Albert Lea Community Education

06/16/2026

Today the Albert Lea Area Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) program picked up books we were awarded by the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) Literacy Grant. Mary Jo Volkman (Parent Educator) and John Double (Director) picked up the 1,025 books that were awarded and we'll be getting them out into our community at a variety of classes and events to positively impact Early Literacy. Thank you to Mary Jo for her leadership in writing the grant and working through the various ways we could promote Early Literacy in our community and programs.

06/10/2026

Free fun is coming to Albert Lea! 🧗‍♀️🚣‍♂️☀️

Community Access Days are a chance for families, friends, neighbors, and community members to come together, get active, and enjoy FREE access to the Rock Gym and Boathouse on select Fridays and Saturdays this summer. 🙌

Join us on:
📅 June 26 & 27
📅 July 17 & 18
📅 August 14 & 15

Whether you want to climb to new heights, paddle across Fountain Lake, or try something new with your family, this is a great way to enjoy local recreation at no cost. 🧗‍♂️🌊🚣‍♀️

Preregistration is required for waiver purposes, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

These free community opportunities are made possible through generous sponsorship from Mayo Clinic Health System and Albert Lea Daybreakers Kiwanis Club.

Help us spread the word! Please share this event with friends, family, coworkers, neighbors, and anyone who would love a free community activity this summer. 📣

More info here: https://arux.link/jrnDoc

06/09/2026

Our staff were busy getting ready for an adventure-filled June with Summer Tiger Tails yesterday! ☀️

Our Experiential Education Coordinator, Alex Hagen, trained staff as they prepared to welcome students starting today for a month full of fun, confidence-building, and hands-on learning.

Students will have the opportunity to take part in different Experiential Ed activities, including getting out on the water at the Boathouse and climbing to new heights at the Rock Gym.

We can’t wait to see these kids in action this summer! 🚣‍♀️🧗‍♂️

06/08/2026

Ready to move, sweat, and have fun? 🥊🎶

Knock Out Dance Fitness starts tonight, and we also have a Thursday session starting this week. A few spots are still available!

This class brings together music, movement, and a high-energy workout in a welcoming group setting. No dance experience needed.

Check out these awesome groups from our spring session! We loved seeing everyone show up, work hard, and have fun together.

Grab one of the last spots: https://arux.link/jrg8wf

06/06/2026

Don't wait to register! Direct link below 👇
https://arux.link/jr8CCJ

We have 4 SPOTS LEFT! You can sign-up by going to Albert Lea Community Ed and looking for the learn to ski clinic on the summer programs. If you have any questions please reach out by messaging us on Facebook. We are excited to meet everyone and have a fun day on the lake! We hope to SKI YOU THERE!