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  • "He Even Has Your Eyes" - Foreign Film (French)

    When French-African couple Paul and Sali discover the longed-for baby they are about to adopt is white, family chaos and confrontation ensue. Post-Film Discussion Leader - Dave Anderson
  • "On the Basis of Sex" - Documentary

    The true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights, and the early cases of a historic career that lead to her nomination and confirmation as U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice. Post-Film Discussion Leader - Shari Johnson
  • "Searching for Sugar Man" - Documentary

    Though he faded into obscurity in the US, an early 1970s musician known as Rodriguez became a huge hit in South Africa and was widely rumoured to have died. Two obsessed fans set out to learn the man's true fate. Post-Film Discussion Leader - Tom Obert
  • "The Chorus" - Foreign Film (French)

    The new teacher at a severely administered boys' boarding school works to positively affect the students' lives through music. Post-Film Discussion Leader - Tom Mulder
  • A Practical Computer Class for Older Adults - Online

    Have you taken computer classes before and been totally lost? Well, this unique class is for those who are looking for simple and practical instructions. Your patient instructor has trained 1000s of older adults with 4 and 5-star ratings! We will discuss the popular YouTube website that offers 1000s of free informative and entertaining videos, show a few email tips and tricks, demonstrate online shopping, visit AARP and other related websites for seniors, use some shortcut keys, and navigate Google Search to do research and get information. So, if you have been frustrated with other classes, consider taking this refreshing and informative computer class for older adults! Join us on Zoom!
  • AARP® Driver Safety 4 hr. Refresher Course

    The AARP® Driver Safety course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for drivers 50 and older. If you are 55 or older and have successfully completed the 8-hour course, then you are eligible to renew your insurance certificate by taking this 4-hour course. This 4-hour AARP® Driver Safety course is taught by trained AARP® volunteers. If you are an AARP® member, please choose the discounted rate option when registering.
  • AARP® Driver Safety 4 hr. Refresher Course

    The AARP® Driver Safety course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for drivers 50 and older. If you are 55 or older and have successfully completed the 8-hour course, then you are eligible to renew your insurance certificate by taking this 4-hour course. This 4-hour AARP® Driver Safety course is taught by trained AARP® volunteers. If you are an AARP® member, please choose the discounted rate option when registering.
  • AARP® Driver Safety 8 hr. Initial Course

    The AARP® Driver Safety course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for drivers 50 and older. Improve your driving skills during this initial 8-hour course over 2 days, and if you're 55 or older, get a 10%, three-year discount on your personal auto insurance. Contact your insurance agent for details on this discount. If you have successfully completed the 8-hour course, then you are eligible to renew your insurance certificate by taking the 4-hour course. By taking the driver safety course, drivers learn research-based safety strategies that can reduce the likelihood of having a crash. They include: Minnesota state-specific driving regulations; proper use of seat belt, air bags, antilock brakes and new technology found in vehicles today; the importance of eliminating distractions, such as eating, smoking, and using a cellphone; learn ways to manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time; and understand the effects of medications on driving. Instructors are trained volunteers with AARP®. If you are an AARP® member, please choose the discounted member option when registering.
  • Abdominal Strengtheners That Won't Stress Your Back or Neck - Online

    Abdominal muscles weaken and lose shape due to past pregnancies, surgeries, sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary and poor posture. Common abdominal exercises like crunches can place too much stress on back and neck joints. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal, WITHOUT stressing back or neck joints and WITHOUT getting on the floor. 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.
  • Acrylic Painting for All

    Acrylic painting is a versatile and exciting medium for beginner painters or anyone who loves to paint! Now you can learn what you actually need to know to start painting right away or continue your painting journey by creating art for your enjoyment. Your registration fee covers the cost of all the supplies you will need. This course from professional and local artist, Rachel Smith, is packed with the basic no-nonsense information you need to know to paint effectively in no time at all. You’ll learn about acrylic art supplies, basic acrylic techniques, and then, put those skills to use for a final painting called Spring Dragonflies. Warning - this course may cause side effects such as creative joy and a genuine painting addiction!
  • Acupressure and Other Tools for Women 35+ - Online

    Acupressure is an ancient healing art that can offer great relief, with no side effects, from symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, bloating, headaches, irritability, nausea, insomnia, anxiety and even weight gain. Learn which points balance hormone levels naturally, including thyroid hormones. Acupressure is a wonderful self-help tool that will help you feel your best. We will discuss breathing techniques, nutritional musts, and more. 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.
  • Adult Lap Swim

    Discovery Middle School's 8 lane, 25-yard pool is a great space for a morning workout. Adult Lap Swim is a non lifeguarded swim with key fob entrance for registered adults, 18 years old+ . Registered swimmers are issued a key fob for entrance approximately 7-10 days after registration. Monday-Friday, 5:00-7:00am Closed: New Year’s Eve Day, New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
  • Adult Recreational Pickleball League (Level 3.4 & under)

