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• T-Shirt Quilting 101

  • Start
    Sun, August 09, 2026
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  • End
    Sun, August 30, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Campus - Portable D
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Turn favorite T-shirts into a meaningful, one-of-a-kind quilt!
  T-Shirt Quilting 101 is a course designed to guide the experienced sewist through the transformation of well-loved garments into a quilt top. You’ll learn how to select shirts, stabilize stretchy materials, design your layout, cut and assemble a quilt top.

  No prior quilting experience is required, however sewing experience is required, this is not a beginning sewing course. Each student must bring and know how to use a sewing machine and have a willingness to be creative. By the end of the course, and with some homework, students will walk away with a completed T-shirt quilt top.

  This class is perfect for: Sentimental stitchers, memory-makers, and anyone ready to upcycle old shirts into something beautiful and lasting.

  Each student will need to provide the following for the first class:

  • 12 T-shirts
  • Scissors & snips
  • Cutting mat, long quilting ruler and rotary cutter, if available
  • An apron is helpful to keep threads and string off clothing

  • Sewing machine with power cord and foot pedal
  • Quarter inch foot, if available
  • White or black sewing thread including filled bobbins
  • Iron
  • Pins/clips

  Interfacing will be provided and it should be brought to class each session after receiving it from the instructor.

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.

  
  

   

  Barb Kaye is the owner of Stitches by Barb, LLC, where she offers longarm quilting, custom machine embroidery, and instruction in knitting, crocheting, and sewing. A lifelong crafter, she began exploring fiber arts in childhood and has carried that creative passion through every stage of life. Her teaching style is patient, encouraging, and practical. It is shaped by decades of experience helping others build confidence in new skills.

  Before dedicating herself to the fiber-arts community, Barb spent 40 years as a pediatric physical therapist, retiring in 2020. That background—rooted in precision, problem-solving, and compassionate support—translates naturally into her quilting and teaching approach.

  Barb began quilting five years ago and quickly fell in love with the blend of creativity and technique it offers. She has been longarming since 2022 and continues to expand her repertoire of patterns and styles. In addition to traditional quilts, she has created multiple T-shirt quilts in a variety of formats including classic grids, modern layouts, framed-block designs, and mixed-fabric compositions that preserve the character and memories behind each shirt.

  Through Stitches by Barb, LLC, Barb brings together artistry, craftsmanship, and a genuine love of handmade work—helping students, customers, and fellow crafters bring their ideas to life one stitch at a time.

  If you have questions specifically for the instructor, she can be reached at (313) 618-3445. Please still feel free to contact our department with questions at (231) 348-6613.

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• Fused Glass Plant Stand Evening Class

  • When
    Tue, August 25, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC - Borra Learning Center Rooms 18A,18B & 18C
  • Spaces left
    4

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  Come to the “Glassroom” at NCMC and make a wooden plant stand. You’ll design and assemble the top surface of the stand using colorful glass pieces. There’s no cutting required. Glass artist Heidi Reichenbach Finley makes this a super-fun, relaxed, and social event with friendly guidance for even the most glass-squeamish beginner. Fused glass is different from blown glass—you won’t be near the heat.

  Your creation will later be fired smooth in the college kiln room and then fixed to a wooden bench stand 14 inches high. Use indoors or carefully outdoors.

  As with all of Heidi’s classes, participants need no prior experience in glass or art of any kind to be successful. Really!

  *There are two varieties available. If you have a preference, please contact Heidi (contact info is below) to reserve your choice—white or unfinished wood.*

  Completed stands will be available for pick-up at the college within one week.

  Additional information for students: Eye protection is available in the Glassroom, though participants won’t be cutting or breaking glass intentionally. The instructor will provide safety guidelines and support for proper handling of glass. Please dress for work and wear closed-toe shoes.

  Questions? Students may contact the instructor anytime at midwestartist@msn.com or (260) 667-8719. 

  No drop ins. At the latest, students must register 48 hours before the day of class and should arrive on time, so as to receive adequate instruction.

  Intended for adults age 18 and up. Children 12-17 may register and participate under the close supervision of a registered adult participant.
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.
  
  

  

  Heidi Reichenbach Finley

  Heidi Reichenbach Finley is a masters level fine artist and art instructor. She teaches fused glass and Turkish Marbling in her Petoskey, Michigan home-studio. She comments, “As a recovering oil painter, I am drawn to the stunning patterns and endless color combinations afforded by both of these art forms.”

  Heidi’s artistic life is education-centered. She works with people of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. She has taught classes at eight northern Michigan art centers, opened her home to weekly private students, and taught 4 different credit-bearing courses for two universities. She is both a Continuing Education student and instructor at North Central Michigan College. Married to an academic, she adds: “I’m a lifer.”

  Please visit www.marblingsupplies.etsy.com for a glimpse at Heidi’s custom designed marbling supplies, papers, and gift items sold to enthusiasts in 50+ countries around the globe.

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• A Home Not Forgotten: Middle Village Tour with Eric Hemenway

  • When
    Wed, August 26, 2026
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    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    St. Ignatius Church/Middle Village Park/Cross Village/101 N Lamkin Rd
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Photo credits:  University of Michigan Bentley Library

  
  

  The area today known as Good Hart also goes by the name of Middle Village. Middle Village has long been a home for the Odawa, with many families having ties to the area. This talk will explore that history through the lens of the King House. The King House is one of the most recent museums on Odawa history.

