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  • *NEW* Acrylic Pouring: Beach Wave (age 16+)

    Join us for a fun evening learning how to create fun and easy fluid art. Instead of paint brushes we will use gravity to move the paint and different techniques to create two ocean-inspired pours. It’s a lot of fun (and somewhat addicting) and a great way to spark your creative energy. You will create two 8” x 8” canvases and transport home in a provided tray. Your final piece will change during transportation and when it is completely dry.
  • *NEW* Acupressure & Other Tools for Women 35+ (Virtual)

    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.
  • *NEW* Door County

    Enjoy a trip to Door County! Monday, October 7 - Thursday, October 10 Price: Double Room Occupancy: $1,075 per person $200 initial deposit, plus payments of $218.75 due on April 19, May 19, June 19 and July 19 Single Room Occupancy: $1,360 $200 initial deposit, plus payment of $290 due on April 19, May 19, June 19 and July 19 *Rooms have 2 beds. If you need a handicap room, please let us know. Price Includes: Deluxe motor coach transportation, lodging for 3 nights and meals (as indicated C-Coffee, B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner). Gratuities on included meals and attractions. Registration deadline is June 21. A $200 deposit is due by June 21. No refunds after this date. A refund requested any time before June 21 will incur a $50 cancellation fee, per person. Final payment due July 19. Travel insurance is available through Travel Guard. 1-800-826-1300 or online at www.Travelguard.com Itinerary: DAY 1 - Monday: 7:15 am depart MAYC; 7:30 a.m. depart Circle Pines and have lunch at 2510 Restaurant in Wausau. Enter "The Door" and sense the transformation to a different lifestyle. Check into Best Western Maritime Inn in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin for three nights. There is an elevator, indoor pool, hot tub and fitness room. A group dinner is included. [C,L,D] DAY 2 - Tuesday: Have breakfast at the hotel and meet your Door County tour guide. In Northport, WI, board the Washington Island Ferry. Take the five-mile ride across the once-treacherous waters of Death’s Door, where Green Bay and Lake Michigan meet. Once ashore on Washington Island, embark on a tour with sightseeing hosted by the 600 residents who call the island home. Visit some attractions and have lunch. Ferry back to Northport and visit the Lavender Shop in Ephraim. Have a relaxing dinner at an area restaurant. [B,L,D] DAY 3 - Wednesday: After breakfast, your guide will take you to the hand-carved Norwegian Bjorklunden Chapel. Have lunch at Al Johnson's Restaurant. This unique complex of buildings from Sweden invites exploration. The sod roof is kept well-trimmed by goats. This afternoon tour Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. It is perched on a bluff 76 feet above Green Bay’s glistening waters. Hear stories of the keepers who manned the light from 1868 to 1926. It is furnished with original and authentic period antiques. Tonight, a Fish Boil dinner is included, then spend the evening at Peninsula Players Theatre. It is America’s oldest professional resident summer theater. [B,L,D] DAY 4 - Thursday: Have breakfast and tour the Door County Maritime Museum. It covers the history of boat and shipbuilding for over 150 years, and contains antique ship equipment, recovered sunken artifacts and other sailing items, logs and charts. Have lunch and return to Circle Pines by early evening. [B,L]
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  • *NEW* Duluth Vista Fleet Cruise and Lunch

    Enjoy Duluth this summer! Both on the way up and on the way back, we'll make a stop at Tobies in Hinckley (on your own), apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, ice cream and more! Time permitting our first look at Duluth will be on the Skyline Drive overlooking the city and Lake Superior. We'll then board the Vista Star for just over an hour harbor cruise. Lunch will be at the Blackwoods Restaurant. Choose between a chicken pot pie or meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy. Each come with cornbread and a non-alcoholic beverage. We will leave Duluth at 3:30. We know this will fill up fast, so there are two dates to choose from, June 18 and 20. The itinerary is identical. Deadline to register is May 10. No refunds after May 10.
  • *NEW* Easy Lavender Days - Painting

    Join us for a fun-filled evening as we create an acrylic painting on a 16" x 20” canvas. Participants enjoy a no-experience-required art class directed by Your Bearded Artist who guides participants step-by-step through recreating Easy Lavender Days.
  • *NEW* Grown Up & Me - Owl Always Love You Painting (youth 6+/adult 16+ pair)

    Youth 6+ and Adult 16+ pair Join us for a fun-filled morning as we create an acrylic painting on two 8" x 10” canvases. This class is designed for two painters, each painting one-half of a masterpiece. Participants enjoy a no-experience-required art class directed by Your Bearded Artist who will guide you step-by-step through recreating Owl Always Love You-My Grown Up & Me. Please only put one person's name in your cart. The name of your painting partner will be asked during the checkout process.
  • *NEW* It's a Small World - Macro & Close-Up Photography

    Did you know bees have fur? When we look closer at the things around us a whole new world opens up. Using our cameras to photograph subjects close up allows us to create amazing photos of things that we walk by every day. These can be flowers in the garden, berries on a bush, vegetables in the garden, insects, moss, etc. Macro and close-up photography allows us to capture the fine details of the world around us. What is even better is that this type of photography can take place at any time of the day. During this class, we will discuss some of the techniques that we can use to capture some fantastic close-up images. There will be plenty of hands-on exercises to help you feel confident that you will be able to continue to capture close-up images on your own. Contrary to what YouTubers have to say, you don’t need a lot of specialized equipment or lighting to take these types of photos. Certainly, things like macro lenses help, but great results are possible using a telephoto zoom lens or making use of extension tubes. As part of the class, Don will discuss equipment and demonstrate its usage. We will start the day at Rice Lake Elementary (9-10:15 approx), then we will head over to Wargo Nature Center for the remainder of class.
  • *NEW* Millner Heritage Vineyard and Winery (21+)

    Enter into the Millner Heritage Vineyard and Winery in Kingston, MN with us. This European-style winery was designed, built and operated by the Millner family. We will learn about the cold, hearty grapes they grow, take in the view of the nine-acre estate, and hear and see their wine-making process from start to finish. After our tour, we will have lunch at the vineyard, which will include a chicken entrée, potato, vegetable, bread, coffee and cookie. During the meal service, we will enjoy a wine-tasting presentation. You will have time to make personal purchases from the winery. On our way home, we will make a stop at the retail building for Deer Lake Orchard where we can purchase a variety of apples, fresh pies, caramel treats and more. Registration includes transportation in a motor coach, guided tour and lunch. Dessert is on your own. Registration deadline July 12, no refunds thereafter.
  • *NEW* Outdoor Barn Quilt Painting Class

    Grab your friends and family and gather to create a beautiful barn quilt pattern on 24” x 24” treated plywood. These are perfect to hang outdoors on your home, barn, or fence. Choose your own design from a variety of patterns and get creative by selecting your own color palette.
  • *NEW* Photographing Late Summer Flowers - Instructor Led Hike

    One of the best times of the year to photograph flowers is the month of August. There are so many different subjects to choose from, and the colors can be so vibrant. The fun part is that there are so many interesting ways to photograph flowers. We can take a wide landscape approach, isolate a small set of flowers, capture close-ups, capture motions, use flowers as an accent for another subject and so much more. The possibilities are endless. This class is for all levels of photographer, and levels of equipment. Yes, even cell phones can be used to capture great images of flowers. Meeting location will be sent upon registration.
  • *NEW* Salsa Dance Lesson

    Please do not register online -this information is listed here for your information only. Just show up at the park. When: Thursday, August 1 from 5:30-6:15 pm Price: $5/cash payable to the instructor when you arrive. Learn to Salsa dance. Then, practice your Salsa dance skills afterwards at 7 pm at the Salsa del Soul performance as part of our Music on the Lake - It’s Golden event.
  • *NEW* Wild Mushrooms 101

    Are you interested in learning how to identify and forage for wild mushrooms? Join mushroom identification and foraging expert, Ariel Bonkoski, for a class on basic mushroom knowledge, how to identify your wild mushroom finds, learn about some common edible mushrooms in our area, as well as toxic species to know, and how to continue your mushroom journey. You will have some hands-on experience with wild mushrooms that Ariel will bring. Please bring paper and pen to takes notes if you wish.
  • 32nd Annual Golden Lake Gallop

    Join us for the 32nd Annual Golden Lake Gallop on Saturday, August 10 at Golden Lake Park in Circle Pines. The Gallop is open to runners and walkers of all ages. Those who prefer 5K and 10K races, use one or both of the Gallop races to develop different paces. This is a fun run – no age group divisions. Recognition for top three finishers of each gender in the two, four and .5 mile runs. Race check in at Golden Lake Park Pavilion one, 53 W. Golden Lake Rd. Circle Pines. Gallop Coordinators: Ryan and Mike Evans Entry Fees: $22 with t-shirt or $12 run only Please include t-shirt size when registering. Proceeds help support the Centennial High School Cross Country program. To guarantee a t-shirt, participant must pre-register at least one (1) week before race. Limited amount of extra shirts available on race day, first come first served. Registrations taken the day of the event; however, pre-registration preferred. #8500 Schedule: 8:30 am 4-mile run Twice around the lake 9:30 am 2-mile run/walk Once around the lake. Ages 13+, or 12 and under accompanied by an adult 10 am 1/2 mile fun run Ages 11 and younger. Course runs around the Golden Lake Park.
  • 55+ Driver Discount Program: 4-Hour Refresher

    The Driver Discount Program is a state approved, accident prevention/insurance discount class. Classes are taught by a MN Highway Safety & Research Center certified instructor. Participants will be provided the latest information in regards to driver and traffic safety, new vehicle technology and updates with traffic laws. This class has something for everyone. Those completing the course qualify for a 10% discount on their auto-insurance premiums for three years.
  • Adult Open Volleyball

    Drop in for a night of volleyball at Centennial Middle School. $7 drop in fee payable at the door. Please bring clean, dry court shoes. DO NOT REGISTER HERE! Information listed here is FYI only so you can see the dates. This is a pay-at-the-door drop-in activity.
  • Boot Camp/Core Fitness

