Hopkins Community Education Fall 2019 Adult Enrichment Catalog

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Hopkins Community Education Adult Enrichment

Fall 2019

Find your joy.

Bring your joy front and center with new experiences this fall!

In our fast-paced lives, it can be hard to dedicate time for experiences that bring us joy and connect us with others. That's where we can help! Whether you prefer to take a baby step or you are ready to dive into the deep end, Hopkins Community Education has curated an abundance of experiences for you to explore this fall. Trying something new can help you feel pride, triumph, or a sense of accomplishment. Curious? Sign up for a class or two this fall!

Explore a fresh lineup of fall classes and expand your horizons — registration is now open!

Intro to Fly Fishing

Crush Your Debt

Yoga Sculpt

Here's your chance to try it!

Gain financial freedom.

Not your average yoga class!

Discover how to knock out your debt more efficiently and how to make financial decisions to stay debt free.

Fly fishing is an exciting, immensely satisfying, and rewarding hobby!

Hobbies

Money & Business

Experience a challenging blend of yoga and strength training in this new class.

Fitness

Contents Hopkins Community Education Adult Enrichment

Adult Enrichment Classes

3 Art 8 Computer & Online Learning 10 Cooking 13 Fitness 17 Health & Wellness 19 Hobbies 22 Home & Garden 23 Money & Business 25 Music & Dance 28 Parenting 29 Special Interest 33 World Languages & Cultures

Community Connect: Classes & Resources 34 Adult Options In Education (English/ESL/GED), Project SOAR 35 Meet Your Community Organizations 37 Out & About 38 Hopkins Activity Center/Minnetonka Senior Services

Registration

39 Map of class locations, ResourceWest information 40 How to Register & Registration Form Register online: HopkinsCommunityEd.org

Connect with us: Facebook.com/HopkinsCommunityEducation

In our community

the people are the spirit Meet our new director of community education and engagement: Alex Fisher Hopkins Community Education is pleased to introduce Alex Fisher as our new director of community education and engagement for Hopkins Public Schools. Fisher is an authentically inclusive leader with a strong desire to serve the Hopkins Public Schools community.

"Hopkins is thrilled to welcome Mr. Fisher to our student-centered district," said Dr. Rhoda Mhiripiri-Reed, superintendent of Hopkins Public Schools. "Mr. Fisher brings many wonderful skills and qualities including instructional expertise, a student focus, a commitment to equity, and creative problem-solving approaches to community education and engagement. This is an exciting time for Hopkins!"

Fisher has worked with K-12 students, adult learners, and families for nearly 25 years in Minnesota, Washington, and California. He has a bachelor's degree in Spanish and psychology from the University of Minnesota, and a master's in education from the University of San Francisco. He also has a principal and community education licensure. He is fluent in Spanish and has participated in study and teaching abroad experiences in Costa Rica, Argentina, and Spain.

Fisher is a dedicated husband, father of three, and happy dog owner. He enjoys running, baking, biking, and playing the guitar. He is passionate about the Hopkins schools' community and eager to be part of Vision 2031.

Hopkins Community Education Directory Adult & Youth Enrichment Registration and Information: 952-988-4070 Weather Hotline: 952-988-4019 call for weather-related class and activity cancellations

PROGRAMS Adult Enrichment: 952-988-4070 Adult Options In Education (ESL classes & GED testing):

952-988-5343 Conference & Event Services Rent our spaces:

952-988-4072 Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE): 952-988-5000 Early Childhood Screening:

952-988-5017 Eisenhower Observatory:

952-988-4070 Eisenhower Observatory Weather Line:

952-988-4114 Hop-Kids preschool-age activities:

952-988-4070 Hopkins Preschools:

952-988-5000 Kids & Company (School-age Care):

952-988-4080 Lindbergh Center: 952-988-4519 MoveFwd: 952-988-TEEN Parent Education: 952-988-4070 Project SOAR (Adults with Disabilities):

952-401-6818 Youth Enrichment: 952-988-4070

LOCATIONS Community Education Office: 952-988-4070 Eisenhower Community Center, Room 170 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins 55305 M, W, F: 8 am-4:30 pm and Tu, Th: 7:30 am-6 pm Harley Hopkins Family Center 952-988-5000 125 Monroe Avenue S., Hopkins 55343 ResourceWest 952-988-5350 1011 First Street S., Hopkins 55343 Lindbergh Center 952-988-4519 2700 Lindbergh Dr., Minnetonka 55305 Hopkins Community Education provides lifelong learning options for all ages in our community through enrichment classes, adult basic education, volunteer opportunities, and programs that support children, youth, and families. Funding for Hopkins Community Education is provided through participation fees plus state and federal dollars that allow us to offer free, sliding-fee, and fee-based programming.

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From the Coordinator Fall! It’s here — and for most of us, regardless of age or stage in life, we feel the pulse of the back-to-school time and look forward to what the year will bring.

We live in a unique and sometimes tumultuous time never knowing what will come next. The daily news is enough to provoke exhaustion. Stories of hardship, difficulty, political strife, and natural disaster show up at every turn throughout our days. Many of us are actively seeking respite from the overload of challenging news and anxietyridden times. We need our community — the group of supportive people who hold us up, bolster our confidence, share our joys and sorrows, and make life sweet.

Hopkins Community Education is constantly striving to be that place. While offering classes and activities is a large part of community education, creating community and building opportunities to cultivate relationships is even more important. That element of engagement is woven into every one of our opportunities with intention.

As Hopkins Public Schools moves from Great to World Class, we want the Hopkins community to feel emboldened to move our neighborhoods in that same direction. We need the respite and support of a strong community and solid relationships in order to see that happen.

Join us in Hopkins Community Education this fall. Our new catalog offers nearly 300 opportunities for adults to learn a skill, meet a new friend, build relationships, and find refuge from the daily grind and challenges of our times — all in the name of a world class community.

Happy Fall!

Andrea Sjogren, Adult Program Coordinator

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Art classes empower you to refine your senses and explore your passion to create

Unique art forms for you to explore!

NEW! Metal Tooling/RepoussĂŠ Irene Sherman

Metal embossing is used to impart a 3-D design on metal sheets. The metal is pushed with a tool or stylus in order to create a raised effect on the opposite side. Once you learn the basic skills, you can emboss any design! $5 supply fee payable to instructor in class. ** #1018: 1 session Sat., Sept. 21 Eisenhower Community Center 206

$35 12:30-2:30 pm

Adjustable Wire-Wrapped Cabochon Ring Irene Sherman

Cabochons are not just for pendants! The cabochon ring's simplicity gives it a wonderful classic look you'll love.

Come and create a wire-wrapped cabochon ring in this fun workshop. $5 materials fee payable to instructor in class. ** #1029: 1 session - limit 10 Sat., Sept. 21 Eisenhower Community Center 206

$35 10:00 am-12:00 pm

NEW! Beginning & Ongoing Printmaking for Fine Art Prints Karen Rognsvoog

Learn to carve an image on a linoleum block and print multiple images from that block. Work with water-based inks and Japanese rice papers. Reduction prints, rainbow roll, and other design options will be covered. Woodcut carving will also be offered to students with carving experience. $25 materials fee payable to instructor in first class. #1013: 6 sessions $89 A: Fri., Sept. 20-Oct. 25 9:30 am-12:00 pm B: Fri., Nov. 1-Dec. 13 9:30 am-12:00 pm No class Nov. 29 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203, all sections

Nordic-Inspired Surface Design: Block Printing on Fabric Karen Rognsvoog

Learn to carve on linoleum blocks, and use permanent fabric heat-set inks to print the design on fabric. Turn a simple design into a unique work of art for your table!

Bring a lunch. $20 supply fee payable to instructor in class. #1028: 1 session - limit 8 Sat., Dec. 14 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203

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Please note: Supply lists for some art classes are included in the class descriptions online at HopkinsCommunityEd.org and will be finalized one week before the start of your art class.

Please check online for supply lists for your class.

$69 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Bring the family to this adult/child class!

Two-Dimensional Pottery Ornaments Kathy Israel, Nancy Johnson

Calling all families! Children and parents/caregivers can make two-dimensional pottery ornaments for the holidays in the pottery lab. These ornaments are perfect for giving as gifts. Design and press out clay ornaments, use under glazes to color them, and emboss them with textures. Choose shapes, colors, and textures to use. Ornaments will be dried and kiln-fired. Ornament pick up will occur on Nov. 9 from 1:00-2:00 pm. #1001: 1 session - limit 14 Sat., Oct. 26

$39 1:00-3:00 pm

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Eisenhower Community Center 167

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Art

FALL 2019

Explore the sensory experience of working with clay.

Exploring Pottery

Beginning and Advanced Beginning Pottery

It's not too late to learn — adults at all levels of experience can develop pottery skills! Those with experience can explore more advanced techniques such as lids, handles, altering, pattern-making, and more. Unless you are a returning student, attendance is required at the first session. **

Beginners and more experienced potters — learn and develop the skills needed for hand building, wheel throwing, decorating, and glazing. Get messy and have fun as you make a variety of interesting and beautiful pieces. Those with experience will benefit from instruction in more advanced techniques such as complex shapes, lids, handles, altering, and more. Unless you are a returning student, attendance is required for the first session. **

Nancy Johnson

#1024: 9 sessions - limit 10 Wed., Sept. 18-Nov. 13 Eisenhower Community Center 167

Emma Konrad

$129 9:30 am-12:00 pm

Beginning Pottery with Steve Frederickson Steve Frederickson

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Pottery class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and firing fee.

Additional clay can be purchased. If you don’t have the basic tools, rent them in class for $3.

Curious about clay? Start your clay-learning process by mastering various hand-building methods and get an introduction to the potter's wheel. Steve will show you a wide-variety of techniques and give you lots of individual instruction as you create projects you choose. If you've always wanted to learn and experiment with pottery, this is the class for you! Students must be able to attend the first three sessions. ** #1017: 8 sessions - limit 5 Tu., Oct. 1-Nov. 19 Eisenhower Community Center 167

$114 6:30-9:00 pm

Continuing Pottery with Steve Frederickson

#1034: 8 sessions - limit 14 Wed., Sept. 25-Nov. 13 Eisenhower Community Center 167

$114 6:45-9:15 pm

Pottery on the Wheel — Advanced Taylor Van Clay

Express your passion for clay as you expand your pottery skills. Fine tune your throwing in areas of your choice while also engaging in artist critiques with peers to reflect and grow in your craft. This is an advanced class — there will be no instruction in the basics of throwing and glazing. Prerequisite: You must be able to comfortably throw a 6-inch cylinder on the wheel. ** #1031: 8 sessions - limit 9 Thurs., Sept. 26-Nov. 14 Eisenhower Community Center 167

$129 6:30-9:00 pm

Steve Frederickson

This hands-on class is an opportunity for students who have taken previous classes with Steve, or elsewhere, to continue to develop their pottery skills. Develop your personal style with clay and expand your creativity as an artist as you work on projects of your choice. ** #1011: 8 sessions - limit 9 Tu., Oct. 1-Nov. 19 Eisenhower Community Center 167

$114 6:30-9:00 pm

Pottery students — studio time for advancing your skill.

Open Pottery Studio

If you are taking a pottery class through Hopkins Community Education, Open Pottery Studio is an opportunity for you to work on a personal project or continue to work on your class projects. Hopkins Community Education pottery instructors supervise the open studio time. However, no instruction is provided. Open Pottery Studio fee does not include clay. You may use the clay from your class or purchase additional clay from instructor. These sessions are only open to current pottery students. ** #1020: 1 session $15 A: Sun., Sept. 29 11:00 am-2:00 pm B: Sun., Oct. 6 11:00 am-2:00 pm C: Sun., Oct. 13 11:00 am-2:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 167, all sections

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D: Sun., Oct. 20 E: Sun., Oct. 27 F: Sun., Nov. 3

11:00 am-2:00 pm 11:00 am-2:00 pm 11:00 am-2:00 pm

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Art

Explore your world through photography.

Photography Field Shoot

NEW! Smartphone Photography

Improve your ability to take pictures through a hands-on experience in the field with a professional photographer!

Bring your own camera and film, either 35 mm or digital.

Learn to take high-quality, engaging photos with the camera you take everywhere — your smartphone! Discuss simple tricks to make your smartphone photos works of art instead of just snapshots. No previous photography experience is necessary. Join us!

Randall Spotts

Rich Smith

#1102: 3 sessions - limit 14 $49 A: Sat., Sept. 28-Oct. 12 9:30-11:30 am B: Sat., Oct. 26-Nov. 9 9:30-11:30 am Eisenhower Community Center 111, all sections

The Art of Photography

#1023: 1 session $29 A: Thurs., Oct. 3 6:30-8:00 pm B: Wed., Nov. 20 6:30-8:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 213, all sections

Randall Spotts

Increase the artistic flair in your photography whether you use film or a digital camera. Learn to see and discover the visual and design elements that create better photos. Bring your own 35mm, digital, or even a disposable camera.

Concentrate on the composition of your work as you take photos between and during classes. #1100: 4 sessions - limit 14 A: Wed., Oct. 2-23 B: Tu., Nov. 5-26 Eisenhower Community Center 111

After taking your photos, organize them!

Find Photo Organization: Print and Digital in Hobbies on p. 21.

$69 7:00-9:00 pm 7:00-9:00 pm

Capture the light with mosaics and glass.

Glass Mosaic — Trivet or Sign

Glass Mosaic — Window or Table Lamp

Create a beautiful trivet or custom sign. All the cutting is already done and stencils are provided. The first night is dedicated to working on your project, having fun, and discovering your creative side. We use grout on the second night, so make sure to dress for a mess. Learn about glass cutting, mosaic resources, and more. Materials fees are payable to the instructor the first night. Each trivet is $15.

A variety of signs will be available in different sizes and prices, $14-$30. **

In two fun nights (with a little homework), learn how to mosaic a 20" x 25" four-pane window, or a 4" x 9" or 8" x 8" lamp with colorful glass. The glass is already cut and stencils are available to start the creative process.

You will attach the glass to your piece to create a custom, unique work of art! The second evening we will grout and learn about mosaics. Supply fee is $55 for window, $30 for lamp, and payable to instructor in class. **

Lindsey Guetter

#1236: 2 sessions - limit 12 Mon., Nov. 18 & 25 Eisenhower Community Center 206

Lindsey Guetter

$59 6:00-9:00 pm

#1238: 2 sessions - limit 12 Wed., Sept. 18 & 25 Eisenhower Elementary 232

$59 6:00-9:00 pm

Explore more hands-on classes in the Hobbies section on p. 19.

An exhibit of art works created by Hopkins Community Education adult enrichment students and their instructors

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Opening Reception: Dec. 5, 2019 6:00-8:00 pm

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Please note: Supply lists for some art classes are included in the class descriptions online at HopkinsCommunityEd.org and will be finalized one week before the start of your art class.

Please check online for supply lists for your class.

Open to the Public: Dec. 5, 2019—Jan. 5, 2020 Hopkins Center for the Arts 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins Hopkins Community Education |5

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FALL 2019

Learn to draw or enhance your skill with Jim Clark.

Drawing From Observation: Beginning Students Only

Drawing From Observation: Continuing Students Only

For beginners only! Learn to draw in this supportive class.

