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2019 Spring/Summer Course Catalog Program Offerings Adult Enrichment Adult Basic Education Encore Program Fridley Community Theatre Fridley Senior Program Fridley Event Services Youth Enrichment Early Childhood Family Ed Preschool Programs Tiger Club Childcare Swimming www.fridleycommed.com
Contents
Adult Enrichment 4
Encore 12
Family Movie Night Fridley Community Theatre 13
Come and enjoy a nice evening with family & friends and
watch a movie on the big screen at the Fridley High School
Auditorium! This event is FREE of charge!
Fridley Senior Program 14
Concessions available for $1 each.
Doors open at 6:30 PM and movies begin at 7:00 PM.
Fridley Event Services 18
Upcoming Movie Dates
April 12, May 10
Youth Enrichment 20
Call 763-502-5100 or stop by the Fridley Community Center
for a list of movies. See you there!
Early Childhood Family Ed 27
Preschool Programs 30
Adults with Disabilites
Interested in activities especially designed for adults Tiger Club Childcare 32
with developmental disabilities? For more information
or to request a brochure listing classes and activities, call
Community Bridge at 651-748-7232. Swimming 35
Coordinator: Cheryl Gysbers - 651-748-7252
Registration 38
Metro North Adult English as a Second
Basic Education Adult Language (ESL)
Columbia Heights/Fridley Monday-Friday - 9:00am - 12:30pm
4111 Central Avenue, NE, Suite 100, South Building, Monday-Thursday - 6:00 - 8:30pm
Columbia Heights, MN 55421 English for Academic Purposes (E.A.P.)
Daytime: Monday-Friday - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Free Classes! For more information, Evening: Monday-Thursday - 6:00 - 8:30pm
call 763-706-3833
Classes run year round. Adult Basic Education (ABE)
• Reading
• Writing
• Math
• G.E.D. Test Preparation
Tuesday-Thursday - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Monday / Wednesday - 5:30 - 8:30pm
Tuesday / Thursday - 5:30 - 8:30pm
Conversation Class (Levels 2 - E.A.P.)
Tuesday - 12:45 - 2:00pm
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 2
Facilities and Contacts
The abbreviations listed below denote the locations of the Fridley Community Education
classes listed on the following pages of the brochure. 6085 Seventh Street NE
Fridley, MN 55432
Fridley Schools 763-502-5100
FCC – Fridley Community Center
6085 Seventh Street NE Office Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
FHS – Fridley High School
6000 West Moore Lake Drive
Closed
FMS – Fridley Middle School April 19, May 27, July 1-5 and September 2
6100 West Moore Lake Drive
Community Education Contacts
HES – Hayes Elementary School
615 Mississippi Street NE Stephen Keeler
Director
SES – Stevenson Elementary School 763-502-5106
6080 East River Road
Jonele Jensen
ALC – Fridley Moore Lake Area Learning Center Administrative Assistant
1317 Rice Creek Road 763-502-5102
Other Facilities Valerie Anderson
BLCA – Banfill-Locke Center for the Arts Early Childhood Family Education Coordinator
6666 East River Road, Fridley 763-502-5143
CHHS – Columbia Heights High School Karin Beckstrand
Youth Services (Aquatics & Youth Enrichment)
1400 49th Avenue NE, Columbia Heights
and PYP Coordinator
763-502-5117
BPE – Boulder Pointe Equestrian and Event Center
6612 189th Lane Northwest Kristi Sabby
Anoka, MN 55303 Tiger Club Coordinator
763-502-5119
PTMT - Prime Time Medical Training
6240 MN-65 Sally Leone
Fridley, MN 55432 Tiger Club Assistant Coordinator
763-502-5135
VE - Vertical Endeavors
Maggie Chandler
2540 Nicollet Ave
Adult, Facilities and Senior Programs Coordinator
Minneapolis, MN 55404 763-502-5162
Fridley Event Services
Facilities Rental Request Line
763-502-5104
Dan Wold
Auditorium & Events Coordinator
763-502-5631
District Policy Bethany Grove
It is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of gender, Social Worker
race, religion, color, national origin, economic status, 763-502-5121
disability, age or mental status in any of our education
programs or personnel practices. Mora Slifka
Early Childhood Screener
763-502-5157
3 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOG
Adult Enrichment
Banfill-Locke Mother’s Day Paint & Pink Tea Needle Felting -
Center for the Arts Toadtool Garden
We are proud to offer classes in the arts in
partnership with Banfill-Locke Center for
the Arts (BLCA).
A fun afternoon celebrating mothers
with a guided painting and pink tea that Learn the basics of needle felting by creat-
follows. ing a cute toadstool garden and a small
$40 for mother and one child, $10 per extra ladybug! Students will have the chance to
child. use a variety of different needles to refine
BLCA is a wellspring for the commu-
nity providing inspiration, enrichment, Date: Saturday, May 11 their sculptures. We will discuss the safe
enjoyment, opportunities, and education Time: 2-4pm use of needles, different types of wool
through the arts. Site: BLCA and how to choose the best materials for
Instructor: BLCA your creations. This class is suitable for
Cost: $40 (Mother + 1 child) beginners and those with some sculptural
$10 (Per extra child) needle felting experience.
Painting Through Collage Class Number: 6002 All supplies are provided for a $5 fee, payable
to instructor.
Arts, Crafts & Textiles
Date: Wednesday, May 22
Time: 5-8pm
Needle Felting - Spring Fairy Site: FCC-Room 112
Instructor: Liz Parker
Cost: $40 (1 session)
Class Number: 6005
Open Painting
This class explores painting through the Come to this class and enjoy painting
process of collage. with others.
Supplies included. No class June 25 & July 2.
Date: Thursday, April 25, May 2 & 9 Date: Tuesday, April 9 - May 28
Time: 6-9pm Time: 9:30-11:30am
Site: BLCA In this class, students will learn the basic
techniques to make a small spring fairy. Site: FCC-Room 112
Instructor: Jeffery Ebeling
Choosing from a selection of colors, you Cost: $16 (8 sessions)
Cost: $65 (3 sessions)
will create a unique needle felted fairy Class Number: 6003A
Class Number: 6001
that fits your style and personality. This Date: Tuesday, June 11 - August 27
class is suitable for those with some sculp- Time: 9:30-11:30am
tural needle felting experience. Site: FCC-Room 112
Have a class suggestion? All supplies are provided for a $5 fee, payable Cost: $20 (10 sessions)
Want to teach a class? to instructor. Class Number: 6003B
Maggie Chandler
Date: Wednesday, April 17
763-502-5162
Time: 5-8pm
maggie.chandler@fridley.k12.mn.us
Site: FCC-Room 112
Instructor: Liz Parker
Cost: $40 (1 session)
Class Number: 6004
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 4
Adult Enrichment
Beginning Knitting
Botanical Drawing Jewelry Design
Come learn basic knitting techniques and
Students will learn the basics of draw- Students will learn basic sculptural how to read patterns. By the end of the
ing from a fresh and beautiful botani- techniques using wire, resin, and natu- course, students will know the correct
cal still life. Students will be taught how ral materials to create beautiful custom way to hold the needles, complete and
to work with charcoal, pencil, pen and jewelry. Students will learn basic count stitches, and pick up dropped
ink, and colored pencils. We will practice wire-wrapping and resin casting skills to stitches.
