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Greetings When planning spring quarter last November few of us could have imagined the current situation we are experiencing in our community and around the world We appreciate your patience and support as we try to meet this challenge and keep Community Education s Adult Enrichment Program viable and accessible Currently we are in the process of scheduling classes online using the Zoom platform Please stay tuned for emails with updates on which upcoming classes will be available in our online classroom Our goal is to return to traditional classroom offerings for fall 2020 classes Stay well and safe Chrisanne and the CE Staff 62 SENIOR SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT Any resident of District 535 who is 62 years of age or older may take the Community Education senior discount of 20 off designated classes Valid on classes with this symbol through June 20 2020 SENIOR PROMO CODE Any resident of District 535 who is 62 years of age or older may enter the Promo Code SENIOR for 20 off designated classes Valid on classes with this symbol beginning July 1 2020 and after SUPPLY FEE In addition to the course fee the Supply Fee covers materials provided The Supply Fee is collected at first class meeting in cash or check form Community Education offers a wide range of classes specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities For more information email Stephanie Conkright at stconkright rochester k12 mn us People with developmental disabilities are welcome to participate in general class offerings We will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations necessary to help make their Community Education experience enjoyable Accommodation requests are needed two weeks prior to class start date Community Education Adult Enrichment Northrop Education Center 201 8th St NW Rochester MN 55901 507 328 4000 www rochesterce org register Northrop Education Center will be CLOSED Until further notice Connect with us RochesterMNCommunityEducation Dates and times are subject to change after time of publishing Check our registration website for the most up to date information www rochesterce org register

Category Header Table of Contents Online Courses Beginner Organic Gardening 4 Neighborhood Energy Challenge Making Good Energy Investments in Your Home 4 Trustee Power of Attorney Your Duties and Powers 4 Electric Vehicles An Introduction to the Future of Transportation 4 Seasons of ChangeThe Relationship Cycle 8 How to Title Your Property Strategies to Avoid Probate and Protect Yourself 8 Estate Planning Reduce Income Estate and Gift Taxes 8 The Legalities When a Loved One Passes 8 What is an End of Life Doula Midwife 4 A Historic Ride on the Orphan Trains 8 What s New in Funeral Planning 5 Simplify Your Photos Videos and Digital Life 9 Are You Protected What Can They Take Out of Your Wallet 5 Easy Breezy Freezer Meals 5 Cause of Disease According to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Best Preventative Practices 5 Real Life Great Horned Owl Soap Opera 6 Preserving the Harvest 6 Medicare Basics The ABCDs 6 Instant Pot Basics 6 Back in the Saddle Dating Again 7 Five Techniques to Take the Stress out of Home Selling 7 What You Need to Know About the Climate Crisis 7 Wills or Trusts How Assets Affect Estate Planning 7 Passing Down the Farm Small Business or Family Cabin 7 62 SENIOR Senior Discount Applies Book Club RetroSuburbia The Downshifter s Guide to a Resilient Future 9 Learn the Basics of Investing 9 Social Security Timing is Everything 9 Write that Story 9 Will Your Taxes Affect Your Retirement 10 MS Word Tips and Trick Work Smarter Not Harder 10 MS Excel What Everyone Needs to Know In The Beginning 10 PowerPoint Tips and Tricks for a Better Presentation 10 Getting Your Affairs in Order in the Wake of COVID 19 10 Securing and Preserving your Retirement Strategy 11 Raising Earthworms 11 Dinner in 20 Minutes or Less 11 Senior Promo Code Applies Additional Supply Fee 3

Online Courses Adult Enrichment Beginner Organic Gardening This online course is designed for the beginner and will give you the basics of plant biology in simple terms We ll discuss how to prepare your growing places and how to choose the best garden for you Upon completion of this class you ll have a list of possible produce to grow tailored to your own particular space and the amount of time you want to devote to your garden Cosponsored with Lowertown Neighborhood Sarah Hansen grew up in the country learning life skills such as gardening butchering preserving cooking and living naturally 29 2 Sessions 7267 231 Tu 62 SENIOR May 19 26 6 8 PM Neighborhood Energy Challenge Making Good Energy Investments in Your Home Online Course In this online workshop you will learn what happens at a home energy audit and how it helps you plan for smart energy investments in your home Also take with you some ideas for DIY home energy improvements including simple low and no cost ways to start