Augusta Adult and Community Education
Augusta, ME
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in Personal Enrichment at Augusta Adult and Community Education
Cooking With BoomerTECH Adventures (Online) W25
with Chris Toy, Augusta Adult and Community Education

In this course, BoomerTECH Adventures guide, Chris, shares his love of cooking and enjoyment of many different foods. You will learn how to prepare several tasty stir-fries using traditional Chinese flavorings, make fresh pasta, turn leftover sweet potato into gnocchi, stir up great fried rice, and give ramen soup a delicious upgrade. In addition, discover an easy way to make your own pita pockets, flatbreads, and tortillas. Plus, you will see a way to combine the benefits of cooking on cast iron with your love of grilling. We haven't forgotten dessert! Who can resist a delectable chocolate brownie torte or apple pie? This course is video-based.
For more information please contact edbrazee@gmail.com
Foster Care/Adoption Q & A Sessions (Online) W25
with Kasey McDonough, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Join the A Family for ME program for a live, virtual conversation about becoming a foster/adoptive parent in Maine. Recruitment Specialists will be answering your questions about the different ways to provide care for infants, teens, and siblings. If you've ever considered foster care or adoption, this is a great opportunity to learn more and get your questions answered! Learn more about the licensing process. Explore the various ways to support youth and provide care, including respite care. Discover ways to support foster families.
2nd Monday of every month 12:00-1:00 pm and/or 6:00-7:00 pm
Free
Register directly: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/afamilyforme
Family Literacy - StoryTime Adventures W25
with Kelli Gilzow Stowell, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Weekly StoryTime Adventures are curated to include fitness, well-being, and the importance of your imagination in the outdoors. Registration includes a copy of the month's chosen storybook. A comprehensive craft to accompany the book, along with a take-home and follow-up for parents/guardians to continue the discussions from our Adventure together.
Morning sessions are ideal for parents/guardians of children birth to 4 years.
Jan. 27 - Feb. 10 (Snowshoes/Sleds, weather permitting)
Feb. 24 - Mar. 10 (Outdoors, weather permitting)
Apr. 7 - Apr. 28 no class Apr. 21 (Outdoors, weather permitting)
May 5 - May 19 (Outdoors, weather permitting)
Will run
Makeup Techniques for Your Features W25
with Candace Sanborn, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Do you avoid wearing makeup because you don't like looking "made up"? Have your features changed with time and you're not sure what to do? Come learn easy makeup tips that give you an enhanced, natural appearance! Together with the instructor, you'll identify your face, eye, and lip shapes then we'll teach you makeup application techniques to enhance your features.
STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING MAKEUP TO APPLY DURING CLASS ALONG WITH A SMALL MIRROR.
Owner of Radiant Image, Candace is a personal stylist helping women look and feel good by teaching them how to dress for their clothing, body proportions, and face shape. She specializes in women over 40 and provides her services virtually and at her studio in Auburn, Maine. Candace also offers a variety of interactive, in-person, or virtual group classes for 4-15 people for private groups as well as through local Adult Education programs.
How to Make an Owner's Manual for Your House May W25
with Colin McCullough, Augusta Adult and Community Education

All large purchases come with an owner's manual, so what about your house? In this class, we'll learn the steps to create an owner's manual for your house, including the mechanical systems, maintenance schedules, interior & exterior surfaces, etc., all organized into a binder with photos. Learn about your home and how to keep it running in top condition!
Colin McCullough is the owner of All-Around Home Performance, working as an independent energy auditor, and provides the service of creating owner's manuals for houses. Colin lives in Farmingdale in a 1915 house where he is working to make a net-zero energy house, and he is a BPI-certified building science trainer/proctor teaching at SMCC and KVCC.
Fearless Foodies Cooking Class Parties (Online - Live Stream) May Upscale Tuna (or Chicken) Mélange W25
with Pat Friedman, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Have fun learning to save money, time, and calories while dishing up delicious, healthy, food. Whether skilled culinary artists - or a family member who’s starting to cook - there’s something for everyone in these engaging, live-stream kitchen adventures. Experience heaps of tips and techniques with lots of laughs. . . and come away having our standout meals, and recipes to share and cherish.
I designed this lively series of cooking class events for GF/vegans/vegetarians/and omnivores alike. Without added processed sugar, excessive sodium, gluten, or chemicals. Fearless Foodies® use leftovers, pantry, and everyday ingredients while scattering everything (when possible) with fresh, local, organic, and homegrown ingredients for countless, powerful benefits and superior taste.
Your receipt will give you a list of needed items for the recipes to be prepared—an anticipated cost of $15.
Pat has been a lifelong healthy gourmet chef, restaurateur, organic gardener, Producer of LifeRecipeMagazine.com, and your host at Fearless-Foodies.com cooking class parties.
May 22 - Upscale Tuna (or Chicken) Mélange
Upscale Tuna (or Chicken) Mélange w/Homespun Mayo, Piled onto Garden Gifts and your Croutons
This is a simple yet elegant lift to a classic hit: No one will believe it’s super easy and “pennies apiece” yet so glamorous to serve; paired with a limeade fizz to remember. VEGANS/GF can dive into this recipe too, given the carefully crafted options researched for you…Creamy and fulfilling, yet elevated and provocative. This dairy-free-optional recipe takes the humdrum out of tuna or chicken salad.
How to Make an Owner's Manual for Your House June W25
with Colin McCullough, Augusta Adult and Community Education

All large purchases come with an owner's manual, so what about your house? In this class, we'll learn the steps to create an owner's manual for your house, including the mechanical systems, maintenance schedules, interior & exterior surfaces, etc., all organized into a binder with photos. Learn about your home and how to keep it running in top condition!
Colin McCullough is the owner of All-Around Home Performance, working as an independent energy auditor, and provides the service of creating owner's manuals for houses. Colin lives in Farmingdale in a 1915 house where he is working to make a net-zero energy house, and he is a BPI-certified building science trainer/proctor teaching at SMCC and KVCC.
Put Your House on an Energy Diet June W25
with Colin McCullough, Augusta Adult and Community Education

How do you reduce heating costs while making your house more comfortable? Learn tips & tricks from an independent home energy auditor bring your questions about insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, etc. as we learn about common home issues and ways to save on energy bills!
Colin McCullough is the owner of All-Around Home Performance, working as an independent energy auditor, and provides the service of creating owner's manuals for houses. Colin lives in Farmingdale in a 1915 house where he is working to make a net-zero energy house, and he is a BPI-certified building science trainer/proctor teaching at SMCC and KVCC.