All Adult Classes

Weds, 9 am - 1 pm, University Center Rm 214. Go beyond the myths and folklore of these interesting, yet somewhat creepy creatures to discover the fascinating facts and characteristics of our local spiders. Learn how to classify spiders and differentiate them from each other as you search for and identify local species. Gain understanding of their life cycle and look at specific adaptations for hunting and capturing prey. This course qualifies toward the Naturalist Certificate. Bring a sack lunch and dress for the weather for the final session which meets at the Timbers Recreation Area.

Thurs, 1-4 pm, University Center Rm 204. There are some incredible insects and other invertebrates that spend much of their life in water before emerging to the land or air. Learn the natural history of these insects and how the quantity and quality of aquatic life equates to the health of a stream or body of water. In this hands-on course, join the staff of the Grass River Natural Area as you work with the tools and techniques used to measure water quality in our region by looking at our local fauna. Run chemical and physical field tests and evaluate your results to determine the levels of oxygen, turbidity, pH, temperature and nutrients. The first class meets in the classroom, the next two meet at Grass River Natural Area near Alden/Bellaire (directions provided at the first class). This course qualifies for credit toward the Naturalist Certificate.

Tues, 5:45-7 pm, Yoga for Health Education. Come experience yoga--a holistic practice benefiting the body, mind and spirit. Learn basic concepts and techniques that you can incorporate to bring balance into your life. Yoga reminds us that life is a stretch on all levels, and regular practice builds both inner and outer strength. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).

Weds, 10-11:15 am, Yoga for Health Education. Come experience yoga--a holistic practice benefiting the body, mind and spirit. Learn basic concepts and techniques that you can incorporate to bring balance into your life. Yoga reminds us that life is a stretch on all levels, and regular practice builds both inner and outer strength. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).

Thurs, 5:45-7 pm, Yoga for Health Education. Come experience yoga--a holistic practice benefiting the body, mind and spirit. Learn basic concepts and techniques that you can incorporate to bring balance into your life. Yoga reminds us that life is a stretch on all levels, and regular practice builds both inner and outer strength. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).

<p>2 weeks, Tues. and Thurs., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220. Learn basic accounting principles for record keeping, terminology, and how to prepare financial statements. Discover how to summarize the activities of a business through journal entries and understand how these activities lead to the preparation of income statements and balance sheets. This class is helpful prior to learning accounting software like QuickBooks or Quicken. The required text, Barron's Accounting by Peter J. Eisen, is available at NMC Bookstore (995-1285).</p><br><br>

Weds, Aug 22, Great Lakes Campus rm 103. Do you like to create your own artwork for your home or gifting? Using botanicals as the subject matter, you will design a captivating paper collage on a 2 x 2 Masonite board with gel medium, acrylics, reference photos and torn paper. You will be provided with a basic underpainting and learn how to apply torn and painted collage through demonstration and hands-on guidance. Use reference photos, art materials and a 2 x 2 Masonite board. Leave with a beautiful, finished work of art that can be framed. All materials included.

Fri, 1-2 pm, Dennos Museum Center. Be the best version of yourself--come explore your potential with yoga! Enjoy the benefits of the essential elements of yoga in seated position. Yoga improves flexibility, 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. Meets in the Dennos Museum. Increase the benefits of this class by also enrolling in Mid-Day Meditation which precedes it at 12:15 p.m

<p>Wed, 6-9 pm, Great Lakes Campus Rm. 101. Ramp up your macro photography skills and learn how to take better photos of people, flowers or any detail that catches your eye. Learn simple techniques that do not require expensive lenses. Explore macro lenses, extension tubes, close-up filters and tripods (bring yours if you have them). Bring your camera for hands-on experience with focus and depth of field issues; lighting and white balance; composition and color; and point and shoot camera macro modes. Prerequisite: Essentials Skills for Photographers. Bring your digital camera.</p><br><br>

<p>Wed., 4-7 pm, Maritime Heritage Alliance - Discovery Pier (13268 S. W. Bay Shore Dr., TC). Join experienced captain and crew members of the Maritime Heritage Alliance (MHA) and sail West Grand Traverse Bay! This unique small class will set sail on the 39-foot Champion, a custom-built cutter. Learn about sailing from the experts: Jay Ruzak, MHA captain and owner of the Grey Hare Inn, or Doug Roberts, sailor of the Mediterranean and other seas - with great stories to tell! Tie knots, take the helm and hoist the sails while exploring Grand Traverse Bay. Learn maritime history and traditions; in the 1800s Michigan used sailing to drive its economy. Sail the beautiful waters of the bay while supporting the Traverse City Maritime Heritage Alliance.</p><br><br>

