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Learn about quilting, stained glass, watercolor painting and more during Montcalm Community College’s June noncredit courses. 

Advance registration is required for all courses. Some courses may have a list of materials, or a textbook may be required. Visit montcalm.edu/noncredit for course details or a link to register online or call MCC’s Greenville campus at 989-328-1012 for more information. 

Unleash your creativity with our engaging 60-minute class, On Edge Quilling, designed specifically for beginners eager to explore the art of paper quilling. In this hands-on workshop, you will discover the fascinating techniques of on edge quilling, a unique method that adds depth and dimension to your paper creations. By the end of the class, you will have created your own beautiful quilled piece to take home, along with the confidence to continue exploring this captivating art form. Materials needed for this class include a slotted quilling tool, small glue bottle, tweezer, scissors and quilling template. All other supplies will be provided. Michaels and Temu both sell the individual elements. The class will take place on June 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. on MCC’s Greenville campus. The cost of $35. 

In our stained-glass classes, students will learn how to: score and break glass, use a wet grinder, foil using copper foil, solder and finish off the window with cleaning techniques. Attendees of the Box Making Class will learn how to build a stained-glass box. This box could be used as a candle holder or pencil holder and it will be approximately 4”x4”. There will be prolonged standing and protective eyeware (provided) must be worn at all times. Please wear closed-toe shoes. This four-hour class begins at 5 p.m. on June 5 on MCC’s Greenville campus. The cost is $55. 

Our Watercolors class is specially crafted for individuals aged 16 and older who are eager to explore the enchanting medium of watercolors, regardless of their prior experience. Learn how to mix and blend colors to create a harmonious palette that brings your paintings to life. Explore essential brush techniques and strokes that form the foundation of watercolor painting. Learn how to control the flow of water and create beautiful gradients and textures in your paintings. Materials required include: 140# cold press 11x14 watercolor paper pad, a pencil, blue painter’s tape, tube watercolor set or Prang watercolor set, two cups for water, a palette for mixing paint (an old dinner plate works well), paper towels, a small spray bottle, masking fluid, small, medium and large round brushes and a flat brush. This four-session class will meet weekly from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on June 9 on MCC’s Greenville campus. The cost is $60. 

In our You Pick stained glass class, students can pick one pattern and let their imagination fly. Patterns to choose from are: Dragonfly, Butterfly, Hummingbird, Monstera Leaf, or Heart with bevel center. There will be prolonged standing and protective eyeware (provided) must be worn at all times. Please wear closed-toe shoes. This four-hour class begins at 5 p.m. on June 16 on MCC’s Greenville campus. The cost is $55. 

Join us for an evening of joyous singing and community spirit at our Community Midsummer Sing! This event is open to all ages and musical abilities, you don’t even have to be able to carry a tune; you just have to enjoy singing. We provide the songbooks, chairs, accompaniment and refreshments, you just come and sing. Words will be projected on a screen for those who prefer to “follow the bouncing ball.” If you like, you may bring any non-perishable foods for a donation to The Food Source pantry at MCC. This class will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on June 18 on MCC’s Greenville campus. This event is free, but registration is required. 

Summer Camps at Montcalm Community College 

MCC is offering a variety of summer camps for youth of all ages this year, including: 

Co-ed Basketball Camp 

• June 5-6 
• Intended for youth entering 3rd through 8th grade 

Youth Centurion Welding Camp – Section 1 

• June 10-11 
• Intended for youth entering 6th through 9th grade 

Science Camp 

• June 17-18 
• Intended for children entering 3rd through 6th grade 

Dinosaur Explorers Camp 

• June 25 
• Intended for children entering 3rd through 5th grade 

Art is Everywhere Camp 

• June 30 
• Intended for children entering 1st and 2nd grade 

Treasure Hunt Camp  

• July 7  
• Intended for children entering 1st and 2nd grade  

Youth Centurion Welding Camp – Section 2  

• July 8-9  
• Intended for youth entering 6th through 9th grade  

Culinary Quest: Who’s in the Kitchen?  

• July 8  
• Intended for youth entering 4th through 6th grade  

Pull Back Frenzy Camp  

• July 9  
• Intended for children entering 1st through 3rd grade  

Healthcare Adventure: What Makes a Hospital Run?  

• July 10  
• Intended for youth entering 4th through 6th grade  

CircuitBuilders Camp  

• July 14-17  
• Intended for youth entering 5th through 8th grade  

A Play in a Day Theater Camp  

• July 14  
• Intended for youth entering 3rd through 8th grade  

Cell Phone Photography Camp  

• July 15  
• Intended for youth entering 3rd through 8th grade  

Art Explorers Camp  

• July 16-17  
• Intended for youth entering 3rd through 8th grade  

Wizards Art Camp  

• July 21  
• Intended for youth entering 3rd through 8th grade  

Volleyball Camp  

• July 21-24  
• Intended for youth entering 1st through 12th grade  

BotBuilders Camp  

• July 28-31  
• Intended for youth entering 5th through 8th grade  

Design & 3D Printing Camp  

• July 28-29  
• Intended for youth entering 5th through 7th grade  

BotBuilders 2 Camp  

• August 4-7  
• Intended for youth entering 5th through 8th grade 

A completed and signed waiver form is required for each person enrolled in MCC’s summer camps. Visit montcalm.edu/summer-camps for the waiver, additional information and registration links.