NMC Extended Education Summer 2016 Class Catalog by Northwestern Michigan College

NMC Extended Education COMMUNITY Personal + Professional

Choose Your Next Adventure by learning

EDUCATION Summer 2016

something new this summer

THE SUMMER SKETCH BOOK Discover tips from local artist, Glenn Wolff

MOUNTAIN BIKE ESSENTIALS Hit the trails with confidence

GOURMET GLAMPING 23+ Award-winning culinary classes

NAVIGATE YOUR CAREER In-seat and online business courses

College for Kids begins on

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Teacher SCECHs 17 new online courses

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ere you’ll find 333 classes for all ages and interests.

Explore the worlds of fitness, music, business, culinary, global issues, photography + MORE.

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of C NTENTS Calendar - Kid’s Classes....... 56

Martial Arts............................. 26

Creative Arts............................ 3

Music........................................ 7

College for Kids..................... 40

Online Classes....................... 30

Culinary.................................. 15

Photography............................ 4

Dance...................................... 21

Professional Development... 28

Energy & Construction......... 34

Recreation................................ 7

Financial Planning................. 20

Teacher SCECHs................... 28

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Fitness.................................... 24

Technology............................. 35

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Gift Certificates...................... 23

Wellness................................. 27

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Home Time............................. 20

Yoga........................................ 22

Global Issues......................... 19

Instructor Bios......nmc.edu/ees

Languages.............................. 18

Registration Forms........... 76-77

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LIFE Academy.......................... 9

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Calendar - Adult Classes...... 38

Classes begin continuously April through August.

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NOTE: For last-minute date and location changes, visit NMC.EDU/EES-CLASSES to see each course’s current listing. For ways to enroll, see page 76.

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personal interest Creative Arts Photography Music Recreation LIFE Academy Culinary Language Global Issues Financial Planning Home Time Dance

Discover Watercolor Painting Expand your artistic ability as you explore the wonderful world of watercolor painting. Through demonstration and hands-on practice discover how to create dynamic artwork using the unique aspects of watercolor. Learn the use of a variety of techniques like taking advantage of the white of the paper or the ability to lift and wipe paint to gain the desired color value. Adapt to the spontaneous nature of the medium while learning to control the movements of water paint on the paper. Includes all materials. Tues. & Wed., Code: 2204 June 28 & 29, 6-9 p.m. Great Lakes Campus, Rm. 112 Instructor: Adam VanHouten $89, includes all materials

Creative Arts The Summer Sketch Book Join well-known illustrator/artist, Glenn Wolff, for three quiet mornings on the banks of the Boardman River. Designed for the artist, or would-beartist, of any skill level who desires to untether digitally and reclaim the contemplative act of sketching and drawing. Explore a variety of drawing and illustration materials and techniques while sketching in-class from still lifes, artifacts, and in-the-field assignments. The goal: Sketchbook as your new PAD (Personal Analog Device) that will itself become a work of art/journal for the summer of 2016. Tues/Wed/Thurs, Code: 2328 June 21-23, 9 a.m.-Noon NMC Boardman River Cabin (directions are mailed before class) Instructor: Glenn Wolff $149, includes all materials

Browse the classes with our calendars of Adult classes pg. 38 Kid’s classes pg. 56 DIY Bath and Body Products Not familiar with the many ingredients in your store-bought bath and body products? Be assured of the ingredients you use on your body by making them yourself. Identify plants, flowers, essential oils, and herbs that you can use to create herbal bath teas, scented milk bath powders, solid perfume, moisturizing cream, and lip balms. Making these products at home will save you half the cost of store bought products and they’re twice as much fun to make. All ingredients and take-home containers are supplied. Thurs., May 26 Code: 2205 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nikki Lennox $49, includes all materials

Glass Fusion for the Garden

Texturing Watercolors Explore how to create unique and exciting textures in your watercolor paintings. Apply these techniques to a nature painting and allow the textures to become rocks, grass, skies, tree bark, fields and more! Beginners and pros alike will benefit from this instruction and be able to incorporate it into their own work. Get ready to be adventurous and learn about a variety of tools that will give your watercolor paintings new life and excitement. All materials supplied. 2 Mon., April 25 & May 2 Code: 3717 6-9 p.m., Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Adam VanHouten $89, includes all materials

Do you love walking through your garden and watching everything grow? Take some time to bling up your garden with fused glass art, made by you! Let yourself grow, too, by learning to cut colored glass to create a whimsical bug and a wind chime to bring your garden to life. You’ll also make a wall bud vase to hang inside for your lovely flowers. No prior experience is required and all materials are included. Your projects will be ready for pick up the week after class. 2 days, Code: 2206 Mon., June 6, 6-9 p.m. and Thurs., June 9, 6-8 p.m. Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Debra Coburn $79, includes all materials

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Glass Mosaics You’ve seen them at art fairs and on Pinterest. Now create your own colorful framed glass mosaic. Bring an 8x10 idea that can be transferred onto clear glass. Great images can be found in coloring books, clip art or even stained glass patterns. You’ll use broken pieces of colored glass and glue or grout to create your unique mosaic. Bring your image and be prepared to jump right into this twoweek class. Cost includes frame and all glass pieces. Mon., June 20 Code: 2208 and Thurs., June 23 6-8:30 p.m. Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Debra Coburn $79, includes all materials

Essential Skills for Photographers Do you want to take more professional looking photographs? Practice your skills by learning the essential relationship between shutter speed, f-stop (aperture), and ISO. Learn what the numbers mean and how to set your exposure in a variety of camera modes. Study the concept of exposure and learn how to use it on a digital camera. Begin to see like a photographer by using composition and visualization. If you are not completely familiar with your camera, please take Understanding Your Digital SLR Camera first. Bring your digital camera. Wed., June 15 Code: 2215 6-9 p.m. Great Lakes Campus Rm. 101 Instructor: Adam VanHouten $49

Photography: Starting with the Image Take your images to the next level by taking a different approach to improving your photography. Rather than start with the camera, dials, and settings, we’ll start with the image. Review some of the most common problems faced in creating the images you want, and then work backwards to figure out the steps needed to achieve each. We’ll also talk about how you can make your camera capture that image you have visualized in your head. Tues., June 7 Code: 2219 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Dan Carlson $49

Photography Understanding Your DSLR Camera Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras are far more complex than ordinary point and shoot cameras. You know you have a DSLR camera if it has interchangeable lenses. Learn how to take better photos as well as identify and adjust the most commonly used functions of your DSLR camera. Gain an understanding of exposure basics and clarify many of your camera’s settings such as exposure modes, the histogram, and much more. Bring your digital camera with a fully charged battery, a memory card, your user manual, and your questions. Not suitable for point and shoot cameras. Thurs., May 26 Code: 2210 5:30-8:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 215 Instructor: Chris Doyal $49

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Nature Photography Discover the world of nature photography as you explore three distinct types—landscape, close-up, and wildlife. Learn about the best times to capture the beauty of nature that you see through your own eyes. Gain tips on new digital techniques and tools. Find out how to approach wildlife, where to photograph, how to maximize color, how to compose a variety of scenes, and creative ways to view and share our natural world. Wed., April 27 Code: 3750 6-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 212 Instructor: Charles St. Charles $49

Managing and Organizing Your Digital Photos If you are shooting digital photos, you need to know how to store, retrieve, and work with them on your computer. Learn how to keep them organized and pick up tips for basic photo editing in this hands-on workshop. Work with file management, naming conventions, digital camera memory, transferring photos, and basic functions of photo editing. Thurs., July 7 Code: 2203 9 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Steve Stanton $49

Instant Film Photo Prints

White and Bright Floral Photography

Photography— A Field Experience Are you looking for a hands-on photography experience? Gain confidence and learn to take better photographs while working side-byside with award-winning photographer, Adam Van Houten. Begin in the classroom with a quick review of exposure basics, composition, and the various shooting modes on your camera. Then take your skills outside for practice, personal instruction, and instant feedback. End the afternoon with an opportunity to review what worked and how to improve what didn’t work. Bring your digital camera with memory card, fully charged battery, and all your questions. This is not a beginning class. You should have a solid understanding of your camera and its setting modes. Wed., July 20, 6-9 p.m. Code: 2224 Great Lakes Campus, Rm. 112 Instructor: Adam VanHouten $49

Discover how to overcome your camera’s limitations to create elegant and richly colored floral images with a clean white “High Key” background. You’ll first learn what makes this technique possible and then as a group, we’ll create a floral arrangement that we’ll photograph together. Next, you’ll get a chance to make creative decisions about what characteristics and colors of the flowers to emphasize as the images are processed. You’ll see the colors come to life like the artistry of a painting. Bring your DSLR camera and tripod. Wed., June 29 Code: 2222 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Charles St. Charles $49

Drops of Light Photography Discover a very specialized type of macro photography that uses drops of water like nature’s lens. This amazing technique lets you capture a view of flowers inside of a drop of water. Each droplet becomes a tiny magnifying lens! Many people mistake this for a digitally manipulated image, but it’s done entirely with photography. Come make your own Drops of Light images in the classroom. Bring your DSLR camera and tripod. Wed., June 22 Code: 2221 6-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Charles St. Charles $49

You can create beautiful, tangible works of art using the photos trapped in your smartphone! Through this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to create the “impossible” by learning a fun and easy alternative photographic process called “emulsion lift.” An emulsion lift (or emulsion transfer) is when the emulsion layer is removed from a sheet of instant film and then transferred to a different surface. We will be using Impossible Project brand hardware and films. Cost includes all materials. Thurs., July 14 Code: 2223 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Melissa Bernazzani $59

Beading Basics—Make Your Own Jewelry Creating original, beautiful beaded jewelry is fun and easy. Learn the basic techniques through detailed instruction and hands-on practice. You’ll be introduced to everything from wire manipulation to bead stringing and all the lingo and tools to go with them. Put your new knowledge to use by creating a simple necklace and earring set. Bring your reading glasses if needed for fine work. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring some of your own beads. Thurs., April 28 Code: 3754 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 106 Instructor: Jennifer Helferich $49, includes supplies

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Rigid Heddle Weaving Are you curious about hand weaving, but not ready to invest in a large loom? Rigid heddle looms are portable, less expensive, and easy to use. Learn the simplest method of warping your loom. Once set up, you’ll learn how to make plain weave, the most basic and versatile weave structure. Become familiar with weaving vocabulary, how to finish your project, and how to make design decisions for your next project. A supply list will be mailed prior to the first class. You need your own rigid heddle loom. A limited number of looms are available to rent from instructor on a first-come first-served basis. 2 Wed., Code: 2225 May 25 & June 1, 5:30-8:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Nancy McRay $95

Welding Basics Learn the essentials of light duty welding for your art or home-based projects. Learn about safety and the tools and equipment used for wire and stick welding. Through presentations, demos, and hands-on work in the lab, you’ll gain basic skills in working with oxy-fuel, stick welding, and MIG processes along with some plasma cutting. Take home non-structural tacking and welding skills to apply to your own artistic or hobbyist pursuits. Get a list of personal protective equipment at the first class to be purchased (approx. $40). Includes welding materials. 6 Wed., Code: 2228 May 18-June 22, 6-9 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg., Welding Lab Rm. A (2525 Aero Park Dr., TC) Instructor: Devan DePauw $235

Pottery Techniques

Waxed Linen Coil Baskets Coil basketry is an ancient art form with contemporary applications. Working side-by-side with fiber artist, Nancy McRay, you’ll learn how to start a coil basket and control the shape and color changes. You’ll work with waxed linen and paper core, but you will also learn about the many different materials that can be used. Coil baskets from contemporary artists and resources for projects to try on your own will be presented. All materials are provided. Tues., June 7 Code: 2226 5:30-8:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 214 Instructor: Nancy McRay $69

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Beginners through advanced students—try all of the techniques and materials available in the NMC Ceramics Lab. You’ll work with wheel throwing, hand-building, and glazing. Open studio hours will be available on weekends for experimentation. 4 Tues. & Thurs., Code: 2231 June 14-July 7, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135 Instructor: Michael Torre $219

Drawing I This academic course is also open to noncredit students as a joint offering. Learn the fundamentals of drawing along with perspective, texture, line, shading, objects in space, and composition; using pencil, ink, and charcoal. For this course you will need your NMC ID and Password before the first class (available through NMC Helpdesk, 231-995-3020). May also be taken for academic credit. 8 Mon. & Wed., Code: 1977 June 13-Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Fine Arts Rm. 130 Instructor: Staff $407 (does not include text)

Metal Shop: Welding Basics I (Grades 10–12) Designed for students in grades 10– 12. In our state-of-the-art lab, gain important safety skills along with an introduction to the tools and equipment used for wire and stick welding. Through presentations and in-lab demos, you’ll gain understanding of the industry, types of welding and their uses, and important career information. Each student will have opportunities to work with equipment on a small project. Personal protective equipment and welding materials provided. Wear work boots, jeans, and a long-sleeved cotton shirt. 4 Wed., Code: 2229 July 20-Aug. 10, 9 a.m.-noon Aero Park Labs Bldg., Welding Lab Rm. A (2525 Aero Park Dr., TC) Instructor: Devan DePauw $159

Ceramics I This introductory course develops hand-building skills and basic ceramic design skills. Gain technical skills by completing hand-building projects that include sets, complex shapes, relief, pouring vessels, and a sketchbook that includes research and design focused on each project. May also be taken for academic credit. 8 weeks, Code: 1978 Tues. & Thurs., June 14-Aug. 4 1-4:30 p.m., Fine Arts Rm. 135 Instructor: Mike Torre $437 (does not include text)

Painting I Take a formalistic approach to drawing in line, form, space, and techniques with emphasis on color. Explore several media, especially oils and acrylics. For all levels. NMC ID and Password needed before the first class (available through NMC Helpdesk, 231-995-3020). Available for academic credit. 8 Mon. & Wed. Code: 1985 May 9-July 6, 9 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Fine Arts Rm. 130 Instructor: Rufus James $407 (does not include text)

Music

Recreation

NMC Concert Band

Great Lakes Fishing Charter: Catch and Cook

You can be part of NMC’s Summer Concert Band program. Made up of community members and college students who play traditional instruments, the summer program consists of three rehearsals and four concerts spread over the summer in mostly outdoor venues. You will need at least an upper high school level competency. Participants need to register through the NMC Extended Education office (995-1700). For this course you will need your NMC ID and Password before the first class (available through NMC Helpdesk, 231-9953020). Audition or interview with the director is a prerequisite to registering. Please email pbrumbaugh@nmc. edu for audition information. Rehearsals: 3 Tues., Code: 1979 June 7-21, 7-9 p.m. Milliken Auditorium (performance dates will be announced at www.nmc.edu/concerts) Instructor: Pat Brumbaugh $50

Private Music Lessons Guitar • Piano • Percussion • Voice and more Private lessons are available for most instruments and can be taken for personal interest or academic music credit. Dates and t i m e s a r ra n g e d w i t h i n s t r u c t o r. Please call the EES office to register, 995-1700. 15 half-hour lessons: $386 15 one-hour lessons: $763

NMC Aviation

Head to beautiful Fishtown at Leland Harbor and meet up with Captain Scott Anderson of Far-Fetched Fishing Charters for an afternoon of Lake Michigan fishing fun. Ply the waters off Leland’s coast as you work to land a mighty king salmon or the powerful lake trout. Back on shore, head over to Carlson’s Market to see how the pros clean and fillet your catch. Cap off the day as you enjoy a meal served with a Lake Michigan flare and prepared by the Cove in Leland. It is cool on the open water, so dress warmly. Limited to six participants. Please register at least one week ahead. Cost includes dinner. Sat., Aug. 27 Code: 2299 12:30-7 p.m. Meet at Far-Fetched Fishing Charter in Leland Harbor by Fishtown Instructors: Captain Scott Anderson & The Riverside Inn, Leland $165

Fly Fishing: An Introductory Workshop Join local fly fishing expert Chuck Hawkins as he teaches you the fundamentals of fly fishing. This fun introduction includes an overview of rods and reels along with a hands-on casting session. Leave with a good understanding of what you need to get started in this popular sport. Opportunities abound for great fly fishing in the Grand Traverse area, so accelerate your skills and join the fun. Thurs., April 28, 6-9 p.m. Code: 3780 University Center Rm. 05 Instructor: Chuck Hawkins $75

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Mountain Bike— Essential Skills Join certified mountain biking expert, Chris Remy, to improve your riding skills and enjoyment. Learn the 10 fundamental skills essential to mountain bike handling. Practice proper adjustments for bike set up and alignment. With your bike adjusted, you will learn skill exercises and experience guided practice of the 10 fundamental skills. Includes group riding skills as well as riding on your own. Bring your bike to class. Sat., May 14 Code: 2300 10 a.m.-noon Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Chris Remy $29

Backpacking I Designed for beginning backpackers, this weekend course includes basic skills, overnight camping, equipment, food planning and preparation, navigation, and backcountry first aid. Equipment provided if needed. For this course you will need your NMC ID and Password before the orientation (available through NMC Helpdesk, 231-995-3020). May also be taken for academic credit. Call 9951198 for course details. Sat. & Sun., Code: 1983 June 11 & 12 Orientation: Wed., June 8, 7-10 p.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 202 Instructor: Pete LaCourse $278

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Canoeing I Instruction in various techniques of canoeing will be introduced in flat water. Wilderness travel by canoe is discussed. Two one-day trips are planned. Canoes are provided. For this course you will need your NMC ID and Password before the orientation (available through NMC Helpdesk, 231-995-3020). May also be taken for academic credit. Call 9951198 for course details. Sat. & Sun., Code: 1984 July 16 & 17 Orientation: Wed., July 13, 7-10 p.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 202 Instructor: Pete LaCourse $278

United States Power Squadrons® (USPS) The United States Power Squadrons® (USPS) is the world’s largest recreational boating organization. For more than 100 years, the USPS has worked to make the water a safer place through its boating education program. NMC Extended Education has partnered with the Traverse City USPS chapter to help deliver quality educational courses so you can improve your boating skills and knowledge. 8 |

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Golf Fundamentals

Women’s Golf Basics

If you haven’t played golf in awhile or have never had a formal lesson, this is for you. Learn the proper technique from the importance of your grip and stance to finesse and power for your swing and shot accuracy. We’ll cover putting, chipping, club choices, rules, and course etiquette with lots of coaching and practice. Get a jumpstart on the season and improve your golf skills. The Golf Center includes indoor hitting stations for your long and short game, Full Swing Simulators, and putting green. Cost includes range balls, simulator fees, and instruction. Equipment is provided if needed. Course meets at Golf Center (6270 Secor Road). Option 1: 4 Tues., Code: 2301 May 17-June 7, 6-7 p.m. Option 2: 4 Thurs., Code: 2302 June 9-30, 10-11 a.m. Golf Center (6270 Secor Road) Instructor: Golf Pro Doug Lichty & Staff $99 each option

Get a head start on the golf season by using an indoor golf setting! Golf pro Doug Lichty and staff guide you through the essential skills of golf. Learn fundamental techniques from the importance of proper grip to elements of finesse and power for your swing. You’ll learn the rules of the game, ball flight physics, club selection as it relates to distance and strategy, driving, putting, chipping, and course etiquette. The indoor center lets you work on your short and long game. Try the Full Swing Simulator and work with video analysis to get you off to a great start. Course meets at Golf Center (6270 Secor Road). 4 Wed., Code: 2309 May 18-June 8 6-7 p.m. Golf Center (6270 Secor Road) Instructor: Golf Pro Doug Lichty and Staff $99

America’s Boating Course

Sailing

Learn the fundamentals of safe boating in this core U.S. Power Squadron course. Successful completion qualifies you for personal watercraft operator certification in Michigan. Topics include: boat components and safe operation; the rules and regulations as they apply to boating in the USA and state of Michigan; boat navigation; and communication. Discussion includes how to deal with a boat in adverse conditions and how to operate boating equipment such as a boat trailer and personal water craft (PWC), and how to tie knots that are essential to safe boating. A USPS course. 3 Mon., May 9-23 Code: 2310 6-9 p.m. Great Lakes Campus, Rm. 101 Instructor: Jerry Williams $35

Discover sailing this summer on beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. Novice and experienced sailors will enjoy learning the comprehensive essentials of sailing. Classroom learning and on-the-water sessions each week provide sailing experience and a chance to apply concepts learned. Topics include: nomenclature, boat designs, rigging, safety, and sail types and processes. The course also covers helmsmanship, essential knots and lines, handling emergencies, navigation rules, and discusses boat management in heavy weather. On-the-water sessions will be arranged with the instructor. A USPS course. 7 Mon., Code: 2311 July 11-Aug. 22, 6-9 p.m. Great Lakes Campus, Rm. 101 Instructor: David Terrell $175

Ghost Towns of Sleeping Bear Dunes— A One-Day Adventure

Welcome to LIFE Academy where you will find unique learning experiences for those age 50 and better. You can stretch your mind, build skills, and meet new people! Courses are listed with the regular price and the reduced price for residents of Grand Traverse County age 62+. Courses are on pages 9 –14.

Into the Wilderness What is wilderness? What happens when an area is designated as wilderness? Over one-third of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore’s 71,000 acres have been set aside as wilderness. US Congress recently passed legislation creating a “Wilderness Designation” for this land. Join park expert, Kerry Kelly, to explore firsthand what this means with a 2-hour classroom discussion followed by an all-day guided tour of two areas within the designated “wilderness.” The tour includes morning and afternoon walks with different habitats and natural features, and lunch at a nearby restaurant. This course qualifies toward the Naturalist Certificate. 2 Wed., May 11 Code: 2227 10 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 216 and May 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at SBDNL Visitor Center in Empire Instructor: Kerry Kelly $105 ($90 with LIFE Discount)

Ghost towns captivate our imaginations. Who were the people and what were their lives like? Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is home to several ghost towns. Glen Haven is an example of what these logging villages were like in their heyday. Discover the towns, what happened to them, and the people who lived there. The park adventure begins at the National Lakeshore Visitor Center. Van transportation is provided from the University Center to Empire and throughout the park (you may prefer to meet the group at the Visitor Center at 9 a.m.), then back to the University Center at 5 p.m. We’ll travel to several ghost towns exploring areas of the park very few people find. Includes lunch, transportation, and teacher/ guide. Wear comfortable shoes and bring your camera. Wed., June 8 Code: 2218 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Transportation leaves from the University Center Parking Lot at 8 a.m. (if joining the group at SBDNL Visitor Center in Empire, arrive there 9 a.m.) Instructor: Kerry Kelly $99 ($88 with LIFE Discount)

Sleeping Bear Dunes— The Big Story Habitats, creatures, plant life, challenges—how much do you really know about the Lake Michigan shoreline and the 71,000+ acres of national parkland in our backyard? Explore the varied habitat from dunes, forests, and meadows to wetlands and rivers and the issues facing each; including invasive species, climate, and contamination. Discover who lives there—the birds, mammals, amphibians, fish, and plants. Get updates on the botulism study, spread of Lyme disease, and surveys on Piping Plovers, amphibians, and brook trout. The first two sessions are in the classroom; the last day is a longer guided field trip experience in the Sleeping Bear Dunes Park (carpools arranged at the 2nd class; cost does not include vehicle entrance fee). This course qualifies toward the Naturalist Certificate. 3 Sessions with Field Trip Code: 2220 2 Tues., May 10 & 17, 10 a.m.-noon and Tues., May 24, 1-5 p.m. (field trip) University Center Rm. 216 Instructor: Kerry Kelly $89 ($75 with LIFE Discount)

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Spring Wildflower Exploration Explore the spring flowers of northern Michigan! In this field-based class we’ll visit forests and wetlands and see how many different spring wildflowers we can find while learning techniques for observing and identifying plants. Each day we meet at a different interesting field site around Traverse City or Leelanau County. We’ll go over plant identification materials, then venture forth and see what we can find! Be prepared for uneven and wet terrain, variable weather, and mosquitos. Bring a notebook, water bottle, a magnifier for looking at small plant parts, and your questions! First class meets at Treat (Tweddle) Farm near Empire, directions at nps.gov/slbe/planyourvisit/ tweddletreat.htm. 3 Fri., May 13-27 Code: 2230 11 a.m.-2 p.m. First class meets at Treat (Tweddle) Farm near Empire Instructor: Liana May $85 ($70 with LIFE Discount)

Insects and Bugs— Essential Understanding for the Naturalist The largest segment of the animal kingdom provides excellent fodder for the naturalist in you. Explore the world of Arthropods and gain expanded knowledge to share with others. Learn to differentiate between arthropods and other kinds of animals, and practice collection techniques. Leave with a better understanding of insect ecology and the important role each plays in the natural world. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate. Bring a sack lunch and dress to be outside on day three. Last class meets 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 3 Wed., Code: 2232 June 1-15 9 a.m.-noon (last class meets 10 a.m.-3 p.m.) University Center Rm. 214 Instructor: Duke Elsner $89 ($74 with LIFE Discount)

Become a Northern Naturalist

• Sleeping Bear Dunes • Into the Wilderness • Spring Wildflower Exploration • Insects & Bugs for the Naturalist • Assessing Water Quality • Field Botany for the Naturalist • Northern Mich. Geology

Northern Naturalist Certificate This continuing education certificate program focuses on the Northern Michigan natural environment. Find certificate details at www.nmc.edu/naturalist (231)995-1700 (8:30-4:30, M-F)

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Assessing Water Quality Water quality is essential to the quality of life in our area. Find out what factors influence water quality in our region in this hands-on course. Join the staff of the Grass River Natural area as you work through the tools and techniques used to measure water quality of our local streams and rivers. You’ll run chemical and physical field tests and evaluate your results to determine the levels of oxygen, turbidity, pH, temperature, and nutrients. Learn how the quantity and quality of aquatic life equates to the health of a stream or body of water. This course qualifies for credit toward the Northern Naturalist certificate. The first class meets at NMC, the next two meet at Grass River Natural Area near Bellaire. 3 Thurs., June 2-16 Code: 2235 1-4 p.m. June 2 meets (at NMC) in University Center Rm. 212 June 9 & 16 meet at Grass River Natural Area (near Bellaire) Instructor: James Dake $95 ($81 with LIFE Discount)

Native Trees and Shrubs: A Guided Walk Experience a leisurely 3-hour guided walk, on level ground, in the woods with ISA certified arborist, Bo Burke. Become familiar with the majestic and varied trees and shrubs of Northern Michigan. Learn their unique physical characteristics, their habitat, and growing conditions. With your newfound knowledge, you’ll be ready to practice tree identification and skills on future nature walks. This course qualifies toward the Naturalist Certificate. Dress to walk outdoors. Class meets at Cedar Run Creek Natural Area (4300 Cedar Lake Rd., TC). Thurs., June 16 Code: 2239 1-4 p.m., Trailhead of Cedar Run Natural Area (4300 Cedar Lake Rd., TC) Instructor: Bo Burke $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Field Botany for the Naturalist Have you ever wondered about the plants you see as you walk through the woods or your own yard? Learn basic tenets of botany—including terminology and plant families—identifying common plants by sight, and how to “key” plants. This will be an adventure as you gain a new perspective on the world around you! Each class session meets at a different site—beautiful bogs, forests, fields, and marshes—around Traverse City or Leelanau County. Be prepared for uneven and wet terrain, variable weather, mosquitos, and lots of walking. Bring a notebook, water bottle, a magnifier for looking at small plant parts, and your questions! This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate. First class meets at Hatlem Creek Preserve, on Plowman Rd. near Empire (directions at LeelanauConservancy. org). 3 Mon., June 20-July 11 Code: 2241 (no class July 4) 10 a.m.-1 p.m. First class meets at Hatlem Creek Preserve, on Plowman Rd. near Empire Instructor: Liana May $85 ($70 with LIFE Discount)

Nature Photography Discover the world of nature photography as you explore three distinct types—landscape, close-up, and wildlife. Learn about the best times to capture the beauty of nature, how to approach wildlife, where to photograph, how to maximize color, how to compose scenes, and creative ways to view and share our natural world. See page 4 for details.

