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  • Support Infinite Possibilities in the District 196 Community

    Your donation to Community Education will help an individual in need to participate in a quality learning activity. Select the denomination of your choice. You will receive an email confirmation upon completion of the donation. Thank you for your support of learning in District 196.
  • Velvet Tones

    The Velvet Tones, the Apple Valley-based senior community choir, will begin rehearsals on Thursday, September 7th at 3:30 PM at Grace Lutheran Church in Apple Valley. This non-auditioned choir is welcome to anyone 55 years or older who loves to sing and be part of a wonderful community. Interested members are invited to attend a rehearsal. Music will be provided. The Velvet Tones perform approximately twice a month throughout the year for audiences at festivals, senior living homes, veterans homes, schools and churches. Visit our website at www.velvettones.org or contact Director Julie Berninghaus at velvettones@gmail.com or 612-229-7363. The Velvet Tones are sponsored by Grace Lutheran Church, the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, the Minnesota Arts Board, the American Legion and the Apple Valley Senior Center.
  • Eagan Women of Note

    Eagan Women of Note is a community-based choir composed of a diverse group of women of all ages. Women, ages 18 and older, who enjoy singing are welcome to join. You do not need to live in Eagan and no audition is required. Rehearsals are Monday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm, September to May, at Falcon Ridge Middle School in Apple Valley and Blackhawk Middle School in Eagan. The choir performs at various venues, such as community events and senior centers, and performs concerts in December and May. New members are accepted in September and January and dues are $75 per semester. For information on scheduling a performance, go to www. www.eaganwomenofnote.org and click the “Book Us” link. If you are interested in joining us go to www.eaganwomenofnote.org and click the “Join Us” link. For more information email eaganwomenofnote@gmail.com. Eagan Women of Note is supported by District 196 Community Education and Eagan Parks and Recreation.
  • South of the River Community Band

    Now in its 30th year, the South of the River Community Band is a 60 to 65 member inter-generational band. Teens through older adults are welcome. No auditions are required. Rehearsals are Sunday afternoons, September to May, from 4:30-6pm at Black Hawk Middle School (BHMS), 1540 Deerwood Drive in Eagan. Band members enjoy playing and performing an assortment of music, including marches, Big Band, classical, popular, jazz and more. Performances are presented throughout the year, including summer concerts in parks. Members are asked to purchase a band shirt to wear at concerts. if you would like to join please go to our website and read the information on the "How to Join" page. For more information about the band or upcoming concerts, visit www.southoftheriverband.org Supported by District 196 Community Education.
  • Community Education Gift Certificate

    Give the gift of learning! Purchase a gift certificate for a friend or family member and share the love for learning! Gift certificates can be purchased in a variety of denominations and can be used for any aquatics, adult, youth or Early Childhood Family Services class. Call the Community Education office (651-423-7920) for more information. To purchase a gift card: 1. Select an amount from the drop down list. 2. Select YOUR NAME from the list when asked "Choose who is going to attend". 3. Enter the name of the recipient of the gift certification on the following screen. 4. Select your delivery method (email, U.S. mail or pick up)
  • Valley Winds Community Band

    The Valley Winds is a new community band from Apple Valley serving the south metro. Their mission is to give adults an outlet for performing a wide variety of quality wind band literature with excellence and have fun doing it. Further, the Valley Winds provides an opportunity for individual musical expression and growth among the membership. The band practices Wednesday nights from 7:00-9:00 in the Falcon Ridge Middle School Band Room at 12900 Johnny Cake Ridge Road. Valley Winds will perform several indoor and outdoor concerts during the year. For more information or to join this exciting new group, please contact director Tedd Gullickson at teddggullickson@gmail.com
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    Certificate in Mastering Excel

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! A must-have skill to succeed in business, whether an entrepreneur or a valued employee, is the ability to create, edit and manage spreadsheets. Microsoft Excel is the most used spreadsheet tool in the world. Begin with learning how an Excel worksheet is constructed, populated with content, and edited for delivery. Discover how various menu items, commands, settings and processes affects the look of your Excel worksheets and workbooks. Then, increase your efficiency by learning how to organize, display and calculate your data into useful information. Identify different types of data and how data can be best visually represented or formatted, by using different data tool techniques. Finally, you’ll learn a variety of Excel’s most powerful features to analyze data quickly and easily. This Certificate will help you discover how to attractively visualize your data into meaningful information with confidence. 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 go 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!
  • Social Media For Business Certificate

