Become a top secret spy! Use forensics, code breaking and the art of deduction to learn real techniques to solve crimes. Register your child for a morning class and an afternoon class and we will provide lunch and supervision free of charge from 12-1 pm. When signing up for the morning class, you will be able to choose the option “Stay for free lunch and recess from 12:00 – 1:00 pm” as you complete your registration. To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Education offers fees on a sliding scale. The class fee is the average cost of offering a class. Families are asked to pick the class fee or the price that they are able to pay. When families participate as they are able, at all levels of our sliding scale, the whole program becomes self-sustaining. Thank you for your consideration as you sign up for summer programs!

Clothing should fit YOU! In this class, you’ll learn how to tailor your shirts to your body. Bring a shirt to work on and your sewing machine—prior sewing experience is required. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

What could be better than a two day historically narrated Mississippi River Cruise to Red Wing, Minnesota, with overnight lodging at the Historic St. James Hotel. Travel along the scenic Mississippi River with historian Dave Bredemus passing through charming and unique river towns on both the Minnesota and Wisconsin sides of the river. The Mississippi fly-way between Red Wing and Saint Paul is considered one of the best locations in America to view birds. Mark Twain said this is the most beautiful stretch of the Mississippi River. During our cruise, we will have lectures about river lore. Some of the places we will learn about and see from the river are Gray Cloud Island, Historic Rock Island Bridge, Kaposia Dakota Village, Point Douglas, Hastings, Saint Croix River, Diamond Bluff and many more historic and scenic sites. The Magnolia Blossom is a 80-foot paddle boat, equipped with heat and air-conditioning, whichever is needed for comfort. The Magnolia Blossom has an enclosed first deck and an open second deck. We will depart from the Watergate Marina in St. Paul, with parking available. Continental Breakfast and Boxed Lunch on board the Magnolia Blossom included. After our arrival in Red Wing, Minnesota, we will check into the Historic Saint James Hotel. Dinner is included at the famous St. James Hotel along with a guest speaker to discuss the Sea Wing Disaster -- one of the deadliest events ever to occur in Minnesota. Fred Johnson a retired Saint Paul Public School teacher and noted author will join us for his presentation on the Sea Wing Disaster before dinner. Tuesday, June 9 we start our day with a short walking tour that ends up at one of the best bakeries in Minnesota for a treat (included). Late morning, we board our motorcoach bus and travel to the Goodhue County Historical Museum, one of the best in Minnesota. Lunch downtown on your own. After lunch we will travel on our motorcoach and tour Red Wing. After leaving Red Wing, we travel on country roads most of the day. Our first stop is a historic Swedish settlement called Vasa Minnesota known for its rural character and history. We will tour its Swedish church, cemetery, and other buildings. The whole town of Vasa is on the National Register of Historic Places. Leaving Vasa we travel through the beautiful Cannon River Valley with its beautiful bluffs and to the historic town of Welch Minnesota on the Cannon River. Dinner will be at one of Minnesota’s most iconic restaurants Kings Place in Miesville, Minnesota (included). After dinner, we will see one of the most historic town ball fields in Minnesota. Our last town that we will visit will be the Luxembourg settlement of New Trier Minnesota. Monday: 8:00 AM-Boarding 8:30 AM-Departure from Watergate Marina Tuesday, June 9th: 7:30 PM - Approximate Return Time to Watergate Marina Meet at the Watergate Marina, 2500 Crosby Farm Road, Saint Paul Minnesota, 55116. Crosby Farm Road is at the intersection of Shepherd Road and Gannon Road. Plenty of parking is available. It is okay to leave your car overnight. Ages 21+. Deposit of $400 due with registration. NOTE: Final payment due April 8th. Final Payment Due: 60 Days Prior to Departure Overnight Tour Cancelation Policy: - 60 Days Prior to Departure: 100% Refund of Trip Fee less $5 Processing Fee - 59-45 Days Prior to Departure: 90% Refund of Trip Fee OR $50 admin fee if we can fill your spot (or if you find someone to fill your spot) - 44-16 Days Prior to Departure: 50% of Trip Fee OR $100 admin fee if we can fill your spot (or if you find someone to fill your spot) - 14 Days or Less: We will work to get you a return for some recoverable costs. This will vary by tour and date of cancelation. No guarantees. If the tour is full, please add your name to the waitlist. We will contact you if a spot becomes available.

Cucumbers, a fresh crisp ingredient, almost always available. Cucumber Watermelon Salad - combining Asian & Mexican flavors with hoisin, jalapenos and pistachios; Cucumbers with Feta, Mint & Sumac; Smashed Cucumbers with Salted Peanuts & Wasabi Peas; Chile-Crisp Tofu, Tomatoes & Cucumber served on greens; Cucumber Agua Fresca - “fresh water” - with Mint & Ginger. Cost includes a $15 supply fee. Discounts are on tuition only. Call 612.668.4828 for discounts.

Come and gather for 6 weeks with other folks moving towards their creative selves. We will do exercises of imagination and creation used by artists with a mindfulness approach. Expect to have regular quiet time exploring through guided exercises, and to connect with the larger group through listening and sharing. You do not need to be an artist or have something specifically in mind to take this class! Folks who take this class often come in feeling stuck in some kind of a rut, or wanting some support to keep their momentum going. We will work on this together! There will be occasional optional movement and low lighting, arrive scent free when possible. Please bring something to write and draw in, like a sketchbook or notebook, and something to write with.

