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Southshore Community Center
5735 Country Club Rd
Shorewood MN 55331

Kids Classes and Camps with Mrs. M;

Jr. Chef's of Southshore Academy;

Mannerly Manners;

Chess and Video Game Camps

Mrs. M's Classes

Mrs. M Classes and Camps

Let your youngster join Mrs. M. for some imaginative classes designed for kids ages 3-12 unless otherwise stated (toddlers must be potty trained). Each week children will enjoy a different theme. Choose a morning or afternoon session.

Morning Sessions are from 9:30-11:30 am
Afternoon Session from 12-2:00 pm.

School Days Off events are from 10 am-3 pm. children must bring their own lunch and beverage. Snacks provided. No minimum number of registrations required! Don’t worry about cancellations, as classes will run with 1 or more students!

Cost is $10 per session, or as designated for special events and school off days. Call the SSCC at 952-474-7635 or register online.

For registration questions, contact the Southshore Center Director Kristi Anderson at 952-474-7635. For questions specific to Mrs. M’s activity or event, contact Mrs. M at 952-457-7171.

January 25-26: Letter K, Kangaroos and Koalas

Pouches and Pockets will be all the rage in this class. Morning and afternoon sessions available: M, W, Th, F; $10 per session per day. Register online.

January 27: Fridays are Great! (School Day Out Class)

Friday fun with indoor snowballs and more! All day session, 10 am-3 pm; $30/day. Register online.

February 1-3, Lemonade and Lion

9:30-11:30 am or 12-2 pm; W, Th, or F
Make lemonade and explore the roaring world of lions. Register online.

February 8-10, Monkeys and Marbles

9:30-11:30 am and 12-2 pm; W, Th, or F
Swing in to the world of monkeys and learn how marbles are made. Register online.

February 15,16, Nuts and Nickels

9:30-11:30 am and 12-2 pm; W or Th
Nuts are fun to learn about and we’ll make a store to spend SSCC Nickels. Register online.

February 17, School’s Out! Fridays are Great!

10 am-3 pm, $30/each
Play 5 versions of our popular game Gravity Ball. Register online.

February 20, 21 School’s Out! Indoor Snow Fun

10 am-3 pm, $30/each; M or W
Snow trails and mapping—winter scavenger hunt and indoor “cotton ball” catapulting. Register online.

February 22-24, Quails & Quigley

9:30-11:30 am and 12-2 pm; W, Th, or F
Explore the quail and find out who Quigley is. Register online.

February 24, Pizza and Project Night

6-8 pm, $12; Friday
Two slices of pizza and make a wooden model. Register online.

February 29, Running and Red

9:30-11:30 am and 12-2 pm; Wednesday
Let’s explore speed and the color red. Register online.

Check out additional classes and summer camps March through August in the SSCC brochure!

Jr. Chef's of Southshore Academy

Breakfast in Bed Cooking Class
Saturday, May 5, 9:30-11 am, $18 per child
Come in your pajamas if you like, throw on an apron and learn to make omelettes, French toast, or waffles from scratch. Take recipes home to make mom/dad breakfast in bed on their special day! Register online.

Mama Mia!
Tuesday, June 12, 3:30-5 pm, $18
Learn to make Italian handmade stuffed pasta and tasty red sauce. Register online.

Mexican Madness
Tuesday, July 10, 3:30-5 pm, $18
Make beans, tacos and cream frita (Mexican custard)! Register online.

Sushi Making
Tuesday, August 21, 3:30-5 pm, $18
Play with your food! Sushi actually means sticky rice it doesn’t have to mean raw fish. Learn to make different kinds of sushi, from chicken, or fish, to sweet Nutella, maki or strawberry California rolls! Get your chopsticks ready! Register online.

Mannerly Manners

Mother’s Day Celebration Tea Party with Mannerly Manners
Saturday, May 12, 10 am-12 pm, $39 per couple/additional person $15 each
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have tea with a Prince or Princess? How would you hold your cup, or set the table? What is the proper napkin etiquette? This and more is what you will learn with Marilyn Pentel of Mannerly Manners at the Southshore Community Center’s upcoming “Mother’s Day Tea Party!” Bring your favorite adult boys and girls. Space is limited, so register early! For more information visit www.mannerlymanners.com. Register online.