techniques of composition, line expres- make earrings and a pendant. Students Please bring a small scissors and a cloth bag
sion, value and shading, and basic color will then be encouraged to create custom in which to put your course materials. Other
theory. Students will be encouraged in designs applying their creativity and new required materials will be purchased from
their drawing goals, ranging from detailed skills. the instructor for $20 the first night. Please
realism to enthusiastic expression. The There is a $30 supply fee payable to the do not bring your own materials.
instructor will provide a still life and natu- instructor on the day of the class.
ral items to draw, but feel free to bring in Date: Saturdays, April 13 - May 18
Date: Thursday, July 11 Time: 9-11am
your own items to draw as well! Come
Time: 6-8pm Site: FCC-Room 105
enjoy a relaxing and fun environment
Site: FCC-Room 112 Instructor: Deanna Miller
learning from beautiful plants! Please
Instructor: Elise Joy Nyenhuis Cost: $60 (6 sessions)
bring the following supplies with you to
Cost: $40 (1 session) Class Number: 6009
class:
Class Number: 6007
Supply List:
Beginning Crocheting
• Smooth Hot-Pressed Watercolor
Come and learn basic crocheting tech-
Paper
niques. You will learn the correct way to
• Kneaded Eraser
hold your crochet hook, read patterns,
• Pencils (HB, 2B, 4B, 6B)
• Willow Charcoal
and count stitches. Advertise with Us
Please bring a small scissors and a zippered To place an ad in this catalog, contact
• Dip Drawing Pen, Nibs, Ink
cloth bag in which to put your course materi- Stephen Keeler for more information.
• Colored Pencil Set (Prismcolor)
als. Required materials will be purchased Call 763-502-5106, email at stephen.
Date: Thursday, June 13-27 from the instructor for $10 on the first night. keeler@fridley.k12.mn.us, stop into
Time: 6:30-8pm Please do not bring your own materials. No the Fridley Community Center office,
Site: FCC-Room 112 class April 19. or visit our website at:
Instructor: Elise Joy Nyenhuis www.fridleycommed.com
Date: Fridays, April 12 - May 24
Cost: $60 (3 sessions)
Time: 6-8pm
Class Number: 6006
Site: FCC-Room 105
Instructor: Deanna Miller
Cost: $60 (6 sessions) Follow Us
Class Number: 6008 @FridleyCommEd
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5 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOG
Adult Enrichment
Cooking Festive Spring Salads
Cooking Classes with
Laurel Severson
Cooking with Laurel is an extremely popu-
Carol Schaub lar instructor throughout the
Carol Schaub is an avid bread maker, Twin Cities. She holds degrees
teaches in 15 districts, and is an in Home Economics and Educa- Head into spring with a Wild Rice and
engaging and skilled instructor. tion from the University of breast of Chicken Salad or Wild Rice with
Minnesota and has been teaching Fresh Mushrooms and Cashews. We will
community education classes for also feature a vegetarian main dish salad
Jams, Jellies, Marmalades, and
over 12 years. using multicolored peppers and the
Butters
unique grain, quinoa. What could be more
Sushi refreshing than fruit ? We’ll make a salad
combination of cantaloupe and straw-
berries with an orange sauce. Equally as
pretty is a Raspberry-Spinach Salad with
Glazed Pecans. Then we will round out
the evening with 3 easy dressings for your
favorite combination of assorted garden
greens - Feta Cheese, Creamy Blue Cheese
and Orange Dressing. You will be ready
NOW is the time to prepare for the boun- for spring!
teous fruits of summer. Be ready to ‘jam’ $13 food fee paid to instructor in class.
when the berries, peaches, rhubarb, herbs Participate in this great class - then make
and more are at their peak of taste and delicious sushi for yourself, family and Date: Friday, May 3
availability. Learn the difference between friends. Learn where to shop, brands to Time: 6-9pm
the various preserves and have the oppor- select, preparation of the ingredients, Site: FHS-Room 113 (Foods Lab)
tunity to taste several different kinds. assembly of the rolls and presentation. Instructor: Laurel Severson
You will prepare a batch of jam/jelly from You will create both the traditional rolled Cost: $31 (1 session)
start to finish, learn basic ‘hot water bath’ sushi (maki-zushi) and the American Cali- Class Number: 6102
techniques that are applicable to other fornia sushi. Start with the easy to make
canning projects and take home 1-2 jars to seasoned sushi rice, then select and roll Family Movie Night
enjoy. Tasting of and handout for multi- wonderful ingredients such as chicken, Come and enjoy a nice evening with
ple recipes included. shrimp, smoked salmon, crab, mush- family & friends and watch a movie
There is an $8 materials fee payable to the rooms, eggs, carrots, avocado, spinach, on the big screen at the Fridley
instructor on the day of the class. ginger and more! Note: NO raw fish! District Auditorium at Fridley High
There is a $13 food fee payable to the instruc- School. This event is FREE of charge!
Date: Tuesday, April 23 tor on the day of class. Limit 18.
Time: 6:30-8:15pm Concessions available for $1 each.
Site: CHHS-Room 137 Date: Monday, April 22
Time: 6-9pm Doors open at 6:30 PM and movies
Instructor: Carol Schaub begin at 7:00 PM.
Cost: $25 (1 session) Site: FHS-Room 113 (Foods Lab)
Class Number: 6100 Instructor: Laurel Severson
Cost: $31 (1 session) Upcoming Movie Dates
Class Number: 6101 April 12, May 10
Call 763-502-5100 or stop by the Frid-
ley Community Center for a list of
movies. See you there!
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 6
Adult Enrichment
Tantalizing Thai Cuisine Dance
Cooking classes with
Jeff Sandino!
Founder of “Flavors from the
Home” Jeff’s love of food began at Dance Classes
the Lincoln Del. He sought formal with Monica Mohn!
training at L’Hotel Sofitel in Bloom- Monica Mohn has over 20+ years
You’ll begin by preparing Vietnamese
ington, MN and Houston Texas. His of ballroom dance experience. She
summer rolls served with both hoisin
40 + year professional career has coached with the finest instructors
and peanut sauce for dipping. Vietnam-
brought him to such spots as Buca Di in the USA, Canada and England,
ese spring rolls follow with pork, shrimp,
Beppo, Figlio, Sunsets on the Bay, My earning 3 “USA Dance” National
and glass noodles stuffed in rice paper
Pie Pizza and the Sunshine Factory Ballroom Dance titles and numerous
and fried to a golden brown, served with
to name just a few. He’s appeared dance awards.
the classic nuoc cham dipping sauce.
on several cooking shows demon-
You’ll then prepare Pad Thai blending
strating his culinary wizardry but his
the vibrant flavors of Thailand with rice
passion is teaching and demystifying
noodles using shrimp, eggs, chilies, garlic,
the process of gourmet cooking.
basil, scallions, bean sprouts, sesame oil, Wedding Dance Crash Course-
lemon and crushed red pepper flakes. It’s not too late!
Southern Italian We’ll finish with Crème brulee, rich, You thought about it! You wanted to! But
creamy custard with a crusty caramel where did the time go? Not to worry; in
glaze. just 2 hours learn the common wedding
dances Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot and Slow
Date: Thursday, May 9 Dance. Monica Mohn, nominated for
Time: 6:30-9pm “Wedding Dance Instruction” by MN
Site: FHS-Room 113 (Foods Lab) Bride will teach you easy dancing skills
Instructor: Jeff Sandino and fun patterns so you’ll feel comfortable
Cost: $29 (1 session) and look great on that special day!
