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Pine City Community Education Early Childhood Family Education Winter 2013 Pine City Reads! Art on the Road! Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Group Let’s Go Fishing!

Pine City Community Education Celebrates Life Long Learning! Adult Enrichment Early Childhood We R Able Community Events Pine City Reads

In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy. William Blake

Table of Contents Adult Enrichment / Health & Rec.

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Skill Building

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Arts and Crafts

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Pine Center for the Arts

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Early Childhood Family Education

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Youth Programs

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We ‘R’ Able

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Community Information

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Registration Information

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Becky Maki Community Education Director Carol Lightfoot Secretary / Administrative Asst. 700 6th Ave. SW RM #110 Pine City, MN 55063 320-629-4030

Welcome to Pine City Community Education! Check out the new venture - Art on the Road! Pine City Reads 2013! Let’s Go Fishing! Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Group

Is there an interest or activity you would like to see offered through Community Ed.? Do you have an interest or hobby you would like to share? Contact Pine City Community Education to set up a class! 320-629-4030

Pine City Reads Celebrates its 9th Year What happens in a community-wide read? Reading the same book and discussing it creates a deeper understanding of our neighbors, ourselves and our community. Gathering in public places for discussion reminds us of the value of our library and center for the arts. A community-wide read invites us to go outside of one’s typical choice of books and consider another genre of books. This can result in the unexpected pleasure of a reading experience that takes you to new places and different worlds. Rainwater - Sandra Brown Ella Barron is determined that even the ravages of the Dust Bowl will not affect the well-ordered life she has built for herself and her special child, Solly, who lives in a world of his own that even she can’t enter. This poignant, lyrical novel tells a story of determination and bears witness to a powerful truth: love is worth whatever price one must pay for it. (S&Shuster) Fahrenheit 451 - Ray Bradbury This futuristic masterpiece was written in 1951, yet is very relevant for today. Guy Montag is a fireman, in his world TV rules and literature is on the brink of extinction. Firemen start fires instead of put them out. His wife has a reality TV family yet doesn’t connect with those around her. After Guy meets a new neighbor he begins to question all he has known and finds himself running to save his own life. Books can be purchased at the Pine City Library, Pine City Com. Ed., Pine Center for the Arts and Pine City High School. Each book is $10 or both books for $15. Book Discussion Groups: Rainwater Book Discussion Groups Tuesday, Jan. 15- 7:00 PM Pine City Library Thursday, Jan. 17 - 10:00 AM Pine City Library Tuesday, Jan. 22 - 6:30 PM Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Fahrenheit 451 Discussion Groups Tuesday, Feb. 19 - 7:00 PM - Pine City Library Thurs., Feb. 21 - 10:00 AM - Pine City Library Tues. Feb. 26 - 6:30 PM - Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Thurs., Feb. 28 - 7:00 NW Fur Post page 4

Author Doug Wood is the creator of thirty books, with over two million copies in print. Among his honors and awards are the International Reading Association Book of the Year, Minnesota Book Award, and Parent's Choice Award. This highly-acclaimed author/illustrator will be the 2013 featured guest of the Pine City Schools for "I Love to Read Month 2013", with a community education event scheduled at 3:15 on Feb. 5th. In addition to being an author/illustrator, Doug is an accomplished musician, singer, and composer with a degree in music education. He performs on guitar, banjo, and mandolin. In 2011, Doug narrated his book Old Turtle with full choir and orchestra at the famed Lincoln Center in New York City. Pre-registration and payment are required for the February 5th community education event to be held in the Pine City Elementary Media Center. Please sent $3.00 for individual participants to cover admission and refreshments to Pine City Community Education, 700 6th Ave SW, Pine City, MN 55063. Any questions, contact Carol at the Community Ed. Office, 320-629-4030. Children are welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent and able to sit quietly through the presentation. Family cost is $5.00.

Doug will also be at the NW Fur Post at 7:00 PM ]Watch for more informations! Douglas Wood is a Minnesota Renaissance Man." --Minnesota Monthly page 5

Adult Enrichment Health and Recreation “Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a misprint.” ~ Mark Twain Fitness Walking Looking for a place to walk that doesn't depend on the weather? Walkers are invited to use the halls at Pine City Elementary School weekdays (when school is in session) between 4 and 6:30 PM, no later. You must register with Pine City Community Education by calling 320-629-4030 and pick up a badge. Continuing through April 12, 2013 with a walking badge.

Men’s Basketball Men's weekly adult recreational basketball is available for those who would like to get some exercise. Good sportsmanship skills are REQUIRED. Adults only-no high school students are allowed to play. Late starts are welcome. Date: Wednesdays, continues through May 2, 2013 (no BB Mar. 27 & Apr. 17) Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Pine City High School Gym Fee: $15.00 for the season. Register at first session you attend with Jerry Lotz. We are often asked if a community group or organization can use the school district's classrooms, gym space, commons areas, or outside grounds. We try hard to find space for community groups. There is a set procedure to follow and form to complete to make this happen. Look on the school web site or contact Community Ed at 320 629-4030 for this information. “An hour of basketball feels like 15 minutes. An hour on a treadmill feels like a weekend in traffic school.” ~ David Walters page 6

Pickleball - Fun for Adults Only! Date:

Fridays, continues through May 2, 2013 Note: no pickle ball on 2/8, 3/29 Easy to learn, yet a continual challenge. Pickleball is a great workout and fun for all adults, of all ages! Date: Friday, Continuing through May 2, 2013, except Feb. 8th & Mar. 29th Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Location: Pine City Elementary School Multi Fee: $15.00 for the season. Register with Don Peterson at first session you attend.

