Special Interest

NEW Acing College Application Essays: Advice for Every Family from a Communications Expert

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 HOT Bicycle Repair and Rebuilding

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)

Visit our website to learn more! Click “register” to view all classes and read full class descriptions. Defensive Driving 55+ (8 hour)

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

The Heartsaver CPR AED course trains participants to give CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC). The AHA Heartsaver CPR AED Course is designed for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card in CPR and AED use to meet job, regulatory, or other requirements. Registration includes a certification card and CPR/First

Aid Manual. (Hanna Cora Olstad) Thursday, September 29 5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Education Service Center $55 Wednesday, December 14 5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Education Service Center $55

How to Become an Elementary Literacy Volunteer

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity and enjoy working with children? Join us to learn about the Wayzata Public Schools’ Elementary Literacy Volunteer program and if it is a good fit for you. Literacy volunteers read one-on-one with students for 30 minutes once a week, November through May during the school day. By attending this informational presentation you are not committing to volunteer.

(Julie Menk)

Monday, September 12 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School FREE

Tuesday, September 20 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. Online FREE HOT Laundry Camp with Patric Richardson

Have fun learning with Patric Richardson, laundry guru from Mona Williams! He has had national TV appearances with the Nightly News and “Inside Edition.” There have been articles about him in the Wall Street Journal, Star Tribune, a local spot on Kare 11, and more. Most recently, Patric has become a national sensation in his own TV series on Discovery+, The Laundry Guy. You’ll be shocked at what you will learn about laundry in one evening. Patric will reveal his secrets in stages and then give out tips of the trade. Sort, wash and care for your clothes with confidence. Wash the unwashable and care for textiles and clothes at home plus more and all the while having fun. You will never look at laundry the same again!

(Patric Richardson)

Tuesday, September 13 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata High School $29 Wednesday, November 16 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Wayzata High School $29 NEW Telling Your Story: Getting Started on Your Memoir

In this 5-session class, students will learn the fundamentals of how to begin a memoir. The class will include an examination of good memoir writing, brainstorming to prompt and increase memory flow, exercises to produce writing on a series of topics, and the creation of an outline for each student’s

memoir. (Jessica Redmond) Wednesdays, September 14–October 12 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $150 (5 classes)

The Power of Vision: 3 Keys to Mastering Your Results

Reflect on how you’re currently doing in key areas of your life (your career, health and wellbeing, relationships, time and money freedom). Are you longing for something more in one or more areas of your life? If so, this workshop is for you!

(Mallika Gurramkonda)

Thursday, October 6 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Wayzata Central Middle School $29

AGES 16+ (may sign up with registered adult)

Course Name Start Date Location

Are You Ready to Create Your Health Care Directive? October 12 Ridgedale YMCA Times Cost Sessions

1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. $25 1

Beginning Mah Jongg October 7 Wayzata Early Learning School 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. $75 4 Beginning Mah Jongg October 7 Wayzata Early Learning School 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $75 4 Community Solar - Save Money While Supporting Clean Energy October 5 Online 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. $15 1 Conversation Matters: Preparing for a Good End of Life September 23 Wayzata Early Learning School 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. $25 1 Defensive Driving for 55+ Refresher (4 hour) October 21 Wayzata High School 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $30 1 Defensive Driving for 55+ Refresher (4 hour) December 6 Online 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $30 1 Defensive Driving for 55+ Refresher (4 hour) December 8 Wayzata High School 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $30 1 Effective Use of Family Search (familysearch.org) November 3 Online 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $25 1 Helping Your Young Child with Anxiety September 26 Wayzata Central Middle School 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. $19 1 I'm Related to Whom? — Getting Started in the World of Genealogy November 1 Online 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $25 1 Instant Guitar for Busy People October 11 Online 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. $59 1 Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People October 10 Online 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $59 1 Key Aspects for Parenting Children and Teens with ADHD/ Executive Function Challenges October 4 Wayzata Central Middle School 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. $39 1 Mapping and Genealogy November 7 Online 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $25 1 Mike Lynch's Minnesota StarWatch Party! September 29 Sandburg Middle School 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. $19 1 Parenting Through Separation or Divorce September 14 Online 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. $119 4 Photo Organization — Print and Digital October 11 Wayzata Central Middle School 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $29 1 Staying Connected October 5 YMCA Ridgedale 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. $25 1