Minneapolis Public Schools

Do you love the night sky? Join our beginner-friendly astronomy class and embark on a journey through the stars and constellations! Using unique astronomy teaching models and diverse sky legends, we will demystify the wonders of the universe. Black holes, moon phases and the changing seasons. You will also discover free astro apps, local star parties and receive valuable advice on choosing a family telescope. Whether you are a novice stargazer or simply curious about the cosmos, this class is the perfect way to explore the night sky. Join us and let the stars ignite your passion for astronomy! This is an adult astronomy class. Children 7 and up are welcome to enroll with an adult. (Enrollment fee must be paid for children as well). If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Join us in community at North Community High School for popcorn and bingo nights. Enjoy a fun social night and the chance to win fun prizes such as: candles, cards, specialty candy and chocolates and plants.

Step into the season of renewal with this beginner-friendly floral design class. We’ll explore the soft pastels and fresh textures of spring—think spring blooms. You’ll learn the basics of floral prep, color pairing, and creating a balanced arrangement that celebrates the joy of springtime. All flowers, tools, and materials are included—just bring your creativity! Class meets at the New Branches community room, 5011 S 31st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417. Jaime Harris, owner of Wildflower & Co., brings her passion for natural beauty and years of floral design experience to this hands-on workshop. www.wildflowerandcoflowers.com If the event is sold out, please add your name to the waitlist. We will contact you if a tickets become available.

Looking for like-minded individuals with a passion for board games? Find your people at our board game club! Spend each week learning the rules and playing out board games both new and classic! Disconnect from the digital space and play a round or two with your neighbors from the local area. Got a board game you're excited to try? Bring it along and it might just get played! Come on and move some meeples!

Would you like to be able to play a social game of Chess with friends and family, but you just never learned how? This is the class for you! Come learn the rules and strategies of the game with other beginners. This class will be appropriate for anyone unrated to 1500 ELO and will include 5 weeks of instruction/chess play and 2 weeks of open chess play (with the instructor present to answer questions.)

Northeast Chess is a space for adults looking to practice, learn and improve their chess game with their community. Online chess is a great way to practice, but OTB chess is the way the game is meant to be played! We will have boards and clocks, but you are more than welcome to bring your own! This class is on a sliding fee scale. Fee is not required but support for the program is appreciated.

Are you dreaming of visiting Italy, but you're uncertain where to go, eat and do? I will help you. This will be a fun and entertaining class travelling around Italy, we will discover the secret to have an authentic experience, secret places to go and what to eat. The class will provide some fundamental Italian words/phrases that you must have in your vocabulary.

Not sure if you're ready for a dog? This class will guide you through everything you need to know before adopting, from housing restrictions to finding the right rescue organization. Learn about important considerations like breed compatibility, daily care routines, and how to prepare your home and lifestyle for a furry new friend.

Work with your dog on basic life skills using a rewards-based learning style. Skills such as sit, stay, and come, as well as how to walk nicely on a leash, not jump-up and impulse control. Your dog’s current vaccination records including Rabies, Bordetella and DHLP will need to be presented on the first night of class. Up to two people can attend with every dog registered. Important Notice for this Class: To support all community members and staff who have chemical sensitivity and fragrance allergies, please refrain from wearing scents to the Roosevelt Dog Obedience class. This class is priced on a sliding fee scale. Please pay the price you are able. This helps to ensure that Community Education can provide quality opportunities for all of our participants.

Teach your dog useful behaviors for living in your home while learning to use proven dog- and family-friendly positive reinforcement-based methods. Teach your dog sit, down, loose leash walk, come, sit for greeting, drop it, and leave it. Instructor will need to see your dog’s current vaccination records, including Rabies, Bordetella and DHLP vaccination certificates on the first night of class. The entire family is welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult. One dog per adult. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

This course provides an introductory overview of drones and aerial photography videography. The course applies to those who already have a drone, are looking to get one, or are simply interested in learning more about drones, aerial photography, and videography. Topics covered include: Wide world of drones, various options Rules of the road and airspace, license, cert, reg Flight planning and prep, LAANC airspace authorization Fundamental aerial photo and video techniques Handout to take home with tips and practice items Demo flight and opportunity to fly your drone, weather permitting

Part 2: Drone Aerial Photography Video Flying Your Plan - Checklists, Composition, Flying your drone, and more. This course builds upon Part 1 and applies to those with drones or looking to get a drone and those simply learning more about drones, aerial photography, and videography. Topics covered include: Planning your flight, Aircraft (Drone) and camera settings Demo flight and opportunity to fly your drone, weather permitting Photo and video tricks and techniques, Composing your shot Post-flight activities, Best practices, and tips Handout to take home with tips and practice items

