Stillwater Community Education

Kids today are facing more stress than ever, from academic pressures to the pull of social media and screens. Anxiety is on the rise, and many parents are looking for ways to support their child’s mental well-being. Join us for a FREE book study on the #1 bestseller The Anxious Generation. We’ll explore how modern childhood has changed and what we can do to help kids and teens build confidence, resilience, and real-world connections. Together, we’ll unpack the societal shifts behind skyrocketing anxiety and depression in Gen Z, discuss the impact of smartphones and social media, and explore practical strategies for fostering resilience. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply passionate about mental health, this study offers insights and actionable solutions to support the next generation. When registering for the book study, there are 3 options: Book Study participation only - Free Borrow a book from Community Education* - $10 deposit, fully refundable with the return of the book. If this deposit is a barrier to attendance, please reach out to our office at 651-351-8300. Purchase a book to use in the study * and keep at the conclusion of the sessions - $15.00 *Books will be available for pick up by April 1st at the Central Services office located at 1875 South Greeley Street in Stillwater. Office hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday.

Upper elementary and middle school students are welcomed to Defy Gravity this summer in a week-long theatre camp where young artists sing, dance, and act their way into the untold stories of witches and wizards. Create spellbinding scenes, you'll bring the characters you love to life in a magical final performance. Which witch will you be? A short showcase will take place at the end of the last day of class.

Axo-lotta Fun! Date: Saturday April 5th, 2025 Time: 9:30-10:30 am Ages: 2-6 Cost: $10 per family (Max 10 families) Did you know that axolotl newts are real creatures? Would your family enjoy discovering more about these fascinating amphibians? Step into the world of the axolotl and meet the real axolotl living at the Early Childhood Center! This special event will feature engaging activities designed for young learners, incorporating the axolotl as a theme for creative exploration through art, music, and foundational skills development.

Nurture your baby while caring for yourself! This class is for pre-crawling babies and a caregiver to bond through loving touch, sight, sound, and movement. This class incorporates infant massage, gentle yoga, breath awareness while offering an opportunity to connect with other new parents in a warm and supportive environment. Please register the parent/adult for this class.

Be our guest at Disney’s newly reimagined 30th Anniversary production of Beauty and the Beast, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love. This enchanting and timeless tale has been brought to life like never before, with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes. Recommended for ages 6 and older. Children 4 and under are not allowed in the theatre. If your child is 5, use your judgement that they will be able to sit through the production. All sales are final. This show will be held at Orpheum. Ramps: LaSalle Plaza, 32 S. Ninth St. • Luxurious and secured 24/7 public, monthly contract, and event parking skyway connected to the Orpheum, State, Pantages and Dudley Riggs theatres. Near Target Center and Field. PARK IN ADVANCE LaSalle Court, 801 LaSalle Ave. • Easy in and out 24/7 public, monthly contract, and event parking. Skyway connected to the Orpheum, State, Pantages and Dudley Riggs theatres. Near Target Center and Field. PARK IN ADVANCE Theatre Ramp, 910 LaSalle Plaza • Easy in and out 24/7 public, monthly contract, and event parking. Skyway connected to the Orpheum, State, Pantages and Dudley Riggs Theatres. Near Target Center and Field. PARK IN ADVANCE Mayo Clinic Square, 600 Hennepin Ave. • 24/7 public, monthly contract, and event parking available across from Target Center and Target Field. Near the Pantages Theatre. PARK IN ADVANCE Parking lots Orpheum Lot 1022 Hennepin Ave. • Easy in and out 24/7 public, monthly contract, and event parking near the Orpheum, State, Pantages and Dudley Riggs theatres. Connected to Fairfield Inn and Suites By Marriott. PARK IN ADVANCE 810 Hennepin Lot, 810 Hennepin Ave. • Easy in and out 24/7 public and event parking near Target Field and Target Center. Lot closes daily at 12am and opens at 6am. Near the Orpheum, State, Pantages and Dudley Riggs theatres. PARK IN ADVANCE The Church Lot, 1001 Hennepin Ave. • Easy in and out daily public, monthly contract, and event parking conveniently located in the Minneapolis Theater District; within walking distance of the Orpheum, State, Pantages and Dudley Riggs theatres. Closed Sundays 5am-2pm. PARK IN ADVANCE Ramada Lot, 41 N. Tenth St. • Easy in and out 24/7 public, monthly contract, and event parking a block away from the Orpheum Theatre. Near the Orpheum, State, Pantages and Dudley Riggs theatres. PARK IN ADVANCE

Learn how to play pickleball, the fastest growing sport in America. The beginner course will introduce pickleball rules, body positioning, footwork, drills and doubles game strategy. Drills and strategy will focus on serves, returns, drop-shots, and dinks. The last 30 minutes of the course will be organized play. Participants can bring their own paddle or borrow one from the PAC. Prerequisites: None

If students are signed up for both a morning and afternoon Breeze class, they may register for a supervised lunch for an additional $10 per week. This fee is used to cover the cost of staff supervision. Please send a nut free lunch and drink with your child.

Soak up the summer sun at Minnesota's largest outdoor water park located in Coon Rapids. Have a blast on the water slides, relax in the lazy river or get wacky in the wave pool. Bring along appropriate swimwear and optional money for concessions. Bring a bag lunch and a beverage, as we will eat when we arrive before heading into the park. Bus Pick Up: SMS 9:15, OMS 9:30 Returns: OMS 4:15, SMS 4:30

CHEM stands for Character, Hand and Eye coordination, and Mind. With a background that includes competing on the professional tennis circuit, Coach has a unique perspective on the game, offering insights and strategies shaped by years of competition. His deep understanding of the game, honed at the highest levels, allows him to connect with players of all skill levels. While mastering the technical skills of tennis/pickleball is essential, success on the court also requires mental resilience and focus. Coaching tennis/pickleball isn’t just about teaching strokes and footwork, it’s about helping players develop the mindset to stay calm under pressure, think strategically, and maintain confidence, even when faced with challenges. Effective coaching goes beyond the fundamentals to include developing a player’s mental game-helping them manage nerves, staying focused, and approaching every point with the right mindset to maintain confidence, even when faced with challenges. We are so focused on strength that we forget to strengthen our focus. The more you train your mind off the field/court, the easier it is to be confident, focused, and calm when you play. NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE. THE WORD ITSELF SAYS I’M POSSIBLE