Adult Catalog Winter 2013

Winter 2013 Edina Community Education

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Explore indoor rock climbing, a safe and fun lifetime activity that offers the benefits of a full body workout with a great view from the top. This beginner class will expose you to essential rock climbing skills.

Family-Friendly Offerings Fitness Aerobic Strength Low Impact Yoga + Pilates

FROM THE COVER Build Your Own Little Free LibraryTM

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You’ve seen these take-a-book, leave-a-book mini libraries popping up all over Edina. Here’s your chance to plant your library and help grow the love of reading in our community.

Zumba + Dance Aquatics Health + Wellness

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Friday nights are for dancing!

Come as you are and enjoy great music to get your feet movin’ and your hips groovin’.

Each Friday you can learn a new style of line dance.

Explore

Stay curious. Engage your mind. Learn something new.

Safety

Batter Up! History of Baseball

AARP Driver Safety 8-Hour Introductory Course

 Baseball is America’s pastime, and the sport holds an integral place in American history. We will track baseball from its inception before the Civil War, through the 20th century, and to its current status, where the major league game has changed dramatically. Reed Petersen loves everything about baseball. Share his passion in this informative 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. At the end of two 4-hour sessions, you’ll receive a certificate to present to your insurance agent.

AARP members receive a $2.00 discount on the tuition. Bring your driver’s license and AARP card to class.

9228-W13 Jan 15 & Jan 17 Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $20 5:30 - 9:30 pm Room 165

9228-W14 Feb 25 & Feb 27 Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $20 5:30 - 9:30 pm Room 165

9228-W15 Saturday, Feb 23 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $20 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Room 165

9228-W16 Mar 12 & Mar 14 Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $20 5:30 - 9:30 pm 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.” AARP members receive a $2 discount on the tuition. Bring your AARP card and driver’s license to class.

9224-W15 Wednesday, Jan 16 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $18 5:30 - 9:30 pm Room 165

9224-W16 Tuesday, Jan 22 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $18 5:30 - 9:30 pm Room 165

9224-W17 Saturday, Feb 9 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $18 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 165

9224-W18 Friday, Feb 22 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $18 12:00 - 4:00 pm Room 165

9224-W19 Tuesday, Mar 19 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $18 12:00 - 4:00 pm Room 165

9011-W05 2 Sessions - $19/person $30/pair Feb 12 & Feb 19 7:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 311

Education

Money Matters Social Security & Medicare: Know Your Benefits

An Evening with Jackie Roehl MN Teacher of the Year

 Confused? You’re not alone. Let’s get together and review the current and possible future changes with these programs. It’s important to understand the benefits and how they will affect the amount of money you will need during your retirement. No sales pitch.

Instructor Bob Kaufman is volunteering his time to educate the public on these important and timely topics. Please pre-register.

 What is it like to be a teacher in Edina’s current classrooms? Learn more by spending the evening with Edina High School English teacher Jackie Roehl, Minnesota’s 2012 Teacher of the Year. Hear about her passion for “Culturally Responsive Teaching,” as well as her insights and experiences with Minnesota and National Teacher of the Year activities. This event is free, and we ask that you register online by Friday, February 22. Your donation at the door will support Edina Community Education programs and services that help close achievement gaps in Edina Public Schools.

9020-W07 Wednesday, Jan 23 Edina Community Center

1 Session - FREE 6:30 - 8:00 pm Room 311

9020-W08 Wednesday, Feb 20 Edina Community Center

1 Session - FREE 6:30 - 8:00 pm Room 311

9020-W09 Tuesday, Mar 19 Edina Community Center

1 Session - FREE 6:30 - 8:00 pm Room 311

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9111-W12 Tuesday, Feb 26 Edina Community Center

1 Session - FREE 7:00 - 8:30 pm Room 165

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Coming to Edina Community Center  Edina Community Education is partnering with OLLI, a program of the University of Minnesota’s College of Continuing Education, to offer a broad range of educational, cultural, and social courses and programs at the Edina Community Center beginning in March. OLLI classes offer intellectual challenge as well as new friendships and connections.

Interested in learning more? Add your name to our early adopters list by emailing comedu@ edina.k12.mn.us or calling 952-848-3952.

Spring ‘13 Women’s Retreat Red Mountain Resort, Utah  Blended naturally into a landscape of vivid red rock cliffs and the canyons of southern Utah, Red Mountain Resort has everything you need to relax, renew and rediscover your passion for adventure. It’s also a great place to reconnect or make new friends! So grab your girlfriends, book club members, or daughter and plan to join us on this spring get-away at Red Mountain Resort. You will experience stylish, deluxe accomodations, nutritious meals, guided hikes, unlimited fitness classes and more. For more information, visit www.edinacommunityed. org or contact marbuchok@edina.k12.mn.us.

Relax, renew, and reconnect

$300 deposit due by February 22, 2013 9099-W10 $759 dbl occupancy airfare additional

Apr 28- May 1, 2013 $929 sgl occupancy

“Red Mountain was so much more than a vacation. It was time and space to relax, renew and reconnect with friends both old . . . and new! A highly recommended experience.”

Get Social

- Dr. Lynn Hagedorn, 2009 Participant

Discover common interests. Make new connections.

Ski Scouts for Women

Make It Great! Life After 50

 Love to get out on the Minnesota slopes and ski with your girlfriends. . .but it just doesn’t happen? Join Marsha Buchok and the Ski Scouts group at Buck Hill on Fridays from 9am to 12noon, when the Early Bird lift ticket is only $20. We are a casual alpine and board group of gals who ski and lunch together. No pressure, no instruction, just pure skiing fun. All levels welcome. Sign up to be part of the Ski Scout group for only $15, and come ski with us as often as you can. Weekly Early Bird lift ticket purchase is on your own.

 Let’s face it, now that you’re 50 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 instructor Sharon Merges and other 50+ women 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.

7211-W11 Fridays, Jan 18 - Mar 8 Buck Hill No Scouts Feb 15

9215-W06 Thursdays, Jan 24 & Jan 31 Edina Community Center

8 Sessions - $15 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Chalet

Movie Lover’s Group  Do you like going to the movies but don’t like going alone? Join Linda Tell and the movie lovers group! See a movie with us and afterwards let’s meet for an hour over coffee and tea to talk about what we liked and didn’t like. 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. Group is free but please register so we know who’s coming! Cost of the movie and coffee is on your own.

9110-W09 Jan 23, Feb 13 & Mar 20 Edina Landmark Theater

3 Sessions - FREE 2:00 - 5:00 pm 50th & France

2 Sessions - $44 6:30 - 8:30 pm Room 348A

Explore Home Wine-Making  Make great wine for yourself or to give as a unique gift. Learn the process to make wine from fresh fruits, fruit juices and kits from around the world, including bottling and labeling techniques. We’ll put together a kit wine, and then we’ll prepare fruits and “balance” the juice so it’s ready for the fermentation step. Enjoy this fun and costeffective hobby with home wine-making expert Beth Mikulay. No alcohol is consumed during this class.

7078-W08 1 Session - $35/person $64/pair Thursday, Mar 21 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center Room 165

Pinterest Party  You bring a treat to share—one that you’ve pinned to one of your Pinterest Boards. We’ll supply the coffee. You bring a small, simple craft to swap—one that you’ve pinned. We’ll supply materials for an additional Pinterest-inspired project. While we snack and craft together, we’ll share tips and strategies for getting the most out of Pinterest. Bring your laptop or mobile device if you wish, and add new pins, boards, and people to follow. Not yet one of Pinterest’s 10 million users? Join us and learn how Pinterest connects people all over the world through shared interest and taste. Caution: Pinterest may be addictive.

7444-W13 Saturday, Feb 9 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $20 9:00 - 11:00 am Room 120

Quilting Bee —see page 8 Facebook and LinkedIn —see page 10 Friday Night Line Dancin’ —see page 21

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Food

Cook up a delicious conversation for family and friends.

Cooking for One or Two— One Pot or Crockpot  Cooking for one or two? After a demonstration of basic techniques involving one pot or crock pot dishes (standard stocks will be discussed), you will learn to turn leftovers into new meals, as well as how to use what is in the pantry. Make a rice and pasta dish to take home.

6013-W06 1 Session - $29/person $49/pair Wed, January 23 6:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 165

Guatemalan Cooking— The Easy Way  Looking for simple ways of preparing good meals to entertain friends and family? During this participatory class, chef and cookbook author Amalia Moreno-Damgaard will introduce you to the typical ingredients of Central American Guatemalan cuisine: corn, tomatoes, peppers, beans, plantains, tomatillos.

On the menu? jocon - chicken, tomatillo and cilantro stew; arroz con verduras - vegetable rice; frijoles parados con chile pimiento - black bean stew with red bell peppers; and platanitos - pan fried sweet plantains.

Sushi and Sashimi  Let’s learn the basics of sushi! We will use cooked crab, some wrapped in seaweed and some placed on rice. Technique is the focus of this class, from proper rice preparation, cutting and plate presentation to making seemali rolls, nigiri and sashimi. Instructor: Josh Furman 6012-W05 Thursday, Jan 31 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $39 6:00 - 8:00 pm Room 165

Food Labels: Is Food Taking You by Surprise?  Tired of buying food items, thinking you were making healthy choices, only to learn they weren’t healthy at all? Learn the right way to decipher what’s what in a food label and how not to be tricked by all the advertising.

