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Voyage to the Bottom of the Bay July 18 pg. 7

LIFE Picnic: Murder Road Trip July 27 pg. 7

Lighthouse Discovery Tour July 31 pg. 7

Sky View—An Aviation Adventure Aug 7 pg. 7

Shoreline Habitats Aug 16 pg. 8

Lighthouse Cruise Sept. 11 pg. 7

Special Events

180 classes in June • July • Aug page 24

Contents

Arts and Music 16 Glass fusion, watercolor, beading, pottery

College for Kids 24 180 choices for ages 4 to 17

Computer 11 Microsoft applications, photo editing, mobile technology

Culinary 4 20 tasty topics

Energy and Construction 15 Solar, wind, energy forum, tours

Fitness and Wellness 20 Yoga, exercise, dance, personal growth

Home and Garden 6 Shade gardening, pruning, home repair

Global and Local Issues 19 Monthly lectures, Iran, America

Language and Writing 19 Spanish, German, poetry, publishing, revision

LIFE Academy 6-10 Enrichment classes for age 50+

Online Classes 12 Over 250 options

Personal Interest 2 Recreation, photography, and more

Professional Development 10 CNA, workplace coaching, autism treatments

Special Interest 18 Lighthouse tours, exploring the bottom of the bay

Instructor Biographies 43

Registration Forms 47

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Lighthouse Get-Away ........................pg. 7

Ultimate Cottage Office ..................pg. 14

Autism Treatments ..........................pg. 10

Taste of Italy ...................................pg. 5, 6

Watercolor: Rivers ...........................pg. 16

Photo Walk at GT Commons ..........pg. 3

27 new courses in all !

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NMC Board of Trustees:Robert T. Brick, ChairWilliam D. Myers, Vice ChairDouglas S. Bishop, SecretarySusan K. Sheldon, TreasurerK. Ross Childs Cheryl Gore Follette Walter J. Hooper NMC President, Timothy J. Nelson

Mailing Address-Traverse City1701 East Front StreetTraverse City, MI 49686Phone (231) 995-1135Toll Free (800) 748-0566www.nmc.edu

Personal InterestRecreation Photography Culinary Home and Garden Life Academy

Recreation Close-to-Home Hikes— Women and the Woods EEPA226

Enjoy the wonder of the forest trail by experienc-ing three great nature hikes. Build confidence for hiking by learning the essentials for staying safe, comfortable, and “found”. Along the trail your guide will introduce you to wild flowers and other woods wonders. By the end of the series, you will know your way around several local trails (with maps), have acquired basic “woods smarts,” and have met potential hiking buddies. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots, and bring a water bottle. First hike meets at the trailhead to the Reffitt Preserve (located across from the TART Trail at Three Mile and Parsons Road. 3 Thurs., May 31-June 14 Code: 12168 5:30-7 p.m., First hike meets at the trailhead to the Reffitt Preserve (located across from the TART Trail at Three Mile and Parsons Road) Instructor: Fran Perkett Cost: $45

Recreational Tree Climbing EEPA178

Ever wanted to climb a tree, but couldn’t figure out how to get up to the first branches? Learn to use arborist’s climbing equipment and techniques and ascend into the canopies safely. Equipment is pro-vided. Bring a sack lunch and drinking water. Dress for the weather with comfortable clothing and leave the part of you that’s “old enough to know better” at home! For adults and children age 8 and up (chil-dren must be enrolled with an adult). Indicate your harness (waist) size when you register: lg=36-40”; med=33-35”; sm=23-32”; kid=up to 26”. Meets at Cedar Run Creek Natural Area parking lot (direc-tions: head west on Front St., to traffic light at Cedar Run Rd.; turn right on Cedar Run and go 7.4 miles; turn left on Cedar Lake Rd. and follow it 3/4-mile to the Natural Area parking lot.)Option 1: Sat., Aug. 4 Code: 11509 Option 2: Sun., Aug. 5 Code: 11510 9 a.m.-3 p.m., meet at Cedar Run Creek Natural Area (off Cedar Run Road) Instructor: Dick Flowers Cost: $49 each option (includes manual)

Fly Fishing: An Introductory Workshop EEPA376

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. Mon., June 4, 6-9 p.m. Code: 12165 University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Chuck Hawkins Cost: $75

Sailing Basics: Section 1 EEPA272

Learn the basics of sailing in a classroom environ-ment. You’ll learn the terminology and theory of sailing as well as boating safety, boat design, sailing physics, tactical training, and rudimentary naviga-tion skills. You’ll discover the world of sailing and learn about local resources and sailing programs to help “plug you in” to local sailing events. Course fee includes the text: Start Sailing Right.Tues. & Thurs., July 24 & 26 Code: 11507 6-8 p.m., University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Stewart McFerran Cost: $65, includes text

Sailing Experience on the Water: Section 2 EEPA273

Put the sailing tactics learned in session 1 into prac-tice under the watchful eye of your instructor. You’ll learn to rig, hoist, and trim the sails. You’ll practice tacking, jibbing, reaching and close hauling, but hopefully no turtling. Dress to get wet and have fun testing your new skills in this two-hour sailing les-son. Details discussed and dates arranged in Section 1. Limit 4 per session.Week of July 27-Aug. 3 Code: 11508 (actual date arranged with instructor) Instructor: Stewart McFerran Cost: $35

Recreational Kayak Safety EEPA379

Would you know what to do if your kayak flipped? Do you know how to get back onboard in deep water? Learn important self rescue techniques: how to brace, how to exit and re-enter your boat and empty the water, so you can continue on your jour-ney. Discover important safety gear; what to have handy, and how to use it. Learn and practice simple but effective ways to plan for safe use of your kayak this summer. Includes important information about weather, dress, cold water, and deep water paddling. Register two people and save $9 (discount not avail-able if registering online). Bring your kayak, paddle, and life jacket. Sat., July 21, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Code: 11505 Meet at Hull Park Boat Launch (on Hannah St., west of Woodmere Ave.) Instructor: Eric Clone Cost: $39

Great Lakes Fishing Charter: Catch and Cook EEPA385

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 king salmon, steelhead, or lake trout. Your catch will be filleted at Carlson’s Market. Cap off the day as you enjoy your catch, served with a Lake Michigan flare by the Riverside Inn in Leland. The trip is limited to six participants. It is cool on the open water, so dress warmly. Please register at least one week before class.Sat., June 16, 12:30-7 p.m. Code: 12159 Meet at Far-Fetched Fishing Charter in Leland Harbor by Fishtown Instructors: Captain Scott Anderson & The Riverside Inn, Leland Cost: $155

Introduction to Rowing EEPA387

Rowing is a perfect sport for those looking for great outdoor, on-the-water exercise, along with competi-tive and social aspects. Rowing exercises all of the major muscle groups and because of its smooth, rhythmic motions, offers non-impact aerobic and muscular conditioning while providing opportunity for improved balance and greater flexibility. Topics covered include: overview of the sport, equipment, safety, conditioning guidelines, and the possibili-ties for participation. Depending upon weather and water conditions, you may have an opportunity to give it a try. Designed for adult men and women of all ages and abilities with no previous rowing experience. You must be a competent swimmer to participate.Sat., June 9, 4-7 p.m. Code: 12163 Fountain Point Resort (990 S. Lake Leelanau Dr.) Instructor: Erik Zehender Cost: $59

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1 and 2-Day Adventures• NorthernMichiganGeology July 16 pg. 8

• GhostTownsofSleepingBear June 14, Sept. 13 pg. 6

• LighthouseGet-Away Sept. 11 pg. 7

• LakeMich.ShorelineHabitats Aug. 16 pg. 8

• SkyView–AnAviationAdventure Aug. 16 pg. 7

• VoyagetotheBottomoftheBay July 18 pg. 7

• LighthouseDiscoveryTour July 31 pg. 7

Knot Your Average Class EEPA438

Summer beckons us outside to camp, boat, work on the house, or work in the yard. Knots are an es-sential part of these activities. Take your skills up a “knotch” and learn the basics of knot-tying from the different materials, the limitations, the uses, the care, and finally the actual tying. Learn to choose the right knot for the right job whether it’s for sailing, rescue, camping, tying down cargo, and more. Tues., June 26, 6-8 p.m. Code: 11488 University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Bo Burke Cost: $25

Basic Bike Maintenance EEPA293

Whether you ride on the local trails, or are simply cruising town, gain important bicycle repair skills in this hand-on course for “do-it-yourselfers”. Move beyond basic bicycle first aid as you learn how to properly inspect, clean and lubricate your bike and chain, adjust the drivetrain, and tune-up your brakes. Cost includes the Big Blue Book of Bike Repair, a $20 value. Thurs., June 28, 6-8 p.m. Code: 11489 Aero Park Campus, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Chris Remy Cost: $49, includes book

Re-kindling Traditional Skills: Making Fire EEPA439

The ability to utilize the element of fire is something that helps define us as human beings. Yet the majori-ty of people have lost this ancient connection, taking for granted the many ways this relationship allows us to thrive as a cultured species. Through hands-on experience with primitive fire-making techniques such as the hand-drill and bow-drill methods, we will work to reignite this ancestral ability and under-standing. Students will learn how to use and build their own fire making kits with natural materials from the local landscape. Thurs., Aug. 2, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Code: 11503 HumaNature Center (1200 W. 11th St., Ste. 112, TC) Instructor: Matt Miller Cost: $55

Aviation OpportunitiesOne-day “Sky View—An Aviation Adventure” is Aug. 7. This new course includes flight time in a 5-passenger Aztec; details on page 7.

Note: First-class instruction is available to the gen-eral public, with or without enrollment in a degree program. For information, call NMC Aviation at 995-1220 or visit the website www.nmc.edu/aviation

Photography Understanding Your Digital Point-and-Shoot Camera EEAC639

Point-and-shoot digital cameras are powerful picture making tools. Learn how to identify and use basic and advanced functions of your digital camera. This hands-on class explains white balance, flash modes, quality settings, and other functions. Uploading im-ages to your computer or online storage options will also be explored. Some basic camera owners won’t have access to all features described, but there’s something for everyone! Bring your digital camera with a fully charged battery, a memory card, and your user manual. Tues., June 26, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11432 University Center Rm. 217 Instructor: Chris Doyal Cost: $45

Understanding Your DSLR Camera EEAC640

Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras are far more complex than their film counterparts. Learn how to take better photos as well as identify and ad-just basic and advanced functions of your new DSLR camera. Gain an understanding of exposure basics and clarify many of your camera’s settings such as ex-posure modes, the histogram, and much more. Bring your digital camera with a fully charged battery, a memory card, your user manual and your questions.Tues., June 19, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11433 University Center Rm. 217 Instructor: Chris Doyal Cost: $45

Nature Photography EEAC717

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. You will also 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.Thurs., May 31, 6-9 p.m. Code: 12189 University Center Rm. 217 Instructor: Charles St. Charles Cost: $49

Photo Walk at Grand Traverse Commons EEAC735

Do you want to take photographs that are more poignant? A photo walk is a great way to gain con-fidence and practice skills so you’ll be ready on your next adventure or vacation. Stroll around the Grand Traverse Commons side-by-side with pho-tographer, Adam VanHouten and learn how to see photographic opportunities in any location. Acquire valuable tips and proven techniques that will help you capture the world around you like a photogra-pher. End the evening with a chance to critique the day’s photo shoot. You should be familiar with your camera and have basic photography knowledge. Thurs., June 28, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11436 Meet at Cuppa Joe’s at Grand Traverse Commons (1200 W. 11th St., Ste. 101, TC) Instructor: Adam VanHouten Cost: $45

Transform Your Ordinary Photographs EEAC734

Are you interested in editing your digital photo-graphs but don’t know where to start? Using Gimp, a free and open source pixel based software, learn how to transform your ordinary photographs into new artistic statements. Create black and white pho-tographs while leaving one object in color, retouch the skin and eyes in portraits, and change photo-graphs into sketches and oil paintings. Bring a flash drive with a variety of digital pictures for the projects mentioned above and be ready to get creative.Tues., July 24, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11434 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Adam VanHouten Cost: $49

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Culinary Whether you’re a serious home cook, a culi-nary school hopeful, or just looking to sharp-en your cooking skills, our classes will put you on the right path. Taught by local chefs and food aficionados in a state-of-the-art class-room kitchen, each class features up-to-date culinary tips and tasty recipes. We continue to offer tried and true favorites as well as new seasonal courses to keep things fresh. In our small classes, you’ll interact with others and come away energized about cooking! Bring take-home containers and a clean apron to each class.

Cupcakes: Sweet Inspirations EEFO395

(For an adult and child age 9+)You and your child will have a blast decorating cup-cakes with colorful and whimsical designs: clowns, ladybugs, pigs and more. Learn the tricks the pros use get hands-on practice making and coloring but-tercream icing and using a pastry bag with a variety of tips. Bring a dozen cupcakes and your appetite. Icing and tips are provided.Option 1: Sat., June 2, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 12213 Option 2: Thurs., July 19, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11525 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Julia Slack Cost: $49 each option (includes 1 adult & 1 child)

Indian Curries and Pilafs EEFO330

Discover the anatomy of classic Indian curries and rice pilafs and become more comfortable using spices and curry masalas to create the complex, sat-isfying flavors of India. Learn to prepare dishes that are easy, but big in flavor like tomato-based chick-pea masala, coconut-based Goanese cauliflower and potato curry, and onion-spice-based Moti Matal shrimp. Add a side of coconut vegetable pilaf, fra-grant basmati pilaf with whole spices or crispy fried onion pilaf and even your spice-avoiding friends will ask for more!Wed., June 6, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11926 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nancy Krcek Allen Cost: $75

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Cooking with Fresh Spring Herbs EEFO444

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 combination of herbs. Herbed biscuits with an herb infused butter transforms an ordinary meal into something extraordinary. Even the natural sweet taste of fruit is heightened when mixed with herbs. Also included: tips on growing and freezing herbs, when to cut, and how to store fresh herbs. Mon., June 4, 6-9 p.m. Code: 12150 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Cheryl Janz Cost: $69

Italian Wine Dinner EEFO420

When people think about Italian Food, they think red sauces and red wines, but Italy’s food and drink are much more varied than that! Discover and pre-pare delectable delights to pair with wines from all regions of Italy. Enjoy a glass of Sangiovese with the sweet sausage and fire roasted peppers of Pollo di Scarpariello. Pair Chianti with Tagliatelle Bolognese and savor how it makes the sauce richer and deeper in flavor. Top off the evening with a classic Italian dessert and Moscato d’Asti. Tues., June 5, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11916 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Mickey Cannon Cost: $69

Sushi Rolls EEFO219

Learn to create great authentic sushi for your next eating event. Three kinds of sushi are featured: Japa-nese traditional, California style, and hand-rolled (Temaki-zushi). Chef Misaeng, a native of Japan, guides this hands-on class including tips on ingredi-ent selection, preparation, and serving ideas. Leave with new skills, samples you prepared in class, and your own sushi mat to make sushi at home. Option 1: Sat., June 9, 11 a.m-2 p.m. Code: 11929 Option 2: Sat., Aug. 18, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11526 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Misaeng Suh Liggett Cost: $69 each option

Eggs: From Start to Finish EEFO451

Quiche, Strata, custard and meringues! What a great way to start your day or end a meal and it all begins with the egg. Learn how to make a basic quiche. These luscious egg pies can easily be adapted to suite individual tastes by creatively adding your choice of meats or veggies. Discover the simplicity of a Frittata, the Italian omelet. Learn the art of cara-melizing as you prepare a decadent crème brulee. Celebrate spring with delicate melt-in-your-mouth meringues topped with fresh berries and homemade whipping cream. Wed., June 13, 6-9 p.m. Code: 12152 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Brian Kissel Cost: $69

Indian Breads and Chutneys EEFO354

Great taste and exotic flavors go hand in hand. Learn how to roll and cook several Indian bread doughs from spiced-potato paratha (pan-fried flat bread) and flaky spinach-chili paratha to crispy lentil and rice dosa (Indian crepes). Discover the flavor combinations of three types of fresh and cooked chutneys like mango-lime and cilantro-cashew. Ex-perience the world of Indian flavor as you sample your breads and condiments. Thurs., June 14, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11928 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nancy Krcek Allen Cost: $75

Summer Grilling EEFO359

What’s summer without a cookout? Find out how to grill like a pro from local chef, Jim Morse, and gain preparation and cooking techniques and purchasing tips. Learn to prepare, marinate, and grill meats, fish, vegetables, and even fruit and cheese—all on your home grill. You’ll also learn to smoke meats and vegetables. Explore beverage pairings to make each meal a celebration of summer tastes. Mon., June 18, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11922 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Jim Morse Cost: $75

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Ceviche EEFO453

Life can be deliciously easy in the summer. Learn how to prepare seafood without turning on the stove or the grill. Discover ceviche; bite-sized pieces of very fresh fish or shellfish “cooked” by the acid in fresh citrus juice, rather than by heat. Prepare a clas-sic ceviche with salmon and scallops spiced with chilies and finished off with avocado and fresh-from-the-garden tomatoes. You will also create a cevi-che with an Asian influence using coconut cream, pineapple, ginger, chilies and red bell pepper. You’ll make fresh tortilla chips to accompany these dishes.Wed., June 20, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11406 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Cheryl Janz Cost: $69

Rubs and Marinades EEFO391

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 tender-izing quality of a marinade or the crusty zip of a rub, poultry, meat, fish, and vegetables all benefit from time spent in these zesty sauces and dry mixes. From an ultra-quick cherry barbeque sauce to an apple-in-fused Asian marinade, you’ll add excitement to your flame-kissed meals with these grill-friendly recipes.Mon., June 25, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11408 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nikki Lennox Cost: $59

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Let’s Do Brunch EEFO415

Hosting your next friend, family, or holiday gathering? Do brunch! Learn to make restaurant-quality dishes including the classic Eggs Benedict, dried cherry scones with orange glaze, savory crêpes stuffed with ricotta cheese and wild mushrooms. Finish off on a sweet note with dark chocolate and banana stuffed French toast. Enjoy not only new skills and recipes, but also the mouth-watering samples. Wed., June 27, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11410 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Mary Reh Cost: $65

Taste of Italy: Regional Antipastos EEFO456

Have you ever had a summer vegetable strudel with eggplant, basil, and roasted tomatoes? Does the mention of an herb and parmesan flan make your mouth water? Explore the traditional tastes and fla-vors of Italy with Chef Janene Silverman who lives in Italy but spends her summers in Traverse City. Learn how to prepare and taste the delights from different regions in Italy from Sicilian caponata to gorgonzo-la-filled baked onions from Lombardia. Sample your delectable results in class and take home traditional, simple Italian recipes to enjoy all summer long. Mangiamo Antipasti!Wed., July 18, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11411 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Janene Silverman Cost: $69

Taste of Japan EEFO442

Discover authentic Japan! Learn the basics of Japa-nese home cooking and explore its culture through its cuisine. Create traditional dishes under the expert guidance of Chef Misaeng Suh, a Japanese native. Learn how to make dashi, a rich and flavorful stock that serves as the basis for many dishes. Master the art of tempura using vegetables and shrimp com-plete with dipping sauce. You will also prepare miso soup, teriyaki chicken, and green bean salad with sesame dressing. Sat., July 21, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11414 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Misaeng Suh Cost: $69

Cool Summer Soups EEFO454

Soup makers welcome the warm weeks of summer because of the wealth of sun-ripened seasonal ingre-dients: tomatoes, corn, cucumbers, cherries, peach-es and more. Cold soups are the perfect antidote for soaring temperatures and lighter meals. Discover how to create texture contrasts in soups as you pre-pare a variety of refreshing soups including peach, herbed cucumber with toasted almonds, and a tangy cherry gazpacho. You’ll also learn techniques to thicken a soup. Add a fresh salad or loaf of bread and you have the perfect summer meal. Tues., July 24, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11415 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Cheryl Janz Cost: $69

Summer Rolls and Dipping Sauces EEFO443

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, veg-etables, 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. Wed., Aug. 1, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11426 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Cheryl Janz Cost: $69

Curds and Whey Workshop EEFO455

Home-made cheeses are fresher and less expensive to make than store-bought. Find out how easy it is to make your own fresh cheese successfully. Stretch your imagination to create new flavoring combina-tions while you control what’s in your cheeses. With a few simple tools, you’ll prepare fresh cheeses like ricotta, Indian paneer, Greek-style feta, chevre and Ethiopian ayib (buttermilk cheese) with goat’s and cow’s milk. Sample some of the finished cheeses in class and go home with delicious new recipes to try throughout the year.Tues., Aug. 7, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11427 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nancy Krcek Allen Cost: $69

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Taste of Italy: Regional Pastas EEFO457

Join Chef Janene Silverman as she shares her culi-nary experiences gained from her years living in Ita-ly. Come get your hands sticky and give your biceps a workout kneading flour and eggs to form artisan pastas from a variety of Italian regions: trennete by twisting small pieces of pasta as in Liguria, stangozzi by rolling thin strands as in Umbria, and agnolotti by filling and pinching as in Piemonte. Toss with our own local summer ingredients and extra virgin olive oil for a delicious meal. Venite, imparate e mangiate! Buon Apetito!Thurs., Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11429 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Janene Silverman Cost: $69

Juicing demonstration and tasting - see pg. 21

Can It, Freeze It, Preserve It EEFO393

Would you like to enjoy the fruits of your labor lon-ger? 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 syr-ups while you pick up tips and other techniques to stretch out the bounty of summer. Mon., Aug. 20, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11431 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nikki Lennox Cost: $69 (includes canning book)

Home and Garden Home Repair and Maintenance for Women EEHF288

Tired of having to call someone in to do those little home repairs you feel you could do yourself? Learn lots of useful skills to attend to the tasks required to maintain your home. You will work hands-on with things like drains, faucets, doors, windows, and dry-wall to make adjustments and repairs. Learn the safe use of basic tools while learning to repair, adjust, and replace common household fixtures. 3 Sat., June 2, 9, 16, 1-3:30 p.m. Code: 12073 Aero Park Laboratories Bldg., Rm. 101 Instructor: Kent Wiejaczka Cost: $85

Renting Your Residential Property EEHF463

Interested in renting a property you own? Are you thinking of purchasing a property to lease? Learn what every landlord in Michigan needs to know in-cluding state and federal housing laws, fair housing requirements, responsibilities for upkeep and repair of property, advertising and showing properties and a detailed review of required lease documents. Reduce liability in your property management.3 Thurs., May 31-June 14, 6-9 p.m. Code: 12045 University Center Rm. 12 Instructor: Bob Moir Cost: $99

Shade Garden Pizzazz EEHF254

There is no need for your shady garden to be plain green and blah! Enjoy a cup of coffee while we show you outstanding plants that provide foliage color and flowers as well as texture and form. Tour a delightful shade garden and then practice what you learned as we all arrange shrubs and perennials into a showy shady garden. Bring a folding chair and dress for the weather. Class is held rain or shine.Sat., June 16, 8:30-10 a.m. Code: 12059 Bellwether Gardens (Take M-22 8 miles north of Traverse City to Shady Lane; turn west; go 1/3 mile to NW corner of Shady Lane and Elm Valley) Instructor: Gail & Bart Ingraham Cost: $29

Pruning Trees and Shrubs EEHF257

Does the idea of pruning woody plants arouse fear and confusion in you? Get over it as Bart Ingraham, master gardener and professional pruner, walks you through the what, when, why, and how of pruning. Become familiar with the tools of the trade and get some hands-on practice so you leave with the con-fidence to tackle your home landscape. Bring your pruners and a folding chair. Dress for the weather; we will meet outdoors rain or shine. Wed., June 20, 8-11 a.m. Code: 12060 Bellwether Gardens (Take M-22 8 miles north of Traverse City to Shady Lane; turn west; go 1/3 mile to NW corner of Shady Lane and Elm Valley) Instructor: Bart Ingraham Cost: $45

Dog Training: Improving Behavior EEED404

Beginning with a review of some of the concepts of basic obedience, you will build on this foundation to develop the trust and responses you want from your dog. Identify the causes of unwanted behavior and learn techniques to modify while applying posi-tive reinforcement. Bring your dog and leash.4 Tues., May 29-June 19, 6:30-8 p.m. Code: 12043 Acme Creek Kennel (5311 Bunker Hill Rd.) Instructor: Brad Thomas Cost: $65

Ghost Towns of Sleeping Bear Dunes— A One-Day Adventure EESA616

Ghost towns captivate our imaginations as we stand in the midst of a town site and envision the bustle of times past. Who were the people and what were their lives like? Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake-shore is home to several ghost towns. Glen Haven’s an example of a logging village in its heyday. Dis-cover the towns, what happened to them, and the people who lived there. The park adventure begins at the National Lakeshore Visitor Center. Van trans-portation is provided from the University Center to Empire and throughout the park (you may prefer to meet the group at the Visitor Center). We’ll travel to several ghost towns exploring areas of the park very few people find. Includes lunch, transportation, and all-day teacher and guide. Wear comfortable shoes and bring your camera. Option 1: Thurs., June 14 Code: 12182 Option 2: Thurs., Sept. 13 Code: 11528 Both meet 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (8 a.m. Van transportation from University Center Parking Lot) 9 a.m. at SBDNL Visitor Center Auditorium in Empire Instructor: Kerry Kelly Cost: $95 each option ($83 with LIFE Discount)

Designed for age 50+, LIFE Acad-emy offers unique learning experi-ences in short formats. Courses are listed with the regular price and the reduced price

for residents of Grand Traverse County age 62+. Courses are listed on pages 6-10.

