Minnetonka Community Educationhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/courses2024-03-29T05:58:53-05:00Track & Field Tykeshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10823/winter-spring-2024/track-field-tykes2024-03-19T00:00:00-05:00<p>Discover the basics of running, jumping, and throwing with emphasis on technique. Join tailored activities to boost athletic ability. </p><p>Participants should bring a water bottle and wear athletic shoes. Parent participation is recommended when needed for ages 3+.</p>Introduction to Track & Fieldhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10822/winter-spring-2024/introduction-to-track-field2024-03-19T00:00:00-05:00<p>Experience the introductory training of track and field with sprinting, javelin, shot put, relay, jumping, and distance running, emphasizing on technique. Camp includes various tailored activities to enhance performance. Participants should bring water and athletic shoes</p>Tour de Tonka Apparelhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10820/summer-2024/tour-de-tonka-apparel2024-03-18T00:00:00-05:00<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);">The following items are available for purchase online. </span></strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);">Scroll to the bottom of the page and click 'enroll now' to purchase items.</span></strong></p><hr>
<p style="text-align: center;"></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><strong>SHIPPING:</strong></span> If you choose to have your item shipped, please allow 5-7 business days for your item to arrive. If you are picking your item up from the Minnetonka Community Ed Center, your item will be located at the front desk. (Minnetonka Community Ed Center, 4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331)</p><hr><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(79, 129, 189);"><strong>QUESTIONS:</strong> </span>If you have any questions or concerns about your purchase please email <strong><a href="mailto:anna.oasheim@minnetonkaschools.org">anna.oasheim@minnetonkaschools.org</a>.</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1710525818_129112.png"></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1710526732_129112.png"></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1710524124_129112.png"></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt=""><img alt="" style='font-family: "Lucida Grande", "Lucidia Sans", Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;'></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p>Rubik's Cube Solving for Beginnershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10815/winter-spring-2024/rubik-s-cube-solving-for-beginners2024-03-18T08:00:00-05:00<p>Want to learn how to solve the Rubik's cube but don't know know where to start? Learn in a step-by-step, hands-on environment. Cubes, handouts and instruction will be provided and the students will get to keep their cube at the end of the class.</p><p>This is an excellent activity for busy hands and curious minds that teaches problem solving, persistence and memory recall. </p><p>The class is meant for beginners - it isn't speed cubing yet, but a great step towards it!</p>Mahjongg for Beginnershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10828/summer-2024/mahjongg-for-beginners2024-03-13T00:00:00-05:00<p>Mahjongg is a captivating game with a rich history and diverse variations. Get 6 weeks of specialized instruction from our Mahjongg master teacher. This course will start at the very basic steps and teach you through the strategies of playing the game. You'll be playing with your friends in no time. All equipment will be provided. Join us and immerse yourself in the timeless tradition of Mahjongg!</p>Mahjongg for Beginnershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10817/winter-spring-2024/mahjongg-for-beginners2024-03-13T00:00:00-05:00<p>Mahjongg is a captivating game with a rich history and diverse variations. Get 6 weeks of specialized instruction from our Mahjongg master teacher. This course will start at the very basic steps and teach you through the strategies of playing the game. You'll be playing with your friends in no time. All equipment will be provided. Join us and immerse yourself in the timeless tradition of Mahjongg!</p>Babysitter Traininghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10636/summer-2024/babysitter-training—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn leadership, safety, basic care, first aid and rescue skills to become the best-certified babysitter on the block! </p><p><br>Must be 11-16 years of age. Please bring a lunch, a snack and a beverage to class. Certification received: American Red Cross Babysitter Training Certificate (does not expire). Students receive a babysitter pack with a handbook, CD, activities and first aid kit.</p>Babysitter Traininghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10010/winter-spring-2024/babysitter-training—12023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn leadership, safety, basic care, first aid and rescue skills to become the best-certified babysitter on the block! </p><p><br>Must be 11-16 years of age. Please bring a lunch, a snack and a beverage to class. Certification received: American Red Cross Babysitter Training Certificate (does not expire). Students receive a babysitter pack with a handbook, CD, activities and first aid kit.</p>Minnetonka Boys High School Volleyballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10221/winter-spring-2024/minnetonka-boys-high-school-volleyball2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Be part of the 5th annual high school boys volleyball season in Minnesota! </p><p>We will support a Varsity and JV team for this season and compete against other local high schools in matches, tournaments, and playoffs.</p><p>Tryouts for boys in grades 7-12 will be Sunday 3/10 and Thursday 3/14 in the MME Large Gym from 7-9 pm.</p><p>Season Fee: $469. This fee covers a team shirt, team and player fees, tournament fees and administrative costs. </p><p>Practices will be held at MHS on Mondays and Wednesdays. <a href="https://www.mnboyshighschoolvolleyball.com/">Click here</a> for more info on the Minnesota Boys High School League. The Minnetonka High School Boys Volleyball match schedule can be found <a href="https://www.mnboyshighschoolvolleyball.com/schedule/team_instance/6057858?subseason=730360" style="background-color: initial;">HERE</a> close to the start of the season.</p><p>Boys volleyball will be a sanctioned high school sport in the 2024-2025 school year.</p>Cardio Sculpt Corehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10798/winter-spring-2024/cardio-sculpt-core2024-03-08T00:00:00-06:00<p>Optimize your workout with this new blend of Tiffany's already phenomenal classes. Combining the up-beat energy of cardio, with the strength building essentials of sculpt gives you a full body fitness session. Weights provided at class. Please bring your own mat and water bottle.</p>Balance Your Hormoneshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10801/summer-2024/balance-your-hormones2024-03-06T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how hormones change throughout your seasons of life and how to keep them optimally balanced at every stage. </p><hr><p>Menopause can be a difficult transition for women, but it doesn't have to be. Learn how to be proactive as well as manage the many symptoms that can occur during perimenopause and menopause. </p>Optimizing Brain Healthhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10799/summer-2024/optimizing-brain-health2024-03-06T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn different lifestyle factors that can be used to improve cognitive health at any age!</p><hr><p>Topics include nutrition/supplementation, exercise, stress management, sleep hygiene, brain stimulation activities, and supporting optimal metabolic processes in the body/brain.</p>Thyroid: What You Should Knowhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10800/summer-2024/thyroid-what-you-should-know2024-03-06T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn about the thyroid gland, what your thyroid hormones do and why you still might be having symptoms even after being told your labs are 'normal'. </p><hr><p>Thyroid disorders impact health on every level. Learn what the lab markers mean and how to identify different patterns of dysfunction as well as manage the symptoms and correct the causes.</p>My7on7 Football Passing Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10771/winter-spring-2024/my7on7-football-passing-league2024-02-21T13:00:00-06:00<p>Step into the future of football with our exciting co-ed youth 7on7 league! This engaging program offers a minimal contact experience for children from Kindergarten through 8th grade. You will have the chance to learn and develop your football skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while savoring the joys of football in the spring season.</p><p>Dates: Saturday, April 13th, and Sundays: April 14th, 21st, 28th, and *May 5th.<br>Time: Between 2:00pm – 7:00pm (Each session lasts approximately 1-1.5 hours per occurrence and will include 2 games. Exact schedules for each grade will be determined closer to the kick-off date.)<br>Games will be played on the Minnetonka High School Football Field<br>Age Divisions. K - 2nd grade: Flag Football (7-on-7) 3rd to 8th grade: Touch Football (7-on-7)<br>Registration Fees: Kindergarten: $55 (Jersey & Flags Included) Grades 1-8 (Jersey Included) $125 Regular Rate December 1st – March 15th at 11:59pm. $175 Late Registration Rate after 3/15/24 (based on availability)</p><p>Soft shell helmets are required and can be purchased or rented<strong style="background-color: initial;"><em> during the registration process with My7on7</em></strong>. All participants are required to wear mouth guards during participation.</p><p><strong>SPECIAL REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:</strong> Please note that Spring 7on7 Football Registration with Community Education/My7on7.requires <strong>2 STEPS!</strong> STEP 1 - Complete Community Education Online Enrollment (along with payment). STEP 2 - Complete the My7on7 Player Information and Waiver Form via the link included in your confirmation email from Community Education. <strong>Players are not registered for Spring My7on7 until STEP 1 AND STEP 2 have been </strong><strong>completed!</strong> Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to introduce your child to the future of football. Sign up today and be a part of the action!</p><p><strong>BONUS: Register EARLY and get 3 FREE Training Sessions ($90 Value)</strong></p><p>Complete both registration steps before March 1st for the opportunity to participate in 3 pre-season training sessions led by Grind Sports Performance Training and the My7on7 Youth Football Academy (YFA) on March 2nd, 9th, & 16th. Details will be included in the registration confirmation from My7on7.<br>*Teams will compete on May 5th in the My7on7 State Championship at Stillwater High School. Soft shell helmets are required and can be purchased or rented<strong><em> during the registration process with My7on7</em></strong>. All participants are required to wear mouth guards during participation.<br><br>Join the Team: We're looking for volunteer head coaches to make this experience even more memorable!</p>2024 Annual CEND Conferencehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10770/winter-spring-2024/2024-annual-cend-conference2024-02-14T00:00:00-06:00<p>Registration for the 2024 CEND Conference CAVE of Wonders Friday, April 26th, 9am-4pm, Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center 8395 127th Street E.</p><p>Hastings, MN 55033, Breakfast, Lunch, Drinks and Snacks included. </p>Summer Touch-up Music Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10288/summer-2024/summer-touch-up-music-lessons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>These 3-week, 45-minute lessons are designed for students that were in the 2023-24 school orchestra, band, or in the year-long private lesson program. Lessons can be scheduled online or in-person starting the week of July 8.</p><p>Please bring in your instrument besides piano for in-person lessons. </p><p>Lessons can be scheduled during the daytime or early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time by early July.</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the Youth Programs office at 952-401-6801. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Lesson Types: Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Bass Clarinet</strong></p>Music Sampler Lessons at Excelsiorhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10334/summer-2024/music-sampler-lessons-at-excelsior2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you interested in playing more than one instrument? This 8-week summer sampler program is designed to explore music lessons in different combinations of instruments and help you choose the instrument you want to study during the following school year. </p><p>Weekly 45-minute lessons will start the week of June 17 with no lessons the week of July 1. Please bring in your instrument besides piano. </p><p>Lessons can be scheduled during the daytime and early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time in early June. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">2023-2024 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</strong></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><ul>
<li>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</li>
<li>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</li>
<li>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</li>
<li>Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21</li>
</ul><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Music Sampler Lesson Teacher at Excelsior: </strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Monday</span></em></strong></p><p>Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin)</p><p><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Tuesday</span></em></strong></p><p>Tome Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p><p><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Wednesday</span></em></strong></p><p>Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet)</p><p><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Thursday</span></em></strong></p><p>Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet)</p>Art Through the Ageshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10439/summer-2024/art-through-the-ages2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Create sculptures like Giacometti, paint in oils like the impressionists and linoleum cut prints like Picasso. Learn about art through the ages as you create masterpieces in a variety of materials taking inspiration from great artists throughout history. </p>Wool Felted Succulenthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10468/summer-2024/wool-felted-succulent2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Create a beautiful succulent plant in a pot out of wool roving. Learn to use felting needles to create a cute little succulent plant that can decorate your desk or be given as a gift. </p>Stevie Ray Improv Summer Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10486/summer-2024/stevie-ray-improv-summer-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to think on your feet, gain self-confidence, and have a ton of fun performing with your friends. No experience necessary. </p><p>The class is taught by instructors from Stevie Ray’s Improv Company, one of the longest running improv theaters in Minnesota. The class culminates with you performing a recital for family and friends at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, located at the famous Chanhassen Dinner Theaters!</p><p>Students will finish off their week by doing a recital at Chanhassen Dinner Theater for their friends and family. <span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The recital will be from 3:30pm-4:30pm on August 23rd. </span></span>Audience members will be charged $5 to attend the recital. This goes towards the Stevie Ray Improv Company staff for hosting the show and Chanhassen Dinner Theatre.</p><p><strong>Chanhassen Dinner Theater<br></strong><strong>501 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN 55317</strong></p>Rocket Building - One Day Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10487/summer-2024/rocket-building-one-day-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Construct a single-stage rocket propelled by pressurized water and stretch your STEM abilities. Learn essential vocabulary while constructing and collect data distance and refine designs with each launch. </p><p>Families can join at 1:00PM to witness the final rocket launches.</p><p>**Please Note: Students attending Groveland Elementary will do this project in 5th grade. We discourage Groveland students from participating in this program to preserve the fun for them.**</p>Conquer Ninja Rec Teamhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10492/summer-2024/conquer-ninja-rec-team2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Develop confidence, strength, endurance, balance, and friendships! See why Ninja is the fastest-growing sport today. You’ll benefit from training in agility, power, perseverance and resilience; attributes that all athletes strive to improve.</p><p>Our Conquer Rec Team is designed for youth, ages 6-13 of all experience levels. Our Rec Team will practice on real obstacles inspired by the TV show such as warped walls, salmon ladders, tilting ladders and so much more during their weekly practice. Rec Team members will learn the styles and techniques to develop their Ninja Skills with over 40 different obstacles! This 8-week-long Rec Team consists of 6 practices and 2 competitions (week 4 and week 8).</p>Intro to Ninjahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10494/summer-2024/intro-to-ninja2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Develop strength and agility by learning different styles and techniques to master all obstacles. Practice on warped walls, angled steps, salmon ladders, cliffhangers and tilted ladders; all Ninja-inspired obstacles! </p><p>Increase flexibility, coordination, and self-esteem that can be transferred into ninja levels testing or enhance other athletic performances. All classes are coached by an experienced Ninja Trainer.</p>Coding 3.4http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10537/summer-2024/coding-3-42024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Build It! Code It! Move It! all with the Micro:Bit robot and coding platform. Construct and code robots to move, sense their environment, participate in challenges and more using Micro:Bit.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Glam Lab - Stunning Sciencehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10564/summer-2024/glam-lab-stunning-science2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Have a blast concocting beauty and bath products while you learn the science behind them. Add a pinch of imagination as you create packages to take home your personal creations. </p><p>Make your own Fizzy Bath Bombs, Shimmering Lip Balm, Soaps, Shower Dough, Glam Goo, Exfoliating Salt Scrub and many more fun science experiments!</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Adult & Child Piano Lessons (Online)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10591/summer-2024/adult-child-piano-lessons-online2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Start your child's musical journey together with us! Our professional piano instructors have experience teaching adults, caregivers and young children. We use books specially written for young beginners. Eight, weekly 30 minute lessons are scheduled during the weekday. </p><p>The Summer session will start the week of June 17. Register online and you will be contacted to schedule a lesson time. Please call 952-401-6846 for more information.</p><p>MMA Teacher: Carol Appel</p><p><br><b style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;">Summer Session Lesson Dates :</b></p><p>Monday:</p><p>Tuesday:</p><p>Thursday:</p>Art and Yogahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10613/summer-2024/art-and-yoga2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all yogis! Begin the class with yoga poses, then explore your artistic side as we draw, paint, collage, sculpt with clay and more. </p><p>We’ll play yoga games, use breathing and mindfulness techniques and have a great time unleashing our creativity! </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Retirement Planning: What Do You Do Now?http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10634/summer-2024/retirement-planning-what-do-you-do-now2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Most people plan for the financial side of retirement but often don't focus on the personal side. Explore the personal life-planning questions you need to ask yourself before you retire.</p><hr>
<p>Everyone looks forward to retirement, however, leaving one life to begin another is often more difficult than expected. Whether you planned in advance for retirement or it came unexpectedly, there are many aspects of retirement and a “new life” that many never think about prior to retirement. After you retire, your daily life will change in more ways than you can probably imagine. Developing a clear picture of how you want to live your life after you retire will help you make better plans and adapt more easily to the changes retirement brings.</p>Engage Your Own Computer Trainerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10700/summer-2024/engage-your-own-computer-trainer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Sign up for a one-to-one tutoring session with a computer instructor. Focus on what specific components of a program you want to learn or get help from the instructor on a project you are working on.</p><hr><p>There will be a pre-session phone interview to identify the session's focus.</p><p><br>You will have all of the instructor's attention and can get all your questions answered as well as get that computer project jump-started or get help learning specific program components and skip the basics found in a classroom setting.</p>Women's Beginner Tennishttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10704/summer-2024/women-s-beginner-tennis2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Enjoy learning tennis skills with other women. This class provides a full-body workout while improving your agility. Equipment is provided.</p><hr>
<p>Wear your soft-soled, non-marking shoes.</p>Twirl-to-a Tea Partyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10722/summer-2024/twirl-to-a-tea-party2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Dress up in your festive finest and have some fancy tea. Oh, what fun our dancing twirl tea party will be! This elegant bash includes creative movement in every style of dance including ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop.</p><p>We will set our table for fun at this fancy dancing tea party. Be our guests in our Twirl-to-a-Tea Party dance class! </p><p>Parents are invited to the last 15 minutes of camp on the last day of class to see what their students have learned!</p><p>Participants should bring a daily snack and a water bottle.</p>Makerspace Open Lab: Punch Cardhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10738/summer-2024/makerspace-open-lab-punch-card2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong>Craft, connect and enjoy the new Makerspace! Crafts are available for purchase during Open Lab times or bring your own project to work on.</strong></p><p>Thursday, June 20th</p><ul>
<li>10 AM-Noon: Adult & Child Time</li>
<li>1-3 PM: Adult Only</li>
<li>6-8 PM: Open to all</li>
</ul><p>Thursday, July 18th</p><ul> <li>10 AM-Noon: Adult & Child Time</li>
<li>1-3 PM: Adult Only</li>
<li>6-8 PM: Open to all</li>
</ul><p>Thursday, August 15th</p><ul> <li>10 AM-Noon: Adult & Child Time</li>
<li>1-3 PM: Adult Only</li>
<li>6-8 PM: Open to all</li>
</ul>Tax Strategies Essentialshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10763/summer-2024/tax-strategies-essentials2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Achieve the financial clarity you need to focus on what matters to you. A Thrivent Financial Professional will provide you with general information about the impact income taxes could have on your financial decisions. Using this information, we can identify potential ways to revise your strategy so that it’s structured to make the most of your tax situation.</p>College Planning 101http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10764/summer-2024/college-planning-1012024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>It’s hard to overestimate the value of a college education. But, as you know, it can come with a hefty price tag and a considerable amount of debt. While choosing the right college is important, figuring out how to pay for it may be just as important. You can help by financially supporting whatever path your loved one chooses. We want to prepare you to navigate the cost of college without risking your retirement.</p>Growing and Cooking with the Sunhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10516/summer-2024/growing-and-cooking-with-the-sun2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>The sun is your best friend if you know how to use it! Learn how to cook with just the sun. No electricity, gas, charcoal or wood needed for solar cooking. Learn how to cook meals, dry food for preservation and purify water all with the sun.</p><p>Take Home Item: Mini Solar Oven</p>Music Sampler Lessons at Scenic Heightshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10527/summer-2024/music-sampler-lessons-at-scenic-heights2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you interested in playing more than one instrument? This 8-week summer sampler program is designed to explore music lessons in different combinations of instruments and help you choose the instrument you want to study during the following school year.</p><p>Weekly 45-minute lessons will start the week of June 17. </p><p>Lessons can be scheduled in mornings, afternoons or early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time in early June. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">2023-24 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</strong></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><p>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 </p><p>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 </p><p>Wednesday: 6/19, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14</p><p>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/17 </p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Music Sampler Lesson Teachers at Scenic Heights:</strong></p><p><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Monday</span></em></strong></p><p>Matt Kapka: piano, trumpet</p><p>Martha Lisman: cello, violin, viola, double bass, piano</p><p><i style="background-color: initial;"><strong></strong></i></p><p><em><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Tuesday</span></strong></em></p><p>Matt Kapka: piano, trumpet</p><p>Martha Lisman: cello, violin, viola, double bass, piano</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Wednesday</span></em></strong></p><p>Matt Kapka: piano, trumpet</p><p>Tom Just: piano, guitar, cello</p><p><em style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><strong>Thursday</strong></span></em></p><p>Matt Kapka: piano, trumpet</p><p>Evan Shallcross: violin, viola, piano</p>Dream Space - Ultimate Interior Designerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10616/summer-2024/dream-space-ultimate-interior-designer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Design your own rooms and spaces as you choose colors, elements and materials. Have fun sketching fabric designs, making miniature furniture and creating cool decorations to take home and display in your room.</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Design FUNdamentalshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10618/summer-2024/design-fundamentals2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the principles and elements of design as we create a product brand, logo and packaging, among other exciting projects. We’ll have fun creating many applications for our designs like our own stationary, stamp, gift wrapping and much more. </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Solar Power Your Dronehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10511/summer-2024/solar-power-your-drone2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Up, up and away! Enjoy fun remote-control drones charged from solar power. Build a solar powered charging station for your drone, then, when your drone runs out of juice, you can simply charge it anywhere outdoors with your solar charging station!</p><p>You will have a blast building and using real life tools such as solder ironing, drills, etc. When you are done building, you will challenge other students with your drone.</p><p>Take Home Item: Mini Battery Box</p>Family Camping & Outdoor Cooking 101http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10747/summer-2024/family-camping-outdoor-cooking-1012024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the basics of camping and cooking outdoors! Learn how to build a fire, put up tents, outdoor survival techniques and cooking over a fire. End with a group camping trip!</p><p>All families must bring their own tents, sleeping bags and any other materials needed for the camping trip. </p>Destination Mars: Rocketry Coursehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10539/summer-2024/destination-mars-rocketry-course2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Launch and watch your very own rocket speed 300 feet into the air! Make and take home multiple rockets of varying difficulty. We will use these rockets and airplanes to investigate basic aeronautical concepts including propulsion, thrust, lift, drag and more. </p><p>We will also hypothesize about travel in outer space, how to get a United States astronaut to Mars and life on Mars. Do you have the right stuff? </p><p>NOTE: Parents will be asked to contribute two, 2 liter soda bottles (empty) for 2 different experiments. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Jr. Phineas & Ferb's Ingenious Engineershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10583/summer-2024/jr-phineas-ferb-s-ingenious-engineers2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Inspired by the adventurous spirit of Phineas Flynn and his stepbrother Ferb Fletcher, this is a one-of-a-kind experience for you to explore the world of invention and engineering. Make your own robot-inator, doodle-inator and more!</p><p>You will embark on a journey of imagination, innovation, and, of course, endless fun! </p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Multiplayer Minecraft: Survival Challengehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10579/summer-2024/multiplayer-minecraft-survival-challenge2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Team up and survive in our multiplayer world! Explore the unknown and join other survival enthusiasts to overcome challenges and complete quests on our server.</p><p>We will be using the PC/Java edition of Minecraft. </p><p>Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Preschool Piano Lessons at Groveland (Summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10330/summer-2024/preschool-piano-lessons-at-groveland-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong></strong></p><p>Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. These are eight, 30-min weekly private lessons. </p><p>Lessons start on the week of June 19, no lessons on the week of July 3. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions.</p><p>2023-24 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Dates of Private Lessons:</strong></p><ul>
<li>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</li>
<li>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</li>
<li>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/17</li>
</ul><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers:</strong></p><ul><li>Becky Caldwell-Tautges </li></ul>Middle School Girls Soccer Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10675/summer-2024/middle-school-girls-soccer-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join Minnetonka Varsity Coach Jeff Hopkins for this 3-day camp for rising players who are interested in experiencing high school soccer. Camp is limited to 32 participants.</p>Minecraft Escape Roomhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10557/summer-2024/minecraft-escape-room2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Dig deep and explore puzzle-filled maps in this Minecraft camp! Design fun puzzles, engineering traps to trick your friends and even make hidden rooms to hide your treasure!</p><p>Using Minecraft EDU, you’ll learn how to use redstone mechanisms and programmed commands in order to create the perfect Minecraft Escape Map. By the end of this class, you will be able to show off your new adventure mapping, redstone, and command skills to your friends. No advanced Minecraft knowledge required.</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Summer Choir Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10287/summer-2024/summer-choir-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This fast-paced, exciting workshop is perfect for children who love to sing and want to develop their voices further. Young singers will learn a variety of songs, including musical theater and jazz selections.</p><p>We will also explore the skill of vocal improvisation (scat singing), beatboxing and singing two notes at the same time using harmonic overtones. At the end of the week, we will put on a public concert showcasing our work. Participants from past years are encouraged to join us again as the music is never the same from year to year. All ability levels are welcome!</p>Harry Potter Hullabaloo 1http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10507/summer-2024/harry-potter-hullabaloo-12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you a Harry Potter fan? Join us as we delve into the magical world of Harry Potter. Make fizzy potions, secret treasure maps and magic wands, host a “quidditch” tournament, design a fantasy creature and more. </p><p>Don’t be a muggle; come and join the fun! </p><p>Please bring a bag lunch, water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Jr. Engineering: Theme Parkshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10577/summer-2024/jr-engineering-theme-parks2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore new engineering principles, such as gears, wheels, levers and pulleys. Build working theme park rides and machines, then, after each building project, customize, share, compete in challenges and enjoy experimenting with your creations. </p><p>Possible models include catapult games, crazy floors, merry-go-rounds, go-karts, moving clowns, popcorn carts and more. </p><p>You will be working in pairs.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>World Games Engineeringhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10592/summer-2024/world-games-engineering2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Compete for the gold as you take on exciting engineering challenges related to the greatest athletic competitions. Get ready to step up to the podium as we build a bow and arrow, mini golf course, fingerboard and more!</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>3D Printing: Star Warshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10576/summer-2024/3d-printing-star-wars2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>BB8 will be proud of your creations! Design 3D objects using TinkerCAD (an online web app) and use the 3D slicing program, Cura, to bring your creations to life. Two 3D models will be printed to bring home. </p><p>We will be designing a droid. </p><p>Create fun designs to complete different out of this world CAD challenges. </p><p>Printing and material fees are included</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>STEAM-sational Arthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10666/summer-2024/steam-sational-art2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all smarty-pants! Get ready to explore S.T.E.A.M concepts in totally rad and creative ways that will result in cool creations you’ll be proud to brag about - from your very own pinball machine, a creative Venus flytrap, a colorful kaleidoscope and magic ink that will light up a cityscape, plus loads of experiential learning and messy fun along the way! </p><p>Let's get our science on like never before with this one-of a kind S(mart) T(alented) E(xperimental) A(Awesome!) M(Magnificent) camp experience! </p><p>Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.</p>Music Sampler Lessons at MCEChttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10285/summer-2024/music-sampler-lessons-at-mcec2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you interested in playing more than one instrument? This 8-week summer sampler program is designed to explore music lessons in different combinations of instruments and help you choose the instrument you want to study during the following school year.</p><p>Weekly 45-minute lessons will start the week of June 17 with no lessons the week of July 1. Please bring in your instrument besides piano. </p><p>Lessons can be scheduled during the daytime or early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time in early June. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">2023-2024 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</strong></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><ul>
<li>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</li>
<li>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</li>
<li>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</li>
<li>Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21</li>
</ul><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Music Sampler Lesson Teachers at MCEC</strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><em>Monday</em></strong></p><p>Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p><p><em><strong>Tuesda</strong></em>y</p><p>Liz Anderson (piano, trumpet, flute)</p><p>Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet)</p><p><em><strong>Wednesday</strong></em></p><p>Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin) </p><p><strong><em>Thursday</em></strong></p><p>Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p>Festive Fair Foodshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10453/summer-2024/festive-fair-foods2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Bring the fairgrounds to your own kitchen this summer with homemade health(ier) versions of your favorite classic state fair foods!</p><p>All supplies are included.</p><hr><p><strong>On the Menu:</strong> </p><p>Caramel Popcorn </p><p>Baked Funnel Cakes</p><hr>At-Home Youth Art Kitshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10449/summer-2024/at-home-youth-art-kits2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Pick up your own art kit to create your masterpiece! Work at your own pace in the comfort of your home. </p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">Designed by Kidcreate Studio for students in grades K-5</span></strong></p><hr><p>At-home art kits with online instructional videos are now available from Kidcreate Studio! These art kits are so much fun, it’s like having your own private art teacher.</p><hr><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(155, 187, 89);">The kit contains:</span></strong></p><ul>
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<strong style="background-color: initial;">June Kits</strong> will be available for pick-up starting <strong>June 10th</strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"> </strong>at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8 am-4:30 PM. Registration due: <strong>May 27th.</strong>
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<strong>July Kits</strong> will be available for pick-up starting <strong>July 8th </strong>at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8 am-4:30 PM. Registration due: <strong>June 24th</strong><strong>.</strong>
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<strong>August Kits</strong> will be available for pick-up starting <strong>August 5th</strong><strong> </strong>at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8 am-4:30 PM. Registration due: <strong>July 29th.</strong>
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<strong>Clay Mosaic</strong> <br> Let’s create a mosaic out of air dry clay and beads! Clay by itself makes great art, but adding beads or sequins makes it even better! Air-dry clay will be used to create a fun and funky mosaic.<br>
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<strong>S</strong><strong>lime Time</strong> <br> Let’s create one of our favorite messy times- silly putty slime! Roll up your sleeves and let’s get messy!!<br>
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<td>C<strong>lay Coil Bowl</strong> <br> Let’s create a clay coil bowl! Learn a special clay technique to build these unique creations. <br>
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<strong>C</strong><strong>lay Slab Unicorn</strong><br>Let your artist go unicorn-crazy! This kit teaches a simple step-by-step process to sculpt a darling unicorn. Add some sequins and a little dazzle and this project is a dream come true for any unicorn enthusiast.<br>
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<strong>C</strong><strong>lay Fairy House</strong><br> If you believe in fairies, clap your hands, and get creative with this whimsical, colorful art kit! Construct a magical place for your fairy friends to live out of Model Magic® clay.<br>
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<strong>K</strong><strong>limt’s The Sunflower</strong><br> Be inspired by art created by Gustav Klimt. Recreate one of his famous works out of clay, paint and beads!<br>
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<strong>G</strong><strong>arden Collage</strong><br>Spring is in the air! Follow easy step-by-step instructions to create a mixed-media collage with a garden theme on an actual canvas board.<br>
