Middle Eastern Belly Dance: FREE TRIAL with Josephina Gasca
Authentic Belly Dance, or raks sharqi, is an ancient form of dance. Raks sharqi means âdance of the eastâ in Arabic. Belly dance celebrates every body type and every stage of life. The dance is proud and powerful and soft and sinewy with elegant and isolating movements emanating from the core. Itâs the Pilates of dance. And so much fun! This is a great refresher class for experienced dancers and suitable for dancers new to belly dance. Please wear comfortable clothing, similar to what you might wear to a yoga class that will allow for free movement and the ability to see your movement. Hip scarves make it even more fun. You can dance barefoot or in a pair of comfortable dance shoes in the studio. Zills (finger cymbals) will be used in class. Check in with the instructor before you purchase any zills. As an added bonus, you will also have access to a video library with instruction, drills, and ongoing choreography during the length of the session. This one night class is a free trial.
Tuesday, 9/5, 6-7:15pm, 1 Night, People Plus, Free
Become A Foster or Adoptive Parent! with Stephanie Eklund
Did you know that YOU could be the life-changing person for a child here in Maine? Yes, YOU can become a foster or adoptive parent! Come learn about the licensing process and the different ways you can help Maine children. There is a special need for people who can care for infants, sibling groups, and adolescents, while also supporting the reunification process. There are also over 100 children waiting to find a forever family. Join us for this informational meeting and take that very first step to becoming a resource family. Virtual Q&A will be held on every second Monday of the month at 12pm and 6pm.
Mondays, 12 or 6pm, Online, Free
Discover Tai Chi with Robin Brooks
Join Robin to learn about the incredible health benefits of practicing tai chi. Tai Chi Easy⢠is a health-enhancement system that includes a gentle qigong (chee-gong) warm-up, breathing practices, self-massage, a modified Yang-style tai chi form. We will discover how to nurture our Qi, or vital life force, while engaging in the practices. This class is for everyone. Please contact Robin if you have any questions. Optional book to purchase: The Healer Within by Roger Jahnke, OMD.
Tuesday, 9/12, 1:30-2:45pm, 1 Night Adult Ed Center, Topsham, Free
Young at Heart Fiesta with Tony Garreton
Loneliness and social isolation in older adults is a serious public health risk that affects a significant number of people in the US, putting them at risk for dementia and other serious conditions. For this reason, Tony Dancer, under his TDF program, has created the âYoung at Heart Fiestaâ Latin Fusion dance class program with low impact, low-volume music to protect hearing, easy steps to follow and lots of laughter. This program is offered free of charge with Tony Dancer, plus once a month potlucks! Adults with strong social relationships have a lower risk of major health problems, such as depression, high blood pressure, and an unhealthy body mass index. *Program is for individuals 70+ only. Each session is 6 weeks.
Session I: Wed., 9/13-10/18, 10:30-11:30am, Adult Ed Center, Bath, Free
Session II: Wed., 11/1-12/6, 10:30-11:30am, Adult Ed Center, Bath, Free
Session III: Wed,, 1/10-2/14, 10:30-11:30am Adult Ed Center, Bath, Free
Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults with NAMI Maine
Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This training â which focuses on the unique experiences and needs of adults over the age of 65 â gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. This program is presented by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (NAMI Maine), and sponsored by MaineHealth Midcoast and Merrymeeting. Instructor: MaineHealth Midcoast & NAMI
Thursday, 9/14, 8:30am-4:30pm, 1 Day Adult Ed Center, Topsham, Free
Understanding Medicare with Robert Harvey
Have you ever felt like Medicare regulations are a black box? Thereâs an alphabet soup of plans, a book of fine print and a calendar full of dates to remember. The whole thing seems like a mystery with too few clues to solve. Robert Harvey, a Licensed Insurance Agent with HealthMarkets, can answer many of the questions you may have about Medicare, from the beginning of the process on. He will discuss: when you are eligible, what is the timeline for enrollment without penalties, what original Medicare covers and what it doesnât, what additional plans work in conjunction with original Medicare, and your financial assistance options. Students must have an audio and video-enabled computer, tablet, or smartphone to participate.Â
Thursday, 9/14, 6:30pm-7:30pm, 1 Night Adult Ed Center, Topsham, Free
Renting for Success with John HodgeÂ
Renting for Success will provide you with a better understanding of how to find, maintain, and succeed in todayâs challenging rental market. It will also assist you in understanding your rights as a renter and provide you with an understanding of what a landlord expects from their tenant. This will help you to keep and maintain that apartment that youâve worked so hard to find. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to the participant upon conclusion of the course. Workshop is co-sponsored by the Brunswick Housing Authority. Lunch Break from 12-1230pm.
Saturday, 11/4, 10am-2:30pm, 1 Day, Adult Ed Center, Topsham, FREE
The Ins and Outs of Self Publishing with Laurie NotchÂ
Did you know that Mark Twain, Upton Sinclair, Beatrix Potter, and Margaret Atwood were self-published authors? In this workshop we will examine the prospects and pitfalls of self-publishing, beginning with the question: We will go over online platforms, digital document format specifications, helpful software, and on-demand print sources. We will also discuss “the hustle” in marketing your book through websites, social media, newspapers and magazines, and public readings. Above all, what are the costs and returns? All this and more to explore! Join us!
Wednesday, 11/8, 5:30-7:30pm, 1 Night, Online, $25
Bridge with Cy Kendrick
Bridge is a card game played by 4 people in a partnership format. In this class we will start from scratch, so if you have never played before, or if you played years ago and need to brush off the cobwebs, this class is for you. If you can come with someone to be your partner, thatâs great, but not necessary. Each class will have a lecture portion and some play. Weâll start with basic rules and wind up with some advanced strategies. ***NO CLASS: 12/27.
