Community Education - Rochester, Minnesota

Join me as we taste four wines that are unique to Southern France. We will learn what makes each of these wines unique and how to read a French wine label. Wine only served to 21+ with ID.

The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and Health Institute provides everything you need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The YouTube “vlogger” style presentation of the video brings a youthful and high-energy spirit to the program content along with handouts, demonstrations, and additional resources. At the end of class, the students will receive their certification card along with instructions to access a digital copy of the Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) Student book. From getting started with your business, to collaborating with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, CABS will help set you up for babysitting success. Students must be present for the entire class and complete achievement of the core learning objectives to receive certification valid for two years. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen.

Not many people are using CDs anymore, but let's not be too quick to throw them away. We will use some of our no longer needed CDs to make attractive coasters. These would be a great gift for Mother's Day.

ILLUMINATE Camp Invention’s new program, Illuminate, is an inspiring, weeklong summer experience that provides opportunities for open-ended, hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering and more! Campers take on a variety of exhilarating activities each day, have fun collaborating with friends, think creatively and invent their own solutions to real-world challenges. The all-new 2024 program will spark the imagination of both new and returning campers with an adventure full of inspiration, innovation and unforgettable discoveries! During this action-packed, confidence-boosting program, young innovators will: Develop their own sports ball and customize a light-up game with a unique brand and logo as they explore athletics, design and innovation. Discover the science of light through illuminating inventions and fluorescent animals, then build a one-of-a-kind Glow Box using circuitry and ultraviolet light. Embark on an epic global operation to tackle water challenges around the world, learning the role that water plays with the help of a robotic lab-on-wheels. Star as a contestant on a prototyping game show, molding and shaping ideas into awesome inventions using everyday items and a DIY toolbox. Dates: June 17-21 – No Camp 6/19 Location: Gibbs Elementary Time: 8 AM-4PM OR Dates: July 8-12 Location: Willow Creek Time: 8 AM-4PM EXPLORE Camp Invention is an exciting, weeklong summer adventure with lessons that explore connections between science, technology, engineering, and innovation. Children work together to seek solutions to real-world problems and sharpen critical 21st century learning skills while rotating through several fascinating modules. In the Camp Invention EXPLORE program, campers will dive into ocean research with their own robotic fish, develop inventions for space exploration, build a spinning robotic artist and design a mega marble arcade! Each activity is designed to inspire curiosity, stretch imaginations, and give your explorer an epic summer experience. Dates: June 24-27 Location: Gibbs Elementary Time: 8 AM-4PM Registration is ONLY through Camp Invention. You may call 800-968-4332 or visit registration page HERE

Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! Join us for the ultimate Chuck Wagon experience at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch! This delightful experience combines music, a mouthwatering barbecue, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The evening is launched by a scenic tractor ride out to Ironwood’s picturesque Chuck Wagon barbecue picnic area, but the fun does not end there! Guests will enjoy a tasty meal, as well as sing, laugh, and enjoy lively performances of karaoke! The country atmosphere will be brought to life with energetic music and line dancing routines. Country attire is encouraged, but don’t worry if you don’t have any, Ironwood staff will make sure you are all kitted out to make it a night to remember! The wagons will begin loading at the Founders Lodge parking lot at 5:30pm, so please arrive by 5:15pm to get everyone on board and head out on time. Sorry, but no refunds after June 1st unless we can sell your ticket. All staff are requested to register, even if they don't plan to eat, so that we do not exceed the capacity of the wagons. If they wish to eat they can pay the $12 fee. Ironwood Springs Ranch, 7291 County Rd 6 SW, Stewartville.

Join us at Northrop for an hour of card games and coloring. We will have a variety of card games to play, or if you prefer to color, we will have books and pencils for all. Most importantly, we get to hang out together and enjoy each other's company. Maybe you will make a new friend or two.

Sylwia's signature workout features an intense strength and cardio circuit as well as contact work on the boxing bags.

This chess camp is for all ages and stages! Rochester CE chess camp is sure to improve your game. Students will learn basic concepts of the game, as well as fundamental concepts such as castling and check. Beginner and advanced strategy will be taught so you can learn how to attack the enemy king! Multiple achievement levels will be sure to challenge everyone, from beginner to expert! Show what you've got by mastering the next level.

Here at Community Education we are always looking for a reason to party. Join us to celebrate Cinco de Mayo a few days late with dancing, fun and food. We will serve walking tacos, so come ready to eat. Wear a sombrero if you have one, and get into the spirit of this fun Maytime holiday.

Did you love to color as a child? Well, you don't have to be a child to enjoy the fun and benefits of coloring. Come for a relaxing evening as we join the coloring craze. Everyone will receive some coloring sheets or a coloring book to take home.

Come join in the fun as we craft the week away. Whether its pipe cleaners, bells, paint or more. We will use a variety of different materials to craft and create all sorts of imaginings. Child only class. A snack of animal crackers will be provided.

Exercise your artistic talents by turning a blank canvas into a beautiful picture to hang in your home. Don't think you're artistic? Never fear, Rick will be there to guide you through the whole process. Since it's a celebration, we will be serving delicious cupcakes to keep our budding artists going.

We will be working on using our creative skills to beautify Dakota and our community! Students will get to use a variety of different materials and use their collective creativity to create artwork that will be shown in a variety of places throughout the school and the city of Rochester.

Game On! Play your favorite games: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: the Gathering, board games, and more.

Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on HOW the brain ages. Cognitive function, which covers all aspects of perceiving, thinking and reasoning, CAN improve. And the very good news is no matter what your age, there are things you can begin to do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate with each other. We’ll discuss which ‘superfoods’ reduce the damaging effects of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for memory, attention, processing information and reducing stress. You will learn simple, easy to implement strategies to help your brain stay healthy and alert. This class will be held online. You will receive an email 2 days prior to the class date with directions on how to join the class.