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Hand Embroidery for Beginners

$25

with Heather Coombs, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 1, 2026 at 6 pm

Have you ever wanted to learn how to hand embroider? Look no further! In this two-night class, Heather will teach you the ins and outs to get you started on your hand embroidery journey. You will learn basic stitches, learn about materials you can embroider, and understand how the right needle and thread can make all the difference. This is a great class for all skill levels. By the end of the class, you will have completed an embroidery piece that you can display proudly in your home.

Don't forget to bring your imagination!

A kit fee of $25 is due at the start of class to the instructor.

Learn to Play the Ukulele!

$79

with Duncan Perry, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 1, 2026 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through Apr 28, 2026

Your Journey Begins Here! 
The ukulele has never been more popular, and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, and country tunes old and new -- even classical music.

Join instructor Duncan Perry on ZOOM, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, and who will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy! 

If you don’t own a ukulele, download the buying and care guide provided by the instructor below;

A Ukulele Buying and Care Guide

Sewing & Quilt Weekends

$18

with NACE Staff, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Mar 6, 2026
3 additional sessions through Jun 12, 2026

Finish those UFOs (aka unfinished objects) or start a new one. Pick up helpful tips from fellow stitchers and make new friends! Escape those constant interruptions at home with over five hours of sewing and camaraderie. Show and tell is encouraged, and no one is too new to join in the fun! Bring handwork or your sewing machine and supplies. Iron, ironing board, cutting mats and rulers supplied.

Space is limited to 16 people so be sure to register early! 


Class times are as follows: 
Friday: 5pm-8:30pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm


* Senior Rate (65+ is $10) to register for senior rate, please call 207-676-3223

Certificate in Basic Game Design

$395

with UGotClass LERN, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 6, 2026
1 additional session

Games are increasingly recognized as a tool that can serve many business purposes beyond entertainment. This Certificate provides you with a general introduction to what goes into the design and development of both video and analog games, with a particular focus on the use of games outside of consumer entertainment.  

In the first course, you will discover resources for developing game design, identify the mechanics and verbs used in different games. You will come away with knowing the different activities that are part of game design, being able to flesh out a game idea in order to increase the chances to having a successful game design experience, and have a basic understanding of how to work with game developers. 

In the second course, you will you will learn the basics of video game design process, learn about the main video game genres, and use a game development application to begin your journey of making games.    

By successfully completing this Certificate in Basic Game Design, you will have taken the first steps into understanding game design, and being able to create your own games.

*Introduction must be taken before Intermediate

• Introduction to Game Design

• Intermediate Video Game Design

Graphic Design Foundations Certificate

$545

with UGotClass LERN, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 6, 2026
1 additional session

Throughout history, from the earliest carvings in stone to today’s digital designs, graphic design has been the foundation of effective visual communication. Whether you're designing a logo, building a website, or crafting a magazine layout, the right graphic design can transform your work from ordinary to exceptional.

Build the skills to confidently choose the perfect graphic design for any project, creating work that is not only visually stunning but also functionally effective.

 

Graphic Design Foundations Certificate classes include:

• Typography Essentials 

• Mastering Layout and Grids

• Mastering Color: Theory, Harmony, and Practical Application

Digital Photography: Level II
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Digital Photography: Level II

$85

with Don Chick, Noble Adult & Community Education

Build on the skills learned in our "Introduction to Digital Photography" class with this deeper dive into creative camera techniques. Students will expand their understanding of key concepts while exploring contrast, the rule of thirds, composition strategies, and more. This class focuses on helping you develop your artistic eye and learn how to tell a story through your images. Perfect for those who understand the basics and are ready to take their photography to the next level.

IMPORTANT
* Introduction to Digital Photography is a prerequisite to take Digital Photography: Level 2

No class: 4/20

Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 12 

Coffee Filter Quilt

$56

with Dale McKibben, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 8, 2026 at 6 pm

This beginner friendly, fun quilt uses coffee filters as your pattern. The background squares can be the same color or scrappy. There are lots of possibilities to put it together. Decorative stitches on your machine are a plus. We'll be making a queen size quilt which requires 3 yards of the background fabric and 3 yards of fabric for the circles.

No class: 4/22, 5/13

Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 8 

SENSATIONAL STENCILS

$25

with Faith Garnett, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Calendar Apr 9, 2026 at 10 am

If you are a card maker, you may have stencils. But are you using them? Join us to make three stenciled cards: one with distress inks, one with paste, and one with embossing powder. Several different sentiments will be available to customize your cards. INSTRUCTOR: Faith Garnett





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