Northern Naturalist ProgramThis continuing education certificate program focuses on the Northern Michigan natural environment. The qualifying courses offered this term are:

• Fisheries of the Great Lakes • Animal Tracking

• Identifying Edible Plants • A Guide to Tree Identification

• Lake Michigan Shoreline • Northern Michigan Geology

Certificate details at www.nmc.edu/ees

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Lighthouse Discovery Tour EESA657

Point Betsie, Big Sable Point, White River, Grand Ha-ven, Holland Harbor—the Lake Michigan shoreline is dotted with lighthouses, points, and piers filled with history and intrigue. Enjoy a two-day explora-tion that highlights up to 13 sites between Empire and South Haven. Guided by light historian, Sally Frye, you’ll get a close-up look at half the sites on the trip south along with inside stories and a touch of history. The Wednesday return focuses on the re-maining lights with opportunities to view some not generally open to the public. We’ll travel in a com-fortable motor coach with a picnic lunch the first day. Overnight accommodations are in South Ha-ven. Cost includes transportation, hotel, fees, materi-als, one lunch, and breakfast at hotel. Not included: group dinner and one lunch. Please register by June 27; later registration is possible if space is available. Tues. & Wed., July 31 & Aug. 1 8 a.m.-6 p.m. both days Meet at Great Lakes Campus (east side parking lot) Instructor and host: Sally Frye Cost with shared room: $285 Code: 11506 ($270 with LIFE Discount) Cost with single supplement: $340 Code: 11534 ($325 with LIFE Discount)

Lighthouse Get-Away— Boat Cruise West EESA663

Escape on a guided one-day maritime experience of lighthouses, history, and water. The highlight of the day is a 3-hour boat excursion getting close-up views of several lights in northern Lake Michigan. But there’s much more! On your way to Mackinaw City by bus, you’ll stop at the Charlevoix Pier Light and Harbor Springs Lighthouse before heading to McGulpin Point Lighthouse where you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch. Then it’s on to the boat cruise which will head west under the Mighty Mac. Lights include White Shoal, Gray’s Reef, Waugoshance, and St. Helena. Once on shore, relax with a group dinner to recap the day. Included in cost: bus transportation, lunch, boat tour, light house entry, all-day instructor/guide. Dinner cost not included. Please register be-fore August 27. Late registration is possible if space is available.Tues., Sept. 11, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Code: 11511 (return time is approximate) Meet at Great Lakes Campus (east side parking lot) Instructor: Sally Frye Cost: $159 ($152 with LIFE Discount)

Sky View— An Aviation Adventure EESA662

Don’t just look at the blue sky—get up there! In a one-day flight workshop, explore the art and science of flying and enjoy a flight over this beautiful region in the summer. Designed for the curious, the day begins with flight basics—a little physics, equipment, weather, and Q & A. See demos and get hands-on with unmanned aerial vehicles as you discover how these are used for training. Then it’s time for flight simulator training and a flight in a 5-passenger Aztec airplane where you will wear head phones to hear communications, observe the cockpit, and enjoy the view. Lunch is included. Tues., Aug. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Code: 11531 Parsons Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Aaron Cook & Staff Cost: $199 ($192 with LIFE Discount)

July 27 LIFE Summer Picnic: Murder Takes a Road Trip EESA661

Meet three area authors who write about crime—Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli (Dead Dancing Women, Dead Floating Lovers), Aaron Stander (Summer People, Color Tour), and Mardi Link (When Evil Came to Good Hart, Isadore’s Secret). They’ve been taking their crime show on the road all across Michigan. Hear about their adventures and their writing in this summer luncheon that features picnic fare with all the trimmings. Bring a brown bag lunch if you prefer—beverages are provided.Fri., July 27, Noon-1:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 215 Cost: $18 with lunch buffet Code: 11501 Cost: $9 without lunch Code: 11502 (bring your own)

Fisheries of the Great Lakes EESA656

The Great Lakes fisheries are a large part of Michi-gan’s natural environment. Gain an understanding of past and present Great Lakes fisheries issues and their relation to Michigan’s commerce, ecosystem, history, and culture. Explore the challenges the fisheries face. Leave with knowledge of commer-cial fishing techniques, fishery stressors, and how regulation and policy between the U.S. and Canada influences the ecosystem. A field trip to Fishtown in Leland will cap this important course. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate.3 Wed., June 6-20, 1-4 p.m. Code: 12097 University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Stewart McFerran Cost: $85 ($71 with LIFE Discount)

Voyage to the Bottom of the Bay EESA658

This unique adventure lets you explore the bottom of the bay without getting wet! Mix NMC’s research vessel The Northwestern, a shipwreck, harbor, class-room, and a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) and you get a memorable hands-on experience wrapped into two days. Begin in the classroom with Hans VanSumeren, the director of NMC’s Water Studies Program, where you’ll learn basic water science, work with biological samplings, discuss area ship-wrecks, and get friendly with an ROV. Practice using the highly sophisticated ROV from the pier in prepa-ration for a trip on day two aboard the Northwestern to explore a shipwreck, likely the B West discovered in 2011 (specific site is weather-dependent). In case of poor weather, the 2nd day will be on Friday in-stead of Thursday. Wear sturdy shoes to be on the pier and ship (no flip flops). Lunch provided first day. Wed. & Thurs., July 18 & 19 Code: 11504 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Great Lakes Rm. 112 Instructor: Hans VanSumeren Cost: $495, includes lunch ($470 with LIFE Discount)

Animal Tracking and the Mammals of Northern Michigan EESA645

Our landscape is full of life and tells a story of the activity beyond the human world. Reading this story takes observation, skills, and understanding of mammal habitats and behavior. Discover animal tracking and open up your ability to observe a whole new facet of the world around us. Learn about the mammals of our region, interpret their tracks and signs, and unveil the story of the animal kingdom. A classroom session on the first day is combined with a field experience on the second day to maxi-mize your understanding and apply your skills. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate. Bring a sack lunch and dress to be outside on day two. 2 Thurs., June 21, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11513 Health & Science Rm. 117 and June 28, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., HumaNature Center (1200 W. 11th St., Ste. 112, TC) Instructor: Matt Miller Cost: $79 ($66 with LIFE Discount)

Watercolor on Location: Painting Rivers and Streams EEAC732

Capture the rhythm and beauty of our local waters this summer. Join artist Carolyn Scott Risk on loca-tion on the Boardman River for an exciting water-color workshop. Learn how to draw a simple sketch of a river scene. Then create your river picture while exploring composition, color, and shapes. See page 16 for details.

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Identifying Edible and Medicinal Plants EESA609

Have you ever tasted a wild leek? A violet? Did you know that many of the plants around us can be used as food or medicine? Gain basic plant identification skills as you learn to recognize more than 20 com-mon species of edible and medicinal plants and know when they are ready for gathering. We’ll also explore how plants and humans interact, how they have been used by people for millennia, and how we can forage without threatening the survival of these marvelous plant neighbors. Come prepared to walk in the woods. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate. Optional text: The Forager’s Harvest: A Guide to Identifying, Harvesting, and Pre-paring Wild Plants.Sat., July 21, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11517 Meet at TBAISD Conference Center Parking Lot (near Grand Traverse Commons; ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Kirk Waterstripe Cost: $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

A Guide to Tree Identification EESA653

Enhance your hiking, landscaping, and outdoor ad-ventures by learning to identify the beautiful trees and woody shrubs of Northern Michigan. Accurately identify native tree species and their invasive coun-terparts. Discover their roles in the eco-system and learn key terms, plant classification, principles of identification, and nomenclature in the classroom. Then take to the woods at the 2nd class for a 2-hour guided field walk and hands-on learning that puts your new knowledge to work. Field trip details will be provided in class. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate. Please purchase and bring the required text to the first class – Trees of Michigan by Linda Kershaw, (approx. $21) available at the NMC bookstore.2 Thurs., Aug. 2 & 9, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11518 University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Bo Burke Cost: $65 ($54 with LIFE Discount)

LIFE Discounts and ScholarshipsResidents and/or property owners in Grand Tra-verse County at least 62 years of age are eligible for a LIFE Discount entitling you to a 20% tuition discount. Note: the LIFE Discount cannot be ap-plied if registering online. Partial scholarships are available for those age 55+. The Tompkins Computer Scholarship can apply toward any computer course. Call 231-995-1700 or stop by the University Center on Cass Road for a scholarship application.

Lake Michigan Shoreline Habitats— A One Day On-the-Road Adventure EESA617

Experience up-close some of the habitats along the Lake Michigan shoreline. With Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (SBDNL) as your classroom, learn how the habitats were formed, who lives there, their unique geology, and environmental threats that affect all of the Lake Michigan shoreline—invasive species, development, and climate change. Travel by van to several places to explore habitats, unique spots, and issues. The park adventure begins at the SBDNL 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). Includes lunch, transportation, and all-day teacher/guide. Wear hiking shoes and be prepared for short walks along the beach or through the woods. Thurs., Aug. 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Code: 11519 (8 a.m. Van transportation from University Center Parking Lot) 9 a.m. at SBDNL Visitor Center Auditorium in Empire Instructor: Kerry Kelly Cost: $89 ($78 with LIFE Discount)

Northern Michigan Geology EESA619

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 lay-ers, 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 dis-covery visiting geologic sites. The field trip includes van transportation and a picnic box lunch. The field trip involves walking up to a mile in wooded terrain. Transportation and lunch costs included. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate.Mon., July 16, 1-5 p.m. (lab) Code: 11529 and Wed., July 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (trip) NMC Health & Science Bldg. Rm. 213 (day one) Instructor: Robb Houston Cost: $125 ($106 with LIFE Discount)

Skype for Beginners EEBC286

Talk face-to-face with live video for free. All you need is a computer with high-speed internet access and a web cam, and you can get started using this free video calling application. Learn how to down-load the program, setup an account, test the settings, and then get started using this popular web applica-tion. Bring your laptop (with webcam and Wi-Fi) if you have one, but it is not required. Thurs., Aug. 16, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11494 University Center Rm. 11 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Return of the Trumpeter Swan EESA637

Discover how the world’s most magnificent wa-terfowl (8 feet from wingtip to wingtip) went from being considered extinct to staging an amazing comeback here in Michigan. Observe the secret lives of Trumpeter Swans through the eye of nature photographer, Charles St Charles. See how they survive the winter, witness their exuberant antics and enjoy their triumphant celebrations. You’ll see extremely unusual video, including swans getting the upper hand with bobcats and coyotes, and the only known footage of a Trumpeter Swan laying eggs in the wild. Thurs., May 24, 6-8 p.m. Code: 12106 University Center Rm. 217 Instructor: Charles St. Charles Cost: $15 (LIFE Discount does not apply)

Can the Middle Class Be Saved? EESA648

Changes in the American economy over the past 40 years have left the once strong American middle class shrunken and under a range of threats. The cur-rent ‘Great Recession’ has deepened and hastened trends that have long been at work. Commentators and students of society of all stripes agree on that point. Explore the sources of the threat and what, if anything, might be done about it. Look at the circumstances facing the middle class and examine some of the prominent efforts to understand why things are as they are along with leading proposals to respond to the threat.2 Thurs., May 24 & 31 Code: 12120 9:30 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 218 Instructor: Phil Mikesell Cost: $59 ($49 with LIFE Discount)

Oil, Iran, and the Bomb: Are We at the Brink? EESA651

Where is Iran’s nuclear program taking us? Over the decades, the US-Iran relationship has became increasingly difficult. Guided by Jack Segal, NATO advisor and recent senior diplomat, look at the development of Iran’s a nuclear industry and how internal conflicts continue to drive the regime to pursue weapons. Assess the policy options taken in attempts to constrain nuclear ambitions along with the growing demand for oil that strengthens Iran. What effect have the changes in the Middle East had on Iran? What role do high oil prices play? What op-tions will face the U.S. president as pressures mount to address Iran’s efforts to become a nuclear power?2 Tues., May 21 & June 7 Code: 11520 9:30 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Jack Segal Cost: $59 ($49 with LIFE Discount)

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Remembering the Civil War: National and Local Memorials EESA659

During the 150th anniversary of the Civil war, ex-plore war remembrances through discussion, multi-media, and a short local walking tour. Guided by college and high school history instructor, Michael Rutledge, revisit the social and cultural conditions immediately after the war. How and when did me-morials begin to be constructed? In what ways did this area contribute to the war and how are these remembered? Class concludes with a visit to the GT County Courthouse and Oakwood Cemetery to rediscover close-to-home remembrances.Thurs., June 21, 1-4:30 p.m. Code: 11521 University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Michael Rutledge Cost: $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Major Battles of the American Civil War (series) EESA660

During the 150-year anniversary of the Civil War, examine all or any of five major battles: Bull Run, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, and Cold Harbor. You’ll revisit the events that led to each of these titanic clashes of the Union and Confeder-ate armies, the short and long-term outcomes, the major leaders, and their actions. Each battle will be re-created on a “sand-table” which will allow you to see the movements of arms and armies and to “be the general” and create scenarios which may have led to alternative outcomes. Register for the series, an individual session, or save $6 per session when you take more than one. Optional text, The Ameri-can Civil War, by John Keegan available at the NMC Bookstore.5 Wed., 9:30 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 209 June 20—First Battle of Bull Run Code: 11407 June 27—Antietam Code: 11409 July 11—Fredericksburg Code: 11412 July 18—Gettysburg Code: 11413 Aug. 1—Cold Harbor Code: 11416 Instructor: Michael Rutledge $35 for single session ($30 with LIFE Discount) $29 per session for two or more ($24 with LIFE Discount)

Safe Foreign Travel for 50+ EESA652

How much do you actually know about traveling the globe safely in today’s world? Guided by Ed Lee, retired senior executive of the U.S. State De-partment’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security, you’ll explore over 50 topics including understanding of foreign cultures, medical considerations, credit card fraud, larceny, scams played on travelers, violent crime, terrorism, and much more. Both the novice and seasoned traveler will gain essential interna-tional security awareness that can help you reduce travel risks…even here at home. Price includes $25 workbook.Thurs., June 21, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11522 University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Ed Lee Cost: $55 ($49 with LIFE Discount)

Gentle Yoga EESA105

Find out why so many have found that yoga im-proves flexibility, 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. For summer term, class meets at Epiphany Salon-East on Aug. 14 & 21 only.8 Tues., June 26-Aug. 21 Code: 11523 (no class July 3) 10:15-11:30 a.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Margaret Magner Cost: $75 ($62 with LIFE Discount)

Gentle Pilates and Strength Training for 50+ - see pg. 22

Welcome to the Universe! (For an adult and child age 10+) EESA197

Spend a memorable late evening discovering the night sky with a young person at NMC’s Rogers Ob-servatory guided by Michael Foerster, astronomer and NASA Ambassador for the Jet Propulsion Lab. Learn your way around the universe, find constel-lations, use simple star charts, and observe through the big telescope. You’ll travel from nearby Luna, to the planets, to distant places in space where stars are even now being born—there is so much to discover! Cost includes an adult and young person as well as course materials (supplemental materials will be available for purchase, if desired). You may register an additional young person for $19.Fri., Aug. 17, 9-11 p.m. Code: 11524 Rogers Observatory, Birmley Rd. Instructor: Michael Foerster Cost: $39 includes adult and child ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Beginning Computers EESA471

If you are an absolute beginner, this hands-on class takes the mystery out of computers and explores common jargon, computer hardware, and the most popular software packages. Learn how to use the mouse and be introduced to basic Windows computer operations; word processing basics like manipulating text, cut, paste, and copy; and how to save your work using Microsoft Word. Gain the knowledge, practice, and confidence to grow your computer skills. 2 Fri., Aug. 10 & 17, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11493 University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $69 ($57 with LIFE Discount)

Internet Basics EEBC272

Join in the fun and browse great websites while learning tricks and techniques for effective use of the Internet. Learn to send and receive emails, at-tach documents, and send photos or even YouTube videos. Discover the convenience of using the web for research, shopping, driving directions, banking, and chat, while learning Internet safety and secu-rity measures. Ideal for the new Internet user as well as those who want to enhance their skills. Basic computer skills are necessary. Option 1: Tues., June 5, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11949 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Jane Pearsall Option 2: Thurs., Aug. 16 Code: 11445 9 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 each option ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Facebook for Beginners EESA548

What is Facebook? Become familiar with the con-cept of social networking and gain an understanding of network sites like Facebook and Twitter in this demonstration-only class. Discover why so many are joining these online communities to share interests and activities. Explore whether they are a passing fad or here to stay. Find out how to get started and learn how you can use these sites to connect and reconnect with family and friends. Option 1: Thurs., June 7, 6-9 p.m. Code: 12013 Option 2: Wed., Aug. 1, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11495 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Steve Stanton Cost: $39 each option ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Speed Spanish(Online) Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words togeth-er into sentences, and you’ll be engaging in conver-sational Spanish in no time. See ad on page 12 for details about this and other online courses.

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Family History Fundamentals EESA257

Climbing your family tree is often not easy. This one-day workshop offers a set of tools, including forms and techniques, to get you started on that legacy you have been promising yourself. For those that have run into brick walls with current searches, learn tips and suggestions on how to use today’s internet sources to help you when the going gets tough. Thurs., June 14, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 12016 University Center Rm. 206 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Buying and Selling Like an eBay Pro EEBC236

Sell and buy on eBay with confidence with this fun and practical workshop. Beginning with an overview of how eBay works, you’ll walk through the process of preparing and organizing your account as you learn to buy and sell safely and securely. Discover important tips and tricks which will allow you to find items, monitor bidding, define settings, write descriptions, post pictures, and manage your corre-spondence, and maximize your success using eBay.Wed., July 18, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11496 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Chris Doyal Cost: $45 ($38 with LIFE Discount)

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Business Find Your Fit—Core Talents and Life Strategies EEBU833

Could you benefit from a deeper understanding of your core strengths and abilities? Would you like a greater sense of purpose for your life? Are you restless in your current job or going through a time of transi-tion? Discover tools and learn action steps to help identify your core talents. Through discussion, guided reflection and using the perspective of your own life, explore the characteristics and qualities that define you. Develop a strategy for using these core talents to generate new possibilities for life and work.2 Thurs., May 31 & June 7 Code: 11912 6-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 06 Instructor: Jonathan Pool Cost: $69

Workplace Coaching— Key to Maximizing Performance EEBU857

Effective coaching skills are an integral part of ef-fective management and leadership. Explore the essentials of coaching and look at ways they apply to your work world. Learn how to create a coaching process, deal with resistance, and keep the process relevant and on-going. Learn skills to use as a coach, and how to make coaching a core component of your management approach. You’ll see the results in individuals and work units. Materials included.Thurs., June 28, 1-5 p.m. Code: 11417 University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: James H. Ryan Cost: $79

Autism Treatments (series) EEBU910

NMC Extended Education and Eastern Michigan University partner on the campus of NMC to offer a workshop focused on autism treatments. Instructor Krista Kennedy, LLP, BCBA, director of behavioral services at Children’s Hospital of Michigan’s Autism Center, introduces applied behavior analysis in the main session—the foundation for developing a plan. The six additional sessions include a variety of rele-vant topics. Course tuition includes the foundational first session and a second session of your choice. Additional sessions are available for $75. SB-CEUs are available. For information on obtaining EMU college credit, contact Jacqui Frensley at EMU-Tra-verse City, 231-995-1750 or jfrensley@emich.edu.

MAIN SESSION: What is Autism? What is ABA? Sat., June 23, 4-9 p.m. Code: 11398

Select ONE of the following for your SECOND SESSION:

Functional Analysis and Behavior Methods Sun., June 24, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Code: 11399 Common Intervention Techniques and Teaching Alternative Behavior Mon., June 25, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Code: 11400 Early Intensive Behavior Intervention, Discrete Trial Training, Naturalistic ABA Approaches Tues., June 26, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Code: 11402

Evaluating procedures for the Child and Therapist Wed., June 27, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Code: 11403

Verbal Behavior and PECS Thurs., June 28, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Code: 11404

Modifying Classroom Curriculum and Ethics Fri., June 29, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Code: 11405

All meet in University Center Rm. 212 Instructor: Krista Kennedy Cost: $295 (main session and one choice) Additional sessions: $75 each

Summer Conferences NMC’s Hagerty CenterMichigan Lean Consortium – Annual Conference You are invited to the second annual MLC conference at Northwestern Michigan College’s Hagerty Center. This year’s theme is “Establishing a Winning Culture” and promises to be an insightful confer-ence with nationally recognized speakers and plenty of time for networking. You’ll discover strategies and tools to make Michigan the best place in the country to live, learn, and earn! Aug. 8-10 Hosted by NMC and Michigan Lean Consortium Cost: $220 ($245 after June 15) non-MLC members Hagerty Center, Great Lakes Campus

Proud to Manufacture in Michigan: Conference and Celebration With all the economic focus on job creation, manufacturing is leading the way. Manufacturing in Michigan has been through a tough time. Join NMC and Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center in Traverse City to hear from those companies that are standing strong today, innovating, and competing across the globe.Aug.15-17 Hosted by NMC and Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center Cost: $199 ($249 after June 15) Hagerty Center, Great Lakes Campus

For more information or to register, contact Vicki Rumbach at 231-995-2218 or vrumbach@nmc.edu

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Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Training Program EEBU896

Prepare to enter the field of allied health by becom-ing a nurse assistant. The training prepares you to sit for the State of Michigan Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Test to receive a Certified Nurse Assis-tant endorsement. The 128-hour program consists of classroom (includes 8 hours of dementia train-ing) labs, and 32 hours of clinical placement. Two evenings each week plus Saturdays provide your classroom and lab skills sessions followed by clini-cals which will be completed in two Saturday and Sunday shifts. Prospective students must register for and attend a 90-minute free information session where complete details and enrollment materials will be available. Additional information is online at www.nmc.edu/cna. The next training will take place September 29-November 18, 2012.To begin: register for an Information Session— select one: Option 1: Wed., Aug. 8 Code: 11532 Option 2: Wed., Aug. 15 Code: 11533 Both 5:30-7 p.m., University Center Rm. 204 (Cass Road) Cost: Free; pre-registration required

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Effective Meetings EEBU905

Enhance your team or work group’s productivity through more focused and effective use of meeting time. Learn tools to effectively plan, conduct, and evaluate meetings for continuous improvement.Wed., June 6, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Code: 11939 Parsons-Stulen Bldg., Rm. 101/103 Instructor: Heather Fraizer Cost: $195

5S-Workplace Organization EEBU855

A clean and organized work place impacts produc-tivity, quality, attitudes, and safety. Learn how the discipline of the 5S’s (sort, set in order, shine, stan-dardize, and sustain) can make a difference in your organization!Thurs., June 7, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Code: 11940 Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101/103 Instructor: Darrell Rogers Cost: $195

Lean Awareness for the Service Industry: Healthcare Focus EEBU909

Join NMC’s Training and Research for a two-hour hands-on workshop. Through the application of Lean principles, you will experience how you and your healthcare organization can better deliver value to your customers while cutting cost out of your patient care and office processes. Fri., June 15, 8-10:30 a.m. Code: 11418 Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Trainer: Heather Fraizer Cost: $25

Introduction to Salesforce for Sales EEBU904

Increase the effectiveness of your sales team through the use of Salesforce and the Force.com platform. The focus is on the features of the Salesforce Cus-tomer Relationship Management system that can be utilized to effectively manage your organization’s sales pipeline and activity with an emphasis for those in a leadership or sales role in your organiza-tion. Explore the benefits and learn how to better utilize this highly effective software in your hands-on introduction held in a computer lab.Fri., Aug. 3, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Code: 11420 Great Lakes Campus Rm. 210 Instructor: Adam Dwyer Cost: $195

Social Media Skills Facebook for Business 101 EEBU863

Social media integration into business is growing fast—don’t get left behind. If you know your busi-ness must move in this direction and want to quickly get started the right way, this class is your launching pad. Tap into this powerful marketing tool and learn basic navigation to begin your own online marketing campaign using Facebook in this fast-paced step-by-step course. Discover key social media time-saving tips and applications, effective tools, and optimiza-tion secrets to put you and your business on the path to social media success. Facebook experience is required; bring your Facebook login and password.Wed., June 20, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11421 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Michelle Corteggiano Cost: $89

Twitter for Business 101 EEBU864

Are you ready to tap into the massive marketing power of the Internet? Are you constantly hearing about Twitter but confused about why or how it ap-plies to your business? Launch your business promo-tions in this fast-paced step-by-step class and learn the proper set-up and basic navigation to begin your own online marketing campaign using Twitter. Dis-cover key social media time-saving tips and applica-tions, effective tools, and optimization secrets to put you and your business on the path to social media success. Twitter experience is required; bring your Twitter login and password.Wed., May 23, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11898 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Michelle Corteggiano Cost: $79

Advanced Social Media for Business EEBU846

Rather than spending money on television ads, Pepsi decided to spend $20 million on their social media campaign. What does your social media presence look like? Come get advanced techniques, time management tools, and trade secrets to propel your social media marketing to the next level. If you are already easily navigating some social media sites, you are ready for more. Learn time management tips and applications, effective tools, SEO (search engine optimization) techniques, content procurement strat-egies, and most importantly the proper way to mar-ket using social media. Prerequisite: Facebook and Twitter for Business 101 or instructor approval. Bring your Facebook and Twitter logins and passwords.Wed., May 30, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11899 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Michelle Corteggiano Cost: $79

Mobile Technology Getting the Most out of your iPhone EEBC300

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 set-tings to using Safari to access the internet and every-thing in between, you’ll discover tips and techniques to get the most out of this powerful smart phone. Bring your iPhone to class for hands-on experience.Thurs., July 19, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11424 University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Steve Stanton Cost: $39

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Smartphone Applications: Tech Tips for Work and Fun EEBC299

Tap the power of your smartphone or tablet by learn-ing to use a variety of today’s most popular (and some obscure) applications (apps) for mobile com-puting. You’ll be introduced to Lifestyle, Business, and Productivity apps, along with a few brilliant ones for entertainment. This will move you well be-yond the “techno dinosaur” stage and give you lots to talk about with friends and family. Option 1: Wed., May 30, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11977 University Center Rm. 206 Option 2: Thurs., Aug. 2, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11422 Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Kelly Ignace Cost: $35 each option

Tablet Computers: Are They For You? EEBC302

Tablets, in this case the Apple iPad, bring lightweight mobile computing opportunities that extend beyond the convenience of the typical laptop. See how iPads and iPhones can interact and increase your access to work, entertainment, information, and family. In the hands-on session, you’ll discover what it can do to replace your PC, how to access remote data, and how to download and use applications. Learn about connection options such as Bluetooth, WiFi and 3G, what they mean and how they improve your access to information, music, videos and the world. Thurs., June 21, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11423 University Center Rm. 206 Instructor: Steve Stanton Cost: $39

Improving Productivity and Organization with Evernote EEBC298

Discover Evernote, a powerful “cloud-based” mobile productivity application for personal and profession-al organization. Learn the workings of Evernote as you record notes, file documents and pictures, store articles and websites, post reminders, and more. Go paperless as you access your Evernote data any-where; using your computer or mobile devises such as a smart phone, laptop, or tablet. Please download Evernote (at Evernote.com) to your home computer and to the mobile device (smartphone, tablet, or laptop) that you will bring to and use in class.Thurs., Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11425 Parsons/Stulen Rm. 201 Instructor: Kelly Ignace Cost: $39

Microsoft Office Introduction to Word Processing: Microsoft Word EEBC249

If you are new to word processing, or want to up-date your skills, learn to use MS Word tools for an easier, faster, and more efficient way to create pro-fessional looking documents. Discover how editing and formatting tools are at your fingertips as you work with the toolbar ribbon. Leave with the skills to create a document, format, change styles and fonts, cut/paste, import text, and edit a document with confidence. Option 1: 3 Thurs., May 31-June 14 Code: 11953 1-4 p.m., University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Jane Pearsall Option 2: Tues/Thurs/Tues, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11428 July 31-Aug. 7, University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Diane Kimmel Cost: $129 each option (includes text)

Introduction to Spreadsheets: Microsoft Excel EEBC250

Learn the basic fundamentals of Excel and the se-crets behind writing powerful formulas including relative and absolute references; using functions; formatting data; moving, copying, inserting, and deleting ranges; previewing and printing worksheets; sorting and analyzing data; and setting print titles and page breaks. Discover dozens of shortcuts for setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently.Option 1: Tues. & Thurs., 6-9 p.m. Code: 11956 May 22, 24, 29; University Center Rm. 08 Option 2: Thurs/Tues/Thurs Code: 11430 Aug. 9-16, 1-4 p.m., University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Diane Kimmel Cost: $129 each option (includes text)

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Beyond the Basics— Microsoft ExcelGet the skills you need with these courses designed for Excel users who would like to get more out of the software’s unique features. Enroll in two or more of the five courses in this Excel series and save $5 on each.

