Storytelling in Motion: The Magic of Crankie Theater Step back in time and into your imagination with Crankie Theater, a folk-art storytelling tradition that’s making a massive comeback! A "Crankie" is a moving panorama—a long, illustrated scroll that is wound onto spools and cranked through a wooden viewing box, creating a "movie" powered by hand. In this hands-on creative workshop, students will become directors, artists, and performers. Over the course of the session, participants will: Script & Storyboard: Draft an original short story, poem, or song to bring to life. Illustrate the Scroll: Use markers, paper-cuts, and mixed media to create a continuous, rolling landscape of art. Build & Perform: Learn the mechanics of the "crank" and practice timing their narration or music to the moving images. The Grand Finale: Host a "Mini-Fringe" performance for family and friends on the final day! Whether your child is a budding artist, a mechanical tinkerer, or a natural-born storyteller, they’ll love the tactile magic of making their art move. No previous experience is required—just a spark of creativity and a love for "old-school" tech. Check out this website to learn a little more about the storied history and versatility of crankies: broniaevers.com/what-is-a-crankie-theatre Registration Deadline Registration closes at 11:55 PM the Thursday before the start date. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Learn how to make endgrain cutting boards using repeating patterns. Participants will learn the multiple steps to prepping, cutting, gluing, trimming and finishing endgrain cutting boards. There will be a review of different patterns that can be created and a discussion about what wood species to use. Students will leave with a beautiful endgrain cutting board prototype made with different types of plywood and pine. Familiarity with woodshop techniques and power tools recommended. 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

Are you interested in improving your home? Do you have remodeling or home maintenance questions? Join Peter Schulze, our Woodshop Lead, for our first home improvement class at Edina Community Ed. Peter has 30 years of experience as a remodeler/carpenter and he is eager to share his knowledge with you. Each class will focus on different home improvement topics listed below with dates. Whether you live in Edina, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, or elsewhere, Peter will direct you to the resources you need. You will receive an email with a short google form from Peter before class starts in which you will share plans, questions, and or photos of projects that are on your mind. * This class is meant as an introduction to home improvement and a general understanding of construction principles. The instructor will answer your questions and assist you with your projects but shouldn't replace the need for a professional contractor. 1) June 4, 2026 - Residential Home Fundamentals - This first class will cover the structure, design and landscaping of residential homes including everything you need to know about pulling permits and hiring contractors. 2) June 11, 2026 - Exterior Finishing - In this second class we will discuss the different types of exterior finishes, windows and doors, roofing, flashing, as well as waterproofing, sealing, and insulation. 3) July 16, 2026 - Interior Finishing - From drywall to painting, flooring to finished carpentry, Peter will go over all you need to know to make your interior pop! 4) July 30, 2026 - Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC Basics - During this class you will learn about how each of these systems work in your home and give an overview of their fundamental design. Common problems and remodeling concerns will be addressed as well as energy efficency, reducing your carbon footprint, and solar electric additions. 5) August 6, 2026 - Kitchens & Bathrooms - Class 5 will focus on everything you need to know about Kitchen & bathrooms. Including kitchen layout, cabinets, countertops, bathroom layout, shower/bath enclosures, and the specifics of electrical, plumbing and ventilation for the most complicated rooms in most houses. 6) August 20, 2026 - Garages, Porches, Decks, and Landscaping - The final class will look at other structures and landscaping found outside of the home. The class will look at the specifics of garages and driveways, porch/deck design and construction, and different landscaping features such as retaining walls, walkways and fences.