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The Connection
The Connection is your "one-stop shop" for equipment rental, discounted tickets, snacks, game room, roommate finder list, and much more.
The Connection is conveniently located in the student center (The Nest) on the West Campus, room 1205. There is also a Connection located on East in the 2nd floor of the Science Library Building.
Stop by and take advantage of the many benefits and services available to Century College students and employees!
Fall & Spring Semester Hours
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Connection is closed for the remainder of the semester.
Summer Hours
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Connection is closed for 2020 summer term.
Sale Items
Valleyfair Tickets - Closed for the Season
CLOSED FOR SEASON
Buy your dicounted Valleyfair tickets here! Click "Buy Now" below to purchase your Good Any Day Admission ticket, Ride & Refresh ticket, Weekday Saver ticket, or a Two Day Admission ticket!
Major credit cards and PayPal accepted. Bring your printed ticket to the gate for admission.
General Ticket Information
The Connection provides Century College students discounted tickets to select metro area events. Stop by the Connection (West 1205) or call 651.779.3358 for current offerings.
Examples of tickets provided at the Connection:
- Disney on Ice
- Shrine Circus
- Harlem Globetrotters
- WWE Raw
- Monster Jam
- Holiday Shows
- Renaissance Festival
- State Fair
- Marcus Snack Coupons
- Sun Ray Lane Bowling Passes
- And many more!
*Due to rising prices of tickets, we no longer carry Timberwolves, Vikings, or Twins tickets.
Minnesota Wild Tickets - Starting at $39
Attention Century College Students!
Hope you are enjoying your semester. The Minnesota Wild is excited to announce an exclusive ticket offer for college students of Century College. These tickets are in the Lower Level Corners/Ends and Bar Rails, Single Attack.
Click here to purchase your Minnesota Wild College Night tickets!
*please use your Century College email adress (.edu) for access to this exclusive offer*
If you have any Minnesota Wild Ticket questions , please contact Jessica.Weinel@Wild.com
Local Theatre Tickets
More coming soon!
Balloons
Latex (standard one-color balloon) and Mylar (foil) balloons are available for purchase to students and staff in a variety of colors.
Balloon orders will be filled while you wait – it only takes 5 minutes.
- Latex Balloons - $.50 Each
- Shiny Mylar Balloons - $1.00 Each
Student Clubs and Organizations: The Connection will provide free helium if you bring your own balloons.
Food
- Popcorn: .25
- Pepperoni Hot Pocket: .75
- Steak and Cheese Chimichanga: .75
- Sundae Cone: .75
- Can of Ravioli: $1.00
- Corn Dog: .50
- Fruit Bar: .50
- Snickers Ice Cream Bar: .50
- Klondike Bar: .50
- Ramen Noodles cup: .50
- Breakfast Sandwich: .75
- Cookie: .50
- Granola Bar: .25
- Pop Tarts: .50
- Danish and Rolls: .50/each
We have also added many other healthy items to grab on your way to class! For example, Chobani yogurts, Clif bars. and trail mix are all now available!
Rental Items
Outdoor Camping, Fishing, and Paddling Equipment
The Connection provides students, staff and faculty with the opportunity to check out various equipment free with your student ID. Each item is available on a 5 day rental term.
Should the item fail to be returned within the alloted time frame, it will cost the individual $5.00 a day up to the amount of the item. Should the item not be returned after one week, the item will be charged to the individual and turned over to the business office where a hold will be placed on your account.
For suggestions on outdoor recreation equipment please contact the Connection.
| Fishing Equipment |
| Tackle Box x 2 (fully equipt) |
| D Shock Fishing Rod (Open Reel) |
| Zebco Prostaff |
| Zebco 33 Authentic |
| Zebco 33 Authentic Spincast |
| Camping Gear |
| Tent (3 and 4 person) |
| Sleeping Bag (5 total) |
| Latern |
| Headlamps |
| Igloo Cooler |
| Assorted Camp Cooking Equipment |
| Cooking Propane Stove |
| Backpacking Propane Stove |
| Backpacking Packs |
| Folding Chairs |
| Paddling Rentals |
| SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) |
| Kayak (x3) |
| Canoe (x2) |
| Oars for SUP, Kayak, Canoe |
| Life Vests |
| Vehicle Mounting Kits |
Athletic Equipment and Backyard Games
The Connection provides students, staff and faculty with the opportunity to check out various equipment free with your student ID. Each item is available on a 24-hour rental term.
