Edina Adult Catalog - Spring/Summer 2013

Edina Community Education Spring/Summer 2013

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Fitness Aquatics

Licensed Zumba Instructor Katherine McGraw leads a busy life with four wonderful teenagers, and still finds time to share her passion for group fitness. In her classes, she strives to create a welcoming atmosphere with a fun, supportive vibe that begins before the salsa gets turned up, and lingers long after the last merengue ends.

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City Council Member Mary DePaulis Brindle learned the basics of baking bread from her Italian grandmother on the Iron Range. She shares her knowledge of artisan bread-making, a tradition that engages all of your senses.

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What does the latest research say about the effects of caffeine, chocolate and wine on heart health? Join Susan White, RD, Lead Registered Dietitian at the Minneapolis Heart Institute, for heart-healthy dessert snacks and a conversation about eating smart for your heart.

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Our Programs g EDINA COMMUNITY Education Enriching Lives to Strengthen Community

Main Office Edina Community Center, 1st Floor Open Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:30 952-848-3952 www.edinacommunityed.org

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Edina Community Education is an integral part of both the Edina Public Schools and our wider community. Our programs and services build skills, promote health and well-being, support families, and expand student achievement. Most importantly, we create community. Join us!

Valerie Burke valburke@edina.k12.mn.us

Edina Family Center 952-848-3908 edinafamctr@edina.k12.mn.us Laurie Denn, Coordinator

Youth Programs Meg Barrett, Coordinator

Edina Family Center The Edina Family Center offer high-quality early education programs for families with children from birth through age five. Programs include new baby and me classes, Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), preschool, childcare and more.

YOUTH PROGRAMS Youth programs offers a variety of fun and educational activities for ages 3-18. KIDS Club (gr. K-3), WISE Guys (gr. 4-5), and SURGE (gr. 6-9) provide high-quality out-of-school time care. Classes and camps offer new and favorite enrichment subjects. Youth Serving Youth (YSY) at Edina High School provides student leadership and service activities.

Classes and Camps 952-848-3952 comedu@edina.k12.mn.us

ADULT EDUCATION

KIDS Club, WISE Guys, SURGE 952-848-3947 kidsclubecc@edina.k12.mn.us

Edina Center for Adult Education engages adults of all ages with extensive learning opportunities, ranging from cooking, fitness and world language courses to 21st century technology and career exploration, metro-area field trips and world travel.

Adult Education 952-848-3952 comedu@edina.k12.mn.us Marsha Buchok, Coordinator

Volunteer Program 952-848-4924 volunteer@edina.k12.mn.us Marcia Friedman, Supervisor

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VOLUNTEER Edina’s Community Volunteer Program invites community members to share their time, talents, and passion for learning with Edina students. Volunteers work in all nine schools to offer basic skills help, homework help, and speak as a resource.

EDINA RESOURCE CENTER A partnership of Edina Community Education Services, Edina Public Schools and the City of Edina, the Edina Resource Center provides your connection to community resources, services and information in Edina. Services are free and confidential. Call 952-848-3936 or visit www.edinaresourcecenter.com.

Community Resources Something for Everyone Our Spring/Summer 2013 catalog is blooming with color, with energy, with the promise of spring. We are excited about the rainbow of lifelong learning choices we have to offer. From Belly Dancing to Basic Negotiation, Creative Fitness to Quickbooks, Downton Abbey to Google Drive, Breadmaking to Ballroom Dance, and Tui Na Massage to Rosemaling, we aim to offer meaningful opportunities to stay healthy, update skills, stay engaged and join conversations for learners of all ages, stages, abilities and interests.

Don’t see the class you’d really like to take? Consider teaching it!

Throughout these pages, you’ll find introductions to some of our fabulous instructors, but our community education program isn’t complete without you.

Let’s see how we can grow together!

Marsha Buchok Edina Community Education Adult Programs marbuchok@edina.k12.mn.us

Make a Difference!

Volunteer in Edina Public Schools Edina Public Schools is committed to using volunteers to promote and strengthen partnerships between the school and community. Volunteers are crucial to help personalize instruction and enrich curriculum for all learners.

Opportunities Available: • Basic Skills Help • Classroom Speaker • Homework Help Contact 952-848-4924 or email volunteer@edina.k12.mn.us to get started!

Metro South Adult Basic Education (formerly known as SHAPE) partners with the Minnesota Department of Education and school districts in Edina, Eden Prairie, Richfield and Bloomington to offer adult basic education opportunities in a supportive environment. A range of day and evening classes include ESL classes for English learners, preparation for both the General Education Development (GED) exam and high school diploma completion, and career exploration and preparation. www.metrosouth.org See page 8

Adaptive Recreation and Learning Exchange (AR&LE) is a partnership between the cities and Community Education programs of Edina, Bloomington, Eden Prairie and Richfield. AR&LE consists of two parts. Adaptive Recreation offers social programs and activities including bowling, swimming and skiing. The Learning Exchange offers classes in cooking, independent living, and heath and fitness.

Contact Kristin Aarsvold: 952-826-0433.

The AR&LE Spring/Summer 2013 Catalog is now available online at www.edinacommunityed.com

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Yoga in the Parks Golf

Golf for Women  Basic Golf Lessons Come join in the fun! This women’s-only class offers an introduction to the golf swing in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Students will learn about driving, chipping, putting and more. This class is for women who have played little or no golf and have had no formal lessons. Equipment is provided, or bring your own clubs. Braemar Golf Pros 7210-S04 5 Sessions - $129 Mondays, Jun 3 - Jul 1 6:00 - 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course - Driving Range

Basic Golf Camp  Have fun with other women while working on all aspects of your golf game, including long game, short game, sand play and onthe-course play. Students in this camp should have playing experience. This class will help participants become more consistent with their ball striking through instruction and guided practice both on and off the course. We will provide range balls and pull carts. Please bring your golf clubs and balls; rental clubs are available. Relax, have fun and socialize!

Braemar Golf Pros

7210-S05 5 Sessions - $129 Thursdays, May 30 - Jun 27 6:00 - 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course - Driving Range

7201-S05 5 Sessions - $259 Wednesdays, May 29 - Jun 26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Braemar Executive Golf Course - Meet at Driving Range Building

Intermediate Golf Lessons

Intermediate Golf Camp

 Come work on your game in the company of other women who also enjoy the wonderful game of golf! This class is for women who have completed some basic level instruction and have played some golf. Improve your understanding and skills while working on the full swing, pitching, chipping and putting.

Equipment is provided, or bring your own clubs. Braemar Golf Pros 7211-S08 5 Sessions - $129 Mondays, Jun 3 - Jul 1 7:00 - 8:00 pm Braemar Golf Course - Driving Range 7211-S07 5 Sessions - $129 Thursdays, May 30 - Jun 27 7:00 - 8:00 pm Braemar Golf Course - Driving Range

 Come enjoy the camaraderie of other women while working on your golf game, both on and off the course. We will work on tuning and fine-tuning the swing as it pertains to various parts of the game through instruction and guided practice, on and off the course. Camp includes a video swing analysis and lots of on-the-course play. Participants should golf on a somewhat regular basis and be able to consistently get the ball into the air during play. Bring your enthusiasm and golf clubs and balls. We will provide range balls and pull carts. Braemar Golf Pros 7202-S07 5 Sessions - $259 Thursdays, May 30 - Jun 27 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Braemar Executive Golf Course - Meet at Driving Range Building

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 Do the tree pose under a tree. Deepen your breathing amidst the breezes. Take your yoga practice outdoors and into the community this summer! We will meet three times, embracing the nature of a different Edina park each month. Stay in the moment: we’ll keep the location a surprise until the night before, when we will email you the location (so be sure to include your email when you register).

Bring your mat and any other items you like to use during practice. Participants at any level ages 10 and older welcome. Laurie LoPesio 7555-SS01 3 Sessions - $40 Wednesdays: 8:00am - 9:00am June 12, July 10, Aug 14 Edina Parks Shhhh…it’s a Flash-Yoga-like surprise!

Gardening see page 7 Sizzling Summer BBQ see page 10

Swing. Breathe. Roll. Walk.

How to Roll a Kayak

Become a Nordic Walker

 There is no better way to gain confidence in your kayak. This class will give you an introduction to the eskimo roll, and teach you how to do a wet exit, self and T-rescues, as well as practice with C to C and Sweep rolls. You will get wet and cold. Wear a swimsuit and bring a warm top. Kayaks, paddles, pumps and life jackets will be provided. Children ages 12+ welcome when accompanied by an adult.

 Get outside for the best walk ever! The simple addition of nordic walking poles to your daily fitness walk engages up to 30% more of your body’s muscles, effectively increasing your heart rate and calorie burn. Daily walking also holds the power to maintain brain health and to renew our spirits. This class will include an introduction to the history and theory of nordic walking as well as instruction on safe and effective technique. Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather. Poles will be available for use during the class. Linda Lemke

7510-S05 2 Sessions - $49 Tuesdays, Apr 30 & May 7 7:00 - 9:00 pm Valley View Middle School - Pool 7510-S06 2 Sessions - $49 Tuesdays, May 14 & May 21 7:00 - 9:00 pm Valley View Middle School - Pool

Intro to Rock Climbing at Vertical Endeavors  Explore indoor rock climbing! This is a great beginning-level class to expose yourself to essential skills such as knot tying, belaying, bouldering, climbing commands, gear and risk management. Emphasis will be on experiencing an enjoyable and safe lifetime physical activity that offers the benefits of a full-body workout. All climbing gear is provided. Complete a waiver available at www.verticalendeavors.com/minneapolis.

5006-S05 1 Session - $10; $16/pair Thursday, May 30 10:00 - 11:30 am Centennial Lakes - Centrum Building 5006-SS06 1 Session - $10; $16/pair Tuesday, Jun 18 6:00 - 7:30 pm Centennial Lakes - Centrum Building

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Where gentleness and caring are combined with integrity and quality.

7531-S01 3 Sessions - $65 Wednesdays, Apr 24 - May 8 7:00 - 9:00 pm Vertical Endeavors Minneapolis - 2450 Nicollet Ave So

Family and cosmetic dentistry, crowns, veneers, TMD/TMJ therapy, implants, smile enhancements, Botox, Juvéderm and other dermal fillers

Women’s Running Camp  Are you a non-runner who would like to run 30 minutes a day? A beginning runner who would like to become faster and stronger?

An experienced runner who would like to compete at a higher level? This class is for you. With four coaches, we can handle every level of fitness. Join us for 8 weeks of fun, inspiration and camaraderie as we train you to become the best runner you can be!

Minnesota Distance Running Association 5073-S08 8 Sessions - $89 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 29 6:00 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center - Cafeteria

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New families welcome!

50th Street Plaza 3925 West 50th Street Suite 203 Edina, MN 55424

952.920.0707 www.sundetdental.com

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Poetry Night

Meet Karen Waters Karen Waters has been sewing since the 7th grade. She was inspired by her grandmother, a travelling seamstress who would live with one family while sewing clothing for everyone in the household, and then move on to the next family.

Karen’s early projects, too, were mainly clothes for herself and others; now she really enjoys craft sewing, including bags and t-shirt quilts for college students.

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Karen has been teaching sewing for over 20 years. She currently teaches FACS classes at Valley View Middle School in Edina, having previously taught in the Chicagoland area.

I really enjoy watching students as they create their projects and continue to use them for many years,” she says.

She and her husband have four children and six grandchildren, and they love to travel, read, take pictures, and mess with technology.

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 Are you interested in writing poetry, but don’t know where or how to start? Bring a pencil and paper for this special one-night class. We’ll explore different poetic forms and experiment with a variety of writing exercises and prompts. Open to all levels of experience.

Robert Hybben 7027-S07 1 Session - $19 Wednesday, May 15 7:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 313

Memoir Writing  Every life has a story; learn to tell yours.

Through in-class writing exercises and takehome assignments, we will explore our memories and record them in written form.

This is a great way to preserve life stories in your own voice, and can be a treasure to share with your friends and family. Bring a notebook and pencil to start your writing! Renee Foss 9027-S07 8 Sessions - $79 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - May 28 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

Beginning Rosemaling  Norwegian rosemaling is a beautiful style of folk painting done with artists oil paints on painted wood. This class focuses on completing a simple design on a wood plate.

Students must bring artists supplies (supply list provided by email). Tuition includes the cost of your woodenware. Ronna Thorson 7022-S02 4 Sessions - $69 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Apr 30 6:30 - 9:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 306

Learn to Sew: “Vera Bradley” Tote Bag  New to sewing, or just want to make the popular “Vera Bradley” two-sided quilted tote bag with your own unique twist? This class will be fun for you to try your hand at sewing!

