Willmar Community Education

Join us for a fun-filled day at Luce Line Orchard! Kids will love the Little Tot Zip Line, SunFlower City, 30-acre corn maze, Corn Tent, Hay Mountains, and swings. Feed and interact with our friendly farm animals, and explore our educational nature walking trail, where you can learn about Minnesota’s birds and wildlife while enjoying a flower-lined path. Perfect for school groups, families, and anyone looking to experience the beauty and excitement of our orchard! (Parents must attend with students PreK-5th grade)

Join us on a coach bus trip to the Ordway Theater in Saint Paul for an exciting and educational show about the wolves of Yellowstone! National Geographic Live brings behind-the-scenes stories and unforgettable imagery from world-renowned photographers, scientists, filmmakers, and adventurers- live on stage. In Wild Wolves of Yellowstone, witness the beauty and wonder of Yellowstone National Park with wildlife biologist Doug Smith. Yellowstone National Park’s two million acres of wilderness contain many stories, including one of the best case studies in wildlife conservation. Doug Smith led the project that reintroduced gray wolves to Yellowstone in the 1990s. Go behind the scenes—including never-before-seen photos and videos—of the quest to bring wolves back and the incredible changes that happened after they arrived. About Doug Smith: Doug Smith served as a wildlife biologist at Yellowstone National Park for nearly three decades and studied everything from beavers to birds. Most importantly, he led the Yellowstone Wolf Project, which reintroduced gray wolves to the park. He’s written numerous scientific publications and has been featured in four National Geographic television specials. He has also written and edited several books about the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, including the 2023 book: Yellowstone’s Birds: Diversity and Abundance in the World’s First National Park. ***All children must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult family member or guardian; no more than two children per adult.***

Does your child have a passion for cooking? Are they ready to experience new foods and expand their little palettes? Our students will be engaged while discovering how to prepare delicious international and American dishes safely and skillfully. Our mini chefs will enjoy exploring diverse recipes from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North and South America, while learning food prep tips and tricks they can use throughout their life. During our sessions, your child will play kids' games from other countries, learn food terms from around the world, and receive simple recipes they can use at home. This course is tailored for younger students and focuses on microwave cooking. Recipes include Italian Lasagna, Ghanaian Fufu Dumplings, Japanese Rice Balls (Onigiri), Mexican Quesadilla and Salsa, American Mug Cake, Chinese Chaofan, and French Fondue. ***Please Note Student Food Sensitivities***

Have you ever wanted to play the nationally-known game Dungeons and Dragons? Stretch your imagination telling stories with your friends, and build useful creative skills? What about playing the game they do in Stranger Things? Well this is your chance! In this class, we'll be exploring collaborative storytelling through Dungeons and Dragons. Along the way, we'll develop social and emotional skills that will serve us well outside of the RPG.

Unleash Your Creativity with Sewing! Join this exciting Sewing class to design and create unique projects. Beginner or experienced, you'll develop essential sewing skills and unleash your imagination. No experience or special materials needed, we’ll provide everything. Discover various techniques, stitches, and decorative embellishments. Craft stylish garments, accessories, and home decor items. Combine learning with fun and become a sewing enthusiast. Enroll now and explore the exciting possibilities of this timeless craft. Get ready to stitch, create, and unlock endless creativity!

Join us this fall for an exciting journey into the world of robotics! Our course is designed specifically for middle school students who are curious about technology, engineering, and building things that move. Activities and Learning: -Hands-on Robot Building: Learn how to build your own robots using Edison Robotics. From basic structures to advanced mechanisms, discover the principles of engineering and design. -Programming Skills: Dive into the fundamentals of programming and learn how to control your robots using simple coding languages. Understand how commands translate into actions, and unleash your creativity through programming challenges. -Problem Solving Challenges: Work in teams to solve real-world problems using your newly acquired robotics skills. Tackle challenges that require innovation, collaboration, and critical thinking.

Build a computer bot to play head-to-head against other coders! Whether this is your first Code Championship event or if you've been competing for years, this is the perfect way to explore the competitive coding world of Code Championship. No previous coding experience necessary. This Code Championship Series is a series of four tournaments in four weeks (it's ok to miss one or two). These tournaments are hosted online using Google Meet and the Code Championship website. If you have a browser like Chrome or Firefox, no additional download is required. Please come knowing how to navigate the internet with basic typing and mouse control skills. The link to the Google Meet event will be emailed two days before the tournament.

Calling all young bakers! Get ready for a hauntingly fun adventure in our Spook-tacular Cake Pop Making Class. Kids will learn the art of creating delicious cake pops in whimsical ghostly designs, perfect for the spooky season. In this exciting class, your child will: Master the basics: Learn to combine just the right amount of cake crumbs and buttercream icing to form the perfect cake pop. Get creative: Design and decorate cake pops with fun, spooky themes using candy melts and a variety of edible decorations. Learn valuable skills: Read recipes, follow directions, and practice kitchen safety with the guidance of our friendly instructors. By the end of the class, your child will proudly bring home their own beautifully decorated, spooky cake pops to share with family and friends. It’s a deliciously creative way to celebrate the season! Highlights of the Class: Hands-on cake pop making and decorating Fun and engaging spooky-themed designs Essential baking skills and kitchen safety tips Take-home spooky cake pops to delight your loved ones Perfect for: Kids who love baking and decorating Parents looking for a fun and educational activity for their children Youngsters eager to celebrate the spooky season with creative flair Sign up today and let your child's imagination and baking skills run wild in this spooky and sweet adventure!

Come and experience Minnesota's premier reptile zoo. Marvel at the amazing creatures of the reptile and amphibian world including snakes, lizards, crocodilians, toads, frogs and salamanders. RAD Zoo is home to over 150 kinds of animals from all over the world, and is dedicated to connecting people with nature by providing a fun, safe, and educational wildlife experience. Coming to Willmar!

Embark on an unforgettable field trip to Nickelodeon Universe and FlyOver America! At Nickelodeon Universe, the nation's first indoor Nickelodeon theme park, enjoy seven acres of unique attractions, thrilling rides, character meet-and-greets, and diverse dining and shopping options. Then, experience FlyOver America, a breathtaking flight simulation ride that takes you on an aerial tour of iconic U.S. landmarks with immersive effects like wind, mist, and scents. In honor of the Holiday season, we will be following Santa's Sleigh on a magical journey to the North Pole. Perfect for all ages, this adventure promises fun and excitement for everyone!

Join Our Festive Winter Wonderland Cookie Decorating Class! Celebrate the holiday season with friends and family by creating beautifully decorated winter-themed cookies. In this exciting class, you'll have the chance to unleash your creativity using fondant, frosting, and an array of decorative tools. But that's not all! While your cookies are drying, we'll engage in fun, interactive, and stimulating activities that will keep your holiday spirits high. Whether you're a budding artist or a cookie enthusiast, this class offers something for everyone. At the end of the session, you'll take home your delicious, artfully decorated cookies to share with loved ones. Don't miss out on this sweet and festive experience. Sign up today and make this winter holiday season truly magical! What You'll Get: Hands-on cookie decorating using fondant and frosting Creative and engaging activities while cookies dry A box of your beautifully decorated cookies to take home A fun and festive environment to celebrate the holidays with friends Perfect for: Kids and teens who love to be creative Families looking for a fun holiday activity Anyone who enjoys baking and decorating Sign up now and let your creativity shine this holiday season!