Learn the truths and myths of calories, serving sizes and the components essential for healthy eating. Instructor: Lori Gerval-Bridenstine 6029-W09 1 Session - $10/person $16/pair Thursday, Feb 7 6:00 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 165

6021-W05 1 Session - $33/person $59/pair Thursday, Jan 24 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 165

Take eating local to the next level

Wild Game Cooking  Nancy Frank was an on-air producer for a public television program called Outdoor Wisconsin, also aired on Minnesota Public Television from time to time, for over 20 years.

One of the popular segment topics was wild game cooking. Nancy will share some of her excellent cooking techniques and recipes for wild game from the cookbook she co-authored.

She will share hints on preparing venison and salmon, and will answer questions on other types of wild game. There will be samples to taste!

Did you know? Wild game has about one third fewer calories and significantly less saturated and total fat than lean cuts of domesticated animal meat.

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6061-W09 1 Session - $29/person $49/pair Tuesday, Jan 29 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 165

Candy Making Workshop— Adult and Child  Candy making together! Explore your sweet side while learning to make quick and easy treats such as chocolate covered cherries, suckers and caramels. Chef Josh Furman shows you how to mold, dip and mix yummy ingredients. Take home several different confections to share.

Scandinavian Canning and Preserving  After a demonstration of basic canning and preserving techniques, we will prepare and can a soup and a sauce. We will also make one of Scandinavia’s most distinctive dishes, gravlax, a method of preserving raw fish. Don’t be put off by the name or by the associations! Coldcured with sugar, salt, and fresh dill, modern gravlax has a fresh, delicate flavor and is delicious served either as an elegant appetizer or as a topping for smørrebrød, open-faced sandwiches.

6014-W06 1 Session - $45 per adult/child pair Saturday, Feb 2 10:00am - 12:00 noon Edina Community Center Room 165

Easy Dinners with Five Ingredients!  Enjoy fun and sophisticated dinners that are ready in 25 minutes. Take just five easyto-find ingredients—you might already have them in your pantry—and you can cook a great dinner for your friends or family! Italian chef Giorgio Cherubini will demonstrate how to pull together Chicken Breast with Italian Salsa, Salmon with Dijon Brown Sugar Glaze, Pork Tenderloin alla Messicana with Peach Piccante, Penne Lasagna-Style Toss and Spicy Aleppo Shrimp.

6022-W05 Monday, Feb 11 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $29 6:00 - 8:30 pm Room 165

6011-W05 Saturday, Mar 9 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $39 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 165

Romantic Dinner for Two

Farm to Table: Simple, Seasonal Soups

Simple Winter Dishes— Indian Style

 Prepare a romantic dinner for two without breaking the bank. Here’s the sweetheart menu: Strawberry Poppyseed Salad, Fillet with Mushroom Sauce, Roasted Veggies and Pomme Puree Raspberry Sorbet with Chocolate Ganache Shapes. Chef Josh Furman will share the food secrets sure to woo your special someone.

 Create a great soup from scratch and build your culinary confidence at the same time! Join Chef Kate Moore for a fun and empowering “real foods” class where we will make several simple soups that are inexpensive and easy to make, using whatever you have in the fridge!

Class will end with a family-style meal to celebrate the fruits of our labors.

 India is a land that boasts a diverse multicuisine. Some popular dishes that we will prepare together are: biryani (spicy rice), tandoori chicken (chicken,yogurt and tandoori masala), dal makhani (lentils, beans, and cream), and naan-parathas (Indian flatbreads).

Enlighten your taste buds in this ethnic foods class with Indian native Anita Mallick.

6019-W07 Wednesday, Feb 13 Edina Community Center

6071-W07 Thursday, Mar 7 Edina Community Center

6023-W07 Wednesday, Mar 20 Community Center

1 Session - $59/pair 6:00 - 8:30 pm Room 165

1 Session - $29 6:00 - 8:00 pm Room 165

Intro to Cheese Making —see page 14

1 Session - $29 6:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Room 165

Explore Home Wine-Making —see page 5

WE KNOW GOOD FOOD Organic

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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 + Interests Interests Quilting Bee  Quilters gather to work on projects of their own choosing and support each other with their quilting knowledge. No formal instruction. Bring your own sewing machine and quilting supplies. We will meet on Saturdays.

7077-W12 Jan 12, Feb 16 & Mar 2 Edina Community Center

3 Sessions - $19 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Room 165

Intro to Rock Climbing at Vertical Endeavors  Explore indoor rock climbing! A great beginning-level class to expose yourself to essential rock climbing skills such as knot tying, belaying, bouldering, climbing commands, gear and risk management.

Emphasis will be on experiencing an enjoyable and safe new sport. This is a great new form of lifetime physical activity that offers the benefits of a full-body workout. All climbing gear (harness, shoes, belay tool and chalk) is provided. Class is held at Vertical Endeavors, 2540 Nicollet Ave So., Minneapolis. To participate you must complete a facility waiver available online at www.verticalendeavors.com 7531-W09 Wednesdays, Feb 6 - Feb 20 Vertical Endeavors

3 Sessions - $65 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Genealogy— Your Family Legacy  Would you like to discover your family roots but don’t have the resources? Using computers, we will meet for five 90 minute sessions to begin to piece together your genealogy to create a family legacy. Please bring personal information such as pictures, addresses, maps, documents and various other pertinent family information to add to your project.

A genealogist and a writing expert will also help us capture anecdotes we wish to save for future generations.

7514-W11 Tuesdays, Feb 5 - Mar 5 Edina Community Center

5 Sessions - $89 7:00 - 8:30 pm Room 348C

Planning Your Wedding

Indoor Fairy Fantasy Garden

 Get your wedding on track! Professional wedding planner Betty McNeill will help you create a detailed schedule of what needs to be done first, and help budget your money and your time. Lots of information on the wedding and reception: Sit down dinner or heavy appetizers? What about music, unique floral arrangements, blended family situations, etc.

Favorite websites that Betty has found to be most helpful will be shared.

 Make your very own indoor fairy fantasy garden. 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. Instructors Greg and Connie Olson will take you through a step-by-step process of creating your garden.

Each participant receives one basket, lined with poly-plastic and finished with rope, and enough supplies, with plenty of choices, to fill the basket with an abode, figurine, landscaping, plants, soil and more. Materials fee of $25 payable to instructors at class. Additional kits and materials available for purchase.

9123-W03 1 Session - $24/person $39/pair Thursday, Feb 7 6:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 311

Open Badminton— Ages 12 - Adult  Ready to bring your badminton game beyond the backyard? Come join other like-minded badminton enthusiasts and enjoy this exciting fast-paced sport! Gameplays are mainly doubles format and singles court is subject to availability. Players’ skill range varies from beginners to regionally competitive. There is a $5 walk-in option for those who cannot commit to signing up for the entire season..

01-bd 25 Sessions - $64 Tue/Fri, Mar 1 - May 31 6:30 - 9:30 pm South View Middle School

Gym #1 & 2 No play on Apr 2 & Apr 5

Home & Garden Mr Fix - It  Empower yourself! Make simple home repairs yourself: window and door repairs, toilet plumbing, electrical light fixtures and cords, switches and outlets. Do it safely with confidence. Instructor Bill Bryan has done home and industrial repairs and knows all the mistakes.

9030-W03 2 Sessions - $29 Jan 7 & Jan 14 7:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 159 Wood Shop

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7577-W01 Thursday, Feb 28 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $18 6:30 - 8:30 pm Room 165

Made From Clay— A Pottery Watering Can  Look what I made: A a pottery watering can that doesn’t leak. . . much. With instructor Kelly Hoyum’s guidance, you will design and plan a usable watering can. Using proper slabbuilding techniques to create your pottery, you will glaze and personalize your own watering can. The technique used to make this item means that it is truly made by hand. No mold or objects are used to shape the item - just your bare hands. Clay firing is off-site. You will be notified when your finished item can be picked up at the Edina Community Center - in approximately two weeks.

7519-W19 Monday, Mar 11 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $44 6:30 - 9:00 pm Room 165

Bridge Bidding—Lite

Games

Play Mahjong!  Skill, strategy, calculation and a certain degree of luck – that’s the popular Chinese game of Mahjong. This game of “tiles,” rather than modern playing cards, is interesting and fun and can be competitive! Learn this very enjoyable and social game with instructor Rita Goodmanson, then you can join Open Mahjong played at the Edina Senior Center Mondays at 9:30am and Fridays 11:30am.

7015-W07 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Feb 13 Edina Senior Center

6 Sessions - $69 1:00 - 3:00 pm Sherwood

7015-W08 Wednesdays, Feb 20 - Mar 27 Edina Senior Center

6 Sessions - $69 1:00 - 3:00 pm Sherwood

Bridge Bidding— Duplicate-style  A revised version of my long-popular Bidding [aka Bidding 1] class. Update and improve your bidding by learning modern methods, including 5-card majors, convenient minors, and limit raises. The only artificial bids included are the Stayman convention and Jacoby major suit transfers; all other bids are natural. Buy required workbook, Bridge Bidding - Duplicate-Style, from instructor, David Lund, for $15. Prerequisite: Bridge Bidding Lite or equivalent.

7004-W05 Tuesdays, Jan 15 - Mar 19 Edina Community Center

 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, David Lund, for $10. Prerequisite: Bridge Basics.

7002-W06 Wednesdays, Jan 16 - Mar 13 Edina Community Center No Class Feb 20

8 Sessions - $99 4:00 - 6:00 pm Room 348B

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 slightly. Buy required workbook, Bridge Declaring, from instructor, David Lund, for $10.

Prerequisite: Bridge Bidding.

