The Driver Discount Program is a state approved accident prevention/insurance discount program. Open to the public, pre-registration is required. Class is taught by a Precision Driving Center of Minnesota certified instructor. Participants will be provided the latest information in regards to driver and traffic safety, new vehicle technology and updates with traffic laws. To attend the four hour refresher session, you must have already participated in an eight hour full course. Persons age 55 and older who complete the course qualify for a 10% discount on their auto insurance premium for three years. First time participants must complete. You may bring a beverage or snack with you to class. To register for this 55+ driver class or other 55+ driver classes in the area call 1-888-234-1294 or you may also register online at www.driverdiscountprogram.com Monday, September 14 OR Monday, December 7 1:00 - 5:00 pm Winsted City Hall-Vollmer Room, 201 1st Street North, Winsted 1 session / $24 per person

Abdominal muscles weaken and lose shape due to past pregnancies, surgeries, sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary and poor posture. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal, WITHOUT stressing back or neck joints and WITHOUT getting on the floor. Common abdominal exercises like crunches can place too much stress on back and neck joints.

Acupressure is an ancient healing art that can offer great relief, with no side effects, from symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, bloating, headaches, irritability, nausea, insomnia, anxiety and even weight gain. Learn which points balance hormone levels naturally, including thyroid hormones. Acupressure is a wonderful self-help tool that will help you feel your best. We will discuss breathing techniques, nutritional musts and more.

Here’s a facelift you can do at home. Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing method that works with the energy that flows through your body. Stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally, bring a healthy glow to your skin; increase forming; even decrease headaches, relieve eye strain, soothe nerves, and increase relaxation. Learn how to make your skin healthy from the inside out.

Acupressure is an ancient, Eastern healing technique that involves pressing or kneading key points on the body to release energy blockages and simulate energy flow through pathways called meridians. Continual sinus problems have become epidemic in both children and adults. You can find relief by stimulating the many points that relieve sinus blockages, headaches and more..

Acupressure is an Eastern healing technique that involves pressing or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow through pathways called meridians. When the points that regulate metabolism, digestion and thyroid function are blocked or out of balance, losing weight will seem like an impossible task. In this workshop, you will learn the main pressure points that help strengthen thyroid function, boost metabolism, control appetite, decrease food cravings, reduce stress eating and strengthen the entire digestive system.

Acupressure is a healing technique that works with how energy flows through your body. Just as you have blood that flows through vessels, you have energy that flows through pathways called meridians. Acupressure involves pressing or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow which can offer great relief with no side effects. We will focus on the points that relieve and prevent migraines and headaches as well as nausea and vertigo.

Acupressure is an ancient healing art and self-help tool that works with how energy flows through your body. It can offer great relief with no side effects and help you feel your best. You will learn specific points to help relieve stress, anxiety, and insomnia. They are easy to do and will fit flawlessly into your day.

“Wow, you have a great voice!” Have you heard that more times than you can count? Or maybe you listen to your favorite audiobooks, commercials, or cartoon characters and think, “I could do that!” Want to earn income using your talents from the comfort of your home? If so, then you could have what it takes to begin working as a professional Voiceover Artist. Explore the voiceover industry with your instructor, a professional, working voice actor from the voice acting training company, Voices For All, in a one-on-one, personalized, video chat setting. Discover the current trends in the industry and how easy and affordable it can be to learn, set up and work from home. In this one-time, 90-minute, introductory class, you’ll also learn about the different types of voiceovers and the tools you’ll need to find success. Your instructor will record you as you read a real script, then offer you some coaching so you can improve your delivery. Your instructor will take notes on your performance and create a professional voiceover evaluation delivered to you in a follow up call. After the class, you will have the knowledge necessary to help you decide if this is something you’d like to pursue. Learn more: http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo 18 and over. You owe it to yourself to finally explore the possibilities of this fun and rewarding field! Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience. Within a week of you registering, you will be contacted to set up your virtual lesson.

Perimenopause starts around the age of 35 for most women and can last 10-15 years. Common symptoms include fatigue, migraines, weight gain, water retention, depression, sleep disturbances, joint aches, hot flashes, anger flashes, migraines, fibroids, exaggerated PMS and more. Once you understand exactly what is causing all the troublesome symptoms, they are much easier to correct. We’ll discuss how to get hormone levels measured - blood test vs. saliva test and what to do with the results; traditional HRT vs. bio-identical; acupressure points to assist in symptom relief and nutritional musts. You’ll leave with multiple tools and techniques for restoring health and well-being.