Excel: Formatting Worksheets, Charts, and Graphics EEBC165

Are you bored with sleepy spreadsheets that all look the same? Tired of not getting your infor-mation 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 profes-sional tips for brilliant, distinctive output every time, on every worksheet. Basic Excel skills required. Option 1: Thurs., May 24 Code: 11959 9 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 08 Option 2: Fri., July 13 Code: 11435 1-4 p.m., University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 each option ($34 each if taking 2 or more in the Excel series)

Excel: Sorting, Filters, and Pivot Tables EEBC247

Pivot tables and these other advanced features of Microsoft Excel are perfect if you create lists of in-formation 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.Thurs., May 24, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11960 University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 ($34 each if taking 2 or more in the Excel series)

Excel: Macros and Advanced Features EEBC105

Explore the use of Excel’s advanced functions. You will learn how to use names to make your formulas easier to understand, calculate value based on spe-cific criteria with IF and SUMIF functions, and cal-culate periodic payments for a loan. You will work with VLOOKUP, MATCH, and INDEX functions and use data tables to project values. Learn to automate tasks that are performed repeatedly by using macros. Thurs., May 31 Code: 11961 9 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 ($34 each if taking 2 or more in the Excel series)

Excel: List Management EEBC166

Learn how to use the list-management capabilities of Excel, maintain and manage lists of data, sort and lo-cate (via query) information that meets specific con-ditions, and summarize data by creating subtotals. Examine database functions and learn to create and use the data form to enter data in a list. Thurs., May 31, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11962 University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 ($34 each if taking 2 or more in the Excel series)

Excel: Tips, Tricks, and Practice EEBC164

Do you need an Excel refresher? Maybe you use Excel regularly, but could profit from some tips and tricks? Review Excel basics: enter, move, and copy data; navigate, modify, and format a worksheet. Unleash the power of Excel as you learn keystroke shortcuts, how to manage workbook files, quick data entry and editing techniques, and helpful formatting strategies. Come with your questions and an Excel file that has you stumped and leave feeling more comfortable and confident. Fri., July 13, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11437 University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 ($34 each if taking 2 or more in the Excel series)

Prezi Presentations: Putting New Life in Your Presentations EEBC297

Are you tired of creating the same old presentation? Get out of “slide” mode and learn to use the online zooming presentation editor called Prezi. Whether you’re an educator presenting to students or lay-ing out your company’s strategic plan to the board of directors, with Prezi you’ll create dynamic and interactive presentations. Learn how to create a free account, develop and edit a Prezi, and finally learn how to present and manage your Prezi presentation. Bring a flash drive with images and files to create your presentation.2 Mon., Aug. 6 & 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Code: 11438 University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Adam VanHouten Cost: $59

PowerPoint for Fun EEBC283

PowerPoint is a great tool for business, but it’s also fun for family and friends! Discover how to make a presentation for any social gathering. Learn to cre-ate a slide show of family or event photos and see a demo of the possibilities. Gain an understanding of how to create and edit slides, insert photos, incor-porate clipart, and include slide-show features like transitions and animation. Working knowledge of windows is required.Tues., June 12, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11967 University Center Rm. 206 Instructor: Jane Pearsall Cost: $39

The Power of Integration— Word, Excel, and Access EEBC202

How would you like to more efficiently use Micro-soft Office? One of its most powerful features is the ability to use data between the different applica-tions. Learn to easily link and share data between MS Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint without having to re-key any of it. Prerequisites: entry-level courses of at least three of the four MS Office pro-grams. 2 Fri., June 1 & 8, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11963 University Center Rm. 206 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $75

Earn a Certificate in Computer Skills Complete a well-rounded collection of computer courses used in office settings and earn a Continuing Education Certifi-cate in Computer Skills. The 75-hour pro-gram consists of eight short, concentrated core courses in the areas of word process-ing, spreadsheets, database or PowerPoint, file management, and the Internet, plus at least one elective and an integrative course. Brochure and enrollment infor-mation is available from NMC Extended Education at (231) 995-1700 or www.nmc.edu/ees.

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Basic Computer Skills Beginning Computers EESA471

If you are an absolute beginner, this hands-on class takes the mystery out of computers and explores common jargon and the most popular software packages. Learn how to use the mouse and be intro-duced to basic Windows computer operations. See page 9 for details.

Introduction to Computers and Windows EEBC148

Designed for beginners, this course leads you through basic computer skills, the keyboard, and mouse operations. Become familiar with the desk-top, icons, and menu system. Learn to adjust set-tings, create files and folders, and use shortcuts. You’ll also be introduced to a variety of accessories. This course, or equivalent knowledge, is needed for all other computer courses. 2 Tues. & Thurs., July 17-26 Code: 11441 6-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Diane Kimmel Cost: $145, includes text

Organize Your Files and Folders EEBC154

Learn to organize your computer files in ways that work for you! Sort documents by name, date, size, or type. Practice copying and moving files to a dif-ferent folders, find missing files by name, date last modified, size, or by text contained in them. The skills you learn will save you valuable time every time you use your computer! Prerequisite: working knowledge of the material covered in Introduction to Computers and Windows. Fri., June 22, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11444 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $45

Internet Basics EEBC272

Join in the fun and browse great websites while learning tricks and techniques for effective use of the Internet. Learn to send and receive emails, at-tach documents, and send photos or even YouTube videos. Discover the convenience of using the web for research, shopping, driving directions, banking, and chat, while learning Internet safety and security measures. Ideal for the new Internet user as well as those who want to enhance their skills. Basic com-puter skills are necessary. Option 1: Tues., June 5, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11949 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Jane Pearsall Option 2: Thurs., Aug. 16 Code: 11445 9 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 each option

Essential Computer Skills: Typing, Computer Keyboarding, and Data Entry EESA378

Efficient computer use begins with good typing and keyboard skills. Through guided practice, learn to “touch type” as you discover how to find the letters without looking at the keyboard. Learn quick short-cuts using keyboard functions and adopt proven speed and accuracy techniques. It takes practice, but you’ll be amazed at how quickly you pick up speed, accuracy, and comfort. Leave with drills and games to make further progress at home fun and painless. Tues. & Thurs., June 26 & 28 Code: 11446 6-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 206 Instructor: Diane Kimmel Cost: $59

Mac Basics EEBC248

Designed for new Mac computer users—get the “need to know” tips and tricks to get your computer up and running. Navigate through Mac’s operating system OS X and basic software that comes stan-dard. Learn about Mac utilities and discuss ways to access resources to assist with trouble shooting and problem solving when you need extra help. Examine the system folder, preferences, control panels, and general set up details. Leave with useful handouts and local resources to help you use your Mac. 2 Sat., July 21 & 28 Code: 11447 9 a.m.-noon, Fine Arts Rm. 120 Instructor: Lee Bowman Cost: $69

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Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Cottage Office EEBC307

Summer is a great time to be in Northern Michigan. The ultimate cottage office will allow you to maxi-mize your time up-north and still keep personal and professional business moving back at home. In this demonstration class, you’ll gain tips and tricks es-sential to maximizing the technical tools necessary for file sharing, voice over Internet and conferenc-ing. Discover ways to use “the cloud,” utilize your smartphone, and connect your computer network so you can easily stay on task while spending time in paradise. Tues., June 26, 6-8:30 p.m. Code: 11448 University Center Rm. 216 Instructor: Steve Stanton Cost: $35

Google: Docs (Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Presentations) and Gmail EEBC294

Learn how to create, edit, and share word process-ing, presentation, and spreadsheet documents using Google Docs, a free web-based application that lets you access your documents from any computer or mobile computing device with internet access. You will also learn how to take advantage of the features in Google’s webmail program, Gmail, including cal-endaring and conversations. Explore the many ad-vantages to using these feature-rich, free programs. Tues. & Thurs., July 31 & Aug. 2 Code: 11449 6-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Diane Kimmel Cost: $69

Introduction to QuickBooks/ QuickBooks Pro EEBC168

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 esti-mates, and generate reports. Bring your questions about QuickBooks. Prerequisite: working knowledge of Windows and basic keyboarding skills. The cost of this course is partially underwritten by SBTDC.4 Fri., July 20-Aug. 17 Code: 11483 9 a.m.-noon, (no class July 27) University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Holly Finch Cost: $169, includes text

Using QuickBooks Payroll EEBC284

Using the QuickBooks enhanced payroll features, you will learn how to setup new employees; enter withholding and deduction information; and man-age liabilities, wage garnishments, and special pay-ments. We’ll review how to complete monthly and quarterly taxes and payroll forms including printing or processing direct deposit paychecks. Basic knowl-edge of QuickBooks is required.Fri., June 8, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11990 Beckett Bldg. Rm. 217 Instructor: Holly Finch Cost: $49, includes text

Accounting Fundamentals(Online) Gain a marketable new skill by leanring the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more. See ad on page 12 for details about this and other online courses.

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You and Your Laptop EEBC282

Bring your laptop to this session for a crash course in the use of special features. Gain tips and tricks to help you with your mobile computing needs. Learn about controls and settings to help you adjust your computer to different lighting, adjust sound, attach devices, and set up the internet when your are away from home. A question and answer session will pro-vide you with some personalized information. Wed., May 23, 1-3:30 p.m. Code: 11992 University Center Rm. 214 Instructor: Scott Johnson Cost: $35

Intro to Macintosh Troubleshooting EEBC242

Save money by discovering how to use your Mac utilities software effectively to examine, diagnose, and resolve common problems yourself. Get an up-close look inside your Mac and find out how to replace RAM, hard drives or insert electronic cards. Learn common back-up strategies and how to recov-er data. A brief review of useful third party software will be included. Sat., Aug. 4, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11487 Fine Arts Rm. 120 Instructor: Lee Bowman Cost: $39

Skype for Beginners EEBC286

Talk face-to-face with live video for free. All you need is a computer with high-speed internet access and a web cam, and you can get started using this free video calling application. Learn how to down-load the program, setup an account, test the settings, and then get started using this popular web applica-tion. Bring your laptop (with webcam and Wi-Fi) if you have one, but it is not required. Thurs., Aug. 16, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11494 University Center Rm. 11 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields Cost: $39 ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Facebook for Beginners EESA548

What is Facebook? Become familiar with the con-cept of social networking and gain an understanding of network sites like Facebook and Twitter in this demonstration-only class. Discover why so many are joining these online communities to share interests and activities. Explore whether they are a passing fad or here to stay. Find out how to get started and learn how you can use these sites to connect and reconnect with family and friends. Option 1: Thurs., June 7, 6-9 p.m. Code: 12013 Option 2: Wed., Aug. 1, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11495 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Steve Stanton Cost: $39 each option ($33 with LIFE Discount)

Buying and Selling Like an eBay Pro EEBC236

Sell and buy on eBay with confidence with this fun and practical workshop. Beginning with an overview of how eBay works, you’ll walk through the process of preparing and organizing your account as you learn to buy and sell safely and securely. Discover important tips and tricks which will allow you to find items, monitor bidding, define settings, write descriptions, post pictures, and manage your corre-spondence, and maximize your success using eBay.Wed., July 18, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11496 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Chris Doyal Cost: $45

Photo Editing Managing and Organizing Your Digital Photos EEBC219

If you are shooting digital photos, you face the chal-lenge of figuring out what to do with them—how to store, retrieve, and work with them. Learn how to keep your photos organized on the computer, 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.Option 1: Wed., May 23, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11997 University Center Rm. 205 Option 1: Thurs, Aug. 9, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11490 University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Steve Stanton Cost: $45 each option

Introduction to Photoshop Elements EEBC146

Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements, a software similar to the regular Photoshop program, but es-pecially good for beginners and for those wanting to work with digital photos. Learn how to sharpen out-of-focus pictures, touch up faces, fix red eye, en-hance outdoor shots, and prepare photos to send via e-mail. Basic computer experience is required.Mon. & Wed., June 25 & 27 Code: 11491 9 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 08 Instructor: Tom Auch Cost: $85

Transform Your Ordinary Photographs EEAC734

Are you interested in editing your digital photo-graphs but don’t know where to start? Using Gimp, a free and open source pixel based software, learn how to transform your ordinary photographs into new artistic statements. See page 3 for details.

Introduction to Photoshop CS5 EEBC180

Get acquainted with Photoshop CS5, one of the most advanced photo-editing tools on the mar-ket (not to be confused with Photoshop Elements) Through demonstration and hands-on practice, you’ll learn the basic tools of this sophisticated pro-gram including lasso (isolating and working with any component), rubber stamp (cloning), filtering, and more. The course is taught in a Mac lab, but the software is the same on a Windows-PC; Windows or Macintosh experience required.2 Mon., July 16 & 23 Code: 11492 9 a.m.-noon, Beckett Rm. 214 Instructor: Tom Auch Cost: $95, includes text

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Michigan Energy Demonstration Center at NMCThe Michigan Regional Energy Demonstration Center at Northwestern Michigan College is located at the Aero Park Laboratory of Northwestern Michigan College. The programs featured below will provide discounted educational opportunities through a grant received from the Michigan Energy Office.

Energy Energy ForumsThe Grand Vision Energy Network presents this se-ries of forums titled “Focus on Energy” addressing topics important to our vital regional energy needs. The forums provide forward-looking conversations around the energy-related challenges and potential solutions of our community. Upcoming forums: May 21 “Distributed Combined Heat and Power Systems” at Aero Park Campus, Parsons-Stulen Bldg., 6-9 p.m., free of charge.June 11 “TC Wind Ordinance” at Aero Park Cam-pus, Parsons-Stulen Bldg., 6-9 p.m., free of charge.Aug. 6 “Biodiesel Production” at Aero Park Campus, Parsons-Stulen Bldg., 6-9 p.m., free of charge.

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TC Rooftop Wind Energy EEVE184

Traverse City’s new rooftop wind ordinance serves as the basis for this seminar. Gain understanding of res-idential wind power systems and what you need to know before attaching a wind generator to the roof of your home. Seminar topics include: wind harvest-ing principles, site assessment, types of wind gen-erators, and a review of the new ordinance. Exhibits will show the type and size of residential systems. Includes a question and answer session. Mon., June 11, 6-8:30 p.m. Code: 11497 Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 Instructor: Garth Ward Cost: Free - pre-registration is required (funded by a grant from the Michigan Energy Office)

Connecting to the Grid: Net-Metering Facts and Fiction EEVE102

Clear up confusion about connecting a renewable energy system to the electrical grid. Look at the policies, procedures, technology, and challenges required for successful connection of small (less than 10 KW) solar and wind systems. Using NMC’s new solar lab, we’ll illustrate common system com-ponents and configurations. Gain understanding of Michigan interconnection policy and what it means for owners and providers. Learn about the issues that hold up net-metering applications. Examine the process and what one can realistically expect from a net-metering agreement.Wed., June 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Code: 11498 Aero Park Campus, Parsons/Stulen Rm. 101 Instructor: Bill Queen Cost: Free - pre-registration is required (funded by a grant from the Michigan Energy Office)

Go Solar TC! EEVE185

The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association’s Go Solar Program is coming to Traverse City. This excit-ing event will introduce you to solar energy and the people who can help you install a system. The event combines the two workshops - one on Solar Electric (Photovoltaic) and the other on Solar Hot Water (Thermal), demonstrations of operating systems, and a solar expo where participants meet the vendors who sell and install the systems will be available to answer your questions. Fri., July 20, 1-5 p.m. Code: 11499 Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 Coordinator: Bill Queen Cost: Free - pre-registration is required (funded by a grant from the Michigan Energy Office)

Renewable Energy Facility Tours EEVE151

NMC’s Energy Demonstration Center can host a facilitated two-hour tour for your school or civic group. Gain insight into how solar hot water, solar photovoltaic, wind, geothermal, and fuel cell sys-tems work and how these systems can be integrated into homes and businesses. The tours provide you with a basic understanding of renewable energy sys-tems and how they work in the Northern Michigan Region. Group tours are arranged by appointment; call NMC Extended Education at (231) 995-1701. Tour location: Aero Park Campus, Laboratories Bldg. Cost: Free (funded by a grant from the Michigan Energy Office)

Construction Lead Paint Safety, Repair, Renovation EEVS117

The EPA now requires anyone performing renova-tion work on homes and child-occupied facilities for compensation (built before 1978) to complete 8 hours of training to become a “Certified Renovator”. All builders, remodelers painters, plumbers, electri-cians, and mechanical contractors are included. This one-day course meets all requirements and provides the certification. Class breaks one hour for lunch on your own. Bring pen/pencil, photo ID, and arrive promptly. Fri., July 20, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Code: 11500 Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101/103 (2600 Aero Park Drive) Instructor: Builders License Institute Staff Cost: $159

Construction ProgramsNMC construction programs in HVAC, Elec-trical, Carpentry, Facilities Maintenance, and Renewable Energy are offered for academic credit. Details are available online at www.nmc.edu/technical or call (231) 995-2768.

QuickBooks for Contractors (Online)Designed specifically for the unique bookkeeping needs of the construction industry, this course shows you how to create custom estimates, methods for billing clients, and job cost reports. Prerequisite is Introduction to QuickBooks. This 6-week course is offered monthly. Cost is $99. For more information or to register, go to www.nmc.edu/ees and click “Online Courses”.

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Watercolor on Location: Painting Rivers and Streams EEAC732

Capture the rhythm and beauty of our local waters this summer. Join artist Carolyn Scott Risk on loca-tion on the Boardman River for an exciting water-color workshop. Learn how to draw a simple sketch of a river scene. Then create your river picture while exploring composition, color, and shapes. Whether you are a beginner or have experience, you’ll dis-cover simple techniques to make your paintings more unique as you bring the scene to life. A sup-ply list and directions will be mailed before the first class.2 Mon., June 18 & 25, 1-5 p.m. Code: 11439 NMC Boardman River Cabin on River Road Instructor: Carolyn Scott Risk Cost: $105 (does not include supplies)

Discover Watercolor Painting EEAC736

Expand your artistic ability as you explore the won-derful world of watercolor painting. Through dem-onstration 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. Bring a photograph to use as a reference and inspiration for your painting project in class. Ask for supply list when registering (approx. cost $80).2 Mon., July 9 & 16, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11440 Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Adam VanHouten Cost: $85 (does not include supplies)

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Printmaking EEAC733

Discover a new way to express your artistic ideas. Learn the exciting medium of printmaking with lino-leum blocks. Guided by artist Megan Olsen, experi-ence the process from design and drawing to carving into a linoleum block and finally, skillfully printing the block onto paper and fabric. Your original style will blossom using tools and materials unique to this art form. All materials provided.Tues. & Thurs., July 31 & Aug. 2 Code: 11442 6-9 p.m., Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Megan Olsen Cost: $95 (includes materials)

Photography classes see pg. 3

Glass Fusion EEAC652

Explore this unique medium whether you are a first time fuser or have experience. Learn how to cut colored glass and use an array of glass materials that are then kiln-melted to create one-of-a-kind art piec-es. Fashion a stunning glass pendant for a necklace, a glass pin, a sun catcher, and a wine bottle cheese tray with knife. Bring your favorite wine label on the bottle. All other materials will be provided.Tues. & Thurs., June 19 & 21 Code: 11443 6-9 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Debra Anton-Coburn Cost: $95, includes materials

Welding Basics EEAC713

Learn the essentials of welding for your work, art, or home-based projects. You’ll learn what you must know about safety along with the tools for wire and stick welding. Through presentations, demos, and hands-on work in the lab you’ll gain beginning skills in working with oxy-fuel, Stick Welding, and MIG processes along with some plasma cutting. You’ll receive information about personal protective equip-ment at the first class: safety glasses, gloves, and welding helmet (approx. $40). These will be needed for remaining sessions. Class size limited to 12. 4 Mon., June 18-July 9 Code: 11450 6-9 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 157-C Instructor: Patrick Harden Cost: $175 (includes welding materials)

Travel Writing(Online) Profit from your experiences in exotic lands (or your own backyard) by learning how to write and sell travel articles and books. See ad on page 12 for de-tails about this and other online courses.

Beading Basics— Make Your Own Jewelry EEAC571

Creating original, beautiful beaded jewelry is fun and easy. Learn the basic techniques through de-tailed 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 and elegant necklace and earring set. Bring a small towel, a pair of round-nose pliers, and your reading glasses. All other supplies provided. Tues., June 19 Code: 11451 6-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 1 Instructor: Tonja Carlson Cost: $39, includes supplies

Swarovski Tennis Bracelet EEAC729

Ramp up your jewelry making skills and add a beau-tiful piece to your collection. Create an exquisite tennis bracelet using your color choice of sparkling Swarovski crystals. Learn how to sew a daisy chain and then add accent beads. Find out how to attach a clasp and how to start a second thread of beads. Leave with a stunning work of art or at least enough of it started and the skills to confidently finish at home. Please bring reading glasses for fine detail work.Tues., July 17, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11452 University Center Rm. 01 Instructor: Tonja Carlson Cost: $49 (includes all materials)

Chain-O-Links Necklace EEAC697

Take your jewelry making skills up a notch and dis-cover the world of creativity available in jump-ring jewelry, pieces created by linking individual rings of wire. Make your own chains for hanging pendants and more. Learn about the different qualities of met-als, what to use and what not to use, and the tech-niques for putting together wire-wrapped beads and chain into a gorgeous original piece you’ll be proud to wear, give, or sell. Bring a towel, flat nose pliers, and reading glasses if you need them. Tues., July 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Code: 11453 University Center Rm. 1 Instructor: Tonja Carlson Cost: $35

Printmaking I EART181

This is an 8-week introduction to the printmaking techniques of intaglio, lithography, relief embossing and mono prints. Gain knowledge of the history, conception, production, and presentation of achro-matic prints. This course is also offered for credit. 8 Mon. & Wed., June 13-Aug. 8 Code: 11527 9 a.m.-12:50 p.m., Fine Arts Rm. 132 Instructor: Douglas Domine Cost: $371

Family Pottery EEAC601

Bring a family member or two for some fun clay work. After learning some simple handbuilding techniques (not wheelwork), family members will be able to create several different pottery pieces. Creations might include bowls, vases, tiles, cups, or something more unusual such as gargoyles, abstract sculptures, or totem pole rings. We will build with clay then glaze our pieces.3 Wed., July 11-25, 6-8:30 p.m. Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135 Instructor: Kate Fairman Cost: $65 per adult Code: 11454 $37 per child (age 12 and under) Code: 11455

T-shirt Quilt EEAC608

Have you seen those cool quilts made out of old t-shirts? They’re a fun way to preserve memories and they make wonderful gifts for sports fans or recent graduates. Gain confidence and skills to make your own quilt! Get an overview of the process from cutting and sewing to quilting and binding the first night. Bring a sewing machine to the second class and come prepared to give new life to 15-20 old t-shirts under the guidance of a seasoned quilter. Ba-sic sewing skills are helpful. Supply list and pre-class instructions will be mailed prior to class. Wed., May 30, 6-8 p.m. Code: 12007 and Sat., June 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. University Center Rm. 01 Instructor: Diane Bozzi Cost: $55

Music

Flute Spa Day EEAC738

Enjoy a relaxing day of learning and playing guided by NMC flute instructor and performer, Dr. Deborah Podolka. The day is designed for all levels of playing where you will participate in flute choir sessions and receive individual attention as part of this stress-free experience. Teaching and playing will come from Marcel Moyse’s De La Sonorite technique book (available for purchase in class at $28 or bring your copy). No spa day is complete without massage—chair massage will be available for $1 a minute throughout the day. Dress to be comfortable and bring a lunch or snack for the noon break, a water bottle, and mat or towel to sit on. Thurs., June 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Code: 11456 Fine Arts Rm. 105 Instructor: Deborah Podolka Cost: $65

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Essentials of Songwriting: A One-Day Workshop EEAC691

Begin to find your song-writing voice, sharpen your skills, and create songs listeners will appreciate and remember. Guided by Terri Senecal, songwriter for over 25 years, you’ll learn techniques success-ful writers use to craft vivid, memorable songs. In a hands-on workshop format, you will apply songwriting strategies to an idea, identify structures and patterns that work, and select effective song forms. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced songwriter, you’ll learn how to brainstorm ideas, overcome writer’s block, and express yourself more effectively in words and music. 2 Sat., Aug. 18 & 25, 2-4 p.m. Code: 11457 Fine Arts Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Terri Senecal Cost: $49

Applied Private Music Lessons (Adults age 16+)Flute • Guitar • Piano • Voice • and more Brush up or get started this summer with 8 hour-long individual music lessons available for most instru-ments including voice. Instructors are accomplished musicians and teachers; location may be in a cam-pus or private studio. Register through the Extended Education office at (231) 995-1700. Specific hours will be arranged through the instructor.Arranged times between the weeks of June 11 and Aug. 13 Cost: $350

Special Interest

Voyage to the

Bottom of the Bay EESA658

This unique adventure lets you explore the bottom of the bay without getting wet! Mix NMC’s research vessel The Northwestern, a shipwreck, the harbor, a classroom, and a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) and you get a memorable hands-on discovery ex-perience wrapped into two days. Begin in the class-room with Hans VanSumeren, the director of NMC’s Water Studies Program, where you’ll learn basic water science, work with biological samplings, dis-cuss area shipwrecks, and get friendly with an ROV. Practice using the highly sophisticated ROV from the pier in preparation for a trip on day two aboard the Northwestern to explore a shipwreck, likely the B West discovered in 2011 (specific site is weather-dependent). In case of poor weather, the 2nd day will be on Friday instead of Thursday. Wear sturdy shoes to be on the pier and ship (no flip flops). Lunch provided first day. Space limited to 12 partici-pants.Wed. & Thurs., July 18 & 19 Code: 11504 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Great Lakes Rm. 112 Instructor: Hans VanSumeren Cost: $495

Lighthouse Discovery Tour EESA657

Point Betsie, Big Sable Point, White River, Grand Ha-ven, Holland Harbor—the Lake Michigan shoreline is dotted with lighthouses, points, and piers filled with history and intrigue. Enjoy a two-day explora-tion that highlights up to 13 sites between Empire and South Haven. Guided by light historian, Sally Frye, you’ll get a close-up look at half the sites on the trip south along with inside stories and a touch of history. The Wednesday return focuses on the re-maining lights with opportunities to view some not generally open to the public. We’ll travel in a com-fortable motor coach with a picnic lunch the first day. Overnight accommodations are in South Ha-ven. Cost includes transportation, hotel, fees, materi-als, one lunch, and breakfast at hotel. Not included: group dinner and one lunch. Please register by June 27. Late registration is possible if space is available. Tues. & Wed., July 31 & Aug. 1 Code: 11506 8 a.m.-6 p.m. both days Meet at Great Lakes Campus (east side parking lot) Instructor and host: Sally Frye Cost: $285 ($270 with LIFE Discount), shared room Cost with Single Supplement: $343

Lighthouse Get-Away— Boat Cruise West EESA663

Escape on a guided one-day maritime experience of lighthouses, history, and water. The highlight of the day is a 3-hour boat excursion getting close-up views of several lights in northern Lake Michigan. But there’s much more! On your way to Mackinaw City by bus, you’ll stop at the Charlevoix Pier Light and Harbor Springs Lighthouse before heading to McGulpin Point Lighthouse where you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch. Then it’s on to the boat cruise which will head west under the Mighty Mac. Lights include White Shoal, Gray’s Reef, Waugoshance, and St. Helena. Once on shore, relax with a group dinner to recap the day. Included in cost: bus transportation, lunch, boat tour, light house entry, all-day instructor/guide. Dinner cost not included. Please register be-fore August 27. Late registration is possible if space is available.Tues., Sept. 11, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Code: 11511 (return time is approximate) Meet at Great Lakes Campus (east side parking lot) Instructor: Sally Frye Cost: $159

Remembering the Civil War: National and Local Memorials EESA659

During the 150th anniversary of the Civil war, ex-plore war remembrances through discussion, multi-media, and a short local walking tour. Guided by college and high school history instructor, Michael Rutledge, revisit the social and cultural conditions immediately after the war. How and when did me-morials begin to be constructed? In what ways did this area contribute to the war and how are these remembered? Class concludes with a visit to the GT County Courthouse and Oakwood Cemetery to re-discover close-to-home remembrances.Thurs., June 21, 1-4:30 p.m. Code: 11521 University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Michael Rutledge Cost: $39

Basic Bike Maintenance EEPA293

Whether you ride on the local trails, or are simply cruising town, gain important bicycle repair skills in this hand-on course for “do-it-yourselfers”. Move beyond basic bicycle first aid as you learn how to properly inspect, clean and lubricate your bike and chain, adjust the drivetrain, and tune-up your brakes. Cost includes the Big Blue Book of Bike Repair, a $20 value. Thurs., June 28, 6-8 p.m. Code: 11489 Aero Park Campus, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Chris Remy Cost: $49, includes book

Providing musical artistry experi-ences for youth entering grades 2-9. Auditions for the 2012-2013 school year will be held May 29 and 30 at NMC. Call 231-995-1700 to schedule an audition. Visit nmc.edu/childrens-choir to learn more about the choir.