Class Number: 6104 Couples only please.
We’ll begin by unlocking the secret to Date: Wednesday, May 22
the perfect marinara sauce and prac- Edible Landscaping for your Time: 6-8pm
tice it’s versatility in two classic Italian Yard and Garden Site: FCC-Gym
dishes. You’ll prepare baked manicotti Cultivate a yard that looks and tastes Instructor: Monica Mohn
stuffed with mozzarella, parmesan, great with idea’s from this edible land- Cost: $28 (per couple)
ricotta cheeses and fresh herbs along scaping class! Class will look at specific Class Number: 6155
with eggplant parmesan, lightly breaded, plants that do well in edible landscaping
sauted, topped with a tomato and basil and discuss special considerations that
relish, covered with mozzarella cheese you will need to make when converting Community Education
and baked to a bubbly golden brown. your flower garden to a food and flower Advisory Council
You’ll learn to prepare traditional Ital- garden. Learn how easy it can be have a
ian style bruschetta and we’ll finish with beautiful yard that offers you tasty food If you would like to join the Frid-
crème brulee, rich, creamy custard with a throughout the summer. ley Community Education Advi-
crusty caramel glaze. Date: Tuesday, May 28 sory Council or have any questions,
Date: Thursday, April 18 Time: 5-6:30pm contact Stephen Keeler at:
Time: 6:30-9pm Site: CHHS-Room 135 763-502-5106 or
Site: FHS-Room 113 (Foods Lab) Instructor: Maya Lemon stephen.keeler@fridley.k12.mn.us
Instructor: Jeff Sandino Cost: $50 (1 parent + 1 child)
Cost: $29 (1 session) $10 (each additional child)
Class Number: 6103 Class Number: 6105
7 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOG
Adult Enrichment
Defensive Driving Finance & Business Is my home ready to sell?
Come to get your questions answered
Defensive Driving 6 Keys to Retiring Fearlessly about selling your home. Now is the time
If you are 55 or older, save money on your to prepare for the spring market. Topics
car insurance premiums and become a discussed include:
better driver! Minnesota law requires • Current market
insurance companies to offer you a 10% • What to expect
reduction for three years if you take this • Staging
course. The course is two sessions of • Decluttering
classroom instruction - no driving or test. • Home inspections
Senior discount already applied. • Home warranty
• Professional photography
Date: Monday & Wednesday, May 6 & 8 Refreshments will be served.
Time: 6-10pm
Will I have enough to retire? – Will my
Site: FCC-Room 109 Date: Thursday, April 25
retirement income last? – Are my assets
Instructor: MN Safety Council Time: 6:30-8pm
protected? Manage six key risks all retirees
Cost: $28 (2 sessions) Site: FCC-Room 105
face to turn retirement concerns into
Class Number: 6200A Instructor: Ferndale Realty - Sheri Murray
confidence!
Date: Monday & Wednesday, July 9 & 11 1. Outliving income Cost: $12 (1 session)
Time: 6-10pm 2. Inflation Class Number: 6303
Site: FCC-Room 109 3. Unpredictable events
Instructor: MN Safety Council 4. Market volatility Advance Directives/Health Care
Cost: $28 (2 sessions) Directives/Living Will
5. Income taxes
Class Number: 6200B Are you at least 18 years of age or older?
6. Rising healthcare costs
Defensive Driving Refresher If so, you should have a signed Advanced
Date: Tuesday, April 23 Directive (AD), that states what your
Now you can renew your 10% three
Time: 6-7:30pm medical wishes are if you become incapac-
year car insurance discount by taking
Site: FCC-Room 109 itated. The instructor is a Master’s degree
this state-approved four hour refresher
Cost: Free (sponsored by Thrivent) Registered Nurse who is well versed in
course. There’s no driving and no test.
Class Number: 6301A and understands the nuances from her
Senior discount already applied.
work in Emergency Rooms and her role
Refresher – Daytime Class: Date: Thursday, May 16 as a Death Investigator for the Medical
Date: Monday, April 15 Time: 6-7:30pm Examiner. Not all AD’s are created equal!
Time: 9am-1pm Site: FCC-Room 109 Learn about the language that should be
Site: FCC-Room 109 Cost: Free (sponsored by Thrivent) included and who should have a copy of
Cost: $24 (1 session) Class Number: 6301B the completed document. Attend this
Class Number: 6202A informative class and leave with paper-
Social Security: work for your Advance Directive. Addi-
Date: Wednesday, May 15
Timing is Everything tional time will be spent discussing POA
Time: 9am-1pm
When should I apply for Social Security? (Power of Attorney) and POLST (Provider
Site: FCC-Room 109
How can I maximize my benefits? How Ordered Life Sustaining Treatment)
Cost: $24 (1 session)
will this affect my spouse? You have a lot paperwork.
Class Number: 6202B
of questions to answer. Mistakes can be
Refresher - Evening Class: costly. We can provide the guidance you Date: Monday, April 22
Date: Thursday, June 13 need. Join us for a short presentation, Time: 6-8pm
Time: 6-10pm Social Security: Strategize to Maximize, Site: FCC-Room 109
Site: FCC-Room 109 to learn how to sort through the options Instructor: Paula Johns, RN
Cost: $24 (1 session) and help ensure the choices you make are Cost: $25 (1 session)
Class Number: 6201A tailored to your needs. Class Number: 6304
Date: Monday, August 12 Date: Thursday, May 2
Time: 6-10pm Time: 6-7:30pm
Site: FCC-Room 109 Site: FCC-Room 109
Cost: $24 (1 session) Cost: Free (sponsored by Thrivent)
Class Number: 6201B Class Number: 6302
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 8
Adult Enrichment
Fitness Yoga - Late Afternoon Yoga Mindfulness
Explore a deeper mind-body connection
Yoga with Mindfulness Yoga. Learn how to be
Come explore this ancient exercise system aware of your body and be connected
that strengthens the body while calming to everything that you do while you
and focusing the mind. Learn how to take strengthen and tone, improve circulation,
these basic exercises into your daily life to lower blood pressure, and relieve stress.
strengthen and tone your body, improve No class April 20.