Mannerly Manners Club for 3-7 year olds
Monday, June 18-Thursday, June 21, 10-11:30 am, $115
Let’s face it, social skills include so much more than please and thank you. They are a tool that one is never too young to learn. Through innovative props, puppets, music, and role playing, young children will have fun learning a simple introduction, eye contact, how to be mannerly before, during and after a meal and much more. Join Marilyn Pentel of Mannerly Manners® for what will surely be an adventure. For more information visit www.
mannerlymanners.com. Register online.

Mannerly Manners® Rules for Youth
Monday-Wednesday, July 23-25, 9 am-12 pm
Ages 7 - 12 (6 year olds welcome with registered with older sibling)
$145 per student includes food, materials and handbook
What will set your child apart and give him/her an edge in a competitive world? Whether playing sports, participating in clubs, making friends, or dealing with teachers, social skills are what give us an edge. This class with Marilyn Pentel of Mannerly Manners® covers introductions, the importance of smile, posture, conversation skills, table manners, and much more. Students learn fun, easy to follow, useful and interactive character building exercises that build self-confidence. For more information visit www.mannerlymanners.com. Register online.

Chess and Game Camps

Summer Chess Camp with USA Chess, Monday-Friday, June 18-22,
Morning Sessions 9 am-12 pm, $255 if registered by 5/4/12 ($280 after)
Afternoon Sessions 1-4 pm, $255 if registered by 5/4/12 ($280 after)
All Day Sessions – pack a lunch and enjoy the day!
9 am-4 pm, $405 if registered by 5/4/12 ($430 after)
Campers ages 5-15 experience chess instruction and play in a fun filled environment designed to improve their skills whether they are interested in casual or competitive chess. Tuition includes trophy, chess set and much more. Get more information or register at USA Chess, or call 888.652.4377. Registration must take place directly with USA Chess and not through Southshore Community Center.

Introductory Video Game Creation, Monday-Friday, June 25-29,
9 am-Noon, $285 before May 12/$310 after; Ages 8-15 *
Starting with basic commands, campers will be taught in a step-by-step progression how to build a game that they design. Camp begins with an introduction to Game Maker software including adding rooms, building walls, adding backgrounds, warping to new levels, music, sound effects and many other great techniques. At the end of camp each child is provided access to our custom download site. Registration includes t-shirts, trophies and a certificate with photo. Get more information or register at USA Chess, or call 888.652.4377. Registration must take place directly with USA Chess and not through Southshore Community Center.

Video Game Creation – The Sequel, Monday-Friday, June 25-29,
1-4 pm, $285 before May 12/$310 after; Ages 8-15 *
In the spirit of Mario, Sonic, Samus and other legendary video-game stars come our newest camp class! Campers use Game Maker software to create a side-scrolling, platform game with running, jumping, falling, climbing, blasting, and enemy stomping! Students will learn how to program real world physics of gravity and friction, as well as plotting out head scratching mazes for themselves and other avid gamers to solve! Actual programming techniques will be used to create power-ups and saved game data during the journey. Get more information or register at USA Chess, or call 888.652.4377. Registration must take place directly with USA Chess and not through Southshore Community Center.

* Both video game classes may be taken for $460 before May 12/$485 after.

Classes and Programs

Register for all classes online, or call the community center, 952.474.7635.

Cardio kick boxing
Ongoing through February, Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm, $12 per class
This great class will sculpt your body while you have a great time! Beginners and advanced welcome.

Zumba
Ongoing through February, Thursday evenings
at 6:30 pm, drop-in $8
Enjoy getting in shape with this Latin inspired dance. Beginners and advanced welcome.

Spring Zumba
March 1-April 12 (no class March 8), $45 for
6/$8 each class
Get ready for summer clothes with this fun class!

Zumba Gold
Wednesdays at 10 am, drop-in, $5
A lower intensity version of Zumba, but still a great workout!

Art for Everyone

Register for classes online!

Be My Valentines Stamping Class
Wednesday, February 8, 10 am-12 pm, $5
Use our beautiful collection of stamps and inks to create lovely Valentines for that special someone.