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! Get in on this exciting and growing way to communicate, market and serve your customers and clients. For businesses, nonprofits, government, and other organizations. From Facebook to Twitter, blogging, YouTube, LinkedIn, and more, discover the new principles of communication that apply across all networks and how these specific social networks work and the possible uses for your organization. Learn how social networks are used to develop a two-way communication and marketing strategy for your organization. Then find out what you can be doing, what you should be doing, and take back a plan to integrate social networks into your communication and marketing. Whether you are new to social networks or already involved, you will come away with both an understanding of social networks and practical, how-to techniques to integrate social networks into your organization or business. Your instructors are outstanding practitioners who also speak, write, and train others on social networks. 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 go 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!
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    Bookkeeping Certificate

    Do 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 go 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!
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    Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! Every successful person in the workplace utilizes financial information to aid effective decision making. The Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers explains the financial concepts and accounting processes used in most businesses and will provide practical techniques that will increase your effectiveness and career. First, get a foundation to understand the seven steps in the accounting cycle and use financial information in decision making. Come away with the knowledge to analyze resource allocation and evaluate financial performance. Then find out what you need to know about cash. Cash is the non-financial manager who really makes a difference in the day-to-day cash activities. Discover how to maximize cash flow, learn the importance of cash and find out your role in cash flow success. Finally, acquire advanced knowledge on the financial information that drives your organization. See how business reports are assessed and analyzed. An understanding of this information will help you make smart decisions when it comes to budgeting, setting goals, and assessing performance within your own area of influence. 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 go 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!
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    Certificate in Data Analysis

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions. Add a whole new skill set to your portfolio, and make a big difference in the success of your organization by acquiring data analysis skills. Begin with getting a basic understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting. Then learn how many of your business decisions involve comparing groups for differences. Discover the statistics behind these group differences and relationships. Finally, find out how to perform inquiries that will be useful to your business or organization, and have the skill necessary to communicate these results through graphs and text that your fellow employees will understand. Whether your business is home-based or a large company, this certificate will take you to the next level where important decision-making is concerned. 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 go 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!
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    Certificate in Leadership Development

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! Especially geared for future leaders in the Gen Y generation (born 1980-1999), the certificate provides how-to practical information on advancing your leadership potential and making a difference in both the workplace and in society. Find out what it takes to become an effective leader. Discover your style of leadership. Discuss task completion, building relationships with your subordinates, becoming socially perceptive to changes in the workplace, utilizing your emotions in a positive and effective manner, and addressing challenging goals. Then learn the unspoken secrets that leaders know and the strategies they employ/exhibit in for influencing others. Leadership skills are acquired and learned. You can become a leader if you know the do’s and don’ts; what to say, what not to say; what to do, what not to do. At the end of completing the three course certificate, you will come away with a new understanding, new toolbox of leadership skills, and the information to move your leadership development into high gear. 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 go 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 $395.00 Register now!
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    Certificate in Learning Styles

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! New research and information is coming out frequently now about how your learners - and you - learn. Here’s what we know. In the last century, you taught everyone equally by teaching them the same. But we know we each learn differently. So in this century, you teach everyone equally by teaching them differently. In this Certificate in Learning Styles, you get the most advanced information about the three most important and most prevalent characteristics you experience with your participants: generation, gender, and the autism spectrum. Your instructors are some of the foremost authorities in the world on these subjects. They write, and speak around North America, on learning styles. 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 go 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 $395.00 Register now!
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    Digital Marketing Certificate

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! Get a fundamental yet advanced introduction to eMarketing, including improving email promotions, analyzing your website traffic, doing search engine optimization and how to successfully employ online advertising. Relevant for any type of organization, including businesses, companies, non-profits and government agencies. No eMarketing experience or expertise is necessary. If you are already at an advanced level, your instructors are experts and can provide the latest most advanced information and answer your toughest questions. 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 go 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!
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    Graphic Design Software Essentials Certificate

