Unleash your creativity and turn everyday materials into 3D masterpieces! In this hands-on, 8-week studio course, students will guide a sculpture project from initial concept to finished creation. Class members will experiment with materials like papier-mâché, plaster, wire, and repurposed recyclables while learning how to build strong internal structures and bring their ideas to life. Each week builds on the last—from sketching plans and constructing armatures to adding fine details, paint, and finishing touches. The session concludes with a celebratory showcase where students can share their finished artwork with the group. Course Length: 8 Weeks (No class 11/25) Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (or 6:00 PM) Weekly Course Outline Week 1 (10/21): Welcome & Conceptualizing Class introductions, course overview, and brainstorming final project themes (creating an "ode" to a topic of choice). Week 2 (10/28): Material Exploration Discovering how art can come from anything. Hands-on practice with balloons, traditional papier-mâché (newspaper, flour, and water), and plaster techniques. Week 3 (11/4): Design & Structural Planning Sketching primary and backup designs, planning necessary base support structures, determining required materials, and receiving constructive peer and instructor feedback. Week 4 (11/11): Base Construction & Armatures Building strong, structurally sound foundation bases using recyclables, foil, and wire before applying initial layers of papier-mâché or plaster. Week 5 (11/18): Building Volume & Form Fleshing out the sculpture's main body and completing base layers in preparation for drying. Week 6 (12/2): Final Structural Assembly Completing all papier-mâché, plaster, and adhesive work to fully secure the sculpture's form. Week 7 (12/9): Paint & Surface Decoration Adding color, paint, and decorative details to bring the finalized forms to life. Week 8 (12/16): Celebration & Final Showcase Reflecting on the artistic process, sharing finished projects with classmates, and celebrating everyone's creative growth.

You are invited to explore a unique perspective on the topic of personal peace shared by Prem Rawat through dynamic videos. This class is not affiliated with any religion or philosophy and allows time for reflection during class time. Past participants are welcome to attend. "The only way there’s going to be any peace in this world is when we are in peace." ~ Prem Rawat

For women looking to gain more education about menopause in a group setting, to both normalize their experience and connect with other women going through the same thing in a confidential setting. Krista will provide evidence-based knowledge, clinical insight and the ability to translate confusing information into clear, actionable guidance. Topics covered include: menopause terminology, physiology of hormone changes and symptoms, in-depth exploration of each symptom, the most current research on treatment options, and a variety of treatment options like hormone therapy, food, supplements, etc. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

A spin on scrapbooking: combine paper collage with your own photos. Participants are asked to bring in their own printed photos to create a wall art piece or scrapbook page in this workshop. Plenty of collage materials and glue provided If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Learn basic set up and operation of the Adobe Lightroom photo processing application. Determine if Adobe creative Cloud subscription service is the answer for your photo needs. The class is demonstration only. Students can work along if they have the application installed but it is not required. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Improve the composition and quality of your photos as you learn the fundamentals of digital SLR photography, including ASA/ISO, f-stops, speed settings and accessories. Bring a DSLR camera with interchangeable lenses. NOTE: The April 11 class advertised in the brochure has been cancelled. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.

Physical Education powered by InSports has taken the best of Physical Education and created a after school class your child(ren) will love. Activities include indoor Physical Education and Team Sports. This class is perfect for the child that needs more movement in their lives! Lessons are designed to keep kids engaged in learning activities and to keep their heart rates elevated. In order to ensure that our high-quality enrichment classes are accessible to all families, Minneapolis Community Education is collecting program fees so our youth programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the actual cost of offering a class as well as options that help us cover our administrative costs. Fees cover instructor pay, class supplies, program materials, marketing and scholarships. The actual cost of the class is the first listed however, families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. As always, we will continue to offer scholarships upon request. When families participate as they are able, in all levels of our sliding scale, the whole program becomes self-sustaining. Thank you for your consideration as you sign up for youth programs! Minneapolis Community Education offers inclusive services to support children with various physical, behavioral and social emotional needs. If you are uncertain if your after school program is a fit for your student or, if you would like to explore reasonable accommodations that Community Education could offer, please reach out to your Community Education Coordinator. Our Inclusion Team, along with families and school staff, can meet to explore ways to support your student’s participation. Please note this process can take up to 30 days due to its individualized nature. We look forward to working with you and your family!

Do you know the basics of Pickleball but wanting to focus on skills, technique, strategy? Intermediate pickleball will take the basics taught in the beginner class and level them up. Techniques like placing serve, adding spin, and improving eye hand coordination and quickness will help you step your game up in a fun environment. Time each class will be taken to play games to apply techniques practiced. A paddle is required.

This class is for those who identify as a 3.0 player: have knowledge of the rules, a set of basic skills, and are ready to develop your game and be more competitive.