Get ready for a glow-tastic adventure that will light up your child’s imagination! Each project will glow-in-the-dark! Using clay, paint, and other luminescent materials, you'll have a blast as you create dazzling masterpieces you’ll be proud to show off. Let’s explore creativity in a new way!

Be ready to laugh, relax, connect with the community and enjoy some friendly goats during this fun and unique yoga class! Class includes a 45 minute instructor-led gentle flow yoga session starting at 10 am. You will be joined by several goats, including adorable baby goats! After the yoga session, there will be photo opportunities and a chance to bottle feed the baby goats. Receive a free treat from a local cottage baker and a chance to shop the Rockin Porch Farms Collection of goat's milk soaps and lotions. Rockin Porch Farms Goat Yoga is located on a tennis court surrounded by beautiful trees, ponds and farm animals. Bring a friend or family member and try this one-of-a-kind yoga! Here are a few important reminders ahead of the event: Please arrive 10 min early Participants ages 10 - 17 may register and attend ONLY with an enrolled adult Dress for the weather and in clothes you don't mind getting dirty Bring your own yoga mat or towel Wearing your hair in a ponytail is highly recommended We will have cleaning wipes and hand sanitizer available afterwards Directions to Rockin Porch Farms: 1722 Tamarack Drive, Long Lake Located on Cherokee Road not Tamarack Drive. You may park along the right hand side of Cherokee Road or in the driveway. Do not park in the yard as the grass is tender and muddy right now. We will gather near the tennis court. **By registering for this class, you are accepting all terms of the Rockin Porch Farms Goat Yoga waiver.** **For registrations under the age of 18 years old, a parent or guardian must agree to these terms on behalf.**

New and returning students invited. Learn, practice, and play chess in each class. The {YEL!} Teach It!…Practice It!...Play It! method keeps students on track with new chess lessons and puzzles each week as well as guided games and in-class tournaments. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session. Sign up today to THINK, LEARN and PLAY WELL with {YEL!}.

This 5-hour, in-person class is your fast track to becoming a confident fly angler. Join Master Guide, Scott in western Wisconsin as you learn the essentials of fly fishing. The first hour will cover: gear, rigging, knots, and the best flies for our local waters. Then, you'll hit the dry ground for a focused fly casting lesson. Finally, you'll suit up in waders and boots to fish for wild trout on one of Western Wisconsin's rivers, the Kinnickinnic or the Rush. All necessary fishing gear (rods, reels, flies, waders, boots, etc.) is provided. Participants are required to bring a one-day, Wisconsin fishing license with an inland trout stamp. The instructor will share the specific class location the week of class for optimal fishing conditions. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind class opportunity!

Make it a date night, or bring a friend! Get the scoop on Irish food plus historical notes on St. Patrick's Day, and then swing into an extensive menu of terrific Irish fare. Smoked Fish Pate as an appetizer, Beef Braised in Guinness plus Beer-Braised Pork Tenderloin for main dishes. From the humble potato comes the famous Colcannon (Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) and a delicious Cabbage with Bacon. Who does not adore homemade Irish Soda Bread? Wrap up your meal with splendid Jam Cake. Supply fee of $16 due to instructor at class by cash or check.

Jr. STEM Club brings fun, hands-on lessons every week to introduce engineering concepts. Students focus on developing 21st century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. These life skills give students the confidence to approach challenges in their lives and realize that they can succeed in almost anything. Session 1: Aerospace Engineering Rocket, Environmental Engineering Pinwheel, Mechanical Engineering Sled, Civil Engineering Bird's Nest, Mechanical Engineering Snowball Launcher, Optical Engineering Kaleidoscope Session 2: Aerospace Engineering Boomerang, Chemical Engineering Bouncy Ball, Mechanical Engineering Mini Trampoline, Marine Engineering Self-Propelled Boat, Mechanical Engineering Straw Grabber, Electrical Engineering Constellation Projector

It’s your moment to bring your idol dreams to life! Join us as we learn the dynamic choreography to “Golden” from the hit film K-Pop Demon Hunters. This upbeat class offers a fun workout while helping you sharpen your dance skills and confidence.