  
  

  If you have trouble standing for lengths of time, it is advisable you bring a blanket or folding chair to sit on. You will be responsible for carrying them during the walk.
  

  
  

  
  

  

  Eric Hemenway
  

  Eric Hemenway is an Anishnaabe/Odawa from Cross Village, MI. His work centers on bringing Anishnaabe/Odawa history to the public and advancing Anishnaabek rights. For 20 years Eric worked for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Archives. While at LTBB, Eric worked on exhibits, signage, curriculum, public programs, litigation and extensive work under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. Eric’s partners include the National Park Service, State of Michigan, Harvard, Yale, Newberry Library and numerous local schools in Northern Michigan. Eric received his honorary doctorate from Oakland University and has received numerous awards for his work on integrating indigenous history into public spaces. Eric is currently the Humanities Manager for the School of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan. As the Humanities Manager, Eric looks to include more humanities into the environmental justice movement through sharing the history of Michigan’s first people, the Anishnaabek.

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• Fused Glass Plant Stand Afternoon Class

  • When
    Wed, August 26, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC - Borra Learning Center Rooms 18A,18B & 18C
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Come to the “Glassroom” at NCMC and make a wooden plant stand. You’ll design and assemble the top surface of the stand using colorful glass pieces. There’s no cutting required. Glass artist Heidi Reichenbach Finley makes this a super-fun, relaxed, and social event with friendly guidance for even the most glass-squeamish beginner. Fused glass is different from blown glass—you won’t be near the heat.

  Your creation will later be fired smooth in the college kiln room and then fixed to a wooden bench stand 14 inches high. Use indoors or carefully outdoors.

  As with all of Heidi’s classes, participants need no prior experience in glass or art of any kind to be successful. Really!

  *There are two varieties available. If you have a preference, please contact Heidi (contact info is below) to reserve your choice—white or unfinished wood.*

  Completed stands will be available for pick-up at the college within one week.

  Additional information for students: Eye protection is available in the Glassroom, though participants won’t be cutting or breaking glass intentionally. The instructor will provide safety guidelines and support for proper handling of glass. Please dress for work and wear closed-toe shoes.

  Questions? Students may contact the instructor anytime at midwestartist@msn.com or (260) 667-8719. 

  No drop ins. At the latest, students must register 48 hours before the day of class and should arrive on time, so as to receive adequate instruction.

  Intended for adults age 18 and up. Children 12-17 may register and participate under the close supervision of a registered adult participant.
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.
  
  

  

  Heidi Reichenbach Finley

  Heidi Reichenbach Finley is a masters level fine artist and art instructor. She teaches fused glass and Turkish Marbling in her Petoskey, Michigan home-studio. She comments, “As a recovering oil painter, I am drawn to the stunning patterns and endless color combinations afforded by both of these art forms.”

  Heidi’s artistic life is education-centered. She works with people of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. She has taught classes at eight northern Michigan art centers, opened her home to weekly private students, and taught 4 different credit-bearing courses for two universities. She is both a Continuing Education student and instructor at North Central Michigan College. Married to an academic, she adds: “I’m a lifer.”

  Please visit www.marblingsupplies.etsy.com for a glimpse at Heidi’s custom designed marbling supplies, papers, and gift items sold to enthusiasts in 50+ countries around the globe.

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• Gentle Yoga on Tuesday Evenings

  • Start
    Tue, September 01, 2026
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  • End
    Tue, September 22, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Borra Bldg Student Commons
  • Spaces left
    1

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  Gentle yoga relieves stress, increases flexibility, calms the mind, and strengthens the body. It's performed at a slower pace, with less extreme positions. This one-day a week, 4-week class is designed with gentle floor-based sequences with some standing positions helping you relax the muscles fully, integrating mind, body, and spirit, bringing ease to the breath, and tuning into the nervous system's healing capacity. Yoga is for every BODY - tall, small, big, tiny, young, old, and gender fluid. It truly is a way to move your body for every person on this planet. The purpose of the class is to create a space for all ages, abilities, and body types to move their bodies in a healthy and safe environment. This practice is open to all levels.

  
  

  What to bring:  Yoga mat and water bottle

  
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of the start of this class
  

  

  Jennifer Lovely

  Jennifer is a recovering healthcare professional. It wasn't until she had her own health issues that she realized the "care" in Healthcare was missing. After 20 years in the industry, Jennifer decided to take the leap into Wellness Coaching. To her it's been the most rewarding career. Seeing people change their lives and experience freedom from within has been a beautiful thing for Jennifer to witness. She's learned a lot throughout her time caring for people this way, learning one consistent thing is that people want to be seen, heard, and truly cared for. As part of overall wellness, knowing that exercise needs to be a key component and that it takes a lot of work to get started from ground zero. If exercise is already part of your life, you are one step closer to having the puzzle pieces fit together for overall health. Yoga offers nurturing, kindness, and compassion for the body, no matter what stage you are at when beginning the practice. Yoga is for every BODY-tall, small, big, tiny, young, old, and gender fluid. It truly is a way to move your body for every person on this planet. Jennifer wants to create a space for all ages, abilities, and body types to move their bodies in a healthy and safe environment. The wonderful thing about changing careers later in life is that Jennifer CHOOSE to be here and help people find their peace and freedom from within.

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• Outdoor Tai Chi Midday Class

  • Start
    Wed, September 02, 2026
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  • End
    Wed, September 30, 2026
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Harris Gardens
  • Spaces left
    12

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  This class will take place outside in the NCMC Harris Gardens.

