Learn fundamentals of casting from a Fly Fishers International Certified Casting Instructor. Beginners to advanced casters welcome. You will learn on a one-to-one basis how to make the basic cast, a roll cast, line management, casting in wind, aerial mends and other useful casting techniques. Special Instructions: This class will be held OUTDOORS. Bring a 4-7 wt. fly rod with a floating line. Also bring a hat and sunglasses to protect head and eyes. Instructor will provide a leader and practice fly to attach to your fly line. First class will meet in classroom before going outside to field.

Prosperity and Good Fortune: Chinese Wonton Dumplings We will make Chinese dumplings with pork filling made from scratch in class. You will learn the multiple styles of folding dumplings using wonton wrappers. Then we will boil the won ton to make a classic wonton soup or chili oil wonton. Additionally, you will learn to make our own Sichuan-style chili oil and learn about other common Chinese condiments used for dipping sauces. All ingredients, materials, equipment and recipes will be provided. Plant-based ground meat can be substituted for the pork upon request. The dumpling wrappers include gluten. Limit 12 students. Self Supporting Registration Fee: $65

Reiki is a Japanese method of energy work that reduces stress, increases relaxation, and promotes healing. It is believed that the free and balanced flow of Ki (energy) through our chakras and meridians is the cause of health. When these channels are blocked, disease and illness occurs. Reiki helps bring the flow of energy back into balance. In a Reiki I Attunement you will learn the history of Reiki, how to perform a service, and self-care. Course fee includes manual. Specify session when registering.

Watercolor Studio combines structured instruction with guided independent work. Each session features a specific theme, such as color or value, beginning with 45 minutes of instruction, exercises, and demonstrations. Students then work on individual projects with instructor guidance. If you don't have a current project, we'll help you develop one. The class concludes with a 10-minute supportive critique. This class is for those who have taken watercolor classes before—preferably a workshop with the instructor or the beginning watercolor class. *No Class: 5/26.

NACE is excited to welcome back instructor Maribel Despres and her zumba classes! 

Join Maribel at Noble High School in North Berwick, where you can take the “work” out of workout! She mixes low-intensity and high-intensity moves for a calorie-burning dance fitness party. Zumba is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility. There will be class sessions offered Monday evenings.

Bring a water bottle; wear comfortable clothes and shoes with little to no tread to reduce twisting knee joints. 

No class February 17, April 21, May 26

The nation's first refresher course specifically designed for drivers aged 50 and older. In this simple format, brush up on your driving abilities and knowledge of traffic regulations. Driver distractions, using safety features on cars properly, left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts are some of the topics covered. There are also state-specific rules and regulations in 19 important areas such as construction zones, child safety seats, school buses, cell phone use, and more. Help lower accidents and traffic penalties while learning something new since 97% of participants improve at least one driving behavior!

Note: Instructor will collect a fee for materials: $20 for AARP members, $25 for nonmembers.

Andrew Grant, certified Smart Driver instructor, also offers Smart Driver TEK and Car-Fit programs.

This 12 week course explores the Narrative Arts - The Art of Media. These are the drawing techniques used to create: Comic Books, Video Game Design, Single Panel Gag Cartoons, Comic Strips, Animation, Storyboards for Movies, Graphic Novels and Special Effects for film and television. Learn the illustration skills needed to build your own Characters to populate the Stories you would like to tell - in any Media. This Class is open to students who have already taken Narrative Art foundations with Vance. All you will need is a drawing pad, pencils and erasers - or a Tablet / iPad, if you prefer. Taught by Vance Bessey, a graduate of The Joe Kubert School of Comic Book Illustration and local Illustrator, Cartoonist, Novelist and Art Teacher.

In this class, we will explore how to turn our food waste, and organic waste matter into compost using the smallest little helpers around...worms! We will begin with a very brief overview of the whys and hows of composting, discuss worm bin options, what to compost in your bin, how many worms one might need, what kind of worms to use, what kind of bedding to use, troubleshooting your worm bin, and so much more! This will all be taught in two classes. In the second class, you will make your own bin to bring home so you can get started right away!

Despe has been in the business of creating healthier soils, and comunities for both and non-profit business for the last ten years. She began creating compost and experimenting with different techniques while working in the community gardens, as well as her own large production garden when she realized how expensivie the store bought could be! In 2023, she started Lebel's Lane Landscaping in hopes of pursing a more intentional way to help customers acheive beauty in their gardens, in a sustainable and eco -friendly way.