Edina Community Education

An all-level Mat Pilates class that is a full-body, low-impact workout that will make your muscles long and lean. Designed to help you live your best life, this class focuses on injury prevention, pain reduction, and working smart. In true Pilates style, it helps students create balance between smaller, underused muscles and the bigger muscles by learning to relax the overused, larger muscles and engage the smaller muscles. It also teaches the how and why of the exercises, body awareness, body mechanics, and efficiency in motion. This is mainly a strength-building class with some stretching. This is a hybrid class so you can attend in person, join online via Zoom, or a combination of both! Meet Kaethe here: Kaethe Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Are you struggling with your neurodivergent child, dreading the battles, the homework, the meltdowns? Do you tense up at the idea of more pressure and parent calls? It doesn’t have to feel like that! Join me for a 4-week online session designed to give you the tools and mindset shift to address expectations and emotionality to find more peace at home. Sarah Van Slyke is the parent of two neurodivergent young adults and a passionate advocate for valuing the skills and talents of these exceptional kids. She has navigated schooling (public, private, home), healthcare and parent care as her children grew and is eager to share her experiences and hard-won lessons in a group for parents looking to support their differently wired kids. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Join a committed crew of woodcrafters where a myriad of experienced woodworkers, hobbyists, and beginners work side-by-side on personal and community projects. Our woodshop is well-equipped with all the major power equipment and hand tools you are likely to need to complete your projects as well as a finishing room for painting, varnishing or oiling. The Monday through Friday morning session Open Shop has a long tradition of volunteer monitors and mandatory breaks. The price-per-session for M-F morning shop reflects a commitment by woodworkers to volunteer as a monitor 3-4 times each quarter. This is not optional: if you register for M-F Open Shop, expect to monitor. And expect to take a 10am coffee and treat break! Afternoon and evening/weekend Open Shop registrants have paid staff monitors and are not expected to volunteer nor are breaks mandatory. This is reflected in a higher price-per-session so we are able to compensate our staff monitors appropriately. We have moved to a quarterly calendar to allow participants to easily take a quarter off if they are traveling or unable to commit to the previous longer season length. This also allows us to naturally build in 4 skill building weeks throughout the year. **PLEASE NOTE: We encourage you to attend the first day of your open Shop session. This is in order to meet one another and confirm that participants are up to date with all our woodshop expectations, protocols, and monitor roles. Note - All Open Shop participants must: have completed our pre-requisite of Woodworking Fundamentals : Woodshop Orientation or will have completed it before they attend open woodshop. be able to work independently (or with a PCA) Helpful suggestions: Bring a pencil. Ear and eye protection provided, but we encourage you to bring your own. Bring a hair tie if you have long hair You might find an apron useful. Avoid loose clothing and jewelry The Community Woodshop exists for learning and community-building. Commercial production for sale or profit is not consistent with our goals and mission and is not allowed.

Join a committed crew of woodcrafters where a myriad of experienced woodworkers, hobbyists, and beginners work side-by-side on personal and community projects. Our woodshop is well-equipped with all the major power equipment and hand tools you are likely to need to complete your projects as well as a finishing room for painting, varnishing or oiling. The Monday through Friday morning session Open Shop has a long tradition of volunteer monitors and mandatory breaks. The price-per-session for M-F morning shop reflects a commitment by woodworkers to volunteer as a monitor 3-4 times each quarter. This is not optional: if you register for M-F Open Shop, expect to monitor. And expect to take a 10am coffee and treat break! Afternoon and evening/weekend Open Shop registrants have paid staff monitors and are not expected to volunteer nor are breaks mandatory. This is reflected in a higher price-per-session so we are able to compensate our staff monitors appropriately. We have moved to a quarterly calendar to allow participants to easily take a quarter off if they are traveling or unable to commit to the previous longer season length. This also allows us to naturally build in 4 skill building weeks throughout the year. **PLEASE NOTE: We encourage you to attend the first day of your open Shop session. This is in order to meet one another and confirm that participants are up to date with all our woodshop expectations, protocols, and monitor roles. Note - All Open Shop participants must: have completed our pre-requisite of Woodworking Fundamentals : Woodshop Orientation or will have completed it before they attend open woodshop. be able to work independently (or with a PCA) Helpful suggestions: Bring a pencil. Ear and eye protection provided, but we encourage you to bring your own. Bring a hair tie if you have long hair You might find an apron useful. Avoid loose clothing and jewelry The Community Woodshop exists for learning and community-building. Commercial production for sale or profit is not consistent with our goals and mission and is not allowed. You might find an apron useful. Avoid loose clothing and jewelry The Community Woodshop exists for learning and community-building. Commercial production for sale or profit is not consistent with our goals and mission and is not allowed.