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Global, National, and Regional Issues Oil, Iran, and the Bomb: Are We at the Brink? EESA651

Where is Iran’s nuclear program taking us? Over the decades, the US-Iran relationship has became increasingly difficult. Guided by Jack Segal, NATO advisor and recent senior diplomat, look at the development of Iran’s a nuclear industry and how internal conflicts continue to drive the regime to pursue weapons. Assess the policy options taken in attempts to constrain nuclear ambitions along with the growing demand for oil that strengthens Iran. What effect have the changes in the Middle East had on Iran? What role do high oil prices play? What op-tions will face the U.S. president as pressures mount to address Iran’s efforts to become a nuclear power?2 Tues., May 21 & June 7 Code: 11520 9:30 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Jack Segal Cost: $59

Can the Middle Class Be Saved? EESA648

Changes in the American economy over the past 40 years have left the once strong American middle class shrunken and under a range of threats. The cur-rent ‘Great Recession’ has deepened and hastened trends that have long been at work. Commentators and students of society of all stripes agree on that point. Explore the sources of the threat and what, if anything, might be done about it. Look at the circumstances facing the middle class and examine some of the prominent efforts to understand why things are as they are along with leading proposals to respond to the threat.2 Thurs., May 24 & 31 Code: 12120 9:30 a.m.-noon, University Center Rm. 218 Instructor: Phil Mikesell Cost: $59

Energy ForumsThe Grand Vision Energy Network presents this se-ries of forums titled “Focus on Energy” addressing topics important to our vital regional energy needs. The forums provide forward-looking conversations around the energy-related challenges and potential solutions of our community. Upcoming forums: May 21 “Distributed Combined Heat and Power Systems” at Aero Park Campus, Parsons-Stulen Bldg., 6-9 p.m., free of charge.June 11 “TC Wind Ordinance” at Aero Park Cam-pus, Parsons-Stulen Bldg., 6-9 p.m., free of charge.Aug. 6 “Biodiesel Production” at Aero Park Campus, Parsons-Stulen Bldg., 6-9 p.m., free of charge.

International Affairs Forums Gain insight and up-to-date information by par-ticipating in this global lecture series hosted by the International Affairs Forum and NMC. Each month features notable speakers—former ambas-sadors, government advisors, professors, and think-tank people—who discuss topics in their fields of expertise. The remaining 2011-2012 lec-ture series date is:June 21 – “Changing a Culture of Impunity: Ensuring Human Rights around the World” pre-senter Susanna Riveles is a human rights activist and former board member of Amnesty Interna-tional.The next season of lectures will be posted on the website at www.nmc.edu/ees in late summer. All lectures are held in the Milliken Auditorium on NMC’s main campus. Refreshments and re-ception begin at 5:15 p.m. followed by the guest speaker at 6 p.m. Individual lecture tickets are available for $10 (and at the door). Become a “subscriber” for $125 and receive 16 tickets to use for any lecture(s) throughout the year. Cur-rent teachers and students are admitted at no charge for most forums. To receive a complete schedule, or for tickets, please call the EES office at (231) 995-1700.

Language and Culture Continuing German Courses Three levels of continuing German are available. Ger Fuleky, German-born instructor, teaches the courses in her home with access to her library. The instructor can help you decide which level is right for you (995-9295). Full course descriptions are available online at nmc.edu/ees.

Intermediate German EECO238

10 Wed., June 20-Aug. 29, 4-6 p.m. Code: 11459 (no class July 4) Cost: $125

Advanced German EECO296

10 Mon., June 25-Aug. 27, 4-6 p.m. Code: 11460 Cost: $125

Ultimate German EECO297

10 Tues., June 19-Aug. 21, 4-6 p.m. Code: 11461 Cost: $125

Learn a new language with an online class—see ad on pg. 12

Spanish for the Traveler EECO314

Do you enjoy traveling to Spanish speaking coun-tries? Imagine how much more rewarding the experi-ence would be if only you could converse with the locals. Learn enough words and phrases to feel more comfortable in many traveling situations including dining, shopping, transportation, and accommoda-tions. This interactive class focuses on listening and speaking—just what you need for the confidence to get off the beaten path on that next trip!2 weeks, Mon. & Wed. Code: 11458 June 11-20, 6-8:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 209 Instructor: Erica Dwyer Cost: $75 (does not include text)

Writing Poetshop: Creative Workshop for Poets EECO317

Explore the processes and formulas of writers and poets today by working with all stages of the writing process, from reading to writing to getting known and published. Read the hottest contemporary poets to hone your critical/analytical skills; write with the goal of exploring new styles and voices; read each others’ poems in a helpful workshop format; and look at modern, practical ways you can market your-self. You’ll also get tips on submitting your creative work to literary magazines as well as how to design your own chapbook worthy of publication.3 Wed., May 30-June 13, 5:30-8 p.m. Code: 12035 University Center Rm. 9 Instructor: Allison Leigh Peters Cost: $89

Vision and Revision: A One-Day Workshop EECO279

Revision isn’t about “fixing” your writing—it’s the heart of the writing process. Guided by author and college professor, Stephen Lewis, explore rewriting strategies to strengthen the story you want to tell—a chapter in a novel, a memoir, or creative non-fiction. Get help exploring your work from a broad perspec-tive (how it combines narrative elements to best effect) and narrow perspectives (how language can be sharpened). Through peer review, you’ll discover how well your work does in moving and engaging the reader. Bring a portion of a narrative on a flash drive (or copies). Leave with ideas and insights to move your writing to the next level. A box lunch is included.Fri., July 27, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Code: 11463 University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Stephen Lewis Cost: $69

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Self-Publishing Using Online Technologies EECO319

It’s fast, easy, and economical to create and print almost any kind of book today using online tech-nologies—and the results are stunning! Learn about the options for designing, printing, and distributing everything from cookbooks to family photo albums, travel books to art portfolios, poetry, memoirs, and fiction. Shaw will demonstrate the creation of a pho-to book and a book of poetry online, then present the finished products. No fancy design programming necessary, but you should be familiar with the basics of the Internet. Tues., June 26, 6-8 p.m. Code: 11462 University Center Rm. 219 Instructor: Heather Shaw Cost: $29

Online Technologies for Publishing Your Book— Creation to Distribution EECO321

Self-publishing has gone from a dirty little secret to a viable tool for growing an audience, presenting your work to agents and publishers, and making money through online and local sales. Bring your text on a thumb drive and learn how to format work for uploading to CreateSpace. Discover online ser-vices available for cover design. Explore printing and distribution options plus costs, royalty payments, and sales challenges. No fancy design programming necessary, but you should be familiar with word pro-cessing and Internet basics. Class takes place in a PC computer lab; bring your own laptop if you prefer.Thurs., May 31, 6-9 p.m. Code: 12039 Beckett Bldg. Rm. 202 Instructor: Heather Shaw Cost: $49

Creative Writing EENG221

Joint offering with the Communications Area. Learn the basic techniques of effective, imaginative writ-ing of fiction and short stories. Includes analysis of model works and critique of manuscripts produced by class members. Required text available at the NMC Bookstore (995-1285).8 Tues. & Thurs., June 14-Aug. 7 Code: 11388 1-3:30 p.m., Scholars Hall Rm. 101 Instructor: Staff Cost: $249 (does not include text)

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Fitness and WellnessDance Yoga Personal Growth and Wellness Health Education Institute Fitness Martial Arts

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

The Wedding Dance EEPA313

Congratulations, someone’s getting married! Oh, no—the date is fast approaching and you need a dance lesson. This one-night class is for the lucky bride and groom, parents, relatives, or even the entire wedding party who need 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. Fri., June 22, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11464 Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Mykl Werth Cost: $25 per individual; or $43 per couple

Partner Dancing Made Easy EEPA339

Become a better dancer! Tired of trying to learn complicated dance steps? Enjoy those summer par-ties and weddings with user-friendly approaches to moving on the dance floor. In a fun and relaxed at-mosphere, you’ll learn basic moves for various kinds of music. Designed for beginners and dancers with some experience. No partner necessary. Wear slip-pery soled shoes. Note: couple discount is not avail-able if registering online.Fri., June 29, 6-9 p.m. Code: 11465 Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Mykl Werth Cost: $25 per individual (save $7 on second person if registering with partner)

A Chance to Dance EEPA237

Enjoy a Friday night dance and practice all those great new moves you acquired in a dance class. In-structor Mykl Werth will be on hand to keep a vari-ety of music styles going and to give a little guidance if you wish. Singles and couples welcome. Wear slippery-soled shoes. Choose either Friday or both.2 Fri., June 22 & 29 10 p.m.-Midnight Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Dance Master: Mykl Werth Cost: $5 per person, per class (pay at the door)

Yoga Yoga—Beginning and Beyond EEPA169

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 Fri., June 22-Aug. 17 Code: 11466 5:15-6:45 p.m. Instructor: Libby Robold Option 2: 9 Sat., June 23-Aug. 18 Code: 11467 9-10:30 a.m. Instructor: Staff Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Cost: $135 each option

Sunrise Flow Yoga EEPA270

An energetic “wake me, shake me” flow of yoga postures arranged in an intelligent sequence, transi-tioning from one to the next, steadily builds in inten-sity, 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 well-conditioned, athletic indi-viduals.Option 1: 9 Tues., June 19-Aug. 14 Code: 11468 7:30-8:30 a.m. Option 2: 9 Tues., June 19-Aug. 14 Code: 11469 9-10 a.m. Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Libby Robold Cost: $89 each option

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AyurYoga EEPA377

Understanding your doshas (energy blueprints) influ-ences the direction of your yoga practice and heal-ing. Learn to adjust your lifestyle (including food choices) for your type and to practice yoga for your unique constitution.5 Wed., June 20-July 25 Code: 11470 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (no class July 4) Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Libby Robold Cost: $59

Moon Flow Yoga EEPA355

The Moon Flow is an invigorating yoga practice of classic yoga asanas and a blend of beautiful vinyasa (synchronizing breath and movement). Chandra Na-maskara is a flow based on sideways movement, en-ergizing yet calming. This is a complementary flow to the sun salutations for all levels of practitioners.9 Wed., June 20-Aug. 22 Code: 11471 5:45-7 p.m. (no class July 4) Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Michael Robold Cost: $115

Kundalini Yoga Fire Series EEPA312

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., June 21-Aug. 16 Code: 11472 6:45-8:15 p.m., Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Libby Robold Cost: $135

Yoga for Arthritis and Stiff Bodies EEPA234

Come learn easy, helpful techniques of yoga for ar-thritis and general stiffness. In this session, arthritis will be looked at from the perspective of balanc-ing 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. 9 Fri., June 22-Aug. 17 Code: 11473 1-2:30 p.m. Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Libby Robold Cost: $179 ($145 with LIFE Discount)

Gentle Yoga EESA105

Find out why so many have found that yoga im-proves flexibility, strength, posture, and balance, and provides a sense of physical and spiritual wellness. See page 9 for details.

Yoga for Athletes EEPA271

This class offers a dynamic practice of yoga poses for increased flexibility and balance while building greater core strength. The class is designed specifi-cally for very active people of all ages. No previous yoga experience required. 9 Fri., June 22-Aug. 17 Code: 11474 6-7:15 a.m. Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Michael Robold Cost: $115

Pre-Natal Yoga EEPM105

Yoga for the mom-to-be helps you to connect with your baby through relaxation, breath work, and opening postures. See page 22 for details.

Meditation: Beginning and Beyond EEPA251

Part a healthy lifestyle, regular practice of meditation can reduce stress, improve health, boost the immune system, and balance emotions. This class includes meditation and discussion around the awakening and maturing of the conscious mind. Experience techniques and breath work to relax and center your body and your mind. Wear comfortable clothing. Ask for detailed directions when registering.8 Tues., June 26-Aug. 21 Code: 11475 6:40-7:30 p.m. (no class July 3) Meet at Epiphany East (M-72 in Acme) Instructor: Margaret Magner Cost: $89

Chakra Yoga EHF116

Awaken, move and balance the seven chakra energy centers of your body as you develop greater under-standing of their relationship to the practice of yoga. Appropriate for both beginning yoga students, as well as experienced students who wish to enhance their personal practice. This course may also be taken for academic credit. Bring a yoga mat and firm blanket; wear comfortable, loose, layered clothing.8 Wed. & Fri., June 13-Aug. 8 Code: 11391 10-11:50 a.m., Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Diane Samarasinge Cost: $179

Bikram Yoga EHF118A

Joint offering with the Physical Education Area. The original Hot Yoga, 105 degrees, 26 poses, two breathing exercises, plus heat. 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 with morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend times to choose from. Call (231) 392-4798 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 Tues., June 12 at 4 p.m. at Bikram Yoga Studio (845 S. Garfield Ave., next to Agave Restaurant) – those who don’t attend will be dropped from the course without refund. Class meets for 90 minutes three times per week for 7.5 weeks on a flexible schedule June 13-Aug. 8 Code: 11390 Bikram Studio, 845 S. Garfield Ave., next to Agave Restaurant Instructor: Brandon Kietzman & Staff Cost: $175

Personal Growth and Wellness Chinese Medicine EEPH345

Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, Oriental medicine—what is it and how is it used? Satisfy your curiosity as you learn about this healing system. Explore the philosophy and history of Oriental medi-cine, the how and why of acupuncture and eastern herbalism, and the contemporary practical applica-tions of this popular form of healthcare.2 Thurs., May 24 & 31, 5:30-7 p.m. Code: 12099 Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Jill Donberg Cost: $39

Juicing: Tasty Drinks for a Healthier Life EEPH346

Discover the joy of juicing. This fun, health-promot-ing demo/tasting class provides you with the oppor-tunity to try new recipes and experiment to create new tasty treats. Try different juices while exploring recipes that taste great and provide specific benefits to your health. Learn about different types of juice-making machines and leave with a selection of refer-ence book titles and a list of recipes to try at home.Tues., July 17, 6-8 p.m. Code: 11476 Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Kelly Ignace Cost: $39

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Self Defense for Women EEPH186

For college students and all women, personal safety is often a concern—the remote parking lot, a walk at dusk, the elevator, your appointment in a building that looks too empty. Gain confidence and practi-cal skills that can help you avoid becoming a victim and learn effective techniques to fend off an attacker. This training includes strategies of avoidance, self-defense, and hands-on practice. Your coach, law enforcement officer Sergeant Preston Taylor, teaches defense tactics to officers and community members. 3 Thurs., Aug. 2-16 Code: 11477 6-8 p.m., University Center Rm. 14 Instructor: Preston Taylor Cost: $59

Health Education Institute The Institute is a partnership between Munson Healthcare and Northwestern Michigan Col-lege that seeks to respond to changing needs of the community, enhancing your healthy lifestyle by providing ready-to-use skills and information.

Tai Chi for Arthritis— Continuing EEPM127

Continue study of the gentle beginning 12-move-ment Sun style while extending your practice with effective new movements to improve posture, bal-ance, stability, circulation, and concentration. Reap the benefits from a program that has helped thou-sands of people with arthritis and other musculoskel-etal conditions. Wear comfortable clothing. 8 Thurs., June 21-Aug. 9, 10-11 a.m. Code: 11478 Munson Community Health Center, Classroom F (550 Munson Ave.) Instructor: Nancy Deye Cost: $89 ($73 with LIFE Discount)

Pre-Natal Yoga EEPM105

Yoga for the mom-to-be helps you to connect with your baby through relaxation, breath work, and opening postures. The sessions blend relaxation and gentle yoga movements with a focus on the breath to support a calm body and mind during labor and as a parent. Suitable for any stage of pregnancy. Wear comfortable clothes for movement.8 Mon., June 25-Aug. 20 Code: 11479 5-6 p.m. (no class July 2) Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street) Instructor: Margaret Magner Cost: $105

Qigong for Strengthening EEPM132

Qigong combines slow gentle movement with breath, body alignment, imagery and intention. Easy to learn, this routine includes an energy balancing phase and then focuses on cleansing and strengthen-ing the heart, lungs, liver, stomach, intestines, kid-neys, gall bladder, brain and nervous system. After each class you’ll feel clear and refreshed. By the end, you will be able to confidently do this Qigong form at home. No previous experience necessary, all welcome!6 Thurs., July 12-Aug. 16 Code: 11480 5:30-6:30 p.m. Munson Community Health Center, Classroom D (550 Munson Ave.) Instructor: Joan D’Argo Cost: $69

Fitness Total Body Fitness with NIA EEPA285

Mix a little martial arts (tai chi, aikido, tai kwon do), dance arts, and healing arts (like yoga), turn on the music, and you have a fun, dynamic way to get an effective cardiovascular workout. NIA (Neuromus-cular Integrative Action) promotes healthy joints and balance; increases strength, flexibility, and circula-tion; reduces tension; and especially important, it is designed to be pleasurable and movements can be modified so that you work at a level appropriate for you. Wear comfortable clothing. 6 Tues., June 19-July 31 Code: 11481 5:30-6:30 p.m. (no class July 3) Munson Community Health Center, Classroom D (550 Munson Ave.) Instructor: Anna Wassa Cost: $65

Introduction to Triathlon Training EEPA437

NMC Extended Education and Eastern Michigan University have partnered to bring you a two-day course designed for novice triathletes. Guided by professional triathlete, Derrick Fries, you will be introduced to all the phases needed to success-fully complete a sprint triathlon. Gain skills and confidence about the rules, training regimes, set-up techniques, transition skills, swimming, biking, and running. You’ll want to be comfortable around wa-ter and able to swim 50 yards and run 1 km. Please bring your bike. No experience necessary. Class will break for lunch on your own. For information on obtaining EMU college credit, please contact Jacqui Frensley at up.north@emich.edu.Fri. June 8, 3-8 p.m. Code: 12205 and Sat. June 9, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Meet at Traverse City Civic Center Instructor: Derrick Fries, Ph.D. Cost: $199

Gentle Pilates for 50+ EESA569

Continue a practice of core strengthening and flex-ibility. The workout is similar to what you’ve been doing in Forever Fit.7 Tues. & Thurs., June 12-Aug. 3 Code: 11482 (no class July 3 & 5) 8-9 a.m., Phys. Ed. Gym Instructor: Maggie Quinn Cost: $55 ($45 with LIFE Discount)

Strength Training for 50+ EESA489

Stay fit this summer. Each session works all muscle groups to increase strength, improve posture, and provide greater mobility. The 50-minute workout takes place in the air-conditioned NMC Fitness Center. 7 Wed. & Fri., June 13-Aug. 3 Code: 11484 (no class July 4 & 6) 8-9 a.m., Phys. Ed. Rm. 206 Instructor: Maggie Quinn Cost: $75 ($64 with LIFE Discount)

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NMC Health and Fitness Center: Fitness Circuit Membership EEPA154

Work out in comfort with a staff fitness and exercise specialist available to assist you. You receive a fitness evaluation and instruction in proper use of the NMC Fitness Circuit which includes universal weight machine stations and exercise bicycles, treadmills, ellipticals, stairclimbers, and nordic track machines. Based on an analysis of your fitness levels, you will follow an exercise program designed to meet your individual needs. Lockers and showers are available. Call 995-1379 during open hours for a required ori-entation/evaluation appointment prior to your first workout session. Enjoy unlimited use for the Code: 11485 summer months Fitness Circuit open hours: Mon. through Thurs.: 4-7 p.m. Tues. & Thurs., Noon-2 p.m. and Sat.: 9 a.m.-noon NMC Health and Fitness Center (Phys. Ed. Rm. 206) Cost: $75 for a summer membership

Weight Strengthening EEPA152

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. Work-out is 50 minutes.7 weeks, Wed. & Fri., 5-6 a.m. Code: 11486 June 13-Aug. 3 (no class July 4 & 6) NMC Health and Fitness Center (Phys. Ed. Rm. 206) Instructor: Maggie Quinn Cost: $95 ($84 with LIFE Discount)

Aerobic Dance EHF124

Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dance is a progressive program that is choreographed for the nondancer, al-though you will feel like a dancer while firming your body and strengthening your cardiovascular system. Bring a floor mat. This course can also be taken for academic credit. 8 Tues. & Thurs., June 14-Aug. 7 Code: 11392 9-9:50 a.m., Phys. Ed. Rm. 120 Instructor: Terry Tarnow Cost: $96

For hiking, flyfishing, sailing, kayaking, and more, see pages 2 & 3

Backpacking I EOUT125

Designed for beginning backpackers, this weekend course includes basic backpacking skills, overnight camping, equipment, food planning and prepara-tion, map and compass navigation, and backcountry first aid. You’ll also learn minimal-impact strategies. Equipment provided if needed. Orientation session required. Take this course for fun or physical educa-tion college credit. Sat. & Sun., June 16 & 17 Code: 11393 Orientation: Tues., June 12, 6-9 p.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 202; Instructor: Pete LaCourse Call 995-1198 for course details Cost: $239

Canoeing I EOUT160

Instruction in various techniques of canoeing will be introduced in flat water. Wilderness travel by canoe will also be discussed. Two one-day trips are planned. Canoes are provided. This course can also be taken for academic credit. Sat. & Sun., June 30 & July 1 Code: 11394 Orientation: Tues., June 26, 6-9 p.m. Phys. Ed. Rm. 202; Instructor: Pete LaCourse Call 995-1198 for course details Cost: $239

Martial Arts Summer Tae Kwon Do EEPA294

Experience tournament point sparring, ground fight-ing, partner and forms work in a comfortable, well-regulated setting. Any style martial art or skill level is encouraged to participate. Develop mental and physical discipline, personal health, and self-defense techniques to benefit you throughout life. Foam dipped sparring equipment, cup (for men), and mouthguard required for sparring. The only skill you need is the willingness to learn. Minimum age is 16.8 Tues., June 12-Aug. 7 Code: 11514 5:30-7:30 p.m. (no class July 3) Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Rick Babik Cost: $45

Summer Judo EEPA299

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. Wear comfort-able clothing. Minimum age is 16.6 Wed., May 30-July 11 Code: 11512 7:30-9:30 p.m. (no class July 4) Phys. Ed. Bldg., Gym Instructors: Stephanie Hawkins & Maggie Sperry Cost: $49

Beginning Aikido EPE139

This joint offering based on the martial arts of the samurai, teaches balance, safe falls, working with a partner, and self-discipline. Wear a long-sleeved sweatshirt and sweatpants. Minimum age is 16. This course can also be taken for academic credit. 8 Tues. & Thurs., June 14-Aug. 7 Code: 11395 6:30-7:20 p.m., Phys. Ed. Gym Instructors: Shawn Denton Cost: $96

Continuing Aikido EPE143

This joint offering provides training that emulates regular Aikido practice in a private dojo (training fa-cility), with mastery of advanced techniques, weap-ons, and Aikido philosophy. Minimum age is 16. This course can also be taken for academic credit. 8 Tues. & Thurs., June 14-Aug. 7 Code: 11396 5:30-7:20 p.m., Phys. Ed. Gym Instructors: Craig Carlson & Doug Zernow Cost: $184

Kuntaw I EPE148

This joint offering introduces a martial art which stresses flexibility and agility, rather than power or strength. Using circular strike/counter defense, training includes use of arnis (sticks), basic strikes, blocks, kicks, anyos (forms), and self-defense. Mini-mum age is 16. This course can also be taken for academic credit. 8 Mon. & Wed., June 13-Aug. 8 Code: 11397 8-9:50 p.m., Phys. Ed. Gym Instructor: Paul Vittorelli Cost: $174

Martial Arts for Kids Judo (Ages 8–Adult) EEYP301

Judo is an internationally recognized sport based on traditional Japanese arts of bare-handed fighting to develop mind and body. Class divided according to skill and ability. Parents are welcome to enroll with their child. Wear comfortable clothing.4 Sat., June 23-July 14 NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Gym Beginning: 9:30-10:20 a.m. Code: 11515 Advanced: 10:30-11:50 a.m. Code: 11516 Instructors: Stephanie Hawkins & Maggie Sperry Cost: $29 each course

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What happens when you mix summer, a college campus, and kids? Lots of serious fun and active learning! The program stimulates and nurtures the minds of young people with 180 learning options. Read descriptions care-fully to find the best fit for your child.Week-long classes are listed by age or by the grade your child will enter this fall. Prices are listed under each class. Early enrollment is encouraged–many classes fill quickly. Registration is easy, see page 47 for details. Partial financial aid is available. Check the website for updates through-out the summer. Full classes, added classes, and cancellations will be posted.

www.nmc.edu/kids

180 Classes inJune, July, Aug• art • science • music • cooking • computers • languages • technology • outdoor adventures • scuba and much more!See calendar of classes on page 30. Financial aid is available.

Over the Rainbow (Ages 4–6) EEYA122

Come discover fascinating things about color. Become a budding scientist and learn the magic of color. Work with a variety of materials from finger paints and shaving cream to Cray-pas and glitter. Listen to stories and learn about artists who were wild about color. Sing songs that brighten your world! You’ll have a lot of fun during this week of messy discovery. Bring an art shirt.Kids on Campus week: Code: 11206 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Brandy DeBarr $69

Dancing Feet Creative Movement (Ages 4–6) EEYA123

Spin, stretch, walk, slide—your body wants to move. Let your feet tell stories as you explore different kinds of dance like jazz, ballet, and modern. You’ll learn to stretch like a dancer and balance your body as you leap and twirl. You’ll move to different kinds of music as you create your own dances and make up some with the group. No dance experience is needed. Wear comfortable clothes for moving (no jeans please), and dance shoes (bare feet are fine too).Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12, 10 a.m.-noon Code: 11207 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Rebecca Walters $59

Princess Party (Ages 4–6) EEYA104

It’s a party and you’re invited! Join Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, and more in a week full of princess fun. Make a crown and sash, a beaded necklace and other princess accessories. Dive into a treasure trunk to dress-up in princess glamour! 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.Option 1: Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11208 1-3 p.m. Option 2: Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11209 10 a.m.-noon Aero Park Campus, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Melissa Tengdin $75 each option

Adventures with Lightening McQueen (Ages 4–6) EEYA105

KA-POW! Get ready for a fun week with Lightening McQueen and all your favorite race cars. You will paint a wooden race car, measure, mix, and explore “asphalt”, dance, sing, and play games. Use good teamwork and math skills to find Lightening McQueen after he falls off Mack’s trailer in an exciting treasure hunt. Each day you’ll create racing-inspired art projects, so wear clothes that can get messy. On your mark, get set, GO!Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11210 10 a.m.-noon, Aero Park Campus, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Krista Taylor $75

Rainforest Adventure (Ages 4–6) EEYA106

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 as we work with art, music, games, stories, and movement. Make cool animal projects like frog hand puppets, build your own terrarium, create a rain stick, and try new fruits. Every day is a fun day—in the rainforest!Mon.-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11211 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Brandy DeBarr $69

Treasure Hunters— A Pirate Adventure (Ages 4–6) EEYA108

Become a treasure hunter as we search for the hidden treasures of pirates. On our own ‘island’ we’ll create a pirate ship and pirate maps to lead us to lost treasures. You’ll make your own pirate hat and glittering treasure chest to hold your loot. Each day you’ll create pirate art projects and enjoy stories and games. Yo ho ho! Climb aboard for a great adventure!Option 1: Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11212 10 a.m.-noon, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Option 2: Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11213 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Lisa Bracey $69 each option

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Special feature: Kids on Campus week July 23-27

If you enroll in a morning and afternoon session the week of July 23, 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 will help you get to the lunch area and afternoon classes. Bring a lunch—juice packs are provided. (Financial aid is not available.)

Create an all-day learning experi-ence by selecting a morning and afternoon session along with a kick-back supervised “Lunch Break!” (age 4 to grade 8).

• Choose from these 23 learning adventures• Register for Lunch Break and bring your lunch —beverages are provided

Cost: $10 for the week Code: 11288**If choosing Lunch Break, be sure to include code 10875 on your registration form.

