Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

Moving beyond auto-generated hints on the big platforms like Ancestry.com and MyHeritage is the only way to make progress in your research. I will show you more ways to find obscure records, how to use them and research techniques used by the pros. This class will be conducted online and instructions will be provided well in advance. No software will need to be downloaded when using a computer, you'll simply click on a link. If you are using a phone or an ipad, it will prompt you to download an app.You will receive your invitation to the email you provided during registration.

Experience paddleboarding unlike any other in Douglas County. This guided group activity is the most scenic adventure offering at Hang Loose. Winding down the Long Prairie River with your fellow paddleboarders and coach Mike Jost will be unforgettable. You'll start out from Lake Carlos Marina, paddle down to the head waters and then down the river to the takeout spot spanning nearly three miles of untouched terrain within Lake Carlos State Park. This experience is recommended for intermediate to advanced paddleboarders and takes about 2.5 hours. Transportation is provided back to the marina after taking out. Now boarding... Hang Loose MN!

We have over a dozen Milkweeds that are native to Minnesota. Let’s chat about the wide variety of these great pollinator plants! Some are wildly popular and very common growing in gardens and local sceneries. We also will discuss where to buy milkweed plants and seed, plus how and where to add these pollinator magnets to your landscapes. Participants may request an informational folder, native plant book, and be entered into the prize drawing simply by emailing the instructor after class. An email invitation will be sent from the instructor with a PDF version of the PowerPoint and the Zoom link to the meeting prior to the presentation date. You will be able to interact live with the instructor during the online presentation to answer any of your questions.

Experience the joy of pontooning on Lake Le Homme Dieu or Lake Victoria with the crew from Let’s Go Fishing (Alexandria Lakes Area). The Let’s Go Fishing crew will supply the pontoons and all life jackets so you and your friends can relax and enjoy the beautiful views! Registration for both participant and staff is required to ensure that we have an accurate count for the pontoon and all the supplies needed for an enjoyable ride. Please note if you require a wheelchair.

Have you ever caught sight of your reflection in a window or mirror to see that your head leads the way? Or noticed that your shoulders and upper back are too rounded forward? You’ll learn simple techniques to improve posture and stand straighter. We’ll do exercises to help flatten the upper back, un-round shoulders and flatten your midsection. We’ll talk about how to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and related injuries and how to re-gain bone mass. We’ll discuss the latest research findings on nutrition and talk about the importance of minerals and trace minerals for bone health; foods that help and/or harm your bones and more. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. You will need a resistance band or tube for some of the exercises. This class is being held online, interactive through Zoom. You can choose to enable your camera and audio, or just view the live content. More information will be sent before class.

This pickleball Power league is for players that are 3.5 and up skill levels only. Players will be assigned a court each night with 3 other players. Players on the assigned court will play 2 games to 11 points with each player on their court. Individual points will be kept and the player with the most points at the end of 5 weeks will be declared the Champion!

Is a change of housing in the future for you or a loved one? Learn about some of the choices in the Alexandria area (senior apartments, adult foster care facilities, and 55+ housing communities.) After a short informational session, board a school bus and visit 2-3 senior housing sites. The bus will have wheelchair accessibility. Sites will be finalized about two weeks before the tour date. Depending on the site, the tour may include walking longer distances.

This series enrolls you in the 4 Spring films: April 1 & 15 and May 6 & 20. Foreign movies are typically shown on the 1st Monday of the month and Documentaries on the 3rd Monday. Be sure to check each month's film schedule to confirm dates. You may wish to stay after the movie for a discussion of the film led by a member of the film study group. Location: Grand Arbor Theatre Savings of $5 for series: $15 for 4 films April 1 - "The Chorus" - Foreign: French April 15 - "On the Basis of Sex" - Documentary May 6 - "He Even Has Your Eyes" - Foreign: French May 20 - "Searching for Sugar Man" - Documentary

Join Tess as she walks you through the process of creating two types of spring rolls bursting with a symphony of flavors bold and bright enough to wake up any and all taste buds. Choice of meat (chicken or pork) & veggies will fill the crispy spring rolls, and fresh veggie and precooked protein of choice will fill the fresh spring rolls. Two types of wrappers will be used. Participants will be able to customize filling, ingredients, and seasonings according to their taste or dietary preferences. Join in the fun as we dive into the world of spring rolls! Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class to allow time for shopping. Have your questions answered by the instructor and interact with other participants as you cook-along. While cooking along is loads of fun, it is optional. Participants will also receive a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes in PDF format following the class. This class will take place on Zoom.

In this advanced stand up paddleboarding class be prepared to step up your cadence and core strength! You will start with a brief onshore technique clinic and then paddle out to experiment with your new skills. Sign up with a friend or two and take advantage of summer lake time! Wear comfortable clothes. You may get wet. SUPs, PFDs and paddles will be provided. Bring your own if you'd prefer.

Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is everywhere! In this beginner class, you will first spend some time on land learning SUP safety and techniques. Then paddle into the bay and receive guidance on improving strokes and overall technique. Sign up with a friend or two and take advantage of summer lake time! Wear comfortable clothes. You may get wet. Paddleboards, PFDs and paddles will be provided.

Enjoy an evening of dancing and socializing with your friends! DJ Sabrina will provide the music and fun dancing activities! Wear something tropical or floral to celebrate the summer and dance the night away! There will be treats and games too.

Learn to surf! Coach Mike can teach you any trick you want, whether you've never tried it or want to learn some advanced moves. Wake surfing is extremely fun for everyone! There is almost no way you won't succeed! Mike has taught nearly 12,000 lessons to students ages 4 to 75 so if you have a passion for being on the water and want to learn the craze that has taken over lakes around the world this class is for you. You will get to surf a perfectly consistent wave behind a jaw-dropping 2023 NAUTIQUE G23 surf boat. Learn to glide across the beautiful waters of Lake Carlos with a low speed and low impact sport. You're guaranteed to have a great time! Everything you need is included. Now boarding... Hang Loose Minnesota!

Fly through the air on the newest thing to do behind a boat! Very much like wakesurfing, wakefoiling will challenge your balance and reward you with an absolutely magical experience. Instead of surfing along on the surface of the water, your goal is to "get on foil" which means you are actually gliding along on the wing of the board while you and the board hover 3 to 48 inches above the surface. Flying along on foil is exhilarating! Everything you need is included.

Artists are observers who see the world around them in different ways. Learning how to draw requires first learning to “look” without preconceptions. Students will practice the skill of observing and drawing from observation. In class you will experiment with a number of drawing techniques that have been used by artists for centuries. This class is geared toward beginners but is suitable for those who wish to refresh their drawing skills or just need a class for motivation to draw. All supplies provided by the instructor.

Yoga has so many health benefits for mind, body and spirit...especially in the beautiful gardens at the Legacy of the Lakes museum! Yoga equally strengthens and stretches, increasing flexibility and repairing muscles. It’s all about relaxing and allowing yourself and your body to have as much relaxation as you want. This time is for you - free of competition and comparison! Appropriate for all ages & fitness levels.