Baklava is a traditional pastry dessert that is known for its sweet, rich flavor and flaky texture. Cook alongside instructor Mimi who is passionate about cooking and loves to share her knowledge. Prepare flavorful and easy-to-learn baklava to take home and bake yourself. Hands-on class with samples provided. Supply fee of $20 due to the instructor at class.

Salsa is a popular, energetic, sexy dance with origins in Cuba and Puerto Rico. It is considered one of the more difficult Latin dances due in part to the music's fast tempos, but with a little practice, you will soon be having a blast on the dance floor! In contrast, merengue is considered the easiest of the Latin dances. The basic steps and rhythms are relatively simple, allowing many fun moves to be incorporated in a short amount of time! If possible, please wear closed-toed shoes without rubber soles.

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.

It's time to hit the dance floor to Bruno Mars' latest hit! This line dancing night is all about fun, laughter, and good ol' funky vibes. No partner? No problem! Line dancing is all about moving together, so bring your friends or come solo and join the fun. By the end of the night, you'll be toe-tappin', heel-kickin', and grinnin' ear to ear. Just show up in comfy shoes and a can-do attitude—we'll handle the rest.

This class is designed to help you understand the basics of estate planning so you can consider the options that make the most sense for your specific situation. You will learn what to consider when creating a will, the benefits of trusts in estate planning, how to help reduce taxes on estates and how insurance can help protect your family.

Indulge in the rich flavors of Dubai with Mimi's signature chocolate pistachio kunafa cookies, combining the crunch of pistachios, the sweetness of chocolate chips and the unique texture of kunafa. In this hands-on cooking class, learn the secrets of Dubai-inspired baking and take home a batch of freshly baked cookies. Supply fee of $20 due to the instructor at class.

The word “Mezze” refers to what we all know as finger foods and dips. Many Mediterranean meals consist of a variety of “mezze” items that come together creating the most wonderful flavors, tastes and textures. Learn how to bring warmth, color, and the flavors of the Mediterranean to your fall and winter gatherings with this festive Mediterranean mezze cook-along class where Chef Tess (a descendant of Spartans) will guide you through creating a stunning mezze-style charcuterie board, perfect for sharing or seasonal entertaining any time of year. The mezze-style charcuterie board will include four delicious scratch-made dips, warm-spiced, bright Greek meatballs, and handmade pita bread. Mezze boards / platters will be rounded out with an array of fresh and pickled vegetables, olives, fruit and nuts for a vibrant crowd—pleasing spread! The board, platter, or table becomes the canvas upon which we create an edible work of art! Cook-Along mezze items: Silky whipped feta & tzatziki dips, Greek Meatballs, homemade pita bread Mezze items to be demonstrated: Muhamarra (a smoky red pepper dip), Greek hummus and time permitting, some crispy, Greek sesame bread sticks. The demonstration will also include how to build the board balancing the colors, textures and flavors, and how to build interest and visual appeal with using height and practical items found in every kitchen. This experience is all about bold delicious flavors, beautiful presentations, and the joy of gathering around food—Mediterranean style. Equipment: A food processor or blender is needed for the creation of the Whipped feta. Stand mixer recommended for the pita bread. Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together.

Step behind the screen and learn the art of storytelling! This beginner-friendly program teaches students how to become confident, creative Dungeons & Dragons Game Masters. In our single-session workshop, students will cover the basics—how to run a game, guide players, and create fun, fair encounters.

This class combines Vinyasa and Yin yoga, beginning with a gentle flow of standing postures for strength and balance, followed by deeply relaxing, long-held seated and lying stretches. The instructor emphasizes alignment and provides modifications for a low-impact, joint-safe practice suitable for all levels. Benefits include reduced stress, better sleep, and overall well-being. No prior experience is needed. Blocks and straps are provided.Bring to Class: mat, blanket, and water bottle.

Tired of feeling like a prisoner to your autoimmune disease? Ready to fight back and reclaim your energy and vitality? In this empowering, hope-filled class, discover how powerful diet and lifestyle changes can calm inflammation, heal leaky gut, balance your immune system, and help bring your symptoms under control — sometimes even into remission. Learn the hidden triggers (like gluten, seed oils, and nutrient gaps) and the healing foods and habits that can truly make a difference. You’ll leave with practical tools to reduce pain, brain fog, and fatigue so you can get your life back — naturally!

One of the most important aspects of life is communication, whether it occurs within our bodies, in relationships, through social media, on street signs, in training programs at work, or in other means; communication provides the order and understanding necessary for productive, safe, and fulfilling lives. However, most people are not taught how to communicate effectively, and even fewer are taught how to handle the inevitable conflicts that arise from it. In this course, you'll learn how to effectively communicate with others in various relationships and settings, as well as how to solve problems instead of exacerbating or ignoring them.

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the ukulele to give you years of musical enjoyment and you won't have to take private lessons to do this. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online recorded follow up lessons, a recording of the class, and also access to optional live periodic question & answer sessions at no additional cost. Class is online using Zoom and is partly hands on and partly lecture/demonstration.

Join instructor Daniel Fritz from Minnesota Drum School where you will learn beyond the fundamentals of how to play the drum set. This class will focus on how to play in different time signatures and in a range of styles including rock, jazz, funk, R&B and world. We will also explore lesser known rudiments and subdivisions. Previous experience isn’t a requirement for this class, although it might be helpful. Practice pads and sticks are provided.

Medical terminology is the first step to any career in the medical field or simply to understand your family's medical visits. No prior experience is necessary. This highly specialized language involves word building with root words, prefixes, suffixes, and abbreviations. You will leave with a solid foundation of medical language, as well as basic medical billing and coding terminology. After submitting and passing an open-book exam included in the workbook you receive in class, you will earn a Certificate of Completion. This comprehensive course is taught by longtime educator LeeAnne Krusemark, and credentialed medical professional Vanessa Grinnell, RRT.