Centennial Community Education

Tues-Thurs, September 8-10 Tuesday: Arrive in Bayfield, WI for The Apostle Islands “Grand Tour” Cruise, a narrated, informative 55-mile scenic cruise. Throughout this memorable cruise, you'll pass extraordinary natural scenery, the beautiful historic Raspberry Lighthouse and Devils Island Lighthouse. See standing rocks, extensive sea caves, and marine wildlife. After the cruise, check into the Legendary Waters Resort. The resort is built on the shores of Lake Superior with an indoor swimming pool and fitness center. It is located adjacent to the casino. Lunch and dinner are included. Wednesday: Enjoy breakfast (included), then take the Madeline Island Ferry from Bayfield to the picturesque town of LaPointe on Madeline Island. It is the largest of the Apostle Islands. Meet a local guide for a tour of the island. Hear about The Apostle Islands and how they were named for the twelve apostles. Have lunch (included) at the Pub Restaurant and visit the Madeline Island Historical Museum. Return to Bayfield and visit the Bayfield Winery for a tasting. The Bayfield Winery began fermenting their first batch of wine in the fall of 1995. Tonight’s dinner (included) is at Legendary Waters Resort. Thursday: Have breakfast (included). Meet a step-on guide and hear about the historic village of Bayfield and visit one of the apple orchards. Have a Victorian luncheon (included) at the Old Rittenhouse Inn amidst antiques and fireplaces. It is a Queen Anne-style mansion restored to its original splendor with distinctive touches. Bid adieu to this unique delightful area and enjoy the carefree ride home. Return to the Twin Cities by early evening. Travel insurance is offered through USI Affinity, call 1-855-874-0156. Our account number is 50097 Price: $885 per person for double occupancy; $1085 for single occupancy $200 per person deposit due at the time of registration. Registration deadline and remaining balance is due by July 5. No refunds thereafter.

Get ready for Elvis! Step into the world of Rock 'n' Roll royalty as Anthony Shore's Elvis tribute show brings Elvis Presley's legendary performance to life. Accompanied by a talented 10 to14-piece band, that includes a string of horn section, this show promises a thrilling homage to the King of Rock 'n' Roll, offering an unforgettable evening of nostalgia while capturing the essence of Elvis's legendary performances. Before we see this version of Elvis, we'll enjoy a buffet lunch at the Olde Brick House in St. Cloud of meatloaf, chicken parmesan and mashed potatoes. Coffee and tea included. We will then travel to the Paramount Theater in downtown St. Cloud for the concert. Pick up at The Rookery at 9:30 am, return approximately 5:30 pm. No refunds after January 16.

In 1965, Rob Grill and three others teamed up with hit producer Steve Barri (The Mamas & The Papas, Tommy Roe, Four Tops, Dusty Springfield) to form The Grass Roots, who went on to chart 29 singles - 13 gold - along with two gold albums and one platinum album. Ranking among only nine bands in rock history, including The Beatles, with more Billboard Hot 100 hits, The Grass Roots have remained a staple on Classic Rock radio for nearly 50 years. Top 40 hits include: Let's Live for Today, Midnight Confessions, Sooner or Later, and Temptation Eyes. Before the concert, we'll enjoy a buffet lunch at the Coyote Moon Grille. We will then travel to the Paramount Theater in downtown St. Cloud for the concert. Pick up at The Rookery at 9:30 am, return approximately 5:30 pm. No refunds after February 12.

Acupressure is an ancient healing art and self-help tool. It can offer great relief with no side effects and help you feel your best. Along with the specific points to help relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, irritability and even weight gain, learn the Nine Master Pressure Points, which are the most helpful and most frequently prescribed to help and assist every system in your body.

Saturday, April 25 from 9 am to noon at Rice Lake Elementary. Purchase a table or two to sell items you no longer need or come and shop! You keep the money you earn from the sale of your items. Tables are 6 feet in length. Items being sold cannot exceed your table area. Table Fee: Child Table: $10; General Table: $20 Proceeds collected from the table fees will go to the Community Education Financial Assistance Program to help families in need. Event is FREE for shoppers.

Have you always wanted to learn or refresh your Spanish? This class focuses on building conversational skills through interactive practice. Topics include greetings, pronunciation, numbers, food, clothing, and basic grammar. You’ll engage in small conversations and explore cultural insights like word origins and dialects. Zoom access and basic computer skills required. A Zoom link will be sent to the email used to register.

As an executor, personal representative, power of attorney, or guardian, this class will help you figure out your responsibilities. Understand the difference between these roles, who you should appoint, and what to do once you are appointed. This instructor is an attorney practicing in the areas of estate planning and probate. Question & answer time included.

This Japanese art form and reflective practice, shinrin-yoku, loosely translates to "taking in the forest through our sense." Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Forest Therapy is a practice of spending time in forested areas for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. Come slow down, de-stress from your daily routine, and deepen your connection to nature. It is different than other nature experiences. In forest bathing, we will be slowing down with intentionality and engaging all our senses through some activities. Give your mind and body some time to rest, wander and wonder in nature. You will need a valid state park vehicle permit ($7/day or $35/year).

The Concern: Our family has a cabin, homestead, hunting land, farm or second home; how do we protect this family legacy and move its use and enjoyment in the future? The Problem: Various sources and forces threaten their very existence: The nursing home and Medicaid (MA), estate taxes, family divorces, creditor and bankruptcy issues, taxes and operating expenses, unequal resources of owners, the in-laws, and use and enjoyment equality. The Answer: We will provide real-life solutions and explore four paths to resolution that will solve our problems without driving the family apart or sacrificing the family’s legacy asset. A Zoom link will be sent to the email used for registration. If registering as a couple, only select one person during the registration process. The name of your partner will be asked as a question during checkout.

If you’ve noticed hip/thigh/butt spread, you are not alone. We have become a nation of professional sitters, causing lower body muscles to weaken and sag. Learn my famous "10-Minute Miracle Exercise" series to strengthen lower body muscles quickly and, in the process, increase metabolism and bone density; decrease two inches off saddlebag area in two weeks; trim inches off lower body by getting rid of excess water weight; breathing technique to stimulate fat metabolism; acupressure points for lymph circulation and drainage. If you don’t have the time, money, or inclination to haul yourself to a gym several times a week, you will love these powerful and effective techniques. You will need a resistance band, tied in a loop for some of the exercises.

We'll walk through (in-depth) an actual Minnesota Probate Estate from filing of the Application for Probate to the Final Accounts, and all the steps in between. Learn the entire process with current forms, court and filing requirements, accounting and procedural steps, as well as the procedures for the sale and distribution of estate assets. Discuss the roles, responsibilities, and liabilities of a person who is appointed as the Executor/Personal Representative. The class will be filled with real-life examples and solutions to the multitude of issues involving a typical (or not typical) Minnesota Probate Estate. This class encourages questions: Is there a reading of the Will? What about personal items? Does the Executor get paid? What about estate bills and creditors? We will provide the answers. If registering as a couple, please only add one person to your cart. The name of your partner will be asked during the checkout process.

You've attended a funeral before and have likely left with thoughts about planning for your own farewell. What would you want? What would you not want? How do you make sure these wishes are carried out? Come join us for lunch and learn at a local funeral home to ask questions, get answers, and uncover the benefits of getting a plan together in advance. Soup, sandwiches, salad, and dessert served.