Some like it spicy, some not so much. Some are vegetarians, some eat fish, some eat everything. Then there's gluten free. What's a party host to do? The best solution for a social gathering…Asian Hotpot where everyone eats what they want, and more if they dare! Join Chris to learn how to make, and eat, this amazing soup-based dinner. Chris Toy has over 30 years as a Maine public school teacher, principal and as a private cooking instructor for area kitchen stores and several Maine adult education programs. Tuesday, 4/30, 5:30pm-7:30pm, GMS, $34, includes food fee. Please note our policy: Cooking classes require a 5-day cancellation notice as they require the advance purchase of perishable products. No shows and late cancellations will not be refunded.

Participants will learn about guitar mechanics and maintenance, chord strumming, scales, music theory and basic music reading that will help you play your favorite popular songs. This class will be set at a gradual pace, with individualized attention and emphasis on understanding and enjoyment. Students are asked to bring a guitar to class (instructor will have 1-2 on hand). Register early; this class will take only 10 students. Instructor: Bernie Tajonera 5 classes – Tuesdays, 4/2 - 5/7 (no class 4/16), 6:00pm-7:00pm, Community Arts Center (34 School St., Gorham). $55 

Would you like to train your brain to function at a higher level? Do you exercise to improve your physical fitness? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then read on…this class is for you. You may realize the importance of physical exercise, yet rarely do we think of the need to perform fitness training for our brain. Brain fitness is now recognized as a key ingredient in our overall well-being and quality of life. Scientists now believe that the brain is able to grow new dendrites and neurons. These exercises can benefit anyone, regardless of age or cognitive ability. This is achieved by stimulating the brain with challenging, novel-enriched activities. Donna Davis has been the Activity Director at the Gorham House for over twenty years delivering quality programming to the Residents who live there. 8 classes – Wednesdays, 4/3-5/22, 10:30am-11:30am, Gorham House, $25

FREE Information Night will be held on Wednesday, February 6th at 6pm FMI: Please contact Academy of Medical Professions at 1-866-516-8274. Payment plans are available.

Looking for a new career?  Interested in changing lives of those around you?  How about a part-time career or to get paid to work out?  This program is designed to teach you everything you need to know to enter the health and fitness field as a group fitness instructor and/or personal trainer.  Our trainers are highly recognized in this field, with more than 20 years experience, and will provide you hands-on training to pass the national tests through AFAA.  The program is all-inclusive.  You may choose to complete both group fitness and personal training, or take one or the other.  Lectures are once a week for 10 or 20 weeks.  $1,500 or $3,000 for both.  All materials included in fee including National Certification Exams.  TO REGISTER OR PAYMENT PLANS CALL The Academy of Medical Professions. 866-516-8274 or  207-721-0714 or www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com 

This 180 hour, state approved course prepares you to become a CNA. All lectures, labs and clinicals are held at Gorham House in Gorham. All students must demonstrate an eleventh grade reading level.

Class dates: March 25 - May 21, 2019

Classes will be held Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00am-3:00pm

Clinicals will be held from 7:00am-3:00pm and will begin mid-way through the class

State Exam: May 23, 2019

FMI contact Deanna Bragan from Gorham House at 207.222.8972 or Gorham Adult Education at 207.222.1095

Geocaching is a fun, easy way to get exercise for your body and your mind! If you have a smartphone, you can geocache. In the 1st class, we will go over all the symbols, acronyms, types of geocaches and how to log them. There’s a whole world of geocaching information waiting to be discovered but we’ll make it easy for you. For the 2nd class, students will meet in the parking lot outside of the Gorham Adult Education office and from there head out and discover a local cache. Amy Farwell has 10 years of geocaching experience; she has placed and maintained over 25 geocaches in Southern Maine. 2 classes – Wednesday, 5/1, 6:00pm-7:00pm, and Saturday 5/4, 10:00am-12:00pm. The Wedneday class will meet in a classroom at GMS. The Saturday class will meet in the parking lot outside of the Gorham Adult Education Office. Course Fee: $10

Students will learn how to clean, grind and process meat to form three different gourmet burgers. The students will start off with a stuffed burger made of three different meats and creamy gorgonzola cheese followed by a 50/50 burger with bacon and beef. Lastly, students will make a succulent burger out of short ribs and beer braised onions. This class will leave students yearning for grilling season. Nicholas Orgo is the chef and owner of M.A.N.E. Catering and Event Services and has over 20 years of experience in restaurants and catering. Wednesday, 5/22, 6:00pm-8:30pm, GMS, $34, includes food fee. Please note our policy: Cooking classes require a 5-day cancellation notice as they require the advance purchase of perishable products. No shows and late cancellations will not be refunded.

Interested in learning how to grow your own vegetables in a sustainable manner? Join us for an evening-long workshop on how to grow your own garden organically. We’ll talk about the basics of soil science and how to enrich your soil to produce healthy, high-yielding plants. The course will also cover the fundamentals of making and using compost, the principles of crop rotation and how to incorporate green manures to manage nutrients in the garden. Other topics will include how to tell the difference between cultivated plants and weeds, basic weed control strategies and cultural methods for dealing with pests. We will even send you home with free seeds! All are welcome, from first-timers to experienced gardeners who want to experiment with new techniques. Instructor, Stowell Watters, is an experienced farmer/gardener with Old Wells Farm. Wednesday, 4/3, 6:00-9:00pm, GMS, $10