Northern Michigan Geology Explore the formation of the northern Michigan landscape through a classroom, lab, and field trip experience. Guided by NMC Geology Professor, Robb Houston, learn about the Paleozoic rock layers, their fossils, and the relationship of rock layers to more recent geologic processes. A half-day in the lab provides core information for a full day of discovery visiting geologic sites. The field trip involves walking up to a mile in wooded terrain. Transportation and picnic box lunch included. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate. Wed., July 13 Code: 2243 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (lab) and Thurs., July 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (trip) NMC Health & Science Bldg. Rm. 213 Instructor: Robb Houston $125, includes lunch ($106 with LIFE Discount)

Downsize and Declutter: The Art of Letting Go It’s the season of pairing down and garage sales. Not sure where to start? Let Jessica Merwin, who went from a 3000 sq. ft. home to a 360 sq. ft. dwelling, inspire you to get started! Discover the process you can use to declutter your life and identify methods to get rid of stuff—whether you want to generate revenue, donate, recycle, or dispose it. You’ll also learn about sustainable living principles as a way to remain clutter free. Let the spring cleaning begin! Tues., May 24 Code: 2238 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 204 Instructor: Jessica Merwin $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

LIFE Luncheon Hungry to Learn? Hungry for a buffet? Treat your appetite to a LIFE Lunch! You’ll find interesting people, places, and ideas - and enjoy a buffet lunch. If you prefer, bring a brown bag. Beverages provided.

June 17: Children’s Choir Camp Recital Come celebrate 25 years of NMC’s exemplary Children’s Choir program – Northern Lower Michigan’s Premier Children’s Choir. The Choir program develops high levels of artistic, expressive singing for students in Kindergarten through grade 9 in the greater Grand Traverse Area. First, at 11 a.m. in the Fine Arts Building on the main NMC Campus, you will enjoy an end of choir camp week recital performed by grade 1 to grade 4 students. Then enjoy a buffet lunch (or bring you own) in the Oleson Center where Music Director Jeff Cobb and staff will enlighten you with a presentation on the choir organization and their six ensembles with a time for questions and answers. This events starts at 11 a.m. at the Fine Arts Building, followed by lunch at the Oleson Center (a short walk from the Fine Arts Bldg). Come enjoy the music of NMC’s youngest talent! Fri., June 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Fine Arts Rm. 115 (for recital at 11 a.m.) Oleson A/B (for lunch at noon) $19 with buffet Code: 2216 Code: 2217 $10 without lunch (bring your own)

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The Future of Work in America

What’s in the World with Jack Been away all winter? Things continue to change on the diplomatic front and it can be hard to keep up. No worries—join retired US diplomat Jack Segal for three “shorts” that will get you up-to-speed. Each week, you will take a look at what is happening in some of the globe’s hot spots. Register for any or all 3 in this series. Iran’s Shifting Sands Iran remains divided between conservatives who view the nuclear deal as a necessary evil and progressives who want to further open their country to the West. With sanctions being lifted, many Iranians are hoping for a better life, but with oil prices at an historic low and with many Iranian leaders concerned that too much western influence is creeping into the country, the new “Supreme Leader” will likely try to keep the lid on popular expectations. Join former senior US diplomat Jack Segal for a look at how Iranian politics work and what we might expect in the months ahead. Tues., June 7, 6-9 p.m. Code: 2293

What Future for Syria? IAF Prep Let Jack bring you up to date on Syria and prep you for the Thursday, June 19 IAF event “What Future for Syria” with Robert S. Ford, former US Ambassador to Syria. Join Jack for a lively discussion of the Syrian civil war, the efforts to confront ISIS in both Iraq and Syria; and the role of Arab and western states in addressing the threat posed by Islamist extremism. Jack Segal is the former National Security Council Director for Non-Proliferation, and former First Secretary at the US Embassy in Israel. Tues., June 14, 6-9 p.m. Code: 2294

A Presidential Preview What a wild ride for the 2016 presidential nominee race! Now that the dust has cleared and the last primaries have been hosted, this is a good time to look at the likely foreign policies of the leading candidates for President. We’ll see which foreign policy experts are advising the candidates and analyze some of the candidate’s position statements. Join Jack Segal, a veteran of the Clinton White House, for a fun discussion. Tues., June 21, 6-9 p.m. Code: 2295

All in University Center Rm. 204 Instructor: Jack Segal $39 each ($33 with LIFE Discount) $99 for all 3 classes Code: 2292 ($81 for all 3 with LIFE Discount)

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In recent years, economists and others have noted that automation and artificial intelligence are expanding at an accelerating rate that threatens to destroy jobs faster than new ones can be created. The more alarming scenarios see employment opportunities falling permanently below the supply of willing workers. In this course, you will review the recent literature on the issue and we’ll discuss possible responses to the rapidly evolving circumstances. Thurs., April 28 Code: 3638 1:30-4 p.m. University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Phil Mikesell $35 ($30 with LIFE Discount)

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Gentle Yoga Find out why so many have found t h a t yo g a i m p r o v e s f l e x i b i l i t y, strength, posture, and balance, and provides a sense of physical and spiritual wellness. Gentle Yoga is designed for people of any level of physical ability who prefer a more mindful, gentle practice. Wear comfortable clothing for movement. The last 2 classes (Aug. 16 & 23, 2016) meet at Crooked Tree Yoga Studio in Acme. 8 Tues., Code: 2288 July 5-Aug. 23, 10:15-11:30 a.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Margaret Bennett $89 ($73 with LIFE Discount)

Yoga for 50+ You’ll love these exercises that are designed specifically for those age 50+. Yoga improves flexibility, strength, posture and balance, and provides a sense of physical and spiritual wellness. Yoga for 50+ is designed for people of any level of physical ability who prefer a more mindful and mild approach, while getting positive physical and mental changes. Wear comfortable clothing for movement. 9 Wed. & Fri., Code: 2265 June 15-Aug. 12, 8:45-9:35 a.m. Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Dorothy Eisenstein $89 ($76 with LIFE Discount)

The Savvy Film Viewer The TC Film Festival is July 26-31, 2016. Maximize your film festival experience by exploring the art of cinema before you view the movies. Dr. Mark Howell, NMC communications professor, introduces you to a new level of motion picture awareness and appreciation. What makes a film exceptional? Explore aspects of cinematography, cultural mythology, narrative structure, and their interplay, as stories take the creative journey from page to screen. Your “homework” will be to watch two films by a featured writer/director prior to class so you are ready to make new discoveries through discussions, presentations, and reviewing clips. Leave with distinctive insights that will enhance your cinematic experience for years to come. Movie titles will be emailed to students prior to class. Tues. & Wed., Code: 2287 July 19 & 20 6:30-9:30 p.m. Scholars Hall Rm. 217 (theatre) Instructor: Mark Howell Cost: $45 ($37 with LIFE Discount)

Are you looking for a new mental challenge? Learn the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg—a game of skill coupled with wit and fortune. Examine a brief history of the game, the tiles and cards used, and rules set by the National Mah Jongg League. Experience actual playing time to apply what you learn. Mastery of the game takes practice and patience, but your effort will be repaid many times over by the enjoyment derived. 4 Mon., Code: 2290 May 16-June 13, 1-4 p.m. (no class May 30) University Center Rm. 216 Instructor: Pam Shaberly $69 ($57 with LIFE Discount)

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Lifelong Learning— Campus Day for 50+ Create your own learning day! Select three sessions from over 40 unique options about the ever-changing world we live in—from our own challenges to regional issues, area attractions, computer skills, wellness, travel, the arts, and more. Community experts along with NMC faculty present insightful sessions. A get-acquainted lunch break features a convenient box lunch or bring your favorite brown bag. Beverages are provided. Read descriptions of each session online at nmc.edu/life-academy or call (231) 995-1700 to have the Campus Day booklet mailed to you. Fri., May 13, 9:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. NMC University Center (Cass Road) $35 – includes lunch Code: 3568 $25 – bring your lunch Code: 3569 (low-income registration is $15, lunch is $10 additional)

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Want updates about classes and events? Over 4000 subscribers read our email newsletter Sign up online: nmc.edu/ees-news or call: 231.995.1700 Power Foods for the Brain Could breakfast or lunch be harming your memory? Are you missing out on the foods that could prevent Alzheimer’s disease? Everyone knows good nutrition supports overall health, but few realize that certain foods— power foods—can protect your brain and optimize its function, and even dramatically reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Discover and taste some of the best foods for cognitive function in this demonstration class. Thurs., April 28 Code: 3580 6-8 p.m. University Center Rm. 204 Instructor: Sherry Davis $49 ($42 with LIFE Discount)

Beginning Computers for PC If you are an occasional user, absolute beginner, or a novice needing a refresher, this hands-on class moves at a slower pace. We’ll take the mystery out of computers and explore common jargon, computer hardware, and the most popular software packages. Learn how to use the mouse and be introduced to basic Windows computer operations; manipulating text; cut, paste, and copy; and how to save your work using Microsoft Word. Gain the knowledge and confidence to grow your computer skills. 2 Thurs., May 19 & 26 Code: 2207 1-4 p.m. University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $69 ($57 with LIFE Discount)

10 Things You Need to Know About Facebook Having trouble keeping up with the changes on Facebook? Review the top ten aspects every user needs to know about settings and use. Learn how to change your settings and optimize your account so it works for you. Discover security and operation settings that can impact your privacy and advanced features that allow you to connect to the world or to just your friends. For current Facebook users. Participants need to have a Facebook account; bring your login and password to class. Thurs., June 16 Code: 2211 1-4 p.m., University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Beginning Computers for Mac If you are an absolute beginner or a novice needing a refresher, this hands-on class takes the mystery out of computers and explores common jargon, computer hardware, and the most popular software packages for Macs. Learn how to use the mouse and be introduced to basic Mac IOS computer operations. Practice manipulating text, cutting, pasting, and copying, and learn how to save your work using Microsoft Word. Gain the knowledge and confidence to grow your computer skills. 2 Fri., May 20 & 27 Code: 2209 9 a.m.-noon Fine Arts Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $69 ($57 with LIFE Discount)

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Culinary Whether you’re a serious home cook or a culinary school hopeful, our award-winning classes are for you! Taught by local chefs and food aficionados in a stateof-the-art classroom kitchen, each culinary adventure features up-to-date techniques and tasty recipes. Interact with other food lovers and come away energized about cooking! Bring a takehome container in case there are leftovers and a clean bib-apron to each class.

Sushi Rolls Learn to create great authentic sushi for your next eating event. Three kinds of sushi are featured: Japanese traditional, California style, and handrolled (Temaki-zushi). Chef Misaeng, a native of Japan, guides this handson class including tips on ingredient selection, preparation, and serving ideas. Leave with new skills, samples you prepared in class, and your own sushi mat to make sushi at home. Sat., May 21 Code: 2305 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Misaeng Suh Liggett $75

Summer Rolls and Dipping Sauces Learn to create authentic fresh summer rolls – basic to Laotian, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisine. Described as “an explosion of flavors” these rolls feature fresh vegetables with or without meat and seasoned with fresh Asian herbs like cilantro, Thai basil, lime and more. Discover flavorful combinations of herbs, vegetables, and tofu. Work with rice paper and learn the techniques for wrapping three different types of rolls. You will also create delicious dipping sauces. Taste your savory accomplishments and take the extras home to share. Tues., May 10, 6-9 p.m. Code: 2303 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Cheryl Janz $75

Cooking with Fresh Herbs

NMC Cooking Classes voted #1 in the Red Hot Best of Northern Michigan third year in a row! Cook Outside the Book

For the Love of Garlic

Join Chefs Eric Patterson and Jen Blakeslee from the award-winning Cook’s House and discover how to cook outside the book. Discover how to prepare food more expediently, impulsively, economically and creatively. Free yourself from the crutch of recipes, processed foods or take out. Gain confidence to toss together great meals as you experiment with flavors and textures while preparing a soup or appetizer, entrée, side dish, and dessert. Always new recipes using seasonal foods. You won’t be disappointed! Mon., April 25 Code: 3909 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Eric Patterson & Jen Blakeslee $79

Garlic is a universal flavor widely used for its pungent flavor as a seasoning and condiment. Learn the different varieties of garlic and the proper way to peel and store it. Caramelizing softens and sweetens the flavor, and we’ll use it in a spinach and cheddar tart. A garlic confit butter adds zing to a ham and cheese baguette or on a grilled steak. Roasted garlic, basil and burrata pizza hits the spot after work. Welcome the season with roasted asparagus with garlic chips and more. Wed., April 27 Code: 3710 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Cheryl Janz $75

Thyme, sage, tarragon, cilantro, chervil, and mint! These fresh herbs and others are appreciated for their complex flavor and the refreshing boost they give foods. End your cooking doldrums and watch a simple green salad spring to life with the addition of fresh herbs. Rejuvenate a basic chicken salad with a blend of herbs. Herb Provolone Scones with an herb infused butter transform an ordinary meal into something extraordinary. Rosemary cookies show how a natural sweet taste is heightened when mixed with herbs. Also included: tips on growing and freezing herbs, when to cut, and how to store fresh herbs. Thurs., May 19 Code: 2304 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Cheryl Janz $75

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Cooking with Kids

(For Adult and Child Age 8–14) Spend an evening with your favorite child (age 8-14) cooking up a storm. Chef Stephanie Wiitala, Pastry Chef for Black Star Farms and mother of three, leads an evening of fun and seasonal food. Learn fundamental culinary skills and nutrition education while building self-esteem and exploring creativity. Team up to make delicious fresh from the garden veggie salsa while “sharpening” your knife skills, add hummus and homemade pita chips. What’s summer without flat bread pizzas – you choose the toppings! Finish the evening with a summer berry cobbler and super quick food processor ice cream. Cost includes one adult and one child. Option 1: Thurs., May 5 Code: 3934 5:30-8:30 p.m. Option 2: Thurs., July 21 Code: 2296 5:30-8:30 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Stephanie Wiitala $85 each option

Cheese 101 Discover the history of the seven cheese families with Kim Fish, Cheesemonger for The Cheese Lady. Follow along with tastings as she explains the different styles of cheese. She’ll share answers to FAQs she encounters daily—how much cheese is needed for x number of people and which ones pair well with what accompaniments. Finally, try your hand at the art of plating different cheeses and sides on various styles of boards. Artisan cheeses and your newly acquired knowledge are sure to add a touch of sophistication to your next gathering. Tues., May 24 Code: 2306 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kim Fish $75

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Gourmet Glamping For many of us, summer is a time of adventure, new places and campfires! Beyond burgers, discover a variety of food that can be prepared, cooked, and served in an outdoor camping environment. Learn how to create your own “glamping” feast from sunrise to sunset. Recipes include shirred eggs that each “camper” can customize to their liking. Made-from-scratch dough forms the basis for homemade pizza with all the toppings. Chicken/ veggie kebobs in a simple marinade make a satisfying dinner. Add a side of stuffed poblano peppers, and your guests will never leave. Top off any evening with a variety of profiteroles. Let the camping season begin! Wed., June 1 Code: 2307 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kevin Burns $75

Whole Foods Workshop Does your New Year’s resolution include taking that first step toward getting quick, nutritious meals on the table most nights? Join Chef Ali, health and cooking coach, for a Saturday to learn the basics of a whole foods lifestyle and prepare some of her favorite recipes including kale salad and magical Dal! Learn how to reduce your dependence on processed foods, find out how to choose seasonal foods, and recognize nutrient-rich foods. Explore ways to navigate the market or produce aisle, stock a healthy pantry, and discover the secrets of batch cooking. Demonstration, discussion, hands-on, tasting, and take-homes! Sat., June 4 Code: 2308 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Ali Lopez $69

Cupcakes: Sweet Inspirations (For Adult and Child age 9+) Kick off summer with a sweet treat! You and your child (age 9+) will have a blast decorating cupcakes with colorful and seasonal designs. Learn the tips and tricks the pros use for making little cakes into whimsical works of art. You’ll have hands-on practice using pastry bags with a variety of tips. Bring a dozen cupcakes in a takehome container and your appetite. Everything else is provided. Thurs., June 16 Code: 2319 1-4 p.m., Oleson Center Rm. 129 Instructor: Julia Slack $59 (includes 1 adult and 1 child)

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Light and Luscious Desserts Impress your guests at your next dinner! Even the most basic home cook can create a dessert with gourmet flair. Learn techniques for crafting the exquisite. Construct a luscious and decadent chocolate pot de crème topped with candied hazelnuts and caramel sauce. Learn how to make a vibrant individual lemon tartlet. Then there’s the Tart Tartin, an upside-down apple pie with puff pastry—the single best thing you can make with the area’s most plentiful and alluring fruit. The buffet finale will be memorable! Mon., June 6 Code: 2316 6-9 p.m., Oleson Center Rm. 129 Instructor: Adam McMarlin $75

Rubs, Marinades, and Sauces Break out the grill – it’s that time of the year when warm weather and longer days inspire us to cook outdoors. Intensify the taste of your grilled dishes this summer with a combination of herbs, spices, vinegars, and oils. Whether you prefer the tenderizing quality of a marinade or the zip of a rub, poultry, meat, fish, and vegetables all benefit from time spent in these sauces and dry mixes. From a Greek Shish-ka-bob marinade to a zesty horseradish sauce and an Indonesian satay marinade, you’ll add excitement to your flame-kissed meals with these grill-friendly recipes. Wed., June 8 Code: 2317 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nikki Lennox $59

Tastes of the Caribbean Enjoy a culinary cruise and tales of the Caribbean from Kylie Simpson, a seasoned and well-traveled chef. Explore Caribbean flavors and influences as you prepare some traditional and some not so traditional dishes, using ingredients that are available to you in your own neighborhood. Recipes include Seafood and Avocado Parfait, Bahamian Bread, West Indian Chicken, and for dessert, Mango Soufflé with Coconut Lime Crème Anglaise. Get great tips on menu creation and international ingredient substitutions. Code: 2318 Tues., June 14 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kylie Simpson $75

Sausage Making Workshop Get your hands dirty and see how sausage gets made with butcher Adam McMarlin. Know what cuts of meat are ideal for sausage making and learn the basic ratios and techniques used to make delicious and unique sausages at home. Become familiar with using a meat grinder properly and discover how to stuff sausages into natural casing using a hand crank stuffer. Acquaint yourself with proper handling, storage, and cooking methods. Rediscover this lost art and take home handmade sausage to enjoy with family and friends. Mon., June 20 Code: 2320 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Adam McMarlin $75

Kick-start Your Health Get the kick-start you need whether you are looking to jumpstart a weight loss program or want to learn more about the benefits of a plant-based diet. In five short weeks, you’ll get nutrition education, food demonstrations, menu planning, and grocery shopping tips, and the encouragement and camaraderie to make better food choices to get your body on the fast track to better health. See page 27 for details.

Indian Inspired Cuisine Indian food is full of delightful smells and flavors. Join Chef Ali Lopez, Health and Cooking Coach, as she teaches you how to make a variety of inspired vegetarian Indian dishes. Discover the secrets to a great dal and an easy homemade naan bread. Learn how to make the classic curried aloo gobi, a delicious and vibrant side dish that is hearty enough to stand on its own. If the spices get too hot, cool your palate with a refreshing raita. Tues., June 28 Code: 2321 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Ali Lopez $75

Pizza, Focaccia and Savory Tarts Who doesn’t like pizza? So let’s make pizza as Napoletanos do—flour, water, olive oil, kneading, rising, twirling the dough in the air! Join in on the fun with Chef Janene Silverman, who lives in Italy but summers in Traverse City. We’ll focus on making authentic dough for three different types of traditional Italian specialties: pizza from Naples, focaccia from Liguria, and regional savory tarts with ingredients from the sea to the mountains. End the evening tasting the fruits of your labor! Mon., July 11 Code: 2322 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Janene Silverman $79

“Build an Earth (cob) Oven” — See page 21 Just for the Halibut: Advanced Seafood Cookery Take your understanding of seafood cookery up a notch. Learn how to sauté, grill, and poach one of the finer fishes in the sea, halibut. Explore the concept and advanced methods of cooking, “Sous Vide” (cooking under vacuum) at home without buying expensive equipment. Pick up techniques for keeping it from sticking to the pan or grill and how to tell when it is done every time. Discover recipes to appropriately pair halibut with different fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices. Learn various plating methods to impress your friends with your knowledge of this wonderful fish! Wed., July 13 Code: 2323 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Chris Courtright $75

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A Taste of Italy: Primi Primi is the Italian name for first course. It includes pasta, risotto, and gnocchi. Chef Janene Silverman returns to Traverse City to share more of her culinary experiences from living in Italy. Under her guidance, learn how to make a variety of authentic pastas, pizzoccheri from Valtellina, and spaghetti alla chitarra from Abruzzo. Try your hand at several kinds of gnocchi made from potato, ricotta, semolina and more. Discover the secrets to making a creamy risotto using the king of Italian rice, carnarole. Come prepared to cook, learn, and of course, Mangia! Ci Vediamo li! Mon., July 18 Code: 2324 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Janene Silverman $79

Thai Cooking at Home Experience the tantalizing culinary world of Thailand from Australian chef Kylie Simpson. Kylie traveled to northern Thailand to study the regional and local cuisine for six weeks, and stayed six months. Learn how to balance the delicate flavors of ingredients in recipes that include Thai spring rolls, shrimp wonton soup, Thai basil chicken with jasmine rice and Thai coconut crème caramel. Hear stories of Asian history and traditions while you savor the flavors of Thailand. Code: 2325 Tues., July 26 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kylie Simpson $75

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Farm-Fresh Cooking Bring the farm-to-table concept home to your kitchen with Chef Ali Lopez and Taste the Local Difference. Discover what to do with the wide variety of produce and other products available at this summer’s local farms and farmers markets. Learn to prepare creatively delicious and versatile dishes that bring out the best in farmfresh ingredients. Great cooking isn’t always about the recipes—it’s about experimenting with new flavors and textures. You’ll get savvy shopping tips, best places to find local foods, and strategies to extend the harvest. Tues., Aug. 9 Code: 2326 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Ali Lopez $75

Discover “Power Foods for the Brain”— See page 14 Endless Summer: Canning, Freezing, Preserving Would you like to enjoy the fruits of your labor longer? Find out how to preserve vegetables and fruits from your garden or the local market in this basic canning and freezing class. Learn the safe method of canning in the step-by-step process of basic water bath canning. You’ll get hands on with a pickling project and prepare jams to take home. Discover how to blanch and make simple, yet delicious syrups while you pick up tips and other techniques to stretch out the bounty of summer. Includes a canning book to take home. Wed., Aug. 24 Code: 2327 6-9 p.m. Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nikki Lennox $79

Language Spanish Basics for Travelers Do you enjoy traveling to Spanish speaking countries? Imagine how much more rewarding the experience would be if you could comfortably converse with the locals. Learn helpful words and phrases and the basics on sound, speaking, and reading in the very first class. Then, in a relaxed interactive second class, practice conversation geared toward common travel situations such as dining, shopping, transportation, and accommodations. Feel more confident to get off the beaten path on your next trip! 2 Thurs., Code: 2233 June 16, 6-8:30 p.m. and June 23, 6-7:30 p.m. Scholars Hall Rm. 101 Instructor: Yvette Babin-Ringsmuth $49

Continuing Conversational Spanish II Keep your Spanish skills current. Open to anyone who has completed Conversational Spanish II or has previous Spanish speaking experience. Build on what you know as you increase your vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and build confidence in the spoken language. Focus will be on the 100 most used Spanish words in order to maximize your opportunity for fluency in the everyday language. The required text Spanish Now! Level 1, may be purchased at the NMC Bookstore (995-1285), CD is optional. 8 Tues., Code: 2234 April 26-June 14, 6-8 p.m. Scholars Hall Rm. 102 Instructor: Yvette Babin-Ringsmuth $115

Global and National Issues What’s in the World with Jack Been away all winter? Things continue to change on the diplomatic front and it can be hard to keep up. No worries—join retired US diplomat Jack Segal for three “shorts” that will get you up-tospeed. Each week, you will take a look at what is happening in some of the globe’s hot spots. Register for any or all 3 in the series. Iran’s Shifting Sands Iran remains divided between conservatives who view the nuclear deal as a necessary evil and progressives who want to further open their country to the West. With sanctions being lifted, many Iranians are hoping for a better life, but with oil prices at an historic low and with many Iranian leaders concerned that too much western influence is creeping into the country, the new “Supreme Leader” will likely try to keep the lid on popular expectations. Join former senior US diplomat Jack Segal for a look at how Iranian politics work and what we might expect in the months ahead. Tues., June 7, 6-9 p.m. Code: 2293

A Presidential Preview

The Future of Work in America

What a wild ride for the 2016 presidential nominee race! Now that the dust has cleared and the last primaries hosted, this is a good time to look at the likely foreign policies of the leading candidates for President. We’ll see which foreign policy experts are advising the candidates and analyze some of the candidate’s position statements. Join Jack Segal, a veteran of the Clinton White House, for a fun discussion. Tues., June 21, 6-9 p.m. Code: 2295

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May 19 – The Bumpy Road to Global Polio Eradication John F. Modlin, M.D., Deputy Director, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, “Every person deserves the chance to live a healthy, productive life.”

