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Yin & Yang Yoga (Apr/In-person)

$55

with Christina Krapf, Ellsworth Adult and Community Education

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Heal the body, mind and spirit with a balancing flow of both gentle and challenging postures.  Get deep into the connective tissue with a restorative stretch, as well as get your heart pumping with an invigorating Vinyasa flow that links breath to movement. The goal is to create a state of peace and wellbeing. Class is suitable for all levels of experience.  This is an in-person class. 

Makeup class, if needed, 05/20/24. 

After a spiritual awakening in the summer of 2011, Christina was drawn to the yoga studio and meditation. She enjoyed each class so much that she kept going back to experience different types of yoga and different teachers. She has learned that relating to the teacher plays such a huge role in whether the class is fulfilling or not.  In 2014, Christina started working and training at CorePower Yoga in San Diego, California where she learned the benefits of Hot Yoga. This inspired her to get certified to teach through the studio, where she received her 200-hour certification in Hot and Vinyasa Flow Yoga. Christina was also introduced to Yinki Yoga, a form of Yin or Restorative Yoga, with the added benefits of Reiki Healing Energy. She was then inspired to study Reiki and received certifications in Levels 1, 2 & 3, as well as Yin Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga. Over the past 12 years she has transformed her practice of yoga into her daily life on and off the mat.  After 20 years of being an all day standing hairdresser and having pain in her physical body, she experienced a huge relief both physically and mentally from her practices. Her passion for yoga has literally changed her life in every way, and she desires to share that with others looking to change theirs and to feel better within their bodies. She is very passionate about health and well-being and would love to share her knowledge and wisdom with you on the mat!

Are you Retirement Ready?

$19

with Tim Harrigan, York Adult Education

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 6 pm

Do you have questions about Medicare? This informative, lively educational event will help you understand the basics of Medicare in relatable, easy-to-understand language. In addition, you will receive useful tips about how to choose a plan best suited to you in time for the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) beginning October 15th. Tim Harrigan is a Senior Benefits Specialist with Harrigan Insurance Services, Inc. He has 25 years' experience in the insurance industry and, as an independent agent, represents all the major Medicare plans in Maine and New Hampshire. Instructors: Tim Harrigan & Andy Trowbridge

Career Planning for Educators

$225

with Jean Pierre Akayezu, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is open only to accepted Education Academy students. This class will expose students to the job search, application, and hiring processes for careers in the US education system. Students will assemble an updated job tool kit including creating a resume and cover letter. Time will be spent explaining the educator certification process through the Maine Department of Education website and students will receive assistance in applying for an appropriate certification. Portland Public Schools staff will visit to provide mock interviews and answer employment opportunities questions. Students will take pro-active steps toward their future in this interactive class.

Please note: This class will be held both in person and online.

Ceramics: High Five Gnome

$15

with Melissa Corbin, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 6 pm

This adorable gnome will capture the hearts of gnome lovers everywhere.  Make him into a holiday gnome or an every day gnome.  No matter how you paint him, he will be absolutely adorable!

Dimensions: 4" x 6-1/2" x 7"

We will be spraying the project with a clear acrylic coating.

CPR, AED, Standard First Aid

$100

with Andrew Eckman, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks

There will be an emphasis on life-threatening conditions and a focus on critical life-saving skills. Decision tables that provide a concise summary of what signs to look for and what treatment steps to take during an emergency. New and updated content on CPR, AED, first aid, epinephrine injectors (Epi-Pen®), hemorrhage control, opioid overdose response (Naloxone/Narcan®), compression-only CPR, and COVID-19. Accepted by most Federal and state regulatory and licensing agencies. MUST ATTEND ALL CLASS SESSIONS.

Will run

Dog Training Basics - MS

$10

with Donna Whitney, Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 5 weeks

This beginner dog training class will give you the confidence and skills for you and your pup -- designed for the young and not so  young! Students work in small groups with several trainers assisting. You will receive a helpful manual and many topics will be covered including the commands taught such as walking on a loose leash, stay and come exercises as well as other techniques. We will also discuss any behavior concerns you may have. All dogs must remain leashed at all times. We cannot enroll any dogs displaying aggression for safety reasons. Upon registration, you will receive forms from the Adult Education office to be completed before the classbegins. Please print, read, sign, and bring the forms to class withyou. Additionally, please bring proof of current vaccinations. There is a $125 material fee (cash or check only) due to the instructor onthe first night of class.

NOTE: The first class, Monday, April 22, will be an Orientation andInformation night for the two-legged family member/s only (nodogs on the first night, please)! The first night’s class time will be 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. After the first class, all following class meetings(April 29, May 6, May 20, & June 6) will meet from 6:00 PM - 7:00PM. There will be no class on May 13 or May 27.Limit 12 dogs. *Only ONE registration & payment is required perdog. Each dog registration includes up to two human companionsin the class (minimum of one human companion required).

Google Suite for the Office
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Google Suite for the Office

$116

with Kyle Hall, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Google Suite for the Office introduces students to Google Apps including but not limited to:

  • Gmail
  • Google Drive
  • Google Docs
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Slides
  • Google Calendar
  • Google Meet

It explores the uses of these Apps and their basic functions which will allow the users to increase their productivity and collaboration. Students in this class will learn how to utilize these cloud computing tools to increase productivity, communication and collaboration at school and in the workplace.

Please note: the first and last day of this class will be in person at Portland Adult Education.

Need assistance paying for this class? We have scholarship money available to those that qualify! Email paeworkforce@portlandadulted.org for the scholarship application.

This class is full and no longer accepting students.

Hampden - Introduction to the Pottery Wheel Session 2

$40

with Melanie Crowe, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Introduction to the Pottery Wheel - Hampden Academy

Melanie Crowe

Satisfy your curiosity about clay! Come get your hands dirty in this fun introduction to throwing clay on the pottery wheel! This 4 session class will provide hands-on instruction covering the fundamentals of throwing clay: centering, opening, pulling up and shaping your pots. You’ll learn about the stages that clay goes through – from wet, to leather-hard, to bone-dry and about the hand-tools used for trimming and creating texture on pots. Please wear casual, loose fitting clothes and closed-toe shoes that can get dirty.

Three Sessions to choose from, each limited to 4 students due to the number of pottery wheels. 

Session 2 : April 22, 24 26 may 1  6-7:30 pm

Course Fee: $40 

Materials fee $25 Please make check payable to rsu 22 Adult Education and bring it to the first class.

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