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</tbody></table>Minnetonka Youth Theatre: Acting IIhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10669/summer-2024/minnetonka-youth-theatre-acting-ii2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for a fun-filled week focused on the craft of acting. This is a level two acting class and while prior acting experience is not required, we will move at a more rigorous pace. The focus will be on creating believable characters, acing your audition, cold reads, improv skills, scene work and more. </p><p>Students should bring a bag lunch and water bottle.</p><hr>Tonka Band and Orchestra Camps (6th Grade)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10655/summer-2024/tonka-band-and-orchestra-camps-6th-grade2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Meet your middle school band and orchestra teachers and classmates! Daily rehearsals, small group lessons, music theory and music games will help you transition into the middle school music programs.</p><p>The camps will conclude with a lunch hour concert on the last day. Directors: Camp Schedule: Monday through Thursday 9 am-2 pm; Friday 9 am-12pm, concert 11:30 am-12pm. </p>Greatest Showman Musical Theaterhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10433/summer-2024/greatest-showman-musical-theater2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>It’s the Greatest Show! Learn songs and dances from The Greatest Showman and write a story that we will present on the last day of class. Learn how to properly speak your lines, block a scene, develop your character and much more! We will also play fun and creative theater games. </p><p>No experience necessary. All that is needed are comfortable clothing and lightweight sneakers or dance shoes, a nut free snack and a water bottle. </p><p>Friends and family are invited to a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes of the final class.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><strong></strong></span></p>Descendants 2 Musical Theaterhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10434/summer-2024/descendants-2-musical-theater2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>What happens when Mal returns to the Land of the Lost? Find out in this spectacular class! Learn music and choreography from Descendants 2 and put together our own musical.</p><p>Learn how to properly speak your lines, block a scene, develop your character and much more! We will also play fun, creative games. No experience necessary. </p><p>Please wear comfortable clothing and lightweight sneakers or dance shoes. Bring a nut free snack and a water bottle. </p><p>Friends and family are invited to a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes of the final class.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><strong></strong></span></p>Glow-in-the-Dark Engineeringhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10555/summer-2024/glow-in-the-dark-engineering2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Illuminate the light this summer with awesome STEAM projects. Explore glow-in-the-dark pigments and learn the difference between fluorescent vs luminescent. Use LED lights to create a handy flashlight, light up underwater sea monsters, engineer a cool night lamp and more! </p><p>Full of fun STEM and art projects (STEAM). </p><p>Take home a light-up project every day!</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>The Forge - Board Game Clubhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10756/summer-2024/the-forge-board-game-club2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Delve into the diverse world of board games! Learn and play assorted board games that will challenge their minds and sharpen your critical thinking skills. All games provided.</p><p>This class will be taught by employees of The Forge Game Store.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Robotics 2.4http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10545/summer-2024/robotics-2-42024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Build a dragster, a spy robot and a moon rover, then program the dragster to race, the rover to roam, and the spy bot to… well, spy. </p><p> {YEL!}’s Teach It! Practice It! Play It!® classroom method emphasizes 21st Century Learning skills like STEM, teamwork, and problem solving.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Can You Doodle That?http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10611/summer-2024/can-you-doodle-that2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to doodle different things from adorable animals to funny food. Use special pens and patterns to add dimension and texture, then create your own doodles and have a blast applying them to notebooks, cards, stamps and more. </p><p>You’ll get your own sketchbook to keep and continue doodling.</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>SkyLens Workshophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10524/summer-2024/skylens-workshop2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Embark on a thrilling journey at SkyLens Workshop! Elevate your photography skills with experienced instructors, master drone piloting, capture breathtaking aerial images and refine digital editing. </p><p>Craft compelling stories from above for an unforgettable experience!</p><p>You have the option to bring home your drone for an additional $50.</p><p style="text-align: center;"></p>Battle Droneshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10526/summer-2024/battle-drones2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Immerse yourself in the excitement of Battle Drones! Learn STEM concepts, teamwork and drone flying skills. Build robotic launchers, maximize speed, accuracy and engage in epic battles, piloting and launching to victory!</p><p>You have the option to bring home your drone for an additional $50.</p><p style="text-align: center;"></p>X-Treme Build & Racehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10560/summer-2024/x-treme-build-race2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>On your marks: Create and design the fastest RC car. Get Set: Build a remote control car using LEGO®. GO!: Race your car against friends! </p><p>Besides building amazing RC cars this camp includes other activities. </p><p>(No LEGO® is taken home).</p><p>LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this class.</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Dance Fusionhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10418/summer-2024/dance-fusion2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get groovin’, movin’, energized, and fit through dance! Routines designed for an effective head-to-toe work out that benefits the mind, body and soul! Improve balance, flexibility, coordination and cardiovascular strength as you have fun dancing. If you have any medical concerns, consult your doctor before joining the class.</p><p>No prior dance experience is required. Everyone is welcome. Wear comfortable workout clothing, and athletic shoes, and bring water.</p>Babysitter Training Plushttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10639/summer-2024/babysitter-training-plus2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Increase your babysitting safety knowledge by completing this course which includes Infant/Child CPR designed just for babysitters. You must complete the Babysitter Training class before taking Plus.</p><p>Bring a snack. Certification received: American Red Cross Infant/Child CPR - valid for two years.</p>Cookies and Art Reloadedhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10612/summer-2024/cookies-and-art-reloaded2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Let’s explore our creative side making art that you can actually eat! We’ll have a blast decorating real cookies, making beautiful art on paper and sculpting clay. Each day we’ll decorate a cookie and create fun art projects to bring home.</p><p>Back by popular demand – all new projects!</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10651/summer-2024/lions-and-tigers-and-bears-oh-my2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Scribble, paint, sculpt… ROAR! Create adorable artwork inspired by some of our favorite zoo animals. Budding Picassos and future zoologists alike will love painting on real canvas boards, sculpting with air-dry clay and scribbling with oil pastels as you create animal-themed artwork that is totally WILD!</p><p>Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child each day.</p>Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness - 2024http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10457/summer-2024/boundary-waters-canoe-area-wilderness-20242024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<table><tbody>
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<p>July 6-11 for students Completing Grades 7-11 in the 2023-24 School Year.</p>
<p><br>Guides are Minnetonka teachers experienced in wilderness camping. Full outfitting is included. When you sign up, under the notes section of your registration you may indicate one friend you want to be in your group. When we set up groups, we will do our best to keep you with your friend and keep friend groups together. If that is not possible, we will call you.</p>
<p><br><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">Payment options: 1.) Full payment at registration: $865 or 2.) Payment of $395 at registration and second payment of $405 charged May 30. </span></p>
<p><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Refunds for cancellation after May 1 (less $100) will be granted only if we can fill the spot with another student.</span></span></p>
<p><br>To learn more about this program, please review this<a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/14EN29qemvP5qjg24ecr8wXYJezziq1TqsrsDS2yCniI/edit?usp=sharing"> INFORMATIONAL SLIDESHOW</a>.</p>
<p>Click here to see the BWCA <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jHjLXpTa52z3UqiKJGNCSr33C8Yhu6aI/view">packing list</a> </p>
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</tbody></table>Aura and Chakra Readinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10411/summer-2024/aura-and-chakra-reading2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn about your mind-body-spirit connection as you receive your chakra energy numbers and aura colors. Aura Reading reveals your body’s energy by displaying colors representing various qualities and attributes about you.</p><hr>
<p>Your aura colors are analyzed by Roxanne, a professional aura counselor, who will explain the correlation between how you use the colors of your personality in conjunction with your body’s energies.</p>Acrylic Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10471/summer-2024/acrylic-painting2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to create a unique, quick and expressive acrylic painting. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show, creating dynamic results.</p><p>Create a beautiful acrylic painting following step-by-step instructions, all while learning about composition and color mixing. No experience is necessary and all supplies are included. Each class can stand alone or take all to build more skills.</p>Summer Online Piano Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10283/summer-2024/summer-online-piano-lessons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Weekly, one-on-one online piano lessons are offered through Google Meet during the 8-week summer session starting Monday, June 17. Please indicate your preferred day and time. </p><p>Individual lesson times will be confirmed in early June. </p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">2023-24 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</span></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846</em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term.</p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: Unfortunately, we cannot offer makeup lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC main office at 952-401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a makeup lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Online Lesson Dates:</strong></p><ul>
<li>Monday Lesson: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</li>
<li>Tuesday Lesson: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</li>
<li>Thursday Lesson: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</li>
</ul><p><strong>MMA Online Piano Lesson Teacher: </strong><strong style="background-color: initial;">Carol Appel (Monday)</strong></p>Pet Portrait Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10469/summer-2024/pet-portrait-painting2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Paint a portrait of your furry loved one at Fat Pants Brewing in Eden Prairie! Your pet will be hand drawn onto a 16 x 20 canvas for you to paint in class with the help of a professional artist. </p><hr>
<p>After purchasing your ticket, email a high quality jpeg photo of your pet to <a href="mailto:merrytimearts@comcast.net" style="background-color: initial;">merrytimearts@comcast.net</a> with the subject line Pet Portraits at Fat Pants Brewery. </p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><strong>Photos must be received at least one week prior to the class date.</strong> <b style="background-color: initial; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;">(One pet per person/canvas please)</b></span><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">.</span> All supplies are provided. </p>Storybook Theatrehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10431/summer-2024/storybook-theatre2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p style="text-align: center;"></p><p>Professional actors and directors will work with up to 60 young actors in each production. The troupe will rehearse for one week and perform the play on Friday and Saturday. Participants experience the excitement of producing an original musical production based on a classic tale.</p><p>Set, costumes, props and makeup are provided.</p><hr>
<p>Schedule: Auditions will be held on Monday. Rehearsals will be held throughout the remainder of the week (Tuesday-Thursday). Rehearsal schedules will be handed out after the auditions and will generally run between 8:00 am-12:15 pm. On Friday, rehearsal will begin at 2:30 pm in lieu of the regular morning session. Performances are Friday at 6 pm and Saturday at 10am. Please send a snack with your child daily and a bag dinner on Friday.</p><hr>
<p>Tickets: Two complimentary tickets will be given out to each participant. Additional tickets may be purchased before the show on Friday and Saturday.</p><hr>
<p>Attendance: Rehearsal time is limited, so it is crucial for students to be there for their practice times. In addition, it is expected that all members will perform on both Friday and Saturday.</p><hr>
<p>Due to cast size, not all actors will receive speaking lines, but all will be involved in musical numbers throughout the show.</p>Minnetonka Youth Theatre Performance Camp: The Tale of Snow Whitehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10672/summer-2024/minnetonka-youth-theatre-performance-camp-the-tale-of-snow-white2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Oh, no! Not ANOTHER Snow White play! But have no fear! This fresh and funny adaptation will make even the most jaded folks laugh out loud as it expands the Brothers Grimm tale with new characters who have always lived between the lines of the classic fairy tale. This version, using a fun frame story of a contemporary mom reading to her bickering children, is loaded with bright new faces and comedic twists. We meet a gaggle of forest animals, friendly Dwarf Villagers, a troupe of ladies-in-waiting with a penchant for limericks, the Huntsman’s squabbling conscience and even a nerdy governmental representative from the Department of Natural Resources trying to keep the forest dwellers from ruining the environment! (He nabs the Huntsman for attempting to kill a wild pig without a hunting license and fines a dwarf for picking a bouquet of state flowers!) With an incredibly flexible “cast of thousands,” this production offers scores of young thespians of all ages the joy of being onstage.</p><hr>
<p>Schedule: Auditions will be held on Monday. Rehearsals will be held throughout the remainder of the week (Tuesday-Thursday). Rehearsal schedules will be from 9am -12pm. On Friday, rehearsal will begin at 3:00 pm in lieu of the regular morning session. Our performance will be Friday at 5 pm. Please send a snack with your child daily.</p><hr>
<p>A black base costume will be required for performance, including black pants/leggings, black t-shirts, black socks and black nonslip shoes (like black tennis shoes or black dance shoes). We will build costuming on top of that.</p><p><strong></strong></p>Intermediate Tennis Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10382/summer-2024/intermediate-tennis-lessons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Fine-tune your skills through drills and hitting games. This class is recommended if you have some experience and can generate both forehand and backhand strokes and rally back and forth 2-4 times. You should be fairly consistent when hitting medium-paced shots and be comfortable with all basic strokes.</p>Project Runway 1.0http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10538/summer-2024/project-runway-1-02024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>New summer projects! Join us and make a swimsuit cover-up, mini messenger bag, earbud case AND your personalized sewer’s handbook. </p><p>The final day is a showcase where friends and family are invited to see your projects in action. </p><p>No experience is necessary. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Jumpstart Math & Reading: Englishhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10501/summer-2024/jumpstart-math-reading-english2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Review essential reading and math skills before the new school year. You will work in small groups(3-6 students) to brush up on grade level material, all in English! </p><p>Please note: the grade level refers to the grade the child is entering in the 2024-25 school year.</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>Preschool Piano Lessons at MCEC (Summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10286/summer-2024/preschool-piano-lessons-at-mcec-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong></strong></p><p>Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. These are eight, 30-min weekly private lessons. </p><p>Lessons start on the week of June 19, no lessons on the week of July 3. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions.</p><p>2022-23 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Dates of Private Lessons:</strong></p><p>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</p><p>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</p><p>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</p><p>Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21</p><p><strong>MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers </strong></p><p><em style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Monday</span></em></p><p>Tom Just </p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Tuesday</span></em></p><p>Liz Anderson</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Thursday</span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Tom Just</span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p>Golf and Tennishttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10348/summer-2024/golf-and-tennis2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>We combine expert instruction and exciting activities that keep you engaged all day. With a low camper-to-instructor ratio and group pairings by age and skill, you’ll receive ample individual attention and proper instruction. </p><p>The schedule is for Golf 9am-Noon and Tennis 1-4pm with a 12-1pm supervised lunch break (participants bring their own lunch).</p>3rd Lair Skate Park - Summer Campshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10731/summer-2024/3rd-lair-skate-park-summer-camps2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Grab your board and start shredding! Skateboarders of all experience levels can learn new tricks and master riding skills. This program offers experienced instructors and a proven reputation for safety and success. </p><p>Test your athletic ability, mental focus, creative thinking, and dedication to excel on a skateboard.</p><p>Participants are grouped in ability levels and age groups to accommodate all ability levels. Small group instruction, relay races, and other games are used to make sure participants are improving and comfortable on their board.</p><p>If you do not have your own equipment, skateboards, safety equipment, and other supplies are available for no additional cost. </p><p>All participants must have a signed waiver on file. Please use this link to sign their digital waiver: <a href="https://www.smartwaiver.com/w/531f0a89952d5/web/">https://www.smartwaiver.com/w/531f0a89952d5/web/</a> </p>Past Life Regressionhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10412/summer-2024/past-life-regression2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us to have fun and learn about your 7 chakras, and their functions. This is NOT intuitive. Your reading is done on a medical device and will give you your individual chakra energy levels and their balance. This class is ideal for those who want to improve their self-care and healing by understanding your chakras. Join us for a transformative experience and gain practical tools to enhance your well-being. Color Energy vibrational products will be available for purchase. The aura reading reveals your body's energy and various qualities and attributes about you.</p><p> Roxanne has been trained by hypnotherapist Dolores Cannon's daughter, Julia. We will experience this as a group hypnosis. Bring a mat and pillow.</p>Pickleball: Intermediate Practice and Playhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10596/summer-2024/pickleball-intermediate-practice-and-play2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<h2></h2><p>Master your pickleball skills through practice and play in this intermediate level class.</p><p>Like tennis and badminton, pickleball is played with a few varied rules on a shortened court with a net slightly lower than a tennis net, using a paddle and a small wiffle ball. This session includes instruction and play. </p><p>Equipment is provided (Paddles/Balls). Please wear athletic shoes, comfortable clothing, and bring a water bottle.</p>Beginner Tennis Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10381/summer-2024/beginner-tennis-lessons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>If you want to learn tennis, this class is for you! Enjoy learning tennis basics through fun games that keep you energized.</p><p>Loaner rackets available.</p>Kids Culinary Institute: Cupcake Warshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10427/summer-2024/kids-culinary-institute-cupcake-wars2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p style="text-align: center;"></p><p>Love cupcakes? Learn baking techniques and presentation secrets as we bake a different holiday cupcake each day and end with a fun contest where you get to design your very own cupcake creation!</p><p>Kids Culinary Institute apron and recipe booklet included in class fee.</p>Minnetonka Cheer Summer Clinichttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10458/summer-2024/minnetonka-cheer-summer-clinic2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join Minnetonka Cheer coaches and national champion Tonka cheerleaders for this clinic. You’ll learn cheerleading motions, jumps and stunts, Minnetonka cheers and gain confidence as we practice and perform.</p><p>Designed for future cheerleaders in grades K-5 and 6-8, the clinic will divide into elementary and middle school groups. Participants will perform their routines for parents during the last half hour of the camp. Please bring a water bottle, snack, and wear athletic shoes and comfortable clothing.</p>Intermediate Gymnasticshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10719/summer-2024/intermediate-gymnastics2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn advanced tumbling and high-level gymnastics skills for competition events. Class focus areas: round-off, front walkovers, back walkovers, back handspring and other age-appropriate skills.</p><p>At this level, coaches begin to look at gymnasts for the Midwest Amateur Gymnastics Association (MAGA) competitive team and potentially high school teams. Intermediate is for gymnasts who have taken the Advanced Beginner classes or been evaluated into this level.</p>Ninja Summer Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10490/summer-2024/ninja-summer-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Climb, crawl, jump and conquer the obstacle course like a true Ninja Warrior! Learn techniques in a safe and fun way by exploring a new obstacle course each week.</p><p>Obstacles and stunts are designed specific to age groups. </p><p>This summer give your child an American Ninja Warrior Experience! Young Ninjas develop strength and agility during this camp by learning different styles and techniques to master all obstacles! We have warped walls, angled steps, salmon ladders, cliffhangers, tilted ladders; everything you need to put your ninja skills to work! This camp transfers well into ninja levels testing or enhances other athletic performances. All camps are coached by an experienced Ninja Trainer.</p>Women’s Beginning Intermediate Tennis (Level 3.0)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10705/summer-2024/women-s-beginning-intermediate-tennis-level-3-02024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Step-up into introductory match play, explore match play strategy components and focus on tennis skill development. Designed for those that have completed or mastered skills of Advanced Beginners Tennis.</p>Music Sampler Lessons at Grovelandhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10331/summer-2024/music-sampler-lessons-at-groveland2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you interested in playing more than one instrument? This 8-week summer sampler program is designed to explore music lessons in different combinations of instruments and help you choose the instrument you want to study during the following school year.</p><p>Weekly 45-minute lessons will start the week of June 17 with no lessons the week of July 1. Please bring in your instrument besides piano. </p><p>Lessons can be scheduled during the daytime or early evening hours. Register online and you will be contacted to reserve your lesson time in early June. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">2023-2024 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</strong></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><ul>
<li>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</li>
<li>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</li>
<li>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</li>
<li>Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21</li>
</ul><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Music Sampler Lesson Teachers at Groveland:</strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><em>Monday</em></strong></p><p>Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone)</p><p><em><strong>Tuesday</strong></em></p><p>Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone)</p><p><strong><em>Tuesday</em></strong></p><p>Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin)</p>Engineers' Odyssey Auto Innovatorshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10543/summer-2024/engineers-odyssey-auto-innovators2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you ready to change the world through car creation? With LEGO® Bricks, you can design and construct a variety of cars, including wind-powered vehicles, high-performance drag racers and rubber band-propelled cars. </p><p>Are you the next Nikola Tesla? Start your odyssey today! </p><p>LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle, nut free snack and wear recess attire.</p>An Introduction to Voiceovershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10484/summer-2024/an-introduction-to-voiceovers2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the craft of voiceovers in this growing, remote working industry! Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery.</p><hr>
<p>One-time, 90-minute, one-on-one, video-chat class! Adults 18 & up.</p><p>Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo </p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Additional information: </span></strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Upon registration, you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience.</span></p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"></span></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;">Requirements: Students must have internet access and video chatting capabilities using a method such as: Zoom, Skype (Win/Mac/Mobile) or iChat/FaceTime (Mac/iOS).</strong></p>Minecraft Pokemon Adventureshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10562/summer-2024/minecraft-pokemon-adventures2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Discover how these two fantastic worlds have been combined into a single spectacular universe as we explore Minecraft Pokémon Worlds. Take your adventure to the next level as you learn how to import mods and texture packs.</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Quickstart Orchestra/Basshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10646/summer-2024/quickstart-orchestra-bass2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all incoming beginning orchestra students! Through the small group setting, we will learn how to take care of your new instrument, touch up note-reading skills and other music terms before school starts. </p><p>All classes are held in the Media Center at Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW). The Media Center should not be used as a waiting area for families during the class. No food or drinks are allowed in the Media Center.</p><p>Please remind the students to bring the instruments and the suggested top 10 list of items. The Top 10 list of items was included in your orientation package received in late Spring from your school orchestra teacher.</p>Quickstart Orchestra/Violinhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10650/summer-2024/quickstart-orchestra-violin2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all incoming beginning orchestra students! Through the small group setting, we will learn how to take care of your new instrument, touch up note-reading skills and other music terms before school starts. </p><p>All classes are held in the Media Center at Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW). The Media Center should not be used as a waiting area for families during the class. No food or drinks are allowed in the Media Center.</p><p>Please remind the students to bring the instruments and the suggested top 10 list of items. The Top 10 list of items was included in your orientation package received in late Spring from your school orchestra teacher.</p>Quickstart Orchestra/Violahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10649/summer-2024/quickstart-orchestra-viola2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all incoming beginning orchestra students! Through the small group setting, we will learn how to take care of your new instrument, touch up note-reading skills and other music terms before school starts. </p><p>All classes are held in the Media Center at Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW). The Media Center should not be used as a waiting area for families during the class. No food or drinks are allowed in the Media Center.</p><p>Please remind the students to bring the instruments and the suggested top 10 list of items. The Top 10 list of items was included in your orientation package received in late Spring from your school orchestra teacher.</p>*NEW* Brass Clinichttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10552/summer-2024/new-brass-clinic2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>We welcome all brass instruments to learn more about the fundamentals of brass playing to improve tone production, range and overall technique.</p>*NEW* Brass Chamber Music Grouphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10553/summer-2024/new-brass-chamber-music-group2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to play in a small chamber setting while having fun and developing skills that will last a lifetime! This group is open for all brass instruments to come together and form duets, trios, quartets, quintets, or a larger group, depending on the number of players and instruments.</p>6th Grade Band Group Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10290/summer-2024/6th-grade-band-group-lessons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Don't miss the opportunity to touch up on what you learned in 5th grade band before entering middle school! In these small group lessons, you will meet other incoming middle school band students in the District. Please bring your own instrument and your 5th grade band book.</p>Quickstart Bandhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10643/summer-2024/quickstart-band2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all beginning 5th grade band students! Meet your band teacher and other district instrumental specialists. Learn all about your new instrument including how to assemble and take care of it.</p>Summer Yoga at Robinson's Bay Beachhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10744/summer-2024/summer-yoga-at-robinson-s-bay-beach2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This tranquil, yet in depth, yoga class will give students the opportunity to explore new ways of relating to themselves by tuning into the movement of body and breath. Class consists of gentle dynamic movement, breathwork, and meditation. For all levels.</p>Vinyasa Flow Yogahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10413/summer-2024/vinyasa-flow-yoga2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Inclusive for all skill levels, this type of yoga is a dynamic, breath-synchronized practice that links movement with breath through a series of poses to build strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. </p><p>Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle.</p>Pastel Across the Continentshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10628/summer-2024/pastel-across-the-continents2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Journey around the world with the vibrant medium of chalk pastels! Explore global cultures through their rich artistic traditions. Grab your passport!</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Fashion Runway 2http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10635/summer-2024/fashion-runway-22024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Fashion Runway is back with all new artwork and all new fashions! Learn to draw portraits, figures and tons of the latest ‘tween fashion trends. </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Pastel Ocean Lifehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10640/summer-2024/pastel-ocean-life2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore ocean life and learn to draw and color with pastels. Eye-catching sea stars, vibrant clown fish, sea turtles with bold patterns, a blue crab and a wondrous scene of jellyfish will be created.</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Alien Ooze & Terrific Tech Labhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10549/summer-2024/alien-ooze-terrific-tech-lab2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>You – are – the – lead scientist in charge of exploring alien technology and funky, gooey, gunky, gloppy slimes! Discover and explore the properties of different exciting alien slime each day! </p><p>Continue your mission as you concoct an “erupting” alien, engineer a hovercraft, create your own planetary night lamp, and many more fun STEAM activities.</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Pink, Purple and Heartshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10603/summer-2024/pink-purple-and-hearts2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for an amazing time drawing, painting, and sculpting as we create colorful rainbows, adorable clay creatures, charming animals and cool hearts. Along the way we’ll listen to music, paint our nails and have a blast! </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Ultimate YouTube Super Starhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10546/summer-2024/ultimate-youtube-super-star2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you ready to share your talents with the world on YouTube? Learn the ins and outs of producing your own YouTube video with invaluable tips on taking your production to the next level. </p><p>In small teams, create distinguishing art for your channel, learn about fair use and copyright and how to record, edit and upload videos masterfully. </p><p>Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>The Enchanted Confetti Casitahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10723/summer-2024/the-enchanted-confetti-casita2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>We may not talk about Bruno-no-no-no, but fans of Disney’s Encanto will be talking non-stop about this magical, fantastical ballet, tap and creative movement camp! </p><p>The enchanted tiles of the Casita’s Candescent Courtyard will guide dancers to unlock three glowing doorways that each reveal a dance challenge! Once completed, they’ll be granted entry into the Enchanted Confetti Casita to explore the world of dance where their vivid imaginations will brightly shine! Filled with magical movements, fantastical fun and colorful crafts, this imaginative dance camp is sure to bring glowing reviews for all who experience it!</p><p>Parents are invited to the last 15 minutes of camp on Thursday to see what their students have learned!</p><p>Participants should bring a daily snack and a water bottle.</p>Floor Hockeyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10597/summer-2024/floor-hockey—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Step into a comprehensive hockey experience covering a broad range of skills training and skill-based games. Learn proper stickhandling, passing, shooting and defensive techniques. </p><p>Athletes should bring a water bottle. Sticks and pucks are provided.</p>Phy Ed Gameshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10621/summer-2024/phy-ed-games—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn and play your favorite Phy Ed games. Discover teamwork, respect, hustle and pride in a fun environment. Boost athleticism through games including Capture the Flag, Kickball, Tag games, Soccer and more!</p>Phy Ed Games Tykeshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10622/summer-2024/phy-ed-games-tykes2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Introduce your little athletes to the most popular Phy Ed games like Sharks and Minnows, Kickball, and Capture the Flag! Parent participation is encouraged. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle for your participant.</p>Kids Culinary Institute: Food From Around the Worldhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10429/summer-2024/kids-culinary-institute-food-from-around-the-world2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn cooking and baking skills as we travel to a new country each day and learn about its culture and cuisine. Five countries, five days, no passport required!</p><p>Kids Culinary Institute apron and recipe booklet included in class fee.</p>Minnetonka Youth Theatre: Acting Ihttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10668/summer-2024/minnetonka-youth-theatre-acting-i2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for a fun filled theater camp focused on the craft of acting. Have a blast developing characters, playing improv games, creating and performing short monologues, scenes and plays. </p><p> This course is designed for the performer who loves theater and is looking for more opportunities to hone their acting skills. Students will learn how to audition successfully, collaborate, and use their imaginations while exploring a variety of fun characters. This acting camp is sure to be a summer highlight and will build student confidence, foster friendships, and improve performance skills! No prior acting experience required.</p><p>Students should bring a bag lunch and water bottle.</p><hr>Dog Obedience Level 1: Basic Life Skillshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10519/summer-2024/dog-obedience-level-1-basic-life-skills2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Discover how to teach your dog a sense of self-calming and desirable house and social manners. Use basic cues such as sit, down, stay and come with both hand and voice signals. </p><p>We will also talk about tips for loose leash walking, jumping on guests, and ways to keep our pups mentally stimulated. Our goal is to help you gain or build a trusting relationship with your dog and learn when to meet them in the middle. Behavior modification is a science and applies to all animals, regardless of age.</p><p><strong>No dogs on the first night of class. </strong>The first class is for the human end of the leash only. Please email proof of your dog's updated vaccine information to your instructor Holly at hollyjean.unleashed@gmail.com before the 1st day of class. (Your dog must be up-to-date on both Rabies and Distemper Combo (if under 6 months, bring in updates as they are obtained). Bordetella is not required, though strongly recommended.</p><p>Please wear comfortable shoes, as we will be doing some moving around. Other supplies such as treats and leashes will be discussed during the first week of orientation. No dogs the first week.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">***If you believe your dog is aggressive or fearful, one-on-one sessions will be more appropriate for you. If you have any questions, you can find info on Unleashed Trainers website at <a href="https://link.edgepilot.com/s/5c5a8ba0/kZBx_R9inUuOP0iW5ZOKpA?u=http://www.unleashedtrainers.com/">https://link.edgepilot.com/s/5c5a8ba0/kZBx_R9inUuOP0iW5ZOKpA?u=http://www.unleashedtrainers.com/</a> or you can register under the Privates Lessons tab.***</span></p>Minnetonka Youth Theatre: Triple Threat Theatrehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10671/summer-2024/minnetonka-youth-theatre-triple-threat-theatre2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>What makes a Triple Threat Performer? 1. You can act! 2. You can sing! 3. You can dance! Come explore theater in a fun workshop that encompasses all three essential performance skills. We will be singing, dancing and acting up a storm.</p><p>This workshop is skill-based with a focus on the craft of acting. Let's make Triple Threat Theatre a summer highlight!</p><hr>Jumpstart Math & Reading: Spanishhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10500/summer-2024/jumpstart-math-reading-spanish2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Review essential reading and math skills before the new school year. You will work in small groups (3-6 students) to brush up on grade level material, all in Spanish! </p><p>Please note: the grade level refers to the grade the child is entering in the 2024-25 school year.</p><p><strong></strong></p>Tonka Chasehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10502/summer-2024/tonka-chase2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Compete in this Amazing Race-style event as a parent-child team for students from 2nd-5th grade! Plenty of puzzles and obstacles stand in your way to the finish line as your team works through the course.</p><p>Please only complete one registration per adult/child team. </p>STEM Flag Footballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10691/summer-2024/stem-flag-football2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Combining STEM‐based activities with traditional Skyhawks football instruction, you will learn about receiver glove and helmet technology, in‐game communication, throwing arm strength, football properties and calculating distances. </p><p>Skyhawks puts the Sports in STEM.</p>Cell Phones & Parenting - Oh My!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10396/summer-2024/cell-phones-parenting-oh-my2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to keep your child’s smartphone safe and secure. Understand recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, parental apps for your child’s smartphone and more! </p><hr>
<p><strong>Join us online!</strong> This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. MCE will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.</p>Create Your Own YouTube Channelhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10397/summer-2024/create-your-own-youtube-channel2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the basics to create and begin your very own YouTube channel. Join the world’s largest media platform to share your hobbies, advice, instructions, gifts and more with the world and your audience!</p><hr><p><strong>Join us online!</strong> This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. MCE will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.</p>My Kid Wants To Be a YouTuber - Help!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10399/summer-2024/my-kid-wants-to-be-a-youtuber-help2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>If your child dreams of having their own YouTube channel, learn about the set-up process, safety settings and consideration for kids having their own channel.</p><hr>
<p>Parents will learn the basic guidelines of being able to help manage and monitor their activity, all while incorporating practical business skills when it comes to managing your own channel. You’ll learn how this hobby can become a practical career, safety practices, and even create fun videos! Parents will leave the class with helpful guidelines to get their kid’s channel started safely and a solid foundation for their child’s new creative outlet in 2023. Please note, children must be age 13 and have parental permission to start a YouTube channel.</p><hr><p><strong>Join us online!</strong> This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. MCE will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.</p>Using Venmo Safelyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10400/summer-2024/using-venmo-safely2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Stay up-to-date by expanding your technology knowledge and learn what you need to know about the mobile payment service called Venmo. Learn how to pay friends, businesses or receive money without using cash or checks.
</p><hr><p> You’ll leave this class with a confident understanding of how to set up Venmo safely, fees to avoid and real world scenarios you or your family and friends may use with this mobile payment option.