JUNE 16 – What Future for Syria? Robert S. Ford, U.S. Ambassador to Syria until 2014, advised the President on US-Syria policy through the most unstable period in the region’s history, then broke with the Obama administration over its handling of the Syrian civil war. All lectures are held in the Milliken Auditorium on NMC’s main campus. Refreshments & reception begin at 5:15 p.m. followed by lecture at 6 p.m.

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Financial Planning Retirement Planning Today Learn how to avoid the 10 biggest retirement planning mistakes! Whether your objective is to build a nest egg, protect your assets, or preserve your lifestyle throughout retirement, this will help you plan your future with confidence. The need for sound financial strategies has never been greater. You’ll learn how to: create a plan to retire early, manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make decisions about your company retirement plan, and adjust your estate plan. Includes a 230-page illustrated textbook. 2 Tues., Code: 2240 May 10 & 17, 6:30-9:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 207 Instructor: Dennis J. Prout $69, includes workbook (spouse or guest attends free)

Planning the Affairs of Yourself or Aging Parents Are you or your parents in the golden years? Learn how to help yourself, your parents, or other loved ones through their transition and ease the stress this can create. Be in-the-know about life planning before there’s a crisis! We’ll cover planning with wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for finances and physical and mental decisions. Plan for the family vacation home and other assets. Gain essential information about social security, Medicare, hospice, funerals, and alternatives. We’ll take field trips to two long-term care and assisted living facilities to know the options and their operations. A special presentation by a local health club specialist explains how to maintain or improve physical health, no matter the age. Plus, your questions will be answered on a variety of topics of interest to you. 4 Wed., Code: 2242 June 1-22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Paul Schultz $89

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Home Time

Bird Watching for Family Fun

Downsize and Declutter: The Art of Letting Go

Bird watching is a life-long skill you can share with your school-age kids in this fun, eyes-on course. Learn how to find and identify birds that make their home here, as well as those that are “just passing through.” Gain understanding of habitats and their importance for migration, nesting, food, and safety. The first day is in the classroom to learn the things you need to know for successful field trips. The following four Saturdays (7:30-10 a.m.) are field sessions where we’ll start with easy-to-see species like ducks and geese, and then venture off to find harder species like sparrows, warblers, and raptors. Learn proper use of binoculars, spotting scopes, charts, and keys to enhance your search. Cost includes one or both parents and their children. Meets 5 times Code: 3642 Thurs., April 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Health & Science Bldg. Rm. 217 and Field Sessions, 4 Sat., April 30-May 21 7:30-10 a.m. (locations available at the first class) Instructors: Kirk, Lauren, & Leah Waterstripe $69 per family

It’s the season of pairing down and garage sales. Not sure where to start? Let Jessica Merwin, who went from a 3000 sq. ft. home to a 360 sq. ft. dwelling, inspire you to get started! See page 11 for details.

The Art of the Handmade Broom Discover the craft of making handmade brooms. Learn how to make a real broom (whisk broom or potscrubber/cake tester) for decorative or functional use. From simple materials, you will use the tools, techniques, and supplies necessary to craft a classic broom. Demonstrations will provide insight into making a full-scale kitchen broom. Take your broom home to use or give as a gift. Includes all materials. Sat., June 25 Code: 2236 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Jason Gold $75

Build an Earth (Cob) Oven

Dance

Partner Dancing Made Easy

Earth ovens bake like expensive commercial wood-fired ovens for a fraction of the cost. They can be used for breads, pizzas, and anything that needs roasting or baking. Discover the ancient craft of working with abundant earth materials—clay, sand, straw, and water—while building a small-scale working earth oven. Learn about the history of earth ovens, how to make cob (a strong clay building material), and how to construct your oven. Leave with a small-scale operating cob oven to take home and use. Dress to get dirty from head to toe. This course makes a great Father’s Day gift. Class breaks one hour for lunch on your own. Includes all materials. Sun., June 26 Code: 2237 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Jason Gold $125

When couples register for a dance course, please provide registration information for each partner.

Become a better dancer! Tired of trying to learn complicated dance steps? Enjoy parties and weddings with userfriendly approaches to moving on the dance floor. In a fun and relaxed atmosphere, you’ll learn basic moves for various kinds of music. Designed for beginners and dancers with any amount of experience. No partner necessary. Wear slippery soled shoes. Note: couple discount is not available if registering online. Option 1: Wed., May 18 Code: 2245 6-9 p.m. Option 2: Sun., June 19 Code: 2246 5-8 p.m. Option 3: Wed., Aug. 3 Code: 2247 6:30-9:30 p.m. Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 Instructor: Mykl Werth Each option $25 per individual; or $41 per couple

Social Partner Dancing Maybe you’ve always wanted to dance, already love to dance, or have a wedding or event coming up where dancing is expected. Here’s a Friday night fun answer. Learn to connect with your partner and be able to dance to any kind of music—to listen, lead, follow, to trust, and to support your partner and become a much better dancer. Explore specific dance styles including swing, jitterbug, slow-dancing, and waltz which can be used anywhere from ballrooms to weddings to nightclubs to a romantic evening at home. For beginners and those wanting to develop the next stage of their dancing style. No partner necessary. Wear slipperysoled shoes. Note: couple discount is not available if registering online. 4 Fri., June 3-24 Code: 2244 8-9:45 p.m. Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 Instructor: Mykl Werth $49 per individual, or $89 per couple

A Chance to Dance

Northern Naturalist Classes pages 9–11

Enjoy a Friday night dance and practice all those great new moves you acquired in a dance class. Instructor Mykl Werth will be on hand to keep a variety of music styles going and to give a little guidance if you wish. Singles and couples welcome. Wear slippery-soled shoes. Attend any scheduled Friday; as many as you like. 8 Fridays, May 6 -June 24 10 p.m.-Midnight Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Dance Master: Mykl Werth $5 per person, per class (pay at the door)

The Wedding Dance Congratulations, someone’s getting married! The date is approaching fast and you need a dance lesson. This one-night class is for the lucky bride and groom, parents, relatives, the entire wedding party, or anyone simply attending a wedding celebration who needs some serious help before the big day. Learn basic moves and how to connect with your partner so you’ll be able to dance to any kind of music. Use these newly learned moves to feel comfortable while still looking good. Wear slippery-soled shoes. Note: couple discount is not available if registering online. Option 1: Sun., May 8 Code: 2248 Option 2: Sun., June 5 Code: 2249 5-8 p.m. Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 Instructor: Mykl Werth $29 each option, per individual; or $49 per couple

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fitness Yoga & WELLNESS

Yoga Fitness Martial Arts Wellness

Yoga Beginning Yoga This course provides a great overview of yoga—a holistic experience benefiting the body, mind, and spirit. The focus of the practice is to bring balance in all aspects of life. Learn basic concepts and techniques that you can incorporate into your life. Yoga reminds us that life is a stretch on all levels, and regular practice builds both inner and outer strength. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Option 1: 9 Mon., Code: 2250 June 20-Aug. 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (no class July 4) Option 2: 9 Wed., Code: 2252 June 22-Aug. 17, 10-11 a.m. Option 3: 9 Thurs., Code: 2253 June 23-Aug. 18, 5:45-6:45 p.m. $99 each option All at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Michael Robold & Staff

Yoga—Beginning and Beyond

Kundalini Yoga Fire Series

Yoga works through awareness of the body, teaching balance and integration. Discover tools for greater physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through principles of breath awareness and deep muscle stretching, strengthening, and relaxation. Beginners and those who have been introduced to yoga are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Option 1: 9 Tues., Code: 2254 June 21-Aug. 16, 5:15-6:30 p.m. Instructor: Michael Robold & Staff $119 Option 2: 9 Fri., Code: 2255 June 24-Aug. 19, 5:15-6:45 p.m. Instructor: Libby Robold $139 Option 3: 9 Sat., Code: 2256 June 25-Aug. 20, 9-10:30 a.m. Instructor: Michael Robold & Staff $139 All at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street)

Through a series of dynamic movements, you will gradually raise your Kundalini energy and internal heat to release body tension, clear your mind, and provide an overall feeling of strength, flexibility, and resiliency. The series is powerful but not extreme and can be performed by anyone in good physical condition. 9 Thurs., Code: 2258 June 23-Aug. 18, 6:45-8:15 p.m. Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Libby Robold $139

Sunrise Flow Yoga An energetic “wake me, shake me” flow of yoga postures arranged in an intelligent sequence, transitioning from one to the next, steadily builds in intensity, creating strength and flexibility while quieting the mind. Learn to use the breath to maximize your potential on all levels. This class is for continuing yoga students and wellconditioned, athletic individuals. Code: 2257 9 Tues., June 21-Aug. 16 7:30-8:30 a.m. Instructor: Libby Robold Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) $99

Yoga for Arthritis and Stiff Bodies Come learn easy, helpful techniques of yoga for arthritis and general stiffness. In this session, arthritis will be looked at from the perspective of balancing the “energy body.” Aside from being helpful for those suffering from arthritis, those who are very stiff from athletics, constant travel, repetitive motion on the job, and high stress can benefit from this special therapeutic class. Wear comfortable clothing. For beginning students and those who have taken yoga before. 9 Fri., Code: 2259 June 24-Aug. 19, 1-2:30 p.m. Instructor: Libby Robold Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) $185 ($150 with LIFE Discount)

Lifelong

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Bikram Yoga

Beginning Yoga This gentle beginning yoga class is the perfect way to enhance your summer yoga practice. If you are new to yoga or want to re-commit to a regular practice of yoga, this is the perfect class for you. With classes held two mornings a week for eight weeks, you will find yourself renewed, refreshed and ready to face the sun and fun of Northern Michigan! Bring a mat and firm blanket; and wear comfortable, loose, layered clothing. 8 Wed. & Fri. Code: 1980 June 15-Aug. 5, 8-9:50 a.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Diane Samarasinghe $213

Meditation: Beginning and Advancing An important and widely recommended part of a healthy lifestyle— even brief periods of meditation practice can reduce the effects of stress, boost immune function, improve overall health, and help balance emotions. Class includes seated meditation techniques, breath exercise and discussion around the meditation experience, and the maturing of the mind. Class is taught seated in a chair and beginning students are welcome! 8 Wed., Code: 2260 July 6-Aug. 24, 12-12:45 p.m. Crooked Tree Yoga Studio inside Epiphany Salon (M-72 in Acme) Instructor: Margaret Bennett $69

Treat yourself to a holistic yoga experience. Bikram Yoga is an excellent workout, and in only 90 minutes it detoxifies the body. It also helps still the mind by emphasizing meditation, and the importance of being present in your life. The original Hot Yoga, 105 degrees, 26 poses and two breathing exercises. This class meets for 90 minutes, three times per week for 7.5 weeks on a flexible schedule. There are 26 class meeting times throughout the week, all with supportive, passionate and professionally trained yoga teachers. Classes are offered during the daytime, evening, and weekends. Call (231) 3924798 for details. Pre-requisite: good heart health; participants should not be pregnant. Mandatory orientations are required for new and returning Bikram Yoga students. Orientation is REQUIRED for NEW Bikram Yoga students on Wednesday, May 4 for the class that begins May 4; and Wed., June 15 for the class that begins June 15; both 3:00 pm at Bikram Yoga Studio (845 S. Garfield Ave., next to Agave Restaurant).; contact Bikram Yoga Studio at (231) 392-4798 with questions if unsure if you must attend orientation. The June 15 option may also be taken for credit. Option 1: May 4-June 25 Code: 2329 $159 Option 2: June 15-Aug. 8 Code: 1981 $214 Bikram Studio, 845 S. Garfield Ave., next to Agave Restaurant Instructor: Brandon Kietzman & Staff

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Fitness Create your own customized workout routine. With the new and improved Forever Fit classes, you choose how many days per week you want to attend and pick the types of workouts you like best.

Forever Fit — Summer Sessions June 14 – August 12 For all ages and fitness levels. Choose the early start date (June 14) or the later start date (June 27). Both cost the same, so by beginning June 14, you receive 2 weeks free. Or you may sign up for a specific class with its specific dates and times—these individual classes are listed on next page. Continue to improve your fitness this summer with these flexible times and fitness options! For less than $5 an hour (best price around), we’ll help you achieve your fitness goals. The American Council on Exercise recommends some form of physical activity daily to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Over the course of a week, activity should include aerobics, resistance training, core, and flexibility activities—and our classes offer that! Forever Fit’s guided classes offer lots of options to fit your interests and schedule. Pick and choose classes from the choices shown to suit your busy life by selecting what works best for you on a given day. Sign up for the number of hours per week you wish to participate in class, and then attend the days and times your schedule allows. The more you participate, the more you benefit. Class days/times subject to change as enrollment fluctuates. The Forever Fit package has 121 hours of available exercise classes for you! Summer Session: 7 or 9 weeks, Start June 14 or June 27 through Aug. 12 1-2 hours a week: $89 ($76 with LIFE Discount) Code: 2261 3-4 hours a week: $119 ($100 with LIFE Discount) Code: 2262 5-6 hours a week: $149 ($124 with LIFE Discount) Code: 2263

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“Those who think they have no time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness.”

—Edward Stanley

Weekly Schedule Starting June 14, 2016 Tuesday: 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Aerobic Dance (PE120) Wednesday: 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Fitness Ball (Gym) 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Yoga for 50+ (Gym) Thursday: 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Aerobic Dance (PE120) Friday: 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Fitness Ball (Gym) 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Yoga for 50+ (Gym) Weekly Schedule Starting June 27, 2016 Monday: 4:45 a.m.-5:35 a.m.: Weight Strengthening (PE206) 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Total Barre (PE120) Tuesday: 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Total Barre (PE120) 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Gentle Pilates (Gym) 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Aerobic Dance (PE120) Wednesday: 4:45 a.m.-5:35 a.m.: Weight Strengthening (PE206) 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Weight Strengthening (PE206) 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Fitness Ball (Gym) 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Yoga for 50+ (Gym) Thursday: 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Total Barre (PE120) 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Gentle Pilates (Gym) 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Aerobic Dance (PE120) Friday: 4:45 a.m.-5:35 a.m.: Weight Strengthening (PE206) 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Weight Strengthening (PE206) 7:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.: Fitness Ball (Gym) 8:45 a.m.-9:35 a.m.: Yoga for 50+ (Gym)

Fitness Ball

Weight Strengthening

Gentle Pilates

Are you noticing that your balance is challenged? Integrating the principles of pilates while using a large fitness ball is a perfect way to increase your body’s awareness in space while working in three dimensions. Increase your balance strength, stabilization, and endurance. Bring a fitness mat. 9 Wed. & Fri., Code: 2264 June 15-Aug. 12 7:45-8:35 a.m. Phys. Ed. Gym Instructor: Dorothy Eisenstein $89 ($76 with LIFE Discount)

Optimum physical well-being is achieved through an exercise program that includes cross-training. Aerobic forms of exercise are not enough to keep the body well-conditioned; research shows the need for the addition of weight strengthening to our weekly exercise. This program focuses on all major muscle groups resulting in increased strength, better posture, greater mobility, improved metabolism, and a slowing of the development of osteoporosis. Workout is 50 minutes. Option 1: 7 weeks, Code: 2267 Mon/Wed/Fri June 27-Aug. 12 (no class July 4) 4:45-5:35 a.m. Instructor: Maggie Quinn $119 ($100 with LIFE Discount)

Exercises are designed to restore the natural curves of the spine and rebalance the muscles around the joint. This involves placing more emphasis on pelvic and scapular stabilization and integration of all the parts of the body into one. STOTT Pilates incorporates modern exercise principles, and applies proven and accepted practices in biomechanics, rehabilitation and athletic performance enhancement. Results include improved flexibility, mobility, core strength, and overall well-being. Bring a mat. 7 Tues. & Thurs, Code: 2273 June 28-Aug. 11 8:45-9:35 a.m. (no class Aug. 2) Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Maggie Quinn $89 ($76 with LIFE Discount)

Yoga for 50+ You’ll love these exercises that are designed specifically for those age 50+. Yoga improves flexibility, strength, posture and balance, and provides a sense of physical and spiritual wellness. Yoga for 50+ is designed for people of any level of physical ability who prefer a more mindful and mild approach, while getting positive physical and mental changes. Wear comfortable clothing for movement. 9 Wed. & Fri., Code: 2265 June 15-Aug. 12 8:45-9:35 a.m. Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Dorothy Eisenstein $89 ($76 with LIFE Discount)

Total Barre™ Get fit and stay active with Total Barre™, a high-energy program that focuses on strength, flexibility, stamina, and dynamic stability. It combines elements from Pilates, dance, cardio, and strength training—and it’s fun! You’ll use the ballet barre and small equipment. Bring a mat to class. 7 Mon/Tues/Thurs, Code: 2266 June 27-Aug. 11 7:45-8:35 a.m. (no class July 4) Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Maggie Quinn $119 ($100 with LIFE Discount)

Option 2: 7 weeks Code: 2268 Wed. & Fri., June 29-Aug. 12 7:45-8:35 a.m. Instructor: Maribel LaLonde $89 ($76 with LIFE Discount) All in NMC Fitness Center (Phys. Ed. Rm. 206)

Aerobic Dance™ So you want to dance! Jackie Sorensen’s Aerobic Dance is the longest running aerobic program in the country. It’s choreographed for the nondancer, although you will feel like a dancer while strengthening your core and cardiovascular system and firming your body. Combines Latin, ballroom, and jazz using contemporary music and is taught low and high impact. Bring a fitness mat. Code: 2269 9 Tues. & Thurs. June 14-Aug. 11 8:45-9:35 a.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Terry Tarnow $89 ($76 with LIFE Discount)

Fitness Classes A to Z: Aerobic Dance....................p. 25 Core and More...................p. 26 Cycling......................................p. 26 Dance........................................p. 21 Evening HIIT..........................p. 26 Fitness Ball..............................p. 25 Fitness Center .....................p. 27 Forever Fit..............................p. 24 Gentle Pilates ......................p. 25 Noon HIIT..............................p. 26 Total Barre..............................p. 25 TRX............................................p. 26 Weight Strengthening......p. 25 Yoga............................................p. 22

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Noon HIIT— Interval Training Want to burn more calories, lose more fat and improve your cardiovascular fitness by just exercising 35 minutes? High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a specialized form of interval training that involves short periods of maximum intensity exercise separated by periods of low to moderate intensity exercise. Briefly pushing yourself beyond the upper limit of your aerobic exercise zone offers several advantages over traditional steady-state exercise: increases calorie burn during and after each session; and increases fat-burning potential by boosting your resting metabolism for up to 24 hours. Summer sessions sometimes take place outside in the fresh air, weather dependent. Bring water, fitness mat, and a towel. Option 1: 7 weeks, Code: 2276 Tues. & Thurs., May 17-June 30 12:10-12:45 p.m. Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 $115 Option 2: 6 weeks, Code: 2277 Tues. & Thurs., July 5-Aug. 11 12:10-12:45 p.m. $99 Instructor: Katie Tomczyk Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120

Evening HIIT— Interval Training Too busy to workout during the day? No more excuses with this 35-minute High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) starting at 5:45 pm. Leave work, work out and still be home in time for a healthy dinner. With HIIT you burn more calories, lose more fat, and improve your cardiovascular fitness in just 35-minutes! New to HIIT?—no problem, individuals work at your own pace, each reaching your full potential. Bring water, a fitness mat, and a towel. 8 Wed., Code: 2278 June 22-Aug. 10, 5:45-6:20 p.m. Instructor: Laura Matchett Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 $69

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Core and More Make the most of your lunchtime with a great workout. Pilates and yoga-style exercises build major core strength. Exercises target all major muscle groups with a concentration on glutes, hips, back, and abdominals. Yoga-style stretching helps improve range of motion in the body. The stronger the core, the more fluid the motion. Bring light weights and a mat. Option 1: 7 Tues. & Thurs. Code: 2289 May 17-June 30, 1:45-2:35 p.m. University Center Rm. 216 Option 2: 7 Tues. & Thurs. Code: 2291 July 12-Aug. 25, 1:45-2:35 p.m. University Center Rm. 216 Instructor: Ben Kelly $125 each option

Cycling (Spinning) This indoor cycling class provides a fun and challenging cardiovascular workout for all fitness levels. Cycling will enhance your speed, strength and stamina, improve your overall physical health, and increase your caloric burn. Cardiovascular training such as cycling can reduce symptoms of stress, depression, anxiety, and insomnia. We’ll cycle to energizing and inspiring music. Appropriate for beginners to advanced cyclists. Option 1: 5 Mon. Code: 2283 May 16-June 13, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Instructor: Cody Sovis Code: 2284 Option 2: 5 Wed., May 18-June 15 5:30-6:30 p.m. Instructor: Wes Sovis Code: 2285 Option 3: 5 Mon. June 27-July 25, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Instructor: Cody Sovis Option 4: 5 Wed., June 29-July 27 5:30-6:30 p.m. Instructor: Wes Sovis

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All options at Yen Yoga and Fitness (332 E. Front St., TC) $79 each option

TRX – Suspension Training All core, all the time! This is a highintensity interval and cardio training class. Have fun and challenge your heart rate with a dynamic blend of cardio exercises, then move to the TRX straps for a round of intense strength work. Suspension training gives participants an edge over conventional strength training. TRX leverages gravity and body weight, allowing for the participant to control the intensity of each exercise. Additionally, this training allows for the development of truly functional strength and improved flexibility, balance, endurance, and core stability all at once. All levels welcome; modifications always provided. Option 1: 5 Tues., Code: 2279 May 17-June 14 5:15-6:15 p.m. Option 2: 5 Thurs., May 19-June 16 5:15-6:15 p.m.

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Option 3: 5 Tues., June 28-July 26 5:15-6:15 p.m.

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Option 4: 5 Thurs., Code: 2282 June 30-July 28 5:15-6:15 p.m. All options at Yen Yoga and Fitness (332 E. Front St., TC) Instructor: Stacy Jago $79 each option

Martial Arts Tae Kwon Do (Karate) I In this joint offering, you’ll become acquainted with the philosophy of Tae Kwon Do (karate), and learn basic blocks, punches, kicks, stances, and self-defense techniques while developing self-awareness and confidence. All levels accommodated. Minimum age is 16 (youth course is available). 8 Tues. & Thurs., Code: 2171 June 14-Aug. 4, 5:30-7:20 p.m. Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Doug Mehl $213

Wellness

Meditation: Beginning and Advancing

Kick-start Your Health

An important and widely recommended part of a healthy lifestyle— even brief periods of meditation practice can reduce the effects of stress, boost immune function, improve overall health, and help balance emotions. Class includes seated meditation techniques, breath exercise and discussion around the meditation experience, and the maturing of the mind. Class is taught seated in a chair and beginning students are welcome! 8 Wed., Code: 2260 July 6-Aug. 24, 12-12:45 p.m. Crooked Tree Yoga Studio inside Epiphany Salon (M-72 in Acme) Instructor: Margaret Bennett $69

Get the kick-start you need whether you are looking to jumpstart a weight loss program or want to learn more about the benefits of a plant-based diet. In five short weeks, you’ll get nutrition education, food demonstrations, menu planning, and grocery shopping tips, and the encouragement and camaraderie to make better food choices to get your body on the fast track to better health. This program— developed by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine—has helped people drop weight, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, improve blood sugar, and more. 5 Thurs., May 12-June 9 Code: 2297 6-7:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Sherry Davis $79

Reflexology for Life Are your feet trying to tell you something? Learn how your feet can help you improve your overall health as you explore the basics of reflexology. Discover techniques that will improve blood flow, reduce stress and pain, and rejuvenate tired hands and feet. Try your hand at reflexology after you have an opportunity to observe the techniques. It has been accepted as an important adjunct for healthcare. Because practice is an integral part of this learning experience, you may want to register with a friend. Wear loose fitting clothes and bring a pillow, small towel, and talcum powder. Thurs., Aug. 25 Code: 2298 6-8 p.m. University Center Rm. 214 Instructor: Leslie Friend $35

NMC Fitness Center Membership Get your fitness program on track in air-conditioned comfort! Begin with a fitness analysis and instruction in proper use of all equipment which includes weight machine stations, cardio equipment, and dumbbells. You can also receive an orientation to circuit training. Locker rooms with showers are available. Call the center located in Phys. Ed. Rm. 206 at 9951379 to schedule your pesonalized analysis and orientation appointment (required) prior to your first workout session. Begin a membership anytime. NMC student rates and monthly rates available, call 995-1700 for details. May 1-Aug. 31 open hours: Mon. through Thurs., 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Fri., 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

Start anytime!