circulation, lower blood pressure, and
help relieve stress. All classes include clas- Date: Saturdays, April 6-27
sic Hatha or stretching, breathing prac- Time: 10-11:30am
tices, and a guided relaxation/meditation. No class May 23. Site: FCC-Room 114/116
Please dress in comfortable clothes and bring Cost: $27 (3 sessions)
a mat, towel, or rug for floor work. Date: Thursday, April 4-25 Class Number: 6351A
No class May 14. All classes are instructed by Time: 4:30-5:30pm
Michael Ledman. Site: FCC-Room 116 Date: Saturdays, May 4-18
Cost: $32 (4 sessions) Time: 10-11:30am
Date: Tuesday, April 9-30 Class Number: 6350-Afternoon - A Site: FCC-Room 114/116
Time: 7:30-9pm Cost: $27 (3 sessions)
Site: FCC-Room 114/116 Date: Thursday, May 2-30 Class Number: 6351B
Cost: $36 (4 sessions) Time: 4:30-5:30pm
Class Number: 6350A Site: FCC-Room 116 Date: Saturdays, June 1-22
Cost: $32 (4 sessions) Time: 10-11:30am
Date: Tuesday, May 7-28 Class Number: 6350-Afternoon - B Site: FCC-Room 114/116
Time: 7:30-9pm Cost: $36 (4 sessions)
Site: FCC-Room 114/116 Date: Thursday, June 6-27 Class Number: 6351C
Cost: $27 (3sessions) Time: 4:30-5:30pm
Class Number: 6350B Site: FCC-Room 116 Date: Saturdays, July 13-27
Cost: $32 (4 sessions) Time: 10-11:30am
Date: Tuesday, June 4-25 Class Number: 6350-Afternoon - C Site: FCC-Room 114/116
Time: 7:30-9pm Cost: $27 (3 sessions)
Site: FCC-Room 114/116 Date: Thursday, July 11-25 Class Number: 6351D
Cost: $36 (4 sessions) Time: 4:30-5:30pm
Class Number: 6350C Site: FCC-Room 116 Date: Saturdays, August 3-24
Cost: $24 (3 sessions) Time: 10-11:30am
Date: Tuesday, July 9-30 Class Number: 6350-Afternoon - D Site: FCC-Room 114/116
Time: 7:30-9pm Cost: $36 (4 sessions)
Site: FCC-Room 114/116 Date: Thursday, August 1-22 Class Number: 6351E
Cost: $36 (4 sessions) Time: 4:30-5:30pm
Class Number: 6350D Site: FCC-Room 116
Cost: $32 (4 sessions)
Date: Tuesday, August 6-27 Class Number: 6350-Afternoon - E
Time: 7:30-9pm
Site: FCC-Room 114/116 Family Movie Night
Cost: $36 (4 sessions) Come and enjoy a nice evening with family & friends and watch a movie on the
Class Number: 6350E big screen at the Fridley High School Auditorium! This event is FREE of charge!
Concessions available for $1 each.
Doors open at 6:30 PM and movies begin at 7:00 PM.
Upcoming Movie Dates: April 12, May 10
Call 763-502-5100 or stop by the Fridley Community Center for a list of movies.
See you there!
9 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOG
Adult Enrichment
Tae Kwon Do Cane-Do
Tae Kwon Do is a Korean Martial Art that Martial Arts by Master Protect yourself using an everyday walk-
uses the hands and feet without weapons. Robert Howard ing cane! This is the most practical self
Instructor Seybold’s goal is to share the Robert has been teaching various defense weapon anyone can learn. What
values and knowledge that he has gained forms of martial arts for over 22 years other self-protection tool can you carry
through training to the community. This and holds numerous advanced black on a plane or take into a casino? Well
class is open to teens and adults. belt degrees. suited for both women and men. Phys-
No class May 22, July 3 and July 6. ical strength and athletic abilities not
required.
Date: Wednesday/Saturday, Jeet Kune Do Fusion
May 1 - June 22 There are many Martial Arts out there Students are more than welcome to try
Time: 6-7:30pm (Wed) today. Master Howard has studied many one, two or all three programs. Each
& 10:00-11:30am (Sat) and holds Black Belts in five different arts: session consist of 2 classes (5 sessions =
Site: FCC-Gym Jeet Kune Do, Hapkido, Tae Kwon Do, 10 classes). There will be fees payable to
Instructor: Dave Seybold Kempo and Cane. Jeet Kune Do Fusion the instructor for rank advancement.
Cost: $16 (15 sessions) is the combination of Jeet Kune Do with For more information: jkdfusion.com
Class Number: 6352A Hapkido for self-defense along with some No class April 22, July 1 and September 2.
kicks and blocks from Kempo, the fight-
Date: Wednesday/Saturday, ing range from Tae Kwon Do and weapon Date: Monday, April 8 - May 13
June 26 - August 17 disarming from Cane. Time: 6:30-8pm
Time: 6-7:30pm (Wed) & 10:00-11:30am (Sat) Site: FCC-Room 116
Site: FCC-Gym This system is for adults of all ages and Instructor: Master Robert Howard
Instructor: Dave Seybold limitations. No special ability needed. The Cost: $100 (5 sessions)
Cost: $16 (14 sessions) following is a list of items that makes this Class Number: 6354A
Class Number: 6352B program different not only from other
Jeet Kune Do programs out there, but Date: Monday, May 20 - June 17
T’ai Chi Chih other Arts as well: Time: 6:30-8pm
T’ai Chi Chih consists of soft, simple • This system is for Self-Defense but Site: FCC-Room 116
movements that naturally circulate and can move to offense with ease Instructor: Master Robert Howard
balance the intrinsic energy, or Chi. T’ai • Only low kicks are used Cost: $100 (5 sessions)
Chi Chih is not a Martial Art. This prac- • Up-to-date weapon disarming skills Class Number: 6354B
tice consists of 19 moves and one pose. • Attacks are done with punches and
T’ai Chi Chih has many benefits, includ- grabs familiar to the average person Date: Monday, June 24 - July 29
ing mindfulness, joy, increased energy, • No forms or Katas Time: 6:30-8pm
improvement of balance, decreased • No Trophies Site: FCC-Room 116
anxiety, and much more. You can learn • No prior Martial Arts training needed Instructor: Master Robert Howard
more about T’ai Chi Chih at http://www. • This is NOT an MMA program Cost: $100 (5 sessions)
taichichih.org/ or e-mail the instructor • Can be tailored to the individual Class Number: 6354C
with any questions you may have:
pansophypathways@gmail.com. Modern Hapkido Date: Monday, August 5 - September 9
Practical Self Defense for Adults. Perfect Time: 6:30-8pm
Date: Mondays, April 15 - June 3 for men and women of all sizes. No Site: FCC-Room 116
Time: 7-8:15pm athletic abilities required. No board Instructor: Master Robert Howard
Site: FCC-Room 116 breaking, high kicks or tournaments. Just Cost: $100 (5 sessions)
Instructor: Dance Floor (Lower Level) realistic, versatile self-protection. Nation- Class Number: 6354D
Cost: $59 (8 sessions) ally recognized belts and certificates.
Class Number: 6353 Modern Hapkido is an extremely real-
istic and versatile discipline of self-pro-
tection that includes an extensive variety
of joint locks, pressure points, grappling
and disarming techniques. The result is a
comprehensive self defense system that is
enjoyable to learn, practical and most of
all - 100% effective!
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 10Adult Enrichment
Health & Wellness History & Hobbies & Special Interests
Cultural Awareness
Becoming a Hospice Volunteer Introduction to Bonsai
Allina Hospice & Palliative Care invites Women in Islam
you to consider learning about becoming
a hospice volunteer! Hospice volunteers
offer companionship, help with errands,
provide respite time for caregivers, assist
with writing/reading and in many other
ways support patients and families.
Patients are nearing end of life and they
and their family members greatly appre-
ciate volunteer support. Allina’s hospice Explore the art of Bonsai. We will discuss
patients reside in their own homes or This presentation covers Islamic teach- the art, history and styles of Bonsai in
residential care facilities throughout ings about the different roles of Muslim this two day class. Day 1 will cover styles,
the greater metro area and in western women in society, including cultural art, science and branch placement. Day 2
Wisconsin. differences. We will talk about common will cover potting and additional require-
misconceptions regarding Muslim ments. Each participant will receive a
Date: Tuesday, April 9
women and explain gender equity in the pre-bonsai tree, a suitable pot with soil
Time: 6-7:30pm
spiritual, social, and economic aspect of to style.
Site: FCC-Room 109
life. Muslim women and culture/diver- There is a $35 supply fee payable to the
Instructor: Kate Norten - Allina Health
sity will also be discussed. The presen- instructor.
