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Administrative StaffSheri Bestor, Founder, President

Scott Bestor, Vice President Paula DeStefanis, Program Director Debbie Knuth, Stagekids Director

F. Martin Morante, Registrations/Office Manager- Marketing Co-Director

Board of DirectorsMike Donahue - Chairperson, Treasurer– Donahue’s Accounting and Tax Service, Accountant

Neil Willenson - Vice Chairperson – Kapco, Inc., V.P. of Community RelationsPaula Hare – Hare Strigenz Design, Owner/Partner

Charlotte Bernard - Attorney-at-LawAmelia E. Macareno - First Bank Financial Center Vice President & Market Development Officer

Melissa Shneyder- US Bank

Advisory Board

Artistic Advisory Board James Prinz - Chicago-based International Photographer

Richard Slater – Vice President, Creative Services, Hal Leonard Corporation Kurt Bestor- Composer/Performer

Paul McGill- Broadway/Movie Actor

CreaTeen Advisory BoardJudge Sandy Williams

Dr. Gwen Lopez Cohen, MD, PsychiatristTom Frank, Chief of Police

Shea Halula, Executive Director,Starting PointDonna Krieger , Former Coordinator of the Alliance for a Drug Free Wisconsin established by Governor Tommy Thompson, Attorney General Don Hanaway and State Superintendent of

Schools Herbert Grover

Arts Mill DivisionPaula DeStefanis, Director

Sheri Bestor, Director of CoordinationMeredith Shimp, Support Personnel

Pat MabryBill Mabry

Gretchen W. Mayo Jodi Peck

Beth Ridley Toni Schnorr

Les Weil Bob Biegert

Cheri Cornell TereseEinhorn Rob Goodman

Richard Hynson

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Early Registration Deadline December 8th

The week of September 8th - 12 week session beginMonday- 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30

Tuesday -1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31Wednesday-1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1

Thursday-1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2 Friday-1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3

Saturday-1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4

Early Registration Deadline March 9th

The week of April 13th- 6 week session beginMonday- 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18Tuesday - 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19

Wednesday -4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20Thursday- 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21

Friday- 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22Saturday- 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23

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Partners in ArtTarget age: 3-5 with caregiverEnjoy creating art work with a special little one. Partners will get their hands in all types of creating such as ceramics and painting.Instructor: Paula DeStefanis

Time/Days: 10:45-11:30am Tuesdays 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31Early Registration Fee: $100 | Fee: $110 Program: W100

Art Sampler Target age: 6 years and upA continually evolving fine art curriculum providing a personal and focused opportunity for young artists.Instructor: Kari Slater

Time/Days: 4:15-5:15pm, MondaysWinter Session-1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30Early Registration Fee: $125 | Fee: $135 Program: W101Spring Session- 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18Early Registration Fee: $60 | Fee: $ 70Program: SP101

Early Clay ExplorersTarget age: 7-12 yearsStudents will use the slab, coil, and pinch techniques. They will learn the use of glazes, as well as basic ceramic vocabulary while creating both functional and sculptural pieces.Instructor: Kari Slater

Winter Session - Time/Days: 5:30-6:30pm, Monday1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30Early Registration Fee: $135 | Fee: $145 Program:W102Spring Session-4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18Early Registration Fee: $60 | Fee: $70Program: SP102

Creative Critters Ages 8 -13Work your artistic magic in creating paintings, prints, drawings and sculptures of your favorite animals: dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, dinosaurs, horses, and more. We’ll also create 3-dimensional representations of our special furry, feathery, scaly or slimy friends. Instructor: Paula DeStefanis

Winter Session1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2Time/Days: 5:30-6:30 ThursdaysEarly Registration Fee: $125 | Fee: $135 Program: W103

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RE-PURPOSED -- ON PURPOSEtarget age: 10-14Look at ‘junk’ a whole new way -- and get creative by re-purposing items into new, functioning pieces. Old light bulbs, glass bottles, scrap wood, worn books, bottle caps and corks are just some of the materi-als we’ll use to create inventive pieces of art and useful room decor.Instructor: Meredith Shimp

