General Interest

Need help with your career Goals or finding employment?

Discover the services available at the Montevideo Workforce Center.

Office hours are from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday

Call 320-269-5561 or toll free 1-800-422-1346

AARP Driver Safety Program Refresher Courses

Fee: $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members, payable to AARP. Register with Community Ed; pay at the class.

Thursday, February 16, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Lac qui Parle Valley High School

Ruth Larson, Instructor

This classroom driver retraining program is designed specifically for persons who have previously completed a defensive driving course. Co-sponsored by AARP. Sign up early! Maximum of 25 in each class.

Driver`s Safety 55+ Driver Improvement Courses

Fee: $20; AAA members $17 with card.

Instructor: Larry Hastad; Drivers Education instructor for 20+ years.

This course is offered by the Minnesota Highway Safety Center. No tests, no reading! Driver safety, confidence and comfort are enhanced by utilizing the most up-to-date research in the field, including the latest visual scanning and steering techniques, anti-lock braking (ABS) skills, airbag information, driver distraction, road rage and new vehicle technology. Persons age 55 and older who complete the course qualify for 10 percent discount on their auto insurance premiums for three years, according to Minnesota law.

Refresher courses required every three years

Monday, February 13, 5:30-9:30 p.m., MMN Elementary East Wing

Eight Hour Course (for first time students)

Monday & Tuesday, February 6 & 7, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Middle School Library

General Interest

Stitching Club

Enjoy stitching and visiting with other stitchers; embroidery, knitting, crocheting, patching. Share patterns and tips. Coffee will be ready. Several ladies enjoyed the sessions last year in Madison. We welcome others to join the group. Let`s work to get a group started in Appleton too. Questions? Call Steven Sterud 752-4818.

Location: MMN Community Education Room

Wednesday, Feb. 1, 15, 29 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Anyone interested in having a stitching club in Appleton, please contact Community Ed.

Classes at the Lac qui Parle County Museum

The following classes will be held at the Lac qui Parle County Museum in Madison. The cost of each class is $5. To register for the classes, contact the museum at 320-598-7678 one week before the class. Eva Stacy and Barb Redepenning will be teaching the classes.

Neck and Shoulder Massage Basics

Bring Pillow and blanket and a friend to learn some basic essentials of neck and shoulder massage. No charge! Asking for a donation for the materials used for both classes

Tuesday, February 7, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Come and bring a friend to practice these fun techniques!

Let`s Play Bridge

Would you like to play or improve your Bridge skills with others? Looking for interested Bridge Players in Madison and Appleton. Also looking for coordinators to help with league. If interested contact Community Education.

Spa Day for Women

Spend an afternoon of relaxation, information and fun! Featuring products to purchase and information to de-stress your life.

Appleton `52 Wing

Sunday, February 26, 1:00-4:00 p.m.