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<p>Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. MCE will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.</p>Small Group Hoops - Shooting Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10826/winter-spring-2024/small-group-hoops-shooting-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>These co-ed small group sessions focus on the fundamentals of shooting the basketball. Areas of focus will include a breakdown of mechanics and form, proper footwork, shooting off the catch, coming off screens, shooting off the dribble, and reading the defense.</p><p>Players will shoot between 500-600 shots in this two-hour session.</p>Social Dance Workshophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10481/summer-2024/social-dance-workshop2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Grab a partner and learn exciting new dance moves with a friend, family member or significant other! This beginner, one-night class will get you on your feet and out on the dance floor in no time.</p><hr><p>Led by a national dance champion, this exclusive session promises to equip you with expert advice for comfortable couple dancing in just one night. Discover enjoyable moves that will have you effortlessly turning, twirling, and moving in perfect harmony. Perfect for weddings, special events, or just plain fun!</p><p>Couples only.</p>Discover Magichttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10506/summer-2024/discover-magic2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get ready to take a fun and exciting adventure into the world of magic. Learn how to make things appear, read people’s minds and even make objects levitate, all this while building confidence and communication skills. </p><p>Each lesson has a custom magic prop, a top secret file folder, and a secret word to unlock bonus videos in the online video vault. This life-changing program builds self-confidence and develops critical communication skills in a fun and unique way that is guaranteed to unlock your child’s potential and impact the rest of their life.</p><p><strong>Orange Wand Course Lessons: </strong>Learn how to teleport objects across the room, find hidden magical treasures, and levitate a cup of popcorn just to name a few.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Learn more about Twin Cities Magic Academy </strong><a href="https://www.brainerddispatch.com/community/people/4614821-merrifield-magician-has-more-tricks-his-sleeve">here!</a></p>Extreme Robotics: Battlebotshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10581/summer-2024/extreme-robotics-battlebots2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Combining the LEGO® building system's versatility and the Mindstorms EV3 you will construct fun LEGO® models, experiment with programs and compete in robotic challenges. Robot building, block programming and teamwork will be part of each day's activities. </p><p>The final challenges will be centered around hitting targets and a sumo battle. </p><p>You will be working in small teams of 2-3.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Basketballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10679/summer-2024/basketball—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
</span></b></p><p>Designed for beginner to intermediate players, learn the skills you need both on and off the court to be a better athlete. All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota/">click here!</a></p>Jr. NBA Basketballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10619/summer-2024/jr-nba-basketball2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn shooting, passing, dribbling and defense in a positive, fun environment. Enjoy scrimmages and receive a personalized Jr. NBA jersey with your registration.</p><p>Athletes should bring a water bottle. Balls are provided.</p>Did You Say Clay?http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10605/summer-2024/did-you-say-clay2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Prepare to get messy, creative, and muddy! Let’s make animals, ornaments, pinch pots and even famous characters with all sorts of clay and dough, from Air-Dry Clay to Model Magic. </p><p>In this fun filled camp we’ll slab, pinch, hand build, and sculpt our way through this creative camp that features an exciting combination of projects. </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Jr. Engineering Electrifiedhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10585/summer-2024/jr-engineering-electrified2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get charged up for this exciting week of electrical engineering! Explore aspects of electricity, such as magnetism, static electricity, circuitry and more. Spark your imagination as you tackle electrifying, hands-on engineering challenges using our EFK Engineering Design Process.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Robotic Pet Labhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10551/summer-2024/robotic-pet-lab2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>We all love our pets! But what about creating your very own family of robotic pets?! Whether you like your robotic pet to be cute and cuddly, or playful and naughty – you’ll have motors, batteries and other supplies at your disposal to create them as you want! Create a fun robotic or non-robotic project every day. </p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Stevie Ray Improv - Adult & Child Classhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10677/summer-2024/stevie-ray-improv-adult-child-class2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to think on your feet, gain self-confidence and have a ton of fun performing with others. No experience necessary. </p><p>The class is taught by instructors from Stevie Ray’s Improv Company, one of the longest running improv theaters in Minnesota. The class culminates with you performing a recital for family and friends at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, located at the famous Chanhassen Dinner Theaters!</p><p>Students will finish off their session by doing a recital at Chanhassen Dinner Theater for their friends and family. <span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The recital will be from 7:00-8:00pm on July 28. Students and families can start arriving at 6:30pm. </span></span>Audience members will be charged $5 to attend the recital. This goes towards the Stevie Ray Improv Company staff for hosting the show and Chanhassen Dinner Theatre.</p><p><strong>Chanhassen Dinner Theater<br></strong><strong>501 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN 55317</strong></p>Private Music Lessons at Scenic Heights (Summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10525/summer-2024/private-music-lessons-at-scenic-heights-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Students of all ages and abilities are welcome! Our instructors will help new students develop their musical skills and experienced students grow and excel. Weekly private lessons in piano, guitar, band and orchestra instruments can be scheduled during the daytime through early evening hours. </p><p>The 8-week summer session starts on June 17 with no lessons the week of July 1. Please indicate your preferred lesson date and time when registering. Individual lesson times will be confirmed starting in early June. Students will need to bring in their own instruments besides piano. </p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</strong></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Dates of Private Lessons:</strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Private Music Lesson Teachers at Scenic Heights</strong></p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Monday</span></em></p><p>Matt Kapka (piano, trumpet)</p><p>Martha Lisman (cello, violin, viola, double bass, piano)</p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Tuesday </span></em></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Matt Kapka (piano, trumpet)</span></span></p><p>Martha Lisman (cello, violin, viola, double bass, piano)</p><p>Jane Aagenes (piano, afternoon)</p><p>Nick Raimondi (piano)</p><p><i style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Wednesday</span></i></p><p>Matt Kapka (piano, trumpet)</p><p>Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p><p>Jane Aagenes (piano)</p><p>Nick Raimondi (piano)</p><p><em style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Thursday</span></em></p><p>Matt Kapka (piano, trumpet)</p><p>Jane Aagenes (piano)</p><p>Evan Shallcross (piano, violin, viola)</p>Family & Friends CPRhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10694/summer-2024/family-friends-cpr2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn life-saving techniques to prevent, recognize and respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies in adults, children and infants. Ideal for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, caregivers and others interested in learning how to save a life.</p><p>This class is led by Lori Wessin, a certified American Heart Association CPR, First Aid and AED instructor with over a decade of experience. This class is intended for those who want to learn CPR, but don't need certification to meet job requirements.</p>Skipperettes Dance Team Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10567/summer-2024/skipperettes-dance-team-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Spend time moving, dancing and getting to know the Minnetonka High School Skipperettes dance team while learning a routine! </p><p>No previous dance experience necessary. </p><p>Participants will have fun learning basic dance skills and techniques while bonding with a Skipperette buddy! The camp also includes various activities, including team-building games, a special craft project and learning an energetic routine to perform at the end of the clinic with the Skipperettes.</p><p>Everyone registered will receive a Skipperettes tank top, and parents are invited to watch the dancers perform at the end of camp on Thursday afternoon. More details on the performance will be emailed in the days leading up to camp</p>Volleyball Summer Camps - Beginnerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10521/summer-2024/volleyball-summer-camps-beginner2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>For players who have had limited or no organized volleyball experience, learn the fundamentals of the game. We will be using an age-appropriate net height and volleyball.</p><p>Camp will be led by MHS head volleyball coach Karl Katzenberger and his staff, with assistance from current MHS volleyball players. The camp will include two main components - skill instruction and game simulation. </p><p> Please bring a water bottle and wear a shirt long enough to tuck in. Each participant will receive a summer camp t-shirt. Come join us this summer! </p>STEM Soccerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10689/summer-2024/stem-soccer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Combining STEM‐based activities with soccer instruction, get behind the sport you love with modules on soccer ball design, throw‐in science, angles and goal‐line technology! </p><p>Skyhawks puts the Sports in STEM.</p>Intro to Glassblowinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10534/summer-2024/intro-to-glassblowing—22024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to fuse small plate glass into artistic 2D creations and explore the world of Lampworking: A method of using torches and tools to shape 3D glass sculptures like marbles and pendants. </p><hr>
<p>No prior experience necessary, students will be able to pick up all of their creations after the camp has concluded.</p><hr>
<p>Skylab Glass Arts</p><p>8838 7th Ave N</p><p>Golden Valley, Mn</p><p>55427 </p>Hogwarts' Secret Magic Labhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10547/summer-2024/hogwarts-secret-magic-lab2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Immerse yourself in the magic world of wizards as you join us in this mix of STEAM adventures. Create a magic light-up wand, mix-up fun concoctions, engineer your own locomotive, create your very own Golden Snitch™ and more.</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Robotics Evolutionhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10542/summer-2024/robotics-evolution2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Work in teams of 2-3 to build multiple robots with sensors, then program them to complete tasks like delivering food, cleaning nature or reuniting animal friends. </p><p>{YEL!}’s Teach It! Practice It! Play It!® classroom method emphasizes 21st Century Learning skills like STEM, teamwork and problem solving.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle, nut free snack and wear recess attire.</p>First Down for Totshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10678/summer-2024/first-down-for-tots2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
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<li>A parent meeting on April 18th will precede registration opening on April 22nd. Initial registration will place every participant on a waitlist. Once team capacity is determined, registrants will be notified if they will be accepted onto the team.</li>
<li>Team capacity is partly determined by the number of adult ride leads to maintain safety requirements under MCA guidelines. Please indicate your willingness to be a ride lead when you register your participant.</li>
<li> Registrants should be committed to attend most practices and all races.</li>
</ul><p><strong>Practice Schedule</strong>: July 9th through mid-October, 3 times/week, Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Carver Park Reserve and Saturdays at various metro-area sites. A new rider and new Ride Lead session will take place in late June.</p><p><strong>Race Schedule</strong>: In Sep.-Oct., the team competes in four race weekends, Sept. 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, and 28-29 plus State Championship Oct. 12 & 13 for those who qualify. Middle School races on Saturdays. High School races on Sundays.</p><p><strong>Registration Fees: </strong> TBD. Information about the MCA registration process will be communicated after the Team Roster is finalized.</p><p><strong>Additional Costs and Requirements</strong>: New participants will need to purchase a team jersey for races. Additional apparel may be purchased separately throughout the season. Participants must provide their own bike, helmet, other riding gear, and transportation.</p><p>Contact MCE Program Manager Andy Coutts at Andrew.coutts@minnetonkaschools.org or (952) 401-6831 with registration or administrative questions. </p><p>Contact the MTB team coaching staff at minnetonkamountainbiketeam@gmail.com for technical or biking-related questions or to be added to the coach's contact list.</p><p><a href="http://www.minnesotamtb.org/crank-sister-try-it-out-sessions/" style="background-color: initial;"></a></p>Preschool Tennis Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10384/summer-2024/preschool-tennis-lessons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This fun introduction to tennis for preschoolers focuses on fundamentals and developing motor skills. Children will play games as they develop tennis skills, hand-eye coordination and sportsmanship.</p><p>Children use 19 or 21 inch rackets and foam hand rackets; small number of loaner rackets available, personal rackets suggested.</p>Minnetonka Chasehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10515/summer-2024/minnetonka-chase2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>If you love the Amazing Race® you will love The Minnetonka Chase! Competing as adult teams of two, you and your partner will play your way through beautiful Excelsior. Please only complete one registration per team.</p>Summer Rechttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10721/summer-2024/summer-rec2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Have fun outdoors playing kickball, dodgeball, capture the flag, water relays and all your favorite outdoor games. You'll also create arts and crafts, go on nature walks and more! We'll end the summer with a Field Day.</p><p>Summer Rec is led by Minnetonka Community Education camp counselors and includes structured activities as well as free play. Please bring a snack and a water bottle and wear clothes for outdoor play. No Summer Rec July 2nd-4th.</p><p><strong>This summer's locations:</strong></p><p>Freeman Park, Eureka Road at Hwy. 7, Shorewood, Fields 4, 5, 6. </p><p>Thorpe Park, 3725 Hamilton Ave, Deephaven, Playground area.</p>Hypnosis for Weight Loss, Smoking/Tobacco/Vaping Cessationhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10568/summer-2024/hypnosis-for-weight-loss-smoking-tobacco-vaping-cessation2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>If you have a desire to stop your cravings, this class can help you stop immediately without withdrawal, cravings and weight gain. Get motivated and increase willpower and self-confidence through hypnosis.</p><hr><p>Both of these classes include a free reinforcement CD and lifetime membership card which allows participants to attend future classes for free. Participants can sit or lay down for the hypnosis portion of the class.</p><p><u>Agenda:</u> </p><ul>
<li>Check in at 5:45 pm</li>
<li>Introductions for both classes 6:00 pm</li>
<li>Weight Loss Class 7:00 - 8:00 pm</li>
<li>Stop Smoking/Chewing Class 8:00 - 8:45 pm</li>
</ul>GRASPhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10448/summer-2024/grasp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Looking to continue your learning this summer? GRASP will help you retain your math and/or reading skills this summer. Only one hour a week will get you ready for school in the fall.</p><p>GRASP (Grand Rapids Academic Summer Program) is a 9-week correspondence program that helps you retain math and/or reading skills during summer vacation. Lessons are completed, mailed or emailed to a scoring center and returned to you. </p><p>This correspondence program can accompany you on your summer travels!</p><p>Lessons take approximately one hour per week to complete. </p><p>Instruction sheets in each packet provide all the necessary information for parents to help their children.</p><p>Pricing: </p><p> Online (emailed): $39/ one subject; $69/ two subjects (same child). The option is only available for students entering grades 5-9 in Fall 2021. Paper Booklet (mailed): $29/ one subject; $55/ two subjects (same child). </p><p>Why GRASP?</p><p> Our program is uniquely designed to provide encouragement and reinforcement to students over the summer by providing feedback weekly, providing help on problem areas and awarding successful work. Using the GRASP materials helps students recall information learned during the school year over the summer. The student is ready to start the next school year without losing essential skills and thought processes.</p><p>Registration Deadline: Sunday, May 12th</p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);"></span></strong></p><hr><p><a href="http://www.grps.org/images/departments/grasp/pdfs/grasp_sample_pages.pdf">See sample pages here.</a></p>T-Ball Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10441/summer-2024/t-ball-league2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>A fun, relaxed introductory T-ball league for preschoolers! This program is designed to teach your player the very basics of T-ball while having a great time. Each session includes a skill practice followed by a game.</p><p>Each player receives a team T-shirt; players need to bring a glove. Players will play 1 game each week. Games are either from 5:30 - 6:30 pm or 6:35 - 7:35 pm; game time will vary by week. Teams are coached by parents. Coaches will call players with team assignments and game times; players should expect a phone call or email from a coach by July 1.</p><p>Parents: We need volunteer coaches. Please indicate your desire to coach on the registration form. The coaches meeting for the Summer session will be held virtually on Tuesday, June 27, at 6 p.m. </p>Special Machineshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10532/summer-2024/special-machines2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Brace yourself for the challenge of constructing eight motorized robotic and engineering marvels. Unlock the secrets behind Moon missions, Radar sensors, Gear transmissions and more, as you ignite your passion for exploration!</p><p>Learn about STEM and programming concepts and be challenged to build up to eight (8) different motorized Robotic and Engineering models. While building and programming these models, you will develop logical thinking ability and will learn various engineering concepts like Moon missions, Radar sensors, Gear transmissions, science behind rhythm, Vibration and various others. </p><p>Examples of model’s students will be building include various Parking Gate, Moon Rover, Landmine sweeper, electrical appliances, drumming machine, iRobot and various others!</p>Soccerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10688/summer-2024/soccer—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
</span></b></p> Improve your technical skills and gain sport knowledge required for the next step into soccer. You’ll focus on dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. <p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota" target="_blank" style="background-color: initial;">click here</a>!</p>Beginner 2 Gymnasticshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10716/summer-2024/beginner-2-gymnastics2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Sharpen basic skills in all four gymnastics events while building strength, developing tumbling skills and advancing in progressions.</p><p>Class focus areas: handstand, cartwheel, backward roll and other age-appropriate skills. No previous gymnastics experience is required.</p>Life After Work: Retirement Planninghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10648/summer-2024/life-after-work-retirement-planning2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to transition from work life to retired life in this educational workshop.</p><hr><p>Whether you plan to stop work all at once or ease into retirement by working part-time, at some point you will need to arrange for multiple sources of income to replace your paycheck. What do you need to think about as you transition from work life to retirement? Where will your income come from? How can you make it last?</p><p>At this workshop you will learn:</p><ul> <li>Why you need a retirement income plan</li> <li>6 questions to ask before you retire</li> <li>How to determine how much income you will need in retirement</li> <li>The 4 primary sources of retirement income</li> <li>4 popular withdrawal strategies and the pros and cons of each</li> <li>How retirement income is taxed </li> <li>5 tax planning strategies in retirement</li> <li>A retirement income action plan</li>
</ul>3-on-3 Hoops Skills Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10824/winter-spring-2024/3-on-3-hoops-skills-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This dynamic and intensive basketball training program is designed to enhance the skills of young athletes in a fun and competitive environment.</p><p>The camp focuses on developing the fundamental skills necessary for success in 3v3 basketball, including ball-handling, shooting, passing, and defensive techniques. Led by experienced coaches and trainers, participants will have the opportunity to improve their game, learn new strategies, and compete with other players of similar age and skill levels.</p><p>Whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, this will be an exciting and challenging basketball experience for all!</p>Beginner/Intermediate Fencinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10489/summer-2024/beginner-intermediate-fencing2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the fundamentals of safe swordplay and fencing in a fun and active learning environment. All equipment is provided. Taught by experienced Fencing coaches.</p><p>Learn new skills and basic techniques and train to compete! Emphasis on blade work, footwork and balance. </p><p>Each camp culminates with a small tournament and a prize to the winner!</p>Monetize Websites, Blogs and Social Media with Affiliate Marketinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10405/summer-2024/monetize-websites-blogs-and-social-media-with-affiliate-marketing2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Earn a passive monthly income from selling other people’s products by placing a merchant-provided advertisement link on your site and get a commission for every sale, click or lead. </p><hr>
<p>Learn where to find 1000+ free and low-cost opportunities and how to avoid scams or links that won't offer a beneficial ROI (return on investment). Learn how to find high, recurring, and second-tier commissions. You'll also learn SEO secrets to increase your site's ranking and visibility on search engines like Google. </p><p>The webinar login information, along with a detailed tutorial to set up your free Zoom account, will be emailed the day before class.</p>Meet the Publisher/Agent — Get Your Manuscript Critiquedhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10406/summer-2024/meet-the-publisher-agent-get-your-manuscript-critiqued2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Have you ever wanted to talk to a publisher? Email one page of your in-progress manuscript for an in-class critique of one page of your poetry, article, short story, screenplay, novel, non-fiction book or children’s book.</p><hr><p>Optional: You can then send your manuscript for a professional critique (for a critique fee of $50 for up to 25 double-spaced pages + $1/page thereafter, and a list of publishers/agents who are interested in your type of work.)</p><p>Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.</p>ChatGPT for Writers 101http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10407/summer-2024/chatgpt-for-writers-1012024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>There’s no doubt ChatGPT and similar AI systems will force the job market to evolve. It’s crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills and be open to working in collaboration with AI. </p><p>In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to:</p><li>register for a FREE ChatGPT account</li><li>input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses</li><li>build creative content, from stories to marketing copy</li><li>determine its capabilities and limitations</li><li>understand ethical/legal considerations using ChatGPT</li><hr>
<p>The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in the class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.</p><p><strong>Login information and digital handouts will be emailed to you prior to class.</strong></p>S.N.A.G. Golf (Beginner)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10681/summer-2024/s-n-a-g-golf-beginner2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
</span></b></p><p>S.N.A.G. (Starting New at Golf) incorporates developmentally appropriate equipment and simplifies instruction for young players. Learn fundamental skills while having fun. Equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p>Sports Sampler Tykeshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10664/summer-2024/sports-sampler-tykes2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Introduce your young athlete to several popular sports games including soccer, flag football and t-ball. They’ll learn how to run, throw, catch, kick and more! </p><p>This camp ends on the final day with scrimmages and games. Participants should bring a baseball glove, all other equipment is provided.</p><p>Parent participation is required for the 2-3 year old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.</p>Soccer Shots Minihttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10352/summer-2024/soccer-shots-mini2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"></span></p><p>We will utilize creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. Each session we will highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork or appreciation. </p><p> All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Soccer Shots, please <a href="https://www.soccershots.org/minneapolis/" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>Super Tots Samplerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10687/summer-2024/super-tots-sampler2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Your young athlete will be introduced to both soccer and t-ball in this inclusive course. Designed for beginner players, they will work on the fundamentals of both sports setting them up for future leagues.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota">click here</a>!</p>Fish Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10355/summer-2024/fish-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00Go fishing with a professional angler, Dan Jasper. On day one, you'll receive your own rod, reel and tackle box full of gear and learn how to rig lines, cast, tie fishing knots, identify fish and more. On days two and three, you'll fish from shore and practice what you learned. This camp will give you the tools to fish for a lifetime! <p>For more information on your instructor Dan Jasper and Fish Camp, please <a href="http://www.jasperservices.com/" style="background-color: initial;" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p>Advanced Fish Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10356/summer-2024/advanced-fish-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Continue the fun fishing out of a pontoon boat. You will learn advanced fishing techniques, how to read the fish finder, how to read the GPS, and basic boating rules and etiquette. Prerequisite: completion of Fish Camp introductory class.</p><p>For more information on your instructor Dan Jasper and Fish Camp, please <a href="http://www.jasperservices.com/" target="_blank" style="background-color: initial;">click here</a>!</p>Adapted Fitnesshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10703/summer-2024/adapted-fitness2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Adapted Fitness is a program that supports students with disabilities ages 15-21 to increase physical fitness, social skills and independence in a strength and conditioning setting. </p><p>Participants are paired one-on-one with a Volunteer Trainer to set goals and work out together 2 days/week for a 4-week program.</p>Alone at Homehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10408/summer-2024/alone-at-home2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get prepared to stay home alone, safely. You’ll learn first aid, safety procedures and what to do in severe weather. Review phone skills, explore fun snack ideas and learn interactive games and activities.</p>SoccerTotshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10686/summer-2024/soccertots2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
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</tr></tbody></table>Adult Music Lessons at MCEC (Summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10284/summer-2024/adult-music-lessons-at-mcec-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong></strong></p><p>It's never too late to learn to play an instrument! Whether you are a beginner or played years ago, we will work with you to create a customized lesson plan.</p><p>Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 17, no lesson the week of July 1. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm your lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions.</p><p>2023-24 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at 952-401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><p>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</p><p>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</p><p>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</p><p>Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Music Lesson Teachers at Minnetonka Community Education Center (MCEC): </strong></p><p>Liz Anderson (piano, flute, trumpet)</p><p>Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin)</p><p>Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p>Adult Music Lessons at Scenic Heights (summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10329/summer-2024/adult-music-lessons-at-scenic-heights-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong></strong></p><p>It's never too late to learn to play an instrument! Whether you are a beginner or played years ago, we will work with you to create a customized lesson plan.</p><p>Eight, 45 min-weekly summer lessons start the week of June 17. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions.</p><p>2023-24 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call MCEC front desk at 952-401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p>Summer Lesson Dates:</p><p><strong>MMA Music Lesson Teachers at Scenic Heights</strong></p><p>Matt Kapka (piano, trumpet)</p><p>Jane Aagenes (piano)</p><p>Martha Lisman (piano, cello, violin, viola, double bass)</p><p>Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p><p>Evan Shallcross (violin, viola, piano)</p>Tonka Tennis Open Tournamenthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10388/summer-2024/tonka-tennis-open-tournament2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This tournament is for tennis players who want the challenge of competition within a community-based program. If you have a USTA rating, e.g. 2.0-4.5, that will be considered for seeding. Divisions include 13-and-under and 18-and-under singles, and Adult doubles.</p><p>Participants in the Middle & High School Tennis League are automatically entered into the Open.</p>Head Start Algebrahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10436/summer-2024/head-start-algebra2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the skills needed to have a successful year in Algebra 1. You will review last year's concepts, learn effective note-taking and study strategies for math success and you’ll get a head start on this fall’s Algebra course. </p><p>You will leave this course with a notebook of learned concepts organized in the manner taught in class so it can be used as reference throughout the school year. </p><p>Please note: This class can be paired with the Study Skills class immediately following it.</p>Head Start Geometryhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10438/summer-2024/head-start-geometry2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the skills needed to have a successful year in Geometry. You will learn effective note-taking strategies for math success, brush up on last year’s learning and get a head start on this fall’s Geometry course. </p><p>You will leave this course with a notebook of learned concepts organized in the manner taught in class so it can be used as reference throughout the school year. </p><p>Please note: This class can be paired with the Study Skills class immediately before it.</p>Mixed Media in Arthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10440/summer-2024/mixed-media-in-art2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Create works of art using a variety of conventional and unconventional art materials. Learn how to make a print out of supplies you can find in your kitchen, create out of this world paintings with spray paint and learn some cool ways to create cosplay costumes.</p>Adult 3-on-3 Basketball Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10445/summer-2024/adult-3-on-3-basketball-league2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Form a team of 4 or 5 friends to compete in 3 on 3 basketball at Minnetonka High School. Teams will play three 15 minute games within an hour each week.</p><p>Game nights will be Monday evenings and your team will either play from 6:00-7:00 pm or 7:00-8:00 pm. Game times will vary each week. Referees will be at each game and helping to keep score. </p><p>Players will have to provide their own shirts for their team. Please bring a light colored shirt and a dark colored shirt each week (or a reversible jersey).</p><p>At the time of registration please include an appropriate Team Name. We will ask for the names of the players on your team at a later date.</p><p>If you do not have a team but would like to participate please contact Joshua Benesh at Joshua.Benesh@minnetonkaschools.org.</p><p>Teams will receive their schedule by Friday, July 5th.</p><h2></h2>My Little Horse Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10474/summer-2024/my-little-horse-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Campers will get to ride a real horse in an arena, meet a number of different horses at Boulder Pointe and learn how to groom the horses...all with a focus on safety! Students will also complete an art project and have an opportunity to make horse treats to feed their new friends. </p><p>Stations are split into 15 minute intervals to keep everyone engaged. Parents have the opportunity to lead their child on the horse and take photographs as they go.</p><p> <strong>PARENT/GUARDIAN:</strong> This 2-hour camp is designed for parent/guardian participation. Parent/Guardian is expected to remain with their child during the entire duration of the camp.</p><p> <strong>WEATHER:</strong> Camps are held rain or shine, as we have an indoor barn and arena. </p><p> <strong>FORMS:</strong> Release and Liability Form one per person, electronically completed on our website <a href="https://www.horseridingrocks.com/forms.html">Forms</a></p>Adult & Child Ninja Classhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10493/summer-2024/adult-child-ninja-class2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>You and your ninja will work together to learn how to tackle ninja obstacles, problem-solve courses, and build self-esteem. Practice on the warped walls, angled steps, salmon ladders, cliffhangers and tilted ladders; all Ninja-inspired obstacles! </p><p>Family Ninja Classes are for anyone 5 or older. </p><p><br>If you are looking for something different to do with your child and want to try a unique way to be active, come check this class out! All fitness levels are welcome! All classes are coached by an experienced Ninja Trainer.</p>Dog Obedience Level 2: Basic Life Skillshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10520/summer-2024/dog-obedience-level-2-basic-life-skills2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Take your dog’s skills to the next level while they learn to expand on basic cues such as sit, down, stay, leash skills and come with both hand and voice signals learned in Level 1.</p><hr>
<p>Heels, turns and adding distance and distractions to cues like stay and come will also be introduced in this class.</p><p>No dogs on the first night of class. </p><p>Behavior modification is a science and applies to all animals, regardless of age. Our goal is to help you gain or build a trusting relationship with your dog and learn when to meet them in the middle.</p><p>Please email proof of vaccination records to your instructor Holly at hollyjean.unleashed@gmail.com prior to the first class. Your dog must be up-to-date on both Rabies and Distemper Combo (if under 6 months, bring in updates as they are obtained). Bordetella is not required, though strongly recommended.</p><p>Please wear comfortable shoes, as we will be doing some moving around. Please bring supplies such as treats and regular 6-foot leashes that are discussed in Level 1.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">***If you believe your dog is aggressive or fearful, one-on-one sessions will be more appropriate for you. If you have any questions, you can find info on the Unleashed Trainers website at <a href="https://link.edgepilot.com/s/5c5a8ba0/kZBx_R9inUuOP0iW5ZOKpA?u=http://www.unleashedtrainers.com/">https://link.edgepilot.com/s/5c5a8ba0/kZBx_R9inUuOP0iW5ZOKpA?u=http://www.unleashedtrainers.com/</a> or you can register under the Privates Lessons tab.***</span></p>Kids and Their Pupshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10523/summer-2024/kids-and-their-pups2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>A fun learning environment to build confidence between a dog and your child. We’ll cover dog body language, appropriate play between dogs and kids and some foundational skills and tricks!</p><hr>
<p>An adult (at least 18 years of age) must accompany the child, hold the leash and be present during each class.</p><p>The goal is to build a safe and trusting relationship. Limit 2 people per dog. Please email proof of vaccination records to your instructor at hollyjean.unleashed@gmail.com prior to the first class. Your dog must be up-to-date on both Rabies and Distemper Combo. Bordetella is not required, though strongly recommended.</p>Preschool Piano Lessons at Scenic Heights (summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10529/summer-2024/preschool-piano-lessons-at-scenic-heights-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong></strong></p><p>Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. These are eight, 30-min weekly private lessons. </p><p>Lessons start on the week of June 17, no lessons on the week of July 1. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions.</p><p>2023-24 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the Youth Programs office at 952-401-6801. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><p>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 </p><p>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 </p><p>Wednesday: 6/19, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14</p><p>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/17 </p><p><strong>MMA Preschool Piano Teachers at Scenic Heights:</strong></p><p>Monday: Martha Lisman, Matt Kapka, </p><p>Tuesday: Martha Lisman, Jane Aagenes, Matt Kapka, Nick Raimondi, </p><p>Wednesday: Jane Aagenes, Tom Just, Matt Kapka, Nick Raimondi</p><p>Thursday: Jane Aagenes, Matt Kapka</p>Adult-Child Bowling League: A Strike of Family Fun!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10530/summer-2024/adult-child-bowling-league-a-strike-of-family-fun2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Strike Up the Fun: Bowl Together, Roll Together. Family bonding meets the thrill of knocking down pins! Be prepared for a season of friendly competition, laughter and shared memories on the bowling lanes.</p><p>Join our Adult-Child Bowling League for a season of strikes, spares, and unforgettable family moments. Whether you're a seasoned bowler or rolling for the first time, this league is all about the joy of family, friendly competition, and the satisfying sound of pins crashing down. Lace-up those bowling shoes and get ready for a strike of family fun! All equipment is provided. Instructors are bowling center staff.</p><p>This league will highlight team building and bonding, skill development, friendly competition, league format, family-friendly atmosphere, league celebrations, and quality family time. <strong style="background-color: initial;">All equipment is provided. Instructors are bowling center staff. </strong></p>Video Production: Blockbuster Special Effectshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10575/summer-2024/video-production-blockbuster-special-effects2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn film editing basics and how to use and create Hollywood-style special effects techniques. Possible special effects learned in the class include Star Wars animated lasers, Harry Potter spell-like effects and more. </p><p>Bring a USB drive (at least 8 GB) to save your video on the last day. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Ballet and Batonhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10673/summer-2024/ballet-and-baton2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Welcome to the enchanting world of movement and rhythm! Fuse two beautiful art forms and explore the grace of ballet and the precision of baton twirling in a harmonious blend. </p><p>Whether you're a budding dancer, a seasoned performer, or someone looking to try something new, this class promises a delightful and expressive journey.</p><p>Each participant will be fitted for a Baton on the first day, they will keep their own baton from the American Baton Company when the class is over.</p>Somatic Yogahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10699/summer-2024/somatic-yoga2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This gentle, restorative practice increases flexibility, mobility, comfort and awareness. Slow, small movements retrain muscles to release tension and stress patterns in the body.</p><p>For all levels. </p><p><em>Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket. If you need to purchase a mat, we have premium mats available at MCEC.</em></p><p><em>Students are also encouraged to bring yoga blocks.</em></p>Microsoft Excel Essentialshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10701/summer-2024/microsoft-excel-essentials2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to use the world’s most popular spreadsheet program by building a spreadsheet from scratch, formatting headings, entering and formatting raw data, creating formulas and common Excel functions and creating charts. </p><p>You’ll also create a database of contact information in Excel and learn how to sort and filter data.</p>Microsoft Word Essentialshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10702/summer-2024/microsoft-word-essentials2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the best methods for creating reports, letters and other documents and how to add bullets, tables and images to give your documents that professional look. You will also learn shortcuts that will save you time.</p>Yoga for You (Live Streaming)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10710/summer-2024/yoga-for-you-live-streaming2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Find joy and connection with your body in this yoga class designed to meet you where you are. Beginner to advanced practitioners will benefit from a wealth of techniques and inspiration for living well in your body.</p><p>Improve your powers of observation to see your own patterns of mind and movement. Support what's working for you and create healthy new ones designed to help your mind and body become strong and supple. Expect yoga poses, modified actions, breathwork and some meditation.</p><p><em>Sessions will be recorded by the instructor and available for 7 days after class to registered students who miss a class. Students should notify the instructor to access the recorded session.</em></p><hr>Advanced Beginner 2 Gymnasticshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10718/summer-2024/advanced-beginner-2-gymnastics2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Advance your skills in the four gymnastics events by focusing on technique, form and advanced tumbling skills all while gaining confidence as a gymnast.</p><p>Class focus areas: back walkover, round-off, back-handspring and other age-appropriate skills. Previous gymnastics experience is recommended.</p>An Evening with Jodi Livon: Hack Your Mood, Spark Your Intuitionhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10743/summer-2024/an-evening-with-jodi-livon-hack-your-mood-spark-your-intuition2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for an evening with Jodi Livon as you learn to develop practical strategies to shift your emotions and ignite your intuition on demand.</p><hr>
<p>This is your chance to:</p><ul>
<li>Strengthen your energetic boundaries and heighten your mood.</li>
<li>Experience the transformative power of intuition in your daily life.</li>
<li>Connect with a vibrant community of like-minded individuals.</li>
<li>Learn how to allow your intuition to lead you toward your greatest light.</li>
<li>Receive personalized guidance and support from Jodi herself.</li>
</ul><p><strong>This event includes Q and A and gallery-style-readings of intuitively chosen audience members.</strong> </p><p><em>Intuition is more of an art than a science. MS Livon makes no promise of content.</em></p><hr>
<p>Jodi Livon has been a corporate psychic and intuitive coach for over three-decades and is a popular local and national TV and radio personality. She’s been the resident psychic and favored guest on a popular television show in the Midwest, Twin Cities Live, since 2009 where she’s read national celebrities, audience members and animals, and conducted ghost investigations alongside nationally recognized investigators.</p>Solar Car, Robot and Machineshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10518/summer-2024/solar-car-robot-and-machines2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Stimulate your creativity by designing and building epic, solar-powered cars, robots and machines from easy-to-assemble parts. In addition, you will build solar-powered cranes, lift bridges and many other designs. </p><p>Let's explore the world of solar energy while learning how to problem solve and stretch the imagination.</p><p>Take Home Item: Mini Solar Project</p>CraftManiahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10734/summer-2024/craftmania2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to turn different crafting materials into pieces of art. We’ll have a blast as we make a clay pinch pot, a wooden trinket box, a paper mache bird, a tie-dye T-shirt and many other fun crafts. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and have a Craft Attack!</p><p>Please bring a white T-shirt, a water bottle, a nut free snack, and dress for art.</p>Zany Cartooning & Comics Craftershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10617/summer-2024/zany-cartooning-comics-crafters2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Your cartoons will be funny, cute, even comic book spectacular! Learn creative tricks to draw characters as well as funny animals, people, monsters and much more. We’ll even learn the basics of comic making.</p><p>You’ll get your own sketchbook to bring home at the end of camp. Learn the fun and easy step-by-step basics of cartooning. </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Watercolor Studiohttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10615/summer-2024/watercolor-studio2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>It’s time to roll our sleeves, grab our paint brushes, and have fun creating with watercolors! Explore tried-and-true techniques and tricks to create beautiful paintings.</p><p>Unleash your creativity as we make all sorts of fun projects including our own watercolor book to bring home.</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle, and recess attire</p>Jr. Engineering: Games and Gadgetshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10578/summer-2024/jr-engineering-games-and-gadgets2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Make, experiment and play! These hands-on building activities will inspire you if you love building and inventions! Work in pairs to learn about physics and engineering concepts. Build machines that will whirl, flip, launch or cruise.</p><p> Every day will involve fun LEGO® challenges, puzzles or game contests. </p><p>LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Salsa Dance Workshophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10483/summer-2024/salsa-dance-workshop2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Heat up your summer with a touch of salsa! Join for lively moves that will have you turning and twirling together in no time. By the end of the session, you won't want to part ways.</p><hr>
<p>Couples only.</p>Genius Gizmos & Gadgets Labhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10550/summer-2024/genius-gizmos-gadgets-lab2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Gizmos & Gadgets are weird, wacky and fun especially when you build them yourself! Create your own rubber band shooter, robotic arm, slingshot rocket, personal fan and levitating pencil, among many other mind-blowing STEAM projects!</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Paint Crazehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10607/summer-2024/paint-craze2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore your creativity painting awesome masterpieces while using many types of painting techniques like tempera paint on canvas, creating multimedia art, exploring watercolors and much more. </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Jr. Engineers: Wings, Wheels and Sailshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10582/summer-2024/jr-engineers-wings-wheels-and-sails2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get your passports and travel to a new country every day by different means! Engineer your mode of transportation or tool to aid in transportation to get to your destination country. At the end of the week you’ll have a passport full of culture and memories from the places you visited!</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Spider-verse Engineeringhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10587/summer-2024/spider-verse-engineering2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all aspiring web crawlers! Welcome to Spider-verse Engineering, where science, technology and imagination collide. Make your own spider slime, web shooter, spider-bot and more!</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Escape to Hogwartshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10589/summer-2024/escape-to-hogwarts2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>The Ministry of Magic is inviting all aspiring wizards to this extraordinary camp. Participate in engineering challenges to earn points for your houses like creating the farthest-reaching Golden Snitch Launcher and the fastest Gringott Cart to reach the vaults. </p><p>At the end of the week, the house with the most points is awarded the house cup, a great honor!</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Volleyball Summer Camp - Boyshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10517/summer-2024/volleyball-summer-camp-boys2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Led by the MHS Varsity Volleyball coaching staff and players.</p><p>Coaches focus on teaching game situations, skills and techniques. Players will be split up by grade level.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and wear a shirt long enough to tuck in. Each participant will receive a summer camp t-shirt.</p>Ultimate Pokémon Arthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10608/summer-2024/ultimate-pokemon-art2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all Pokémon fans! Have a blast as you explore your creative side bringing virtual designs to life and learning how to draw, paint, collage and sculpt creatures from Pokémon to take home.</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>3D Printing: Jewelry & Wearableshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10588/summer-2024/3d-printing-jewelry-wearables2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>3D Printing introduces you to a new world of possibilities! Learn the ropes of 3D modeling and printing using Tinkercad to design your jewelry or wearable creations from scratch (two of which you get to print and take home). </p><p>To allow everyone to print their creations, items may have to be scaled down to allow printing during class times. </p><p>You must be comfortable with using a laptop and mouse to design their creations.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Women's Hiking Grouphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10707/summer-2024/women-s-hiking-group2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get out in the fresh air as you hike beautiful local, unpaved trails all around the Southwest Metro.</p><hr>
<p>A few of the regional parks and trails utilized will be: Gale Woods Farms, Carver Park Reserve and Wolsfeld Woods Scientific Natural Area.</p><hr>
