Spend an evening with Riverside Adult Education RSU 22, RSU 26, RSU 34 Hampden, Newburg, Winterport, Frankfort, Orono, Old Town Hampden. Newburg Winterport Frankfort Winter 2020 Session Course Offerings

About Us College Transitions http://orono-hampden.maineadulted.org Our College Transitions program is designed to help Director: Rebecca Cross students successfully prepare for and navigate college. Contact us email: [email protected] if you would like to discuss College Transitions services such as career path advising, college readiness courses, Accuplacer prep and testing, or college application assistance. We may also provide RSU 22 Algebra, Biology, or Writing for College courses. Site Coordinator: Elizabeth Soule Email: [email protected] ACADEMIC CLASS SCHEDULE Address: Hampden Academy 89 Western Avenue LOCATION MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

Hampden, ME 04444 Orono ENGLISH LEARNING LAB MATH LAB Phone: 207-862-6422 5:30 - 8:00 PM 5:30 - 7:30 PM 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Old Town ENGLISH SOCIAL 5:30 - 8:00 PM STUDIES RSU 26 5:30 - 8:00 PM Site Coordinator: Judith Santos HISET PREP/ TESTING HISET PREP/ Email: [email protected] 6:00 - 8:00 PM TESTING Address: 14 Goodridge Drive 6:00 - 8:00 PM Orono, ME 07773 Hampden HISET PREP/ HISET PREP/ Phone: 207-866-4119 TESTING TESTING 5:30 - 8:00 PM 5:30 - 8:00 PM

RSU 34 ***Class Cancellation Policy*** Site Coordinator: Sue St. Louis NO REFUNDS UNLESS COURSE IS CANCELLED BY SCHOOL Email: [email protected] Evening classes are automatically cancelled when schools cancel Address: 203 Stillwater Avenue day or afternoon programming due hazardous weather. Classes Old Town, ME missed due to school cancellation will be rescheduled. Programs Phone: 207-827-3906 are not held during school vacations.

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POSTAL CUSTOMER RSU 26 AND RSU 34 CLASSES - Orono / Old Town

Health / Wellness / Fitness

DanceFitFam Featuring today's top music hits, this energetic, exciting and fun dance fitness class is designed to make you sweat! Get ready to let loose and work it out in this judgment free zone! Location: OTHS Cafeteria Wednesdays, beginning January 8 6:00-7:00 pm Cost: $30 for 6 week session Instructor: Amy McFalls

Heart Rhythm Meditation In this 6-week introductory course to Heart Rhythm Meditation, we’ll learn to recognize and regulate our internal rhythms and feelings, and hone our abilities to redesign our attitudes and actions. We’ll apply this practice to our health, relationships, and goals, allowing us to take on larger challenges with less stress. Heart Rhythm Meditation can: * Expand your concept of who you are, and broaden your scope of awareness. * Create states of stillness, alertness, peace, and insight * Physically strengthen your heart, stabilize its rhythm, open your circulatory system, and oxygenate your blood stream. Each participant will receive their own personal journals, and copies of “Living from the Heart,” by Puran and Susanna Bair, founders of this meditation practice. During each meeting we’ll practice Heart Rhythm Meditation, discuss our experiences, and make action paths towards self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and self-confidence. Location: Church of Universal Fellowship-Orono Tuesdays, February 4 - March 10 6:00-7:00 pm. Cost: $50 Instructors: Stephen Hodgdon & Paige Mitchell

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Is it really a thing? Did you know that within the U.S. up to 3 million individuals suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) per year? And that 4-6% of adults admit to suffering from "winter depression"? Stop by for this interactive discussion on this topic; it's sure to help you feel better! Location: Orono Tuesday, February 4 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Cost: $10. Instructor: Karen Ryla LCPC, NCC

Gentle Yoga Join Brooke Dupuy (RYT-200) for this six week course. It is a gentle yoga class suitable for those who are new to yoga, as well as those who have a more developed practice. We will practice breath work and meditation, and explore postures and movements to stretch our bodies and help relieve tension and stress. Location: Orono Wednesdays, February 26 - April 1 6:00-7:00 pm Cost: $35 Instructor: Brooke Dupuy