  
  

  Tai chi originated as an ancient martial art in China. Over the years, it has become more focused on health promotion and rehabilitation.  It is a practice that involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures, a meditative state of mind, and controlled breathing. 

  Tai Chi and chronic pain:

  Research shows that tai chi can help with chronic pain, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and tension headaches. Tai chi is a low-impact exercise that can improve muscle strength and joint flexibility.

  Tai Chi and memory:

  Studies have shown tai chi improves memory and brain health. The Internation Institute of Tai Chi Health has merged medical research and traditional Chinese medicine to create this program. Tai Chi for Memory is especially useful for people with memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease and similar conditions. It is also designed to prevent these conditions.

  Caring for people with memory loss is challenging for family: the mind body program engages everyone for a quality time together. It will improve most aspects of health including balance, immunity and relaxation and can be practiced and enjoyed by anyone.

  Tai Chi and Diabetes:

  The Tai Chi for Diabetes program was developed to prevent and improve the control of diabetes. It incorporates medical research and traditional Chinese medicine to make tai chi sager, more effective and accessible.

  The program has helped many people with and without diabetes gain better health, improve balance, immunity, relation and quality of life.

  Refunds are unavailable within 48hrs of this class.

  
  

  Gretchen Stelter:  Instructor

  Gretchen Stelter is a certified Tai Chi for Health Instructor. Her certification is through the Tai Chi for Health Institute in Australia and the Dr Paul Lam, (MD) program which began in 2005 ( taichiforhealthinstitute.org ). She has been certified since 2012 and recertified every other year, to teach the classes all over the United States and abroad.
  
  

  Gretchen teaches classes to those that might be suffering from arthritis, balance issues, Parkinsons, Muscular Dystrophy and for those that want to increase their strength, coordination and over all well-being (mentally and physically).

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• Gentle Yoga on Thursday Evenings

  • Start
    Thu, September 03, 2026
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  • End
    Thu, September 24, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Borra Bldg Student Commons
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Gentle yoga relieves stress, increases flexibility, calms the mind, and strengthens the body. It's performed at a slower pace, with less extreme positions. This one-day a week, 4-week class is designed with gentle floor-based sequences with some standing positions helping you relax the muscles fully, integrating mind, body, and spirit, bringing ease to the breath, and tuning into the nervous system's healing capacity. Yoga is for every BODY - tall, small, big, tiny, young, old, and gender fluid. It truly is a way to move your body for every person on this planet. The purpose of the class is to create a space for all ages, abilities, and body types to move their bodies in a healthy and safe environment. This practice is open to all levels.

  
  

  What to bring:  Yoga mat and water bottle

  
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of the start of this class
  

  

  Jennifer Lovely

  Jennifer is a recovering healthcare professional. It wasn't until she had her own health issues that she realized the "care" in Healthcare was missing. After 20 years in the industry, Jennifer decided to take the leap into Wellness Coaching. To her it's been the most rewarding career. Seeing people change their lives and experience freedom from within has been a beautiful thing for Jennifer to witness. She's learned a lot throughout her time caring for people this way, learning one consistent thing is that people want to be seen, heard, and truly cared for. As part of overall wellness, knowing that exercise needs to be a key component and that it takes a lot of work to get started from ground zero. If exercise is already part of your life, you are one step closer to having the puzzle pieces fit together for overall health. Yoga offers nurturing, kindness, and compassion for the body, no matter what stage you are at when beginning the practice. Yoga is for every BODY-tall, small, big, tiny, young, old, and gender fluid. It truly is a way to move your body for every person on this planet. Jennifer wants to create a space for all ages, abilities, and body types to move their bodies in a healthy and safe environment. The wonderful thing about changing careers later in life is that Jennifer CHOOSE to be here and help people find their peace and freedom from within.

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• Intermediate Crochet

  • Start
    Tue, September 08, 2026
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  • End
    Tue, September 29, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Campus - Borra Learning Center Room 37
  • Spaces left
    11

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  Ready to level up your crochet game? Welcome to double crocHEY, where we take your basic crochet skills and give them a double dose of fun! If you’ve mastered the slip knot, chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet (no sweat, right?), then it’s time to move beyond the basics and get your hands into something a little more exciting.

  In this class, you will learn how to:

  • Work in the round
  • Increase and decrease stitches
  • Read those "mystical" patterns that once made you want to scream into your yarn stash
  • Change yarn colors

  Get ready to challenge yourself, laugh a lot, and maybe even shed a few happy tears when you finally conquer that tricky stitch. So, grab your favorite acrylic yarn, your H, I or J hook, and let’s get crocheting – it's time for double crocHEY!

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.

  
  

  

  Hello! I am Holly Kotz.  I am the owner of HollyDay Confections and mother of two adult children. I am overjoyed that a little person calls me Grammie. Originally from the Detroit area, I spent many years in Grand Rapids before relocating to Petoskey in 2020, following the path of so many seeking the beauty of northern Michigan. In my leisure time, I indulge in the art of crochet, baking, reading while lying in my hammock, and find peace in cultivating my flower gardens.

  
  

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• Raising & Releasing Migratory Butterflies Workshop

  • When
    Wed, September 09, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC - Health & Sci Bldg Rm. #335
  • Spaces left
    24

  
  

  The monarch is a well-known, strikingly beautiful butterfly. North American monarchs undertake one of the most complex migrations in the insect world: every year, this sophisticated little creature travels from the U.S. and Canada to forests in central Mexico—flying up to 2,500 miles. In the wild, herbicides, deforestation, and lack of milkweed are major challenges to their survival, and only 1 out of every 400 eggs will become a monarch. However, monarch expert Lauri Juday will show you how, under dedicated care at home, almost 99% of eggs can become adult monarchs who are then released back to local fields and surrounding gardens.

