Personal Enrichment

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Birch Bark Ornaments

with Sandi Cirillo

Nov

19

November 19th, 2024

$35 More Info

We'll learn about birch bark and its many properties as we create ornaments made from this wonderful material. Bring scissors to class and any other embellishments you might have at home (dried flowers, buttons, beads, etc) that could be incorporated in to your design. Each student will hopefully be able to make 3-4 ornaments for their home or to give as gifts. Materials included in the registration fee. Registration is required by November 2nd.

Defusing Challenging Behaviors: How to Effectively De-Escalate Your Child

with Shannon King

Nov

4

November 4th, 2024

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What is the best way to quickly defuse your child's challenging behavior in the heat of the moment? Yelling at them? Punishing them? Grounding them in their room for a week? Or giving "Show 'em who's BOSS" vibes. Using these harsh methods will only add fuel to the fire. And the point is NOT TO make things worse in those intense situations. Join us in learning to remain calm and use different techniques that can help defuse a situation before it gets worse? Please pre-register to attend online at www.parentnetwork.org or to attend in person pre-register at www.rsu25.maineadulted.org or call 207-469-2129.

Beginning Drawing

with Sandi Cirillo

Oct

16

October 16th, 2024

$40 More Info

If you've ever wanted to try your hand at drawing, this workshop is just the ticket. We'll focus on drawing techniques using a variety of drawing media. You'll finish the workshop with a clear idea of drawing as art form and if you want to develop your drawing talent further. All drawing supplies are included. Materials are included in the registration fee. Registration must be done by 10/9/24.

Shibori Silk Scarves

with Sandi Cirillo

Dec

5

December 5th, 2024

$38 More Info

In this class students will learn about shibori, the Japanese art of dyeing on silk to create various patterns and designs. Using a PVC pipe to create our first scarf will be followed by each student getting a chance to free paint their second scarf if so desired. Let your creativity and imagination flow using silk dyes and fabric. These scarves make great gifts or wear your own scarf design with pride. Materials are included in the registration fee. Registration is required by November 28th.

Impulsively & Disruptive Behaviors in Children & Youth

with Shannon King

Dec

2

December 2nd, 2024

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All children and youth have outbursts from time to time, however some do have more difficulty in their ability to regulate their emotions and behaviors even when adverse consequences may occur. This lack of self-contol can cause significant distress or impairment in a child's or youth's life. A number of different diagnoses are unified by impulsive and disruptive behaviors including oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder (CD), and impulse control disorder (ICD). In this workshop you will learn more about the disorders defined in the chapter on disruptive, impulse-contol, and conduct disorders by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), what treatments are available, and what parents/caregivers can do to better respond to impulsive and disruptive behavior. Please jpre-register to attend online at www.gearparentnetwork.org or to attend in person re-register at www.rsu25.maineadulted.org or call 469-2129.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) Information session

with Newcastle FA

Oct

15

October 15th, 2024

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FA offers a solution for people who are overweight, underweight, and/or obsessed with food, weight of dieting. At the session you will hear more about FA and from people who have found a solution throught the FA program.

For access information call Sharon at 207-250-7373 or email fa.newcastle.maine@gmail.com

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