Community Education
Community Education WINTER 2023-24
PAINT IN PRESE G NTS
Paint th e pe wrap for rfect gift to the holid ays! Kids 8+, Pg. 31
*NEW Intro to Stained Glass - Pg. 4
*NEW CHOICES Tasty Brunch - Pg. 28
*NEW Treats Around the World (Gr. 2-4) - Pg. 31
*NEW ECFE Fun with Birds - Pg. 38
TABLE OF CONTENTS Courses for Adults
ON THE COVER
Art, Music & Culture..................................... 3 Compters..................................................... 8 Cooking...................................................... 10 Certifications.............................................. 13 General Interest......................................... 15 Personal Finance....................................... 18 Wellness, Fitness & Recreation................. 19 Ed2Go Classes.......................................... 24
Choices for Adults with Disabilities...... 28 Painting Presents (pg.31) will give students the chance to paint the perfect gift for under the tree this holiday season! Since attending a party with Gallery on the Go in 2015, Laura Ronngren has loved sharing with others how relaxing, fun and healing art can be! After rebranding her business in 2018 to Creative Traveler FM, she figured out what she wanted to do "when she grew up". This fall she returned to college at MSUM, majoring in Sociology with a minor in Art Therapy. Laura loves what she does and shares her talent with Moorhead Community Education teaching classes for both adults and students. Check out her winter classes on pages 3, 4, 5, 29 and 31.
Youth and Family Hobbies, Health & Fitness......................... 30 Classroom Drivers Education.................... 33
AARP Safety Driving Program......... 34 Early Childhood Family Education.. 35 Adult Basic Education...................... 41 Registration Information................... 42 Registration Form...................................... 43
Community Education Mission Statement Our mission is to improve the quality of life in our school district by extending learning opportunities to residents of all ages and abilities and by identifying community needs and developing cooperative relationships between school and community to meet those needs. Moorhead Community Education catalog Issue date: November 2023 Issue Number 58
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Published three times annually Independent School District 152 2777 34th St. S. • Moorhead, MN 56560
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Courses for Adults NEW A Guide to Painting Gorgeous Snowscapes
ART, MUSIC & CULTURE NEW Hand Building with Clay Each participant will be given instruction in working with clay, tools, slab roller, glazing and kiln firing. Participants will be able to make tiles, coasters, trivets, coil pots, platters, etc. AE23 - Bracken Rourke 4 Tues, 3/5-3/26, 6-8 PM Cotton Lake Tile, 418 15th St N, Fargo $155 ($150)*
NEW How Can AI Art Inspire Us?
This class is designed to provide a step-by-step approach to painting snowscapes. Covering everything from selecting the right materials and tools to creating realistic textures, you’ll learn to capture the essence of winter scenes. Materials needed: a set of acrylic paints, 2-3 acrylic paint brushes, a canvas pad or a few stretched canvases of any size and a container to hold tap water. AE71 - John David Berdahl 2 Tues, 12/12-12/19, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $39 ($35)*
This cutting-edge course will harness the power of machine learning algorithms to create stunning and thought-provoking art pieces. With advanced technology, students can generate a wide range of art styles, from abstract to realistic, and everything in between. AE74 - John David Berdahl 2 Wed, 1/31-2/7, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $39 ($35)*
NEW Forest Gnome Painting
NEW Abstract Multi Media Acrylic Painting Participants will be given instruction on basic styles of abstract painting. Other materials can be added to enhance the outcome. All materials (including canvas frames) are included. AE24 - Bracken Rourke 3 Sat, 1/13-1/27, 2-4 PM Cotton Lake Tile, 418 15th St N, Fargo $155 ($150)*
NEW Glass on Glass Mosaic Christmas Trees We will create two stunning glass on glass mosaic trees using a variety of stained glass. You’ll learn glass cutting techniques, proper adhesive use and grouting. You will leave with two ready to hang trees approx 5-7." AE11 - JoAnn McFarlin Thu, 12/7, 6-8:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $65 ($60)*
This darling gnome will be painted on a live edge wood plank. The 13”x11" result is too cute not to take home. Enjoy a relaxing night out or bring your friends to join in on the crafting excitement. You won't want to miss this session! AE86 - Laura Jean Ronngren Mon, 1/8, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $54 ($49)*
READY TO SIGN UP? Register at www.isd152.org/CE
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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ART, MUSIC & CULTURE NEW Illustrating Settings: How to Enhance Your Work
Courses for Adults NEW Painted Wood Slice Ornaments
In this course, you’ll discover the importance of setting in storytelling, the different types of settings, and how to effectively research and plan your settings. Receive instructions on various tool use and techniques to create realistic and engaging settings, such as using descriptive language, sensory details and visual aids. Materials needed: a graphite drawing pencil set, a stick of charcoal, a set of colored pencils, chalk pastels, a sketch-book or sketch pad and kneaded eraser. AE72 - John David Berdahl 2 Thu, 1/11-1/18, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $39 ($35)*
NEW Intro to Stained Glass - Holiday Ornament
Join the Creative Traveler, Laura, as she instructs you how to paint different wood slice ornament creations. This class will provide supplies for two ornaments; have fun painting on wood surfaces and create the perfect holiday craft. AE84 - Laura Jean Ronngren Thu, 12/14, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $24 ($19)*
NEW Painted Wood Pallet Plaque with Rope Create a 10”x10" wood pallet plaque with rope masterpiece titled Spreading Cheer. This darling wall hanging is fun to paint, and pleasant to share. AE85 - Laura Jean Ronngren Mon, 12/18, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $54 ($49)* In this beginners class you will learn how to copper foil, solder and finish two stained glass Christmas tree ornaments. Make an ornament for yourself, a loved one or your pet. All materials and safety equipment provided. AE27 - Randi Jo Zimney Wed, 12/13, 5-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $59 ($55)*
NEW Intro to Stained Glass - Pressed Flower Sun Catcher In this beginners class you will learn how to copper foil, solder and finish. You will create a sun catcher with an arrangement of pressed flowers of your own design. All materials and safety equipment provided. AE28 - Randi Jo Zimney Tues, 2/27, 5-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $59 ($55)*
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Acrylic Pour Painting New techniques and instruments will be used to create unique pieces of art. Learn some new methods of pour painting that are sure to create beautiful canvases. All skill levels are welcome, so bring your friends and family and have a fun relaxing night creating your own masterpieces. AE107 - Melinda Doll & Maria Dahlin Thu, 2/8, 5:30-6:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $34 ($30)*
Couple at Sunset Canvas Painting This February canvas painting class is the perfect time to paint a portrait of a beautiful sunset. Put your senses on the beach while you paint this masterpiece to enjoy year round. AE88 - Laura Jean Ronngren Mon, 2/12, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $44 ($39)*
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Courses for Adults Curious Raccoons Painting on Live Edge Wood Relax and enjoy your evening as you paint curious little raccoons on live edge wood. AE89 - Laura Jean Ronngren Mon, 3/4, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $54 ($49)*
Dreamcatchers Dreamcatchers are made from beautiful Red Willow and Sinew. You will learn how to hand make this indigenous good luck symbol. All materials provided. All courses will be held at Vista 204, 2777 34th St S: AE09 – Christy M Goulet $39 ($34)* AE09A Thu, 1/18, 5:30-7 PM AE09B Fri, 3/7, 5:30-7 PM (Confirming dates)
Evening Stroll Canvas Painting
ART, MUSIC & CULTURE Introduction to Silversmithing Do you like wearing silver jewelry? Learn to use tools and gain skills necessary to fabricate simple silver jewelry pieces. Get hands-on experience using a torch, saw, hammer and pliers. Make two simple sterling rings to keep. All courses will be held at Dakota Fine Art, 11 8th St S, Fargo: AE35 – J. Malcom Thompson $119 ($115)* AE35A Mon, 12/11, 6-9 PM AE35C Mon, 1/22, 6-9 PM AE35D Mon, 2/5, 5-9 PM AE35E Mon, 2/19, 6-9 PM AE35F Mon, 3/4, 6-9 PM AE35G Mon, 3/18, 6-9 PM AE35B Mon, 1/8, 6-9 PM
Introduction to Voiceovers (Ages 18 & up) Explore the craft of voiceovers! Discover current trends, opportunities and tools you need to find success in this growing remote working industry. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. One-time, 90 minute, one-onone, video-chat class. Learn more: http://www. voicesforall.com/ooo Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. AE52 - Alicia Midgley & Voices for All 40 Mondays, 1/1-9/30, 12 PM Virtual $49 ($45)*
NEW Intro to Stained Glass - Crescent Moon Suncatcher
Creating canvas paintings can be a relaxing and rewarding pastime. Laura will breakdown the steps involved to create your masterpiece. Whether this is your first time painting, you'd like to get back to painting or you're an experienced painter, we welcome you to join us as we paint this beautiful work of art. AE87 - Laura Jean Ronngren Mon, 1/22, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $44 ($39)*
In this beginners class you will learn how to copper foil, solder and finish a crescent moon and gem suncatcher. Create your suncatcher with an arrangement of stained glass and gems of your own design. All materials and safety equipment provided. AE19 - Randi Jo Zimney Wed, 3/27, 5-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $59 ($55)*
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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ART, MUSIC & CULTURE The Art of Composition: A Guide to Pencil Drawing
Courses for Adults The Right Modern Art Project for You Introducing the perfect modern art class for the discerning art enthusiast. This innovative course is designed to cater to the unique tastes and preferences of art lovers, providing them with a personalized and customized art experience. Materials needed: a set of acrylic paints, 2-3 acrylic paint brushes, a canvas pad or a few stretched canvases of any size and a container to hold tap water.
This is an ideal class for artists, students and anyone who is interested in developing their skills in pencil drawing. It covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of pencil drawing, the principles of composition and the techniques used to create realistic and expressive drawings. Materials needed: a graphite drawing pencil set, a stick of charcoal, a set of colored pencils, chalk pastels, a sketch-book or sketch pad and kneaded eraser. AE73 - John David Berdahl 2 Tues, 1/16-1/23, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $39 ($35)*
The Magic of Soft Pastels: A Guide to Crafting with Them
AE75 - John David Berdahl 2 Thu, 2/29-3/7, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $39 ($35)*
Christmas Ornaments Customize your own set of Christmas Ornaments with a variety of paint, ribbon, twine, beads and adhesive vinyl cutouts. Join your friends—and Carla—to create your own works of art to display in your home. Rustic chic is all the rage, and not only do you get to create this item, you get to beautify your Christmas tree with handmade ornaments that also make great gifts. AE15 - Carla St Germain Wed, 12/6, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $34 ($29)*
Tile Mosaic
This class is filled with practical tips and techniques including advice on color blending, layering and shading. It also includes a range of inspiring projects that will help you put your newfound skills into practice, from landscapes and still lifes to portraits and abstract designs. Materials needed: a set of chalk pastels, a sketchbook or sketch pad and kneaded eraser. AE76 - John David Berdahl 2 Wed, 3/20-3/27, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $39 ($35)*
Casita Key Hooks Everyone needs a key hook to keep your keys from going missing. Join us to create your own key hook that adds a personal touch to your entryway. Take a night off and have some fun getting crafty and creative.
