2011 winter/spring schedule - tracy area public schools

Tracy Area Community Education & Recreation934 Pine St. • Tracy, MN

(507) 629-5510

2011 Winter/Spring

Schedule

Table of conTenTs

What is Community Education? ............................ 3Adult Learning Center ............................................. 4Adult Basic Education Classes ................................ 4Community Education ............................................. 8Computer & Technology Classes ........................... 9Special Events ........................................................... 9Health & Safety Classes ......................................... 10Recreation & Fitness .............................................. 14Youth Activities & Programs ................................ 15ABE, GED, ESL .......................................................... 18Park Information ..................................................... 19County & Other Services ....................................... 19Winter Storm Facts ................................................. 20Tracy Organizations ............................................... 21How to Register ...................................................... 22Registration Forms ................................................. 23

Community EvEnts• February 12, 2011 – Tracy Area Chamber of Commerce Annual

Banquet at the Caboose. • March18,2011 - Gary Rue and Laura MacKenzie at Tracy Presbyterian

Church• April2&3,2011 – Tracy Community Choir, TBA• April 16 & 17, 2011 – Tracy Area Sportsmen’s Show at Veteran’s

Memorial Center• April17,2011 – Arts in the Afternoon at Tracy Alliance Church, 2:00pm• April30,2011–Prairie Women’s Expo at Veterans Memorial Center• May1,2011 – Tracy Dance Studio Recital at Tracy Area High School

Gym• May14,2011 – Marrietta College, Celia Brockway, TBA• May18,2011 – Burger’s and Band’s at Veterans Memorial Center.• May30,2011 – Memorial Day Celebration• July2011 – Crazy Day• July24,2011 – Gary Keller and Sons, TBA• LaborDayWeekend – 84th Box Car Day Celebration

PurPose - Mission stateMent:The Community Education program is a year-round community driven service for all ages providing educational, recreational, social, and cultural activities at reasonable fees to promote life-long learning for the citizens of the Tracy area.

Tracy communiTy educaTion & recreaTion advisory board

Kelly Fricke Monica Headlee Becky IversonAudrey Koopman Sara Larson Dave MarletteCharles Reinert Chris Schons Charlie Snyder Nikki Swanson Bill Tauer June TerharkPeggy Zwach

What is Community Education?Community Education is an opportunity for local citizens and community schools, agencies, and institutions to become active partners in addressing edu-cation and community concerns.

Community Education brings community members together to identify and link community needs and resources in a manner that helps people to help them-selves raise the quality of life in their communities.

Community Education is a unique education concept that embraces these beliefs: Education is a lifelong process; everyone in the community—individu-als, businesses, public and private agencies— shares responsibility for the mission of educating all members of the community; and citizens have a right and a responsibility to be involved in determining community needs, identifying community resources, and linking those needs and resources to improve their community.

Community Education results in: A responsive education system and an improved learning climate in the schools; efficient and cost-effective ways of delivering education and community services; broad-based community support for schools and other community agencies; an emphasis on special populations, such as at-risk youth and minorities; and collective action among all education and community agencies to address quality of life issues.

Working together - through Community Education - communities can address such concerns as child care and extended day care programs; substance abuse; senior citizen services; student achievement/school effectiveness; community pride/support for schools; unemployment/underemployment; literacy/diploma and degree completion; community economic development; and many other community ideas.

If you or your business/organization have a need that Community Education could address or if you have resources to share, please contact Tracy Communi-ty Education at 629-5510. For further information about Community Education in Minnesota log on to www.mn-mcea.org.

For cancellation of programs due to inclement weather, listen to local radio stations:

KKCK - 99.7 (FM) KARZ - 107.5 (FM) KARL - 105.1 (FM) KMHL - 1400 (AM)

area adulT learninG cenTersLyon County Government Center607 West Main Street, Marshall, MN 56258507-537-7046Pat Thomas, Education Coordinator

Marshall Area ABE is a FREE Program investing in adults to assist them in gaining the skills needed to succeed in today’s world. Please use our website at www.marshalladulteducation.org for more details regarding schedules and services available at all sites within our consortium.

Classes are also available at the Walnut Grove Elementary School. Please contact Jeannie Kelsey at 507-859-2141 for more information on Adult Education Classes at Walnut Grove.

GED (General Educational Development Certificate/High School Equivalency) - Classes for those who want to prepare for the GED examinationESL (English as a Second Language) - For adult learners whose native language is not English. Classes are available from beginner to advanced levels. Better English skills can lead to better jobs.

Basic Skills Enhancement – Classes are for learners who need goal-specific basic skills such as work-related math, reading or basic computer literacy. Generally considered “brush-up” and does not lead to a diploma or GED.

Reading Enhancement Classes – For individuals who want to learn to read or enhance their fluency and comprehension skills in a non-threatening, confidential setting.Driver’s Education – Study is designed to help the student attain the Minnesota driving permit and license.

Citizenship Education – Helps prepare Minnesota non-citizens for the INS US citizenship exam including application preparation and English language instruction.Workplace Literacy – For second language learners seeking skills to become more employable.

Computer Skills – Individualized instruction to gain basic computer skills for employment. Student must be referred to the program by the WorkForce Center or be enrolled in another ABE program to access the service.

The Marshall Area Adult Learning Center is open: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Other times by appointment. Call 507-537-7046 for more information.

adulT WoodWorKinG This is a class for those with or without experience in woodworking. Come in with a plan or picture and measurements of the project you wish to make. Dick Jacobsen, an experienced teacher, supervises this Class. Wood can be purchased from the school wood shop

DATE: Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 TIME: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.SITE: Tracy Area High School Wood Shop #204FEE: $40.00 for an individual, plus materials $65.00 for a couple, plus materialsINST: Dick Jacobsen

Adult Education Classes

Adult Learning Centers

55 alive 4 Hour course Minnesota Safety Council’s Defensive Driving 55+ Refresher 4 hour course. If you have taken a state approved, eight hour defensive driving course in the past, you can renew your 10%, three year car insurance discount by taking this state-approved refresher course. There is no driving test and no written test, you will receive a certificate of completion to provide to your insurance company.

