1stDownTots is a playful introduction to flag football designed just for our youngest participants. Through fun games and movement activities, children build basic coordination, listening skills, and confidence while learning to run, catch, and play together. Focus is on participation, teamwork, and having fun in a supportive environment. Parent or caregiver participation is required.

Where art meets engineering! Break down Pokémon characters into basic shapes like a pro artist, then design pieces that fit together precisely into buildable 3D puzzles. Pokémon is a trademark of Nintendo of America Inc. and not affiliated with this camp.

Design and 3D print your own toys and puzzles! Model fidget spinners, maze puzzles, action figures, and board game pieces in TinkerCAD. Learn CAD fundamentals and watch your digital designs come to life. Please note: registration will close prior to winter break on 12/18.

Advantage Educational Programs gives students the option of preparing for the ACT exam in two different ways: in-person or online. Both courses are designed for students who want to maximize their ACT exam score, as well as those who feel uneasy about their test-taking skills, or those who have taken the exam and aren’t satisfied with their results. The course includes diagnostic testing, instruction in time management, overcoming test anxiety, science reasoning, English strategies and review, essay writing, reading comprehension, math strategies, and review. Please bring notebook paper, pencils, calculator and a small 3-ring binder or folder to class. Students enrolled in these classes not only benefit from personal instruction provided by our experienced instructors, but also have free access to our online course. For more information, call Advantage Education Programs at 612-222-5108. Any students who are registering as repeat students who have previously paid should register for the self-paced virtual class at no charge.

This course is an excellent alternative for any student unable to attend an in-person class, but still prefers the interaction with an instructor. The live virtual ACT prep course is the same as the in-person ACT course, but from the comfort of your own home. Our instructors teach live via Zoom and are available to answer questions if needed. You will need an internet connection and a computer/tablet/smart phone. Instruction for all areas tested will be provided with focal points on diagnostic testing, science reasoning, math review and strategies, reading comprehension improvement, English strategies, writing essays, overcoming test anxiety and time management. Please have notebook paper, pencils and a calculator available. Once enrolled, students are sent a link via email for their class. For a complete list of ACT prep class locations, go to www.AdvantagePrep.net or call 612-222-5108.

Bring your own basketball. All players must enter through the Orono Activities Center and check-in at the front desk. For ages 18+. No children for safety reasons. Season Pass: $88 purchased online only (September - December) Drop In Fee: $5 cash (paid at the front desk upon arrival) Orono Activities Center Members: Free *For weather related closings, please check our website for up to date information: ac.oronoschools.org

Bring your paddle. Balls provided. Courts are separated by level of play and all levels are welcome. All players must check in at the Orono Activities Center front desk. For ages 18+. Season Pass: $ purchased online only (June - August) Drop In Fee: $5 cash (paid at the front desk upon arrival) Orono Activities Center Members: Free

Unlock the full potential of your Apple Watch! This hands-on class will teach you to confidently navigate your device, customize watch faces, and master essential peace-of-mind safety features. You'll learn to verify your Medical ID, activate fall detection, and use the SOS emergency function. Turn your watch into the ultimate personalized assistant for your health, safety, and daily life.

Join us for an art adventure where you’ll discover amazing artists from history and explore exciting art movements like the Renaissance, Cubism, Impressionism, and more! In each class, we’ll paint, draw, sculpt, and experiment with fun media! Every class brings a brand-new creative challenge where you’ll explore your imagination, and create awesome masterpieces to take home!

Calling all artists! Join us this fall for our after-school art club with Instructor, Gaby from The Art Room! We will explore a variety of different art media and let our creativity soar! We will display our art in a final gallery show on the last day of class. (Details for gallery show will be sent later in the season).

The first year with a baby is full of growth, questions, and special moments. Our Baby & Me ECFE class is for babies and their caregivers to connect, play, and learn together. Each week, you and your baby will enjoy songs, simple play activities, and opportunities to explore together. Caregivers will also have time to connect with other parents and talk about the joys and challenges of life with a baby. A parent educator guides conversations and shares research-based insights on topics like development, sleep, feeding, and building strong relationships with your baby and the community. While our child educator leads circle time, with music and connections with your child. The class runs all year, but we invite you to sign up for this Baby & Me class at any time! For your convenience, you can sign up by trimester or for the full year. Trimester Dates: #1501A Trimester 1: September 17-November 19 (no class October 15) #1501B Trimester 2: December 3-February 18 (no class December 24, December 31) #1501C Trimester 3: February 25-May 13 (no class March 4, March 25) When registering, please select the appropriate fee based on your family's income per the chart below. Full Year Income RangeMonthly FeeAdditional Child Monthly Fee$95,000+$80.00$23.00$75,000 - $94,999$60.00$20.00$60,000 - $74,999$47.00$17.00$45,000 - $59,999$34.00$14.00$25,000 - $44,999$20.00$10.00$0 - $24,999$0.00$0.00 Trimesters Income RangeFirst Child Registration FeeAdditional Child Registration Fee$95,000+$240.00$69.00$75,000 - $94,999$180.00$60.00$60,000 - $74,999$141.00$51.00$45,000 - $59,999$102.00$42.00$25,000 - $44,999$60.00$30.00$0 - $24,999$0.00$0.00

Ready to take your sourdough beyond the basic loaf? Designed for those who already know the fundamentals, this workshop builds on the basics to make baking more flexible, creative, and fun. You’ll learn about flavor inclusions, dough lamination, advanced shaping, troubleshooting, and clever ways to use discard, all with an emphasis on real-life baking rather than perfection. Enjoy live demos and plenty of samples so you can leave ready to confidently experiment at home. (Prerequisite: Taking the "Doh!" out of Sourdough or comfort baking a basic loaf). What to bring: Large mixing bowl Tea towel/kitchen towel Spatula Kitchen scale (if you have one) Note: For best results, sourdough is typically baked in a Dutch oven. The instructor will share alternative baking options during the workshop, but if you’ve been thinking about getting (or borrowing) one, now’s a great time! A minimum 4–5 qt size is ideal. Children ages 14 years or older may enroll with an enrolled adult. The class duration may vary slightly based on group size and discussion, please allow for a little extra time at the end.

Join us for a full-body Pilates strength training with a focus on your core. Receive the extra “bonus” using props such as weights, bands, and exercise balls, to strengthen all large muscle groups including your glutes, legs, arms, and shoulders.