Students will receive expert instruction for making a finished framed mosaic creation. Your artwork will be ready to hang as your showpiece. All materials and tools provided. AE22 - Bracken Rourke 3 Sat, 2/10-2/24, 2-4 PM Cotton Lake Tile, 418 15th St N, Fargo $155 ($150)*
AE44 - Carla St Germain Wed, 3/14, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $44 ($39)*
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Courses for Adults Scrabble Tile Block Craft
ART, MUSIC & CULTURE American Sign Language Basics for Adults Michele Rolewitz is Deaf and has taught ASL for 20+ years. Learn basic signs for conversational communication and some of the culture of the deaf in this introductory course. Fee includes handouts. Materials Needed: folder for handouts. All courses will be held at Vista 209, 2777 34th St S:
Make your own Scrabble Tile blocks to decorate any room in your home. Grab your friends and enjoy an evening of painting, crafting and having fun. All supplies are included. AE16 - Carla St Germain Wed, 1/17, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $44 ($39)*
Farmhouse Pedestals These farmhouse pedestals are absolutely darling and ready to be dressed up for any holiday or event. Join Carla—and your friends—to create these centerpieces that will be fun to make and cute to decorate. AE43 - Carla St Germain Tues, 2/27, 5:30-7:30 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $44 ($39)*
AE70 – Michele Rolewitz $85 ($79)* AE07A 7 Mon, 1/8-2/26, 6-7:30 PM AE07B 8 Mon, 3/4-4/29, 6-7:30 PM
Beginning Spanish for Adults This is an in-person, interactive beginning Spanish class that uses comprehensible input. Join us to get familiar with a new language and practice in person. Materials needed: pencil, notebook and an open mind. AE17 - Cara Cody-Braun 6 Tues, 1/9-2/13, 6-7:30 PM Horizon Middle School West Campus 507, 3601 12th Ave S $65 ($60)*
MORE American Sign Language for Adults
NEW Beginner Chinese This course is designed for beginners ages 18 and up with no prior Mandarin Chinese knowledge. Instructor Hsiao-Chieh Teng Hozak (CJ) is a native of Taiwan with a Master’s in Teaching Chinese as a Second/Foreign Language and 5 years of teaching experience. This introductory Chinese course will cover Hanyu Pinyin (Chinese phonological system) and the Chinese writing system, in both handwriting and typing. The lessons will be theme-based teaching, with such topics as: selfintroduction, greeting, dining, shopping, making reservations, etc. We will practice listening and speaking in real-life situations. We will also learn Chinese culture related to the course topics. The focus of this course is on speaking and listening with a minor focus on reading and writing. AE03 - Hsiao-Chieh Hozak 8 Wed, 1/10-2/28, 6:30-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 205, 2777 34th St S $199 ($195)*
Michele Rolewitz is Deaf and has taught ASL for 20+ years. Learn additional signs for conversational communication and some of the culture of the deaf in this introductory course. Fee includes handouts. Materials needed: folder for handouts. All courses will be held at Vista 207, 2777 34th St S: AE06 – Michele Rolewitz $85 ($79)* AE06A 8 Tues, 1/9-2/27, 6-7:30 PM AE06B 8 Tues, 3/5-4/23, 6-7:30 PM
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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COMPUTERS
Courses for Adults
NEW Computer Help for the Almost Absolute Beginner
NEW Microsoft Word: The Basics
Learn from your home; simply click the text sent to your e-mail and follow a few simple instructions to enter the “Zoom classroom.” You will be watching and listening to your live instructor as he starts off explaining basic terms that can be foreign to the beginner. We will navigate the desktop and look at some of the benefits of using a computer. Let’s take the mystery out of ‘www’ and the Internet, compose an e-mail and check out the current news. All courses will be Virtual: AE30 – Mike Wilson $20 AE30A Sun, 1/7, 1-2 PM AE30B Wed, 3/6, 6-7 PM
NEW How to Take a Live Zoom Class as a Participant
Mike will break down the unknown Microsoft Word stuff and present them to you in a clear, sensible, and enjoyable way. We will briefly look at the free and paid version of word processors, then the instructor will open and show basic functions in Microsoft Word. We will go on to explore saving, alignments, bullets, numbering, and indents. (Not for Apple/Mac users.) All courses will be Virtual: AE31 – Mike Wilson $20 AE31A Wed, 1/10, 11 AM-12 PM AE31B Sun, 2/11, 1-2 PM
NEW Getting More out of Microsoft Word
Many instructors use Zoom for live/virtual classes such as cooking classes, painting, exercising, computers, music and others. Author and computer instructor Mike Wilson will help participants understand the process of receiving Zoom invites, “getting to your classroom,” and navigating the features used in Zoom. This userfriendly class will be held over Zoom. AE29 - Mike Wilson Monday, 1/8, 6-7 PM Virtual $10
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Let’s make your tasks in Microsoft Word a lot easier. You will save time and frustration and see how to properly use tabs. We will go on to explore dictation, easy paragraph functions, the sort feature, and using macros to eliminate laborious repetition. See the beauty of working with soft and hard returns and how to easily create and use tables. Get tips and tricks, as well as use shortcuts to save time. Let’s look at creating headers/footers and using the Format Painter to easily format existing text. (Not for Apple/Mac users.) All courses will be Virtual: AE32 – Mike Wilson $20 AE32A Sat, 3/9, 1-2 PM AE32B Mon, 4/29, 9-10 AM
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COMPUTERS
Courses for Adults Excel for the Absolute Beginner Learn how to navigate and interface with Excel’s basic features. See how to create a simple contact list. You will view how to use calculations such as AutoSum and see how to generate simple formulas. Learn to use the fill handle, sort existing data, merge and center, move cells and ranges, and wrap text. These easy steps will be held over Zoom. AE14 - Mike Wilson Wed, 1/24, 11 AM-12 PM Virtual $20
Learn All About E-mailing
Learn to use PowerPoint for Zoom and Other Presentations You can create eye-catching presentations with PowerPoint! Explore the PowerPoint interface and see presentations from simple stock designs. Learn to easily apply themes, animate text, and insert images. See how to create text boxes and manipulate slides for printing. We will enhance a presentation by adding animations and transitions. Finally, view the actual presentation as seen by your audience and get a few tips and tricks to design presentations for maximum impact. (We do not show how to share PowerPoint in Zoom during this class. Not for Apple/Mac users.) This will be a class held on Zoom. AE37 - Mike Wilson Thur, 4/25, 2-3 PM Virtual $20
Organizing, Editing, and Saving Photos on your Computer
Learn how to e-mail, forward, reply and send attachments. You will see how e-mails are organized and deleted. Work with other features, such as starred, drafts and sent. Become acquainted with the writing tools, e-mail folders and creating links to direct others to your area of interest and websites you have visited. In addition, we will look at contacts and how to use them. All these features will be clearly demonstrated in Zoom.
During this class you will learn how to manage pictures on your computer. Find out how to name, rename, and move pictures into folders to get organized. We will take a look at using the Photo Gallery and minor editing of pictures such as cropping and making enhancements. We will use pictures for desktop backgrounds and insert a picture into Microsoft Word to manipulate for flyers, invitations, and other printed materials. (Not for Apple/Mac users.) AE34 - Mike Wilson Mon, 3/18, 5-6 PM Virtual $20
AE36 - Mike Wilson Wed, 1/31, 5-6 PM Virtual $20
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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COOKING
Courses for Adults
NEW Hassle Free Vegetarian Indian Cooking
Pizza With Rhombus Guys Join Drew Balstad from Rhombus Guys and learn to make pizza from start to finish. Enjoy your pizza plus take home your handmade dough to make more pizza later. Materials Needed: Take home container All courses will be held at the MHS Career Academy Kitchen 204 or 206, 2800 27th Ave S:
If you enjoy cooking, but really enjoy skipping the hassle of it, join Akanksha for this hassle free vegetarian Indian night of cooking. We will explore new flavors, new recipes and meet new friends. AE33 - Akanksha Advani Wed, 12/13, 5:30-8 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S $39 ($35)*
NEW Indian Cuisine with Fusion Vegetarian Recipes Explore the vastness of Indian cuisine with fusion Vegetarian recipes. We will dive into new flavors and spices of Indian cuisine with Akanksha. Enjoy the evening trying new flavors, new foods and new friends. AE04 - Akanksha Advani Wed, 1/10, 5:30-8 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S $39 ($35)*
AE67 – Drew Balstad $44 ($40)* AE67A (Kitchen 206) Tues, 12/5, 6-8 PM AE67B (Kitchen 204) Tues, 2/6, 6-8 PM AE67C (Kitchen 206) Tues, 3/5, 6-8 PM
NEW Advanced Pizza Do you have a pizza stone or outdoor pizza oven at home and want to dive deeper into the science and art of pizza making? This class will deep dive into dough, fermentation and cover all the techniques required to make great pizza at home using your baking stone or outdoor oven. This is not a beginner class, but one meant for people that have made pizzas at home and want to advance their skills. AE99 - Drew Balstad Tues, 2/20, 6-8:30 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S $39 ($35)*
Carbonara (Italian Pasta)
Pretzel Crust Pizza & Pretzel Knots with Beer Cheese Dip Two of the most craved food items in North America are Pizza and Soft Pretzels! Learn how to satisfy these cravings at the same time by joining Tess for this amazing class as she guides you through her step-by-step process of creating her Specialty Gourmet Pretzel Crust Pizza. AE8 - Tess Georgakopoulos Fri, 3/22, 6-8:30 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
This pasta classic should be a staple in every home cook's arsenal! Using ingredients you probably already have on hand, this dish is quick and easy to execute on a weeknight for yourself or your whole family. AE90 - Drew Balstad Tues, 12/19, 6-7:30 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S $44 ($39)*
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COOKING
Courses for Adults NEW Dim Sum Dumpling Dynasty: Pot Stickers with Homemade Wrappers & Dipping Sauce from SCRATCH!
Fry Bread Tacos Join us as we cook together and make traditional fry bread tacos. Top this tasty bread with hamburger and your favorites such as lettuce, tomatoes, black olives and more. AE13 - Christy M Goulet Thur, 12/7, 5-7 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 204, 2800 27th Ave S $39 ($35)*
Fusion of Traditional Indian Non Vegetarian Recipes
Dim Sum refers to a Chinese or Cantonese meal consisting of numerous small appetizers or finger foods traditionally enjoyed in restaurants. Dim Sum often includes some sort of dumpling, and one of the most popular dumpling options is Pot Stickers. Join Tess for one of her newest classes as she guides you through the step-by-step process of creating the most wonderful pot stickers with homemade wrappers that will take you to culinary heights you never knew you could reach. A wonderful dipping sauce will also be created.
