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Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education



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Beginner Guitar
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Beginner Guitar

$50

with Jeffrey Chaplin

Have you ever wanted to learn guitar? This class is for students just starting out. You will learn the basics about music and guitar. You will be instructed on chords, songs, light improvs and melodies, and gain the basic skills and confidence to become a beginner guitar player! Ask a friend to sign up with you and learn and practice together! Bring an acoustic guitar or let us know if you need to borrow one.
Ballroom Dance Basics
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Ballroom Dance Basics

$115

with Elizabeth Converse

Calendar Current session started Mar 25, 2025 at 6:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Ballroom Basics is a six-week session covering two ballroom dances, Fox Trot and East Coast Swing. The goal is to feel comfortable dancing through a full song - and have fun! Perfect for beginners and returning dancers - strong basics are for everyone. You will receive in-class instruction, handouts, and a weekly follow-up email. No partner or dance experience is necessary, just bring your willingness to learn!

Beginner Plus Guitar
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Beginner Plus Guitar

$50

with Jeffrey Chaplin

Have you started to learn chords and songs, and are you looking for more formal instruction or the next step in your guitar playing? This class will build your confidence and take you to the next level. Jeffrey will teach you about music and songs, and different styles of music, and help you advance your guitar playing ability.

Intermediate Guitar
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Intermediate Guitar

$50

with Jeffrey Chaplin

This Intermediate Guitar class is ideal for those who know the basics and want to take their guitar knowledge to the next level. You will learn more about improvisation on the guitar, as well as more music theory. This class will help you more intricately understand and advance your guitar playing.
Introduction to Spanish I
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Introduction to Spanish I

$30

with Meredith G. Morehouse

Whether it's for travel, work, Spanish-speaking friends/family, the music, or just a new challenge, there are many reasons to start learning Spanish. What's yours? In this fun, interactive class, you’ll learn basic Spanish, understand the eight ways it differs from English, and start reading, writing, listening, and speaking on Day #1. Subject matter will be tailored to your interests and goals. Having a dinnertime class on “Taco Tuesdays” means you’re encouraged to bring one! Class meets for 4 weeks, April 1, 8, 15, and 29, with April 22 off for spring break. Bring your pen & paper or digital note-taking materials.

Hawaiian Hula Dance Class
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Hawaiian Hula Dance Class

$72

with Nirakazi Diliiza

Aloha! Are you interested in Hawaiian Hula dancing? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn the basics of Hawaiian Hula. Learn about the Hawaiian culture and learn simple choreography to Hawaiian songs. Hula is a great way to connect with Hawai'i, and learn the language, history and culture. Come experience the beauty of Hawaiian Hula dance and experience the Aloha spirit of Hawai'i. All are welcomed! Wear loose clothing and bring a pen and paper for note-taking.

Drawing for Beginners
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Drawing for Beginners

$58

with Donna Kantor

It's never too late to learn! No experience is necessary or expected. A class that introduces the nuts-and-bolts approach to a structured drawing process. A variety of mediums will be used - graphite in different forms and charcoal in block, powder and vine. Materials provided for in-class use.

What's on Your Utility Bill?: Understanding Electric and Political Power

Free

with Lucy Hochschartner

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 23, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Have you noticed your electric bills rising? Are you struggling to keep up with payments? Join us to learn exactly what all the charges are on your electric utility bill. We will go over the difference between delivery and generation charges, where things like storm costs and utility profits end up on your bill, and most importantly, how we can bring them down. This session will also be an opportunity for you to share your critical knowledge — about what it is like to be a utility customer. Electricity prices are rising and more than 100,000 Maine households are struggling to pay. Join Maine Conservation Voters to help you understand electric and political power, where to look to access assistance programs, and how to engage in efforts to reform the system. 





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