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Northfield
Arts Guild CLASSES | FALL 2017
General Information
What’s Inside?
General Information & Policies.….…....2-3
Pre-K & Youth Classes…..…………...…..4-13
Classes for Home Schoolers…….…...…...14
Adult Classes...……………………………...15-21
Get Involved……….……………….……………..22
Meet Our Instructors………...………….23-25
Become a Member………….…………………26
Register for Classes…………..………...……..27
Registration Opens: Aug. 7, 2017
Fall Semester: Sept. 1-Dec. 31, 2017
Your Arts Guild Staff
Alyssa Herzog Melby -
Executive Director
Rachel Haider -
Performing Arts Manager
Heather Lawrenz -
Visual Arts Manager
Megan Proft -
Education & Volunteer Manager
Bridget Novak -
Resident Teaching Artist &
Education Coordinator
Kathy Bjerke -
Accountant
Epic Enterprises Inc -
Custodial Services
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Welcome to the Arts Guild!
Building heARTs through the Arts
At the Northfield Arts Guild, we believe that everyone is a creative being. We believe that each
person has a unique perspective. We believe that each person has a creative voice to share with
the world. We believe that the arts are essential to expanding our heARTs and connecting us to
one another. Our education program is based on these beliefs, and we are proud to showcase a
wide array of quality arts classes in many arts genres for students young and old.
Our new Education staff, Megan Proft (Education and Volunteer Manager) and Bridget Novak
(Resident Teaching Artist and Education Coordinator) are kicking things up a notch by making
sure our classes meet the creative needs of our community and that our programs not only
bring people to the Guild, but bring the Guild to the people. In addition to providing a wealth of
classes in our buildings, be on the lookout for programs out in the community, like our traveling
art cart "Inspiration Station," and in partnership with other community organizations, like the
Northfield Senior Center and the Greenvale Park Community School. Keep on the lookout for
the Guild out in the community!
Through our classes and all our creative experiences, we invite you to connect with your creative
voice, make a new friend, and share in the joyful fun and play of the arts. By pARTicipating in the
arts, you are building a better community and a better world—one creative moment at a time.
Alyssa Herzog Melby, Executive Director
Class Title Name of Participant Birth Date Grade in Fee
(if under age 18) Fall ‘17
OR Register Online: northfieldartsguild.org
Members must create account and sign in to receive discount!
Reminder: Members of the Arts Guild receive a 10% discount on classes!
Name (Parent/Guardian Name) ____________________________________________________________
Address __________________________________ City __________________ State ____ Zip ___________
Email ______________________________________________________ Phone _________________________
Add Membership see page 26 for membership details
$
The Northfield Arts Guild often takes pictures during classes to use in printed
marketing material and on our website. If you do not want pictures of you or your
child used, please call our office at (507) 645-8877.
Payment: Check (Enclosed) _______ Credit Card (Am Ex, Discover, Mastercard, Visa) _______
Credit Card #______________________________________ Expiration Date _________ (MM/YY)
Card Security Code: _______ (3-digit code on back of card)
Name as it appears on card ___________________________________________________________
Cardholder Signature _________________________________________________________________
Please mail this form with payment to: Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division Street S.,
Northfield, MN 55057
Total
Register for Classes 27
Become a Member 26
MEMBERSHIPS are the easiest way to help ensure that the arts continue to thrive in North-
field! Join us in hosting 130 annual events and 40 weekly arts classes. You help keep the arts
at the core of our community!
Name __________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________
City ______________________________ State _______ Zip ___________
Email ___________________________________________________________
Phone _________________________________________________________
Membership Level _____________________________________________
Level Annual Fee Sustaining (monthly) Fee
Student $25 (with college ID)
Individual $60 $5 per month
Household $95 $7.92 per month
Guild Plus $150+ $12.50+ per month
Membership Benefits
Student:
10% class discount
Individual:
10% class discount + 1 ticket voucher ($15 value)
Household:
10% class discount+ 2 ticket vouchers ($30 value)
Guild Plus:
10% class discount+ 2 ticket vouchers ($30 value) +
*NEW* one –time 10% off coupon in the Gift Shop!
All Members have exhibition opportunities, voting privileges
at the Annual Members’ Meeting, receive e-newsletters and
other update information, and support creativity in our vi-
brant community!
How to Join
Online: www.northfieldartsguild.org
Phone: (507) 645-8877
Mail: send this form and payment to 304 Division St.,
Northfield, MN 55057
Please select all the
Guild activities of
interest:
O Acoustic Music Series
O CVRO (Orchestra)
O Classes (Adult)
O Classes (Children)
O Gallery
O Literary Events
O Riverfront Fine Arts
Festival
O Shop
If you are an artist, what
is your medium?
O Dance O Literary Arts
O Music O Theater
O Visual O Other ______
* The Arts Guild is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and meets
business and corporate matching gifts program guidelines.
Classes at the Arts Guild: Students, young and old, novice and experienced, are invited to
explore their creative voices as they are guided by teachers who are working professionals and
certified art instructors. We offer weekly classes in dance, music, theater, literary and visual arts.
Classes lay the groundwork for aesthetic development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
Tuition: Arts Guild activities are among the lowest in town! Our rates are competitive and
reflect our focus on quality instruction. Most of our teachers are K-12 certified art educators
and/or professional artists. And remember, most families can claim children’s fine arts classes
as educational expenses on income taxes! Contact the office for receipts if needed.
