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Online Registration1. Go to www.isd1.org2. Click on the “Community Education” tab.3. Click on the “Online Registration” link.4. Follow the online registration instructions.5. Please note, that this is a new system as of February1st and the instructions for setting up your account areon the next page

Register by Mail/Drop-offMail or drop off registration form (below) with payment to:Aitkin Community Education225 2nd Avenue SouthwestAitkin, MN 56431Checks payable to: Aitkin Community Education

Questions or Concerns?Contact Lara Parkin at:lparkin@isd1.org or (218) 927-7736Contact Bobbi Jo Bourassa at:bbourassa@isd1.org or (218) 927-2115 X 2153

In an effort to improve communication, AitkinCommunity Education will be utilizing Facebookas a way to get information out quickly to as manypeople as possible. There will be new informationposted there that might not appear in the Accent, or that might be announced before the next Accentcan come out. Please consider "liking" AitkinCommunity Education on Facebook in order to getthe most up-to-date information. RE

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Registration InformationDATES: Please note the dates of each class. Registration should be completed at least five days priorto the first class meeting or by the stated deadline.

LATE REGISTRATION: Please contact Community Edu-cation to check on the possibility of late registration. Do notsimply show up at the class—it may be full or canceled. Latefees will apply to classes that have deadlines to order sup-plies, t-shirts, etc. Check class listings for late fee amount.

RESERVATIONS: Classes are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis with payment. Confirmation of registration is pro-vided via email from noreply@digitalsignup.com.

MINIMUM ENROLLMENT: All classes have a minimumenrollment. If we do not reach that minimum and have tocancel, you will be called.

EARLY REGISTRATION: With payment is encouraged. Ithelps ensure that classes will be held, your place is reserved,and instructors will have needed materials prepared.

PHONE CALLS: Phone calls do not reserve your place in aclass. Your registration is complete only when you submit aregistration form and payment via online/by mail/drop-off.

ATTENDEES: You do not need to be an Aitkin School Dis-trict resident to attend Community Education classes.

YOUR INPUT: Is valued. Please let us know how we canimprove our program offerings.

REFUNDS: There will be a 10% cancellation fee to any can-celled registration unless the class is canceled by CommunityEducation. Cancellations made after stated registration dead-lines or within 48 hours of the class, will not be refunded.There will be no refunds after a class begins.

Community Education Advisory CouncilThe Community Education Advisory Council represents the citizens of District #0001. The council meets quarterly to help identify, coordinate and evaluate the educational, recreational, social and cultural opportunities for district residents of all ages. Council members welcome your ideas and suggestions.

Members:Lara ParkinBobbi Jo BourassaJessica PalmRev. David BeckerAnn EspesethDennis HasskampJeremy JanzenJustine NordickColleen KrohnCheryl StauterArlene Wheaton

Office Personnel:Lara Parkin - Community Education DirectorBobbi Jo Bourassa - Kids Club Coordinator/

Community Ed AssistantJulie Miller - Aitkin Children’s Center CoordinatorAmanda Ashton - Aitkin Children’s Center Secretary

Community Education office hours vary as we are outside for many of our activities. Please call our office and leave a message for non-urgent matters: 218-927-2115ex 2153 or email us with urgent matters at: bbourassa@isd1.org OR lparkin@isd1.org

Community Education’s MissionAitkin Community Education’s mission is to improve/enhance the quality of life of our residents of Independent School District #0001.

Community Education’s Goals• To identify the needs of the community with the help of theAdvisory Council, feedback from the Accent, and by con-ducting surveys

• To act upon the needs of the community • To work alongside or coordinate initiatives with otheragencies

• To provide support services like Early Childhood enrich-ment, Before and After school programming (Kids Club)after school study hall

• To assess programs for their effectiveness by completingyearly evaluations of our ongoing programs, completing an evaluation of specific programs and events after theevent has concluded

• To increase physical activity amongst our community withafter-school athletic programs for youth, evening andweekend programs for youth and adults

• To provide educational opportunities to people of all ages

Publication DatesThe Aitkin Community Education publication dates are: February 15, May 15, August 15 and October 15.

