Community Education Fall 2008
ROAD
TRIPS FOR Fall 2008
THE LINCOLN COUNTY COLLEGE CONNECTION - TLC3
A free college transitions program for adults
Find out more!
TLC3 College Transitions Information Night
Adult Students--Join us for pizza and find out how TLC3 can help you.
You can apply for the day program, register for one class or just get more information about the College Transitions program in Lincoln County.
- Tuesday, September 16 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at Lincoln Academy, Newcastle
Are You Ready for College?
Find out by taking the Accuplacer placement test at one of these workshops:
- Tuesday, September 9 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Lincoln Academy, Newcastle
- Thursday, September 11 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Medomak Valley HS, Waldoboro and Wiscasset High School
TLC3 Day Program in Damariscotta
Tuesdays beginning September 23 through December 16.
A full day program of preparation classes including:
- Writing Skills for College 12:30 - 3:00 PM (also available in the evening in Waldoboro)
- College Success Workshops, Career Planning & Technology for College 3:15 - 5:30 PM
(these workshops are open to all College Transitions students, not just those enrolled in the day program)
- Math Skills for College 6:00 - 8:30 PM
THE LINCOLN COUNTY COLLEGE CONNECTION
Courses and Workshops
Writing Skills for College
College Success and Technology Skills for College
Math Skills for College
Instructor: Elizabeth Potter
See Page 9 for complete description
Location: CMCC / LCH Education Center, 68 Chapman St., Damariscotta
Weeks: 13 Course Fee: Free
September 23 – December 16 Tuesday, 12:30 – 3:00 PM
Also available at MSAD 40 Waldoboro on Wednesday evenings.
Instructor: Various
This class is part of our full-day College Transitions program on Tuesdays.
Students who are not enrolled in the full-day program may take the individual workshops marked with an *.
Sept. 23 Orientation, getting to know each other, Learning Styles.
Sept. 30 Career Exploration (Using Choices and other resources)*
Oct. 7 Essentials of College Planning and Financial Aid* --Bring your taxes and file your FAFSA.
Oct. 14 Understanding College Culture* --What to expect in college, understanding grading & expectations, who to go to for help, and basic study strategies are some of the topics to be covered.
Oct. 21-Nov. 25 Technology Skills for College.
Dec. 2 Study Skills* Expect this workshop to run 3:15-5:45. Pizza will be served.
Dec. 9 TBA – Final Technology class.
Dec. 16 TBA
* Designates a workshop that we would encourage all interested College Transitions students to attend, whether or not they are in the day program.
Location: CMCC / LCH Education Center, 68 Chapman St., Damariscotta
Time: 3:15 - 5:30 PM
Instructor: Ken Lutte
See page 9 for complete description
location: CMCC / LCH Education Center, 68 Chapman St., Damariscotta
Weeks: 13 Course Fee: Free Workbook Fee: $16
September 23 – December 16 Tuesday, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
GED
PREPARATION, BASIC EDUCATION & COLLEGE PREP
Adult Learning Center/G.E.D. Test Prep
Instructors: Joy Knowlton and Sally Tukey
Registration and Orientation Thursday, September 11
Call us at 563-2811 for information
The G.E.D. preparation class is open to individuals 17 years
or older who are not attending high school.
Individualized instruction is provided as preparation for the 5-part
General Educational Development test that leads to a high school equivalency
certificate. Testing accommodations are available for individuals with
documented learning disabilities.
Call 563-2811 for more information.
Instructors: Joy Knowlton and Sally Tukey
Free help is available for any Union #74 adult resident who needs to work on basic math, reading or writing skills.
Individual instruction for all levels is offered. Location: Great Salt Bay School No registration or test fees
September 11 – December 18
Tuesday, and Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Morning hours may also be available - please ask us if daytime is better for you
Instructor: Gretchen Noyes-Hull
An introductory chemistry course designed for students needing one full credit of high school chemistry as a prerequisite for further study. The course will include lectures, lab work and problem-solving. High school algebra is recommended for this class. If you have not had any basic algebra, you may want to take an algebra class before you register for Chemistry.
