Traverse City Record-Eagle

Education

October 6, 2009

Education Calendar: 10/06/2009

The Education calendar is published weekly. Submit information, at least two weeks in advance, via e-mail features@record-eagle.com; fax 946-8632; or mail to 120 W. Front St., Traverse City, MI 49684.

MEETINGS

Mill Creek Parent Teacher Conferences, Oct. 7-8, 5-8:30 p.m.

Traverse Bay Alumnae Club of Pi Beta Phi, Oct. 13 luncheon meeting, Trattoria Stella. For details and/or reservations, call 386-6300.

GT Area Retired School Personnel, Oct. 13, 12:30 p.m., Holiday Inn, TC. Lunch $12, includes meal and gratuity. Reservation deadline Oct. 8.

Elk Rapids High School Parent Teacher Conferences, Oct. 14, 5-8:30 p.m.

COLLEGE/ADULT EDUCATION

TCAPS GED tests, Pre-register at the Principal's Office at TC Central High School one week prior to the chosen test date: Oct. 12-13, Nov. 9-10; must attend both dates. $100 (cash or money order only) due at time of registration; $20 for individual tests including retakes. Photo ID required at the time of test in room F145, 3:30-7:30 p.m. GED Prep Classes via TBA Adult Education (231-922-7825) or Michigan Works (231-922-3739).

FUNDRAISERS

Traverse Health Clinic dental supply drive, Seeking donations of dental hygiene supplies for children through Oct. 14. Drop-off locations at all area Tom's Food Markets.

Gladhander Gold Party, Oct. 7 and 8, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., St. Francis HS gym stage. Bring in gold, silver and platinum jewelry for cash or GTACS tuition credit (and receive an additional 2% credit). For details call 941-4523 or visit gladhander@gtacs.org.

Pasta on the Peninsula, Oct. 9, Fundraiser for Old Mission Peninsula School. Dinner ($7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children under 12, $30 family five or more). For details call 933-7420.

Gladhander Raffle, Tickets $125 each or 2 for $200. Grand prize drawing 11 p.m. Oct. 24. Need not be present to win; proceeds to Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools.

SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS

AIA Educational Facilities Conference, Oct. 15-16, Grand Traverse Resort. For details or to register, visit www.educationalfacilitiesconference.com.

SPECIAL CLASSES/EVENTS

Afterschool activities, Cadillac Public Library. New theme each week. Last Mon. of the month Wii Tournament at 4 p.m. No sign up necessary. For details call 775-6541 ext. 106 or visit www.cadillaclibrary.org.

Growing with God, began Oct. 5, Lake Leelanau St. Mary School. Series is the 3rd Mon. of each month (Oct.-May), in the Library from 9:15-10:15 a.m. Ages birth through Kindergarten with parent(s). For details, contact the SMS Development Office at 256-9670 ext. 500.

American Girl Celebration, Oct. 8, 3:30 p.m., Devereaux Memorial Library, Grayling. Becky Thatcher will "meet Kirsten" for a Harvest Festival Tea. Call Jane at (989) 348-9214 to sign up.

Cherryland Center Rescue Day, Oct. 10, 11 a.m.-- 2 p.m. in the parking lot across from Game Stop. Rescue vehicle tours, safety activities, giveaways and more. One person will win a Nintendo DSi. For details call 932-0400, or visit www.CherrylandCenter.com.

Dungeons & Dragons 'Scales of War' quest, Continues Oct. 10, 10:30 a.m., Traverse Area District Library meeting room. Ages 15+; New players should arrive at 10:15 to create a character.

Nature Journaling, Oct. 10, 1-2 p.m. Boardman River Nature Center, All ages. Fun and creative nature reflection, journaling along the Natural Education Reserve. Dress for the weather. $3 per person.

Interlochen Performing and Visual Arts College Fair, Oct. 11, 1-3 p.m., Interlochen Arts Academy. Free and open to the public. For details visit www.nationalcollegefairs.org.

Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, Family Night the 1st Fri. of each month , 6-9 p.m. Basketball, racquetball, walleyball, tennis, Wii, snacks, pizza, and beverages. Middle School Dances the 1st Sat. of each month featuring DJ, basketball, table games. Youth in Government for 7-12 grades includes a weeklong spring conference in Lansing. Attendance this fall is required; contact Mark Sinclair (# below) for pending deadlines. Youth tennis lessons (ages 3+). For details call Tom Van Deinse (# below). For details and program guides, visit www.gtbayymca.org or call 933-9622.

Great Michigan Read, "Stealing Buddha's Dinner" author Bich Minh Nguyen speaks at the Traverse City Opera House Oct. 14; doors open at 6 p.m., event at 7 p.m. Tickets free for students K-12 (must be reserved), $11 adults. Book signing reception follows. For tickets call 941-8082 or visit www.cityoperahouse.org.

INFANT/TODDLER PROGRAMS

Growing with God, Lake Leelanau St. Mary School. "Growing with God" on the 3rd Mon. of each month and "Growing With God Story Hour" 1st Mon. of each month (Oct.-May), in the Library from 9:15-10:15 a.m. Ages birth through Kindergarten with parent(s). For details, contact the SMS Development Office at 256-9670 ext. 500.

PEEPERS at Boardman River Nature Center, Weekly educational nature program for ages 3-5. Sessions 10-11:30 a.m., include indoor and outdoor activities; dress for the weather. $3 per child. Oct. 13: Let's Get Batty.

Traverse Area District Library Saturday Sampler, 11 a.m. every Saturday. Oct. 10: Fall theme with Linda Thalman, For ages 3+.

Toddler Tuesdays, Most Tuesdays at 10 a.m., Cadillac Public Library, for ages 3-5. No sign up necessary. Last Tue. of every month meet a community VIP, like a fireman or police officer. For details call 775-6541 ext. 106. or visit www.cadillaclibrary.org.

Lap Sit Storytime, Weds. in Oct, 10 a.m., Cadillac Public Library, for ages 6 mos.-2 yrs. w/caregiver. Speak to Miss Tracy to sign up for this month-long event. For details call 775-6541 ext. 106. or visit www.cadillaclibrary.org

Story Stew, 1st and 3rd Thu. of each month at 11 a.m., Peninsula Community Library, 2735 Island View Rd., TC. No charge. Call 223-7700.

Wigglers Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Each Wed. and Fri., Suttons Bay-Bingham District Library, 416 Front St., SB. Stories and fun for ages 0-5 (with parent). Call 271-3512, e-mail sbbdl@charterinternet.com.

Children's Story Hour, Each Wed. 11:15 a.m.-noon, Devereaux Memorial Library, Grayling.

Wigglers Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Each Wed. and Fri., East Bay Branch Library, 1989 Three Mile Rd N., Traverse City.

North Shore Safe Kids Child Passenger Safety Inspections, 2nd Friday of each month at AAA, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; every 4th Fri. of mo., GT Metro Fire Station #11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for appt.: 922-4843.

Baby Swim, ages 3 mo. to 3 years. Tues., 10-10:45 a.m., Premier Health and Fitness, 1209 S. Garfield Rd., Suite A, TC. $40 for 8 weeks. To register, call 935-7331.

Families in Touch - Crawlers, Infant playgroup. Weds., 10:30 a.m.-noon, Munson Community Health Center. No cost. For details, call 922-4821.

Families in Touch - Newborns, Infant Playgroup. Weds., 1-2:30 p.m., Munson Community Health Center. No cost. For details, call 922-4821.

SPLASH, A water/play program for special needs children and teens, 3-13. Weds., 4:30-5:15 p.m., Premier Health and Fitness, 1209 S. Garfield Rd., Suite A, TC. $45 for 8 weeks. Parent must accompany child in pool. To register, call 935-7331.

SCHOLARSHIPS/CONTESTS/AWARDS

Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship, $1000 college scholarships to high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in journalism and who demonstrate qualities of "free spirit." Deadline Oct. 15. For details and to download an application, visit www.freedomforum.org/freespirit.