DATE: March 1st (Tuesday)TIME: 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.SITE: Tracy Senior Center, 200 3rd St.FEE: $14.00Register by February 23rd OrDATE: March 28th (Monday)TIME: 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.SITE: Tracy Senior Center, 200 3rd St.FEE: $14.00Register by March 23rd

55 alive 8 Hour course Minnesota Safety Council Defensive Driving 55+ Basic 8 hour course. Join others 55 and older to improve your over all driving skills. This defensive driving series has a proven record of reducing accidents and traffic violations. Upon completing this course, you will receive a 10% reduction in your insurance (Certificates provided). There is no driving test and no written test!

DATE: April 13th & 14th (Wednesday & Thursday)TIME: 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.SITE: Tracy Senior Center, 200 3rd St.FEE: $14.00 Register by April 7th

esTaTe PlanninG 101: Death, Probate and Taxes…Oh, My!Estate Planning 101 covers the basics everyone should know about estate planning. Learn how to avoid probate, taxes and other estate problems in a fun and relaxed classroom setting. Certified Elder Law Attorney, Hannon T. Ford will teach the class about Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives or Living Wills and more.

DATE: May 3 (Tuesday)TIME: 6:30pmSITE: Tracy Area High SchoolFEE: FREE, you must still register!Register by April 27th

advanced esTaTe PlanninG: The Rest of the StoryAdvanced Estate Planning covers the strategies that estate planning attorneys use to reduce taxes for larger estates, protect assets from creditors, charitable giving techniques and legacy planning. Participants will learn the uses of Irrevocable Trusts, Life Insurance, Limited Liability Companies, Charitable Trusts and more. What will our government’s action or inaction do to a family farm or business? How can we plan to protect ourselves and our heirs? Estate Planning Attorney, Hannon T. Ford will answer your estate planning questions.

DATE: May 10 (Tuesday)TIME: 6:30pmSITE: Tracy Area High SchoolFEE: FREE, you must still register! Register by May 4th

KniTTinG circleThis class is for both beginners and advanced knitters. You can come with a project in mind or let Jean give you suggestions. The instructor is Jean Miller.

DATE: Starting Monday, January 24th and running for 10 weeks (No class on 2/14)TIME: 6:00 – 8:00p.m.SITE: Prairie View Nursing HomeFEE: $20.00

cna TraininGCertified Nursing Assistant training will prepare you for a growing career in the healthcare industry, including in-home healthcare, nursing homes, hospitals, or clinics. This training opportunity is funded from a FastTRAC Stimulus Grant with collaboration from the following organizations:• SW Adult Basic Education • SW MN Private Industry Council • Minnesota West Community & Technical College

GeneralInformation:• Free classes for those committed to

enhancing employment• Earn 3 college credits from Minnesota

West Community & Technical College• Funding will provide CNA instruction for

16 individuals in each scheduled session• Plan to dedicate four days per week for

six weeks• Times to be determined• You must commit to a minimum of 130

hours to receive the certificate• Location of classes will be determined by

the number of interested individuals on the waiting list and availability of jobs in the region

PreviousClassSites: Marshall, MN, Redwood Falls, MN, Ortonville, MNFor more information, contact Marshall Adult Basic Education at (507) 537-7046

indusTrial mainTenance TraininGThis program is designed to give participants the basic technical skills needed for entry-level positions in the Manufacturing and Renewable Energy industries. Individuals wishing to advance their career opportunities in the future will have a solid foundation of skills to build upon with continued studies. Successful completion of all courses will result in an Industrial Maintenance certificate. See our Partners: SW Adult Basic Education, SW MN Private Industry Council, MN West Community and Technical College General Information: (click the photo below to view the flyer)

The schedule for classes will be as follows (subject to change):• Marshall – currently running - October 25, 2010 - January 30, 2011• Granite Falls/Monte – beginning February 7th, 2011• Worthington/Jackson – beginning July/August 2011• TBD – beginning January 2012 Plan to dedicate 4 hours per day, 4 days per week - attendance is REQUIRED at all classes. Times to be determined.FREE Classes for those committed to enhancing employment and who meet eligibility requirementsFunding, supported by MSESP and FastTRAC grant monies, will provide Industrial Maintenance training for 8-12 individuals per course (seven total courses)

Courses include:Mechanical Power Transmission (Online) 24 HoursIndustrial Safety (Online) 24 HoursElectrical Controls 80 HoursProgrammable Logic Controls 40 HoursFluid Power 24 HoursWelding 40 HoursBoiler Engineering 8 HoursAll courses must be completed to receive the Industrial Maintenance Certificate Eligibility:Initially determined by Literacy and Math levels (must be assessed by Adult Basic Education)Priority given to individuals enrolled in and actively attending ABE classes, individuals working within the WorkForce system, or referred by an employer and committed to completing all four coursesClasses are NOT available to anyone enrolled in the K-12 public school systemFor more information or to apply, contact the Marshall ABE office at (507) 537-7046

The following classes are sponsored by Shetek Environmental Learning Center. Classes are held at the Lake Shetek Environmental Learning Center. Phone Vicki at 507-763-3567 for more information.

suGarbusH boil-offMaple Tree tapping demonstrations at 11:00am & 12:30pm on Sunday, March 27th. No registration or fee. Try your hand at tossing a tomahawk, and learn the legend of how maple syrup was discovered. Pancake dinner 10:30am – 1:00pm with free will donation. Located on Shetek Lutheran Ministries grounds. Groups of 12 or more may schedule a March Maple Syruping Program. Phone Vicki at 507-763-3567 for more information.

