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    1st Time & 1st Gen Homebuyers: MN Grants & Funding Essentials

    You can own your own home. In this class we will review the process of buying a home from A-Z as well as discuss unique funding that is only available to YOU- a first-time home buyer. With one program, it is possible to buy a home for as little as $1000 of your own funds. You are generally a first-time buyer if you have not owned a home in the past 3 years. ___________________________________________________________ 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
  • Adults with Disabilities: My Choice, My Art, Me

    Join us for this vibrant and inclusive art experience tailored to every skill level! In this engaging series, each participant will create up to 2-3 unique artworks using an array of mixed media of their choice-from bold acrylics and paint markers to expressive pastels and color pencils. With a cozy and person-centered class size limited to 6, you'll receive lots of one-to-one support and the freedom to choose your inspiration: whether it's your beloved pet, a mouth-watering dessert, or a favorite vacation spot-special requests are warmly welcomed. Have fun, grow your confidence and creativity, all while learning more about you! Each student or their guardian is required to have a conversation with Candice Simpson, the instructor, prior to the class start date. This will allow her to learn about the students' individual needs/circumstance. She will reach out to each student prior to the start date. Please note that the guardian will remain on site in the welcome area of the Edina Community Center building. There is a couch area with high counter workspaces for you to use. The welcome area is right next to the classroom in the event that a student needs assistance. Students attend class on their own, thereby fostering their independence and unique sense of creativity. This class is designed for adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities and neurodiverse individuals. 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 note that the price listed in the print catalog is an error. The correct price is $25.
  • Air Fryer Veggies

    Using an Air Fryer to cook vegetables is quick—and the healthy results are delicious! In this live online class Kirsten will demonstrate a variety of recipes using in-season local and/or commonly available vegetables including Lemon Pepper Broccoli, Miso Sesame Kale Chips, and Roasted Sweet Potatoes. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards so you can cook along at your convenience. Check out what Kirsten's online cooking classes look like here:Farm Fresh Feasts - YouTube ___________________________________________________________ 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
  • Apéro en français

    Practice your French while you enjoy a (non-alcoholic) drink with guidance and gentle correction from an Alliance Française instructor. Meet in the atrium on available Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 pm and bring your own nonalcoholic beverage. For students with some French experience. _______________________________________________________________________ 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
  • Apéro en français

    Practice your French while you enjoy a (non-alcoholic) drink with guidance and gentle correction from an Alliance Française instructor. Meet in the atrium on available Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 pm and bring your own nonalcoholic beverage. For students with some French experience. _______________________________________________________ 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
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    Beginning Mah Jongg for EPS employees

    You've seen Abbe Blacker and her Mah Jongg students in the atrium of the Edina Community Center and you've been wondering when you get a chance to learn how to play this popular game. Look no further! Abbe has created a special class just for EPS staff. She has enjoyed meeting so many of you who stop by with questions about this addictive game. Join Abbe to learn the basics of Mah Jongg from a pro. Let your Mahj journey begin. Remember that your Edina Public Schools Employee discount of 20% applies. 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
  • Beginning Mah Jongg: April

    This introductory course to American Mah Jongg will teach you everything we’ve learned to love about the wonderful world of “MAHJ” - the snacks, the chat, and of course the game! In this four-part beginning series you will learn the basics, be able to ask questions, and get plenty of practice. Soon you will master this exciting and challenging game of skill, strategy, and luck. Mah Jongg is an excellent way to bond with family and friends, create community, and keep you quick on your toes! No equipment needed, just pull up a chair and join us! 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
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    Beginning Mah Jongg: April

    This introductory course to American Mah Jongg will teach you everything we’ve learned to love about the wonderful world of “MAHJ” - the snacks, the chat, and of course the game! In this four-part beginning series you will learn the basics, be able to ask questions, and get plenty of practice. Soon you will master this exciting and challenging game of skill, strategy, and luck. Mah Jongg is an excellent way to bond with family and friends, create community, and keep you quick on your toes! No equipment needed, just pull up a chair and join us! 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
  • Beginning Mah Jongg: Daytime Bootcamp

    New to Mah Jongg! Why not try this fun 4-day bootcamp. You'll be ready to play with the best of them after you take this course. __________________________________________ 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
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    Beginning Mah Jongg: Daytime Bootcamp

