NMC Extended Education Summer 2022 Class Catalog by Northwestern Michigan College

ADULT + KIDS

SUMMER 2022

seeking summer

FUN?

Ages 3+

LaUren, 11

100+ classes STEM + art

College for Kids student

ADULT CLASSES Culinary

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LetTer fRom tHe DirecTor

Dear Learners,

Welcome to your summer catalog of creative, experiential, and meaningful learning opportunities right here in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. College for Kids is back for ages 3+ with over 100 classes, including full day options. From Lights, Camera, LEGO® (Grades K-2) to Kids Choir Camp (Grades 1-4) to America’s Boating Course (Grades 7-12) and everything in between - we’ve got your summer learning experiences covered. Lifelong Learners, you’ll fnd a wide variety of classes as well - from Ceramics in NMC’s beautiful Fine Arts Studio, Rowing with the Lake Leelanau Rowing Club, and Intro to Hang Gliding and Paragliding (what?!) to Landscaping a Pocket Meadow and DIY Construction: New Building and Remodeling for the Do-It-Yourselfer - and everything in between! The time lies before us to do the things we truly want to do. What will you choose? •

100+ in-person College for Kids classes (pg. 6-25)

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GRASP, a screen-free summer academic program (pg. 13)

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24 Northern Naturalist classes (pg. 35-38)

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See our instructor spotlights (pg. 9 & 39)

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NEW culinary classes (pg. 28-29)

Thank you for choosing Extended Education and a world of possibility.

Laura Matchett

ON ThE COVER Lauren, 11, loved her College for Kids STEM classes - Aeronautics: Up, Up, Up in the Air! and Simple Machines: Imagineering Your World - last summer and is looking forward to returning for more fun in 2022. Lauren took advantage of the Lunch Break program and stayed on campus with our camp staff in between her classes. 2

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GRASP reading

math & summer

Grades 3-8 Grades 6-12

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16 Charter Fishing Experience

8–14 AM

June 20–24

July 5–28

24 Lake Leelanau Rowing Club Summer Camps

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June 19

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QuIcK ViEw 12–18 PM

12–18 PM

July 6–27

6 Celebrate The Birthday Of Eric Carle 4– 6 AM

7 Michigan Art

4– 6 PM

7 What’s Cookin’?

4– 6 AM

9 Kids In The Kitchen

6– 9 PM

9 Lil’ Chemists

6– 9 AM

6 Science Of The Seasons

3– 5 PM

11 Kid’s Choir Camp

6–10 AM

6 Underwater Adventures

3– 5 AM

12 Clay Works For Kids

8–11 PM

15 Art Camp

8–12 FD

12 Battle Royale: Your First Fortnite-Style Video Game

8–11 AM

17 Fizzics In A Can

9–12 PM

13 Pet Lovers

8–11 PM

18 The Princess And The Pizza Theatre Show

15 Next Level LEGO® Experts

8–12 FD

9–12 AM

16 Book Binding

9–12 PM

19 Hip-Hop Dance

10–14 PM

17 Choreography Lab

9–12 PM

22 Wheel And Hand-Built Pottery

11–18 AM

17 Kids With Cameras

9–12 PM

23 Photography Workshop

12–16 AM

18 Say It In Japanese

9–14 AM

24 America’s Boating Course

12–18 AM

22 Battle Royale: Your First Fortnite-Style Video Game

11–15 PM

June 27–July 1

24 Lake Leelanau Rowing Club Summer Camps

July 11–15

July 18–22

7 Treasure Hunters: A Pirate Adventure 4– 6 PM

8 Acting Up

6– 9 PM

6 Discover Dinosaurs

4– 6 AM

10 Superhero Theatre

6– 9 AM

6 Let’s Get Creative AND Messy

4– 6 AM

12 Kid’s Cuisine

8–11 PM

8 Super Science Sleuths

6– 9 AM

13 Learn The High Energy Game Of Diabolo

9 Creating In Color

6– 9 PM

8–11 AM

10 Parlons Français! Let’s Speak French! 6– 9 AM

15 Art Is Everywhere! Drawing And Painting The Outdoors 8–12 AM

10 Simple Machines: Imagineering Your World

6– 9 PM

15 Endless Shades Of Blue: Drawing And Painting Lake Michigan 8–12 PM

12 Clay Works For Kids

8–11 PM

15 Next Level LEGO® Experts

8–12 FD

14 Python Programmers

8–11 PM

16 Art Journaling

9–12 AM

14 The Actor In You

8–11 AM

17 Chef School

9–12 AM

21 Python Programmers

11–14 AM

17 Irish Dance

9–12 PM

22 Wheel And Hand-Built Pottery

11–18 AM

19 Great Tween/Teen Writers’ Machine 10–14 PM

22 Actor’s Workshop

12–16 PM

23 Irish Dance

12–16 PM

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AugusT 8–12

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6 Calling All Superheroes

4–6 AM

6 LEGO® Party!

4–6 AM

7 What’s Cookin’?

4–6 AM

7 Lights, Camera, LEGO®!

4–8 PM

9 Fiesta Spanish For Kids

6–9 PM

15 Art Camp

8–12 FD

9 Kids In The Kitchen

6–9 PM

16 Camp Hollywood

9–12 PM

10 Shelter Building

6–9 AM

18 Unicycling For Kids

9–12 PM

11 Unicorns, Rainbows, And Mermaids!

6–9 PM

20 Italian Mosaic Tile Art, Level 2

11–14 PM

13 Mixed Media Exploration

8–11 PM

22 Take Flight With Women In Aviation 11–14 PM

14 ROBLOX Coders & Entrepreneurs!

8–11 AM

24 Whodunit Mystery Theatre Camp

12–16 AM

14 Skills For The Backcountry

8–11 PM

15 Geology Rocks

8–12 AM

13–18 FD

25 From Writing To Recording: Instant Rock Boot Camp

16 All Aboard The Hogwarts Express

9–12 AM

16 All Aboard The Hogwarts Express

9–12 PM

20 Electronic Music Making

11–14 PM

21 ROBLOX Coders & Entrepreneurs!

11–14 PM

21 Sewing Basics - Crossbody Bag

11–14 AM

21 Sewing Basics - Phone Clutch/Dufe 11–14 PM

July 25–AuG 5 15 Frozen: Kids Theatre Show

8–14 FD

AugusT 1–5 6 Discover Dinosaurs

4–6 AM

8 Animal Exploration Lab

6–9 PM

8 Art Is Everything: Painting, Drawing, Sculpture

6–9 AM

10 Outside Creations

6–9 AM

12 Fun Play The Ukulele Way

8–11 PM

12 Kid’s Cuisine

AugusT 15–19 8 Aeronautics: Up, Up, Up In The Air!

6–9 AM

12 Computer Keyboarding Wizards

8–11 AM

17 Drawing And Painting

9–12 PM

19 Future Chefs

10–13 AM

19 Fun With Forensics!

11–14 PM

24 Teen Chefs

12–18 PM

25 Jumpstart To College Planning: Helpful & Easy Guide For Your Teen! 14–18 PM

25 Jumpstart to Financial Planning: Helpful & Easy Guide For Your Teen! 14–18 PM

= NMC MAIN CAMPUS

= AERO PARK CAMPUS

8–11 PM

= GREAT LAKES CAMPUS

13 Minecraft Redstone Engineers

8–11 AM

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16 Amigo Spanish Club

9–12 PM

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17 Chef School

9–12 AM

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17 Gelli And Mono-Printing Techniques 9–12 AM

19 Quarkmine: VEX IQ Robotics

10–14 AM

19 Quarkmine: Vex IQ Robotics

10–14 PM

PM = AFTERNOON SESSION

19 Beginning Guitar

10–16 AM

FD = FULL DAY SESSION

20 Italian Mosaic Tile Art, Level 1

11–14 PM

20 Minecraft Redstone Engineers

11–14 PM

22 Ukulele University

11–14 AM

AM = MORNING SESSION

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Ages 3-6 AGES 3-6 Science Of The Seasons

STEM

NeW! Come along on a journey through Michigan’s four seasons as we explore and create! Winter, summer, spring, and fall: we will explore them all! Which animals hibernate all winter? Why do the leaves change color in autumn? What’s your favorite cool treat on a summer day? Let’s investigate busy birds, fowers, bugs, and bees by visiting their natural habitats. This week will be flled with art, scientifc experiments, games, songs, stories, and adventure! Anne Callahan | $125

Ages 3 – 5

#183 July 11 – 15 M–F Aero Park Campus

Underwater Adventures

1 pm – 3 pm AL 102

STEM

NeW! Water, water everywhere! This week join us as we explore the vast resources across the planet. We will investigate microorganisms, aquatic plants, and animals: both in saltwater and freshwater. Art projects, engineering, scientifc exploration, games, stories, and songs round out this wet week! Anne Callahan | $125

Ages 3 – 5

#182 July 11 – 15 M–F Aero Park Campus

10 am – 12 pm AL 102

Celebrate The Birthday Of Eric Carle

NeW! During this course you will read many of the books written by Eric Carle. Read and explore The Very Hungry Caterpillar and then make your own caterpillar out of pom poms. Read The Grouchy Ladybug and design your own ladybug with paper plates, paint, and googly eyes! We will make the illustrations come alive and each day you will head home with a different project! Erin Harrelson | $125

Ages 4 – 6

#291 June 20 – 24 M–F Aero Park Campus

10 am – 12 pm AL 102

STEM

Discover Dinosaurs

Brontosaurus, Triceratops—even dinosaur names are big and mysterious! Learn fun facts about dinosaurs everyday through hands-on projects. Go on a fossil hunt, make fossil prints, and create a dinosaur skeleton. You will even make up a new kind of dinosaur just discovered in this class! There will be art, crafts, music, and lots of dinosaur play. Come join the Dino fun. Rich Rountree | $125/wk

Ages 4 – 6 #180 July 18 – 22

M–F

10 am – 12 pm

#447 August 1 – 5 M–F NMC Main Campus

10 am – 12 pm SH 113

STEM

LEGO® Party!

Love LEGO® bricks? Love building? Explore a variety of projects using LEGO® bricks and your own creativity. This class is perfect for all levels of builders! Spend the week building your own epic creations and collaborations with other LEGO® builders! You will learn tricks and tips of the pros! Christina Collins | $149

Ages 4 – 6

#424 August 8 – 12 M–F NMC Main Campus

Let’s Get Creative AND Messy

Calling All Superheroes Put on your super gear and get ready for an exciting week of heroic fun! Explore with your Spidey senses, rescue Batman and Robin from a frozen state, save our world from villains, collect kryptonite, and experience what Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle mutagen feels like. Make your own superhero costume to continue your adventures at home. Ages 4 – 6

Jackie Stremlow-Hansen | $125

#184 July 25 – 29 M–F Aero Park Campus

10 am – 12 pm SH 103/105

10 am – 12 pm AL 102

NeW! If you are getting messy, you are having fun! This week we will explore various ways to make art while leaving the mess out of your home. We will use our whole body to explore with paint, clay, mud, cement, and more! We will even use toys to build amazing projects! Ages 4 – 6

Jackie Stremlow-Hansen | $125

#181 July 18 – 22 M–F Aero Park Campus

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10 am – 12 pm AL 102

Ages 3-6 Michigan Art We love summer in PURE Michigan! Explore the natural resources that surround us—from the white sand beaches to amazing apples, to the water in the Great Lakes—and use these natural supplies in fun, interactive art projects. What does it feel like to be a drop of water going through the water cycle? Experience the growth of a tall white pine tree and travel like a tiny grain of sand on the dunes. Daily themes incorporate creative movement and takehome art projects.

