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  • "Grease" at Chanhassen Dinner Theater (Southwest)

    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.
    Sat, Jun 7
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    Chanhassen Dinner Theater
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  • "Hairspray - The Broadway Musical" - Minneapolis Community Education Summer Musical

    Save the date for Minneapolis Community Education's citywide summer production. Tickets available starting June 1. Details at: ce.mpschools.org/adults/summer-musical 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!
    Sun/Thu-Sat, Jul 18 - Jul 27
    2:00 - 9:30 PM
    Southwest High School
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  • "Hairspray - The Musical": Cast Auditions for Minneapolis Community Education Summer Musical

    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!
    Wed, Thu, Apr 23 - Apr 24
    4:30 - 8:30 PM
    Min Age
    15 yr.
    Wed, Apr 23
    5:00 - 6:00 PM
    Min Age
    15 yr.
    Wed, Apr 23
    6:15 - 7:15 PM
    Min Age
    15 yr.
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    "Hairspray - The Musical": Pit Orchestra for Minneapolis Community Education Summer Musical

    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!
    Min Age
    15 yr.
    AE-35002-Su25-SW
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    "Hairspray - The Musical": Tech Crew for Minneapolis Community Education Summer Musical

    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!
    Min Age
    15 yr.
    AE-35003-Su25-SW
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    "Minneapolis Riverfront Rendezvous" Walking Tour (Southwest)

    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.
    Sat, May 24
    1:00 - 3:00 PM
    Mills Ruins Park
    Min Age
    21 yr.
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    "Railroads That Changed Minneapolis" Walking Tour (Southwest)

    Four major national rail lines met and ran through downtown Minneapolis at the height of the flour milling era, building the city into a true metropolis. Who were the Rail Barons of these lines? How did these rails shape our city? What are spur lines and where did they run? Visit the sites of those lines crossing the Stone Arch Bridge or running along 2nd St. and delivering passengers to two major depots on this walking tour of 1 ½ hours. Meet at the Chicago Mall on 2nd St. and Chicago between the Guthrie and the Mill City Museum. The walk is about a mile in distance and will be done rain or shine. If tour is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.
    Sat, May 31
    1:00 - 2:30 PM
    Mill City Museum
    Min Age
    21 yr.
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  • "Songs from an Italian Restaurant” at Caffe Biaggio - Starring Raymond Berg & James Rocco (Southwest)

    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.
    Sun, Apr 27
    5:30 - 8:30 PM
    Caffe Biaggio
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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  • "THE MOUSETRAP" at Guthrie Theater (Southwest)

    An iconic murder mystery... During a heavy snowstorm, newlyweds Mollie and Giles Ralston prepare to open Monkswell Manor for their first guests: the nitpicky Mrs. Boyle; the cagey Miss Casewell visiting from abroad; the young enthusiast Christopher Wren; the good-natured Major Metcalf; and the roguish, unexpected guest Mr. Paravicini. As the snow proves impassable, Detective Sergeant Trotter arrives on skis with news that connects the manor to a mysterious murder in London. When the phone lines are cut and a guest turns up dead, everyone becomes a suspect. Will the killer be discovered in time? Discover for yourself why this Agatha Christie classic is the longest-running play in the world. Meet Community Ed staff at the reception desk as you enter the lobby to pick up your tickets. The Guthrie Theater is located at 818 2nd St S. Minneapolis, MN 55415 Transportation is on your own. After April 5th 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.
    Wed, Apr 23
    7:30 - 10:00 PM
    Guthrie Theater
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    "The Barber of Seville" MN Opera (Southwest)

