Saline Community Education

Learn how to convert your 401(k) savings into a “Modern Day Pension” distribution portfolio. Please join us for an enlightening and informative evening where you will learn about this efficient way of managing your investments to preserve your funds and allow you to live off your interest and dividends for the rest of your life! *This class is pending certification approval from SHRM and NASBA.* Class ID: 1261. Instructor: Laurie Stegenga

This ongoing class is for beginner and intermediate painters. We will learn about materials, color mixing, values and layering. If you’ve had some experience with watercolors, we explore a variety of wet and dry brush techniques through demonstrations and hands-on teaching. Subject matter includes landscapes, wildlife, flowers, etc. Material list will be provided. Paper Fee: $7 (if needed.) Class ID: 1020. Instructor: Keith McGuire **Please note that because this class occurs during the school day in a school building, a driver's license is required for sign in. Supply List 1. 2 Watercolor brushes, Rounds #6 and #8, 1 Wash Brush 1” Flat 2. 1 Tray, Butcher Tray (Metal), Plastic with wells or cover, white ceramic plate. 3.Paints: Alizeren Crimson, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Red Med., Cadmium Yellow Med., Indigo, Burnt Sienna, Permanent Green Light, Cerulean Blue, Yellow Ochre. Recommended but not required: Thalo Green 4. Cleaning Jar 5. #5H pencil 6. Kneaded Eraser 7.Watercolor Paper- I only use Arches 140# cold press, can be purchased for $7.00 per sheet, 22’x30’

From audio books to advertisements and beyond, we encounter recorded voices everywhere! In this one-night live online class your instructor will take you behind-the-scenes in the voice over field for a fun and realistic look at how the voice over field really works. You’ll gain inside perspective on developing skills, and how to leverage your voice’s strengths, your interests, and more. Because this class is live, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions! Additionally, there will be a chance for a one on one script read with the instructor at the end of the class. About The Instructor: With more than 30 years as a voice over artist and voice over producer, your instructor is part of the team at Voice Coaches with clients including major television networks, game designers, audio book publishers and more. Learn more at Voicecoaches.com. Class ID: 1061. Instructor: Voice Coaches

Getting your own book published can give you a feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction. Publish a children’s book, a how-to book, a memoir, art book, a cook book, or just about any type of book. In this class you will learn how to tap into readily available resources to turn your work into a published book. (This is not a writing class.) If you are thinking about publishing a book or simply curious, this class is for you. Class ID: 1271. Instructor: Preethi Fernando Please see the video here for more information about this class: https://youtu.be/PdtTU9Hyh08

The Saline Leadership Institute (SLI) is excited to launch our 25th program in September 2025. If you are interested in developing your leadership skills, personal development and becoming more involved in the community this is the program for you. SLI is an 8-month program that brings together a diverse group of people to learn and grow together. This is an engaging learning experience where each session builds upon the previous one to create a group of inspired leaders. This comprehensive, advanced training program begins with a two-day retreat and continues once a month through April 2026. The full day workshops are held at various organizations in the Saline area. REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 25, 2025 and ENDS AUGUST 25, 2025. The early bird registration fee of $545 is due by July 31, 2025 and the regular registration fee of $595 is due by August 25, 2025. The deadline to apply for the Leslee Niethammer Scholarship is July 15, 2025. To learn more about the program go to our website at www.salineleadershipinstitute.com For questions please email us at salineleadershipinstitute@gmail.com For payment options, call Brian Puffer at Community Ed (734) 401-4021.

Come learn how much to start saving for retirement as you launch your career and begin the important financial planning process. This class will focus on the holistic approach of financial planning for young professionals and the “balancing act” that’s needed through student loan debt repayment, starting to budget for first time purchases such as a home or vehicle, and starting to save and invest for retirement. *This class is pending certification approval from SHRM and NASBA.* Class ID: 1008. Instructor: Laurie Stegenga

Through this workshop you will begin to understand the photographic possibilities of your iPhone. Topics covered include an array of information for people with all level of skill. We will discuss things as basic as how utilize the camera to take images all the way through editing on the device and accessories you can buy to enhance your images. Ending with an in class activity and critique to make sure that you creating with confidence by the end of class. Class ID: 1264. Instructor: Kateland Rosaen Please note: The summer session B has a different time and fee than what's originally posted.