saving right away At the end of the workshop you will have plenty of time for questions and the opportunity to sign up for a discounted energy audit if you are a customer of both MER and RPU Once you are registered you will receive an email link to join the online event Cosponsored by the Center for Energy Environment CEE Minnesota Energy Resources MER and Rochester Public Utilities RPU Stacy Boots Camp is the Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator at the Center for Energy and Environment She holds an Energy Auditor certification from Dunwoody Institute FREE 1 Session 8016 232 Tu May 19 6 30 7 30 PM Trustee Power of Attorney Your Duties and Powers Online Course Have you been or are you trying to decide whom to appoint as a proxy decision maker William will explain the duties and powers of trustees persons given power of attorney and conservators He will discuss the differences among the various positions and update you on changes in the Guardianship Act Questions will be answered throughout the class Attorney William P Volkmar s law practice covers the areas of estate planning and administration real estate business and taxes for clients throughout SE Minnesota He has assisted individuals and businesses since 1979 www dunlaplaw com 15 1 Session 7211 232 W 62 SENIOR May 27 6 30 8 30 PM Electric Vehicles An Introduction to the Future of Transportation Online Course This online course will introduce you to the world of electric vehicles EVs Some of the topics include history of EVs battery chemistry charging change calculating individual cost savings calculating emissions savings available vehicles and the future Whether you are considering purchasing now or in the future this course will help you decide what vehicle is best for you and what the benefits are by going electric Cosponsored with Rochester Public Utilities Dru Larson is an Energy and Environmental Advisor for Rochester Public Utilities He holds a mechanical engineering degree and is certified by the Association of Energy Engineers as a Certified Energy Manager FREE 1 Session 8135 232 M Jun 1 6 7 30 PM What is an End of Life Doula Midwife Online Course In this online course learn how end of life doulas midwives are trained These doulas midwives become non medical caregivers who provide holistic personalized care to dying individuals and their families Their services include community resources education emotional support and household assistance Deah Kinion is a certified End of Life Doula and identifies as a death educator and speaks on a variety of end of life topics Advanced Directives home funerals doula support and green burials 12 1 Session 8160 231 M 4 62 SENIOR Jun 1 Adult Enrichment May August 2020 507 328 4000 www rochesterce org register 6 30 8 PM

Adult EnrichmentCategory Online Courses Header What s New in Funeral Planning Online Course In this online course Brenda will explain the basics of funeral planning what the laws and requirements are how to protect money for your funeral how to know what you are buying and how to read a funeral price list Brenda offers free planning guides and she will help you complete the guide This is a great opportunity to ask questions and educate yourself on this process to make this event easier on your loved ones Brenda Schultz is an independent funeral pre planning consultant who helps educate clients on options and cost saving ideas ahead of time no matter which funeral home you use www thefuneralady com 9 1 Session 7212 231 Tu 62 SENIOR Jun 2 10 11 AM Are You Protected What Can They Take Out of Your Wallet Online Course Join this online course with Julianne and Brenda for a discussion on the latest medical assistance and techniques to preserve your assets Brenda Schultz is an independent funeral pre planning consultant who helps educate clients on options and cost saving ideas ahead of time no matter which funeral home you use Julianne Kocer is Rochester s elder law attorney She has been practicing Elder Law along with Estate and Disability Planning for over 20 years www thefuneralady com FREE 1 Session 7215 231 W Jun 3 6 30 8 PM Easy Breezy Freezer Meals Online Course Each participant will leave the workshop with 10 healthy freezer meals in around 2 hours Each meal serves approximately 6 people and costs about 3 50 per serving with a few additional items needed at cooking time It makes meal prepping and eating healthy so super simple and you can stop worrying about what you are feeding your family and enjoy having extra time on what matters most to you You will need your measuring cups spoons and your apron You will be required to pay for your supplies ahead of time and Aletha Hy Vee will deliver them to you When registering select one of the following menus and indicate any dietary restrictions including protein substitutions that need to be considered If you want to split your meals into 2 portions of 3 you will leave with 20 freezer meals extra 10 charge All products are 100 gluten free peanut free