Cost: Free (1 session)
tation is concluded with examples of
Class Number: 6402 Date: Thursday April 18 & 25
Muslim women and their role in history
and today. Time: 7-9:30pm
CPR/AED with First Aid Site: FCC-Room 112
Date: Thursday, April 25 Instructor: Lionel Flood
Time: 7-8:30pm Cost: $21 (2 sessions)
Site: FCC-Room 116 Class Number: 6501
Instructor: Islamic Resource Group
Cost: Free (1 session) Bonsai Part 2
Class Number: 6450 Come to this follow up class, as we look
at how your Bonsai tree is progressing.
Minnesota Muslims Up Close Please bring your bonsai tree. Tools will be
Historical records show a Muslim pres- available for use and wire will be available
ence in Minnesota that goes as far back for sale. Introduction to Bonsai required.
Heartsaver CPR/AED with First Aid gives
as 1880. Current estimates put the
those who are not Healthcare Provid-
Muslim population in Minnesota at Date: Wednesday, May 22
ers the knowledge and skills necessary
about 140,000. This class is based on the Time: 7-9:30pm
to recognize and provide basic care for
exhibit Tracks in the Snow - The Minne- Site: FCC-Room 105 (Conference Room)
breathing, cardiac emergencies, inju-
sota Muslim Experience since 1880 which Instructor: Lionel Flood
ries and sudden illnesses until advanced
Islamic Resource Group put together in Cost: $15 (1 sessions)
medical personnel arrive and take over.
cooperation with the Minnesota Histor- Class Number: 6502
Students will be certified by the American
ical Society in 2014. You will get an exclu-
Heart Association for:
sive insight into the lives of Minnesota
CPR/AED for adults, children and infants Follow Us
Muslims as the class makes their experi-
and Standard First Aid. @FridleyCommEd
ences more accessible to you.
Date: Friday, May 17 Date: Tuesday, May 14
Time: 3-8:30pm Time: 7-8:30pm Like Us
Site: Prime Time Medical Training Site: FCC-Room 109 FridleyCommEd
Instructor: Prime Time Medical Instructor: Islamic Resource Group
Cost: $95 (1 session) Cost: Free (1 session) Find class updates, special events
Class Number: 6402 Class Number: 6451 and more.
11 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOGEncore
Life Enrichment Night Out! Minnesota Twins Game Fridley Community Theatre’s
for those of us 50+ Youth Production of:
Encore is a program designed with the The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever
recently retired or soon-to-retire adult
in mind.
Night Out! Black Violin
Come and join us for a fun group outing
to a Minnesota Twins game as they face
the Boston Red Sox on Dollar Dog night! Fridley Community Theatre’s summer
Enjoy good company and a beautiful ball- youth production is, The Most Epic Birth-
park. day Party Ever. Come out to support Frid-
ley’s youngest preformers!
“Their music will keep classical music Cost includes transportation. Seating is Performances will be June 28 & 29 at 7 pm
alive for the next generation.” — NPR in section 127, rows 9, 10 and 11. You’ll be and June 30 at 3 pm. Tickets on sale at the
right next to the action! We will meet at door.
Black Violin is composed of classically the Fridley Northstar Train Station plat-
trained violist and violinist Wil B. and form. You can park in either the East River Date/Time: June 28 & 29 - 7pm
Kev Marcus, who combine their classical Rd. lot (across the street from Stevenson June 30 - 3pm
training and hip-hop influences to create Elementary) or the Main Street lot (on the Site: FHS-Auditorium
a distinctive multi-genre sound that is corner of 61st Ave. and Main St.). Cost: $7 (General Admission)
often described as “classical boom.” The Train leaves promptly at 5:36 so please $3 (Children 12 and under)
band’s most recent record, Stereotypes, ensure you are there at least 15 minutes
debuted at #1 on the Billboard Classical prior to departure. Slots fill quickly so sign up Spring Birding Walk
Crossover Chart and #4 on the Billboard today! Call 763-502-5102 for further details. Each spring, many species of warblers and
R&B Chart. other birds make their way to the Twin
Date: Wednesday, June 19 Cities. Some are just passing through, as
“Black Violin works hard, but makes it Time: 5:30-10:30pm they continue on to breeding grounds
all look like play… Sometimes they play Site: Fridley Northstar Train Station further north. Some are just arriving to
with the intense seriousness of orches- Cost: $55 (1 ticket) stay for the summer breeding season,
tral soloists; at others they fiddle as if at Class Number: 6252 right in our own “back yards.”
a hoedown; at still others they strum the
violin and viola like guitars.” — The New Bring your passion to learn on this bird
York Times walk at Springbrook Nature Center
Follow Us in Fridley as we explore the area to see
“Black Violin upends cultural and musical @FridleyCommEd and hear these feathered travelers and
stereotypes…an unexpected blend of clas- newly-arrived neighbors. The walk is
sically trained musicianship and hip-hop Like Us intended for beginners, so don’t feel you
beats and inventiveness.” — The Miami FridleyCommEd need prior experience or knowledge.
Herald Binoculars and field guides are helpful.
Cost includes ticket and transportation. Find class updates, special events We will be walking on trails in the park, so
Pick-up and drop-off at Fridley Commu- and more. wear comfortable shoes and appropriate
nity Center. Departure time 6:30 PM, Prefor- clothing for the temperature.
mance 7:30 PM. Limited to 8 tickets.
Date: Friday, May 24
Date: Friday, April 19 Have a class suggestion? Time: 9-10:30am
Time: 6:30-10pm Want to teach a class? Site: Springbrook Nature Center
Site: FCC-Patio Maggie Chandler Instructor: Amber Burnette
Cost: $71 (1 ticket) 763-502-5162 Cost: $15 (1 session)
Class Number: 6251 maggie.chandler@fridley.k12.mn.us Class Number: 6553
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 12Fridley Community Theatre 13 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOG
Fridley Senior Program
Supporting a Balanced Fridley Senior Program Aging Services Advocate
and Well Connected Life Expanded Services:
Through Active Aging. Fridley Community Center is open for Abuse in later life takes many forms, most
often involving emotional and psycholog-
business. Exciting new additions include:
Welcome to the Fridley Senior Program! • Bathrooms on the Senior Side. ical abuse, intimidation and threats, isola-
We offer a complete program of social, • Drinking fountain on the Senior Side. tion, neglect, and financial exploitation.
recreational and educational opportu- • Technology upgrades in room 109, Do you think you or someone you know
nities for members of our community, 112, 114, and 116 (paid in part by the may be experiencing abuse? Alexandra
featuring a robust and active Senior Friends of the Fridley Senior Foun- House offers free and confidential client-
Program held at the Fridley Commu- dation). centered advocacy services to adults 50
nity Center. This is the place for seniors • Centralized offices for all community years and older. To get help or learn more
to play with their friends, learn a new needs. about our services, call 763-795-5479.
skill, pursue a favorite hobby and gener- • Social Worker on site - Office hours
ally have a good time. We’ve designed the 10-11 AM Wednesdays or call for an On-site Social Worker
Senior Program with special activities appointment at 763-502-5121 Bethany Grove is the new social worker
and services intended just for our seniors, • Aging Services Advocate from Alex- working full-time at the FCC! She is a
including social events, monthly outings, andra House - 1st and 3rd Wednes- resource available to seniors and the
exercise classes, and a whole lot more. days from 1-3 PM - Drop-ins are community. She is happy to meet one-on-
welcome or you can call 763-795-5479 one or with groups to answer questions,
Friends of Fridley Senior Program to make an appointment talk through concerns, assist with navi-
A 501-c 3 charitable foundation has been gating resources, and/or make referrals
established to support the long term Senior Services to outside agencies. Contact Bethany at
(763) 502-5121 with questions or leave her
needs of the Fridley Senior Program and
low income seniors in our community. The Bookshelf a confidential voicemail.
