The brain, like the rest of our bodily organs, ages over time. Some people may develop brain aging diseases that abnormally affect memory, cognition and functioning. People affected by brain aging diseases may exhibit symptoms that interfere with daily life. In this presentation we will discuss different diseases that impact the brain, how those diseases can impact day-to-day life and talk about some resources that are available for support and guidance.

This course continues with the planning of the play of the hand. The focus, will be on making a plan as declarer to have the best chance to make the contract, including managing entries to your hand and dummy, watching out for the dangerous opponent, handling the trump suit, putting all of the concepts together, plus a bonus lesson on Jacoby transfer bids. The course is based on materials sponsored by the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL). The student text for the class is available from bridge supply houses and through Amazon for a reasonable cost. Students should purchase "Play of the Hand in the 21st Century" by Audrey Grant at approx. cost of $20. ISBN-10: 0939460947. The corresponding teacher's manual is accessible online through www.acbl.org. Participants are encouraged to bring an open mind and a willingness to learn new methods and set aside older approaches to the game. Most of all, the class is intended to be fun and thought-provoking.

This course will cover Cannabis 101, focusing on CBD (cannabidiol), but also covering THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), CBG (cannabigerol), and CBN (cannabinol). This course will consist mainly of a power point presentation, but will also be interactive, including cannabis jeopardy.

Mindfulness has been credited with improving our physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeing. On this journey we will explore the basics, share resources and practice the skills. Come learn to stay present in the moment and better manage life’s daily challenges.

Communication is more than just talking and listening - it's also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone learns to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. The Effective Communication Strategies program of the Alzheimer's Association was designed to provide practical information and resources to help dementia caregivers learn to decode verbal and behavioral messages from people with dementia.

Is your "stuff" getting in the way of your life? Do you feel your home is crowded? Do you worry about how to organize or even give your stuff away? Do you worry your kids won't want your heirlooms, and do you wonder if that collection of Hummels/china/teacups/fill-in-the-blank may actually be worth something? Come to this class to learn the basics of how to downsize from an expert who runs her own large New England business doing just that.

Hip Peas Farm carries out the Market Garden tradition in Hooksett, NH. They use hand tools and bleeding-edge technology designed for small farmers to reduce labor times and increase efficiency. On their virtual tour, students will learn key tips on how to manage a successful, organic, no-spray farm in urban and peri-urban settings. Students will also learn to look at agriculture with a "Systems Approach,” by breaking down each function of the farm from the crop, to the soil, to pests, to the sales, and to customers, to figure out how to make each part complement the others.

This session is aimed at outdoor adventurers who travel the world hiking, trekking and backpacking. While it provides information specific to those activities, it also includes much practical information for all who travel abroad - packing tips, safety info, and disease prevention to name a few.

Let's play Betty Crocker or Alton Brown. Do you know what a climacteric fruit is? Why your hard boiled egg has that black ring around the yolk? How you can keep your cauliflower snowy white? Why you should not cover green vegetables when cooking? Let's look at the science behind these and several other food and cooking mysteries. Prior cooking knowledge not required, just an inquisitive mind.