<p>Wed., 4-7 pm, Maritime Heritage Alliance - Discovery Pier (13268 S. W. Bay Shore Dr., TC). Join experienced captain and crew members of the Maritime Heritage Alliance (MHA) and sail West Grand Traverse Bay! This unique small class will set sail on the 39-foot Champion, a custom-built cutter. Learn about sailing from the experts: Jay Ruzak, MHA captain and owner of the Grey Hare Inn, or Doug Roberts, sailor of the Mediterranean and other seas - with great stories to tell! Tie knots, take the helm and hoist the sails while exploring Grand Traverse Bay. Learn maritime history and traditions; in the 1800s Michigan used sailing to drive its economy. Sail the beautiful waters of the bay while supporting the Traverse City Maritime Heritage Alliance.</p><br><br>

Sat, 1 - 3:30 pm, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm 129. Kick off summer with a sweet treat! Decorated cookies make a colorful addition to an ordinary cookie tray. Learn how to decorate beautiful, professional looking cookies using royal icing. You and your child will have fun creating these edible delights: a cherry, flag, fireworks and more. Discover piping and flooding techniques and designs using tinted royal icing, colored sugars, and other decorative items. Cookies, take-home container and all other materials are provided. Register the adult only; cost includes one adult and one child.

<p>Tues, 2-3 pm, Physical Ed Bldg Gym. From your foot to your inner ear, your ability to balance can be strengthened in three specific systems. Join FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers experts to learn about these systems and the common issues that affect balance: vision, hearing, strength, medications, viruses, vestibular problems and more. Practice vestibular exercises to strengthen the messages the inner ear sends to the brain, somatosensory exercises to improve the nerve pathways from our muscles and joints to the brain, and discover how our visual system can over or under function in complex environments. Don't wait for a fall to occur to start building your balance! Classes include 45 minutes of exercise and 15 of lecture, Q and A.</p><br><br>

Sat, 10:30-11:30 am, Parson-Stulen Bldg Rm 101. You and your dog will learn to communicate effectively and understand each other in this highly interactive basic training course. Learn to teach your dog to greet people politely (no jumping), to walk cooperatively on a leash, and to pay attention to you despite distractions. Examine canine body language and interpret what your dog is trying to tell you. The dogs will learn basic commands such as Sit, Down, Stay, Wait, Come, Give, Heel, Side, Leave It and Watch Me. First class is for human students only; bring your dog to all the following sessions. Dogs age five months and up are welcome.

Sat, Noon-1 pm, Parson-Stulen Bldg Rm 101. This continuing course expands on basic commands (SIT, DOWN, STAY, WAIT, COME, HEEL and WATCH ME) by working around increasingly difficult distractions. Recall (COME) will work up to 15 feet away from the dog, and STAY includes new positions and longer duration. We will add a quick down command called DROP. The training games increase distraction and difficulty for your dog. Interpret and understand basic canine body language and communicate effectively with your dog. Dogs will also refine household manners such as leash walking (disregarding other dogs) and greeting people politely. Prerequisite is Dog Training: Communication Fundamentals or instructor permission. First class is for human students only; bring your dog to all the following sessions.

<p>3 Fri, 10 am - Noon, University Center Rm 212. Finding dragonflies and damselflies with binoculars and cameras is becoming as popular and enjoyable as birding. These colorfully patterned insects of the order Odonata are a delight to find and can be indicators of habitat and biodiversity. Join the staff of Grass River Natural Area in exploring the identification, collection, natural history, and photography of dragonflies and damselflies. We will learn in the classroom for the first session, then put our knowledge to work in the field with nets and binoculars at Grass River Natural Area near Alden/Bellaire for the remaining classes. This course qualifies toward the Naturalist Certificate.</p>

Weds, July 11, 6-9 pm and Sat, July 14, 7-9 am, Scholars Hall Rm 101. Join award-winning photographer, Charles St. Charles, and discover a very specialized type of macro photography that uses drops of water like natures lens. This amazing technique lets you capture a view of flowers inside a drop of water. Each droplet becomes a tiny magnifying lens! Mistaken for a digitally manipulated image, this method is done entirely with photography. In session one, learn the basics of the technique. Session two meets outside where you will create your own Drops of Light images in the field. Bring your DSLR camera and tripod to the second session.

Mon/Weds/Mon, 6-8:30 pm, Fine Arts Bldg Rm 120. Learn how so many professional photographers take their photos from good to GREAT! Secrets are revealed as you work through an entire workflow with professional photographer, Dan Carlson. You will import photos, sort and rate, edit, then export images for use, in this hands-on class. The adaptable software, Adobe Lightroom, offers amazing features including extensive organization options, RAW editing, non-destructive adjustments and more. Give your images that highly sought after pop and punch. Recommended to download the free trial version of Adobe Lightroom before class and give it a brief overview.

Mons, 9 am - Noon, University Center Rm 209. The largest segment of the animal kingdom provides excellent fodder for the naturalist in you. Explore the world of Arthropods and gain expanded knowledge to share with others. Learn to differentiate between arthropods and other kinds of animals, and practice collection techniques. Leave with a better understanding of insect ecology and the important role each plays in the natural world. This course is now required for the Naturalist Certificate. Bring a sack lunch and dress to be outside on day three. Last class meets 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Thurs, 5:30-8:30 pm, University Center Rm 215. Do you want to take more professional looking photographs? Practice your skills by learning the essential relationship between shutter speed, f-stop (aperture) and ISO. Learn what the numbers mean and how to set your exposure in a variety of camera modes. Study the concept of exposure and learn how to use it on a digital camera. Begin to see like a photographer by using composition and visualization. If you are not completely familiar with your camera, please take Understanding Your Digital SLR Camera first. Bring your digital camera.

