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Grow Your Own Organic Garden Spring 2025
with Jason Kafka, Piscataquis Valley Adult Education Cooperative

Grow Your Own Organic Garden covers all the basics of organic gardening -- such as supporting soil and plant health, starting seeds indoors and outdoors, interplanting, pest management, watering, and harvesting. Participants will have plenty of time to ask questions and connect with one another about shared experiences in their gardening journeys so far. By the end of this class, participants will be equipped with knowledge of how to grow an organic garden, be connected to resources and community members that will help them grow an organic garden, and feel ready to take the first steps toward doing so. We’ll even send you home with some seeds to start in your own garden! This class is for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike. The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA), formed in 1971, is the oldest and largest state organic organization in the country and is creating a food system that is healthy and fair for all of us. Through education, training and advocacy, MOFGA is helping farmers thrive, making more local, organic food available and building sustainable communities. Learn more at mofga.org.
Register online: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/testorg8/1492101
Flexible and Mobile Class Apr. W25
with Deidre Hutchins, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Do you wake up in the morning with tight/stiff muscles? Do you experience low back pain and decreased mobility in your hips, shoulders, and neck? You know you need to stretch but you're not quite sure what to? If you have answered yes to any of the above, this 45-minute total body stretch class is what you need. It will leave you feeling taller, more limber, and ready to start your day!
Hampden-Aroma Yoga Essentials - *Stimulate the Mind and Senses*
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Aroma Yoga Essentials - *Stimulate the Mind and Senses* In Person 6 Weeks Session 1
“Aromatherapy and yoga are both ancient healing practices that can be used to improve physical, mental, and spiritual health. Aromatherapy is the practice of using essential oils to enhance well-being, while yoga is a practice that focuses on relaxation, deep breathing, and meditation. Together, they can create a holistic experience that can improve your health.” Different aromas and physical postures can have different effects including: good for meditation, relaxing and uplifting, balance the mind and emotions, improve concentration, support immunity, relieve stress and help you sleep, help you feel calm and centered, help with mental rejuvenation, relieve tension in the brain and body.
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Date: Thursdays, April 3, 10, 17, May 1, 8, 15
Time: 5:00 - 6:00pm
Cost: $62 for 6 weeks
Location: Hampden Academy
Hampden-Aroma Yoga Essentials - *Stimulate the Mind and Senses* In Person 6 Weeks Session 2
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Aroma Yoga Essentials - *Stimulate the Mind and Senses* In Person 6 Weeks Session 1
“Aromatherapy and yoga are both ancient healing practices that can be used to improve physical, mental, and spiritual health. Aromatherapy is the practice of using essential oils to enhance well-being, while yoga is a practice that focuses on relaxation, deep breathing, and meditation. Together, they can create a holistic experience that can improve your health.” Different aromas and physical postures can have different effects including: good for meditation, relaxing and uplifting, balance the mind and emotions, improve concentration, support immunity, relieve stress and help you sleep, help you feel calm and centered, help with mental rejuvenation, relieve tension in the brain and body.
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Date: Session 1 - Thursdays, April 3--May 15
Time: 5:00 - 6:00pm
Cost: $62 for 6 weeks
Location: Reeds Brook Middle School (cafeteria)
Hampden-Yogalates Fusion - 6 weeks
with Michelle Spencer - E-RYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher), Mindful Meditation teacher, with training i, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Yogalates Fusion - 6 weeks
Yoga infused Pilates for Core Strength, Flexibility, Meditation, and Breathwork. Strength is important. It allows us to perform all the activities we love for the rest of our lives. By focusing on our core, we can access the muscles that support our bodies. "Studying the practice founded by Joseph Pilates, we look at how to incorporate these movements and exercises into a yoga/Pilates fusion class that will strengthen the body, increase flexibility and improve our balance. Classes can be done with body weight exercises or with light weights if you would like to bring your own. Some exercise bands will be available to use as well.
Instructor: Michelle Spencer
Time: 6:00 - 7:00pm
Dates: Thursdays, April 3, 10, 17, May 1, 8, 15
Cost: $62 for 6 week session
Location: Hampden Academy
Hawaiian Hula Dance Class
with Nirakazi Diliiza, Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education

Aloha! Are you interested in Hawaiian Hula dancing? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn the basics of Hawaiian Hula. Learn about the Hawaiian culture and learn simple choreography to Hawaiian songs. Hula is a great way to connect with Hawai'i, and learn the language, history and culture. Come experience the beauty of Hawaiian Hula dance and experience the Aloha spirit of Hawai'i. All are welcomed! Wear loose clothing and bring a pen and paper for note-taking.
Tai Chi I Session II
with Laurie Huenteo, Gorham Adult Education

In Beginner Tai Chi, students will learn the physical movements of both Qigong and Tai Chi Quan and the philosophy behind the practice. Each class begins with Qigong movements. One must be focused, calm, and present to practice Tai Chi properly. The Qigong helps us get there. We then incorporate some gentle muscle-building and stretching. Strength training and stretching aim to develop the ability to perform postures properly. The last part of each class is dedicated to practicing the Tai Chi postures, eventually putting them together into form. The class is foundational. The study and practice of Tai Chi Quan is a lifelong one. It is a fantastic mental and physical exercise that can be modified for most restrictions or needs. No equipment is required. Wear comfortable clothing. Laurie has been practicing Yang-style Tai Chi & Qigong for 14 years. Tai Chi has become her passion, and she finds it a perfect exercise that encompasses balance, relaxation, focus, strength, stretching, cognitive stimulation, and discipline. It is a gentle, beautiful, meditative form of expression that is also a true martial art with defensive application.
Session II: 7 classes, Thursdays, 4/3-5/22 (no class 4/24), 6:00pm-7:00pm, GMS, $69
Zumba Gold

This 1-hour class welcomes all fitness levels; prior dance experience is NOT required. The idea is to follow along and have so much FUN you don't realize you are getting a great workout. We dance to both popular and Latin music using basic Zumba Rhythms: Salsa, Reggaeton, Merengue, and Cumbia. Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers and bring water. The best part is that there are no wrong moves; it's all about moving. Maureen attended her first Zumba class in 2017 and fell In love. She decided she wanted to share Zumba with others, and in February of 2024, she became a certified teacher.
6 classes, Thursdays, 4/3-5/15 (no class 4/24), 6:00pm-7:00pm, Village Gym, $65