The ocean is the defining feature of our planet. We will be studying the ocean’s influence on us, and how we influence the ocean. The course includes additional related topics, such as recycling and other topics relating to our planet. There will be one Friday field trip requirement for high school credit in this course. Limit 10 students. No class Oct. 14 and Nov. 11.

This one-session workshop will help you understand Medicare, how and when to apply, and private plan options available to eligible beneficiaries. Please pre-register by Thursday, Sept. 12. Limit 20 students.

MMRACE has partnered with the Academy of Medical Professions to deliver online certificate courses in health care professions. Online Training Programs can start you on a path to in-demand careers in the health care field. You can begin the online programs at any time, whenever it is right for you to start. Choose from many different program options! •Clinical Medical Assistant - $3,000 •Dental Assisting - $2,400 •Group Fitness & Personal Trainer - $1500 - $3,000 •Medical Office Specialist - 3,500 •Medical Transcription - $3,500 •Pharmacy Technician - $1,850 •Phlebotomy - $2,400 These online career training certification programs may be available at no cost to qualifying students* through Maine CareerCenter. If you are unemployed or under-employed, call us at 873-5754 for details today! *Qualifying participant through CareerCenter - unemployed or underemployed (making less than $15 per hour), must have high school diploma or equivalent, must pass CASAS reading and math assessment with a score of 220 or over, must have active account at Maine JobLink.

The guitar is the world’s most popular instrument! I’ll start you off easy, and in this class you’ll learn the chromatic scale, how a capo works, tuning the guitar and the 16 chords you’ll need to play a jillion songs. We’ll listen to, play, and discuss early Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Iris DeMent, Gordon Lightfoot, Rory Block, Bruce Springsteen, and, of course, some Christmas music! We’ll learn how to read tablature and when your fingers get tired we’ll view some DVD’s for fun! By the second class you will need to bring a capo and picks. Limit 6 students.

As of January 2017 bow hunters need to hold an Archery license, and you will need to present your course certificate when you buy your license. Therefore the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife will offer this course, which covers laws, safety, equipment, ethics, map and compass reading, survival, first aid, and landowner relations. There will be homework, you must attend all class time, and pass the written test at the end of class in order to get your certificate. A parent or guardian must accompany students between 10 and 17 years of age. Please bring a notebook, pen/pencil, and backpack/shopping bag for your books. Limit 40 students.

Monday, 5:45-9:00 p.m., Sept. 9, and Sunday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sept. 22 (2 sessions)

Back by popular demand—enjoy a relaxing evening creating art!  In these three-hour sessions, we will make paintings inspired by famous works.  You will make your own masterpiece and learn a lot about painting and the artists as well.  No art experience is necessary!  Doreen provides the paint, brushes, canvas, easels, and instructions to create your project.  You will leave class with a smile and a wonderful painting for that room you have just redecorated or to give as a gift to a beloved family member or friend.  A $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class.  Limit 18 students.

Back by popular demand—enjoy a relaxing evening creating art!  In these three-hour sessions, we will make paintings inspired by famous works.  You will make your own masterpiece and learn a lot about painting and the artists as well.  No art experience is necessary!  Doreen provides the paint, brushes, canvas, easels, and instructions to create your project.  You will leave class with a smile and a wonderful painting for that room you have just redecorated or to give as a gift to a beloved family member or friend.  A $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class.  Limit 18 students.

Back by popular demand—enjoy a relaxing evening creating art!  In these three-hour sessions, we will make paintings inspired by famous works.  You will make your own masterpiece and learn a lot about painting and the artists as well.  No art experience is necessary!  Doreen provides the paint, brushes, canvas, easels, and instructions to create your project.  You will leave class with a smile and a wonderful painting for that room you have just redecorated or to give as a gift to a beloved family member or friend.  A $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the start of class.  Limit 18 students.