Dates/times: Tuesdays 4:30-5:30pmWinter Session 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31Early Registration Fee: $125 | Fee: $135 Program: W104

REPLICA, REPLICAtarget age: 12-16This class offers a mix of art history and instruction. Students will learn an over-view of several well-known artists (their upbringing, accomplishments, techniques, etc.) and then will replicate one of that art-ist’s most famous pieces. By the end of the course students will have several replicas to proudly display at home!Instructor: Meredith Shimp

Dates/times: Thursdays 4:30-5:30pmWinter Session 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2Early Registration Fee: $120 | Fee: $130Program: W105

Art Tutorials for HomeschoolersTarget age: 6-9 years old / 10 years and upA personal approach atmosphere designed for the home schooled student. Youth will have an opportunity to express their creativity through painting, sculpture, printmaking and more!Instructor: Paula DeStefanis

Time/Days: 9:00-10:00am (6-9) ThursdaysWinter Session1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2 Program: W106A10:30–11:30am (10 +) ThursdaysEarly Registration Fee: $120 | Fee: $130Winter Session1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2 Program: W106BEarly Registration Fee: $120 | Fee: $130Spring Session4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 Program: SP-106A (6-9 yrs)Program: SP-106B (10+)Early Registration Fee: $60 | Fee: $70

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Visual Arts Walk-In Studio for AdultsTarget ages: AdultWhether you are a tentative beginner, an experienced amateurpreparing to go professional, or an art graduate returning to your true calling, open studio offers you time and a place to pursue your own projects and interests. An experienced artist-instructor is on hand to provide technical advice, support and critical feedback through

informal, individual, and group critiques. Artists are responsible for personal art materials. All participants must contact the instructor prior to class to seeif there is enough interest at: paulac@northshoreacademyofthearts.org.Instructor: Paula DeStefanisTime/Days: Mondays 6:30 -7:30Fee: $10 per ClassProgram:

Introduction to Watercolor - Beginners levelTarget ages: 8-13Learn the fundamentals of watercolor painting, from selecting paper andbrush control to mixing opaque and transparent colors. The instructorguides students in color relations and values, composition, glazing, andmethods for controlling paint. Drawing skills are not required. A materiallist will be sent upon confirmation.Instructor: Paula Destefanis

Time/Days: 4:30-5:30pm, Tuesdays 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19Early Registration Fee: $60 Fee: $70Program: SP-Watercolor101

Portraiture Target Ages 9-14 Improve your skills of representational drawing of people, using charcoal, ink, graphite, and pastel.Instructor: Paula DeStefanis

Time/Days: 5:30-6:30pm, TuesdaysSpring Session 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19Early Registration Fee: $60 Fee: $70Program: SP-Portraiture101

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Private LessonsTarget age: all ages depending on instructor’s adviceNSAA has an excellent team of instructors qualified to teach private lessons. One on one instruction is offered in the following areas: piano (beginning piano and also advanced piano theory), violin, guitar, voice, performance, acting, auditioning, percussion, art, composition, private music exploration, music theory, yoga & dance.Email info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org if interested in talking with a private instructor.

Private lessons in a variety of mediums such as ceramics, drawing, painting, or mixed, for artists of all ages who want individual guidance. Can be customized to fit your interests and schedule. Call the academy to set up a time with an instructor.

Open Figure Drawing at the Arts MillDevelop your drawing skills the way the masters did, working from a live nude art model. This is an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. One model provides a variety of quick and sustained poses. Starting with gesture poses and slowly building to longer poses. General Admission: $8 per person. Visit the Arts Mill workshop page for dates and times www.theartsmill.org/workshops/

Draw Me a Story –Literary and Visual ArtsTarget age: 3-6 Designed for the young book-lovers and artists alike, we will begin each class with a children’s story, and then create our own artwork based on characters, settings and events of the story. We will use pencils, paints, pastels and more to bring our favorite stories to life!Instructor: Paula DeStefanis

Time/Days: 9:30-10:15am Tuesdays1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31Program: W107Early Registration Fee: $125 | Fee: $135

It’s Finally Here! Don’t miss this opportunity to be involved in the fun

and amazing musical, GREASE!

