St. Louis Park Community Education

What participants will learn: by the end of the class, participants would have a fundamental understanding of all offensive positions groups that make up the scoring in fantasy football. Participants will also participate in a fantasy football draft. Topics covered include: scoring in fantasy football, the waiver wire, the importance of bye weeks, trades, different kinds of fantasy football leagues, different drafting options (online vs in-person, how to access weekly lineup advice) and having fun!!! All participants will walk away from the class with a packet of everything that was discussed, online tools to be successful with fantasy football, as well as my email so that they can ask me questions anytime. Participants will realize and understand how simple and fun fantasy football can be.

Ever caught your own reflection to see that your head hangs too far forward, or your shoulders are too rounded, or you slump too much? You will learn how to correct common posture problems and learn an ‘Instant Alignment Technique’ that will have you standing straighter immediately. We’ll discuss easy to implement tips when at a computer, in a car or working out. There are many benefits to improving posture. No matter how long you may have had poor posture, it is NEVER TOO LATE to make improvements. Your clothes will fit better, too! A resistance band is needed for some of the exercises. Join us online! This class will be held online using Zoom. Upon registering, you will receive information to access the class. Simply follow the provided instructions on the day and time of class and Janice will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! This online class is held in partnership with multiple Community Ed programs.

Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on HOW the brain ages. Cognitive function, which covers all aspects of perceiving, thinking and reasoning, CAN improve. And the very good news is no matter what your age there are things you can begin to do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate with each other. We’ll discuss which ‘superfoods’ reduce the damaging effects of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for memory, attention, processing information and reducing stress. You will learn simple, easy to implement strategies to help your brain stay healthy and alert. Join us online! This class will be held online using Zoom. Upon registering, you will receive information to access the class. Simply follow the provided instructions on the day and time of class and Janice will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! This online class is held in partnership with multiple Community Ed programs.

Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start up workshop you will ever find. You will discover: * more than 250 legitimate home business ideas * mandatory legal documentation * many ways to market your product/service * how to take tax deductions (this workshop included!) Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. 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. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Join us online! Class will be held online via Zoom - login information will be emailed before class starts.

Are you finding that fat is collecting around your mid-section and no matter how well you watch what you eat or how much you exercise that weight is not budging? If this is your story, your inability to lose weight probably has more to do with your hormone levels than anything else. Until you discover and correct any imbalances, trying to lose weight will be like shoveling sand against the tide. In this workshop you will learn 7 key strategies for fighting fat and losing weight, including: concrete solutions (not tricks, not using your will power) for controlling appetite and cravings; which foods turn off your fat creating genes and which foods interfere with your ability to burn fat; ten simple things you can do every day to keep your metabolism burning brightly; how to tell if your thyroid is creating weight problems for you and what to do about it; major sources of hormone mimicking chemicals and how to get rid of them; what HRT or birth control pills have to do with weight gain; how to have your hormone levels checked reliably; what steps need to be taken to safely break the vicious cycle of hormone related weight gain; and how to help your body begin to lose weight again. Join us online! This class will be held using Zoom. You can choose to enable your camera and audio, or just view the live content. More information will be sent before class and instructor, Janice Novak, will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! This online class is held in partnership with multiple Community Education programs.

One-on-One Free Medicare Counseling! Making decisions and being informed about Medicare and long-term care options can be complicated and confusing. We offer one-on-one appointments to help older adults navigate Medicare or supplemental health insurance policies. Appointments are offered from 1-4 PM the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month. Call the Senior LinkAge Line at 800-333-2433 or go online to https://trellisconnects.org/get-help/medicare/. You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers.

Mental Health First Aid is an 8 hour national certification course that is designed to teach the skills to recognize the signs of a mental health or substance use disorder crisis, identify community resources, and link individuals in need of treatment and support to the proper resources. Students will learn a 5 step action plan that can be used to help those in need. Students complete 2-hours of pre-work prior to attending 6-hours of classroom instruction. Students must complete all pre-work in order to gain entry to class. Those that are unable to complete the pre-work as required will be invited to attend a future class. Upon completion of the course, each participant is eligible to receive a mental health first aid ‘e-card’ and the mental health first aid participant manual. Instructor: Mark Wick Co-sponsored by Minneapolis Community & Technical College. 8 CH/0.8 CEUs Please register online for Mental Health First Aid or call 612.659.6500. Course tuition is $195 per class.

Join Kirsten from her home kitchen in this live online cooking class as she demonstrates a variety of recipes to brighten up your summer, including quick air fryer vegetable-forward seasonal snacks plus a Blueberry-Ginger Shrub and Rosemary Lemon Syrup to liven up your warm weather libations. Extensive handout with additional recipes included. Class is recorded so you can watch when you're able to or cook along at your convenience. Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. Before the class starts, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class and Kirsten will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! This class is held in partnership with multiple Community Ed Programs.

Are you ready to get back on the court? No pre-formed team needed. Bring a ball and hoop it up! Only players with advanced online paid registrations will be allowed to play in the league. No exceptions.

We are offering Metro Dining Cards as a fundraiser for the St. Louis Park Senior Program! Two different box sets are available: Mpls/West Metro and Anoka/North west. Each set of cards offers over $10,000 in discounts and will come with a list of restaurants included. We are offering online payment via credit card; please pick up your Dining Cards during our office hours. Please call Kathy at 952-928-6442 for more information. Office Location and Hours: Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd Mondays - Fridays, 9am-4pm