Maine Adult Education Program
with Laurie Notch
Next session: September 23rd to December 16th, 2026
This course will offer lessons in structure and grammar, reading comprehension, listening comprehension, and conversation using variety of materials. Continuons à apprendre la langue français! *No Class: 11/25.
with Shirley Anderson
Next session: September 23rd, 2026
Unlock your creative potential and discover the joy of paint nights with Shirley Anderson! Shirley's step-by-step guidance will empower you to create your own masterpiece. No experience necessary! All skill levels welcome. Camvas and paints are supplied. Each session is one night.
with Irene Burgess
Next session: September 23rd, 2026
Learn the Zentangle method for mindful drawing and create your own art even if you don’t think you are an artist. Using the Zentangle motto of “anything is possible one stroke at a time,” you’ll learn simple pen strokes that will open up doors to creative pattern-making for relaxation, creativity, and focus. In this introduction, Irene Burgess, certified Zentangle teacher, will provide you the basics of the method in a stress-reducing atmosphere designed to make you appreciate your own creativity. All supplies needed will be provided.
with Preethi Fernando
Next session: September 24th, 2026
An entire fun, learning day on emotional intelligence and how it can transform your life. Great class for small business owners, retirees, managers, seniors, working professionals overseeing employees, people having to deal with difficult people in their personal lives. Preethi Fernando, author of “Emotional Intelligence in Business” and “You Got This,” will conduct multiple classes. You can join all the classes or sit in only on the ones you like. Topics Covered: How to Grow your Small Business using Emotional Intelligence Tools; The Emotionally Intelligent Manager, Supervisor, Leader; Life Skills for Working or Living with a Toxic Person; AI vs EI (Artificial intelligence versus emotional intelligence); Emotional Intelligence in Sales and Customer Service.
with Robin Brooks
Next session: September 24th to December 3rd, 2026
Join Robin to continue with tai chi on Thursday afternoons. In this ten-week session, we will continue to refine and play with our vital energy, or Qi. This fall we will begin learning the 24-movement Yang-style taiji form. *Enrollment in this class is suggested for students who have prior experience. *No Class: 11/26 (Fall Session). **No Class: 2/18 (Winter Session). ***Snow Date: 3/25 (Winter Session).
with Laurie Notch
Next session: September 24th to December 17th, 2026
Improve French comprehension and conversational skills through French media and literature where we will listen, read, and discuss in French what's going on in the world. *No Class: 11/26.