Big Lake Schools Community Education

“The Root Beer Lady” Written and Performed by Kim Schultz, Directed by Laurie Flanigan Hegge. It is the story of the indomitable Dorothy Molter, the last legal non-indigenous resident of the Boundary Waters, presented by playwright and performer Kim Schultz. Her solo performance reflects on the beauty and hardships of Molter’s solitary yet satisfying life and pushes back against the premise that her time in the North Woods made her the “Loneliest Woman in America,” as the Saturday Evening Post claimed in 1952. Funny. Smart. Passionate. Dorothy Molter’s story will delight all, young and old. DEADLINE: Monday Dec. 23, 2024, No refunds after the deadline. THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2025 | $115.00 PER PERSON 8:15 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. No., Monticello. Load in parking lot. 8:30 a.m. St Michael Elementary - 101 Central Ave W, St Michael 55376 - Pick up in the parking lot on the front of the building. 9:30 a.m. Arrive at Minnesota History Theater in downtown St. Paul. Theater staff will escort group into their theater seats. 10:00 a.m. Performance: "The Root Beer Lady" 12:20 p.m. Estimated conclusion of the show. Take a few minutes to use the washroom and reboard the motor coach. 12:40 p.m. Leave the History Theater. 1:00 p.m. Arrive at Kéy’s Café for lunch (included). Menu: Luncheon Portion Turkey Dinner, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Stuffing, Vegetable, Cranberries, Bread, Butter, Beverage, and Small Dessert. 2:30 p.m. Leave Key’s Cafe. 3:30 p.m. Estimated return time to St. Michael. 3:45 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello.

NEW! You will arrive at Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post for a tour. Weaving the art & culture of the Ojibwe Explore the story of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe through museum exhibits, objects, demonstrations, and tours, and shop for locally made Native American arts and crafts in the restored 1930s trading post. A staff person will introduce the Four Seasons, then visit the Main Exhibit and the Trading Point at your own pace. Deadline MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2024 - no refunds after deadline. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2024 | $105.00 PER PERSON 9:15 a.m. St Michael Elementary - 101 Central Ave W, St Michael 55376 - Pick up in the parking lot on the front of the building. 9:30 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. No., Monticello. Load in parking lot. 11:00 a.m. Arrive at Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post for a tour. Main Exhibit and the Trading Point at your own pace. 12:30 p.m. - Leave the museum for the 1991 Kitchen located across the highway at the Grand Casino at Mille Lacs. Named after the year the casino was founded, 1991 Kitchen offers down-to-earth service, thoughtfully made menu, and a warm atmosphere. Menu: Choose at sign up: 1. CASHEW CHICKEN Our classic, featuring tender chicken, celery, carrots, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, and water chestnuts with our Cantonese sauce and roasted cashews, served with jasmine rice and Beverage. 2. SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS Italian meatballs, rich garlic tomato sauce, and spaghetti noodles topped with shredded Parmesan cheese. Served with a garlic breadstick and Beverage. 2:15 p.m. After lunch spend time at Grand Casino at Mille Lacs. 4:30 p.m. Leave Grand Casino. 6:00 p.m. Estimated return time to St. Michael. 6:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello.

