Explore women artists’ contributions across art history, from the Middle Ages to today, examining key works and movements from the Renaissance, Impressionism, Contemporary art and periods in between. 9/9: The Middle Ages, the Renaissance and the Baroque Period - Caterina Van Hemessen, Sofonisba Anguissola, Artemisia Gentileschi, Judith Layster 10/7: Impressionism and Early Modern Art - Mary Cassatt, Berthe Morisot, Frida Kahlo, Georgia O'Keeffe 11/4: The Women of Abstract Expressionism - Helen Frankenthaler, Joan Mitchell, Grace Hartigan, Elaine de Kooning, Lee Krasner 12/2: Into the 21st Century - Cindy Sherman, the Guerrilla Girls, Marina Abramovic

This class will build from basic to more advanced topics of bicycle repair and maintenance. Many of your bike issues can be solved in this class! Topics include:• Bicycle parts identification• Trailside repair basics• Shifting adjustments• Brake adjustments• Chain cleaning and maintenance• How to repair and replace a tube (fix a flat tire)• Proper tire inflation• Basic bike safety checksPlease bring a bike, especially one that needs a little work. This is a hands-on learning experience designed to help you become more confident maintaining and repairing your own bicycle.

Focus on building conversational skills through interactive practice. Engage in small conversations and explore cultural insights like word origins and dialects. Topics include greetings, pronunciation, numbers, food, clothing and basic grammar. Zoom access and basic computer skills required.

Build on conversational skills for directions, restaurants and everyday interactions. Learn vocabulary on weather, dates, family and key verbs like ser and tener. Explore cultural topics on food, family and friendships. Open to new and returning students. Zoom access and basic computer skills required.

Enhance conversation skills through interactive lessons on AR verbs, future tense, prepositions and more. Practice making plans, discussing preferences and exploring holiday traditions in Spanish-speaking countries. Open to new students and previous Beginner Spanish Part 1 and 2 conversation participants. Zoom access and basic computer skills required.

Mahjongg is a captivating game with a rich history and diverse variations. We'll start with the very basic steps and teach you the strategies for playing the game. All equipment will be provided. Join us and immerse yourself in the timeless tradition of Mahjongg!

Have a question about your family history, or feel like you're close to a breakthrough but need help? Join this interactive class and gain access to a genealogist's best insights and expertise. During this group Q&A, you’ll be able to: Get targeted advice for overcoming your toughest research roadblocks Uncover fresh strategies to dive deeper into your family’s past Gain insights from others’ questions that uncover new paths for your own research

Learn to mine census documents for family gold. We'll dive into both federal and state census records, and use them to expand your family tree and uncover fascinating details about your ancestors' lives.

Learn to mine census documents for family gold. We'll dive into both federal and state census records, and use them to expand your family tree and uncover fascinating details about your ancestors' lives.

Join the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership’s Community Climate Leaders program to take action, prepare your community and connect with motivated peers committed to resilience and thriving futures together. This eight-week program includes: Five online modules covering climate change basics, what climate change looks like in Minnesota, accessible climate actions you can take, how to amplify your impact by working in community, how to integrate climate justice and leadership skills Four in-person sessions including group discussions, climate communication and story telling and community mapping A stepping stone project to make plans for taking climate action in your community A copy of The Climate Action Handbook by Dr. Heidi Roop with other program materials

Discover the world of cruising in this fun, informative session! Learn how to choose cruise lines, pick cabins, plan excursions, avoid mistakes and cruise smart on budget and in style.

Explore popular DNA kits, interpret results and use them to enhance your family research. You'll also learn to navigate unexpected matches and understand the pros and cons of genetic testing in genealogy.

Explore popular DNA kits, interpret results and use them to enhance your family research. You'll also learn to navigate unexpected matches and understand the pros and cons of genetic testing in genealogy.

Discover how traditional research and DNA analysis work together to unlock your family's past. We'll explore advanced tools, address common misconceptions and help you leverage both fields to enrich your family history journey.

Enjoy two engaging, photo-rich talks exploring fascinating wildlife research and rare species encounters. We'll highlight conservation challenges, unusual animals and real field experiences during expeditions in Africa and Indonesia. The first talk will describe a long term study of elephants in Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania, showing the impact that poaching has on elephants and why old females are so important in elephant society. We will also discuss steps being taken to combat elephant poaching. The second talk will be about an expedition to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia to look for rare species of mammals. It will showcase hairless wild pigs, tiny night monkeys with enormous eyes and the rediscovery of a rat species that hadn't been seen for over 100 years.

Explore powerful techniques to connect with, understand and release emotions that block inner peace—restoring balance, clarity and a deeper connection to yourself.

Planning a family vacation doesn’t have to be overwhelming! Discover tips for traveling with kids, choosing the right cruise and making sure everyone has an amazing, stress-free experience.

Interest in the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo has skyrocketed in recent years, with versions of her being included in Disney - Pixar’s "Coco" and Mattel's "Inspiring Women" Barbie dolls. Take a deeper look into Kahlo's biography, her relationship with famed muralist Diego Rivera, her Surrealist movement involvement and the duality that permeates her work. 6/9/26 - A Life Less Ordinary (biography) 7/15/26 - I Paint My Own Reality (surrealism) 8/11/26 - The Two Fridas (duality in life and work)

Begin your family history journey with confidence! Learn essential skills to start building your family tree. Discover how to organize your research, access vital records and navigate common roadblocks.

Begin your family history journey with confidence! Learn essential skills to start building your family tree. Discover how to organize your research, access vital records and navigate common roadblocks.

Have you lived in Germany, learned German previously or want to improve your skills? Discover how German families live their daily lives, the food they eat and where they live. Class Resources:Die neue Linie 1 A1.1 text and Google Classroom

Focus on sharing German texts, discussing stories and watching films to enhance your German language skills and cultural understanding. For students with prior German Experience. This class meets weekly via Zoom, with course materials and resources available through the Google Classroom learning management system. Join us as we continue to explore the culture, people and language of the German-speaking world!

Join us for a fun, interactive and informative session on Muslims and their beliefs. Learn about Islam, Muslims and their culture. Test your knowledge with a quiz and win exciting prizes. There will also be opportunities to ask difficult and hot questions to the host during the "hot seat" activity.