Events for Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Wednesday, December 5, 20126:30 AM - 7:15 AM
Wellness Center Spin Room 282801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Wake Up and Cycle: Level II
Jump-start your morning with us and cycle your way to a great day. Indoor cycling with motivating music, videos, disco lights, and black lights, too! Pedal through a fun cardiovascular workout! Classes are held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:30 a.m.
Group exercise classes are free for Wellness Center members!
Wednesday, December 5, 20126:30 AM - 7:15 AM
Wellness Center Pilates Room 130801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Reformer Pilates
Reformer Pilates is a resistance class that is meant to strengthen the body without adding bulk. By focusing on alignment and the core muscles, it increases flexibility, mobility, balance, and body awareness. With Pilates you will learn to strengthen your spine and the deep abdominal muscles resulting in better posture. The top benefits people report from Pilates are becoming stronger, longer, leaner, and more able to do anything with grace and ease.
Preferred…
Wednesday, December 5, 20126:45 AM - 7:30 AM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
R.I.P.P.E.D.: Level III
The One Stop Body Shock is a "Plateau Proof Fitness Formula" that helps you to create continuity, consistency and challenge in each and every R.I.P.P.E.D. class. The components of R.I.P.P.E.D.—Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance and Diet—help you attain and maintain your physique in ways that are fun, safe, effective, and achievable. R.I.P.P.E.D. is tough yet doable; it will absolutely challenge your levels of fitness and endurance! Classes are held on Monday and…
Wednesday, December 5, 20129 AM - 5 PM
North Dakota Museum of Art 261 Centennial Dr. - Grand Forks, ND 58202

Born in Valley City in 1972, Todd Hebert spent his early years in McHenry, North Dakota. His father, a high school teacher, moved the family to Dickinson in 1980 to accept the job at Dickinson High School coaching basketball and teaching social studies.
Todd played football, basketball, and baseball. He also drew and painted and took art classes from Michael Dunn, a wildlife watercolorist. According to Hebert, “Dunn made watercolors by carefully observing the outdoor…
Wednesday, December 5, 20129 AM - 5 PM
Hughes Fine Arts Main entrance3350 Campus Rd. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
The Ceramic Arts Organization will have their annual holiday pottery sale Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 5 and 6, from 9 a.m. untill 5 p.m. in the main entrance of the Hughes Fine Arts Building. There will be a diverse selection of student ceramic work for sale. Items will include cups, mugs, bowls and other ceramic art. We welcome everyone to come and see what our members have to present. If you wish to make a…
Wednesday, December 5, 201210 AM - 11 AM
Grand Forks Public Library Computer Lab2110 Library Circle - Grand Forks, ND 58201

Do you need help with a computer-related question? Drop in for a short one-on-one session with a librarian.
*Librarians are able to provide help on general computer topics only.
Wednesday, December 5, 201210 AM - 12 PM
Memorial Union 3rd Floor Lounge2901 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Coffee, Cookies & Conversation is an event that is held throughout the semester specifically for nontraditional students. Each week a featured guest will share valuable information about the campus, programs, and/or resources. Staff, faculty and traditional students are also welcome to attend. The event is an informal gathering of nontraditional students and it will be held at the Memorial Union 3rd floor lounge from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday. Coffee and cookies will be…
Wednesday, December 5, 201211 AM - 3 PM
Memorial Union Loading Dock2901 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
It’s that time of year again when we all need to de-stress. Come join us at the De-Stress Fest on Wednesday, Dec. 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Memorial Union Loading Dock. The theme this year is “Get Distressed at the Carnival Fest.”
Enjoy free massage, food, fun games, lively music, stretching yoga, and awesome prizes! You can make your own carnival masks, tied blankets, trail mixes, and aroma therapy bags.
Give…
Wednesday, December 5, 201211:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Energy and Environmental Research Center Lewis and Clark Room15 N 23rd St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Members will enroll/use the monthly pass for $39.95 per month. The pass includes 4 weeks of meetings and e-tools.
The 4 weeks start on the date of purchase of the monthly pass.
Monthly passes are purchased online. See the tab to Enroll at a UND location.
The participants will need to enter: Merrifield, Medical School or EERC as the address (during the on-line registration) to differentiate the UND meeting location.
Payments can be made by…
Wednesday, December 5, 201212 PM - 1 PM
Grand Forks Public Library 2110 Library Circle - Grand Forks, ND 58201