<p>Tues, 6-9 pm, Oleson Center Kitchn Rm. 129. Discover what to do with the seasons abundant harvest and maximize your grocery budget while supporting local farmers. Learn how to master farm market shopping and pick up tips for selecting the best and freshest produce. Explore fun, innovative ways to utilize your seasonal favorites and discover new recipes to includes what is locally available at farm markets. Enjoy how delicious this season can be! Bring containers to take home anything you do not sample in class.</p><br><br>

<p>Sat, 9:30 am - Noon, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm 129. Celebrate Fathers Day Weekend creating some mouthwatering treats with your dad or grandpa. In this fun, hands-on class you and your dad/grandpa will perfect some surprisingly simple techniques such as cutting, chopping, measuring, mixing and baking. Master and enjoy tasty dishes like Breakfast Nachos, Stromboli Rolls and Chocolate Chip Pizza. Bring containers to take home any creations you do not sample in class. Register the adult only; cost includes one adult and one child.</p><br><br>

Thurs, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm, Yoga For Health Education. Engage your brains plasticity to improve comfort and mobility! Join Alice Brydges to experience a revolutionary approach to improving human function through somatic movement (conscious focus on the internal experience of movement). The Feldenkrais Method® employs a variety of user-friendly movement lessons and a gentle hands-on approach that engages your brains neuroplastic abilities to bring about improvements in flexibility and coordination, and to increase ease and range of motion. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your curiosity to explore from the inside out!

Tues, 6-9 pm, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129. With the high price of cut, ready-to-buy seafood, learn the basics of fish and seafood butchery and get excited about cooking seafood. Experience the professional way to cut salmon, filet and debone a fish, clean shrimp, and open clams and oysters. Learn to sharpen and keep your tools as precise as possible. Prepare Linguine Fruit de Mer. Bring containers and a cooler for anything you do not sample in class and possible leftover raw seafood.

<p>Mon-Fri, 8-10 am, 1 to 2 hours a week choice. Physical Education Bldg Gym. Try before you buy! We are so sure you will love the Forever Fit classes, you are invited to try as many classes as you want during the first week (June 18-22) for FREE! Designed for all ages and fitness levels, for less than $6 an hour (best price around), we will help you achieve your fitness goals. The American Council on Exercise recommends some form of physical activity daily to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Over the course of a week, activity should include aerobics, resistance training, core strengthening and overall flexibility--and our classes offer these and more! Sign up for the number of hours per week you wish to participate, then attend the days and times that you choose. Schedule is subject to small changes. The Forever Fit package has 15 hours a week for a total of 90 summer hours of exercise classes for you! Start or continue your fitness journey at NMC.</p><br><br>

Mon-Fri, 8-10 am, 3 to 4 hours a week choice. Physical Education Bldg Gym. Try before you buy! We are so sure you will love the Forever Fit classes, you are invited to try as many classes as you want during the first week (June 18-22) for FREE! Designed for all ages and fitness levels, for less than $6 an hour (best price around), we will help you achieve your fitness goals. The American Council on Exercise recommends some form of physical activity daily to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Over the course of a week, activity should include aerobics, resistance training, core strengthening and overall flexibility--and our classes offer these and more! Sign up for the number of hours per week you wish to participate, then attend the days and times that you choose. Schedule is subject to small changes. The Forever Fit package has 15 hours a week for a total of 90 summer hours of exercise classes for you! Start or continue your fitness journey at NMC.

Mon-Fri, 8-10 am, 5 to 6 hours a week choice. Physical Education Bldg Gym. Try before you buy! We are so sure you will love the Forever Fit classes, you are invited to try as many classes as you want during the first week (June 18-22) for FREE! Designed for all ages and fitness levels, for less than $6 an hour (best price around), we will help you achieve your fitness goals. The American Council on Exercise recommends some form of physical activity daily to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Over the course of a week, activity should include aerobics, resistance training, core strengthening and overall flexibility--and our classes offer these and more! Sign up for the number of hours per week you wish to participate, then attend the days and times that you choose. Schedule is subject to small changes. The Forever Fit package has 15 hours a week for a total of 90 summer hours of exercise classes for you! Start or continue your fitness journey at NMC.

<p>Tues, 10:15-11:30 am, Physical Education Bldg Rm 120. Find out why so many have found that yoga improves flexibility, strength, posture and balance, as well as physical and spiritual wellness. Gentle Yoga is designed for people of any level of physical ability who prefer a more mindful, gentle practice. Wear comfortable clothing for movement. Note: on Tues, July 31, Aug. 14 and 21, class meets at Crooked Tree Yoga in Acme.</p><br><br>

Tues., 9 a.m.-Noon, University Center Rm. 209. Android is the powerful system behind all mobile devices other than iPads and iPhones. Learn to use your Android device efficiently. You will discover setting options, identify function buttons, enter and share contacts, download programs, upload pictures, and navigate through programs and apps. Discover tips and techniques to get the most out of these powerful mobile devices. Bring your fully charged device to class for hands-on experience.

