Kids Beginning Sewing Ages 8-12
Do you want to learn how to sew? Beginning and returning students welcome. Learn basic sewing skills, including the operation of a sewing machine. You will construct a double drawstring bag, belt and other small projects. Returning students will do a quick review and then new project such as skirt, pajama bottoms or something of your choosing. $25 material fee paid to instructor.
Roxanne Durando       $69
Wed., 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.; 5 sessions starting June 2, ending June 30, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113

Teen Beginning Sewing - Ages: 12-17
For first-time sewers and returning students. Learn the operation of a sewing machine; sew on paper, then cloth. Learn fabric layout and cutting, reading patterns and construction of double drawstring bag, belt and other small projects. Returning students will do a quick review and then a new project such as skirt, pajama bottoms or something of their choosing. Class is limited to 8 students. Returning students welcome. $25 material fee paid to instructor.
Roxanne Durando       $69
Tues., 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.; 5 sessions starting June 1, ending June 29, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113

Act it Out - Ages 5-7
Is your child a “ham” or maybe a bit bashful? Either way they will become “Little Starz” as they learn how to get into character by using facial expressions and tongue twisters. In this cool, interactive workshop kids will have fun doing physical and scripted improvisation while practicing for the class TV commercial. Space is limited. Photo/film Release form required for this class - ask for one or download from our web site at www.mjc.edu/communityed. $5 material fee paid to instructor.
Denise Casey Smith       $45
Sat., 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 4 sessions startng June 19, ending July 10, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 111

Become a Star - Ages 8-11
Do you ever daydream about being an actor or actress? Parents, would you like to find an outlet for all that drama your pre-teen displays? Then sign your child up for this acting workshop! Kids will learn how to get into character by doing improvisation games, facial expressions, and tongue twisters. These future stars will act out certain characters as they learn how to interact with one another in a short commercial or script designed for two people. At the end students will use the auditioning techniques learned in a mock audition TV commercial. Photo/film Release form required for this class - ask for one or download. $5 material fee paid at class.
Denise Casey Smith       $55
Sat., 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.; 4 sessions startng June 19, ending July 10, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 111

LEGO Mindstorms Robotics: Beginning - Ages 9-12
This fun and educational class will introduce 4th-6th graders to the NXT LEGO® programmable robot. This fun and engaging class will allow students to build various robots and learn to program to create various desired behaviors. Each student will work individually with a Mindstorms kit.
Kevin Richardson       $129

A - Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 4 sessions starting June 14, ending June 17, Electronics Bldg., Rm 101

B - Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 4 sessions starting June 21, ending June 24, Electronics Bldg., Rm 101

LEGO Mindstorms: Intermediate - Ages 9-12
Prerequisite: Taken the prior class or experience working with Lego NXT robots and the NXT-G programming language. This is a continuation of the Introduction class. Students will develop more complex robots that also use sensors. The course will end with a creative challenge for the newly gained programming skills.
Kevin Richardson       $129
Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 4 sessions starting July 19, ending July 22, Electronics Bldg., Rm 101

LEGO Mindstorms Challenges - Ages 12-18
This is a serious learning experience combining hands-on LEGO® construction, programming techniques, and a final, fun challenge requiring a stretch of creativity. Each student will work at his/her own pace to build and program two to three robots from instructions, then build a customized robot for the creative challenge.
Kevin Richardson       $129
Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 4 sessions starting July 26, ending July 29, Electronics Bldg., Rm 101

VEX Robotics: Beginning - Ages 13-18
Students will learn to build and program robots to perform simple tasks using the Vex Robotics system (used in many high school-level competitions), with emphasis placed on basic mechanics and engineering principles. This course is designed for students without previous robotics or programming experience, though prior experience is beneficial. The instructor has been involved with competitive robotics since 2003.
Justin Petersen       $129
Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; 4 sessions starting June 14, ending June 17, Electronics Bldg., Rm 101

VEX Robotics: Intermediate/Advanced Ages 13-18
Prerequisite: Vex Beginning or Taster Course, or prior experience. More advanced topics using the Vex Robotics system will be introduced, including alternative drive trains, grippers, and lifts. Programming concepts include sensor use, looping and conditionals, and user functions. Students who previously took the Intermediate Course will find new material this year.
Justin Petersen       $129
Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; 4 sessions starting July 19, ending July 22, Electronics Bldg., Rm 101