Gain confidence as you learn or enhance your drawing skills with Jim Clark. Explore the endless possibilities of different media — charcoal, graphite, and ink — and how to use them on different surfaces. You will create drawings and learn how to evaluate and talk about art in a positive environment. $20 supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

Continue to explore advanced drawing technique and gain confidence as you enhance your drawing skills. Explore a variety of media and surfaces. Continue to create drawings and learn how to evaluate and talk about art in a positive environment. This class is for continuing drawing students. $20 supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

Jim Clark

#1012: 4 sessions - limit 12 A: Wed., Nov. 20-Dec. 18 No class Nov. 27 B: Wed., Nov. 20-Dec. 18 No class Nov. 27 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203, all sections

$59 2:00-5:00 pm 6:00-9:00 pm

Jim Clark

#1022: 7 sessions - limit 14 $99 A: Wed., Sept. 25-Nov. 13 9:30 am-12:30 pm No class Oct. 16 B: Wed., Sept. 25-Nov. 13 2:00-5:00 pm No class Oct. 16 C: Wed., Sept. 25-Nov. 13 6:00-9:00 pm No class Oct. 16 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203, all sections

Dive deep into art mediums with Bonnie Cutts NEW! Simplified Mixed Media Still-Life

Encaustic Effects With Acrylics

Spend the day working with acrylic materials, drawing tools, and collage papers to create a simplified mixed media still-life. Work on a variety of surfaces to draw your image with water-soluble pencils and crayons; wash out the lines with water, then define the forms with paint and papers for collage. Leave with completed mixed media paintings loaded with energy, color, and texture. $10 materials fee payable to instructor in class. **

Learn to create encaustic effects using acrylic materials.

Become familiar with faux encaustic-like wax formulas and give your work a whole new feeling. Create the wax-like look of encaustics with the durability of acrylics!

Open to all levels of painting experience. $10 materials fee payable to instructor in class. **

Bonnie Cutts

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Please note: Supply lists for some art classes are included in the class descriptions online at HopkinsCommunityEd.org and will be finalized one week before the start of your art class.

Please check online for supply lists for your class.

#1021: 1 session Sat., Nov. 16 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203

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$79 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Bonnie Cutts

#1025: 1 session Sat., Nov. 9 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203

$79 10:00 am-4:00 pm

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FALL 2019

Art

Art classes offer experiences for everyone to explore.

Oil Painting

NEW! Alla Prima Oil Painting

Learn the time-honored tradition of oil painting in a supportive atmosphere. Explore color, design, paint application, and more. We will also look at the work of other artists for inspiration. All skill levels welcome! **

Beginner and intermediate students, this class is for you!

Learn about oil paint, mediums, brushes, canvasses, and equipment. Explore the color wheel, value, mixing color, composition, and more! The last five weeks will focus on a new painting each class. Alla prima — all in one day! $20 materials fee payable to instructor at first class. **

Jeanne Kenton

John Caron

#1000: 7 sessions - limit 14 $79 A: Tu., Sept. 17-Oct. 29 9:00 am-12:00 pm B: Tu., Nov. 5-Dec. 17 9:00 am-12:00 pm Hopkins Center for the Arts 203, all sections

Painting With Pastels John Caron

Pastels are a great, inexpensive way to experiment with color! Take your drawings to a new level using vibrant color in pastels. Explore techniques used by Impressionist, Modern, and Contemporary artists to achieve glowing results. ** #1002: 7 sessions - limit 14 A: Tu., Sept. 17-Oct. 29 B: Tu., Nov. 5-Dec. 17 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203, all sections

$79 6:00-9:00 pm 6:00-9:00 pm

#1298: 6 sessions A: Mon., Sept. 23-Oct. 28 B: Mon., Nov. 11-Dec. 16 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203, all sections

$69 1:00-3:30 pm 1:00-3:30 pm

Continuing Watercolor Jill Jacobson

If you have some experience with watercolor painting and your own supplies, join us to be challenged with this exciting medium as we review watercolor basics and learn new techniques! Students will help develop class topics, and there will be plenty of time for painting. We will encourage each other with sharing and critique. ** #1005: 4 sessions - limit 15 $69 A: Mon., Sept. 16-Oct. 7 9:30 am-12:30 pm B: Mon., Nov. 11-Dec. 2 9:30 am-12:30 pm Hopkins Center for the Arts 203, all sections

Abstract Painting — All Levels Wren Supak

This is an all levels, all materials, abstract painting class.

Bring your ideas, a work in progress, or start from scratch!

Come to class with your materials in hand. The instructor will look through them with you and give you suggestions on supplemental materials. ** #8011: 6 sessions - limit 13 A: Thurs., Sept. 26-Oct. 31 B: Fri., Nov. 1-Dec. 20 No class Nov. 29, Dec. 6 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203, all sections

$69 2:00-4:30 pm 2:00-4:30 pm

Watercolor Basics

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Please note: Supply lists for some art classes are included in the class descriptions online at HopkinsCommunityEd.org and will be finalized one week before the start of your art class.

Please check online for supply lists for your class.

Jill Jacobson

Experience the joy of watercolor painting! Learn some of the special techniques and fun you can have with the medium. Each week we will work on group and individual projects. $25 materials fee payable to instructor at class. #1003: 4 sessions - limit 12 A: Tu., Sept. 17-Oct. 8 Hopkins Center for the Arts 203

$69 1:00-4:00 pm

Continuing Pointed Pen Calligraphy Kris MacDonald

Continue to expand your pointed pen calligraphy skills and learn to make beautiful designs in medallion and freeform foliage forms. Designs will be broken down into easily learned elements. Enjoy playing with the pen strokes and creating beautiful accents to use with your calligraphy, and learn new capital letters with more flourishes. Prerequisite: Pointed Pen Calligraphy. $10 materials fee payable to instructor at first class. ** #1004: 6 sessions - limit 12 Wed., Sept. 18-Oct. 23

$69 6:30-8:30 pm

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Eisenhower Community Center 206

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Computer Computer skills let you reach people and information around the globe — opening up a world of possibilities

Using technology to enhance your life.

Mastering Your iPhone & iPad Jonathan Freed

Smartphones and tablet computers now outsell desktop computers — for all of the right reasons! This interactive workshop is focused solely on the Apple iPad and iPhone and will take you and your mobile device to a much higher level of understanding and enjoyment. Join us! #2015: 1 session A: Mon., Nov. 4 Eisenhower Community Center 219

$59 6:00-9:00 pm

Google Drive and Google Apps Sharon Walbran

Learn to use Google's free online file storage. Explore the capabilities of Google's free apps — web-based word processing, spreadsheets, and slideshow tools that are alternatives to Word® and Excel®. You can convert Word® and Excel® files to Google documents and spreadsheets, then share them with others who can view and edit them.

Requirements: You must have a Gmail account and know your Gmail password. #2010: 1 session Wed., Nov. 6 Eisenhower Community Center 348

$69 6:00-9:00 pm

NEW! Android Smartphones & Tablets: Part 1 Ron Timm

If you have purchased an Android phone and are not sure how to use all of its capabilities, this class will provide a wealth of information. Explore how smart phones are used, the phone's screens, settings, using programs, and much more. #8306: 1 session - limit 18 Thurs., Dec. 12 Eisenhower Community Center 219

$39 7:00-8:30 pm

NEW! Android Smartphones & Tablets: Part 2 Ron Timm

Continue to explore using your Android phone to its fullest potential! Learn to use your contact list, advanced call features, fun add-ons, and more. Prerequisite: Android Smartphones & Tablets: Part 1. #8307: 1 session - limit 18 B: Thurs., Dec. 19 Eisenhower Community Center 219

$39 7:00-8:30 pm

Online learning classes – anytime, anywhere – on your schedule!

A wide variety of online learning classes that you can take from your own home such as: • 12 Steps to a Successful Job Search • Starting a Non Profit • Create a Web Page • Discover Sign Language • Genealogy Basics

• Instant Italian • Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking • Introduction to Photoshop • Resume Writing Workshop • And many more!

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FALL 2019

Computer

Discover new skills — it's not too late to learn!

Using Windows 10 Sharon Walbran

It's time to master your computer! Gain hands-on experience with Windows 10, Microsoft’s latest operating system. Learn how to maximize the use of the start menu, taskbar, and windows. Practice setting up a system with folders for your photos and documents, explore apps, and discover how to make Windows work for you.

QuickBooks® Basics Sharon Walbran

Learn how to set up a company in QuickBooks®, add customer data, vendor information, bank accounts, create invoices, and pay bills. We will experiment with a mock company and discover how to use and customize the many features of this program. #2002: 1 session - limit 6 Wed., Oct. 30 Eisenhower Community Center 348

$79 6:00-9:00 pm

How to Cut the Cable TV Cord Ron Timm

Cable and satellite television is the single most expensive utility for many households. Discover the many viewing options that are free or less expensive than cable. We'll discuss the pros and cons of cable, how to get internet without cable, how to get TV from your computer to your television, and more. Find out why and how thousands of TV watchers are ditching cable forever! #2004: 1 session - limit 40 Thurs., Sept. 26 Eisenhower Community Center 207, 209

#2013: 1 session Wed., Oct. 9 Eisenhower Community Center 348

$69 7:00-9:00 pm

Microsoft Office® Basics: Word®, Excel®, PowerPoint® Sharon Walbran

Sharpen your skills with Microsoft Office®! Develop proficiency in Word®, Excel®, and PowerPoint®. Gain the essentials you need to expand your computer skill set and reach your goals. #2001: 3 sessions - limit 12 Wed., Sept. 18-Oct. 2 Eisenhower Community Center 348

$99 6:00-9:00 pm

$29 7:00-8:30 pm

Computer training — we can show you how!

One-On-One Tutorials

Engage Your Own Computer Trainer!

Sharon Walbran

Spend an hour with one of our highly-qualified trainers to focus on your needs, such as basic skills, email, Excel®, creating a newsletter, and more. Please Note: After receiving your registration, we will call you to discuss your needs. Two people may attend together if interested in the same training, call 952-988-4070 to register for two people. You may also request other dates. #2005: 1 session - limit 1 A: Wed., Sept. 18 B: Wed., Sept. 25 C: Wed., Oct. 2 D: Wed., Oct. 30 E: Wed., Nov. 6 Eisenhower Community Center 348, all sections

$49 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm

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Here’s your chance to spend one-on-one time with a computer instructor who can help you reach your personal or professional goals! Our experienced, patient trainers can meet you in your home, office, or at our computer lab.

Sessions are scheduled at your convenience. Topics are based on your needs. Beginners are welcome! Sessions are a minimum of 2 hours. Please call 952-988-4070 for scheduling your session.

First 2-hour session Each additional hour

$149 $60

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Cooking Revamp your culinar y skills because life happens in the kitchen!

Cooking classes have a specific discount policy; please see page 40 for details.

Holiday and cultural delights to make and share!

Holiday Cookie Bake and Take

Lefse: A Norwegian Delicacy

Get your holiday baking done in no time at all! Bake and take home a variety of cookies including: Andes Mint, Lemon Crinkles, M&M, Molasses, Peanut Blossoms, Cherry Poppyseed, Peppermint Meltaways, Holiday Bells, Peanut Butter Balls, and Sprinkled Sugar Cookies. Leave with ten dozen cookies in all. Work in pairs with provided dough to form, trim, and decorate the cookies, then bake in large commercial ovens. No children — you may send someone in your place if you are ill or cannot find child care. Cookies will not be provided for no-shows. Hairnets and gloves provided. Bring an apron and food containers to carry home your treats. $14 supply fee payable to the instructor in class. We cannot accommodate nut allergies in this class.

Lefse is made for banquets, holidays, weddings, and other special occasions. Learn the fine points in making the dough, baking, storing, and how to serve lefse. We will begin with real potatoes using a number of authentic recipes, then try a modern version using instant potatoes.

Plan to sample your fresh, warm creations with traditional fillings and take home finished lefse and dough to bake and share.

#3000: 1 session - limit 24 $39 A: Tu., Dec. 10 6:00-9:00 pm B: Wed., Dec. 11 6:00-9:00 pm C: Thurs., Dec. 12 6:00-9:00 pm D: Fri., Dec. 13 6:00-9:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center Cafeteria, all sections

Learn to make chocolate cake with chocolate frosting, all from scratch! While the cake is baking, prepare molten chocolate lava cakes and orange chocolate mousse with homemade whipping cream. There will be plenty to go around and maybe some to take home! Recipes provided. $10 supply fee payable to instructor in class.

Nancy Burgeson

Laurel Severson

Four Famous Ethnic Cookies Laurel Severson

Learn to create the rolled Norwegian cookie, Krumkakes, made with cream, butter, and cinnamon or vanilla. Bake Italian Pizzelles — a flat, anise-flavored cookie baked on the top of the stove using an iron. Then, create chewy, almond Swedish Sandbakkelse, a cookie baked in tiny tins to resemble tarts. Finally, master deep-fried Rosettes — paper-thin Scandinavian delicacies dusted with confectioners’ sugar. Expect great recipes plus tips and techniques that will make your baking a success! Please bring containers to carry your creations safely home. #3004: 1 session - limit 14 Fri., Dec. 6 Eisenhower Community Center 209, 210

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$39 6:00-9:00 pm

#3003: 1 session - limit 14 Sat., Dec. 14 Eisenhower Community Center 207, 210

$39 9:00 am-12:00 pm

NEW! Chocolate Heaven Ron Timm

#3011: 1 session Wed., Oct. 23 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 7:00-9:00 pm

Truffles: Chocolate Candies For All Occasions Nancy Burgeson

You've tried the rest, now try the best — truffles you make yourself! With just one three-hour class, you'll be making truffles for all special occasions. Learn to make five different recipes in class, and take home a box of 15-18 truffles. $12 supply fee payable to instructor in class. Optional truffle kits ($18) will be available for purchase. #3023: 1 session - limit 18 Wed., Oct. 30 Eisenhower Community Center 210, 215

$39 6:00-9:00 pm

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Cooking

Travel the world with your next meal!

Chinese Steam Bun Jane Niu

Learn to make homemade Chinese steam buns — freshly steamed, chewy-soft, and filled with savory ground pork.

Please bring a food container. $15 supply fee payable to instructor in class. #3002: 1 session - limit 16 Wed., Nov. 20 Eisenhower Community Center 210

NEW! Oktoberfest Jeff Sandino

Celebrate the fall German-style with sauerbraten, a pot roast in a tangy sweet and sour sauce; beef roulades stuffed with pickles, bacon, and onion in red wine sauce; Schweinshaxe, made with pork ribs and sauerkraut; and Wiener Schnitzel, using lightly breaded chicken tenders sautéed with fresh-squeezed lemon and herbs. Learn to prepare spaetzle, or German pasta; potato pancakes with apple sauce and sour cream; and kartoffelklosse, dumplings topped with buttered bread crumbs and braised red cabbage. We’ll finish with a classic Black Forest cake. #3021: 1 session Tu. , Sept. 24 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 6:30-9:00 pm

NEW! Traditional French Cuisine Jeff Sandino

Experience exquisite French classics beginning with French onion soup topped with toasted croutons and gruyere cheese then browned to perfection. Prepare Coq au Vin, chicken sautéed with pearl onions, mushrooms, and bacon in a rich burgundy wine sauce served with a wild rice blend and green bean amandine. Finish with Crepes Suzette, thin French pancakes served with an orange liqueur sauce. #3024: 1 session Fri., Oct. 25 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 6:30-9:00 pm

NEW! Chicken en Croute Jeff Sandino

Let's make a delicious meal! Start with a classic Caesar salad using fresh baked croutons, Romano cheese, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Assemble the chicken en croute, wrapping chicken in flaky puff pastry with shallots and portobello mushrooms, then prepare an amazing sauce using sweet port wine. Sides include asparagus with olive oil and lemon along with a Jasmine rice blend using toasted almonds and dried cranberries. Finish with chocolate decadence, a rich flourless chocolate torte served with raspberry sauce and fresh whipped cream. #3026: 1 session Wed., Dec. 4 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 6:30-9:00 pm

Indian Vegetarian Cooking 1 Vanita Shah

Join this hands-on class to learn to make a delicious stuffed potato curry, Naan bread, and vegetable pilau rice.

