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Roosevelt Elementary SchoolLaker KidsThe Detroit Lakes School Age Child Care Program (Laker Kids) was designed to meet the needs of the area families. Our primary goal is to provide a safe, happy, and enriching supervised environment for your child(ren) and provide activities for learning and fun with a limited amount of structure. The activities planned by the Laker Kids staff emphasize development of educational and recreational skills. Although space is provided for students to do homework, we will not emphasize academic skills. Activities include recreation and gym time, games, outdoor time, crafts and creative play.School Year 2024-2025 Laker Kids Site
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Rossman Elementary SchoolLaker KidsThe Detroit Lakes School Age Child Care Program (Laker Kids) was designed to meet the needs of the area families. Our primary goal is to provide a safe, happy, and enriching supervised environment for your child(ren) and provide activities for learning and fun with a limited amount of structure. The activities planned by the Laker Kids staff emphasize development of educational and recreational skills. Although space is provided for students to do homework, we will not emphasize academic skills. Activities include recreation and gym time, games, outdoor time, crafts and creative play.School Year 2024-2025 Laker Kids Site
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PopularSchool Readiness Application Fall 2025School Readiness ApplicationSchool Readiness Preschool Classes Link to view options and tuition costs here The school readiness preschool program is a 4 Star Parent Aware rated program for children ages 3-5 and all income levels. The teachers are licensed in education and early childhood. Applications are taken on-going. Watch for acceptance and enrollment information. Waitlists will be updated regularly. If you do not get accepted into your first-choice class please note you will automatically be placed on the waiting list.School Readiness Application Fall 2025
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ScubaAdult EnrichmentInstructor: Gary Thompson Enjoy the beauty of our underwater world! Certification is complete when you pass your open water exam (exam fees are NOT included). Minimum age to enroll is 12. Your fee includes the use of all necessary SCUBA equipment. Limit 10. Fee: $500Winter 2025
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Shake it off Saturday Family Open GymOut & About Adventures(Toddler/Preschool) Shake off those winter blues! Get out and have fun moving during some of the typically coldest days of the year! We’ll supply the space, music, and equipment. You bring the energy and shoes for the gym! Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Pre-register for one or all three sessionsWinter 2024-2025
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Shepherd's or Cottage Pie; Twice-Baked Stuffed Potatoes; Chocolate Stout CakeAdult EnrichmentInstructor: Tess Georgakopoulos Are you looking for something unique and memorable to serve this St. Patrick’s Day or a simple heartwarming meal that will hit all the notes of comfort and deliciousness especially during the cold days of winter? Do you enjoy the decadence of chocolate for dessert? Whatever the case, you will enjoy a wonderful new spin on the classic meal of Sheppard’s Pie Twice-Baked Stuffed Potatoes, and decadent Chocolate Stout Cake with a wonderful almost “froth-like” frosting for Dessert! Learn to create the instructors’ own delightful version of this decadence using unique ingredients that bring pops of flavor bursting with umami, added nutrition and memorable textures. Whether you choose to make theShepherd’s pie version with lamb, or the Cottage Pie version with beef, the end results will be mouthwatering and delicious. NOTE: The alcohol from the stout cooks off during baking, but substitution options will be provided. NOTE: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. This class will take place on Zoom, free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. Participants will also receive a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes in PDF format. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!Winter 2025
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Special EventsCommunity gatherings with engaging activities held at Lincoln Education CenterCategory
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Spring & Summer Sweet Table Treats: French Fruit Tart, Greek Phyllo Bougatsa Tart, & Cakesicles!Adult EnrichmentInstructor: Tess Georgakopoulos The hallmark of any spring or summer celebration is, undoubtedly, the dessert. Whether you are looking for something memorable to create for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or beyond, look no further. Join Chef Tess for one of her newest classes as she guides you through the process of creating three exceptional confectionary creations: a Classic French Fruit Tart, a version of a Greek Phyllo Pastry Tart called “Bougatsa”, and…CAKESICLES, a sweet treat that is the latest craze of a cake-on-a-stick! Popular desserts any time of year! NOTE: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class.Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. A professionally made PDF packet of the Instructors Personal Recipes from this class will also be received. Make it a date night or family night as you create lasting memories in your kitchen! This class will take place on Zoom, free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun! Equipment Needs: A Cakesicle Silicone Mold and Popsicle sticks will be needed to create the Cakesicles. Available at most craft stores, as well as online. Sticks are often included in the kit. A tart pan with removable bottom of any shape will be needed for the French Fruit Tart. More details will be included in the ingredient list.Winter 2025
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Sweethearts' Delights: Elegant Éclairs ; Paczki (Polish Doughnuts)Adult EnrichmentInstructor: Tess Georgakopoulos Valentine’s Day is most celebrated with sweets and chocolates gifted as an expression of love. Learn to make two dreamy mouthwatering sweets to share or give to your sweetheart, family, friends or loved ones on Valentine’s Day this year! During this class, you will learn to make a decadent French pastry known as a Chocolate Éclairs filled with pastry cream and covered in chocolate ganache, and another wonderfully rich yeasted desert knows as Paczki (Polish Doughnuts) filled with preserves or pastry cream. The steps for each dessert will be simplified so that any home cook will be able to create professional looking and tasting desserts for Valentine’s Day. Elements of these deserts will include, making the Choux pastry (Pâte à Choux), the sweet vanilla pastry cream filling and the ganache, in addition to making the wonderfully rich dough for the Paczki. Participants will also learning to cook and build each dessert to a level of excellence. Both deserts will make for a very special and memorable Valentine’s Day! Participants can chose to make one or the other, or both sweet treats, or simply watch to be able to make at a later time. Have your questions answered by the instructor, interact with other participants, and increase your confidence in the kitchen with each skill that is learned, and each little bit of advice and instruction that is shared. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation. A professionally made PDF packet of the Instructors Personal Recipes from this class will also be received. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun! Equipment Needs: Stand mixer is highly recommended, as it may be difficult to keep up with the kneading of the dough especially if making it for the first time. The dough is very rich, not your typical yeast dough. Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together.Winter 2025
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PopularToo Fun TuesdaysYouth EnrichmentInstructor: Kelli Hanninen Tuesdays are just too much fun! Take another 45 minutes for exploration and creation! Each afternoon we will explore a concept and use that concept to create a fun project. Concepts include: Sound, Gratitude, Morse Code, and Water Color. Bring your friends for all the fun! 6 class series Grades K-5Winter 2025
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Understanding Your Rollover OptionsAdult EnrichmentInstructor: Matt Ratchenski What do I do with my previous employers 401K? This seminar will review the different options that employees have for their employer-based retirement plans when leaving a company or retiring.Winter 2025
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PopularWiggles and GigglesECFE Parent & Child ClassesBeing pregnant or having an infant or toddler is both exciting and challenging! Feeding, soothing, sleeping, child development, safety, child and parent health, and additional discussions will be customized to questions and needs of families, along with time to play and explore. Specially trained nurses and dieticians from public health and guest facilitators will join ECFE. Staff for parenting support and guidance in healthy decision making and effective parenting through the joys and challenges of being a parent or caregiver. In partnership with Becker County Public HealthWinter 2024-2025
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PopularYoga for BeginnersAdult EnrichmentInstructor: Kelli Hanninen Expand your yoga practice with our Yoga Beginner class, perfect for those who have a basic understanding of yoga and wish to further their skills. This class is designed to help you build confidence, increase flexibility, and deepen your connection to your body and mind. Join us and take the next step in your yoga journey towards greater strength, flexibility, and inner peace. New Dates! Starting November 12-December 17Winter 2025
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Youth EnrichmentCategory