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

Weds, 6-8 pm, University Center 209. Got knee pain? Want to get rid of it without medications, injections or surgery? Join Dr. Andrew Gorecki, physical therapist and owner of Superior Physical Therapy, to learn natural ways to diminish knee pain and heal the ligaments, muscles and joints affecting the knee--EVEN if you've been told that surgery is the only answer! Find out the #1 biggest mistake knee pain sufferers make. Try easy to do self-treatment, learn how to determine the cause, and discover three easy exercises or treatments to relieve pain

Thurs., 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 204. Need-to-know information for condominium/community associations--designed for board members, managers, developers and association members. Guided by Robert Meisner, prominent condominium attorney, explore the many legal issues involved in the successful operation of an association. Get up-to-date information including: liability issues and how to avoid problems, successful enforcement of bylaws, handling violations, fiduciary duties, delinquent accounts, reserve accounts management, and dealing with the developer. You will also get tips on running successful board and membership meetings, plus time for your questions and concerns.

<p>Sat, 1-4 pm, Meet at the Grand Traverse Commons Natural Area trailhead parking lot on Red Dr., near TBAISD Conference Center. Have you ever tasted a wild leek? A violet? Did you know that many of the plants around us can be used as food or medicine? Gain basic plant identification skills as you learn to recognize more than 20 common species of edible and medicinal plants and know when they are ready for gathering. We will also explore how plants and humans interact, how they have been used by people for millennia, and how we can forage without threatening the survival of these marvelous plant neighbors. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate. Come prepared for hiking on uneven ground. Optional text: The Foragers Harvest: A Guide to Identifying, Harvesting, and Preparing Wild Plants.</p><br><br>

<p>Tues. and Wed., 9 a.m.-Noon, University Center Rm. 08. Discover the power of Excel. Designed for beginners and basic users, you will learn to set up new worksheets and choose a template that best represents your needs. Discover how to use new smart features that fill in data quickly, reducing data entry time. Then gain experience entering, editing, sorting, filtering, formatting and using graphics to represent your data. Enjoy the time you save and improved efficiency with your new skills. Includes text. This class is for personal computer users; you should be familiar with the Windows operating system.</p><br><br>

Thurs, 6:45-8:15 pm, Yoga for Health Education. Through a series of dynamic movements, you will gradually raise your Kundalini energy and internal heat to release body tension, clear your mind, and provide an overall feeling of strength, flexibility, and resiliency. The series is powerful but not extreme and can be performed by anyone in good physical condition. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).

Thurs., 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 204. If you are shooting digital photos, you need to know how to store, retrieve, and work with them on your computer. Learn how to keep your photos organized in the file management system on your computer or in cloud-based photo sharing systems. Review important file naming conventions. Gain understanding of procedures to transfer, move and share photos. This class focuses on personal computers using the windows operating system.

Wed, June 6, 7-9 pm, Great Lakes Campus Rm 111. This seminar covers how radar functions, radar selection, operation of the radar under various conditions including setting of controls, display interpretation, basic navigation, and collision avoidance using radar.

Tues., 9 a.m.-Noon, University Center Rm. 205. Using Excel as a database is a simple, powerful way to collect information--whether you are creating a contact list for an organization, a large mailing, or creating an inventory for your business. Learn to format the Excel spreadsheet as a database. In this class, you will learn to easily enter, store and filter data and using a database. Topics include: entering records and fields correctly, using database tools to select prevent mistakes, find specific records, add records, finding and removing duplicates, formatting your database, as well as exploring other database functions. This class is for personal computer users; you should have good computer skills and a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel.

Weds, Noon-1 pm, Crooked Tree Yoga Studio. As a widely recommended part of a healthy lifestyle--even brief periods of meditation practice can reduce the effects of stress, boost immune function, improve overall health, and help balance emotions. Seated in a chair, you will learn meditation techniques and breath exercises. Includes discussion around the meditation experience, and the maturing of the mind. Meets at Crooked Tree Yoga Studio inside Epiphany East Salon (M-72 in Acme).

<p>Tues., 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 205. Pivot tables are an advanced feature of Microsoft Excel and a perfect time-saving tool for your information management needs. Discover how pivot tables will help you access and organize data from a database. Learn how to take large amounts of data and quickly pivot it into useful reports. Then practice using the built in sorting and filtering features without difficulty, and start using them immediately to more easily manage your large amounts of data. This class is for personal computer users; you should have good computer skills and a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel.</p><br><br>

Tues., 6-9 p.m. University Center Rm. 205. Did you know that Microsoft Excel has a spreadsheet template for managing a budget? Save time and effort by learning how to set up and use the template to manage your budget. Learn how to enter data, minimize errors, access data and run reports. Get a handle on your personal finances by using this easy ready-made tool. This class is for personal computer users; you should have good computer skills and a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel.

