Brainerd Public Schools

ONLINE class using Zoom -- participants will need a computer. Take a virtual road trip around the state to learn about some of Minnesota’s largest lakes and fantastic waterfalls! Learn how these waterways are vital to the economy, as well as a form of recreation and relaxation. Leave this 1-hour zoom class with knowledge and road trip ideas!

Barre Fusion increases muscle tone, flexibility, and confidence by blending ballet, dance, and functional strength. Shape and tone your body with this challenging, but low-impact strength workout! Participants are encouraged (but not required) to bring their own mat, light weights, and resistance bands.

Learn the skill of creating delicious seasoned sushi rice, spicy mayo, and how to stuff, wrap/shape the rolls with wonderful filling ingredients. One of these fillings is a "crab" salad that will be created using crab sticks. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. Ingredient/supplies in case participants wish to order or shop early for some ingredients: Sushi rice, sushi nori / seaweed sheets, toasted sesame oil, (Japanese) rice vinegar. Additional ingredients will be listed in the information packet that will be received 1 week before class. Bamboo sushi rolling mat can be helpful but not necessary.

In 2018 the Individual and Married Standard Deduction amounts essentially doubled to $12,000 and $24,000. For many families this eliminated the "tax-incentive" to charitable giving. In this class we will become familiar with charitable legacy tools such as: Charitable Lead Trusts, Charitable Remainder Trusts, Private Foundations, Donor Advised Funds and Life Insurance gifting. We will answer questions like: How do I get the next generations involved? Which provides tax relief now? Which gives me the most control? Questions are welcome in this open-forum seminar.

On the menu: Homemade sesame seed buns, delicious patties, secret special sauce and homemade no-churn ice cream! Participants will receive an ingredient list and station prep packet in a PDF format one week before class to allow time for shopping and prep. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Jazz up your nights on the town or in your kitchen with the fun, energetic dance of the swing! It fits various styles of music; rock n roll, country, big band and so much more. Get ready to dance by learning some turns, cuddles, kicks, and spins. This class incorporates slow, medium, and fast movements. Individuals and couples welcome!

Step back in time with the classic dance of Cinderella and Prince Charming. In this session we will start by learning the basic box and then move you into patterns that will have you floating across the dance floor.

If you love to travel and love to write, this is for you! We will discuss how to use all your senses in a new destination to create more detailed and in-depth descriptions, that capture and maintain readers' interest and whether or not you need to include photos with your work. You will also learn how to find and submit your finished product to print and online markets, the business side of travel writing (how to take travel tax deductions), and how to avoid worn-out travel writing clichés. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Learn how to make your own homemade focaccia bread, a wonderful rolled pizza called a Stromboli and stuffed pizzas known as Calzones, with homemade pizza dough! Participants will receive an ingredient list and station prep packet in a PDF format one week before class to allow time for shopping and prep. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. Equipment needs: A 9x13 non-stick baking pan or a larger sheet pan will be needed for the focaccia bread. Additional sheet pans will be needed for the Stromboli and the Calzones. A stand mixer is highly recommended in order to be able to make both doughs during the class.

Learn how to design and install a wildlife friendly yard. The secret to attracting butterflies and other wonderful wildlife to your yard lies in restoring natural habitat. Learn the fundamentals of wildlife ecology, how to break ground for a new garden or imporve an existing landscape. Walk through the requirements of certifying your yard as a National Wildlife Federation Habitat and discuss landscape plans and layouts. This class is suitable for the novice and advanced gardener.

Gichi-ziibi means "Great River" or Mississippi in Ojibwe. When you visit our center for the arts, you will see what a fitting name that is—from the beautiful lobby to the interior finishing—the river is reflected in many of the design elements. The beautiful new Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts is adjacent to Brainerd High School and is host to many community events. Sign up now for your opportunity for a behind-the-scenes tour of this facility. Tour guests must pre-register. Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. Photos courtesy of Silverman Be Remarkable

Join us for an evening of making a gluten-free pasta dish and brownies. You won't believe it's gluten-free and super simple, plus additional items to sample!

We will be making carnitas; a Latin American-style taco with a smoky BBQ flavor, and a classic chili. We will also quick-pickle some red onions to be enjoyed with the carnitas, and bake some amazing potato dinner rolls from scratch to be enjoyed with the chili. Two Instant Pot dishes will be created during this class. Choose one for your cook-along, and watch a demonstration of the other or if you have a second Instant Pot on hand and want to make both, please do! Participants will receive an ingredient list and station prep packet in a PDF format one week before class to allow time for shopping and prep. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

This class illustrates statistical methods to aid securities investment decisions. The class uses the open-source (free) R statistical software and its interface companion, R Studio; both are widely used in education and finance. Students who will benefit most are independent investors experienced with Windows who recognize terms like "bell curve" and "standard deviation," but the class does not require programming experience and will not address the gnarly academic rabbit holes traditional statistics and programming classes impose. After taking the class, students will be able to describe, compare and forecast investment returns and risk using R. Prior to class, students must download Windows versions of R (https://cran.r-project.org/mirrors.html) and R Studio (https://www.rstudio.com/products/rstudio/download/#download) in that order, to a laptop brought to class.

Learn about process of making kombucha. We will start with the history and health benefits, and work into the process and pro tips and tricks to help you brew your own! Participants will get one free pint from our taps and a starter kit so you can make your own kombucha at home!

The Cattle Raid at Cooley, Finn Mac Cool, Benandonner, the Giant's Causeway and Newgrange. Mythology and the Irish landscape - so many historical places, names, legends. Which are real and which are fictitious? Join Jillian Geraghty, live from her home in Dublin, Ireland as she shares her passion of Irish mythology, legends and folklore. This class will be via ZOOM.

An Introduction to learning the secrets and skills of magic! Students will learn how to perform fabulous feats of amazing magic with ordinary objects such as cards, coins, rubber bands, and more. Class includes an overview of how to go beyond the basics. Basic props and list of resources included in class fee.

Come learn skills in leather craft with me! We will go over skills, tips, tricks and tools to get you started on a sustainable hobby. In this single session you will learn how to make a belt that fits better than any other, tailored to you! You will walk away with a custom belt, resources to get you started and a Beck & Loon coaster. Spots are limited so sign up now! Registration closes February 21st.

Come make a leather wallet with me, and learn the skills to do so! We will go over tips, tricks and tools to get you started in leathercraft. There will be three different options of wallets to choose from when you arrive. You will walk away with a wallet that will last, resources to get you started, skills to start a sustainable hobby and a Beck & Loon coaster. Spots are limited, so sign up now! Registration closes March 29th.

If you have taken a pickleball class or have had fun playing pickleball on your own and are looking for a space to play, please join us for open pickleball! It will be a great way to continue to play, improve your skill, and meet up with players who enjoy this popular sport! Bring your favorite paddle, balls will be provided. No instruction included.