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NEW ULM AREA COMMUNITY EDUCATION SPRING/SUMMER 2015 ISD 88 BOARD OF EDUCATION Christie Dewanz Steve Gag Patricia Hoffman Matt Ringhofer Melissa Sunderman Denny Waloch Duane Winter COMMUNITY EDUCATION ADVISORY BOARD Kathy Austinson Bob Beck Kari Beran Kristal Berg Bonnie Bode Mike Brigger Cathy Fischer Sara Gabrielson Donna Lambrecht Dennis Paul Tim Plath Sara Riess Kim Rockvam Jerod Spilman Joey Schugel Cindy Winters Community Education Staff Jeff Bertrang, Superintendent 507-‐359-‐8414 [email protected] Mark Bergmann, Director 507-‐359-‐8423 [email protected] Carol Davis, Coordinator 507-‐359-‐8561 [email protected] Betty Uehling, ECFE Coordinator 507-‐359-‐8417 [email protected] Stef Dietz, Kids Connection Coord. 507-‐359-‐2266 [email protected] Amber Backous, ECFE Assistant 507-‐359-‐8417 [email protected] Christie Dewanz, School Board Representative GENERAL INFORMATION Community Education is for all residents and schools residing in District 88 boundaries, including: New Ulm, Hanska, Courtland, Essig, Lafayette, Klossner, Searles, Cambria, and St. George. Community Education is a program that connects local citizens and resources through community engagement and collaborative partnerships to improve our schools and the community as a whole. A minimum number of registrations is necessary before a class can be offered. Suggestions as to what courses should be offered are always appreciated. Additional courses will be offered if there is sufficient demand and if an instructor is available. If you have a skill or talent you would like to share with the community, contact the Community Education Office at 507-‐359-‐8561 or email Carol at [email protected] Class fees must be paid for in advance. Participants will be expected to pay for any materials used, unless otherwise stated. You are not registered until your fees have been paid. Registrations should be made by:

• Mailing in the registration form along with the fees to: Community Education, 15 N. State St., New Ulm, MN 56073

• Drop off your registration at the Community Education Office, Room 103, 15 N. State St. • Register on line at www.newulm.k12.mn.us/community-‐ed/

YOUTH CLASSES FAMILY SING ALONGS (Missy Fluegge) Bring the whole family for music-‐making fun! With easy-‐to-‐sing songs from around the world we will explore music and movement, play instruments, and have fun with the parachute. No singing ability is needed and adults and kids of all ages are welcome. These classes are geared toward children ages’ birth through kindergarten. Missy is a trained music Together Teacher and former Licensed Center Director. Come and enjoy forty-‐five minutes of singing, smiles, and cuddles. Sign up for one or both classes. Saturday, April 25 10:30-‐11:15 a.m. $10/family Washington Elementary School Saturday, May 16 10:30-‐11:15 a.m. $10/family Washington Elementary School KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: OATMEAL COOKIE DAY (Missy Fluegge) Tuesday, April 28 3:15-‐4:15 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (Supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 April 30 is National Oatmeal Cookie Day, and to celebrate, we will be making oatmeal cookie dough to take home and bake with your family. While we are mixing, we will talk about how farmers grow oats, learn about the nutritious benefits of eating oatmeal, taste-‐test steel cut oats and rolled oats, and take home a delicious collection of kid-‐friendly oatmeal recipes. SPECIAL DELIVERY (Missy Fluegge) Thursday, April 30 3:15-‐4:3:30 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (Supply fee of $18 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 To celebrate May Day, we will be making three beautiful May baskets using gift wrap, tissue paper, doilies, fabric, ribbon and best of all, fresh flowers! Your loved ones will feel so special when they open the door and find one of your homemade May baskets waiting for them. HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY (Missy Fluegge) Tuesday, May 5 3:15-‐4:45 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $18 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 We can’t tell you what craft project we will be making since mom might be reading this class description, but she will love her present and it will be worth every penny! You can also make this gift from grandma, auntie or another special person. We will hide her present in a pretty package and make a card so you will have everything you need to make her feel special on Mother’s Day. HOME ALONE SAFETY (Melanie Schmidt) Wednesday, May 6 3:15-‐4:45 p.m. Fees: $12 Washington Elementary School Media Center (enter door #2) Staying home alone for the first time is an opportunity eagerly anticipated by most kids. But with opportunity comes responsibility. This course covers a variety of common scenarios and topics specific to boys and girls preparing to stay home alone or stay home with younger siblings. Topics include but are not limited to: sibling conflict, stranger danger, healthy choices, problem solving, and identifying emergencies. Course format will use discussions, fun quizzes, and hands-‐on-‐exercises to enhance learning. Parents are welcome to stay.

