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Walk through a restored prairie with a naturalist to discover the colors and textures of the fall prairie and learn tips to identify common prairie plants even after they have finished blooming. Practice collecting seeds and learn about starting prairie plants from seed. Join a Kroening naturalist for an opportunity to go in-depth on a particular topic and learn more about the natural world. Each program will include natural history information, hands-on discovery, and an outdoor component. This series covers a wide variety of topics: choose your favorite or try them all to learn something new. Activities may include walking on uneven ground. Ages 18+

Dive into the science of bird migration and how birds find their way, then pick up a compass and learn how to navigate through a short orienteering course. Develop a whole new perspective on the amazing capacities of birds as they navigate their migration journey. Join a Kroening naturalist and learn more about the natural world. Each program will includes natural history information, hands-on discovery, and an outdoor component. This series covers a wide variety of topics: choose your favorite or try them all to learn something new. Activities may include walking on uneven ground. Ages 18+

Accelerate your organization's success with AI. Learn how to leverage AI to cut costs, enhance data insights, automate tasks, and optimize efficiency. Master AI concepts, techniques, and strategic planning to drive innovation and position your business for the future. Courses in this certificate must be taken in the following order: Introduction to ChatGPT Intermediate AI AI Planning and Strategies Courses are online and asynchronous, meaning students may login to the classroom anytime during the course session, day or night, 24/7. For more information, go to our Online Professional Development Certificates & Courses FAQ

Curious about the real story behind AI? This course offers a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence, explores its current and future applications and discusses how you might encounter it in your daily life.

Learn how to use different materials, methods and techniques for enhancing acrylic paintings. There will be studio time during class to practice your new skills.

Learn the basic skills of acrylic painting and gain knowledge of working with this contemporary and versatile paint medium. Over six weeks the Italian artist Pierangela Garau will share with you his understanding and experience of making paintings in acrylic, imparting the basic principles of color, pigments, mediums, materials and techniques. By the end of the course, you will have gained the confidence to independently make your own acrylic paintings. This practical course is encouraging and supportive, and participants can paint along step-by-step or work independently from reference images. Key outcomes of Introduction to Acrylic painting include:  Understanding of acrylic paint composition and materials. Understanding of acrylic painting methods Insight into the use of acrylic mediums Insight into the properties and use of colors. Feedback from a professional artist.

Capture the beauty of fall in this step-by-step acrylic painting class! Using stretched canvas, students will create a stunning autumn landscape featuring a glowing sunset and silhouetted trees. Perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike, this class will cover blending techniques, composition, and brushwork to bring the warm hues of the season to life. All materials provided—just bring your creativity!

Have fun with acrylic paints and media. Learn how to use different materials, methods and techniques for enhancing acrylic paintings. There will be studio time during class to practice your new skills. Supply list sent after registering. Note: We will be collecting $10 for some of the class materials. Canvas, gesso, staples and gesso brushes will be provided.

Have fun with acrylic paints and media. Learn how to use different materials, methods and techniques for enhancing acrylic paintings. There will be studio time during class to practice your new skills. Supply list sent after registering. Note: We will be collecting $10 for some of the class materials. Canvas, gesso, staples and gesso brushes will be provided.

Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. Use Illustrator to draw shapes and design logos, flyers, posters, banners, business cards or any other vector graphics for print or web. Learn Adobe Illustrator fundamentals to set up a print document and use various tools to draw, type and color all kinds of shapes and illustrations. Discover how to efficiently manage layers and artboards, and create print-ready PDF documents. Software Requirements: Adobe Illustrator. More information on Adobe Creative Cloud software can be found at adobe.com This class can be taken on its own or as part of the Graphic Design Software Essentials Certificate Courses are online and asynchronous, meaning students may login to the classroom anytime during the course session, day or night, 24/7. For more information, go to our Online Professional Development Certificates & Courses FAQ Class details: Unit 1: Getting to Know the Interface and Drawing Tools Interface menus, tools and panels. Working with various drawing and transformation tools Drawing anything from simple to complex shapes and illustrations. Unit 2: Working with Color and Text Working with color panels in the software Creating, managing and applying color and color groups Learning how to type and format text using various text formatting and styling tools and panels. Unit 3: Working with Layers and Pen tool Layers and layer management. Working with the Pen tool. Modifying a drawing using Pen tool options. Unit 4: Working with Artboards Creating and managing multiple Artboards Learning how to layout and design corporate package Business cards, letterhead and envelopes Creating print-ready PDF files