7003-W03 Thursdays, Jan 17 - Mar 7 Edina Community Center

8 Sessions - $99 4:00 - 6:15 pm Room 348B

Woodshop Open Woodshop  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-W09 61 Sessions - $59 Mon-Fri, Jan 2 - Mar 29 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center Room 159 Wood Shop No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18 7505-W13 51 Sessions - $65 Tue/Thu/Fri, Jan 3 - Mar 29 6:00 - 9:00 pm Saturdays, Jan 5 - Mar 30 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 159 Wood Shop

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. Taught by Wood Shop Monitors.

7500-W09 4 Sessions - $59 Wednesdays, Jan 16 - Feb 6 6:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center Room 159 Wood Shop

Build Your Own Little Free LibraryTM —see page 14

10 Sessions - $120 4:00 - 6:00 pm Room 348B

What’s your newest ANY BLURB passion?

WE WANT to take? We love new ideas, and we’dCAN love to hear GO from you. Let’s chat! Contact Marsha Buchok: HERE marbuchok@edina.k12.mn.us

Don’t see the class you’d really like

The Goff Investment Group Led by Janel M. Goff, The Goff Investment Group specializes in retirement planning for individuals and small businesses.

Janel has tremendous passion for educating investors about their financial future. With more than 65 years of combined experience, they take great pride in building long-term relationships with their clients.

Call for a complementary consultation and information on their educational series, Invest in Yourself.

2012-1486 Exp. 11/30/2014 Member SIPC

4999 France Avenue South | Suite 210 | Edina, MN 55410 612-926-8680 | toll free 855-926-8680 benjaminfedwards.com/goff.investment.group

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Work + Productivity Computer Essentials 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. Instructor: Michael Denardo 8544-W04 Wednesday, Jan 16 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $29 1:30 - 3:00 pm Room 348C

Introduction to Apple’s iPad  Have a new iPad? Thinking of getting one?

An iPad can shoot video, take photos, play music, send and receive email, and browse the web. Other functions—games, reference, GPS navigation, social networking, etc.—can be enabled by downloading apps. The workshop also includes voice-activated dictation training, the opportunity to learn how to eliminate almost all typing for emails, text messages, calendar setting, almost all functions that require typing. Basic computer skills a real plus.

Instructor: Jonathan Freed 8531-W03 Monday, Jan 28 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 6:00 - 9:00 pm Room 348C

Introduction to Computers  Don’t be left behind! This hands-on class will help you get started with the computer. Learn to use the mouse properly, access programs, build folders and save your documents. Learn to connect to the Internet and find some of the free applications available online. There will be a general question 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. Instructor: Michael Denardo 8510-W03 Tuesday, Jan 29 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 348C

Basics of Internet Surfing and Email  We’ll navigate all over the Internet, discuss ing online shopping and how to avoid viruses as well as updating your computer with the latest patches. Basic Email options, including sending and receiving Emails, attachments and saving received attachments, will be discussed.

Instructor: Michael Denardo 8503-W03 Tuesday, Mar 19 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 348C

Social Media Focus on Facebook  Examine and learn Facebook, the ultimate social networking tool. Class includes a short overview of social media and a close look at the many great features that Facebook has to offer. Special emphasis on security and smart social media use. Basic computer experience required. Instructor: Jonathan Freed 8562-W06 Friday, Feb 22 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 348C

How to Really Use LinkedIn

 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, use basic programs and broaden your understanding of Windows 7. Instructor: Michael Denardo

 LinkedIn is about people looking to connect, people looking for a job and recruiters looking for talent! Join us for this hands-on workshop examining LinkedIn, the ultimate professional networking tool. Includes a focus on creating a winning profile, strategies for increasing your network, and a close look at the many great tools LinkedIn has to offer. Basic computer experience required. Instructor: Jonathan Freed

8520-W09 Mar 14 & Mar 21 Edina Community Center

8550-W05 Monday, Mar 18 Edina Community Center

Windows 7 Basics

2 Sessions - $109 6:00 - 9:00 pm Room 348C

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1 Session - $59 6:00 - 9:00 pm Room 348C

Social Media for Seniors  Kids and their grandparents are linking up on social media, sharing photos, staying in touch. Join us for a three-hour, hands-on workshop exploring the many benefits and powerful tools of social media, created for seniors who want to get in on the social media action. Workshop provides an overview of social media, with a close look at Facebook.

Basic computer experience a plus. Special emphasis is placed upon security and smart social media use. Great workshop to get you started talking with friends and family online, sharing photos, expanding your learning and getting the news - you’ll love it! Instructor: Jonathan Freed 8516-W06 Friday, Mar 22 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 348C

Creative Endeavors 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. Instructor: Sharon Walbran 8525-W05 Jan 22 & Jan 29 Edina Community Center

2 Sessions - $109 6:00 - 9:00 pm Room 348C

Photoshop Elements

Resume Builder

 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.

Instructor: Sharon Walbran 8522-W03 Tuesday, Jan 15 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 348C

8522-W04 Tuesday, Feb 26 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 1:00 - 4:00 pm Room 348C

Software Skills Excel—Basics  Learn Excel basics and spreadsheet terminology. Get help 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 numbers, printing worksheets, creating and printing charts, using Web features and associate feature changes in Excel’s multiple versions. Instructor: Rich Lindell 8511-W09 Thursday, Jan 17 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 348C

8511-W10 Friday, Feb 8 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 1:00 - 4:00 pm Room 348C

8511-W12 Tuesday, Feb 12 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 6:00 - 9:00 pm Room 348C

8511-W13 Wednesday, Mar 6 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 6:00 - 9:00 pm Room 348C

Microsoft Office Certificate Course – Part 1

Excel—Advanced  Build on the skills you learned in the Excel basics class. Expand your knowledge of formulas and functions. Set up spreadsheets and 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! Instructor: Rich Lindell 8512-W09 Thursday, Jan 31 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 348C

8512-W10 Wednesday, Feb 27 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 6:00 - 9:00 pm Room 348C

8512-W11 Wednesday, Mar 20 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 6:00 - 9:00 pm Room 348C

Quickbooks  Easily manage your household and small business finances while keeping track of billings, sales and expenses. Instructor: Sharon Walbrun 8524-W04 Tuesday, Jan 15 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 1:00 - 4:00 pm Room 348C

8524-W05 Monday, Mar 4 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Room 348C

Want More?

Online Learning with ed2go

Can’t find the class you want? Prefer to learn at home, at your own pace and on your own schedule? Over 300 online courses are available.

Here’s just a sample of some of the most popular online courses: • • • •

Start Your Own Small Business Conversational Japanese Intro to Digital Scrapbooking Going Green at Home

Mac and PC Tutoring  Private and Semi-Private Computer Tutoring Do you prefer to learn one-on-one or twoon-one? Private or Semi-Private tutoring is a great alternative to classroom instruction and inexpensive too! 1.5 hour sessions available for $75 per person. Our tech lab has new iMac computers or bring your own laptop. Contact Diana at diaswanson@edina.k12.mn.us or 952-848-3952 to schedule your private session.

 This course is designed to give you important job skills necessary in today’s work world. Word - work with text, formatting, cut/copy/paste, margins, default fonts, bullets and numbering. Excel - create a spreadsheet, add formatting, cut/copy/ paste, use basic formulas and functions, create a data list. PowerPoint - create slide shows, use design schemes and bulleted lists, add images, organization charts and graphs, and transitions. Outlook - manage email, calendars, task lists and contacts.

Prerequisites: experience using pc or Mac computers and solid keyboarding skills.

Instructor: Sharon Walbran 8528-W08

2 Sessions - $159 Feb 19 & Feb 21 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 348C

Microsoft Office Certificate Course – Part 2  This course builds on Part 1 and covers more advanced skills. Word - mail merge, mailing labels, newspaper columns, graphics, special tools for large documents and reports. Excel -multi-sheet spreadsheets, summary sheets, advanced formulas and functions, charts and graphs, sort and filter databases. PowerPoint - add animation, sound and video, background images, custom elements and design schemes for slide shows. Access - database work is also an option for students with an interest in this area. Prerequisite: completion of Microsoft Office Certificate Course Part 1 or equivalent experience. Instructor: Sharon Walbran 8529-W05 2 Sessions - $159 Mar 5 & Mar 7 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 348C Our tech lab is equipped with new iMac computers. Bring your own pc or mac laptop if your prefer. Bring a bag lunch and a beverage.

Upon completion of this course, you will receive a certificate that can be added to your resume.

Visit www.ed2go.com/edina to get started!

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Global Languages American Sign Language  If you’ve ever wanted to learn sign language, this is a fun and relaxed way to do it. Native ‘speaker’ Dan Starkey will offer the basics of sign language: numbers, colors, the alphabet, some basic signs and how it all works and fits together. By the end of the course you will know plenty of rudimentary signs and have basic communication skills in sign language.

8033-W03 Thursdays, Mar 7 - Apr 18 Edina Community Center

6 Sessions - $79 6:30 - 8:00 pm Room 348A No Class Apr 4

French Conversation  Are you becoming more comfortable with the French language? Do you want to practice speaking? We will practice speaking, reading, writing and review grammar. Book selection will be discussed at the first class. Instructor: Dr. Christiane Seiler 8023-W09 10 Sessions - $119 Mondays, Mar 11 - May 20 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center Room 100 No Class Apr 1

German Conversation  For German II, III, IV speakers and beyond.

