EVENTS & COURSES
Explore our upcoming events, classes, and workshops designed to build confidence, develop new skills, and create meaningful connections.
Information for all course offerings can be found below. Current offerings and registration can be found next to each course.
Don't see what you're looking for? Complete our Interest Form below to let us know which programs or classes you're interested in. We'll keep you informed about future offerings and let you know when registration opens!
MY PATH COURSE OFFERINGS
HERO’S PATH D&D
Hero’s Path is a unique program that combines Dungeons & Dragons with social skills. It gives participants a safe, inclusive space to build confidence, practice communication, and level up social skills in a super fun way.
Explore ancient ruins, battle legendary monsters, and uncover a hidden secret that could alter the fate of the region, all while practicing important social skills without even realizing it!
Open to ages 14+ | Beginners welcome!
CURRENT HERO’S PATH COURSE OFFERING:
6-week virtual campaign:Lost Mine of Phandelver
Mondays | July 13 - August 17 | 2 PM - 5 PM
Register 1 week at a time or for the entire campaign.
PEERS® SOCIAL SKILLS
Friendships. Confidence. Connection.
PEERS® helps participants build the real-world social skills they need to create meaningful relationships and navigate everyday interactions with confidence.
The PEERS® Social Skills Program is an evidence-based program that helps teens and young adults build the skills and confidence needed to make and maintain meaningful friendships.
Through interactive lessons, role-playing, and real-life practice, participants learn practical social skills like starting conversations, handling conflict, using appropriate humor, and navigating social situations in a supportive environment.
CURRENT PEERS COURSE OFFERINGS:
Courses are in progress in Maple Grove and Bloomington!
Rochester PEERS is coming soon!
Complete the interest form to receive course updates!
ROAD READY PERMIT PREP
CASHIERS FOR CHANGE
Working a cash register can feel intimidating—but with practice, you can build the confidence to succeed!
This course is designed for individuals looking to develop or strengthen cashier skills for a current or future job. Through hands-on practice, repetition, and personalized support in a welcoming environment, participants will gain the confidence and experience needed to feel comfortable operating a cash register and providing excellent customer service.
CURRENT CASH REGISTER COURSE OFFERING:
Monday - Thursday | August 17 - August 20 | 1 PM - 2 PM
Plymouth Community Center
Ready to earn your driver's permit but looking for a little extra support?
Road Ready provides individualized instruction to help participants prepare for the written driver's permit exam with confidence. Whether you need help understanding the material, breaking down difficult concepts, or learning at your own pace, our supportive approach is designed to meet you where you are.
With personalized instruction, repetition, and practical study strategies, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to take the next step toward greater independence.
Learn. Practice. Build confidence. Get Road Ready.
CURRENT ROAD READY COURSE OFFERING:
My Path offers courses based on interest and location. This service can also be provided 1:1 through private pay or Vocational Rehabilitation Services.
Complete the interest form to connect on needs and offerings!
PEERS - Maple Grove
This evidence-based, research-backed social skills program teaches young adults conversation and friendship skills through lessons, role-play demonstration, and socialization activities.
This is a 6-week course for young adults held on Wednesdays, starting on July 22nd and running through August 26th.
To Register, go to: https://bit.ly/PEERSmg2026
Hero’s Path D&D (Virtual)
Hero's Path is a unique Dungeons & Dragons social skills program where participants build confidence, communication, problem-solving, and friendships through collaborative storytelling and adventure. It's social skills practice that feels like play!
We are so excited to offer this amazing program with a new Dungeon Master, Nathan, and a whole new adventure ahead. Check-out all the details below!
Campaign: The Lost Mine of Phandelver
Dates: Mondays, July 13th - August 17th (6-week campaign)
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Virtual - all game play will take place online with a potential in-person meet-up for the last session
Cost: $60/session OR $350/all 6 sessions
PEERS - Bloomington
This evidence-based, research-backed social skills program teaches young adults conversation and friendship skills through lessons, role-play demonstration, and socialization activities.
This is a 6-week course for young adults held on Wednesdays, starting on July 8th and running through August 12th.
Hero’s Path D&D Information Session
Hero’s Path is an engaging program for ages 14+ that combines Dungeons and Dragons and social skills. New Dungeon Master, no experience required, and an exciting adventure is on the horizon!
