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Our Classes

HiSET Prep. (Math)

Free

with Bret Rowell

Calendar Current session started Jan 11, 2024 at 2:30 pm

YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR CLASS ANYTIME DURING THE SEMESTER!

REGISTER ANYTIME! Call 207-439-5896 or text 207-351-0167

Individual and group tutoring for Math - for HiSET test prep, or employer testing. Earn your high school credential. Similar test to the GED.

Free to eligible adult education students.

 

Strong Bones

$66

with Mary Schwoerer

Calendar Current session started May 2, 2024 at 9 am

Are YOU ready to build bone density, improve strength, balance & agility? This class is your answer to a total-body/ mind workout for osteoporosis and osteopenia. Includes: weekly tips on Nutritional needs for Strong Bones, recipes that include delicious ways to get & absorb nutrients, exercises that include weight training, balance & agility and bone breathing exercises. Suggested items for class: 1, 2 OR 3 lb. weights (or any combination), resistance bands, bootie bands, chair & water bottle. Mary holds a M.Ed. and is Bone Builders Certified. This is a virtual class over Zoom.

Tuesday & Thursday, 9-9:40 am

Registration Fee: $66, for 1 month

Macraweave Wall Hanging
Registration Unavailable

Macraweave Wall Hanging

$140

with Alicia Stiles

PLEASE NOTE: NEW DATES

For anyone who has admired fiber art and thought creating their own would be far too complicated, this is the class for you! Alicia will break the process into simple steps that will have you creating from the very first class!  To create your own Macraweave wall hanging, you will learn basic macrame knots in addition to weaving techniques. During this 4 week series Alicia will guide you through every step of the creation process, from learning techniques, choosing driftwood, yarns and cords, and creating your own stylized version of the chosen design!  In addition to your own work of art, you will leave this class with the knowledge and skills to continue creating the macraweave of your dreams

4 Tuesday Sessions

May 14- June 4, 6-8pm

Registration Fee: $140

Drilled Beach Stone: Necklace and Key Ring

$75

with Susan Randall

Calendar Current session started May 16, 2024 at 6 pm

Learn to turn beach stones into beautiful one of a kind necklaces and key rings by safely drilling beach stones, setting grommets and attaching jump rings. At the end of class, you will have 2 necklaces and 1 key ring. Choose from prepared stones that Susan will provide. If time allows additional materials may be purchased to make more items.

2 Thursday sessions

May 16 & 23, 6-7:30pm

Registration Fee: $70

Material Fee: $5, paid to instructor at class by cash/check

Full Course

Ham Radio

$20

with Richard Alderette

Calendar Next available session starts May 21, 2024 at 6 pm

What is "Ham Radio", who are these guys and what in the world do they do? Join us for just one evening and learn about this challenging and very rewarding hobby. Taught by Rick Alderette - KB1ASM, a licensed radio operator since 1993.

Tuesday, May 21, 6-7:30pm

Registration Fee: $20

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard: From Sails to Atoms

$13

with Joseph Gluckert

Calendar Next session starts May 23, 2024 at 9:30 am
1 additional session on Jun 13, 2024

Joseph J. Gluckert, PNSY, History and Heritage Center Director

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has a venerable heritage and rich tradition.  Learn about its role and achievements in times of war and peace from a military historian’s perspective. The tour includes a visit to the Shipyard’s Treaty of Portsmouth exhibit, a walking tour of the Shipyard Mall area, a driving tour around the perimeter of the base, including an up-close view of the former Naval Prison’s exterior, and lastly a visit to the Shipyard’s Heritage Center.  Must bring valid photo I.D. such as Driver’s License or U.S. Passport.  Non U.S Citizens will be required to submit additional documentation in advance.  Participants must be able to use the bus and negotiate stairs. Neither the bus nor comfort facilities are handicapped accessible. *You will park at Albacore Park, 569 Submarine Way, Portsmouth NH to board the bus. The Park would like us to use the back parking lot furthest away from the Submarine and Visitor Center.

Thursday, May 23 or June 13, 9:30am-12:00pm

 

Full Course
Lighthouse and Puffin Cruise-Bar Harbor
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Lighthouse and Puffin Cruise-Bar Harbor

$180

with Steve McGrath

This is an online classover ZOOM.

Thursday, May 23 –online- 6-8pm

Sunday, May 26 –on the cruise in Bar Harbor time TBD *you are responsible for your own arrangements/cost once time has been agreed on in class

Tuesday, May 28 –online -6-8pm

Registration Fee: $180

Breeding Birds of Fort Foster

$22

with Dave Tucker

Calendar Next available session starts May 25, 2024 at 7:30 am

Focus on birds who nest at the fort. Bring binoculars. Class will meet at the entrance gate of Fort Foster. Additional fee may be required for entrance to Fort Foster.

Saturday, May 25, 7:30-10:30am *rain date 5/26

 





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