TURNER — MSAD #52 Adult & Community Education has announced its Fall 2011 schedule. Offerings begin the week of Sept. 19. Register and pay online at msad52.maineadulted.org. For more information, call 225-3478.

In French for Beginners, you will learn to converse and speak in this beautiful language.

Or select Spanish for Beginners. Spanish is used everywhere – travel, friends, work. You can learn the basics of the language in this class.

If you have two left feet, sign up for Ballroom Basics and learn the basic steps of the foxtrot, waltz, jitterbug and East Coast swing. This class is great exercise and great fun.

Accomplish the goal of having a nice, courteous dog by learning corrections for behavior problems in Dog Obedience classes. Dog’s rabies shots must be current. Leashes and collars need to be approved by the instructor.

Become a Beacon Hospice Volunteer with a free 21-hour training course and prepare to support patients and their families in very meaningful ways. This is a fascinating exploration into hospice and their unique and comforting approach to care for the mind, body and spirit at the end of life.

Cross another thing off your bucket list and learn to run a 5K. The Couch to 5K with Weight Management course is great for all ages. Nutrition tips and running techniques will be provided.

In Pilates and Yoga, strengthen your core while increasing flexibility and balance and controlling your weight. This class is about self preservation and good for all ages.

Sign up for Fun with Paper Crafting and make Halloween cards and treat boxes, Christmas cards, gift card holders and stocking stuffers. Beginners and experienced crafters are welcome.

Learn carving basics and create a simple, lovable pig in a beginners’ class . All the basic cuts for beginning carving will be taught. You will also learn how to sharpen your knives. Students will need pencil, magic eraser, Kevlar glove and carving knife.

As the seasons change, so do our bodies. Prepare for this transition into fall by learning different detoxing techniques including the roles of food, herbs and physical therapies. Customize your own detox program to lose weight and feel healthier in a one-night workshop.

Learn basic Jewelry Making skills, bead sizes, findings and materials. In this class you will make a necklace, bracelet and earrings. Tools will be lent to students for class.

Avoid the five most common mistakes with personal finances in How Money Works. Learn how to become debt free and financially independent in this one night class.

Starting Sept. 26, MSAD #52 offers a class for youngsters 12-14 years old entitled CSI Turner. It’s a chance for them to become a Junior Forensic Scientist (aka a CSI). Learn about collecting evidence, “processing” a crime scene and discovering clues to a mock crime scene.

Cross Bow Safety will be held Sept. 27 for students who have completed the Bow Hunter Safety Class. Bows will be provided by the instructor.

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