Classes meet at Aero Park Campus in the Parsons/Stulen Bldg. or Aero Park Labs Bldg. 2600 or 2525 Aero Park Drive, Tra-verse City (access Aero Park Dr. from Three Mile Rd. or Parsons Rd.)

Optional Lunch Break! July 23-27 (Age 4–14)

Over the Rainbow Ages 4 -6 p. 3Art in the City 1-3 p. 9Underwater Adventures with Nemo 1-3 p. 9Amigo Spanish Club 1-3 p. 9Project Runway–Create an Outfit 4-6 p. 17All Aboard the Hogwarts Express 4-6 p. 22Draw, Paint, Sculpt 4-6 p. 23Pop Can Science 4-6 p. 23Say It in Japanese 4–8 p. 26Woodworking Project 5-8 p. 28Keyboarding: Learn to Type Faster 7-9 p. 31Game Programming 7-12 p. 33

Discover Dinosaurs Ages 4 -6 p. 4Fiesta! Spanish for Kids Ages 4 -6 p. 5Paper Clay Camp 1-3 p. 9YAHOOligans 1–3 p. 9Drawing and Painting 1–3 p. 9Project Runway–Accessories 4–6 p. 17Civil War Kids 4–6 p. 23Angry Birds in Action 4–6 p. 23Great American Car Race 4–6 p. 23Building Animated Worlds 5–7 p. 27Watercolors 6–9 p. 30

Welcome to Pixie Hollow (Ages 4–6) EEYA109

Fly to Pixie Hollow and experience the wonder and magic of Tinkerbell’s hidden world through art and stories. Decorate a wish box, design your own fairy doll and build her a home in a fairy village. Transform into a fairy by earning your wings and creating a skirt, a crown that glitters, and sparkly jewelry. Then wear all your fairy fashions to a special tea party on the last day. Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11214 1-3 p.m. Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Lisa Bracey $69

Mighty Michigan! (Ages 4–6) EEYA110

What do bears, Native Americans, cherries, fudge, and tall ships have in common? They can all be found in Michigan! Build a bird feeder, create yummy treats from Michigan cherries, and make a sailboat. Find out how to protect special places like Sleeping Bear Dunes. Learn a Native American dance as you explore the stories, facts, and fun found here in the Great Lakes state. Get to know Michigan in this action-packed week.Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11215 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Brandy DeBarr $69

KinderScience (Ages 4–6) EEYA112

Colorful rainbows, bouncy balls, slippery slime—use your five senses to explore summer science. Each day, like a real scientist, you will make predictions, conduct experiments, and keep a visual journal of what you discover. You’ll get lots of hands-on fun as you discover sizzling summer sensations!Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11216 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Erica Dwyer $75

Art, Art, and More Art (Ages 4–6) EEYA119

Explore all kinds of fun and messy art in this week of hands-on discovery. You’ll paint, shape, squish, print, sculpt, and glue—and still have time for stories, songs, and movement. Moms and dads: this week of art exploration develops fine motor skills and encourages creativity to flourish. Your young artist’s experience includes painting, printmaking, wood-scrap sculpture, clay-bead wind chimes, and a variety of other artistic materials. Option 1: Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11217 1-3:30 p.m. Option 2: Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11218 10 a.m.-noon Meet at Kaleidoscope Visual Arts Studio (1129 Woodmere Ave, Suite E, TC) Instructor: Kathleen Hoagg $75 each option

Discover Dinosaurs (Ages 4–6) EEYA113

Brontosaurus, Triceratops—even dinosaur names are big and mysterious! During this discovery week you will learn fun things 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 time for art, crafts, music, and of course, play. Come join the Dino fun.Kids on Campus week: Code: 11219 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Jennifer Hoffman $69

Art in the Great Outdoors (Ages 4–6) EEYA118

Nature wreaths, tree rubbings, seed pendants, sand sculptures, and stained glass clouds—there is so much for the nature artist to see and do! Create your own marvelous masterpieces as you explore woods, fields, and a sandy beach for a creative art experience. Wear walking shoes and clothes for having fun and getting messy. Mon-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11224 1-3 p.m., Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Heather Quick $69

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What’s Cookin’? (Ages 4–6) EEYA114

Banana dippers, fresh veggie pizza, peanut butter honey balls, 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. The last day you can bring a guest to a dinner you have prepared. Cooking classes are not appropriate for children with severe food allergies.Both options Mon.-Fri., 9-11:30 a.m. NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Option 1: June 18-22 Code: 11220 Instructor: Sarah Wilcoxen Option 2: July 16-20 Code: 11221 Instructor: Rebecca Walters $109 each option

Fiesta! Spanish for Kids (Ages 4–6) EEYA115

Uno, dos, tres—let’s go! Learn words and phrases as you travel to different Spanish-speaking places. Visit a make-believe grocery store and learn your numbers and colors as well as the foods our south-of-the-border friends eat. Our make believe town has a post office where you’ll send a postcard you’ve made to a new Latin-American friend. While learning to speak Spanish, we’ll sing songs, make creative art projects and learn some customs and native culture. Kids on Campus week: Code: 11222 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Ana Maria Hopkins $69

The Science Kid (Ages 4–6) EEYA126

Discover the magic of science! Sid, the Science Kid, asks all the big questions like what happens in the dark? What is a germ? How do magnets work and how can I make ice cream? Go on a nature walk, experiment with magnets, turn off the lights and make shadow puppets. You’ll get the answers when you experiment with real scientific principles to satisfy your natural curiosities of the world around you. Let your imagination run wild as you become a budding scientist. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11223 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 220 Instructor: Brandy DeBarr $69

3, 2, 1, Blast Off! (Ages 4–6) EEYA125

All systems are go for discovery and wonder as you find out what it would be 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-this-world space adventure!Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code:11225 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 220 Instructor: Shanna Girrbach $69

Bonkers Over Bugs (Ages 4–6) EEYA117

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.-Fri., Aug. 13-17, 10 a.m.-noon Code: 11226 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Shanna Girrbach $69

Mousekersize (Ages 4–6) EEYA124

Join Mickey, Minnie and the whole clubhouse gang for a weeklong celebration of fitness fun! Stretch, dance, march, and skip while learning about healthy treats and tricks to stay fit. Create crafts, cut, paste, measure, and mix with Donald, Goofy and the others. You’ll make mouse ears for Friday’s ‘We’ve Got Ears, Cheers Party’! Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 Code: 11227 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 220 Instructor: Melissa Tengdin $69

Rhyme Time (Ages 4–6) EEYA127

Rhyme your way through a week of fun using music, movement, arts and crafts, and your imagination. Use shapes to build a clock tower and practice telling time as we explore Hickory Dickory Dock; use your “star baton” to conduct a symphony of music by Mozart; move like spiders as we practice Little Miss Muffet—and so much more. Sing, recite, move, and create as you learn new rhymes and celebrate familiar ones.Mon.-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11228 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 220 Instructor: Heather Quick $69

Music for Little Mozarts (Grades K–1) EEZA101

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. We will even make our own rhythm instruments to perform in a “class band” and take home at the end of the week!Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11229 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 105 Instructor: Stephanie Schall-Brazee $69

Creating a Musical Play (Grades K–2) EEZB101

Have you started to take music lessons--the violin, piano, or another instrument? You’ve probably learned a special piece to play for others. This week is all about making music stories – an original theater production – by creating a story to go with your music. Bring your special solo that you know well and we’ll create a one-of-a-kind story, design and make scenery (paint), decide on costumes and props (gather), and rehearse the story. At the end of the last day, we’ll give a special performance for our family and friends. Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11230 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 105 Instructor: Peggy Johnson $59

Outdoor Art (Grades 1–3) EEYB122

Create your own marvelous masterpieces as you explore woods, fields, grassy areas, and the beach for a creative art experience. Nature paintings, sculptures, pine cone feeders, rock pals, sand sculptures, leaf collages, nature wreaths, sun prints—there’s so much for the nature artist to see and do. Show off your work to your parents at the art display on the last day. Wear walking shoes and clothes for getting messy. Mon.-Fri., June 18-22, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11231 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Andrew Sias $69

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Happy Campers (Grades 1–3) EEYB113

Heigh ho, heigh ho, it’s off to camp we go! Pitch your tent and get ready for a week of fun where you will sing camping songs, play campground games, and of course, eat camp food. Find out how to use a compass, mark a trail, and identify plants—especially poison ivy! Learn how to appreciate and protect the outdoors so that way there will always be a place for happy campers.Mon.-Fri., June 18-22, 10 a.m.-noon Code: 11232 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Shanna Girrbach $69

Barbie – The Designer Star (Grades 1–3) EEYB146

Let your imagination guide your Barbie in becoming an aspiring fashion and interior designer. Become your Barbie’s assistant in the fashion world by designing unique fashion clothes that she will model. Assist her in creating a stylish room filled with creative furniture–couch, chair, table, bed and so much more. There will be a glamour fashion and design show on the last day of class. Be sure to bring your Barbie on the first day of class. Let the designing begin!Option 1: Mon.-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11233 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 203 Option 2: Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11234 1-3:30 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 155 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $69 each option

Teddy Bear Tea Party (Grades 1–3) EEYB148

We’re having a teddy bear tea party and you’re invited! You’ll make fancy hats, invitations, and even place mats for the tea party. Find out where tea comes from and how to make yummy snacks. Polish your social skills and learn proper table manners. Dress up on the last day and bring your own guest (stuffed animal or doll) with you for party games and of course, tea!Mon.-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11235 1-3 p.m., Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Theresa Mulcahy $69

Sports and Games (Grades 1–3) EEYB128

Fun in the sun—and the gym! Explore new games each day as you learn to play soccer, basketball, t-ball, football, track, and more. Coach Kenny teaches you the basics and gives you tips to make it more fun. You’ll practice new skills and learn to play the games. Bring a water bottle, tennis shoes, and plenty of energy.Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11236 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: David Kenny $69

Fairy Tales and Fantasy (Grades 1–3) EEYB145

What makes a fairy tale a fairy tale? Step into the land of fantasy and happily ever after as you discover wonderful stories like Bremen Town Musicians and Brave Little Tailor. Watch the magical themes come alive when you make finger puppets, mini-books, and mobiles. Have fun with a visit from a real urban chicken after we read Henny Penny. Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11237 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 155 Instructor: Margaret Hori $69

Splat Academy (Grades 1–3) EEYB149

Paint, shape, squish, print, sculpt! Enjoy hands-on discovery with fun (and messy) art. As a young artist, you will experience object painting, roller painting, 3-D “flying machine” sculptures, imaginary “Wild Thing” collage creations, and more!Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11238 1-3 p.m. Meet at Kaleidoscope Visual Arts Studio (1129 Woodmere Ave, Suite E, TC) Instructor: Kathleen Hoagg $75

Mysterious Magic and Super Slimy Science (Grades 1–3) EEYB138

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 25-29 Code: 11239 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Erica Dwyer $69

Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 1–3) EEYB110

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. Cooking classes are not appropriate for children with severe food allergies.Both options Mon.-Fri., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Option 1: June 25-29 Code: 11240 9 a.m.-noon Option 2: July 16-20, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11241 - OPTION 2 IS ALREADY FULL- Instructor: Rebecca Walters $129 each option

GRASP Reading and Math Summer ProgramHelp your child (grades K–8) stay on top of language arts and/or math skills this summer with GRASP—guided at-home programs that have shown great success in helping children retain critical skills.

Whether you are home for the summer or on the road, this flexible program goes with you in nine fun, easy-to-use lessons. Students complete one lesson a week and mail it to the teacher consultants who review, score, and return assignments.

After registering for the reading and/or math programs, parents attend an introductory session to meet the teach-ers, pick up materials, and learn how to help students make this a success-ful experience. Parent meetings are held Wed. and Thurs., May 30 and 31 at 7 p.m., in the Oleson Center on NMC’s Main Campus. (Select the day that’s most convenient for you.)

• Easy to use• Affordable • Financial aid available• Geared to each child’s skill level

Cost: $69 for READING or MATH; or $119 for both

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Action Contraptions (Grades 1–3) EEYB132

They float, they fly, and they whirl across the sky! Transform objects you find around the house into amazing action toys that really move. Design a car that zooms across the floor. Create a paddlewheel boat that floats through the water. Make airplanes, helicopters, and parachutes in all shapes and sizes. See which one flies the fastest and the farthest. Get ready for an action-packed week.Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11242 9:30 a.m.-noon, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $75

Way Cool Science (Grades 1–3) EEYB117

The “magic” of science is all around us! From making slime and foaming cups of colored goop to using bubbles to forecast weather…this is science! 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 fun chemical reactions right in your own kitchen—with your parent’s help, of course! Option 1: Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11244 9:30 a.m.-noon Option 2: Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11245 10 a.m.-noon NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Janine Winkler $75 each option

In the Days of Dragons (Grades 1–3) EEYB106

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. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11243 10 a.m.-noon, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Lisa Bracey $69

Painting for the Fun of It (Grades 1–3) EEYB131

Red, yellow, green, and blue, get out the brushes, there’s so much to do! It’s your masterpiece and you can’t wait to start. Anything you make is a piece of art. Get in touch with your creative side and find out how to use different painting materials. Dip it, stripe it, and dot it, too. Don’t be afraid to try something new. Be sure to wear your paint shirt. There’s no limit to what you can create. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11246 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $75

Shelter Building (Grades 1–3) EEYB127

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 in nature. If you like forts, and more importantly, like to build them, this adventure is for you! You’ll work together to build a shelter large enough for the whole group! Bring a water bottle. Both options Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-noon Option 1: July 16-20 Code: 11247 Option 2: July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11248 - OPTION 2 IS ALREADY FULL- Meet at the TBAISD Parking Lot at Grand Traverse Commons (ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Scott Birch $75 each option

Paper Clay Camp (Grades 1–3) EEYB134

Experience the wonderful world of clay and explore the possibilities! Make all sorts of hand-built “clayful” creations using different techniques. Learn to pinch, coil, and slab build your clay to create one-of-a-kind designs like goofy finger puppets and a tile with your initial on it. An outdoor exploration and gathering of nature materials will produce a unique piece of art to enjoy forever. Kids on Campus week: Code: 11249 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 10 a.m.-noon, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Katy Fisher $75

YAHOOligans (Grades 1–3) EEYB109

Grow your computer skills in a week of awesome discovery. Using ClipArt and WordArt, you’ll create an all-about-me book. Explore computer learning games, puzzles, and safe websites; be artistic with drawing software; and explore your favorite animals on the Internet. While you’re having fun, you’ll be learning basic computer skills with the keyboard, mouse, and printer. Kids on Campus week: Code: 11250 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Erica Dwyer $69

Underwater Adventures with Nemo (Grades 1–3) EEYB120

Join Nemo on his ocean journey and discover amazing creatures like clownfish, sharks, jellyfish, turtles, and whales. How do whales jump (they don’t have springy legs) and why do they sing and spout water? How do fish and animals travel deep in the sea? Create and paint foam sea characters, make a tie-dyed t-shirt with ocean colors, explore big jaws and stinging jellyfish, and much more. You’ll have a “whale of a tale” to tell about your adventure! Kids on Campus week: Code: 11251 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 1-3 p.m. Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Andrew Sias $69

Drawing and Painting (Grades 1–3) EEYB121

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.Kids on Campus week: Code: 11252 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Andrew Sias $69

Art in the City (Grades 1–3) EEYB147

Spark your imagination and inspire your creativity. Discover all the excitement and wonder of the city. Create pictures of wheels, silly buildings, your own store window, and a city landscape at night. You’ll even create a fabric wall hanging. Use unusual household items for fun art techniques as you paint with acrylics, watercolor, mixed media, and oil pastels. Dress to get messy.Kids on Campus week: Code: 11253 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 101 Instructor: Patti Ramoie $69 (This class can also be taken in Williamsburg; see page 29)

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Insects Don’t Bug Me! (Ages 4–6) EEYA129

Explore the fascinating world of bugs! What’s the difference between bugs, insects, spiders, and worms? Find out as you go on daily bug hunts to locate, observe, count, and collect exciting critters like butterflies, dragonflies, ants, spiders, and worms. Work as a team to accomplish missions, just like bugs do. Learn to catch bugs with nets to add to your own bug habitat. Each day we’ll focus on a type of bug so you can become a bug expert. You will never look at bugs the same way again!Tues.-Fri., June 26-29 Code: 11198 10 a.m.-noon, Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Tracy Trautner $59

Garden Gophers (Ages 4–6) EEYA128

From dirt to exotic plants—learn how things grow in this get-your-hands-dirty week designed for all of your senses. You will touch, smell, see, and even taste plants as you learn how to grow, care for, and enjoy all kinds of leafy things. On science day, you’ll do experiments in water and examine parts of plants above and below the ground. Get creative as you design and make a garden mosaic stepping stone and flowerpot. And the bugs…you’ll find out about the good, the bad and the crawly! Come be a gardener and a scientist.Tues.-Fri., July 17-20 Code: 11199 10 a.m.-noon, Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Tracy Trautner $59

Art by the Bag (Grades 1–3) EEYB136

Be an artist for a week of discovery where each day your materials come in a surprise bag! Join us to find out what could possibly be in the dinosaur bag, the edible art bag, the critter bag or the mystery bag. You will paint, sculpt, cut and glue your way through wonderful projects–all designed by you using your surprise supplies!Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11200 10 a.m.-noon, Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Katy Fisher $69

Art in the City (Grades 1–3) EEYB147

Spark your imagination and inspire your creativity. Discover all the excitement and wonder of the city. Create pictures of wheels, silly buildings, your own store window, and a city landscape at night. You’ll even create a fabric wall hanging. Use unusual household items for fun art techniques as you paint with acrylics, watercolor, mixed media, and oil pastels. Dress to get messy.Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11201 10 a.m.-noon, Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Patti Ramoie $69

Clay Works for Kids (Grades 3–5) EEYD113

Explore the fabulous feel of clay while making useful and fun 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! Wear comfy clothes that can get messy as you learn about hand-building your very own clay creations. Time for pick-up of finished pieces will be arranged.Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11202 and Mon., July 2, 10 a.m.-noon Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Lisa Hockin $85

Science, Science, Everywhere! (Grades 3–5) EEYD114

Are you curious about how things work? Create crafts and yummy treats while you investigate the science behind them. Learn about chromatography then make your own tie-dye t-shirts based on that principle. Study the properties of matter, then make homemade ice cream and silly putty. Explore density while making layered popsicles. Design newspaper flip flops and more after exploring recycling. You’ll get a bit messy and have lots of fun.Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11203 10 a.m.-noon, Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Nikki Wilkins $75

Girls Basketball: Skills, Drills, and Scrimmages! (Grades 4–6) EEYG153

Are you interested in basketball? Strengthen your individual and team skil ls in this fun, active week. Receive instruction while learning fun drills to improve ball-handling, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense, offense, and other fundamentals. Each day you will apply fundamentals to game situations during 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5 scrimmaging. Accelerate your progress while stimulating a love for the game. Bring a white t-shirt, a colored t-shirt, and a water bottle each day.Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11204 9:30 a.m.-noon, Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Chelsea Cole $89

Volleyball: Bump, Set, Spike! (Grades 4–6) EEYG162

Enjoy an energetic week of volleyball. Learn fun drills to develop your individual skills and then put those skills into action on the court. Volleyball is a team sport so you will practice working together as a team as we play games throughout the week. Come prepared with enthusiasm, energy, and a water bottle each day. Boys and girls welcome.Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11384 10 a.m.-noon, Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Nikki Wilkins $69

Secret Science Recipes (Grades 4–6) EEYG160

Have you ever wondered what makes a ball bounce? Would you like to know the secret ingredients for flubber? Get ready for a week of ooey, gooey science! Uncover the mystery of making summer snowflakes and your very own lava lamp. Learn about chemical reactions, chemical bonding, and other amazing facts, all while doing hands-on experiments that you can take home to amaze your family and friends. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11205 10 a.m.-noon Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) Instructor: Kristen Hori $69

Nine classes at Mill Creek Elementary in WilliamsburgNew! In a pilot program with Elk Rapids Schools, College for Kids classes are offered at Mill Creek Elementary (9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg) the weeks of June 25 and July 16.

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Rhyme Time (Ages 4-6) - PM Rainforest Adventure (Ages 4-6) - AM Kids with Cameras (Gr. 4-6) - AM Ride Like the Wind-Bike (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Barbie, The Designer Star (Gr. 1-3) - PM What's Cookin'? (Ages 4-6) - AM Dive into Russian (Gr. 4-6) - PM Birding Bonanza (Gr. 3-5) - AM

Project Runway-Access. (Gr. 4-6) - AM Happy Campers (Gr. 1-3) - AM Improvisation Station (Gr. 4-6) - PM Art of Tree Climbing (Gr. 3-7) - OD

Lego Mindstorms (Gr. 5-8) - AM Outdoor Art (Gr. 1-3) - PM Girls Basketball (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Glass Fusion (Gr. 6-9) - AM Teddy Bear Tea Party (Gr. 1-3) - PM Clay Sculpture (Gr. 4-8) - AM

Build a Skate Board (Gr. 7-12) - PM Kid's Choir Camp (Gr. 2-8) - AD Hip-Hop Dance (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Treasure Hunters (Ages 4-6) - AM KinderScience (Ages 4-6) - AM Know Your Flute (Gr. 6-8) - AM Beg. Scuba Diving (Gr. 7-12) - AD

Welcome to Pixie Hollow (Ages 4-6) - PM Sports and Games (Gr. 1-3) - AM Let's Write Fiction (Gr. 6-9) - PM Insects Don't Bug Me (Ages 4-6) - AM

Fairy Tales and Fantasy (Gr. 1-3) - PM Mysterious Magic/Science (Gr. 1-3) - PM Creative Expression (Gr. 7-12) - PM Art by the Bag (Gr. 1-3) - AM

eKidz (Gr. 2-4) - AM Kids in the Kitchen (Gr. 1-3) - AM Flute Camp for Teens (Gr. 9-12) - PM Science Everywhere (Gr. 3-5) - AM

Night at the Museum (Gr. 4-6) - AM Sports Camp (Gr. 3-5) - PM Splat Academy (Gr. 1-3) - PM Clay Works for Kids (Gr. 3-5) - AM

Lego Mindstorms (Gr. 5-8) - AM Kids Cuisine (Gr. 3-5) - PM Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - AM/PM Girls Basketball (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Game Programming (Gr. 7-12) - PM The Competitive Edge (Gr. 5-9) - AM Single Track Mountain Biking (Gr. 4-6) - AM

July 2-6 No classes

Barbie, the Designer Star (Gr. 1-3) - PM Dancing Feet (Ages 4-6) - AM Musical Theater (Gr. 3-5) - PM Teens Love to Cook (Gr. 7-12) - AM/PM

Action Contraption (Gr. 1-3) - AM Creating Musical Play (Gr. K-2) - AM Secret Science Recipes (Gr. 4-6) - AM Art, Art & More Art (Ages 4-6) - PM

Lego Mindstorms (Gr. 5-8) - AM Way Cool Science (Gr. 1-3) - AM Doctors and Vets (Gr. 5-8) - PM Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - AM/PM

Crime Busters (Gr. 2-4) - PM GLEE! Music in Motion (Gr. 6-9) - PM Kayak Power Island (Gr. 7-12) - OD

The Science Kid (Ages 4-6) - AM Programming - Java (Gr. 7-12) - AM The Amazing Race (Gr. 4-6) - PM Shelter Building (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Princess Party (Ages 4-6) - PM Adv. Game Program (Gr. 7-12) - PM Create Animation-Scratch (Gr. 5-7) - AM Art of Tree Climbing (Gr. 3-7) - OD

Treasure Hunters (Ages 4-6) - PM Hogwarts Express (Gr. 4-6) - AM CSI-Crime Detectives (Gr. 5-8) - PM Garden Gophers (Ages 4-6) - AM

In the Days of Dragons (Gr. 1-3) - AM What's Cookin' (Ages 4-6) - AM Hand-Built Pottery (Gr. 6-12) - AM Art in the City (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Painting for Fun of It (Gr. 1-3) - PM Kids in the Kitchen (Gr. 1-3) - PM Intro to Movie Prod. (Gr. 6-8) - PM Secret Science Recipes (Gr. 4-6) - AM

The Paint Studio (Gr. 4-6) - AM Dinosaur Adventure (Gr. 2-4) - PM Girls Basketball (Gr. 7-9) - AM

Computer Keyboard Wizards (Gr. 4-6) - PM Hot Science: Volcanoes (Gr. 2-4) - AM Backcountry Skills (Gr. 7-10) - PM

June 18-22

June 25-29

July 9-12Cherry Festival

July 16-20

Discover Dinosaurs (Ages 4-6) - AM Art in the City (Gr. 1-3) - PM Pop Can Science (Gr. 4-6) - PM Keyboarding (Gr. 7-9) - PM

Fiesta! Spanish for Kids (Ages 4-6) - AM Underwater with Nemo (Gr. 1-3) - PM Project Runway-Outfit (Gr. 4-6) - PM Game Programming (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Over the Rainbow (Ages 4-6) - PM Angry Birds in Action (Gr. 4-6) - AM Civil War Kids (Gr. 4-6) - AM Chef School (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Paper Clay Camp (Gr. 1-3) - AM Project Runway-Access. (Gr. 4-6) - AM Say It in Japanese (Gr. 4-8) - PM Spanish-Immersion (Gr. 10-12) - PM

Drawing and Painting (Gr. 1-3) - AM Electric Car Race (Gr. 4-6) - AM Building Animated Worlds (Gr. 5-7) - AM Kayak Dunes (Gr. 7-12) - OD

YAHOOligans! (Gr. 1-3) - AM Hogwarts Express (Gr. 4-6) - PM Woodworking Project (Gr. 5-8) - PM Bottom of Bay (Gr. 10-12) - OD

Amigo Spanish Club (Gr. 1-3) - PM Draw, Paint, Sculpt (Gr. 4-6) - PM Watercolors (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Lightning McQueen (Ages 4-6) - AM Grossology (Gr. 3-5) - PM Rocket Science (Gr. 5-8) - PM Garage Band (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Mighty Michigan (Ages 4-6) - AM Project Runway-Outfit (Gr. 4-6) - AM Art in Great Outdoors (Ages 4-6) - PM Poetry Out Loud (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Dance Party (Gr. 1-3) - AM Create Own Website (Gr. 4-6) - PM Way Cool Science (Gr. 1-3) - AM Shelter Building (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Cars 2-Around the World (Gr. 1-3) - PM Stop-motion Animation (Gr. 5-8) - AM Inventor's Workshop (Gr. 1-3) - PM Drawing & Sketching (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Monster Mania (Gr. 1-3) - PM Carpentry for Kids (Gr. 5-8) - PM Actor's Workshop (Gr. 7-10) - AM Skills for Backcountry (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Princess Party (Ages 4-6) - AM Wind, Wings, & Wheels (Gr. 4-6) - AM Art with a Twist (Gr. 4-6) - PM Day in Life of Bug (Gr. 4-6) - AM

3, 2, 1 Blast Off (Ages 4-6) - PM Adv. Rocket Science (Gr. 6-9) - PM Geology Rocks (Gr. 4-6) - PM Beginning Guitar (Gr. 5-7) - AM

Sock Monkey and Pals (Gr. 2-4) - AM Music for Little Mozarts (Gr. K-1) - AM Spanish Discovery (Gr. 7-9) - PM Art, Art & More Art (Ages 4-6) - AM

Doll Designers (Gr. 2-4) - PM Acting Up! (Gr. 1-3) - AM Recording Studio (Gr. 8-12) - AM Let's Paint (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Art in Secret Garden (Gr. 4-6) - AM ARTventures Around World (Gr. 1-3) - AM Write College Essay (Gr. 10-12) - PM Beg. Scuba Diving (Gr. 7-12) - AD

