ADULTS
SPECIAL INTEREST Acing College Application Essays: Advice for Every Family from a Communications Expert NEW
The essays your student will need to write in the college application process are their BEST way to stand out from the crowd in a highly competitive environment. But, the subjective nature of essay writing causes stress for parents and students alike. In this session, communications expert Stef Tschida, leader of MN College Essay Coach and Tschida Communications, will share her proprietary method for tackling college essays based on the same communications approaches used by celebrities and corporate executives to tell their story and get their messages across. (Stef Tschida)
Tuesdays, September 13 & September 20 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata High School Pay what you can, per household: $0-$35 (2 classes)
Be SMART: A Timely Conversation about Kids and Firearm Safety
This BeSMART public service program presents well researched data on how we can work together to lessen firearm incidents involving children. Resources for talking to kids about guns, arranging safe play dates, preventing teen suicide and reducing school shootings are made available after the slide presentation. (Cheryl Lewis) Thursday, October 27 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Online FREE
Defensive Driving 55+ (8 hour)
Bicycle Repair and Rebuilding HOT
Learn all aspects of repairing and rebuilding bikes including gears, brakes, wheel truing and re-greasing at this hands-on class. Basic physics will be explained in the demonstration, including simple machines, gears, levers, and mechanical advantage. Bring your own bike to work on during class or practice on the instructor’s bikes. The instructor will provide all tools and cleaning materials. Some spare parts will be available for student use and class handouts will be provided. (John Dempsey) Monday-Thursday, October 24– October 27 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $79 (4 classes)
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This is the first time class for 10% discount on insurance. Save money on your car insurance premiums and become a better driver! Minnesota law requires insurance companies to offer you a 10% reduction for three years if you complete this National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving course. The course is two sessions of classroom instruction — no driving or test is required. (Minnesota Safety Council)
Wednesday & Thursday, September 14–September 15 5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Online $30 (2 classes) Tuesdays, November 15– November 22 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Online $30 (2 classes)
Fearless Aging
You may not have a choice about aging but you do have a choice about how you approach growing older. What better way than fearlessly? Fearless aging is the power to positively impact your future. Discover what you can expect and lifestyle choices that will help you make the most of what you’ve got as you age. (Mary O’Brien)
Wednesday, September 28 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. YMCA Ridgedale $25
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