1. art and entertainment
2. dance

Northfield Arts Guild
Classes
Winter / Spring 2015
All Ages, All Abilities, Everyone Welcome!
2 Exercise Your Creativity at the Arts Guild!
2015 Winter/Spring
Semester Schedule:
Table of Contents:
Policies & Maps ………..………2-3
Classes for Pre-K ………………..4
Ceramics ……………….………5-6
Dance ……………...………….7-10
Art for Home Schoolers…….10-11
Art for Special Needs…………....6
Visual Arts..………………….12-14
Theater…………………………..16
Teacher Biographies……..…16-17
Member Information ………..18-19
Rates
Members: Receive a 10% discount on all classes!
Member (m) and non-member (nm) prices are listed by
each class.
Non-member:
Early childhood classes
Elementary aged classes
Teen and Adult classes
Dance classes (all ages)
Music Together ®
Workshops
$11 per hour
$13 per hour
$14 per hour
$14 per hour
$15 per hour
rates vary
plus materials
plus materials
plus materials
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Session 5: Jan 18—Feb 14
Session 6: Feb 15—Mar 14
Session 7: Mar 15—April 18
(Spring Break 23—27 no classes
Easter Sunday, March 5 no classes)
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Session 8: Apr 19—May 16
Payment is due by the first
class in every 4 week session.
 Late fee is $10.
 Please note the decision to run a class
is made one week before a scheduled
start date. Please register early.
LOOK!
DISCOUNT!
Pay for a full semester
16 weeks and save $20!
Cancellation/refund policy: If a student cancels after
a class session has started, we will refund a prorated
portion of the class fee, minus a $10 administrative fee.
(Excludes Music Together®)
Scholarships:.The Community Action Center offers
scholarships for school-age children.
Call (507) 664-3550.
register online: northfieldartsguild.org
or call 507-645-8877 or stop by 304 Division St. S
Maps 3
Northfield Arts Guild
304 Division St. South
Northfield, MN 55057
507 645-8877
Northfield Arts Guild Theater
411 West 3rd St
Northfield
507 645-8877
Parkview Center at the
Northfield Retirement Community
910 Cannon Valley Drive West
Northfield
507 645-9090
Northfield Community Resource Center
507 664-3500
and
Northfield Senior Center
1651 Jefferson Parkway
Northfield
4 Classes for Pre-K
Music Together
Ages: Infant - 5 yr
All children are musical! Come spend 45 minutes each week singing, playing instruments and dancing
with your infant, toddler or preschooler in a playful,
non-performance-oriented atmosphere. These
developmentally appropriate classes guide young
children through the crucial early stages of music
development and feature great arrangements of
original and traditional songs in a wide variety of
tonalities, meters, and cultural styles. Tuition
includes two professionally recorded CDs, a
beautifully illustrated songbook, and a parent guide
DVD titled "Music Together at Home: Helping Your
Child Grow Musically." Each session teaches a new
collection of songs.
Instructor: Anna Lisa Rustad
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Monday 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM OR Wed OR Thur: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Sessions/Dates: Series 4: Mon:1/12 - 3/16
Wed: 1/14 - 3/18 Thur: 1/15 - 3/19
Series 5: Mon: 3/30 – 6/1
Wed: 4/1 - 6/3
Thur: 4/2 - 6/4
Fees: $135 m/ $150 nm (each series lasts 10 weeks). Second child is half price. Children 8 months and
younger are free. All children must be registered regardless of age.
Blooming Artists
Ages: 4-6
Creative Adventure for ages 4 - 6. Your child will explore the performing, literary, and visual arts. They will
enact picture books, dance to poems and find their voices through songs. A special performance for
friends and family will culminate the class.
Instructor: Christina Schweitz
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Tuesday 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Or Thursday 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Sessions/Dates: Sessions 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $79 m/ $88 nm Material Fee: $9
Creative Ballet 1
Ages: 3-5
Boys and girls alike will increase their physical awareness and begin to learn the fundamentals of ballet in
a creative and nurturing environment. The class will consist of teacher-directed and student-centered
exercises. Concepts of musicality, energy, shapes, and direction will be explored each week as we plié,
leap, twirl, skip, jump, and imagine.
Instructor: Kathleen Pender
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Tuesday 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Sessions/Dates: Sessions 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $38 m/ $42 nm
Ceramics 5
Sunday Wheel throwing for Adults
Ages: Adults
You will be introduced to the basics of wheel-throwing, including throwing cylinders, trimming, adding
handles, and various techniques.
