District 622 Community Education

Join us for a fun hayride through the apple orchard and to the pumpkin patch! You'll pick 2 apples and be able to choose your own small pumpkin about the size of a cantaloupe. Our private group tour will teach you how to pick apples, why bees are important, and what the orchard staff do to protect their trees. A small 3 oz. sample of cider will also be given. Dress for the weather. This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Plan to meet at the orchard located at 14421 S. 90th St. in Hastings. Please come early as the tour will leave promptly at 6:00 pm. Look for the sign "Community Bridge Meets Here." Staff pay $15 too if joining for hayride tour. This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.

Alice by Heart is a touching musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter underground where they journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland. Celebrate the transformational power of the imagination, even in the harshest of times. Our theater host will meet you inside the Activity Center entrance near a sign that says "Community Bridge Meets Here". Arrive by 6:45 p.m. to get your ticket and find a seat. Show begins at 7:00 p.m. and runs approx. 2.5 hours. NOTE: A limited number of wheelchair spaces are available. Please indicate if needed. Staff pay for ticket price as well. This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.

Whoo, whoo, who wants to learn about owls? Attend a nature class at Maplewood Nature Center to learn about the fascinating raptor, the owl! Those interested can even try a night hike led by a naturalist and call to the owls… they just might answer back! This class is designed for adults with disabilities, their caregivers, family, and friends. Participants must be able to attend to their own personal care needs or have a caregiver with them. Caregivers are asked to provide support and need to register at no cost. Registration/cancellation deadline: November 20

Come for fun and games. Everyone leaves a winner! Renee Turner This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.

This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities. Get ready to unleash your creativity and craft a one-of-a-kind felt wallet that's as functional as it is fashionable! With this fun and very easy project, you'll learn basic sewing skills and get to customize your design with colorful felt, thread,, and a snap closure. Perfect for carrying small essentials like cash, cards, and ID, this charming wallet is sure to become your new go-to accessory. This project takes some finger dexterity. Michelle Hubbard Registration/cancellation deadline: January 20

Will you come as a butterfly or a werewolf? Join us for a fun filled night of costumes and bingo. Renee Turner This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.

Paint a gnome and create other decorations to get yourself into the holiday spirit. Renee Turner This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.

This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities. When visions of “sugar plums” dance in your head, it is time for Holiday Sweets! Shape, trim, and decorate festive cookies and candies. Cheryl Gysbers Registration/cancellation deadline: December 2 For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance.

Join us for a fun tour of the Cottage Grove Fire Station, explore a fire truck, meet some firefighters and learn some important safety tips to use wherever you live now or in the future. This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.

Join us for a fun night creating your own easy “stained glass” looking art using markers, tin foil, and a page protector. We’ll provide different design patterns for you to choose from. Then you can enjoy creating art while sipping a delicious hot chocolate drink with fun toppings. This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.

This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities. These Skewered Tator tots are loaded with gooey melted cheese, bacon bits and whatever else you want to put on them. Bring your appetite, you want to eat this scrumptious meal as soon as they are done. Cheryl Gysbers Registration/cancellation deadline: January 6 For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance.

This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities. Homemade muffins are much more tasty and don't require a lot of work. Practice your recipe reading, measuring and dicing/chopping skills as you make these delicious muffins from scratch. Cheryl Gysbers Registration/cancellation deadline: November 18 For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance.

Be a naturalist and celebrate nature by making nature sculptures out of grapevine wreaths, twigs, pinecones, pods, nuts, feathers and colorful ribbon to add a BOHO look to your gardens. Class will take place in the Rockwell Room. Instructor: Susan Butzer This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.

This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities. Meet your friends for fun and games at Open Gym night! Jordi will lead organized group games, or you can choose your own activity (indoor soccer, etc.). A variety of sports equipment will be available for you to use. Healthy drinks will be provided! Jordi Teillard-Cui Registration/cancellation deadline: January 14 For Classes at Gladstone Park in the main lot on Manton St and enter through door 1E. The gym is to the right of the lobby.

This activity is tailored for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities, as such the volume will be kept at a reasonable level. Dance the night away to your favorite tunes, indulge in a wide variety of delicious snacks, and enjoy the vibrant festive decorations! Capture lasting memories in our fun-filled photo booth, complete with playful props. Dressy casual attire is encouraged—think stylish jeans or slacks paired with a button-up shirt or a chic dress. To help us plan for food, please be sure to register caregivers. Donations are welcome to help cover event costs! For Classes at Gladstone Park in the main lot on Manton St and enter through door 1E. The gym is to the right of the lobby.

Create Thanksgiving decorations for your table. Paint two candle holders (lights provided) with stain glass paint and make festive name tags for your guests. Renee Turner This activity is customized for adults with cognitive developmental disabilities.