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Chisago Lakes Community Education

Nov. 15, 2024

Chisago LakesCommunity EducationNov. 15, 2024
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2025 Wedding Expo - Vendors Opportunity!

We’re excited to announce that vendor registration for the Wedding Expo at the Wildcat Community Center is now open! If you're a wedding professional looking to showcase your services to brides and grooms-to-be, this is the perfect opportunity.


Event Date: Saturday, January 18th, 2025

Location: Wildcat Community Center


Don't miss out on the chance to connect with couples planning their big day and other industry experts. Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot today!


For more information and to register, visit https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/.../2025-chisago-lakes... or contact us at 651-213-2600.

Aquatics Aquatics

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Lifeguarding Recertification Course

This curse is designed to refresh your knowledge and skills. Upon successful completion, you will renew your American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification for another two years.


To participate in the Lifeguarding Recertification class, you must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, and certification expired by no more than 30 days.

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Adult Classes Adult Classes

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Bread Baking

Bread Baking

Fall is in the air and the smell of freshly baked bread is the perfect complement. Join Dianne Patras and Kathy Melamed for a hands-on baking class. You will learn how to make bagels and while waiting for them to rise you will be making some homemade jelly.

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Fall Septic System Care

Fall Septic System Care

How does your individual septic system really work? How can you as a homeowner care for and protect your investment to maximize the life of the system? There are many simple things you can do to extend the life of your septic system while at the same time maximizing efficiency, reducing expensive repairs, and protecting water quality.

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5 Phases of an IRA

5 Phases of an IRA

Contributing tax-deferred dollars in Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) is a big incentive for investors. But income taxes will come due once they start using the money. The workshop suggests potential strategies for reducing the taxes attendees and their heirs could pay

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Painting with Pam

Painting with Pam

Pam will join us during our Forever Young meeting to help us with our own work of art! Pam is so fun and nice and I know you'll have a blast!

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Social Security: Timing is Everything

Social Security: Timing is Everything

Social Security is a vital income source for many retirees. But it can be a confusing topic, and making the most of it can have a lot to do with timing it right. This workshop can help attendees get answers to their questions and learn what Social Security can mean for them.

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StrongHer Society

StrongHer Society

Discover the rejuvenating experience offered by our community this October! Join us for 6 diverse sessions that will recharge your mind and body. We will alternate between mindful art (sacred geometry and mandala drawing), and healthy recipes. We will incorporate some Yoga, Mediation and Pilates for an overall full body workout.

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Winter Wine Bottle with Lights

Winter Wine Bottle with Lights

This will brighten up those dark winter nights. Cobalt bottle with lights provided. All materials included in class fee.

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The Grinch Canvas Painting

The Grinch Canvas Painting

I think everyone loves the grinch. Now is your chance to paint him on a 16"x20" canvas using acrylic paint in this step by step class. Teens and adults are welcome to join us. A beginner? You are welcome to join us too!

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Volleyball - Open Gym at TF

Volleyball - Open Gym at TF

Adult players are welcome to drop-in and play pick up volleyball games at Taylors Falls Gym. Competitive level play. No pre-registration necessary. $5 drop-in fee due at the door

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Virtual Classes Virtual Classes

Christmas in Krakow

Christmas in Krakow

Twenty years ago, my husband and I celebrated the most wonderous Christmas of our lives in Krakow, Poland as we joined our son and his family for the holiday.

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How to Publish Your Book Without Going Broke - 3 part series

So, you’ve written a book. Now what? Whether you've written the great American novel and want to share it with the world, or your memoirs to pass on to family and friends, this class is for you. In the first session you will learn how to prepare your manuscript for publishing, the business of selling your books, and some tips on marketing and promotion. The second session will be a hands-on learning experience of preparing your manuscript and cover in Microsoft Word, setting up a Kindle Direct Publishing account, uploading your files and publishing your book on Amazon. The third session will contain information on public relations and marketing platforms, including social media, along with strategies for marketing. The up-dated manual will be emailed to you prior to class.

Calling All Child Care Providers!

Calling All Child Care Providers!
This is YOUR day to grow, connect, and have some well-deserved fun! Join us for a full-day event dedicated to enhancing your skills and celebrating your incredible impact on our community.

When: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Where: North Branch Area High School

Early Bird Registration: $50 (ends 12/13/24)
Regular Registration: $60 (ends 1/15/25)

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, network, and recharge! Register online, or call North Branch Area Community Education at 651-674-1025 for more info.


Let’s make it a day to remember!

Fitness Fitness

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NEW: SPARQ Performance (AKA Strength and Speed Training)

Winter SPARQ (Speed, Power, Agility Resistance, Quickness) Gr 9-12, 90 Participants. (Open to 8th graders November 25 provided there is room and Coach approval. Please email clcommed@isd2144.org to be added to the 8th grade list.)

