Chisago Lakes Community Education

Spotlight on New York City Trip Dates: October 16-20, 2025 Join us for an exciting 5-day adventure to New York City, departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) with hometown transfers included from Chisago Lakes High School. This trip, organized through Collette Travel, offers a vibrant mix of sightseeing, entertainment, and history, including visits to Wall Street, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, two Broadway shows, and an optional Greenwich Village walking tour with dinner. Click Here to register- https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1300792 The cost per person is: $3,099 (double occupancy) $3,899 (single occupancy) – limited availability $3,069 (triple occupancy) **These prices are good until April 16, 2025, based on availability. A deposit of $698 per person + $249 per person optional travel protection insurance is due at the time of reservation, with the final payment required by July 18, 2025. Legal names as they appear on government-issued IDs must be provided at the time of registration, as any changes may result in additional costs. The optional travel protection insurance allows you to cancel for any reason up until the day prior to departure and a full refund will be issued less the cost of the insurance. This trip includes airfare, air taxes, fees, accommodations, and five meals. For those interested in drama or simply exploring the city, this is a perfect opportunity to experience the “Big Apple!” SPACE IS LIMITED - Don't miss out on this unforgettable trip!

Don't miss out on this opportunity to be a part of this amazing group of people! By joining C.L.P, you'll be supporting the growing sport of pickleball in our community and meeting players of all levels. You'll have use of pickleballs and beginner paddles, first aid supplies and many opportunities to play pickleball with people of all ages and abilities through our GroupMe App. CLP will help to improve amenities at our courts, offer leagues, classes, tournaments etc. We'll also have an end of the summer picnic where you can socialize outside of pickleball, too. Be a part of the voice of pickleball in Chisago Lakes!

Join us as we meet with older, active adults who want to stay connected with others in our community. The members of this group will do things together - go on day trips, learn new skills and activities and participate in anything the group deems worthy. We will meet every other Tuesday from 1:00-2:30 pm, at the Wildcat Community Center. Dates are listed below unless otherwise noted. $25/person annually Sept 2024-Aug 2025 Upcoming Dates: Jan 14, 2025 - Forever Young Club Event - Speaker Lin Strong at 1:00 PM in the WCC Community Room. Jan 28, 2025 - One Act Play and Luncheon - Please use the link provided to enroll: Sign Up Feb 18, 2025 - MS Play and Luncheon - Please use the link provided to enroll: Sign Up Mar 11, 2025 - Splitrocks Bowling Adventure and Dinner - Please use the link provided to enroll - Sign Up Mar 25, 2025 - Hallberg Center for the Arts Tour - Please use the link provided to enroll - Sign Up Apr 1, 2025 - Forever Young Club Event - School Bond Discussion - 1:00 PM in the WCC Community Room Apr 22, 2025 - Forever Young Club Event - Auction with Kim at the WCC Gymnastics Gym - Sign up Apr 30, 2025 - Chanhassen Dinner Theatre - Grease - Please use the link provided to enroll - Sign Up May 4, 2025 - Festival Theatre - Please use the link provided to enroll - Sign up May 6, 2025 - Wild River State Park with Sean Hoppes - Please use the link provided to enroll - Sign Up May 20, 2025 - Skyrock Farms - Please use the link provided to enroll - Sign Up Jun 3, 2025 - Forever Young Club Event - Hwy 8 Corridor Study Presentation - 1:00 PM in the WCC Community Room

Adult players are welcome to drop-in and play pick up volleyball games at Taylors Falls Gym. Competitive level play. No pre-registration necessary. $5 drop-in fee due at the door

Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. For all fitness levels. Bring water and a yoga mat. WCC Members - Get 10% off these classes - Call 651-213-2600 or email us to get your discount

Ages 12+ If you want a heart-pumping workout that's also a lot of fun, Zumba® Toning might be just the class for you. Zumba® Toning incorporates weighted toning sticks or dumbbells, which come in 1-pound and 2.5-pound sizes, to the Zumba® workout that participants use almost like maracas. The toning sticks function like dumbbells to act as resistance weights. The challenge of adding resistance by using Zumba® Toning Sticks (or light weights), helps you focus on specific muscle groups, so you (and your muscles) stay engaged! Zumba® Toning perfect for those who want to party, but put extra emphasis on toning and sculpting to define those muscles! The lightweight maraca-like toning sticks enhances sense of rhythm and coordination, while toning target zones, including arms, core and lower body. WCC Members - Get 10% off these classes - Call 651-213-2600 or email us to get your discount All payments need to be completed online for both the package and the drop-in option. Please let us know if you have any questions about this.

For Ages 55 and older. Classes are different every week but always focus on improving balance, flexibility, and strength to help prevent falls and increase independence. Our SilverSneakers-certified trainers are professional, supportive, and ensure participants are safe while working at their own ability levels— all while HAVING A GOOD TIME! All movements can be performed either seated or standing, and all equipment is provided. Please wear safe, comfortable shoes (no flip-flops!) and come prepared to have a great time. Free for all SilverSneakers, Silver & Fit, Renew Active, and One Pass members! If you're registering for one of the special price rates, be sure to complete the online checkout and look for a confirmation email to finalize your registration.

No matter your fitness level or gym experience, Dynamic Strength class has a place for you. The workout will consist of basic and advanced strength movements in combination with dynamic body weighted movements. Every class will end with a 10-15 minute flexibility and recovery session. Modify or progress as needed. This energetic class is designed to maximize positive changes in your body.

This class is not about instant ramen. In fact, we will be making Japanese miso ramen from scratch. We will start with making ramen noodles from scratch. Then, we’ll braise cha shu chicken and make miso broth. We will serve our ramen with marinated soft-boiled eggs and different toppings.

Do you have a ditch, shoreline, or wetland on your property you want to spruce up beyond cattails and swamp grass? Do you have an area of yard where the grass just won’t grow because it is wet most of the time? There are lots of varieties of natives and non-native perennials that can be used to add color, texture, and eye-appeal that don’t mind having wet toes. Let’s figure out how to add an aesthetic splash into that soggy site. Participants will receive a native plant book, and several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists.

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+.

So, you want to learn how to play a ukulele? Welcome! The first thing you'll notice is all the encouraging, happy people around you. The ukulele is a social instrument and the ukulele spirit is highly contagious!! Bring your own instrument to class or borrow one from us. Beginner music is provided. Join us to try out this new and trending activity. It'll be so fun!!

Come explore one of the oldest and most beautiful forms of jewelry making—wire wrapping! Learn the basics of tools, techniques, and design as you create your very own bracelet using metal wire and stunning glass or ceramic beads. Once you’ve mastered the basics, let your creativity shine! Make a bracelet, ring, earrings, or pendant that’s uniquely yours. Plus, dive into the world of color and pattern to design a piece that truly stands out. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready to have fun!

The lakes might be iced over now, but what a great time to be reminded warmer days will come again. Acrylic step by step painting on 16"×20" canvas.

Choose from 2 different designs or create your own. The tiny lights attached to a fake cork make this decor awesome!