ARTSUkelele Club Ages 8-11If you have ever wanted to learn to play the Ukelele (uke),then this class is for you! No prior musical experience isnecessary. Each week, you will learn to strum basic chordscommon in many songs. Topics covered will also include:holding the uke, tuning the uke, left and right hand posi-tions, and basic pick and finger-style techniques. Ukeleleswill be available to rent or buy through the RockyMountain Center for Musical Arts (RMCMA). MichaelQuam plays acoustic and electric guitar, ukelele, and he is arecording engineer. He received his masters degree in musicfrom Florida State University in guitar performance. Michaelhas been teaching since 1994 and is a solo and chambermusician. His recordings include numerous local performinggroups.Wed 2:50 pm - 3:50 pmOct 10 - November 14 $65.00Pioneer Bilingual Elementary 5 sessions *No class on Oct 31

Beginning Drawing like the Old MastersAges 7-11Have fun drawing while learning some of the basic ele-ments of art including line, shape, form, composition, andvalue. We will start with basic pencil exercises andexplore still life, free-form drawing, landscapes, people, andanimals. There will be scheduled time for students tochoose their own subject matter and medium (i.e., pencil,charcoal, pen and ink, colored pencils, or pastels). ShereHolleman, B.F.A, M.Ed., began drawing at age four and neverstopped. She has taught art to elementary school students andothers for more than 15 years and made a living as an artistin Los Angeles doing architectural drawings and watercolor con-structions. She believes that a classical training in drawing is anessential foundation for the visual arts.Session A:Thu 3:30 pm - 5:00 pmSep 20 - October 11 $95.00Eisenhower Elementary 4 sessions

Session B:Fri 2:45 pm - 4:15 pmOctober 19 - Nov 9 $95.00Coal Creek Elementary 4 sessions

Session C:Thu 2:45 pm - 4:15 pmOct 25 - November 15 $95.00Louisville Elementary 4 sessions

The Art & Science of Origami Ages 7-12Discover the relationships between art, science, and maththrough paper folding, a.k.a. Origami. With practice, kidswill develop focus, attention to detail, memory skills, andfine-motor skills. Insight into geometry and other mathconcepts will be gained along with an introduction to aninternational language, some easy magic tricks, and poten-tial gift making. Some of the projects will even hop, talk,flap, and fly. We will work with lots of recycled materialsso bring some interesting paper and duct tape, if you like.Ken Fowler was introduced to Origami in elementary schooland reignited his interest in 2009. He meets three timesmonthly with the Boulder Folders Origami group and teachesworkshops at various locations around Boulder. Wed 3:15 pm - 4:45 pmOct 3 - 24, 2012 $89.00Mesa Elementary 4 sessions

Acrylic Painting on Canvas Ages 7-11Learn the basics of painting using one of the most flexibleof painting mediums. We will learn how to mix colors,how to create light and shadow, and how to care forbrushes and paints. Each student will paint on differenttypes of paper and canvas. Young artists will learn aboutthe process of painting and how to stay engaged with animage, fostering self-esteem and a sense of accomplish-ment. All materials will be provided. Michelle Fox is an ArtTherapist with more than 20 years of painting experience. Shebrings her knowledge of painting technique and color theoryalong with an understanding of the fundamental process ofcreating art. Tue 3:15 pm - 4:45 pmOct 30 - Dec 4 $115.00Bear Creek Elementary 4 sess *No class on Nov 6 & 20

LIFELONG LEARNING Program • Fall 2012

Classes &Camps

Fall2012

ARTS, continued

Cartooning for Kids Ages 7-11Everyone enjoys cartoons. Come and have fun as you fine-tune your approach to creating them. This class will coverthe fundamentals such as shapes, exaggeration, gesture,expression, movement, and anticipation. There will also be anemphasis on creating scenarios and storytelling. All materialswill be provided. Marcos Serra, B.A., is a multi-talented artist,environmental activist, and author of children's stories, poetry, andsong lyrics.Session A:Tue 2:45 pm - 3:45 pmOct 30 - Dec 4 $89.00Lafayette Elementary 4 sess *No class on Nov 6 & 20

Session B:Wed 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmNov 7 - Dec 5 $89.00Foothill Elementary 4 sessions *No class on Nov 21

Writing without RulesEvery story starts with imagination, and everyone, especiallykids, knows that imagination follows no rules! With exercisesand activities that sidestep the "how" of writing, this classfrees the "what." Grammar and spelling take a backseat tothe focus on creative expression and bringing stories to life.Bring a notebook or journal and a pen or pencil to class.Elizabeth Gold has worked as a writer, a publishing consultant,and a teacher for more than 25 years. Her published writingsrange from novel ghostwriting to magazine and journal articles.Wed 2:45 pm - 4:15 pmOct 17 - Nov 14 $89.00Coal Creek Elementary 4 sessions *No class on Oct 31