Scholarships: Based on financial need, scholarships may be available for select classes
through the Community Action Center. Call (507) 664-3550.
Installment Options: You have the option to do your payments for a class in installments. Call
us at (507) 645-8877 for more information or to set up an installment plan.
Discounts: Arts Guild members receive a 10% discount on all classes (must create account and
sign in if paying online in order to receive the discount)! Member & non-member prices are
listed for each class. 50% sibling discounts are also available for Music Together® and Home
School classes. A 5% multiple class discount is available for a student registering for 3 or more
dance classes in a semester. Please call the office to register and receive the sibling or
multi-dance class discount.
Cancellation/Refund Policy:
Weather Cancellation Policy:
* Morning, afternoon, and evening classes will be canceled if the Northfield Public Schools
have been canceled due to bad weather. Please listen to KYMN Radio, AM 1080 for school
closing information at 8-8:30 a.m. Canceled classes will be rescheduled.
* Afternoon and evening classes will be canceled if the Northfield Public Schools have been let
out early due to bad weather.
* If Northfield Public Schools are starting late, NAG classes starting at 10 a.m. or later will run
as scheduled. If a class normally begins earlier than 10 a.m., it will be postponed to a start time
of 10 a.m. Afternoon and evening classes will run as scheduled.
* Up-to-date and last-minute weather cancellations will be posted to the Northfield Arts Guild
Facebook page and via email to class participants as instructors may need to cancel classes in
addition to the parameters established above.
For our full list of class policies and procedures, please visit: northfieldartsguild.org/education
Register Online: NorthfieldArtsGuild.org
or call (507) 645-8877 or stop by 304 Division Street S.
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Full refund minus
$25 administrative fee
50% refund minus
$25 administrative fee
No Refund Full refund
Cancelled 14 or more
days prior to the first
day of class
Cancelled 13 days or
less days prior to the
first day of class
Cancelled first day of
class or later
If class is cancelled
by the Guild
Policies
Classes For Pre-K | Music 4
Music Together®
Join us in singing, playing instruments and dancing with your child(ren) ages birth to
age 5 in a playful, non-performance-oriented atmosphere. These developmentally
appropriate classes guide children through the crucial early stages of music
development and feature arrangements of original and traditional songs in a wide
variety of tonalities, meters, and cultural styles. Tuition includes two professionally
recorded CDs, a beautifully illustrated songbook and a parent guide. Sibling
discounts are available. Ages birth to 5.
Fall Collection: Bongos
Monday Session: 6:45-7:30 p.m. Mondays in Art Studio - Sept. 11-Nov. 13
Wednesday Session: 10-10:45 a.m. Wednesdays in Dance Studio - Sept. 13-Nov. 15
Thursday Session: 10-10:45 a.m. Thursdays in Dance Studio - Sept. 14-Nov. 16
NAG member: $135 / non-member: $150
Instructor: Anna Lisa Rustad
50% sibling discount available. Call the office at (507) 645-8877 to receive
discount. 8 months or younger is free.
Arty Party Birthday Parties
Celebrate your birthday in style! We are
thrilled to once again offer our popular
Arty Party Birthday Parties. Arty Party
packages can be tailored to your needs.
Start by choosing your medium: clay,
visual arts or fiber art, and we’ll work
with you on a theme. From there, we
can handle as much or as little as you
like. We can handle just the art or cover
things all the way through food and
décor! Arty Parties for up to 10 kids
begin at $150. Read more about your
options at www.northfieldartsguild.org
or call us at (507) 645-8877. We look
forward to planning your perfect party
soon!
Meet Our Instructors 25
Mar Valdecantos is a native of Spain and Northfield resident since 1998. Mar is a writer,
an artist and a translator. Her artwork is on display around Northfield, and she continues
to create beautiful home and business portraits as well as portraits of Northfield
buildings. She has taught art and literacy classes for the Summer and Winter Plus
students at the Northfield Public Schools and Spanish at St Olaf and Carleton for over ten
years before becoming the translator for the Northfield School District.
Kelly Lynn Stanton-Nutt is better known as “Ms. Kelly” by her students. She has been
teaching Art at St. Dominic School for the past five years. A love of travel provides a world
of creative inspiration in the art studio with her students. She was a graphic designer for
several years before getting her MS in Art & Design Education from Pratt Institute.
Kate Stuart began teaching music at the age of 17, dance a few years later, and hasn’t
stopped since. After earning a B.Mus. and M.A., she pursued further graduate studies in
music and dance while choreographing ten years of Madrigal Dinners at two universities,
dancing at the Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival, and teaching at St. Olaf College. Recently
she has been teaching at the Northfield Arts Guild and Northfield Senior Center, sharing
folkdance at the annual SCSC Young Artist Conference, and offering music and dance
classes for fellow homeschool families.
Susan Shirk specializes in promoting sword dance for both showcase and competition.
She competed in sword dance at the first Mulimpia World Martial Arts Open Competition
in Pyeong Chang South Korea in 2013, and in 2016 she was invited to perform a solo
sword dance at the Panam Mulimpia in Las Vegas. She has performed demonstrations and
sword dances around the Midwest, including at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival,
Anime Detour, CONvergence, Wizards Comicon, Anime Midwest and Anime Zing. Susan
embraced the friendships, personal growth, and confidence she developed through her
studies and now loves to share this incredible community and engaging art with others.