Next session starts in July but first, join us for a FREE information session where you will learn more about the program, meet the Dungeon Master, and get all of your questions answered!
Attend 1 of 2 FREE, virtual information sessions that will be held on Thursday, June 18th. Sessions will be offered at 3 PM and 6 PM.
30 minutes of information and Q & A followed by an optional opportunity to build your own character with Dungeon Master Nathan!
Click here to complete the form here!
Once the form is submitted, you will receive an email with the meeting link - all are welcome!
PEERS Social Skills Course
This evidence-based, research-backed social skills program teaches young adults conversation and friendship skills through lessons, role-play demonstration, and socialization activities.
This is a 6-week course for young adults held on Thursdays, starting on June 11th (2:00 - 3:30 PM).
To register, go to: bit.ly/PEERSmg2026
Community Connections: Resources, Career Fair & Social Event
All are welcome to attend Community Connections- a FREE resource, job, and social event!
Registration is NOT required to attend. If you are interested in being a vendor at the fair, please read on!
Become a My Path MN Community Connection Partner!
Have a job you’d like to post?
Resources you’d like to share?
A product you’d like to sell?
Vendors are invited to join MyPath at Community Connections, a welcoming resource fair created to connect people with disabilities to inclusive employers, services, and community supports- AND have some fun while we’re at it!
ROAD READY (Buffalo Area)
We hope to offer this 8-week course in January (listed date is tentative), in-person in the Buffalo area. Course offerings are based on interest, so be sure to complete the interest link!
ROAD READY- Prepare to pass your Driver’s Permit Test.
Maybe you’ve taken a driver’s ed. course and you’re having trouble passing the exam. Or, maybe you’re 18+ and need some support reviewing the permit test material. Either way, this class is for you!
Learn, practice, and gain confidence, all with someone who understand your pace and needs.
Let us know you’re interested! https://bit.ly/roadreadymn or scan the QR code.
PEERS- Buffalo/St. Michael
PEERS- This is an evidence-supported, research-based social skills program developed at UCLA being taught by My Path specialists.
Participants will learn these skills during a 6-week course: Find friendships, use appropriate conversational skills, use electronic communication appropriately, and use humor appropriately.
Two course offerings:
8th grade-12th grade
Mondays (January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16) 5 PM - 7 PM
Buffalo Community Center
Young Adults (18+)
Tuesdays (January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17) 1 PM - 3 PM
Deerwood Bank, St. Michael
Sign-up for either class at: https://bit.ly/PEERSjan26
HOLIDAY TRAIN (LORETTO)
The Holiday Train will make it’s way through MN in December. This will mark the 27th year of the Holiday Train making stops all across Canada and the U.S., spreading cheer while collecting food and money for food insecurity.
We’re highlighting the stop in Loretto, MN; where My Path originated! The train will stop in Loretto on Mon. December 15th.
Festivities run 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Train arrives at 4:15 PM (Lanco & Tiera Kennedy performing)
Activities include: kiddie train rides, hot chocolate, cider & cookies, bonfires, llamas, & character appearances (including the GRINCH!)
Come festive and bring a donation for the food shelf! It’s all about helping those in need - 100% of the cash and food donations go directly to local food shelves.
TOYS FOR TOTS DROP-OFF
My Path is joining Toys for Tots to collect toys for families in need in our local communities. Donate a new toy or a monetary donation (we’ll shop for you!) and RSVP to an Employment Specialist or Job Coach to join us on December 9th at Kare 11 studios to drop-off our collection.
BELL RINGING (ROCHESTER)
All are welcome to join My Path for bell ringing at HyVee West Circle (North Door) in Rochester. Address is: 4221 W. Circle Dr. NW Rochester. We will be ringing the bell for the Salvation Army to help families this holiday season.
BELL RINGING (WAITE PARK)
All are welcome to join My Path for bell ringing at Fleet Farm in Waite Park. Address is: 2630 Division St. Waite Park. We will be ringing the bell for the Salvation Army to help families this holiday season.
BELL RINGING (PLYMOUTH)
All are welcome to join My Path for bell ringing at Cub Foods in Plymouth. Address is: 3550 Vicksburg Ln. N. Plymouth 55447. Meet at the main entrance. We will be ringing the bell for the Salvation Army to help families this holiday season.
