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Special Interest ClassesMay to August 2019

PIMA COUNTY

3500 West River Road • Tucson, AZ 85741520-724-5000 • www.pima.gov/nrpr

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2019 SESSION DATESSpring/Summer Session 2: May 1-August 21, 2019Registration Opens: April 2, 2019 at 6:00 a.m. MST

REGISTRATION DEADLINEPlease check on-line for individual class deadline information.

ON-LINE REGISTRATION INFORMATIONYou can register for classes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from the comfort of your home or any public computer.

Go to www.pima.gov/nrpr and hit the button. Simply create an account and you will be all set up to register for classes when registration opens.

Unable to register online? Call Lisa Uthe at 520-724-5264 for assistance. Please note that calling for assistance does not guarantee registration into a class. We accept cash or credit card at the River Road office. Mail in registrations and checks are not accepted.

Classes are filled on a first come first serve basis. Register early to ensure a space in the class you want. If the class you want is full, add yourself to the wait list to ensure a space in the class if an opening becomes available. Wait lists are prioritized on a first come first serve basis. Registration for unfilled spaces may be available the first week of class, but you are strongly urged to register early.

MATERIAL FEESDo not include material fees with class registration fees. Material fees are paid directly to the class instructor on the first day of class.

CLASS CONFIRMATIONWhen registering on-line you have the option to print your receipt. If you choose to register in person, a receipt will be printed and given to upon payment of your class(es).

CLASS CANCELATIONA minimum number of people must register for a class in order for it to be held. It is at the Instructors’ digression to set the minimum number of students.

REFUND/TRANSFER FEESRefund fee: $10 Transfer fee: $5 These fees will be waived if a class is canceled due to a facility issue, instructor issue or if the minimum number of student requirements are not met.

CLASS INFORMATIONFor class information go to www.pima.gov/nrpr. If you require assistance with registering, please call 520-724-5264.

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Class Locations

CR Historic Canoa Ranch 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd. Green Valley, 85622

CCNP Cienega Creek Natural Preserve Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead at Cienega Creek Natural Preserve 16000 E. Marsh Station Rd., 85641

DDC Desert Discovery Center 7798 W. Gates Pass Rd. Tucson, 85745

FW Flowing Wells Community Center 1660 W. Ruthrauff Rd. Tucson, 85705

NWAC Northwest Art Center 7770 N. Shannon Rd. Tucson, 85741

SERP SE Regional Park Shooting Range 11296 S. Harrison Rd. Tucson, 85747

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Classes for Tots, Youth, and Teens

BOARD OF SUPERVISORSRichard Elías, Chairman • District 5

Ally Miller • District 1Ramón Valadez • District 2Sharon Bronson • District 3

Steve Christy • District 4

PIMA COUNTY ADMINISTRATORChuck Huckelberry

NATURAL RESOURCES, PARKS AND RECREATIONChris Cawein, Director

3500 West River Road • Tucson, AZ 85741520-724-5000 • www.pima.gov/nrpr

Pima County HolidaysMay 27 – Memorial Day

July 4 – Independence Day

ARTS & CRAFTS

ART/DRAWING/PAINTINGSelf Portrait Workshop for Your Dad or Friend(Ages 8 to 17)Instructor: Diane Perkins TPS Make a fun portrait of yourself for dad’s day. Add words and your ideas for a special gift. For more information email instructor at [email protected]. Supplies provided. Max 20 students.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8832 NWAC-303 Sat 6/8 2:00-4:00 p.m. $15

Portrait Drawing for Teens (Ages 10-17)Instructor: Diane Perkins TPSConstruction methods made fast and easy for drawing portraits. Move from developing simple basic shapes and have fun while developing your own creative voice in drawing the portrait. Six

drawing-skill lessons for head and face features. For more information and supply list email instruc-tor at [email protected]. Max 15 students.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8831 NWAC-303 Tue 6/11-7/16 10:30 a.m.-Noon $90

COOKINGKids Plant Based Cooking Classes (Ages 11-14)Instructor: Vanessa Leschak This class offers an introduction to plant based cooking for kids ages 11-14. Kids will learn fun-damental kitchen skills, focusing on measuring, mixing, working cleanly and safely in the kitchen, and exploring new foods. We will make plant-based meals and kids will be encouraged to create their own recipes. Materials fee of $15 is paid to the instructor at the first class. For more info email: [email protected] Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8889 NWAC-303 Sat 5/4-6/1 1:00-3:00 p.m. $508890 NWAC-303 Mon 6/17-7/29 Noon-2:00 p.m. $70

FIRST AID & SAFETY

SAFETYGrowing Up Gun Safe (Ages 8-15)Instructors: Dan Southard, Fred Thourot Do you own firearms and have kids? We’ll go over safety with handguns, shotguns and rifles in this class. We will take the mystery out of the firearm so that your child knows it is a deadly weapon and not a toy. Half of the class is spent in the classroom going over safety rules and answering questions. The rest of the class is on-range shooting. An adult MUST accompany the child and take the class with them (no fee for the adult). Please visit www.gatorfarmtactical.com for more detailed class de-scriptions.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8898 SERP Thu 5/16 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $808899 SERP Thu 7/25 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $80