Part 3 – Drone Aerial Photography Video Advanced This course builds upon parts 1 and 2, combining everything from planning and flying your flight, imagery capture (photos and video), composition, and post-flight post-production. While this class focuses on drone aerial photography and videography, elements also apply to action cameras such as GoPro, Osmo, and 360s. Topics covered include: Preflight planning and briefing, LAANC airspace authorizations Demo flight and opportunity to fly your drone, weather permitting Capture some footage and images. Post-flight debriefing Post-production and editing, Basic photo and video editing Best practices, tips and tricks

Join an 8-week campaign open to beginners and more experienced players alike where you'll get the opportunity to make a unique character, explore fantastic locations and share in the collaborative storytelling experience of Dungeons and Dragons. Work alongside a decades-long professional Dungeon Master and fellow players to weave an unforgettable adventure filled with drama, laughs and unforgettable moments. Sign up to experience the wonderful world of Dungeons and Dragons!

This group is for those new to the game who want to get into the world of playing Dungeons & Dragons. Through collaborating on a campaign you will learn how to develop characters, take the role of dungeon master (DM), and participate in an eight week campaign of the popular role-playing game, D&D.

This group is for those new to the game who want to get into the world of playing Dungeons & Dragons. Through collaborating on a campaign you will learn how to develop characters, take the role of dungeon master (DM), and participate in an eight week campaign of the popular role-playing game, D&D.

Go behind the Dungeon Master's screen and learn how you can plan and run games of Dungeons and Dragons for your friends and family with this 4-week lecture series by veteran DM Cyrus Farrow. Gain valuable insight into the campaign planning process from start to finish with discussions on topics including: how to use and modify pre-written modules, setting rules and expectations for your table, how to manage problem players and interplayer conflict, and more advice on what to do when Things Go Wrong.

Go behind the Dungeon Master's screen and learn how you can plan and run games of Dungeons and Dragons for your friends and family with this 4-week lecture series by veteran DM Cyrus Farrow. Gain valuable insight into the campaign planning process from start to finish with discussions on topics including: how to use and modify pre-written modules, setting rules and expectations for your table, how to manage problem players and interplayer conflict, and more advice on what to do when Things Go Wrong.

This group is for those new to the game who want to get into the world of playing Dungeons & Dragons. Through collaborating on a campaign you will learn how to develop characters, take the role of dungeon master (DM), and participate in a six week campaign of the popular role-playing game, D&D.

*UPDATE: Dates changed after physical brochure was printed. Have you heard about Tabletop Role-Playing Games like Dungeons & Dragons or Shadowdark, but don't know where to start? Learn the tricks of the trade from a seasoned gamemaster, in an approachable and hands-on format. Start with learning the basic rules to running your own games for your friends in just a few classes. Whether you're a long-time player hoping to level-up your storytelling abilities, to a brand-new person looking to dive into the magical world of role-playing games, come discover the wonders of D&D!

Adventure is calling! Experience the magic of collaborative storytelling as you and your fellow players create unique characters, explore fantastic locations, and unravel an epic mystery crafted by Dungeon Master Cyrus. This 8-week campaign uses the 2024 Free Rules for Dungeons & Dragons and is suitable for players who have completed Dungeons and Dragons: Learn to Play or who have prior experience creating and playing a character in a tabletop roleplaying game.

Welcome to the thrilling world of FPV (First-Person View) flying—a high-speed, immersive experience that puts you in the pilot's seat. This course is your gateway into a universe that is equal parts high-adrenaline hobby, in-demand profession, and the bleeding edge of emerging technology. You won't just learn to fly; you'll learn the "how" and "why" behind the hardware. We'll dive deep into the technology, empowering you to select, maintain, and even build your own custom drones. By joining this course, you're not just signing up for a class—you're plugging into a unique and fascinating community of local tech enthusiasts, makers, and pilots. Participants should bring to class: - Drone — (must be an FPV drone capable of full manual flight) - Radio controller — (with a protocol compatible with the drone) - FPV Goggles — (with a protocol compatible with the drone) - Batteries — (for your drone, controller, & goggles - They are usually not included.) If you do not have a drone, please purchase one before the class begins, keeping in mind shipping time, which can take a couple of weeks. Current available minimum pricing as of Nov 2025 is $230 for a complete basic kit. If you are unsure which drone to purchase, see purchasing guide: https://bit.ly/mmdldroneshop,or you can make an equipment purchasing guidance appointment: https://calendly.com/gabriel-armstrong-pass/30min