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: BAKE SALE (Missy Fluegge) Thursday, May 7 3:15-‐4:15 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 The second Saturday in May is National Bake Sale Day and to celebrate we will be making treats that would be a hit at any bake sale! We will make enough treats to share with friends, family members or neighbors. Bring an apron or borrow one of ours. SCRAPBOOKING FUN (Missy Fluegge) Monday, May 11 3:15-‐4:15 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $12 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 We will be celebrating the highlights of your school year by creating two 12x12 pages for your scrapbook. Bring a photo of you enjoying a school activity. PENNY DAY (Missy Fluegge) Friday, May 15 3:15-‐4:30 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $12 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 May 23 is ‘Penny Day’, and we will be learning about all kinds of penny traditions, including the history of minted coins, penny candy, and piggy banks. Then we ill play penny carnival games, pennies, and prizes provided, and make our own miniature piggy bank to take home. THANK YOU, TEACHER! (Missy Fluegge) Tuesday, May 26 3:15-‐4:15 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 We will be embellishing a vase with crayons, then filling it with flower pens to thank our teacher for making the school year special. This gift will be ready to give in a festive gift bag with a one-‐of-‐a-‐kind magnetic card! SUMMER SURVIVAL KIT (Missy Fluegge) Thursday, May 28 3:15-‐4:45 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $20 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 Let’s make some fun, sturdy toys to get you through the first weeks of summer when you might be tempted to say, “I’m bored!’ This class is a favorite for both kids and parents! We will make at least three boredom-‐busting activities, including a colorful, handmade memory game. KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: REAL LEMONADE (Missy Fluegge) Monday, June 8 1-‐2:30 p.m. NUHS FACS Room 211 (enter door #1) Fees: $5 (supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades 1-‐6 Have you tried real lemonade, made with fresh lemons and real sugar? Once you have sampled homemade lemonade, you may never buy a can or packet of lemonade mix again! Fresh lemonade is much healthier for you. We will make a few versions, including raspberry and lavender, conduct taste tests and send recipes home for you to use at your summer lemonade stand or backyard barbeque.

LEGO DESIGN I (Bee Smart Learning, Sheila Rahn) Entering Grades 1-‐3 Fees: $73 Jefferson Elementary Cafeteria June 9, 10 & 11 8:30-‐11:30 a.m. Minimum 8, maximum 36 Your child will learn science and math concepts while working with materials from the Lego Educational Division. Children will learn how to use levers, pulleys, and gears in order to build projects such as carousels, drawbridges and conveyor belts. This class offers great hands on learning opportunities for the beginner. This course will expand your child’s knowledge of science and math concepts. Your child will gain confidence in his/her ability to understand how simple machines work. You will build projects including a crane, catapult and racecar. The fees include a take home prize! LEGO DESIGN 2 (Bee Smart Learning, Sheila Rahn) Entering grades 4-‐7 Fees: $73 Washington Elementary Cafeteria (door #2) June 9, 10 & 11 8:30-‐11:30 a.m. Minimum 8, maximum 36 This class will focus on building Lego Vehicles with Lego Technic elements from the Lego Educational Division. Your child will gain an understanding of how wheels, axles, levers and gears work together to make vehicles move. The children will have the opportunity to hook up a motor and a battery to their vehicles and race! Using some of the math and science concepts learned in school and in this class, your child will build Battlebots out of Lego materials from the Lego Educational Division. They will work with a team to create vehicles that will compete in the battle ring! Your child will learn about torque, tension, force, friction and compound gearing. Bring your imagination and your competitive spirit; this class is high-‐speed fun! The fees include a take home prize! CANVAS CREATIONS (Bee Smart Learning, Sheila Rahn) Entering Grades 2-‐8 Fees: $75 Minimum 8, maximum 36 June 9, 10 & 11 12:30-‐3:30 p.m. Washington Elementary Art Room You will have fun painting with your friends. Start with a blank canvas and acrylic paints and learn the basics about brush strokes, mixing paint and basic painting techniques. This will be an enjoyable time to paint with friends! You will bring home three creations at the end of class. Display them as stand-‐alone or as companion pieces. All materials are supplied, Aprons are available, but we suggest that you dress accordingly as acrylic paints do not wash out of clothes. HAPPY FATHER’S DAY (Missy Fluegge) Wednesday, June 10 2-‐3:15 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) Grades K-‐6 We can’t tell you all the details about Dad’s special gift, because it is a surprise. But we can tell you he will love the present you are going to make for him! When we are done creating this one-‐of-‐a-‐kind gift, we will make a card and decorate a gift bag, so you can keep your surprise a secret.

SAVVY KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: SUMMER COOKING CLASSES (Lindsay Dalluge, New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dietitian) Ages 7-‐11 Minimum 5, maximum 15 Do you have energetic and independent kids home for the summer? Let them join Hy-‐Vee dietitian, Lindsay Dalluge for this class. This class is designed for 7 to 11 year-‐olds (just the kids), that feature tasty recipes that are fun for kids and powered by good nutrition. Components of the class include fun learning in the aisles where kids will discover healthy options in the supermarket; experiences with breakfast, lunch and/or snack foods, and making healthy recipes that can be repeated at home. If you have questions, contact Lindsay at LDalluge@hy-‐vee.com June 13 1-‐2 p.m. Lazy Day Lunches

New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area Fees: $10/child (includes cost of food) July 11 1-‐2 p.m. Sugar-‐Buster Snacks

