Elementary & Middle School Players - Brush up your skills (or learn the ropes!) at the Edina District Spring Open! This fun, fast-paced tournament is perfect for:New & Experienced Players: Whether you're a chess club regular or just starting out, you're welcome!All Skill Levels: We'll have divisions based on sign-ups, so you'll play against kids with similar skills.Tournament Rookies: Don't worry! We'll explain everything you need to know before you play. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Each week of this class, we will explore different materials and resources for art-making. Stickers, stamping, stencils and even architectural building blocks will be used to spark creativity and explore the world of art! Students will design their own projects with introductory lessons by Mrs. Hagen. This is a great class to end the year and apply all the students’ learning from art class! Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Join us for Storybook Art, where we will read different stories each week and do a variety of different art projects based on those stories. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Food on a stick isn’t just for the Fair! Join Kirsten live online to move beyond the basic Caprese Skewers into a world of color, flavor, and possibilities. Kirsten will share the 3 Rules of Skewering and demonstrate multiple methods to pleasingly present your offerings. From vegan to omnivore there are recipes for everyone. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards so you can cook along at your convenience. ______________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

This class is for people who are looking for guidance to support someone they know who is grieving a loss. Do you know someone who is grieving? What should you say? What should you do? Even with the best of intentions, most people struggle to find the right words or deeds to support those they're close to who are grieving a loss. Feeling uncomfortable, or fearing they'll make the person feel worse, they simply do nothing - which adds a sense of abandonment to the grief and leaves the griever struggling even more. This 90 minute workshop will help people be more comfortable and better able to support the grievers they care about. It is intended for friends, family, or community members who want to learn how to support children, young adults, or adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. This workshop will: Provide an understanding of what grief is and how it manifests. Introduce meaningful steps for supporting someone who is grieving. Inform as to what to say and what to avoid and suggest actions that are truly helpful This course is being offered in person once and once online. You will receive the Zoom link once you register. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

This class is for people who are looking for guidance to support someone they know who is grieving a loss. Do you know someone who is grieving? What should you say? What should you do? Even with the best of intentions, most people struggle to find the right words or deeds to support those they're close to who are grieving a loss. Feeling uncomfortable, or fearing they'll make the person feel worse, they simply do nothing - which adds a sense of abandonment to the grief and leaves the griever struggling even more. This 2-hour workshop will help people be more comfortable and better able to support the grievers they care about. It is intended for friends, family, or community members who want to learn how to support children, young adults, or adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. This workshop will: Provide an understanding of what grief is and how it manifests. Introduce meaningful steps for supporting someone who is grieving. Inform as to what to say and what to avoid and suggest actions that are truly helpful This course is being offered in person once and once online. You will receive the Zoom link once you register. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Students will spend time learning about the environment and how people shape it! Topics will include carbon footprint, recycling and composting, fast fashion, and climate change. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Students will spend time learning about the environment and how people shape it! Topics will include recycling and composting, climate change, and how people can make changes to help. Registration Deadline Registration for all class sessions closes 3 business days before the start date. If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

One night. One dance. And a whole lot of laughter. This isn't about perfect footwork—it's about having fun together! Whether you're total beginners or just looking to brush up with some fresh moves, this one-night class will have you spinning, looping, and maybe even showing off a little. Learn easy that’ll take you from awkward side steppers to confident dance floor darlings. No spotlight, no pressure—just a feel-good night with music, movement, and each other. *Couples only please.______________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

East Coast Swing is the perfect companion for the energetic music of the 1920s! Now that the twenties have rolled around again, it’s time to kick up your heels and learn this bubbly, fun-loving dance. Spend a month getting to know the rhythms of swing dance, starting with the very basic steps and progressing through fundamental partnering technique. By the end of the month, you’ll be ready to hop up and start swinging the next time you hear a big band! Partner dance is for everyone! Sign up solo or with a partner, and learn how to dance with Anne, a social and competitive ballroom dancer with eight years of teaching experience. This course is designed for beginners. Meet Anne here: Anne Amen __________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Ready, set, aim! Target Time gives kids a playful introduction to bowling, golf, and disc golf — all designed to strengthen hand-eye coordination, core stability, focus, and aim. These fun precision sports encourage patience, concentration, and gentle competition in a supportive setting.

