Grab your paintbrush and your passport, and let’s explore the beauty and wonders of South America! You’ll take a virtual tour of several countries, including Brazil, Peru, Argentina, and Colombia. There will be opportunities to learn unique facts about the people, culture, animal inhabitants, and their traditions. We will discover some new artists and use what we know about them to create new art pieces. You will have an opportunity to try many types of art, including: drawing a self-portrait, painting a toucan, building clay pots, and even making maracas or a rain stick. We will learn about “amate art” and create one of our own pieces. There will be many opportunities for using acrylic, colored pencils, water color, tissue paper, clay, and cardboard. Don't hesitate, come join me for a trip to one of the most beautiful places in the world where habitats flourish, and art becomes even more vibrant!

Get ready to explore, strategize, and outthink the challenge! In this fast-paced, brain-powered scavenger hunt course, students collaborate to solve layered puzzles, decode complex clues, and uncover hidden connections within their environment. Learners sharpen critical thinking, logic, and teamwork skills as they analyze patterns, test strategies, and adapt in real time. By week’s end, students shift from solvers to designers—engineering their own original scavenger hunts that challenge peers through clever clues, creative problem-solving, and intentional design. This is exploration with purpose, puzzles with depth, and teamwork at its smartest.

In this exciting acrylic painting class, kids will dive into bold colors and creative expression! Students will learn basic painting skills such as mixing colors, using different brush techniques, and building layers to create vibrant artwork. Guided step by step, kids will paint fun subjects like animals, nature scenes, and imaginative designs while adding their own creative twists. This class is perfect for beginners and young artists alike—no prior experience needed. All materials are provided, and each child will go home with a finished painting and a great sense of accomplishment.

Stillwater River Cruise & Browsing Trip - July 7th - $115 9:45 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. N., Monticello. Load in parking lot. 10:00 a.m. St Michael Elementary - 101 Central Ave W, St Michael 55376 - Pick up in the parking lot on the front of the building. (If low registration in St. Michael/Albertville the pick up will be in Monticello) 11:00 a.m. Arrive in Stillwater, the birthplace of Minnesota. It is former lumbering center located on the St. Croix River. This distinctive community has a wealth of 19th century Greek Revival, Queen Anne and Italianate architecture.It offers an excellent blend of history, scenery, shopping and culture. Unload at the docks of the St. Croix Boat & Packet Company to board the scheduled cruise. Note: The boat staff is available to help guests who need assistance. Group Leader will need to advise the boat staff if someone needs help. They do have wheelchairs in the office to transport passengers. [Depending on water levels, there could be considerable walking from the bus parking area to the boat landing. Gangplanks could be steep, but there are railings.] 11:30 a.m. Depart for a cruise on the St. Croix River aboard one of the modern vessels from the St. Croix Boat & Packet Company fleet.It is climate controlled and fully accessible. Table seating is available on the first floor. Relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the St. Croix River. [This cruise is not narrated. Guests can bring cards, bingo or other games to play while cruising.] 11:45 a.m. A deli luncheon is served buffet style as you cruise the St. Croix River.Menu: The Deli Luncheon has a variety of meats and cheeses, salads, and dessert bars. Coffee and water are included in the price. One drink ticket will be given out for a soft drink. Alcohol beverages are available for purchase. 1:30 p.m. The boat will return to the Stillwater Docks.Transfer passengers to Pedestrian Plaza in downtown Stillwater to shop. There are unique boutiques, specialty gift stores, art galleries, candy stores and more that reflect the variety of the community 2:45 p.m. Bus will return to Pedestrian Plaza to pick up passengers. 4:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello. Registration Deadline: Monday, June 8th, No refunds after this date.

In this hands-on sewing class, kids will learn the basics of hand sewing and embroidery while creating fun and useful projects! Students will practice simple stitches, learn how to safely use needles and thread, and explore fabric, felt, and buttons. With step-by-step guidance, kids will make items like an embroidered dish towel and, depending on time, small plushies, pouches, or decorations while building patience, focus, and confidence. No sewing experience is needed—all materials are provided. Kids will leave with finished projects they can be proud of and new skills they can keep using at home.

What if stress isn’t caused by your job, kids, or calendar? In this hopeful and practical workshop, you’ll explore where stress really comes from—and how seeing it from the inside out can help you experience more calm and clarity in daily life.Instead of learning to control or manage stress, you’ll discover a new way to understand it—and begin to notice the peace that’s been there all along.You’ll leave with insight that gently points you toward what it means to truly stress less.Instructor: Bill Johnson — pastor and psychotherapist helping people see that, through faith and fresh insights into their innate mental health, they really are more than okay.

Come test your skills and resiliency with individual and team logic challenges and brain busting board and card games. We will test out and discuss problem solving strategies for overcoming obstacles and developing a growth mindset. Be ready to try your hand at cryptography, elimination puzzles, math challenges, and manipulate objects to test your visual and spatial skills. We will test out games like cribbage, Blokus, Mastermind, SET, and fast word play with GIB GAB. Come join me for a week of puzzling our way through brain perplexors and board games!

Your child is invited to join Ms. Alysha for four weeks this summer to help your child maintain skills over the summer. The goal of Summer Preschool is to provide support for students with a focus on social-emotional and academic skills. Summer Preschool is July 6 - July 30, 2026, Monday - Thursday from 8:00a.m. - 3:00p.m. Snack will be provided. Please note: You will need to provide a cold lunch for your child, as well as transportation for your child. Parent Drop-off (8:00a.m.-8:15a.m.) and Pick-up (2:45p.m. - 3:00p.m.) will take place in the back parking lot and students will enter in Door 5. There is no bus transportation provided. All students need to be fully toilet trained. You can pay either in full at $599.00 or choose to pay in three payments with a $199.00 deposit and 2 payments of $200.00 due by June 15, 2026 and July 15, 2026. Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Maximum is 20 students. If you have questions you can contact Jenifer Johnson, Early Learning Coordinator at 763-272-2901, or jenifer.johnson@monticello.k12.mn.us.

