The class that started the dance-fitness revolution and changed the way we look at a “workout” forever. It’s fun, effective and best of all? Made for everyone! It is a dance fitness cardio class with roots in latin rhythms. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes, bring water and a towel. Erin has been teaching Zumba since 2014, with hundreds of students across Maine and beyond! You can learn more about her and her classes at: https://www.zumba.com/en-US/ profile/erin-hamlin/1091680. 6-week session.  REGISTER EARLY TO ENSURE THE CLASS WILL RUN!                                                 

(Photo Credit:  Jeff Kloft)

Part A, Part B, C and D? It can all be so confusing! Which one covers what and how do you know what you need? If you are turning 65 soon, this Seniors Plus class is for you! Join Community Services Specialist, Brandi Connor-Vargeson, as she focuses on Medicare to help you sort everything out in order to make informed decisions!  Free, but you must pre-register.

The class that started the dance-fitness revolution and changed the way we look at a “workout” forever. It’s fun, effective and best of all? Made for everyone! It is a dance fitness cardio class with roots in latin rhythms. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes, bring water and a towel. Erin has been teaching Zumba since 2014, with hundreds of students across Maine and beyond! You can learn more about her and her classes at: https://www.zumba.com/en-US/ profile/erin-hamlin/1091680. 6-week session.  REGISTER EARLY TO ENSURE THE CLASS WILL RUN!                                                 

(Photo Credit:  Jeff Kloft)

WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISPRINT IN OUR BROCHURE OF $10 FOR THIS CLASS, IT IS $20

We Learn to knit a project! Yourchoice! Bring the required knitting needles, yarn and a pattern. Keep it simple: hats, mittens, socks, etc.  Students should know how to knit and purl for this class.  3 weeks, Registration:  $20.

Make an adventure of it with Acadian Arts Retreats, dedicated to Watercolor Painting or Asian Fusion Cooking! Mary Laury and Chris Toy will be certain to enrich your life over the course of a wonderful get-away. Meals are included in the workshop fee, as well as specially planned evening activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops. Day students are welcome. The fee of $595 covers workshops & meals. Lodging is available; details regarding accommodations are noted on our website:  www.mechanicfalls.maineadulted.org. Search “Acadian Arts.”

Acadian Arts Asian Fusion Cooking or Watercolor Retreats Chris Toy & Mary Laury

Chris Toy is the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and has taught Asian-fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. Learn how to prepare a variety of recipes from Asia, Europe, and the Americas incorporating traditional and local ingredients. Each meal will actively engage cooks with the tools, techniques, and stories behind the dishes being created.

Mary Laury is an accomplished watercolorist and highly esteemed teacher. She encourages all her students to believe they can be successful. Painting is an exciting medium; it flows and moves and does beautiful things. Beginners to advanced welcome! We all learn together! Our focus for this retreat will be florals! See website for all the details.

Harbor View House, Prospect Harbor Retreat Escape to a Victorian Inn on the coast of Maine, with an intimate group of artists, cooks and creatives! To book your stay at the inn call 207-963-9122 or visit

https:// harborviewhousellc.com/  Friday, 4/11 - Monday, 4/14; $595

The CPR class includes adult, child and infant CPR and AED use, adult, child and infant choking, and how and when to call emergency services.  The course cost includes use of manikins, video, certified instructor, practical components and a certificate of completion.  Video portion has been shortened and the practical time has been increased to ensure enough time to gain skill confidence.  This class is taught to the standards established by the American Heart Association.  Workbook not included but can be purchased for $10 at the time of class.  

Photo:  American Heart Association

Do you struggle with food obsession, overeating, undereating orpurging? There is a Solution. Free Information Session Onlineand by Phone. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) ishosting an information session. At this session you will hearmore about the FA program and from people who have found asolution through the FA program. There will also be anopportunity to ask questions. For more information and to receive the Zoom link Email: fa.newcastle.maine@gmail.comor Call Sharon for more information: 207-250-7373.Tuesday, 5/20; 6:30 - 8:00 PM; Zoom; Free

This class includes basic instruction for medical emergencies, bleeding that you can see, bleeding you cannot see, treating for shock, and how and when to call emergency services. This class is taught to the standards established by American Heart Association using a blend of PowerPoint and video, instructor and practical components. Participants will earn a certificate of completion. 

Workbook is NOT included in the $45 registration fee but can be purchased for an additional $10. If you would like one, please let us know at the time of registration - and bring $10 cash to the instructor on the evening of class.