Using an air fryer to cook vegetables is quick, and the healthy results are delicious! In this live online class, Kirsten will demonstrate a variety of recipes using in-season local and/or commonly available vegetables including: Lemon Pepper Broccoli, Miso Sesame Kale Chips, and Roasted Sweet Potato Sticks. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards so you can cook along at your convenience.

Try this new course! Are you tired of spending hours trying to create graphics for your business, only to feel frustrated with the results? In Canva, learn how to design professional-looking social media posts, flyers, and marketing materials using only the free version of Canva with no design experience required. You'll learn the exact tools, shortcuts, and strategies that make creating beautiful visuals quick and stress-free. By the end of this session, you'll have the skills and confidence to create graphics that attract customers and make your business look polished and professional. This class is presented virtually. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Try this new course! Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and crafters! This online interactive class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva to bring your creative projects to life. You'll learn to design and create everything from custom greeting cards and party invitations to printable wall art, gift tags, and personalized crafts. Whether you're working from scratch or customizing templates, you'll receive step-by-step guidance to turn your ideas into beautiful, print-ready projects. Leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva for all your creative crafting needs. This class is presented virtually. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This intensive two-hour workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and lesser-known tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half. This class is presented virtually. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Try this new course! Unlock the full potential of ChatGPT in this dynamic one-hour masterclass designed for users ready to move beyond the basics. You'll discover advanced prompting techniques like system instructions, multi-shot examples, and chain-of-thought reasoning to get dramatically better results. Learn insider strategies for customizing outputs, managing context, and leveraging ChatGPT for complex tasks including analysis, creative projects, and professional workflows. Walk away with expert-level techniques to transform ChatGPT into a true powerhouse for your specific needs. The fun and interactive class is taught live online. If a student is unable to attend the live online training time, they can still register and watch the recording of the training at their convenience. Follow-up support is also included from the instructor and students are encouraged to reach out with questions at any time before or after the class has concluded. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Take your business to new heights with our fast-paced, comprehensive session designed to equip business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals with the essential skills and strategies needed to leverage social media for business success. Learn how to effectively reach your target audience, increase brand awareness, and drive engagement across major social media platforms. This class is presented virtually. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

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! This class is presented virtually. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Stay up to date by expanding your technology knowledge and learn what you need to know about the mobile payment service called Venmo. Learn how to pay friends, businesses, or receive money without using cash or checks. You’ll leave this class with a confident understanding of how to set up Venmo safely, fees to avoid, and real world scenarios you or your family and friends may use with this mobile payment option. The fun and interactive class is taught live online. If a student is unable to attend the live online training time, they can still register and watch the recording of the training at their convenience. Follow-up support is also included from the instructor and students are encouraged to reach out with questions at any time before or after the class has concluded Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all. And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. Topics include: How chords work in a song How to form the three main types of chords How to tune your guitar Basic strumming patterns How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) How to play along with simple tunes Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do- using chords. Since this class is held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all. And since this course includes an online book and online follow up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands-on instruction. Topics include: How chords work in a song How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it How to form the three main types of chords How to handle different keys and time signatures How to avoid “counting” How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

We have over a dozen Milkweeds that are native to Minnesota. Let’s chat about the wide variety of these great pollinator plants! Some are wildly popular and very common growing in gardens and local scenery. We also will discuss where to buy milkweed plants and seeds, plus how and where to add these pollinator magnets to your landscapes. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class.

Growing fruit trees and shrubs in Minnesota can be tricky with such a short growing season. The answer to that dilemma: grow native fruit trees and shrubs! We will chat about the hardy varieties that will flourish in our backyards. There are way more than most people typically think, and they can be commercially available too. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class.

