This course is for individuals interested in learning American Sign Language (ASL). In addition to an introductory discussion about deaf culture, the course will cover basic principles in the use of sign vocabulary and facial grammar in conversational ASL. We will be using the following book which students should purchase once it has been determined the class will run and bring to the second night of class: Learning American Sign Language, 2nd Edition, ISBN: 0-205-27553-2 by Padden and Humpries. No class on 2/20.

All are welcome who wish to learn how to play the guitar and make music. We will proceed together to understand the basic skills and techniques along with the process that will enable you to understand how to progress in the simplest terms, and have a rewarding musical experience. 1st class, guitar required…2nd class, an electronic tuner and a capo. Any questions, feel free to contact me at perinator@myfairpoint.net. Perry Schlanger is a self-taught guitar player who enjoys teaching and sharing his enthusiasm for playing guitar with others. No class 2/22.

2017 Boston Flower & Garden Show

An early morning departure will bring you to the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston for a fun day at the Boston Flower & Garden Show. Enjoy free time at the show along with the perfume of the season’s first blossoms mixed with fresh warm earth, the soft graze of a pussy willow, the gentle ripple of a gurgling stream and spring’s first signs of renewal. Bus leaves from and returns to: Park and Ride, Exit 32, (across from Walmart) in Biddeford.

Instructor: Sue De Cesare

Saturday,  3/25,  8:30AM to 5:00PM

Fee: $57.00 per person. Group of 4 or more $47.00pp.

Min 25    Max 53  For info and registering please call 2823883

Welcome back to Salem Massachusetts. Now is the time to get to know a little more about Salem. We will be touring the House of the Seven Gables, then off to the Salem Witch Museum. Lunch will be on your own. You can spend the afternoon at your leisure. For those who wish to have a psychic medium, clairvoyant, palm reader or Tarot therapist session this is your opportunity. Bus leaves from and returns to: Park and Ride, Exit 32, (across from Walmart) in Biddeford.

Instructor: Sue DeCesare

Saturday, 4/22,  8:30AM to 6:00PM  (Bus leaves Salem at 4PM)

Fee: $52.00 per person (includes tickets to the Museums)

Min 25    Max 53  For info and registering please call 2823883

MAMA MIA!!!

A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And one trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! This tale full of sun and fun unfolds on a Greek island paradise when, on the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years before. The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship. We will be picked up in Maine at the ME Turnpike Park and Ride, Exit 32 and go to Faneuil Hall until 1:00pm; we then go to the Boston Opera House. Seating Opens 45 minutes before play and the show runs approx. 2 ½ hours.

We will board the bus after the play and head back, stopping on the way for dinner.

Instructor: Sue De Cesare

Saturday, 6/3, 8:00AM to 7:00PM

Park and Ride, Exit 32

Cost is 159.00 per person. Includes bus, and seating in the dress circle of the Boston Opera House. Does not include cost of dinner.

Min 25    Max 53 For info and registering please call 282-3883

CIVILIAN SAFETY AWARENESS PROGRAM

Learn situational awareness to protect yourself, your family & prevent attacks!

Over-stretched law enforcement budgets and troubling economic times typically result in an increase in violent crime.  Despite the increasing odds of crime against an individual, a majority of the public spend inadequate time, if any, on planning for a personal assault.  The SABRE CSAP classes provide a critical personal safety plan which starts with being able to identify and avoid dangerous encounters, and discourage an attacker. Unfortunately, all dangerous encounters cannot be avoided, so CSAP also teaches how to: use verbal commands & simple self-defense techniques, effectively and responsibly deploy SABRE Pepper Spray to escape an attacker.

SABRE pepper sprays have been “Making Grown Men Cry Since 1975” and are used by law enforcement agencies worldwide including most Federal, State, and Local police agencies. 

CIVILIAN SAFETY AWARENESS PROGRAM

Learn situational awareness to protect yourself, your family & prevent attacks!

Over-stretched law enforcement budgets and troubling economic times typically result in an increase in violent crime.  Despite the increasing odds of crime against an individual, a majority of the public spend inadequate time, if any, on planning for a personal assault.  The SABRE CSAP classes provide a critical personal safety plan which starts with being able to identify and avoid dangerous encounters, and discourage an attacker. Unfortunately, all dangerous encounters cannot be avoided, so CSAP also teaches how to: use verbal commands & simple self-defense techniques, effectively and responsibly deploy SABRE Pepper Spray to escape an attacker.

SABRE pepper sprays have been “Making Grown Men Cry Since 1975” and are used by law enforcement agencies worldwide including most Federal, State, and Local police agencies.  

Drawing from the Inside Out

We will explore pencil, charcoal, and pastel drawing techniques and the communication of emotion through drawing in this class. We will work on still life and figures as we investigate seeing and drawing from the inside out. Beginners to advanced levels are welcome. Barbara studied at Bennington College and has over seventeen years’ experience in art education. She shows in numerous galleries locally, nationally and internationally and is a speaker on the connection of the arts and healing. $5 materials fee paid to instructor. Please bring 8x10 or larger drawing pad, pencils and sharpener.  For students who wish to try them, feel free to also bring charcoal and/or pastels. No class 2/23.