Hudson Community Services: Community Education, School Age Care, Summer Programs

Taylor Swift’s fun, sassy song invites you to move your feet, sing along and ...”Shake it off”! So grab some friends and enjoy an hour of fun that will have you dancing the night away!!! No partner needed.

Convinced that you have 2-left feet and that dancing is not meant for you? Or, someone you know? But still, it would be helpful to know a few steps, just in case. This workshop is easy and only one session! Geared to beginners, you’ll enjoy fun patterns, easy turns and be dancing together before you know it. More than enough to provide a full night of dancing! Couples only, please. Please register only one adult - it is not necessary to register both adults. When you register, you'll be asked to provide the name of your dance partner.

Learn the ins and outs of 3D Design and with Tinkercad. Students will design a custom D&D D4 (4-Sided) and D10 (10-Sided). Dies will be printed and mailed home. Additional Technical Requirement: Tinkercad (log in information will be provided during class). Home technical requirements for this class include: Computer: PC (Windows XP 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 computer Registration Deadline: Monday, October 30, 2023

Learn 3D design and modeling skills using Tinkercad while creating a Deathly Hallow model, then creating your own magical pendant. Students will be able to pick one design to be printed and mailed home. Printing fee is included in the cost of tuition. Additional Technical Requirement: Tinkercad (log in information will be provided during class). Home technical requirements for this class include: Computer: PC (Windows XP 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 computer Registration Deadline: October 17, 2023

Design your own 3D pocket monster using Tinkercad. This course will give students an introduction to using CAD modeling and design software. Student designed Pokémon will be printed and mailed home. Additional Technical Requirement: Tinkercad (log in information will be provided during class). Home technical requirements for this class include: Computer: PC (Windows XP 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 computer Registration Deadline: November 21, 2023

A timeless holiday tradition! A miserly and miserable man, Ebenezer Scrooge greets each Christmas with “Bah! Humbug!” until he is visited one Christmas Eve by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Future. In Charles Dickens’ beloved classic, the three spirits show Scrooge happy memories from his past, difficult realities from the present and a grim future should he continue his closed-hearted ways. Throughout his journey, Scrooge is forced to reckon with the man he has become and contemplate the man he could be — but only if his restless night leads to a change of heart by morning. The Guthrie’s cherished tradition returns to delight audiences this holiday season. This production contains strobe lights, haze, fog, loud noises and high-pressure air jets. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Run time: 2 hours, with one intermission. Price includes main floor seating and school bus transportation to and from the theater. Community Education will make every effort to accommodate seating requests; however, there is limited ability to accommodate all seating requests. No refunds will be issued after the ticket purchase deadline of October 2, 2023. Tickets may be transferred to another person if you are unable to attend the performance. Notify Community Education immediately at (715) 377-3722 of any ticket transfers.

This class is designed to help High School students prepare for the ACT test. The class is geared toward Juniors and Seniors, but Sophomores interested in taking the ACT early are welcome. ACT Prep can lead to higher scores; improve chances of getting admitted to the college of your choice and increase opportunities for scholarships. This class focuses on the mathematics portion of the ACT test, which includes a review of algebra, geometry and trigonometry skills, as well as a discussion of test taking strategies. Retired ACT questions will be used.

In this three-session class, participants will be introduced to basic techniques of hand building, throwing on a potter’s wheel, and glazing. Using stoneware clay and earth tone glazes, participants will create pieces of art using an electric wheel, slab roller and extruder. The first two sessions are devoted to creating and the last session will focus on glazing. Both new and returning students are welcome. Participants are encouraged to dress in grubby clothes and bring an apron or towel. Class meets at Craig Seath's Studio (1023 7th St, Hudson WI). Please go to the building/studio behind the house. Please bring $35.00 for a material fee/person, which will be collected by the instructor at the beginning of class. The same instruction will be presented at each session; multiple sessions are offered for participant convenience.