  
  

  In this workshop, Lauri will teach participants how to care for monarchs across their lifecycles, from eggs to adults. She will also show how to tag butterflies for tracking purposes and how to properly release them into the wild so they can continue on their generational migratory journey. 

  
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event

  
  

  
  

  Instructor: Lauri Juday

  No one works harder than Lauri Juday of Walloon Lake to nurture and protect Monarch butterflies. Last fall, she was awarded the Keep Michigan Beautiful, Inc., President’s Award for “Monarch Butterfly Protection.” Lauri raises Monarchs in her home each year, and has housed up to 2,000 caterpillars in her home at one time. Her tagged butterflies have been successfully tracked on their migration all the way down to Mexico. She has extensive knowledge of pollinators and has been a guest speaker and lecturer on the Monarch butterfly and other conservation efforts across Northern Michigan. 

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• Serene Shade Gardens with Deer Resistance

  • When
    Sat, September 12, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC Health & Sci Bldg Rm 333
  • Spaces left
    15

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  Ready to transform your shade garden into a vibrant oasis? 

  Join this engaging class all about shade gardening, and how to make yours a real stand-out through creative use of plant material.

  We’ll dive into the art of garden design, from picking the perfect spot to layering plants for eye-catching depth and curb appeal. You’ll learn how to use shrubs, small trees and perennials to create structure, and discover the power of leaf color & texture to make a statement in your garden. 

  The class will focus on use of deer resistant plant material.

  This session is packed with inspiration and practical advice—so come prepared to unleash your creativity and enjoy some gardening fun!

  ***Refunds are unavailable for cancellations made within 48 hours of the class***

  
  

  Kim Seelinger is a Master Gardener, certified through Michigan State University in 2002. Kim has worked in several retail greenhouses and has developed and maintained many public and private gardens. She also does some residential landscape design, consulting & maintenance. Her specialty is creating layered landscapes for multi-season interest, using leaf color and texture to create drama. Kim is also an avid skier and cyclist. She spends time skiing in the mountains every winter and is a certified ski instructor. She also spends many hours on her bike in northern Michigan in the summertime. However, “Gardening is my passion—I love getting my hands dirty, and I truly believe that an hour in the garden puts life’s problems in perspective.”

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• Zumba® Fitness – Move at Your Own Pace

  • Start
    Wed, September 16, 2026
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  • End
    Wed, October 21, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Harris Gardens
  • Spaces left
    15

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  Join us for a fun and welcoming six-week Zumba® Fitness course designed for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re brand new to Zumba or returning after time away, you’ll be encouraged to move at your own pace with easy-to-follow choreography and low-impact options available throughout class.
  

  Dance to an upbeat mix of Latin and international music, including salsa, merengue, cumbia, bachata, reggaeton, pop, disco, Afro beats, and more. Throughout the course, you’ll become more comfortable with the movements as we build confidence, improve coordination, increase cardiovascular fitness, and enjoy the energy of dancing together.

  The focus isn’t on perfection—it’s on moving your body, having fun, and leaving each class feeling stronger, healthier, and more energized than when you arrived.

  No dance experience is necessary. Just bring clean, supportive shoes, a full water bottle, and a smile!

  Please note, this is an outdoor class. If inclement weather occurs, that week's session will be held inside of SCRC (the gym building).

  Refunds are unavailable within 48 hrs of this class.

  
  
  Liz Jerichow: owner of Studio Hood

  Liz is a Zumba instructor and dance fitness creator based in Petoskey, Michigan. She specializes in Afro-Latin rhythms and believes dance should be accessible to everyone, regardless of experience level. Liz focuses on creating an uplifting and inclusive environment where people can move freely, build confidence, and connect through music and culture.
  

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• Swing Dance

  • When
    Fri, September 18, 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC Iron Horse Cafe
  • Spaces left
    16

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  Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn and dance Swing! Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and we will kick things off with a fun, easy-to-follow lesson from 7:45-8:00, followed by plenty of music to dance to until 10:00 p.m. It’s the perfect chance to dress up, learn some fresh moves, and enjoy a night of dancing. These are partner dances, so we recommend signing up with a dance partner.

  
  

  Refunds are unavailable within 48hrs of this class.

  Instructors Dirk and Megan Esterline have been dance partners for over 15 years. Dirk is a Spanish professor at North Central Michigan College, with more than 30 years of teaching experience. He honed his dance skills while studying in the Dominican Republic and Chile. Megan is a massage therapist who perfected her dance moves while traveling through Mexico and Spain.

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• Creating a Pollinator Garden

  • When
    Wed, September 23, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC - Health & Sci Bldg Rm. #335
  • Spaces left
    19

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  Fall is a great time to start planning out your garden beds for spring and for establishing perennials in the soil to make a perfect pollinator garden!

  
  

  In this class, participants will learn about the importance of pollinator species, their roles in the natural world, and how best to plant a nourishing garden that supports pollinator lifecycles. The instructor will discuss how to incorporate native plants into landscaping designs, planting tips and tricks, and the basics of how to manage pollinator-friendly habitats in your backyard. 

