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Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention, Extension Movements

$59

with Dennis Fallo, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

AN EMPOWERING PROGRAM GREAT FOR BEGINNERS!

Dr. Paul Lam combines his medical and Tai Chi expertise to create a very therapeutic tool with this short program. It is an easy program that anyone can learn. It was designed to help folks recover from stress, tiredness, injury, surgical procedures, and stroke, while improving balance, focus, and coordination. Self-management is the most empowering way to take control of your health and wellness. This rehabilitation program is a great start!

Come, be safe, have fun, and relax!

Loose, comfortable clothing and flat-bottom shoes suitable for exercise are recommended.

You can learn this program seated or standing.

INSTRUCTOR: Dennis Fallo is a certified instructor through the Tai Chi for Health Institute founded byDr. Paul Lam, M.D.

Full Course

Tai Chi for Beginners - 10 Movements 4.24.24

$59

with Mike Shunney, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 10:30 am, runs for 6 weeks

Through the movements of Tai Chi and relaxed breathing, you will cultivate, store & circulate your internal energy. The movements are non-impact, smooth and practiced very slowly at first. Western research has shown improvements in heart, bone and muscle strength, as well as large reductions in the effects of stress, and an improvement in overall balance, with regular practice. This is the 20th continuous year of Tai Chi classes through the Five Town Adult Education program!

Wheel Pottery NOON Class (April 24-May 29)

$45

with Patricia Hayes, MSAD #37 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Class for wheel pottery involves learning about the basics of clay and forming on the pottery wheel. Beginners start with centering and forming and by the end of the six-week class can make small bowls or cups and have completed at least 7-8 items which they have been glazed and fired. There is an additional $20 material fee due to the instructor the first night of class. Limited to 6 participants during each session.

Full Course

Homeowner Insurance: More Than Just Your Home

Free

with Brian Arsenault, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 3 pm

Ever wonder what your homeowner’s insurance policy covers?  In this seminar, we look at the standard homeowner, condominium, and renters’ insurance coverages as well as some of the additional/optional coverages that are available in today’s insurance market.

QIGONG - Mindful Movement with Natural Breathing 4.24.24

$59

with Mike Shunney, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 3 pm, runs for 6 weeks
These ancient Qigong practices have improved the health of millions of people over millennia. The air that we breathe is our most important source of nourishment. There is a mountain of research in western medicine confirming the value of a regular practice of improved breathing for many health conditions, and even more benefits in combination with these movements. Ba Duan Jin, Swimming Dragon & Wu Ming Qigongs will be introduced.

American Heart Association First Aid

$45

with Charissa Kerr, Gray-New Gloucester Adult Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 4 pm

This course covers bleeding that you can see and bleeding you cannot see; treating for shock, and how and when to call emergency services. A certification from the American Heart Association will be presented at course completion. Workbooks are not included with this class but can be purchased in advance for $10. This workbook covers CPR and First Aid. Please indicate on registration form if you want to purchase.

Beginning Drawing

$35

with Sandi Cirillo, RSU 25 Adult and Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 4 pm

If you've ever wanted to try your hand at drawing, this workshop is just the ticket.  We'll focus on drawing techniques using a variety of drawing media.  You'll finish the workshop with a clear idea of drawing as art form and if you want to develop your drawing talent further.  All drawing supplies are included.

Forest Therapy Walks D

$10

with Constance Woodworth, RSU 54/MSAD 54 Adult and Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 4 pm

One-day sessions. Sign up for one or more!

Come for a relaxing nature walk with Constance, a certified Forest Therapy guide. Many of the strolls are timed to coincide with the beautiful sunset; take a break from your devices and worries and allow your imagination to connect you with the land.

Special instructions: Participants will meet at Lake George Regional Park West. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early so that we may begin on time. Cell phones will be off so that everyone will have a chance to completely immerse themselves in the experience.





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