American Girl Adventure Ages 8-11Do you love reading American Girl books? Join us for discus-sion and crafts. Sew a hair scrunchie with McKenna, makeMardi Gras masks with Cecile and Marie-Grace, decorate ajean purse with Julie, and have a Luau with Kanai. Beth Hookhas 10 years of teaching experience both in the United Statesand Overseas. She loves to read, and do historical crafts.Sat 10:00 am - 12:00 pmOctober 6 – 20 $89.00Southern Hills Middle 3 sessions

SCIENCE & MORE

Young Astronauts Ages 6-9Do you love Space? Come join us as we build and launch ourown rockets. Families will be invited on the final day to watchour launch. We will also learn the parts of the shuttle andpaint a model of an orbiter. Students will draw a picture of aspace station, then work as a team to build a space stationout of recycled materials. Finally, we will pretend to be astro-nauts by conducting some experiments and eating astronautice cream. Guaranteed to be a blast! Beth Hook is a certifiedteacher, with more than 15 years of experience. She worked forfour years as a United States Space Camp counselor in Huntsville,Alabama, while she was in college. Sat 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmOctober 6 - 20 $95.00Southern Hills Middle 3 sessions

Classes in Collaboration withScience Matters

Way Out Water Ages 6-10Get ready, get WET, H-2-O! Water Engineers: come learn allabout the world's most important molecule, H20, betterknown as. . . WATER. Use your engineering skills and putwater to work with a water wheel, see sticky waters, makepaperclips that float on water, and play America's fastestgrowing game “Does It Float?” After this club you will neverlook at a glass of water the same way again! Presented byScience Matters in Colorado. Session A:Thu 2:45 pm - 3:45 pmSep 20 - Oct 18 $95.00Louisville Elementary 4 sessions *No class on Oct 11

Session B:Mon 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmSep 24 - Oct 15 $95.00Flatirons Elementary 4 sessions

Session C:Tue 2:45 pm - 3:45 pmOct 2 – 23 $95.00Lafayette Elementary 4 sessions

Totally Toyrific Ages 6-10Science and Toys. What could be better? Become a ToyTechnician as you learn the science behind many popularplaythings. Explore science through the world of toys likethe humming harmonica, gyroscopes, and tops. Build yourown Nerve Tester game and power an electric circuit withnothing more than the touch of your hand. Our scienceworkshop is filled with toys that teach. Come and experiencethe power of play! Presented by Science Matters in Colorado. Session A:Mon 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmOct 29 - Dec 3 $95.00Superior Elementary 4 sess *No class on Nov 12 & 19

Session B:Tue 2:45 pm - 3:45 pmOct 30 - Dec 4 $95.00Coal Creek Elementary 4 sess *No class on Nov 6 & 20

Session C:Wed 3:15 pm - 4:15 pmNov 7 - Dec 5 $95.00Mesa Elementary 4 sessions *No class on Nov 21

Lifelong Learning Refund PolicyIf you need to cancel a class registration for any

reason, you must do so at least seven days priorto the class start date to receive a refund minus a

cancellation fee (15% of the cost of the class).There will be no refunds six or less days prior to the

start of class. If a class is canceled by Lifelong Learning, a full refund will be given.

Classes in Collaboration withBricks 4 Kidz

Bricks 4 Kidz camps offer a high-energy, fast-paced setting wherekids discover, explore, invent, and create. Throughout each class,Bricks 4 Kidz instructors provide the raw materials to spark stu-dents’ imaginations using LEGO® bricks, model plans, games,

LEGO® video games, robotics, and stop-motions animation. Kidsbuild machines, buildings, vehicles, and other structures in a lab-

type setting. Instructional content is multi-disciplinary and designedby educators to increase students’ general knowledge and under-

standing of S.T.E.M. concepts (science, technology, engineering, andmath). While exploring principles of architecture, physics, and

more, students will develop problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Bricks 4 Kidz: LEGO® Structures Ages 7-11Kids, come and build machines, buildings, vehicles, and otherstructures out of LEGO® bricks, using one-of-a-kind modelplans designed by Bricks 4 Kidz. Participants build a newproject each week. Each class begins with a discussion relatedto the day's model. Once the project is completed, we willexpand our gadgets and collaborate with one another. Session A:Tue 2:45 pm - 3:45 pmSep 18 - Oct 16 $89.00Coal Creek Elementary 4 sessions *No class on Sep 25