You will receive a list of supplies to purchase before start of class estimated at $15-$18.00 per tote bag. Karen Waters 7511-S11 3 Sessions - $19; $36/pair Tuesdays, Apr 16 - Apr 30 6:00 - 8:00 pm Valley View Middle School - Room 138

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Creative Gym: Fitness for your Right Brain  All humans are creative beings, but often our creative drive is put on hold while we satisfy the demands of daily life. Yet studies show that our creative abilities are critical to our well-being. In this class we’ll be reawakening our “right brain” creative side through discussions, media, and hands-on exercises. Join this class to exercise your creativity! Facilitator Laura Nisi is a former graphic designer who is passionate about personal creative expression and is eager to share her “workouts” with you. Course fee includes $20 supply fee. Laura Nisi 9135-S01 4 Sessions - $30 Tuesdays, Apr 16 - May 7 10:30 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center - Room 165

Create Your Purpose Path  Learn tools needed to create true happiness in every area of your life. Say ‘no more’ to negative thoughts, constant fear, and limiting behaviors. Facilitator Gigi Bisong enjoys working with women who are seeking change, happiness, new experiences, and inspiration to find their own unique voice and path.

Explore what your unique purpose is and learn how to start living it today. Gigi Bisong 5211-S11 2 Sessions - $29 Mondays, Apr 22 & Apr 29 7:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 316

Exploring Meditation  Join meditation guide and trained spiritual director Sherry Gaugler-Stewart for a session of exploration of meditation exercises and experiences. This class is designed to offer a variety of ways to incorporate meditation more fully into your life, for wherever you may be on your journey.

Sherry Gaugler-Stewart 5219-S09 1 Session - $29 Wednesday, May 15 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

Create. Unleash. Grow. Understand.

More Fun Together  Gardening encourages the whole family to participate actively. Children love to investigate the wonderful questions that arise while planting, fertilizing, cultivating, harvesting, cooking and composting produce.

For a fun, learning-packed summer garden program for kids, complete with a chef visit, check out “Edible Schoolyard” at edina.thatscommunityed.com

Grow

Shrubs and Small Trees For the Home Landscape

 This class, taught by Master Gardener Jim Faustgen, focuses on the shrubs and small trees that grow best in the Minnesota home landscape. Emphasis will be on which plants are more winter hardy, low maintenance, and are distinct in colorful bark, leaves, flowers, and/or fruit for appeal. Slides, helpful handouts, and plant vignettes are included.

Jim Faustgen 7366-S06 1 Session - $19 Wednesday, May 8 6:30 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

Perennials for Everyone  Want to learn how to have a beautiful perennial garden? No experience necessary!

We’ll discuss the best tips and techniques for preparing the soil, fertilizing, mulching, and keeping gardens blooming. You’ll go home with over 20 handouts and suggestions for where to go for the best flowers and nurseries.

Jim Faustgen 7328-S09 1 Session - $19; $34/pair Wednesday, Apr 17 6:30 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

Dog Body Language

Organic and Non-Organic Gardening: Small Plots and Containers  This interactive, comprehensive gardening class will give you the tools to plan, grow, maintain and harvest a variety of herbs and vegetables. What vegetables and herbs should you plant for our warmer, drier summers? What types of fertilizers should you consider and why? Discover a botanical rotation method to reduce insect damage and plant diseases, and a square-foot planting system. Handouts will be provided. Bring your questions for Master Gardener, Larry Cipolla.

Larry Cippolla 7322-S05 1 Session - $12; $20 /pair Tuesday, Apr 23 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

 Think you can speak dog? Want to learn how to read your dog’s subtle signals? Want to be able to spot trouble before it happens?

This is the seminar for you! This is the perfect place for anyone—from rescue and shelter volunteers, dog owners, groomers, vets, and dog enthusiasts to expand their dog-reading skills. We’ll cover calming, stress and warning signals. You’ll walk away knowing more about how to stay safe, predict and prevent a bite, and recognize when Fido might need some help or support. Even experienced dog people will benefit! (This seminar is for people only; Fido needs to stay at home.) Kate Anders 9201-S01 1 Session - $10 Thursday, May 16 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

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The World of Downton Abbey  Need a little Downton Abbey fix while waiting for the next season to begin? We will gather to explore the history, art, literature, architecture, politics, food, fashion and social systems of the Edwardian era as portrayed in this popular BBC series. Our first meeting will include presentation and question-gathering, while the second will emphasize shared exploration and discussion. Tea and meringues provided. Gloves and bowlers optional.

Cheryl Gunness, Ph.D. 7111-S01 2 Sessions - $39 Mondays, May 13 & May 20 7:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

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OLLI Classes Edina Community Education is partnering with the University of Minnesota’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) to offer these classes. OLLI classes offer intellectual challenges as well as opportunities for new friendships and connections.

Globalization An Evolving History  Globalization has been defined in different ways at different times. We will look at today’s world for a current definition. To do this, we will explore the globe historically, culturally, and economically. Bring your opinions and an open mind. Bob Erickson, Ed. D.

Honoring Choices Memory Improvement Beginning a Family Advance  This course will cover simple techniques Care Planning Conversation for memorizing the things you want to

remember. By participating in Dr. Lee’s interactive seminar presentation, you’ll understand how the synapses in your brain are working. You’ll learn to use your brain more efficiently by creating mental pictures to memorize facts, jokes, numbers, names, things to do, and anything else you want to remember. This technique will improve your memory tremendously, and you’ll be amazed 9508-W04 2 Sessions - $18 at how much you can memorize.

Thursdays, Mar 28 & Apr 4 10:00 - 11:30 am Dr. Frederick B. Lee Edina Community Center - Room 334

 This two-part series will guide participants in thinking through their individual values and wishes concerning end-of-life care and examine ways to initiate conversations among family members. Participants will become pro9506-S04 7 Sessions - $18 active in completing a health care directive Thursdays, Mar 28 - May 9 10:00 - 11:30 am that reflects their beliefs and wishes.

Edina Community Center - Room 311 Cindy Dubansky

9505-S04 3 Sessions - $18 Wednesdays, April 24-May 8 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

FREE CLASSES! Adult ESL GED Adult Diploma & College Prep

with a small voluntary materials fee.

To register for classes please call 952-681-6170!

VOLUNTEER WITH US! Call 952-681-6109 to: •Help Adult Basic Education students reach their goal of learning English or earning a GED or Adult Diploma •Assist participants in Learning Exchange classes for adults with disabilities

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Join a conversation.

A Walk in the Park + Lunch  Join us for a walk and camaraderie around beautiful Centennial Lakes Park.

After the fresh air and exercise, continue the conversation with your friends old and new over lunch. “Lunch on the Fly” special at Pinstripes ($10) is on your own. This friendly outing begins at the Centennial Lakes Centrum Building. Kay Zuccaro 5401-S01 1 Session - $5 Friday, May 3 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Centennial Lakes - Centrum Building

Walk in the Park + Free Concert

Quilting Bee  Quilters gather to work on projects of their own choosing and to support each other with their quilting knowledge. No formal instruction. Bring your own sewing machine and quilting supplies. Jane Widmark 7077-S12 3 Sessions - $19 Saturdays, Apr 13, May 11 & Jun 8 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Movie Lover’s Group  Do you like going to the movies but don’t like going alone? Join our group! We’ll see a movie together, and afterwards meet for an hour over coffee/tea to talk with new friends.

It’s a chance to share your opinions, catch a few nuances about the film that you may have missed, and possibly make some new friends with a common love. Cost of the movie and coffee are on your own. The group is free, but please register in advance and include your email address so we can connect about details.

Linda Tell 9110-S09 Wednesdays, Apr 17, May 22 & Jun 5 Edina Movie Theaters

3 Sessions - FREE 2:00 - 5:00 pm

 Join us for a walk and camaraderie around beautiful Centennial Lakes Park. After the fresh air and exercise, continue the conversation with your friends old and new in the amphitheater, where we’ll enjoy the free concert played by the Execs Big Band. This friendly outing begins at the Centennial Lakes Centrum Building. Kay Zuccaro 5402-SS01 1 Session - $5 Wednesday, Aug 7 6:00 - 8:00 pm Centennial Lakes - Centrum Building

Exploring Social Media  Let’s start an online conversation! Join us for a three-hour, hands-on workshop exploring the many benefits and powerful tools of social media. The workshop provides an overview of social media, with a look at Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. We’ll focus on security and privacy. Basic computer skills and experience a plus. This is a great workshop to get you started talking and sharing with friends, family and customers online. Jonathan Freed 8516-S03 1 Session - $59 Monday, Apr 8 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8516-S04 1 Session - $59 Monday, May 20 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Meet Kay Zuccaro Kay Zuccaro has been involved with Edina Community Education for over 25 years, serving as Edina’s Aquatics Supervisor for the past 15 years. She is certified as a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Instructor, Arthritis Foundation Aquatics Instructor, and Water Fitness Instructor. Her mission is to help adults and children feel comfortable in the water, build selfesteem, and educate on water safety.

Kay’s interests go well beyond aquatics.

She graduate from the College of St. Benedict with a degree in Early Childhood Education. For fun, she likes to ski, travel, cook, and spend time outside walking, playing minigolf, and paddleboating.

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Centennial Lakes is a hidden gem. It’s such a healthy environment, with something for everyone—nature and beauty, walking paths, sports, and concerts.

There are so many ways to connect with family, friends and community!

The New Yorker Group  Keep your finger on the pulse of culture, art, and politics—and hang out with people who love talking about The New Yorker! We’ll meet once a month to discuss our favorite articles.

Meet in the back room at Beaujo’s bistro.

Beverage and food purchases are on your own. The group is free, but please register in advance and include your email address so we can connect about details. Natalie Cramer 9011-S11 3 Sessions - FREE Mondays, Apr 15, May 13 & Jun 17 4:00 - 5:00 pm Beaujo’s - 4950 France Ave, Edina

—Kay Zuccaro

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Food

Gluten-Free for Beginners  Interested in gluten-free cooking, but intimidated by the idea of changing your diet? Fear no more! Come join Chef Kate for a fun class where you will learn to create some delicious and satisfying gluten-free dishes. Class ends with a family style meal.

Menu includes: seasonal risotto, seasonal quinoa salad with homemade herb vinaigrette, and more. Kate Moore 6007-S05 1 Session - $34 Wednesday, May 1 6:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Canning 101  Be a part of the home food preservation revival! In this class, you’ll learn the skills you need to preserve the freshest and best local produce, and keep it handy all year long. We’ll focus on hot water bath canning for fruits and vegetables. You’ll leave the class with the knowledge and confidence you need to preserve the best of the upcoming growing season, as well as a jar of produce you helped preserve. Caitlin Williams 6033-S01 1 Session - $49 Saturday, Apr 20 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Farm to Table: Summer Salads  Salads are a great way to eat healthier, get more veggies into your diet, and eat locally.

Join Chef Kate for a fun and educational class where you will learn some of her favorite summer salads. Class will end with a familystyle meal, including: orzo salad with local greens, spring potato salad with dairy- and egg-free dill dressing, and more! Kate Moore 6017-S07 1 Session - $34 Thursday, May 9 6:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Sizzling Spring Barbecue  Warm up with sizzling Latin cuisine!

Prepare new, easy, saucy, barbecue delights in this hands-on class. On the menu: carne asada con chirmol (grilled minute steaks marinated in onion topped with bird’s eye chile-charred tomato-mint salsa); piña asada (grilled pineapple with lime and pumpkin seeds); papas al pimenton (roasted yukon gold potatoes with Spanish paprika); chorizo guacamole with onion and oregano; and hibiscus tea. Amalia Moreno-Damgaard

Cinco de Mayo Flavor Fare  Delve into the food behind the fiesta. During this class, adult/child pairs (ages 6+) will celebrate this day of Mexican pride through food and drink. We’ll go beyond the famous taco while using fresh ingredients. Please bring several containers to take home your treats.

6055-S01 1 Session - $39 Thursday, May 2 6:30 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Home-Prepared Convenience Foods  Are you tired of the high cost of groceries?

Are you concerned about the dangers of processed foods? Fight back by making your own delicious, low cost, healthier homeprepared convenience foods. Thrift expert Donna Nowicki will teach you how to save hundreds of dollars on your monthly grocery bill and feed your family tasty meals that are prepared in minutes. Donna Nowicki 6033-S07 1 Session - $39 Tuesday, May 7 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

6012-S07 1 Session - $34; $59/pair Wednesday, Apr 24 6:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

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Preserve a tradition.

Bread for the Senses  In this class, you’ll explore the basic technique for baking white Italian bread.