“RING OF KERRY” SHELDON THEATRE, RED WING, MN | SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 2025 $120.00 PER PERSON “Ring of Kerry” All five of its engaging musicians sing and play several instruments. With sounds that range from the thunder of the Irish bodhran drum to the sparkle of the hammered dulcimer; from the lilt and rhythm of fiddle and guitar to the haunting wails of flutes and penny whistles, the band has developed a blend that is animated, ruggedly beautiful and fun. These musicians get close to their audience, joking, ribbing and laughing along but are respectful and friendly. Audiences always react with great enthusiasm! The members of the group have a wide breadth of performance experience. They are sometimes a raucous pub band enticing their crowd to sing along, stomp their feet and slosh a frothy beer while at other times they serenade the audience beautifully. 10:45 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. No., Monticello. Load in parking lot. 11:00 a.m. St Michael Elementary - 101 Central Ave W, St Michael 55376 - Pick up in the parking lot In the front of the building 12:45 p.m. Arrive at the St. James Hotel in Red Wing. 1:00 p.m. Luncheon Service. Menu: Swedish Meatballs - Pork and Beef Meatballs, Buttermilk-dill Gravy, Yukon Gold Mashed potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Butter, self serve Station of Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Hot Tea, Water. 2:15 p.m. Leave the St. James Hotel. 2:30 p.m. Arrive at the Sheldon Theatre, founded in 1904. This “glittering jewel box,” as it was called after its 1986 refurbishing, was the first city-owned theater in America. Today, the Sheldon offers year-round events ranging from theatre, music, dance, films, comedy, lectures and more. 3:00 p.m. Matinee Performance 4:30 p.m. Estimated conclusion of the show. 4:45 p.m. Estimated departure time from Red Wing. 6:30 p.m. Estimated return time to St. Michael. 6:45 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello. Registration Deadline: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2024, No refunds will be issued after the deadline.

Canva is the perfect digital tool for beginners and novices! Open up a world of possibilities by learning how to use the easiest design website available all for free. In this class you will learn how to create designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. From online documents, business cards, email signatures and more, you'll leave this class with a practical guide to use Canva with confidence!

Step by step instruction to some of the BEST country music! you'll definitely get those steps in and have so much fun while doing it!

When your child has a Smartphone there are key things you should know in order to keep them safe and secure. In this class you'll understand recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, parental apps for your child's Smartphone, and more! You will leave this class with a confident plan to simplify the technology so that you can your child can use the phone safely without worry.

Are you interested in cloth diapering your child but don't know where to start? Have you been cloth diapering for awhile and want to share your knowledge with others? This class is for you! In this class we will: See, feel, and discuss the multiple types of cloth diapers Compare different brands and diaper materials Get information on wash routines and troubleshoot problems that can arise with cleaning cloth diapers Share tips and tricks we have learned through trial and error. Cloth diapering families, disposable diapering families, and those that do a mix of both are all welcome to attend the class. All Are Welcome!

Are you nervous to begin filming and posting your own social media content? Do you have a business, product or service, but panic at the thought of putting yourself on social media? Well in this beginner class, you'll learn helpful tips and strategies to create social media content with ease. You'll never have to worry about freezing up in front of a camera, all thanks to the helpful skills you'll be taking with you once your class is complete. We'll walk you through a step-by-step process so that you can get started today! Student Benefits: Students will leave the class with confidence on how to effectively create social media content for their specific audience, tips for filming a video and more! They will understand key terms, and leave with action items to create successful social media posts without panicking.

Have you been thinking that now might be the time to downsize but aren't sure where to start, how to do it, or what your options are? A smaller home can mean less maintenance, less hassle, and more freedom - all great reasons to downsize. But getting there can seem overwhelming. Discuss housing options, reducing personal items, decreasing collections, and find the best option for you. Leave with a collection of resources and innovative ideas for your future. Receive a no cost home evaluation for those who want to know the value of their home and receive a free publication of "How to Downsize by Josh Mandel". This is a Pay What You Can class.

Do you live in Sherburne County and have an interest in learning more about Child Foster Parenting? We would love to have you join our information meeting where we will present information on the licensing process, helpful information and be able to answer questions you may have. We will also have a currently licensed and experience Child Foster Provider at the meeting to be able to provide direct information about what it entails to be a Child Foster Parent. Class location: Sherburne County Government Center, Maple Room 13880 Business Center Drive, Elk River

Get ready for the holidays! This class offers fun and instruction to make 6-8 personalized ornaments that you make out of fused glass! Enjoy the fun atmosphere and come away with some treasures!