  
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event

  
  

  
  

  Instructor: Lauri Juday

  No one works harder than Lauri Juday of Walloon Lake to nurture and protect Monarch butterflies and other pollinator species. Last fall, she was awarded the Keep Michigan Beautiful, Inc., President’s Award for “Monarch Butterfly Protection.” She has extensive knowledge of pollinators and has been a guest speaker and lecturer on Monarch butterfly and other conservation efforts across Northern Michigan. 

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• Luncheon Lecture - Bluegrass!

  • When
    Fri, September 25, 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC Library Conference Center
  • Spaces left
    87

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  Combining Appalachian string band music, old-time fiddle tunes, blues, gospel, and Scottish/Irish traditional ballads, bluegrass music is a recent American tradition. Members of “Steel and Wood” will show us how the banjo, fiddle, bass, guitar and mandolin are played to create this sound made famous by Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs. We’ll even learn how they play “Foggy Mountain Breakdown.”

  A buffet lunch will be served around 11:30 am, lecture begins promptly at noon.

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.

  
  

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• A Beginner's Guide to Personal Finance - 4 Week Series

  • Start
    Fri, September 25, 2026
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  • End
    Fri, October 16, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Online

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  The world is rife with information on personal finance and opinions abound. Knowing where to start can be overwhelming. Join in this 4-week noon-time series to learn the when's, why's and how's of personal finance so that you can take control of your financial wellbeing.

  Week 1: Financial Foundation: A guide to managing your money

  This introduction to financial basics will discuss the importance of goal setting and financial planning; touch on the basics of budgeting, managing debt and credit, investing and saving; and talk about establishing good habits for the future. You will also have a chance to ask your own personal questions. 

  Week 2: Investing 101: Investing through Volatile Markets

  You’ve probably heard of investing in “the market” but do you really know what a stock or a bond even is? There’s a lot of jargon in the financial world that can be confusing, not to mention all the news headlines trying to scare you. Austin will help you break through all this noise in the Bonds vs Stocks class. You’ll walk away understanding exactly what a bond or a stock is so that you can know how to put your money to work for you! In this class you’ll learn the different categories of these two investment types and how they are generally used in combination in an investment strategy. You’ll also have a chance to ask your own questions. 

  Week 3: Investing 102: Investing through Volatile Markets

  Markets go up and down all the time. But volatility doesn’t just refer to market losses; periods of big gains can be part of that fluctuation too. In this class you’ll learn about the factors that contribute to market volatility, how it behaves, and strategies you can follow to help you more confidently navigate through periods of volatility in your investing journey. 

  Week 4: Overview of Financial Planning

  The Personal Finance series will wrap up with a high‑level look at the core parts of a well‑rounded financial plan, including managing risk, investing, tax planning, and preparing for retirement. We’ll discuss how these areas fit together and why having a coordinated approach can make a meaningful difference over time. 

  Please note: This presentation will not be recorded.

  
  

  Austin Willson
  

  Austin Willson is a Financial Advisor at OsborneKlein, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, with offices in Petoskey and Alpena MI. Austin got his start in the financial services industry over 3 years ago in the Detroit Metro area. After a brief stint as a writer and editorial relations executive with a financial news startup, Austin moved back to his hometown of Petoskey to join the team at OsborneKlein. Currently, Austin focuses on helping clients feel more confident, connected and in control of their financial life through financial planning and investment management.

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• Knitting Basics

  • Start
    Mon, October 05, 2026
  •  
  • End
    Mon, November 02, 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Campus Room TBD
  • Spaces left
    7

  

  
  

  This is a very low pressure beginning knitting class with an emphasis on relaxing and enjoying knitting. We will learn to cast on, and make the basic stitches. Then we will use these stitches to make an easy cowl (or scarf if preferred). Knitters-to-be should bring size 10.5 needles and a skein of Aran weight yarn (120 yds for cowl and 300 yds if choosing the scarf option).

  
  

  If you’ve always wanted to learn to knit, now is your chance! Come learn with us! Ages 13+

  
  

  Note: No Class on October 26th.

  
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.

  
  

  

  A Petoskey native, Kelly Shively was born and raised on a farm east of town. Growing up with a knitting mother, she was introduced to the craft at an early age. It didn’t take. Later in life, when she became the mother of three lovely little girls, she picked up the needles again, and this time it was a success. Now a knitter and spinner of 30+ years, she finds great peace and fulfillment in these crafts. She loves to teach, and feels like teaching helps keep her own excitement and love of these crafts refreshed. Kelly has taught many northern Michigan women (and men!) to knit and spin, and hopes to continue doing so. Her philosophy tends more toward relaxation and enjoyment, rather than a black and white Strict Rules philosophy. “There are a lot of ways of doing this,” she’ll often say. “Find the way that fits you and brings you joy, and stick with it."

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• Knitting Basic Socks

  • Start
    Mon, October 05, 2026
  •  
  • End
    Mon, November 02, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Campus Room TBD
  • Spaces left
    7

  
  

  Socks are the perfect take-along knitting project. They fit in your purse or backpack and are great for keeping you busy while waiting for an appointment, or watching sports.
  
  Come learn the basics of socks!  We will be teaching the magic loop method, so you will need a circular needle (size 1, at least 32” long) and a full ball of sock yarn (usually 400+ yds).

  
  

  Socks are easy and fun. Students should have a good handle on knit and purl stitches. Knowledge of circular knitting would be helpful, but is not mandatory.

  Ages 13+

  
  

  Come learn with us! 
  
  

  Note: No class on Oct. 26th.