Jan Shoger is a native Northfielder who taught printmaking and drawing at St. Olaf
College for 20 years. Recently, she has been a co-op member at Highpoint Center for
Printmaking in Minneapolis.
Rebecca Tolle has been teaching painting classes for many years. She enjoys introducing
different techniques and exploration of the individual artist’s style to build on painting
skills, composition and color. She believes discussion in class is paramount to growth.
Elizabeth Shepley is the Artistic Director of the Northfield Youth Choirs. She has a
master’s degree from the University of St. Thomas with an emphasis in Kodály, a B.A. in
Music Education from Concordia College in Moorhead, and holds Orff-Schulwerk and
Kodály certifications. She has taught music education in public and private schools, has
chaired inner city music programs in Minneapolis and St. Paul, and has led conferences
and festival choirs nationwide. Liz has served as Music Director for several Guild musicals.
Meet Our Instructors 24
Shari Setchell is both a registered yoga teacher and certified Global Somatics
Practitioner; she applies somatic and yogic principles training in her ballet instruction. A
seven-time choreographer for Northfield High School’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Revival she also
choreographs the fall musicals there. Furthermore, Shari teaches dance at Arcadia Charter
School, and choreographs musicals with the NAG and at the Paradise Center for the Arts.
In all her work, Shari focuses on empowering her dancers with tools to be unique.
Kathleen Pender grew up in Northfield, MN and received her B.A. in Dance from St. Olaf
College. Kathleen teaches creative dance, ballet, tap, and modern classes at the NAG and
assists classes with Young Dance in Minneapolis. She is also Company Manager with
performance company Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater and performs for Minneapolis-
based choreographer Taja Will. She’s passionate about dance education.
Jennifer Sanders lives in Northfield with her husband, Noah, with whom she graduated
from St. Olaf College in 2013 with degrees in English and Studio Art. Her artwork has
been shown at the Hideaway Coffeehouse as well as at Life21 Church. Her favorite art
mediums are watercolor, oil, and digital design. She enjoys writing poetry, interior
design, and sewing adorable things for her newborn baby!
Grace and James Muth are sophomore twins at Northfield High School. They have
been dancing since they were young, including four years of Hip Hop. Their goal is to
introduce their students to the art and culture of Hip Hop through dance. They hope to
allow their students to have fun while exploring Hip Hop and expressing themselves.
Harmony Neal was the 2011-2013 Fiction Fellow at Emory University. Her essays and
stories have been published in Shadows & Tall Trees, The Fantasist, Interzone, Black
Static, Eleven Eleven, Gulf Coast, Nashville Review, The Gettysburg Review, and Paper
Darts, among others. She’s taught a variety of college and community writing
workshops and consistently has been ranked excellent by her students.
Rachel O’Connor grew up loving to dance. She learned ballet, modern and jazz dance at
the Laura Balfour Dance Company and with Southwest High School’s Dance Company in
Minneapolis. She continued her dance education at Marquette University. She has six
years of experience teaching children through the Southwest Community Ed Program
and is excited to share her passion for dance by teaching creative dance for the NAG.
Anna Lisa Rustad majored in music at St. Olaf College and received her Masters in
Teaching from St. Thomas University. Anna Lisa is a registered Music Together®
instructor. She also teaches piano and plays fiddle with Scandium, a contemporary
Scandinavian folk band.
Rebecca Lorang is new resident of Northfield and is excited to share her love of
movement and dance with students at the NAG. She attended Beloit where she per-
formed in, choreographed for, and directed multiple department and student produced
concerts. Her training and teaching includes a wide variety of dance styles including
ballet, jazz, tap, modern, hip hop, lyrical, creative movement and contemporary.
Classes For Youth | Visual Arts & Ceramics 5
Picassos Club
Make your own art inspired by the great Spanish and Latin American masters like
Picasso, Velázquez, Dalí, Gaudí, Miró, Rivera, Botero and others. Individual creativity is
highly encouraged in this class, where you'll use a wide variety of techniques and
supplies. Guest artist and printmaker Jan Shoger will make an appearance this fall to
teach the class about how to make a print and how the printing press works! Ages 9
to 13.
12:30-1:30 p.m. Saturdays in Art Studio
Session 1: Sept. 16-Oct. 28 (no class Oct. 21)
Session 2: Nov. 4-Dec. 16 (no class Nov. 25)
NAG member: $90 / non-member: $99
Instructor: Mar Valdecantos
This class is offered through Northfield Public Schools Community Services.
Please visit www.northfieldschools.org/communityservices to register.
Ornament-Making: Handmade Gifts for the
Holidays
NEW CLASS! Create gifts for your loved
ones that really count - handmade
ornaments! Designed to accommodate
all ages, you'll make one-of-a-kind
ornaments for the holidays in this class.
Keep them for yourself or give them as
unique and thoughtful gifts. You'll walk
away with a handful of beautiful and
creative pieces. This class is great for
individuals, siblings or for parents to
take with their child. All ages.
6:15-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in Clay Studio
Nov. 21 & 28
NAG member: $38.25 / non-member:
$42.50
Instructor: Melissa Henning
6 Classes for Youth | Ceramics
Kids Clay Studio
StART the new year off right with messy hands
and tons of imagination! You will be guided to
create whatever you can dream up using slab
and coil hand-building techniques. Whether it's
making a present for a parent or a decoration
for your room, you will be free to explore your
creativity. Sign up for one or both sessions to
continue the fun! Ages 5 to 10.