SCIENCECSI Tucson (Youth grades 5-8)Instructor: Dr. Art FriedmanAre you interested in learning about the science behind crime scene investigation? These four-class

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presentations will teach you the fundamentals of forensic science and give you hands-on experi-ence in topics such as DNA “fingerprinting”, blood detection and hidden fingerprint development and analysis. For more information, e-mail instructor at: [email protected] Code Location Dates Time Fee8947 FW-111 Mon 5/6 4:00-5:30 p.m. $608948 FW-111 Mon 5/20 4:00-5:30 p.m. $608949 FW-111 Mon 6/3 4:00-5:30 p.m. $608950 FW-111 Mon 6/17 4:00-5:30 p.m. $60

CSI Tucson (High School grades 9-12)Instructor: Dr. Art FriedmanForensic Science and Crime Scene Investigation is covered in more depth and will include diverse topics and activities such as microscopic hair and fiber matching, blood typing and detection, DNA analysis and more. For additional information con-tact Dr. Friedman at [email protected] Code Location Dates Time Fee8951 FW-111 Tue 5/7 4:00-5:30 p.m. $608952 FW-111 Tue 5/21 4:00-5:30 p.m. $608953 FW-111 Tue 6/4 4:00-5:30 p.m. $608954 FW-111 Tue 6/18 4:00-5:30 p.m. $60

Rocks in My Head – (Youth grades 5-8)Instructor: Dr. Art FriedmanDo you like to collect rocks and minerals? Well, you should, since you live in the mineral capital of the Southwest. Learn how minerals are formed, what they’re composed of, how crystals grow, what causes their colors and how they are identi-fied and named. Laboratory activities are included in each session and participants will take home mineral specimens. Contact Dr. Friedman at: [email protected] for additional informa-tion.

Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8959 FW-111 Mon 6/24 10:00-11:30 a.m. $658960 FW-111 Mon 7/1 10:00-11:30 a.m. $658961 FW-111 Mon 7/22 10:00-11:30 a.m. $658962 FW-111 Mon 7/29 10:00-11:30 a.m. $65

Rocks in My Head (High School grades 9-12)Instructor: Dr. Art FriedmanIn this four-session series we’ll explore all aspects of mineralogy from physical properties through chemical analysis. You’ll learn how to categorize and identify minerals and discover some ordinary and quite extraordinary properties of certain speci-mens. Each participant will receive specimens which he or she can subject to chemical and physi-cal testing and keep as part of a growing collection. Contact Dr. Friedman at: [email protected] for additional information.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8963 FW-111 Tue 6/25 10:00-11:30 a.m. $658964 FW-111 Tue 7/2 10:00-11:30 a.m. $658965 FW-111 Tue 7/23 10:00-11:30 a.m. $658966 FW-111 Tue 7/30 10:00-11:30 a.m. $65

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Classes for Adults (Ages 18 and up)

ARTS & CRAFTS

ART/DRAWING/PAINTING Drawing Multi MediaInstructor: Larry Wollam, CPSALearn illustration techniques using pen and ink, ink wash, scratchboard, atomized ink, pastel, pencil, charcoal, and colored pencil. Beginners accepted with instructor’s approval. (No class 7/3)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8833 NWAC-303 Wed 5/1-5/29 1:30-4:30 p.m. $608834 NWAC-303 Wed 6/5-7/10 1:30-4:30 p.m. $608835 NWAC-303 Wed 7/24-8/21 1:30-4:30 p.m. $60

Realism with WatercolorInstructor: Larry Wollam, SAWG, WFWSFor intermediate to advanced students looking to achieve a controlled realism in the work they are doing. Students must have mastered the basics of drawing, etc. enough to achieve a very realistic rendering of the subject to be painted. [This not a beginning watercolor class]. (No class 7/5)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8836 NWAC-303 Fri 5/3-5/31 9:00 a.m.-Noon $608837 NWAC-303 Fri 6/7-7/12 9:00 a.m.-Noon $608838 NWAC-303 Fri 7/26-8/23 9:00 a.m.-Noon $60

Picture Framing and Art PresentationInstructor: Larry Wollam, Cerified PictureFramer (CPF)This class will offer detailed instruction in frame cutting and manufacturing, archival preservation, and all types of mat cutting for works of art under glass to include hinging, sink-mounts, canvas/tex-tile stretching and floats. The first class (important) will cover all tools and materials. The instructor will have several mat cutters for use in the class, but you may have, or may wish to purchase your own. A number of blank mats will be furnished for practice.