<p>Appropriate footwear and attire are an absolute must for the hikes. We step over trees and cross muddy rivers, the trails are rooty and rocky. We won't be on asphalt, so bring footwear with traction.</p><p>We will go at a moderate pace, 2.5-3 miles an hour for 60 minutes depending upon the trail, conditions, and number of stops to take in the view or check out a wildflower.</p><p>Fitness test: Must be able to stand on one foot unsupported for 10 seconds, walk at a brisk pace for 45 minutes.</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>Lightning Thief Engineeringhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10586/summer-2024/lightning-thief-engineering2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>The demigods have come together to train at Camp Half-Blood. Inspired by the 1st Percy Jackson book, "The Lightning Thief", you will use the engineering design process to recreate objects and transform them into modern-day heroes. </p><p>With new and exciting activities each day, you learn to solve problems, work as a team and unleash the hero within. Explore different engineering fields and make a light-up bolt, cast in stone, flying shoes and more!</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Solar Go Kart Racehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10512/summer-2024/solar-go-kart-race2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn exactly how solar electricity is used in modern electric vehicles. Build a take-home mini solar race car and challenge each other in a race. As the main event, work in teams to build a Solar Go Kart.</p><p>Join us on this fun, interactive, solar learning experience. Your young tike is sure to have a blast!</p><p>Take Home Item: Mini Solar Dragster</p>Learn to Curlhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10641/summer-2024/learn-to-curl2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the ins and outs of the coolest game on ice. You will learn how to throw, sweep and score. In one week, you will go from zero to curler pro! </p><p>Certified instructors will teach you all the basics you need to successfully play the game. Lessons will focus on delivery, balance, weight control, release, sweeping technique, strategy and the etiquette of the game. Each day participants will play a game with a new twist! </p>Kawaii Cutehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10662/summer-2024/kawaii-cute2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you ready for some serious cuteness? Use clay, paint and Model Magic® to make adorable masterpieces that emphasize true cuteness. </p><p>We’ll make a teeny tiny succulent garden, we'll draw and paint a happy avocado and we'll even make a teddy bear macaroon that is just cute as can be! </p><p> Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.</p>Pediatric CPR & First Aidhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10696/summer-2024/pediatric-cpr-first-aid2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This American Heart Association course is designed to meet the regulatory requirements for childcare workers. Learn how to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant until professional help arrives.</p><p>The course covers the four steps of first aid and first aid skills such as finding the problem, stopping bleeding, bandaging and using an Epinephrine pen, as well as child CPR AED, infant CPR and optional modules in adult CPR AED, child mask, infant mask and Asthma Care Training for Childcare Providers.</p><hr><p>Class is ideal for childcare workers, coaches, foster care workers and others responsible for children including parents, grandparents, babysitters, teachers, youth group leaders, camp counselors and guardians.</p><p>Certification Received: American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid & CPR (valid for two years)</p>Taylor Swift "Shake It Off" Line Dancehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10482/summer-2024/taylor-swift-shake-it-off-line-dance2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join the upbeat vibe of Taylor Swift's lively song, where you're encouraged to dance, sing and "Shake it off"! Gather friends for an hour of carefree fun, dancing the night away!</p><hr>
<p>No partner required!</p>Private Music Lessons at MCEC (summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10282/summer-2024/private-music-lessons-at-mcec-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Students of all ages and abilities are welcome! Our instructors will help new students develop their musical skills and experienced students grow and excel. Weekly private lessons in piano, guitar, band and orchestra instruments can be scheduled during the daytime through early evening hours. </p><p>The 8-week summer session starts on June 17 with no lessons on June 19 and the week of July 4. Please indicate your preferred lesson date and time when registering. Individual lesson times will be confirmed starting in early June. Students will need to bring in their own instruments besides piano. </p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Minnetonka Music Academy Summer Lesson Policies:</strong></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Dates of Private Lessons:</strong></p><p>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</p><p>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</p><p>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</p><p>Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Private Music Lesson Teachers at MCEC</strong></p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Monday</span></em></p><p>Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Tuesday </span></em></p><p>Liz Anderson (piano, flute, trumpet)</p><p>Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet)</p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Wednesday</span></em></p><p>Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin)</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 230, 148);"><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Thursday</span></em></span></p><p>Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p>Candy Labhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10565/summer-2024/candy-lab2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>It’s time to have delicious fun as you discover the amazing science behind your favorite sweets. Have a blast as we create tasty Gummy Bears, mix up yummy edible slime, mix up totally awesome sugary mixes and design packing for your creations. </p><p>As you do, learn about the science and chemistry of food as well as interesting STEAM concepts. We’ll make it even sweeter with other exciting activities. </p><p>Not recommended for kids with food allergies.</p><p>Not all projects will be edible.</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Harry Potter Hullabaloo 2http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10508/summer-2024/harry-potter-hullabaloo-22024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Jump on the Hogwarts Express at Platform 9 ¾ for Harry Potter fun. Design and create your own Tri-Wizard cup tournament, plant mandrakes in Professor Sprout’s Herbology Class, send owlers and howlers to your friends, experiment with delectable concoctions in our Honeydukes cooking class and more! </p><p>Don’t worry if you haven’t taken Harry Potter Hullabaloo 1, you can jump right into the fun!</p><p>Please bring a bag lunch, water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Harry Potter Hullabaloo 3http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10509/summer-2024/harry-potter-hullabaloo-32024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Jump into your Harry Potter portal or use your floo powder to transport yourself back to Hogwarts for another great session of Harry Potter fun. Experience the magical world of Harry Potter’s adventures. </p><p>You will tame a spinning serpent in Hagrid’s Magical Creature Class, design and create a Harry Potter prophecy game, make a dancing wand and more! We will create the Ministry of Magic, where you and your friends will visit magical “rooms” watch out for the falling prophecy orbs! </p><p>Don’t worry if you haven’t taken Harry Potter Hullabaloo 1 or 2, you can jump right into the fun!</p><p>Please bring a bag lunch, water bottle and nut free snack.</p>DIY Natural Product Making Workshophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10444/summer-2024/diy-natural-product-making-workshop2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Show yourself a little self-love by making some natural gifts for yourself! All the products contain few ingredients and are completely NATURAL (using ingredients from the food co-op and essential oils).</p><p>Open to all.</p><p>All supplies are included.</p><hr>
<p><strong>Day 1:</strong> Chocolate Mint Lip Balm, Contouring/Blush Powder</p><p><strong>Day 2:</strong> Peppermint Bath Salts, Shower Bombs</p><p><strong>Day 3:</strong> Makeup Remover, Lavender Eyelash Growth Serum</p><p><strong>Day 4:</strong> Coconut Oil Deodorant, Activated Charcoal Whitening Toothpaste</p><hr>Virtual Reality Codinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10580/summer-2024/virtual-reality-coding2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Design, develop and create 3D Virtual Reality environments and characters to make your own 3D games and other virtual reality projects on Metaverse’s new platform, Hatch. </p><p>Hatch is an incredibly fun and stimulating way to learn STEM! This class is ideal for individuals who are passionate about technology, coding, and want to explore the limitless possibilities of VR. VR programs can be viewed on most mobile phones, and VR Systems like oculus or google cardboard. </p><p>Bring a USB drive to save your games on the last day.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Crazy Chemistryhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10505/summer-2024/crazy-chemistry2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Investigate the Periodic Table and learn about its families with fun and exciting experiments as we discover the science side of STEM. We will break some chemical bonds, get messy with polymers and much more. </p><p> Our classes are hands-on...so be sure to dress for a mess</p>Mega Mess Makinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10665/summer-2024/mega-mess-making2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Paint with plaster, tie-dye, make papier mache birds and fling paint like Jackson Pollock as you learn art terms along the way. </p><p>These are not projects to tackle at home- leave the mess with us. After all, art can be a mega, messy good time! </p><p>Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.</p>Jumpstart Math & Reading: Chinesehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10499/summer-2024/jumpstart-math-reading-chinese2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Review essential reading and math skills before the new school year. You will work in small groups (3-6 students) to brush up on grade level material, all in Chinese! </p><p>Please note: the grade level refers to the grade the child is entering in the 2024-25 school year.</p><hr><p><strong></strong></p>Nailed It - Hawaii Challengehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10667/summer-2024/nailed-it-hawaii-challenge2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Ready to take on some serious island challenges? Be ready to create rad surfboards, thrilling Tiki sculptures, volcanoes that really light up… and so much more. </p><p>We can't wait to see if you've got what it takes to master this "Nailed It!" Hawaii challenge - no baking here; only sculpting, painting & collaging galore! </p><p>Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.</p>PJ's & the Mastershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10657/summer-2024/pj-s-the-masters2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Roll out of bed and come to camp to make friends with Picasso, Cassatt, Van Gogh and others masters as we learn about art history and each artist’s talents and techniques. All while wearing your jammies! </p><p>You will enjoy painting, sculpting, drawing, and printmaking while creating your own fantastic works of art. Master artists’ work will be presented as inspiration during this fun and educational camp. Why come to camp in your PJs? Because every kid is just a little bit more creative while wearing their slippers!</p><p>Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.</p>Scent-sational Arthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10658/summer-2024/scent-sational-art2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Come for the pretty pineapple printmaking, but stay for the sweet citrus scent! Draw, paint, sculpt and more with a very special twist- these SCENT-SATIONAL works of art all smell as sweet as they look! </p><p>Come learn the secret ingredients for sweet-smelling artwork as we create cute pointillism cupcakes, a field of tulips, and more. Yes, you read it all right- this class is full of scratch and sniff artwork that smells as sweet as it looks! </p><p>Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.</p>Jr. Digging for Dinoshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10584/summer-2024/jr-digging-for-dinos2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>There has been an amazing discovery, Paleontologists have just uncovered a million-year-old dig site that is full of fossils! These fossils include dinosaur bones, imprints, eggs and more! Your help is needed to excavate these fossils and move them to museums. </p><p>In these lessons, you will learn about engineering, mathematics, dinosaurs and fossils as they work as paleontologists and engineers.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Camp Half Bloodhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10510/summer-2024/camp-half-blood2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Were you struck by The Lightning Thief and the Adventures of Percy Jackson? Join us on a quest with your demigod friends as we construct an edible Mount Olympus, create our own “bronze” swords and travel through the labyrinth.</p><p>Don’t delay; sign up today! </p><p>Please bring a bag lunch, water bottle and nut-free snack.</p>Minnetonka Youth Theatre: Acting IIIhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10670/summer-2024/minnetonka-youth-theatre-acting-iii2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for a fun-filled week focused on the craft of acting. This is a level three acting class for students ready to take their performance skills to the next level. Learn about acting methods, creating believable characters, acing the audition, cold reads, improv skills, scene work and more.</p><p>Students should bring a bag lunch and water bottle.</p><hr><p><strong></strong></p>Best Ever Silly, Messy, Wacky Arthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10610/summer-2024/best-ever-silly-messy-wacky-art2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you ready to create the craziest art you could imagine, using the silliest, messiest and coolest art techniques you’ve ever tried? Roll up your sleeves and get ready for tons of silly, messy fun!</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Boulder Pointe Equestrian - Week-long Horse Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10478/summer-2024/boulder-pointe-equestrian-week-long-horse-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Experience everyday life at a barn! You’ll experience daily riding, learn how to braid manes and tails with ribbon, groom and care for the horses (including bathing) and care for them at the end of the day. </p><p>Spend time outdoors and build lasting friendships with fellow horse lovers in a structured and positive environment. </p><p> Campers are broken into smaller groups of similar riding experience, which is perfect for both the new and more experienced riders. At the end of the week, parents and family are invited to a performance to see what their camper has been learning! Please note that riding takes up about 1 hour per day in an arena, no trails and consist of learning to how to steer, stop, turn, and walk/trot on their own. Campers will spend time on the ground with horses throughout the rest of the day. Drop-off is at 9am and pickup is 3pm each day Monday through Friday. Sorry we do not allow parents to stay for the day. However there is a “show” for the parents Fridays of week-long camps at 1:30pm! This is a great time to take pictures, watch your child ride and meet their horse they worked during the week. </p><p> <strong>WHAT DO CAMPERS NEED TO BRING?</strong> ● Long pants, closed toe shoes, appropriate clothes for weather inside/outside of the barn. ● No flip flops. ● Sunscreen/hat/bug spray ● Water bottle/drinks/snacks and a lunch ● Treats for the horses if you want ● Helmets are provided. </p><p> <strong style="background-color: initial;">WEATHER:</strong> Camps are held rain or shine, as we have an indoor barn and arena. <br> </p><p> <strong>FORMS:</strong> Release and Liability Form one per person, electronically completed on our website <a href="https://www.horseridingrocks.com/forms.html">Forms</a></p>Master Minecraft Modderhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10558/summer-2024/master-minecraft-modder2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>It’s adventure time in Minecraft and time to learn to Mod Minecraft! Explore awesome mods such as industrial craft and Parzi’s SW Mod to create automated factories, working vehicles and a jetpack!</p><p>Using Minecraft EDU, you’ll learn the ins and outs of creating a custom adventure map, programming teleporters and using WordEdit to instantly create massive structures. Learn to use custom tools to create your own unique skins. </p><p> An immersive camp for both beginner and advanced Minecraft fans..</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Kids in the Kitchenhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10442/summer-2024/kids-in-the-kitchen2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>If you can take the heat, get in this kitchen! Come join Jackie for a holistic week of cooking, learning and delicious foods! Make Banana Flax Muffins, Mini Hamburger Bites, Healthy Apple Nachos, Salted Almond Ice Cream, and MORE!</p><p>All supplies are included.</p><hr>
<p><strong>Day 1:</strong> Breakfast - Banana Flax Muffins Flourless Strawberry/Raspberry Pancakes </p><p><strong>Day 2:</strong> Lunch - Mini Hamburger Bites Sweet Potato Fries </p><p><strong>Day 3:</strong> Snacks - Healthy Apple Nachos Cinnamon Roll Smoothies </p><p><strong>Day 4:</strong> Desserts - Salted Almond Ice Cream Chocolate Blueberry Shakes</p><hr>Etiquette, Manners, Social Skills, Oh My!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10600/summer-2024/etiquette-manners-social-skills-oh-my2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get set-up for social skills success! Build your self-confidence as you learn important skills that help you to succeed. </p><p>Make an outstanding first impression, speak with confidence, use great manners, dine with distinction and much more! Each class is packed with information, interaction and a lot of FUN! </p><p>You will be encouraged to practice the skills that were learned following each class.</p>Kids Culinary Institute: Everyday Favoriteshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10428/summer-2024/kids-culinary-institute-everyday-favorites2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn cooking and baking skills as we prepare a different meal each day. Learn how to make breakfast sandwiches, cinnamon rolls, quesadillas, baked macaroni and cheese, desserts and yummy snacks using healthy ingredients. </p><p>Kids Culinary Institute apron and recipe booklet included in class fee.</p>Kung Fu - Wu Shuhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10491/summer-2024/kung-fu-wu-shu2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join a fun, progressive, full-participation class and learn exercises that will strengthen your mind and body. Learn skills while building muscle, power, flexibility and agility while improving your awareness, self-esteem and confidence.</p><p>Belt testing is optional with an additional fee. Uniforms are available for purchase, but are not required. Instrument and Sparring classes are available upon instructor referral. To register for an instrument or sparring class, please call 952-401-6800.</p><p>National Treasure Kung Fu, Inc. is directed by SiFu Al Lam, International Master. Temple-trained in Mainland China, Si-Fu is a Hong Kong Champion and has over 35 years of teaching experience with youth and adults. He was the instructor of the University of Minnesota Chinese Kung Fu Club for 13 years and was awarded "Instructor of the Year" by the University Recreational Sports Department.</p>3D Printing: Build Your Own Robothttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10593/summer-2024/3d-printing-build-your-own-robot2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>3D Printing is here to stay! Learn the ropes of 3D modeling and printing and use Tinkercad to design parts of your robot. By the end of the week you’ll have two Dc-powered robots (a sketchbot and a drive bot). </p><p>This class is for students who have no or limited experience with 3D Printing and is ideal for students who like to draw, design and see their creations come to life. </p><p>You must be comfortable with using a laptop and mouse to design your creations.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Preschool Piano Lessons at Excelsior (Summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10629/summer-2024/preschool-piano-lessons-at-excelsior-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong></strong></p><p>Start your child's musical journey with us! Our professional piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books specially written for young beginners. These are eight, 30-min weekly private lessons. </p><p>Lessons start on the week of June 17, no lessons on the week of July 1. Register online and you will be contacted to confirm lesson time in early June. Please call 952-401-6846 with any questions.</p><p>2023-24 Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong>Missed Lessons</strong>: Unfortunately, we cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><p>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</p><p>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 </p><p>Wednesday: 6/19, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14</p><p>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/17 </p><p><strong>MMA Preschool Piano Lesson Teachers </strong></p><p><em style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Wednesday</span></em></p><p>Mikayla Peterson</p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Thursday</span></em></p><p>Mikayla Peterson</p>Kids vs. Wildhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10548/summer-2024/kids-vs-wild2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>You and your team will be challenged to create cool gadgets to “survive” in the wild! Challenges include: engineering a periscope, harnessing the power of the sun to cook, creating a device for drinkable water and so much more. </p><p>Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? You'll return transformed from this cool adventure!</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Mixture Madnesshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10504/summer-2024/mixture-madness2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Pour, mix, measure and stir! Explore the world of chemistry while exploring States of Matter. Create slime while learning about polymers, have fun with magical crystals while learning about absorption and more. </p><p>Be sure to dress so you can get messy as we explore these and other fascinating mixtures.</p>Boulder Pointe Equestrian - Horse Day Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10476/summer-2024/boulder-pointe-equestrian-horse-day-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn what it's like to have a horse for a day! Ride in the indoor and/or outdoor arenas (no trails), practice steering, stopping, turning and walking on your own. You’ll also care for the horses; a big part of ownership!</p><p>You may also make horse treats, do a craft, and play games. </p><p>Campers are broken into smaller groups based on similar riding experience and age, which is perfect for both new and more experienced riders! </p><p>Parent Drop-off is at 9am and Parent pickup is 3pm. Sorry we do not allow parents to stay for the day. </p><p> <strong>WHAT DO CAMPERS NEED TO BRING?</strong> ● Long pants, closed toe shoes, appropriate clothes for weather inside and outside of barn. ● No flip flops. ● Sunscreen/hat/bug spray ● Water bottle/drinks/snacks and a lunch ● Treats for the horses if you want ● Helmets are provided. </p><p> <strong style="background-color: initial;">WEATHER:</strong> Camps are held rain or shine, as we have an indoor barn and arena. <br> </p><p> <strong>FORMS:</strong> Release and Liability Form one per person, electronically completed on our website <a href="https://www.horseridingrocks.com/forms.html">Forms</a></p>Volleyball Summer Camps - Advancedhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10514/summer-2024/volleyball-summer-camps-advanced2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Led by the MHS Varsity Volleyball coaching staff and players. These sessions are geared for girls and boys preparing for high school volleyball at MHS.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and wear a shirt long enough to tuck in. Each participant will receive a summer camp t-shirt.</p>Art Blasthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10602/summer-2024/art-blast2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Let the good times roll as we create projects with art materials such as watercolors, pastels, clay, canvas and more! We’ll draw, paint, sculpt, and collage amazing projects to take home. </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>T-Ball Skillshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10447/summer-2024/t-ball-skills2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Energetic instructors will have your young player throwing, catching, batting off of a tee and running bases in a fun environment. </p><p>Our goal is to teach children the basics of the game through drills, skills, and mini scrimmages, while emphasizing participation, team work, and sportsmanship.</p><p>The season is made up of one 45-minute skills class each week for six weeks. T-shirts will be provided. Each player needs to bring a glove, hat and water bottle. Classes will be held regardless of weather. We will go into the gym if it is raining or too hot. </p>Bob Ross Landscape Oil Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10360/summer-2024/bob-ross-landscape-oil-painting2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Paint your very own Bob Ross replica landscape on a 20 x 16 canvas. The relaxed and calm atmosphere will allow you to enjoy the step-by-step presentation to help you create your own masterpiece.</p><hr><p>Each session provides a different landscape. All equipment and materials will be provided. Bring an apron or smock if you wish.</p>Gentle Yogahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10698/summer-2024/gentle-yoga2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>A blend of gentle movement, classic yoga poses and breath practices. Gentle Yoga promotes physical and mental balance, increases flexibility and strength, reduces stress and improves breathing.</p><hr>
<p>For all levels.</p><p>Please bring a yoga mat. If you need to purchase one, we have premium mats available at MCEC. Students are also encouraged to bring a blanket and yoga blocks.</p>Study Skillshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10437/summer-2024/study-skills2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to set & reach academic goals, effective note-taking methods, strategies for retaining learning, reading comprehension strategies, how to increase focus and on-task behaviors, how to stay motivated during the school year, how to create great work habits and more. </p><p>Please Note: There is a Head Start Algebra 1 immediately before this class and a Head Start Geometry immediately after for any student who wishes to do both.</p>Tonka Tutoringhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10660/summer-2024/tonka-tutoring2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Unlock your full potential through one-on-one, personalized instruction. By identifying your individual needs, our private tutors can provide tailored tutoring services that align with the District curriculum.</p><p>Whether you are in elementary, middle, or high school, Tonka Tutoring will create personalized learning strategies to help students master their academic work and improve their confidence and level of achievement. Most tutors are licensed teachers who bring years of classroom experience. They take pride in the personalized attention given to each student and provide encouragement, motivation and positive interaction.</p><p><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">TUTORING PACKAGES SHOULD BE PURCHASED AFTER S</span></em></strong><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">ESSIONS HAVE BEEN SCHEDULED.</span></em></strong></p><p>Please fill out the Tonka Tutoring Interest Form linked below. Do not purchase sessions until you have filled out the interest form and have been matched with a tutor. You will be contacted once a tutor becomes available.</p><p><a href="https://forms.gle/oMXnTBPnweVoQkUR8"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 242, 202);"><span style="background-color: rgb(215, 227, 188);"></span></span></a><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedHGOsUgevMyMdskijjYxeROPSSWpNkJmExj9jzp8L1OZ_ow/viewform" target="_blank">Tonka Tutoring Interest Form 2024 Summer</a></p><p>Weekly, 50-minute tutoring sessions are available in packages of 4, 8, 12 or 20 sessions. </p><p>4 sessions $209</p><p>8 sessions $375</p><p>12 sessions $539</p><p>20 sessions $809</p><p>If you have any questions, please email tonka.tutoring@minnetonkaschools.org.</p>Elementary Summer Cheerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10454/summer-2024/elementary-summer-cheer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the sport of cheerleading in a fun, team-focused environment. Coaches will emphasize skill development, safety, teamwork, good sportsmanship and making good choices to become a better athlete. </p><p>No cheer experience necessary. </p>Private Tennis Lessons - Youthhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10387/summer-2024/private-tennis-lessons-youth2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Private lessons offer one-on-one or small group instruction to work on your game. One registration is good for two lessons, which will be at either Minnetonka Middle School East or West depending on the day. For questions, contact Andy at 952-401-6831 or Andrew.Coutts@minnetonkaschools.org.</p><p>* Personal rackets required. </p><p>* Children should be at a similar ability level if doing a joint lesson.</p><p>1 student for two 45-minute lessons: $89</p><p>2 students for two 45-minute lessons: $99</p><p>3 students for two 45-minute lessons: $109</p>IlluminARThttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10656/summer-2024/illuminart2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get ready to light up the night with art! Use clay, paint and other luminescent materials to craft extraordinary pieces of art that really glow-in-the-dark. Let your creativity shine bright! </p><p>Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.</p>Amazing Athleteshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10359/summer-2024/amazing-athletes2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Let's get active! Experience an educational sports and fitness program that teaches the fundamentals and mechanics of nine ball sports and seven key areas of motor development.</p><p>Build self-confidence, practice teamwork and improve fine and gross motor skills with us! In this non-competitive environment, you will increase your cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, hand-eye coordination and reaction time. Each class encompasses two different developmental sport lessons, muscle identification and fruit or vegetable introduction, using fun activities so they can build their skills, at their own pace, in a non-competitive atmosphere. Parents are not required to stay, but are welcome. </p><p>For more information about Amazing Athletes of Southwest Metro, please <a href="http://www.amazingathletes.com/category/provider-categories/about-us?author_name=swmetro&franchise_id=66" style="background-color: initial;">click here</a>.</p>Middle School Summer Math by Mailhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10451/summer-2024/middle-school-summer-math-by-mail2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Looking to review and enrich your math skills this summer? Math by Mail lets you take your math enrichment everywhere you go this summer. Let’s crunch some numbers!</p><p>For Students Entering Grades 6-8</p><p>Support and review concepts encountered in the previous school year in this 8-week correspondence program. Completed packets are mailed in for feedback and corrections and will be mailed back to students.</p><p>This 8-week program includes a pretest/questionnaire to individualize students' experience. Packets include up to three concepts, vocabulary and/or problem solving skills that align with the Minnesota State Math Standards. </p><p>Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 4th</p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"></span></strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>Competition Cheer Teamhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10456/summer-2024/competition-cheer-team2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Athletes will experience the sport of cheer in a fun, team-focused and competitive environment. Coaches will emphasize safety, teamwork, good sportsmanship and making good choices to become a better athlete and prepare athletes for future, higher level, cheer teams.</p><p>The Middle School Competitive Cheer team is designed for grades 5-9 and is focused on fostering development in the sport of cheerleading.</p><p>Previous cheer/gymnastics/dance experience is helpful for participating on this team, but not mandatory. The season runs July-January. July & August practices are from 6:00-9:00 pm on Tuesdays. September-January practices are Tuesdays and Thursday nights at Minnetonka Middle School East from 6:00 - 8:30 pm. This is a competitive team - all practices are mandatory and critical to team safety and success. Participants are expected to fully commit to the team and be present prior to signing up and becoming a member. The team will perform at middle school sporting events, community events, and local/state cheer competitions.</p><p><strong>*Please Note The Universal Cheer Association (UCA) states that participants have to attend a Minnetonka School to be eligible for this Minnetonka program.</strong></p><p><strong>Team Clinic & Team Try-outs:</strong></p><p><strong>Clinic Days: </strong>June 22nd & 23rd -- 8:00am-12:00pm</p><p style="margin-left: 20px;">-Coaches will be teaching Tryout Materials</p><p><strong>Tryouts: </strong>June 25th 6:00pm-9:00pm</p><p>Class fee covers: Full uniform and fees for events. </p>Paint Like the Mastershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10472/summer-2024/paint-like-the-masters2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Craft an 8 x 10-inch acrylic landscape inspired by a master artist's style. Explore the artist's history, follow step-by-step guidance, and create your own masterpiece in this engaging course.</p><hr>
<p>June: Paint Like Sisley. Create an acrylic landscape of a misty morning.</p><p>July: Paint Like Monet. Create an acrylic landscape of poplar trees.</p>Elementary Cheer Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10455/summer-2024/elementary-cheer-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the fundamentals of cheerleading and learn a cheer routine with your team! Coaches will emphasize safety, skill development and sportsmanship.</p><p>Shirt and hair bow will be provided. Parents are welcome to attend the last practice to watch their performance! More details will follow.</p>Ultimate Pokémon STEAM Adventurehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10554/summer-2024/ultimate-pokemon-steam-adventure2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Gotta catch ‘em all! Engineer your very own Pokémon Light-Up Card, create an amazing Pokémon-themed Night Lamp, tinker a marching Pokémon, build a Pokéball launcher and many more fun STEAM activities. </p><p>Don’t forget to bring your Pokémon Cards so you can trade with friends at the end of each camp day!</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Bicycle Repair and Maintenance: Advancedhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10645/summer-2024/bicycle-repair-and-maintenance-advanced2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Build off of your basic knowledge of bike repair and advance your skills in this 3-hour class. </p><hr><p>Major focus will be on identification of bicycle parts, trailside repair, shifting adjustments, brake adjustments, chain maintenance, how to repair/replace a tube (flat tire), how to safety check your bike. We will also learn basic wheel truing, replacing a chain, how to replace brake and shifting cables. Great value if you factor in a tune up!</p>RC Car Racinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10570/summer-2024/rc-car-racing2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Take the wheel of a 1:10 scale RC car as you race through a fully set-up track, complete with turns, bumps and jumps. </p><p>The evening will be divided into training followed by an hour of driving.</p>Bicycle Repair and Maintenance: Beginnerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10644/summer-2024/bicycle-repair-and-maintenance-beginner2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn basic bike set-up, identification, shifting adjustments, brake adjustments, how to safely check your bike, preparing a bike for selling, as well as many other helpful tips and tricks.</p><hr><p>Time will be available to fix many of the mechanical issues you are facing. Bringing in a bike is encouraged. We will be able to use your bike and make the adjustments learned!</p>Yang Tai Chi Short Formhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10627/summer-2024/yang-tai-chi-short-form2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Reduce stress, strengthen the body, and restore internal and external balance. This exercise requires the ability to stoop, turn and change directions.</p><p>Recommended by top medical universities/organizations.</p><p>Not suitable for some physical conditions.</p>Intensive Sewinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10741/summer-2024/intensive-sewing2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the art of sewing in this hands-on workshop, where students learn basic skills, create projects from scratch using both manual techniques and sewing machines, and take their projects home!</p><hr><p>All material included.</p>Minecraft World Edithttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10563/summer-2024/minecraft-world-edit2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the ins & outs of Minecraft World Edit and take your Minecraft skills to the next level. Learn how to modify the way Minecraft is played as you explore awesome commands to build your very own project. </p><p>Time allowing, the camp also includes fun tutorial maps, architecture building, and even modifying the terrain.</p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Extreme Robo-Games: Battlebot Olympicshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10574/summer-2024/extreme-robo-games-battlebot-olympics2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Work in small teams using the EV3 Mindstorms Robotic Systems and specialized LEGO® Technic™ engineering components to build extreme robots and run programs to experiment with and overcome Olympic-style challenges. </p><p>You’ll be challenged to morph your projects into better, stronger, or faster robots. </p><p>Possible robotic projects include Shot Put Launcher, Flipping Gymnast, Sumobot, and more. </p><p>You will be working in small teams of 2-3.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>3-on-3 Hoops Skills Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10727/summer-2024/3-on-3-hoops-skills-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This dynamic and intensive basketball training program is designed to enhance the skills of young athletes in a fun and competitive environment.</p><p>The camp focuses on developing the fundamental skills necessary for success in 3v3 basketball, including ball-handling, shooting, passing, and defensive techniques. Led by experienced coaches and trainers, participants will have the opportunity to improve their game, learn new strategies, and compete with other players of similar age and skill levels.</p><p>Whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, this will be an exciting and challenging basketball experience for all!</p>String Chamber Orchestrahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10653/summer-2024/string-chamber-orchestra2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Keep your instruments tuned up and get a head start on your return to orchestra in the fall! This summer orchestra experience is an opportunity to play with your classmates and other orchestra students in the district.</p><p>Through fun, full-string-orchestra pieces, we will refresh the skills you learned in 4th grade and get your fingers, instruments and bows ready for the new techniques and skills to come in 5th grade. The Beginning Summer Chamber Orchestra is specifically targeted toward Minnetonka orchestra students who have completed 4th grade orchestra and are registered for 5th grade orchestra this fall. However, any beginning string student who has been playing their instrument for one year is welcome to join. </p><p>Please come prepared on the first day with: your instrument, bow, and necessary accessories. Please also set aside time to practice at home during that week. Students must attend all four sessions of this performance-based program. The final performance will be on the last day at 3 p.m. </p>Quickstart Orchestra/Cellohttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10647/summer-2024/quickstart-orchestra-cello2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all incoming beginning orchestra students! Through the small group setting, we will learn how to take care of your new instrument, touch up note-reading skills and other music terms before school starts. </p><p>All classes are held in the Media Center at Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW). The Media Center should not be used as a waiting area for families during the class. No food or drinks are allowed in the Media Center.</p><p>Please remind the students to bring the instruments and the suggested top 10 list of items. The Top 10 list of items was included in your orientation package received in late Spring from your school orchestra teacher.</p>*NEW* Chinese Band Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10746/summer-2024/new-chinese-band-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling students in drums, piano, strings, guitar, wood wind and brass instrument students! Let's get together and learn the traditional and contemporary Chinese music in the N<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Numbered_musical_notation" style="background-color: initial;">umbered Musical Notation</a>, that many Chinese songs are composed in this format. </p>Summer Skills Review Bookshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10450/summer-2024/summer-skills-review-books2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Maintain your math, reading and language skills this summer. The included answer sheets allow you to work at your own pace—no need to mail anything to a scoring center.</p><p>This program is written in accordance with the national standards. </p><p>It is recommended that students spend approximately one hour per week on packets. </p><p>These packets are designed to review material and maintain skills, therefore you should register for the grade you are in for the 2023-2024 school year. </p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="color: rgb(155, 187, 89);"><br></span></span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="color: rgb(155, 187, 89);">Why Summer Skills?</span></span></strong></p><ul>
<li>Requiring only 20 minutes per day, 3-4 times per week, for ten weeks means kids will actually do them. </li>
<li> Their single-subject focus reinforces important subject matter while pinpointing areas of weakness. </li>
<li> The mixed-skills concept ensures that a variety of concepts is reviewed in each lesson. </li>
<li> They include all answers for immediate feedback. </li>
<li> Our books meet or exceed all state standards and the Core Curriculum. </li>
<li> The books focus on the subject matter, not games or busy work.</li>
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<strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">Registration deadline: May 28</span></strong></p><hr><p>
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<td><span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);"><strong>Math Skills Sharpener:<br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1yhvWOwCntUNt0C2bapFufcqlKlssReGb" style="background-color: initial;">Pre-K Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_50213/Kindergarten_Math" style="background-color: initial;">Kindergarten Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_50220/1st_Grade_Math" style="background-color: initial;">1st Grade Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_50221/2nd_Grade_Math" style="background-color: initial;">2nd Grade Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_50223/3rd_Grade_Math" style="background-color: initial;">3rd Grade Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_50224/4th_Grade_Math" style="background-color: initial;">4th Grade Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_50225/5th_Grade_Math" style="background-color: initial;">5th Grade Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_50226/6th_Grade_Math" style="background-color: initial;">6th Grade Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_50227/7th_Grade_Math" style="background-color: initial;">7th Grade Math</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51203/Basic_Math_Review_for_the_Middle_Grades" style="background-color: initial;">Basic Math Review for the Middle Grades</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51204/Prealgebra">Pre-Algebra Review</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51205/Algebra_I" style="background-color: initial;">Algebra I</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51206/Geometry_I" style="background-color: initial;">Geometry I</a><br></strong><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51207/High_School_Math" style="background-color: initial;"><strong>High School Math</strong></a></span></td>
<td><span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);"><strong>Language Arts Review:<br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51413/Pre-Kindergarten_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;">Pre-K Language Arts</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51233/Kindergarten_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;">Kindergarten Language Arts</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51234/1st_Grade_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;">1st Grade Language Arts</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51235/2nd_Grade_Language_Arts">Grade Language Arts</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51236/3rd_Grade_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;">3rd Grade Language Arts</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51237/4th_Grade_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;">4th Grade Language Arts</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51238/5th_Grade_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;">5th Grade Language Arts</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51239/6th_Grade_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;">6th Grade Language Arts</a><br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51411/7th_Grade_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;">7th Grade Language Arts</a><br></strong><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51412/High_School_Prep_Language_Arts" style="background-color: initial;"><strong>High School Prep Language Arts</strong></a></span></td>
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<span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);"><strong>Spanish:<br></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51414/Spanish_I_Review">Spanish I Review</a> </strong>- Recommended for Middle / High School<strong><br></strong><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_51415/Spanish_II_Review" style="background-color: initial;"><strong>Spanish II Review</strong></a> - Recommended for High School<br><br><br></span><strong><span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);">Study Skills:<br></span></strong><a href="http://www.summerskills.com/_literature_123864/Study_Skills_Sharpener" style="background-color: initial;"><strong>Study Skills Sharpener</strong></a> - Recommended for Grade 7 through High School</td>
</tr></tbody></table><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Registration Links BELOW</span></span></span></strong></p>*NEW* Beginning Guitar Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10416/summer-2024/new-beginning-guitar-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us and learn how to play guitar this summer! We will learn to read notes through tablature and the staff as well as chords and strumming techniques. </p><p>Participants will need to bring in their own guitars.</p>5th Grade Orchestra Group Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10289/summer-2024/5th-grade-orchestra-group-lessons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Don't miss the opportunity to touch up on what you learned in 4th grade orchestra! Let's review last year's music and sharpen your skills before school starts.</p>Ocean Wave Acrylic Pourhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10473/summer-2024/ocean-wave-acrylic-pour2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to create a unique, quick and expressive ocean wave acrylic painting. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show, creating dynamic results.</p><p>Create a beautiful ocean scene painting following step-by-step instructions, all while learning about composition and color mixing. No experience is necessary and all supplies are included. Each class can stand alone or take all to build more skills.</p>Cheer Stunt Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10760/summer-2024/cheer-stunt-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn and practice the fundamentals and safety cheer stunts. All stunts will be geared towards Elementary kids. Coaches will emphasize safety, skill development and sportsmanship.</p><p>Cheerleading experience is not required but is encouraged. </p><p>Shirt and hair bow will be provided. Parents are welcome to attend the last practice to watch their performance! More details will follow.</p>Women's Advanced Beginner Tennishttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10706/summer-2024/women-s-advanced-beginner-tennis2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>For women with some tennis experience who would like to take their play to the next level. Learn to sustain longer rallies and improve your serve and your volleys. Refresh your tennis vocabulary and improve your techniques. </p><p>We have lots of new equipment available to use during class. Non-marking shoes required along with your enthusiasm to have some fun tearing up the courts!</p>Soccer Shots Premierhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10354/summer-2024/soccer-shots-premier2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"></span></p><p>Develop individual skills, fitness and sportsmanship through soccer. You’ll be challenged through fun games and team interaction and introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate manner. </p><p>All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Soccer Shots, please <a href="https://www.soccershots.org/minneapolis/" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>Funny Kitchen Cartoonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10631/summer-2024/funny-kitchen-cartoons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to illustrate the thing we all love to do - eat! Draw, decorate, build and color everything in the kitchen that relates to cooking and baking. Prepare for artwork that looks good enough to eat! </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Anime Fashion Stylisthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10633/summer-2024/anime-fashion-stylist2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>If you have love for all things Manga and fashion, join us as we draw and color all things ANIME! Each day you will complete multiple pieces of artwork including manga hairstyles, school uniforms, fantasy costumes and more ARTastic drawings.</p>Favorite Apps and Gameshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10637/summer-2024/favorite-apps-and-games2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Art is all around us, including on phones and online! Learn new illustration and coloring techniques inspired by pixel block characters, plants, zombies and more. You’ll have a blast putting your own personal touches on some of your favorite apps and video games!</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Summerweenhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10638/summer-2024/summerween2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get ready for a one-of-a-kind fusion of Halloween spookiness and summer sunshine! It's a drawing workshop like no other, where beach vibes meet creepy delights. </p><p>You will indulge your artistic spirit in a unique blend of Halloween enchantment and summertime inspiration.</p>55+ Defensive Driving - Virtualhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10740/summer-2024/55-defensive-driving-virtual2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>**This is a live virtual ZOOM class. You will be able to interact with the instructor.**</p><p>Learn defensive driving techniques that can help prevent accidents. Adults 55 and older can save 10% on car insurance premiums in MN by completing this course. No written or behind-the-wheel test required.</p><hr><p>Minnesota law requires insurance companies to offer you a 10% reduction for three years if you complete the Minnesota Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course taught by professional, certified instructors. This course is two 4-hour online sessions - no driving test and no written test required. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate that you can share with your insurance provider. </p><p><strong>A Zoom link will be sent to the email address you provide during registration one week before the class begins. In addition to the virtual component, we'll be mailing you a blank certificate and work booklet to the address specified during registration. </strong><strong>For registrations made after the deadline, material pickup will be available at the Minnetonka Community Education Center. </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>Boating & Water Safetyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10540/summer-2024/boating-water-safety2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get certified and learn to safely operate boats and personal watercraft. Instruction emphasizes navigation, laws, ethics, personal safety and the proper use of boats and other watercraft.</p><p>Through successful completion of the course including the test, participants will receive their Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Youth Operator Permit. Recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard, approved by NASBLA and MN boating license agency.</p><p>To learn more about the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, please <a href="http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/index.html" target="_blank" style="background-color: initial;">Click Here</a>!</p>Tennis and Pickleballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10349/summer-2024/tennis-and-pickleball2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>We combine expert instruction and exciting activities that keep you engaged all day. With a low camper-to-instructor ratio and group pairings by age and skill, you’ll receive ample individual attention and proper instruction.