6-7:15 p.m. Thursdays in Clay Studio
Session 1: Sept. 7-Oct. 26 (no class Sept. 21 &
Oct. 19)
Session 2: Nov. 2-Dec. 14 (no class Nov. 23)
NAG member: $122 / non-member: $136
Instructor: Melissa Henning
This class is offered through Northfield
Public Schools Community Services. Please
visit www.northfieldschools.org/
communityservices to register.
Clay for Middle School
Get to know the ins and outs of the ceramic world! You will be introduced to the
fundamentals of creating pottery through a blend of guided projects and individual
work time. Instruction on basic wheel throwing techniques, the pulling of handles,
decorating and glazing will be provided. By the end of the course you will understand
the processes involved in turning a simple lump of clay into a piece of unique,
functional art! Ages 11 to 14.
4:45-6 p.m. Thursdays in Clay Studio
Session 1: Sept. 7-Oct. 26, 2017 (no class Sept. 21 & Oct. 19)
Session 2: Nov. 2-Dec. 14, 2017 (no class Nov. 23)
NAG member: $122 / non-member: $136
Instructor: Melissa Henning
This class is offered through Northfield Public Schools Community Services.
Please visit www.northfieldschools.org/communityservices to register.
The Studio
The Studio, supported by
YouthBank, is a FREE drop-in
open studio for middle and
high school youth 6-8 p.m.
on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of
the month. Dates are on our
website.. Supplies provided!
23 Meet Our Instructors
Rafael Estrella is a graduate of Carleton College, a certified art educator, and currently
teaching for the Northfield School District. When he is not teaching art, he is drawing,
creating ceramics, coaching, playing soccer, or reading.
Briana Blakey is a senior at St. Olaf College where she is working towards a B.A. in Dance
and Biology. She loves exposing herself to a wide variety of dance styles but has special
place in her heart for modern dance. She is passionate about creating a space to
celebrate movement in community with others.
Susan Hayes is a retired media specialist/art teacher living in rural Montgomery. She
learned batik in college and has been working with it ever since. Her technique is always
evolving and she enjoys the challenge of interpreting a subject using wax and dye .
Melissa Henning began to fall in love with clay in the fall of 2013 by taking Intro to
Ceramics and Intermediate Ceramics with Ron Gallas at St. Olaf. Melissa has assistant
taught clay camps at Northern Clay Center, and is currently serving as a teacher’s
assistant and studio worker in the St. Olaf ceramic studio. Melissa also teaches clay
classes to children and adults at the Paradise Center for the Arts in Faribault.
Rachel Haider is an accomplished theater director, educator, performer, choreographer,
coach and arts administrator. Her extensive resume includes work with professional,
community and educational theaters. Additionally, she runs and directs our Purple Door
Youth Theater Program. Rachel brings a broad range of arts expertise to her students and
productions, creating quality, memorable and fun theatrical experiences.
Jana Hirsch has over 20 years of experience teaching jazz, ballet, musical theater, hip-
hop, and tumbling. In addition to various gigs as an actor, musician, and radio DJ, she is
an accomplished dance teacher and choreographer, and has been involved in many
Northfield Arts Guild shows. Jana is co-owner of Pinnacle Performing Arts Center.
Riki Kölbl Nelson holds a B.A. degree in art (St. Olaf College) and an MFA degree (UMN,
Minneapolis). Nelson has worked as an artist, giving private lessons, workshops and
classes for decades. She has exhibited her art work in personal and group shows, here and
abroad. “Making art and teaching art are vitally important to me. I think of myself as
facilitator, helping new and experienced students to achieve their creative goals.”
Tania Larson Legvold has been involved with the Northfield Arts Guild nearly her entire
life and is often seen onstage. Tania also performs regularly with Merlin Players and
directs shows for Cannon Falls High School. Tania is the costumer and front of house
specialist for Purple Door Youth Theater. She is also a gifted professional photographer.
Joe Jorgensen studied theater at Waldolf College while pursing a degree in education.
He is a theater director, designer and builder and serves as the tech director for Purple
Door Youth Theater. Whenever he has the opportunity, Joe also enjoys acting and singing.
He teachers and builds sets at the Northfield High School.
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Want to teach a class or a workshop?
We’re always looking for talented and passionate artists and teachers of all arts disciplines: visual
arts, theater, dance, literary arts and everything arts-related in between! While class proposals are
accepted year-round, deadlines for submitting a proposal for an upcoming term is approximately
three months prior to the beginning of that term. Deadline dates will be posted on our website.
Classes range for multiple weeks to stand-alone workshops. Email Education and Volunteer
Manager Megan Proft at [email protected] to find your place at the Guild!
Join us as a volunteer! We love our volunteers! They drive our programs. From our volunteer-led
Gallery, Theater, and CVRO committees to one-time special events to helping to fix a broken faucet,
we need people of all skill levels and interests here at the Guild! Email Education and Volunteer
Manager Megan Proft at [email protected] to find out more about upcoming
volunteer opportunities.
Visual and literary artists—want to exhibit your work? We have opportunities for you in our
gallery spaces, gift shop, or at the Riverfront Fine Arts Festival. Email Visual Arts Manager Heather
Lawrenz at [email protected] or visit northfieldartsguild.org/visual-arts or for more
information and for open call details.
