Personal Enrichment

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

with Melanie Crowe

May

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

Hampden-Tai Chi–Session 2

with Andy Stewart

May

May 13th to June 17th, 2025

$65 More Info

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art practiced in many styles. The “sun” style, which is the form Andy Stewart will be offering, has been the subject of rigorous scientific studies that reveal its health benefits, including cardiovascular support, improved muscle strength and flexibility, and increased balance for fall prevention. The practice entails a fluid movement and flow produced through the integration of mind and body. It has in fact been called “meditation in motion” and that phrase probably captures the essence of the practice better than any other. It is about balance, both physical and mental.

Time: 12:00-12:45pm

Session 2: Tuesdays, May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10 & 17

6 Weeks

Hampden-Strong Bones Exercise Class–Session 2

with Kate Peppard

May

May 13th to June 17th, 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

with Melanie Crowe

Apr

April 1st, 2025

$20 More Info

Do you have a digital camera but are not quite sure how to use the settings to capture the shots you want? Bring your camera and learn how to adjust the manual settings to take the photos you always wanted. Shutter speed, Aperture, and ISO will all be examined in this in depth look at how to use your digital camera. We will focus on the manual settings of your DSLRs, and learn how to choose the best setting for your desired shot.

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Hampden-Walking Club Winter Session

$8 More Info

Too cold, dark and slippery outside to walk? Join our indoor walking club. Please use a pair of goodwalking shoes (no boots). Stay on the ground level or challenge yourself by walking between thefirst and second floors. This is an independent program with no instruction provided.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday, at Hampden Academy (No walking club during school closures)

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Hampden–First Aid

with Chad Kirkpatrick

Apr

April 15th, 2025

$65 More Info

First aid principles will be covered in this hands-on, one night course. Topics include bleeding, shock, injuries, sudden illness and more. Students can receive an American Heart Association HeartSaver certificate after completing the course.