</p><p>Half the day is Pickleball and the other half Tennis with a 12-1pm supervised lunch break (participants bring their own lunch).</p>Tennishttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10346/summer-2024/tennis—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Develop tennis skills and knowledge through groundstroke, volley, serve and rally games and activities for all levels. Top-notch equipment and training materials are provided.</p><p>For more information about TGA, please <a href="http://www.playtga.com/chc">click here</a>.</p>Drone Racing and Rocket Launchinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10561/summer-2024/drone-racing-and-rocket-launching2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Race drones against your friends, learn about model rocketry, uncover the science behind flight and discover how to shoot rockets up to 300 feet into “space”! </p><p>Are you intrigued by Drones? Would you like to learn more about this amazing technology? What about learning to fly them and participate in aerial races? Then this camp is for you! </p><p> Please bring a peanut-free snack and beverage.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Middle & High School Tennis Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10385/summer-2024/middle-high-school-tennis-league2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Recreational league for moderate to experienced players. This league gives players a fun and competitive platform to improve their skills through various game formats. Players should be able to serve and hit groundstrokes. League participants are automatically entered into the Tonka Tennis Open as the culminating event for the league.</p>Tonka Summer Basketball Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10556/summer-2024/tonka-summer-basketball-league2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Form a team with your friends and compete in the Tonka Summer Basketball League! All games will take place at Minnetonka High School and will include professional referees.</p><p>Game nights will be Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting as early as 5:30 pm. Teams will be assigned into two divisions by grade level (9<sup>th</sup> & 10<sup>th</sup> graders together and 11<sup>th</sup> and 12<sup>th</sup> graders together) pending the number of registrations. Players will have to provide their own reversible jersey or light/dark shirts.</p><p>At the time of registration, students should include all friend requests to better allow MCE to match players up with one another. </p><p>Teams will receive their schedule on Friday, July 19.</p><h2></h2>Boulder Pointe Equestrian - 3 Day Horse Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10477/summer-2024/boulder-pointe-equestrian-3-day-horse-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Experience a mini-week long horse camp. Life in the barn will include daily riding, learning how to braid manes and tails with ribbon, groom and care for the horses and feeding. Spend time outdoors and build lasting friendships with fellow horse lovers. </p><p> Campers are broken into smaller groups of similar riding experience, which is perfect for both the new and more experienced riders. Please note that riding takes about 1 hour per day in an arena, no trails and consist of learning to how to steer, stop, turn, and walk/trot on their own. Campers will spend time on the ground with horses throughout the rest of the day. Parent Drop-off is at 9am and Parent pickup is 3pm. Sorry we do not allow parents to stay for the day. </p><p> <strong>WHAT DO CAMPERS NEED TO BRING?</strong> ● Long pants, closed toe shoes, appropriate clothes for weather inside and outside of barn. ● No flip flops. ● Sunscreen/hat/bug spray ● Water bottle/drinks/snacks and a lunch ● Treats for the horses if you want ● Helmets are provided. </p><p> <strong style="background-color: initial;">WEATHER:</strong> Camps are held rain or shine, as we have an indoor barn and arena. <br> </p><p> <strong>FORMS:</strong> Release and Liability Form one per person, electronically completed on our website <a href="https://www.horseridingrocks.com/forms.html">Forms</a></p>Summer Language Immersion: Camp Tonkahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10497/summer-2024/summer-language-immersion-camp-tonka2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for a week of language immersion! Practice Spanish or Chinese while participating in games, crafts, STEM activities and cultural lessons that focus on the week's theme.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle, nut free snack and wear recess attire.</p><p>Language experience not required.</p><hr>
<p><strong>Preschool Safari Adventure Week:</strong> Immerse your young learner in the Spanish or Chinese language and culture as they prepare for kindergarten. It will be a roaring good time! Students will learn through activities/games, arts/crafts, songs music and cultural elements.</p><hr>
<p><strong>The Great Outdoors Week: </strong>We can’t wait to spend a week with you learning Spanish or Chinese in and about the Great Outdoors. Get your hiking shoes ready for this in-tents adventure. Learn language through activities/games, arts/crafts, songs/music and cultural elements.</p><hr>
<p><strong>Around the World Week: </strong>Get ready to discover new songs, create your own instruments, and learn about music from Spanish or Chinese speaking countries. Get your passport ready for this adventurous week! Learn language through activities/games, arts/crafts, songs/music and cultural elements.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"></span></span></p>Trapped: Engineers Escape Roomhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10590/summer-2024/trapped-engineers-escape-room2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Escape this room! Problem-solving, creative plots, strategic thinking and teamwork under pressure makes escape rooms exciting and memorable. Get creative and build your own escape room to present on the last day for other teams to solve.</p><p>Each day starts with a simulated escape room where teams have to solve engineering challenges and puzzles in order to escape...like a Hijacked Plane, Underground Cave and a Locked Playroom. Engineering challenges include building straw rockets, parachutes, a flashlight, catapult and coding a robot. After escaping the room for the day, you will learn about the parts of an escape room and different types of puzzles. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Dungeons & Dragons STEAMhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10573/summer-2024/dungeons-dragons-steam2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the awesome world of Dungeons & Dragons! Learn about the game, create your own character and embark on a short, one-shot adventure. Participate in D&D-related STEAM activities, like creating your own D&D-inspired video game. </p><p>Bring a USB drive on the last day.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Wish Musical Theaterhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10432/summer-2024/wish-musical-theater2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>A Wish Worth Making! We will choose our characters, learn music and choreography from Wish and create our own musical. Learn how to properly speak your lines, block a scene, develop your character and much more. We will also play fun, creative games. </p><p>No experience necessary. All that is needed are comfortable clothing and lightweight sneakers or dance shoes, a nut free snack and a water bottle. </p><p>Friends and family are invited to a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes of the final class!</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><strong></strong></span></p>Robotic Builders: Marine Explorershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10572/summer-2024/robotic-builders-marine-explorers2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn about simple machines, engineering, programming and so much more. Possible models may include a scuba diver, clown fish, bathyscope, sea gulls, submarines and more.</p><p>The LEGO® Education WeDo Robotics Builder class allows students to explore different concepts in robotics. You will build LEGO® models featuring working motors, tilt sensors, motion detectors, and a LEGO® USB Robotics Hub. </p><p>You will be working in pairs.</p><p>LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p><p><em><u></u></em></p>Lacrossehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10599/summer-2024/lacrosse2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore a no-contact introduction to lacrosse. Discover the fundamentals, then train on stick-handling, cradling, passing and shooting in a dynamic and engaging environment. </p><p>Sticks and safety lacrosse balls are provided.</p><p>This is a non-contact camp, helmets, gloves, and mouth guards are not required but can be brought with and worn.</p><p>Instructed by DASH Sports.</p>Soccer Tykeshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10625/summer-2024/soccer-tykes2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Introduce your young athletes to the exciting game of soccer! Learn and practice key elements of dribbling, passing and shooting. Enjoy skill-based games to reinforce newly acquired skills in a fun engaging environment. </p><p>Athletes should bring a water bottle. Spikes and shin guards are optional. Soccer balls are provided.</p><p>Parent participation is required for the 2-3 year old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.</p>Athleticismhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10630/summer-2024/athleticism—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Unleash your athletic mastery in this dynamic camp. You’ll build athleticism through speed training, agility, endurance, body control and balance and so much more!</p><p>Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall athletic performance. Campers should wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle, snack and wear athletic clothing and shoes. </p>Introduction to Pickleballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10654/summer-2024/introduction-to-pickleball2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Dive into the exciting world of pickleball, a fusion of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Gain an introductory experience to the game learning serving, returning, volleys, overheads, and lobbing.</p><p>Emphasis is on technique and gameplay. Key elements of serving, returning, volleys, overheads, and lobbing will be taught and practiced. Camps end with games on the final day.</p><p>Pickleball paddles, balls and all other equipment are provided. Participants should bring a water bottle, wear athletic clothing, a snack, and a paddle (optional).</p>Sports Samplerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10661/summer-2024/sports-sampler—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Embark on a sports adventure! Participate in skills training and games. Sports include soccer, basketball and flag football. We provide all the equipment.</p><p>Athletes will spend roughly 1 hour learning and practicing each sport per day. Key sports skills will be taught and practiced in all 3 sports. Camp ends with games/scrimmages the final day for each sport, where athletes can showcase their skills.</p><p>Campers should wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle, snack and wear athletic shoes and clothing.</p>Youth Bowling Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10528/summer-2024/youth-bowling-league2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Spare, split, STRIKE! Learn the skills and techniques of the sport as well as etiquette, scoring and more. </p><p>No experience is necessary. All equipment is provided. Instructors are bowling center staff. </p>Shinrin Yoku - Forest Bathinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10410/summer-2024/shinrin-yoku-forest-bathing2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Experience an ancient wellness practice by joining us on an immersive, meditative and awe-inspiring Japanese forest bathing experience (Shinrin Yoku). Feel how nature’s fractals, sounds and sensations reduce your stress and enhance focus.</p><hr><p>Give yourself permission to slow down and connect your senses to the healing beauty of our metro area’s green forested spaces.</p><p> DAY OF WALK: • Please arrive at walk location 15 minutes prior to walk to allow for check-in and walk overview. • Late arrivals cannot be accommodated due to the immersive nature of the program. • This is a TECH-FREE experience, so please leave mobile phones in car for duration of walk.</p>Spanish Adventurehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10733/summer-2024/spanish-adventure2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Jump into this immersive experience for a week of singing, dancing, crafts and more. What a fun way to keep up your Spanish this summer! We hope to see you on an adventure soon!</p><p>This Spanish immersion day camp is for learners of all levels. Our mission is to inspire a love for Spanish so each camp activity is fun and engaging for kids! Campers participate in activities such as: games, outdoor exploration, cooking, art, singing, dancing, sports, team building, and problem solving puzzles. We use the immersion approach which means staff communicate in the target language of Spanish. While this may seem intimidating for beginner level learners, our counselors are trained to adapt to each child’s level. Most fears are put to rest when campers see the silliness that takes place when a language barrier is turned into a game of charades. Our counselors push higher level students by challenging them in communication and verbal expression skills. This camp is a great way for immersion students to maintain skills over the summer.</p><p>Please bring a nut free snack.</p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"></span></span></p>Pizza & Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10663/summer-2024/pizza-painting2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Indulge in a slice of creativity! Craft your own mouth-watering pizza, enjoy a movie and embark on an artistic journey with themed paintings. </p><p>Guided by a talented instructor, you'll follow along in creating your masterpiece, all while having the option to explore additional artworks. Get ready for a night bursting with flavor, laughter and boundless creativity! Join us for an evening that promises not just tasty bites but also a canvas filled with your imagination. It's a painting party like no other!</p><p><br>Allergy Alert: This class may use wheat, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soybeans, fish, or shellfish ingredients.</p>55+ Defensive Driving Refresherhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10335/summer-2024/55-defensive-driving-refresher2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>If you have taken a state-approved 8-hour defensive driving course (55+) in the past, you can renew your 10% car insurance discount by taking this 4-hour refresher course.</p><hr>
<p>This course is one 4-hour classroom session - there is no written or behind-the-wheel test. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate you can then share with your insurance provider. </p><p>The first and last name you enter when you register for the class will appear on the certificate. To ensure that you will receive your certificate at the end of class, register one week before the class date. If you register after that deadline, you will receive your certificate in the mail from the Minnesota Safety Council.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong></p>Frozen 2 Musical Theaterhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10435/summer-2024/frozen-2-musical-theater2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Into the Unknown! Learn music and choreography from our favorite frozen sequel and create our own musical! Learn how to properly speak your lines, block a scene, develop your character and much more. We will also play fun, creative games. </p><p>No experience necessary. All that is needed are comfortable clothing and lightweight sneakers or dance shoes, a nut free snack and a water bottle. </p><p>Friends and family are invited to a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes of the final class!</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><strong></strong></span></p>Tae Kwon Dohttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10711/summer-2024/tae-kwon-do2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn effective self-defense techniques and develop discipline, self-confidence, fitness and total health. Participants of all ages benefit from this traditional martial art. </p><hr>
<p>This is a great parent & child class. Wear comfortable clothing. Uniforms and gear may be purchased through the instructor.</p><p>Periodic testing is available for students wishing to advance their skills and attain their black belt.</p>STEM Basketballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10692/summer-2024/stem-basketball2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This program combines STEM‐based activities with teaching the fundamentals of basketball through skill‐based drills and scrimmages. Learn about velocity & acceleration, basketball shoe design, tracking with technology and more! Skyhawks puts the Sports in STEM.</p>STEM Volleyballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10693/summer-2024/stem-volleyball2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Combining STEM‐based activities with volleyball instruction, get behind the sport you love by learning about calculating contact time, optimal serving speed, the science behind serving and more!</p><p>Skyhawks puts the Sports in STEM.</p>Pickleball Fundamentalshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10347/summer-2024/pickleball-fundamentals2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn fundamentals using real equipment (all provided) through interactive games, drills and real matches. Explore relevant academic concepts through gameplay while putting into practice life skills such as sportsmanship, integrity, and perseverance.</p>Private Music Lessons at Excelsior (Summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10333/summer-2024/private-music-lessons-at-excelsior-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Students of all ages and abilities are welcome! Our instructors will help new students develop their musical skills and experienced students grow and excel. Weekly private lessons in piano, guitar, band and orchestra instruments can be scheduled during the daytime through early evening hours. The 8-week summer session starts on June 17 with no lessons the week of July 1. Please indicate your preferred lesson date and time when registering. Individual lesson times will be confirmed starting in early June. Students will need to bring in their own instruments besides piano.</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</strong></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><ul>
<li>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</li>
<li>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</li>
<li>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</li>
<li>Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21</li>
</ul><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Private Music Lesson Teachers at Excelsior: </strong></p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Monday</span></em></p><p>Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin)</p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Tuesday </span></em></p><p>Tom Just (piano, guitar, cello)</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Wednesday</span></p><p>Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet)</p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Thursday </span></em></p><p>Mikayla Peterson (piano, guitar, trumpet)</p>Adult/Child Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10467/summer-2024/adult-child-painting2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Working on a 16 x 20 canvas, you and your child will follow step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpiece!</p><p>This class is a fun "Date Night" for you and your child. No experience is necessary. </p><p>16 x 20 canvas, acrylic paints, and all the supplies needed to create your own masterpiece are provided.</p>Intro to Glassblowinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10535/summer-2024/intro-to-glassblowing—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Lampworking is a method of glassblowing using a fix mounted torch to melt and manipulate glass into a desired form. We will go over safety, the torch and glass and work on solid shaped objects and marbles. </p><hr><p>Class participants will keep their creations made in class.</p><hr>
<p>This class is for newer lampworkers and people with little or no experience on the torch.</p><p>Skylab Glass Arts</p><p>8838 7th Ave N</p><p>Golden Valley, Mn</p><p>55427 </p><hr>Intro to Stand Up Paddleboardinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10709/summer-2024/intro-to-stand-up-paddleboarding2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>On and off the water, Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) training will have you comfortably paddling in no time! Learn the basics of SUP including equipment overview, paddle, launch techniques and general safety instruction. </p><p>45 minutes of instruction followed by a 1-hour rental.</p><p>Instruction, board, safety leash, and lifejacket are included. </p><p><strong>250 Grove Ln E, Wayzata, MN 55391</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>Advanced Beginner 1 Gymnasticshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10717/summer-2024/advanced-beginner-1-gymnastics2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Build on advanced skills in all four events while progressing in tumbling, balance, flexibility and technique.</p><p>Class focus areas: handstand, bridge, lunge, leap, tuck jump and other age-appropriate skills. Previous experience is recommended.</p>Social Media Content Creationhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10401/summer-2024/social-media-content-creation2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Master social media content creation with targeted strategies, video filming tips and key terminology. Gain confidence for crafting successful posts tailored to your audience without stress.</p><hr><p><strong>Join us online!</strong> This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. MCE will provide you with a link to access the class at least 24 hours prior to class start.</p>Multi-Sport & Gameshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10609/summer-2024/multi-sport-games2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Dive into skills training in soccer, basketball, and flag football. Enjoy daily games like Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, Kickball and more – equipment provided for endless fun!</p><p>Athletes will spend roughly 1.5 hours learning and practicing each sport per day. Key sports skills will be taught and practice in all 3 sports sports including dribbling, passing, shooting, defense and more! Camp ends with games/scrimmages the final day for each sport, where athletes can showcase their skills.</p><p>Campers should wear sunscreen, bring a water bottle, lunch, two snacks, and athletic shoes and clothing. </p>Multi-Sport Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10726/summer-2024/multi-sport-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for an action-packed athletic experience.</p><p>Camp times will be from 9-11:45 am with lunch from 11:45-12:15 pm followed by the afternoon session from 12:15-3:00pm.</p><p>Don't miss out on this opportunity to showcase your skills and make new friends. </p>Mini-Hawk Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10685/summer-2024/mini-hawk-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Your young athlete will be introduced to three sports (football, basketball and soccer) in this inclusive course. Designed for beginner players, they will work on the fundamentals of sports setting them up for future leagues.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota">click here</a>!</p>First Aid, CPR & AEDhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10695/summer-2024/first-aid-cpr-aed2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This American Heart Association class teaches CPR and Airway Obstruction, as well as the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for adults, children and infants.</p><hr><p>Effective bystander CPR, provided immediately after sudden cardiac arrest, can double or triple a victim’s chance of survival.</p><p>Certificatification received: American Heart Association Heartsaver for Adult, Infant, and Child, CPR and AED (valid for two years).</p>Pre-Beginner Tennis Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10383/summer-2024/pre-beginner-tennis-lessons2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00Enjoy a positive tennis experience where the emphasis is on improving hand-eye-foot coordination and groundstrokes through dynamic games as well as learning to accept challenges and develop a growth mindset.Prancing Pony Partyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10725/summer-2024/prancing-pony-party2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Saddle up your tiny pony and prance on over for this enchanted dancing adventure! Little princes and princesses will collect sparkling charms and pony patches on their journey through the magical world of Charmland. Each adventure will introduce them to a different style of dance, including ballet, tap, jazz and creative movement.</p><p>Packed with plenty of dancing pony power, cheerful charming crafts and fanciful friend-filled adventures, this camp is perfect for any dancer who loves My Little Pony, princesses/princes and all things magical!</p><p>Parents are invited to the last 15 minutes of camp on Thursday to see what their students have learned!</p><p>Participants should bring a daily snack and a water bottle.</p>Beginner 1 Gymnasticshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10712/summer-2024/beginner-1-gymnastics2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn basic skills on all four gymnastics events with a focus on building strength, learning basic tumbling skills and progressions.</p><p>Class focus areas: handstand with a spot, bridge, lunge, leap, tuck jump and other age-appropriate skills. No previous gymnastics experience is required.</p>Make it Fashionhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10614/summer-2024/make-it-fashion2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Is fashion your passion? Create awesome accessories to wear like purses and design fancy shoes, clothes and accessories like real designers. We’ll even paint our nails! </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Summer of Servicehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10676/summer-2024/summer-of-service2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Here’s your chance to make a difference! In this week-long volunteer adventure, learn about community needs, develop leadership skills and use your strengths and talents in new ways. </p><p><br>We will participate in up to eight volunteer activities, which may include helping at assisted living facilities, animal shelters, food shelves and more! Home base is located at the Minnetonka Community Education Center. Transportation to and from the volunteer sites is included. </p><p>Please bring a bag lunch, water bottle and nut free snack.</p>South Shore Softball Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10559/summer-2024/south-shore-softball-league2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>South Shore Softball League is currently offering two Men's Softball Leagues and one Women’s League with games played at Freeman Park and Excelsior Commons. These summer leagues begin in early May and conclude in mid-August. Men’s league game nights will be doubleheaders.</p><p>Team Classifications:</p><p style="margin-left: 40px;">Monday Men - Class D/E</p><p style="margin-left: 40px;">Wednesday Women - Class D/E</p><p style="margin-left: 40px;">Thursday Men - Class C/D (Wooden Bats League)</p><p><strong>Final team fees due by March 13, 2024.</strong></p><hr><p>Men's leagues play on Monday or Thursday evenings, starting at 6 p.m. Women’s league will be playing on Wednesday nights, starting at 6 p.m.</p><hr><h3 style="text-align: center;"></h3>Adult/Child Sewing Workshophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10742/summer-2024/adult-child-sewing-workshop2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Embark on a creative journey with your child in our Parent-Child Sewing Workshop. Learn essential sewing skills, create projects from scratch, and bond through hands-on experiences with both manual techniques and sewing machines. You can take your projects home!</p><hr><p>All material included.</p>MLS Go Soccerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10623/summer-2024/mls-go-soccer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join the officially licensed MLS Go Soccer camp for a well-rounded soccer experience. You’ll have one day of skills training followed by three days of scrimmages and games. Receive an MLS Go uniform, complete with a jersey, shorts and socks. </p><p>This camp consists of one day of skills training followed by 3 days of scrimmages and games.</p><p>Athletes should bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and a snack. Spikes and shin guards are optional. Balls are provided.</p>Tai Chi for Arthritis, Chronic Pain and Balancehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10624/summer-2024/tai-chi-for-arthritis-chronic-pain-and-balance2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This gentle Sun family form improves mental and physical capacity as well as relaxation, balance and vitality! The postures are done in a slow, gentle, continuous sequence. </p><p>Tai Chi has been proven, through numerous scientific studies, to relieve pain, increase range of motion and improve quality of life. Arthritis foundations around the world and the CDC are recommending it for arthritis and fall prevention. This form is suitable for most physical conditions and can be done sitting or standing.</p>Camp Inventionhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10425/summer-2024/camp-invention2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p style="text-align: center;"></p><p>Camp Invention is an exciting, week-long summer adventure with lessons that explore connections between science, technology, engineering and innovation. Work together to seek solutions to real-world problems and sharpen critical 21st century learning skills while rotating through several fascinating modules.</p><p>Where BIG IDEAS become the next BIG THING. In partnership with the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Minnetonka Community Education is pleased to offer the nationally-acclaimed Camp Invention program to children entering grades one through six. Here is how young innovators will be spending their time:</p><table><tbody><tr><td>
<strong>ILLUMINATE:</strong> June 24-June 28, Minnetonka Middle School West, $304 per student<br>In the Camp Invention ILLUMINATE, take on a variety of exhilarating activities each day, have fun collaborating with friends, think creatively and invent your own solutions to real-world challenges. You will develop your own sports ball and customize a light-up game, discover the science of light through illuminating inventions, and embark on an epic global operation to tackle water challenges around the world!<br>
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<strong>EXPLORE:</strong> August 5-August 9, Minnetonka Middle School West, $304 per student<br>In the Camp Invention program, EXPLORE, dive into ocean research with your own robotic fish, develop inventions for space exploration, build a spinning robotic artist and design a mega marble arcade! Each activity is designed to inspire curiosity, stretch imaginations and give you an epic summer experience!<br>
</td></tr></tbody></table><p>In both programs participants will tackle challenges from famous inventors and take apart broken or unused appliances using real tools to develop something new. Students will be broken up into groups based on grade level. Local educators will facilitate program modules and enthusiastic high school students will serve as Leadership Interns ensuring that one staff member is in place for every eight children.</p><p>Every registration includes a complimentary Camp Invention t-shirt. Availability is limited, so reserve your child’s spot today!</p><hr><p><strong>Become a Leader-in-Training! </strong></p><p>Leaders-in-Training (LITs) are at the center of fun challenges and creative STEM learning at Camp Invention! When you register your middle schooler to be an LIT, you’ll give them the chance to take on the role of a Camp Invention counselor. While campers take on activities created by education experts and National Inventors Hall of Fame® Inductees, LITs provide guidance and encouragement, inspiring children to do their very best. With this one-of-a-kind experience, students in grades 7 – 9 will not only have fun this summer, but they’ll also gain valuable skills for the future.<br> <br> Registration includes leadership training and opportunities to guide young campers through hands-on STEM challenges, along with an exclusive packet of materials including a hands-on STEM activity for LITs to complete at home.</p><hr>
<p><strong>Cancellation Policy</strong></p><p>There is a $10 cancellation fee up until 2 weeks prior to the start date of camp. After that, there will be no refunds. </p><p>**Last day to cancel out of Wonder (minus $10 cancellation fee): Monday, June 10th</p><p>**Last day to cancel out of Fast Forward (minus $10 cancellation fee): Monday, July 22nd</p><hr><p><strong>Please Note: Minnetonka Camp Invention is not accepting coupons or discount codes.</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><em>Scroll to bottom of page for registration.</em></p><p><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1614798041_27.png" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto;"></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>Watercolor Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10470/summer-2024/watercolor-painting2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Paint a beautiful watercolor painting in this two-hour class. Receive step-by-step instructions and discuss techniques used in the painting, such as wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry.</p><p>This is a great, no-fear way to learn to paint in watercolors, even if you have no experience. All supplies are provided and each class can stand alone or take all to build even more skills.</p>Twirltopia Princess Academyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10724/summer-2024/twirltopia-princess-academy2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for a royal ballet and tap adventure as you dance through the magical kingdom of Twirltopia and learn important lessons from our animal friends who will help you reach their crowning moment at the Palace Princess Crown Ball!</p><p>This is not your average Princess camp. Cool jewels rule at the Twirltopia Princess Academy! But the Royal Queen only grants the three sparkling crown jewels to princesses who prove they are confident, fun, friendly, and kindhearted! </p><p>Parents are invited to the last 15 minutes of camp on the last day to see what their students have learned!</p><p>Participants should bring a daily snack and a water bottle.</p>Chess Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10544/summer-2024/chess-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>All levels are welcome. The {YEL!} Teach It!…Practice It!... Play It! method keeps you progressing with 60+ chess lessons and thousands of puzzles, as well as guided games and an end of the week in-class tournament. </p><p>The class fee includes a ChessKid.com membership for the session ($49 annual value). Battle summer brain drain...sign up today!</p><p><br>Please bring a water bottle, nut-free snack and wear recess attire.</p>Private Music Lessons at Groveland (Summer)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10328/summer-2024/private-music-lessons-at-groveland-summer2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Students of all ages and abilities are welcome! Our instructors will help new students develop their musical skills and experienced students grow and excel. Weekly private lessons in piano, guitar, band and orchestra instruments can be scheduled during the daytime through early evening hours. </p><p>The 8-week summer session starts on June 17 with no lessons the week of July 1. Please indicate your preferred lesson date and time when registering. Individual lesson times will be confirmed starting in early June. Students will need to bring in their own instruments besides piano.</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Minnetonka Music Academy Lesson Policies</strong></p><p><em>Program Manager: Amber Yang Phone: 952-401-6846 </em></p><p><strong>Registration:</strong> Enrollment and fees are for the entire summer term. </p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Missed Lessons</strong>: We cannot offer make-up lessons or issue refunds if a student misses a lesson. As a courtesy to your teacher, please notify him/her as soon as possible if a lesson will be missed, or call the MCEC front desk at (952) 401-6800. If a teacher misses a lesson due to illness or emergency, a make-up lesson will be scheduled.</p><p><strong>Summer Lesson Dates:</strong></p><ul> <li>Monday: 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12</li>
<li>Tuesday: 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13</li>
<li>Thursday: 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15</li>
<li>Wednesday:6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21</li>
</ul><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">MMA Private Music Lesson Teachers at Groveland:</strong></p><p><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Monday</span></em></p><p>Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone)</p><p><em style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Tuesday </span></em></p><p>Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone)</p><p>Michael Betz (piano, guitar, violin)</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Wednesday</span></em></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Susan Broken (piano)</span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Thursday</span></em></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"></span></span></p><p>Becky Caldwell-Tautges (piano, clarinet, saxophone)</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br></span></span></p>Floor Hockey Tykeshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10598/summer-2024/floor-hockey-tykes2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Introduce your little athletes to the exciting game of hockey! They’ll experience diverse skills training and engaging games. Learn proper stickhandling, passing, shooting, and play defense. </p><p>Athletes should bring a water bottle. Sticks and pucks are provided. </p>Understanding the A, B, C and D of Medicarehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10632/summer-2024/understanding-the-a-b-c-and-d-of-medicare2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Whether you are new to Medicare or you've had it for years, there's much to learn. This class will focus on Medicare's four parts A, B, C and D and the similarities and differences between Medicare supplemental options. </p><hr>Elementary Summer Math by Mailhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10452/summer-2024/elementary-summer-math-by-mail2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Looking to review and enrich your math skills this summer? Math by Mail lets you take your math enrichment everywhere you go this summer. Let’s crunch some numbers!</p><p>For Students Entering Grades 1-5</p><p>Review and enrich math skills and concepts with this individualized correspondence course. After completing each week's lesson, mail it back, and we'll make corrections, provide comments and send it back to you. </p><p>Entering Grades 1-2: Math by Mail has been developed to review and enrich math concepts. The curriculum is designed exclusively for students just completing kindergarten or students just completing first grade. Summer Math is not a tutoring program and it is not designed to advance students ahead. It offers the practice of previously learned concepts to keep skills sharp and build confidence. Participants will receive a pretest to determine math skills and individualize their program. Then they will receive ten weeks of lessons. After they have completed a week’s worth of work, mail it in and we’ll make corrections, provide comments and mail it back. Students work at their own pace. Kids love receiving their returned assignments each week in the mail! When all lessons are completed, students will receive a certificate of achievement.</p><p>Entering Grades 3-5: Keep your math skills sharp over the summer! This 10-week correspondence program was developed by a veteran teacher. Materials that students will cover during the summer review support concepts they have encountered during their previous school year. Summer Math is not a tutoring program and it is not an enrichment program to advance students ahead. It offers practice of previously learned concepts to keep skills sharp and build confidence. Students will take a pre-test and fill out a questionnaire to individualize their program. Students will then receive nine weeks of materials. Each week’s packet will include five math lessons with problem-solving activities. The activities will apply to a specific math concept or strand. After the student has completed a packet, they will mail it in. We’ll make corrections, provide feedback and mail it back. Students may start and finish the course at their own pace throughout the strands. When all lessons are completed, students will receive a certificate of achievement.</p><p>Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 4th</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);"><strong></strong></span></p>Volleyball Summer Camps - Intermediatehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10522/summer-2024/volleyball-summer-camps-intermediate2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Led by the MHS Varsity Volleyball coaching staff and players. These sessions are geared for girls and boys preparing for high school volleyball at MHS in the future. </p><p>Coaches focus on teaching game situations, skills and techniques. </p><p>Please bring a water bottle and wear a shirt long enough to tuck in. Each participant will receive a summer camp t-shirt.</p>Basketball Tykeshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10620/summer-2024/basketball-tykes2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Immerse your little athlete into the world of basketball! They’ll experience an engaging introduction to basketball through fun drills and mini-games. Players will learn dribbling, passing, shooting and defense in a positive environment.</p><p>Athletes should bring a water bottle. Balls are provided.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Parent participation is required for the 2-3 year old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.</span></p>Tai Chi & Qigong Samplerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10626/summer-2024/tai-chi-qigong-sampler2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>This course will introduce you to Qigong, Tai Chi, Tai Chi Ruler, Tai Chi Ball and Tai Chi Bang Stick. Each of the exercises are slow, gentle and fun to do. </p><p>Increase your flexibility, awareness, relaxation and improve your health and wellness! Appropriate for most ages and physical conditions.</p>Flag Footballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10680/summer-2024/flag-football2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn passing, catching, de-flagging, rules, strategies and more! The final day will be a game day to showcase your skills. </p><p>All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota">click here</a>!</p>Foundational Games & Animationhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10748/summer-2024/foundational-games-animation2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Take a deep dive into programming with Scratch. Write short programs in order to learn about important skills and concepts within Scratch, then create your own Scratch program that incorporates original images from the surrounding environment, combining programming with the great outdoors.</p><hr>
<p>Is your child entering 6th - 8th grade and looking for a way to freshen up their Computer Science skills this summer? In conjunction with Tonka Codes, Minnetonka Community Education is offering two camps that are modeled off the 6th grade Computer Science Foundations class offered at MME & MMW. Students can choose to take one or both of the 4 day camps that will blend summer fun with Computer Science. Courses will be taught by Minnetonka Computer Science teachers.</p>Foundational Physical Computinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10749/summer-2024/foundational-physical-computing2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how coding is used to make lights and sensors work and use creative thinking along with their Micro:Bit code to create a working prototype for your own innovative product.</p><p>Many recent innovations rely on the use of hardware devices in addition to backend programming. Students will love the hands-on focus of this camp.</p><p>Is your child entering 6th - 8th grade and looking for a way to freshen up their Computer Science skills this summer? In conjunction with Tonka Codes, Minnetonka Community Education is offering two camps that are modeled off the 6th grade Computer Science Foundations class offered at MME & MMW. Students can choose to take one or both of the 4 day camps that will blend summer fun with Computer Science. Courses will be taught by Minnetonka Computer Science teachers.</p>Sculpt & Strengthenhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10338/summer-2024/sculpt-strengthen—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<h1></h1><p>Join Tiffany for a fun, 45-minute class filled with cardio, strength, balance and stretch! Steps and hand weights are optional and will be provided, please bring your own mat and water bottle.</p>Enrichment for Your Puphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10739/summer-2024/enrichment-for-your-pup2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore and try multiple toys and activities that can be mentally stimulating and naturally fulfilling for your dog. Learn why it is essential to give your dog an outlet to be a dog, along with discussing how these outlets can benefit their lives. </p><hr>
<p>An adult (at least 18 years of age) be present during each class.</p><p>Please send proof of vaccination records to your instructor at hollyjean.unleashed@gmail.com before the first class. Your dog must be up-to-date on both Rabies and Distemper Combo. Bordetella is not required, though strongly recommended. NOTE: Dogs will be sharing toys and stations in this class and that may mean there could be another dog's treats left over at the station.</p>Fantasy Foresthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10642/summer-2024/fantasy-forest2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Magical, mythical, marvelous art is coming your way! Tap into your imagination while learning to draw otherworldly creatures like fairies, trolls, and a forest queen.</p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Volleyballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10682/summer-2024/volleyball—12024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
