Miss Jenny In line with our existing format, this class will continue to include children of various ages, with the added benefit of a focused time dedicated to 3-5 year olds. During this segment, parents engage with younger siblings or connect with one another, while our child educator will lead targeted school readiness activities with the older children. This structure supports developmental needs across age groups while providing enriching, age-appropriate experiences for all participants. Registration required. Please enroll parent/adult, and each child (including infants) who will attend.

Instructor: Jenn Johnson This course is a series of revisiting, or visiting for the first time, books taught as "Classics" in high school Lit courses. As a former, but still currently licensed, Literature teacher, I would present a class to explore the great American novels such as, The Great Gatsby, To Kill a Mockingbird, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Fahrenheit 45, The Scarlet Letter, The Catcher in the Rye and potentially pairing these with more contemporary novels which explore the same themes. For the first one, we'll be exploring The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, paired with Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue.

Instructor: Mary Johnson The B.E.S.T (formerly C.A.R.S) curriculum is a hybrid training. The online “Car Seat Basics” portion of the training takes about 1 hour to complete with a 10 question quiz at the end. The in-person portion will take approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour and function similar to a car seat checkup where the caregiver needs to demonstrate they can install their car seat with the facilitator's guidance. Proof of completion of the on-line portion must be provided at the time the in-person portion of the training takes place. No exceptions. Please note: the on-line portion must be completed no sooner than 30 days prior to the hands-on portion. https://www.cpsboard.org/trainings/car-seat-basics/ The B.E.S.T. in-person portion of the training will take place between the hours of 10am to 1pm on date specified. The B.E.S.T. facilitator, Mary Johnson, will email you the exact time that you will be scheduled during that time slot for your in-person portion. Therefore, registration will close 4 days prior to the training to allow exact times to be allocated. Please be punctual. If you fail to show up, you will have to register for the next training. Important: The expectation is that each person will be familiar with the car seat and vehicle used for the installation before arriving for in-person portion. Familiarity with the car seat and vehicle will help ensure that the in-person portion can be completed in a timely manner. Please note: B.E.S.T will no longer be using the Develop website.

Instructor: Mary JohnsonFor many pre-teens and teens planning on picking up jobs during the summer months, babysitting is one way to earn some extra cash. The American Heart Association offers this course to help individuals, 11 years of age and older, prepare for the responsibility of babysitting. Learn how to care for infants through school age children and perform tasks such as diapering, preparing simple meals, and dressing. In addition, the course offers ideas for toys and games to play with the children. With safety as the utmost important factor, learn how to handle emergencies and focus on safe care of infants and children. Handouts provided. Please bring a bag lunch.

ATTENTION: Class has been relocated to: the Laker Transition Building located at 1104 West River Road Instructor: Aryn Lill, The Blue Fox Grab your friends and family and gather to create a beautiful barn quilt pattern on a 14" x14" reclaimed wood pallet. Locally sourced by craftsman and farmer, Josh Reinitz of East Henderson Farm. Each paller has a unique quality. The wood is truly reclaimed, meaning each pallet will be completely individual and will have flaws, such as nail holes and small dings. The wood has been carefully selected, pre-sanded and assembled. All supplies included for chosen design. Choose one of the 7 designs when registering.PinwheelFlagFaded StarFriendship StarMarigoldHidden CrossBlue Cross To see photos of the 7 options, please go to the website below; https://www.thebluefoxclasses....

Cars have changed and so have the traffic rules, driving conditions, and the roads you travel every day. Some drivers, age 55-plus, have never looked back since they got their first driver’s license, but even the most experienced benefit from brushing up on their driving skills. You can expect to learn current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. You’ll learn adjustments to accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. This course meets the requirements for a discount from your insurance company. COURSE REQUIREMENT UPDATE: As of July 1, 2024, the 8-hour initial course for the 55 + Alive program in Minnesota has been reduced to a 4-hour course. The eight-hour course is no longer required for first-time participants. The class is held at the Laker Transition Building (1104 West River Road). Please enter the main doors located on the south side of the building.