Instructor: Melissa Henning
Venue: Clay Studio
Days and Times: Sunday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: Sessions 6, 7, 8
Fees: $100 m/ $112 nm Material Fee: $32
Monday Clay for Youth
Ages: Grades 5-8
Join Rafa in the studio as he shows you a variety of techniques to make cups, bowls, animals, boxes,
houses, or tiles. Decorate your pieces using different hand tools and color under-glazes.
Instructor: Rafael Estrella
Venue: Clay Studio
Days and Times: Monday 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm Material Fee: $16
Thursday Clay for Youth
Ages: Grades 5-8
Same as Monday Clay for Youth
Instructor: Rafael Estrella
Venue: Clay Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm Material Fee: $16
Kids Thursday Clay
Ages: Grades 1-4
Join Melissa in the studio as she shows you a
variety of techniques to make cups, bowls, animals,
boxes, houses, or tiles. Decorate your pieces using
different hand tools and color under-glazes.
Instructor: Melissa Henning
Venue: Clay Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 6, 7, 8
Fees: $47 m/ $52 nm Material Fee: $16
6 Ceramics
Saturday Wheel Throwing for Adults
Ages: Adults
The focus of this class is to introduce and practice the basics of wheel-throwing including throwing
cylinders, trimming, adding handles, and various glazing techniques.
Instructor: Rafael Estrella
Venue: Clay Studio
Days and Times: Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $100 m/ $112 nm Material Fee: $32
Open Clay Studio
Ages 18+
For the experienced ceramic artist.
No instructor/studio monitor present
Venue: Clay Studio
Day & Time: Mon & Wed, 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 - noon
Fee Options:
4 nights punch card: $40 nm / $36 m;
plus $15.00 materials fee includes one bisque and one glaze firing; or
8 night punch card: $70 nm/ $63 m;
plus $25.00 materials fee includes two bisque and two glaze firings
Additional bisque/glaze firings can be purchased for $5 each. Maximum one shelf.
25# bag of clay is sold separately-$13.50
A+ Art: Autism and the Arts
Ages: 16+
Participants work with local professional artists and college
mentors. Please contact program director Laura Goodwin
at 507-301-2824 if you are interested in joining.
Instructor: Laura Goodwin
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Tuesday 6:30 PM - 8:30pm
Sessions/Dates: 2/10/2015 - 5/5/2015
Fees: $232 m/ $257 nm
Arts for Special Needs
Dance 7
Creative Ballet 1
Ages: 3-5
Boys and girls alike will increase their physical awareness and begin to learn the fundamentals of ballet in a
creative and nurturing environment. The class will consist of teacher-directed and student-centered
exercises. Concepts of musicality, energy, shapes, and direction will be explored each week as we plié,
leap, twirl, skip, jump, and imagine.
Instructor: Kathleen Pender
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Tuesday 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Sessions/Dates: Sessions 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $38 m/ $42 nm
Creative Ballet 2
Ages: 5-7
Boys and girls alike will increase their physical
awareness and begin to learn the fundamentals of ballet
in a creative and nurturing environment. The class will
consist of teacher-directed and student-centered
exercises. Concepts of musicality, energy, shapes, and
direction will be explored each week as we plié, leap,
twirl, skip, jump, and imagine.
Instructor: Kathleen Pender
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Tuesday 4:45 PM - 5:30pm
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $38 m/ $42 nm
Ballet 1
Ages: Ages 7-9
By the age of 7 most children are physically and mentally ready to study classical ballet. This distinct
movement vocabulary develops a strong body that expresses both beauty and grace. At the Arts Guild, we
focus on healthy anatomical placement while also encouraging each student to develop their unique artistic
voice.
Instructor: Shari Setchell
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Monday 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm
No School Day and Spring Break Activities
Check our website for more details!
8 Dance
Ballet 2/3
Ages: 9-11
In this level the dancer builds a higher level of achievement and strength. Dancers are expected to articulate
basic ballet technique and to perform longer ballet combinations, while also individually interpreting the
movement material.
Instructor: Shari Setchell
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Monday 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $63 m/ $70 nm
Ballet 4 Pre-Pointe
Ages: 11-14
This class level builds on the physical and mental strength
developed in previous levels. Additionally, exercises developed
to strengthen the feet and legs as a preparation for pointe work
will be introduced at the end of each class. Requires permission
by instructor.
