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LEGO Robotics
with Maine Robotics, Massabesic Adult and Community Education
Ages: 9 - 12
LEGO Robotics workshops are a fantastic opportunity to dive into the world of robotics and programming! This session is for beginner LEGO Roboteer families (1 adult and 1 or 2 kids aged 9-12). Explore robotics concepts using the LEGO robotics platform. Campers use “Scratch”-style block coding to guide their LEGO robots through various missions, while learning how to use sensors to help their robots navigate challenges and obstacles. Through building and modifying their robots to complete missions, campers learn problem-solving skills that help them become independent STEAM-thinkers!
Chinese Cuisine: Mooncakes
with Shufang Liao, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival in style! In this no-bake class, you’ll craft delicate Snow Skin Mooncakes—modern variations of a centuries-old symbol of reunion and gratitude. Using glutinous rice flour, you’ll make the smooth, chewy “snow skin” and fill it with sweet lotus paste, red bean, or fruit flavors before molding them into beautiful designs. Learn about the cultural stories behind the mooncake while enjoying a creative, hands-on experience. All ingredients & equipment provided.
Intermediate Book Binding
with Joelle Webber, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Classes will cover various techniques and materials including Decorative Paste Papers, The Stab Binding, and the Long Stitched Book. Each class will focus on a different topic, while we learn the basics of book binding vocabulary, tools & materials. Tools & materials provided. A materials fee of $20 payable to the instructor is due on the first night.
Become a Docent for the Alfred Shaker Village
with Alfred Shaker Village, Massabesic Adult and Community Education
Are you interested in learning about local history and getting involved with a local non-profit? Join us for an informational meeting about the Alfred Shakers and the Alfred Shaker Museum and how you can help.
Let's Romvong!
with Sokha Khlung, Noble Adult & Community Education
Welcome to the world of Romvong, a traditional Khmer (Cambodian) circle dance! This dance brings people together through rhythm, movement, and joy. In this class we will be learning saravan, lam leav, kbach, as well as other dances! These dances are pretty common in wedding celebrations, New Years, and other occasions. This is a beginner-friendly class where you will learn the basic steps, hand gestures, and move along with the flow of the music. It’s a casual dance class, so wear some comfy clothes and most importantly have fun! This is a great class to learn part of Cambodian culture.
*Please note that these dances utilize a lot of wrist movements.
Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 8
PUBLIC SPEAKING AT WORK AND IN YOUR COMMUNITY
with Dave Dec, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Public speaking is the number 1 fear of most people. We will practice tips for speaking confi dently at work, local events, school boards, and civic gatherings. INSTRUCTORS: Dave Dec
Resin Ocean Tray
with Massabesic Adult and Community Education
Dive into the world of ocean- inspired art at this one night class. Create stunning ocean pours using acrylics, and discover the magic of resin as you finish off your masterpiece with a glossy, professional touch. Materials fee payable to instructor: $40
So You Want to Run an Airbnb?
with Deb Arter, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Did you know that the number of people turning to Airbnb for lodging in Maine has almost doubled from just a few years ago?! The revenue earned by Airbnb wonders in Maine was roughly $40 million. If you have entertained the idea of opening up your guest house or summer camp for short term rentals, this is a class not to miss! Debra has operated River Escape for two years in Damariscotta as an active and popular Airbnb.