*Note: This class will now take place on May 1st*

Where does it go? Take a virtual tour through ecomaine's Single Sort Recycling Facility to discover how we sort your soup cans and laundry bottles and why wish-cycling costs you money. Bring your questions and examples of any questionable recyclable items. Preregistration required, with registration closing at noon on 5/1.

Annie Hayes, BA in Environmental Planning & Policy with a minor in Ecology from USM, joined ecomaine in 2022 as an education and outreach intern, transitioning to the role of Environmental Educator following her graduation in 2024. Her commitment to education and advocacy drives her efforts to make a positive impact in the Maine community.

The nation's first refresher course specifically designed for drivers aged 50 and older. In this simple format, brush up on your driving abilities and knowledge of traffic regulations. Driver distractions, using safety features on cars properly, left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts are some of the topics covered. There are also state-specific rules and regulations in 19 important areas such as construction zones, child safety seats, school buses, cell phone use, and more. Help lower accidents and traffic penalties while learning something new since 97% of participants improve at least one driving behavior!

Note: Instructor will collect a fee for materials: $20 for AARP members, $25 for nonmembers.

Andrew Grant, certified Smart Driver instructor, also offers Smart Driver TEK and Car-Fit programs.

The Key to a Comfortable Retirement

How much will you need? Learn how to calculate the amount of money you need to retire comfortably, based on your unique lifestyle and financial situation. Get step-by-step guidance through the process of determining your retirement "number." Gain a clear understanding of your current financial position and what's required to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Through engaging exercises, take stock of your income, expenses, and savings, and develop a personalized plan for reaching your retirement goals. Leave feeling empowered and motivated to take actionable steps towards securing your financial future. Please bring a notebook/pen and a calculator.

Anthony Corsino, owner of Zen Financial Planning, LLC in Andover, MA, holds a BS from Bentley, a Certificate in Financial Planning from BU, and other designations and certificates from The American College of Financial Services, The College for Financial Planning, and Villanova. He teaches financial planners nationwide in multiple university programs and serves as a subject matter expert at BU, Regis College, and through Greene Consulting, which partners with several universities, including UNH and James Madison.

Let's mend together! With the instructor and fellow students, we'll share practice and take time out of our busy lives to repair worn clothing. Start off each class with a mini-lesson on a certain mending technique, then break into groups to work on mending projects. Bring an article of clothing (or two) each session that you would like to mend, and learn techniques to help fix them! Supplies will be provided, but please bring a pair of scissors and any specific tools that you would like to use. All levels are welcome, but a familiarity with hand stitching will be helpful.

Sara Ottomano has more than 10 years of experience teaching art classes. She enjoys encouraging others to play with materials, explore sustainable artmaking practices, and create stories together.

Wondering what it would be like to sell your home in today's market? We have you covered! Learn when the best time to sell is, what buyers are looking for, current market conditions, pricing strategies, staging, and how to sell your home for top dollar! Please bring a pen/notepad.

Scott & Denise Reiff are a successful local husband/wife realtor couple affiliated with Caldwell Banker Realty, specializing in helping homeowners navigate the home selling process with ease. Whether you are upgrading, downsizing, or relocating, Scott & Denise will make selling your home a stress-free and successful experience.

Sourdough isn't just for bread! Did you know you can add it to cakes, cookies, pastries, and other baked goods? Discover how to properly incorporate sourdough into some favorite recipes while keeping the balance and integrity of the other ingredients and giving them flavor complexity that you will love! This is a demonstration class, however, students are welcome to either watch or join us in the kitchen. Bring an apron and baggies for leftovers. Recipes provided.

Mary Bailey, pastry chef and past owner/chef of Thyme and Honey Bakery in Biddeford, is passionate about baking bread and teaching people how to incorporate homemade bread into their daily lives.

Pickling Spring Vegetables

Maine spring vegetables have a short season, join us to learn how to preserve these tender green vegetables to enjoy year-round. Discover how to safely preserve pickled fiddleheads or asparagus using the boiling water bath method and leave with recipes and a jar of pickles. Bring a potholder with you to class.

Kate McCarty, Food Preservation Community Educator at UME Cooperative Extension, served with the AmeriCorps VISTA program and has completed the Master Food Preserver Program.

Incorporate Indian food into your cooking! Masoor daal is a lentil curry that can be made to accommodate a variety of dietary needs and preferences, such as vegetarianism and gluten intolerance. Naan, a traditional flatbread, is simple to make, and you likely have all the ingredients in your home, and the best part is you don't have to turn your oven on to make it! This is a demonstration class, however, students are welcome to either watch or join us in the kitchen. Bring an apron, a couple of small containers/baggies for leftovers, and your appetite! Recipes provided.

Mary Bailey, pastry chef and past owner/chef of Thyme and Honey Bakery in Biddeford, is passionate about baking bread and teaching people how to incorporate homemade bread into their daily lives.