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Growing Your Own Vegetables

$10

with Peter Garrett

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 2, 2024 at 7 pm, runs for 9 weeks

Come learn the basics of home vegetable gardening using organic methods, including bed preparation, compost heaps, irrigation systems, and standard tools. Students will be presented with handbooks for how to plant, harvest and store common vegetables, including tomatoes, peppers, onions, beets, carrots, climbing beans, etc. After initial instruction, we will plant seedlings in late April. Then in May, there will be additional opportunities for migrating the class to Simply Grande Gardens in Winslow, where we can prepare beds for planting beets, onions, peas, fava beans, and potatoes. Students can continue as "shareholders" in Simply Grande Gardens" throughout the summer (June through September), reaping their share of the produce on a weekly basis. Home gardens for each student are encouraged. There will be no class on 4/16 due to school vacation. Limit 10 students.

How Money Works - MS

Free

with Sarah Blondin

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 3, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Are you living paycheck to paycheck? Struggling with debt? Looking for a better way? Come learn the power of having a customized strategy, how to overcome common financial obstacles, eliminate debt and avoid costly mistakes many people unintentionally make! Limit 20 students.

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People [Online]

$33

with Craig Coffman

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 8, 2024 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade togive you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. Since this class is being held onlinewith ZOOM you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard athome and take this course with no pressure at all. And since this course includes an online book and online follow up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own.An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. The course is part lecture/demonstration and part hands-on instruction. Limit15 students. Ages 13+.

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People [Online]

$33

with Craig Coffman

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 9, 2024 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and youwont 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. Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all. And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continueyour practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well. Class limited to 15 students. For ages 13+.

Dog Training Basics - MS

$10

with Donna Whitney

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 22, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 5 weeks

This beginner dog training class will give you the confidence and skills for you and your pup -- designed for the young and not so  young! Students work in small groups with several trainers assisting. You will receive a helpful manual and many topics will be covered including the commands taught such as walking on a loose leash, stay and come exercises as well as other techniques. We will also discuss any behavior concerns you may have. All dogs must remain leashed at all times. We cannot enroll any dogs displaying aggression for safety reasons. Upon registration, you will receive forms from the Adult Education office to be completed before the classbegins. Please print, read, sign, and bring the forms to class withyou. Additionally, please bring proof of current vaccinations. There is a $125 material fee (cash or check only) due to the instructor onthe first night of class.

NOTE: The first class, Monday, April 22, will be an Orientation andInformation night for the two-legged family member/s only (nodogs on the first night, please)! The first night’s class time will be 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. After the first class, all following class meetings(April 29, May 6, May 20, & June 6) will meet from 6:00 PM - 7:00PM. There will be no class on May 13 or May 27.Limit 12 dogs. *Only ONE registration & payment is required perdog. Each dog registration includes up to two human companionsin the class (minimum of one human companion required).

Crochet Project for Beginners: Turtle

$57

with Miriam Schiebel

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 23, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Dive into the world of crochet with our beginner class! Learn the artof crocheting in the round and create an adorable 2-color turtle. Noprior experience needed, all materials provided. Join us for a fun andcreative class! There will be a $30 materials fee (cash or check only) due to the instructor at the start of the first class. Limit 8 students.

Getting Unstuck | Multiple Options Available!

$40

with Paula Furbush

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 23, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

"Getting Unstuck" is a transformative self-help course that empowers you to identify and overcome obstacles hindering personal growth. Learn to break karmic cycles, set meaningful goals, and navigate a path forward with Certified Intuitive Life Coach, Paula Furbush. Unlock the keys to self-empowerment, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose in this dynamic journey toward positive transformation. Limit 15 students. Please note: this session of Getting Unstuck begins March 5 and runs through April 8.

Ukulele for Fun - MS

$65

with David Deas

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 24, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

You will learn the basic chords and scales of playing the ukelele. By the end of this 6-week class, you will be able to play songs for your own entertainment or to entertain others. Once the class is confirmed to run, students will be emailed a supply list of things to bring to the first class. Also, bring songs that you know or want to learn and bring extra copies for others. Limit 10 students





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