Community Education ADULT LIFE-LONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Learn to Cook - Cook while Learning. Simple Good Cooking teaches nutrition concepts through hands-on cooking focused on nutrient rich foods. Extension's nutrition education classes bring real solutions for healthful living directly more than 60,000 Minnesotans each year. The interactive lessons build essential independent living skills and empower individuals to make healthy food and physical activity choices. Thursday, Feb. 5 - Mar. 12 from 6-8pm McGregor Home Ec Room Instructor: Jodi Nordlund, SNAP-Ed Regional Educator FREE Aitkin County Public Health , local law enforcement and Aitkin TZD are proud to partner with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Alcohol and Gambling Division to provide Free Responsible Beverage Server Training for alcohol license holders and their employees. This training is designed to promote the legal and responsible sale and service of alcoholic beverages. Attendees who complete this training are more successful in stopping underage drinking and in recognizing the signs of intoxication. Most insurance providers offer an insurance discount for attending this course; however, license holders shouldverify with their provider ahead of time. Special Event Training is available for those volunteering at a community or church festival. Thursday, April 16 at 1pm McGregor High School - Room 201 For more information or to sign up for the training contact Paul Bruggman at 218-429-1937 or TZD.paulbruggman@gmail.com Second Saturday programs happen on the second Saturday of every month from 1-3 pm on the Long Lake campus and are open to everyone! FREE for Friends of Long Lake and just $5 for the public. Each Second Saturday has a brief educational program taught by a Long Lake Naturalist followed by fun outdoor event! A great way to get the kids out and excited about nature! Here’s a list of our upcoming programs: March 14th Learn about the unique anatomy of snakes! You may even get to touch one! Followed by a traditional Native American game “Snow Snakes” played on the lake!
April 11th Learn about MN trees followed by a maple-syruping demonstration!
May 9th MinnAgua Lake and Fishing education followed by an interactive game on what pollution does to our lakes!
June 13th Lean about Dragonflies and take a field trip to the lake to see if you can see them hatch!
July 11th Learn to use a GPS followed by geocashing for treasure located somewhere on the Long Lake Campus! Are you looking for a creative outlet? Join us for “Sketch Night” at Long Lake Conservation Center on the first Sunday of every month from 6 – 8:30 pm. Guest artist Duane Barnhart will provide instruction! Coffee, cocoa, and cookies provided. A suggested donation of $5 would be welcomed! 1st Sunday every month 6:30-8:30pm Long Lake Conservation Center Suggested $5 donation
Birds need to eat too! Come and learn to make tasty treats for your avian friends! This course will be taught by Naturalist Pam Brand and LLCC Head Cook Chris Hagen. Saturday, March 28 10am to noon Long Lake Conservation Center - Dining Hall $25/discounts for Friends of Long Lake
THE BICYCLE ALLIANCE OF MINNESOTA invites you to...
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 McGregor High School 148 South 2nd St, McGregor, MN
TO REGISTER go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-bike-fun-mcgregor-tickets-15559449733 QUESTIONS, please contact: Lisa Kruse, Community Education Coordinator, 218-768-2111 x233 Michelle Breidenbach, BikeMN SRTS Education Coordinator, 507-430-2280
A class for those who want to learn the traditional skills of a blacksmith or further develop their previous skills at the forge and anvil. Class consists of lecture, demonstration and hands-on experience using a coal forge and anvil to forge functional pieces with traditional tools and techniques of blacksmithing. Bring drawings or ideas for your project. Saturday, May 9; 9am - 4pm Rain or shine! Where: Sandy Lake Forge on Raspberry Island. Meet at the landing 50569 218th Place, McGregor (Big Sandy Lake). Be on time for a short pontoon ride to the island. Cost: $40/ person. Limited to 6 Bring: Bag lunch, safety glasses, leather gloves, natural fiber clothing (no polyester or nylon).