We’ll talk about the origin of bread and its important place in our diet. Instructor Mary DePaulis Brindle learned the basics of baking bread from her Italian grandmother on the Iron Range in Eveleth, Minnesota. Measuring flour by the handful and judging the dough’s readiness by its consistency, she still relies on “the feel” to know what to do with a lump of luscious bread dough. Bring your nose to smell the aroma and your taste buds to enjoy the finished product. You will leave with an artisan, home-made recipe that you can knead, rise, bake and enjoy at home. Mary Brindle

Adorable Spring and Summer Cupcakes  Join the cupcake phenomenon! Grab your friends, family or kids (age 10 or older) and join us to decorate rabbit hole cupcakes featuring a tiny puffy tail and little rabbit feet sticking out of the dirt. We’ll also decorate cupcakes with beautiful sunflowers and tiny lady bugs. Our final design features cupcakes that look like a little BBQ, complete with tiny hot dogs, steaks and kebabs! Please bring one to two dozen pre-baked cupcakes (any flavor), an apron and a container to carry home your decorated cupcakes. Donna Nowicki 6011-S05 1 Session - $39 Monday, Apr 29 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

6015-S05 1 Session - $24; $39/pair Monday, Apr 22 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Basics of Low Calorie Cooking  With today’s busy lifestyle, it is a challenge to feed your family a fresh, healthy, homecooked meal. Not to worry. Come learn how to prepare quick and easy low-calorie dishes. We will explore several different cuisines of the world with Mexican lentil soup, Italian baked eggplant and Chinese stir-fry with chicken and rice. Anita Mallick 6009-S09 1 Session - $29; $49/pair Friday, May 17 6:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Nutrition Crash Course see page 30

Meet Mary Brindle Mary Brindle began baking bread as a child with her Italian grandmother as her guide. Her interest in the tradition was re-kindled when she and her husband Ralph adopted their son Luke in 1984. She currently bakes most of her family’s bread, and also provides baked goodies on order for special occasions.

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An Edina resident since 1985, Mary is also a member of the Edina City Council, Edina Morningside Rotary Club, Edina Crime Prevention Fund and the First John Philip Sousa Memorial Band. Mary teaches French Horn at her home.

Food is a wonderful thing! It can break the ice, make celebrations more memorable, draw friends closer, and spark romance! I love sharing and expanding my home cooking skills through Edina Community Ed!

—Mary Brindle

WE KNOW GOOD FOOD Organic

Fair Trade

Local

3815 Sunnyside Ave., Minneapolis (near 44th & France) www.lindenhills.coop Open daily 8 am – 9 pm Not a member? Not a problem. Everyone is welcome to shop co-op!

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Hobbies & Play

Your Photo Here Join us! Become an instructor and share your love of lifelong learning.

Edina Community Education classes are taught by the community, for the community, in our community. Our course catalog isn’t complete without you!

Edina Community Education is always looking for enthusiastic teachers and new class ideas that help meet the needs of learners of all ages, stages, abilities and interests.

Do you have a special skill, interest or hobby you’d like to share with your neighbors? Professional certification is not required—just passion for your subject, and an ability to share it effectively.

We are currently planning course offerings for Fall 2013. To be considered, course proposals must be submitted on or before May 1. For more information, please contact us at comedu@edina.k12.mn.us or 952-848-3952.

Nest

Bridge Bidding - Lite

Intro to Essential Oils

 If you already know the fundamentals of bridge, from previous study or playing, this may be the class for you. Update and improve your bidding by learning modern bidding methods, including 5-card majors, convenient minors, and limit raises. No artificial bids (conventions) are included; all bids are natural.

Bidding Lite is primarily intended for folks playing, or planning to play, social bridge.

Bidding Lite is more streamlined, much more intuitive than Bidding - Duplicate-Style. Buy required workbook, Bridge Bidding Lite, from instructor for $10. Prerequisite: Bridge Basics.

David Lund

 Learn to live a more natural and chemicalfree lifestyle using essential oils. In addition to their intrinsic benefits and fragrance from plants, essential oils have been used throughout history in many cultures for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits. Modern scientific study and trends towards more holistic approaches to wellness are driving a revival and new discovery of essential oil health applications. Rose Lee

7002-S03 8 Sessions - $99 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - May 28 4:00 - 6:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348B

Indoor Fairy Fantasy Garden

7002-S04 8 Sessions - $99 Thursdays, Apr 11 - May 30 4:00 - 6:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348B David Lund

Bridge Declaring  Ok, the auction is over, the opening lead is face-up on the table, partner has displayed the dummy, and you’ve said, “Thanks, partner.”

Now what do you do? Systematic techniques for declarer play of the hand are presented.

Bidding is reviewed and expanded upon. Buy required workbook, Bridge Declaring, from instructor for $10. Prerequisite: Bridge Bidding.

David Lund 7003-S04 8 Sessions - $99 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 29 4:00 - 6:15 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348B

Play Mahjong!  Skill, strategy, calculation and a certain degree of luck – that’s the popular Chinese game of Mahjong. This game of “tiles” is interesting, fun, social…and can be competitive! After you’ve learned the game, you can join weekly open Mahjong played at the Edina Senior Center. Rita Goodmanson 7015-S07 6 Sessions - $69 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 15 1:00 - 3:00 pm Edina Senior Center - Sherwood 7015-S08 6 Sessions - $69 Wednesdays, May 22 - Jun 26 1:00 - 3:00 pm Edina Senior Center - Sherwood

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7512-S02 1 Session - $15; $26 /pair Thursday, Apr 18 6:30 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 306

 By the end of class, you will have crafted a fantasy garden ready to take home and tend. Let your imagination run wild as you landscape your own panorama. A team of experienced instructors will take you through a step-by-step process of creating your garden. Each participant receives one basket and enough supplies, with plenty of choices, to fill the basket with an abode, figurine, landscaping, plants, soil and more. Instructors believe in the magical, stress-reducing aspects of miniature gardening. Materials fee of $25 payable to instructors at class.

Greg and Connie Olson 7577-S01 1 Session - $18 Monday, Apr 22 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 313

Re-Invent the Rooms in Your Home  No need to remodel - bring life back to the rooms in your home! We will discuss simple and inexpensive changes you can make to your bathroom, living room/family room and kitchen to make them fresh again. Bring your home photos and questions. Mary Dale 7011-S11 1 Session - $19; $33/pair Wednesday, May 8 6:00 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 313

Learn to Sew see page 6 Italian for Opera Lovers see page 20

Interests

[ Who would have dreamed that I’d be back to explore the old high school woodshop with my son!

We had a great time and built some new memories. ] —2013 woodshop class participant

Start Your Own Arts & Crafts Business  Learn how to start your own arts and crafts business from a professional artist. You’ll discover how to find your niche and how to create your own unique business identity.

You’ll also see what makes marketing in the arts and crafts business different from other marketing, and you’ll find a sales approach that meshes with your personality and preserves your creative integrity. You’ll also discover how to price your work effectively so you can set yourself up for success whether you’re selling through craft shows, in galleries, online, or even in your own retail store. Certificate of Completion issued upon successful completion of course exam. Teri King

Open Woodshop

Woodshop

Woodshop Orientation  Required for all new members of the day and evening Open Wood Shop. We will introduce you to all of the major power equipment, tools and shop procedures while building a group project. Particular emphasis will be on safe operation of the equipment.

Upon completion of this orientation, you may join the Open Woodshop for the remainder of the session for $25. Wood Shop Monitors 7500-S09 4 Sessions - $59 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 1 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 159 Wood Shop

Ed2Go.com/edina 6 weeks - $95 April 17- May 29 24/7 access At Home or in Your Favorite Coffee Shop

 For men and women who want to practice woodworking. The shop is equipped with power and hand tools, plus a paint room.

All participants must be able to work independently and have some experience in operating the equipment. Tuition also covers the use of a storage locker. All participants are required to volunteer as the “Woodshop Monitor of the Day” during each session. New participants are required to attend Woodshop Orientation prior to participating in Open Woodshop.

7505-S09 44 Sessions - $59 Mon-Fri, Apr 8 - Jun 7 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 159 No Class May 27 Wood Shop 7505-S13 35 Sessions - $65 Tue/Thu/Fri, Apr 9 - Jun 7 6:00 - 9:00 pm Saturdays, Apr 13 - Jun 8 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 159 No Class May 25 Wood Shop

View a demo class, take a sample quiz, register, or explore more highly-interactive online learning options at ed2go.com/edina.

Online learning anytime, anywhere.

Just a click away Edina Community Education partners with Ed2Go to offer a wide range of highly-interactive, web-based classes that conveniently fit your busy schedule, Looking to pursue an new interest or enhance existing knowledge? Lessons are available online 24/7. Certificates of Completion are issued upon successful completion of a final course exam. Expert instructors (many nationally-known) develop each six-week course and are available to answer student questions throughout the term. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Explore our catalog! ed2go.com/edina

7505-SS05 41 Sessions - $59 Tue/Thu/Fri, Jun 11 - Aug 23 6:00 - 9:00 pm Sat, June 15-Aug 24 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 159 No Class Jul 4-6 Wood Shop

Gardening see page 7 Rosemaling see page 6

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Work & Computer Essentials

Introduction to Computers

Meet Jonathan Freed For the past four years, Jonathan Freed has offered hands-on, interactive social media workshops for Edina Community Education participants.

His courses focus on skills development, enhanced knowledge of various social media applications, and a clear understanding of how to protect privacy and maintain security.

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Jonathan is an avid supporter of community education, and truly values his participation in the field of lifelong learning.

The evolution of social media has come upon us with accelerated speed—and the impact of a meteor. Edina Community Education helps us all participate in rewarding ways.

—Jonathan Freed

Our Technology Learning Lab Edina Community Education and Edina Public Schools have teamed up to bring a state-of-the-art learning lab to the community. Our new computer lab, located on the third floor of the Edina Community Center, features iMac computers with both Mac and PC platforms and all current software. All of our community education technology classes are taught in this classroom.

 Don’t be left behind! This hands-on class will help you get started with what you need to get going or to jump a level. Learn to use the mouse properly, how to access programs, how to build folders and how to save your documents. You’ll learn how to connect to the Internet and how to find some of the free applications available online. There will be a general questions period to discuss viruses and buying a computer. You’ll leave class with a better understanding of how to get around on a computer. No computer experience necessary. Michael Denardo 8510-S10 1 Session - $59 Wednesday, May 1 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Basics of Internet Surfing and Email  Travel the world from above and even see your own front door. We’ll navigate all over the globe, discuss online shopping, learn how to avoid viruses and update your computer with the latest patches. Basic email options will be discussed. Michael Denardo 8503-S03 1 Session - $59 Wednesday, May 22 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Organize Your Files  Have a problem finding where you saved those photos, documents, music and videos?

This class will help you organize your files into easy-to-find folders. You may bring your own laptop, but it is not required. Michael Denardo 8544-S04 1 Session - $29; $49/pair Thursday, Apr 11 9:00 - 10:30 am Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Windows 7 Basics  Understand, make better use and broaden your understanding of Windows 7. Learn all the latest features offered by Microsoft in this new operating system. Create new folders for documents, make personal changes and care for your computer. Michael Denardo 8520-S02 2 Sessions - $99 Tuesdays, Apr 23 & Apr 30 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

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iPad In Hand  Tablet computers (including iPads, iPad minis and Galaxies) now outsell desktop computers. This three-hour workshop focuses solely on the Apple iPad and iPad mini. With new retina displays, these handy tablets are turning mobile computing on its ear. This hands-on training will certainly take you and your iPad to a much higher level of mutual understanding. You bring the iPad, and we supply the Wi-Fi (if you need it).

Jonathan Freed 8531-S01 1 Session - $59 Tuesday, May 14 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Learn Dictation: “Look ma, no hands!”  Learn how to use dictation with your computer, tablet computer or smartphone and eliminate much of the typing you’re currently required to do. Help reduce the effects of carpal tunnel and other repetitive disorders, simply by learning how to dictate.

This description was dictated, with minimal editing. Note: required is a laptop, tablet computer or smartphone that has a working dictation application. Call your retailer or “help desk” friends to find out if it does. Google works, too. Learn to dictate and break the chains of typing! Jonathan Freed 8551-S05 1 Session - $49 Tuesday, Apr 23 6:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Cloud Computing with Google Drive  Simply put, you are using the “cloud”, even if you don’t know it. Whenever you use the internet to listen to music, book a flight, purchase a pair of shoes, read an article, check your bank balance, order a pizza (you get the picture), you are using the cloud. This course examines Google Drive and other cloud computing applications that provide you access to a a myriad of valuable resources, and they are for the most part FREE! The course is designed for those with existing computer experience and skills. Jonathan Freed 8542-S05 1 Session - $59 Thursday, May 9 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

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Mastering your iPhone  Explore the fantastic features of your iPhone! Jonathan Freed will lead you through an exciting two-hour, hands-on workshop that will examine and explain the many features of your new smartphone, including email, photography, shooting video, text and video messaging, your personal concierge Siri, web browsing, music, video, calendar and more. It’s definitely not your standard cell phone! Bring your iPhone to class. Jonathan Freed 8531-S03 1 Session - $49 Friday, May 17 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Social Media

Social Media for Seniors  Kids and their grandparents are linking up in social media, sharing photos and staying in touch. This workshop provides an overview of social media, with a close look at Facebook and special emphasis on security and smart social media use. Basic computer experience a plus.

Jonathan Freed 8516-S06 1 Session - $49; $89/pair Friday, Apr 26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Exploring Social Media see page 9

Social Media. Software Productivity.