Copy deadlines are: January 15, April 15, July 15 and September 15.

The deadline is tentative and can be moved to the last busi-ness day of the previous month if the deadline ends on aweekend or holiday break.

We are looking for photos!We are looking for photos from our events! Please send them to us at Aitkin Community Education: 225 2nd Ave SW Aitkin, MN 56431 or lparkin@isd1.org.

Please include your name and contact information.

TABLE OF CONTENTSRegistration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Suicide Prevension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Age to age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Youth Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10Adult Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-12Special Events/Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 12-134-H Summer Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13MidMinnesota Federal Credit Union/55+ Driver Discount Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Aitkin Women of Today-Happy Hour For A Cause . . . . . .14Brandl of Aitkin - Easter CarnivalTrunk or Treat . . . . . . . .14Jaques Art Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Lakes Area Unlimited Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

2020 SPRING ACCENT CALENDARFEBRUARY4 - Aitkin Dance Club starts20 - Elementary Painting Class - LeprechaunMARCH3 - Learn to Snowshoestarts3 - RHCC - Prenatal Education class starts10 - Small Engines for Beginners class starts

12 - Intro to Anime starts13 - JAM HOPS Gymnastics Gym/Ninja Course13 - ZAPS ACT Prep Course14 - Disney On Ice Bus Trip16 - Gun Safety Training starts17 - Adaptive Karate starts19 - Elementary Painting Class - Bunny24 - Red Cross CPR Certification class26 - Create Your Own Hanging Basket class28 - Aitkin Youth Fastpitch Softball Tryouts29 - Aitkin Area Youth Baseball Association Practice Day31 - RHCC - Assisted Hernia Surgery class

APRIL1 - Walking Club starts4 - Aitkin Area Youth Baseball Association Evaluation Day6 - Rippleside Runners starts7 - Garden Like a Pro class16 - Elementary Painting Class - Turtle16 - Custom Fishing Rod Class starts17 - The Reif Center: Underwater Bubble Show Bus Trip23 - Container Gardening Class

MAY20 - Chanhassen Dinner Theatre: The Music Man Bus Trip23 - Pickleball for All

JUNE20 - Twins vs. Yankees at Target Field Bus Trip

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EVERY ONE OF US PLAYS A ROLE IN SUICIDE PREVENTIONThe 2019 Winter Accent had an article about the warning signs of suicide. IF SOMEONE IS SHOWING SOME OF THE WARNING SIGNS, WHAT NOW?Because suicide is such a taboo subject, asking the suicide question may be difficult. But if you are seeing thewarning signs, YOU most likely are the person who is in the best possible position to ask the suicide question.

HERE ARE SOME GUIDELINES ON HOW TO ASK THE SUICIDE QUESTION.• Plan a time and place to ask the suicide question• Try to get the person alone or in a private setting• Set aside some time so you have time to listen • Ask the question. The less direct approach may be to ask someone if they have been unhappy lately or havebeen so very unhappy they wished they were dead. The more direct approach would be to ask if they have everwanted to stop living or if they have ever thought about suicide?• Persuade the person to get help. Some ways to do this are by asking them if they will go with you to see a coun-selor or will they let you make an appointment to see someone or will they talk with you with staff at the crisisline and referral service.

Some people believe that if they ask the suicide question, they will put that idea in someone’s head. Suicidalthoughts are common with depressive illnesses, although not all people have them. If a person has been thinkingabout suicide, he will be relieved and grateful for your care and concern and your willingness to help.