Experience the fusion of traditional flavors of Non Vegetarian recipes with a modern twist. Akanksha will take you to India with these delectable dishes. AE26 - Akanksha Advani Wed, 2/7, 5:30-8 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S $39 ($35)*
Mediterranean Mezze
AE217 - Tess Georgakopoulos Sat, 3/23, 4-6:30 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
Easter Cookie Decorating Class Impress your Easter guests with the most darling cookies created by YOU! Katie will take you stepby-step to create sweet decorated sugar cookies, a talent that is sure to carry you through many seasons and holidays. AE79 - Katie Krumwiede Wed, 3/27, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $54 ($50)*
Focaccia, Stromboli, & Calzones, Oh My Learn how to make your own homemade focaccia Bread, a wonderful rolled pizza called a Stromboli, and stuffed Pizzas, known as Calzones with homemade pizza dough. Experience the rave reviews from previous participants of the instructor’s pizza classes yourself as you learn how to make your own pizzas with her step-by-step instruction. Take out Pizza may just become a thing of the past!
The word “Mezze” refers to finger foods and dips. Many Mediterranean meals consist of a variety of “mezze” items that come together creating the most wonderful flavors, tastes and textures. Similar to charcuterie boards, Mediterranean families have been creating charcuterie tables for generations consisting of a variety of Mezze items. Now you too can wow and dazzle your family or guests with a delicious full-flavored mouthwatering Mediterranean Mezze meal that will have everyone asking for more. AE98 - Tess Georgakopoulos Sat, 3/16, 4-6:30 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
AE3 - Tess Georgakopoulos Sat, 4/20, 4-6:30 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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COOKING
Courses for Adults
NEW Norwegian Baking: Lefse
Ojibwe Wild Rice Hotdish
Join Romayne Kilde of the Nordic Heart (an online community embracing Nordic Living in our Hearts and Homes) for a fun evening making Lefse. All Lefse equipment is provided - just bring along an apron and a take home container for your share of lefse. You will also receive a lefse recipe card/tip sheet.
The Wild Rice Hotdish Class will allow participants to learn about the sacred Manoomin/Wild Rice which is genetically unique to Minnesota by receiving a hand out of the Ojibwe Creation Story which tells of how this sacred food was brought to the Minnesota Ojibwe Peoples. This class highlights easy cooking skills which will result in a ready to eat hotdish.
All courses will be held at the MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S: AE55 – Romayne L Kilde $54 ($49)* AE55A Thur, 11/16, 6-8 PM AE55B Thur, 12/14, 6-8 PM
California Sushi Roll Extravaganza
AE12 - Christy M Goulet Thur, 1/11, 6-7:30 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 204, 2800 27th Ave S $30 ($25)*
Sous Vide For Home Cooks Have you been interested in this new trend in cooking but don't know where to start? This class will go over this method of cooking, giving you the science behind this technique and how to use it to make life as a home cook easy and fun. Whether cooking steak for a crowd, meal prepping for the week, or having food ready at any moment out at the lake, Sous Vide is a technique that should be in every home cook's arsenal. AE95 - Drew Balstad Tues, 1/23, 6-8 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S $35 ($30)*
Join Tess as she walks you through how to make a variety of the most marvelous California rolls that will make you wonder why you haven't tried to make your own before. California sushi roll combinations are only limited by your imagination! Learn the skill of creating delicious seasoned sushi rice, spicy mayo and how to stuff, wrap and shape the rolls with wonderful filling ingredients.
Spring Cookie Decorating Class
AE213 - Tess Georgakopoulos Sat, 5/11, 4-6 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
Indian Appetizers Relish the flavor of spices and learn to prepare Indian Appetizers/starters. AE25 - Akanksha Advani Wed, 3/13, 5:30-8 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S $39 ($35)*
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Spring is coming, and so are the most adorable spring cookies. Get your apron ready and join your friends and family, or attend solo for a relaxing evening. This class will teach you step-by-step instructions on 6 sweet cookies; you will take knowledge home on how to decorate cookies for a multitude of future events. AE77 - Katie Krumwiede Wed, 3/6, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $54 ($50)*
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COOKING
Courses for Adults Spring Roll Symphony! Crafting Crispy & Fresh Spring Roll Delights Join Tess as she walks you through the process of creating two types of spring rolls bursting with a symphony of flavors bold and bright enough to wake up any and all taste buds. Choice of meat (chicken or pork) & veggies will fill the crispy spring rolls, and fresh veggie and precooked protein of choice will fill the fresh spring rolls. AE218 - Tess Georgakopoulos Sat, 5/18, 4-6:30 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
Classic Pierogi Have some fun participating in this virtual class. Learn how to make your own homemade classic pierogi with homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy. Participants will receive a list of ingredients ahead of time to allow time for shopping and preparation along with a professionally created PDF packet of the instructor’s personal recipes. AE210 - Tess Georgakopoulos Fri, 3/8, 6-8 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
Sweethearts’ Delights: Elegant Éclairs & Paczki (Polish Doughnuts)
Air Fryer Hype: Copycat KFC & Recipe Ideas for All Ages
Learn to make two dreamy mouthwatering sweets to share or give to your sweetheart, family, friends or loved ones on Valentine’s Day this year! During this class, you will learn to make a decadent French pastry known as a Chocolate Éclair filled with pastry cream and covered in chocolate ganache, and another wonderfully rich yeasted dessert known as Paczki (Polish Doughnuts) filled with preserves or pastry cream.
Have some fun participating in this virtual Air Fryer Demonstration and Partial Cook-Along class as we dive into the world of Air Frying. The instructor will demonstrate some family favorite recipes and invite participants to join in for one of them. Demonstrated Recipes: homemade eggroll wraps, pizza bites, seasoned potato wedges, and burgers. Cook-Along Recipe: the instructors own Copycat KFC® Chicken.
AE216 - Tess Georgakopoulos Sat, 2/3, 4-6:30 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
Courses for Adults Bookkeeping Certificate How do you manage the finances of a business? Whether you are an entrepreneur, running a family business, or just looking to advance your career and add to your skill set, this Bookkeeping Certificate will provide you with the knowledge needed to measure, and manage the financial health of your business. This program focuses on cash basis accounting. This course has 3 sections beginning on February 5th and ending on April 26th. LERN10 – LERN Instructors 2/5-4/22 Online $495
AE4 - Tess Georgakopoulos Saturday, 1/20, 4-6 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
CERTIFICATIONS Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers
Every successful person in the workplace utilizes financial information to aid effective decision making. The Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers explains the financial concepts and accounting processes used in most businesses and will provide practical techniques that will increase your effectiveness and career. This course has 3 sections beginning on February 5th and ending on April 26th. LERN11 - LERN Instructors 2/5-4/22 Online $495
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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CERTIFICATIONS Certificate in Business Writing
Courses for Adults Certificate in QuickBooks Online Save time, track money, and get important insights with Quickbooks Online. Quickbooks Online is the leading online accounting platform. It is the preferred choice for small business managers, owners, bookkeepers and accounting professionals. There are patches and regular automatic upgrades to the software. This course has two sections and begins on February 5th and concludes on March 29th.
Discover the keys to successful writing for the workplace. Whether you are writing a report, memo, letter or publicity notice, business writing has some defined characteristics for success. Successful communicators in the workplace move forward, others move back. Enhance your career by improving this critical communication skill. Begin with understanding the format, construction and successful techniques of writing good business reports and proposals. This course has 3 sections beginning on February 5th and ending on April 26th. LERN13 - LERN Instructors 2/5-4/22 Online $495
LERN23 - LERN Instructors 2/5-3/25 Online $395
Digital Marketing Certificate Come get a fundamental yet advanced introduction to eMarketing, including improving email promotions, analyzing your website traffic, doing search engine optimization and successfully employing online advertising. This course has 3 sections beginning on February 5th and ending on April 26th. LERN17 - LERN Instructors 2/5-4/22 Online $495
Podcasting
Certificate in Data Analysis Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions. Add a whole new skill set to your portfolio, and make a big difference in the success of your organization by acquiring data analysis skills. This course has 3 sections beginning on February 5th and ending on April 26th. LERN14 - LERN Instructors 2/5-4/22 Online $495
Businesses are turning to podcasting to grow their brand and connect with customers. People with a niche hobby are turning podcasts into a business. Podcasting is experiencing a rebirth as mobile devices are everywhere. The intimate nature of the audio medium allows potential clients to get to know who you are and determine if you are the kind of company with which they want to do business. This course begins February 5th and concludes on March 1. LERN21 - LERN Instructors Mon/Fri, 2/5-3/1 Online $245
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CERTIFICATIONS
Social Media for Business Certificate
Statistics for Decision Making Certificate
Get in on this exciting and growing way to communicate, market and serve your customers and clients. For businesses, nonprofits, government and other organizations. From Facebook to Twitter, blogging, YouTube, LinkedIn and more, discover the new principles of communication that apply across all networks and how these specific social networks work and the possible uses for your organization. This course has 3 sections beginning on February 5th and ending on April 26th.
Improve your decision making success with an advanced practical how-to process for gathering statistics. Help your organization design effective surveys to improve business and workplace effectiveness. This course has 3 sections beginning on February 5th and ending on April 26th.
