Beginner's Guide to Getting Published If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. You will discover how to: become a “published” writer overnight submit manuscripts the correct way find the right publisher for your work write irresistible query letters determine when and how to get an agent 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop is a must! Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Beginner’s Guide to Using FREE ChatGPT (AI) for Writers ChatGPT (AI) is here to stay and is the future for writers and content creators. Don’t be left behind! No prior AI experience required. Do you want to learn how to incorporate the power of cutting-edge technology to gain ideas and inspiration, write web content, articles, and even novels or scripts? In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to: register for a FREE ChatGPT account input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses build creative content, from stories to marketing copy determine its capabilities and limitations understand ethical/legal considerations using ChatGPT There’s no doubt ChatGPT and similar AI systems will force the job market to evolve. It’s crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills, and be open to working in collaboration with AI, so start building your expertise in the world of ChatGPT now! The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Boiler operators in Minnesota are required to be licensed through the Department of Labor, and this class will ensure your success on the licensing exam with virtually no outside study time. Whether you are taking a Minnesota Special Engineer or Grade C licensing exam, this course will cover what you need to know to pass your boiler exam. This course covers both high and low pressure boilers used in steam and hot water heating, high-pressure, high-temperature hot water boilers used in heating or process installations, and small mechanical-drive steam turbines. Instructor: John Glynn, Retired Boiler Inspector $695 (includes textbook, practice exams, and study materials) Location: Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount OR Via Zoom Registration link: www.dctc.edu/boilers You must register using the registration listed above. When signing up for this course please specify Farmington Community Education in the comment section.

Book Marketing Bootcamp: Promote Like a Pro Without a Publicist Self-published or indie authors—this high-impact session gives you the insider playbook for marketing on a budget. Explore the fastest, smartest ways to grow your author platform, engage readers, leverage social media, organize book launches/signings, run ads, secure reviews, and other proven tactics to turn your book into a must-read and keep sales climbing. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Kidcreate Studios! Ages 3-6 Paint a playful pup surrounded by bubbly fun and colorful plaid. This popular class ignites imagination, sharpens painting skills, and delivers a tail-waggin good time! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

This 4-week course provides Class A CDL training that will prepare participants to pass the Class A CDL driving test and meets all aspects of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Regulations. It is designed for those seeking employment as a Class A Commercial Driver. This training includes: Basic Operation, Safe Operating Procedures, Advanced Operating Procedures, Vehicle Systems, Reporting Malfunctions, and Non Driving Activities.To register for this course please contact Chris Hinrichs at chris.hinrichs@dctc.edu or call 651-423-8238 to inquire.You must register through Dakota County Technical College. Input in comments that you found this offering through Farmington Community Education.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Are you tired of spending hours trying to create graphics for your business, only to feel frustrated with the results in Canva? Learn how to design professional-looking social media posts, flyers, and marketing materials using only the free version of Canva with no design experience required. You'll learn the exact tools, shortcuts, and strategies that make creating beautiful visuals quick and stress-free. By the end of this session, you'll have the skills and confidence to create graphics that attract customers and make your business look polished and professional. A zoom link will be included in the course confirmation email.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and crafters! This online interactive class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva to bring your creative projects to life. You'll learn to design and create everything from custom greeting cards and party invitations to printable wall art, gift tags, and personalized crafts. Whether you're working from scratch or customizing templates, you'll receive step-by-step guidance to turn your ideas into beautiful, print-ready projects. Leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva for all your creative crafting needs. A zoom link will be included in the course confirmation email.

Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This intensive one-hour workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and lesser-known tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half. Zoom link will be given in confirmation.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and novices! This class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva, the easiest design website available, all for free. You'll learn to create stunning designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. Whether it's online documents, business cards, email signatures, or more, you'll leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva effectively and creatively. A zoom link will be included in the course confirmation email.

Young Rembrandts Does your child have a great sense of humor to complement their artistic skills? If so, they’ll love a Young Rembrandts Cartoon class! Students explore the exciting world of cartooning while learning how artists exaggerate shapes, expressions, and movement to bring characters to life. From the bold lettering of Big Words to action-packed drawings like Soccer in Action and imaginative Candy Characters, students stretch their creativity while strengthening drawing technique, exaggeration, and storytelling skills. This lively workshop encourages creative thinking while helping students build confidence in their artistic abilities and develop their own cartoon style.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Unlock the full potential of ChatGPT in this dynamic one-hour masterclass designed for users ready to move beyond the basics. You'll discover advanced prompting techniques like system instructions, multi-shot examples, and chain-of-thought reasoning to get dramatically better results. Learn insider strategies for customizing outputs, managing context, and leveraging ChatGPT for complex tasks including analysis, creative projects, and professional workflows. Walk away with expert-level techniques to transform ChatGPT into a true powerhouse for your specific needs. Zoom link shared in confirmation email.

Cheerleading - Advanced Tumbling Grades 1 - 12 This is a class is for athletes that have tested out of the Back Handspring class or have been evaluated at this level. Athletes will work on adding additional skills such as series tumbling, tucks, layouts and twisting skills. 60 min class. You do not need to be a member of a competitive cheer team to enroll in this class. Pre-Req = Athletes must have a solid standing back handspring and round off back handspring before enrolling in this class Please contact Coach Jen if you aren't sure which level to sign up for! jkroshus@isd192.org

Cheerleading - Back Handspring Tumbling Class Grades K - 12 This is a class is for athletes that have tested out of the Intermediate class or have been evaluated at this level. Athletes will work on learning the fundamentals, body shapes and strength for back handsprings and round off back handsprings. You do not need to be a member of a competitive cheer team to enroll in this class. 60 min class. Pre-Req = Athletes must have a solid round off and back walkover* before enrolling in this class. *Contact Coach Jen for exceptions to the back walkover requirement. Please contact Coach Jen if you aren't sure which level to sign up for! jkroshus@isd192.org

Competition Cheerleading Coaches Grades K-12 Are you a cheerleader looking to improve your jumps? Then join us in the Center Jumper class! We will spend 30 minutes working on jump technique to improve jump height and form. This class will focus on drills to increase leg strength and stamina, while reviewing the components of a jump from the prep to the landing. This class will focus primarily on jumps found in competitive cheer routines.

Cheerleading - Intermediate Tumbling Class Grades K - 12 This is a class is for athletes that have tested out of the Beginner class or have been evaluated at this level. Round Offs and Walkovers are the focus of this class, while also working on increased speed, power and technique of basic tumbling skills. You do not need to be a member of a competitive cheer team to enroll in this class. 60 min class. Pre-Req = Athletes must have a cartwheel before enrolling in this class. Please contact Coach Jen if you aren't sure which level to sign up for! jkroshus@isd192.org