Get involved in our performing arts! The Northfield Arts Guild Theater and the Cannon Valley
Regional Orchestra invite performing artists of all levels and ages to participate! Auditions for
theater productions take place around two months prior to the opening of each show. Email
Performing Arts Manager Rachel Haider at [email protected] or visit
northfieldartsguild.org/theater for more information. To audition for CVRO, contact Director Paul
Niemisto at [email protected].
Northfield Arts Guild
304 Division St. South
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-8877
Northfield Arts Guild Theater
411 West 3rd St.
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-8877
Class Locations:
Get Involved!
The Northfield Arts Guild welcomes all of our community to participate in
our arts programming! If you need accommodations, the Guild will strive to
meet all requests. To request accommodations or if you have questions
about our access accommodations, please call (507) 645-8877.
Northfield Senior Center
1651 Jefferson Parkway
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 664-3700
Parkview Center at the Northfield Retirement Community
910 Cannon Valley Drive West
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-9090
Classes For Youth | Theater 7
Purple Door Youth Theater
PDYT is educational, hands-on, challenging, creative,
inspiring and really fun theater. We will develop a full scale
production of the Tony Award winning musical Les
Misérables (school edition) and learn about every aspect of
producing the show along the way! Students may choose
the acting or technical theater track; however, each group
will learn about both onstage and backstage tasks. All
students must schedule an audition/interview slot for
Nov. 26 or 27. Audition material will be provided by Oct. 16. To schedule a time slot
to audition, email [email protected]. Only students who are
accepted into the program may register.
Rehearsals will be held 4-6:30 p.m. beginning in January 2018. Rehearsals will
generally be four times per week with some Saturday mornings for tech crew.
Performances are scheduled for March 9-11 and 15-18, 2018. More information at:
northfieldartsguild.org/education/youth-theater/purple-door-youth-theater.
Grades 5 to 12.
NAG member: $225 / non-member: $250
Instructors: Rachel Haider, Liz Shepley, Jana Hirsch, Joe Jorgenson & Tania Larson
Legvold
Thank You to Our PDYT Sponsors!
Kevin Ely and Jerry Fox
Schieck Orthodontics
Scholarships are available! Call the office at (507) 645-8877 for more info.
Classes For Youth | Dance 8
Northfield Arts Guild dance classes are taught with a focus on sequential development of skills,
establishing the groundwork for aesthetic development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
Creative Dance 1
Creative Dance 1 focuses on the joyful
expression of movement. This class
nourishes the development of the
whole child. You’ll build technique
through ballet and modern exercises.
They learn how to craft space, time, and
energy into choreography and build self
-esteem through performance. Grow in
cognitive, social, and emotional
intelligence with improvisation, creative
problem-solving, and collaboration with
others. Ages 3 to 5.
5-5:45 p.m. Tuesdays in Art Studio
Sept. 12-Dec. 12
NAG member: $113.40 / non-member:
$126
Instructor: Rachel O’Connor
Creative Dance 2
Build on the body awareness and
relational skills introduced in Creative
Dance 1! You’ll develop strength and
healthy alignment through ballet and
modern technique. Use this physical
foundation to develop an artistic voice
through choreography, improvisation,
and performance. This class takes a
holistic approach to dance, allowing
you to use movement as a medium for
connection and expression. Ages 5 to 7.
5:45-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays in Art Studio
Sept. 12-Dec. 12
NAG member: $113.40 / non-member:
$126
Instructor: Rachel O’Connor
Registering a student for 3+ dance classes this semester? Call the Guild to
receive an additional 5% multiple class discount!
Welcome to Our New Dance Instructors! We’re thrilled to welcome two new dance instructors this fall! Northfielder Rachel
O’Connor and St. Olaf student Briana Blakey will be bringing their knowledge and
talent to our dance staff. We believe learning from a variety of teachers can benefit
students and help them grow. Please help us welcome these great new instructors!
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Dance Sampler Series
Join the Northfield Arts Guild and Northfield Senior Center for a fun new dance
sampler series running this fall and next winter/spring! The sampler series kicks off
with Folk Dancing and Square Dancing. Be sure to check out our next brochure for
the continuation of the series.
Country Line Dance Sampler
You’ll learn the basics of this wonderful group dance by following along to simple
and repetitive steps. It is a great class to take with friends! Registration is through
the Northfield Arts Guild.
6-7 p.m. Thursdays in Dance Studio
Sept. 7-28
NAG or NSC member: $43.20 / non-member: $48
Instructor: Kate Stuart
Square Dance Sampler
Swing your partner round and round in this fun workshop. You’ll learn to dance in a
group setting with a variety of folks as you follow calls and have a blast. Registration
is through the Northfield Senior Center.
6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Northfield Senior Center
Oct. 5-26
NSC platinum equivalent member: free / NAG or NSC member: $56 / non-member:
$72
Instructor: Wayne & Betty Kubicek
This series is offered in collaboration with the Northfield Senior Center.
Wayne & Betty Kubicek travel as a
team. Wayne will perform music
from most generations, however,
50s and 60s country and light rock
are the songs he grew up singing.
He and Betty are compatible with
all age levels. They entertain at 30-
40 club events annually across the
upper Midwest.
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Classes For Adults | Dance
Teen/Adult Ballet
Teen/Adult Ballet, an advanced beginning
class, will help you further your skills and
understanding of ballet technique. You
will focus on strength, alignment and
stamina while building kinesthetic
awareness through embodiment work.
