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Rev up your engines and join us at Chanhassen Dinner Theater for the matinee performance of Grease! Greased-back hair and leather jackets, ponytails and poodle skirts, fast cars and rock’n’roll, Experience the nostalgia of high school in the ‘50s – peer pressure, love, and teenage life set against the campy backdrop of Rydell High! Discover the drama, comedy, and pop-culture satire that has made Grease one of the most popular productions of all time! Don’t forget the music, with songs like “Summer Nights,” “We Go Together,” “Greased Lightnin’,” “Beauty School Dropout” and so many others, including the hits you love from the movie. Have fun as you groove and bop along! Your ticket includes Sit-Down Lunch, Show, Tax & Gratuity. Appetizers and drinks available to purchase at the table directly with your wait staff. Lunch Seating begins at 11:00 am. Grease Performance begins at 1:00 pm Meet Minneapolis Community Ed Staff at Will Call to pick up your tickets. Location: The Chanhassen Dinner Theater is located at 501 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN 55317 NOTE: After May 7th you can transfer your tickets but no refunds or cancelations are available. If event is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Audition to be in the cast of Minneapolis Community Education's production of Hairspray - The Musical! Come prepared to sing 30 seconds of an up-tempo song without accompaniment, perform a 30 second monologue or story and be taught and perform a short dance. Adults of all ages and youth entering 11th grade or older are welcome to audition. Please note it is our goal to cast a diverse cast of all ages and abilities. Register for your preferred audition date and 1-hour block of time. If you are signing up for a virtual audition, we will reach out to you to determine an apx. 5 minute window on April 23 or 24. Callbacks will be Saturday, April 26 from 10am-1:30pm at Southwest. Rehearsals begin June 2, Performances July 18-27. More info at ce.mpschools.org/adults/summer-musical. Auditions are free. If cast in the show, a participation fee will be collected. Scholarships are available. The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular "Corny Collins Show." When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network... all without denting her 'do!

Join the Pit Orchestra of Minneapolis Community Education's production of Hairspray - The Musical! Adults of all ages and youth entering grades 11th grade or older with advanced music skills are welcome to be in the pit pending a conversation and possible audition with the pit director. Seeking keys, guitar, bass, strings, reeds, horns, drums and percussion players! Performances July 18-27. We will contact you in mid-May, and you may be asked to audition. If selected for the pit, a participation fee of $49 will be collected. Scholarships available. The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular "Corny Collins Show." When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network... all without denting her 'do!

Join the Technical Crew of Minneapolis Community Education's production of Hairspray - The Musical After registering, you will be contacted by the production team in. Get involved with scenery, props, costumes, lighting, sound, hair & make-up, stage management of front-of-house. Adults of all ages and youth entering grades 11th grade or older are welcome to be on the crew pending a conversation with the Stage Manger or Tech Director. Performances July 18-27, More info at ce.mpschools.org/adults/summer-musical. We will contact you once you sign up. The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular "Corny Collins Show." When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network... all without denting her 'do!

Come and hear about how the City of Lakes grew up around the Mississippi River! Stories abound on this fascinating walking tour about when the Twins were really Triplets. You’ll hear stories of how Fort St. Anthony shaped the economy in what was to become downtown Minneapolis. We’ll also learn how the earliest nations viewed the majestic falls long before the arrival of Father Hennepin and how many are still working today to reshape how we view the river and live in harmony with it in the years to come. Wear comfortable shoes! Tour length: 90 Minutes and about a mile in distance. Meet at Mill City Ruins Park located at 102 Portland Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401. If tour is sold out, please add your name to the waitlist. We will contact you if a tickets becomes available.

Picture yourself in a cozy Italian cafe, with a warm ambiance and that’s Caffe Biaggio. Experience the magic of "Dreamy Songs in Romantic Settings" performed by award-winning pianist Raymond Berg and Broadway recording artist James A. Rocco, along with special guest vocalists. Imagine an evening where homestyle Italian dinners meet the timeless classics of Michael Bublé, Frank Sinatra, Rosemary Clooney, Dean Martin, and Ella Fitzgerald. It’s not just a concert—it's the soundtrack of your life, brought to life by some of the Twin Cities' finest musicians. You'll hear favorites like: • The More I See You • “One for My Baby and One More for the Road • Volare • Sway • Fever • They Can’t Take That Away From Me • That’s Life” • Domani • Arrivederci Roma • And many more! Don’t miss out on this unique musical experience! Come and enjoy as the soundtrack of your life comes alive. We can’t wait to see you there. Italian dinner included. Where: Caffe Biaggio, 2356 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55114 | cafebiaggio.com Only transfer of registration after March 27th. If the event is sold out, please add your name to the waitlist. We will contact you is tickets become available.

In collaboration with Open World Learning School, Mix Blood Theatre and over a dozen community partner organizations, this world-premiere, immersive play about climate resilience guides audiences on a search for the river’s missing daughter, taking action towards climate justice while making a beautiful climate future. Created in collaboration with the Open World Learning School and , this participatory event will be Performance is staged throughout a school campus at Open World Learning Community located at 640 Humboldt Ave, St Paul, MN 55107. Transportation is on your own. If event is sold out, please sign up on the waitlist. We will contact you if a tickets becomes available.