NO ONE IS IMMUNE TO THE RISK OF SUICIDE. IF YOU WONDER, ARE UNSURE, OR YOU THINK A LOVED ONE, FRIEND, OR CO-WORKER IS SUICIDAL,

FIND CONFIDENTIAL HELP FROM THESE RESOURCES:• Call 911 if there is an emergency• Take your child to the Emergency Room for a risk assess-ment• Crisis Text Line: Text….MN to 741741• Crisis Line and Referral Service: 1-800-462-5525

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255• Contact the counselor at your child’s school• Make an appointment with a mental health clinic for counseling services

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WITH:AGE TO AGEPROGRAMMING

What is Age to Age? Age to Age is grant-funded intergenerational programming.All programs are designed to bring all ages together for funactivities. It is part of the Northland Foundation’s Rural Aging Initiative where the goal is to create local intergenerational programming. We hope to create relationships between the youth and older adults in our community. A thank you to the Northland Foundation formaking these programs possible!

GRANDFRIEND PROGRAM

A program that has been a partnership between AitkinCounty C.A.R.E. and Rippleside for 20 years, this initiativebrings together older adults and 3rd graders in a pen-pal scenario! Each 3rd grader is given the name and address of a“Grandfriend.” They meet at the beginning of the year at acake and ice cream social, then spend the school year writ-ing back and forth. The youth work on their handwritingand letter writing skills, while the older adults get the enjoy-ment of hearing about the lives of 3rd graders!

LEARN TO SNOWSHOE #SNOWSHOE

When: Tuesdays, March 3, 10 and 17Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.Where: Rippleside Elementary - meet in the

Gymnasium the first day. Who: All ages! (Children under 6 must be

accompanied by an adult over 15)Cost: $10Instructor: Lara Parkin

The school has snowshoes that we can use! Let’s get themout and learn to snowshoe. If you already know how, thenjust come and join the fun and hike around! Any Ripplesideyouth can bring a snack for after school and will be super-vised until class starts.

WALKING CLUB#WALKINGCLUBWhen: Monday - Friday, April 1 - May 24Time: 7:45 - 8:05 a.m.Where: Rippleside Elementary SchoolWho: All ages! Cost: FREE

Let’s start our day with a walk! Every day, children arrive atRippleside in the morning and wait to enter their classroom.Why not take this time to go for a walk on the trails aroundthe school? We are looking for adult volunteers to join thewalk as chaperones. All adult volunteers will be treated tofree coffee at the Beanery after their walk. Register to be a volunteer walker online on our CommunityEd website or by calling our office at 218-927-7736.

PICKLEBALL FOR ALL - AN INTRODUCTION TO THE GAME #PICKLEBALL4ALLWhen: Saturday, May 23Time: 10:00 a.m. - NoonWhere: Aitkin High SchoolCost: FREE

Come learn the game of Pickleball in this FREE class! Weare encouraging families and participants of all ages to joinin learning the sport that is truly ageless! The first 30 peopleregistered will get a FREE Pickleball Paddle and Ball totake home!

GYMNASTICS#FGYMN-K6

When: Wednesdays (No class March 4, 2020)Time: 3:15-4:15 p.m.Where: Rippleside Old GymAges: K-6th GradeFee: $30 per monthInstructor: Jillian Rinde from Heartland Dance and

GymnasticsRegister: Community Education

Students will enhance tumbling skills, forward and backwardrolls, cartwheels, round offs, and head stands according toage and ability.

PRE-K GYMNASTICS#FPKG-PKWhen: Wednesdays (No class March 4, 2020)Time: 4:15-4:45 p.m.Where: Rippleside Old GymAges: PreKFee: $25 per monthInstructor: Jillian Rinde from Heartland Dance and

GymnasticsRegister: Community Education

Preschooler will learn basic gymnastics skills such as forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, beam and specialequipment.

RIPPLESIDE RUNNERS #RIPPRUNNERSWhen: Mondays, April 6 - May 18Time: 3:15 - 4:30 p.m.Where: Rippleside - meet in the GymAges: 3rd - 6th GradeCost: $20Class Size: Min: 6, Max: 24Instructor: Brita Williams

Develop a lifelong love for running by starting early! Learnthe basics of setting up a running program including stretch-ing, breathwork, and intervals. All fitness levels are encour-aged to come! Running is more fun in a group! Please bringa snack for after school and a water bottle.