Zumba - Instructor: Amber Williams The Zumba program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Our goal is simple: we want you to want to work out, to love working out, to get hooked. Zumba Fanatics achieve longterm benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate you for life! Date: Wednesday, Jan. 2nd - May 22, 2013 (except Mar. 27) Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Pine City Elementary School Multi Fee: $5.00 per evening. Register and pay at each class you attend with the instructor. ONE NIGHT FREE OR ONE PAID ADULT- BRING A FRIEND FREE!

Snowshoeing/Family Fun! - Instructor Elisa Mill Looking for something new to do or just some great winter exercise? Families are invited to try out snowshoeing on the Pine City High School nature trail or field. Snowshoes will be provided. Event appropriate for families with children ages ten or older. Date: Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 Time: 10:00 AM - Noon Location: Meet at the Pine City HS bus shed (south of the softball field) Registration: No charge, pre-registration required by calling the Pine City Community Ed office, 320-629-4030 p. 7

Adult Enrichment Health & Safety Driver Improvement AAA Instructor is Gene Carlson. Any driver 55 and older is invited to take the Driver Improvement class. This course will save you 10% on your auto insurance for three years. There are no written or behind the wheel tests. First time students take the eight hour class beginner class. The four hour refresher class is for repeat students. 8 hour Beginner Class First timers must attend both classes. Date/Time: Fri., Mar. 8 (5:30-9:30 PM) & Sat., Mar. 9 (9:00 AM-1:00 PM) 4 hour Refresher Classes : Choose one refresher class. Date/Time: Monday, Feb. 25, 2013 Monday, Apr. 15, 2013 Wed., June 5, 2013 Thurs., June 6, 2013

5:30 PM - 9:30 PM 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Location: Pine City Elementary School Media Center 700 6th Ave SW, Pine City Register: Call Pine City Community Education, 320-629-4030 or the Highway Safety Research Center at 1-888-234-1294 or register online at www.mnsafetycenter.org Class Fee: $24.00 – Beginner Class (pay at class) $20.00 – Refresher Class (pay at class) Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac? George Carlin - Brainy Quotes P. 8

Skill Building

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GED Test Preparation Pretests for the GED can be taken at the Pine City Area Learning Center. GED / ABE Prep Times: Mondays 4:00 - 7:00 Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00 Fridays 8:30 - 11:30 Call 320-629-4040 for more details.

GED Testing Schedule Site: Pine City Elem. School Media Center Dates: Jan. 26, 2013, Feb. 23, 2013, Mar. 23, 2013 Please enter through the door #24 on 6th Avenue closest to Main Street (6th Avenue is a one way street)

New testers must arrive at 9:00 a.m. Please contact Melissa Lupinek at 320-223-3826 for more information. All students are required to be to the Media Center at 9:00 a.m. sharp for Session 1 and 3:30 p.m. For Session 2.

Pine Area Learning Center School is in session - what would you like to learn? Students 16 and older can do the following: *Improve Basic Skills *Prepare for the GED Test *Work towards a diploma *Learn to Read *Learn English Evening and Day schedule is available - call 320-629-4040

ACT Prep Classes - see Ms Brubaken at the PCHS Pine Technical College Pine Technical College offers a wide variety of computer classes, skill building courses and medical / health related courses including the LPN program and first aid. Call 1-800- 521-7463 or 320-6295100 for more information.

Introduction to Sign Language Class This class will introduce you to the fundamentals of American Sign Language used by the Deaf Community. It will include basic vocabulary, syntax, finger spelling, and facial grammar. This class will also introduce students to cultural knowledge and increase your understanding of the Deaf Community. Have an enriching experience learning this language. This class is offered for parents with their child or individual adults. Instructor is Sharon Greene CI/CT. Date: Tuesday, Jan. 29, Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2013(5x) Time: 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Pine City Elementary School ECFE Rm #112 Class Fee: $35.00 for parents & child/$25.00 for individual adult to Pine City Community Education

CPR with Elisa Mill CPR & First Aid Beginner Adult, Child & Infant Class For adults to obtain certification through the American Heart Association. Instructor is Elisa Mill. Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2013 Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Pine City High School Rm #158 Class Fee: $15.00 per person, due one week before class to Pine City Community Ed

CPR & First Aid Refresher Adult, Child and Infant Class For child care providers and other adults who currently possess a current certification through American Heart Association or Instructor's permission. Instructor is Elisa Mill. Date: Thursday March 14, 2013 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Pine City High School Room #158 Class Fee: $15.00 per person, due one week before class to Pine City Community Ed P. 10

Are you a Grandparent or other relative Raising Your Grandchild/ren? This invitation is for you! About one in twelve children are being raised by their Grandparents and the numbers are rising. Caring full or part time for grandchildren has joys and challenges. A group for you and the children meets the second Tuesday of the month from 6:30 PM-7:30 PM. We offer support and discuss the joys and challenges of parenting...again! Call Pine City Community Ed at 320-629-4030 to let us know you are planning on attending and also to sign up for child care. Upcoming Meeting Dates: Tuesdays, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, Mar. 12, Apr. 9 & May 14 Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Pine City Community Ed Room #110, Pine City Elem. School - enter door #5 by the Dragons Den playground.