Join a committed crew of woodcrafters where a myriad of experienced woodworkers, hobbyists, and beginners work side-by-side on personal and community projects. Our woodshop is well-equipped with all the major power equipment and hand tools you are likely to need to complete your projects as well as a finishing room for painting, varnishing or oiling. The Monday through Friday morning session Open Shop has a long tradition of volunteer monitors and mandatory breaks. The price-per-session for M-F morning shop reflects a commitment by woodworkers to volunteer as a monitor 3-4 times each quarter. This is not optional: if you register for M-F Open Shop, expect to monitor. And expect to take a 10am coffee and treat break! Afternoon and evening/weekend Open Shop registrants have paid staff monitors and are not expected to volunteer nor are breaks mandatory. This is reflected in a higher price-per-session so we are able to compensate our staff monitors appropriately. We have moved to a quarterly calendar to allow participants to easily take a quarter off if they are traveling or unable to commit to the previous longer season length. This also allows us to naturally build in 4 skill building weeks throughout the year. **PLEASE NOTE: We encourage you to attend the first day of your open Shop session. This is in order to meet one another and confirm that participants are up to date with all our woodshop expectations, protocols, and monitor roles. Note - All Open Shop participants must: have completed our pre-requisite of Woodworking Fundamentals : Woodshop Orientation or will have completed it before they attend open woodshop. be able to work independently (or with a PCA) Helpful suggestions: Bring a pencil. Ear and eye protection provided, but we encourage you to bring your own. Bring a hair tie if you have long hair You might find an apron useful. Avoid loose clothing and jewelry The Community Woodshop exists for learning and community-building. Commercial production for sale or profit is not consistent with our goals and mission and is not allowed. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Create beautiful painted mandala stones—relaxing, fun and perfect as gifts or décor. No painting experience needed; just bring your imagination and leave with finished pieces and new skills! _____________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

What is Marquetry? Marquetry is the craft of creating intricate designs and images by inlaying thin pieces of wood veneer. Often called “painting with wood,” it transforms natural grain and color into richly detailed compositions. This class will introduce marquetry techniques and help participants develop the skill needed to create marquetry projects. We will: 1) Cut veneers using a bandsaw 2) Use the rotary drum sander to get the marquetry piece 4) Cut the pieces by hand using a scrollsaw 5) Sand shade the veneers 6) Glue the marquetry pieces onto a substrate, 7) Sand the final piece, and 9) Apply topcoat finish. In order to register for this class you must have taken our Edina Woodcrafters Fundamentals class, formerly Edina Woodcrafters Orientation. __________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952 _________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

During your Paperweight Glass Discovery, you will work one-on-one with a professional glass instructor to make a solid glass globe sculpture. Our instructors will explain the safety, equipment, and tools that glassblowers use every day to create their art. Participants will have the glassblowing process demonstrated and explained to them, and then one at a time will be coached through the steps of creating a beautiful, colorful paperweight of their own. This hands-on process will include collecting color onto the surface of molten glass and shaping it with a variety of specialty tools while sitting at the glassblower’s bench. Not comfortable with some of the steps or equipment involved in hot glass making? Fear not, our instructors will adapt to your level of comfort in the hotshop to ensure a wonderful experience. Due to hot glass needing to be cooled at a slow rate over at least 12 hours, completed pieces will be ready for pickup the week following your Glass Discovery. Please note that although you will be glassblowing, this class does not require placing mouths onto the glassblowing pipes since the sculpture is solid and requires no air. No experience required and all materials are provided. ___________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Step onto the floor and experience the fun of line dancing with this workshop of the popular line dances: Electric Slide, Cha Cha Slide and the Cupid Shuffle. No partner needed for an entire evening of dance! ___________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

NEW look at Pilates. Balance, stretching, Myofascial movements and strengthening. Class design based on Reformer/Cadillac using barres & small equipment. Challenging for all level. Please bring your own band if you have them. Meet your instructor Joan Nimerfroh here: Meet Joan Please note that April 9 and April 16 have been removed and the price reflects those changes. _________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

