Adult Enrichment
TriDistrict Adult Enrichment 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 Gentle Yoga, Thriller Line Dance, Write Your Own Will, Cookie Bake and Take, Knitting, Home Repair Basics, Salsa Dancing 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
Cake Decorating for Beginners
Nancy will show you the tricks of the trade so you can be decorating cakes, cookies and fancy desserts in no time. No need to purchase those party desserts at the supermarket. You will be making your own cakes and receiving rave reviews from family and friends. There is an additional supply fee of $25 due at class. The supply fee includes tips, bags, practice boards, flower nail, offset spatula and more. Appropriate for ages 17 to adult.
South St. Paul High School
Tuesday, March 21 - April 4
6:00 - 9:00 pm
3 sessions - $75/person
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Greek Dinner
Join us in preparing a sumptuous feast including this national soup of Greece (soupa avgolemono). The menu is rounded out with a flaming cheese appetizer (saganaki) plus an eggplant appetizer. You will also master spinach rolls in filo (spanakopita) and walnut cake with orange syrup (karidopita). There is an additional supply fee of $17 due at class. Appropriate for ages 16 to adult.
South St. Paul High School
Thursday, April 20
6:00 - 9:00 pm
$30/person
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Ease Into Social Media
Do you want to gain a better understanding on exactly what social media is all about? This class will go over step-by-step basics for Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter and YouTube. Common questions and insights on social media will be reviewed so that you're up to date on the latest buzz words and topics. Come and learn to share, search and connect and leave social media savvy as ever! No prior experience required.
Virtual
Tuesday, May 2
12:00 - 1:00 pm
$25/person
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Yin Yoga for Deep Relaxation
Rejuvenate your body with Yin Yoga postures that target your body's deep connective tissues while promoting a quiet and relaxed mind. Yin Yoga postures are held longer than traditional yoga poses allowing a healthy flow of energy throughout the body. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat, blanket, and bolster or large pillow.
Central Square
Monday, May 8-June 26
5:45 - 7:00 pm
$88/person
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Animal Spirit (animal guide) guide meditation
Animals are full of wisdom and guidance and have sacred messages waiting to be heart. Through guided meditation discover which animal guide lives inside your soul and get to know them so they can help you on your path. There will be an opportunity to journal your experience, followed by a Q&A after the meditation.
Central Square
Tuesday, May 9
6:30 - 8:30 pm
$45/person
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Beginner Plus Tap Dance (Performance May 27)
Dance is a top rated exercise because it stimulates us socially, physically, mentally and is lots of fun. If you took dance as a child, you might not have forgotten as much as you think. Stephanie Stockton will review the basics and teach a complete tap routine. Wear comfortable clothing and don't forget your tap shoes, although any leather-bottom shoes will do to get started. If you've always wanted to tap and you're new to the whole thing - welcome. This class is for beginners and those who have taken tap classes before, but would like a little review and a slower pace. However, if you need a faster pace and more challenge, try the Experienced Tap Dance Class. No new students for this summer group.
Central Square
Wednesday, May 10-24
6:45 - 7:30 pm
$27/person
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Experienced Tap Dance (Performance May 27)
This class is for those who have mastered the basics and are ready for time steps, combinations and have the need for a faster pace with more challenge. Basics will be reviewed with continued work on time steps, combinations and a complete tap routine will be taught. Dance is a top rated exercise because it stimulates us socially, physically, mentally and is lots of fun. Wear comfortable clothing and don't forget your tap shoes, although any leather-bottom shoes will do to get started.
Central Square
Wednesday, May 10-24
5:30 - 6:15 pm
$27/person
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Fun with falafel! Falafel, pita pockets & Dips
If there were a food combination where nutrition meets deliciousness and simplicity, it would be called Falafel! Experience the fun of falafel, while participating in this virtual cook-along class! Learn how to create fantastic full-flavored falafel, delicious homemade pita-pocket bread, yogurt tahini sauce, and marvelous hummus. A few days prior to the start of class, an ingredient list along with a video conference link will be sent. After the class, a packet with the instructor's personal recipes will be sent. One registration can include participants living in the same home only. If children are attending, adult supervision is required.
Virtual
Saturday, May 6
4:00 - 6:00 pm
$35/person
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Four Successful Strategies to Protect the House, Farm, Cabin & More - Before & After Your Death
The concern: Your family has a cabin, homestead, hunting land, farm or second home: How do you 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 your problems without driving the family apart of sacrificing the family legacy asset.
Central Square
Wednesday, May 17
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Free
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Introduction to clay target shooting
Learn the basics Trap and skeet shooting, including the basic skills of shooting flying clay target shooting, safe firearm handling, range safety and etiquette. This is not a firearms safety class. Eye and ear protection is required and is available for purchase. You may use your own firearm subject to inspection from the instructor or rent one from the Gun Club. Participants must be ages 18+. An additional ammunition and target fee of $40 may apply.
600 Gun Club Road, SSP
Saturday, May 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
$60/person
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Social security for couples
The Social Security decisions spouses make when they are in their 50's and 60's will determine the amount of total income they receive over their lifetime-including the lifetime of the spouse who lives the longest. This class will cover some little known rules that can help married couples get more out of the Social Security system. Learn how much Social Security you and your spouse stand to receive over your joint lifetime, rules and guidelines for when spouses should apply for benefits, how the decision you make in your 50's and 60's can determine the amount of income you and your surviving spouse will have in your 80's and 90's, and more.
Central Square
Tuesday, May 23
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Free
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Photo organization
Imagine all your photos in one place with a system that allows you to access and photo or movie in literally seconds. Learn about scanners for copies and repair of older prints and slides, cloud storage services, and owning vs renting. Discover everything you need to know to complete this project and quickly. Never worry about losing another photo again!
Central Square
Wednesday, June 7
6:30 - 8:30 pm
$24/person
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