Ages. 13+.
5:30-6:45 p.m. Mondays in Dance Studio
Sept. 11-Dec. 11
Full course (14 classes)
NAG member: $189 / non-member: $210
8-use punch card
NAG member: $108 / non-member $120
4-use punch card
NAG member: $63 / non-member $70
Instructor: Shari Setchell
Teen/Adult Korean Sword Dance
Beautiful and powerful, Korean style sword dancing is a creative alternative to
traditional dance, exercise, or martial arts classes. You’ll develop strength, grace,
and confidence. Instructor Susan Shirk has performed sword dances in Korea, Las
Vegas, around the Twin Cities, and here at the NAG. There is a $20 fee for the
practice sword payable to the instructor at the first class. Wear clothes that are
comfortable to move in. Ages 12+.
5-6 p.m. Thursdays in Dance Studio
Oct. 26-Nov. 16
NAG member: $43.20 / non-member: $48
Instructor: Susan Shirk
Northfield Arts Guild dance classes are taught with a focus on sequential development of skills,
establishing the groundwork for aesthetic development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
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Classes For Youth | Dance
We’re proud that the Northfield Arts Guild dance classes have no annual fee or expensive costume
costs! We’re also the lowest cost dance program in town.
Ballet 1
The distinct movement vocabulary of
classical ballet develops a strong body
that expresses both beauty and grace.
Focus on healthy anatomical placement
and creating an artistic voice. Ages 7 to 9.
4:15-5:15 p.m. Fridays in Dance Studio
Sept. 15-Dec. 15 (no class Oct. 20 &
Nov. 24)
NAG member: $129.60 / non-member:
$144
Instructor: Briana Blakey
Ballet 3
In this class you’ll build a higher level of achievement and strength. You’ll be expected
to articulate basic ballet technique and to perform longer ballet combinations while
also individually interpreting the movement material. Ages 11 to 13.
4:15-5:30 p.m. Mondays in Dance Studio
Sept. 11-Dec. 11
NAG member: $189 / non-member: $210
Instructor: Shari Setchell
Registering a student for 3+ dance classes this semester? Call the Guild to
receive an additional 5% multiple class discount!
Ballet 2
Continue your growth in the beautiful
dance form of classical ballet as you
explore more in-depth techniques. Your
voice and expression as a dancer will
build as you move through our ballet
program. Ages 9 to 11.
5:15-6:30 p.m. Fridays in Dance Studio
Sept. 15-Dec. 15 (no class Oct. 20 &
Nov. 24)
NAG member: $162 / non-member: $180
Instructor: Briana Blakey
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Northfield Arts Guild dance classes are taught with a focus on sequential development of skills,
establishing the groundwork for aesthetic development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
Registering a student for 3+ dance classes this semester? Call the Guild to
receive an additional 5% multiple class discount!
Ballet 5/Pointe
Pointe class is an intensive session in
which stamina, strength and speed will
be developed in the advanced dancer.
Class will overlap with Ballet 4/Pre-
Pointe. Ages 14+.
6:45-8:15 p.m. Mondays in Dance Studio
Sept. 11-Dec. 11
NAG member: $226.80 / non-member:
$252
Instructor: Shari Setchell
Ballet 4/Pre-Pointe
Pointe work begins after a student has
acquired proper placement and strength
on demi-pointe. Build your strength as
you move into full Pointe class. Class will
overlap with Ballet 5/Pointe. Ages 13+.
5:30-7 p.m. Mondays in Dance Studio
Sept. 11-Dec. 11
NAG member: $226.80 / non-member:
$252
Instructor: Shari Setchell
Dance Theater Company
Now in its 9th season, the Dance Theater Company includes technique classes and
choreography. Dancers create pieces in ballet, jazz and modern to be performed
during Winter Walk (6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 7). Dancers need to be currently
enrolled in a dance technique class at the Guild, have at least 2 years of dance
experience and instructor permission. Ages 10+.
6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays in Dance Studio
Oct. 5-Nov. 30 (no class Oct. 19 & Nov. 23)
NAG member: $151.20 / non-member: $168
Instructors: Kathleen Pender & Shari Setchell
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Wheel Throwing for Adults
The focus of this class is to introduce and practice the basics of wheel-throwing
including but not limited to throwing cylinders, bowls, plates, trimming, and adding
handles. Plus you’ll learn about glazes and glazing techniques to decorate your clay
piece and have a spectacular finished piece of artwork.
9-11 a.m. Saturdays in Clay Studio
Session 1: Sept. 2-30
Session 2: Oct. 7-Nov. 4
Session 3: Nov. 11-Dec. 16 (no class Nov. 25)
NAG member: $153 / non-member: $170
Instructor: Rafa Estrella
Clay Open Studio
This open studio is for experienced ceramic artists to come in and work. There is no
instructor present. Punch cards include one bisque and one glaze firing, and use of
the glazes. Open Studio PLUS will be back in the fall! Look online for details.
6-8:30 p.m. Mondays & Wednesdays in Clay Studio
Ongoing beginning Sept. 11
4-use punch card
NAG member: $67.50 / non-member: $75
8-use punch card
NAG member: $112.50 / non-member: $125
*25# bag of clay sold separately for $15/bag
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A Room of Her Own
NEW CLASS! Want to learn more about the suppressed history of women’s writing?