low in sodium sugar conscious no MSG 85 non GMO naturally sourced Select from the following 1 Warm and Hearty 2 Quick and Easy Instant Pot and Slow Cooking 3 Everyday Meals 4 Comfort Classics All groceries will be prepped cut bagged and prepared by a registered dietitian prior to the class and will be delivered to your home An additional supply fee of 180 220 depending on the kit selected and meat prices is needed for groceries 10 days prior to this workshop Contact Aletha Drenth to submit payment by emailing leedrenth gmail com or calling 507 381 4782 Aletha Drenth is the founder of Motivated Mom Mission which is designed to help moms make positive changes in their lives She is dedicated to helping families save time in the kitchen and find healthy options for the whole family to enjoy 10 1 Session 7822 233 Tu Jun 2 6 30 8 30 PM Cause of Disease According to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Best Preventative Practices Online Course This online course is an introduction to Asian understanding of illness concepts of wellness balance and best self care practices for preventing illness Deah Kinion has been a licensed acupuncturist and practitioner for 32 years 12 1 Session 8169 231 W 62 SENIOR Senior Discount Applies 62 SENIOR Senior Promo Code Applies Jun 3 6 30 8 PM Additional Supply Fee 5

Online Courses Adult Enrichment Medicare Basics The ABCDs Online Course This online class will help participants understand and make good choices when considering the various parts of Medicare hospital medical and drug options Topics include original traditional Medicare Medicare supplements Medicare advantage plans prescription drug plans preventive benefits Medicare savings programs preventing fraud waste and abuse and resources to help you make decisions Cosponsored with the SE MN Area Agency on Aging Jerry Roberts has been a certified State Health Insurance Program Counselor since 2004 He s lived in the Rochester area for more than 25 years Real Life Great Horned Owl Soap Opera Online Course This course will be held online A real life soap opera has played itself out over the past 14 years between over 25 captive and wild Great Horned Owls that have formed the basis of an in depth vocal study on the species You ll experience owl dating divorce territorial defense and more as you learn about their wide variety of vocalizations and what they mean Ruby the Great Horned Owl will make a live appearance in this one of a kind entertaining and educational program Cosponsored with RCTC s Learning Is ForEver LIFE Program Karla Bloem is the founder and Executive Director of the International Owl Center She acquired Alice the Great Horned Owl to use in educational programs in 1998 and began studying Great Horned Owl vocalizations in 2004 Karla is now the world authority on Great Horned Owls 15 1 Session 8010 231 W Jun 3 6 30 8 PM Preserving the Harvest Online Course This beginner s online course covers topics of cold storage freezing dehydrating and canning Upon completion of this class students will understand how to safely store food in a variety of ways be able to choose a food preservation method fitting the food type and intended use know how to choose a dehydrator blancher canner and other tools for food preservation and have a list of food items they can begin preserving right away Sarah Hansen grew up in the country learning life skills such as gardening butchering preserving cooking and living naturally 29 1 Session 7840 231 Th 6 Jun 4 12 1 Session 7204 231 Th 62 SENIOR Jun 4 5 30 8 PM Instant Pot Basics Online Course Get ready for a fun and interactive online class from the comfort of your home Join in on Zoom and be sure to have your pressure cooker or Instant Pot in front of you During the class we will review the different functionality of the pots tips and tricks and time saving techniques to help you in the kitchen I will also be demonstrating how to use the Instant Pot for three different easy meals Before the class three meal packets and a shopping list will be mailed to you If you have any dietary restrictions please be sure to tell the instructor during the class There are no refunds 10 days prior to class because food products are ordered in advance Aletha Drenth is the founder of Motivated Mom Mission which is designed to help moms make positive changes in their lives She is dedicated to helping families save time in the kitchen and find healthy options for the whole family to enjoy 29 1 Session 7814 234 Th Jun 4 6 8 PM 7814 031 W Jul 22 6 8 PM 7814 032 W Aug 26 6 8 PM 9 AM 1 PM Adult Enrichment May August 2020 507 328 4000 www rochesterce org register

