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 https://www.mainegeneral.org/about-us/community-health/harm-reduction/

Are you frustrated by our confusing and complex world of news and information? Are you concerned about “bias” in the news media, as well as online misinformation/disinformation and the effects it has on our society? Explore these critical topics in a nonpartisan manner from a “news literacy” perspective and discover some useful skills from the world of news and information literacy that will help you better navigate this challenging world. Find out how some of the basic principles of news literacy education can promote more understanding and better communication in a polarized society. (Attendance is recommended but not required for all six sessions. An overview of “news and information literacy,” as well as an introduction to the rest of the course, will be provided in the Tuesday, April 8th session!)

Tuesdays: April 8, 29; May 6, 13, 20, 27 (All 6-8 pm)

Release stress, restore your range of motion and renew your ability to move better! Discover dynamic stretches to help improve joint flexibility along with resistance and conditioning exercises that can help you build strength. 

Please bring a yoga mat, water and wear comfortable clothing, You can drop in for $10!

6-30-7:30pm/$40 6wk session/$10 drop-in

SESSION 1: FEB 25-APR 1

SESSION 2: APR 8-MAY 20

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time. In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. This class includes an online book and followup video lessons to help you continue your practices and study on your own. An optional, periodic online questionand answer session is also included in addition to a recording of the class

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you yearsof musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crashcourse will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favoritesongs right away. Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able tosit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all. And sincethe class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be ableto continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online questionand answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 13+.

Topics include:
• How chords work in a song
• How to form the three main types of chords
• How to tune your guitar
• Basic strumming patterns
• How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid)
• How to play along with simple tunes

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Registration fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+.

Chords Are Key - Using the Chord Method  By Craig Coffman

Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout The United States, Kenya, South Africa Arizona and the Philippines. He has a degree in Sociology from Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.  

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People - ZOOM - 2 1/2 hour class 

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time?  In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it.  This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away.  Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all.   And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own.  An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included.   A recording of the class is included as well.  Class limited to 15 students.   

Topics include:

How chords work in a song

How to form the three main types of chords

How to tune your guitar

Basic strumming patterns

How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid)

How to play along with simple tunes

Instructor: Craig Coffman Date: Tuesday, April 8 – 6:30pm-9:30pm

Cost: $69 (includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons)

Rolf Method Practitioner, Rebecca Riley will demonstrate how to treat your own forearms, hands, and carpal tunnels. These techniques help with soreness, pain, joint restriction, and nerve compression. Properly practiced, these methods will improve your arm/hand strength and function.