BUILD COMMUNITY SPARK CONVERSATION INSPIRE CHANGE

Autumn Kirby | $125

Ages 4 – 6

#179 June 20 – 24 M–F Aero Park Campus

1 pm – 3 pm AL 102

Treasure Hunters: A Pirate Adventure Yo ho ho, pirates! Come along on a pirate-y adventure full of stories, art, and fun! Our adventure takes place on our own ‘island’ where we’ll create a pirate ship and pirate maps to lead us to lost treasures. Design a pirate hat and sword, create a treasure chest to hold your loot, and a boat that foats. Exploration awaits you each day, so climb aboard for a grand voyage and learning fun. Ages 4 – 6

SCAN TO PLAN YOUR VISIT

Patti Ramoie | $125

#137 June 27 – July 1 M–F Aero Park Campus

1 pm – 3 pm AL 102

GRADES K-2

What’s Cookin’? Banana dippers, breakfast nachos, and fruit smoothies...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 fx at home. Every day has a theme and includes a story and hands-on prep. Ages 4 – 6

Maggi Steele | $129/wk

#412 June 20 – 24

M–F

9:30 am – 12 pm

#413 July 25 – 29 M–F NMC Main Campus

9:30 am – 12 pm OC 129

Lights, Camera, LEGO®!

Love those LEGO® movies you see on YouTube? Now it’s your turn! Join Christina Collins for a week-long exploration into the planning, creating, and making of LEGO® animation. You will work on character development, set design, and more! You will create your own stop-motion flms and the whole class will make one together! The recommended app for this course is Stop Motion Studio (free or Pro edition ($4.99). This app is available on iOS, Google Play, and Kindle App Store: https://www.cateater.com/. Bring your own device: smart phone, iPad, tablet, or computer. Ages 4 – 8

Christina Collins | $165

#423 August 8 – 12 M–F NMC Main Campus

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1 pm – 3:30 pm SH 103/105

Grades 1-4 GRADES 1-4

NeW!

Acting Up Do you like to pretend? Pretending is just like acting. Discover the world of theatre in this action-packed week. Each day begins with drama games and activities to warm up your creativity. Learn acting skills while developing public speaking skills and gaining confdence. All of this while having a FUN pretend adventure. Put together entertaining skits based on new stories and old favorites. On the last day, we will put on a show for your family and friends! Offered in partnership with Drama Kids

Ages 6 – 9

STEM

Animal Exploration Lab

Rachael Harrell | $125

#186 June 27 – July 1 M–F NMC Main Campus

Super Science Sleuths

1 pm – 3 pm SH 217

STEM

Did you know that sea otters hold hands while sleeping so they don’t foat apart? Did you know that over 60% of living creatures live in the rainforest but that rainforests only make up 6% of the Earth’s land surface? We will explore the rainforest, desert, ocean, polar, and wetland animal habitats to learn about the unique animals that call these regions home. You will create animal inspired projects while learning fun facts about different animals and their habitats. Ages 6 – 9

Jackie Stremlow-Hansen | $125

#289 August 1 – 5 M–F Aero Park Campus

1 pm – 3 pm AL 102

Aeronautics: Up, Up, Up In The Air!

Super science sleuths wanted! Ever wonder why bears sleep all winter? Why leaves change color in the fall? Or why birds and squirrels are so busy in the spring? Come along on a journey through the seasons of Northern Michigan. Using art, engineering, math, and scientifc discovery, you will explore how each season is uniquely scientifc. Track the wildest animals, create a blizzard in summer, grow plants, and so much more in this week of multi-sensory science fun. Ages 6 – 9

Anne Callahan | $125

#231 July 18 – 22 M–F NMC Main Campus

10 am – 12 pm SH 106

Aeronautics: Up, Up, Up In The Air!

STEM

Have you ever wondered how planes and birds stay in the air? How about what it takes to launch a rocket into outer space? Would you like to create an innovative aircraft that can outperform even the most technologically advanced prototypes? Join us on a STEM exploration of all aspects of fight. We’ll create artistic interpretations of new species of birds and insects, construct prototypes of gliders, and much more! Ages 6 – 9

NeW!

YOU are an artist! Each day let your imagination run free - paint your favorite summer memory on a canvas, or sculpt your favorite animal using air-dry clay. Get inspired by the beautiful surroundings and draw using pencils, markers, or crayons! You can make art inspired by everything in your day! Ages 6 – 9

Eleonora Hayes | $125

#270 August 1 – 5 M–F NMC Main Campus

Anne Callahan | $125

#230 August 15 – 19 M–F NMC Main Campus

Art Is Everything: Painting, Drawing, Sculpture

10 am – 12 pm HS 111

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10 am – 12 pm SH 106

Grades 1-4 INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT MAGGI STEELE

Creating In Color NeW!

This will be one of the most colorful weeks you’ll have this summer! You will not be blue with all of the projects we will create. We’ll channel the colors of the rainbow as we make fun projects including string art, tie-dye, jeweled sun catchers, sand art, and more. Each day you will leave with your hands full of vibrant projects to show off at home. Ages 6 – 9

Jackie Stremlow-Hansen | $125

#287 July 18 – 22 M–F Aero Park Campus

1 pm – 3 pm AL 102

Fiesta Spanish For Kids

A retired teacher, Maggi Steele is on a mission to teach others that cooking doesn’t have to be complicated or involve a ton of ingredients - it just needs to taste good! Her simple philosophy has made her culinary classes popular for adults and kids alike. “Kids are like sponges and love ‘hands on’ activities,” says Maggi. “Cooking provides that, with the additional benefit of eating their creations!” One of her favorite memories included a sweet child reluctant to try new foods until he learned to cook them for himself. Maggi adds that food is a great way to gather people together in a positive way. Cooking has brought her friends together, and encouraged them to try new foods and share recipes. Maggi concludes that if you can read, you can cook. Don’t be afraid of trying new recipes. She advises, “If one doesn’t work, there are thousands more to try.”

Hola! Como estas? Come learn how to say basic words and phrases to introduce yourself in Spanish. By the end of the week, you will be able to discuss activities you enjoy, your favorite colors, and basic introductory phrases. Be prepared to play games and move around as you learn Spanish! The week ends with a Spanish fiesta to celebrate what you have learned. Ages 6 – 9

Thena Axiotis-Dahl | $125

#415 July 25 – 29 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm SH 101

Kids In The Kitchen 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 your creations! Ages 6 – 9

Maggi Steele | $149/wk

#414 June 20 – 24

M–F

1 pm – 4 pm

#416 July 25 – 29 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 4 pm OC 129

STEM

Lil’ Chemists

Be a scientist as you run experiments and make amazing discoveries about how things work. You’ll grow crystals of many colors and shapes and create your own work of art. Learn about acids and bases while you make sherbet. Experiment with solids, liquids, and gases. You’ll mix ingredients and brew concoctions to create chemical reactions! Ages 6 – 9

Janine Winkler | $125

#189 June 20 – 24 M–F NMC Main Campus

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10 am – 12 pm HS 111

Grades 1-4 STEM

Outside Creations NeW!

Have you ever built your own birdhouse? Would you like to create your own fairy or gnome garden? Just think how special it will be to hear your wind chimes outside! Spend a week working on projects to show off outside at your home! Every day we will venture outside (weather permitting) to gather inspiration and materials for our projects. Ages 6 – 9

Jackie Stremlow-Hansen | $125

#288 August 1 – 5 M–F Aero Park Campus

10 am – 12 pm AL 102

Parlons Français! Let’s Speak French! Ooh la la! A French Fête! Explore the language and culture of France with activities aplenty! From songs and games to stories and crafts, learn French words and phrases for greetings, numbers, colors, parts of your body, and of course, food! Make your own Monetstyle painting with tissue paper, a Madeline puppet, and so much more. Finish the week with a soirée to celebrate what you learned. Ages 6 – 9

Thena Axiotis-Dahl | $125

#278 July 18 – 22 M–F NMC Main Campus

10 am – 12 pm SH 101

Shelter Building You’re hiking and your friend sprains an ankle...and there’s a storm coming! You need shelter, but none can be found. We’ll listen to great stories and tales as we learn to construct different types of shelters from materials available to us in nature. If you like forts and, more importantly, like to build them, this adventure is for you! You will work together to build a shelter large enough for the whole group! Offered in partnership with Grass River Natural Area

Ages 6 – 9 #188 July 25 – 29 Vasa Pathway

James Dake | $125 M–F

10 am – 12 pm

26 STEM Classes What Will You Choose? Simple Machines: Imagineering Your World

Anne Callahan | $125

Ages 6 – 9

#232 July 18 – 22 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm SH 106

Superhero Theatre NeW!

Join forces with the other members of your superhero squad and battle the bad guys in this action packed camp. Break out your capes and invisible cloaks because it’s time to reveal your superhero alter ego! Let your imagination take center stage as you create your own superhero character, imaginative super powers, superhero logo and costumes, and use your creativity to write a short play and even your own theme songs. This course is perfect for new actors wanting to discover their dramatic side, as well as for those students wishing to continue to develop acting and public speaking skills and build confdence. Offered in partnership with Drama Kids

Ages 6 – 9

Rachael Harrell | $125

#185 June 27 – July 1 M–F NMC Main Campus

STEM

Are simple machines really that simple? Come along as we investigate how six wondrous inventions improve our lives! Jump into a world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Imagine driving a car without axles or not being able to turn your head from side to side. We will dissect chicken wings, create a hovercraft, cultivate a mini-garden, and test our physical strength with a weightlifting experiment!

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10 am – 12 pm SH 217

Grades 1-4 Unicorns, Rainbows, And Mermaids!

Kid’s Choir Camp

Unlock your imagination and explore the amazing world of unicorns and mermaids! Discover plenty of color, sparkle, and excitement in this creative and enchanting class. Create art highlighting the wonder and beauty of these magical creatures with projects such as sand art, jewelry making, colorful painting, and much more! By the end of the week, you will have plenty of creations to turn any space into a land of imagination and magic!

Do you love to sing? Come join the NMC Children’s Choir staff for a great week of music on campus! Whether you’re an experienced singer or brand new to it, you’ll get a chance to sing and learn with others in a fun workshop setting. Each day is a new encounter with music, singing, and movement. The fnale of the week is a concert featuring all the Kid’s Choir Camp singers.

NeW!

Ages 6 – 9

Jackie Stremlow-Hansen | $125

#187 July 25 – 29 M–F Aero Park Campus

1 pm – 3 pm AL 102

Ages 6 – 10

$150

Stephanie Schall-Brazee, Todd Vipond, Jeffrey Cobb #190 June 20 – 24 M–F NMC Main Campus

LOVE TO SINg?

