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LANGUAGE
NEW | Beginning Ojibwe
Did you know that for many generations, speaking the native dialect was discouraged for many Native Americans? This class taught by Native American Studies Educator, Benjamin Burgess, will expose you to the Ojibwe language through a variety of learning styles. You will learn basic verbs, their conjugations and phrases by engaging in various activities and games. Cosponsored by Anoka-Hennepin Indian Education. Open to ages 15 and up. All supplies provided. Class fee: $ 29. w Apr 4- May 9 | 6:30- 8:30 pm | 6 Sessions W | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3D07-S1 | Burgess
Conversational Spanish
Join instructor, Dyalma Flores-Lopez, in practicing your Spanish skills through a grammar-based approach. Engage in exercises and readings with others wanting to master their oral proficiency. Instructor is a native speaker and will help you gain confidence in your Spanish speaking. This class is for those with some basic knowledge of Spanish greetings, questions and vocabulary. Class fee includes textbook used in class. Not meeting May 30. Class fee: $ 69. w May 2- Jun 6 | 6:30- 8:30 pm | 5 Sessions W | Champlin Park HS | AL077-3D14-S1 | Flores-Lopez
Spanish I
Learn the basics of the language and culture of Spanishspeaking countries. This beginning class will introduce you to the Spanish language, culture and food. Class fee includes textbook used in class. Instructor is a native speaker. Not meeting May 30. Class fee: $ 79. w May 2- Jun 6 | 6:30- 8:30 pm | 5 Sessions W | Champlin Park HS | AL077-3D00-S1 | Martinez Block
MUSIC AND DANCE
Ballroom Dance for Beginners
Self-conscious or embarrassed about your dance moves? Gain confidence dancing with a partner to current and classic songs played at weddings, parties and most social events. Come with or without a partner. Couples dance with their partner only and singles rotate with one another. Teens and adults welcome. Dance moves are easier than you think! Couples must register individually. Class fee: $ 55. w Apr 30- May 21 | 7- 8:30 pm | 4 Sessions M | Oak View MS | AL077-3D28-S1 | Constantine
Line Dance with Monica-Party Line Dance
Get ready for any event with this workshop on learning three popular line dances – the Electric Slide, the Cha Cha Slide and the Cupid Shuffle. No partner needed for an entire evening of fun! Wear closed-toed shoes. Instructor, Monica Mohn, is a USA Dance national champion. Class fee: $ 25. w May 2 | 8- 9:30 pm | 1 Session W | Sandburg Edu Ctr | AL077-3D33-S1 | Mohn
Night Club Two-Step
Learn a practical and versatile social dance, designed to be used with contemporary soft rock. This romantic dance fills a gap where no other ballroom dance fits and is an easy dance that almost anyone can learn. Wear hard-soled shoes( if possible); partner encouraged. Instructor, Carol Brecht-Wiles, has been making dance fun for more than 20 years. Class fee: $ 45 one; $ 70 two. w Apr 11- May 2 | 6:30- 7:30 pm | 4 Sessions W | Coon Rapids MS | AL077-3D30-S1 | Brecht-Wiles
Two-Left Feet Social Dance Workshop
Convinced that you have two-left feet and that dancing is not meant for you? It doesn’ t take much: a couple of fun turns, a fancy walk to show off your partner and easy tricks to maneuver around the dance floor. Sample a variety of dance styles and gain the confidence to dance the night away. Couples only please! Wear hard-soled shoes. Class fee: $ 49 for two. w May 2 | 6- 8 pm | 1 Session W | Sandburg Edu Ctr | AL077-3D35-S1 | Mohn
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