Training Sessions will be on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 2:45 - 4:15pm. Student-athletes should come to each training session ready to work and push themselves physically and mentally, with the goal of increasing their speed, power, and quickness through resistance and agility. Our weight room portion of the workout will be provided through the TeamBuilder app


COST: $190: Includes SPARQ Performance t-shirt.

(No class when school is not in session)

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NEW: Sprint-Jump-Lift

If you want to maximize your athletic potential, then here is your workout plan! Each session we will work on short sprints to get faster, followed by specific plyometric exercises to get more bouncy and finishing up with lifting to get stronger for your sport. There will never be conditioning in this class, it will all be geared for athleticism for sports.

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  • Yoga: Improve your flexibility
  • Total Body: a 45-minute workout that incorporates basic strength training and cardio for any fitness level
  • Dynamic Strength & Stretch: Basic and advanced strength movements in combination with dynamic body weighted movements for any fitness level
  • POUND: You become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout
  • Women & Weights: Learn to lift the right way and become comfortable with the weight rack
  • Tai Ji Quan, Moving for Better Balance: A research based balance training regimen designed for older adults at risk of falling and people with balance disorders
  • Sport Specific Strength & Conditioning: Come train to get ready for your next sport season!
  • Zumba: A cardio workout featuring Latin inspired music and dance and other aerobic moves
  • Full Body Balance & Flexibility (55+): Live 2 B Healthy's trainers bring you a new class each week that will focus on improving balance, flexibility, and strength to prevent falls and increase independence
  • Dance Fit: Get ready to kickstart your mornings with SuZanne Gillespie's high-energy 5 AM Dance Fit class!
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Fall Classes Fall Classes

Spots Are Filling Fast - Sign up Today! Spots Are Filling Fast - Sign up Today!

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Eco Art Experience - 4 class series

In this class we will explore making art with everyday items that might otherwise wind up in the recycle bin! We will make windchimes out of tin cans, snowmen out of plastic bottles and fun winter/holiday decorations out of unusual household items. Kids will leave this class full of creative ideas to "Use what we have" and minimize items finding their way to the landfill.

Festive Drawings

Festive Drawings

Spark your child's imagination with a Young Rembrandts Cartooning Class! They'll discover the power of exaggeration with Cow Expressions and Elf Expressions, perfect for conveying a whirlwind of emotions. Basketball Fun will score big with sports fans, while Baking Sequence and Decorating Sequence promise seasonal fun and creativity.

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Intro To Archery

Intro To Archery

Learn to shoot a bow safely and accurately. Quality archery instruction will be combined with an opportunity for the students to shoot and improve their skills. All equipment provided.

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Rhythmic Gymnastics

Rhythmic Gymnastics

Rhythmic gymnastics is just what girls need at an early age. After all, in this class, girls not only receive the physical activity necessary to improve their health, while developing vital skills and abilities; they also develop flexibility and dexterity, and acquire correct posture.

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Wrestling Clinics

Beginner Clinic (K - Gr 2): This class is intended for those beginning in the sport and interested to learn more about it.

2nd graders with a year or more experience should register for the Advanced course or email BNelson@isd2144.org for guidance.


Advanced Clinic (Gr 2 - Gr 6): This is for wrestlers looking to compete in tournaments and ready to perfect learned techniques. 2nd graders who have at least one year of experience can register for this class, otherwise they should register for the K-2 class. Wrestling at the youth level incorporates many different training methods including tumbling and relays to work on agility. This clinic uses a systematic progression of wrestling moves that are appropriate for each age level.

Middle School Strength & Conditioning

Middle School Strength & Conditioning

Come and get a great workout twice per week. The workouts will be subjective to each student's ability level. Students will be divided into 2-3 workout levels and each group will get an appropriate workout based on their age & fitness level. A great way to get active for beginning lifters or build strength and conditioning for student-athletes!

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Intro to Basketball

Participants will improve their basics skills like shooting, dribbling and passing while having fun playing games.


Dec 3rd, 4th, & 5th - 17th,18th, &19th

Lakeside - Tuesdays from 3:30-5:00pm

Primary School - Wednesdays 3:40-4:40pm

Primary School (Preschool) - Wednesdays 4:40-5:20pm

Taylors Falls - Thursdays from 3:30-5:00pm

Christmas Craft Ornaments

Christmas Craft Ornaments

With this Christmas craft you'll create beautiful ornaments that will make your Christmas tree truly special.

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Christmas Ornaments

Christmas Ornaments

Get ready for a merry and bright crafting adventure with our Christmas Ornament Craft. Perfect for little hands and big imaginations, this festive workshop invites children to create their very own holiday ornaments. From Toy Soldiers, to snowmen kids will enjoy a delightful afternoon of creative fun!

