Chisago Lakes Community Education

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.

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.