All things aviation will be discussed during this immersive two-hour exploration of aerospace. Participants will learn about aviation history, current and future designs and experiments for aircraft. Various careers in aviation will be discussed as well as general aviation and drone piloting. Students will design and test their own aircraft designs as well as practice flying in a flight simulator and other fun activities in this introduction to aviation! *An opportunity to schedule a student's own Young Eagle Flight will also be provided to the student/parent. This is something families will need to schedule on their own to accommodate their own schedule needs.

Here's your chance to further improve your Spanish language skills. Learn more about the language and culture, advance your skills in pronunciation, vocabulary, reading comprehension and grammar. This course can also serve as a review for those who took Spanish lessons in the past or are interested in practicing the language. Please have readily available the textbook, Practice Makes Perfect Basic Spanish, Premium Third Edition, by Dorothy Richmond to the first class session. New and used textbooks are available at www.barnesandnoble.com or www.amazon.com.

Glass mosaic sounds like a fancy, difficult art form; however, in this class, you will learn how it can be fun and easy while creating a table top or sign! Look through the idea book, browse the patterns and stencils, and choose from dozens of colors of precut glass. Sign ideas include Welcome, house number, last name, state of Wisconsin. The first evening will involve homework and the second evening will be grouting. Tables are 16”x16” and 16” tall and are $70 each. Signs vary in size and are $16-40 each.

More and more online scams are targeting older adults. Join Jennifer Lotze. the Hudson School District's Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning - Technology, to learn what to look for and how to protect yourself from relationship scams, charity scams, non-existent credit card offers, email phishing and more. This is one of Community Education's most requested classes. and it receives excellent evaluations: "Jen's personality as a presenter is great! She is knowledgeable, energetic, witty and kept everything interesting and relevant." "Seniors and adults who did not grow up with computers and cellphones are at a disadvantage. By the time we figure something out, it's already obsolete and we have to figure out the next thing. This class was excellent." "This class is so beneficial in teaching seniors and older adults how to protect themselves and their personal information when they are online." Participants should bring their Smartphone, iPad or other portable device to class.

The program is designed for high school baseball athletes. Class roster will be capped at 25 individuals. Caution - This is NOT a recreational program nor intended for everyone. This program is designed for the highly dedicated and intrinsically motivated baseball athlete. Hard work and deliberate practice is the expectation. Before committing to the program, be sure you can dedicate the time needed and meet the challenging principles set forth to participate in this program. This program Includes more than 70 scheduled training sessions each running roughly 90-120 minutes long. Detailed video analysis of each athlete's throwing motion. Individualized throwing programs built specifically for each athlete to maximize gains, improve movement patterns and increase arm health/durability. Objective assessments of each trainee’s velocity and command of his pitches. Use of Rapsodo Pitching 2.0 technology. OnBaseU movement screening. The goals of this program are to develop and enhance pitching/throwing skills that scale at all levels. Educate each athlete how to take ownership in their development. Create a training culture where grit, desired difficulties and enthusiasm are the norms. Emphasize injury prevention exercises, drills and proper pre/post throwing arm care protocols. Create a more synergetic and biomechanically efficient throwing movement pattern. Velocity enhancement. Command improvement of all pitch types. Pitch development and enhancing current pitch effectiveness. Properly train, prepare and build up each athlete’s throwing endurance to prepare them for the rigors of the upcoming baseball season. Educate and develop a mindset that is capable of adjusting to and overcoming the many obstacles that are inevitable while playing baseball. New for 2023-24, we're offering a monthly option for non-pitching athletes. This option is designed specifically for position players (infielders, outfielders, catchers), focusing on proper throwing mechanics, arm care and increasing throwing velocity. Similar to pitchers, video analysis of the throwing motion will be done and programming will be individualized to best fit each athlete's needs. Location: Hudson High School - West Gymnasium Schedule: Calendar/Schedule Attendance: To maximize the program's potential, athletes are to prioritize attending as many training sessions as possible throughout the entirety of the program. That said, it is understandable that due to conflicting schedules, family events, etc. that a training session may need to be missed from time to time. If you have any questions about the training program, contact Ryan Huppert at: hupperrw@hudsonraiders.org Online registration questions should be referred to Bev Hagen, Hudson Community Education, at hagenbj@hudsonraiders.org