Location: Lincoln Academy
Course Fee: Free / Lab Fee: $20
Weeks: 16
Textbook Deposit: $50 - refunded when book is returned
Starting October 20 - Ending March 2009
Monday, 5:30 - 8:30 PM
The following two courses are part of our College Transitions program. They may also be taken by students who are not part of the full-day CT program.
Instructor: Ken Lutte
This course covers the concepts and operations of basic math – from whole numbers and computation through decimals, fractions, and percents. Basic Geometry will also be covered and beginning Algebra will be started depending on the ability and needs of students in the class. The course is intended to prepare students for the Accuplacer college placement exam but is also perfect for the student who needs to brush up on mathematics for work or other reasons.
This class is part of our all-day College Transitions program but is also open to students who just want to take math.
Location: CMCC / LCH Education Center, 68 Chapman St.., Damariscotta
Weeks: 13
Course Fee: Free / Workbook Fee: $16
September 23 – December 16
Tuesday, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Instructor: Elizabeth Potter
Writing Skills for College will cover conventions of standard English usage with their applications in writing sentences, paragraphs, and simple essays. Course work will help students prepare for college and for the college placement exam.
Location: CMCC / LCH Education Center, 68 Chapman St., Damariscotta
Weeks: 13 Course Fee: Free
September 23 – December 16
Tuesday, 12:30 – 3:00 PM
Also available at MSAD 40 in Waldoboro on Wednesday evenings.
VOCATIONAL
CLASSES
Certified Residential Medical Aide (CRMA) Certification Course
Instructor: Suzanne Cavalieri
This is a 40-hour course designed to teach Residential Care workers to administer selected non-injectable medications in a Licensed Residential Care or Group Home setting. The course provides the basic understanding necessary to administer medications safely and to document accurately. Successful completion of this course satisfies departmental training requirements for workers who wish to pass medications in certain assisted housing programs. Students are responsible for arranging their own clinical experience necessary for certification – if you are not already affiliated with a licensed facility you will need to discuss arrangements with the Adult Ed director before you register.
Students must attend all 40 hours in order to be certified.
Location: CMCC / LCH Education Center, 68 Chapman Street, Damariscotta
Weeks: 5
Course Fee: $150
September 8 - October 6
Monday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Certified Residential Medical Aide (CRMA)
RE-Certification Course
Instructor: Suzanne Cavalieri
This is a review and re-testing for people who already hold a CRMA certificate and wish to renew their certification. The first day will be a review day with the actual re-certification done on the second day. You must provide a copy of your current license along with your registration for this course.
Location: Miles Hospital/Teel House
Course Fee: $75
Weeks: 2
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday, September 18 Review & September 25 Re-certification
OR
Thursday, November 6 Review & Tuesday, November 18 Re-certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Union 74 Adult Education and Lincoln County Healthcare co-sponsor a 200-hour Certified Nursing Assistant training course leading to the test to become a Certified Nursing Assistant in Maine. This CNA program is free and is open to all adults by application only. Successful graduates are eligible to work in many areas of the healthcare field. Anyone interested may call the Lincoln County Healthcare Education Department (563-4540) for the specific course dates and application process.
Heartsaver® Adult and Infant CPR
Instructor: Cathy Cole
See complete description below
Location: Miles Hospital Teel House
Course Fee: $35
November 1
Saturday, 9:00 - 11:30 AM
Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid
Instructor: Cathy Cole
See complete description below
Location: Miles Hospital Teel House
Course Fee: $50 for both CPR and this course
November 1
Saturday, 12:30 – 3:00 PM
Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Certification Course
Instructor: Suzanne Cavalieri
This is a 50-hour course designed for unlicensed entry-level workers. Successful completion of this course satisfies Department of Health and Human Services-Bureau of Elder and Adult Services training requirements for direct care workers for certain home care programs and residential care facilities.
The course covers safe personal care, reporting and documentation, dealing with emergencies, activities of daily living and aging issues among other topics.
Upon successful completion of the course requirements and passage of a written exam, students will receive state certification. Students must attend all 50 hours in order to be certified.