Steel Mace Flow (™) Fitness An ancient weapon and training tool turned mainstream for modern-day fitness, the steel mace holds the power to build stability, core strength, balance, shoulder mobility and functional strength. Using the Steel Mace Flow (™) System, participants will learn the structure and steps to move with 10 lb mace through a series of positions to create strong and beautiful flows. This unique fitness experience is both resistance training and artistic expression. Do something beautiful with your strength! Lighter weight steel and wooden maces will be available as well to make this strength art accessible to all levels. Location - Asa Adams Gym Mondays, March 2 - April 6 6:30-7:30 pm Cost: $30 Instructor - Emily McIntosh

General Enrichment

Financial Aid Essentials The Financial Aid Workshop will provide an overview of financial aid basics and the completion of the Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Discussion will include a review of the federal, state, school-based, and private funding sources. This class is intended for families of prospective or enrolled college students. All who wish to complete their FAFSA should bring the last two years' tax returns/financial details to the workshop. Discussion of the entire college application process can be had as well. Location: Orono Wednesday, January 22 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $10 Instructor: Kelsey Gosselin

Creating A Resume That Gets You Hired There's a lot of confusion when it comes to creating a resume that gets you hired. This 3-week course will show you the basics of creating a resume that can be easily updated and adapted to fit any job or career requirements. Participants will get one on one support from the instructor, education regarding what types of resumes make it to the hiring manager's desk, and will workshop their resumes with their classmates. Participants will finish the course with a firm understanding of how to create a resume from scratch, or update an outdated one. Location: Orono Mondays, February 3, 10 and 24 Cost: $15 (plus $5 material fee paid directly to the instructor) Instructor: Chelsea Castonguay

History of the Holocaust This 4 week course will begin with a history of the Holocaust including a brief history of the Jewish Religion, its persecution and the progression of the Nazi Ideology throughout Europe. We will then make the connection with the exploration of different ethical, legal, and moral issues related to the Holocaust. We will also explore modern day genocides in places like Rwanda, Darfur, and Bosnia. Other examples of genocide will also be discussed, for example, the Armenian Genocide in the early 1900s - which the United States just designated as a genocide. To tackle these difficult topics, we will be using first hand accounts from victims and survivors through the use of letters, diary excerpts, and testimony from survivors. There is no text book for this class - but you will receive information from me, the internet, and materials that I handout! Location: Orono February 24, March 2, 9, 16 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $25 Instructor: Mathy Terril -US Holocaust Memorial Museum Teaching Fellow

Canine Ownership/Obedience Training In this 2 week course learn about canine behavior and nutrition. See a demonstration on obedience and observe how the basics are taught. Meet our canine partners and learn how to raise your pet as a good citizen. Location: Orono Tuesday, February 25 and March 3 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $20. Instructor: Tarma Shena Introduction to Fly Fishing This course is designed to get you solidly grounded in the fundamentals needed to enjoy fly fishing. Topics covered include tackle selection and assembly, knots, fly casting, fish foods, artificial flies, fly fishing strategies, entomology, and wading safety. After completing this course, you should have all the understanding and skills necessary to catch fish with a fly rod on your own. Location: Orono Saturday February 29 9am - 4pm Cost: $65 Instructor: Kevin Tracewski, a registered Maine guide and author of the best selling book, A Fisherman’s Guide to Maine

Save Energy, Save Money, Help the Environment Would you like to learn how to save energy and save money? This class will teach you the tips and tricks for keeping warm this winter without spending more on your heating bill. You will walk away from this class with a better knowledge of your energy usage and its impact on the environment and your wallet. If you attend this class and you qualify, you may be eligible to receive free light weatherization services. We hope to see you there! Location: Orono February 26 6:00-7:00 pm Cost: $7 Instructor: Erin Ferril - Americorps Energy Efficiency Coordinator