Adobe InDesign is the industry standard page-layout program that works with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop seamlessly. InDesign allows you to create simple to complex multi-page documents such as brochures, flyers, books and magazines. This course is a comprehensive exploration of InDesign tools and capabilities to create professional documents. Learn how to manage the InDesign environment, create, setup, design, enhance and finalize multi-page documents. Software Requirements: Adobe InDesign. More information on Adobe Creative Cloud software can be found at adobe.com This class can be taken on its own or as part of the Graphic Design Software Essentials Certificate Courses are online and asynchronous, meaning students may login to the classroom anytime during the course session, day or night, 24/7. For more information, go to our Online Professional Development Certificates & Courses FAQ Class details: Unit 1: Getting to Know the Interface and Setting up a Document Interface menus Tools Panels Starting and setting up a multi-page document in InDesign Unit 2: Working with Objects and Color Learning to work with color panels Creating, managing and applying color to elements Inserting and managing images and illustrations into an InDesign document Unit 3: Working with Text Learning about insert and flow text to multiple pages Managing long text documents Text editing in InDesign documents Unit 4: Typography Advance typography tools and menus Character and paragraph settings and styles Creating print-ready PDF files.

This fundamental course covers Adobe Photoshop CC most commonly used tools, menus and panels. Learn all the basics of Photoshop to effectively work with selection and editing tools, layers, and masks to edit, retouch and enhance existing images or create your own composite digital art work. Impress your business organization, friends and family by enhancing their photos and create magazine cover quality enhanced images. Software Requirements: Adobe Photoshop. More information on Adobe Creative Cloud software can be found at adobe.com This class can be taken on its own or as part of the Graphic Design Software Essentials Certificate Courses are online and asynchronous, meaning students may login to the classroom anytime during the course session, day or night, 24/7. For more information, go to our Online Professional Development Certificates & Courses FAQ Class details: Unit 1: Getting to know the Interface and Selection Tools Interface menus Tools Panels Working with the various Selection tools Unit 2: Working with Layers and Masks Layers and layer management Non- destructive editing using masks How to type and format text Using various type formatting and style tools and panels Unit 3: Image Correction & Enhancement Photo correction and enhancement tools Crop, dodge and burn Recoloring, retouching Healing brushes Unit 4: Using the Drawing Tools How to use the Pen tool Other drawing tools in Photoshop Advanced drawing and selection File formats How to save files for print or web

Acompañenos es este divertido espacio lleno de inspiracion latina para crear unos lindos adornos navideños hechos de arcilla de secado rapido. Estos adornos le darán un toque especial a tu árbol de Navidad o harán un gran regalo. Esta clase se impartirá en español e inglés.

Come meet up with other adults who enjoy roller skating for open skate nights at Lake Harriet Upper! Enjoy DJ Nickster's mix of old-school and contemporary music; our lighting and sound system give the wood-floored gym a real roller rink vibe, so bring some friends and have a great night of skating at an affordable price! Please note that skaters participate at their own risk and should bring their own roller skates and protective gear. MPS and Community Education are not responsible for any injury that occurs while participating in Community Ed events.

Join Frank M. White, author of "They Played for the Love of the Game", for his presentation on the history of African American Baseball in Minnesota, including a special exhibit--100 years of Negros League Baseball at Target Field-- showcasing this unique history specific to our state. In addition to this enlightening presentation, we will also enjoy an insider's tour of Target Field, giving us a behind-the-scenes look at this iconic stadium. Special venues like Truly On Deck, Budweiser Roof Deck, Keepers Heart Townball Tavern, and the warning track will be included in the tour, providing us with a comprehensive view of the ballpark. Meeting Location at Target Field: Ramp A, Skyway entrance Parking Recommend: Ramp A, Level 3 – leads right to the skyway Please arrival by 9:45 am. Transportation is on your own. If event is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

This is a fact-based lecture history of African Americans in the U.S. since 1619. Class is participatory, examining contemporary problems of American history most of us were never taught. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.

AfroBeats music makes us want to dance. We lead and you follow. Easy dance routines with squatting postures, gestures, and steps becomes our fun way of cardio and strength training. AfroContIgbo is a West African dance and performing arts company dedicated to preserving culture, promoting wellness, and spreading joy through movement.