Location: CMCC / LCH Education Center, 68 Chapman Street, Damariscotta
Weeks: 7
Course Fee: $150
October 20 - December 1
Monday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Instructor: Julie Simmons
Are you a Notary or interested in becoming one? This class is designed for someone who is going to apply for a notary commission in Maine, as well as notaries who have not attended any educational classes. Discussion will include history, legislation, powers and duties, qualifications and procedures of a notary public. The class also will cover performing weddings and law changes and updates. An application to be filed with the secretary of state will be included.
Julie L. Simmons - a Notary Public, NNA Certified Signing Agent and Trusted Enrollment Agent is the owner/operator of Signature Notary Services - a full time document signing service. Julie is also a member of the Informed Notaries of Maine and enjoys performing weddings.”
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $40 Includes cost of Workbook
Weeks: 3
October 14 - October 28
Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
To register for classes – click
here: http://www.schoolunion74.org/adulted/registration_form.htm
Wellness
Heartsaver® Adult and Infant CPR
Instructor: Cathy Cole
In order to provide materials ahead of time you must register for this class by October 24! Each year an estimated 166,000 lives are claimed by sudden cardiac arrest. That’s about 455 people each day. Effective bystander CPR, provided immediately after a sudden cardiac arrest can double or even triple a victim’s chance of survival. Almost 80 percent of cardiac arrests occur at home and are witnessed by a family member. This course teaches basic Adult and Infant CPR skills and includes American Heart Association CPR certification. Learn CPR today – the life you save could be that of your own loved one!
Location: Miles Hospital Teel House
Course Fee: $35
1 Day Only
November 1
Saturday, 9:00 - 11:30 AM
Heartsaver® Pediatric First Aid
Instructor: Cathy Cole
The Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid Course covers First Aid Basics, Medical Emergencies, Injury Emergencies, and Environmental Emergencies. The course teaches the lay rescuer the knowledge and psychomotor skills they need to recognize emergencies at the worksite and give first aid. This course provides certification for Daycare providers and others who need a Pediatric First Aid endorsement.
Location: Miles Hospital Teel House
Course Fee: $50 for both the CPR course (see page 9) and this one
1 day only
November 1
Saturday, 12:30 – 3:00 PM
Yoga
Instructor: Mary Snow
Improve your health and well-being in this Hatha Yoga class appropriate for all levels of experience. Class will consist of breathing and meditation exercises, yoga postures to stretch and strengthen, and relaxation postures to renew your body, mind, and spirit. This is a gentle yoga class that concentrates on stretching and relaxing exercise. Bring a mat and a blanket.
Mary Snow is an elementary school teacher and yoga instructor. She has been teaching this very popular class in adult ed for 5 years. She can be found online at www.heartfeatheryoga.com.
Location: Walpole Studio
Course Fee: $80
Weeks: 8 (7 week option available starting 9/9 - $70)
September 2 – October 21
Tuesday, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Improve Movement, Improve Your Life
Instructor: Dianne Daniels
This course is a follow-up to Dianne’s very popular one-night class on the Feldenkaris method offered last spring –- Change Your Age. It is NOT necessary to have attended the introduction last April to take this class. Not an exercise class, Improve Movement, Improve Your Life is rather, a profound new way to learn how to move so that what was once difficult or painful, becomes easy and pleasurable. You’ll follow directions from the instructor that lead you to solve a new movement puzzle each class. This will be gentle, fun, and yet very informative. Great for those who want to improve their performance in a favorite sport or activity, or for people suffering from chronic shoulder, neck, back or knee pain.
Please bring a mat and two towels with you to each class.
Location: Nobleboro Central School
Course Fee: $50 (6-week), $60 (8-week)
Weeks: 6-8
Wednesday, 5:30 – 6:15 PM
September 24 – October 29 6-week option
OR
September 24 – November 12 8-week option
Pilates Mat Class
Instructor: Dianne Daniels
A great exercise class that works your whole body. You’ll strengthen and tone your arms, legs and buttocks, while at the same time focusing on your core -- the abdominals and back. Be prepared -- once you do it you may become addicted ! Please bring a mat and towel with you to each class.
Dianne Daniels, MA, is an exercise physiologist, certified Pilates teacher, and Feldenkrais practitioner. She is the author of two books, Exercises for Osteoporosis and Pilates Perfect.