Learn your vital health numbers (blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, body mass index) and how to live healthier. Limited screening appointments available. There is no cost to participants. To register, call Riverwood at 218-927-2157 or toll free at 888-270-1882 February 25; 7-11, Riverwood Clinic, McGregor Class involves forging, forge welding, heat treating, tempering, filing and grinding. Each participant will go home with an axe they have made. (Handles will need to be made at home). Prior experience is desirable but not required. When: Saturday, May 16; 9am- 4pm (or until every axe is completed). Rain or shine! Where: Sandy Lake Forge on Raspberry Island. Meet at the landing, 50569 218th Place, McGregor, MN (Big Sandy Lake). Be on time for a short pontoon ride to the island. Cost: $60 Limited to 4 participants Bring: Bag lunch, safety glasses, leather gloves and natural fiber clothing such as wool or cotton. No polyester or nylon clothing.
Whether you call them Miniature Gardens or Fairy Gardens, this class will provide all the information you need to build your own miniature garden. Plant selection, arrangement and design will be covered to enable attendees to build a miniature garden ranging from a small dish garden to a larger exterior garden. When: Saturday, May 2; 10am - 12pm Where: Green House Instructor: Green House Staff Fee: $10/class and will be applied towards purchase for your Fairy Garden Please call Shelly at 218-768-4463 or Planter Class will feature valuable guidelines for planting mixed containers, plant selection, soil, container size, fertilizing and many other points are covered. When: Saturday, April 25; 10am - 12pm Where: Green House Instructor: Green House Staff Fee: $10/class and will be applied towards purchase for your Container Garden Please call Shelly at 218-768-4463 or
The rustic furniture class is back by popular demand. Whether you have taken this class before or if you are new to it...you should not miss out! Previous attendees have constructed patio furniture, trelllis, bed frames, end tables and more from willow found in our local woods. You do not have to be an expert with hand tools. Find yourself a partner and join us for a great project building class. You will design and build your project with your partner and the assistance of John Bajda, local craftsman. Apprehensive? After you leave the information al session you will be well informed. The instructor will inform you of gathering of materials, talk about a material list, and a short demonstration on collecting and bending willow, project construction as well as helping you decide what you would like to build for your project. You will return with your willow a week following the intructional class ready to begin construction of your project. Thursday, March 26; 6 - 8pm Instructional Class Tuesday, April 7 and Thursday, April 9; 6 - 10pm Work Sessions $50/person John Bajda, Instructor The Community Book Club meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Tell us about a book you really liked and come join this interesting group of women with many ideas and thoughts about books we read. When: Every 4th Wednesday of the month Where: McGregor Public Library Cross training is a great way to condition different muscle groups, develop a new set of skills and reduce the boredom that can creep in after months of the same routine. Cross training consists of cardio and strength using different forms of exercise for a terrific full body workout.
Fee: $5/session Heather Nistler, Instructor Where: High School Auditorium Stage
Are you in a bit of a workout rut? Are you dreading another half hour on the treadmill? Looking to shed a few pounds, or maybe get an energy boost? Well, then have I got the “workout” for you! Zumba is a latin-dance inspired cardio workout, that makes you feel like you’re at a party, while burning 500-1000 calories per hour! And you’re in luck, because come Fall, 3 Zumba classes will be available each week! I know many of you may have questions about Zumba. First, can anyone do it? The answer is a resounding “YES!” Zumba is for anyone 12 and over, of any fitness level. You can make it as high or low impact as you like, and adjust any of the moves to make it the right intensity for you! As always, consult a doctor before starting any workout plan. Do I have to be a good dancer? Zumba workouts are designed to be easy to follow, so that anyone can do it, regardless of previous dance or aerobics experience. You may feel a bit overwhelmed by your first class, but the routines stay the same for a few weeks, so you have the chance to catch on. Also, once you learn the basic rhythms (Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, and Cumbia) you will find that the basic steps come back again and again, even in new routines. Do I need to have special shoes or apparel? Absolutely not. You need a pair of tennis shoes (preferably with not too much traction), comfortable clothing, and always, I repeat ALWAYS bring a water bottle. I’m Convinced! How do I join? Just show up. If you’re nervous about your first Zumba class, think about bringing a friend! When: Mondays at 3:40pm and Wednesdays at 4:30pm Where: High School Auditorium Fee: $4/session or $24/6 sessions Certified Zumba Instructor: Julie Jacobsma Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.