<p>Fri, 12:15-12:45 pm, Dennos Museum Center. Are you rushing from one thing to the next? Little time for meditation? Then this 30-minute class is for YOU! The time is now. Join experienced instructor, Margaret Bennett, to learn this life changing practice. With a busy 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. Come as you are; we will meditate seated in chairs. Increase the benefits of this class by also enrolling in Chair Yoga which follows at 1 p.m.</p><br><br>

Thurs., 7:30-9:30 p.m., Dennos Museum Center, Promenade Gallery. Do you wonder -- why is my life so crazy busy?! It is time to treat yourself to a Thursday night out at the Dennos Museum--after hours. The culture in which we are immersed keeps us flying through what seems to be an endless cycle of perpetual multitasking. We start to feel a yearning for a RESET, renewal--a recalibration of our lives. Join yoga and wellness teacher, Mari Dew, in this new moon circle in the Promenade (new gallery), and work with intention on becoming grounded, balanced and centered. Through breath-work, yoga, mantra and meditation, begin to settle your mind, and awaken your spirit. No prior experience necessary, bring a blanket and yoga mat.

Tues., 9 a.m.-Noon University Center Rm. 204. 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 air drop, how to take screen shots, keyboard short cuts, 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. Bring your fully charged iPhone.

Mon-Sat, Times vary check Fitness Center Scheduled hours. Do something today that your future self will thank you for! Get the personal attention you deserve. The benefits of a smaller fitness center are motivation, instruction and education—as we get to know you and your needs. There’s always a fitness specialist available to assist you in getting your fitness program on track and staying on track. Begin with a fitness analysis and instruction in proper use of all equipment which includes weight machine stations, cardio equipment, and dumbbells. The new facility has showers, changing room and a new atmosphere with windows to brighten up your fitness workout. Begin a membership anytime. NMC student rates and monthly rates are also available, call 995-1379 for details.

Mon-Sat, Times vary check Fitness Center schedule. Do something today that your future self will thank you for! Get the personal attention you deserve. The benefits of a smaller fitness center are motivation, instruction and education—as we get to know you and your needs. There’s always a fitness specialist available to assist you in getting your fitness program on track and staying on track. Begin with a fitness analysis and instruction in proper use of all equipment which includes weight machine stations, cardio equipment, and dumbbells. The new facility has showers, changing room and a new atmosphere with windows to brighten up your fitness workout. Begin a membership anytime. NMC student rates and monthly rates are also available, call 995-1379 for details.

<p>Mon-Sat, Times vary check Fitness Center schedule. The Student Annual Fitness Center Membership is available to anyone who is currently enrolled in any credit classes and includes University Center students. Do something today that your future self will thank you for! Get the personal attention you deserve. The benefits of a smaller fitness center are motivation, instruction and education--as we get to know you and your needs. There's always a fitness specialist available to assist you in getting your fitness program on track and staying on track. Begin with a fitness analysis and instruction in proper use of all equipment which includes weight machine stations, cardio equipment, and dumbbells. The new facility has showers, changing room and a new atmosphere with windows to brighten up your fitness workout. Begin a membership anytime.</p><br><br>

<p>Mon-Sat, hours vary check Fitness Center schedule. The Student 4-Month Fitness Center Membership is available to anyone who is currently enrolled in any credit classes and includes University Center students. Do something today that your future self will thank you for! Get the personal attention you deserve. The benefits of a smaller fitness center are motivation, instruction and education--as we get to know you and your needs. There's always a fitness specialist available to assist you in getting your fitness program on track and staying on track. Begin with a fitness analysis and instruction in proper use of all equipment which includes weight machine stations, cardio equipment, and dumbbells. The new facility has showers, changing room and a new atmosphere with windows to brighten up your fitness workout. Begin a membership anytime.</p><br><br>

<p>6 Tues and Thurs, 12:10-12:45 pm, Physical Education Bldg Rm 120. Want to burn more calories, lose more fat and improve your cardiovascular fitness by just exercising 35 minutes? High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) involves short periods of maximum intensity exercise separated by periods of low to moderate intensity. Briefly pushing yourself beyond the upper limit of your aerobic exercise zone increases calorie burn during and after each session, and fat-burning potential by boosting your resting metabolism for up to 24 hours. Bring water, fitness mat and a towel. Summer sessions take advantage of the outside cool days and fresh air, weather dependent.</p><br><br>

Wed., July 11, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (lab) AND Thurs., July 12, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (field trip). Health and Science Bldg Rm 213. Explore the formation of the northern Michigan landscape through a classroom, lab, and field trip experience. Guided by NMC Geology Professor, Robb Houston, learn about the Paleozoic rock layers, their fossils, and the relationship of rock layers to more recent geologic processes. A half-day in the lab provides core information for a full day of discovery visiting geologic sites. The field trip involves walking up to a mile in wooded terrain. Meet at the classroom both days. Transportation and picnic box lunch are included. This course qualifies towards the Naturalist Certificate. <br><br>

Weds, 10 am - 4 pm, Health and Science Bldg Rm 213. Glaciers were a significant force in the formation of our region. Join NMC Geology Instructor Robb Houston, as he guides you in an exploration 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. This course qualifies toward the Naturalist Certificate. Bring a sack lunch and dress for the weather. Van transportation is provided. Tour involves hikes on uneven terrain.

