Bring the whole family to the Christmas Hometown Holidays Kick-Off Santa Glow Parade! Watch Santa cruise the streets on a glowing Fire Engine, with Mrs. Claus and a handful of cheerful elves. Kasson & Mantorville will glow with holiday magic—stay tuned to our Facebook page for the route and schedule.

Kasson-Mantorville Community Education has snowshoes available for rent to members of the community. Snowshoeing is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature during Minnesota winters. All ages can participate in this great seasonal activity designed to promote a healthy lifestyle. A modest user fee of $3 an evening Monday through Thursday or $5 for weekends is required for rental. Email kmcommunityed@komets.k12.mn.us to inquire about snow shoes.

Why pick just one? Our Sports Sampler introduces children to the fundamentals of both Soccer and T-ball in one action-packed camp. Kids will learn to run, throw, catch, and kick, culminating in fun, confidence-building scrimmages on the final day. Bring a baseball glove and water bottle; we provide all other equipment. Parent Participation: Required for ages 2–3; recommended for ages 4–6 when extra support is needed.DASH Sports is founded on the mission to provide communities with well-organized, structured, and fun sports programs, your organization focuses on helping children ages 2–15 learn, grow, and develop a love for sports.

Free ECFE Story Visits for local daycares! We’ll bring a 20-minute on-site session of stories, songs, and early learning activities to you—at no cost. Monthly visits, first-come, first-served. Interested? Email Jenn Durkee at j.durkee@komets.k12.mn.us.

It's action time at K-M High School for basketball players of all abilities! Wear appropriate gym shoes and bring your own equipment (K-M School's basketballs will not be available for your use). Alerus Arena at K-M High School will be available for all ages from noon-2pm. KMYB is sponsoring open gym this year, so the cost is free to the public. Open Gym runs November 8th - March 7th and is canceled in the event of inclement weather, athletic tournaments, home youth tournaments, or holidays. Watch KM Community Education's Facebook page for updates regarding Open Gym. Visit the KMYB's website for traveling basketball opportunities!

Come to K-M Early Childhood Family Education for families with young children. Enjoy play, songs, and stories together while you connect with other families and explore community resources. Each session features developmentally appropriate activities designed to support learning through play.

Continental Ballet Company Announces 2026 Nutcracker Season Bloomington, MN — The Continental Ballet Company is pleased to announce its 2026 Nutcracker Season, a beloved holiday classic that follows Clara on a magical voyage to the Land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. With choreography by Riet Velthuisen and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, the Nutcracker has delighted audiences across Minnesota for decades. Under the direction of Riet Velthuisen, the production remains a traditional staging that is accessible to families and theatre-goers of all ages. The narrative stays faithful to the cherished tale, with a mindful adaptation: there is no battle scene. In Velthuisen’s words, “There is enough violence in the world today. I don’t want it to be part of the ballet.” The production features a playful, friendly encounter with rats instead of a fight, preserving the wonder of the story while keeping it gentle. Velthuisen’s choreography reflects her European training and heritage, delivering precise, inspiring movement on stage. Audience responses have been glowing: “We just loved the performance— what a perfect first ballet experience!” “Brought me to tears!” “Feel privileged to be able to see such a beautiful performance—and it’s right here in our hometown!” Touring plans: After a run at the Bloomington Center for the Arts, Continental Ballet Company will bring this production on tour to additional venues across Minnesota. About Continental Ballet Company Founded in 1988 by Riet Velthuisen, a native of Holland who danced with European companies including the Dutch National Ballet, the Continental Ballet Company maintains a studio offering dance lessons for students of all ages and abilities. The company is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation and a member of the Bloomington Fine Arts Council, based at the Bloomington Center for the Arts. The performing company typically features up to twenty-eight professional dancers. For more information, please call 952-563-5362 or visit continentalballet.com. **General Admission Seating: Seating is first come, first served. The building doors will open one hour prior to the event. Auditorium doors will open approximately 20 minutes before the scheduled showtime.

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) invites families to our annual Transportation Fair at the KMTelecom Stadium Parking Lot. Kids can get hands-on with BIG vehicles—tractors, buses, emergency vehicles, classic cars, and more—and meet the drivers who operate them. Learn about upcoming ECFE classes and specials, with ECFE staff on hand to answer questions. Registration is not required and admission is FREE. Want to showcase a vehicle? Contact Jes Meeker at j.meeker@komets.k12.mn.us.