***This course is intended for educational professionals and not available for members of the general public.*** South View is proud to share the great work of Edina Public Schools in carrying out its mission of being a dynamic learning community delivering educational excellence and preparing all students to realize their full potential. South View was one of eleven middle schools recognized as a School of Distinction by the Association for Middle Level Education. This distinction is a reflection of South View’s progressive work around developing agency and belonging for all learners. We will continue to be a model for what it looks like to be a responsive, challenging, empowering, equitable and engaging middle school. One of the ways we continue to grow is by hosting site visits. Sponsoring space and time for other sites and programs to learn and share effective practices builds on our teacher efficacy. There is so much value in learning in the context of an actual school day. Some schools come to see the flexible learning spaces, others want to see how daily flex time and advisory works, but all schools learn about instructional practices that put learners at the center so each and every student can reach their full potential and thrive. Registration Note: If you are not attending but registering others from your district, you will need to first create an Eleyo account if you don't already have one. Second, you will select yourself as an "attendee" but that is strictly for email receipt processing. You will include the names and emails of the actual attendees after this step. Attendees will receive a confirmation directly from the event coordinator before the site visit. For further assistance, call 952.848.3976

Try the trending art of punch needle embroidery. Learn the basics as you work on this project. Take home the essentials to create more. $18 material fee to be paid in cash the day of class. ______________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

In this five day series, participants will learn qigong forms to support dynamic well-being - calming the mind and cultivating soft strength in the body. Our daily practice will include breathwork, meditation, active practice (can be performed seated or standing), and acupressure massage - rooted in the traditions of 5 Element Qigong. Qigong is an excellent practice for managing stress, improving circulation, supporting joint mobility, and integrating well-being into our daily lives. This virtual series allows you to practice in the comfort of your home. No previous qigong experience required - open to all individuals. Click here to learn more about Scott: Scott Stafford _________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

American Red Cross First Aid and CPR "blended" learning format. Participants will do online learning on their own to prepare for the in-person class session. Hands on skills will be taught and assessed in the in-person portion of the class. Once registered, you will receive an email directly from the Red Cross regarding the online portion of the class. Upon successful completion of the course you will receive a "digital certificate". ___________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org phone: 952-848-3952

