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Beginner Martial Arts

$109

with United Fitness

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 29, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 8 weeks

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 Apr 30, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

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.

Zumba-Gardiner

$75

with Sheila Powers

Calendar Current session started Feb 27, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on May 1, 2025

Get ready to dance your way to fitness! Join us for a fun and energetic workout featuring Latin and international rhythms. Led by an enthusiastic instructor, this course offers easy-to-follow moves for all levels, improving cardiovascular health and mood. Don't miss out on the joy of Zumba!

Ladies of Norse Mythology

$15

with Sarah Love

Calendar Next available session starts May 8, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Figures like Thor, Odin, and Loki get a lot of attention, but what about the women in Norse Mythology? In this one-night class you will get an introduction into the women present in the stories and learn about them through their myths.

The Volsung Saga Retelling

$15

with Sarah Love

Calendar Next available session starts May 15, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

We have all heard about the Norse gods like Thor and Odin, but what of their heroes and folklore? In this one-night class you will hear the granddaddy of all the Norse sagas: The Volsung Saga. This story has influenced art and music for hundreds of years, and even had a great influence on Tolkien while he wrote the Lord of the Rings books.





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