Intense, but fun! Class is limited to 10 participants.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8839 NWAC-303 Fri 5/3-6/21 1:00-4:00 p.m. $96 Let’s Draw-1, for Beginner & ExperiencedInstructor: Diane Perkins, TPSFive basic lessons help you develop the ability to draw everyday objects and what you see walking outdoors. Improve your drawing skills using pen-cils, charcoal pencils, and pastel pencils. Add excit-ing extras to create a work of art. For more informa-tion and supply list email instructor at [email protected]. Max 15 students. (No class 7/4)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8829 NWAC-303 Tue 4/30-5/28 10:30 a.m.-Noon $758830 NWAC-303 Thu 6/13-7/11 10:30 a.m.-Noon $75

Art as a Way of Knowing the Sonoran Desert Instructor: Dr. Lee Ann WooleryEngage your senses – breathe, listen, touch, ob-serve – while walking among 100 year-old sagua-ros, mesquite bosque and riparian areas. Engage your creativity – draw, paint and write the desert’s story in this mini-course with guided instruction in Art-Based Perceptual Ecology methods taught by ABPE pioneer, Dr. Lee Ann Woolery, ecolo-gist and artist. Learn about the flora and fauna in this unique desert biome and how to translate these place stories through multiple art mediums. No art experience necessary. Materials fee payable at first class – $15 (5-wk class) $10 (3-wk class or ½ day workshop) or bring your own materials. For more info visit www.ecoartexpeditions.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8924 DDC Wed 5/1-5/29 9:00 a.m.-Noon $2858925 CR Fri 5/3-5/17 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1808926 CR Mon 5/13 9:00 a.m.-Noon $658927 DDC Sat 5/25 9:00 a.m.-Noon $658928 CCNP Thu 5/30 9:00 a.m.-Noon $658929 CCNP Thu 6/6 8:30-11:30 a.m. $658930 CCNP Tue 6/25 8:30-11:30 a.m. $658931 CR Sun 6/30 8:30-11:30 a.m. $658932 CCNP Tue 7/2 8:00-11:00 a.m. $658933 CR Sun 7/7 8:00-11:00 a.m. $658934 DDC Sat 7/13-7/27 8:00-11:00 a.m. $1808935 CR Thu 7/11-7/25 8:00-11:00 a.m. $1808936 DDC Tue 7/16 8:00-11:00 a.m. $658937 CCNP Tue 7/30 8:00-11:00 a.m. $65

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Art & Science: Ways of Knowing theSonoran DesertInstructor: Dr. Lee Ann WooleryCombine art-based practices with Western science methods to study the desert’s biodiversity. Engage your senses – breathe, listen, touch, and observe, while walking among ancient saguaros and mes-quite bosque to learn the desert’s gestures, codes, logos, and signs. Engage your creativity – draw, paint and write the desert’s story in this progressive mini-course with guided instruction in Art-Based Perceptual Ecology research methods taught by ABPE pioneer, Dr. Lee Ann Woolery, ecologist and artist. No art or science background necessary. Ma-terials fee payable at first class – $15 (5-wk class) $10 (3-wk class) or bring your own materials. For more info visit www.ecoartexpeditions.com. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8938 DDC Sat 6/1-6/29 8:30-11:30 a.m. $2858939 CR Thu 6/13-6/27 8:30-11:30 a.m. $180

‘Forest Bathing” Among Giant Saguaros Instructor: Dr. Lee Ann WooleryGo to the Forest. Walk slowly. Breathe. Open all your senses. This is the healing way of Shinrin-yoku or Forest Bathing, the restorative power of simply being in the forest. Research has shown many health benefits of spending time in nature and for centuries artists, while working in nature have expressed a sense of being one with the natural world. Walk among 100 year-old saguaros. Engage your creativity – draw, paint and write your Forest Bathing experience with guided art-based mindful-ness instruction. No art skills necessary. Materials fee payable at first class – $10 (3-wk class or ½ day workshop) or bring your own materials. For more info visit www.ecoartexpeditions.com. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8940 DDC Sat 5/4-5/18 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1808941 DDC Mon 5/20 9:00 a.m.-Noon $658942 DDC Sun 5/26 9:00 a.m.-Noon $658943 DDC Tue 6/4-6/18 8:30-11:30 a.m. $1808944 DDC Sun 6/23 8:30-11:30 a.m. $658945 DDC Sun 7/6 8:00-11:00 a.m. $658946 DDC Tue 7/9 8:00-11:00 a.m. $65

Painting Open StudioNo Instruction: Students and Overton Art group members may work without instruction in oils or acrylics on Monday mornings. A studio monitor will be there to open and close the building and check the class roster for registrations. We ask that each participant clean up their area prior to leaving. This program is continuous year-round. Class Code Location Day Time Fee8888 NWAC-303 Mon 5/6-8/19 9:00 a.m.-Noon $15

CLAY POTTERY Make It and Glaze It (Clay Fun-damentals)Pre-requisite: NoneInstructor: Jada Ahern BFA/Various Instructors We will spend two structured classes making hand-built Tea Bowls (8856) or Tumblers (8857). We will cover basic clay fundamentals: hand building, sculp-ture, glazing, firing, studio practices and a demo of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Materials fee of $15 is payable to instructor at first class. Questions: [email protected] or (520) 870-0823.