AITKIN DANCE CLUBWhen: TuesdaysTime: #ADC-24 3:15-4:15 p.m.: 2nd, 3rd & 4th

graders "Shooting Starz" #ADC-56 4:15-5:15 p.m.: 5th and 6thgraders "Rising Starz" #ADC-P1 5:15-6:00 p.m.: PreK-K-1st grade"Twinkle Starz"

Where: Rippleside Music RoomAges: Pre K-6th grade (please see above times)Fee: $25 per month Instructor: Kate SchmaltzRegister: Community Education

These classes will include stretching, technique and learninga routine to perform. Dancers will learn kick and jazz skills.Dancers will also have performances throughout the season.Those dates will be posted as soon as they are available.

SCHEDULE: February 4, 11, 18, 25March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31April 7, 14, 21

INTRO TO ANIME #ANIMEINTROWhen: Thursdays, March 12, April 9 and May 14Time: 3:30-6:00 p.m.Where: AHS Media CenterWho: Students in grades 6-12Cost: $18Instructor: Dan Krueger

Join 8KIN Steam Co as they host a 3-part after school Introduction to Anime series. Each meeting invites everyone from the veteran weeb and Otaku to the nervous newbie to join us as we explore all things Japan from anime art, food, pop culture, customs, music and more!

SESSION 1: What is Anime? From mega mecha to attacking Titans. How did we get here? Follow the history of Anime in the US while watching some of our favorite classics!

SESSION 2:Make mine a Manga. What is Manga? How do you pronounce it? Join us as we guide you through the Japanese comic books you read backwards and their anime adaptations!

SESSION 3: Convenient conventions. What is an AnimeConvention? What happens there? Discover how to attend all of the best conventions that happen in Mn throughout the year!

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ELEMENTARY PAINTINGCLASSES#EPC-LEPRECHAUNWhen: Thursday,

February 20Time: 3:15-5:00 p.m.Where: Rippleside

Art Room #303Fee: $20Class Size: Min:6, Max: 20Instructor: Andrea Griffith

#EPC-BUNNYWhen: Thursday,

March 19Time: 3:15-5:00 p.m.Where: Rippleside Art

Room #303Fee: $23Class Size: Min: 6, Max: 20Instructor: Andrea Griffith

#EPC-TURTLEWhen: Thursday,

April 16Time: 3:15-5:00 p.m.Where: Rippleside Art

Room #303Fee: $25Class Size: Min: 6, Max: 20Instructor: Andrea Griffith

ZAPS ACT PREP COURSE #ZAPSACTPREP

When: Friday, March 13Time: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Where: AHSInstructor: Doorway to College FoundationFee: $95Class Size: Min: 12

GUN SAFETY TRAINING #GST-SPRING2020When: Classroom Sessions: March 16, 17, 23, 24

from 6:00-8:00 p.m.Field Dates: March 26 and 27 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Where: Classroom dates will be held at RipplesideElementary Room 140Field Dates will be held at Long Lake Conservation Center

Who: Students MUST be age 11 or olderFee: $100Class Size: Min: 12, Max: 30Deadline: March 1Instructor: Long Lake Conservation Center

Gun safety is an important educational component for youthhunters. In this class, students will spend 6 classroom hourslearning the basics before heading out to LLCC for field in-struction and testing. Students will be bussed from Ripple-side to Long Lake on the field days, where lunch will beprovided. Please note that students must be over the age of11 at the time of the class and that we must have 12 peopleregistered by February 28th or we will have to cancel.