[ I thought I knew my way around my new iPad, but this class really opened my eyes to the true potential of the device. I am amazed! ] —–2013 iPad Class Participant

Focus on Facebook  Let’s start an online conversation! Join us for this hands-on workshop, exploring the many benefits and powerful tools of social media. You’ll get an overview of social media, with a closer look at Facebook, focusing on security and privacy. Basic computer skills and experience a plus. You’ll be talking and sharing with friends, family and customers online.

Jonathan Freed 8562-S05 1 Session - $59 Friday, Apr 19 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8562-S07 1 Session - $59 Wednesday, May 22 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

How to Really Use LinkedIn  Find a job! Hire the right Employee!

Take a close look at LinkedIn, the ultimate professional networking and job search tool.

This workshop includes a focus on creating a winning profile, strategies for increasing your network, and a look at the many great tools LinkedIn has to offer. Basic computer skills and experience a plus. Jonathan Freed 8550-S05 1 Session - $59 Thursday, Apr 18 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8550-S07 1 Session - $59 Thursday, May 30 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Social Media Certification

Social Media Certificate Course  Today’s job market requires new skill sets we would never have considered a few years ago. Companies are now looking for employees who are literate in social media.

The Social Media Certification Course provides you the understanding and skills required to effectively use social media applications.

In these workshops, we will focus on social media in the workplace. The New Marketing Frontier - Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. Blogging. Cloud computing with Google, and VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) - video-based communications on your computer or smartphone. Bring your own laptop or tablet, or use our new iMac computers. Add this certificate to your resume upon completion of this course. Jonathan Freed 8500-S05 4 Sessions - $189 Wednesdays, Apr 17 - May 8 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Learning and Technology Open House see back cover

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Work & [ I came away from the class with more tools to be effective in my job.

I will return! ] 2013 Excel Class Participant

Create

Create Your Web Page with HTML & CSS  Create a website with multiple pages using a free text editor. Learn to add and edit content using HTML (Hypertext Markup Language), the simple language of web pages, and add colors, fonts, style and flair using CSS (Cascading Style Sheets). Add a navigation bar, links to other pages, and insert and size images. Bring a thumb drive if you would like to take the files with you. Sharon Walbran 8525-S05 2 Sessions - $109 Tuesdays, Apr 30 & May 7 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Photoshop Elements  Become your own photo editor! Photoshop Elements is an easy-to-use program consisting of photo cropping, resizing, correcting colors and adding different artistic effects to your photos. Create photo galleries and slideshows.

Sharon Walbran

Software Productivity

Introduction to InDesign

Excel - Basics

 In this Adobe InDesign CS4 class, you’ll get hands-on training in desktop publishing and come away knowing how to use this popular page layout software to design and create professional quality letterhead, newsletters, business cards, brochures, PDF files that play movies, and more. You’ll discover that you don’t need to be a designer or an artist to produce professional quality documents!

Certificate of Completion issued upon successful completion of course exam.

Donna Baker

 Learn Excel basics, including spreadsheet terminology, entering and editing data, modifying a worksheet, using absolute references, copying formulas, using functions such as AutoSum, Average, Min and Max, formatting worksheets, text, rows, columns and number, printing worksheets, creating and printing charts and using Web features and associate feature changes in Excel’s multiple versions. Rich Lindell

Ed2Go.com/edina 6 weeks - $95 April 17- May 29 24/7 access At Home or in Your Favorite Coffee Shop View a demo class, take a sample quiz, register, or explore more highly-interactive online learning options at ed2go.com/edina.

8522-S04 1 Session - $59 Tuesday, Apr 16 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8522-S06 1 Session - $59 Tuesday, May 7 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

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8511-S04 1 Session - $59 Thursday, Apr 4 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8511-S05 1 Session - $59 Friday, Apr 19 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8511-S06 1 Session - $59 Monday, Apr 22 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8511-S08 1 Session - $59 Friday, May 17 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8511-S09 1 Session - $59 Wednesday, Jun 5 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Productivityy Excel - Advanced

Microsoft Office 2010 Certification

 Build on the skills you learned in the Excel basics class. Expand your knowledge of formulas and functions. Set up spreadsheets; create and modify column charts and pie charts. Create an address book database to create mailing labels in MS Word. Learn how to use the Auto Filter function to display only the data you want ,and more! Rich Lindell 8512-S05 1 Session - $59 Friday, May 3 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8512-S06 1 Session - $59 Thursday, May 23 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8512-S07 1 Session - $59 Tuesday, Jun 4 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Quickbooks  Easily manage your household and small business finances while keeping track of billings, sales and expenses. Sharon Walbran 8524-S04 1 Session - $59 Monday, Apr 29 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8524-S07 1 Session - $59 Monday, May 20 1:00 - 4:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Microsoft Office 2010 Certification

Microsoft Office 2010 Certificate

Microsoft Office 2010 Certificate Part 2

 This course covers four different Microsoft Office software programs and is designed to give you important job skills necessary in today’s work world. Word – working with text, formatting, setting up margins, changing default font, using bullets and numbering creating business letters and reports.

Excel – creating spreadsheets from scratch, adding formatting, using basic formulas and functions, creating a data list. PowerPoint – creating slide shows, using design schemes, using bulleted lists, adding images, creating organization charts and graphs, adding transitions to the slide show. Outlook – in addition to using email, learning to use the calendar, the task list, and managing contacts. Earn a certificate you can add to your resume. Course requirement: experience with Windows or Mac computers and solid keyboarding skills. Our tech lab features new iMac computers; bring your own laptop if you prefer. Bring a bag lunch and beverage.

Sharon Walbran

 This course builds on the skills learned in Part 1 and covers more advanced job-ready skills. Word – using mail merge, creating mailing labels, setting up newspaper columns, working with graphics, using special tools to work with large documents and reports. Excel – creating multi-sheet spreadsheets, creating summary sheets, using advanced formulas and functions, creating charts and graphs, sorting and filtering databases. PowerPoint – adding animation, sound and video to slide shows, adding background images, creating custom slide shows, customizing design schemes. Earn a certificate you can add to your resume. Requirement: completion of Microsoft Office Certificate Course Part 1 or equivalent experience. Our tech lab features new iMac computers; bring your own laptop if you prefer. Bring a bag lunch and beverage.

Sharon Walbran 8529-S06 2 Sessions - $159 Tue/Thur, May 28 & May 30 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

8528-S07 2 Sessions - $159 Tue/Thur, Apr 16 & Apr 18 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C 8528-S09 2 Sessions - $159 Mon/Wed, May 13 & May 15 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348C

Enhancing Smiles...

Building Confindence...

Changing Lives Located at 50th & France

Complimentary, Cosmetic, Resorative & Implant Consultation

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Lifeskills Your Money:

The Black-Belt Tight-Wad Course  Are you constantly strapped for cash? Do you live paycheck to paycheck? This class will teach you life-changing techniques that, when practiced, will help you build a nice savings account and learn to pay off debt.

You will easily recoup the cost of this seminar by making just one of the many lifestyle spending changes you will learn.

Donna Nowicki 9226-S06 1 Session - $39; $69/pair Wednesday, May 1 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

Planning Your Wedding  Get your wedding on track! We’ll help you create a detailed schedule of what needs to be done when. We’ll help you budget your money and your time. Lots of information will be shared on the wedding and reception decisions, from sit down dinner or heavy appetizers to music, unique floral arrangements, blending of family situations, etc. Favorite websites will be shared.

Betty McNeill 9123-S03 1 Session - $24; $39/pair Saturday, Apr 20 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 313

Make It Great!

Your Life After 50  Let’s face it, now that you’re fifty and beyond, some things have changed. The children are grown and possibly gone, your career might feel stale, some of your relationships might need re-energerizing, and you may be asking yourself, “Who am I?” Sound familiar? Join us to discover how this time can be the best time of your life. Explore stategies to create balance, capitalize on your life’s experience, refresh your confidence and inspire your happiness. Sharon Merges 9215-S01 2 Sessions - $44 Thursdays, May 16 & May 23 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 348A

People Skills

Basic Negotiation: How to Turn “NO” into “YES”  How do you turn “no” into “yes”? If you want your fair share, you’ll have to negotiate for it. Whether it’s time to talk to your boss at your annual review or your teenager about getting the car keys, you’ll like learning the simple tactics associated with good negotiations. A hands-on learning approach makes this course real-world and more fun.

JohnSpeltz 9049-S09 2 Sessions - $39 Thursdays, Apr 18 & Apr 25 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 100

Fundamentals of Supervision and Management  This course will help you master the basics of business by learning the language of management. You will learn how to make a successful transition from employee to manager and you’ll learn how to manage your time to meet the constant demands of a managerial job. You will learn the skills required to delegate responsibility and motivate your employees. Finally, you will learn how to solve problems and resolve conflicts so you can accomplish your job more effectively. Patricia Addesso Ed2Go.com/edina 6 weeks - $95 April 17- May 29 24/7 access At Home or in Your Favorite Coffee Shop View a demo class, take a sample quiz, register, or explore more highly-interactive online learning options at ed2go.com/edina.

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Prepare Your Own Will  We will provide you with all the forms, instructions, witnesses and notaries necessary to allow most everyone to prepare and walk away with his/her own simple will. Also, the process of making out your will and what is involved will be described. Michael Milo is a practicing attorney with experience in drafting wills. The cost of forms is included.

Michael Milo 9106-S06 1 Session - $39; $59 /pair Thursday, Apr 18 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 313

The Caregiver Survival Kit  We’ll teach caregivers ways to save time, money and frustration. Discussion will include an overview of the different types of senior living facilities, discussion on VA benefits and medical assistance, effective tips on options to clear out your parents’ home, and suggestions for selling the home and what will bring you top dollar. You’ll receive a valuable handout with several types of resources for caregivers.

Anne Saatela 9138-S08 1 Session - FREE Tuesday, May 7 7:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 100

Long-Term Care Insurance Who Needs it?  Familiarize yourself with Minnesota laws for individuals needing long-term care and what Medicare will and will not cover. Today, it’s not uncommon for people to live active lives more than 20 years into retirement. But economic and social realities mean that adult children often feel squeezed between raising children and looking after older parents.

The possibility of needing long-term care services—home care, assisted living or skilled nursing care—is real and expensive. Tiffany Awsumb 9037-S07 1 Session - FREE Thursday, Apr 25 7:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

Wedding Dance Workshop see page 25

Plan.

Prepare.

Be Proactive.

Driving Safety

AARP Driver Safety 8 Hour Introductory Course  The state of Minnesota offers a 10% insurance discount to adults 55 and older completing this 8-hour course. It takes place in a classroom setting using a workbook. You will learn tips to keep you driving longer safely, and how to cope with changes that occur as you grow older. AARP members receive a $2.00 discount; bring your driver’s license and AARP card to class. Certified Instructor 9228-S13 2 Sessions - $20;

$18/AARP member Tue/Thur, Apr 9 & Apr 11 5:30 - 9:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165 9228-S14 2 Sessions - $20;

$18/AARP member Mon/Wed, May 6 & May 8 5:30 - 9:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165 9228-S15 2 Sessions - $20;

$18/AARP member Tue/Thur, Jun 4 & Jun 6 5:30 - 9:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

AARP Driver Safety 4 Hour Refresher Course  Within three years of taking the 8-hour driver safety class, this 4-hour refresher course must be taken to maintain the 10% insurance discount offered by the state of Minnesota.

Instruction is given in a classroom setting, with a strong emphasis on tips to keep you out of a crash. Coffee provided. AARP members receive a $2 discount on the tuition; bring your AARP card and driver’s license to class.

Certified Instructor

American Red Cross

Red Cross CPR Adult, Child, Infant and AED  This course will help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac and breathing emergencies. Students will learn skills they will need to know to give immediate care to a person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. Lavinia Pottios 5213-S03 1 Session - $59 Thursday, May 2 5:30 - 9:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

Red Cross First Aid  This course will help participants recognize and respond appropriately to first aid emergencies. Students will learn skills they will need to know to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. Examples of situations that are covered include burns, severe bleeding, hot and cold related emergencies, diabetic issues, seizures, and strokes. (Breathing emergencies are not covered – see CPR class.) Lavinia Pottios 5214-S04 1 Session - $59 Thursday, Apr 18 5:30 - 9:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

9224-S15 1 Session - $18;

$16/AARP member Wednesday, Apr 10 5:30 - 9:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165 9224-S16 1 Session - $18;

$16/AARP member Friday, Apr 26 1:00 - 5:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165 9224-S17 1 Session - $18;

$16/AARP member Friday, May 10 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165 9224-S18 1 Session - $18;

$16/AARP member Tuesday, May 14 5:30 - 9:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165 9224-S19 1 Session - $18;

$16/AARP member Wednesday, Jun 5 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

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Basic Spanish for Travel Buen Viaje

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 Enhance your travel experience to a Spanish-speaking country by learning how to speak a little bit of Spanish! From “please” and “thank-you” to “good morning” and “good night,” you’ll have what you need to be polite and win a smile for trying. Carmen Freire

Meet Sheri Langfield

8022-S02 6 Sessions - $79 Mondays, Apr 15 - May 20 6:00 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

Sheri Langfield holds a degree in Spanish from the College of St. Benedict. She currently lives in Edina, but for many years she studied, lived and worked in Mexico. For the past 7 years, she has worked as a Hispanic community interpreter.