Adult Enrichment Online Courses Back in the Saddle Dating Again Online Course Has it been a while since you ve dated Learn how to make the leap into the dating world and get your dating questions answered Together we will explore topics such as soul mates past relationship status and the dating buffet to empower you to get back in the saddle Jeannie Thompson is the owner consultant at The Relationship Connection For the past 35 years she has been a consultant advocate and coach for those searching to grow healthy relationships www therelationshipconnection org 15 1 Session 8376 232 Tu 62 SENIOR Jun 9 6 30 8 PM What You Need to Know About the Climate Crisis Online Course The Earth is facing a climate crisis driven by fossil fuels The good news is clear majorities of Americans and people around the world are ready to leave fossil fuels behind and create a sustainable future together The tools and technology to do it are here today The choice is ours We can solve this crisis We can power our lives and economies without destroying our planet but we have to act now In this online course you will learn about the problem and the solutions at hand Cosponsored with Lowertown Neighborhood Supported by Earthfest and Destination Medical Center Megan Gallagher is a Climate Reality Leader trained through the Climate Reality Project She is currently Chairperson for Rochester EarthFest and is involved in several other environmental organizations in the community FREE 1 Session 8121 231 W Jun 10 6 30 7 30 PM Wills or Trusts How Assets Affect Estate Planning Online Course In this online course you can determine how to get your assets where you want them to go after you are no longer here William will explain how your assets affect your estate planning and what to do about it Attorney William P Volkmar s law practice covers the areas of estate planning and administration real estate business and taxes for clients throughout SE Minnesota He has assisted individuals and businesses since 1979 www dunlaplaw com Five Techniques to Take the Stress out of Home Selling Online Course 15 1 Session 7200 233 W Selling a home is on the list of the most stressful things people do in their lives Learn the top five techniques and strategies to take the stress out of selling your home Discover how to win in negotiations avoid overstaging get a higher price sell in a quicker time move with little ones and have a good time while doing it Moving is fun Beth and Greg Hostetter have been selling homes in the Rochester area for over 20 years www homeinrochester com 15 1 Session 8247 231 Tu 62 SENIOR Jun 9 7 9 PM 62 Senior Discount Applies Jun 10 6 30 8 30 PM Passing Down the Farm Small Business or Family Cabin Online Course During this online course Claire will discuss estate planning techniques to pass the cabin farm or business to the next generation She will contrast the advantages and disadvantages of inheriting jointly setting up a limited liability company or distributing property through a trust She will describe the benefits of having a buy sell agreement and techniques to ensure property stays in the family Claire LangtonYanowitz is an attorney at the Yanowitz Law Firm PLLC Her practice focuses on estate planning probate and trust administration www yanowitzlaw com 12 1 Session 7227 231 Th SENIOR 62 SENIOR 62 SENIOR Senior Promo Code Applies Jun 11 6 7 30 PM Additional Supply Fee 7

Online Courses Adult Enrichment Seasons of Change The Relationship Cycle Online Course Ever wonder why your relationships keep changing Every relationship has a natural growth process This class will help participants learn what to expect from all stages of their relationships Topics include infatuation love communication and recovery with dignity and grace Jeannie Thompson is the owner consultant at The Relationship Connection For the past 35 years she has been a consultant advocate and coach for those searching to grow healthy relationships therelationshipconnection org 15 1 Session 8374 231 Th 62 SENIOR Jun 11 6 30 8 PM How to Title Your Property Strategies to Avoid Probate and Protect Yourself Online Course In this online course we will discuss strategies to transfer property at a loved one s passing without going through probate Claire will outline various alternatives including revocable living trusts payable on death designations and transfer on death deeds We will discuss common mistakes people make in estate planning This seminar will also examine techniques to pass down the family farm and cabin safeguard property from divorce lawsuits bankruptcy and how to provide for a disabled family member Claire LangtonYanowitz is an attorney at the Yanowitz Law Firm PLLC Her practice focuses on estate planning probate and trust administration www yanowitzlaw com 12 1 Session 7222 231 F 62 Estate Planning Reduce Income Estate and Gift Taxes Online Course We will discuss techniques to reduce income estate and gift taxes This presentation will discuss how to pass property to a spouse and future generations to reduce estate taxes and who an individual should name as beneficiaries of IRAs to reduce income taxes Other items discussed will outline when an individual has to file a gift tax return and how to maximize gifts to charity and family members Claire Langton Yanowitz is an attorney at the Yanowitz Law Firm PLLC Her practice focuses on estate