Wednesday, 12/6, 6-8pm, 10 wks, Morse High School, $10
Decoding Movie Credits with Felicity GibbsÂ
Have you ever watched the end credits of a movie and wondered what is a âbest boyâ or a âgrip.â Or have you ever just been blown away by the sheer number of names that come up while you are patiently waiting for the secret ending of the latest blockbuster. During this workshop, we will be going in depth into the many roles of the industry. From directing to action. From accounting to marketing. All the many aspects that go into making movies and getting them out to the public. Presenter Felicity Gibbs earned a BA in Cinema Studies from Cal State University and an MBA in Media from Regentâs College in London.
Thursday, 9/14, 6-8pm, 1 Night Online, $15
Collette Tours Info Night! with Andrew LeightonÂ
Interested in a travel experience with Collette Tours? Come join Andrew for more specific details about how these inclusive travel packages are backed by a century of experience, Collette (a family-owned and award winning leader in travel) is proud to show you the world. Their passionate tour design team travels the globe, creating new experiences and staying ahead of the latest travel trends. Plus, with a professional Tour Manager at your service and local guides by your side, you’ll never miss a thing! Choosing Collette comes with benefits that take your guided travel experience to another level. Our inclusive tours provide you more value for your money and more of what makes travel special.Â
Tuesday, 9/26/2023, 5:30-7pm, 1 Night, Adult Ed Center, Topsham, FREE
How Money Works with Sarah Blondin
Are you living paycheck to paycheck? Struggling with debt? Looking for a better way? Come learn the power of having a customized strategy, how to overcome common financial obstacles, eliminate debt and avoid costly mistakes many investors unintentionally make!
Wednesday, 9/27, 6-7:30pm, 1 Night, Adult Ed Center, Topsham, FREE
Maine Death with Dignity Act with Valerie Lovelace
There is still a lot of misunderstanding and misinformation about Maine’s compassionate end-of-life care option. Many providers and patients in Maine are still not familiar with Maine’s Death with Dignity Act. In effect since September 2019, the law permits physicians to practice medical aid-in-dying under specific circumstances. Know the facts and, if qualified, the right to access medical aid in dying if they choose. Join this class to get fact-based information and all the details you need to know about Maine’s law, how to have the conversation with your physician, and how to qualify for the law or support your loved one who may be qualifying. (No materials/supplies required).
Wednesday, 10/4, 6:30-8pm, 1 Night, Online, FREE
Invest for Success with Sarah Blondin
How confident are you with your investment strategy? Did you know many people find themselves making common mistakes that can cost them their retirement? Join us to learn the power of compound interest and strategies to protect our assets, avoid common pitfalls investors face, and how to get our money working hard for us!
Wednesday, 10/4, 6-7:30pm, 1 Night, Adult Ed Center, Topsham, Free
Community Book Club with Jeannie Sullivan
Book: Braiding Sweetgrass. Robin Wall Kimmer is both a botanist and Citizen of the Potawatomi Nation. Through her teachings and story telling we the reader learn how plants, animals, and the world around us offer gifts and lessons. Even if we have forgotten how to listen to them. Come have a rich conversation about the book as we discuss how Kimmerer has merged her life as a scientist and Indigenous Woman. Kimmerer has much to share and reflect upon as she speaks to the creation of Turtle Island and the language of other beings. It will be a lively discussion as we share our own thoughts on such a powerful story. Book must be purchased separately.
Thursday, 10/12, 6-7:30pm, 1 Night, Adult Ed Center, Bath, $10
Make-up 101: How to Buy and Apply with Felicity Gibbs
This workshop is an introduction to the world of Make-up. We will be going over the proper way to buy a product, the proper way to apply a product, and learning to have fun with it. We will discuss tools of the trade: What products do you need and how/where you can purchase it. From foundation to blush to concealer to brushes. Matching colors with your undertones, and asking if price matters. And with time remaining, we will discuss how to use these tools: Once we have the right products, what is the best and easiest way to apply. We will go over the basic face. The right way to apply bronzers, blush, highlighter, etc.
Thursday, 10/12, 6-8pm, 1 Night, Online, $15
Radical Kindness, The Superpower That Can Change Your Life with Jeff Edelstein
Kindness is a superpower that every one of us has. We will explore how âintentional acts of kindnessâ can transform our friendships, relationships, families, workplaces, schools, and politics. Weâll look at the different forms that kindness can take and share our personal experiences with kindness. Weâll explore the creation of our own âpersonal kindness practicesâ as well as collective acts of community kindness that are fun, creative, and meaningful. Students will have the chance to experiment with their kindness practices between sessions. Weâll discuss ways to support each other in rising to our kindest selves, including introduction to a wide variety of inspiring readings, films, and talks. Fall dates: 10/19, 11/2, 11/16. Winter dates: 1/11, 1/25, 2/8.
Thursday, 1/11, 6-8pm, 3 Nights, Brunswick High School, $10
Training to Become a Registered Maine Guide with Alice Bean Andrenyak
Want to be a Registered Maine Guide? Trying to decide how to train to take your tests? Want to know the rules about guiding? Take this one-hour interactive Zoom free class. Get your answers and create your future!
Wednesday, 11/15, 7-8pm, 1 Night, Online, FREE
Tuesday, 1/9, 7-8pm, 1 Night, Online, FREE
Metaphysical Book Club with Jeannie SullivanÂ
Book: Journey of the Souls. Come discuss what heaven might look like. Let’s talk about your thoughts on what the other side does, where we go, and what we do once we are there. It is one of my FAVORITE books and I can’t wait to hear what you have to say about it!! Join the Book Club!! Book must be purchased separately.
Thursday, 1/18, 6-7:30pm, 1 Night, Adult Ed Center, Topsham, $10Â