Adult Enrichment
South St. Paul Adult Enrichment Program offers classes and activities for adults ages 15 and up based on the needs and interests of community members. Some of the most popular classes include Writing Your Own Will, Holiday Cooking and Candy Take-and-Bake, Hypnosis: Weight Loss-Stop Smoking/Chewing Tobacco, Home Repair Basics, Tap Dance, and How to Use Microsoft Excel. Most classes are held during the evening on weekdays in buildings in South St. Paul, West St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights.
Upcoming SOUTH ST. PAUL COURSES
Mindfulness and Meditation (online)
Many people struggle with meditation and staying in the present moment. In this class you will attain different skills to keep you in the present moment and get the most out of your meditations. As part of being in the present moment you will learn to experience life through all 5 senses. There will be several exercises throughout the class to help you master these new life skills.
Tuesday, February 17
6-8 pm
1 session - $45
Virtual/At-Home
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Four Successful strategies to protect the house, farm, cabin and more before and after your death
The concern: Our family has a cabin, homestead, hunting land, farm or second home: How do we protect this family legacy and move its use and enjoyment into the future?
The problem: Various sources and forces threaten its very existence: The nursing home and Medicaid (MA), estate taxes, family divorces, creditor and bankruptcy issues, taxes and operating expenses, unequal resources of owners, the in-laws, and use and enjoyment equality.
The answer: We will provide real-life solutions and explore four paths to resolution that will solve our problems without driving the family apart or sacrificing the family legacy asset.
Tuesday, February 17
6:30-7:30 pm
1 session - Free for SSP Senior Center Members, $12 All Others
Central Square, SSP
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Line dance: sweet caroline
Get out onto the floor and sing along & dance 'cause the iconic Neil Diamond song is "So good! So Good!" and... "So fun!" No partner needed.
Monday, March 2
6-7 pm
1 session - $15
SSP High School
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Salsa Dance Workshop
Add spice to your week with a bit of Salsa! Sassy spins, flirty moves and a close hold creates a fun night. So much fun you may not want to let go by the end of class! Couples only please.
Monday, March 2
7-9 pm
1 session - $34 per couple
SSP High School
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Unleash your inner artist: a fun, step-by-step paint and sip experience!
Join us for an enriching painting event designed for all skill levels! Whether you're a seasoned painter or have never touched a brush, this is the perfect opportunity to let your imagination soar. We will paint with acrylic paint on canvas, and the canvas will be pre-drawn and ready to paint! What to expect: step by step instruction, guidance: our friendly instructor will lead you through each stage, no experience needed, a relaxing atmosphere, take home your art at the end.
Tuesday, March 3
6-8 pm
1 session - $25 (8x10 canvas panel), $35 (8x10 stretched canvas), $45 (11x14 stretched canvas)
Central Square, SSP
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Vitamins & herbs: facts and fallacies (online)
Confusion abounds about vitamin supplements. Do you need them? Which ones are best? How do you choose? In this workshop, you will learn the 7 guidelines that determine if a supplement is well balanced or a waste of money. (The instructor DOES NOT sell any supplements). Also, we'll discuss what current research says about: antioxidants, phytochemicals, anti-aging nutrients, colloidal minerals, sustained release formulas, as well as Collagen, Glucosamine Chondroitin, Melatonin, Ginkgo, Ginseng & Echinacea.
Tuesday, March 10
6-7:30 pm
1 session - $35
At-Home/Virtual
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Should I stay or should I go?
We will be discussing lifestyle options for senior living. Should I stay and age in place - making home modifications to reduce safety risk OR should I go - moving to a home option that may be handicapped accessible, single level living? We will take an assessment and give up the tools to make educated decisions.
Wednesday, March 11
10-11:30 am
1 session - Free for SSP Senior Center Members, $12 All Others
Central Square, SSP
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So you're thinking about leaving minnesota: an attorney's perspective
Is it taxes, the political landscape, the weather, the location of family assets, debt or income concerns in retirement, cost of living, health concerns or...our friends are already there! Did you know many states do not tax social security, pensions or other qualified retirement income sources? Which are the worst states for estate taxes? How do you we establish domicile? How about the quality of medical resources and retirement facilities? Questions are encouraged.
Wednesday, March 11
10:30-11:30 am
1 session - Free for SSP Senior Center Members, $12 All Others
Central Square, SSP
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Buying new construction
Thinking about moving and considering new construction a housing option because you want an open floor plan and larger closets? Explore what is available, where to find it, and what to expect in new construction include timelines, hidden costs, risks, and the coordination selling your existing home or giving appropriate notice on your lease. You will find that there are differences when selecting a smaller builder verses a national builder.
Wednesday, March 11
6-8 pm
1 session - Free for SSP Senior Center Members, $12 All Others
Central Square, SSP
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Sushi
Participate in this great class - then make delicious sushi for yourself, family, and friends. Learn where to shop, brands to select, preparation of the ingredients, assembly of the rolls and presentation. You will create both the traditional rolled sushi (maki-zushi) and the American California sushi. Start with easy to season sushi rice, then select and roll wonderful ingredients such as chicken, shrimp, smoked salmon, crab, mushrooms, eggs, carrots, avocado, spinach, ginger and more! Note: No raw fish! A $15 supply fee is payable to the instructor in class.
Tuesday, March 24
6-9 pm
1 session - $35
SSP High School
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Laksa: singapore curry noodle soup (online)
Let's bring a hawker center to your kitchen and learn how to make delicious Singapore laksa from scratch. We will start with making laksa paste from scratch and then turn the paste into the popular Singapore Laksa with chicken, shrimp, and tofu. You can choose to make laksa with just the chicken or just tofu. Nothing can beat homemade laksa!
Thursday, March 26
6-8 pm
1 session - $35
At-Home/Virtual
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Let's probate an actual MN estate (online)
In this class we will walk-thru (in depth) an actual Minnesota Probate Estate from the filing of the Application for Probate to the Final Accounts...and all the steps in between. Class participants will learn the entire process with current forms, court and filing requirements, accounting and procedural steps, as well as the procedures for the sale and distribution of estate assets. We will also discuss the roles, responsibilities, and liabilities of a person who is appointed as the Executor/Personal Representative. The class will be filled with real-life examples and solutions to the multitude of issues involving a typical (or not typical) Minnesota Probate Estate. This class encourages questions: Is there a "reading of the Will"? What about personal items? Does the Executor get paid? What about estate bills and creditors? We will provide the answers.
Thursday, March 26
10:30-11:30 am
1 session - Free for SSP Senior Center Members, $12 All Others
At-Home/Virtual
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Reiki II
Prerequisite: Reiki Level I. Practitioners learn to utilize sacred symbols of Reiki to enhance healing practice and deepen connection. You will also learn distance Reiki and explore the more subtle aspects of energy. *Bring your own lunch.
Saturday, March 28
9 am-4 pm
1 session - $145
Central Square, SSP
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Le Magnifique Macaron cake
Experience the newest twist on the beloved macaron - an impressive macaron cake crafted from layers of oversized macarons and rich fillings, decorated with traditional macarons. This class is open to everyone, whether or not you have previously participated in Nancy's macaron classes. You will mix, bake, and assemble your own visually stunning macaron cake, sure to dazzle on any occasion. All necessary supplies are provided. A $16 supply fee is payable to the instructor in class.
Monday, March 30
6-9 pm
1 session - $35
SSP High School
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