LERN18 - LERN Instructors 2/5-4/22 Online $495
Courses for Adults Be a Better Writer: 10 Easy Tips to Improve Your Writing Now
LERN20 - LERN Instructors 2/5-4/22 Online $495
GENERAL INTEREST NEW Writing with Joy: Unleashing your Creative Spirit
We write everyday: emails, social media posts, work projects and even non-fiction or creative writing. Improving is just a matter of knowing some simple tricks to make your writing more impactful and readable, and may help get you a promotion at work or avoid rejection from a publisher. In this hands-on session, there will be writing/editing examples and exercises so you can see in real time how to make sentences flow properly while still maintaining reader interest. You will leave with a workbook full of writing tips and tricks. AE59 - LeeAnne Krusemark Sat, 3/2, 3-6 PM Virtual $49 ($45)*
Beginner's Guide to Starting a FREE Blog Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your service, your product or information you want to share. You will also learn how to earn an income with your blog, including links to other websites and advertising on your blog, as well as increase your internet ranking. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
Take some time for yourself this busy season and join us for a fun evening of writing and creativity. We’ll explore ways to quiet the inner critic and write from the heart, do writing exercises that will light up your imagination, and share tips and tools to spark new ideas and keep your creativity going. All materials supplied. Selina Bjorlie has an MFA in Creative Writing and is a Certified Creativity Coach. Linda Lee Sand has an M.A. in Communication and is an award-winning writer of children’s fiction and poetry. AE70 - Selina Bjorlie & Linda Lee Sand Tues, 12/5, 6-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 205, 2777 34th St S $44 ($39)*
AE100 - LeeAnne Krusemark Fri, 3/8, 4-6 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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Courses for Adults Intro to Medical Terminology
GENERAL INTEREST Beginners Guide to Getting Published Prerequisite: Explore 50 Different Self Publishing Options
Take the first step to any career in the medical field or simply understand your family's medical visits. You will leave with a solid foundation of medical language as well as basic medical billing and coding terminology. AE39 - LeeAnne Krusemark Mon, 3/4, 6-9 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop is a must. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. AE48 - LeeAnne Krusemark Tues, 3/5, 6-8 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
Writing for Online Blogs, Magazines & Websites
How to Write Your Life Story You don't need to be famous to have a legacy to leave behind. Create an inspirational autobiography for family, friends and others. Learn how to bring your story to life with a step-by-step outline. Printing/publishing options will also be discussed. AE45 - LeeAnne Krusemark Sat, 3/2, 10 AM-1 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
Explore 50 Different Self Publishing Options Self Publishing is all the rage, but is it the best option for YOU? (participants must also attend “Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published”) And, can you do both? You will discover the pros and cons of all the self publishing options, including print-ondemand and e-book publishing, as well as Amazon options, and see how they compare to traditional publishing. Informative handouts, including a rated description of 50 self publishing companies for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. AE38 - LeeAnne Krusemark Tues, 3/5, 8-9 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
You don’t need a journalism degree or previously published articles to write for anyone’s online blog, magazine, or website. Some opportunities offer exposure, while many pay well -- $1 a word and more. In this fast-paced session, you will learn how to: find ideas, sources, and more than 1,000 opportunities that pay, conduct interviews and create interesting content, protect your copyright, write query letters, and then use this credibility to sell other articles or even your self published novel. AE42 - LeeAnne Krusemark Tues, 3/5, 4-6 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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PERSONAL FINANCE Make Money Pet Sitting
Courses for Adults Retirement by Design
Do you love animals… especially dogs? Learn how to make extra money by watching dogs or other pets, requested in the pet’s home. You will learn about feeding, watering and exercising pets; how to make a good impression as well as what questions to ask when interviewing for a pet sitting job; and what to do when a dog has behavioral issues. You will also discover other services you can offer to make more money, such as dog walking, grooming, puppy training, etc. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. This class is taught by a seasoned professional pet sitter and a longtime entrepreneur. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
Retirement by Design is a 40-minute presentation that illustrates how you can translate your vision for retirement into tangible goals. Whether you are 10 or 40 years from retirement, you’ll learn investment strategies to help design the retirement you want. We’ll also discuss how you can add flexibility to your strategy to help you handle unexpected events and how you can keep your strategy on track. Outline: Welcome/ Introduction; Seminar overview; Your current situation; Your vision for retirement; Defining your goals; Working toward your goals; Taxes; Preparing for the unexpected; Staying on track AE18 - Jacob Thielges Thur, 2/8, 6:30-8 PM Vista Center for Education Room 205, 2777 34th St S $10
Know your Costs - Creating your Custom Home
AE40 - LeeAnne Krusemark Fri, 3/1, 6-8 PM Virtual $44 ($39)*
Monetize Websites, Blogs and Social Media with Affiliate Marketing Earn a passive monthly income from selling other people’s products by placing a merchantprovided advertisement link on your site and get a commission for every sale, click or lead. Learn where to find 1000+ free and low cost opportunities and how to avoid scams or links that won't offer a beneficial ROI (return on investment). Learn how to find high, recurring and secondtier commissions. You'll also learn SEO secrets to increase your site's ranking and visibility on search engines like Google. AE101 - LeeAnne Krusemark Wed, 3/6, 4-5 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
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Costs are rising everywhere and this is especially true for new home construction. In this course, a local designer and a custom home builder will discuss the cost implications of design decisions and construction methods in our region. If you have questions about your dream home, this course will be helpful. Bring your ideas and sketches. All courses will be held in Vista 203 and 205, 2777 34th St S: AE46 – Brent Behm $10 AE46A - Vista 205 Tues, 12/12, 6:30-8 PM AE46B – Vista 203 Thur, 2/8, 6:30-8 PM
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PERSONAL FINANCE
Courses for Adults How to Start Any Home Based Business
Save Money with Extreme Couponing
Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. This is probably the most comprehensive business start up workshop you will ever find. You will discover: more than 250 legitimate home business ideas; mandatory legal documentation; many ways to market your product/service; how to take tax deductions (this workshop included!). If you really want to succeed in a home business, this step-by-step session is a must.
Learn how to save $$$ every day with extreme couponing. Coupons are NOT just for groceries. The savings can add up to HUNDREDS or even THOUSANDS of dollars every year. This comprehensive workshop will teach you where to find all different types of coupons, even for bigticket items; how to find the best coupon apps and websites; and how to match coupons with sales for maximum savings.
AE47 - LeeAnne Krusemark Wed, 3/6, 6-8 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
Courses for Adults
AE50 - LeeAnne Krusemark Fri, 3/1, 5-6 PM Virtual $39 ($35)*
WELNESS, FITNESS & RECREATION
NEW Guided Practice: Grounding, Clearing & Meditation
NEW Intro to Latin Social Dances
Interested in learning how you can decrease anxiety and depression, calm your mind, and reclaim your energy with a few simple tools? Join this weekly group practice and learn a new way that can have lasting, positive results with practice. Located at The Wellspring, a MEDical tune-up center for wellbeing via Music, Energy, and Dance. Bring your journal, writing utensil and water bottle. All courses will be held at The Wellspring, 2702 12th Ave S: AE61 & AE65 – Dr. Greta $205 ($199)* AE61 8 Mon, 1/8-2/26, 6:30-7:30 PM AE65 8 Wed, 1/10-2/28, 6:30-7:30 PM
NEW Qi Gong: Energy Medicine Practice A new experience for a New You in the New Year! This Traditional Chinese Medicine energy practice utilizes breath, visualization, gentle movement and sound to optimize the flow of life force energy (Qi, pronounced "chee") in your body. Learn techniques to increase health and wellness and maintain a more tuned-up body, mind and spirit than ever before. Side effects may include: A sense of peace, better circulation and mobility and decreased pain in your body. AE401 - Dr. Greta 8 Wed, 1/10-2/28, 11 AM-12 PM The Wellspring, 2702 12th Ave S $205 ($199)*
A New Year for a New You! Want to get moving and back in-shape by spicing it up and having fun moving to latin music? Interested in learning how to dance in a no-pressure situation or need help finding your right foot after years of dancing on two lefts? We will learn how to do basic patterns and dance moves to latin social dances such as merengue, cumbia, bachata, salsa... etc. You do not need a partner, so come to class solo or with your friends. It's a great way to de-stress, warm up and learn something fun. Greta has a professional background in Latin dance performance and choreography, and private and group instruction background for 15 years, and is here to share dance with the community. Materials Needed: your water bottle and indoor shoes for practice (such as indoor gym shoes, dance or dress shoes). All courses will be held at The Wellspring, 2702 12th Ave S: AE41 – Dr. Greta $105 ($99)* AE41A 4 Thur, 1/4-1/25, 6-7 PM AE41B 4 Thur, 2/1-2/22, 6-7 PM
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WELLNESS, FITNESS & RECREATION NEW Somatics I – The Cat Stretch
Courses for Adults
NEW Introduction to the MELT Method Restore the Core & Pelvic Floor Whether you’re dealing with pelvic or SI joint dysfunction, incontinence or prolapse, this MELT Method class will help you reestablish the connection to the deep intrinsic muscles of the pelvic floor and reintegrate the timing of the hips. Lori Hill has a level-4 teaching experience with the MELT Method. **This class is also offered as a 4-week series in March so you can practice your technique.
Learn the Cat Stretch* and find new ease in being and moving in your body. The Cat Stretch is a sequence of easily done movements that reduces constricted patterns held by the body. Unwinding these patterns often brings relief and ease to the physical layer of the body that typically shifts to the other layers (koshas): the breath, mind and spirit. Practicing the stretch leaves you feeling lighter, spacious and more nimble… Come find your inner cat! *Created by Thomas Hannah (founder of Clinical Somatic Education).
