Orono Community Education

Bring your own basketball. All players must enter through the Orono Activities Center and check-in at the front desk. For ages 18+. No children for safety reasons. Season Pass: $88 purchased online only (January - May) Drop In Fee: $5 cash (paid at the front desk upon arrival) Orono Activities Center Members: Free *For weather related closings, please check our website for up to date information: ac.oronoschools.org

Bring your paddle. Balls provided. Courts are separated by level of play and all levels are welcome. All players must check in at the Orono Activities Center front desk. For ages 18+. No children for safety reasons. Season Pass: $120 purchased online only (January - May) Drop In Fee: $5 cash (paid at the front desk upon arrival) Orono Activities Center Members: Free

This blended learning (online learning and in-person skills) session will help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies. Successful participants will receive a two-year Red Cross certificate for Adult and Pediatric (infant and child) CPR, First Aid and AED. Register at least 10 days prior to the in-person skills date, as time is needed to complete the online learning portion PRIOR to testing in person for the skills. This will allow you the time to complete lessons at your own pace. You will need to provide the instructor with proof of online completion in order to take part in the skills testing. Additional details regarding online learning session will be sent via email. A personal email address is required to receive class content. Registration Deadlines: September 8 - Register by August 29 October 6 - Register by September 23 November 10 - Register by October 20 December 15 - Register by November 17

Fused Glass Open Studio provides time and space to create fused glass projects for beginner and advanced participants. A facilitator will be on hand for advice and support. A $25 material fee will be collected at the studio for each new punch card. Participants are asked to bring their own glass (COE90-preferred), cutting tools and molds (sharing of materials is also an option). It is recommended that participants have taken at least one fused glass class before joining Open Studio. Punch cards have 8 punches and are valid for 12 months.

Gather the whole family and have fun baking and building your own gingerbread house from scratch! You’ll make gingerbread dough to create the house pieces and whip up royal icing to “glue” and decorate with candies. A detailed packet with the ingredient list, prep instructions, a gingerbread recipe, and a printable house template will be sent before class for easy preparation. Whether starting a new tradition or continuing one, this class will leave you with a beautiful gingerbread house and sweet memories to enjoy together!

Join us to find out what the buzz is all about! Patric Richardson, author of Laundry Love and House Love, will share his most popular and, practical tips and tricks in one fast-paced, fun evening! Learn how to sort, wash, and care for your clothing with confidence. Keep your home clean while saving money and tossing the chemicals. Have your laundry and cleaning questions answered, and leave ready to create a space you'll love to come home to!

Spend a fun and relaxing night painting. Local artist Kevin Kluever will guide painters of all abilities through a piece from start to finish. Explore your creativity and create your own masterpiece. REQUIRED MATERIALS: 11" x 14" or 8" x 10" canvas board. October: Fall Trees November: Dark Silhouettes Over Water December: Snowy Downtown Apartments

Stained Glass Open Studio provides time and space to work on your projects whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced worker. A facilitator is available for advice and support. Purchase an 8-session punch card and receive an area to store supplies, tools and your projects. Punch cards are valid for 12 months. Students can group order glass and supplies to save time and money. Park in the back, north side of the building and enter through Door 5.

Celebrate the season with a sweet baking experience! You'll roll, cut, bake, and decorate six traditional sugar cookies using fun, festive shapes, plenty of frosting and LOTS of sprinkles! Each child (ages 5 and up) or family must have at least one accompanying adult in attendance. After the cookie bake and decorate, a pizza bar and Ceasar salad will be provided for both the child and their adult. (Beverages available for purchase). Cookies can be enjoyed during class or taken home to share later. Please Note: Cookies contain gluten, eggs, and dairy. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate any dietary restrictions.

Even with the best of intentions, most people struggle to find the right words or deeds to support those they're close to who are grieving a loss. We will explore techniques to be more comfortable and better able to support the grievers you care about. It is intended for friends, family, or community members who want to learn how to support children, young adults, or adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. This workshop will: Provide an understanding of what grief is and how it manifests. Introduce meaningful steps for supporting someone who is grieving. Inform as to what to say and what to avoid, and suggest actions that are truly helpful. Children ages 14 - 18 years old may register with an adult registration.