Introduction to Fly Fishing

This course is designed to get you solidly grounded in the fundamentals needed to enjoy fly fishing. Topics covered include tackle selection and assembly, knots, fly casting, fish foods, artificial flies, fly fishing strategies, entomology, and wading safety.  After completing this course, you should have all the understanding and skills necessary to catch fish with a fly rod on your own.  This course will be taught in Orono by Kevin Tracewski, a registered Maine guide and author of the best selling book, A Fisherman’s Guide to Maine.

Instructor: Kevin Tracewski

Date: Saturday,  April 5 (9AM – 4PM)

Cost: $85 for 7 hour session  

Chords Are Key - Using the Chord Method  By Craig Coffman

Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout The United States, Kenya, South Africa Arizona and the Philippines. He has a degree in Sociology from Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.  

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People -  Zoom- 3 Hour Class 

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords.  Since this class is being held online with ZOOM you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure at all. And since this course includes an online book and online follow up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included as well.   The course is partly lecture/demonstration and partly hands-on instruction. 

           Topics include:

How chords work in a song

How to get more out of sheet music by reading less of it

How to form the three main types of chords

How to handle different keys and time signatures

How to avoid “counting”

How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords

How to simplify over 12,000 complex chords

Instructor: Craig Coffman

Date:  Monday, April 7 – 6:30pm-9:30pm

Cost: $69 (includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons)

Candle Magic and Manifestation

It’s not just a cliche - what you think about, you really do bring about. In this interactive class we will discuss how to clearly direct your energetic thoughts AND how adding in the element of fire is an effective way to manifest things in your life. Participants will learn: various candle colors and what to use them for; how to prepare your candle for manifesting and when the best times are to burn them. You’ll create 2 different manifestation candles depending on the kind of change you want to create.  Abundance, attracting love into your life, overcoming obstacles, and conquering fear are just just a few desires you can manifest.   2 hour class.  All supplies are included.  Limit 20 students (Minimum 6 to hold the class)

Instructor: Angie Welch  Date:

Tuesday, April 8    

Time: 6:00-8:00pm 

Cost: $30

Location: Keith Anderson Community House

How to Raise Laying Chickens  2 Weeks  In Person

Do you want to learn how to raise laying chickens from egg to adult? This class will guide you, on the stages of development and what is required to have a successful flock. We will cover nutritional health, animal welfare, and other health components of the chickens.

Instructor: Kevin Arkin

Date: Tuesdays, April 8 & 15  

Time: 6-8pm  Cost: $25

Location: Keith Anderson Community House

Cost: $25

Chords Are Key - Using the Chord Method  By Craig Coffman

Craig Coffman is an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist and music director.  He has over 30 years experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars, offered through Community Colleges and Community Education Programs, have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout The United States, Kenya, South Africa Arizona and the Philippines. He has a degree in Sociology from Wesleyan University in Illinois (where he also studied piano) and a Master of Divinity degree from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.  

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People - ZOOM - 2 1/2 hour class 

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time?  In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it.  This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away.  Since this class is being held online with ZOOM, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure at all.   And since the class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own.  An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included.   A recording of the class is included as well.  Class limited to 15 students.   

Topics include:

How chords work in a song

How to form the three main types of chords

How to tune your guitar

Basic strumming patterns

How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid)

How to play along with simple tunes

Instructor: Craig Coffman Date: Tuesday, April 8 – 6:30pm-9:30pm

Cost: $69 (includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons)

Genealogy Workshop At the Old Town Museum - In Person

Designed for beginners, but helpful for those who have some experience, it is a two part Genealogy Workshop. Part 1 will introduce you to genealogy and assist you in building your family tree.  Part 2 will address sources, storage and publication of your research. Sample worksheets to begin recording your data will be provided along with discussion of ways to make your research fun and successful.  A computer is not necessary, but may be helpful. Attendance will be limited to 20.

Instructors: Mary Gibouleau & Museum Staff 

Date:  Part 1 Tuesday, April 15, Time: 6:00-7:30 pm

Date: Part 2 Thursday, April 17,  Time: 6:00-7:30pm

Cost: $5

Location: The Barbara Csavinszky Genealogy Center, The Old Town Museum, 353 Main Street, Old Town, ME.

Cost: $5

Location: The Barbara Csavinszky Genealogy Center 

                 The Old Town Museum    

                 353 Main Street, Old Town, ME.

Messages and Masterpieces - Paint with a Twist!  

No experience needed for this fun step by step painting class.  But there IS a twist!  I'm a psychic medium, so I also offer a brief intuitive message to each person based on their painting! I'm always amazed at the messages that come through just from the paintings!  All supplies are included, plus a brief message from the painting.  2 hour class

Instructor: Angie Welch

Date: Tuesday, April 22    6-8pm

Cost: $30 per student.  Limit 15 students due to the room size (Minimum 6 to hold the class) 

Strength and Balanced for Senior Fitness: Virtual - 6 weeks 

Reaching balanced wellness by working on strengthening and stretching the muscles, preventing falls, improving cardiovascular and bone density health. This class is progressive and increases your overall well-being throughout the 6 week session."Standing and Floor Work! This dynamic, full-bodied exercise program supports  muscle growth and increases stamina! Prepare to be getting on and off the floor during the mat portion.  If you have been working on your fitness and want to challenge yourself, "Senior Fitness" will guide you  safely and effectively.

Instructor: Michelle Spencer

Mondays: 8:30-9:30 am

Starts: Session 3  April 28 - June 9 (No class April 21)

 Cost $35