BEA Community Education

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People (Online Class) (Adults and teens ages 13+) 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. Since 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. Since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional weekly online question and answer session is also included. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People (Online Class) (Adult) 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. Since 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. And since this course includes an online book and follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional weekly periodic online questions and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands-on instruction. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

🎾Our apologies to the BEA Tennis Association! The QR code published in our current Community Ed booklet was last year's code. Click on this link to sign up for free Tennis lessons at the Faribault County Fitness Center: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FA4AF28ABF4CF8-53469152-tennis#/ These sessions are free, but if you are not a member of the Faribault County Fitness Center, there is a Fitness Center usage fee of $50 (payable to FCFC) for the 6 sessions. If classes reach capacity, priority is given to Blue Earth Area students.

In an effort to help take the stress 🤯 out of the Science Fair, we are offering two sessions to help support our sixth grade students, and any participating 5th graders. Come to either session you would find useful—or both! All sessions will start in the K-7 Media Center. 🧪 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ OR 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Registration is now open for Brower's BUCS Mystery Book Club! 📚🕵️‍♂️Hey Readers! Ready for the coolest adventure ever? Dive into the BUCS Mystery Book Club for 6th & 7th graders! Imagine this – You, your pals, and a mystery book waiting to be cracked open - we meet up every two weeks to unravel the story together and chat about characters, likes, dislikes, etc! No boring stuff, just the thrill of the story. The catch? You don’t know the book until you open it! Mystery, right? 🔍 Parents and teachers, get ready for your kids to become page-turning champions and discussion masters! 🏆 📖 So, what do you say? Let’s make reading the coolest thing ever! BUCS Mystery Book Club – where the fun never stops! 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Easily our most popular activity for grades K-6, the Winter Cheer Clinic is early this year--January 13! Let's get those registrations in, so we can order t-shirts right after school is back in session. Register now on our webstore at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or return the registration forms that were sent home before break (with payment) when we return to school on January 2. Go Bucs! 📣

A sure sign of the new year--the Community Ed booklet will be arriving in your mailbox any moment! Click here for a sneak peak: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O6mL6ZlTuhENeSuYbfBjtQM2319mwHQ7/view?usp=sharing Register here: https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ 🏫Read up on the latest at Blue Earth Area Schools in the current edition of the BEA Briefing: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17KJptk2-GCfo8A9tIP8BKLel7Fdbp4fY/view?usp=sharing

🎄Festive fun and sweet creations! Barbara Carlson's Christmas Treats class was a delicious success as students assembled, decorated, and shared holiday goodies. Smiles, teamwork, and tasty treats filled the room! 🍭🍬

🧁What can we say about Dawn Doyle? For over 25 wonderful years, Dawn has filled our Community Ed program with the laughter of delighted children, the sweetness of sticky fingers, and the joy of candy-covered creations. With her guidance, hundreds of gingerbread houses, spring-themed cookies, cupcakes, and Valentine’s treats have been lovingly decorated, creating cherished memories for countless kids and their families. 🍬🍭 As Dawn hangs up her Community Ed Apron for the final time, the Blue Earth Area Community Education team extends our heartfelt thanks to Dawn for her incredible dedication and enthusiasm. Her classes have brought so much happiness, and her preparation and care behind the scenes never went unnoticed. Dawn, you’ve made a lasting impact on our community, and we will deeply miss including your classes in our seasonal offerings. Thank you for everything—you’ve been a true gift to us all!

Wrestling (Grades K-2) & (Grades 3-6) Wrestlers of all skill levels are welcome and will be coached to develop diligence, courage, fairness, honor and persistence in the sport. Practice on school days only. A t-shirt will be provided, so please include your size when you register. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

A big thank you to instructor Barbara Carlson and everyone who joined our Bierocks/Runzas class! The turnout was awesome and judging by the photos, they nailed it—those bierocks look --😘🤌chef’s kiss-- delicious!

Holiday Centerpiece (Parent/Child Class) 🎄Create a lovely Christmas centerpiece with a candle ring and a votive candle using winter greens & embellishments like pinecones, berries, & sparkling things. Register by December 4. Instructor: Lynette Dorfner, Lynette’s Touch of Design. Family Fee: $15 for the first child/project, $15 for each additional child/project. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Holiday/Winter Wreath (Adult/Teen) 🎄Create a wreath with faux winter or holiday greenery or a wreath on a gold or silver metal ring. Embellishments like berries, birds, pinecones will be available to complete your design. A perfect piece for your front door or in any room of your home. Additional items will be available for sale at class. Choose from two times/locations/prices. Monday, December 2 Blue Earth Senior Center | 1:30-3:30 pm, Fee: $30 (12” wreath) OR High School Art Room | 6:30-8:30 pm, Fee: $45 (14” wreath) 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

☕Holiday Coffee Flight (Flavored coffees) (Adult/Teen) A coffee flight is a multi-beverage experience, made up of smaller portions of different coffees, giving you the enjoyment of sampling multiple drinks. In this class, experience the festive flavors of the season! Step out of your coffee comfort zone and experience the festive magic in every cup. Register by November 30. Hosted by Jasmin Sahr, Owner of Cabin Coffee. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Varenyky (Adult) Sometimes called the National Ukrainian Dish, these Eastern European dumplings are made with a variety of fillings. We will use a recipe brought to Minnesota with Barbara's German/Russian family in 1912 and filled with a cottage cheese filling and a creamy ham gravy. Instructor: Barbara Carlson. Choose from two locations/times! 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Attention Adults and High Schoolers alike: Are you passionate about basketball and looking for a way to stay involved, build leadership skills, and make some extra cash? Become a basketball official! Our upcoming officiating clinic is your chance to: 🏀Learn the Game Inside Out: Understand basketball like never before from an official's point of view. 🏀Boost Your Confidence: Develop strong decision-making and leadership skills on and off the court. 🏀Get Paid to Ref: Start earning while staying in the game you love. 🏀Network & Have Fun: Connect with other basketball enthusiasts. Sign up now and become part of the action! No experience? No problem—our clinic is designed for beginners and experienced players alike. 🔗 Sign Up Here: https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

An incredible number of learners have benefited from the wide range of programs delivered through community education programs. In celebration of National Community Ed week, we thank our staff and our community for their support of community education programs. Community Education impacts our communities at all destinations in the journey of life. Thank you for supporting Blue Earth Area Community Education today, and all year long. Follow us as we take a ride visiting all the stops on the road map of life: Web: https://www.beaschools.org/o/ce Facebook: www.facebook.com/ISD2860 Instagram: www.instagram.com/blueearthareaschools/

Ms. Carlson’s Thanksgiving Treats class was a blast this week! The students whipped up a bunch of tasty, autumn-themed snacks to feast on and to take home. So much fun—and delectable too!

Bierocks/Runzas (Adult) German/Russian immigrants brought these savory meal pockets to the US. Made with beef, cabbage, and onion, they are baked in bread pockets, freeze well, and are very tasty! Come try your hand at making them! Choose from two locations/times! 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Join us dressed in Maroon & Gold for the Blue Earth Area School Foundation's annual fundraiser on November 23! Tickets can be purchased on the Community Ed webstore at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ Click on Special Events--Fundraisers