This course is not full; registration is open and must be completed with MN Highway Safety & Research Center online or by phone. Visit https://www.driverdiscountprogram.com to register online or call weekdays from 9 AM-3 PM at 320-308-1400 or toll free 888-234-1294. Willmar Community Education is not taking registrations for this course. Complete this course to get a 10% discount in your auto insurance premiums! Taught as a presentation from a certified instructor, you’ll discuss challenges we face as drivers, new road designs, vehicle technology, and updates on current laws. Best of all, there are no written or behind the wheel tests! Certificate will be provided at the end of class. The Driver Discount Program is a state approved accident prevention/insurance discount course that is open to the public; pre-registration is required. People ages 55 and older who complete the course qualify for a 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums. Participants must complete a 4 hour class every three years to maintain the discount.

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.

QPR teaches simple steps to help someone who may be thinking about suicide. You’ll learn how to ask the right questions, offer support, and connect them to help, giving you the tools to save a life through compassionate action. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer- three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Come and learn to recognize a crisis and the warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide and how you can provide hope and help. QPR is included in SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidenced-based Programs and Practices. CEUs available for health and school professionals.

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.

Kickstart your Spanish journey with this engaging summer course, perfect for beginners! Designed for those with little to no experience, you'll learn essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and practical phrases for everyday conversations. Through group discussions and break out conversation practices, you'll build confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish. Experienced instructors will guide you in every step of the way, setting you up for continued success. By the end of the course, you’ll have the foundational skills to keep learning and speaking with confidence. Online portal resources and practice tools included with tuition. This virtual class will be held via Zoom. All participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities, such as a laptop or tablet with a camera and microphone, or a smartphone.

Spice up your Spanish skills in this fun and interactive class centered around food and cooking! You’ll build practical vocabulary and conversational confidence through learning food and drink vocabulary and practicing kitchen conversations to following recipes and cooking together. Along the way, discover traditional Hispanic dishes and the rich culinary culture behind them. Perfect for food lovers looking to bring flavor to their Spanish. Open to new and previous Spanish conversation participants. While the class is open to all levels, basic Spanish skills will be helpful. Online portal resources and practice tools included with tuition. This virtual class will be held via Zoom. All participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities, such as a laptop or tablet with a camera and microphone, or a smartphone.

Okay, so we can’t match their energy but we can match the enthusiasm and fun! Let’s take a walk together, enjoying one another and whatever birds we encounter. Randy will help with ID tips for young and young at heart. Bring binoculars if you have them. If not, bring at least one good eye… to keep on the kids. Children (no younger than 5 please), try to bring a responsible adult. Adults, let’s try to keep our ratio workable (1-3 kids per adult, contingent on age). Though we want to have fun, we are looking for wildlife, so running around screaming should be done before or after the walk (unless you are over 70, then just go for it). If you are an adult with no small kids, consider yourself a chaperone and join us 😉

We are excited for this trip to the ARB in partnership with Kandiyohi Co Master Gardener volunteers! Our day will begin at the Farm Red Barn for a Foodscape demonstration and lunch, followed by time in the visitor center. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear.

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!

Are you tired of spending hours trying to create graphics for your business, only to feel frustrated with the results in Canva? Learn how to design professional-looking social media posts, flyers, and marketing materials using only the free version of Canva with no design experience required. You'll learn the exact tools, shortcuts, and strategies that make creating beautiful visuals quick and stress-free. By the end of this session, you'll have the skills and confidence to create graphics that attract customers and make your business look polished and professional. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.

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 XXX by XXX. Our August discussion will feature XXX by XXX. 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.

Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and crafters! This online interactive class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva to bring your creative projects to life. You'll learn to design and create everything from custom greeting cards and party invitations to printable wall art, gift tags, and personalized crafts. Whether you're working from scratch or customizing templates, you'll receive step-by-step guidance to turn your ideas into beautiful, print-ready projects. Leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva for all your creative crafting needs. 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.

Exercise your creative brain with some time at the Kraft Koop! Rachel will have a variety of ceramic pieces you may choose from to "paint" with glaze. Your item will then be fired in the kiln and available for you to bring home within a few weeks. Need a ride? Here's another option: Vanventure!

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