JAM HOPS GYMNASTICSGYM/NINJA COURSE #BUSTRIP-JAMHOPS

When: Friday March 13 (No School Day)Time: 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Where: Jam Hops Gym Zone in Ham LakeCost: $40Class Size: Min: 20, Max: 30Wh: Grades: 2nd - 6th GradesDeadline: March 6

Spend the morning at a really awesome indoor gymnasticspark and ninja course! Jam Hops has trampolines, gymnastics equipment including beam, bars, and vault, and a ninja training course. We will get 90 minutes of guided instruction and play time. Afterwards, we will stop at PizzaHut in Cambridge for lunch. Price includes time at the gym,school bus, and lunch.

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Participants will get to build their own St. Croix fishing rodwith the guidance of a professional rod builder. Jon Steblayhas been building rods for 11 years. There will also be up-grades available if you so choose. For more information youcan contact Jon Steblay at 218-764-3424

SMALL ENGINES FOR BEGINNERS #SMENGINEWhen: Tuesdays, March 10, 17, 24Time: 4:30-6:00 p.m.Where: AHS Agriculture RoomCost: $20Class Size: Min: 6, Max: 12Instructor: Eric Heimark

Over the course of 3 sessions, students will learn basic 4-stroke engine theory, the basic engines systems, and how toperform adjustments and find solutions to common engineproblems. If you’ve been curious as to why that lawn moweror snow blower just won’t start, then this class is for you!

All tools and engines provided.

RED CROSS CPR CERTIFICATION #CPRCERTWhen: Tuesday, March 24Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.Where: Rippleside Elementary - Room 140Fee: $45Class Size: Min: 4, Max: 16Instructor: Mark Jackson

Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, at any time.With Red Cross AED and CPR training, you can learn when– and how – to use an automated external defibrillator(AED). Our CPR/AED courses are developed and taught byexperts with decades of combined experience – and deliversimple-to-use techniques and information that can help yousave a life.

GARDEN LIKE A PRO #GARDENPROWhen: Tuesday, April 7Time: 4:30-7:30 p.m.Where: AHS Agriculture RoomCost: $15Class Size: Min: 6, Max: 12Instructor: Eric Heimark

Ever wonder why your cabbages are full of holes or whyyour lettuce and broccoli bolt every year? Then this classis for you! Students will learn about soil health, fertilitymanagement, pest control, crop selection, and proper harvest techniques for long-term storage. If you want togrow large, healthy plants, this class is what you need to garden like a pro.

CONTAINER GARDENING #CG-ALLWhen: Thursday, April 23Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.Where: The Greenhouse in AitkinInstructor: The Greenhouse StaffClass size: 15Fee: $10

Join us for some fun and create your own beautiful container.Information will be given on soils, fertilizers, watering, andcaring for your plants. You may bring your own container orpurchase them at the class. Plants, containers, and soil will beavailable at a discounted price. Plant as many as you wouldlike. You may leave up to 4 for us to care for until you pickthem up no later than May 15. Come and get your handsdirty and preview the new plants for 2020.

CREATE YOUR OWN HANGING BASKET#HB-1:00 AND #HB-6:00When: Thursday, March 26Time: 1:00-3:00 p.m. or 6:00-8:00 p.m.Where: The Greenhouse in AitkinInstructor: The Greenhouse StaffClass Size: 20 per time slotFee: $28 per basket

(all materials included in the fee)

Wait no longer! Come and get a taste of spring and create ahanging basket of your very own favorites. Choose up to 5plants from a wide array of varieties and colors. You will beable to preview the new plants for the 2020 season. We willgrow and care for your baskets until you pick them up nolater than May 15.

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ADAPTIVE KARATE#ADKARATEWhen: Tuesdays, March 17 - May 12 Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.Where: Rippleside Music RomCost: $40Class Size: Min: 2, Max: 26Instructor: Jamie Erickson

Adaptive Karate is a low impact, no contact, movement classfor adults of all abilities. Basic techniques are taught, such asstances, punches, blocks, kicks and basic katas. The basicskills are adapted to all, so all can learn the art of karate. It’sabout having fun and promoting health and physical fitness.Move at your pace and your intensity with mindfulness.Come learn a new skill or brush up on old knowledge. Allare welcomed. Comfortable clothing recommended.

