Experience Spanish from Home with LIVE Virtual Classes this Spring! This spring, bring Spanish to life from the comfort of your home with Futura’s engaging and interactive virtual course! ¡Vamos a Explorar! (Let’s Explore!) is an exciting journey into Spanish language and culture. Students will learn practical travel vocabulary, such as bartering at markets and ordering at restaurants, while participating in dynamic, real-world activities. Get ready to explore, connect, and develop a deeper appreciation for the Spanish language—all in a supportive and lively virtual environment. ¡Vámonos!

Are you preparing for the arrival of a new baby? Join us for Expectant Parenting, a comprehensive class co-taught by Willmar Early Childhood Family Education and Public Health.

With the basic first aid you learn in this course, you could make a difference in the lives of others! This First Aid course uses Chain of Survival to teach the basics of first aid, including injury prevention and when to get help. Upon successful course completion, participants will receive First Aid certification through the American Heart Association.

Spring into fresh flavors with Kirsten in this live online cooking class! We’ll start by preparing a grain base and a protein and while those are cooking we’ll make a sauce and some fresh sides, then assemble everything to enjoy now OR pack separately for meal prep. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards so you can cook along at your convenience. This virtual presentation will be held via Zoom. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

Participants will have access to AncestryClassroom to work on their own projects. Research assistance will not be provided.

Join Pat, Dale, and Daryl from the Kandiyohi County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program for a panel discussion on home composting. They will cover a range of topics, including best practices, various techniques (including worms!), common pitfalls and how to avoid them, and resources for constructing a DIY compost system. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the program.

Stay relevant and up to date by learning all about Venmo, the popular mobile payment service. In this class, you’ll discover how to securely pay friends and businesses, as well as receive money without the need for cash or checks. You’ll gain a confident understanding of setting up Venmo safely, avoiding unnecessary fees, and applying it in real-world scenarios for you and your family. You'll be able to discuss the topic among family, friends and have an understanding of the key terms used when you hear about Venmo in the news! Join us to master Venmo and handle mobile payments with ease and security. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.

Did you get your DNA test results back and after the initial first glance realize you have no idea what to do next? Did the reports seem overwhelming? This workshop series will help participants break their report down into manageable tasks. Each session, Sarah Lockwood, a professional genealogist, will include a brief instructional time about how to understand your DNA results and how to make use of them. Participants will then have time to work on their own DNA analysis, using the computer lab PCs. Access to AncestryClassroom is included during class for all participants.

Climbing offers a chance to challenge yourself both physically and mentally. Rock climbing is a true adventure sport. Beginners can learn about the sport, exercise, and have fun! Experienced climbers can train and refine their skills. The Prairie Woods ELC instructors are here to help every climber reach new heights! Equipment will be provided.

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won't have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you basic chords to get you to play along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes an online book, follow-up video lessons, a class recording, and an optional periodic online question and answer session. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands-on instruction. This virtual presentation will be held via Zoom. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade for years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do using chords. The chord method is lots of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes an online book, follow up video lessons, a class recording, and an optional periodic online question and answer session. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands-on instruction. This virtual presentation will be held via Zoom. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.