Work on your own literature in a constructive, encouraging atmosphere where you
will discover you are not alone and, in fact and have a rich history to draw from!
Poetry, fiction, nonfiction, scripts, diary entries, lists, letters, oral histories: they all
count. Bring completed works, works-in-progress, ideas, and curiosity. Each meeting
will build on the previous ones with in-class exercises and discussions and light,
optional writing and reading homework. A list of suggested texts for future study
and enjoyment will be provided. This is primarily a space for female-identifying, non
-binary, and AFAB persons, though anyone who wants to support the purpose of
the class is welcome. All levels of experience are welcome. Ages 15+.
3-6 p.m. Sundays in Art Studio
Sept. 17-Oct. 1
NAG member: $86.40 / non-member: $96
Instructor: Harmony Neal
Give the Gift of Your Story for the Holidays
NEW CLASS! Our stories, experiences, and observations are some of the most
valuable and treasured gifts we have to share with the people we care about. This
class will provide the tools necessary to write a short, compelling story about your
life to share as a gift for the holidays. Several easy-to-follow options will be shared
to allow you to write your story in a way that feels natural and exciting. Instructor
assistance and feedback will be provided during the class. Open to everyone.
10 a.m.-noon Saturday in Dance Studio
Dec. 2
NAG member: $ 21.60 / non-member: $24
Instructor: Harmony Neal
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Advanced Modern
Advanced Modern continues to explore the
elements of modern dance with greater
specificity. You will refine your balance, spinal
articulation and alignment through classical
modern technique. You will approach dance
through the sensory and intuitive movement of
post-modern technique. Become a dynamic
artist, with the ability to learn movement
material in a variety of forms and to synthesize
this material into expressive choreography!
Ages 12+ with 3 years dance experience.
7:45-9 p.m. Tuesdays in Dance Studio
Sept. 12-Dec. 12
NAG member: $189 / non-member: $210
Instructor: Briana Blakey
Modern
Modern Dance takes you on a soulful and rigorous exploration of movement.
You’ll develop balance, coordination, strength, and healthy alignment, then apply
these physical skills by learning combinations and creating movement patterns.
Learn to express ideas through movement and become an articulate communicator.
This class integrates the mind, body, and spirit through the study of dance
technique and performance. Ages 8+.
6:45-7:45 p.m. Tuesdays in Dance Studio
Sept. 12-Dec. 12
NAG member: $151.20 / non-member: $168
Instructor: Briana Blakey
Registering a student for 3+ dance classes this semester? Call the Guild to
receive an additional 5% multiple class discount!
We’re proud that the Northfield Arts Guild dance classes have no annual fee or expensive costume
costs! We’re also the lowest cost dance program in town.
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Northfield Arts Guild dance classes are taught with a focus on sequential development of skills,
establishing the groundwork for aesthetic development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
Tap 1/2
In this class we cultivate the natural and
rhythmic abilities of the individual
through a variety of music, vocabulary,
fun rhythmic structures, and material.
All levels welcome. Previous tap
experience encouraged, not required.
Ages 7+.
5-5:45 p.m. Tuesdays in Dance Studio
Sept. 12-Dec. 12
NAG member: $113.40 / non-member:
$126
Instructor: Rebecca Lorang
Tap 3
Further develop the skills you’ve already
acquired in this class that builds upon
Tap 1/2. You will learn new techniques
while continuing to grow in your love of
dance and movement. Previous tap
experience required. Ages 7+.
5:45-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays in Dance Studio
Sept. 12-Dec. 12
NAG member: $151.20 / non-member:
$168
Instructor: Rebecca Lorang
Registering a student for 3+ dance classes this semester? Call the Guild to
receive an additional 5% multiple class discount!
Hip Hop Basics
Come learn the basics of the hip hop style of dance. You’ll learn the fundamentals of
hip hop and how to use them to create your own hip hop voice. Both boys and girls
who like to jam to pop music are encouraged to give this class a try! Ages 7 to 9.
4-5 p.m. Fridays in Art Studio
Sept. 15-Dec. 15 (no class Oct. 20 & Nov. 24)
NAG member: $59.40/ non-member: $66
Instructors: James and Grace Muth
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Printmaking Open Studio
NEW CLASS! Come alongside
printmaker Jan Shoger in an open
studio setting where you can learn all
about the process of printmaking and
grow in your skills. You’ll have time to
work independently while having the
expertise of a supervised studio time
with students of all abilities. Depending
on interest, this class may be extended.
At least some printmaking experience is
recommended.
6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays in Art Studio
Sept. 7 & 14
NAG member: $13.50 / non-member:
$15
Instructor: Jan Shoger
Science Fiction to Illuminate the World We Live in NOW
NEW CLASS! Science fiction has a rich, varied history. Much of it is written not to
predict the future, but rather, to shine a light on and explore issues happening right
here, right now. This workshop focuses on how to take issues that concern you and
translate them into a science fiction universe for greater freedom and effect. We’ll
touch on how some of our greats in the field did/do exactly that while helping
participants find their own paths to explore. Each meeting will build on the previous
ones with in-class exercises and discussions and light, optional writing and reading
homework. A list of suggested texts for future study and enjoyment will be
provided. Open to all levels. Bring ideas/sketches/drafts and curiosity! Ages 15+.