Basic Fly Casting The goal of this course is to provide students with the casting skills necessary to fish effectively on your own. This is a “hands-on” course, so your time will be spent with a fly rod in hand, working on your own casting. Most instruction will be done in small groups, but casting suggestions will also be offered on an individual basis. Videotape analysis of your casting stroke will be provided. Students are encouraged to use their own fly rod and reel, but equipment will be available for anyone who needs it. Please do not buy new equipment just to take this course. Location: Orono Saturday, April 18 9am - 3pm Cost: $65 Instructor: Kevin Tracewski, a registered Maine guide and author of the best selling book, A Fisherman’s Guide to Maine

PetTech Pet First Aid and CPR Course This class includes CPR techniques, first aid skills, health care and wellness information for dogs and cats. Demonstrations will be done in class as well as hands on skill practicing. Every student will be required to demonstrate the skills learned. We will also have time for questions and storytelling. We believe discussing the "what if" situations allow for a better understanding of how to use these skills in real life scenarios. Additionally, the class includes our PetSaver™ 40-page handbook and upon successful completion, each participant will receive a certificate and a wallet card. Be prepared for the unexpected! Location: Orono Tuesday, March 3 Cost: $45 5:30-9:00 pm Instructor: Patricia Mey

Hobby Farming In this three hour course you'll learn about small sustainable farming, container gardens and an introduction to raising stock on limited average. Contributing to your families food supply can be easy and fun! Location: Orono. Monday, March 16 6-9pm. Cost: $20 Instructor: Tarma Shena

Legalized Marijuana, What does that mean for our kids? Marijuana Informational Presentation?: In this one night session, we’ll talk about what all this means for our youth and communities. Maine created a medical marijuana program in 2009, passed an adult use/commercial market marijuana law in 2016. Topics to be covered include: . Recognizing new marijuana products (edibles, extracts, wax) · Trends and the public health and safety landscape in states implementing medical and adult use/commercial market marijuana laws · Best practices to prevent youth substance use in Maine Location: Orono Wednesday, March 18 6:00-7:00 pm Cost: Free, but must register Instructor: Robin Carr-Substance Use Prevention Coordinator, Bangor Public Health & Community Services

Cooking / Baking & Food Preparation

Cooking Healthy, Vegetarian Indian Food (Two Sessions) In this 2 week course, the first class we will learn how to prepare Palak Paneer, which starts with preparing cottage cheese at home and using it with Spinach. This is a healthy, vegetarian dish and often a party favorite. We will prepare the companion sides for this dish. In the second class, we will learn how to prepare Gajar Halwa i.e., sweet carrot pudding as dessert and an Indian bread called Bhakri, which is made from an ancient grain called Jowar. Bhakri is a gluten-free flat bread that is healthy, fibrous and delicious. This is a hands-on cooking class. So come prepared to help out in the preparation and ask questions! Location: Orono Tuesdays, February 25 and March 3 (In case of storm, will be held following Tuesday) 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $30 Instructor: Avinash Rude

Culinary Knife Skills 101 In this one night class, through a combination of demonstration and practice, you will learn to slice, dice and Brunoise like a pro. You will learn about knives and how to care for them properly while practicing basic techniques. Please bring a paring knife, a chef knife along with a cutting board. Location: Orono. Wednesday, March 11 6:00 to 8:00 pm Cost: $10 (plus $5 material fee paid directly to the instructor) Instructor: Katie Fikes

Preserving Herbs Join UMaine Extension staff and learn different techniques to best preserve herbs. We will discuss freezing and drying, as well as infusing vinegars with herbs and the safety of infused oils. Participants will take home a jar of infused vinegar. Location: Orono Tuesday, March 24 6:00 - 8:00 pm Cost: $25 Instructor: Laurie Bowen

Technology

Introduction to G Suite: Google Apps for Everyday Use Learn how to get the most out of Gmail and other Google applications including Keep, Calendar, Drive, Docs and more. Basic knowledge for those with little to no experience to start, with the chance to pose questions about specific uses later in the evening. Optional creation of a Google account with hands-on training or simply watch and learn. This is a great training for small businesses! Location: Old Town Wednesday, February 12 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $10 Instructor: Kelsey Gosselin How to Get the Most Out of the Internet: A Guide As times change, so, too, do our resources at hand. This class will cover some basic but helpful ways to get the most out of the internet, including how to conduct a better search on Google, avoid scams, distinguish between reputable websites and 'tabloid journalism', find the best deals on hotels and flights, automatically find promo codes for online shopping, and plenty more. There will be a period for questions about specific topics, with hands-on training if desired. Location: Old Town Wednesday, March 4 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $10 Instructor: Kelsey Gosselin