Location: Nobleboro Central School
Course Fee: $50 (6-week), $60 (8-week)
Weeks: 6-8
Wednesday, 6:30 - 7:15 PM
September 24 – October 29 6-week option
OR
September 24 – November 12 8-week option
Swiss Ball Exercise Training
Instructor: Dana Tavares
A fun, moderately challenging way to build better strength, balance, and tone by exercising 3-dimensionally on the Swiss Ball. Dana Tavares, certified personal trainer, will guide you thru three 1-hour sessions progressively building a foundation for an effective, easy to do at home fitness program. Perfect for couples or workout buddies. Class size limited to 8 people. Ball and mat provided and available for purchase (no purchase required) or bring your own. Please provide your height when registering to ensure proper fit for the Swiss ball. FMI call 563-2737
Dana Tavares is a NAFC certified personal trainer, licensed massage therapist, and co-owner of the Tree of Life Center for Wellbeing in Damariscotta. He specializes in Orthopedic massage and functional/correctional exercise training.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $25
Weeks: 3
October 2 - October 16
Thursday, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
EFT/ Emotional Freedom Techniques for Stress Relief
Instructor: Sylvia Tavares
Learn how to simply and quickly relieve stress and anxiety using this healing technique. EFT has also been called “Acupuncture without needles” and is extremely effective at quickly reducing stress and anxiety in any situation. This one night class will teach, through demonstration and hands-on experience, how to “tap” on powerful meridian points on the body and reduce your stress level in minutes. Once learned, this basic EFT procedure can be applied to a wide variety of issues. If you would like to learn more about EFT, you may visit her web site at www.center4wellbeing.com/EFT.htm.
Sylvia Tavares is an EFT practitioner and Reiki Master. Her practice is located in Damariscotta at the Tree of Life Center for Wellbeing.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $15
1 day
September 30
Tuesday, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Love Your Lymph
Instructor: Patti Corscaden
Everyone has a lymphatic system, but not many people understand how it functions or why it’s important to our overall health and longevity. Did you know you have between 600-1000 lymph nodes in your body and that those lymph nodes have a very important job to help keep you healthy? In this class you’ll learn the basics of how your lymph system works and then Patti will teach you simple, effective yet gentle hand positions to help your lymph flow more efficiently so the nodes can filter the lymph more effectively. When the lymphatic flow increases, the body is better able to process and release trapped toxins and proteins, thereby creating greater immunity and improved health throughout the body.
Patti Corscaden is a Maine licensed massage therapist, having graduated in June of 1994 from the Downeast School of Massage located in Waldoboro, ME. She began studying Lymph Drainage Therapy with Dr.. Bruno Chikly of France in June of 1997 and has completed over 150 hours of additional study and training since then. Patti is a faculty member at the Downeast School of Massage and is in private practice. She recently completed a course in Advanced Oncology Massage and is a volunteer with Miles Home Health and Hospice.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $20
Weeks: 1
October 6
Monday, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Tai Chi Fundamentals
Instructor: Lea Moonsong & Sean Walker
In this class, open to all ages, you will study and practice the 13 postures of the Tai Chi form. Each lesson will be simple in structure and geared towards those who are participating in it., with a focus on the Martial Arts aspect of Tai Chi. This is a fun way to help you improve balance, gain freedom of movement, and maintain wellness of being. Free movement is essential so wear loose-fitting clothing that allows for this.
Lea Moonsong has studied Kuan Chun Kung Fu and Tai Chi as well as Systema Russian Martial Art. She has studied and trained with various movement teachers and is a Bodyworker (practicing massage therapy, Structural Integration, and Shiatsu). She has been teaching since 2002. Sean Walker has been practicing Tai Chi for 18 years.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $50
Weeks: 6
September 24 – October 30
Thursday, 7:00- 8:30 PM
Thanksgiving School Vacation Red Cross
Babysitter’s Training Course
Instructor: Cathy Cole
Designed for 11 to 15-year-olds, this course will teach you how to have fun with the kids but stay in control. In this one-day class, you will learn how to interview for a babysitting job, choose safe and age-appropriate toys and games, perform first aid, and handle bedtime issues. You’ll also learn diapering and feeding techniques, and tips for a safe babysitting experience.