Calling ALL ACTORS: 2nd grade through adults. Call NSAA (262-377-3514) to register to receive the

packet of information which includes rehearsal dates and times. Rehearsals will be Tuesday evenings.

Performance will be in spring. Date and location tbd.

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Everything Acting: Workshop intensiveThis two week workshop is perfect for the young performer who loves everything about the stage! Enjoy this creative class where kids will have a variety of performing arts experiences ranging from working on scenes and songs, to script writing, drama and theatre games, to in-class performance opportunities. Imaginations will be called upon as students are challenged to take their performing skills to the next level while having a blast!

Director: Whitnie BestorTime/Days: Monday evenings, 4:30-6:30 pm Dec 15th and 22nd (students are welcome to bring a snack)Early Registration Fee: $40 | Fee: $50Program: WKSP-1

Stagekids Junior Presents: School House Rock, Live!Grades K-6th gradesDon’t miss this fun and exciting class where students will work through the process of putting together a musical production. No auditions-all who register will be involved.

Mondays 4:30-5:30pm1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30Early Registration Fee: $120 | Fee: $130Program: WKSP-2

Zumba! Target Age: Teen/Adult Come join the fitness party!! Zumba is the Latin inspired fitness phenomenon!!! Zumba fuses Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves into a dynamic workout. Zumba is a total body workout with toning exercises and fat-burning dance moves for a workout that’s more fun than it is work. Everybody can join in, you do not have to have dance experience, and every class feels like a celebration!!! Instructor: Merlynn Kimmel/Caroline Danko

Time/Day: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 9:15-10:15 A.M. Monday and Wednesday: 6:30-7:30 PMContact instructors for further details. carolinemerlynnzumba@gmail.com Fee: The first class is FREE. After that, there is a $3.00 drop in fee. A 10 class card is available for $30.00. A 20 class card is available for $60.00. These can be purchased from the instructor at the class, advanced registration is not necessary. Just show up and join in.

**Depending on demand we may change our schedule. For the first visit it is advisable to contact the instructors to confirm class schedule.

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Naomi’s Music TogetherTarget age: 0 to 5 years old.Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music program. Children will participate with their parents or caregiver.Come experience the Joy of Family Music!

Instructor: Naomi BodineTime/Day:9:30-10:15 and 10:30-11:15 am, FridaysStarting at January 9th for 10 weeksFor more info and registrations, go to www.naomismusictogether.com

Dance Basics WorkshopTarget ages 5-7Building on the basic elements of dance (time, dynamics, space, body), students will explore their own movement in class structures that begin to expand on each of these elements. Teacher lead activities that include axial and locomotor movement will introduce dance vocabulary and concepts at an age appropriate level to prepare students for future participation in any type of structured dance class.

Girls: Stretchable clothes and hair pulled backBoys: Solid color T-shirt and shorts or play pants. Footwear: Bare feet.Instructor: Katie WilliamsDates/Times: March 23rd-March 27th 9:30 -10:15amEarly Registration Fee: $15 | Fee: $20 Program: Dance WKSP-1

Movement Playshop!Target Age: 7-12This intensive introduces and builds a foundation for a variety of different movement styles in a creative and fun environment. Styles introduced:

• Lyrical Ballet• Contemporary Dance• Dance Composition/Improvisation• Kids’ Yoga• Musical Theatre• Jazz Dance

Stretchable clothes and hair pulled backInstructor: Katie WilliamsDates/Times: March 23rd, 24th and 25th 10:30 - 11:30amEarly Registration Fee: $30 | Fee: $40Program: Dance WKSP-2

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Balancing Arts Yoga and Well Being Studio

A place. A space.  A community. Balancing Arts Studio-dedicated to holistic well being through the art of yoga and other well being practices.

Yoga. Somatics. Yoga Nidra. Reiki.Private Thai Yoga.Meditation. Private and Group Offerings. Workshops. Well Being Store. And More.