9:30 am – 12 pm F 102

Check out NMC Children’s Choir www.nmcchildrenschoir.com

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Grades 3-8 GRADES 3-8

Computer Keyboarding Wizards

Battle Royale: Make Your First Fortnite-Style Video Game STEM Fans of Fortnite we need you! Instead of playing the game, design your own. Using a professional 3D game development software, build levels, and assets inspired by popular battle royale games like Fortnite. Students can participate in eSports League matches against other schools across the country with a chance to have their levels featured in the Black Rocket master build of the game! This course includes cartoonish action and battle sequences. Student-created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Offered in partnership with Black Rocket

Kyle Warner | $165

Ages 8 – 11

#292 July 11 – 15 M–F University Center

9 am – 12 pm UC 205

You’re always using the computer – but are you still using that one-fnger search-and-strike method to type? Want to type more quickly and accurately? Improve your effciency and discover how to fnd the letters without looking at the keyboard. Games and drills make it engaging and exciting. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you pick up speed and comfort. Ages 8 – 11

Elizabeth Sonnabend | $125

#436 August 15 – 19 M–F University Center

10 am – 12 pm UC 205

Fun Play The Ukulele Way Ukulele may be hard to spell and say, but it’s sure fun to play. You’ll be playing on your frst day as you learn basic chords and strums. By the end of the week, you will know how to tune and maintain your instrument and play lots of fun songs at home. Zeke Clemons | $59

Ages 8 – 11

#279 August 1 – 5 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 2 pm F 105

Kid’s Cuisine Grab your passport and prepare to travel the world through your taste buds! Each day will focus on a different part of the globe in this week-long whirlwind culinary adventure. Learn a little about a new country and then take on the role of chef as you prepare some of their famous foods—fresh salsa from Mexico, biscotti from Italy, sushi from Japan, and more. Learn basic cooking terms and techniques in this hands-on experience in the Oleson Center kitchen. Ages 8 – 11

Clay Works For Kids

Rebecca Stewart | $149/wk

#271 June 27 – 30

M – Th

1 pm – 4 pm

#272 August 1 – 4 M – Th NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 4 pm OC 129

Clay Works For Kids Explore the fabulous feel of clay while making useful and unique objects. Use pinch, slab, and coil methods to create original items and glaze them. Make a clay relief sculpture that is also a bowl, an animal that whistles or rattles, or a vase with a face! Items will be fred at the end of the frst week and be ready for glazing the following Tuesday. Lisa Hockin | $149/wk

Ages 8 – 11 #237 June 20 – 24 June 28

M–F Tue

1 pm – 3 pm 1 pm – 3 pm

#238 July 18 – 22 July 26

M–F Tue

1 pm – 3 pm 1 pm – 3 pm

NMC Main Campus

F 135

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Grades 3-8 GRASP READING & MATH PROGRAM

GRASP reading

math & summer

program

Register now! This at-home program helps your child maintain essential skills over the summer. • K-8 students • Screen free • Local teachers • Weekly lessons, June 20 - Aug 19 • Portable - complete at home or on the road • Affordable, engaging, and fun! Over 4,000 local students have benefited from this proven program. Learn more at nmc.edu/grasp.

Learn The High Energy Game Of Diabolo

Mixed Media Exploration

NeW!

Here’s a great way to help build hand-eye coordination, strengthen your abilities in other sports, and build self-confidence! A diabolo is one of the oldest juggling toys and consists of two half-sphere rubber cups connected by a steel axle and can be tossed in the air and manipulated on a string between two sticks. Throughout this interactive program, you will learn techniques for starting a diabolo, throwing and catching, correcting, as well as beginner and intermediate tricks. Josh Hartman | $149

Ages 8 – 11

#235 June 27 – July 1 M–F NMC Main Campus

Minecraft Redstone Engineers

10 am – 12 pm P 100

STEM

Take the next step beyond simply “playing” Minecraft and become a true Redstone engineer. Expand your Redstone knowledge by constructing your own carnival with a variety of mini-games, roller coasters, and attractions powered by Redstone. Learn how to use Command and Structure blocks to incorporate them into your builds. Activate your skills and take your Minecraft structures to the next level! Ages 8 – 11

Ages 8 – 11

Amber Coulter | $125

#266 July 25 – 29 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm SH 102

Pet Lovers How can you tell if your pet dog, cat, bird, or reptile is happy or sad? What do they like and dislike? Join a former zookeeper and current animal trainer to explore the biology of many different kinds of animals and all their peculiar behaviors and adaptations. Through games, you will explore the unique ways that pets see, hear, smell, and touch. Research fascinating (and weird!) facts about these friendly pals. Expect some four-legged visitors! Ages 8 – 11

Jennifer Loup | $125

#282 July 11 – 15 M–F NMC Main Campus

Kyle Warner | $165

#295 August 1 – 5 M–F University Center

Explore the opportunities that the tools in an art room can provide. Create art pieces with all kinds of mediums! From acrylic paints and Gelli plates, to markers, inks, and oil pastels – you are certain to be inspired in this fun class. We will make small daily projects as well as one big project. Get ready to get messy!

9 am – 12 pm UC 205

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1 pm – 3 pm SH 101

Grades 3-8 NMC College for Kids is pleased to partner with Black Rocket to offer both face-toface and livestream computer coding and gaming courses. Face-to-face classes are taught by NMC faculty member John Velis, CIT, and NMC eSports team member Kyle Warner. Livestream classes are taught by Black Rocket faculty. Learn more and register for livestream classes at blackrocket.com/online/nmc.

AboUt BlacK RocKet

The magic in every student comes to life as never before when they are empowered to be as creative as they were all born to be! Black Rocket has twenty years of experience designing courses in the S.T.E.A.M fields. Every program is powered by the child’s innate imagination and designed to bring their ideas to life in a fun, hands-on learning environment. All Black Rocket programs mirror real-life experiences and the collaborative nature of the design process. Students will work in pairs or teams for in-room programs in a COVID safe way. Online classes provide a more independent experience, but with an emphasis on peer to peer feedback to enhance the creative process.

Python Programmers

STEM

Want to learn the world’s fastest-growing programming language favored by Google, NASA, Youtube, and the CIA? Learn how to code with Python to create engaging apps and games. Each lesson takes you step-by-step on a programming path that will let you challenge friends with fun content you create from start to fnish! Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. John Velis | $165

Ages 8 – 11 #233 July 18 – 22 M–F University Center

ROBLOX Coders & Entrepreneurs!

1 pm – 4 pm UC 205

STEM

Discover the Lua language through a visual block coding system while designing worlds in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This new class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! Young entrepreneurs will also learn how to navigate ROBLOX’s fast-growing marketplace to publish their games. Student-created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Offered in partnership with Black Rocket

Ages 8 – 11

Kyle Warner | $165

#294 July 25 – 29 M–F University Center

9 am – 12 pm UC 205

Skills For The Backcountry Experience your own week of Survivor! Your adventure takes you to a different locale each day where you will discover useful backcountry hiking and survival skills. Learn to plan and pack for a camping trip, store food, pitch a tent, and cook on a camp stove. Learn wilderness safety, map and compass reading, tracking, and emergency shelter-building. Offered in partnership with Grass River Natural Area

Ages 8 – 11 #246 July 25 – 29 Vasa Pathway

James Dake | $125 M–F

1 pm – 3 pm

The Actor In You Show off your creativity by creating a script, inventing characters, designing a set, and performing a play all in front of a live audience. Work on practical skills like acting, literacy, and public speaking. Gain independence and self-esteem as you work with your team to create your own play. Story, art, stage, and acting come together to make this theatre experience come alive! Family and friends are invited to the performance on the last day! Offered in partnership with Drama Kids

Ages 8 – 11

Rachael Harrell | $125

#245 July 18 – 22 M–F NMC Main Campus

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10 am – 12 pm SH 217

Grades 3-8 Art Camp

STEM

FULL DAY! Calling all art lovers! Spend a week

Geology Rocks

working on your own beautiful works of art. Each day you will have the chance to explore a new medium and have the opportunity to use different materials. Use pencils, markers, pastels, watercolor, tempera, and acrylic. Paint indoors in a classroom studio, or outdoors in nature. Become familiar with famous artists like Monet, Van Gogh, and Picasso. Learn how to draw and paint objects so they look 3-dimensional. Express your creativity using the universal language of art! Lunch break included.

Have you ever wondered why rocks look so different from each other, where beach sand comes from, or why some volcanoes explosively erupt? Then Geology Rocks is the class for you! In this class you will learn how to tell the difference between rock types, discover what rocks are made of, and explore where and how they form. Where else can you eat, create, and identify your way through the rock cycle. There may even be an explosive end to the week. Take this class and you will be amazing your family and friends with your rock knowledge in no time. And remember… Geology Rocks!

Ages 8 – 12 #242 June 20 – 24

Eleonora Hayes | $349/wk M–F

9 am – 3 pm

#435 August 8 – 12 M–F NMC Main Campus

9 am – 3 pm SH 106

Art Is Everywhere! Drawing & Painting The Outdoors The outdoor environment provides endless inspiration for any young artist. Draw and paint plants, animals, and landscapes. Create abstract artworks using the wonderful shapes found in nature. Every day after a short walk you will use different materials and create artworks inspired by the great outdoors. Ages 8 – 12

Eleonora Hayes | $125

#241 June 27 – July 1 M–F NMC Main Campus

10 am – 12 pm SH 106

#454 July 25 – 29 M–F NMC Main Campus

Have you noticed how the color of Lake Michigan changes depending on the sun? Learn how to use different mediums and mix colors to create the varied hues that color the landscapes, sunsets, and sailboats of Lake Michigan. Each day we will create new artwork using pencils, pastels, watercolors, and acrylics. Ages 8 – 12

Eleonora Hayes | $125

#240 June 27 – July 1 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm SH 106

10 am – 12 pm HS 213

STEM

Next Level LEGO® Experts

FULL DAY!

Love those LEGO® movies you see on YouTube? Join Christina Collins for a weeklong exploration into the movie set building, planning, creating, and making of LEGO® animation. You will work on character development, set design, and more. Learn what all the different roles are in film production. You’ll perfect your skills at using the Stop Motion Studio. By the end of the week you’ll have your own stop-motion flm and put it on YouTube. Lunch break included. Ages 8 – 12

Endless Shades Of Blue: Drawing & Painting Scenes Of Lake Michigan

Tiffani Wilke | $125

Ages 8 – 12

Christina Collins | $399/wk

#421 June 27 – July 1

M–F

9 am – 3 pm

#437 July 11 – 15 M–F NMC Main Campus

9 am – 3 pm SH 103/105

Frozen: Kids Theatre Show NeW! FULL DAY!

Do you want to build a snowman? Like Old Town Playhouse Young Company’s wildly popular summer camps, this 2-week camp packs a lot in! Students rehearse the stage adaptation of Disney’s Frozen Kids with minimal sets and costumes. So, join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and your favorite characters as they embark on a journey of self-discovery, and learn the real meaning of true love. This class fulflls the audition requirements for Old Town Playhouse Young Company productions, and is offered through generous support from the Worthington Family Foundation. Lunch break included. Offered in partnership with Old Town Playhouse

Ages 8 – 14

Melissa May | $349

#275 July 25 – August 5 M – F NMC Main Campus

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10 am – 2 pm SH 217

Grades 3-8 Charter Fishing Experience

Book Binding

Catch big fish on the big lake! You and a parent will experience deep-water fishing aboard the ‘Farfetched.’ Join Captain Scott Anderson for a fun afternoon of charter fshing for trout, salmon, and steelhead. While casting your line, learn all about the equipment used to fsh in deep water.

your own books for writing, sketching, and more. Sew a fabric journal, learn popular stitches, bind with adhesive, and other tools. Create gifts for your friends, or volumes to house your own works!

Ages 8 – 14

Capt. Scott Anderson | $179

#140 June 19 Sun Elmwood Township Marina

All Aboard The Hogwarts Express

8 am – 12 pm

NeW! Learn multiple binding techniques to create

Amber Coulter | $125

Ages 9 – 12

#269 July 11 – 15 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm SH 102

STEM

Don’t be late! Once you cross platform 9 3/4, you will be transported to the Hogwarts School for wizardry. Upon arrival, you’ll be sorted into houses and whisked away to a week of fun—Harry Potter style. Use your wand to mix potions, play wizard games, and practice Quidditch. All week, you’ll earn points in hopes of winning the house cup. End the week on a sweet note with treats from Honeydukes and butter beer you make yourself. Ages 9 – 12 #248 July 25 – 29

Shannon McCann | $149/wk M–F

9:30 am – 12 pm

#249 July 25 – 29 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3:30 pm HS 111

Camp Hollywood

Amigo Spanish Club Hola amigos! Come and learn Spanish words and phrases you can use every day. See and say, listen and learn about the native culture and customs. Meet new friends, play active games, hear interesting stories, sing fun songs, and make creative art projects as you learn Spanish. Our class ends with a fiesta to celebrate what we’ve learned, complete with a piñata! Exploring another language is a delight—join the club! Ages 9 – 12

Thena Axiotis-Dahl | $125

#420 August 1 – 5 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm SH 101

NeW!