Super Mario Game Coding- Grades 3-7 In this class, we introduce students’ programming concepts using Scratch. Scratch is a drag-and-drop creative coding platform developed by MIT. Students will be instructed to make a Mario Kart - style game. Then pick custom characters, and track, to customize their games. Instructor: Tech Academy Home Technical Requirements: ●Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM Chromebooks and Tablets typically DO NOT Work. ●Internet: Broadband internet ●Webcam ●Microphone and Speakers Zoom Installed on computers Additional Technical Requirement: ●Scratch Website ●Scratch Account (sign-up information will be provided before class) – Instructions will be emailed

Have you ever wondered why or who came up with a style for a cool looking tee? Or the process to make a shirt amazing? What about a chance to design an outfit? Well, here is your chance. This week, we will make Graphic tees that are all the rage. Elevating your style by creating your own t-shirts. Make them bold, make them eye catching, make them you! Perfect for expressing your individuality! In one week, we will learn four different ways to make a TEE-RIFIC TEE! I can't wait to learn some fun facts behind the shirts and for you to create your style this summer! A fun extra bonus....a fashion show! You are going to be able to create YOUR style with by using newspaper and other craft supplies!

The trust is a very popular component and tool to be used in our Estate Planning. However, there is a variety of vastly different Trust options to be used and the question arises: “Am I using the right Trust for my needs and goals?” Often used Trusts include: Living Trusts, Testamentary Trusts and Irrevocable Trusts, each serves a different purpose, each has a different result. One common problem that often needs addressing is the over-utilization of the Living Trust for goals or problems that it does not resolve. For example, “Does my Living Trust protect my assets against Medicaid and the nursing home?” The answer is probably not. The Irrevocable Trust and the Testamentary Trust each have their strengths and weaknesses as well. We will clearly define the strengths and weaknesses of these different types of Trusts and when to use them. Explore your goals and wishes to see where they fall in the realm of Trusts. Class encourages questions and we hope to provide answers that will set your mind at ease or assist you in the decision making in this area. Instructor: Steven J. Ledin Attorney Ledin Law PLLC 8971 33rd Street N Lake Elmo, MN 55042 (651) 714-8388 (office) (651) 714-9379 (fax)

Young toddlers are full of energy and curiosity! Join us in activities designed for self-discovery, developing confidence, a variety of sensory experiences and a visit to the gym weekly. This is a non-separating class where the parent educator is there to facilitate conversations amongst the parents in the classroom. Sibling Care is provided.

WINONA MUSEUM & WATKINS - Tuesday, May 19th 2026 - $125 6:45 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. NE., Monticello. Load in parking lot.7:00 a.m. St Michael Elementary - 101 Central Ave W, St Michael 55376 - Pick up in the parking lot on the front of the building.9:00 a.m. Estimated arrival time into Lake City to use the washrooms at Stahlie Park Rest Area.9:15 a.m. Leave Rest Area.10:15 a.m. Arrive in Winona at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum. After a welcome introduction by the staff, this is a self guided experience. The purpose-built museum is located on the banks of the Mississippi River and boasts six galleries, an educational and events space, and a destination retail shop on its seven acre riverside campus. It is through this surprising diversity that MMAM is not only describing what marine art is, but pushing the boundaries of what marine art can be. Through education and exhibitions that explore the ongoing and historic human relationship with water. This is Great Art Inspired by Water.11:45 a.m. Leave MMAM.12:00 p.m. Arrive at Signatures Restaurant at The Bridges Golf Club for a luncheon.Menu: Chicken Dumpling Soup, Build your own Salad - Mixed Greens, Tomato, Radish, Carrots, Red Onions, Cucumber, Croutons and Dressing.Build your own Sandwich - Sliced Turkey and Ham, assortment of Cheeses, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato, Mayo, Mustard, Bread, Chips, Cookie, Coffee, Tea or Water.1:30 p.m. Leave Signatures Restaurant.1:45 p.m. Arrive at the Watkins Administration Building on Liberty Street. Visit the Museum and purchase Watkins Pepper, Vanilla, Petro Carbo Salve and other items. [Note: Because the building is on the National Historic Registry, there is a flight of stairs to get into the building.]2:45 p.m. Leave Winona.3:45 p.m. Stop in Lake City at Stahlie Park Rest Area to use the facilities.4:00 p.m. Leave Lake City.6:00 p.m. Estimated return time to St. Micheal’s.6:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello.Deadline for registration and payment is MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026. NO REFUNDS AFTER THIS DATE.

Acrylic painting is an amazing medium which can provide a lifetime of enjoyment! In this introductory class, you’ll be guided step-by-step through the process of painting using fundamental techniques such as mixing, color value, proportions, composition, layering and impasto. You’ll be surprised how quickly your skills will improve by observing and painting along with a group of artists. Gain a new sense of enjoyment in the medium, discover your own unique style, and learn new ways of seeing; bringing your paintings to the next expressive level!

In this fun and creative watercolor class, kids will explore the magic of painting with water and color! Through playful projects and guided instruction, students will learn basic watercolor techniques like blending, layering, and creating textures. We’ll paint colorful animals, landscapes, and imaginative scenes while encouraging creativity and self-expression. No prior art experience is needed—just curiosity and a love of making art. All materials are provided, and every child leaves with artwork they’re proud of and new confidence in their creativity.