Let’s Go Fishing with Seniors Citizens! Check this out! Let's Go Fishing with seniors began in Willmar, Minnesota in 2002. Founder Joe Holm shared with his wife Carolyn, his dream to help enrich the lives of senior citizens. Joe wanted to create an organization that would provide fishing and boating outings to seniors at no cost. The first chapter was formed with the help of friends that shared his passion for helping people and loved the water. If you are interested in bringing a Chapter of Let’s Go Fishing to the Pine City/Pine County area, please attend an informational meeting in the Pine City High School 7th grade commons on January 15, 2013 at 4:00 PM. For further information please contact Connie Blazek at 320-384-8078 or visit www.lgfws.com.

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Join us for lunch and the 1:00 PM show. Transportation provided on the Pine City minibus. Leave PC Elem. (door #5) at 8:00 AM, return by 5:30 PM. Tickets: $50 / call 320629-4043 to check on ticket availability. - award winning author visit Doug will be at the NW Fur Post 2/5 at 7:00. Watch for more information!

The Irish tenors continue to wow audiences with classic, folk, Irish and pop genres. Award winning national tour! Leave Pine City Elem. (door #5) at 11:30 AM for a 1:30 PM show on the Pine City minibus. Tickets $21.00 Price includes performance, rolls and transportation.

Join us for this child friendly roof-raising, toe-tapping extravaganza! Leave Pine City Elem (door #5) at 11:30 AM for a 2:00 PM performance on a comfortable coach bus. $72.00 includes, treats, performance and transportation.

Baskets by Joanna Schutt PRIMITIVE MARKET BASKET This basket was designed as an antique reproduction from days gone-by. As long as there have been goods to transport, market baskets have been woven to carry things. It measures 10" x 14" filled base with 6 1/2" sides. Any level of weaver will enjoy this one-evening project, and all materials & supplies will be provided. Date: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Pine City High School 7th Grade Commons Class Fee: $44.00 registration with class fee due one week before class to Pine City Community Ed CLOTHESPIN BASKET Are you anxious for spring so you can hang clothes out on the line? There is nothing better than the fresh air smell of sun-dried laundry ~ and our Clothes Pin Basket can lend a hand with those chores. The basket measures 7" square base with 7" sides and a wood & wire handles. Everyone can enjoy this one-class project. All materials & supplies will be provided. Date: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Pine City High School 7th Grade Commons Class Fee: $32.00 registration with class fee due one week before class to Pine City Community Ed. EASTER BASKET Our primitive Easter Basket is great for collecting up all of those sweet treats the Easter Bunny leaves behind. The 7 1/2" square base flares to a 12" round top and is woven on a dove-tailed hardwood handle to create a very sturdy basket. All levels of weavers will enjoy this project. Complete materials including several accent color options, (mauve, blue, green, lavender), & supplies will be provided. Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Pine City High School 7th Grade Commons Class Fee: $38.00 registration with class fee due on week before class to Pine City Community Ed p. 13

Pine Center for the Arts Winter 2013 Class Schedule Mission: Pine Center for the Arts is a resource for artists, students and the community. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for all to create, learn and enjoy the visual, performing and literary arts. Vision: Pine Center for the Arts seeks to inspire the artist in everyone and to transform the community into a dynamic destination for artists, learners and audiences from the community and region. Pine Center for the Arts 265 5th Street SE, PO Box 308, Pine City MN 55063 www.pinecenter.org [email protected] (320) 629-4924 This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Fiber Arts Knit Nights Led by Mary Ellen Sauser Pine Center for the Arts will host "Knit Nights" the second and fourth Wednesday of the winter session, beginning January 9th. This informal workshop is open to knitters of all levels who are hoping to improve their skills as well as enjoy the company of other knitters. Bring your own project or we’ll get you in contact with the instructor for project ideas that fit your skill level. Register for these classes on page 18

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Pine Center for the Arts Classes Fiber Arts Woven Wagon Wheel Rag Rug Instructor Bev Anderson Students will make a 14”-16” diameter woven table topper in their own color scheme. You will gain the skills through this course to be able to make larger round floor rugs. Class limited to 10 ages 13 and up. Thursdays, March 21 and 28; 6:30 – 8:00 PM $15 Class Fee $10 Supply Fee (Hoop and pins) Student will need to bring fabric (not stretchy) in 2 or 3 contrasting colors, 1 yard each and a pair scissors. Photography Understanding the Digital Camera

Instructor Dee Kotaska

Cameras have advanced greatly since the days of simply “pointing and shooting”. Even the smallest camera has a lot more capability than most photographers are aware of. In this workshop, we will discuss how a camera works, the difference between SLR and point and shoot cameras and film and digital cameras. We will spend time negotiating the menus and options of digital cameras. Since each camera has a different program, it is ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL THAT EACH PERSON BRING THEIR CAMERA AND MANUAL TO THE CLASS. Open to all levels. Class limited to 10 people. Tues., Feb. 19th; 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. $15 Class Fee $1 Supply Fee Telling a Story – With Photos Instructor Dee Kotaska A picture is worth a thousand words. What do words say about your photographs? In this class we will learn strategies and skills to have your photos tell the story you want to tell. We’ll discuss creating more dynamic images that have emotional impact and how to take them. BRING YOUR CAMERA TO CLASS AND 3 PRINTS OF PHOTOS YOU HAVE TAKEN THAT YOU BELIEVE “TELL A STORY”. Tues., Feb. 26th; 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. $15 Class Fee $1 Supply Fee Register for these classes on page 18