Thanks to a generous donation from the A kind volunteer has offered to organize/
Fridley Lions Club, a Lions Share was curate a bookshelf for our casual book Legal Aid for Seniors
established to help low income seniors sharing. We are limited to a few shelves
with remodeling needs so they can stay of space, but if you’d like to bring a few
in their homes safely. books and take a few, the bookshelf is in
the Fireside Room. If you have questions
If you are interested in becoming a Friend about this, please call the senior programs
to the Fridley Senior Program please call phone number at 763-502-5150.
763-502-5162 or e-mail Maggie Chandler
-- any size gift is appreciated and is tax Senior Social Dining
deductible - PLUS donating just got easier Senior Social dining is quickly gaining
go to our Give MN page www.givemn.org! a reputation for wonderful food and a
great time! Come join us on third Fridays The Senior Law Project provides a
at noon! Senior Social dining upcoming monthly outreach service at the Frid-
Contact Information dates: ley Senior Center. Areas of assistance
Maggie Chandler • April 12th (second Friday) include nursing home issues, housing
Senior Program Coordinator • May 17th issues, health insurance, public benefits
763-502-5162 • June 21 (Social Security, Medicare and Medical
maggie.chandler@fridley.k12.mn.us • July 19 Assistance, Subsidized Housing), debt
• August 16 collection, repossession, conservatorship/
Other Numbers: Sign-up for all the meals by calling 763-502- guardianship, landlord/tenant rights and
Senior Progam - 763-502-5150 5150. Pre-registration required at least one conciliation court cases.
Senior Info Line - 763.783-4707 week prior. See you there! Date: 1st Tuesdays
Meals on Wheels - 763-236-3636 Time: 9-10:30am, by appointment
ACCAP Outreach - 763-783-4741 Site: FCC
Store to Door - 651-642-1892 Need an event space? Cost: Free
Chores & More - 763-783-4767 Browse page 18 for Fridley Event
Services rental opportunities.
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 14Fridley Senior Program
Health Insurance Counseling Tech Time with a Librarian Happy Hikers
Make an appointment with a librarian to If you are looking for an opportunity
learn about using electronics. Includes to get more exercise, meet new friends
e-readers tablets, iPads and smart phones. and enjoy nature, then the Happy Hikers
2nd Wednesday of the month. 20-minute walking group would be a good fit for you!
1:1 Appointments starting at 10:30am at These are gentle, scenic walks and the
the Fridley Community Center. Call the trails have easy access. No need to sign
Senior Office 763-502-5150 to register. up, just meet in the designated parking
lot and start! Please do not bring dogs.
Fitness/Wellness
Most park trails are paved and they range
If you are looking for information regard- Foot Care Clinic in length from 1.5 to 3 miles. The trails
ing Medicare, supplemental health insur- The Senior Program, in cooperation loop around past parking lots so you can
ance, Medical Assistance or other insurance with Presbyterian Homes of Minnesota, choose to leave any time. The parks are
related topics, call 763-502-5150 to schedule sponsors Foot Care Clinic on the first and nearby and easy to find. We meet three
an appointment with an insurance coun- third Wednesday of each month. Clients times weekly, you choose how often you
selor. will have their nails trimmed, calluses wish to participate. We gather in the park-
pumiced, and feet massaged. Appoint- ing lot and begin walking at 9:00 a.m.
Date: 1st/3rd Thursday ments can be made by calling 763-502-
Time: By Appointment 5150. Fee is payable the day of your For more information or directions, call
Site: FCC appointment to Presbyterian Homes. volunteer leader Beverly at 763-571-7502.
Senior Outreach Worker Date: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Date: See senior newsletter for schedule
Get help filling out forms for a variety of Time: By Appointment Time: 9am
programs (Energy Assistance, TAP, SNAP) or Site: FCC-Room 110 Site: See senior newsletter for locations
find programs that you qualify for to make Cost: $25 (30 min) $15 (manicure) Cost: Free
life a little easier. Call Kris Moren, Fridley
ACCAP Outreach Worker at 763-783-4741 Gentle Stretch Nordic Walkers
This is a senior stretching class held on
Date: 2nd Monday of the month Tuesday mornings. Emphasis is on soft
Time: 1-3pm stretching, movement, and flexibility.
Site: FCC Appropriate for all fitness levels. The
instructor will evaluate abilities at the first
A Lions Share class and adapt to fit needs. A $4 fee will
The Fridley Lions Club has generously part- be paid to the instructor.
nered with the Friends of Fridley Seniors
Foundation to provide financial assistance Date: Tuesdays
to low-income Fridley Seniors that need Time: 10-11am
help with home modifications or mainte- Site: FCC-Dance Floor (Lower Level) Nordic Walking is a “whole body exercise”
nance. Our mission is to keep seniors safe Cost: $4 (per session) moving both your arms and legs, and, as
in their homes for as long as possible. you practice, you increase walking speed,
take longer strides, and swing your arms,
Grants are for a portion of the costs. Other Community Education in a bigger arc. This motion engages
resources are also available to help. Contact Advisory Council upper body and core muscles. Nordic
Maggie Chandler at 763-502-5162 with ques- Walking Poles are available for loan at
tions or application form. Thanks to the If you would like to join the Frid- no charge (donations welcome) from the
Fridley Lions for their continued support! ley Community Education Advi- Senior Center. Contact the Senior office
sory Council or have any questions, for more information 763-502-5150.
Chores and More contact Stephen Keeler at:
Need help with yard work, snow removal, or 763-502-5106 or Date: Wednesdays
cleaning your home? Call Chores and More stephen.keeler@fridley.k12.mn.us Time: 10am
for more details on how they can help! Call Site: See senior newsletter for locations
763-783-4767 for more details. Cost: Free
15 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOGFridley Senior Program
Volunteer Opportunities Healthy Sleep Great Decisions Program
In this class we will be talking about South Africa
Rockin’ Nanas the different types of sleep and how to The African National Congress (ANC)
Love kids? The Rockin’ Nanas program is
improve it! We will begin by talking about party has governed South Africa since the
seeking individuals who are interested in
why sleep matters, and what happens end of apartheid in 1994. But the party
reading, rocking, playing, feeding or lead-
when you don’t get enough sleep. From today suffers from popular frustration
ing crafts with small children. Minimum
there we will go into the stages of sleep, over official corruption and economic
commitment is one morning or afternoon
common sleep challenges- like sleeping stagnation. It faces growing threats from
per week. Call Christine at 763-502-5142
when you are stressed or experiencing both left and right opposition parties,
to get more information and an applica-
pain. Then, we’ll wrap up the class with even as intraparty divisions surface.
tion. Background screening required.
tips for a better night’s sleep. Given America’s history of opportunis-
tic engagement with Africa, there are
Instructional Date: Thursday, May 16 few prospects for a closer relationship
Time: 1-2pm between the two countries. Meanwhile,
Joy of Painting Site: FCC-Room 105 (Conference Room) a weaker ANC could lead to political frag-
Join us for painting with Kitty Swanson
Instructor: Jesse Sweeney mentation in a relatively new democracy.
with instruction in the style of Bob Ross.
