Hastings Community Education

Sept 18, 2023 - June 6, 2024 HHS upper level indoor track M-F: 6:00-7:00 AM and 3:00-10:00 PM*Sat: 8 AM - 3PM* $20 per person per school year $10 for Senior Center Members and Adult with Disabilities Program Participants Enter through the upper doors of the high school and enjoy a walk in a temperature controlled environment. Walk passes can be purchased online but participants must pick up a physical pass and have their driver’s license scanned for a raptor badge at Tilden Community Center. Passes are not issued at the high school. Dates are subject to change. Walking during the school day is not permitted because we do not have staff to supervise the area and high school students are using the track during the school day. Please have your pass available when you enter the high school as district staff may ask to see it for verification. *Walk program letter will include building closed dates and all other necessary information. Tilden Community Center will be open for Raptor badges Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm and Friday 7:30am-4pm. Guidelines Letter --> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fObwSFiJTXMMoC5j9rYV9NsqoB-DwBVK/view?usp=sharing

Mosaic is a style of art where an image is created by arranging different shapes into a pattern. Basically, mosaics taught us how to make the broken beautiful! During this creative class, you will adorn a 6” x 18” weatherproof panel to create a beautiful piece of garden or wall art. Several options of colorful precut stained glass, tile, mirrors, and glass gems will be available. Browse through ideas and patterns provided or create your own unique design. This class is perfect for all skill levels. No glass cutting or experience is required. All supplies and tools will be provided. Supplies and instructions to grout projects will be sent home with participants. (Glass and grout colors may vary depending on availability).

A vital part of every retirement or resettlement discussion involves the roadmap of issues that help us decide where we want to call home! Is it Taxes, the Political Landscape, the Weather, the location of Family assets, Debt or Income concerns in Retirement, Cost of Living, Health Concerns or . . . our Friends are already there! When should we start this discussion? Did you know many States do not tax Social Security, Pensions or other Qualified Retirement Income sources? Which are the worst states for Estate Taxes? How do we establish Domicile? How about the quality of medical resources and retirement facilities – who is good, who is not-so-good? All these issues will be raised and discussed in an open and friendly manner with questions encouraged. A zoom link will be emailed a few days before the start of class.

Sound baths is a therapeutic practice that uses sound to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. The crystal bowls and other instruments provide a soothing and meditative sound. The sound bath sessions create a calming and relaxing environment that helps to reduce stress, anxiety, and tension. Bring a yoga mat, blanket and water.

In this introductory class, you will make 3 mandala paint dotted pieces of artwork. Turn them into your choice of magnets, pins or pendants. All supplies and dotting tools are provided for use. Painting will be done in class. Sealing and finishing work of your mandalas will be completed by the instructor and your artwork dropped back off at class event location within 1-2 weeks. No experience necessary for this class. Just have fun! Background: Mandala dot art is a pattern that is created with many small colorful dots. The pattern itself is usually quite simple and is constructed of several geometrical figures. The center is a dot, which is a symbol considered free of dimensions. It is interpreted as the starting point, the beginning of contemplation, and devotion. From there, the dot is surrounded by lines and geometrical patterns that symbolize the universe, encompassed by the outer circle which represents the cyclical nature of life. It is considered to be a therapeutic art and reflects the artist’s soul.

Are you seeking opportunities to practice speaking Spanish? If so, this is the class for you! Instructors will engage participants each week with real-life conversation scenarios to encourage chatting and conversation. Conversation topics include 'un poco de todo' a little of everything and everyday Spanish. In this dynamic and hands-on class, participants will practice useful Spanish vocabulary and conversation components that can be applied to the home, workplace, travel, leisure, etc. Start speaking Spanish today! Open to new and previous Spanish conversation participants. Basic computer experience and the ability to access zoom is required. Option 1~ for beginner level participants Option 2~ for intermediate and advanced level participants *Please choose the option that best describes your skill level to be placed with participants for matching level conversation abilities and practices.

Join Denise, an American Heart Association certified instructor, to learn infant, child, and adult CPR. Denise will also cover AED and choking. This course meets the requirements for the BLS Healthcare Provider and related positions as well as childcare providers.

This course trains participants to give CPR (cardiopulmonary) resuscitation) and use an AED ( automated external defibrillator) in a safe, timely, and effective manner. Training is intended for non-medical participants.

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 being 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

Craig Coffman [$49/student] 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. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 13+. 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

Canva is the perfect digital tool for beginners and novices! Open up a world of possibilities by learning how to use the easiest design website available all for free. In this class you will learn how to create designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. From online documents, business cards, email signatures and more, you'll leave this class with a practical guide to use Canva with confidence! Please note that each 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.