planning probate and trust administration www yanowitzlaw com 12 1 Session 7225 231 M 62 SENIOR Jun 15 6 7 30 PM The Legalities When a Loved One Passes Online Course We will discuss what happens when a loved one passes away Claire will describe how probate a court proceeding that distributes a loved one s property at death works She will also outline how to pass the property at death without getting a court involved Her presentation will cover how to title property to reduce taxes and the difference between a will and a revocable trust Claire Langton Yanowitz is an attorney at the Yanowitz Law Firm PLLC Her practice focuses on estate planning probate and trust administration www yanowitzlaw com 12 1 Session 7223 231 Tu 62 SENIOR Jun 16 6 7 30 PM SENIOR Jun 12 6 7 30 PM A Historic Ride on the Orphan Trains Online Course If you enjoy learning about historical events this class is for you Dorothy A Lund Nelson will guide you through a part of American history when many children were placed out into homes across our country Over a period of 75 years over 400 000 children traveled by train to find new parents and families Attend and learn why the children traveled what conditions they left behind and who assisted them in finding a new family Through a presentation videos and many Orphan Train Riders stories you will find that you ll want to learn more Dorothy Lund Nelson s interactive class assists the participants in understanding the why how and results of moving children across our nation She has been honored twice by the National Orphan Train Complex Board for continuing the story 12 1 Session 8652 231 Th 8 62 SENIOR Jun 18 Adult Enrichment May August 2020 507 328 4000 www rochesterce org register 6 30 8 PM

Adult EnrichmentCategory Online Courses Header Simplify Your Photos Videos and Digital Life Online Course Overwhelmed with your photos videos or digital files During this educational workshop you will learn how to use a simple photo system and get hands on help as you begin to organize tag or tell the stories using your own digital photos Get the scoop about cloud storage and learn how to save photos and files from your devices Do you or your parents have boxes of kids artwork slides VHS tapes cassettes or photo albums You ll learn options for those too See how easy it is to share or find your photos and stories in seconds Have 10 20 photos ready on your phone laptop iPad or tablet Amy Storch is a personal photo coach with a heart for helping individuals organizations and families as they simplify their photos digital life and stories She uses an interactive approach to learning through her educational hands on workshops and classes 19 1 Session 7575 231 Tu Jun 23 The pandemic provides a unique opportunity to leverage positive changes that decades of sustainability discourse have failed to achieve Part manual and part manifesto this 592 page book shows how we can downshift and retrofit our homes gardens communities and above all ourselves to be more selforganized sustainable and resilient into an uncertain future It promises a challenging yet exciting mix of satisfying work a more meaningful way of living and hope for the next generation RetroSuburbia is divided into three main sections the Built the Biological and the Behavioral along with the introductory section Setting the scene We will meet weekly for 3 months to get through the book at a reasonable pace The book is available at www retrosuburbia com either online by freewill donation or the hard copy version for 55 Ivan Idso is passionate about everything sustainable He renovated an 1890 home into a near net zero energy home with many technologies incorporated into it He completed a Permaculture Design course in 2018 5 13 Sessions 7002 031 Tu 62 SENIOR Jul 7 Sep 29 7 8 30 PM Senior Discount Applies You will learn terms and language easily understood in the following topics saving and investing wisely types of investments stocks bonds cash investing through mutual funds and ETF s asset allocation and balancing your risk and return Eric Funk has worked at Thrivent Financial since 2002 He is responsible for maintaining ongoing financial relationships with members providing financial guidance that connects faith and finances and helps members be wise with money live generously and change lives Eric is a Certified Investment Management Analyst www Thrivent com 9 1 Session 7241 031 W Jul 15 5 30 6 30 PM Social Security Timing is Everything Online Version 6 8 PM Book Club RetroSuburbia The Downshifter s Guide to a Resilient Future Online Course Learn the Basics of Investing Online Version Making the most of Social Security is all about timing When is the best time to apply for benefits the best time to stop working the best time to take withdrawals from 401 k s and IRAs Learn how you can determine the timing that s right for you Jacob Thompson CLTC currently a Thrivent Financial Professional is a former high school teacher who has been with Thrivent for four years he will share his experience in designing retirement plans www Thrivent com 10 1 Session 7145 031 W Aug 5 11 AM 12 PM 7145 032 Aug 5 6 7 PM W Write that Story Online Version Science Fiction author Anthony W Eichenlaub will teach you what you need to know to turn that idea kicking around in your head into a real story This class will cover everything from story structure to characterization to world building and will leave plenty of time for in class discussion to answer specific questions Anthony Eichenlaub has published two novels along with several short stories and is a member of the Rochester Writers Group 29 5 Sessions 7394 231 Th Senior Promo Code Applies Jun 25 Jul 30 7 8 30 PM Additional Supply Fee 9