Arts & Crafts

Quilting: This popular ten-week class is open to beginning and experienced. quilters. This fall we will be working on different projects which will appeal to quilters of all ability levels. Our instructor will be taking students on a ‘shopping trip’ the Saturday before class starts to help people purchase supplies for the class, so please register early. Location: Old Town Thursdays, January 9 - March 19 ( No class February 20 ) 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $40.00 Instructor: Sue Randall

Snowman Paint Night This one night paint and sip style class is intended for people who want a fun and creative evening out. The instructor is fun and easy to follow as she teaches you through creating your own painting. Come alone or invite friends, this is a perfect environment to flex your artistic muscles and have fun! This will be an acrylic painting of a friendly snowman. Feel free to improvise and choose your own colors while the teacher explains the method! Location: Orono Wednesday, February 5 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $10 Materials fee of $15 paid directly to the instructor Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius, Fine Artist and Illustrator

Misty Island Paint Night This one night paint and sip style class is intended for people who want a fun and creative evening out. The instructor is fun and easy to follow as she teaches you through creating your own painting. Come alone or invite friends, this is a perfect environment to flex your artistic muscles and have fun! This will be an acrylic painting of a hazy and misty island in the sea. Feel free to improvise and choose your own colors while the teacher explains the method! Location: Orono Wednesday, February 12 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $10 Materials fee of $15 paid directly to the instructor Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius, Fine Artist and Illustrator

Introduction to Digital Photography -Designed for the Beginning Digital Photographer Get the most out of your digital camera and learn from an experienced professional photographer how to take great photographs during this 6-week class. Topics covered will be: Basic Photographic Concepts, Digital Photography’s Strengths and Weaknesses, Workflow from Camera to Print, Basic Adobe Photoshop Techniques and Long-Term Digital Image Storage. Students must have a camera that can be controlled manually. This can be a DSLR, mirrorless, or even a “point and shoot” camera as long as it has a manual exposure option. Students also need to understand computer basics - primarily how to create folders and move files. Location: Bangor Tuesdays, Feb 25-March 31 6:00 - 7:30 pm Cost $65 Instructor: Michael Hallahan

Beginning/Intermediate Color with Watercolor Welcome to the wonderful world of color! If you are interested in learning about basic color theory for the first time, or maybe want to refine your knowledge, this is the class for you! The fun and fast paced class will keep you learning and challenged, while having fun. We will cover basic techniques such as color harmony, contrast, color values and light's relationship with color. Each week we will learn something new, and you will have a fun assignment to apply what you have learned! It will not be just color study, but we will apply your knowledge to actual paintings done in class and as homework. Location: Orono Four Week Class Wednesdays, February 26 -March 18 6:00-8:00 pm Cost $60 (Call/email for required materials list) Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius, Fine Artist and Illustrator

DIY Maine Pack Basket (Backpack style) In this all day/8 hour class you will come in with no basket weaving knowledge and leave with an incredible pack-basket that you made yourself! The class size is limited so that the instructor may help everyone individually and ensure they leave with a beautiful and functional basket. Not only will you have a new creation, but you will also have the skills to make it again. Pack-baskets are traditionally used for ice fishing but can be used for picnics, laundry, hiking, gardening, you name it! Kits can be purchased at the class if you would like to make more than one. Sign up with your friends and join the fun! Location: Orono Saturday, March 7 9:00 am-5:00 pm Cost: $35.00 (plus $60 material fee paid directly to the instructor) Instructor: Devon Kane

Character Design for Cartooning and Illustrating Learn about creating living, entertaining and fun characters in this class! We will cover drawing, inking, communicating, composition, shapes and lines in this course, designed to challenge you as an illustrator and cartoonist. We will cover ideas such as finding your personal style, creating believable characters and much more! Come in with your ideas and see them come to life in this exciting class. You will walk away more confident and skilled in creating living characters on a page. Location: Orono Wednesdays, March 25 -April 15 6:00-8:00 pm Cost $45 Materials fee of $5 paid directly to instructor Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius, Fine Artist and Illustrator RSU 22 Classes - Hampden