Pine Center for the Arts Classes Pottery / Textured Vases Instructor Laura Kotsmith Working with clay is a great way to relieve stress and focus on creativity. Learn basic hand building and glazing techniques and take home an aesthetically pleasing, uniquely textured clay vase. Thursdays, Jan 17 and 24, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Completed pieces will be picked up after Jan 31st when they have been fired. $25 Class Fee, $10 Supply Fee. Drawing and Painting Beginning Charcoal Drawing Instructor Amber Shuey If you have always wanted to learn to draw with charcoal but were intimidated, this will be the class for you! With supportive guidance, participants will progress through a series of charcoal exercises that will teach drawing skills in application, observation, creating tonal spaces, shading, and more! At the end, you will get to try your hand at drawing a landscape scene. Ages 15 and up Tues., Jan 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20 Class Fee, $15 Supply Fee. Watercolor Painting Instructor Claudia Hanson Want to paint but don’t know what to paint? Have you been looking at that blank paper and wondering where to start? Try some fun techniques that will allow you to respond to the medium and see new painting possibilities. We will paint individually but share ideas to expand our painting “toolbox.” Thursdays, Feb 21, 28 and March 7, 6:30-8:00 p.m. $30 Class Fee, $7 Supply Fee. Lavish Landscapes Instructor Peg Skalicky Learn to paint beautiful landscapes. In this class you will learn the secrets to creating amazing birch trees, pine trees, leafy trees, rocks and much more! Saturdays, January 19 and 26, 10 AM-11:30 PM $20 Class Fee, $5 Supply Fee. Instructions will be given to students about which brushes to purchase and bring to class.

Pine Center for the Arts Classes Mosaic Bowl or Plate Workshop Instructor Bette Christensen In this class you will learn the basics of creating a beautiful bowl or plate using mosaic tiles. All materials provided or you can bring your own unique items. (You will grout your own item later.) Saturday, February 16th; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 PM $20 Class Fee (All Class Fees Donated to PCftA) $10 supply fee Beginner Photoshop Instructor Amber Shuey Have you ever wanted to learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to edit your images, but felt a bit overwhelmed by this powerful program? This instructor-led Photoshop training class will get you started quickly with the fundamentals of using Photoshop well. Learn the basics of the program, as well as a few tips and tricks to get you started creating beautiful and creative images! Tuesday, January 22; 6:30-8:30 PM $15 Class Fee Open Jam Night! We want Pine Center for the Arts to be a place for people to come and hang out and share their musical gifts together! So...grab your instrument or instruments and help us start a new trend in our musical community! 2nd Thursday of the month 7:00 PM Open Studio time Need a place to work on your art away from kids and chaos, or to simply be motivated and inspired by other artists in an open environment? Come enjoy our Open Studio time on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6-8pm. Just bring your easel, brushes, pastels, sketchpad, clay, canvases or whatever supplies you need and come hang out and create! Creative Birthday Cards Instructor Jessica Bavier Get ready to create birthday cards for those special people in your life! In this class, we'll be making six birthday cards in a variety of styles using lots of fun products, stamps, and papers! Hands on instruction is provided in a fun, casual environment. No experience is necessary, just be prepared for lots of creative fun! Tues., March 5 and 12; 6:30 - 8:30 PM $15 Class Fee $5 Sup Fee

Registration Form Thank you for taking the time to review our brochure. If you wish to register for one of these classes, please complete the registration form below and submit to the Pine Center for the Arts. If there are other topics that interest you and you would like to share them with us, let us know. We are always looking for new things to present and if it is of interest to you there are, no doubt, others out there that would also be interested.

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Register at: Pine Center for the Arts, 265 5th St. SE, Pine City, MN Or mail registration to: Pine Center for the Arts, PO Box 308, Pine City, MN 55063 Phone: (320) 629-4924 Email: [email protected] p. 18

Early Childhood Family Education ECFE Parents are a child’s first and most important teacher! Classes begin the week of Jan. 8 All classes held at the Pine City Elem. Room 110-113

Classes for Winter Session 2013 will fill as registrations with class fees are received. Registrations can be mailed or dropped off at the Early Childhood/Community Ed office. Entrance: door #5 on the southwest side of the elementary school. Questions? Call 320-629-4030.

Parents and children participate in fun winter activities together. Parents separate while children are engaged with an early childhood teacher, to discuss topics specific to their two year old’s social, emotional and physical development.

An action packed time of games, stories, movement and projects are planned around a theme each week. Parents and children enjoy a variety of activities together. Next, children have a snack and planned activities while parents discuss topics with a parent educator.

Story Hour continues throughout the school year at the Pine City Public Library. We welcome you and your child for an hour of stories, finger plays, songs and a creative art project. Come for one or all sessions. Parents must stay with their child during story time. There is no preregistration or cost.

Parents and infants/toddlers from newborn to 23 months explore the world in unique and positive ways. Enjoy movement, songs and sensory experiences. Parents learn with your child about emotional, social and physical development. Parents remain with the children for this class.

Get ready for a morning filled with action and fun! This class keeps us all busy with activities, songs, movement and motion. Parents meet after snack to discuss topics while children continue their activities with the early childhood teacher.

Parents and infants/toddlers from newborn to 23 months explore the world in unique and positive ways. Enjoy movement, songs, and activities with your child. Followed by a parent discussion time, topics covered such as sleeping/eating patterns, ideas for activities and what to expect with a child this age.

