Minnetonka Community Education

Join military historian Dan Hartman for tea, coffee and history. This series explores history through informative lectures and discussions in an informal setting. Come to all discussions or choose the topics that most interest you.Politics of the American Revolution examine what lead to the American Revolution and how the early forms of government in the colonies operated.American Revolutionary War The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783) was a global war that began as a conflict between Great Britain and her Thirteen Colonies, which declared independence as the United States of America.Constitutional Convention and Bill of Rights Discuss what happened at the Convention including who was involved and what the key issues were. Examine the creation of the Bill of Rights, who authored them and why they were written.Creation of a New Government Learn about the role of the President as he created the day-to-day operations of the government. Learn how the Supreme Court was established and its intended role in the new government.Living Constitution Some say the Constitution should be rewritten because of our modern times and what we must face. Others look at the Constitution as a document that can adjust to modern times with Amendments. 

New season, new chef. Through demonstration and hands on experience you will explore new and exciting dishes to add to your cooking repertoire. Baking Bread Making your own bread is super simple. Learn about the history and science behind bread baking, tips and tricks for working with dough, and delve into recipes both savory and sweet. Participants bake and take home their own loaves.The Breakfast Club Smoothies and smoothie bowls, avocado toasts, homemade granola and granola bars, and healthy quiches to save time when it counts. Master how to make the perfect eggs every time, from soft-boiled to omelets. Also, make fancy espresso drinks at home for a fraction of the price.Protein Packed Salads 10 quick and easy salads packed with the 15-30 grams of protein registered dietitians recommend eating with every meal. Quick recipes for on-the-go and complete meals. Grilled Caesar salad, shrimp spring roll bowl, farro and smoked salmon salad, roasted broccoli and halloumi, kale and tahini with crispy chickpeas, steak and tomato panzanella, and more.Ultimate Pot Roast I'll let you in on restaurant secrets for getting the perfect roast. We'll talk about different cuts of meat and the best place to get them, marinating and braising techniques, and how to make the silkiest mashed potatoes and other accompaniments; selecting wines to cook with as well as what to pair with dinner.Tour of Thailand Sawasdee! Introduction to flavors and ingredients of Thai cuisine and where to find them. We'll talk about Eastern knives and knife skills for preparing fruits and vegetables. Then we’ll jump into some of my favorite recipes including Som Tum (green papaya salad), Tom Kha (chicken stewed with coconut), and Pad Thai - complete with mock-tail pairings. You’ll also learn how to cook perfect rice every time.