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Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals

with Alice Bean Andrenyak, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

Apr

15

April 15th, 2025

$35 More Info

This three-hour course is for firearm owners and nonowners. You’ll learn what to do when you see an attack or if you are attacked and respond with force. You’ll learn how to contact the first responders, how prosecutors might view what you did, rules about concealed carry in the U.S. and Maine, and various ways to protect yourself without using a firearm. Students must have an audio- and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone.

Maple Tree Delights & Sweets Workshop – NEW!

with Jessica Steele, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

Mar

3

March 3rd, 2025

$77 More Info

It's that time of the year when the sap comes up from the roots of a maple tree and starts to feed the tree new buds. This is when we tap the maples to gather the sap and boil it down to make maple syrup or other yummy, sweet products. Join me to learn the basics of maple syruping and how you could start making your own maple syrup in your own backyard!

Weather for Outdoor Enthusiasts – NEW!

with Alice Bean Andrenyak, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

Apr

9

April 9th, 2025

$35 More Info

We’re spending more time outside and that is good. Learn how to integrate weather forecasts and your own reading of the weather signs to plan ahead and to best manage your outdoor activities - walking, biking, hiking, camping, paddling, boating, playing and exercising. Learn from a Master Maine Guide & Total Weather Spotter. Course is presented on Zoom. Students must have an audio- and video-enabled laptop, desktop, or tablet with reliable internet to participate in class. We do not recommend using a smartphone.

Dandelion Foods & Tea Workshop – NEW!

with Jessica Steele, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

May

20

May 20th, 2025

$85 More Info

Did you ever know all the amazing things you can make from dandelions? Join us in this class.to learn how to collect and process these amazing plants. Learn recipes with dandelion greens, how to use dandelion flowers to make jams, teas, and wines, and all the beneficial properties of dandelion roots. We will taste and make some delicious dishes!

Field Course for Old Houses & Barn Owners

with Les Fossel, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

Apr

30

April 30th, 2025

$86 More Info

This is a course for people who have an old house and/or an old barn, want to, or just love them! The first session is in the classroom. After that, meetings will be held in the old homes and barns of class members. There will be as many sessions as are required to visit the houses of class members who want their houses visited. The last class will be a potluck supper at the instructor’s house, where class members can visit the historic features of Alna, see the instructor’s cabinet-making shop and barns, and delve into his reference library on early buildings. Les Fossel is one of Maine’s foremost experts on early buildings. His award-winning business has specialized in preserving our early buildings since 1975. Class meetings are held based on accommodating everyone’s schedules.

Medicare 101 – Session 5

with Jo-Ann Neal, Midcoast Adult & Community Education

May

13

May 13th, 2025

Price not available More Info

Questions about Medicare? Join Jo-Ann Neal for this informational seminar outlining the basics of Medicare. Jo-Ann will answer your questions including what Medicare does and does NOT cover when to enroll, the difference between MedicareAdvantage and Medicare Supplement Plans, and which plan is best for you. Following the presentation, Jo-Ann will be available for a question and answer session. Jo-Ann Neal of Allen Insurance and Financial is a licensed insurance agent specializing in Medicare. Jo-Ann joined Allen Insurance and Financial in May 2013, bringing with her 10+ years of human resources and benefits administration experience. In 2016, she earned a Benefits Account Manager certification from the National Association of Health Insurance Underwriters and became appointed to work with customers on Medicare plans.