Learn about various investing terms such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds and how they work as investment options. Understand the basics of risk and return, portfolio diversification, and retirement plans. This will be presented via Zoom.

Determining which Medicare plan you need can feel like a maze of uncertainty. In this Zoomed presentation by Catherine Slye you will be provided information regarding Medicare, Medicare prescription drug coverage, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplemental plans, and tips on how to save money, avoid paying penalties and how to navigate through the process with more confidence. Before the class you'll receive the supporting information to follow along (and for your future reference). Tune into the presentation from the comfort of your home, while still seeing and interacting with the instructor. Be sure to call MCST (596-7752 ext3) to enroll. Spectrum Generations is a non-profit organization; donations are always appreciated.

This two-night class will be an exploration of how to utilize eBay, the on-line auction, as a buyer or seller. We will walk you through how to create an account, the eBay fee structure, and the anatomy of a sale. Describing and photographing items, tips, tricks, and pitfalls will be discussed. A short discussion about tax liability and eBay No-No’s will be included. Laptop computers will be available for your use. This course is for the eBay novice or dabbler, so bring your questions to class for discussion.

This Intuit-approved course is a live, instructor-led advanced course using Windows 10 Desktop and is suitable for experienced QuickBooks users. It is a Microsoft Office Suite course using official course material and will cover advanced features in QuickBooks. Prerequisite: QuickBooks Basics/Intermediate course or instructor's permission. This course provides the MOS certification pathway (no expiration) for interested students, and students may elect to take the official exam here at our Certiport testing facility, when ready. Loaner laptops are provided for the duration of the class so that all students may have access to a Windows 10 device at home. Call the Adult Ed office for separate purchase details of the required eBook/eLab which accompanies this course (same materials from QuickBooks Basics & Intermediate course.) Zoomed class sessions are available.  Please, also, complete these forms:  QBooks Excel 3part Reg form

This course is designed for those who have decided to take the plunge and try their hand at short-term rentals. Let's get you up and running. Practical 'how to' information, along with individual student's needs, will steer this course. We'll go through the process of setting up everyone's profile and account, as well as talk about the best way to take photos, get those uploaded and placed in the profile. We'll take a close look at nightly rates based on each facility, amenities, location, and time of year. We'll discuss insurance options and any other factors that should be considered.

Thinking about starting your own business?  We’ll explore these foundational topics: Who are you? What are you offering? Who are your customers… and competition? What are the cost estimates? How will you promote? Leave with resources and an action plan to get started!

Determining which Medicare plan you need can feel like a maze of uncertainty. In this Zoomed presentation by Catherine Slye you will be provided information regarding Medicare, Medicare prescription drug coverage, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplemental plans, and tips on how to save money, avoid paying penalties and how to navigate through the process with more confidence. Before the class you'll receive the supporting information to follow along (and for your future reference). Tune into the presentation from the comfort of your home, while still seeing and interacting with the instructor. Be sure to call MCST (596-7752 ext3) to enroll. Spectrum Generations is a non-profit organization; donations are always appreciated.

We sincerely appreciate your interest in supporting MSAD #11 (Gardiner Area) Adult & Community Education's literacy programs through your generous donation. Please click on the register button, which will then bring you to a page where you choose the amount to donate from $5 to $500.  (For any donation above $500, please call our office at 207-582-3774.)  Thank you!