Join us for an evening of activities for children ages 2 - 5. Following the parent / child activity time, parents have time to relax and discuss new strategies and common concerns about your child. Children continue with their activities with the early childhood teacher.

Come for a morning of fun and learning activities. Children learn skills and grow in learning how to get along with their age group. Children stay for lunch and eat in the school lunch room. Parents stay for parent time every other week. For Head Start information, contact Lakes & Pines at 1-800-832-6082.

Frosty’s Birthday Party Thursday, January 24, 2013

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Pine City Elementary School Multi Purpose Room Families with young children are invited to Frosty’s Birthday Party. Come anytime between six and seven-thirty and enjoy a variety of hands-on winter activities. Frosty, the snow person, is expected to visit! Don’t come too late - Frosty might melt! Most activities appropriate for children two to five years old. Parents must attend with their child. No preregistration is required. Cost is $2.00 per child, parents are free.

Getting Ready for School! We want every child to come to school ready to learn and ready to read. The first step is preschool screening. All children need to be screened before they start school. If your child is 3 ½ or 4 call the school nurse’s office, to set up an appointment. Pine City Elementary at 320-629-4214.

What does your child need to know before Kindergarten? Academic *Recognize & write name (upper & lower case letters) *Be able to rhyme words *Recognize Colors *Recognize Basic Shapes *Recognize Numbers 1-20 *Count to 20 Social *Play/Share with Each other *Sit Quietly during a Story *Take Turns *Basic Manners *Self Care (zip jacket, tie shoes, get on winter wear)

1. Mail in your registration with payment to: Early Childhood Family Education 700 6th Ave. SW RM #110 Pine City, MN 55063 2. Stop in person and register at Early Childhood which is located in the Pine City Elem. RM #110 Hours are 8:00 - 3:30. Children must be the appropriate age on the first day of class. Registrations are being accepted and class slots will fill as registrations with payments are received. Quality childcare is available during the sessions for preschool siblings not enrolled in class. Register for childcare when you register for classes. Donations are suggested for childcare. Our program complies with state requirements on childhood immunizations. Bring immunizations records for all children attending the center. A class may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment one week before classes are scheduled to begin. We will notify you if that occurs.

Classes are cancelled if school is cancelled due to weather.

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Partnering with Parents to Educate Children - HEAD START! Head Start has great learning programs for you and your child! Home Based - 1½ hour weekly visit with a trained home visitor! Socialization times with other kids! Parent Meetings for sharing and planning! Child Care Options - Head Start with Child Care! Do you qualify? Qualification is based on child’s age and family income. CALL TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION 800 - 832 - 6082

Just for Kids Tae Kwon Do Fall Session For youth ages six through eighteen. Learn the marital arts as taught by a certified black belt instructor. Uniforms optional. Uniforms and belt testing fee will be required for belt promotion and can be purchased with the instructor. Students can wear modest workout apparel or loose fitting workout clothes and a T-shirt. Instructor is Lowell Johnson. All belt levels are welcome. Date: Tuesdays, Mar. 5, 12, 19, Apr. 2 & 9, 2013 (5 classes) Time: Grades 1-6: 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM Ages 12-18: 7:30 PM – 8:15 PM Location: Pine City Elementary School Gym, Note: Not the multi purpose room Class fee: $45.00 (5 classes) due one week before class to Pine City Community Ed. Mr. Lowell Johnson started TaeKwonDo in 1992. He trained under Master Kevin Kastelle in a small Dojang in St. Louis Park. He received his Black Belt in the winter of 2000. He has participated in many local and national tournaments. The most memorable was the USTU nationals in 1999 hosted in Florida where he received a gold medal in Olympic style sparring. He has also medalled in the 1998 and 2000 USTU national tournaments. He was the USTU MN state breaking champion for two consecutive years. He is also a C1 certified referee with the USTU and a C rated referee in the AAU. Mr. Johnson has been instructing for Mr. Kastelle since 1999 at the NW athletic clubs. In July 2005 he was presented with 2nd degree status.

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Just for Kids! Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 1 - 4) Come join us in learning how to cook fantastic foods that are fun and easy to make. The theme will be "Healthy Snacks for the New Year”. We will be playing some exciting games and being physically active! Instructor is Kelly Appeldorn, Community Nutrition Educator, UMN Simply Good Eating Program. Class size limited. Date: Thursday, January 10 & 17, 2013 (2-day session) Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Location: Early Childhood RM #112/Pine City Elem. School Class Fee: $5.00 to Pine City Community Ed (Classes will fill as registrations with class fees are received.) Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 1 - 4) Come join us in learning how to cook fantastic foods that are fun and easy to make. The theme will be "Red and Valentines”. We will be playing some exciting games and being physically active! Instructor is Kelly Appeldorn, Community Nutrition Educator, UMN Simply Good Eating Program. Class size limited. Date: Thursday, February 7 & 14, 2013 (2-day session) Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Location: Early Childhood RM #112/Pine City Elem. School Class Fee: $5.00 to Pine City Community Ed (Classes will fill as registrations with class fees are received.) Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 1 - 4) Come join us in learning how to cook fantastic foods that are fun and easy to make. The theme will be "Breakfast Foods”. We will be playing some exciting games and being physically active! Instructor is Kelly Appeldorn, Community Nutrition Educator, UMN Simply Good Eating Program. Class size limited. Date: Thursday, March 7 & 14, 2013 (2-day session) Time: 3:00 PM -4:30 PM Location: Early Childhood RM #112/Pine City Elem. School Class Fee: $5.00 to Pine City Community Ed (Classes will fill as registrations with class fees are received.) p. 27