Annual Membership: $200 ($172 with LIFE Discount) 4-Month Membership: $100 ($86 with LIFE Discount)

Code: 2275 Code: 2274

• Life Fitness Circuit Stations • Spin bikes • TVs to keep you moving • Low membership prices!

Personal Trainer option Need extra focus for reaching your fitness goals? Get personalized 50-minute training sessions with highly qualified, certified personal trainers. Ages 17 to 90+. Call 995-1700 to register for 10 sessions for $350 or 6 sessions for $225. Academic student rates are available. NMC Fitness Center membership required. www.nmc.edu/ees

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professional Development Social Media for the Workplace Small Business/Entrepreneur Careers & Certifications Online Courses Data Analysis Legal Studies Management

Social Media for the Workplace Introduction to Social Media Marketing Whether you’re just getting started in social media or have already started exploring, this course provides a solid launch pad. We’ll cover best practices and discuss strategies for some of the more popular platforms: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Google Reviews. We’ll help you determine which social media platforms are ideal for your business. Get ideas on how to manage your social media efforts and leave with actionable takeaways to help your business grow and succeed! Mon., May 23 Code: 2174 1-4 p.m. Great Lakes Campus Rm. 211 Instructor: John Petrovich $49

Facebook, Twitter, and Google for Business Have you been dabbling in social media for a while now and understand the opportunity but have yet to truly leverage it? Are you ready to take it up a notch? Take a deeper dive into Facebook, Twitter and Google—to help grow your business and your brand. Learn how to create quality content and leverage advertising to get that message in front of your best audience. Make sure you’re taking advantage of Google Reviews. Leave with actionable takeaways to help your business thrive! Mon., June 27 Code: 2175 1-4 p.m. Great Lakes Campus Rm. 211 Instructor: John Petrovich $49

Teacher Recertification

Teachers and K-12 Educators

NMC is an Apple Authorized Training Center Northwestern Michigan College is a licensed Apple Authorized Training Center (AATC) offering Audio Production and Film Editing training for certification in Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro. An AAS Degree in Audio Technology and Visual Communications is also available. Details at nmc.edu/apple.

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Earn your Michigan State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECH) with convenient $99 online courses: A to Z Grant Writing Empowering Students with Disabilities Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Maximum Student Achievement Solving Classroom Discipline Problems Teaching Smarter w/Smart Boards Teaching Students with ADHD Understanding Adolescents and many more!

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Small Business/ Entrepreneur Get the skills and expertise you need to finance, market, and manage your business endeavor with short, information-packed courses. NMC partners with area business people to bring you upto-date information and skills. Starting a Business Workshop Are you in the beginning stages of starting a business, in need of capital, or simply considering self-employment? This fast-paced introductory session helps you assess your ability to lead and mange a company and evaluate market and sales potential for your product/service. Start-up costs, financing options, and business planning are introduced, along with necessary steps to get started. The $39 cost of this class is entirely underwritten by Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Registration is required. Tues., May 24 Code: 2177 1-3:30 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Staff Free of charge, but pre-registration is required

Introduction to QuickBooks/ QuickBooks Pro Learn how to set up your company on QuickBooks for your small business accounting. You’ll learn to create invoices, receipts, and statements, track your payables, inventory, and receivables, create estimates, and generate reports. See page 37 for details.

Trade and Craft Show Selling You have signed up to participate in a Festival, Trade, or Craft Show, now what? Discover time-tested strategies to get your money’s worth out of the event. Learn how to successfully set up a booth, the best prospecting methods, and how to avoid traps that commonly waste time and energy at an event. Pick up tips on how to leverage your involvement before and after the event. This is a perfect prep for the upcoming season of shows. Tues., April 26 Code: 3528 6-8 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 224 Instructor: Rachel North $39

Email Campaigns— Best Practices Discover how to manage your email list and design emails like a pro, using inexpensive MailChimp. It’s free for lists under 2,000 names! Rachel North, MyNorth Media’s email guru, shares tips for linking photos, writing engaging copy and subject lines, and more. Find out how to obtain and maintain a healthy subscriber list and make the best use of it. Learn how to encourage folks to click and how to get the most from the reports. Basic computer skills required. Thurs., May 26 Code: 2180 6-8:30 p.m. Univer. Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Rachel North $49

Careers and Certifications Become a Certified Personal Trainer—ACE Gain essential knowledge and practical skills to become an entry-level fitness trainer. Through classroom and fitness center time, learn guidelines for instructing safe, effective, and purposeful exercise, essentials of the client-trainer relationship, conducting fitness assessments, and designing and implementing appropriate exercise programming. Course materials are from the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Upon successful completion, you will receive an NMC Certificate of Completion, 3.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), CPR certification, and be prepared to take the ACE national exam. The 36-hour training meets evenings and weekends. Price does not include the text, “Essentials of Exercise Science for Fitness Professionals” (available at the NMC bookstore) or the certification exam. For details, email Zack Light at jlight@nmc.edu. Testing information at www.nmc.edu/ees. Meets 8 days, Code: 3522 Thurs., May 19 through Thurs., May 26 Weeknights: 5-9 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 202 Instructor: Zack Light $385 (does not include text or exam)

NMC Testing Center

Professional and Workplace Certifications

For info on specific testing and exams, visit www.nmc.edu/testing or contact David Crawford at (231) 995-2257 or dcrawford@nmc.edu

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TIPS—Alcohol Server Awareness Training

Online Courses

Instant Italian

To work in the hospitality industry, the state recommends that employees be alcohol server certified. TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) is a skills-based training program that focuses on the responsible service, sale, and consumption of alcohol. Alcohol management protects the employees, licensees, and public. The 5-hour program is designed for supervisors and front-of-the-house staff at restaurants, wineries, and other hospitality establishments. Class includes all materials, testing, and certification that is valid for three years. Register 3 or more employees at the same time from one business and save $5 on each registration. Discount is not available if registering online. Mon., June 13 Code: 2176 4-9 p.m. Great Lakes Campus Rm. 251 Instructor: Patty Cron-Huhta $59

Online Education with NMC Extended Education It’s easy to find an online class that suits your interests. Start dates vary with some starting anytime and others starting on specific dates.

You’ll learn how to ask directions, book a room, order a meal, and much more in Italian! Phonetic spellings of each word and phrase make mastering pronunciation a breeze. The course audio lets you hear and practice Italian with a simple click. This 6-week online course is offered monthly. For more information or to register, go to ed2go.com/nmc. $99

(Online)

Cyber Security for Managers

(Online) Cyber security issues affect nearly every part of our business and work, from online banking and education to Facebook and Wi-Fi. Get up to date on Cyber Security basics and fundamentals. Designed for non-technical managers, directors and others in the workplace, you’ll learn about threats and vulnerabilities, safeguards, common attacks, viruses, malware and spyware, disaster recovery planning, intrusion detection/prevention, basic security architecture, introductory forensics, and cyber terrorism. By the end, you’ll have the knowledge needed to safeguard your business and work information. Average time online is 16 hours. 4 weeks, July 5-29 Code: 2181 Registration deadline: July 8 Instructor: Stan Waddell $195

Management Boot Camp

(Online) Enhance your management skills through this course for supervisors, managers, and emerging leaders. Nothing creates success like a solid foundation. Discover the keys for effectively managing and motivating employees. Find out how to create clear expectations, and increase your effectiveness through use of the DiSC personality profile (included). By the end, you’ll be managing like a pro—quickly and with confidence. A UGotClass online course. 4 weeks Code: 2182 June 6-July 1 Registration deadline: June 10 Instructor: Sally Klauss $295

NMC Continuing Education // Find It Here Bachelor’s Programs Master’s Programs Doctoral Program Continuing Education

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Spanish for Medical Professionals

(Online) Are you frustrated by the communication gap that can occur between you and your Spanish-speaking patients? If you answered yes, this Spanish class - designed specifically for healthcare professionals - will help you bridge that gap. You will practice the basic, practical language skills needed to effectively communicate with your Spanish-speaking patients and their families. You will learn the basics of the language, gain an understanding of the culture, and know how to ask the questions crucial to quality healthcare. Whether you speak some Spanish and need a refresher, or speak no Spanish, you will complete the course with the skills you will need to effectively communicate with your Spanish-speaking patients. Average time online is 16 hours. 4 weeks, July 5-29 Code: 2172 Registration deadline: July 8 Instructor: Cristina Sempe $145

Home Inspection Training

(Online) Prepare for a career as a home inspector with this comprehensive 10-course training program. Endorsed by the American Society of Home Inspectors, the series provides the technical skills and expertise needed to succeed in the Home Inspection field. Courses include: Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing, Exterior, Electrical, Structure, Insulation and Interior, Roofing, and more. For details and to register, please go to nmc.edu/eesonline. $425 per course.

Browse a sampling of online courses here. Find hundreds more at nmc.edu/ees-online

Self-Paced SAT Test Preparation

(for High School Sophomores and Juniors)

(Online) NMC’s new online SAT® prep program in partnership with Cambridge Education Services allows students to prep for this high-stakes exam over a 5-month time period. Students can work on their own, at their own pace, and when their schedule allows. All the lessons, quizzes, tests, and strategies are online. The course includes 30 sessions and focuses on ALL SAT subject areas (English, math, reading, and science). Students take practice tests as well as have an opportunity to go into all sections of the test to learn tips and hints, take quizzes for practice, and have a plan to successfully raise their scores on the SAT. You will have five months to complete it. Code: 2173 Start anytime Call (231) 995-1700 to register $295

Start Your Own Consulting Practice

(Online) From start-up to taxes, learn the process of starting and operating a consulting practice, including licensing, legalities, record-keeping, and tax issues. For complete description and to register, go to ed2go.com/nmc. $99

Fundamentals of Real Estate— Comprehensive Study

(Online) Learn the fundamentals of real estate on your own time and at your own pace with this comprehensive online course. Successful completion satisfies the education requirement and qualifies you to take State of Michigan Real Estate Salesperson’s License exam. Topics include contracts, liens, title and title transfer, leasing, land use and taxation, Michigan law, Civil Rights and fair housing, the Americans with Disabilities Act, finance, and more. Course includes the text Michigan Real Estate: Principles and Practices. Registration is completed online only. Enroll any time at nmc. edu/ees-online. $299

Online Career Training Available Dozens of courses are available in the following in-demand occupations at http://careertraining.ed2go.com/nmc/ • Health Care and Medical Coding • Business and Professional • Information Technology • Software Development • Management • Media and Design • Skilled Trades

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Data Analysis

Advanced Data Analysis

Paralegal Certificate Course

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NMC has partnered with UGotClass to bring high-quality, affordable online coursework in data analysis.

Take the guesswork out of important company decisions and make decisions based on statistically significant information. Whether your business is large or small, this class will take you to the next level where important decision-making is concerned. 4 weeks, Aug. 1-26 Code: 2190 Registration deadline: Aug. 5 Instructor: Mary Dereshiwsky $195

Gain comprehensive knowledge of the judicial system and practical skills in this 2-part course. Designed as preparation for work as a paralegal or as continuing education if you are an advanced legal worker. Learn how to assist trial attorneys, interview witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law, and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation. Upon successful completion of both sections, you will be awarded a Paralegal Certificate from NMC. Offered in partnership with the Center for Legal Studies. Full details including text requirements and syllabus are available at www.legalstudies.com. Internet and word processing are the only tech requirements. 14 weeks Code: 2194 (two 7-week sessions) May 2-Aug. 12 $1289

Introduction to Data Analysis

(Online) Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions. This course will give you a basic understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting. Businesses look for candidates with an understanding of how to analyze the data they have been collecting; this course will help you start on that journey. 4 weeks, June 6-July 1 Code: 2186 Registration deadline: June 10 Instructor: John Rutledge $195

Intermediate Data Analysis

(Online) Many of your business decisions involve comparing groups for differences. For example, would men and women prefer different product features? In addition, you may look at relationships between variables. Does product recognition relate to subsequent product purchase? This Intermediate Data Analysis course will introduce you to the statistics behind these group differences and relationships. In addition, you’ll learn how to work with ratings, graphs and userfriendly reports of statistical results. 4 weeks, July 5-29 Code: 2188 Registration deadline: July 8 Instructor: Mary Dereshiwsky $195

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(Online) This certificate is comprised of the three preceding courses, “Intro to Data Analysis”, “Intermediate Data Analysis”, and “Advanced Data Analysis.” See course descriptions of all three for details. Three one-month courses Code: 2185 12 weeks, June 6-Aug. 26 Registration deadline: June 10 $495 for all three

Legal Studies Legal Secretary Certificate Course

(Online) Whether you are preparing for work in a law office or have experience, you will gain essential skills to be efficient and effective. Topics include: legal terminology, process, jurisdiction, ethics, filing procedures, billing, accounting, records management, legal research, written communication and much more. Offered in partnership with the Center for Legal Studies. NMC awards the certificate upon successful completion. Required textbooks are listed and available through CLS, $89, (www.legalstudies.com). Internet and word processing are the only tech requirements. 7 weeks, Code: 2192 June 27-Aug. 12 $645

Management Intro to Condominium Association Management: Legal Essentials and More Need-to-know information in a morning—designed for board members, managers, developers, and association members. Guided by Robert Meisner, prominent condominium attorney, explore the many legal issues involved in the successful operation of an association. Get up-to-date information including: liability issues and how to avoid problems, successful enforcement of bylaws, handling violations, fiduciary duties, delinquent accounts, reserve accounts management, and dealing with the developer. You’ll also get tips on running successful membership meetings. All this and still time for your questions and concerns. Sat., May 7, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 3925 University Center Rm. 207 Instructor: Robert Meisner $89 per individual ($79 per person when two or more from the same organization enroll at the same time)

Courses on this page are offered by NMC Training Services – to enroll, call 995-2218 Delegating Effectively Successful delegation streamlines workload and therefore increases time for essential leadership tasks. It also serves as an important employee development tool to build confidence and motivate staff. Call NMC Training Services at (231) 995-2218 to register or for more information. Fri., May 27 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101/103 (2600 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Betsy Williams $95 To enroll call 995-2218

Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving Frustrated from dealing with the same problems in your workplace over and over again? Have good people working in broken systems? Want to engage in continuous improvement, but don’t have the time? Learn some basic tools to start implementing a continuous improvement system and process. Call NMC Training Services at (231) 995-2218 to register or for more information. Fri., June 3 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101/103 Instructor: Heather Fraizer $95 To enroll call 995-2218

Managing Conflict Beneficial for employees either leading and/or working in teams. Participants will use strategies to prevent unnecessary conflict; build collaborative agreements; determine when and how to intervene in an employee conflict; build trust, commitment, and accountability in teams; and finally manage change; and address resistance effectively. Call NMC Training Services at (231) 995-2218 to register or for more information. Fri., June 24 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101/103 Instructor: Cindy Daniel $95 To enroll call 995-2218

NMC TRAINING SERVICES

Continuous Improvement – How can we help you? Where are you or your business in your professional development journey? Gain new skills or sharpen those you currently have with NMC Training Services. Training is offered, using our proven Active Learning Model, in a variety of ways from on-going scheduled classes to customized company training and individual coaching. Every learning opportunity is presented in an engaging way with measurable results.

What Types of Programs Do We Offer?

Contact us soon to discuss your training needs and the opportunity to design an individual professional development plan for you.

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Leadership & Team Skills Management & Strategy Deployment Lean Business Customer Service Computer Training Communication Skills

Why Our Services?

• We offer proven and effective courses. • We have the highest quality instructors. • We can design programs specific to your current needs. • We provide needs assessments to your organization.

Learn more about NMC Training Services at nmc.edu/training or contact Betsy Williams at ewilliams@nmc.edu or (231) 995-2018.

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energy &

construction

Energy Solar and Energy Storage Discover how solar power combined with new energy storage technology are drastically changing the way we get our power. Companies like Tesla Motors and Solar City are moving toward a new energy future where the sun charges batteries and the batteries run both the home and the cars. Examine the technology that enables this power revolution and understand the parts and components that make them work. Mon., May 16 Code: 2213 6:30-8:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Rm. 220 Instructor: Ced Currin $49

MREA Solar Site Assessment Certificate Program The Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) as part of the Midwest Solar Training Network has partnered with NMC to provide the Solar Site Assessment Certificate Program. Pre-requisites include: NMC - NABCEP Entry Level course or Intro to Solar Electric Power in column at right.

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Gain essential understanding and begin your study and training in the field of solar photovoltaic power production. Learn the basics of solar power and define the characteristics that enable power production. Course topics include: understanding solar radiation and the solar window, evaluating system types and their applications, identifying systems parts and components, and learning how systems operate. You will examine a residential homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s electrical load, review measures to maximize electric efficiency, and gain understanding of the essential steps required to evaluate a site for solar power production. This course is a prerequisite for the Solar Site Assessment Certificate program. Tues., June 7 Code: 2214 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Bill Queen $125

MIOSHA, Part 32: Aerial Work Platforms Learn to recognize the common hazards associated with aerial work platforms using case studies of actual accidents and photos of hazardous conditions. Gain understanding of MIOSHA Construction Safety Standards and how they apply to your work with aerial platforms. Discuss the importance of developing an accident prevention program and what it takes to develop an effective training program. Includes lunch. Check in begins at 8:30 a.m.; course begins at 9 a.m. Thurs., June 2 Code: 2169 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Check in at 8:30 a.m.) Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 Instructor: Paul Griggs $120

NMC Construction Programs Programs in HVAC, Electrical, Carpentry, Facilities Maintenance, and Renewable Energy are offered for academic credit. Find details at nmc.edu/technical or call (231) 995-2777.

TECHNOLOGY Mobile Technology Microsoft Office Other Topics Web Design

Mobile Technology Getting the Most Out of Your iPad The Apple iPad brings lightweight mobile computing that extends beyond the convenience of a laptop. See how iPads and iPhones can interact and increase your access to work, entertainment, information, and family. In this hands-on session, you’ll discover what it can do to replace your PC, how to access remote data, and download and use applications. Learn about connections like Bluetooth, WiFi and 3G, and how they improve your access to information, music, videos, and the world. Bring your iPad to class for hands-on experience. Tues., June 14 Code: 2187 9 a.m.-Noon University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Steve Stanton $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Get the Most from Your Android Tablet or Phone Android is the powerful system behind all mobile devices other than iPads and iPhones. Explore the ins and outs of Android technology for tablets and smart phones. Learn important navigation and operational tricks to use your device efficiently. You’ll discover setting options, identify function buttons, enter and share contacts, download programs, upload pictures, and navigate through programs and apps. Discover tips and techniques to get the most out of these powerful mobile devices. Bring your device to class for hands-on experience. Option 1: Wed., May 11 Code: 2183 1-4 p.m. University Center Rm. 204 Option 2: Wed., July 20 Code: 2184 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Scott Johnson $39 each option ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Part-Time Instructors Wanted

• SPANISH • HOME REPAIR/MAINT. • NIA EXERCISE • CALLIGRAPHY Email resume and letter with interest areas to ees@nmc.edu before May 27.

Getting the Most out of Your iPhone Explore the ins and outs of the iPhone. Learn how to use it as your calendar, your address book, your computer, and even your personal assistant. From the basics of identifying function buttons and settings to using Safari to access the internet and everything in between, you’ll discover tips and techniques to get the most out of this powerful smart phone. Bring your iPhone to class for handson experience. Thurs., June 9 Code: 2189 1-4 p.m. University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Steve Stanton $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Mastering iPhone/iPad Apps When you first got your new iPhone/ iPad, you found an overwhelming set of apps. There were apps for e-mail, surfing the web, calendars, contacts, texting, making and receiving phone calls, video chatting with Facetime, a camera with a photo gallery, weather, tracking stocks, using maps with GPS, and a lot more. Learn many tips and techniques for using these apps to their full potential. It’s helpful to have taken an iPad or iPhone class first, but not required. Bring your device to class for hands-on experience. Tues., May 17 Code: 2191 9 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Steve Stanton $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

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Microsoft Office Programs Microsoft Word Skills Refresher I Save time, effort, and frustration and enjoy new productivity skills gained in this course. Taught in a computer lab, you will focus on the Word skills that most employers will expect you to know. Discover the power and uses of the software while working through activities in our computer lab. Topics include: • Creating and formatting new documents • Learning to insert text, date & time, symbols, charts, tables, graphics, page breaks, and shapes • Learning to use basic format tools This is a great start toward using Microsoft Word with confidence. Uses Word 2013 version. Code: 2193 Tues. & Wed., May 31 & June 1, 1-4 p.m. University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Carol Taberski $89, includes text

Microsoft Excel 2013: Sorting, Filters, Pivot Tables Pivot tables and these other advanced features of Microsoft Excel are perfect if you create lists of information like inventories or download data from a database. Learn how to take large amounts of data and quickly pivot it into useful reports. Understand how to use Excel’s built in sorting, filtering, and pivot table features without difficulty and start using them immediately to more easily manage your large amounts of data. Basic Excel skills required. Tues., Aug. 16 Code: 2197 9 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Kevin Skarnulis $39

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2013 Discover the power of Excel. For beginners and basic users. Learn to set up new worksheets and chose a template that best represents your needs. Discover how to use new smart features that fill in data quickly reducing data entry time. Then gain experience entering, editing, sorting, filtering, formatting, and using graphics to represent your data. Enjoy the time you save and improved efficiency with your new skills. Option 1: 3 Wed., Code: 2195 May 25-June 8, 6-9 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Cathy Fairbanks Opt. 2: Mon/Tues/Wed Code: 2196 Aug. 8-10, 9 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Kevin Skarnulis $129 each option, includes text

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Other Computer Topics Introduction to Computers and Windows Summer Boot Camp Special Offer! Sign up with a friend or co-worker and get 50% off the 2nd person’s registration. Designed for beginners seeking essential entry-level workforce-level skills. You’ll learn your way around the computer, its components, keyboard, and mouse operations. Become familiar with the desktop, icons, and menu system. Learn to adjust settings, create files and folders, and use shortcuts. Be introduced to a variety of accessories including Paint, NotePad, WordPad, and the calculator. This course, or equivalent knowledge, is needed for all other computer courses. Discounts not available if registering online. 4 days, Mon.-Thurs., Code: 2199 June 6-9 9 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Kevin Skarnulis $149, includes text ($121 with LIFE Discount)

Beginning Computers for PC Microsoft Excel 2013: Formatting Worksheets, Charts, and Graphics Are you bored with sleepy spreadsheets that all look the same? Tired of not getting your information across? Learn the ABC’s of using charts, graphs, fonts, borders, shading, and more to produce spreadsheets that communicate better and really get attention. Discover five formatting guidelines that apply to any worksheet. Leave with a pack of professional tips for brilliant, distinctive output every time, on every worksheet. Basic Excel skills required. Thurs., Aug. 18 Code: 2198 1-4 p.m., University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $39

If you are an occasional user, absolute beginner, or a novice needing a refresher, this hands-on class moves at a slower pace. We’ll take the mystery out of computers and explore common jargon, computer hardware, and the most popular software packages. Learn how to use the mouse and be introduced to basic Windows computer operations; manipulating text; cut, paste, and copy; and how to save your work using Microsoft Word. Gain the knowledge and confidence to grow your computer skills. 2 Thurs., May 19 & 26 Code: 2207 1-4 p.m. University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $69

Beginning Computers for Mac If you are an absolute beginner or a novice needing a refresher, this hands-on class takes the mystery out of computers and explores common jargon, computer hardware, and the most popular software packages for Macs. Learn how to use the mouse and be introduced to basic Mac IOS computer operations. Practice manipulating text, cutting, pasting, and copying, and learn how to save your work using Microsoft Word. Gain the knowledge and confidence to grow your computer skills. 2 Fri., May 20 & 27 Code: 2209 9 a.m.-noon, Fine Arts Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $69

Managing and Organizing Your Digital Photos If you are shooting digital photos, you need to know how to store, retrieve, and work with them on your computer. Learn how to keep them organized and pick up tips for basic photo editing in this hands-on workshop. Work with file management, naming conventions, digital camera memory, transferring photos, and basic functions of photo editing. Thurs., July 7 Code: 2203 9 a.m.-noon, Univer. Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Steve Stanton $45

Sell Like an eBay Pro Sell on eBay with confidence with this fun and practical workshop. Beginning with an overview of some eBay basics, you’ll walk through the process of selling safely and profitably. Discover important tips and tricks which will allow you to research your item’s potential value, write descriptions, post pictures, monitor bidding, and ship efficiently to maximize your success using eBay. Thurs., May 19 Code: 2202 5:30-8:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Chris Doyal $45

Find Quickbooks testing at nmc. edu/testing Introduction to QuickBooks/ QuickBooks Pro Learn how to set up your company on QuickBooks for your small business accounting. You’ll learn to create invoices, receipts, and statements, track your payables, inventory, and receivables, create estimates, and generate reports. Bring your questions about QuickBooks. Prerequisite: working knowledge of Windows and basic keyboarding skills. 4 Fri., Code: 2201 June 10-July 1 9 a.m.-noon Beckett Bldg. Rm. 202 Instructor: Holly Rudolph $175, includes text

