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  • Waitlist

    55+ Driver Discount Program

    This course is not full; registration is open and must be completed with MN Highway Safety & Research Center online or by phone. Visit https://www.driverdiscountprogram.com to register online or call weekdays from 9 AM-3 PM at 320-308-1400 or toll free 888-234-1294. Willmar Community Education is not taking registrations for this course. The Driver Discount Program is a state approved accident prevention/insurance discount course that is open to the public; pre-registration is required. A MN Highway Safety & Research Center certified instructor teaches this class. Participants will be provided the latest information in regards to driver and traffic safety, new vehicle technology and updates with traffic laws. People ages 55 and older who complete the course qualify for an appropriate 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums for three years. First time participants must complete the initial 8 hours of training and a 4 hour refresher class every three years to maintain the 10% discount.
    Thu, May 9
    12:30 - 4:30 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
    Wed, Jun 12
    12:30 - 4:30 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
    Thu, Jun 13 - Jun 20
    5:00 - 9:00 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
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  • Bird Watching: Skilled or New it’s Still for YOU!

    Join over 90 million US residents in the fun. This class will embrace every learning level and individual need. Bring your questions about: optics, apps, feed, books, bird houses, IDs, feeders, on-line resources, and more. The birding community is very welcoming (they even let our instructor in). Come join us! The instructor has donated his time to lead this class to keep participation accessible for all. We request that you please make a donation to support one of these local organizations: Hawk Creek Animal Shelter, Kandiyohi County Food Shelf, or the United Way of West Central Minnesota. Food or item donations may be brought along to class if we can assist with the delivery.
    Tue, Jun 18
    5:30 - 7:00 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
    Min Age
    6 yr.
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    Bounce Back Project Book Club

    The Bounce Back Project is focused on promoting health and resiliency. Our book reads allow us to share laughter and perspectives with one another as we learn to better understand ourselves, allow ourselves grace, and develop the courage to be who we are. April 29 A Path Appears: Transforming Lives, Creating Opportunity by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn June 17 Hidden Potential by Adam Grant August 19 In the Night of Memory byLinda LeGarde Grover Books in various formats may be requested through the Pioneerland Public Library System online at https://www.pioneerland.lib.mn.us/ or by visiting your local library. Learn more about the Bounce Back Project™ HERE and connect with the Willmar group HERE.
    Mon, Apr 29
    6:15 - 7:30 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
    Mon, Jun 17
    6:15 - 7:30 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
    Mon, Aug 19
    6:15 - 7:30 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
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    CPR

    If you are looking to learn or recertify in CPR, use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and help someone who is choking, then this hands-on class is for you. Upon successful course completion, students will be certified through the American Heart Association in adult/child and infant CPR. Don't wait! Learning CPR today could save a life tomorrow!
    Thu, May 2
    6:15 - 9:15 PM
    Middle School
    Tue, Jun 11
    6:15 - 9:15 PM
    Middle School
    Tue, Jul 2
    6:15 - 9:15 PM
    Middle School
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  • Canva for Awesome Beginners

    Canva is the perfect digital tool for beginners and novices! Open up a world of possibilities by learning how to use the easiest design website available all for free. In this class you will learn how to create designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. From online documents, business cards, email signatures and more, you'll leave this class with a practical guide to use Canva with confidence! This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.
    Thu, Jun 13
    12:00 - 1:00 PM
    Online
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  • Cell Phones & Parenting- Oh My!

    When your child has a smartphone there are key things you should know to keep them safe and secure. In this class, you’ll learn recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, parental apps for your child’s smartphone, and more! We simplify this complicated technology so that you and your child can use a phone safely without worry. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.
    Thu, May 23
    12:00 - 1:00 PM
    Online
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    Ceramics at the Kraft Coop

    Exercise your creative brain with some time at the Kraft Koop! Rachel will have a variety of ceramic pieces you may choose from to "paint" with glaze. Your item will then be fired in the kiln and available for you to bring home within a short period of time.
    Fri, Jun 14
    5:30 - 8:00 PM
    Kraft Koop
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    Create Social Media Content Without Panicking

    Are you nervous to begin filming and posting your own social media content? Do you have a business, product or service, but panic at the thought of putting yourself on social media? Well in this beginner class, you’ll learn helpful tips and strategies to create social media content with ease. You’ll never have to worry about freezing up in front of a camera, all thanks to the helpful skills you’ll be taking with you once your class is complete. We’ll walk you through a step-by-step process so that you can get started today! This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.
    Tue, Jun 11
    12:00 - 1:00 PM
    Online
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  • First Aid

    With the basic first aid you learn in this course, you could make a difference in the lives of others! This First Aid course uses Chain of Survival to teach the basics of first aid, including injury prevention and when to get help. Upon successful course completion, participants will receive First Aid certification through the American Heart Association..
    Thu, May 9
    6:15 - 9:15 PM
    Middle School
    Thu, Jun 13
    6:15 - 9:15 PM
    Middle School
    Tue, Jul 9
    6:15 - 9:15 PM
    Middle School
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  • Flower Farm Guided Tour

    Join us for a guided tour of over 2 acres of flower gardens! Please dress appropriately for an outdoor experience and wear shoes comfortable for walking in the gardens. All ages are welcome.
    Fri, Jul 19
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Rustic Designs Flower Farm
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  • Garden Tour and Fresh Flower Class

    Enjoy a guided tour of over 2 acres of flower gardens and then create a beautiful fresh flower arrangement to take home. Please dress appropriately for an outdoor experience and wear shoes comfortable for walking in the gardens. All ages are welcome to join us! Fee includes a guided tour and take-home flower arrangement.
    Thu, Aug 22
    6:30 - 8:30 PM
    Rustic Designs Flower Farm
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  • Google Sheets for Awesome Beginners

