Bloomington Community Education

Come have fun exploring Egypt - old and present day! Hear fun facts, see photos of pyramids, listen to Egyptian music, try speaking a little Arabic, taste some traditional foods and more! Led by Jessica Amo, world traveler who lived in Egypt for over a year.TRAIL is available for this class.

Let’s have a blast learning new dance steps to current and classic songs! End the night showing off your best moves in a dance circle. This fabulous class led by popular dance instructor Monica Mohn.TRAIL is available for this class.

Let’s play Bingo (yes, with prizes) and Star Wars/Disney Movie Trivia - we’ll have new questions on both topics! Between games, we’ll practice conversation skills from questions that were part of the games. What a great way to have fun and get to know people!  NOTE: New location for this activityTRAIL is available for this class.

Adventure with us into space by making your own mini straw rocket and launching it! While it won’t be jet propelled, and the launching will happen indoors, we’ll have a great time exploring the science and dynamics of what makes things fly. TRAIL is available for this class.

Hear a short presentation from members of the Edina Model Yacht Club. Then stand on shore and try your hand at operating a radio-controlled miniature boat on Centennial Lake. Continue with the model boating group or enjoy a group walk along the paths of Centennial Lakes Park looking for new sights. Dress to enjoy the great outdoors!TRAIL is available for this class.

Feeling safe is important. At some point, most of us have been confused by someone touching us, whether it was a stranger in a crowd or a relative who hugged us too long, or other examples. Let’s discuss how to claim our power to feel safe with our bodies. This is a two-night class. The first night we will discuss the physical boundaries of your body, how to respect your and other people’s boundaries, and what to do if someone touches you in a way that you don’t want them to. Bring your questions. Information handout provided. Led by Nina Jonson, Relationship and Social Skills Consultant. The second night, let’s review and do role-playing, led by actors from Combustible Company. You can watch role plays, and participate as you choose. Come enjoy interacting to review and practice skills in a safe environment.TRAIL is available for this class.

Come learn ways to pamper yourself in a relaxing atmosphere. We’ll have warm towels to steam your face, soothing music and lotions to massage your hands. Try aromatherapy scents and guided relaxation meditation. Make a lotion sample to take home. Just what we need to sooth away the winter doldrums! If you are sensitive to scents, do not register for this class.TRAIL is available for this class.

Come volunteer with your friends at the Arc’s Value Village store in Bloomington. Volunteers will help unpack, sort and tag donations and fill the sales floor. Make a difference in the community by offering your help! We’ll have a half-hour social time afterwards at McDonald's, by walking across the parking lot. Cost of a small treat at McDonald’s included in registration price. Bring extra money if you want more. Important: Wear closed-toed shoes, no sandals or flip flops.  NOTE: New Start TimeTRAIL is available for this class.