Driver’s Education – Cannon River Driving School Get ready to hit the road! Cannon River Driving School provides students with the training needed to work toward becoming safe and responsible Minnesota drivers. The program includes: 30 hours of classroom instruction 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training Students must be at least 14½ years old to take the class. Registration: Email Adam Rueger at adam_rueger@yahoo.com or call 612-578-8977. Payment: Made directly to Cannon River Driving School. A $40 cancellation fee applies to behind-the-wheel appointments canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice. If a student is unable to complete all or part of the program, fees for the uncompleted portion will be refunded.Class will be held at the 5-12 building, Flex Room

Join us for a cozy afternoon filled with holiday creativity and cheer! Create 12 DIY holiday cards, featuring everything from charming winter scenes to classic holiday icons with fun pops of festive color. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to add your own creative touches and make each card unique. While you craft, enjoy a warm cup of hot cocoa with a candy cane stir stick and make your own adorable snowman marshmallows to complete the festive experience. Come ready to create, sip, and celebrate the season—and leave with a collection of handmade cards ready to share with family and friends!

ASL Vocabulary for Kids Come learn basic ASL vocabulary and discover how much fun it can be to communicate with your hands! In this interactive class, children will learn signs for letters, numbers, family members, colors, nature, and more. We’ll practice our new signs through storytelling, songs, movement, games, and other hands-on activities. Students will bring home handouts so they can continue practicing and sharing what they’ve learned with family and friends! Please Note: This class is an introduction to ASL vocabulary rather than a complete American Sign Language course. ASL is its own language with unique grammar and syntax that differs from spoken English. The goal of this class is to introduce children to ASL vocabulary, build a basic understanding and appreciation for the language, and encourage them to continue learning more in the future. Meet the Instructor Tracie Rieder is a former elementary teacher and Teacher for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TDHH). She has worked closely with children and families through the Rochester Birth–3 Special Education Program and during her 23 years as a family child care provider. Tracie is also a licensed Signing Time Instructor and a parent coach with Timeout Behavior Coaching.

Kids will get creative as they plant and decorate their very own Halloween-themed planter! Each participant will create a one-of-a-kind arrangement, adding spooky-fun accents and festive touches to bring their planter to life. This hands-on class is the perfect mix of gardening, creativity, and Halloween fun. Kids will enjoy getting their hands a little dirty while designing a festive decoration they’ll be excited to bring home, show off, and enjoy all spooky season long!

Get into the holiday spirit and get your hands a little dirty! Kids will create their very own mini holiday planter using festive greenery and seasonal decorations like pinecones, ribbon, sparkly accents, and more. Each participant will learn a little about planting and caring for their greenery while using their creativity to make a one-of-a-kind arrangement. Kids will head home with a festive creation they’ll be proud to display for the holidays or give as a special handmade gift to someone they love. No green thumb required — just creativity, imagination, and plenty of holiday cheer!

Musicians from Kindergarten through adulthood are invited to grow their skills through individualized piano instruction. Lessons are tailored to each student’s experience, interests, and personal goals—whether they are a beginner, casual learner, hobbyist, looking to strengthen skills that support other musical interests, or interested in pursuing music more formally. Students will work on healthy piano technique, music reading, effective practice habits, and overall musicianship. Music theory and history may also be incorporated based on each student’s level and interests. With one-on-one instruction, students can learn at their own pace while building confidence and a lifelong appreciation for music. Schedule: Lessons are scheduled individually on weekday afternoons and evenings. 30-minute lessons are most common, with longer lessons available based on interest and skill level. For more information please email Michael Jeffery at pineislandpianostudio@gmail.com

As the temperatures continue to dip, and leaveskeep falling, the iste of pumpkins all around town fills us with joy and anticipation as the beautiful season of fall pushes forward. Join us at Whispering Trees and Honey Bees for a morning filled with creativity, fun, and of course pumpkins! Fee includes a large pumpkin of choice and all materials needed to decorate it to your heart's content! Please note: children must be accompanied by an adult.Please register at whisperingtreesandhoneybees.com

Let's get together for some creativity & crafting fun! We will meet once a quarter for an hour of collaboration and imagination! Work with other 3rd & 4th Graders to make a new project each quarter. Each student will bring home an individual project after each session. Join us for one or all classes. So many fun projects to look forward to!

Get ready to stretch, squish, and smile! In this hands-on class, our mini-scientists will get to measure, pour, and mix their very own custom slime creations to take home! They will also get to touch, stretch, and play with a variety of pre-made slimes! Sign up now for some slimetastic fun!

A fantastic, hands-on introduction to the art of leatherwork! Participants will learn the basics of working with leather while exploring techniques like tooling, stamping, and creating custom designs. Students will get creative as they learn how different tools are used to add patterns, textures, letters, and other unique details to their projects. Each participant will have the opportunity to create and personalize their own leather pieces to take home. This class is a great way to try something new, build hands-on skills, and discover the fun of leather crafting!