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Astronomy for Urban Dwellers (Southwest)
Do you love the night sky? Join our beginner-friendly astronomy class and embark on a journey through the stars and constellations! Using unique astronomy teaching models and diverse sky legends, we will demystify the wonders of the universe. Black holes, moon phases and the changing seasons. You will also discover free astro apps, local star parties and receive valuable advice on choosing a family telescope. Whether you are a novice stargazer or simply curious about the cosmos, this class is the perfect way to explore the night sky. Join us and let the stars ignite your passion for astronomy! This is an adult astronomy class. Children 7 and up are welcome to enroll with an adult. (Enrollment fee must be paid for children as well). If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
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Astronomy for Urban Dwellers (Summer)
Do you love the night sky? Join our beginner-friendly astronomy class and embark on a journey through the stars and constellations! Using unique astronomy teaching models and diverse sky legends, we will demystify the wonders of the universe. Black holes, moon phases and the changing seasons. You will also discover free astro apps, local star parties and receive valuable advice on choosing a family telescope. Whether you are a novice stargazer or simply curious about the cosmos, this class is the perfect way to explore the night sky. Join us and let the stars ignite your passion for astronomy! This is an adult astronomy class. Children 7 and up are welcome to enroll with an adult. (Enrollment fee must be paid for children as well)" If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
Automotive Maintenance Basics (Southwest)
Identify the functions and maintenance of different motor vehicle parts. Become familiar under the hood of your own car, weather permitting. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.Waitlist -
Automotive Maintenance Basics (Summer)
Identify the functions and maintenance of different motor vehicle parts. Become familiar under the hood of your own car, weather permitting. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
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Bingo & Popcorn (North)
Join us in community at North Community High School for popcorn and bingo nights. Enjoy a fun social night and the chance to win fun prizes such as: candles, cards, specialty candy and chocolates and plants. -
Bird Watching: How to Get Started (Ella Baker)
This class will get you started in birding. We will spend one evening in the classroom discussing what birds you can expect to see and how to identify them; how to choose binoculars, bird books and online resources; and good local birding spots. We will then spend two weekend mornings gaining field experience. -
Blooms: Mother’s Day Flower Arrangement (Southwest)
Celebrate someone special—whether it’s your mom, a loved one, or yourself—with a heartfelt floral creation. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the basics of arranging seasonal blooms with thoughtful tips for personalizing your design. All flowers, tools, and materials are included—just bring your creativity and someone to celebrate. Class meets at the New Branches community room, 5011 S 31st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417. Jaime Harris, owner of Wildflower & Co., brings her passion for natural beauty and years of floral design experience to this hands-on workshop. www.wildflowerandcoflowers.com If the event is sold out, please add your name to the waitlist. We will contact you if a tickets become available. -
Blooms: Spring Blooms Floral Arrangement (Southwest)
Step into the season of renewal with this beginner-friendly floral design class. We’ll explore the soft pastels and fresh textures of spring—think spring blooms. You’ll learn the basics of floral prep, color pairing, and creating a balanced arrangement that celebrates the joy of springtime. All flowers, tools, and materials are included—just bring your creativity! Class meets at the New Branches community room, 5011 S 31st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417. Jaime Harris, owner of Wildflower & Co., brings her passion for natural beauty and years of floral design experience to this hands-on workshop. www.wildflowerandcoflowers.com If the event is sold out, please add your name to the waitlist. We will contact you if a tickets become available. -
Blooms: Summer Blooms Floral Arrangement (Southwest)
Celebrate the vibrant energy of summer with bold, cheerful blooms! This class is perfect for beginners who want to dive into floral design using seasonal favorites. We’ll cover simple techniques for building shape, adding texture, and letting your creativity shine. All materials are included in the cost—no experience necessary Jaime Harris, owner of Wildflower & Co., brings her passion for natural beauty and years of floral design experience to this hands-on workshop. www.wildflowerandcoflowers.com If the event is sold out, please add your name to the waitist. We will contact you if a tickets become available. -
WaitlistSarah Joy (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Board Game Club (Ella Baker)
Looking for like-minded individuals with a passion for board games? Find your people at our board game club! Spend each week learning the rules and playing out board games both new and classic! Disconnect from the digital space and play a round or two with your neighbors from the local area. Got a board game you're excited to try? Bring it along and it might just get played! Come on and move some meeples! -
Book Club (Marcy 55+)
Book club is where we discuss books, chat about books we've read, preview upcoming releases, and more! This club meets at The Book Club Restaurant at 5411 Penn Ave South, Minneapolis. For adults 55+ Bring a friend Month Title Author April Bridge of Sighs Richard Russo May Everyone Who is Gone Here Jonathan Blitzer June In the Lake of the Woods Tim O’Brien Participate are responsible to obtain their own copy of the books. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable Refund Policy Refunds (minus a $5 transaction fee) are given if you call or email at least three business days before a class begins. Full refunds will be given for any class that needs to be canceled by the site. -
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Canasta (Summer)
Canasta is a strategic card game of the Rummy family of games. It is most commonly played by four in two partnerships with two standard decks of cards. A card game where players try to score points by making melds and going out. Join this class if you are interested in learning to playing Canasta with fellow card game enthusiasts! -
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Chess: Beginners (Lake Harriet Upper)
