Robbinsdale Area Schools Community Education

Think you’ve got what it takes to solve puzzles faster than anyone else? Test your skills and race against the clock in our thrilling Speed Puzzle Competition! Teams of 2-4 participants compete to finish a 500- piece puzzle in the shortest amount of time. The puzzle is provided and participants get to keep the puzzle. The event is limited to 12 teams, so register early! Family Division (2+ team members age 12+ and 1-2 members below 12 years of age) Adult Division (all team members age 13+) **Refreshments and Puzzle Swap will be held before the competition at 6:00- 6:45pm. Prizes will be awarded for various puzzling feats throughout the two-hour contest. 1st place prizes will be awarded to the first team to finish the entire puzzle. 2nd and 3rd place prizes will be awarded to each team accordingly. Suitable for: Adults (Ages 18 and older) Kids (Ages 6 to 8) Tweens (Ages 9 to 12) Teens (Ages 13 to 17) A puzzle swap will be held at the event before and after you can bring in your used puzzles and swap for another used one. Registration Deadline October 14th Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email robbinsdaleareacommunityed@rdale.org at least seven days before the event.

**Ages 8 and up. Participants under the age of 11 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Come learn about the sport of archery in our family-focused beginner archery program! Join instructors from the Outdoor Recreation School of Three Rivers to learn how to safely shoot a compound bow and hone your skill by shooting at stationary targets. Safety, history, and proper shooing techniques will be covered. Equipment provided. Participants ages 11 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. Our program will meet at the Elm Creek Park Reserve’s Archery Range – 13387 129th Ave N, Dayton, MN 55327. * Participation waiver will be emailed out to you. Please have an updated email in your account.

Experience the beauty of fall colors on the Mighty Mississippi River and learn about this wonderful resource that flows through the Twin Cities. Bring your camera as you will get plenty of colorful shots. Start: East River Flats 360 East River Rd, Minneapolis (View Map) End: Sand Flats off West River Parkway and 34th St (View Map) How it works: You will paddle "The Gorge" of the Mississippi—the only natural canyon on the full length of the river! The route takes 2-3 hours, with about 2 hours of actual paddling time. We provide water but you should bring your own snacks. There are bathrooms at the beginning and end of each trip. We will shuttle you back to your car after the trip is over. Detailed instructions on your route and where to meet will be sent upon confirmation of your participation. You will be paddling in 24-foot North canoes, following the river’s 3-4 mph current as it winds along the shoreline. The canoes hold 6-9 paddlers and 1 boat captain. They are fast and stable boats, designed specifically for trips on big or moving water. Paddling distance ranges from 4-8 miles, depending upon the route we do. It is an active paddle, but not strenuous. Sample Itinerary Day 1 Additional Information: -Paddling day trips are appropriate for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. On the first day of all trips, basic paddling strokes will be taught by the trip leader. Each trip gives participants multiple opportunities to practice their skills. Participants with more experience will have plenty of opportunity to paddle during the trip, and even to help teach less experienced paddlers! -There is no hard age limit, but we recommend the event for ages 5 and older. All participants must be able to wear a PFD (personal floatation device). All children must be 30 lbs or greater to fit into a PFD provided by Wilderness Inquiry. You must supply a PFD for any smaller children. Participants can plan to be in the canoes for at least one hour at a time and should be comfortable sitting still for this length of time. -To complete your registration you will need to fill out a separate registration to receive additional information (packing lists, meeting times/locations, etc.) and sign waivers - see confirmation email once you are registered for the link. Held in partnership with Wilderness Inquiry

Embark on a transformative journey to wellness with Oula Fitness, where invigorating rhythms meet heart-pounding workouts. Join our vibrant community and dance your way to joy, strength, and empowerment in every exhilarating session. Oula is a cardio dance class. Oula's approach means you get to cater to your fitness. Need modifications? Go for it! It's about moving your body and having fun while dancing whatever impact level you need. *This is a virtual class you will need a computer or smart device to participate in the class

POUND® is a 45-minute full-body workout that combines cardio conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks, POUND® transforms drumming into an effective way of working out. Designed for all levels of fitness and ages. Call us to schedule a drop in class to try it out! 763-504-6990 *Bring a yoga mat, water bottle and towel, Ripstix® provided by instructor.

Make the stars your old friends as we watch the great celestial show in the skies over Golden Valley. 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! We’ll have giant telescopes aimed at Saturn, star clusters, galaxies, and more. An astronomical camera system will also capture breathtaking images! Mike Lynch is a retired WCCO meteorologist and has been hosting Minnesota and Wisconsin Starwatch programs for over 50 years! He also writes a weekly stargazing column for the St. Paul Pioneer Press and is the author of the book “Stars, a Month-by-Month Tour of the Constellations.” It’s a brand-new edition and will be available for purchase. Also available will be framed Mike Lynch high-quality astronomical photos as well as super cool glow-in-the-dark star shirts. Make the Stars Your Old Friends! Mike Lynch is a meteorologist at WCCO Radio and has been hosting star watch parties and teaching astronomy classes for over 45 years. He also writes a weekly stargazing column for the St. Paul Pioneer Press and is the author of the book, Mike Lynch's Minnesota Star Watch, and Stars, that will be available for purchase at a discount. Even if it's cloudy you'll learn a lot, have a great time and get a Mike Lynch "Cloud Check" for a future Starwatch Party. Your universe is waiting! Ages 5+ welcome with registered adults *Held outdoors, please bring lawn chairs and dress for the weather.

Shake, sweat, and smile in our electrifying dance party! Feel the rhythm, torch calories, and sculpt your body while dancing to infectious beats. Join our vibrant community and unleash your inner dancer for an exhilarating fitness experience like no other! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise!