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Pizza, Pop & a Movie
Come with us to the movies! Enjoy an evening full of food, fun, and friends. Enjoy the night socializing and eating delicious pizza while watching a recent PG or PG-13 movie. Tuition includes food costs. Enter door 1.
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Wellness Beats
Let loose your inner rock star in this interactive and fun drumming fitness class. Using an exercise ball, bucket, and drumsticks as workout equipment, you'll experience an invigorating workout that combines a traditional program with music and rhythm. Following the exercise portion, you'll learn about personal wellness techniques to help you be your best. Wheelchair accessible. Enter door 1.
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Intro to RC Car Racing (Grades K-8)
Recreation
Interested in RC Cars? Want to try racing them on a track? Then come join us as we explore what makes them work and get to try them out. Participants will leave with a better understanding and get some time testing out their driving skills on a few different types of RC Cars. Participants can use RC Cars provided or use their own upon approval. K-1 students need to have an adult stay with them. Enter door 1.
Winter 2026
Introduction to Beekeeping
Nature
Would you like to become a beekeeper or explore the various possibilities? This fascinating hobby is for anyone who enjoys nature and loves honey. You'll learn what makes bees the most important pollinators, how to understand honey bee behavior, and how to set up and manage bee hives. We'll discuss the challenges you may encounter as a beekeeper and other information you'll need to know to get started. Enter door 19 across from the tennis courts.
Winter 2026
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Introduction to Line Dancing
Wellness
Join professional dance instructor Jeffrey Ringer for a fun and energetic line dancing class that will leave you ready to hit the floor. Classes will feature a mix of the old time favorites and some fresh contemporary routines. Sign up for both sections to get some extra practice and learn even more songs! Section One: No Shirt No Shoes No Problem, Cowboy Cha Cha, Gin and Tonic, Electric Boogie, Fireball, Waltz Across Texas Section Two: No Shirt No Shoes No Problem, Clueless, Cotton Eye Joe, It’s A Beautiful Day, Boot Scoot, Waltz Across Texas Participants may sign up solo or with a friend. No experience necessary. All participants must be registered. Enter door 1.
Winter 2026
Introduction to Mah Jongg
Creative
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Discover the fascinating game of American Mah Jongg, a tile-based game with rich history dating back to ancient China. In this beginner-friendly class, you will learn the history and fundamentals of the game, including an overview of the tiles, how to read and understand the NMJL card, and the rules of play. Whether you’re new to Mah Jongg or looking to refine your game, this course will be a fun and engaging way to learn. Enter door 5 across from tennis courts on east side of building. If classes are full, please consider joining a waitlist as new dates may become available.
Winter 2026
Introduction to Modern Axe Throwing
Wellness
Experience the thrill of the ancient sport of Axe Throwing but with a modern twist! Similar to darts but with an axe, this exciting activity is perfect for both seasoned axe-throwers and first-timers. Every swing is an opportunity for camaraderie, excitement, and endless fun.
Winter 2026
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Introduction to Shoulder & Foot Massage
Wellness
This hands-on class provides the opportunity for partners or close friends to learn basic techniques and experience some of the benefits of massage. Physician’s approval is requested if you have an upper back or neck injury. As this class involves learning massage techniques through hands-on practice, participants must sign up with a close friend or partner. Both participants must be registered. Please dress in comfortable clothes. Enter door 1.
Winter 2026
Introduction to Tai Chi Chuan
Wellness
Learn the principles of body movement to improve your health, balance, and stamina through the Yang Cheng Fu system of T’ai Chi. This solo exercise can be done anywhere and offers multiple benefits including increased concentration, coordination, muscle flexibility, and strength, as well as improved circulation. Practicing T’ai Chi daily with its slow, gentle movements and deep breathing can reduce stress and lower blood pressure. The Wednesday AM session is provided for women. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and nonslip stockings or practice barefoot.
Winter 2026
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Karaoke & Root Beer Floats
Just For Fun
You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your singing skills at this interactive class. We will have a microphone, speaker, and a laptop set up, so come with some songs in mind you want to sing to! Dancing shoes are optional. Afterward, singers will enjoy a root beer float. Enter door 1.
Winter 2026
Kennedy
Kids' Connection
School Year 2025-2026 Kids' Connection (grades K-5) Site
Kennedy Community School
Building
Kid Martial Arts (Ages 5-9)
Health & Fitness
This introductory martial arts class teaches young students focus, balance, coordination, and respect through the traditional Korean art of Soo Bahk Do. Students learn basic stances, kicks, blocks, and self-control in a positive, structured, and fun environment. The class emphasizes teamwork, confidence-building, and following directions while developing early physical and social skills. No prior experience required. Loose clothing is recommended (no shoes or socks should be worn). This Community Education session includes one class per participant.
Winter 2026
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KidzArt's Kawaii Food Art (Grades K-5)
Arts & Crafts
NEW! Cute. Colorful. Creative! Kids in grades K–5 will learn to draw and paint their favorite foods in the adorable Kawaii style— from smiling donuts to happy ramen bowls and mini food magnets.
Winter 2026
KidzArt's Purr-fect Pets (Grades K-5)
Arts & Crafts
NEW! Calling all animal lovers! In this 3-week after school art class, kids will create artwork inspired by their favorite furry, feathered, and finned friends. Using paints, markers, and mixed media, students will explore fun techniques while designing colorful, personality-filled pets.
Winter 2026
KidzArt’s Color Explorers (Grades K-5)
Arts & Crafts
NEW! Dive into a world of vibrant color and bold creativity! Young artists will paint a watercolor puppy relaxing in a hammock, create intricate mandala art, and bring a striking charcoal giraffe to life against a colorful painted background. Each week offers exciting new ways to explore color, texture, and design in a lively, supportive environment. All supplies included—just bring your imagination!
Winter 2026
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Light Up Firefly with KidScientific (Ages 5-12)
Arts & Crafts
NEW! Discover the magic of circuits as you create a firefly drawing that really lights up! Kids will learn the basics of electricity, combine creativity with science, and bring their art to life. With hands-on experiments, they’ll explore how circuits work and practice the scientific method. This fun-filled class blends discovery, creativity, and learning to spark curiosity! Enter door 1.
Winter 2026
Lincoln Elementary School
Building
Little Panda Intro to Kung Fu (Ages 5 & up)
Health & Fitness
Empower your child with confidence, respect, self-discipline, and safety through our community Kung Fu program. This introductory course not only enhances physical health and coordination but also immerses kids in the enriching world of Chinese culture and education. Children who participate in this program will experience positive transformation. Founded by Master Dee Ma in 2006, our school stands as central Minnesota’s exclusive source for authentic Kung Fu training. Master Ma, a graduate from Beijing Sports University, brings expertise of nine years of intensive Kung Fu training as a professional athlete and a certified national first-class Kung Fu referee.
Winter 2026
Living Fencelines
Nature
Natural fences constructed of shrubbery, tall flowers, and clumping grasses are attractive and environmentally friendly to make your yard’s boundaries natural yet defined. These living fences add an eye-catching way to define your property and provide effective privacy screens while adding some pollinator plants. Good fences make for good neighbors and good habitat! Come learn about how you can more effectively use living fences on your property.
Winter 2026
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Lucky Leprechaun Bowling
Just For Fun
Are you hoping to find a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? During this lucky game, bowlers get a prize after completing four shamrock squares in a row. For extra luck, wear green! Tuition includes two games of bowling, rental shoes, and prizes.
Winter 2026
Madison
Kids' Connection
School Year 2025-2026 Kids' Connection (grades K-5) Site
Madison Elementary School
Building