One91 Community Buzz - August 2026 Edition

One91 Community Buzz Your Monthly Guide to What's Happening in Community Education! August 2026 A Note from Your Community Education Team As summer begins to wind down, there's still plenty of time to make memories, learn something new, and connect with your community. August is the perfect bridge between the carefree days of summer and the excitement of a new season—and we're ready for both! Fall registration opens August 1, bringing hundreds of opportunities for every age and stage of life. Whether you're looking for engaging classes for your preschooler, after-school enrichment for your child, lifelong learning for yourself, fitness and social opportunities, career advancement, volunteer experiences, food resources, or ways to connect with your community, One91 Community Education has something for everyone. Throughout this newsletter, you'll find highlights from: Early Childhood & Preschool Youth Enrichment Adult Enrichment Burnsville Senior Center Adult Basic Education Food Resources Community Engagement There's still plenty happening this August, so enjoy the last days of summer while exploring everything waiting for you this fall. We can't wait to learn, grow, and connect with you in the months ahead! Fall registration opens August 1—let's make this fall your best season yet! 🍂 — Your Community Education Team   Join us Thursday, August 13th from 2-5 pm at Diamondhead Education Center for our Open House & Resource Fair. It’s a free event full of community resources, programming and fun!   Early Childhood     Your Fall 2026 catalog is here! View upcoming classes, activities & opportunities for you and your child! Find More Information Here  Opportunities for Youth There's still plenty of summer left to explore, create, and discover with Community Education! We have exciting Youth Enrichment opportunities available throughout August. 3D: Discover, Dream, Do Camps Week of August 3 DASH Sports All-Day Multi-Sport Camp YouTube Creator & Shoutcasting Music Tech & Beatmaking Week of August 10 (Hidden Valley Elementary) Solar Power Your Drone Solar Speedsters! Build and Race Sun-Powered Cars DASH Sports All-Day Multi-Sport Camp Week of August 17 Campfire Cooking Ultimate Survival Colorful Critters Dragon Scales and Sparks: A Mythical Art Quest Click here to register for one of 3D Camps offered in August Looking for a Fun Friday Activity? Join us for our Friday Art Lab on August 7 and 14 from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Diamondhead Education Center. These themed drawing classes are a great way to spark creativity and keep young artists engaged. Click here to learn more and register. Support Our Young Entrepreneurs! Don't miss the Summer Dream, Build, Sell Youth Maker's Market on August 13, 2026, at Diamondhead Education Center. Come shop unique, handmade creations from talented young makers. Interested in being a vendor? Click here to register as a Youth Maker. Make the most of the final weeks of summer—we hope to see your family at one (or more!) of these exciting events! Fall Registration Opens August 1! Get ready for another exciting season of learning, exploring, and having fun! Registration for Fall 2026 Youth Enrichment classes opens on August 1, 2026. Whether you're returning to a favorite activity or looking to try something new, Community Education has something for every age, interest, and skill level. This fall's highlights include: Driver’s Education with Safeway Driving School Swing Dance for students in grades 6–12 Chess programs for elementary, middle, and high school students Young Rembrandts art classes offered at our elementary schools Learn from Home Our online enrichment offerings continue to grow with the addition of Spanish classes, along with a variety of engaging STEM, coding, and technology courses. If online learning is a better fit for your family's schedule, click here to explore all of our virtual opportunities. Stay Active This Fall Looking for fun ways to keep your child active? Community Education offers a wide variety of programs designed to build confidence, develop new skills, and encourage healthy, active lifestyles. Our gymnastics program offers weekly classes for a variety of ages, along with our popular Parents' Night Out events. For students who enjoy team sports, DASH Sports offers basketball, floor hockey, volleyball, soccer, and more. With classes available for preschool through elementary-aged students, there's a great opportunity for every young athlete. Click here to learn more about our sports offerings. If your child loves to dance, Mayer Dance Studio offers a variety of dance classes at Diamondhead Education Center this fall. Click here to explore class options and register. Ready for a new challenge? Through our partnership with Conquer Ninja in Burnsville, students can build strength, balance, agility, and confidence in exciting Ninja classes. Click here to learn more and register. No matter your child's interests, Community Education is the place to discover new passions, build confidence, and connect with others. We look forward to seeing your family this fall! Share Your Passion with the 191 Community! Do you have a hobby, talent, or special skill you'd love to share with others? Join our Adult and Youth Enrichment Coordinators to learn how you can become a Community Education instructor. This free informational session will walk you through the process of teaching a class, answer your questions, and help you turn your passion into a learning experience for others. Click here to