    New to Mah Jongg! Why not try this fun 4 day bootcamp. You'll be ready to play with the best of them after you take this course. _________________________________________________________ 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
  • Beginning Mah Jongg: May

    This introductory course to American Mah Jongg will teach you everything we’ve learned to love about the wonderful world of “MAHJ” - the snacks, the chat, and of course the game! In this four-part beginning series you will learn the basics, be able to ask questions, and get plenty of practice. Soon you will master this exciting and challenging game of skill, strategy, and luck. Mah Jongg is an excellent way to bond with family and friends, create community, and keep you quick on your toes! No equipment needed, just pull up a chair and join us! 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
  • Brush & Bond

    A painting class can be a delightful and memorable way for women to celebrate together. This step-by-step process will guide you to finish an acrylic canvas 8" x 10" flower bucket. Your colors, your style! My intention is to give boundary pushing experiences that help you to reconnect and interact openly with yourself and or with a loved one. Celebrating a milestone birthday or need a good Mothers' Day gift. Bring your friends or bring your mom and do art together. ________________________________________________________________________ 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
  • Building Strong Communication in Any Relationship

    One of the most important factors in any successful and long-lasting relationship is communication. This class will provide insights into our own and other people's behavior. You will get a formula to successful communication in existing relationships, relationships with your family, friends, and at work . You will learn ways to prevent or resolve conflicts in relationships. Yana Stockman: Yana Stockman An International Clarity Coach/ Keynote Speaker. She has a Master's in psychology. She has taken courses from schools like Wharton, and Yale and has been coached by world-known leaders in the Personal Development industry. She is coaching on 4 continents and helps entrepreneurs, women, and immigrants declutter their headspace and organize their heart space by finding a balance between professional success and personal well-being. HER MESSAGE: - by coaching I help Find Clarity & Simplicity in the moment of challenge & transition to make effective decisions and achieve goals. ________________________________________________________________ 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
  • Car Care Basics with the Lift Garage

    If you are saving for your first car, are a new driver or simply want to feel more empowered when you walk into a car repair shop, this class is for you. Participants will be equipped with basic tips to feel more confident on the road and under the hood. Instructor will give honest advice for how to purchase a used car, how to find a repair shop and basic tips for taking care of your vehicle. We’ll review car dash lights, learn to check fluids under the hood and talk through the important steps of jump starting your car. This class is focused on safety and cost-savings. the Lift Garage is a non-profit aimed to move people out of poverty and homelessness by providing low-cost car repair, free pre-purchase inspections, and honest advice that supports our community on the road to more secure lives. We are grateful for their partnership for this DIY course. 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 & Discuss Vivre Vite by Brigitte Giraud

    For students with an advanced level of French who can read and discuss a novel in French. Discover French contemporary literature. Winner of the renowned Prix Goncourt in 2022, Brigitte Giraud’s Vivre Vite is a thoughtful look back at the details leading to the accident that killed her husband 20 years earlier. Using moving and precise language, she wonders what could have happened differently to prevent this tragedy; and was it part of their destiny from that start? Book not included in class price; available for purchase at a special rate at La Boutique at Alliance Française. ___________________________________________________________ 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
  • Discovering SoulCollage®

    SoulCollage® is a fun and meaningful process that blends collage-making with personal exploration. Using images from magazines, you'll be able to collage two cards during our time on the way to creating your own unique deck, where each card represents a different aspect of yourself. This expressive process combines images, imagination, and intuition and is open to anyone; no previous art experience needed. Come and be drawn in by the images, guided on how to read your cards, and be surprised at the synchronicity and insights that emerge! ____________________________________________________________________ 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
  • Fast Family Meals

    Bring the family together around the dinner table with quick and satisfying meals. Perfect for busy nights, these dishes are packed with flavor and made with simple, everyday ingredients. In this live online class Kirsten will demonstrate Creamy Taco Soup in a pressure cooker, Turkey-stuffed Peppers or Vegetable Lasagna in an air fryer, and more! Handout will include additional recipes for inspiration, and class will be recorded so you can rewatch at your convenience. Join Kirsten and unlock the secrets to creating fast family meals that are as quick to prepare as they are to disappear from the plate! Check out what Kirsten's online cooking classes look like here: Farm Fresh Feasts - YouTube ________________________________________________________________ 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
  • French for Travelers

    Are you planning a trip to a French-speaking destination? Get ready for your trip and learn the basics of French with an Alliance Française instructor in our French for Travelers crash course! This class is for you if you have never studied French before. Booklet 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
  • Great Decisions: Between China, the West, and the Global South.

