Color Guard Clinic | $35
Director: Kelsey Zbaracki
Learn the basics of color guard in this fun one-day clinic! Open to students in grades 4–12—no experience needed. Participants will learn simple flag routines and perform alongside the drumline in the Giant Days Parade. Fee includes the clinic and a T-shirt.
Clinic: Monday, July 6
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
BEAHS Band Room
Performance:
Saturday, July 11
10:00 am
Giant Days Parade
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
☀️Check out all the other amazing Summer Rec activities being offered—as well as area swimming pool information—in our 2026 Summer Rec flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BV5IgmOwWEAM8NDSogMLwkBe-Gehsxmz/view?usp=sharing
PLEASE NOTE: The correct dates of the camp are listed below; the summer flyer has an incorrect start date)
Buccaneer Beats Drumline Camp | $45
Director: Kelsey Zbaracki
Join the Buccaneer Beats Drumline Camp and learn the rhythms that bring the parade to life! Open to grades 6–12—no percussion experience needed. Drumline members will practice together all week and perform in the Giant Days Parade on Saturday. Fee includes camp and a T-shirt. Limit of 14, due to number of instruments.
Camp: July 7-10 (Tuesday – Friday)
9:00 – 11:00 am
BEAHS Band Room
Final Performance:
Saturday, July 11
10:00 am
Giant Days Parade
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
☀️Check out all the other amazing Summer Rec activities being offered—as well as area swimming pool information—in our 2026 Summer Rec flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BV5IgmOwWEAM8NDSogMLwkBe-Gehsxmz/view?usp=sharing
We know costs are going up everywhere, so Community Ed is making one thing a little easier this summer. The $5 late registration fee for Summer Rec camps and activities after May 18 has officially been eliminated! Register when you can--we hope you can find some fun things to do this summer in Community Ed.
We hope this helps make summer fun a little more accessible for families. ☀️
You can view the Summer Rec flyer here (including swimming pool information for Blue Earth & Winnebago): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BV5IgmOwWEAM8NDSogMLwkBe-Gehsxmz/view?usp=sharing
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
(Adults & Families)
Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time to join local history buff, AB Russ, for a fascinating guided tour through the grounds of Riverside Cemetery. History, heritage, and memories converge as AB shares captivating stories about the remarkable individuals who have left their mark on our community. Register by: May 16. In lieu of a registration fee, free will donations will be accepted on the day of the event. All donations will go to the Faribault County Historical Society. Please register so we know how many people to expect.
📅Saturday, May 23
⏰10:00 - 11:00 am
📍Blue Earth Riverside Cemetery
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💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
Join us for the Point of Impact Meeting on Monday, June 8, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at the BEA High School Performing Arts Center.
✅ Reduce required practice driving hours from 50 to 40
✅ Get valuable tips for mentoring your new driver
✅ FREE to attend — no pre-registration needed!
📞 Questions? Call Rachel at (507) 526-3172
👨👩👧 Students should attend with their primary driving mentor!
Coaches: BEA Football Staff
Buc football coaches and players are hosting a tackling camp focused on proper fundamentals using Atavus and Hawk Tackling techniques. The camp emphasizes safety, confidence, and correct technique while helping players build skills that translate to game situations.
Parents and youth coaches are encouraged to attend and learn these safe tackling methods. This camp is ideal for players looking to build strong fundamentals, improve confidence in contact, and develop habits that translate directly to game situations—the Buccaneer way.
*Helmets, shoulder pads, and hip/thigh/knee pads are not needed for this camp*
July 14 & 15 (Tuesday/Wednesday)
(Grades 2–4) 8:30 – 9:30 am
(Grades 5-7) 9:45 – 10:45 am
Location: High School Practice Field
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
Shoot the Rock Little Baller Basketball Camp is the perfect introduction to the game for young players ready to learn, move, and have fun! Coaches Shannon & Colby Swanson will teach basketball basics like dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense through exciting drills and games designed just for little ballers.
📅 June 1–4 (Monday–Thursday)
⏰ 9:00–10:15 AM
👦👧 Boys & Girls, Grades K–2
📍 BEA High School Gym
💲 $55
Each camper will also receive a camp t-shirt! Don’t miss this fun week of basketball, teamwork, and energy on the court!
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
⚽️Soccer Camp—grades 3-6 $35
Coaches: Jake & Hannah Brower
Join us for an action-packed soccer camp in an encouraging environment, where young soccer enthusiasts hone their skills and learn the fundamentals of the game. Supportive coaching, fun drills, and exciting matches await!
June 1-4 (Monday-Thursday)
(Grades 3 - 6) 9:00-10:30 am
Location: BEA High School Practice Field
⚽️Youth Soccer $35
Coaches: Colby Swanson & Shannon Swanson
Learn the beginning fundamentals of this exciting sport: basic skills, drills, and catch soccer fever!
July 13-16 (Monday-Thursday)
(Pre-school Ages 4 & 5) 9:00 – 10:00 am
(Grades K-3) 10:15 – 11:15 am
Location: High School Practice Field
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
Shoot the Rock Summer Skills
Coaches: Shannon & Colby Swanson
This summer marks our 15th year of Shoot the Rock Basketball! We’re excited to build on what we’ve always offered with a HUGE addition.
