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"I Love Art" Summer Camp with AbrakadoodleCreativeFor kids that just want to have fun making super cool creations! A camp filled with fabulous art projects. We'll make a paper mache puppy, learn to draw a loon, weave on paper plates, paint a colorful canvas, sculpt a llama and more.Summer 2025
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Starting Soon*NEW DATES - Cerveza, Baño is not Enough Essential Spanish 101Language and CommunicationFun and learning go hand in hand with a system that focuses on expanding vocabulary and understanding of the Spanish language and insight into Latino-Hispanic culture. Learn practical knowledge regarding introductions, greetings, expressions, weather, restaurants, and foods from a native Spanish speaker. Class materials are included.Winter Spring 2025
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*NEW DATES -Cerveza, Baño is Not Enough Continuing Spanish 102Language and CommunicationIn continuing Spanish we will cover foods and drinks, descriptions of people and objects, daily activities, places in the community, regular verbs ending in on-ar,-er,and —ir, asking and giving directions, family relationships, and expressing likes and dislikes. Class materials are included.Winter Spring 2025
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10 Secrets & Tips for Successfully Buying or Selling a Home or Investment PropertyMoney MattersLearn how to be more successful when acquiring or selling real estate by understanding the purchase agreement, strategies for multiple offers, and different ways to cover closing costs and mortgage insurance. We review market data and an overview of loan programs- including a loan for escrowing improvements, appraisal issues affecting a home sale, and small things to improve your chances of selling your property. A no-obligation price evaluation of your home by the instructor is included.Winter Spring 2025
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Popular2 & 3 Years (24 to 48 months)ClassesYou'll love being a part of this supportive community as your child transitions from toddler to preschooler. In addition to support, we provide engaging activities and information that families with 2 and 3 year olds find helpful. Fee B.Winter/Spring 2025
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3D Printing: D&DSTEMLearn the ins and outs of 3D Design and 3D printing with TinkerCAD! While learning 3D design skills, students will make custom D&D D4's (4-sided dice) and D10s (10-sided dice). They'll also do fun D&D-inspired challenges and a mini-campaign while waiting for the prints to finish. Dice will be printed and sent home. Print and material fees are included.Summer 2025
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3D Printing: Jewelry Fabrication & ArtsSTEMBring your creations to life in this 3D printing class. The ancient craft of jewelry making is brought to the modern world using TinkerCAD and 3D printers. Students will learn to build 2D and 3D models on the computer using CAD software. They will design and print a pair of earrings, a ring, or a pendant in this class. Additionally, they will get to bring home two of their 3D creations, and other beaded creations. Printing and material fees are included.Summer 2025
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3D Printing: Product Development & FabricationSTEMThis camp is a hands-on product design class emphasizing creative thinking and problem-solving. Students will explore options to find, modify, and prepare 3D files to be brought to life using a 3D printer. By the end of this course, students will become familiar with the workflow and terminology of digital fabrication. We begin learning by designing and printing functional fishing lures, then continue solving design challenges. Printing and material fees are included.Summer 2025
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500 CardsLet's Play!Play 500, every Wednesday, 12:30 - 4:30 pm in Conference Room I at DEC. Cost: $1.00 payable day of at the Senior Center.Activities
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55+ Driver Discount ProgramDriver's age 55+ are eligible for a 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums after completing this 4 hour course. Certificate provided at the end of class. Advanced registration required.Category
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Frerk Meyer (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)7th and 8th Grade Super BandTeenThis class is by invitation only. A full band experience for students who want a change to play more with a large group. This class is for 7th and 8th graders with band experience. Weekly rehearsals will be held at Burnsville High School in the Band Room and students can utilize activity buses from their middle school. Any questions can be directed to Nick Armstrong, Director of Bands at Burnsville High School. Final band concert on Tuesday, March 11.Fall 2024
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A History of Immigration to AmericaGathering GroundsJoin Historian Frank Sachs for an interesting, interactive talk on Immigration: America's Story and hear one person's personal experience.Winter Spring 2025