Located in the Arts Mill Gallery, 1300, 14th Ave. Grafton Wi 53024

Classes are held in our third floor studio. Group classes: Visit www.balancingartsstudio.com for class times and prices. Schedule is updated monthly. Please check back frequently and email Sheri to receive the monthly newsletter. Privates: To schedule a private session or if you have any questions, please

contact Sheri: Sheri@Balancingartstudio.com

Our classic class- Yoganic Arts (offering both private and group)This practice is designed to unify the body, mind and spirit by building strength, balance and flexibility on a new level; toning the body, focusing the mind, nurturing creativity, and recharging the spirit. Letting go of definitions and expectations of a certain style of yoga, our classes are organic, giving you the freedom to have new experiences each time you come to the mat, while embracing the many aspects of your Self. Breathe, discover and express what yoga means to you on your path of living your light. I will teach from and integrate into class, my experiences and studies in: somatics, hatha, yin yoga, nada, (sound) yoga, nidra yoga, thai yoga, reiki, eastern tradition, modern scientific research, and nature. All experience levels are welcomed and honored as modifications will be presented. Students are guided to practice mindfully and within his/her capacity. “To perform every action artfully is yoga.“ Swami Kripalu.

Balancing Arts’ mission includes serving our community and beyond.

A portion of all profits support non profits.

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Soma-Nidra-Nada-Meditation ClassA way to “work in” vs. work out.Join others who want to develop or advance a meditation practice in this group setting. We’ll begin with somatics, a gentle form of yoga done primarily in a reclined position that promotes sensory awareness and freedom of movement and prepares the Self for further inner work. We’ll then experience Yoga Nidra, an ancient practice from the yoga tradition. Yoga Nidra, or “yogic sleep,” is an effortless state of being, experienced in a reclined position, that invites complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation. With its many profound benefits, we will use it to further deepen our practice. Class will include Nada yoga, using crystal singing bowls, gong baths and other sound/music designed to unify. Seated breathing exercises and an extended session of meditation conclude the class.This class is designed for those interested in developing their creativity, personal insights, unification in mind body and breath, and spiritual transformation.

Somatics (offering both private and group) “Somatics is a holistic and interdisciplinary approach that connects body sciences, and movement to help each person understand more about his or her body/mind and move toward greater integration.” This gentle movement modality, focused on releasing habitual muscle contraction, is designed to foster an internal sensory awareness to re-educate the body, releasing tension and promoting freedom of movement.

Nada Yoga This private or semi-private session is based on the science and art of inner transformation through tone and sound. Designed to unify through sound, a variety of techniques, instruments and music are used including: gong baths, crystal singing bowls, sound therapy music, tuning forks, etc.

Teen Yoga (not currently offered-if you have a small group of teens interested, call to schedule your own session) Focusing on developing flexibility, strength and balance, this class is perfect for all teens, especially those participating in a sport or those interested in relieving stress and gaining flexibility. In a down to earth atmosphere, we’ll move through asanas, breathe, focus, balance, relax and have fun.

Private Reiki Sessions Reiki is a stress reduction and relaxation technique from Japan that can also promote healing. It is based on the idea that an unseen “life force energy” flows through us through a “laying of the hands.” Reiki treats the whole person leaving them feeling relaxed, peaceful, secure and with a feeling of well being. $55 per session

Private Thai Yoga Thai Yoga is a dynamic bodywork therapy based on yoga and Ayurveda that was born in the temples of Thailand. The practitioner guides the recipient through a series of yoga postures while palming and thumbing along the body’s energy lines and pressure

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points. Together these actions result in a comprehensive full body treatment that relieves muscular tension, improves circulation, boosts the immune system and balances the body energetically. Thai yoga is performed on a comfortable thick cushion on the floor. Both client and practitioner are dressed in comfortable clothing allowing ease of movement. $55 per session

