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Dog Training Basics*

$10

with Donna Whitney, Tailwaggers' Dog Training

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 7, 2025 at 6 pm

This is a beginner dog training class designed for both the young and the not-so-young. We work in small groups with several trainers assisting. The first night will be an Orientation & Information night, held on Monday, April 7, at the Fairfield Community Center for the two-legged family members only. (Please register only one human per dog; however, two humans may attend with one dog.) You will receive a helpful manual, and many topics will be discussed, including behavior concerns, commands taught (such as walking on a loose leash, stay, and come exercises), and other techniques.

The following four classes will include dogs and owners and will be held at the Fairfield Community Center from 6:00-7:00 p.m. All dogs must be on a leash at all times, and NO dogs will be allowed if they are aggressive.

When you register online, the Adult Education Office will send you a packet that you need to print, read, sign, and bring to class with you. Please bring proof of vaccinations, a $125 materials fee payable to the instructor (cash or check), and your completed packet to the orientation night.

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People: Online

$65

with Craig Coffman

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 7, 2025 at 6:30 pm

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. Ages 13+

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People: Online

$65

with Craig Coffman

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 8, 2025 at 6:30 pm

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Registration fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+.

Culinary Herb Gardening*

$30

with Pat Michaud

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 10, 2025 at 6 pm

We will discuss selecting, growing, and harvesting herbs both old and new varieties. The second night we will talk about using culinary herbs in cooking, and we will even get out the cooking pots and pans and make herbal butter, gremolata, and fried garlic. Join us and learn how to make your garden even more beautiful as well as useful with herbs and your kitchen more healthy and aromatic. Limit 10 students.

Dichroic or Fused Glass Jewelry Making*

$10

with Carmela Patriotti

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 10, 2025 at 6 pm

In this class, you will choose between Dichroic Glass or Fused Glass Jewelry:

Dichroic Glass students will create a unique, beautiful jewelry set that reflects light by stacking metal oxides together.

Fused Glass students will place pieces of glass together to create two sets of pendants, pins, and earrings.

View the instructor's original art on our website at midmaine.maineadulted.org. The Messalonskee Site Office will notify you when you can come to pick up your finished artwork—the target date is May 1.

Dichroic Glass Students: There is a $95 materials fee, separate from the registration fee, due to the instructor in check or cash at the start of class.

Fused Glass Students: There is a $50 materials fee, separate from the registration fee, due to the instructor in check or cash at the start of class.

Arabic for Americans - Level 2

$29

with Aqeel Mohialdeen

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 14, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Discover the beauty of Arabic in our engaging “Arabic for Americans” course! Immerse yourself in this rich culture and language -- building essential communication skills. The continuation from Level 1. Learn to navigate Arabic with confidence. Our instructor will guide you through pronunciation, vocabulary, and cultural nuances. A supply list will be provided with your registration confirmation email.

Bao Down to Flavor: Mastering Char Siu Boa*

$94

with Jeff Mao, Knead and Nosh

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 14, 2025 at 5:30 pm

In this hands-on cooking class, you'll dive deep into the art of making Chinese Steamed Char Siu Bao, the beloved fluffy buns filled with savory Chinese BBQ pork. Learn the secrets of creating the perfect bao dough from scratch. Jeff will guide you through each step; from mixing and kneading to proofing, ensuring you achieve that perfect pillowy texture. Master the rich and flavorful char siu filling. Discover the blend of spices and techniques that make this BBQ pork so irresistible. Take a culinary journey through history as we explore the legend of how bao were first invented. You'll hear captivating stories that add a cultural dimension to your cooking experience. By the end of the class, you'll not only have a batch of delicious Char Siu Bao to enjoy, but also the skills and knowledge to recreate this traditional treat at home. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this class promises to be a fun and educational adventure. Class fee includes a set of traditional Chinese bamboo steamer baskets. Bao contains gluten and soy.

Buying Your First Home

Free

with Lindsey Brann

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 14, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on May 14, 2025

Learn about the different loan programs and requirements needed to purchase a home, even with very little money down! Join a Maine mortgage broker and Maine realtor in an informative session!





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