WE ‘R’ ABLE WINTER 2013 425 S. Dana, Ave. PO 637, Rush City, MN. 55069 320-358-1210, [email protected] All activities, classes, and events are open to all. They are designed to provide accommodations to be accessible. We R Able specifically serves people ages 14 and up, but family members may also register along with participants. Our service area is the school districts of Pine City, Rush City, North Branch, and Chisago Lakes. Register for these events on page 36 Support Group Focus on Ability Do you want to learn about resources/new information on health issues, meet encouraging people, have fun & enjoy special events. Learn about wellness, focus on your abilities and take advantage of free health checks plus no waiting in line for flu shots? The Support Group for Persons with Disabilities invites folks from the entire East Central MN area to take advantage of all they have to offer. Refreshments, time to socialize and supportive listening are other benefits. *1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month* $1.00 donation encouraged. 1:30 – 3:30 PM Chisago County Senior Center North Branch 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each Month 1:30 PM No pre-registration required. Chisago County Sr. Center, 38790 6th Ave., North Branch Popcorn Pop and a Movie 1st Thursday of the month You may choose from the 7 movies at the theater. Movie starts at 9:45 AM (doors open 9:15 AM) Cost: Pay at theater - $5.00 Movie Only $7.50 Movie, popcorn, pop and refills Movie lengths vary. Call ahead for specific start times. North Branch Theaters 651-674-2291. Longer movies have an earlier start time. So if you know you want a particular movie, please call ahead to verify when that one will start. Individuals accompanying participants must also pay. According to theater policy no R rated movies will be screened. No pre-registration required. p. 29

Cool Time at North Country Coffee with Troy Heling of “Wire and Wood” Enjoy supper with friends and listen to Troy Heling on guitar as he plays country and old time music. This instrumentalist will compose tunes on the spot, and will play some favorites requested by the audience. Pre-register by 1/10/13 Thursday, January 17 5 -7:00 p.m. with music at 6:00 Cost: $7.50 North Country Coffee, at North Branch Outlets, 38500 Tanger Dr., North Branch Pie Crafts with Sue DeLuney, in honor of National Pie Day Teacher Sue DeLuney has plenty of creative ideas for making crafts. Join her to celebrate National Pie Day (on January 23rd), and make a decoration for your home. Pre-register by 1/15/13 Tuesday, January 22 6:30-8:30 PM Cost: $6 Chisago County Sr. Center, 38790 6th Ave., North Branch Cross Country Ski and Supper Come in time for supper and get fitted for skis, boots, and poles, then have a short lesson from a regional country ski expert. We'll ski around the downtown Rush City Park, and you'll be close to the SCRED building where you can warm up. Friday, February 1 Pre-register by 1/25/12 5-7:00 PM Cost: $7.50 each event SCRED building, 425 S. Dana Ave., Rush City. This activity is made possible through a grant from the East Central Energy Operation Round UP. Celebrate National Snack Food Month Kelly Appeldorn will teach about healthy snacks at the Pine City High School FACS room. You will make a variety of good snacks using basic ingredients. Kelly is a Community Nutrition Educator for Pine County and works for the University of Minnesota Extension Simply Good Eating Program. She provides nutrition education all around the community and in her classes participants make food that is fun, healthy and easy. Pre-register by 1/28 February 4 6:30 – 8:00 PM Cost: $6 Pine City High School, 1400 Main St. S. Pine City.

Register for these events on p. 36 with St. Croix River Ed. Dance from your chair, stretch your hands in the air Learn dance moves especially designed for people with movement challenges, like Parkinson disease. Everything can be done in chairs, and opportunities to experience movement in a standing position will also be offered. Narratives go with the dancing, helping each participant to create a dance story as a group. No prior experience is necessary. Family members of people with movement challenges are welcome. Trained dance instructor Cheryl Braddock of the Dance Place in Braham is the teacher. Wednesdays, January 16, February 6, 20, March 6, 20, April 3, 17, May 1 10:30-11:30 am

Pine City Senior Center, 670 Main St. S., Pine City Cost: donations accepted, suggested amount $3-5 each time No pre-registration is required. This activity is made possible in part through a small grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council small grant, with an appropriation from the Minnesota Legislature. Let’s go Bowling Have fun with friends & get some good exercise too. Adaptations such as ramps and bumpers are available, so everyone can participate. Register early----space is limited! Volunteers are needed too. Cost: $40.00 for games, shoes Call to register Thursdays, Jan. 10, 24, February 7, 21, March 7, 21 4:00 PM JJ’s Bowl, North Branch 6427 Ash St. North Branch, 55056 651-674-8371 Supper and Cross Country Ski Evening Fri., Mar 1 5- 7:00pm We’ll provide the supper, skis, boots, and poles, and instructor in Rush City, and you come and try out cross-country skiing for the evening. You can bring your own equipment if you like. We’ll meet at the SCRED building in downtown Rush City, eat supper, get fitted for boots and equipment, have a little lesson in skiing from Terry Salmela, and then walk across the street to the Cost: $7.50 each event Pre-register by 1/25/12 SCRED building, 425 S. Dana Ave., Rush City. This activity is made possible through a grant from the East Central Energy Operation Round UP.