Brush up on your grammar, oral and written skills and pick up some German culture in the process. Book selection will be discussed at the first class. Instructor: Dr. Christiane Seiler 8013-W09 10 Sessions - $119 Wednesdays, Mar 13 - May 22 7:00 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 100A No Class Apr 3

Spanish Basic Spanish for Travel— Buen Viaje  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. Instructor: Carmen Freire 8022-W02 Mondays, Feb 11 - Mar 25 Edina Community Center

6 Sessions - $79 5:30 - 7:00 pm Room 311 No Class Feb 18

Spanish 1

Spanish 3 Continuation

 A class specially designed for beginners.

Learn the basic pronunciation and study basic expressions and simple dialogues for business or a recreational trip to a Spanish-speaking country. Purchase the book: “30 Days to Great Spanish” by Living Language. Instructor: Marianne de Ramos

 A continuing Spanish level III class for students interested in advanced grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and culture appreciation. Instructor: Marianne de Ramos

8001-W13 Tuesdays, Jan 15 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $134 9:00 - 10:30 am 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 Spanishspeaking restaurant. Purchase the book: “30 Days to Great Spanish” by Living Language.

Instructor: Marianne de Ramos 8002-W15 11 Sessions - $134 Tuesdays, Jan 15 - Mar 26 10:35 am - 12:00 pm 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. Purchase the book: “30 Days to Great Spanish” by Living Language. Instructor: Marianne de Ramos 8003-W16 Thursdays, Jan 17 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

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11 Sessions - $134 1:35 - 3:00 pm Room 329

8003-W17 Tuesdays, Jan 15 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $134 12:05 - 1:30 pm Room 329

Spanish 4  Take this opportunity to practice Spanish with others who have completed Spanish I, II and III or with people who already know the basics. Expand your vocabulary and add new verbs and tenses to your conversations.

Purchase the book: “30 Days to Great Spanish”

by Living Language. Instructor: Marianne de Ramos 8004-W12 Thursdays, Jan 17 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $134 12:05 - 1:30 pm 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. Book: “30 Days to Great Spanish” by Living Language. Instructor: Marianne de Ramos 8005-W15 Thursdays, Jan 17 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $134 9:00 - 10:30 am 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. Book: “30 Days to Great Spanish”

by Living Language. Instructor: Marianne de Ramos

Personal growth, cultural understanding

8006-W09 11 Sessions - $134 Thursdays, Jan 17 - Mar 28 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. Instructor: Marianne de Ramos 8007-W09 Tuesdays, Jan 15 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $134 1:35 - 3:00 pm Room 329

Why study Spanish? “I volunteer at VEAP, and I want to be able to better communicate with our clients and make them feel welcome.”

Travel Paris in the Springtime!

March 29 - April 5, 2013  Are you thinking of escaping Minnesota this spring? Why not consider Paris over Edina’s Spring Break? This idyllic Paris, encountered in Hollywood films & iconic photos, will live up to its reputation. From its rich history, architecture, fashion & glitz to everyday “little things,” you will be charmed.

8113-W09 $1,299 per person/dbl occupancy, airfare additional

— Barbara Morrison, Spanish 1 participant

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

Paris-Loire Valley-NormanyGiverny

Prague and Budapest

June 11 - 18, 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!

 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. Singles, couples and families welcome.

$500 deposit due January 11, 2013

8119-W13 $1,699 per person/dbl occupancy, airfare additional

Costa Rica

Italy: Tuscany and Beyond

June 4 - 12, 2013

September 10-17, 2013

 Eco friendly tour of Costa Rica with treks in National Parks, horseback riding between towns and zip-lining fun! This active tour will offer a blend of rainforest, volcano and beach activities—perfect for the nature enthusiasts, families and the young at heart! Open to singles, couples and families.

 From Renaissance Florence, to medieval Siena and San Gimignano, the coziness of a Chianti vineyard and the eternal charm of Venice, to the cliff hugging fishing villages of Cinque Terre - you will experience the best Italy has to offer! Singles, couples and families welcome.

8117-W11 $1,699 per person/dbl occupancy, airfare additional

8121-F20 $1,699 per person/dbl occupancy, airfare additional

September 17-24, 2013

8123-W23 $1,699 per person/dbl occupancy, airfare additional

Trip Preview Meeting  Are you interested in joining one of our tours? Will your destination be Paris, Costa Rica, Tuscany or Prague and Budapest? To discover more about each featured location, come and spend an hour + with us. Meet and interact with Arlette, your tour director. She will share photos and answer your questions.

Whether curiosity drives you, or a desire to travel, you are welcome to join us. Singles, couples and families welcome. Please register in advance.

8115-W20 Wednesday, Jan 9 Edina Community Center

1 Session - FREE 7:00 - 8:30 pm Room 165

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Family-Friendly Offering FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

ZUMBA with Live Drumming Ages: 6 through Adult

Paris in the Springtime!

Open Badminton

Spring Break: March 29 - April 5, 2013

Ages: 12 through Adult

 Come prepared to move and groove with Zumba instructor Mary Ann Dobesh and Drummer,Will Fehlow. Children (ages 6 and up), teens and adults, guys and gals - all are invited! Perfect time to show friends and family why you are so crazy about Zumba!

Dance the winter away and create some Zumba Heat. No Zumba experience necessary just come for the fun!

 Are you thinking of escaping Minnesota this spring? Why not consider Paris over Edina’s Spring Break? This idyllic Paris, encountered in Hollywood films & iconic photos, will live up to its reputation. From its rich history, architecture, fashion & glitz to everyday “little things,” you will be charmed.

 Ready to bring your badminton game beyond the backyard? Come join other like-minded badminton enthusiasts and enjoy this exciting, fast-paced sport! Gameplays are mainly doubles format and singles court is subject to availability. Players’ skill range varies from beginners to regionally competitive. There is a $5 walk-in option for those who cannot commit to signing up for the entire season.

5022-W07 1 Session - $9/$20 family Thursday, Feb 7 6:30 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center 2nd Floor Cafeteria 5022-W08 1 Session - $9/$20 family Thursday, Mar 21 6:30 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center 2nd Floor Cafeteria

8113-W09 $1,299 per person/dbl occupancy, airfare additional $500 deposit due January 11 full itinerary available at www.adventurestoeurope.com

01-bd 25 Session - $64 Tue/Fri, Mar 1 - May 31 6:30 - 9:30 pm South View Middle School

Gym #1 & 2 No play on Apr 2 & Apr 5

TAKE A CLASS TOGETHER

Build Your Own Little Free LibraryTM

Curds and Whey— Intro to Cheese Making

Kung Fu—Wu Shu

Ages: 8+ with an Adult

Ages: 7+ with an Adult

 You’ve seen the these take-a-book, leave-abook mini libraries popping up in front yards all over Edina. Here’s your chance to build your own Little Free Library. When spring comes, plant your library and help grow a love of reading and talking about books in our community. Class fee includes materials. Instructor: Woodshop Monitors.

 In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore this lost art and learn how easy it is to make cheese in your own kitchen. You’ll experience the magic of kneading and forming the curd in a variety of cheeses, including fresh mozzarella and soft farmer’s cheese. You’ll go home with samples and recipes, inspired to build on what you’ve learned. Instructor: Caitlin Williams

 Discover the life-long benefits of Kung Fu the Chinese art of self-defense and fitness - and build muscle, power, flexibility, and agility. Join this fun, non-competitive, full-participation class and strengthen the mind and body.

Parents: don’t just sit on the sideline! Register and participate with your child. Instructor: National Treasure Kung Fu

7513-W01 Mondays, Mar 4 - 25 Edina Community Center

6033-W01 1 Session - $39 per person/$49 pair Saturday, March 2 1:00 - 3:00 pm Edina Community Center Room 165

4 Sessions - $99 /pair 6:00 - 8:30 pm

Woodshop

Ages: 5+ through Adult

Beginner, White, & Yellow Belt KF-3 Tuesdays, Jan 29 - Mar 12 Edina Community Center

7 Sessions -$84 6:15 - 7:05 pm Auditorium

Many other classes available. For full list, visit www.edina.thatscommunityed.com Keyword: Kung Fu

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EDINA COMMUNITY Education

gs HELP YOUR STUDENT GROW

How to Help Your Student Grow as a Writer

Ownership: Equip Your Student with Tools for Success

It’s That Easy: Parents as Sexuality Educators

 You don’t want to write the paper for them, but you’d like to help your student develop as a writer and as a critical thinker. In this handson workshop, held in the South View Writing Center, you’ll learn easy strategies to support and inspire your student in all stages of the writing process. You may polish your own writing skills as well! Instructor Tess Bademan, South View Language Arts Teacher and Writing Center Coordinator.

 Does homework time mean stress and anxiety? Does your student struggle with academic material, or with the more crucial skills necessary to “do” school? These interactive workshops, geared specifically for parents of Edina students, offer the practical tools and strategies you need to set your student up for success in school and in life.

Instructor: Megan Stone

 Why do we have a difficult time talking with our children about sexuality? What do our children really need to know and when do they need to know? Why is it so important in our culture for parents to be a sexuality resource for children? Join us to consider these questions, review resources and walk away with pertenient handouts. This workshop is for parents with children 5-12 years old.

Instructor: Kris Shelley

9222-W13 Monday, Feb 11 South View Middle School

1 Session - $25 6:30 - 8:00 pm Room 224

WHILE YOU WAIT

Women on Weights  Have you got 30 minutes? You’ve got time to build muscle tone and bone mass with our state-of-the-art circuit training weight equipment, conveniently located on the 3rd floor of the Edina Community Center. Come when it’s convenient for you: the facility is open 6:00am - 9:00pm Monday-Friday, and 7:00am-3:00pm on Saturdays. 12-month memberships are just $32 per month ($29 per month for seniors ages 62+). Call 952-848-3952 for more information.