  
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.

  
  

  

  A Petoskey native, Kelly Shively was born and raised on a farm east of town. Growing up with a knitting mother, she was introduced to the craft at an early age. It didn’t take. Later in life, when she became the mother of three lovely little girls, she picked up the needles again, and this time it was a success. Now a knitter and spinner of 30+ years, she finds great peace and fulfillment in these crafts. She loves to teach, and feels like teaching helps keep her own excitement and love of these crafts refreshed. Kelly has taught many northern Michigan women (and men!) to knit and spin, and hopes to continue doing so. Her philosophy tends more toward relaxation and enjoyment, rather than a black and white Strict Rules philosophy. “There are a lot of ways of doing this,” she’ll often say. “Find the way that fits you and brings you joy, and stick with it."

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• Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

  • When
    Sat, October 10, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Online
  • Spaces left
    24

  Register

  

  In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration.

  
  Craig Coffman
  Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years’ experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years.   He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.   

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• The Magic of Fall Gardening

  • When
    Sat, October 10, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC Health & Sci Bldg Rm 333
  • Spaces left
    24

  Register

  
  

  Transform Your Garden This Autumn! Set up for success in 2027

  Who says gardening is just for spring and summer? Autumn is bursting with possibilities, and it’s a great time to make improvements for next year. Dive into the vibrant world of fall gardening, where you’ll discover how to turn this often-overlooked season into your ultimate secret weapon for a stunning, year-round landscape.

  In this energizing class, you’ll unlock pro tips and creative strategies to prepare and elevate your garden—not just for winter, but to set the stage for breathtaking spring blooms and lush summer growth next year. Get ready to maximize your outdoor space with color, texture, and all-season interest!

  Topics include:

  Fall Maintenance

  • What & how to prune
  • What to protect & how to overwinter your most prized plantings
  • Planning for next year

  What to plant now

  • Leveraging hearty shrubs as an alternative to flowers
  • Using leaf color and texture in lieu of flowers
  • Winter interest – plantings for all seasons
  • Planting now for spring surprises

  Fearless with Bulbs, Tubers & Rhizomes

  • Understanding their growth habits & know the difference
  • How & where to use them
  • How to manage/split & store them

  
  

  ***Refunds are unavailable for cancellations made within 48 hours of the class***

  
  

  Kim Seelinger is a Master Gardener, certified through Michigan State University in 2002. Kim has worked in several retail greenhouses and has developed and maintained many public and private gardens. She also does some residential landscape design, consulting & maintenance. Her specialty is creating layered landscapes for multi-season interest, using leaf color and texture to create drama. Kim is also an avid skier and cyclist. She spends time skiing in the mountains every winter and is a certified ski instructor. She also spends many hours on her bike in northern Michigan in the summertime. However, “Gardening is my passion—I love getting my hands dirty, and I truly believe that an hour in the garden puts life’s problems in perspective.”

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• Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

  • When
    Sat, October 10, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Online
  • Spaces left
    25

  Register

  In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+

  
  

  
  Craig Coffman
  

  Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years’ experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years.   He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.   

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• Improv

  • Start
    Mon, October 12, 2026
  •  
  • End
    Mon, November 30, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    Library Conference rooms 1,2
  • Spaces left
    20

  Register

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  Come join the fun in this popular class!!

  Do you want to help your brain work better?  Are you looking to improve your communication skills, sharpen your mental agility, boost creativity, become more decisive, and reduce stress while building confidence?  This class uses simple, fun, and effective improv games that anyone can play.

  Whether you are new to improv or have years of experience, this is your chance to explore the wonderful world of improvisation.  Learn new skills or strengthen those you already have - all while having fun.  Think of it as recess for adults!

  Dean Tahtinen will guide you through a lively, interactive experience rooted in the joy of "Yes, And."  Come laugh, connect, and discover new ways to think, listen, and play.

  Dean Tahtinen has been immersed in the world of improv for the past 20 years, performing with groups such as Second Sundays and the Petoskey Improv Troupe (P.I.T.), his mission is to share the transformative power of improv with as many people as possible. While Dean humbly admits that he may never be the "best" teacher, he is committed to continuously improving his teaching skills through workshops and attending improv performances around the world.

  Refunds are unavailable within 48 hours of the start date.

  Scholarships to cover class fees are available. To inquire, please call Alecia Croft at (231) 348-6661

  
  

  
  

  Dean Tahtinen

  In 2002 Dean was introduced to theatre as a co-leading man in play “The Best Man.” Since then, he has been onstage, backstage, and next to the stage as an actor, stage manager, assistant director, and light and sound technician for 15 or more productions. He began his improv journey with the Second Sunday Improv troop that preformed for 7 years on the second Sunday of the month raising funds for non-profit organizations. As the members of Second Sunday left the area, Dean took a couple of years off before forming the Petoskey Improv Troop or PIT that performed for 2 ½ years. He has lead improv after school classes with elementary schools in Petoskey, Alanson and East Jordan. He has provided the basics of improv: "don’t say no....make everyone look better and listen", to various organizations thru staff in-services. Dean's formal training consists of an intensive workshop at Second City Improv in Chicago, and informal training includes hours of research and visiting improv troops in Chicago, Toronto, Denver, Boston, and Melbourne Australia. Dean has a love for bringing the joy and creativity of improv to adults and children.

