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ECFE - Parent/Child Classes 2026/2027Category -
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ECFE - Parent/Child Open GymCategory -
Early Birds HourOpen to 3rd - 5th grade students - if you have a younger sibling, you may call 952-449-8363 or email Katie at katie.gram@orono.k12.mn.us to request care. (Care is not guaranteed for younger siblings) Early Birds Hour is for students in grades 3 - 5 who need to be dropped off between 8 - 9 am on school days only. Supervised game and outdoor time will be provided.Child Care Program
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Easter Egg Decorating - Caregiver & ChildCookingJoin Chef Noah for a fun morning of hands-on Easter egg decorating! Participants will receive three hard-boiled eggs to customize with their own unique patterns using a wax-resist technique. Then personally choose your own dye color and dip each egg, allowing caregivers to leave the dyeing mess at the Iron Exchange this Easter season. After the decorating fun, stay and enjoy a delicious pizza bar and salad for both the child (ages 5 and up) and their accompanying adult, which is included in the registration fee! (Beverages will be available for purchase).Winter/Spring 2026 -
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WaitlistEasy Partner DancingSpecial Interest & HobbiesThe perfect class for couples wanting to spice up their relationship and try something new together! Learn simple dance moves, all set to your favorite music - from oldies to today’s top hits. No pressure, no stress - just a relaxed, supportive environment where everyone can have a great time. Couples stay partnered. For more information, visitwww.ConstantineDance.com.Winter/Spring 2026 -
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Family Playtime (Birth-Age 5)ECFE - Mondays Together 2025-2026Come and play with your child! This class will include free-choice activities all throughout the classroom. Whether you’re crawling, running, building, or playing pretend, there’s something for everyone! Caregivers stay with their children during this time. A licensed Parent Educator will be leading this class for informal conversation, support, and parenting questions.Winter/Spring 2026 -
Fast-Track to Social Media Marketing for Business - Virtual ClassTechnologyTake your business to new heights with our 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.Winter/Spring 2026 -
FencingSports & FitnessNew and experienced fencers are invited. Join this fast-paced, inclusive Olympic sport. YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches new skills each class, practices those skills in kid-friendly fencing games, and encourages students to use those skills in fencing bouts. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates, and jacket. Visit YELKids.com for more info.Winter/Spring 2026
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First Peek into PreschoolECFE - Parent/Child Classes 2025-2026WaitlistNew Class! First Peek into Preschool is a drop-off class to help get your little one ready for Preschool when they are three! This registration is an add-on and must include registration in one of the other traditional ECFE classes as well (Terrific Twos, Marvelous Mixed Ages, or ECFE in the Evenings). Children should be age 2 as of September 1st, 2025 to best fit in this class. A traditional ECFE Class includes… Parent-Child Activity Time: time for families to explore a classroom filled with developmentally appropriate play and learning activities planned by a licensed early childhood teacher. Parent-Child Circle Time: time for parents to help their children with their first experiences in a large group activity at school. ECFE teachers are famous for the fun and creative ways they encourage language, music and your imagination. Parent Discussion Time: time for parents to meet with a licensed parent educator to share support, experiences and information about child development and parenting techniques. Separating - parent discussion time is held in a separate room. Children’s Activity Time: time for children to learn with the licensed early childhood teachers/staff and practice social skills as they interact with each other.School Year 2025/2026
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Fitness & RecreationGet your body moving!Category -
Fitness Punch CardFitness & RecreationPurchase a Fitness Punch Card and drop into any adult fitness class on your time and your schedule. This is the perfect option if you cannot commit to a full class or want to try multiple different types of classes. Punch cards are valid for 6 months. Purchase another card if you run out of punches! Punch cards are kept in the Activities Center Fitness Room (30 & 31). The punch card is NOT VALID for pickleball classes, aquatics programs, virtual classes, private lessons or open gyms. Senior and Activities Center Membership discounts can not be applied toward a Punch Card purchase. Please contact our office at 952-449-8350 to confirm that a class has enough enrollments to run before dropping in for the first time.Winter/Spring 2026 -
Fizzy, Fun & Slime LabScience & NatureJump into the fizzy, fun, and slime lab! Create rainbow fizz, erupting ice cream cone volcanoes, water bead stress balls, and an array of ooey gooey slime creations. This hands-on class is packed with science, messy fun, and endless excitement!Winter/Spring 2026 -
Frida Kahlo - At Home Art KitArtFrom creating vibrant self-portraits to crafting nature-inspired designs, each project celebrates Frida’s unique style and powerful storytelling. This kit encourages self-expression and imagination while introducing young artists to the inspiring world of Frida Kahlo. It’s a wonderful way for kids to embrace their creativity and honor Frida’s artistic legacy.Each box includes 4 projects! Kit available to order through March 1. Kits will be available for pickup at Orono Community Education at Door E24 (705 Old Crystal Bay Rd. N.) beginning February 1. We will send an email reminder about pick-up dates and times.Winter/Spring 2026 -