Web Design Getting Started in Web Development Jump in and start on your path toward web page development. Through hands-on activities, you’ll work in teams to explore the logic and concepts important to constructing a website. Build fundamental understanding of the behind-the-screen aspects of the internet. Learn about the variety of programs, skills, and terminology required to get a page up and running. Leave with knowledge of the variety of paths you can take to become an expert in the growing field of web development. 3 Tues., June 7-21 Code: 2212 6-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Marco Cabrera $99

10 Things You Need to Know About Facebook Having trouble keeping up with the changes on Facebook? Review the top ten aspects every user needs to know about settings and use. Learn how to change your settings and optimize your account so it works for you. Discover security and operation settings that can impact your privacy and advanced features that allow you to connect to the world or to just your friends. For current Facebook users. Participants need to have a Facebook account; bring your login and password to class. Thurs., June 16 Code: 2211 1-4 p.m. University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $39

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Intro to Data Analysis

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For the Love of Garlic

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Power Foods for the Brain

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Future of Work in America

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Get the Most from iPhone

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NMC Health & Fitness Ctr

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Paralegal Cert. Course

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Introduction to Quickbooks

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Condo Assn Mgmnt: Legal

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Getting Most out of iPad

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The Wedding Dance

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Tastes of the Caribbean

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Forever Fit

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What’s In the World: Syria

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15-Jun

Essl Skills for Photograpy

p.4

JUNE COURSES

15-Jun

Fitness Ball

p.25

Yoga for 50+

p.25

9-May

America’s Boating Course

11-May Get Most-Android Phone

p.35

11-May Into the Wilderness

p.9

1-Jun

Gourmet Glamping

p.16

15-Jun

12-May Mountain Bike-Essl Skills

p.7

1-Jun

Insects and Bugs

p.10

16-Jun

10 Things to Know: Facebk

p.37

12-May Kick-start Your Health

p.27

1-Jun

Planning Affairs of Parent

p.20

16-Jun

Spanish for Travelers

p.18

p.10

16-Jun

Cupcakes: Sweet Inspir.

p.16

Native Trees and Shrubs

p.10

13-May Campus Day - (with lunch)

p.13

2-Jun

Assessing Water Quality

13-May Campus Day - (w/o lunch)

p.13

2-Jun

MIOSHA: Aerial Platforms

p.34

16-Jun

13-May Spring Wildflower Explor.

p.10

3-Jun

Social Partner Dancing

p.21

17-Jun

LIFE Luncheon: Child Choir

p.11

16-May Cycling (Spinning)

p.26

3-Jun

Continuous Improvement

p.33

18-Jun

Grasp: Reading (Gr. K-8)

p.65

p.16

18-Jun

Grasp: Math (Gr. K-8)

p.65

Grasp: Read/Math (Gr.K-8)

p.65

16-May Mah Jongg Madness

p.13

4-Jun

Whole Foods Workshop

16-May Solar and Energy Storage

p.34

5-Jun

The Wedding Dance

p.21

18-Jun

17-May Master iPhone/iPad Apps

p.35

6-Jun

Glass Fusion for Garden

p.3

19-Jun

Partner Dancing Made Easy

p.21

17-May Noon HIIT-Interval Training

p.26

6-Jun

Intro: Computers/Windows

p.36

20-Jun

Glass Mosaics

p.4

17-May TRX - Suspension Training

p.26

6-Jun

Certificate in Data Analysis

p.32

17-May Core and More

p.26

17-May Golf Fundamentals

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JULY COURSES

20-Jun

Sausage Making Workshop

p.17

5-Jul

Spanish for Medical Profl

p.31

20-Jun

Beginning Yoga

p.22

5-Jul

Cyber Security for Managers

p.30

20-Jun

Field Botany for Naturalist

p.11

5-Jul

Intermediate Data Analysis

p.32

21-Jun

The Summer Sketch Book

p.3

5-Jul

Noon HIIT-Interval Training

p.26

21-Jun

Yoga Beginning & Beyond

p.22

5-Jul

Gentle Yoga

p.13

21-Jun

Sunrise Flow Yoga

p.22

6-Jul

Meditation: Beg. & Adv.

p.27

21-Jun

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s In the World: Pres.

p.19

7-Jul

Managing Digital Photos

p.37

22-Jun

Drops of Light Photography

p.4

11-Jul

Pizza, Focaccia, Savory Tarts

p.17

22-Jun

Beginning Yoga

p.22

11-Jul

Sailing

p.8

22-Jun

Evening HIIT-Intvl Training

p.26

12-Jul

Core and More

p.26

23-Jun

Beginning Yoga

p.22

13-Jul

Just for the Halibut

p.17

23-Jun

Kundalini Yoga Fire Series

p.22

13-Jul

N Michigan Geology

p.11

24-Jun

Yoga Beginning & Beyond

p.22

14-Jul

Instant Film Photo Prints

p.5

24-Jun

Yoga: Arthritis/Stiff Bodies

p.22

18-Jul

A Taste of Italy: Primi

p.18

24-Jun

Managing Conflict

p.33

19-Jul

The Savvy Film Viewer

p.13

25-Jun

Art of Handmade Broom

p.20

20-Jul

Photography: Field Exper.

p.5

25-Jun

Yoga Beginning & Beyond

p.22

20-Jul

Metal Shop-Welding Basics

p.6

26-Jun

Build an Earth (Cob) Oven

p.21

20-Jul

Get Most-Android Phone

p.35

27-Jun

Facebook, Twitter, Google

p.28

21-Jul

Cooking with Kids

p.15

27-Jun

Legal Secretary Certificate

p.32

26-Jul

Thai Cooking at Home

p.18

27-Jun

Total Barre

p.25

AUGUST COURSES

27-Jun

Weight Strengthening

p.25

1-Aug

Advanced Data Analysis

p.32

27-Jun

Cycling (Spinning)

p.26

3-Aug

Partner Dancing Made Easy

p.21

28-Jun

Discover Watercolor Paint

p.3

8-Aug

Intro Microsoft Excel 2013

p.36

28-Jun

Indian Inspired Cuisine

p.17

9-Aug

Farm-Fresh Cooking

p.18

28-Jun

TRX - Suspension Training

p.26

16-Aug Excel 2013: Sorting, Filters

p.36

28-Jun

Gentle Pilates

p.25

18-Aug Excel 2013: Formatting

p.36

29-Jun

White/Bright Floral Photog

p.5

24-Aug Canning, Freezing

p.18

29-Jun

Weight Strengthening

p.25

25-Aug Reflexology for Life

p.27

29-Jun

Cycling (Spinning)

p.26

27-Aug Gr.Lake Fishing: Catch/Cook

p.7

30-Jun

TRX - Suspension Training

p.26

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Designed for highly motivated students to explore an area of interest, most classes meet one week for half days. One of the weeks, ‘Kids on Campus week’ July 20-24, offers a supervised lunch break—you choose morning and afternoon classes for full days of fun. See page 55.

179 learning adventures in June, July, August ages 3–17 Register early for best selection! 231-995-1700 or www.nmc.edu/kids

Classes are listed in order by age or grade, from youngest to oldest. See the calendar of all classes on pages 56-57.

Awesome Ocean Creatures

(Ages 3–4) Dive into a week of ocean life as you discover seahorses, sharks, crabs, and brightly colored fish. You’ll have a splashy time playing lively games like Sharks and Barracudas, making music, and creating something special every day while learning about the ocean. Add finger plays, great stories, and a little science for extra fun. Bring an empty 2-liter bottle to make your own “ocean in a bottle.” Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 1988 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 101 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Annie Froehlich $79

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Purple People Eater (Ages 3–4) Red, Green, Purple, and Pink—the world is full of amazing colors. Stories, games, music and take-home art guide you on an adventure with characters like a white rabbit, a jelly bean bunny, and a silly brown bear. You’ll do the Rainbow Pokey and the Color Crayon March and make a flycatching frog and a flying bee. There are paints and colors galore—and a Purple People Eater! Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 1989 10 a.m.-Noon University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Annie Froehlich $79

Amazing Alphabet Animal Adventure

(Ages 3–4) Ants and apples, enormous elephants, the octopus and the ostrich! Meet the fun family of vowels—those letters that show up in every word. Silly stories, giggly games, fun crafts, and fascinating animals help us get acquainted with all five vowels. You’ll go on an adventure with Abby Alligator, discover a hiding “I,” and laugh at the Umbrella Bird’s umbrella. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 1990 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Annette Richter $79

Bonkers Over Bugs

(Ages 3–4) Bugs, bugs, bugs, oh my! Busy bees, silly spiders, quick crickets, and beautiful butterflies come to visit as we listen to bug stories, sing songs, and “buggy down” to creative movement activities. Go on a nature walk in search of bugs, then get creative making totally buggin’ art projects like a spider mask and your very own insect collage. Learn fun facts through lots of hands-on projects, create your own bug rock, observe insects, and have lots of buggy fun. Mon.-Thurs., July 25-28 Code: 1991 9:30 a.m.-Noon University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Olivia Meyer $79

Princess Manners (Ages 3–4) You’re invited to join the magnificent fun and learn to act like a princess. Learn to be kind and gracious from Cinderella. Snow White will teach you great table manners. Let Princess Jasmine show you how to be a good guest and Princess Ariel will tell you when and how to say, “I’m sorry.” All week long, we’ll be preparing for our Princess Tea with Elsa, which takes place on the last day. You’ll love this fun week of games, crafts, and new friends. Parents, this is a great week for socializing and developing school-ready skills. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 1992 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 101 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Annette Richter $79

“Sense”ational Art

(Ages 3–4) Do you like to get messy…and have fun? Experience good vibrations and smelly fun as you create art and explore the world of touch, smell, sight, sound and taste. Create beautiful art with Cool Whip, shaving cream, salt, crayons, paint, and more. Listen to music, read stories and meet new friends in this week of “sense”ational art. Bring a paint shirt or wear clothes that can get messy. Mon.-Thurs., Aug. 8-11 Code: 1993 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 101 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Kate Scott $69

What’s Cookin’?

(Ages 4–6) Banana dippers, fresh veggie pizza, and waffle sandwiches…learn to make these fun foods and lots more in this hands-on week in a big shiny kitchen. You’ll stir, blend, measure, mix, bake and taste your way through good food you can fix at home. Every day has a theme and includes a story and hands-on prep. Recipes from this class and other cooking classes held in the kitchen may contain gluten, tree nuts, dairy or other food allergens. Option 1: Mon.-Fri., Code: 1994 June 20-24, 9:30 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Rebecca Walters Option 2: Mon.-Fri., Code: 1995 July 25-29, 9:30 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Maggi Steele Both options NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 $115 each option

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Princess Party

(Ages 4–6) It’s a party and you’re invited! Join Elsa, Snow White, Cinderella, Ariel, Belle and more in a week full of princess fun. Make a crown and sash, a beaded necklace and other princess accessories. Cut and paste, sing and count as you explore the world of princesses. Mix, measure, and decorate your treats for the party on the last day when you can come dressedup in all your princess glamour! Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 1996 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Elizabeth Dornbos $79

Dance Your Sillies Out (Ages 4–6) Tiptoe like a mouse, stomp like an elephant and shake your sillies out as you explore dance and creative movement. Each day presents a new theme with a story for expressing emotions, sharing with others, building self confidence and more. Enjoy stories like Pete the Cat, Giraffes Can’t Dance and You’re All My Favorites. Have a blast acting out the characters in the stories as you skip, march, twist, shake and move to the music. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 1997 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Cathy Hartman $79

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Calling All SuperHeroes

(Ages 4–6) Put on your super gear and get ready for an exciting week of heroic fun! Explore with your Spidey senses, rescue Batman and Robin from a frozen state, save our world from villains, collect kryptonite and experience what Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle mutagen feels like—but don’t worry, it’s not Shredder’s formula. Make your own superhero costume to continue your adventures at home. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 1998 1-3 p.m. University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Jackie Stremlow $79

Rainforest Adventure

(Ages 4–6) Jump into a week of hands-on fun as you journey to the amazing rainforest filled with exploding color and exciting adventures. Each day you will make new discoveries about the plants, animals, and foods of the rainforest while exploring art, music, games, stories, and movement. Make cool animal projects like a fabulous frog and a “moving” snake. Build your own rainforest in a jar, create a rainforest recipe book, and try new foods. Every day is a play day—in the rainforest! Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 1999 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Kim Peltier $79

Cherry-ific Celebration (Ages 4–6) Why do elephants paint their toes red? So they can hide in cherry trees! Get ready for a week of laughs and all things cherry. Create your own crown and meet a former Cherry Fest queen; mix and measure while you make tasty cherry treats; review your letters and numbers in cherry pit bingo; perform your own cherry fable and create 3-D cherry sculptures. Our celebration combines science, art, history, movement, food and tons of fun. Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2000 1-3 p.m. University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Annie Froehlich $79

Treasure Hunters— A Pirate Adventure

(Ages 4–6) Yo ho ho, pirates! Come along on a pirate-y adventure full of stories, art, and fun! Our adventure takes place on our own ‘island’ where we’ll create a pirate ship and pirate maps to lead us to lost treasures. Design a pirate hat and sword, create a treasure chest to hold your loot, and a boat that floats. Exploration awaits you each day, so climb aboard for a great voyage and learning fun. Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2001 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Patti Ramoie $79

Welcome to Pixie Hollow

Welcome to Pixie Hollow The Science Kid

(Ages 4–6) Discover the magic of science! Sid, the Science Kid, asks the big questions like what happens in the dark? What is a germ? How do magnets work? How can I make ice cream? You’ll get the answers when you experiment with real scientific principles to satisfy your natural curiosity of the world around you. Go on a nature walk, experiment with magnets, turn off the lights and make shadow puppets. You’re becoming a scientist! Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2002 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $79

3, 2, 1, Blast Off!

(Ages 4–6) Fly to Pixie Hollow and experience the wonder and magic of Tinkerbell’s hidden world through art and stories. Create your own fairy garden with a perfect little home for your very own fairy. Search for fairy magic outside, and build a dream catcher for fairy-inspired dreams. Each day, you’ll make sparkly accessories for your fairy wardrobe and be ready to celebrate our last day together with a fabulous tea party. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2005 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Jackie Stremlow $79

(Ages 4–6) All systems are go for discovery and wonder as you find out what it’s like to be an astronaut! Spend the week exploring spaceships, stars, and planets. View the stars in our own classroom planetarium, launch rockets, make your own astronaut helmet, and even sample astronaut ice cream. Pack your bags for an out-of-thisworld space adventure! Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2003 10 a.m.-Noon University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Shanna Girrbach $79

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Camp Adventures

(Ages 4–6) Calling all happy campers! Experience the great outdoors as you go on nature hikes and scavenger hunts, then create cool crafts out of the wonderful things you find. Learn about fossils and create one using a hammer. Discover Michigan birds and make a take-home bird feeder. We’ll stir up some yummy camping snacks like armpit fudge and s’mores on a stick. Hang out around the camp “fire” as we sing songs, tell stories, eat and play. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2004 1-3 p.m. University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Olivia Meyer $79

Discover Dinosaurs

(Ages 4–6) Brontosaurus, Triceratops—even dinosaur names are big and mysterious! Learn fun facts about dinosaurs everyday through hands-on projects. Go on a fossil hunt, make fossil prints, and create a dinosaur skeleton. You will even make up a new kind of dinosaur just discovered in this class! There will be art, crafts, music, and lots of dinosaur play. Come join the Dino fun. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2006 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Jennifer Hoffman $79

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Yummy Art!

(Ages 4–6) Eat your art out and grab your spoon, paintbrush, and Kool-Aid—we’re creating art! From cupcake design to Kool-Aid finger painting, learn all about the wonderful and wacky world of food art. Build spaghetti sculptures, play foodie games, and make your own incredible edibles. Each day, you will explore ways to take normal food items and create exciting art projects. Get ready for a week of fun “playing with your food.” Kids on Campus week: Code: 2007 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Jennifer Hoffman $79

Imagineering Your World

(Ages 4–6) Attention Imagineers! Have you ever wondered what London Bridge and a bird have in common? Why the world’s tallest buildings don’t fall down in a wind storm? Each day, you’ll discover amazing engineering feats. Create your own city using marshmallows, launch a race car across a desert, and make someone’s hair stand straight up. Using art, math, movement, and humor, explore your own amazing engineering abilities. Prepare for a week full of multisensory scientific discovery. Dress to get messy and move. Please bring one empty shoe box Monday. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2008 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Annie Froehlich $79

Disney on Parade (Ages 4–6) Are you a Disney lover? Join your favorite characters in a wonderful week of Disney magic. Spend each day with a different set of Disney favorites. Make slime from Finding Nemo’s tank, build Elsa her own castle, and run relay races to help Wall-e clean up the planet. Practice your counting, sounds, drawing and more in fun creative ways. Come dressed as your favorite character on Friday and go on a parade for your invited guest. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2009 1-3 p.m. University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Madison Bankey $79

Bendy Bodies: Yoga Kids (Ages 4–6) Get moving with a week of Yoga adventures. Each day has a new and exciting theme that combines playful Yoga techniques with stories, art, music, and games. Practice Yoga poses to mimic animals and explore the world through the eyes of some of your favorite creatures. Get ready to learn downward dog, cobra, playful puppy, saggy cow, and more! Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for lots of movement and art. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2010 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Annie Froehlich $79

Mighty Michigan!

Bendy Bodies Paint ’n Play (Ages 4–6) Use your imagination and bright colors to concoct unique art projects using salt, mud, glue, milk and more. Get active in creating your own painting masterpieces during freeze-dance painting and bubble-wrap-stomp painting. If you like to mix, brew, sift, and invent, you’ll love this wonderful week of making art indoors and out in nature. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2011 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Nicole Mullin $79

Messy Masterpieces

(Ages 4–6) Through the imagination of children’s literature and imagery, you will be inspired to draw, paint, print, sculpt and get messy! Using textured patterns, bright colors and fun materials, you’ll create a colorful seahorse, sculpt a fanciful fish, and paint a favorite animal or pet. You’ll even create a story about your favorite masterpiece. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2012 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Nicole Mullin $79

(Ages 4–6) Did you know that sand dunes move? Or that sailors sent messages with flags? Set out on a weeklong adventure as you learn to identify Michigan birds, flowers, trees, and fish. Read legendary stories and use your Mighty Michigan powers to make a bird feeder. Get down and dirty while exploring a nature square, then clean up to enjoy Michigan apple and cherry treats. Earn a badge and become a real Junior Ranger. Through activities, games, and puzzles, you’ll learn how to help protect Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and our cultural heritage. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2013 1-3 p.m. University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Tiffany Webb $79

Art, Art, and More Art

(Ages 4–6) Unleash your imagination as you explore all kinds of fun and messy art in this week of hands-on discovery. Each day, you’ll create your masterpieces with ideas from popular picture books. Paint with marbles and shaving cream, design your own Rainbow Fish, shape with clay, create a colorful collage, and much more. Venture outside for a nature walk to find materials for your “Leaf Man.” Parents, this week of art exploration develops fine motor skills and encourages creativity to flourish. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2014 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Jackie Stremlow $79

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Music for Little Mozarts

(Ages 4–6) All kids love to make music! Enjoy a week of musical magic as you sing, move, listen, and create. Discover how to use your singing voice, feel the beat in fun ways, learn simple folk dances from around the world, and move to all types of music. You’ll also explore and play many different rhythm instruments. You’ll even make your own instrument to perform in a “class band” and take home at the end of the week. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2015 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 105 Instructor: Stephanie Schall-Brazee $79

LEGO® Minecraft™

(Grades 1–3) Do you like to mine? Enjoy a week with Traverse City’s own brick artist and explore how to create a Minecraft™ world in LEGO® bricks! Explore creepers, tools, buildings, and different settings in this hands-on class. Work within groups all week so we can build the best brickverse ever. Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks to take home and enjoy. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2017 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Christina Collins $99

Acting Up! (Grades 1–3) Do you like to pretend? Pretending is just like acting. Discover the world of theater in this action-packed week. Each day begins with fun drama games to warm up your creativity. Learn how to act, create a costume, and make your own props. Put together fun skits based on new stories and old favorites. Through hands-on activities, you will learn, practice, and then put on a show for your family and friends. Code: 2018 Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Theater Rm. 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom $79

Dancing Feet Creative Movement

(Ages 4–6) Spin, stretch, walk, slide—your body wants to move! Let your feet tell stories as you explore jazz, ballet, and modern dance. You’ll learn to stretch like a dancer and balance your body as you leap and twirl. As we move our bodies to different kinds of music, you’ll create your own dances. No dance experience is needed. Wear comfortable clothes for moving (no jeans please), and dance shoes (bare feet are fine too). Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2016 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Annie Froehlich $79

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Imagineering Your World

LEGO® Mania

(Grades 1–3) Do you love LEGOS®? Come and build with Traverse City’s own brick artist! Build a city, a car, a bridge. You’ll have fun putting pieces together to create a city like the one Emmet, from the LEGO® movie, might live in. Learn to make patterns and explore fun new ways to play with your LEGO® bricks. Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks so you can create at home. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2019 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Christina Collins $99

Whiskers and Wings (Grades 1–3) Calling all animal lovers! Get ready to walk on the wild side and explore the animal kingdom through the magic of art. You’ll learn fun facts about animals as you create canvas paintings, a batik fabric banner, papier-mâché, and so much more. Use watercolors and oil pastels to create a whimsical masterpiece. Be dazzled and delighted with all the fun projects. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2020 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Patti Ramoie $79

Kids in the Kitchen

(Grades 1–3) Stir, blend, measure, mix, and bake— be a chef for a week of kitchen discovery. We’ll make main dishes like chicken enchiladas and lasagna, and for snack day, made-from-scratch granola bars and other tasty treats. Try your hand at homemade bread. You will be amazed at how much math you use to be a chef. On the last day, you can bring a guest to a special family dinner prepared by you and your new chef friends. Recipes from this class and other cooking classes held in the kitchen may contain gluten, tree nuts, dairy or other food allergens. Option 1: Mon.-Fri., Code: 2021 June 20-24, 1-4 p.m. Instructor: Rebecca Walters Option 2: Mon.-Fri., Code: 2022 July 25-29, 1-4 p.m. Instructor: Maggi Steele Both options: NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 $139 each option

Mysterious Magic and Super Slimy Science

(Grades 1–3) Can you make things move without touching them? What is Oobleck? How do you make slime? These questions and more will be answered in this week of super science experiments. See chemical reactions produce extraordinary things—and you won’t believe the magic tricks! You will create flubber, explode a volcano, make flowers change colors, and more. Bring your curiosity! Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2023 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $79

LEGO® Art

(Grades 1–3) Go beyond pre-made LEGO® kits and explore creative designs, forms, and structures using your imagination. Get creative with Traverse City’s own brick artist and challenge yourself to blend colors to make intricate patterns, colorful sculptures, imaginary critters, and more. Each day, you’ll bring your mind’s hidden creations to life while exploring interesting building techniques used by experienced LEGO® builders. Includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks so you can create at home. Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2024 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Christina Collins $99

Shelter Building

(Grades 1–3) You’re hiking and your friend sprains an ankle…and there’s a storm coming! You need shelter, but none can be found. We’ll listen to great stories and tales as we learn to construct different types of shelters from materials available to us in nature. If you like forts and, more importantly, like to build them, this adventure is for you! You will work together to build a shelter large enough for the whole group! Bring a water bottle. Both options Mon.-Fri., Option 1: June 27-July 1 Code: 2025 1-3 p.m. Code: 2026 Option 2: Aug. 1-5 10 a.m.-Noon Meet at the TBAISD Parking Lot at Grand Traverse Commons (ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Scott Birch $79 each option

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Magical World of Fairy Gardens

(Grades 1–3) Explore the magical world of fairies and fairy gardens. Build your very own fairy garden and change an ordinary pot into an enchanted fairy garden, complete with a fairy, a toad stool, and magical fairy door. Hear fantastic tales and learn fairy songs. Discover different types of fairies and how they work to make a garden beautiful. Make a magic wand for a garden party on the last day. Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2027 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Kim Peltier $79

Critter Camp (Grades 1–3) What animal made that track? What was that sound? Who’s been eating here? Spend most of your time outside as you explore these questions and discover the animals of Northern Michigan. It’s a new adventure every day as you examine animal tracks, hunting techniques, and protective adaptations. Try your hand at making a nest, design camouflage, build a feeder, and even take a bird bath— yes you will get wet in this fun active course held at the Boardman Nature Center. Dress to be outside with sunscreen and bug spray (optional). Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2028 1-3 p.m. Boardman River Nature Center (1450 Cass Rd.) Instructor: Taryn Carew $79

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Passion for Perler Beads

(Grades 1–3) Go beyond the basics of Perler beads and use them to create fun projects to display all over your house. Make magnets, picture frames and 3-dimensional objects to stand on your desk or dresser. Use new mini-Perlers to create wearable art, such as bracelets, necklaces and earrings. You pick your project, colors and design; we’ll supply the boards, beads and inspiration. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2029 10 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $79

Sports and Games

(Grades 1–3) Fun in the sun outdoors—and in the gym! Explore new games each day as you learn to play soccer, basketball, track, and more. Every day is packed with fun and games as you learn the basics from a coach and get tips to make your favorite sport even more fun. Be ready for a week of practicing new skills and learning to play the games. Bring a water bottle, tennis shoes, and plenty of energy. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2030 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Madison Bankey $79

Animal Handprint Art (Grades 1–3) Everyone knows how to make turkeys from their hand prints. But have you ever made a jelly fish or an elephant? Discover how to create a giraffe running across the grasslands of Africa or a flock of flamingos standing in a calm lake. Using lots of fun materials, you’ll learn how to create backgrounds and add a unique animal handprint to your collection every day. Wear or bring a shirt that can get messy. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2031 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Val Domkiv $79

