St. Louis Park Community Education

In these difficult times, most of us are being faced with challenges that we never expected. We cannot control outside forces. What we can do, is do our best to not let the stress overwhelm us. In this completely free Intro to Meditation class, I’ll show you easy techniques to help manage stress. We’ll focus on two types of meditation: Mindfulness and Walking. The walking meditation is designed for all ages and great for children age 3+. Join us online! This class will be held online using Zoom. Upon registering, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class and Victoria will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home!

Join Movie Man Eric Houston to dive into Hollywood and film history! Eric is the Studio Manager at North Metro TV in Blaine and he is offering these classes for FREE! No need to register, simply click here or follow the link below at 7pm on the day of the classes listed below to see the live stream of his great classes! Movie Man Eric YouTube: https://bit.ly/2UnQ8DR March 25 - Back to the ‘80s: The Decades Biggest Blockbusters Put on your proton pack, grab your fedora and gas up your Delorean because it’s time to head back to the ‘80s! In this great, new class from Movie Man Eric Houston, you’ll travel back to the decade of Cabbage Patch Kids and Pepsi Free to look at a trio of modern movie classics as we go behind the scenes of Ghostbusters, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Back to the Future. You’ll see rare footage of the actors who almost played Indiana Jones and Marty McFly, learn about Eddie Murphy’s part in Ghostbusters, and hear the surprising twists and turns each movie made on its way to the big screen. It’s a trip to the past you won’t forget! April 20 - The Oscars: 90 Years of the Academy Awards For Hollywood’s elite, there’s no suspense like the moment before that legendary envelope is opened and the presenter utters the familiar phrase, “And the Oscar goes to…” Movie Man Eric Houston is here to guide you through all the glitz and glamour of more than 90 years of Oscar history. You’ll hear how the Oscar got its name, see show stopping numbers from ceremonies past, and learn tons of great Oscar trivia, from the movie that won the most Oscars to the only man to win twice for the same performance. It’s a fabulous night on the red carpet that you won’t want to miss! June 15 - Chaplin and Keaton: The Silent Comedians Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton were the premier pioneers of screen comedy. Appearing in dozens of silent films each, the two legends blazed a trail of hilarity that still tickles our funny bones today. In this great class from Movie Man Eric Houston, you’ll learn the all of the trails, tribulation, joy, and laughter that made the Little Tramp and the Great Stone Face immortal superstars. August 19 - Hollywood Goes Ape Did you know that the chimp who played Cheetah lived to be 80 years old? Did you ever wonder if there are any real apes on the Planet of the Apes? And what about the chimpanzee that co-hosted the today show? Movie Man Eric Houston will answer all of your questions as he takes you on a tour through the stories of some of the most famous apes who ever lived. From Bubbles to Koko to Clyde, you’ll learn the remarkable history of apes in Hollywood. View these movies anytime, just click the title: Superman: The Man of Steel on the Silver Screen Superman: strange visitor from another planet, able to leap tall buildings in a single bound, and, for 80 years, the star of screen, stage, television, and the radio. In this great, one hour class from Movie Man Eric Houston, we’ll delve into Clark Kent’s history in the movies and other media. You’ll learn how Superman’s radio show shamed the real life Klan, see scenes from his notoriously bad Broadway musical, and see the tragic stories of actors George and Christopher Reeves. Along the way, we’ll also examine rare photos and video clips from his various cartoons and movie serials. Look! Up in the sky! Is it a bird? A plane? No, it’s a Superman class! Yabba-Dabba-Do: The Fantastic World of Hanna-Barbera Have a yabba-dabb-do time with Fred and Barney, Scooby-Doo, Yogi Bear and all your other favorite cartoon characters as Movie Man Eric Houston takes you on a journey through the career of TV animation pioneers William Hanna and Joseph Barbera. You’ll see how the duo started out making the Tom and Jerry cartoons, revolutionized animation by bringing it to prime-time television with the Flintstones, and continued on to create dozens of beloved characters. You won’t want to miss this chance to relive Saturday morning all over again. Rudolph, Snoopy, and the Grinch: TV’s Greatest Christmas Specials For many of us, the holiday season isn’t complete without viewing our favorite Christmas specials. You’ve seen them dozens of times, but now is your chance to find out how they were made! You’ll learn which monster movie star provided the voice of a Christmas icon, which special was the first to use actual children as actors, and just what a Bumble really is. Join North Metro TV Studio Manager and Anoka County Film Historian Eric Houston for this trip down memory lane, featuring visions of sugar plumbs and nine, tiny reindeer. The Presidency on Film: 1897 - 1945 Few people in the history of the world have been as famous as the Presidents of the United States. Nowadays, the President is a daily fixture in our homes, thanks to television. In the early 1900s, though, images of the commander-in-chief were much rarer. In this class, we’ll look at the very first presidents to appear film and see how the media of the day helped shape and preserve their careers. You’ll see tantalizing glimpses of Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft, watch clips from the numerous films made to commemorate the assassination of President McKinley, and even view footage from the dark days of both World Wars. North Metro TV Studio Manager and Anoka County Film Historian Eric Houston hosts this amazing look at rare, moving documents of American history. Marilyn: The Story of Marilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe is one of Hollywood’s greatest stars and one of the most enduring legends of the silver screen. In this class, we’ll follow Norma Jeane Mortenson’s journey from obscurity to one of the most recognizable women in the world. You’ll witness her immortal film triumphs alongside her personal tragedies as we examine a life that ended far too soon. North Metro TV Studio Manager and Anoka County Film Historian Eric Houston hosts this one hour look at the life and career of a true American icon. Mickey, Bugs, and Betty Boop: The Birth of Animation Everyone has fond memories of Mickey Mouse and Bugs Bunny, but how were they created? And who were the cartoon stars who proceeded them? You can find that out and more in this great, one hour class from North Metro TV’s Movie Man Eric. You’ll learn about the very first animated movies, see which famous comic strip artists helped cartoons get their start, and even meet wacky characters like Gertie the Dinosaur, Felix the Cat, and Betty Boop along the way. It’s an unforgettable look at the earliest days of your cartoon heroes that you won’t want to miss! Hollywood Goes to War America joined the second World War on December 7, 1941 and Hollywood was quick to follow. Learn how Veronica Lake’s hair helped the war effort, why Clark Gable sought active combat as a member of the US Air Force, and how the war reunited Marlene Dietrich with her mother. Come on Down: Game Shows of the 70s and 80s Learn how Let’s Make a Deal revolutionized the genre and jump started a trend, how The Price Is Right became the longest running game show of all time, and just why everyone wanted to kiss Family Feud’s Richard Dawson. The Quiz Show Scandals and Other Game Shows of the 50s and 60s Americans, including the President himself, raced home each week to enjoy shows like the $64,000 Question and Twenty-One. There was just one problem: they were all rigged. Learn all about the scandal that rocked the nation and changed television forever. The Three Stooges: Comedy’s Heavy Hitters Nyuk nyuk nyuk! Get ready to learn everything you never wanted to know (and more) about America’s favorite nit-wits, The Three Stooges! The Marx Brothers: Groucho, Chico, Harpo, and Sometimes Zeppo Find out how the boys got their famous nicknames, how Chico and Harpo learned the piano and the harp, whatever happened to Zeppo, all about Groucho’s tenure as the host of the wild game show You Bet Your Life, and how these Broadway superstars became some of the world’s most beloved movie stars! Mary Pickford: The World's First Movie Star Once the most famous and successful woman in the world, Mary Pickford was the original American super star. We’ll take an in depth look at her career, from her early silent films to her Oscar winning sound debut! Hollywood Goes to the Dogs Meet Rover, the very first dog to star in a movie, and spend time with Hollywood’s other good dogs, like Rin Tin Tin, Strongheart, Benji, and even Lassie!

