The History Museum's 100 Years in the Making is designed to bring to life the Museum's rich history of collecting and preserving the past. Individuals enrolled in the course will learn about a variety of themes related to the Industrial Revolution, the expanding western frontier, European immigration, the Great Migration, and Victorian-era architecture. Students will meet at the Museum's campus for each session. There will be some walking during several sessions.

Michigan’s 5th Congressional District, formerly represented by Gerald Ford, covers parts of Calhoun, Kalamazoo, and Berrien Counties. It stretches along the state lines of Indiana and Ohio, from Lake Michigan to Lake Erie. The district’s boundaries are often noted for their irregular shape, which has led to discussions about the potential for more compact or logical district designs. Critics suggest that the current configuration may impact local community representation, while others contend that the district’s shape reflects broader political or demographic considerations.

This class will help you write your memories about your life and your family, either to pass your history and experiences along to younger generations, or to help you complete one of the subscriptions for a book about your life. The instructor offers topics to consider, and students inspire each other with their memories and stories in a spirit of camaraderie. You will not write an autobiography as such, but you will discover the joy and fun of recalling various episodes in your life, such as a first job or a favorite holiday tradition. At the end of the semester, you will have begun a collection of your life stories and have the skills to continue writing. Copy fee of $1.

Discover the fun and friendly game of Euchre in this beginner course designed just for you. Learn the rules, card values, basic strategies, and the partnerships that make this classic game so enjoyable. Each session offers clear instruction, practice hands, and time to build confidence while socializing with fellow players. By the end, you’ll be ready to join games with friends and family—and can easily transition into the Forever Euchre Club when you’re ready.

In today’s world, terms like genetics, mRNA vaccines, and CRISPR technology appear everywhere. This class provides a solid foundation in the basics of genetics and inheritance, exploring how they shape evolution, diversity, modern medicine, and cutting-edge biotechnology. It also serves as an excellent companion to my other course, Ethics in Genetics.

Join us for Forever Euchre Club, a fun and social class designed for those who enjoy this fast-paced card game of strategy and teamwork! Each week, participants will gather to play friendly games of euchre in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just learning the ropes, this club offers a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, share tips, and enjoy lively conversation. No formal instruction—just plenty of cards, laughter, and camaraderie. Bring your competitive spirit and get ready for lots of fun! All skill levels are welcome.

Our Spring painting will bring in the Birds, Butterflies and Insects. We will work on mixing colors from Primary colors and also mix neutral tones and do paintings with these mixes. Our abstract work will consist of Cubism and Pointillism. We will also work on people and faces in pictures. one class will be devoted to just 10 minute paintings. Also Pen, Ink and Watercolor flowers and fruits and vegetables and much more. A $3.00 copy fee on first day. Prerequisite: Beginning Watercolor

This class will help you write your memories about your life and your family, either to pass your history and experiences along to younger generations, or to help you complete one of the subscriptions for a book about your life. The instructor offers topics to consider, and students inspire each other with their memories and stories in a spirit of camaraderie. You will not write an autobiography as such, but you will discover the joy and fun of recalling various episodes in your life, such as a first job or a favorite holiday tradition. At the end of the semester, you will have begun a collection of your life stories and have the skills to continue writing. Copy fee of $1.