creaTe a buTTerfly HouseCome to the Shetek Environmental Learning Center and learn about the amazing life cycle of the butterfly! Receive 3-5 caterpillars and create your own butterfly house where the caterpillars will live until they transform into Painted Lady Butterflies a few weeks later. This activity is recommended for kids 4-12 years old, accompanied by an adult. Call 507-763-3567 to register. DATE: April 30th (Saturday)TIME: 2:00pm – 4:30pmSITE: Lake Shetek Environmental Learning CenterFEE: $12.75 per project, plus $4.50 per child.Registration deadline: 4/13/11

snoWsHoe maKinG weekend workshopEnjoy the rewards of making your own pair of traditional Ojibwe or Bearpaw snowshoes in this 2 day workshop (ashwood/pre-bent frames). Meals and snacks are provided while we work in front of a cozy fire in the old Red Cloud Log Cabin located on Keeley Island, Lake Shetek. Overnight lodge accommodations available. Call 507-763-3567 for more details and to register. DATE: March 19th & 20th (Saturday & Sunday)TIME: March 19th 9:00am – 7:00pm March 20th 9:00am – 4:00pmSITE: Lake Shetek, Environmental Learning CenterFEE: $163.00

uniTed Way of souTHWesT minnesoTaVolunteer Connection – Get connected with opportunities to be involved with organizations in the area that need and appreciate volunteers: one-time projects, group activities, ongoing opportunities, leadership roles. Access the Volunteer Connection at www.unitedwayswmn.org (volunteer tab) or by calling United Way of Southwest Minnesota, 507-929-2273.

Home sTreTcH Thinking of Buying a Home? Sign-up for a Home Stretch Class before you buy.Making southwest Minnesota home is even easier with Home Stretch homebuyer education. The course connects participants with lenders, real estate agents, tax preparers, and other experts who can advise on purchasing a home. Home Stretch is offered in a multitude of communities throughout southwestern Minnesota, with day, evening, and weekend class times. To register or for more information on local Home Stretch classes, visit www.swmhp.org

need a ride?Drivers will assist passengers from the curb of the pick-up location to the curb of the rider’s destination. Drivers can assist passenger’s while entering and exiting the vehicle.Heartland Express services Lyon County residents. A volunteer driver program is available. Phone the dispatch office at 537-1416 or 1-800-658-2448 between 7:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday to schedule rides or for further information. Call (507)532-7628 to pre-schedule rides. Available to serve everyone.

fosTer/adoPTive ParenTs neededLincoln, Lyon and Murray Human Services (to be known as Southwest Health & Human Services as of January 1, 2011) is looking for foster/adoptive parents of all races/ethnicities interested in fostering/adoption of area children in need. Especially needed are foster/adoptive families/individuals willing to foster/adopt ages 10-21, families/individuals who can take sibling groups, and/or families/individuals who are Hispanic or African American. It is up to you to tell us which children (ages, gender, etc.) will best fit into your family and whose needs you can best meet. Can you help? For more information, please contact Sharon at 507-337-0205 or Scott at 800-657-3811, ext 2020.

r.o.c.K. suPPorT GrouP(raising our children’s kids)Are you or someone you know the primary caregiver of a grandchild? Are you looking for information on your rights, responsibilities, and services available to caring individuals who have opened their homes and hearts to their grandchildren? Would you like to talk to other people who may have experienced similar joys and challenges?

If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, R.O.C.K. may be a great resource for you! The R.O.C.K. Support Group holds monthly meetings, the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Marshall Area YMCA in Marshall at 7:00pm. September through May. Each month, a different topic is discussed. There are often speakers that offer pertinent information to the group, as well as resources that may be useful to caregivers. Each meeting also has a time set aside for sharing and caring. If you know a grandparent or kin caregiver, please inform them of this support group. Child care is available free of charge if you R.S.V.P. to Western Community Action at 507-537-1416 or 1-800-658-2448 forty eight (48) hours before the meeting. For more information contact Nancy Vierstraiete at 507-537-1416. The R.O.C.K. Support Group is made possible in part by funding from the United Way of SWMN and Child Cares Choices “Provided with Title III-E NFCS grant funding through MN Area Agencies on Aging and the MN Board on Aging.”

Community Education

Web based classes – GroWTH sTraTeGies now with live video instructorsGrowth Strategies is a wholesale provider of instructor-led online courses to the lifelong learning, continuing education and community education industries. More than 300 college and educational partners offer our online courses. These online courses are not ho, hum “text on a screen”, type courses, but are highly interactive and instructor-led. Our user-friendly, online classrooms utilize state-of-the-art audio and video. Visit the Growth Strategies website for more information. www.gsinet.org

a cHamber celebraTion!“staying connected by Working Together”You are invited to join us for fun at the 107th Tracy Area Chamber Annual Banquet!Saturday, February 12, 2011 at The Caboose, Tracy. Social Hour-5pm, Dinner-6pm, Awards Ceremony-7pm (Boss, Chamber Member, Citizen and Farmer of the Year, Exceptional Volunteer and the Diamond Award will be announced!)