Musical Theater Dance (Grades 1–3) Move, shake, and laugh as you learn simple choreography to some of your favorite songs from Frozen, Annie, Suessical the Musical, and more. Play theater games and practice exercises each day to warm up. Use your creativity to create props and help you become the characters in your routines. Wear comfy clothes each day and be ready to dance. Entertain your parents with a performance on the last day. No dance experience is required. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2032 1-3 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 217 Instructor: Cathy Hartman $79

Scooby-Doo: Detective Extraordinaire

(Grades 1–3) Jinkies! Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Incorporated gang need your help to dig up answers to a mystery. You’ll be hands-on using your supersleuth skills to problem solve. Recreate monster clues out of slimy ooze, make your own mystery-themed board game and go on daily scavenger hunts to find answers to the unknown. Document your discoveries in your detective journal with decoder pen. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2033 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Elizabeth Dornbos $79

Sports and Games

In the Days of Dragons

(Grades 1–3) Imagine living in a fantasy world where wizards cast spells and knights defend castles against ogres and dragons. Would you be a queen, a knight, a wizard? Choose a character to role play and make yourself a costume. Would you tame a dragon as a pet? Decide as you make your own dragon. Build your castle and a catapult to defend it. Stir up a wizard’s potion and a puddle of ogre ooze. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2034 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Nicole Mullin $79

Get outside this summer! Jedi Training Camp (Grades 1–3) Do you want to harness your inner Jedi? Join Jedi Christina for a week of physical and mental Jedi training. Practice mindfulness and patience, light saber safety, and you’ll embellish your own Jedi robe. Put your training to the test as you compete as a team in a Jedi obstacle course. Parents are invited to the award ceremony on the last day for all Jedi graduates. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2035 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Christina Collins $79

Cowabunga Dude! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

(Grades 1–3) Get pumped for a bodacious week of fun. It’s time to shell out this summer with Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo. Find out about the artists they were named after with fun art projects. Party ninja style with a TMNT obstacle course, play musical manholes, and knock-out Shredder Sensei Says. Learn some ninja skills with pool-noodle nunchucks. Celebrate a week of fun with your favorite TMNT four. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2036 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Nicole Mullin $79

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Camp Frozen

(Grades 1–3) You’ve undoubtedly seen the movie— now experience Frozen in Traverse City! Through art, science, and imagination, you’ll jump into Elsa’s frozen world. Create 3-D snowflakes, frozen snow slime, and your very own takehome Elsa and Olaf! You’ll paint Olaf and design your own crown, wintery wand, bracelet, and more. We’ll “let it go” on the last day with a frozen ice cream bar. Be cool in this week of frozen fun! Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2037 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Nicole Mullin $79

Dig it! Archaeology for Kids

(Grades 1–3) Do you like getting dirty and solving puzzles? Come discover how archaeologists uncover mysteries of the past. You’ll find hidden secrets, make your own fossils, and explore shipwrecks right here in Grand Traverse Bay. Investigate unusual objects and examine artifact replicas from thousands of years ago. Learn how to excavate and try your hand at it with an archaeologist’s tool kit and simulated dig site. If you’re careful, you could find missing clues to the past. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2038 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $79

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Cheerleading Camp Inventor’s Workshop

(Grades 1–3) Inventors wanted! Are you curious and full of ideas? Learn about famous inventors and the things they discovered. Build and test a car made from simple machines, construct a spool pulley, design a toy marble run and a toothpick bridge strong enough to hold heavy objects. Compete with your own designed aerodynamic paper airplanes. Create your own invention and showcase it in the Contraption Carnival. Who knows, you might invent something that makes you famous! Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2039 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Janine Winkler $79

Space Kids (Grades 1–3) Launch into outer space for a week of starry discoveries! Imagine living in space as you explore stars, our solar system, meteor showers, and more. Will you be the first person to walk on Mars? Each day, you’ll do out-ofthis-world projects including building a rocket. One day even takes you inside our “star lab” to view the constellations. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2040 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Nicole Mullin $79

Way Cool Science

(Grades 1–3) The “magic” of science is all around us! From making slime and foaming cups of colored goop to using bubbles to forecast weather! Science is everywhere—outside, in your kitchen, and in the air around you. Become a scientist for a week of experiments as you discover how plants grow, how bread rises, why pop cans crush, and what creates a gas. You’ll learn how to produce real chemical reactions right in your own kitchen—with your parent’s help, of course! Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2041 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Janine Winkler $79

Drawing and Painting

(Grades 1–3) Watercolors, tempera, pastels, brushes, sponges, charcoal, graphite—even the words sound inviting and creative. Be an artist for a week of exploration into the world of color, shape, line, form, and space. From landscapes to portraits to favorite animals, you will capture on paper images around you and in your imagination. Bring a paint shirt. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2042 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Andrew Sias $79

Cheerleading Camp

(Grades 1–3) We’ve got spirit–yes we do! We’ve got spirit–how about you? Get ready for a week of fun where you start the day by warming up your muscles with flexibility and strengthening exercises. Learn the FUNdamentals of cheerleading with beginning tumbling skills, basic motions, stunting, and jumps. You’ll practice each day and show your team spirit on the last day, complete with your own set of pompoms. Wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle every day. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2043 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Jerrilynn Pike $79

Lil’ Chemists

(Grades 1–3) Be a scientist as you run experiments and make amazing discoveries about how things work. You’ll grow crystals of many colors and shapes and create your own work of art. Learn about acids and bases while you make sherbet. Experiment with solids, liquids, and gases. You’ll mix ingredients and brew concoctions to create chemical reactions! Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2044 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health & Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $79

It’s a Glittery Girl Thing

(Grades 1–3) Want to add a little dazzle to your wardrobe? Create your own necklaces, bracelets, rings, belts and other unique accessories. Learn techniques to make your own jewelry and hair accessories using beads, rhinestones, buttons, shrink plastic, clay, ribbon, and more! Design many items that nobody will believe you made yourself. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2046 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $79

Super Science Sleuths

(Grades 1–3) Super science sleuths wanted! Have you ever wondered why bears sleep all winter? Why leaves change color in the fall? Or why the birds and squirrels are so busy in the spring? Come along on a journey through the seasons of Northern Michigan. Using art, engineering, math, and scientific discovery, you’ll explore how each season is uniquely scientific. Track the wildest animals, create a blizzard in summer, grow plants in a milk container, and so much more in this week of multi-sensory science fun. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2045 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 117 Instructor: Annie Froehlich $79

Martial Arts Judo (Ages 8–Adult)

Tae Kwon Do (Ages 7–16)

Judo is an internationally recognized sport based on traditional Japanese arts of bare-handed fighting. It is a development of mind and body. Class will be divided according to skill and ability. Beginners enroll in the 9:30 class; advanced students enroll in the 10:30 class. Parents are welcome to enroll with their child. Wear comfortable clothing. 5 Sat., May 21-June 25 (no class May 28) Beginning: Code: 2312 9:30-10:20 a.m. Code: 2313 Advanced: 10:30-11:50 a.m. NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Gym Instructors: Stephanie Hawkins & Maggie Sperry $59 each course

Tae Kwon Do is the technique of unarmed combat for self-defense. Learn basic stances, punches, and kicks, along with self-defense techniques taught in a manner allowing personal development and growth, as well as mental and physical discipline. Students who have obtained belts in other clubs are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing. Beginners enroll in the 5:30 class; advanced students enroll in the 6:30 class. Both options meet 8 Thurs. June 9-July 28 Beginning: Code: 2314 5:30-6:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advan.: Code: 2315 6:30-7:30 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Gym Instructor: Tania Arens $89 each course

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Outdoor Art (Grades 1–3) Nature is filled with intricate patterns and shapes, and amazing colors and textures. Just what an artist needs! Get outdoors and explore the beauty in nature. Then get creative with clay, sand, rocks, and found natural objects to make collages, mobiles, prints and more. There’s so much for the nature artist to see and do! Wear shoes for being outside (not flip flops) and clothes for delightfully messy activities. Code: 2047 Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Jackie Stremlow $79

Frozen Art Blast

(Grades 1–3) Experience the magic of winter in a whole new way! Motivated by the hit Disney movie, Frozen, you’ll be entertained and delighted all week with cool art projects. Create a snow globe and clay sculpture, picture frames, magnets and more. Work with a variety of different art supplies and make masterpieces inspired by Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and Kristoff, but that are uniquely yours. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2048 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $79

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Kid’s Choir Camp

(Grades 1–4) Do you love to sing? Come join the NMC Children’s Choir staff for a great week of music on campus! Whether you’re an experienced singer or brand new to it, you’ll get a chance to sing and learn with others in a fun workshop setting. Each day is a new encounter with music, singing and movement. The finale of the week is a concert featuring all the Kid’s Choir Camp singers. Mon-Fri., June 13-17 Code: 2049 9:30 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructors: Jeffrey Cobb, David & Mary Parrish, Stephanie Schall-Brazee, & Todd Vipond $150

Hangin’ with Horses

(Grades 1–4 with an adult) Kids, partner up with your favorite adult to share some quality time together (and enjoy a unique afternoon) while learning about the beauty and grace of horses. Find out how to safely approach, handle, and work around horses. You’ll also learn about basic grooming and even get to braid horse tails just for fun! You’ll be paired up with a horse and quickly see for yourself how being in a barn is not only good for the soul, but is also a great confidence booster. No prior horse experience needed, but closedtoe shoes are required. Cost includes one adult and one child. Option 1: Fri., Code: 2050 June 17, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Code: 2051 Option 2: Fri., Aug. 12, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Meet at Circle H Stables (7200 Brown Bridge Rd., TC) Instructor: LeeAnn Jacobs $49 each option

SEW Simple

(Grades 2–4) Want to learn how to sew with a sewing machine? Want to make your own clothes? Do both this week and create a dress to wear! Learn basic sewing skills, work with a pattern, operate a sewing machine, stitch, and press seams to create your own cool sundress and tote bag. Hand-stitch fabric flowers to embellish your tote bag. On the last day, amaze your family and friends as you walk down the runway in your new outfit. Includes all materials. Both options Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-Noon Option 1: June 20-24 Code: 2052 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Kristi Wodek Option 2: July 11-15 Code: 2053 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Kristi Wodek $89 each option

Crime Busters

(Grades 2–4) Become a detective and solve mysteries! Learn what scientists, detectives, and police do to investigate a crime scene. Try your hand at fingerprinting, conduct experiments on ransom notes, and analyze hair and other objects using a microscope. To sharpen your observation skills, your team will set up crime scenes for others to figure out. Be ready— on the last day, see if your team can collect enough evidence to solve the crime. Who did it? Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2054 10 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Janine Winkler $79

Junior Robotics Academy

(Grades 2–4) Learn the basics of robot building and the skills to compete in regional robotic competitions using VEX IQ Robotics Kits. With your team, you’ll build a “bot” and run it through fun challenges—some will even require you to build, test, and rebuild your bot. Learn to program its brain and operate controls to run an obstacle course, carry objects, and obey your commands. Finish with the Ultimate Team Challenge where teams compete face to face. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2055 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Option 2: Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2056 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Philip Leete $99 each option

Magician’s Workshop

(Grades 2–4) YO U c a n d o m a g i c ! L e a r n a n d practice magical skills necessary to amaze, mystify, and delight your friends and family. In the magician’s workshop, you’ll find out how to levitate small objects, control decks of cards, instantaneously freeze water, bend spoons and keys, and so much more. Make your own magic trunk and fill it with your tools of the trade. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2057 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Val Domkiv $79

Mazes, Games and Art: Coding for Kids (Grades 2–4) Discover the power of coding! Learn to solve problems and think creatively using computer technology. Start building your skills through games like Robo Turtles and Gravity Maze. Then you’ll guide Angry Birds through a maze on screen and explore a Minecraft world. Create stories and art on the computer, and design your own games. By the end, you’ll use your programming skills to create your own project that you can share with others. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2058 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Campus, Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110A Instructor: Kaitlyn Rickman $79

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App Attack! Make Your First Game App

(Grades 3–5) Take the first steps into the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app! Using a specialized app and game development tool, you’ll explore the world of web-based apps. In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and game development, you’ll see firsthand how the world of app publishing functions. Your created apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. No prior experience is necessary and you do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to take the class. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the week. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2059 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Jarred Araujo $135

Sports Camp (Grades 3–5) Practice makes perfect! Improve your skills in sports such as basketball, track, football, volleyball and soccer—sports and games mean summer fun outdoors and in the gym. Every day, you’ll enjoy team games, learn new moves, and even get the chance to score on a former boys’ varsity goalie! Learn the importance of teamwork, gain skills to become a better athlete, and get tips for making each sport more fun. Bring your water bottle and wear tennis shoes. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2060 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Madison Bankey $79

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Minecraft™ Designers

(Grades 3–5) If you love the game Minecraft™, but always wanted to design your own characters and buildings for your games, this is for you! Learn the basics of creating 3-D models using a new software to design your very own objects, create skins for characters, and import them into your favorite Minecraft™ games. To access your project at home, you must own a PC/ MAC version of Minecraft™. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft™ are not compatible. Parent email address is required to use 3-D modeling software. You will work in teams for most of the week. Both options Mon.-Fri. Option 1: June 27-July 1 Code: 2061 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Andrew Sias Kids on Campus week: Code: 2062 July 18-22, 1-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Andrew Sias $135 each option

Extreme Sculptures: Clay, Wire, Wood, and More!

(Grades 3–5) Experience the thrill of hand-sculpting in wood, plaster, polymer clay, wire, paper and more in this week of 3-dimensional art. You’ll carve, construct, model, and weave as you create a papier-mâché/plaster mask, woodscrap tower, pinch pot, and intense wire weaving. Enjoy experimenting with new materials and techniques to design one-of-a-kind extreme works of art. Dress for a mess! Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2063 1-3 p.m., Aero Park Campus, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Kristi Wodek $79

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Kid’s Cuisine (Grades 3–5) Grab your passport and prepare to travel the world through your taste buds! Each day will focus on a different part of the globe in this weeklong whirlwind culinary adventure. Learn a little about a new country and then take on the role of chef as you prepare some of their famous foods— fresh salsa from Mexico, biscotti from Italy, sushi from Japan, and more. Learn basic cooking terms and techniques in this hands-on experience in the Oleson Center kitchen. Recipes from this class and other cooking classes held in the kitchen may contain gluten, tree nuts, dairy or other food allergens. Option 1: Mon.-Fri., Code: 2064 June 27-July 1, 1-4 p.m. Instructor: Rebecca Walters Option 2: Mon.-Fri., Code: 2065 July 11-15, 1-4 p.m. Instructor: Shannon McCann Both options: NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 $139 each option

Robots Rule! A LEGO® Adventure

(Grades 3–5) Robots are used to build, communicate, search, and explore the world around you. Discover how robots work as you build a basic robot in this hands-on week of robotic fun. Using the LEGO® Mindstorms™ NXT platform, you’ll use simple programming to experiment with the different robotic sensors and motors. Mon.-Thurs., July 25-28 Code: 2066 9:30 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Scott Diment $99

Clay Works for Kids

(Grades 3–5) Explore the fabulous feel of clay while making useful and unique objects. Use pinch, slab, and coil methods to create original items and glaze them. Make a clay relief sculpture that is also a bowl, an animal that whistles or rattles, or a vase with a face! Items will be fired at the end of the first week and be ready for glazing the following Tuesday. Wear comfy clothes that can get messy as you hand-build your very own clay creations. Time for pick-up of finished pieces will be arranged. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2067 10 a.m.-Noon and Tues., Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135 Instructor: Lisa Hockin $89

Cheer Squad (Grades 3–5) Give me an F, give me a U, give me an N…What does it spell? FUN! Dance, prance, and cheer for five days of spirit! Begin each day warming up your muscles with flexibility and strengthening exercises. You’ll learn the FUNdamentals of cheerleading with basic motions, stunting, jumps, and dance routines. You’ll practice each day and be ready to show your team spirit on the last day complete with your own set of pompoms. Wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle every day. Code: 2068 Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Jerrilynn Pike $79

Kids on Campus week Kids on Campus week invites you to participate in morning and afternoon classes each day, with a lunch option. Design your own program for students age 4 to grade 10.

July 18-22

kick back

• Choose from the 23 learning adventures below. • All-day program with a supervised lunch and recreation option—students bring a lunch; beverage is provided. • Classes & lunch meet at Aero Park Campus on Aero Park Drive in both the Parsons-Stulen Bldg. and Aero Park Labs Bldg.

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Morning Choices grades page Ages 4-6

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Scooby Doo

1-3

p. 49

In the Days of Dragons

1–3

p. 49

Junior Robotics Academy

2–4

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Discover Dinosaurs

Star Wars

4–6

p. 61

Drawing and Sketching

4–6

p. 61

Great American Electric Car Race

4–6

p. 61

Say It in Japanese!

4–8

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Video Game Creation with Scratch

4–8

p. 64

Project Runway - Chef Inspired

5–8

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Minecraft Designers

6-9

p. 68

Under the Hood on Cars

7-10

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lunch Optional LUNCH Break

July 18–22 (Age 4–14)

Jedi Training Camp

1-3

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Cowabunga, Dude!

1-3

p. 49

Magician’s Workshop

2–4

p. 53

Minecraft Designers

3-5

p. 54

If you enroll in a morning and afternoon session the week of July 18, you are invited to join the Lunch Break hour that meets between classes in the Parsons-Stulen Bldg. The kick-back-and-relax supervised hour from noon to 1 p.m. offers time to eat, relax inside or outdoors, and join in recreational options. Junior counselors and staff will help kids get to the lunch area and afternoon session. Bring your lunch—juice packs/water provided. (Financial aid is not available for Lunch Break.) Cost: $15 for the week

Afternoon Choices grades page Yummy Art

Ages 4-6 p. 44

Fizzics in a Can

4-6

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Project Runway - Sassy Skirt

4-6

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Sharpie Marker Art

5–8

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VEX IQ Robotics

5–8

p. 66

Fuel Cell Tech

9-12

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Car Care for Young Drivers

10-12

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Code: 2100*

*If choosing Lunch Break, be sure to include code 2100 on your registration form.

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July 4-8 July 11-15

Extreme Sculpture (Gr. 3-5) - PM Kids Cuisine (Gr. 3-5) - PM Chef School (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Treasure Hunters-Pirates (Ages 4-6) - PM

The Science Kid (Ages 4-6) - PM

Mysterious Magic-Science (Gr. 1-3) - AM

LEGO Art (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Musical Theater Dance (Gr. 1-3) - PM SEW Simple (Gr. 2-4) - AM Crime Busters (Gr. 2-4) - AM Kids Cuisine (Gr. 3-5) - PM Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - AM Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - PM The Art of Tree Climbing (Gr. 3-7) - PM

Amazing Alphabet Animal (Ages 3-4) - AM

3, 2, 1 Blast Off (Ages 4-6) - AM

Camp Adventures (Ages 4-6) - PM

Welcome to Pixie Hollow (Ages 4-6) - PM

Passion for Pearler Beads (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Sports and Games (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Animal Handprint Art (Gr. 1-3) - PM

(Cherry Festival Week - no classes)

Magical World-Fairy Gardens (Gr. 1-3) - PM Minecraft Designers (Gr. 3-5) - AM

Cherry-ific Celebration (Ages 4-6) - PM

Critter Camp (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Rainforest Adventure (Ages 4-6) - AM

Rockets and Space Craft (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Project Runway: Circle Skirt (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Checkmate! (Gr. 4-8) - AM

DIY Bedroom Projects (Gr. 4-8) - PM

The Amazing Race (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Mandala Art Adventure (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Chef School (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Rock 'n Roll Camp (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Painting with Acrylics (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Hip-Hop Dance (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Clay Sculpture (Gr. 4-8) - AM

LEGO Minecraft (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Skills for the Backcountry (Gr. 4-6) - AM

All Aboard the Hogwarts (Gr. 4-6) - AM

CSI-Crime Detectives (Gr. 5-8) - AM

Comic Creations (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Shelter Building (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Calling all SuperHeroes (Ages 4-6) - PM

Rocket Science (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Kids in the Kitchen (Gr. 1-3) - PM SEW Simple (Gr. 2-4) - AM

Dance Your Sillies Out (Ages 4-6) - PM

Kids with Cameras (Gr. 4-6) - AM

The Art of Tree Climbing (Gr. 3-7) - PM

Sports Camp (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Junior Counselor (Ages 12-15) - PM

Charter Fishing Experience (Gr. 4-8) - PM

App Attack! First Game App (Gr. 3-5) - AM

LEGO Mania (Gr. 1-3) - PM Whiskers & Wings (Gr. 1-3) - PM

What's Cookin'? (Ages 4-6) - AM

Princess Party (Ages 4-6) - AM

Acting Up! (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - PM

Hangin' with Horses (Gr. 1-4) - AM

Awesome Ocean Creatures (Ages 3-4) - AM

Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - AM

Kid's Choir Camp (Gr. 1-4) - AM

LEGO Minecraft (Gr. 1-3) - AM June 27-July 1 Purple People Eater (Ages 3-4) - AM

June 20-24

June 13-17

Weekly Class Listing Color-Coded By Location - Age Order Within Location

College for Kids weekly calendar

Computer Program: Java (Gr. 8-12) - PM

First Aid & CPR Training (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Chemistry Connection (Gr. 7-10) - PM

Wheel/Hand-built Pottery (Gr. 6-12) - AM

Horse Whispering 101 (Gr. 6-12) - AM

Perfect Phone Photos (Gr. 6-12) - AM

Code Breakers (Gr. 6-9) - AM

College Scholarships (Gr. 10-12) - PM

Be a Bombshell Blogger (Gr. 8-12) - PM

Exploring Engineering Tech (Gr. 8-12) - AM

Build a Computer (Gr. 7-10) - AM

Minecraft Designers (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Actor's Workshop (Gr. 7-10) - PM

App Attack! First Game App (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Print-Design-Sew (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Glass Fusion (Gr. 6-9) - AM

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Aug. 8-12

Aug. 1-5

July 25-29

Kids on Campus Week

July 18-22

Super Science Sleuths (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Dancing Feet Movement (Ages 4-6) - PM

Music for Little Mozarts (Ages 4-6) - AM

Art, Art & More Art (Ages 4-6) - AM

"Sense"ational Art (Ages 3-4) - AM

Cheerleading Camp (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Drawing & Painting (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Shelter Building (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Mighty Michigan! (Ages 4-6) - PM

Messy Masterpieces (Ages 4-6) - PM

Paint 'n Play (Ages 4-6) - AM

Princess Manners (Ages 3-4) - AM

Dig It! Archaeology for Kids (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Camp Frozen (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Bendy Bodies (Ages 4-6) - PM

Disney on Parade (Ages 4-6) - PM

Imagineering Your World (Ages 4-6) - AM

What's Cookin'? (Ages 4-6) - AM

Bonkers Over Bugs (Ages 3-4) - AM

Cowabunga, Dude! (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Jedi Training Camp (Gr. 1-3) - PM

In the Days of Dragons (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Scooby Doo (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Yummy Art (Ages 4-6) - PM

Discover Dinosaurs (Ages 4-6) - AM

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The Art of Science (Gr. 7-10) - PM CISCO for Techno Geeks (Gr. 8-12) - AD

Say It In Japanese! (Gr. 4-8) - AM Video Game Creation (Gr. 4-8) - AM Project Runway: Chef (Gr. 5-8) - AM Sharpie Marker Art (Gr. 5-8) - PM The Paint Studio (Gr. 3-5) - PM First 3-D Video Game (Gr. 3-5) - PM Computer Keyboard Wizards (Gr. 4-6) - AM Zentangle Art (Gr. 4-6) - PM All Aboard the Hogwarts (Gr. 4-6) - PM Retro Crafts (Gr. 5-8) - AM LEGO Mindstorms: Robotics (Gr. 5-8) - PM Create Your Own Website (Gr. 4-6) - PM Video Game Creation (Gr. 4-8) - AM Smash-books, Journals (Gr. 6-9) - PM Minecraft Animators (Gr. 6-9) - PM Survivor! B'country Skills (Gr. 7-10) - PM Teens Love to Cook (Gr. 7-12) - AM Creative Polaroid Photos (Gr. 7-12) - AM Minecraft Modders (Gr. 3-5) - AM Art of Tree Climbing (Gr. 3-7) - PM Wind, Wings & Wheels (Gr. 4-6) - AM All Aboard the Hogwards (Gr. 4-6) - AM The Actor in You (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Minecraft Designers (Gr. 3-5) - PM Star Wars (Gr. 4-6) - AM Drawing and Sketching (Gr. 4-6) -AM Great Electric Car Race (Gr. 4-6) - AM Inventor's Workshop (Gr. 1-3) - AM Space Kids (Gr. 1-3) - PM Way Cool Science (Gr. 1-3) - PM Kids in the Kitchen (Gr. 1-3) - PM Robots Rule! LEGO Adv. (Gr. 3-5) - AM Clay Works for Kids (Gr. 3-5) - AM Cheer Squad (Gr. 3-5) - PM Lil' Chemists (Gr. 1-3) - PM Mazes, Games & Art: Coding (Gr. 2-4) - PM Minecraft Animators (Gr. 3-5) - AM Camp Half-Blood (Gr. 4-6) - AM Chemistry Kids (Gr. 4-6) - AM Project Runway: Pajama Party (Gr. 4-6) - AM LEGO Architecture (Gr. 4-6) - PM It's a Glittery Girl Thing (Gr. 1-3) - AM Outdoor Art (Gr. 1-3) - PM Frozen Art Blast (Gr. 1-3) - PM Hangin' with Horses (Gr. 1-4) - AM Junior Robotics Academy (Gr. 2-4) - PM

Minecraft Modders (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Solar Tech (Gr. 9-12) - PM

Build a VEX Clawbot (Gr. 8-12) - PM

Driverless Cars (Gr. 8-12) - AM

Teens Love to Cook (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Sketching on Location (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Keyboarding: Type Faster (Gr. 7-10) - PM