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Classes for Adults (Ages 18 and up)Make It and Glaze It is a pre-requisite for most clay classes at Northwest Art Center. Please take before or register con-currently with your clay class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8856 NWAC-302 Mon 5/6 & 5/20 3:00-6:00 p.m. $458857 NWAC-302 Sat 7/13 & 7/27 4:00-7:00 p.m. $45

Classic Clay (Pottery/Clay)Pre-requisite: Make It and Glaze It/Fun-damentalsInstructors: Jada Ahern (Tue 8:30 a.m., Wed & Thu 9 a.m.), Leila Lindeman (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu Noon), Brenda Arwood (Tue 6 p.m.), Laurie Dun-ham (Wed 6 p.m.)Experience clay techniques including slab building, coiling, throwing on the potter’s wheel, sculpture, glazing, and firing. Specific assignments given by the instructor will build your clay skills. Self-motivated students work independently. Student supplies basic tool kit and must purchase Cone 10 clay ($15/25lbs) at the facility. Materials fee of $5 is payable to instructor at first class meeting.

Class Code Location Dates Time Fee 8858 NWAC-302 Mon 5/6-6/24 Noon-3:00 p.m. $120 8859 NWAC-302 Tue 5/7-6/25 8:30-11:30 a.m. $1208860 NWAC-302 Tue 5/7-6/25 Noon-3:00 p.m. $1208989 NWAC-302 Tue 5/7-6/25 6:00-9:00 p.m. $1208861 NWAC-302 Wed 5/8-6/26 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1208862 NWAC-302 Wed 5/8-6/26 6:00-9:00 p.m. $1208863 NWAC-302 Thu 5/9-6/27 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1208864 NWAC-302 Thu 5/9-6/27 Noon-4:00 p.m. $1608865 NWAC-302 Mon 7/8-8/19 Noon-3:00 p.m. $1058866 NWAC-302 Tue 7/9-8/20 8:30-11:30 a.m. $1058867 NWAC-302 Tue 7/9-8/20 Noon-3:00 p.m. $1058990 NWAC-302 Tue 7/9-8/20 6:00-9:00 p.m. $1058868 NWAC-302 Wed 7/10-8/21 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1058869 NWAC-302 Wed 7/10-8/21 6:00-9:00 p.m. $1058870 NWAC-302 Thu 7/11-8/22 9:00 a.m.-Noon $1058871 NWAC-302 Thu 7/11-8/22 Noon-4:00 p.m. $140

Throwing Intensive (Clay) All LevelsPre-requisite: None. Make It, Glaze It recom-mendedInstructor: Jada Ahern BFAWe will work intensively on the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel: centering, lifting walls, cre-ating cylinders, shaping, trimming, handles, bowls, lidded jars and altered. We will glaze the last day of each session. Student supplies basic tool kit and must purchase Cone 10 clay ($15/25lbs) at the fa-cility. Materials fee of $3 is payable to instructor at first class meeting.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8872 NWAC-302 Tue 5/7-5/28 3:00-6:00 p.m. $708873 NWAC-302 Tue 6/4-6/25 3:00-6:00 p.m. $708874 NWAC-302 Tue 7/9-7/30 3:00-6:00 p.m. $708875 NWAC-302 Tue 8/6-8/20 3:00-6:00 p.m. $53

Weekend Warrior-ClayInstructor: Jada Ahern BFA/Various InstructorsIndependent study time for clay students currently enrolled in weekly classes at NWAC. Weekend hours for self-motivated students who work inde-pendently.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8876 NWAC-302 Fri 5/10 5:00-10:00 p.m. $208877 NWAC-302 Sat 5/11 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $25 8878 NWAC-302 Sat 6/8 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $258879 NWAC-302 Sun 6/9 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $258880 NWAC-302 Sat 7/13 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $258881 NWAC-302 Sun 7/14 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $258882 NWAC-302 Sat 7/27 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $258883 NWAC-302 Sat 8/17 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. $25


Classes for Adults (Ages 18 and up)Independent Clay StudyInstructors: Jada Ahern BFA, Leila Lindeman,Laurie DunhamIndependent study time for clay students currently enrolled in weekly classes at NWAC. Work on your special projects and improve the quality of your work in this class designed for any level to work independently. Student supplies basic tool kit and must purchase Cone 10 clay ($15/25lbs.) at the fa-cility. NO make-up classes. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8884 NWAC-302 Wed 5/8-5/29 Noon-3:00 p.m. $408885 NWAC-302 Wed 6/5-6/26 Noon-3:00 p.m. $408886 NWAC-302 Wed 7/10-7/31 Noon-3:00 p.m. $408887 NWAC-302 Wed 8/7-8/21 Noon-3:00 p.m. $30

Creating with ClayInstructor: Marilyn CleavingerThis class will take you through the process of mak-ing your own pottery. Class demonstrations will reflect student’s areas of interest and will include hand built and wheel thrown projects chosen to in-crease your knowledge and success with clay. All skill levels are welcome. Glaze firings are at cone 5 temperature using an electric kiln. Clay is available for purchase at the studio for $20/25 lbs. There is a required materials fee of $5 which will be collected by the instructor at the first class.

Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8907 FW-111 Wed 5/1-6/19 9:00 a.m.-Noon $998908 FW-111 Fri 5/3-6/21 12:30-3:30 p.m. $998909 FW-111 Wed 6/26-8/14 9:00 a.m.-Noon $998910 FW-111 Fri 6/28-8/16 12:30-3:30 p.m. $99

COOKINGParkinson’s Disease Cooking ClassesInstructor: Vanessa LeschakThis course will teach the basics about PD nutrition and meal plans that will help ease PD symptoms as well as shopping, preparing and cooking techniques to make cooking easier for people with PD and their caregivers. Materials fee of $15 is paid to the in-structor at the first class. For more info email: [email protected] *Caregivers are welcome to sit in the class without an additional fee.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8891 NWAC-303 Tue 4/30-5/28 1:00-3:00 p.m. $508892 NWAC-303 Thu 5/9-5/30 10:00 a.m.-Noon $408893 NWAC-303 Tue 6/18-8/6 2:00-4:00 p.m. $808894 NWAC-303 Thu 6/20-8/8 1:00-3:00 p.m. $80

Plant Based Cooking Classes Instructor: Vanessa LeschakThis course will teach the basics about plant-based cooking. We will prepare plant-based dishes and learn how to substitute common ingredients to make plant-based cooking and eating simpler. Take home recipes and shopping lists. Materials fee of $15 is paid to the instructor at the first class. For more info email: [email protected] Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8895 NWAC-303 Wed 5/1-5/29 5:00-7:00 p.m. $508896 NWAC-303 Tue 6/18-8/6 4:00-6:00 p.m. $80

LOTION MAKINGLotionmakingInstructor: Tracy ConklinLearn to make moisturizing lotions & creams from scratch. Customize & control the ingredients that you put into your lotion. In this hands-on class you’ll learn about the ingredients to make lotion – emulsifiers, humectants, emollients, antioxidants and preservatives as well as standard equipment and supplies needed to get started. Questions: [email protected].

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Classes for Adults (Ages 18 and up)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8809 NWAC-303 Sun 6/2 9:00 a.m.-Noon $758810 NWAC-303 Sun 6/23 9:00 a.m.-Noon $758811 NWAC-303 Sun 7/21 9:00 a.m.-Noon $758812 NWAC-303 Sun 8/18 9:00 a.m.-Noon $75

JEWELRYJewelry FabricationInstructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikLearn how to design and create jewelry using sil-ver, copper and brass. Techniques include sawing, texturing soldering and stone setting. Demonstra-tions of advanced techniques are also included in this class. Safety glasses and closed toe shoes arerequired! The cost of tools and supplies is approxi-mately $80. A $3 studio fee is payable to the in-structor at the first class. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8840 NWAC-301 Tue 6/25-8/13 9:00 a.m.-Noon $968841 NWAC-301 Tue 6/25-8/13 6:00-9:00 p.m. $968842 NWAC-301 Wed 6/26-8/14 1:00-4:00 p.m. $96

Jewelry: EnamelingInstructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikExplore color as you create jewelry by firing enam-els on to metal. Demonstrations include silkscreen, sgraffito and use of liquid enamels. Torch firing and kiln firing are covered. Safety glasses and closed toe shoes are required! The cost of tools and sup-plies is approximately $20. A $5 studio supply is payable to the instructor at the first class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8843 NWAC-301 Wed 5/1-5/22 9:00 a.m.-Noon $48

Inlay Techniques JewelryInstructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikCreate beautiful jewelry inlaid with wood, semi-precious stone chips, concrete, etc. Safety glasses and closed toe shoes are required! The cost of tools and supplies is approximately $40. A $3 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8844 NWAC-301 Tue 4/30-5/21 9:00 a.m.-Noon $488845 NWAC-301 Tue 4/30-5/21 6:00-9:00 p.m. $488846 NWAC-301 Wed 5/1-5/22 1:00-4:00 p.m. $48

Lost Wax Casting JewelryInstructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikDiscover this ancient method of creating jewelry. You will learn how to carve models, use build up waxes and transform nature objects into silver, brass and bronze through the use of a centrifugal caster. Safety glasses and closed toe shoes are re-quired! The cost of tools and supplies is approxi-mately $60. An $8 supply fee is payable to the in-structor at the first class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8847 NWAC-301 Thu 5/2-6/20 1:00-4:00 p.m. $96

Fold Forming Frenzy-JewelryInstructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikLearn how to hammer and fold copper and other metals to create incredibly strong and aesthetically pleasing 3 dimensional shapes. Safety glasses and closed toe shoes are required! The cost of tools and supplies is approximately $40. A $3 studio supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8848 NWAC-301 Tue 5/28-6/18 9:00 a.m.-Noon $488849 NWAC-301 Tue 5/28-6/18 6:00-9:00p.m. $488850 NWAC-301 Wed 5/29-6/19 1:00-4:00 p.m. $48

Stone Setting 101 JewelryRecommended Pre-requisite: 1-2 sessions of Jew-elry Fabrication or soldering experience.Instructor: Hilary Jones-WujcikLearn or improve your skills at setting stones. Tech-niques covered include bezels, tabs, tube settings, and prongs with premade and handmade settings. Safety glasses and closed toe shoes are required! The cost of tools and supplies is approximately $80. A studio supply fee of $3 is payable to the instructor at the first class. (No class 7/4)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8851 NWAC-301 Thu 6/27-8/15 1:00-4:00 p.m. $91