Upcoming Parter Trips offered with Triton Community Education: 🎟️ October 14, 2026 Arsenic and Old Lace Sidekick Theatre • Masonic Heritage Museum $98 per person Includes: 🚌 Coach bus transportation 🎭 Ticket to the show 🍽️ Lunch 🎟️ October 28, 2026 Tuesdays with Morrie Chanhassen Dinner Theatre $120 per person Includes: 🚌 Coach bus transportation 🍽️ Lunch 🎭 Ticket to the show 🎟️ January 6, 2027 Annie! Chanhassen Dinner Theatre $130 per person Includes: 🚌 Coach bus transportation 🍽️ Lunch 🎭 Ticket to the show 🎟️ March 10, 2027 Newsies Chanhassen Dinner Theatre $132 per person Includes: 🚌 Coach bus transportation 🍽️ Lunch 🎭 Ticket to the show 🚌 Bus Departure & Return Locations Choose the location most convenient for you: Byron Community Education Parking Lot Kasson Football Field Parking Lot Dodge Center – Triton Activities Entrance Owatonna Target Parking Lot 📌 Registration Information Registration must be completed through Triton Community Education. 📞 Call 507-418-7550 to register. Space may be limited, so early registration is encouraged!

Create 3D Virtual Reality environments, characters, and games with DelightX! View your VR projects on a phone, Oculus, or Google Cardboard; just a laptop/computer needed to start. If you do not receive your Zoom link at least 5 days before class, please email virtual@techacademycamps.com. Home Technical Requirements:Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAMChromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work.Internet: Broadband internetWebcam, Microphone and SpeakersZoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class. Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard. Our virtual camps offer engaging, interactive instruction in a collaborative learning environment. Each session includes access to our online classroom, which provides either recorded lessons or a detailed curriculum guide covering every step from class, plus instructions for project extensions. To protect student privacy, we do not share recordings of the live classes themselves; instead, we provide follow-along recordings that review the instructions and activities.

Serve up some fun! Our Volleyball camp focuses on the fundamentals: passing, serving, and hitting. We mix technical instruction with skill-specific games to give players a better understanding of how to play in a real game environment. It’s the perfect way to build your skills and team spirit. What to bring: Water bottle (knee pads optional). We provide the volleyballs! DASH Sports is founded on the mission to provide communities with well-organized, structured, and fun sports programs, your organization focuses on helping children ages 2–15 learn, grow, and develop a love for sports.

YEL Flag FootballGet ready to dash to the end zone with our high-octane, inclusive (everyone plays) Flag Football course. YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches players new skills each class, practices those skills in kid-friendly games, and then encourages students to use those skills in non-contact flag football games. SAFETY & SPORTSMANSHIP are emphasized! We focus on basic skills development in passing, catching, defending, and teamwork. Sign up before the two minute warning!

YEL Junior BasketballFor K-3rd gradesJoin this fast-paced, inclusive (everyone plays) class. YEL’s Teach It, Practice It, Play It® approach teaches players new skills each class, practices those skills in kid-friendly games, and then encourages students to use those skills in introductory basketball games. Emphasis is placed on basic skills development of dribbling, shooting, passing, sportsmanship and teamwork. Sign up soon...the shot-clock is running down!

{YEL!} Robotics: Nature ‘BotsFor 1st-5th gradesHelp nature and our environment by studying them more closely. We’ll build a frog ‘bot and discuss metamorphosis, then build a bumble bee and discuss the importance of pollination. We’ll study nature while learning computer coding and engineering skills. Sign up today!

Keep your kid safe on their phone with this empowering, yet practical training for busy parents and caregivers. This class breaks down the essential insights everyone needs to understand in order to confidently protect their child online. You'll leave the training understanding recommended privacy settings, risky apps to avoid, screen time boundaries, and the warning signs that matter most. Walk away with the knowledge and tools to create a safer digital environment for your family. Every participant receives a PDF handout to support their learning. All classes are taught live online via Zoom. This class is also recorded, allowing students to watch at a later time if they are unable to attend during the scheduled class hour.

The Zumba® Kids program is an exciting dance-fitness experience designed just for young Zumba fans, giving them the freedom to move, groove, and have a blast with friends! With age-appropriate music and fun dance routines, this program keeps kids active while embracing their unique style. It’s all about building confidence on the dance floor, encouraging them to let loose, be themselves, and dance without limits!