Health / Wellness / Fitness

Square Dancing Basics Come learn the very basics of a great recreational pastime in just 10 lessons. You will learn dance names, positions, formations, arrangements and many of the “calls” used in the world of Square Dancing. It’s fun, easy, and great exercise. No partner is necessary. Location: Hampden Citizens of Maine Building. Mondays, Starting February 3 for 10 weeks 6:30 - 8:30 pm Cost $35 per person Instructor Bob Brown

Strong Combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move. In a one-hour class, for 8 nights you will burn calories while toning arms, legs, abs and glutes. You will need to bring water and a mat and wear comfortable clothes/shoes. Location: Hampden Academy Mondays, February 3 - March 30 (No Class Feb. 17) 6:00 -7:00 pm Cost: $20 /8 weeks (punch card). Instructor: Danielle Johnson

Winter Walking Club Too cold, dark and slippery outside to get a walk in? Join our indoor walking club. Start out at our drop-in center where you can sit down and change out of your boots, into a good pair of walking shoes. Stay on the ground level or challenge yourself by walking between the first and second floors. This is an independent program with no instruction provided. Location: Hampden Academy Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, Feb. 4 - April 1 (No class Feb. 18, 19, 20). 5:30-7:00 pm Cost: $5 for the season

PiYo Live Stretch and strengthen every muscle with moves inspired by the best of Pilates and Yoga. It is low impact but high intensity. You will need to bring water and a mat and wear comfortable clothes/shoes. 8 nights Location: Hampden Academy Thursdays, February 6 - April 2 (No class Feb. 20) 6:00-7:00 pm Cost: $20.00/8 weeks (punch card) Instructor: Danielle Johnson

Hampden Academy Fitness Center The fitness center is open for public use on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. You will need to fill out a fitness waiver and sign in and out each evening. This is not an instructed class, there will only be a supervisor on site. Location: Hampden Academy Tuesdays and Thursday February 25 - April 2. 6:00 - 7:00 pm Cost: $20 per person.

Yoga Please join certified yoga instructor, Jessica King for a 60-minute yoga class incorporating meditation and movement. Classes are adapted for every ability level, beginners are always welcome! Location: Hampden Academy Tuesdays, February 11- March 31 (No class February 18 or March 3) 6:00 -7:00 pm. Cost $40 Instructor: Jessica King - Ashtanga Yoga and Meditation Instructor

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Is it really a thing? Did you know that within the U.S. up to 3 million individuals suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) per year? And that 4-6% of adults admit to suffering from "winter depression"? Stop by for this interactive discussion on this topic; it's sure to help you feel better! Location: Hampden Academy Thursday, February 6 6:00 - 8:00 pm Cost: $10. Instructor: Karen Ryla LCPC, NCC

Meditation Join Yoga and Meditation Instructor, Jessica King, for a 3-week meditation exploration journey. If you are new to meditation or are looking to deepen your practice Jessica will help guide you toward your meditation goals. Each of the classes will build on the last allowing you to practice the skills you are learning each week. Come dressed comfortably with a pillow or cushion to sit on (or use a chair), a blanket or warm sweater is also nice. Location: Hampden Academy Tuesdays, March 17, 24 & 31 7:15 - 8:15 pm Cost: $25 Instructor: Jessica King - Ashtanga Yoga and Meditation Instructor

Hospice Training Beacon Hospice volunteers help create an environment of comfort, compassion and dignity for our patients and their families. Volunteers enjoy listening to patient's stories, reading aloud, watching movies together, holding hands, sharing music or simply sitting. Hospice volunteer training will be made available along with a certificate of completion and a hospice volunteer ID Badge. Location: Hampden Academy Thursdays, February 6, 13, 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26 6:00 -9:00 pm Cost: $8

