Whether you are just beginning perimenopause, smack in the middle of menopause or have come out the other side alive, everything has changed- even some things you maybe are not aware of! As women reach their menopausal years, there are ways to combat the sometimes maddening symptoms you are experiencing. Yes, you CAN do something about sleeplessness, hot flashes and night sweats, brain fog, unexpected weight gain, moodiness and low energy! This course will be divided into two parts: Mondays will be about the science behind menopause and will include information on nutrition, metabolism, hormones, adaptogens and exercise. Tuesdays and Thursdays will be held in the fitness room where we will incorporate both strength and interval training specific to where you are in your journey. All movements can be modified to meet your individual needs.

Do you hate to drive in bad weather or when it's dark outside? Expand your transportation options and independence through the ride sharing service, Uber. Learn to use Uber at major airports so that you can travel with confidence and without having to ask a friend for a ride, as well as other appointments and errands. Open up your travel options with this fun and engaging class! This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.

Afro-Peruvian Dance This dance class will focus on Afro-Peruvian Festejo, a fast-paced music genre that is celebratory and energetic. You will have fun and learn to move your body to the rhythm of African beats. All skill levels are welcome. Dress comfortably for movement and bring your water bottle! Classes will be taught in English and in Spanish. Kids (ages 5-12), Wednesdays at 9:00-9:45 AM, register for S26-A-A/P-DANCE-KIDS Youth (ages 13-17), Wednesdays at 11:00-11:45 AM, register for S26-A-A/P-DANCE-YOUTH Adults (ages 18+), Thursdays at 5:00-5:45 PM, register for S26-A-A/P-DANCE-ADULTS Dance Performers (ages 18+), Thursdays at 6:00-7:00 PM, register for S26-A-A/P-DANCE-PERFORMERS Afro-Peruvian Drumming ​In this percussion class you will learn the basic rhythms of the cajon (drum box). You will gain drum pattern recognition, technique, and hand coordination skills. All levels welcome! Cajones will be provided, but please bring your own if you have one. Dress comfortably for movement and bring your water bottle! Classes will be taught in both English and Spanish. Ages 12 through Adults, Wednesdays at 10:00-10:45 AM, register for S26-A-A/P-DRUM Cajon Drum Performers (ages 18+), Thursdays at 7:00-8:00 PM, register for S26-A-A/P-DRUM-PERFORMERS Students who sign up for both sessions will have the opportunity to perform what they learned on August 27th at the WEAC auditorium. Social begins at 6 PM, showcase will be at 6:30 PM. Interested in being a performer? Please add your name to the waitlist and the instructor will contact you! Youth scholarships may be requested in person at the CE office. Please make sure any special accommodations are requested at least one week prior to the start date of the program. This activity is funded in part with a grant from the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council made possible by the voters of Minnesota, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund

If you are looking to learn or recertify in CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and help someone who is choking, then this hands-on class is for you. Upon successful course completion, students will be certified through the American Heart Association in adult/child and infant CPR. Don't wait! Learning CPR today could save a life tomorrow!

Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.

Learn how to enhance recall, improve manners promote safety, and enjoy your dog. Minimum age: dogs must be at least 12 weeks old; current on rabies, distemper, and bordatella vaccinations and heartworm testing. Required equipment: collar and six foot leash. Harnesses and retractable leashes are not be permitted.

Self-published or indie authors—this high-impact session gives you the insider playbook for marketing on a budget. Explore the fastest, smartest ways to grow your author platform, engage readers, leverage social media, organize book launches/signings, run ads, secure reviews, and other proven tactics to turn your book into a must-read and keep sales climbing. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.

Join us for a small group adventure! April 18: Minnesota History Center including a North Star Voices presentation on carousels April 30: Sidekick Theatre for lunch and Birthday Candles (meal and performance information below) MAY 1: walk at Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary followed by a self-guided tour at Augsburg University greenhouse MAY 7: Bell Museum of natural history featuring Imagine the Future and Wonder: Experiences of Nature, Curiosity, and Play; and The Museum of Russian Art featuring Cats and Dogs in Soviet Art: Workers, Teachers, Friends; Spies and Space: Cold War Artifacts from Both Sides of the Iron Curtain; and Say No to War: Political Cartoons by Ukrainian and Russian Artists. June 25: glaze a piece of pottery at the Kraft Koop to create your own ceramic masterpiece! July 22: garden tour at Rustic Designs Flower Farm July 30: Horticulture Night at University of MN Morris West Central Research & Outreach Center Registration full? Please add you name to the waiting list! Sidekick Theatre The lunch menu is: creamy chicken breast, served with roasted red potatoes, glazed carrots, coleslaw, dinner rolls, and assorted dessert. About Birthday Candles: this charming new play, recently on Broadway, will warm the soul. The ingredients for the cake are simple: eggs, butter, sugar, salt. Look closer, though, and you’ll see the essence of life itself. Every year, Ernestine bakes a cake and celebrates with her family on her birthday — a delicious ritual that unfolds onstage across 90 years of birthdays. We meet Ernestine and the people who sweeten her life every year on this day as she grows from 17 to 107 years old. Through glimpses of Ernestine’s life as the years go by, Birthday Candles tenderly explores motherhood, family, love, loss and finding your place in the universe.

The Bounce Back Project is focused on promoting health and resiliency. Our book reads allow us to share laughter and perspectives with one another as we learn to better understand ourselves, allow ourselves grace, and develop the courage to be who we are. Our June discussion will feature The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. Our August discussion will feature The Power of Bridging: How to Build a World Where We All Belong by John A. Powell. Books in various formats may be requested through the Pioneerland Public Library System online at https://www.pioneerland.lib.mn.us/ or by visiting your local library. Learn more about the Bounce Back Project™ and connect with the Willmar group HERE.