    Great Decisions: Between China, the West, and the Global South | China, the West, and the Global South are reshaping the global stage—but how does it affect your future? During this GD Coffee Hour we will explore the shifting dynamics of power, trade, and technology between these regions and why their relationships matter to you. From the impact on jobs and innovation to human rights and climate action, we'll dive into the global ripple effects of these evolving alliances Andrew Latham: Andrew Latham is Professor of International Relations and Political Theory at Macalester College, Saint Paul, MN; Non-Resident Fellow, Defense Priorities, Washington, DC; Senior Fellow, Institute for Peace and Diplomacy, Ottawa, CDA; and Opinion Contributor, The Hill, Washington, DC. Professor Latham’s primary scholarly interests are in the areas of international relations and political thought. He regularly teaches courses on international security, Chinese foreign policy, regional conflict in the Middle East, regional conflict in the Asia-Pacific, medieval political thought, US foreign policy, and conservative political theory. His most recent publication is Theorizing Medieval Geopolitics: War and World Order in the Age of the Crusades. He has also published a novel about the Third Crusade entitled The Holy Lance. The Great Decisions program provides background information and policy options for the eight most critical issues facing America each year and serves as the focal text for discussion groups across the country. The Great Decisions program was created by the Foreign Policy Association. The mission of the Foreign Policy Association today, as it has been for over 100 years, is to serve as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding, and informed opinion on U.S. foreign policy and global issues. Through its balanced, nonpartisan programs and publications, the FPA encourages citizens to participate in the foreign policy process. This program is brought to the community through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center, the Edina Library and Edina Community Ed. The Friends of the Edina Library and Global Minnesota have graciously co-sponsored this program. ______________________________________________ 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
  • Great Decisions: Coffee Hour

    Great Decisions is one of our most popular free adult events. NEW this winter we are offering a Great Decisions Coffee Hour at FRGMNT cafe in Eden Prairie. Some of your favorite Great Decisions speakers have agreed to moderate these informal discussions. It will be a much smaller group and a more informal setting than the Monday night series at the Edina Community Center. Since this coffee hour takes place at a coffee shop participants are strongly encouraged to purchase a coffee or pastry. FRGMNT is located on the ground floor of a modern office building. There are seating areas for larger groups of people spread out around the space, unlike a Starbucks where people are in close proximity to each other. If you have any other questions about this fun and interesting opportunity, please email heather.larson@edinaschools.org Please look for other important info about this experience in your course confirmation email. The dates, times, speakers, and topics are listed here: February 8, 2025, 8:30-10am | Todd Lefko moderates U.S Leadership and the World Economy: Todd is President of the International Business Development Company, brings 35+ years of experience in international relations, specializing in import-export and new technologies. He has published over 700 articles as a columnist for Rossiske Vesti and is on the editorial board of the Russian Historical Reporter. Todd has taught thousands of students at Minnesota universities and lectured globally, from Russia to China. A founder of Global Volunteers and Chair of East-West Connections, Todd’s academic background includes a BA in History, MA in Public Administration, and studies at Harvard. March 8, 2025, 8:30-10am | Robert Scarlett moderates U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy with a focus on Latin America: Robert is in charge of special projects for Hunter Scarlett Consulting. He has a background in international manufacturing & distribution as well as international NGO work. Fluent in English, German, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese. April 5, 2025, 4-5:30 pm | Christi Siver moderates AI and American Security: Christi 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 master's 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.AI and American Security: The AI revolution is the leading edge of a larger high-tech revolution which promises to transform the world. Experts argue that international cooperation is needed to expand the opportunities these new technologies hold while protecting societies from their dangers. What are the key policy debates in this area, and what are the opportunities and limits on global AI rules of the road? How will the AI revolution impact American national security? What are its policy options to secure the benefits of AI and guard against its dangers? May 3rd, 2025, 4-5:30pm | Jay Shahidi moderates The Future of NATO and American Security: Jay Shahidi: Mehr “Jay” Shahidi is free-lance international affairs researcher, lobbyist, public speaker, consultant, human rights activist as well as a business owner. Jay has taught Great Decisions Courses for Global Minnesota and Foreign Policy Association since 2005. He is the Advocacy Chair and past president of the United Nations Association of USA, the Harold E. Stassen Chapter in Minnesota which is part of the United Nations Foundation. He also served on the National Council of the organization for three years and in 2019 was presented its Arnold Goodman Lifetime Achievement Award for 54 years of concerted advocacy of the UN mission and for his tireless humanitarian efforts. Jay has been an active member of Amnesty International and Minnesota Peace Project and has done citizen lobbying at all levels of government in US for over 51 years. ______________________________________________________________ The Great Decisions program provides background information and policy options for the eight most critical issues facing America each year and serves as the focal text for discussion groups across the country. The Great Decisions program was created by the Foreign Policy Association. The mission of the Foreign Policy Association today, as it has been for over 100 years, is to serve as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding, and informed opinion on U.S. foreign policy and global issues. Through its balanced, nonpartisan programs and publications, the FPA encourages citizens to participate in the foreign policy process. This program is brought to the community through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center, the Edina Library and Edina Community Ed. The Friends of the Edina Library and Global Minnesota have graciously co-sponsored this program. ______________________________________________ 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
  • Great Decisions: International Cooperation on Climate Change