Meet the Art Masters (Gr. 4-6) - PM Cheerleading Camp (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Mousekercize (Ages 4-6) PM Cartoon Fundamentals (Gr. 4-6) AM Passport Around the World (Gr. 4-6) AM Hand-Built Pottery (Gr. 6-12) AM

Art by the Bag (Gr. 1-3) AM American Civil War (Gr. 7-9) PM Spanish Adventure (Gr. 4-6) PM Focus on Forensics (Gr. 9-12) PM

Magic Summer Bus (Gr. 1-3) PM Bonkers Over Bugs (Ages 4-6) AM Piano Camp (Gr. 4-5) PM Advanced Scuba (Gr. 7-12) AD

Space Kids (Gr. 1-3) AM Piano-Kids Camp (Gr. 1-3) AM The Actor in You (Gr. 4-6) PM

Splash into Summer (Gr. 3-5) AM Brush, Splatter, and Blow (Gr. 1-3) PM Chef School II (Gr. 5-7) AM

KEYS: AM - MORNING PM - AFTERNOON OD - ONE DAY AD - ALL DAY

Aug. 6-10

Aug. 13-17

July 30-Aug. 3

July 23-27Kids on Campus

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Amigo Spanish Club (Grades 1–3) EEYB115

Hola amigos! Unlock the secret club code as you learn Spanish words and phrases you can use every day. See and say, listen and learn about the native stories and customs as you travel to Spanish-speaking places like Mexico and Columbia. Meet new friends, sing fun songs, and make creative art projects. Learning another language is fun—join the club! Kids on Campus week: Code: 11254 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 1-3 p.m. Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Ana Maria Hopkins $69

Dance Party (Grades 1–3) EEYB116

Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia—even the names sound like a fiesta! Spend the week in tropical Latin America discovering the music, rhythms, and dances. Along the way you will learn about countries like Mexico and Colombia—a little language (Spanish), fascinating stories and facts, and fun art projects. Good parties include food, so you will sample some native treats. Wear comfortable clothes for moving (not jeans or flip flops). Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11255 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Ana Maria Hopkins $69

Inventor’s Workshop (Grades 1–3) EEYB126

Are you curious, full of ideas, wonder how things work? Do you like to take things apart to see how they run? Learn about famous inventors and the things they made and exercise your creativity while you explore the “magic” of inventing. Use your own talents to discover visual thinking and productive thinking while creating an electroscope, high rise bridges, aerodynamic paper airplanes, and much more. You’ll get to be an inventor!Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11257 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Janine Winkler $75

Monster Mania (Grades 1–3) EEYB130

There are all kinds of monsters lurking about in your imagination. So let’s create one to guard your room and keep the ones that live under your bed from coming out at night. You’ll make your wild things out of fabric, clay, and papier-mâché. Doodle a poster, carve a mummy head, and design a stuffed monster pillow. Make them lovable and silly looking with googly eyes, and fuzzy hair, and goofy mouths; or make them as scary as you like by adding warts, wrinkles, and crooked teeth–you get to decide!Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11258 1-3 p.m. Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $75

Cars 2 – Around the World (Grades 1–3) EEYB144

Join Lightning McQueen and his racing friends for a week of energetic games, crafts, and activities for all Cars lovers. Travel around the world visiting Japan, Italy, and England where you’ll make a papier-mâché Piston Cup trophy, create Mater’s pistachio ice cream and sushi roll-ups. Learn how to write spy codes with invisible ink like Finn McMissle on his spy mission, and more. Start your engines and let’s go racing!Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11256 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 226 Instructor: Krista Taylor $69

ARTventures Around the World (Grades 1–3) EEYB140

Pack your passport and let’s learn about art and artists from all over the world by doing cool projects! You’ll make Chinese dragons when we “visit” China. Japan gives us paintings, kimonos and origami to explore. In Mexico, we’ll learn about Oaxacan animal sculptures, and create our own brightly colored 3-D animals. Finally, back in North America, we’ll discover Native American art and make small totem poles. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11259 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Katy Fisher $75

Acting Up! (Grades 1–3) EEYB118

Do you like to pretend? Pretending is just like acting. Discover the world of theater in this fun, action-packed week. Each day begins with 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. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11261 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Theater 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom $69

Let’s Paint! (Grades 1–3) EEYB150 Explore paint and color in this fun, active, and somewhat messy class. Learn artist secrets as you stretch watercolor paper and unlock the mystery of mixing colors in tempera or acrylic paints. Discover secrets to creating many different values (or shades) of India ink. Explore new painting tools, like Chinese bamboo pens and brushes to bring out the texture and colors you want in your paintings, all while creating at least four finished paintings to take home. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11262 1-3 p.m., Meet at Kaleidoscope Visual Arts Studio (1129 Woodmere Ave., Suite E, TC) Instructor: Kathleen Hoagg $75

Piano-Kids Camp (Grades 1–3) EEYB143

Get off to a great start playing the piano. You’ll learn the names of the notes, and how to count and play rhythms. You’ll even write your own song. Of course there will be pianos, but you’ll also use rhythm instruments and play fun music games. The camp ends with sharing music—solos, duets, and a group piece. Bring a small rug, pad, or towel for floor-sitting. Class meets in NMC’s piano lab.Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 Code: 11263 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 103 Instructor: Peggy Johnson $75

Cheerleading Camp (Grades 1–3) EEYB142

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, including flexibility and strengthening exercises. Learn the FUNdamentals of cheerleading with beginning tumbling skills, basic motions, stunting, and jumps. You’ll practice each day and be ready to show your team spirit on the last day complete with your own set of pom-poms. Wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle every day.Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11260 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Erin Lord $69

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Brush, Splatter, and Blow (Grades 1–3) EEYB137

Have fun and get messy with new art projects everyday using your imagination and creativity. Discover your artistic abilities while exploring color, watercolors, chalks, and much more. Make a collage, a tie-dyed t-shirt, and a picture frame to show off your new art. Let your talents run wild with straw blowing and marble rolling art. Parents are invited to the “gallery” Friday showcasing each artist’s work. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11264 NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Kathleen Neeland $75

Art by the Bag (Grades 1–3) EEYB136

Be an artist for a week of discovery where each day your materials come in a surprise bag! Join us to find out what could possibly be in the dinosaur bag, the edible art bag, the critter bag or the mystery bag. You will paint, sculpt, cut and glue your way through wonderful projects–all designed by you using your surprise supplies!Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 Code: 11265 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Katy Fisher $69 (This class can also be taken in Williamsburg; see page 29)

Magic Summer Bus (Grades 1–3) EEYB133

Where will the summer bus take you? Hop on and let’s explore together. Enjoy a bus-load of activities to explore all your favorite topics from the Magic School Bus Series. You’ll be busy digging into science with experiments and creativity. If you like volcanoes, plants, weather, fossils, and insects this is the “hot” place to be this summer! Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11266 Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Erika Leppien $69

Space Kids (Grades 1–3) EEYB123

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-of-this world projects. For added fun, your teacher Michael Foerster, astronomer and NASA Ambassador, will provide an optional event for you and a parent at NMC’s Rogers Observatory (Wednesday or Thursday evening weather permitting). Includes an astronomy book. Mon.-Thurs., Aug. 13-16 9:30 a.m.-noon Code: 11267 Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 224 Instructor: Michael Foerster $75

eKidz (Grades 2–4) EEYC102

Become an eKid by doing amazing things on a computer! You’ll have oodles of hands-on fun trying new games, puzzles, drawing, and even learn how to paint with a computer. Create a storybook by discovering how to use a variety of cool programs. You’ll also find out how to stay safe while exploring the world of the internet.Mon.-Fri., June 25-29, 10 a.m.-noon Code: 11268 Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $69

Crime Busters (Grades 2–4) EEYC101

Be a detective for a week of solving mysteries! Learn what scientists, detectives, and police do to figure out what happened at a crime scene. You will 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.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11269 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Janine Winkler $75

Sock Monkey and Pals (Grades 2–4) EEYC110

You’ve seen the sock monkey; now learn how to turn stray socks into him and other adorable stuffed buddies. Take a sock or two, a needle and some stuffing, and make unique, imaginative soft sculpture creatures brimming with character. Learn how to sew by hand while you make a crazy monkey, lucky cat, bunny rabbit, cuddly pig and more. Have fun with these happy little creatures who are ready to travel with you wherever you go. Mon.-Thurs., Aug. 6-9 Code: 11272 9:30 a.m.-noon, Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 224 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $75

Doll Designers (Grades 2–4) EEYC103

From the artsy doll that sits on a dresser to the cuddly one that knows your secrets, dolls are fun to create. In just five days, you’ll design five dolls including a life-size newborn baby doll. You’ll work with interesting materials as you learn to sculpt, paint, sew, and assemble dolls. Take home your one-of-a-kind designer doll collection to enjoy! Mon.-Thurs., Aug. 6-9 Code: 11273 1-3:30 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 224 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $75

Kid’s Choir Camp (Grades 2–8) EEYO101

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 singing, you will be placed in one of three choirs, based on age and experience. Each day is a new encounter with choir rehearsals and selecting from a variety of electives including: hand-drumming, class piano, class guitar, folk dance, and music technology. The finale is a concert featuring all of our “Kid’s Choir Camp” singers. Bring a lunch each day for a fun outdoor noon break.Mon-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11274 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 115 Instructors: Jeff Cobb, David & Mary Parrish, Stephanie Schall-Brazee, & Todd Vipond $175

Full-day opportunity!Hot Science—VOLCANOES (Grades 2–4) EEYC105

Lava, craters, fire, ash—discover the world of volcanoes and mountains. As a modeler, you will make a volcano, then erupt it. As an explorer, use clay models to see how the sea floor is spreading and being eaten by the earth. Build mountains and discover continental shifting. If you like, make a day of it by enrolling in this class and Dinosaur Adventures, and bring a sack lunch to enjoy with the teacher. Mon.-Thurs., July 16-19 Code: 11270 9:30 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Chad Kahler $69

Dinosaur Adventures (Grades 2–4) EEYC106

Join the dinosaur adventure team as we explore the world of dinosaurs—the biggest, the baddest, the strongest, and the fastest. Build dinosaur models and make dinosaur tracks to help you understand the height, weight, and power of the dinosaurs. Reconstruct dinosaur nests and eggs out of clay. Learn about dinosaur history, why they don’t live today, and ways scientists study them. If you like, make a day of it by enrolling in this class and Hot Science—VOLCANOES, and bring a sack lunch to enjoy with the teacher.Mon.-Thurs., July 16-19 Code: 11271 12:30-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Chad Kahler $69

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Birding Bonanza (Grades 3–5) EEYD109

Have you ever seen a Baltimore Oriole? Do you know the summer call of the Chickadee? Put on your walking shoes and head out to local trails to find our beautiful Northern Michigan birds. Each day you’ll meet at a new outdoor habitat and hike to a special place to see the birds that live there. Discover how to find and identify new birds, learn their songs, and build nests and feeders. Go bonkers over birds! Includes birdhouse kit. Mon.-Thurs., June 18-21 Code: 11275 8:30-11 a.m. First day meet at Hull Park (on Hannah St., west of Woodmere Ave.), by Traverse Library Instructor: Sarah Slade $69

Ride Like the Wind: Bike Tours (Grades 3–5) EEYD112 Ride a new trail each day as you explore selected sections of several area trail systems including the Leelanau, TART, and Hickory Hills Trails. Gain important riding techniques so you can handle tricky rides safely, with skill and endurance. Learn basic bike maintenance for on-trail repairs. Bring your mountain bike, helmet (required), and a small bike-worthy backpack or rack containing a rain jacket, water bottle, and snack. Mon.-Thurs., June 18-21, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11276 Meet at Darrow Park (1025 Bay St., TC) Instructor: Sarah Slade $79

Sports Camp (Grades 3–5) EEYD103

Basketball, track, football, volleyball, baseball—sports and games mean summer fun outdoors and in the gym. Every day you’ll enjoy team games and skill builders and you’ll play a different sport. Coach Kenny teaches game essentials and tips for making each sport more fun. Bring your water bottle and tennis shoes. Mon.-Fri., June 25-29, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11277 NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Lobby Instructor: David Kenny $69

Kid’s Cuisine (Grades 3–5) EEYD105

Enjoy food from around the globe. Travel through your taste buds, from the Caribbean Islands and beaches of Greece to mainland China. Each day you will learn a little about a new country and then prepare some of their special foods—fresh salsa from Mexico, biscotti from Italy, kung pao chicken from China and more. Learn basic cooking terms and techniques in this hands-on experience in the Oleson Center kitchen. (Cooking classes are not appropriate for children with severe food allergies.)Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11278 1-4 p.m., NMC Main Campus Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Rebecca Walters $129

Musical Theater (Grades 3–5) EEYD115

Lights, Music, Action! If you are taking private music lessons on any instrument, you probably have a solo piece you like to play for others. Turn your “best piece” into an original theater production in this highly creative week. Using your polished piece as inspiration, we will create a one-of-a-kind story with a plot, lines, and narration. Then we’ll design and construct scenery (draw and paint), and decide on costumes and props (gather). We’ll rehearse and rehearse getting ready for an exciting performance the last session for family and friends.Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11279 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 105 Instructor: Peggy Johnson $59

Grossology—Your Body Inside and Out (Grades 3–5) EEYD111 Ever wonder why people burp and pass gas? Investigate your body and the way it works in this fun hands-on class. Learn why our bodies make embarrassing noises, why mucus is important, and the purpose of scabs. Find out what happens to the snack you just ate. What’s a hiccup? Why do we yawn? Build a digestive system and conduct fun experiments. What about your senses? Can we fool your eyes into seeing things that aren’t there? Find out the facts about your body inside and out and what makes it slimy, oozy, and smelly. Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11280 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 225 Instructor: Janet Steinhoff $69

Splash into Summer with Watercolors (Grades 3–5) EEYD110

Discover the exciting methods of watercolor artists! Using tube watercolor paint and 140lb cold press watercolor paper, you’ll learn a variety of basic techniques in watercolor. Be inspired by new ways of using watercolor to create texture and interest in their painting. You should have basic drawing skills and bring some photographs of possible subjects to paint.Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 Code: 11281 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 155 Instructor: Adam VanHouten $69

Meet Me at the Ranch— Horseback Riding (Grades 3–6) EEYE101

They gallop and trot, whinny and neigh; they are massive and beautiful—and they capture our imaginations. 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. Each day includes riding lessons—from corral, to pasture, to the last day’s trail ride. Wear heeled shoes or boots and bring a snack, water bottle, and clothes for inclement weather. Helmets provided.All options meet three days, Mon.-Wed. Option 1: June 25-27, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11282 Option 2: June 25-27, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11283 Option 3: July 9-11, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11284 Option 4: July 9-11, 1-4 p.m. Code: 11285 Meet at Circle H Stables (7200 Brown Bridge Rd., TC) Instructors: Melody Hamill & LeeAnn Jacobs $125 each option

The Art of Tree Climbing (Grades 3–7 with a Parent) EEYF101

When you watch squirrels scamper through trees, do you wish you could be up there too? Climbing trees is not only fun, it’s a sport! Using arborist’s ropes and saddles, 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. Dress for the weather and wear shoes and long pants. Cost includes one adult and one child. Bring a sack lunch. Option 1: One day, Thurs., June 21 Code: 11286 Option 2: One day, Tues., July 17 Code: 11287 Both 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Meet at Cedar Lake boat launch (off Cedar Run Rd. - ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Bo Burke $89 each option

Do you love to sing?The Northwestern Michigan Children’s Choir provides musical artistry experiences to students entering grades 2-9. Auditions for next school year will be held May 29 and 30 at NMC. Call 231-995-1700 for details. Visit nmc.edu/childrenschoir to learn more about the choir.

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Piano Camp (Grades 4–5) EEYZ101

Learn to play the piano! If you’ve never had a lesson, this week will be a perfect start into something you can always enjoy. In NMC’s piano lab, you’ll learn the names of notes, how to count and play rhythms, and how to create your own song. Rhythm instruments and music games add to the fun. For the finale, you’ll have your own music fest with solos, duets, and group pieces. We’ll do some floor sitting so bring a small rug, pad, or towel.Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11289 NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 103 Instructor: Peggy Johnson $75

Improvisation Station (Grades 4–6) EEYG107

Bring your creativity to this week of imagination, improvisation, pantomime, and acting. Immerse yourself in creating characters from your imagination and bringing them to life! Learn tricks of the trade and techniques to improve your performance. You’ll work individually and in groups having fun with warm-up games, storylines, short skits, and using a variety of props. The last day includes a performance for family and friends.Mon.-Fri., June 18-22, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11290 NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 217 Instructor: Kathleen Neeland $69

Project Runway— Awesome Accessories (Grades 4–6) EEYG135

Discover the world of fashion through your designs, sewing, and painting. Brainstorm ideas in a sketchbook, then create with fabric, sequins, rhinestones, paints, dyes, and so much more. Explore basic elements of design, color theory, and application techniques. Learn basic hand-sewing skills to “re-create” a one-of-a-kind t-shirt and scarf. Embellish a tote bag, beach towel, and a pair of your own shoes. Model your amazing originals for your classmates and family on the last day. Includes all materials.Option 1: Mon.-Fri., Code: 11291 June 18-22, 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Fri., Code: 11292 July 23-27, 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $79 each option

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Project Runway— Create an Outfit (Grades 4–6) EEYG136

Designers Wanted! Have an eye for fashion? Want to create your own outfit? Start by brainstorming ideas in a sketchbook while exploring basic elements of design, color theory, and application techniques. Then, choose a colorful fabric like denim, twill, cotton, or knit. Work with a pattern to cut out the pieces and finally, learn how to sew your outfit on a sewing machine. On the last day you’ll amaze your family and friends as you walk the runway in your new ensemble—a skirt, top, and scarf. Includes all materials.Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Fri., Code: 11293 July 23-27, 1-3 p.m. Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Option 2: Mon.-Fri., Code: 11294 July 30-Aug. 3, 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $85 each option

Kids with Cameras (Grades 4–6) EEYG114

Get ready for photo fun with your digital camera. Daily photo shoots, inside and outside, help you take more creative and artistic pictures. Explore ways to pose and frame your subjects and use the best lighting. Learn the technical ins and outs of the camera and exposure controls to make your photographs tell the story you see. Discover ways to improve an image on the computer using Photoshop Elements. Create a photo book of your favorite shots. Get Inspired! Bring a digital camera to class each day. Mon.-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11295 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Beckett Bldg. Rm. 215 Instructor: Andrew Sias $69

Girls Basketball: Skills, Drills, and Scrimmages! (Grades 4–6) EEYG153

Are you interested in basketball? Strengthen your individual and team skil ls in this fun, active week. Receive instruction while learning fun drills to improve ball-handling, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense, offense, and other fundamentals. Each day you will apply fundamentals to game situations during 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5 scrimmaging. Accelerate your progress while stimulating a love for the game. Bring a white t-shirt, a colored t-shirt, and a water bottle each day.Mon.-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11296 9:30 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Chelsea Cole $89 (This class can also be taken in Williamsburg; see page 29)

Dive into Russian (Grades 4–6) EEYG149

Submerge into learning Russian vocabulary through games, crafts, and songs. Explore Russian geography traveling on a virtual submarine. Learn Russian letters creating special codes for a “spy” assignment. Discover fascinating facts about Russian people and culture. Pick up simple phrases, sample traditional foods, and write a letter to the Russian President. Experience an exciting week learning new things about your friends in another part of the world. Das Vadanya!Mon.-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11297 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Zlata Champion $69

Night at the Museum— Chasing Vermeer (Grades 4–6) EEYG150

Enjoy a week as an art historian researching the alleged misidentification of famous artworks attributed to Johannes Vermeer, a Dutch painter. Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett will be the starting point for a week of adventure and discovery as you watch art history come alive and wreak a little havoc. Solve secret coded messages, crack puzzles, and make your own set of pentominoes. Reproduce a famous painting and finish the week by taking new skills to the Dennos Museum to investigate artworks on display.Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11298 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 155 Instructor: Margaret Hori $69

Single Track Mountain Biking (Grades 4–6) EEYG146

Get off the road! Ride each day on awesome mountain bike trails that are more rugged and challenging than those offered in the Ride Like the Wind: Bike Tours class. Expand your skills and improve your riding technique so you can safely navigate a single-track trail. Bike maintenance, ride preparation, safety, and ecologically-sound riding principles are included. We’ll meet at a new trail each day. Bring your mountain bike, helmet (required), and a small bikeworthy backpack or rack containing a rain jacket, water bottle, and snack. Mon.-Thurs., June 25-28 Code: 11299 9 a.m.-noon, Meet first day at Lake Dubonnet Trailhead (on Gonder Rd. near Interlochen; ask for map when registering) Instructor: Sarah Slade $79

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Secret Science Recipes (Grades 4–6) EEYG160

Have you ever wondered what makes a ball bounce? What are the secret ingredients for flubber? Get ready for a week of ooey, gooey science! Uncover the mystery of making summer snowflakes and your very own lava lamp. Learn about chemical reactions, chemical bonding, and other amazing facts while doing hands-on experiments that you can take home to amaze your family and friends. Mon.-Thurs, July 9-12 Code: 11300 9:30 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Kristen Hori $69 (This class can also be taken in Williamsburg; see page 29)

Computer Keyboard Wizards (Grades 4–6) EEYG161

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 fun and exciting. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you pick up speed and comfort. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11301 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Diane Kimmel $69

The Amazing Race (Grades 4–6) EEYG151

Take the Amazing Race challenge around the world in with pit stops in Africa, Egypt, Hawaii, Antarctica, and China. At each stop you will 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 with shoes fit for a race.Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11302 1-3 p.m., Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Alison Seidelman $69

The Paint Studio (Grades 4–6) EEYG134

Let your imagination go free as you create awesome paintings. Learn the fundamentals of painting as you explore artist’s techniques: mixing, blending, masking, spattering, printing, pointillism, and much more while using acrylics and watercolor. Explore the methods of famous artists and apply them to your paintings on canvas, watercolor paper, fabric, and wood. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11303 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Cheryl Gordon $75

All Aboard the Hogwarts Express (Grades 4–6) EEYG115

Don’t be late! The Hogwarts Express is leaving Platform 9¾ soon. 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 chess and practice Quidditch. Create and send Harry Potter postcards delivered by your own papier-mâché owl. Let your imagination go wild to make butter beer and much, much more.Option 1: Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11305 - BOTH OPTIONS 1 & 2 ARE ALREADY FULL- 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Opt. 2 - Kids on Campus week: Code: 11306 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 1-3 p.m. Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Added Option: Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11551 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Kristin Anton $69 each option

Pop Can Science (Grades 4–6) EEYG103

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: 11307 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Laboratory Bldg. Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Janine Winkler $75

The Great American Electric Car Race (Grades 4–6) EEYG117

Become an automotive engineer as you build and test your own model-size electric car. You will explore electricity, run time trials, and use collected data to determine the hypotheses for design changes to increase velocity and have your car running at its peak performance. The grand finale is the ultimate race, testing your car for speed and distance. You’ll get hands-on with a little physics, a little math, and a lot of fun.Kids on Campus week: Code: 11308 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 10 a.m.-noon Aero Park Labs Bldg., Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Janine Winkler $69

Draw, Paint, Sculpt: Incredible Art Adventures (Grades 4–6) EEYG148

Have fun using your imagination and exciting art materials to sculpt crazy characters, animals, or creatures. Make your own piñata using papier-mâché. Design and make a puppet out of plaster and cloth. Discover how to use melted crayons to create batik art. You’ll also have fun using paints, oil pastels, and cool color-changing markers! Kids on Campus week: Code: 11309 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 1-3 p.m. Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Katy Fisher $75

Civil War Kids (Grades 4–6) EEYG155

It’s been 150 years since our country was divided into war. For one week, be a part of that experience by becoming an archeologist, researcher, artist, and writer as you learn about the war – why it was fought, where, and by whom. Learn about the role children played in the American Civil War and discover the role of animals as mascots. You’ll read and hear examples of children’s literature and create “artifacts” to show what children may have experienced. From what you learn, take on the role of a child at that time and create a poem or short story. Become an archeologist in a simulated “dig” looking for artifacts and recording your results.Kids on Campus week: Code: 11310 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 9:30 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 224 Instructor: Michael Rutledge $79

Could your child use extra help with math or language arts?

The GRASP program can help! Weekly lessons are easy to use at home or wherever your summer travels take you. It’s low-cost and convenient, and financial aid is available. Supplies are limited—order today. Call 231-995-1700 for a registration flyer or download it at www.nmc.edu/ees

Skills for the Backcountry (Grades 4–6) EEYG127

Experience your own week of Survivor! Your adventure takes you to a different place 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 skills for wilderness safety, map and compass reading, tracking, and emergency shelter-building. Go on a team treasure hunt using a GPS unit to find a hidden cache. Bring a backpack with a water bottle and snack. Wear shoes for walking (not flip flops). Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11315 Meet at the TBAISD Parking Lot at Grand Traverse Commons (ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Scott Birch $79

Geology Rocks! (Grades 4–6) EEYG110

“Rock” this summer and become a geologist investigating rocks and minerals. Using geologist’s tools, you’ll examine and learn to identify some common minerals. We’ll make geodes, stalactites, and stalagmites; build a glacier and explore the effects of water, wind, and weather. Adopt a pet rock and create a comic strip about his journey through the rock cycle. Find out how fossils are formed, how to find them, and create some of your own while you enjoy a “fossil” snack. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11316 NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Janet Steinhoff $69

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Angry Birds in Action (Grades 4–6) EEYG158

Discover the fascination, science, and logic behind the Angry Bird craze! Even if you’re not an Angry Bird fanatic (yet), chances are, you’ve heard of this popular game. You will construct catapults, create angry birds, strategize with teammates, and test your accuracy in the final launch. Explore the fundamentals of simple machines, force, energy, velocity, and speed. Complete the week with a Catapult Celebration including an Angry Bird memorabilia showcase!Kids on Campus week: Code: 11311 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 222 Instructor: Melissa Tengdin $69

Chef School I (Grades 4–6) EEYG116

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. (Cooking classes are not appropriate for children with severe food allergies.)Tues.-Fri., July 24-27 Code: 11312 9 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nan Horstman $145

Drawing and Sketching (Grades 4–6) EEYG119

Do you love to draw? 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, stuffed animals, and portraits (you or others). Make still life drawings and draw 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). Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11313 10 a.m.-noon Meet at Kaleidoscope Visual Arts Studio (1129 Woodmere Ave, Suite E, TC) Instructor: Kathleen Hoagg $75

Create Your Own Website EEYG126 (Grades 4–6) -CLASS IS ALREADY FULL-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., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11314 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Andrew Sias $69

Wind, Wings, and Wheels EEYG112 (Grades 4–6) -CLASS IS ALREADY FULL-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.Three days, Tues.-Thurs. Code: 11317 Aug. 7-9, 9-11 a.m. Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: NMC Aviation Staff $85

Meet the Art Masters (Grades 4–6) EEYG120

Explore and experiment with the styles and techniques of well-known artists as you draw, paint, and create. Try an abstract design using vibrant colors and shading like Georgia O’Keefe. Be Picasso for a day as you experiment with cubism and create a mystical fantasy jungle like Henri Rousseau. See art through the eyes of master artists as you expand your own creativity. Bring an art shirt and dress to be messy!Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11318 Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Patti Ramoie $69

A Day in the Life of a Bug (Grades 4–6) EEYG154

Explore bugs in action as you make stars of these fascinating creatures. Combine video-making skills with entomology (the study of bugs) in this fun-filled, hands on week! Using your scientific mind, discover how to find bugs, what they eat, how they work, and capture what they do on video. Explore insect life and try to describe what they are doing by creating a short movie. On the final day, show your movie to your classmates, and share what you learned.Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11319 10 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 213 Instructor: Chelsea Cole $69

Judo (Ages 8 to adult)This traditional Japanese art develops mind and body. See page 23 for details.

