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Basic Computer Skills - Digital Literacy Micro Credentials
with Marci Dionne
Earn certificates in the areas that are important to you for daily life, employment, or higher education. Choose the lessons and assessments you want to learn: basic computer skills, internet basics, Windows 10, Microsoft Word Office 2016, Excel, Mac OS, Using Email, Google Docs, PowerPoint, Your Digital Footprint, Supporting K-12 Learning, and/or Information Literacy.
Choose a day/time that works for you. Enroll anytime.
Free to eligible adult education students or $70.00
Tai Chi
with Dianne Mros
Practice slow movements to help relieve tension, improve balance, and promote overall fitness. Develop breathing techniques to promote calmness and beneficial energy levels. All levels are welcome!
Class Location: Marshwood Great Works School @ 49 Academy St, South Berwick, ME 03908
Please Note: First session -there will be no class on February 20 and March 12. Second session - there will be no class on April 16.
Intermediate Artist Quality Pastel Painting
with Caroline Kelley
In this six-week course, we'll paint, paint, paint using fabulous color, and discuss painting composition, and techniques for both representational and abstract work. We’ll also begin to look at the student’s painting preferences and influences as a means of finding their personal style. We'll use artist-quality materials and techniques that make pastel painting a versatile, accurate, portable, and fun medium to work with. A materials list will be provided prior to the first class for those who wish to source their own materials.
At an intermediate level, the student is strongly encouraged to begin using art supply resources online and in person, however, material packs will be available from the instructor for $40 each at the first class.
Please Note: There will be no class on April 16
Intermediate Soap Making
with Sarah Holden-Remick
Previous cold process soap making experience is required for this class. In this course, you will learn how to formulate your own recipes, which natural colorants you can use to color your soaps, basic swirling techniques, and use of essential oils in your soap.
You will leave this class with 2 lbs of soap and your soap mold. Students should wear long sleeves to class.
Improving Positive Self-Talk through Art Journaling
with Pamela Clark
The words you use in your internal self-dialog impact you every day. Learning to improve these messages can help improve depression, anxiety, self-confidence & self-esteem. Learn a fun & easy way to change these messages while creating a mixed-media art journal. No technical art skills are required! Supplies for in class use are provided.
Please Note: There will be no class on April 17
Knitting
with Vicky Vaughn
Always wanted to learn how to knit? Or has it been a long time since you've picked up the needles? Maybe you're stuck on a project. Join us in a relaxed, fun atmosphere! You'll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, read a pattern, as well as repair mistakes in an easy-going class. It's fun to be part of a creative community.
You'll need a skein of light colored Red Heart Worsted Weight yarn and a pair of size needles (size 7 or 8 is best) other small supplies will be discussed. Get ready to learn how to make all kinds of items suitable for gift giving. One of Vicky’s favorite patterns is a dead fish hat which she is happy to share. Get ready to laugh with Vicky, she certainly makes knitting fun.
Please Note: Session 1 -There will be no class held on February 21 or March 17. Session 2 - there will be no class on April 16.
Cruising with Kelley
with Kelly Monroe
Are you interested in taking a cruise but not sure where to start? We are excited to announce a new one-night class that will help with just that! Join Kelly Monroe, owner of In The Magic Travel with Kelly, where she will share her expertise on cruising. Learn about cruise lines, itineraries, departure ports, what to expect, how to proceed, and answers to your questions!
Spring, Broadway, Birds, and Blooms - NYC Deluxe Motor Coach Tour
available
with Adventure Marketplace
There's something special about New York City in Springtime when the buds are busting, birds are singing, and Broadway is hopping! Please join us April 17-20, 2024, as we travel from Portland and points south (during the April School Vacation). We'll spend three nights at the lovely Belvedere Hotel in Times Square, experience a Broadway show (TBD), wander through the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, and discover extra insider experiences.
Reservations: 3 nights / Rates from $989 per person depending on room type.
Organized and escorted by Nancy of Adventure Marketplace, you will travel in style and comfort from the centralized parking and pick-up location at Marshwood High School to NYC on a Custom Coach deluxe motor coach. All details are handled meticulously, adding value and reducing risk and stress, giving you more time to enjoy and get the most out of your time in the Big Apple!
Please email nancy@adventure-marketplace.com for more details or visit adventure-marketplace.com for more information and to book 207-712-5699.