Whether you’re brand-new to babysitting or ready to take your skills to the next level, this course will equip you with everything you need to succeed. Learn how to create safe, fun, and educational activities for children of all ages while focusing on accident prevention, responsible caregiving, and self-care. Gain the skills and confidence parents look for in a trustworthy sitter! Please bring a nut-free bag lunch.

Get ready for a baseball experience with a twist! Skyhawks Banana Sluggers combines traditional baseball fundamentals with high-energy fun inspired by Banana Ball. Participants will develop their hitting, throwing, catching, and fielding skills while practicing trick plays, enjoying creative drills and games, and even choosing their own intro music. Every participant gets to keep their very own baseball and baseball cap!

Get ready for a delicious hands-on adventure into Asian-inspired cooking! In this fun-filled cook-along, participants will make everything from scratch, including soft, billowy steamed bao (folded buns), full-flavored Korean Bulgogi BBQ Chicken, and a colorful variety of crisp Asian inspired quick pickled vegetables. Learn the techniques for making and shaping the bao dough, steaming the buns to perfection, preparing the Bulgogi chicken, and creating quick-pickled, bright and tangy vegetables. Then bring it all together by assembling the components, turning them into deliciously combined bundles of flavors and textures. A fun, flavorful, and memorable Asian fusion experience from start to finish; this is what taste-bud dreams are made of! Equipment Needs: A bamboo steamer or steamer of any kind is a “nice to have”, but not necessary. A stand mixer is highly recommended. More info will be provided in the ingredient list packet for the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. The week of class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class.

Introduce your young athlete to the basics of dribbling, passing, and shooting in a fun and non-competitive environment. Mini-games, with 4-foot mini-backboards for younger students and 8-foot backboards for the older group, will help them be successful as they learn new skills. Our supportive staff will help your student along. Parent participation is required.

Introduce your young athlete to the basics of dribbling, passing, and shooting in a fun and non-competitive environment. Mini-games, with 4-foot mini-backboards for younger students and 8-foot backboards for older students, will help them be successful as they learn new skills. Our staff will help your student along. Each athlete will get a shirt on the first day of class. Parent participation is required.

Basketball Basics is the perfect next step for young players who are ready to build on what they’ve learned. Through fun drills and fast-paced games, kids will sharpen their dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork. This upbeat, all-skills program helps players grow their game, boost confidence, and enjoy every bounce along the way! Each athlete will get a t-shirt on the first day of class.

Lace up your shoes and hit the court with Skyhawks Basketball! Pump up your game in our fun, skill-intensive, high-energy camp designed for beginning and intermediate players. Work on passing, shooting, dribbling, and rebounding with Skyhawks staff as they help you learn and improve these game essentials! Participants should wear appropriate clothing, and bring two snacks and a water bottle.

Skyhawks Basketball Camp is a fundamentals-based program that teaches dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive skills through engaging drills and games. Players will stay active while building confidence and understanding of the game. This class emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and skill development in a positive environment. Participants should wear appropriate clothing and bring two nut-free snacks and a water bottle.

DASH Sports Basketball Tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the great game of basketball through fun skill-based drills and mini-games. Players will be taught how to properly dribble, pass, shoot, and play defense in a fun and positive environment. Athletes should bring a water bottle & wear athletic clothing & shoes. Balls are provided. Parent participation is required for ages 2–3 and encouraged for ages 4+.

Relax and unwind while creating a peaceful lakeside scene filled with floating lily pads, blooming water lilies, and cascading greenery. In this beginner friendly acrylic painting class, participants will learn simple techniques for blending soft water tones, layering vibrant greens, and adding delicate floral details. The instructor will guide painters step by step to create a calm and dreamy nature inspired masterpiece that is perfect for home décor or gifting. No prior painting experience is needed.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a night dedicated to friendship! Get creative making Valentine cards, decorate a sweet cookie, and play an assortment of Valentine-themed games throughout the room. We’ll finish the celebration with a fun Valentine dice game where everyone goes home with a prize! Come ready for laughs, treats, and plenty of Valentine fun with your friends.

If your goal is to become a published freelance writer—whether by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher—this comprehensive workshop will help you get your work in front of (and beyond!) the editor’s desk. In this step-by-step session, you will learn how to: Become a “published” faster than you think Submit manuscripts the correct way Find the right publisher for your work Write irresistible query letters Determine when and how to get an agent Discover 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer If you really want to succeed, this workshop is a must! Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. A few days before the class, you will receive an email with the video conference link.

Designed for beginners, this course introduces students to speaking and reading Spanish. Participants will practice fundamental language structures, common idiomatic expressions, and essential vocabulary and grammar needed for simple conversations. Whether starting from scratch or refreshing prior knowledge, by the end of the course, students will be able to ask and answer questions effectively and communicate in Spanish. Required Textbooks (Available at Amazon.com in paperback or e-edition-paperback recommended) Both books include audio recordings and flashcards to aid in vocabulary at www.mhlanguagelab.com Easy Spanish Step-by-Step by Barbara Bregstein Published by McGraw-Hill ISBN 978-0-07-146338-8 MHID 0-07-146338-0 Approximate Cost: $14 in paperback, $9 e-edition (paperback recommended) Easy Spanish Reader Premium Third Edition by William T. Tardy Published by McGraw-Hill ISBN 978-0-07-185019-3 MHID 0-07-185019-8 Approximate Cost: $14 in paperback, $9 e-edition (paperback recommended)

Learn how to unlock the power of beneficiary designations to help ensure fast, tax-efficient transfers to your heirs or trust. This practical workshop will guide you through navigating asset transfers, avoiding common pitfalls, and aligning your accounts with your will or trust for a smooth, well-coordinated estate plan. This 90-minute workshop will also include a Q&A session.

