Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

This advanced dog obedience class will teach you how to control your dog off leash. It will build on the basic commands of heel, sit, stay and come and will add a command for lay down and will teach a dog to recall and come to heel. This class is only for dogs who attended our Dog Obedience course and only for those dogs that are doing very well with basic obedience while on a leash. Week 1: Recap of Basic Obedience and evaluation of the dogs Week 2: Heeling and sitting off lead Week 3: Down and stay off lead Week 4: Recall and trouble-shooting for all the above commands.

Have you ever seen Deaf people signing with each other or seen an interpreter working and wished you knew sign language as well? Now’s your chance to learn! This 4-session class will give you the foundation you need to comfortably start a conversation with a Deaf person as well as give you the tools to continue learning more sign language even after the course is done. Sign up with your friends and family so you can learn to communicate in ASL together! The only requirements for kids to attend are that they are able to read and be accompanied by a parent/adult.

This is a basic obedience course that will be held outdoors for dogs 12 weeks of age and older. The commands covered will be Heel, Sit, Stay, Come and No. But more importantly, it will teach you about dog behavior and training basics so you can continue with your training long after this class is over. The first class is for you only, no need to bring your dog. Your dog will join you for the last four classes. Class size is limited, so register today!

Discover a new way to relax in the beautiful Legacy of the Lakes Garden and reduce stress through sound meditation. This session uses the gentle tones of crystal singing bowls to create a peaceful and supportive environment to inspire surrender & healing. Learn simple breathing techniques to calm your body and mind, leaving you feeling refreshed and centered. All are welcome, regardless of experience.

T-Budding is an easy to learn method for propagating many trees, shrubs and ornamental plants. Bud grafting is the preferred method for propagating many plants. Budding is commonly used with roses, but is equally successful with apples, pears, plums and many other plants. You will learn the T-budding method, how to tell if your bud graft has been successful and how to care for your bud grafted plant. Each participant will have the opportunity to T-bud one tree.

Going to the lake is a time-honored Minnesota tradition and cabins and cottages wait on the water’s edge to welcome their owner's home. From “Swiss” chalets to log cabins to colonial cottages, this talk explores 150 years of cottage evolution in Minnesota.

Design and make your own canoe paddle from scratch. Choose your own design, Beavertail, Ottertail, Algonquin or Voyageur, and which types of wood to use. Over the course of 3 days, you will shape the paddle—the same way artisans have been making paddles for centuries. No previous woodworking skills are required and all tools will be provided. Course will be led by Urban Boat Builders.