I love everything about the Spanish language and culture,” she says.

“It has given me such a passionate and colorful life, and I am eager to share my knowledge and enthusiasm with my students!

—Sheri Langfield

Languages - French

French I  Parlez-vous francais? This is a great class if you don’t speak French and want to learn the secrets of surviving in a French-speaking country. Whether for business or pleasure, come and learn the basics of the French language. Optional text: “Eyewitness Travel French Visual Phrase Book and CD.” Jo Ann Bounk

Spanish 1

Languages - Italian

Italian for Opera Lovers  Opera is experiencing a revival. We’ll explore some of the most popular arias of the most famous Italian operas, together with their lyrics. We will listen while following the Italian lyrics and their English translation. We’ll investigate a compendium of Italian terms describing the techniques and refinements that propelled opera into an enduring position among the arts. Italian terms will be explained in English.

Cinzia Gallia Schlicksup 8010-S02 2 Sessions - $29; $49 /pair Tuesdays, Apr 23 & Apr 30 6:00 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 100

Easy Italian For Travelers

8021-S09 8 Sessions - $99 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 29 6:00 - 7:30 pm Valley View Middle School - Room 207

 Learn some simple elements of the Italian language. These easy sentences and expressions will make a trip to Italy more fun and interactive. Practice counting in Italian, ask for directions, order food, tell the time, buy bus tickets and souvenirs and pay in the local currency. Text: “Italian in 10 Minutes A Day” by Bilingual Books. Cinzia Gallia Schlicksup

French II

8009-S06 6 Sessions - $79; $149 /pair Mondays, Apr 15 - May 20 6:00 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 100

 Continue your study of French language and customs with this course, designed for both advanced beginning and intermediate students. Text: “30 Days to Great French” by Jenny Barriol. Jo Ann Bounk

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8022-S03 8 Sessions - $99 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 29 7:30 - 9:00 pm Valley View Middle School - Room 207

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 This class is designed for beginners who wish to learn basic pronunciation and basic expressions for simple dialogue for business or travel. We will work from the book Spanish Now, Level 1 (Barron’s). Sheri Langfield 8001-S13 9 Sessions - $134 Tuesdays, Apr 16 - Jun 11 10:35 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

Spanish 2 ¿Quieres hablar más español? Do you want to become more comfortable with your Spanish language skills by refining pronunciation and interacting with other people? Learn how to order in a Spanish-speaking restaurant. We will work from the book Spanish Now, Level 1 (Barron’s). Sheri Langfield 8002-S07 9 Sessions - $134 Tuesdays, Apr 16 - Jun 11 9:00 - 10:35 am Edina Community Center - Room 329

Spanish 3 ¿Quieres conversar en español? Discover how to use more verbs in simple dialogues.

Work on simple questions and answers, so you can have a simple conversation - even a phone conversation. We will work from the book Spanish Now, Level 1 (Barron’s). Sheri Langfield 8003-S16 9 Sessions - $134 Thursdays, Apr 18 - Jun 13 1:35 - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

Spanish 3 Continuation  This is a continuing Spanish 3 class for students interested in advanced grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and culture appreciation. We will work from the book Spanish Now, Level 1 (Barron’s). Sheri Langfield 8003-S17 9 Sessions - $134 Tuesdays, Apr 16 - Jun 11 12:05 - 1:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

Global Spanish 4  Take the opportunity to practice Spanish with others who have completed level 3+ and expand your vocabulary. Add new verbs and tenses to your conversations. We will work from the book Spanish Now, Level 2 (Barron’s).

Sheri Langfield 8004-S12 9 Sessions - $134 Thursdays, Apr 18 - Jun 13 12:05 - 1:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

Spanish 5  IV o para personas que saben lo básico del español. Continuamos con la gramática y practicamos diálogos sencillos. También escribimos ensayos sencillos. We will work from the book Spanish Now, Level 2 (Barron’s).

Sheri Langfield 8005-S15 9 Sessions - $134 Thursdays, Apr 18 - Jun 13 9:00 - 10:35 am Edina Community Center - Room 329

Spanish 6  Esta clase se enseña casi completamente en español. Se aprenden los verbos en el pasado y se estudian otros aspectos de la gramática en español. También leemos y escribimos ensayos cortos. y discutimos algunos temas de interés general. We will work from the book Spanish Now, Level 2 (Barron’s). Sheri Langfield 8006-S09 9 Sessions - $134 Thursdays, Apr 18 - Jun 13 10:35 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

Spanish Club  An advanced Spanish speaking “club”, for students who have completed Spanish 5 and beyond. Sheri Langfield 8007-S09 9 Sessions - $134 Tuesdays, Apr 16 - Jun 11 1:35 - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

Adventures to Europe Trips Armchair Travel

North Shore Natural History  Introduce yourself to all the variety of North Shore nature. We’ll discuss the background geology (volcanoes and glaciers), how the forest changes, phenomena of the day-time and night-time sky, as well as the most commonly-encountered wildflowers, birds, berries, mammals, butterflies, mosses, and fungi. Want to experience it all for yourself?

An optional group trip connected to the class will be offered May 9- May 12; see details online. Jeannie Hanson 9055-S07 1 Session - $19; $36/pair Thursday, Apr 18 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Italy: Off the Beaten Path  There are lots of reasons for heading off the beaten path, and Italy is a great country to do it in. With its quaint villages, artfilled galleries, excellent restaurants and breathtaking natural scenery, you will love it! This course, presented by a well-traveled native Italian, will offer you suggestions and ideas to plan your next trip to Italy to less-known locations very rich in history, art, tradition, beauty and good food. Ciao!

Cinzia Gallia Schlicksup 9056-S09 1 Session - $12; $20/pair Tuesday, Apr 16 6:30 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Edina Community Education partners with Adventures to Europe to offer these global adventures. Detailed itineraries and further information available at www. adventurestoeurope.com.

Italy: Tuscany and Beyond September 10-17, 2013  From Renaissance Florence and medieval Siena and San Gimignano, to the coziness of a Chianti vineyard, the eternal charm of Venice, and cliff-hugging fishing villages of Cinque Terre - you will experience the best Italy has to offer! $1,699 per person/double occupancy. Air fare additional. Singles, couples and families welcome.

Paris-Loire Valley Normandy-Giverny June 11 - 18, 2013  Experience the very best of Paris along with the Loire Valley’s exquisite chateaux, Brittany’s half-timbered villages, Normandy’s magical Mt. St. Michel, stirring D-Day beaches and Monet’s dreamy gardens in Giverny. This traditional tour will please all ages. $1,699 per person/double occupancy. Air fare additional.

Singles, couples and families welcome.

Prague and Budapest September 17-24, 2013  Beginning in Prague, you’ll spend eight magical days in two of Europe’s historic capitals with Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture, a tumultuous past, and earthy cuisine. This is an unforgettable get-away!. $1,699 per person/double occupancy. Air fare additional. Singles, couples and families welcome.

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Fitness Aerobic Fitness  Come join the fun, meet new friends and get in shape at the same time! We start out with a warm up, stretch and go into aerobics with fun music, then we add resistance bands and weights and move down to the floor and work on our core, strength and conditioning.

Bring a mat and supportive shoes.

5001-S04 9 Sessions - $54 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 5:30 - 6:30 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Christine Bue 5001-S05 9 Sessions - $46 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - Jun 5 8:00 - 8:50 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Katherine McGraw 5001-S06 9 Sessions - $54 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 5:30 - 6:30 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Christine Bue

Aerobics

Aerobic Conditioning  Shuffle, hustle, dip and jab your way into the work week with a Monday morning cardio class. We will get your heart pumping and your body moving. It is a great group of people and a great way to start your day! Weight work and relaxation segments complete this class. Catherine Earley 5002-S05 6 Sessions - $34 Mondays, Apr 8 - May 13 8:00 - 8:50 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5002-SS06 10 Sessions - $59 Mondays, Jun 3 - Aug 12 8:00 - 8:50 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 01

Cardio Core Fusion  A simple choreographed cardio segment interspersed and followed by a unique series of exercises focused on the core (abdominals and back). Your body and brain will be stimulated and your alignment, posture and balance will improve. Katherine McGraw 5023-S03 9 Sessions - $66 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 9:45 - 10:45 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5023-SS04 10 Sessions - $74 Thursdays, Jun 13 - Aug 22 9:45 - 10:45 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 04

5001-S07 7 Sessions - $42 Fridays, Apr 12 - Jun 7 8:00 - 9:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Apr 19 & May 24 Christine Bue 5001-SS05 10 Sessions - $59 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 27 5:30 - 6:30 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 02 & Jul 23 Christine Bue 5001-SS06 9 Sessions - $54 Fridays, Jun 14 - Aug 23 8:00 - 9:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 05 & Jul 26 Christine Bue

Fit 4 Momma: Get Your Body Back  Mommas can be hot! Exercise is not only great for calorie burning and making your body stronger (outside and in), it is a great stress reliever and energy booster. This class is a great way to help moms figure out how to find the time, choose the right exercises and achieve their goals. Get your body back by doing a mix of cardio, strength, flexibility, balance and core work. You can do it!

Kristin Turner 5066-S06 8 Sessions - $59 Mondays, Apr 8 - Jun 3 5:00 - 5:45 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class May 27

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Strength

Body Shape  Body Shape means Body Strong! Build muscle and increase your metabolism while having a great time. We move quickly, so there is a cardiovascular benefit here, too. Join us and get strong. Catherine Earley 5003-S05 8 Sessions - $55 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 9:00 - 10:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class May 21 5003-S06 9 Sessions - $62 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 9:00 - 10:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 5003-SS03 11 Sessions - $76 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 20 9:00 - 10:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 5003-SS04 10 Sessions - $69 Thursdays, Jun 13 - Aug 22 9:00 - 10:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jul 04

Body Shape 55+  This class focuses on strength and flexibility and is an important part of a healthy exercise program. We work with weights, resistance bands, stability balls and our own body weight to keep strong and balanced. Catherine Earley 5061-S05 7 Sessions - $48 Mondays, Apr 8 - Jun 3 12:00 - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class May 20 & May 27 5061-S06 9 Sessions - $62 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - Jun 5 12:00 - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5061-S07 8 Sessions - $55 Fridays, Apr 12 - May 31 12:00 - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5061-SS05 11 Sessions - $76 Mondays, Jun 10 - Aug 19 12:00 - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5061-SS06 10 Sessions - $69 Wednesdays, Jun 12 - Aug 21 12:00 - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 03 5061-SS07 10 Sessions - $69 Fridays, Jun 14 - Aug 23 12:00 - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 05

Aerobics. Strength Training. Zumba.

Zumba Gold Low-Cost and Convenient

WOW - Women on Weights  Looking for a low-cost, convenient location for your workout? Women on Weights offers stateof-the-art circuit training weight equipment for both beginners and pros to build muscle tone and bone mass. Instructor Carol Fredrickson, certified fitness trainer will teach proper use of the equipment, safety, and instruction on how to determine resistance settings. Pump it up!

Carol Fredrickson 5014-S04 2 Sessions - $19 5014-S05 2 Sessions - $19 Thursdays, Apr 11 & Apr 18 10:00 - 11:00 am Tuesdays, May 7 & May 14 10:00 - 11:00 am Edina Community Center - Room 316 Edina Community Center - Room 316

After completing this introductory session or approval from the instructor, Women on Weights offers an inexpensive 12-month membership. Call 952 848 3952 for details.

12 Month Membership

 Learn proper techniques, progression of speed, and general all-around muscle strength through circuit training with resistance machines and free weights. Paul Miller 5097-S07 8 Sessions - $39 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - May 28 9:00 - 10:30 am Edina Community Center - Weight Room 5097-S08 8 Sessions - $39 Thursdays, Apr 11 - May 30 9:00 - 10:30 am Edina Community Center - Weight Room 5097-SS05 9 Sessions - $45 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 13 9:00 am - 10:30 pm South View Middle School - Weight Room No Class Jul 02 5097-SS06 9 Sessions - $45 Thursdays, Jun 13 - Aug 15 9:00 - 10:30 am South View Middle School - Weight Room No Class Jul 04

5019-S04 8 Sessions - $74 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - May 28 8:45 - 9:45 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5019-S05 9 Sessions - $79 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 7:40 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5019-SS05 11 Sessions - $99 Tuesdays, Jun 4 - Aug 20 8:45 - 9:45 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 23

Adult (18-61): $32/month for a 12-month membership Senior (62+): $29/month for a 12-month membership Discounts of up to $20/month may apply, ask your insurance provider

Weights and Circuit Training

 Zumba Gold modifies the moves and pacing to suit your needs! Inspired by Latin dance music and international rhythms, Zumba uses a variety of styles in its routines, including Cumbia, Merengue, salsa, reggaeton, mambo, rumba, cha-cha and hip hop. Music selections include both fast and slow rhythms to help tone and sculpt the body. Ditch the workout, join the party! Katherine McGraw

5018-SS07 11 Sessions - $99 Mondays, Jun 3 - Aug 19 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 22 Katherine McGraw

Zumba  Zumba combines dance and fitness moves. Inspired by Latin dance music and international rhythms, it uses a variety of styles including Cumbia, Merengue, salsa, reggaeton, mambo, rumba, cha-cha and hip hop. Music includes both fast and slow rhythms to help tone and sculpt the body.