Fused Glass Blue PlateCreative ArtsCreate a one-of-a-kind small plate in this beginner-friendly fused glass class! You'll work with beautiful shades of blue glass to design a unique pattern. Choose from a classic striped, checkered, or mosaic layout making this piece a vibrant addition to your home or a wonderful gift. A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class. Since the plate must go through a special kiln-firing process, your beautiful finished project will be ready for pick-up on any Wednesday after March 18th between 7 - 8:30 PM.Winter/Spring 2026 -
WaitlistFused Glass Garden ArtCreative ArtsAdd a flash of color to your pots, planters, flowerbeds or garden! In this class, you will create a fused glass totem and stake. A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class. Additional items can be made during class for an extra material fee payable at class. Due to the fusing cycle, you will need to return to the studio on any Wednesday after May 20th between 7 - 8:30pm.Winter/Spring 2026 -
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Fused Glass Open StudioCreative ArtsFused Glass Open Studio provides time and space to create fused glass projects for beginner and advanced participants. A facilitator will be on hand for advice and support. A $25 material fee will be collected at the studio for each new punch card. Participants are asked to bring their own glass (COE90-preferred), cutting tools and molds (sharing of materials is also an option). It is recommended that participants have taken at least one fused glass class before joining Open Studio. Punch cards have 8 punches and are valid for 12 months.Winter/Spring 2026 -
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Game Coding: Nintendo Characters - Virtual ClassTechnology & EngineeringLearn the fundamentals of coding by creating a Nintendo-themed game using Scratch. Home Technical Requirements: ● Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM ● Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work. ● Internet: Broadband internet ● Webcam, Microphone and Speakers ● Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. ● Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard.Winter/Spring 2026 -
Game On! Sports Sign WorkshopCreative ArtsHit a Home Run with your decor! Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll personally stain and paint a 12-inch wooden round sign themed for your favorite sport! We guide you step-by-step through the process, allowing you to customize your sign with a name and number using your choice of stain and paint colors. No experience is needed! All materials are provided, and you'll take your personalized, game-ready sign home the very same night. Please Note: To ensure your custom stencil is ready, registration will close one week early. Please enter your choice of sport sign (baseball, softball, tennis, pickleball, golf, football, basketball, hockey, volleyball, soccer, cross country, or bowling) along with your personalized name and number during registration.Winter/Spring 2026 -
Garden Goddess Plant StakesCreative ArtsCreate a unique and vibrant Garden Goddess plant stake to adorn your plants or garden in this exciting fused glass class! You'll personalize a pre-cut female glass form by decorating it with a beautiful array of colorful glass accessories like stringers, noodles, frit balls, and scrap glass. A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class. Due to the necessary kiln-firing process, your finished piece will be ready for pick-up on any Wednesday after April 29th between 7 - 8:30 PM. When you return to the studio, you'll complete your goddess by stringing decorative beads onto the copper "hair" wires, as the beads cannot be fired in the kiln.Winter/Spring 2026 -
Georgia O'Keefe - At Home Art KitArtFrom crafting a beautiful poppy to painting a watercolor sky, each project celebrates O'Keeffe's love for nature. Spark creativity and self-expression while teaching her unique style. Perfect for young artists to create masterpieces inspired by a legend. Each box includes 4 projects! Kit available to order through March 1. Kits will be available for pickup at Orono Community Education at Door E24 (705 Old Crystal Bay Rd. N.) beginning February 1. We will send an email reminder about pick-up dates and times.Winter/Spring 2026 -
Glass Mosaic Bird BathCreative ArtsJoin us this spring to make a one-of-a-kind bird bath. In this class, you will decorate a terra-cotta drip tray with pieces of stained glass. The bird bath can be placed on the ground or on a wrought-iron stand (not included). Grouting will take place on the second day of class, and if weather permits, students will grout outdoors. A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class. Register for the Glass Mosaic Terracotta Pot class on April 13 & 14 to create a matching stand for your bird bath!Winter/Spring 2026 -
Glass Mosaic Terracotta PotCreative ArtsAdd a personal touch to your pots this spring! With guided instruction, you will design, cut, glue, and grout your own unique mosaic pattern onto your pot. Choose from two different size pots for this project. All tools and materials are available at our glass studio. A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class. Call to register participants ages 14-17 (must attend with an enrolled adult). Register for the Glass Mosaic Bird Bath class on April 27 & 30 to combine your projects into an elevated bird bath!Winter/Spring 2026 -
WaitlistGlitter CrushArtDoes glitter make you giddy? Are you desperate for more dazzle? Come glitter crush with us as we create projects that sparkle and shine. Sculpt a dolphin out of air-dry clay, and then cover it with glitter!Winter/Spring 2026