Use tissue paper and other paper materials to craft incredible paper mache creations, even a fabulous pinata! Grades are the year your student will be entering in the Fall. A lunch is available to all students. Please select this option when you register. Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our summer programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. If you need further financial assistance, please contact the lead coordinator of the Super Summer Program at lissa.gordon@mpls.k12.mn.us or call 612.668.4922.

Explore the endless world of textiles through sewing, tie-dye and making puppets! Grades are the year your student will be entering in the Fall. A lunch is available to all students. Please select this option when you register. Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our summer programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. If you need further financial assistance, please contact the lead coordinator of the Super Summer Program at lissa.gordon@mpls.k12.mn.us or call 612.668.4922.

TV viewing habits are changing rapidly. Streaming services are racking up a record share of Emmy nominations and 83% of US households subscribe to at least one streaming service. The array of TV streaming options can be intimidating, so catch up on the issues, opportunities, and best options for tailoring your personal TV streaming setup. The first session will give an overview of the streaming options and a demonstrate how to access the services. You can also join an optional session (register at the link below) with more individual support as you make a plan for what service matches your budget and viewing priorities. Topics will include: Pros & cons of cutting the TV cord Specific steps for setting up streaming TV for your home Recommended streaming devices & content services Streaming local Twin Cities channels Special streaming strategies for seasonal homes or cabins Cloud-based DVRs & how to avoid commercials Options for using a “smart TV” for streaming Costs of streaming TV vs. cable/satellite TV Combining streaming with an over-the-air TV antenna Demo of a typical internet-based TV streaming setup An additional 90-minute small discussion class, “Advanced Cutting the Cord: Tailoring YOUR Streaming Plan,” is also offered for participants who want a more in-depth and personal discussion of their individual situations, needs, and best options. Unless you are already familiar and experienced with TV streaming, it is highly recommended you first attend the above described “Basics” class for a foundation.

Designed to help each participant explore & define the best options & actions needed to achieve a streaming set-up tailored to the preferences & needs for their specific household. Unless you are already familiar and experienced with TV streaming, it is highly recommended you first attend the "Basic Cutting the TV Cord: Streaming Pros, Cons, & Options" class. Participants complete a quick questionnaire prior to this class to summarize their current & desired ideal viewing set-up, in order to focus class discussion on each participant’s priorities. Although many participants typically have similar situations, class size will be limited to 5 households to ensure adequate attention to each. Common topics include: Internet service: Ensuring adequate bandwidth for streaming. Internet services & apps: Recommendations aligned with each individual’s viewing objectives? Streaming equipment: Streaming devices “smart TV’s” – pro’s & con’s Desired features: Recording shows to the “cloud,” avoiding ads, live TV vs. video-on-demand, etc. Seasonal homes & cabins: Streaming set-up which moves seamlessly between 2 homes. Special individual priorities: Utilizing external speakers or surround sound, importance of access to Tucson local channels, accessing specific sports or cultural events, preferred budget, etc. Specific set-up steps required ***PLEASE NOTE THAT THE APRIL 25TH CLASS HAS BEEN CHANGED TO: 5244 Lyndale Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55419 THE MAY 16TH CLASS WILL STILL BE HELD AT: Washburn Library 5244 Lyndale Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55419

Equip yourself with the foundational knowledge and advanced skills needed to safeguard networks, data, and systems from cyber attacks. Conquer the core principles of cybersecurity, develop strategies to protect networks, and gain hands-on experience in identifying and mitigating cyber threats. Come away with the essential tools and knowledge to succeed in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity. Courses in this certificate must be taken in the following order: Introduction to Cybersecurity Network Security and Defense Strategies Advanced Cyber Threat Analysis and Mitigation Courses are online and asynchronous, meaning students may login to the classroom anytime during the course session, day or night, 24/7. For more information, go to our Online Professional Development Certificates & Courses FAQ

Calling all wizards, dwarves, warriors, and elves! Get your role play on. Tell stories collaboratively, create a character and embark on epic campaign. New and Experienced players welcome play with peers while the instructor DMs. To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Education offers fees on a sliding scale. The class fee is the average cost of providing a class. Families are asked to pay the class fee or pick a price that they can pay. When families participate as they are able, at all levels of our sliding scale, the whole program becomes self-sustaining. Thank you for your consideration as you register for summer programs!

Calling all wizards, dwarves, warriors, and elves! Get your role play on. Tell stories collaboratively, create a character and embark on epic campaign. New and Experienced players welcome play with peers while the instructor DMs. To ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Education offers fees on a sliding scale. The class fee is the average cost of providing a class. Families are asked to pay the class fee or pick a price that they can pay. When families participate as they are able, at all levels of our sliding scale, the whole program becomes self-sustaining. Thank you for your consideration as you register for summer programs!

Unwind what goes into creating a game through a design-and-build process. Get inspired by scientific and mechanical challenges using everyday objects. Grades are the year your student will be entering in the Fall. A lunch is available to all students. Please select this option when you register. Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our summer programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. If you need further financial assistance, please contact the lead coordinator of the Super Summer Program at lissa.gordon@mpls.k12.mn.us or call 612.668.4922.

This is a separating class (child and parent spend time together and apart). Join a supportive community of fathers navigating the unique joys and challenges of fatherhood. This class is a space for dads to connect, share, and grow because fatherhood is powerful, often overlooked, and deeply meaningful. Whether you're a new dad or a seasoned parent, come as you are. Your voice matters. ECFE classes are priced on a sliding fee schedule based on family income. Please choose the fee that best fits your family budget. A 10% surcharge will be applied to fees for Non-Minneapolis residents.