Courses

Experience a psychic reading where you may hear from a loved one, spirit guide, or angel. You can get your questions answered through the use of tarot. This is a great way to get introduced to mediumship and tarot card readings. It is also a fun, safe way to engage with Spirit. Instructor: Jeannie Sullivan from HeartFelt Energies.

Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to brush up on previous skills, this is the drawing class for you. Working in a variety of media, we will cover all of the basics: line, shape, value, proportion, composition, perspective and markmaking. Particular focus is placed on observational skills, learning how to translate the 3-dimensional world onto a 2-dimensional surface. A materials list will be provided after registration.

This course covers basic genealogy concepts for researching and documenting one's ancestors. What is a genealogy brick wall and how do you break it? This course will offer key ideas on solving even the toughest research barriers. Topics include: general ideas to get started, where and how to find key genealogy records, paper and digital organization strategies, using online databases and resources, where to go in the community to research family history. One class meeting may include a field trip to a research site.

Everyone has a story to tell—and your family's history is a treasure trove of unforgettable characters, dramatic moments, and personal triumphs waiting to be preserved. In this special summer-series course, you'll learn how to transform memories, oral histories, and genealogical research into compelling, readable stories. Whether you're writing about a single ancestor, a cherished family tradition, or a multi-generational narrative, this class will help you build essential writing skills while discovering new ways to explore your heritage. No prior writing experience is necessary—just a love of family and a desire to share their stories.

Explore the rich, tangy and bubbly world of fermentation and the Maine producers bringing it to life! In this introductory class, you’ll sample a variety of fermented foods made right here in Maine —like sauerkraut, kimchi, miso, black garlic, and garum —while discovering the stories of the innovative makers behind them. Learn how fermentation works, why it’s such a powerful preservation method, and how it fits into Maine’s local food systems. Perfect for food lovers and curious minds alike, this class celebrates the bold flavors and traditions of Maine’s fermented foods. Taught by Sara Gross, Presented by Maine Tasting Center.

*NOTICE OF LOCATION CHANGE: The location for this program has been moved from Brunswick High School to the Adult Center Center in Topsham.

Ever wonder about how the people of yore lived? Who were the Anunnaki? When did the first humans arrive in the Americas? Julius Caesar... a fashionista? Enter the 'Wayback Machine' to explore ancient societies around the globe from prehistory to 1500 C.E. with this engaging lecture course that shows how the past affects the present. History does repeat itself!