Skip the stove and keep your kitchen cool this summer with this fast, fresh, and flavorful at-home cook-along! During this cook-along experience you'll learn to make delicious Chicken Burrito Bowls using the Instant Pot or any other electric multi-cooker, and Chef Tess' personal recipe - perfect for quick, nutritious, and budget-friendly meals. Handy Instant Pot tips and tricks for use and care will also be shared! Equipment needs: Instant Pot or any other electric multi-cooker. Participants will receive a list of ingredients and a class link (zoom - free download) in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. A professionally made PDF packet of the instructor's personal recipes from this class will also be sent to you following class.

Kickstart your Spanish journey with this summer course that's 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. Included: Live, online sessions, online portal resources, and practice tools.

Join Glenn Martin from Spin Cycle Mobile Bike Shop for an interactive, hands-on session covering three essential bike repairs: fixing a flat tire, adjusting your brakes, and tuning your gears. Participants will learn step-by-step how to remove a rear wheel on both traditional bikes and e-bikes, replace a tube, and properly adjust brakes for a safer, smoother ride. Glenn will also bring his mobile bike trailer and showcase a variety of bike types and styles, offering practical guidance to help participants better understand what works best for their riding goals. With the many changes in today’s cycling industry, Glenn provides helpful insight to guide individuals in making smart, personalized biking decisions. Designed with beginners in mind, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to build confidence and independence in basic bike maintenance and New bicycle selection. Come with questions and leave ready to keep your bike rolling with confidence, guided by an experienced bike shop owner and bicycle technician. Glenn is a former owner of Martin's Cycling and Fitness in Southern Minnesota with a family cycling tradition dating back to the 1950's in Plainview MN.

Are you tired of spending hours trying to create graphics for your business, only to feel frustrated with the results in Canva? In this live, online workshop, learn how to design professional-looking social media posts, flyers, and marketing materials using only the free version of Canva with no design experience required. You'll learn the exact tools, shortcuts, and strategies that make creating beautiful visions quick and stress-free. By the end of this session, you'll have the skills and confidence to create graphics that attract customers and make your business look polished and professional.

Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and crafters. This live, online interactive class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva to bring your creative projects to life. You'll learn to design and create everything from custom greeting cards and party invitations to printable wall art, gift tags, and personalized crafts. Whether you're working from scratch or customizing templates, you'll receive step-by-step guidance to turn your ideas into beautiful, print-ready projects. Leave this class with confidence and skills to use Canva for all your creative crafting needs!

Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This live, online workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half.

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent for children? MN Prairie County Alliance is offering a complimentary informational session regarding child foster care and the child foster care licensing process. Interested applicants who live in Steele, Dodge or Waseca County will learn about what to expect when becoming a foster parent and be guided step-by-step as you get your child foster care license.

Learn how to make simple fishing flies in a few easy steps. Students will be taught to make one of several fly fishing lures. Natural and artificial materials will be combined to create a fishing lure that mimics macroinvertebrates found in a stream or lake.

Capture the spirit of the Steele County Free Fair in this playful and practical Everything-on-a-Stick cooking class! Inspired by the fair’s iconic, over-the-top foods, you’ll learn how to turn everyday ingredients into fun, skewer-ready creations that are perfect for grilling, campfires, or backyard gatherings. In this hands-on class, participants will explore bold flavor combinations, simple prep techniques, and tips for safely cooking food on sticks. Go beyond the classic corn dog and discover how to create savory bites, fresh veggie skewers, and even sweet treats, all with that nostalgic, fair-style twist!

Take your business to new heights with our live, online, fast-paced, comprehensive session designed to equip business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals with the essential skills and strategies needed to leverage social media for business success. Learn how to effectively reach your target audience, increase brand awareness, and drive engagement across major social media platforms.

Enjoy a fall getaway to one of the greatest of the great lakes! Take in the natural beauty of Lake Superior during our Lake Superior Circle Tour. Your escorts, Lynn & Craig Connors have planned each day just for you! Cities and activities include: Duluth (Vista Fleet Waterfront Cruise, North Shore Railway, Gooseberry Falls, Split Rock Lighthouse, Lutsen Mountain Gondola Ride), Thunder Bay (Kakabeka Falls, Fort William Park, Catamaran Cruise), Sault St. Marie (Agawa Train Excursion, Ferry to Mackinac Island with Carriage Tour), St. Ignace, and much, much more! Remember to pack your passport as we will be entering Canada! Prices are as follows: Single: $3455 (per person) Double: $2655 (per person) Triple: $2400 (per person) Register now in-person at Roosevelt School or via phone (507-444-7900). A deposit of $200 per person is due at the time of registration (checks only-made payable to Owatonna Community Education). The remaining balance of your tour price is due by or on August 1 (check is also required). If you have any mobility or dietary requirements, please let us know at registration. The dates of this trip are September 28 - October 4, 2026.

Experience the excitement of the Great Minnesota Get-Together without the hassle of parking or traffic! Our comfortable coach bus will drop you off right at the fair entrance, so you can focus on all the food, fun, and festivities. Registration covers transportation only. Participants must purchase their own fair admission ticket. Don’t forget to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your fair-day excitement! Register by August 15.

Come celebrate nature with your imagination and creativity! Participants will go on a short walk with a Minnesota Naturalist to find inspiration and materials for your art project. Then, back at the nature center, draw on that inspiration and create your work of art! Some potential creations include seed paper, collages using leaves or natural elements, or painting your favorite animal or animal tracks! All materials are provided, but dress to get a little messy!

Join a guided Nature Hike with a Minnesota Master Naturalist for an immersive walk through Kaplan's Woods! This walk offers participants the chance to slow down, explore local ecosystems, and learn directly from a trained naturalist who brings the outdoors to life. Along the trail, you’ll discover native plants, seasonal wildlife, and the subtle connections that shape Minnesota’s forests, prairies, wetlands, and waterways. The Minnesota Master Naturalist will share engaging insights about ecology, conservation, and the changing environment, turning an ordinary hike into a hands-on learning experience.