Events for Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Wednesday, June 27, 20126:30 AM - 7:15 AM
Wellness Center Cycling Room 282801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Wake Up & Cycle
Level II
Jump start your day with us and cycle your way to a great day. Indoor cycling with motivating music, videos, disco lights, and black lights too…pedal your way through a fun cardiovascular workout! Classes are held on Wednesday & Friday at 6:30 AM
Group Exercise classes are FREE for Wellness Center members!
Wednesday, June 27, 20128 AM - 11 AM
Education 231 Centennial Dr. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
The Summer Reading Camp is designed to promote the literacy growth of children who may be experiencing difficulties with reading and writing. Children are assessed by knowledgeable teachers and teacher candidates and a program of instruction is planned to meet each child's particular needs. In addition, we strive to make the learning experience relaxed and pleasant, so that children can feel free to take risks as they develop more positive and successful literacy strategies.
Wednesday, June 27, 20129:30 AM - 4:30 PM
We are excited to invite you to participate in the UND’s orientation program for all new first year students entering UND in the fall of 2012. This program offers a number of benefits and advantages for arranging your class schedule and learning more about UND. At orientation, you will have the individual attention of an advisor in discussing your academic classes, questions or concerns.
We encourage all entering first year students and their family members…
Wednesday, June 27, 201210 AM - 11 AM
Grand Forks Public Library 2110 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, June 27, 201210 AM - 11 AM
Robertson-Sayre 204370 Oxford St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Learn how to use Qualtrics Survey Tool. (Intermediate Workshop)
Wednesday, June 27, 201210 AM
Education Room 347231 Centennial Dr. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
The doctoral examination for David Saxberg, a candidate for the Ph.D. degree with a major in Educational Leadership, is set for 10 a.m. June 27, in the Education Building, room 347. The dissertation title is "Perceptions of North Dakota Principals Regarding Teacher Hiring Practices." Brenda Kallio (Educational Leadership) is the committee chair. The public is invited to attend.
Wednesday, June 27, 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, June 27, 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, June 27, 201212:10 PM - 12:50 PM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Xpress Pump
Level III
Don't have a lot of time and want to make the most of your strength training workout? Get in, get fit, and be on your way in 40 minutes in this quick and intensive muscle strengthening class. Class is held on Monday & Wednesday at 12:10 pm
Group Exercise classes are FREE for Wellness Center members!
Wednesday, June 27, 20121 PM - 4 PM
Streibel 3980 Campus Rd. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Each camper will use a Lego Mindstorm NXT robot kit to build a computer controlled robot. The campers will learn to program solutions to teach the robot to react to its environment. Camps will learn how to control the robot to avoid obstacles, find, pick up and carry objects, and even compete in different competitions.
Wednesday, June 27, 20122:30 PM - 3 PM
Grand Forks Public Library Story Room2110 Library Circle - Grand Forks, ND 58201

It’s all an all new addition to our regular storytime schedule! Afternoon Storytime includes picture books, finger plays, songs, and puppet plays. It last about 25 minutes. All ages are welcome.
Wednesday, June 27, 20123 PM - 11 PM
River Cities Speedway and Grand Forks Fairgrounds2300 Gateway Drive - Grand Forks, ND 58201
In addition to a large midway full of fun rides, the Grand Forks Fairgrounds will be filled with 4H exhibits, dog and horse shows, baking contests, pie and ice cream socials, concerts, demolition derby and much more.
New this year, GGF Fair organizers are offering a $5.00 access pass which includes all grandstand events (so you don't have to pay per event). If you buy a Murphy Brothers midway pass in advance from Valley Dairy…
Wednesday, June 27, 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 Tuesday at 6:15 pm and Wednesday at 5pm.
Wednesday, June 27, 20125 PM - 5:30 PM
Wellness Center Cycling Room 282801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Xpress Cycle
Level II
Don't have a lot of time and want to make the most of your cardiovascular workout? Get in, get fit, and be on your way in 30 minutes in this quick and intensive cycling class. Class is held on Wednesday at 5pm.
Group Exercise classes are FREE for Wellness Center members!
Wednesday, June 27, 20125 PM - 8 PM
University Park 320 North 25th Street - Grand Forks, ND 58201

This is a great festival for kids, and their parents! Tents full of hands-on activities that youngsters love. There's building stuff, painting stuff, gluing stuff and even bubble stuff....well, you get the idea. And, don't forget KIDS! music geared to children, but mom and dad will like it too. You'll want to have a bite to eat from one of our concessionaires and follow it up with a fluffy ball of cotton candy! It just…
Wednesday, June 27, 20125:45 PM
Please refer to event description for location details

Racing takes place every Wednesday at the new Red River BMX Track two miles west of Grand Forks on Highway 2.
Time: 5:45 PM
Wednesday, June 27, 20126 PM - 6:45 PM
Wellness Center Group Exercise Room 272/274801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Cardio Kick!
Level III
Fat-blasting Kickboxing moves to 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 Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
Group Exercise classes are FREE for Wellness Center members!
Wednesday, June 27, 20126 PM - 10 PM
Wellness Center 121801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Basic Lifesaving Skills for Healthcare Providers (for nursing, AT, PT, OT, and law enforcement)
Wednesday, June 27, 20126 PM - 10 PM
Wellness Center 121801 Princeton St. - Grand Forks, ND 58202
Basic Lifesaving Skills for Healthcare Providers (for nursing, AT, PT, OT, and law enforcement)
Wednesday, June 27, 20127 PM - 8 PM
Grand Forks Public Library 2110 Library Circle - Grand Forks, ND 58201

The Classic Re-Reads Book Club offers participants a chance to re-read those classics that they read – or skipped reading – in high school and college. This time with no grades attached! Join us for an informal discussion of these books that became classics for a reason.
Join us on the last Wednesday of every month at 7pm in the Grand Forks Public Library meeting room.
The title for June is "The Moonstone" by Wilkie…