Entertainment by JAMES WEDGWOOD-8pm (Comic ventriloquist from GL Berg Entertainment)

Door Prizes and Silent Auction winners-9pm

Tickets are $20 each (Advance ticket sales are most appreciated so that we can have an accurate count of people planning to attend)

Everyone is invited! (You don’t have to be a chamber member to attend)Questions ~ please call the Tracy Area Chamber at 629-4021

4TH annual ParenT educaTion sPeaKer ‘ParenTinG on PurPose’ author, ada alden, Tuesday, march 227:00pm – 9:00pm at the Marshall High School TheaterAda introduces parents to her simple but effective Red, Yellow, Green framework from her book: Parenting on Purpose: Red, Yellow, Green Framework for Respectful Discipline. This framework is a way to think about parenting in order to raise a well-cared-for, self-reliant child. The framework provides parents a way to deliver direct and clear messages, establish necessary rituals and routines and communicate family values, beliefs and expectations. She will also include information regarding cyberbullying and texting. Responsibility + Self Reliance = Independence

Computer & Technology Classes

Special Events

Stop at the DiStrict 2904 officeBuy your SeaSon SportS ticket now

For admission to regular season sporting eventsAdult Punch Card: 10 events for $40.00

or $85.00 for the school year.Individual tickets for home events are:

K-12 $4.00, Adult $6.00

babysiTTinG TraininG/Jr. cHild careThis is a certified 7 hour class designed for young people ages 11-15 that care for siblings, baby-sit, stay home alone or are around younger children on a regular basis. It teaches them how to handle medical emergencies and illnesses; perform first aid and infant/child CPR; supervise young children and to perform basic care routines such as diapering, feeding and dressing children. Students should bring a brown bag lunch, snacks and beverages for the day.

DATE: March 5th (Saturday)TIME: 9:00am – 4:00pmSITE: HS Health RoomFEE: $35.00INST: Red Cross Staff

american HearT assoc., firsT aid & cPr courseThe Tracy Ambulance Service is offering First Aid & CPR Courses at the Tracy Ambulance Garage the third (3rd) Saturday of each month at 1:00pm. They will offer a combined CPR/First Aid that will be good for anyone interested in learning CPR/First Aid. The instructor will meet the requirements for anyone who needs this certification for their employment or school based on the American Heart Association CPR/First Aid criteria. You do not need to pre-register for this class. Just show up on the third Saturday by 1:00pm.

DATE: Third (3rd) Saturday of each month. TIME: 1:00pmSITE: Tracy Ambulance Garage, 105 Center StreetFEE: $40.00 for new certification and $20.00 for refresherINST: Tracy Ambulance Service Members

minnesoTa firearms safeTyWhen: First class will be held Thurs. April 21st, 2011* Registration & Fee will be at 6:30 p.m. the first night* A parent or Guardian must be there the first night

Time: 7:00-9:30pm on Class Night Apr. 21, 26, 28, May 3, 5, 7 range, 9 test

8:00 a.m. -5:00pm on Range Day - (Sat. May 7) Redwood River Sportsman Club

Where: Tracy Ambulance Garage (corner of Center St. & South St.)

Age: Must be 12yrs old by 1 Sept. 11 Have parents talk to the instructor if birthday is between 1 Sept. 11 - 1 Nov. 11

Cost: $15.00, plus a self addressed stamped #10 envelope. (large business) Must have #2 pencil and eraser.

Any Questions Call: Steve at 507-359-7032, Email [email protected], evenings after 6:00pm.

Health & Safety Classes

snoWmobile safeTy TraininGYouthCertificationRequirements:Youth ages 11 -15 are eligible to complete the course. Certification becomes valid at age 12. Must attend and pass a youth snowmobile safety certification class.

Classes:Class at Tracy Area High School, Saturday, February 12th, 10:00am – 2:00pm Check currently scheduled classes listed below. Contact your local Conservation Officer Check your local newspaper Check additional info at the Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association Web site.

Fees:Class fees are from $5 to $10, and will be collected by the instructor. Checks must be made payable to the Dept. of Natural Resources.

GeneralInformation:This is a one day pilot program for the DNR. There is a disk (like ATV Class) that needs to be completed before February 12th. Need copy of birth certificate along on Feb 12th. Any questions contact Steve at 507-359-7032

aTv safeTy TraininGRequirements:• As of August 1, 2006, training is available to youth ages 11 - 15. (Certificate is valid

when student turns 12 years of age. ) • Must complete the ATV CD and attend and pass the ATV Safety Training class.

A class is scheduled in Tracy on Saturday, April 30th from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Tracy Ambulance Garage. Registration starts at 9:30am

Ages16andOlder:Effective January 1, 2006, anyone who operates an ATV and is born after July 1, 1987

must complete the ATV CD Training Course before operating an ATV. Contact the DNR Information Center to receive a copy at 1-888-646-6367 or 651-296-6157.

ATV CD Completion Requirements (for ages 16 and older):• Complete each section of the ATV CD • Complete and pass the ATV exam. • Print one copy of the exam to use as a Temporary Certificate and print and mail

another copy with a check or money order for $15 payable to the DNR to: DNR Safety Training Section 15011 Hwy 115 Little Falls, MN 56345Upon receipt of the above required items, an ATV certificate will be mailed to you.

Classes:• Contact your local Conservation Officer • Check your local newspaper

Fees:• A $15 fee is collected by the instructor. Checks made

payable to the Dept. Of Natural Resources.

GeneralInformationforYouthAges11-15:You must fulfill the following ATV course components.1. ATV CD-ROM: Available free of charge by calling the DNR Information Center at

(888) 646-6367 or (651) 296-6157, or the Safety Training Office at (800) 366-8917. 2. Written test and field operating class: Register for an ATV Safety Training class - see

the Check currently scheduled classes. A $15 fee will be collected for this class. Please Note: You will not be allowed to participate in the field operating class unless you have first completed the ATV CD-ROM.

Students who complete the ATV course are able to operate ATVs of any size with these restrictions:• You must “fit” the machine • You may make a direct crossing of a public road right-of-way or operate on state

lands and frozen waters only if you are accompanied by a person 18 years of age or older who has a valid drivers license.

