Join us for an enriching visit to an Amish colony in the picturesque town of Harmony, Minnesota. Explore family farms and browse exquisite handmade crafts, furniture, and baked goods (cash only). A knowledgeable walk-on guide will join us on the bus, offering fascinating insights into Amish traditions, culture, and daily life. This experience provides a rare opportunity to step into a unique community and observe traditional farming practices reminiscent of earlier generations. Before the tour, we’ll enjoy a delicious meal at The Branding Iron in Preston, MN. Your ticket includes deluxe motor-coach transportation, a guided tour of Harmony’s Amish colony, and lunch at The Branding Iron. Meal options include battered shrimp, battered cod, a pork chop, or a chicken kabob—each served with sides and a beverage. Dessert is not included. Departure & Return Departs: 8:15 AM from Gladstone Community Education Center 1945 Manton St, Maplewood, MN 55109 Returns: Approximately 6:00 PM to the same location Cancellation Policy Cancellations made before May 6, 2026, will incur a $15 processing fee. No refunds will be issued after this date. Experience the charm of Amish living and enjoy a memorable day filled with culture, history, and great food! Trip Mobility Level Level 2: Moderate Expectations: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking, with periods of standing and occasional stairs. Participants should be prepared to walk slightly longer distances and move at a comfortable, steady pace. Rest opportunities will be available between activities. Appropriate for: Most participants who are moderately fit, lead semi-active lifestyles, and can comfortably participate in a full day of activities involving moderate physical exertion.

Take a docent-led Art Deco Tour of the Ramsey County Courthouse and Saint Paul City Hall. Tour the architecturally significant spaces and features within Saint Paul City Hall/Ramsey County Courthouse. It is a 21- story Art Deco skyscraper which opened to the public in 1932. The building serves as the main location for Minnesota’s Second Judicial Court and City Hall. It contains The Vision of Peace, the world’s largest carved onyx statue. The building has 23 kinds of wood from 18 countries and various marbles throughout. This is a working building; not all rooms are available to tour at all times. The building is subject to security issues and government regulations that may require last-minute restrictions and changes. Visitors will be walking and standing for approximately 90-minutes. We will have lunch at the Union Depot's,1881 Eating House, which reflects the style and quality of the Lake Elmo Inn family. After lunch we will have a guided narrated tour of the Union Depot. St. Paul’s elegant Neo-Classical Union Depot was the dream of railroad baron James J. Hill. Completed in 1926, it was the largest construction project of the20th century in St. Paul. Hear how the railroads literally shaped the city of St Paul and about the fiery past that led to the current depot’s creation. Learn why it was also important to gangsters and prohibitionists. You will also enjoy the Neo-Classical architecture and beautiful public art. Visitors will be walking and standing for approximately 60 minutes. Menu Choice: 1. 1881 Burger, Cheddar, Pickles, Garlic Aioli, Iceberg Lettuce, Tomato, Onion. Fries, Beverage. 2. Cranberry Turkey Sandwich - Turkey, Cranberry Brie Aioli, Lettuce, Bacon, Marinated Tomato, Apple, Cranberry Wild Rice, Beverage. Schedule for the Day 9:30 a.m. Leave from Gladstone Community Center, 1945 Manton St, Maplewood 9:45 a.m. Arrive at St. Paul City Hall 11:30 a.m. Board bus for lunch at 1881 Eating House 1:30 p.m. Guided Tour of Union Depot 2:30 p.m. Depart Union Depot 3:00 p.m. Return to Gladstone.

Review the rules of the road and learn new information regarding today’s cars, and update your driving skills. Those over the age of 55 qualify to receive a 10 percent discount on their auto insurance after completing this 4-hour basic course. This course is a live online presentation offered in a 4-hour Online session. A 4-hour refresher course is required every three years. Register at least one week before the class date and please stop by Gladstone Community Education Center Office (1945 Manton St. Maplewood, MN 55109) to pick up your required booklet. Office hours are Monday- Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Minnesota Safety Council. IMPORTANT UPDATE: Effective July 1, 2024, the 4-hour defensive driving program can be taken for the initial and the refresher courses. During the registration process please confirm the best email address to reach you. The class link will come in a confirmation email one day prior to your class start date.

Make a Difference for Seniors in Our Community! At Gladstone Senior Programs, we provide a warm and welcoming space where seniors can stay active, engaged, and connected year-round. With your support, we can continue offering vital programs like: Social Activities – A place to gather, make friends, and enjoy activities like card games, art classes, and woodworking. Fitness Classes – Fun and accessible daily exercise for all levels. Little Free Library – Take a book or leave a book to share the joy of reading. Enrichment Classes – Lifelong learning through exciting courses and workshops. Defensive Driving Courses – Helping seniors stay safe on the road and save on insurance. Foot Care Clinic – Essential services to keep feet healthy and happy. Meals on Wheels – Nutritious, made-from-scratch meals delivered by friendly volunteers. Dateline Newsletter & E-Blasts – Keeping seniors informed and connected. These programs bring joy, companionship, and resources to so many—but they wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of people like you. Would you consider making a tax-deductible donation today? Your gift helps provide education, social connection, and essential services to local seniors. Every dollar makes a difference! Together, we can ensure seniors in our community continue to thrive.