Bring containers to take home leftovers. #3008: 1 session - limit 16 Tu., Oct. 15 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 6:00-9:00 pm

Indian Vegetarian Cooking 2 Vanita Shah

Discover how to prepare baked samosas, spiced pilau rice, and shrikhand. Bring containers to take home leftovers. #3009: 1 session - limit 16 Tu., Nov. 12 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 6:00-9:00 pm

Greek Dinner Laurel Severson

Join us in preparing a sumptuous feast including the national soup, Soupa Avgolemono, a lemon-flavored chicken soup. Create Saganaki, a flaming cheese appetizer, plus an eggplant appetizer. Zucchini with ground lamb moussaka is a wonderful variation from the better known eggplant dish. You'll also master spinach rolls in filo, known as spanakopita, and karidopita, a walnut cake with orange syrup. Expect more menu items if the class is large. #8403: 1 session Mon., Sept. 30 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 6:00-9:00 pm

Explore your global interests by learning Spanish, French, or German! See the World Languages section on p. 33.

$39 6:30-9:00 pm

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Explore the alluring flavors of Italy!

NEW! Traditional Italian Cuisine

NEW! Pasta! Pasta! Pasta!

Enjoy the flavors of traditional Italian cuisine starting with Panzanella, a toasted bread salad with refreshing summer vegetables in a light vinaigrette. Prepare chicken saltimbocca using thin-sliced prosciutto ham and fresh sage in a lemon, caper, and artichoke butter sauce. Then make potato gnocchi in a medley of sauces including basil pesto, marinara, and brown butter with sage and walnuts. Finish with cannoli, a fried pastry filled with sweetened ricotta and mascarpone cheeses, served on a pool of chocolate sauce and garnished with pistachios.

Learn to make basil pesto, then practice its versatility by creating a delightful appetizer with fresh baked bread, roma tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese. Next, toss it with vermicelli and cream to make a delicious pasta topped with diced tomatoes and roasted pine nuts. Follow up with cappellini, pasta tossed with olive oil, garlic, fresh basil, tomatoes, and sautéed baby shrimp. Then, create fettuccine alfredo primavera, a combination of fresh veggies, Parmesan cheese, and cream. We'll finish with a classic tartlet, sugar dough layered with pastry cream and fresh fruit with a sweet apricot glaze.

Jeff Sandino

#3022: 1 session Mon., Oct. 7 Eisenhower Community Center 210

Jeff Sandino

$39 6:30-9:00 pm

#3025: 1 session Thurs., Nov. 14 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 6:30-9:00 pm

Tuscan Fall Dinner Steve Frederickson

Prepare a rustic Tuscan meal that is sure to please the palate! Create four separate dishes using authentic Tuscan recipes: bruschetta con pomodoro e scamorza (bruschetta with fresh sliced tomato and smoked mozzarella), pasta con peperoni gialli (pasta with yellow pepper sauce), cipolle rosse caramellate con gamberoni e pinoli aromatizzati all’arancia (caramelized red onions with orange-scented shrimp and pine nuts), and Biscottini cioccoloata (chocolate biscotti). The class will include a discussion of which wines to serve with the meal. All recipes will be given to participants. #3010: 1 session - limit 14 Thurs., Oct. 17

$39 6:00-9:00 pm

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Entertaining is easy with crowd-pleasing favorites.

Fondue Fun Laurel Severson

Tired of working in the kitchen? Bring fondue to your table! Create fondues from around the world: traditional cheese, classic Swiss cheese, beef bourguignonne, crab, bleu cheese, and tempura. Dunk delectable tidbits of fruit, cake, or brownies in dessert fondues as well, such as: flavored chocolate fondues and a butterscotch fondue.

Make a variety of sauces and dips to round out the menu. #3018: 1 session Fri., Oct. 11 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$39 6:00-9:00 pm

Pizza, Flatbread, Focaccia & More — It All Starts With the Dough!

Carol Schaub

Become the master of full-flavored, no-knead dough that makes wonderful pizzas, flatbreads, and focaccia. The dough will store up to a week in the refrigerator. Bake when you need it for fast, homemade meals or pre-bake pizza crusts and store for easy pizza your family will love.

Develop dough stretching and rolling techniques, make a batch of dough to take home, and sample warm focaccia made in class. Explore topping ideas and a whole wheat dough option. Bring a rolling pin, 4 quart mixing bowl with a cover, measuring cups and spoons, and a large sturdy spoon. $8 supply fee payable to instructor in class. #3007: 1 session - limit 16 Thurs., Nov. 7 Eisenhower Community Center 210

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$39 6:30 - 8:15 pm

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Fi t n e s s c l a s s e s a r e y o u r first step toward feeling and looking your best

New and fun ways to increase your fitness level.

NEW! Prepare Your Body for Curling Season

NEW! REFIT® Dance Fitness

Are you ready to slide that 44-pound granite stone on ice?

This class uses both Eastern and Western exercise techniques to improve balance, flexibility, and focus. Wear loose clothing and flat shoes. Last session will be on curling ice at a local curling club. $35 fee for ice reservation payable to instructor at first class.

REFIT® combines cardio, stretching, and resistancetraining elements to give you a total body workout. Set to upbeat songs with clean lyrics and a positive message, REFIT® is a fitness experience where everybody belongs.

With easy-to-follow moves and ways to modify for all fitness levels, no dance experience is required. Burn calories, improve your strength and balance, and join our encouraging and empowering community to change your life from the inside out!

Lionel Locke

#4009: 5 sessions - limit 16 $79 A: Mon., Sept. 23-Oct. 21 6:30-8:00 pm B: Mon., Nov. 4-Dec. 2 6:30-8:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 207, 209, all sections

NEW! Life Strength Fitness Andrew Heaton

Try this fitness program with measureable results! Train with a small group in an encouraging environment while receiving individualized instruction from a strength and conditioning specialist. Your program is based on your current strength and abilities. Prepare your body for more intense workouts as you progress through the Life Strength Fitness system. You’ll be amazed at how much you progress in a short period of time! #4027: 12 sessions - limit 8 $159 Mon. & Wed., Sept. 30-Nov. 6 5:30-6:30 pm Life Strength Fitness, 625 St. Louis St., Suite 21, Hopkins

Lauren Dykstra

#4028: 12 sessions A: Tu. & Thurs., Sept. 17-Oct. 24 B: Tu. & Thurs., Nov. 5-Dec. 19 No class Nov. 26, 28 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

$119 5:00-6:00 pm 5:00-6:00 pm

NEW! Pickleball — Learn to Play!

Rachael Kroog

Learn to play pickleball! This sport combines tennis, badminton, and table tennis into a fun, low-impact activity.

Adults of all ages and skill levels can play. Sessions available for beginners, advanced beginners, and intermediatelevel players ­— attend as many as you'd like for $25 each session (register and pay separately for each session).

Practice what you learn in our Open Pickleball class on Friday nights! Equipment provided. Wear comfortable athletic clothes and gym shoes. #4031: 4 sessions - limit 9 Beginner: Wed., Sept. 25-Oct. 30 Adv. Beg./Intermed.: Wed., Sept. 25-Oct. 30 No class Oct. 9, 16 (all levels) Eisenhower Community Center Gym

$25 per session 5:45-7:00 pm 7:15-8:30 pm

NEW! Open Pickleball

Come have fun, meet others, and play pickleball at the Eisenhower Community Center! Pickleball equipment is provided! Pay $3 at the door per session — cash only. There is no online registration. Note: this is an open play session with no instruction. Please wear gym shoes. #4030: 9 sessions $3 per session Fri., Sept. 20-Dec. 20 6:00-8:30 pm No session Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 22, 29, Dec. 6

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Increase strength, flexibility, and stress relief with yoga.

Iyengar Yoga

Fitness Yoga

Focus on correctly aligning your body to improve posture, breathing, and circulation. Begin with basic standing poses maturing to forward bends, back bends, twists, inversions, restorative poses, and pranayama (breath control). Use props such as blankets, blocks, and chairs to benefit from the poses regardless of physical condition or experience.

Join an active yoga class with an emphasis on proper form and alignment. Get a great workout consisting of flowing yoga postures, deep stretches, and balance work. Feel energized and refreshed! All levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat to class.

Nancy Marcy

#4021: 6 sessions - limit 10 A: Mon., Sept. 9-Oct. 14 B: Wed., Sept. 11- Oct. 16 C: Mon., Oct. 21-Nov. 25 D: Wed., Oct. 23-Nov. 27 #4021: 3 sessions E: Mon., Dec. 2-16 F: Wed., Dec. 4-18 Eisenhower Community Center 208, all sections

Dance Unlimited Staff

$59 4:30-5:30 pm 4:00-5:00 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:00-5:00 pm $29 4:30-5:30 pm 4:00-5:00 pm

Monday Night Yoga Mary Coats

Start your week with a grounding and energetically balancing yoga class. This asana practice is great for beginners and continuing yoga students. Experience the postures with mind, body, and breath. Focus on alignment and the relationship of flexibility and strength in the body.

Please bring mat and yoga block or towel. #4020: 8 sessions - limit 20 A: Mon., Sept. 9-Nov. 4 (no class Sept. 23) #4020: 6 sessions - limit 20 B: Mon., Nov. 11-Dec. 23 (no class Dec. 2) Hopkins Center for the Arts 218​, all sections

$79 7:30-8:30 pm $59 7:30-8:30 pm

Morning Yoga Nancy Marcy

Begin your day with this rejuvenating morning yoga practice. Focus on basic standing, sitting, and restorative poses. Increase strength, improve flexibility, gain stress relief, and more! All levels of experience welcome. Please bring a yoga mat and other yoga props (optional). #4019: 6 sessions A: Tu., Sept. 10-Oct. 15 B: Thurs., Sept. 12-Oct. 17 C: Tu., Oct. 22-Nov. 26 #4019: 5 sessions D: Thurs., Oct. 24-Nov. 21 #4019: 3 sessions E: Tu., Dec. 3-17 F: Thurs., Dec. 5-19 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

$59 9:00-10:00 am 9:00-10:00 am 9:00-10:00 am $49 9:00-10:00 am $29 9:00-10:00 am 9:00-10:00 am

Yoga Basics

Dance Unlimited Staff Learn the basics of yoga in this Sunday morning class.

Discover poses and sequences at a beginner's pace while concentrating on proper alignment and breath. Modifications and challenges will be given for various abilities. #4016: 8 sessions - limit 12 $88 Sun., Sept. 22-Nov. 17 (no class Oct. 20) 9:30-10:15 am Dance Unlimited, 6900 Oxford St., St. Louis Park

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#4018: 10 sessions - limit 12 $110 Wed., Sept. 18-Nov. 20 7:45-8:35 pm Dance Unlimited, 6900 Oxford St., St. Louis Park

Gentle Flow Yoga Holly Slocum

Build your strength and stability, increase your flexibility, and reduce stress by quieting your mind in this class for beginning and experienced yogis. Bring a yoga mat and other yoga props (optional) you may wish to use to class. #4023: 6 sessions A: Thurs., Sept. 19-Oct. 24 #4023: 5 sessions B: Thurs., Nov. 7-Dec. 12 No class Nov. 28 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

$69 6:00-7:00 pm $59 6:00-7:00 pm

Yin Yoga

Holly Slocum Yin yoga involves light stretching in supported poses that are often held for several minutes. It increases flexibility through a series of on-the-mat postures. This practice will open your greater awareness by releasing stress in your muscles, ligaments, tendons, and fascia. Excellent for runners, weightlifters, athletes, or yogis that practice more vigorous (yang) types of yoga. Please bring a yoga mat. #4007: 6 sessions A: Thurs., Sept. 19-Oct. 24 #4007: 5 sessions B: Thurs., Nov. 7-Dec. 12 (no class Nov. 28) Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

$69 7:15-8:15 pm $59 7:15-8:15 pm

Yoga Sculpt

Dance Unlimited Staff Not your average yoga class! Increase strength and flexibility with this challenging blend of yoga and strength training. Resistance with hand weights and your own body weight will be incorporated into a flowing sequence of yoga poses and series. Some experience with yoga is recommended. Modifications will be given for various levels. Please bring a pair of dumbbells (2-3 pounds) and a mat to class. #4022: 8 sessions - limit 12 $88 Sun., Sept. 22-Nov. 17 (no class Oct. 20) 10:20-11:10 am Dance Unlimited, 6900 Oxford St., St. Louis Park

Enjoy a yoga and meditation session with Meditation for Busy Minds in Health & Wellness on p. 17.

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Total body workout with Barre fitness classes!

BARRE Fitness

BARRE-Yoga Fusion

BARRE Fitness is a total conditioning program that blends classical ballet exercises with Pilates, yoga, and strength movements. Burn fat and increase lean muscle mass with this low-impact exercise. Use the ballet barre, as well as center work, to perform a variety of exercises to target multiple muscles. Please bring 2-3 pound dumbbells and a mat to class.

BARRE Fitness blended with yoga postures and weight training — a total body workout! All fitness levels will be challenged in this class, and no barre or yoga experience is needed. Extended class time allows for a longer cool down with deep stretches. Please bring 2-3 pound dumbbells and a mat to class.

Dance Unlimited Staff

Dance Unlimited Staff

#4025: 10 sessions - limit 12 $120 Wed., Sept. 18-Nov. 20 6:50-7:40 pm Dance Unlimited, 6900 Oxford St., St. Louis Park

#4024: 8 sessions - limit 12 $112 Sun., Sept. 22-Nov. 17 11:15 am-12:30 pm No class Oct. 20 Dance Unlimited, 6900 Oxford St., St. Louis Park

Celebrate the solstice with a yoga celebration!

Winter Solstice Yoga Celebration with Live Music Holly Slocum

Celebrate the shortest day of the year with an hour and a half Vinyasa to Restorative yoga class with live music, candles, guided meditation, and essential oil. #4029: 1 session Sat., Dec. 21

$29 per person/$50 per pair 7:00-8:30 pm

Good Vibrations Yoga, 11 10th Ave S, Hopkins

Experience the health and fitness benefits of Tai Chi. Tai Chi for Balance, Flexibility, Strength, and Wellness 1 Christine Morgan

Learn the practice of slow, low-impact movements with certified instructor Christine Morgan. Suitable for most levels of health and ability. Can be done sitting or standing.

Wear flat shoes — no sandals please.

Tai Chi Chuan (Yang Short Form) Christine Morgan

A gentle, non-martial exercise to strengthen the body, reduce stress, and improve balance and body awareness.

Requires the ability to stand, turn, and change direction.

Not suitable for some physical conditions. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat shoes — no sandals please.

