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Architecture and Design Camp (grades 3-7)STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)Developed in collaboration with local Twin Cities designers, the class introduces key concepts of structure, form and space through hands-on projects and model building. Use the 3-D design tool TinkerCAD® to plan and design architectural creations, experimenting with digital design and problem solving. From imaginative sketches to computer models, bring their ideas to life while exploring the foundations of architecture.Youth Summer 2026 -
Artificial Intelligence (AI) CertificateCareer & BusinessDo not register here. Please click Register now! Give your organization a competitive advantage with Artificial Intelligence (AI). And position yourself in an emerging knowledge specialty and growth area. Explore what AI can do to reduce costs, gather more and better business data, automate time-consuming tasks, improve efficiency, lower human error, reallocate staff time for higher priority functions, and more. Then master the concepts and fundamental techniques of implementing AI. Finally, develop an AI plan and strategy to deliver results for your workplace. Walk away with the knowledge and confidence to help lead your organization into this exciting new area of business expertise. Register now! Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and a very productive way to learn. Millions of people are learning online each year. After you register, you will be given a web address with easy-to-follow instructions to get into your virtual classroom. You may participate any time of day or evening with online reading, listen and see presentations, and complete self-quizzes. You will engage with the instructor and other participants. You will get to know your instructor and other participants. You may make friends. It’s easy. It’s fun. Continuing Education Units (CEUs)/International Learning Units (ILUs) 4.8 Length 48 Hours Price 495.00 Register now!Adult Summer 2026 -
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Babies: Birth Through 11 MonthsBabies: Birth through 11 MonthsParents With Babies Only Non-Separating Babies sure bring big changes to every family! Join other parents of infants and learn how to make the adjustment to ‘being a family.’ This will be a relaxing and informative class. You can ask your questions, and we will share ideas with you about building a solid base for your family. We will also have time to sing songs and play some games.Fall 2026 -
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Baby PlaytimePlaytimesOne-Time Event For Parents With Babies Ages Birth Through 18 Months This is a time for babies and parents to play in our infant environment. Come and explore new toys, sing songs and enjoy other fun activities led by an ECFE teacher. There will also be time to meet other parents and their babies. See our website weekly, ce.district196.org/ecfe, to register. *** PLEASE NOTE THE DATE YOU ARE REGISTERING FOR *** This registration is only for ONE SESSION (one specific date). Come back weekly to register for the next session.Fall 2026 -
Back to School Supply DonationYouth Enrichment / Volunteer OpportunitiesSupport District 196 students by making a financial contribution to help purchase much-needed school supplies. All items will be distributed to students in need through their schools. *** Or, drop off school supplies Saturday, August 8 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Falcon Ridge Middle School,12900 Johnny Cake Ridge Road in Apple Valley. Every donation makes a difference!Back to School Supplies 26-27 -
Baseball Tots (ages 2-4)Fitness & SportsLearn how to hit, catch and throw while enjoying the game. Being one of the most difficult sports to initially grasp, this game is played indoors with safe and age-appropriate equipment. An exciting way to start being a part of America’s favorite pastime! Parent participation required.Youth Fall 2026
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Basketball Tykes (ages 2-6)Fitness & SportsA fun introductory experience to the great game of basketball through fun skill-based drills and mini-games. Learn how to properly dribble, pass, shoot and play defense in a fun and positive environment. Parent participation is required for two and three year olds and recommended when needed for 4-6 year olds.Youth Fall 2026 -
Bingo & PizzaEntertainment - Adults With DisabilitiesLet's meet up for a delicious pizza lunch followed by Bingo! What a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon with friends. There will be lots of great prizes for you to choose from.Project Explore Fall 2026 -
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WaitlistBob Ross Method of Oil PaintingCrafts & ArtsRemember Bob Ross from his “Joy of Painting” series on PBS? His “Wet on Wet Technique” of painting is for all skill levels as well as for those who have never painted before. Complete an entire oil painting. Be amazed at how much fun and enjoyment this painting technique will give you! Supply fee of $20 payable to instructor (cash, Venmo or Cash App only; no checks). Bring a roll of paper towels to class. June 8: Day's End June 15: Misty Mountain July 13: Eagles View July 20 & 21: Lakeside Path August 17: Mountain Falls August 18: Lake ViewAdult Summer 2026 -
Book Club - "Because of Winn-Dixie"Online Classes-Adults with DisabilitiesHave you ever met someone who changed your day by just showing up? Because of Winn-Dixie is a heartwarming story about friendship, kindness, and finding connection in unexpected places. Follow Opal and her dog Winn-Dixie as they meet new people, share stories, and build a community together. No pressure to read on your own- just come to listen, chat, and have fun! A Zoom link will be sent by email each morning of Book Club. Please confirm that the Project Explore office has your most current email address.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Book Club- "Escape From Chernobyl"Online Classes-Adults with DisabilitiesReady for an exciting story based on real history? Escape From Chernobyl by Andy Marino follows a group of young people after an explosion at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant sends dangerous radiation into their community. As they try to escape and help others, they must also uncover the truth about what happened. No pressure to read on your own. Just come to listen, chat, and experience this suspenseful story together! A link will be sent by email each morning of Book Club. Please confirm that the Project Explore office has your most current email address.Project Explore Fall 2026 -
Book Club- "The Great Turkey Heist"Online Classes-Adults with DisabilitiesGet ready for a Thanksgiving mystery! The Great Turkey Heist is a Boxcar Children mystery from the series created by Gertrude Chandler Warner. The Alden children are helping a new restaurant collect donations for a food pantry and prepare a free Thanksgiving dinner for the community. But when signs are moved and the giant turkey disappears, the Alden's must follow the clues and solve the mystery before dinner begins. No pressure to read on your own. Just come to listen, chat, and help solve the mystery! A link will be sent by email each morning of Book Club. Please confirm that the Project Explore office has your most current email address.Project Explore Fall 2026 -