Safeway Driving School provides a comprehensive driver education program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for safe and responsible driving. Our program is open to students aged 14.5 to 18, offering flexibility and convenience for families. In partnership with Safeway Driving School. What's Included: 30 hours of classroom instruction: Covering state-approved curriculum to prepare students for their permit exam. 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training: Individualized, hands-on driving lessons with professional, experienced instructors. Flexible scheduling: Convenient class times and driving sessions designed to fit your student's busy schedule, with easy make-up options available for busy teenaged schedules. State certification: Upon completion of the program, students will receive all necessary documentation to apply for their Minnesota driver’s license.

The State of Minnesota requires that driver’s education distance learning be conducted in a face-to-face platform, which requires that students have a video camera and audio capabilities on their devices. Safeway has chosen a secure Zoom platform to conduct the class. Students will be required to be in front of the camera and interactive for the full three hour class. Safeway will be emailing the classroom handouts and 2024 MN Driver’s Manual in pdf format for printing. If you do not have the ability to print your course materials, please contact tkohner@isd622.org at least one week prior to the start of your class to pick up a printed packet. Safeway Driving School provides a comprehensive driver education program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for safe and responsible driving. Our program is open to students aged 14.5 to 18, offering flexibility and convenience for families. In partnership with Safeway Driving School What's Included: 30 hours of classroom instruction: Covering state-approved curriculum to prepare students for their permit exam. 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training: Individualized, hands-on driving lessons with professional, experienced instructors. Flexible scheduling: Convenient class times and driving sessions designed to fit your student's busy schedule, with easy make-up options available for busy teenaged schedules. State certification: Upon completion of the program, students will receive all necessary documentation to apply for their Minnesota driver’s license.

The State of Minnesota requires that driver’s education distance learning be conducted in a face-to-face platform, which requires that students have a video camera and audio capabilities on their devices. Safeway has chosen a secure Zoom platform to conduct the class. Students will be required to be in front of the camera and interactive for the full three hour class. Safeway will be emailing the classroom handouts and 2024 MN Driver’s Manual in pdf format for printing. If you do not have the ability to print your course materials, please contact tkohner@isd622.org at least one week prior to the start of your class to pick up a printed packet. Community Education offers teen driver education in cooperation with Safeway Driving School. Safeway Driving School has been graduating teen drivers in the Twin Cities area for over 50 years. Safeway’s only focus is creating safe, responsible teen drivers. Classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons emphasize defensive driving techniques tailored to the inexperienced teen driver while targeting to influence the invincible teen attitude. All of Safeway’s instructors are licensed by the Minnesota Dept. of Public Safety. The cost of the teen package is $419.00 and includes the classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons, and all materials. Pay in full upon registration or choose the payment plan: $269.00 payable to Community Education upon registration and $150 (two payments of $75 each) payable to Safeway at the behind-the-wheel lessons. Classroom instruction prepares the student to take the Minnesota permit test and begin the responsibility of driving. The 30 hours of classroom time is structured into 10 independent lessons. Students must be on time for all classes. After class is completed, students that are 15 years old are eligible to take their permit test at any Minnesota exam center. The permit test is not provided during the class. Students can take the class at age 14½ but cannot take their permit test until age 15. Make-up lessons can be taken in the next session or at any of Safeway’s other virtual locations. Students must make up the exact lesson number that they missed. Students are welcome to make up in any location as long as the class is not marked “Class Full” on Safeway’s website. For make-up options, contact Safeway at 651-351-9150. Behind-the-wheel instruction includes six hours of driving in three, two-hour private lessons. All driving is done in a real car on actual city streets, highways and freeways with a responsible, licensed Safeway instructor. Safeway recommends students take their first lesson after at least 5 hours of practice driving. The lessons should be a minimum of 30 days apart to allow for practice. The lessons can be completed up to one year after completing classroom. Scheduling is offered online for 24/7 convenience. All of Safeway’s cars are white with identical graphics, so parents and students are confident that it is a Safeway car picking up the student for a lesson. Students can get picked up for their behind-the-wheel lesson from home, school or work. Parent involvement is required to produce safe, responsible teen drivers. It is critical that parents plan to practice regularly with their new student drivers. Safeway offers a free online parent class on their website. The state requires that students have a minimum of 50 hours of practice (15 hours at night). The practice time must be recorded on a state-approved Supervised Driving log and presented at the road test. Safeway Driving School Safeway Driving School has been graduating teen drivers in the Twin Cities area for over 50 years. Safeway’s only focus is creating safe, responsible teen drivers. Classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons emphasize defensive driving techniques tailored to the inexperienced teen driver while targeting to influence the invincible teen attitude. All of Safeway’s instructors are licensed by the Minnesota Dept. of Public Safety.

Take flight in this hands-on adventure where students explore drones, learn the principles of flight, and tackle exciting missions like package delivery, firefighting, and medical rescues. Campers work in teams of three to design and build their drones, pledging to handle them carefully and responsibly. This camp is ideal for students who can balance fun with focus, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity while experiencing the technology of the future! In partnership with Minneapolis Engineering for Kids

Students will learn how to fly like the pros in the Drone Racing League by training on a flight simulator. Once they learn the basics of flying, they’ll assemble their very own drone which they can optionally purchase during the camp. After learning drone safety and maintenance, students will take their drone to the skies and compete in numerous races and challenges. Led by experienced instructors, students will leave camp with the skills and knowledge to pilot their drones and keep them running. The drones used in camps have cameras, and are perfect for entry level pilots. In partnership with COR Robotics.