Edina Community Education Services

"Spending more time with my grandchildren" is often high on the list of what people want to do in retirement.  Finding the balance between doing that and all the other things on the bucket list can be tricky, in particular if  your family lives nearby.  This class will discuss ways you can balance what may feel like demands on your time and how you want to spend it, with an emphasis on time with your grandchildren.

As you and your parents age, there is some inevitability that you will assume a caregiving role. Many find themselves in a situation where they feel as if they are acting as parents to their parents. Open communication and conversation well in advance of inevitable aging issues can help keep you from parenting your parents. This class will provide suggestions to open discussions about age-related topics with your parents, as well as what information you will need to have from your parents in order to assist them through the later stages of their lives.

Twos are growing up at high speed, so they require guidance and limits as they set out to try everything in sight. Our classrooms are set up to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, create, build, problem solve, communicate and socialize. Children gain confidence, trust, and independence as their parents separate for a facilitator led parenting time which focuses on parent generated topics including eating, toilet learning, separation anxiety, and language development as well as other relevant topics. Each class provides many opportunities for your child to develop social and problem solving skills while the two of you enjoy some uninterrupted high quality play and learning together time. You will also leave with new ideas and activities that reinforce the weekly classroom activities and parent education. Your child must be age 2 years old by 9/1/19. A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

Twos are growing up at high speed, so they require guidance and limits as they set out to try everything in sight. Our classrooms are set up to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, create, build, problem solve, communicate and socialize. Children gain confidence, trust, and independence as their parents separate for a facilitator led parenting time which focuses on parent generated topics including eating, toilet learning, separation anxiety, and language development as well as other relevant topics. Each class provides many opportunities for your child to develop social and problem solving skills while the two of you enjoy some uninterrupted high quality play and learning together time. You will also leave with new ideas and activities that reinforce the weekly classroom activities and parent education. Your child must be age 2 years old by 9/1/19.One day per week includes parenting; one day is independent preschool.  For sections #0002-3, #0002-4 parenting day is Tuesday For sections #0002-5 and #0002-6, parenting day is Wednesday A $50.00 non refundable registration fee will be included with your initial registration.

Taking the Edina High School in-school ACT exam in Spring or Summer 2019?  This class will help you prepare.  Learn specific strategies for the ACT, tips for content areas of reading and natural science, and frequently tested principles of math and grammar.  We do a lot of test practice, and question and answer sessions. Tuition includes the Official ACT Prep Guide. Taught by Nancy Quinlan.

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, you will learn the Nine Master Pressure Points which are the most helpful and most frequently prescribed to help and assist every system in your body.

Create this wire wrapped cabochon ring.  It’s simplicity give it a wonderful classic look.  For a fee of $8.00 instructor provides all materials to make this ring in either silver tone or copper tone.  Please bring•Round nose pliers •Flat nose pliers •Wire cutters •Nylon nose pliers (optional – but very helpful. Limited number provided in class)

If you have always wanted to try ballet but never had the chance to take lessons, or you wanted to get back into it, this class is for you! Learn the basics of ballet alongside other adults to gain strength and flexibility, improve posture and balance, and reduce stress in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Note: Please wear ballet shoes (if possible) and comfortable clothing.Visit our website  http://midwestballetmn.wixsite.com/mwsb