Augusta Adult and Community Education
Augusta, ME
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in Personal Enrichment at Augusta Adult and Community Education
Family Literacy Parent Engagement: Mood Exploration Day Time vs Night Time May 16, via Google Meet W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
An online meet and greet to hold space for conversations surrounding your students. Topics surround family unit cohesion. Including subjects like the influence of social media, proactive vs reactive planning, dinner conversation starters, etc.
The link to your class will be on your registration receipt.
Create a “Welcome” Bumblebee Deco Mesh Wreath W24
with Amy Harrington, Augusta Adult and Community Education
Amy will supply the materials to make a Stunning “Welcome” Bumblebee deco-mesh wreath and will guide you through the process to create a beautiful 24-inch wreath. We will have an intermission halfway through the three-hour class. Amy will provide snacks and drinks. This class is very relaxed and has a fun atmosphere. A $30 materials fee is due to Amy Harrington at the start of class.
Amy is a mom of four and has been crafting for over 13 years. Amy discovered a passion for wreath-making in 2021 and has been mastering the craft ever since. She enjoys bringing joy to her customers’ homes, warming hearts, and seeing the wonder in her students’ eyes as they say, “I made that!” Amy attends out-of-state workshops and takes classes online from her coaches to stay on top of the up-and-coming trends. She looks forward to sharing her passion with you.
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Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs Volunteer Training W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
This is a five-week course that will provide participants, 16 years and older, with the tools and understanding needed to lead small groups of participants through a day of open-water fishing adventure. We will explore the principles of the Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs campaign and use our knowledge to offer a day of open-water fishing. This course is geared to pair mentors with youth to promote spring and summer, outdoor education and develop a love for life-long learning.
INFORMATIONAL DATE: April 4 from 1:00-3:00 pm.
4 weeks of class held Thursdays, from 6:30-8P
April 25, May 2, May 9, NO May 16, May 23
Practical Assessment on Friday, May 24 from 1-430P at BiCentennial Nature Park, Rte 3, Augusta.
This course will be taught by Kelli M Gilzow Stowell, our certified Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs Instructor, Certified Educational Trip Leader for Augusta Adult and Community Education AACE Program Coordinator, Augusta Parks and Recreation Outdoor Educator, and Certified American Red Cross Instructor.
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Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs Open-Water Fishing May W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
Join us for a day of open-water fishing! Your participation does not require a fishing license and gear is available for those that may not have their own, FCFS. This is ideal for a whole family experience. Learn how to move about safely on the fishing hole, how to cast, bait your own hook, and lots more about how to enjoy the great outdoors. This event is held at BiCentennial Nature Park. No alcohol permitted.
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MaineGeneral's Harm Reduction Program June W24
with Lauren Hunt, MSPH, Augusta Adult and Community Education
MaineGeneral's Harm Reduction Program leads training and conversation on Overdose Response and Narcan Administration. The presentation will begin by discussing what harm reduction means, and what opioids are, before identifying what an opioid overdose looks like. The training will then discuss steps for responding to an overdose, and close with a conversation about the Good Samaritan Law. Attendees are invited to ask any questions and/or share experiences throughout.
Every attendee will be offered a Narcan kit in addition to educational materials to leave the class with. mainegeneral.org/about-us/community-health/harm-reduction
Family Literacy June: First Time: Dentist W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
Monthly Storytime Adventures are curated to include a copy of the storybook for each child registered. A comprehensive craft to accompany the book, along with a take-home and follow-up for parents/guardians to continue the discussions from our Adventure together. The outdoors, movement, and opportunity for creative outlet are encouraged.
These sessions are ideal for parents/guardians of children birth to 4 years. Parent/Guardian discussions will be monthly to discuss topics of how to integrate literacy into our lives with the assistance of Community Partners.
Maine Driving Dynamics June W24
with Chantel Plummer, Augusta Adult and Community Education
The Maine Driving Dynamics course is a driver improvement course that is designed to improve a student's defensive driving awareness.
This five-hour course includes a discussion of collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challenge drivers on Maine's highways.
Our goal is to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce vehicle-related crashes.
Classes are held at Augusta Adult and Community Education, 22 Armory St., Augusta - You must attend both classes to receive credit. Classes will be on Monday, June 10 & Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 6:00-8:30 pm.
Family Literacy Parent Engagement: Proactive vs Reactive Planning June 13, via Google Meet W24
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education
An online meet and greet to hold space for conversations surrounding your students. Topics surround family unit cohesion. Including subjects like the influence of social media, proactive vs reactive planning, dinner conversation starters, etc.
The link to your class will be on your registration receipt.