Whether you are working on your first novel or your latest magazine article, you know that one of the most valuable things any writer can have is feedback. Another is support. This workshop offers both, along with seminars on such topics as finding inspiration, performing research, organizing one’s ideas, using words powerfully and approaching publishers. The group leader, Dr. Thomas M. Kane, has published 27 books and has extensive experience teaching writing.

Ever wonder how to preserve and use all of that great locally-grown produce? University of Maine Cooperative Extension food preservation workshops will teach you the basics of canning and freezing, including how to use pressure canners and water bath canners to preserve pickles, jam, and vegetables. Workshops are taught by UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteers.

Material Fee: $20 Paid to instructor at first class

An overview of gardening techniques and technologies to expand the growing season and grow more fresh produce.

State Approved Certified Medical Technician Program. Includes: 60 hours classroom, 20 hours classroom/lab, and 40 hours clinical training. This is a 120 hour course preparing CNA’s working in nursing homes to administer medications under the supervision of an RN (this 40 hour piece should be scheduled at the facility, by the facility, and a schedule provided to the instructor.) PREREQUISITE: CNA license +2080 hours as a CNA. Call the Adult Ed Officeat 778-3460 for an application and detailedregistration requirements.

Assessments required.

Microsoft’s Excel is a powerful spreadsheet software to organize and manage data related to business operations. This course focuses on mastering the fundamental tasks performed in Excel, including data entry, basic formula calculations, and formatting and style operations. During the course, you will learn how to build a spreadsheet from scratch and gain a greater understanding of the most popular Excel commands and functions. This would be a 6 week offering, with 4 modules and a final project. 

Fee will be TBD

We are a group of woodturning enthusiasts who love all things about the art of woodturning. Our Monthly meetings demonstrate woodturning, and or embellishing (carving, painting or pyrography). We are a group with various skill levels - from the beginner to professional. Our intent is to foster the advancement and education of woodturning through demonstrations. If you are looking to turn wood and need help in organizing how to go about it please come to a meeting, we are here to share our knowledge.

Location: 129 Seamon Rd, Farmington, ME. Mt Blue High School Woodshop

Dates are Oct 9, Nov 6 and Dec 11