Roseville Community Education Program

Improve your driving skills and get a discount on your personal auto insurance. The Defensive Driving Course, developed by the National Safety Council, teaches basic crash prevention techniques and has a proven record of reducing traffic violations and incidents. It's taught by experienced, professional traffic safety instructors, including officers of the Minnesota State Patrol. The class consists of lecture, films and discussions. There is no behind-the-wheel driving and there are no tests. Preregistration is required at least one week prior to the class date. Register at the RASP office, by phone at 651.604.3520, or online. No senior discounts apply. Minnesota Safety Council Instructor

55+ DEFENSIVE DRIVING REFRESHER 4-HOURLearn about defensive driving and receive a 10 percent discount on your car insurance for 3 years. The Refresher 4-Hour class is for those who have taken the National Safety Council's 8-hour course. You can take the 4-hour refresher course every 3 years to continue your discount. No driving test required. Preregistration is required at least one week prior to the class date. Register at the RASP office, by phone at 651.604.3520, or online. No senior discounts apply. Minnesota Safety Council Instructor

Join us for a fun, healthy event as we take a scenic tour through Roseville with family, friends and neighbors. 6.23 kilometer walk/run starts and ends at Roseville Area High School running through central park. NEW 3.89 kilometer kids walk/run starting at Roseville Area High School, around Bennett Lake, ending at Roseville Area High School. (registration is the same) NEW Door prizes at end of race T-shirts for every participant Apple Crisp and Hot Cider at the finish line Please note: This year's Walk/Run will be a fun run and will not be timed. Walkers, runners, families, and strollers welcome!  NEW Join us after for music, vendors, face painting, activities, prizes and more! NEW Early Bird Discount Extended- Cost is $15/adult and $5/child if you register by September 30th.Regular cost is $25/adult and $9/child starting on October 1st. Call 651 604-3509 if you have any questions.Day-of registration is available before 9 a.m. at Roseville Area High School!

Your theater experience will continue with focus on, movement, character development, vocal expression. Learn how to move around on stage and understand the theaters own special terminology. Explore the creation of your production on the final day of class. 

Give yourself and those you love the gift of peace of mind. Be ready for the inevitable transitions in your life by having all of your important records, papers, and financial information organized and accessible. Learn to use the "Ready or Not" system which helps you not only identify your assets and debts, but also basic needs such as medication, medical records, passwords, and end of life requests. Uncover any missing pieces in your overall life plan. You will receive a copy of "A System for Life's Transitions" workbook.

Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing method that works with the energy that flows through your body. Stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally; bring a healthy glow to your skin; increase muscle tone; decrease puffiness and eye bags; reduce lines and prevent new lines from forming; even decrease headaches, relieve eye strain, soothe nerves and increase relaxation. Learn how to make your skin as healthy as possible from the inside out.

Pave the way to a global future with “Futura.” This summer continue exercising your child’s brain with our Spanish course. In this fast paced course, students will review common verbs, vocabulary related to the home, outdoors and things found in a city. This class will be taught using the bilingual approach, with an emphasis on sentence structures and Spanish conversation. All this education in a FUN manner - songs, games, and cultural activities lead the way to learning! Participants must have at least one year of previous Spanish experience.

Our attitudes about aging have an impact on our quality of life, health and even longevity. Join us for this series of three sessions to: Examine your views on aging and listen to the views of others Understand the influences on your views, including the impact of widespread biases and misconceptions about people as they age Learn how to integrate a new, more positive narrative about aging into your life Join us for this series of three engaging discussions led by the Vital Aging Network. This special program is made possible through a grant provided by the B-Dale Club of Roseville in partnership with the Vital Aging Network, Do Good Roseville and  the Roseville Area Senior Program (RASP). Register at vital-aging-network.org or call RASP at 651-604-3520.

We will learn basic conversational skill in American Sign Language along with exploring deaf culture. By the end of the class you should feel comfortable having basic conversations with the deaf and hard of hearing.

Those who have taken American Sign Language 1 - Conversation class can further develop their skills and fluency in this class. We will review some ASL 1 conversation before moving on to more in-depth conversation elements.

Want to learn more about Islam and Muslims? Register for this class and you will have a better understanding of what Islam teaches and what Muslims practice. The class will introduce basic terminology, demographics, and differences between religion and culture.  You will learn about the beliefs and practices of Muslims as well as religious celebrations.  You will also have the opportunity to get your questions answered first hand.

We'll create more than 20 appetizers that require less than 20 minutes from start to finish! You can serve these appetizers as a first course or a snack for family and friends. And learn tips for throwing an appetizer party! Our selections will include recipes for spreads, hearty appetizers, dips, dippers, nibbles, hot appetizers, and more. Enjoy your creations during the class, or take your samples home.

Take the mystery out of made-from-scratch yeast breads and leave with the knowledge and confidence to bake. We will use natural, healthy and fresh ingredients that will appeal to your family's tastes and needs, leaving highly processed preservatives behind. Learn to shape buns, loaves and beautiful crescent rolls that embrace healthy, tasty eating. This is both a hands on and demonstration class. A supply fee of $10 is payable to the instructor.

We’ll help you transition to retirement as it relates to identity, passion and purpose. Our mission is to pull back the curtain on the realities that can come with this transition. Discover the qualitative aspects of life that bring you joy, purpose and meaning, and apply them to your retirement. Authentic Aging seeks to have an honest conversation about the myths and realities that surround retirement and offer up a list of practical and actionable tools to help you begin the process of building a wonderful second chapter in life.

Couples Only Please. Tired of watching? This course is for you! In just four sessions you'll experience the thrill of four classic ballroom dances!  By the last week you'll find yourself whirling with the Waltz, rotating to the Rumba, floating through the Foxtrot, and tantalizing your partner with the Tango!  With the expert guidance of three-time ballroom dance champion Monica Mohn, you'll be dancing before you know it.

Made for barns, not beds, “barn quilts” are quilt patterns, drawn to scale and painted on wooden panels that are hung on the exterior walls of historic barns or other agricultural buildings. These beautiful pieces of artwork highlight the art of quilting while showcasing Carver County’s historic agricultural icons.This tour encompasses 10 farms and 18 barn quilts. Take the opportunity to step off the bus to not only view the quilt blocks but also surrounding gardens. Some of the farms also feature a market or antique shop. Learn from the farm family or others associated with the tour as they share why the family chose their particular quilt block as well as the history of the barn, the farm and the area. You will receive a full colored brochure of all of Carver County’s 25 barn quilts. A gourmet box lunch will be served at "At The Farm" and include a croissant sandwich, chips. pickle, cookie and bottled water. Please indicate your choice of turkey or ham when registering.Please arrive by 8:15 am at Gladstone (1945 Manton St, Maplewood, 55109). The tour will leave promptly at 8:30 am and will return to the same location at approximately 3:00 pm. There are no refunds after June 1, 2018. A $2-$3 gratuity per person is recommended and may be paid directly to the driver following the tour.Registration Deadline: June 7, 2018.

An electrician can cost you hundreds of dollars for simple repairs. Learn to make the repairs yourself by attending this hands-on class. You will learn to replace single pole and 3-way switches, wall outlets, and light fixtures. You will test electrical circuits and learn to re-wire a lamp. If you have them, please bring a wire stripper, long-nose pliers, and straight slot and Phillips screwdrivers. Supply fee of $5 for Step by Step Home Wiring Guidebook payable to instructor.