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Strength training is a great way to improve your metabolism, tone your body, and improve everyday movement! Whether you are looking to lose weight, learn the ins and outs of a weight room, build confidence and strength, or join a community of strong women, this is the class for you! Learn the basic principles and proper techniques of strength training and understand the importance of breath support for pelvic floor and core foundation, all in a safe, encouraging community of women. All fitness abilities from beginner to intermediate are welcome! Sign up early as this class is popular and our class size is limited.
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Driver Education 2024-2025 School Year
Driver Education Training is required for students who wish to obtain their driver’s license before their 18th birthday. Driver Education Training by state law must consist of thirty (30) hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction. Students must attend the 30 hours of instruction offered on the dates and times listed. Every session must be attended, unless ill, but even then, those hours must be made up. It is recommended, but not required, that students be 15 years old by the last day of class. Registration includes both classroom and behind the wheel instruction.The Owatonna Driver Education program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and is taught by certified licensed instructors. This class is for participants who are 14.5 years or older before the start of classes.Please Note: There will be a “Parent Packet” that your child will bring home on the first day of class. This packet will explain all the steps necessary for your child to obtain a permit and license. This packet must be signed and returned to the Driver Education classroom for successful classroom completion. A 1.5hr Parent Class for the parents of a new student driver will be offered at the Owatonna High School. Attendance in this class is not mandatory. More information on the Parent Class will be provided in the Parent Packet mentioned above. Students do not need to attend the Parent Class.
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Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) Program (Grades 4+)
Kids Classes
The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and Health Institute provides everything you need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The YouTube "vlogger" style presentation of the video brings a youthful and high-energy spirit to the program content along with handouts, demonstrations, and additional resources. At the end of the class, the students will receive their certification card along with instructions to access a digital copy of the Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) student book. From getting started with your business, to collaborating with parents and children, to key safety concepts, caregiving, and first aid tips, CABS will set you up for success. Students must be present for the entire class and complete achievement of the core learning objectives to receive certification that is valid for two years. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen.
Spring/Summer 2025
Child's Play Theatre: Madagascar: A Musical Adventure! (Grades K-12)
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Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime. Based on the smash DeamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar- A Musical Adventure JR. follows all of your favorite crack-a-lackin' friends as they escape from their home in New York's Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to eh madcap world of King Julien's Madagascar. Auditions are July 7 at 8:30 am Rehearsals are July 7, 8, 9, 19, 11, 14, 15 16, 17, 18 from 8:30-2:00 PM Performances are on July 18th at 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM Tickets available only at the door before each show,
Spring/Summer 2025
Child's Play Theatre: Twains Tales (Grades K-12)
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Twain's Tales includes five short stories by the master American storyteller- "The celebrated jumping Frog of Calaveras County, " "Science vs. Luck," "The Joke That Made Ed's Fortune," "The Belated Russian Passport" and "Is He Living or Is He Dead?" -as well as the fence-painting chapter from the Adventures of Tom Sawyer. The play takes place on the front porch of a general store in what could be Hannibal, Missouri in the late 1800s. The five locals- the storekeeper and his wife, a printer, a reporter, and a riverboat pilot-spend the morning entertaining each other by seeing who can spin the tallest tale. In his own lifetime, Samuel Clemens held all four of these occupations, and his ability as a storyteller may very well have been born while listening to such individuals spinning their yarns at the general store. Auditions are May 28 3:15-5 pm Rehearsals are June 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 from 8:30 am-12 pm Performances on June 13 at 1 pm and 6:30 pm Tickets are sold at the door only.
Spring/Summer 2025
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Little Theatre of Owatonna
Adults with Disabilities
Join us at the Little Theatre of Owatonna as we attend Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! Director: Shelley Fitzgerald Technical Director: Brenda Hager
Spring/Summer 2025
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Church Basement Ladies at the Plymouth Playhouse!