Join Christi Siver for an engaging and enlightening evening of discussion around topics relating to international security and international humanitarian law. Christi Siver: is a Professor of Political Science at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University. She did her undergraduate work at Lewis and Clark College in Portland, OR, her Masters in International Relations and International Economics at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, and her Ph.D. in political science at the University of Washington. She teaches courses on international relations and international security. Her current research interests include international humanitarian law, military technology, and comparative law. She is a member of Global Minnesota and one of our esteemed Great Decisions speakers as well. ______________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Join us for a hands-on culinary experience that brings the comfort and joy of a traditional Indian meal to your own kitchen. In this class, you'll learn to prepare a satisfying three-course menu filled with bold flavors, vibrant colors, and wholesome ingredients—perfect for sharing with family or friends. We’ll guide you through each dish step by step: Vegetable Cutlets with Green Chutney – Crispy, golden patties made with mashed vegetables and warming spices, served with a zesty herb chutney. Puri with Potato & Vegetable Curry – Puffy, deep-fried breads paired with a hearty and comforting curry full of potatoes, peas, and aromatic masalas. Shrikhand – A sweet, creamy yogurt dessert infused with cardamom and saffron,and topped with nuts for a refreshing finish. Whether you're new to Indian cooking or looking to expand your repertoire, this class offers a flavorful, feel-good journey through one of India’s most beloved home-style meals. Come ready to roll, spice, and savor! ___________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Step into the vibrant kitchens of North India in this interactive cooking experience. Together we’ll prepare three comforting, flavorful vegetarian dishes: Rajma, a hearty red kidney bean curry simmered with warming spices; Matar Paneer, a classic dish of peas and paneer in a spiced tomato-onion gravy; and Tofu Bhurji, a plant-forward twist on scrambled paneer, full of bright herbs and spices. In this class, you’ll learn essential Indian cooking techniques—like building a masala base, balancing spices, and creating depth of flavor with simple ingredients. Along the way, we’ll talk about the nutritional benefits of spices, legumes, and plant-based proteins, and how to bring these wholesome, satisfying meals into your weekly cooking routine. Whether you’re new to Indian cooking or looking to expand your skills, this class will give you the confidence to recreate authentic, delicious North Indian dishes at home. This class will take place in our Family and Consumer Science classroom at Southview Middle School. You will be working at kitchen stations preparing your own dishes in small groups. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Discover the art of making soft, flaky, and flavorful Indian flatbreads in this hands on cooking class! From everyday staples to festive favorites, you’ll learn to create a variety of breads that pair perfectly with curries, dals, and other Indian dishes. Riku and Namrata will teach you to make: Naan: Soft, leavened bread cooked to perfection with optional garlic butter. Stuffed Parathas: Delicious whole wheat flatbreads filled with spiced potatoes (Aloo Paratha) and paneer (Paneer Paratha). Laccha Paratha: A flaky, multi-layered bread that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Learn essential techniques like kneading, rolling, and cooking on a skillet or tawa, plus tips to achieve authentic textures and flavors. Whether you're new to bread-making or a seasoned cook, this class will equip you with the skills to recreate these beloved breads at home. Join us for a flavorful journey through the world of Indian flatbreads—you’ll leave with confidence and recipes that are sure to impress! ___________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Discover the nourishing power of lentils in this hands-on vegetarian cooking class designed to inspire and energize your home cooking. We’ll guide you through three flavorful, plant-based dishes that are as comforting as they are nutritious. On the Menu: Moong Dal Chilla with Tofu filling – A savory, protein-rich pancake made from green moong lentils, crisp on the edges and filled with seasoned tofu Indian-Style Lentil Soup – A warming red lentil soup infused with aromatic spices like cumin, ginger, and turmeric—healing, hearty, and full of flavor Khichri – A beloved one-pot meal of rice and lentils, delicately seasoned and deeply satisfying served with yogurt raita —ideal for cozy nights or wholesome family dinners. Learn foundational techniques like soaking and cooking lentils, tempering spices, and building layers of flavor from simple ingredients. Whether you're new to lentils or looking for creative ways to use them, you’ll leave with skills and recipes you’ll want to make again and again. Come hungry to learn, cook, and fall in love with the simplicity and versatility of lentil-based meals! This class will take place in our Family and Consumer Science classroom at Southview Middle School. You will be working at kitchen stations preparing your own dishes in small groups. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

This theater opportunity is a partnership with the Edina Senior Center. Please meet at Sidekick Theater in Bloomington for an afternoon of good food and lots of humor! The address is 11411 Masonic Home Drive, Bloomington, MN 55437. There is no transportation for this event. The $51 cost of this event includes lunch and admission to the show. Tickets are not assigned. You will pick your seat when you arrive to the theater. "Birthday Candles: This poignant and funny Broadway hit, about the extraordinary moments that make up one woman’s ordinary life, explores the highlights and heartbreaks of 100 years in just 90 minutes. “For my money, Birthday Candles is precisely why people go to the theater.” – Chicago Tribune WEEKDAY LUNCH MENU Creamy Chicken Breast, with Roasted Red Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Coleslaw, Dinner Rolls, Assorted Desserts, Coffee, Hot Tea (Special dietary meals available by request ahead of time.) Click on this link for more info about Sidekick theater and the "Perfect Wedding" show. Sidekick Theater Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org phone: 952-848-3952

Think you might be interested in playing with precious metals and fire, but not ready to commit? This one-night class is perfect for you (and your friend). Come make a simple pendant and try your hand at soldering, texturing and bezel setting. No experience necessary. About Tai Salisbury: Tai works as a full time goldsmith and instructor and has been teaching jewelry making skills for almost 20 years. She teaches silver fabrication with a strong focus on fundamentals, stone setting, casting, stone cutting, wire wrapping and more. For more information please visit www.salibenne.com. ___________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Join John Hanson, Owner/Maker of Longfellow Soap Company, in a 2-1/2 hour class to learn how to make soap using the cold process method that has existed for thousands of years. John has been making soap for fifteen years and has been selling soap and teaching classes for twelve. Over 500 people have taken his classes and his YouTube video has been seen by over 775,000 people. He has been called the “Bob Ross” of soap making by over 450 people, which he considers an honor. Each student will receive a copy of his teaching manual that includes an ingredient list, equipment list, his recipe, method for making soap, and sources for essential oil, ingredients, and equipment. You will also receive three bars of soap to take home. This is a demonstration/lecture class as lye is used in making soap. ___________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952