Join us for lots of hands-on learning as we focus on social skills, language and music, as well as beginning concepts. Parents will separate for discussion covering topics geared for this age range. Important Note: Please register one child at a time. If you have more than one child attending, please register them separately. Attending parent's name will be asked during the registration process. All students attending ECFE are required to complete the Online Enrollment Process through Infinite Campus. Please follow the steps outlined in this document (OLR Registration Directions) to complete this process. If you have any questions, please contact Julie Krumrei at 845-5060 Ext. 1

Emergency Outfitters First Aid and Safety Trained (FAST) Kids is a course for 7-10 year old students. Lessons cover basic first aid, water safety, vehicle safety, home emergencies, injury prevention, personal safety and healthy living. This course helps prepare children for staying at home alone. Students will receive a book, handouts and a home first aid kit as part of the class. Please bring a writing utensil, snacks and beverage(s). Food will not be provided. Parents - please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the end of class to pick up your child.

Megan Gaebel Join us for a fun-filled fall art class! We'll paint a beautiful pumpkin on canvas and create a colorful autumn tree using Q-tip painting to make vibrant leaves. This hands-on class encourages creativity, builds confidence, and gives every artist two festive projects to proudly display or share with family and friends.

Tess Georgakopoulos Busy night? Skip the takeout—make pizza your easiest meal of the week. In this hands-on class, with step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to prepare and freeze homemade pizzas for quick, healthy, affordable, stress-free dinners anytime. We’ll make fresh freezer-friendly pizza dough use it to prepare the crusts, and go through the process required for toping freezing, storage, and baking so they bake up perfectly from frozen each and every time. 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 in under an hour from start to finish. With make-ahead tips, and ready-to-go ingredient ideas, you’ll leave with practical ways to save time and money, eat healthier, and always have a delicious meal within reach. As always recipes 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 access the 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 and preparation. The Instructor’s Personal Recipes from this class will be included in a professionally made PDF packet 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 of her 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 living full-time in the same home ONLY. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, each household must register separately even if participating together.

Hannah Carlson Girls come to engage in non-contact, continuous action flag- football, while learning lessons based on teamwork. This course will teach the rules and skills needed to know how to join our MN Vikings Flag Football girls team for grades 10-12. T-shirts will be ordered after the first session.

Get Outdoors MN Join us for a unique and exhilarating experience under the stars! We will go on 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. Enjoy a s'more smorgasbord around the campfire as you listen to the sounds of the night. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

LeeAnne Krusemark; Krusemark, Grinnell & Associates Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start up workshop you will ever find. You will discover: * more than 250 legitimate home business ideas * mandatory legal documentation * many ways to market your product/service * how to take tax deductions (this workshop included!) Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Albany Area Community Education is proud to offer the National Archery in the Schools Program. Both new and returning archery (District 745 only) students are welcome! Our trained instructors will focus on teaching proper skills and safety for the sport of archery. All necessary equipment for participation is provided. Only NASP approved equipment is permitted to be used in practice or at tournaments (personal Genesis Bows will be allowed but must be approved by coaching staff prior to use). Practices will be held on Sunday evenings in the BECC. Additional practices may be added, depending on gym and coach availability. New archery team members will be required to do safety training the first evening of class. (NEW this year-4/5th grade archers only eligible to compete in the local I-94 league tournaments- (not NASP state tournament). First 3 Practices: Separated by Beginners or Returning Sun Dec 6, 13, 20 Beginners (First Time in NASP or first time was this past summer): 5:00-6:00 pm Returning (In NASP Last Season): 6:00-7:00 pm Remaining Practices: Choose Your Time Preference Sun Jan 3-Mar 28 (No Class 12/27, 1/24, 3/7, or 3/21- Practices subject to change without reimbursement) The last practice will be the banquet which is included in this cost. Session 1: 5:00-6:00 pm OR Session 2: 6:00-7:00 pm You will select your preference for practice time in Arux upon registration. We will do our best to accommodate your preference. Please be checking your emails as we send out lots of updates in this program. Archery is coached by volunteer coaches that have gone through training and background checks. We could not do this program without their commitment, so please make sure to thank them and be respectful of their time. Parents are asked to be quiet during practices and to keep other children at home if possible. No food or drink should be brought into the BECC. Tournaments will be held on Saturdays at the below locations. Everyone will be registered for the Albany Huskie Archery Tournament on February 20, 2027, but we ask that you still register for FREE in Arux so we know you plan on attending. All other tournament registrations are optional and will be an additional fee of $12 per tournament. Tournament registration and deadlines to register will be shared as they are made available. Parents will be responsible for transporting their students to/from the tournaments. Team members participating in tournaments will be assigned a one-hour flight slot and they will be free to leave after their flight. You must participate in 2 tournaments in order to be eligible at the state tournament. You don't need to qualify for state to compete, if you want to go, you can sign up. Tentative Regional Tournaments: Melrose Invite - January 23, 2027 Sauk Centre Invite - February 13, 2027 Albany Invite - February 20, 2027 Brandon/Evansville- February 27, 2027 Alexandria Invite - March 6, 2027 Osakis - tbd (not sure if they are doing one this year or not) State Tournament ($37 Fee) - Rochester March 19/20