Trips-Tours
The Ladies are back at the Plymouth Playhouse with the musical that started it all! The church basement kitchen throughout much of America is often the heart and soul of any church. In Church Basement Ladies we meet the pastor, three kitchen cooks and one daughter who run the kitchen and care for the congregation by preparing and serving the food. Like any great kitchen, problems are solved here as well. We see the four women handle a Lutefisk dinner, a funeral, an Easter fundraiser, and a wedding. They stave off potential disasters, have fun, share and debate recipes, instruct the young, and keep the pastor on due course. This musical comedy based on recipes, food, and change in the church is funny, heartwarming, and down to earth. It will bring back memories of many people you know from churches everywhere. Your trip fee includes motorcoach transportation, show admission, and buffet lunch. Lunch will be provided by Boss’ Pizza & Chicken and will feature Roasted Chicken, coleslaw, beans, fries, mac & cheese, dessert, water, and coffee. Register no later than June 13, 2025. No refunds on trips. If you have any dietary or mobility requirements, please let us know at registration.
Spring/Summer 2025
Circus Time
Kids Classes
Circus Time Have you ever trained a lion, laughed at a clown or made balloon animals? We will do all of that at Circus Time camp. Creativity will abound with fun guests to show us unique things found at the circus. Costumes will be encouraged and we will play "Circus" and perform our circus tricks for the whole class to enjoy!
Spring/Summer 2025
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Day Trippers: Minnesota State Fair
Trips-Tours
Experience the excitement of the Great Minnesota Get Together without the hassle of parking or traffic! Our comfortable coach bus will drop you off right at the fair entrance, so you can focus on all the food, fun, and festivities! Trip fee includes: motorcoach transportation. Participants must purchase their own fair admission ticket. $15 per ticket for those aged 18 & under. $15 per ticket for ages 65 and up. $18 per ticket for ages 19-64. Don't forget to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your fair-day excitement! Register by August 1, 2025. No refunds on trips.
Spring/Summer 2025
Dinosaurs
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Dinosaurs Take a trip back in time. Become a paleontologist and go on a Dinosaur dig! This camp is about all things dinosaurs with tons of hands-on and creative activities involving dinosaurs and fossils. This week promises to be a prehistoric adventure!
Spring/Summer 2025
Door County Getaway
Trips-Tours
Door County Wisconsin September 15-18, 2025 $1235 per person, Double Occupancy $1515 per person, Single Occupancy Experience the beauty and charm of Door County, Wisconsin, on this four-day guided adventure! Travel in comfort aboard a deluxe motor coach enjoying three nights’ lodging, delicious meals, and exciting attractions, all led by experienced trip leaders. Highlights of the trip include a scenic Washington Island Ferry ride and tour, a visit to The Lavendar Shop, and an exploration of the hand-carved Bjorklunden Chapel. Savor lunch at the famous Al Johnson’s Restaurant, where goats graze on the sod roof, and tour the historic Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. Experience an authentic Fish Boil dinner followed by a night at Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s oldest professional resident summer theater. The journey concludes with a visit to the Door County Maritime Museum, showcasing over 150 years of shipbuilding history. Departing from Austin, MN, on September 15,2025, this trip includes lodging, meals, and attractions. Reserve your spot today for this unforgettable adventure by calling 507-460-1706 $300 nonrefundable deposit due at registration. Balance due June 27. Trip insurance information will be sent when full balance is paid.
Spring/Summer 2025
Downtown Owatonna Walking Tour
General Interest
Discover the past 150 years of Owatonna's history. If you are new to our city or if you have lived here a long time, this tour is filled with interesting and historical facts! Your curiosity of certain downtown landmarks will be answered! Our guide will share the history of many buildings and stories of the people who lived and worked downtown. We will cover about 1.5 miles. Dress appropriately for the weather conditions of the day and wear comfortable shoes!
Spring/Summer 2025
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Driver Education 2024-2025 School Year
Driver Education
Driver Education Training is required for students who wish to obtain their driver’s license before their 18th birthday. Driver Education Training by state law must consist of thirty (30) hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction. Students must attend the 30 hours of instruction offered on the dates and times listed. Every session must be attended, unless ill, but even then, those hours must be made up. It is recommended, but not required, that students be 15 years old by the last day of class. Registration includes both classroom and behind the wheel instruction. The Owatonna Driver Education program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and is taught by certified licensed instructors. This class is for participants who are 14.5 years or older before the start of classes. Please Note: There will be a “Parent Packet” that your child will bring home on the first day of class. This packet will explain all the steps necessary for your child to obtain a permit and license. This packet must be signed and returned to the Driver Education classroom for successful classroom completion. A 1.5hr Parent Class for the parents of a new student driver will be offered at the Owatonna High School. Attendance in this class is not mandatory. More information on the Parent Class will be provided in the Parent Packet mentioned above. Students do not need to attend the Parent Class.