</span></b></p><p>Learn volleyball through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. Develop fundamental skills through game-speed drills and daily challenges aimed at developing the whole player.</p><p>This co-ed program is designed for beginning and intermediate players.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota/" style="background-color: initial;">click here!</a></p>Archery Summer Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10446/summer-2024/archery-summer-camp2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the fundamentals of archery while building your skill and fitness level. This lifetime sport is for everyone, regardless of athletic ability! Taught by experienced instructors. All equipment is provided.</p>Modern Mastershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10659/summer-2024/modern-masters2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Come and recreate famous works of art like Van Gogh’s Field of Irises, Monet’s Sailboat at Le Petit Gennevilliers, Klimt’s The Sunflower and Picasso’s Colombe, all in clay. Make room to display these masterpieces! </p><p>Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.</p>Large Machineshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10531/summer-2024/large-machines2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn about STEM and programming concepts as you build up to eight different motorized robotic and engineering models. While building and programming these models, develop logical thinking ability and learn various engineering concepts.</p><p>Concepts learnt include: Kinetic/Potential Energy, Chain Transmissions, Angular momentum, Newton’s Laws and Centrifugal force.</p><p>Examples of model’s student will be building include Power Plant, Military Tank, Construction Crane, Windmill, Sand Truck, Farming Plough and various others!</p>MAGA Pre-Team Gymnasticshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10720/summer-2024/maga-pre-team-gymnastics2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Interested in joining the Midwest Amateur Gymnastics Association (MAGA) team but need to gain more experience? Join the pre-team to advance your skills and get to the next level.</p><p>This class focuses on full routines, advanced skills, form and technique. Pre-team participants must test out of Intermediate or be tested by the head coach.</p>Pre-K Extreme Engineershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10541/summer-2024/pre-k-extreme-engineers2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Build a car with a launcher, a boat, a spinning top using gears, a doggie and much more all using LEGO® duplo bricks and LEGO® bricks. </p><p>{YEL!} PreK Engineering classes challenge every aspect of your child’s inner-innovator. Students use projects to investigate the basic engineering concepts of gears, wheels and axles, pulleys and levers. Our educationally rich classroom environment focuses on creative thinking, inclusion, teamwork and fun.</p><p>LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program.</p><p>Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.</p>Whimsical Camp of Cutenesshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10606/summer-2024/whimsical-camp-of-cuteness2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Draw, paint and sculpt charming creatures like sweetly smiling cupcakes, adorable gnomes, glittery winking unicorns and cuddling bears, among other lovely projects. </p><p>To add to the fun, we’ll have a special day where we’ll paint our nails and make a cool accessory to wear. </p><p>Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.</p>Beginner Photographyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10745/summer-2024/beginner-photography2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to take photos that tell a story, show emotion, or serve as a reminder of an important event. Explore photography in nature, moving objects, urban environments and people. Digital camera required.</p><p>They say a story is worth a 1000 words. We will explore photographing nature, moving subjects, urban environments, and people. Each session will consist of a 15-30 minutes of an instructional period followed by 60 minutes for shooting. We will then conclude with a 15-30 minute review of the images that were captured during the shoot. </p><p>The class will meet in different locations around Minnetonka. Locations will be shared with participants ahead of time.</p><p>Equipment needed:</p><p>Any digital camera that allows for manual setting of aperture, iso, and shutter speed. </p><p>Comfortable footwear since we will be walking around and standing during the shooting portion of the program.</p><p>Sunscreen and water.</p>Chef's Academyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10533/summer-2024/chef-s-academy2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p style="text-align: center;"><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);">Get ready for a week of cooking, eating and learning! These camps will take you through the basic step-by-step process of making unique and delicious recipes.</span></strong></p><table>
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<td>French Bakery</td> <td>This will be a fun week as we explore some classical French recipes. Cinnamon Palmiers anyone?<br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Ratatouille Flatbread, French Sable Cookies, Apple Galette, Cinnamon Palmiers
</td> </tr> <tr> <td>A Proper English Tea</td>
<td>Start practicing your accent and get your pinkies out!<br><strong>Recipes may include:</strong> Cucumber Sandwiches and Tea Tasting, BLT stuffed cherry tomatoes, World’s Best Scones, Victoria Sponge Cake<br>
</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Chocolate Lovers</td> <td>All things chocolate during this week. Take home your own homemade chocolate cake with chocolate frosting. Truly for chocolate lovers. <br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Truffles, No Bake Chocolate Wafer Cake, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Homemade Chocolate Cake<br>
</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Let's Make Breakfast<br>
</td> <td>Do you love PopTarts? One of the days you will make your own homemade pop tarts which are totally delicious. <br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Very Berry Muffins, Homemade Pop Tarts, Stuffed French Toast, Breakfast Pizza <br>
</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Four Days - Five Cookies</td> <td>Mint chocolate chip cookies, Oatmeal Cinnamon Chip and Craisin are just two of the yummy recipes from this week.<br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Oreo Truffle Balls, Gingersnaps, Snickerdoodles, Potato Chip Cookies, Palmiers<br>
</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Pasta Week<br>
</td> <td>Let’s start with some Homemade Pasta and see what happens.<br><strong></strong> <strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Ravioli, Fettuccine, Angel Hair pasta and Lasagna
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<td>Food Network Week<br>
</td> <td>Enjoy four different friendly competitions. Bring your creativity and your taste buds.<br><br>
</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Foods on a Stick</td> <td>Who doesn’t love eating this way? How about S’mores on a Stick for starters?<br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>S’mores on a Stick, Pizza on a Stick, French Toast on a Stick, Hot Dogs on a Skewer, PBJ on a stick<br>
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<tr> <td>A Week of Stuffed Wontons</td> <td>Sounds delicious right? You will be stuffed after this week.<br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Nutella Stuffed Wontons, Crispy Wontons, Baked Cream Cheese Wontons and Jalapeño Popper Wontons<br>
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<tr> <td>A Pie a Day</td> <td>Each day bring home your own pie to share. Do you love French Silk Pie? This is the week for you.<br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Key Lime Pie, Apple Pie, French Silk Pie and Empanadas <br>
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<td>Tacobout lots of tacos.<br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Breakfast Tacos, Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa, Black Bean Tacos, Taco Lettuce Wraps</td> </tr>
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Enjoy bold flavors, classic recipes, and fresh ingredients as you learn to cook and bake these delicious pizzas.<br><strong>Recipes may include: </strong>Elote Pizza, Fruit Pizza, Hawaiian Pizza, Taco Pizza<br>
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</table><p>Recipes may be subject to change.</p><p><br><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1611170810_27.png" style="width: 333px; display: block; margin: auto;" alt=""></p>Track & Fieldhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10683/summer-2024/track-field2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
</span></b></p><p>Learn the fundamentals of body positioning, stride, proper stretching and cool-down techniques. We focus on technical development, fundamental techniques and safety with an emphasis on fun!</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota" style="background-color: initial;" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p>3-on-3 Basketball Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10443/summer-2024/3-on-3-basketball-league2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Form a team of 4 or 5 friends to compete in 3 on 3 basketball at Minnetonka High School. Teams will play three 15 minute games within an hour each week.</p><p>Game nights will be Tuesdays evenings and your team will either play from 6:00-7:00 pm, 7:00-8:00 pm, or 8:00-9:00 pm. Game times will vary each week. Referees will be at each game and helping to keep score. </p><p>Both the Boys and Girls League are for students going into 4th or 5th grade. To see our rules for the 3 on 3 Basketball League <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/14R2arbKIGSoUTU6cNK-1WiZWIGtqxkiHPBFa1kBD00I/edit">CLICK HERE!</a></p><p>Players will have to provide their own shirts for their team. Please bring a light colored shirt and a dark colored shirt each week (or a reversible jersey).</p><p>At the time of registration, students should include their appropriate Team Name as well as the coach for the team. One coach must be on site at all times while their team is playing and must complete a background check and Concussion Training provided by MCE.</p><p>If you do not have a team but would like to participate, please contact Joshua Benesh at Joshua.Benesh@minnetonkaschools.org.</p><p>Teams will receive their schedule by Tuesday, June 4th.</p><h2></h2>Intro to Glassblowing - Adult/Childhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10536/summer-2024/intro-to-glassblowing-adult-child2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Spend an adult/child night together learning to make glass creations at Skylab Glass Arts! Using mounted torches at our training table, you'll learn to shape marbles and any other creation you can imagine!</p><hr><p>No experience necessary, ages 10+.</p><hr><p>Skylab Glass Arts</p><p>8838 7th Ave N</p><p>Golden Valley, Mn</p><p>55427 </p>Start Any Home Businesshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10402/summer-2024/start-any-home-business2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Tired of working for someone else or want to earn extra income? Discover 250+ legitimate home business ideas, mandatory legal documentation, ways to market your product/service and how to take tax deductions.</p><hr>
<p>Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start-up workshop you will ever find. </p><p><strong>Login information and digital handouts will be emailed to you prior to class.</strong></p>Make Money with a Virtual Assistant Businesshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10403/summer-2024/make-money-with-a-virtual-assistant-business2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Make money at home using your computer by learning where to find clients, 50 ways to advertise your services, effective home office equipment choices and 100 ways to make money with a computer.</p><hr><p>There really is a need for your services, so learn to be your own boss, set your own hours and make more money. The webinar login information, along with a detailed tutorial to set-up your free Zoom account, will be emailed the day before class.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><strong><em>Participants must attend </em></strong><strong><em>“</em></strong></span><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Start Any Home Business + 250 Home Business Ideas".</span></em></strong></p>Write Your Life Storyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10404/summer-2024/write-your-life-story2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Create an inspirational autobiography for family, friends and others. Learn how to recall vivid memories, analyze events and people that shaped who you are and bring your story to life.</p><hr><p>Your handout, included in the class fee, will have an outline to help you organize and write your memoir step-by-step. Printing/publishing options will also be discussed. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.</p>Athleticism Tykeshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10652/summer-2024/athleticism-tykes2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>From running, agility, jumping, hopping, balance and body control, this athleticism-building camp is an all-encompassing adventure for young sports enthusiasts.</p><p>The camp consists of many different types of activities, drills and games, all tailored specifically to introduce athletes to all the components of being an athlete. </p><p>Parent participation is required for the 2-3 year old age group and recommended when needed for the 4+ year old age group.</p>Pediatric CPR & First Aid (Blended Learning)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10697/summer-2024/pediatric-cpr-first-aid-blended-learning2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 230, 148);">Enjoy the convenience of a blended learning class for your certification. Complete the majority of your coursework online (at your own pace), then finish your course in the classroom with our Instructor</span>. </p><p>This American Heart Association course is designed to meet the regulatory requirements for childcare workers. Learn how to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant until professional help arrives. The course covers the four steps of first aid and first aid skills such as finding the problem, stopping bleeding, bandaging and using an Epinephrine pen, as well as child CPR AED, infant CPR and optional modules in adult CPR AED, child mask, infant mask and Asthma Care Training for Childcare Providers.</p><p>MCE will provide a course link within 48 hours after registration. Students must complete the online portion before attending an onsite check-off session with the instructor. The onsite session is scheduled for 1.5 hours, which allows time for you to practice on a manikin before the final check-off with an instructor.</p><p>Certification Received: American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid & CPR (valid for two years)</p>Soccer Shots Classichttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10353/summer-2024/soccer-shots-classic2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"></span></p><p>Creative and imaginative games are used to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. We’ll highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork or appreciation. </p><p>All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Soccer Shots, please <a href="https://www.soccershots.org/minneapolis/" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>Party Line Dancehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10480/summer-2024/party-line-dance2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join this fun workshop and learn the moves to three popular line dances: the Electric Slide, Cha Cha Slide, and the Cupid Shuffle. Get ready to hit the dance floor and bring the party to life!</p><hr><p>No partner is needed for an evening of fun!</p>Adapted Sports Samplerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10759/summer-2024/adapted-sports-sampler2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Participants of all abilities will explore and practice various adapted sports including soccer, floor hockey, bowling and softball. </p><p>Participants will be led by experienced adapted physical educators, and they will have the opportunity to develop their skills and be a part of a team.</p>Driver Educationhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10423/summer-2024/driver-education2024-02-13T08:00:00-06:00<p>Safeway Driving School has been creating safe, responsible teen drivers for more than 50 years. Minnetonka Community Education partners with Safeway to offer classes that emphasize defensive driving techniques.</p><hr><p><strong>Instruction:</strong> Our program includes 30 hours of instruction, as required by law, in 10, three-hour lessons. Students can start classes at age 14½, obtain their permit at age 15 and license at age 16. The curriculum includes study guides, PowerPoint instruction, videos, discussion, worksheets and interactive software. Classes focus on critical behaviors and attitudes common to teen drivers and prepare them for the Minnesota Permit Exam.</p><hr><p><strong>Online Learning Information:</strong> The State of Minnesota requires that driver’s education distance learning be conducted in a face-to-face platform, which requires that students have a video camera and audio capabilities on their devices. Safeway has chosen a secure Zoom platform to conduct the class. Safeway will be emailing the classroom handouts and 2022 MN Driver’s Manual in pdf format for printing. Students will be required to be in front of the camera and interactive for the full three-hour class.</p><hr><p><strong>Behind-the-Wheel Instruction:</strong> Students must complete six hours of driving lessons with a Safeway instructor before taking the Minnesota Road Exam. Lessons are divided into three, two-hour private lessons with a responsible, professional Safeway driving instructor. Students can be picked up and dropped off at home, school or work. Safeway offers convenient, online scheduling for behind-the-wheel instruction. The lessons are given on actual city streets, highways and freeways. It is recommended that students take their first lesson 6-8 weeks after receiving their permit. Lessons should be at least 30 days apart allowing for practice with parents between lessons and can be scheduled with Safeway Driving School.</p><hr><p><strong>Parent Involvement: </strong>Safeway offers detailed information on its website to assist parents with understanding Minnesota laws and requirements for student drivers. Monthly parent information classes are offered <a href="https://safewaydrivingschool.com/for-parents/">online.</a></p><p>Parents/guardians will be required to complete Safeway’s Account Verification. Safeway will be sending out an email before class begins that gives detailed information about how to log in to the student’s Safeway account to verify and complete contact information and to review and acknowledge our Service Agreement.</p><hr><p>Need to make up a lesson? Any student that misses a class will need to log on to their Safeway account <strong><em>after</em></strong> they have missed the class, they will then be able to choose an upcoming make-up day option. Questions? contact <a href="mailto:info@safewaydrivingschool.com">info@safewaydrivingschool.com</a></p><p><a href="mailto:info@safewaydrivingschool.com"></a></p>Spanish Language Explorationhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10460/fall-2024/spanish-language-exploration2024-02-01T07:30:00-06:00<p style="text-align: center;"></p><p>This once-a-week class gives your little one the opportunity to develop language experience in Spanish! Language is learned naturally through games, crafts, music, and more. Children must be toilet trained to enroll.</p><p><strong>For Ages 3-5</strong></p><hr>
<p>This unique, once-a-week class provides students with language experience in Spanish. Learning Spanish is fun and happens naturally through games, movement, crafts, music and stories. This class is an excellent precursor to Minnetonka Kindergarten Immersion and is also a great addition to your child’s Minnetonka Preschool and/or Junior Explorers schedule. Payment plans are available.</p><p>Curriculum will be the same for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday classes. We recommend signing up for one section (ex. Thursday PM only). Children must be toilet trained to enroll in Language Exploration. </p><p>This class is offered through Minnetonka Community Ed Youth Programs. Please email anna.oasheim@minnetonkaschools.org with questions.</p><hr><p>***The Minnetonka Community Education Refund Policy states: Refunds, less a $10 cancellation fee, will be given when a registration is withdrawn at least 5 business days before the start date of the class. Partial refunds will be considered if injury or serious illness occurs. No refund will be issued once a class has started.</p>Small Group Hoops Training - Advancedhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10755/winter-spring-2024/small-group-hoops-training-advanced2024-01-10T08:00:00-06:00<p>These co-ed small group sessions focus on the fundamental aspects of basketball training. Our program emphasizes conditioning, functional movement, and footwork to enhance defensive and offensive skill sets, including ball handling, shooting, and finishing moves, and 1-on-1 competition.</p>Small Group Hoops Training - Beginnerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10751/winter-spring-2024/small-group-hoops-training-beginner2024-01-10T08:00:00-06:00<p>These co-ed small group sessions focus on the fundamental aspects of basketball training. Our program emphasizes conditioning, functional movement, and footwork to enhance defensive and offensive skill sets, including ball handling, shooting, and finishing moves, and 1-on-1 competition.</p>Small Group Hoops Training - Intermediatehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10754/winter-spring-2024/small-group-hoops-training-intermediate2024-01-10T08:00:00-06:00<p>These co-ed small group sessions focus on the fundamental aspects of basketball training. Our program emphasizes conditioning, functional movement, and footwork to enhance defensive and offensive skill sets, including ball handling, shooting, and finishing moves, and 1-on-1 competition.</p>MHS AAA Boys Hockeyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10735/winter-spring-2024/mhs-aaa-boys-hockey2024-01-01T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join our U16 or U18 boys club hockey team! Practice, learn and keep your hockey skills sharp this spring. Teams will practice 2-3 days per week. Players will be notified regarding their practice schedule on these dates once they have been assigned to a team (practice times could start as early as 3pm and end as late as 5:15pm). Fees include coaching and ice time. A limited number of goalie slots are available. </p>Youth Triathlon Clinichttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10601/winter-spring-2024/youth-triathlon-clinic2023-12-22T20:00:00-06:00<p>Start your training for the Minnetonka Youth Triathlon! Local Triathlon experts will share their strategies and training tips. We’ll also cover transitions, bike riding safety and triathlon rules.</p><p>Bring your swim suit, swim cap and goggles. A bike is not needed. Register in advance or at the door.</p>SOAR Songbirds Choirhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10380/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/soar-songbirds-choir—12023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all music lovers to join our new SOAR choir! Come sing, and groove with your friends as we join together as a group. Singing not your thing we will also have some non verbal ways to participate in the music. Registration includes all 5 practices, a special SOAR Songbirds T-shirt and performance May 9th 7-8pm! The theater we will rehearse and perform in is ADA accessible. </p>SOAR Disney Clubhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10367/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/soar-disney-club2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Are you a fan of the leader of the band that's made for you and me M-I-C-K-E-Y-M-O-U-S-E! We are calling all of the SOAR musketeers to get together and talk about our love of all things Disney/pixar/marvel and more. Along with connecting with friends that have the same interest as us, along with talking about Disney we will play games, make crafts, or do activities differing from month to month.</p>Cards, Games and Cookieshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10377/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/cards-games-and-cookies2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>If you play your cards right, you can unwind with a night or games with friends. With many games to choose from play a game new to you or one you have mastered. This class provides socialization, games, cookies and a drink. </p>Pizza, Pop & a Picture Showhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10256/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/pizza-pop-a-picture-show2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join us every month for a Friday movie night, while you enjoy your 2 slices of pizza, a dessert and a drink. Choose your pizza option in registration and gluten free options are available. <strong>Registration closes the Wednesday before the class!</strong></p>Disney Zumba Zinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10345/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/disney-zumba-zing2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>New Experience Disney Zumba Zing is designed for people of all fitness levels, making it inclusive and accessible. The atmosphere is lively, filled with magical Disney tunes, and encourages participants to let loose, express themselves, and enjoy the joy of movement. </p>BINGOhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10357/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/bingo2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>There is a game that's oh so fun and BINGO is its name-o! Come and spend a fun night with us once a month. Your registration also includes a snack and drink that you can take home at the end of the event. <strong>PREREGISTRATION is preferred but you can pay at the door.</strong></p>Naturalists Night: Let's Talk Birds of Preyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10363/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/naturalists-night-let-s-talk-birds-of-prey2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>What characteristics does a bird have to have to be considered a bird of prey? Learn about our local Minnesota species. </p>Cultural Connections: Japanese Cherry Blossom Festivalhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10394/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/cultural-connections-japanese-cherry-blossom-festival2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Eueno Sakura Matsuri is the Cherry Blossom Festival celebrated by hundreds of thousands of visitors and residents in Tokyo each year. Come get a glimpse at the beauty of the 800 blossoming trees and learn what else happens during these festivities. All of our Cultural Connections Classes combine learning with hands on activities such as games and/or crafts. </p>Musical Game Showhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10374/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/musical-game-show2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join us as our host DJ Ray of Sunshine leads us through a few music themed games with prizes. Will the answer be a musical theater show or Ed Sheeran we don't know. Come brush up on your knowledge of music or just have fun!</p>SOAR Songbirds Choir Performancehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10393/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/soar-songbirds-choir-performance2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Come support your friends, family and Project SOAR by seeing our first ever SOAR Songbirds Choir Performance. $5 per seat. There will be refreshments for sale after performance as well. All proceeds go towards costs of running the choir. </p>Spring Fling Dancehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10322/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/spring-fling-dance2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Predicting a spring full of songs, spins and smiles. Step in beat by dancing with our groovy DJ Ray of Sunshine. Dress in your bright florals and help our gym bloom with blossoms. Included in your registration: groovy tunes, far out food, and a flower power photo booth. Dinner entrée is tacos and comes with sides. </p>Craft & Chathttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10378/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/craft-chat2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>A monthly night to get together to socialize and craft in an open art lab setting. There will be guided and open conversations throughout the class to help form connections and friendships. At the same time choose to create your own masterpiece with materials given or choose one of the step by step craft options to create. </p>Paint Along Spring Scene for Momhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10344/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/paint-along-spring-scene-for-mom2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Spring has sprung and with it comes an important day to recognize your Mom or mother figures in your life. Get step by step instruction from Create with Cassie. Then give your finished project as a present for Mother's Day. </p>Musical: The Rink at Minnetonka Theatrehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10376/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/musical-the-rink-at-minnetonka-theatre2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p><em style="background-color: initial;">"Life takes your to unexpected places, love brings you home</em>."-The Rink. Our love for theatre brings us to watch a musical set in a roller skating rink and takes us on a journey of the relationship between a mother and daughter. The Rink is exclusively playing at Minnetonka Theatres this spring so don't miss your chance to see this show. <strong><em>Registration Closes April 19th, No refunds after registration has closed</em></strong>.</p>Community Service Clubhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10366/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/community-service-club2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Be a part of enhancing our community by joining a new club. Each month we will be focusing on a different project. The Community Service Club is a joint program with St. Louis Park Community Ed. Adult Programs and Project SOAR to work together to serve and give back to our community.This course doesn't have a required registration fee but we have a suggested donation amount and other options to donate what you can to help us purchase materials for the projects. </p>Chicken Avocado Pinwheelshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10392/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/chicken-avocado-pinwheels2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to quickly whip up this delicious dish. Taking pinwheel rollup sandwiches and adding a flavor twist in honor of Cinco de Mayo. Enjoy a few slices at the end of class and take some home for you to eat the next day.</p>Create with Caponi-Community Mosaichttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10372/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/create-with-caponi-community-mosaic2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Art Experts from Caponi Art park are coming to help us put together a group project. Join us to learn about design and assembling tiles as you work as a group to create a mosaic that will decorate one of our community center's for years to come. </p>Ice Cream Social: Summer Catalog Kick-Offhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10324/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/ice-cream-social-summer-catalog-kick-off2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for an old-fashioned ice cream social to celebrate the new offerings in our Summer 2024 catalog! Create a tasty ice cream sundae and listen to the fabulous DJ Ray of Sunshine entertain us with his music. Lots of great door prizes throughout the evening - don't miss out on all the fun and be one of the first to see our exciting new Summer 2024 offerings.</p>Indoor Picnic and Gameshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10373/project-soar-winter-spring-2024/indoor-picnic-and-games2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>Spring is still coming but we want to shake off those snowflakes by tossing a bean bag, a ring or giant connect 4 indoors! Connect with friends for an enjoyable evening as we join together for a sandwich dinner, to socialize and play lawn games on a warm summer evening. Bring your own food or have us take care of it. Our picnic meal is the classic sandwich, chips, cookie and drink. </p>Life After Work: Retirement Planninghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10170/winter-spring-2024/life-after-work-retirement-planning2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to transition from work life to retired life in this educational workshop.</p><hr><p>Whether you plan to stop work all at once or ease into retirement by working part-time, at some point you will need to arrange for multiple sources of income to replace your paycheck. What do you need to think about as you transition from work life to retirement? Where will your income come from? How can you make it last?</p><p>At this workshop you will learn:</p><ul> <li>Why you need a retirement income plan</li> <li>6 questions to ask before you retire</li> <li>How to determine how much income you will need in retirement</li> <li>The 4 primary sources of retirement income</li> <li>4 popular withdrawal strategies and the pros and cons of each</li> <li>How retirement income is taxed </li> <li>5 tax planning strategies in retirement</li> <li>A retirement income action plan</li>
</ul>Focaccia, Stromboli, & Calzoneshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10159/winter-spring-2024/focaccia-stromboli-calzones2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to make your own homemade Focaccia Bread, a wonderful rolled pizza called a Stromboli, and stuffed Pizzas, known as Calzones with homemade pizza dough! </p><hr><p> On the Menu: Stromboli (rolled/filled pizza), Calzones (stuffed pizza), wonderful Focaccia Bread, and an OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD Pizza Sauce. TWO different homemade doughs will be used. One will be for the pizza options, the other for the focaccia. The instructor will provide Step-by-step guidance and instruction help to ensure the process is a simple as can be. Participants can personalize their pizzas and focaccia bread with toppings and fillings of their choosing. Have your questions answered by the instructor, interact with other participants as you cook along, and increase your confidence in the kitchen with each skill that is learned, and each little bit of advice and instruction that is shared.</p><hr><p>If children/youth are participating, supervision is required. No refunds after ingredient list and packet are received. Ingredient list and packet will be sent 5-7 days before class. Registration fee can include participants from the SAME HOUSEHOLD ONLY.</p>Gnocchi, Chicken, & Homemade Breadhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10160/winter-spring-2024/gnocchi-chicken-homemade-bread2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>During this fun-filled class, learn how to create the little morsels of goodness, called gnocchi, and then turn them into a scrumptious meal the instructor has created called Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi with Chicken.</p><hr><p> Have some fun participating in this virtual Cook-Along class as we dive into the world of gnocchi! Follow along step-by-step, with our wonderful instructor as she guides you through the simple pleasure of creating these delicious tender bites of goodness. Then follow along and create a wonderful meal with them that will have your family asking for more!</p><p>If children/youth are participating, supervision is required. No refunds after ingredient list and packet are received. Ingredient list and packet will be sent 5-7 days before class. Registration fee can include participants from the SAME HOUSEHOLD ONLY.</p>Open Volleyball for Advanced Playershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10110/winter-spring-2024/open-volleyball-for-advanced-players2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join us for three hours of competitive open volleyball. This is for advanced volleyball players with a complete working knowledge of the game and USAV rules.</p><hr> <p>If you have questions about skill levels, please call Allan Joe @ 952-381-4663. Pre-pay for all sessions and save; walk-ins are accepted!</p><p>Drop-in rate: $5/class (may be turned away due to space or player availability)</p><p>Sign up at https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11k0NRDeIw9Qt9RuBoH7mgvomL4Ikr8Wh6nJ7Vo7yBOo/edit?usp=sharing</p>Mixed Media Arthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10085/winter-spring-2024/mixed-media-art2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>In this mixed media class you will work with a variety of art supplies as you combine and layer them to create a unique work of art. The instructor will lead you through the process as you are introduced to each new supply. </p>PowerPoint: Creating a Photo Albumhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10120/winter-spring-2024/powerpoint-creating-a-photo-album2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Gain hands-on experience putting together a slideshow presentation, adding bulleted lists, graphics, charts, images, color schemes and designs to give your slideshow a professional look. Learn how to add transitions and animations to take your slideshow up a notch.</p>Corsages, Boutonnières, and Flower Crownshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10202/winter-spring-2024/corsages-boutonnieres-and-flower-crowns2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Interested in creating your own personal wedding, prom or homecoming flowers? This class teaches you to create beautiful flowers like boutonnieres, corsages and the oh-so-popular floral halo.</p><hr><p>Our flower bar will be filled with fresh, gorgeous blooms for you to choose from!</p>Adobe Photoshop Basicshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10126/winter-spring-2024/adobe-photoshop-basics2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Gain hands-on skills to use PhotoShop's wide range of tools to correct and enhance photos. You’ll learn to create a collage of photos using the power of layers and more! </p><p>You’ll learn to crop, rotate and save photos in different formats, add text to images, and remove red-eye and blemishes from portraits.</p>Google Sheets: Beyond the Basicshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10127/winter-spring-2024/google-sheets-beyond-the-basics2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Need description-</p><hr>
<p>This is an online course via Zoom. You will need a Google account and you will be sent a link prior to the class.</p>55+ Defensive Driving - Virtualhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10240/winter-spring-2024/55-defensive-driving-virtual2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>**This is a live virtual ZOOM class. You will be able to interact with the instructor.**</p><p>Learn defensive driving techniques that can help prevent accidents. Adults 55 and older can save 10% on car insurance premiums in MN by completing this course. No written or behind-the-wheel test required.</p><hr><p>Minnesota law requires insurance companies to offer you a 10% reduction for three years if you complete the Minnesota Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course taught by professional, certified instructors. This course is two 4-hour online sessions - no driving test and no written test required. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate that you can share with your insurance provider. </p><p><strong>The first and last name you enter when you register for the class will appear on the certificate. To ensure that you receive your certificate at the end of class, register one week before the class date. If you register after that deadline, you will receive your certificate in the mail.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>Craft Playdate: Caregiver & Mehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10212/winter-spring-2024/craft-playdate-caregiver-me2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>In honor of Mother’s Day, spend some creative time with your child. How many times have you said “Love you to the moon and back.” to your child? You and your young artist will create an adorable wall hanging inspired by this popular endearment.</p><p>Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.</p>Thyroid: What You Should Knowhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10209/winter-spring-2024/thyroid-what-you-should-know2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn about the thyroid gland, what your thyroid hormones do and why you still might be having symptoms even after being told your labs are 'normal'. </p><hr>
<p>Thyroid disorders impact health on every level. Learn what the lab markers mean and how to identify different patterns of dysfunction as well as manage the symptoms and correct the causes.</p>Balance Your Hormoneshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10210/winter-spring-2024/balance-your-hormones2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how hormones change throughout your seasons of life and how to keep them optimally balanced at every stage. </p><hr>
<p>Menopause can be a difficult transition for women, but it doesn't have to be. Learn how to be proactive as well as manage the many symptoms that can occur during perimenopause and menopause. </p>Bicycle Repair and Maintenance: Advancedhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10251/winter-spring-2024/bicycle-repair-and-maintenance-advanced2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Build off of your basic knowledge of bike repair and advance your skill in this 3 hour class. </p><hr>
<p>Major focus will be on identification of bicycle parts, trailside repair, shifting adjustments, brake adjustments, chain maintenance, how to repair/replace a tube (flat tire), how to safety check your bike. We will also learn basic wheel truing, replacing a chain, how to replace brake and shifting cables. Especially one that need work! Great value if you factor in a tune up!!</p>Study Skills for Success - Middle Schoolhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10048/winter-spring-2024/study-skills-for-success-middle-school2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>This class provides instruction and coaching to increase your study skills for higher achievement in middle school and beyond.</p><hr>
<p>Students will learn how to:</p><ul>
<li>set realistic goals and achieve them</li>
</ul><ul>
<li>organize their school work</li>
</ul><ul>
<li>maintain focus during lessons and study time</li>
</ul><ul>
<li>get their work done by due dates</li>
</ul><ul>
<li>study effectively for tests</li>
</ul><ul>
<li>take and organize notes for learning</li>
</ul><ul>
<li>plan for long-term projects and stay motivated throughout the school year
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</li>
</ul><p>Students are welcome to take these as stand alone sessions or as part of a two-session series. In Session 1 the main focus is on learning the strategies and in Session 2 it is on applying them and making them a habit.</p><p>Session 1 - Wednesdays, Feb 28-April 10. 5:30-6:25 pm. (no class March 27 or April 3)</p><p>Session 2 - Wednesdays, April 17-May 15. 5:30-6:25 pm.</p>Junior Engineering Clubhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10142/winter-spring-2024/junior-engineering-club2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Calling all future engineers! It’s time to develop your critical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration skills through engineering disciplines.</p><p>New, hands-on lessons from various engineering disciplines. Focusing on developing 21st-century skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking and peer collaboration.</p><p>These life skills provide students with the confidence to approach challenges in their lives and realize that they can succeed in almost anything! Engineering for Kids has a library of 300+ individual lessons which continues to grow so we never have to repeat lessons. </p><p><strong>Fall 1 Lessons (classes beginning in January): </strong><em style="background-color: initial;">Order may vary.</em></p><table><tbody>
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<td>Civil Engineering Gingerbread House</td>
<td>Students are challenged to build a non-edible gingerbread house.</td>
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<td>Mechanical Engineering Climbster</td>
<td>Students use gravity & friction to get a paper climber to the top & bottom of an inclined plane. </td>
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<td>Aerospace Engineering Foam Rocket</td>
<td>Students learn about the principles of flight with a foam rocket. </td>
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<td>Chemical Engineering Quicksand</td>
<td>Students learn about quicksand and make their own using a non-Newtonian fluid.</td>
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<td>Marine Engineering Diving Game</td>
<td>Students learn about buoyancy and pressure with their own diving game. </td>
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<td>Mechanical Engineering Ding Dong Pizza Delivery</td>
<td>Students build their own pizza delivery system.</td>
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</tbody></table><p><strong>Fall 2 Lessons (classes beginning in March): </strong><em>Order may vary.</em></p><table><tbody>
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<td>Mechanical Engineering Boomerang Can</td>
<td>Students learn how a boomerang works and make their own boomerang can.</td>
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<td>Chemical Engineering Lava Lamp</td>
<td>Students learn about chemical reactions with a lava lamp.</td>
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<td>Marine Engineering Aquascope</td>
<td>Students build an aquascope for a seek & find challenge.</td>
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<td>Mechanical Engineering Wind-Up Toy</td>
<td>Students learn how a wind-up toy works and make their own toy. </td>
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<td>Civil Engineering Rock, Paper, Scissors</td>
<td>Students are challenged to build a structure with rock-, paper & scissors. </td>
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<td>Aerospace Engineering Bernoulli's Frog</td>
<td>Students learn about Bernoulli's principle with their own frog levitation toy.</td>
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</tbody></table>More Than Pinkhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10060/winter-spring-2024/more-than-pink2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Empower yourself to be strong inside and out by combining training for a 5K run with lessons that empower all girls to celebrate their bodies, honor their voices and embrace their gifts. </p><p>No prior running experience is necessary. Try something you never thought you could do! The 5K run for all schools will be held on May 29th. </p>Cardio Sculpt Corehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10811/summer-2024/cardio-sculpt-core2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Optimize your workout with this new blend of Tiffany's already phenomenal classes. Combining the up-beat energy of cardio, with the strength building essentials of sculpt gives you a full body fitness session. Weights provided at class. Please bring your own mat and water bottle.</p>Acrylic Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10077/winter-spring-2024/acrylic-painting2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to create a unique, quick and expressive acrylic painting. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show, creating dynamic results.</p><p>Create a beautiful acrylic painting following step-by-step instructions, all while learning about composition and color mixing. No experience is necessary and all supplies are included. Each class can stand alone or take all to build more skills.</p>RC Car Racinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10261/winter-spring-2024/rc-car-racing2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Take the wheel of a 1:10 scale RC car as you race through a track complete with turns, bumps and jumps. </p><p>The evening will be divided into training followed by an hour of driving.</p>Retirement Planning: What Do You Do Now?http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10183/winter-spring-2024/retirement-planning-what-do-you-do-now2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Most people plan for the financial side of retirement but often don't focus on the personal side. Explore the personal life-planning questions you need to ask yourself before you retire.</p><hr><p>Everyone looks forward to retirement, however, leaving one life to begin another is often more difficult than expected. Whether you planned in advance for retirement or it came unexpectedly, there are many aspects of retirement and a “new life” that many never think about prior to retirement. After you retire, your daily life will change in more ways than you can probably imagine. Developing a clear picture of how you want to live your life after you retire will help you make better plans and adapt more easily to the changes retirement brings.</p>Mini Cake Design with Fondant Sculptureshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10029/winter-spring-2024/mini-cake-design-with-fondant-sculptures2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you fond of fondant? Learn to color and create detailed sculptures out of fondant then attach the sculptures to your cake to make your own edible masterpiece! </p><p> All artistic abilities welcome!</p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"></span></span></p>Dodgeball Tournament Grades 4-8http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10095/winter-spring-2024/dodgeball-tournament-grades-4-82023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Don't miss the 16th Annual Minnetonka Dodgeball Tournament! Sign up your seven-member team today. Prizes are awarded to top placing teams, best team uniforms and most creative team names. </p><p>$35 PER TEAM</p><p><strong>One person from each team should register and indicate team members</strong>. Maximum of seven members per team. Registration closes Wednesday, April 10. </p><hr><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">IMPORTANT: All participants need to complete the following waiver by Monday, April 15- <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexdiZ3LL1KV7xofXC6j7vUwzFA7yUYX5EF_-X6IV_62z-nmw/viewform?usp=sf_link">CLICK HERE</a> .</span></strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><strong><br></strong></span></p>Family & Friends CPRhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10099/winter-spring-2024/family-friends-cpr—12023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn life-saving techniques to prevent, recognize and respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies in adults, children and infants. Ideal for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, caregivers and others interested in learning how to save a life.</p><p>This class is led by Lori Wessin, a certified American Heart Association CPR, First Aid and AED instructor with over a decade of experience. This class is intended for those who want to learn CPR, but don't need certification to meet job requirements.</p>Super Tots Sampler (Soccer and T-ball)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10044/winter-spring-2024/super-tots-sampler-soccer-and-t-ball2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Your young athlete will be introduced to soccer and t-ball in this inclusive course. Designed for beginner players, they will work on the fundamentals of both sports, setting them up for future leagues.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota">click here</a>!</p>Study Skills for Success - High Schoolhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10047/winter-spring-2024/study-skills-for-success-high-school2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>This class provides instruction and coaching to increase your study skills for higher achievement in high school and beyond.</p><hr><p>Students will learn how to:</p><ul> <li>set realistic goals and achieve them</li>
