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Unlock Safari’s Secrets on Your Mac in Just Five Lessons

$29

with BoomerTECH Adventures

Calendar Nov 25, 2024

Unlock Safari’s Secrets on Your Mac in Just Five Lessons

Doing basic  internet searches on Safari is fairly straightforward. However, within Safari there  are many options most of us never explore. Join us for five lessons that will  unlock the secrets of Safari: options contained in the top menu, choices  provided on the opening screen, tips for more efficient searching, possibilities  hidden within the share feature, and a demo of why you want to click on the AA  button. After completing the five lessons you will truly know the ins and out of  Safari. 

 View and review them at your own pace. And don’t forget to call on us, BoomerTECH Adventures guides, Jill, Chris, and Ed. We are available to answer any of your questions at ed@boomertechadventures.com

 Begins: Upon Registration

Location: Online - You view class at your convenience! The instructors provide personalized support for the class via email and/or online chat.

Class access available until February 28, 2025

Registration: $29

BoomerTECH Adventures helps Boomers and Seniors create, connect, and contribute using today’s technology. These courses are fully asynchronous, online courses that students complete on their own time and at your own speed. Each course is a PDF booklet with information about the class, instructions on using the class, and the content of the class (videos and articles). The instructors provide personalized support for the class via email and/or online chat.

 

 

HiSET Program
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HiSET Program

Free

with Adult Ed Staff

Calendar Jan 1, 2025 at 5:30 pm

Have you been wondering how to finish your high school diploma? We are here to help!

We offer the HiSET Program, free of charge. Call us today to make an appoinment: 207-242-8795 or email steve_vose@maranacook.com.

Classes for English meet Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30. Classes for Math meet Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30 to 8:30. 

We are here to help you in obtaining your HiSET diploma!

 

Zumba (in person) or Zoom Zumba!!

$39

with Karen Dube-Harriman

Calendar Jan 16, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

When you sign up for Karen's Zumba Class, you’ll have the option of coming in person to the Readfield Elementary School gym or staying home and joining from your living room via Zoom! This time of year it’s very dark at night and weather can be unpredictable. So we'll be offering Zoom Zumba! Those who sign up for class this session will get a Zoom link every week and you can choose whether to come in person or Zumba with us from the comfort of your own home. So, let’s stay fit together no matter the weather!

Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness class that is good for all ages and experience levels.  You don't have to know how to dance to do Zumba.  For one hour a week the only thing you have to focus on is dancing and having fun.   Come dance your day's stress away to upbeat Latin and American Music!  Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers with as little tread on the bottoms as possible so as not to tweak your knees.  

Instructor: Karen Dube-Harriman

8 Thursdays, 6-7 pm

Begins: January 16th

1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, (No Class 2/20), 2/27, 3/6, 3/13-(this date will take place at the High School)

Snow make-up dates 3/27 & 4/3

Location: Readfield Elementary School Gym

Registration: $39

Will run

Pickleball: Learn to Play!!

$49

with Monty Hoskins

Calendar Feb 26, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

Pickleball: Learn to Play!

Come try your hand at one of the fastest growing sports in the country! 

Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. This weekly clinic will be held in the Manchester Elementary school gym, and will consist of general instruction and open play.

Instructor: Monty Hoskins

8 Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pm

Begins: February 26, 2025

2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16

(Snow Makeup days: 4/30 & 5/7)

Location: Manchester Elementary Gym

Registration: $49

*Due to the popularity and positive feedback from our last class, we have increased this from a 6-week to an 8-week class!  This adds a slight increase to the registration fee as well. 

Full Course

Winter Outdoor Survival Skills

$75

with Alice Bean Andrenyak

Calendar Mar 1, 2025 at 8:15 am, runs for 1 week

New Course (part of the Registered Maine Guide Course but open to anyone)

WINTER OUTDOOR SURVIVAL SKILLS: During this one day outside workshop, you’ll be wearing snowshoes whileimproving your skills with: compasses (taking and following bearings), fire building, cooking using various techniques,shelter building, and how to search for a separated group member and handling some possible first aid issues. Designedfor those with some knowledge who will be leading family members or small groups in the colder weather outdoors, orpreparing to become a Registered Maine Guide.

Saturday, March 1, 2025

8:15 am to 5:15 pm

Brunswick, ME

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

$69

with Craig Coffman

Calendar Mar 3, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. Since this class is being held online with Zoom, you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all. And since this course 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.

The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands on instruction.

Topics include:

  • How chords work in a song
  • How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it
  • How to form the three main types of chords
  • How to handle different keys and time signatures
  • How to avoid “counting”
  • How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords

Instructor: Craig Coffman

Monday, March 3rd, 2025

Time: 6:30-9:30 pm

Location: Online Live via Zoom

Registration: $69

 

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

$69

with Craig Coffman

Calendar Mar 4, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

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.

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

For ages 13+. 

Instructor: Craig Coffman

Tuesday, March 4th, 2025

Time:  6:30-9:30 pm

Location: Live Online via Zoom

Registration: $69

 

Stress Management 101
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Stress Management 101

$15

with Julie Kaupin

Calendar Mar 11, 2025 at 4:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Stress Management 101Managing stress effectively is crucial for maintaining mental and physical well-being. Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of stress, identify personal stressors and explore practical strategies and techniques to navigate and mitigate stress in your life. Whether you’re a busy professional, a student or simply seeking to improve your quality of life, this workshop empowers you to take control of stress, cultivate resilience and live with greater balance.

Need an accommodation? We will make reasonable modifications and accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to participate in all classes and events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to participate fully in a class or event, please notify us at (207) 872-4102 at least 48 hours prior to the start of the class or event.

Tuesday, March 11

4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Maranacook Community High School, Media Room

Cost: $15

Instructor: Julie Kaupin

Click on the link below to register:

https://www.mainegeneral.org/classes-events/detail/?eventId=ecef59cb-4eab-ef11-a86f-000d3a611ea2

 





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