New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area Fees: $10/child (includes cost of food) August 8 1-‐2 p.m. Power Breakfasts New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area Fees: $10/child (includes cost of food) SUMMER ROBOTICS CAMP (Lyle Erickson) Entering Grades 4-‐7 Fees: $30 June 15-‐19 11 a.m.-‐12:30 p.m. High School Industrial Tech Lab Are you a hands-‐on learner? Do you like to build things? Do you like working with others? Do you want to build a robot? Come learn about designing, building and programming robots through the use of LEGO MINDSTORMS kits. This camp is intended to be a beginning level introduction to the extensive field of robotics. Through small group construction, teams of 4-‐5 students will learn to work cooperatively to design, build and program a LEGO robot to accomplish various tasks. Please register by May 29 so that supplies can be ordered. TIE-DYE CREATIONS* (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 (*Students entering preschool or kindergarten may attend with an adult) Monday, June 15 1-‐2 p.m. Fees: $5 (supply fee of $8 payable to Missy the day of class) Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Let’s try a new twist on this timeless classic as we decorate our shirt with Sharpies in every shade imaginable and use secret techniques to transform our drawings into-‐tie-‐dye works of art! These t-‐shirts wash and wear very well. Dress in play clothes. Bring your own light-‐colored t-‐shirt. KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: BOOK-N-COOK CLUB (Lindsay Dalluge, New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dietitian) Ages 4-‐6 (parent/guardian supervision is requested) Minimum 5, maximum 15 Does your child love to hear new stories and make snacks? Join your Hy-‐Vee dietitian, Lindsay Dalluge, for this book-‐n-‐cook class, designed for 4-‐6 year olds. During each class we will read a different children’s book then make snacks based on that story. Park your child’s creativity by showing them how fun it can be to read and create healthy snacks! If you have questions, contact Lindsay at LDalluge@hy-‐vee.com June 17 4-‐4:45 p.m. $8 (includes cost of food) New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area July 15 4-‐4:45 p.m. $8 (includes cost of food) New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area August 19 4-‐4:45 p.m. $8 (includes cost of food) New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area

MAKE YOUR OWN NIGHTLIGHT* (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 2-‐6 (*Students entering kindergarten or first grade may attend with an adult) Thursday, June 18 1-‐2:30 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $20 payable to Missy the day of class) Using an empty glass milk jug, or a clear glass block filled with Christmas lights, we will glue sparkling gems in your choice of colors to cover the entire bottle with a rainbow of sparkles that will light up the whole room when you plug it in at night. This project would make a great gift for a loved one, as it has a classy, grown-‐up look! CRAYON CANVAS (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 Monday, June 22 1-‐2:30 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $20 payable to Missy the day of class) Have you seen those colorful melted crayon projects online? We will have several examples to inspire you so you can design your own canvas to take home. We will give younger hands additional help as needed. All materials will be provided, including various sizes of canvas and brands of crayons. If you have a hair dryer, glue gun or an embossing tool, please bring it with you to class. If you have previously taken this class, we will help you create a more advanced project this time. STEM: SUPER SCIENTISTS I (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 Thursday, June 25 1-‐2:30 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) The best science experiments are messy, fizzy, and colorful! We will use everyday items, wear lab coats, and work together to conduct experiments and learn why these experiments work the way they do. Later, you can show off these tricks at home. Will you share the secrets with your family and friends? BEAT THE HEAT* (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 (*Students entering kindergarten may attend with an adult) Monday, June 29 1-‐2:30 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $12 payable to Missy the day of class) We will make two projects to take home: a homemade splash ball to help you stay cool outdoors, and a sturdy, homemade popsicle memory game for hours of fun indoors. If the weather is nice we will play with our splash balls on the playground. STEAM: CRAYON CANVAS (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 Thursday, July 9 1-‐2:30 p.m. NUHS FACS Room 211 (enter door #1) Fees: $5 (supply fee of $20 payable to Missy the day of class) This class gives you the chance to try a new twist on a popular favorite; instead of melting the crayons with a hair dryer, we will melt crayons on the stove in a double boiler, and you can add drops, lines, or swirls of your favorite shades of color to your canvas, creating a one-‐of-‐a-‐kind masterpiece to display in your room or at the county fair. These projects are absolutely stunning!

STEM: SUPER SCIENTISTS II (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 Monday, July 13 1-‐2:30 p.m. Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria Fees: $5 (supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) Join us for amazing experiments using dry ice! These projects are much more fun with a group of friends, and of course, safer with a teacher’s help! In keeping with the tradition of our other science classes, you will have lab partners and plenty of ‘work’ time to experience multiple hands-‐on experiments. BEGINNERS SIGN LANGUAGE (Brenda Longworth) Entering Grades 2-‐6 Jefferson Elementary School Media Center (enter door #1) July 13-‐17 1-‐3 p.m. Fees: $35 This class will give you an introduction to sign language. We will start off learning the alphabet and numbers in sign language. Then we will move onto some basic signs, animal signs, family signs; as well as, colors and days of the week. We will have fun playing games with the signs that we learn. We may even try some foods and learn the signs for them. Brenda is a certified sign language interpreter. KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: BAKE AND TAKE* (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 (*students entering kindergarten may attend with an adult) Thursday, July 16 10:30 a.m.-‐noon NUHS FACS Room 211 (enter door #1) Fees: $5 (supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) In this class, we will use the ovens at school so you don’t have to heat up your kitchen, but we won’t be baking treats to eat. Instead, we will be making homemade crayons, sun catchers, and Shrinky Dinks. Bring your old or broken crayons to class if you have some you no longer need. KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: FRUIT SALSA* (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 (*Students entering kindergarten may attend with an adult.) Monday, July 20 1-‐2:30 p.m. NUHS FACS Room 211 (enter door #1) Fees: $5 (Supply fee of $10 payable to Missy the day of class) We will be enjoying summer’s sweetest bounty in a new way, making homemade fruit salsa and homemade cinnamon crisps, just right for dipping. You will take home the recipes and leftovers to share with your family. INTRO TO FRENCH (Kathleen Sullivan) Entering Grades 5-‐8 July 21, 22, 23 & 24 9:30-‐10:30 a.m. New Ulm High School Room 211 (enter door #14) Fees: $25 Learn the alphabet, days of the week, months of the year, numbers up to 11, courtesy words. Let’s learn some songs in French! Maximum class size of 15. KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: FOOD ON A STICK* (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 (*Students entering kindergarten may attend with an adult.) Monday, July 27 1-‐2:30 p.m. NUHS FACS Room 211 (enter door #1) Fees: $5 (Supply fee of $18 payable to Missy the day of class) In honor of the Great Minnesota Get-‐Together, we will be making our own versions of State Fair food on a stick. We will make healthy fruit kabobs, not-‐so healthy homemade lollipops, and mini pies on a stick. You will be able to bring home your ‘sticky’ treats and the recipes at the end of class to share with family and friends.