learn more and register. Register Here  Project Kids New This Fall: Project Kids for Incoming 6th Graders! Do you have a student entering middle school this fall? Are you looking for a safe, engaging place for your child after the school day ends? Community Education is excited to introduce 6th Grade Project Kids, a program designed specifically for students entering 6th grade. Students will have the opportunity to connect with peers, participate in engaging activities, and build independence in a supportive after-school environment. Project Kids will be offered Monday through Friday after school at both Eagle Ridge Middle School and Nicollet Middle School. Learn more and register today to secure your student’s spot for the fall! Register for Project Kids  Adult Enrichment Opportunities August Adult Enrichment: Savor the Last Days of Summer & Get Ready for Fall! Summer may be winding down, but the fun is far from over! August is filled with opportunities to learn something new, stay active, meet new people, and make the most of the season. Whether you're looking to explore a new hobby, improve your wellness, or simply enjoy a fun evening out, there's something waiting for you. 📅 Check out the August Adult Enrichment Calendar below to see all of this month's classes and events, including painting, yoga, dance fitness, photography, online learning, essential oils, WEE Farm experiences, watercolor, and much more! 🍂 Fall Registration Opens August 1! Our exciting Fall Adult Enrichment lineup is open for registration! Along with many returning favorites in: Arts & Crafts Fitness & Wellness Sports & Recreation Cooking Technology Lifelong Learning ...we're thrilled to introduce several NEW opportunities, including: Social Activities like Tasting Club at Red Lion and Pints & Ponytails at Ineffable Brewing Beginner Line Dancing New Language Classes in French and Spanish New Creative Welding New Fused Glass Art Projects Online Ukulele Sewing Workshops Multicultural Cooking Series at WEE Farm Online cooking classes with Chef Tess ...and so much more! Have a talent or hobby you'd love to share? We're always looking for passionate instructors! Join our upcoming Teaching with Community Education information session on September 3rd and discover how you can inspire others while earning extra income. Don't wait—many classes fill quickly! 👉 Browse classes and register today: https://isd191.arux.app/ Keep learning. Stay active. Try something new. We'll see you this fall! Register Here  Community Engagement Where Community Comes Together!   Burnsville Senior Center You can learn more about these and other activities at the Senior Center. You'll be welcomed by one of our knowledgeable reception volunteers. We are open Monday-Friday from 9 am-4:30 pm. You can also visit the Community Education registration website. All independent folks age 55+ are welcome to join us at the Burnsville Senior Center. Please call us to register or RSVP for the activities you plan to attend. This helps us plan appropriately and avoids the disappointment of a canceled or full class (952) 707-4120.   Register Here  Food Resources Volunteer for Pantry: www.tinyurl.com/191CPSummer Sign up for BrainPower 2026-27: www.tinyurl.com/bpbpsignup Find More Information Here  Adult Basic Education Fall classes start on Monday, August 31st! Register today! https://www.isd191.org/school-for-adults/enroll Diamondhead Education Center 200 W. Burnsville Parkway Burnsville, MN 55337 Call 952-707-4125 Find More Information Here  Inclusive Opportunities for Adults River Valley Project Explore Project Explore is a Community Education program designed to serve adults with physical and developmental cognitive disabilities by encouraging inclusion in community activities and providing customized learning, social and recreational opportunities. Project Explore serves Minnesota cities south of the Twin Cities metro including Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville, Randolph, Rosemount and Savage. For more information, visit the River Valley Project Explore Website. Project Explore RegistrationVolunteer for Project Explore  BLAST Special Olympics The BLAST Special Olympics currently offers 11 different sports throughout the year for athletes of varying skill levels. In addition to traditional Special Olympics competitions, the Blast also participates in Unified sports where Unified Partners compete alongside Special Olympics athletes. View their schedule here: https://blastspecialolympics.com/ BLAST Registration  District Facility Use Discover the perfect venue for your next event right here in your neighborhood. Our facilities offer a variety of versatile and affordable spaces, ideal for meetings, performances, classes, seminars, and athletics. We are excited to open our doors and strongly encourage all members of our community to utilize these spaces for their gatherings. Rent a Facility  Learn More Explore Our Current Community Education Catalogs: COMMUNITY EDUCATION YOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD THE CHATTER (SENIOR CENTER) RIVER VALLEY PROJECT EXPLORE You can learn more about these and other activities when you visit the Community Education Website. Community Education Registration  Contact Us Diamondhead Education Center 200 West Burnsville Pkwy Burnsville, MN 55337 Enter door 11 from the lower lot off Pillsbury Ave. Phone: 952-707-4150 Summer Hours Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Suggest a CourseShare Your Experience  Click Here To Unsubscribe

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