AE10 - Karla Hensrud-Wagner & Lori Hill 4 Fri, 3/8-3/29, 10:30-11:30 AM Family Wellness Center Group Fitness Room 1, 2960 Seter Pkwy, Fargo $69
NEW Introduction to Yoga for Bone Health
All courses will be held at HeartSprings Community Healing Center, 2010 Elm St N, Fargo: AE63 – Cammie Lamey $70 AE63A 5 Thur, 12/7-1/11, 9:15-10:15 AM AE63B 5 Thur, 1/18-2/22, 9:15-10:15 AM
NEW Health & Vitality Movement Series Do you want to continue aging with grace, beauty and power? Research has shown that our lifestyle choices affect our genetic activity. January, February, and March 2024 can be a great time for you to try new activities to inspire you toward empowerment, personal growth and transformation. Move better, sleep better, eat better, visualize and meditate with like-minded people to enrich your body, mind and spirit. Health & Vitality Movement Series is an 8-week program meeting on certain Saturdays for 1-hour to learn breathing habits, ease tension and stress, achieve optimal strength, better alignment, dynamic support, & more efficient movement patterns. AE51 - Karla Hensrud-Wagner 8 Sat, 1/6-3/16, 10-11 AM Family Wellness Center Group Fitness Room 1, 2960 Seter Pkwy, Fargo $124
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Bone health is vitally important at any age. Have you been told you have osteopenia or osteoporosis? Learn how studies have shown that yoga can improve bone health. Join Lori Hill, certified Yoga for Osteoporosis teacher to learn how to safely perform yoga poses. **This class is also offered as a 4-week series in February so you can practice your technique. AE69 - Karla Hensrud-Wagner & Lori Hill 4 Fri, 2/9-3/1, 10:30-11:30 AM Family Wellness Center Group Fitness Room 1, 2960 Seter Pkwy, Fargo $69
Beginner Belly Dance Join MinDak Belly Dance on Thursday nights to learn the ins and outs of Belly Dancing. All courses will be held at FM Aerial & Movement Arts, 508 Oak St N, Fargo: AE81 – MinDak Belly Dance AE81A 4 Thur, 1/4-1/25, 7:30-8:30 PM $54 ($49)* AE81B 5 Thur, 2/1-2/29, 7:30-8:30 PM $64 ($59)* AE81C 4 Thur, 3/7-3/28, 7:30-8:30 PM $54 ($49)*
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WELNESS, FITNESS & RECREATION
Adult Tae Kwon Do
Evening Kickboxing/Self-Defense This 50-minute evening class is sure to get your heart beating. This cardio kickboxing meets selfdefense class is specifically designed to teach you the basics of how to defend yourself while getting in a great workout, meeting new people and relieving stress. All courses will be held at Shou Shu Self Defense, 900 1st Ave N:
Learn Traditional martial art with a modern application. Focusing on Self-defense and personal development. A great work out for the mind and the body. All courses will be held at Marquart’s Tae Kwon Do, 2615 12th Ave S:
AE94 – Alexis Potter $79 AE94A 10 Tues, 1/23-3/26, 7:30-8:20 PM AE94B 10 Thur, 1/18-3/28, 7:30-8:20 PM
NEW Latin Social Dance: Bachata
AE62 – Jaime Riepe $90 AE62A 8 Tue/Thu, 1/2-1/25, 6:30-7:45 PM AE62B 8 Tue/Thu, 2/6-2/29, 6:30-7:45 PM AE62C 8 Tue/Thu, 3/5-3/28, 6:30-7:45 PM
Chair Yoga Are you interested in Yoga but not interested in getting onto the floor? Chair Yoga is perfect for anyone who wants to experience the many benefits of yoga without having to get up and down from the floor. Chair yoga is practiced either sitting or using chairs for support in various postures and is designed to mindfully increase range of motion while meeting students where they are making yoga accessible to people recovering from an injury, mobility limitations or balance concerns. Find your center and get grounded in body and mind in this gentle class. Appropriate for students of all levels. No Yoga experience needed. All courses will be held at Family Wellness Center Group Fitness Room 1, 2960 Seter Pkwy, Fargo: AE91 – Karla Hensrud-Wagner & Lori Hill $49 ($45)* AE91A 4 Wed, 1/10-1/31, 10-10:45 AM AE91B 4 Wed, 2/7-2/28, 10-10:45 AM AE91C 4 Wed, 3/6-3/27, 10-10:45 AM
Join in on the fun! This dance originates from the Dominican Republic and is fast becoming a social dance favorite across the world. Come solo or with a partner and learn the foundational steps to build upon in this rhythmic dance style. Greta has a professional background in Latin dance performance and choreography, and private and group instruction background for 15 years, and is here to share dance with the community. Materials Needed: your water bottle and indoor shoes for practice (such as indoor gym shoes, dance or dress shoes). All courses will be held at The Wellspring, 2702 12th Ave S: AE49 – Dr. Greta $105 ($99)* AE49A 4 Tues, 1/9-1/30, 6-7 PM AE49B 4 Tues, 2/6-2/27, 6-7 PM
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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WELLNESS, FITNESS & RECREATION Prenatal Yoga
Courses for Adults
Kickboxing and Street Self-defense Great aerobic and strength class while learning boxing and kicking techniques along with Street Self-defense. Great for all ages 13 and up and all fitness levels. All courses will be held at Marquart’s Tae Kwon Do, 2615 12th Ave S:
Prenatal Yoga is designed to help the Mother-to-be feel fit, comfortable and relaxed during pregnancy. Because pregnancy creates many challenges for the body, in this Yoga Class, you will enjoy a gentle flow of yoga posture specific to Prenatal Yoga, benefiting your changing body and calming the mind. No Prior Yoga experience necessary. All courses are held at Family Wellness Center Group Fitness Room 1, 2960 Seter Pkwy, Fargo: AE53 – Karla Hensrud-Wagner & Caroline McGuire $90 AE53A 6 Sun, 1/7-2/11, 2:45-3:45 PM AE53B 6 Sun, 2/18-3/24, 2:45-3:45 PM
Postnatal Yoga Postnatal Yoga will help you recover from birth more harmoniously, release the pains you might be experiencing, and get back in touch with your vital energy, your core strength and inner balance. It is a modified, low-intensity yoga practice and offers the most benefits especially during the first three months after childbirth. This type of yoga is designed to help mothers reconnect, recover, regain abdominal strength, body flexibility and tone. Feel free to bring your baby (up until baby starts crawling) to play, while you move your body. All courses are held at Family Wellness Center Group Fitness Room 1, 2960 Seter Pkwy, Fargo: AE58 – Karla Hensrud-Wagner & Caroline McGuire $90 AE58A 6 Sun, 1/7-2/11, 1:30-2:30 PM AE58B 6 Sun, 2/18-3/24, 1:30-2:30 PM
AE60 – Jaime Riepe $50 AE60A 8 Tue/Thu, 1/2-1/25, 7-7:50 PM AE60B 8 Tue/Thu, 2/6-2/29, 7-7:50 PM AE60C 8 Tue/Thu, 3/5-3/28, 7-7:50 PM
Yoga Flow with Ease - Soma Yoga This class incorporates somatic movements into a traditional yoga practice to bring greater ease and increased awareness to the traditional poses. Class typically begins with somatic movements and then continues with a slow vinyasa flow. Modifications are provided throughout the class to allow individuals to choose adaptations appropriate for their bodies. Knowledge of somatics is not necessary, a basic understanding of yoga poses is expected. Props commonly used include blocks, strap, blanket or bath towel and a firm chair. All courses will be held Virtually: AE57 – Cammie Lamey $45 AE57A 5 Mon, 12/4-1/15, 5:30-7 PM AE57B 5 Mon, 1/22-2/19, 5:30-7 PM AE57C 5 Mon, 2/26-3/25, 5:30-7 PM
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WELNESS, FITNESS & RECREATION
NEW Learn the Art of Crappie Fishing on the Ice
Intro to Martial Arts for Adults (Ages 18 & up)
Venture down to Detroit Lakes and join fishing guide Brady Baxter to learn the art of crappie fishing through the ice. You will learn techniques and valuable information that you can use for a lifetime of successful ice fishing. You will be fishing out of a 2022 Ambush Outdoors fish house with padded bench seats and a warm heater on Detroit Lake. Attendees will have an opportunity to keep enough fish to bring home and clean for a meal.
It is never too late to begin your journey to becoming a more self-confident and stronger you. Martial arts can help improve focus, balance, coordination and mobility for students of all ages. This class is designed to introduce adults to the basics of self-defense martial arts.
All courses will be held at Detroit Lake, 502 Lake Ave, Detroit Lakes: AE56 – Brady Baxter $124 ($119)* AE56A Tues, 1/16, 5:15-7:30 PM AE56B Tues, 1/23, 5:15-7:30 PM AE56C Tues, 1/30, 5:15-7:30 PM AE56D Tues, 2/6, 5:15-7:30 PM AE56E Tues, 2/13, 5:15-7:30 PM AE56F Tues, 2/20, 5:15-7:30 PM AE56G Tues, 2/27, 5:15-7:30 PM
Hypnosis to Control Weight How would you look and feel if you could stop your current food obsession? Hypnosis can help you control your eating habits, stop cravings for sweets, carbs, salty, greasy foods and pop. Learn to desire the right foods, push your plate away when full and motivate yourself to exercise. AE05 - Mary Fischer Mon, 2/12, 5:45-8 PM Vista Room 120, 2777 34th St S $64 ($59)* ($10 Lifetime Members)
Hypnosis to Stop Smoking, Vaping or Chewing Tobacco What would your future be like if you could stop smoking, vaping or chewing tobacco today? Don’t let tobacco control your life. If you’re ready to quit, hypnosis can help you stop immediately, without withdrawal, cravings or gaining weight. AE02 - Mary Fischer Mon, 2/12, 5:45-9 PM Vista Room 120, 2777 34th St S $64 ($59)* ($10 Lifetime Members)
AE93 - Alexis Potter 9 Mon, 1/22-3/25, 7-8 PM Shou Shu Self Defense, 900 1st Ave N $155
Self-Defense Seminar Learn basic self-defense and awareness during a one day seminar. All courses will be held at Marquart’s Tae Kwon Do, 2615 12th Ave S: AE64 – Jaime Riepe $40 AE64A Sat, 2/10, 6:30-8 PM AE64B Sat, 3/23, 6:30-8 PM
Hypnosis to Stop Smoking, Vaping or Chewing Tobacco and to Control Weight All long-lasting behavior changes occur at an unconscious level. With hypnosis, you can make that change. The experience also is relaxing and allows you to be in control at all times. The fee includes a CD and lifetime membership card for free reinforcement. 5:45-6 p.m. Check-in (first 15 minutes) 6-7 p.m. Introduction (Required for both weight loss and stop smoking/vaping/chewing tobacco clients) 7-8 p.m. Weight loss hypnosis (Smokers will take a break, off school grounds, to have a last cigarette) 8-9 p.m. Stop smoking, vaping and chewing tobacco hypnosis Dr. Mary Fischer is a certified clinical hypnotherapist. Bring a pillow, blanket or beanbag chair for added comfort. AE01 - Mary Fischer Mon, 2/12, 5:45-9 PM Vista Room 120, 2777 34th St S $109 ($105)* ($10 Lifetime Members)
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ED2GO CLASSES
Courses for Adults
REGISTER FOR ONLINE CLASSES AT: www.ed2go.com/moorheadce
Complete any of these courses from your home or office at any time of the day or night Welcome!
How to Get Started:
Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient and highly interactive. The instructors create warm and supportive communities of learners. All courses run for six weeks, two lessons per week. Courses are projectoriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links and more. You can complete any of these courses entirely from your home or office and at any time of the day or night.
1. Visit our Online Instruction Center at: www.ed2go.com/moorheadce. This is where you'll select your course, choose a start date and pay for the course. You'll note that there are many more courses than those listed in this catalog, and you're welcome to take any course at this website. 2. Select the course and the date you'd like to start the class and follow the instructions for enrolling in the course. It's at this point that you'll choose a username and password. 3. Make payment with a credit card.
Starting Dates for all courses will be: December 13 & January 17
4. On the start date of the course, log in and go to www.ed2go.com/moorheadce and enter the classroom link using your username and password.
Requirements: All courses require Internet access, email, one of the following browsers: Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Internet Explorer (9.0 or above), Google Chrome or Safari and the latest Adobe Flash and PDF plug-ins. Some courses may have additional requirements. Please visit our Online Instruction Center for access to complete course descriptions, student evaluations, instructor biographies, requirements and other information.
NEW Certificate in Mindful Relationships
$59
NEW Goal Setting and Workplace Efficiency Training $195 Good time management and the ability to set personal goals are key to achieving success in life. This course will teach you how to set appropriate, measurable goals and develop good time management skills to achieve them.
Start Your Own Small Business
Explore mindful self-care, intimate relationships, and communication processes, and examine how these impact our relationships with others and the planet.
Building Teams That Work
$135
Chances are you will be part of a professional or personal team at some point. This course provides you with communication, problemsolving and leadership skills to keep your team on the right track and real-life scenarios that will help you master successful team-building and management.
$129
Learn how to transform your passion and talent into a viable small business. This course will teach you about financing, marketing techniques, employee management, policy writing, and time management - everything you need to know to start your very own small business.
NEW Certificate in Integrative Behavioral Health $159 Learn a groundbreaking, holistic and integrative approach to treating mental health problems. This course will provide complementary methods of care which are combined with medications and psychotherapy to effectively address the physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of individuals with a variety of mental health conditions.
Digital Marketing Suite
$365
Learn how to develop an Internet marketing plan, use popular social media platforms, and achieve higher positions with major search engines.
