Computers

Scrabble Tile Block Craft

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)*

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)*

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:

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

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

NEW Computer Help for the Almost Absolute Beginner

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

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

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.

AE36 - Mike Wilson

Wed, 1/31, 5-6 PM Virtual $20

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

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:

AE67 – Drew Balstad

$44 ($40)*

AE67A (Kitchen 206)

Tues, 12/5, 6-8 PM

AE67B (Kitchen 204)

Tues, 2/6, 6-8 PM

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)*

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)*

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)

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)*

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.

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!

AE3 - Tess Georgakopoulos

Sat, 4/20, 4-6:30 PM

Virtual $39 ($35)*

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

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

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)*

NEW Norwegian Baking: Lefse

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.

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

Ojibwe Wild Rice Hotdish

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.

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.

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)*

Spring Cookie Decorating Class

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)*

Courses for Adults COOKING

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)*

Sweethearts’ Delights: Elegant Éclairs & Paczki (Polish Doughnuts)

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.

AE216 - Tess Georgakopoulos

Sat, 2/3, 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)*

Air Fryer Hype: Copycat KFC & Recipe Ideas for All Ages

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.

AE4 - Tess Georgakopoulos

Saturday, 1/20, 4-6 PM

Virtual $39 ($35)*

Courses for Adults CERTIFICATIONS

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

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

Certificate in Business Writing

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.

LERN23 - LERN Instructors

2/5-3/25

Online

$395

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

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

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

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

Courses for Adults CERTIFICATIONS

Social Media for Business 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.

LERN18 - LERN Instructors

2/5-4/22

Online $495

Courses for Adults

Be a Better Writer: 10 Easy Tips to Improve Your Writing Now

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.

AE100 - LeeAnne Krusemark

Fri, 3/8, 4-6 PM

Virtual $39 ($35)*

Statistics for Decision Making Certificate

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.

LERN20 - LERN Instructors

2/5-4/22

Online $495

General Interest

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)*

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)*

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)*

Beginners Guide to Getting Published

Prerequisite: Explore 50 Different Self Publishing Options

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

&

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)*

Make Money Pet Sitting

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.

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)*

Retirement by Design

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

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

How to Start Any Home Based Business

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.

Wed, 3/6, 6-8 PM

Virtual $39 ($35)*

Save Money with Extreme Couponing

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.

Fri, 3/1, 5-6 PM

Virtual $39 ($35)*

Courses for Adults WELNESS, FITNESS & RECREATION

NEW Guided Practice: Grounding, Clearing & Meditation

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)*

NEW Intro to Latin Social Dances

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

NEW Somatics I – The Cat Stretch

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.

AE10 - Karla Hensrud-Wagner & Lori Hill

4 Fri, 3/8-3/29, 10:30-11:30 AM

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).

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

Family Wellness Center Group Fitness Room 1, 2960 Seter Pkwy, Fargo

$69

NEW Introduction to Yoga for Bone Health

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)*

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:

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

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:

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

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

Prenatal Yoga

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

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:

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

NEW Learn the Art of Crappie Fishing on the Ice

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.

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)

Intro to Martial Arts for Adults (Ages 18 & up)

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.

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)