SANTA’S SUMMER BEAUTY SALON (Missy Fluegge) Entering Grades 1-‐6 Thursday, July 30 10:30-‐11:30 a.m. NUHS FACS Room 211 (enter door #1) Fees: $5 (supply fee of $25 payable to Missy the day of class) This class is almost like the class we offer every year just before Christmas, but this time, we will make homemade, all-‐natural skin care products to take care of your skin after swimming and natural remedies for sunburn, in smaller sized-‐jars. Just enough to last you through the final weeks of summer! FAMILY EVENTS KIDS IN THE KITCHEN: SWEETS FOR THE SWEET (Missy Fluegge) Friday, June 12 6:30-‐7:30 p.m. NUHS FACS Room 211 Fees: $10; $8 each additional child (supply fee of $15 payable to Missy the day of class) Kids, bring mom or day, grandma or grandpa for a fun time in the kitchen! We will be making sugar cookie cutouts, with lots of frosting and sprinkles. At the end of the class, you will have at least a dozen cookies to take home and enjoy. Moms and dads like this class because their kitchen stays clean and cool! FAMILY SATURDAY SING ALONGS (Missy Fluegge) All ages, especially 0-‐6 years Bring the whole family for some summer singing! We will sing songs that moms, dads, and kids will love: songs about bugs, picnics, and fishing in the dark. Join us as we explore music and movement together in a way that is natural for little ones. Children learn best through play, even when they are learning to sing in tune and keep a beat. We will use the parachute, scarves, instruments, and our voices to make forty-‐five minutes of musical joy! Don’t worry about being shy, because this music is just for fun! Saturday, June 13 10:30-‐11:15 a.m. $10/family Washington School Child Care Room Saturday, July 25 10:30-‐11:15 a.m. $10/family Washington School Child Care Room Saturday, August 29 10:30-‐11:15 a.m. $10/family Washington School Child Care Room ADULT CLASSES YOUR ORGANIZED HOME, PART I: KEEPSAKES VS. CLUTTER? (Jayne Jensen) April 21 6:30-‐7:30 p.m. Fees: $15 Washington Elementary School Media Center (enter door #2) Surrounded by stuff? Not sure what you should keep, donate, sell or toss? The first part of having an organized home starts with knowing what you have, need and want. This class will educate you on clutter and teach you how to “ACT” with your keepsakes or clutter.

INTRO TO FRENCH (Kathleen Sullivan) Grades 9 – Adult Wednesdays April 22, 29, May 6 & 13 6-‐8 p.m. New Ulm High School Room 211 (enter door #14) Fees: $45 Learn numbers, days of the week, months of the year and useful conversational French. Maximum class size of 15. YOUR ORGANIZED HOME, PART II: TIPS, TRICKS, AND IDEAS FOR AN ORGANIZED HOME (Jayne Jensen) April 28 6:30-‐7:30 p.m. Fees: $15 Washington Elementary School Media Center (enter door #2) Can’t find your keys? How about that cell phone? Missed a deadline or bill payment? The average American spends one year of their life looking for lost or misplaced items due to disorganization. Join this class to test your organizational needs and learn great tips, tricks, and ideas to get organized now! 12 HABITS OF HEALTHY PEOPLE AND GENTLE YOGA (Joan Wisniewski) Learn 12 habits for a healthier life style followed by participating in gentle yoga. Wear comfortable clothing. Class will be held in the Boardroom at the DAC, 15 N State St, enter door #7. Session 1: Thursday, April 30 10 a.m.-‐noon Fees: $18 Session 2: Thursday, April 30 5-‐7 p.m. Fees: $18 BASIC BICYCLE MAINTENANCE (Dale Bohlke) Saturday, May 2 9-‐11 a.m. New Ulm High School Entrance #14 Fees: $25 Register by April 24 May begins the biking season so dust off our bicycle and tune it up for the season. This class will cover the basics of seat, brake, and gear adjustment. You will also have the opportunity to change an inner tube during the second hours. Ride to the high school and dress to get dirty. The class will be held rain or shine. Minimum class size 4, maximum class size 8. CHIP CARVING – LARGE DESK COASTER (Marty Leenhouts) Saturday, May 2 9 a.m.-‐4 p.m. Fee: $90 (includes supplies used for class, the project and USE only of the tools) Minimum class size 6 New Ulm High School Room 209 (enter door #14) All are welcome! First timers and experienced carvers will all learn a lot. Learn the skills needed to chip carve a beautiful desk coaster. My Chip Carving Knives will be provided for your use along with a practice board and materials to chip carve the project. The only thing you need to bring with you is an attitude ready to learn. You will learn how to prepare the wood surface, apply the pattern, and carve the coaster. Proper technique will be emphasized and encouraged throughout this class. Knife sharpening will also be taught and demonstrated.

