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  • Succulent Terrariums

    Cultivate your creativity as you immerse yourself in the world of succulents! Whether you’re a seasoned plant enthusiast or a beginner, this hands-on experience is the perfect way to bring a touch of nature into your home. We will guide you through the creative process as you customize your terrarium to your style. This workshop includes 2 live succulents, premium planting soil, colorful sand, vibrant gravel, and reindeer moss. Adorable items to decorate your mini garden such as sea glass, seashells, mini critters, fairies and gnomes will also be available. Take home plant care instructions will be provided.
  • Indoor Walk Program

    Sept 9, 2024 - June 5, 2025 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 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. *A walk program information letter that will include building closed dates and all other necessary information can be picked up at Tilden Community Center or a link will be in your email confirmation.
  • New! Bob Ross Method of Oil Painting

    Do you remember 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 (12 x 16“). Be amazed at how much fun and enjoyment this painting technique will give you! Bring a roll of paper towels and a supply fee of $15 payable to the instructor (Kristi accepts cash or Venmo). Please arrive 5-10 minutes early so class can begin promptly at 6pm. Tues May 6th 6pm-9pm “Aurora’s Dance” Tues June 10th 6pm - 9pm “Eagle’s View” Tues July 8th 6pm - 9pm “Quiet Blue Falls” Tues August 5th 6pm - 9pm “Mountain By The Stream”
  • Group Hypnosis: Weight Loss or to Stop Smoking/Chewing Tobacco

    Have you thought about how you will look and feel if you don’t curb your eating? Hypnosis can help you control your eating habits and stop cravings. Motivation to walk/exercise and stop cravings for sweets and pop. You may sit or lay down for the hypnosis part of the session. This weight loss seminar can pay for itself in one week! Are you ready to quit smoking for YOU, not because others are pressuring you? Stop immediately without withdrawal, cravings or weight gain. All behavioral changes must occur at an unconscious level to be lasting. Begin with an intro for all then you will separate into sessions for weight loss followed by stop smoking/chewing hypnosis. Reinforcement Flash Drives are available for an additional $15. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a pillow and blanket (or sleeping bag). Conducted by Dr. Mary Fischer who holds a doctoral degree in clinical hypnotherapy with over five certifications in hypnotherapy. See www.hypnosisclinic.net
  • Let's Probate an Actual MN Estate

    In this class we will walk-thru (in depth) an actual Minnesota Probate Estate from the filing of the Application for Probate to the Final Accounts . . . and all the steps in between. Class participants will learn the entire process with current forms, Court and filing requirements, accounting and procedural steps, as well as the procedures for the sale and distribution of estate assets. We will also discuss the roles, responsibilities, and liabilities of a person who is appointed as the Executor/Personal Representative. The class will be filled with real-life examples and solutions to the multitude of issues involving a typical (or not typical) Minnesota Probate Estate. This class encourages questions: Is there a “reading of the Will”? What about personal items? Does the Executor get paid? What about estate bills and creditors? We will provide the answers. **This is a live zoom class. A link will be sent 1-2 days prior.**
  • Dazzling Neil Diamond!

    Hosted by Hastings Community Education and Hastings Area Senior Center. Todd Anderson will be bringing his Dazzling Neil Diamond tribute show to the Hastings Middle School stage. Experience Neil Diamond’s hits such as “Sweet Caroline” and “America” as Todd brings a celebration of this musical icon. This is a fun evening for participants of all ages! Advanced registration is required. The price includes a general admission ticket, seats are not reserved. Doors open at 6pm.
  • Stamp-a-Stack!

    Make 12 cards (3 cards of 4 designs each) with matching envelopes. Monthly Themes: May - Thinking of you, Sympathy, Get Well June - All Occasion July - All Occasion Aug - All Occasion Plan to give the instructor $25 for a card kit at class. Plan to bring your Essentials Kit (scissors, adhesives, & bone folder). If you do not have an Essential Kit, the instructor will have one available for purchase at class.
  • Landmark Tours - Travel Show!

    For 34 years, Landmark Tours has been providing the best guest experience possible. Their travel planning experts craft experiences like no other and their talented and caring Tour Managers bring the destinations to life. From popular domestic destinations such as Alaska and New York City to international adventures such as Taste of Italy, Kenya: African Safari or Greece & The Aegean Sea, Landmark's got you covered. To take the first step in learning more, pick up a copy of Landmark's beautiful, full color, 85 page catalog. Or you can find all of the details online at www.GoWithLandmark.com. Trip prices will vary! Come and join us for our Travel Show!
  • YouTube Channel Starter Kit: Launch in 60 Minutes

    Join our fun and engaging beginner class to learn how to create and launch your very ownYouTube 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 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.
  • Spanish for Travelers (Live Virtual)

    Embark on an exciting journey through the Spanish- speaking world- right from your home! This interactive, beginner-friendly LIVE virtual course is designed for adults eager to learn practical Spanish for travel. Our experienced instructors will guide you in practicing essential phrases for greetings, ordering in restaurants and asking for directions. With Futura’s dynamic, hands-on approach, you’ll stay engaged and have fun while building confidence for your next adventure. Ideal for both new learners and those with some prior experience in Spanish conversation.
  • Beginner Spanish Boost (Live Virtual)

    Kickstart your Spanish journey with this engaging summer course, perfect for beginners! Designed for those with little to no experience, you'll learn essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and practical phrases for everyday conversations. Through group discussions and break out conversation practices, you'll build confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish. Our experienced instructors will guide you in every step of the way, setting you up for continued success. By the end of the course, you’ll have the foundational skills to keep learning and speaking with confidence.
  • Leave It, Roll It, Take It: Options for Your 401K