Aaron Schwenzfeier, Strength & Conditioning Coach Huskie Sports Performance-Fundamentals introduces athletes to developmentally appropriate training with the most up to date training methods for middle school age students. Consistent time and effort spent training in the program will translate into improved performance in any athlete’s respective sport. Monthly sessions will be held from 7:15-8:00 am in the MSHS Weight Room. (meets 6 times per month, NOT every T/TH)

INSPIRE IGNITE INCLUDE: We are excited to offer a new program called Inspire Ignite Include, which provides opportunities for adults with disabilities to build community connections, grow socially and personally through activities like enrichment classes, volunteering, field trips, crafts, social events, sports, and movies. Inspire Ignite Include is a collaborative effort with Albany Area Community Education and Paynesville Area Community Education. It's time to get crafty! Join us for a few fun hours of crafting and socializing. Each session offers at least two different projects designed to get your creative juices flowing. You'll leave with your handmade creations and a fantastic sense of accomplishment.

Craig Coffman, Chords are Key Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar 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. Since this class is being held online via Zoom, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all. And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included along with a recording of the class. A Zoom link will be sent prior to the class. Class topics include: How chords work in a song How to form the three main types of chords How to tune your guitar Basic strumming patterns How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) How to play along with simple tunes

Craig Coffman, Chords are Key In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do -- using chords. Since this class is being held online via Zoom, you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all. And since this course includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included along with a recording of the class. The course is part lecture/demonstration and part hands-on instruction. A Zoom link will be sent prior to the class. Class topics include: How chords work in a song How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it How to form the three main types of chords How to handle different keys and time signatures How to avoid “counting” How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords

Craig Coffman, Chords are Key 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 this. 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 access to optional live periodic question and answer sessions at no additional cost. Class is partly hands on and partly lecture/demonstration.

Nikki Myogeto, Albany Area Schools Teacher Come join the fun and learn the strategic game of cribbage! Students will practice their mental math, observe and continue patterns, solve basic functions, witness probability concepts, and relate sets and combinations. The final class will be a tournament to see who has the most skill and luck. Note: For those who already know how to play cribbage, look for Cribbage Club this winter. Note: For those who already know how to play cribbage, look for Cribbage Club this winter.

Albany Dance Team Coaches & Athletes You are invited to dance with the Albany Huskies Dance Team! We will learn skills that the Huskies use during winter season, play fun dance activities, as well as learn and perform a routine at the halftime of the Varsity Football Game. A meal will be provided and pom poms for you to keep! Please register before Sept 18 at 12 pm to guarantee a t-shirt and pom poms.