Adult Academy
NEW! Shadows of Time...Minnesota’s Surviving Railroad Depots
Author and Educator Bill Shrankler provides a look at Minnesota’s railroad
history through photographs, maps, stories and facts about depots that
range from opulent buildings to small wooden structures. Following the
presentation, Bill will be signing his book Shadows of Time...Minnesota’s
Surviving Railroad Depots, which will be available for optional
purchase for $29. Bill Schrankler
Date: Mon, Apr 16
Time: 1:00–2:15 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ7
Location: Gladstone, 105
Jack the Ripper
How much do you know about
the unidentified serial killer who
stalked the impoverished areas in
the Whitechapel District of London
in 1888? Dig into the criminal files
and the fiction of the notorious
“Jack the Ripper,” also known as the
“the Whitechapel Murderer” and
“Leather Apron.” Dan Hartman
Date: Fri, Apr 13
Time: 1:00–3:00 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ5
Location: Gladstone, 105
The Doctors Mayo:
History of the Mayo Clinic
What do malaria and a tornado have
to do with establishing the world
renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester,
Minnesota? Why did the Ku Klux
Klan vilify the Mayos? Who were
some of the famous patients? How
do you get to be a patient at the
Mayo Clinic? Join us and find out!
Kathy Simmer
Date: Fri, Apr 20
Time: 1:00–3:00 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ1
Location: Gladstone, 105
Chicago World’s Columbian
Exposition of 1893
This World Fair drew over 27
million visitors to Chicago during
a 6 month period in 1893. Hosting
this event had a major impact on
Chicago’s architecture and resulted
in the nickname “The White City”
due to the appearance of its massive
white buildings. In addition, many
new technologies were showcased.
Learn all about this event that
brought worldwide attention to
Chicago—both the good and the
bad. Dan Hartman
Date: Fri, May 18
Time: 1:00–3:00 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ6
Location: Gladstone, 105
NEW! Exploring Ojibwe/Dakota Culture through Art
NEW! Downsizing Dilemma
Explore the Ojibwe and Dakota cultures through traditional and
contemporary art. The rich traditions of American Indian art are an
example of how one aspect of culture has changed, yet persists through
time. Focus will be on the art and design of the two tribes that are
indigenous to Minnesota. Robin Nelson
Date: Wed, May 9
Time: 1:00–2:00 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ8
Location: Gladstone, 105
Everything you need to know as you consider downsizing: the pros and cons between townhomes,
condos, rentals, and assisted living; how to manage your cost of living; how to buy BEFORE
selling your current home; financing options and more. The Smith Team at Keller Williams
Date: Wed, Apr 18
Time: 10:00–11:30 am
Cost: FREE, please preregister
Class #: SRH1
Location: Gladstone, 105
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