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! The Adobe software tools are the leading software for graphic design. Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. Use Illustrator to draw shapes and design logos, flyers, posters, banners, business cards or any other vector graphics for print or web. Adobe InDesign is the industry standard page-layout program that works with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop seamlessly. InDesign allows you to create simple to complex multi-page documents such as brochures, flyers, books and magazines. Use Adobe Photoshop to effectively work with selection and editing tools, layers, and masks to edit, retouch and enhance existing images or create your own composite digital art work. Access to the Adobe software tools required. 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 go 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. Price $545.00 Register now!
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    Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate

    Do not register here. Please click Register Here! Six Sigma professionals are in strong demand by organizations around the world. On the front-lines of Six Sigma efforts are Green Belts. LERN’s Green Belt training teaches participants problem-solving skills, using the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) model. After completing this challenging course, Six Sigma Green Belts serve their organizations as a trained specialist able to work on Six Sigma projects that benefit the organization. Although not required, participants are strongly encouraged to have a project during the course. The instructors and mentors work closely with the class to not only teach the material, but to guide candidates as they work projects. Six Sigma professionals are in strong demand by organizations around the world. On the front-lines of Six Sigma efforts are Green Belts. LERN’s Green Belt training teaches participants problem-solving skills, using the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) model. After completing this challenging course, Six Sigma Green Belts serve their organizations as a trained specialist able to work on Six Sigma projects that benefit the organization. Although not required, participants are strongly encouraged to have a project during the course. The instructors and mentors work closely with the class to not only teach the material, but to guide candidates as they work projects. Register Here! 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 go 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!
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    Supervisory and Leadership Certificate

    Do not register here. Please click Register now! Your employees are your most valuable resources. Ensuring the efficiency of your team is the key to your success and is your most important responsibility. Get practical, easy to understand, and insightful methods for new and even experienced supervisors and managers. Learn about effective delegation, performance management, and writing performance reviews. Discuss the specifics of the supervisor's role and responsibilities, and strategies for improving your overall effectiveness as a leader. Take home practical information along with tips and techniques that can be applied at your job immediately. 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 go 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) 3.2 Length 32 Hours Price $395.00 Register now!
  • Walk Until Your Heart's Content

    Join your friends and neighbors in a safe, warm, dry environment and walk to your heart's content. Start your program when you wish and exercise as often as you like. It's the perfect workout plan! Where do I walk? Dakota Hills Middle School (DHMS), Rosemount Middle School (RMS) or Valley Middle School (VMS). Registration allows you access to all three schools. When do I walk? On your first visit, receive a schedule including all three locations listing skip dates, an identification badge to be worn while walking and a walkers' map of the school. Facilities are open Monday through Thursday, 6:00-9:30 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon, except on skip dates, when other activities or school vacations conflict with the walking schedule. How do I participate? Preregistration is required. What is the cost? Fee is $19/person, $25/couple*, or $29/family. *Residing at the same address.
  • Yarn Gathering - Free!

    Join others who enjoy knitting or crocheting! Drop in on Monday nights and feel welcomed by a group of like-minded people. Bring your current project, join in the conversation, see what others are making, and view new patterns and ideas. There is no fee and reservations are not required. You may come and leave as you desire. Other yarn art participants are welcome, too!
  • QiVitality

    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 10 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.
  • Spring Forest Qigong Practice

    Practice Qigong healing movements and meditation techniques to increase vitality, improve health and well-being. Learn and practice a variety of Qigong, breathing, meditation, health and wellness techniques. Each class begins with gentle healing movements and breathing followed by meditation to relax the mind, improve memory and mental focus while rejuvenating the brain. Sorry, no discounts apply. Attend class live online and receive a playlist with all the class video recordings. Practice anytime as often as you like throughout the 5 week session.
  • Great Decisions

    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 12, 26, April 9 and 23 Time: 6-7:30pm Topics Include (dates vary on speaker availability): Mideast Realignment Science Across Borders NATO's Future Understanding Indonesia
  • Work Remotely and Become a Digital Nomad

    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).
  • Highland Guitar Ensemble for Adults (ages 18+)

    Do you love to play classical guitar in a group setting? Join this unique ensemble for weekly rehearsals to play and perform a variety of music scheduled throughout the year. Intermediate to advanced level music reading skills are recommended. No auditions. Bring your six-string classical guitar and plan to join the fun!