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Courses for Adults NEW Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
$129
Medical Coding
$135
Explore a career as a medical coder and gain knowledge to help you work, with confidence, almost anywhere in the medical field from doctors' offices, clinics, hospitals, or even in the comfort of your home. This course teaches use of the CPT manual and IDC-10-CM which will give you a leg up on others who are new to this career.
NEW Introduction to Interior Design $129
Gain a foundational knowledge of the science behind creating computer systems that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence in this introductory artificial intelligence (AI) course.
Creating Web Pages
$129
Learn the basics of HTML as you design, create, and post your very own website. This course will help you plan the content, structure, and layout of your website, create neatly formatted text, build links, and add color, graphics, and tables, as well as understand no-cost web marketing strategies and SEO.
NEW Legal Terminology
$155
This course will examine the legal terminology used in Civil Litigation, Criminal, Administrative, Commercial, Personal Injury, Insurance, Intellectual Property, Ethics, Corporate, Real Estate, Bankruptcy, Employment, and Estate Law.
Persuasive Communication
Learn to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. This course will teach you how to design every aspect of a room while taking into account color theory, industry trends, special arrangements, floor plans, design ideas, and interior design basics.
Photography Suite
$335
Learn the art of taking a great photo. In this series, you will not only learn how to decide which is the best type of equipment to use, but you will also master the use of your DSLR camera as you learn how the technology can help you take beautiful portraits and action shots of people. You will get a crash course in all the features and controls on your camera that can be used to elevate your photos and learn photo editing techniques for professional-looking images. By the end of this series, you'll be well on your way to becoming a skilled photographer.
Human Anatomy and Physiology
$135
$155
Persuasive communication is essential not only for selling the products or services of the business but for obtaining financing and running daily operations. This course will provide you with the opportunity to gain confidence and improve their communication skills. Even the most skilled communicator can always learn additional techniques for success.
C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner $129 Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with the C# programming language. This course uses hands-on practice, examples and assignments to develop your knowledge of C# programming by using a state-of-the-art language to build impressive applications on your very own computer.
Human Anatomy and Physiology focuses on the structure and function of the human body. In this course, we will examine how your body is organized, its basic chemistry, the human cell, cancer, heredity, and the anatomy and physiology of your body's organ systems. We'll also explain how your organ systems work together to allow you to process sensations, think, communicate, grow, move, reproduce, and stay alive. In addition, we will discuss different diseases and disorders, recent advances in medicine, and ways to take care of your body.
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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ED2GO CLASSES Real Estate Investing
Courses for Adults $109
Instant Italian
$115
Learn to express yourself comfortably in Italian. You'll be surprised how quickly and easily you are able to learn Italian in this course, which provides knowledge of practical, everyday words and phrases you are likely to hear if you vacation in Italy.
Nutrition and Health Bundle
Discover how to make money in real estate, even if you have little to start with. This course includes specially designed worksheets and hands-on activities to take the guesswork out of your investing in the real estate market.
Beginning Conversational French
$115
Proper pronunciation is essential for excellent communication. So, whether you intend to travel abroad or simply want to learn a fun new skill, the Beginning Conversational French course will help you master the basics of French pronunciation.
$215
Nutrition has a profound impact not only on our health but also on our overall well-being. However, most people do not understand what foods they should eat, which diets are healthy for them, and where food comes from. This series is designed for healthcare workers, personal trainers, and individuals interested in a deep dive into the impacts of nutrition on our bodies. You will gain insight into how food interacts with our bodies on multiple levels—physical, mental-emotional, and spiritual—as well as the impact it has globally. You will also explore the relationship between nutrition and disease and see how making appropriate changes in one's diet can have powerful effects on health throughout life.
Stocks, Bonds, and Investing: Oh, My! $125
The first lesson introduces the basics needed for conversations and pronunciation. You will then learn conversation lessons to navigate transportation and talk to hotel and restaurant staff. From numbers to currency and communication and more, upon course completion, you will be ready to apply your new skills in the real world. The entire course includes cultural tips for traveling in France and introduces unique aspects of other French-speaking countries. The lessons also provide audio examples of pronunciation and vocabulary words that are written out phonetically.
Drawing for the Absolute Beginner
$115
Learn the basics of stocks, bonds, and investing so you can be independent and confident about your financial decisions. This class will teach you how to prepare for retirement, manage your finances, and pay for college without the need for hiring a broker or financial advisor.
Mastering Public Speaking
$129
Become an effective public speaker by discovering how to talk confidently and persuasively to both large and small groups. This course will help you equip yourself with the skills you need to communicate with ease and authority on the job or in any social setting. Gain a solid foundation in the basics of drawing to become the artist you've always wanted to be. This course will help you become familiar with paper type, drawing styles, techniques, and basic principles of perspective, layout and design.
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NEW Diversity Training for Employees and Managers $95 Gain a better understanding of what others bring to the table as you learn to respect others and collaborate in diverse environments.
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CHOICES
for Adults with Disabilites
If a staff member plans to attend a class or activity with a client, please inform the Community Education staff when registering. They will be listed as a volunteer with no charge for the class. NEW Choices Gingerbread House Class
NEW Choices Pour Painting Join Melinda and Maria as they teach a fun and unique way of creating canvas art. Each participant will make 2 canvases to bring home. No prior experience is needed, step-by-step instructions will be provided for this enjoyable evening of pour painting. CHOICES37 - Melinda Doll & Maria Dahlin Thursday, 3/7, 6-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $19
Did someone say Gingerbread Houses? Join your friends constructing a holiday favorite creation. All materials are provided, all you need to do is show up and have fun assembling your own gingerbread house.
NEW CHOICES Tasty Brunch
CHOICES12 - Marisa Bengtson-Loerzel Tuesday, 12/5, 6-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $19
NEW Choices Healthy Smoothies Looking to add vegetables to your diet? Maybe you wish to add protein or new fruits; Marisa will show you the ins and outs of smoothie making. Enjoy refreshing drinks with your friends and you socialize. CHOICES16 - Marisa Bengtson-Loerzel Tuesday, 1/9, 6-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $15
NEW Choices Holiday Gift Creation Join Marisa to create your own holiday gifts. All supplies will be provided, just show up, create some one of a kind gifts for your friends and loved ones, and have a blast meeting new people. CHOICES14 - Marisa Bengtson-Loerzel Monday, 12/11, 6-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $10
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Join Bev Grimm, Home Economist, and your friends to prepare a delicious morning brunch. Learn new menu ideas to share with friends and family. Mini waffles, fruit compote and beverages are on the menu. CHOICES10 - Bev Grimm Tuesday, 3/19, 6-7:30 PM MHS Career Academy Kitchen 206, 2800 27th Ave S $19
NEW CHOICES Vision Boards Join us for a creative evening of dreaming, goal setting, and focus. We will talk about the importance of goals and steps to achieve them. We will be making vision boards for 2024 and beyond! CHOICES70 - Marisa Bengtson-Loerzel Monday, 1/8, 6-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 203, 2777 34th St S $8
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CHOICES
for Adults with Disabilities CHOICES Canvas Paintings
CHOICES Winter Wonderland Bingo Join us for a wonderful game of bingo on a cold, snowy evening. We will have warm beverages and snacks available. CHOICES2 - Sheila Waclawik Thursday, 1/18, 6-7 PM Vista Center for Education Room 205, 2777 34th St S $9
Laura will show guests with varying abilities how to paint a beautiful piece of art on canvas with acrylic paint. Easy to follow, step-by-step instructions. All Supplies are provided. All courses will be held at Vista 203, 2777 34th St S: CHOICES 26 & 27- Laura Jean Ronngren $25 CHOICES26 (Layers of Spring) Monday, 2/5, 6-7 PM CHOICES27 (Dakota Sunset) Monday, 2/26, 6-7 PM
TEACH for Community Education Share your knowledge by teaching a class for Community Ed
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
Call 218.284.3400 for more info
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HOBBIES, HEALTH & FITNESS NEW Intro to Latin Social Dance Classes:
Courses for Youth & Family Junior Tae Kwon Do (Ages 6 and up)
Student Edition (Grades 9-12)
The Wellspring is offering a variety dance class for an afterschool enrichment opportunity to learn the steps and style nuances to Latin social dances like merengue, cumbia, bachata etc. You do not need a partner, so come to class solo or with your friends. It's a great way to de-stress after school and learn something fun. Greta has a professional background in Latin dance performance and choreography, and private and group instruction background for 15 years, and is here to share dance with the community. Materials Needed: your own water bottle and indoor shoes to wear (like gym shoes or dress/ dance shoes).
Improve focus and Self-discipline while learning a traditional martial art. A fun workout for the mind and the body.
All courses will be held at The Wellspring, 2702 12th Ave S:
All classes will be held at Marquart’s Tae Kwon Do, 2615 12th Ave S:
YE57 – Dr. Greta $99 YE57A 4 Thur, 1/4-1/25, 4-5 PM YE57B 4 Thur, 2/1-2/22, 4-5 PM
Exploring the Colors of Chemistry (Grades 5-8)
YE19 – Jaime Riepe $90 YE19A 8 Tue/Thu, 1/2-1/25, 6:30-7:30 PM YE19B 8 Tue/Thu, 2/6-2/29, 6:30-7:30 PM YE19C 8 Tue/Thu, 3/5-3/28, 6:30-7:30 PM
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 4-13) Jiu-jitsu is a martial art that focuses on grappling and ground techniques. Jiu-jitsu teaches discipline, respect, cooperation and confidence. It teaches how to deal with victories and defeats. Works to improve balance, motor control and the ability to control larger opponents. Students in jiu-jitsu learn self-defense skills in a fun and safe environment. All courses will be held at Shou Shu Self Defense, 900 1st Ave N:
Join Dr. Graeme and students from Concordia Science Academy for a 3 week colorful chemistry investigation. Each week will focus on new hands-on experiments where you and your fellow scientists conduct a scientific investigation using different real world materials.
