Join us Saturday mornings this winter for a fun and relaxing way to exercise! It might be cold outside, but in here the weather is perfect. We have designated paths through Spring Lake Park High School [indoors]. After your 30-40 min walk, stick around to enjoy some friendly company and refreshments. Please park in the lot located on the corner of 81st Ave. and Able St. Participants are encouraged to bring separate walking shoes (especially during the snowy months). Where: Spring Lake Park High School - enter through door #29 Fee: Free – Register online - Walk-ins welcome - onsite registration available *Dates subject to change based on building availability* Sponsored by the Spring Lake Park Lions Club

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. 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 Registered participants will receive a zoom link via email prior to the class date. **Participants are required to supply their own instrument**

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. The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands on instruction. 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 Registered participants will receive a Zoom link prior to the class date. **Participants are required to supply their own instrument**

Calling all puzzle enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a thrilling quest at the second annual Panther Puzzlemania Jigsaw Competition. Rally your squad of up to four members and immerse yourselves in the ultimate puzzle showdown. The challenge: conquer a 500-piece puzzle at warp speed. Top teams in each division will claim victory and fantastic prizes. Plus, the best part? Every team takes home their puzzle, a cherished memento of this epic puzzle adventure. Don't miss your chance to become a puzzle legend! Division 1 - Adult/Competitive: This division is for teams of up to four individuals, including adults and children aged 13 or older. It's perfect for experienced puzzlers, or those seeking a challenge. Division 2 - Family: In this division, teams can consist of up to four members, including at least one child under the age of 13. Additionally, every team in this category must have at least one adult member. This division is geared towards teams with younger children who are looking for a less competitive atmosphere. Division 3 - Adult/Less Competitive: This division is for teams of adults and children over the age of 13 who are new to puzzle competitions and want a less competitive atmosphere. All divisions will compete at the same time. Registration: The cost to register is $40 per team. Only one participant needs to register for their whole team. When prompted to "choose attendee" only select the team captain who is registering. The registering participant will be asked for the other team member's names later during the check-out process. Your team may compete with less than four members, however you will still be competing against full teams. Check-in will begin at 9:30am and the competition will start at 10:00 am. Light refreshments will be available. There will be a puzzle swap table at the event. Please bring in your gently used puzzles to swap them for others that are new to you! Complete set of competition rules will be sent to teams after registration.

SLP Community Education is excited to offer downhill ski opportunities this winter! Ski Movie Day - Jan 22 - 3:15 - 4:30 pm Join us after school for an epic ski movie! This is the perfect chance to hang out with friends, learn about skiing, and build the stoke for three amazing adventures on the mountain. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or brand new to the sport, this fun and relaxing afternoon will get you pumped for winter fun Learn to Ski Day - Feb 12 - Wild Mountain - 8:15 am-5 pm - $50 Includes lift ticket, equipment rentals, and lesson You can bring your own equipment Drop-off/Pick-up at Westwood School Online waiver: https://shop.wildmountain.com/groups/details?gc=26SLP Feb 20 - Hyland Hills 4:30-9 pm - $50 Please select from the dropdown box which option you need, lift ticket only or lift ticket + rentals Bus will leave from Westwood at 4:30 Pick up from Westwood at ~9 pm Feb 27 - Buck Hill - 4:30 - 9 pm - $50 Includes lift ticket and rentals You can bring your own equipment Bus will leave from Westwood at 4:30 Pick up from Westwood at ~9 pm Questions - Contact Chris Lammers - clamme@district16.org