Needing more space? Perhaps you are downsizing, transitioning, or want to feel freer in your own home. In this seminar, learn the S.T.A.R.S. method to help you assess what is right for you and gain knowledge and tools to simplify your space and achieve your goals. You will learn about Space Dreams, Faves & Imposters, repurposing Clutter Zones, and effective Tips by Room. Creating space saves you time, energy, and money. Join me to create the space you desire

Welcome to our magical art class where we will be exploring the world of reveal candles! We will be crafting unique candles, infused with your favorite scents, colors, and hidden surprises. With the addition of delightful charms into the warm wax, your reveal candle will transform into a stunning masterpiece as the flame slowly burns down and reveals the secret treasures waiting to be discovered within. The possibilities are endless, from sparkling jewels and glitter gems to adorable animals! At the end of this class, you will have a one-of-a-kind candle!

You work your whole career with the goal of someday retiring. This seminar covers the crucial years leading up to your retirement date, the active years of your retirement, and the winding down of your retirement years. Subjects will include: Estate planning while working, during retirement and at the end of life, When to take your Social Security Key financial products and services available in the market (Medicaid compliant annuities, Long Term Care Insurance, Life Insurance Long Term Care Riders) What to look for in a professional (Financial Advisor, CFP, RIA, Fiduciary)? The final plans before the end – what can be too little too late? Please bring your questions, this class is an interactive forum. A zoom link will be emailed a few days before the start of class.

Having a will is important for married couples, singles and divorced people. If you are without a will, the laws of Minnesota and a judge will make all the decisions regarding your estate. Don't let this happen. Learn about estates and wills, and prepare a legal will in class. Receive instructions and a professionally prepared form, have access to witnesses and a notary public. Prior to class, review the information forwarded to you. The will form is designed for individual use; couples cannot share this form (each person must register individually). Appropriate for people who have an estate of less than $2,000,000, including life insurance, and do not own a business.

Sound baths is a therapeutic practice that uses sound to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. The crystal bowls and other instruments provide a soothing and meditative sound. The sound bath sessions create a calming and relaxing environment that helps to reduce stress, anxiety, and tension. Bring a yoga mat, blanket and water.

You don’t need a journalism degree or previously published articles to write for anyone’s online blog, magazine, or website. Some opportunities offer exposure, while many pay well -- $1 a word and more. In this fast-paced session, you will learn how to: find ideas, sources, and more than 1,000 opportunities that pay, conduct interviews and create interesting content, protect your copyright, write query letters, and then use this credibility to sell other articles or even your self published novel. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Whether you’re looking to publish a paperback novel or short ebook now or in the future, this detailed tutorial will teach you step-by-step how to create an Amazon KDP account, format your manuscript and upload it to the platform, easily create a book cover from available templates, determine pricing and royalties, develop a sales pitch for your Amazon page, and write an Amazon author bio. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

The trust is a very popular component and tool to be used in our Estate Planning. However, there are a variety of vastly different Trust options to be used and the question arises: “Am I using the right Trust for my needs and goals?” Often used Trusts include: Living Trusts, Testamentary Trusts and Irrevocable Trusts, each serves a different purpose, each has a different result. One common problem that often needs addressing is the over-utilization of the Living Trust for goals or problems that it does not resolve. For example, “Does my Living Trust protect my assets against Medicaid and the nursing home?” The answer is probably not. The Irrevocable Trust and the Testamentary Trust each have their strengths and weaknesses as well. We will clearly define the strengths and weaknesses of these different types of Trusts and when to use them. Explore your goals and wishes to see where they fall in the realm of Trusts. Class encourages questions and we hope to provide answers that will set your mind at ease or assist you in the decision making in this area. A zoom link will be emailed a few days before the start of class.

Have fun with your friends and family and make your own 9x9 Plate or Bowl – Show your creative flair and bring your great ideas to life in this fun class. You will select special COE glass, hand cut and design your own plate or bowl. There will be lots of different types of colors and nuggets to make something special. Make your piece of art at class and pick up your treasure 1-2 weeks later. Supplies and tools provided. Just bring your creative ideas! Theresa Charpentier has over 20 years of fused glass, mosaic and stained glass artistry experience.

Desiring to live more simply? Care to break the cycle of clutter, save money, and help the environment? This seminar will teach you how to reduce the unnecessary input coming into your life to make room, time and energy for what is important to you. Learn how to remove pressure and accumulation in your physical space, digital space and mental load. Explore effective options to reduce input from others, understand how to shift the drive to buy in your own life, and take the challenge to begin today. Simplifying makes your life easier and creates real happiness.