Group Thai-Yoga ClassExperience this special form of yoga that infuses restorative yoga poses and breathing with Thai yoga techniques. Designed to improve posture, flexibility, digestion and circulation, this restorative class will reduce both physical and emotional tension while working to remove blocked energy and provide a new found freedom in mind, body and breath. With the benefit of two qualified instructors during one class, you will move into asanas and then receive hands-on adjustments that feel as relaxing as a massage. Craniosacral and Reiki therapies will be offered during the class to give you the feeling of complete relaxation. Instructors: Julie Prochnow (Cyga Grafton,) and Sheri Bestor (Balancing Arts Studio)

Firefly Yoga(not currently offered-if you have a small group of teens interested, call to schedule your own session) This Preschool Parent Yoga class is a wonderful way to spend quality time with your child. We will joyfully explore the art of yoga through story, music, and movement. Nurturing mind, body and the creative spirit, the young and young at heart will enjoy these special moments together.

LIVE YOUR LIGHT CLASS! This Yoga Class is designed for you to receive and give at the same time. Enjoy the hour of practice, knowing your full class tuition for that class is being donated to a selected cause. Do you have a non-profit organization whose mission is close to your heart? Submit your request to the studio, and if selected, invite your friends to the special class (open to the public) that will be designed to support the mission, through collective meditation, inspiration and the donation of the tuitions paid for that class. Become a part of this class and LIVE YOUR LIGHT! This class is held once per month.

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More reasons to Smile this coming holiday season!Now when you make purchases on Amazon, you can make a donation to NSAA with no

cost to you. Simply pick North Shore Academy of the Arts as your charitable organization every time you purchase and Amazon Smile eligible product, and a percentage of that

purchase will be donated to NSAA in order to help enrich our programs.Contact NSAA at 262-377-3514 or e-mail us at

info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org if you have questions.

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Sheri Bestor is the Founder and President of North Shore Academy of the Arts, inc. She directs and produces musicals for Stagekids, teaches classes, and is the co-founder of the Arts Mill. Sheri is an author, having published four books to date and has sold work to national and local magazines. Her most recent book, “Substance Abuse, the Ultimate Teen Guide” was one of the inspirations for the “CreaTeen For Life” program launched at NSAA in the fall of 2012. She is also published with, “Yoga International.” Sheri is a certified yoga instructor, owning and operating Balancing Arts Yoga and Well Being Studio which works in cooperation with NSAA and is located in The Arts Mill. There she teaches somatics-hatha style group and private yoga, meditation, breathing and other well being workshops and private sessions. Sheri is a Reiki Master and Level 1 Thai Yoga Practitioner. Sheri’s educational background includes a BS degree in Education and a Minor in English from the University of Wisconsin Madison. She has also earned a MA degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She is an experienced educator, having taught in a variety of positions including as an elementary educator in the Cedarburg School District. As an artist herself, she enjoys writing, practicing yoga, painting, playing the piano, and creating jewelry for her line called Moon Tide Designs.

Whitnie Bestor has grown up through Stagekids, having performed in well over fourteen musical productions. Her background includes dance, music, acting, piano and modeling. She’s an experienced instructor, having directed at NSAA and worked at Pigments. She is currently earning her degree in Education.

Naomi Bodine has taught Music Together® since 2001. She has been providing Music Therapy services to children with special needs, adults with developmental disabilities and the elderly. She has taught piano in private lessons. She plays piano, harp and guitar. The Center for Music and

Young Children in Princeton, NJ awarded Music Together Certification Level 1 status to Naomi for outstanding achievement in teaching, musicianship, program philosophy and parent education. She has a in B.A. Music Therapy University of Kansas, Music Together Certification Level 1, Board Certified Music Therapist and Wisconsin Registered Music Therapist

Dan Broderick holds a BS from UW-Milwaukee and has 15 years of full-time teaching experience. He teaches 30+ students each year, totaling over 20,000 lessons since 1996. Dan instructs students on drum set, snare drum, parade drums and mallets. He teaches students as young as age 5 or 6 with a parent present, otherwise ages 7 and up. He describes himself as being a relaxed teacher who emphasizes reading to develop skills in listening, coordination and performance. In addition to teaching, Dan has more than 32 years of playing experience, including performances, tours and recordings.