This series is part of emPowerU, Dress for Success Twin Cities' career advancement program that focuses on the following Pillars of Success: Health and Wellness, Leadership Development, Positive Network of Support, Financial Literacy, and Digital Literacy. Dress for Success is offering this series to help women know their worth. When you attend any of these classes, you will receive the book Keys to Success, be eligible for two Professional Business Attire appointments and have access to the Career Coaching team for one-on-one appointments to assist with your job search! These classes are FREE thanks to the sponsorship by Dress for Success. Dress for Success Twin Cities is a local non-profit that serves women ages 18 and older with their career advancement. January 9, Self-Care for Women in Career Transition - Self-care is not a luxury. It is essential to our career advancement and success. Join Dress for Success Twin Cities to learn self-care tips and discuss how to integrate daily self-care into our lives. January 30, Building Better Boundaries - Having strong personal and professional boundaries is a must. Join Dress for Success Twin Cities to gather tips and discuss how we all can do a better job respecting both ourselves and others with good boundaries. February 4, LinkedIn Basics - Learn how to set up and start your own LinkedIn account and use it to make meaningful connections that help you advance your networking and your job search successfully. February 13, Eating for Success - Eating healthy isn’t just good for our bodies, it’s great for our mental health and our career success. Join Dress for Success Twin Cities as we explore the connection between health and wellness and career success while learning which foods help us to become and stay successful in our daily lives ultimately impacting our career path. February 18, Time Management During Career Transition - Managing your time wisely is essential to your effective job search and job success. Join Dress for Success to learn about the importance of time management and how to manage your time effectively both during job search and as you first start your new job. March 20,Job Market Research - Researching the job market is essential to not only determining your next job move, but gaining needed information on current and future trends including industry growth and salary guidelines. Join Dress for Success Twin Cities as we review various job search tools and techniques to help you gather as much information as possible to make the best decisions to advance your career. April 10, Confidence Inside and Out - Learn about various tips for increasing your confidence inside. We’ll be talking about building your personal brand and creating an effective elevator pitch as you network and interview for your next job. May 1, Nurture Your Network - Networking is often an essential technique for landing that job you are seeking. Join Dress for Success Twin Cities as we discuss various networking tips and the importance of nurturing your network and tapping into community resources as you continue to advance your career. Join us online! These classes will be held using the online platform, Zoom. Upon registering, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class to attend the class from the comfort of your own home! This online class is held in partnership with multiple Community Education Programs.