Learn how create an art journal and fll the pages with a variety of mixed media techniques. Bind your journal for the perfect keepsake of your work from the week.

Ages 9 – 12

Rachael Harrell | $125

#244 August 8 – 12 M–F NMC Main Campus

Amber Coulter | $125

#268 June 27 – July 1 M–F NMC Main Campus

NeW! Do you have what it takes, kid? Walk the red carpet, shoot a new movie, and we’ll help you get ready to be a Hollywood movie star. Lights, Camera, Action! Join the glitz and glamor of famous Hollywood celebrities on the Walk of Fame, creating your own character stars and personal handprints. Our young performers will walk the red carpet and pose for the paparazzi at the famous Film Festival as they vie for the prestigious Golden Trophy Award for the short flm they write, direct, and star in! This course is perfect for new actors wanting to discover their dramatic side, as well as for those students wishing to continue to develop acting and public speaking skills and build confdence. Offered in partnership with Drama Kids

Art Journaling

Ages 9 – 12

Camp Hollywood

10 am – 12 pm SH 102

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1 pm – 3 pm SH 217

Grades 3-8 Chef School 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. Ages 9 – 12

Rebecca Stewart | $159/wk

#273 June 27 – 30

M – Th

9 am – 12 pm

#274 August 1 – 4 M – Th NMC Main Campus

9 am – 12 pm OC 129

NeW!

Document your daily life and express your feelings on paper through art. Learn how to create an art journal and fll the pages with a variety of mixed media art techniques. Then bind your journal for the perfect keepsake of your work from the week. Ages 9 – 12

Amber Coulter | $125

#267 August 1 – 5 M–F NMC Main Campus

10 am – 12 pm SH 102

Irish Dance

Choreography Lab NeW!

Investigate the how and why of dance! Experiment with the five elements of dance: body, action, time, space, and force to create your own dance works! Using your skills and knowledge of dance (any style) you will explore these elements, making choices and composing dances for one another and for our fnale showcase. Your creativity will fnd fertile ground through improvisation, dance games, movement sharing, music of the day, and videos of known choreography. Ages 9 – 12

Gelli Printing & Other Mono-Printing Techniques

Jennifer Lee | $125

#290 July 11 – 15 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm P 120

NeW!

Discover Irish Dance (popularized by the Broadway show Riverdance) and how step-dancing fosters community spirit! Dance instructor, Pam McCormick, on the faculty of Dance Arts Academy, will introduce a variety of traditional and modern Irish Dance steps, including Irish jigs, reels, jumps, ceili dances, rhythms, and more. Make new friends and express your “Celtic Spirit” with an art activity each day. Ages 9 – 12

Pam McCormick | $59

#462 June 27 – 29 M–W NMC Main Campus

1:30 pm – 3 pm P 120

Drawing And Painting Watercolors, acrylics, pastels, graphite, sponges, brushes, canvas, and more—we have so much to inspire your creativity. 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, capture the images around you and in your imagination. Ages 9 – 12

Nan Katzenberger | $125

#239 August 15 – 19 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm SH 106

STEM

Fizzics In A Can

Make a tornado, crush a can with no hands, build a stethoscope, and cause a fzz phenomenon! Pop cans, pop bottles, and soda pop do the teaching in this physical science extravaganza. Bring a clean, empty can to the frst 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! Ages 9 – 12

Janine Winkler | $125

#236 June 20 – 24 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm HS 111

Fizzics In A Can Kids With Cameras It’s a beautiful world out there; take lots of pictures of it. Whether you have been taking photos for a while, or are just picking up a digital camera for the frst time—we want you! Start by learning photography basics and how to make your photographs tell the story you see. Then try new techniques and get creative. Go on photo shoots every day and fll your world with amazing new experiences. Learn to use a free editing software to improve your photo images. Ages 9 – 12

Josh Hartman | $125

#243 July 11 – 14 M – Th NMC Main Campus

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1 pm – 3 pm F 120

Grades 3-8 The Princess And The Pizza Theatre Show

NeW! The Royal Family is looking for a Princess for their goofy son. Princess Paulina decides she could check it out... but when she gets there, there are all the usual suspects... Snow White, Rapunzel, Elsa, and others! What crazy things will the Royals make the princesses do to compete to be the winner? This fun tale will come to life and be performed by the students in this class! Learn how to perform on stage. Have fun telling a very silly and fun story about princesses with a surprise ending! And share the live show with your family followed by some pizza after the performance! Ages 9 – 12 Colleen Harris/Jennifer Little | $149 #276 June 20 – 24 M–F NMC Main Campus

9 am – 12 pm SH 217

Unicycling For Kids NeW!

Learn how to ride a unicycle with confidence and take it home to keep! Not just for clowns, unicycling is a great way to travel and express yourself creatively. Street and mountain unicyclist Josh Hartman will teach you the techniques of riding: getting on and off the unicycle safely, riding forward, riding in a circle, and free mounting. Additional skills will be worked on as individuals progress. Safety and control will be emphasized at all times. No experience necessary. Ages 9 – 12

Josh Hartman | $179

#247 August 8 – 12 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm P 100

Unicycling For Kids Say It In Japanese 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 anime, and discover how kids in Japan spend their days. Nihongo O hanashimashoo! Ages 9 – 14

Rosemary Rokita | $125

#250 July 11 – 14 M – Th NMC Main Campus

9 am – 12 pm SH 106

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Grades 3-8 Future Chefs Veg out this summer with delicious and healthy plantbased vegetarian meals. Discover Buddha Bowls - they’re fun, versatile, and let you get creative to suit your personal tastes. Get practice grilling, roasting, and marinating fruits and veggies that you’ll crave all year long. Learn how to make complete meals that balance protein and carbs while adding a punch of flavor with fresh herbs. If you like cooking shows, you’ll love working in teams as you put your skills to the test with a last day mystery basket challenge. Ages 10 – 13

Rebecca Stewart | $139

#417 August 15 – 18 M – Th NMC Main Campus

10 am – 12 pm OC 129

Great Tween/Teen Writers’ Machine Expand your mind and discover limitless writing. Starting with unique prompts each day, you’ll create new worlds, tell the stories of original characters, and get some of your existing ideas down on paper. Get more comfortable as a writer while you learn different strategies for successful story development. There will be plenty of opportunities to share your writing with others who love to write as much as you. In partnership with National Writers Series

Ages 10 – 14

Andrew Lewellen | $125

#251 June 27 – July 1 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm SH 104

Hip-Hop Dance This high-energy dance style is perfect for anyone with a passion to move! Learn to dance to upbeat music and the latest hits. Discover how to develop rhythm, flexibility, and precision in your muscle memory. Joedy Annis | $59

Ages 10 – 14 #364 June 20 – 22 M–W NMC Main Campus

5:30 pm – 7 pm P 120

Quarkmine: VEX IQ Robotics

STEM

Join the exciting world of robotics with our local partner, Quarkmine. Design, build, program, and test custom-built robots with Vex IQ Robotic kits! Capped at twelve students, and led by World Champion Level instructors, you won’t want to miss this unique, individualized, high-level experience. While in this class, students will work hands-on with robotics kits that contain hundreds of structural parts along with motors, gears, axles, sensors, batteries, and a robotic brain. Challenge your skills as you learn how to build or modify a robot to complete a variety of tasks through computer programming. The final robots will compete in the Ultimate Team Challenge—a fast-paced, head-to-head robot rumble that will highlight driver skill, team strategy, and autonomous programming. This workshop is designed so that all levels, beginner to advanced, can participate and grow their skills. Ages 10 – 14 Philip Leete/John Gilligan | $599/wk #285 August 1 – 5

M–F

9:30 am – 12 pm

#286 August 1 – 5 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3:30 pm SH 103/105

Beginning Guitar Guitar—give it a go! Start working on basic chords (learn what a chord is) and strum patterns, with a light amount of music reading mixed in. In this small group lesson of no more than six students you’ll receive lots of individualized instruction. Before you know it, you will be playing a few songs. Zeke Clemons | $59

Ages 10 – 16

#281 August 1 – 5 M – F 9:30 am – 10:30 am NMC Main Campus F 105

Fun With Forensics!

NeW! Exploring the concept of DNA fngerprinting and using the tools of biotechnology, you will help solve a criminal scientifc mystery! Come along on this scientifc journey to catch the suspect: perform electrophoresis, stain agarose gels, and analyze DNA samples. Learn basic fngerprinting techniques and CODIS principles. Can you help solve the mystery and identify the suspect(s)? Ages 11 – 14

Anne Callahan | $125

#258 August 15 – 19 M–F NMC Main Campus

STEM

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1 pm – 3 pm HS 111

Grades 6-12 GRADES 6-12 Electronic Music Making

NeW! Did you know that a variety of careers are rooted in audio music technology? Learn how to make music with computers in the NMC Audio Technology Studio. Discover how to use software applications like Logic Pro to quickly and easily write your own music. Learn how to program drums and craft unique synthesizer sounds, and get songwriting and production tips that take your musical ideas and turn them into complete songs! Ages 11 – 14

Electronic Music Making

Brady Corcoran | $149

#422 July 25 – 29 M–F NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm FH 110

Italian Mosaic Tile

Adam Phillip Begley | $149

#257 August 8 – 11 August 15

M – Th Mon

NMC Main Campus

F 130

Minecraft Redstone Engineers

Italian Mosaic Tile Art, Level 1 Learn the groutless Italian method of mosaic tile art. Leelanau artist Adam Phillip Begley trained in Italy and teaches workshops throughout the area for artists of all ages! This class teaches the specific method of placing ceramic tiles close together to create an image. Take home your image after this 4-day class. Ages 11 – 14

STEM

Kyle Warner | $165

#296 August 1 – 5 M–F University Center

Adam Phillip Begley | $125

#256 August 1 – 4 M – Th NMC Main Campus

1 pm – 3 pm 1 pm – 3 pm

1 pm – 3 pm F 130

Enroll now 231-995-1700 nmc.edu/kids

1 pm – 4 pm UC 205

Grades 6-12 Python Programmers

STEM

Ages 11 – 14 #234 July 18 – 22 M–F University Center

9 am – 12 pm UC 205

Sewing Basics & More! Make A Crossbody Or Shoulder Bag Are you ready to learn a lifelong skill to develop into a craft, hobby or career? Jessica Crawford, fabric artist and interior design retail business owner, will help you select a project that matches your personal taste and functional style! Create the project of your choice – either a shoulder bag or cross-body bag. Learn the basics of operating a sewing machine, plus other tools of the trade. Gain basic knowledge of hand stitching, cutting, and fguring a pattern, inserting a zipper or button, plus how to repair or personalize your own garments! Jessica will oversee your custom projects with extreme care and supervise the entire process with a creative eye and attention to detail. Jessica Crawford | $149

Ages 11 – 14

#254 July 25 – 28 M – Th NMC Main Campus

9 am – 12 pm SH 104

Electronic Music Making Sewing Basics & More! ROBLOX Coders & Entrepreneurs!