    NOTE: We are currently accepting names on the waitlist. MUSIC BY GIOACHINO ROSSINI LYRICS BY CESARE STERBINI Where love is concerned, too much is not even enough. Rosina is young, clever, and wealthy, but her greedy guardian desires her and her fortune for himself. Using her wits to outsmart him and find her true love, she enlists Figaro, the mischievous and well-connected local barber, who has more than a few tricks up his sleeve. Plans go awry (resulting in several close shaves) against the backdrop of Gioachino Rossini’s iconic score as romance and a little old-fashioned trickery combine in one of the best-loved comedies of all time. Sung in Italian with English captions projected above the stage. Optional educational lecture one hour before the performance. Performance held at The Ordway. Register online or call 612.668.3000. Only transfers available after April 5th.
    Sun, May 4
    2:00 - 4:30 PM
    Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
    Min Age
    16 yr.
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  • "Upstream" Climate Resilience Interactive Performance (Southwest)

    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.
    Sat, Apr 26
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Open World Learning Community
    Min Age
    13 yr.
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    A Sip of Watercolor (Roosevelt)

    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.
    Tue, Apr 22 - Apr 29
    6:30 - 8:30 PM
    Roosevelt High School
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    A Trip to New Orleans (Southwest)

    Heat things up with some Cajun and Creole dishes from down in the Bayou! Make gumbo, catfish po-boys, tamarind-glazed pork with bourbon-molasses sweet potatoes and decadent Bananas Foster, served over banana biscuits. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available or we are able to add additional sections.
    Mon, Apr 14
    6:00 - 9:00 PM
    Southwest High School
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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    AI Certificate (Online at your own pace)

    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
    Sun-Sat, Apr 7 - Jun 27
    12:01 AM - 11:59 PM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Sun-Sat, Jun 2 - Aug 29
    12:01 AM - 11:59 PM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Sun-Sat, Sep 2 - Nov 28
    12:01 AM - 11:59 PM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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  • Acrylic Painting 1 (North)

    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.
    Tue, Apr 15 - May 20
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
    North High School
    Ages
    18 yr. - 101 yr.
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  • Acrylic Painting: Serene Mountain Meadow (South)

    Transport yourself to a peaceful mountain meadow as you create this tranquil scene on canvas. In this class for adults ages 16 and up, you'll explore the basics of acrylic painting, including layering techniques, blending colors, and adding details to depict rolling hills, vibrant wildflowers, and a glowing sky. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refine their skills, this session offers a relaxing and inspiring way to express your creativity. All materials are included, and you'll leave with a beautiful finished piece to showcase your artistic talent!
    Tue, May 20
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
    South High School
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    Acrylic Studio 1 (Washburn at Justice Page)

    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.
    Wed, Apr 16 - May 21
    6:15 - 8:15 PM
    Justice Page Middle School
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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    Acrylic Studio 1 (Washburn at Solar Arts Building)

    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.
    Mon, Apr 14 - May 19
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
    Solar Arts Building
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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    Adobe Illustrator Essentials (Online at your own pace)

    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
    Sun-Sat, Apr 7 - May 2
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Sun-Sat, Jun 2 - Jun 27
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Sun-Sat, Sep 2 - Sep 26
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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    Adobe InDesign Essentials (Online at your own pace)

    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.
    Sun-Sat, Apr 7 - May 2
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Sun-Sat, Jun 2 - Jun 27
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Sun-Sat, Aug 4 - Aug 29
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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  • Adobe Photoshop Essentials (Online at your own pace)

    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
    Sun-Sat, May 5 - May 30
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Sun-Sat, Jul 7 - Aug 1
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Sun-Sat, Oct 6 - Oct 31
    12:01 - 11:59 AM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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  • African American History: Road to a More Perfect Union ONLINE (Southwest)

    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.
    Wed, Apr 9 - Apr 23
    6:30 - 8:30 PM
    Online
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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  • AfroBeats Dance Workout with AfroContIgbo (North)

    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.
    Wed, Apr 9 - May 28
    7:30 - 8:30 PM
    North High School
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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  • AfroBeats Dance Workout with AfroContIgbo (North)

    Get up and dance to AfroBeats music, where we lead and you follow. Learn easy dance routines while having a fun workout with the whole family.
    Wed, Apr 9 - May 28
    6:15 - 7:15 PM
    North High School
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