#4001: 6 sessions - limit 20 $59 A: Tu., Sept. 24-Oct. 29 6:30-7:30 pm B: Wed., Sept. 25-Oct. 30 2:00-3:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 207, sections A & B C: Tu., Nov. 5-Dec. 17 (no class Nov. 26) 6:30-7:30 pm Eisenhower Community Center 207 D: Wed., Nov. 6-Dec. 18 (no class Nov. 27) 2:00-3:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center Theater

#4000: 6 sessions $59 A: Wed., Sept. 25-Oct. 30 6:00-7:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center Cafeteria B: Thurs., Sept. 26-Oct. 31 3:00-4:00 pm C: Wed., Nov. 6-Dec. 18 (no class Nov. 27) 6:00-7:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 207, sections B & C D: Thurs., Nov. 7-Dec. 19 (no class Nov. 28) 3:00-4:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 209

Advanced Tai Chi for Balance, Flexibility, Strength, and Wellness 2

Gentle Tai Chi for Life

Christine Morgan

Advance your Tai Chi practice! This class builds on the SUN family form learned in Tai Chi for Balance, Flexibility, Strength, and Wellness 1. New moves are more challenging and require you to be able to turn and change direction. Please talk to instructor prior to registering. Prerequisite: Tai Chi for Balance, Flexibility, Strength, and Wellness 1. Please wear flat shoes — no sandals. #4012: 6 sessions - limit 12 A: Wed., Sept. 25-Oct. 30 B: Wed., Nov. 6-Dec. 18 No class Nov. 27 Eisenhower Community Center Theater

$59 3:15-4:15 pm 3:15-4:15 pm

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Christine Morgan

Get an introduction to the non-martial practice of Tai Chi and improve your health, balance, and strength. Suitable for most levels of health and ability — can be done standing or sitting. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat shoes — no sandals please. #4005: 4 sessions A: Thurs., Oct. 3-24 B: Thurs., Nov. 7-Dec. 5 (no class Nov. 28) Eisenhower Community Center 207

$39 6:00-7:00 pm 6:00-7:00 pm

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So many options to switch up your fitness routine!

Pilates for Buff Bones®

Maximize Your Overall Well-Being

Join this workout designed for bone strengthening and balance using Pilates, strength training, and rehabilitative exercise. Tone your arms, hips, back, and abs. The medically-endorsed Buff Bones® system improves posture and is for all fitness levels, even people with osteoporosis!

Designed to meet your fitness goals, this class will help enhance balance, increase strength, and promote mental health. Feel improvement by your fourth class!

Nancy Maple Ellsworth

#4003: 13 sessions - limit 18 A: Mon., Sept. 9-Dec. 16 No class Oct. 21, Nov. 11 #4003: 12 sessions - limit 18 B: Thurs., Sept. 19-Dec. 19 No class Oct. 17, Nov. 28 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

Edwards Burns

#4010: 10 sessions A: Tu. & Thurs., Sept. 7-Oct. 1 and Sat., Sept. 7-Oct. 1 No class Sept. 14 B: Tu. & Thurs., Oct. 8-Nov. 7 and Sat., Oct. 8-Nov. 7 No class Oct. 12, 17, 26, Nov. 5 #4010: 11 sessions C: Tu. & Thurs., Nov. 12-Dec. 10 and Sat., Nov. 12-Dec. 10 No class Nov. 28, 30 Lindbergh Center Weight Room, all sections

$119 8:00-9:00 am $109 8:00-9:00 am

Groove! Movement, Dance, Fitness Robin Gast

Join us for a fun dance and exercise class that anyone can do! Learn basic choreography and make each movement your own. All genres of music are used. Classes include warmup, dance, stretching, and brief meditation. No dance experience whatsoever is required. All fitness levels welcome! Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat for stretching.

$109 5:30-6:30 pm 10:00-11:00 am 5:30-6:30 pm 10:00-11:00 am $119 5:30-6:30 pm 10:00-11:00 am

Fit For Life With Kettlebells Sharon Nelson

Reverse the effects of aging by improving posture, core strength, balance, and bone density. Use kettlebells to gain strength leading to increased metabolism by rebuilding muscle. All fitness levels welcome! #4002: 10 sessions $99 A: Tu. & Thurs., Sept. 17-Oct. 17 5:30-6:30 pm B: Tu. & Thurs., Oct. 22-Nov. 21 5:30-6:30 pm #4002: 7 sessions $69 C: Tu. & Thurs., Nov. 26-Dec. 19 5:30-6:30 pm No class Nov. 28 Eisenhower Community Center Cafeteria, all sections

#4026: 6 sessions $59 A: Mon., Sept. 23-Oct. 28 6:00-7:00 pm B: Mon., Nov. 11-Dec. 16 6:00-7:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center Cafeteria, all sections

Hula Hoop Your Way to Fun & Fitness Annette Fragale

Get a great workout while trimming your waist, thighs, and belly with hoops! The specially designed 4-pound exercise hoop targets your waistline and core area and is great cardiovascular exercise, too. Hoops may be purchased from instructor for $15 (optional). #4017: 1 session - limit 30 Sat., Oct. 19

$19 10:00-11:00 am

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More Fitness Fun through Hopkins Community Education and Community Organizations

Thursdays, Lindbergh Center

Walking/Jogging Track-Lindbergh Center: Hopkins Community Education 1/6 mile track is typically open for community walkers and joggers daily from 6 am-10 pm. Check the monthly calendar for exclusion dates. $5 daily fee or annual memberships. Call 952-988-4519 for details.

Fitness Center/Weight Room-Lindbergh Center: Hopkins Community Education Community members may use the free weights and aerobic machines such as bikes and ellipticals during the week in the late afternoon/evening and weekends. Call 952-988-4519 for details and fees.

IKE Wellness Walkers

Eisenhower Community Center Walking Hopkins Community Education Use Eisenhower Community Center as part of your fitness routine – for free!

Walking is typically open: Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-8 p.m.* Saturday & Sunday: 8 a.m.- 12 p.m.* Sign up at the Reception Desk from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the lobby of Eisenhower Community Center. *Times are subject to change.

Please call 952-988-4070 for information.

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Hopkins-Minnetonka Rec Services

Offers a variety of year-round activities designed for you and your family. Registration: www.eminnetonka.com, or 952-939-8203.

Hopkins Masters Swimming

This group has a wide variety of participants (fitness swimmers, competitive swimmers, triathletes) and age ranges. All abilities are welcome!

Information: scott.tripps@mchsi.com or visit www.genesisaquatics.org

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Health & Wellness

Health and wellness classes help you build stronger relationships and healthier families

Take steps toward enhancing your wellness.

Foam Rolling Julie Hauring, DC

Learn how to safely and effectively use a foam roller to decrease pain and muscle spasms. Use foam rollers to aid recovery after a tough workout and increase mobility after sitting at your desk all day. Wear comfortable clothing.

Foam rollers will be provided for the class and, if desired, available to purchase after class for $25. #4507: 1 session - limit 20 Tu., Oct. 22 Eisenhower Community Center 208

$19 7:00-8:00 pm

Julie Hauring, DC

Arthritis is a painful condition that can affect any joint in the body. Learn to use movement exercises to manage pain, prevent further joint damage, and improve your spinal health. $19 7:00-8:00 pm

Learn simple exercises and techniques to improve posture and stand straighter. Explore the latest on nutrition, importance of minerals, and foods that help or harm your bones. #4529: 1 session - limit 25 Wed., Oct. 2 Eisenhower Community Center 207

$29 6:00-7:30 pm

Meghan Johnson

Enjoy a restorative yoga and meditation session, taught in the practices of Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra. No mats required as we will use the comfort of a soft carpeted space.

Wear warm, comfortable clothes for the best experience. #4503: 6 sessions Thurs., Nov. 7-Dec. 19 Hopkins High School Gym W

$79 6:30-7:30 pm

The Importance of Movement for Health and Longevity

NEW! Acupressure Face Lift Janice Novak, MS

Karen Kleinman

Acupressure is an ancient healing method that works with the energy that flows through your body. Stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally and bring a healthy glow to your skin. Increase muscle tone, decrease puffiness, reduce lines, and prevent new lines from forming. You may even decrease headaches, relieve eye strain, soothe nerves, and increase relaxation! Learn how to make your skin as healthy as possible from the inside out. #4506: 1 session - limit 16 Tu., Dec. 3 Eisenhower Community Center 215

Janice Novak, MS

NEW! Meditation for Busy Minds

NEW! Dealing with Pain from Arthritis

#4530: 1 session Wed., Nov. 13 Eisenhower Community Center 221

NEW! Posture & Osteoporosis: Building Better Bones

Learn how your posture, habits, injuries, trauma, and stress can change the connective tissue in your body, causing stiffness, aches, and pains. Wear comfortable clothes for movement on the floor. Please bring a large bath towel or yoga mat. Bring a yoga strap or purchase in class for $8. Previously held under the name "Why Fascia Matters." #4510: 1 session Wed., Nov. 13 Eisenhower Community Center 208

$29 6:30-8:00 pm

$29 6:00-7:30 pm

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Classes to support your journey to wellness.

Lose All the Weight You Want — The Swiss Chocolate Diet!

Try it first: Free demo class Mary Bray

Explore a step-by-step program where you can eat from all food groups. Eat well and stop the yo-yo diets!

Demo Class: #4522 Free! Registration required.

Thurs., Sept. 19 6:00-7:30 pm #4504: 6 sessions - limit 25 $59 A: Tu., Sept. 24-Oct. 29 6:30-8:00 pm B: Tu., Nov. 12-Dec. 17 6:30-8:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 217, all sections

NEW! Kicking the Sugar Habit for Good!

Wendy Andersen

What does sugar do in your body? Why does it seem that once we start, we cant stop? Learn how to transform sugar cravings so you can kick the habit for good. #4556: 1 Session A: Tu., Oct. 15 B: Tu., Nov. 19 Eisenhower Community Center 221

$24 7:00-8:00 pm 7:00-8:00 pm

NEW! Thyroid Things You Need To Know Janice Novak, MS

If you currently take thyroid medication but are still gaining weight and have symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, and digestive problems, there's more you need to know. Discuss how thyroid function can make illnesses worse, why thyroid replacements may not be helping you, the role of food in thyroid symptoms, and information you need to discuss with your doctor. #8509: 1 session - limit 20 Mon., Nov. 18 Eisenhower Community Center 221

$29 6:00-7:30 pm

NEW! Grief Support and Networking Try it first: Demo class Linda Pleissner

Learn ways to manage your grief through holidays, anniversaries, and other major events. Discover the many resources that are available in the Twin Cities.

Demo Class: #8524 Mon., Oct. 14 #8525: 4 sessions Mon., Oct. 21-Nov. 11 Eisenhower Community Center 221

$9 6:30-7:00 pm $49 6:30-7:30 pm

CPR, First Aid & AED Training: Initial Course Apollo Medical

Learn first aid, choking relief, CPR, and AED operation for adults, children, and infants. This class meets child-care certification and Healthcare Worker requirements. $20 supply fee payable to instructor for optional American Heart certification card. #6524: 1 session A: Sat., Oct. 26 Eisenhower Community Center 213 B: Sat., Nov. 16 Eisenhower Community Center 223

$84 9:00 am-2:00 pm 9:00 am-2:00 pm

CPR, First Aid & AED Training: Refresher Course Apollo Medical

Refresh your skills in first aid, choking relief, CPR, and AED operation for adults, children, and infants. This class meets child-care certification and Healthcare Worker requirements. $20 supply fee payable to instructor for optional American Heart certification card. Prerequisite: you must be currently certified or have a recently expired certification. #6523: 1 session A: Mon., Oct. 7 Eisenhower Community Center 223 B: Thurs., Nov. 14 Eisenhower Community Center 213

$59 5:00-8:00 pm 5:00-8:00 pm

Explore how the Alexander Technique can help you!

Alexander Technique: Introduction Try it first: Free demo class Lisa Galbraith Heyl

This 100-year-old technique is designed to release stress, create ease of movement, and enhance your quality of life. Receive individual instruction in class, along with one 15 minute private lesson. Try our demo class to see what this technique can do for you!

Demo Class: #4500 Free! Registration required.

Thurs., Sept. 19 10:30-11:30 am #4501: 6 sessions $59 Thurs., Sept. 26-Oct. 31 10:30 am-12:00 pm Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

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Alexander Technique: Continuing Lisa Galbraith Heyl

More Alexander Technique! Learn to incorporate the Alexander Technique more consciously into your daily life.

Receive individual instruction in class, along with one 15 minute private lesson. Prerequisite: Alexander Technique: Introduction. #4502: 6 sessions A: Thurs., Sept. 26-Oct. 31 B: Thurs., Nov. 7-Dec. 19 (no class Nov. 28) Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

$59 12:00-1:30 pm 12:00-1:30 pm

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Hobbies

Hobbies take you to new places and give you creative experiences

Learn how to craft something new this fall!

Create Earrings You Love

NEW! Easy Zipper Bag

Learn the basics of making earrings that you design yourself! Work with head pins and pliers to attach your choice of beads. Learn advanced techniques such as wrapping and connecting. If you have a needle-nose or long-nose pliers, bring them to class. All course materials will be provided. $20 materials fee payable to instructor in class.

Have no fear of the zipper! Learn just how easy it is to create a zip bag to store your treasures. Master this technique to create zipper pouches in various sizes. It's fun once you know how! View supply list online.

Diane Anastos

#5017: 1 session - limit 10 Sat., Oct. 5 Eisenhower Community Center 207

Irene Sherman

$19 9:00-11:00 am

$35 10:00 am-1:00 pm

Hand-Stamped Holiday Cards Elizabeth Hawley

Twined Rag Rug Weaving Janet Pool

Discover the fine art of twined rag rug weaving — a great way to recycle old clothing or extra fabric. Learn the warping process, develop weaving techniques, and learn to finish your own unique rug creation. Leave class with a completed 20" x 32" rug. View supply list online. #5015: 2 sessions - limit 8 Thurs., Nov. 7 & 14 Eisenhower Community Center 206

#5010: 1 session Sat., Oct. 5 Eisenhower Community Center 206

$59 6:30-9:00 pm

Craft 25 hand-stamped cards (five cards of five designs) for the holidays! Class includes pre-cut materials, envelopes, and use of instructor’s stamps, inks, and tools. Bring an adhesive of your choice to class (tombow, double stick tape, etc.) or purchase from instructor in class. #5000: 1 session - limit 10 Thurs., Oct. 17 Eisenhower Community Center 217

$29 6:00-9:00 pm

NEW! DIY Ugly Holiday Sweater Workshop!

Ann Sundermeyer, Hannah Hallahan

Need an ugly sweater for the holidays? Do it yourself at this fun workshop! You bring the sweater — we'll supply the materials and ideas to get you going! Please bring a plain crewneck sweatshirt in holiday colors or sweater of your choice. #8528: 1 session Wed., Dec. 4

$29 6:30-8:30 pm

Eisenhower Community Center 206

Here's your chance to explore fly fishing!

NEW! Intro to Fly Fishing

NEW! The Art of Fly Tying

Learn to fly fish! Examine equipment and strategies on the first evening, then dive in with hands-on casting instruction the second night.