Tues, 1-4 pm, University Center Rm. 204. The U.S. war in Afghanistan began shortly after the 9/11 attacks when Special Forces and CIA operatives engineered the overthrow of the Taliban regime. By 2005, the Taliban returned to the country from their hideouts in Pakistan. When President Obama came to power in 2009 he orchestrated a massive build-up of U.S. and NATO troops. As NATOs chief political advisor to the Afghan Commander, Jack Segal was in the middle of the debate over the Obama surge. Review the process that led to the decision to prolong the U.S. commitment, the goals at the time, and how that led to our extended involvement in the war.

<p>Tues and Wed, 6-9 pm, Great Lakes Campus Rm 112. Grand Traverse Bay is full of spectacular scenes to paint. Whether you are a beginner or a more experienced painter, do not miss this opportunity to create your own watercolor scene inspired by our local landscape. Learn techniques to execute a successful landscape painting using color, composition and value. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and camera to the first class as you will go outside and capture a favorite scene to paint in the following class. All other materials supplied.</p><br><br>

Weds, 6-9 pm, Physical Education Bldg rm 120. Become a better dancer! Tired of trying to learn complicated dance steps? Enjoy parties and weddings with user-friendly approaches to moving on the dance floor. In a fun and relaxed atmosphere, you will learn basic moves for various kinds of music. Designed for beginners and dancers with any amount of experience. No partner necessary. Wear slippery-soled shoes.

Weds, 6-9 pm, University Center rm 214. Want to improve your portrait photography? Get the most out of your camera to make portraits, tell stories and capture images to last a lifetime in this professional-level class. Learn the unique techniques for capturing beautiful candid images of your family and friends, whether it be at a party, event or a day at the beach. Find out how to choose the best backgrounds, camera settings and easy posing practices for every lighting situation to create great, natural looking portraits.

Mon, 6-9 pm, University Center Rm 214. Take your images to the next level by taking a different approach to improving your photography. Rather than start with the camera, dials and settings, we will start with the image. Review some of the most common problems faced in creating the images you want, and then work backwards to figure out the steps needed to achieve each. We will also talk about how you can make your camera capture that image you have visualized in your head.

Mon, 6-8 pm, Fine Arts Bldg Rm 126. Pique Assiette or picassiette is a French term meaning stolen from the plate. Enjoy this popular form of mosaic art and find ways to repurpose broken crockery, figurines, plates, tiles, jewelry, buttons or beads, as you create a keepsake terra cotta flower pot. Learn to cut crockery, apply pieces to a terra cotta pot with a thin set mortar, and then finish with grout. Some supplies will be available, but please come prepared with personal items to use to decorate your pot, making it unique to you.

Tues, 5:45-6:40 pm, Physical Education Bldg Rm 120. The fusion of Pilates and Yoga, PiYo, creates an extremely effective workout that will strengthen your entire body without heavy weights, high impact jumping, or extreme movements that can irritate your joints. Pilates is known for promoting intense core strengthening and lean muscle development, while yoga sculpts and stretches your body and mind. Many levels are accommodated during this fun class, so people of all ages and fitness abilities will feel welcome. Bring a yoga mat, water and a hand towel. Wear athletic shoes or bare feet. Join the fun!

Tues-Thurs-Tues, 9am - Noon, Fine Arts Bldg Rm 132. Join renowned artist, Glenn Wolff, to gain the fundamental workings of a printmaking studio. Learn how to prepare a block and plate for print, etch a metal plate, print an etching and do block printing on a press. Explore inks and papers used in printmaking and basic studio etiquette. Plus enjoy access to the NMC Art Department print drawers of past work to examine various techniques that may inspire your designs. Open to anyone 16 years and older.

Sat, 9-10 am, Parsons-Stulen Bldg Rm 101. Learn how to understand and communicate with your new puppy! Discover the basics of canine communication, as your puppy also learns about the world of humans. Participate in active, humane and science-based learning interspersed with supervised and narrated puppy playtime to build social skills. You will gain a basic and nuanced understanding of dog body language. We will problem-solve puppy topics such as house-training, leash walking and politely greeting both other dogs and humans. We will introduce the commands SIT, DOWN, WAIT, SETTLE, COME and GIVE. First class is for human students only; bring your puppy to all the following sessions. Puppies age 10 to 18 weeks are welcome.