    This pickleball league is for recreational players only, that are just starting out but are not proficient at all of the shots and strategies in playing the game of pickleball. Your ranking would be 3.4 and under if you have a ranking. 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!
  • Adult Recreational Pickleball League (Level 3.4 & under)

    This pickleball league is for recreational players only, that are just starting out but are not proficient at all of the shots and strategies in playing the game of pickleball. Your ranking would be 3.4 and under if you have a ranking. 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!
  • Adult Recreational Pickleball League (Level 3.4 & under)

    This pickleball league is for recreational players only, that are just starting out but are not proficient at all of the shots and strategies in playing the game of pickleball. Your ranking would be 3.4 and under if you have a ranking. 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!
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    Alexandria Cribbage Social

    Alexandria Community Education in collaboration with Grand Arbor have teamed up to offer a Senior Cribbage Social! Participants must be over 50 years old. Team up with someone and enter your team of 2 people. Space is limited so don't wait to register. Awards will be given to the top two teams.
  • Art in the Garden

    Connect with nature in a new way through this outdoor drawing experience. Your time in the Legacy of the Lakes Museum Garden will provide you with an opportunity to take a deep breath and express yourself while sketching in the outdoors. You will use your sketchbook and your medium of choice.This class will focus on rendering plants, trees, flowers, water, buildings, people and more. You will have personal attention as you work while using your favorite medium. Stroll the pathways of the Legacy Gardens and find yourself surrounded by beautiful landscaping, water-features and flower beds.
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    Awesome Athletes

    Come join Alexandria Public Schools Community Education in collaboration with the Windmill Project for fun and sports! Awesome Athletes provides individuals with special needs a time to try out different sports and meet new friends! The Windmill Project Each participant gets one support person included with their registration. Additional family members welcome but must register. This program is offered free to the special needs community by the generous support and sponsorship by local businesses.
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    Basic East Coast Swing for Couples

    Have fun learning this basic dance step of the big band era. The popular East Coast swing dance is adaptable to 50's, country and popular music. This class is for adult beginners. The registration fee is per couple.
  • Basic Sign Language

    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.
  • Beginning Pickleball Clinic

    Have you heard of Pickleball and wondered what it was all about? It's America's fastest growing sport because anyone can play it! Here's your chance to learn the basics including play, rules, and etiquette. This clinic will get you started on a sport that is enjoyed by adults of all ages...so be sure to sign up with a friend. Rackets and balls will be provided. Class size is limited so sign up today!
  • California Sushi Roll Extravaganza Cook-along - Online

    When it comes to actual sushi that is made with sushi grade raw fish such as salmon or tuna wrapped in rice and seaweed, the sushi tolerance spectrum runs from a very strong “YES” or a very strong “NO” with little wiggle room in between. Enter California “sushi” Rolls that overwhelmingly turn a strong no into a strong yes! Join Tess as she walks you through how to make a variety of the most marvelous California rolls that will make you wonder why you haven’t tried to make your own before. California “sushi” roll combinations are only limited by your imagination! Make them vegetarian, with or without seaweed, spicy or not, it is totally up to you! 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.
  • Certificate in Web Design - Online

    Online users say a website’s design is the number one criteria for deciding whether a company is credible or not, according to recent research. Understanding what it takes to produce effective web design is essential in today’s market of highly saturated digital competition. First discover the basics of web design using HTML and CSS. No prior knowledge of HTML or web design is required. After the first course you will have the info you need to plan and design effective web pages. Then find out how to create effective and dynamic websites/applications. Take away a functioning web application hosted on a web server that is both accessible and Search Engine Optimized. Finally, learn about responsive design process, advanced layout and design features. Plus explore industry standard technologies and frameworks. This 3-Course Certificate must be taken in the following order: Introduction to Web Design: 2/5/2024 - 3/1-2024 Intermediate Web Design: 3/4/2024 - 3/29/24 Advanced Web Design: 4/1/2024 - 4/26/2024 You can participate any time of day or evening. The online classroom is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no live real-time requirements or meetings. You decide when you participate.
  • Color Theory

    If colorful plants inspire you to learn how to mix any and every shade under the sun, we hope you’ll join our expedition into the fascinating world of color. Dive deep into color theory, color mixing, color blending, and color matching. The instructor will provide demonstrations of relevant techniques and answer questions and provide feedback. All levels are welcome! Whether you paint, use pastels, colored pencils or draw this class will up your understanding of color. We will be using Faber Castell Polychromos Colored Pencils however, you can apply the concepts to any colored pencil brand with which you’d like to bring to class.