HYPNOSIS (Dr. Mary Fischer, Dr. of Clinical Hypnotherapy and certified Clinical Hypnotherapist) Monday, May 11 Washington Elementary School Media Center (enter door #2) Fees: $55 per person for one session OR $95 for both the weight loss and stop smoking Weight Control: Hypnosis can help you control your eating habits, and help you stop the constant thinking about food; overeating; and snacking. You will also learn to desire the right foods, push your plate away when full and motivate yourself to exercise. Stop Smoking: what will your future be like if you don’t stop smoking? Don’t let tobacco control your life! If you have a desire to quit hypnosis can immediately without withdrawal, cravings or gaining weight. The fee includes the session, reinforcement tapes and a lifetime membership for free future classes if reinforcement is desire. Please indicate which session you will be attending. 6-‐7 p.m. Required introduction for both weights lost and stop smoking registrants 7-‐7:45 p.m. Weight loss session 7:45-‐8:30 p.m. Stop smoking session Bring to class a blanket and pillow. AARP SMART DRIVER COURSES NO written or driving tests to pass this course just be an active participant! Why should you take the AARP Smart Driver course? Cars have changed. So have traffic rules, driving conditions and the roads you travel every day. Even the most experienced drivers can benefit from brushing up on their driving skills. By taking the AARP Smart Driver course you will learn the latest changes in Minnesota rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasing challenging driving environment. You will receive a certificate to give to your insurance agent that will qualify you for a 10% discount on your automobile insurance. 4-‐Hour Refresher Tuesday, May 12 5:30-‐9:30 p.m. $22 8-‐Hour 1st Time Class Monday & Tuesday, May 18 & 19 6-‐10 p.m. $22 HY-VEE COOKING CAMP Join your Hy-‐Vee chef, Todd Krielkamp; and dietitian, Lindsay Dalluge, RD, LD, for monthly cooking classes. Each class will feature new recipes, a cooking demonstration, sampling, recipes and healthy hints. Come for the delicious food, stay for the fun atmosphere, and leave inspired by new foods, cooking techniques and more! Contact Lindsay at 507-‐354-‐8255 or LDalluge@hy-‐vee.com with questions or for more information on the month’s menu. May 12 6:30-‐7:30 p.m. $10/adult New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area June 9 6:30-‐7:30 p.m. $10/adult New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area July 14 6:30-‐7:30 p.m. $10/adult New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area August 11 6:30-‐7:30 p.m. $10/adult New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area SUMMERTIME SMOOTHIES (Lindsay Dalluge, Hy-‐Vee Dietician) Thursday, June 18 5:30-‐6:30 p.m. New Ulm Hy-‐Vee Dining Area Fees: $8/person Smoothies can be made countless ways – some people add greens, some add fruit and dairy, some use a mixture of fruits and veggies – but is your way healthy for you? Is your smoothie giving you the nutrition you need to achieve your goal to lose weight, gain weight, refuel after a workout or provide a quick and easy meal or snack? Lindsay will show you how to make a basic smoothie that can be altered in a variety of ways to suit your needs! Fees include recipes and smoothie samples.

GARDEN BARN QUILT SIGNS (Prairie Ecology Bus Center) Saturday, June 27 (you need to register by June 12) Fees: $27 (includes a fee for supplies) New Ulm High School Room 210 (enter door #14) 9-‐11 a.m. Maximum class size 10 Painted, wooden “barn quilts” are popping up across the countryside. You would love to have one but have no barn you say? No problem! Join a PEBC naturalist and create a mini-‐version hung on a fence post that you can plant right in your yard. Many designs to choose from and all supplies included. Be sure to wear paint clothes! DIY PALLET REPURPOSING (Prairie Ecology Bus Center) Saturday, June 27 (you need to register by June 12 Fees: $22 (includes a fee for supplies) New Ulm High School Room 209 (enter door #14) 11 a.m.-‐12:30 p.m. Maximum class size is 10 Are you wondering what you can do with those salvaged wooden pallets? Come join in on the fun of a do-‐it-‐yourself project that reuses them! In this Make ‘n Take class, you will create your own pallet flower box that you can use to decorate your house, potting shed, patio or other place of honor! Also, explore creative ideas to reuse some of the many everyday items that are found all around us. All materials provided – wear clothes that can get dirty.

YOUTH CAMPS NEW ULM GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP The Girls Basketball Camp will run two difference weeks depending on age level. June 15-‐18 will be for girls entering grades 7-‐10 and July 13-‐16 for girls entering grades K-‐6. Dan Reinhart, Head Girls Basketball coach, other coaches and players, will run camp. Session 1: Girls Entering Grades 7-‐10 June 15-‐18 1-‐4 p.m. NU High School Session 2: Girls Entering Grades 4-‐6 July 13-‐16 12:30-‐2:45 p.m. Jefferson Elem. Session 3: Girls Entering Grades K-‐3 July 13-‐16 3-‐4:30 p.m. Jefferson Elem. The camp will focus on ball handling, shooting form, offensive moves, individual and team defense, individual and team contests and competitions. The cost of the camp is $45 for Sessions 1 & 2 and $30 for Session 3. Campers will receive a camp T-‐shirt if registered before May 22. You can sign up for camp anytime, but might not receive a t-‐shirt if you register after May 22. Campers will receive a full refund if their cancellation is made before May 22. There will be a $15 deposit deducted from refunds after that date. If you have questions, contact Dan Reinhart at 276-‐6088 or [email protected] Players Name ______________________________________________________________Grade Next Year_________ Parent/Guardian__________________________________________________________Phone_____________________ Parent/Guardian Signature___________________________________________________________________________ Email:__________________________________ Session 1 ($45)__________ Session 2 ($45)__________ Session 3 ($30)__________ T-‐shirt size (please circle) YS YM YL AS AM AL AXL By signing this form you are also indicating that you have ample insurance coverage, and will not hold New Ulm Public Schools, camp director or any individual liable or responsible for any injury that may occur. Make checks payable to Dan Reinhart. Please do not make out to the school. Send checks to: Dan Reinhart, 309 South Franklin St., and New Ulm, MN 56073