STEM

Ages 11 – 14

Kyle Warner | $165

#297 July 25 – 29 M–F University Center

1 pm – 4 pm UC 205

Sewing Basics & More! Make A Phone Clutch Or Duffel Bag Are you ready to learn a lifelong skill to develop into a craft, hobby or career? Jessica Crawford, fabric artist and interior design retail business owner, will help you select a project that matches your personal taste and functional style! Create the project of your choice – either a phone clutch or a duffel bag. Learn the basics of operating a sewing machine, plus other tools of the trade. Gain basic knowledge of hand stitching, cutting, and fguring a pattern, inserting a zipper or button, plus how to repair or personalize your own garments! Jessica will oversee your custom projects with extreme care and supervise the entire process with a creative eye and attention to detail. Ages 11 – 14

Jessica Crawford | $149

#255 July 25 – 28 M –Th NMC Main Campus

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1 pm – 4 pm SH 104

Grades 6-12 Battle Royale: Make Your First Fortnite-Style Video Game STEM Fans of Fortnite we need you! Instead of playing the game, design your own. Using a professional 3D game development software, build levels, and assets inspired by popular battle royale games like Fortnite. Students can participate in eSports League matches against other schools across the country with a chance to have their levels featured in the Black Rocket master build of the game! This course includes cartoonish action and battle sequences. Student-created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Offered in partnership with Black Rocket

Kyle Warner | $165

Ages 11 – 15

#293 July 11 – 15 M–F University Center

1 pm – 4 pm UC 205

Wheel And Hand-Built Pottery Take Flight With Women In Aviation

STEM

NeW!

Experience a high flying adventure with the Women in Aviation group at NMC. From Amelia Earhart through today’s high-tech aerospace industry, enjoy the amazing world of aviation and the opportunities for exciting careers. Encounter many facets of fight including fight planning and weather briefngs, tours of an Air Traffc Control Tower, and manipulating the controls of a fight simulator. Then, take to the skies with an NMC Flight Instructor for a 30 minute individual real fight lesson! Sign up early for this popular class. Ages 11 – 14

Samantha Warren | $299

#176 August 8 – 12 M–F Aero Park Campus

1 pm – 3 pm PS 218

Ukulele University Ukuleles are more popular than ever. They are inexpensive, easy to learn, portable, and so fun to play! Learn to play new songs each day and get hands-on instruction on basic chords and strums. Discover how to tune and maintain your instrument. Ages 11 – 14

Zeke Clemons | $59

#280 August 1 – 5 M–F NMC Main Campus

11 am – 12 pm F 105

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 fred at the end of the frst week and be ready for glazing the following Tuesday. Lisa Hockin | $179/wk

Ages 11 – 18 #252 June 20 – 24 June 28

M–F Tue

9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 12 pm

#253 July 18 – 22 July 26

M–F Tue

9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 12 pm

NMC Main Campus

F 135

Actor’s Workshop Have you imagined yourself on stage or do you want to further develop your acting and theatrical skills? Hone your creative abilities as you work with others to write, produce, and act in a play – that YOU create! Learn the art of acting, playwriting, and directing through exercises in dialogues, confict and confrontations, and improvisation. Demonstration and guided practice help develop creativity, confdence, and practical skills like literacy and public speaking. Participate in a fnal performance for family and friends on the last day. All levels welcome. Offered in partnership with Drama Kids

Ages 12 – 16

Rachael Harrell | $149

#261 July 18 – 22 M–F NMC Main Campus

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1 pm – 4 pm SH 217

Grades 6-12

Irish Dance

Photography Workshop

Discover Irish Dance (popularized by the Broadway show Riverdance) and how step-dancing fosters community spirit! Dance instructor, Pam McCormick, is on the faculty of Dance Arts Academy and will introduce a variety of traditional and modern Irish Dance steps, including Irish jigs, reels, jumps, ceili dances, rhythms, and more. Make new friends and express your “Celtic Spirit” with an art activity each day.

Attention aspiring photographers! Learn to use your camera as an imaginative tool to create exciting photographs. Gain experience shooting portraits, landscapes, close-ups, indoor scenes, and more! Get professional tips on lighting, composing your pictures, points of view, framing, and important camera settings. After taking lots of photos, learn how to use computer programs to edit and enhance your images bringing them to a whole new level.

NeW!

Ages 12 – 16

Pam McCormick | $59

#463 June 27 – 29 M–W NMC Main Campus

3:30 pm – 5 pm P 120

Ages 12 – 16

Josh Hartman | $149

#259 June 20 – 23 M – Th NMC Main Campus

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10 am – 12 pm F 120

Grades 6-12 Whodunit Mystery Theatre Camp

NeW! Collect clues, examine evidence, and follow the trail to the truth. This mystery camp is sure to keep campers guessing. Come join us for a week of crime solving. Campers will not only use their newly acquired CSI skills to solve a crime, but will be a character in the mystery as well. What a case it will be! Then take center stage as you perform in your own Whodunit while learning theatre techniques to help you shine! Campers will develop acting skills by exploring blocking, dramatic expression, movement, characterization, and script writing. All aspects, from acting and directing, to set design and costumes are covered as your team writes their own Mystery play. Can the audience solve your mystery? This course is perfect for new actors wanting to discover their dramatic side, as well as for those students wishing to continue to develop acting and public speaking skills and build confdence.

Lake Leelanau Rowing Club Summer Camps

NeW! Want to learn the sport of rowing or improve your rowing development? Row on beautiful Lake Leelanau out of historic Fountain Point Resort on the northern end of South Lake Leelanau. Waters are protected from the wind for 17+ miles of ideal open water unlike any other rowing space in the state of Michigan. Row in scull and sweep, as well as coastal boat rowing, which will be in the 2028 Olympics! Offered in partnership with Lake Leelanau Rowing Club

8 sessions | $329

Ages 12 – 18 #455 July 5 – 28

Tue, Thu

5 pm – 7 pm

4 sessions | $199

Ages 12 – 18

#451 July 6 – 27 Wed Coach Viktor Grebennykov

5 pm – 7 pm

Offered in partnership with Drama Kids

Ages 12 – 16

Rachael Harrell | $149

#260 August 8 – 12 M–F NMC Main Campus

9 am – 12 pm SH 217

America’s Boating Course In a boating emergency, quick thinking is vital to survival. Become a safe and confdent boater with this fundamental U.S. Power Squadron course. Successful completion qualifies you for personal watercraft operator certification in Michigan. Learn boat terminology, safe watercraft operation, rules and regs, boat navigation, and communication. We’ll discuss how to deal with a boat in adverse conditions and how to operate a boat trailer and a personal water craft (PWC). You will also learn how to tie knots that are essential to boating. Offered in Partnership with America’s Boating Company

Ages 12 – 18

A. Tattia, T. Stone, B. Bailey | $89

#136 June 20 – 23 M – Th Great Lakes Campus

9 am – 12 pm GL 101

America’s Boating Course

Rowing Club Teen Chefs Do you dream of cooking in your own restaurant or having your own food truck? Master the chef essentials: pick up savvy knife skills, learn to combine favors, and invent your own recipes. Explore exciting spices and trendy cuisines. Become more knowledgeable about healthy eating, and be a fresh pro in the kitchen. Ages 12 – 18

Rebecca Stewart | $139

#418 August 15 – 18 M – Th NMC Main Campus

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1 pm – 3 pm OC 129

Grades 6-12 Jumpstart To Financial Planning: Helpful & Easy Guide For Your Teen! NeW!

From Writing to Recording: Instant Rock Boot Camp

You have a job - now you need to know how to manage your money so that you can pay for and purchase the items on your wish list without asking for a loan or waiting for a gift. Don’t spend your money frivolously; learn the basics of banking and saving. Read a check stub, learn about different bank accounts and which one is best for investments, saving for college, or for large purchases, and how to use a debit or credit card responsibly. Understanding the basics of personal fnance and creating a good foundation at a young age will create a lifetime of fnancial success! Lin Benfeld | $59

Ages 14 – 18

From Writing To Recording: Instant Rock Boot Camp

NeW! FULL DAY! Get hands-on experience in the NMC Audio Technology Studio as you learn to use professional equipment. Working with microphones, recording software, and studio gear, you’ll not only write your own pieces, but also create recordings of your original music. Each day takes you a little deeper as you develop your skills. Using timetested techniques, you’ll learn to create songs and lyrics that really work. From exploratory jam sessions and chord structures to choosing the fow of words, you’ll sharpen your songwriting skills. As your music comes together, you’ll be ready to record your efforts. Lunch break included. Ages 13 – 18

Brady Corcoran | $299

#425 August 8 – 12 M–F NMC Main Campus

10 am – 2:30 pm FH 110

#263 August 15 – 17 M–W University Center

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Jumpstart To College Planning: Helpful & Easy Guide For Your Teen! Looking for help with college planning and scholarships but don’t know how to motivate them to start? Do you know scholarships can be applied for as early as middle school and some are super easy! Help your teen with this 4-session course on career interests, introductory resumé writing, and fnding and submitting scholarships – knowing where to fnd them is half the battle. Students will leave this interactive course with an important jump start including a resumé and several scholarship entries. Your teen will be empowered knowing college planning can be fun and not frightening! Lin Benfeld | $59

Ages 14 – 18 #262 August 15 – 18 M – Th University Center

3 pm – 4:30 pm UC 205

1 pm – 2:30 pm UC 205

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Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES ARTS

Beginning Tapestry

Printmaking I Students will be introduced to a wide variety of print media: relief, intaglio, embossing, and monotype. Gain knowledge of the history, conception, production, and presentation of achromatic prints. In addition to the scheduled class times, you will be allowed open studio privileges outside of scheduled classes. Fine Arts Building

Glenn Wolff | $529

#452 18 Tu/Th, May 10 - July 7

9 am – 12:50 pm

University Center

Rigid Heddle Weaving Are you curious about handweaving? Rigid Heddle looms are easy to use, portable, and less expensive than a multi-harness loom. With some experience and an experimental attitude, these looms can also do some very complicated weaving tricks. Become familiar with weaving vocabulary, fnishing techniques, and make a plain weave scarf. Additionally, you will learn how to design a second project and warp your loom for a second time. University Center

Tapestry is among the oldest forms of fine arts. Originally for cathedrals and castles, they were used to insulate big stone halls, illustrating battles, parables, and metaphors. While the techniques have not changed for centuries, the imagery has. Today‚ smaller, portable, personal size looms make it easier for more people to enjoy this art form. Learn how to warp a tapestry loom and explore different ways to create shapes using slits, interlocks, and other types of joins. Then learn fnishing and mounting techniques. Students who have woven tapestry before may explore advanced techniques. Nancy McRay | $149/ea

#484 3 Wed., May 18 - June 1 #485 3 Wed., July 6 - July 20

6 pm – 8:30 pm 9:30 am – 12 pm

Nancy McRay | $179/ea

#482 4 Wed., May 11 - June 1

6 pm – 8:30 pm

#483 4 Wed., June 29 - July 20

9:30 am – 12 pm

Painting With Acrylics: Cherry Blossoms Welcome spring with your paintbrush and take home your own masterpiece! Northern Michigan cherry blossoms are a lovely reminder that long warm days are headed our way. You will spend the frst part of this class learning about the essentials of mixing paint colors and using different brushes, and then work on your own 11 x 14 canvas. Bring a photo of cherry blossoms for reference. Fine Arts Building

Eleonora Hayes | $69

#160 Sat., May 14

10 am – 2 pm

Flower Painting For Spring Welcome the warmer weather by celebrating the reemergence of the colorful and beautiful spring flowers of Northern Michigan after their winter slumber, whether in our gardens or in their native settings. Start with sketching, and then introduce color by applying watercolor techniques and special effects. All materials included, but you may bring your own supplies if you prefer. The instructor will bring fresh fowers as a reference. Great Lakes Campus

Painting Birds Do you love watching birds? Learn how to capture birds in their natural settings on watercolor paper. Start with sketching, and then introduce color by applying watercolor techniques and special effects. All materials included, but you may bring your own supplies if you prefer. Bring a photo or two of a bird(s) in nature as a reference. Great Lakes Campus #429 2 Wed., June 1 and 8

Jan Oliver | $79

#430 2 Mon., May 16 and 23

Beginning Tapestry

6:30 pm – 9 pm

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Jan Oliver | $79 6:30 pm – 9 pm

Age AgeSubcategory Subcategory ADULT CLASSES Painting With Acrylics: Lake Michigan Beach

Painting With Acrylics: Birch Trees

When you close your eyes and picture yourself on a quiet beach, where do you go? Transport yourself to your favorite special spot and capture the beauty and serenity with acrylic paints on an 11 x 14 canvas. Artist Eleonora Hayes demonstrates her methods of combining realistic landscapes with the dreamlike emotions they evoke. You will be introduced to the basics of using acrylic paints on canvas, essential color mixing, and how to use different brushes.

