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HandBasics Presents: Self-care for Osteoarthritis
with Mary Woodbury, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
If you, or someone you know, suffers from Osteoarthritis pain in the hands, wrists, elbows or shoulders, please join Mary Woodbury, OTR/L CHT for a discussion about self-care and easy-to-perform techniques to ease discomfort in the hands and upper extremities. According to the Arthritis Foundation, 32.5 million adults in America with osteoarthritis woke up in pain today. Come learn about techniques, devices, and splints, to balance daily activities and exercises with pain management. Self-care is conservative care and often the first line of care prescribed by Occupational Therapists.
Pickleball for Intermediates
with Barbara Rondeau, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Focus on play from the kitchen line, when to use defensive shots and when to attack. Work on developing consistency in all elements of your game. Please bring your own paddles. All classes will be held on the Neptune Courts at 74 Neptune Drive at Brunswick Landing. Instructor Barbara Rondeau is a former tennis pro who took up Pickleball 8 years ago and has been teaching ever since. This class includes 5 sessions.
HAPPINESS IS A SKILL VIA ZOOM
with Carole Freeman, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
This live Zoom class is your invitation to explore the science of feeling good—and to practice it in real time. Grounded in research from psychology, neuroscience, and breath work, you’ll learn how happiness isn’t just a mood, but a trainable skill. Through guided exercises, reflection prompts, and interactive discussion, you’ll discover how to catch moments of joy, keep them alive longer, and spread them with intention. Live class on Zoom. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman
POSTURE POWER: STRENGTHEN YOUR BODY FROM THE GROUND UP VIA ZOOM
with Carole Freeman, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
research from psychology, neuroscience, and breath work, you’ll learn how happiness isn’t just a mood, but a trainable skill. Through guided exercises, reflection prompts, and interactive discussion, you’ll discover how to catch moments of joy, keep them alive longer, and spread them with intention. Live class on Zoom. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman S1 WEDNESDAYS APR 15-MAY 6 10:00 – 11:00 AM S2 WEDNESDAYS APR 15-MAY 6 5:00 – 6:00 PM COST PER SESSION $25 THE BALANCE BLUEPRINT: CORE STRENGTH MEETS STABILITY VIA ZOOM Unlock the secrets to better balance in this dynamic workshop that connects the mind and body. You’ll learn about the brain's role in stability, techniques to develop better balance, and the essential connection between core strength and control. Perfect for all ages, this class is ideal for anyone seeking improved coordination, injury prevention, or confidence in movement. Offered live on Zoom, 1 hour class for 3 weeks. You will receive a Zoom link the day before class. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman S1 WEDNESDAYS MAR 4-25 10:00 – 11:00 AM S2 WEDNESDAYS MAR 4-25 5:00 – 6:00 PM COST PER SESSION $35 POSTURE POWER: STRENGTHEN YOUR BODY FROM THE GROUND UP VIA ZOOM Poor posture can wreak havoc on your breathing, energy, and overall well-being. In this workshop, you’ll learn simple correction techniques for common postural imbalances, including Upper Cross Syndrome (tight chest, weak upper back) and Lower Cross Syndrome (hip tightness, weak lower back). By focusing on breathing and alignment, you’ll feel taller, stronger, and more energized. You will receive a Zoom link the day before class. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman
Silver Jewelry Making
with Penny Hartwell, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Working with Silver Clay is an exciting process where the inexperienced can explore their artistic abilities and create unique one of a kind items. Come join this exciting class where beginners can easily learn to create earrings, pendants, charms, beads, bracelets, and rings. Experience a new creative adventure and learn how easy and fun it is to make beautiful items from Precious Metal Clay (PMC) or Art Clay Silver (ACS). Materials fee of $80 is payable to the instructor on the first night of class. *No Class: 4/23.
Embroider Your Wardrobe
with Elizabeth Schrider, Massabesic Adult and Community Education
Bring a piece of clothing and let’s add some embroidery to it! This will add a unique flair to any outfit. Elizabeth will have all of the materials to help you create a design on your clothing. Materials fee payable to instructor: $5
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House Plant Care
with Beth Goody, Noble Adult & Community Education
Have you always wanted to have beautiful plants in your home but don’t have a green thumb? Come and learn about the perfect plants that will thrive in your home. We will also discuss any problems you may have with existing plants. Beth is a very knowledgeable horticulturist and will answer all of your questions.
*Materials fee of $5.00 payable to the instructor at the start of class.
Invest for Success
with Sarah Blondin, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Is your money working as hard for you as you do for it? Are you confident that your current investment strategy will help you reach your goals? Whether you're brand new to investing or a seasoned investor, join us to learn the power of compounding interest, managing risk, and strategically investing to reach your goals!