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Art in Your Secret Garden (Grades 4–6) EEYG156

Inspired by nature, let your imagination take over in your own secret garden. Explore garden motifs while you develop painting techniques stressing shapes, lines, color, and space. Experiment with acrylics, watercolors, and oil pastels, as you create colorful works of art. You’ll make a collage, mobile, and even an intricate garden shadow box using lots of fun materials and embellishments found around home. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11320 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 155 Instructor: Patti Ramoie $69

Art with a Twist (Grades 4–6) EEYG157

Stop! Before you toss that old t-shirt into the trash, bring it to class and transform it into wearable art. You’ll repurpose items from the recycling bin and those headed for the trash in order to create fun and unique art projects. Cardboard box mosaics, bottle cap pins/magnets, and milk carton wallets are just a few of the “junky” items you will use as your palette. Enjoy your new treasures and preserve the environment. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11321 1-3 p.m., Oleson Center Rm. 112 Instructor: Megan Olsen $69

Passport Around the World (Grades 4–6) EEYG152

Global opportunities come to life in this week of virtual travel. Make a passport then enjoy a week of trekking adventures across the continents of South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Learn about geography, world cultures, customs and traditions, foreign languages, and the arts. Prepare for this multicultural experience by bringing to class pictures of places you want to visit someday and transform them into a “Dream Travel Box”. Hop on board for a journey of exploring and creating your way around the world. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 Code: 11322 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Kathleen Neeland $69

Cartoon FUNdamentals (Grades 4–6) EEYG123

Do you love comic books and the Sunday funnies? Create your own cartoon characters and bring them to life. Have fun with caricatures and learn how to take simple shapes and turn them into funny characters, goofy animals, and vegetables that look almost human. All you need is a funny bone! Bring a 9x12-inch sketch pad (not newsprint). Cartooning book included.Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 Code: 11323 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Dick Evans $69

The Actor in You (Grades 4–6) EEYG130

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. 13-17, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11324 NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom $69

Spanish Adventure: One-week Immersion (Grades 4–6) EEYG159

Journey to Spain for an action-packed week guided by a bilingual/bicultural mother/daughter team. Your teacher will speak in Spanish and her 10-year old assistant will help you translate. Learn what life is like in Spain for a kid your age. You’ll compare customs, habits, and common slang through direct conversation with a young Spaniard. Head to the NMC teaching kitchen to prepare typical Spanish food. You’ll also see a Flamenco performance, hear stories, learn songs, play games and make your own t-shirt with Spanish flair. Through it all, you will be learning to speak Spanish in its purest form. Bring a plain, light colored t-shirt and a notebook. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11325 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Jennifer Belmar $79

Clay Sculpture (Grades 4–8) EEYH101

This fun exploration with clay 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 creative as you experience the flow of creativity that’s inspired by working with clay. Dress for an artsy mess. Mon.-Fri., June 18-22 Code: 11326 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Pottery Studio, Rm. 135 Instructor: Kate Fairman $75

Say It in Japanese! (Grades 4–8) EEYH102

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: 11327 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 1-4 p.m. (no class Wed., July 25) Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 224 Instructor: Rosemary Rokita $79

Create Animation Games Using Scratch (Grades 5–7) EEYJ101

Start Scratching—it’s as easy as 1-2-3! Find out how to snap together blocks to create stories, games, and animation and then share your creations with friends on the web. Learn to think creatively and communicate clearly as you test sample games and then build your own simple game. The possibilities are endless with this funky and incredibly fun programming language. You should have basic computer skills. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11328 10 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Beckett Bldg. Rm. 217 Instructors: Adam VanHouten $69

Beginning Guitar (Grades 5–7) EEYJ103

Learn to play the guitar! Enjoy making music as you learn the basic skills to get started. Learn about chords, rhythm styles, notation, tuning the strings, and hand positions. Listen to different styles of guitar music while you learn about great guitar players. The last day includes a short performance for parents and friends. Please bring a six-string acoustic guitar and pick (full or 3/4 size). Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11330 10 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 1 (Cass Rd.) Instructor: Gael Eschelweck $75

Take a class together with your childCupcakes (For an adult & child age 9+)You and your child will have a blast decorating cupcakes with colorful and whimsical designs. See page 4 for details.

Welcome to the Universe! (For an adult & child age 10+)Spend a memorable evening at Rog-ers Observatory guided by Michael Foerster, astronomer and NASA Am-bassador. See page 9.

Family PotteryBring a child or two for some fun clay exploration. See page 17 for details.

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Building Animated Worlds: Computer Programming (Grades 5–7) EEYJ102

Create stories and animated characters in your own video worlds! Choose a world; decorate it with a background you like; fill it with people, creatures, and things, then make a storyline. This fun introduction to the world of object-oriented programming allows you to build animated characters that do what you tell them to do. Learning programming concepts has never been easier or more fun! Kids on Campus week: Code: 11329 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $75

Chef School II (Grades 5–7) EEYJ104

Take your cooking up a notch! Practice techniques you already know and learn some new ones as you prepare foods from different international cuisines: Mexican green chile posole (pork stew), Chinese stir fried tofu and veggies, Italian lasagna with homemade noodles, and French soufflés. Discover how tofu is made with a Tuesday field trip to Oryana Natural Foods Market. Sample your delicious daily delectables and take home a cookbook at the end of the week so you can prepare the recipes again and again. Bring a take-home container each day to share leftovers with family. Prerequisite: Chef School I or be comfortable using sharp knives and a stove/oven. (Cooking classes are not appropriate for children with severe food allergies.)Tues.-Fri., Aug. 14-17 Code: 11331 9 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nan Horstman $145

CSI—Crime Detectives (Grades 5–8) EEYK107

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., July 16-20 Code: 11335 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus Health & Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Kim Schrader $79

Lego Mindstorms NXT— Robotic Adventure (Grades 5–8) EEYK102

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. Option 1: Mon.-Thurs. Code: 11332 June 18-22, 9:30 a.m.-noon Instructor: Scott Diment Option 2: Mon.-Fri. Code: 11333 June 25-29, 10 a.m.-noon Instructor: Russ Ryba Option 3: Mon.-Thurs. Code: 11379 July 9-12, 9:30 a.m.-noon Instructor: Scott Diment All meet in Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110A (2525 Aero Park Dr.) $79 each option

Doctors and Vets: Dissection (Grades 5–8) EEYK113

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, fish, and a larger animal organ. Identify the organs and learn to use dissection equipment whether you are curious about anatomy, animals, or simply a budding scientist. Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11334 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Margaret Hori $79

Woodworking Project (Grades 5–8) EEYK109

Make a useful keepsake-style woodworking project that features your favorite pet or animal. Learn carpentry and woodworking skills to create a fun, personalized desktop pencil box or miniature novelty shelf. Once you build your item, you will learn how to paint and integrate your animal into it. Take home a completed project to keep for years. Bring clear close up photographs of your pet or favorite animal.Kids on Campus week: Code: 11337 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 1-3:30 p.m. Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 101 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Kent Wiejaczka $85

Carpentry for Kids (Grades 5–8) EEYK101

Learn basic carpentry and woodworking skills while making a sturdy wood project built to last. You choose the project. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn about basic design, how to read prints, plan, measure, cut, drill, nail, glue, and finish your project. Under the watchful eye of our skilled instructor, you’ll get instructions in shop and tool safety. Get ready for the lifelong fun of carpentry. Bring a hammer and tape measure, other building materials included. Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11338 1-3 p.m., Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Kent Wiejaczka $79

Stop-motion Animation (Grades 5–8) EEYK110

Discover the basics of Claymation videos. Stop motion has been used in such movies as Wallace and Gromit and James and the Giant Peach. Produce your own video using apps on your iPod, iPhone, Android or other smart device. You’ll use a variety of materials including drawings, cut paper, clay, and everyday objects then add special effects and audio. Please bring a device that has a built in camera and the capability to download apps.Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11336 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Andrew Sias $69

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Rocket Science (Grades 5–8) EEYK112

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 aviation, 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., July 30-Aug. 3, 1-3 p.m. Code: 11339 Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 224 Instructor: Gerry Swaney $89

The Competitive Edge: Fitness, Speed, and Agility Training (Grades 5–9) EEYL107

Gain a competitive advantage by learning and participating in activities that will increase your strength, flexibility, speed, quickness, and agility. Resistance training, running techniques, drills, and games help with sports like soccer, tennis, cross country, football, baseball, and basketball. Guided by coach Morrow, you’ll gain confidence and skills. You’ll be outdoors and in the gym so bring shoes for both and a water bottle. Great summer fun!Mon.-Thurs., June 25-28 Code: 11340 9:30 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Lobby Instructor: Jason Morrow $75

Junior Counselor: Leaders in Training (Ages 12–15) EEYY101

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.-Thurs., June 12-14 Code: 11341 9 a.m.-noon University Center Rm. 213 (Cass Rd.) Instructor: Julie Doyal $59

Get to Know Your Flute (Grades 6–8) EEYM105

Playing the flute is fun—but even more fun when playing with a group. Jump into a music discovery week as you explore new music, work on those challenging fingerings, and learn to improve that wonderful sound. Guided by Dr. Podolka, you’ll improve your music and flute skills and have great new things to work on over the summer.Mon.-Wed., June 25-27 Code: 11342 9 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 105 Instructor: Deborah Podolka $79

Intro to Movie Production (Grades 6–8) EEYM102 Jump right into the experience of movie production while you create your own short movie. You’ll learn the steps by breaking apart an actual movie script and then work to put it back together. Get into the story board, types of shots, coordinated movement, background and scenery, props, and acting. Learn to use Windows Movie Maker software and flip video cameras to create, edit, and share movies right on your computer. Practice editing as you process and delete bad shots and include only the best scenes. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11343 1-4 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Beckett Rm. 217 Instructor: Trent Tomlinson $115

Glass Fusion (Grades 6–9) EEYN104

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 and a focal bead to take home. Mon.-Thurs., June 18-21 Code: 11345 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Debra Anton-Coburn $79

Hip-Hop Dance (Grades 6–9) EEYN109

It’s time to learn those energetic dance moves you love to watch! Hip Hop is one of the most popular forms of dance. It’s funky, fun and easy to do. Learn to dance with confidence to popular music. Discover how to develop the flexibility, rhythm, and balance for today’s dance style. Through demonstration and lots of practice, you’ll be ready to hit the dance floor. Wear clean gym shoes. No dance experience required.Mon.-Thurs., June 18-21 Code: 11346 12:30-2 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 Instructor: Joedy Annis $49

GLEE! Music in Motion (Grades 6–9) EEYN105

Calling all GLEEks! Do you love the hit television show Glee? Do you want to dance like Rachel, Finn, Kurt and Brittany? Here’s your chance—join us for five days of rehearsals and on the final day perform for your family and friends. Throughout the week, you will learn an instructor-led routine and have a hand in choreographing small-group routines, adding your personal flair and creativity! Wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. Males and females encouraged to join. No previous dance experience necessary!Mon.-Thurs., July 9-12 Code: 11344 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 Instructor: Rebecca Walters $69

Let’s Write Fiction (Grades 6–9) EEYN108

All screen plays, TV shows, and novels begin with STORY. Is there a story in you? Explore those ideas as you learn how to begin, develop, and end a story. Discover how to make characters come alive and write about places so real they’ll jump off the page. You’ll get lots of encouragement from author and teacher Elizabeth Buzzelli. Bring your ideas and imagination along with a sense of adventure to open your mind to the wonders of its own creation.Mon.-Thurs., June 25-28 Code: 11347 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli $79

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Watercolors (Grades 6–9) EEYN111

Discover the exciting methods of watercolor artists! Using tube watercolor paint and 140lb cold press watercolor paper, you’ll learn a variety of basic techniques including how to stretch watercolor paper. Guided by an artist, be inspired by new techniques and ways of using watercolor to create layers of texture and interest. You should have basic drawing skills and bring photographs of possible subjects to paint. Kids on Campus week: Code: 11348 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 101 Instructor: Adam VanHouten $79

Advanced Rocket Science (Grades 6–9) EEYN110

Have you built model rockets from kits and are now ready to design and build your own models? Ramp up your skills this week with an emphasis on the design phase and the science and math required to make your rocket fly. Push your knowledge to the limits at the end of the week, when you’ll launch your rocket. Note: Meets the requirements for the Boy Scout Space Exploration merit badge. Prerequisite: Rocket Science or have basic model construction skills. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 6-10 Code: 11349 1-3:30 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 225 Instructor: Gerry Swaney $99

Wheel and Hand-built Pottery (Grades 6–12) EEYQ101

Discover the art of clay and the fun of shaping it with your hands. Learn to use the potter’s wheel and hand-building 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.Option 1: 6 days, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11350 Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 and Tues., July 24 Option 2: 6 days, 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11351 Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 and Tues., Aug. 21 NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Pottery Studio, Rm. 135 Instructor: Lisa Hockin $169 each option

Girls Basketball: Skills, Drills, and Scrimmages! (Grades 7–9) EEYR105

Are you interested in basketball? Strengthen your individual and team skil ls in this fun, active week. Receive instruction while learning fun drills to improve ball-handling, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense, offense, and other fundamentals. Each day you will apply fundamentals to game situations during 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5 scrimmaging. Accelerate your progress while stimulating a love for the game. Bring a white t-shirt, a colored t-shirt, and a water bottle each day.Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11352 9:30 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: Chelsea Cole $89

Spanish Discovery: One-week Immersion (Grades 7–9) EEYR102

Take a 4-day discovery journey to Spain guided by a bilingual/bicultural mother/son team. Your teacher will speak in Spanish and her 16-year old assistant will help you translate. Learn what life is like in Spain as you compare customs, habits, and common slang through direct conversation with a young Spaniard and his mom. One day you’ll be in the kitchen to prepare typical Spanish food. You’ll also see a Flamenco performance, hear stories, play games and make your own t-shirt with Spanish flair. Through all of this, you will be learning to speak Spanish in its purest form. Designed for students who have had some Spanish. Bring a plain, light colored t-shirt and a notebook. Tues.-Fri., Aug. 7-10 Code: 11354 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Jennifer Belmar $85

Keyboarding: Learn to Type Faster (Grades 7–9) EEYR106

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! Kids on Campus week: Code: 11353 Mon.-Fri., July 23-27, 1-3 p.m. Aero Park Campus, Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Diane Kimmel $69

The American Civil War: Looking Back (Grades 7–9) EEYR104

At a time when democracy was thought to be a crazy experiment, the Civil War transformed America and the world by proving that freedom and democracy could outlast the strife. 150 years later, involve yourself in this pivotal event as a decision maker, a researcher, a writer, and an archeologist. Learn about major batt les and events while organizing them in an illustrated timeline. Using the historical record, re-live the decision making process of leaders on both sides. You’ll use photographs as primary historical sources and discover the impact of photography at that time. Look at literature and non-fiction of those who witnessed and recorded the war, and then assume the role of a teen witness and create a personal memoir of the experience. On the last day, explore the role of the archeologist as you conduct a simulated archeological dig and document the results.Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 Code: 11355 1-3:30 p.m., Aero Park Campus, Parsons/Stulen Bldg., Rm. 222 Instructor: Michael Rutledge $79

Survivor! Backcountry Skills (Grades 7–10) EEYS101

Two tribes will vie for survival as you learn the skills necessary for success in the backcountry. Your tribe will use compass and maps to find hidden caches and discover tips for safe use of backcountry gear and survival equipment. You’ll be assigned a variety of challenges including having to cook a backcountry meal and “leave no trace” that you were there. Challenge yourself and your team to do their best to earn the title of Backcountry Survivor. Come prepared to be outdoors most of the week.Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11356 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. C Instructor: Scott Birch $79

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Actor’s Workshop (Grades 7–10) EEYS108

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 the last day of class. Mon.-Fri., July 30-Aug. 3 Code: 11357 9 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom $99

Build a Skateboard (Grades 7–12) EEYT102

Have you ever wondered how that skateboard you ride is made? Why is wood the best material and how do you get it to bend in so many ways? Design and make your own skateboard using blanks that come from the same factory as the decks you buy at the local skate shop. Become a design engineer as you determine how much ‘pop’ to put in your deck as well as the shape and width. Travel to the Civic Center on the last day to assemble and test your design. Full pads are required. You will need to supply the trucks and wheels (approx. $75 if buying new).Mon.-Thurs., June 18-21 Code: 11358 1-3 p.m., Aero Park Labs Bldg., Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Scott Diment $75 (includes a deck blank)

Creative Expression and Your Art (Grades 7–12) EEYT114

Develop your creative expression in this advanced-level art class by exploring and evaluating your artwork, and incorporating new techniques. Bring examples of your own artwork and explore how your pieces connect, differ, or relate with other artists. Enjoy interesting and fun discussions as you research the work of a variety of artists. Then, using various art materials, create projects which incorporate concepts, techniques, and ideas from class research into your personal art. Bring a sketchbook and pencils. Don’t miss this chance to get a head start on your life journey into the world of art. Mon.-Fri., June 25-29 Code: 11363 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Kent Wiejaczka $89

Beginning Scuba Diving (Grades 7–12) EEYT103

Experience the world of scuba diving! Through classroom work, confined water training, and open water experience, you will learn about the basic equipment, physics, physiology, environment, and safety practices of the sport of scuba diving. Students must be able to swim efficiently and be comfortable in the water. Upon completion, you will become a certified diver. The minimum age is 12. Diving equipment and air fills provided along with books, video, DVD/CDs, dive table, and training log. Some medical restrictions apply and should be discussed before registering —includes asthma, ear problems, insulin-controlled diabetes, and heart trouble—please call Steve Raths at Scuba North 947-2520 to discuss. Parent should plan to attend a 10-minute meeting at 9 a.m. on Monday to discuss student pick-up after class. Students need to bring personal equipment: scuba mask, fins, snorkel, bathing suit, and towel. Bring a sack lunch or money to purchase food and drinks each day.Option 1: Mon.-Fri. Code: 11359 June 25-29 Option 2: Mon.-Fri. Code: 11360 Aug. 6-10 9 a.m.- 2 or 3 p.m. (ending time may vary) Meet at Scuba North first day (833 S. Garfield Rd.); then meet at dive location (to be announced) each day Instructor: Steve Raths $329 each option

Advanced Scuba Diving (Grades 7–12) EEYT104

Take your diving skills to the next level. Designed for new certified divers, this course meets the requirements for the NAUI Advanced Scuba Certification. Divers will advance to deeper water, learn basic navigation, and experience a night dive. We’ll explore three additional aspects of diving which may include a river dive, search and rescue, archeology, or ship wrecks. All equipment is provided except scuba mask, fins, snorkel, bathing suit, and towel. Minimum age is 12. Bring a sack lunch or money for food and drinks each day. Three days, Mon.-Wed. Code: 11361 Aug. 20 & 21; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; and Aug. 22, 6-10 p.m. (evening dive) Meet at Scuba North first day (833 S. Garfield Rd.); then meet at dive location (to be announced) each day Instructor: Steve Raths $229

Game Programming Using Game Maker (Grades 7–12) EEYT106

Build computer games using Game Maker, a fun software lets you build games like racing cars, fighter planes, pacman, ping pong, and more. Start with simple games and work up to more complex ones. You will be introduced to some basic computer programming too. If you have taken this course before, you are welcome to take it again—new games are taught each time. Includes a copy of the limited version software to take home. You should be familiar with Microsoft Windows. Both options Mon.-Fri. Option 1: June 25-29 Code: 11362 - OPTION 1 IS ALREADY FULL- 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Kids on Campus: July 23-27 Code: 11365 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $79 each option

Advanced Game Programming Using Game Maker (Grades 7–12) EEYT107

Take your game programming skills up a notch! Learn advance features including scripting and game maker programming language to give additional control in your game. Find out how to add advanced graphics and animation and see how to build sprites. Discover how to share games online by uploading to a game maker forum. Prerequisite is Game Programming Using Game Maker. Mon.-Fri., July 16-20 Code: 11364 1-3 p.m., Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $79

Teens Love to Cook! (Grades 7–12) EEYT115

Be a chef in training in the teaching kitchen at NMC’s Oleson Center. New cooking skills, fresh ideas, a collection of recipes, and daily tastings make a memorable week. The morning option focuses on a breakfasts, salads, main entrées, and desserts. For a breakfast worth getting out of bed for, you’ll create omelets and stuffed French toast. Main entrée day highlights grilling the perfect steak, and marinating and glazing cornish hens. Just Desserts is the finale with whoopee pies, elegant tuxedo strawberries, and a dessert surprise. The afternoon option has a world theme with a day devoted to each: Mid-eastern, Asian, Caribbean, and French. Bring take-home containers daily. Cooking classes are not appropriate for those with severe food allergies.Both options Tues.-Fri., July 10-13 Option 1: 9 a.m.-noon Code: 11366 Option 2: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Code: 11367 NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kathleen Leach $149 each option

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Computer Programming Using Java Trek (Grades 7–12) EEYT105

Has game programming or other computer experiences 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 BlueJ, 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 16-20 Code: 11368 10 a.m.-noon Parsons/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $79

Kayak to Power Island (Grades 7–12) EEYT108

Kayak to Power Island on majestic Grand Traverse Bay and discover the thrill of kayaking. Starting on shore, we’ll go over the basics of kayaking and kayak safety. Learn the forward stroke, backpaddle, sweep stroke, and draw stroke. Using sit-on-top kayaks, practice tipping and getting back in your boat. Then head out to Power Island where we will picnic and explore before paddling back. Fee includes kayak, paddle, and lifejacket. You need to be comfortable around water and be a good swimmer. Bring a sack lunch. Limited to 8. Sat., July 14, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Code: 11369 Meet at Bower’s Harbor Public Access Site (ask for directions when registering) Instructors: Bill & Clayton Queen $75

Kayak the Sleeping Bear Dunes Shoreline (Grades 7–12) EEYT116

Paddle the coast that was rated the most beautiful place in America–the Sleeping Bear Dunes Shoreline. Using sit-on-top kayaks, you will practice and refine your skills, learn rescues, communication signals, and take a swimming safety check on North Bar Lake. Then our group ventures out to the big water of Lake Michigan to paddle up the coastline and see the majestic Sleeping Bear Dunes. You need to be comfortable around water and be a good swimmer. Wear a swimsuit under your clothing and bring rain gear, a change of clothes, hat, sunscreen, a sack lunch, and a water bottle. Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets provided (or bring your own life jacket). Limited to 8. Sat., July 28, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Code: 11370 Begin and end at Sleeping Bear Dunes Headquarters parking lot in Empire. Pick-up will occur between 2-2:30 p.m. Instructors: Bill & Clayton Queen $75

Poetry Out Loud: Read, Write and Slam (Grades 7–12) EEYT117

Bring out your inner poet in a week designed to read, write, listen to, analyze, memorize, experience, and perform poetry. With audio, video, and live recitations as inspiration (from medieval to contemporary), you’ll choose a poem to memorize and perform. You’ll also write, revise, and perform your own on the last day of class. You’ll have access to the Poetry Out Loud website, where you can search a vast database of poems, audio, and video, learn tips for reciting poetry, register your favorite poems, and find out how to get your school involved so that you can participate in the nation-wide Poetry Out Loud competition in the future!Mon.-Thurs., July 30-Aug. 2 Code: 11371 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Beckett Bldg. Rm. 215 Instructor: Allison Leigh Peters $69

Garage Band: Beyond Guitar Hero (Grades 7–12) EEYT109

Make and write your own music, even if you’ve never played an instrument before. Wake up the rock star inside you to make music that sounds like something you might hear on the radio, in a performance hall, or even your garage. Using GarageBand, an interactive looping and recording program, you will compose your own original song and even create a podcast to share with friends. Mon.-Thurs., July 30-Aug. 2 Code: 11372 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus Fine Arts Rm. 103 Instructor: Steve Quick $75

Recording Studio Techniques (Grades 8–12) EEYU101

Learn to make CDs and MP3s like the pros. Get hands-on with the latest techniques, software, and equipment for doing live recordings—your own band or vocal group or someone else’s group. Mics, cables, recording gear, hardware, software, folders, files, loops, session files, routing signals, sound checks, mixing techniques—you’ll learn to work with all of this. The last day includes mixing techniques to get a finished song and then creating a CD or MP3 to take home or upload to Facebook.Mon.-Thurs., Aug. 6-9 Code: 11373 9:30 a.m.-noon, NMC Main Campus Fine Arts Rm. 102 Instructor: Steve Quick $75

Focus on Forensics (Grades 9–12) EEYV109

Are you interested in crime investigation? Does the idea of post-mortem analysis intrigue you? Embark on an exciting journey into the world of forensic anthropology, forensic odontology, and blood analysis. Learn how to measure bones and analyze specific characteristics. Begin to build a missing person’s profile using tooth and dental record analysis. Observe how blood lends to identification by looking at trajectory and splatter. By the end of the week, you will match your profiles with a missing persons list and try to give some explanation of what happened to them. Mon.-Fri., Aug. 13-17 Code: 11375 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 113 Instructor: Kim Schrader $89

Spanish: One-week Immersion (Grades 10–12) EEYW107

During this 4-day intensive, you will journey to Spain guided by a bilingual/bicultural mother/son team. The class is designed to expose you to the Spanish culture while supplying you with a setting to polish and expand your conversational Spanish, vocabulary and phrases. The teacher will speak in Spanish but her 16-year old assistant will be there to translate as needed. Learn what life is like in Spain as you compare customs, habits, and common slang through direct conversation with a young Spaniard and his mom. Head to the kitchen to prepare typical Spanish food. You’ll see a Flamenco performance, participate in conversational circles, have a treasure hunt, and design a t-shirt. Through all of this, you will be hearing and learning to speak Spanish in its purest form. Bring a plain, light colored t-shirt, notebook, and Spanish/English dictionary if you have one. Designed for students who have had at least two years of Spanish.Mon.-Thurs., July 23-26 Code: 11376 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Jennifer Belmar $85

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About the instructors…Nancy Krcek Allen, a graduate of California Culinary Academy, has over 20 years experience in kitchens and classrooms. She has taught full-time at the Institute for Culinary Education in Manhattan and owned and oper-ated City Kitchen in Traverse City.

Joedy Annis has formal training in tap, ballet, jazz, modern, and hip-hop. She danced professionally for three years and teaches Hip Hop dance at NMC.

Kristin Anton, M.S.-biology, has been a guest teacher in all K-12 subject areas for TCAPS, GTACS, and TBA-ISD. She will graduate June 2009 with a masters in teaching from the Center for Science Education in Portland, OR.

Debra Anton-Coburn, B.F.A., B.S.-art education, and K-12 certified. Having taught art for elementary and middle schools, she now teaches fine arts at the high-school level. She also teaches art workshops for adults.

Candace Ashley, M.A.-education, B.S., is a retired el-ementary teacher. She has been a coach and regional captain for Odyssey of the Mind, and served as Math Coordinator for the NMC GRASP program since 1983.

Tom Auch, B.S.-business, teaches Photoshop at NMC. He is a photographer for White Pine Press, and is on staff at the Center for Learning at NMC.

Jennifer Belmar has taught Spanish, dance, art, fitness, and English for 25 years. She taught English in Mexico and lived in Spain for 11 years teaching English at her own academy. She is in the final phase of earning the highest level certificate for Spanish proficiency through the Escuela Oficial de Idiomas de Murcia (Official Lan-guage School of Murcia).

Scott Birch is a National Outdoor Leadership School graduate, a wilderness guide, certified Wilderness First Responder, and a former summer camp director. He is currently studying toward a degree in elementary edu-cation.

Lee Bowman, B.A.A.-graphic design, has been a Mac enthusiast since 1987. He has taught graphic design and software classes for CMU and has worked indepen-dently as a consultant resolving Macintosh problems for numerous businesses.

