hobbies
music and dance
Practice steps and turns in popular ballroom dances , including swing , waltz , foxtrot , merengue , and more . Enjoy dancing to music frequently played at weddings and most social gatherings . This is the perfect course for anyone getting married or preparing for an upcoming event . Have a fun-filled weekly date while acquiring a skill to last a lifetime . Dance moves are easy and you ’ re sure to be successful ! Teens and adults of all ages welcome ! Couples must register individually .
w Jan 25-Feb 15 | 7-8:30 pm 4 Sessions | Fee : $ 65 | Oak View MS W | AL077-2C56-W1 | Constantine
Are you ready to expand your line dancing skills ? Join us for an exciting evening of country line dancing . You will learn the Honky Tonk Stomp , Slappin ’ Leather and even put a country twist to the Electric Slide . Keep your cowboy boots at home and wear soft-soled athletic shoes . No partner needed for a full night of dancing !
w Jan 27 | 6-7 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 25 | Oak View MS F | AL077-2C67-W1 | Mohn
Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time ? 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 . This class is being held online with ZOOM . You will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all . The course includes an online book and online followup video lessons , so you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own .
w Mar 28 | 6:30-9 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 59 | Online T | AL077-2C53-W1 | Coffman 1
In just a few hours , you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment . Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords . This class is being held online with ZOOM . You will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all . The course includes an online book and online follow up video lessons , so you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own . The course is partly lecture / demonstration and partly hands-on instruction .
w Mar 27 | 6:30-9:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 59 | Online M | AL077-2C58-W1 | Coffman 1
A little classic and a little Latin ... Swing Hustle is a member of the Swing family and is danced to the contemporary pop dance music of the last 20 years . Spice up the dance floor with the “ Sassy Salsa ”. Classes will include fun , basic steps and lots of “ cool ” turns . This is a beginner class and is for everyone . If you ’ re looking for a fun activity , for your social night out these two dances are the ones . If possible , wear shoes without rubber soles . Couples only please
w Feb 2-Feb 23 | 6:30-7:30 pm 4 Sessions | Fee : $ 79 | Oak View MS Th | AL077-2C60-W1 | Brecht-Wiles
Valentine ’ s Day is just around the corner so why not start the romance early ? This workshop takes your old “ swing and sway ” dance and spices it up with simple , romantic moves . You ’ ll be spinning , turning and twirling together before you know it and you ’ ll feel comfortable in any setting ! By the end of the evening , you won ’ t want to let go ! Couples only please .
w Jan 27 | 7-9 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 49 | Oak View MS F | AL077-2C59-W1 | Mohn
Level II
Continue building your understanding of swing dancing and your confidence on the dance floor . You will learn additional footwork and patterns to single time swing . Knowledge of some basic swing patterns are helpful but not required . If possible , wear shoes without rubber soles . Couples only please .
w Feb 2-Feb 23 | 7:35-8:35 pm 4 Sessions | Fee : $ 79 | Oak View MS Th | AL077-2C61-W1 | Brecht-Wiles
photography
Learn how to use a macro lens and other alternatives to see and capture images that even our eyes cannot see . The pollen splashed on the body of a bumble bee , the small spider web on a flower , etc . Join John Pennoyer as he goes through his techniques to capture the small world with a big picture !
w Mar 9 | 6:30-9 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 45 | Staff Dev Ctr Th | AL077-2C51-W1 | Pennoyer
Get out and enjoy the Minnesota winter with your camera . The winter season offers photographers some very unique lighting situations , especially on a snow covered landscape . Instructor , John Pennoyer , will discuss exposure for light and snow . You will learn proper care for your equipment in cold weather and how to keep yourself warm in these conditions . Last class ends with a field shoot . Bring to class : DSLR camera , mirrorless ( those with interchangeable lenses ) or high-end fixedlens camera and owners manual .
w Feb 2 and Feb 4 | Varies 2 Sessions | Fee : $ 59 | Staff Dev Ctr Th / Sa | AL077-2C50-W1 | Pennoyer