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Holiday SingalongReason to Celebrate'Jingle Bells,' 'Rudolph,' 'Silent Night,' 'The Little Drummer Boy' -- what is your favorite Christmas song? Come to sing or come to listen, but come one and all for a sweet Christmas music singalong! Our good friend, Jenny Garmers, will be leading us in song.2026 Fall Adults With Exceptional Abilities -
Holiday Wire Art: Hammered Tree OrnamentArts and CraftsAdd handmade charm to your holiday decor in this creative wire art class! Participants will learn how to shape and texture wire to create a beautiful hammered Christmas tree ornament. Using simple tools and techniques, you’ll explore forming, hardening, and decorating your tree with optional beads or embellishments for a personal touch. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for anyone looking to craft a unique, festive keepsake—whether for your own tree or as a thoughtful holiday gift. Each participant will leave with two handcrafted tree ornaments. All materials are provided, and tools will be available for use. No prior experience necessary.2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
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Home Alone! Are You Ready? (Gr. 2-8)Health & SafetyIs your child ready for the independence of being home alone? Parents need to be sure their children have the skills and maturity to handle the responsibility safely. Whether it is for an hour after school or several hours a day during the summer, being trusted to be home alone can be a positive experience for a child who is mature and well prepared. This class for children will address several topics relating to being “Home Alone” including age guidelines, safe habits, house rules, after-school routines, phone calls and door knocks, dog emergencies, personal safety, handling the unexpected, gun safety, severe weather, fire safety, intruders, and first-aid tips. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. Parents are encouraged to review the take-home information and discuss it with their child.2026 Fall Youth -
Starting SoonHome Composting Made SimpleSustainabilityCompost is the absolute best soil amendment you can use on your food and flower gardens, and it is easy to make your own without expensive tumblers or other fancy equipment. You don't need to worry about specific ratios or additives. Use common materials and recycle the nutrients you already have to make black gold. This one-hour class will teach you all you need to know to get composting!2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
HooverSchool Age Child Care (SACC)The School Age Child Care Program is available at all Rochester Public Schools Elementary sites. The program provides a safe, nurturing environment where children can feel they are significant and they belong. Our goal of the School Age Child Care Program is to provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities including arts/crafts, STEM activities, self-directed play, field trips, library, tech time, physical activities (indoor/outdoor), community service, and to offer an environment where homework is encouraged. You will register for summer and school year care separately based on your family needs. Registrations are reviewed in the order they are received in our online system and can take up to ten (10) business days to process. Accounts that have an overdue balance will not be processed. 2026-2027 School Year Contract (August 26,2026-June 3,2027) Registration is open at all sites SACC CONTRACTS INCLUDE: Before School (AM) & After School (PM) Care Choose your own schedule (1 day required/contract) Drop-In (non-scheduled -less than 7 day notice) Non-School Enrichment Days(NSED) School Year Contract only Inclement Weather Days (IWD) School Year Contract only PAYMENT Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, credit/debit cards and bank accounts are all accepted as a payment options. All payments are made online in your SACC account. SACC bills bi-weekly for care that has been previously scheduled. IMMUNIZATIONS Current immunizations are required to attend. You are required to keep them up to date with Rochester Public School District. For more information, you may contact: SACC office (507) 328-4040 Records and Registrations (507) 328-4200 MEALS Please contact Student Nutrition Services (507) 328-4250 if your child has specific dietary needs School Year Contracts: breakfast is available and will be charged to your Student Nutrition Services paypams accountSACC School Year (2026-27) SACC Site -
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Starting SoonHow to Crochet CreaturesArts and CraftsWork your way through an intermediate crochet pattern for an elephant in this two-week course taught by Lydia Hansen. Learn to read advanced patterns and how to sew together a stuffed animal. Suitable for ages 12 and up. Must have basic crochet skills. Required materials: 200 yards medium weight yarn in blue or gray, 4 mm crochet hook. 12 mm plastic eyes/buttons, & 12 oz fiberfill Instructor-provided supplies available for an optional $10 supply fee collected during the first class.2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
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Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People - OnlineHobbiesIn just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow-up lessons, a recording of the class, and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using Zoom and is partly hands-on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+. This class will be held online. You will receive an email from the instructor prior to the class date with directions on how to join the class.2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People - OnlineHobbiesIn just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do - using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow-up lessons, a recording of the class, and an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using Zoom and is partly hands-on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. For ages 13+. This class will be held online. You will receive an email from the instructor prior to the class date with directions on how to join the class.2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
