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This week's Great Escape idea will help you tune into your mind and body.

The electric bills arrived recently and with them was a flier for a great opportunity to escape and mingle while bettering your mind and body: The Wakefield Community Education Program.

Offered twice a year, the Community Education Calendar and registration is available now. In a recent Patch article, an SAT preparation class for your high school age children was mentioned, but what about education for you, the parents? There are multi-week classes or single night seminar options that would make a great get away that can benefit your brain at the same time. These classes are also affordable so they make your escape a frugal one.

Here are some examples:

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Need some stress relief, anti-aging tips, and weight control? Try the Chinese Medicine/Acupressure Exercises course. The fee is $36 per person. This sounds like all of the issues that a parent faces regularly. Ready to put this into practice visit a local salon that provides some of the learned services.

Thinking of buying a home for the first time or taking the next step up?  Try the How to Buy & Finance a Home a three evening seminar that is only $20 per person or couple. After your course if you are feeling comfortable with the home buying or selling process and are ready to take the next step then contact a to assist you.

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Looking for something artistic or language related? There are courses in Italian, Spanish, Choral, Quilting, Photography, or The Art & History of Cinema.

Seeking something to help with your family or finances? There are courses in How to Get Debt Free, Lowering the Cost of your Child’s Education, Cat Behavior and Canine Learning.  All of these can be helpful in managing a household.  Continue your pet’s training .

Looking for something physical? Try the Volleyball, Golf, or Yoga course offerings and maybe jump start your spring fitness routine. If you want to continue past the class try a team sport or a .

Get out and mix with people in the community. Attend the Wakefield Community Education Open House this Monday, March 7, 2011 at Wakefield High School in the Café. There will be course overviews and a chance to meet instructors and register for courses. 

For more information or to register call the hotline at 781-246-6444.

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