Get Twisted! Ages 10-15
Learn balloon sculpting basics and be the life of the party. Create balloon animals, crazy hats, a sword or wand plus learn important twisting tricks. Turn your new skill into a money maker and entertain at birthday parties or other events. Class will meet in room 111 on last day of class. Balloon kit with hand pump and 250 balloons included.
Michael Sauls       $69
Mon., Wed., Fri., 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.; 3 sessions starting July 26, ending July 30, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 101 (last day of class will meet in room 111)

I ROCK Junior Lapidary Club - Ages 9-14
Kids will have fun exploring earth science by learning more about rocks and minerals. Come be a part of this on-going club of lapidary exploration and discover local stones, the state stone - serpentine, agate, fossil stones, jasper, dinosaur bones and more. Students will learn polishing, grinding and trim techniques to complete 5 unique stones to be set in various mountings. These are sure to make great gifts. All project material will be donated by the Mother Lode Mineral Society. Bring a pair of kid’s safety glasses and a craft apron to every class. Release of Liability form required - ask for one or download. Sign up early, this club has limited seating.
Angela Mendoza       $79
Tues., 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.; 8 sessions starting June 15, ending Aug. 3, Building 6000, West Campus, Rm 6003

Acting on Camera - Star in a TV Commercial - Ages 12-17
Create and audition in a class TV commercial with you as the star! Kids will produce solo and duet scripts for an in-class commercial and TV acting segment. Instructor will cover improvisation, cold read of scripts as well as what a monologue is and how to perform one. Each student will write a sample resume and practice auditioning techniques that help build confident to speak in public and show just how important it is to make a good first impression. You might want to start making room on you book case for all of those potential theater awards now!
Denise Casey Smith       $75
Fri., 6:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m.; 5 sessions starting July 9, ending Aug. 6, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 111

Introduction to Computer Game Design for Teens - Ages 13-18
Want to design a computer game, but don’t know where to begin? Learn how to use free software to design simple, but exciting, computer games without having to write a single line of computer code. Using easy to learn drag-and-drop actions, you will learn how to create professional looking games with backgrounds, animated graphics, music and sound effects. This is a hands-on class. Space is limited. Bring a flash drive to save your game.
Kathleen Soares       $49
Mon., Wed., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 2 sessions starting June 14, ending June 16, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 102

Clucky, Funky, Fun Down on the Farm Ages 4-6
Move over Old MacDonald! It’s time to do some horsin’ around on the farm. Come and enjoy bushels of delight as we plow into all sorts of plant and animal art projects, sing silly songs and play barnyard games. Put on your overalls and head on down to the ranch for acres of amusement . . . E, I, E, I, GO! $5 material fee paid to instructor.
Michelle Maher       $35
Tues., Wed., Thurs., 12:15 p.m.-1:45 p.m.; 3 sessions starting July 20, ending July 22, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 103

Shark Tooth Adventure - Ages 8 and up
Make unique jewelry out of shark teeth that have been fossilized over thousands of years. Swimming with the sharks is not required to make a fun necklace, bracelet, anklet or charm. Add beads or crystals and make a unique piece for yourself or a friend. $5 material fee paid to the teacher in class.
Angela Mendoza       $25
Sat., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 1 session on June 26, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 104

Scrabble Tile Fun - Ages 8 & up
This is without a doubt a workshop for the entire family. Create a pendant, magnets, puzzle or gifts using recycled scrabble tiles, the new upcycling technique. So whether you are a scrabble enthusiast that wants to WEAR YOUR WORDS or someone wanting to swap and trade charms you and your family will have a day of fun and a project you can wear home. Bring your own pictures, paper or print out a favorite phrase or words from the dictionary even your favorite band, movie or insignia. The teacher will also have a variety of paper and pictures to choose from. $7 material fee paid to the instructor in class.
Angela Mendoza       $25
Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 1 session on July 10, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113

Friendship Knotting Ages 12-15
Create bracelets, necklaces, anklets, rings using hemp twine and a knotting technique used in macrame. You can make a unique piece by adding beads, stones, wood and bones. Choose from many colors of twine and create that special gift for your BFF or a souvenir of all the fun you will have this summer. $10 material fee paid to the instructor.
Angela Mendoza       $25
Fri., 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.; 2 sessions starting
July 30, ending Aug. 6, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113

Origami for Kids and a Parent Too! Ages 7-11 with a parent
Want a great way to spend a summer day? Come learn the art of Japanese paper folding - Origami. Amaze your friends when you use origami paper to make frogs, bats, boxes, flowers and more. Tip: Create party favors for your next birthday party or social. See samples on our website at www.mjc.edu/communityed. $5 material fee paid to instructor (covers supplies for one child and one adult) or $3 for additional child. Fee includes one parent and one child. Please call our office to register additional children.
Tomoko Lacey       $30
Sat., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 1 session on July 10, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 101