Basic First Aid Basic first aid principles will be covered in this hands-on, one-night course. Topics include bleeding, shock, injuries, sudden illness and more. Students will receive an American Heart Association Heart Saver certificate after completing the course. 1 night Location: Hampden Academy Tuesday, March 10 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $55.00 (includes cost of certificate) Instructor: Chad Kirkpatrick CPR This one night course introduces immediate lifesaving principles to correct airway obstructions and cardiac arrest in adults, infants and children. Students will receive an American Heart Association Heart Saver certificate after successfully completing this course. Location: Hampden Academy Thursday, March 12 6:00-9:00 pm Cost: $55.00 (includes cost of certificate) Instructor: Chad Kirkpatrick

Cooking / Baking & Food Preparation

Kids In the Kitchen - Pizza, Pizza, Pizza! Pizza three ways! Traditional dough, cauliflower crust and french bread. We'll get creative on the toppings and you be the judge of which is your favorite! This is a parent and me class for the little chefs that love to create in the kitchen. Location: Hampden Academy Wednesday, February 5 5:30-7:00 pm Cost: $7 for pair Materials fee $20 paid directly to the instructor Instructor: Kim Nason

Chinese Cooking Handmade Chinese dumplings with pork and napa cabbage filling; or with eggs and cabbage filling ( for vegetarians); or wrapped with eggs (gluten free). Location: Hampden Academy. Thursday, March 5 6:00 - 8:00 pm Cost:$10. Materials fee: $5 Instructor: Lily Crane

Dining on a Budget Whether you're cooking for yourself or for a family, come learn some techniques in saving money at meal time. We'll create some meals that won't break the bank! We'll use a few inexpensive ingredients like roast chicken, canned beans and colorful vegetables, to make a few delicious meals. Location: Hampden Academy Wednesday, March 11 6:00 - 7:30pm. Cost $7 Materials fee $20 paid directly to the instructor Instructor: Kim Nason

Delectable Doggie Treats Spend an evening making healthy, delicious dog treats out of common household ingredients. These will be rolled, cut out, and cooked in the oven. A variety of shaped cookie cutters will be provided, but if you have a particular cookie cutter that you think your dog will like, please feel free to bring it to the class. All other supplies will be provided. Monday, March 2 6:00 - 8:00 pm Cost $5 Materials fee $10 Instructor: Terry Deane General Enrichment Grant Writing 101 This course will include discussion and hands-on activities to help you find, apply for, and secure grants for your organization. Topics include an introduction to grants, grant seeking, and grant writing; tools to get your organization grant ready; resources to find good funding opportunities; how to prepare applications and proposals; and how to manage awards and other grant activities. Location: Hampden Academy Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19 7:00-8:30 pm Cost: $40.00 Instructor: Melanie Spencer - Certified Grant Professional, GPCI

Native Plants for the Home Landscape: Native plants offer very important food and shelter resources for wildlife, birds and beneficial insects. They play an especially important role in our ecosystem as more and more of our wild spaces are being developed. Learn how home landscapes can enhance biodiversity and gather some ideas for natives that will beautify and even address some challenging landscape situations. Location: Hampden Academy Tuesday, March 17 6:00 - 7:00 pm Cost $7 Instructor: Katherine Garland - Horticulturist for UMaine Cooperative Extension

History of Hampden - Hampden Mines There is gold and silver in Hampden! As a continuation of the History of Hampden lectures this talk will review the multiple mines that were dug (some up to 200 feet) in West Hampden around 1890. Find out what they found. Location: Hampden Academy Tuesday, March 24 6:00 - 7:00 pm Cost: $5 Instructor: David Parsons

Managing your Woodlot for Wildlife Learn simple things you can do to create habitat or natural food sources for a variety of wildlife. Location: Hampden Academy Tuesdays, February 25 5:30 - 7:30 pm Cost: $5 Instructor: Terri Coolong - Maine Forest Service

American Sign Language 2 This 6-weeks course will provide students with practice opportunities using the conversational and fingerspelling skills. Communicate in practical real-life contexts, and increase vocabulary, ASL grammar, facial expressions, fluency, and confidence. Prerequisite: should have previous experience in ASL 1 such as fingerspelling, alphabets, numbers, and basic vocabulary.Best for ages 16 years and up.No textbooks required. Handouts will be provided. Location: Reeds Brook Middle School Thursdays, February 6, 13, 27 and March 5, 12,19 6:00 - 8:00 pm Cost: $35 Instructor: Nieves Perez Besu Technology

