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.

Get started with the foundations of speaking Spanish in this engaging online course. Build your listening skills and practice essential phrases through dialogues and a variety of exercises. This class, conducted via Google, offers a comprehensive introduction to Spanish, making it perfect for beginners looking to develop their language skills in a flexible and interactive environment. Join us and start your journey to fluency today!

Instructor: Isreal Robles

Maine's compassionate end-of-life care option is the subject of a great deal of confusion and false information. Although Maine's Death with Dignity Act has been in place since September 2019, most patients and medical personnel are still unaware of it. Learn how to talk about it with your doctor, how to comply with the law or how to help a family member who might qualify. Registration closes at noon on 1/15.

Val Lovelace founded the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization Maine Death with Dignity and also serves as its executive director. She spearheaded a grassroots campaign from 2014 to 2019 to pass Maine's aid-in-dying statute, the Maine Death with Dignity Act. She is committed to providing factual information regarding medical aid in dying in the United States to politicians, healthcare professionals, patients and their families.

Kids ages 6-9 are invited to join Gail Bussiere after school @ TPS to learn and practice a variety of yoga poses. Yoga helps to improve flexibility, balance, strength & coordination while having fun. Wear comfortable clothing that allows for stretching and movement. Please bring the following: yoga mat, water bottle, light snack. 

CLass located @ TURNER PRIMARY SCHOOL/Yoga is offered in 2 sessions: Winter & Spring!

WINTER: Thurs JAN 16 - FEB 6

SPRING: Thurs FEB 27 - MAR 27 (no class on MAR 13th)

3:05-4:30pm/FEE: $60 per session

 

This class is geared toward those who have had a bit of drawing experience, and would like to hone skills but aren’t starting from square one. If you have taken a beginning drawing class before with me, and want to further expand your skill set this class is for you! We’ll re- visit measuring and value, then dive into more complex drawing concepts. Gesture, narrative, and interior are among topics we’ll explore. We will, at times, abstract from nature and broaden ideas about what a drawing can be. Class work will be a combination of working from observation and springboarding into abstraction. *No Classes: 2/20.

Understanding value, aka light to dark, will catapult your artwork to the next level. In this class we will make a value scale, consider value range, and fine tune our ability to see light to dark relationships. In class studio time will focus on strengthening this aspect of your work through exercises and still life set-up’s. We will first look at value as light to dark with graphite and charcoal. Then we will explore value, as it applies to color, by using colored pencil. Ways to layer and get the most from your colored pencils will be addressed. *No Classes: 2/20.

This beginner-friendly class explores nature through a series of art exercises designed to spark creativity and mindfulness. We’ll use techniques for observing the outdoors with all our senses, and drawing landscapes using watercolor, ink, and watercolor pencils. Students will gain a variety of techniques for working quickly, accurately, and creatively, all while connecting to nature. Students can either buy themselves the required materials - the materials list is linked here - or they can buy material kits from the Mix, an art store in Brunswick (here is a link to a student-grade kit, and here is a link to an artist-grade kit).

Enjoy a fun evening creating 2 wire-wrapped rings with Elise Marie DeSigns! Learn how to use bead wrap wire and select beads, how to find your ring size, and use a ring mandrel!

You don't need to bring anything as Elise will bring the materials and guide you through the process step-by-step. We hope to see you there! Elise has a degree in Textiles, Merchandise & Design from the University of Rhode Island. She has always loved the "design your own jewelry" approach and tries to preserve that experience. Elise has a custom-built studio space that allows her to have a workshop set up where she can fulfill wholesale orders while also creating a beautiful environment for shopping experiences.

Check out her website at https://elisemariedesigns.com/ to see Elise's designs or custom build the perfect piece for you or your lucky gift recipient!

JANUARY 16 5-6:30pm