Instructor: Kathleen Pender and Shari Setchell
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Tuesday 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $63 m/ $70 nm
Ballet 5 Pointe
Ages: 14+
The study of pointe work begins after a student has acquired proper placement and a considerable amount
of strength on demi-pointe. Pointe class is an intensive session in which stamina, strength and speed will be
developed in the advanced dancer.
Instructor: Shari Setchell
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Monday 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $63 m/ $70 nm
Tap 1
Ages: 7-12
This energetic class explores the basics of tap.
Instructor: Kathleen Pender
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm
Dance 9
Teen/Adult Tap
Ages: 13+
This energetic class explores the basics of tap.
Instructor: Kathleen Pender
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm
Modern Dance
Ages: 8+
By exploring various techniques of contemporary dance each student will
develop an expressive and articulate body while also developing their
creative and improvisational skills.
Instructor: Kathleen Pender
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Sessions/Dates: 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $63 m/ $70 nm
Mexican Folklorico
Boys and girls learn traditional dances from various regions in
Mexico. These dances use sharp rhythmic heel stomping and
create interesting visual patterns.
Folklorico A Young Beginners
Ages: 4+
Learn lively dances from the Mexican state of Jalisco. This class is
taught in Spanish and English.
Instructor: Folklorico Team
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Saturday 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions/Dates: Sessions 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $38 m/ $42 nm
Folklorico B & C Intermediate & Older Beginners
Ages: 10+
Learn beautiful dances from the Veracruz region. This class is taught in Spanish and English.
Instructor: Folklorico Team
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Saturday 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Sessions/Dates: Sessions 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm
10 Dance
Folklorico D - Advanced
Ages: 12+
Learn intricate dances from the Mexican states of Chiapas and Tabasco. This class is taught in Spanish and
English and is for students with at least 4 years Folklorico experience.
Instructor: Folklorico Team
Venue: Dance Studio
Days and Times: Saturday 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Sessions/Dates: Sessions 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $63 m/ $70 nm
Friday Folk Dancing
Ages: 13+
Expand your knowledge of the world by learning different dances from around the globe.
Instructor: Kate Stuart
Venue: NSC
Days and Times: Friday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: Sessions 5, 6, 7, 8
Fees: $32 m/ $36 nm
Art for Home Schooled
Art for Home Schoolers
Ages: 7-12
Come study our world through the eyes of artists and craftsmen throughout time and place! We will
introduce young artists to fascinating facts, and interesting art based on past cultures from around the
world. Travel back in time to learn about day-to-day and traditions that shaped the art created, and then
we will emulate those skills in our own work. A postcard will be available with quick facts and on-line
resources will keep the creative adventure going between classes.
Instructor: Kelly Lynn Stanton-Nutt
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Wednesday 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Fees: $43 m/ $48 nm Material Fee: $7
That’s “Knot” Art:
the Ancient Celts
The Work of
Why are the mighty oak tree, crows, mistletoe, as well as other parts of nature
are so important to the Celts beliefs? Build a Celtic-style hand drum. Create a
looping, interlocking Celtic knot design.
Sessions/Dates: 1/7 & 1/21
Art for Home Schooled 11
It’s a “Bust!” The
Work of the Ancient
Romans
We’ll see how art was a part of daily life in the Roman Empire as we build a
miniature bust, create a small mosaic tile design, and draw a self-portrait in a
gladiator’s helmet.
Sessions/Dates: 2/4 & 2/18
The “Golden Oldies”: Art
of the Byzantium
We’ll look at the original golden arches and domes while creating drawings inspired
by Byzantine architecture. We’ll also make golden cloisonné cuffs, and a seed art
micro-mosaic.
Sessions/Dates: 3/4 & 3/18
Going “Berserk” for Viking Art
We’ll learn about Viking traditions and mythology that have lasted more than a
millennia. We’ll illustrate a war ship sailing the Northern seas, design our own Viking
rune stone, and make a Viking-style helmet.
Sessions/Dates: 4/1& 4/15
Three Cheers for Anglo-Saxon Art!
This is the beginning of the English language as we know
it! Celebrate with and hand stitch a covered journal
adorned with early Anglo-Saxon designs. We’ll also create
a gem-encrusted chalice and an intricately designed brooch.
Sessions/Dates: 5/6 & 5/20
Look for other home schooling
opportunities throughout this schedule.
