Continuing Education Programs
Each year, Summer in the Country and Autumn in the Country programs offers informal non-credit courses at the farm. For more information about non-credit and off-campus studies, please contact Lorraine Nelson at 216.368.2090.
SUMMER IN THE COUNTRY 2012 COURSES
WRITING CREATIVE NONFICTION
Nonfiction encompasses a wide range of possibilities from how-to pieces to memoir. We will use the book Showing & Telling (Learn How to Show & When to Tell) by Laurie Albers. Books available for purchase at the first session. Participants give and receive supportive feedback. Newcomers welcome.
FACULTY: LINDA TUTHILL, Off-Campus Studies Leader-Teacher, published poet
TUESDAYS: May 8 – June 19 (7 sessions) OR
WEDNESDAYS: May 9 – June 20 (7 sessions)
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
FEE: $80
PLACE: Kutina Classroom
POETRY WORKSHOP
Poetry serves as a "temple for the ear," to quote Seamus Heaney. We build temples made of words and listen to their music, learning to hear ourselves in new ways. Bring 15 copies of a poem to the first session. The group offers constructive feedback.
FACULTY: LINDA TUTHILL, Off-Campus Studies Leader-Teacher, published poet
THURSDAYS: May 10 – June 21 (7 sessions)
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
FEE: $80
PLACE: The Pink Pig
JOURNAL WRITING
WHAT MATTERS?
What has weight and meaning? What holds our attention, takes up our time, determines our priorities? Using quotes, questions, and daily journal writing, we’ll consider how what matters shapes our lives.
FACULTY: JENNY CLARK
WEDNESDAYS: May 9 – June 20 (7 sessions) OR
THURSDAYS: May 10 – June 21 (7 sessions)
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
FEE: $80
PLACE: The Pink Pig
BIRDS AND BREAKFAST
Explore the bluebird trail, watch busy bobolinks, or be rewarded with a rare sighting of Henslow’s Sparrow. May and June are busy months for birds. Migrants arrive and some continue their journeys northward. Others, along with permanent residents, establish and actively defend their territories and carry out reproductive activities. Come and learn to recognize the many species of birds on the basis of appearance, song, and behavior in the meadows and woodlands of Squire Valleevue Farm. No prior birding experience is necessary. Binoculars and field guides are recommended. A continental breakfast will be available at the Pink Pig following each morning’s activities. 
FACULTY: TIMOTHY O. MATSON, Ph.D., Curator of Vertebrate Zoology, Cleveland Museum of Natural History
FRIDAYS: May 4 – June 15 (6 sessions) No Class May 18
6:30 - 8:30 a.m.; breakfast 8:30-9:00 a.m.
FEE: $75
PLACE: Meet in the Greenhouse parking lot
WALKING THROUGH NATURE
This field seminar provides a close look at the plants, wildlife, and geology of Squire Valleevue Farm. Our discovery of the natural riches of this area will be by foot travel. On field trips into the forest and meadows we will observe and discuss habitats and their inhabitants – mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, insects, trees, shrubs, flowers, ferns, and fungi. No strenuous hiking will be involved, but participants should be able to maintain an active pace over generally moderate but occasionally hilly or wet terrain.
FACULTY: JAY ABERCROMBIE, Ph.D., entomologist, Off-Campus Studies Leader-Teacher
WEDNESDAYS: June 6, 13, and 20 (3 sessions)
10:00 a.m. – noon
FEE: $45
PLACE: Meet in the Greenhouse parking lot
THE HISTORY OF SQUIRE VALLEEVUE AND VALLEY RIDGE FARMS
The Case Western Reserve University Farm, home of the “Summer in the Country” program, is a 389 acre property that includes within its boundaries forests, ravines, waterfalls, meadows, ponds and historical structures, and several miles of roads and trails. The Farm came to the University as the result of three gifts, all made with the intent that “the Premises...be preserved in an open and undeveloped state subject to reasonable provisions for access...and the Premises may be used for investigation, research, and teaching in all fields relating to the natural sciences and the ecology of natural systems.” Come and learn more about the Farm history. Visit the Farm historical buildings and enjoy a hike around the Farm outdoors.
FACULTY: ANA B. LOCCI, Ph.D., University Farms Director
FRIDAYS: June 8, 15, 22 and 29 (4 sessions)
10:00 a.m. – noon
FEE: $50
PLACE: Kutina Classroom
PAINTING IN THE OUTDOORS
In this course we will explore painting in the outdoors using watercolor or the medium of your choice. Subjects will be found in the beautiful environs of Squire Valleevue and Valley Ridge Farms. Students of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome. Each student will be instructed individually and work at his/her own pace. Bring a bag lunch. Beverage will be provided.
FACULTY: PATRICIA SIGMIER, BFA, watercolor instructor, art show exhibitor
THURSDAYS AND FRIDAYS: June 7 through June 29 (8 sessions)
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
FEE: $160
PLACE: The Sheep Barn
Classes may be canceled if enrollment is insufficient.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CALL LORRAINE NELSON at 216-368-2090
TO REGISTER BY MAIL
Fill in registration form below.
Enclose check made payable to: CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY MAIL TO: Office of Continuing Education 329 BioEnterprise Bldg. Case Western Reserve University 10900 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44106-7116
Classes may be cancelled if enrollment is insufficient.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE All registrations must be received five days prior to the first session of each class. Name_________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ City, State______________________________________________________________ Zip_____________________________ Telephone_____________________________
I wish to enroll in:
___ $80 WRITING NONFICTION (Tuesdays____ Wednesdays ___)
___ $80 POETRY $80 JOURNAL WRITING (Wednesdays____ Thursdays ___)
___ $75 BIRDS AND BREAKFAST
___ $45 WALKING THROUGH NATURE
___ $50 FARM HISTORY
___ $160 PAINTING IN THE OUTDOORS
Total Enclosed ________________________