Session B:Wed 2:45 pm - 3:45 pmSep 19 - Oct 17 $89.00Kohl Elementary 4 sessions *No class on Sep 26

Session C:Mon 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmSeptember 24 - Oct 15 $89.00Superior Elementary 4 sessions

Bricks 4 Kidz: Amazing Inventions Ages 6-11Come build inventions out of LEGO® bricks using one-of-a-kind model plans designed by Bricks 4 Kidz. While exploringprinciples of engineering, architecture, physics and more, stu-dents will develop problem solving and critical thinking skills.Students will use LEGO® components such as gears, axles,and beams. Find out the origins of things like the hand mixer,windshield wipers, conveyor belts, and more. Discuss the dif-ference between an invention and a discovery, learn howinventions solve problems, and find out how inventors gettheir ideas patented. Each model is motorized for maximummovement and fascination! Session A:Tue 3:15 pm - 4:15 pmOct 2 – 23 $89.00Bear Creek Elementary 4 sessions

Session B:Wed 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmOct 3 – 24 $89.00Foothill Elementary 4 sessions

Bricks 4 Kidz: Planes, Copters, and DragstersAges 7-11There's a lot of building fun ahead with motorized models ofan airplane, helicopter, dragster, and sailboat. Each week, stu-dents will build a motorized LEGO® brick model andexplore the history of transportation. We will follow step-by-step model plans to create our vehicles, then customizethem to our own specifications and take our customizedmini-figures for a ride. But the best part is, these models areso much fun to play with! Session A:Mon 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmOct 22 - Nov 26 $89.00Flatirons Elementary 4 sess *No class on Nov 12 & 19

Session B:Thu 3:30 pm - 4:30 pmOct 25- Nov 15 $89.00Eisenhower Elementary 4 sessions

OUTDOORS & FITNESS

Horse Play 1 Ages 8-12This is a chance to explore basic horsemanship skills. Horse Play 1 will focus on building a relationship with anequine partner, mutual respect, and safety. Learn how tocatch and halter a horse, lead, groom, do "groundwork" exer-cises to connect with your horse, ride bareback, and more!Discover how horses communicate and see the uniquenessof each of their personalities. Have loads of fun and buildyour self-confidence! Kirsten Christensen, NARHA, EAGALA, hasalways had a great love for horses. She started volunteering intherapeutic riding several years ago and found a great opportunityto help the community. Finding her calling in life, she became acertified NARHA instructor in 2006. Kirsten brings a uniqueapproach to teaching about horses and includes herd behavior,love and respect for the horses, and bareback riding.Sat 9:00 am - 11:30 amSeptember 15 – Oct 20 $195.00Chesapeake Ranch 6 sessions

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YWCA: Adventures in Art and DigitalPhotography for Boys and Girls Ages 8-12Campers will experience the wonders of the arts in thisgreat combination course! First, they will discover theMasters of modern art, then reproduce their styles whiledeveloping their own fine art technique. Next, they will gainan intimate knowledge of photography while exploringbehind the lens of a digital camera as they learn about com-position and explore photo editing techniques with AdobePhotoshop. There will also be some outdoor activity, soplease bring a jacket. Bring a lunch and water bottle. Healthysnacks will be provided. Jennifer Klimowicz, the EDGE ProgramManager at the YWCA of Boulder County, has been developingcurricula for adults and children for 10 years. She is enthusiasticabout helping expand their knowledge with the help of technology.Fri 8:30 am - 3:30 pmOct 12 $79.00 YWCA of Boulder 1 session

No School Day: Art Play Ages 7-11Learn an array of new art skills and experiment with mixedmedia painting, collage, markers, oil pastels, modeling com-pound, and more. We will also learn about famous artists andtheir techniques in this art adventure. All materials will beprovided. Please bring a sack lunch, beverage, and peanut-freesnack. Dress for a mess! Shere Holleman, B.F.A, M.Ed., begandrawing at age four and never stopped. She has taught art to ele-mentary school students and others for more than 15 years andmade a living as an artist in Los Angeles doing architectural draw-ings and watercolor constructions. She believes that a classicaltraining in drawing is an essential foundation for the visual arts.Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pmOct 12 $95.00Community Montessori 1 session

Outdoor Mountain Arts (No-School DayCamp) Ages 9-12Explore the wonders of nature right here in our own back-yard. Using a variety of natural resources, students will getcreative AND scientific all in the same day. Kids will enjoyhands-on art, science, and nature experiences including: iden-tifying natural plants on an ability-appropriate hike, sun prints,identifying cloud formations and weather patterns, stampingand printmaking, and tie-dying with natural pigments.Students will connect with their community and natural envi-ronment at this fun camp! Emilie Elmore Kintner has beenworking in the field of Museum and Performing Arts Education forseven years. Emilie has created and managed inspiring and hands-on programs for more than 80,000 students to date. Fri 9:00 am - 3:30 pmOct 12 $79.00Boulder History Museum 1 session

Please bring a sack lunch, beverage, and peanut-free snack to all full-day camps.

Brick 4 Kidz: Ninjago Camp Ages 7-12Come play with all the Ninjago characters, learn the art ofSpinjitzu, and play other LEGO® board games. You will tapinto your imagination and discover your creativity as youcreate games out of LEGO® bricks! We will challenge eachother with your custom-built Bricks 4 Kidz spinners! That'sright, you're going into the Ninjago battles so be prepared tobecome a crusader in this camp! Presented by Bricks 4 Kidz.Session A Half-DayFri 8:00 am - 12:00 pmOct 12 $49.00Broomfield Heights Middle 1 sessionSession A Full-DayFri 8:00 am - 4:00 pmOct 12 $95.00Broomfield Heights Middle 1 sessionSession B Half-DayWed, Thu, Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pmJan 2 - 4 $89.00Platt Middle 3 sessionsSession B Full-DayMon, Tue, Wed 9:00 am - 4:00 pmJan 2 - 4 $189.00Platt Middle 3 sessions

Bricks 4 Kidz: LEGO® Olympics Ages 7-11Calling all sports fans: on your mark, get set, build! Celebratethe 2012 Summer Olympics with cool LEGO® bricks modelsof sports from cycling to soccer, basketball to gymnastics.Compete to set your own "Olympic" records with our excit-ing sports-theme challenges! Presented by Bricks 4 Kidz.Half Day Fri 8:00 am - noonOct 12 $49.00Platt Middle 1 sessionFull DayFri 8:00 am - 4:00 pmOct 12 $95.00Platt Middle 1 session

Science Matters: Amazing AnimationAges 9-12Have you ever wondered how the animators at Disney orPixar do their jobs? During this camp, you will learn the artof animation by using your iPod or iPad. We will make amaz-ing animations that tell stories using the same techniquesthat the pros use. Students need to provide their own iPodTouch (4th generation) or iPad2. Presented by Science Matters. Session A:Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pmOct 12 $119.00Platt Middle 1 session

Session B: Thu 9:00 am - 4:00 pmJan 3 $119.00Broomfield Heights Middle 1 session

No School Day, Thanksgiving Break, and Winter Break Camps

Bricks 4 Kidz: Gadgets, Gizmos, and the Laws of Motion Ages 7-11Build cool gadgets and gizmos out of LEGO® bricks andhave fun with what you've built, from a spinning top to aspin art model. Explore motion with interactive Bricks 4Kidz models such as optical spinners and illusions. We willalso build the ever popular paper crinkler. There will be lotsof learning, too, as we explore probability, friction, symme-try, gear ratio, and more. Kids learn firsthand the meaningof the concept, "for every action, there is an opposite andequal reaction.” Presented by Bricks 4 Kidz.Half-DayMon, Tue, Wed 9:00 am - 12:00 pmNov 19 - 21 $89.00Broomfield Heights Middle 3 sessions

Full-Day Mon, Tue, Wed 9:00 am - 4:00 pmNov 19 - 21 $189.00Broomfield Heights Middle 3 sessions

Science Matters: Amusement ParkScience Ages 6-10Have you ever wanted to design your own amusementpark? Master the mechanics of circuits and motors as youcreate the rides of your dreams. Harness the forces ofgravity to construct your own roller coaster rides. Makeyour own fizzy drink and more. Twirl, ride, bump, and diveyour way through this thrill ride of a camp! Presented byScience Matters.Half DayMon, Tue, Wed 9:00 am - 12:00 pmNov 19 – 21 $95.00Platt Middle 3 sessions

Full Day:Mon, Tue, Wed 9:00 am - 4:00 pmNov 19 – 21 $195.00Platt Middle 3 sessions

Thanksgiving Break Art Camp Ages 7-11Learn an array of new art skills and experiment with mixedmedia using pencil, watercolor, collage, assemblage, model-ing compound, and more. We will also learn about famousartists and their techniques in this art adventure. All finearts materials will be provided. Session A: Taught by Shere Holleman