Explore the fascinating art of fly tying with this handson class! Learn to tie patterns with a variety of materials. $8 supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

#5055: 2 sessions - limit 10 Tu. & Thurs., Sept. 17 & 19 Eisenhower Community Center 208

#5056: 4 sessions - limit 10 Thurs., Sept. 26-Oct. 17 Eisenhower Community Center 208

Trace Compton

Trace Compton

$39 6:30-8:30 pm

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FALL 2019

Deep dive into the art of writing!

Creative Writing 101

Poetry Workshop

Explore the critical fundamentals required to write all genres of fiction and memoirs. Learn how to write a captivating story and create memorable characters through short writing exercises. $10 fee payable to instructor for a copy of the instructor’s book, "How to Write a Truly Great Novel".

Immerse yourself in poetry through discussion, in-class exercises, readings of favorite published poetry, and a focus on growing as a writer — whether you're already published or you've always wanted to try your hand at poetry or prose. Join us!

Lindsay Arthur

#5004: 6 sessions - limit 6 Tu., Oct. 1-Nov. 5 Eisenhower Community Center 213

Lauren Wagner

$59 10:00 am-12:00 pm

$49 10:00-11:30 am

Women's Creative Writing Workshop

Writers’ Workshop

Lauren Wagner

Lindsay Arthur

Bring your manuscript for critique and discuss techniques for writing powerful dialogue, characters, and more. All students must have a specific writing project in progress or ready in mind, and must be committed to working on the project during the workshop. It is preferable to have completed Creative Writing 101 or have significant writing experience prior to enrolling in this course. #5008: 6 sessions - limit 6 Tu., Nov. 12-Dec. 17 Eisenhower Community Center 208

#5016: 3 sessions - limit 14 Sat., Oct. 19-Nov. 2 Eisenhower Community Center 215

Join us for an engaging group and supportive environment in which to share your story and foster your love of writing in a variety of mediums. Celebrate self-expression and cultivate your creativity! Open to women who write at all levels, from beginners to advanced writers. #5019: 3 sessions - limit 14 Sat., Oct. 19-Nov. 2 Eisenhower Community Center 215

$49 12:00-1:30 pm

$59 10:00 am-12:00 pm

Party with the stars on Friday, Nov. 8!

Statewide Star Party at the Eisenhower Observatory!

Join us in the Observatory for a Statewide Star Party on Friday November 8, 6-9 pm.

Celebrate the Apollo 50th anniversary and star gaze while other star parties occur across the state! Our experienced guide will show you stars, planets, and more through the dome-enclosed telescope.

Free event! Registration required.

Love the night sky? Explore the moon, planets, and stars at the Eisenhower Observatory!

The Eisenhower Observatory is an awesome experience for everyone (age 7+)!

View the night sky through the Lawrence Sauter Telescope, located in the historic observatory atop the Eisenhower Community Center in Room 347. With the guidance of trained volunteers, discover the moon, planets, stars, and constellations. Viewings are limited to 15 participants. Group reservations available.

Cost: $3 for individual adults and students/$10 per family. $35 fee for groups of 10 or more. Must be age 7 or older.

Reservations are required. For viewing times and to register, visit HopkinsSchools.org/observatory or call Hopkins Community Education staff at 952-988-4070.

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Hobbies

Mix and match fun opportunities!

Photo Organization: Print and Digital

Let's Play Chess!

Are your photographs in a box, drawer, suitcase, phone, camera chip, or all of the above? Could you find a specific photo in seconds? Are they securely backed up? Learn about a system to get every printed and digital photo, plus your memorabilia, organized. Learn about scanning slides, movies, and prints, as well as cloud storage. You'll leave class with a plan that allows you to access every photo you own in seconds!

Join us for some chess instruction for beginner to intermediate players. Explore strategy and improve your game, or learn the basics if you are new to this great game. Time will be devoted to instruction and regular game play. $8 materials fee payable to instructor in first class.

Susan DeJute

Jonathan Patridge

#5001: 5 sessions - limit 12 Wed., Oct. 2-30 Eisenhower Community Center 208

#5025: 1 session - limit 20 $39 A: Wed., Sept. 25 7:00-8:30 pm B: Wed., Dec. 4 7:00-8:30 pm Eisenhower Community Center 208, all sections

$39 7:30-8:30 pm

Ready to take great photos? Find photography classes in the Art section on p. 5.

Craft fragrant soaps and melts for the holidays!

Halloween Soap-Making Party Raulla Mitchell

Make easy, moisturizing cocoa, shea, mango butter, and glycerin soaps with nutrientrich natural avocado and sunflower seed oils. Create soaps in fun Halloween shapes using luscious phthalate-free fragrance oils, including cotton candy, bubble gum, apple caramel cinnamon, brown sugar, pink lemonade, cupcake, fairy dust, and more. Take home lots of colorful soaps, DIY recipes, and source lists to make more at home with your friends. $20 supply fee payable to instructor in class. #5013: 1 session - limit 20 Thurs., Oct. 24 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$35 6:00-9:00 pm

Your Best Bath Ever — Autumn & Holiday Bath Melts Raulla Mitchell

Create super-moisturizing bath melts featuring cocoa butter, coconut, avocado, and other natural oils in whimsical holiday shapes! Use phthalate-free fragrance oils like orange cream, mulberry, cinnamon, sugar plum, dewberry, hazelnut, French vanilla, and more. Pop one into your tub and feel the difference immediately! Keep your skin soft, smooth, and healthy all year long. Take home bath melts, DIY recipes, and source lists. $20 supply fee payable to instructor in class. #5020: 1 session Thurs., Dec. 5 Eisenhower Community Center 210

$35 6:00-9:00 pm

NEW! Natural Soap Making Lorna Faustino

Learn how to make beautiful cold process soap from coconut and olive oil! Explore the basic steps and materials needed to get started, then cut to finish your own hand-crafted, scented natural soap. #5023: 1 session - limit 10 A: Wed., Oct. 9 B: Wed., Nov. 13

$29 6:00-8:00 pm 6:00-8:00 pm

Eisenhower Community Center 210, all sections

Looking for Local Trips?

Find them online: www.hopkinsmn.com/716/trips-tours

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Home & Garden

Tr a n s f o r m y o u r h o m e a n d garden into the refuge you’ve always dreamed of

Enhance your green space!

NEW! Green Living Made Easy

Fall Yard and Garden Care

New to green living, an old pro, or somewhere in between? Explore a wide variety of topics, from energy conservation to problem wastes, hard-to-recycle items, and composting.

The growing season is coming to an end. Come discuss tasks and discover guidelines for preparing your lawn and gardens this fall for a better growing season the next year!

Hennepin County Master Gardeners

Rich Smith

#5508: 1 session A: Wed., Sept. 25 Eisenhower Community Center 215 B: Thurs., Dec. 5 Eisenhower Community Center 213

$19 6:30-8:00 pm

#5509: 1 session Tu., Oct. 1 Eisenhower Community Center 208

6:30-8:00 pm

Spring Flowering Bulbs

Hennepin County Master Gardeners

Create a Kokedama

Hennepin County Master Gardeners Create a kokedama — a plant growing in a ball of soil encased in moss secured by twine, string, or wire, that can be hung in a window or placed on a tray or dish. Please bring a plant in a 4" pot or smaller — ivy, pothos, spider plant, fern, or staghorn fern recommended. #5504: 1 session A: Thurs., Sept. 26 Eisenhower Community Center 207 B: Tu., Nov. 12 Eisenhower Community Center 209

$19 7:00-8:30 pm

$19 7:00-8:30 pm 7:00-8:30 pm

Fall is here, and it’s the perfect time to plant those beautiful spring-flowering bulbs. Learn from a Master Gardener how and when to plant many types of bulbs and discuss all types of spring-flowering favorites. #5507: 1 session Thurs., Oct. 17 Eisenhower Community Center 213

$19 7:00-8:30 pm

Flowers for Pollinators

Hennepin County Master Gardeners Dive into the science of pollination with Master Gardener volunteers to discover what types of flowers bring pollinators to the garden. You’ll leave empowered and inspired to create pollinator-friendly habitats in your community! #5502: 1 session Tu., Oct. 29 Eisenhower Community Center 213

$19 7:00-8:30 pm

Save the date!

Sunday, February 9 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins

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Free admission & parking!

HomeRemodelingFair.com

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Money & Business

Strategies & resources to give you financial freedom and peace of mind

Take command of your money with Brittany Martin.

These classes are sponsored by City & County Credit Union, Minnetonka.

NEW! Better Budgeting

NEW! Happy Savvy Holidays!

Did you go a bit overboard on summer spending? Get back on track by starting a zero-based budget. In this class, we'll walk step-by-step through the budgeting process including setting up your budget, how to track your spending throughout the month, and tips and tricks to save money on monthly expenses.

From presents to family gatherings and decorations — are you financially ready for the holidays? In this one-hour class, we'll talk about ways to be a savvy holiday spender and you'll learn how to create a holiday budget. Plus, you'll get to create your own holiday gift tags to save extra money while wrapping presents this season!

Brittany Martin

Brittany Martin

#6001: 1 session Free! Registration required.

Wed., Oct. 2 6:00-7:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 223

NEW! Improve Your Credit Score Brittany Martin

Did you know your credit score can impact things like your car insurance rates or your future career? Join us at our credit score workshop to learn what your credit score represents and how you can improve it. We'll cover topics such as the role of credit bureaus, how to get a copy of your credit report, and how certain actions can boost or drop your score. #6002: 1 session Free! Registration required.

Wed., Oct. 9 6:00-7:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 217

#6006: 1 session Free! Registration required.

Wed., Nov. 20 6:00-7:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 217

NEW! Crush Your Debt Brittany Martin

Find financial freedom by creating a plan to crush your debt. You'll learn how to create a monthly budget that is focused on maximizing debt payments, knock out debt quickly and more efficiently with the debt snowball plan, and how to make thoughtful financial decisions to stay debt free. #6010: 1 session Free! Registration required.

Wed., Dec. 11 6:00-7:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 217

Take the next steps to protect yourself during divorce.

NEW! The Financial Impacts of Divorce: Five Mistakes to Avoid Jeffrey Drayton

Divorce is a difficult time. Among the many aspects of an individual’s life that are impacted, few are more so than one’s personal finances. Budgets change, expenses are impacted, and both income and assets can be dramatically affected.

Discover what you can expect during the divorce process and the major financial pitfalls to avoid. #6011: 1 session A: Thurs., Oct. 10 B: Thurs., Oct. 24

$39 7:00-8:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 213 7:00-8:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 215

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FALL 2019

The tools you need to secure your financial future.

Demystify The Home Buying Process for First-Time Buyers

How to Win with Investment Properties John Mazzara

Nene Matey-Keke

Learn how to tell fact from fiction when it comes to purchasing a home. Debunk myths about mortgages, inspections, and closings. Discover hidden resources, how to find a good agent, and much more. #6015: 1 session - limit 30 A: Sat., Sept. 21 B: Wed., Nov. 13 Eisenhower Community Center 215

$29 10:00 am-12:00 pm 6:00-8:00 pm

Identify your next steps in the real estate process! Learn how to determine the housing options that fit your family’s needs best (including senior apartments, accessory dwelling units, and assisted living). Discover resources for clearing clutter and auctioning personal property. If aging in place is a consideration, determine the best modifications to make staying at home functional and safe. $29 10:00 am-12:00 pm 6:00-8:00 pm

10 Tips for Successfully Selling Your Home — Any Time of the Year!

Nene Matey-Keke

Learn how to determine the value of your property in today's market. Assess the differences between a seller’s market and a buyer’s market. Discover the repairs and improvements that will offer the best return on investment, the value of staging, and more. Leave the class feeling empowered and prepared to sell your home successfully! $29 6:00-8:00 pm 10:00 am-12:00 pm

An Introduction to Voiceovers Voices for All

Learn to become a successful voice actor! You’ll be coached and recorded as you read a script, so you can receive a professional evaluation. Taught by a professional voice actor. Note: This is an online one-on-one course. Voices for All will contact you for scheduling. Must have internet access and video chatting capabilities using either Skype or iChat. No discounts.

Register online through Hopkins Community Education. #6608: 1 session Choose your start time, online class

Expand career options or find a side gig with Buying & Selling on Amazon.com and more in Special Interest on p. 29.

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$29 7:00-9:00 pm

Estate Planning Solutions Learn the basics of a solid estate plan, the methods available to help protect your children’s inheritance, and the misconceptions of estate planning.

Nene Matey-Keke

#6014: 1 session - limit 30 A: Wed., Oct. 16 B: Sat., Dec. 14 Eisenhower Community Center 215

#6211: 1 session Tu., Oct. 22 Eisenhower Community Center 209

Bonnie Wittenburg

Downsizing Done Right! Home Buying & Selling as an Empty Nester or Senior

#6013: 1 session - limit 30 A: Sat., Sept. 28 B: Wed., Dec. 4 Eisenhower Community Center 215

Learn about opportunities in today’s Twin Cities marketplace, how to analyze a property, tax considerations, what to put in a lease, and more. Explore all aspects of becoming a landlord, from buying and selling to renting.

$49

#6003: 1 session - limit 25 Tu., Oct. 1 Eisenhower Community Center 215

$25 6:30-7:30 pm

Avoiding Probate and Preserving Assets Richard Bunin

Learn to avoid probate and retain control of your assets with a living trust, and explore alternative methods of avoiding probate in case of extraordinary medical costs.

Discuss types of wills and approaches to estate planning. #6005: 1 session Mon., Oct. 7 Eisenhower Community Center 217

$25 7:00-9:00 pm

Before & After the Funeral Jeanne McGill, Bonnie Wittenburg

In the midst of grieving, you aren’t prepared to deal with the paperwork involved when a loved one dies. Be prepared by learning who to notify, who inherits the debt, how assets are transferred, and much more. #6004: 1 session - limit 25 Tu., Oct. 15 Eisenhower Community Center 208

$25 6:30-8:00 pm

Prepare Your Own Will Adam Altman

Who will raise your children if you die? Who will be your executor? Without a will, the laws in Minnesota and a judge will make those decisions. Create a simple will that gives you peace of mind. Notaries and will form provided. #6000: 1 session - limit 18 $44 per person

$69 per couple A: Wed., Oct. 16 7:00-9:00 pm B: Wed., Dec. 4 7:00-9:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 213, all sections

Which is Better — Will or Trust?

Bonnie Wittenburg

Get your estate in order! Explore wills and trusts, their differences, and the benefits of each. #6007: 1 session - limit 25 Thurs., Nov. 7 Eisenhower Community Center 217

$25 6:30-7:30 pm

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Music & Dance

Music and dance classes add excitement and spark to your life

It's never too late to learn to play!

Beginning Hand Drumming

NEW! Learn to Play the Ukulele!

This beginning class is taught in a drum-circle style where you learn techniques and rhythms from around the world.

Be part of the group rhythm and gain confidence in your abilities. Take the first step on the drummer’s path and learn to express yourself in a new way. Bring your own drum or borrow one in class.

The ukulele is a fun, portable, easy-to-play instrument.

Learn how to tune and care for your ukulele and play a variety of music. No experience necessary — everyone is welcome! Class cost includes a song booklet. Please bring a ukulele. Tuner and picks are optional.

