Melrose Area Community Education

Morning Lap swim is a great way to start your day. A lifeguard will be on duty. Please enter through door 7, it will be open from 5:55-6:10 am. Nadar en el regazo de la mañana es una excelente manera de comenzar el día. El salvavidas estará de servicio. Ingrese por la puerta 7, estará abierta de 5:55 a 6:10 am.

Babe Ruth Baseball is a fun summer league. Only games, no practices. Playoffs will follow at the end of the season.The full schedule will be provided by Coach Shaughnessy. Register by May 15. If the team advances to the State Tournament, additional fees will apply. New age categories this year 14 U-ages 13-14 years old and under and 16 U- ages 15-16.

Melrose Staff: If you are interested in learning how to sew, make beautiful homemade items, or explore a new hobby this class is for you!. Access to a sewing machine is not necessary as most of it should be done in class. During class time you will have access to the school's sewing machines. If you don't know how to operate a sewing machine, we can help! Participants are in charge of paying for their own material and class fee through community ed. -Class Fee $40.00 - Maximum People: 14 -Tentative Dates: Wednesday, May 22 6:00-9:00pm Wednesday, May 29 6:00-9:00pm Wednesday, June 5 6:00-9:00pm -Materials- Fabric for tote bag (list to come) Sewing machine if you need help operating it otherwise, students may use the school sewing machines so they don't have to haul their machine back and forth. Sewing Supplies (scissors, matching thread, pins and pin cushion).

Students will learn how to fly like the pros in the Drone Racing League by training on a flight simulator. Once they learn the basics of flying, they’ll assemble their very own drone which they’ll get to keep after the camp. After learning drone safety and maintenance, students will take their drone to the skies and compete in numerous races and challenges. Led by experienced instructors, students will leave camp with the skills and knowledge to pilot their drones and keep them running. The drones used in camps have cameras, and are perfect for entry level pilots. Los estudiantes aprenderán a volar como los profesionales en Drone Racing League entrenando en un simulador de vuelo. Una vez que aprendan los conceptos básicos de volar, armarán su propio dron que podrán conservar después del campamento. Después de aprender sobre seguridad y mantenimiento de drones, los estudiantes llevarán su dron a los cielos y competirán en numerosas carreras y desafíos. Dirigidos por instructores experimentados, los estudiantes saldrán del campamento con las habilidades y conocimientos necesarios para pilotar sus drones y mantenerlos en funcionamiento. Los drones utilizados en los campamentos tienen cámaras y son perfectos para pilotos principiantes.

Eureka Engineering introduces students to the core skills of robotics and STEM through engaging, hands-on learning opportunities. Student groups will work with Lego Mindstorm kits, which include both electrical and mechanical components. The small groups will be mentored by experienced and passionate instructors. Parents are welcome to watch their child’s robotic creations come to life in exciting and competitive challenges including drag racing, fighting robots and more! Eureka Engineering presenta a los estudiantes las habilidades básicas de la robótica y STEM a través de oportunidades de aprendizaje prácticas e interesantes. Los grupos de estudiantes trabajarán con kits de Lego Mindstorm, que incluyen componentes eléctricos y mecánicos. Los grupos pequeños contarán con la tutoría de instructores experimentados y apasionados. ¡Los padres pueden ver cómo las creaciones robóticas de sus hijos cobran vida en desafíos emocionantes y competitivos que incluyen carreras de resistencia, robots de lucha y más!

This camp will be put on by the Melrose Rosettes! This is a great introduction to dance team for any dancers who have dreams of being on the Melrose Rosettes in the future. This camp will include a warm up routine, stretching, dance technique, choreography, and some fun team bonding activities. Dancers will have the opportunity to dance with the Melrose Rosettes in the Melrose Riverfest Parade. Dancers should wear clothing they feel comfortable moving and grooving in. Register by June 9 to guarantee a t-shirt. ¡Este campamento será organizado por Melrose Rosettes! Esta es una excelente introducción a un equipo de baile para cualquier bailarín que sueñe con estar en Melrose Rosettes en el futuro. Este campamento incluirá una rutina de calentamiento, estiramiento, técnica de baile, coreografía y algunas actividades divertidas de vinculación en equipo. Los bailarines deben usar ropa con la que se sientan cómodos para moverse y bailar. Incluye una camiseta: debe registrarse antes del 9 de junio para recibir una camiseta.

