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SPECIAL INTERESTS PART TWO 138 REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org Distraction Proofing for your Dog (age 16 & up) Improve your ability to control your dog in unexpected situations and learn how to get your dog's attention without using food! By adding distractions and practicing commands off leash, your dog will improve self-control and make your public outings more enjoyable! Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructor: Robina Thornton Fees: $149(R) $179(N) (6 classes) 120236 Wed Apr 3–May 8 8–9 p.m. 120237 Wed Feb 6–Mar 13 8–9 p.m. Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) My First Lab by Mad Science (age 3–5) Your little scientist will explore shapes, magnets, and molecules through demonstrations and science experiments. He/she will learn how science helps us better understand the world around us. Topics are new each week! Location: The Hive Instructor: Mad Science Fees: $63(R) $82(N) (4 classes) 121127 Tue Jan 8–29 9–9:45 a.m. 121128 Tue Feb 5–26 9–9:45 a.m. 121129 Tue Mar 5–26 9–9:45 a.m. 121130 Tue Apr 2–23 9–9:45 a.m. 121131 Tue Apr 30–May 21 9–9:45 a.m. Let's Build Robots presents Crazy Action Contraptions (age 5–14) With your imagination, you can create bizarre contraptions that amaze you! Using motors, gears, pulleys, wheels, and other LEGO ® pieces, produce mechanical wonders that amaze you! Kids will be divided into groups by grade. Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructor: American Robotics Academy Fees: $229(R) $259(N) (8 classes) 121110 Tue Jan 15–Mar 5 6:30–7:30 p.m. NEW! Navigating College Admissions (age 13–17 w/parent) Are you a high school student or the parent of a high school student? The college admissions process can be very stressful and time consuming for the entire family. This workshop will provide tips on academic performance, extracurricular activity participation, college preparation and how colleges read applications. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Rhonda McRae Fees: $7(R) $10(N) (1 class) 119864 Sat Feb 2 11 a.m.-noon 119863 Sat Mar 2 11 a.m.-noon Home and Garden Compost Giveaway Workshops (age 18 & up) Along with a tour of historic Good Hope Farm and information on organic gardening that supports pollinators, you'll receive three bags of compost, two home guide books full of composting and gardening tips, and 30 minutes of instruction. Classes open to Town of Cary residents only. Registration is required as space is limited. Location: Good Hope Farm, 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, Western Cary Instructor: Sarah Justice, Environmental Outreach Program Coordinator Fees: $5(R) (1 class) 121476 Thu Mar 7 5–6 p.m. 121477 Fri Mar 8 noon–1 p.m. 121478 Sat Mar 9 9–10 a.m. 121479 Sat Mar 9 11 a.m.-noon Pet Ed Dog Obedience Classes (age 16 & up) Learn the importance of your role as leader and teach your dog self-control. Learn how to teach your dog to sit down, come, stay, and walk on a loose leash without pulling, resulting in improved behavior in public as well as home. This course is for dogs 3.5 months and older. Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructor: Robina Thornton Fees: $149(R) $179(N) (6 classes) 120233 Wed Feb 6–Mar 13 7–8 p.m. 120234 Wed Apr 3–May 8 7–8 p.m. The Buzz About The Hive! Buzz on over to our newest site, The Hive! Your favorite arts, fitness and wellness, and STEM programs are now being offered at 712 Slash Pine Drive in western Cary. Look for the logo throughout the guide and join us for a sweet time!