Jewelry: Open LabPre-requisite: Students must be currently en-rolled in weekly Jewelry/Metals classes at NWAC.Monitor: Hilary Jones-WujcikStudents work independently. Finish up class proj-ects and get a head start on new projects. Safety glasses and closed toe shoes are required! NO MAKE UP CLASSES! (No class 7/4)Class Code Location Date Time Fee8852 NWAC-301 Thu 5/2-5/23 9:00 a.m.-Noon $248853 NWAC-301 Thu 5/30-6/20 9:00 a.m.-Noon $248854 NWAC-301 Thu 6/27-7/18 9:00 a.m.-Noon $188855 NWAC-301 Thu 7/25-8/15 9:00 a.m.-Noon $24

SOAP MAKINGCold Process SoapmakingInstructor: Tracy ConklinLearn the basics of making cold process soap from scratch using all natural ingredients. This hands-on class will cover the fundamentals of cold process Soapmaking, how to safely work with sodium hy-droxide (aka lye), how to scent and color soap. You will leave class with 2lb. of soap, goggles, gloves, and recipes to continue your Soapmaking adven-ture. Must wear close-toed shoes. Questions: [email protected].

Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8813 NWAC-303 Sun 5/19 9:00 a.m.-Noon $808814 NWAC-303 Sun 6/9 9:00 a.m.-Noon $808815 NWAC-303 Sun 6/30 9:00 a.m.-Noon $808816 NWAC-303 Sun 7/28 9:00 a.m.-Noon $80

Glycerin Melt & Pour SoapmakingInstructor: Tracy ConklinCurious about making soap? This hands-on class is a great introduction to the world of soap making, without the lye. Learn about the different glycerin soap bases, skin safe colorants, scents and addi-tives. Participants will receive 4lbs. of glycerin soap base, a mold, ingredients and recipes. Ques-tions: [email protected] Code Location Dates Time Fee8817 NWAC-303 Sun 5/26 9:00 a.m.-Noon $808818 NWAC-303 Sun 6/16 9:00 a.m.-Noon $808819 NWAC-303 Sun 7/14 9:00 a.m.-Noon $808820 NWAC-303 Sun 8/11 9:00 a.m.-Noon $80

FIRST AID & SAFETY

SAFETYGrowing Up Gun Safe (Ages 8-15)Instructors: Dan Southard, Fred Thourot Do you own firearms and have kids? We’ll go over safety with handguns, shotguns and rifles in this class. We will take the mystery out of the firearm so that your child knows it is a deadly weapon and not a toy. Half of the class is spent in the classroom going over safety rules and answering questions. The rest of the class is on-range shooting. An adult MUST accompany the child and take the class with them (no fee for the adult). Please visit www.ga-torfarmtactical.com for more detailed class descrip-tions.


Classes for Adults (Ages 18 and up)Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8898 SERP Thu 5/16 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $808899 SERP Thu 7/25 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $80

Enhancing Performance Under StressInstructor: Dan Southard, Mike DoyleMike Doyle is a police officer who has spent much of his career studying and teaching matters related to decision making and human factors in time sen-sitive or life threatening situations and validated his research through experience. This course will explore those elements supported by real life ex-amples and discuss how we can invest in our sur-vival through deliberate training and critical think-ing. This program will help guide your choices and training philosophy so you can invest in yourself accordingly. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8897 SERP Sat 8/17 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $75

Handgun Safety Seminar/Handgun SelectionInstructors: Dan Southard, Fred Thourot, and Deb KowalskiOur Handgun Safety Seminar is 6 hours of range and classroom designed to teach the armed citizen or those thinking of becoming armed citizens how to safely handle handguns and shooting fundamentals. When the Safety Seminar is done, students will have the option to stay for an added session about select-ing a handgun that will fit properly and work well for the individual. Firearms and ammunition are pro-vided. There is a $5 ammunition fee payable at the class. Please visit www.gatorfarmtactical.com for more detailed class descriptions and equipment lists.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8900 SERP Sat 5/4 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $808901 SERP Sun 6/23 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $808902 SERP Sat 7/20 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $80

HEALTH & FITNESS

MARTIAL ARTSTai Chi for Arthritis/Fall Prevention - Beginning LevelInstructor: Susan Cooper, Senior Trainer – Tai Chi for Health InstituteBased on Tai Chi for Arthritis from the Sun Style form, this class emphasizes joint-safe moves, agile steps and Qigong breathing. Regular practice will help improve balance, help prevent falls, increase muscle strength, improve immune function, in-crease concentration and mental focus. Class will learn The Basic 6 Moves. Please bring an extra pair of low-heeled, comfortable shoes with clean soles.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8911 FW-108 Fri 5/3-5/31 11:00 a.m.-Noon $458912 FW-108 Fri 6/7-6/28 11:00 a.m.-Noon $368913 FW-108 Fri 7/5-7/26 11:00 a.m.-Noon $368914 FW-108 Fri 8/2-8/30 11:00 a.m.-Noon $45

Tai Chi for Arthritis - Part 2Instructor: Susan Cooper, Senior Trainer – Tai Chi for Health InstituteThis class is for people who have learned The Basic 6 Moves and The 6 Advanced /Extended Moves of the form. It adds an additional 9 moves for a total of 40 moves. Please bring an extra pair of low-heeled, comfortable shoes with clean soles.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8915 FW-108 Mon 5/6-5/20 12:15-1:15 p.m. $278916 FW-108 Mon 6/3-6/24 12:15-1:15 p.m. $368917 FW-108 Mon 7/1-7/29 12:15-1:15 p.m. $458918 FW-108 Mon 8/5-8/26 12:15-1:15 p.m. $36