Many of our classes are appropriate for
most school aged students
12 Visual Arts
Up-cycle Your Closet Workshop
Ages: Grades 6 – 8
Learn how to turn old clothes into stylish new ones. We will turn a t-shirt into a
scarf, an old sweater into a purse, and a t-shirt into a skirt. Bring a small t-shirt,
an adult sized one, and an old sweater. Bring your own sewing machine and
thread if you have them.
Instructor: Erica Ness
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 1/22 - 2/12 OR 2/19 - 3/19 (no class on 3/12)
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm Material Fee: $5
Calligraphy for Teens Workshop
Ages: Grades 7 - 12
Learn how to use calligraphy pens and ink to make your
own fantastic fonts. All supplies provided.
Instructor: Erica Ness
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 1/22 - 2/12 OR 2/19 - 3/19
(no class on 3/12)
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm Material Fee:$6
Beginning Watercolor Workshop
Ages: 14+
Dive into an action packed 2 hours where we’ll learn traditional and experimental watercolor methods to
jump start our creative habits in the medium. No prior experience with watercolor is necessary! Beginner and
Intermediate watercolor skill levels welcome as well.
Instructor: Jennifer Sanders
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Saturday 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 1/17
Fees: $25 m/ $28 nm Material Fee: $6
Painting at Parkview
Ages: Adults
In this class students explore their preferred medium -- watercolors, acrylics, oils, pastels, color pencils -and work on various projects over the course of 4 weeks. Beginners are welcome!
Instructor: Riki Kölbl Nelson
Venue: Parkview
Days and Times: Monday, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sessions/Dates: 1/5 - 1/26, or 2/2 - 2/23, or 4/6 - 4/24, or 5/4 – 5/25
Fees: $ 65 m/ $ 72 nm
Visual Art Workshops 13
Light Painting Photography Workshop
Ages: 13+
Join us for a fun evening as we explore Light Painting
Photography (also known as light graffiti or painting with
light.) We’ll use digital SLR cameras (provided), long
exposure times in a darkened room, and various types of
lights including flashlights, glow sticks, flashes, gel filters,
etc. to create the images. Students will receive a CD with
the images taken during the class.
Instructor: Dale Brown
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM,
Saturday 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: Thursday, 3/26 OR Saturday, 4/11
Fees: $32 m/ $35 nm Material Fee: $5
Fused Glass Pendants Workshop
Ages: 10+
Learn about glass fusing while you are having fun creating five
unique glass pieces of art that can be made into pendants or
magnets. We’ll use different types of fusible glass including
recycled scraps, sheet glass, confetti, stringers, dichroic, and
frit balls. The pieces will be fired after the class and ready for
pickup in one week – making a great Valentine Day gift!
Instructor: Dale Brown
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: Feb 3
Fees: $25 m/ $28 nm Material Fee: $15
Parties at the Guild!
Birthdays, Play dates, Girls Night Out, and more!
Art-based parties now at the Northfield Arts Guild. Choose
from a menu of party ideas including ceramics and visual art
themes. These parties are great for all ages. Come make
art, eat cupcakes and we will take care of the rest. Visit our
Website for more details.
14 Visual Arts Workshops
Renaissance & Flemish
Painting Method
Ages: 16+
Students will be introduced to the
Renaissance method of painting in
seven consecutive layers. The first layer
of “imprimatura” will be followed with two
umber layers focused on form and value
in order to arrive to “grisaille” (gray layer)
and to three layers in color. You will get
a full understanding of why old masters
built the paintings with this method and
learn how to apply it to modern painting. This method is the most efficient way of painting that
systematically treats problems of form, values, light, edges and color. Materials list provided. Prepared
canvas provided by the instructor.
Instructor: Dan Petrov
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Sat/Sun 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 4/11, 4/12 and 4/18/2015 (Note: One week drying time required)
Fees: $306 m/ $340 nm Material Fee: $25
Woodblock Printmaking Workshop
Ages: 16+
Learn the ancient technique of creating a multi-colored print
from multiple woodblocks or through the reduction method.
Students will learn about reverse imagery, transferring
methods, print registration, how to print-either by hand or by
press, and safety techniques. Students will discover how to
hand print as well as how to use a small press. Learn and
practice preparing, mixing and applying ink to your block(s)
for printing. You will be given the option of completing a
multi-block or reduction print. Students will go home with a
mini-edition of their image. All materials provided by instructor.
Students are responsible for bringing ideas and an apron.
