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From Flour to Flavor: Crafting Authentic Potstickers*
with Jeff Mao, Knead and Nosh
Learn the fundamentals of making Chinese dumplings at home. You will learn to make fresh scratch-made dough, and roll your own wrappers, and how to fold and pleat them using pork filling. We will then water-fry/steam the dumplings to create this restaurant favorite—pot sticker dumplings. Additionally, you will learn to make your own ginger-scallion oil and the instructor will talk about other common Chinese condiments used for dipping sauces. All ingredients, materials, equipment and recipes will be provided. Plant-based ground meat can be substituted for the pork upon request. Please email janderson@rsu18.org to let her know you are requesting this option. The dumpling wrappers do contain gluten. Limit 12 students.
Introduction to Backyard Bird Watching
with Ian Lynch
Discover the enchanting world of backyard birdwatching with Ian Lynch! In this engaging course, learn essential techniques and tools for successful bird observation. Uncover the fascinating avian residents right outside your door and cultivate a deeper connection to nature through the joy of bird identification and observation. Limit 20 students.
Cell Phone Tech 101
with Samantha Jamison
Do you get tired of asking others to help you do simple tasks on your cell phone? Do people ask you to do basic tasks on your device but end up doing it for you? Registering for this class grants you a 45-minute, in-person, no judgement, 1-on-1 lesson to help you feel more at ease with your technology! In this 45 minute private lesson, we will review your device, help you feel confident with the basics, and work on any specifics that you'd like! Please choose the session (day) that works best for you. The instructor will contact you after registration to discuss the available time slots with you. Requirements: your device, a charger, a manual (if available).
Fresh Floral Arranging at The Robin's Nest
with Robin Samalus-Getchell & The Robin's Nest Team
Join Robin and her talented design team at The Robin's Nest and design your own fresh floral arrangement! Yoou will design a beautiful fresh floral arrangement to keep or give as a gift. Come prepared to learn some basics of floral design and to have fun! Alll materials are included in the cost.
Estate Planning*
with Rob Smith
A properly planned estate strategy gives you control over how to provide for who or what you value most, both in a financial and personal sense, when you are no longer able to do it for yourself. A Zoom option is available please email janderson@rsu18.org after you have registered. Storm makeup will be April 1. Limit 15 students.
Gentle Yoga via Zoom*
with Audrey McGee, Resilient Embodiment Yoga
This class will be a gentle yoga practice, performed at a slow pace, with forms that are adaptable to all body shapes and abilities. A strong emphasis will be placed on stretching, with some seated forms and low impact movements. We will practice some meditations, breath work, and relaxation techniques. A great class for beginners and all levels of yoga experience are welcome. Presented via Zoom, with a recording provided for up to a week if you need to be out. There will be class during school vacation on April 21.
Hospice 101
with Susan Roy
Hospice 101 - Group will discuss Hospice philosophy, common medications, team members, payor source, myths vs. reality, admission criteria, revocation and bereavement.
Dog Training Basics*
with Donna Whitney, Tailwaggers' Dog Training
This is a beginner dog training class designed for both the young and the not-so-young. We work in small groups with several trainers assisting. The first night will be an Orientation & Information night, held on Monday, April 7, at the Fairfield Community Center for the two-legged family members only. (Please register only one human per dog; however, two humans may attend with one dog.) You will receive a helpful manual, and many topics will be discussed, including behavior concerns, commands taught (such as walking on a loose leash, stay, and come exercises), and other techniques.
The following four classes will include dogs and owners and will be held at the Fairfield Community Center from 6:00-7:00 p.m. All dogs must be on a leash at all times, and NO dogs will be allowed if they are aggressive.
When you register online, the Adult Education Office will send you a packet that you need to print, read, sign, and bring to class with you. Please bring proof of vaccinations, a $125 materials fee payable to the instructor (cash or check), and your completed packet to the orientation night.