Northfield Community Education

The college search continues to become more complex, making it harder for families to identify right fit schools. Challenges include: Substantial changes to the FAFSA and financial aid may make college more expensive Admission trends and how colleges admit students Testing - some require it now and some don't - what path makes sense? Join us to learn how these changes may impact your family, and new strategies to consider to give your student the best opportunity to be admitted and maximize scholarships and financial aid. If you are the parent of a HS student in grades 9-11, this is incredibly important info you will not want to miss. Register today! Bio Cozy speaks nationally about college, and is passionate about educating families about the process to find the right fit and dispelling myths that cost families money! She is a mom of 5 kids with very different goals for college so she is no stranger to the challenges herself.

This 6-week course will focus on teaching basic behaviors such as sit, down, stay, come, leave it and also loose leash walking. Learn about establishing good daily practices and try fun games to enjoy with your dog in each session. Please bring a 6 ft leash, plenty of soft treats, and baggies to clean up after your dog if needed. No extending (flexi) leashes please. Please indicate your dog's name, age and breed when registering and ensure all necessary dog vaccinations are current. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Class will meet outdoors at the NCEC Athletic Fields. If the weather is poor, we will meet indoors at the NCEC Cafeteria. To learn about instructor Shahar Fearing, visit her website: http://www.fourwindsdogtraining.com/

Increase clarity of mind. Be able to focus on the tasks and projects without the use of medications. Dr. Noel Aldrich will present on ZOOM the current information about ADHD and brain health, the key nutrients your brain needs to function well, and the important lifestyle practices that will allow focus to be a regular part of your life.

Discover how to create eye-catching designs that reflect your unique brands - no graphic design experience required! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the basics of branding (colors, fonts, and style) and use Canva's free tools to design marketing materials like social media posts or flyers. Walk away with a personalized design and the confidence to keep building your brand. Participants should sign up for a free Canva account prior to the branding class. Sign up for your free Canva account here.

Do you feel your finances are out of control? Learn how to reduce financial-related stress by gaining control of your money through creating and working off of a budget. In addition to budgeting, we will also learn techniques to lower your expenses and increase income.

Classes will focus on preparing dogs for the steps for each of the ten American Kennel Club exercises needed in order to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizenship Test. Class will meet outdoors at the NCEC Athletic Fields. If the weather is poor, we will meet indoors at the NCEC Cafeteria. To learn about instructor Shahar Fearing, visit her website: http://www.fourwindsdogtraining.com/

Learn the art of channeling Qi through touch to stimulate five powerful acupressure points. By stimulating these points, you can help yourself or a friend heal from injury or pain by supporting the flow of qi through specific meridians in the body. You do not need to have experience in Qigong or energy work. Bring yourself or a friend.

Impress your friends with your culinary creativity and create beautiful edible gifts! Learn techniques for decorating sugar cookies with royal icing and take home your tasty creations. All supplies included.

Create a set of 25 handmade cards – five cards in each of five different themes (such as birthday, thank you, sympathy, masculine, blank, or more). All supplies will be cut, packaged, and ready for you to stamp and assemble. Materials, envelopes, stamps, inks, and tools are included. Each session includes different themes to choose from. Please bring your own adhesive (double-stick tape, glue stick, or tape runner). These are available at any craft store or can be purchased from the instructor during class. Please note: to allow time for the instructor to prepare materials, kindly register before Thursday, March 12, 2026 for the March 19 class and Thursday, May 7 for the May 14 class.

Learn about the responsibilities and powers of an executor or trustee and consider how assets and debts that fall under your control will be handled. Find out how the Will, Trust and laws affect your decisions. The goal of this class is to provide you with an understanding of the basics, with the help of forms and charts you can use. Your questions are welcome!

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In 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. Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all. And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. This class will emphasize the learning of Christmas songs. A recording of the class is included as well. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 13+. Topics include: How chords work in a song How to form the three main types of chords How to tune your guitar Basic strumming patterns How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) How to play along with simple tunes About the instructor: Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director. He has over 30 years’ experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years. He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.

