The City Council meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Monday of each month at City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Ave. If a holiday occurs on the meeting date, the Council meets on the following evening. Council meetings are televised live on Government Channel 180 and are also available for online viewing after each meeting.

You can also shop the Farmers' Market on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Lakeville Area Arts Center (20965 Holyoke Avenue) June 22 through September 28.

The Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Committee meets at 6 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Avenue.

The Planning Commission meets at 6 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of each month at City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Avenue. Planning Commission meetings are televised live on Government Channel 180 and are also available for online viewing after each meeting.

For ages 7-11

Join us for age-appropriate climbing classes that teach terminology, safety and climbing techniques. Fee varies, depending on number of sessions per month. You need not be a member of Life Time Fitness to participate.

Mayor Doug Anderson has office hours at City Hall on most Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. Appointments are recommended. To schedule an appointment to speak with the Mayor, call 952-985-4403.

All ages

Designed to give an individual success plan for beginners or anyone experiencing a physical limitation. Instructor will break down options specific to your needs to be most successful throughout the class session.

Come and enjoy a lunch of spaghetti and meat sauce with sides and dessert. Following lunch there will be a performance by the Percolators Band that plays country, blues, rock ballads and more. Entertainment is sponsored by BeeHive Homes of Lakeville. Lunch is catered by Chef Sally Johnson. Sponsored by LAAA Advisory Committee.

The Minnesota Highway Safety & Research Center conducts driver safety classes at the Heritage Center. Drivers 55+ may be eligible for a 10% discount on their auto insurance. An 8-hour course is initially required, followed by a 4-hour refresher class every three years. Register online at webtrac.lakeville.gov, then select "Active Adults, then "Classes & Events", or call 1-888-234-1294, and tell them you would like a class in Lakeville.

You can also shop the Farmers' Market on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Lakeville Area Arts Center (20965 Holyoke Avenue) June 22 through September 28.

Ann Messerschmidt, Lakeville’s Environmental Resources Specialist, will lead this walk, pointing out the rain garden, shoreline restoration and other items of interest. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars. The casual, low-intensity walk will be approximately one mile on an asphalt trail. Meet at the shelter near the playground at Casperson Park. Sign up at the Heritage Center or call 952-985-4620.

For ages newborn-6 years.

Free demonstration classes are for parents or caregivers who are seriously considering registering for Music Together classes but would like to try a class with their child or children first. Registration is required. Families will only be allowed to try one demo class.

For ages 15+

Join instructor Deb Dresler in creating this O’Keefe-like, digital flower painting. After photographing some flowers in the classroom, students will use 3-4 apps to create beautiful flower paintings. No experience needed. Some general knowledge of your device is good. The class will also learn how to print onto a stretched and framed canvas. You will receive an email before class with the apps to download before class. Fun and colorful!

For ages 15+

Beginning/Intermediate level

Demonstrations will cover hand-building and basic wheel-throwing techniques for beginners, as well as more advanced concepts for intermediate students. Students work at their own pace with both individualized and group instruction. Bring an old towel.

Mayor Doug Anderson has office hours at City Hall on most Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. Appointments are recommended. To schedule an appointment to speak with the Mayor, call 952-985-4403.

For ages 15+

Beginning/Intermediate level

Demonstrations will cover hand-building and basic wheel-throwing techniques for beginners, as well as more advanced concepts for intermediate students. Students work at their own pace with both individualized and group instruction. Bring an old towel.

For ages 6-12

Starting with a clay slab, we will add fun textures, embellishments and glaze in bright shiny colors. Each workshop meets twice, once to make the project and another to glaze.

For ages 15+

Beginning/Intermediate level

Demonstrations will cover hand-building and basic wheel-throwing techniques for beginners, as well as more advanced concepts for intermediate students. Students work at their own pace with both individualized and group instruction. Bring an old towel.

For ages 15+

Intermediate/Advanced level

Demonstrations will cover hand-building and basic wheel-throwing techniques for beginners, as well as more advanced concepts for intermediate students. Students work at their own pace with both individualized and group instruction. Bring an old towel.

For ages 15+

Intermediate/Advanced level

Begin by learning how to paint in the 7-layer method. Demonstrations will cover basic oil painting techniques for beginners, as well as more advanced concepts for intermediate students. Students will work at their own pace with both individualized and group instruction. Instructor will provide personalized art instruction tailored to meet your artistic goals. A recommended supply list is available at the time of registration.