  
  

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• MSCTC Corrections Academy - Fall 2026

  • Start
    Mon, October 19, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Fri, November 13, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Charlevoix County Sheriff's Office, 1000 Grant St., Charlevoix, MI 49720
  • Spaces left
    24

  Registration is closed

  Officers are in high demand.

  It's a great time to begin a new career!

  
  

  Classes begin Monday, Oct. 19, 2026

  Registration deadline Friday, October 9, 2026

  The Michigan Sheriffs’ Coordinating and Training Council (MSCTC) approved one hundred sixty-hour (160-hour) Local Corrections Officer Academy for correctional personnel supervising inmates in county jails. The Academy is required within one year of hire or for new hires into Sheriff's Office Correctional facilities as a Local Corrections Officer. The Academy is being offered by North Central Michigan College, an approved educational partner. The Academies are conducted by instructors who are certified by the MSCTC.

  Topics covered:

  Booking and Intake
  Correctional Law
  Cultural Diversity
  Custody and Security
  Defensive Tactics
  Ethics
  Fire Safety
  First Aid/CPR/AED
  Interpersonal Communications
  Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
  Prisoner Mental Health, Suicide and Behavior Awareness
  Professionalism
  Report Writing
  Stress Management
  (Comprehensive) Final Examination

  Tuition: $ 1,500.00*
  
  Location:
  Charlevoix County Sheriff's Office, 1000 Grant St., Charlevoix, MI 49720

  Graduation: Nov. 13, 2026 (same location as classes)
  
  *This program is eligible for Michigan Works! funding and does not require completion of FAFSA. Reach out to your local agency for assistance. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Rob at rscholey@ncmich.edu

  Questions? Contact:
  
  ​​Robert Scholey, Corrections Academy Director, Adjunct Criminal Justice Professor
  North Central Michigan College
  1515 Howard St.
  Petoskey, MI 49770
  Phone: 888-298-6605
  rscholey@ncmich.edu
  

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• Instant Ukulele for Hopelessly Busy People

  • When
    Thu, October 29, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online
  • Spaces left
    25

  Register

  

  In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the ukulele to give you years of musical enjoyment and you won’t have to take private lessons to do this. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online recorded follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also access to optional live periodic question and answer sessions at no additional cost. Class is online using zoom and is partly hands on and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+.

  
  

  
  Craig Coffman
  

  Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years’ experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years.   He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.   

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• Conversational Guitar

  • Start
    Mon, November 02, 2026
  •  
  • End
    Mon, December 14, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Campus - Room TBD
  • Spaces left
    12

  Register

  
  

  This 6-week course is for guitarists seeking an introduction to, and exploration of, the acoustic guitar’s most common role: that of accompaniment to song. Participants will learn basic chords, a variety of strumming styles, and some finger style patterns, using familiar songs as course material, with the goal of achieving a wide enough core knowledge of chords and styles to be able to learn songs quickly and to play them reliably in a group, social, or solo setting. Acoustic guitars are preferred, but electric guitars are welcome. Electric guitarists must provide their own amplifiers. There is a six student minimum and twelve student maximum for this course. Minimum 16 years of age. 

  Note: No class on November 23th.

  
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.

  
  

  
  

  Owen James is a vocalist, guitarist, pianist and music instructor, with over 30 years of performing and teaching experience. In addition to performing in cafés, clubs and concert halls across the U.S., he has offered private and group lessons in voice, guitar and jazz improvisation. No matter the setting, his chief goals are to educate and inspire those around him, to share the love of music and to create opportunities, through music, for personal growth, self-expression and communication.

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• Crochet for Beginners

  • Start
    Tue, November 03, 2026
  •  
  • End
    Tue, November 24, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Campus - Room TBD
  • Spaces left
    19

  Register

  
  

  Join us for CrocHEY!.....a fun and engaging beginner’s crochet class where you’ll learn the basics of this timeless craft in a relaxed, social setting. Whether you’ve never picked up a hook before or need a refresher, this class will guide you through the essential stitches and techniques to get you started on your crochet journey.

  In this class, you will:

  • Get a grip on how to hold your hook and yarn comfortably
  • Learn the lingo of crochet & begin to read patterns
  • Conquer basic stitches like chain, single crochet, and double crochet
  • Create your first useable project (a dishcloth)
  • Get hands-on guidance and troubleshooting help
  • Connect with fellow beginners in a supportive, creative space

  No experience is necessary—just bring an H crochet hook, one skein (ball) of cotton yarn and one skein of light-colored acrylic yarn along with your enthusiasm and get ready to say, “Hey! I can crochet!”

  Let’s get hooked together at CrocHEY!

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.

  
  

  

  Hello! I am Holly Kotz.  I am the owner of HollyDay Confections and mother of two adult children. I am overjoyed that a little person calls me Grammie. Originally from the Detroit area, I spent many years in Grand Rapids before relocating to Petoskey in 2020, following the path of so many seeking the beauty of northern Michigan. In my leisure time, I indulge in the art of crochet, baking, reading while lying in my hammock, and find peace in cultivating my flower gardens.

  
  

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• Fluent Guitar

  • Start
    Thu, November 05, 2026
  •  
  • End
    Thu, December 17, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    NCMC Campus - Room TBD
  • Spaces left
    12

  Register

  

  This course is for guitarists seeking to expand on their core guitar knowledge by adding advanced chords and more complex finger-style patterns, as well as pertinent scales and other music theory elements for deeper musical understanding. By applying these acquired skills to familiar songs in a variety of genres, attendees will develop further knowledge of the fretboard, expand their known repertoire, and improve their ability to read music—both standard notation and tablature—enabling them to learn songs more quickly and to play with confidence in new settings and situations. Acoustic guitars are preferred, but electric guitars are welcome. Electric guitarists must provide their own amplifiers. There is a six student minimum and twelve student maximum for this course. Minimum 16 years of age. 
  Note: No class on November 26.

