Enrichment Courses

Learn how to train your dog for a lifelong commitment to basic manners and obedience! Some of the skills taught will be: loose leash and nice walking skills, name recognition and recall skills, beginning and intermediate sits, downs and stays, and relinquishing of items.
Your dog must have required vaccinations: DHLPP, rabies, Bordetella, (kennel cough), and flea/tick prevention written proof must be provided at the first class. Handlers less than 12 years of age must have an adult helper. Dogs should be a minimum of 6 months old. Dogs should be on a harness and/or collar and 4-6ft leash, no retractable leashes please. Classes will be held outside so dress appropriately for the weather. Individual class sessions may be rescheduled due to weather.

Whether your retirement date is coming up soon or you simply want to get a jump start on planning, this workshop guides you step-by-step in creating a personal retirement plan that fits your lifestyle. If you’ve already begun preparing, you’ll gain the confidence to know you’re on the right track. Designed for anyone over 50 who is serious about retirement planning, retiring soon or within the next several years, or looking to better understand Social Security and Medicare, this live workshop breaks everything down in clear, real-world language—no financial jargon. You’ll learn how to build and implement your own retirement plan, explore all the key areas you need to consider, and leave with practical tools and a simple, actionable framework you can use right away.

Learn how to successfully grow your own food in Wisconsin’s unique climate. In this practical, beginner-friendly class, you will explore soil basics, nutrients, and how to improve heavy clay or sandy soils commonly found in our region. You will learn when to start seeds indoors, when to plant outdoors based on Wisconsin frost dates, and how to choose crops that thrive in our shorter growing season. You will also cover watering techniques, pest management, and seasonal garden maintenance, along with helpful tips for harvesting, storing, and preserving your produce. Whether you are planting your first garden or improving an existing one, you will leave with the confidence and knowledge to grow food successfully in Wisconsin.

Grow fresh vegetables and herbs—even if you don’t have a yard. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to create a self-contained container garden using affordable materials such as 5-gallon buckets or storage bins. You will drill, assemble, and customize your container to support healthy plant growth while exploring different design options. You might create a companion-planted bucket with strawberries growing from the sides and a tomato or herb plant on top, or build a self-watering bin system with a built-in water reservoir and PVC fill tube to help maintain consistent moisture. These space-saving designs are perfect for patios, decks, and small spaces. You will leave with a completed container and the knowledge to continue growing more plants at home.

Start growing your own vegetables, herbs, or flowers with a raised garden bed you build yourself. In this hands-on workshop, you will construct a compact, table-style raised garden bed designed to fit easily in your vehicle so you can take it home the same day. As you build, you will measure, assemble, and secure the structure using quality materials while learning practical woodworking skills along the way. This raised bed is ideal for patios, small yards, or for anyone who wants a manageable gardening space. To keep transport simple and mess-free, soil and planting will be completed at home. You will leave with a finished garden bed and the confidence to continue building and growing on your own.

Earn a passive monthly income from selling other people’s products by placing a merchant-provided advertisement link on your site and get a commission for every sale, click or lead. Learn where to find 1000+ free and low cost opportunities and how to avoid scams or links that won't offer a beneficial ROI (return on investment). Learn how to find high, recurring, and second-tier commissions. You'll also learn SEO secrets to increase your site's ranking and visibility on search engines like Google. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee.

The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

This dynamic class dives deep into crafting scroll-stopping content tailored for each platform, from Instagram reels to Twitter threads. Learn how to write engaging captions, spark viral shares, and use storytelling to build authentic connections that keep followers coming back. You’ll also discover savvy strategies to turn likes and comments into real income by monetizing your social presence like a pro.

The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

This dynamic class teaches you practical strategies and step-by-step tools to develop, launch, and automate income-generating products that keep working for you with minimal ongoing effort. You’ll learn how to identify profitable opportunities (50 ideas included!), build irresistible offerings, master automated sales and marketing systems, and scale your income streams—all while protecting your work and overcoming common hurdles. Get ready to transform your ideas into a powerful, passive income machine that works day and night.

The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Online blogging is a great way to get the word out about you, your service, your product, or information you want to share! You will learn step-by-step how to: start a FREE blog with WordPress, choose a blog template, emphasize your blog content with a creative name, use your unique voice to share your expertise and connect your domain/website.

You will also learn how to earn an income with your blog, including links to other websites and advertising on your blog, as well as increase your internet ranking. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Join us for a presentation that walks you through the important parts of designing an estate plan. Learn about the important roles and decisions you’ll need to simplify your estate for the ones you love. We will walk through an estate plan checklist to help you better understand the estate plan process, so when you meet with an estate planning attorney you feel prepared and confident. Please note, that nothing in this presentation should be considered legal advice. It’s designed to educate and empower you before meeting with a qualified estate attorney.

This course is suitable for therapists, owners, or anyone who works in the care and well-being of horses.

The course provides a detailed overview of trigger point theory as it applies to horses, combined with a fully illustrated trigger point locator, course text, and over 120 minutes of step by step treatment tutorials presented by Andy Eckley.

Certification is available for all licensed manual therapists and is included with this course. Certification requires completion of an online reflective-learning exam. Course offered in partnership with Niel Asher.

This course is suitable for therapists, owners, or anyone who works in the care and well-being of dogs.

The course provides a detailed overview of trigger point theory as it applies to dogs, combined with a course text, and video tutorials presented by Andy Eckley

Certification is available for all licensed manual therapists and is included with this course. Certification requires completion of an online reflective learning exam. Course offered in partnership with Niel Asher.