Diane Bozzi, M.A., is a retired Special Education teach-er with 36 years at TCAPS. She has been sewing since childhood, and enjoys all aspects of sewing.

Lisa Bracey, B.A.-communications, will complete her certification as an elementary teacher in summer 2012. She currently substitutes throughout the region. This is her third year with College for Kids.

Mary Bridges, M.A.-writing, has taught at the National Louis University and the College of DuPage. She has extensive computer experience.

Bo Burke, ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker and Climber Specialist, has over 12 successful years in the preservation, restoration and care of trees. He was most recently a tree surgeon for Chicago Parks District DNR prior to moving to Maple City.

Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli is a published novelist and journalist who teaches writing seminars and workshops for NMC-EES. She is now working on a non-fiction book with a survivor of 9/11. Her work has been pro-duced on stage and for NPR.

Mickey Cannon, executive chef and owner of Tuscan Bistro, has been a chef for over 20 years. Much of his career has been in Washington D.C. where he worked at the Italian Embassy, cooked for four presidents, was a chef for Sandra Day O’Connor, and was voted the out-standing young chef in 1987.

Craig Carlson, B.S., A.S., is a 1st-degree black belt and certified instructor with the Aikido Yoshokai Assoc. of North America. He has been trained in aikido since 1989.

Tonja Carlson, A.A.S., has been involved with beading and other crafts including Native American arts since 1970. She currently works and teaches for Nawbin’s.

Zlata Champion, B.S., is a native Russian speaker. She has extensive experience teaching and tutoring both children and adults. Prior to moving to NMC, she taught language classes at the University of Wisconsin since 1998. She is also fluent in German and French.

Eric Clone is a life long paddler, an American Canoe Association Certified Open Water Instructor, and a Wil-derness First Responder. Presently, Eric is the owner of Boardman Peddle and Paddle in Traverse City.

Jeffrey Cobb, M.M.-choral conducting, is the Director of Music Programs at NMC. He has over 20 years of experience in music education as a teacher, choral di-rector, composer, and church Director of Music. Choirs under his direction have received state and national awards and invitations; several of his compositions have received awards. Jeff also performs as a Jazz vo-calist and pianist.

Chelsea Cole, B.S.-geography, B.A.-elementary educa-tion, is a certified teacher. She coaches middle school and high school basketball and “Girls on the Run” at Bellaire and Mancelona Schools and is currently a sub-stitute teacher with TBAISD.

Michelle Corteggiano, founder of ATI Attraction Mar-keting, has over 20 years of experience in direct selling, marketing, sales, relationship building, and leadership. A nationally recognized social media speaker, strategist and author; her book, Power of Attraction has been fea-tured in the media.

Joan D’Argo is a diplomat of Asian Bodywork Therapy and board certified by the National Certification Com-mission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is also a member of the American Organization for Body-work Therapies of Asia and is a graduate of the Blue Lotus School of Shiatsu and Asian Medicine.

Brandy DeBarr, B.S.-elementary education, with an early childhood endorsement, has been a paraprofes-sional with Forest Area Schools, VBS preschool teacher, and will finish her student teaching with Kalkaska Pub-lic Schools this spring.

Flute Camp for Teens (Grades 9–12) EEYV110

Take your musical skills to a new level with this 3-day focus. Guided by Dr. Podolka, you’ll discover new music, work on challenging fingerings, and improve intonation and tone. For those considering playing in college, we’ll explore the college audition list. We’ll also include technical studies and have fun with flute choir reading sessions.Mon.-Wed., June 25-27 Code: 11374 1-4 p.m. NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts 105 Instructor: Deborah Podolka $79

Bottom of the Bay— A Research Experience (Grades 10–12) EEYW106

An Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), a research boat, a summer day—add them up to get a unique experience of exploration on the water and in the classroom. Begin by learning some water science, how to use an ROV, their role in education, research, and commercially, along with highlights of what we know about the bays. Then board the Northwestern, NMC’s research vessel, for an afternoon on the bay putting your ROV knowledge to work. You’ll get a chance to operate the ROV and see a shipwreck and other features of the underwater bay. Bring sunscreen and dress to be outdoors. A box lunch is provided.Mon., July 30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Code: 11377 Great Lakes Campus, Rm. 112 Instructor: Hans VanSumeren $145 (includes lunch)

Write a Winning College Application or Scholarship Essay (Grades 10–12) EEYW105

Attention college-bound students! Do you want to get a jump on the college application process? Do you need to win a scholarship? Essays and personal statements are an increasingly important part of college and scholarship application packages. A little time spent writing this summer will have a big pay-off when it’s time to complete your applications. Learn what colleges are looking for in an essay or personal statement AND begin to craft your own piece. Scholarship or college application packets are helpful but not necessary. Bring a flash drive.Mon. & Thurs., Aug. 6 & 9 Code: 11378 1-4:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus Beckett Bldg. Rm. 217 Instructor: Mary Bridges $55

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Shawn Denton, M.S., B.S., teaches in the Business and Physical Education Areas at NMC.

Nancy Deye M.A.-education, B.S., is a certified TCA (Tai Chi for Arthritis) instructor. She has been a student and teacher of Sun and Yang style Tai Chi since 2003.

Scott Diment, B.S.-education, has been teaching since 1988 including the past 11 years with TCAPS. He has been a skateboard enthusiast most of his life.

Jill Donberg, R.Ac., MAcOM, has been studying ho-listic health for over 10 years and practicing Oriental Medicine since 2006. She holds a master’s degree in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine and main-tains a private practice in Traverse City.

Chris Doyal has been a commercial photographer for over 20 years and owned a studio in South Bend, IN. His specialty areas include product and underwater photography. Chris majored in photography at Purdue University and is currently the ecommerce manager for Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan, Inc.

Julie Doyal B.A., has 12 years of elementary teaching experience. She is a Program Coordinator for NMC-EES.

Adam Dwyer joined NMC’s Training & Research team and focuses on training in Lean principles, A3 Problem Solving, and Information Technology Systems. He also has hands-on training and implementation experience in Enterprise Resource Planning systems.

Erica Dwyer, M.A., CCC-SLP is a Speech and Language Therapist with Charlevoix-Emmet ISD. She has been teaching K-12 students since 2008.

Gael Eschelweck, A.A., is an accomplished classi-cal and Spanish guitarist. She taught guitar classes for TCAPS and gives private lessons.

Dick Evans, B.A., has taught cartooning for over 25 years. He owns Bear Clause Publications and has pub-lished three cartoon and coloring books.

Kate Fairman, M.S.-environmental policy, is an adjunct instructor for Grand Valley State University. She is also an art teacher, adventurer, and kayak instructor. She has taught for NMC-EES since 1989.

Tina Norris Fields, M.A.-leadership, B.S.-Bus/CIS, owns Tall Pines Computer Training and specializes in facilitating adult computer mastery. Her background in-cludes database systems development, adult education, and genealogical research.

Holly Finch, B.A., is President of Frost Hill Financial Services, LLC. She is a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and a member of the American Institute of Professional Book-keepers. She has worked in finance since 1992.

Katy Fisher, B.F.A., K-12 certified, has been teach-ing since 1990 and is currently teaching K-8 art with TCAPS.

Dick Flowers is a retired landscaper who has taught adventure sports including rock climbing, canoeing, orienteering, sea kayaking, and currently, tree climbing.

Michael Foerster is an astronomer (researching exo-planets) and a Solar System Ambassador for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab. He produces First*Light!, a public radio program/podcast on science and society.

Heather Fraizer, Ph.D., joined the NMC Training and Research staff in 2008. She is a Lean Champion provid-ing training to both manufacturing and service organi-zations.

Derrick Fries, Ph.D., is a professional triathlete and as-sistant professor at EMU, and successful author.

Sally Frye, M.A., has taught for 25+ years. She has worked with local lighthouses for over 20 years, devel-oped and taught lighthouse curriculum, and held lead-ership roles in preservation efforts.

Ger Fuleky was born and educated in Germany. She was employed there with the U.S. Department of De-fense for 34 years. She has been teaching German at NMC since 2000.

Shanna Girrbach, B.A.-business administration, is a certified elementary teacher with a major in language arts. A mother of two energetic preschoolers, she previ-ously taught preschool for 3½ years and was a summer camp supervisor for 3 years.

Cheryl Gordon, A.A., has over 25 years experience teaching art to students from age 4 to 90, and has taught for College for Kids since 2004. She is currently a teaching assistant for TBAISD.

Melody Hamill, co-owner of the Circle H Stables at Ranch Rudolf, has been teaching children to ride for the past 10 years. She created and continues to run a variety of horse camps.

Patrick Harden taught all aspects of welding including TIG, MIG, and Oxyacetylene for the Bay Arenac Career Center for over 20 years.

Chuck Hawkins, Orvis Endorsed 2010 Guide Service of the Year and Certified Fly Casting Instructor, brings over 35 years of fly fishing experience to his clients. Chuck is the owner of Hawkins Outfitters of Lake Ann, MI.

Stephanie Hawkins has a 1st-degree black belt through the U.S. Judo Federation. She has competed nationally, and is State Judo Champion numerous times in her divi-sion.

Kathleen Hoagg, M.A.-art education, B.F.A.-painting, has taught art since 1989. She owns and operates Kalei-doscope Visual Arts Studio in TC.

Lisa Hockin, A.A. B.F.A.-art education, is currently an elementary art educator with Elk Rapids Public Schools. As an artist, she uses a variety of art mediums including clay.

Jennifer Hoffman, M.A.-early childhood education, is a certified elementary teacher. She has taught kindergar-ten and first grade at Kingsley Elementary since 2002.

Ana Maria Hopkins, B.A.-journalism, comes to North-ern Michigan from Bogota, Columbia. She enjoys shar-ing the customs of her homeland.

Kristen Hori, B.A., is a certified teacher with experi-ence teaching Kindergarten through high school in both public and charter schools. She also has been a teacher/coordinator for summer fun camps.

Margaret Hori, M.A., B.A., has taught for over 30 years, from Kindergarten to college courses, remedial to gift-ed, in public, private, and charter schools.

Nan Horstman, M.A., a retired teacher and elementary school principal, has taken many cooking classes and teaches cooking classes for NMC/EES.

Robb Houston, M.A., is on the faculty at NMC in the Science/Math Area. For the past 10 years, he has taught a variety of geology-related courses including earth sci-ence, physical and historical geology, Michigan basin geology, and oceanography.

Kelly Ignace, B.S.-resource planning and management, has 10 years of experience in the waste/recycling in-dustry. She’s the Director of Marketing and Public Rela-tions for American Waste and incorporates computer technology and mobile applications into her daily busi-ness routine.

Bart and Gail Ingraham have lifelong agricultural back-grounds with specific horticultural studies, certifica-tion in the Master Gardener program, and have been gardening in Northern Michigan since 1977. They own and operate Bellwether Gardens.

LeeAnn Jacobs, B.A., grew up with horses and has worked with children and horses teaching novice through advanced levels of riding since 2000.

Cheryl Janz graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, and previously taught culi-nary classes at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, IL. She has recently moved back to MI where she enjoys cooking with the many local products.

Scott Johnson, an admitted geek, has been building, tweaking, and tuning computers for over 20 years. He has extensive experience in tutoring users for home and business. He owns the Stained Glass Cabinet Company.

Peggy Johnson, B.S.-elementary music education and piano performance, has been teaching piano for over 20 years. She accompanies the NMC GT Chorale, Chamber Singers, and two of the children’s choirs. Peggy also does freelance accompanying and coaching in the GT area.

Chad Kahler, B.S.-environmental education, earth sci-ence, and biology, has taught in the College for Kids program for many years. He is a part-time instructor in the Physical Education Dept. at NMC.

Kerry Kelly has been chairman of the board of direc-tors for the Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes since 2006. He retired from Dow Chemical in 2004 and is involved in a wide variety of volunteer projects at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Dave Kenny has worked with TC athletes for 20+ years, coached elementary sports for five TCAPS schools, and coached Little League baseball for 10 years. He teaches at Blair Elementary and coaches football at TC West High School.

Brandon Kietzman, A.A.S., graduated from Bikram Yoga College Teacher Training in 2002, then recertified in 2006 and 2009. He has attended many Bikram Yoga Seminars, studied with senior Bikram yoga teachers, taught nearly 10,000 yoga classes, and has been teach-ing for NMC since 2009. He is director of Bikram Yoga T.C.

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Diane Kimmel, M.A., teaches high school full-time for TCAPS in the English language arts program. She taught business and computer programs for TCAPS for 4 years and 8 years for GTACS and is certified in online instruc-tion. She has taught computer application courses for NMC-EES since 2004.

Brian Kissel, graduate of the Great Lakes Culinary In-stitute, is the owner and chef of Blue Slipper Bistro in Onekama.

Pete LaCourse, B.A.-physical education, is the Physi-cal Education Program Coordinator at NMC. He has worked in physical education and recreational program administration since 1979.

Kathleen Leach, M.A., taught since 1972 in Lansing and Grand Rapids. She taught “Cooking for High School Girls”, cooked for summer camps, and cooked as a personal chef.

Ed Lee, M.S., retired U.S. diplomat and Federal agent, spent years as a Regional Security Officer in Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East where he was respon-sible for keeping diplomats, their families, and U.S. interests safe. In 2002 he returned to the State Depart-ment as a senior advisor to help institute post-9/11 anti-terrorism efforts. He authored the recent book, Staying SAFE Abroad—Traveling, Working and Living in a Post-9/11 World.

Nikki Lennox, B.S.-criminal justice, is of Greek decent and enjoys teaching classes from her heritage. She has taught community education for over 15 years and owned a gourmet food company for five years special-izing in gourmet desserts.

Erika Leppien, B.A.-elementary education, recently taught with the Saginaw Area Catholic Schools. She has enjoyed being a guest teacher with TCAPS.

Stephen Lewis, Ph.D., has published seven novels, and several short stories and poems. He has taught writing for 30 years and is retired as professor of English from Suffolk Community College. His most recent novel, Stone Cold Dead, was released in 2007.

Misaeng Suh Liggett, a native of Japan, attended Tsuji Cooking School in Tokyo and worked as a chef. She has taught Japanese cooking workshops and Japanese lan-guage at NMC since 2005.

Erin Lord is the freshman-senior varsity cheerleading coach at Traverse City West. She is certified in UCA stunting safety and runs clinics during the school year.

Margaret Magner, R.Y.T., B.A.-psychology, is a Regis-tered Yoga Teacher and a Certified Yoga Therapist. She has taught yoga at NMC since 1997, is a Reiki Master, and has formal training in meditation traditions.

Stewart McFerran, B.A.-environmental studies, has worked for years as an outdoor leader and educator teaching orienteering with compass and maps.

Phillip Mikesell, Ph.D., Vanderbilt University, taught comparative politics at Wabash College for over 40 years. He lived, worked, and traveled extensively in Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East. He retired from active teaching in 2009 and is currently working on the topic of democracy and economic development.

Matt Miller is a graduate of the Wilderness Aware-ness School Residential Program & Anake Leadership Program and completed the Wildlife Tracking Intensive program at Alderleaf Wilderness College. Matt serves as Executive Director and Lead Instructor at HumaNature School in Traverse City.

Robert Moir is a Real Estate attorney and a licensed broker with 35 years of experience. He is currently the associate broker of the Leelanau Group, LLC, a real es-tate sales and development company.

Jason Morrow, B.S.-education, is a physical education teacher for TCAPS. He leads conditioning programs for sports programs, coaches varsity track, and is defensive coordinator for TC West varsity football.

Jim Morse is an alumnus of the Culinary Program at NMC and works at Siren Hall restaurant in Elk Rapids. Jim is involved in community culinary events includ-ing Slow Food USA, Bioneers conference, Father Fred Foundation Auction Dinner, and the March of Dimes Star Chefs Auction.

Theresa Mulcahy has been a guest teacher with TCAPS since 2008. She previously owned and operated a day-care.

Kathleen Neeland, B.S., has been working with chil-dren since 1989 as a Title 1 assistant and classroom teacher to her current position as an Academic Inter-vention Specialist for Mancelona Public Schools.

Judy Oien, M.A., B.S.-elementary education, is past president of the Northwestern Michigan Reading Coun-cil, Michigan Reading Association and the International Reading Assoc. She taught elementary school for over 40 years.

Megan Olsen, M.F.A.-printmaking and drawing, has been a tried and true recycler for over 20 years. She has taught art to children of all ages since 1997.

David Parrish, B.M.E., M.M.E.-music education, M.F.A.-humanities, is a retired music and humanities teacher. He taught choral music and served as Music Coordi-nator for TCAPS. David has been a major presenter at state and national humanities conferences.

Mary Parrish, B.M.E.-music education, has been teach-ing elementary general and vocal music with TCAPS since 1965. She has taught private piano and been a conductor/accompanist for the Traverse City Elementary Honors Choir.

Jane Pearsall, B.S., M.B.E., has 34 years of teaching experience in business and computer education at both the secondary and post-secondary levels. She has MOUS certification in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Fran Perkett, M.T.S., B.A., has worked for over 20 years in education and pastoral positions. She is a regional workshop leader and works for the Traverse Area Dis-trict Library.

Allison Leigh Peters is a poet and blogger in Traverse City. She won an Academy of American Poets Prize in 2010, and her poems have been published in numer-ous journals including Michigan Quarterly Review, The Portland Review, and Oberon Poetry Magazine. She is Founder and Creative Director of Elemeno, a nonprofit publishing house, and Founder, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Orange Quarterly (orangequarterly.com).

Deborah Podolka, Ph.D.-flute performance and con-ducting, is a flute instructor at NMC. She has over 30 years of teaching experience with youth and adults.

Jonathan Pool is an out-of-the-box thinker who’s pas-sionate about helping others achieve what they did not believe possible. He draws on his infectious energy and personal experience to make a difference in everything he does. Jonathan is the Professor of Idea and Opportu-nity for the Free Agent Academy, and a certified Pater-son Center strategic advisor and coach.

Bill Queen, B.S., is a Program Coordinator at NMC and coordinator of the Michigan Energy Demonstration Center. He served on the Built Green Grand Traverse committee, and built a green home in Cedar, Michigan. Bill also instructs a variety of recreational activities for children and adults including kayaking.

Clayton Queen has extensive kayaking and canoeing experience on Lakes Michigan and Superior, along with whitewater excursions into the Canadian wilderness.

Heather Quick, B.S.-elementary education, is a retired teacher with 20 years experience teaching kindergar-ten.

Steve Quick is a musician/singer/songwriter with over 25 years’ experience as a recording engineer and re-cord producer. He teaches Music Technology in NMC’s Humanities Area. He was lead recording instructor at the Recording Institute of Detroit, and was trained by former Motown personnel. He runs True North Audio, an audio processing and mastering service.

Maggie Quinn, M.A.-clothing and textiles, B.A.-home economics, is a certified personal trainer and a certified Jacki Sorensen aerobics instructor.

Pattie Ramoie is a graduate of Kendall College of Art & Design. She is a designer and returning College for Kids teacher. She has taught art workshops and classes for over 25 years and her experience spans pre-school through adults.

Steve Raths, B.A., is a certified SCUBA instructor recog-nized by NAUI, PADI, and ANDI. An active instructor at Scuba North since 1999, he has previously taught for NMC’s College for Kids program.

Mary Reh, B.S.-culinary arts, has worked as a restaurant chef, banquet chef, pastry chef, and executive sous chef for Hyatt Hotels. She was the Executive Chef at the CIA Dining Room.

Chris Remy is a certified bike mechanic from Bike Lab TC with 7 years of professional bike shop and field ex-perience. Chris is on hand to provide repairs for many of the area’s bicycle events and races.

Carolyn Scott Risk, B.S., is an award-winning watercol-or artist who has exhibited in juried shows nationwide. She has taught watercolor classes at NMC for over 15 years.

Libby Robold, M.A., RYT, PRYT, has been teaching yoga for NMC since 1984. An experienced art and yoga ther-apist, Libby has authored articles on education, yoga and Ayurveda lifestyle wellness. She co-directs Yoga for Health Education, Center for Conscious Living, in TC.

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Michael Robold, M.A., CYT, has been teaching yoga since 2002, after assisting in classes for 15 years. He teaches for NMC and co-directs Yoga for Health Educa-tion, Center for Conscious Living, in TC.

Mark Rozeboom, M.A.-education, teaches English and drama at Traverse City Christian Schools. He has di-rected many theater productions.

Michael A. Rutledge holds undergraduate degrees in military history, history, geography and an M.A. in hu-manities. He teaches history, geography, and humani-ties at TC College Preparatory Academy and history and humanities at NMC. He is a retired U.S. Army NCO.

James H. Ryan, B.A., graduate work in marketing, had a career in management, sales, and product develop-ment for a profit center with 300+ employees and 8 branches. He also has 17 years of consulting, training, and process facilitation for his firm, JRA.

Russ Ryba is a programmer with 25 years’ experience and an avid interest in robotics. He coaches local teams in LEGO League Competition.

Diane Samarasinghe, M.S.W, R.Y.T., is a registered yoga teacher and retired state social worker. She was certified as a Beginning and Gentle Yoga Instructor at Satchidananda Ashram in Virginia.

Stephanie Schall-Brazee, M.M.E., B.M.E., teaches elementary music for TCAPS. She has worked with el-ementary, high school, and college choirs and currently directs NMC’s Advanced Children’s Choir.

Kim Schrader, M.S.-forensic science, participated in undergraduate field research that analyzed the effects of environmental extremes on corpses and a burial ex-cavation. She thrives on sharing the fascinating world of forensics and aspires to work in the hands-on field of forensic anthropology.

Jack Segal, M.A.-international relations, served until June 2010 as one of NATO’s top advisors on Afghani-stan. Previously he worked in the White House as a director on the National Security Council and was a negotiator on the START agreement. As a State Depart-ment Foreign Service Officer, he served in Israel, Rus-sia, Greece, Botswana, and Washington.

Alison Seidelman, B.S.-education, is a certified elemen-tary teacher with a background in physical education and science. She’s currently a Title I assistant with TCAPS and manages the Extended Day after school program at Central Grade School.

Terri Senecal, A.A., has been a published author, com-poser, and songwriter for 25+ years. She has taught mu-sic business courses for Macomb Community College. She is founder of the Michigan Songwriters Association and Detroit Coordinator of Nashville Songwriter As-sociation.

Heather Shaw is a freelance editor and book designer. Recent local work includes Aaron Stander’s Medieval Murders, Cooks’ House by Eric Patterson and Jennifer Blakeslee, and In the Kitchen with Fustini’s.

Andrew Sias, B.S.-education, is a certified teacher. He has taught history, English, art, photography, and de-sign in since 1998 and currently teaches art at Kingsley Middle School.

Janene Silverman received her formal training from the Culinary Institute of America. She was owner and chef at Zza’s Trattoria in California before moving to Piemonte, Italy where she has savored its tradition of food and wine since 2000. She spends her summers in Traverse City.

Julia Slack has been teaching cake decorating at NMC since 2004. She enjoys baking, cooking and creating special cakes for all occasions.

Sarah Slade, M.S.-biological sciences, B.A.-sociology, teaches at Platte River Elementary. She has taught mountain biking and youth courses in ecology at Michigan Tech.

Maggie Sperry was one of the youngest people in the U.S. to achieve the level of Shodan, first-degree black belt in Judo. She is a youth judo instructor at NMC since 1989.

Charles St. Charles III is a nature and wildlife pho-tographer and writer. His photography is displayed in private and public settings throughout the U.S., Africa, and Australia. He makes presentations to photography classes, environmental groups, governors, and elemen-tary school students. He works from Alaska to Asia, Canada to Hawaii, but his home is here in Michigan.

Steve Stanton, B.S., works with IBM on the worldwide deployment of a major software tool for internal and IBM Business Partner users. He developed classroom training in the U.S., Canada, France, and England.

Janet Steinhoff, B.S.-education, with a major in elementary-level sciences, has over 20 years of experi-ence in K-8 classrooms. She has also been a Girl Scout leader, Odyssey of the Mind coach, and a 4H leader.

Gerry Swaney, B.S., has worked in engineering and education, including 8 years at NASA’s Manned Space-craft Center designing packaging of space foods for Apollo and other space missions.

Terry Tarnow, B.F.A.-weaving, is manager/buyer for Dennos Museum Store at NMC. She has taught Jacki Sorensen Aerobics since 1991.

Krista Taylor, B.B.A., is a certified elementary teacher with a major in science. She has taught preschool through 6th grade.

Preston Taylor, B.S., has been a law enforcement officer since 1996. He is a sergeant, field training supervisor, and defensive tactics instructor for the county and for NMC’s law enforcement program.

Melissa Tengdin, B.A.-elementary education, is a certi-fied elementary teacher. She has guest taught grades K-5 and has volunteered and instructed Junior Achieve-ment for 2nd graders. She currently teaches 5th grade at Fife Lake Elementary.

Brad Thomas is a certified canine trainer who has been training dogs since 1977. He owns K9 Works providing canines for search and rescue, detection, and police work; and teaches personal dog handling.

Trent Tomlinson, M.A.-telecommunications, is a TV producer with years of experience in network, regional, and corporate productions. As a teacher/trainer, he en-joys sharing his knowledge of production techniques with others.

Tracy Trautner, B.A.-early childhood, is the Program Manager and lead teacher for Elk Rapids’ “WEE” Are E.R. Preschool at Mill Creek Elementary in Williams-burg. She has been in the preschool and early child-hood field since 1997.

Adam Van Houten, B.F.A.-art education, has been teaching photography and other art classes for TCAPS since 2004. Photography is part of his art-making pro-cess, and he has been using Prezi in the classroom since 2009.

Hans VanSumeren, M.S.E.-naval architecture and ma-rine engineering, is Director of the Great Lakes Water Studies Institute at NMC. He held various positions over 17 years with U of M’s Marine Hydrodynamics Laboratories.

Paul Vittorelli studied Shotokan Karate in the 1980s and earned the rank of first-degree black belt. He was introduced to the Philippine martial arts in 1994 and now holds a first-degree black belt rank in Marharlika Kuntaw.

Todd Vipond is Interim Director of the Northwestern Michigan College Children’s Choir Treble Choir group.

Rosemary Rokita Waldo, B.S., lived and traveled in Ja-pan for three years where she taught English.

Rebecca Walters, B.A., K-12 certified, currently teaches American Foods, Global Foods, and Creative Living at West Middle School. She has been a part of TCAPS since 2008.

Garth Ward is a certified installer and dealer for South-west Wind Power and is the owner of Michigan Wind Power, LLC, in Traverse City.

Anna Wassa, M.A.-education, is a certified NIA White Belt instructor. She teaches at Glen Lake Commu-nity Schools where she has included NIA instruction for both student and parent groups.

Kirk Waterstripe, M.S.-ecology, is the Science Lab Manager at NMC and an adjunct instructor of Plant Biology. He has been an active organic gardener and compost maker since 1990.

Mykl Werth has been performing and teaching profes-sionally since 1983 focusing on partner dancing and modern dance as well as country, folk, clogging, Irish, show, and theatrical dancing.

Kent Wiejaczka, M.A., is a licensed builder and an award-winning artist specializing in realistic painting and drawing.

Nikki Wilkins, M.A.-elementary education, with a con-centration in math and science, has taught children in K-8 for 12 years, and currently teaches 2nd grade at Elk Rapids’ Mill Creek Elementary.

Janine Winkler, B.S.-elementary education, has been a certified teacher for over 18 years. She currently teach-es with GTACS.

Erik Zehender, M.B.A., is the Innkeeper at Fountain Point Resort and founder of the Leelanau Rowing Club.

Doug Zernow, B.G.S., is a sixth-degree black belt in Yoshokai Aikido. He is also head of his own advertising and marketing communications firm. He has taught at NMC since 1984.

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