The Sauk River Watershed District is once again hosting Garden Classes via Zoom. Participants can receive a free native plant book and a chance to win a door prize from a local nursery! See additional details and specific class dates online. Early Spring Bloomers - January 30 That first pop of color is welcomed by all gardeners after a cold and gray winter. We will chat about some of the best early native bloomers you can add to your gardens for a longer season of color. Not just the spring woodland favorites, but also early growers for all gardens. Improve Your Soils – February 13 Healthy soil is important for growing strong, resilient, and tough plants that can handle our wacky MN growing conditions. Whether you are starting a new flower garden or trying to revitalize and old veggie patch, we will cover it all. From soil testing to composting, and so much more. Pollinator Palooza Plants – February 15 We all agree that a garden full of beautiful butterflies, busy bees, and racing hummingbirds is a BIG bonus to compliment all the blooms. We will chat about some of the top native perennials to make your backyard a pollinator playground from early spring to late fall. Wildflowers for Soggy Soils – February 22 Do you have a ditch, shoreline, or wetland on your property you want to spruce up beyond cattails and swamp grass? Do you have an area of yard where the grass just won’t grow because it is wet most of the time? There are lots of varieties of natives and non-native perennials that can be used to add color, texture, and eye-appeal that don’t mind having wet toes. Let’s figure out how to add an aesthetic splash into that soggy site. Rain Gardens 101 – February 27 Let’s learn about the latest trend in landscaping including sizing, location, installation and plant selection for your rain garden and rain water harvesting. With the wide variety of plants and materials available you can create a rain garden with a natural wild look or an organized planting suitable for the most refined settings. Wildflowers for Shady Spots – March 7 Do you have a dark and damp corner of your property that you want to bring out of the shadows with blooms and bunchgrasses? Let’s go beyond hostas and the humbugs of traditional green foliage for these tricky shade areas. There are lots of woodland treasures that will add a nice glow to the shadiest swaths Establishing a Pollinator Patch – March 11 A native wildflower garden will attract beautiful butterflies and bees to your yard and help pollinators stay healthy. You can plant a garden anywhere from the tiniest corner of your city lot to an open prairie setting and about anything in between. We will cover it all from weeds to seeds and start to bountiful blooms. We will even “walk” through a project from scratch to bountiful blooms. Bloomers and Clumpers for Lousy Soils – March 14 Do you have that patch of lousy soil where nothing seems to grow very well? There are plenty of tough MN native plants that will not only survive, but thrive in sketchy soil conditions. We will chat about all aspects of those tricky soil sites to get plants and blooms started for season to come. Greening Up Hot Spots – March 22 Do you have a hot garden spot that normally bakes and dries out with the summer sun? Are you tired of watering day after day to keep your garden healthy and growing? There is a wide variety of native prairie plants that thrive in the full sun and dry soils. Let’s look at some of these great growers to add to your gardens and landscaping. Hold Your Shore – April 12 Are you losing ground? Is your shoreline eroding, unsightly or seem to be a goose magnet? Did the excessive rains last year take a toll? Is the ice pushing up a new ridge every year?Learn how to improve water quality, reduce erosion and beautify your property using native plants, simple installation techniques and smart planning for easier long-term maintenance. Native Plant Basics – April 17 Learn how to put down some roots and use native plants in your landscaping, flower gardens, and everywhere else. We will help identify some of our favorite natives for a wide variety of soils, shade levels, and overall hardiness. Also learn some easy ways to integrate native plants into your current landscaping, or start a whole new project. Eco Grasses and Bee Lawns – May 2 We love our lush green lawns, maybe a bit too much? Join us to learn what else we can plant to benefit the bees and birds, while also keeping some green turf. We will discuss lawn alternatives that are more environmentally friendly that will keep your backyard buzzing. Small changes can go a long way towards the environment while saving you time and money. Milkweeds for Monarchs – May 20 We have over a dozen Milkweeds that are native to Minnesota. Let’s chat about the wide variety of these great pollinator plants! Some are wildly popular and very common growing in gardens and local sceneries. We also will discuss where to buy milkweed plants and seed, plus how and where to add these pollinator magnets to your landscapes.

This class is designed for youth to have FUN while learning some science concepts (inquiry based). We will be using the simplest of techniques (freezer bags and ice) - An ice cream social is planned at the end of class with lots of flavored syrups and toppings to choose from. Come and have some fun with your friends!!

Join indoor soccer and get active during the winter months. This year, all players need to register and pay a one-time fee of $10. Indoor soccer will take place in the High School Gym. Players are responsible for taking out and putting away the nets. Únase al fútbol sala y manténgase activo durante los meses de invierno. Este año, todos los jugadores deben registrarse y pagar una tarifa única de $10. El fútbol sala se llevará a cabo en el Gimnasio del Instituto. Los jugadores son responsables de sacar y guardar las redes.

The "Minecraft Olympics" is a dynamic three-day summer camp designed to immerse participants in the thrilling world of Minecraft while fostering teamwork, creativity, and friendly competition. Campers will engage in daily Build Battles, showcasing their imaginative prowess in constructing awe-inspiring structures aligned with diverse themes. Through this immersive experience, participants not only deepen their understanding of Minecraft's gameplay but also cultivate camaraderie and problem-solving skills in a fun and supportive environment. The "Minecraft Olympics" promises a thrilling adventure for campers seeking to combine their love for Minecraft with a collaborative team experience that students won’t soon forget. Las "Olimpiadas de Minecraft" son un campamento de verano dinámico de tres días diseñado para sumergir a los participantes en el apasionante mundo de Minecraft mientras fomentan el trabajo en equipo, la creatividad y la competencia amistosa. Los campistas participarán en batallas de construcción diarias, mostrando su destreza imaginativa en la construcción de estructuras impresionantes alineadas con diversos temas. A través de esta experiencia inmersiva, los participantes no sólo profundizan su comprensión de la jugabilidad de Minecraft sino que también cultivan la camaradería y las habilidades de resolución de problemas en un ambiente divertido y de apoyo. Las "Olimpiadas de Minecraft" prometen una aventura emocionante para los campistas que buscan combinar su amor por Minecraft con una experiencia de colaboración en equipo que los estudiantes no olvidarán pronto.

Join Next Level Dance Camp! This camp will include: Skill Development and Effective Drills Turn Combinations & Turn Techniques Across the Floor Combinations Leaps, Jumps and Tricks Ballet Basics to Build Techniques Importance of Improv Musicality Confidence and Leadership ¡Únete al Campamento de Baile de Siguiente Nivel! Este campamento incluirá: Desarrollo de habilidades y simulacros efectivos Combinaciones de giros y técnicas de giro Combinaciones a través del piso Saltos, saltos y trucos Conceptos básicos de ballet para construir técnicas Importancia de la improvisación Musicalidad Confianza y Liderazgo

In this class you will learn about personal safety and self defense as well as situational awareness and how to avoid potential dangers. We will discuss levels of threat and ways to defuse a potentially violent encounter. You will learn ways to defend yourself though attacking weak points on the body, and how to escape holds and grabs. This class is a mix of lecture and hands-on training. Please wear comfortable clothing. Families are encouraged to attend together, but be aware that adult topics and discussions will be presented. En esta clase aprenderá sobre la seguridad personal y la defensa propia, así como la conciencia situacional y cómo evitar los peligros potenciales. Discutiremos los niveles de amenaza y formas de desactivar un encuentro potencialmente violento. Aprenderá formas de defenderse a través de atacar puntos débiles en el cuerpo, y cómo escapar se mantiene y agarra. Esta clase es una mezcla de conferencias y entrenamiento práctico. Por favor use ropa cómoda. Se alienta a las familias a asistir juntas, pero tenga en cuenta que se presentarán temas y discusiones para adultos. Ingrese la puerta 7 y siga las señales.

Let’s make some M&M chocolate bars using a Popit Fidget! Come and have some fun with your friends while making beautifully designed chocolate bars!! At the end of this class you will bring home your own Popit Fidget of choice as well as some chocolate for your family! Just another fun way to use a fidget! Also fun games are planned to win more fidgets! Everyone will go home with many fidgets and sensory toys. ¡Hagamos algunas barras de chocolate M&M usando un Popit Fidget! ¡Ven y diviértete con tus amigos mientras preparas barras de chocolate bellamente diseñadas! ¡Al final de esta clase, traerás a casa tu propio Popit Fidget de tu elección, así como un poco de chocolate para tu familia! ¡Otra forma divertida de usar un fidget! ¡También se planean juegos divertidos para ganar más fidgets! Todos volverán a casa con muchos inquietos y juguetes sensoriales.