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Bookkeeping CertificateCareer & BusinessDo not register here. Please click Register now! How do you manage the finances of a business? Whether you are an entrepreneur, running a family business, or just looking to advance your career and add to your skill set, this Bookkeeping Certificate will provide you with the knowledge needed to measure, and manage, the financial health of your business. This program focuses on cash basis accounting. No one will care more about the financial health of your business than you! It’s imperative that you understand how the process works and are able to complete the accounting cycle accurately and in a timely fashion. Even if you plan to outsource your bookkeeping needs, you should still understand how the process works. No one should be clueless when it comes to the finances of their business. Register now! Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and a very productive way to learn. Millions of people are learning online each year. After you register, you will be given a web address with easy-to-follow instructions to get into your virtual classroom. You may participate any time of day or evening with online reading, listen and see presentations, and complete self-quizzes. You will engage with the instructor and other participants. You will get to know your instructor and other participants. You may make friends. It’s easy. It’s fun. Continuing Education Units (CEUs)/International Learning Units (ILUs) 4.8 Length 48 Hours Price $495.00 Register now!Adult Summer 2026 -
Build and Defend: Strategy Game Coding (grades 3-7)STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)Design and program your own tower defense style game while learning the fundamentals of programming. Using Construct 3, explore how game, frameworks work and practice coding concepts such as variables, events, conditions and loops Create paths, position defensive towers and program waves of enemies to challenge their defenses.Youth Summer 2026 -
Business Card Size Near Back Cover Print AdvertisingPartnership and Advertising OpportunitiesPlace display ads in District 196 Community Education’s catalogs. Ad reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve your ad space now, for all three seasonal catalogs, online or call 651-423-7701 with your advertising request and credit card information. As you know, there are many benefits of ad placement in our catalogs, which reach over 86,000 District 196 residents three times a year. District 196 includes the communities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Farmington and Empire and Vermillion townships. Recently, I compared our rates, distribution and shelf-life to other print advertising opportunities in our area, and we are still the ‘best deal in town!’ Business Card Size (placed where appropriate-four color) 6 available each season 2h x 3.5w” $250 per catalog Fall 2026 Catalog Artwork Due June 1, 2026 | Catalog Distribution begins August 17, 2026 Winter/Spring 2027 Catalog Artwork Due October 2, 2026 | Catalog Distribution begins January 4, 2027 Summer 2027 Catalog Artwork Due January 4, 2027 | Catalog Distribution begins March 16, 2027 Guidelines for Display Ads in District 196 Community Education Catalogs Content: Advertisers may determine the content of their ads, but the ads may not contain references to tobacco, firearms, religion/spirituality, or sex. To continue our non-profit bulk mailing status, ads may not promote credit, debit or charge cards, offer insurance policies or promote travel. Aesthetics: Advertisers may determine the design of their ads, but the ads must complement the overall design of the publication. In cases of questionable aesthetics, the Director of Community Education retains the right to determine appropriateness. Logistics: Advertisers are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the predetermined number of ad slots are sold. Community Education offerings will not be jeopardized in any way because of ads. Advertisers who offer programs in “competition” with Community Education will not be allowed to advertise. Advertisers may sign up for advanced ads up to one entire school year (three catalogs). Other advertising opportunities may made available throughout the year. Advertisers will pay at time of request for advertising space. Only credit cards are accepted. Please don’t hesitate to give me a call at 651-423-7701 should you have any questions.2026-27 Partnership and Advertising
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Business Intelligence Software CertificateCareer & BusinessDo not register here. Please click Register now! Gain insights into your data using business intelligence software – Power Business Intelligence. Power BI is a widely used business analytics service offered by Microsoft. Power BI Desktop is a complete data analysis and report creation tool that you install for free. Discover the process of creating interactive reports. Integrate financial, marketing, or any other source data in your accounting system, Excel, or on the Web. Streamline the data to what is needed using Power Query. Create charts, maps, and other visuals to see your data in real time. Delve further into Power Query to ETL (Extract, Transform and Load) your data. Build the Data Model using relationships and DAX (Data Analysis Expressions). Utilize Time Intelligence functions to view YoY or YTD reports. Add user friendly features to enhance your reports and analyze your results. Register now! Online learning is a fun, enjoyable and a very productive way to learn. Millions of people are learning online each year. After you register, you will be given a web address with easy-to-follow instructions to get into your virtual classroom. You may participate any time of day or evening with online reading, listen and see presentations, and complete self-quizzes. You will engage with the instructor and other participants. You will get to know your instructor and other participants. You may make friends. It’s easy. It’s fun. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) 4.8 Length 48 Hours Price $495.00 Register now!Adult Summer 2026 -
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Canva Creative ProjectsTechnology/ComputersUnlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and novices! Learn how to harness the power of Canva, the easiest design website available, all for free. Create stunning designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. Whether it's online documents, business cards, email signatures or more, leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva effectively and creatively.Adult Summer 2026 -
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