Family Memberships should be registered under one family member's name. It is not necessary to enroll each family member. Monthly usage membership for the Raider Fitness Center and indoor track at Hudson High School. School year hours: Monday - Friday 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM, Saturday -Sunday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, gym - check online schedule for availability. Summer hours: Monday - Friday 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM, gym - check online schedule for availability, Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Have dinner ready in no time on a busy day. Have some fun participating in this virtual Demonstration Style class with the OPTION to Prep-Along one of the meals as well! Learn the foundation of preparing homemade nourishing make-ahead freezer meals for your family freezer that can be used straight from the frozen state. Instant Pot® meals will be featured, but the foundations can be applied for use with slow cookers as well. Meals will include a variety of protein, vegetable, and starch ingredients. The instructor will demonstrate how to prepare four or five make-ahead meals for the freezer during this class, and participants will be invited to prepare ONE of the meals along with the instructor! Demonstrated Prep Recipes Include: Sweet and Zesty Meatballs, Greek Lemon Garlic and Herbed Chicken, Pork Chops with Herbs & Gravy, Chicken Vegetable Noodle Soup, and more, time permitting. Prep-Along Recipe Option: Cheesy Herbed Stuffed Shells Experience how these culinary creations can make it seem as though you have been cooking for hours, when all you have done is opened up a bag and pushed a button! Have your questions answered by the instructor, interact with other participants, and expand your culinary prep repertoire to include Freezer Meal Prep ideas for your electric pressure cooker and slow cooker as well. Participants will receive a list of ingredients and supplies needed to prepare the Cheesy Herbed Stuffed Shells in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. Participants will also receive a detailed professionally made handout of the instructor’s personal recipes shared during the class. The packet will also include a Freezer Meal Prep Lesson / Guide / six recipes and labels that can be printed out for cooking instructions. This class will take place on Zoom, a free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Note: One registration fee for this online virtual class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home ONLY. If friends are gathering together in one person's home for a fun class, each adult friend / separate family needs to register separately. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sugar cookies are so popular, come learn to make your own! Students will be taught how to decorate fancy sugar cookies and take home a box of 12 cookies. You can make your own for your next occasion. This class is for ages 12 and older.

Have some fun participating in this LIVE virtual Family Fun BAKE-ALONG class, as you BAKE & BUILD your own GINGERBREAD HOUSE together! Start a new holiday family tradition and create lifelong memories as you bring your family together to create a show-stopping edible work of art! Together, we will combine the wonderful flavors of gingerbread and use the dough to create the pieces that will be used to “build” breathtaking houses, and make the stiff royal icing that will hold everything together and be used as the “glue” to decorate your houses with candies and delicious treats. Participants will receive a list of ingredients at least a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping and preparation. Participants will also receive a template that will need to be printed and cut out before the class to be used as a “pattern” to cut out the gingerbread before it is baked. We will be using the instructor’s Gingerbread Recipe for these houses that she has tested time and time again to ensure the cookie pieces are delicious but strong enough to hold the weight of the frosting and decorations as well. Participants will receive this recipe and template in a professionally developed PDF packet. Instructions on how to prepare for the class will be included. It will be a very memorable evening! This class will take place on Zoom, a free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. Equipment Needs: Large sheet pan, parchment paper / non-stick baking mat, rolling pin, and mixer will be needed. Other items and ingredients will be listed in the handout you will receive 5-7 days before class Note: One registration fee for this online virtual class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home ONLY. If friends are gathering together in one person's home for a fun class, each adult friend / separate family needs to register separately. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.