Caroline Danko is a certified Zumba instructor and ZIN member. Even though she is not a dancer by profession, music and dance has been an important part of her life. Being born in Santiago, Chile, she was surrounded by the Latin rhythms that inspire Zumba Fitness. Caroline’s background is in Business, holding a Master in Business Administration with concentration on Information Systems from University of Nebraska at Kearney.

Paula DeStefanis is the Program Director of North Shore Academy of the Arts, inc. where she also teaches both adult and youth visual art classes, and is the co-founder of the Arts Mill. Paula graduated in Illustration and Graphic Design at MIAD with graduate course work with the Museum School in Boston. She has taught as the Milwaukee Art Museum, West Bend Art Museum, MIAD and the Wustum Art Museum. She has held many artistic positions such as gallery director, window designer, muralist and

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graphic designer. Paula exhibits regularly at galleries nationally and participates in juried art fairs. In 2012 she was the recipient of a Mary Nohl Suitcase Award. With those funds she was able to travel to New York and exhibit her art at the international art show, Parallax in SOHO. In 2012 she exhibited in London, fulfilling a lifetime dream to bring her art abroad. She has her own studio called Paula’s Palette where she works on her mixed media paintings and wearable art. In 2010 she was elected to a 4-year appointment to the Village of Grafton Arts Board. She has served on the MIAD Alumni Council since 2011. Paula envisions herself as an art advocate for artists of all degrees. You can view her art at: www.paulaspalette.me, www.etsy.com/shop/PaulaPalette.

Susan Kamholz has trained at variety of schools including the Chicago Art Institute, The Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies of St. Peters College, Oxford University. She has found NSAA to be a perfect haven to not only perfect certain elements of her own craft but an opportunity to share her experiences through teaching.

Meredith Kane Shimp is the artist behind “Junk Rethunk”, up-cycled art works. Meredith creates stunning pieces of art using found objects such as recycled bottles, bottle caps, wine corks, light bulbs and random salvaged materials. She loves painting and doing glass and metal clay work. She has been a member of the Arts Mill since its inception in 2011, and began teaching children’s art classes at North Shore Academy of the Arts in the summer of 2013. She is so grateful to have unwavering love and support from my husband, son and two daughters. Their tolerance of art supplies constantly scattered throughout the house is appreciated; their critiques, and invaluable support.

Merlynn Kimmel earned a Masters of Fine Arts in Dance from the University of Wisconsin. She received a BA in Education-Dance and is certified to teach dance to kindergarten through 12th grade. She has taught, choreographed and performed

pieces at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Concordia College-Mequon, and a variety of dance studios. She taught and competed professionally in Ballroom and Latin Dance throughout the Midwest. Merlynn is also a certified Zumba instructor and ZIN member. She has taught Zumba at North Shore Academy of the Arts since 2010. She feels Zumba has enabled her to reach many people who would not otherwise participate in dance.

Debbie Knuth has a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and is a state certified teacher for the elementary grades. She taught 4th and 5th grade in the Cedarburg School District for several years. She has been directing the NSAA Stagekid’s musicals for the past 9 years and has been the Associate Producer for NSAA’s musicals.

Angie Mack Reilly has worked in the performing arts industry in almost every capacity for about 18 years. Nine of those years have been with NSAA. She has extensive experience in mentoring and developing leaders in the performing arts industry. Her private students have landed lead roles at First Stage, The Fireside Theatre, The Schauer Center, The Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, North Shore Academy of the Arts and more. They have won awards, contests and recorded albums. As an actress, she has premiered as Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Golde in Fiddler on the Roof, Motormouth Maybelle in Hairspray, John the Baptist in Godspell, Mrs. Which in A Wrinkle in Time and Carol in the Leaving Eden Drama Series. She is available for private lessons in voice, musical theater, beginning piano notation, acting, beginning percussion notation, improvisation, piano theory, songwriting and beginning guitar. In the daytime, she works as a marketing consultant with the company Marcus Promotions/Footlights Inc. who partners with 140 arts venues in the midwest. She can be reached at amack@footlights.com

Tom Robinson has more than 30 years of experience performing, writing, and studying various styles of music, including Fingerstyle guitar, Jazz, Classical, Blues, and

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Rock/Popular music. Tom has more than 20 years of experience teaching music to students of all ages and skill levels. Tom holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a major in Guitar Performance from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. As a instrumentalist and composer, Tom specializes in the following aspects of guitar and bass guitar instruction: performance, composition, improvisation, and applied music theory.