SUMMER BAND CAMP Students entering 6th-‐8th grade June 8-‐12 Directors: Ann Ayer and Pat Nelsen Monday through Thursday 1-‐3:30 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-‐7 p.m. Fees: $65 (includes a camp t-‐shirt) Band Camp will be a week-‐long workshop involving rehearsals in a large ensemble, sectionals for like instruments and fun musical games. Camp will take place in the New Um High School Band Room (enter door #4) Monday through Thursday. On Friday, the band will travel to the Cities to perform their songs at North Plaza, downtown Minneapolis as part of the Summer Lunchtime Performance Series. The performance will be followed by a fun afternoon at the Mall of America’s theme park, “Nickelodeon Universe”. EAGLE POWER PROGRAM June 8-‐August 6 (Monday through Thursday) No camp July 4 through July 10. New Ulm High School The Eagle Power Program is an enrichment opportunity. It is not a requirement of the Activities Department or any of the High School sports teams. The New Ulm Summer Training Program is available to all current New Ulm athletes (including incoming freshman and 7th & 8th graders). This program is designed to give our athletes the opportunity to gain a competitive edge through strength and conditioning. All athletes will benefit from this camp and are encouraged to attend. Our strength and conditioning specialists design all of our programs. Our camp is implemented by our own coaches. This gives our athletes a unique opportunity to continue to develop relationships with their coaches outside of their particular sport. Session 1: 7:30-‐9:30 a.m. (athletes currently in the program) Session 2: 9-‐10:30 a.m. (7th & 8th grade athletes) Session 3: 9:30-‐11:30 a.m. (incoming freshman, varsity level and newcomers to New Ulm athletics) Session 4: 6-‐8 p.m. (accommodates those who cannot attend morning sessions) If another time is preferred for your family, please contact Coach Ortmann. Example: if a younger sibling is in the junior high program and there is a need for them to drive together. Fees: $75 high school $50 7th & 8th graders Students who qualify for free and reduced lunches will need to contact coach Ortmann on an individual basis and be able to show documented proof of qualification. For more information contact Coach Ortmann at [email protected] or call him at 507-‐401-‐1937.

TENNIS CAMP Doug Rakoczy and Josh Koelpin will run this years tennis camp. Camps will run Monday thru Friday and be held at the New Ulm High School Tennis Courts. Levels of instruction include beginners (ages 6-‐9) and intermediates (ages 10-‐14). Enrollment is limited to 16 per session. You may register for more than one session. Session 1 Beginners June 8-‐12 6-‐7 p.m. $30 Session 2 Beginners June 22-‐26 6-‐7 p.m. $30 Session 3 Beginners July 20-‐24 6-‐7 p.m. $30 Session 1 Intermediates June 8-‐12 7:15-‐8:15 p.m. $30 Session 2 Intermediates June 22-‐26 7:15-‐8:15 p.m. $30 Session 3 Intermediates July 20-‐24 7:15-‐8:15 p.m. $30

CHEER CAMP June 15-‐19, 2015 Cheerleading Camp will be held at Washington Elementary School in the gym, led by Head Cheer and Stunt Coach, Krystal Urness, as well as current varsity cheerleaders. Campers will learn fun cheers and dances, improve gymnastics skills, and learn stunting and jump techniques. Cheerleading camp will be broken down by grade level: Youth Camp Junior Camp Senior Camp For campers entering For campers entering For campers entering K-‐3rd grades next year. 4th-‐6th grades next year. 7th-‐12 grades next year. 9-‐10 a.m. 10:30 a.m.-‐12:30 p.m. 1:30-‐3:30 p.m. Fees: $30 Fees: $30 Fees: $25 Campers will receive a free t-‐shirt if registered before May 23rd. You may still register after May 23rd, but t-‐shirts will be limited. Campers will receive a full refund if their cancellation is made before May 23rd. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Head Coach, Krystal Urness, via email at [email protected] or on our school website. -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐ -‐

Please make check payable to Krystal Urness. Send checks and completed for to: Attn: Krystal Urness, 414 S. Payne St., New Ulm, MN 56073

Cheerleader’s Name ___________________________________________________________Grade Next Year_________

Parents Name: ______________________________________________ Phone Number:______________________________

Emergency Contact & Relationship:____________________________________________Phone:____________________

Youth Camp ($30) __________ Junior Camp ($30) __________ Senior Camp ($25) __________

Shirt Size: XS______ YS______ YM______ YL______ YXL______ Adult S______ Adult M______ Adult L______ *I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian of the above named child, do hereby consent that he/she may participate in the cheer camp. It is agreed that the named organization or employees assume no legal liability for injuries or other loss as a result of participation. New Ulm Cheer reserves the right to use any pictures taken for publication. Signature of Parent/Guardian:_________________________________________________________________________________