Moments to Memories - Ages 12-16
Personalize your summer vacations, prom, sport or school moments as your scrapbook memories, keeping them forever. Create two mini albums for yourself or for your best friend. Creativity comes easy when you are walked through step by step. If time permits we will also make several cards. $20 material fee paid to instructor for Scrapbooking Kit. Visit our website at www.mjc.edu/communityed for more information on kits. Bring double-sided tape (must be photo safe), paper trimmer and scissors to class.
Audra Munoz       $20
Sat., 1:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; 1 session on July 17, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113

Princess for a Day - Ages 5-9
You are cordially invited to join us at this magical princess party where happily-ever-afters can really happen! Princesses will make magic wands, sparkling tiaras and other princess crafts. Magical princess games will be played and princess stories will be told! Dress as your favorite princess and join the fun! $12 material fee paid to instructor.
Jennifer Tuss       $20
Sat., 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; 1 session on June 12, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 111

Harry Potter - Find the Magic Inside - Ages 6-11
Jump on the Hogwarts Express and take a magical ride into one of the most loved book series of all times. We will be going on a journey through the world of Harry Potter reading bits and pieces of the stories and finding our own magic within. Take a turn with the sorting hat and become a student of Hogwarts where we will design and decorate our own wands, make spells and potions, take a turn at the tri-wizard tournament, search for the sorcerer’s stone, and many more wizard inspired activities. $12 material fee paid to instructor.
Jennifer Tuss       $20
Sat., 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 1 session on June 12, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 111

Paper Mache Magic Masks and More - Ages 7-11
We will make creative, colorful masks to wear or hang on the wall, create fancy bowls to take home or come up with your own ideas as you use paper, glue and water to create paper mache projects! You’ll also have a chance to design personal 3-D collages. We’ll have lots of material for you to work with or bring your own from home to create something very personal. $8 material fee paid to instructor. This class can get messy so wear old clothes!
Jennifer Tuss       $45
Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.; 5 sessions starting June 14, ending June 18, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113

MJC Project Runway - Ages 8-12
Come express your fashion creativity with this fun and artistic class. Learn how to sketch your own designs and turn old outfits from paper designs to runway ready. You will create your own runway looks incorporating styling and construction rules which are essential to any budding fashion designer. You will modify plain t-shirts to make a fashion statement. We will have our own fashion show on the last day of class. Bring one white t-shirt and one colored t-shirt to redesign. $10 material fee paid to instructor.
Jennifer Tuss       $69
Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 5 sessions starting June 14, ending June 18, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113

Mosaics for Fun - Ages 8-12
Create art like the Ancient Greek. Starting first with a drawing we will transfer the drawing into a paper mosaic. We will create our own “tiles” by using cool paper and by painting and cutting our own tiles. $5 material fee paid to instructor.
Linda Salmon       $39
Mon., Wed., Fri., 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.; 3 sessions starting June 7, ending June 11, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 103

Bashem Bots - Ages 10-15
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a massive motorized machine? Our Play-Well Engineering instructors guide you in this advanced Play Well Engineering camp, as they re-engineer standard vehicles into mechanized machines that can traverse challenging obstacles, battle against fellow bots and take on Play Well Instructors’ colossal creations. Kits are available for purchase after class ranging from $15 and up.
Play-Well TEKnologies       $69
Sat., 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.; 2 sessions starting July 24, ending July 31, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113

3-D Creations - Ages 8-13
Using simple materials make a free standing creative sculpture of a castle, fish, angel, rooster, greeting card and many more. Half the fun is choosing how to decorate the sculpture with patterns and colors to make each one personal and unique. See pictures. $5 material fee paid to instructor.
Linda Salmon       $39
Mon., Wed., Fri., 3:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m.; 3 sessions starting June 14, ending June 18, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 103

Adventures in Acrylic Painting - Ages 8-14
Learn skills in drawing and painting techniques while expressing yourself through class projects using lines, shapes and colors. You will explore how to analyze objects in nature and draw through careful observation. You will also discover brush techniques while applying the theory of color mixing. Lots of projects and lots of fun! $5 material fee paid to instructor.
Linda Salmon       $69
Mon., Wed., Fri., 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.; 6 sessions starting July 12, ending July 23, Lifelong Learning Center, Rm 113