Prescott Community Center

This intensive three-hour course covers adult/child CPR and AED, adult/child/infant choking, and infant CPR. Following the course, you will be comfortable assessing a victim, checking for breathing, performing rescue breaths and chest compressions, and activating the emergency response system. You will also learn how to help someone who is choking, respond in other emergency situations, and use an AED. An American Heart Association course completion card good for two years will be emailed to participants following the course. **Optional: bring a yoga mat or towel for comfort during the hands on portion.** Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certification e-card within 2 weeks of your class date. To claim your card, you can either: Login to your American Heart Association account at heart.org/cpr/mycards. Check your email! It will be emailed to you directly from the American Heart Association (eCards@heart.org) with the subject line "Claim your AHA eCard". Here is what they are saying about Kierstin's class: "It was fun and it flew by. I have taken CPR classes before and they were so boring." "Instructor made everyone feel comfortable and was an excellent communicator." "The instructor, Kierstin Pane was fantastic. She injected the right amount of knowledge with some humor. This kept everyone in the class very interested." "Instructor was very knowledgeable and class participants were very engaged in learning. Enjoyable and very helpful class." "The instructor made the class fun and answered all our questions and gave a thorough presentation"

Get into the spirit of the season by creating stunning, one-of-a-kind ornaments that shimmer with color and personality! Using vibrant alcohol inks, you'll design eye-catching decorations that are perfect for gifting—or keeping for yourself. No experience needed—just a sense of fun and a willingness to let the colors flow! These fast-drying inks create mesmerizing patterns and unexpected effects, making each ornament a unique little work of art. Come play, experiment, and leave with beautiful ornaments! Workshop $40 | Material Fee $35

In this workshop, Dana Haigh will introduce the Alcohol Inks medium to create paintings of free flow of expressions. Alcohol inks are fast-drying and highly pigmented. They flow freely over any non-porous surface and have a mind on their own, allowing for a liberating approach to art and unexpected, spontaneous results. If you are open to just having fun and “going with the flow”, this is the medium for you to explore. Class $40 | Material fee $35

At the intermediate level of alcohol ink art, Dana Haigh will delve deeper into techniques, exploring more complex effects and styles. This includes experimenting with different paper types, mastering color blending, and creating more intricate designs. Class $40 | Material fee $35 This class is designed for those who have completed the Alcohol Ink Painting (for Beginners) workshop or have experience working with Alcohol Ink.

Join the experts from Rainbows End Apiary for a buzzing adventure into the world of honey bees! Discover the fascinating biology of honey bees and the art of beekeeping in this hands-on, educational experience. You’ll learn about hive structure, bee behavior, and the crucial role bees play in pollination and food production. Explore the health benefits of honey and pollen, peek inside a real hive, and try your hand with beekeeping tools. You'll also have the chance to shop a full selection of sweet treats and local products—and of course, taste test six varieties of delicious local honey and snacks made with honey as a natural sugar substitute! **Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.**

This class is designed for beginners with no prior ballet experience, introducing the student to the fundamentals of ballet technique. The class will be structured in a traditional format, beginning with barre work, followed by center work, and concluding with a stretching session. The emphasis will be on learning a ballet class structure, achieving correct body alignment, utilizing efficient body mechanics, developing good musicality, and exploring qualities and dynamics to progress toward a comprehensive understanding of ballet technique and expressiveness. Students will be guided to work safely and intelligently in pursuit of their physical potential. Students are required to bring a yoga mat (for stretching) and ballet shoes. Shoe recommendations are provided in the confirmation email.

Yoga practice begins with attention to the body and breath and is intended for everyone as part of a healthy lifestyle. We will practice a gentle Hatha based yoga that uses a combination of foundational yoga poses with the longer holds of Yin yoga, all with a focus on alignment, body awareness and breath practices. The pace is slower to allow for questions, individual assists and meditation practices within each class.

This class is an introductory course focused on Italian conversation. We will explore various topics, including Italian culture, geography, pronunciation, and grammar, all while having fun in an interactive environment. The class provides the community with an opportunity to learn basic Italian conversation skills and become comfortable interacting with Italians during various activities when visiting Italy. Instructor Alessandro looks forward to sharing this experience with you. The instructor will email the attendee the materials before each class. Attendees may view the materials on their devices or print them out themselves.

This online course examines instances in the past in which democratic states collapse into autocracy or dictatorship. We will take a pinch of political theory and mix it with a lot of traditional history in order to learn about the factors that weakened and then overwhelmed several democratic systems. We will discuss the collapse of the Roman Republic, France's First, Second and Third Republics, Germany's Weimar Republic, the Kingdom of Italy, the empire of Japan, and some countries that have become less democratic the past two decades, such as Russia, Turkey, Venezuela, El Salvador, and Hungary. **This is a virtual course on Zoom.**

Are you struggling to capture shape, proportion, or perspective? Do you spend hours correcting mistakes, or have trouble seeing what's wrong with your work? In this class, we'll develop a fundamentals skillset for producing recognizable images and clear likenesses: drawing. You'll learn a set of simple techniques for quickly and accurately rendering form, no matter the medium. This will not only improve your drawing, but will also help improve your painting, sculpting, and visual thinking. This class is open to all levels. Student is required to bring materials. A material list will be sent in your confirmation email.

Bring the whole family, ages 6 & up, for this fun and exciting Foam Dart Blaster event! Duck, dodge, and run to tag your friends at a distance while trying to achieve in-game objectives—then switch up the game and do it again! Practice integrity, sportsmanship, and teamwork during fun, fast games of foam dart blaster tag. Families are welcome to bring their Nerf-style blasters that use full-length foam darts to the event —we'll check them all for safety! Program $20 | Material fee $6 Students should bring: Nerf-style blasters that use full-length foam darts (optional), water bottle or sports drink, wear clothes you can move in, close-toed secure footwear (no crocs or similar) Instructors will provide: Nerf-Style blasters, foam darts, safety glasses, moveable cover, other game materials as needed If you'd like to purchase a your own blaster, here are some recommended models: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Adventure-Force-Pyrorap..., https://www.walmart.com/ip/Adventure-Force-Spectru... https://www.target.com/p/dart-zone-magnum-x2-super..., https://www.target.com/p/dart-zone-blitzfire-x2-co..., https://www.target.com/p/x-shot-skins-last-stand-b...

This course is great for those who are recovering from an injury, or want to focus on injury prevention. We will focus on a combination of mobility, strength, and flexibility in the different joints in our bodies, to create more durability and resilience. This is a slow paced class, and great for those new to yoga, or those who want a gentle yet intentional class. Please bring a yoga mat to class. What participants are saying about yoga with Emma: "This is my third session with Emma and they just keep getting better. She is very flexible with the format and adjusts to meet the classes needs. I will definitely register for the next session." "Emma is a great yoga instructor. She changes up the class to fit our needs but is always pushing us to be better." "Good structure and knowledgeable instructor." "Time is good. Class size is good. Emma the instructor is wonderful." "The instructor! Emma is knowledgeable, informative, and able to accommodate different age groups by modifying exercises. I also like how Emma has structured her classes by focusing on specific areas areas each week to strengthen our back."

Gift Certificates to Learn, Create, & Play at Prescott! Give the gift of experience! The perfect gift for any adult, child, or family! $25 $50 $100 Prescott has something for everyone with over 608 classes, workshops, seminars, & events in a year!

Mindfulness Pilates is an introductory course covering the essential level of Stott Pilates. The class will focus on learning the principles of Pilates, the mat work, and creating mind-body awareness. You can take Mindfulness Pilates as many times as you need to build strength, improve posture, and relieve stress. Props such as stretch bands may be used in class and are provided by the instructor. You may bring a thick towel or workout blanket for additional support. If you have an issue the instructor needs to be sensitive about (such as recent surgery, health conditions, etc.), please let Courtney know before class. Please consult your doctor before attending class if you have any health conditions. Please bring a mat, towel, water bottle, and stretch band (optional). Here is what they are saying about Courtney's Pilates Class: "Courtney is knowledgeable and very talented at teaching multiple levels at once. She is excellent at taking challenging things and making them approachable." "The instructor Courtney was awesome - she was able to differentiate for different fitness abilities and body types. I liked that it was a beginner Pilates class and she was really assuming we were all beginners as it was advertised. She was very patient and always played very calming music - also liked that the class was small - highly recommend!" "The instructor, Courtney, did a great job cueing and made the class fun."

This course is for new moms who want to rehab their bodies through intentional breath and movement, but can’t find the time with the busy schedule a newborn requires! Bring your baby (0-1) and learn some simple yet effective exercises you can do with your little one! All exercises will integrate our littles so they will be entertained and engaged while we are moving. This is a great course for moms who want to learn postnatal-specific exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor, reduce abdominal separation, strengthen the core, mobilize the hips, and strengthen the shoulders. You will leave this class feeling energized and ready to embrace life with a newborn! This is also a great opportunity to connect with other new moms in a friendly and supportive environment. Emma has been teaching yoga for 13 years, and pre- and postnatal yoga for 9 years. She has two kiddos aged 4 and 7 and loves helping moms feel confident in their bodies during this transformative stage into motherhood. Please bring a yoga mat, a towel or blanket to place the baby on, a water bottle, and wear something comfy and easy to move in. **This class takes place in an air conditioned studio.**

We will be walking with unique Nordic poles on our beautiful local trails. This creative walking technique originated in Norway and is now very popular across Europe. It boosts your cardio walking, plus the benefit of providing an upper-body resistance-strength workout, now using 85 to 90% of all body muscles you activate. The special poles are adjustable, shorter than ski or trekking poles, and they are secured with tightly attached hand straps that allow you to propel yourself forward. The poles and hand straps are helpful for stability, so anyone can do this! The unique walking technique requires a small learning curve that I will spend the time teaching to everyone. At the beginning of the first class, we will do some basic training. After the first class and we’ll quickly refresh our previous classwork and add some new suggestions for good results! Below are the trails for each week where we will meet. Possible Locations: Hayes Woods, Shepley Hill (soapstone quarry), McLain's Woods, Blackman Field/Rocky Hill Wildlife, Wharton Plantation. Sep 9: Fitch's Bridge Ice Line Trail - Meet at Fitch’s Bridge Parking lot near Pepperell Rd Sep 16: J Harry Rich Oxbow Loop - Meet at off-street parking at the intersection of Nod Rd and Common St. Sep 23: Groton Town Forest - Meet at Town Forrest Road Parking Sep 30: J Harry Rich Eagle Loop - Meet at off-street parking at the intersection of Nod Rd and Common St. Oct 7: The Throne Hill - Meet at the end of Castle Drive Oct 14: Nashua Mines Fall Park - Meet at the Mines Fall Park Parking next to Stellos Stadium and David W. Deane Skateboard Park ** We strongly recommend registering for the first class to acquire the basic training together.** ** CLASS REQUIREMENT: You must purchase a set of Nordic Walking poles. I suggest poles that are adjustable for height as this is key for optimal setup. Some adjust in three parts and I don't recommend them. Just a simple adjustment in the middle is good. I bought mine on Amazon and did NOT spend top dollar on them! The brand I have is FIZAN, but any that you can find that suit your budget is fine. Our first class will require you to have them in hand so we can get adjusted and learn how to use them before a trail trip. Ski or trekking poles do not work for the resistance control that this requires. **All proceeds benefit Prescott Community Center.** Here is what they are saying about Nordic Walking: "I liked the small group and being active outdoors on unfamiliar trails." "The instructor was very helpful and patient in teaching the use of poles. Each walk was different and enjoyable."

Step outside the studio and paint directly from the source. Working directly from the subject adds an urgency and liveliness that cannot be captured when painting from photo. Through a combination of plein air and still life practice, we will learn to break down visual information, even as the subject or lighting changes. We will work quickly, developing a body of studies across the weeks together. Ultimately, you will develop the skillset you need to paint whenever and however you like. Though designed for beginners, intermediate and advanced students will also benefit from the emphasis on speed, clear decision-making, and acrylic medium usage. Students are required to bring materials. A material list will be sent in your class confirmation email. Here is what they are saying about Abigail's Class: "Everything! Great class and instructor. Learned about all aspects of art from color mixing to perspective." "Friendly, talented instructor."