Enrich your life today by signing up for our adult enrichment classes. Elevate your skills, broaden your horizons, and embrace lifelong learning with us!
Our goal is to provide tools for children to develop skills needed to promote successful transition into kindergarten, be mindful of each child's individualized style of learning and promote a sense of self-worth and community.
Early Childhood Screening is a quick and simple check of how your child is learning and growing. It identifies possible health or learning concerns so children can get help before starting school.
What is ‘Experiential Education’? Experiential Education is a teaching philosophy which engages learners with direct experiences. It focuses on moral values, increasing knowledge and awareness, developing life skills, and understanding their contribute.
Tiger Cub Child Care is available to children ages six weeks through Preschool age, providing we can meet the needs of that child. We follow the District #241 school calendar and operate from 6:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
A variety of opportunities for youth to learn, grow and build friendships.
Drivers aged 55 and above are encouraged to sign up for our defensive driving courses. These sessions will help you enhance your driving skills and develop a fresh understanding of traffic safety.
The courses will address financial obligations, future planning, budgeting, income, career development, spending habits, credit management, saving, and investments.
Our day trips are organized in collaboration with Austin, Owatonna, and Waseca Community Educations, as well as the Albert Lea Senior Center. Experience a day full of adventure with a relaxing bus ride, eliminating the need for driving.
Let's keep those bodies moving! We offer many fitness classes that welcome all levels of fitness.
Discover classes on Health & Wellness. Get started on Revolutionary Self-Care: Embrace, Nurture, and Grow Your Authentic Self.
Unleash your imagination and explore the world of crafting and hobbies with our variety of classes.
Located by the Brookside Boat Landing
Our recreation experiences teaches you skills through hands on learning.
Join us for a series of hands-on cooking classes where kids can get creative in the kitchen, learn new skills, and enjoy some tasty treats along the way! Each class features a different experience, and participants can sign up for one or join them all.
January 21: Super Soup Makers!
Warm up this winter as we mix, stir, and create a tasty soup together! Kids will learn simple cooking skills while exploring fun ways to combine ingredients. Each participant will help prepare and sample their creation before heading home with new ideas to try in their own kitchen.
February 11: Chocolate Factory Fun Step into a world of chocolatey creativity! Kids will melt, mix, and decorate their own candy bars to bring home as a special Valentine’s treat. It’s a sweet, hands-on experience full of imagination, fun, and tasty surprises!
March 11: Snack Attack! After School Edition Hungry after school? Learn how to whip up quick, easy snacks that hit the spot! Kids will create simple, tasty treats while practicing safe food prep skills and having fun in the kitchen.
Join your student for these special sessions designed for shared fun in the kitchen! Register the student, and during registration, you’ll be asked to include the attending caregiver’s information.
April 15: Breakfast Buddies (Caregiver & Child) Start your morning with a fun, hands-on cooking adventure! Parents and kids will team up to make an easy breakfast dish together while learning simple cooking tips and tricks. A great way to spend quality time — and enjoy a delicious meal you helped make!
May 13: Cupcake Creations (Caregiver & Child) It’s time to decorate! Parents and kids will work together to create colorful, fun cupcakes using frosting, sprinkles, and creativity. No fancy baking experience needed — just bring your imagination (and your sweet tooth)!
I've been making ice cream for over 20 years—a skill I learned by watching my mother. On March 2, 2020, I took a leap and started my own company because I knew I had a gift for creating innovative products, especially when it comes to ice cream.
Throughout my journey, I earned my food manager certification, which qualifies me to teach both cooking and proper kitchen sanitation. I even went as far as inventing and patenting my own ice cream, and to date, I’ve developed over 300 flavors—and I’m still counting!
I own a commercial soft serve machine and a mini donut press, which I use to teach others how to make both soft-serve ice cream and mini donuts. I’ve also created a dairy-free ice cream line and a sugar-free option for diabetic children and others who need it—because I want everyone to feel seen and included.
I’m a disabled business owner, and I’m passionate about sharing what I’ve learned. I enjoy helping others—especially those who want to start a business but don’t have the resources. I do a lot of research and pride myself on being resourceful.
I’m excited for this new opportunity to show people how fun, creative, and simple dessert-making can be!
Bonnie M Townsend