Animal tracking offers many gifts, one of them being its ability to help engage your senses and slow your mind. Join Maria Wesserle (certified Professional Track & Sign through CyberTracker North America) as we immerse ourselves in our surrounding environment while searching for evidence left by fellow creatures. We may come across footprints (tracks), scat, feeding sign, burrows, and other marks on the land of animals such as deer, raccoons, red fox, woodpeckers, owls, and more! This class will take place near 9 Mile Creek. Please plan on parking at Edina High School near door 5. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

The Future of Democracy with Professor Dr. Richard Lietch You may know Professor Dr. Richard Lietch from his Great Decisions presentation on U.S. China Relations. Back by popular demand, Dr. Lietch has agreed to enlighten us on the topic of The Decline of Global Democracy. This Great Decisions style presentation will be held virtually during the snowy, cold winter month of February. All you have to do is sign up, open up your computer, grab your coffee or hot cocoa and tune in live on Zoom. Join our distinguished expert Prof Lietch for this engaging and enlightening exploration of a topic that is on all of our minds. Associate Professor in Political Science, Environmental Studies, and Japanese Studies Dr. Richard Leitch earned his BA in East Asian Studies from Colby College in 1985, and went on to earn an MA in Asian Studies from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign after a two-year career on Wall Street. He earned his Ph.D. in Political Science from Illinois in 1995, where he was the recipient of the Harriet and Charles Luckman Award for Distinguished Undergraduate Teaching, and the College of Liberal Arts Award for Distinguished Teaching by a Graduate Assistant. He has been a member of the Political Science Department at Gustavus since 1996, where he teaches courses in International Relations, Comparative Politics, Asian Politics, Environmental Politics, and the Politics of Poverty. In 2000 he received the Swenson-Bunn Award for Teaching Excellence at Gustavus, and in 2008 the Edgar M. Carlson Award for Distinguished Teaching. In 2012 he was included in The Princeton Review's The Best 300 Professors. His research interests include Japanese domestic politics and foreign policy, and he is the co-author of Japan's Role in the Post Cold War World. B.A. Colby College (1985, East Asian Studies); M.A. University of Illinois (Asian Studies); Ph.D. University of Illinois (1995, Political Science) _____________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

This class will explore the history, culture, and especially the art of the first civilization in Europe: the Minoans of the island of modern-day Crete. This egalitarian, peace-loving civilization flourished from circa 3000 B.C. till 1200 B.C. Its impact on ancient Greece cannot be overestimated. ___________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Calling all middle school students! Join us for fun and fitness this spring. Whether you're a beginner or experienced track athletes, all are welcome! All participants will have the opportunity to compete in track and field events that encompass sprint and long distances running races, individual and relay options, and jumping and throwing events. ***Please note: Sports physicals are NOT required for middle school track and field.*** Grades 6-8 Season runs first practice through the final track meet Practices are held before school Monday-Friday. Students will stay at their home school for practices. South View Middle School: Kuhlman Stadium/South View Middle School, 7:45-9:00am The season includes four meets at Kuhlman Stadium, with the final meet being a District Championship meet. Meets dates to be communicated at a later date More details will be emailed from the head coaches prior to the first day of practice. Make sure your correct email address is accurate in your general Community Ed profile when processing your registration. Valley View: Head Coach: Jon Buckley, jonathan.buckley@edinaschools.org Team Website

Calling all middle school students! Join us for fun and fitness this spring. Whether you're a beginner or experienced track athletes, all are welcome! All participants will have the opportunity to compete in track and field events that encompass sprint and long distances running races, individual and relay options, and jumping and throwing events. ***Please note: Sports physicals are NOT required for middle school track and field.*** Grades 6-8 Season runs first practice through the final track meet Practices are held before school Monday-Friday. Students will stay at their home school for practices. South View Middle School: Kuhlman Stadium/South View Middle School, 7:45-9:00am The season includes four meets at Kuhlman Stadium, with the final meet being a District Championship meet. Meets dates to be communicated at a later date More details will be emailed from the head coaches prior to the first day of practice. Make sure your correct email address is accurate in your general Community Ed profile when processing your registration. Valley View: Head Coach: Jon Buckley, jonathan.buckley@edinaschools.org Team Website