    International Cooperation on Climate Change | The 2015 Paris Agreement established a UN-sponsored framework for negotiations on climate change and global warming. In subsequent COP meetings, experts and political leaders have come together seeking common cause for this growing global crisis. What is the future of these efforts, and what have they yielded? What is the U.S. role in fostering cooperation on climate change? In a divided country, what are the possible futures for American policy leadership? Todd Lefko: Todd Lefko is an expert on Public Policy. In addition, he is a distinguished Bush Fellow and a member of the Russian American Business and Culture Council. Todd Lefko: Todd is President of the International Business Development Company, brings 35+ years of experience in international relations, specializing in import-export and new technologies. He has published over 700 articles as a columnist for Rossiske Vesti and is on the editorial board of the Russian Historical Reporter. Todd has taught thousands of students at Minnesota universities and lectured globally, from Russia to China. A founder of Global Volunteers and Chair of East-West Connections, Todd’s academic background includes a BA in History, MA in Public Administration, and studies at Harvard. The Great Decisions program provides background information and policy options for the eight most critical issues facing America each year and serves as the focal text for discussion groups across the country. The Great Decisions program was created by the Foreign Policy Association. The mission of the Foreign Policy Association today, as it has been for over 100 years, is to serve as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding, and informed opinion on U.S. foreign policy and global issues. Through its balanced, nonpartisan programs and publications, the FPA encourages citizens to participate in the foreign policy process. This program is brought to the community through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center, the Edina Library and Edina Community Ed. The Friends of the Edina Library and Global Minnesota have graciously co-sponsored this program. ______________________________________________ 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
  • Great Decisions: The Future of NATO & European Security