Driver Education 2024-2025
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Driver Education 2025-2026 School Year
Driver Education
Driver Education Training is required for students who wish to obtain their driver’s license before their 18th birthday. Driver Education Training by state law must consist of thirty (30) hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction. Students must attend the 30 hours of instruction offered on the dates and times listed. Every session must be attended, unless ill, but even then, those hours must be made up. It is recommended, but not required, that students be 15 years old by the last day of class. Registration includes both classroom and behind the wheel instruction. The Owatonna Driver Education program is approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and is taught by certified licensed instructors. This class is for participants who are 14.5 years or older before the start of classes. Please Note: There will be a “Parent Packet” that your child will bring home on the first day of class. This packet will explain all the steps necessary for your child to obtain a permit and license. This packet must be signed and returned to the Driver Education classroom for successful classroom completion. A 1.5hr Parent Class for the parents of a new student driver will be offered at the Owatonna High School. Attendance in this class is not mandatory. More information on the Parent Class will be provided in the Parent Packet mentioned above. Students do not need to attend the Parent Class.
Driver Education 2025-2026
Extreme Robo-Games:Battlebot Olympics (Entering Grades 3-7)
Kids Classes
Students will work in small teams using the EV3 Mindstorms Robotic Systems and specialized LEGO Technic engineering components to build extreme robots and run programs to experiment with and overcome Olympic-style challenges. Student teams will then be challenged to morph their projects into better, stronger, or faster robots. Please bring lunch and a drink.
Spring/Summer 2025
Fall Doormat Design Workshop: Hello Autumn
Artful Living
Welcome the season with a custom fall-themed doormat! In this creative and fun workshop, you’ll design and paint your own doormat using stencils, an autumn-inspired design, and your personal flair. Get ready to get crafty as this class offers endless ways to celebrate the season while creating a one-of-a-kind piece to adorn your doorstep.
Spring/Summer 2025
Feb 13
School Age Care
Lincoln Elementary School
SAC 25-26 SAC Non-School Day Site
Feb 16
School Age Care
Lincoln Elementary School
SAC 25-26 SAC Non-School Day Site
Fireflies at the Sidekick Theatre!
Trips-Tours
Join us for Fireflies at the Sidekick Theatre! Retired schoolteacher Eleanor Bannister lives a quiet life alone in tiny Groverdell, Texas, set in her routines and secure in her position as the town’s most respected woman — until a hole in her roof draws the attention of Abel Brown, a smooth-talking drifter intent on renovating Eleanor’s house, and possibly her life. Can the unexpected sparks of late-life romance be trusted, or is there truth in the gossip that Abel isn’t all that he seems to be? Either way, the whole town is talking. On the menu: Chicken Breast with Roasted Red Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Coleslaw, Dinner Rolls, Assorted Desserts, Coffee, Hot Tea. Your trip fee includes: Motorcoach transportation and admission. Register no later than October 1.
Spring/Summer 2025
Frankenstuffies (Ages 8-18)
Kids Classes
Join us in making a silly Frankenstuffie! Take apart and reassemble multiple stuffed animals into a never-before-seen cute or horrifying animal of your own design. Utilize simple hand-sewing skills and common household tools including needle, thread, yarn, seam ripper, and scissors to make a monster new to this world.
Spring/Summer 2025
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Google Sheets for Awesome Beginners
Computer and Technology Classes
Unlock the full potential of Google Sheets and gain skills that will benefit you for a lifetime! Whether you're using it for work or personal projects, this comprehensive class will transform you from a novice into an expert. You'll master the essential functions of Google Sheets, including entering, organizing, refining, analyzing, and visualizing data. Join us to build a solid foundation in Google Sheets and enhance your productivity and data management capabilities!
Spring/Summer 2025
Home Alone (Grades 2+)
Kids Classes
Is your child ready for the independence of being home alone? Parents need to be sure their children have the skills and maturity to handle the responsibility safely. Whether it is for an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, being trusted to be home alone can be a positive experience for a child who is mature and well prepared. This class for children will address several topics relating to being home alone including age guidelines, safe habits, house rules, after school routines, phone calls, door knocks, dog emergencies, personal safety, handling the unexpected, gun safety, severe weather, fire safety, intruders, and first aid tips. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. Parents are encouraged to review the take home information and discuss it with their child.
Spring/Summer 2025