There are six lanes available for lap swim, and the diving well is accessible for self-guided aqua exercise. Morning lap swim is open to adults and students over 15 years of age. Afternoon lap swim is for ages 18 years or older. There will be pool supervision during afternoon lap, but no lifeguard on duty. Swim at your own risk. Check-in with your I.D. for the 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM lap swim at the Community Education office in the Education Link. Enter through Door E24. Dates: Dates: January 5 - May 30 *No lap swim January 19, February 16, March 23- 27, and May 25. Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 6:15 - 7:30 am Tuesday & Thursday, Lunchtime Lap: 11:30 - 1:00 pm Fitness cards may be purchased at the pool or online. Valid for six months and good for Lap Swim and Master Swim. Adult Prices: (Free with Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $120 10 Punches: $60 5 Punches: $30 Per Visit: $8 Senior Prices: (Free with Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $108 10 Punches: $54 5 Punches: $27 Per Visit: $7 Pick up a monthly pool calendar outside the Community Education Office, at the Orono Activities Center or look online at oronoschools.org and click Community Education > Aquatics. The pool schedule is subject to change.

Ready to kick up your heels and hit the dance floor? Boot-scoot and boogie over to the Orono Activities Center for our brand NEW, beginner-friendly line dancing class! Holly makes learning a breeze, breaking down every move so it’s simple to follow. Line dancing is back and better than ever, so you'll walk away with fun new steps you can use anywhere. No partner? No problem! Grab your pals, bring a date, or come solo. This class is about having a great time and moving to awesome classic and current music across a variety of genres. Join us for the perfect, fun Friday night out!

Even with the best of intentions, most people struggle to find the right words or deeds to support those they're close to who are grieving a loss. We will explore techniques to be more comfortable and better able to support the grievers you care about. It is intended for friends, family, or community members who want to learn how to support children, young adults, or adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. This workshop will: Provide an understanding of what grief is and how it manifests. Introduce meaningful steps for supporting someone who is grieving. Inform as to what to say and what to avoid, and suggest actions that are truly helpful. Children ages 14 - 18 years old may register with an adult registration.

Join us for an evening mixing, baking, and decorating your own charming 8-inch cake to take home and share with family, friends or co-workers. No prior decorating experience is required, and everything will be provided for you. You'll see that great results don't always need special tools. Nancy has all sorts of clever tricks up her sleeve to show just how easy and downright fu baking can be! A $20.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor in class.

4 Community Theatre and Orono Community Education have teamed up again to bring you Madagascar Jr.! Join Alex, Marty, Melman, Gloria, and those mischievous penguins in Madagascar Jr. - The Musical Adventure of a Lifetime! Based on the hit DreamWorks movie, this fun-filled show is packed with hilarious characters, catchy songs, and plenty of dancing lemurs. Best part? Everyone who auditions gets a role! CAST Audition Information: https://omstheater.my.canva.site/ Auditions: March 18 - 20 3 - 6 PM Rehearsals: March 30 - May 6 Performances May 7-10 Full rehearsal schedule with times and location will be available after auditions. CREW Jobs: From lights and sound to costumes, sets, and stage management, crew members help bring Alex, Marty, Melman, Gloria, and those mischievous penguins to life. Based on the hit DreamWorks movie, this fun-filled show is packed with hilarious characters, catchy songs, and plenty of dancing lemurs — and we need a strong crew to make the adventure happen! Rehearsal dates: April 20 - May 6 Performances: May 7 - 10 Director: Katy Sherman Assistant Director: Tom Branham 4 Community Theatre

Put Newton’s laws of motion into motion as you build things that move, zoom and fly! From gravity ziplines to balloon-powered cars, learn to build projects for speed, power and distance. 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.

Separating: Parent discussion time is held in a separate room. A typical 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. 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.

Our 8 week Marvelous Mixed Ages ECFE class is a fun and engaging class for families with children birth to age 5! Enjoy hands-on playtime, circle time, and meaningful parent discussions, all led by licensed teachers.

Participants must register with U.S. Masters Swimming at usms.org. U.S. Masters Swimming is a national membership-oriented nonprofit that provides membership benefits to swimmers across the country. Self-led with swim workouts available upon request. To learn more about the Masters Swim program at Orono, contact Alden at alden.vonbargen@orono.k12.mn.us. Orono's West Metro Masters Swim Team Dates: January 5 - May 30 Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 5 - 6:15 am No masters January 19, February 16, March 23 - 27, & May 25 Fitness punch cards may be purchased at the pool or online. Valid for six months and good for Lap Swim and Master Swim. Adult Prices: (Free with Activities Center membership) 20 Punches: $12010 Punches: $605 Punches: $30Per Visit: $8 Senior Prices: (Free with Activities Center membership) 4 month unlimited (September - December): $120 20 Punches: $10810 Punches: $545 Punches: $27Per Visit: $7 Pick up a monthly pool calendar outside the Community Education Office, at the Orono Activities Center or look online at oronoschools.org and click Community Education > Aquatics. The pool schedule is subject to change.