Do you wish you had a better understanding regarding your social security benefits? Do you want to make sure you're getting the most out of your benefits? Join us to learn how!

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Twist, wrap, and loop your way to a necklace or set of earrings using design elements drawn from the sea. Combine found materials with metal and learn easy wire-wrapped loop techniques to create your own unique jewelry. Bring your own sea glass or choose from instructor's collection. Leave with a completed piece reflecting your creative design and resources to continue making similar jewelry at home. Registration closes at noon on 2/24.

Jessica Muise, a multidisciplinary artist and educator has been teaching and making art throughout New England for the last 15 years. She is passionate about using the arts as tools for social change and serves as a consultant to artists, nonprofit organizations, and coalitions for social change.

What is vermiculture and worm composting and how is it different from regular composting? Come and find out! You will have help setting up your own worm bins and learn how to take care of them. Class size is limited to 5 households so don't delay!

Craft a beautiful centerpiece for your home or cottage! We'll be making decorative trees crafted from Maine driftwood! Your tree will stand roughly 12" tall. Tammy will have shells, sea glass and beach stone for decorating your tree. If you have some special pieces you'd like to use, bring them along! Materials fee of $15 payable to the instructor at class!

This is an online course.

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time?  

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won't have to take private lessons to do it.  This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. 

Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic questions and answer session.  Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands-on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration.  For ages 13+

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time?  In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it.  This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away.  Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all.   And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own.  An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included.   A recording of the class is included as well.  Class limited to 15 students.  For ages 13+. 

Topics include:

•       How chords work in a song
•       How to form the three main types of chords
•       How to tune your guitar
•       Basic strumming patterns
•       How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid)
•       How to play along with simple tunes

Setting money aside helps you plan for the future and reach your goals. While saving can be challenging, taking small steps can make a difference.

Navigate the digital world with confidence. We’ll start with the basics of using cellphones, laptops, and tablets, then move on to managing email, engaging in chat applications, and using Zoom for video calls. In subsequent weeks, we’ll dive into online banking, shopping on Amazon, and the importance of creating strong passwords and managing logins. We’ll also focus on safe browsing practices and recognizing online threats, ensuring you have the skills to protect your personal information.