District 196 Community Education

Join an informative discussion on issues significant to American foreign policy. Each evening features a skilled presenter with expertise in the topic and time allowed for diverse viewpoints, comments and questions. You are encouraged to read, although not required, the Great Decisions briefing book prior to the meeting, available to check out at the Galaxie Library. Free! Open to adults of all ages in all communities! No registration needed but is encouraged. For more information visit www.district196.org/ce or call 651-423-7925. Great Decisions is sponsored locally by District 196 Community Education and Dakota County Library and is coordinated by Global Minnesota, www.globalminnesota.org. Location: Galaxie Library, 14955 Galaxie Avenue, Apple Valley Dates: March 18, April 1, April 15, April 29 Time: 6-7:30pm Topics Include (dates vary on speaker availability): U.S Changing Leadership of the World Economy India: Between China, the West and the Global South AI and American National Security After Gaza: American Policy in the Middle East

Working remotely is now the thing. Why not add travel into the mix? Join thousands of individuals who are taking their work with them and hitting the road! Make your travels sustainable by earning a living as you travel. Professional traveler Gina Henry has been doing this for years and shares her wealth of knowledge. Get the “how to” of living on the road including downsizing, putting your stuff in storage, getting your mail, how to have a “physical address”, the RV lifestyle, timeshares, international living, long-term rentals, housesitting and more. Learn the best ways to set up your remote office and get quality wifi in your hotel, long-term rental, and out of your car or RV. Plus learn about the many remote jobs available. Gina Henry founded Go Global, Inc. 26 years ago and has been location independent and working remotely for the past six years traveling year round. Tuition includes instructors 70-page digital book "Work Remotely and Become a Digital Nomad” (a $39.95 value).

A relaxed and friendly open-forum seminar for participants with a seasoned will and trust attorney. Questions like: Should I avoid probate? Is a will good enough? Do I need a trust? How does my plan deal with the nursing home? How do we gift the assets of husband and wife? What about separate assets not of the marriage? If I am alone, what tools protect me best? How do I decide who should serve in my estate plan? What is the death tax? How do I avoid leaving a mess for my children? Which trust is best for my needs? Can I use a Transfer-On-Death Deed? How do my retirement assets operate in my will or trust? All questions will be answered!

Ever had a day where you can’t stop eating? Do you crave starches, snack foods and sweets, and find the more you eat, the more you want to eat? Is your snacking out of control? In this workshop, we will discuss a two-week plan that will stop your cravings (no kidding!), help you lose weight and help keep your insulin levels balanced. Overcoming carb cravings is not a matter of willpower, but a matter of biology. Learn how you can stop the vicious cycle of food craving and weight gain. No hype – just the facts.

Wake up your body with gentle yoga stretches for flexibility, then flow into Qigong healing movements and deep breathing to increase circulation and improve health. End each class exploring a variety of meditation techniques to relax the mind, improve memory and mental focus, while rejuvenating the brain. Begin the day with QiVitality! New students please come to first class ten minutes early for orientation. If the district cancels classes due to inclement weather, you will receive a Zoom link via email to attend class online.

Acupressure is an ancient healing art and self-help tool. It can offer great relief with no side effects and help you feel your best. Along with the specific points to help relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, irritability and even weight gain, learn the nine Master Pressure Points which are the most helpful and most frequently prescribed to help and assist every system in your body.

Learn about basic beliefs and practices of community members who practice the religion of Islam. Also, learn about the role of women and family, social justice, Shariah law and other topics. There is ample time for discussion and Q&A. Questions often come up due to the lifestyle of Muslims. There is curiosity, but no platform to ask and learn. This class strives to fill that gap.