In this 2-day class, dive into the art of crafting a knife from raw materials with Charlie Remer. Forge the blade, craft a wood handle and sharpen the knife. You will be using a propane forge, a hammer, some power tools and your two hands. It’s a hands-on journey into the timeless craft of knife-making, allowing you to create a functional and unique tool with your own hands. This opportunity is open to Individuals aged 12 and above, capable of safely using power tools with proper instruction, are welcome. Liability waivers are mandatory. Each class accommodates a maximum of 2 students. If a parent wishes to assist their child in building a single knife, it will be considered as a single student. Class dates and times will be discussed and determined with the instructor to work together based on participant’s schedules.

Are you tired of spending hours trying to create graphics for your business, only to feel frustrated with the results? 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. If a student is unable to attend the live session, they can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request. Follow-up support is also included, and students are encouraged to reach out with any questions before or after the class.

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. If a student is unable to attend the live session, they can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request. Follow-up support is also included, and students are encouraged to reach out with any questions before or after the class.

Take your Canva skills to the nextl evel with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This one-hour 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. If a student is unable to attend the live session, they can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request. Follow-up support is also included, and students are encouraged to reach out with any questions before or after the class.

Canva is the perfect digital tool for beginners and novices! Open up a world of possibilities by learning how to use the easiest design website available all for free. In this class you will learn how to create designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. From online documents, business cards, email signatures and more, you'll leave this class with a practical guide to use Canva with confidence! If a student is unable to attend the live session, they can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request. Follow-up support is also included, and students are encouraged to reach out with any questions before or after the class.

Unlock the full potential of ChatGPT in this dynamic one-hour masterclass designed for users ready to move beyond the basics. You'll discover advanced prompting techniques like system instructions, multi-shot examples, and chain-of-thought reasoning to get dramatically better results. Learn insider strategies for customizing outputs, managing context, and leveraging ChatGPT for complex tasks including analysis, creative projects, and professional workflows. Walk away with expert-level techniques to transform ChatGPT into a true powerhouse for your specific needs. If a student is unable to attend the live session, they can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request. Follow-up support is also included, and students are encouraged to reach out with any questions before or after the class.

There are over 30 individual muscles on each side of your face, all of which can be strengthened and toned, just like arm or leg muscles. Facial exercises can take years off your appearance by reducing frown and forehead lines, reducing ‘puppet mouth’ lines, lifting and firming neckline, making upper and lower cheeks fuller, reduce puffiness and sagging around eyes, improve circulation and nutrient flow into cells and improve lymph circulation. Learn simple exercises that will rejuvenate your face. You will need a regular teaspoon for a few of the exercises and a little of your favorite facial moisturizer.

Take your business to new heights with our fast-paced, comprehensive session designed to equip business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals with the essential skills and strategies needed to leverage social media for business success. Learn how to effectively reach your target audience, increase brand awareness, and drive engagement across major social media platforms. If a student is unable to attend the live session, they can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request. Follow-up support is also included, and students are encouraged to reach out with any questions before or after the class.

Google Sheets is a free, cloud-based spreadsheet tool used by professionals and organizations worldwide to manage data, track finances, and stay organized. In this hands-on class, you will learn to build and format spreadsheets, write formulas, and create databases that make your information clear and easy to understand. Whether you want to advance your career, manage your household budget, or bring new skills to your workplace or volunteer work, Google Sheets is a valuable tool that will serve you for years to come. No prior experience is needed, just bring your enthusiasm and leave with skills you can put to work right away! If a student is unable to attend the live session, they can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request. Follow-up support is also included, and students are encouraged to reach out with any questions before or after the class.

If you’ve noticed hip/thigh/butt spread, you are not alone. We have become a nation of professional sitters, causing lower body muscles to weaken and sag. In this workshop, you will learn: my famous ‘10 Minute Miracle Exercise’ series to strengthen lower body muscles quickly and, in the process, increase metabolism and bone density; decrease 2 inches off saddlebag area in 2 weeks; trim inches off lower body by getting rid of excess water weight; breathing technique to stimulate fat metabolism; acupressure points for lymph circulation and drainage. If you don’t have time, money, or inclination to haul yourself to a gym, you will love these powerful and effective techniques. You will need a resistance band, tied in a loop for some of the exercises.