    Morning Class - Open to all fitness levels. Classes will train both cardio and strength using timed, high-intensity intervals. There will also be a focus on building core muscle groups while improving posture through a variety of exercises that strengthen the abdomen and back muscles and increase flexibility. Modifications will be offered to assure success for all participants.
  • Cinnamon Swirl Breadmaking & Dining Experience

    Join Smoland Prairie Homestead Inn proprietor, Virginia Hennessey, for a quaint rural Wisconsin bread making and dining experience. Begin your afternoon or evening by mixing, kneading and preparing your bread. As it rises, enjoy hors d'oeuvres and wine on the porch; Once your bread is ready for the pan and to begin its next rise, your host will serve homemade lunch or dinner. Finally, it's time for the oven. While your bread bakes, enjoy coffee and dessert, and leave with your warm loaf of cinnamon swirl bread and the recipe to make again later. Cost includes all supplies, meal and beverage.
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  • Foot Care Clinic

    We are hosting Jessica Lyall, a mobile nurse specializing in foot care to provide private, individual, 45-minute foot care sessions. Some of the services Jessica can provide include toenail trimming, filing down thick nails, removing corns, filing calluses, diabetic foot assessment, circulation assessment, fungal nails, non-infected ingrown nails, performing a shoe assessment if needed, and making any recommendations for certain skin conditions or foot ailments. Jessica does not sell any products but can make recommendations for various products if needed. The room we are utilizing will be designed to provide privacy. If you have any questions in advance of registering for a session, please contact Community Education and we can also pass along any specific inquiries to Jessica if needed. Select your 45 minute private session during the time-frame listed.
  • Four Successful Strategies to Protect the House Farm, Cabin (Virtual)

    The Concern: Our family has a cabin, homestead, hunting land, farm or second home. How do we protect this family legacy and move its use and enjoyment in the future? The Problem: Various sources and forces threaten its very existence: The nursing home and Medicaid (MA), estate taxes, family divorces, creditor and bankruptcy issues, taxes and operating expenses, unequal resources of owners, the in-laws, and use and enjoyment equality. The Answer: We will provide real-life solutions and explore four paths to resolution that will solve our problems without driving the family apart or sacrificing the family’s legacy asset. A Zoom link will be sent to the email used for registration. If registering as a couple, only select one person during the registration process. The name of your partner will be asked as a question during checkout.
  • How to Pay for the Nursing Home: An Attorney's Perspective

    We all come into the world with nothing and leave with nothing. The biggest fear for most baby boomers is how to pay for the nursing home and still leave the next generation something. With ever changing estate planning laws and great increases in nursing home costs the fear is real. In today’s world you need to understand what your options are. Is long term care insurance for you? What about home care? Should you gift your money away? Will you qualify for Medicaid? What about a current Trust, does it avoid the nursing home? What is the 60-month claw back? What if your spouse goes into the nursing home and exhausts your combined money? Walk through these questions and many more, including how to plan and place your assets to meet your nursing home goals. If registering as a couple, only add one person to your cart. The name of your partner will be asked during the checkout process.
  • How to Retire: An Attorney's Perspective

    You work your whole career with the goal of someday retiring. This seminar covers the crucial years leading up to your retirement date, the active years of your retirement, and the winding down of your retirement years. Subjects will include: Estate planning while working, during retirement and at the end of life When to take your Social Security Key financial products and service available in the market (Medicaid compliant annuities, Long Term Care Insurance, Life Insurance Long Term Care Riders) What to look for in a professional (Financial Advisor, CFP, RIA, Fiduciary) The final plans before the end, what can be too little too late. Please bring your questions, this class is an interactive forum. If registering as a couple, only add one person to your cart. The name of your partner will be asked as a question during the checkout process.
  • Intermediate Pickleball Clinic

    This clinic is for players that already know the game of pickleball. Learn how to be a more strategic player. You'll gain a greater ability to force your opponents to make a mistake by learning how to hit un-attackable shots and by developing a third shot drop. You'll also improve your soft game at the “winner's line” and learn how to effectively use the block volley. Plus, we will teach you advanced doubles play strategies while giving you constructive in-game coaching advice. Players will need to have their own equipment.
  • MN Twins Baseball Game

    Come out and cheer on our boys of summer, as the MN Twins take on the Philadelphia Phillies. Our seats are in section 203, along the first base line. We do have some accessible seats available, please let us know if you need to reserve an accessible seat. We plan to arrive around 11:15 am for the noon game, so you'll have some time to explore before the game begins. We will depart after 10 innings if the game runs long. Youth with an adult are welcome to attend. Fee includes transportation and game ticket. Please register by June 24. No refunds after June 24. Pick up/drop off at The Rookery Activity Center. Return time is approximate.
  • Medicare 101

    Planning for Medicare is intimidating. If you or a family member is nearing the age of 65, you should plan on attending this course to learn the basics of what Medicare is, how it works, how to avoid penalties, and what you need to know to prepare yourself for this process. If registering as a couple, only select one person at time of registration. The name of your significant other will be asked as a question during checkout.