Instructor: Richard James Nelson
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Sat/Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 3/14 - 3/15
Fees: $165 m/ $184 nm Material Fee: $40
Visual Art Workshops 15
Winter Landscape: Watercolors
Ages: 9-12
Make a watercolor winter landscape with birch trees and snow scenes.
Instructor: Erica Ness
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Tuesday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 1/20 & 1/27 OR 2/24 & 3/3
Fees: $23 m/ $26 nm Material Fee: $6
Zentangles for Kids Workshop
Ages: 7-10
Learn how to do the very addictive, very fun, and very cool lines
that everyone is doing. Zentangles are growing line designs that
create abstract, unique images!
Instructor: Erica Ness
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Thursday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 2/3 OR 2/17
Fees: $12 m/ $13 nm Material Fee: $3
Make Your Own Sketchbook Workshop
Ages: 8-14
Make two sketchbooks and learn basic bookmaking and binding techniques.
Instructor: Erica Ness
Venue: Art Studio
Days and Times: Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sessions/Dates: 1/24 & 1/31 or 2/14 & 2/21
Fees: $50 m/ $56 nm Material Fee: $20
16 Theater
Theater Stage Management Workshop
Ages: 15+
Have you ever wondered what a stage manager does or how to be
one yourself? Come learn the basics of stage managing in this 3
hour workshop. We will cover the characteristics of a good stage
manager, auditions, handy skills, organization, communication, SM
kits, rehearsal procedures, how to create a prompt book, how to
run a show, and more! This workshop is great training for aspiring
stage managers, current stage managers and any theatre artist
who wants to learn more about the stage manager’s role.
Instructor: Rachel Haider
Venue: Theater
Days and Times: Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions/Dates: 1/17/2015
Fees: $38 m/ $42 nm
Teachers at the Arts Guild
The Arts Guild offers over 40 weekly classes in dance, music, theater, literary and
visual arts. Students, young and old, novice and experienced, are invited to explore
their creative voices as they are guided by teachers who are working professionals and
certified art instructors. Classes are taught with a focus on sequential development of
skills, aligned with State Standards in the arts, establishing the groundwork for
aesthetic development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
Introducing our excellent teachers….
Anna Lisa Rustad majored in music at St. Olaf College and received her Masters in Teaching from St.
Thomas University. Anna Lisa is a certified Music Together® instructor. She also teaches piano and plays
fiddle with Scandium, a contemporary Scandinavian folk band.
Christina Schwietz has a sense of wonder when it comes to all forms of art! She loves to express herself
in music, dance, drawing, painting, sculpting, storytelling, poetry, song, literature, but mostly drama.
Christina believes that being an artist means celebrating who you are and how you see the world around
you, which makes her the perfect choice to teach the KidsARTS class.
Dale Brown is a Studio Art Assistant at Normandale College where he started out in the darkroom and
digital photo studios. He now assists with their Mixed Media and Printmaking classes, and teaches
portfolio photography. Dale took a fused glass class in 2008 and was drawn to the challenges of working
with glass and experimenting with new techniques. He loves opening the kiln after a firing to see how the
glass has reacted and changed.
Teachers at the Arts Guild 17
Dan Petrov is a classically trained artist, painting in the “western tradition” of realism. He received his
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies at the University of Novi Sad, Serbia and spent several years in Museum
Art Study throughout Europe, Canada, and the United States. Most recently, he completed “The Atelier”
Studio Program of Fine Art, a four year program in the craft and traditional techniques of painting.
Erica Ness graduated with a BS in Art Education from St. Cloud State in 2005 and an MA in Curriculum
and Instruction from Concordia University in 2012. She is an art teacher at Sibley Elementary.
Jennifer Sanders graduated from St. Olaf College with a double major in English and Studio Art and has
taught private art lessons and co-taught in the Arts Guild KidsART program.
Kate Stuart became involved with the Arts Guild by enrolling her young daughters in dance and art
classes. She currently teaches dance and music at the Northfield Arts Guild, the Northfield Senior Center,
and for fellow homeschooling families. In addition she is Music Director of the Twin Cities Recorder Guild.
 Kathleen Pender received her B.A. in Dance at St. Olaf College. Her passion for dance, in its many
forms, led her to study in Ghana for five months. Kathleen also teaches for Young Dance in Minneapolis,
Becks Montessori, and Minnesota Montessori.
Kelly Lynn Stanton-Nutt is better known as “Ms. Kelly” by her students. She has been teaching art at St.