WaitlistIntermediate Mah JonggHobbiesJoin us for an advanced Mah Jongg class! This American Mah Jongg course will focus on strategic thinking, pattern recognition, defensive play, and hand switching. If you have mastered the basics and want to improve your game, join us for fun-filled exercises and game playing. You must have your own 2026 National Mah Jongg League Card and bring it to class. This class is intended for those who have been playing Mah Jongg for more than a year. Come advance your skills and challenge your game play!2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
WaitlistIntro to Granny SquaresArts and CraftsUnlock the endless potential of granny squares in this two-week course by crochet instructor Lydia Hansen. This project-based course will walk you through the steps and techniques needed to create several patterns and styles of granny squares, including floral, geometric, and hexagonal designs. The class will also cover tips for using granny squares for other projects such as clothes, bags, and blankets. Suitable for ages 12 to 112. Please bring medium-weight yarn in 3-4 colors and a 5mm crochet hook for use in the class. Instructor-provided supplies available for an optional $5 supply fee collected during the first class.2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
Intro to Relief Wood CarvingArts and CraftsDiscover the art of relief carving in this relaxed, hands-on class. You’ll have access to all the tools you need as you learn the basics of carving with step-by-step guidance from the instructor. Practice a variety of cutting techniques on the back of your board, then create your own 10" x 12" work of art on the front. Bring a sketch you’d like to carve, or choose from designs provided in class. With Kevin’s approachable teaching style and years of experience, you’ll find that learning to carve is both easy and fun! $85 Supply Fee due to Tunnel Mill at the time of first class. www.tunnelmillcrafts.com2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
Intro to Wheel 1- AcceleratedPotteryThis four-session class meets twice a week for two weeks and focuses on the fundamentals of wheel throwing. Ideal for those returning to the wheel or those looking for a refresher. You’ll practice centering, cylinders, and bowls. All tools and clay are included. Most pieces will be cut in half for evaluation, and you will not keep any finished pieces.2026 Fall Adult Catalog
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Introduction to SnowshoeingHobbiesIf you can walk, you can snowshoe! Snowshoeing can be a great winter blues buster. Come learn about the history of snowshoes and their construction, and how the design has evolved over time. Then strap on a pair of modern snowshoes for some guided practice. Cost includes instruction and the use of snowshoes. In the event of an inadequate snow base or inclement weather, the class will be cancelled.2026 Fall Adult Catalog -
Java & JeopardyLeisure, Fun, and GamesReady to try something new? We have livened up our Java Café with a game or two of Jeopardy! Come along and join in the fun. If you don't want to participate, you can be a part of the audience cheering the teams on. And yes, there will still be hot drinks and dessert.2026 Fall Adults With Exceptional Abilities -
JeffersonSchool Age Child Care (SACC)The School Age Child Care Program is available at all Rochester Public Schools Elementary sites. The program provides a safe, nurturing environment where children can feel they are significant and they belong. Our goal of the School Age Child Care Program is to provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities including arts/crafts, STEM activities, self-directed play, field trips, library, tech time, physical activities (indoor/outdoor), community service, and to offer an environment where homework is encouraged. You will register for summer and school year care separately based on your family needs. Registrations are reviewed in the order they are received in our online system and can take up to ten (10) business days to process. Accounts that have an overdue balance will not be processed. 2026-2027 School Year Contract (August 26,2026-June 3,2027) Registration is open at all sites SACC CONTRACTS INCLUDE: Before School (AM) & After School (PM) Care Choose your own schedule (1 day required/contract) Drop-In (non-scheduled -less than 7 day notice) Non-School Enrichment Days(NSED) School Year Contract only Inclement Weather Days (IWD) School Year Contract only PAYMENT Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, credit/debit cards and bank accounts are all accepted as a payment options. All payments are made online in your SACC account. SACC bills bi-weekly for care that has been previously scheduled. IMMUNIZATIONS Current immunizations are required to attend. You are required to keep them up to date with Rochester Public School District. For more information, you may contact: SACC office (507) 328-4040 Records and Registrations (507) 328-4200 MEALS Please contact Student Nutrition Services (507) 328-4250 if your child has specific dietary needs School Year Contracts: breakfast is available and will be charged to your Student Nutrition Services paypams accountSACC School Year (2026-27) SACC Site -
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WaitlistJingle All the Way 2026: "Holidays on the Hill" Tour and Lake Elmo InnTrips / Effortless ExcursionsExperience Christmas, 1910—both upstairs and downstairs—in the sumptuous Gilded Age mansion of railroad titan James J. Hill. Admission includes self-guided access to holiday-themed exhibits and a 60-minute guided tour highlighting holiday stories and memories from both the Hill family and their staff. After our tour, we will enjoy a magical holiday dinner at The Lake Elmo Inn Restaurant, beautifully decorated for the season. Limited to 49 guests – register early! Wear your favorite holiday sweater! Registration deadline: November 1. * Fee includes coach transportation, Hill House Holiday Tour, and Lake Elmo Inn dinner (choice of three entrées served with a beverage and holiday dessert). * 12 PM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 9 PM Approximate return * No refunds after November 1 * Fee: $1292026-27 Adult Trips - Final -
Jingo BingoLeisure, Fun, and GamesWe've had a break from Jingo recently, but now its back! Work out the clues and fill out your Jingo card, just like Bingo. Snacks and prizes for all!2026 Fall Adults With Exceptional Abilities
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John Adams Academic Support (Gr. 6-8)Middle School Activities & SportsThursday Tutoring with Science Teachers. All students needing help in any subject are welcome to attend2026-2027 Middle School