Curious about how Instagram can drive significant growth for your customer base and sales? This engaging beginner-level class has the answers you need to grow your business with Instagram. Discover the key steps to boost your company's bottom line. Plus, learn to create irresistible content and have fun along the way! Join us to unlock the potential of Instagram for your business. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Try this new course! Are you overwhelmed or running out of storage with all of the photos just sitting on your phone? In our live online workshop, learn to delete the clutter, create printed photo books and protect your precious memories forever. In just one hour, you'll transform your chaotic photo collection into an organized library you can actually navigate, plus learn maintenance habits that take only minutes each week, without any confusing tech jargon. This class is presented virtually. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

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 exactly and why it is taking the world by storm. You will 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! The fun and interactive class is taught live online. If a student is unable to attend the live online training time, they can still register and watch the recording of the training at their convenience. Follow-up support is also included from the instructor and students are encouraged to reach out with questions at any time before or after the class has concluded. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Food on a stick isn’t just for the Fair! Join Kirsten live online to move beyond the basic Caprese Skewers into a world of color, flavor, and possibilities. Kirsten will share the 3 Rules of Skewering and demonstrate multiple methods to pleasingly present your offerings. From vegan to omnivore there are recipes for everyone. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards so you can cook along at your convenience. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. No cancellations after registration.

Learn how to put down some roots and use native plants in your landscaping, flower gardens, and everywhere else. We will help identify some of our favorite no-fail natives for a wide variety of soils, shade levels, and overall hardiness. These are the rough, tumble, aggressive, and easy to find native plants. Also learn some easy ways to integrate native plants into your current landscaping or start a whole new project. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class.

This workshop is designed for marketers who are familiar with ChatGPT and want to learn how to effectively leverage its capabilities for marketing success. In this fast-paced, practical session, you'll discover the potential of ChatGPT and gain hands-on experience crafting effective prompts to generate compelling marketing content. We'll cover key prompting techniques and explore real-world examples across various marketing applications. Leave this session with actionable strategies and a toolkit of prompts you can immediately implement to enhance your marketing efforts. This class is presented virtually. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Join our fun and engaging beginner class to learn how to create and launch your very own YouTube channel! Discover how to share your hobbies, advice, tutorials, talents, and more with the world on the largest media platform. We'll guide you through a step-by-step process, ensuring you have all the tools and knowledge to get started today. Dive in and start building your YouTube presence today! This class is presented virtually. Class is held online via Zoom. A link will be sent out prior to class. Please be sure you have Zoom installed and updated for the class. Video available to all attendees by request after the course date. Please note: this class cannot be refunded or credited after registration.

Looking for a fun family activity? Come join us for Open Swim! American Red Cross certified lifeguards supervise each session. Fun equipment is available to use such as noodles, lifejackets, and diving rings! Deep water swimmers must demonstrate their swimming skills before entering the deep end of the water with a water competency test (jump in deep end, tread water 1 minute, 25-yard swim). Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Note: You (and anyone else attending with you) must register online to agree to the waiver form and so we know how many will be in attendance each session. Then you pay $5/person at the door, cash only. Open Swim may automatically be cancelled that day if we do not have any online registrations by 10 a.m. the morning of Open Swim.

Looking for a fun family activity? Come join us for Open Swim! American Red Cross certified lifeguards supervise each session. Fun equipment is available to use such as noodles, lifejackets, and diving rings! Deep water swimmers must demonstrate their swimming skills before entering the deep end of the water with a water competency test (jump in deep end, tread water 1 minute, 25-yard swim). Children 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Note: You (and anyone else attending with you) must register online to agree to the waiver form and so we know how many will be in attendance each session. Then you pay $5/person at the door, cash only. Open Swim may automatically be cancelled that day if we do not have any online registrations by 10 a.m. the morning of Open Swim.

Pay online and t-shirt can be picked up at the Family Center office.

Come and explore a fun new approach to mixed media! Using paints, you will create beautiful designs on canvas. Each painting will be embroidered with vibrant threads using stitches taught in class. Child-safe sewing needles will be used. Note: Art projects will be different from last summer if you want to take this camp again!