In this workshop you will create 3 beautiful decoupage scallop shells that can be used as trinket dishes or hung as art or ornaments. Choose from a wide variety of themes and prints to make your own design. This 4 step process is fun and easy to do! Each student will make 3 finished pieces-great for yourself, or to give as gifts.

Instructor: Lisa Young, coastalcraftworkshop.com

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Tuesday, April 9th, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $40, includes materials

In this landscape drawing workshop, you will learn the basic principles of composition and value by working from a landscape photo. There will also be the opportunity to explore the following techniques in charcoal: cross-hatching, shading and blending, blind contour drawing, and gesture drawing. We will meditate for a few minutes before drawing to help minimize inhibitions and fears associated with the creative process. A supply list will be provided when the class is determined to run. Open to beginners and those with previous drawing experience. 

An email link to this Zoom presentation will be emailed to participants. You will need a computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with audio and video capacity.

Instructor: Chris Reed 

Location: Online via ZOOM

Dates & Times: 

Session 1 - Monday, April 14th, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM

Session 2 - Monday, May 12th, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $30

This 50 hour course prepares participants to work in home health care or residential settings. Personal care, communication skills, observing, reporting and documentation will be taught. How to provide care safely and deal with emergencies, consumer rights, aging and illness are additional topics that should be covered in the class. CASAS Reading scores of 220 or above are required. Students must be 18 years of age or older and be eligible to work in Maine.

Please contact our office at 207-730-5040 for an application and to arrange a CASAS reading test.

Instructor: Orlene DeMatteo, RN

Dates & Times: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays 9 AM - 2 PM, March 25th - April 15th

Location: The Enclave, Scarborough

Cost: $325

For intermediate painters.  Let's continue to explore the magic of working with watercolor paint.  In my classes, I strive to make the complicated seem easier while using simple techniques and demonstrations.  You will have plenty of time to work through new projects each week while learning new ways of painting as we strive to improve our work.  I believe that everyone is an artist.  Join us for fun and relaxation each Tuesday night.

Instructor: Kathleen Gerdes

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times:

Session 1 - Tuesdays, March 4th - April 8th, 2025 (6 weeks) at 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Session 2 - Tuesdays, April 15th - May 27th, 2025 (6 weeks) at 5:30 - 8 PM

Cost: $88 

This presentation is intended for pre-retirees and focuses on planning for, saving for and spending in retirement. Reaching your retirement goals starts with developing a roadmap to help you put the plans and strategies in place to continue to build wealth and save for the future. During this session we’ll discuss important retirement planning factors, highlight smart investing tips and strategies, and examine some retirement income sources and how to make that money last.

Instructor: Lisa Brislin, CFP®, AAMS™, Private Wealth Advisor
Bio: Lisa is a Private Wealth Advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ at Hughes Wealth Advisors in Scarborough, Maine, with over 24 years of experience as a financial advisor.She is dedicated to assisting individuals in managing their finances and guiding them toward a successful retirement. Her approach is personalized, taking into account each client’s unique financial situation, goals and risk tolerance. Her dedication and passion for helping others make her an invaluable asset to Hughes Wealth Advisors and the clients she serves. *This is an informational event. There is no cost or obligation. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and CFP certification mark (with plaque design) in the U.S. (*this is a special disclaimer requested by the presenter..)

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: (the same information is offered on each date)
Session 1 - Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 at 6 PM - 7 PM
Session 2 - Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 at 6 PM - 7 PM 

Cost: FREE

Dough Bowl Candle: Learn how to create beautiful, aromatic candles using dried flowers and natural ingredients. Under the guidance of Jenn from Candlewood, you'll design and craft your own unique candle in a charming dough bowl. The combination of delicate dried flowers and spring decor with fresh scents will result in a truly special piece that you can take home and enjoy.

Glass Jar Lanterns with Dried Flowers and spring decor using Decoupage: Discover the art of decoupage and transform a simple glass jar into a stunning lantern adorned with dried flowers. You'll learn various techniques to apply and seal the flowers onto the jar, creating a beautiful and functional piece of decor. These lanterns are perfect for adding a cozy, rustic touch to any space.

Instructor: Jenn Paulin, Candlewood

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times:

Session 1 - Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM

Session 2 - Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM 

Cost: $65 - includes materials

Students enrolled in this certificate program complete 140 hours of classroom, laboratory, and clinical experience, meeting all state licensing requirements. Upon successful completion of the course and passage of the State Competency Exam, students will be eligible to enter the healthcare field under the direction of a licensed nurse. Students must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or the equivalent, and have a CASAS Reading score of 238 or above. 

Please call 207-730-5040 to request an application, interview, and Reading assessment. Deadline for applications is March 19, 2025.

Location: Piper Shores, Scarborough 

Instructor: To Be Announced

Dates & Times:

Session 1 - Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays, 9 am - 2 pm, April 22nd - June 27th

Cost: $1,200. Fee includes textbook

Are you a do-it-yourselfer who wants to give your yard a simple makeover or design a new garden?  Do you need to add curb appeal to the house you are getting ready to put on the market?  Or do you simply want to enjoy enhanced beauty in your backyard?

In this class, you will learn how to assess your needs, evaluate your site, come up with a plan, and select the right plants.

Instructor: Amy Witt

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Tuesdays, April 29th - May 6th, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $79