Create a beautiful piece of jewelry for yourself or craft the perfect Mother’s Day gift in this hands-on jewelry making experience! We will make a 2-inch copper wire-wrapped Tree of Life Pendant and matching earrings. There will be a $30 Materials Fee which will cover the cost of the wire and stones and is payable to the instructor (cash or check) at the beginning of class. Once we have enough students for the class you will receive a Supply List via email from the Adult Ed secretary. Pictures of the jewelry and tools you will need to buy will be on our webpage at midmaine.maineadulted.org. Limit 10 students.

The so-called “oriental” or round leaf bittersweet is a creeping vine with inedible berries that is considered invasive in North America. It is a frustrating plant for gardeners and arborists, and it isn't very popular with birds either. But in this class we will make a traditional basket from its vines. We will cover identification, responsible collection, processing, and storage. We will cover the basics of stake-and-strand twining, and weaving to create a basket that you will cherish for many years to come. Limit 10 students.

This hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the art of creating unique jewelry using UV resin. Attendees will learn essential techniques for mixing, coloring, and curing resin to craft custom pendants, earrings, and rings. The class will cover safety protocols, basic design principles, and the use of embellishments like dried flowers, glitter, and pigments to personalize each piece. By the end of the session, participants will leave with several completed jewelry items and the skills to continue crafting on their own. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class offers a fun, creative outlet and the opportunity to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry. *Materials Provided*: Resin, molds, tools, and embellishments *Skill Level*: Beginner to Intermediate

Learn fundamentals of casting from a Fly Fishers International Certified Casting Instructor. Beginners to advanced casters welcome. You will learn on a one-to-one basis how to make the basic cast, a roll cast, line management, casting in wind, aerial mends and other useful casting techniques. Special Instructions: This class will be held OUTDOORS. Bring a 4-7 wt. fly rod with a floating line. Also bring a hat and sunglasses to protect head and eyes. Instructor will provide a leader and practice fly to attach to your fly line. First class will meet in classroom before going outside to field.

Come join Shirley Anderson for an engaging and beginner-friendly ‘Paint your Pet’ class! In this workshop budding artists will receive step-by-step guidance to create a beautiful portrait of their beloved furry of feathered companions. No Prior experience is necessary; Shirley welcomes beginners with open arms. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this class is a fun and rewarding experience as you immortalize your pet on canvas. After signing up for this class you will need to email shirl.art5050@mail.com with 5 good quality photos of your pet.

Are you thinking of adding a horse or pony to your family? Before you TOTALLY refuse your wonderful loving family or make such a major commitment, there are many things to consider. Join us to learn about what it takes to care for a horse or pony for feed, space, housing, good health and wellness, pasture pals, and the various grasses and diseases. We will also discuss equine behavior, anatomy, and physiology. We encourage families to join this class—young people 8 to 16 must be accompanied by their participating parent or guardian. Limit 25 students.

In this class you will learn the basic chords and scales. By the end of the 6-week class you will be able to play songs for your own entertainment or to entertain others. You will need a guitar, Hal Leonard Guitar Lesson Book 1 (cost about $10) and a 3-ring binder for our class notes. However, please do not buy until you hear from the office. Bring songs that you know or want to learn and bring extra copies for other. Limit 10 students

Buying your first house is truly a big deal! In this 8-hour, in person class we will cover everything you need to know about the buying process and owning a home afterwards. You will learn the steps involved in buying, how to set goals, and prepare for homeownership, explore loan products and credit, protect and grow your investment, and how to avoid being ripped off. A Homebuyers Education Certificate can help you access down payment assistance or mortgage products that require HUD-certified homebuyers education—for most organizations it’s good for two years. Register here at midmaine.maineadulted.org and the computer program will take you to the KVCAP registration site to finish the registration process—that cost will be $45. Limit 24 students.

Please register with KVCAP Housing Services Program/Kimberlee Petrey

March Registration: https://reg.planetreg.com/E1295384442582

May Registration: https://reg.planetreg.com/E131859554265