Grades 7-12Instructor: Martin Biondo Challenge your friends and peers as you play your favorite table top games as well as learn a variety of new ones all with a chance to compete in competitions. This activity is open to all students in grades 7-12 and meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month after school in the High School Art Room. Games available include: Magic: The Gathering, RISK, Space Hulk, Dungeons And Dragons, Chess, Uno, Catan and much more! Students are welcome to bring in their favorite games as well for the group to learn as well as an after school snack and beverage. Participation in competitions is optional but requires a $10 fee before competing, which helps fund prizes. Registration is ongoing throughout the school year, so students can join at any time. Don't miss out on the fun and camaraderie of tabletop gaming!

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, being tech-savvy is no longer optional—it's essential. This class is designed to equip you with the critical tech skills needed for everyday life. Expand your practical knowledge and confidence to navigate the digital landscape with ease. Equipment Needed: Access to a computer with internet (or smartphone). Classes are taught live online via Zoom. Note: If a student is unable to attend the live online training time, they can still register and watch the recording of the training at their convenience. Follow-up support is also included from the instructor and students are encouraged to reach out with questions at any time before or after the class has concluded. No password is required. socialclubsimple@gmail.com

Ages 1-2.5 with an adult Your little one is discovering the world at lightning speed! This class is designed for toddlers who are actively exploring their environment and rapidly developing in areas like motor skills, language, social-emotional awareness, and cognitive growth. Together, you and your child will enjoy engaging activities that spark curiosity—along with fun songs, rhymes, and playtime designed to support their development. It’s also a chance for you to slow down and connect with your child during these precious (and sometimes challenging!) early years. Midway through class, parents will join a guided discussion led by our parent educator—offering a supportive space to share, ask questions, and connect with others navigating the joys and ups and downs of toddlerhood. Join us for learning, laughter, and connection—for both you and your busy little explorer! Non-Separating Class: Midway through class parents will participate in parent discussion in the same classroom as the children continue to play and explore with the paraprofessional. Optional childcare available for ages 0-1 and 2.5-PreK.

This workshop is designed for marketers who are familiar with ChatGPT and want to learn how to effectively leverage its capabilities for marketing success. In this fast-paced, practical session, you'll discover the potential of ChatGPT and gain hands-on experience crafting effective prompts to generate compelling marketing content. We'll cover key prompting techniques and explore real-world examples across various marketing applications. Leave this session with actionable strategies and a toolkit of prompts you can immediately implement to enhance your marketing efforts. Equipment Needed: Access to a computer with internet. Classes are taught live online via Zoom. Note: If a student is unable to attend the live online training time, they can still register and watch the recording of the training at their convenience. Follow-up support is also included from the instructor and students are encouraged to reach out with questions at any time before or after the class has concluded. No password is required. socialclubsimple@gmail.com

Grades 2-5 Design, develop, and create 3D Virtual Reality environments and characters to make your own 3D games and other virtual reality projects with CoSpaces! CoSpaces is an incredibly fun and stimulating way to learn STEM! VR programs can be viewed on most mobile phones and VR Systems like Oculus or Google Cardboard. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirement: CoSpaces Edu (login information is provided during class) To view VR, you must have VR glasses or system. However, the worlds can be viewed on normal PC/Phones/Tablets in 3D.

Grades K-6Join us in the gym for some volleyball fun this fall! You will have the opportunity to learn and practice volleyball fundamentals and techniques, play competitively, and do some team building, all while focusing on our core values of accountability, excellence, family, gratitude, and joy. Our coaches, former players, and current HS players have a lot of fun activities planned, and would love to see you on the court. Wear comfortable clothes and appropriate athletic shoes. The fee includes a FREE entry for the participant and their parents to our 2025 Youth Night on September 16.

The Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Class (WSI) will certify you to teach all levels of Red Cross Swimming lessons to children, adults and individuals with special needs. This 30-hour course will consist of both pool and classroom time. Through video and hands-on skill building, in and out of the water, the Water Safety Instructor course is designed to train instructors to use a variety of teaching strategies, including: class management techniques, lesson planning and execution, observation and assessment, and new tools to be a great instructor. Coursework must be downloaded and viewable on a technology device, brought to class. Additional coursework completed outside of the scheduled sessions will also be required. Participants must be 15 years of age by the final day of the course. A preliminary swimming skills pretest is also required. Please bring a suit, goggles and towel. Minimum 6 students required.Swim Skills Pretest Includes: 25 yards each of: Backstroke, Breaststroke, Freestyle, Elementary Backstroke and Sidestroke 15 yards of Butterfly 1 min. tread water AND 1 min. back floatCourse Dates & Times: PLEASE NOTE- THESE DATES MAY BE CHANGING. VIRTUAL DAY: FRIDAY, April 18 from 8:00 am-1:00 pm virtual and 1-5 pm on your own (Done virtually via a Google classroom) Remainder of day (1 until 5 pm will be done on student's own time or those hours will be completed prior to next session date.) IN-PERSON: Saturday, April 19 from 8:00 am-5:00 pm IN-PERSON: Sunday, April 27 from 8:00 am-5:00 pm Course Location: DCHS Pool and Community Room (Enter east Performing Arts Center Doors)Fee: $275 Cancelation/Refund Deadline: March 31*If you are interested in working/teaching lessons for the Dassel-Cokato High School pool we will offset training costs in return for making a commitment to working for us. Call 320-286-4120 for more details.