PICKLEBALL OPEN GYM#PBOG-16When: Ongoing until April 30Time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

from 7:00-9:00 p.m.Wednesday, Friday from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Where: Rippleside GymnasiumsWho: 16+Fee: $15 for the session

Join the Aitkin Area Pickleball Association! Pickleball isplayed similar to tennis, but on a smaller court using awooden paddle and a ball similar to a wiffle ball. A one-timefee allows you to come any night of the week that you areable for pick-up style games. All participants will be emaileda link to a “Doodle” website to allow for specific night regis-tration. Equipment is not needed, there are paddles to borrow!

DISNEY ON ICE#BUS-DISNEYONICEWhen: Saturday, March 14Time: Bus will depart from Rippleside at

12:00 p.m. with an approximate return timeof 9:00 p.m.

Where: Target Center Section 101 Fee: $50 per ticket (Children 23 months and

younger are FREE)Class Size: Min: 45, Max: 55Deadline: February 24Register: Community Education

Hit the road with Mickey Mouse and his pals for a high-octane ride in Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures.Exciting twists and turns await as Mickey, Minnie, Goofyand you embark on a wild ride to your favorite Disney destinations. The bus will be stopping in Elk River for aquick supper break on our way back to Aitkin.

REIF CENTER IN GRANDRAPIDS: THE UNDERWATERBUBBLE SHOW#BUS-REIFWhen: Friday, April 17Time: School bus will depart from Rippleside Ele-

mentary at 4:00pm for a 6:00pm show time. Cost: $40 for Adults, $20 for Youth Class Size: Min: 25, Max: 40Deadline: April 1

This is the perfect family date night! A show for all ageswith a short bus ride to and from! We will be taking a schoolbus to keep costs low. We will not be stopping for dinner,but families are more than welcome to bring food on the bus.

Inspired by the famous Canadian troupe “Cirque du Soleil”,the show is rich in various stage effects using the latest lasertechnologies, snow cannons, soap bubble tornadoes, theatri-cal fog, gigantic smoke rings, smoke-filled soap bubble ma-chines, optical illusions and many other surprises. Adults andchildren alike will enjoy the show, thanks to the high interac-tivity and audience participation, the extremely visual con-tent (there are no spoken words as all the show is musical)and the different levels of interpretations that will makeadults and children smile.

More information about the performance at https://www.reifcenter.org/event/underwater-bubble-show/

CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRE: THE MUSIC MAN#BUS-CHANHASSENWhen: Wednesday, May 20Time: 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

(lunch at 11:00 a.m., performance at 1:00 p.m.)

Where: Coach Bus will depart from Aitkin HighSchool North Entry

Cost: $95 per ticketClass Size: Max: 40 Deadline: May 6

We will be joining the High School Choir class as they go tothe Chanhassen Dinner Theatre for a matinee performance ofThe Music Man. Travel in a coach bus down to Chanhassenfor 11:00am lunch seating and 1:00 performance. Price in-cludes lunch, performance, and bus ride.

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School at 10:00 a.m. and travel to Target Field.

Ages: All ages welcome (Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)

Class Size: 55Fee: $60 per ticketRegister: Community EducationDeadline: June 1

Come enjoy some baseball and watch the Twins take on theYankees. A coach bus will be taken down to Target Field.

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RIVERWOOD SEMINAR: ROBOTIC-ASSITED HERNIASURGERY #RHCC-HERNIAWhen: Tuesday, March 31Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m.Where: Rippleside Room 140Cost: FREEClass Size: Min: 20, Max: 35Instructor: Dr. Andrew Loveitt

Are you living with a hernia? Learn about hernia symptomsand why surgical repair is needed. Now a minimally inva-sive, robotic-assisted surgical procedure can reduce pain andspeed recovery for hernia patients.