Kari Slater is a Cedarburg artist who specializes in various mediums, her favorite being calligraphy. She works with many local schools and organizations where she enjoys sharing her passion for the visual arts with children and adults. Her enthusiastic teaching style shows that she is a big believer in introducing young students to art materials they may never have an opportunity to experiment with. She has been with NSAA for 12 years.

Dr. Stanislava Varshavski finished her DMA degree at UW-Madison where she also worked as a Teaching Assistant for the Collaborative Piano Program. Her previous degrees include BM and MM degrees with Highest Distinction from the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance, as well as Graduate Performance Diploma with Highest Distinction from the Longy School of Music. In addition to her solo performance career she also is a member of the Varshavski-Shapiro Piano Duo, a professional piano duo that has won numerous competitions worldwide. She have appeared in many recitals and festivals across three continents. She also had the honor to appear with a number of well-known orchestras, such as the Radio Orchestra in Munich, Israel Chamber Orchestra, Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Novosibirsk Philharmonic Orchestra, Moravian Chamber Orchestra and “New World” Symphony Orchestra of Miami.

Rob Wessel studied guitar at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music for 9 years, in classes and lessons taught by the likes of David Hazeltine, Michael Sullivan, John Foshager, and Don Linke. At the National Guitar

Workshop, Rob has studied guitar with Mike Keneally, Terry Syrek, Matt Smith, Harry Jacobson and other gifted teachers. Rob has been playing in local bands since the 80′s, as well as writing and recording music in his studio. Rob is an experienced guitar and bass instructor who has taught students in styles ranging from rock and metal to blues and folk as well as a recording and mix engineer for a number of local releases.

Katie Williams began her dancing pursuit at the Trinity Academy of Irish Dance in Milwaukee, WI. After touring and competing with Trinity’s Company, her interests shifted to studying modern and other forms of dance at the Dance Academy in Grafton, WI. While attending Divine Savior Holy Angels High School, she was a substitute dance teacher at the Dance Academy. Last summer, she was an overnight camp counselor in Lake Como, PA where she taught everything from jazz, ballet, and modern to Irish, tap, and musical theatre. Currently, she is junior pursuing a BFA in Dance at the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana.

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Calendar of Events and Save the Dates

NSAA and the Arts Mill An Artful Evening at The Arts Mill

Showcasing the talents of our studentsDecember 4 | 6:30-8pm

Jingle BallDec 6 | 5:30-11PM

Small Works Great Wonders December 6 | December 27

Opening Reception Saturday December 6 5:30 -11PM

A Winter Soltice – Quilt & Art Show January 2-30, 2015 | Opening 6:30-9pm Jan 2nd

The 24 hour ShowJanuary 31, 2015 | 6:30 - 9pm

Show Opening and Auction

The Art of RomanceFebruary 13, 2015 | 7-11pm

League of Milwaukee ArtistsFebruary 20 - April 3, 2015

Wauwatosa Artist’s Workshop April 8 - May 29

Cedarburg High School12 x 12 Show

May 8, 2015 | 6-9pm

WRAPMay 31- July13, 2015

Reception: Friday, June 12, 2015, 6-8 pm | Workshop: Saturday, July 13, 2015, 9:30 am-2:30 pm

NSAA Annual Spring Golf OutingMore details on the web site

Shrek at Cedarburg Performing Arts CenterJanuary 16 | 7pm & 17 | 1pm and 7pm

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The Midwest Fiber Arts TrailThe Arts Mill is excited to announce that it has been designated as a stop on the

Cedarburg Leg of the Midwest Fiber Arts Trail.

