Spring really isn’t that far away. Discover how small changes in landscaping can make a bigimpact on water quality, native habitat, and pollinator health. This class will look into ways torestore shorelines, create pollinator-friendly lawns, and utilize rain gardens to filter runoff whilesupporting wildlife. Whether you’re looking to replace traditional turf with native plants,improve shoreline resilience, or attract beneficial insects, this session will present someenvironmentally friendly alternatives.

Dungeons and Dragons, a timeless game of fantastical elements such as magic, mythical creatures, and fairies, offers great opportunities to develop problem-solving skills, team-building abilities, and creative thinking that cannot be replicated elsewhere! Start by learning its basics, creating your character, and embarking on an amazing roleplaying game. If you do not receive your Zoom link at least 5 days before class, please email virtual@techacademycamps.com. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class.

In our Fall Art class, budding artists will celebrate the vibrant colors and cozy atmosphere of the fall season. Students will make fall-themed projects that celebrate the beauty of fall in Minnesota.

While fall is often overlooked as a planting season, it is actually one of the best times to add new native perennials to your landscape. Garden centers frequently offer great end-of-season deals, and the cooler temperatures combined with fall rains create ideal conditions for strong root growth. Planting in the fall gives perennials time to establish before winter, setting them up for a healthy and vibrant start the following spring.

How does your septic system really work, and what can you do as a homeowner to protect this important investment? Participants will learn simple steps that can help extend the life of a septic system, improve efficiency, and reduce the risk of costly repairs. Whether you are a new homeowner or have had a system for years, this session will provide valuable information to help keep your septic system working properly for the long term.

Take your business to new heights with our fast-paced, comprehensive session designed to equip businessowners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals with the essential skills and strategies needed toleverage social media for business success. Learn how to effectively reach your target audience, increasebrand awareness, and drive engagement across major social media platforms.

The word “Mezze” refers to what we all know as finger foods and dips. Many Mediterranean meals consist of a variety of“mezze” items that come together creating the most wonderful flavors, tastes and textures. Learn how to bring warmth, color,and the flavors of the Mediterranean to your fall and winter gatherings with this festive Mediterranean mezze cook-along classwhere Chef Tess (a descendant of Spartans) will guide you through creating a stunning mezze-style charcuterie board,perfect for sharing or seasonal entertaining any time of year.The mezze-style charcuterie board will include four delicious scratch-made dips, warm-spiced, bright Greek meatballs, andhandmade pita bread. Mezze boards / platters will be rounded out with an array of fresh and pickled vegetables, olives, fruitand nuts for a vibrant crowd—pleasing spread! The board, platter, or table becomes the canvas upon which we create anedible work of art!Cook-Along mezze items: Silky whipped feta & tzatziki dips, Greek Meatballs, homemade pita breadMezze items to be demonstrated: Muhamarra (a smoky red pepper dip), Greek hummus and time permitting, some crispy,Greek sesame bread sticks. The demonstration will also include how to build the board balancing the colors, textures andflavors, and how to build interest and visual appeal with using height and practical items found in every kitchen.This experience is all about bold delicious flavors, beautiful presentations, and the joy of gathering around food—Mediterranean style.Equipment: A food processor or blender is needed for the creation of the Whipped feta. Stand mixerrecommended for the pita bread.While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. Make it a date night or family night as you createlasting memories in your kitchen!This class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class priorto it starting.A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and preparation.The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDF packet to be received byparticipants after the class.NOTE: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class.As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cookingclasses. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time inthe same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extendedfamily members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even ifparticipating together.

Is your tiny dancer already twirling her way through your home? This class for ages 3.5 to 8 will offer her a chance to refine her dancing, express herself through movement, and meet friends who love the same thing she does! This class includes beginner ballet movements, overall body strengthening, clean music, original choreography, an enthusiastic teacher, and a performance for mom and dad on the last day!

Busy night? Skip the takeout—make pizza your easiest meal of the week. In this hands-on class, with step-by-stepguidance, you’ll learn how to prepare and freeze homemade pizzas for quick, healthy, affordable, stress-freedinners anytime. We’ll make fresh freezer-friendly pizza dough use it to prepare the crusts, and go through theprocess required for toping freezing, storage, and baking so they bake up perfectly from frozen each and everytime. Important pro-tips for freezer friendly dough and toppings will also be shared.You’ll also learn how to prepare a fast no-knead pizza—an easy mix-and-bake method that comes together inunder an hour from start to finish. With make-ahead tips, and ready-to-go ingredient ideas, you’ll leave withpractical ways to save time and money, eat healthier, and always have a delicious meal within reach. As alwaysrecipes used are Chef Tess originals intended to make the experience simple and flavorful each and every time.Equipment Needs: Stand mixer, and 12-inch disposable aluminum pizza pans.While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional.This class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to accessthe class prior to it starting.A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping andpreparation. The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDFpacket to be received by participants after the class.NOTE: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class.As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants ofher cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members livingfull-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adultchildren, or extended family members are gathering

Join us for a unique and exhilarating experience under the stars! Join us for a guided nighttime hike that will take you on a journey through the wonders of the dark. All hikes are guided, and glow sticks are provided to create a magical atmosphere. What's a nighttime adventure without a delicious treat? Enjoy a s'more smorgasbord around the campfire as you listen to the sounds of the night. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Parents, enjoy a FULL day to yourselves while your child has fun in the great outdoors! Our licensed staff will facilitate learning experiences using the play-based learning approach. Park Play camps are committed to offering the balance of self-directed and self-driven learning through inquiry, play, and freedoms to design and create. Campers can expect to engage in healthy risk-taking, "soft"/"essential"/"life" (i.e. the interpersonal attributes of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creation).Child must be toilet trained.

