Owatonna Community Education

Bring the beach to your kitchen with this fun and relaxing cookie decorating class! Learn how to create stunning, ocean-inspired designs, from swimsuits and waves to flip flops and sunglasses! Of course, we'll cover the basics around dough and icing and then get into the fabulous piping techniques perfect for a day at the beach! Just in time for summer vacation, you won't want to miss this class of 6-cookies and 4-icings sure to inspire your next getaway or staycation!

Love succulents? Now you can decorate them—on cookies! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to create stunning, plant-inspired sugar cookies featuring cacti, succulents, and watering can designs. Perfect for beginners and cookie enthusiasts alike, this class includes all supplies, step-by-step instruction, and plenty of fun. No green thumb required—just a love for creativity and sweet treats! You'll be "dill-ighted" in this class where we will decorate 6 perfect cookies using 4-icing colors. You won't be-leaf how good you'll get at designing!

Come enjoy the wide variety of musical groups that perform in Owatonna every Thursday during the Spring and Summer. We'll enjoy the sunshine, music, and new friendships that are sure to be made!

Become a Poke'mon Master of 3D Design! Design your own unique 3D Poke'mon using TinkerCAD. Explore your creativity and experiment with SimLab and create themed video games. Learn the basics of CAD modeling and design software. One of your creations will be 3D printed. Printing and material fees are included. If printing is not completed in class, prints will be mailed home. Please bring lunch and a drink.

Acupressure is a healing technique that works with how energy flows through your body. Just as you have blood that flows through vessels, you have energy that flows through pathways called meridians. Acupressure involves pressing or messaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow which can offer great relief with no side effects. We will focus on the points that relieve and prevent migraines and headaches as well as nausea and vertigo.

Add a touch of patriotic charm to your home with a beautifully hand-crafted Americana porch leaner! In this creative and hands-on workshop, you'll design and paint your own vertical porch sign featuring classic red, white, and blue themes. Start with a pre-designed stencil and customize it to reflect your unique style. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or new to crafting, our instructor will guide you step by step to ensure a stunning finished product. Please register by March 25.

Perimenopause starts around the age of 35 for most women and can last 10-15 years. Common symptoms include fatigue, migraines, weight gain, water retention, depression, sleep disturbances, joint aches, hot flashes, anger flashes, fibroids, and more. Once you understand exactly what is causing all the troublesome symptoms, they are much easier to correct. We'll discuss how to get hormone levels measured, what to do with the results, acupressure points to assist in symptom relief and nutritional musts. You'll leave with tools and techniques for restoring health and well being.

Kickstart your Spanish journey with this engaging summer course! Designed for beginners and those with little to no experience, you'll learn essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and practical phrases for everyday conversations. Through group discussions and break out conversation practices, you'll build confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish. Our experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way, setting you up for continued success. By the end of the course, you'll have the foundational skills to keep learning and speaking with confidence.

Roll the dice, strategize, and have a blast at our Board Game Night! Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just looking for a fun evening with friends, this event offers something for everyone.