Looking for the perfect way to kick off your Saturday morning? Whether you are fueled by fresh donuts, curious about high-tech robotics, ready to smash a pickleball, or excited to explore stunning local art, there is a spot saved just for you at Discovery Day! This FREE community event is designed to bring all generations together—from toddlers to grandparents—for a vibrant morning of hands-on activities, sweet treats, and neighborhood connection. 🌟 What’s Waiting for You: Feast & Create: Stop by the Commons to fuel up with free donuts and coffee, then head over to the Culinary Arts Classroom to decorate delicious cookies and take home a tasty treat (while supplies last!). Move & Play: Grab a paddle for some friendly Pickleball in the Big Gym, or watch incredible student-built machines in action at the Byron Robotics Headquarters.Refresh your family game shelf in Room 126 at our Puzzle and Game Exchange, where every participant receives three tokens to take home "new-to-you" board games and jigsaws! Art & Impact: Walk through the beautiful "Close Knit" Art Exhibition in the Commons and learn about Byron Community Education's exciting Age-Friendly Minnesota grant project. You can also tour our local Food Pantry to see how this vital resource supports our community. Check out Wheel Throwing Demo in the Makerspace! Little Learner Fun: Enjoy cozy, playful moments with your kiddos during ECFE's Storytime from 10-10:30 am. Cost: Free!Who: All generations welcome—from toddlers to grandparents!Registration: Pre-registration is appreciated. Don't forget to grab a Discovery Day Passport when you arrive! Collect stamps as you explore the different rooms, try the activities, and view the Close Knit art gallery. Turn in your completed passport to be entered to win exciting local prizes, including: A Free Community Ed Class Voucher A Paint-Your-Own Pottery Kit And more! We can’t wait to see you there to explore, create, move, and connect!

Early Childhood Screening is a no-cost check of how a child is growing, moving, talking, seeing, hearing and behaving. Screening seeks to answer the question “Does this child need a closer look?” Screening helps discover needs and potential concerns and connect families to resources to address those concerns. All Minnesota children from 3 years old to kindergarten.

Early Childhood Screening is a no-cost check of how a child is growing, moving, talking, seeing, hearing and behaving. Screening seeks to answer the question “Does this child need a closer look?” Screening helps discover needs and potential concerns and connect families to resources to address those concerns. All Minnesota children from 3 years old to kindergarten.

Easy Loom Knitting: Make a Winter Scarf or Prayer ShawlJoin Penni from "Love is a Hug" to learn how to create your own winter scarf or prayer shawl. You will be able to take the skills learned at class and create endless projects at home using the same loom. We will be using a knitting loom in class.REQUIRED SUPPLIES: Please bring the following low-cost supplies to class. Loom: One round knitting loom and a hook. The loom will come with a hook. Not all looms are created equal. Here is the exact loom to buy for the class - Amazon link ($16.99). Yarn: One skein of weight #6 yarn (Approximate cost: $10.97) Need 220 yards in a color of your choice - see examples here Amazon Yarn or Walmart Yarn. Craft with Purpose: "Love is a Hug" Project creates beautiful prayer shawls for donation. Whether you are a total beginner or an experienced crafter, you will find this method relaxing and rewarding. In this hands-on workshop, you will master the basic skills needed to create a full-sized prayer shawl. This is an incredible way to turn just 90 minutes of your time into a meaningful gift of comfort and warmth for someone in need. "Love is a Hug" Project has already donated nearly 500 shawls, and your participation helps us continue our mission! All class proceeds will be reinvested into the Love is a Hug group to purchase more yarn for future donations. This class is for Grade 6 (age 12) and up.

Come and learn NEW ASL vocabulary and practice talking with your hands! In this class, we will review some basics (letters, numbers, introductions) and then learn new signs about nature and our community! We will practice what we learn through story telling, songs, movement, and other activities. Handouts will be sent home so you can practice what you learn with your family and friends! This class is perfect for students with no experience using sign language, as well as those who have taken classes in the past. Disclaimer: This is not a class in American Sign Language, which has its own grammar and syntax and is very different from spoken English. Rather, I will be teaching ASL vocabulary, and helping children develop a basic understanding and appreciation for ASL that I hope will inspire them to continue to learn more in depth ASL in the future. Instructor: Tracie Rieder Tracie Rieder is a licensed elementary teacher and a teacher for the deaf and hard of hearing (TDHH). She has worked closely with parents and young children as both TDHH in the Rochester Birth-3 Special Education Program, and as a family child care provider of 23 years. She is also a licensed Signing Time Instructor and business owner (Circle of Friends Signing School LLC)

Pickleball League Ready to take your game beyond the casual backyard dink? Byron Parks and Rec, in partnership with Byron Community Education, are excited to offer six weeks of competitive, high-energy play at the brand new Byron Pickleball Courts. This league is designed for players who have the basics down and are looking for consistent match play in a relaxed, community-focused environment. The new courts are beautiful and ready for some organized play! Get some swings in, meeting fellow players, and enjoying those comfortable fall mornings.

Jumpstart your holiday season with a fun, hands-on morning of baking! Whether you want to enjoy fresh treats right away or freeze them to pull out for upcoming holiday parties, this class will make your holiday prep easy and delicious. What to Expect Collaborative Menu: Participants will have the opportunity to suggest some of their favorite recipes ahead of time. Together, we’ll mix classic favorites with exciting new treat recipes to build a variety of holiday platters. Hands-On & Guided: You will bake one or two featured recipes during class, with guided instruction step-by-step. Take Home a Mix: Walk away with up to 8 different items on your final treat platter to share, gift, or freeze for later!

Join First Friends, a warm, hands-on gathering for parents and little ones to play, learn, and grow side-by-side! This class invites parents and babies/toddlers to engage in a variety of playful, floor-based activities that nurture early development and strengthen bonds. Each week includes a cozy story time, interactive music and movement sessions with fun finger plays and sing-along, and musical instruments just for little hands. As children engage in exploration play, parents have a space to share thoughts or ask questions on the parenting journey. Every session also includes a helpful handout packed with tips and ideas to keep the fun and learning going at home.

FIRST LEGO League Challenge is a global robotics competition where teams of 5-6 students strategize, design, build and program custom robots. The game is played on a 4'x8' field with 16-19 "missions". Join us Monday, August 17th for a preview of the 2026-2027 season. The theme this year is BioGlow and we will have the new matt and missions set up. We will go over the FLL program, presentations and competitions. We will also tour the facilities and play with the bots. FLL is a CE program that is run by parent volunteers. To that end, parents are welcome to join in the fun.Sign up for the season by selecting either a Monday/Wednesday practice schedule or a Tuesday/Saturday schedule. Please note that the actual times/dates will depend on the volunteer coaches' schedules so the times and dates may change.

Foundations of Investing is an educational program for people who are either new to investing or need a refresher. Participants will learn: The importance of developing a strategy The impact of asset allocation The influence of inflation on your long-term goals

Join us for Fun With ECFE -Grandparents & Me Spend special time together at our Grandparents & Me class! This class is designed for grandparents and their grandchildren to learn, play, and make memories together. Enjoy fun activities, songs, stories, and hands-on experiences that celebrate the unique bond between generations. It’s a wonderful way to connect, share, and create lasting moments with your little one!