• You are prohibited from operating along or on a public road right-of-way. For additional class information or local instructor contacts, please check the All Terrain Vehicle Association of Minnesota website at www.atvam.org For general information on ATV safety training call (888) 646-6367 or (651) 296-6157.

boWHunTer educaTionRequirements:Youth ages 12 and older are eligible for certification. Youth ages 12-15 must first complete and pass a Firearm Safety Training Class.

States requiring Bow Hunter Education Certification include Alaska, Connecticut, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, South Dakota, and Vermont. Canadian Provinces include New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Quebec.

Classes:Class at Tracy Ambulance Garage, Tuesday, May 10th at 6:30pm. Bow hunter education classes are conducted periodically throughout the year. Please check this page periodically for upcoming class listings. Check your local newspaper On-Line Bow Hunter Education Course

Fees:$5 - $10 fee is collected by the Instructor. Checks made payable to the DNR.

GeneralInformation:The Bow Hunter Education Program covers bow hunting techniques, equipment, bow hunting safety and hunter responsibility.For general information on bow hunter education call (888) 646-6367 or (800) 366-8917.For duplicate hunter education certificates, call (888) 646-6367 or (800) 366-8917Find (and sort) more courses on the DNR Safety Training Calendar!

arc lifeGuard TraininGMandatory attendance at all sessions is required! Want to be a lifequard? This American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course will certify you for a job as a lifeguard for the next 3 years. Participants must successfully pass 2 pre-tests (written and water) to be eligible for this class. Participants must be 15 years of age before this class. No exceptions. First Aid, AED and CPR for the Professional Rescuer will be taught in this class. All materials and books are included in the cost of this course.

Class times Friday, March 11 5:00pm – 10:00pm Saturday, March 12 8:00am – 9:00pm Sunday, March 13 8:00am – 9:00pm

Fee: $155.00 (includes books, materials & pocket mask) pre-registration is required a minimum of two weeks in advance for book ordering. Bring a sack lunch both days. Min: 6-10, Max 15

Classes will be held at the Marshall YMCA. All registration for this class will be through Marshall Area YMCA (507-532-9622). If you have any questions or would like to register contact Bri Thome at the above number or [email protected]

moTorcycle safeTy TraininGThe Rider Training Project is operated through Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU). Basic and experienced rider training courses will be conducted at MnSCU facilities. For more information about our Motorcycle Riding Classes, call 507-537-7051. http://training.mnwest.edu

educaTion courses by HelPinG To Heal natural Therapies clinic

1. smoKe free eZ, with HypnosisIf you are really ready to become smoke free and you’re doing it for your own good reasons and not because of family pressure, you can make it happen in this program, in 5 hours. Imagine how much better you will feel and smell, and how others will respond to you. This course is taught in a 5 hour block, with a break halfway through. Relax into a comfy Cabela’s chaise lounge with a cozy blanket, and in 5 hours, you can be smoke free for life. We also provide de-stressing skills such as nutritional assistance and quick relaxation techniques, in case you are ever again tempted! Course taught at Helping To Heal natural therapies clinic, February 24th and March 17. Space is limited to 12, pre-register at least a week in advance (629- 3900). Taught by Charles Reinert ND, CHt & HTH staff. $99+tax per person, $175+tax per couple. Retake the course without charge, if it doesn’t work for you the first time. Save big bucks on self care by becoming smoke free now!

2. WeiGHT free eZ, with HyPnosisThe right weight is not only healthy for you, but is also a sign that you care about yourself. Good health, good jobs and good relationships just seem to go together! Now, you can achieve that weight goal with the aid of another powerful yet gentle tool. In this FIVE hour course, you will learn sound nutrition, good eating and living habits, clear the emotional baggage that prevents you from being at your weight goal, then firm it all into place long term with the help of hypnosis. Relax into a comfy Cabela’s chaise lounge while you ease into the changes you wish to make in your life! Do it because you care about yourself and your family. You will learn nutrition, best eating habits, clear emotional baggage, learn gentle coping skills and have our online and phone support, to help you stay successful long term! Space is limited to 10, pre-registration advised (629-3900). March 3 (7-9:30 PM) plus March 10 (7-9:30 PM).Offered at Helping To Heal natural therapies clinic, downtown Tracy. Taught by Charles Reinert ND, CHt & HTH staff. $99+tax per person, $175+tax per couple.

3. baby eZ, with HyPnosisYou’re pregnant, but would rather be on a sunny beach than in the delivery room? We have good news; you can ELIMINATE THE LABOR PAINS through the use of hypnosis. Hypnosis is a process under YOUR control, which can provide the benefits of anesthesia, WITHOUT the drugs. We will teach you to use this process, both during pregnancy and labor. Course will be taught in three 90 minute blocks: Mondays: March 14 plus March 21 and March 28, 4:00 to 5:30 PM each afternoon. You’re encouraged to bring your partner so that both may learn this process and so be prepared. $99+tax per individual or couple. Taught by Charles Reinert ND, CHt and LPN staff, at Helping To Heal natural therapies clinic, downtown Tracy.

inStructorS wanteDWearealwayslookingforinstructorswhoarewillingtosharetheirhobbiesortalentswithothers.Notonlywillyouenjoymeetingpeoplewhoshareyourinterest,butyou’llalsobepaidforyourtime.Wecanguideyouinplanningthecontentofyourclassandwe’lltakecareoftheschedulingarrangements.

If you are Interested, contact coMMunIty educatIon at (507) 629-5510.

4. inferTiliTy To menoPause: How Acupuncture can help. Learn how acupuncture can help a wide variety of womens’ health issues including infertility, PMS, painful periods, menopause and more. Taught by Josh Revermann, licensed acupuncturist. (Please call 629-3900 for details as to time and place.)