Ladies’ Night Fused Glass Class
Monday, February 13, 7-9 pm, $38
Make fused glass pins, magnets, or a small tray in this fun class
with just the girls!

Quilting Group
Fridays ongoing through the summer months, 9-11 am, FREE
Drop in for instruction and shared project ideas!

Fused Glass Wire Wrapping Class
Sunday, March 11, 12-3 pm, $55
Take your fused glass experience to a whole new level – add wire wrapping and see your creations come to life!

Fused Glass Open Studio
Monday, March 12, 7-9 pm, $58
Create your one of a kind medium platter to use or give as a gift.

Parent/Child Fused Glass
Sunday, April 1, 12-3 pm, $30 adults/ $15 children under age 14
Create a springtime window hanging.

Fused Glass Mirror Project
Monday, April 2, 7-9 pm, $59
Get Creative with this unique oppor- tunity to build a fused glass mirror.

Parent/Child Fused Glass
Sunday, April 22, 12-3 pm, $30 adults/ $15 child under 14
Create a Mother’s Day window hanging of your child’s hand in this fun class.

Very Beginning Watercolor Workshop with Georgia Kandiko
Sat., May 12, 9:30 am-3 pm, $95 + $20 supply fee
Have you ever heard, “Watercolor is too hard?” Well, it is not! If you want to give this magical medium a try, you’ll learn how to control the paint and have some expressive fun. All the materials you’ll need are included in the supply fee. No previous experience is expected, so bring lunch and an open mind.

Beginning Watercolor with Georgia Kandiko
Wed. May 9,16,23,30, 3-5:30 pm, $92 + $20 supply fee
If you are interested in trying watercolor stress free with minimal investment in the materials, then this is the class for you. Paint, paper, brushes, and palette are provided. Through technique demonstrations including wet-into-wet, glazing, graded wash, and dry brush application, you will learn to create delightful landscape, abstract, and floral paintings.

Fused Glass Garden Art
Sunday, May 6, 12-3 pm OR Monday, May 7, 12-3 pm, $48
Welcome spring with beautiful fused glass art for the garden!

Friendship “May” Basket Weaving
Monday, May 21, 6:30-8:30 pm, $30
Make an actual May basket and learn basket weaving techniques in this fun & casual group setting. Instructor: Shirley mah Kooyman

Fused Glass Stepping Stone Class
Sunday, June 3, 12-3 pm, $39
These are so fun to make that you will want to create a whole set!

Fused Glass Wind Chimes
Tuesday, June 5, 7-9 pm, $55
It will be music to your ears! Your own art tinkling in the breeze!

Fused Glass Stepping Stone Class
Sunday, July 15, 12-3 pm OR Monday, July 16, 7-9 pm, $39
Create a beautiful piece of useful yard art, or a whole collection to line the garden!

Senior Activities

The Southshore Community Center also offers a hub of activities for seniors.
Check out the Senior Newsletter to see the many organized activities including woodworking, card games, trips, tours, health and wellness classes.

April is 55 or Better Safety Month
Did you know the Senior Law Project of Hennepin County provides FREE legal aid to seniors 60 + ? We will host reps from the Senior Law Project on Tues April 3rd to share how the Senior Law project can protect YOU from fraud, scams, and provide legal advice on a host of other concerns - Join us at 11am for a FREE session and stay for lunch to visit with our guests and ask more questions

Senior Fire Safety
Tuesday, April 10, 11 am
Join Excelsior Fire Dept Kellie Ringate as she addresses with the recent home fires in the metro area, now is the time to be sure you are prepared! And Officer Dave Hohertz as he discusses Safety at Home and Away, Self Awareness - Come for the chat and stay for lunch with Kellie & Dave to get even more of your questions answered!

SSCC BAKE SALE
Thursday, April 12, 9 am-2 pm
Call to sign up to participate or donate to the sale!

Emergency Preparedness
Tuesday, April 17, 11 am
Speaking of being Prepared with Chief Scott Gerber With the advent of spring’s unpredictable weather conditions (not to mention this winters), and other emergency concerns, join us for an informative visit and lunch with the Chief.

