Inga is a marine biologist and co-founder of Cold Current Kelp, a kelp farm and skincare company in Kittery. Inga will talk about what led her to kelp farming and starting her business with co-founder Krista Rosen, how ocean farming helps the environment, why kelp is such a powerful natural ingredient, the company’s ongoing research, and the potential of kelp and ocean farming for the future.Inga’s life-long love of the ocean began during early childhood summers on Nantucket Island. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of New Hampshire in 2010 studying the ecology of large oceanic fish. She has collaborated with scientists all over the world in her research and has enjoyed teaching biology and environmental science to students of all ages and backgrounds. Inga’s environmental science background first drew her to the many benefits of kelp farming.

Thursday, April 3, 6:00-7:00pm

Registration Fee: $12 *proceeds to benefit the Adult Ed. Academic Scholarship

Join us for a journey of creativity and self-discovery as we craft stunning macramé wall hangings infused with the energy of the chakras. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the art of macramé, exploring intricate knot patterns to create a beautiful, meaningful tapestry. Each participant will select crystals representing the seven chakras, weaving them into their designs to amplify intention and harmony.

This class is more than a creative endeavor—it’s an invitation to connect with your inner self, balance your energy, and infuse mindfulness into every knot. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike, this experience blends artistry and spirituality, leaving you with a radiant, personalized wall hanging that reflects your journey toward balance and healing.

2 Tuesday sessions

April 8 -15, 6:00-8:00pm

Registration Fee: $90

Material Fee: $12, payable to instructor

Valerie Lovelace, Executive Director, Maine Death with Dignity

There is still a lot of misunderstanding and misinformation about Maine’s compassionate end-of-life care option. Many providers and patients in Maine are still not familiar with Maine’s Death with Dignity Act. In effect since September 2019, the law permits physicians to practice medical aid-in-dying under specific circumstances. Join this class to get fact-based information and all the details you need to know about Maine’s law, how to have the conversation with your physician, and how to qualify for the law or support your loved one who maybe qualifying. This class is offered virtual over ZOOM, you will be sent a link prior to class.

Registration Fee: Free

Students in Drawing II will engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass aesthetics and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Further development of drawing skills is the primary objective of this class and uses the human figure, landscape, still life and design work to help accomplish this goal. Students will learn various techniques and different approaches to drawing through the use of chalk, colored pencil, conte crayon, pastels, pen and ink, charcoal, and pencil. Drawing II students will critique their own and others works. Bring to class: materials list 

5 Wednesday sessions

April 9-May 14, 6:00-7:30 pm

Sgraffito (in Italian "to scratch") is a decorating pottery technique produced by applying layers of color or colors (underglazes or colored slips) to leather hard pottery and then scratching off parts of the layer(s) to create contrasting images, patterns and texture and reveal the clay color underneath. Lessons include hand-building techniques. Limit 6.  

3 Wednesday sessions

April 9-30, 6:30-8:30pm * no class 4/23

Registration Fee: $30

Material Fee: $50, paid to instructor at first class by cash/check

Ever wonder how to safely preserve all those fresh garden vegetables? This hands-on food preservation workshop taught by UMaine Extension volunteers and staff will teach you the basic steps for pressure canning. Participants will receive a "Preserving the Harvest" food preservation packet, and will learn recommended methods for preserving foods, the latest and safest recipes, about equipment to ensure safety, and how to check for properly sealed jars. Please bring a potholder with you to the workshop.

Thursday, April 10, 6:00-9:00pm

Registration Fee: $35

Are you thinking of buying a tablet? Do you have one, but are unsure how to get the most out of it? Get a hands-on demonstration of Apple and Android tablets. Discover great apps, connect with others, and bring your questions!

Class takes place at Rice Library

You are comfortable with your camera and you want more! Explore the use of intermediate camera controls such as metering (spot, matrix, center weight), exposure and exposure compensation, ISO, aperture and shutter priority. This class is virtual only. You will be sent a ZOOM link prior to the start of class.