Anoka-Hennepin Community Education

Learn the basics of identifying and appraising art, antiques, jewelry, coins, and collectibles. Get tips on what makes things valuable and the best ways to sell them. Examine things like lithophane, trench art, U.S. Zone china, a U.S. 3 cent nickel, precious gemstones, mourning jewelry & German silver. No pictures or books in this class, everything is “hands on”. Bring one item, no larger than a shoe box to the first class, research its value on your own with the research tools you've been given, then compare your results with the appraisers at the second class. Bring a magnifying glass. Instructor David Schlueter is a Certified Appraiser. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Learn the basics of researching and appraising your U.S. and foreign coins & currency. Examine over 200 year old U.S. and foreign coins. Gain knowledge about the ins and outs of where to buy and sell coins, coin authentication and much more. Students will be asked to do internet and book research on their coins and share what they have learned in the second class. This class is not intended for experienced coin buffs, but all are welcome. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Calling all writers! Are you interested in sharing your writing and getting feedback and guidance from a professional writing coach? If so, come ready to share and take notes. This is an online class. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

It can take years to learn how to research effectively. Watch as the instructor goes through the steps that she uses as a professional genealogist to solve common research problems. These case studies will show you techniques that you can apply to your own research. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Experience history with a paranormal twist on an armchair tour through Ireland. Ireland is famous for its “thin places,” a membrane or a thin layer between worlds that cross over each other. From pagan times to present, Ireland’s dark history has been recorded in its abbeys and churches, forts and castles, jails and graveyards by those who lived during those turbulent times and often perished because of them. Their ghosts are eyewitnesses to this history. Sometimes, they are the history. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Thinking about a new, fun and exciting pet? Reptiles and amphibians are a great pet to keep with minimal space. These critters have been gaining popularity with adults and children. There are many things to consider with these enjoyable family pets. You will learn the basics about how to select, and care for different types of reptiles and amphibians. Learn all about what your animals my need to thrive in the environment you create for them! This class is intended for adults. Children over 12 can attend with an adult. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

This course will help attendees understand human beings' basic needs and makeup. It will reveal how our unmet needs contribute to our struggles and issues in life as well as our relationships. After taking this course, you will be able to better identify your needs, how to meet them, and how to identify and meet the needs of others. In addition, you will learn practical tips for improving your communication and setting healthy boundaries. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

There has never been a better time to start discovering your family's history. Gone are the days of only traveling to courthouse basements and archives. You can now research easily from your own home. Learn how to get started, see which tools to use, which types of records you'll find, plus how to be an effective and accurate researcher. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Join a lively discussion to learn about Islam and Muslims. You’ll learn about the articles of faith, rituals and practices, and how they affect a Muslim’s daily life. This event will provide you with a safe space to ask any related questions about your Muslim neighbor. We look forward to seeing you in our journey to break through any stereotypes and misconceptions about each other and build a stronger community together. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

MyHeritage and Ancestry are some of the biggest research sites, but what do you do when they don't have the information that you're looking for? This course covers how to use the FamilySearch Catalog, working with autosomal DNA for known and unknown family lines and other repositories to use beyond the large genealogy platforms. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Embark on an armchair tour of this ancient land. After first viewing the Biblical Mt. Ararat from its capital city, Yerevan, you'll explore Areni Cave where archeologists have unearthed a 6000 year old wine press and an array of fermenting vats and storage pots. You'll follow the trail of prehistoric standing stones, Armenia’s Stonehenge, marching across the mountaintop, visit a pagan temple complex, and a monastery carved into a mountain with holy water seeping through its rocky walls. Finally you'll learn the truth about the holocaust perpetrated by the Ottoman Turks in 1915 in which 1.5 million Armenians lost their lives. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Make a difference for families! Child care providers are more precious than gold! Quality providers are in high demand and children are waiting for you! Join us to learn about the licensing process and resources available to start a successful child care business. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Ever wonder what it takes to buy and sell art like a pro? Art appraiser David Schlueter is ready to tell all! You won't be ready to open your own art gallery the day after class, but you will leave with the tools it takes to make money selling art. David will unravel mysteries about art-like why terms like AP, EA, giclee & offset litho are important to know. Discover the mistakes novices make, plus advice on what to do, and not to do in this often merciless enterprise. The ability to do extensive internet research is required to take this class. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

This online class will provide information about what kind of items will likely have the highest return potential value, where to find these items, how to protect and store these items from degradation, and selling and marketing these items. Some specific categories discussed will be introduction to coin collecting, stamp collecting, antiques, collecting miniatures, miscellaneous memorabilia items collecting, buying and restoring antiques and other furniture. The instructor has been involved in collecting many different things during his lifetime, have brought impressive financial returns, some have been a crash and burn experiment in which have lost money. The instructor will share what he knows from personal experience to help prevent other people from taking a financial hit on their hobbies, interests, and collections. Have a notebook, pens, and highlighter available to use. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Learn everything you need to enjoy tabletop gaming & 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. This class includes character creation, basic rules, and taking your character into a beginner friendly adventure. You need nothing to play. Simply show up and we’ll take care of the rest! Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.

Moving beyond auto-generated hints on the big platforms like Ancestry.com and MyHeritage is the only way to make progress in your research. The instructor will show you more ways to find obscure records, how to use them and research techniques used by the pros. Eligible UCare members may receive up to a $15 discount on many Community Education classes when registering over the phone. Contact Community Education for further information.