Edina Community Center

Room 316

For parents of students grades 1-5 9140-W01 3 Sessions - $99 Jan 31, Feb 28 & Mar 21 6:00 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center Room 120

PE-4 Thursday, Feb 28 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $25 6:30 - 8:30 pm Room 351

For parents of students grades 6-12 9140-W02 3 Sessions - $99 Jan 24, Feb 21 & Mar 14 6:30 - 8:30 pm Valley View Middle School Music Room

Register through the Edina Family Center www.edina.thatscommunityed.com Keyword: sexuality

Fitness Classes While You Wait

Technology, One-on-One

 Dropping off your child for a preschool class at the Family Center? Since you’re at the Community Center already, why not try Cardio Core Fusion on Thursday mornings or Intermediate Yoga on Friday mornings?

 Schedule private Mac and PC tutoring at a time that works for you. It’s a flexible alternative to classroom instruction. 1.5 hour sessions available for $75. Contact Diana at diaswanson@edina.k12.mn.us or 952-8483952 to schedule your session.

Picking up your child from SURGE at South View? How about squeezing in Pilates Yoga Core late Tuesday afternoon, or Pilates Mat Fusion late Wednesday afternoon?

Over 300 online courses are available any time, anywhere through Edina Community Education’s partnership with ed2go. Visit www.ed2go.com/edina to get started.

Check out our Fitness offerings beginning on page 16, and our general overview on page 18.

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Fitness Kettlebells Kettlebells— Intermediate/Advanced  Build upon your existing kettlebell skills and take your fitness to the next level!

Cardiovascular conditioning, new skill acquisition and linking core skills together is our focus. Enhance your core strength and burn fat with this extraordinary exercise tool!

You must have basic knowledge of kettlebell exercises. Bring your own kettlebells. Class is located in the ECC 2nd floor cafeteria and outside Door #2 as weather permits. Class format will accommodate various fitness levels by varying the weight, reps and rest intervals.

5026-W06 8 Sessions - $99 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 18 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center 2 nd Floor Cafeteria Kathy Brazil No Class Jan 21, Jan 28 & Feb 18

Aerobics & Strength Aerobic Fitness  Increase your fitness level, improve your posture, experience more endurance and strengthen your heart while burning fat to great music! Bring a mat.

5001-W05 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center Chris Bue

12 Sessions - $69 5:30 - 6:30 pm Studio 301

5001-W06 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Mar 27 Edina Community Center Katherine McGraw

11 Sessions - $54 8:00 - 8:50 am Studio 301 No Class Feb 20

5001-W07 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center Chris Bue

11 Sessions - $64 5:30 - 6:30 pm Studio 301 No Class Jan 24

5001-W08 Fridays, Jan 11 - Mar 29 Edina Community Center Chris Bue

11 Sessions - $64 8:00 - 9:00 am Studio 301 No Class Jan 25

5001-W09 Saturdays, Jan 5 - Mar 30 Edina Community Center Chris Bue

12 Sessions - $69 8:00 - 9:00 am Studio 301 No Class Jan 26

Aerobic Conditioning  Get moving toward more strength, endurance, flexibility and balance in this new class. We will cover it all in just 50 minutes!

Instructor: Catherine Earley

Aerobic Intervals

Body Shape for Women

 A workout that works! A 1:1 ratio of intense work and active rest to give you a fat- burning and calorie- kicking class. We warm up before and cool down after and have fun the entire time! Instructor: Catherine Earley

 Work with dumbbells, balance balls, bands and body weight to achieve your new look: strong, sculpted and balanced. This is the workout you need to increase bone density and metabolism. Instructor: Catherine Earley

5007-W07 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $79 8:00 - 9:00 am Studio 335

5003-W05 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $79 9:00 - 10:00 am Studio 335

5007-W08 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $79 8:00 - 9:00 am Studio 335

5003-W06 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $79 9:00 - 10:00am Studio 335

Cardio Core Fusion

Body Shape for Women 55+

 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. Instructor: Katherine McGraw

 Increase your strength, balance and flexibility in this fun and lively noon class. We work with weights, bands, balls and our bodies to become healthy and happy! Instructor: Catherine Earley

5023-W05 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $79 9:45 - 10:45 am Studio 301 No Class Feb 21

Cardio Strength and Core  Do you want it all in one high energy workout? Cardio-kick, tabata intervals and drills, combined with weight lifting and muscle work. End with core work including Pilates mat exercises. Bring a mat. Instructor: Anne Hussian 5011-W04 10 Sessions - $79 Mondays, Jan 7-Mar 25 6:00-7:00pm Edina Community Center Studio 335 No Class Jan 21 and Feb 18

5002-W05 10 Sessions - $49 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 8:00 - 8:50 am Edina Community Center Studio301 No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18

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5061-W05 10 Sessions - $67 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 12:00 - 1:00 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301 No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18 5061-W06 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Mar 27 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $79 12:00 - 1:00pm Studio 301

5061-W07 Fridays, Jan 11 - Mar 29 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $79 12:00 - 1:00 pm Studio 301

Weights & Circuit Training  Learn proper techniques, progression of speed, and general all-around muscle strength through circuit training with resistance machines and free weights. ECC Weight Room – inside Door # 9. Coach: Paul Miller.

5097-W07 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $59 9:00 - 10:30 am Weight Room

5097-W08 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $59 9:00 - 10:30 am Weight Room

Senior Sit Fit

WOW—Women On Weights

 A class designed to strengthen your muscles and loosen your joints--you will leave feeling energized and stronger! We walk around the room to warm up, and then work to strengthen upper and lower large muscle groups while seated. We will use hand weights and exercise balls. Expect to improve your balance and overall conditioning! Dress comfortably and come ready to have fun while we exercise. Instructor: Laurel Jung

 This program is designed to introduce women to the world of weight training using state-of-the-art circuit training weight equipment. Build muscle tone and bone mass.

After completing this introductory session, Women on Weights offers an inexpensive 12 month membership. Call 952-848-3952 for details. Instructor: Carol Fredrickson

5046-W07 10 Sessions - $74 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 10:30 - 11:30 am Edina Senior Center Grandview Room No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18

5014-W06 Tue/Thu, Jan 8 - Jan 17 Edina Community Center

4 Sessions - $30 10:00 - 11:00 am Room 316

Men’s and Women’s Low Impact

5014-W07 Tue/Thu, Feb 5 - Feb 14 Edina Community Center

4 Sessions - $30 10:00 - 11:00 am Room 316

 An overall low-impact fitness class.

Cardiovascular strength and endurance designed with active baby boomers in mind but welcoming to all adults working at their own intensity for a satisfying workout. Class will also include core conditioning, stretching and a relaxing cooldown. Bring a mat.

5014-W08 Wednesdays, Mar 6 - Mar 27 Edina Community Center

4 Sessions - $30 1:00 - 2:00 pm Room 316

Low Impact Senior Low Impact Fitness  A fun-filled class designed to get you moving and keep you active! It’s the format you love with a little extra added spice. This class is designed to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels. The class begins by walking, then advances to aerobic activity. The last half of the class is done in a chair, where we will do a variety of exercises and stretches. Carry your exercise shoes to class. Instructor: Julie Appel

5046-W08 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Senior Center

12 Sessions - $89 10:30 - 11:30 am Grandview Room

Tai Chi Tai Chi Gong  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 limitations.

5040-W05 12 Sessions - $119 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Mar 27 10:00 - 11:15 am Edina Community Center Studio 331 Jean Waddington 5040-W06 Fridays, Jan 11 - Mar 22 Edina Senior Center Yang Ye

Tai Chi for Beginners  Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi, practiced world-wide for its health benefits. Tai chi reduces stress while improving strength, flexibility and balance. We use Yang-style Tai Chi, the most popular Tai Chi form practiced around the world. Instructor: Kelli Tennyson

5005-W05 12 Sessions - $86 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 6:30 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center Studio Room 301 Julie Appel 5005-W06

11 Sessions - $72 Saturdays, Jan 12 - Mar 23 9:00 - 9:55 am Edina Community Center

Studio 301 Mary Ann Dobesh/Katherine McGraw

5050-W05 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Feb 14 Edina Community Center

6 Sessions - $59 6:00 - 7:00 pm Studio 331

5050-W06 Thursdays, Feb 21 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

6 Sessions - $59 6:00 - 7:00 pm Studio 331

Tai Chi— Intermediate/Advanced  We will expand upon the Yang form learned in Tai Chi for Beginners. You will be work toward learning the entire Traditional Yang 108 form. Instructor: Kelli Tennyson

5024-W06 10 Sessions - $74 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 8:30 - 9:30 am Edina Senior Center Grandview Room No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18

5051-W05 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Feb 14 Edina Community Center

5024-W07 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Senior Center

5051-W06 Thursdays, Feb 21 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $89 8:00 - 9:00 am Grandview Room

11 Sessions - $89 8:10 - 9:00 am Grandview Room

6 Sessions - $59 7:05 - 8:05 pm Studio 331 6 Sessions - $59 7:05 - 8:05 pm Studio 331

Teach a course!

We need you to share your passion and expertise. Enthusiastic, communityoriented instructors are the heart of our community education programs. You can contribute to our mission of enriching lives to strengthen community.

