Learn to Sew, Organize Your Photos, Design Video Games, Train Your Dog, Speak a New Language—Explore It All!
Adult sports leagues, strength & fitness and more!
BLAST: Middle School referred Summer Program
Classroom and Behind the Wheel training for students ages 15-18.
ECFE is a statewide program that provides parent/child classes to all families with children birth to kindergarten. Classes are designed for your child's development and to support you as parents and caregivers.
Early Childhood Screening is FREE and provides general information about your child's growth and development, identify possible health or learning concerns, and connect you with community resources and programs
Early Ventures Learning Center is a Minnesota Department of Human Services licensed childcare center for children ages 6 weeks until kindergarten entrance located at the Northfield Community Education Center.
We offer classes for children ages 3-5 with morning, afternoon and all-day options to attend 2,3,4 or 5 days per week. We are 4 star rated from the state of Minnesota!
Kid Ventures is a school-age care program through Northfield Public Schools Community Education. Kid Ventures operates before and after school, during the summer, and on most non-school days.
Summer PLUS is a summer academic program for students who have been specially invited and referred based on one or more of the following state and district criteria: academic performance, attendance, mental health or English learner status.
Programming for adults with disabilities.
Find programs canceled due to weather here
Explore, Learn & Grow – Classes for K–12 Students
Basketball, Flag Football, Tennis, Soccer, Lacrosse, Skating and more for students Pre-K to 12th grade.
Refresh or gain the skills and certification necessary to apply first aid, administer CPR, use and AED, and perform lifesaving techniques.
Embark on an adrenaline-pumping adventure through Northfield’s city parks, where quick thinking, teamwork, and determination will guide you to team triumph! You will decipher clues, navigate hidden checkpoints, and conquer exciting challenges—all while racing against other teams at the same time! The race will conclude at Ames Park where you will celebrate by taking on the NinjaAnywhere course, and enjoying the First Responder Community Picnic. This is your chance to turn Northfield into your adventure playground. Whether you’re in it to win or just out for the thrill, this race will create lasting memories and epic stories to tell.
Important to Note!1. You must have a vehicle to transport your team to and from Northfield City Parks.
2. Please arrive to XXXX Park at 5:30 pm to receive race information and equipment.
3. Race instructions will be given at 5:50 pm
4. The race will begin at 6 pm.
5. You must keep an orderly record of the parks you've visited.
6. No cell phones will be needed.
7. Text 612-282-3069 during the race with questions.
8. Northfield Community Education and the City of Northfield are not responsible for any injury or accident occurring from the race. The QR codes are placed with safety in mind. Please closely monitor young children on your team to maintain an injury free, successful race.
9. Come prepared with tennis shoes, water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray, and snacks.
10. The race will not require anyone to climb or dig.
Lastly, please return any accompanying items from challenges, back to where you found them. If you feel something is missing, or out of place, please contact Melissa at 612.282.3069.
