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Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

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Courses

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Developing a Personal and Home Defensive Protection Plan

with Alice Bean Andrenyak

Apr
8

April 8th, 2025

$35 More Info
This three-hour course is NOT about installing an alarm system. It is about adjusting your awareness around you as you move through your day and your home. It is about doing mental exercises to handle the “What if’s” to keep you and your loved ones safe. Learn situational awareness, conflict avoidance, and how to access your home’s defense. Part 1 of a 2-part series but can be taken separately.
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Pottery: Finding Your Way With Clay

with Randy Fein

Apr
8

April 8th to May 8th, 2025

$185 More Info
This class is for students both new or returning. Professional ceramic artist Randy Fein will guide you on your creative journey into the world of clay. You’ll learn basic skills on the potter's wheel and how to create beautiful hand-built servingware including decorative platters, bowls, drinking vessels, and more. A variety of low-fire glaze techniques will be explored to complete your unique clay works. Whether your goal is to create functional pottery or simply imaginative pieces, this class offers the tools and guidance to bring your ideas to life. The first three weeks of classes meet 2x/week. Each class builds on the other, so it's recommended to attend all classes. Class fee includes clay and glazes to complete your pottery. Class meets: 4/8, 4/10, 4/15, 4/17 (work in wet clay), 4/29, 5/1 (glaze), and 5/8 (pick up work and paint scuptures). NO classes 4/22, 4/24, and 5/6.
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Adult First Aid/CPR/AED

with Andrew Eckman

Apr
8

April 8th to May 27th, 2025

$100 More Info

THIS MODULE DOES NOT MEET STATE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDCARE LICENSURE. Updated content meets or exceeds the scientific recommendations developed by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) and is consistent with the CPR and ECC Guidelines as established by the American Heart Association and other resuscitation councils around the world. Emphasis on life-threatening conditions and focus on critical life-saving skills Decision tables that provide a concise summary of what signs to look for and what treatment steps to take during an emergency. New and updated content on CPR, AED, epinephrine injectors (Epi-Pen®), hemorrhage control, opioid overdose response (Naloxone/Narcan®), compression-only CPR, and COVID-19. MUST ATTEND ALL CLASS SESSIONS.Skips 5/6 and 5/13.

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Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

with Andrew Eckman

Apr
8

April 8th to May 13th, 2025

$100 More Info

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR CHILD CARE PROVIDERS: The Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Child and Family Services now requires licensed childcare providers to complete a specialized Pediatric First Aid course. The traditional Standard First Aid course does NOT meet the new requirement. Persons seeking licensure as childcare providers MUST take the Pediatric First Aid module. THIS MODULE MEETS OR EXCEEDS STATE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDCARE LICENSURE. Updated content meets or exceeds the scientific recommendations developed by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) and is consistent with the CPR and ECC Guidelines as established by the American Heart Association and other resuscitation councils around the world. Emphasis on life-threatening conditions and focus on critical life-saving skills Decision tables that provide a concise summary of what signs to look for and what treatment steps to take during an emergency. New and updated content on CPR, AED, epinephrine injectors (Epi-Pen®), hemorrhage control, opioid overdose response (Naloxone/Narcan®), compression-only CPR, and COVID-19. MUST ATTEND ALL CLASS SESSIONS.

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Weather for Outdoor Enthusiasts

with Alice Bean Andrenyak

Apr
9

April 9th, 2025

$35 More Info

We're spending more time outside and that is good. Learn how to integrate weather forecasts and your own reading of weather signs to plan ahead and best manage your outdoor activities—walking, biking, hiking, camping,paddling, boating, playing, and exercising. Learn from a Master Maine Guide and Total Weather Spotter. Course is presented via Zoom.

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Block Printing 4.9.25

with Patrick Ralls

Apr
9

April 9th, 2025

$75 More Info

Block printing is a unique and versatile medium used for centuries as a means of pattern making and textile design. In this class you will create an original block print of your own! You will learn how to transfer your vision onto a carving medium, carve the block, and then use it to print a repetitive & decorative design. Sharp carving tools will be provided. Bring ideas of what you might like to carve, a little patience and a lot of creativity! We will be working on carving blocks that are 4 x 6". All materials are included in the registration fee.