5. relievinG Pain: How Acupuncture can help. Learn how acupuncture can relieve muscle, joint and organ pain. It JUST MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD! Taught by Josh Revermann, licensed acupuncturist. (February 28th, 1 PM; call 629-3900 for details as to location.)

6. yoGa, yoGa, yoGa! Come join the yoga class; Sara promises to take really gentle care of you! Offered Mondays and Thursdays 5:30 to 6:30 PM, upstairs at Helping To Heal. Currently only $5 per session, come when you can! Taught by Sara Wahl, certified yoga instructor. Call 629-3900 for details.

Stay tuned for our monthly Health Talks. Learn how to reduce blood pressure, deal safely and gently with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, arthritis, autoimmune conditions and more. Watch the Headlight-Herald paper for announcements!

Golf lessonsGet a jump start on the season with early golf lessons. Classes will be held at the Tracy Golf Course Driving Range with Con Rettmer as your instructor. He will instruct you on grip, stance, posture, chipping, putting, full swing, etiquette and rules of golf. Class runs for 5 weeks.DATES: May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (Tuesday’s)TIME: 6:00pm - 7:00pmSITE: Tracy Golf Course Driving RangeFEE: $20.00, minimum of 5 for the class to run. Register by April 29th

Tae KWon doAges 6 – AdultTwo FREE trial classes offeredClasses meet every Monday and Wednesday evening, year-round. Tae kwon do is located in the new Kid’s World Building, east of the Tracy Elementary School. For more information call Jeff Meyer 629-3410 or 629-4095. Tracy Tae kwon do is a member of USA/TKD Association.

souTHWesT minnesoTa sHoToKan KaraTe cluba martial art for everyone . . .Children: Develop respect, increase self-confidence, improve coordination, channel aggression, teach self-control.

Teens: Improve concentration, build muscles, increase flexibility, make new friends, learn self-defense.

Self Defense: Learn striking techniques to disable an attacker, learn controlling techniques to restrain an assailant, practice crisis simulations, learn defense against weapons, review scenarios which cause you fear.

Classes held Tuesday and Thursday nights at the Balaton School. Beginners 6:00pm – 7:00pm, Advanced 7:00pm – 8:00pm. Cost $30.00 monthly, multi-family member discount.

Recreation & Fitness

fiTness dePoTFitness DEPOT is a spacious 24 hour access fitness center consisting of a 2,400 sq. foot main room and a 730 sq. foot privacy/circuit room.Fitness DEPOT houses 25 pieces of QUANTUM strength equipment, and 14 pieces of cardio equipment. Rates range from $35 a month for a single membership to $54 a month for a couple/family membership. Fitness DEPOT also participates in exercise programs with Blue Cross Blue Shield, UCARE, Medica and Preferred One where members can receive a $20 credit toward their membership costs. Fitness DEPOT also offers $10 a month unlimited tanning to its members. We offer personal training and will be offering various classes in the future. 507-626-0883

WalKinG ProGramThe walking program is designed to help promote good health by providing a convenient indoor facility to use for walking as a mode of exercise. Participants can walk at the High School Monday through Friday 7:00am – 7:45am and after school 3:30pm – 5:00pm whenever there is school. FREE!!

minnesoTa sPorTs federaTion a.s.a. umPiresRules Interpretation Meeting (Fast or Slow Pitch)Interested in umpiring? Join us and get the full package to officiate the great sport of softball. Wednesday, March 30th at 7:30pm at the Marshall Adult Community Center. Topics includes rules clinic, field mechanics, and signal drills for 1&2 umpire systems. Call Doug at 507-537-6767 for more information.

baseball/sofTball officials rules inTerPreTaTion clinicAnyone interested in officiating 2011 high school baseball and softball games are required to attend this one night clinic on Monday, March 14, 2011 at Mankato West High School (softball at 6:30pm, baseball at 7:30pm). Clinic will cover MSHSL rules, mechanics and general officiating philosophies. Fee to be paid to MSHSL upon registration. For more information, contact Doug Goodmund at 537-6767.

WANTED! Qualified Instructors to Teach Adult and

Youth Community Education Classes. Community Education is looking for instructors to teach classes in vari-ous hobbies, skills, and arts and crafts. For more information, or if you

have class suggestions, call the Activities Office at 629-5510.

ecfe scheduleLittle Wonders (Birth – Age 2) Parents and children will not separate!Tuesday 5-6:15 PM Feb. 8 – April 5, Tracy site (no class March 8th) orTuesday 6:30 – 8 PM Feb. 8– April 5, Tracy site (no class March 8) orThursday 6-7:30 PM Feb. 3 – March 31, Balaton site (no class March 10)

Tracy classes meet in the ECFE/KC Room at TAES; Balaton classes meet at the ECFE site on St. Peters Avenue, Balaton.

To register call: 629-5515 or 734-5601 or email: [email protected] Include your name and phone number, class you are registering for, child(ren)’s name(s) and birthdates. Please let us know if you will need sibling care.

Fees: $25 for the eight week classes. Scholarships are available-no family will be excluded because of an inability to pay fees.

CLASS ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED to ensure a safe, productive environment for children. Designated ages are guidelines only. Individual needs of parent and child will be considered.