(see No School Day Art Play)Mon, Tue, Wed 8:00 am - 12:00 pmNov 19 – 21 $95.00Broomfield Heights Middle 3 sessions

Session B: Taught by Marcos Serra(see Cartooning for Kids)

Mon, Tue, Wed 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Nov 19 – 21 $95.00 Platt Middle 3 sessions

Winter Break Art Camp Ages 7-11This camp is the same as the Thanksgiving Break Art Camp,above. Taught by Shere Holleman (see No School Day Art Play)Wed, Thu, Fri 8:00 am - 12:00 pmJan 2 – 4 $95.00Platt Middle 3 sessions

Winter Break Cartooning Camp Ages 7-11Learn an array of new art skills and experiment with mixedmedia using pencil, watercolor, collage, assemblage, model-ing compound, and more. We will also learn about famousartists and their techniques in this art adventure. All finearts materials will be provided. Please bring a beverage andpeanut-free snack. Dress for a mess! Marcos Serra, B.A., is amulti-talented artist, environmental activist, and author of chil-dren's stories, poetry, and song lyrics.Wed, Thu, Fri 12:30 pm - 4:30 pmJan 2 – 4 $95.00Platt Middle 3 sessions

Lunch Play at PlattExperience a full day of camp, Wednesday through Friday.Take a morning class, bring a sack lunch and take a break with supervised play. Then, take another class in the afternoon. Wed, Thu, Fri noon - 12:30 pmJan 2 - 4 $12.00 Platt Middle 3 sessions

Bricks 4 Kidz: Spectacular Sports CampAges 7-11Explore sports ranging from gymnastics to biking, mini-golfto airplane acrobatics! This camp is a great way to get"sporty" kids building and LEGO® fans interested in sports.Some lessons focus on the importance of physical fitnessand different aspects of fitness, such as stamina andstrength. Other lessons describe the mechanics of thesport, such as the physics involved in golf and the compo-nents of a stationary bike. But the best part for the stu-dents is the way the models move and the fun they haveplaying with them after they're built. Presented by Bricks 4 Kidz.Half DayWed, Thu, Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pmJan 2 – 4 $89.00Broomfield Heights Middle 3 sessions

Full-Day Wed, Thu, Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pmJan 2 – 4 $189.00Broomfield Heights Middle 3 sessions

Bricks 4 Kidz: Ninjago Winter BreakCamp Ages 7-12Come play with all the Ninjago characters, learn the art ofSpinjitzu, and play other LEGO® board games. You will tapinto your imagination and discover your creativity as youcreate games out of LEGO® bricks! You're going into theNinjago battles so be prepared to become a crusader inthis camp! Presented by Bricks 4 Kidz.Half DayWed, Thu, Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pmJan 2 – 4 $89.00Platt Middle 3 sessions

Full Day Wed, Thu, Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pmJan 2 – 4 $189.00Platt Middle 3 sessions

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OUTDOORS & FITNESS,continuedHorse Play 2 Ages 8-12A continuation of the skills and concepts learned in Horse Play 1,this class will emphasize riding (Bareback, English and Western).Students will do more groundwork, work on their relationship withtheir equine partner, and learn how to care for a horse so thatthere is a realistic view of the commitment required in owning ahorse. Kirsten Christensen (see Horse Play 1) Sat 1:00 pm - 3:30 pmSep 15 - Oct 20 $195.00Chesapeake Ranch 6 sessions

Shooting Stars Gymnastics for KindergartnersAges 5-6 This is the perfect combination of movement and learning!Did you know that gymnastics, dance, and early childhoodmovement education are directly attributed to the develop-ment of neurological pathways in students and that they pro-mote reading readiness? (Raising-A-Reader, 1999). ThisSuperstar camp includes two hours of fun and learning! Kidswill experience one hour of Gymstar curriculum, 45 minutesof creative dance and/or sports readiness, arts, story time,and a snack break. Please bring water and a peanut-freesnack to class. Anna Narvaes, a former national gymnastic com-petitor and collegiate gymnast, has spent the past 20 years teach-ing her students the joy of movement. Anna is the owner andoperator of Mountain Kids. Session A:Mon 9:00 am - 11:00 amSep 24 - Nov 12 $195.00Mountain Kids in Louisville 8 sessions

Session B:Mon noon - 2:00 pmSep 24 - Nov 12 $195.00Mountain Kids in Louisville 8 sessions

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date to receive a refund minus a cancellation fee (15% ofthe cost of the class).There will be no refunds six or lessdays prior to the start of class. If a class is canceled by

Lifelong Learning, a full refund will be given.