Carmen Dougherty-Heim

#7009: 5 sessions Thurs., Oct. 3-31 Eisenhower Elementary 212

Andrea Orem

$64 7:00-8:00 pm

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People Craig Coffman

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply can't find the time? In just a few hours, you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes an online book and online videos. Bring an acoustic guitar. #7001: 1 session Fri., Nov. 1 Eisenhower Elementary 210

#7006: 4 sessions Tu., Nov. 12-Dec. 3 Eisenhower Elementary 210

$59 7:00-7:45 pm

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People Craig Coffman

Learn piano in no time at all! In just a few hours, you can learn enough about playing the piano to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn some basic chords and begin playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes an online book and online videos. #7002: 1 session Mon., Nov. 4 Eisenhower Elementary 312

$59 6:30-9:30 pm

$59 6:30-9:00 pm

See you at the Rock-n-Royal Block Party!

Hopkins Education Foundation's Rock-n-Royal Block Party Saturday, Sept. 7, 6:30-11:30 p.m.

Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins Mingle, meet, dance, eat, and have fun with us at the 7th annual Rock-n-Royal Block Party.

Enjoy food from Nacho's Mexican Grill and adult and non-alcoholic beverages from Thirty Bales — all available for purchase. Dance to music from Live Wire, reconnect with Hopkins parents, or meet new friends! 21+ event. Tickets are $10 advance, $12 at the door.

Purchase your tickets today! HopkinsEducationFoundation.org

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FALL 2019

Experience the world of belly dancing.

Belly Dancing Basics & Beyond

Belly Dancing Intermediate

Join the sisterhood of belly dance! Explore the beauty of belly dancing while toning your body. Learn basic moves, finger cymbal use, and more. Level 1-2 class, no experience needed. Bring a hip scarf.

Continue exploring Middle Eastern dance. Build on your skills as you learn more techniques, combinations, and finger cymbal patterns. This is a Level 2 intermediate class.

Prerequisite: Belly Dancing Basics & Beyond or instructor's permission. Bring a hip scarf and finger cymbals.

Janine Waldack

#7003: 9 sessions - limit 25 Wed., Sept. 18-Nov. 13 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218

Kristin Kujawski

$89 6:10-7:40 pm

Belly Dance Blast Kristin Kujawski

Whether you are new to belly dance or have been studying for years, belly dancing is a great way to keep your core strong and your mind alert. Learn common Middle Eastern techniques and a few other fun dance moves to bring your workout to a whole new level of fun, no matter your fitness or dance level. #7013: 3 sessions - limit 20 Wed., Dec. 4-18 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218

$45 7:45-9:15 pm

#7007: 9 sessions - limit 20 Wed., Sept. 18-Nov. 13 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218

$89 7:40-9:10 pm

Belly Dance: Not Your Mama's Hips!

Janine Waldack

Mix up some sassy dance moves and bring your hips to life! Wear casual dress, a hip scarf, and a smile. Beginners and intermediate students welcome. #7014: 3 sessions - limit 25 Wed., Dec. 4-18 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218

$45 6:10-7:40 pm

Belly Dance Skills & Drills Amina Beres

Intimidated by improv? Daunted by drum rhythms? Stymied by stage presence? We'll cover these common belly dancer challenges, plus more in this advanced level class. Bring veils and hip scarves. #7020: 9 sessions Tu., Sept. 17-Nov. 12

$89 7:00-8:30 pm Hopkins Center for the Arts 218

Spice up your life! Ballroom and Latin dance classes.

Swing & Ballroom Dance: Let's Begin

Latin Dance: Let's Begin

Learn the East Coast Swing, Hustle, and Waltz dance styles! No partner needed.

Learn the Rumba, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Tango, and Samba dance styles. Individuals welcome!

#7016: 4 sessions - limit 40 Fri., Sept. 27-Oct. 18 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218

#7018: 4 sessions - limit 40 Fri., Sept. 27-Oct. 18 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218

Jay Dudding

$49 6:30-7:45 pm

Jay Dudding

$49 7:45-9:00 pm

Music at the Center: 2019-2020 Concert Series Special Events at Hopkins Center for the Arts through Community Partnership Dianne Reeves October 12 Doo Wop Project October 19

The Peterson Family Christmas Show December 14 Ruthie Foster February 15

Squirrel Nut Zippers March 14 David Wilcox March 21

Maria Schneider Orchestra April 21 Taj Mahal Quartet April 25

Asleep at the Wheel May 2 Roger McGuinn May 9

Some Music at the Center events are made possible in part by a grant provided by the Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature from the Minnesota arts and cultural heritage fund with money from the vote of the people of Minnesota on Nov. 4, 2008.

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Music & Dance

Lift your spirits with the beauty of dancing!

Line Dancing

Adult Ballet

Feel confident joining the line dance no matter what the music. Learn Country, Latin, and American styles of line dancing. No partner or experience necessary. Join us to see why line dancing can be such a fun workout!

Experience the beauty of ballet with a classical ballet class designed for all levels! Improve posture and create long lean muscles with ballet training. Learn proper technique with barre work, stretching, and combinations. Wear fitted clothing and ballet shoes.

Annette Fragale

Dance Unlimited Staff

#7100: 6 sessions - limit 30 Thurs., Sept. 19-Oct. 24 Eisenhower Elementary 212

$59 6:00-7:00 pm

Jazz Dance Movement

Advanced Beginner Ballet For Adults

Patricia Lucas

This class uses the format of a jazz class to give you the opportunity to dance, develop strength, and discover your dance style. No experience necessary! No discounts. #7011: 6 sessions - limit 15 A: Fri., Sept. 27-Nov. 1 B: Fri., Nov. 8-Dec. 20 No class Nov. 29 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

#7010: 8 sessions - limit 12 $96 Sat., Sept. 28-Nov. 23 (no class Oct. 19) 1:00-2:00 pm Dance Unlimited, 6900 Oxford St., St. Louis Park

$65 9:30-10:30 am 9:30-10:30 am

Tap Dance for Adults Dance Unlimited Staff

Find your rhythm in this fun class! Learn basic steps and combine them for a short routine. Dress comfortably and bring tap shoes. #7019: 8 sessions - limit 12 $88 Sat., Sept. 28-Nov. 23 (no class Oct. 19) 12:15-1:00 pm Dance Unlimited, 6900 Oxford St., St. Louis Park

Patricia Lucas

Ballet is excellent training for body awareness, cardio health, and countering the collapse that can happen with aging. We follow the classic structure of a ballet class and modify for the various needs of individuals. All ages welcome. No discounts. #7015: 6 sessions A: Mon., Sept. 30-Nov. 4 B: Mon., Nov. 11-Dec. 16 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

$69 9:10-10:10 am 9:10-10:10 am

Intermediate Ballet For Adults Patricia Lucas

It's never too late to dance! We follow the classic structure of a ballet class and modify it for the needs of individuals.

Some ballet experience is helpful. This is an intermediate level class. All ages welcome. No discounts. #7012: 6 sessions - limit 15 A: Wed., Oct. 2-Nov. 6 B: Wed., Nov. 13-Dec. 18 Hopkins Center for the Arts 218, all sections

$75 9:10-10:10 am 9:10-10:10 am

Come Dance With Me!

Community Ballroom Dance Friday, Oct. 4, 7-9 p.m.

Enjoy a fun Friday evening of live music, socializing, and dancing!

Eisenhower Community Center 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins Tickets: HopkinsSchools.org/dance

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Parenting Strategies and resources to support your unique parenting style

Strategies for college financing.

NEW! 3 Money-Saving Strategies to Help Make College More Affordable

How Do You Find and Pay for a Great College Without a Great Debt?

Wondering if you’ll be able to help your student finish college and still retire someday? With guidance from a college planning expert, learn how academics, admissions, and financial strategies can work together to help save you and your student money on college.

How much will college cost your student, and how will you pay for it? Learn the importance of the FAFSA, the ACT and SAT tests, finding scholarships, and more. It is never too soon to start preparing for college!

Meghan Johnson

#8000: 1 session A: Wed., Oct. 2 B: Thurs., Oct. 24 Hopkins High School E118

$24 6:00-7:30 pm 6:00-7:30 pm

College Advisors Network, MN

#8005: 1 session Mon., Sept. 23 Eisenhower Community Center 221

$24 6:30-8:30 pm

Understanding K-12 Public Education in Hopkins Learn to navigate the education system in the Hopkins school district. This class is for all parents or guardians with school-aged children. Explore parent and student expectations, how the school system works, academic standards and testing, the role of technology in the classroom, special education, and more. Child care offered for ages 3 and up. This class is only offered in Spanish and Somali.

Entendiendo La Educación Pública Desde Kínder – 12° Grado En Hopkins

Fahmida Waxbarashada Hopkins Ee Kindergarteka – Fasalk 12

Acompáñenos para Entender La Educación Pública Desde Kínder – 12° Grado y aprenda a navegar el sistema educativo en nuestro distrito escolar. Esta clase es para todos los padres o tutores con hijos en edad escolar. En la clase aprenderemos sobre: Las expectativas de padres y estudiantes, cómo funciona el sistema escolar, conferencias de padres y maestros, estándares académicos y exámenes, tecnología, recursos, educación especial y más. Cuidado de niños incluido para niños mayores de 3 años.

Nagala soo qaybgal barnaamijka Fahmida Waxbarashada Hopkins Ee Kindergartenka – Fasalk 12 oo lagu baranayo habka waxbarashada. Fasalkan waxaa loogu talo galay dhamaan waalidka ay caruurtoodu ku jiraan da’da waxbarashada. Waxyaabaha fasalkan lagu barandoono waxaaa ka mid ah: Waxa laga doonayo in ay waalidka iyo ardaydu qabtaan; qaabka fasaladu u shaqeeyaan; shirarka waalidka iyo macalimiinta; heerka waxbarashada iyo imtixaanada; waxbarashada khaaska ah iyo waxyaabo kale. Caruurta oo la haynayo waa ku jirtaa 3 jir iyo wixii ka weyn.

Elisa Dorfman y Carolina Lloyd

#8001: 3 sessions - limit 20 A: Thurs., Sept. 12-26 Eisenhower Community Center 223

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$5 6:00-8:30 pm

Mona Yusuf

#8001: 3 sessions - limit 20 B: Thurs., Sept. 12-26 Eisenhower Community Center 219

$5 6:00-8:30 pm

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Classes to help you find new passions, create new connections, and escape from your routines

Set career goals and explore new opportunities.

NEW! Develop & Grow Your Support System Heather Sawdey

Create your support ecosystem! Look around you at the people that uplift you and help you grow. Study after study indicates that having a support system helps with stress management. In this workshop, you will draft a support ecosystem for yourself, identify where you’ve got minimal support, and create a plan to enhance your relationships in one area of your life, all with the help of a certified executive leadership coach. #8512: 1 session - limit 5 Wed., Sept. 25 Eisenhower Community Center 225

$29 7:00-8:30 pm

NEW! Build Your Personalized Networking Chart Heather Sawdey

Build a networking document, whether you are contemplating changing jobs, careers, or increasing your credibility. Work with a certified executive leadership coach to create a draft to get clear on what you bring to the table.

Lay the groundwork for where you want to go next and get comfortable talking about what you've accomplished.

We will spend time working on designing where you are today to help you get to where you want to be tomorrow. #8511: 1 session Wed., Oct. 2 Eisenhower Community Center 215

$29 7:00-8:30 pm

NEW! Goal Setting Heather Sawdey

NEW! A Beginner's Introduction to Becoming an Amazon.com Seller John Guenther

Begin your journey as a seller on the Amazon marketplace! Learn the key concepts and terms in the Amazon marketplace and an overview of Amazon Seller Central, the place where you will manage your store. Gain an understanding of the product life cycle and all the stages of launching your first Amazon product including: product research, keyword analysis, product sourcing, brand registry, listing creation, and launch strategy. #8502: 1 session $79 A: Tu., Sept. 24 6:00-9:00 pm B: Sat., Oct. 26 9:00 am-12:00 pm Eisenhower Community Center 223, all sections

How Many Drones Does It Take to Screw In a Light Bulb?

Midwest Drone Racing

Learn what it takes to become FAA certified in Remote Unmanned Piloting. Discuss the differences in rules and regulations for recreational and commercial use of drones. Whether you already have a drone and want to learn more, or you are considering one for yourself or family, this course is a great way to “know before you fly”. #8503: 1 session

A: Thurs., Sept. 26 Eisenhower Community Center 221 B: Thurs., Oct. 24 Eisenhower Community Center 217

$55 per person $75 per adult/child pair 6:00-7:30 pm 6:00-7:30 pm

Set goals in one of six areas of your life: career, relationships, family, financial, legacy, or spiritual. Map out your goal and with the help of a certified executive leadership coach, determine your goal, build a working plan to accomplish it, and move yourself forward in your life! #8513: 1 session - limit 5 Wed., Oct. 30 Eisenhower Community Center 209

$29 7:00-8:30 pm

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Become a global traveler at any age!

Fifty Plus Travel

NEW! Is Expat Living For You?

Travel is high on many people’s retirement list. How do you decide where, when, and how to go? Whether you are widely-traveled or have never left your own backyard, talking with others is a valuable resource. This class will provide the basics on using internet travel sites and tour groups, as well as sharing personal travel experiences in class to pool our collective travel wisdom.

There is a large community of expats in Panama. Explore the pros and cons of living there, how to plan for your future, and more.

#8507: 1 session Thurs., Sept. 26 Eisenhower Community Center 208

Planning Your Dream Trip To Italy

Mary O'Brien

Linda Pleissner

$29 1:00-2:30 pm

Walk the Camino!

Margarita Alvarez

The Camino de Santiago is an almost 500-mile-long path in northern Spain that many explore as a retreat for spiritual growth and personal reflection. Margarita Alvarez will share her personal story of walking the Camino in 2017, including how she planned for the trip, the people and places she encountered on her journey, and what the journey meant to her. #8560: 1 session Thurs., Oct. 17 Eisenhower Community Center 225

$19 7:00-8:00 pm

#8526: 1 session Mon., Oct. 7 Eisenhower Community Center 225

$19 6:30-7:30 pm

Heidi Berbee

Italy is a dream travel destination for many people. There are so many places and sights to see — how do you choose? Are you planning a honeymoon, an anniversary, a family vacation, a culinary experience, or a solo trip?

Are you looking for an urban or a countryside experience? How do you maximize your time? Focus your itinerary based on your interests and organize all the details.

Whether it is your bucket list trip or your tenth visit, plan the best Italian journey for you! #8500: 1 session - limit 25 Tu., Nov. 12 Eisenhower Community Center 215

$19 6:00-7:00 pm

Strategies for a fulfilling retirement.

The Day After Retirement Mary O'Brien

What will your life look like once you don’t answer the call of the alarm clock? What can you do now to plan your transition into retirement? Having a sense of purpose is one of the keys to satisfaction. Explore a variety of ways to identify what is important to you, then set the foundation for a purpose-filled life in retirement. #8517: 1 session Wed., Sept. 18 Eisenhower Community Center 219

$29 6:00-7:30 pm

NEW! Balancing Your Retirement With Your Family Life Mary O'Brien

We all love our grandchildren, but do you find yourself feeling more like a babysitter than a retiree? Do you struggle finding time to spend both with your grandchildren and yourself? Have you felt guilty saying no so that you could do something just for you? Take this class to explore ways to develop a healthy balance with time for your grandchildren and yourself. #8515: 1 session Wed., Oct. 23 Eisenhower Community Center 223

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$29 1:00-2:30 pm

Transitioning Identity, Passion, and Purpose in Retirement Bob Koehler

Pull back the curtain on the myths and realities that surround retirement. Discover usable tools to begin the process of retirement preparation today along with a handout of course materials to use as a reference tool in the years ahead. #8506: 1 session Wed., Oct. 23 Eisenhower Community Center 215

$29 6:30-8:30 pm

NEW! Staying Connected After Retirement Mary O'Brien

Your job offered social relationships just by showing up.