In 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. Since this class is being held online with ZOOM you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all. And since this course includes an online book and online follow up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands on instruction. This class will emphasize the learning of Christmas songs. Topics include:  How chords work in a song  How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it  How to form the three main types of chords  How to handle different keys and time signatures  How to avoid “counting”  How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords Instructor information: Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director. He has over 30 years’ experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years. He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.

Do you have a passion for voiceovers? Want to earn income using your talents from the comfort of your home? Explore the fun, rewarding possibilities of the growing remote voiceover industry! Discover the current trends in the industry and how easy and affordable it can be to learn, set up and work from home. You’ll learn about different types of voiceovers and tools you’ll need to find success. You’ll get a comprehensive introduction into the voice over industry. You’ll learn through real life accounts of jobs your instructor has booked and get an inside look at their experience. Then it’s time to read a script and receive some coaching and performance ideas. You’ll receive a professional voiceover evaluation later in a follow up call. One-time, 90-minute, introductory class. Learn more at http://www.voicesforall.com/ooo. 18 and over. Upon registration you will be contacted by VFA to schedule your class for a day and time of your convenience.

Take control of your health and improve your quality of life with a personalized whole foods approach designed to help stabilize blood sugar and support healthy weight management. Join Dr. Noel Aldrich, Licensed Nutritionist, for this online introductory presentation focused on natural strategies to manage blood sugar—without relying on medications or monitors. Participate from the comfort of your home and learn practical tools to support your wellness journey.

Make the stars your old friends as we watch the great celestial show in the skies over Northfield! Get to know constellations like the Big Bear, Cygnus the Swan, Pegasus the Winged Horse, and many more. You’ll hear many fun stories about how some of these constellations found their way to the heavens. There will be giant telescopes aimed at the Moon, Saturn, star clusters, galaxies, and more. New video telescopes will display live images of distant celestial treasures in amazing color! Take home a great complimentary handout package of star maps, constellation charts, as well as great websites and app recommendations. Also included is a practical telescope buying guide. Mike Lynch is a retired WCCO Radio meteorologist and has been hosting star parties and teaching astronomy classes for over 50 years. He also writes a weekly stargazing column for the St. Paul Pioneer Press and is the author of the book “Stars, a Month by Month Tour of the Constellations.” Books will be available for purchase at the program. Select Mike Lynch celestial photos, and super cool glow-in-the-dark star shirts will also be available for sale. The Great Night Sky is Waiting! Enrollment is limited to 60 people to ensure a great experience for everyone. Recommended for ages 6 years-adult. Bring lawn chairs and dress for the weather.

Personalized nutrition can create the healing space you need for health and wellness. The right nutrition provides the building blocks for your body to produce energy, repair, and sustain proper function. Changes in life will place different demands on your body requiring changes in nutrition. Finding the best answers to your nutrition questions is how a licensed nutritionist can help. A personal nutritionist can be a primary health resource for you to reach your health goals. Appointments can be virtual, or in person in Northfield. Fee includes 1 hour appointment. For more info, please visit: www.nutritionproportion.net

You’ve paid into Social Security your whole career—now it’s time to make it work for you. This workshop offers clear answers to common questions and serves as a starting point for your retirement planning journey. While there’s no one-size-fits-all strategy, we’ll help you take the first steps toward informed decisions. Recommended for adults over 50 years of age.

Approaching retirement? This workshop is designed to help you navigate key financial decisions before and after you retire. Whether you're nearing retirement or newly retired, gain tools and insights to make confident choices for your future. Intended for adults 50 years and older.

Why plant a rain garden? It will beautify your lawn, capture rainwater, reduce stormwater runoff — and the City of Northfield and Dakota County Soil & Water Conservation District can help you pay for it! Attend this FREE in-person class and learn about the benefits of rain gardens and how to plan and install your own. You'll learn where to put your rain garden, how to choose the right plants, and what cost-share programs exist to help you pay for the project. Please bring your questions and your ideas! This class is sponsored by the City of Northfield, Clean River Partners, and Dakota County SWCD.