Design, print and power your own creations! Use Tinkercad to create a 3D-model of robot parts and learn basic DC circuits to bring your robots to life. By the end of the week, you will have built two working robots—a sketchbot and a drive bot—while developing creativity, problem-solving and engineering skills using a laptop and mouse.

Design, print and test your own vehicles using 3D printing and Tinkercad. Build a self-powered car and a DC motor–powered car while exploring motion, energy and design principles. Test, refine, and race your creations as you turn ideas into real, working machines!

A mini-retreat for incoming 6th graders to ease the transition to middle school with fun team-building activities, workshops and skill-building for success. Connect with new classmates and build confidence! With a mix of games, icebreakers, and goal-setting exercises, this retreat will help set the stage for a successful and engaging school year. This program is not in partnership with the schools and will not at this time be offering tours of the school.

Build confidence and shine with polished first impressions, conversations and dining skills. Practice real-world etiquette from networking to video calls and step up with poise in every situation! This interactive class builds your self-confidence as you learn important life-long skills that help you succeed in life. Topics include outstanding first impressions, introductions, dining etiquette and more! You will be encouraged to practice the skills that were learned following each class. Topics Include: First Impressions & Communication Master your first impression – Learn how to introduce yourself with confidence and make a great first impression. Conversation skills & networking – Master small talk, active listening and how to keep a conversation going without awkward silences. Digital Etiquette Own your virtual presence – Tips to look and sound your best on video calls. Tech manners that matter – Learn when (and when NOT) to use your phone, email etiquette and video call dos and don’ts. Dining Etiquette Formal dining made easy – No stress! Learn how to handle formal dinners, tricky utensils and proper table manners. Table etiquette 101 – What to do with your napkin, how to signal you're done eating and how to avoid common dining mistakes.

Learn to think on your feet, gain self-confidence, have fun and improve your skills for work, home or school. No experience necessary. If you think, “This is just for young folks,” the majority of our adult students are in their 50s and 60s, and the oldest was 93! Classes are taught by instructors from Stevie Ray’s Improv Company, one of the longest running improv theaters in Minnesota. The class culminates with a recital for family and friends at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, located at the famous Chanhassen Dinner Theatre! Stevie Ray’s Improv Company is one of the longest running improv theaters in Minnesota. The class culminates with you performing a recital for family and friends at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, located at the famous Chanhassen Dinner Theatre! Students will finish off their program by having a recital at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre for their friends and family. Audience members will be charged $5 to come and watch the recital. This goes towards the staff of Stevie Ray for hosting the show and Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. Once a recital date & time has been determined, the Program Manager will reach out with further details. Chanhassen Dinner Theatre 501 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN 55317

Big adventures, built indoors! Design shelters, build bridges and create solar ovens for s’mores—all while learning teamwork, creativity and engineering skills. Every project sparks curiosity and adventure—no hiking boots needed!

Spend a week exploring the wonders of the shore with hands-on STEM fun—all indoors! Dig for fossils, make squishy sand slime, craft coral reefs, explore tide pools and uncover hidden ocean treasures. Every activity is playful, hands-on, and full of adventure for young ocean explorers!

Learn the basic knowledge about sewing and create projects from scratch. We will be using hands and sewing machine techniques. All material included.

Get prepared to stay home alone, safely. You’ll learn first aid, safety procedures and what to do in severe weather. We will also review phone skills, explore fun snack ideas and learn interactive games and activities.

Why sit in front of the TV and watch cartoons when you can draw amazing characters and awesome scenes of your very own? Create dazzling illustrations that are influenced by popular Japanese anime and manga themes. Colorful characters with expressive personalities jump off the page. Be delighted as we create drawings that emulate the popular anime and manga art styles. Don’t miss out on an exciting opportunity to produce wonderful artwork.

Explore different art styles and cultural traditions from around the globe. Create Aboriginal dot paintings, Japanese ink art or Mexican folk art-inspired pieces! Each project will introduce you to new techniques, patterns, and the rich history behind each art form, fostering an appreciation for global cultures and artistic expression. Please bring a nut-free snack, water bottle and recess attire.

Pick up your art box to create four masterpieces! Work at your own pace in the comfort of your home. Designed by Kidcreate Studio for students in grades K-9 The kit contains: An easy-to-follow lesson plans. Art materials needed to create your masterpieces. A surprise gift! Important Pick-Up Information: June Boxes will be available for pick-up starting June 11th at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8 am-4:30 PM. Registration due: May 26th. July Boxes will be available for pick-up starting July 6th at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8 am-4:30 PM. Registration due: June 22nd. August Boxes will be available for pick-up starting August 3rd at the Minnetonka Community Ed Center (4584 Vine Hill Road, Excelsior, MN 55331). Building Hours: 8 am-4:30 PM. Registration due: July 20th. Available Boxes: Vincent Van Gogh Art Box Unleash creativity with this art box! Packed with premium supplies and educational materials about Van Gogh, kids explore his techniques while creating four guided masterpieces. From sunflowers to starry nights, inspire artistic growth and confidence step by step! Each box contains a surprise gift for your child! Claude Monet Art Box Ignite your child's creativity with the Monet Art Box! Packed with vibrant supplies and engaging lessons on Monet's life, kids learn his techniques while creating four guided masterpieces. From dreamy water lilies to lush gardens, inspire confidence and artistic growth! Each box contains a surprise gift for your child! Henri Matisse Art Box Unleash creativity with the Matisse Art Box! Packed with premium supplies and lessons on Matisse's bold style, kids explore his use of color and form while creating four guided artworks. Fun, educational, and inspiring, it's perfect for growing young artists' confidence! Each box contains a surprise gift for your child!

Learn leadership, safety, basic care, first aid and rescue skills to become the best-certified babysitter on the block! Must be 11-16 years of age as of the day of class. Please bring a peanut and tree nut-free lunch, a snack and a beverage to class. Students receive an MCE certified babysitter bag with a handbook, activities and first aid kit. Certification received: American Red Cross Babysitter Training Certificate (valid for 10 years).

It’s a Tale as Old as Time! Choose a character, learn music and choreography and create your own musical. Learn how to properly speak your lines, block a scene, develop your character and much more! We will also play fun, creative theater games. All that is needed are comfortable clothing and shoes, a nut free snack and a water bottle. Friends and family are invited to a special performance beginning the final 30 minutes on Thursday!

Wake up every morning to the smell of these freshly-baked treats! Learn two deliciously simple recipes that will become a weekly breakfast favorite! All supplies are included. On the Menu: Cinnamon Roll Muffins Paleo Banana Bread

Are you up for a LEGO® brick challenge? Do you have what it takes to be a master builder? If so, you are in the right place. We’ve saved our most challenging engineering projects (a robotic dog, motorized bug, race cars and more) for this camp. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site or program. Please bring a water bottle and nut free snack.

Get ready for a wild burst of color! Dive into the world of paint using techniques like tempera on canvas, watercolor wonders, multimedia textures and more. Each day brings a new project filled with bold splashes, bright blends, and creative surprises. From big, messy strokes to delicate details, you’ll explore your own painting style and bring home masterpieces worth showing off. It’s all about creativity, color, and fun! Don’t forget to bring a nut-free snack, water bottle, and recess attire—it’s time to make art!