Introduction to G Suite: Google Apps for Everyday Use Learn how to get the most out of Gmail and other Google applications including Keep, Calendar, Drive, Docs and more. Basic knowledge for those with little to no experience to start, with the chance to pose questions about specific uses later in the evening. Optional creation of a Google account with hands-on training or simply watch and learn. This is a great training for small businesses! Location: Hampden Academy Wednesday, March 18 6:00 - 8:00 pm Cost: $10 Instructor: Kelsey Gosselin

How to Get the Most Out of the Internet: A Guide As times change, so, too, do our resources at hand. This class will cover some basic but helpful ways to get the most out of the internet, including how to conduct a better search on Google, avoid scams, distinguish between reputable websites and 'tabloid journalism', find the best deals on hotels and flights, automatically find promo codes for online shopping, and plenty more. There will be a period for questions about specific topics, with hands-on training if desired. Location: Hampden Academy Thursday, March 19 6:00 - 8:00 pm Cost:$10 Instructor: Kelsey Gosselin

Arts & Crafts

Applique Class “Bright Star” - This is the third in the series of wool appliqué seasonal wall hangings. The blue seed background features the crow looking up at a tall snowman, with the north star in the sky. Several embellishments are included in the kit.. Sharp shears are needed. Bring any Pearl Cotton threads or floss that you have, or purchase some from the instructor. Bring you lunch or order out. Class limit is 8. Location: Hannibal Hamlin Plaza Saturday, February 1 9:30 am - 3 pm Course fee: $20 Materials fee: $28 (paid directly to the instructor) Instructor: Toni Philbrook.

Primitive Rug Hooking Learn the wonderful craft of old fashioned rug hooking - pulling strips of wool! This class is for both beginners and experienced hookers. Previous hookers may bring their own projects or purchase one from the instructor. Beginners may purchase a kit for a chair seat. There will be several designs to choose from. You will learn the basic techniques, plus cutting wool and how to finish your piece. Hooks and frames may also be purchased from the instructor. Bring your lunch or order out. Class is limited to 8. Location: Hannibal Hamlin Plaza Saturdays. February 8 and 29 9:30 am- 2:30 pm Course fee: $35 Materials fee for beginners - $35 (paid to instructor) Instructor: Toni Philbrook

Introduction to Digital Photography -Designed for the Beginning Digital Photographer Get the most out of your digital camera and learn from an experienced professional photographer how to take great photographs during this 6- week class. Topics covered will be: Basic Photographic Concepts, Digital Photography’s Strengths and Weaknesses, Workflow from Camera to Print, Basic Adobe Photoshop Techniques and Long-Term Digital Image Storage. Students must have a camera that can be controlled manually. This can be a DSLR, mirrorless, or even a “point and shoot” camera as long as it has a manual exposure option. Students also need to understand computer basics - primarily how to create folders and move files. Location: Bangor Tuesdays, Feb 25-March 31 6:00 - 7:30 pm Cost $65 Instructor: Michael Hallahan

Applique Class “Wonderland” - A doe is nestled in the evergreen trees of this wool appliqué 24” runner. The Delft blue background is perfect for the falling snow. Relax as you sew the hand embroidered stitches that compliment the appliqués. Sharp shears are required. Bring any Pearl Cotton threads or flocs you may have, or purchase some from the instructor. Bring your lunch or order out. Class is limited to 8. Location: Hannibal Hamlin Plaza Saturday, March 7 9:30 am - 3 pm. Course fee: $20 Materials fee: $32 (paid directly to the instructor) Instructor: Toni Philbrook.

