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NEW! Beginner's Guide to Using FREE ChatGPT (AI) for Writers (Online)Education & FinanceChatGPT (AI) is here to stay and is the future for writers and content creators. Don’t be left behind! No prior AI experience required. Do you want to learn how to incorporate the power of cutting-edge technology to gain ideas and inspiration, write web content, articles, and even novels or scripts? In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to: Register for a FREE ChatGPT account Input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses Build creative content, from stories to marketing copy Determine its capabilities and limitations Understand ethical/legal considerations using ChatGPT There’s no doubt ChatGPT and similar AI Systems will force the job market to evolve. It’s crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills, and be open to working in collaboration with AI, so start building your expertise in the world of ChatGPT now! Informative handouts for future use are included in the class fee.Fall 2026
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NEW! Beginning Swing DanceDanceSwing dancing has appealed to generation after generation. It is a versatile, athletic dance that came out of the Savoy Ballroom in the 1930s. It has many styles and variations from simple patterns to very complex patterns and rhythms. The music ranges from big band to current rock. We will focus on two styles of Swing: East Coast (Triple Step) and Jitterbug (Single Step).If registering as a couple, please select the couple price for yourself and then the couple's partner price of $0 for your partner so both names are in your cart.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Camp Rock Musical Theater Class (ages 7-11)TheaterWe Rock! Everyone will choose their own characters, learn songs, dance, and put on a show!Everyone will learn to put together a professional show from start to finish. Learn how to properly speak lines, block a scene, develop a character and much more. We'll also play fun creative games. No experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.Friends and family are invited to observe a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes of the last class.Fall 2026
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NEW! Chanhassen Dinner Theatres: AnnieSpecial Interest & TripsLEAPIN' LIZARDS! Chanhassen Dinner Theatres brings its audiences the heart-warming musical blockbuster, ANNIE! Little orphan Annie easily wins everyone's hearts. And now, alongside her best pup pal, Sandy, she's set her sights on making us grin from ear to ear as she inspires a whole new generation! Lunch is included. Dessert and alcoholic beverages are on your own. Registration deadline is Friday, September 25. No refunds thereafter.Pick up is at the Rookery Activity Center at 9:45 am, return time approximately 4:30 pm.Fall 2026
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NEW! Chanhassen Dinner Theatres: Tuesdays with MorrieSpecial Interest & TripsTuesdays with Morrie is the true story of Detroit Free Press sportswriter Mitch Albom and his own personal reunion with a favorite college professor, Morrie Schwartz, who is battling ALS. The play simply features Mitch and Morrie, who visit each other over a series of 14 Tuesdays during which the audience gets a seat in the room to listen to Morrie’s meaningful life lessons.Lunch is included. Dessert and alcoholic beverages are on your own. This show takes place in the Playhouse Theater.Registration deadline is Saturday, October 3. No refunds thereafter.Pick up is at the Rookery Activity Center at 9:45 am, return time approximately 4:30 pm.Fall 2026
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NEW! Cinnamon Crunch Bagels & Pumpkin-Spice Cinnamon Rolls (Online)CookingIndulge in the comforting aromas and flavors of fall where you will experience the crafting of two seasonal favorites from scratch, perfect for cozy mornings or elegant gatherings around the holidays. Join Chef Tess as she guides you in the step-by-step creation of the softest, most delicious gooey Pumpkin-spice Cinnamon Rolls enriched with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice both in the pillowy dough and mouthwatering filling topped with a pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting. You will also be guided in the creation of Panera®-style Cinnamon Crunch Bagels that feature a tender, chewy interior studded with cinnamon chips and a signature crackly-sweet cinnamon topping.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Clay Handbuild GnomesCreateJoin Rachel to build some gnomes with personality! Your pieces will be fired at the studio and ready for pick up in a couple of weeks.Fall 2026
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NEW! Clay: Handbuild Tree Lanterns (all ages with an adult or ages 14+ independent)CreateJoin Rachel to build 1-2 Tree Lanterns that will shine light through when filled with a string of lights. Your pieces will be fired at the studio and ready for pick up in a couple weeks.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Clay: Monster Mash (ages 7+)CreateJoin Stacy to build and paint your own silly monster keepsake. Your piece will be fired at the studio and ready for pick up in a couple of weeks.Fall 2026
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NEW! Clay: Paint Your Own Cat Mug (all ages with an adult or ages 14+ independent)CreateJoin Aspen to paint a mug that is built for you and shaped like a cat! Use underglazes to make a mug to match your own furry friend or create your own design. Your piece will be fired at the studio and ready for pick up in a couple of weeks.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Clay: Personalized Plates! (ages 5+ with adult)CreateJoin Stacy to paint your own ceramic dinner plate. Paint a ceramic dinner plate that is both food and dishwasher safe.Fall 2026 -
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NEW! Competitive Chess Practice & Instruction (gr. 1-12) (Online)AcademicsIntermediate or Advanced PlayersLet's play online chess! Saturday Chess is for those youth who want to practice with fellow competitive chess players. Each session will include an advanced chess lesson as well as competitive matchups (grouped with similar skill level players) against youth from across the Twin Cities.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Cozy Creatures Art Lab (gr. K-5)ElementaryBring winter animals to life through mixed-media projects right after school! Create an "ugly sweater-inspired" critter using markers and colored pencils, sculpt a winter cardinal with Model Magic and create a bundled-up polar bear in a vibrant scarf using chalk pastels.Fall 2026