An ARC Babysitter Skills certificate is issued upon successful completion of the course.
Location: Miles Hospital/Teel House
Course and Material Fee: $30 (Bring a lunch!)
1 day
November 24
Monday, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
To register for classes – click
here: http://www.schoolunion74.org/adulted/registration_form.htm
GENERAL
INTEREST & RECREATION
Ballroom Dance for “Second Beginners”
Instructor: Megan Dinsmore
Looking for a fun night out – exercise included? Join this follow-up class for returning students (or those who know basic ballroom steps) who want to continue working on their steps. Come enjoy fun and fellowship while taking your dancing to the next level. Basic dance steps including foxtrot, waltz, cha-cha, rumba and tango will be reviewed, For couples or singles. High school students are welcome.
Megan Dinsmore is an elementary school teacher in Bristol during the day. She loves to dance and has been teaching ballroom dance in Adult Education for several years.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $35 / $70 couples
Weeks: 6
October 7 - November 18 (no class 11/11)
Tuesday, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Swing Dance: An Intermediate/Advanced Class
If Swing is your thing then this class was meant for you! In this intermediate to advanced East Coast Swing class will we continue to work on technique to give you the character the Swing is famous for while we learn fun and interesting patterns that change rhythm and are guaranteed to make you an exciting Swing dancer! Basic understanding of the triple time rhythm recommended.
Kathryn Clayton is a professional dancer and dance instructor and she is the co-owner, along with her husband Christian, of Swing and Sway Dancing in Rockland.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $40 per person
Weeks: 4
October 16 - November 13 (no class 11/6)
Thursday, 7:00 –8:00 PM
Guitar for Beginners
Instructor: Patrick Ginnaty
Classes will be oriented to beginning players, with an emphasis on learning to play songs, primarily by ear, for fun. Acoustic guitars are preferred, but students may bring an electric with the understanding that no amplifiers will be used. Students are encouraged to bring a list of songs that they are interested in learning to class, but song choices will be determined by the instructor.
Mr.. Ginnaty is an experienced teacher, and has studied at the Guitar Study Center, the UMA Jazz Studies program, and the Berklee College of Music.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $65
Weeks: 10
September 29 - December 8 (no class October 13)
Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Guitar: Next Steps
Instructor: Patrick Ginnaty
This follow-up course will focus on the practical aspects of using the material covered in the beginning class, including performing songs during class. We’ll cover more advanced chord progressions with an emphasis on each individual’s musical goals. Intended for students who have taken the beginner class or have experience playing the guitar.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $65
Weeks: 10
September 30 - December 9 (no class 11/11)
Tuesday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Practical Bluegrass
Instructor: Lance W.. Croxford
“How would you like to learn to play bluegrass?” This is a complete course in fundamental bluegrass banjo, guitar and mandolin; featuring lead on all three instruments and complete guitar accompaniments (alternating bass with runs). Learn to read tablature and acquire an understanding of the structure of bluegrass music. Text used during this course will be provided by the instructor. Books with CDs for all three instruments will also be available. This course is for beginners or will add new ideas to your musical repertoire if you already play. Bring your instrument on the first night.
Lance W.. Croxford is the co-founder of a music publishing and teaching company. The author of ten books of music for banjo, guitar and mandolin he has recorded all 250 songs they contain. Teaching for over twenty-five years he employs a unique method which he designed.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $30
Weeks: 4
October 1 – October 22
Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Hawks and Owls of Maine and Hawk-Watch Field Trip
Instructors: Joe Gray & Don Reimer (field trip)
First up, on Friday night, is 2-hour program of colorful slide presentations and lecture by Mid-Coast Audubon Naturalist Joe Gray that will enable the student to better identify Maine hawks and owls and learn about their habitat, mating, nesting, foraging, migration. and their benefit to humans. The workshop will be followed by a field trip to Clarry Hill in Union on Saturday. Birders will meet Don Reimer and Bill Goodwill at the base of the dirt access road at Clarry Hill at 8 a.m. for a 20-minute walk to the summit. Clarry Hill is accessible from Finn Hill Road on Route 235 or from Agricola farm intersection on Route 17 in Union. For more information on the field trip call Don at 273-3146.