Intro to Clay Handbuilding All skill levels welcome! Explore the basics of clay art and pottery making in this introduction to the ceramic arts. Learn how to make functional and decorative objects out of kiln fired clay. Use traditional hand-building techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab. Complete your works with surface decoration, print, and glazing techniques. Projects include pinch pots, bowls, vases, and more. The ideal class for beginners and those looking to brush up on their basics. Location: Hampden Academy Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 6, 11, 13, 25 6:00 - 8:00 pm Pick up finished work on the 28th Course fee $45 Materials fee $25 Instructor: Melanie Crowe

Parent + Child Valentine's Craft Parents and grandparents - bring your Littles in for a fun partner craft. Choose from two frame-worthy art activities - a thumbprint tree or painted handprints. Location: Hampden Academy Wednesday, February 5 5:30 - 6:30 pm Cost: $5 Materials fee: $5 Instructor: Lindsay Harrington Snowman Paint Night This one night paint and sip style class is intended for people who want a fun and creative evening out. The instructor is fun and easy to follow as she teaches you through creating your own painting. Come alone or invite friends, this is a perfect environment to flex your artistic muscles and have fun! This will be an acrylic painting of a friendly snowman. Feel free to improvise and choose your own colors while the teacher explains the method! Feel free to bring along a coffee or tea, a snack will be provided! Location: Hampden Academy Thursday, February 6 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $10 Materials fee of $15 Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius, Fine Artist and Illustrator

Misty Island Paint Night This one night paint and sip style class is intended for people who want a fun and creative evening out. The instructor is fun and easy to follow as she teaches you through creating your own painting. Come alone or invite friends, this is a perfect environment to flex your artistic muscles and have fun! This will be an acrylic painting of a hazy and misty island in the sea. Feel free to improvise and choose your own colors while the teacher explains the method! Location: Orono Thursday, February 13 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $10 Materials fee of $15 paid directly to the instructor Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius, Fine Artist and Illustrator

Still Life Painting: Skulls and Flowers Participants will learn a process for creating a harmonious and integrated composition at the same time they develop a symbolic visual language to poetically express their artistic voice. Location: Hampden Academy Wednesdays, March 4,11,18,25 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Cost: $20 Materials fee $35 Instructor: Adele Drake

Beginning/Intermediate Color with Watercolor Welcome to the wonderful world of color! If you are interested in learning about basic color theory for the first time, or maybe want to refine your knowledge, this is the class for you! The fun and fast paced class will keep you learning and challenged, while having fun. We will cover basic techniques such as color harmony, contrast, color values and light's relationship with color. Each week we will learn something new, and you will have a fun assignment to apply what you have learned! It will not be just color study, but we will apply your knowledge to actual paintings done in class and as homework. Dive in and learn how to create beautiful artwork all your own! Location: Hampden Academy Four Week Class Thursdays, February 27 - March 19 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $60 Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius, Fine Artist and Illustrator Call/email for required materials list

Character Design for Cartooning and Illustrating Learn about creating living, entertaining and fun characters in this class! We will cover drawing, inking, communicating, composition, shapes and lines in this course, designed to challenge you as an illustrator and cartoonist. We will cover ideas such as finding your personal style, creating believable characters and much more! Come in with your ideas and see them come to life in this exciting class. You will walk away more confident and skilled in creating living characters on a page. Location: Hampden Academy Four Week Class Thursdays, March 26 -April 16 6:00-8:00 pm. Cost: $45. Materials fee of $5 Instructor: Obrianna Cornelius, Fine Artist and Illustrator

Bath Bombs Come and learn how to make bath bombs and leave with the skills and a recipe to do it again! Location: Hampden Academy Wednesday, February 12 6:00 - 8:00 Cost: $7 Materials fee: $15 Instructor: Devon Kane

Resin Jewelry We’ve all seen cool resin jewelry in shops and boutiques. In this class you will learn to make pendants, earrings, charms and more. Epoxy jewelry resins are durable, usually clear or translucent, resins that come in two parts. When the two parts are mixed together, the epoxy from a liquid to a solid. You may add, pictures, sand, glitter, mica, and more. Materials will be provided, but if you have small, interesting pictures or items you would like to add to your project, please bring them. Location: Hampden Academy Monday, March 16 6:00 - 8:00 pm Cost: $10 Materials fee: $10 (paid directly to instructor) Instructor: Terry Deane