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Bird Walk
Lifelong Learning

Join us as we explore the Wayzata parks for the purpose of observing and identifying wild birds in their natural surroundings. The walks are led by Alex Sundvall, Minnesota Ornithologists’ Union Young Birder Award winner for 2016.

55+ Defensive Driving
55+

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. 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. The first and last name you enter when you register for the class will appear on the certificate. To ensure receiving 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.

The Art & Craft of Floral Arranging
Create

Learn the secrets of floral design to create everything from small arrangements to dramatic centerpieces. You’ll learn how to best condition cut flowers and how to select the best shapes and colors for an arrangement. Join us for one or all classes in this series. Registration will close 3 days prior to the class start date to allow enough time to acquire adequate course materials.Artfully Arranged Bring a fresh vision to fine art with flowers. Presented with a choice of two fine art prints for inspiration, design a three-dimensional masterpiece of your own. Capture the mood from canvas to vase and let the principles and elements of floral design inspire you. Summer in Your Own Vase Learn how to arrange flowers in your favorite vase from home. This course will focus on floral design techniques that effortlessly showcase locally and sustainably grown elements, including those snipped right out of your home garden.

55+ Defensive Driving Refresher
55+

If you have taken a state-approved 8-hour defensive driving course (55+) in the past, you can renew your car insurance discount by taking this 4-hour refresher course. 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. The first and last name you enter when you register for the class will appear on the certificate. To ensure receiving 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.

Cooking with a Chef
Culinary

Learn to cook with a local culinary expert. Chef Rhett have experience working at several award-winning Twin Cities restaurants including 112 Eatery, Haute Dish, Coup d'Etat and as Sous Chef under Executive Chef Jorge Guzman at the Surly Brewer's Table. Through demonstration and hands-on experience, you will explore new and exciting dishes to add to your cooking repertoire.Finger Lickin' Fried Chicken Crispy, flavorful and authentic, learn to make the best fried chicken and make it look easy. Chef Rhett will also share secret recipes for his favorite sides including the creamiest mac n' cheese.Farmers Market: Tomato Party There are so many great preparations for your bounty of tomatoes while they're at the peak of their deliciousness. We’ll make a simple raw tomato salad, fried green tomatoes, and learn about tomato preservation how to extract tomato water, a secret ingredient that enhances everything.The Science of Pickling & Canning Explore how to best preserve the fruits and vegetables from your home garden or local farmers market. We’ll make quick pickles, salted vegetables and slow ferments to stock up your pantry and freezer. Each student will bring home some of Chef Rhett's signature preserves. Please note the date of this class has changed since publication of the catalog. The most up to date information can be found online.

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