  
  

  Cancellations are non-refundable within 48 hours of this event.
  

  
  

  
  

  Owen James is a vocalist, guitarist, pianist and music instructor, with over 30 years of performing and teaching experience. In addition to performing in cafés, clubs and concert halls across the U.S., he has offered private and group lessons in voice, guitar and jazz improvisation. No matter the setting, his chief goals are to educate and inspire those around him, to share the love of music and to create opportunities, through music, for personal growth, self-expression and communication.

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• Your Winter Garden: Seasonal Design & Protection

  • When
    Sat, November 14, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    NCMC Health & Sci Bldg Rm 333
  • Spaces left
    25

  Register

  
  

  Transform Your Outdoor Space with Year-Round Interest

  Ready to make your garden shine all winter long? Join us for “Your Winter Garden,” an engaging class where you’ll discover the secrets to vibrant planters and dynamic landscapes even during the coldest months. Learn how to create stunning winter planters with easy transitions to spring, harness the color and texture of evergreens, and work with broadleaf varieties for lasting impact. Dive into creative ways to incorporate dried and cut plant material for added interest.

  Explore which plants offer the best winter appeal and find out what to trim or shape now versus what’s best saved for spring. We’ll guide you through designing with height, color, and texture in mind, showing you how thoughtful plant choices can elevate your garden’s look. Plus, get practical tips on protecting your garden from harsh winter winds and hungry deer, ensuring your plants thrive until spring’s arrival.

  As an added bonus, discover what you can plant now for early spring surprises—creating a landscape that delights from the first thaw. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this class will inspire and equip you to enjoy your outdoor space year-round. Sign up and experience the beauty of a winter garden that’s full of life!

  
  

  ***Refunds are unavailable for cancellations made within 48 hours of the class***

  
  

  Kim Seelinger is a Master Gardener, certified through Michigan State University in 2002. Kim has worked in several retail greenhouses and has developed and maintained many public and private gardens. She also does some residential landscape design, consulting & maintenance. Her specialty is creating layered landscapes for multi-season interest, using leaf color and texture to create drama. Kim is also an avid skier and cyclist. She spends time skiing in the mountains every winter and is a certified ski instructor. She also spends many hours on her bike in northern Michigan in the summertime. However, “Gardening is my passion—I love getting my hands dirty, and I truly believe that an hour in the garden puts life’s problems in perspective.”

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• How To Play Piano by Ear

  • When
    Sat, November 21, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Online
  • Spaces left
    25

  Register

  How To Play Piano by Ear

  Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: How to play songs without relying on music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing-all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the “Instant Piano” class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizons, and free yourself from sheet-music dependence, and be the life of the party! Prior experience with chords recommended. Fee includes the online book, online follow-up lessons, a recording of the class and an optional monthly question and answer session.

  
  

  Class is held online using zoom.

  
  

  Topics include:​

  • How to find the starting note​​​​
  • How to determine when chords change
  • How to predict the chord progression​​
  • How chords help you find the correct melody
  • How the melody helps you find the correct chords​
  • How to learn songs from recordings
  • How to transpose​​​​​
  • The Universal Key Signature
  • How to use the Circle of Fifths​​​
  • How to recognize the most common chord patterns

  
  Craig Coffman
  Craig is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director. He has over 30 years experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years. He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.

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• How To Play Piano by Ear

  • When
    Sat, February 20, 2027
  •  
    11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Online
  • Spaces left
    25

  How To Play Piano by Ear

  Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: How to play songs without relying on music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing-all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the “Instant Piano” class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizons, and free yourself from sheet-music dependence, and be the life of the party! Prior experience with chords recommended. Fee includes the online book, online follow-up lessons, a recording of the class and an optional monthly question and answer session.

  
  

  Class is held online using zoom.

  
  

  Topics include:​

  • How to find the starting note​​​​
  • How to determine when chords change
  • How to predict the chord progression​​
  • How chords help you find the correct melody
  • How the melody helps you find the correct chords​
  • How to learn songs from recordings
  • How to transpose​​​​​
  • The Universal Key Signature
  • How to use the Circle of Fifths​​​
  • How to recognize the most common chord patterns

  
  Craig Coffman
  Craig is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director. He has over 30 years experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years. He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.

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• Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

  • When
    Mon, April 12, 2027
  •  
    6:30 AM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Online
  • Spaces left
    25

  

  In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration.

  
  Craig Coffman
  Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years’ experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years.   He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.   

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• Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

  • When
    Tue, April 13, 2027
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online
  • Spaces left
    25

  In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+

  
  

  
  Craig Coffman
  

  Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years’ experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years.   He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.   

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• Instant Ukulele for Hopelessly Busy People

  • When
    Thu, April 15, 2027
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online
  • Spaces left
    25

  

  In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the ukulele to give you years of musical enjoyment and you won’t have to take private lessons to do this. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online recorded follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also access to optional live periodic question and answer sessions at no additional cost. Class is online using zoom and is partly hands on and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+.

  
  

  
  Craig Coffman
  

  Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years’ experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout Arizona, Minnesota and the United States over the last 27 years.   He has a degree in Sociology from Illinois Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.   

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