NEW! Create a one-of-a-kind wall vase to hold a special flower or stem. Using Kiln fiber blanket we will enhance your class by creating a glass channel that becomes a vase once fired. No experience necessary.

Expand your skills with Google Sheets and use this training for a lifetime! Whether it's for work or for play, this class will teach you comprehensive skills which will turn you from a Sheets novice to a Sheets expert. You will learn to enter, organize, refine, analyze, and visualize your data using Google Sheets!

What can you do on Instagram that can result in huge growth for your customer base and sales? We've got the answers you need in this fun beginner level class to grow your business with Instagram. You'll learn the key steps needed in order to improve your company bottom line and also gain more followers. Plus, you'll learn to make your content irresistible and have fun in the process!

Are you a renter looking to purchase your first home? Do you own your home, but need a refresher on the home buying process? How to Over-Come a Low-Inventory market? All property types and buyers welcomed. Whether it is your first home, dream home or investment property, the home buying process can be intimidating in today's market. This class walks through the ever-changing real estate market and will empower you to make educated decisions when purchasing. We will walk through the myths of the real estate market today and help you create a plan based on your goals, limitations, timeline, and market specific to where you want to buy. Learn how to personalize the home buying plan that fits you best. Learn how to navigate the home buying process step-by-step, including information about government grants, first time buyer programs, how to avoid lemons, and maximizing your money to get the best deal possible. Learn how to navigate the home buying process with a free step-by-step publication of "Home Buying 101 by Josh Mandel" by attending this class. This is a Pay What You Can class.

Stay up to date by expanding your technology knowledge and learn what you need to know about the mobile payment service called Venmo. Learn how to pay friends, businesses or receive money without using cash or checks. You'll leave this class with a confident understanding of how to set up Venmo safely, fees to avoid, and real world scenarios you or your family and friends may use with this mobile payment option.

Do you hate to drive in bad weather or when it's dark outside? Expand your transportation options and independence through the ride sharing service, Uber. In this class, you will learn the basics and gain the knowledge on how to use Uber. Learn to use Uber at major airports so that you can travel with confidence and without having to ask a friend for a ride, as well as other appointments and errands. Open up your travel options with this fun and engaging class!

Discuss lifestyle options for next chapter living. Should I stay and age in place - make home modifications to reduce safety risk or should I go. Moving into a new home that may have handicapped accessible features or single-level single-family homes to condominiums, townhomes, cooperatives, apartments, rentals, and housing complexes that offer a continuum of care ranging from independent living to assisted living. Take the "Needs Assessment" that will give you the tools to make an educated decision. Come with your questions and with your family. Decide what will work best for you and what your next steps are. This is a Pay What You Can Class.

Make the stars your old friends as we watch the great celestial show in the skies over Big Lake. We’ll have giant telescopes aimed at Jupiter, Saturn, star clusters, galaxies, and more. Live video telescopes will also be available. Get to know constellations like The Big Bear, Cygnus the Swan, Pegasus the Winged Horse, and others. Great constellation mythological stories will also be featured! Bring lawn chairs with as we will be outside the whole class.

Does your child dream of having their own YouTube channel? Eliminate the worry with this helpful class as we walk you through the steps of how to set up a YouTube channel, safety settings, and consideration for kids having their own channel. Parents will learn the basic guidelines of being able to help manage and monitor their activity, all while incorporating practical business skills when it comes to managing your own channel. You'll learn how this hobby can become a practical career, safety practices, and even create fun videos! Parents will leave the class with helpful guidelines to get their kid's channel started safely and a solid foundation for their child's new creative outlet in 2024. Please note, children must be age 13 and have parental permission to start a YouTube channel. Student Benefits: Students will gain clarity on what is involved in creating a YouTube channel for their child (and be able to see if it's the correct decision for their family). The students will also leave with an easy-to-follow game plan for the correct steps to set up and manage their channel effectively and keep up safety standards as well as business practices.