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How Money Works

Free

with Sarah Blondin

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 27, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Do you want to eliminate debt? Stop living paycheck to paycheck? Take full control of your finances? Join us to learn how implementing a few simple financial concepts can transform your relationship with your money!

Adult Functional Fitness

$60

with United Fitness

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 28, 2025 at 11 am, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Mar 25, 2025

Bringing our most popular class to Augusta, Chip & Allan will be leading the Older Adult Functional Fitness class every Tuesday & Thursday! Join them to learn how to maintain health, balance, and flexibility without compromise!

Beginner Martial Arts

$109

with United Fitness

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 28, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 8 weeks
1 additional session on Apr 29, 2025

This course is designed to show you, the new student, a look at the martial art of the Japanese and some of the other martial arts that Ryan Shihan has trained in as well. The physical activity level is set at your level so if you have been afraid to do martial arts because of the physical level, then this activity is for you. This course will show you an in-depth look at street self defense without the risk of you being injured. This course will include a uniform as well.

Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms of Maine and the Northeast

$35

with David Spahr

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 12, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Apr 30, 2025

Join self-proclaimed "mushroom Maineiac" David Spahr and get the inside information on the wild mushrooms of the Northeast. Edible and medicinal mushrooms represent an opportunity for sustainably foraging and enjoying healthy, locally sourced food and present a potential for health benefits beyond good nutrition.

This presentation will cover finding, collecting, identifying and preparing the safe and common edible and medicinal mushroom species of Maine, New England, and Eastern Canada. Nature enthusiasts, cooks, foragers, herbalists, and others will enjoy and benefit from David's expertise. Topics will include matching species with appropriate foods, discovering mushrooms that contain unique medicinal properties, and exploring information about dyeing fabrics and paper.

David's book, Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms of New England and Eastern Canada, will be available to purchase.

Beginner Daito Ryu (father Aikido)

$99

with United Fitness

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 30, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks
1 additional session on Apr 10, 2025

Daito-ryu Aiki Jiu Jitsu contains unique and secret techniques taken from the Kai Takeda family to the Aizu clan. The purpose of Daito-ryu is to train the body and mind by repeatedly practicing techniques according to your level of proficiency. The techniques are practical and anyone-young or old, male or female-can take lessons for self-defense or for healthy exercise.
It has directly influenced the development of many popular martial arts, such as Shorinji Kempo, Hakko Ryu Jujutsu, Hapkido, and most famously Aikido, whose founder Morihei Ueshiba trained extensively in Daito Ryu under Takeda Sokaku.

Glass on Glass Mosaics

$90

with Herenya Wilkey

Calendar Next available session starts Feb 4, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 3 weeks
1 additional session on Mar 4, 2025

An intro to the bright and shiny world of glass on glass mosaics. Bring a photo for inspiration or go with the flow for an abstract adventure. Tools will be provided for in-class use. All materials provided.

PLEASE NOTE: There is no class during the week of 2/17-2/21 due to school vacation.

Investing at Retirement

Free

with Sarah Blondin

Calendar Next available session starts Feb 4, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Nearing or entering retirement or just thinking about it? Join us to learn the power of having a customized strategy to make the most of your benefits and assets, identify considerable risks and how to mitigate them to plan for a comfortable, financially secure retirement!

Play the Ukulele-Your Journey Begins Here!

$79

with Duncan Perry

Calendar Next available session starts Feb 5, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks
3 additional sessions through Apr 16, 2025

Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular, and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk, rock, blues, jazz, pop, and country music, tunes old and new--even classical music. Duncan Perry, who has taught more than 1,000 students of all ages, will introduce you to essential chords and playing skills using familiar songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And did you know that playing the uke is not only fun but it's also good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. When folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! What are you waiting for? Grab a uke, sign up, tune up and show up. Let your musical journey begin!





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