Location: Great Salt Bay School for evening program, Clarry Hill for field trip
Lecture: 1 night
September 12
Friday. 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Field Trip: September 13 Sat. 8:00 am
Course Fee: $5
To register for classes – click
here: http://www.schoolunion74.org/adulted/registration_form.htm
Gardening For Birds
Instructor: Joe Gray
A 2-hour program, for all ages, of colorful slides and lecture by a Mid-Coast Audubon Naturalist will enable the student to better understand habitats that welcome songbirds throughout the year. Suggestions for improving and enhancing existing gardens, as well as beginning a new wildlife garden, and attracting birds in winter will be included.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $5
1 night
October 1
Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Bridge for Intermediate/Advanced Players
Instructor: Melba Boynton
This course is designed to move experienced bridge players to the next level of play. A basic knowledge of the rules for bidding, playing and scoring bridge hands is necessary. The emphasis in this class will be on improving bidding, including all conventions. Time will be allotted for practicing the new material together. Bridge Basics 2: Competitive Bidding by Audrey Grant is the text used.
Location: Lincoln Home
Course Fee: $55
Weeks: 8
September 30 - November 18
Tuesday, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Easy as Pie
Instructor: Ellen Dickens
The phrase “easy as pie” has always been a bit misleading. Many people fear pie crust and either never make pies or buy pre-made crusts. Leave your fears behind and come learn how easy it is to make a delicious pie crust. We’ll make pie crusts to take home (they can be frozen for later use) and even make a few filled pies to sample. In just one evening you’ll be ready to impress friends and family with a fantastic homemade pie for Thanksgiving.
Bring a medium-size bowl, pastry blender (if you have one), rolling pin and 9-inch pie plate.
Ellen Dickens is the director of Union 74 Adult Education and she can also bake a cherry pie.
Location: Nobleboro Central School
Course Fee: $15
1 night
November 12
Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Recession Gourmet
Instructor: David Atwater
Struggling with higher food costs? Appalled with restaurant prices? Then take the challenge of learning how to prepare gourmet meals for 4 people for $10.00. All hands on, this course will show you ways to enhance your menu without enhancing your food bill. Get a head start, as some of the chef’s secrets are revealed. Then practice easy prep for soups and entrees. You’ll learn other shortcuts as well. There will be no skimping on taste as you enjoy the fruits of your labors with dinner each night of the class. Bon Appetit!
David Atwater is a professional chef and the owner of Just Atwater and Stir Catering. He has been teaching his popular cooking classes in Adult Ed for over 5 years.
Location: At the chef’s home, Damariscotta
Course Fee: $65
Weeks: 4 (Includes all food costs)
October 2 - October 23
Thursday, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
About Boating Safely
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
This is an introductory boat safety course designed to meet the boating education needs of the recreational boater. We’ll cover general information about boats and maintenance, trailering a boat, information on preparing for safe and enjoyable outings in any type of boat, navigation rules and aids to navigation, what to do in case of boating emergencies and the State-specific laws and regulations you must follow. The course is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators. Successful completion of an exam at then end of the class leads to safety certification that can be useful to obtain a boating license or safety certification in many states. Many insurance companies offer discounts on boating insurance to those who have passed the exam
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $50
Weeks: 4 (includes a text book and the certification exam)
October 29 - November 19
Wednesday, . 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?
An educational workshop designed to assist families with the transfer of personal possessions
Instructor: Harriet Vaughn
Have you and your family talked about the transfer of your personal (non-titled) property after you die or if you become incapacitated? Estate planning discussions often focus on land, house, cars, stocks, bonds and savings accounts. Too often, personal property doesn’t get discussed, but for many people, personal items carry more meaning and are more important than the titled property. Non-titled property can include furniture, photos, books, tools, and jewelry. Many people have fond memories about their parents and grandparents using such items in their home. This course is designed to help families begin the process of transferring non-titled/personal property. It was developed by the University of Minnesota Extension Service. The full course includes a 90 page workbook designed to help families begin the process of transferring personal property. Some of these items may have monetary worth, or they may be cherished primarily for their sentimental value. Smoothing the way for their eventual transfer may be the most valuable legacy you may leave your loved ones. Harriet Vaughan runs Legacy Years Transition Service, a business offering assistance with down-sizing and relocation for Senior citizens.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $25 singles or $35 for couples - Includes cost of one workbook
Weeks: 2
October 20 - October 27
Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Questions? Call the
Forget Me Not: A Personal Writing Class
Instructor: Hannah Merker
The “what-everness” of cyberspace communications are mere wisps of disappearing ephemeral breaths of who you are. No bunches of ribbon-tied letters (those antiquities!) will be found in an attic, closet or drawer - a legacy retrieved, grasped. A gift to family or friends. In this class we will write brief imaginative bursts of ourselves - an endowment of sorts - of our values, the cores of our thinking, an illumination of a person. A bequest like no other. Make memory tangible, a touchable future un-lost in the dot- com ether. Bring pencil, paper, and your yet-to-be created self.