Tribute to David Bowie (Gr. 7-10) - AM

Photography Workshop (Gr. 7-10) - AM

First 3-D Video Game (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Doctors & Vets: Dissection (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Car Care: Young Drivers (Gr. 10-12) - PM

Fuel Cell Tech (Gr. 9-12) - PM

3-D Modeling & Printing (Gr. 8-12) - AD

"Under the Hood" on Cars (G. 7-10) - AM

Minecraft Designers (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Project Runway-Sassy Skirt (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Magician's Workshop (Gr. 2-4) - PM

VEX IQ Robotics (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Fizzics in a Can (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Junior Robotics Academy (Gr. 2-4) - AM

The Paint Studio

(Grades 3–5) Let your imagination go wild as you create awesome paintings this week. Learn the fundamentals of painting and some experimental techniques, too. You’ll mix, blend, splatter, print and much more using watercolor, gouache (opaque watercolor) and acrylics. Explore the styles of famous and contemporary artists and apply them to your paintings on canvas and a variety of papers. Bring a paint shirt or wear clothes that can stand a drop of paint…or two. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2069 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Kristi Wodek $79

Make Your First 3-D Video Game

(Grades 3–5) Try this new version of a Black Rocket classic! Develop a game concept that goes well beyond the limitations of traditional 2-D game design. You’ll learn the physics behind 3-D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling flow of gameplay, and story telling. The games you and other students create will be available on a passwordprotected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2070 1-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $135

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Minecraft™ Animators (Grades 3–5) Bring your favorite Minecraft characters to life in an animated short film. Learn how studios like Pixar and Disney make movies like Inside Out and Frozen using techniques like keyframing, tweening, texturing, and animating rigged 3-D models! Student projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. You do not need to own a Minecraft account to use the software in this class. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2071 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Kevin Skarnulis $135

Minecraft™ Modders (Grades 3–5) Use your favorite game to learn the basics of modding and programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mod! Introductory coding is taught through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft. Student projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. To access their project at home, students must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2072 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Jared Araujo $135

Meet Me at the Ranch— Horseback Riding

(Grades 3–6) Get to know horses in this three-day camp where you will be assigned your own horse. At the Circle H Stables at Ranch Rudolf, you will learn how to safely groom, care for, handle, lead, saddle, and bridle your horse. You will also learn basic western riding—from corral, to pasture, to the last day’s trail ride. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a snack, water bottle, and clothes for inclement weather. Helmets provided. All options meet three days Option 1: Tues/Wed/Thurs Code: 2073 June 14-16, 9 a.m.-Noon Option 2: Tues/Wed/Thurs Code: 2074 June 14-16, 1-4 p.m. Option 3: Mon/Tues/Wed Code: 2075 July 11-13, 9 a.m.-Noon Option 4: Mon/Tues/Wed Code: 2076 July 11-13, 1-4 p.m. All Meet at Circle H Stables (7200 Brown Bridge Rd., TC) Instructor: LeeAnn Jacobs $139 each option

The Art of Tree Climbing

(Grades 3–7 with a Parent) Climbing trees is not only fun, it’s a sport! Using arborist’s ropes and harnesses, you (and your parent) will learn to ascend into the canopies safely. You’ll even learn how to camp there. Equipment is provided; bring drinking water. An in-tree snack is provided. Dress for the weather and wear shoes and long pants. Cost includes one adult and one child. Each meets one day, 1-4 p.m. Option 1: Thurs., June 23 Code: 2077 Option 2: Thurs., July 14 Code: 2078 Option 3: Fri., Aug. 12 Code: 2079 Meet at Cedar Lake boat launch west of TC, out Cedar Run Rd. Instructor: Bo Burke $99 each option

Kids with Cameras

(Grades 4–6) Get ready for a week of photo fun. Whether you have been taking photos for a while, or are just picking up a digital camera for the first time—we want you! Open up a whole new world that screams “never bored”. Start by learning photography basics to make your photographs tell the story you see. Then add some tips and get creative. Go on photo shoots every day filling your world with amazing new experiences. Learn to use Photoshop Elements to improve your photo images. Bring a digital camera (no camera phones) to class each day. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2080 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Melissa Bernazzani $79

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All Aboard the Hogwarts Express

(Grades 4–6) Don’t be late! Once you cross platform 9¾, you will be transported to the Hogwarts School for wizardry. Upon arrival, you’ll be “sorted” into houses and whisked away to a week of fun—Harry Potter style. Use your wand to mix potions, play wizard games, and practice Quidditch. All week, you’ll earn points in hopes of winning the house cup. End the week on a sweet note with treats from Honeydukes and butter beer you make yourself. All options Mon.-Fri. Option 1: June 27-July 1 Code: 2084 9:30 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Shannon McCann Option 2: July 25-29 Code: 2085 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff Option 3: Aug. 8-12 Code: 2086 9:30 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Shannon McCann $99 each option

Comic Creations (Grades 4–6) Do you love creating and drawing your own characters? Come see what it takes to create a comic strip and investigate the comic strip as a means of storytelling. Learn to tell your personal or created story in this fun art form. Discover how to develop positive and negative characters, explore settings in multiple forms and seasons, study character struggle, and create plot. One day will be focused on Anime/Magna. You’ll end the week with a completed comic strip for your enjoyment or maybe even publication. Mon.-Thurs., June 20-23 Code: 2081 1-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Autumn Kirby $79

Chef School (Grades 4–6) Slice and dice; roast and toast; boil and broil; stir and whir in the teaching kitchen at the Oleson Center. Each day you will learn to prepare lots of tasty recipes using basic cooking techniques. Then eat your creations and make a cookbook to keep up your chef skills. Gain experience selecting foods for freshness, nutrition, and cost with a mid-week field trip to the Traverse City Farmers Market. Bring a take-home container each day. Recipes from this class and other cooking classes held in the kitchen may contain gluten, tree nuts, dairy or other food allergens. Both options Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.Noon Option 1: June 27-30 Code: 2082 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Stephanie Wiitala Option 2: July 11-14 Code: 2083 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Stephanie Wiitala $149 each option

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Skills for the Backcountry

(Grades 4–6) Experience your own week of Survivor! Your adventure takes you to a different locale each day where you will discover useful backcountry hiking and survival skills. Learn to plan and pack for a camping trip, store food, pitch a tent, and cook on a camp stove. Learn wilderness safety, map and compass reading, tracking, and emergency shelter-building. Bring a backpack with a water bottle and snack. Wear walking shoes (not flip flops). Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2087 10 a.m.-Noon, Meet at the TBAISD Parking Lot at Grand Traverse Commons (ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Scott Birch $85

LEGO® Minecraft™ Beyond Bricks

(Grades 4–6) Do you like to mine? Enjoy a week with Traverse City’s own brick artist and explore how to create a Minecraft™ world in LEGO® bricks! Explore creepers, tools, buildings, and different settings in this hands-on class. Work within groups all week so we can build the best brickverse ever. Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks to take home and enjoy. Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2088 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Christina Collins $99

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Great American Electric Car Race Mandala Art Adventure

(Grades 4–6) Have you ever heard of a Mandala? Look around and you’ll see examples of Mandala patterns in animals, plants, nature and architecture. Look at these designs from around the world, then have fun painting your own Mandala. Each day we’ll focus on a new topic. By the end, you will have four large paintings ready to decorate your bedroom. Mon.-Thurs., July 11-14 Code: 2089 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 32 Instructor: Claire Crandell $69

The Amazing Race (Grades 4–6) Take an exciting adventure around the world in an Amazing Race challenge with pit stops in Egypt, Hawaii, Africa, Antarctica, and China. In this fast-paced week, you’ll compete against the clock and sometimes work together in pairs or as a team to accomplish your goal. At each pit stop, you’ll race, build, complete mind challenges, and battle through outdoor activities. Be ready to move, imagine, create, and challenge your brain to win this amazing race around the globe. Dress for outdoor weather. Clothes should be comfy to move around in with shoes fit for a race. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2090 10 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 101 Instructor: Erin Claudio $79

Star Wars – An Intergalactic Adventure

(Grades 4–6) Come to a galaxy far, far away and learn the mysterious ways of the Force. Join Jedi Christina for a week of intergalactic awesomeness! Create planetary prints, participate in Star Wars science experiments and build a galaxy with your fellow Jedis. Design planet beads to swap at the end of the week. Come battle with the dark side and restore Jedi order. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2091 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Christina Collins $79

Drawing and Sketching

(Grades 4–6) Are you always drawing? Want to sharpen your skills? Guided by an artist and teacher, you will practice lots of drawing and sketching techniques as you draw favorite toys, landscapes, and portraits (yours or others). Make still life drawings and sketch from photos—animals, trees, and who knows what else! Experiment with art pencils, chalk pastels, and other art media as you learn to draw from visual observations and your imagination. Bring a sketch pad (8.5 x 11-inch or larger, not newsprint) and your creativity! Kids on Campus week: Code: 2092 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Adam Van Houten $79

The Great American Electric Car Race

(Grades 4–6) Become an automotive engineer as you build and test your own modelsize electric car. You’ll explore electricity, run time trials and collect data, then use it to make design changes to increase velocity and get your car running at peak performance. The grand finale is the ultimate race, testing your vehicle for speed and distance. It’s a little physics, a little math, and a lot of fun! Kids on Campus week: Code: 2093 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Janine Winkler $79

Fizzics in a Can

(Grades 4–6) Make a tornado, crush a can with no hands, build a stethoscope, and cause a fizz phenomenon! Pop cans, pop bottles, and soda pop do the teaching in this physical science extravaganza. Bring a clean, empty can to the first day of class and prepare to wear your goggles! Can you explore physics with pop? Yes you CAN! Sign up early for this “pop”-ular class! Kids on Campus week: Code: 2094 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Janine Winkler $79

Project Runway: Sassy Skirt

(Grades 4–6) Designers wanted! Have an eye for fashion? Begin by brainstorming ideas in a sketchbook with fabric swatches and design sketches. Then learn basic sewing skills: pin and cut a pattern, operate a sewing machine, stitch and press seams while you make your uniquely designed skirt and totebag. You’ll also practice hand stitching techniques to embellish your outfit. Walk the runway on the last day to show off your awesome designs! Includes all materials. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2095 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 222/224 Instructor: Kristi Wodek $89

Computer Keyboard Wizards

(Grades 4–6) You’re always using the computer— but are you still using that one-finger search-and-strike method to type? Want to type more quickly and accurately? Improve your efficiency and discover how to find the letters without looking at the keyboard. Games and drills make it engaging and exciting. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you pick up speed and comfort. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2096 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Diane Kimmel $79

Do you love to sing? Join NMC Children’s Choir! Auditions are June 7 & 9 for students entering grades 3-9. Reserve a time at 995-1700. nmc.edu/childrens-choir

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Project Runway: Pajama Party (Grades 4–6)

Zentangle Art Zentangle Art (Grades 4–6) Are you often accused of doodling on your homework? Discover an exciting form of drawing called Zentangle and actually be encouraged to doodle! This relaxing art form is easy to create using simple deliberate strokes that build on each other creating unique art pieces. It has also been linked with increasing your focus and creativity. Learn how to fashion these intricate designs in easy-to-learn steps. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2097 1-3 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 104 Instructor: Autumn Kirby $79

Camp Half-Blood (Grades 4–6) Attention Percy Jackson fans! Are you fascinated by Greek mythology? Join us at Camp Half-Blood for a week of games, projects, and fun. Create a shield like Zeus’ and artifacts inspired by the Greek gods. Show off your writing skills as you develop your own Greek myth. At the end of the week, you’ll take home your creations along with a set of camp beads that you traded with your fellow demigods. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2098 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Christina Collins $79

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Chemistry Kids

(Grades 4–6) Become a chemistry sleuth as you work in a college science lab conducting fascinating experiments. Bring your creativity and spirit of adventure as you stretch eggs beyond their limit, blow up a balloon without touching it, make ice that is hot, and work with alum to create a crystal garden, make rock candy, and even ice cream. You’ll investigate and make predictions while you mix and measure to collect data and test your hypothesis. Who knew the lab could be so much fun! Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2099 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $89

Create Your Own Website

(Grades 4–6) Learn to design and publish your own website! Practice working with text and creating and editing graphics, images, and digital photos. Find out how to include hyperlinks, tables, backgrounds, and borders. You’ll then be ready to publish your impressive pages on the Internet for friends and family to see. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2103 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Andrew Sias $79

Summertime, BFF time, sleepover time—be the star of the party with your one-of-kind pajama bottoms, tote bag, and pillow. Learn basic sewing skills: pin and cut a pattern, operate a sewing machine, stitch and press seams while you make your pajama party accessories. You’ll also learn hand-sewing and other embellishing techniques to make everything say “this is me”. Invite your family and friends to a runway show on the last day. Includes all materials. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2101 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Laura J. Wright $89

LEGO® Architecture

(Grades 4–6) Build towers and engineer cool structures with Traverse City’s own LEGO® Builder. Challenge yourself to design and build a model skyscraper. Build a bridge that will hold up to the weight of the vehicle that crosses it. You’ll build towers, sculptures, bridges, and fancy designs. Bring your mind’s hidden creations to life while exploring interesting building techniques used by experienced LEGO® builders. Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks so you can create at home. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2102 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Christina Collins $99

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Charter Fishing Experience

LEGO Architecture The Actor in You

(Grades 4–6) Let’s put on a play! Create a play from brainstorming the plot, to set design, to the final bow. You’ll be part of creating a script, inventing characters, designing a set, and performing it all in front of a live audience. Story, art, stage, and acting come together to make a theater experience come alive. Family and friends are invited to the Friday performance. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2104 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Theater Rm. 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom $79

Wind, Wings, and Wheels

(Grades 4–6) Do you look to the skies when you hear an airplane? Do you wonder what the earth looks like from half a mile up? From the Wright brothers through today’s high-tech aerospace industry, experience the world of flight. Learn about the differences between a helicopter and an airplane. Design, build, and test-fly a balsa airplane. Manipulate the controls of an aircraft flight simulator and take to the skies with a certified flight instructor on the last day to observe the world from above. Limited to eight students. Meets 3 days: Code: 2105 Tues/Wed/Thurs, Aug. 9-11, 9-11 a.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 224 Instructor: Paul Hurlbert $119

(Grades 4–8 with a parent) Catch big fish on the big lake! You and a parent will experience deepwater fishing off the shores of Leland aboard the “Farfetched.” Join Captain Scott Anderson for a fun afternoon of charter fishing for salmon and steelhead. Learn about the equipment used to fish in deep water. Don’t let warm on-shore weather fool you; out on the lake it’s still cold, so dress appropriately. Bring sun screen, a hat, and sunglasses, and a “catch a big fish” attitude. For this parent/child experience, the cost is per person, so register both the child and the adult. Scholarships are not available. Sun., June 19 Code: 2106 Noon-4 p.m. Meet at Far-Fetched Fishing Charter in Leland Harbor by Fishtown Instructor: Capt. Scott Anderson $99 per person

Clay Sculpture

(Grades 4–8) You’ll love this fun exploration with clay that combines the pinch, slab, and coil methods of hand-building. You’ll make useful items like bowls and candleholders; and decoratives like mobiles, gargoyles, and animal sculptures. Get inspired as you experience the flow of creativity from working with clay and glazes. Dress for an artsy mess. Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2107 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135 Instructor: Kate Fairman $89

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Checkmate!

Say It in Japanese!

CSI—Crime Detectives

DIY Bedroom Projects (Grades 4–8)

Video Game Creation with Scratch (Grades 4–8)

Rocket Science

Are you a fan of Pinterest? Do you love to find new ideas for things to create? Is your bedroom your preferred place to hang out at home? Combine these favorites for fun-filled days of project mania. Learn how to use Pinterest to find the best projects for your age and ability. Decorate a lamp, tie-dye fabric and sew a pillow, and even make a pom-pom rug. After this week, your bedroom will be even more unique, and scream YOU! Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2109 1-3 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $79

Produce your own video games, interactive stories, music, animation, and art with Scratch! Scratch is a programming language created at MIT that makes it easy to generate your own digital creations and even share them on the Web. Create and share Scratch projects and learn important mathematical and computation ideas at the same time. You’ll also learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively. Both options Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-Noon Kids on Campus week: Code: 2111 July 18-22 Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110A (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Kaitlyn Rickman Code: 2112 Option 2: Aug. 1-5 Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110A (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Kaitlyn Rickman $89 each option

(Grades 4–8) Join the world of Rooks, Knights, Bishops, Pawns, Kings and Queens. This class is designed for those who already know game essentials and to challenge intermediate students. You’ll stretch your skills with higher level strategies and tactics for opening, capturing, and winning—checkmate! Lessons crafted by some of the best chess minds are explained and practiced. Chess sets are provided for in-class use, but feel free to bring your own. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2108 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Val Domkiv $89

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(Grades 4–8) Discover Japan, “Land of the Rising Sun”! You’ll learn Japanese words and phrases as you explore the fascinating art and culture of this exotic island country. Learn the art of origami (paper folding), try your hand at shodo (Japanese calligraphy), read and write haiku (a poetry form), and practice using chopsticks. Read manga, watch animé, and discover how kids in Japan spend their days. “Nihongo O hanashimashoo!” Kids on Campus week: Code: 2110 Mon.-Thurs., July 18-21 9 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 218 Instructor: Rosemary Rokita $79

(Grades 5–8) Calling all detectives! There’s a mystery that needs to be solved. Become a crime lab expert for a week of hands-on science using super-sleuthing skills to solve a crime. Scour the crime scene for hair, DNA, and other evidence. Experiment with real CSI tools, techniques, and scientific methods to analyze fingerprints. Test for blood and crack codes using chromatography. Sharpen your observation and classification skills. It’s all in the evidence. Will you be the top-notch detective who solves the crime? Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2113 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Kim Schrader $89

(Grades 5–8) Build and launch your own rockets as you explore aerospace. What does it take to put a rocket into orbit? Why don’t planes fly into space? In addition to rocket construction, you’ll fly remote control helicopters and see remote flight demos from NMC’s Aviation Department, explore space survival, and examine food samples that flew during the Apollo missions (your instructor worked at NASA). The finale is a launch day field trip. Cost includes two rockets. Note: Meets requirements for the Boy Scout Space Exploration merit badge. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2114 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 218 Instructor: Gerry Swaney $95

Project Runway: Printed Circle Skirt

(Grades 5–8) Designers wanted! Begin by brainstorming the design of your fabric. Learn the basics of the elements of design as you create a unique design to print on your fabric. Once your fabric is printed, you’ll begin to construct your circle skirt. Review and sharpen basic sewing skills: pin and cut a pattern, operate a sewing machine, stitch and press seams while you make your uniquely designed skirt. You’ll also practice hand stitching techniques to embellish your outfit. Walk the runway on the last day to show off your awesome designs! Includes all materials. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2116 1-3 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Kristi Wodek $89

Rockets and Space Craft

(Grades 5–8) Space travel was once only a dream, but now it is a reality. From the Space X to the Millennium Falcon, space travel is alive and well in both reality and fiction. Build and launch a model rocket while exploring the differences between rockets and spacecraft in this week of hands-on fun. What will the spaceship of tomorrow look like? What can it do? What fuels it? Why does the USS Enterprise look different from an Imperial Cruiser? Part fiction, part technology, you’ll have fun exploring the design and function of these ships. Price includes rocket kit and launch day. Prerequisite: Rocket Science class or basic model construction skills. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2117 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Gerry Swaney $95

Hip-Hop Dance (Grades 5–8)

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This high-energy dance style is perfect for anyone with a passion to move! Learn to dance to upbeat music and the latest hits. Discover how to develop rhythm, flexibility, and precision in your muscle memory. Wear clean gym shoes. No dance experience required. Mon.-Thurs., June 27-30 Code: 2115 4-5:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 Instructor: Joedy Annis $49

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(Grades 5–8) Do you love to bake? And sew? Take your skills to new levels as you learn to sew your own one-of-a-kind apron and a cupcake-inspired stuffed pillow. Learn basic hand and machine sewing skills, how to cut fabric, and pin and iron seams—all to give you the confidence to work more independently. Then move to the kitchen where you’ll learn to decorate cupcakes with whimsical designs to serve guests on the last day runway show. No sewing experience required. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2118 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 222/224 Instructor: Kristi Wodek $89

Help your child (grades K–8) stay on top of language arts and/or math skills this summer with GRASP—guided at-home programs to help children retain critical skills. Whether you are home or on the road, these easy-to-use lessons go with you. • Affordable • $75 for one; $129 for both • Geared to child’s skill level • Financial aid is available

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VEX IQ Robotics

(Grades 5–8) Learn to design, build, program, and test a robot using the VEX IQ Robotics Kit. These robots are a step up from the LEGO® Mindstorms™ bots. Working in teams, you will be presented with various challenges throughout the week requiring you to design and redesign your robot and its programming to successfully complete each assigned task. Configure sensors to aid your robot with decision making and finish with the Ultimate Team Challenge where teams compete face to face. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2120 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3:30 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Philip Leete $129

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(Grades 5–8) Grab a Sharpie and make some bold art! Sharpie markers are a versatile art media which can be used on a variety of surfaces. Learn art techniques that will take your art to the next level while exploring work by today’s leading Sharpie artists. You’ll work on paper, plastic, rocks, and more. Bring your own white t-shirt for one of your project designs. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2119 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Adam VanHouten $79

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(Grades 5–8) Let’s go “old school” with these crafts that are making a BIG comeback. Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind string art design and create a weaving using a variety of colorful fibers. Try your hand at a tie-dye using bold, high-quality procion dyes, then learn knotting techniques to design a unique macramé. You’ll keep up with the current trends once you learn these cool techniques. Cost includes t-shirt. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2121 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Kristi Wodek $89

Doctors and Vets: Dissection (Grades 5–8) Put on your lab coat and gloves and get ready to explore the inside structures found in several specimens. Each day you’ll dissect a different subject and have the opportunity to look below the surface of an insect, crustacean, and fish. Identify the organs and learn to use dissection equipment whether you are curious about anatomy, animals, or simply a budding scientist. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2123 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 117 Instructor: Jamie Roster $89

LEGO® Mindstorms™ NXT— Robotic Adventure

(Grades 5–8) Enjoy this hands-on creative exploration of robotic structures that move, act, and think! Using the latest LEGO® Mindstorms™ NXT platform, you and a partner will construct, program, and test a simple robotic model with its programmable brick, wheels, gears, a motor that makes it move, and sensors that allow it to interact with its environment. The last day includes a demonstration/competition to show off your amazing robotic inventions. Mon.-Thurs., July 25-28 Code: 2122 1-3:30 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Scott Diment $99 “Being a Jr. Counselor is so much fun. Getting to work with the teachers and play with the kids is a great experience that you don’t get anywhere else.”

—Ashley Grice, Junior Counselor: Leaders in Training (see class on next page)

Junior Counselor: Leaders in Training

(Ages 12–15) Learn how to work with young children in a classroom setting and get real-life job experience. In this 3-day training, you’ll learn basic first aid, emergency response, classroom management, and leadership skills that will prepare you for potential volunteer options in College for Kids. Find out how to fill out an application and go through a real interview and get ready for future volunteer activities and employment. NOTE: Qualifying junior counselors will have an opportunity to assist an instructor one or two weeks during this summer’s College for Kids program. Tues/Wed/Thurs, Code: 2124 June 14-16, 1-4 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Julie Doyal $69

Glass Fusion

(Grades 6–9) Glass fusion is an exciting medium to create one-of-a-kind pieces of art. You’ll cut glass, create your own designs, and melt the glass in the kiln. The result is an interesting 3-dimensional image that makes a unique sun catcher. Small pieces of glass can be assembled to create a magical focal bead which will be painted, baked, and drilled to use for a necklace or smaller sun catcher. You will make two different types of sun catchers as well as a focal bead to take home. Mon.-Thurs., June 20-23 Code: 2125 9:30 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Debra Coburn $89

Print - Design - Sew (Grades 6–9) Have you ever wanted to print your own fabric? Add a new skill and a new accessory to your wardrobe this week. Learn about basic print design elements as you create your own design to print onto fabric. Then use your own printed fabric to make a one-of-a-kind small zippered handbag pieced with 3 to 4 different fabrics. Practice basic hand-sewing and machine-sewing techniques as well as how to put in a zipper. It’s easier than you think! Some sewing experience is helpful, but not required. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2126 1-3 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Kristi Wodek $89

App Attack! Make Your First Game App

(Grades 6–9) Take the first steps into the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app! Using a specialized app and game development tool, you’ll explore the world of web-based apps. In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and game development, you’ll see firsthand how the world of App publishing functions. Your created apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. No prior experience is necessary and you do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to take the class. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the week. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2127 1-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Jarred Araujo $135

Painting with Acrylics

(Grades 6–9) If painting is your passion, you’ll love exploring the possibilities of acrylic paints with artist Debra Coburn. Learn the technique of painting from a photograph to a canvas. Then take your skills up a notch with an inventive style of reverse painting onto Plexiglas. With each technique, you’ll sharpen your attention to detail and do color planning for a magical “wow” end result. Bring some of your favorite magazines as reference and inspiration; the best images are of simple objects like a flower, turtle, fish or landscape. Mon.-Thurs., June 27-30 Code: 2128 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Debra Coburn $75

Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp

(Grades 6–9) Want to play in a full rock band? Learn how to work as a member of a band while performing and recording music together. Discover how to read charts and blend your ideas as a band. You’ll learn three tunes together. The last day takes place in a first-rate recording facility so you can record your creation and take it home on a CD. Instruments needed are guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and percussion. Bring your own instrument (except drums and percussion). Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2129 10 a.m.-Noon The Beat Lab (3886 Cass Rd.) Instructor: Brad Novak $89

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Minecraft™ Designers

(Grades 6–9) If you love the game Minecraft™, but always wanted to design your own characters and buildings for your games, this is for you! Learn the basics of creating 3-D models using a new software to design your very own objects, create skins for characters, and import them into your favorite Minecraft™ games. To access your project at home, you must own a PC/ MAC version of Minecraft™. Tablet, phone, and game console version of Minecraft™ are not compatible. Parent email address is required to use 3-D modeling software. You will work in teams for most of the week. Option 1: Mon.-Fri. Code: 2130 June 27-July 1, 1-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Kids on Campus week: Code: 2131 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Andrew Sias $135 each option

Code Breakers

(Grades 6–9) Calling all future coders, programmers, and designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be the next Mark Zuckerberg or the high school student who just made $1 million dollars for programming in his/her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the week. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2132 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parson/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $135

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Smash-books, Journals and More (Grades 6–9)

“Minecraft is so fun and this class made it even better! I can do so much more now!.”

