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Living Well with Diabetes - MS
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Living Well with Diabetes - MS

$25

with Monica Hawk

A group-based, participatory class led by two trained peer leaders over 6 weekly sessions. Living Well with Diabetes was developed at Stanford in partnership with diabetes patients, diabetes nurse educators, nutritionists, and a diabetes specialist. Topics include: an overview of self-management of diabetes, nutrition/healthy eating, preventing low blood glucose, preventing complications, exercise, stress management, relaxation techniques, monitoring blood glucose, depression, positive thinking, communication, medications, working with healthcare professionals, sick days, skin and foot care, and future plans. Areas not covered during this program are the physical process of glucose monitoring, discussion of patient-specific medications, and insulin injection. Known in literature as the “Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP).” Participants use action planning, brainstorming, and problem-solving to identify and pursue goals for health. Limit 12 Students.

Card Making | 2 Options: Beginner or Intermediate

$20

with Pam Cullen

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 29, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session

Cards for Beginners: Create Three Stunning Cards and More!

This is a beginner class where you will learn to create three cards,using current Stampin’ Up! products. If time allows, we may also make some paper craft projects such as gift card holders, gift boxes or bags. All supplies will be provided along with step by step instructions. There will be no class on March 23. Limit 8 students.

Cards for Intermediates: Mastering Handcrafted Cards

This class will be for those who have some experience in stamping and die cutting. We will create cards and other projects using current Stampin’ Up! products. All materials will be provided as well as step by step instructions to help you create beautiful cards! Limit 8 students.

Nature Journaling - MS

$35

with Kiri Guyaz

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 30, 2024 at 5 pm, runs for 4 weeks

“The world is full of magical things, patiently waiting for our sensesto grow sharper.” (W.B. Yeats) All around us is the wider worldnature that often goes unseen and unheard. Awaken curiosityand explore your journey in nature through art and words. Usingcloth-bound journals and a variety of media and subjects, focusedon both the biological and artistic sides, you will create beauty asseen through your eyes. Found objects will be used for contourdrawing, cyanotypes, marbleizing, prints, sketches, poems, andother media. Please bring your own finds as well. Plan to ventureoutdoors for a portion of the time as weather permits, and wearcomfortable shoes! Ages 17+ are welcome. There will be a $20materials fee (cash or check only) due to the instructor at the startof the first class. Limit 10 students.

Understanding the Maine Death with Dignity Act [Online]

$6

with Valerie Lovelace

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 30, 2024 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

In September 2019, the Maine Death with Dignity law permits physicians to practice medical aid-in-dying under specific circumstances. However, over four years later, 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. Join Valerie Lovelace 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 maybe qualifying. This is an online class that will meet via Zoom. Students will receive the meeting link to their email following registration.

Paint a Gnome for Fun! - MS

$15

with Rose Crossman

Calendar Next available session starts May 1, 2024 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Come paint a gnome for your spring garden with Rosie's Artistry! This will be a fun-filled evening of laughter, smiles, and inspiration. Get out after a long winter and make new freinds -- being creative together is the goal of this very jolly class!

All materials will be provided. There will be a $25 materials fee (cash or check only) due to the instructor at the start of the class. Bring a friend!

Visit Rosie's Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/RosiesArtisty/. Limit 16 students.

Fix a Bike - MS

Free

with Erik DeSilva

Calendar Next available session starts May 8, 2024 at 4:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Join us for a bike maintenance workshop for Teens and Adults. Areyou curious about bicycle mechanics? Would you like to maintain your bike better, do repairs yourself, or get your bike ready for spring? Would you like to be better prepared to fix break downs when you are out on the road? Bring your bike and tool kit, if you have one. A parent or guardian must accompany students 13-16years. Please make a donation by cash or check if you are able to the Bicycle Coalition of Maine at the beginning of class cash or check or via their website www.bikemaine.org/donate. Rain date will be Thursday, May 16. When registering please mark this date on your calendar just in case it rains on May 8. Limit 18 students.

Pickleball for Beginners - MS

$85

with Jim Hutchinson

Calendar Next session starts May 13, 2024 at 4 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Have you tried Pickle Ball yet? It is fun, social, and an exercise sport that you can do for a lifetime. You will learn the forehand, back-hand, serve, volley, and overhead strokes in a fun and supportive environment. It’s fun for friends to join together, or join and make new friends! Bring a pickleball paddle if you have one. There will be a few to borrow during class time. Please wear proper footwear-- the instructor recommends court or tennis shoes and preferably pickleball shoes. There will be no class if it is raining or the court is wet. Rain makeup classes will be held the following Sunday 2:30PM - 4:00PM. There will be no class on Monday, May 27, but wewill hold class on Wednesday, May 29, as a make-up. Invite a friend to join you! Limit 8 students.

Full Course

Pickleball for Intermediates - MS

$85

with Jim Hutchinson

Calendar Next session starts May 13, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks

This class is for 3.0 to 3.5 Pickleball players who wish to become a smarter, more skillful doubles player and for those gearing up for tournament play. Please wear appropriate footwear -- the instructor recommends court or tennis shoes and preferably pickleball shoes. There will be no class if it is raining or if the court is wet. Rain makeup classes will be held the following Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00PM. There will be no class on Monday, May 27, but we will hold class on Wednesday, May 29, as a make-up. Invite a friend to joinyou! Limit 8 students.

Full Course




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