BRIDGTON — Six classes will be offered in person at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 42 Sweden Road (Rte. 93), Bridgton, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon from January 23 through February 2. Masks are optional. This is a new location for classes and a new name for the group – it was formerly Senior College at Bridgton.
The Mighty Moose and the White-tailed Deer, Tuesday, January 23
One is slowly disappearing, and the other is growing and thriving. Why is it becoming more difficult to see a moose in the wild? What makes this giant so vulnerable? What is the relationship between the white-tailed deer and moose? If you are interested in finding out more about these animals, come to this informative program. It will also be a hands-on program where people can feel the weight of a pair of moose antlers and touch the bleached bones of a moose. This will run an hour to an hour and a half long. The instructor is Tom Durkin.
Stage Door (1937), Thursday, January 25
This film is a lovely example of a 1930s musical, notable for its large cast of female actors including Ginger Rogers (without Fred, for a change), and Ann Miller. Adolph Menjou plays the much put-upon producer of the women who enter through that stage door. The instructor is Margaret Reimer.
Trees From the Inside Out, Friday, January 26
Winter may seem a not-so-good time to learn tree ID, but it’s all about the three Bs: branching, buds, and bark. We’ll get to know the three Bs of some of Maine’s most common tree species, and also how a tree works from the inside out. The instructors are Leigh Macmillen Hayes and Dawn Wood.
Lovewell’s Fight and the Bounty Hunters at Lovewell Pond, Tuesday, January 30
In 1725, Captain John Lovewell and his men attempted to surprise a group of Abenaki Indians at Lovewell Pond. Instead, they were ambushed by Chief Paugus and a larger number of Abenaki in a 10-hour-long battle. That battle left Lovewell and over a third of his men dead or dying and a large number of Abenaki dead and wounded. This fight has been memorialized in New England in stories, myths, legends, and songs for over 176 years. The instructor is Paul Bibeau.
The History of Maine Minerals and Gems. Thursday, February 1
This course will discuss the history of the Maine Minerals and Gems Museum and his career as a professional gem cutter and metalsmith. Western Maine is known for tourmaline and other gemstones found in our area. The Maine Mineral Museum in Bethel, Maine showcases displays from mining to jewelry to meteorites. The instructor is Jim Mann.
Qi Gong: The Most Ancient Form of Chinese Healing, Friday, February 2
Qi gong (pronounced “chee gung”) can be practiced by anyone, regardless of physical ability or challenge. It is both an invitation and a pathway to self-knowledge, self-healing, and greater consciousness. In this session you will learn about qi gong as well as experience it within your body (and no need to leave your chair). The instructor is Theresa Puckett.
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The Lake Region Lifelong Learning is the home-town program for anyone 50 years or older in Bridgton and surrounding Lakes Region communities to learn new things and meet new friends. There are sessions in the spring, fall, and winter each year that are designed to appeal to every interest. Membership is open to any senior in the Lakes Region.
Reservation Forms are available at the Bridgton Library and at the Lake Region Lifelong Learning website http://www.seniorcollegeatbridgton.org. Everyone should fill out the Reservation Form by January 19 to reserve a space in the class (es) you wish and return the form. If you joined or rejoined in September 2023 the winter classes are free. If you are not a member, please enclose a $25 check if you wish to become a member.
Classes are $10 for each class you wish to attend. Mail to: Senior College at Bridgton, P.O. Box 308, Bridgton, ME 04009 If you have questions contact Kappy Sprenger, Senior College Registration, at 207- 647-5593 or seniorcollegebridgton@gmail.com.
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