Job Winslow Chapter NSDAR, American History Essay Contest for grades 5-8; Christopher Columbus Essay Contest for grades 9-12. Open to all students, including home-schoolers. Write or e-mail for contest rules: Mary Rose, 449 Munson Pl. #3, Traverse City, MI 49686-3088; e-mail maryrose@chartermi.net.

Art Rapids! Fine Arts Grants, For teachers, schools, parent and student groups to provide funding for arts-related activities and art education. Visit www.artrapids.org for an application. Deadline Nov. 1. For questions, e-mail Barb Johnson, Education Committee Chair, at barse@torchlake.com.

B.P.O. Elks Lodge #323, Scholarships for 2010 graduates. Application at www.elks.org/enf/scholars, "Most Valuable Student Scholarship." Area counselors have info/applications. Deadline 8 p.m. Nov. 2.

War of 1812 Bicentennial logo contest, Open to any Michigan student enrolled in a public, private or home school program. Max. 2 entries per student, submitted by Nov. 7. Guidelines, entry form at http://socialstudies.resa.net or www.michiganhistoryed.org (under the Workshops and Special Events tab). For details e-mail David Hales at halesd@resa.net.

Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Awards Program, Deadline Feb. 2, 2010. For details or an application, visit www.exploravision.org or e-mail exploravision@nsta.org.

Elk Rapids Business and Professional Women; up to $600, women living in Antrim County given priority. Deadline Oct. 30; call Laura Schmidt, 599-2313.

School Enrollment/CHILD CARE

Traverse City Christian Schools, Pre-K-5, call 946-5275; grades 6-12, call 929-1747.

Alphabet Soup Pre school & Childcare Center, Preschool: ages 2 1/2-4, K readiness: 4 & 5 year olds. PT/FT and half-day (4 hrs.) openings. Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays. 222 E 14th St., TC. Call 941-1330 or visit alphabetsouppreschool.com.

Traverse City Cooperative Preschool, Openings for 4- and 5-year-olds, and Fri. A.M. Enrichment. Contact Kim at 938-0911 for details, or visit www.tccoop.org.

St. Mary-Hannah, Preschool/Day Care, Latch Key, Young Fives, grades K-6. Call Lisa Medina at 263-5288.

The Child Care Center at Grand Traverse Pavilions, Ages 21/2 -5 yrs. Call 932-3000.

Traverse Bay Christian School, PK-6. Call 929-9504.

Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools, Contact Cindy Weber at 995-8425, cweber@gtacs.org.

Grand Traverse Pavilions, FT openings ages 8 weeks-5 years. M-F, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Call 932-3000 or visit www.gtpavilions.com.

GT Bay YMCA K Enrichment, Open school days, 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $35/day. Breakfast and morning snack; bring lunch. E-mail childcare@gtbayymca.org, or visit www.gtbayymca.org.

SPECIAL NOTICES

Great Lakes Boilermakers National Apprenticeship Program, Applications accepted at Local Lodge 169, 5936 Chase Rd., Dearborn, MI 48126, from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8. Must supply a copy of birth certificate and diploma/GED for file. Welding cert. or training qualifications have priority (bring proof). Females encouraged to apply.

Trinity Lutheran School, Seeking vendors for Holiday Sampler Arts and Crafts Fair (Oct. 17). Hand-crafted items only; no commission-based sales. For details or an application, call Joy at 275-2774.

Cheerleading, Seeking partners to establish non-profit all-star cheerleading program in the Traverse City area for elementary age girls. Contact Michelle at (989) 379-2627, write to Cheerleading, 9881 Long Rapids Rd., Alpena, MI 49707.

KEEP Foundation, Helping students live a debt-free life after college. Seeking corporate partnerships. Visit www.keepfoundation.org.

Michael's Place, seeking volunteers in grief support. Experience not necessary; training in late Sept. Contact Nancy Elmore at 947-6453, nelmore@charterinternet.com.

Lobdell's, Open to the public for lunch Tue-Thu., 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. NMC Great Lakes Campus. Reservations suggested; call 995-3120 or visit www.nmc.edu/lobdells.

Cadillac Area YMCA, December grand opening of the Dillon Community Center. Charter Membership Drive has been extended through Oct. 31. For details visit www.CadillacAreaYMCA.org.

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