Centennial Community Education

Come out and cheer on our boys of summer as the MN Twins take on the Texas Rangers. Our seats are in section 204 & 205 along the first base line. We do have some wheelchair accessible seats available, please let us know if you need to reserve an accessible seat. We plan to arrive around 11:15 am for the noon game, so you'll have some time to explore before the game begins. We will depart after 10 innings if the game runs long. Youth with an adult are welcome to attend. Fee includes transportation and game ticket. Please register by May 12. No refunds after May 12. Pick up/drop off at The Rookery Activity Center. Return time is approximate.

Explore the hustle and bustle of Hastings, Minnesota! First, discover the hidden gem that is the LeDuc Historical Estate and marvel at the design work of Andrew Jackson Downing and this Civil War-era Gothic Revival home. Then enjoy a lunch at the Confluence Hotel with your fellow travelers. Meal choices are walleye sandwich, chicken pot pie, French dip or chicken Caesar salad. Indicate meal choice when registering. Next, we'll drive to city hall for a guided historic tour of the old Dakota County Courthouse, and finally end our day along the riverwalk where you will awe at the mighty Mississippi and have some time to shop the cute boutiques. Registration deadline is July 11. No refunds after July 11.

We will visit when the gardens are in full bloom with amazing flower displays for spring. Lunch and a leisurely one-hour tram tour is included. On the tram, we'll travel on Three-Mile Drive highlighting varied collections, the display gardens and the Farm at the Arb! The tram does stop for viewing and pictures. Lunch includes a choice of sandwich (turkey, ham, roast beef or veggie - option for gluten free) as well as chips, an apple, cookie and bottled water. Indicate lunch choice when registering. No refunds after May 13.

Don’t miss this fun day in Minneapolis. First, we’ll start with time at the Farmer’s Market. Browse and buy at your leisure. After about an hour, we’ll head for our Mississippi River cruise and lunch. Our narrated cruise will take you along the southern route of the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway and Heritage Trail system, along the University of Minnesota campus riverfront, under the stunning 35W bridge, through the lower St. Anthony Falls lock system showcasing views of the St. Anthony Falls, the historic Stone Arch Bridge, amazing river bluffs with views of the amazing downtown Minneapolis skyline as we show you the best the Mississippi River has to offer! Assortment of almond chicken salad, turkey breast, and baked ham sandwiches with condiments. Served with a garden salad with ranch dressing, fresh seasonal fruit, potato chips, and our Paradise cookie tray. Full bar service available (cash or credit). Registration deadline June 2. No refunds thereafter.

Enter the Chateau Winery in St. Croix Falls, WI with us. We will first stop at the Lowell Inn, which was created by Elmer Lowell. Lunch in the Garden Room will be Chicken a la King – tender pieces of chicken, mushrooms, red and green peppers in a sherry cream sauce served over a puff pastry shell, mashed potatoes, vegetable of the day, beverage and a small dessert. After lunch we drive to the Chateau Winery nestled in the rolling hills of St. Croix River Valley. We will divide into two groups for wine tasting and a tour of the production area and barrel room. Explore the estate with a carriage house, stables and floral gardens. Visit the gift shop and make purchases on your own. Registration includes transportation in a motor coach, guided tour and lunch.

September 20-27, 2025 Grab your friends and your cowboy boots. Community Education is heading to Nashville! Saturday, Sept 20: Sit back and relax and let us do all the driving. We’ll travel by motorcoach beginning Saturday morning. We will depart around 7:30 am. On the bus a muffin and fruit will be provided. Before dinner we will stop to purchase food/snacks (on your own) at a bathroom stop, you can also bring your own lunch on the bus. We’ll stop at a dinner buffet at Fiddlesticks in Hannibal, MO and then head to the Drury Inn St. Louis for an overnight stay. Sunday, Sept 21: Before leaving St. Louis, we’ll visit the famous Gateway Arch, (admission, movie and tram ride and lunch is included). Dinner is included this evening when we arrive in Nashville, at Nicky’s Coal Fired Pizza. Once in Nashville, get ready for a variety of famous and exciting sights and sounds in this thriving musical city. Our accommodation will be at the Drury Inn Nashville which includes a free hot breakfast and a free kick back happy hour, including hot food and cold drinks, daily. https://www.druryhotels.com/menu. The Drury Inn Nashville is a great location, just off Broadway, so you have easy access to bars and restaurants. Nashville Highlights: Monday, Sept 22: We are going to start our time in Nashville with some big attractions! We will have a guided tour of the original Grand Ole Opry location- the historic Ryman Auditorium. A buffet lunch at a nearby restaurant is included. After lunch we will visit the Country Music Hall of Fame. Tour the Hall of Fame at your leisure and make your way back to the hotel, which is only just a few blocks away. Dinner this evening can be at the Drury Inn, or choose to do something on your own. Tuesday, Sept 23: Our day will begin with a tour of the Belle Meade Historic Site & Mansion. A wine tasting and time to shop will be included. For lunchtime/midday, you may choose on your own. We will go for an early dinner at Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen before heading to the fabulous Grand Ole Opry. We’ll update you when we receive information on who will be performing for us that evening! Wednesday, Sept 24: Today we’ll enjoy a tour of the Andrew Jackson Hermitage historical museum in the morning, lunch is included. On the way back to the hotel we’ll stop at the Opryland hotel. It is free to walk through their amazing inside gardens. You may have dinner at the Drury Inn, or choose something on your own. Thursday, Sept 25: Spend the day at your own leisure. You will have a ticket for the Hop-on-Hop-Off Trolley, this is a great and convenient way to do more exploring and see more of Nashville. In the evening we’ll set sail on the elegant General Jackson showboat, which includes dinner and a show. Friday, Sept 26: We’ll depart Nashville in the morning, lunch will be included. We’ll stop in Hannibal MO, at the Best Western Downtown on the river. Dinner will be on your own, with several restaurants to choose from that are within walking distance. Saturday, Sept 27: Breakfast will be included at the hotel. We will make several stops on the way home for snacks/food and the bathroom. There will be no formal lunch stop. We will return to Circle Pines around 6 pm. Price: Double Room Occupancy: $2,189 per person with a $449 initial deposit and subsequent payments on the 15th of $435 for March-June. Single Room Occupancy: $3,204 with a $644 initial deposit and subsequent payments on the 15th of $640 for March-June. If registering after an installment payment due date, initial deposit plus missed payment will be due at time of enrollment. (ie: If registering on April 20, initial deposit plus March and April payment due at time of enrollment). No refunds after June 19. A refund request at any time before June 19, 2025 will incur a $50 cancellation fee, per person. If you would like travel insurance contact, https://my.travelinsure.com/isd12/?p=50097 or call 855-874-0156, and use account #50097. Centennial does not provide insurance or refunds for emergencies. All hotel breakfasts included 4 Lunches and all dinners provided (some at Drury Kickback) except dinner on our last day 8 attraction admission/tickets 7 nights hotel accommodations 2 trip chaperones and Motor coach transportation included Bus will depart from and return to Centennial Community Education in Circle Pines.