Ditch the workout, join the party!

5018-S09 8 Sessions - $79 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 29 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Mary Ann Dobesh

5018-S07 9 Sessions - $79 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - Jun 5 7:10 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Vanessa Dembo 5018-SS08 10 Sessions - $89 Wednesdays, Jun 12 - Aug 21 7:10 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 03 Vanessa Dembo 5018-S05 7 Sessions - $69 Mondays, Apr 8 - May 20 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Katherine McGraw

5018-S10 7 Sessions - $69 Saturdays, Apr 13 - Jun 1 10:00 - 11:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class May 25 Dobesh/McGraw 5018-SS12 6 Sessions - $59 Wednesdays, Jun 19 - Aug 14 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 03, Jul 17 & Jul 24

Mary Ann Dobesh 5018-SS01 9 Sessions - $89 Saturdays, Jun 15 - Aug 17 10:00 - 11:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 06 Dobesh/McGraw

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Fitness High Intensity

Interval Insanity!  Interval Training is an efficient and fun way to burn calories and build muscles! We work hard, rest a bit, work hard again during this hour of insanity… I mean fun! Join this great group and start your morning right.

Catherine Earley 5007-S07 8 Sessions - $55 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 8:00 - 9:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class May 21 5007-S08 9 Sessions - $62 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 8:00 - 9:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 5007-SS05 11 Sessions - $76 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 20 8:00 - 9:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 5007-SS06 10 Sessions - $69 Thursdays, Jun 13 - Aug 22 8:00 - 9:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jul 04

Tabata High Intensity Interval Training  What is Tabata? It is high intensity interval training that provides the optimum workout to quickly and effectively improve cardiovascular fitness. Class will consist of two 15-minute interval sessions involving cardio and resistance training for quick, intense, effective workout. Want to get fit quick? Come check this out. Anne Hussian 5013-SS03 7 Sessions - $69 Mondays, Jun 3 - Jul 15 5:30 - 6:30 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335

Cardio Strength and Core  Do you want it all in one high-energy workout? This class will start with heart-ratedriving cardio exercises, kickbox, intervals, and drills, combined with 20-30 minutes of weight lifting and muscle work that will take your fitness to the next level. Anne Hussian 5011-S11 7 Sessions - $57 Mondays, Apr 8 - May 20 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335

Aerobics. Strength Training.

Introduction to Kettlebells  Try Kettlebells! A kettlebell is a traditional Russian cast iron weight that looks like a cannonball with a handle on it. It is a unique fitness tool for achieving all around fitness.

If you enjoy this introductory class, you will want to sign up for the Monday night class.

Kathy Brazil 5025-S05 1 Session - $15 Monday, Apr 8 7:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Cafeteria

Intermediate/Advanced Kettlebells  Build upon your kettlebell skills and take your fitness to the next level! Classes will focus on challenging cardiovascular conditioning, new skill acquisition, bodyweight exercises and variety to target all muscle groups for a total body workout! You must bring your own kettlebell. Kathy Brazil 5026-S06 7 Sessions - $99 Mondays, Apr 8 - May 20 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center - Cafeteria, Outdoors as weather permits

Low Impact

Men and Women’s Low Impact  A total body workout designed to accommodate all fitness levels. Each instructor brings their own unique style to create a fun fitness class that includes low impact aerobics, weight training, core conditioning, stretching and a relaxing cool down.

5005-S05 9 Sessions - $63 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 6:35 - 7:35 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Julie Appel 5005-S06 6 Sessions - $39 Saturdays, Apr 13 - May 18 9:00 - 9:55 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Mary Ann Dobesh and Katherine McGraw 5005-SS09 10 Sessions - $69 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 20 6:35 - 7:35 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 02 Julie Appel 5005-SS01 9 Sessions - $63 Saturdays, June 15 - Aug 17 9:00 - 9:55 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Mary Ann Dobesh and Katherine McGraw

Strength & Vitality for Men & Women  Designed with aging baby boomers in mind, this class will help you boost your energy level.

Low impact aerobics, muscle strengthening, and flexibility with modifications offered to include many ages and fitness levels. Dress to work out and join this friendly, non-competitive group as we exercise our way toward better fitness and more vitality. Lynn Wallin 5037-S07 8 Sessions - $47 Thursdays, Apr 11 - May 30 6:35 - 7:35 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5037-SS09 10 Sessions - $59 Thursdays, Jun 6 - Aug 22 6:35 - 7:35 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 04 & Jul 11

Senior Sit Fit  Strengthen your muscles and loosen your joints. We walk around the room to warm up, followed by seated stretching and muscle strengthening with hand weights (provided). We stand to work leg muscles and improve balance and reflexes, use exercise balls for core muscles and flexibility, and breath work to improve circulation, mental focus and agility. You will leave class feeling energized and gratified. Dress comfortably. Laurel Jung 5046-S05 9 Sessions - $72 Mondays, Apr 8 - Jun 3 10:30 - 11:30 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room 5046-S06 9 Sessions - $72 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 10:30 - 11:30 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room

S.H.A.R.P. Fitness  S.H.A.R.P. Fitness stands for social, healthy, active, retired people. This fun-filled, entertaining class accommodates a wide range of fitness levels, with walking warm up, easy aerobic activity, and seated exercises and stretches. Julie Appel 5027-S07 7 Sessions - $53 Mondays, Apr 8 - May 20 9:00 - 10:00 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room 5027-S08 8 Sessions - $59 Thursdays, Apr 11 - May 30 8:00 - 9:00 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room 5027-SS09 11 Sessions - $79 Mondays, Jun 3 - Aug 19 9:00 - 10:00 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Jul 01 5027-SS10 11 Sessions - $79 Thursdays, Jun 6 - Aug 22 8:00 - 9:00 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Jul 04

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Dance Flamenco Dance from the Ground Up  Keep your brain fit by studying this passionate and poly-rhythmic dance form originated by the Spanish gypsies and danced by men and women of all ages. Learn handclapping patterns, basic footwork and armwork, basic turns and rhythmic marking steps, and most importantly, how to laugh at yourself! Kris De Sacramento 5310-S10 6 Sessions - $89 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - May 14 7:40 - 8:40 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 318

Ballroom Dance-Ladies Only: Tips & Techniques from a Dance Champion

Dance

Belly Dancing  Hip work, footwork, arms and upper body moves will be the focus of this low-impact dance and fitness class. If you’re brand new to belly dancing or have taken classes before, this class will start with basic technique and progress to combinations by the end of the session. Emalee Morem 5315-S05 8 Sessions - $69 Wednesdays, Apr 17 - Jun 5 7:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 318

Decades of Dance  This is a unique fitness class set to various decades of music from the 40s, 50s, 70s and today. A variety of fun yet simple dance moves and styles will be incorporated into a fun and lively aerobic format. This class is all about moving and grooving to great music that will invoke memories galore! No prior dance experience or partner is necessary. Singing along to all the familiar tunes is encouraged.

Katherine McGraw 5313-S03 9 Sessions - $66 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 8:45 - 9:45 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5313-S04 10 Sessions - $74 Thursdays, Jun 13 - Aug 22 8:45 - 9:45 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 04

 This workshop is designed for all those ladies who want to dance. And yes, you can learn to dance without a partner! Learn the different rhythms and basic patterns of Swing, Foxtrot, Waltz and Rumba. Demystify “Lead & Follow” so you know what to expect and how to connect with a partner. And learn how to turn with power and balance. “Sure, (Fred Astaire) was great, but don’t forget Ginger Rogers did everything he did backwards…and in high heels.” So can you! Be prepared…you never know when you’ll be asked to dance!

Ladies…no partner needed.

Monica Mohn 5335-S05 1 Session - $20 Friday, May 3 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Meet Monica Mohn Monica Mohn has been dancing her whole life, high kicking on the dance line of her high school and college.

Her exposure to ballroom dance came one Sunday night at a big band dance at the Prom Center in St. Paul.

Enjoying the evening, she signed up for group lessons.

Little did she know…a passion for ballroom dance soon took hold! She become a competitive ballroom dancer, eventually winning 3 “USA Dance” National Ballroom Dance titles.

In 1999 she hung up her competitive dance shoes, transferring her enthusiasm for competition to a passion for teaching dance.

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Dancing’s not work. You can’t call it work. A day I don’t dance is a day I don’t live.

Party Time Line Dance  No need to just sit and watch! Step into the party with this workshop on the popular lines dances of Electric Slide, Cha Cha Slide and the Cupid Shuffle. No partner needed for an entire evening of fun. Monica Mohn 5307-S07 1 Session - $12; $20/pair Friday, Jun 7 6:30 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

Wedding Dance Workshop  Wedding coming up and want to look good on the dance floor? In just two hours, learn easy steps that will have you whirling, twirling and turning to Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba and Slow Dance! Couple only, please. Bring your music! Monica Mohn

—Monica Mohn

So You Think You Can’t Dance?  Start dancing! A little bit of Swing, a touch Foxtrot, a smattering of Waltz, a tweak of Rumba and a jazzed up “high school prom Swing & Sway” are all it takes, and you’ll be out on the dance floor with style and confidence! Couples and individuals welcome.

Bring extra shoes to wear to protect the lovely dance floor. Monica Mohn 5334-S04 2 Sessions - $24; $45/pair Fridays, Apr 12 & Apr 19 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

5304-S04 1 Session - $47 Friday, May 10 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

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Yoga g & Pilates Pilates

Core Pilates  Discover your core. Focus on basic Pilates core work including balance, posture & exercises. Class designed to master the correct movement of the body to achieve the most out of your fitness classes. Bringing a small towel mat is optional. Joan Mielke Nimerfroh 5012-S02 7 Sessions - $79 Mondays, Apr 15 - Jun 3 10:20 - 11:20 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331 No Class May 27 5012-SS04 10 Sessions - $113 Mondays, Jun 10 - Aug 19 10:20 - 11:20 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331 No Class Jul 01

Intermediate Pilates  Need a challenge for your core? Bender Balls, 2 pound weighted balls, and balance to maximize your abs. Increased flexibility and strength as well as improved posture are outcomes of a well developed strong core.

Bring a mat. Joan Mielke Nimerfroh 5020-S05 7 Sessions - $79 Mondays, Apr 15 - Jun 3 9:15 - 10:15 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331 No Class May 27 5020-SS09 10 Sessions - $113 Mondays, Jun 10 - Aug 19 9:15 - 10:15 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331 No Class Jul 01

Pilates Barre  Bring balance and strength to your body.

Standing barre with resistance tubing and weights is a great addition and challenge to Pilates mat. This class is a must-try! I toffers a small group and an economic way to explore reformer work. Joan Mielke Nimerfroh 5077-S05 8 Sessions - $89 Tuesdays, Apr 16 - Jun 4 9:30 - 10:40 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331 5077-SS05 10 Sessions - $113 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 20 10:15 - 11:15 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331 No Class Jul 02

Pilates Mat Fusion  Achieve a longer, leaner body with more strength and flexibility. Pilates mat fusion provides fundamentals to improve your alignment, core strength and overall tone.

Bring a mat along with an open mind and body. Mary Ann Dobesh 5043-S03 8 Sessions - $76 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 29 5:00 - 5:55 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5043-SS04 6 Sessions - $57 Wednesdays, Jun 19 - Aug 14 5:00 - 5:55 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 03, Jul 17 & Jul 24

Tai Chi

Tai Chi  These gentle, ancient movements are shown to heal body and mind and restore flexibility and balance. You move at your own pace and the class is suitable for all ages and physical conditions. Yang Ye Beginner 5041-S06 7 Sessions - $69 Mondays, Apr 8 - May 20 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 330 Intermediate 5041-S07 7 Sessions - $69 Mondays, Apr 8 - May 20 7:10 - 8:10 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 330

Tai Chi Gong

Yoga

Pilates Yoga Core  Strengthen and center your core through a fusion of yoga and pilates exercises. Weights and variety of small equipment added. Basic pilates principles applied. Bringing your own mat is optional. Joan Mielke Nimerfroh 5042-S04 7 Sessions - $69 Tuesdays, Apr 16 - May 28 4:00 - 4:50 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 5042-S05 8 Sessions - $103 Thursdays, Apr 18 - Jun 6 9:00 - 10:10 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331 5042-SS07 10 Sessions - $113 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 20 9:00 - 10:10 am Edina Community Center - Studio 318 No Class Jul 02 5042-SS08 10 Sessions - $113 Thursdays, Jun 13 - Aug 22 9:00 - 10:10 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331 No Class Jul 04

Intermediate Yoga  Stretch, tone, and strengthen in this engaging yoga class. Explore traditional yoga postures and breathing techniques that will take your yoga practice to the next level. Bring a mat. Sydney Holly 5060-S06 8 Sessions - $76 Fridays, Apr 12 - May 31 9:10 - 10:15 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301

 These gentle ancient movements heal body and mind and restore balance and flexibility.

