Join us for this mug-making class and learn how to create a mug and affix a handle the first night.  On the second night, March 17, you will paint your mug.  You will be able to pick up your artwork at the Adult Ed Office at Messalonskee on or about March 31.  Materials fee is $30 cash or check to the instructor at the start of class to cover the cost of clay, glaze, and firing.  Storm dates may affect this schedule.  Limit 10 students.

Monday 5:30—8:00 p.m. | 2 Meetings, March 3 & March 17

Messalonskee High School, Room 127, Rose Crossman, Rosie’s Artistry

Self-Supporting Registration Fee: $30

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.

Do you want to improve your writing skills for work? Write a poem to your beloved or finish that family memoir? Or maybe you have considered writing a script? If so, come join us for this 6-week writer's workshop where we will explore a variety of writing genres. In this session, we will be taking some time to address the concepts of Time and Place in our stories, poems, and plays. More specifically, how do they impact the scenes that unfold and the images we create, in both our earliest, developing rough drafts and in our more polished, almost-final revisions? 

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.

This introductory class will get you started with the basics of knitting. You will learn about straight, double point, and circular needles. You will learn to cast on stiches, the basic knit and purl stiches, and how to read a pattern. There will be several handouts at the beginning of class. The first thing we will make is a basic dishcloth. Then we will move on to a cowl and other projects as time allows. A supply list will be sent to you once there are enough students for a class. Cost will be about $20 and should be purchased before the first class. Storm makeup will be April 15. Limit 10 students.

We have been moving to the music since the beginning of time. Line Dancing is a great way to keep the beat. No partner required. From beginners to intermediate line dancing steps look complicated, but they're really easy to master. It is great exercise too! You will be strutting your stuff in no time at all. Join us for a fun night out! There will be no class on April 15th due to school vacation. Storm make up date will be May 20. Limit 25 students.