Explore the fun and challenge of drawing from observation. This class explores the tradition of nature journaling. If you want to develop skills to draw what you see, using pencil, watercolor, ink, we will learn about line, form, space, value, composition, perspective and proportion. Classes will be held at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum and possible other excursions in and around the museum. The class is supportive and interactive and each student’s individual style and contribution is valued! All…

Each month the museum will have a fun, lake-life craft you can create and take home! Gyotaku is the traditional Japanese method of printing fish. Learn about the ancient practice and create your own prints to display at home. Instructor: Debbie Hoven Class fee: $5.00 Register online with Alexandria Community Education at https://alexandria.ce.eleyo.com/course/5832/youth-summer-2019-thru-spring-2020/make-n-take-children-s-craft-series-gyotaku or call (320) 762-3310, extension 4272. Limited spots, so register today!

Experience in the beautiful gardens of the Legacy of the Lakes Museum. Local artist Leanne Larson will give relaxed step-by-step instructions as we paint the setting we see with our own eyes! Get outdoors and experience plein air painting! All painting supplies are provided including use of a standing retractable easel that can be lowered for sitting. This is a 2-3 hour session so you can choose to sit,stand or both. Stools/chairs will also be provided. We will take breaks…

Yoga has so many health benefits for mind, body and spirit. Yoga equally strengthens and stretches, increasing flexibility and repairing muscles. It’s all about relaxing and allowing yourself and your body to have as much relaxation as you want. This time is for you - free of competition and comparison! Appropriate for all ages & fitness levels. Class Fee: $28.00 (INCLUDES 3 SESSIONS - JUNE 12, 19, & 26) Register online with Alexandria Community Education at https://alexandria.ce.eleyo.com/course/5770/adult-fall-2018-summer-2019/yoga-in-the-gardens or call (320)…

Join us for a presentation on a time after WWII when the sugar rations were over and egg coffee was served with great baked goods! Registration closes one week prior to the event. Class fee: $7.00 Register with Alexandria Community Education at https://alexandria.ce.eleyo.com/course/5851/adult-fall-2018-summer-2019/community-read-coffee-break-in-the-gardens or call (320) 762-3310, extension 4272. Limited spots, so register today!

Each month the museum will have a fun, lake-life craft you can create and take home! This month’s class is about creativity, science, and water. Get your creative juices flowing! Participants will build a boat out of common household supplies and test it on the water to see if it floats. Instructor: Debbie Hoven. Class fee: $5.00 Register online with Alexandria Community Education at https://alexandria.ce.eleyo.com/course/5833/youth-summer-2019-thru-spring-2020/make-n-take-children-s-craft-series-boat-building or call (320) 762-3310, extension 4272. Limited spots, so register today!

Yoga has so many health benefits for mind, body and spirit. Yoga equally strengthens and stretches, increasing flexibility and repairing muscles. It’s all about relaxing and allowing yourself and your body to have as much relaxation as you want. This time is for you - free of competition and comparison! Appropriate for all ages & fitness levels. Class Fee: $28.00 (INCLUDES 3 SESSIONS - JULY 10, 17 & 24) Register online with Alexandria Community Education at https://alexandria.ce.eleyo.com/course/5770/adult-fall-2018-summer-2019/yoga-in-the-gardens or call (320)…

Join us in the Legacy Gardens for live music on select summer Friday nights. Each year we bring a variety of bands from the Midwest and beyond to perform on the Pohlig Family Stage. Guests are asked to bring their own lawn chairs. Adult beverages for sale. Must be 21 or older to attend. This is a ticketed event. More details to come.