Weds, 6-9 pm, Great Lakes Campus Rm 101. Nearing retirement? Already retired? Many things can threaten your ability to outlive your assets and retire well--¬the big three being healthcare, inflation and income taxes. Learn to navigate the critical issues that a retiree must deal with. You will learn how to plan for a predictable and sustainable income, minimize taxes on your IRAs, maximize social security benefits, and avoid estate planning mistakes. We will also discuss long-term care concerns and what investments are appropriate in different situations. Materials provided. Your spouse or guest attends free.

Tues, 1:30-4:30 pm, University Center Rm 212. Add a pick up stick or two to the Rigid Heddle loom and explode the possibilities! Practice adding welt floats, warp floats and combining the two for wonderful lace and textured effects. Create a sampler in class but leave knowing several patterns that can be combined for some lovely fabrics. You must have taken Beginning Rigid Heddle Weaving or have instructor permission. A supply list will be sent prior to first class. You need your own rigid heddle loom. A limited number of looms are available to rent for $15 from the instructor; contact her prior to class to reserve one (517) 282-8565 or nmcray@mac.com.

Weds, 6-8 pm, University Center Rm 209. Attention shoulder pain sufferers! Do you suffer from persistent shoulder pain? Have you been told that you have a rotator cuff tear? If you are looking for a natural solution to shoulder pain and want to avoid medications, injections and surgery, then this class is for you! Join Dr. Andrew Gorecki, physical therapist and owner of Superior Physical Therapy, to learn natural ways of healing your shoulder. Try easy to do self-treatment, learn how to determine the cause, and discover three easy exercises or treatments to relieve pain.

<p>Mon, 6-9 pm, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129. Break out the grill -- it is that time of the year when warm weather and longer days inspire us to cook outdoors. Intensify the taste of your grilled dishes this summer with a combination of herbs, spices, vinegars and oils. Whether you prefer the tenderizing quality of a marinade, or the zip of a rub, poultry, meat, fish and vegetables all benefit from time spent in these sauces and dry mixes. From a Greek Shish-ka-bob marinade to a zesty horseradish sauce and an Indonesian satay marinade, you will add excitement to your flame-kissed meals with these grill-friendly recipes. Bring containers to take home any creations you do not sample in class.</p><br><br>

Thurs, 6-8:30 pm (2nd Thurs, 6-7:30 pm, Beckett Bldg Rm 148. Do you enjoy traveling to Spanish speaking countries? Imagine how much more rewarding the experience would be if you could comfortably converse with the locals. Learn helpful words and phrases and the basics on sound, speaking and reading in the very first class. Then, in a relaxed interactive second class, practice conversation geared toward common travel situations such as dining, shopping, transportation and accommodations. Feel more confident to get off the beaten path on your next trip!

Wed., 8:30-11 a.m., University Center Rm. 204. Are you in the beginning stages of starting a business, in need of capital, or simply considering self-employment? This fast-paced workshop format helps you assess your ability to lead and manage a company and evaluate market and sales potential for your product/service. Explore the fundamentals of writing a business plan. Other topics covered include determining concept feasibility, start-up costs, financing options, and the basics of business planning, along with other necessary steps to launch your business. The $59 cost of this class is underwritten by Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Completion of this workshop provides access to meeting with an SBDC consultant one-on-one. The workshop is free, but registration is required.

<p>Weds, 6-9 pm, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129. Mobile food trucks are popping up all over the country, including Traverse City. Explore the authentic tastes of the ready-to-eat street food scene with Chef Pete Peterson (created Tapawingo and helped inaugurate Alliance restaurant in its first year in TC), a frequent visitor to Thailand, China, Mexico and Portland, Oregon--all known for their specialty street cuisine. These zesty foods are portable, quick to make, and easily transferable to the home kitchen as appetizers or main entr&eacute;es. Create authentic tacos (fish and pork), chicken lettuce wraps, and more, all inspired by diverse cultures. Treat yourself to spices and flavors found in local food carts around the world. Bring containers to take home any creations you don't sample in class.</p><br><br>

Thurs, 6-9 pm, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129. Does the thought of making simple appetizers appeal to you? Learn how to use many in season fruits and veggies in simple mouthwatering appetizers. Get ready to make luscious tasting appetizers using pre-made Puff Pastry dough. You will also create a variety of tarts including an Asparagus and Leek Tart and Wild Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tart. Plus learn how to slow bake tomatoes with garlic and basil and discover the many ways to add them to a variety of dishes. After sampling these tasty morsels, leave with new recipes and techniques to create with your own ingredients. Bring containers to take home anything you do not sample in class.

Tues, 7:30-8:30 am, Yoga for Health Education. An energetic -wake me, shake me- flow of yoga postures arranged in an intelligent sequence, transitioning from one to the next, steadily building intensity, creating strength and flexibility and quieting the mind. Learn to use the breath to maximize your potential on all levels. This class is for continuing yoga students and well-conditioned, athletic individuals. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).

