Minnetonka Community Education

Experience the magic of Dungeons and Dragons! This timeless game hones problem-solving, team-building, and creativity. Learn the basics, create your character, and embark on an amazing roleplaying adventure like no other. Home Technical Requirements For all Classes: ●Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks and Tablets typically DO NOT Work. ●Internet: Broadband internet ●Webcam ●Microphone and Speakers ●Zoom Installed on computers Additional Technical Requirement: PC (Windows or MacBook), will not work on Chromebook, tablets, or phones Information for logging into the session, will be sent the week prior to class.

Fillings of fruit, berries, sweet or tart, custards or creams, dressed with sugar and spices, wrapped in a flaky or savory crust, and baked to perfection. Pie is the “crème de la crème” of a holiday meal or visit to grandma’s house. Register for this Pie Making Master Class and learn to make the pies that create core memories for all who have the privilege of having a slice. The ins-and-outs of this culinary art form are within reach! The class will include a bake-along option for two different pies, through which participants will learn two methods for making a wonderfully flaky shortcut crust. The class will include tips for success in pie making, what makes a pie a pie, a tart a tart, and a galette a galette, how to prevent a mile-high meringue from weeping, and so much more! Pie options for the class include: apple cheddar, cherry, chocolate pecan, chocolate cream, lemon meringue, pumpkin, and sour cream raisin. Two of these will be selected for the bake-along portion of the class, and two will be selected for the demonstration portion. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Inner peace is impossible to maintain while we hold on to the feelings and beliefs that keep us from being peaceful to begin with. Trapped negative emotions can disrupt the flow of vital energy in our bodies and sabotage our inner peace. In this single evening course, you will learn simple yet effective techniques for getting in touch with, understanding, accepting and releasing the emotions that keep us from ourselves.

Explore travel writing and discuss how to use your senses to create detailed and in-depth descriptions that capture and maintain readers’ interest. You will learn how to find and submit your finished product to print and online markets, the ins and outs of the business side of travel writing , and how to avoid travel writing clichés. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee.

Learn simple exercises that will rejuvenate your face and help reduce signs of aging. There are 19 flat muscles in your face, all of which can be strengthened and toned, just like arm or leg muscles. Facial exercises can take years off your appearance by reducing frown and forehead lines, reducing “puppet mouth’ lines, lifting and firming neckline, making upper and lower cheeks fuller, reducing puffiness and sagging around eyes, improving circulation and nutrient flow into cells and improve lymph circulation. Learn simple exercises that will rejuvenate your face. You will need a regular teaspoon and your favorite face moisturizer.

Autumn brings Pumpkins, Spice, harvest delights, and spooky family fun! Join Tess for an evening of fun as she guides you step-by-step in creating a fun unique fall family feast called “Fright Night Delight”! On the menu: dreamy billowy-soft pumpkin & potato gnocchi made with pumpkin and shaped into mini pumpkins with cheesy cream sauce, ghoulish “intestines” (stuffed pastry seasoned meat roll) with a gory cranberry dipping sauce, and pumpkin & spice chocolate chip muffins! Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

It can take years to learn how to research effectively. Watch Jen go through the steps that she uses as a professional genealogist to solve common research problems. These case studies will show you techniques that you can apply to your own research.

This introductory course is designed to provide participants with the foundational skills needed to create, edit, and collaborate on documents and spreadsheets using Google's cloud-based applications. Whether you're new to Google Workspace or looking to enhance your productivity, this course offers a comprehensive overview of the essential features and functionalities of Google Docs and Google Sheets. Participants will need a Google account to fully participate.