</ul><ul> <li>organize their school work</li>
</ul><ul> <li>maintain focus during lessons and study time</li>
</ul><ul> <li>get their work done by due dates</li>
</ul><ul> <li>study effectively for tests</li>
</ul><ul> <li>take and organize notes for learning</li>
</ul><ul> <li>plan for long-term projects and stay motivated throughout the school year<hr>
</li>
</ul><p>Students are welcome to take these as stand alone sessions or as part of a two-session series. In Session 1 the main focus is on learning the strategies and in Session 2 it is on applying them and making them a habit.</p><p>Session 1 - Wednesdays, Feb 28-April 10. 5:30-6:25 pm. (no class March 27 or April 3)</p><p>Session 2 - Wednesdays, April 17-May 15. 5:30-6:25 pm.</p>Blooming Bouquetshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10032/winter-spring-2024/blooming-bouquets2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Use your creativity to construct sweet and delicious, edible flower bouquets from various fruits! Eat it yourself or give it to a loved one! </p><p>All supplies are included. *Gluten and dairy-free class.</p><hr>Monthly Online Watercolor Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10093/winter-spring-2024/monthly-online-watercolor-painting2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to paint a beautiful scene in watercolors. Follow step-by-step instructions and engage in discussion on the difference between dry brush work, wet-on-wet, and wet-on-dry as you participate in this enjoyable workshop. </p><p>This is a great, no-fear, way to learn to paint in watercolors. </p><p><strong><u>Supplies:</u></strong></p><p><strong>Paint and Brushes:</strong></p><ul>
<li><em>Artist’s Loft TM Fundamentals TM Watercolor Pan Set</em></li>
<li><em>Watercolor Paper 140lb. Coldpress 9 x 12 pad</em></li>
<li><em>Watercolor Brushes such as Royal & Langnickel acrylic handle round number 10 brush</em></li>
<li><em>Recommended - 1-inch flat soft bristle flat brush</em></li>
</ul><p><strong>Other:</strong></p><ul>
<li><em>Pencil</em></li>
<li><em>Cup or jar for water</em></li>
<li><em>Paper towels</em></li>
<li><em>A board to tape paper flat</em></li>
<li><em>Masking tape</em></li>
<li><em>Hair Dryer to speed drying time</em></li>
</ul>Ultimate Frisbeehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10218/winter-spring-2024/ultimate-frisbee2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>The game of ultimate frisbee combines the non-stop movement and athletic endurance of soccer, with the aerial passing skills of football. </p><p>All players will make a team and have plenty of opportunities to play.</p><p>Minnetonka will support two teams for the 2024 season. Pending the conditions of the fields, teams will practice twice per week beginning in early April. Games will be held on Thursdays at Minnetonka Middle School East or MHS for home games and away games TBD once the schedule is released. </p><p>The team will receive a schedule with all dates. Fees cover jerseys, registration, weekly games, and three tournaments. All players will need to register for their MN Ultimate membership separately at <a href="https://minnesotaultimate.org/">https://minnesotaultimate.org/</a>.</p><p>Early registration deadline is February 16th, 2024. A $20 late fee will be assessed after this deadline.</p><p>Indoor practices will begin in March with schedule TBD.</p>Adult & Child Glassblowing/Lampworkinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10249/winter-spring-2024/adult-child-glassblowing-lampworking2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Spend some parent/child time together learning to make a marble at Skylab Glass Arts! The side-by-side stations at our training table are perfect for some family time. Learn to shape marbles and other creations limited only by the imagination, using table mounted torches. No price experience necessary, ages 10+.</p><p>Skylab Glass Arts</p><p>8838 7th Ave N</p><p>Golden Valley, MN</p><p>55427 </p>FSA Basketball Academy - Open Runshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10269/winter-spring-2024/fsa-basketball-academy-open-runs2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>These sessions are designed to emphasize the concept of playground basketball. Participate in basketball skills challenges focusing on shooting, passing and dribbling stations.</p><p>Each session will include small-sided games that include one-on-one, twenty-one, and three-on-three.</p>My Little Horse Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10291/winter-spring-2024/my-little-horse-camp2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Campers will get to ride a real horse in an arena, meet a number of different horses at Boulder Pointe and learn how to groom the horses...all with a focus on safety!</p><p> In addition, students will do an art project and have an opportunity to make horse treats to feed their new friends. </p><p>Stations are split into 15 minute intervals to keep everyone engaged. Parents have the opportunity to lead their child on the horse and take photographs as they go.</p><p> <strong>PARENT/GUARDIAN:</strong> This 2-hour camp is designed for parent/guardian participation. Parent/Guardian is expected to remain with their child during the entire duration of the camp.</p><p> <strong>WEATHER:</strong> Camps are held rain or shine, as we have an indoor barn and arena. </p><p> <strong>FORMS:</strong> Release and Liability Form one per person, electronically completed on our website <a href="https://www.horseridingrocks.com/forms.html">Forms</a></p>How to Cut the Cable Cordhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10171/winter-spring-2024/how-to-cut-the-cable-cord2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Cable (or satellite) television is the single most expensive utility for many households. This class will show you viewing options that are free or much lower cost than cable.</p><hr>
<p>We'll discuss the pros and cons of cable, how to obtain internet without cable, how to get TV from your computer to your television and much more. Find out why and how millions of TV watchers are ditching cable forever.</p>Intro to Archery (Level 1)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10128/winter-spring-2024/intro-to-archery-level-12023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Archery improves concentration, physical fitness and is a lot of fun! Learn technique, rules, scoring, history, etiquette and equipment care. For brand new archers. Coached by NASP certified instructors. All equipment provided.</p><p>Intro to Archery is a basic learning course designed to introduce new archers to a bow, arrow & target. This class will cover safety, rules, and technique and prepare them for the Beginner Archery Class. If you want to join your child in this class and learn along with them, please let us know!</p><p>This course uses curriculum from the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) in collaboration with the Minnesota DNR. Participants will learn the fundamentals of archery in a safe, disciplined training program with an emphasis on safety.</p>Alone at Homehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10017/winter-spring-2024/alone-at-home2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get prepared to stay home alone, safely. You’ll learn first aid, safety procedures and what to do in severe weather. Review phone skills, explore fun snack ideas and learn interactive games and activities.</p>Stevie Ray Improvhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10054/winter-spring-2024/stevie-ray-improv—12023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to think on your feet, gain self-confidence and have a ton of fun performing with your friends. No experience is necessary.</p><p>Stevie Ray’s Improv Company is one of the longest-running improv theaters in Minnesota. The class culminates with you performing a recital for family and friends at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, located at the famous Chanhassen Dinner Theatre!</p><p>Students will end the program with a recital at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre for friends and family. Audience members will be charged $5 to attend the recital. This goes towards the Stevie Ray Improv Company staff for hosting the show and Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. </p><p>Please see below for the schedule of when your recital will be!</p><p><br><strong> </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>501 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN 55317</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong><br></strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>Recital Schedule:</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong><br></strong></strong></p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">April 14th:</span></strong></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>Clear Springs:</strong> Students and families arrive at <strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"></span></strong>6:30, <strong>show </strong><strong>from </strong></span><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">7-8pm</span></strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><br></span></span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">April 21st:</span></strong></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>Groveland:</strong> Students and families arrive at <strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong>6:30, <strong>show </strong><strong>from </strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">7-8pm</span></strong></span></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><br></span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">May 5th:</span></strong></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>Minnetonka Middle School East:</strong><strong> </strong>Students and families arrive at 6:30, <strong>show </strong><strong style="background-color: initial;">from 7</strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">-8pm</span></strong></span></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Scenic Heights: </span></strong><span style="background-color: initial;">Students and families arrive at 5:00, <strong>show </strong><strong>from 5:30-6:30</strong></span><strong style="background-color: initial;">pm</strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><br></span></strong></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><strong></strong></span></span></p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">June 2nd:</span></strong></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>Deephaven:</strong> Students and families arrive at 2:00, <strong>show </strong><strong>from </strong><strong style="background-color: initial;">2:30-3:30pm</strong></span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>Excelsior: </strong>Students and families arrive at 3:30, <strong>show </strong><strong>from </strong></span><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">4:00-5:00pm</span></strong></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>Minnetonka Middle School West: </strong>Students and families arrive at 5:00, <strong>show from 5:30-6:30pm</strong></span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>Minnewashta: </strong>Students and families arrive at 6:30, <strong>show from 7:00-8:00pm </strong></span></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><br></span></span></strong></p><p><strong><strong><br></strong></strong></p>Hypnosis for Weight Loss, Smoking/Tobacco/Vaping Cessationhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10265/winter-spring-2024/hypnosis-for-weight-loss-smoking-tobacco-vaping-cessation2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>If you have a desire to stop your cravings, this class can help you stop immediately without withdrawal, cravings and weight gain. Get motivated and increase willpower and self-confidence through hypnosis.</p><hr><p>Both of these classes include a free reinforcement CD and lifetime membership card which allows participants to attend future classes for free. Participants can sit or lay down for the hypnosis portion of the class.</p><p><u>Agenda:</u> </p><ul>
<li>Check in at 5:45 pm</li>
<li>Introductions for both classes 6:00 pm</li>
<li>Weight Loss Class 7:00 - 8:00 pm</li>
<li>Stop Smoking/Chewing Class 8:00 - 8:45 pm</li>
</ul>Tonka Trail Trot (one-mile run)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10258/winter-spring-2024/tonka-trail-trot-one-mile-run2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Run the trails and hills in this exciting, cross country mile set on the beautiful campus of Minnetonka Community Education Center and Deephaven Elementary.</p><p>Participants will be assigned heats by grade and gender and the one-mile route will be staffed for safety.</p><p><em>Receive $5 off your Tonka Youth Tri registration when you sign up for the Tonka Trail Trot!</em></p>Baseballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10013/winter-spring-2024/baseball2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
</span></b></p><p>Get ready for the season with training and skill development focused on hitting, fielding, baserunning and throwing.</p>Amazing Athleteshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10050/winter-spring-2024/amazing-athletes2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Let's get active! Experience an educational sports and fitness program that teaches the fundamentals and mechanics of nine ball sports and seven key areas of motor development.</p><p>In this course we will cover: baseball, volleyball, lacrosse, football, basketball, soccer, golf, hockey and tennis. Build self-confidence, practice teamwork and improve fine and gross motor skills with us! In this non-competitive environment, you will increase your cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, hand-eye coordination and reaction time. Parents are not required to stay, but are welcome. </p><p>For more information about Amazing Athletes of Southwest Metro, please <a href="http://www.amazingathletes.com/category/provider-categories/about-us?author_name=swmetro&franchise_id=66" style="background-color: initial;">click here</a>.</p>Dog Obedience Level 1: Basic Life Skillshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10106/winter-spring-2024/dog-obedience-level-1-basic-life-skills2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Discover how to teach your dog a sense of self-calming, and desirable house and social manners. Use basic cues such as sit, down, stay, and come with both hand and voice signals. </p><p>We will also talk about tips for loose leash walking, jumping on guests, and ways to keep our pups mentally stimulated. Our goal is to help you gain or build a trusting relationship with your dog and learn when to meet them in the middle. Behavior modification is a science and applies to all animals, regardless of age.</p><p><strong>No dogs on the first night of class. </strong>The first class is for the human end of the leash only. Please email proof of your dog's updated vaccine information to your instructor Holly at hollyjean.unleashed@gmail.com before the 1st day of class. (Your dog must be up-to-date on both Rabies and Distemper Combo (if under 6 months, bring in updates as they are obtained). Bordetella is not required, though strongly recommended.</p><p>Please wear comfortable shoes, as we will be doing some moving around. Other supplies such as treats and leashes will be discussed during the first week of orientation. No dogs the first week.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">***If you believe your dog is aggressive or fearful, one-on-one sessions will be more appropriate for you. If you have any questions, you can find info on Unleashed Trainers website at <a href="https://link.edgepilot.com/s/5c5a8ba0/kZBx_R9inUuOP0iW5ZOKpA?u=http://www.unleashedtrainers.com/">https://link.edgepilot.com/s/5c5a8ba0/kZBx_R9inUuOP0iW5ZOKpA?u=http://www.unleashedtrainers.com/</a> or you can register under the Privates Lessons tab.***</span></p>Cardio Corehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10813/summer-2024/cardio-core2023-11-21T00:00:00-06:00<h1></h1><p>This low-impact cardio class incorporates core exercises to get you moving and grooving, punching and kicking, and then zen you on your way for a happy & peaceful day!</p>Gentle Yogahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10193/winter-spring-2024/gentle-yoga2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>A blend of gentle movement, classic yoga poses and breath practices. Gentle Yoga promotes physical and mental balance, increases flexibility and strength, reduces stress and improves breathing.</p><hr><p>For all levels.</p><p>Please bring a yoga mat. If you need to purchase one, we have premium mats available at MCEC. Students are also encouraged to bring a blanket and yoga blocks.</p>Monthly Online Acrylic Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10092/winter-spring-2024/monthly-online-acrylic-painting2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to paint quick and expressive acrylic paintings with one brush and a limited color palette. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show, creating dynamic results in your acrylic paintings.</p>Dance Fitnesshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10107/winter-spring-2024/dance-fitness2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get groovin’, movin’, energized, and fit through dance! Routines designed for an effective head-to-toe work out that benefits the mind, body and soul! Improve balance, flexibility, coordination and cardiovascular strength as you have fun dancing. If you have any medical concerns, consult your doctor before joining the class.</p><p>No prior dance experience is required. Everyone is welcome. Wear comfortable workout clothing, and athletic shoes, and bring water.</p>Intro to Glassblowing/Lampworkinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10248/winter-spring-2024/intro-to-glassblowing-lampworking2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Lampworking is a method of glassblowing using a fix mounted torch to melt and manipulate glass into a desired form. We will go over safety, the torch and glass, work on solid shaped objects and marbles. Class participants will keep their creations made in class.</p><hr>
<p>This class is for newer lampworkers and people with little or no experience on the torch.</p><p>Skylab Glass Arts</p><p>8838 7th Ave N</p><p>Golden Valley, Mn</p><p>55427 </p><hr>Valley Fair Park Machineshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10026/winter-spring-2024/valley-fair-park-machines2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you fascinated by machines? Learn about aerodynamics, elastic energy and renewable energy through building motorized models of North Star carousel, extreme swing pirate ship, maze ride, giant ferris wheel and more!</p><p>e2 Young Engineers offers an internationally acclaimed Robotics and STEM education program taught in 50+ countries. This program is recognized by Harvard School of Education and European Union as leaders in robotics and science education in the world. This is a problem and project-based learning program where students learn about new Robotics and STEM concepts in every class and apply those concepts by building unique and different operational robots and machines in every class.</p>Driver Educationhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10020/winter-spring-2024/driver-education2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Safeway Driving School has been creating safe, responsible teen drivers for more than 50 years. Minnetonka Community Education partners with Safeway to offer classes that emphasize defensive driving techniques.</p><hr><p><strong>Instruction:</strong> Our program includes 30 hours of instruction, as required by law, in 10, three-hour lessons. Students can start classes at age 14½, obtain their permit at age 15 and license at age 16. The curriculum includes study guides, PowerPoint instruction, videos, discussion, worksheets and interactive software. Classes focus on critical behaviors and attitudes common to teen drivers and prepare them for the Minnesota Permit Exam.</p><hr><p><strong>Behind-the-Wheel Instruction:</strong> Students must complete six hours of driving lessons with a Safeway instructor before taking the Minnesota Road Exam. Lessons are divided into three, two-hour private lessons with a responsible, professional Safeway driving instructor. Students can be picked up from and dropped off at home, school or work. Safeway offers convenient, online scheduling for behind-the-wheel instruction. The lessons are given on actual city streets, highways and freeways. It is recommended that students take their first lesson 6-8 weeks after receiving their permit. Lessons should be at least 30 days apart allowing for practice with parents between lessons and can be scheduled with Safeway Driving School. </p><hr><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;">Parent Involvement: </strong>Safeway offers detailed information on its website to assist parents with understanding Minnesota laws and requirements for student drivers. Monthly parent information classes are offered <a href="https://safewaydrivingschool.com/for-parents/" style="background-color: initial;">online.</a></p><p>Parents/guardians will be required to complete Safeway’s Account Verification. Safeway will be sending out an email before class begins that gives detailed information about how to login to the student’s Safeway account to verify and complete contact information and to review and acknowledge our Service Agreement.</p><hr>
<p>Need to make up a lesson? Any student that misses a class will need to log on to their Safeway account <strong style="background-color: initial;"><em>after</em></strong> they have missed the class, they will then be able to choose an upcoming make-up day option. Questions? contact <a href="mailto:info@safewaydrivingschool.com" style="background-color: initial;">info@safewaydrivingschool.com</a></p>Ultimate Clay Studiohttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10186/winter-spring-2024/ultimate-clay-studio2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get ready for hands-on fun! Learn how to sculpt, coil, slab and pinch clay to make super cute and fun creations out of air-dry clay.</p>Preschool Piano Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10004/winter-spring-2024/preschool-piano-lessons2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Start your child's musical journey with Minnetonka Music Academy! Eight 30-minute or 45-min weekly private lessons take place at the Minnetonka Community Center on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday from morning to early afternoon. Our piano teachers have experience in teaching young children and use books especially written for beginners. </p><p>Please register online and you will be contacted to schedule a lesson time in late December and late March.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(198, 217, 240);">Winter Session Lesson Dates (start on the week of 01/09/2024)</span></p><p>Tuesday Lessons: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27</p><p>Wednesday Lessons: 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28</p><p>Thursday Lessons: 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29</p><p>Friday Lessons: 1/12, 1/19, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/8, 3/15</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(155, 187, 89);">Spring Session Lesson Dates (start on the week of 04/09/2024)</span></p><p>Tuesday Lessons: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28</p><p>Wednesday Lessons: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29</p><p>Thursday Lessons: 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(195, 214, 155);"></span></p><p>Friday Lessons: 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31</p>Women’s Beginning Intermediate Tennis (Level 2.5/3.0)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10089/winter-spring-2024/women-s-beginning-intermediate-tennis-level-2-5-3-02023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Step up into introductory match play, explore match play strategy components and focus on tennis skill development. Designed for those that have completed or mastered skills of Advanced Beginners Tennis.</p><hr>
<p>If you have any questions as to whether this class is the right level for you, please call Scott Swanson at the Minnetonka Tennis Club at 952-473-2591.</p>Women's Hiking Grouphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10165/winter-spring-2024/women-s-hiking-group2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Get out in the fresh air as you hike beautiful local, unpaved trails all around the Southwest Metro. A few of the regional parks and trails utilized will be: Gale Woods Farms, Carver Park Reserve and Wolsfeld Woods Scientific Natural Area.</p><hr><p>Appropriate footwear and attire are an absolute must for the hikes. We step over trees and cross muddy rivers, the trails are rooty and rocky. We won't be on asphalt, so bring footwear with traction.</p><p>We will go at a moderate pace, 2.5-3 miles an hour for 60 minutes depending upon the trail, conditions, and number of stops to take in the view or check out a wildflower.</p><p>Fitness test: Must be able to stand on one foot unsupported for 10 seconds, walk at a brisk pace for 45 minutes.</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>Mini-Tonka Soccerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10049/winter-spring-2024/mini-tonka-soccer2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"></span></p><p>Learn soccer, movement and decision-making skills. Each session includes skill and character development and a game. Parent volunteer coaches are needed.</p><p>All equipment provided.</p><p><strong>Parent Coaches: </strong>Have fun coaching your son or daughter and teammates. No experience is necessary as we'll provide leadership, plans, and support to help you and your team have a great experience! Please indicate your willingness to coach in your registration.</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>T-Ball Leaguehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10055/winter-spring-2024/t-ball-league2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the game of T-ball in a relaxed introductory league for preschoolers. This program is designed to teach your player the fundamentals while participating in a team sport. </p><p>Each session includes a skill practice followed by a game. Each player receives a team t-shirt; players need to bring a glove. Games are at 5:30 or 6:30 p.m.; game times will alternate weekly. Teams are coached by volunteer parents. Volunteer coaches are needed to lead teams.</p><p><br>Parents: We need volunteer coaches. Please indicate your desire to coach on the registration form. The coaches' meeting for the spring session will be held virtually on Tuesday, May 14, at 6 p.m. Coaches will call players with team assignments and game times; players should expect a phone call from a coach by May 19.</p>Beginner/Intermediate Fencinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10053/winter-spring-2024/beginner-intermediate-fencing2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the sport of fencing with Minnesota Sword Play. This class will teach the basic skills of fencing from guard, basic blocks, and attacks. All equipment and gear will be provided. </p><p>Students will participate in a tournament on the last day and compete for a prize. Students must show up on time for the last day to compete. </p>Code Championship Tournament Serieshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10254/winter-spring-2024/code-championship-tournament-series2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong></strong></p><p>Build your own computer bot to compete against other coders! Competitive coding is an exciting chance to develop coding and computer skills - no previous experience required!</p><p>The Code Championship Series is a series of four tournaments in four weeks (it's ok to miss one or two). These tournaments will be hosted online using Google Meet and the Code Championship website. If you have a modern browser like Chrome or Firefox, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how to navigate the internet (basic typing and mouse control). </p><hr><p><strong>The link to the Google Meet event will be emailed two days before the tournament.</strong></p>FSA Basketball Academy - Little Shootershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10268/winter-spring-2024/fsa-basketball-academy-little-shooters2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn beginner-level concepts through age-appropriate cooperative play and fundamental basketball. </p><p>FSA coaches are guided by our five core values when teaching basketball concepts: Relationships, Discipline, Dedication, Communication, and Integrity.</p>Beginning Golfhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10046/winter-spring-2024/beginning-golf2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
</span></b></p><p>Beginning Golf incorporates developmentally appropriate equipment and simplifies instruction for young players. Golfers will learn fundamental skills while having fun. Equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p>Photo Organization - Print & Digitalhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10192/winter-spring-2024/photo-organization-print-digital2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Develop a system to get every printed photo, digital photo and all of your memorabilia organized once and for all!</p><hr><p>Learn about scanning for slides, movies, prints backing up, cloud storage & scanners. You'll leave with a plan for a system that allows you to access every photo you own in literally seconds!</p>Pediatric CPR & First Aidhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10101/winter-spring-2024/pediatric-cpr-first-aid—12023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>This American Heart Association course is designed to meet the regulatory requirements for childcare workers. Learn how to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant until professional help arrives.</p><p>The course covers the four steps of first aid and first aid skills such as finding the problem, stopping bleeding, bandaging and using an Epinephrine pen, as well as child CPR AED, infant CPR and optional modules in adult CPR AED, child mask, infant mask and Asthma Care Training for Childcare Providers.</p><hr>
<p>Class is ideal for childcare workers, coaches, foster care workers and others responsible for children including parents, grandparents, babysitters, teachers, youth group leaders, camp counselors and guardians.</p><p>Certification Received: American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid & CPR (valid for two years)</p>High School Rugbyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10219/winter-spring-2024/high-school-rugby2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Carry, pass or kick in one of the fastest-growing sports. All players are welcome and no experience is necessary. Teams will practice twice per week. Practice begins in mid-February and matches typically begin in April.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">The registration fee includes socks, shorts, a team T-shirt and club dues. Dues cover referees, athletic trainers, tournaments, a team BBQ and all fees for MN Youth Rugby registration. Participants must register and complete the paperwork including the health form and waiver before beginning practice. <strong>Please </strong></span><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1APQKStmT_9vJBr2i41pin3jK2G7DnqAjvzFKtXo4alM/edit?usp=sharing">CLICK HERE</a> <strong style="background-color: initial;">to download the paperwork</strong>. Paperwork can be faxed to (952) 401-6805, mailed to or dropped off at the Minnetonka Community Education Center, emailed to ethan.wolfe@minnetonkaschools.org, or be given to the coach at practice. Paperwork must be turned in by April 2 to play in matches.</p><p>*Practice days and times may change depending on coach availability.</p><p>See the team page for schedules, rules and other important information. Coaches and MN Youth Rugby will give players the final schedule. </p><p>Girls Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/tonkagirlsrugby<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/tonkagirlsrugby" style="background-color: initial;"></a></p><p>Boys Website: https://www.minnetonkarugby.com<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/80881616336/" style="background-color: initial;"></a></p>East Meets Westhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10096/winter-spring-2024/east-meets-west2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">Join us for the 8th grade East Meets West Party at MHS on Friday, May 10, 7-8:30 pm (please enter through the West Entrance).</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(155, 187, 89);"><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);"></span></span></strong><strong><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">Meet new and old friends from MMW and MME at the 8th grade East Meets West dance! Enjoy music, games, a photo booth and snacks with your friends.</span></strong></p><h3><strong><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);"><span style="background-color: rgb(247, 150, 70);">*****PLEASE NOTE*****</span></span></strong></h3><h3><strong><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);"><span style="background-color: rgb(247, 150, 70);">ALL STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO REMAIN INSIDE THE DESIGNATED EAST MEETS WEST AREA UNTIL THE EVENT ENDS OR A PARENT/GUARDIAN IS PRESENT FOR PICK-UP. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL STUDENTS BE ABLE TO LEAVE WITHOUT AN ADULT. </span></span></strong></h3><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);"><br></span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(79, 129, 189);">T-Shirt: </span></strong><span style="color: rgb(79, 129, 189);">A MHS Class of 2028 t-shirt is included in the event fee. T-shirts should be picked up at the event. </span></p><h3>
<span style="color: rgb(79, 129, 189);"></span><b style="color: rgb(79, 129, 189); background-color: initial; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="background-color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">MUST REGISTER BY APRIL 17 TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT!</span></span></span></span></b>
</h3><p><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);"><strong>Concessions: </strong>The concession stand will be open to purchase snacks and beverages. </span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(79, 129, 189);"><strong><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">Parent Chaperones: We are looking for parent chaperones for this event! Please email community.ed@minnetonkaschools.org. </span></strong></span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"></span></span></p><p>As you prepare your child for this event, please know that there will be loud music and 150-250 students in attendance. Throughout the event, there will be large group activities, such as dancing and gym games.</p><p><strong></strong><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><strong></strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><strong>Advanced registration closes at 1 pm on Friday, May 10th. </strong></span></span><strong style="background-color: initial;">Same-day registration is available at the door ($20).</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"></span></span></p><hr><p style="text-align: center;"></p>STEAM Team Clubhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10034/winter-spring-2024/steam-team-club2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Are you going to be a scientist or an engineer? Test your creative problem-solving skills and engage in your love of science, tech, engineering, math, art and more through a variety of STEM-related challenges!</p><p>A program perfect for future Scientists and Engineers! We'll challenge your creative problem-solving skills and spark your love of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.</p><p>Discover an amazing array of activities and challenges from various STEM disciplines (Aeronautics, Space, Marine, Eco and more) that help develop critical thinking and teamwork skills. </p><p> A fun program for young STEAMers! </p><p>No projects are repeated across sessions.</p>Advanced Beginner Tennis Lessons for Womenhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10088/winter-spring-2024/advanced-beginner-tennis-lessons-for-women2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>This class is for women with some tennis experience who would like to take their play to the next level.</p><p>Learn to sustain longer rallies, improve your serve and your volleys, refresh your tennis vocabulary and improve your techniques. </p><p>We have lots of new equipment available to use during class. Non-marking shoes required along with your enthusiasm to have some fun tearing up the courts!</p>Boulder Pointe Equestrian - Horse Day Camphttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10292/winter-spring-2024/boulder-pointe-equestrian-horse-day-camp2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn what it's like to have a horse for a day! Ride in the indoor and/or outdoor arenas for 40-50 minutes (no trails), practice how to steer, stop, turn and walk on your own. Other activities may include making horse treats, doing crafts, and playing games. </p><p>You’ll also learn how to meet and care for the horses, which is a big part of ownership! </p><p>Campers are broken into smaller groups based on similar riding experience and age, which is perfect for both new and more experienced riders! Parent Drop-off is at 9am and Parent pickup is 3 pm. Sorry we do not allow parents to stay for the day. </p><p> <strong>WHAT DO CAMPERS NEED TO BRING?</strong> ● Long pants, closed toe shoes, appropriate clothes for weather inside and outside of barn. ● No flip flops. ● Sunscreen/hat/bug spray ● Water bottle/drinks/snacks and a lunch ● Treats for the horses if you want ● Helmets are provided. </p><p> <strong style="background-color: initial;">WEATHER:</strong> Camps are held rain or shine, as we have an indoor barn and arena. <br> </p><p> <strong>FORMS:</strong> Release and Liability Form one per person, electronically completed on our website <a href="https://www.horseridingrocks.com/forms.html">Forms</a></p>Fifth Grade Finalehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10097/winter-spring-2024/fifth-grade-finale2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p style="text-align: center;"></p><p><strong><strong>Minnetonka Middle School West Finale</strong><strong>: Friday, April 19, 6:30-8pm</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>Minnetonka Middle School East Finale</strong><strong>: Friday, May 3, 6:30-8pm</strong></strong></p><p>Come and check out your new middle school and have a blast dancing, taking pictures in the photo booth, playing games and bouncing on the inflatables - all while meeting future sixth-grade classmates.</p><p>Join us for the fourteenth annual Fifth-Grade Finale! The event will start promptly at 6:30 pm and will end at 8 pm.</p><p>**This is a drop-off event. Fifth graders only. <strong>Parents, please come pick up your child from the cafeteria promptly at 8 pm.</strong></p><hr><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);">Concessions: </span></strong>Concessions are available at the event. Items and prices will be available soon.</p><hr><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">Chaperones Needed!</span></strong></p><p>If you're interested in volunteering as a parent chaperone, please use this link to sign up for a volunteer placement:</p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfT6GOJeG9HbEIQzPkEqaT88zilgIo9idTP2_jXEBc4fhHSLA/viewform?usp=sf_link">MMW Finale Parent Chaperone</a></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiUSzewQ4HuOIpWDCAv5NEfr_5PpZvg053ZZHrWugiP_6Vkw/viewform?usp=sf_link">MME Finale Parent Chaperone</a></p><p><span style="color: rgb(75, 172, 198);"></span></p><hr><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">
</span></span></strong></p><p>Online registration will close at 1pm on the day of the Finale. At the door registration ($12) will be available starting at 6:30pm.</p><hr><p><strong>As you prepare your child for this event, please know that there will be loud music and many students in attendance. Throughout the event, there will be large group activities, such as dancing, dodgeball games and inflatables, as well as quieter options including a movie room and an art space. </strong></p>Fresh Citrus, Fruity & Floral Spring Soapshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10182/winter-spring-2024/fresh-citrus-fruity-floral-spring-soaps2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Make beautiful, super moisturizing, sulfate-free, melt 'n pour soaps with natural, nutrient-rich oils that gently cleanse and protect your skin. </p><p><br>Blend luscious, clean, phthalate-free fragrance oils you'll love for spring: lemon, orange, lime, berries, mango/papaya, peony, jasmine, sage-mint, gardenia, lilac, peach and more. Grab your friends, family and neighbors for a very special night out. Perfect for the gardeners in your life, and of course mom - celebrate together! Take home soaps in 4 fragrance blends and DIY recipes.</p>California Sushi Roll Extravaganzahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10161/winter-spring-2024/california-sushi-roll-extravaganza2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the skill of creating delicious seasoned sushi rice, spicy mayo, and how to stuff, wrap and shape the rolls with wonderful filling ingredients. One of these fillings is a “crab” salad that will be created using crabsticks.</p><hr><p>If children/youth are participating, supervision is required. No refunds after ingredient list and packet are received. Ingredient list and packet will be sent 5-7 days before class. Registration fee can include participants from the SAME HOUSEHOLD ONLY.</p>Shinrin Yoku - Forest Bathinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10197/winter-spring-2024/shinrin-yoku-forest-bathing2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Experience an ancient wellness practice by joining us on an immersive, meditative, and awe-inspiring Japanese forest bathing experience (Shinrin Yoku). Feel how nature’s fractals, sounds, and sensations reduce your stress and enhance focus.</p><hr><p>Give yourself permission to slow down and connect your senses to the healing beauty of our metro area’s green forested spaces.</p><p> DAY OF WALK: • Please arrive at walk location 15 minutes prior to walk to allow for check-in and walk overview. • Late arrivals cannot be accommodated due to the immersive nature of the program. • This is a TECH-FREE experience, so please leave mobile phones in car for duration of walk.</p>Shocking Electrical Engineeringhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10065/winter-spring-2024/shocking-electrical-engineering2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Ready for some hair-raising, hands-on fun? Build electrical circuits with batteries, wires, motors, buzzers, switches all while learning about electricity and the flow of electrons. Investigate which liquid solutions will conduct electricity, plus build battery-powered gadgets, including an electromagnet to take home.</p>Spring Roll Symphonyhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10163/winter-spring-2024/spring-roll-symphony2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>No need to look beyond your own kitchen for restaurant-quality spring rolls! Whether you are looking to host a memorable Dim Sum get-together or simply want to create something fresh and bright to welcome in the spring, this is the class you have been looking for!</p><hr><p>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 learning the techniques to create fillings, and how to wrap, roll, and cook these delightful packets of bright deliciousness! Freezing and reheating tips will also be shared! Come join the FUN! </p><p>If children/youth are participating, supervision is required. No refunds after ingredient list and packet are received. Ingredient list and packet will be sent 5-7 days before class. Registration fee can include participants from the SAME HOUSEHOLD ONLY.</p>Flatbread Pizza & Pizza Paninihttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10164/winter-spring-2024/flatbread-pizza-pizza-panini2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Take-out pizza may just become a thing of the past! Create fantastic flatbread pizzas and pizza panini from scratch!</p><hr><p> <strong>On the Menu:</strong> Wonderful Flatbread Pizzas, Pizza Panini, and OUT-OF-THIS WORLD Pizza Sauce! TWO of the instructors’ personal recipes for two different homemade doughs will be used. One will be for the flatbread pizzasand the other for the Panini Rolls that will be turned into pizza panini! The instructor will provide Step-by-step guidance and instruction help to ensure the process is as simple as can be. Participants can personalize their flatbread Pizzas and Panini with toppings and fillings of their choosing. </p><p>If children/youth are participating, supervision is required. No refunds after ingredient list and packet are received. Ingredient list and packet will be sent 5-7 days before class. Registration fee can include participants from the SAME HOUSEHOLD ONLY.</p>An Introduction to Voiceovershttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10104/winter-spring-2024/an-introduction-to-voiceovers2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the craft of voiceovers in this growing, remote working industry! Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery.</p><hr><p>One-time, 90-minute, one-on-one, video-chat class! Adults 18 & up.</p><p>Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo </p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Additional information: </span></strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Upon registration, you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience.</span></p><p><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"></span></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;">Requirements: Students must have internet access and video chatting capabilities using a method such as: Zoom, Skype (Win/Mac/Mobile) or iChat/FaceTime (Mac/iOS).</strong></p>Makerspace Open Lab: Punch Cardhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10323/winter-spring-2024/makerspace-open-lab-punch-card2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><strong>Craft, connect and enjoy the new Makerspace! Crafts are available for purchase during Open Lab times or bring your own project to work on.</strong></p><p>Tuesdays, 9-11 AM</p><ul>
<li>January 9th</li>
<li>February 6th</li>
<li>March 5th</li>
<li>April 9th</li>
<li>May 7th</li>
</ul><p>Wednesdays, 2-4 PM</p><ul>
<li>January 17th</li>
<li>February 21st</li>
<li>March 13th</li>
<li>April 17th</li>
<li>May 15th</li>
</ul><p>Thursdays, 5-7 PM</p><ul>
<li>January 25th</li>
<li>February 29th</li>
<li>March 21st</li>
<li>April 25th</li>
<li>May 23rd</li>