Should the item fail to be returned within the 24-hour time frame, it will cost the individual $5.00 a day up to the amount of the item. Should the item not be returned after one week, the item will be charged to the individual and turned over to the business office where a hold will be placed on your account.
For suggestions on outdoor recreation equipment please contact the Connection.
Athletic Equipment/Backyard Games
- In-Line Skates
- Snowshoes
- Sports Equipment
- Soccer Balls
- Footballs
- Indoor and Sand Volleyballs
- Basketball
- Kickball
- Disc Golf Set
- Tennis and Badminton Racquets
- Table Tennis
- Bocce Ball
- Croquet
- Horseshoes
- Badminton
- Volleyball
- Bean Bag Toss
Outdoor Recreation Links
Golf
TeeMaster.com - Find golf courses all over the United States. Book your tee times and get confirmed reservations. You can also check weather and find links to equipment, news, online magazines, retailers, and pro shops.
Golf.com - Developed by the editors of Golf Magazine, this site helps you find courses all over the world. You'll also find equipment reviews, tour information, and a travel section.
Beginner's Guide to Learning Golf - This web site provide information about golf etiquette and technique for beginners. It also has helpful links to the history and rules of golf.
Disc Golf Courses
Professional Disc Golf Association - Find disc golf courses in the U.S. and Canada. This site, developed by the Professional Disc Golf Association, also has links to the PDGA tour, pro shops, and disc golf rules.
Campgrounds
Explore Minnesota features a comprehensive guide for lodging and camping facilities. The activities section includes links to state parks, resorts, scenic areas, biking and hiking paths, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, water parks and more.
Walking/Jogging Paths
thoos - Find a run, a group, or a race on this Web site for running enthusiasts. This site lists five great paths in the metro area, each with distances, directions, terrain, difficulty level, and a description of the path. There are numerous articles on walking, running and a locator for running paths in other states.
The Gateway Trail Association - The Gateway Trail is a beautiful, paved 18-mile trail that runs from St. Paul to Stillwater. This site includes info on parking, facilities, along with info on biking, in-line skating, walking, jogging, horseback riding, and cross country skiing.
Cross-Country Ski Trails
Minnesota DNR - Cross Country Ski Trails - Find information on trail conditions, snow depth, and north shore ski trails.
Road & Mountain Biking Trails
Minnesota TRAILS - A Parks and Trails Journal - This site features a guide to 14 of Minnesota's best biking trails, and includes a map, information on food and lodging in towns along the trails.
Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists (MORC) - Trail information includes distance, difficulty level, layout, directions, and great rail pictures, including links to events, races and trail conditions.
Lakes - Fishing
Minnesota DNR - Shore Fishing in the Metro Area. Locate shore fishing lakes in the seven-county metro area that are maintained and stocked by the Fishing in the Neighborhood Program. The site includes information on fish identification, equipment, and fishing licenses.
Popcorn Machine
Students, faculty and staff may rent the popcorn machine for free.
Reservations
- Contact Chris Yahnke to reserve the machine.
- The machine may not leave the Century College campus.
- It is the reserving party’s responsibility to pick up and drop off the machine at the Connection.
- The popcorn machine must be cleaned upon return.
- When placing a reservation we will need to know:
- The name and contact info of the sponsoring individual/group
- Event location
- The time frame you will need the machine
- The number of people expected at your event
Popcorn
- Purchase your own popcorn, butter, and salt (we recommend using Sam’s Club for these items.)
- Popcorn can be obtained free if you're renting the maching for a student activity.
- Popcorn can be ordered through the Connection, if you're hosting a non-student event.
Popping Instructions
- Let warm up for 5 minutes.
- Place 1/2 cup butter and one tablespoon salt in the kettle.
- Place one and a half cups of popcorn kernels.
- When popcorn slows down, tip kettle.
- Wipe down lid and rim of the kettle.
Games
Students, staff and faculty can check out various board and card games free.
- Each item is available for 24 hours.
- If you do not return the item within 24 hours, there is a $5 per day late fee.
- After one week, a hold will be placed on your account in the Business Office.
Complete this form before renting games.
Video Games
- PS4
- Wii U
- Wii
Games
- Checkers
- Giant Checkers
- Chess
- Giant Chess
- Cranium
- Monopoly
- Skip- Bo
- Trivia Pursuit
- Uno
- Upwords
- Yahtzee
- Jenga
- Giant Jenga
- Cribbage
- Life
- Phase 10
- ESPN Jeopardy
- Seinfeld Trivia
- Family 7+ Mancala
Other Equipment
- Table Tennis (Balls and Paddles)
- Billiards