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AI (Ai) Made So Practical and Easy!

$20

with Michael Wilson

Calendar May 24, 2024 at 6 pm

Are you curious about AI (Ai)? Then this class is for you! (Older and young adults will find this class very rewarding!) We will explore the practical benefits of using a basic form of AI called ChatGPT. If you have or have not used Google before to search for information, this AI will be a snap! Take your search, research, inquiries, and answers to questions to a whole new level! Find quick written solutions to problems based on your exact needs. Generate personalized text in seconds for invitations, letters, and any other materials you are looking to create. AI will quickly generate any text for you based on your interest. Also, never worry about grammar and spelling errors again! You will be amazed at how user-friendly this session will be. Take this class; you won’t be disappointed! 

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Cooking the Tastes of West Africa 5.29.24

$49

with Jordan Benissan

Calendar May 29, 2024 at 5:30 pm
Learn a new cuisine as you join Togo native Jordan Benissan as he teaches you how to cook dishes from West Africa. Among the dishes you may be preparing are West African Chicken in Peanut Sauce, Jollof Rice (West African Paella), Gusi Dessi (Spinach, kale, and collard greens, cooked with melon seeds, cooked in a reduced tomato sauce; served with white rice), and West African tapioca pudding cooked in lemongrass broth with choice of vanilla or chocolate ice cream. Registration fee includes all ingredients.

Wills and Trusts Explained 5.29.24

Free

with Jesse Bifulco

Calendar May 29, 2024 at 6 pm

This course shows the difference between a Will and a Trust and how each is used as a tool in an estate plan. It covers the basics of a Will, Power of Attorney and Advanced Directive, as well as more complex topics such as trust use in Medicaid/MaineCare asset preservation, estate plans for blended families, and how to protect the inheritance of an adult child. Attendees will learn how estate planning techniques can be used to preserve assets and prevent family conflict. Taught with stories, this class shows attendees potential areas of loss in their own families.

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Explorer Pack Basket 5.30.24

$99

with Jessica Steele

Calendar May 30, 2024 at 4 pm

Making a pack basket can be a fun and rewarding project and a perfect gift! A pack basket is a traditional type of backpack used for carrying items while hiking, hunting, or for general outdoor activities. Pack baskets have a long history dating back centuries and have been used by various cultures around the world. Here in Maine our Maine Guides walked the woods with these packs to transport supplies and game through rugged terrain. In this course, we will weave a 10-12” tall basket with premium reed. We will go over the history of pack baskets and what materials have been used. Jessica will go through the process of making the basket step-by-step ensuring all will walk away with a finished basket. The baskets will have a base and feet along with pack straps. There will also be a variety of color straps and even color reeds to add a little color to your basket. You will walk away with a pack basket and the knowledge for life! All level weavers are welcome EVEN if you have never weaved! The course fee will cover all material, use of tools, and instruction.

NO REFUNDS UNLESS THE CLASS IS CANCELLED OR RESCHEDULED.

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Airbnb - How to Open and Run One Well

$39

with Debra Arter

Calendar May 30, 2024 at 6 pm
Did you know that Airbnb hosts earn an average of $13,000 annually? Airbnb listings in Maine reached 20,000 in 2022? Many use short term rentals as a strategy to supplement their income and afford their own home. If you have entertained the idea of opening up your guest bedroom or summer camp for short term rental, this is a class not to miss. The instructor, herself an Airbnb owner since 2017, has interviewed many other Airbnb or VRBO owners and put together a packet of good information, tips and actual stories of events in the life of a short term landlord. The course will address issues dealing with ordinance, insurance, expectations, fees, safety, guests, communication, neighbors and more.

Foraging Walk

$29

with David Spahr

Calendar Jun 1, 2024 at 10 am

Learn about edible and medicinal wild plants and fungi. We will be examining commonly found “spring things” including nutritious greens, their uses, and their niche in the local ecology. Class will meet near the windmill behind school. Boots or waterproof footwear is recommended.

AI (Ai) Made So Practical and Easy!

$20

with Michael Wilson

Calendar Jun 5, 2024 at 10 am

Are you curious about AI (Ai)? Then this class is for you! (Older and young adults will find this class very rewarding!) We will explore the practical benefits of using a basic form of AI called ChatGPT. If you have or have not used Google before to search for information, this AI will be a snap! Take your search, research, inquiries, and answers to questions to a whole new level! Find quick written solutions to problems based on your exact needs. Generate personalized text in seconds for invitations, letters, and any other materials you are looking to create. AI will quickly generate any text for you based on your interest. Also, never worry about grammar and spelling errors again! You will be amazed at how user-friendly this session will be. Take this class; you won’t be disappointed! 

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Medicare 101 6.6.24

Free

with Anna Moorman

Calendar Jun 6, 2024 at 5:30 pm
Anna Moorman, of Allen Insurance & Financial, is a licensed insurance agent with a decade of experience helping individuals find the right Medicare coverage based on one's personal needs, budget, and risk tolerance. During this class she will help answer questions including: What does Medicare cover? What does Medicare NOT cover? When can I enroll in Medicare? What is a Medicare Advantage plan? What is a Medicare Supplement plan?

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