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NEW! Crushed Glass Sun CatcherCreateBring a little sparkle into your home with a one-of-a-kind sun catcher! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and fill a wooden sun catcher frame using colorful crushed glass pieces. Once your design is complete, you’ll learn how to use resin to seal the glass in place, creating a luminous piece that catches the light beautifully in any window. A box will be provided to safely transport your finished artwork home. Choose your design from a pumpkin, sunflower, Santa, bird, or dragonfly.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Drawlandia (gr. K-5)ElementaryBack-to-school season is bursting with creativity right after school. Explore characters, patterns, texture and vibrant color. Draw a colorful pizza, an adorable baby sloth and more.Fall 2026
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NEW! Express Introduction to GlassblowingCreateThis class is great for beginners without any experience! Participants will learn safety fundamentals, tool and torch usage, solid rod welding and gathering, color application, shaping and more. Participants can potentially create things such as small sculptural items, marbles, paper weights, plant rods and more. Let your creativity guide you! Standing is required for the duration of the class for optimal safety. (A chair may be provided to lean on if needed for medical reasons)·No sandals or open footwear, shoes must be fully enclosed from toe to heel·No loose sleeves and long dangling necklaces/bracelets·Tops must be zipped, buttoned, or closed while in the work area·Long hair must be tied back·Please come to class fed and hydratedFall 2026
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NEW! Fall Photography at Lendt's Pumpkin PatchSpecial Interest & TripsAll levels of experience are welcome. Join professional photographer Don Tredinnick as we photograph the pumpkins, fall colors, and displays at the Lendt Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkin patches provide some amazing subject matter for fall photography. We will spend time capturing everything from close-ups to environmental images. Don will provide tips and instruction as we wander around the property. It is amazing the types of photos you can capture when you start looking closer. Bring a camera that allows for manual camera settings, a lens that can range in focal length from 24mm to 105mm. If you have a macro or fisheye lens, feel free to bring those as well.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Family Clay Date: Christmas Ornaments (all ages with an adult or ages 14+ independent)CreateJoin Stacy to cut out and decorate clay ornaments. Spread holiday cheer by crafting your very own holiday ornaments! Up to 8 ornaments per family. Your pieces will be fired at the studio and ready for pick up in a couple of weeks. Please identify number of family members attending when registering.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Family Paint & Treats: Starry Night Cats (ages 6+ with adult)CreateCreate a magical masterpiece together in this fun, family-friendly painting class! Artists will paint an adorable cat perched on a pumpkin beneath a swirling star-filled sky on canvas. Step-by-step instructions make it easy for all ages and skill levels to follow along and enjoy the process. While the paint dries, celebrate your creativity with a sweet cupcake treat. It's the perfect blend of art making, family time, and dessert fun!When registering, only add the child's name to the cart. The name of the adult attending with the child will be asked as a question during the checkout process.Fall 2026 -
NEW! Festive Drawings (gr. K-5)ElementaryIgnite creativity and build artistic skills before you go home for winter break! Learn how to capture emotion through artistic techniques.Fall 2026
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NEW! Freezer Pizza & Fast 'Liquid' Pizza: Easy Meal Prep for Busy Nights (Online)CookingBusy night? Skip the takeout - make pizza your easiest meal of the week. In this hands-on class with step-by-step guidance, you'll learn how to prepare and freeze homemade pizzas for quick, healthy, affordable, stress-free dinners any time. We'll make fresh freezer-friendly pizza dough, use it to prepare the crusts, and go through the process required for topping, freezing, storage, and baking so they bake up from frozen every time. Important pro-tips for freezer-friendly dough and toppings will also be shared. You'll also learn how to prepare a fast no-kneed pizza - an easy mix-and-bake method that comes together in under an hour from start to finish. Recipes used are Chef Tess originals. Equipment Needs: stand mixer, 12" disposable aluminum pizza pansFall 2026 -
NEW! Genealogy 101: Uncover Your Family's Unique History (Online)Special Interest & TripsBegin your family history journey with confidence! In this hands-on course, you’ll learn essential skills to start building your family tree. Discover how to organize your research, access vital records, and navigate common roadblocks. By the end, you’ll have the tools to uncover your family’s unique story. A Zoom link will be sent to the email used for registration.Fall 2026
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NEW! Ghoulish Stuffed Pastry & Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins - Halloween Family Fun! (Online)CookingFall is synonymous with pumpkin, spice, harvest, and ghoulish family fun. In this interactive, real-time cook along, participants will create a playful and delicious Halloween-themed meal from scratch using the instructor's personal recipes. We'll start by preparing a savory-seasoned meat filling. Then use it to stuff and shape puff pastry into fun ghoulish "coils" (intestines) before baking to golden perfection. To complete the experience, you'll make a cranberry-based dipping sauce for a spooky (and tasty) finishing touch. For something sweet, participants will bake pumpkin-spice chocolate chip muffins; a cozy favorite that perfectly balances the savory side of the menu. Perfect for a night full of fun costume parties, trick-or-treating or get-togethers.Fall 2026 -
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NEW! Glide & Ride Academy: Learn to Ski/Snowboard (gr. 6-12)Sports & RecreationWild Mountain's Beginner Ski & Snowboard ExperienceDiscover the excitement of winter with Glide & Ride, Wild Mountain's premier introductory ski and snowboard program designed for first-time and beginner participants. Whether you are stepping onto skis for the very first time or strapping into a snowboard to learn the basics, this all-inclusive experience provides the instruction, equipment, and confidence needed to enjoy the slopes.The Glide & Ride program is a fun, supportive, and structured learning experience created to introduce students and their families to the lifelong sports of skiing and snowboarding. Our professional instructors focus on building skills progressively while ensuring participants feel safe, comfortable, and successful on the snow.Included is an hour lesson led by a certified instructor, rental equipment (ski or snowboard). The lesson will be at the beginning of the session, then you are welcome to stay and ski or snowboard up until 9 pm. Meet at the hill, no transportation provided. Parents are welcome to sign up as well and participate.Fall 2026