Personal Enrichment

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Hampden-Strong Bones Exercise Class–Session 1

with Kate Peppard

Apr

1

April 1st to May 6th, 2025

$65 More Info

Led by Kate Peppard, this class focuses on improving bone density and muscle strength using small hand and ankle weights in both seated and standing positions. The exercises are slow and controlled, for optimal benefit and safety. Strong Bones is open to all ages and abilities, and is perfect for anyone with osteopenia, osteoporosis, arthritis, weakness and/or balance issues.

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Hampden–Digital Photography: Capturing The Right Shot

with Melanie Crowe

Apr

7

April 7th to 11th, 2025

$40 More Info

This 3 night course is designed for students who have their own camera, have an understanding of how the camera works, and/or feels comfortable with digital photography. This course will cover basic photography concepts, how to compose the best photo, landscape photography, as well as taking photos in a variety of settings.

Hampden–Mahjong

with Susan McCallum and Brenda Willis

Apr

3

April 3rd to May 29th, 2025

$40 More Info

Mahjong is a fun and popular classic Chinese game of strategy and skill. This beginner class is for people who have no or limited knowledge of this Chinese tile game. Every meeting will include: an introduction to the tiles, an explanation of the Mahjongg card, an introduction to the tiles, an explanation of the Mahjongg card, and a chance to actually play the game in a relaxed environment.

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Date: Thursdays, April 3-May 29th (No class April 24), 8 classes

Hampden–Introduction to Clay: Handbuilding & the Pottery Wheel Session 3

with Melanie Crowe

May

12

May 12th to 22nd, 2025

$40 More Info

Satisfy your curiosity about clay! Come get your hands dirty in this fun introduction to handbuilding and throwing clay on the pottery wheel! This 4 week class will provide hands-on instruction covering the fundamentals of clay both handbuilding and throwing: centering, opening, pulling up and shaping your pots. You’ll learn about the stages that clay goes through – from wet, to leather-hard, to bone-dry and about the hand-tools used for trimming and creating texture on pots. Please wear casual, loose fitting clothes and closed-toe shoes that can get dirty. If you would like to hand build please call the office to register. We have four pottery wheels that will be shared and utilized during each session.

Time: 6:00-7:30 pm
Session 3: May 12, 14, 16, 22

Waiting list available

Hampden–Language Development from Birth to 5–CHILDCARE PROVIDED

with Monica Larrabee and Katherine Thibodeau

May

15

May 15th, 2025

$15 More Info

This presentation will discuss language development and vocabulary for children from birth to 5 years old, and the importance of early language development in grade school children. Included in the presentation will be how parents can boost language development and vocabulary learning in their children. The presentation is given by two Speech-Language Pathologists in the RSU #22 district. Childcare will be provided by the Key Club, with oversight from an adult ed staff member.

Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Date: Thursday, May 15

Hampden–Introduction to Clay: Handbuilding & the Pottery Wheel Session 2

with Melanie Crowe

May

5

May 5th to 15th, 2025

$40 More Info

Satisfy your curiosity about clay! Come get your hands dirty in this fun introduction to handbuilding and throwing clay on the pottery wheel! This 4 week class will provide hands-on instruction covering the fundamentals of clay both handbuilding and throwing: centering, opening, pulling up and shaping your pots. You’ll learn about the stages that clay goes through – from wet, to leather-hard, to bone-dry and about the hand-tools used for trimming and creating texture on pots. Please wear casual, loose fitting clothes and closed-toe shoes that can get dirty. If you would like to hand build please call the office to register. We have four pottery wheels that will be shared and utilized during each session.

Time: 6:00-7:30 pm
Session 2: May 5, 7, 9, 15

Waiting list available