RIVERWOOD CLASS: PRENATAL EDUCATION#RHCC-PRENATAL1 AND#RHCC-PRENATAL2When: Session 1: March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31

Session 2: April 28, May 5, 12, 19 and 26Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.Where: Riverwood Healthcare CenterCost: FREEInstructor: Donna Corey

Prenatal education classes are offered by Riverwood Health-care for pregnant women who are in their third trimester andtheir labor coach. This is a series of 5 sessions where expec-tant parents will learn about breathing and relaxation tech-niques to use during labor and delivery. Bring to each class asmall blanket, pillow and your labor coach.

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This program will give participants a better under-standing of vehicle and traffic safety, new technol-ogy, physical changes, increased driving risks aswe age, changes to laws, and the decisions driverscan make to be safer on the road.

By taking this course, you could receive up to a10% discount on your auto insurance.

4-Hour Refresher Course, April 14, 9am-1pm ..............................Cost $22

Initial 8-Hour Course, April 15 and 16, Noon-4pmboth days ..........................................Cost $26

(Initial Course is broken into to two days).

To register for this program call 1-888-234-1294or go to www.mnsafetycenter.org

All courses will be held at our Aitkin location. 961 2nd St NW Aitkin, MN 56431

These courses are in partnership with Minnesota Highway Safety Research Center.

Federally Insured by the NCUA.

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Great Decisions. season. Produced by Foreign Policy Association (https://www.fpa.org/great_decisions/), the groups have lively discussions on

rd Monday from February to June and September to November, 11:00 AM-1:30. A book fee is required. Non-members are welcome. Lakes Area Unlimited Learning provides broad based learning opportunities for Lakes Area residents with a variety of topics, to suit almost everyone. Most of the 2-hour presentations are held on the second Tuesday of the month from January to November, from 1:30 to 3:30, with coffee and cookies provided. Membership fees support events, but non-members are welcome for $5.00 per session. Other Special Interest Groups include a Film Series in the spring, Western Political Philosophy in the fall, and other occasional events or field trips. All the above programs take place at Heartwood Senior Living, 500 Heartwood Dr., Crosby, Minnesota Follow us on Facebook, look for our twice-yearly program brochure or go to our website: http://www.unlimitedlearning.net/

February 11th: Recent Developments in the Generation of Electricity in Minnesota, by Sarah Cron In Minnesota, past legislative actions have played a major role in directing the way electrical power is generated and delivered to customers. For example, Title II of the Power Plant and Industrial Fuel Use Act of 1978 provided that no new baseload

electric power plant could be constructed or operated without the capacity to use coal or

fossil fuels by 2050. Cron will discuss the benefits and the unintended consequences of

producers, and the end consumer. February 17th: GREAT DECISIONS: Climate Change and the Global Order. Heartwood 11:30-1:30 March 10th: Frederick Douglass said to the white attendees who gathered for the

But we [referring to African Americans] are at best his step-In other words, Douglass was saying that whites not only enjoyed a privilege that they had not endeavored to fully share with their black friends, but they did not see black people as equal

o be President of the United States. His first act was to pull the federal troops out of the South, effectively ending the period often referred to as reconstruction. With that, America witnessed the increase of anti-abandoned the very people they had once fought to emancipate and enfranchise. He will

red the attitude of their northern brethren. April 13th: by King Banaian Polarization, conflicts and deep divides characterize our political world. Heat often seems to conquer light. Dr.

move beyond the divides, towards healthier political discussion. Kling focuses on the political issues of today in the United States and shows how the different languages of the major political axes progressive, conservative and libertarian distort our debates. Dr. Banaian teaches techniques that will help attendees learn to speak all three languages, not just their dominant axis, with the hope this program will be both informative and challenging and will help us all think through and discuss more rationally the key political challenges of the present.

April 20th, GREAT DECISIONS: Red Sea Security, Heartwood 11:30-1:30.