Contact Marsha Buchok: marbuchok@edina.k12.mn.us

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Find a fitness routine that works for YOU Tuesday

Wednesday

Aerobic Intervals Zumba Gold Weights & Circuit Body Shape Sr. Water Aerobics Pilates Yoga Core

Midday

Aerobic Conditioning Sr. Low Impact Sr. Water Aerobics Int. Pilates

Yoga for Life - Beg/Int Water Stretch/Tone Core Pilates Sr. Sit Fit 55+ Body Shape

Evening

Morning

Monday

Int. Yoga Cardio Strength/Core Zumba Kettlebells Deep Water Excercise

Aerobic Fitness Tai Chi Gong

Ab Strengthener Arthritis Aquatics Yoga for Life Gentle Pilates Barre Safe & Gentle Pilates

Pilates Yoga Core Aerobic Fitness Yoga for Life - Beg/Int Low Impact Yoga for Life - Int/Ad

55+ Body Shape Yoga Flow

Thursday Aerobic Intervals Sr. Low Impact Decades of Dance Weights & Circuit Body Shape Sr. Water Aerobics Pilates Yoga Core Yoga for Life - V. Gentle Cardio Core Fusion Water Stretch/Tone Sen. Sit Fit Yoga for Life - Beg/Int

Friday Aerobic Fitness Tai Chi Gong Int. Yoga Yoga for Life - Gentle Zumba

Saturday Aerobic Fitness Pilates Fore Golf Low Impact Water Aerobics Yoga for Life Zumba

Yoga for Life Very Gentle

Miss a class? Don’t Sweat.

Pilates Mat Fusion Restorative Yoga Zumba Yoga for Life - Beg/Int Water Aerobics

Yoga Flow Aerobic Fitness Tai Chi - Beg. Tai Chi - Int/Adv Aqua Zumba Zumba

If you miss a fitness class during the session, you may attend any fitness class as a make-up for FREE. Check our website for a complete fitness timetable.

Yoga + Pilates Yoga for Life— Beginning / Intermediate

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

Classic hatha yoga is slower-paced and more relaxed than the more strenuous styles, while still challenging and very effective. A great value for 13 weeks of 90 minute sessions! Bring a mat. Instructor: Wendy Anderson 5053-W05 Saturdays, Jan 5 - Mar 30 Edina Community Center

13 Sessions - $155 9:00 - 10:30 am Studio 335

 In-depth instruction in classic hatha yoga for beginners and continuing students. You’ll become stronger, more flexible, balanced, relaxed, and calm. Learn warm-up stretches and beginning yoga poses along with breathing, relaxation, and centering methods; add more challenging poses 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 the more strenuous styles, while still challenging and very effective. A great value for 3 months of 90 minute sessions! Bring a mat. Instructor: Wendy Anderson 5044-W05 10 Sessions - $119 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 9:30 - 11:00 am Edina Community Center Studio 335 No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18 5044-W06 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $144 5:30 - 7:00 pm Studio 335

5044-W07 12 Sessions - $144 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Mar 27 6:30 - 8:00 pm Edina Community Center Studio 335 5044-W08 12 Sessions - $144 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Edina Community Center Studio 335

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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.

5060-W06 9 Sessions - $77 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 18 5:00 - 5:50 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301

No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18 5060-W07 9 Sessions - $84 Fridays, Jan 11 - Mar 22 9:10 - 10:15 am Edina Community Center Studio 301 Sydney Holly No Class Jan 25 & Feb 1

Yoga for Life— Intermediate / Advanced  Take your practice to the next level in this fun and challenging class! In-depth classic Hatha yoga with warm-up stretches, beginning through advanced level poses, and additional breathing, relaxation, and meditation practices.

Work at your own pace in a supportive, noncompetitive environment. A great value for a 12 week, 100 minute class! Bring a mat. Instructor: Wendy Anderson 5055-W09 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $159 7:05 - 8:45 pm Studio 335

Pilates Fore Golf - Men Only

Yoga for Life—Gentle

 Pilates Fore Golf focuses on moves that improve performance on the golf course.

Training improves balance and flexibility as well as body and spine alignment for your golf swing. Keep your swing up to par for the winter. Instructor: Joan Mielke Nimmerfroh

 A gentle series of warm-up exercises and yoga poses, along with breathing, centering, and relaxation methods for those 55+ or anyone looking for an easier yoga class. Get rid of aches and pains, improve flexibility and joint mobility, strength, and balance. You’ll be more relaxed and sleep and feel better. Sign up for one or more sessions per week. Bring a mat.

Instructor: Wendy Anderson 5049-W06 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 Edina Senior Center

12 Sessions - $119 10:15 - 11:30 am Grandview Room

5049-W07 Fridays, Jan 11 - Mar 29 Edina Senior Center

12 Sessions - $119 9:15 - 10:30 am Grandview Room

5078-W05 Saturdays, Jan 12 - Feb 23 Edina Community Center

6 Sessions - $79 8:30 - 9:30 am Studio 318 No Class Feb 2

5078-W06 6 Sessions - $79 Saturdays, Mar 2 - Apr 20 8:30 - 9:30 am Edina Community Center Studio 318 No Class Mar 30 & Apr 6

Yoga for Life—Very Gentle  Similar to Gentle Yoga with slightly shorter and easier sessions, and adaptable for those who cannot get down on the floor. Gentle stretches and yoga poses along with breathing, centering, and relaxation methods. Get rid of aches and pains, improve flexibility and joint mobility, strength, and balance. You’ll be more relaxed, sleep and feel better! Sign up for one or more sessions per week. Bring a mat.

Instructor: Wendy Anderson 5048-W06 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Senior Center

12 Sessions - $107 9:10 - 10:15 am Grandview Room

5048-W07 Fridays, Jan 11 - Mar 29 Edina Senior Center

12 Sessions - $107 10:40 - 11:45 am Grandview Room

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. Elevator inside Door # 2. Instructor: Joanne Gordon 5066-W05 Wednesdays, Jan 23 - Feb 27 Edina Community Center

6 Sessions - $59 5:15 - 6:15 pm Studio 318

Yoga Flow

 Continuous flowing movements combined with traditional yoga postures set to creative music makes this an effective workout. Class begins with warm-up exercises, then moves to standing postures and ends with seated postures. Instructor: Joanne Gordon 5065-W06 9 Sessions - $97 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Mar 20 1:00 - 2:15 pm Edina Community Center Studio 335

No Class Jan 16 & Feb 20 5065-W07 Thursdays, Jan 24 - Mar 21 Edina Community Center

8 Sessions - $86 5:15 - 6:30 pm Studio 335 No Class Feb 21

Intermediate Pilates

Pilates Pilates Yoga Core  Center your body through a modified series of yoga poses, Pilates exercises, weights and small equipment. Get the most out of your time. Basic Pilates principles applied. Tuesday and Thursday morning classes are 70 minutes.

Tuesday afternoon class is 50 minutes. Bring a mat. Instructor: Joan Mielke Nimmerfroh 5042-W05 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 19 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $134 9:00 - 10:10 am Studio 331

5042-W06 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 21 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $134 9:00 - 10:10 am Studio 331

5042-W07 Tuesdays, Jan 15 - Mar 19 Edina Community Center

10 Sessions - $89 4:00 - 4:50 pm Studio 335

Core Pilates

 Focus is on the basic Pilates core work including balance, posture & exercises. Class designed to master the correct movement of the body to achieve the most out of all fitness classes. Bring a mat. Instructor: Joan Mielke Nimmerfroh 5012-W05 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $124 10:20 - 11:20 am Studio 331 No Class Jan 21

Pilates Barre

 Need a challenge for your core? Bender Balls, 2 pound weighted balls, and balance to maximize your abs. Increased flexibility & strength as well as improved posture are outcomes of a well-developed strong core. Bring a mat. Instructor: Joan Mielke Nimmerfroh 5020-W05 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $124 9:15 - 10:15 am Studio 331 No Class Jan 21

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 over-all tone.

Bring a mat along with an open mind and body. Instructor: Mary Ann Dobesh 5043-W05 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Mar 27 Edina Community Center

12 Sessions - $110 5:00 - 5:55 pm Studio 301

Safe and Gentle Pilates

 A class for pre/post-surgery, chemo, joint replacement or stroke patients to get back into regular life! Breathing, stretching and balanced movements are done sitting, standing or lying down. There is an elevator inside Door # 2 to the 3rd floor studio. Instructor: Joan Mielke Nimmerfroh 5009-W09 Tuesdays, Jan 15 - Mar 12 Edina Community Center

9 Sessions - $89 11:30 am - 12:20 pm Studio 331

 Hottest new workout! Balance core class utilizing the barre with resistance. Great addition and challenge to Pilates mat. A must try! Small group & an economic way to maintain reformer work. Instructor: Joan Miekle Nimmerfroh 5077-W05 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 19 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $124 10:15 - 11:15 am Studio 335

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Zumba + Dance Zumba  Zumba is a fitness class that combines dance & fitness moves. Inspired by Latin dance music & international rhythms, Zumba uses a variety of styles in its routines, including Cumbia, Merengue, salsa, reggaeton, mambo, rumba, cha-cha & hip hop. Music selections include both fast & slow rhythms to help tone & sculpt the body. You could burn between 350 to 1100 calories per class, but it all depends on how you exert yourself. Ditch the workout. Join the party!