COMMUNITY EDUCATION TRIPS ‘MARY POPPINS’ Chanhassen Dinner Theater Saturday, May 16, 2015 (register by April 14) Charter bus, lunch and show $85/person Bus will leave at 9:15 a.m. Mary Poppins makes its debut on Chanhassen Dinner Theaters’ Main stage! Based upon the iconic Disney animated film, Mary Poppins is a family musical featuring breathtaking dance numbers and unforgettable songs including: “Chim Chim Cheree”, “A Spoonful of Sugar”, “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” and “Let’s Go Fly A Kite.” Seating is front and center! ‘PETER PAN THE MUSICAL’ Minnesota Children’s Theater Sunday, June 6, 2015 (register by April 22) Charter bus will leave at 11:30 a.m. (2 p.m. show) Adults $70 and children $61.50 Fly to the second start to the right and straight on ‘til morning-‐but keep an eye out for lost boys, vicious pirates and one ravenous crocodile. Our first production of one of Broadway’s most beloved musicals, Peter Pan has more than a sprinkling of Tinker Bell’s fairy dust to max its magic, with unforgettable songs including the timeless “I Won’t Grow Up.” You will be hooked from the first moment, so soar with us and be ready to clap you hands and BELIEVE. Lap passes can be purchased at the ticket window on the day of the show for children ages 3 and under. MINNESOTA STATE FAIR Thursday, September 3, 2015 Senior Day (register by August 27) Fees: $28 for the charter bus the bus will leave at 6:30 a.m. (leave the fair at 4 p.m.). Admission fee to the fair will be collected on the bus: 65+ ($8); Ages 13-‐64 ($13); Ages 5-‐12 ($11); under 5 (Free). ‘A BRANSON COUNTRY CHRISTMAS’ St. Cloud Paramount Theater Wednesday, November 11, 2015 (register by October 9) Charter bus and show $47 (seats are on the main floor, Rows E, F & G). We will be stopping for lunch, at your own expense, prior to the show. Please watch the Fall 2015 Brochure for further details. PLEASE WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE FOLLOWING TWO TRIPS IN THE FALL 2015 BROCHURE ‘JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT ‘ Orpheum Theater Saturday, April 2, 2016 – 2 p.m. show One of the most enduring shows of all time, Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webbers’ Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is the irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. This new production is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. The magical musical is full of unforgettable sons, included “Go Go Go Joseph,” “Any Dream Will do” and “Close Every Door.”

‘THE LION KING’ Orpheum Theater Sunday, July 17, 2016 – 6:30 p.m. show More than 75 million people around the world have experienced the phenomenon of Disney’s The Lion King, and now you can, too, when Minneapolis’ best-‐loved musical returns to the Orpheum Theater. Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this landmark musical event brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. The award winning direction brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. The Lion King also features some of Broadway’s most recognizable music.

HEALTHY COMMUNITIES/HEALTHY YOUTH & PRAIRIE FIRE CHILDREN’S THEATER

PRESENT

July 6-‐11, 2015 New Ulm Senior High School Gymnasium

(Enter door #4) This production is open to all students entering 3rd-‐9th grades for the 2015-‐16 school year. There is NO cost to participants for this our 18th annual Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre production. Students will spend and exciting week rehearsing the show and will present two performances – Friday, July 10 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 11 at 1 p.m. Auditions, rehearsals and performances will take place in the New Ulm Senior High School Gymnasium located at 414 South Payne Street in New Ulm and everyone who participates will receive a part in the production.

Registration for Cinderella begins May 11th! Contact Healthy Communities/Healthy Youth at 507-‐354-‐8632 or email

Mike Brigger at [email protected] for more information!

NETWORK NEW ULM YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Don’t miss your chance to be involved in the next Network New Ulm Youth Leadership Program! Next year’s juniors from New Ulm Public Cathedral, Minnesota Valley Lutheran and Riverbend ALC are invited to apply. Enrollment is limited to 28 participants. Program topics include: *Leadership and team-‐building training *Personality profiles *Education *History and culture *Economic health *Community service *Justice system *City and county government *Health care *Media *Tomorrow’s opportunities *Graduation Participants must attend all six sessions, which are held on school days. The time commitment is 8 a.m.-‐3 p.m. each day. You must obtain and complete homework assignments in advance and be willing to share your experience with others. Benefits for attending the Youth Leadership program are: *Networking with other schools *Networking with our community and its leaders *Mentoring with adult leaders *Fostering youth leaders, *Increasing community awareness *Observing career opportunities Applications will be available on April 23, 2015. Please see your guidance counselor, or stop in at the Chamber of Commerce Office for a brochure with more details and an application. There will be a minima participation fee upon acceptance. Scholarships based on need are available. Registration deadline is Thursday, May 7,2015. NEW ULM AREA YOUTH COUNCIL Are you a youth who wants to make a difference? If so, then the Brown County Area Youth Council is looking for you!

• Would you like to have a voice in your community? • Would you like to make a difference? • All students in grades 7-‐12 are invited to join the Brown County Area Youth Council • The Youth Council is a great place to gain leadership skills and meet people from the other

schools. • Youth Council has been involved in the United Way Day of Caring, fighting Underage Substance

Abuse, Red Bookcase, Yellow Ribbon (suicide prevention), the haunted house for kids and projects with Park and Recreation.