Tues, 5:30-6:30 pm, Physical Education Bldg Gym. This special advanced workout focuses on -point style- free sparring along with emphasizing the use of both hands and feet equally in free sparring. Prerequisite is black belt or equivalent training. Minimum age is 16

Tues-Thurs, 9am - Noon, NMC Boardman River Cabin. Join well-known illustrator/artist, Glenn Wolff, for three quiet mornings on the banks of the Boardman River. Designed for the artist, or would-be-artist, of any skill level who desires to untether digitally and reclaim the contemplative act of sketching and drawing. Explore a variety of drawing and illustration materials and techniques while sketching in-class from still lifes, artifacts and in-the-field assignments. The goal: Sketchbook as your new PAD (Personal Analog Device) that will itself become a work of art/journal for the summer. Includes all materials.

Sun, 5-8 pm, Physical Education Bldg Rm 120. Congratulations, someones getting married! The date is quickly approaching, and you need a dance lesson. This one-night class is for the lucky bride and groom, parents, relatives, the entire wedding party, or anyone simply attending a wedding celebration who needs some serious help before the big day. Learn basic moves and how to connect with your partner so you will be able to dance to any kind of music. Use these newly learned moves to feel comfortable while still looking good. No partner necessary. Wear slippery-soled shoes.

Wed., 6-8 p.m., University Center Rm. 213. Discover time-tested strategies to get your money's worth out of Festivals and Trade or Craft Shows. Learn how to successfully set up a booth, the best prospecting methods, and how to avoid traps that commonly waste time and energy at an event. Pick up tips on how to leverage your involvement before and after the event. This is a perfect prep for the upcoming season of shows.

Fri, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Great Lakes Campus Rm 101. Long before Europeans arrived in northern Michigan, there were Anishinaabe people living here and traveling between villages. Trail marker trees were often bent to mark the trail. Participants will meet at Great Lakes Campus for a quick classroom session, followed by a short BATA bus ride to the Dennos Museum to begin the walking tour. The walk of approximately 2.6 miles will include stops at the Civic Center tree and a second marker tree on Washington Street before returning to Great Lakes Campus.

Fri, Noon-12:50 pm, University Center Rm 213. Join Kim Stevens, exercise guru, for a lunchtime workout to tone and strengthen. Designed for beginners and regular exercisers (work at your own level) who want to improve strength, boost that metabolism, build bone density, and increase endurance. Exercises target all the major muscle groups. Feel better, look better, and get motivated to continue using the skills you develop. Bring light weights and a mat.

Mon, 7-9 pm, Great Lakes Campus Rm 111. VHF radio is the mainstay of coastal communication and essential for emergency communications. Digital Selective Calling (DSC) is rapidly becoming a reality as the Coast Guard Rescue 21 System operations go live. Alaskan stations will come on line in 2017. DSC vastly simplifies and improves rescue and routine call signaling--making it easier to make a call while the system frees up Channel 16 for essential communications. However, you need to know how to use it. This seminar answers those needs and explains basic VHF operation.

Tues, 6-9 pm, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129. Summer is here and what screams mouth-watering? Watermelon! Besides its amazing taste, it also has some great health benefits. Let Chef Ali Lopez show you some innovative and delectable ways to prepare various meals and drinks to enjoy throughout the day. Recipes include Grilled Watermelon Feta Salad, Watermelon Ague Frescas, Watermelon Salsa, Pickled Watermelon Rind and more! Bring containers to take home any creations you do not sample in class.

<p>Weds, 6-9 pm, University Center Rm 204. Discover how to overcome your cameras limitations to create elegant and richly colored floral images with a clean white -High Key- background. You will first learn what makes this technique possible and then as a group, create a floral arrangement that we will photograph together. Next, get a chance to make creative decisions about what characteristics and colors of the flowers to emphasize as the images are processed. See the colors come to life, like the artistry of a painting. Bring your DSLR camera and tripod.</p><br><br>

Mon, 5:45-7 pm, Yoga for Health Education. Yoga works through awareness of the body; teaching balance and integration. Discover tools for greater physical, mental and spiritual well-being through principles of breath awareness and deep muscle stretching, strengthening, and relaxation. Beginners and those who have been introduced to yoga are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).

Fri, 5:15-6:45 pm, Yoga for Health Education. Yoga works through awareness of the body; teaching balance and integration. Discover tools for greater physical, mental and spiritual well-being through principles of breath awareness and deep muscle stretching, strengthening, and relaxation. Beginners and those who have been introduced to yoga are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).

Sat, 9-10:30 am, Yoga for Health Education. Yoga works through awareness of the body; teaching balance and integration. Discover tools for greater physical, mental and spiritual well-being through principles of breath awareness and deep muscle stretching, strengthening, and relaxation. Beginners and those who have been introduced to yoga are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a blanket. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).

Fri, 1-2:30 pm, Yoga for Health Education. Come learn easy, helpful techniques of yoga for arthritis and general stiffness. Aside from being helpful for those suffering from arthritis, those who are very stiff from athletics, constant travel, repetitive motion on the job, and high stress can benefit from this special therapeutic class. Appropriate for beginning students and those who have taken yoga before. Wear comfortable clothing. Meets at Yoga for Health Education (1200 W. 11th Street).