Summer Camps for Children 2013

April 15th, 2013 by Linda

Award –winning teacher, Julie Panus will be the Master Teacher at all three of our tech camps this summer. She is well-known and highly respected in her field and her students remain in touch long after they leave her classroom. We are adding a brand new camp this summer – the Electric Cargo Airplane Camp is adapted from the Institute of Astronautics and Aeronautics Educator Academy. See the description below.

Lego Engineering Camp for boys and girls entering 2nd – 4th grades
Dates: July 8 – 12, 2013
Times: 9 – 4
Location: NEW! Boyd Science Center
Cost:  $270

Campers will be challenged to use science, engineering, problem solving, critical thinking skills and ingenuity to solve a variety of challenges using Lego systems that include solar power, simple machines, pneumatics and more.  Campers will explore the world of sequence, logic and physics through design builds and real world challenges.  The end of the week will culminate with an introduction to Lego Mindstorm robotics and a showcase for parents.  Spaces are limited.     Click here to register!

Mindstorm Madness for boys and girls entering 5th – 7th grades

Dates: July 15 – 19
Times: 9 – 4
Location: NEW! Boyd Science Center
Cost: $270

Join us for a week of science, engineering and fun!  Using the LEGO Mindstorm kits, campers will work in teams, learning to build and program robots. Teams will be challenged to solve real-world problems with their ‘bots, in both cooperative and competitive challenges.  The week will culminate with a grand challenge designed to showcase the ingenuity and engineering skills of the campers!  There will be new builds and challenges, so returning campers will find new and engaging challenges. Spaces are limited.        Click HERE to Register!

Electric Cargo Airplane Camp for boys and girls entering 8th – 10th grades

Dates: July 22 – 26
Times: 9 – 4
Location: TBD
Cost: $270

Campers are challenged to build an airplane with maximum dimensions of 3 feet length, width, and height around a specified DC motor that can carry the maximum amount of cargo as it flies around a power pole that supplies electricity and mechanical support via a tether. The challenge  reinforces several key concepts in physics including kinematics and dynamics while demonstrating how engineers combine science, math, research, and experimentation to build a successful cargo plane. A final challenge will take place on Friday, July 26, when parents and friends are invited to watch, cheer and ask questions.      Click HERE to Register!

 Artistic Endeavors Camp 2013

Instructor: Leslie Baron
Dates:  Monday, July 29 – Friday, August 2
Times: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: entering  5th, 6th, and 7th grades
Cost: $170
Location:Draper & Maynard Rooms 211 and 212

Leslie has some new and exciting projects planned for Artistic Endeavors Camp this summer including a unique journal project, recycled paper making, textured tiles, cafe art painting, and wood sculpture. This is the perfect camp for budding artists where they can deeply concentrate and enjoy creating a personal work of art each day. In addition, campers are invited to skate at the PSU rink on hot summer afternoons. ($5 with skates and $7 w/skate rental).

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It really is Spring Wine and Food Pairing SOLD OUT

March 27th, 2013 by Linda

Instructors: Chef Anthony Bomba, Chef  Michael Woodman and  Wine Expert: Marie Colbath
Date: Wednesday, April 10
Time: 5:30 – 7:00
Location: Foster’s Common Man Inn
Cost: $10 to PSU and $15 wine and food fee to Foster’s

If you have ever participated in one of our Wine and Food Pairings, you know that you are in for a treat! Two talented and enthusiastic chefs, Tony and Mike, work all day and often the evening before to bring us unusual and delectable selections just for our enjoyment. Marie, who has been with the Martignetti Company for many years shares her expertise as the wine is poured to complement the food.  Won’t you join us with a friend? We are limited to 40 participants.

Click here to register!

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Golf Clinic I 2013

March 11th, 2013 by Linda

Instructor: Charlie Wheeler
Dates: Tuesdays May 7, 14, 21, 28 Thursdays May 9, 16, 23, 30                        
Time:  5:30-6:30 pm (60 minutes)
Location: Owl’s Nest Golf Course, Campton, NH
Cost: $145 plus $5 registration fee

CRN: 80019    To register: Golf Clinic I

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Almost Spring Wine and Food Pairing

February 26th, 2013 by Linda

This course is SOLD OUT

Instructors: Chef Anthony Bomba, Chef  Michael Woodman and  Wine Expert: Marie Colbath

Date: Wednesday, March 6

Time: 5:30 – 7:00

Location: Foster’s Common Man Inn

Cost: $10 to PSU and $15 wine and food fee to Foster’s

The spring solstice is on its way and we’ll be celebrating early with our popular Wine and Food pairing at Fosters. Chefs Anthony Bomba and Michael Woodman are already  carefully planning more delectable cuisine offerings – just for your enjoyment; and Marie Colbath, our Martignetti wine expert, will choose companion wines for each dish. Participants learn about their food choices, ingredients, preparation, and why certain wines complement them. These pairings offer the perfect affordable evening out. They are also wonderful and affordable gifts. Won’t you join us with a friend? We are limited to 40 participants.

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Fit from Inside Out

February 5th, 2013 by Linda

Healthy and Fit from Inside Out: A Program Designed for Women

Call/Email Linda Hammond to register: (603) 535-2868  lahammond1@plymouth.edu

Instructor: Celeste St. Pierre Certified Holistic Health Coach, AADP (American Association of Drugless Practitioners), BA Psychology, USA Triathlon Coach, US Swim Coach, Certified Pilates Instructor

Dates: Tuesdays, February 26; March 12 & 26; April 9, 16 & 30

Time: 5 – 6:30

Cost: Free* for PSU benefited faculty/staff when you use tuition credit for ½ of $150 and $75 of your HP Wellness Connection Education Reimbursement Program.

Location: Draper & Maynard, Room 314

CRN: 80020

  • When was the last time you felt love and appreciation for your body?
  • Do you know how to listen to your body’s intuition in its infinite wisdom?
  • Do you sometimes feel as if you are “battling” your body?
  • When was the last time you put yourself first…even for a few minutes?

These six consecutive workshops will explore the thought processes and psychology behind building new habits, listening to your body, and becoming attuned to your daily needs. Celeste will begin with the foods we and eat how to make time in the kitchen empowering, not enslaving. This is an inside out approach to your excellent health and the life you are meant to live ~ by learning to make choices that nourish and sustain. Celeste will support you throughout these three months as you work each week to reach your personal goals toward lifetime health and wellness.

Can one group program change your life? Come see for yourself.

Empowered, Energetic, Confident ~ the evolution begins!

February 26:  Your personal commitment to you!  Goal setting (it will be fun!)

March 12:       Ending those pesky sugar cravings ~ You can do it!

March 26:       Specialized exercises that work the core & the butt, boosting energy and  building muscle – some can even be done  at work and some while driving!

April 9:           Where to buy the “right stuff” that tastes great and feeds your mind/body

April 16:         Making tasty, good-for-you meals…some only take 5 minutes ~never boring, just delicious and surprisingly simple

April 30:         Keeping your body “light” after the class ends

Register:   Healthy and Fit from Inside Out

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