Dress for Success is offering this series on Professional Intelligence - watch one or all five videos to help you grow your skills for the workplace. Simply click the links below. These classes are FREE thanks to the support of St. Louis Park Family Services Collaborative and sponsorship by Dress for Success. Dress for Success Twin Cities is a local non-profit that serves women ages 18 and older with their career advancement. Introduction - We will cover the topics of Emotional Intelligence and Executive Functioning and how to increase it to assist with your job search and on-the-job success. Networking - In this session we will learn how to nurture our network with meaningful connections to help us land a job and ensure our career resiliency in a constantly changing workforce. Resumes and Cover Letters - We’ll go over the importance of using a recent, relevant, and customized resume and cover letter in this class. Communication - Effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills are critical to both our job search and career advancement. Interviewing - This class provides much needed interviewing tips and techniques to help us gain the confidence and skills we need to interview like a STAR. Time Management - This session provides tools and techniques to help us manage your time effectively during job search and at on-the-job. We will also cover the importance of prioritizing self-care. Teamwork (no video) - Nearly every job requires some sort of teamwork. We cover skills needed to effectively work with others who may or many not have the same priorities and preferences as ourselves. Join us online! Click the titles above to watch the recorded classes.

This series for women is part of emPowerU, Dress for Success Twin Cities' career advancement program that focuses on the following Pillars of Success: Health and Wellness, Leadership Development, Positive Network of Support, Financial Literacy, and Digital Literacy. These classes are FREE thanks to the sponsorship by Dress for Success. Dress for Success Twin Cities is a local non-profit that serves women ages 18 and older with their career advancement. Understanding Money – Introduction to financial literacy, tips for success, four week course expectations, empowerment, economic abuse, feelings and values about money, guidelines for money management. Developing a Budget – We will discuss dreams for the future, storing documents, financial inventory, tracking assets and debts, personal resources, money planning definitions, spending leaks, defining your savings goals, monthly income, and expenses. Understanding Credit – We will discuss types of credit including pros and cons, credit scores and their importance, credit reports, how to request and read your credit report, correcting errors on credit reports, and building positive credit; risks of lending; the importance of documentation; prioritizing debt and resolving debt. Banks and Investment Alternatives – This session covers banking, savings, and investing, predatory lending and creating your Economic Action Plan. We’ll discuss types of financial institutions, how to choose a bank, pros and cons of internet banking, how to read your bank statement, how to balance your checkbook, what principle and interest are, saving for retirement, investment strategies and definitions, and an introduction to stock market investing. Join us online! These classes will be held using the online platform, Zoom.You will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class to attend the class from the comfort of your own home! This online class is held in partnership with multiple Community Education Programs.