Fall is synonymous with Pumpkins, with Spice, harvest, and ghoulish family fun. In this interactive, real-time cook-along participants will create a playful and delicious Halloween-themed meal from scratch using the instructor’s personal recipes.We’ll start by preparing a savory seasoned meat filling, then use it to stuff and shape puff pastry into fun,ghoulish “coils” (intestines) before baking to golden perfection. To complete the experience, you’ll make acranberry-based dipping sauce for a spooky (and tasty) finishing touch.For something sweet, participants will bake pumpkin-pumpkin-spice chocolate chip muffins—a cozy fall favorite that perfectly balances the savory side of the menu. Perfect for a night full of fun costume parties, trick-or-treating or get-togethers! While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional.This class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to accessthe class prior to it starting.A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping andpreparation. The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDFpacket to be received by participants after the class.NOTE: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class.As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants ofher cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members livingfull-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adultchildren, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must registerSEPARATELY even if participating together.

Google Sheets is a free, cloud-based spreadsheet tool used by professionals and organizations worldwide tomanage data, track finances, and stay organized. In this hands-on class, you will learn to build and formatspreadsheets, write formulas, and create databases that make your information clear and easy tounderstand. Whether you want to advance your career, manage your household budget, or bring new skillsto your workplace or volunteer work, Google Sheets is a valuable tool that will serve you for years to come.No prior experience is needed, just bring your enthusiasm and leave with skills you can put to work rightaway!

Is learning to play the guitar, bass guitar, mandolin or banjo on your bucket list? This is your chance without making a big investment. Learn from the comfort of your home. The lessons are a virtual Zoom group lesson.The registration covers 3, 30 minute intro sessions for $21. Lessons will be scheduled with the instructor upon registration. Please note the lessons are offered currently either Wednesday 5:30 or Thursday 5:30. Usually guitars are available upon request, but please check for availability before hand.Students are limited to one set of three intro lessons. Lessons after the first set of three will continue with the instructor for scheduling. Depending on the students’ musical experience, an introductory orientation either in person or through Zoom is suggested. If utilized this is not tallied as a lesson.

Discover the joy of making fresh, handcrafted tortellini from start to finish! Join Chef Tess in one of her newesthands-on cook-along experiences where you will learn how to make delicate pasta dough from scratch, then roll,fill and shape your own tortellini with scratch made fillings. We’ll begin by preparing a rich, creamy three-cheesefilling which becomes the foundation for two delicious variations: a savory mushroom and 3-cheese fillingbursting with umami (with the option to substitute spinach for the mushrooms), and a hearty Italian sausage and3-cheese filling for those who prefer a more robust option. Chef Tess will guide you through the process ofstuffing and shaping the tortellini step-by-step then cooking them to perfection with a velvety scratch-madecream sauce for a truly authentic experience. Regardless of your culinary background, this class will empoweryou with the artistry and assurance to create exquisite, homemade tortellini that delight every time.Equipment Needs: An inexpensive pasta roller is highly recommended but not required. A stand-mixer for thedough, and a food processor for the meat filling are also recommended but not required. More info will beprovided in the ingredient list packet.While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional.This class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to accessthe class prior to it starting.A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping andpreparation. The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDFpacket to be received by participants after the class.NOTE: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class.As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants ofher cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members livingfull-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adultchildren, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must registerSEPARATELY even if participating together.

Join us for our Holiday Art and Crafts, a festive and imaginative program where students create holiday themed arts and crafts using various mediums. This class is sure to get students into the Holiday Spirit!

Step into a sweet winter wonderland in this joyful holiday cookie workshop. Back by popular demand is Tess’Holiday Cookie Bake & Decorate class, where participants learn the foundations of decorating cookies with RoyalIcing—now paired with a bakery-style favorite called Black-and-White Cookies—half-way between a cake and acookie, and covered with glossy chocolate and vanilla ganache-style icing on top. If you’re looking to start a newholiday tradition and add a truly special cookie to your repertoire, this festive family-friendly class is for you.Gather your family for a fun baking experience or enjoy a little creative time for yourself.Participants will bake their own sugar cookies ahead of time so they are ready to decorate at the start of class. A PDF with two of the instructor’s personal sugar cookie recipes—one soft and chewy, one crisp—along with a fulllist of ingredients and supplies for Royal Icing will be provided roughly 5 days before class to allow time forshopping and baking. Choose to bake one or the other or both using cookie festive cutters of choice. The packetwill also include supplies needed to create the bakery-style Black & White cookies that we will be bakingtogether during classTogether we will bake the gourmet Black & White cookies, create Royal Icing with the proper consistency, andlearn the foundations of decorating with it on our pre-made sugar cookies. No fancy equipment needed.While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. Make it a date night or family nightas you create lasting memories in your kitchen!This class will take place on Zoom, free online software. Participants will receive instructions on how to accessthe class prior to it starting.A list of ingredients and class details will be received in advance of the class with enough time for shopping andpreparation. The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDFpacket to be received by participants after the class.NOTE: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class.As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants ofher cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!Note: One registration fee for this online virtual interactive class can include immediate family members livingfull-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adultchildren, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must registerSEPARATELY even if participating together.

Yoga Sculpt combines the transformative elements of traditional yoga by adding in strength endurance training and cardiovascular exercise to give you an intense and incredibly rewarding experience. This class is designed to target and tone all major muscle groups and improve your aerobic endurance by moving quickly from one exercise to the next with little breaks in between. Challenge yourself physically and mentally as you gain muscle and release toxins with this high energy practice. Classes are heated to 95 degrees using infrared heat.

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the ukulele to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online recorded follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional live periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. Ages 13+.