In the 1920s Maine saw a dramatic rise in Ku Klux Klan membership. At the height of this short-lived movement 23% of the population of Maine were members of the Klan. Bench will explore what prompted Klan activity, why Mainers were so susceptible to the Klan's messaging, and what brought about its abrupt end.  

Donations to the MDI Historical Society are encouraged on the night of class.

Raney Bench is Executive Director for the Mount Desert Island Historical Society, author, and historian. 

Do you have a Facebook account and wish to know more about how you can create a “Group” for acommunity, family, or business use? In this Webinar, learn about how to create a Facebook groupand adjust the settings so that it meets your needs.

Registration: A device connected to the internet and a Facebook account.

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Adventure Marketplace is excited to welcome you to join us next February 2-5, 2024 for Carnival de Québec, one of the world’s largest winter carnivals! We will travel from Portland on a deluxe Custom Coach and stay three nights at the iconic Chateau Frontenac! Wander through the winter wonderland of beautiful Québec City; North America’s oldest and most European city. Enjoy a host of outdoor activities for all ages, including snow slides dog sledding ice castle snow sculptures sleigh rides skating, and much more! Wander through quaint boutiques, enjoy live music, ice bars, and fine restaurants where Québec City chefs combine French-Canadian heritage with fine local products to create unforgettable meals.

Important information: A passport or Passport ID is required.

Please email nancy@adventure-marketplace.com for more details or visit adventure-marketplace.com for more information and to book

Two of the great benefits to your Google account are Google Drive and Google Docs. Google Drive is free cloud storage and Google Docs is Google’s free alternative to MS Word. In this class you will learn how to store and manage your files online as well as use the Google Docs platform where you can create stunning documents.

Requirements: A device connected to the internet and an active Gmail account.

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A comprehensive guide to female fitness.  Understand your uniqueness and use it to your advantage.

These classes are not offered separately as each one leads to the next and information and practice sessions in each class prepare the student for the following one.  I will record each class in case a conflicting schedule doesn't allow attendance, so the students can still keep up with the information.

Wednesday, February 7, 2023, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Why Fitness is Different for Women  Women are not just smaller, weaker versions of men.  We'll help you map your own fitness course that considers your anatomy, physiology, hormones, and unique strengths.

Wednesday, February 14, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Improve Breathing Capacity  Learn to adopt the habit of more functional breathing, reduce shortness of breath on exertion, and have more stamina.

Wednesday, February 21, 2023, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Increasing Respiratory Muscle Strength and Endurance  You will learn how to open those airways, take in more oxygen, strengthen your diaphragm, and have more energy and endurance to do those things you have to do while reducing shortness of breath.

Wednesday, February 28, 2023, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Women's Hormones and Cardio  Build endurance, and more fat reduces strain.  Learn new guidelines about when, and how, to train that consider your female body and brain.

Wednesday, March 6, 2023, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Core Strength Training and Spinal Stability  How to improve core strength, back and spinal stability.  Improve balance, coordination, and the importance of optimal breathing with pelvic floor function.

Maine is known for bad weather. Explore the impacts of some of our worst weather and learn more about how climate change is accelerating storm severity and sea level rise. Bring your curiousity!

Donations to the MDI Historical Society are encouraged on the night of class.

Raney Bench is Executive Director for the Mount Desert Island Historical Society, author, and historian.

Staying safe online is essential in today’s world. This class teaches you how to keep your information and your computer/devices safe.

No devices are required; just bring yourself!

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In this one-hour training, MSAD 61 staff will review the requirements for becoming a substitute teacher in MSAD 61 and how to get on the substitute list; professional expectations and best practices for substitute teachers; what to expect at the various schools in the district; and some district policy and legal information. Participants who complete this training are eligible to receive an additional $10 per day in substitute pay, and this includes current substitutes!

Free. Pre-registration required.

Instructors: Rhonda Springer and Mike Emery