Cost: $5 (1 session) Date: Tuesday, April 16
Date: Wednesday, June 12 Class Number: 6554 Time: 9:30-11am
Time: 1-4pm Site: FCC-Room 109
Site: FCC-Room 112 Planning the Perfect Move Instructor: Dr. Leon Rodrigues
Instructor: Kitty Swanson Thinking about selling your home this Cost: $5 (1 session)
Cost: $55 (1 session) spring or summer? Now’s the time to Class Number: 6553A
Class Number: 6357A get thinking about one of your biggest
investments and what it means for your Media & Foreign Policy
Date: Wednesday, July 10
future. Planning your Move will bring in State and non-state actors today must
Time: 1-4pm
three experts to teach you about getting maneuver a complex and rapidly evolving
Site: FCC-Room 112
your home ready to sell. Hear from media landscape. Conventional journal-
Instructor: Kitty Swanson
local Realtor, GRI Renee Miller of Keller ism now competes with user-generated
Cost: $55 (1 session)
Williams Classic Realty she’ll touch on content. Official channels of communica-
Class Number: 6357B
understanding home values, timing your tion can be circumvented through social
Date: Wednesday, August 14 move, market statistics and how real- media. Foreign policy is tweeted from the
Time: 1-4pm tors market your home. You’ll learn from White House and “fake news” has entered
Site: FCC-Room 112 Buyer agents tips on what to expect from the zeitgeist. Cyberwarfare, hacking and
Instructor: Kitty Swanson a home inspection and how to prepare for misinformation pose complex security
Cost: $55 (1 session) it. Finally what to do with all of your trea- threats. How are actors using media to
Class Number: 6357C sures as you downsize and how to prepare pursue and defend their interests in the
for the physical move are important steps international arena? What are the impli-
Test Your Nutrition IQ to consider as well. Laurie Wrobel with cations for U.S. policy?
In this class, we will be talking all about Clutter 911, will share her expertise to Date: Tuesday, May 21
nutrition! We’ll start by covering some round out your day. Guaranteed to get Time: 9:30-11am
of the basics like how food helps keep us you inspired and organized for your “next Site: FCC-Room 109
healthy. Then, we’ll learn what calories steps.” Instructor: Dr. Thomas Wolfe
are and how many you need. We’ll also Cost: $5 (1 session)
take a closer look at the main components Date: Wednesday, May 22 Class Number: 6553B
of food: carbohydrates, proteins and fat. Time: 10-11:30am
Join us for a fun discussion and test your Site: FCC-Room 105 (Conference Room)
nutrition IQ! Instructor: Laurie Wrobel
Date: Thursday, April 18 Cost: $5 (1 session)
Time: 1-2pm Class Number: 6552
Site: FCC-Room 105 (Conference Room)
Instructor: Jesse Sweeney
Cost: $5 (1 session)
Class Number: 6402
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 16Fridley Senior Program
Clubs & Leagues BINGO JAMS - Jammas Are My Specialty
Join us every Thursday for 10 rounds of Join this talented group of individuals
BINGO. When someone at your table that love to sew! They make pajamas,
Coffee, Cards wins so do all the table mates! We like to t-shirts and sweatpants for anyone in
& Conversation pass the luck around. need. Most of the articles are made from
All older adults, age 55 and older, are donated material.
invited to participate in any of our Date: Thursdays For more information please call the Senior
weekly card parties. There is no need Time: 10-11:15am Center.
to pre-register, just show up and join Site: FCC-Room 112/114
in the fun! Date: Thursdays
Cost: $2
Time: 12-3pm
Site: King of Glory Lutheran Church
Bridge Book Club
10103 University Avenue NE, Blaine, MN
Date: Mondays Members meet on a monthly basis to
Cost: Free
Time: 1-3:30 PM discuss selected books and authors.
Upcoming Books:
Site: FCC-Room 112
• April - The Art of Racing in the Rain,
Special Events
Social 500 Author: Garth Stein
27th Annual Anoka County Crib-
Date: Tuesdays bage Tournament!
Time: 9:30-11:30 AM Date: Fourth Tuesday
Join us for our annual Anoka County
Site: FCC-Room 114 Time: 10-11am
Cribbage Tounament. Register with your
Site: FCC-Room 112
partner by, Thursday, April 13th. Tourna-
500 Cost: Free
ment open to participants registered at
Date: Wednesdays an Anoka County Site (Age 55 and Over).
Time: 1-3:30 PM Hardanger Club
Cash Prizes! Traveling Trophy! Fun!
Site: FCC-Room 114 Meets weekly.
Date: Thursday, April 25
Cribbage Date: Wednesdays through May 30 Time: 1pm
Date: Fridays Time: 9-11am Site: FCC-Room 112/114/116
Time: 1-3:30 PM Site: FCC-Room 112 Cost: $14 (per couple)
Site: FCC-Room 114 Cost: Free Class Number: 6551
Monthly Cards Quilters Club Padelford Riverboat Cruise
These games happen once a month. Meets weekly. A great activity to get out and enjoy the
splendor of the mighty Mississippi. This
Tournament Bridge Date: Fridays 2-hour cruise departs from Harriet Island
Date: Second Wednesday Time: 9-11am in Saint Paul and features live entertain-
Time: 9:30-11:30 AM Site: FCC-Room 116 ment by the Mississippi Minstrels, who
Site: FCC-Room 114 Cost: Free have been playing aboard the Padelford
Riverboats for over 30 years. Boarding
Hand & Foot Campaign of Cheer begins 30 minutes before departure.
Date: Last Wednesday This volunteer group makes wheelchair/ Cost includes ticket, transportation, boxed
Time: 9:30-11:30 AM walker caddies, lap robes, and blankets for lunch, complimimentary coffee, cookies
Site: FCC-Room 114 children at the Ronald McDonald House, and chaperone ticket for the tour. Pick-up
battered women’s shelter, and veteran’s and drop-off at 6085 7th St NE, Fridley, MN
Video Theater home. New members always welcome. 55432 (parking lot off 61st). Departure time
Join us for a movie on Tuesday afternoons. 8:45 AM, 9:30 AM boat loading. Limited to
We will show classic films as well as new Date: Mondays 10 tickets.
releases. Watch for our senior newsletter Time: 8:30-11am Date: Wednesday, August 14
for movie information. Site: FCC-Room 114/116
Time: 8:45am-1pm
Site: FCC-61st Ave Parking Lot
Date: Tuesdays Cost: $35
Time: 1-3pm Class Number: 6555
Site: FCC-Room 109
Cost: Free
17 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOGEvent Services & Rentals
Looking for a place to host your next event? Rental opportuni- District Auditorium / Theater
ties are available through Fridley Event Services. Our facilities
are an excellent option for any group large or small! Auditorium/Theater
Fridley District Auditorium at Fridley High School
Whether you are planning to host a conference, banquet, meet- • Seating for up to 715
ing, training, private party, performance (theatre, dance, and • Proscenium stage with full fly loft
concert) or athletic event we have the space that is right for • Orchestra pit
you! Our facilities are conveniently located, easily-accessible • Lighting and sound system
and fully serviced. • Ideal for seminars, conferences, weddings, religious gath-
erings, musical and theatrical productions, plus much
We can accommodate groups looking for a location to meet more
once, weekly, monthly, or annually. Our service stands out
because of the personal attention our customers receive in all
phases of the planning process as well as during and after their
event.