Warm, gooey, and impossibly soft, Chef Tess’ Copycat Cinnabon® Cinnamon rolls are so good, you may never go back to the original. Treat yourself—and those you love—to two unforgettable desserts this holiday season after participating in this indulgent bake-along. You’ll learn to make Chef Tess’ famous Copycat Cinnabon® Cinnamon Rolls, featuring a pillowy, rich, dough, a decadent gooey filling, and topped with an out-of-this-world cream cheese frosting. After years of keeping this recipe secret, Tess is finally sharing it exclusively in this class! You’ll also create Tess’ Tiramisu, re-imagined and created with her signature no-raw-egg-method, for a light, fluffy, and incredibly creamy texture while still delivering all the classic espresso-kissed flavor everyone loves. Perfect for the holidays, gifting, or simply elevating your dessert game, these recipes are guaranteed to impress. Equipment Needs: Stand-mixer with dough hook attachment (Cinnamon Rolls), whisk attachment (Tiramisu). The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. The week of class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class.

Play, learn, and grow together! Children ages birth to 5 and their caregivers will enjoy songs, stories, movement, art, sensory play, and early learning activities. Families will connect with others while exploring child development, parenting, and ways to support learning at home. This class is free for children under 12 months (select waived fee when registering). EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register please click here: Program Participant Care

Everyone deserves a little birthday fun! Join us as we celebrate our HOPE participants with a festive round of Birthday Bingo. Enjoy cupcakes and ice cream while playing for fun prizes. Whether your birthday is this season or months away, everyone is invited to join the celebration!

School’s out and there’s no better way to spend the day than on the slopes with Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School! Enjoy a full day of skiing or snowboarding at Afton Alps. Each trip fee includes a lift ticket, equipment rental (if needed), one-hour lesson (especially recommended for beginners!), and round-trip bus transportation. You’ll receive an invitation for each trip after you register. Come on one, two, or all three trips — whatever works for you! Upon registration, you will have access to all required waivers that must be completed to attend the trip. Afton Alps liability release Equipment rental agreement (only if renting gear) Grades: 6-12 Dates: Monday, December 28 Monday, January 18 Monday, February 15 Time: 8:00am – 5:30pm (approximately) Bus pick-up locations: Otsego: Target, 15800 87th Street NE Fees: Registration fee: $25 Trip fee: about $98 per trip for lift ticket, equipment rental, one-hour lesson and round-trip bus transportation. Register: https://blizzardmn.com/schools-out/ Enter Code: ELK26

Experience the ultimate in skiing, snowboarding and racing instruction from beginners to experts! At seven local snowsports areas, our top-quality adult instructors will teach you how to improve your skiing or boarding on groomed runs and terrain parks! You provide your own food and gear (season-long discounts and rentals are available), we provide the rest! Ages: 8-18, Grades: 2-12 Time: 7:30am – 5:30pm (approx) Dates: Saturdays or Sundays – 11 weeks, December – February, plus 3 BONUS trips Saturdays – Dec 5, 12, 19; Jan 9, 16, 23, 30; and Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 Sundays – Dec 6, 13, 20; Jan 10,17, 24, 31; and Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 Bus pick-up locations: Target in Otsego (87th St NE, Otsego) Saturdays and Sundays PROGRAMS: Program fees include 11 weeks of expert ski or snowboard instruction, membership materials, retail partner gear discounts, special events, bonus trips and access to discounted lift tickets. All programs are offered at all skill levels. SuperMites (2nd - 3rd grade) $720* All-day instruction with the same group and instructors every week. Learn more and more skills to conquer the hill! SuperKyds (4th - 5th grade) $720* All-day instruction with the same group and instructors every week. Develop skills at your own level and master bumps, jumps and carving turns! Classic (5th - 12th grade) $580* Instruction at your skill level and free time on the slopes with friends. ALL levels – beginner to advanced. Additional Teen ONLY trips! Teen Sampler Program (7th - 12th grade) $340* Not sure if you’re ready to commit to a full season? Try it out for only three weeks! First 3 Saturdays OR Sundays in December. Team Blizzard Race (5th - 12th grade) $720* Ski Racing Team instruction only. Intermediate to expert skiers, stir up some friendly competition as you learn strategies and tactics for racing. Sharpen your skills as you prepare to go head-to-head against racers. A great way for high school racers to get an edge on the competition and recreational racers to improve and have fun! Additional Teen ONLY trips! Apprentice Program (9th -12th grade) $720* Have a passion for skiing or boarding, or ever thought about teaching? This is the program for you. Learn to become a certified ski or snowboard instructor. *Weekly Trip Fees: You will be contacted prior to the trip each week for your reservation. In addition to your program fee, you will be charged about $105 for round-trip bus transportation and lift ticket each weekend you attend. To register: go to www.blizzardmn.com or call 763-559-3343. Mention code ELK26

Add a little sparkle to the garden just in time for Mother’s Day! Choose from a colorful assortment of beads to design and create three beaded garden stakes—each topped with a sparkling gem. Keep all three to brighten your own garden or share one or more as a handmade Mother’s Day gift for someone special.