—Eva Lawson, Minecraft Designers (see class at left)

Make Your First 3-D Video Game

(Grades 6–9) Try this new version of a Black Rocket classic! Develop a game concept that goes well beyond the limitations of traditional 2-D game design. You’ll learn the physics behind 3-D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling flow of game play, and story telling. The games you and other students create will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2133 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $135

Are you constantly doodling, collecting quotes or starting stories? Design and make blank books that will be ready to fill in this studio-style class. Use machines including a Cricut, embosser, eyelet setter, binding machine, punches, and more will be at your disposal to create books, albums, journals, and more. Designer paper, colorful tape, eyelets, embellishments, and bling will help you personalize your journals. A different idea each day, but the freedom to fashion what you want. The sky is the limit on what you create and what you do with your creations. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2134 1-3 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Laura J. Wright $79

Minecraft™ Animators (Grades 6–9) Bring your favorite Minecraft characters to life in an animated short film. Learn how studios like Pixar and Disney make movies like Inside Out and Frozen using techniques like keyframing, tweening, texturing, and animating rigged 3-D models! Student projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. You do not need to own a Minecraft account to use the software in this class. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2135 1-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Kevin Skarnulis $135

Minecraft™ Modders (Grades 6–9) Use your favorite game to learn the basics of modding and the foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mod! Introductory coding is taught through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft. Student projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. To access their project at home, students must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2136 1-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Jared Araujo $135

Horse Whispering 101

(Grades 6–12) Do you like horses? Have you heard stories about horse whisperers and wish YOU could “talk” to a horse like that? Visit PEACE Ranch and learn the art and secrets of horse whispering. Each day includes hands-on activities with rescued horses to develop communication and partnership skills. Meet real horse whisperers, hear their stories and see them in action. Bring a snack, wear long pants and closetoed shoes. You will work with horses each day, but not ride them. Mon.-Thurs., July 11-14 Code: 2137 9 a.m.-Noon Meets at PEACE Ranch (2570 Hoosier Valley Rd.) Instructor: Jackie Kaschel $159

Perfect Your Phone Photography

(Grades 6–12) Is your phone always with you? Do you love taking photos to capture special moments and share on social media? Find out how to take better photos with your phone using enhanced apps that offer controls similar to an actual camera. Fine tune your basic photo skills of composition and shooting with intent. Discover how to apply filters over a photo to enhance a good photo rather than cover up a bad photo through editing apps. Learn to organize, save, store, print and share your photos through online apps, photo books, and slide shows keeping a continuous photo journal of your life. You’ll get a list of apps on Monday (cost not to exceed $10) to be purchased and downloaded at home for use in class Tuesday through Friday. Bring your smartphone every day. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2138 9 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 102 Instructor: Cathy Hartman $85

Wheel and Hand-built Pottery

(Grades 6–12) Discover the art of clay and the fun of shaping it with your hands. Learn to use the potter’s wheel and handbuilding techniques through demonstration, instruction, and lots of hands-on experience. In the NMC pottery lab, you’ll create interesting and useful objects using the wheel, coil, slab, and mold methods. Items will be fired at the end of the first week and be ready for glazing the following Tuesday. Time for pick-up of finished pieces will be arranged. Dress to get joyously messy. 6 days, 9 a.m.-Noon Code: 2139 Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 and Tues., July 19, 9 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Pottery Studio, Rm. 135 Instructor: Lisa Hockin $169

Actor’s Workshop

(Grades 7–10) Have you imagined yourself on stage? Learn the skills of dramatic performance through daily rehearsals of a one-act comedy play. Learn to project your voice, play a character, block (move around on stage), and memorize your lines. Demonstration and guided practice leads to a final performance for family and friends on the last day. Mon.-Fri., June 20-24 Code: 2140 1-4 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Theater Rm. 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom $99

Build a Computer (Grades 7–10) Using the innovative Kano Kit featuring the Raspberry Pi board, you will learn to build and program your very own computer with both the Python and Scratch programming language. You’ll build and modify games such as Minecraft and program various pieces of hardware as you explore ways to interact with and use your computer. On the last day, you’ll take home the computer you built along with a small independent project you worked on throughout the week. Cost includes $140 for computer components. Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2141 10 a.m.-Noon Parson/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 227 Instructor: John Velis $225

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Chemistry Connection

(Grades 7–10) Become a chemist for a week working in a college science lab conducting fascinating experiments. Bring your sense of adventure and creativity each day as you set up new experiments and observe experiments in process. You’ll stretch eggs beyond their limit, make hot ice, work with alum to create a crystal garden and conduct experiments with chromatography, acids, static electricity, moving molecules, sound waves, and more. You’ll investigate and make predictions while you mix and measure to collect data and test your hypothesis. Who knew science was so much fun! Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2142 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 117 Instructor: Rebecca Richardson $89

How It Works— “Under the Hood” on Cars

(Grades 7–10) Are you completely fascinated or even a little curious about how cars work? What happens under the car when you push the accelerator or touch the brakes? Take a look at the science and math hiding under the hood of the family auto. In the auto lab, you’ll explore the workings of an engine and brake system while learning the parts, functions, and processes that go to work every time that ignition fires and the wheels roll out the driveway. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2143 Mon. & Tues., July 18 & 19 10 a.m.-Noon NMC Automotive Service Tech Bldg. Rm. 104 (2510 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Wayne Moody $39

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Photography Workshop

(Grades 7–10) Attention aspiring photographers! Learn to use your camera as an imaginative tool to create exciting photographs. Gain experience shooting portraits, landscapes, close-ups, indoor scenes and more! Get professional tips on lighting, composing your pictures, points of view, framing, and important camera settings. After taking lots of photos, use the FREE open-source program GIMP to edit and enhance your images bringing them to a whole new level. Bring your camera, memory card, camera manual, card reader (or camera cord) and imagination. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2144 10 a.m.-Noon Great Lakes Campus Rm. 210 (715 E. Front St.) Instructor: Adam VanHouten $95

Tribute to David Bowie (Grades 7–10) Join this fun, inspirational, hands-on tribute to music legend David Bowie and his musical stylings. Explore an amazing range of music as you listen, learn, compose, play, and record in a fully equipped music lab. You’ll jam in a full band setting with guitars, drums, percussion, keyboards, vocals, and more. Further develop your own songwriting and music making by learning from one of the masters and classics like “Space Oddity” and “Changes.” Cost includes music, access to instruments and a performance studio, and a CD of the music produced in class. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2145 10 a.m.-Noon The Beat Lab (3886 Cass Rd.) Instructor: Brad Novak $89

Keyboarding: Learn to Type Faster

(Grades 7–10) Do you use one or two fingers to get yourself through your computer projects? Before you send another e-mail, write another letter, or start another report, you can learn to type—REALLY! Typing is an essential skill for getting along in this technological world. Have fun learning how to “touch type” with keyboard patterns, hand positions and typing techniques. You’ll be glad you did! Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2146 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Diane Kimmel $79

Survivor! Backcountry Skills

(Grades 7–10) Tribes vie for survival as you learn the skills necessary for success in the backcountry. You’ll use compass, maps, and GPS to find hidden caches and discover how to safely use backcountry gear and survival equipment. You’ll overcome challenges including having to cook a backcountry meal and “leave no trace” that you were there. Challenge yourself and your team to earn the title of Backcountry Survivor. Come prepared to be outdoors most of the week. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2147 1-3 p.m. Meet at the TBAISD Parking Lot at Grand Traverse Commons (ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Scott Birch $85

The Art in Science (Grades 7–10) Michelangelo is known as an artist, but did you know he was a scientist too? Experiment in the science lab with chemistry and physical concepts, using the tools of science: microscopes, stereoscopes, petri dishes, and more. Grab your sketch book, art pencils, and water colors as you examine the unique forms that are created as you conduct experiments in the science lab and create your art. This fun course amazes and inspires your explorations of science and art. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 8-12 Code: 2148 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Annette Johnson $95

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First Aid and CPR Training

(Grades 7–12) First Aid is a life skill that everyone should learn. Join Erin Claudio, certified EMT, for a week of hands-on learning. Practice CPR, learn how to respond in an emergency, go through real-life (staged) scenarios in both urban and outdoor settings, and feel more independent and confident in your ability to help in various job/life situations. You’ll also become familiar with what it takes to be an EMT. This is a great opportunity if you have any interest in a medical career. Code: 2149 Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 12:15-2:15 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 101 Instructor: Erin Claudio $79

(Grades 7–12) Have you ever wondered where Instagram gets all those interesting filters? Well, that creative app is rooted in instant film photography. Learn to combine the operation of a vintage Polaroid camera with modern technology to produce something you thought was impossible. Fine tune your composition techniques, apply them to the instant film and create unique artwork through a fun and easy alternative photographic process called “emulsion lift.” Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2151 10 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Melissa Bernazzani $95

Sketching on Location (Grades 7–12) Discover plein air drawing! Artists throughout history have escaped to the outdoors to become trained observers and inspire their own work. Grab your sketchbook and we’ll head outside where you’ll learn about the process of selecting a subject to sketch. Gain tips and techniques using a variety of drawing media from pencil to charcoal. Experiment with some of the fundamentals that will take your art to the next level. Bring a 9x12 or larger sketchbook and a regular pencil to the first class. All other materials will be provided. Mon.-Fri., July 25-29 Code: 2150 1-3 p.m. Great Lakes Campus Rm. 211 (715 E. Front St.) Instructor: Adam VanHouten $89

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Teens Love to Cook (Grades 7–12) Mama Mia! Be a chef in training in NMC’s teaching kitchen at Oleson Center this summer with all new recipes. Develop new skills, get fresh ideas, and enjoy daily tastings. Construct your own Sicilian pizza with a made-from-scratch yeast dough, homemade red sauce, pesto, and toppings. Prepare your own flaky pie crust, and prep apples and spices for apple pizza with vanilla drizzle. Sharpen your knife skills as you practice the technique of chiffonade with freshly grown herbs for a delectable pizza pasta. Finish the week with your own “death by chocolate” pizza! Cooking classes may not be appropriate for those with severe food allergies or special dietary needs. Both options Tues.-Fri., Aug. 2-5 Option 1: 9 a.m.-Noon Code: 2152 Option 2: 1-4 p.m. Code: 2153 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kathleen Merrill Leach $149 each option

Exploring Engineering Tech

(Grades 8–12) Explore the exciting and ever-changing engineering technology fields at NMC. Build electronic circuits, pilot a remote operated vehicle (ROV), fly an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), and more. Get a better understanding of what engineering technology has to offer and where the technology is headed. Enjoy hands-on experiences each day with practical knowledge in a fun, fast-paced environment. Cotaught by NMC staff who are experts in each area of engineering tech. Mon.-Thurs., June 27-30 Code: 2154 9 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 107 Instructor: Jason Slade $99

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Be a Bombshell Blogger

(Grades 8–12) Do you have a passion for fashion, food, photography, music, sports, finance, or travel? Would you like to share your story with others? Blogging is a great tool for sharing your ideas and interests with the world. This week will give you the start you need as you decide on a focus for your blog; look at samples of other teen and professional bloggers; explore avenues for how your blog can relate to a future career; practice stylizing and using your photos to enhance the stories on your blog; and explore expressing your passion through words, photos, videos, and conversations. Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2155 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Cathy Hartman $85

Computer Programming Using Java

(Grades 8–12) Have game programming or other computer adventures inspired you to learn more about computer programming? Enter the realm of serious programming by learning the basics of Java. You’ll create your first programs using the Java language which provides the operational code for many web applications and robotics. Using Greenfoot, you’ll learn about object modeling techniques to build skills and develop the logic and controls necessary to bring your program to life. A good understanding of Microsoft Windows is required. Mon.-Fri., July 11-15 Code: 2156 1-3 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $89

3-D Modeling and Printing

(Grades 8–12) Explore the exciting world of 3-D modeling using Solidworks Design software and a 3-D printer in NMC’s Modeling lab. Each day, you’ll build on what you’ve learned as you work with drawing, presentation environments, and assembly environments. You’ll design, build, and assemble a model to take home. Basic computer skills are needed—comfortable with menus, mouse, and keyboard. Bring a sack lunch for an outdoor noon-time break. Sat., July 23 Code: 2157 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 227 Instructor: Tom Dollar $79

Driverless Cars— Autonomous Vehicle Technology

(Grades 8–12) Join the fun as you explore the emerging world of driverless cars. Hear from a local engineer about this technical quest. Build a model car and program it as you learn about the concepts and technology used to make these cars a reality. Working in teams, you will be presented with various challenges throughout the week requiring you to design and redesign your car and its programming to successfully complete each assigned task. Configure sensors to aid your car with decision making and finish with the Ultimate Team Challenge where teams compete face to face. Cost includes Model Car Kit to take home ($75 value). Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2158 9:30 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Philip Leete $149

Build a VEX Clawbot

(Grades 8–12) Have you taken LEGO Mindstorms or VEX IQ class? Then you’re ready for the next level of robotic training. Advance your skills as you work in small teams to design and build a VEX Clawbot. You’ll then test, evaluate, and adjust your robot to navigate obstacles and complete challenges. Your team’s Clawbot will compete against other teams in class as you learn the fundamentals of programming an autonomous robot. Amazing fun! Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2159 1-3:30 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Philip Leete $129

CISCO for Techno Geeks

(Grades 8–12) Bits, bytes, protocols and DNS! Understanding and designing a computer network is fun and empowering, and it is how the world communicates. Cisco Academy is a leader in network computing, and you can learn all about computer networks right in NMC’s certified Cisco lab. This 3-day packed course will take you from basics of network bits and bytes, to setting up and configuring a network complete with routers, switches, wiring, and the protocols to make it all work together. The class is led by David Hosler, NMC Cisco Academy instructor. Bring a sack lunch each day. Tues/Wed/Thurs, Code: 2160 Aug. 9-11 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (with a 30-minute lunch break) Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: David Hosler $129

Fuel Cell Tech (Grades 9–12) Have you seen Honda’s newest car? It’s powered by a fuel cell! Work with Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells to produce hydrogen gas as well as electricity. Discover why this combination allows for clean energy power generation. Build, configure, and use a fuel cell to electrolyze water, generate hydrogen and oxygen gasses, and produce electricity without creating polluting byproducts. Run experiments and discuss how hydrogen and solar power could provide a solution to America’s energy issues. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2161 Mon.-Fri., July 18-22 1-3:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 218 Instructor: Rebecca Richardson $125

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Solar Tech

(Grades 9–12) You won’t get this type of training in high school! From the photovoltaic effect to getting hands-on with equipment, learn the essentials of solar electric power. Using the tools of the trade—digital cameras, compass, Solar Pathfinder, calculator, web-based software, and solar demonstration equipment—learn how the sun’s energy is converted to electric power (photovoltaic effect). You’ll even learn how to assess your home’s potential to be powered by the sun. Using a small-scale solar power system, evaluate how much power can be produced and what factors make a system work best. You must be at least 15 years old or entering 9th grade in the fall. Complete this course successfully and you’re qualified to take the NMC Solar Site Assessment Certification course when you turn 16. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 1-5 Code: 2162 1-3:30 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Rebecca Richardson $125

College Scholarships: How to Win!

(Grades 10–12) Searching and applying for scholarships is a daunting task and for those that are successful in securing a lot of scholarship dollars, it can feel like a part-time job. In this week of interactive and hands-on learning, you’ll find out how to best search and apply for scholarships, get tips and tools to help manage the process, craft required resumes and essays, and practice the “art” of an interview with a scholarship donor. Improve your chances of success! Mon.-Fri., June 27-July 1 Code: 2163 1-4 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 116 Instructor: Pam Palermo $49

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Car Care for Young Drivers

(Grades 10–12) A little knowledge can keep you safer, save you dollars and give you greater confidence when it comes to dealing with repairs. You’ll get hands-on practice as you learn to perform basic maintenance tasks. Become familiar with common warning sounds and visual clues. Learn what’s serious and what can wait, and how to communicate more effectively with the service technician when your car needs repairs. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2164 Mon.-Thurs., July 18-21 1-3 p.m., Aero Park Campus, NMC Automotive Service Tech Bldg. Rm. 104 (2510 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Wayne Moody $69

Self-Paced SAT Test Preparation

(for High School Sophomores and Juniors)

(Online) NMC’s new online SAT® prep program in partnership with Cambridge Education Services allows students to prep for this high-stakes exam over a 5-month time period. Students can work on their own, at their own pace, and when their schedule allows. All the lessons, quizzes, tests, and strategies are online. The course includes 30 sessions and focuses on ALL SAT subject areas (English, math, reading, and science). Students take practice tests as well as have an opportunity to go into all sections of the test to learn tips and hints, take quizzes for practice, and have a plan to successfully raise their scores on the SAT. You will have five months to complete it. Start anytime Code: 2173 Call (231) 995-1700 to register $295

About the instructors

Our qualified instructors have real-world experience. College for Kids instructors are certified teachers and coaches working in area schools, retired teachers, and other experts in their fields.They all work with children and have a passion for sharing their love of learning. Read biographies at nmc.edu/ees.

Support the College for Kids Scholarship Fund Want to help enrich a child’s life? Donate to the College for Kids scholarship fund at nmc.edu/kids.

Financial Aid Scholarships

College for Kids Limited funds are available to assist families meeting low-income requirements. To receive an application, please call Extended Education at (231) 995-1700. 1. Financial aid awards typically cover half the cost of each class for a maximum of three classes per child (as funds allow). Awarded amount does not exceed $50 per class. 2. To apply, please submit: • completed financial aid application • registration form • payment (half of the cost of each class). 3. Upon receipt of all three above, students will be enrolled in requested classes. You will only be notified if you do not qualify for a scholarship; you may then pay the remaining cost or cancel the reserved spaces at least 10 CALENDAR DAYS prior to the class and receive a full refund of the amount paid.

NMC Extended Education Staff

NMC-EES Interim Director – Don Cunningham Program Coordinators – Julie Doyal, Laura Matchett & Bill Queen Publications – Maureen Carlson Registration/Information—Jackie Schenk Marketing and Design – Hillary Voight 231-995-1700 Extended Education Office

Refund Policies

Adult Classes 1. If NMC cancels a course, you’ll receive a 100% refund. 2. If you must drop a course, call 995-1700. Refund amount is determined by the date of the request. For a full refund contact the EES office at least 3 BUSINESS DAYS prior to your class start date. 3. For courses with 7 or more sessions, you may receive a partial refund if you drop prior to the second session. 4. If you are unable to attend a course and have missed the refund deadline, you may request up to a 50% credit toward a future class by calling the office (995-1700) within one week of the start of the missed course. 5. Academic courses taken as noncredit are subject to academic refund policies. College for Kids 1. If NMC cancels a course, you’ll receive a 100% refund. 2. If you must drop a course, call 995-1700. Refund amount is determined by the date of the request. For a full refund contact the EES office at least 10 CALENDAR DAYS prior to your class start date. 3. If you must drop a course 4 to 9 CALENDAR DAYS prior to the start date of the course, you are eligible for a 50% credit toward another College for Kids class, valid for one year. Call (231) 995-1700 to request the credit. 4. Courses dropped with less notice are not eligible for refund or partial credit. Please do notify our office if your child is unable to attend as a courtesy to the instructor. 5. In some instances, you may be able to send another child in place of the enrolled student. For authorization, call (231) 995-1700 and provide all relevant information.

Student Policy and Nondiscrimination Policy If you have a special need or require an accommodation to meet requirements of a course, contact the Instructional Support Center at (231) 995-1038 or 995-1139. Enrollment in an Extended Education course does not confer upon the enrollee admitted student status in NMC’s degree or certificate programs. Noncredit students with specific concerns not resolved with an instructor or the EES staff may take issues directly to the Director of EES. Northwestern Michigan College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities and admissions. www.nmc.edu/nondiscrimination

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Adult Registration Form (for children, use form on next page)

Name_____________________________________________________________Male ❑ Fem. ❑ Birth Date___________________ Email________________________________________________ Home Mailing Address_____________________________________________________________ City________________________________________ State________ Zip______________________ Home Phone (______)_____________________ Day/Cell Ph. (______)_____________________ CODE / CRN

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Online: www.nmc.edu/ ees (credit card or debit card) need student ID and password for each student (LIFE Discount is not available if registering online) Phone: 231-995-1700 (credit or debit card) Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Fax: 231-995-1708 (credit card, debit card or purchase order)

Total

❑ Cash ❑ Check (payable to NMC)

❑ VISA/MasterCard/Discover No.____________________________________________________ ❑ LIFE Discount applies (age 62+ and resident of Grand Traverse County) Exp. Date____________ Phone: (231) 995-1700 (credit card only) or fax to: (231) 995-1708 (credit card only) Mail: NMC-EES, 1701 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686-3061 Walk-in: Extended Education office at NMC University Center, Cass Road

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Adult Registration Form (for children, use form on next page)

Name_____________________________________________________________Male ❑ Fem. ❑ Birth Date___________________ Email________________________________________________

Mail: NMC-EES, 1701 E. Front St., Traverse City, MI 49686-3061 include payment (credit or debit card, check, or purchase order) In person: Register yearround, Mon.-Fri, 8 am-5 pm, at Extended Education in north wing of NMC University Center on Cass Road in Traverse City (between 14th Street and S. Airport Road) Payment is required with registration

Home Mailing Address_____________________________________________________________ City________________________________________ State________ Zip______________________ Home Phone (______)_____________________ Day/Cell Ph. (______)_____________________ CODE / CRN

❑ Cash ❑ Check (payable to NMC)

COURSE TITLE

COST

❑ VISA/MasterCard/Discover No.____________________________________________________ ❑ LIFE Discount applies (age 62+ and resident of Grand Traverse County) Exp. Date____________

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Want updates about upcoming classes and events?

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Child Registration Form

(for adults, use form on previous page)

(please print)

Child’s full name__________________________________________________________________ Child’s date of birth_______________________ Male ❑ Female ❑

Grade (fall 2016)_______

Mailing address___________________________________________________________________ City/State__________________________________________________Zip___________________ Parent name______________________ Parent email_____________________________________ Home Phone _______________________ Cell____________________ Day__________________

College for Kids Parent checklist ❑ If registering ONLINE, use your child’s NMC ID & Password, not your own. Call (231)995-3020 for ID & Password help. ❑ Inform us at the time of registration if your child has a physical, medical, or learning need so we can assure they have a good experience. ❑ Make sure the teacher and your child have a reliable phone number to contact you. ❑ Drop off no earlier than 10 minutes ahead of class time. NMC doesn’t have staffing resources to supervise children who are left early or picked up late. Please be prompt for pick up. ❑ Inform the teacher if someone else will be picking up your child. Discuss pick-up arrangements with your child prior to class. ❑ Let children know that appropriate behavior is expected. Parents will be contacted if a child is disruptive.

Emergency Contact________________________________ Phone__________________________

CODE NO.

COURSE TITLE

DATE

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COST

(4-digit number)

❑ My child has no special needs or requirements

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❑ My child’s special needs are (list medical conditions, learning disabilities, severe allergies, other special needs):_____________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________ Medications taken regularly: ___________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________

❑ Registration form and full payment enclosed ❑ Scholarship application, registration form, and partial payment enclosed, amount paying $ ________ (use scholarship application to calculate your amount)

❑ Cash ❑ Check (Payable to NMC) ❑ Credit Card No.____________________________________________________ Exp._________ Cardholder’s Name__________________________________ CCV# (3 digits on back)_________

• Online: www.nmc.edu/kids • Phone: (231) 995-1700 • Fax: (231) 995-1708 • Mail: NMC-EES, 1701 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686-3061 • In Person: Extended Education office, NMC University Center, Cass Road, T.C.

Check the website for updates throughout the summer for filled classes, added classes, and cancellations. www.nmc.edu/kids

By registering a child in this program, I authorize and acknowledge permission for video, digital, or still photography made with the child’s image to be applied to a variety of uses by Northwestern Michigan College (NMC). Such uses may include, but are not limited to, college web pages, printed brochures, broadcasting, and/or other forms of electronic transmission. Names will not be identified with images.

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EASY SIGN-UP Registration forms on previous page 1) ONLINE: www.nmc.edu/ees 2) PHONE: 231.995.1700 3) MAIL: forms + info pgs. 76-77 4) IN PERSON: University Center 5) FAX: 231.995.1708 Office Hours: M-F 8 am-5 pm Phone Hours: M-F 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Main Campus - 1701 E. Front Street Aero Park Campus Parsons-Stulen Bldg. - 2600 Aero Park Dr. Aero Park Labs Bldg. - 2525 Aero Park Dr. Automotive Tech Bldg. - 2510 Aero Park Dr. University Center Campus - 2200 Dendrinos Dr. Extended Education Office - North wing, main floor Great Lakes Campus 715 E. Front St.

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