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Yeast Rolls Jubilee

$55

with Debra Arter

Calendar Nov 21, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Yeast Rolls Jubilee In this one night class, we will learn how to mix, knead, proof and shape yeast dough into both savory and sweet treats. Participants will learn how to create cloverleaf rolls, butter crescents, cinnamon swirls, tea rings, sticky caramel pecan rolls and whole-wheat buns as well as an economical savory braid that is a crowd pleaser. You will learn what gluten is really about! Various yeast bread tricks will be shared and discussed. Each student will go home with warm samples, as well as dough to bake later. All baking levels are welcome for this hands-on class. Bring an apron, and some plastic tubs/ large bags to fill and take home. 

Farmers Market Basket/Harvest Basket Combo

$145

with Jessica Steele

Calendar Nov 30, 2024 at 9:30 am

nterested in gathering your vegetables or apples in a basket this year? A basket that you made? Everyone is welcome to join this class, but if you have never weaved before, Jes will be doing step-by-step directions. The basket will be a square-round basket with leather bushed basket handles. The material is flat and halfround quality reed. We will also add blue, purple, red, green, and brown reed in the basket, if desired.

Planning & Paying for College

Free

with Finance Authority Of Maine

Calendar Dec 2, 2024 at 7 pm, runs for 1 week

Planning and Paying for College December 2, 2024 7:00pm Do you have children who will be looking at college in the next few years or might you be thinking of returning to school yourself? Now is a great time to start thinking about the college financial aid process and ways to boost college savings. The earlier you start, the more confident and relaxed you will feel when it is time to apply for financial aid. Join Jessica Whittier, College Access Counselor with the Finance Authority of Maine for this 1-hour workshop as we talk all things paying for college.

Zoom Link:

https://famemaine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsf- 2uqzwiHt0kNMXZCO3ovAhobZ7PNlG-

Holiday Appetizers

$55

with Chris Toy

Calendar Dec 3, 2024 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Join cookbook author and instructor Chris Toy for an evening of making (and tasting!) his favorite family holiday appetizers. We’ll make Egg Rolls, Wonton Soup, Spare Ribs, and more! Those in the know bring take-home containers, just in case. 

EZ Sweets

$55

with Debra Arter

Calendar Dec 5, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

 In this one night class we will learn the basic concepts of candy making. Each student will take home samples of the quick and easy treats we will make. Grab a friend and treat yourself to a sweet night out learning new recipes. These include Quick Butter Toffee Bark, No Bake Coconut Candy, and Last Minute Fudge. Bring covered containers to take home samples.

How to Train to Become a Registered Maine Guide

Free

with Alice Bean Andrenyak, MMG

Calendar Dec 9, 2024 at 7 pm, runs for 1 week

Want to be a Registered Maine Guide? Don't know the process? Trying to decide how to train to take your tests? Want to know the rules about guiding? Take this one-hour interactive Zoom information session to get your answers and create your future! 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.

How to Train to Become a Registered Maine Guide

Free

with Alice Bean Andrenyak, MMG

Calendar Jan 9, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 1 week

Want to be a Registered Maine Guide? Don't know the process? Trying to decide how to train to take your tests? Want to know the rules about guiding? Take this one-hour interactive Zoom information session to get your answers and create your future! 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.

Registered Maine Guide Training

$500

with Alice Bean Andrenyak, MMG

Calendar Jan 23, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 11 weeks

Train to become a working Registered Maine Guide not just a test taker. Learn the skills that guides use daily including: map & compass, coastal navigation, shelter building, separated client searches, cooking, canoeing, snowshoeing, SUP’ng, plus specialty skills for recreation, sea kayaking, tide-water fishing, inland fishing, and hunting future guides. This ten-session hybrid program includes Zoom, optional all-day skill workshops, and homework assignments. Optional skills workshops are at an additional cost. Those thinking of becoming a Registered Maine Guide will need to take a first aid and CPR course, not included.  Instructor: Alice Bean Andrenyak, MMG 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Beginning 1/23 for 10 weeks (no class on 2/18/25) Online $500





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