The papery white bark of birch trees make them easy to identify and they also are described as the elegant tenants of the Michigan forests. Capture the beauty of Birch Trees with acrylic paints on an 11 x 14 inch canvas. Artist Eleonora Hayes demonstrates her methods of combining realistic landscapes with the dreamlike emotions they evoke. You will be introduced to the basics of using acrylic paints on canvas, essential color mixing, and how to use different brushes. Bring a photo of birch trees for reference.

Scholars Hall

Eleonora Hayes | $69

#556 2 Tues., June 7 and 14

6 pm – 8 pm

Scholars Hall

Eleonora Hayes | $69

#557 Sat., June 18

10 am – 2:30 pm

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Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES An Evening Of Improvisation Have you ever wondered how comedians and actors think so quickly on their feet? How they are able to respond to questions and suggestions and even make up dialogue when someone forgets a line? It’s improvisation, and it is A LOT of fun! Take this intro to Improvisation class with Broadway actress, Jennifer Little, to dip your toes into the fun world of responding more quickly, thinking faster, and coming up with those wonderful one liners that we love! Two hours of learning to say “yes” that will not only leave you laughing but offer you skills for interviews, meetings, and frst dates. Bring yourself and a willingness to say “yes” and have some fun. Scholars Hall

Jennifer Little | $49

#480 Tues., June 21

6 pm – 8 pm

Italian Mosaic Tile Art, Level 1 Learn the groutless Italian method of mosaic tile art. Leelanau artist Adam Phillip Begley trained in Italy and teaches workshops throughout the area for artists of all ages! This class teaches the specific method of placing ceramic tiles close together to create an image. Bring basic safety goggles. All other supplies provided but you are welcome to bring any extra ceramic tiles you may have from past home improvement projects! Fine Arts Building

CULINARY Date Night: Crêpes Françaises Authentiques Date Night is a great excuse to spend time with someone special - your mom, your partner, or your best friend! Enjoy a night out while learning new things and eating great food. There is nothing more French than a crêpe except, perhaps, Chef Vanessa Grasset at Crêpes and Co. In this class, Chef Vanessa shares the secret to mixing and making perfectly airy, paper-thin crepes that elevate everything they enfold. They are quick to prepare and can be served any time of day. Try her French-style crêpe plate and learn to make crêpes with equipment you already have at home. Prepare sweet and savory fllings for a complete crêpe-making experience. Oleson Center

Vanessa Grasset | $149

#167 Tues., May 3

6 pm – 9 pm

Adam Phillip Begley | $119

#494 Tues - Thurs., Aug 16 - 18

6 pm – 8:30 pm

Italian Mosaic Tile Art, Level 2 Material art started with mosaics in the ancient world. Join Leelanau artist Adam Phillip Begley and get an introduction to creating your own mosaic fsh or bird design. Working with ceramic tile you will cut, arrange, glue, and grout your frst fnished piece to bring home and hang on a wall. Moreover, you will leave with the tools and knowledge of how to create more works of art. Bring rags or cotton towels plus basic safety goggles. All other supplies provided but you are welcome to bring any extra ceramic tiles you may have from past home improvement projects! Fine Arts Building

Adam Phillip Begley | $149

#495 Mon-Wed., Mon., Aug 22-24, 29 6pm–8:30pm

Crêpes Françaises Authentiques Italian Spring Flavors NeW!

Spring is on the way and so are its vegetables! Italy is already full of artichokes, asparagus, peas, greens, and more. Come join in a fresh pasta making class with an abundance of spring veggies. We will make artichoke and mascarpone tortelloni, spring pesto, and pea risotto along with handmade pasta and sauces. Be ready to work and enjoy the lusciousness of spring eating. Buon Apetito! Oleson Center #520 Tues., May 10

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Janene Silverman | $79 6 pm – 9 pm

Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES Amazing Asparagus

Wake Up And Smell The Rosé

Michigan is the second largest producer of asparagus. In this culinary journey, explore some of the many ways to enjoy this local vegetable. Learn how to make a rich and creamy dairy-free asparagus soup, bacon/ asparagus twists, garlic shrimp and asparagus with roasted lemon butter, asparagus/goat cheese/bacon tart, and more. Oleson Center

Maggi Steele | $79

#445 Thurs., May 26

6 pm – 9 pm

NeW! This introductory course is created to demystify the world of wine making it approachable to everyone that wishes to immerse themselves a little further. You will learn how to correctly taste wine, learn about the different styles, names, and regions of the grape, and taste several different styles of rosé. When finished you will feel confident in your wine tasting skills and have the ability to approach wine in a whole new light. Brian Lillie | $99 #448 2 Thurs., July 21 and 28

7 pm – 9 pm

Where In The World Is Sauvignon Blanc?

NeW! This introductory course is created to demystify the world of wine making it approachable to everyone that wishes to immerse themselves a little further. You will learn how to correctly taste wine, learn about the different styles, names, and regions of the grape, and taste several different styles of Sauvignon Blanc. When fnished you will feel confdent in your wine tasting skills and have the ability to approach wine in a whole new light.

Amazing Asparagus

Brian Lillie | $99

Allergen-Free Baking Eating a healthy diet does not mean giving up your favorite breakfast breads or going without a tasty wrap for your tacos or burritos! Learn how to make muffns, scones, and tortillas that are totally allergen-free. All recipes in this class contain no gluten, dairy, soy, eggs or nuts! You will use whole foods and whole fours that pack in iron, magnesium, potassium, and fber that are usually missing from commercial brands. These delights are tasty and easy to make. Oleson Center #453 Tues., June 21

#449 2 Thurs., Aug. 11 and 18

Carol Bell | $79 6 pm – 8:30 pm

Summer Citrus

NeW! Make your mouth water by adding some citrus to recipes! Limes, lemons, and oranges can be a welcome flavor enhancer! Learn how to juice citrus and fnd out how easy it is to make your own lemon curd. Chili lime shrimp cups, orange and dark chocolate salad, and blueberry lemon curd pastry will be a few of the recipes you will make. Oleson Center #486 Tues., June 28

Where In The World Is Sauvignon Blanc?

Maggi Steele | $79 6 pm – 9 pm

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7 pm – 9 pm

Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES FITNESS & WELLNESS Forever Fit With Maggie Join instructor Maggie Quinn in two livestream ftness classes each week: Total Barre and Gentle Pilates. Total Barre Foundation is a high-energy program that focuses on strength, flexibility, stamina, and dynamic stability. You will combine elements from Pilates, dance, cardio, and strength training, all choreographed to music. Gentle Pilates restores the natural curves of your spine and balances the muscles around your joints with an emphasis on pelvic and scapular stabilization. Results include improved fexibility, mobility, core strength, and overall well-being. Participants are welcome to join after this class has started. Livestream

Maggie Quinn | $199

#440 22 Tues/Wed., May 3 - July 13

8 am – 9 am

Forever Fit With Ginny Join Ginny for Forever Fit with the Fitness Ball and Continuing Pilates. The Fitness Ball integrates the principles of pilates while using a large ftness ball to increase your body’s awareness in space while working in three dimensions. Increase your balance, strength, stabilization, and endurance. Continuing Pilates offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the classic essential exercises and challenge you with both intermediate and advanced versions. Results include improved fexibility, mobility, core strength, balance, and overall well-being. Participants are welcome to join after this class has started. Livestream

Ginny Mello | $199

#441 20 Mon/Thurs., May 2 - July 14

8 am – 9 am

Fitness Conditioning Condition your entire body by using a variety of modalities like Pilates, yoga, strength training, and cardio. By using many different types of exercises that incorporate fexibility, strength, and resistance, you will build strength, agility, and power. Each hourlong class will challenge your mind and body, since no two classes are the same. Low impact modifcations will be offered. Physical Education Bldg.

Gentle Yoga Find out why so many have found that yoga improves fexibility, strength, posture, and balance, as well as physical and spiritual wellness. Instructor Margaret Bennett’s Gentle Yoga is designed for people of any level of physical ability who prefer a more mindful, gentle practice. Livestream

#510 6 Tues., May 24 - June 28 10:30am–11:30am Livestream

Margaret Bennett | $59

#511 5 Tues., July 19 - Aug 16

10:30am–11:30am

Gentle Yoga: Ancient Wisdom For Present Times This gentle practice of yoga cultivates mindfulness along with physical and spiritual wellbeing. Instructor Margaret Bennett weaves ancient wisdom teaching and philosphy into this class that is designed to comfort, inspire, and provide insight to help us grow during diffcult days and celebrate life in any circumstance. Livestream

Margaret Bennett | $69

#519 6 Wed., May 25 - June 29 10:30am–11:30am Livestream

Margaret Bennett | $59

#512 5 Wed., July 20 - Aug 17

10:30am–11:30am

Meditation: Beginning & Advancing The past couple of years have proven to be quite a challenge; many of us are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious. Even brief periods of meditation practice can reduce the effects of stress, balance emotions, boost immune function, and improve overall physical and spiritual well-being. For this livestream class, seated in a chair at home, you will learn meditation techniques and breath exercises with instructor, Margaret Bennett. Includes discussion around the meditation experience, and the maturing of the mind. Livestream

Margaret Bennett | $69

#517 6 Wed., May 25 - June 29 Livestream

Marcia Talicska | $139

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12 pm – 1 pm

Margaret Bennett | $59

#518 5 Wed., July 20 - Aug 17

#523 11 Mon/Wed., May 23 - Jun 29 5:30pm–6:30pm

Margaret Bennett | $69

12 pm – 1 pm

Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES Mid-Day Meditation

Incredible Babies Parenting Series

The last year has brought many challenges. Are you seeking ways to tune into yourself and the world in which we live, without feeling overwhelmed? Join experienced instructor, Margaret Bennett, to learn this life changing practice. With a busy and thoughtful mind that does not like sitting still and quiet, this class will gently bring you into the space with guided meditation and other strategies that make it easier. Find clarity and calm the effects of stress on the body. Livestream

Margaret Bennett | $55

#513 6 Fri., May 27 - July 1 12:15 pm – 12:45 pm Livestream

Margaret Bennett | $49

#514 5 Fri., July 22 - Aug 19 12:15 pm – 12:45 pm

NeW! Your baby is only a baby once. Help them feel loved, safe, and secure while sharing your parenting journey with other new parents like you. The Incredible Babies Parenting Series is a weekly support and discussion group for parents and their babies. Learn how to promote baby’s development and create a stimulating home environment that will set your baby up for their best and brightest future and give you confdence in your parenting. Whether you are a frst-time parent‚ or this is your second, third, or fourth child‚ all parents and caregivers of infants 0-6 months are welcome. University Center

Rebecca Swenson | $159

#522 10 Tues., Jun 21 - Aug. 23 10:30 am – 12 pm

Chair Yoga Be the best version of yourself - explore your potential with yoga! Enjoy the benefits of the essential elements of yoga in a seated position at home. Yoga improves fexibility, posture, balance, and spiritual and mental wellness. Practice a variety of yoga poses and discover the rewards of gentle stretches, postures, and relaxation through breathing and meditation. All levels and abilities are welcome. Livestream

Margaret Bennett | $59

#515 6 Fri., May 27 - July 1 Livestream

1 pm – 1:45 pm

Margaret Bennett | $49

#516 5 Fri., July 22 - Aug 19

1 pm – 1:45 pm

Yoga For Back Issues, Level I NeW!