Online Courses Adult Enrichment Category Header MS Excel What Everyone Needs to Know In The Beginning Online Course Even if you have been using Excel for many years there may be items you have missed did not know about or never heard of While this is a beginning basic class there is something for everyone that will allow each person to to work smarter not harder when using Excel Jim Miner has been teaching business subjects since 1962 and computers since they have been taught in schools Will Your Taxes Affect Your Retirement Online Version It s critical to have a solid understanding of the tax status of investments to make informed decisions and avoid paying more than the fair share In this seminar attendees learn how future tax changes may create the potential for higher taxes ways to create tax free retirement income how Social Security is taxed how to work efficiently within current tax brackets Jacob Thompson CLTC currently a Thrivent Financial Professional is a former high school teacher who has been with Thrivent for four years he will share his experience in designing retirement plans www Thrivent com 10 1 Session 7165 031 W Aug 12 11 AM 12 PM 7165 032 Aug 12 6 7 PM W MS Word Tips and Trick Work Smarter Not Harder Online Course Every MS Word class is a fun time for students to learn how to use Word to work smarter not harder This will be a fast moving class yet will have ample time for everyone to ask questions regarding Word Jim Miner has been teaching business subjects since 1962 and computers since they have been taught in schools 35 2 Sessions 7442 031 Tu Th Jul 7 9 1 3 PM 7442 032 1 3 PM 10 Tu Th Aug 11 13 35 2 Sessions 7448 031 Tu Th Jul 14 16 1 3 PM 7448 032 1 3 PM Tu Th Aug 18 20 PowerPoint Tips and Tricks for a Better Presentation Online Course The purpose of PowerPoint is to control the thinking of your audience and then graphically inform them with major bullet points The rationale of this class is to learn the techniques for custom animation of your bullet points line and bar charts Students will create presentations adding to the animation of slides and bullet points with each presentation Jim Miner has been teaching business subjects since 1962 and computers since they have been taught in schools 35 2 Sessions 7463 031 Tu Th Jul 21 23 1 3 PM 7463 032 1 3 PM Tu Th Aug 25 27 Getting Your Affairs in Order in the Wake of COVID 19 Online Course Claire will discuss simple steps people can take in order to make it easier for family members to transfer assets when a loved one dies She will also outline common mistakes people make Claire will compare the difference between a will and a trust and what documents people should have in place in the event they become incapacitated Claire Langton Yanowitz is an attorney at the Yanowitz Law Firm PLLC Her practice focuses on estate planning probate and trust administration www yanowitzlaw com 10 1 Session 7228 031 Tu Aug 18 10 11 AM 7228 032 Aug 18 7 8 PM Tu Adult Enrichment May August 2020 507 328 4000 www rochesterce org register

Adult Enrichment Online Courses Securing and Preserving your Retirement Strategy Online Version Will I have enough to retire Will my retirement income last Are my assets protected Learn how to manage key risks all retirees face outliving their income inflation unpredictable events market volatility income taxes and rising healthcare costs Turn retirement concerns into confidence Colin Aldis has worked for the past 22 years with Thrivent Financial as a Financial Consultant His professional accomplishments include RICP Retirement Income Certified Professional His primary duties include helping preretirees retire fearlessly He holds his FINRA Series 6 66 7 along with his Life and Health Insurance License www Thrivent com 9 1 Session 7230 031 W Aug 19 5 30 6 30 PM Dinner in 20 Minutes or Less Online Version Delicious meals don t need to eat up your evening Join this fun online class where you will learn how to plan prep and save time in the kitchen by getting a full course meal to your table in less than 20 minutes As part of your registration you will receive a Monday Friday dinner collection 20 value and shopping list mailed to your address prior to the virtual class During the virtual event you will watch a meal being assembled and leave with new simple tips