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LIFELONG LEARNING
Spring 2016
In partnership with the Petoskey District Library, North Central Michigan College
offers a series of classes designed for learners of all ages. Enjoy intellectual
adventures and great conversations led by North Central instructors. For more information
or to register by phone, please call 231-348-6613. Please register and pay in advance.
This first section lists the workshops that will be held at the
Petoskey District Library, Lower Level, 500 E. Mitchell St., Petoskey, Michigan.
Italy: a Cultural Tour
Take a tour of Italy’s beautiful, historic cities with photographer and travel guide Robyn Scott.
Fridays, April 15, 22, and 29
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
$25/series of 3 classes or $10/class
April 15 – Eternal Rome
April 22 – Venice, Florence and Cinque Terre
April 29 – Hill Towns of Umbria
Photographer and travel guide Robyn Scott has lived
and travelled throughout Europe and worked as a
speaker for Celebrity cruises. Explore the architecture, art
and history of three spectacular regions of Italy with Robyn.
Family and Friends CPR Community Event
Tuesday, May 10
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
FREE
Learn the life-saving skills of adult hands-only CPR, child CPR with breaths,
adult and child AED use, infant CPR and choking relief. Designed for parents,
students, grandparents, and others who want to learn CPR but do not need a
course completion card. Taught by NCMC coordinator of EMS, Jim Cousino.
Biblical Archeology
Thursdays, May 12, 19, and 26
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
$35/series of 3 classes
Professor and archeologist Owen Chestnut will lead students on
a historical tour of the Near East, focusing on archeological sites
of Biblical significance, covering historical geography, archaeology in Israel, and recent archaeological finds in Jerusalem.
Chestnut is an expert in Near Eastern history, has researched
the region extensively, and has led digs in Israel and Jordan.
Petoskey, Gaylord, and Cheboygan
www.ncmich.edu / 231-348-6613
Introduction (or Re-introduction) to Bridge
Fridays, May 13, 20 and 27 - June 3, 10 and 17
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
FREE
Learn the basics of playing bridge, a classic, strategic, card game, in the informal setting of the library. Students will learn the first steps in bidding and card
play.
Instructors: Allison White, members of the Petoskey Duplicate Bridge Club
This second section lists the workshops that will be held at the
North Central Michigan College, 1515 Howard St., Petoskey, Michigan.
LIFE LONG
LEARNING
ON CAMPUS
Untold Stories of the Odawa
Thursdays, April 14, 21 and 28 - May 5
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
$10/class or $30/series
Room 70, Lower Level Main Classroom Building
North Central Michigan College
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April 14 – Little Traverse Bay History from the Odawa Perspective
April 21 – Odawa Belief System
April 28 – The Boarding School: History & Site Visit
May 5 – Contemporary Issues: media stereotypes, Columbus Day,
mascots and more
Taught by Eric Hemenway, Little Traverse Bay Band Director of Archives.
KARATE
Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 12 - June 30
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
$60 per month (Payment due on the 3rd of each month)
Gym Court #3-A - SCRC
North Central Michigan College
Learn Isshin-Ryu Karate, a traditional Okinawan Martial Art. This class
teaches basic hand-foot techniques, forms (Kata), empty-hand sparring
and self-defense techniques. The practice of martial arts will improve your
physical conditioning, endurance, self-confidence, discipline and concentration
at work or school. Instructor: Sensei Tim Reeves, 5th Degree Black Belt, Board
Certified Instructor Isshinryu Karate & Self Defense, and 15-year karate teacher.
Beginning Pickleball
Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 7- 30 and July 5 - 28
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
$60/month
Gym Court, SCRC
North Central Michigan College
Designed for people new to the sport, these sessions will help you develop basic
racquet skills, understand the game rules and techniques. Enjoy hours of practice,
fun and great exercise with fitness instructor Mike Rudolph.
From Convulsion to Caliphate:
The Creation and Challenge of ISIS
Each semester, North Central’s International Committee, in partnership with the Michigan Global
Awareness Consortium, brings free international events to campus. Students and community members
are welcome to attend all international events.
Thursday, April 14
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
FREE - No registration required
Library Conference Rooms 1 & 2
North Central Michigan College
Photo credit: CNN
Where did ISIS come from and what can the United States do to
limit its impact? What hurdles do we face in confronting this unique
terrorist group?
Since the summer of 2014, the world has
watched as ISIS has grown.
Presidential candidates are
campaigning on their differing strategies to reduce the reach of ISIS.
Dr. Scott LaDeur, political science instructor at North Central
Michigan College, will lecture on the threat of ISIS and potential
U.S. responses on March 24th. Dr. LaDeur has taught courses
on terrorism at multiple institutions with one of them featured in
the New York Times.
Local Foods Alliance
Monthly Potluck and Meeting
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Free – No Reservations Required
Iron Horse Café, Conf. 4
North Central Michigan College
RETAINING AND ATTRACTING TALENT
Thursday, April 14
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
FREE
North Central Michigan College
Library Conference Room 1-2
1515 Howard Street
Petoskey, MI 49770
This business meeting will focus on keeping and finding qualified talent for your company. We will look at the factors
facing businesses over the next five years in finding great new employees and keeping your best employees. Includes
delicious lunch from the Iron Horse Cafe.
Contact North Central Michigan College’s Corporate and Community Education to reserve your place at the meeting.
Call (231) 348-6613.
Registration Form – CCE Workshops – Please print and return by mail or fax.
Please register at least three days before the start of the workshop. You will receive email notification confirming your class registration and
details about the class several days prior to the class start date. Class materials will be provided during the first session.
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