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Bluey & Bingo Camp (Ages 3-7)
Are you ready to step into the colorful world of Bluey, Bingo, and their family? Join us for a day filled with laughter, imagination, and endless fun inspired by the beloved Australian animated series, "Bluey"! we believe in the power of play and the joy of learning through storytelling and creativity.
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Pokemania STEAM Adventure (Grades 1-5)
Work on a stop-motion animated Pokémon-themed film. Pick your favorite characters to star in your mini-movie. The possibilities are endless! Students will build Pokémon-inspired sets and props to create animated game and stop-motion short. Students will also participate in other Pokémon-related STEAM activities. Bring a USB drive. Bring a lunch and a drink.
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Pokemania STEAM Adventure (Grades 1-5)
Kids Classes
Work on a stop-motion animated Pokémon-themed film. Pick your favorite characters to star in your mini-movie. The possibilities are endless! Students will build Pokémon-inspired sets and props to create animated game and stop-motion short. Students will also participate in other Pokémon-related STEAM activities. Bring a USB drive. Bring a lunch and a drink.
Spring/Summer 2024
Power Pump
Adult Recreation
Get ready for a great burn in a 45 minute workout! This is a great way to get a total body sculpt by using weights and working your muscles from head to toe. Arrive early to get settled, bring a sweat towel and a water bottle.
Spring/Summer 2024
Power of Youth (Entering Grades 6-9)
Kids Classes
Power of Youth is a Community Education summer service learning program for ISD #761 students in grades 6-9. Students meet Monday - Thursday mornings throughout the summer and together they plan, design, and implement community-wide service learning projects. Students will have the opportunity to volunteer for a variety of community service projects, including supporting School Age Care, Community Pathways, and the United Way. Additionally, students will initiate a summer fundraiser and choose a local organization as a recipient of these funds in an effort to model how youth build community. Breakfast and Lunch will be included for volunteers. More details will be sent to enrollees as we get closer to the start date.
Spring/Summer 2024
Practical ChatGPT Training for Everyone
Computer and Technology Classes
Have you been curious about what ChatGPT is exactly and how it may affect you? Learn what you need to know about ChatGPT powered by Artificial Intelligence in this fun and engaging class! You will understand how it works and why it's taking the world by storm. You'll also learn practical everyday uses for ChatGPT in the workforce and at home. Don't get left behind in today's tech savvy world and attend this upcoming training! This is a live online class through Zoom. Prior to class, you will be contacted via email with a class link.
Spring/Summer 2024
Preschool Experience (Age 3-5)
Toddlers
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Families who enroll in identified parent/child classes, have the opportunity to provide their child with an additional early leaning experience designed for the child-only. To be eligible for enrollment in Friday Child Only Classes, families must be enrolled in any of the following parent/child classes: 34531-34541-34521 Children may only attend this class if they have attended their parent/child class each week. If a family misses their parent/child class during the week, the child will not be expected for the Friday, child-only class. Families may have one exception per trimester to this practice if they have called in for the Parent/Child class with an illness or medical appointment. Tuition will be $35 for the Trimester. This is in addition to the tuition paid for the parent/child class. There is no sliding fee. Child must be 3 years old by September 1st. Registration will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Families will need to re-enroll for the child-only class each trimester when they enroll for their parent/child class. Class size will be limited each section.
Spring ECFE 2024
Reiki Level I: A Tool for Healing and Self-Care
Special Interest
Looking to add self-care tools to your practice? Perhaps you are looking for new ways to relax, restore, and heal? You might find yourself interested in Reiki. Reiki translates to "universal life force energy." By learning Reiki, you will find balance which will stop stress in its tracks. It will also tap into your body's healing power to combat headaches, colds, and other illnesses. In this training workshop, you will learn the history of Reiki, the guiding principles of the practice, the first symbol, and basic energetic anatomy. You will also receive an attunement to Reiki Level I which is a sacred rite to ready your body for tapping into Reiki beyond this class. This series will include an opportunity to both experience and practice Reiki. Your instructor, Shannon, is a Reiki Master, Certified Shamanic Reiki practitioner, and owner of Majestic Tree Healing.
Spring/Summer 2024
Residential Walking Tour
Local Walking Tours
Join us on a walking tour that will feature descriptions and histories of many prestigious and lovely homes in our community. You will hear stories of the people who designed, built, and lived in these architectural gems. This tour will cover 2.5 miles. Dress appropriately for the weather conditions of the day. Your tour fee includes a copy of the book, "Homes of Note in Owatonna, Minnesota".