and tricks to save you time and money in the kitchen Aletha Drenth is the founder of Motivated Mom Mission which is designed to help moms make positive changes in their lives She is dedicated to helping families save time in the kitchen and find healthy options for the whole family to enjoy 25 1 Session 7815 031 Th Aug 20 6 8 PM Raising Earthworms Online Course Live greener by turning your food waste into one of the most super charged organic fertilizers known to man right from your home Vermicomposting is an efficient low cost composting method that harnesses the power of worms Learn how to lessen your family s eco footprint by utilizing your food waste thus keeping it out of the landfill all while producing organic fertilizer Supported by Earthfest and Destination Medical Center Cosponsored by Lowertown Neighborhood FREE 1 Session 8013 031 Sa Jul 11 10 11 30 AM 8013 032 Aug 8 10 11 30 AM Sa 62 SENIOR Senior Discount Applies Senior Promo Code Applies Additional Supply Fee 11

Program Information REGISTRATION INFORMATION The easiest way to register is online www rochesterce org register Prompt registration is encouraged as space is limited and classes may fill quickly Prepaid registration is recommended at least one week prior to the starting date of each class Class sizes are limited and will be filled on a first come firstserve basis Classes are open to secondary students and adults and run weekly for the number of sessions indicated on the day of the week given unless otherwise noted CANCELLATION POLICY PRIOR TO START DATE If you withdraw from a class 1 week or more before the start date you will receive a refund minus a 5 processing fee If you withdraw from a class less than 1 week before the start date you will receive a pro rated refund minus any costs incurred including a 5 processing fee No refunds 72 hours prior to class start date If you withdraw from a trip prior to the No Refunds date listed in the description you will receive a refund minus a 5 processing fee If you need to withdraw from a trip after the No Refunds date If our office is NOT able to fill the open seat you will not receive a refund If our office IS ABLE to fill the open seat you will receive a refund minus a 20 processing fee CLASS WITHDRAWAL POLICY AFTER START DATE You may withdraw from classes of three sessions or more after attending the first session You must notify the Enrichment Office 507 328 4000 of your intent to withdraw prior to the second class Unless otherwise indicated you will be issued a prorated refund minus a 5 processing fee and any costs incurred EMAIL NOTE We recommend that you add our domain rochester k12 mn us as a Safe or Trusted Sender to your email account to make sure you receive all confirmation emails and class specific information Keep your email address current in our registration program REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP ONE The information you provide on the Registration Form will be entered and payment processed You will receive a confirmation email or phone call when STEP ONE is complete and you are registered STEP TWO Follow the link in your confirmation email to share any information we may need to know to keep you safe and to serve you to the best of our ability e g including health concerns or special needs You may update this information in your account at any time Call 507 328 4000 for assistance Although Community Education is part of Rochester Public Schools we do not have access to information you may have provided to other departments of the district UCARE DISCOUNT 62 SENIOR SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT Any resident of District 535 who is 62 years of age or older may take the Community Education senior discount of 20 off designated classes Valid on classes with this symbol through June 20 2020 SENIOR PROMO CODE Some UCare members are eligible for a 15 discount on all classes in this catalog If a class is less than 15 the member may take the class free of charge Members must be UCare members at the time of the registration and throughout the duration of the class Members need to include their UCare ID numbers when registering Some UCare members may only receive three discounts per calendar year Some restrictions may apply Contact UCare with any coverage questions Any resident of District 535 who is 62 years of age or older may enter the Promo Code SENIOR for 20 off designated classes Valid on classes with this symbol beginning July 1 2020 and after Amy Eich Director SUPPLY FEE Melissa Garcia Dawn Christenson Mandy Ruggeri Lee Ann Furness Sally Caron Front Office Support Staff In addition to the course fee the Supply Fee covers materials provided The Supply Fee is collected at first class meeting in cash or check form Chrisanne Pieper Adult Enrichment Coordinator Allison Gahlon Graphic Designer Deb Frost Budget Monitor 507 328 4000 All staff are working remotely until further notice 12 Adult Enrichment May August 2020 507 328 4000 www rochesterce org register