3-6 p.m. Sundays in Art Studio
Oct. 8-29 (no class Oct. 22)
NAG member: $105 / non-member: $117
Instructor: Harmony Neal
This class is offered through Northfield Public Schools Community Services.
Please visit www.northfieldschools.org/communityservices to register.
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Painting at Parkview
Part open studio, part instruction, part experimentation, this class will meet your
individual needs based on your creative goals. Riki Kölbl Nelson, an artist and arts
educator, has taught students aged 9 to 90. She provides exercises designed to
stretch the skills and creativity of the participants. You’ll be part of a facilitated
group, gaining feedback and encouragement to take your art making to the next
level for both beginning and advanced students. You can choose your preferred
medium to work in - watercolors, acrylic, oils, pastels or color pencils - and purchase
your own materials for the class. This class can also be helpful for those who wish to
add art work to their memoirs. Some materials for the students will be on hand at
the first session. This class is held at the Northfield Retirement Community’s
Parkview Center, 910 Cannon Valley Dr W.
9:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays at Northfield Retirement Community
Session one: Sept. 18-Oct. 2 (shorter session!)
Session two: Oct. 9-30
Session three: Nov. 6-27
NAG member: $59.40 / non-member: $66 (for session one only)
NAG member: $79.20 / non-member: $88
Instructor: Riki Kölbl Nelson
Beginning Watercolor
Join in on the adventure of mastering
watercolor- whether it’s your first time
or you’ve dabbled in watercolor before,
this class will offer you more “tools” in
your pocket to help you make great
work. You’ll focus on elements of
design as well as unique features of the
watercolor medium. Ages 15+.
7-9 p.m. Tuesdays in Art Studio
Nov. 7-28
NAG member: $131.40 / non-member:
$146
Instructor: Jennifer Sanders
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Folklorico Club—Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced
Come join the club—the Folklorico Club! In an effort to be as affordable as possible
to all families in our community, this class has a simple monthly club fee. Regardless
of the number of times you meet in a session, the rate remains the same easy-to-
remember price: just $25! Practice skirts for girls, and shoes for boys and girls will be
provided. Students should wear comfortable clothes that allow room for movement.
Taught in Spanish and English. Levels overlap by 30 minutes to encourage learning
together, growth as a dancer and positive interaction between all the dancers in
Folklorico Club.
Session 1: Sept. 16-Oct. 7, 2017
Session 2: Oct. 14-Nov. 11, 2017 (no class Oct. 21)
Session 3: Nov. 18-Dec. 16, 2017 (no class Nov. 25)
$25/session
Instructor: Folklorico Team
Beginning Level—Ages 4 to 7
Get to know the basics of traditional Mexican dance beginning with elegant dances
from Veracruz and thrilling dances from Sinaloa.
10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays in Art Studio
Intermediate Level—Ages 7+
Discover traditional Mexican dance with exciting dances from Sinaloa and lively
dances from Nuevo Leon.
10-11 a.m. Saturdays in Art Studio
Advanced Level—Ages 9+
Explore traditional dances from throughout Mexico and develop dancer technique
and choreographic sense. The Advanced Level requires 4 years of experience.
9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays in Art Studio
14 Classes For Home Schoolers
Hands-On History Home School Classes
Take a tour around the world through the arts! Northfield Arts Guild home school
classes inspire students to tie together various strands of their learning, from history
to science to literature and folklore, through experiential art, music, and
dance-focused lessons. Learn more about specific themes for each month online at
northfieldartsguild.org/education/classes/homeschool. 50% sibling discounts are
available by calling the Guild at (507) 645-8877. Ages 6 to 12.
9:30-11 a.m. Wednesdays in Art Studio
Visual Arts
Sept. Session - Greek Tondi and the 7 Wonders of the World: Sept. 6 & 20
Oct. Session - Elegant Elephants and Paper Making Madness: Oct. 4 & 18
Nov. Session - Pretty Pasta and Personalized Portraits: Nov. 1 & 15
Dec. Session - Aztecs, Incas and Mayan Ancient Art from the Americas: Dec. 6 & 20
NAG member: $31.50 / non-member: $35
Instructor: Kelly Lynn Stanton-Nutt
Music & Dance
Sept. Session: Sept. 13 & 27
Oct. Session: Oct. 11 & 25
Nov./Dec. Session: Nov. 8 & Dec. 13
NAG member: $31.50 / non-member: $35
Instructor: Kate Stuart
50% sibling discounts are available by calling
the Guild at 507-645-8877.
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Beginning Batik
Create several colorful, unique pieces of art with brilliant dyes! Learn the ancient art
of “batik”, a method of decorating fabric using a wax-resist process: when dye is
applied, the wax resists the color. In this introductory class, we will be using a
modified version of batik where the dye is painted on; it's less messy and more
controlled. Ages 15+.
6-8 p.m. Thursdays in Art Studio
Sept. 21-Oct. 5
NAG member: $81 / non-member: $90
Instructor: Susan Hayes
Oil Painting I
Explore your individuality as an oil painter! Skills are built through color, technique
and composition. Class discussions will help you analyze your work and grow as an
artist. You’ll learn some favorite different techniques such as “dripping” the oil paint.
Spontaneous and textured beginnings will give you varied avenues of creativity -
and painting does not always mean painting with a brush! Ages 14+.
6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays in Art Studio
Oct. 26-Nov. 16
NAG member: $104.40 / non-member: $116
Instructor: Rebecca Tolle