The Cornish Historical Society invites you to join us at Riverside Cemetery in Cornish to learn more about the mystique of gravestones, how to add to their care, and maybe some exciting history,too. Gary Mason, who has been trained by the MOCA (Maine Old Cemetery Assoc.) instructors, will demonstrate the proper cleaning techniques, the appropriate products to use, and the history of the stone itself.The class will begin at “The Town Lot” (called the Paupers’ Lot in the ol’ days) where the “Baby Indian” is buried. After that, the mystique will begin. Please pre-register for planning purposes.

     Sat., May 31 (Rain date Sat., June 7) 10-11:30 a.m.

     Riverside Cemetery (Across from Call’s Shop N’ Save)

     Route 25

Join Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA) representatives and find out what this free financial literacy program is all about and the various programs and services that are available in helping seniors deal with financial issues in today’s fast-paced economy. Volunteers make an incredible difference in helping people continue to live independently, without the fear of losing control of their finances. Money Minders might be just what you need! Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

Make a beautiful butterfly to hang on your wall! This wooden butterfly is decorated with colorful cut-out mosaic stones. You choose the design and color to celebrate the beauty of these glorious creatures. Materials fee of $2 is payable to the instructor at time of class. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

Bring your favorite quick and easy summer recipes for desserts, main dishes, appetizers, finger foods, candy, dog treats, or anything else you like to make that makes summer easier. We will photocopy all of the recipes so everyone will bring copies home to try out for themselves. You may bring pictures of them or even samples of some, too, if you wish for us to give them a try. This will be a fun way to get a new mix of recipes to try out on our families. Be bold! Let’s get together and swap ideas to make summer easier for all of us. Please pre-register as space is limited.

Yes, you can design your own post-it notes! Who knew? Join Ann who will guide you through the process of creating your own drawings, colors, and designs for sticky notes to make something creative, unique, and functional! Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

It’s been a long week, and time to relax! Join local artist Sue Cannafarina for this two-hour class of monthly Friday evening painting fun while learning techniques used by the impressionists and Bob Ross (Lol). Bring a beautiful image to life ranging from still lifes, landscapes, and object studies. No experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. These are great opportunities to spend time with friends or make new ones. Bring home a work of art each meeting! Classes run once a month through June. Please Note: Each month is a separate session. Each session is $30/pp/per class. Pre-registration for each class is required as class size is limited.

Do you struggle with food obsession, overeating, undereating, or bulimia? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers a solution for all forms of food addiction. There are no dues or fees. To preserve confidentiality and to access the zoom link, email fa.newcastle.maine@gmail.com.

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply found it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours, from the comfort of your home, learn enough to give you years of musical enjoyment! This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Course includes an online book and follow-up video lessons, an optional periodic Q&A session, and a recording of the class–enough material to continue your practice and study on your own. Required: a stable internet connection; a computer, tablet or cell phone; and a guitar available during class. Registration closes June 8. Pre-registration is required to receive online materials and link.

Craig Coffman, an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist, and music director, has more than 30 years of experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars have been attended by over 30,000 students throughout the US over the last 27 years.