Finance
NEW | Content Creation for Cash: Social Media Writing
Harness the power of social media to grow your audience and boost your brand— one post at a time. This dynamic class dives deep into crafting scroll-stopping content tailored for each platform, from Instagram reels to Twitter threads. Learn how to write engaging captions, spark viral shares, and use storytelling to build authentic connections that keep followers coming back. You’ ll also discover savvy strategies to turn likes and comments into real income by monetizing your social presence like a pro. 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. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee.
◗ Mar 18 | W | 6-8 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 39 | Online AL-B341-WS1 | Krusemark 1
NEW | Customizing Estate Planning
Are you considering putting an estate plan in place but are concerned about how to deal with a difficult issue? Have you tried to make a plan but were unable to complete it? If you have a complication in your life— and most of us do— this seminar is for you! Attorney Susan T. Peterson-Lerdahl will examine several common reasons to customize your estate plan, such as divorce, remarriage, and his / hers kids, loved ones with special needs / addictive behaviors / poor money management, estate tax concerns, and Medical Assistance spenddown and estate recovery, and will discuss options to address these issues.
◗ Mar 24 | T | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 25 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B337-WS1 | Peterson-Lerdahl
Early Retirement- Exploring Your Health Insurance Options
Early retirement can be an exciting time, but it can also bring a lot of questions.“ What do I do about health insurance before I am eligible for Medicare?” Learn what to consider before leaving your employer group coverage, discover different options available to fill the gap before you become eligible for Medicare, and study the ins and outs of how to navigate MNSure, the Minnesota health insurance marketplace.
◗ Feb 11 | W | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 29 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B304-WS1 | Gaylord
◗ Apr 22 | W | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 29 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B304-WS2 | Gaylord
NEW | Economic Update
Learn how today’ s headlines and economic indicators may impact your financial strategy so you can feel confident knowing you are still on the right path.
◗ Feb 19 | Th | 6:30-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 19 | CR Family Place AL-B305-WS1 | Schwartz
First Time Homeowners: Funding Essentials
Being a first-time homeowner doesn’ t have to be scary. With some solid understanding and a plan, you can buy your first home with confidence. Come learn how mortgages work, what is available for first-time homebuyers, how to position your finances and how to start house hunting. Homeownership might be more possible than you think. Bring your questions for personalized answers. Instructors include a mortgage loan officer and real estate advisor with 35 years of combined experience.
◗ Mar 23 | M | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 35 | CR Family Place AL-B307-WS1 | Kaas
How
to be an Airbnb Owner
Airbnb and VRBO( short term rentals) are ways people make money. Is this right for you? Come learn from an Airbnb owner how to find property, set up your rental, potential risks and problems and how to set yourself up for success. This is an interactive class with real life examples!
◗ Feb 9 | M | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 35 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B312-WS1 | Kaas
DID YOU KNOW?
Anoka-Hennepin Schools offers Early Childhood Screening at no cost? If your child is three or four years old and has not been screened, NOW IS THE TIME!
Early Childhood Screening is best completed as soon as your child turns three years old to check how your child is growing, developing and learning and to provide support and resources.
Call 763-433-4910 or scan the code to make an appointment.
14 WINTER / SPRING 2026 | 763-506-5766 | www. discovercommunityed. com