Classes for Adults (Ages 18 and up)Sun Style 73 Tai ChiInstructor: Susan Cooper, Senior Trainer – Tai Chi for Health InstituteThe parent form for Tai Chi for Arthritis, this class continues on from Part 2 (see Tai Chi Arthritis Part 2) and is for those who already know the 40 forms of that program. Please bring an extra pair of low-heeled, comfortable shoes with clean soles. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8919 FW-108 Mon 5/6-5/20 11:00 a.m.-Noon $278920 FW-108 Mon 6/3-6/24 11:00 a.m.-Noon $368921 FW-108 Mon 7/1-7/29 11:00 a.m.-Noon $458922 FW-108 Mon 8/5-8/26 11:00 a.m.-Noon $36

Seated Tai Chi for HealthInstructor: Sally Adams, Instructor – Tai Chi for Health InstituteTai Chi is a gentle exercise with many health ben-efits. The seated version of Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis is ideal for those who want to improve their health but can’t stand to exercise. Learn the Basic 6 moves and tai chi breathing. Work on leg strength, posture, and balance. The focus is on gen-tle movement and fall prevention. Exercise your body and your brain in this fun class. Class Code Location Date Time Fee8825 FW-108 Wed 5/1 - 5/29 1:00-2:00 p.m. $308826 FW-108 Wed 6/5 - 6/26 1:00-2:00 p.m. $248827 FW-108 Wed 7/10 - 7/31 1:00-2:00 p.m. $24

MUSICKokopelli’s Dream – Learn to Play the Native American Style Flute – Beginner’s Level 1Instructor: Twinfeathers (This instructor accepts student 12 years and up.)Have you always wanted to play an instrument, but were afraid you couldn’t learn or it would be too hard? You don’t need to know ANYTHING about music to learn this simple, ancient, and soulful in-

strument…Really! Just bring your desire to play, determination and patience and find out how Easy it is to make up your own simple songs from the heart! Questions: [email protected] Code Location Dates Time Fee8828 FW-Youth Tue 7/9-7/23 10:00 a.m.-Noon $20

Learn to Play the Australian DidgeridooInstructor: Bob Effertz First, we’ll explore how the didgeridoo is used in the Aboriginal culture. Then you’ll learn basic rhythms and sounds such as the bark of the dingo, cry of the kookaburra, and other primordial calls. We’ll touch on the advanced technique of circular breathing, and you’ll learn how to make your own didgeridoo at home. Small practice didgeridoos are provided to use and to keep. The instructor has trav-eled throughout Australia and played the didgeri-doo for over 25 years. He performs with a variety of musical groups as well as teaches ethnic world music classes. Questions: [email protected] or visit: www.bobeffertz.comClass Code Location Dates Time Fee8923 FW- Sr Lounge Thu 5/9 6:00-7:30 p.m. $22

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SCIENCECSI TucsonInstructor: Dr. Art FriedmanThese classes provide an in-depth look at Forensic science investigations, including topics such as time-of-death determination, blood spatter analysis, latent print development, bone analysis and DNA amplification and analysis techniques. Contact Dr.Friedman:[email protected] for more in-formation or to obtain a syllabus of this four session presentation and laboratory.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8955 FW-111 Wed 5/8 6:00-7:30 p.m. $608956 FW-111 Wed 5/22 6:00-7:30 p.m. $608957 FW-111 Wed 6/5 6:00-7:30 p.m. $608958 FW-111 Wed 6/19 6:00-7:30 p.m. $60

Rocks in My Head Instructor: Dr. Art FriedmanThis class will explore in great detail the science of mineralogy. You’ll learn how to identify minerals through simple laboratory tests involving physical properties such as specific gravity, color, streak, crystal habit and by chemical analysis that will re-veal the elemental composition of various samples. We’ll explore some of the more unusual properties of certain minerals including fluorescence, phos-phorescence, birefringence, tribo- and thermolumi-nescence, labradorescence and radioactivity. Par-ticipants will receive mineral samples to keep and display and will also be able to bring in specimens for identification. Contact Dr. Friedman at: [email protected] for additional info.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8967 FW-111 Thu 6/27 6:00-7:30 p.m. $658968 FW-111 Wed 7/3 6:00-7:30 p.m. $658969 FW-111 Wed 7/24 6:00-7:30 p.m. $658970 FW-111 Thu 8/1 6:00-7:30 p.m. $65

Ben Franklin and the Levitating Frog (Ages 5 through adult; children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult)Instructor: Dr. Art FriedmanWe’ll explore the world of science with fascinat-ing educational & entertaining demonstrations. Participants will see a reenactment of Franklin’s kite experiment, form 2” sparks with a Wimshurst generator and capture them in a Leyden jar, light a hand-held fluorescent tube using 50,000 volts from a Tesla coil, watch their hair stand on end via

a 450,000 volt Van deGraaf generator, control thun-der & lightning with a home-made lightning rod, witness the phenomenon of magnetic levitation & much more. Contact Dr. Friedman at: [email protected] for additional info.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8971 FW-111 Thu 7/25 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $50

