Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
Cornish, ME
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Personal Enrichment
at Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
COMPUTER LITERACY FOR ADULTS & SENIORS, Session 2
with Renee Payeur, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
It’s not just a matter of teaching old, young, or other “dogs” new tricks. You can do it! Technology is more user-friendly than you may realize. Learn the basics of informational and transferable skills focusing on what you want to do and how to simplify life using your computer, laptop, or tablet as well as the Internet and Gmail. Bring your laptop or tablet. If you need one to use, just let us know. Please pre-register as space is limited.
UNDERSTANDING MEDICARE
with Aaron Manning, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
We know this is no easy task! Join Aaron Manning of HealthMarkets Insurance Agency as he explains some of the ”ins'' and “outs'' to include when an individual is eligible for Medicare benefits, the timeline to enroll for benefits without penalties, what original Medicare does and doesn’t cover, what additional plans are available that work in conjunction with Original Medicare, and even possible financial assistance options. Come with your questions and concerns! Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.
RISE & SHINE GREENHOUSES & NURSERY AND LEARN ABOUT THE ENTIRE AMISH COMMUNITY AT PORTER PLAINS
with TBA ..., Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
History says that the Amish began arriving in Maine in the mid-1990s, buying reasonably-priced farmlands to practice their faith and raise their families. In the Sacopee area, there is a growing Amish Community on the Porter Plain off of South Hiram Road. You have most likely noticed the bicycles and horse-drawn wagons in our area and enjoyed fresh, delicious products from the First Fruits Produce Market on South Hiram Road. One of their newest community-friendly businesses is the Rise and Shine Greenhouses and Nursery with beautiful hanging baskets, ready to plant flowers, both annuals and perennials, vegetable and herb starts, and a full line of nursery products. Other ventures in the community include multiple sawmills providing rough-cut lumber, a furniture shop, an insulation business, a harness shop, and an egg farm. Join us and learn more about this unique and peaceful community. No fees or donations are expected. You are welcome to make purchases from the Greenhouse; cash or check only. The Meeting place is located inside the Amish Community of Porter Plains at the Rise and Shine Greenhouses. Please note: This tour is to discuss our overall community. We will not be going to each property. Please pre-register as space is limited.
Located at North Wind Road off of South Hiram Road.
PLANNING FOR END-OF-LIFE ISSUES
with Chad Poitras, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
If it weren’t stressful enough to lose a loved one, the paperwork and details that need attention after a funeral can be overwhelming. Knowing what to expect helps you plan ahead. This course is designed to inform you of the steps you need to take to ensure that this process goes smoothly. Please pre-register as a minimum of 3 people is required to run the course.
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BIKING: GETTING HOME SAFELY
with Local Gear Staff, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
What happens if you get a flat? How do you take off your wheel? What if your chain falls off when you’re out on a ride? What should you do if your brakes are rubbing? Don’t be caught walking your bike home! The Local Gear is offering a class to teach you the skills needed to get home safe from common mishaps on a ride and how to address problems with your bike before they happen. Limit 10 people. Register by emailing Dave at dave@thelocalgear.com or calling (207) 625-9400.
FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER, SESSION 2
with Megan and Erl Brown, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
Tired of paying rent? Wondering how you can buy a home and start building equity instead of paying someone else's mortgage? Come learn all about the home buying process from industry experts! This is a chance to have all your questions answered. Best of all, participants can earn a closing cost credit by attending this class! Join us and learn how you can take the next step towards home ownership! Pre-registration is not required but is very helpful due to available space.
Megan and Erl Brown, Realtor Team
Maine Real Estate Experts
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COLLAGE ART
with Ann John, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
Collages can be used to express ideas, create works of art, or both! This versatile art form originated in the 1900s and was used by Picasso, Braque, and others as they experimented with different styles. Join Ann in exploring different colors, textures, and ideas to create a unique work of art. Variety is, after all, the spice of life. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.
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BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME
with Lee Sullivan, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education
All parts of purchasing a home are covered in this ME hoMEworks course, including making decisions, setting a budget for homeownership, improving credit, getting a mortgage approval, selecting a realtor, inspections, insurance, the closing process, energy efficiency and avoiding predatory lenders. Learn more about the closing cost and down payment assistance programs offered to veterans, first-time homebuyers and other groups. Learn about obtaining the Certificate of Completion needed by the USDA, the ME State Housing Authority and other lenders for their mortgage programs.Register the person you are buying your home with at the time of your registration and get a $10 rebate. Free individualized counseling is available following the class. Please have a pen and notepad available. Registration closes on May 15. Required: You must respond to the email from YCCAC to finalize registration and receive Zoom link.