Regardless of age, activity level, and current back condition, this therapeutic, educational class will bring relief to your current back situtation. Most importantly, you’ll learn basic yoga movements that you can practice at home in an effort to ease, and possibly remedy, your back issue. Yoga for Health Education TC Libby Robold | $185 #526 9 Tues., June 21 - Aug 16

5 pm – 6:15 pm

Side Flow Yoga For All Levels

N eW! Connecting yoga poses in a flowing sequence is called vinyasa. Learning the basics of foundation in our Beginning or Beginning & Beyond classes is best before doing a fowing type of yoga, which requires good health and strength. Side flows compliment sun flows with the majority of poses moving laterally, thus minimizing upper body weight bearing positions. Side flows are great for strengthening legs, opening hips and shoulders, and increasing stability and stamina. Yoga for Health Education TC Libby Robold | $105

MORE GrEaT YoGA FOR HEaLtH ClASsES Beginning Yoga #509 Sunrise Flow Yoga #504 Continuing Yoga #505 Kundalini Yoga Fire Series #506 Yoga for Arthritis & Stiff Bodies #507 Yoga - Beginning & Beyond #508

#527 9 Wed., June 22 - Aug 17 10:15am–11:15am

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Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES WRITING

HOME & HOBBY

Story Writing Workshop

Backyard Conservation

Explore the elements of storytelling, whether as non-fction or fction, in a workshop setting under the guidance of novelist and narrative writing instructor Stephen Lewis. You will write regularly, a couple of pages a week, which we will subject to peer critiquing during our classes. Critiqued works will be saved for the writer in a new fle so that suggested changes can be studied, accepted, or rejected. Emphasis will be on effective narration, including such principles as “show rather than tell,” all designed to encourage the reader to want to fnd out what happens next.

Based upon the teachings of Douglas Tallamy and E. O. Wilson, Cheryl discusses ecological gardening principles to use native plants and ecological gardening practices. Topics include invasive species, plants for pollinators and caterpillars and traditional versus native plant landscape design using her yard’s demonstration gardens as examples.

University Center

Landscaping A Pocket Meadow

Stephen Lewis | $99

#446 5 Thurs., June 2 - 30

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Transform Your Health: Write To Heal NeW!

Write to heal! Expressive writing has the power to help you reduce your heart rate and blood pressure, minimize stress, strengthen your immune system, and improve your self-esteems. You do not need to have writing experience or aspirations in order to participate. In this expressive writing course, the instructor will lead you through a progression of restorative writing exercises to help you access your inner healing voice and create a coherent personal narrative that tells a meaningful story about your life. University Center

University Center #490 Thurs., May 19

Cheryl Gross | $39 1 pm – 2:30 pm

Replacing a section of non-native turf grass with a pocket meadow can go a long way to increasing biodiversity and habitat available in our yards. This design can be quite small, or larger if the space is available. The beds are planted predominately in grasses with a smaller proportion of meadow wildfowers included. University Center #489 Tues., July 12

Carolyn Thayer | $39 1 pm – 2:30 pm

Rebecca Swenson | $99

#521 6 Wed., July 13 - Aug 17

5 pm – 6:30 pm

GlOBAL CERtIFICATE PrOGrAM Coming this Fall!

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Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES Manage Storm Water Runoff With Native Plants & Hardscape Materials

Mah Jongg Madness

This course concentrates on how Michigan native plants protect our supply of fresh water. Solve storm water runoff problems at the source, learn how to design a rain garden, how to create stormwater runoff buffer strips, and how to protect and revegetate shorelines. Discover lawn alternatives and helpful hardscape materials.

Are you looking for a new mental challenge? Learn the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg–a game of skill coupled with wit and fortune. Examine a brief history of the game, the tiles and cards used, and rules set by the National Mah Jongg League. Experience actual playing time to apply what you learn. Mastery of the game takes practice and patience, and your effort will be repaid many times over by the enjoyment derived.

University Center

Carolyn Thayer | $59

#488 2 Thurs., July 21 and 28

1 pm – 3 pm

DIY Construction: New Building & Remodeling For The Do-It-Yourselfer The course topics in these sessions will be student-driven based on interest and need. Three sessions will focus on: 1) site selection, dirtwork, foundation choices that are easy or save money; 2) framing, insulation, energy effciency tips and tricks; and 3) mechanical, electrical, plumbing strategies for getting it done economically. Each session includes a brief overview followed by participant-led Q and A so that each person leaves with practical advice they use in a current project. University Center #487 3 Tues., May 10 - 24

Ben Rogers | $69 6 pm – 7:30 pm

Building For Climate Change This class will take a new look at materials and systems that can reduce CO2 emissions. Discussions will include renewable energy, embodied energy in materials, and building designs that store or sequester carbon. Learn about the essential construction techniques that promote healthy and effcient buildings. Whether you are a professional contractor or planning to build your own home, you’ll get information on how to build in a way that helps halt and reverse climate change. Helping to restore our environment while planning and building a new home can be a rewarding experience. Aero Park Laboratories #456 3 Tues., May 17 - 31

Gary Cook | $149 10 am – 12 pm

Pamela Shaberly | $79

#432 4 Tues., May 24 - June 14

1 pm – 4 pm

Short Local Hikes Experience gorgeous hiking trails with a group of nature lovers! Returning students welcome. These guided walks are different trails than the last listing in 2021, and include two more for a total of five trails. Each hike is no longer than two miles. Bring water, wear walking/hiking footwear, and dress for the weather. Each week‚ class locations and meeting point will be emailed to registered students shortly before class begins. Enrollment is limited. If weather prohibits a class meeting, make-up class will be scheduled. Gloria Halligan | $69 #465 5 Fri., April 29 - May 27 10:30am–11:45am

America’s Boating Course Learn the fundamentals of safe boating in this core U.S. Power Squadron course. Successful completion qualifes you for personal watercraft operator certifcation in Michigan. Topics include: boat components and safe operation; the rules and regulations as they apply to boating in the USA and state of Michigan; boat navigation; and communication. Learn how to deal with a boat in adverse conditions, operate boating equipment such as a boat trailer and personal water craft (PWC), and tie knots that are essential to safe boating. Must attend each day to achieve certifcation. Offered in partnership with America’s Boating Club

Livestream

J. Williams, T. Stone, B. Bailey | $99

#116 3 Mon., May 9 - 23

6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Intro To Hang Gliding & Paragliding Do you long to fly? This course introduces you to both adventure sports from the ground up. The frst meeting is in the classroom, and the second meeting in the feld includes setting up the equipment as well as a time for questions. University Center

Ben Rogers | $59/ea

#464 2 Thurs., May 19 and 26

6 pm – 8 pm

#558 2 Thurs., July 14 and 21

6 pm – 8 pm

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Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES

Small Town Hikes Visit the pictuesque and sweet small towns in the counties that surround Traverse City and see why they are favorite haunts for recreational hikers. These guided hikes will meet for a shorter near-town trail walk and/or a town walk through. Bring water, wear walking/hiking footwear, and dress for the weather. Each week‚ class locations and meeting point will be emailed to registered students shortly before class begins. Enrollment is limited. If weather prohibits a class meeting, make-up class will be scheduled. Gloria Halligan | $89 #466 4 Tues., May 24 - June 14

10:30am–12pm

Rowing: Introduction For Adults Want to learn the sport of rowing or inprove your rowing development? Row on beautiful Lake Leelanau out of historic Fountain Point Resort on the northern end of South Lake Leelanau. Waters are protected from the wind for 17+ miles of ideal open water unlike any other rowing space in the state of Michigan. Row in scull and sweep, as well as coastal boat rowing, which will be in the 2028 Olympics! Fountain Point

Caroline Shaeffer-Hill | $199

#524 4 Tues., June 7 - 28

5pm–7pm

Great Lakes Fishing Charter: Catch & Cook Head to the Elmwood Marina and meet up with Captain Scott Anderson of Far-Fetched Fishing Charters for a morning of Lake Michigan fshing fun. Ply the West Bay waters as you work to land a mighty king salmon or the powerful lake trout. Cap off the day as you enjoy a meal served with a Lake Michigan fare and prepared by Harrington’s on M22. It is cool on the open water, so dress warmly. Limited to six participants. Please register at least one week ahead. Cost includes lunch. Elmwood Twp. Marina

Capt. Scott Anderson | $199

#139 Sun., June 26

8am–2pm

Music Appreciation This course is a survey of the history of Western Music from medieval Europe to the present. Each music era of Western culture will be examined in regards to signifcant composers and compositions. This course places a strong emphasis on learning to listen, and provides the opportunity to become familiar with the basic elements of music. No musical background or training is assumed or required. Online #450 June 13 - Aug 8

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Mezraq Ramli | $399 24/7

Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES NORTHERN NATURALIST This continuing education certifcate program focuses on the Northern Michigan natural environment. Learners complete 65 combined classroom and feld course hours. There are 24 qualifying classes offered in Summer 2022.

Environmental Studies: A Northern Michigan Overview How is the environment in Northern Michigan changing? What are the most pressing ecological issues facing our region? Explore issues pertinent to our forests, wetlands, the Great Lakes, and the human population. Sessions cover natural history, regional ecology, environmental management, and sustainability. Gain a stronger sense of place, new insights, and practical knowledge in this up-to-date overview. Sessions cover natural history, regional ecology, environmental management, regenerative agriculture, and sustainability. Emily Umbarger | $85 #458 M/W/F, June 6, 8, 10

1 pm – 3:30 pm

Interlochen Arts Academy Sustainability Garden

Introduction To Backyard Beetending Are you bee-curious, considering backyard beetending? Are you a new-bee, seeking community and stronger skills as a new beetender? Learn the basics from Willow and Janna, co-coordinators of the Benzie Bee Guild. Topics covered will include bees and colony life, how bees work, and how northern beekeepers follow the cycle of the seasons. Taught from a stewardship perspective, you will learn actions to help your bees thrive, not just survive. Every student will receive a resource packet with useful beekeeping information. Optional text, Natural Beekeeping, by Ross Conrad, is available online and from your local bookstores. Jon Willow & Janna Urbansic | $59 #461 Sat., June 11

9 am – 12 pm

#554 Sat., June 11

1 pm – 4 pm

Interlochen Arts Academy Sustainability Garden

EaRn YoUR NORtHERn NATURALISt CERtIFICATE Introduction To Backyard Beetending #461, 554 Environmental Studies: A Northern Michigan Overview #458 Zero Waste: Is That Even Possible? #493 Eating To Reverse Global Warming #492 Save The Scraps! #497 Vermiculture: Building Soil With Worms #498 Composting 101: Food Scraps, Yard Waste & Wood - Oh My! #499 Natural Solutions For Erosion Management: Meet Landscaping For The Lakes #500 Northern Michigan Geology #426 Northern Michigan Glacial Landforms #427 Storm Science #552 Kayak River Tour #477 Guide To Tree Identifcation #428 Botany Tours #501, 502, 503 Wild Michigan Orchids & Other Rare Plants #468 Sedges Of Northern Michigan #476 Wetland Wildfowers #467 Mushrooms Of Late Summer #479 Multi-Layered Benefts Of Perennial Food Forests #491 Wetland Communities Of Northern Michigan #478 Collaborating with Carbon: Practical Drawdown Strategies #496

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Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES Natural Solutions For Erosion Management: Meet Landscaping For The Lakes Michigan has a lot of surface and watershed to protect, rain events are getting more dramatic and shorelines are always changing. Learn to reduce risk to water resources through improved land management practices… compost applications! Learn the benefts from small to large scale to improve water quality, and how we can make a difference in sustaining our beautiful lakes and mitigating climate change. Grand Traverse Commons

