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Greetings from the Chair ....Spring has Sprung and Summer is now here. Many of you will be out and about – hiking, biking,
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IMPORTANT NOTES:
We know that interacting with others, stimulating the brain through learning, and physical activity is extremely important to keep us healthy. Thus, we are working on programs and hope you will be pleased with the outcome. Remember you can always give us your ideas for programs. And we have need for liaisons and presenters to help us in this effort.
Safety of our members is of the utmost importance and we understand the hesitancy you may be feeling at getting out. We ask our members to wear a mask at all our indoor programs, unless medically exempt. Our room setups will be socially distanced and we will have sanitizer available.
SUMMER FALL 2022 Registration/Membership FormSUMMER FALL 2022 Program Booklet and Guide
SOME OF OUR UPCOMING SUMMER/FALL 2022 PROGRAMS (July-October)Artificial IntelligenceMichigan Iron Ore Industry MuseumArgonics: A Local Manufacturing Co.Selma; Voting Rights
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Want to see lots more photos of our programs and events? We have plenty! |
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What is the NCLL? |
The Northern Center for Lifelong Learning (NCLL) is an organization whose members plan, coordinate and provide informal educational programs and events to enrich the lives of its members and the community. More in About Us
When and how often are programs offered?
NCLL offers programs suggested by NCLL participants and community members who share their interest and desire to learn and stay active with others. More than twenty classes or events are offered each term in the day or evening - summer/fall, winter, and spring. If you have an interest, hobby, activity or experience you would like to share please contact the NCLL office, director or attend an NCLL Curriculum Committee Meeting! For more information on programs and registration, see the Programs/Events page.
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NCLL Testimonial ...
"They [NCLL] offer such a wonderful variety of events, & at such a great variety of times, I can usually pick many events that I can attend out of every offering. I have never been disappointed, & the people are very welcoming."
Bruce Greenwood, NCLL member
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Who is eligible to join or attend programs?
Membership and programs are open to any adult interested in pursuing intellectual, recreational, and/or social activities. NCLL membership dues for the 2021/2022 year are $30 with a charge for most classes; $3 for members and $6 for nonmembers. Beginning in November classes will be $10 dollars for nonmembers, although a few classes each season have a charge for materials. More information
What are NCLL interest groups?
Initiated and managed by NCLL members, interest groups function independently of NCLL. We encourage folks to get together around particular activities they enjoy. Currently, on-going interest groups have been canceled due to Covid. Learn more
NCLL Memberships Makes Great Gifts! |
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Are looking for a unique, and useful gift, yet one that is personal and will be enjoyed again and again?
For just $30 you can purchase a gift membership for friends and loved ones. NCLL offers 80-90 programs each year that cover the arts, history, culture, tours, field trips, science, nature, hiking, snowshoeing, potlucks, health issues and MORE. Send check payable to NMU, recipient name and contact information to Ginger Bollero-Petry at 1213 Sherman St. Marquette, MI. An email greeting/program registration information will sent to them. Give the gift of learning! |
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Decolonization Installation at Beamier UP Heritage Center
We recently facilitated a group visit to the Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center on NMU’s campus where we shared viewing and discussing the “Decolonization of the Anishinaabe” exhibit. It is a fabulous installation and we can recommend it highly. It will be there through April 9t.h and is free to the public. Dan Truckey, the Museum Director/curator set the scene for us and was available to answer questions and help with discussion. Thanks goes to Dan for always working with NCLL to present programs. What is decolonization? In the simplest terms, decolonization is when a colony controlled by another country becomes independent.
The exhibit title “The Seventh Fire’ comes from the Seven Prophecies which were given to the Anishinaabe over 1500 years ago. Using videos featuring interviews with tribal elders, Anishinaabe historians, scholars, faculty, and students it shows the different perspective. including culture, language, foodways, education, sovereignty, and the challenges of living in a colonized world. Additionally, there is a timeline history which you can follow that has much detail and is very interesting and enlightening. The exhibit seeks to put decolonization in the context of contemporary Anishinaabe life while inviting others to expand their knowledge of the positive things’ decolonization brings to modern society.
The artwork by itself is a sight to behold. Gordon Coons an artist from MN and has roots in MI did incredible artwork which is pretty hard to miss. Gordon says he “draws inspiration from his Anishinaabe heritage and his bright color palette comes from his natural surroundings in the Great Lakes region. I express my culture through works using a contemporary style and enjoy incorporating playfulness in my images; telling stories.” This installation and many others like it – are a result of colonization and the removal of rights from Indigenous people. A shift in consciousness about the need for continued decolonization is happening. Congrats and kudos to the committee who put this together. You can easily spend the afternoon learning and enjoying …….
If you are interested in Michigan history you may want to explore the historical programs offered by the Michigan Historical Society. In particular the “history hound programs. https://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds
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Office Hours for SUMMER will be posted when available
IF QUESTIONS ABOUT A PROGRAM PLEASE CALL THE PROGRAM LIAISONS LISTED IN THE PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
#335 ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT OF BLACK BEARSThursday, June 23, 2022 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. (This is the correct information)If questions or to registerBeverly Braden906- 475-4252 bbraden@consultant.com |
TWO OPENINGS IN THE INTRO TO FLYFISHING CLASS ON THE ESCANABATHURSDAY, JUNE 23rd6:30 -8:30 PMCONTACT Ginger at 906-228-8051 or Darlene at 906-486-9861 |
SUMMER/FALL 2022 Registration/Membership Form
SUMMER FALL 2022Summer Fall 2022 Program Booklet and Registration Guide#100: Cannabis: Medicinal & Recreational
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NCLL MEMBERSHIP2022-2023 membership NOW available for $40.July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023)Contact Gail Frinkle @734-646-4443mfrinkle@chartermi.net |
