Beginning Excel - 6:30-8:30pm, 3 Sessions (Nov 16-30) $65/enrollment Dive into Excel with a guided exploration of how to create a new document and use the quick access toolbar, ribbon, and spreadsheet grid. This course will cover the basics of an Excel document including entering and formatting data and numbers, utilizing multiple pages and using Excel productively. This class is catered to a novice Excel user who would like instruction on application use from opening a new document to editing in simple terms. The classes are held via Google Meet and our instructor sends out handouts/Google Meet link the Thursday prior to class and then Monday AM of the 2nd and 3rd sessions 14 years and older may attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. _________________________________________________ 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

Beginning orchestra camp for incoming 5th grade students in EPS. Learn the basics of playing the string instrument you've chosen for 5th grade orchestra!

Beginning Sewing with Kim Poncius: In this beginner-friendly sewing class, you’ll learn basic skills while making fun, practical projects like a bookmark, hot/cold pack, and pin cushion. Along the way, gain confidence as you thread a sewing machine and explore a variety of simple stitches. All supplies included in the fee. If you have your own sewing machine please bring it with you. Once you take this beginner class you will be able to attend Sewing 2. All participants should feel free to bring a water bottle and a snack since this class is in the evening. All supplies provided with materials fee included. 14 years and older may attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. ___________________________________________________________________ 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

Take your skills to the next level! Are you a someone with a bit of sewing experience- this is the class for you. Come learn some sewing skills, complete a project,and make a new friend or two! 14 years and older may attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay.

Join Kay Zuccaro for beginning swim and water safety for adults. Whether you are new to Minnesota and just want to be more comfortable around the lakes or you have lived here your whole life and never learned how to swim, Kay wants to give you the confidence to be safe in and around the water. In this 4 class series you'll learn how to get in and out of the water safely, submerge under water comfortably, front and back float, and learn about the fundamental mechanics of swimming. You'll go from wader to swimmer and from fear to freedom in a short time so you can enjoy your entire Minnesota summer around the pools and lakes. Meet Kay here: Kay _______________________________________________________ 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

Develop your woodworking skills in this 9-week class with a supportive, learning-oriented environment. This gender affinity class will lead beginning woodworkers through a project that will help registrants learn the basics of woodworking. Individual hands-on instruction is provided. Registrants will all make the same projects and all project materials will be provided for a small additional fee. Projects include a cutting board and a box with a variety of joinery choices. Beginners welcome! You do not need to take Woodworking Fundamentals prior to taking this class. Completing this course satisfies the Woodworking Fundamentals: Woodshop Orientation course requirement. **PLEASE NOTE: Attendance is required for the first day of your Women’s Woodshop session. This is in order to meet one another and to allow participants to be adequately introduced to all our woodshop expectations, protocols, and goals. Helpful suggestions: Bring a pencil. Ear and eye protection provided, but you can bring your own. You might find an apron useful. Avoid loose clothing. The Community Woodshop exists for learning and community-building. Commercial production for sale or profit is not consistent with our goals and mission and is not allowed. _________________________________________________________________ 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

New school, new teacher, new friends. Even when we're excited, a lot of "new" transitions can translate to a lot of new behaviors at home. A licensed parent educator will lead a 90-min seminar designed to help you understand the transition to the first week of school from your 3- or 4-year-old's developmental perspective. After a developmental review, we'll discuss strategies that can promote your child's school adjustment for a successful start to the year. Following the presentation, an ELC teacher and ELC parent educator will answer questions from the audience. Though targeted towards Edina ELC families, any local caregivers are welcome to attend. Perfect for new or returning preschoolers. Cost: Free, but registration required. This seminar is sponsored by Edina Public Schools & Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE). Virtual Link: A link will be shared with you prior to the start of class.

Embrace the colors of autumn with our Fall Flower Design Class! Join us for a creative, hands-on experience where you’ll learn the art of floral styling. Your registration includes instruction, all necessary supplies, and a vessel. You’ll leave with your own custom-made arrangement and the skills to recreate the magic at home. Great as a holiday centerpiece or a hostess gift. 12 years and older may attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. Jaime Harris, owner of Wildflower & Co., brings her passion for natural beauty and years of floral design experience to this hands-on workshop. www.wildflowerandcoflowers.com

Register early as this class will fill up fast. You and your friends can learn the Bob Ross-style of landscape oil painting using the wet-on-wet technique in this 3-hour class. With all equipment provided, you will follow the step-by-step instruction to create your own replica of a Bob Ross painting. Enjoy this easy-going atmosphere as you learn how to paint a winter landscape on a 20x 16 canvas. 14 years and older may attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. ___________________________________________________________________ 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