Our goal is to partner with you in each stage of the planning
process to ensure your event is the absolute best it can be!
Locations
Fridley Community Center
6085 Seventh Street NE Fridley, MN 55432
Conveniently located approximately one mile north of Highway
694 on 61st Ave NE
Fridley High School
6000 West Moore Lake Dr. Fridley, MN 55432
Conveniently located approximately 1/2 mile north of Highway
694 on West Moore Lake Dr.
Fridley Middle School
6100 West Moore Lake Dr. Fridley, MN 55432
Conveniently located approximately 3/4 mile north of Highway
694 on West Moore Lake Dr.
Facility Amenities
Our facilities include the following amenities:
LCD projection equipment and screen
Sound system
Wireless microphones
High speed, wireless internet
FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 18Event Services & Rentals
Conferences & Banquet Space The Cafe at
Meeting Rooms & Party Space Fridley Middle School
• Multi-purpose room ideal for
Fridley Community Center The Community Rooms at banquets/award events
Fridley Community Center • Audio/Visual equipment
• Seating for up to 200
The Cafe at
Fridley High School
• Multi-purpose room ideal for
banquets/award events
• Access to beautiful outdoor court-
yard space
• Audio/Visual equipment
Meeting facilities for 10-200 with 8-10 • Seating for up to 225
breakout rooms. • Multi-purpose room, ideal for meet-
ings, workshops, banquets/award
Athletic Facilities events. Information, Tours,
• Audio/Visual equipment and Bookings
Gymnasiums at • Seating for up to 150 For information, to schedule a tour,
Fridley High School • Access to outdoor patio space or to book a facility contact:
• Main gym with seating for up to 500 Tiger Territory (Lower Level) at Maggie Chandler
• Concession Area Fridley Community Center Sales & Marketing
• Auxiliary gym • Multi-purpose room ideal for birth- Phone: 763 502-5104
• Locker room facilities available day parties, showers and small
receptions. Dan Wold
Gymnasiums at • Dance Floor with sound system Auditorium & Events Coordinator
Fridley Middle School • Audio/Visual equipment Phone: 763 502-5631
• Main gym with seating for up to 200 • Seating for up to 100
• Auxiliary gym Fridley Community Center
• Locker room facilities available The Banquet Hall at 6085 Seventh Street NE
Fridley Community Center Fridley, MN 55432
The Pool at
Fridley Middle School For Pricing & Booking
• Available for private parties & events www.fridleyeventservices.com
• Lifeguards on duty 763-502-5104
Tennis Courts at
Fridley High School
• 6 courts available
• Reasonably priced
Athletic Fields • Multi-purpose room ideal for
• Football fields banquets/award events
• Soccer fields • Audio/Visual equipment Advertise with Us
• Baseball fields • Seating for up to 175 For more information on placing an
• Softball fields ad in the catalog, call 763-502-5106,
• Multi-use green space stop into the Fridley Community
• Reasonably priced Center office, or visit our website at
www.fridleycommed.com.
19 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 CLASS CATALOGYouth Enrichment
Dance Enrichment Summer Chess Camp (Grades K-8)
Challenge yourself! Play Chess! Exercise
Fridley Area Just For Kix Driver’s Ed Training (Ages 14-18) your brain! This is an excellent opportu-
Classroom training can be taken by nity to develop better Chess Skills in the
students who are 14-1/2 years or older summer! In addition to playing chess in
and consists of 10 three-hour lessons. a relaxed, friendly setting, campers will
Each lesson is independent and can be also get to play a variety of other enjoyable
taken in any order. If a lesson is missed, board games, puzzles and sport activities.
the student can make it up when and Players will be divided by skill level.
where it is convenient at either another Receive $5 off for registering multiple chil-
Fridley Community Education class or at dren (must call or stop in to apply discount).
a Safeway classroom. Lesson calendars are
available on Safeway’s web site. Date: Monday - Thursday, June 10 - 13
Summer Class Offerings Time: 8am-12pm
Come dance with Just For Kix this Behind-the-wheel training consists of 3 Site: FCC-Conference Room (105)
summer! Open to both new and expe- two-hour private lessons which can be Instructor: Twin Cities Chess
rienced dancers. Classes will focus on scheduled online or by calling Safeway’s Cost: $80 (4 sessions)
technique, flexibility and strength, and office (651-351-9150). Pick-up and drop- Class Number: 2245
learning a fun dance routine! Older off is at home, school or work. Training is
classes focus on kick and jazz technique, done in a white late-model car with Safe- “Hey Girl” A program of Growth,
and may be split based on experience way’s “Student Driver” graphics. Independence, Responsibility and
level. Leadership (Ages 13-16)
Classroom training and Behind-the- As a Certified Life Coach Practitioner
wheel training are included in the cost. and Youth Mentor Instructor, Mrs. Sims’
Dates: Mondays, July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5
Location: FMS-Cafeteria Safeway Driving School was selected by goal is to establish ongoing relationships
Class Offerings: (2019-20 grades) Fridley Community Education to provide aimed to achieving personal growth
teen driver’s education. Safeway is the and self-development for adolescences
Hip Hop: 5:15-6pm - Grades 1-8 largest driving school in Minnesota. It in areas of self-esteem, confidence, and
Petites: 6-6:30pm - Pre, K,1st Grade has an A+ rating with BBB and is a BBB communication skills. Mrs.Sims has been
Mini: 6:30-7:30pm - Grades 2-5th Accredited Business. Safeway has 70 expe- a supporter for youth for over 6 years
Junior: 7:30-8:30pm - Grades 6-12th rienced instructors backgrounded and through mentoring programs and teen
licensed by the MN Dept. of Public Safety. groups. She continues to grow programs
For more information: that strive to give hope to our youth who
Emily Fausher Date: Monday-Thursday, April 8 - 25 are in need of advocates that believe in
Time: 3:15-6:15pm them. This camp will provide a safe and
Phone: 612-418-9138 Site: FHS-Room 171 fun space where girls can have freedom of
Email: Instructor: Safeway Driving School expression and embrace their true selves.
Fridley_mn@justforkix.com Cost: $340 (10 sessions) The girls will be building long-lasting
Website: Class Number: 2240A friendships with other girls that share
justforkix.com/danceclasses/fridley-mn Date: Monday-Friday, June 17-28 similar experiences through daily fun
activities. If you have a young girl that is
Time: 1-4pm ready to have some fun for the summer,
Register by June 29th at: Site: FHS-Room 171
www.justforkix.com/danceclasses sign up today.
Instructor: Safeway Driving School Meets in Room 179 at Fridley Middle School.
Cost: $340 (10 sessions) Breakfast and lunch provided. No transpor-
Class Number: 2240B tation provided. No class July 1-5
Date: Monday - Friday, June 17 - July 11
Time: 8:30am-2:30pm
Free Summer Lunch Program Site: FCC-Conference Room 179
Instructor: Aloda Sims
Fridley Publics Schools is honored to offer free summer lunches to children age 18
Cost: $260 (14 sessions)
and younger at Fridley High School and Stevenson Elementary, Monday through
Class Number: 2250
Thursday, June 17 – July 18, 2019. Call 763-502-5022 for more details.
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