Robbinsdale Area Schools Community Education

Meet us at the lake to try out this family-focused beginner kayaking program! Join instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School of Three Rivers to learn kayaking basics, water safety, proper paddle techniques, and boat control. Equipment and personal flotation device provided. Participants ages 11 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. *You will need to choose the size of kayak suited for you upon registration. *Children 11 and under must be registered along with a registered adult.

Indulge yourself in this popular Chicken Pad Thai cooking class whose name means “Thai stir-fry. In this fun-filled and hands-on class, you will be guided step-by-step by your instructor Mimi in recreating this classic known for its diverse flavor profile of sweet, salty, sour and spicy on to properly prepare and build the flavor profile of an authentic Pad Thai sauce. Perfect for entertaining, wow your friends and family at your next dinner party with your new-found signature dish! Address: 2400 Sandburg Ln, Golden Valley, MN *$20 supply fee will need to be paid to the instructor at class. Please bring in your own take home containers.

Work with clay slabs to build a small fairy house in this two-session course (we will glaze projects in the second session)

Work with clay slabs to hand build a hanging wall vase during this two-session course (we will glaze projects in the second session).

Hobby Groups Meet with others who share your passion. All abilities welcome. All groups are self-directed. Bring your own supplies. There is no class fee to participate, but there is a $19 annual fee per person for most groups. Stop by the Adult Enrichment office at Pilgrim Lane in Plymouth or call 763-504-6990 to join a Hobby Group. Wood Carvers Calling all interested men and women! Bring your carving tools and projects and join this fun group of woodcarvers. As we work on projects we share patterns, techniques, suppliers and general knowledge. Basic carving skills are required. Thursdays, 8-11 am

Square Dancing/Round Dancing offers music, friendships, mild exercise and lots of fun. We dance at the Mainstream level (lowest or first level) on the second Friday of each month during the school year and welcome all current Square and Round dancers. These are NOT lessons for beginners. NO class held in January.

Sumi-e Club Meet with others who share your passion. All abilities welcome. Groups are self-directed. Bring your own supplies. There is no class fee to participate but there is a $19 annual fee per person. Stop by the Adult Enrichment office at Pilgrim Lane in Plymouth call 763-504-6990 to join a Hobby Group. Sumi-e Japanese Brush Painting Explore the ancient practice of Japanese Sumi-e, a unique style of black-ink brush painting on paper. Join other Sumi-e painting enthusiasts and practitioners for a morning of painting and calligraphy, sharing techniques and learning from one another. The Sumi-e group welcomes both those with experience in Sumi-e ink painting as well as beginners. For beginners we provide instructions and materials for use in class, to get started. Join us to develop your brush painting skills, and experience the peaceful and elegant art forms of Japanese calligraphy and Sumi-e painting.

One adult and one child, ages 5-17. Register under the child's name. Eggrolls and samosas are flavorful appetizers you can make with your family for years to come! Make a variety of egg rolls, samosas and dipping sauces with your favorite cooking kiddo. These appetizers are jammed with flavors from around the world and can be a quick way to incorporate leftovers into something new and fun to eat. Make a variety of egg rolls, samosas and dipping sauces to enjoy! *Supply fee of $20 will need to be paid to the instructor day of the class. There will be many left overs to bring home. Please bring in your own take home containers.

Join us for a fun night of learning with author, Patric Richardson! Sign up to be the first to attend and learn about Patric's new joyful guide to cleaning, organizing, and loving your home.

Expand your skills as you learn the basics to discuss social media analytics from Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. This critical skill is a must for anyone of all ages, whether you’re an employee, small business owner, volunteer, etc.! You will learn a step-by-step process so that you can get started today and confidently present and discuss how a post performed on social media.

You don’t need to be famous to have a legacy to leave behind. Create an inspirational autobiography for family, friends, and others. Learn how to recall vivid memories, analyze events and people that shaped who you are, and bring your story to life. Your handout, included in the class fee, will have an outline to help you organize and write your memoir step-by-step. Printing/publishing options will also discussed. 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. Please have an email listed in your profile to register

In this fun beginner class, you’ll learn the basics to begin your very own YouTube channel. Join the world’s largest media platform to share your hobbies, advice, instruction, gifts and more with the world and your audience. We’ll walk you through a step-by-step process so you can get started today.

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!) 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. 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 webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. *Please have an email listed in your profile to register

Airbnb and VRBO (short term rental) are ways people make money. Is this right for you? Come learn from an Airbnb owner how to find property, set up your rental, potential risks and problems and how to set yourself up for success!

If tobacco/vape products are controlling your life, health, and finances and you are ready to quit, hypnosis is a strategy. It can help you stop smoking and/or vaping without withdrawal, cravings or weight gain. Smokers will have a final cigarette break off the school grounds. Bring a pillow, blankets, and/or sleeping bag for added comfort. May sit or lay down. Fee includes a reinforcement CD and free reinforcement. Go to www.hypnosisclinic.net for more information.

Hypnosis can help you in many ways: controlling your eating habits and helping you stop craving sweet/salty/greasy foods and soda pop. It will also help you stop overeating and snacking between meals and in the evening. You will learn to eat healthy and be motivated to walk and exercise. Bring a pillow, blankets, and/or sleeping bag for added comfort. May sit or lay down. Fee includes a reinforcement CD and free reinforcement. Go to www.hypnosisclinic.net for more information.

Introduction to Mushroom Hunting and Identification. Learn basic mushroom identification skills and gain experience searching for mushrooms in the field.

Explore alternatives to single family living-from condo & townhomes, cooperatives, subsidized apartments, market rate independent rentals, and housing complexes that offer a continuum of care ranging from independent living to assisted living. Come with your questions to decide what will work best for you and what are your next steps?

“Wow, you have a great voice!” Have you heard that more times than you can count? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobooks, commercials, or cartoon characters and think, “I could do that!” Want to earn income using your talents from the comfort of your home? If so, then you could have what it takes to begin working as a professional Voiceover Artist. Explore the craft of voiceovers. Discover current trends, opportunities, and tools you need to find success in this growing remote working industry. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. One-time, 90-minute, one-on-one, video-chat class! Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo Upon registration you will be contacted by Voices For All to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Class intended for Adults 18+ You will need the ability to video chat. This is for 1 session. Voices for All will contact you via email to schedule for a date and time of your preference. Please be sure to check your SPAM or JUNK folder just in case.

Explore the craft of voiceovers! Discover current trends, opportunities and tools you need to find success in this growing remote working industry. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo Upon registration you will be contacted by Voices For All to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Class intended for Adults 18+ You will need access to email and the ability to video chat. This is for 1 session. Voices for All will contact you via email to schedule for a date and time of your preference. Please be sure to check your SPAM or JUNK folder just in case.

Learn to make pottery on a kick wheel! Beginning students receive an introduction to basic pottery techniques: wedging, centering, throwing, trimming, and glazing. Grab a friend and join the fun as you learn a new skill! *Experienced students please consider the advanced course. *The final night of each session is a 30 minute project pickup from 6:30-7:00.

This class is for those with some throwing experience looking to build upon an existing skill set. Students should have basic experience centering, throwing and trimming on a kick wheel. We will address more complex forms and surface textures in this class. *Beginning students should enroll in the First Timers option. *The final night of each session is a 30 minute project pickup from 6:30-7:00.

What is sharp? We discuss choosing kitchen knives, different knife steels, and the pros and cons of each. We will talk about how a knife becomes dull and how to sharpen, care for and store your knives, and we'll discuss and practice the various knife cuts. *Please bring your own knives to work with. Bring your own cutting boards and variety of vegetables to practice on.