Jennifer Flynn | $59

#500 Tues., August 2

9 am – 11 am

Eating To Reverse Global Warming Let’s break bread together! From synthetic fertilizers to livestock emissions, deforestation to food waste, our industrialized food systems have become the number one cause of global warming. This workshop will explore ways we can transform food production and consumption practices to instead regenerate the soils, the waters, and the atmosphere. Not only can we reverse global warming by eating well, we can make space for more people, more pollinators, and a circular economy. The fun doesn’t stop with food production - there are treasures to be unlocked as we handle food wastes too. We’ll practice with healthy, tasty snacks! Grand Traverse Commons

Composting 101: Food Scraps, Yard Waste & Wood - Oh My! Do you wish your trash bins weren’t so full of wet, stinky stuff? Learn about the processes and the magnifcent organisms that turn your trash into valuable soil amendments! We’ll cover the basics about what materials can go into different composting systems, how to launch a small system in your own backyard, and the benefts that come from compost. Grand Traverse Commons

Jennifer Flynn | $59

#499 Thurs., August 4

9 am – 11 am

Vermiculture: Building Soil With Worms Learn about the soil building benefts of worm-based composting! Disover what makes worms happy, and how to prevent problems. Leave with your own starter worm kit and frst ‘herd’ of worms. Grand Traverse Commons #498 Tues., August 9

Jennifer Flynn | $79 9 am – 11 am

Zero Waste: Is It Even Possible? Spoiler alert: Homo sapiens have been creating layered hills of trash for tens of thousands of years. How can we hack a system designed toward landflls? We’ll talk about the HUGE role better waste management can play in our economy and in our air and water quality. We’ll explore our state-wide waste system and also answer why it is so hard to know what is and is not recyclable. Discuss questions and solutions with instructors who are focused on getting to Zero Waste. Let’s minimize the stink and hunt for buried triple-bottom-line treasure in our trash! Grand Traverse Commons #493 Thurs., August 11

Sarna Salzman | $59 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

#492 Thurs., August 18

Sarna Salzman | $59 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

HOW TO COoL A PlANET Tired of global warming? Overwhelmed by the magnitude of multi-national problems? Want to tap into practical, actionable solutions relevant to life in Michigan? Join the staff and guests of SEEDS Ecology & Education Centers in exploring research-backed strategies that will not only halt the growth of carbon emissions, but draw carbon back down into the earth and reverse global warming. Whether you are a householder, an institutional leader, or government offcial, learn about realistic solutions relevant to you and Michigan - solutions that offer positive benefts for people, the planet, and our economy. Some strategies are easy, beautiful, or tasty!

Offered in partnership with SEEDS: Natural Solutions For Erosion Management: Meet Landscaping For The Lakes #500 Composting 101: Food Scraps, Yard Waste & Wood - Oh My! #499 Vermiculture: Building Soil With Worms #498 Zero Waste: Is It Even Possible? #493 Eating To Reverse Global Warming #492 Save The Scraps! #497 Multi-Layered Benefits Of Perennial Food Forests #491 Collaborating With Carbon: Practical Drawdown Strategies #496

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ADULT CLASSES BOTANY TOURS

MAy 13 ClAy ClIFfS NATURAL AREa #503 JUNE 28 GOoD HARbOR BEaCh #502

JULY 15 KEHl LAKE NATURAL AREa #501

Save The Scraps!

Northern Michigan Glacial Landforms

Food scraps are a major source of carbon emissions in the US. Before they hit the compost they can be turned into more edible treats. Learn about multiple methods to save food scraps to incorporate into delicious dishes, as well as how to preserve the abundance of harvests for yourself and your community. Stretch your food budget while reducing carbon emissions. We will cover basic techniques from fermentation to canning and curing to drying.

Glaciers were a significant force in the formation of our region. Join NMC Geology Professor, Robb Houston, as he guides you in an exploration of our local glacial landforms. We will use aerial photographs, topographic maps, and soil survey equipment to discover the origin of beach ridges, moraines, kettles, and stream-related landforms. The course begins with a brief in-lab discussion followed by a half-day field trip to geological sites of interest throughout the area. The tour involves hikes on uneven terrain. Van transportation is provided; bring sack lunch.

Grand Traverse Commons

Jennifer Flynn | $59

#497 Thurs., August 25

3 pm – 6 pm

Health & Science Building

Storm Science

#427 Tues., July 19

NeW!

Do you fnd yourself looking towards the sky when storms roll in but not knowing exactly what you are seeing or why? Then Storm Science is the class for you! Join NMC Faculty member Tiffani Wilke and explore both winter and summer storms through experimentation, demonstrations, discussion, and games. Discover why storms form and the hazards that accompany them. By the end of the class you will be able to explain what you have seen in the past and be more weather wise when the next storm rolls in. Health & Science Building

Tiffani Wilke | $129

#552 5 Tu/Th., June 14 - 28

Explore the formation of the northern Michigan landscape through a classroom, lab, and field trip experience. Guided by NMC Geology Professor, Robb Houston, learn about the Paleozoic rock layers, their fossils, and the relationship of rock layers to more recent geologic processes. A lab half-day provides core information for a full day of discovery visiting geologic sites. The feld trip involves walking up to a mile in wooded terrain. #426 Wed., July 13 Thurs.., July 14

10 am – 4 pm

Kayak River Tour There is no better way to experience a northern Michigan river than by paddling its calm waters and enjoying its unique wildlife! On this guided tour, students will explore Grass River by kayak and fnd out about Grass River Natural Area’s conservation efforts, wetland ecology, and Michigan wildlife. Grass River Natural Area #477 Wed., July 13

James Dake | $89 9 am – 12 pm

6 pm – 8 pm

Northern Michigan Geology

Health & Science Building

Robb Houston | $99

Robb Houston | $125 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Guide To Tree Identification Experience a leisurely 3-hour guided walk, on level ground, in the woods with an ISA certifed arborist. Become familiar with the majestic and varied trees and shrubs of northern Michigan. Learn their unique physical characteristics, their habitat, and growing conditions. With your newfound knowledge, you will be ready to practice tree identifcation and skills on future nature walks. This course qualifes toward the Naturalist Certifcate. Dress to walk outdoors. Bo Burke | $49 #428 Tues., May 17

8:30 am – 4 pm

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1 pm – 4 pm

Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES Wetland Wildflowers

Mushrooms Of Late Summer

The wildfowers of Michigan’s wetlands are unique and striking. Take a walk through Grass River’s boardwalk trails that give you access to some of the most exquisite wetlands in northern Michigan as we learn the natural history and conservation of these gorgeous fowering plants.

Late summer is an excellent time to search the fungi of the forest. Join us for a naturalist-led fungus foray in search of the interesting fungi of August. We will learn tips and tricks to identify the mushrooms of Michigan and make a collection for group identifcation.

Grass River Natural Area

Emily Burke | $39

#467 Thurs., June 2

1 pm – 3 pm

Arlene Westhoven | $39

#479 Thurs., August 25

10 am – 12 pm

Wild Michigan Orchids And Other Rare Plants

Wetland Communities Of Northern Michigan

Orchids are fascinating, beautiful, and rare plants – and Northern Michigan has some of the best. Learn about these important environmental indicators in an exclusive off-trail expedition to see rare orchids and other amazing plants that grow with them, like carnivorous pitcher plants and sundews, in some of the lesser known areas of Grass River. Limited space. Must be able to walk on some uneven and very wet terrain for the hike. Muck boots are recommended.

Did you know that Michigan has over 70 distinct natural communities? Many of these are wetland communities. Our natural communities are classifed by the plants, animals, other organisms, and environmental conditions that make a landscape look the way they do. Have you ever wondered what makes a fen different from a bog, or a swamp different than a thicket? We’ll help you understand the big picture of natural communities and give you a deeper understanding of the northern Michigan landscape.

Grass River Natural Area #468 Wed., June 15

James Dake | $39 10 am – 12 pm

Sedges Of Northern Michigan Sedges are wonderful plants that are often overlooked because they can be diffcult to identify. But in some wetland environments they are some of the most numerous and common plants! When you take the time to slow down and look at them closely, you find they are quite attractive and simple to identify. This feld class will walk you through a variety of wetland communities as we learn some of the most common sedges you are likely to encounter in Northern Michigan. By the end of the class you will walk away with an identifcation guide and a newfound appreciation for these unique plants. Grass River Natural Area #476 Fri., June 24

James Dake | $39 10 am – 12 pm

Multi-Layered Benefits Of Perennial Food Forests Explore food production within a forest system and the multiple functions these systems serve in carbon sequestration, wildlife habitat creation, and food and medicine production. You will learn some of the basics of perennial food forest planning, enjoy tastes of perennial foods and take home some simple ideas to implement perennial foods in your home garden. Grand Traverse Commons #491 Wed., July 27

Grass River Natural Area

Emily Burke | $39

#478 Tues., August 23

10 am – 12 pm

Collaborating With Carbon: Practical Drawdown Strategies This workshop is an introduction to the many, many ways to heal our planet. The extraordinarily collaborative carbon molecule is our friend and is key to reversing global warming. Learn about different greenhouse gasses, where they come from, and why they matter. Gain a science-based understanding of the different sectors and strategies that can prevent and sequester atmospheric carbon and the scale needed to affect global change. Whether you lead a corporate industry, or simply manage your own household, explore the many ways you might choose to contribute to the global carbon solution we all need. Drawdown is the moment we stop adding carbon into the atmosphere and start drawing it back into our soils and oceans. Explore locally relevant strategies based on current economics and known best practices. Livestream #496 Thurs., September 1

Jennifer Flynn | $59 9 am – 11 am

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Sama Salzman | $59 10 am – 12 p

Age Subcategory ADULT CLASSES INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT STEVE STANTON

WORK & CAREER Getting The Most Out Of Your iPhone Learn how to use your iPhone to its fullest potential. From identifying function buttons and settings, to using Safari to access the internet, and everything in between, you will discover tips and techniques to get the most out of this powerful smartphone. Have your fully charged iPhone on hand so that you can practice at the same time. Not only will you be able to see instructor Steve Stanton’s face as he talks you through the curriculum, he will have a special camera set up to show you what everything looks like up close on an iPhone. You are three one-hour session away from being a much more confdent iPhone user! University Center

Steve Stanton, B.S., conducts technology-related training programs for various organizations across Michigan, and also has a computer service, repair and training business in Suttons Bay. Steve regularly teaches Extended Education classes with NMC, focused on helping folks understand and utilize new technology. For Steve, the most rewarding part of teaching is the “lightbulb moment” when he can see things start to make sense for his students. He loves when his students return to him to learn something new. Check out Steve’s upcoming summer classes!

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Getting The Most Out Of Your iPhone #469 & #470

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More iPhone #471

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Getting The Most Out Of Your iPad #472

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Password Management 101 #473

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Zoom Made Easy #474

Steve Stanton | $49

#469 Tues., May 10

1 pm – 4 pm

#470 Tues., June 21

1 pm – 4 pm

Cyber Security Best Practices NeW!

In today’s digital world, we are constantly exposed to Cyber threats. Data breaches, malware, social engineering, and identity theft are just a few of the cyber threats that threaten the safety of our data and privacy. In this course, students will learn about security best practices and how they can protect themselves from these and other cyber threats. University Center #555 Wed., May 18

Scott Goethals | $29 6 pm – 7:30 pm

More iPhone Build on the skills you gained in the first iPhone course. Expand the functionality of your device as you learn its multi-tasking capabilities. Discover AirDrop, how to take screenshots, keyboard shortcuts, dictation, printing, photo editing, and more. Learn how you can adjust Siri settings and get the most from your voice commands. It is helpful to have taken Getting the Most Out Of Your iPhone, but not required. Have your fully charged iPhone handy during this class. University Center #471 Tues., July 12

Steve Stanton | $49 1 pm – 4 pm

Hundreds more Workforce & Professional Development Classes Available

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