Sibling Care: Do you have other children needing care while you attend ECFE classes with one child? Sibling Care is available in our Sibling Care room during all classes. Cost is $2.00 per family per class. Please register for Sibling Care when you register for classes.**Please note: If school is cancelled, there are no ECFE/Kindergarten Connection activities. If school is 2 hours late, events and ECFE classes scheduled beginning at 10AM or later will be held at scheduled time.

bumPer boWlinGTracy Lanes, Tracy Sat., March 5 Three time slots: 10-10:45 AM or 11-11:45 AM or 12-12:45 PM

Three options:Children bowling with bumpers or adults bowling with other adults or family bowling together on alley (no bumpers). Cost: $3.50/Adult; $3.25 students. Shoe rental $2.Registration deadline Feb. 25, Please give preferred time slot and option when registering. To Register call: 629-5515

PiTcH, HiT & run comPeTiTionPitch, Hit & Run, the official skills competition of Major League Baseball, is designed to provide youngsters with an opportunity to compete in a competition that recognizes individual excellence in core baseball skills. Competitors are divided into four age divisions: 7/8, 9/10, 11/12 & 13/14 and have the chance to advance through four levels of competition, with the National Finals held at the 2010 MLB All-Star Game. Information on Tracy’s competition will be sent home from school in the spring.

elemenTary basKeTballThe Elementary Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball Program stresses basic skills, as well as sportsmanship and team play through organizational skills and team competition. Each grade level will have a parent/coach in charge. The fee this year is $30.00. The fee is used to pay for t-shirts, basketballs, officials and other equipment. Coaches this year are Dru Larson, Landon Erickson, Katie Gervais, Beth Lanoue and Stacey Ludeman.

Youth Activities & Programs

elemenTary WresTlinGBoys and Girls Grades K-6Tracy Area Community Education is excited to offer the opportunity to experience the great sport of wrestling. The main focus will be to encourage participation and teach proper technique in a fun, enjoyable environment. Wrestlers will have the opportunity to compete in weekend tournaments. For more information contact John Carlson at 829-3012 or Tom Byrne 626-0497.

Plum creeK area inTramural soccer leaGueThe Plum Creek Area Intramural Soccer League is open to all students in grades K-8 in the 2010-2011 school year that live in the surrounding areas are invited to participate. This will be the 6th year of the intramural soccer league. Teams will be split by age/grade and players will be randomly teamed up unless requested otherwise. Practice sites will be determined by coaches, but we try to accommodate to parent’s requests. Each player is responsible for their own shinpads and ball, but jerseys will be given to them. The season is from April to the first week of June. There will be four weeks of games and one additional weekend for the tournament. Any questions, please call Phil Goetstouwers at 507-859-3095

aTTenTion youTH in KinderGarTen – 12TH GradeAre you looking for something fun and interesting to do where you’ll meet new people and help others? Lyon County 4-H, an established youth development program, prides itself on involving youth in hands-on learning adventures. Over 130 exciting projects your can work on and participate in. For more information, contact Laurie Palmer at the Lyon County Extension Office 507-532-8219.

uniTed Way imaGinaTion library ProGramPreschool children (ages birth – 5 years) can enroll in the Imagination Library program at no cost to their families. A quality, age appropriate book is mailed once a month to enrolled children in this area as part of the United Way Success By Six Literacy and school readiness initiative. Enroll by going to www.unitedwayswmn.org or by contacting the United Way Office, 507-929-2273.

ice sKaTinGThe Central Park Ice Rink in Tracy will be flooded in the near future. Once the rink is flooded and ready for skating a notice will be put in the Tracy Headlight Herald with warming house hours.

Tracy dance sTudioTap, jazz, ballet, pointe and tumbling are being offered at the dance studio. New students are welcome, pre-school through adult. Call Vicki at 629-4887 or Jen at 629-8239.

morninG WeiGHT lifTinG ProGramThe before school weightlifting program is offered to boys and girls in grades 7-12. The weight room is open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 6:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

ME? A TEACHER? WHY NOT?Community Education believes everyone can learn and teach. Many of our instructors are people just like you who have a hobby or inter-est they want to share with others in a class setting. If you like to teach children, adults, or seniors, please call us at 629-5510.

does your Teen need HelP To sToP THeir Tobacco addiTion?TAP is a great way to do just that. This program is for the teenaged youth of Lyon County. It provides options, resources, education, motivation, and support to stop using tobacco. This program is Free and totally confidential. Why not give it a try? For more information call Lori Biastock at 507-537-6920 ext. 1028 or email [email protected]

drivers educaTion courseWe will be offering Classroom Driver Education at the following three dates.

1) Tentative: March, 2011 This will be from 3:15 – 6:00 p.m. The actual starting date is tied to when the Boys Basketball Team is done for the year. Students should listen to the daily announcements for the dates and registration information.

2) April 26 – May 9, 2011:This will be from 3:15 – 6:00 p.m.This date could possibly change due to unforeseen conflicts. If it would change, it would only be by a day or two.

3) August 8 – August 19, 2011Times will be clarified in the spring once the 2011-2012 school calendar is set. Classroomrequirement: Attendance is a must. Thirty hours of seat time is required. As you decide which session to sign up for, please take into consideration the importance of attendance. If you will be having conflicts, find a different session.

Cost:Classroom: $125.00 Behind the Wheel: $150.00Pay Jeanette Hollingsworth in the district office. She will give the student a receipt, which must be brought to class on the first day.

Generalorderoftheprocess:• Pay $125.00 for the Classroom.• Upon successful completion of the Classroom,

a “Blue Card” will be issued. When the student is 15 years old, has a “Blue Card”, a primary and secondary form of identification, they can take their permit test.

• Upon getting their permit, students may sign up for Behind the Wheel Training. complete and return to Bob Ladehoff. This will place the student on the Behind the Wheel list. We will give them behind the wheel training as time permits.

• We do give preference to Farm Permits. • Students MUST pay the $150.00 behind the wheel

fee before they will receive their “white card.” • Upon successful completion of Behind the Wheel Training, the student will receive a

“White Card”. The state requires students to be 16 years old, have a “White Card”, and a permit for over six (6) months, before they can take the driving test.