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Toddlers and Tots Toddlers and Tots

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NEW Mixed ages ECFE Class!

Welcoming children birth to 3 years old. Come and engage in purposeful and interactive play with your children in this class of movers and shakers. Parents and children stay together while enjoying regular classroom activities along with movement areas, art, and story time. Parents and children will participate in an interactive circle time with singing and movement activities before heading home.

Registration will stay open as new families are always welcome to join!

Active and Confident

Active and Confident

The class introduces Myla Wilson, a professionally trained Ukrainian gymnast who will share her many talents and experiences. Join us to help your son or daughter learn to be active and confident! On Wednesdays in the gymnastics room at the Wildcat Community Center, Active and Confident class encourages parents of two to three year old's to participate and learn various skills.

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Active & Confident! 4-5 year olds

Active & Confident! 4-5 year olds

The class introduces Myla Wilson, a professionally trained Ukrainian gymnast who will share her many talents and experiences. Welcome to our gymnastics class for 4 and 5 year old boys and girls! This class (section 2) will include stretching, strengthening all muscles of the body, developing coordination and the ability to react.

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Family Fun Time

Family Fun Time

PRICE IS PER FAMILY - PLEASE ONLY ENROLL ONE USER/ADULT DURING REGISTRATION. Register online for $7 per family/per date or buy a $35 punch card for 6 visits - adult supervision required. Great opportunity for parents, grandparents, or homeschool teachers to bring students in for activities in our facilities.

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Kids Club Kids Club

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Kids Club Spots Available

Need child care this school year? Kids Club still has spot available!


Kids Club Child Care program provide high quality services that will grow with your child from preschool through grade five. Kids Club Child Care offers flexible scheduling options to meet the needs of your family!


Program Information:

Age: must be 3 on or before September 1, 2024

When: Open 9:00am - 12:50pm (Before Preschool) or 11:30am - 3:30pm (After Preschool)

Where: Conveniently located at Primary School & Taylors Falls Elementary

BONUS: All Day Care offered on days your child does not attend Preschool.

Little Wildcats Preschool, Preschool + Parents, & ECFE Little Wildcats Preschool, Preschool + Parents, & ECFE

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Upcoming Dates

  • Tuesday, Nov 26th - Early Childhood Screening By Appointment Only
  • Monday, Nov 25th - Friday, Nov 29th - No ECFE Classes (Preschool + Parents has Class Monday)
  • Nov 27th - Nov 29th - No Little Wildcats Preschool/Preschool + Parents / Thanksgiving Break
  • Friday, Dec 13th - Last Day of ECFE Classes before Winter Break
  • Wednesday, Dec 18th - Last Day of Preschool + Parents before Winter Break
  • Friday, Dec 20th - Last Day of Little Wildcats Preschool before Winter Break
  • Dec 23rd - Jan 3rd - Winter Break

Join Forever Young Today! Join Forever Young Today!

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Don't forget to join us for our Forever Young Club for the 2024-25 school year and summer! "We're planning many fun and educational events for the year, not to mention all of the wonderful friends you'll meet," said Betsy Sandgren, Forever Young Coordinator. Click to register today.

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Free Computer Technology Workshop 50+

Drop-in workshops 2024-25:

Are you having issues with your smart phone, tablet or computer? Drop in at one of hte dates below to get individual help from a capable volunteer or a high school student. We'd love to help you out! Each meeting will feature a topic plus time for individual help.


Location: Wildcat Community Center (enter through door 7).

Tuesdays @ 2.30pm

Nov. 26 and Dec. 10, 2024

Jan. 7, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18, Mar. 4, Mar. 18, Apr. 1, Apr. 15, Apr. 29, May 13, 2025.

Look for additional technology classes offered through Community Education on our CE site.

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2025 Chisago Lakes Home and Business Showcase!

The CHISAGO LAKES BUSINESS SHOWCASE will be held on Saturday, March 01, 2025 from 9am to 4pm at the Wildcat Community Center.

Registration Opens October 1st:

https://isd2144.ce.eleyo.com/course/2586/winter-2025/2025-chisago-lakes-home-and-business-showcase

Don't Forget to Follow Us! Don't Forget to Follow Us!

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We are now on INSTAGRAM!

Drumroll please... We are officially part of the Instagram family! Follow us for all things community education, fun activities, and valuable resources. Let's grow together! @clcommunityed

www.instagram.com/clcommunityed

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Chisago Lakes Early Childhood Parents for more fun and interesting ideas you can share with your child. It's also a fun place to connect with other families in the community with young children!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/CLEarlyChildhood/


Chisago Lakes Community Education to see what fun and interesting things we have going on down at the WCC to make sure you don't miss out on anything!

https://www.facebook.com/CLCommunityEd

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