Program Information Tuition is $325 and due at the time of registration. Tuition includes 30 hours of classroom and 6 hours of behind the wheel training. It is recommended students wait until they are 15 years old to take driver education. You must be at least 14½ before the start of class to register. When registering for drivers education, please DO NOT use your student's email. We must have the parent/guardian email attached to the registration. Attendance to all class meeting times is mandated by state law. If your student misses class, he/she will have to make up the day(s) missed, on our next available session. Entry of the e-card will not be submitted until classes are made up. Behind-the-wheel training is typically scheduled 6-8 weeks before a student plans to take their driving test. BTW training is scheduled directly with the instructors to fit student and instructor schedules. Students who do not show up for a scheduled BTW appointment will be charged $60. Cancellations must be made at least 12 hours before the scheduled driving time or you may be charged an additional $30. Below is a copy of the parent/student agreement for your reference. Driver Education Parent/Student Program Agreement 30 hours of classroom attendance is mandated by state law. If you feel you will not be able to attend all classes in this session, please let our office know and we will schedule you for a future session. Community Education reserves the right to charge $32 per hour for make-up of missed classroom time. Students who withdraw from the classroom session after class has started will forfeit $75 of their tuition. New e-Card System: The Minnesota Department of Public Safety has launched an e-Card system for driver's education, replacing the physical "blue" and "white cards". Students and parents will no longer need to track paper cards. Once students have completed the classroom time, including attendance to all hours and coursework, they will be added to the e-Card system showing they have completed the class and be eligible to take a learner’s permit test. . Students are eligible to take their driving test at age 16, after holding their learner’s permit for at least 6 months, completing a supervised driving log, and completing 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training. Behind-the-wheel training is typically scheduled 4–6 weeks before a student plans to take their driving test. BTW training is scheduled directly with the instructor to fit student and instructor schedules. When ready to schedule with an instructor, please call Carrie at 218-847-4418, #6102. Students who do not show up for a scheduled BTW appointment will be charged $32. Cancellations must be made at least 12 hours before the scheduled driving time or you may be charged an additional $32. Discipline PolicyWe expect all students to be courteous and respectful of others and to maintain a positive attitude towards self, teachers and fellow classmates. If students are being disruptive or off-task (that includes internet searches not related to driver education); 1st offense; verbal warning from the instructor. 2nd offense; the student's parent will be contacted, (via text message) and the parent must respond. 3rd offense; student will be dropped from the class permanently. All cell phones MUST be placed in the cell phone caddy. Students will receive it back at the end of class. What if I took the 30-hour classroom instruction elsewhere, and not with Detroit Lakes Community Education?Families who did not register and pay for the classroom training directly through Detroit Lakes Community Education can enroll in our behind-the-wheel program to be eligible to take their learners permit. If your child completed the 30 hours driving training in another community or an approved online organization, families can complete the behind-the-wheel with us. We know that option doesn’t work for everyone. If your family wishes to receive the behind-the-wheel locally with us, you can do so by providing a copy of the Letter of Completion to our office indicating the training has successfully been completed. Enrolling in our behind-the-wheel program applies only to those families who did not register and pay for the classroom training directly through Detroit Lakes Community Education.

Visit the Detroit Lakes Public Library for a night of stories and fun with the youth services librarian, Eliza, and staff from ECFE. Listen to stories, explore our kids' area, sign up for a library card, learn about 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, and more. Great for caregivers and families. Ages 0-6.

(infant, toddler, preschool) There will be activities with ECFE staff and explore the interactive Museum space! Information about activities at the museum and membership.

(Infant, Toddler, Preschool) Whether you are feeling cooped up or just want a place for you and your little ones to move, connect with us for Open Gym at the Boys and Girls Club gym! This is a fun, informal play time. Throw and bounce balls, jump through hula hoops, navigate cones, and more opportunities for moving. All children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver who will supervise and play. To protect the gym floor, children and adults wil need to switch from boots/street shoes into non-skid footwear for the gym. No stroller wheels in B & G gym. We will meet up at the Boy's & Girl's Club of Detroit Lakes! Use the entrance to the right as you face the building. 150 Richwood Road, DL

(infant, toddler, preschool) Ring! Ring! Ring! Calling all to meet at the Detroit Lakes Fire Station to see the fire trucks, fighter’s gear, learn about fire safety, and meet real firefighters! Little firefighters will get their very own hat from the firefighters to wear home. *Please pre register.