    Expand your Google Sheets skills! Whether it’s for work or play, this class will teach you comprehensive skills which will turn you from a Sheets novice into a Sheets expert. You will learn to enter, organize, refine, analyze, and visualize your data using Google Sheets! This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.
    Mon, Jun 3
    12:00 - 1:00 PM
    Online
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    Grow Your Business with Instagram

    What can you do on Instagram that can result in huge growth for your customer base and sales? We’ve got the answers you need in this fun beginner level class to grow your business with Instagram. You’ll learn the key steps needed to improve your company bottom line and gain more followers. Plus, you’ll learn to make your content irresistible and have fun in the process!. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.
    Tue, Jul 16
    12:00 - 1:00 PM
    Online
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  • Home Buyer Education

    Buying a house is a big deal. This workshop provides an overview of the home buying process so you'll be ready for that perfect house. Part 1: class content includes reading and understanding the seller's property disclosures forms, the importance of getting a home inspection, and what questions to ask. Part 2: class content includes navigating the purchase agreement forms so we are comfortable making offers when we sign.
    Thu, Jul 11
    5:45 - 7:00 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
    Thu, Jul 11
    7:00 - 8:15 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
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  • How To Present Social Media Analytics with Ease

    Expand your skills as you learn the basics to discuss social media analytics from Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. This critical skill is a must for anyone of all ages, whether you’re an employee, small business owner, volunteer, etc.! We’ll walk you through a step-by-step process so that you can get started today and confidently present how a post performed on social media. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.
    Thu, May 30
    12:00 - 1:00 PM
    Online
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  • Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

    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 basic chords to get you play along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes an online book, follow-up video lessons, a class recording, and an optional periodic online question and answer session. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands-on instruction. This virtual presentation will be held via Zoom. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
    Wed, Jun 5
    6:30 - 9:00 PM
    Min Age
    13 yr.
    Wed, Jun 12
    6:30 - 9:00 PM
    Min Age
    13 yr.
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  • Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

    In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade for years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do using chords. The chord method is lots of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes an online book, follow up video lessons, a class recording, and an optional periodic online question and answer session. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands-on instruction. This virtual presentation will be held via Zoom. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
    Tue, Jun 4
    6:30 - 9:30 PM
    Online
    Tue, Jun 11
    6:30 - 9:30 PM
    Online
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    Intro to Macarons

    Learn how to make macarons from scratch! This class includes demonstrations and hands-on baking. Best of all, you'll take home all of the macarons you make! Registration full? Please use the waitlist!
    Sat, May 18
    1:00 - 4:00 PM
    Senior High School
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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  • Let's Propagate Plants!

    Looking to expand your indoor plant collection? Create new plants from existing plants! In this hands-on class we will propagate plants by taking fresh cuttings from established houseplants. Course fee includes plant cuttings and growing medium. April: begonia species August: philodendron species
    Mon, Aug 12
    5:30 - 6:45 PM
    Jefferson Learning Center
    Min Age
    15 yr.
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  • Practical ChatGPT Training for Everyone

    Have you been curious about what ChatGPT is exactly and how it may affect you? Learn what you need to know about ChatGPT powered by Artificial Intelligence in this fun and engaging class! You will understand how it works exactly and why it's taking the world by storm. You'll also learn practical everyday uses for ChatGPT in the workforce and at home. Don't get left behind in today's tech savvy world, and attend this upcoming training. This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.
    Tue, Jun 18
    12:00 - 1:00 PM
    Online
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  • Purple Martins Up Close

    So, you want to know more about one of the most sought after yard birds? Consider attending an open house…theirs. Come and see an active Purple Martin colony, while participating in a nest check. Learn what to do, and not to do, to enhance the health of your colony, or how to start a new one. Like many bird species, Martins are in significant decline. Learn some of the reasons why and how you can help. In the event of rain, class will be postponed to June 22. The instructor has donated his time to lead this class to keep participation accessible for all. We request that you please make a donation to support one of these local organizations: Hawk Creek Animal Shelter, Kandiyohi County Food Shelf, or the United Way of West Central Minnesota. Food or item donations may be brought along to class if we can assist with the delivery.
    Sat, Jun 15
    9:00 - 10:15 AM
    Willmar Pet Hospital
    Min Age
    8 yr.
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    Social Media for Business

    Driving new customer traffic to your website and promoting your business is imperative in today's technological world. Don't let your skillset or company get left behind by missing key social media rules! In this class, you'll learn how to craft a simple but effective social media marketing strategy, listen directly to customers, and implement tips to grow your business. And all the while staying organized without technology overwhelm! This is a virtual class. Participants must have audio and visual technology capabilities such as a laptop, tablet, or a smartphone.
    Thu, Jul 18
    12:00 - 1:00 PM
    Online
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  • Vanventure!

    Join us for a small group adventure! Our summer outings are taking us to explore the Marjorie McNeely (Como) Conservatory in St. Paul, an opportunity to decorate a ceramic piece of your choosing at the Kraft Koop, a tour of Rustic Designs Flower Farm in rural Belgrade, Horticulture Night at the University of Minnesota West Central Research and Outreach Center in Morris, and a tour of Sunny Mary Meadow Farm in rural St. Joseph.
    Tue, Jun 11
    8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Fri, Jun 14
    4:50 - 8:15 PM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
    Fri, Jul 19
    10:15 AM - 12:45 PM
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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