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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.

Mystery Granny Squares

$34

with Sheila Nelson, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 2, 2026 at 5:30 pm
1 additional session

Get hooked on the fun of surprise stitches! In this 4-night class, a pattern will be randomly selected with a different granny square pattern each week. We will crochet two of that week’s design. From classic to quirky, no two weeks are the same! By the end of the session, you’ll have a colorful collection of squares ready to be stitched into a one-of-a-kind pillow sham. Students should have a basic knowledge of crocheting.

Download the class materials list here!

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 8

** CLASS UPDATE **

Due to a scheduling conflict the dates of this class have changed. The new dates for this class are April 2 - April 30 (no class on April 23)

Plan Like a Pro: Visiting Portugal's Azores Islands

Free

with Leslie Slater, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 8, 2026 at 6 pm

Get ready to plan the trip of a lifetime! In this workshop, you’ll learn the essentials of visiting the Azores Islands of Portugal, including how to choose which islands to explore, the best times to travel, flight and lodging tips, transportation options, and must-see sights. Perfect for first-time travelers or anyone curious about this stunning European destination.

Minimum: 5 | Maximum: 10+ 

Will run

Windowsill Herb Garden

$20

with Beth Goody, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 8, 2026 at 6 pm

Let's grow fresh herbs for cooking!  Beth will bring a variety of herb plants to class.  Learn how to grow, harvest and cook with them.  You will plant your own herb seeds to start your garden!  Herb plants will be available for purchase!

A materials fee of $5 is payable to the instructor at the start of class.

Myths of Medicare

Free

with Tyler Kretschmar, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 13, 2026 at 5 pm
1 additional session on Jun 15, 2026

Reviews the basics and coverage levels of Medicare

• Coverage of Part A, B, C and D
• When to sign up
• How to sign up
• The differences between Medicare advantage and Medicare supplement

Will run

Learn How to Find Signs from Departed Loved Ones

$15

with Rob Gutro, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 14, 2026 at 6 pm

Holidays are times when spirits of loved ones give us messages. In this class you'll learn some signs to look for from your loved ones. To understand what happens after death and how to recognize communications from spirits of loved ones, this is a class for you. Learn what blocks messages and hear true encounters from others. By the end of the talk, you'll know what to look for. 

Will run

House Plant Care

$20

with Beth Goody, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 15, 2026 at 6 pm

Have you always wanted to have beautiful plants in your home but don’t have a green thumb?  Come and learn about the perfect plants that will thrive in your home.  We will also discuss any problems you may have with existing plants. Beth is a very knowledgeable horticulturist and will answer all of your questions.

*Materials fee of $5.00 payable to the instructor at the start of class.

Estate Planning and Revocable Trusts & Irrevocable Trusts

$12

with Kathryn Bedell, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 15, 2026 at 6:30 pm
1 additional session on May 6, 2026

This class will begin with an overview of basic estate planning, including Wills,Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives, etc. The class will then delve into,learning how revocable trusts can help avoid probate and protect your privacy, andhow irrevocable trusts can protect your assets from nursing home or Maine Care(Medicaid) liens. Discussion will include other strategies to safeguard assets from life events such as business failure or divorce of adult children.

Kathryn Bedell is a lawyer in York, Maine and has been practicing for 31 years. Her practice focuses on estate planning, asset preservation, and probate matters.





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