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Tech Spot - Bingham Location
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Tech Spot - Bingham Location

Free

with Amy Haynes

Calendar Jan 6, 2025

NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED Walk-ins welcome, Monday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Tuesday 12:00-5:00 p.m.

The Tech Spot is a School and Community Project that offers technology advice and tutoring to adults from throughout our school district.

Examples of possible help sessions include general computer operation, conducting web searches, using Facebook and other social media programs, and operating Smart phones, iPads, Tablets, and PCs. Assistance with some software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) is available as well.

FMI please call the Adult Education office at 474-7553.

Project partners include RSU 54 Adult & Community Education, Town of Skowhegan, and the Somerset Economic Development.

Winter Walking

Free
Calendar Jan 6, 2025 at 5 pm

Are you looking for an opportunity to walk in a dry, safe, well-lit place? The hallways of Skowhegan Area High School are available from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and are a good place to walk this fall.  

·       You must register with Skowhegan Area Adult Education and sign in and out every time you attend. A roster will be available at the adult education office. 

·       Please respect the facility by changing into a clean and appropriate pair of indoor walking shoes. 

·       Please stay in the areas designated for walking. 

·       Please walk, not run.  

·       Listen for school cancellation announcements – if school or after school activities are canceled, there will be no walking. 

·       No walking on holidays or during school vacations.

·       If you have a medical condition or have not seen a health care provider in the past year, we strongly recommend that you do so before increasing your physical activity. 

·       A person choosing to be involved in this walking program does so at his or her own risk. 

FREE

Monday through Thursday 1/6/25 – 3/27/25 

5:00 to 7:00 p.m. 

Life Skills

Free

with Jean Philpot

Calendar Jan 27, 2025 at 5 pm

In this class, especially designed for adults with learning challenges, students will enhance everyday life skills by improving their basic reading, writing, and problem-solving proficiencies.

Participants will work toward developing customer service, teamwork, and business skills by operating a small café.

 Learners set their own individualized goals and work toward them in a safe, nurturing, and creative environment. Contact the Adult Education office for additional information.

Tech Spot - Skowhegan Location
Online Registration Unavailable

Tech Spot - Skowhegan Location

Free

with Lynn Perry

Calendar Feb 4, 2025 at 2:30 pm

SESSIONS BY APPOINTMENT

The Tech Spot is a School and Community Project that offers technology advice and tutoring to adults from throughout our school district.

Examples of possible help sessions include general computer operation, conducting web searches, using Facebook and other social media programs, and operating Smart phones, iPads, Tablets, and PCs. Assistance with some software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) is available as well.

FMI or to schedule an appointment with the Tech Spot staff, please call the Adult Education office at 474-7553.

Project partners include RSU 54 Adult & Community Education, Town of Skowhegan, and the RSU 54 Technology Staff.

Chair Yoga

$30

with Desiree Kelley

Calendar Mar 25, 2025 at 5 pm

Chair Yoga incorporates elements from traditional yoga including breathing techniques, meditation and physical postures while sitting in a chair or using a chair for balance.

Performing yoga in a chair provides extra support for individuals looking for a gentle practice who may have mobility issues or injuries. Benefits of chair yoga include increased strength and mobility, increased flexibility and stress reduction.

No class on 4/22/25

Will run

Cooking Matters

Free

with Terri Dendi

Calendar Apr 1, 2025 at 4 pm

In this training series developed by Maine SNAP, participants will participate in a cooking demo and taste test; during each class, they will also leave with ingredients to prepare the demo meal at home! Topics covered: •Choosing Fruits, Vegetables, and Whole Grains • Healthy Eating Starts at Home • The Power of Planning • Shopping Smart • Recipe for Success

No class on 04/22/2025

Will run

FAME - Maine's College Savings Program

Free
Calendar Apr 2, 2025 at 7 pm

Maine families have access to two valuable programs to assist with saving and paying for education after high school: the $500 Alfond Grant and Maine’s College Savings program. While these initiatives offer great benefits, understanding each of their features can sometimes be challenging.

Whether you’re a parent, guardian, or student, this session will provide you with information to make the most of these valuable resources. Join us to improve your understanding and take steps towards a successful educational future!

 

 

Homesteading

$5

with Pamela Cairnie and Heidi Burrows

Calendar Apr 3, 2025 at 6:30 pm

Interested in starting your homesteading journey? This two-hour class provides a practical introduction to the essentials of agriculture and livestock care. You’ll learn about seasonal planting, soil preparation, basic animal care, and the tools and resources you need to get started. Whether you’re dreaming of a bountiful garden or raising chickens for fresh eggs, this class will give you the confidence to take the first steps.

Participants are invited to continue their learning through the monthly Somerset County Homesteaders Group meetings, though joining is not required. Come discover how to start small and grow big!

 

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