BEA Community Education

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

Our next Grades 3-5 Book Club session is right around the corner--October 28 (a no-school day). Keep your kiddo busy that day with a fun class at the library! Who is? Series From athletes to pop stars, artists to history-makers, learn something new about some famous people and have fun doing it! 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

🦇We still have a few spots open in this class next week! 🎃 “Batty About Halloween” (Grades K-2) This class is perfect for kids looking to celebrate Halloween with a mix of storytelling, crafting, and snacking fun! 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Boys Basketball—Shoot the Rock 3 on 3 (Grades 3-7) Just like the 3x3 basketball you may have watched in the Paris Olympic games, get ready for a fast-paced, competitive, and fun way to kick off the basketball season. The first 30 minutes will be a focus on skills: dribbling, passing, and shooting. The final 45 minutes will be 3x3 games with teams changing weekly. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Get ready for an exciting season of Girls Basketball this fall with Community Ed! We're offering two awesome opportunities: one for grades 3-7 and another for grades 6-9. Whether you're just starting or looking to level up your game, this is your chance to join the fun, build skills, and make memories on the court! Girls Basketball Clinic (Grades 3-7) Future Buc ballers—up your game by sharpening your dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, and rebounding skills with BEA girls’ varsity coach, Chris Voss! Girls Basketball—Shoot the Rock Shooting Camp (Starts this Sunday--register ASAP!) (Grades 6-9) Get ready for the upcoming hoops season by honing your offensive skills in a competitive, music-filled, and fun environment. Each participant will receive individual shooting instruction geared to their specific and unique shot. We will be using our Shooting Gun (machine) and NOAH shooting system. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Our first class filled so quickly, we've added a second date--Thursday, October 24! 📖K – 2 Book Club - Anna Dewdney Anna Dewdney’s award-winning stories are some of our favorites—Llama Llama Red Pajama, Llama Llama misses Mama, and so many more! Enjoy a snack, make an adorable craft, and listen to some llama adventures! 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Bump-set-SPIKE! Take part in this fast-paced clinic and practice your volleyball skills. Focus on passing, setting, serving and proper footwork. Whether you are learning the game, or improving your game –you will be inspired to love the game! 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Twine Cross (Adult/Teen) Create a cross with twine on a piece of barn wood. Adding your choice of wood flowers & dried materials will make each one special. Bring scissors, a small wire cutter & glue with glue sticks. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

Create your own unique artificial fall centerpiece using a faux pumpkin as the base. Adorn it with silks, succulents, wood & dried flowers. Enjoy for years to come. 💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/ or 📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.

🏈Let's kick off the school year by having FUN and running around the football field before the BUCS vs. Knights game! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Register now at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/Community-Ed/, click on Special Events. or register in person the night of the event.