Spring/Summer 2024
Ride & Rip
Adult Recreation
Here is an awesome way to try out indoor cycling! This class is perfect for a good mix of cardio and strength. Get the best of both worlds with this 45 minute workout. You will increase your metabolism and get a total body-shaping burn with an instructor-led 20 minute cycling class. Follow that up with 20 minutes of strength, core, and weights. Arrive early before class to get settled, bring a sweat towel and a water bottle.
Spring/Summer 2024
Rock Climbing Refresher
Adult Recreation
This class is for anyone who has taken a climbing class at the Owatonna Middle School with Amanda Flohrs previously. This will be a review your skills of knot tying, belaying, then you will climb for two hours.
Spring/Summer 2024
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Roosevelt Royal Camp
Kids Classes
Formerly known as Once upon a princess camp! Dreams come true this summer at Roosevelt Royal camp, perfect for the little princess and prince with all kinds of royal activities. Each day we will focus on a different favorite princess and Prince as our campers enjoy a week of singing and dancing, including a tea party, arts & crafts! A fun and magical week will all lead up to a special visit from our Dairy Princess’ you won’t want to miss!
Spring/Summer 2024
SMART PreK
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This interactive and energetic workshop is designed for any early childhood educator or professional working with 3-5 year old children. The instructors are all former and current educators and professionals with vast experience and knowledge as to how to implement the S.M.A.R.T. program in any setting! At the workshop you will: Learn how the brain functions and is stimulated through movement, understand how to look at children developmentally, experience a variety of S.M.A.R.T. activities, participate in make & takes all while reserving time to plan.
Spring/Summer 2024
STEAM Ahead Learning
For 3-5 year old children
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STEM Ahead Learning is an engaging and interactive class integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math(STEM) concepts into a play-based learning environment. The class is designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning through age- appropriate activities, experiments, and other opportunities to challenge young children in sparking imagination and promoting intellectual, social and emotional growth. Parents will participate in activities with their child(ren)and then separate for parent discussion time regarding creative learning experiences for there children as well as other age appropriate topics led by a parent educator.
Spring ECFE 2024
Shamanic Reiki & Sound Healing Workshop
Special Interest
Sound healing and Shamanic Reiki are time-honored healing modalities that can provide powerfully relaxing and potentially transformative experiences. Join Majestic Tree Energy Healing and Kismet Sound Healing for an evening of deep relaxation to release stress and unlock the healing capabilities of your body. Please bring a yoga mat, pillow and/or blanket to ensure you can relax.
Spring/Summer 2024
Spring Fun Shops for 3 and 5 Year Olds
For 3-5 year old children
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These special playtimes focus on a specific theme with fun family activities for parent and child. Family activities in art, music, motor skills and math/ science exploration will be prepared each week. Parent/child will stay together for the full hour and explore the planned activities prepared by an Early Childhood Teacher. Activities will be specifically designed for 4-5 year olds. This is a great activity for grandparents to enjoy as well.
Spring ECFE 2024
Spring Roll Symphony: Crafting Crispy & Fresh Spring Roll Delights
Special Interest
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 to welcome in the spring, this is the class for you! Join Chef Tess as she walks you through the process of creating two types of spring rolls bursting with a symphony of flavors bold enough to wake up any and all of your taste buds. Choice of meat (chicken or pork) and veggies will fill the rolls. Two types of wrappers will be used. Participants will be able to customize fillings and seasonings according to taste or dietary preferences. Learn how to wrap, roll, and cook these small delights! Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. A PDF packet of the instructor's personal recipes from this class will also be included. This class takes place online via ZOOM.
Spring/Summer 2024
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Spring Walk through Forest Hill Cemetery
Local Walking Tours
This walk will introduce you to the serene beauty and history of Forest Hill Cemetery as you learn about the symbolism on the gravestones. Hear some secret stories about a few of the thousands of people interred here. Maybe spot some wildlife. The instructor has researched local history for many years. A portion of the class fee will go toward the Cemetery Association. Please note: the terrain at the cemetery is hilly, with some parts of the tour involving uneven ground as well as walking. Hiking shoes are suggested. Please park at the cemetery entrance on Mineral Springs Road.