Register early as this class will fill up fast. You and your friends can learn the Bob Ross-style of landscape oil painting using the wet-on-wet technique in this 3-hour class. With all equipment provided, you will follow the step-by-step instruction to create your own replica of a Bob Ross painting. Enjoy this easy-going atmosphere as you learn how to paint a desert sunset landscape on a 20x 16 canvas. Students 14+ are welcome to attend with an adult. Both adult and child must register and pay. ___________________________________________________________________ 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

Combat a declining metabolism and stiff joints! In class you will lift, press, pull, squat, and lunge into a stronger you. We will use weights, bands, balls and our bodies to build muscle, stamina, and balance. And friendships, we build those too. This could be a great fitness opportunity for your home school teen. Students ages 16+ are welcome to attend. Meet Catherine here: Catherine ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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

Give your child a head start with our Bonjour Camps, designed for incoming first grade students. Taught by experienced Normandale educators, these camps offer a fun introduction to French and the world of French immersion.

Reignite your child’s love for French this summer with our immersive Bonjour Summer Camp, led by experienced Normandale teacher Madame Abel for incoming 2nd graders. Through fun games, creative STEAM projects, and interactive activities, kids will build their French skills in a supportive and engaging environment, preparing them for the school year ahead and connect with their Normandale grade-level teacher.

Reignite your child’s love for French this summer with our immersive Bonjour Summer Camp, led by experienced Normandale teacher Madame Coldagelli for incoming 3rd graders. Through fun games, creative STEAM projects, and interactive activities, kids will build their French skills in a supportive and engaging environment, preparing them for the school year ahead and connect with their Normandale grade-level teacher.

Reignite your child’s love for French this summer with our immersive Bonjour Summer Camp, led by experienced Normandale teacher Madame May for incoming 4th and 5th graders. Through fun games, creative STEAM projects, and interactive activities, kids will build their French skills in a supportive and engaging environment, preparing them for the school year ahead and connect with their Normandale grade-level teacher.

Plan the perfect send-off to school with Kindergarten Bonjour Camps. Your child will _Ease into immersion while blending French language with engaging activities taught by Normandale teacher, Mme Péralta._Build confidence for the first day by getting to know key areas of the school, including the library, gym, music and art room._Practice school-day routines like navigating the cafeteria, finding hallway restrooms, walking quietly in the commons and playing respectfully on the playground.

Are you hoping to better connect with your child’s French immersion experience at Normandale or simply dreaming of speaking French with confidence for travel or everyday life? Join Roxanne May, a French immersion educator at Normandale Elementary with over 13 years of experience, a master’s degree in literacy education, and a deep personal connection to the language as a French speaker, for a unique virtual class taught live from France. This course is designed to mirror the immersive, communication-based approach used in elementary French immersion programs, helping you experience what it feels like to learn through the language, not just about it. Rather than focusing heavily on grammar, you’ll build confidence speaking and understanding French in real-life situations, from ordering at a café to navigating everyday interactions. Classes are conducted primarily in French, with supportive guidance in English when needed, creating an engaging and accessible immersion experience for beginners. Perfect for beginners or those with some prior exposure, this class emphasizes practical conversation, cultural insight, and building confidence in a supportive environment. Come ready to participate, try something new, and bring a little “joie de vivre” into your week.

Congratulations on the beautiful addition to your family! This relaxing class is designed to be educational, yet allow you to slow down long enough to have some focused, uninterrupted time to enjoy your infant. You will also meet other parents, sharing questions on sleep, scheduled, feeding and development. Sibling Care is available for this class: https://earlylearning.edinaschools.org/learning/sibling-care

Enjoy time with your baby/toddler exploring the classroom as you listen to music, create art projects, read books and play to learn. A licensed Parent Educator will lead the class as you interact with your child and discuss your child’s social, emotional and physical development. Sibling care is available for this class. For ages 7-11 months. Sibling Care is available during this class: https://earlylearning.edinaschools.org/learning/sibling-care

Mrs. King and Ms. Heppelmann are looking for students who are Taylor Swift fans! This class will be filled with crafting, dancing, singing, and fun. Students will even mail their handwritten fan letters to Taylor! 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

Participants compete in the classic team strategy game Capture the Flag where teams defend their territory while attempting to capture the opposing team’s flag. Sessions emphasize teamwork, strategy, and movement through exciting gameplay. No prior experience is required. 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 deck of cards with endless possibilities...card games, card tricks, card tossing, card houses and more. Students will learn how to be entertained for hours with something that can be taken anywhere in their pocket. 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

In this class, kids will dive into the endless possibilities of building with cardboard. Kids can choose to create whatever they want or work on premade stencils or projects that are instructor lead. 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

In this class, kids will dive into the endless possibilities of building with cardboard. Kids can choose to create whatever they want or work on premade stencils or projects that are instructor lead. Registration Deadline Registration closes at 11:55 PM the Thursday before the start date. Please note: For classes the week of 6/22, registration closes on 6/17 due to district closures in recognition of Juneteenth. We apologize for any inconvenience this variance may cause. 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