Owatonna Community Education

Golf Squad is an afterschool enrichment program that brings Golf Professionals from your local area to your school campus to give a once-per-week lesson to your students. We focus on teaching the fundamentals of the game of golf as well as life lessons that help the students develop holistically. Students will learn the basics, including putting, chipping, full swing irons, and full swing woods. They will also learn about relationship building, proper golf etiquette, and rules of the game. The Golf Professional will have all the necessary equipment needed for the class. Students should show up with a good attitude and a willingness to ask questions and learn!

Grease joyfully returns to the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres’ Main Stage! Fancy a nostalgic evening full of greased-up hair, jukebox jingles, and bobby-socks. The most popular, fun-filled musical in the history of Rock ’n’ Roll is packed with explosive energy, vibrant 1950s pop culture and unforgettable tunes: “Summer Nights,” “Look at Me, I’m Sandra Dee,” “We Go Together,” “Greased Lightnin’,” “Beauty School Dropout,” AND added songs made popular in the beloved film: “Grease (Is The Word),” “Hopelessly Devoted to You” and “You’re the One That I Want.” Join Sandy, Danny Zuko, those groovy T-Birds, sassy Pink Ladies and the whole gang at Rydell High for an affectionate satire of high school life in the 50s. Shoo-bop shoo-bop a-ram-a-lam-a ding-dong! It’s a high-octane Rock ‘n’ Roll party that entertains from start to finish. Your trip fee includes motorcoach transportation, lunch, and admission. Register no later than January 7. No refunds on trips. If you have any mobility or dietary requirements, please let us know at registration.

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 and door knocks, dog emergencies, personal safety, managing 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.

Join us at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre for a matinee performance that's sure to get you in the Holiday Spirit! It's Irving Berlin's White Christmas: The Musical! Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after WWII. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including "Blue Skies," "I Love a Piano," "How Deep is the Ocean" and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages. Your trip fee includes motorcoach transportation, lunch, and admission. Register no later than October 7. No refunds on trips.

Embark on a scenic road trip to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, with Owatonna Community Education! Lake Geneva is a charming lakeside destination perfect for a short getaway. Nestled in southeastern Wisconsin, Lake Geneva is known for its crystal-clear waters, historic mansions, and a vibrant downtown area filled with boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. Your trip fee includes a sightseeing excursion on Lake Geneva, a detour to Racine, WI for a guided tour of Lake History & Wind Point Lighthouse, a tour & Kringle Sampling at Lehmann's Bakery, a show at the Fireside Theatre, 2 nights of lodging at the Harbor Shores Resort, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, and motor coach transportation, plus the company of your fellow community members! For questions please call us at 444-7900. Prices are as follows: Single: $999 per person Double: $909 per person Triple: $849 per person Quad: $789 per person A deposit of $100 per person is due at the time of registration (checks only, made payable to Owatonna Community Education). Your registration is only secured upon paid deposit. The remaining balance of your tour price is due by or on April 1st, 2025 (check is also required). No refunds on trips. The dates of this trip are Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - Friday, May 23, 2025 (brochure error).

Every Sunday, Nick crosses the river to New Jersey and has dinner with both sets of his Italian-American grandparents. But Nick has dreams, and when he receives the perfect job offer from the west coast, he is determined to take it. His grandparents – Frank, Aida, Nunzio, and Emma – are just as determined that he stay put. Thus begins a series of shameless schemes and hilarious shenanigans that will have you roaring in your seat while reminding you of the wonderful zaniness that is family. We will have lunch in the ballroom prior to the show. The menu includes: Creamy Chicken Breast, with Rosemary Red Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Coleslaw, Dinner Rolls, Assorted Dessert, Coffee, Decaf Coffee, and Hot Tea. Special dietary meals available by request ahead of time. Your trip includes: Motorcoach transportation, lunch, and ticket to the show. Please register by September 23. No refunds on trips.