Courses

Looking for something fun and interactive to do with your child? Drop in at ECFE and play in one of the ECFE rooms, gym or playground (when available). CLICK COURSE TITLE ABOVE FOR MORE DETAILS INCLUDING SCHEDULE, LOCATIONS, AND FEES.

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September 23, 2019 to December 2, 2019, RE Rm E106 Door 8

Dress for the elements and experience the wonder of nature. Click course title ABOVE for more details!

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September 9, 2019 to November 18, 2019, HC Nature Explore Classroom Door 5
Wednesday, December 11, 2019, HC Nature Explore Classroom Door 5
Monday, January 13, 2020, HC Nature Explore Classroom Door 5

Do you have children who need to run off extra energy? Parents and children get active together by running, jumping, playing ball and more! Click course title ABOVE for more details including schedule, locations and fees.

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November 9, 2019 to December 14, 2019, HC Gym Door 5

Physical activity and learning go hand-in-hand for the littlest of athletes. Each class combines fitness, learning and fun centered around one of four sports.

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November 6, 2019 to December 11, 2019, HE Gym Door 1

Utilize the movements of sports to help your little athlete meet, master and exceed their motor development milestones.

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October 28, 2019 to December 2, 2019, HE Gym Door 1
November 6, 2019 to December 11, 2019, HE Gym Door 1

Utilize the movements of sports to help your little athlete meet, master and exceed their motor development milestones.

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October 28, 2019 to December 2, 2019, HE Gym Door 1

Come to our kitchen and use your creativity to decorate pre-purchased sugar cookies!

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Saturday, December 7, 2019, HC Blesener Cmty Rm Door 5

Explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun.

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January 27, 2020 to May 18, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Have FUN while learning the fundamentals of hip hop and jazz!

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January 28, 2020 to May 19, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Bond with your little one as we explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun.

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December 6, 2019 to February 21, 2020, HC Stage Door 5
February 28, 2020 to May 22, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Bond with your little one as we explore fundamental classic ballet and tap movement skills in an atmosphere of discovery and fun.

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December 6, 2019 to February 21, 2020, HC Stage Door 5
February 28, 2020 to May 22, 2020, HC Stage Door 5

Karate is a great way for students to increase their sense of responsibility, build self-esteem and decrease their willingness to take foolish risks.

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November 7-21, 2019, TL Cafeteria Door 3
January 14-30, 2020, TL Cafeteria Door 3
March 5-24, 2020, TL Cafeteria Door 3

Calling all budding artists!! Let's explore different ways to create art. You and your child will experience different types of art..all very messy! Come dressed for fun creating; smocks will be available.

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September 25, 2019 to December 4, 2019, HC Art Rm Door 5
September 25, 2019 to December 4, 2019, HC Art Rm Door 5

Everything from "Baby shark, doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo" to shaker eggs! Come learn through music as we sing, create instruments, and play instruments, all based on a theme children and families can relate to.

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September 24, 2019 to November 5, 2019, HC Rm 10 Door 5

This parent/child camp features horse safety, learning and fun! Learn about different horse breeds, colors and sizes, then help feed, care for and groom the horses. In addition, you will get to make your own horse treats and give them to the horses.

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Saturday, October 19, 2019, Boulder Pointe Equestrian Center

Take the scary out of bugs, snakes and bats while having Halloween fun! This is a non-scary event with pumpkin decorating, treats, activities and family fun on our Nature Explore Center! Non-scary costumes are allowed. Co-sponsored by ECFE and Friends of Sherburne Wildlife Refuge.

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Saturday, October 26, 2019, HC Nature Explore Classroom Door 5

Grab your family and friends and head to the pool for some water fun! Play games, practice swim skills, or just splash around.

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September 8, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
January 19, 2020 to May 10, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Parent/Child Level 1 familiarizes children with the water and teaches swimming readiness skills.

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September 8, 2019 to November 3, 2019, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Parent/Child Level 2 improves skills learned in Level 1 and teaches more advanced skills while continuing to build on water safety knowledge.

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November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Preschool A orients participants to the aquatic environment to help them gain rudimentary basic aquatic skills.

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November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Preschool B builds and improves skills learned in Preschool A while increasing water knowledge and safety topics.

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September 8, 2019 to November 3, 2019, VM Pool Door M
September 8, 2019 to November 3, 2019, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M
November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Preschool C increases proficiency and builds on the basic aquatic skills learned in Preschool A and B while reinforcing water safety skills learned earlier and introducing additional water safety topics.

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November 10, 2019 to January 12, 2020, VM Pool Door M

Minnesota winters are long! What do we do to enjoy them? Join us in our Nature Explore outdoor classroom as we try some of the great outdoor activities a Minnesota winter has to offer: ice fishing, sledding, even flying kites and marching in a parade. Dress for the weather!

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Friday, January 24, 2020, HC Nature Explore Classroom Door 5

Stop by our activity booth at the Wildlife Festival at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge! This free family event will be at the Oak Savanna Learning Center, Zimmerman. In addition to our booth, enjoy presentations, hands-on activities, horse-drawn wagon rides through the savanna and more!

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Saturday, September 28, 2019, Oak Savanna Learning Center