Irving Berlin’s classic is the must-see holiday event of the season on the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres’ Main Stage! White Christmas revolves around two buddies, Bob Wallace and Phil Davis. After World War II, they become a popular song-and-dance duo and they decide to help their former commanding general by putting on a show at his struggling Vermont inn. Along the way, they meet two talented sisters, Betty and Judy Haynes, and love blossoms during the holiday season. White Christmas is a festive celebration of romance, friendship and the magic of Christmas. This musical has a dazzling score brimming with iconic standards like “Blue Skies,” “I Love a Piano,” and the unforgettable title song “White Christmas.” Overflowing with joy, this production is a heartwarming celebration of music, love, and the magic of the holiday season. This trip includes motor coach transportation, a ticket to the show, and lunch (drinks included are water, coffee, & milk). Gratuity is included for the meal. Gratuity is not included for any additional purchases. Registration deadline: November 14No refunds after this date. Times are approximate and subject to change.

We’ll begin with an included buffet lunch at the Coyote Moon Grille and then head for the St. Cloud Paramount Theatre for Willie & Family Live: a heartfelt homage to the legendary outlaw of country music - Willie Nelson. Michael Moore, born and raised in McKinney, Texas, brings the soulful twang of Willie Nelson to life through his exceptional talent. From the upbeat rhythm of “Whiskey River” to the classic tales of “Good Hearted Woman” and “Mamas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys,” this shows captures the essence of Willie’s timeless contributions to the genre.

Step into a sweet winter wonderland in this joyful holiday cookie workshop cook-along experience led by instructor Tess. Learn to create FOUR amazing gourmet cookies from scratch using two types of dough using Tess’ original recipes. Only requirement is being able to keep the recipes secret! First up, MONSTER COOKIE DOUGH will be used to craft two DIFFERENT types of Monster Cookies, one of which actually looks like the beloved Cookie Monster, and the other is more of a classic albeit moist, delicious, and decadent. They are MASSIVE, colorful, chewy, and loaded with festive mix-ins that are as fun to make, as they are to eat. Next, an out of this world dough will be created using a recipe Tess has never shared before that uses very unconventional mixing techniques. The dough will be used to create the ultimate bakery, NYC-Style stuffed cookies filled with dreamy indulgent centers like cheesecake, and fudgy brownie. Cookies will then be created, once again, using unconventional shaping and baking techniques! Tess will also demonstrate how to stuff cookies with the Viral Dubai Chocolate, and how to create her version of a most delicious Apple Crumble Stuffed NYC—style cookie. A step-by-step guided bake-along experience designed for cookie lovers of all ages full of holiday cheer and endless memories! Equipment: Stand mixer is required. Hand mixers do not have enough power to mix the dough. 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.

Whether you’ve been in wrestling before or not, this is a great opportunity for boys and girls to learn! Charging Dragon wrestling techniques, skills, drills and games will be emphasized. Parent/Wrestler meeting will be on Monday, Nov. 18 at 7:00 PM, ENTER PAC Door. Registrations are highly encouraged prior to the meeting. Practices are offered once a week for younger wrestlers and twice a week for those in grades 3-6. Those 3rd-6th grade wrestlers will have some joint practices with Litchfield as well as compete together as a dual DC/L team. The practice location does vary between DC or Litchfield and parents are required to transport them to each site. To be a part of this dual meet team participants are expected to practice together and travel to both practice locations. Season #2 will be offered for those advanced wrestlers who wish to continue practicing and competing into February and March with combined practices held at both DC and Litchfield. Wrestlers will also have the chance to compete in individual tournaments over the course of both seasons #1 and #2.

Grades 3-7 You Tube Video Production: Shorts & Reels Gr 3 - 7 (Live Online Class) Learn the art of producing video shorts for TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Students will learn to edit videos, add motion graphics, and special effects while practicing storytelling and film production techniques. Home Technical Requirements: Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones typically DO NOT Work. Internet: Broadband internet Webcam, Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Additional Technical Requirements: Cell phone, video camera or external webcam Wondershare Filmora (download instructions and sign-up information is provided before class)

Warm, delicious, soothing, satisfying soups are such a welcome treat for dinner any time of year. All the stresses of the day seem to melt away with the smell of freshly made soup that brings smiles to the entire family. Have some fun participating in this virtual COOK-ALONG class; expand your family’s soup rotation and your culinary repertoire as you learn to create two wonderful soups in addition to homemade Baguette! Choose one soup for your cook-along, and watch a demonstration of the other or choose to make both! It’s up to you! Both will pair perfectly serves with the amazing homemade Baguettes we will be making from scratch! You will feel so accomplished! NO INSTANT POT®? NO PROBLEM! 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.