    An educational program designed to help others learn how to handle their 401(k), pension or other employer-sponsored retirement plan when they leave a job. Participants will learn about: The most common distribution options How to avoid having the IRS withhold 20% of your retirement distribution How taxes, penalties and investment options factor into your decision
  • New! Fused Glass Tall 12” Garden Stake - $54 for 2 people

    Get creative with a friend and design your own fused glass garden stake - the perfect way to add a pop of color and personality to any outdoor space! Whether you go bold and bright or soft and whimsical, your handmade piece will be a beautiful addition to a garden, planter, or flower bed. No experience needed - just bring your creativity and a friend for a fun, art-filled experience! Each participant will hand-cut, design, and craft one 12” beautiful fused glass garden stake – perfect for adding a personal touch to the garden or planter. Artist: Theresa Charpentier. Over 20 years of fused glass, mosaic and stained glass artistry experience.
  • 10 REALLY IMPORTANT REASONS THAT YOUR PARENT’S ESTATE PLAN IS IMPORTANT TO YOU

    In this class we will take an in-depth review of many issues (and problems) that may be faced from our parents estate plan (or lack thereof) such as: creating a difficult Probate, loss of assets to the Nursing Home, fighting amongst the children, senior care issues, guardianship, privacy, the continued life of the surviving parent, estate tax protection, fairness and equality, legacy assets and the flow of critical information between the generations. With our 30 years of experience, we will discuss actual Minnesota examples of all of the above challenges and how they can be avoided in advance with some simple planning and exchange of information. All questions will be answered in an open and friendly forum. **This is a live zoom class. A link will be sent 1-2 days prior.**
  • Google Sheets for Awesome Beginners

    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! 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.
  • The A, B, C, & D’s of Medicare

    Are you aging into Medicare or assisting someone who is? Are you confused on how your Medicare benefits work? This workshop will cover plans A, B,C, and D of Medicare. It will provide you with a clear understanding of how Medicare works so you can make an informed decision on your healthcare needs and expenses. There will be a question and answer session at the conclusion of the workshop.
  • Creative Writing 101: A Beginner’s Guide

    You don’t need a degree in creative writing to be an exceptional writer and get paid for it! Anyone with a passion for writing can learn and develop their fiction and non-fiction writing skills. Whether you’re writing from your own life experience, creating new worlds, or informing readers about important information, this class will teach you about the different forms of creative writing, the top 10 creative writing tips for beginners, as well as how to brainstorm for new creative writing ideas, bring your words to life with engaging descriptions, develop your own writing style, and how to get paid for your creative writing. 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. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.
  • Comedy Writing: How to Be Funny on Paper and Stage

    Whether you need to make a dull work presentation more lively, mix laughter with learning in the classroom, or ultimately want to write for print/production or perform your own stand up routine, this fast-paced session will show you how to apply humor to all aspects of your life. You will learn the anatomy a joke, how to use your powers of observation to sharpen your wit, write different types of jokes, and use humor to entertain and influence people. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former stand-up comedian at places like The Laugh Factory in Hollywood, 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.
  • HOW TO RETIRE FROM THE ATTORNEYS PERSPECTIVE

    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: (i) Estate planning while working, during retirement and at the end of life, (ii) When to take your Social Security, (iii) Key financial products and services available in the market (Medicaid compliant annuities, Long Term Care Insurance, Life Insurance Long Term Care Riders), (iv) What to look for in a professional (Financial Advisor, CFP, RIA, Fiduciary)?, and (v) the final plans before the end – what can be too little too late? Please bring your questions, this class is an interactive forum. **This is a live zoom class. A link will be sent 1-2 days prior.**
  • Canva For Awesome Beginners

    Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and novices! This class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva, the easiest design website available, all for free. You'll learn to 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, you'll leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva effectively and creatively 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.
  • NEW! Rustic Dragonfly Fused Glass Class: Create a Nature-Inspired Masterpiece

    Join us for a fused glass class where you’ll design a stunning rustic dragonfly with a beautifully fused glass body! Perfect for garden decor, wall art, or a unique gift, this project blends earthy charm with vibrant glasswork to bring your dragonfly to life! No Experience needed - just bring your creativity and get ready to make something truly magical! Let’s fuse, create, and bring your dragonfly to life! Artist: Theresa Charpentier. Over 20 years of fused glass, mosaic and stained glass artistry experience.
  • Start Your Own Online Business: A Beginner’s Guide

    Looking for ways to make money online? Turn your ideas or homemade products into income by starting an online business. You will learn how to:find a gap in a niche market and fill it; build your own website, and market your business effectively (including SEO) so potential customers will find you; take care of business forms and taxes; create multiple sources of income (including Affiliate commissions). You’ll also get info about the 25 most popular online businesses to start. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/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.
  • Summer Puzzle Palooza!

    Gather your puzzle fanatic friends or family members! Join us Saturday, August 2nd for a puzzle tournament. Doors will open at 9am for coffee and treats. Teams of four will race to put together a 500 piece puzzle. All teams will put together the same puzzle which will be revealed that morning when the clock starts at 9:30am. The team that finishes first or has the most done when the timer ends wins bragging rights! We will provide the puzzle, coffee and a sweet treat. Your team gets to keep their puzzle! This event is open to teams of all ages. Register under one person’s name and then the person registering will answer a question of who the other three people are on the team. The team with the best theme will win a special prize! We will host a community puzzle exchange during this time. Spectators and tournament participants are welcome to bring a puzzle or two if you want to trade with others.
  • SO YOUR THINKING ABOUT LEAVING MINNESOTA, AN ATTORNEYS PERSPECTIVE ON HOW TO DO IT

    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 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. **This is a live zoom class. A link will be sent 1-2 days prior.**