How do you rebuild relationships that may not have been given much attention while you were working? Where do you look to develop new relationships and social communities? This class will discuss a variety of ways that retirees can stay socially connected. #8508: 1 session Thurs., Oct. 10 Eisenhower Community Center 219

$29 6:00-7:30 pm

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World-Class Community, continued from back cover page day. Thank you, Katie!

Our community is always changing and renewing itself and you help make that happen every day.

This co-creation of a beautiful, thriving community is all around us in Hopkins. Our neighborhoods can indeed raise a child, provide security, sustain our health, secure our incomes, and care for our most vulnerable. Each of these — and more — are evident in this community every day. And yet, even though the abundance is clear, our community will always continue to grow and change in ways that offer fresh starts and new beginnings.

Finding your place in creating community Building community competence and co-creating an abundant community depends on new initiatives that increase our individual and collective connections and utilize our social capital. How will you embrace this time of new beginnings and find your place in co-creating community? Will you join the Schools and Community in Partnership (SCIP) group? Become a member of the Community Education Advisory Council? Run for School Board? Join the PTO? Be elected to public office?

Be a neighborhood champion? Join a non-profit board? Will you take a class, volunteer, meet your neighbor, visit a community resource, create public art, clean up a park? These groups and activities are intentional ways to build connections and invest in abundance for our Hopkins school community

and our neighborhoods. If you would like to join us on one or more of these opportunities for connection, please call us at Hopkins Community Education at 952-988-4070, send us a note at Community.Education@HopkinsSchools.org, or even better, stop in and chat with us in the Community Education office at Eisenhower Community Center in Hopkins.

A brilliant future for Hopkins Schools As our new Community Education Director Alex Fisher said most recently, “It is an exciting time for Hopkins. Our district recently launched a new, bold, and innovative vision that includes multiple voices and perspectives, to deepen the learning experience and connection for all. We are creating environments of equity and excellence throughout the community where students, families, and all residents feel welcome and respected. Our hope is that every single family can find their place and participate in brilliant programming that shares our community’s values and perspectives.”

We are the architects of the future we want to live in and the communities we call home. This future is possible because of the ever-present abundance that we are all able to tap into and the new and always emerging community connections, relationships, and opportunities that are present in and through Community Education each day. You are the reason we are here. You belong in Hopkins!

Get involved with Hopkins Community Education!

Lead Your Ideal Community Education Experience!

Andrea Sjogren, Ann Sundermeyer

Join Hopkins Community Education as we work to co-create our ideal community! Learn to lead or teach a Community Education class or experience. Hear from Community Education staff members on planning your ideal experience, writing descriptions, attracting participants, and more. Come armed with ideas and questions about how to create action on your course idea. Join us and learn how to share your gifts with the community! #8530: 1 session Wed., Oct. 23

Free, registration required 5:30-6:30 pm

Eisenhower Community Center 217

Cultural sharing and understanding.

Know Your Somali Neighbor Mashood Yunus

Join a lively discussion on the misconceptions about Islam which hinder the relationship between Muslim and nonMuslim communities. Learn about our newer neighbors and be a part of promoting mutual understanding between Muslims and other communities. #8510: 2 sessions - limit 25 Tu., Oct. 15 & 22 Eisenhower Community Center 213

$29 7:00-9:00 pm

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NEW! Chinese Cultural Customs and Ancient Philosophies Jane Niu

Discover the basics of ancient Chinese philosophical doctrines and views about life, happiness, success, the universe, and health. Explore ancient Chinese cultures, philosophies, medicines, Taoism, Confucianism, Buddhism, astrology, lunar calendars, and more. #8501: 1 session Mon., Nov. 18 Eisenhower Community Center 217

$29 6:30-9:00 pm

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Classes to help you live your best life.

NEW! Minimalism Simplified

Stress Management for the 50+ Crowd

Want more time and less stress in your life? Minimalism may be the answer. Demystify minimalism with tips on how to deal with sentimental items and where to responsibly get rid of the things you no longer need.

Somewhere down life's road, you figured that the older you got, the less stress you would have. Funny how things don't always turn out that way! Managing our stress is critical for the healthy life we all want to lead. Identify the stress factors in your life and discover effective ways of dealing with them.

Rich Smith

#8521: 1 session Thurs., Oct. 24 Eisenhower Community Center 208

Mary O'Brien

$19 6:30-8:00 pm

#8522: 1 session Thurs., Nov. 7 Eisenhower Community Center 225

Being Mortal Mary O'Brien

Keep on living your very best life! Based on the best selling book by Dr. Atul Gawande, this class provides a platform for discussing how to live a good life in the face of our own mortality — and what will matter to us in the end. Consider how you want to live at the end of your life, including the roles that medicine and communication play. Participants are encouraged to either read the book or view the PBS Frontline special, but do not need to do either before attending class. #8411: 1 session Wed., Oct. 9 Eisenhower Community Center 217

$29 1:00-2:30 pm

NEW! Create Your Health Care Directive Mary O'Brien

Who would speak for you if you couldn’t speak for yourself? Explore Advanced Care Planning, a guided conversation on your end of life wishes and preferences. Identify what is most important to you concerning quality of life and living. This class will prepare you to develop a Health Care Directive, a written document which describes your choices. #8520: 1 session Thurs., Oct. 24 Eisenhower Community Center 225

$29 6:00-7:30 pm

Moving Mom & Dad John Mazzara

Many people today are facing the tough decision of finding appropriate housing options for their parents. Learn how to approach late-life housing choices with aging parents. Discuss the housing market, solutions for aging-inplace, common senior living options, how to research assisted living and long-term care communities, and more.

Participants receive a copy of "Moving Mom & Dad," a $24.95 value, as well as discount coupons and a no-cost home evaluation if looking to put a home on the market. #6025: 1 session Thurs., Nov. 7 Eisenhower Community Center 215

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$29 6:00-7:30 pm

Fearless Aging Mary O'Brien

You may not have a choice about aging, but you do have a choice about how you approach it. What better way than fearlessly? Fearless aging is the power to positively impact your future. This class explores the normal, natural processes of aging — physical and lifestyle — and what you can do to improve the quality of your life. Discover what to expect and the lifestyle choices that will help you make the most of what you’ve got as you age. Let’s explore aging and be fearless! #8504: 1 session Wed., Nov. 6 Eisenhower Community Center 208

$29 1:00-2:30 pm

NEW! (Can You Avoid) Parenting Your Parents Mary O'Brien

As you and your parents age, there is some inevitability that you will assume a care giving role. Many find themselves in a situation where they feel as if they are acting as parents to their parents. Open communication and conversation well in advance of inevitable aging issues can help keep you from parenting your parents. This class will provide suggestions to open up discussions about age-related topics with your parents, as well as what information you will need to have from your parents in order to assist them through the later stages of their lives. #8523: 1 session Wed., Nov. 13 Eisenhower Community Center 225

$29 6:00-7:30 pm

$29 7:00-9:00 pm

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World Languages

Language learning promotes a deeper understanding of world cultures

Learn to speak Spanish or improve your skills!

Spanish Part 1 with Carolyn Tabor

Spanish Part 2 with Carolyn Tabor

#9004: 9 sessions Fri., Sept. 20-Nov. 22 (no class Oct. 18) Eisenhower Community Center 208

#9005: 9 sessions Mon., Sept. 16-Nov. 18 (no class Oct. 14) Eisenhower Community Center 208

Practice speaking, listening, and reading Spanish. Small writing assignments reinforce what you learn in this class. $89 10:00-11:30 am

More practice speaking, listening, and reading. Small writing assignments reinforce what you learn in this class. $89 10:00-11:30 am

Spanish Part 3 with Carolyn Tabor

Study past, future, and present tense as well as other aspects of the Spanish language. Review regular verbs and irregular verbs. Practice speaking, listening, and reading. Use writing assignments to practice what you learn. #9006: 9 sessions - limit 20 Mon., Sept. 16-Nov. 18 (no class Oct. 14)

$89 11:45 am-1:15 pm

Spanish Level I with Claudia Carlos

Packed with interactive, lively activities, this class emphasizes oral communication, along with basic reading and writing skills. Workbook is included in the class fee. #9007: 9 sessions - limit 21 Mon., Sept. 16-Nov. 18 (no class Nov. 4) North Junior High 210

$104 6:00-8:00 pm

Eisenhower Community Center 208

Spanish Level II with Claudia Carlos Claudia Carlos

Increase your skills so that can effectively communicate in Spanish! Prerequisite: Spanish Level I or knowledge of basic Spanish. Uses course book from Spanish Level I. #9008: 9 sessions - limit 16

Tu., Sept. 17-Nov. 12 North Junior High 210

$104 (with course book) $89 (if you own the book) 6:00-8:00 pm

Spanish Level III with Claudia Carlos with Claudia Carlos

Practice the art of conversations in Spanish in a friendly environment as a continuation of Spanish II or with instructor permission. Prerequisite: Spanish Level II or knowledge of basic Spanish with instructor permission. #9009: 9 sessions - limit 16 $104 (with course book)

$89 (if you own the book from Spanish I/II) Wed., Sept. 18-Nov. 13 6:00-8:00 pm

North Junior High 210

Get ready to speak German!

Beginning German I/II

German III

Learn German greetings, family terms, countries, professions, basic grammar, and more. $20 materials fee payable to instructor for course book, which is used for German I and II.

Build on skills covered in your earlier classes and learn new grammar, phrases, and vocabulary. Prerequisite: Beginning German I and II or knowledge of basic German.

Germanic American Institute

#9010: 8 sessions - limit 20 Mon., Sept. 23-Nov. 11 Eisenhower Community Center 213

Germanic American Institute

$89 6:00-7:30 pm

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#9013: 8 sessions - limit 20 Mon., Sept. 23-Nov. 11 Eisenhower Community Center 215

$89 7:30-9:00 pm

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Adult Options in Education Learn Basic Skills. Earn Your GED®. Graduate.

Adult Basic Education (ABE): For adults who want to acquire or improve basic math, reading, grammar, or writing skills for employment or training.

Learn skills for college and employment.

GED® Preparation: Take day or evening classes to work toward your goal of earning your GED®. Classroom settings are enhanced by online opportunities to accelerate learning.

GED® Testing: Take your GED® at our Pearson VUE® certified testing center located in Eisenhower Community Center. Testing information is available online at adultoptions.org.

Learn English.

English as a Second Language (ESL): Improve your speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English. Math classes are also offered. Classes focus on skills for work and life.

Career-focused Classes: Classes include ESL for Healthcare Career Pathways, Medical Terminology, and Nursing Assistant Prep. Meet one-on-one with our Career Pathways Counselor for assistance with transition to college and employment.

Program Features: Free classes. Licensed teachers. Exam proctoring and computer-based testing services. Computer skills training. Northstar Digital Literacy Certification. Online coursework to enhance/accelerate learning. Locations in Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Saint Louis Park.

For registration or for more information call:

952-988-5343

Eisenhower Community Center 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305

Community Education Programs Specially Designed for Adults with Disabilities

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DISCOVER NEW SKILLS Theatre • Sporting Events • Outings Arts ▪ Crafts Sewing ▪ Cooking SOCIALIZE AND MEET NEW▪ PEOPLE

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BINGO ▪ Movie Night ▪ Ice Social Project SOAR is a consortium supported by the Community Education Departments of theCream Hopkins, Minnetonka, St. Louis Park, and Wayzata School Districts.

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Before- and after-school care

Kids & Company is Hopkins Public Schools’ premiere before- and after-school care program for children in grades K-6. A fee-based program, Kids & Company is offered in each Hopkins elementary school and is open M-F, 6:30 a.m.–6:15 p.m.

Questions? Call us at 952-988-4080.

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September

Friday, September 6, 5:30-7 pm

At Harley Hopkins Family Center, 125 Monroe Ave. S, Hopkins Free family fun event — Vehicle Fair and Open House Families can explore a police car, fire truck, and more vehicles! Enjoy activities, face painting, and more. Visit HopkinsSchools.org/vehicle for more information.

Saturday, September 7, 6-11:30 pm

At the Hopkins Center for the Arts Hopkins Education Foundation presents Rock-n-Royal Block Party! Enjoy dancing and live music, food for purchase, and more! Attendees must be 21 and older. Tickets and more details at HopkinsEducationFoundation.org.

October

Month of October

ResourceWest in Hopkins Winter Warm Wear Drive. ResourceWest’s Winter Warm Wear Drive needs new or gently used winter wear to distribute to children throughout our community. Visit ResourceWest.org for more details, to donate, or to register to receive winter warm wear.

Friday, October 4, 7-9 pm

At the Eisenhower Community Center Come Dance With Me Community Dance. Join us for an evening of dancing to live music! Tickets: $12 per person in advance, $15 at the door. Register: HopkinsSchools.org/dance

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Out & About

Thursday, October 24, 5:45-6:30 pm

At Hopkins High School, 2400 Lindbergh Dr., Minnetonka Young People's Concert. Join us for a free concert with the Hopkins High School Orchestra!

Experience an instrument petting zoo and other fun activities at this family-friendly concert.

Saturday-Sunday, October 26-27, 8 am-5 pm

November December

At the Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center Fall Bead Bazaar! Beads, Findings, Silver, Beadwork kits, Vintage Glass & Swarovski, Ceramic Faces, Seed Beads. Vintage Jewelry, Lampwork Beads, Vintage Cabs, Bali Silver, and much more. Classes offered for an extra fee. $3 admission is good for both days.

Saturday, November 2, 9 am-4 pm

At the Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center Fall Fiber Festival. Join us for the 9th annual festival! All manner of fiber and fiber products are available to see, feel, and buy. Alpaca, wool, angora, mohair, silk as well as garments, spinning equipment, soaps, dyes, and jewelry. Also wooden handcrafts and ceramics.

Month of December

At ResourceWest in the Wells Fargo Building, 1011 First Street South, Hopkins Toy Chest Drive — your donations are needed! ResourceWest's Toy Chest program provides new gifts to more than 1,200 children of low-income families. Visit ResourceWest.org for more details.

Saturday, December 7, 2 pm

At the Hopkins High School Auditorium Concertino & Camerata Holiday Concert. The Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies presents a free concert featuring their Concertino and Camerata symphonies. GTCYS provides an inspiring and comprehensive musical experience to transform students musically, personally, and socially.

Friday-Sunday, Dec. 14 (7 pm), Dec. 15 (3 pm & 7 pm) and Dec. 16 (3 pm) At the Hopkins High School Auditorium The Metropolitan Ballet presents The Nutcracker.

Don’t miss this holiday tradition featuring the Metropolitan Ballet and Hopkins Youth Ballet! Tickets can be purchased at metroballet.org or call 866-811-4111.

Dates, times, and prices are subject to change. Please check event organizer's website for updates or changes to these listings.

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Hopkins Activity Center

33 - 14th Ave N, Hopkins

Hopkins Activity Center, owned and operated by the City of Hopkins, is a gathering place for mature adults to participate in recreational, social, educational, fitness and volunteer activities. The community facility has a gym and meeting rooms available for parties, meetings or recreational event rentals. Learn more at www.hopkinsmn.com/activitycenter.