Good Vibrations (Ages 5 through adult; children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult)Instructor: Dr. Art FriedmanWe’ll explore the world of science with fascinating educational & entertaining demonstrations. Here participants will learn how waves are generated and will be able to experiment with longitudinal and transverse wave generators, learn about wave in-terference, resonance, harmonics and beats (used to tune a piano by ear), see strange patterns produced in sand by certain frequencies of sound via an audio generator and a Chladni plate and listen to a radio playing inside their heads that no one else can hear (unless they place their ear against yours). Contact Dr. Friedman at: [email protected] for ad-ditional info. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8972 FW-111 Fri 8/2 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $50

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The Big Chill (Ages 5 through adult; children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult)Instructor: Dr. Art FriedmanWe’ll explore the world of science with fascinat-ing educational & entertaining demonstrations. I explain why ordinary materials develop extraordi-nary properties when cooled to the temperature of liquid nitrogen. Participants will see liquid nitrogen shooting out of a tube at -196 °C, oxygen condense to a blue liquid, drops of which are suspended in a magnetic field, carbon dioxide condense to dry ice, a non-magnetic metal (at room temperature) be-come magnetic in liquid nitrogen, non-fluorescent minerals become fluorescent in liquid nitrogen and light emitting diodes change their colors when im-mersed in liquid nitrogen. Contact Dr. Friedman at: [email protected] for additional info.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8973 FW-111 Tue 8/6 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $50

SPORTS

FIREARM INSTRUCTIONLegal Issues of CCWInstructors: Dan Southard, Brian Kowalski and Deb KowalskiThis course goes well beyond the necessary re-quirements of the State of Arizona to carry a con-cealed weapon. Arizona Law relating to use of

a handgun is covered. The course includes both classroom study and range time. A written test and a handgun qualification must be passed to receive a certificate to apply for a CCW permit. Please visit www.gatorfarmtactical.com for more detailed class descriptions and equipment lists.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8903 SERP Sun 5/5 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $808904 SERP Sun 7/21 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. $80

Practical HandgunInstructors: Dan Southard, Deb Kowalski, and Brian KowalskiLearn basic carry methods, how to draw from a holster, tactical reloads, and how and when to carry your handgun. Most of the day will be spent on the range in multiple positions firing from dominate and non-dominate hands. You must bring your carry gun, holster, a solid belt, three magazines with a good magazine holder, and 300 rounds of ammunition. For more detailed class descriptions and equipment lists please visit www.gatorfarmtac-tical.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8905 SERP Sat 6/8 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $1008906 SERP Sun 8/18 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $100

WRITINGCreative Writers’ Workout: Exercises andEncouragement Toward a Healthy Writing LifeInstructor: Traci Moore, MFAThis series blends writing exercises with group discussion, inspiration, home practice and reading aloud. Among the topics we explore: how to start (or return to) writing and stay in motion; basics of writing with clarity and purpose; what to do with the inner critic; and why to cultivate writer-pals. This workout will not only cheer you on but also strengthen your writing muscles. For all adult writ-ers. Please bring a notebook and pen. Limit 8. For

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Classes for Adults (Ages 18 and up)details, visit www.traci-moore.com. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8821 FW- Sm Conf Rm Tue 5/28-6/4 2:00-5:00 p.m. $55

Listen and FlowInstructor: Traci Moore, MFAListen and Flow is on-the-spot memoir writing in a welcoming space. Here we trust the creative depth we already possess. Using prompts, we write quick-ly for short periods, then read aloud to the group. In place of critique or commentary, we offer sincere thanks. This unique process inspires rich material, connection and healing. For adult writers of all skill levels. Limit 8. Please bring a notebook and pen. For details, visit www.traci-moore.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8822 NWAC-303 Mon 8/12-8/26 1:00-3:00 p.m. $50

Snapshot Memoir WritingInstructor: Traci Moore, MFAWhen we sift through old photographs, our long-forgotten memories creep back. In this 2-part work-shop we study a few treasured images. Writing ex-ercises help us shift from historical data to deeper

stories waiting to be told. Also we learn about flash creative nonfiction, a compact form of memoir writing that suits this project. Includes exercises, reading aloud, and discussion. For all adult writers. Limit 8. For more information and class materials requested, visit www.traci-moore.com.Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8823 FW- Sm Conf Rm Tue 6/18-6/25 2:00-4:30 p.m. $45 Writing For Self-ReflectionInstructor: Traci Moore, MFAResearch shows that consistent self-reflective journaling in a focused manner can reduce blood pressure and boost the immune system. To explore this therapeutic practice, we use Journal Cards and inwardly-focused writing exercises. We share our insights or surprises, and learn how this private, just-for-us writing can enhance and change our lives. For all adult writers. Limit 8. Please bring your favorite pen and journal/notebook. For details, visit www.traci-moore.com. Class Code Location Dates Time Fee8824 NWAC-303 Wed 5/29-6/12 10:00 a.m. -Noon $50

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