5018-W06 11 Sessions - $99 Saturdays, Jan 12 - Mar 23 10:00 - 11:00 am Edina Community Center Studio 301 Mary Ann Dobesh/Katherine McGraw 5018-W05 10 Sessions - $92 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 6:00 - 7:00 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301 Katherine McGraw No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18 5018-W07 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Mar 27 Edina Community Center Mary Ann Dobesh

12 Sessions - $109 6:00 - 7:00 pm Studio 301

5018-W11 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 21 Edina Community Center Deepali Roth

11 Sessions - $92 7:35 - 8:35 pm Studio 301

5018-W09 Fridays, Jan 18 - Mar 22 Edina Community Center Vanessa Dembo

10 Sessions - $92 10:30 - 11:30 am Studio 301

 Zumba Gold modifies the moves and pacing to suit your needs! Inspired by Latin dance music & international rhythms, Zumba uses a variety of styles in its routines, including cumbia, merengue, salsa, reggaeton, mambo, rumba, cha-cha & hip hop. Music selections include both fast and slow rhythms to help tone & sculpt the body. You can burn between 350 to 1100 calories per class, but it all depends on how you exert yourself... Ditch the workout.

Join the Party! Instructor: Katherine McGraw 11 Sessions - $99 8:45 - 9:45 am Studio 301 No Class Feb 19

Zumba Family Event —see page 14 Aqua Zumba —see page 22

 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 arm work, basic turns and rhythmic marking steps, and most importantly, how to laugh at yourself!

Instructor: Kristina de Sacramento 5310-W09 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Feb 5 Edina Community Center

5 Sessions - $69 7:40 - 8:40 pm Studio 318

Decades of Dance

Zumba Gold

5019-W08 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Mar 26 Edina Community Center

Flamenco Dance from the Ground Up

 This is a unique class set to various decades of music such as the 40s, 50s, 70s & today. A variety of fun yet simple dance moves & 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! Instructor: Katherine McGraw 5313-W05 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Edina Community Center

11 Sessions - $79 8:45 - 9:45 am Studio 301

Dancing Like the Stars Ballroom Dance  Tired of just watching? In just three sessions, you’ll experience the thrill of learning four classic ballroom dances: the Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot and Tango! Couples only, please.

Instructor: Monica Mohn 5301-W06 Fridays, Jan 18 - Feb 1 Edina Community Center

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3 Sessions - $59/pair 7:30 - 8:50 pm Studio 301

Learn To Dance—Men Only  You can dance! This introductory class will teach you to hear the beat of the music and get your body and feet to respond. General dance principles for the following music: fast swing, slow rhythm and Latin motion. These principles will then be applied to East Coast Swing, Nite Club 2 Step and Rumba. Instructor Denny Hukriede has been teaching dance for the past 8 years and recognizes the special attention that guys need on the dance floor!

5314-W04 Wednesdays, Jan 23 - Feb 13 Edina Community Center

4 Sessions - $49 7:15 - 8:30 pm Studio 301

Country Dancing  There is Country Dancing in the Twin Cities!

If you like country music, why not learn to dance to it? Learn the basic Country 2 Step, the popular Electric Slide and the Arizona 2 Step. Singles and couples welcome. Instructor: Dennis Hukriede 5312-W07 3 Sessions - $29/$49 pair Mondays, Jan 28 - Feb 11 7:15 - 8:15 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301

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 Friday nights are for dancing! No experience or partner needed - just come as you are and enjoy great music to get your feet movin’ and your hips groovin’. Instructor: Monica Mohn Brazilian Samba Dance Line 5331-W11 1 Session - $12/$20 pair Friday, Jan 11 7:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301

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Party Dance Line 5331-W12 1 Session - $12/$20pair Friday, Feb 8 7:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301

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Country Dance Line 5331-W13 1 Session - $12/$20 pair Friday, Mar 1 7:30 - 8:30 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301

Mad Men Social Style Dancing  Re-live the 1960’s” Mad Men” style ... but without the drinking and smoking! Whether you are fan of the TV show or just want to try something a bit different, this evening workshop is devoted to 3 dances that were popular with the “in” crowd of Madison Avenue. Learn the Bossa Nova, Mambo and the Cha Cha Cha - and be prepared for a great time.

Because of the nature of the dances, this is a couples-only class. Instructor: Monica Mohn 5305-W05 Tuesday, Jan 29 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $39/pair 7:45 - 9:00 pm Studio 301

Latin Rhythm Dancing  In this morning class, we will dance a fun journey through different Latin Rhythms: Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Lambada, Cumbia, Samba and more! Enjoying the music, you’ll coordinate movements of your body, learning the basic steps of the different styles. Great exercising and good for your soul. No experience necessary, no partner needed. Instructor: Carmen Freire 5311-W10 Tuesdays, Feb 12 - Mar 19 Edina Community Center

6 Sessions - $59 8:30 - 9:25 am Studio 330

Swing Dance  It’s about turns and spins in this dance! In no time you will be twirling to the fabulous Swing. So grab a partner - get ready for four fun nights of dance! Couples only, please.

Instructor: Monica Mohn 5306-W10 4 Sessions - $59/pair Tuesdays, Feb 19 - Mar 12 7:45 – 8:45 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301

Salsa Dance Workshop  Learn the fun, sultry salsa in only one night!

By the end of the evening you will be spinning, turning and ready to enjoy a night out on the town. Singles welcome. Open to teens and adults. Instructor: Monica Mohn 5307-W01 1 Session - $15/person $26/pair Friday, Feb 22 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center Studio 301

Discovering Sole-to-Soul Connection Through Dance!

Adult Tap and Jazz Day and evening dance classes For details, contact Tracy Doheny Erickson at 952.914.9447 or tracy@ sweetfeetdance.com Class information online at www.sweetfeetdance.com

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Aquatics

Gently resistant. Refreshing. Buoyant.

Questions about Aquatics? Contact Kay Zuccaro 952-848-3965

Adult Open Swim

Swimming Lessons

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

Swimming Lessons for Adults Who Are Afraid of Water  Start conquering your fear of swimming and join this small, non-intimidating class. Focus is on water safety, swimming skills, and feeling safe and comfortable in the water. Prerequisite: none. Instructor: Kay Zuccaro.

5141-J01 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Jan 30 Valley View Middle School

 This class is for adults who have little or no experience with swimming. You will work at your own pace in this relaxed and non-intimidating class. Prerequisites: none.

Instructor: Kay Zuccaro 5141-J02 Wednesdays, Feb 6 - Feb 27 Valley View Middle School

4 Sessions - $75 6:30 - 7:15 pm Pool

11 Sessions - $66 6:15 - 7:15 am Pool

5100-J02 Thursdays, Jan 17 - Mar 28 South View Middle School

11 Sessions - $66 6:15 - 7:15 am Pool

Try It! Come try a water exercise class for $8 per class. Please pay instructor with a check payable to Edina Public Schools.

4 Sessions - $75 6:30 - 7:15 pm Pool

Adult Swimming Lessons – Beginner

5100-J01 Tuesdays, Jan 15 - Mar 26 South View Middle School

Senior Water Aerobics

Deep Water Exercise

 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. Instructor: Kay Zuccaro

 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. Instructor: Lavinia Pottios

5110-J01 10 Sessions - $70 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 9:00 - 10:00 am Edinborough Park Pool No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18

5170-J01 10 Sessions - $70 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 7:00 - 8:00 pm South View Middle School Pool No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18

Aqua Zumba

Adult Swimming Lessons – Beyond Beginner

5110-J02 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Feb 12 Edinborough Park

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

Have you wanted to improve your swimming skills? Come to this small, non-intimidating class, where students work at their own pace.

Prerequisites: Must be able to float on your front and back. Instructor: Kay Zuccaro

5110-J03 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Feb 14 Edinborough Park

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

 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 low-impact workout. Aqua fitness shoes recommended.Instructor: Jessamine Jensen

5110-J04 Tuesdays, Feb 19 - Mar 26 Edinborough Park

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

5151-J01 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Mar 28 Valley View Middle School

5110-J05 Thursdays, Feb 21 - Mar 28 Edinborough Park

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

Water Aerobics

5140-J03 Wednesdays, Mar 6 - Mar 27 Valley View Middle School

4 Sessions - $75 6:30 - 7:15 pm Pool

Water Excercise 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.

Instructor: Kay Zuccaro 5103-J01 Tuesdays, Jan 8 - Feb 12 Edinborough Park

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

5103-J02 Tuesdays, Feb 19 - Mar 26 Edinborough Park

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

Water Stretch and Tone  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. Instructor: Kay Zuccaro 5120-J01 10 Sessions - $70 Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 25 10:00 - 11:00 am Edinborough Park Pool No Class Jan 21 & Feb 18 5120-J02 Thursdays, Jan 10 - Feb 14 Edinborough Park

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

5120-J03 Thursdays, Feb 21 - Mar 28 Edinborough Park

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

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12 Sessions - $84 7:30 - 8:30 pm Pool

 Are you looking for a fun way to work out?

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! Instructor: Kay Zuccaro 5150-J01 Wednesdays, Jan 9 - Mar 27 Valley View Middle School 5150-J02 Saturdays, Jan 26 - Mar 23 Valley View Middle School

12 Sessions - $84 7:15 - 8:15 pm Pool 8 Sessions - $56 9:00 - 10:00 am Pool No Class Feb 16

Nutritional Weight and Wellness — Six Week Series

Food, mind and body connection

“I loved the Nutritional Weight + Wellness Series!

I highly recommend it.

I learned simple ways to eat real food that have a positive effect on the mind/ body connection. I received friendly-recipes my family loves and I feel good about serving.”

