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Make-n-Take Children’s Craft Series: Boat Building
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!
Find out more »JULY – Yoga in the Legacy Gardens
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)…
Find out more »Music in the Gardens – Mick Sterling: Born to Run
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. NEW THIS YEAR: our summer concert series is now family friendly. Adult beverages for sale for those 21 and older. Ticket Information 2 types of seating: Gar Wood Seating (front section, chair provided) $20/ticket and $10/ticket for members Grasslands Seating (bring your own chair or…
Find out more »Legacy of the Lakes Boat Show
We are proud to announce that the Legacy of the Lakes Museum Boat Show will be at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center at Alexandria on Lake Darling. We would like to invite you to show your vintage and fiberglass boat or car in any condition on land or in the water. Registration details below. Please join us for special weekend festivities and new museum exhibits for you to enjoy! SCHEDULE Friday, July 12 Arrive - Lakes Cruise Meet-up at…
Find out more »Charles Beck Gallery Talk
Amy Sharpe, author of Charles Beck: The Nature of an Artist, will be in-house to talk about about Charles Beck and his work. Beverages and snacks served. Find out more about Amy and her work at www.ripplerivergallery.com.
Find out more »Music in the Gardens – Joyann Parker: Patsy Cline
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. NEW THIS YEAR: our summer concert series is now family friendly. Adult beverages for sale for those 21 and older. Ticket Information 2 types of seating: Gar Wood Seating (front section, chair provided) $20/ticket and $10/ticket for members Grasslands Seating (bring your own chair or…
Find out more »Becoming a Host Family
Explore the world without leaving Alexandria! If you are retired, a one or two parent household or a single person with no children at all then you may be an eligible host for an exchange student. This is a casual information session that will answer your questions and explain the US Department of State's international high school student exchange program. Previous host families and exchange students may be present to share their experiences (depending on availability). Light ethnic appetizers will…
Find out more »Basic Phone Photography
Get out of your comfort phone zone and learn new tips and tricks for taking amazing photos right from your phone! Local artist Leanne Larson will give you insight on subject matter, composition, light, and even how to apply filters and upload to your social media platform. Please bring your smart phone. Phones newer than the iPhone 6 are recommended however much of what we cover applies to most smart phone. Class fee: $16.00 Register with Alexandria Community Education at…
Find out more »AUGUST – Yoga in the Legacy Gardens
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 - AUGUST 7, 14, & 21) 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)…
Find out more »Make-n-Take Children’s Craft Series: Woodcutting
Each month the museum will have a fun, lake-life craft you can create and take home! The art of woodcutting originated thousands of years ago in China. See contemporary woodcut artwork from Minnesota artist, Charles Beck, displayed at the museum. Learn about the unique art form and create your own masterpieces to display at home. Instructor: Debbie Hoven Class fee: $5.00 Register online with Alexandria Community Education at https://alexandria.ce.eleyo.com/course/5834/youth-summer-2019-thru-spring-2020/make-n-take-children-s-craft-series-woodcutting or call (320) 762-3310, extension 4272. Limited spots, so register today!
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