There are many ways to support your favorite charity as part of your estate plans. There are effective ways and not-so-effective ways to do it. Before taking action, we suggest you consider WHAT you might give, and HOW you might give. This program will review some common and effective ways to support your favorite charities and also discuss some pitfalls to avoid. 

This course will be presented by Joseph M. Pratt, Senior Vice President & Senior Wealth Manager and Ruth Dunbar, Sneior Vice President & Senior Wealth Manager at Bar Harbor Wealth Management. 

When: Friday, May 17

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Where: Bethel Historical Society, Robinson House reading room.

This course is free and open to the public. Registration is suggested to you can stay informed of possible changes in time or place. 

The Ryan Home Project is proud to present their inagural:
Ryan Home Pizza Party & Story Time!

This pizza party/story time, along with book pre-orders, is to raise funds for The Ryan Home Project, which is a program that supports displaced studentsin the Noble School District. We are also working in conjunction with theNoble Adult and Community Education (NACE) program!

Matt Tavares is a New York Times bestselling author/illustrator of children’sbooks. We have included a list of his most popular books that are currentlyavailable for purchase that Matt has illustrated and many he has also written.

These books are available for pre-order and can be picked up at the event. The Ryan Home Project will receive 40% of the sales for anybooks ordered during this pre-order!

This free event will include a drawing presentation and a reading by Matt Tavares of one of his personal books. Matt will also be available to autographyour purchased books. Bring a blanket or quilt to sit on. Pajamas are always welcome! No inflatable splease!

** Book Pre-Orders are due Friday, March 29th

The Order Form with “Books Available” is attached along with the event flyer for dates/times. You can either print the order form to fill out or fill it out digitally. Please return the order form to your student’s teacher and download the flyer for reminders of dates and email.

Order Form Download Here

Event Flier Download Here

We will have pizza, snacks, and beverages available for purchase at the beginning of the event. If you plan to purchase pizza, please email MaureenM228@gmail.com by Wednesday, May 15th with the number of children and adults coming so we will be sure to have enough food availablefor everyone.

If you can’t attend the event, any books purchased can be sent home with yourstudent through their classroom.

Supporting unaccompanied youth from North Berwick,
Berwick and Lebanon, ME

Get your name on our interest list for the fall 2024 class!

Assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle. You’ll review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology (including proper lead placements), professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare.

This test prep program consists of 140 hours of classroom lecture and an optional clinical externship of 160 hours with a local healthcare provider. Once you successfully complete this test prep program, you will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national examination and the National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Clinical Medical Assistant (CMAE) Exam. Classes will be held at the Learning Center @ Jack Memorial in Buxton.

*You must show proof of having a high school diploma or equivalency to get into this program. You will take a short reading test prior to the start date of the class.

Register here to be put on the interest list for the fall 2024 class! We will contact you late spring with information.

This 2 year certification course is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support skills in a wide variety of medical settings. This audience includes nurses, physicians, EMS professionals, students in a healthcare program at a university/college, allied health professionals (physical therapists, occupational therapist, athletic trainers, etc.), and others who may need training in basic life support skills. Taught by American Heart Association Certified Instructor.

Pho (pronounced “fuh”) is a Vietnamese noodle soup that’s made with broth, rice noodles, meat, and fresh garnishes.  The broth's unique flavor is so delicious and delicate.  Making Pho broth is a labor of love.

Join Jennifer on Saturday May 18 from 8-12 to learn how to make this traditional style soup.  $25 per person.

The price has been reduced from what was published in the catalog.

Please call the Adult Education office to register for this class. 422-4794

Reiki is a philosophy and healing method originated in Japan for the purpose of maintaining healthful flow of Chi, bringing together physical, mental and emotional balance.  It is calming, relaxing, and easy to perform on yourself and other beings, including animals and plants. The feeling of this waveform of energy is described in Gendai Reiki Ho as "the energy of love harmony, and healing that resonates with human consciousness or spiritual awareness."

This school of Classical Japanese Reiki is particularly aligned with Nature and the aura of the heart. In this Certification Course, you will be empowered into Reiki (Level One) and learn how to sense and perceive, and utilize it using specific hands on as well as distant methods to reduce stress and pain, speed healing, increase intuition, manifest goals, and stimulate creativity. An original 30-page manual is included.

Class size is limited. Please bring something to drink and your lunch. 

This course includes discussion of collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challange drivers on Maine's highways.

Please note that the State of Maine increased the cost of this class and there is no longer a discount for over 65 years of age.

The ServSafe® program is developed by the National Restaurant Association with the help of foodservice industry experts who face the same risks you do every day. Your concerns are our concerns.

Our years of experience and inside knowledge of the foodservice industry are at the core of our courses, exams and materials. We will prepare you to handle food sanitation risks. 

Our materials help define food safety best practices because we involve specialists from regulatory agencies, academia, and the foodservice industry to create them. ServSafe materials reflect the latest science, research and FDA Food Code.

Certified ServSafe Instructors and Registered ServSafe Proctors must meet minimum experience and educational requirements. You can be confident that practical, real-world experience guides your training.

The fee covers materials, instructor, exam and certificate presentation.

If you have already completed the course/training and are only in need of the proctored exam, please register for our exam only session.