Annual Craft & Fine Arts Expo Saturday, November 21, 2026 9:00 am -2:00 pm Middle School & Activity Center, 8700 County Road 6 SW - South of Howard Lake, MN Entry Instructions: You have three options- 1.Complete the application and return with checks made payable to HLWW Community Ed 2.Complete the application online 3.Call Community Ed at 320-543-4670 ext 1. Applications will be processed in the order they are received & on a space-available basis. Homemade arts and crafts only. Exhibitors will be allowed to sell personally crafted food items. Must follow all MN Dept of Ag Cottage Food Law Guidance. Items must be pre-packaged and not sold as a concession stand. Describe all items. Exhibitors must be involved in the production of the items they are selling. Exhibitors may share a space. The committee will make all final decisions and reserves the right to accept or reject any entry. Booths will be set up in the activity center and middle school. Exhibitors must supply their own table and display stands. A limited number of tables are available for $20 per table on a first-serve basis. Chairs will be available on racks. Booth Size & Cost Options: ** The Majority of Booths available will be 12’ x 12’. Very Limited 10 x 6 booth space will be available** 12’ x 12’ after August 12, $69 10’ x 6’ after August 12, $48 (very limited) Entry Deadline: Filled on a first received basis. Indicate special Requests on your application, we will do our best to accommodate, but not a guarantee. Wall space is very limited Load In & Out /Day of the Expo-Fair Load In Options- 7:00 -9:00 pm on Friday Set up at your own risk, there is not building security 6:00-9:00 am on Saturday Load In Location- All vendors plan to load into the Activity Center from the lower level parking lot located behind the school close to the football field. There is a garage door, vendors can utilize to access the Activities Center. Once you unload, we ask you to move your vehicle to allow others access. There will be cones set up in from of the garage door, please do not block access of others. Saturday morning, especially, please be respectful of parking spaces and blocking others. You will be notified if you will be in the middle school commons area. If that is the case, loading in through the middle school main doors would be easier. Doors Open to Shoppers at 9:00 am – Sales goes until 2pm. Load Out- No load outs until 2pm unless you sell out of items. You are responsible for removing all of your own materials including empty boxes and stickers You must furnish your petty cash and are responsible for applicable sales tax and sales tax numbers. There will be no refunds to exhibitors who fail to show or who cancel. Information Community Education 320-543-4670 Sales Tax Information Form Exhibitors must submit one of the following with Art and Craft Fair Application. A written statement that the seller qualifies for the isolated and occasional sales exemption (see below), or a completed Operator Certificate of Compliance, Form ST19. (Linked here) MN Sales Tax Information Operators/organizers of craft, antique, coin, or; flea markets; convention exhibit areas; or similar events are required by Minnesota law to get written evidence that persons who do business at the show or event have a valid Minnesota tax ID number. If a seller is not required to have a Minnesota tax ID number, the seller must give the operator a written statement that items offered for sale are not subject to sales tax. All operators must obtain written evidence from sellers. Certain individual sellers are not required to register to collect sales tax if they qualify for the isolated and occasional sales exemption. To qualify, all the following conditions must be met: The seller participates in only one event per calendar year that lasts no more than three days; The seller makes sales of $500 or less during the calendar year; and The seller provides a written statement to that effect, and includes the seller’s name, address and telephone number. This isolated and occasional sales provision applies to individuals only. It does not apply to businesses. To register for a Minnesota tax ID number, call 651-282-5225. A registration application (Form ABR) is also available at www.revenue.state.mn.us Publicity Social media Area newspapers Road signs Flyers Brochure mailing Website Notification You will be notified as soon as possible of your acceptance. If you are not accepted, your check will be returned.

Stay relevant and up to date by learning all about Venmo, the popular mobile payment service. In this class, you’ll discover how to securely pay friends and businesses, as well as receive money without the need for cash or checks. You’ll gain a confident understanding of setting up Venmo safely, avoiding unnecessary fees, and applying it in real-world scenarios for you and your family. You'll be able to discuss the topic among family, friends and have an understanding of the key terms used when you hear about VENMO in the news! Join us to master Venmo and handle mobile payments with ease and security. If a student is unable to attend the live session, they can still register and access the recording at their convenience by request. Follow-up support is also included, and students are encouraged to reach out with any questions before or after the class.

Perhaps like many people you have written your ‘Legal Will’ documenting how you wish to pass on your ‘valuables’ to your loved ones along with your ‘Living Will’ or health care directive documenting the specific actions that should be taken if you were no longer able to make decisions for yourself due to illness or incapacity. But have you written your “Ethical Will”? This 2 hour class will teach you how to write ‘legacy letters’. You will learn the universal needs of legacy writing addresses for you, the writer and your heirs. Through simple interactive writing practice, you will learn the principles and techniques for writing simple but profound letters that convey your greatest treasures- your faith, life’s lessons and values. You will see real examples of how legacy writing has impacted individuals and families and connect the dots between how writing your ‘Ethical Will’ can inform your Legal Will (i..e. estate planning). Your Facilitator: Bill Marsella has a passion for helping people share their life stories so they know their lives have made a difference and will be remembered by future generations. Bill’s own life of service has made a difference in the world. After earning his Masters Degree in social work, Bill applied his love of people and his gift for storytelling to two long careers in the Army Reserve Medical Corps helping soldiers manage extreme stress on the battlefield, and as a professional fundraiser inspiring thousands of donors to give to causes and charities they care about in the community. Bill is a trained Legacy Facilitator and has his certification in Guided Autobiography Instruction from the Birren Institute for Autobiographical Studies. Bill and his wife Cathy have 5 children, 14 grandchildren and live in Monticello MN.

Open to Anyone AGE 13+ In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration.