Big Lake Schools Community Education

55+ Driver Safety Course "Precision Driving Center" Register & pay directly with MN Safety Center @ 1 (888) 234-1294 Updated State Change: Starting July 1, 2024, there is NO longer a requirement for an 8 hour initial course. It has been reduced to simply a 4 hour course requirement. In this 4 hour class you will explore changes in laws, learn about the latest vehicle technologies, learn easy-to-use defensive driving techniques, and explore traffic safety and accident prevention. Complete these courses and you could receive a 10% reduction on your automobile insurance premiums! This class is offered through MN Safety Center and taught by MN Safety Center trainers. Location: Big Lake City Hall, 160 Lake Street No, Big Lake, MN. Course Dates in Big Lake: Tues., Jan 7 Or Mon., April 21 | 12-4pm

“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.

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 learn step-by-step how to: Start a FREE blog with WordPress Choose a blog template Emphasize your blog content with a creative name Use your unique voice to share your expertise Connect your domain/website You will also learn how to earn 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. The instructor 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.

In this beginner-friendly class, craft a couple of pillows using the popular finger-knitting technique. Choose your favorite color or match your room decor! The finished round pillows will be approximately 11x6 inches.

Join us for this fun experience of candle making! You will learn the basic ins and outs of poured candle making: creating your own clean burning soy wax candles, incorporating cotton wicks and fragrance oils. The candle making process itself will take 30 minutes, then approximately 1.5 hours to dry and set. This is a great class for a group of friends, date day, or just meeting new people while hanging out at Lupulin Brewing. Food and beverages are available for purchase.

Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and novices! This class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva, the easiest design website available, all for free. You'll learn to create stunning designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. Whether it's online documents, business cards, email signatures, or more, you'll leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva effectively and creatively. This is a Pay What You Can Class

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! Disclaimer: Schedule Note for Julie Anderson Fitness Classes With the instructor's schedule, changes may occur. If there is a schedule change or cancellation and the makeup date does not work for you, you will be able to attend a different class or 1:1 personal training, scheduled separately with Julie as a backup. She will also send out an additional workout to do from home.

This engaging session will help you navigate the challenges of your child's digital world and provide helpful tools for your parenting toolbox. Learn practical strategies for social media/friendships, setting boundaries, ensuring online safety, and fostering healthy screen habits. Empower yourself with the tools to help raise a teen with a smart technology foundation they will use into adulthood. This is a Pay What You Can Class

Join us for an exciting evening of country line dancing. You will learn the Honky Tonk Stomp, Slappin' Leather & Tush Push. Not partner needed for a night of fun. Make it a family night of fun! PLEASE NOTICE THE DATE CHANGE FROM THE CATALOG!

Do you have a business, product, event, or service but panic at the thought of putting yourself on social media? In this beginner class, you'll learn helpful tips and strategies to create social media content with ease. Say goodbye to freezing up in front of the camera, thanks to the practical skills you'll gain. We'll guide you through a step-by-step process, so you can start creating content confidently today! Student Benefits: Students will leave the class with confidence on how to effectively create social media conten 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. This is a Pay What You Can Class

You don't need a degree in creative writing to be an exceptional writer and get paid for it! Anyone with a passion for writing can learn and develop their fiction and non-fiction writing skills. Whether you're writing from your own life experience, creating new worlds, or informing readers about important information, this class will teach you about the different forms of creative writing, the top 10 creative writing tips for beginners, as well as how to brainstorm for new creative writing ideas, bring your words to life with engaging descriptions, develop your own writing stye, and how to get paid for your creative writing. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

If you love to travel and love to write, this is for you! We will discuss how to use all your senses in a new destination to create more detailed and in-depth descriptions that capture and maintain readers' interest, and whether or not you need to include photos with your work. You will also learn how to find and submit your finished product to print and online markets, the business side of travel writing (how to take travel tax deductions), and how to avoid worn-out travel writing cliches. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor 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.

Do you live in Sherburne county and have an interest in learning more about having your own licensed Family Childcare? We would love to have you join our informational 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 experienced Family Childcare Provider at the meeting to be able to provide direct information about what it entails to be a professional Childcare Provider and having your own business.

Take your business to new heights with our fast-paced, comprehensive session designed to equip business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals with the essential skills and strategies needed to leverage social media for business success. Learn how to effectively reach your target audience, increase brand awareness, and drive engagement across major social media platforms. Student Benefits: Students will leave the class with action items they can easily implement themselves to see results for their business or role within their company and organization. Students will also benefit from having a plan for the rest of their 2025 year and know how to be effective with their time on social media for maximum results for gaining new clients or customers. 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 informational 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

Looking for a fun and creative activity? Learn the basics of fusing art class in beautiful designs of your own creation guided by an instructor to make a functional dish, coasters, or wall art. No experience needed.

Explore the art of sifting powdered glass through stencils creating wonderful designs! Choose from my supply of stencils or bring your own. No experience needed.

Get ready for planting your posts this spring and think about ways to further enhance your outdoor spaces with a wonderful piece of fused glass garden art that you make yourself! No experience needed, all materials included.

Unlock the full potential of Google Sheets and gain skills that will benefit you for a lifetime! Whether you're using it for work or personal projects, this comprehensive class will transform you from a novice into an expert. You'll master the essential functions of Google Sheets, including entering, organizing, refining, analyzing, and visualizing data. Join us to build a solid foundation in Google Sheets and enhance your productivity and data management capabilities! This is a Pay What You Can Class

Weight Loss/Healthy Eating 5:45-7:45 pm ~ Stop cravings for sweets, carbs, greasy fatty foods, pop, etc. Get motivated to walk and or exercise. Develop a positive attitude towards getting healthy and losing weight. Stop Smoking-Chewing Tobacco-Vaping 5:45-8:45 pm ~ Stop nicotine addictions without cravings or weight gain. (This group will have a break off school grounds to have their last big smoke. Bring your tobacco products with you) Please bring a pillow, blanket, sleeping bag, etc for added comfort, you may sit or lay down for hypnosis part of the session. Dr. Fischer has 36 years experience teaching hypnosis classes through Community Education and major businesses. She also has a private practice in Waite Park/St. Cloud area.

Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award winning business owner, 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) Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/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.