Location: Skidompha Library, Damariscotta
Course Fee: $40
Weeks: 6
October 16 - November 20
Thursday, 10:30 am- 12:30pm
The Age of Oil
Instructor: Jim Violette
Declining oil reserves makes the geopolitics of oil a primary focus of everyone on the global scene. Through readings, lecture and discussion this class will take a look at the history and geopolitics of oil. We’ll look at how the global oil industry evolved and its impact on humanity, including its effects on world climate, and at our total dependency on oil for energy and everyday needs.
Jim Violette is a “semi-retired” teacher who teaches geography and history at UMA /Rockland and at the Coastal Senior College.
Location: Great Salt Bay School
Course Fee: $25
Weeks: 4
October 22 - November 12
Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
What Every Homeowner Can Do About Energy
Instructor: Paul Kando
Anyone can take steps to help conserve energy and save on electric and heating costs. Paul Kando of the Midcoast Green Collaborative will talk about the things that any homeowner can do about the most common heat-loss problems - warm and cold air leaks, lack of insulation, and moisture problems - that drive up our energy costs. He will also provide information on the cost and scheduling of a professional energy audit for your home or business and he’ll offer energy-saving tips for all areas of your home. Come and join this lively discussion about energy action.
Location: Bristol Consolidated School
Course Fee: $5 - $0 (Pay what you can afford)
1 night only
October 7
Tuesday, 7:00-9:00 PM
Energy Conservation Talks at Skidompha Library
The Midcoast Green Collaborative in cooperation with the Skidompha Library in Damariscotta is presenting a series of monthly informational talks about energy conservation measures that we can make to reduce heating costs. Each talk will be on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.
The entrance to the Skidompha Library auditorium is at the rear of the building on Elm Street. You may park along Elm Street, please carpool if you can.
September 23 Insulate Your Windows--Windows have the lowest R value of the building envelope. Sealing air leaks and insulating windows will save on fuel costs.
October 28 Heat Pumps--Scott Pinyard from Hallowell International will explain how air-to-air heat pumps work and their merits for home heating and cooling.
To register for classes – click
here: http://www.schoolunion74.org/adulted/registration_form.htm
COMPUTERS/BUSINESS
Computer Literacy I
Instructor: Nick Azzaretti
This hands-on course is for anyone who has little or no computer experience. Learn basic computer skills and reinforce your skills in this introductory class. You will learn how to: Use the keyboard and mouse; move around on the desktop, becoming familiar with the icons, menus and task bar; start and exit programs; open, re-size and move windows; create and save basic files and more! Keeping your computer operating system updated and using diagnostic tools will also be covered. The specific needs of the students in the class will determine some of the content.
Location: Lincoln Academy
Course Fee: $50
Weeks: 4
October 2 – October 23
Thursday 6:30 – 8:30 PM
QuickBooks
Instructors: William Brewer and Leanne Murphy
Prerequisite: Must be able to create, save and open files and understand basic computer terminology.
Finally, the class business owners have been asking for! Learn how to set up your company with QuickBooks and tailor it to your needs. The class will cover how to set up your data in QuickBooks and get started the right way, common QuickBooks tasks like invoicing, receiving payments, and paying bills and more.
This is a hands-on class using the QuickBooks software. Therefore, we recommend that everyone have a copy of QuickBooks installed on their home computer before the class begins. If you do not hav