You move at your own pace and within your own comfort zone. This class incorporates traditional Chinese medicine. Suitable for all ages and physical limitations Jean Waddington

5060-SS01 8 Sessions - $76 Fridays, Jun 14 - Aug 9 9:10 - 10:15 am Edina Community Center - Studio 301 No Class Jul 05

5040-S04 8 Sessions - $79 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 29 10:00 - 11:15 am Edina Community Center - Studio 331

 Continuous flowing movements combined with yoga postures set to creative music make this an effective workout. Class begins with warm-up exercises, then moves to standing postures, and ends with seated postures. Hand weights and bands are also used.

Joanne Gordon

5040-SS05 10 Sessions - $99 Wednesdays, Jun 5 - Aug 21 10:00 - 11:15 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jun 12 & Jul 03

Yoga Flow

5065-S05 8 Sessions - $89 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 29 1:00 - 2:15 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301 5065-S06 8 Sessions - $89 Thursdays, Apr 11 - May 30 5:15 - 6:30 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335

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Yoga. Pilates. Tai Chi. Yoga for Life

Yoga for Life - Gentle

 In-depth instruction in classic hatha yoga for beginners and experienced students.

Become stronger, more flexible, balanced, relaxed and calmer. Learn warm-up stretches and yoga poses along with breathing, relaxation, and centering practices; add more challenging options if you wish. Work at your own level and pace in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Hatha yoga is slower-paced and more relaxed than many of the other styles, while still challenging and very effective. Bring a mat. Wendy Anderson

 A gentle series of warm-up exercises and beginning yoga poses along with breathing, centering, and relaxation practices. Improve flexibility, joint mobility, strength, and balance. Get rid of aches and pains, become more relaxed, and sleep better! Sign up for one or more sessions per week. Bring a mat.

Wendy Anderson

5044-S04 7 Sessions - $84 Mondays, Apr 8 - Jun 3 9:30 - 11:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Apr 22 & May 27

5049-S04 7 Sessions - $69 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 9:00 - 10:15 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Apr 18 & Apr 25

5044-S05 8 Sessions - $96 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 5:40 - 7:10 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Apr 23

5049-S05 7 Sessions - $69 Fridays, Apr 12 - Jun 7 9:15 - 10:30 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Apr 19 & Apr 26

5044-S06 7 Sessions - $84 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - Jun 5 6:30 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Apr 17 & Apr 24

5049-S06 7 Sessions - $69 Fridays, Apr 12 - Jun 7 10:40 - 11:55 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Apr 19 & Apr 26

5044-S07 7 Sessions - $84 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Apr 18 & Apr 25

5049-SS04 9 Sessions - $89 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 13 10:15 - 11:30 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Jul 02

5044-SS08 9 Sessions - $109 Mondays, Jun 10 - Aug 12 9:30 - 11:00 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jul 01

5049-SS05 9 Sessions - $89 Thursdays, Jun 13 - Aug 15 9:00 - 10:15 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Jul 04

5044-SS09 9 Sessions - $109 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 13 5:40 - 7:10 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jul 02

5049-SS06 8 Sessions - $79 Fridays, Jun 14 - Aug 9 9:15 - 10:30 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Jul 05

5044-SS10 9 Sessions - $109 Wednesdays, Jun 12 - Aug 14 6:30 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jul 03 5044-SS11 9 Sessions - $109 Thursdays, Jun 13 - Aug 15 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jul 04

Restorative Yoga  A yoga class incorporating breathing exercises with simple postures. The class will be geared toward cancer and stroke survivors, surgery rehabilitation and chronic illness patients, and anyone needing the healing power of yoga. This is also a great class to begin your journey with yoga. You can use a mat or chair. Relax, breathe, renew.

Joanne Gordon 5066-S07 6 Sessions - $59 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - May 15 5:15 - 6:15 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 301

5049-S03 8 Sessions - $79 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 10:15 - 11:30 am Edina Senior Center - Grandview Room No Class Apr 23

Yoga for Life - Intermediate  Take your practice to the next level in this fun, more challenging class! We’ll work on a wide variety of yoga poses, and include optional advanced variations. This is traditional hatha yoga, and will include additional breathing, relaxation, and meditative practices. Work at your own pace in a supportive, non-competitive environment.

Bring a mat. Wendy Anderson 5055-S05 8 Sessions - $96 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 7:15 - 8:45 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Apr 23 5055-SS06 9 Sessions - $109 Tuesdays, Jun 11 - Aug 13 7:15 - 8:45 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jul 02

Yoga for Life Saturday Morning  A mixed level class for beginners and experienced students. Become more flexible, stronger, balanced, relaxed, and calmer. Learn warm-up stretches and yoga poses along with breathing, relaxation, and centering methods. Work at your own level and pace in a supportive, non-competitive environment.

Traditional hatha yoga is slower-paced and more relaxed than many other styles, while still challenging and very effective. Bring a mat. Wendy Anderson 5053-S04 7 Sessions - $84 Saturdays, Apr 6 - Jun 8 9:00 - 10:30 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Apr 20, Apr 27 & May 25 5053-S05 6 Sessions - $72 Saturdays, Apr 13 - Jun 8 10:35 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Apr 20, Apr 27 & May 25 5053-SS07 8 Sessions - $96 Saturdays, Jun 15 - Aug 10 9:00 - 10:30 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Jul 06

Yoga for Life Hatha Yoga and Meditation  Classic hatha yoga and meditation for beginners and continuing students. We’ll spend most of the class with warm-up stretches, yoga poses, and brief relaxation.

We’ll spend the last 10-15 minutes with specific breathing practices and a short, guided yoga meditation. This is a natural progression practicing yoga poses and breathing exercises prepares the body and helps the mind flow more easily into a meditative state. You’ll learn a step-by-step meditation process you can use on your own, and gain a practical understanding of what meditation is. Bring a mat. Wendy Anderson 5047-S07 7 Sessions - $74 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - Jun 5 10:00 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center - Studio 335 No Class Apr 17 & Apr 24

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Aquatics q Water Aerobics

Aquatics

Aqua Boot Camp

Meet Lavinia Pottios Lavinia Pottios has always loved the water. From early work as a lifeguard, she went on to become a water safety instructor, First Aid and CPR instructor, aquatics coordinator, and a training consultant for several organizations, including American Red Cross. Her current work as Arthritis Coordinator for Jones-Harrison also includes aquatic programming for those living with arthritis. A lifelong learner, Lavinia is currently pursuing advanced certification from Aquatic Therapy University.

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Lavinia spends her free time biking and exploring area trails with her 3 ½-year old golden retriever, Charlie.

I am passionate about helping each individual find the right form of exercise to improve their quality of life.

 Join us in the pool for some high-intensity training. Use the natural resistance of the water to improve your metabolism. It has been shown that participants using high intensity intervals vs. moderate intensity training have improved their metabolic resting rate.

Workouts will be in both shallow and deep water. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable in deep water. Lavinia Pottios

 Are you looking for a fun way to workout?

Try water aerobics! The buoyancy of the water helps to protect muscles and joints from injury. This class includes a warm up, strengthening and toning exercises, 20-25 minutes of aerobics and a cool down. You don’t have to be a swimmer or even get your hair wet! Kay Zuccaro 5150-S01 12 Sessions - $84 Wednesdays, Apr 10 - Jun 26 7:15 - 8:15 pm Valley View Middle School - Pool

5180-M01 4 Sessions - $28 Mondays, Jun 3 - Jun 24 7:00 - 8:00 pm Valley View Middle School - Pool

5150-S02 6 Sessions - $42 Saturdays, Apr 13 - May 18 9:00 - 10:00 am Valley View Middle School - Pool

5180-M02 8 Sessions - $56 Mondays, Jul 1 - Aug 19 7:00 - 8:00 pm South View Middle School - Pool

8106-M01 4 Sessions - $28 Wednesdays, Jul 10 - Jul 31 6:30 - 7:30 pm South View Middle School - Pool

Aqua Zumba

Deep Water Exercise

 The Zumba “pool party” has come to Edina, so get ready to have fun dancing and toning your entire body in the water! Aqua Zumba integrates Zumba music, energy, and traditional aqua fitness philosophy for a lowimpact workout. Get your feet wet and see what Aqua Zumba is all about! Aqua fitness shoes recommended. Jessamine Jensen

 Travel to the deep water to stretch, strengthen and tone your body. You must be comfortable in deep water to attend. Flotation will be provided.

5151-S01 3 Sessions - $21 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Apr 25 7:30 - 8:30 pm Valley View Middle School - Pool

5401-M02 4 Sessions - $28 Wednesdays, Jul 10 - Jul 31 7:30 - 8:30 pm South View Middle School - Pool

Kay Zuccaro

5151-S02 7 Sessions - $49 Thursdays, May 16 - Jun 27 7:30 - 8:30 pm Valley View Middle School - Pool

5170-S01 6 Sessions - $42 Mondays, Apr 8 - May 20 7:00 - 8:00 pm South View Middle School - Pool No Class May 13 Lavinia Pottios

5151-M03 8 Sessions - $56 Tue/Thu, Jul 9 - Aug 1 7:00 - 8:00 pm South View Middle School - Pool

—Lavinia Pottios

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SPRING CLASSES BEGIN THE WEEK OF APRIL 8, 2013 Sweet Feet Dance offers ADULT Tap Classes for all levels!

There are 5 Tap classes to choose from. Tap is a fantastic weight bearing form of exercise and is lots of fun!

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Join us for a unique dance class for ADULTS called Jallet. Jallet is a combination of Ballet and Jazz, focusing on strength, flexibility, coordination, as well as being a great workout. Fun and challenging routines are also incorporated into this multi level class.

Water Stretch and Tone

Senior Water Aerobics

 A beginning water exercise class with emphasis on stretching, toning, strengthening and water walking. Enjoy the gentle resistance the buoyancy of the water provides. Geared for adults with physical limitations who are able to function independently. Locker facilities available. Kay Zuccaro

 Enjoy the benefits of working out in the water! The buoyancy of the water protects muscles and joints against injury. This class consists of stretching, toning, water walking and light aerobics. Locker facilities available.

All ages are welcome. Kay Zuccaro

Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program  The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program is designed to improve mobility, flexibility, balance and endurance for those living with arthritis.

Class consists of water walking, strength toning and range-of-motion exercises. All ages and abilities are welcome. Students must be able to function independently. Kay Zuccaro

5110-S01 Mondays, Apr 8 - Jun 3 Edinborough Park - Pool No Class May 27

8 Sessions - $56 9:00 - 10:00 am

9 Sessions - $63 10:00 - 11:00 am

5110-S02 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 Edinborough Park - Pool

9 Sessions - $63 9:00 - 10:00 am

5120-M01 Mondays, Jun 17 - Jul 29 Edinborough Park - Pool

7 Sessions - $49 10:00 - 11:00 am

5110-S03 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 Edinborough Park - Pool

9 Sessions - $63 9:00 - 10:00 am

5120-M02 Thursdays, Jun 20 - Aug 1 Edinborough Park - Pool No Class Jul 04

6 Sessions - $42 10:00 - 11:00 am

5110-M01 Mondays, Jun 17 - Jul 29 Edinborough Park - Pool

7 Sessions - $49 9:00 - 10:00 am

5110-M02 Tuesdays, Jun 18 - Jul 30 Edinborough Park - Pool

7 Sessions - $49 9:00 - 10:00 am

5100-S01 8 Sessions - $48 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - May 28 6:15 - 7:15 am South View Middle School - Pool

5110-M03 Thursdays, Jun 20 - Aug 1 Edinborough Park - Pool No Class Jul 04

6 Sessions - $42 9:00 - 10:00 am

5100-S02 8 Sessions - $48 Thursdays, Apr 11 - May 30 6:15 - 7:15 am South View Middle School - Pool

5120-S01 Mondays, Apr 8 - Jun 3 Edinborough Park - Pool No Class May 27

8 Sessions - $56 10:00 - 11:00 am

5120-S02 Thursdays, Apr 11 - Jun 6 Edinborough Park - Pool

Parent-Toddler Swim  Parents and instructor work together to help children ,(12 months-4 years), become comfortable in the water as they develop a readiness to swim.