</ul><p><em>Adults only.</em></p>Growing Up: Caregivers & Sons Connectinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10022/winter-spring-2024/growing-up-caregivers-sons-connecting2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>This workshop for caregivers and sons (age 9-12) will help demystify puberty and create a supportive environment for everyone! Topics will include puberty, reproduction and development in female and male bodies, along with how to strengthen family bonds and communication.</p><p><strong>For boys (ages 9-12) and their parent, or other trusted adult.</strong></p><p>GROWING UP! A workshop for caregivers and sons ages 9-12. Growing up can be exciting, exhilarating, confusing and scary – all at the same time! Join health educators from myHealth for Teens & Young Adults for a fun and informative three hour workshop that will take some of the mystery out of puberty and the questions out of adolescence. Prepare to laugh, create, question, learn and grow – TOGETHER!<strong></strong></p><p>Boys ages 9-12 and their parent, or other trusted adult, will engage in fun and thought-provoking activities that help them learn about: puberty, reproductive anatomy and development in male and female bodies. We will learn what is normal (and great!) about growing up, how to have the best parent-child communication possible, and how to maintain or strengthen family bonds.</p><hr><p>Please reach out to Gabby Fitzgerald, at <a href="mailto:gabbyf@myhealthmn.org">gabbyf@myhealthmn.org</a>, with any questions about growing up content and activities.</p><p><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1621617399_27.png"></p>QuickBooks for Desktophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10123/winter-spring-2024/quickbooks-for-desktop2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to set up a company, add customer data, vendor information and banking accounts. Create custom invoices, enter and pay bills, setup and use owner’s draw and capital investment accounts and create a budget and profit and loss reports.</p><hr><p>The course does not include instructions for the online version of QuickBooks.</p>Adult & Child Preschool Piano Lessons (Online)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/9999/winter-spring-2024/adult-child-preschool-piano-lessons-online2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Start your child's musical journey together with us! Our professional piano instructors have experience teaching parents and young children. We use books specially written for young beginners. Eight, weekly 30 minute lessons are scheduled during the weekday. </p><p>The Winter session will start the week of January 9, the Spring session will start the week of April 9. Individual lesson times will be confirmed in early January and April. Register online and you will be contacted to schedule a lesson time. Please call 952-401-6846 for more information.</p><p>MMA Teacher: Carol Appel</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(184, 204, 228);">Winter Session Lesson Dates (start on the week of 01/09/2025) ID: 34-380-PP-WNT</span></p><p>Tuesday Lessons: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27</p><p>Wednesday Lessons: 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28</p><p>Thursday Lessons: 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29</p><p>Friday Lessons: 1/12, 1/19, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/8, 3/15</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(215, 227, 188);">Spring Session Lesson Dates (start on the week of 04/09/2024) ID: 34-380-PP-SPR</span></p><p>Tuesday Lessons: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28</p><p>Wednesday Lessons: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29</p><p>Thursday Lessons: 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30</p><p>Friday Lessons: 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31</p>Google Docs & Google Sheetshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10125/winter-spring-2024/google-docs-google-sheets2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Need description-</p><hr><p>This is an online course via Zoom. You will need a Google account and you will be sent a link prior to the class.</p>Great Reactions in Sciencehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10063/winter-spring-2024/great-reactions-in-science2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore the fascinating world of chemistry! Experiment with mixtures that are sloppy, slimy, foamy and more while investigating the difference between chemical and physical reactions. </p><p>Please dress for a mess in our fun, "hands-in" STEM class.</p>Mother's Day Orchid Arrangementhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10199/winter-spring-2024/mother-s-day-orchid-arrangement2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to make a living arrangement using a variety of spring flowers, foliage and an orchid plant. The approach of this workshop will be whimsical with an emphasis on the beauty of nature.</p><hr>
<p>All materials and flowers are included.</p>Wool Felted Succulenthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10082/winter-spring-2024/wool-felted-succulent2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Create a beautiful succulent plant in a pot out of wool roving. Learn to use felting needles to create a cute little succulent plant that can decorate your desk or be given as a gift. </p>MS Word: Essentialshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10118/winter-spring-2024/ms-word-essentials2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to use the most popular word processing program. Learn the best methods for creating reports, letters and other documents and how to add bullets, tables and images to give your documents that professional look. You will also learn shortcuts that will save you time.</p>Daytime Adult Music Lessons (Online & In-person)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10003/winter-spring-2024/daytime-adult-music-lessons-online-in-person2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>It’s never too late to start learning music! Whether you are a beginner or played years ago, we will work with you to create a customized lesson plan. Learn to express yourself through music. Eight weekly, 45-minute lessons start on the week of January 9 and April 9.</p><p>Learning to play musical instruments as an adult stimulates brain function and is a great way to express your creativity. Our instructors are experienced in teaching adult students; they will give you the knowledge, technique and confidence to play music. Daytime music lessons are scheduled on Monday through Friday at the Minnetonka Community Education Center. Please call 952-401-6846 for more information. Individual lesson times will be confirmed in early January for the winter session and early late March for the spring session.</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(155, 187, 89);"><span style="background-color: rgb(183, 221, 232);">Winter Session Lesson Dates (start on the week of 01/19/2024)</span></span></p><p>Tuesday Lessons: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27</p><p>Wednesday Lessons: 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28</p><p>Thursday Lessons: 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(155, 187, 89);"><span style="background-color: rgb(183, 221, 232);"></span></span></p><p>Friday Lessons: 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(195, 214, 155);">Spring Session Lesson Dates (start on the week of 04/09/2024)</span></p><p>Tuesday Lessons: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28</p><p>Wednesday Lessons: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29</p><p>Thursday Lessons: 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30</p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(195, 214, 155);"></span></p><p>Friday Lessons: 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31</p>Date with a Dino: Caregiver & Mehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10211/winter-spring-2024/date-with-a-dino-caregiver-me2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops and Diplodocus. Is your child dazzled by dinosaurs? This is their chance to have a playdate with a dino and create a fantastic work of dinosaur art. </p><p>This is a great class for siblings to attend together.</p><p>Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.</p>Flower Floral Bento Boxhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10056/winter-spring-2024/flower-floral-bento-box2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Create a sweet-smelling, floral gift box to share with a loved one. Create petite fresh floral arrangements, faux flower jewelry, and create custom cards with pressed flowers. </p><p> All materials and flowers are included.</p>Aura and Chakra Readinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10008/winter-spring-2024/aura-and-chakra-reading2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn about your mind-body-spirit connection as you receive your chakra energy numbers and aura colors. Aura Reading reveals your body’s energy by displaying colors representing various qualities and attributes about you.</p><hr>
<p>Your aura colors are analyzed by Roxanne, a professional aura counselor, who will explain the correlation between how you use the colors of your personality in conjunction with your body’s energies.</p>Pickleball Fundamentalshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10216/winter-spring-2024/pickleball-fundamentals2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn fundamentals using real equipment (all provided) through interactive games, drills, and real matches. Explore relevant academic concepts through gameplay while putting into practice life skills such as sportsmanship, integrity, & perseverance.</p>Nature Art Journaling Workshophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10086/winter-spring-2024/nature-art-journaling-workshop2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Art Journaling is a great stress reliever and way to practice and refine your artistic skills. In this Nature journaling workshop you will learn to observe and capture elements in nature using a variety of tools and art techniques.</p><p>Students should bring in an 8 x 10 spiral mixed media pad of paper that is at least 90 lbs. All other supplies are provided.</p>Apple Mac Basics - Bring Your Own Laptophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10124/winter-spring-2024/apple-mac-basics-bring-your-own-laptop2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to navigate your Mac computer, adjust settings, set up folders, organize files, find your files using Finder and Spotlight, add programs to the Dock and more. </p><p>This class does not cover iPads or iPhones</p>Secrets of a Reading Teacherhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10765/winter-spring-2024/secrets-of-a-reading-teacher2023-11-21T00:00:00-06:00<p>What is the "Science of Reading?" Phonemic Awareness? What does this all mean and why does it matter? Join us for <strong style="background-color: initial;">Secrets</strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"> of a Reading Teacher </strong>to demystify the ins and outs of learning to read.</p><p>Holly Pfeiffer will give you the inside scoop on how the brain learns to read, the most recent developments in reading instruction, what's important (and what's not important) when learning to read, and easy-to-do activities to do at home. Her down-to-earth, straightforward approach will give you the tools you need to navigate your child's education and reading journey. </p><p>This 75-minute workshop is designed for parents, families, and caregivers of children ages birth-grade 4. Holly Pfeiffer is an educator, personal reading coach, literacy specialist, parent advocate, and mom of two growing boys. Currently, she is the owner of Real Literacy Consulting and a literacy specialist with the Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement (CAREI) at the University of MN.</p>Golfhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/9996/winter-spring-2024/golf2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Develop golf skills and knowledge in a fun, safe environment through full swing, chipping, and putting stations. Equipment provided; open to all skill levels.</p><p>For more information about TGA <a href="http://www.playtga.com/chc" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p>Bob Ross Landscape Oil Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10018/winter-spring-2024/bob-ross-landscape-oil-painting2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Paint your very own Bob Ross replica landscape on a 20 x 16 canvas. The relaxed and calm atmosphere will allow you to enjoy the step-by-step presentation to help you create your own masterpiece.</p><hr>
<p>Each session provides a different landscape. All equipment and materials will be provided. Bring an apron or smock if you wish.</p>2 Left Feet Dance Workshophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10185/winter-spring-2024/2-left-feet-dance-workshop2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Grab a partner and learn exciting new dance moves with a friend, family member or significant other! This beginner, one-night class will get you on your feet and out on the dance floor in no time.</p>Intermediate Archery (Level 3)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10204/winter-spring-2024/intermediate-archery-level-32023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Archery improves concentration, physical fitness and is a lot of fun! Learn technique, rules, scoring, history, etiquette and equipment care. For Intermediate Archers Only. Coached by NASP certified instructors. All equipment provided.</p><p><strong>Pre-requisite: Beginner Archery </strong></p><p>Intermediate Archery will have archers hitting their target every time and hone in their skills. Once completed with Intermediate Archery they will be ready to join the Competition Archery team.</p><p>This course uses curriculum from the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) in collaboration with the Minnesota DNR. Participants will learn the fundamentals of archery in a safe, disciplined training program with an emphasis on safety.</p>Babysitter Training Plushttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10012/winter-spring-2024/babysitter-training-plus2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Increase your babysitting safety knowledge by completing this course which includes Infant/Child CPR designed just for babysitters. You must complete the Babysitter Training class before taking Plus.</p><p>Bring a snack. Certification received: American Red Cross Infant/Child CPR - valid for two years.</p>Beginner Archery (Level 2)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10198/winter-spring-2024/beginner-archery-level-22023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Archery improves concentration, physical fitness and is a lot of fun! Learn technique, rules, scoring, history, etiquette and equipment care. For Beginners Only. Coached by NASP-certified instructors. All equipment provided.</p><p><strong>Pre-requisite: Intro to Archery. </strong></p><p>Beginner Archery will introduce specialized learning for each archer and they will learn to hit their target. This class will cover safety, rules, technique and prepare them for the Intermediate Archery Class.</p><p>This course uses curriculum from the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) in collaboration with the Minnesota DNR. Participants will learn the fundamentals of archery in a safe, disciplined training program with an emphasis on safety.</p>Flag Footballhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10039/winter-spring-2024/flag-football2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn passing, catching, de-flagging, rules, strategies and more! The final day will be a game day to showcase your skills. All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Skyhawks, please <a href="http://www.skyhawks.com/minnesota">click here</a>!</p>First Down for Totshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10015/winter-spring-2024/first-down-for-tots2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><b style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif; background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);">
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<p>Minnesota law requires insurance companies to offer you a 10% reduction for three years if you complete the Minnesota Safety Council's Defensive Driving Course taught by professional, certified instructors. This course is two sessions of classroom - no driving test and no written test required. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate you can then share with your insurance provider. </p><p><strong>The first and last name you enter when registering for the class will appear on the certificate. Register one week before the class date to ensure receiving your certificate at the end of class. If you register after that deadline, you will receive your certificate in the mail.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p>High School Quarterly Music Lessonshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10005/winter-spring-2024/high-school-quarterly-music-lessons2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Flexible evening hours are offered for intermediate and advanced students in piano, guitar, orchestra and band. Four lessons of forty-five minute or one-hour lessons are tailored to the MHS music program.</p>Stevie Ray Improv - Adult & Childhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10081/winter-spring-2024/stevie-ray-improv-adult-child2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to think on your feet, gain self-confidence, have fun and improve your skills for work, home or school. No experience necessary. </p><p>If you think, “This is just for young folks,” the majority of our adult students are in their 50s and 60s, and the oldest was 93! Classes are taught by instructors from Stevie Ray’s Improv Company, one of the longest-running improv theaters in Minnesota. The class culminates with a recital for family and friends at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, located at the famous Chanhassen Dinner Theater!</p><p>Stevie Ray’s Improv Company is one of the longest-running improv theaters in Minnesota. The class culminates with you performing a recital for family and friends at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, located at the famous Chanhassen Dinner Theater!</p><p>Students will finish off their program by having a recital at Chanhassen Dinner Theater for their friends and family. Audience members will be charged $5 to come and watch the recital. This goes towards the staff of Stevie Ray for hosting the show and Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. </p><p>The recital will be on Sunday, June 2nd. Participants can arrive at 6:30pm. Tickets will be sold at 6:45pm. The show goes from 7:00-8:00pm.</p><p><strong>Chanhassen Dinner Theater</strong></p><p><strong>501 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN 55317</strong></p>Pet Shophttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10215/winter-spring-2024/pet-shop2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Ever dreamed of owning a hamster or a dog or maybe a kitty? In this critter-filled camp, your dream will come true… sort of! Work with clay, paint and pencils to create pets of all shapes and sizes. No trips to the pet store are required!</p>Cooking for Two: Skillet Tex Mex Cheese Enchiladas and Key Lime Dessert Cupshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10131/winter-spring-2024/cooking-for-two-skillet-tex-mex-cheese-enchiladas-and-key-lime-dessert-cups2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Make skillet Tex-Mex Cheese Enchiladas for Two featuring gooey melted cheese and a rich, smoky, but mellow enchilada sauce. For dessert, we will whip up Key Lime Dessert Cups. They have all the elements of a classic key lime pie – citrusy custard, toasted graham crackers and whipped cream.</p><hr><p>Grab your apron as Pam shares tips for homemade enchilada sauce and a key-lime dessert cup that takes only 10 minutes to bake! Then we will dine on the dishes we made together.</p>Watercolor Paintinghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10075/winter-spring-2024/watercolor-painting—12023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Paint a beautiful watercolor painting in this two-hour class. Receive step-by-step instructions and discuss techniques used in the painting, such as wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry.</p><p>This is a great, no-fear way to learn to paint in watercolors, even if you have no experience. All supplies are provided and each class can stand alone or take all to build even more skills.</p>Bicycle Repair and Maintenance: Beginnerhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10250/winter-spring-2024/bicycle-repair-and-maintenance-beginner2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn basic bike set up, identification, shifting adjustments, brake adjustments, how to safely check your bike, preparing a bike for selling, as well as many other helpful tips & tricks.</p><hr>
<p>Time will be available to fix many of the mechanical issues you are facing. Bringing in a bike is encouraged. We will be able to use your bike and make the adjustments learned!</p>Party Line Dancehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10187/winter-spring-2024/party-line-dance2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>No need to sit and watch anymore, step into the party with this workshop of the popular line dances: Electric Slide, Cha Cha Slide and the Cupid Shuffle.</p><hr>
<p>No partner is needed for an evening of fun!</p>An Evening with Jodi Livon: When the Spirit Moves You!http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10090/winter-spring-2024/an-evening-with-jodi-livon-when-the-spirit-moves-you2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Exploring signs from spirits! The ability to communicate with spirits is not just for a chosen few. Discover the honorable connection we all have with those we love no matter where they are. Identify spirit signs and learn authentic methods of interpretation.</p><ul> <li><strong>Discover the medium in you.</strong></li> <li><strong>Learn about the boundaries and ethics of spirit communication.</strong></li> <li><strong>How to interpret spirit messages.</strong></li> </ul><p>Everyone is psychic and everyone has mediumistic abilities. Learn about the medium in you! Explore spirit signs: what are the most common signs spirits use to communicate with us? How can we interpret messages and know if they are coming from a spirit or from our own subconscious mind?</p><p><strong>This event includes Q and A and gallery-style readings of intuitively chosen audience members.</strong> </p><hr><p>Jodi Livon has been a corporate psychic and intuitive coach for over three decades and is a popular local and national TV and radio personality. She’s been the resident psychic and favored guest on a popular television show in the Midwest, Twin Cities Live, since 2009 where she’s read national celebrities, audience members and animals, and conducted ghost investigations alongside nationally recognized investigators.</p>Yoga for You (Live Streaming)http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10103/winter-spring-2024/yoga-for-you-live-streaming2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Find joy and connection with your body in this yoga class designed to meet you where you are. Beginner to advanced practitioners will benefit from a wealth of techniques and inspiration for living well in your body.</p><p>Improve your powers of observation to see your own patterns of mind and movement. Support what's working for you and create healthy new ones designed to help your mind and body become strong and supple. Expect yoga poses, modified actions, breathwork and some meditation.</p><p><em>Sessions will be recorded by Instructor and available for 7 days after class to registered students who miss a class. Students should notify Instructor to access the recorded session.</em></p><hr>Tennishttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/9995/winter-spring-2024/tennis2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Develop tennis skills and knowledge through groundstroke, volley, serve and rally games and activities for all levels. Top-notch equipment and training materials are provided.</p><p>For more information about TGA, please <a href="http://www.playtga.com/chc">click here</a>.</p>Art Studiohttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10200/winter-spring-2024/art-studio2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to draw dynamic figures, animate dinosaur expressions, create funny anime characters and design action-filled scenes.</p><p>Your funny bone will be tickled when you see the humorous, floral-inspired personas created in our flower character lesson. We’ll have an enormous amount of fun as we draw cartoon animals of all shapes and sizes doing their favorite hobbies.</p><p>Sign up today! No experience needed.</p>55+ Defensive Driving Refresherhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10245/winter-spring-2024/55-defensive-driving-refresher—12023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>If you have taken a state-approved 8-hour defensive driving course (55+) in the past, you can renew your 10% car insurance discount by taking this 4-hour refresher course.</p><hr><p>This course is one 4-hour classroom session - there is no written or behind-the-wheel test. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate you can then share with your insurance provider. </p><p>The first and last name you enter when you register for the class will appear on the certificate. To ensure that you will receive your certificate at the end of class, register one week before the class date. If you register after that deadline, you will receive your certificate in the mail from the Minnesota Safety Council.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong></p>Minnetonka Elementary Run Clubshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10052/winter-spring-2024/minnetonka-elementary-run-clubs2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Improve your overall fitness and learn the essentials of proper form, drills, hydration and nutrition, proper warm-up and cool-down, breathing, stretching and pacing.</p><p>Kids should be prepared for each meeting to run continuously for at least ½ to 1 ½ miles depending on their grade. Participants will meet their coach in front of the school each morning. Sessions are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for 50 minutes. Times will vary according to which school the child attends. Students will be brought back into the school at the school's first bell.</p><p>Participants are encouraged to bring warm and comfortable clothing, running shoes, a water bottle and a breakfast snack for afterward. Participants are provided with a Run Club t-shirt. Open to boys and girls in grades 2-5.</p><p><br>We will end the program with a Track Meet on June 2nd at 12:00 pm at the Minnetonka High School Track and Field. Parents will be able to sign their athletes up for two events. The sign-up will be sent out closer to the track meet (once students have a better understanding of which events they may want to compete in). Events include a 1-mile run, 800m run, 400m run, 200m run and a 100m Dash. Following the kid’s races we will be having a parent/adult 400m run, so come ready to run!</p>FSA Baseball Academy - Diamond Dashhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10270/winter-spring-2024/fsa-baseball-academy-diamond-dash2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Diamond Dash is a fun and interactive game that utilizes miniature baseballs and softballs to develop situational awareness. </p><p>Students will learn basics and nuances of baseball/softball in small groups as they improve hand-eye coordination, throwing, catching, and rapid decision-making.</p>Estate Planning Solutionshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10166/winter-spring-2024/estate-planning-solutions2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Explore and understand Wills, Trusts, Health Care Directives & Powers of Attorney. You'll learn ways to avoid probate. Discussion of common mistakes will help you avoid unwanted consequences.</p><hr>
<p>Bonnie Wittenburg, a Minnetonka-based estate planning, probate and trust administration lawyer, will lead the presentation.</p>Women's Beginner Tennishttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10087/winter-spring-2024/women-s-beginner-tennis2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Enjoy learning tennis skills with other women. This class will provide a full-body workout while improving your agility. Equipment is provided.</p><hr><p>Wear your soft-soled, non-marking shoes.</p>Cardio Corehttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10812/winter-spring-2024/cardio-core2023-11-21T00:00:00-06:00<h1></h1><p>This low-impact cardio class incorporates core exercises to get you moving and grooving, punching and kicking, and then zen you on your way for a happy & peaceful day!</p>Step N' Sculpthttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10019/winter-spring-2024/step-n-sculpt2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<h1></h1><p>Join Tiffany for a fun 45-minute class filled with cardio, strength, balance and stretch! Steps and hand weights will be provided, please bring your own mat and water bottle!</p>Soccer Shots Premierhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/9994/winter-spring-2024/soccer-shots-premier2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"></span></p><p>Develop individual skills, fitness and sportsmanship through soccer. You’ll be challenged through fun games and team interaction and introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate manner. All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Soccer Shots, please <a href="https://www.soccershots.org/minneapolis/" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>Genealogy Methods: Research Skills Through Case Studieshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10243/winter-spring-2024/genealogy-methods-research-skills-through-case-studies2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>It can take years to learn how to research effectively. Watch as I go through the steps that I use as a professional genealogist to solve common research problems. These case studies will show you techniques that you can apply to your own research.</p>Level Up Your Genealogy Research 2http://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10242/winter-spring-2024/level-up-your-genealogy-research-22023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Moving beyond auto-generated hints on the big platforms like Ancestry.com and MyHeritage is the only way to make progress in your research. This class will show you more ways to find obscure records, how to use them and research techniques used by the pros. </p>Soccer Shots Classichttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/9993/winter-spring-2024/soccer-shots-classic2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"></span></p><p>Creative and imaginative games are used to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. A positive character trait will be highlighted in each session including respect, teamwork and appreciation. All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Soccer Shots, please <a href="https://www.soccershots.org/minneapolis/" target="_blank">click here</a>!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>Soccer Shots Minihttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/9992/winter-spring-2024/soccer-shots-mini2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p><span style="color: rgb(149, 55, 52);"></span></p><p>Creative and imaginative games are used to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. A positive character trait will be highlighted each session including respect, teamwork and appreciation. All equipment provided.</p><p>For more information on Soccer Shots, please <a href="https://www.soccershots.org/minneapolis/">click here</a>!</p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"></strong></p>Microsoft Excel Essentialshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10119/winter-spring-2024/microsoft-excel-essentials2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn how to use the world’s most popular spreadsheet program by building a spreadsheet from scratch, formatting headings, entering and formatting raw data, creating formulas and common Excel functions and creating charts. </p><p>You’ll also create a database of contact information in Excel and learn how to sort and filter data.</p>Kung Fu - Wu Shuhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10051/winter-spring-2024/kung-fu-wu-shu2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join a fun, progressive, full-participation class and learn exercises that will strengthen your mind and body. Learn skills while building muscle, power, flexibility and agility. Improve your awareness, self-esteem and confidence.</p><p>Belt testing is optional with an additional fee. Uniforms are available for purchase, but are not required. Instrument and Sparring classes are available upon instructor referral. To register for an instrument or sparring class, please call 952-401-6800.</p><p>National Treasure Kung Fu, Inc. is directed by SiFu Al Lam, International Master. Temple-trained in Mainland China, Si-Fu is a Hong Kong Champion and has over 35 years of teaching experience with youth and adults. He was the instructor of the University of Minnesota Chinese Kung Fu Club for 13 years and was awarded "Instructor of the Year" by the University Recreational Sports Department.</p>Grandmasters of Chesshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10057/winter-spring-2024/grandmasters-of-chess2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Join this “sport of the mind” and be part of your school’s chess club. We have 50+ lessons and hundreds of puzzles for all levels. </p><p>New and returning students are invited.</p><p>Class time will typically be divided between 30 minutes of chess group lessons and puzzles and 30 minutes of gameplay.</p><p>If your student is new to the game of Chess, let us know and we can be sure to inform the class instructor.</p><p> <strong>Join our Spring Chess Tournament! </strong>More details can be found by searching Chess Tournament at minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com.</p><hr>
<p>Please see below for class days and dates. Fall, winter, and spring sessions should be registered separately.</p><table style="font-size: 14px;"><tbody>
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<strong>Clear Springs</strong><br><em>(Thursdays)</em>
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<strong>Deephaven</strong><br><em>(Thursdays)</em>
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<strong>Excelsior</strong><br><em>(Tuesdays)</em>
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<strong>Groveland</strong><br><em>(Mondays)</em>
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<strong>Minnewashta</strong><br><em>(Wednesdays)</em>
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<strong>Scenic Heights</strong><br><em>(Tues. & Weds.)</em>
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<td style="text-align: center;">1/4-3/14</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">2/22-4/18</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">1/23-3/26</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">1/29-3/25</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">1/12-3/22</td>
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1/23-3/26<br>& 1/24-3/27</td>
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<td style="text-align: center;">3/21-5/30</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">4/25-6/6</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">4/9-6/4</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">4/15-6/3</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">4/12-5/31</td>
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4/9-6/4<br>& 4/10-6/5</td>
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<p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Please sign your student up on the waitlist when classes are full. If space becomes available in the class, parents will be contacted.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"></span></p><hr><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Find out more about YEL Chess </span><a href="https://youtu.be/dbI1lBK45g0">here</a><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);"></span></p>Tae Kwon Dohttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10244/winter-spring-2024/tae-kwon-do2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>Learn effective self-defense techniques and develop discipline, self-confidence, fitness and total health. Participants of all ages benefit from this traditional martial art. </p><hr><p>This is a great parent & child class. Wear comfortable clothing. Uniforms and gear may be purchased through the instructor.</p><p>Periodic testing is available for students wishing to advance their skills and attain their black belt.</p>Youth Triathlonhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10252/winter-spring-2024/youth-triathlon2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<h1 style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong></h1><h2 style="text-align: center;"></h2><h2 style="text-align: center;">
<img alt="">SATURDAY, MAY 18</h2><h4></h4><p>This great community run, bike and swim event is open to all boys and girls in grades K-8. The race takes place Saturday, May 18 at Minnetonka Middle School East.</p><p><strong>New this year</strong>: K - 1st Grade are joining the bigger kids this year and are able to do the full triathlon. </p><p><strong>100 Yard Dash!</strong> - We will still have the 100 Yard Dash for ages 4-5. After you have cheered on your older brother or sister, now they can cheer on you. Athletes will be separated into heats by grade and gender. No t-shirt included.</p><p>All triathlon participants receive a wicking t-shirt, refreshments, swim cap and finisher medal. Trophies will be awarded to the top three male and top three female finishers in each division for participants grades K-8.</p><p><em>No e-bikes allowed at this event.</em></p><p><em>No dogs allowed.</em></p><p><em><img alt="">If your child would like to compete in an older age group, which may be more competitive, please call (952) 401-6800 to register over the phone.</em></p><p><em><br></em></p><p><u><strong>Refund Policy:</strong></u></p><p>No refunds or transfers are allowed for any reason at any time including ride cancellation.</p><p>The Youth Triathlon will be held rain or shine.</p><p>Bike helmets are mandatory.</p><p>Athletes will be timed via chip timing for the Bike/Run portion (timed together), and will be timed manually for the swim portion of the event.</p><p><u></u></p><p><u><br></u></p><p><u><strong>Parking</strong></u></p><p>The Minnetonka United Methodist Church, located at 17611 Lake St Extension, has graciously allowed us to utilize its parking lot for the event. As the parking spots at MME will fill quickly, we recommend parking in their lot, and then <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/LoNJkMDdVoQ2">walking to the school. </a></p><p>The Youth Triathlon is sponsored by <strong>ALARC, Safeway Driving School, Dominos and Chanhassen Chick-Fil-A.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong><u>Volunteers Needed</u></strong></p><p><strong></strong>We need volunteers to help with body marking, directing the participants along the route, helping in the bike corral, or supervising indoors. If you can help, please sign up during the registration process. We recommend that there is a parent or other adult available to help the athlete transition between events if needed; please ensure that there is another adult present at the event if you would like to volunteer.</p><p><a href="https://forms.gle/5ubqPYKtnqoqSRUM9" target="_blank">Click Here to Volunteer</a></p><p><img alt=""></p><p><strong style="background-color: initial;"><u>2024 Youth Triathlon Order of Event</u></strong></p><p><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1695307578_36718.png" style="width: 536px;"></p>Somatic Yogahttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10196/winter-spring-2024/somatic-yoga2023-11-21T08:00:00-06:00<p>This gentle, restorative practice increases flexibility, mobility, comfort and awareness. Slow, small movements retrain muscles to release tension and stress patterns in the body.</p><p>For all levels. </p><p><em>Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket. If you need to purchase a mat, we have premium mats available at MCEC.</em></p><p><em>Students are also encouraged to bring yoga blocks.</em></p>Tonka Climbing Club Equipment Donationshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10272/fall-2023/tonka-climbing-club-equipment-donations2023-10-16T00:00:00-05:00<p>Tonka Climbing Club is looking for donations to purchase updated equipment for the club to use for years to come. This equipment will be available to all kids registered in Tonka Climbing Club. </p>23-24 CEND Membership Dueshttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10257/fall-2023/23-24-cend-membership-dues2023-09-26T00:00:00-05:00<p>This is for Dues owed by CEND members for this year. </p>Tonka Climbing Clubhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/9640/fall-2023/tonka-climbing-club2023-07-18T08:00:00-05:00<p>Cultivate your climbing skills and increase your knowledge of climbing all while having fun and building relationships.</p><p>Tonka Climbing Club will meet every other Thursday from 4:00pm-6:00pm at Minneapolis Bouldering Project. 1433 West River Rd N, Minneapolis, MN 55411</p><p><strong>Participants will be responsible for the $15 admission fee into the Climbing Gym each trip.</strong> <strong>Participants must provide their own transportation. </strong>A waiver will be needed before entry to Minneapolis Bouldering Project. They also do not accept Cash. Kids will need to use a card or have a card on file.</p><p>The group will also have some outdoor climbing opportunities which will be communicated by the Advisor. <span style="background-color: rgb(227, 108, 9);"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">These will be on October 14th, November 10, & May 18.</span></span></p>Tonka Tutoringhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/9835/fall-2023/tonka-tutoring2023-07-18T08:00:00-05:00<p>Unlock your full potential through one-on-one, personalized instruction. By identifying your individual needs, our private tutors can provide tailored tutoring services that align with District curriculum.</p><p>Whether you are in elementary, middle or high school, Tonka Tutoring will create personalized learning strategies to help students master their academic work and improve their confidence and level of achievement. Most tutors are licensed teachers who bring years of classroom experience. They take pride in the personalized attention given to each student and provide encouragement, motivation and positive interaction.</p><p><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">TUTORING PACKAGES SHOULD BE PURCHASED AFTER S</span></em></strong><strong><em><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">ESSIONS HAVE BEEN SCHEDULED.</span></em></strong></p><p>Please fill out the Tonka Tutoring Interest Form linked below. Do not purchase sessions until you have filled out the interest form and have been matched with a tutor. You will be contacted once a tutor becomes available.</p><p><a href="https://forms.gle/oMXnTBPnweVoQkUR8"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 242, 202);"><span style="background-color: rgb(215, 227, 188);"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSerc2JGkZWhZZ5ZkQKdGS2uNNuQ-jm64TJTkZLvRbbwNF5_rw/viewform?usp=sf_link" target="_blank">Tonka Tutoring Interest Form 2023-2024 School Year</a><br></span></span></a></p><p>Weekly, 50-minute tutoring sessions are available in packages of 4, 8, 12 or 20 sessions. </p><p>4 sessions $209</p><p>8 sessions $375</p><p>12 sessions $539</p><p>20 sessions $809</p><p>If you have any questions, please email tonka.tutoring@minnetonkaschools.org.</p>Naturalists Night: Let's Talk Signs of Springhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10364/project-soar-summer-2024/naturalists-night-let-s-talk-signs-of-spring2023-04-01T00:00:00-05:00<p>Minnesota might not know most of the time what season we are in but lets learn the signs from nature that we can look for each year to know when spring is coming. </p>Pizza, Pins & Pop @ Park Tavernhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10362/project-soar-summer-2024/pizza-pins-pop-park-tavern2023-04-01T00:00:00-05:00<p>Spend a Sunday evening bowling with friends. Working with Park Tavern we have created an all inclusive package that includes a personal pizza, chips, unlimited refills of your choice of pop, 2 hours of bowling and shoe rental. Discover your inner athlete! Adapted to all abilities. <strong><em>REGISTER EARLY- Because of its popularity and limited bowling lanes, the bowling portion of this activity will only be available to participants in the program and not staff/family. However, Staff are to attend and assist the participant if needed and if wanted can sign up for pizza and pop. REGISTRATION REQUIRED</em>! </strong></p>Pizza, Pop & a Picture Showhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10365/project-soar-summer-2024/pizza-pop-a-picture-show2023-04-01T00:00:00-05:00<p>Join us every month for a Friday movie night, while you enjoy your 2 slices of pizza, a dessert and a drink. Choose your pizza option in registration and gluten free options are available. <strong>Registration closes the Wednesday before the class!</strong></p>SOAR Disney Clubhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10368/project-soar-summer-2024/soar-disney-club2023-04-01T00:00:00-05:00<p>Are you a fan of the leader of the band that's made for you and me M-I-C-K-E-Y-M-O-U-S-E! We are calling all of the SOAR musketeers to get together and talk about our love of all things Disney/pixar/marvel and more. Along with connecting with friends that have the same interest as us, along with talking about Disney we will play games, make crafts, or do activities differing from month to month.</p>Tonka Debate Training - Advancedhttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10827/summer-2024/tonka-debate-training-advanced2024-03-29T08:00:00-05:00<p style="text-align: center;"></p><p><strong>This camp is intended for debaters that have had previous experience in a debate club/team.</strong></p><p>Interested in joining a high school debate team or improving general argumentation skills? Join us for an introduction to debate as we learn skills from Minnetonka High School Varsity Debaters and a leading Minnesota debate coach. </p><p>The camp will cover various debate skills, including the fundamentals of making a strong argument, weighing between arguments, critical thinking, and understanding both sides of an issue. Activities and drills meant to improve debate skills will be incorporated into the camp. Modules will also be available to teach debaters about critical issues that minority communities face. Middle schoolers and upcoming high school debaters can explore the basics of debate and its place in social justice efforts.</p><p>Please provide your student with a bag lunch and water bottle.</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><em><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);">This camp is geared towards both students who have little to no former experience in competitive debate and those students who want to refine their skills. The camp will include input from various coaches and accomplished varsity debaters. </span></em></p><p><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);">We will be adding an advanced tier for returning campers and experienced debaters.</span></p><p><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1501165030_27.png"></p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">Led by the Minnetonka High School Varsity Debate Team and supervised by </span></strong><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">Nolan Trinh</span></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">, Minnetonka High School Speech and Debate Coach.</span></strong></p><p><em>Counselors are volunteering their time to keep prices low. A portion of the camp fee will go back to the MHS Debate Team.</em></p><p><u></u></p>Tonka Debate Traininghttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10816/summer-2024/tonka-debate-training2024-03-29T08:00:00-05:00<p style="text-align: center;"></p><p>Interested in joining a high school debate team or improving general argumentation skills? Join us for an introduction to debate as we learn skills from Minnetonka High School Varsity Debaters and a leading Minnesota debate coach. </p><p>The camp will cover various debate skills, including the fundamentals of making a strong argument, weighing between arguments, critical thinking, and understanding both sides of an issue. Activities and drills meant to improve debate skills will be incorporated into the camp. Modules will also be available to teach debaters about critical issues that minority communities face. Middle schoolers and upcoming high school debaters can explore the basics of debate and its place in social justice efforts.</p><p>Please provide your student with a bag lunch and water bottle.</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><em><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);">This camp is geared towards both students who have little to no former experience in competitive debate and those students who want to refine their skills. The camp will include input from various coaches and accomplished varsity debaters. </span></em></p><p><span style="color: rgb(128, 100, 162);">We will be adding an advanced tier for returning campers and experienced debaters.</span></p><p><img src="https://pictures.ce.eleyo.com/55/redactor/1501165030_27.png"></p><p><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">Led by the Minnetonka High School Varsity Debate Team and supervised by </span></strong><strong><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">Nolan Trinh</span></strong><strong style="background-color: initial;"><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);">, Minnetonka High School Speech and Debate Coach.</span></strong></p><p><em>Counselors are volunteering their time to keep prices low. A portion of the camp fee will go back to the MHS Debate Team.</em></p><p><u></u></p>Camp Emojihttp://minnetonka.ce.eleyo.com/course/10825/summer-2024/camp-emoji2024-03-29T08:00:00-05:00<p>Come explore your feelings in this interactive camp designed to help you learn about, manage, and identify emotions. You will engage in skill and community building, movement activities, and art to increase your emotional vocabulary and coping skills.</p><p>If you feel your 3rd grader would be better suited for the younger group we are happy to make that accommodation. Please call 952-401-6800 to register. </p><p>Please note, this course is open to students by invite only at this time. We plan to open this course to all students later this spring.</p>