Spring/Summer 2024
Stained Glass Mosaic
Special Interest
Join us at The Green Shack! In this class you will pick out a picture frame and find a coloring page picture online and trace it onto the picture frame. You will then pick out pieces of colored glass and then cut those pieces to fill in the picture. Use as much or as little color as you’d like. When you are all done, we will cover it with epoxy to finish it.
Spring/Summer 2024
Strength Training for Seniors
Adult Recreation
Did you know there are great benefits to strength training at ages 55 and over? Strengthening your body will help you increase bone density, increase muscle mass, improve your balance and flexibility. Being able to stay active as we age plays a role in our physical and mental health. The benefits you receive from strength training will help you maintain your overall health, wellness, and independence. Our weekly sessions will include proper warm up and cool down of our bodies, plus body weight and light dumbbell weight strengthening moves. We will cover upper body, lower body, and core exercises. No experience is needed as this class is designed for all levels.
Spring/Summer 2024
Terrific Twos (Separating)
Toddlers
This class is for children who are at least two years old by April 1st. This class includes a portion of parent-child play and engagement followed by separation of parents and children. Parents will discuss appropriate topics that are specific to two-year-olds while children engage in play focused on communication, cooperation, and exploration.
Spring ECFE 2024
Toddlers
Toddlers
Join us for time with your one and two year-old to share with other parents ways to help your "shaker and mover". A toddler's world is full of wonder and discovery. Participate with your child in a variety of fun, developmentally appropriate activities! Discuss parenting topics such as dealing with frustration, learning to share, and learning new words.
Spring ECFE 2024
Tonna Trailblazers Rock Climbing Club (Entering Grades 6-9)
Kids Classes
The Middle School has a new ROCK WALL in the big gym! Have you wanted to learn how to traverse, climb, belay and more? Join the climbing club! All students will need to sign a waiver, even if they have previously signed one for a PE class. There will be 2 sections offered. Breakfast will be available for the 8AM-10AM section in the OMS Cafeteria. Lunch will be available for the 10AM-12PM section in the OMS Cafeteria. Liability Waiver will need to be signed and returned to Roosevelt Community School before class starts or brought to the first day of class in order for participation. Please click on this ROCK CLIMBING WAIVER link or stop at Roosevelt Community School to get a copy. Course is taught by Mrs. Flohrs.
Spring/Summer 2024
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Twinderella (7 years - 18 years)
Kids Classes
Join us as Child's Play Theatre presents Twinderella by Charlie Lovett We’ve all heard the story of Cinderella a thousand times, but we’ve never heard about Bob, her long lost twin brother! Living in the same kingdom with different wicked stepfamilies, Cinderella’s cruel stepmother and evil stepsisters make her rotate tires and polish bowling trophies while Bob’s evil stepfather and cruel stepbrothers force him to make dried herb wreaths and organize their sock drawers. When Lou the UPS Guy arrives with invitations from the Kingdom of Wychwood-under-Ooze, Cinderella and Bob are both thrilled but forbidden to attend the festivities. With the help of the Fairy Godmother, the Godfather (he ain’t no fairy!), two enchanted gerbils and a lot of luck, they find a way! On the night that Cinderella crashes Princess Petunia’s birthday ball, Bob has similar designs on Prince Percy’s kingdom-wide baseball game. When the two strangers disappear at midnight after Cinderella hits a game winning homerun, the search is on to find the feet that fit the glass slipper and the muddy cleat! Children must be 7 years of age or older to enroll. Rehearsals run June 10-14 from 8:30 am-12 pm. Kids should bring a snack to have during the rehearsals. Show will be at OHS Auditorium June 14 at 6:30 pm. Tickets at the door are $5 for all ages!
Spring/Summer 2024
Under The Stars Camp (Ages 3-7)
Kids Classes
Gather 'round the campfire for tales of adventure and songs of friendship! Experience the thrill of camping under the open sky! Children will have the opportunity to pitch tents, roast marshmallows, surrounded by nature's beauty. It's a chance for them to bond with their fellow campers and create memories that will last a lifetime. (Day Camp experience)
Spring/Summer 2024
Video Production: YouTube Shorts, IG Reels, & TikTok (Entering Grades 2-6)
Kids Classes
Show your creativity and become a content creator. Learn the art of producing video shorts for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels. Edit the video, add motion graphics, and special effects to your own video short, while using storytelling and film production techniques. Explore the art and science behind creating a compelling short videos that resonate with audiences. Bring a USB drive (at least 8 GB) to save your video. Bring a lunch and a drink.
Spring/Summer 2024