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Get to Know Your Local Library - McArthur Library

Free

with Nicole Clark

Calendar Apr 9, 2025 at 11 am

McArthur Library was originally a local church but became a public library in the early 1900s. Explore modern resources while touring this historic building. You can borrow a telescope from your local library, start studying your family tree there, and learn about Biddeford's past by looking through old images and newspapers. Additionally, libraries provide you at-home access to tens of thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, and even movie streaming–all free of charge!

Preregistration required.

Nicole Clark, McArthur Library's Adult Services Supervisor, completed her online Masters of Library and Information Science through Simmons University. She is passionate about showing people all of the amazing resources that public libraries provide in the modern age, where they have transformed from simple book repositories to vibrant and engaging community hubs.

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Beginner Guitar

$85

with Travis Taylor

Calendar Apr 9, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

It's fun to play the guitar, and you can't go wrong learning from a seasoned instructor and musician like Travis. Focus on learning the names of the strings and the first position notes before progressing to chords and strumming patterns. Before you know it, you will be playing music! No class 4/23.

Bring a nylon or steel-stringed guitar, soft or medium picks, tuner, and Hal Leonard Guitar Method Complete Edition: Book 1, 2 & 3 by Will Schmid and Greg Koch (approx. $20-25).

Travis Taylor has been playing guitar for a number of years and has been a member of a local band for quite some time. Additionally, he has more than 10 years of experience teaching guitar in the Saco school system.

Beginner Tai Chi Level II

$65

with Laura Huenteo

Calendar Apr 9, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Strengthen and deepen your Tai Chi practice by expanding your basic exercises while putting moves together to create a form. Some meditation practices may be included as an aid to further relaxation, stress reduction, and pain management. Chairs will be available for those that need them. No class 4/23. Wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes.

Prerequisite: Beginner Tai Chi Level I.

Laurie Huenteo received her Tai Chi certification through the Functional Aging Institute/Open Door Tai Chi. She has been practicing Yang-style Tai Chi and Qigong for 14+ years and teaching for the last five. She is passionate about teaching Tai Chi.

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Advanced Beginner Guitar

$85

with Travis Taylor

Calendar Apr 9, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 6 weeks

If you've taken Beginning Guitar or have some playing experience, expand your guitar playing repertoire! Discover additional tunes, first position chords, and get advice on spicing up your strumming. No class 4/23.

Bring a nylon or steel-stringed guitar, soft or medium picks, tuner, and Hal Leonard Guitar Method Complete Edition: Book 1, 2 & 3 by Will Schmid and Greg Koch (approx. $20-25).

Travis Taylor has been playing guitar for a number of years and has been a member of a local band for quite some time. Additionally, he has more than 10 years experience teaching guitar in the Saco school system.

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Beginner Adult Ballet

$99

with Morgan Sanborn

Calendar Apr 9, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Add movement to your weekly routine, learn something new, or even refresh skills from your past! Develop musicality along with a basic knowledge of ballet steps, including proper alignment along with the fundamentals of ballet technique. Each class will consist of barre and center work, along with exercises traveling across the floor. Students will also learn a brief history of ballet along with the historical context of steps and styles of classical ballet. No class 4/23.

Bring ballet flat shoes and wear something comfortable to move in.

Morgan Sanborn is a member of City Ballet of Boston and freelance artist with extensive background training and performing in multiple styles of dance and 25+ years of teaching experience. She is currently an American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum® Fellowship Instructor, certified in Progressing Ballet Technique, Pilates Academy International Mat, and working toward completing a comprehensive Pilates Apparatus Certification.

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CASAS Testing for CRMA Program Section 7

Free
Calendar Apr 10, 2025 at 10 am

CASAS tests assess a student's skill levels in English reading and writing comprehension. Testing waived IF:

  • you have CASAS tested within the past year and can provide proof of testing/score, OR
  • you have a CNA certification and can provide verification of certificate.

*Required for enrollment in Certified Residential Medication Aid Certificate Program.

If you are looking for times and dates other than this, please contact the Saco Learning Center (207) 282-3846 or learningcenter@rsu23.org to schedule a different day and time.

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CASAS Testing for CRMA Program Section 8

Free
Calendar Apr 10, 2025 at 11:30 am

CASAS tests assess a student's skill levels in English reading and writing comprehension. Testing waived IF:

  • you have CASAS tested within the past year and can provide proof of testing/score, OR
  • you have a CNA certification and can provide verification of certificate.

*Required for enrollment in Certified Residential Medication Aid Certificate Program.

If you are looking for times and dates other than this, please contact the Saco Learning Center (207) 282-3846 or learningcenter@rsu23.org to schedule a different day and time.

Will run

CASAS Testing for CRMA Program Section 9

Free
Calendar Apr 10, 2025 at 1 pm

CASAS tests assess a student's skill levels in English reading and writing comprehension. Testing waived IF:

  • you have CASAS tested within the past year and can provide proof of testing/score, OR
  • you have a CNA certification and can provide verification of certificate.

*Required for enrollment in Certified Residential Medication Aid Certificate Program.

If you are looking for times and dates other than this, please contact the Saco Learning Center (207) 282-3846 or learningcenter@rsu23.org to schedule a different day and time.





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