Would you like to be able to play a social game of Chess with friends and family, but you just never learned how? This is the class for you! Come learn the rules and strategies of the game with other beginners. This class will be appropriate for anyone unrated to 1500 ELO and will include 5 weeks of instruction/chess play and 2 weeks of open chess play (with the instructor present to answer questions.) -
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Chess: Open (Northeast)
Northeast Chess is a space for adults looking to practice, learn and improve their chess game with their community. Online chess is a great way to practice, but OTB chess is the way the game is meant to be played! We will have boards and clocks, but you are more than welcome to bring your own! This class is on a sliding fee scale. Fee is not required but support for the program is appreciated. -
Dog Massage (Northeast)
Massage helps strengthen the special bond you share with your dog, and it empowers you to play an important role in your dog’s physical and emotional well-being. Bring your dog along for this 90 minute hands-on massage class, you will learn techniques for massaging your pet at home, no matter their age or level of activity. Yes, bring your dog! ***Cost is per human participant, owner pairs allowed and encouraged if both are registered*** -
Dog Massage (Summer)
Massage helps strengthen the special bond you share with your dog, and it empowers you to play an important role in your dog’s physical and emotional well-being. Bring your dog along for this 90 minute hands-on massage class, you will learn techniques for massaging your pet at home, no matter their age or level of activity. Yes, bring your dog! Please note that this in-person class isn't meant for young puppies or reactive/easily distracted dogs. If your dog fits one of these criteria, please consider an online version of this class offered in Fall, Winter and Spring, which can be done in the comfort of your own home with fewer distractions and/or safety issues. ***Cost is per human participant, owner pairs allowed and encouraged if both are registered*** -
Dog Obedience 1: Life Skills for Dogs 6 Months + (Southwest)
Teach your dog useful behaviors for living in your home while learning to use proven dog- and family-friendly positive reinforcement-based methods. Teach your dog sit, down, loose leash walk, come, sit for greeting, drop it, and leave it. Instructor will need to see your dog’s current vaccination records, including Rabies, Bordetella and DHLP vaccination certificates on the first night of class. The entire family is welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult. One dog per adult. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
Drones 1: Essentials (Ella Baker)
This course provides an introductory overview of drones and aerial photography videography. The course applies to those who already have a drone, are looking to get one, or are simply interested in learning more about drones, aerial photography, and videography. Topics covered include: Wide world of drones, various options Rules of the road and airspace, license, cert, reg Flight planning and prep, LAANC airspace authorization Fundamental aerial photo and video techniques Handout to take home with tips and practice items Demo flight and opportunity to fly your drone, weather permitting -
Drones 1: Essentials (Summer)
This course provides an introductory overview of drones and aerial photography videography. The course applies to those who already have a drone, are looking to get one, or are simply interested in learning more about drones, aerial photography, and videography. Topics covered include: Wide world of drones, various options Rules of the road and airspace, license, cert, reg Flight planning and prep, LAANC airspace authorization Fundamental aerial photo and video techniques Handout to take home with tips and practice items Demo flight and opportunity to fly your drone, weather permitting -
Paul Leers (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)
Drones 2: Aerial Photography & Video (Ella Baker)
Part 2: Drone Aerial Photography Video Flying Your Plan - Checklists, Composition, Flying your drone, and more. This course builds upon Part 1 and applies to those with drones or looking to get a drone and those simply learning more about drones, aerial photography, and videography. Topics covered include: Planning your flight, Aircraft (Drone) and camera settings Demo flight and opportunity to fly your drone, weather permitting Photo and video tricks and techniques, Composing your shot Post-flight activities, Best practices, and tips Handout to take home with tips and practice items -
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Drones 3: Aerial Photography & Video Advanced (Ella Baker)
Part 3 – Drone Aerial Photography Video Advanced This course builds upon parts 1 and 2, combining everything from planning and flying your flight, imagery capture (photos and video), composition, and post-flight post-production. While this class focuses on drone aerial photography and videography, elements also apply to action cameras such as GoPro, Osmo, and 360s. Topics covered include: Preflight planning and briefing, LAANC airspace authorizations Demo flight and opportunity to fly your drone, weather permitting Capture some footage and images. Post-flight debriefing Post-production and editing, Basic photo and video editing Best practices, tips and tricks -
Giuseppe Milo (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)
Drones 4 : Practice Workshop (Summer)
This new workshop builds on previous community education classes, focusing on practice flying your drone (e.g., bring your drone) to enhance or refresh your skills and improve drone operation safety, with practical tips, tricks, and demos from the instructors, along with discussion of new, emerging, and advanced topics. -
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Dungeons & Dragons (Roosevelt)
This group is for those new to the game who want to get into the world of playing Dungeons & Dragons. Through collaborating on a campaign you will learn how to develop characters, take the role of dungeon master (DM), and participate in a six week campaign of the popular role-playing game, D&D. If class is full, please enroll in the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
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Dungeons & Dragons Campaign (Ella Baker)
Join an 8-week campaign open to beginners and more experienced players alike where you'll get the opportunity to make a unique character, explore fantastic locations and share in the collaborative storytelling experience of Dungeons and Dragons. Work alongside a decades-long professional Dungeon Master and fellow players to weave an unforgettable adventure filled with drama, laughs and unforgettable moments. Sign up to experience the wonderful world of Dungeons and Dragons!
