Sushi may seem mysterious and exotic but making great sushi at home is something anyone can do. Join this fun, hands-on adventure into the art of sushi rolling. Participants will choose from a wide assortment of sushi fillings, making it fun to customize your own rolls to eat during class. A full meal will be served including miso soup and a dessert, both made with sea vegetables. Everyone will receive a bamboo mat to roll their own sushi and bring home afterwards. No raw fish will be served. This class is vegan-friendly. Please bring a cutting board, sharp, non-serrated knife, large bowl, and a cotton dish towel. Cost includes all food. Children ages 12 and older are welcomed to register with a registered adult. Carol Steingart is a marine educator, owner of Coast Encounters, LLC, and specializes in unique programs centered around Maine’s rocky intertidal region.

Thursday, March 27, 5:30-8:30pm

Make a uniquely designed floor cloth with acrylics using the traditional process of floor cloth construction.  No acrylic painting experience is necessary.  Create your own design, or Jean will have a couple of designs to choose from.  Map out the design onto the canvas, choose from a selection of paint colors and add your creative details. The floor cloth will be approximately 2’ by 3. The material fee will cover the primed floor cloth, paint, glue and protective polyurethane finish. Bring: large and small paint brushes.

4 Thursday sessions

March 27-April 17, 6:30-8:30pm

Registration Fee: $60

Material Fee: $25, payable to instructor

This class covers composition, color theory, and color mixing as well as materials and techniques. You’ll learn and practice the fundamentals of painting with acrylics. Class time will provide time for experimentation, creativity and the opportunity to work on your own projects with guidance from the instructor. Please Bring: Material List

4 Tuesday sessions

April 1-29, 6:00-8:00pm *no class 4/22

Registration Fee: $65

Join us for an illuminating journey through the rich history of the iconic Nubble Lighthouse in Cape Neddick, Maine. Our guest speaker, Matt, a seasoned lighthouse keeper, will share his firsthand experiences and in-depth knowledge of this beloved landmark.

Tuesday, April 1, 6:30-7:30pm

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

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

From audio books to advertisements and beyond, we encounter recorded voices everywhere! In this one-night, live online class, your instructor will take you behind-the-scenes in the voice over field for a fun and realistic look at how the voice over field really works.  You’ll gain inside perspective on developing skills, and how to leverage your voice's strengths and interests, and more.  Because this class is live, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions!  

This is just an introductory class if you are curious about the field and had questions. You are not obligated to purchase further lessons. Prior to class, you will be sent a ZOOM link to join this class virtually.

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