The Midwest Fiber Arts Trail is an online resource where fiber enthusiasts can connect with fiber artists and businesses, can learn about events and activities throughout the Midwest, and find lots of useful information. A number of artists in the co-op and the boutique concentrate

in fiber arts. Visit the Arts Mill to see quilts, wearable art, handwoven items and basketry.

And check out www.midwestfiberartstrails.org to learn more, and see the other local sites on the Fiber Arts Trail.

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Become an affiliate.Introducing North Shore Academy of the Arts, +At the core of NSAA is a collaborative community of professionals that offers a complete array of creative services, products, entertainment, and experiences.As the hub of outsourcing creative goods and services, we act as your liaison, connecting you with creative space, other artists, and to those who seek your talents.With two facilities, abundant with creative work space and creative energy, the possibilities for you are limitless.As an affiliate, you could be involved on three levels:• Contractor: Join NSAA’s team of qualified instructors.• Open Creative Space-A creative work or studio environment, no lease, hourly options.• Studio Rental- rent at one of our two facilities (currently available: art studios, dance

studio, office/private lesson space, ceramics studio). Non-shared space/longer term.

The Arts Mill Gallery & Boutique is situated in the historic Grafton Mill and houses more than fourteen artists’ studios. These working studios (located on the 2nd floor) are nestled around a central boutique which features a variety of unique items from local and regional artists.

We are open for events and private parties on our beautifully renovated 3rd floor. For more information on leasing studio space, displaying your merchandise in our boutique or renting our room for your next party, please contact Paula DeStefanis at paulac@northshoreacademyofthearts.org.

We are a part of North Shore Academy of the Arts, a non-profit organization (located in Grafton, WI) offering programming in the visual, literary and performing arts.

Mission StatementNorth Shore Academy of the Arts, Inc. (NSAA) is a not-for-profit company dedicated to offering high caliber opportunities in the performing, visual, and literary arts to all ages. It is designed to encourage, inspire and promote creativity while fostering a cultural appreciation of the arts in our communities. NSAA promotes a sense of self worth, responsibility, and strength of character while providing individuals and families the means to recognize and develop talents, interests, assets, and aspirations. Beyond the arts, NSAA strives to build healthy communities through the development of positive values and a commitment that will be evident across all cultural and socio-economic groups.

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You can now register online at www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org

Registration

Name oN the card:

accouNt #: 3 digit security code exp. date:

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I grant NSAA permission to photograph & publish my child’s/children’s photos in any manner selected for promotional purposes of its educational functions.

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CAll AheAd for WAlk-IN regIStrAtIoN (hourS mAy vAry), or uSe our CoNveNIeNt froNt door drop-Box!oN-goINg mAIl-IN or oN-lINe regIStrAtIoN – ACCeptINg CredIt CArd pAymeNtS. NSAA WIll SeNd A CoNfIrmAtIoN oNly If A regIStrANt INCludeS A Self-AddreSSed StAmped eNvelope WheN regISterINg By mAIl or drop Box. you WIll Be CoNtACted By phoNe or emAIl If your ClASSeS Are CANCelled. If you Are Not NotIfIed, ASSume your ClASS WIll ruN AS SCheduled.

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1. register online at www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org or detach registration form and mail, along with payment, to: NSAA Registration, 1111 Broad Street Grafton, WI 530242. you will be notified no later than one week prior to the date of the first class if the class has been filled or canceled.3. If by that time you have not heard from us via phone message or e-mail please assume you and/or your child is/are registered.4. Should a class not run, you will receive a full refund.5. Cancellations_ due to weather, if grafton School is Closed, we are closed. teacher Illness: you will be contacted by e-mail and/or phone. please let us know which one you prefer. 6. refunds won’t be offered after 1st week of classes. If family is reimbursed, will be for the whole amount except processing fees ( $10

per class cancelled) .refund/transfer policy not applicable for Stagekids productions opportunities. 7. All gift Certificates expire one year from the time of purchase. No refunds.8. A $10.00 cancellation fee will be charged for students who drop from a class.9. All gift Certicates expire one year from the time of purchase. No refunds.10. In order to achieve NSAA’s goals of providing you with the best educational services, please let us know in advance if special accom-modations are necessary for your child.

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