This Beekeeping for Beginner course will help get you started in BEES and BEEKEEPING. Topics of discussion will be Langstroth Bee Hives, assembling bee equipment, installing a nuc, feeding the bees, controlling swarming,and dealing with varroa mites. Other topics will be how and when to harvest HONEY, split hives, winterize the bees, and importantly how to minimizeing. There is a $55 materials fee, cash or check only, due to the instructor at the start of the first class. This fee covers the cost of the book, use of the Turner Poulin Union Hall, and membership for one year in the Somerset Beekeepers Club. Assignment of a mentor will b eavailable. Limit 25 students.

Are you and or someone you know interested in improving you and your family's health, saving money at the grocery store, and learning helpful nutrition tips? This class is ten sessions about 15-20 minutes long with interactive videos, print lessons, and worksheets. Once you have registered through midmaine.maineadulted.org you will be contacted by the instructor with further information. Limit 25 students.

Tai Chi for Health and Balance is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health and ability to do things. It is a slow exercise. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better. Book and DVD available for purchase upon request. There will be no class oduring school vacation on April 22nd and April 25th. Storm make up/s will be on May 6th and May 9th. Limit 20 students.

This class is for those who are new to investing or would like a strategy refresher. We will discuss basic rules of investing--how to develop a plan, how to choose quality investments, how to diversify your portfolio, and most importantly how to invest for the long term, and focus on the things that YOU can control. A Zoom option is available by emailing janderson@rsu18.org after you have registered. Storm makeup will be March 11. Limit 15 students.

Designed for people of all ages, this class provides a thorough understanding of how to effectively plan for the future, ensuring peace of mind and financial security. Discussion will include the key elements of estate planning (wills and trusts will be discussed), retirement planning, advance directives, various options and strategies to pay for long-term care, and how to pass your assets outside of the probate process. The attorneys will be available after class to answer questions as well. Storm makeup will be March 26. Limit 24 students.

Learn the fundamentals of making Chinese dumplings at home. You will learn to make fresh scratch-made dough, and roll your own wrappers, and how to fold and pleat them using pork filling. We will then water-fry/steam the dumplings to create this restaurant favorite—pot sticker dumplings. Additionally, you will learn to make your own ginger-scallion oil and the instructor will talk about other common Chinese condiments used for dipping sauces. All ingredients, materials, equipment and recipes will be provided. Plant-based ground meat can be substituted for the pork upon request. Please email janderson@rsu18.org to let her know you are requesting this option. The dumpling wrappers do contain gluten. Limit 12 students.

Join Robin and her talented design team at The Robin's Nest and design your own fresh floral arrangement! Yoou will design a beautiful fresh floral arrangement to keep or give as a gift. Come prepared to learn some basics of floral design and to have fun! Alll materials are included in the cost. 

Please choose the correct night from your Beginners Class.

November 7th, 2024 class: Please select March 20th.

March 25th, 2025 class: Please select May 22nd.

A reconvened evening for the second session from the Beginners class. The worm bin is harvested and set up for another 3 to 4 month "harvest cycle".