📚🍎 September is full of opportunities to learn, play & connect! 🍎📚

Don’t wait to find something fun to add to your schedule! Luverne Community Education has several classes and activities kicking off next week and throughout September. From sports and recreation to creative activities and opportunities for kids to adults, there’s something for everyone! ❤️

📅 Upcoming September Classes & Camps:
🏓 Recreational Pickleball – Sept. 1
🏐 Volleyball Camp – Grades 1–4 – Sept. 14
🏃 Junior Cardinal Cross Country – Sept. 15
🏐 Women’s Volleyball – Sept. 16
🌳 Fresh Air Fun – Sept. 17
🎨 Open Studio – Sept. 19
🤸 Gymnastics Camp – Sept. 21
🎶 Songbird Children's Choir – Sept. 21

And more!

⏰ Classes are starting next week, so don’t wait to sign up! Some activities have limited space, and we’d love to have you join us.

👉 Check out the Fall Community Education Brochure for class details, fees, and registration information. See the previous post for a link!

🍂✨ The NEW Fall Community Ed Brochure is here! ✨🍂

📖 Find your printed copy in last weekend’s Luverne Announcer OR check it out at this link anytime online!

📝 Registration forms are also available online—or stop by or call us at 507-283-4724 to sign up today!

💡 Did you know? Financial assistance is available for many classes. For more info, contact Child Guide Coordinator Josey Arends at 507-283-4497 or j.arends@isd2184.net
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🍁 Don’t miss out on fun, learning, and community connection this season—get registered today!

The ECFE Play Dates at the Splash Pad event planned for today - Wednesday, August 5 - will be held at the City Park from 10:00-11:00am.

Due to the temperatures being under 70 degrees this morning, we have made the decision to move Play Dates to the park..

☀️ Track Meet Rescheduled Due to Forecasted Heat ☀️

Due to the anticipated high temperatures on Monday, July 13, we have made the decision to postpone the Youth Track & Field Meet.

📅 New Date: Monday, July 27
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Luverne HS Track

📧 Already registered? Please check your email for information on your options if you're unable to attend on the new date.

🏃‍♀️ Youth Track & Field Meet
Children age 4 through students who completed 6th grade are invited to enjoy an evening of running, jumping, and throwing! Events include the 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, and 1600m races, 400m relay, long jump, and softball throw.

📌 Reminder: The Community Education Office is closed July 10–24. If you have questions about the Track Meet, please email da.hoogendoorn@isd2184.net, Dana will respond when she is able.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, July 27!

🤸‍♀️ Another Chance for Preschool Gymnastics! 🤸

Due to the high interest in our June Preschool Gymnastics camps, our gymnastics instructors are offering one more opportunity for your little one to join the fun this summer!

This 4-day camp is a great way for preschoolers to build coordination, balance, confidence, and have lots of fun!

📅 August 3–6
🕘 9:00–9:45 AM
📍 North Small Gym
👧 For children age 4 by August 3 through Kindergarten (use the grade your child attended during the 2025–26 school year)
💲 $40

✨ Class size is limited, and registrations are accepted with payment only. During class, only registered participants will be allowed in the gym.

Please have your child wear comfortable clothing and pull long hair back before class.

📬 Community Education Office Reminder: Our office will be closed July 10–24 and will reopen Monday, July 27. Registration forms and payment may be placed in the drop box located near the Community Education Office entrance while the office is closed.

Don't miss this extra chance—register today before the class fills!

🍯🐝 Sugar Cookie Decorating for Adults 🐻🌼

Looking for a sweet night out? Join us for an evening of creativity, laughter, and delicious fun as you decorate an adorable "Oh Honey" themed cookie set! Instructor Janet Marshall, owner of Yellow Rose Cookie Shoppe, will guide you step-by-step as you create six "bear-y" cute sugar cookies featuring bees, honey, bears, hives, and flowers. 🧸🍪This class is perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to learn the basics of sugar cookie decorating. You'll practice piping with royal icing, learn decorating tips and techniques, and discover the fundamentals of working with cookie dough and icing.

✨ No experience necessary!
🍪 All supplies are provided, including cookies, icing, decorating tools, and a container to take your beautiful creations home.

📅 Wednesday, August 5
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Community Ed Classroom 802
💲 $45

⚠️ Register by Tuesday, July 28!

Reminder: the Community Education office will be closed for summer break July 10–24.

Grab a friend or come on your own for a fun and relaxing evening—you'll leave with new decorating skills and six sweet treats to enjoy!

Contact Community Education at 507-283-4724 to register!

🌼 Seed Saving for Next Year's Garden! 🌱

Did you know many of your favorite garden flowers and plants can provide seeds for next year's garden? Join Seed Saving from Garden Blossoms and learn simple techniques to collect, dry, and store seeds so you can enjoy beautiful blooms and healthy plants year after year.

🌸 Learn how to:
🌿 Choose the best blossoms for seed saving
🌿 Harvest seeds at the right time
🌿 Properly dry and store seeds
🌿 Prepare seeds for next season's planting

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, you'll leave with practical tips you can use right away.

🍂 Bring a few dead blossoms from your own garden to examine and discover the seeds inside!

📅 Monday, August 3
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Community Ed Classroom 802
💲$5
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Teka Siebenaler

Contact Community Education at 507-283-4724 to register and start growing tomorrow's garden from today's blooms! 🌼🌻