Instructor: Tess Georgakopoulos Cook-Along, Demonstration, & Presentation style class! Gather the whole family and join in the fun Baking and Building your very own show-stopping gingerbread house from scratch during this festive Family Bake-along experience. Together, we will combine the wonderful flavors of gingerbread and use the dough to create the pieces that will be used to “build” breathtaking houses. We will also whip up the perfect batch of stiff Royal Icing—the edible “glue” that holds everything together and is used to decorate the houses with candies and delicious treats. Participants will receive a professionally made PDF ingredient list and prep packet a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping and preparation. The packet will also include the Instructor’s “Gingerbread House Specific” Recipe that she has tested time and time again to ensure the cookie pieces are delicious but strong enough to hold the weight of the icing and decorations. A template that will need to be printed and cut out before class to be used as a “pattern” will also be included. Whether you are starting a new family tradition, or continuing a beloved one, this cozy, joy-filled experience will leave everyone smiling, and maybe sneaking a few gumdrops. By the end, participants will have built not just a stunning work of art, but sweet memories to last a lifetime!

Instructor: Young at Art Co (Kirstin Bird) Join our five-week Hand Building Pottery Course designed for adults looking to explore the art of creating unique ceramic pieces by hand. Each session will include demonstrations and hands-on practice, allowing you to develop your skills while unleashing your creativity. Whether you're a beginner looking for a creative and fun new hobby or looking to refine your skills, this course offers a supportive environment to express yourself through clay. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is necessary. There will be no pottery wheel involved in this course.

Instructor: Gary Thompson This class covers the basic fundamentals of handgun use and possession, as well as gun regulations as they apply in Minnesota and other states. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an endorsed certificate, allowing you to apply for your permit with your local sheriff. Participants must be at least 18 years of age in order to apply for the permit. Please bring your own handgun, 30 rounds of ammunition, and protective and ear wear to the outdoor range qualification shoot immediately following the classroom training. Your fee includes range fees, one-on-one coaching, information packet, certificate of completion, quick reference wallet card, and a target. Guns are available to rent for an additional $30 fee. Please call Tri-State diving 218-847-4868 to register and arrange a time directly with the instructor (Tri State Diving 28300 Little Floyd Lake Road.)

Instructor: Mary JohnsonHeartsaver courses are intended for individuals who have a duty to respond to a cardiac emergency because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements. This includes teachers, fitness trainers, corporate workers, restaurant employees, coaches, parents, and anyone who wants to learn how to do CPR and give first aid. The Heartsaver CPR AED course is hands-on and covers adult, child, and infant CPR, and use of the AED (Automated External Defibrillator). Included in the course is relief of choking. Heartsaver First Aid provides first responders with training in basic first aid procedures, including the first aid skills recommended by OSHA. This course covers first aid basics, medical emergencies, injury emergencies, and environmental emergencies and is for non-healthcare professionals. This class will include adult, child and infant CPR/AED plus first aid. NOTE: (This class does not meet the DHS requirement for center based child care providers. )

Sparkly and joyful, a magical time of the year when ECFE is transformed into Santa’s workshop! You and your child can create gifts for someone special, play games, explore activity areas, and enjoy a snack your child helps to make. Santa will be ready by the fireplace to visit and have a picture taken with your child. No Pre Registration! Thursday, December 11, 5:30-6:45 pm Friday, December 12, 10 am -11:15 am

Instructor: Craig Coffman, 480-243-7713 (office), 602-750-3173 In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+. Topics include: How chords work in a song How to form the three main types of chords How to tune your guitar Basic strumming patterns How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) How to play along with simple tunes

Instructor: Craig Coffman, 480-243-7713 (office), 602-750-3173 In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 13+. Topics include: How chords work in a song How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it How to form the three main types of chords How to handle different keys and time signatures How to avoid “counting” How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords