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T10 Superman and Seinfeld: A Cultural Connection

with Paul Stevenson, M.A.

July 7th to August 4th, 2026

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Superman is nearing nonagenarian status, tracing his U.S. introduction to Action Comics No. 1 way back in 1938. His incredible story is so ingrained in our culture that it is often seamlessly intertwined with other iconic programs like Seinfeld. The class will explore the rich history and cultural significance of Superman through the years and how Jerry’s obsession with this “strange visitor from another planet” was effectively integrated into Seinfeld, commercials, and internet marketing.

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M10 Drum Circle

with Vincenzo Carrasco, B.A.

July 6th to August 6th, 2026

$55 More Info

Drum Circle is a fun, educational, and accessible musical experience that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and expression! Participants of drum circle will learn about various percussion instruments from all over the world and the proper technique for playing each instrument. The goal is for everyone who participates to discover and share their sense of rhythm which each other, even if just by clapping along! Dancing encouraged! This class will meet Monday and Thursday each week.

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M17 Senior Scam Prevention

July 20th, 2026

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Senior Scams: A Prosecutor’s Perspective. Phone scams, text scams, contractor scams, Romance Scams, Crypto-currency scams. In 2024, the FBI estimates over $80 Billion was stolen by fraud from seniors. Learn about these scams and the financial self-defense that will empower you to protect yourself presented by a 30+ year prosecutor.

 Scott L. Teter
Division Chief
Financial Crimes Division

Michigan Department of Attorney General

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Receive free, unbiased guidance from SHIP to help you confidently navigate your Medicare options. In this one-on-one session, you’ll compare plans, explore coverage choices, and get assistance with enrollment in Medicare, Supplement, Advantage, and Part D plans. Learn how to understand benefits, file claims, and appeal decisions. You’ll also gain insight into your rights as a Medicare beneficiary and get help applying for programs that reduce out-of-pocket costs. Ideal for anyone seeking clear, personalized Medicare support. This session takes place on Wednesday, July 8 at 3 PM. 

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W24 Football: Ready, Set, Hike

with Cameron Melvoin, B.S.

July 22nd, 2026

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This preliminary session will provide the basics of the upcoming class in the fall. Let's find out what you want to know, what will be covered, explained and taught. Finally, perspective and focus on being a better fan, what is going on, and the how's and why's of the game will be the goal. Co-taught by John Pletcher. This session will meet on July 22.

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Receive free, unbiased guidance from SHIP to help you confidently navigate your Medicare options. In this one-on-one session, you’ll compare plans, explore coverage choices, and get assistance with enrollment in Medicare, Supplement, Advantage, and Part D plans. Learn how to understand benefits, file claims, and appeal decisions. You’ll also gain insight into your rights as a Medicare beneficiary and get help applying for programs that reduce out-of-pocket costs. Ideal for anyone seeking clear, personalized Medicare support. This session takes place on Wednesday, July 29 at 3 PM. 

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Receive free, unbiased guidance from SHIP to help you confidently navigate your Medicare options. In this one-on-one session, you’ll compare plans, explore coverage choices, and get assistance with enrollment in Medicare, Supplement, Advantage, and Part D plans. Learn how to understand benefits, file claims, and appeal decisions. You’ll also gain insight into your rights as a Medicare beneficiary and get help applying for programs that reduce out-of-pocket costs. Ideal for anyone seeking clear, personalized Medicare support. This session takes place on Wednesday, July 8 at 2 PM. 

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T15 Just Do What the Song Says

with Judy Bradford, M.Div.

July 7th, 2026

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 This is a one-time, 50-minute dance party featuring songs that are also dances. Examples: Chubby Checker's "Twist," Freddy and the Dreamers' "Do the Freddy" and Dee Dee Sharp's "Do the Locomotion." Added this time: "The Time Warp," from Rocky Horror Picture Show. This dance party was a big hit in the Winter semester, 2026, and is back by popular demand! This class will meet on Tuesday, July 7 at Southfield Village.

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Grief is a natural response to many kinds of loss, not only death. This course explores the wide spectrum of grief experiences across the lifespan, including anticipatory, ambiguous, disenfranchised, and cumulative grief. Participants will examine how grief arises from life transitions such as retirement, illness, identity changes, relationship shifts, and unmet expectations. Through discussion and reflection, students will gain a deeper understanding of how grief is experienced, expressed, and integrated, along with ways to respond to it with greater awareness and compassion. This session will meet on July 14.

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M11 Beginning Sign Language: Sign it to Say It!

with Marcia Haslett, M.Ed.

July 6th to August 3rd, 2026

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Participants will learn basic fingerspelling and conversational signs that will have you 'Signing to say it.' No previous sign knowledge needed. We learn common vocabulary during each of our seven easy-paced sessions, and monitor sign clarity, rather than speed. Join me 5 Mondays & 2 Wednesday mornings: 7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/20, 7/22, 7/27, & 8/3.  Haslett, M.Ed.2. supplies fee $2.