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    Art Classes

    Instinctive Art Studio

    Located in the Tru Fit Trouser building on Woodmere, Instinctive Art Studio is an integrative center for the creation of art and music. Offering workshops for all ages and experiences.

    Kaleidoscope Visual Arts

    Offering art classes suited for homeschool students ages 6-11, as well as other students ages 6 and up- even into adulthood! Located in the Tru-Fit Trouser Building, 1129 Woodmere, Suite E in Traverse City. For information contact Kathleen Hoagg: kscopeart@gmail.com or by calling (231) 944-4913

    Cooking Classes

    NMC College for Kids

    "Get familiar with kitchen basics, kitchen safety, and how much fun it is to cook in a big shiny kitchen."

    Oryana Natural Foods

    Offering fun, idea-inspiring classes for experienced cooks and food-loving novices alike. Teaching great-tasting natural cooking techniques with two experienced instructors who are dedicated to using the freshest ingredients, locally grown produce when available, and healthy whole grains. Classes are held at Grace Episcopal Church, 341 Washington Street, located in downtown Traverse City across from the court house.

    Education

    Financially Literate Youth

    Teaches children about money, the world, and making wise choices

    223 E. State St. Traverse City MI 49686 800-523-6933

    Grand Traverse Conservation District

    Family programs evenings & Saturdays, custom school/group programs including: Peepers preschool program every Tuesday morning. Homeschool program, expanded programming for K-12 school groups, year-round public programming on Wednesday nights & Saturdays.

    Inland Seas Education Association

    Learn about the Great Lakes on a Science and Sailing Adventure aboard a 77 foot schooner.

    100 Dame Street, Suttons Bay, MI 49682 USA (231)271-3077

    J.H. Rogers Observatory at Northwestern Michigan College

    Astronomy Education for Students and the Community. Public viewing hours throughout the year.

    MSU Extension

    Parents as Teachers- a parent education and family support program serving families throughout pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten, usually age 5.

    NMC College for Kids

    Offering a wide range of classes for children of all ages, from bug discovery for younger children to chef classes for older children.

    Class locations vary.

    Red Cross

    Babysitting Classes

    Traverse City Library

    Story Hour, children's garden and community events. 601 Woodmere Traverse City MI 49686 (231)932-8500

    Homeschooling

    Grand Traverse Conservation District

    Offering family education programs specifically designed to support homeschool families.

    Grand Traverse Homeschool Inclusive Networking Support

    Community bulletin board, networking numerous homeschoolers together and creating a large pool of resources for its members (as reflected by the diverse skills, talents, and interests of the homeschooling community). Sharing links, encouragement, knowledge of community events, and invites to activities for homeschoolers. Structured as a non-directed support organization. Every member is welcome to facilitate an activity or field trip.

    Music Lessons

    David Chown

    Piano lessons.

    Don Julin

    Guitar lessons.

    Jeff Haas

    Composition for young composers and song writers.

    Marshall Music

    Lessons available for practically every instrument.

    Sun Radius

    Academy of music.

    Traverse Community Music

    Traverse Community Music is a collaborative group of individual music teachers dedicated to music instruction and performance. Our gifted teachers are professionally trained musicians who offer a wide range of experience and expertise. Lessons are available to students of all ages and levels, beginning through advanced. Music studies include classical, folk/fiddling, jazz, and more. Methods of teaching include Suzuki, traditional, and improvisational. Private and group lessons offered.

    Zamar Guitar Studios

    Guitar lessons.

    Pre-Schools

    Bright Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare Center

    4100 Barnes Rd. TC (231) 995-9444

    Traverse City Cooperative Pre-School

    The Traverse City Cooperative Preschool philosophy is based on the belief that parents play an integral role in their child's educational experience. This direct involvement promotes confidence and increases a child's self esteem as well as educates parents on child development and successful parenting techniques.

    Trininty Lutheran Church & School

    1003 S. Maple St TC (231)946-2721

    Westwoods Elementary

    Preschool for children 30 months old to Kindergarten age. 1500 Fisher Road Traverse City, MI 49670 231-933-7972

    Safety Courses

    Cedar Rod and Gun Club

    Free Hunter's Safety course every August.

    Department of Natural Resources

    Search for current safety courses for boating, snowmobile, ORV, etc.

    Schools

    Grand Traverse Academy

    Tuition-free public charter school serving students from preschool through grade 12.

    Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools

    Information covering elementary through high school for Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools.

    Interlochen Arts Academy High School

    Interlochen Arts Academy boarding high school prepares young artists for rewarding careers and fosters academic excellence.

    Pathfinder

    The Pathfinder School is an independent day school serving pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.

    The Children's House

    An independent Montessori school.

    Traverse City Area Public Schools

    Information on all of the public schools in Traverse City, from K-12.

    Traverse City Christian School

    Pre-K through grade 12.

    Trininty Lutheran Church & School

    1003 S. Maple St. TC (231) 946-2721

    Woodland School

    "Providing an exciting charter school option for families in the Grand Traverse region since 1996."

    Ski Lessons

    Mt. Holiday

    After school programs, lessons and family rates. 3100 Holiday Rd (231) 938-2500

    Swimming Lessons

    Grand Traverse County

    Located at Easling Pool at the Civic Center. Offering lessons from age 18 months and up.

    Grand Traverse Resort & Spa

    Offering a variety of swim lessons from age 6 months and up. Call (231)534-6770 for reservations or more information.

    Great Wolf Lodge

    Lessons for a variety of ages. Call 231-941-3600 for more information.

    Heather J. Gruenberg

    Certified and insured swimming instructor. (231) 932-9501 Heather.J.Gruenberg@alumni.carleton.edu

    Tutoring

    Grand Traverse Dyslexia Services

    "GTDS provides highly effective, research-based student tutoring services."

    Icon Learning

    Tutoring through visual learning, for all grades and subject matter.

    Sylvan

    Tutoring by grade and subject.


“We call a child's mind 'small' simply by habit; perhaps it is larger than ours is, for it can take in almost anything without effort”
- Christopher Moriey