Mankato Community Education

In partnership with the MNSU College of Electrical and Computer Engineering, join us for a hands-on exploration of IC chip, Internet-of-things, Robotics, and Software Defined Radio. This camp is held in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Labs at MNSU!

Happy Birthday! Congratulations! Happy New Year! Learn the basics of buttercream cake decorating to create beautiful cakes for any celebration. Cake decorating supplies are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own tools for practice. ALL ITEMS CAN BE CREATED ALLERGEN FRIENDLY.

From flooding to piping, to layers and sprinkles, learn the basics of sugar cookie decorating. Create beautiful cookies with four different decorating techniques and bring some home to share! ALL ITEMS CAN BE CREATED ALLERGEN FRIENDLY. Please bring a container to take home extra treats.

Paws and Claws: When Pets Know Too Much Using the powers of DNA analysis, genetic sequencing, and squishy math, figure out who let the dogs out!

Transform a lump of clay into beautiful, functional objects or unique gifts! These step by step art courses will teach you to create themed pieces of art that you can bring home. Each class meets twice: once to shape your creation, and once to add color. You'll be notified when your finished masterpieces emerge from the kiln, and are ready to take home! Session 1: Monster Pot. Build a crazy monster to guard your prized possessions! Session 2: Create a dish in the shape of your hand to decorate with Henna designs and bold colors! Session 3: Animal Bobble Heads. Choose an animal to bobble around on your desk! These courses are for youth entering grades 3-12.

Staying home alone for the first time is an opportunity eagerly anticipated by most kids; but with opportunity comes responsibility. This course covers a variety common scenarios and topics specific to children preparing to stay home alone, or stay home with younger siblings. We ask that a parent or adult guardian attend class with the child.

Join Lizzie from Smell The Roses Memory Creation, LLC this summer for a hands-on photography course designed for anyone wanting to learn about taking beautiful, meaningful photographs. We’ll explore key concepts of composition, lighting, and digital editing, covering techniques such as the rule of thirds, natural framing, and how to find the perfect lighting indoors and outdoors. Whether you’re using a smartphone or a DSLR, you’ll learn how to enhance your images through thoughtful shooting and simple editing tools. This course is perfect for beginners eager to document memories, express creativity, and see the world through a new lens. Bring your camera, your curiosity, and get ready to create!

Love history? Looking for a foundation for medical and scientific terminology? This Introduction to Latin course offers a launch into the language and Roman history. Students will learn essential Latin vocabulary, phrases, and grammar, providing a foundation for understanding and translating short Latin texts. The course also explores significant aspects of Roman history, from the rise of the Roman Empire to its lasting cultural and political influence. By the end, students will have both a solid grasp of Latin and an appreciation for the impact of Roman history on the modern world.

Learn to Lancer is a NEW program for youth 7 years old to 15 years who would like to learn the artistry of dance, movement and twirling with Color Guard Flags, Rifles and Pom Poms. Participation in this course is introductory and will give youth the opportunity to learn skills that will lead to future success in the 77 Lancers Color Guard as well as our OWN performance opportunities at local events such as high school sports. Learn to Lancer program will perform at events and 1 showcase competition (non-competitive) - more information on date, time and location will be shared when finalized. Learn To Lancer fee is for program participation and use of program equipment. Costumes, hair, makeup, and shoes are purchased by families and are personal property of the child / family at the completion of the program. Transportation to any performances are provided by families of the participants. Participants will be held to responsible use standards of our performance equipment (rifles, poms, and flags). Equipment is property of Mankato Community Education and will stay in Mankato Community Education inventory at the end of the season.

Bring a friend to create personalzed leather art! Join Pegeen to first practice, then create your own leather picture and stamped bracelet. Whether you wear it or share it, you'll have a great time learning a new art form!

Pamper your pet by creating three different toys that will be fun for you and them! Whether you’re a cat person or a dog person, you will love these activities.