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Ferment This! Sauerkraut (with decorations for gift giving)
with Emma Holder
You’ll learn a basic tried and true sauerkraut recipe, technique and troubleshooting. Then we'll add various vegetable shapes and designs along the sides for a beautiful presentation - these make excellent gifts. Local delicious cabbage makes ferments that last for months, and maintains flavor and nutrient content. You'll learn about the marvelous microorganisms that surround us, give us “terroir” and keep us healthy by replenishing our microbiomes. This hybrid class will include both microbiology and ferment creation. Instructor Emma Holder, Masters in Micro/Immuno, McGill University.
Phlebotomy Certificate (Free Info)
with Academy of Medical Professions
Become Nationally Certified in 10 weeks! Prepare with live Zoom classes and in-person skills labs. Perform basic phlebotomy venipuncture procedures, answer patient questions, perform basic testing, such as blood glucose levels, prepare blood, urine, and other body fluid specimens for testing.
$3200 includes Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification through NHA, books, resume, and job assistance. *Labs may not be available at all locations.
You are registering for a FREE appointment with WRAE's Career Counselor, Jessica Trimmer. She will connect you with AMP.
Ferment This! Peppers, Carrots, and Beyond!
with Emma Holder
Fermenting vegetables preserves them, and adds nutritional value and probiotics. It's so easy - you’ll be a master in no time, fermenting all the things. Basic fermentation techniques will be demonstrated, and then you can use it on pretty much any vegetable. This hybrid class (in-person and zoom) will include both microbiology basics, troubleshooting and ferment creation. Instructor Emma Holder, Masters in Micro/Immuno, McGill University.
Assisted Living: Finding the Right Fit for your Family
with Kaitlyn Morse
Here's a practical in-depth look at what assisted living truly entails and what to consider when exploring this option for yourself or a loved one. Gain valuable insights to help you recognize quality care, ask the right questions and make choices that align with your family's unique needs and values.
How to Dress for your Body Shape
with Candace Sanborn
Learn simple techniques to create the illusion of a slimmer body or more curves! Dressing for illusion is about learning how to wear color, clothing styles and embellishments to trick the eye into seeing something different on the body than is really there, such as slimmer hips, a flatter stomach, more curves, or a taller, leaner figure. Learn simple techniques to help you look your best!
Building Confidence
with New Ventures Maine
Whether navigating recent changes, looking for a job, starting a business, or simply wanting to be more confident, join this class to assess your confidence and learn tools to help you build your self-assurance and keep it strong.
Trail-Wise (Hiking 101 and 102)
with Brad Rounds
Start from ground zero or learn more about hiking as well as a bit about off-track XC skiing and snowshoeing. Gain more comfort in the Maine woods. Maine has literally thousands of miles of publicly-accessible trails. Info on all four seasons. Topics include methods of hiking, reducing risk, tools of the trade, clothing, trail marking, trail guides, weather, getting lost, stream crossings and more.
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AARP Smart Driver
with Andrew Grant
The nation's first refresher course specifically designed for drivers aged 50 and older. In this simple format, brush up on your driving abilities and knowledge of traffic regulations. Driver distractions, using safety features on cars properly, left turns, right-of-way and roundabouts are some of the topics covered. There are also state-specific rules and regulations in 19 important areas such as construction zones, child safety seats, school buses, cell phone use and more. Help lower accidents and traffic penalties while learning something new.