Few things bring more joy than the smell of freshly made pizza. Learn the process of creating two marvelous gourmet pizza creations that almost guarantee that take-out pizza will be a thing of the past! One the menu is Detroit style pizza, most amazing pretzel crust pizza, and over-the-top pizza sauce. The instructor will provide step-by-step guidance and instruction to help ensure the process is as simple as can be. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Experience the flavors of the Mediterranean in the comfort of your own home in this live cook along class. Learn to create a full-flavored, mouthwatering chicken gyro meal for you and your family. On the menu is Greek chicken gyro, tzatziki, Greek oven roasted lemon potatoes, Greek barley salad, homemade pita bread, drizzle dressing, and Greek salad dressing. Apart from the pita bread, this meal is protein packed and naturally gluten free! Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Escape to the Mediterranean with the flavors of Greece and get your “OPPA” on! During this fun-filled virtual cook-along class, you will learn the secrets of creating a lavish dish, pastitsio, and a divine Greek dessert, galaktoboureko. Pastitsio is a delicacy in its own right; it is a culmination of layered Greek pasta, savory spiced meat sauce, and a topping of often “mile high” cheesy béchamel sauce, baked to perfection. Galaktoboureko, is a gourmet dessert made with a thick luscious Greek custard, wrapped in phyllo pastry, and bathed in a dreamy syrup. Greek gourmet at its finest. Participants are encouraged to cook along with Tess and create the pastitsio from scratch during the class. Tess will be demonstrating the creation of the galaktoboureko. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Learn the key steps needed in order to improve your company bottom line, gain more followers, and make your content irresistible!

Hand-pulled noodles are so much fun and they are much easier to make than you would think. In this online interactive class, you will learn two different techniques to pull noodles. We will make 2 types of hand-pulled noodles: Biang Biang and Lamian noodles. We’ll turn Biang Biang noodles into a noodle salad with chili sauce, and we'll use the Lamian noodles into miso noodle soup.

Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy remedy for headaches, wanting to increase vitality, create greater mental/emotional balance, or seeking healing for a chronic condition, this class has something for you. In this engaging, interactive course, you will work with tools and techniques from a variety of energy healing practices such as acupressure, chakra clearing, auric-field healing, toning, chi gong, and long-distance healing. Topics include the power of intent, using your intuition and mastering the mind/body/spirit connection.

Back by popular demand are Tess’s Magical Cheesecake & Brownie Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies! Join Tess in making these amazing cookies while also learning the foundations of decorating cookies with royal icing! If you are looking to start a new holiday cookie baking & decorating tradition or looking for a new cookie to add to your holiday cookie repertoire look no further! Participants will bake sugar cookies for the decorating ahead of time so that they are ready to decorate at the start of class. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

In this fun beginner class, you’ll learn the basics to create your very own YouTube channel. Join the world’s largest media platform to share your hobbies, advice, instructions, gifts, and more with the world!

Expand your transportation options and independence through the ride sharing service, Uber. In this class, you will learn the basics and gain the knowledge on how to use Uber. Open up your travel options with this fun and engaging class!

This highly specialized language involves word building with root words, prefixes, suffixes, and abbreviations. You will leave with a solid foundation of medical language, as well as basic medical billing and coding terminology. After submitting and passing the open-book exam included in the workbook you receive in class, you will earn a Certificate of Completion.

Learn to make Java mods for Minecraft Java Edition Minecraft using MCreator. Customize your gaming experience! You should be comfortable with keyboarding, and, of course, playing Minecraft! At the end of the class, take home your Mods to share with family and friends. Home Technical Requirements For all Classes: ●Computer: PC (Windows XP or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks and Tablets typically DO NOT Work. ●Internet: Broadband internet ●Webcam ●Microphone and Speakers ●Zoom Installed on computers Additional Technical Requirement: MCreator- Instructions will be emailed PC (Windows or MacBook), will not work on Chromebooks, tablets, or phones Information for logging into the session will be sent the week before class.

There has never been a better time to start discovering your family's history! Gone are the days of only traveling to courthouse basements and archives. You can now research easily from your own home. Join professional genealogist Jen Shaffer as she teaches you how to get started, reviews subscription websites, which tools to use, which types of records you'll find, plus how to be an effective and accurate researcher.

In this comprehensive session, you will learn about screenwriting terms and formats for television and the big screen. You will learn how to plot a story, develop characters, and execute your work in the proper screenwriting format. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee.

Make instant Ramen a thing of the past! In this class we will be making Japanese miso ramen with cha shu chicken from scratch.

Breathing in specific ways can have amazing and powerful healing benefits on mind and body. Breath work is the single most powerful thing you can practice for improving energy levels, health, and well-being. In this workshop, you will learn ancient breathing exercises that will: neutralize stress by reprogramming your nervous system, increase energy and vitality, increase brain function, improve immune response, and decrease depression and anxiety. Breathing exercises are powerful, free and literally right under your nose.

This course covers how to use the Family Search catalog, working with autosomal DNA for known and unknown family lines and other repositories to use beyond the large genealogy platforms.