Register for these events on page 36 with St. Croix River Ed. Concert of Swedish troubadour music with Joel Karlsson The evening of music will feature a solo performer from northern Sweden. He will perform traditional songs and tunes, accompanied by guitar. The event is co-sponsored by the North Chisago Historical Society. Refreshments follow concert. Tuesday, February 5 7 PM No pre-registration required. Cost: donations cheerfully accepted $5-$7. Rushseba Town Hall, 51533 Forest Blvd, Rush City. We have applied for a grant, and if awarded then this activity is made possible through a grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund through the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 2008. Concert of Swedish troubadour music with Joel Karlsson The afternoon of music will feature a solo performer from northern Sweden. He will perform traditional songs and tunes, accompanied by guitar. Refreshments follow concert. Thursday, February 7 1:30 PM No pre-registration required. Cost: donations cheerfully accepted $5-$7. Valentine Garland with Sue DeLuney Teacher Sue DeLuney has plenty of creative ideas for making crafts. Join her to celebrate Valentine’s Day and make a sweet garland decoration for your home. Cost: $6 Pre-register by 2/5/13Tuesday, February 12 6:30-8:30 PM Chisago County Sr. Center, 38790 6th Ave., North Branch Coffee Time Concert with Joel Karlsson This singer songwriter from northern Sweden will sing traditional visor and perform on guitar. Coffee and refreshments provided. Wednesday, February 20 2-3:00 PM No pre-registration Cost: donations cheerfully accepted $5-$7. Chisago County Sr. Center, 38790 6th Ave., North Branch We have applied for a grant, and if awarded then this activity is made possible through a grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund through the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 2008. Register for these events on page 36 with St. Croix River Ed.

Register for these events on p. 36 with St. Croix River Ed. Supper and Cross Country Ski Evening with music by Swedish Troubadour Joel Karlsson Enjoy a winter supper and music at the new meeting room by the We R Able office. Get fitted for cross country skis and boots, have a little lesson on skiing by Terry Salmela, take a spin around the Rush City downtown park, and come back inside for more music. Friday, February 22 5-7 PM Register by 2/15/13 SCRED building, 425 S. Dana Ave, Rush City This activity is made possible through grants from the East Central Energy Operation Round Up and possibly by the East Central Regional Arts Council Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund through the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 2008. Drawing and Painting Class Have you ever wanted to paint a beautiful picture, but aren't sure where to start? In this class, you will learn a unique drawing and painting technique that will produce amazing results, regardless of your skill level. Sue Wehrenberg is the instructor. Former participants say that this is a relaxing and non-threatening atmosphere and that the classes are enjoyable and relaxing. This is a very popular class so register early. Volunteers needed to assist. The location is the Chisago Lakes Middle School Art Room in Lindstrom. Cost: $35 Pre-register by 3/11/13. Mondays, February 25, March 4, 18, 25, April 8, 15 6-8 PM Chisago Lakes Middle School Art Room, 13750 Lake Blvd, Lindstrom

Winter Snowman Garland with Sue DeLuney Cost: $6 Teacher Sue DeLuney has plenty of creative ideas for making crafts. She’ll teach you how to make a wintery snowman garland decoration for your home. Tuesday, Feb. 26 6:30-8:30 p.m. Pre-register by 2/19/13 Chisago County Sr. Center, 38790 6th Ave., North Branch Register for these events on page 36 with St. Croix River Ed.

Appetizer Concert with Northern Gale This trio of musicians, singers, and dancers will perform Irish, Scottish, Celtic music to prepare for celebration St. Patrick’s Day. Wednesday, March 6 10:30 – 11:30 AM. Cost: donations cheerfully accepted $5-$7. Pre-register by 2/28/13 so that we get a lunch count. You will pay lunch money directly to the Sr. Center. $3.50 for ages 60+, and $7 for 0-59. Pine City Senior Center, 670 Main Street S., Pine City, MN. We have applied for a grant, and if awarded then this activity is made possible through a grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund through the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 2008. Register for these events on page 36with St. Croix River Ed. Snow Tubing at Wild Mountain Pre-register by 3/1/13 Come in time for supper and then get ready for snow tubing. There are seated options, and there will be support and assistance in riding up the mountain on a conveyor device. We’ll provide a meal, and you can also make purchases for snacks and beverages if you like. Friday, March 8 5-7:00 PM Cost: $13 Wild Mountain, 37200 Wild Mountain Road, Taylors Falls Note # 1: Support staff, if you assist clients, no fee for tubing, otherwise a ticket is needed. Note # 2: We R Able earns one free tubing ticket for each 20 participants, and we would allocate that to support staff. Please indicate on the registration forms that you would like your name to be put into a drawing for the free ticket(s). This activity is made possible in part through a grant from the East Central Energy Operation Round UP. Celebrate Johnny Appleseed Day, March 11 Kelly Appeldorn will teach about apple eating, baking, cooking, and enjoying,at the Pine City High School FACS RM 151. You will make an apple dish and learn about Johnny Appleseed. Kelly provides nutrition education all around the community and in her classes participants make food that is fun, healthy and easy. 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Cost: $6 Pre-register by 3/4/13. Pine City High School, 1400 Main St. S. Pine City.