Shoot the Rock coaches Colby and Shannon Swanson are partnering with MSU Men’s Assistant Basketball Coach Isaac Fink (Director of Be Great Basketball Training) to provide fun, fast-paced games and high-level skill development throughout the summer.
$140 | 7-sessions
Shoot the Rock Schedule
Mondays/Wednesdays | June 8, 10, 22, 24, 29
Boys (Grades 3-6) 9:00 – 10:30 am
Girls (Grades 3-6) 10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Please note: these times are correct for these dates (they were omitted in the graphic)
Be Great Basketball Training (Special Sessions- included in fee; no separate registration)
Monday/Wednesday | June 15 & 17
Boys & Girls (Grades 3-6) 9:00 – 11:00 am
This program is designed to help players improve their skills, compete, and enjoy the game in a positive, high-energy environment.
We look forward to seeing you in the gym this summer!
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
(Grades K-5)
Celebrate spring by turning everyday items into blooming works of art! Kids will use Q-tips, cardboard tubes, cereal boxes, and more to create fun stamped flower designs. Simple, creative, and full of springtime color! Instructor: Emma McLees. Fee $12.
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
(Grades 3-6)
Create a bright and sparkling spring masterpiece! It's like paint-by-numbers, but with sparkly "diamonds". Kids will create a bright and cheerful spring design that is fun to make a perfect to show off at home. Register ASAP. Fee: $15.
Wednesday, May 6
3:15 - 4:30 pm
Middle School Room J33
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
(PreK-Grade 4)
Join us between 9:00 -11:00 to practice biking skills, receive a free helmet, and learn the rules of the road. At 11:00, take a guided ride with friends and family on marked bike routes around Blue Earth. Bring your own bike or contact Community Ed if you need to borrow one (children younger than 3rd grade will need to bring their own bike). Parents are encouraged to attend; bikes will be available for adults on a first come first serve basis. Children must be able to ride independently to participate. Sponsored by City of Blue Earth Parks and Rec Department, Active Living Coalition, and the Blue Earth Police Department.
Fee: $5 per family.
Saturday, May 2
9:00 am
Putnam Park, Blue Earth
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
Get those calendars ready—it’s time to start planning your summer! ☀️🎉
The 2026 Summer Rec flyer is coming home with students this week, and we’ve got so many fun activities lined up! Flyers will also be available at local libraries.
✨ Registration is officially OPEN—don’t wait to grab your spots!
For a sneak peek at the flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BV5IgmOwWEAM8NDSogMLwkBe-Gehsxmz/view?usp=sharing
Registration is available on our webstore: https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
With Troy Timmerman, owner of Timmerman Tae Kwon Do
(Adults & Teens)
Training in self-defense helps people develop more confidence in themselves and their surroundings. Knowing that you have the ability to defend yourself gives you the confidence and freedom to fully explore the world, meet new people and find new ways to engage with others. Register by November 1. Instructor: Troy Timmerman. Fee: $20.
Saturday, April 18
9:00 – 11:00 am
Timmerman Tae Kwon Do Studio
105 S. Main Street, Blue Earth
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
Babysitter Training
(Grades 5 and up)
This course is designed to prepare students to be responsible and successful babysitters. Learn to handle emergencies, select safe toys and games, supervise children, feed and dress infants, prepare food and much more! Students should be 11 years old by the class date to enroll. Limit: 12 students – register early!
Instructor, Ann Crofton, RN. Fee: $35.
Tuesday, April 7 & Thursday, April 9
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Middle School Room 302
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
(Adults & Teens age 14+)
Explore the beauty of watercolor in this relaxed, hands-on class! Perfect for beginners and intermediate artists, students will paint Caroline’s Wildflower Birch design while learning basic techniques, color blending, and brushwork. No experience is required—just bring your creativity and enjoy the process of making a beautiful painting! Register ASAP. Instructor: Caroline Porter.
Fee: $35.
Monday, March 16
6:00 – 8:00 pm
BEA High School Art Room
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
The Faribault County Master Gardeners present
Cultivating Spring Garden Ideas A Morning of Informative Classes
(Adults)
Cindy Lyon – Composting: Creating Black Gold Using foods, paper and more discards for a back to the earth good feeling. And feeding your garden at the same time!
Wendy Nickel – Growing Edible Container Gardens Containers are a great place to play around with plant combos including edibles. The trend is that plants are being bred for small gardens and containers. Check out the trends in 2026.
Deb Ramsley – How to Prepare our Exhibits for the County Fair
Dawn O'Hara – Growing asparagus 5 quick spring jobs to prep your bed for big harvests
Sara Voges – Winter seeding Does it work for you?
Deb Trio – How to plan a color scheme in your garden One great way to chase away the cabin blues is to think ahead to your summer flower garden. This class will give you some helpful tools on how to plan the color scheme.
Take home handouts from the UMN Extension (Master Gardeners), enjoy garden treats, and win door prizes! Info on the Seed Library will be available. Fee $5.00
Saturday, March 28
9:30am – 12:00 pm
Ag Center - Hwy 169/Grove St.
(Enter using the front double doors into the Atrium)
💻Register online at https://blueeartharea.revtrak.net/rw-community-ed/
or
📱give us a call in the Community Ed office at 507-526-3172.
