Chisago Lakes Community Education

Kickstart your Spanish journey with this engaging summer course, perfect for beginners! Designed for those with little to no experience, you'll learn essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and practical phrases for everyday conversations. Through group discussions and break out conversation practices, you'll build confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish. Our experienced instructors will guide you in every step of the way, setting you up for continued success. By the end of the course, you’ll have the foundational skills to keep learning and speaking with confidence. * This is a Live Virtual Class, you will be able to interact with the instructor. An email with login information will be sent prior to class. Be sure you have a current email on file with us.

Natural fences constructed of shrubbery, tall flowers, and clumping grasses are attractive and environmentally friendly. These living fences add an eye-catching way to define your property boundaries, while also adding pollinator plants that serve as effective privacy screens. Good fences make for good neighbors….and good habitat! Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications, and several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists.

This course has been approved by the State Department of Public Safety. The course content will include physical and mental limitations, driving strategies, defensive driving and safety. This means that a first-time participant can take a 4-hour program as their initial training – the 8-hour will no longer be a requirement. You will receive a certificate of completion. Check with your insurance agent for reduced rate information.

“Having an estate plan is among the most important things you can do for your loved ones. If there is one thing we can recommend, it is that it is never too early to start planning." Forbes Magazine Ease the complexity of estate planning with this informative class led by Lauren Pevehouse of Young & Pevehouse Law PLLC. We’ll walk you through essential tools like Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Healthcare Directives, helping you make sense of the probate process and ensure your loved ones are protected. This workshop includes a take-home Will template and the opportunity for free notary services at the conclusion of the course. Empower yourself with knowledge and prepare for the future with confidence.

Discover the magic of photo transfer and transform your favorite images into stunning canvas art! While canvas is often used for painting, it also makes a beautiful surface for displaying photographs of loved ones, special moments, or breathtaking scenery. In this class, you'll learn how to use common art supplies to create a seamless, high-quality photo transfer onto an 8x10 canvas. Important: A high-resolution photo is needed for the best results. Please email your photo to the instructor at least one week before class. Come create a one-of-a-kind keepsake and bring your memories to life!

In the MN native plant world, there are great groundcovers to add to your landscapes. We will chat about a wide variety of plants that grow from a few inches up to a few feet tall that will spread and hold the ground. When it comes to groundcovers it is all about roots and rhizomes. And as a bonus, many of these are also great pollinator plants! Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications, and several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists.

In this class we will learn the techniques of copper brazing to create strong and permanent joints on your creations. We will then use copper solder to attach a bezel to your pendant.