Fee: $3/class or no charge to SilverSneakers eligible members Where: Classes held in the high school auditorium stage (check in - fitness center)
Do you have a fear of falling? Have aches and pains? Use a cane or walker? Walk slower than normal? Walk bent over? Have a chronic disease? Why Join? Come work with Judy Hawley, PT who has been a Physical Therapist for over 20 years. She practices in McGregor area, focusing on movement issues of the older adult. You will focus on walking better, learn how to walk with confidence, have less fear of falling, have less joint pain, stand up straighter. You will gain control of movements, balance and control; and excerice sitting down or standing with support. When: Every Tuesday from 9:00 - 10:00am Where: Northland Village (new location) Fee: $10/month; payable to Community Education Need a Ride? Call Angels at 218.768.2762 To register call Judy at 651.247.1331 or at class Yoga Sculpt class uses weights througout to help sculpt and tone your body as you stretch and move through yoga poses. Yogo Sculpt = Yoga Fun When: Monday, March 15, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20 from 4:45 - 5:45pm Where: High School Auditorium Fee: $36/6 week session or $8 drop in fee Instructor: Katie Cummings This class is based on moving from one pose toanother using sun salutations and postures that connect to one another. Vinyasa means following your breath, so with each inhale or exhale, you go deeper or back off or move to another pose. The pace can be a bit faster, but you can always go at your own speed and depth that work for you. Each class includes flow, balance, strength, compression, twists, hip/heart openers, core work and a built-in peaceful rest at the end. Bring a mat, towel and water. When: Every Tuesday at 4:45pm Where: East Lake AAU Fee: FREE Instructor: Cindi Douglas, Certified Yoga Instructor If you are interested in being a part of the adult cross country ski club that is starting up, please contact Community Educaion. We will be skiing at Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Savanna Portage State Park this winter. For more information contac Lisa Kruse at 768-2111 x233. Intested in joining Friends of Rice Lake Refuge? Contact Walk Ford at 218-768-2402. To register please call Leon Hixon at 218-251-5899 to register for the class you want to attend. FIRST TIME Saturday, February 14, 2015 from 8am - 5pm REFRESHER COURSE Tuesday, February 10, 2015 from 12pm - 4pm Thursday, February 12, 2015 from 6 - 10pm AEOA ABE is excited to offer our new distance learning initiative, GED-i. Study GED online, anywhere, anytime. The FREE program is available to ABE eligible learners - 16 years or older and not enrolled in public school - who meet the criteria for online learning. A trained, licensed online teacher will guide students through the curriculum, score their assignments and give feedback to help them strengthen the skills they need to pass the GED test. GED and College Preparation GED Preparation Basic skills brush-up Career assessment College prep English as a Second Language Basic computer skills Mission: Helping adults meet their responsibilities as workers, family members, and citizens. Vision: Helping adults to open doors to better paying jobs, new careers, college classrooms, and brighter futures. All classes are offered at no cost to students. CALL KELLY: 218-879-0835 OR Aitkin Workforce Center 371 Minnesota Avenue North Aitkin, MN 56431 218-927-7046 Instructor: David Lenarz WEB BASED COURSES...taught on the internet through Central Lakes College. Makes it easy and convenient for those wishing to go back to college. It is easy to get started. Contact an admission counselor at CLC at 1-800-933-0346. For more information visit the college web site at www.clcmn.edu for the latest on applications, schedules, registration and possible financial aid. |
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