Join us as we discuss the various tools filmmakers use (cinematography, editing, sound, ect.) to communicate themes beyond the pages of the screenplay. For newcomers and veteran cinephiles alike!

Wesley grew up in New England. He has lived all over the country, working on multiple film sets, and written for various entertainment sites about film. He would like to share that passion and knowledge with others.

4 Tuesday sessions

Rice Public Library Tech Series

Join librarian Katie Lyons for AE technology classes at Rice Public Library!

Have you considered ‘cutting the cord’ and getting rid of your traditional cable package? From local news to live TV to premium cable, find out all the ways to watch what you want and leave the rest behind.

This seminar is designed to offer organizing strategies to start your downsizing efforts. Establish your project priorities, learn what supplies you might need, and set realistic time constraints.  Leave with an action plan. Class will meet at the Kittery Community Center.

Tuesday, March 18, 9:30-11:30am

Registration Fee: $22    

Learn how to navigate commonly-used features of your Android or Apple smartphone, including downloading apps, taking photos, and sending messages. You’ll also learn how to tailor your settings to get the most out of your phone. Registrants are asked to please bring their own devices to this class. Class meets at Rice Library

iPhone session: Thursday, March 20, 6-8pm

Android phone session: Thursday,  April 3, 6-8 pm

Social Security: Your Questions Answered is an educational program for people who are nearing retirement, ages 55 and up who have questions about social security. During this seminar we'll help answer these questions: How does Social Security fit into my retirement income plan? When should I start taking benefits? What about taxes?

Tuesday, March 25, 6:00-7:00pm

Registration Fee: $12

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