Irish Garland with Sue DeLuney, In honor of St. Patrick’s Day Register for these events on p. 36 Teacher Sue DeLuney has plenty of creative ideas for making crafts. She’ll teach you how to make an Irish garland decoration for your home just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Tuesday, March 12 6:30-8:30 PM Cost: $6 Pre-register by 3/5/13 Chisago County Sr. Center, 38790 6th Ave., North Branch Cool Time at North Country Coffee Music with Jennifer Thyng. Enjoy supper with friends and listen to Jennifer Thyng as she performs some of your favorite songs. You may even get to sing along. And maybe there will be some “sweet” songs to help celebrate Valentine’s Day. Find the North Country Coffee shop in the North West part of North Branch Mall Thursday, March 14 5 -7:00 PM with music at 6:00 Cost: $7.50 each event Pre-register by 3/7/13. North Country Coffee, at North Branch Outlets, 38500 Tanger Dr., North Branch Supper and Cross Country Ski Evening We’ll provide the supper, skis, boots, and poles, and instructor in Rush City, and you come and try out cross-country skiing for the evening. You can bring your own equipment if you like. We’ll meet at the SCRED building in downtown Rush City, eat supper, get fitted for boots and equipment, have a little lesson in skiing from Terry Salmela, and then walk across the street to the downtown Rush City park to ski. Thursday , March 28 5 – 7 PM Cost: $7.50 each event Pre-register by 2/22/13 SCRED Building, 425 S. Dana Ave, Rush City. This activity is made possible through a grant from the East Central Energy Operation Round UP. [Check to see if there is still enough snow before registering.] Register for these events on page 36 with St. Croix River Ed.

Name (one registrant per form)__________________ Street Address________________________________ City__________________Zip____________________ Name of Residence_____________________________ Home Phone__________________________________ Emergency Phone______________________________ Email________________________________________ ______I do not want my picture used in news releases or newsletters Support/Staff/Others will remain at event and provide assistance. Checks payable to ISD #139 Checks must have preprinted name and address

Mail to: St. Croix River Education Dist. Att: Dana PO Box 637 Rush City, MN 55069 --------------------------------------------------------------------Name (one registrant per form)__________________ Street Address________________________________ City__________________Zip____________________ Name of Residence_____________________________ Home Phone__________________________________ Emergency Phone______________________________ Email________________________________________ ______I do not want my picture used in news releases or newsletters Support/Staff/Others will remain at event and provide assistance. Checks payable to ISD #139 Checks must have preprinted name and address

Mail to: St. Croix River Education Dist. Att: Dana PO Box 637 Rush City, MN 55069 p. 36

Kettle Kinship is a nonprofit mentoring program that matches children ages 5-17 with adult role models. The match then spends a few hours a month together doing activities that both enjoy. Kettle Kinship is in need of adult mentors (families and couples make great mentors, too!) for boys and girls living in Pine County. If you are interested in becoming a Kinship mentor or have a child who would like an adult friend, please contact Lori Vogt at (320)384-4624 or Shawn Jansen at (320)245-5339.

Getting Ready for Kindergarten! We want every child to come to school ready to learn and ready to begin their education. A beginning step to Kindergarten is preschool screening. All children need to be screened before they begin school. We encourage children to be screened early - if your child is 3½, call the school nurse’s office to set up an appointment. The number is 320-629-4214. During the screening, well qualified staff will check your child’s vision, hearing, growth, immunization status, skills in thinking, communication and language. Screening Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 20, Apr. 24

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The Senior Dining Center offers a warm and caring atmosphere with friendship and fun. Experience healthy meals that taste as good as they look! Home delivered meals for home bound persons are available. Folks 60 years and older along with their spouses are welcome with a donation of $3.50 if over 60, $7.00 if under 60) based upon ability to pay. Volunteer opportunities available! The Dining Site is open at the Pine City Senior Center on Monday through Friday. Call Lois at 320-6293024 for information - no preregistration Pine City Senior Center - 670 Main St. Pine City Volunteer Opportunity - Mon., Jan. 14 6:00 PM A Place For You, Pine City’s new transitional shelter serving individual men and women who are experiencing homelessness, is looking for volunteers to serve as mentors, staff supporters, and activity companions. The shelter needs your help! To learn more about our volunteer positions, the shelter’s services and our mission, come to our community education class and learn how you may serve your community by serving with us! PC Elem. Com Ed Office RM #110 - no registration necessary

The Pine City Library is host to two book clubs. One meets the third Thursday morning of each month at 10:00 AM. The other meets the third Tuesday evening of each month at 7:00 PM. New members are welcome at anytime. Another book club meets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. For more information call the Pine City Library at 320629-6403.

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After School/Youth Registration Prepaid registration is generally due one week prior to the start of the class. Please send a separate check for each activity. Name (s)___________________________Grade_____________ Parents Name_________________________Phone#_________ Address______________________Emerg. Phone #___________ City_________________State___________Zip_____________ Class_________________Fee______________________

Mail To:

Pine City Community Education 700 6th Ave. SW Pine City, MN 55063 320-629-4030

-----------------------------------------------Pine City Community Education Registration Prepaid registration is generally due one week prior to the start of the class. Please send a separate check for each activity. Name (s)____________________________________________ Address__________________________Phone #____________ City_________________State___________Zip_____________ Course______________________________________________ Start Date__________________Fee______________________ ________I will need special accommodations to participate. Mail To:

Pine City Community Education 700 6th Ave. SW Pine City, MN 55063 320-629-4030

What does your child need to know before Kindergarten? Academic *Recognize and write name *Know Letter Names & Sounds *Recognize Colors *Recognize Numbers 1-20 *Recognize Basic Shapes

Social *Play/Share with Each other *Sit Quietly during a Story *Take Turns *Basic Manners