Toys and games help make this a fun and positive experience. Swim diapers required if not toilet trained. Adult required in water. Kay Zuccaro 1802-S01 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Apr 30 Edinborough Park - Pool

4 Sessions - $69 11:00 - 11:30 am

1802-S02 Tuesdays, May 7 - May 28 Edinborough Park - Pool

4 Sessions - $69 11:00 - 11:30 am

5103-S01 Tuesdays, Apr 9 - Jun 4 Edinborough Park - Pool

9 Sessions - $63 10:00 - 11:00 am

5130-M01 Tuesdays, Jun 18 - Jul 30 Edinborough Park - Pool

7 Sessions - $49 10:00 - 11:00 am

Adult Open Swim  Join us in the South View pool for a refreshing way to start your day.

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Health & Wellness Table to Ticker: Heart Health Nutrition at Home and Beyond

Health and Wellness

Holistic Healing Mind, Body & Soul

 Join us for heart-healthy dessert snacks and hear what the latest research says about eating smart for your heart. Learn the current opinion on chocolate, caffeine and wine!

Understand the foods to minimize in your diet, and those that you need to embrace for a path to good health. Presenter Susan White, RD, is Lead Registered Dietitian for the Minneapolis Heart Institute and counsels patients on medical nutrition therapy for a variety of cardiovascular conditions. Susan White, RD

 What do acupuncture, chiropractic care, homeopathy, energy work, meditation, herbs and massage have in common? They’re all holistic healing methods that help our bodies regain its own health. Come learn more about what they are, and how you can take control of your health! Christine Huff 5207-S07 1 Session - $19; $32 /pair Tuesday, Apr 30 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

6000-S06 1 Session - $6; $10/pair Monday, Apr 22 7:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 350

Self Tui Na Massage  Tui Na is an ancient Chinese technique for massaging the body. It stimulates local circulation of blood and nourishes the free flow of “Qi” of the entire body through various techniques including pressing and massaging meridian points. It is easy, safe, effective and fun to explore. Yang Ye 5231-S05 1 Session - $24 Tuesday, Apr 9 7:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 316

Just Breathe: Techniques to Increase Health and Well-Being  Scientists are beginning to understand what ancient civilizations knew long ago – that breathing in specific ways can have amazing and powerful healing benefits on mind and body. You will learn a complete course of 8 ancient breathing exercises that will: neutralize stress by reprogramming your nervous system, increase energy and vitality, increase brain function, improve immune response, decrease depression and anxiety, strengthen connection between body, mind and spirit, awaken creativity and intuition, and help strengthen your back and abs from the inside out. Janice Novak 5209-S09 1 Session - $29; $49/pair Wenesday, May 8 10:00 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center - Room 329

Gluten-Free for Beginners see page 10 Basics of Low Calorie Cooking see page 11

Nutrition Crash Course  Explore information on multiple key nutrition topics that help improve overall health, and are condensed in one fact-packed class. This class covers metabolism, sugar, fat, energy, cravings, balancing blood sugars, artificial sweeteners, vitamins, minerals and more. Leave feeling empowered with ideas, recipes and ways to significantly improve your lifestyle and eating habits. Class material is applicable to all ages, genders and lifestyles.

Cassie Bjork 6013-S11 1 Session - $29 Wednesday, Apr 17 6:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 165

Foods to Reduce Pain and Inflammation  Do you have stiff joints or achy muscles?

Your food choices affect the level of pain and inflammation your experience more than you realize. Learn the importance of balancing blood sugar to manage inflammation.

Understand why processed carbohydrates increase pain and inflammation and discover easy ways to replace processed foods with real foods. Discover how therapeutic Omega-3 essential fatty acid and key minerals, such as magnesium, can help minimize pain and inflammation. RNs can earn 2.4 CEUs by taking this class.

6042-S06 1 Session - $29; $49/pair Thursday, Apr 18 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311 Nutritional Weight and Wellness

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Women, Weight & Hormones: Strategies for Fighting Fat After 40  Are you finding that fat is collecting around your mid-section, and no matter how well you watch what you eat or how much you exercise, that weight is not budging? Your inability to lose weight probably has more to do with your hormone levels than anything else. In this workshop you will learn 7 key strategies for fighting fat and losing weight, including: controlling appetite and cravings, turning off your fat-creating genes, ten simple things to keep your metabolism burning brightly, how to tell if your thyroid is creating weight problems, major sources of hormone-mimicking chemicals, and how to help your body begin to lose weight again. Janice Novak 5205-S05 1 Session - $29; $49/pair Tuesday, Apr 23 6:00 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center - Room 329

Weight Loss Challenge  Get real results with our proven success system. You’ll learn how to lose weight, feel great, and keep it off. This class is designed to teach you the proper nutrition and modifications in your current lifestyle to get the results you are looking for. Included are a free body analysis, coaching options, group support and much more! The top 3 participants in the challenge will earn money! If you are serious this challenge is for you. Wendy Earl 5000-S05 6 Sessions - $59 Thursdays, Apr 11 - May 16 4:00 - 5:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311 5000-S06 6 Sessions - $59 Thursdays, Apr 11 - May 16 5:00 - 6:00 pm Edina Community Center - Room 311

Summer Fitness Hang onto this page — Edina Community Education fitness continues through the summer!

For additional class details, please see pages 22-30.

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8:00 - 8:50 AM 8:00 - 9:00 AM Studio 301 Studio 335

|Tai Chi Gong 10:00 - 11:15 AM Studio 335

MInterval Insanity!

8:00 - 9:00 AM Studio 335

Aerobic Fitness 8:00 - 9:00 AM Studio 301

|SHARP Fitness 9:00 10:00 AM Senior Center

Zumba Gold 8:45 - 9:45 AM Studio 301

|Body Shape 55+ 12:00 - 1:00 PM Studio 301

|SHARP Fitness 8:00 - 9:00 AM Senior Center

Intermediate Yoga 9:10 - 10:15:00 AM Studio 301

SSen. Water Aerobics 9:00 - 10:00 AM Edinborough Pool

Body Shape 9:00 - 10:00 AM Studio 335

Decades of Dance 8:45 - 9:45 AM Studio 301

Yoga for Life - Gentle 9:15 - 10:30 AM Senior Center

Intermediate Pilates 9:15 - 10:15 AM Studio 331

Pilates Yoga Core 9:00 - 10:10 AM Studio 318

Body Shape 9:00 - 10:00 AM Studio 335

Body Shape 55+ 12:00 - 1:00:00 PM Studio 301

Yoga for Life 9:30 - 11:00 AM Studio 335

SSen. Water Aerobics 9:00 - 10:00 AM Edinborough Pool

Pilates Yoga Core 9:00 - 10:10 AM Studio 331

Yoga for Life 9:30 - 11:00 AM Studio 335

Weights & Circuits 9:00 - 10:30 PM Weight Room

SSen. Water Aerobics 9:00 - 10:00 AM Edinborough Pool

|Low Impact 9:00 - 9:55 AM Studio 335

SWater Stretch/Tone 10:00 - 11:00 AM Edinborough Pool

SArthritis Aquatics 10:00 - 11:00 AM Edinborough Pool

Weights & Circuits 9:00 - 10:30 AM Weight Room

Yoga for Life 9:00 - 10:30 AM Studio 301

Core Pilates 10:20 - 11:20 AM Studio 331

Pilates Barre 10:15 -11:15 AM Studio 331

Yoga for Life - Gentle 9:00 - 10:15 AM Grandview

ZUMBA 10:00 - 11:00 AM Studio 301

Body Shape 55+ 12:00 -1:00 PM Studio 301

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10:15 - 11:30 AM Senior Center

Cardio Core Fusion 9:45 - 10:45 AM Studio 301

MTabata Intensity 5:30 - 6:30 PM Studio 335

Aerobic Fitness 5:30 - 6:30 PM Studio 30

Pilates Mat Fusion 5:00 - 5:55 PM Studio 301

SWater Stretch/Tone 10:00 - 11:00 AM Edinborough Pool

Zumba 06:00 - 7:00 PM Studio 301

Yoga for Life 5:40 - 7:10 PM Studio 335

Zumba 6:00 - 7:00 PM Studio 301

Yoga for Life 10:30 - 12:00 PM Studio 335

SAqua Boot Camp 7:00 - 8:00 PM VVMS Pool

Nordic Walking 6:00 - 7:30 PM Centennial Lakes

SWater Aerobics 6:30 - 7:30 PM SVMS Pool

|Strength & Vitality 6:35 -7:35 PM Studio 301

|Low Impact 6:35 - 7:35 PM Studio 301

Yoga for Life 6:30 - 8:00 PM Studio 335

SAqua Zumba 7:00 - 8:00:00 PM SVMS Pool

SAqua Zumba 7:00 - 8:00:00 PM SVMS Pool

Zumba 7:10 - 8:00 PM Studio 301

Yoga for Life Int. 7:15 - 8:45 PM Studio 335

SDeep Water Exercise 7:30 - 8:30 PM SVMS Pool

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As a courtesy to our students and teachers, classes that do not meet minimum registration requirements will be cancelled three business days before the class begins. If this occurs, we will contact you as soon as possible and either reschedule or offer a full refund.

Although most classes run, we reserve the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment.

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Cancellations or changes are allowed without a penalty up to 1 week before your class begins.

Cancellations or changes within 1 week prior to the start of your class will be assessed a $10.00 fee and any applicable supply/food fee and you will be issued a credit slip.

No refunds or credit slips will be given on or after the 1st day of class.

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Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm.

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Special woodworking project helps young students get a step up on their learning Edina Community Education woodshop member builds walking ladder for students Edina Community Education Services (CES) is an integral part of the Edina Public Schools (EPS) and the broader community. The programs and services offered build skills, promote health and well-being, support families, and expand student achievement. Edina resident Charles Morrill has experienced these factors first hand in his 14 years participating in Edina Community Education programs and recently took on a project that is benefiting special education students at EPS. District Physical Therapist Jan Dahl approached Morrill, president of the Community Education open woodshop, on the idea of building a walking ladder to help special education students during their physical therapy sessions.

Within three weeks, Morrill researched the project online and completed the walking ladder, meeting his goal of making the project as inexpensively as possible.

As he was putting together the final touches, Morrill said he knew that the paint color had to be fun and durable for the kids, so he selected a powdered milk paint, which is non-toxic, extremely durable, has no odor, and is available in the vibrant colors he knew the children would enjoy.

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Sign up for EDJNA In The Know, a new district weekly e-newsletter featuring the latest news and upcoming events. To sign up, visit www.edina.k12.mn.us/ publications. helps encourage kids to use their own strength rather than rely on a device to remain upright. Now, Oskar and other students in kindergarten through fifth grade at Cornelia use the walking ladder once a week during their physical therapy sessions. Dahl has seen many benefits of incorporating the ladder into the sessions, allowing staff to focus on additional motor skill development.

“The work Charles did on the ladder is beautiful and his thought process all the way down to the type of paint he used showed his loyalty to this project,” Dahl said. “The ladder is a great addition to the students’ physical therapy sessions and has excited many of the students’ parents.”

It is projects like this one as well as the program’s participants that make the CES open woodshop a unique experience, according to Morrill. The program, which offers both morning and evening sessions, has a diverse group of participants. The morning session, which Morrill is a part of, consists mostly of retired men and women, many of whom have been involved in for more than 20 years.

Blake Kelly, mother of Cornelia kindergartener Oskar Kelly (pictured), says that the walking ladder is a preferred method in physical therapy because it

“If we can be helpful towards others and make things of this nature that are appreciated on many different levels, we are happy to do it,” Morrill said.

The mission of Edina Public Schools, working in partnership with the family and the community, is to educate all individuals to be responsible, lifelong learners who possess the skills, knowledge, creativity, sense of self-worth, and ethical values necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing, culturally diverse, global society.

Ric Dressen, Ed.D. Superintendent SCHOOL BOARD Randy Meyer, Chair Idith Almog Cathy Cella Regina Neville Sarah Patzloff Lonni Skrentner Leny Wallen-Friedman

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YOU ARE INVITED! Learning and Technology Open House Saturday, April 20th 9am-11am Edina Community Center 3rd Floor Learn how technology helps to unleash students’ passion for learning, and how it empowers great teaching. Edina teachers and students will showcase digital-age learning from the 2012-2013 school year. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how technology is transforming student learning every day in Edina Public Schools.

The event is free, but please pre-register online at edina.thatscommunityed.com

IN OUR COMMUNITY Edina Reads Tuesday, April 22nd 7pm-8:30pm Edina Senior Center Fireside Room Edina Reads is a community-wide reading program that encourages active reading, lifelong learning, and thoughtful conversation. Please join us for a conversation on the novel A Thinking Man’s Bully by Michael Adelberg. Former Edina High School teacher Betsy Cussler will be leading the discussion. Books are available at the Edina Library.

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