Learn the ins and out of 3D Design and with Tinkercad. Students will design a custom D&D D4(4-Sided die) and D10 (10-Sided die). Grades are the year your student will be entering in the Fall. A lunch is available to all students. Please select this option when you register. Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our summer programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. If you need further financial assistance, please contact the lead coordinator of the Super Summer Program at Sanford at lissa.gordon@mpls.k12.mn.us or 612-668-4922.participate as they are able, in all levels of our sliding scale, the whole program becomes self-sustaining. Thank you for your consideration as you sign up for summer programs!

Work on a stop motion animated Pokemon Movie. Pick your favorite characters to star in your own mini-movie. The possibilities are endless! Actions figures, props, and backdrops will be available for filming in class. Handle all of the technical details including using a digital movie camera, filming scenes, stop-motion animation, digital editing, and adding finishing special effects and transitions to the movie. Student groups' final projects will be emailed to parents, or students may bring a USB drive the last day. Grades are the year your student will be entering in the Fall. A lunch is available to all students. Please select this option when you register. Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our summer programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. Families are asked to pick the price that they are able to pay. If you need further financial assistance, please contact the lead coordinator of the Super Summer Program at Sanford at lissa.gordon@mpls.k12.mn.us or 612-668-4922.participate as they are able, in all levels of our sliding scale, the whole program becomes self-sustaining. Thank you for your consideration as you sign up for summer programs!

3rd – 5th Grade Thursdays: Dungeons and Dragons (Block A, 4/10 – 5/15) Dungeons & Dragons Explorers! In this imaginative program, students will dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons, where they’ll create unique characters, solve puzzles, and work together to overcome challenges. It’s a fantastic way to build teamwork, storytelling skills, and creativity. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and a sense of adventure! 3ro – 5to Grado Jueves: Dragones y Mazmorras (Bloque A, 4/10 – 5/15) ¡Exploradores de dragones y mazmorras! En este programa imaginativo, los estudiantes se sumergirán en el mundo de Dungeons & Dragons, donde crearán personajes únicos, resolverán acertijos y trabajarán juntos para superar desafíos. Es una manera fantástica de desarrollar el trabajo en equipo, las habilidades para contar historias y la creatividad. No se necesita experiencia, ¡solo trae tu imaginación y tu sentido de la aventura! Sliding Scale // Escala móvil de tarifas Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our after school programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. Families are asked to pick the price that they can pay or select the zero-dollar option. Las clases de Educación Comunitaria son ofrecidas en escala móvil para las tarifas del programa para que nuestros programas después de la escuela puedan ser financieramente sostenibles y más equitativos. Los diferentes precios reflejan el costo promedio de ofrecer una clase, así como opciones con descuento y opciones que nos ayudan a cubrir nuestros costos administrativos. Se les pide a las familias que elijan el precio que pueden pagar o que seleccionen la opción sin costo.

3rd – 5th Grade Tuesdays: Super Artists (Block B) Unleash your child's inner artist with Young Rembrandts' cartoon drawing classes! It's a fantastic way to nurture your creativity and storytelling skills. Get ready for lots of drawing fun—sign your child up today! 3ro – 5to Grado Martes: Super Artistas (Bloque B) Arte de Meme: ¡Libera el artista interior de tu estudiante con las clases de dibujo de dibujos animados de Young Rembrandts! Prepárese para divertirse dibujando: ¡inscriba a su estudiante hoy! Sliding Scale // Escala móvil de tarifas Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our after school programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. Families are asked to pick the price that they can pay or select the zero-dollar option. Las clases de Educación Comunitaria son ofrecidas en escala móvil para las tarifas del programa para que nuestros programas después de la escuela puedan ser financieramente sostenibles y más equitativos. Los diferentes precios reflejan el costo promedio de ofrecer una clase, así como opciones con descuento y opciones que nos ayudan a cubrir nuestros costos administrativos. Se les pide a las familias que elijan el precio que pueden pagar o que seleccionen la opción sin costo.

Join veteran Roosevelt Watercolor instructor, Deb Monaghan for a crash course in basic watercolor techniques. No artistic experience necessary for this introductory class. Bring your own supplies, supply list sent in confirmation email.

Create abstract and geometric designs/patterns using masking tape and acrylic paint on canvas.

Join us for a fun and exciting evening of playing badminton! Whether you're experienced playing racket sports, or trying it for the first time, badminton is a game for everyone!

Our favorite 5 in a row game BINGO is back. Join in the fun and win some cool prizes. Your registration also includes a snack and drink that you can take home at the end of the event.

Join a naturalist at Marshall Terrace Park to learn about Great Blue Herons and observe their fascinating behavior, including courtship displays and nest-building. Binoculars and a spotting scope will be available for participants to use. Participants should be comfortable navigating stairs.

Spend Monday's having fun and bowling with friends. Bowling is held at Memory Lanes, 2520 26th Ave S. Register online or call Laura at 612.668.2478.