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Ferment This! Peppers, carrots, and beyond...

$24

with Emma Holder

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 13, 2025 at 6 pm

Zoom or in-person

Fermenting vegetables preserves them, and adds nutritional value and probiotics. It's so easy - you’ll be a master in no time, fermenting all the things. Basic fermentation techniques will be demonstrated, and then you can use it on pretty much any vegetable. This hybrid class (in-person and zoom) will include both microbiology basics, troubleshooting and ferment creation. Instructor Emma Holder, Masters in Micro/Immuno, McGill University. 

Instructor: Emma Holder, Masters in Micro/Immuno, McGill '93. 

Location: Zoom link, in-person address, materials list shared upon registration.  

Dates & Times: Thursday, March 13th, 2025 at 6 PM - 7:15 PM

Cost: $24 

 

 

 

 

 

Pumped Up Strength (ZOOM)

$44

with Jenna Chase

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 14, 2025 at 6:15 am
1 additional session

Pumped Up Strength is a new approach to resistance training. Utilizing combination movement patterns in a targeted, rhythmic progression, its superpower is the dynamic integration of upper and lower body movements set to fun music.

The result? A sweat-drenched, functionally efficient workout that will challenge your body in new ways, improve lean muscle mass, and rev your metabolism.

This is one of Jenna's favorite formats to teach as she loves to empower people to feel strong and confident when finishing a workout!  

Recommended equipment that will be used in class includes:
- A set of hand weights anywhere from 5-15lbs.

Instructor: Jenna Chase

Location: Online via download or Zoom

Dates & Times: Fridays, 6:15 AM -7 AM

Session 1 - January 24th - March 7th, 2025 (No class 2/21)

Session 2 - March 14th - April 18th, 2025

Cost: $44

 

Gemstone Hoop Earrings

$6250

with Elise DeSigns

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 18, 2025 at 6 pm

Join us for a fun evening and  learn how to make your very own gemstone hoop earrings with Elise Marie Designs! Unleash your inner artist and create unique jewelry pieces that you can wear or gift to loved ones. You’ll get to pick your beads from a variety oJf gemstone, glass and metal beads and make it unique to you.  No experience or tools are necessary, as Elise will guide you step by step. 

Instructor: Elise Marie DeSigns
Bio: Elise DeSalvo, Owner of Elise Marie DeSigns, inspires with uniquely hand-crafted designs and a marketplace of local goods. We strive to empower customers to look and feel their best while also supporting female-owned small businesses. Learn more at: https://elisemariedesigns.com

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Tuesday, March 18th, 2025 6 PM - 7:30 PM

Cost: $62.50 - includes materials

Introduction to Compassionate Communication

$18

with Peter Hofmann

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 18, 2025 at 6 pm

In today’s polarized world, effective and compassionate communication can bridge divides, build trust, and foster healthier relationships, both personally and professionally. This introductory class explores how to communicate with empathy and clarity while staying true to oneself. You will learn how to use mindful breathing techniques, active listening, and how to apply these skills in real-life scenarios.  Communicate with the heart while maintaining credibility and strength. 

Instructor: Peter Hofmann

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Tuesday, March 18th, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $18

Conservation Options for Your Property

$5

with Scott Kunkler

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 19, 2025 at 6 pm

Are you interested in conserving your property into the future? Do you want to ensure that special natural areas or certain uses, such as farming or forestry, won’t be lost to development? Join the Scarborough Land Trust in an informational program discussing the different options available to landowners to protect their properties.

Instructor: Scott Kunkler, Conservation Director, Scarborough Land Trust

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 6 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $5

Personal Support Specialist (PSS)
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Personal Support Specialist (PSS)

$325

with To Be Announced

Calendar Next session starts Mar 25, 2025 at 9 am

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

 

Best Hairstyles, Glasses & Necklines For Your Face Shape

$25

with Candace Sanborn

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 25, 2025 at 5:30 pm

Learn what looks good for your face shape! In this fun class, you’ll learn all about your face shape and receive tips for hairstyle dos and don’ts, as well as best glasses, clothing patterns and necklines for your features. Come on your own or grab a friend and learn some great tips that will help you look your best!

Instructor: Candace Sanborn, owner of Radiant Image

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 at 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $25

 

Fly Tying with Maine Fly Guys

$75

with Greg LaBonte

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 1, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 3 weeks

Cost: $40 each session OR $75 for all three sessions - includes all materials.  If signing up for only 1 or 2  sessions, contact the office at (207) 730-5040 for correct registration link.

These courses on fly tying with educational input on entomology, fisheries, and stream ecology. Learning the skill of fly tying is fun and exciting, but understanding the theory behind why flies are made the way they are, when and where to use them, and why they work adds a new dynamic to the sport of fly fishing! Come join us for one, two, or all three classes to expand your fly fishing horizons!

Class 1 is required if you are a beginner. Class 2 and 3 builds on  basic skills, such as whip finishing or starting your thread.

We will tie two patterns per class:
Session 1 - Streamers - Woolly Bugger and Leech
Session 2 - Nymphs - Frenchie and Pat's Rubber Legs
Session 3 -  Dry Fly and Emerger - Emerging Caddis and Dry Caddis. 

Instructor: Greg LaBonte, CEO of Maine Fly Guys

Session 1 - Tuesday,  April 1st, 2025 at 5 PM - 7 PM

Session 2 - Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 at 5 PM - 7 PM

Session 3 - Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 at 5 PM - 7 PM





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