Moorhead Community Education

Learn some simple tricks to make your writing more impactful and readable in this hands-on session. There will be writing/editing examples and exercises and you will leave with a workbook full of writing tips and tricks.

If you love to travel and love to write, this is for you! Learn to capture and maintain readers interest and how to avoid worn-out travel cliches in this course. You'll learn how to find and submit your finished product to print and online markets as well as the business side of travel writing (how to take travel tax deductions).

Our much anticipated fire building workshop is making a comeback! Join us to get you prepared for the best time of year. Many people have never even started a fire before... and now more than ever, with fires raging on the West Coast, it's so important to know not only how to start a fire, but how to control it too. Whether you are afraid to try, afraid to fail, or just have never been given the opportunity, we're here to alleviate all of your worries and give you the tools & knowledge you need to get a fire started, keep it sustained, and stay safe doing it. There will be a good mix of instruction and hands on experience to make sure everyone walks away with some serious fire building skills, and your very own fire starter kit!

You don't need to be famous to have a legacy to leave behind. Create an inspirational autobiography for family, friends and others. Learn how to bring your story to life with a step-by-step outline. Printing/publishing options will also be discussed.

Discover advanced and new best practices in Integrated Marketing, the growing field that integrates traditional print marketing with digital marketing for even greater marketing success. Young generations are embracing print as well as online media, creating this exciting new area of marketing.

It is never too late to begin your journey to becoming a more self-confident and stronger you. Martial arts can help improve focus, balance, coordination, and mobility for students of all ages. This class is designed to introduce adults to the basics of self-defense martial arts.

Take the first step to any career in the medical field or simply understand your family's medical visits. You will leave with a solid foundation of medical language as well as basic medical billing and coding terminology.

This workshop sampler will teach you the ins and outs of outdoor camping, recreating, and survival. Join Jon Walters, layering, fire building, and winter camping expert to discover the joys of camping outdoors in the winter.

Interested in raising chickens? Raising Chickens 101 class will help you get started. You will learn the basics of caring for chickens and how to overcome the obstacles. Topics include feed, housing and equipment, as well as general breed and egg information. Join Judy Hansen, who has raised chickens for over 12 years, is a Licensed Veterinary Technician, MN Grown Producer, Registered with the MN Dept of Agriculture, and a MN Certified Poultry Testing Agent, for this engaging discussion.

Winter is here, and we want to help you LOVE it like we do! What you'll learn: layering for winter activities, shelter needs & techniques, sleeping below zero, general tips & tricks for success and survival. Living with the frigid temperatures here in the Fargo Moorhead Community it's important for us to have the knowledge necessary for us to not only survive winter, but to truly enjoy it. Nature is 4-seasons long, and we should camp in all of them. So, come join us for a great morning of great people, tasty coffee, and some awesome new info!

Winter is coming, and winter can get bitterly cold. Join Jon Walters for this winter layering workshop; find out what the best clothing material is for different weather conditions. Learn clothing pairings for outdoor sports and activities, and survive the cold this winter with different layering options.ds, plus, we have lots of tips and tricks we've learned over the years to help you stay warm!!

Driving has changed since you first got your license, and taking the SMART drivers course could save you money. The SMART driver course is presented by AARP Driver Safety to seniors to assist them to stay safe drivers, taking into account all the changes that occur as they age. Upon completion of the course, participants will be issued certificates of completion to take to their insurance agents as proof of attending the course. The AARP SMART Driver Course is recognized by Minnesota Driver & Vehicle Services as an approved accident prevention course for drivers 50 years of age and older. Insured drivers 50 years of age or older may be eligible for an appropriate reduction in automobile insurance premium charges valid for three years after completing this course. Please check with your insurance company or agent for any additional requirements for eligibility. Payment is required at the time of registration. If you are an AARP member, you will need your membership number to register.

Driving has changed since you first got your license, and taking the SMART driver course could save you money. The SMART driver course is presented by AARP Driver Safety to seniors to assist them to stay safe drivers, taking into account all the changes that occur as they age. Upon completion of the course, participants will be issued certificates of completion to take to their insurance agents as proof of attending the course. The AARP SMART Driver Course is recognized by Minnesota Driver & Vehicle Services as an approved accident prevention course for drivers 50 years of age and older. Insured drivers 50 years of age or older may be eligible for an appropriate reduction in automobile insurance premium charges valid for three years after completing this course. Please check with your insurance company or agent for any additional requirements for eligibility. Minnesota requires first-time course takers take the full eight-hour course. Payment is required at the time of registration. If you are an AARP member, you will need your membership number to register.

Driving has changed since you first got your license, and taking the SMART driver course could save you money. The SMART driver course is presented by AARP Driver Safety to seniors to assist them to stay safe drivers, taking into account all the changes that occur as they age. Upon completion of the course, participants will be issued certificates of completion to take to their insurance agents as proof of attending the course.The AARP SMART Driver Course is recognized by Minnesota Driver & Vehicle Services as an approved accident prevention course for drivers 50 years of age and older. Insured drivers 50 years of age or older may be eligible for an appropriate reduction in automobile insurance premium charges valid for three years after completing this course. Please check with your insurance company or agent for any additional requirements for eligibility. Minnesota requires first-time course takers take the full eight-hour course. Payment is required at the time of registration. If you are an AARP member, you will need your membership number to register.

Interested in learning how to paint with acrylics and don’t know where to start? Find your creative energy and build your confidence as you learn to mix colors and paint and create your very own painting. All levels of experience are welcome. Based on what you are interested in learning, individualized and group instruction are available. Supplies are included, so all you have to do is bring yourself for a fun and relaxing evening of painting.

Life can be hectic, hurried and rushed. In this meditative painting class, we will slow down the pace of the entire day, and disengage from our own distractions. Materials needed: a set of acrylic paints, 3 acrylic paint brushes, a canvas pad or 2 stretched canvases of any size.

If you are interested in learning the basics of American Sign Language, join us in class- ask questions, get involved and leave knowing the start of a new language.

Learn basic signs for conversational communication and some of the culture of the deaf in this introductory course. Becky Manske has more than 10 years of ASL experience. Fee includes handouts. Bring a folder for handouts.

After this class, students will be able to: identify various parts of a tire and their purposes, have a better understanding of what to look for when purchasing tires, inspect their tires for any flaws or damage, plug and patch a tire, identify the correct tire pressure for their vehicle, check and set the pressure in their tires, change their tire to a spare tire and back to the full-size tire using the equipment supplied with their vehicle.

Find your happy place. In this guided imagery you will become aware of breath and body while allowing your mind to explore and imagine. This practice can both be relaxing and energizing.

Beginner crocheters will learn some of the basic crochet stitches like chain, single, half-double, double and treble crochet, while also learning to read written instructions. The pattern allows crocheters to mix and match stitches to create a unique project. Additional assistance with your crocheting is also available during regular store hours at Prairie Fiber Arts Center.

If you've always wanted to learn how to knit but haven't been sure how to start, this class is for you. It's designed with the absolute beginner in mind. We'll cover casting on, knitting, purling, binding off and troubleshooting all while creating your very first dishcloth. Additional assistance with your knitting is also available during regular store hours at Prairie Fiber Arts Center.

Learn the basic hardware and get an introduction to the Windows operating system including learning to navigate the file and applications systems. You will also learn some basic troubleshooting skills that will mostly keep you off the phone with technical support.