AAA – Drivers Refresher Course
Wednesday April 11, 9 am-1 pm
Wednesday May 9, 5-9 pm
Wednesday June 13, 1-5 pm
Monday, July 16, 1-5 pm
Wednesday, August 15, 9 am-1pm
Only one 4-hour refresher course required per year. Call 1-888-234-1294 to register

Happy Feet
Monday, May 21, June 18, July 16 or August 20 by appointment
Enjoy a foot massage & foot care with ‘Happy Feet’! Happy Feet is featured at the Southshore Community Center the third Monday of each month. Call 763-560-5136 for an appointment.

National Senior Health & Fitness Day
Wednesday, May 23
8:15 am, Dance Fitness
9:30 am, Nutrition Class
10 am, Zumba Gold
11:30 am, Zumba Chair Class
11 am-1 pm, Massage Therapy (nominal fee)
12 pm, Walking Club (with or

Weekly Classes

Blood Pressure Check
First Tuesday of each month. Conducted by Golden Living- Excelsior.

Dance Fitness
Mon - Wed - Fri
8:15 - 9:15am; $4 per class

Fit Ball Class
Mon - Wed - Fri
8:45am; $4 per class

Chair Class
Mon - Wed - Fri
2:30 - 3pm; $4 per class

Line Dancing
Wed, 1:00 pm; $4 per class

Blood Pressure Check
First Tuesday of each month.
Conducted by Golden Living- Excelsior.

Book Club
Fourth Thurs. of the month
10-11:30am
Call Nancy, 952.474.7769.

Knitting Club
Mondays, 1pm

Woodcarvers
Tuesdays, 9:30am

Card Makers
Tuesdays, 9am

Cards/Games

500 - Tuesdays, 1 pm

Mahjong - Wednesdays, 1 pm

Bridge - Thursdays, 1 pm

Come for Lunch

Meet new friends for lunch weekly on Tuesday and Thursday, 11:45 am-1 pm. Please call to reserve your space the day before. Senior Partners members $5/Non-Members $7. Minimum of 15 people. Call the center to RSVP, 952.474.7635.

If you can’t make it to lunch you can always call in an order for take out and have the meal for dinner—No mess in your kitchen and no extra trip to the grocery store!

Senior Partners Memberships

Those 55 and over may support community programming and the community center with a membership to Southshore Senior Partners. Membership options: $25 for single $40 for dual. Any age may offer support with advanced giving levels: $50 supporting level; $100 sustaining member. Members get a newsletter, reduced price lunches, discounts on some classes and trips. For information, contact the center at 952.474.7635

Community Events

Register online for all classes and events!

Don't miss all of the Art classes under the Art tab!

Garden Fair: Going GREEN!
Saturday, March 17, 8 am-3 pm, $30
Enjoy a day with fellow gardening enthusiasts! Great speakers, numerous vendors, and lots of interesting conversation. Registration fee includes breakfast, give-aways, and a flower pot lunch!

Ventriloquist
Tuesday, April 24, 11 am
Enjoy a show from one of the best ventriloquists around! Stay for lunch following the program. Program free; call the center at 952.474.7635 for lunch cost.

Napa Valley Essentials
Thursday, April 26, 7-9:30 pm, $38
Enjoy this fun cooking class with Chef Connie Blanchard. Learn and enjoy food, wine and cheese pairings perfect for wine country entertaining.

T-Shirt Memory Quilt Class
Monday, April 30, 6-9:30 pm OR Saturday, May 5, 10 am-2 pm, $40
Create a one of a kind keepsake for your graduate. Bring favorite t-shirts and sports jerseys--anything goes to assemble this great gift. NO sewing skills necessary. Check the Southshore Center website for more information,
supply list, and specific finishing option costs ranging from $150 to $250.

Boutique and Fashion Show
May 3, 2012
Watch for more information.

Garden With Herbs
Wenesday, June 6, 6:30-8:30 pm, $20
Grow your own herbs and enjoy the taste, smell and feel of these easy to grow plants. Instructor: Shirely Mae Kooyman

Lunch Menus

Meet new friends for lunch weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:45 am-1 pm. Please call to reserve your space the day before. Senior Partners members $5/Non-Members $7.