Looking for a fun way to enjoy the outdoors this spring and summer? Join the Castlewood Golf Course Couples League (scramble) on Monday nights and experience the perfect blend of friendly competition and relaxation. The league is designed for all skill levels and offers a great opportunity to meet new people and enjoy the game together. Please register at Castlewood.golf

Please register at Castlewood.golf Looking for a fun and competitive way to spend your Tuesday/Wednesday nights this spring and summer? Join the Castlewood Golf Course Tuesday/Wednesday Men's League (head-to-head match play), where teams of four or more players come together for exciting weekly rounds of golf.

Please register at Castlewood.golf Are you a senior golfer looking for a fun and competitive way to enjoy the game? Join the Castlewood Golf Course Thursday Morning Senior League (stroke play), designed for senior golfers over age 55. This league features handicapped stroke play, ensuring a fair and enjoyable experience for players of all skill levels.

Please register at Castlewood.golf Looking for a fun and social way to spend your Thursday evenings this spring and summer? Join the Castlewood Golf Course Thursday Evening Women’s League where teams of four or more women hit the course for a relaxed yet competitive round of golf.

Let's Go Fishing and the City of Forest Lake in partnership with Forest Lake Area Schools Community Education are excited to announce the Forest Lake Chapter. Starting in June of 2026, this Chapter will be providing free boating excursions and fishing trips on Forest Lake for seniors, veterans, special needs individuals and youth. We are in need of volunteers and board members as well as the people that will become our boat captains and crew members next summer. For more information, please visit our website at www.forestlake.lgfws.com where you can sign up as a volunteer. If you have any additional questions or wish to serve on our board of directors, please contact us through Forest Lake Area Schools Community Education at Btetzlaff@flaschools.org or 651-982-8333.

MAKE AN INVESTMENT - Adults who have their degree make more money and are prepared for college! The GED® test is a four-subject high school equivalency test that measures skills required by high schools and requested by colleges and employers. The four subjects are Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Reasoning Through Language Arts. After you pass the GED® test, your diploma or credential will be issued by your state but you’ll receive a GED® transcript to apply to college, start training, or get a better job. Visit www.ged.com to learn more or to make an appointment to take the test. Watch this video for more information about the process to prepare for and take the GED.

Build strength while you lengthen and stretch your body by aligning ligaments through this gentle yoga practice. Learn the fundamentals of yoga and how to move between yoga poses while you build confidence to try more challenging poses. While most appropriate for people with experience in yoga, those new to yoga are welcome. Drop in fee: $12 (correct change required). Summer session will be held outdoors with an indoor space as an inclement weather back up. Please wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat, bug spray and a bottle of water. This class is provided in partnership with the City of Forest Lake Parks and Recreation.

Adult Basic Education Hours; Mon-Thu 8:30am-12:30pm Tue & Thu 1:30pm-7pm Adult Basic Education classes are: Designed for adults Learner centered Offered year round Confidential Free of charge Self-paced Flexible on-going start dates Basic Skills Refresher – Are you preparing to enter college or wanting to brush up on your reading, writing or math skills? Based on your individual needs, you will be guided through activities and materials to help you meet your educational goals. English as a Second Language – Are you or someone you know interested in improving their English? Foreign-born adults are welcome to work one-on-one or in small groups with teachers or tutors to improve their English skills. Students can enter the program with any level of English language skill and move through the program at their own pace. Family Learning - This is an ideal program for parents with young children who want to work on their own learning goals. Children attend preschool or childcare programs while parents participate in parent education classes and work on goals that may include GED, English or basic skills. Families enjoy lunch together, participate in guided learning experiences and get ideas for home activities. Call for enrollment information. Sep-May Tue & Thu 9:15-12:30pm

Work individually or in small groups with the guidance of a licensed teacher to prepare for taking your GED tests. We will determine where you need extra support in order to pass all four sections of the GED test. You will have access to instructional materials and timed practice tests. You and your instructor will determine when you are prepared to take each section of the computer based version of the GED. GED-i online test preparation is available on a limited basis to learners who qualify. Watch this video for more information about the process to prepare for and take the GED.

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise discipline that utilizes a series of slow, graceful, low impact body movements and specialized breathing techniques to improve health, balance and relaxation. Come see for yourself how Tai Chi can enhance your fitness, increase your sense of tranquility and elevate you to new levels of vitality and well-being. Wear comfortable clothes, flat shoes and bring a bottle of water. An indoor space will be available in case of inclement weather.

There are ten people we should be prepared to count on as we age including Attorney-In-Fact, Health Care Agent, Estate Executor, Trustee and Guardian. Learn about: What are the roles and responsibilities of these people? How long do they serve and how much of a time commitment are we asking? How much guidance can we give them? Who makes an ideal selection for each of these vastly different roles? What pitfalls and problems should we be aware of?

With so many different techniques, alcohol ink will soon become a favorite medium. You will work with brushes and wet ink as well as drop ink right from the bottle. It’s time to paint really loosely and not to worry about details while you are making three 6x9” paintings in your chosen colors. A $15 supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Due to materials being prepared in advance, there is no refund after noon on the day of class.

Connect with your creative side and join us for our no-experience-required art class. Jeremy Ross from Your Bearded Artist will guide you through creating an acrylic masterpiece “Daisies on Blue Wine Bottle with Lights” on an empty 750ml wine bottle complete with fairy lights. All supplies are included. Due to materials being prepared in advance, there are no refunds after noon on the day of class.

Work with a nationally certified fitness professional experienced in 55+ adult fitness to build core and stabilizing muscle strength while helping to maintain an active, meaningful life. Beyond physical benefits, our sessions create connections which combat isolation and create a supportive community. This engaging program aims to reduce fall risk and promote independence through exercises using small balls, light weights, loops and bands. Please wear comfortable clothes, athletic shoes and bring a bottle of water.

Baby Boomers worry about how to pay for the nursing home and still leave an inheritance for the next generation. Is long-term care insurance for me? Would I qualify for Medicaid? What about my current Trust, does it protect my assets and avoid the nursing home? What is the 60-month claw back? What if my spouse goes into the nursing home and exhausts our money? Get the answers to these questions and learn how to create an effective plan.

Although there are many ways of painting with alcohol ink, we will focus on blowing flower petals with canned air. After understanding alcohol ink basics, you’ll learn how to blow petals. Each student will get to practice on a white 6x6” white tile. A $20 supply fee is payable to the instructor at class. Due to materials being prepared in advance, there is no refund after noon on the day of class.