Dominic School for the past five years. She was a graphic designer for several years before getting her
MS in Art & Design Education from Pratt Institute.
Laura Goodwin grew up in Northfield and attended classes at the Arts Guild as youngster. She is a
Rhode Island School of Design graduate, who taught in RISD's children's program. Laura's journey into
the field of autism began after a family member was diagnosed on the autism spectrum. Laura currently
works as educational assistant at NHS in the autism program.
Melissa Henning Melissa began to fall in love with clay in the fall of 2013 by taking Into to Ceramics and
Intermediate Ceramics with Ron Gallas at St. Olaf. Melissa has assistant taught clay camps at Northern
Clay Center and she is currently working in the St. Olaf ceramic studio as a studio worker and teachers
assistant. Melissa also teaches clay classes to children and adults at the Paradise Center for the Arts in
Faribault. Through teaching she hopes to impact lives through the use of clay.
Rachel Haider is a theater director, educator, performer, coach, choreographer, and arts
administrator. Her extensive resume includes work with professional, community and educational
theaters. She was named “Best Director” for 2013 in Southern Minnesota Scene Magazine. Some of her
recent Arts Guild shows include Night Watch, The Music Man and White Christmas; she will be directing
Alice@Wonderland and Oliver this season. Rachel brings a broad range of arts expertise to her students
and productions, creating quality, memorable and fun theatrical experiences.
Rafael Estrella is a graduate of Carleton College, a certified art educator, and currently teaching in the
Northfield School District. When he is not teaching art, he is drawing, creating ceramics, coaching, playing
soccer, or reading.
Richard James Nelson is a St.Paul based professional woodblock printmaker. A Minnesota native, he
grew up north of Minneapolis where he learned to commune with tumble weeds and important survival
skills that serve him still: creative thinking, know and seek silence, embrace chaos, value loyalty and
understand when and when not to enter the farmer's field.
Riki Kölbl Nelson has an MFA in Studio Art from the University of Minnesota. She has exhibited artwork
nationally and internationally.
Shari Setchell is a certified Global SomaticsTM Practitioner and applies somatic training in her ballet
instruction. Shari is choreographer for Northfield High School’s Rock & Roll Revival and also works as a
choreographer throughout the region.
18 Membership Application Form
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City, State and Zip
Phone Number
Email
Membership Level (see previous page)
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divided into 12 ongoing monthly payments. This option is available
online, in person, or by phone)
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and meets business and corporate matching
gifts program guidelines.
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activities of interest.
Acoustic Music Series
CVRO (Orchestra)
Classes (Adult)
Classes (Children)
Gallery
Literary Events
Riverfront Fine Arts Festival
Shop
Theater
Are you a professional artist?
yes
no
If so, what is your medium?
dance
literary
musical
theatrical
visual
Membership Information 19
MEMBERSHIPS
...are a central component of the livelihood of the Northfield Arts Guild.
Join us in hosting 130 annual arts events and 40 weekly arts classes.
Level
Annual Fee
Sustaining (monthly) Fee
Student
Individual
Household
Guild Plus
$25 (with college ID)
$60
$95
$150+
$5 per month
$7.92 per month
$12.50 per month
Membership Benefits:
You help the arts thrive in Northfield!
 Exhibition opportunities
PLUS:
 Voting privileges at the Annual
Student:
10% class discount
Members’ Meeting
 E-Newsletters & other update
information
 Supporting creativity
Individual:
1 ticket voucher ($15-25)
10% class discount
Household:
10% class discount
2 ticket vouchers ($30-50)
Guild Plus:
10% class discount
2 ticket vouchers ($30-$50)
1 free individual membership
gift certificate (=$60)
SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIPS
BIG SUPPORT...small payments!
Set up a monthly payment plan using a credit or debit card. Call the office.
Thank you!
The Northfield Arts Guild also gratefully acknowledges the
financial support provided by memberships, donations,
business sponsorships, and private funders
Additional funding from the McKnight Foundation, the
Minnesota Community Foundation, the Southeast
Minnesota Arts Council, the Street Trust, Northfield Area
United Way, and the Sostek Trust.
These activities are made possible in a part by a grant
provided by the Minnesota State Arts Board through an
appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature from
State’s general fund and its arts and cultural heritage fund
with money from the vote of the people of Minnesota on
November 4, 2004.
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
304 Division Street S
Northfield, MN 55057
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