For ages 15+

You will begin your plein air adventure in Ritter Farm Park with a demonstration, followed by outdoor class time painting in the park. The instructor will work with each student individually on their paintings with tips to make them stronger. A supply list will be provided. Class meets at the Ed Mako Environmental Learning Center, rain or shine.

For ages 18+

Learn alla prima methods that enable you to complete a painting in one session while the paint is still wet. This style of painting is done in a direct, expressive style, with minimal preparation. This process can be used for still life, ?oral, portrait or landscape. It’s a great way to improve your technique and understanding of paint manipulation. Students of all levels are welcome.

For ages 8+

Students work on the wheel and also learn traditional hand-building techniques to create fun decorative pieces and functional pottery. Bring an old bath towel.

Considered to be one of the finest art festivals south of the river, the Lakeville Art Festival is held the third weekend in September in historic downtown Lakeville, Minnesota on the grounds of the Lakeville Area Arts Center. Featuring over 90 artists on the park-like grounds allow the unique use of a circular type arrangement of artist booths, providing an intimate and accessible setting. Take a break and stop by the Lakeville Liquors beer and wine tent for a beverage!

The Lakeville Art Festival is held the third weekend in September in historic downtown Lakeville, on the grounds of the Lakeville Area Arts Center. The park-like grounds allow the unique use of a circular type arrangement of artist booths, providing an intimate and accessible setting. This event includes a featured artist exhibit, artist demonstrations, Youth Art Tent, food vendors and local talent.

Mayor Doug Anderson has office hours at City Hall on most Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. Appointments are recommended. To schedule an appointment to speak with the Mayor, call 952-985-4403.

For newborn-6 years
Infant under 8 months on the first day of the session are free with a registered sibling. Free infant must be born after January 21, 2019. All infants, whether siblings or not, are welcome.

Sing, dance, play, learn! Award-winning music and movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers—and the grownups who love them. Experience delightful ways to interact musically with your child, all designed to support his or her overall development. The rich music environment in class, full of opportunities for experimentation and play, will help your child grow into a confident, lifelong music maker while supporting her cognitive, social, emotional, physical and verbal development at the same time. Classes are 45 minutes of pure fun each week and are mixed-age so siblings can attend together. Receive a CD, a code to download the music, an illustrated songbook and parent education materials.

For ages 21+

Join us for evening workshops where you'll paint in a fun and relaxed environment. No experience is necessary! Your canvas will be prepped with the image you'll be painting and our instructors will walk you through mixing colors step-by-step to create your own masterpiece. Our paint nights now offer a cash bar with beer, wine, soda and water, and food will be available for purchase. Your registration fee includes all supplies and instruction, food and drink are an additional charge.

You can also shop the Farmers' Market on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Lakeville Area Arts Center (20965 Holyoke Avenue) June 22 through September 28.

This class will guide you through the step-by-step process of creating an online account and signing up for classes and programs online and renewing membership and passes online. Feel free to bring your laptop or iPad. Otherwise, follow along and bring your notes home to try it at home. LAAA Coordinator, Renee, will lead the class and will be available following class for one-on-one assistance.

For newborn-6 years
Infant under 8 months on the first day of the session are free with a registered sibling. Free infant must be born after January 21, 2019. All infants, whether siblings or not, are welcome.

Sing, dance, play, learn! Award-winning music and movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers—and the grownups who love them. Experience delightful ways to interact musically with your child, all designed to support his or her overall development. The rich music environment in class, full of opportunities for experimentation and play, will help your child grow into a confident, lifelong music maker while supporting her cognitive, social, emotional, physical and verbal development at the same time. Classes are 45 minutes of pure fun each week and are mixed-age so siblings can attend together. Receive a CD, a code to download the music, an illustrated songbook and parent education materials.

For ages 6+

An introductory course in wheel-throwing and hand-building. Both parent and child must register individually (limit one child per parent). Bring an old bath towel.

Join the Twin Cities Brass Band for their 2019 Masterworks concert: "Elements." This concert will feature Dr. Ken Jimenez on cornet, and will take you through the colors and tones of earth, wind, water and ?re as experienced through the senses of composers!

This presentation reviews what is covered by Parts A, B, C and D of Medicare, as well as Medicare supplement options available. The enrollment process and options for enrollment in Medicare will be discussed along with the personal costs of the program. We will address the donut hole and eligibility for extra help with prescription drug costs. Presented by Metropolitan Area on Aging.

Mayor Doug Anderson has office hours at City Hall on most Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. Appointments are recommended. To schedule an appointment to speak with the Mayor, call 952-985-4403.