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Wildflower Walk at Fuller Farm Preserve
with Amy Witt, Horticulturist, Scarborough Adult Education
Are you curious to learn more about the wildflowers and trees that make their home in the Maine woods? Come and meet the native wildflowers and trees along the trail at Scarborough's Fuller Farm Preserve. Our walk will incorporate plant folklore, identification, and the gifts that each plant has to share. Your instructor, Amy, is passionate about nature, plants, and all things connected to Mother Nature. She is a Naturalist, Horticulturist, and the Director of Earth Walkers.
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
with Morgan Gregoire, Kennebec Neighbors Adult Education Winthrop Site
The 2021 Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED blended learning course equips students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults children and infants. It is designed for students who need a certification that satisfies OSHA workplace or other regulatory requirements. This class is taught in a blended learning format and the online portion (accessed via mobile desktop or tablet) must be completed prior to attending the Instructor-led skills session. Upon successful completion a valid 2 year digital certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED is issued.
Spa In A Basket - Bath Salts (Aromatherapy)
with Nancy Allard Jusseaume, Sanford Community Adult Education
What better way to take care of yourself or a loved one than creating your aromatherapy care package? From bath salts, pillow sprays, bath bombs, and tea blends, there is something for everyone, and these make-and-takes are a great way to create your own spa experience from the comfort of your own home.
Adding bath salts can stimulate circulation, ease muscle cramps, help relieve stiffness in joints, aid with arthritis or back pain, and soothe achy, overworked legs and feet.
Learn how to make your self-care treat.
Materials fee of $8 (CASH) for the instructor to pay for materials.
Materials to bring: a glass measuring cup (at least 2 cups) plus a spatula or spoon for stirring.
This class is individual and is a series of classes for the Bundle Package which saves $20.
Bath Salt $25
Pillow Spray $25
Bath Bomb $25
Citrus Mint Tea Blend $25
What is Your Plan for Long Term Care?
with Kerry Peabody, Kittery Adult Education
Learn what LTC services are, how they work and how much they cost. We will also discuss Medicare & Medicaid, and how they will, or won't, pay for care versus several different ways you can pay privately, with a close look at how long term care insurance works.
Thursday, March 28 or May 16, 6-8 p.m.
Yoga for Fun and YOU! (Thursday)
with Karen Dove, RSU 24 Adult Education
*Space is limited, so please register to reserve your spot in this class.*
Learn to listen to your body for what it wants and needs. Using Kripalu Yoga techniques, learning your own version of postures with modifications as needed. Yoga helps with stress relief; better breathing; increase in strength and flexibility; improved circulation; cardiovascular conditioning; inner peace and more. (All classes will be designed to meet the needs of Beginning yogis and Advanced Beginners practicing yoga). Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothes.
Yoga for Fun and YOU! (Thursday) - Online
with Karen Dove, RSU 24 Adult Education
This class is offered online using Zoom.
Learn to listen to your body for what it wants and needs. Using Kripalu Yoga techniques, learning your own version of postures with modifications as needed. Yoga helps with stress relief; better breathing; increase in strength and flexibility; improved circulation; cardiovascular conditioning; inner peace and more. (All classes will be designed to meet the needs of Beginning yogis and Advanced Beginners practicing yoga). Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothes.
BIKING: GETTING HOME SAFELY
with Local Gear Staff, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
What happens if you get a flat? How do you take off your wheel? What if your chain falls off when you’re out on a ride? What should you do if your brakes are rubbing? Don’t be caught walking your bike home! The Local Gear is offering a class to teach you the skills needed to get home safe from common mishaps on a ride and how to address problems with your bike before they happen. Limit 10 people. Register by emailing Dave at dave@thelocalgear.com or calling (207) 625-9400.
HealthCare Provider Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)
with Diane Frechette, Biddeford Adult Education