TriDistrict Community Education

Festive, fall fun is what this crafty class is all about! After creating beautiful autumn leaf candle holders, participants will take home their two unique works of art. There is no cost for caregivers to assist.

Join us at the Branch Out building for a fun night of hanging out! We'll have a snack, listen to music, watch a movie and just hang out!! Grab your friends and and be prepared to meet some new friends too! Feel free to bring a game to share.  There is no cost for caregivers.

Everyone enjoys receiving a card. Join us to make a variety of colorful cards to give to friends, family or that special someone. Cost of materials is included in the fee. No cost for caregivers to assist.Instructor: Patty Krause 

Make custom coasters to match your home’s decor. You’ll create four custom coasters that you’ll get to bring home at the end of class. All materials are included in the class fee. There is no cost for caregivers to assist.

Join us for a stroll at Dodge Nature Center. With its many landscapes, Dodge provides a glimpse into the diverse and beautiful natural heritage of West St. Paul. We will walk through the hiking trails and view all the natural beauty Dodge has to offer. Transportation is not provided; meet at Dodge Nature Center. Look for your Access Project staff member holding an umbrella next to the main office building. No cost for caregivers.

Looking for the perfect centerpiece to put on your holiday table? Create your own durable and stunning centerpiece out of felt flowers. Participants will take home their own centerpiece at the end of the class. There is no cost for caregivers to assist. 

Come and learn about Vitals APP- Vitals is a FREE App that is a game changer for helping families who have loved ones with various conditions and disabilities communicate with first responders. Come and listen to a West St. Paul Police Officer and learn how Vitals is building a positive relationship with first responders and individuals with disabilities.

Unleash your inner architect with a twist of holiday cheer! Participants will be decorating their very own gingerbread houses and gingerbread people to bring home just in time for the holidays. Let’s listen to some holiday tunes and sip on a warm beverage with friends while creating a tasty work of art. There is no cost for caregivers to assist.

Give yourself a spa day without leaving the comfort of your home. After mixing up 3 homemade bath scrubs to take home, you will be ready for some serious rest and relaxation. This quick, affordable DIY makes the perfect gift for a friend - or for yourself! There is no cost for caregivers to assist.

Who doesn’t love a thoughtful, homemade gift for the holidays? We’re helping you take the guesswork out of what to get your loved ones with this fun and easy holiday craft. Participants will design and take home ornaments that they make with a delicious recipe perfect for the holiday season: hot cocoa. There is no cost for caregivers to assist.

Whip up a scarf without the hassle of needles by trying out loop knitting! Participants will leave the class with a cozy scarf and a newfound hobby! Loop knitting is a simpler and quicker alternative to needle knitting, with just as high quality results. There is no cost for caregivers to assist.Instructor: Hannah Pitzl

Create a colorful and messy masterpiece using canvas and old crayons. At the end of the evening, you’ll take home your very own masterpiece. All materials are included in the class fee. There is no cost for caregivers to assist. 

Make your Thanksgiving sweeter with these mini pies. You'll be learning how to make three great flavors that you’ll bring home afterwards! No cost for caregiver to assist.

Grab a friend! You won't want to miss out on this spook-tacular dance. Come dressed up in your favorite costume and plan to have a fun night hanging out with friends. There will be a DJ spinning some of your favorite tunes, treats for you to enjoy and a fang-tastic photo booth! There is no cost for caregivers. Pre registration is not required but appreciated.

What’s better than a relaxing night of BINGO and pizza? Grab a friend and let’s hang out for the night playing a game everyone knows and loves! Plenty of fabulous prizes will be available for participants to win. There is no cost for caregivers to assist.

Water marble painting is a unique concept, and class participants will master and display this technique on 2 pillow cases. By transferring their own abstract designs onto pillow cases, they will create a bright and beautiful masterpiece ready to be enjoyed. There is no cost for caregivers to assist.