Registration required for all events: Online at hopkinsmn.com/activitycenter or call 952-939-1333.

Cruising Toward Healthy Living Health Fair

Players enjoying the sport of pickleball .

Staying Active

Staying Connected

Defensive Driving Courses

Senior Fitness Classes Members $4/Class, Others $5/Class • Functional Fitness: Tu. & Thurs., 9:00 am • Fit & Fun Aerobics: Wed., 1:45 pm • Qigong: Mon., 6:30 pm

8-Hour Introductory Course

Tap Dance Lessons with Stephanie: Learn tap steps and routines. Wed., 12:30-1:30 pm.

8-week sessions beginning in September. Contact us for dates. Cost per session: $70 Members, Others $74.

Free health screenings and exhibits provided by Park Nicollet. Tu., Sept. 24, 1:00-3:30 pm.

Driving course for those over 55 years old, taught by the Minnesota Safety Council.

Advance registration and payment required, call 952-939-1333.

(Pre-requisite for 4-hour refresher course)

Tu. & Wed., Oct. 8 & 9, 6:00-10:00 pm $24 Members, $26 Others

Educational Opportunities

Call 952-939-1333 to register

Know Before You Throw Antique Appraisal: Thurs., Oct. 3, 9:30 am. Discover information about your special treasures. Registration required.

Mah Jongg Class: Wed., Oct. 16-Nov. 27, 1:003:00 pm. Members $52, Others $55. Learn this intriguing game of chance and skill in a 7-week session. Pre-registration required.

Book Club: Call for list of titles. Members free, Others $3. Meets 1st Mon. monthly, 1:00 pm (2nd Mon. in Sept.).

Bowling Club: Teams play Thurs., 10:00 am at Tuttle’s in Hopkins. Call to get placed on a team.

Begins September 12.

Pickleball Instruction: Get an overview of the game, learn scoring and gain confidence. Equipment available. Tu., Oct. 8, 2:00-3:00 pm. Members $5/class, Others $7/class.

Volleyball: Begins in October. Mon. & Wed., 10:15 am for adults 50+. Members free, Others $3/time.

Travel Afar Travel Show

Learn about distance travel packages for U.S. and travel abroad. Registration required. Tu., Oct. 1, 1:00 pm.

Men's Shed: Retired men meet to share their skills and knowledge by working on community projects. Thurs., 1:00 pm.

Creative Chaos Crafting Weekend: Join us for a weekend of crafting fun! Fri. & Sat, Oct. 25 & 26, 8:00 am-9:00 pm, Sun., Oct. 27, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Members $45 weekend, Others $48, partial day options available.

Call to register.

Travel Near

Take a day trip with us to nearby destinations with deluxe motor coach transportation.

“Ripcord” Matinee Performance. Enjoy lunch and visit the historical galleries before the comedy performance. Wed., Oct. 23, 11:00 am-4:00 pm. Members $72, Others $74. Deadline to register Sept. 23.

Fagen Fighters WWII Museum. Tour the museum, then enjoy lunch. Thurs., Nov. 7, 7:30 am5:15 pm. Members $63, Others $65. Deadline to register Oct. 7.

Minnetonka Senior Services (MSS) Minnetonka Senior Services (MSS), at the Minnetonka Community Center, located at 14600 Minnetonka Boulevard provides opportunities for adults of all ages to enroll in classes, services, trips, and social events (a sampling is listed below). Please contact Minnetonka Senior Services to register. Registration can be done online, over the phone, or by mail.

Scholarships are available to Minnetonka residents age 55 and over. Register: 952-939-8393 or visit online at eminnetonka.com/register.

Minnetonka Senior Services newsletter can be viewed at www.eminnetonka.com or emailed to you. Call 952-939-8393 to be added to the mailing list. Sign up for email updates about MSS happenings and upcoming opportunities.

To be placed on the email list please contact: spieh@eminnetonka.com.

Register: 952-939-8393 or visit online at eminnetonka.com Minnetonka Senior Services 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka

952-939-8393 Sign up for email updates about Minnetonka Senior Services activities. To be placed on the email list please contact: spieh@eminnetonka.com

Sample of Fall Class Offerings

Line Dance, Pilates, History, Bridge, Computer, Tai Chi Chih, Yoga, Defensive Driving, Day Trips, Winter Hikes, Traveling Naturalist, Wellness Series, and many more!

Services

Blood Pressure Screenings, Foot Care Clinic, Alcoholics Anon (AA) and Al-Anon Groups, Medicare Counseling, Senior Outreach: Housing, community resources and oneon-one counseling.

Special Interest Groups

Bingo, Bird Club, Book Club, Bridge Groups, Bunco, Caregiver Conversations, Chorale, Computer, Crafting for a Cause, Art Drop In, Bulls and Bears Investment, Cribbage, Dominos, Mahjongg, Oil Painting Drop In, Pickle Ball Open Play, Poker, Rummikub, Shutterbugs and more!

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Upcoming Events:

Events listed below take place at the Minnetonka Community Center, unless noted. Registration is required.

Sips and Songs: Enjoy refreshments and friends before some local entertainment. Reserve your seat today!

• Manny Cortez, Wed., Sept. 11, 10:30 am-12:00 pm, $3 • Cactus Willie, Wed., Oct. 9, 10:30 am-12:00 pm, $3 Book and Pie Sale: Tu., Sept. 24, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Veterans Month: a variety of programs free for veterans and spouses of veterans.

Lunch and a Movie: Sept. 27, Oct. 18, Nov. 15, Dec. 13, $6. Lunch starts at noon, followed by the show!

Monthly Party: Sept. 17, Oct. 30, Nov. 21, Dec. 18, $7.

Parties start at noon!

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Hopkins Public Schools Community Education

Lindbergh Drive

Highway 394 Lindbergh Center & Hopkins High North Junior High Minnetonka Community Center

Cedar Lake Road

Eisenhower Community Center/Elementary

Gatewood Elementary

Excelsior Blvd

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Highway 7

ResourceWest 1st St

Jackson Ave

Ubah/ Katherine Curren

11th Avenue

Main Street

Glen Lake

13 Elementary

Hopkins Center for the Arts

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Highway 169

Hopkins Crossroads

Baker Road

West Junior High

12th Avenue

Woodridge Road

Highway 494

Minnetonka Blvd

Eden Prairie Rd

1. Eisenhower Community Center

1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305 2. Eisenhower Elementary

1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305 3. Gatewood Elementary

14900 Gatewood Drive

Minnetonka, MN 55345 4. Lindbergh Center

2700 Lindbergh Drive

Minnetonka, MN 55305 5. Harley Hopkins Family Center

125 Monroe Avenue South

Hopkins, MN 55343 6. ResourceWest

1011 First Street South, Hopkins, MN 55343 7. Hopkins Center for the Arts

1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343 8. Hopkins High School

2400 Lindbergh Drive

Minnetonka, MN 55305 9. Hopkins North Junior High

10700 Cedar Lake Road

Minnetonka, MN 55305 10. Hopkins West Junior High

3830 Baker Road, Minnetonka, MN 55305 11. Minnetonka Community Center

14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka 12. Ubah Academy (Katherine Curren)

1600 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343 13. Glen Lake Elementary

4801 Woodridge Road, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Community Education Connects

Map

1st St Harley Hopkins Family Center

Highway 62

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connecting people, creating hope

ResourceWest.org 952-933-3860

ResourceWest assists people and strengthens community through collaborative programs and connections to resources.

We are located in Hopkins, in the Wells Fargo Building.

ResourceWest is ready to assist you through the following programs: • Case management

• Employment Support

• Emergency Bridge Assistance

• Holiday Toy Chest

• Back-to-School Supplies

• PREPARE + PROSPER Tax Prep (Feb. 1-April 15)

• Resource Connection Program

• Portico Navigator

• Winter Warm Wear On-site services include: Hennepin County Economic Assistance service, PREPARE + PROSPER free tax preparation, Portico Navigator to help with insurance enrollment.

Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals, families, and groups, please contact Tarrah for information by calling 952-277-9341. ResourceWest programs are provided through the generosity of community members' donations and volunteerism. Please consider donating or volunteering.

ResourceWest is located in the Wells Fargo Building 1011 First Street South, #109, Hopkins, 55343 building a great place to live

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Registration

Online

Register online for classes at: www.HopkinsCommunityEd.org

By Phone

Call 952-988-4070 to speak to our community education staff. As of 9/13/19, staff are no longer able to take credit card information over the phone. Please call if you need assistance adding your card to your online account in our registration system. We are happy to process registration over the phone once your credit card is securely stored.

By Mail

Complete a registration form, include a check (payable: Hopkins Community Education) to:

Hopkins Community Education Eisenhower Community Center 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305

In Person/Drop-off

• At Eisenhower Community Center, room 170.

• Drive-up drop box located under the canopy at the entrance of Eisenhower Community Center. Place in a sealed envelope with check payment (check only — no cash, no credit card) addressed to: Community Education

Registration Information

Register Early!

Registrations are on a first-come basis. Decision to cancel a class due to low enrollment is made before the class date, so register early to prevent your class from canceling.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Our goal is to develop and deliver a wide range of quality programs to meet the learning needs of the community. We strive for excellence in serving our customers in a prompt, courteous, and respectful manner. We want your experience with Hopkins Community Education to be great, so please let us know if you aren’t fully satisfied. Contact Andrea Sjogren, Adult Program Coordinator at 952-988-4068.

Inclement Weather Information If the Hopkins School District is closed due to bad weather, Community Education classes may be canceled. If the weather turns bad later in the day, Community Education may also cancel activities.

Call the weather hotline at 952-988-4019 for up-to-date information or check the website at HopkinsSchools.org/weather. Cancelled classes will be made up when possible but make up sessions are subject to facility and instructor availability. No refunds will be issued.

Community Education Office Hours

Mark your calendar and assume you are registered. Your class will be held at the time and place indicated in the brochure unless you are contacted. We will notify you if a class is filled, canceled, or changed.

Important Cancellation Policy and Refund Information

• We will gladly refund your class registration fee, or switch your class, if you cancel five business days prior to the first class.

Once a class has begun, no refunds or changes will be made.

You may send a friend in your place if, at the last minute, you find you are unable to attend your class.

• We reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. In that case, we will call you and arrange to refund your class fee.

Discounts Information

Residents of Hopkins School Districts, 62 years and older, and Hopkins Public Schools employees are eligible for some discounts as follows: • For cooking classes, may reduce fee by $5.

• For pottery classes, may reduce fee by $25.

• For most other classes, the discount is 25% off the regular fee not including materials or textbook fees. Exceptions include all computer classes, trips, and other courses as noted in the description.

• Hopkins Public Schools employees are limited to one discounted class per session.

• No discounts for classes at Hopkins Activity Center or Minnetonka Senior Center

Health Plan Discounts

All UCare Minnesota or Metropolitan Health Plan (MHP) members may take up to a $15 discount per class on most classes. Members must be on UCare or MHP at the time of registration and through the duration of the class. Indicate ID number(s) on the registration form. Some plans are limited to three discounts per calendar year.

Fee Assistance

Community Education has limited fee assistance available to School District residents who qualify and are unable to pay the full registration fee. For information and application, please call 952-988-4070.

Photo Release

Photos of class participants and Community Education activities may be used in District marketing materials and on social media. If you do not wish your photo to be used, please call our office.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 8 am-4:30 pm Tuesday/Thursday: 7:30 am-6 pm

Or Register: Call us at 952-988-4070 Online: HopkinsCommunityEd.org

Adult Program Registration Form • Hopkins Community Education Mail check to: Hopkins Community Education, 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305

Participant Name: ______________________________________________________ District Resident? qYes qNo Email (print): __________________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________ City ___________________________ Zip: ________________ Main Phone (qCell qHome qWork): _____________________ 2nd phone (qCell qHome qWork): _____________________ Course # Section Course Title Start Date Time Fee ____________ __________ _____________________________ _____________ __________ __________ ____________ __________ _____________________________ _____________ __________ __________ ____________ __________ _____________________________ _____________ __________ __________ ____________ __________ _____________________________ _____________ __________ __________ Health Plan: Ucare___ or MHP___ Member I.D. #_________________________ Check # _________ (payable to Hopkins Community Education)

Discount $__________ Total $: ______________

Special Needs? ________________________________________________________________________________

qCheck to receive email information and special offers. Yes! I would like to receive special offers, promotions, and information from Hopkins Community Education via email. I understand that my email address will not be given to others without my permission.

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Experience more!

Early Childhood Programs

Youth Enrichment

Early Childhood

Youth Programs

Connect, engage, learn, play, grow!

Kids are inspired to learn while having fun!

Ongoing Parent & Child (newborn to age 5) classes offer support, expert advice, and an opportunity to make connections with other parents.

Children benefit from art, music, stories, learning, and socialization — plus they delight in one-on-one time with you!

There is something for everyone this fall — reserve your child's spot now for art, drama, cooking, LEGO®, chess, sports, dance, drivers education, music, STEM, and much more!

Music and dance classes for active time together!

Parent Education

Special Topics classes. Many are free! Infant Massage, Baby & Me Yoga, Baby Sign Language, Healthy Nutrition in the Early Years, and more.

Boost your parenting toolkit!

Need more support? One-to-one visits are free! A parent educator can meet with you to answer your parenting questions and offer support. For parents with children newborn to age 5. Please call 952-988-5000.

Hopkins Preschools: STEM curriculum, full- and half-day options, and a Saturday option. Extended-day care options, too. Discover how we make learning come alive for your child! Visit HopkinsSchools.org/preschool.

Check our Parenting section for parenting workshops! This fall, explore options and strategies for college financing. Or, for parents of schoolage children, learn how to better navigate the education system in Hopkins Public Schools.

See page 28 for complete details.

Visit HopkinsCommunityEd.org for all our offerings, or call 952-988-4070 for a catalog.

Come Dance With Me!

Community Ballroom Dance

Come dance with us!

Enjoy a fun Friday evening of live music, socializing, and dancing!

October 4, 7-9 p.m.

Eisenhower Community Center 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins Tickets: HopkinsSchools.org/dance

Tuscan Fall Dinner

Become the top chef in your kitchen!

Make it happen this fall!

Cooking Traditional Italian Cuisine

Cooking Chinese Steam Bun

Cooking

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Hopkins Community Education 1001 Highway 7, Room 170 Hopkins, MN 55305

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Serving the communities of: Hopkins, Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, Edina, Golden Valley, Plymouth, & St. Louis Park.

Thank you! As one of our best customers, you may have received this mailing in duplication. We apologize for any inconvenience, and encourage you to pass this piece along to a friend.

Fall registration now open — start your adventure!

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TIME VALUE

Architects of the community we live in.

“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.”

— Coretta Scott King

building a great place to live.

Fall — a time of fresh starts and new beginnings, especially for those that subscribe to the academic calendar. While it’s difficult to see the summer end, fall presents itself in all its glory offering new and different opportunities for community change through growth, learning, relationship-building, connections, involvement, engagement, and more.

Here in Hopkins Community Education, we are excited for a time of new beginnings as we welcome Alex Fisher, director of community education and engagement, into our midst. Welcome Alex! We also applaud our past leader, Katie Williams, for all that she has done over her long tenure to ensure the very best for Hopkins every article continues on page 31 in Special Interest

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