For more information on the Youth Council, call Healthy Communities Healthy Youth at 354-‐8632 or email: [email protected]

NEW ULM PUBLIC LIBRARY 17 N Broadway

New Ulm, MN 56073 507-‐359-‐8331

www.newulmlibrary.org or check us out on Facebook All programs at New Ulm Public Library unless otherwise noted.

• 2015 Summer Reading Program: June 8-‐July 30 Children’s theme -‐ “Every Hero Has a Story” Teen theme -‐ “Escape the Ordinary”

• Monday, June 8 (SRP Kick-‐off Day; registration opens for both reading programs) * Super Hero Tattoo Art with Jeff Mackie, 10 a.m.-‐noon and 1-‐5 p.m.

• * Tuesday, June 16, 6 p.m. -‐ Ten Penny Tunes Kids’ Concert • * Tuesday, June 23 -‐ Peter Hoh’s LEGOS at Your Library (3 sessions)

Tiny Town -‐ 10 a.m. (ages 5 and up) Tiny Town -‐ 11:30 a.m. (ages 5 and up) Ziplines & Gadgets -‐ 2 p.m. (ages 8 and up, including teens) Registration required

• * Tuesday, July 14, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. (ages 7 and up) -‐ Unwine Creations Registration required

• * Thursday, July 30 (SRP Reading Celebration), 10 a.m. -‐ Bubble Wonders • * Moo! Storywalk (in partnership with New Ulm Park and Rec) will be available during Puppet

Wagon shows at various parks in June and July • Summer Storytimes @ New Ulm Public Library, Mondays and Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Watch for special guest storytellers! FAMILY PROGRAM

• * Monday, July 20, 7 p.m. at German Park -‐ Sweet Adelines and MAGIC Quartet Barbershop Concert in partnership with KNUJ and New Ulm Park and Rec

U.S.-DAKOTA WAR SERIES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BROWN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

• Monday, August 17 o * 12 p.m. – Lunch & a Bite of History, Brown County Historical Society (BCHS) Annex, 2 N

Broadway, New Ulm – Curt Dahlin, Lake Shetek o * 6 p.m. – Lower Sioux Indian Community at New Ulm Library, Dakota Tribal Politics and

Government • Tuesday, August 18

o 9:30 a.m.-‐3 p.m. – Great Shetek Trail Van Tour led by Gary Wiltscheck. Reservation required. 507-‐233-‐2620

o * 12 p.m. – Lunch & a Bite of History, Springfield Historical Society, 11 W. Central – Janet Timmermann, Lake Shetek & Shetek Trail. In partnership with the Springfield Area Historical Society and the Springfield Public Library

• Wednesday, August 19 o * 12 p.m. – Lunch & a Bite of History, BCHS Annex – Jeff Williamson, Thomas & John

Williamson & the U.S.-‐Dakota War of 1862

o * 6 p.m. – Gary Wiltscheck at New Ulm Library, The Bluem Family Tragedy • Thursday, August 20

o 9:30 a.m.-‐3 p.m. – Extended Van Tour of Milford & Leavenworth led by Gary Wiltscheck and Lisa Besemer. Reservation required. 507-‐233-‐2620

o * 12 p.m. – Lunch & a Bite of History, BCHS Annex – Don Heinrich Tolzmann, Rudolf Leonhart's Memories of New Ulm

o * 6 p.m. – John LaBatte at New Ulm Library, Battles of New Ulm • Friday, August 21

o 9:30 a.m.-‐3 p.m. – Extended Van Tour of Milford & Leavenworth led by Gary Wiltscheck and Lisa Besemer. Reservation required. 507-‐233-‐2620

o * 12 p.m. – Lunch & a Bite of History, BCHS Annex – Anne Earl and Bob Burgess of the Brown County Historical Society, After the War: Depredation Claims

• Saturday, August 22 o * 10 a.m. – Traditional Dakota Gardening at BCHS Annex – Lower Sioux Community

Family Program o 11:15 a.m. – Katie Gropper Walking Tour with Opal Dewanz. Reservation required. 507-‐

233-‐2620 o 1 p.m. – Downtown Walking Tour with Terry Sveine. Reservation required.

507-‐233-‐2620 • Sunday, August 23

o 2 p.m. – Pioneer Cemetery Tours o *Designates program is made possible by a grant from the Traverse des Sioux

Library Cooperative. MINNESOTA PROUD AUTHOR’S SERIES All programs will be held in the meeting room of the New Ulm Public Library beginning at 7 p.m. The New Ulm Public Library and New Ulm Area Community Education are collaborating and are excited to bring three Minnesota authors for speaking engagements. The series is made possible in part by a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative and was funded with money from the Minnesota Arts and Culture Heritage Fund. Thursday, April 16 Doug Ohman, “Barns of Minnesota”. Doug is a photographer and popular public speaker. His photographs are featured in the “Minnesota Byways” series. Thursday, April 23 Mike Roberts, author of “The Last Keeper at Split Rock”. Mike was the last lighthouse keeper stationed at Split Rock when it closed in January 1969 and then wrote a book about it. The book is a memoir about his active U.S. Coast Guard military duty on the North Shore of Lake Superior. Thursday, April 30 Cathy Wurzer, author of “Tales of the Road, Highway 61”. Cathy unearths stories about historic buildings, abandoned sites, decaying structures and more as she travels down Highway 61 and into the past, spotlighting famous and fascinating locations, many of them little remembered today.

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