- Stacey Thiele, class participant

 Would you like an eating plan that makes sense? One with delicious, real food? Want to eat in a way that improves your health along with your metabolism? Increase energy, eliminate cravings, reduce pain, stabilize blood sugar, maintain a healthy weight, and balance your moods by following our balanced eating plan. You will feel better than you have in years. Strategies for change and group support help keep you motivated. The course is taught

by Certified Nutrition Educators trained

by Darlene Kvist, licensed and practicing nutritionist for over 20 years. Cost includes a nutrition manual and Dishing Up Nutrition guide by Darlene Kvist. Sign up with a friend and you both receive $25 off.

6044-W04 Tuesdays, Mar 19 - Apr 16 Edina Community Center

4 Sessions - $249 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Room 311 No Class Apr 2

Health + Wellness Posture, Get It Straight!  Posture affects how you look, how you feel, and how others perceive you. Poor posture is the #1 cause of back and neck discomfort and can lead to a lifetime of annoying aches and pains. By improving your posture, you improve the health and comfort of your spine. You will learn tips and techniques that will improve alignment immediately. We will discuss back-friendly ways to adjust your computer workstations or desk, how to adjust your car seat to help your posture, beneficial sleeping/ resting/reading positions and much more!

Instructor: Janice Novak 5204-W04 1 Session - $29/person $49/ pair Monday, Jan 28 6:00 - 7:30 pm Edina Community Center Room 311

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.

5219-W09 Wednesday, Feb 6 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $29 7:00 - 9:00 pm Room 311

Abdominal Strengtheners that Won’t Strain Your Back or Neck

Jump Start Your Metabolism— Nutritional Weight and Wellness

 The problem with most ab exercises is they put too much stress on back and neck joints and don’t strengthen the most important layer of abdominal muscle - the layer responsible for flattening your stomach, shaping your waistline and supporting your lower back.

In this workshop, you will learn a series of extremely effective exercises that will quickly strengthen your abdominals without stressing your neck or back – all done without having to get onto the floor. No crunches allowed.

Instructor: Janice Novak

 Is it harder for you to maintain a healthy weight or lose weight than it once was? Have you tried several diets, but had trouble keeping the weight off? Do cravings sabotage your good intentions? Nutritional Weight & Wellness has a healthier, saner approach for lifelong weight control. Learn how eating real foods in balance can help you lose weight, eliminate cravings and increase energy. This interactive class explains how your food choices, blood sugar levels and essential fatty acids affect your energy and your ability to lose or maintain weight. The course has been designed to meet continuing education criteria for registered nurses and is approved for 2.4 CEU’s. All are welcome.

5206-W06 1 Session - $29/person $49 /pair Tuesday, Feb 12 10:00 - 11:30 am Edina Community Center Room 311

Red Cross CPR/AED  This Red Cross certification course will help you recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac and breathing emergencies. You will learn skills necessary to provide care until more advanced medical personnel arrive.

Instructor: Lavinia Pottios 5213-W06 Thursday, Mar 7 Edina Community Center

1 Session - $59 5:30 - 9:30 pm Room 329

6040-W09 1 Session - $29 /person $49/pair Thursday, Mar 21 7:00 - 9:00 pm Edina Community Center Room 311

Food Labels – Is Food Taking You by Surprise?

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Metro South is a Minnesota Department of Education site for Eden Prairie, Edina, Richfield, and Bloomington school districts. We offer free Adult ESL, GED, Adult Diploma, and College Prep classes with a small voluntary materials fee.

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

METRO SOUTH A D U LT B A S I C E D U C AT I O N 2575 West 88th St Bloomington, Mn 55431

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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.

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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.

For more information, visit our website www.edinacommunityed.org

Community Resources 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 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. For more information, Kristin Aarsvold: 952-826-0433.

Edina Resource Center (ERC) is a CONNECTOR! We take the time to help connect individuals and families to the resources and information they need. We are a collaboration of the City of Edina, Edina Public Schools, and Edina Community Education. We can help with childcare information, education information, energy/ food/and housing assistance, health supports, immigrant services, family and individual supports, caregiver supports, tax supports, and general community and city information.

Give us a call at 952-848-3936

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We offer a specialized focus on gynecology and gynecologic surgery using the latest medical equipment and techniques.

Your partner in women’s health

Edward M. Beadle, MD

We understand you keep a demanding schedule so we perform many diagnostic and outpatient procedures right in our office. well woman care [annual exams] n mammography n ultrasound n lab services bone density scans n urodynamics n minor surgery n biofeedback n urogynecology minimally invasive surgery n robotic surgery n clinical research n community education

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We founded our clinic keeping in mind four things you deserve from us—  the best medical care  focused attention  convenience  value

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CHEER FOR EDINA Edina Public Schools (EPS) offers adults age 55 and better plus one guest a free pass to theatrical, musical or home-played athletic events.

To qualify for this benefit, you must live in the EPS District and be 55 years of age or older.

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Visit www.edina.k12.mn.us or call 952-848-3952.

Use Your Events Card! a sampling of upcoming events

January 7 Varsity Wrestling, 7:00pm, EHS 18-19 Valley View Gr. 6/7 Play 7:00 pm, VVMS Theater 25-26 EHS One Act Play, 7:00 pm, EPAC 29 Girls Varsity Basketball, 7:00 pm, EHS

February 1-2 EHS Winter Play, 7:00 pm, EPAC 21-23 Boys Varsity Swim + Dive Section Tournament, SVMS Pool 22-23 EHS POPS Concert, 7:00 pm, Fick Aud. 26 Masterworks Choral Concert, 6:00 & 8:00 pm, Fick Aud. 28 District Jazz Band Concert, 7-8:30 pm, SVMS Aud. 28- 3/2 EHS POPS Concert, 7:00 pm, Fick Aud.

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2,010 Edina students cast their ballots in the third Kids Voting-Edina. Polls were open at all Edina polling locations as well as before school at Edina High School. Over 100 community volunteers staffed the polls and high school volunteers tabulated the results.

Kids Voting Edina is a partnership of Edina Public Schools, the City of Edina and Connecting With Kids. Full election results are avilable online at www.edina.k12.mn.us.

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Current number of State Championships held by Edina High School. This fall, girls tennis won their 16th consecutive title and girls swimming + diving brought home their 3rd win.

Last year, a group of EPS stakeholders worked collaboratively to develop the 2012-15 Strategic Plan. This plan, with its focus on the big 3 goals of personalized learning, comprehensive educational programs, and effective partnerships, creates a pathway for the District to establish the Next Generation of Edina Public Schools.

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Edina students are benefitting from refreshed technology in our schools. Community support for our 2011 technology and learning referendum is working to unleash student passion for lifelong learning.

42 Edina Seniors

Earned outstanding academic achievements in the National Merit Scholarship Program. This year, EHS recognitions include National Merit Semi-finalists, National Merit Commended Students, and a National Hispanic Recognition Student.

EDINA COMMUNITY Education

ENRICHING LIVES TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY Why Edina Community Education?

It’s simple, really. It’s about living and learning in a great community.

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. Please join us!

952-848-3952 www.edinacommunityed.org

EDINA FAMILY CENTER The Edina Family Center offers 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.

Call 952-848-3980.

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

Call 952-848-3952.

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.

Call 952-848-4924.

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.

YOUTH PROGRAMS KIDS Club / WISE Guys / SURGE KIDS Club (grades K-3), WISE Guys (grades 4-5), and SURGE (grades 6-9) provide highquality, nationally-certified enrichment and care before and after school, on release days and during the summer. Call 952-848-3947.

Classes and Camps Youth classes and camps for ages 3-18 extend beyond school walls, offering personalized learning opportunities not available during the traditional school day. Drivers education and college preparation courses are also offered.

Call 952-848-3952.

Youth Serving Youth Youth Serving Youth (YSY) at Edina High School provides student leadership opportunities, afterschool activities and oversees the community service academic letter.

Call 952-848-3124.

TOTE BAG GIVEAWAY Register early and win a free Edina Community Education recycled tote bag Happy holidays from Edina Community Education!

Be one of the first 150 people to register for a winter class and receive a free tote bag. Winners will be contacted in January and bags will be available to pick up in the Edina Community Center main office.

Edina Community Education Services 5701 Normandale Road Edina, MN 55424 952.848.3952

Edina Community Education Services is a program of Edina Public Schools

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Explore Spanish Culture through Language & Food Guatemalan Cooking - The Easy Way

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Everyone enjoys good food and welcomes simple ways of preparing meals to entertain friends and family. During this participatory class, Chef and cookbook author, Amalia Moreno-Damgaard will introduce you to the typical ingredients of Central American Guatemalan cuisine - corn, tomatoes, peppers, beans, plantains, tomatillos.

5021-W05 Thursday, Jan 24 6:30 - 8:30 pm

1 Session - $33 per person/$59 pair Edina Community Center, Room 165

Spanish Language Courses ¿Quieres hablar más español? Do you want to become more comfortable with your Spanish language skills by refining pronunciation and interacting with other people? Spanish language courses are available in beginner to advanced levels.

Visit edina.thatscommunityed.com - KEYWORD: Spanish

IN OUR COMMUNITY

An Evening with Jackie Roehl, MN Teacher of the Year What is it like to be a teacher in Edina’s current classrooms? Learn more by spending the evening with Edina High School English teacher Jackie Roehl, Minnesota’s 2012 Teacher of the Year. Hear about her passion for “Culturally Responsive Teaching,” as well as her experiences with Minnesota and National Teacher of the Year activities.

This event is free, and we ask that you register online by Friday, February 22. Your donation at the door will support Edina Community Education Services programs and services that help close achievement gaps in Edina Public Schools.

9111-W12 Tuesday, Feb 26 7:00 - 8:30 pm

1 Session - FREE Edina Community Center, Room 165

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