The "Who Done It?" Book Club will meet every first Wednesday of the month at noon. It is a brown bag event! So bring your lunch and follow the clues with every book. Come with ideas! What mystery would you like to share with the group? We are open to suggestions!
The book for December is "Thyme of Death" by Susan Wittig Albert.
Wednesday, December 5, 201212:10 PM - 12:55 PM
Minnkota Power Cooperative Board Room1822 Mill Road - Grand Forks, ND 58203
Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities and leadership skills through local club meetings, training seminars and speech contests. Experienced professionals as well as beginning speakers can benefit from a practical, face-to-face learning program. Whether you're speaking to the board of directors, your customers, your co-workers or your kids, Toastmasters can help you do it better. You'll learn and practice in a…
Wednesday, December 5, 20121 PM
International Centre 2908 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Please join us for a Meet, Eat and Learn discussion about stress management from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5, at the International Centre.
Stephanie Freed from the UND Counseling Center will be discussing what stress is, how we get stressed, and ways to manage stress.
What is Meet, Eat and Learn? It's a monthly presentation where you can learn something new, share views and ideas, and interact with others - all while enjoying…
Wednesday, December 5, 20122 PM - 3 PM
Memorial Union Presidents Room2901 University Ave. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) Group meets to explore academic and personal productivity applications for mobile devices such as iPads, smart tablets, smart phones, and iPods. Bring your ideas and questions for a shared learning experience. No registration needed.
Wednesday, December 5, 20124 PM - 4:45 PM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
PiYo Strength: Level II
PiYoTM Strength is the perfect fusion equaling strength building, rhythmic movement and power with a foundation in Pilates and Yoga that burns calories while transforming the body. It includes modifications so everyone can participate, yet offers progressions to challenge the more advanced; either way, you’ll get results! It’s a class unlike any you’ve ever tried before! Classes are held on Tuesday and Sunday at 4 p.m. (60 minutes) and Wednesday at…
Wednesday, December 5, 20125 PM - 5:45 PM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Turbo Kick
Level III
Kickboxing with an edge! This cardio interval based workout combines kickboxing, athletic drills and simple dance grooves, into a high energy routine set to the hottest dance music. Turbo Kick requires no equipment or previous experience. The killer music and great choreography make this class adaptable to any fitness level! Classes are held on Monday at 5:00pm (60 min) and Wednesday at 5:00pm (45 min).
Group Exercise classes are free…
Wednesday, December 5, 20125:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Wellness Center Pilates Room 130801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Reformer Pilates
Reformer Pilates is a resistance class that is meant to strengthen the body without adding bulk. By focusing on alignment and the core muscles, it increases flexibility, mobility, balance, and body awareness. With Pilates you will learn to strengthen your spine and the deep abdominal muscles resulting in better posture. The top benefits people report from Pilates are becoming stronger, longer, leaner, and more able to do anything with grace and ease.
Preferred…
Wednesday, December 5, 20125:30 PM - 10 PM
Lincoln Drive Park 13th Avenue And Lincoln Drive - Grand Forks, ND 58201
The 11th Annual Lions Christmas in the Park will open Nov. 23rd running from 5:30 to 10 p.m. through Dec. 30th and with extended hours - 5:30 to midnight on New Years Eve. Visitors can take a drive through scenic Lincoln Park, located off of Belmont Road and 13th Avenue South, and enjoy holiday lights displays created by local business and organizations. Admission: Cars, $5; Limos, $10; Buses, $20; all proceeds will be distributed by…
Wednesday, December 5, 20126 PM - 8 PM
Grand Forks Public Library 2110 Library Circle - Grand Forks, ND 58201

Open to anyone 18 years of age and over the Writers Group will meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Join Fancee Long-Gorski in discussing many parts of the writing process including characterization, dialogue, point of view, and pacing. Please bring your own writing tools, (pen, paper, and laptop) and be prepared to share and discuss. Walk-ins are welcome.
Wednesday, December 5, 20126 PM - 9 PM
Wellness Center 121801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Heartsaver CPR/AED
Wednesday, December 5, 20126 PM - 7 PM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Cardio Kick!: Level III
Kickboxing moves that burn fat and build muscle.This total body tune-up infuses aerobics with martial arts and basic boxing moves. A great workout for toning the upper body, and shaping your legs and glutes. The only class at UND where it's okay to kick the instructor! Class is held on Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Group Exercise classes are free for Wellness Center members!