    Great Decisions: The Future of NATO & European Security | European security is more uncertain than it has been for decades. Putin’s Russia has launched a war with Ukraine on its doorstep, and America’s uncertain role as leader of NATO and security provider has been called into question with the failure of Congress to pass supplemental military support for Ukraine. What are Europe’s options, and how might developments on both sides of Western Europe – in Ukraine and across the Atlantic – impact its choices? What are America’s stakes in NATO and Europe’s strategic dilemmas? Rick Olson: Rick Olson is a retired professional with a variety of educational and life experiences. He has worked as an economist, an attorney, a certified financial planner, an agricultural loan officer, an agricultural cooperative president, a State Representative in Michigan and a public-school business manager. He obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Stanford Law School and completed the coursework in two Ph.D. programs (Agricultural Economics and Education Administration), but declined to write a thesis in either, so he is not a Ph.D. An avid traveler, he has been in 48 countries and in all 50 of the United States. He has flown to the Nakivale Refugee Settlement in Uganda three times since February 2020 to guide a non-profit organization he founded to assist the refugees at Best Future School (and now at four such learning centers). He has also led the effort on three Rotary International Global Grants for refugee settlement camps in Uganda. He is now also involved in support of the efforts of Sustainable Cambodia. He currently resides in Prior Lake, Minnesota, USA with his wife of 54 years, a retired school superintendent, and is the father of two boys, ages 45 and 43. Rick is also an adventurer, having climbed Mt. McKinley in Alaska in 1977, riding his bicycle across the USA in 2016, did a 19-day trek to the Base Camp of Mt. Everest in 2017, and climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania in 2019. He led Rotary International tours through Eastern Europe in 2019 and again in 2022. Most recently he has completed the Camino de Santiago in its entirety. The Great Decisions program provides background information and policy options for the eight most critical issues facing America each year and serves as the focal text for discussion groups across the country. The Great Decisions program was created by the Foreign Policy Association. The mission of the Foreign Policy Association today, as it has been for over 100 years, is to serve as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding, and informed opinion on U.S. foreign policy and global issues. Through its balanced, nonpartisan programs and publications, the FPA encourages citizens to participate in the foreign policy process. This program is brought to the community through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center and Edina Community Ed. The Friends of the Edina Library and Global Minnesota have graciously co-sponsored this program. ______________________________________________________________ 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
  • Great Decisions: U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy

    Great Decisions: U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy: Under President Biden, the U.S. has advanced new ideas about trade, technology, industrial policy, competition with China, and the organization of the world economy. For most of the postwar era, the U.S. has tied its global leadership to cooperative agendas aimed at creating a more open-world trading system, but that has apparently come to an end. What are America’s options and opportunities as a leader of the world economy? How will America’s “foreign policy for the middle class” and strategic competition with China impact its leadership role? How can the postwar rules and institutions of the world economy be made safe for economic nationalism and great power competition? Rick Olson: Rick Olson is a retired professional with a variety of educational and life experiences. He has worked as an economist, an attorney, a certified financial planner, an agricultural loan officer, an agricultural cooperative president, a State Representative in Michigan and a public-school business manager. He obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Stanford Law School and completed the coursework in two Ph.D. programs (Agricultural Economics and Education Administration), but declined to write a thesis in either, so he is not a Ph.D. An avid traveler, he has been in 48 countries and in all 50 of the United States. He has flown to the Nakivale Refugee Settlement in Uganda three times since February 2020 to guide a non-profit organization he founded to assist the refugees at Best Future School (and now at four such learning centers). He has also led the effort on three Rotary International Global Grants for refugee settlement camps in Uganda. He is now also involved in support of the efforts of Sustainable Cambodia. He currently resides in Prior Lake, Minnesota, USA with his wife of 54 years, a retired school superintendent, and is the father of two boys, ages 45 and 43. Rick is also an adventurer, having climbed Mt. McKinley in Alaska in 1977, riding his bicycle across the USA in 2016, did a 19-day trek to the Base Camp of Mt. Everest in 2017, and climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania in 2019. He led Rotary International tours through Eastern Europe in 2019 and again in 2022. Most recently he has completed the Camino de Santiago in its entirety. The Great Decisions program provides background information and policy options for the eight most critical issues facing America each year and serves as the focal text for discussion groups across the country. The Great Decisions program was created by the Foreign Policy Association. The mission of the Foreign Policy Association today, as it has been for over 100 years, is to serve as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding, and informed opinion on U.S. foreign policy and global issues. Through its balanced, nonpartisan programs and publications, the FPA encourages citizens to participate in the foreign policy process. This program is brought to the community through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center and Edina Community Ed. The Friends of the Edina Library and Global Minnesota have graciously co-sponsored this program. ______________________________________________________________ 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
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    Intermediate Tarot - The Major Arcana

    Dive into the rich symbolism of the Major Arcana cards and discover new ways to deepen your tarot understanding through meditation, journaling, and structured study. Ideal for those who completed the Easy Tarot class or have some basic tarot experience, this class focuses on building a strong foundation for exploring each card in depth. We'll wrap up with a brief introduction to tarot spreads, but our primary focus will be on the Major Arcana. Please bring to class a Rider-Waite-Smith Universal Tarot deck. This is not an oracle or angel card 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