If you have any questions, you may call Bob Ladehoff at 507-629-4206 (home) or at (school) 507-629-5500 (10:40am – 11:20am)

camden sTaTe ParKPhone: (507) 865-4530

Enjoy many of Minnesota’s most beautiful natural sites. Camden State Park is 10 miles

south of Marshall on U.S. Highway 23.

• Sioux lookout trail • Bubbling clear springs • Trout fishing • Hiking • Picnic grounds • Campsites

Garvin ParKPhone (507) 537-6731

South Highway 59 - 6 miles west from Tracy. • Winter sledding • Picnic shelters • Fireplaces

• Playground equipment • Rustic campsites • Restrooms available

laKe sHeTeK sTaTe ParKPhone: (507) 763-3256

12 Miles south of Tracy, 1 mile north of Currie on Co. Rd. 11. • Excellent fishing • Boating • Hiking • Picnic shelters

• Swimming • Bike trails • Rustic Campsites • Restrooms available

County & othEr sErviCEsCounty Services provided at the Lyon County Court House

607 West Main Street, Marshall, MN

Assessor (County) 537-6731Driver’s License Bureau 537-6727Auto License/tabs 532-4643Highway Department 532-8205Region 8 Human Services 537-6747Recycling Information 532-8210Sheriff’s Office 532-3258Treasurer’s Office 537-6724County Extension Services 537-6702Lyon County Library 537-7003

anyone uSing the School gym or VeteranS’ memorial center!The use of black soled and street shoes in the gyms can create

increased maintenance problems by the marks that they leave on the gym surfaces. Please do not wear those types of shoes in the gyms when participating in activities.

Participants are asked to bring gym shoes and to change into them prior to participating.

ContaCt the City of traCy for use of the Veterans’ memorial Center.

Winter Storm Facts Emergency Preparedness and Response

(From Department of Health and Human Services)

Winter Storms Can Be Deadly: Extreme cold can cause hypothermia (an ex-treme lowering of the body’s temperature) and death. Fireplaces, emergency heaters, and candles can cause household fires. Toxic fumes, such as carbon monoxide, from heaters can cause asphyxiation (unconsciousness or death from a lack of oxygen). Hazardous road conditions can cause car accidents.Prepare for a winter storm before it hits. This is the best way to keep your family and yourself safe. Plan ahead: prepare your house and car; stock up on emer-gency supplies. Plan ahead and be prepared for winter.

house Checklist:• Insulate walls and attic.• Caulk and weather-strip doors and windows.• Install storm windows or cover windows with plastic from inside.• Insulate any water lines that run along outer walls (water will be less likely to

freeze).• Service snow-removal equipment• Have chimney and flue inspected• Install easy-to-read outdoor thermometer.

Car Checklist:• Keep your car fueled and in good working order.

Check: • Antifreeze • Windshield wiper fluid• Heater, brakes, ignition • Emergency flashers, exhaust• Tires (air pressure and wear) • Fuel, oil, brake fluid• Defroster, battery, radiator

Tracy OrganizationsMasonic Lodge Doug Pamp 629-4444Eastern Star Melanie Pamp 629-4444Boy Scouts TBD Cub Scouts Khyle Radke 829-0112Girl Scouts Linda Baskerville 629-3082Tracy Comets (4-H) Tammy Horner 629-4234Tracy FFA Paul Skoglund 629-5500Kiwanis Club Seth Schmidt 629-4300Lions Club Curt Reinert 629-4974Tracy Women of Today Shauna Davis 629-4263American Legion Dale Klein 629-4381VFW Bernie Holm 629-3669Eagles Pat Beierman 629-4777Hoe & Hope Garden Club Elaine Fischer 629-4149Currie Town & Country David Woitaszewski 760-0084Tracy Fire Department Dale Johnson III 629-8225Knights of Columbus Robert Ochocki 629-4735Amiret Busy Bees (4-H) Cheryl Lenertz 629-4073Garvin First Responders James Julien 746-4456Tracy Senior Center Cheryl Jokstad 629-5547Business Partnership Chamber Office 629-4021Tracy Ambulance Service Charlie DeSchepper 629-3478Fine Arts Council of Tracy Chris Schons 629-4245Sorosis Study Club GFWC Cleone Richardson 629-3374Ladies in Red Linda Witt 629-3816Monroe Friendship Club Jackie Deal 629-4792Garden Gate Flower Club Karen Krog 629-4002Eagles Auxiliary Pat Beierman 629-4777American Legion Aux. Jan Bornitz 629-4685Tracy Community Band Clint Peterson 629-4715Minnesota Waterfowl Dr. Mark Evers 629-3630Tracy Country Club 629-4666Tracy Med Services Found. Cookie Cooreman 629-3200Tracy Community Ed Bill Tauer 629-5510Economic Development Robert Gervais 629-5540Tracy Area Chamber Val Roskens Lubben 629-4021Panther Booster Club Kim Daniels 629-4800

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How do i register?Pre-registration is required for all classes. Some classes have a limited enroll-ment, so please register as soon as possible to assure yourself a place in the class.

There are four easy ways to register for a Community Education Class as given below: 1. PHone in your registration by calling 629-5510

2. MaiL in your registration by sending it to Tracy Community Education, 934 Pine St., Tracy, MN 56175

3. WaLK in to the Community Ed office at Tracy Area High School with your registration. The office is near the main high school office.

4. FaX your registration to 629-5513.

In the event a class is canceled due to insufficient enrollment, registrants will be notified and fees refunded. For more information about classes or activities call the Tracy Community Ed office at 629-5510.

money bacK GuaranTeeOur customers deserve a satisfying experience. Our commitment is to offer quality classes and activities. Therefore, we are prepared to offer a money back guarantee to ensure quality and your satisfaction. If for some reason you are not satisfied with one of our courses, please feel free to contact our office to receive a refund.

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