YE96 – Alexis Potter $119 YE96A (Ages 4-7) 9 Mon, 1/22-3/25, 4:30-5:15 PM YE96B (Ages 8-13) 10 Tues, 1/23-3/26, 6:30-7:30 PM YE96C (Ages 8-13) 10 Thur, 1/18-3/28, 6:30-7:30 PM
YE50 - Concordia Science Academy 3 Thur, 2/8-2/22, 4:15-5:15 PM Horizon Middle School West Campus 1st Floor Maker Space 6A, 3601 12th Ave S $10
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Courses for Youth & Family Little Dragons (Ages 4-7)
HOBBIES, HEALTH & FITNESS NEW Treats Around the World (Grades 2-4)
Help your child develop confidence, discipline, respect and courage while learning self-defense skills and having fun. Your child will learn basic martial art skills that will help develop their motor skills while also making new friends. All courses will be held at Shou Shu Self Defense, 900 1st Ave N: YE90 – Alexis Potter $149 YE90A 9 Mon, 1/22-3/25, 5:30-6 PM YE90B 9 Wed, 1/17-3/27, 5:30-6 PM
NEW Painting Presents (Ages 8 and up)
Grab your aprons and recruit your friends for a fun, food-inspired afterschool program. Learn culinary skills, try tasty foods and make the food-body connection. Participants will be engaged in foodrelated games, activities and crafts from around the world. We will experiment with all sorts of gooey fun. Food and fun all rolled into one. Courses will be held at Moorhead Elementary Schools:
Children ages 8 and up are welcome to join Laura to paint the perfect gift to wrap under the tree. An undisclosed gift will be completed during this 2 hour course, and each child will be sent home with their wrapped creation. YE31 - Laura Jean Ronngren Sat, 12/9, 10 AM-12 PM Vista Center for Education Room 204, 2777 34th St S $25
YE12 – Mindy Grant $30 YE12A 4 Mon-Thu, 12/4-12/7, 2:45-4:15 PM Dorothy Dodds Elementary 4th Grade Maker Space, 4400 24th Ave S YE12B 4 Mon-Thu, 12/11-12/14, 2:45-4:15 PM Probstfield Center for Education Gym 86, 2410 14th St S YE12C 4 Mon-Thu, 1/29-2/1, 2:45-4:15 PM Robert Asp Elementary Media Center, 910 11th St N YE12D 4 Mon-Thu, 2/12-2/15, 2:45-4:15 PM Ellen Hopkins Elementary Media Center Maker Space, 2020 11th St S YE12E 4 Mon-Thu, 2/26-2/29, 2:45-4:15 PM S.G. Reinertsen Elementary Room 226, 1201 40th Ave S
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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HOBBIES, HEALTH & FITNESS Kung Fu Kids (Ages 8-13)
Courses for Youth & Family Zapping the ACT (Ages 13 and up)
Students will learn basic martial art skills while making new friends and having fun. By the end of the course students will have a basic understanding of what self-defense martial arts is all about. All courses will be held at Shou Shu Self Defense, 900 1st Ave N: YE91 – Alexis Potter $159 YE91A 9 Mon, 1/22-3/25, 6-7 PM YE91B 9 Wed, 1/17-3/27, 6-7 PM
Self Defense for TEENs (Ages 13-16) This course is specifically designed for teens. It will help build confidence and teach them how to stop an attack from a bully. This course is hands-on and will teach basic self-defense skills to defend against someone who is pushing, choking or trying to kidnap them. All courses will be held at Shou Shu Self Defense, 900 1st Ave N: YE92 – Alexis Potter $109 YE92A 9 Mon, 1/22-3/25, 6:30-7:30 PM YE92B 9 Wed, 1/17-3/27, 6:30-7:30 PM
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Doorway to College can help reduce your student’s anxiety about preparing for college entrance exams with our patented ZAPS® Focused ACT Test Prep workshop. Our workshops are unlike others because we focus on the best test-taking strategies and secrets to select correct answers and tame test anxiety. Our test specialists know the ins and outs of the ACT, the kinds of challenges you'll face when taking them, and how to make the most of the time you have. Best of all, we get results. Students who take our workshop achieve an average score increase of 2-4 points after just 5 hours of class. YE54 - Sam Gire 2 Wed/Thu, 1/24-1/25, 5:30-8 PM MHS Study Hall, 2300 4th Ave S $99
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Courses for Youth & Family
CLASSROOM DRIVERS EDUCATION
Classroom Driver Education Moorhead Area Public Schools’ Driver Education classroom program is open to high school students age 15 or older living in the Moorhead School District. Register through the Community Education office, 2777 34th St. S., 218-284-3400. Information sheets and registration forms also can be picked up at the Moorhead High activities office. Financial aid is not available through the district. This 30-hour class prepares students for their instructional permit. Steps for people under 18 years of age to get a Minnesota driver's license:
3. Take and pass the state permit test. Students registering for the permit test must provide: one primary ID, one secondary ID and the blue card. Primary ID options: state issued ID, current passport or state certified birth certificate. Secondary ID options: Social Security card, student ID with picture and ID number, or certified school transcript. Upon passing the permit test, making payment, and parent/guardian signature, students receive their permit.
1. Complete mandatory 30 hours of scheduled classroom instruction. Students cannot be absent or tardy when attending this course. A 90-minute parent component will be scheduled for this class in compliance with Minnesota law. If the parent class is taken then the practice driving hours are reduced from 50 hours to 40.
5. Complete the six-month practice period. Minnesota law now requires drivers to have a permit for six months before taking the road test. Every driver under the age of 18 who completes behind-the-wheel instruction and is testing for a provisional driver’s license must submit a driving log.
2. Register for behind-the-wheel training, with a private vendor and receive the blue card. The blue card is issued by the vendor providing the behindthe-wheel instruction and is required to take the state permit test.
4. Complete behind-the-wheel training. Students must have a permit before they can start behindthe-wheel instruction.
6. Pass road test. To take the road test, students must be 16 years old and have had their permit for six months. Drive on provisional license until qualifications for full license are met.
You must complete all 30 hours of scheduled class to be able to get your permit. If the 30 hours are not completed you will have to register and pay full price for the class again. No absences or tardies allowed. Please note location at registration. Students must attend all 30 hours in person. DCL35 – Troy Olson MHS Career Academy Room 411, 2800 27th Ave S $105 DCL35A 10 Mon-Fri, 12/4-12/15, 4-7 PM DCL35B 10 Mon-Fri, 3/18-4/2, 4-7 PM
DCL22 - Let's Get Rolling 10 Mon/Wed-Fri, 1/8-1/29, 4-7 PM MHS Media Center, 2300 4th Ave S $105
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Moorhead Community Education is always looking to add new classes and instructors. If you have an idea, scan the QR code and fill out the suggestion form. *Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM AARP SMART Driver 8-Hour First Time Course Driving has changed since you first got your license, and taking the SMART driver course could save you money. The SMART driver course is presented by AARP Driver Safety to seniors to assist them to stay safe drivers, taking into account all the changes that occur as they age. Upon completion of the course, participants will be issued certificates of completion to take to their insurance agents as proof of attending the course. The AARP SMART Driver Course is recognized by Minnesota Driver & Vehicle Services as an approved accident prevention course for drivers 50 years of age and older. Insured drivers 50 years of age or older may be eligible for an appropriate reduction in automobile insurance premium charges valid for three years after completing this course. Please check with your insurance company or agent for any additional requirements for eligibility. Minnesota requires first-time course takers take the full eight-hour course. Payment is required at the time of registration. If you are an
AARP member, you will need your membership number to register. AE08 - Beverly Henning Tues & Thu, 4/9-4/11, 12:30-4:30 PM Vista Room 120, 2777 34th St S $30 ($25 Reduced Fee for AARP Members) ($5 United Health Care Supplement Members)
AARP SMART Driver 4-hour Refresher Course Driving has changed since you first got your license, and taking the SMART drivers course could save you money. The SMART driver course is presented by AARP Driver Safety to seniors to assist them to stay safe drivers, taking into account all the changes that occur as they age. Upon completion of the course, participants will be issued certificates of completion to take to their insurance agents as proof of attending the course. The AARP SMART Driver Course is recognized by Minnesota Driver & Vehicle Services as an approved accident prevention course for drivers 50 years of age and older. Insured drivers 50 years of age or older may be eligible for an appropriate reduction in automobile insurance premium charges valid for three years after completing this course. Please check with your insurance company or agent for any additional requirements for eligibility. Payment is required at the time of
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registration. If you are an AARP member, you will need your membership number to register. All courses will be held at Vista 120, 2777 34th St S: AE20 – Beverly Henning $30 ($25 Reduced Fee for AARP Members) ($5 United Health Care Supplement Members) AE20A Tuesday, 1/9, 12:30-4:30 PM AE20B Tuesday, 3/12, 12:30-4:30 PM AE20C Tuesday, 4/16, 12:30-4:30 PM
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EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION What is Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)? It's a program for families with young children ages birth to kindergarten entry, offered by the Moorhead Area Public School District. ECFE offers a wide variety of classes and services to families. The current offerings are listed here. Put on your play clothes, call your friends and sign up now to begin building skills and making memories.
Look on the following pages for: Winter Session Separating Classes................ 36 Non-Separating Classes...... 37 Register Early
Class Fees
Small class sizes ensure personal attention, however Early Childhood Family Education classes fill quickly. Register early to secure your spot.
Tuition rates are indicated with each class description and are payable upon registration. All families are welcome. Moorhead School District residents receive a reduced fee, which you will find in parentheses, behind the fee in each class description. Fee is per family except where noted.
Location Classes are held at Vista Center for Education, 2777 34th St. S., Moorhead.
Staff All ECFE instructors are licensed teachers. They each hold a minimum of a baccalaureate degree with specialized training in child and family development.
Registration
Scholarships for Moorhead Area Public School District Residents If your budget is too tight to allow for an ECFE class, call us at 218-284-3400 for sliding fee or scholarship information.
Weather-Related Cancellations
ECFE classes fill quickly. Register by mail, phone (218-284-3400) or online isd152.org/ CE. Cancellation of a class could occur if the number of participants required to hold the class do not register.
Check online at moorheadschools.org or listen to the radio or TV to receive the latest update on any storm-related cancellations or late-starting time for classes.
Age Requirements
Cancellation Policy
Child must be required age for classes by the first day of the class. State funding requires that only children ages birth through kindergarten entry may participate in our ECFE programs, unless otherwise indicated.
Unless otherwise specified, if you have to cancel, we can give you a full refund only if you notify the Community Education Office at least 48 hours prior to the first class meeting. Refunds after a class has begun will be given only in extreme circumstances. In the unlikely event your class is canceled, we will give a full refund.
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION
Winter Session Parent-Child -- Separating Classes Class Structure: Parents and children spend the first hour together working on activities the teacher and room provides. Then we transition into circle time, which may consist of music, finger plays, movement activities, books, flannel board stories, puppets and other child-centered activities. The second hour parents discuss topics of interest with each other and a licensed parent educator. Children enjoy play time, remaining with a licensed early childhood educator. You know your child best. If your child is not ready to separate, you can stay with your child the entire class.
WINTER FAMILY CONNECTIONS (birth to kindergarten entry)
MONDAY CLASSES
WEDNESDAY CLASSES CONT.