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Abdominal Strengtheners That Won't Stress Your Back & Neck Online via ZoomHealth and WellnessAbdominal muscles weaken and lose shape due to past pregnancies, surgeries, sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary and poor posture. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal, WITHOUT stressing back or neck joints and WITHOUT getting on the floor. Common abdominal exercises like crunches can place too much stress on back and neck joints.Winter Spring 2025
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Acrylic Painting - Spring LandscapePaintingLearn to create a unique, quick and expressive acrylic painting with one brush and a limited color palette. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show, creating dynamic results.Winter Spring 2025
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Acrylic Painting - Winter FarmsteadPaintingLearn to create a unique, quick and expressive acrylic painting with one brush and a limited color palette. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show, creating dynamic results.Winter Spring 2025
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Acrylic Pour - Northern LightsPaintingPour painting is an innovative way to use acrylic paint to create an art piece. In this class you will learn the process of mixing acrylic paints with other materials to give it a more fluid consistency so that it can be poured directly onto a canvas. We will be adding details to our pour to make it look like a snowy night with Northern Lights in the sky.Winter Spring 2025
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Donald Judge (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Adaptive Gymnastics- Elite GymnasticsGymnasticsAges 2-10 Empower your young child with special needs to cultivate a lifelong love of movement. Adaptive classes with EGA provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children explore their physical abilities, build confidence, and discover hidden strengths through the joy of gymnastics. Instructors are specialized and experienced in adaptive techniques. Classes are tailored to meet the unique needs and abilities of each child. Student: Instructor ratio: 4:1 (parent or para-educator participation is required)Winter Spring 2025
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Donald Judge (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Adaptive Gymnastics- Elite GymnasticsGymnasticsAges 2-10 Empower your young child with special needs to cultivate a lifelong love of movement. Adaptive classes with EGA provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children explore their physical abilities, build confidence, and discover hidden strengths through the joy of gymnastics. Instructors are specialized and experienced in adaptive techniques. Classes are tailored to meet the unique needs and abilities of each child. Student: Instructor ratio: 4:1 (parent or para-educator participation is required)Summer 2025
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Cayobo (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Adult ActivitiesCategory
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Starting SoonAdult and Child Cookie CreationsCooking SchoolKids and adults and cookies...what a terrific combination! Designed for kids age 6 and up, you will create and take home 6 varieties of cookies. Rolled Sugar Thins will be ready for kids to paint original designs using food coloring and paint brushes. Kids and adults will mix, shape and bake famous Peanut Butter Balls. Already mixed and ready for shaping will be Chocolate Mint, Peppernuts, Sugar Drop will be dipped in assorted sprinkles and finally, multi-colored Spritz Cookies. Bring containers to transport your cookies home to enjoy immediately or freeze them to enjoy later.Winter Spring 2025
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Adult/Child Paint DateCreativeThis class is a fun "Date Night" for you and your child to paint together. No experience is needed, this class is about spending quality time with your child and having fun. Each person is provided a 16 x 20 canvas, acrylic paints, and all the supplies needed to create their own masterpiece that can stand alone or be hung side-by-side for a combined work of art. The instructor will lead you step-by-step through the painting.Winter Spring 2025
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Adult/Child Paint DateCreativeThis class is a fun "Date Night" for you and your child to paint together. No experience is needed, this class is about spending quality time with your child and having fun. Each person is provided a 16 x 20 canvas, acrylic paints, and all the supplies needed to create their own masterpiece that can stand alone or be hung side-by-side for a combined work of art. The instructor will lead you step-by-step through the painting.Summer 2025
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After School Soccer- Gideon PondSports and RecreationWork on your soccer skills after school. We will work on dribbling, passing, shooting, and learn soccer tricks.Fall 2024
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Air Fryer Seafood Online via ZoomCooking SchoolTransform your kitchen into a seafood haven with the convenience of an air fryer! In this live online class Kirsten will use air fryers to demonstrate Glazed Salmon 3 Ways, Gnocchi with Shrimp and Tomatoes, Mini Tuna Casseroles, and more! You'll also explore creative sauces that complement your seafood creations perfectly. Handout includes additional recipes for inspiration, and class will be recorded so you can watch again at your convenience.Winter Spring 2025