EPC121A - Nancy Fix-Shelton & Vanessa Warling 8 Mondays, 1/8-3/11, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 104, $96 ($80)*
EPC121K - Nancy Fix-Shelton & Dani Wright 9 Wednesdays, 1/10-3/6, 10:30 am- 12:15 pm Vista Room 104, $108 ($90)*
*No class 1/15 & 2/19
EPC121B - Nancy Fix-Shelton & Vanessa Warling 8 Mondays, 1/8-3/11,10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 104, $96 ($80)*
THURSDAY CLASSES
TUESDAY CLASSES
EPC121L - Shanna Fischer & Dani Wright 9 Thursdays, 1/11-3/7, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $108 ($90)*
EPC121C - Nancy Fix-Shelton & Vanessa Warling 10 Tuesdays,1/9-3/12, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 104, $120 ($100)*
EPC121M - Nancy Fix-Shelton & Jen Krause 9 Thursdays, 1/11-3/7, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 104, $108 ($90)*
EPC121D - Shanna Fischer & Jen Krause 10 Tuesdays, 1/9-3/12,8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $120 ($100)*
EPC121N - Rotating ECFE Teachers 9 Thursdays, 1/11-3/7, 6-7:30 pm Vista Room 102, $108 ($90)*
EPC121E - Shanna Fischer & Jen Krause 10 Tuesdays, 1/9-3/12,10:30-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $120 ($100)* EPC121F- Nancy Fix-Shelton & Vanessa Warling 10 Tuesdays, 1/9-3/12, 10:30-12:15 pm Vista Room 104, $120 ($100)*
FRIDAY CLASSES EPC121Q - Shanna Fischer & Jen Krause 9 Fridays, 1/12-3/8, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $108 ($90)*
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
EPC121R - Nancy Fix-Shelton & Jen Krause 9 Fridays, 1/12-3/8, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 104, $108 ($90)*
EPC121G - Shanna Fischer & Jen Krause 9 Wednesdays, 1/10-3/6, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $108 ($90)*
EPC121S - Shanna Fischer & Jen Krause 9 Fridays, 1/12-3/8, 10:30-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $108 ($90)*
EPC121H - Nancy Fix-Shelton & Dani Wright 9 Wednesdays, 1/10-3/6, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 104, $108 ($90)*
EPC121T - Nancy Fix-Shelton & Jen Krause 9 Fridays, 1/12-3/8, 10:30-12:15pm Vista Room 104, $108 ($90)*
EPC121J - Shanna Fischer & Jen Krause 9 Wednesdays, 1/10-3/6, 10:30 am- 12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $108 ($90)*
YEAR LONG CLASSES
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EPC118F - MAPS Employee Family Connections 21 Thursdays, 12/7-5/24, 4-5:30pm Vista Room 102, $84 Winter Session only
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EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION Toddler Time
Join our class to have fun with other toddlers exploring and learning while connecting with other parents experiencing the toddler stage along with you! You know your child best. For separating classes, if your child is not ready to separate, you are welcome to stay with your child the entire class time. EPC71A - Shanna Fischer & Dani Wright 8 Mondays, 1/8-3/11, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $96 ($80)* EPC71B - Shanna Fischer & Dani Wright 8 Mondays, 1/8-3/11, 10:15-11:45 am Vista Room 102, $96 ($80)* *No class 1/15 & 2/19
Parent-Child -- Non-Separating Classes These classes are designed to help parents and children get familiar with our building and our teachers without leaving each other's side. It also enables families to spend more time together in play activities. Parent's who work away from home love this option. You will have the opportunity to learn finger plays and songs, create art and activities and anything else our creative teachers plan for you.
Adventures in Nature
Baby Beginnings
Little ones will have the comfort of exploring and playing in a new environment. Caregivers have an opportunity to relax and connect with other adults that are experiencing the same stages and growth in their little ones. EPC176A - Shanna Fischer & Dani Wright 8 Mondays, 1/8-3/11 , 12 -1 pm Vista Room 102, $72 ($64)* *No class 1/15 & 2/19
Homeschool Connections A little dirt never hurt! Come and join us in our outdoor classroom as we explore the great outdoors! This class is weather permitting and you always have the option to stay in the gym if you choose. EPC157A - Rachel Stalberger & Jen Krause 9 Wednesdays, 1/10-3/6, 10:15 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 105, $126 ($108)*
Sensory Xplosion
Do your kids love to get messy and explore hands on but doing it at home overwhelms you? If so come and join us as we get down and dirty with sensory play!
This class is for families with children birth through age 8, who are home schooling their child or children. Join us for a class that will provide you and your child opportunities to play and explore. There will be activities for your child to explore and a time for you to connect with other parents who are home schooling their children. EPC185A Nancy Fix-Shelton, Shanna Fischer & Dani Wright 10 Tuesdays, 1/9-3/12, 12:45-2:45 pm Vista Room 104, $140 ($120)*
EPC185A Rachel Stalberger & Dani Wright 9 Thursdays, 1/11-3/7, 12:15-2:15 pm Vista Room 105, $126 ($108)* *Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION SATURDAY CLASS FAMILY FUN Saturday classes are a g reat way to check out an ECFE class while having fun with your little ones! Join Teacher Katy for fun activities while exploring our environment. Each Saturday class is a separate registration and will have a different theme. Register early to ensure a spot for you and your little one!
FUN WITH SNOWMEN
FUN ON THE FARM
EPC193A - Katy Peltier 1/13, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)* EPC193B - Katy Peltier 1/13, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
FUN WITH PETS
EPC196A - Katy Peltier 3/9, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)* EPC196B - Katy Peltier 3/9, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
FUN AT THE ZOO EPC194A - Katy Peltier 1/27, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
EPC197A - Katy Peltier 3/23, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
EPC194B - Katy Peltier 1/27, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
EPC197B - Katy Peltier 3/23, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
FUN WITH SWEET TREATS ART
FUN WITH BIRDS
EPC195A - Katy Peltier 2/24, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
EPC198A - Katy Peltier 4/6, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
EPC195B - Katy Peltier 2/24, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
EPC198B - Katy Peltier 4/6, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
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EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION FUN WITH DINOSAURS
FUN WITH CAMPING EPC200A - Katy Peltier 5/4, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)* EPC200B - Katy Peltier 5/4, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
FUN WITH PLANTING
EPC199A - Katy Peltier 4/13 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)* EPC199B - Katy Peltier 4/13, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
EPC201A - Katy Peltier 5/11, 8:30-10:15 am Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)* EPC201B - Katy Peltier 5/11, 10:30 am-12:15 pm Vista Room 102, $24 ($19)*
*Reduced fee for Moorhead Area Public School District residents
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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION Classes are offered in-person, synchronously on Google Meet, accessing multiple distance learning homework platforms, or a mix of any of these options. Contact the office for the current schedule. Adult Diploma
Computer Skills*
Competency-based diploma option to earn a high school diploma from the Minnesota Department of Education. Open to ages 19 and over.
Classroom instruction and independent study of the Northstar Digital Literacy Skills modules. *this is a secondary goal for enrolled students
GED Preparation
Soft Skills
Classes for individuals seeking a General Education Development (GED) diploma studying the 4 subjects: language arts, social studies, science, and math.
Academic Career Employability Skills including: effective communication, navigating systems and developing a future pathway.
Online Specialty Courses
GED Testing Students enrolled with Moorhead Adult Education are eligible to take their Official GED exams at the certified Pearson VUE testing center located at Vista Center for Education. Call 218-284-3460 for the test schedule. Minnesota residents may qualify to take the first test in each area at no cost.
English for Healthcare, English for CDL, English for Driving, Math for the Trades, ServSafe certification, TEAS test prep and more!
ESL English language classes to improve reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
Basic Skills
Citizenship Preparation
Individualized independent study support in the core academic subject areas.
Support to prepare students for the Citizenship interview to become a U.S. citizen.
Eligibility:
Individuals age 17 and over who are not enrolled in another K-12 program.
Location:
Vista Center for Education 2777 34th St. S., Moorhead
Other consortium locations:
Hawley, Barnesville, Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, and Wheaton
Enrollment:
www.isd152.org/abe or 218-284-3450
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EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION REGISTRATION INFORMATION Questions?
Call 218-284-3400 during office hours, 8 am - 4 pm or email, communityeducation@ moorheadschools.org.
Register Early
Register early so you won't be disappointed. Often classes reach the maximum enrollment quickly. Also, classes depend on minimum enrollments. Don't take a chance your class may be full or canceled.
Are You In?
Class confirmations and reminders are sent to those who have provided email addresses. If your class is canceled, we will contact you. If you haven't heard from us, simply show up for your class and enjoy.
Inclement Weather
If Moorhead schools are canceled, Community Education classes are canceled as well. Check the district's website at moorheadschools. org for announcements or listen to one of the major local TV or radio stations.
If for any reason, your class does not meet your expectations, we will credit or refund your class fee. We offer this guarantee because we believe our classes will meet or exceed your expectations. It is our goal to develop lasting relationships built on quality programs and excellent service.
Reasonable Accomodation
Community Education welcomes participants of all abilities. Reasonable accommodations (i.e. elevator access, large-print visuals, etc.) are available. Please contact us at least two weeks prior to the activity start date to request an accommodation.
Cancellation Policy
Some Community Education classes are taught by independent business professionals and are intended to provide information. We do not endorse any opinions, products or suggestions expressed in these classes.
Unless otherwise specified, if you must cancel, we can give a full refund only if you notify the Community Education Offce at least 48 hours prior to the first class meeting. Refunds after a class as begun will be given only in extreme circumstances and will be subject to a $5 processing fee. In the unlikely event your class is canceled, we will give a full refund.
Policy of Nondiscrimination
Scholarship Information
Instructors
Moorhead Area Public Schools is hereby advising students, parents, employees and the general public that all employment, vocational and regular education opportunities will be offered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status or veteran status. The district also certifies that the Human Resources Office shall ensure that efforts are continually made to provide a drugfree environment. Employees and students will receive education and assistance as needed, and may be suspended, expelled or discharged for violations regarding drug use or policy violations. Contact the Title IX Officer at 218-284-3350 with Title IX and Section 504 compliance questions or concerns.
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A limited number of scholarships are available to school district residents demonstrating extreme financial need. These scholarships may include Community Education classes and activities. They do not apply to Driver Education, AARP Smart Driver or Certificate courses. Application forms are available at the Community Education Office or by calling 218-284-3400.
High School Students
High school students are welcome to register for classes that don't have an age limit. All other students are welcome to attend classes that include their age in the description (usually found in youth and family section).
Acceptable Behavior
Unsafe behavior will result in immediate dismissal from the class.
Moorhead Community Education • 218-284-3400 • isd152.org/CE
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Easy Ways To Register
Go to isd152.org/CE to pick a class or classes, enter your personal data, hit submit and register online with your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express card.
Phone
Phone in your registration using Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express. Have credit card number and expiration date ready when you call.
Call 218-284-3400 to register
Send registration form and payment to: Moorhead Community Education 2777 34th St. S. Moorhead, MN 56560 Allow three days for mail delivery. Classes may fill before payment is received. Payment is required to secure registration in class.
In Person
Bring registration form and payment to: Moorhead Community Education 2777 34th St. S. Moorhead, Minn.
TENNESSEN WARNING Minn.Stat.13.04, Subd. 2
The information requested in this catalog is for registration purposes. Its intended use is to assist the instructor in knowing who is in his or her class in case of cancellation. You are not legally obligated to supply the data. However, failure to do so could result in this office’s inability to contact you in the case of a course cancellation. Persons authorized to access information include only Community Education staff and course instructor.
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