COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT
CLASSES FOR JANUARY THROUGH MAY
2008
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    New Classes for March April and May

    Explore Chinese Cooking and Culture with Lily Jo

    Chinese Stir-fry and Egg Soup  Add to Shopping Cart
    March 19, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm  Gorham Middle School
    $20 per person

    Chinese Culture 1 Add to Shopping Cart
    Create your Chinese name; learn to count and tell time; learn songs and games and morning exercise.
    April 10, 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm  Gorham Middle School
    $10 per person

    Chinese Dumplings Add to Shopping Cart
    April 16, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm  Gorham Middle School
    $20 per person

    Chinese Culture 2 Add to Shopping Cart
    Explore China’s zodiac, legends and proverbs; try your hand at calligraphy using traditional Chinese tools.
    May 1, 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm Gorham Middle School
    $10 per person

    Chinese Culture 3 Add to Shopping Cart
    Learn traditional paper cutting and some everyday Chinese words.
    May 8, 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm  Gorham Middle School
    $10 per person

    Lily is visiting in Gorham from Beijing, China for 6 months as part of an international teacher exchange program.  She is observing and teaching classes at Gorham Middle and, High Schools and at Narragansett School.

    Career Research and Planning  Add to Shopping Cart
    What do you want to be when you grow up?  It is never to late to reinvent your career.  This four session series will help you start the process.
    Mondays, April 28 - May 19, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Gorham High School 
    $25 per person

    Instructor:  Carolyn May from Women, Work and Community


    COURSES
SAT Prep for High School Students  Add to Shopping Cart

Choose Session 1 or Session 2. Each will review writing, math and verbal skills, as well as test-taking strategies. Cost includes a study guide.  Students may opt to take only the math or English review.  Please call 222-1095 for pricing information. 

Session 1
Tues. & Thurs. 4 – 6 p.m.
Starts: March 11           Ends: April 17
12 sessions                   GHS
Res Fee: $80                Non Res: $85
 
Session 2
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Starts: March 11           Ends: April 17
12 sessions                   GHS
Res Fee: $80                Non Res: $85
ARTS & CRAFTS
Intermediate Watercolor    Add to Shopping Cart
This course is designed to pick up where beginner watercolor workshops end. A materials list will be mailed before the first class. No class 1/21.  Senior Price: $45
Monday                       9:30 –11:30 a.m.
Starts: Jan. 14               Ends: Feb. 11              
4 sessions                     Municipal Center
Res Fee: $70                Non Res: $75
 
Maddie Lou Chaplin is a full-time professional artist who works with watercolors, acrylic and oils.  Her art has received widespread recognition and numerous awards.

Gorham Barn in Snow Storm  Add to Shopping Cart
In this beginner watercolor workshop you will create a painting from start to finish. Step-by-step instructions will be given. The instructor will supply all materials Materials fee: $10 payable to the instructor.

Saturday                       10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Jan. 19                                    
1 session                      GHS 
Res Fee: $40                Non Res: $45

Maddie Lou Chaplin.  See previous bio.

Bead Making
These family friendly and fun hands on courses will get your creativity flowing! Come work with different materials that allow you to make and bake your own designs. You will leave with your own beads that can be used to make jewelry, earrings, key chains, sun catchers, and more. This course is open to adults and children age 8 and over when accompanied by an adult. 

Sculpey Clay Beads  Add to Shopping Cart
Materials fee: $5 per person payable to the instructor.
Saturday                       9 a.m. -noon
March 15
1 session                       GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13
                                                                                              
Faux Glass Beads (shrinkable plastic)  Add to Shopping Cart
Materials fee: $2 per person payable to the instructor.
Saturday                       9 a.m. - noon
April 5
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13

Bo Jackson Landsperg has taught in adult and alternative education settings for 17 years. She has taught jewelry making, English and math.
 
Watercolor for All Levels   Add to Shopping Cart
This course will focus on a specific theme each week. Each class will begin with a demonstration of a specific technique and will end with a short critique. A materials list will be mailed. Senior Price: $45
Monday                       9:30 –11:30 a.m.
Starts: March 3             Ends: March 24                                               
4 sessions                     Municipal Center
Res Fee: $70                Non Res: $75

Maddie Lou Chaplin.  See previous bio.

Creations in Clay  Add to Shopping Cart
Release your inner potter! Learn three hand building techniques (modeling, coil and slab construction) and how to make various containers and sculptural pieces. Once you know the basic skills, you’ll be able to explore the versatile nature of clay and create as many pieces as you’d like during the four classes. Clay pieces will be fired after the fourth class and the last class will be devoted to glazing. No prior experience or special skills required. Class dates: March 24, 25, 26, 27 and April 14. Materials fee: $15 payable to the instructor.
See above dates           6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
5 sessions                     GMS
Res Fee: $50                Non Res: $55 

Amy Cousins is an art teacher at Gorham Middle School, where she has taught for ten years. She has a bachelor’s degree in Art Education from the University of Southern Maine. Clay and photography are her two favorite media.

Mini Quilt Wall Hanging  Add to Shopping Cart
Get a head start on spring flowers by creating your very own wall hanging using stitchery in this mini quilt making course. Topics covered include tracing stitchery, learning stitches, adding borders and quilting. Materials fee: $5 payable to the instructor.
Tuesday                                   6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Starts: March 25                       Ends: April 1
2 sessions                                 GHS
Res Fee: $10                            Non Res: $13

Kim Barbour learned quilting from her mother and her grandmother. She is an experienced instructor who enjoys assisting quilters of all levels at the same time. Her work has been featured in Country Quilts magazine.

Craft a Spring Floral Arrangement  Add to Shopping Cart
Come and learn how to work with different materials to create your very own “breath of spring” silk floral wall decoration to add some color to any room. Beginners are welcome. Materials fee: $10 payable to the instructor.
Wednesday                  7 – 9 p.m.
April 9             
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13
 
Laurie Reynolds owns and operates Blossoms of Windham and has over 20 years of floral design experience.
 
CULINARY ARTS
 
Comforting Desserts  Add to Shopping Cart
Create your own comfort any time of the year with these scrumptious delights: vanilla crème brulee, berry cobbler with sugar cookie dough, cobbler dumplings, cinnamon-walnut rugelach, cream cheese brownies and pretty spring cupcakes.
Thursday                      6:30 – 9 p.m.
May 8 
1 session                      GMS
Res Fee: $20                Non Res: $23

JoAnne Wood was born in England and comes from a long line of fine British bakers.  After graduating from the California Culinary Academy, she worked as a pastry chef at fine-dining establishments in the San Francisco Bay area.  Since moving to Maine she has worked as a professional pastry chef and owned Dessert, a baking company in Gorham.

International Salads   Add to Shopping Cart
We’ll create delicious and interesting salads from around the world: warm
German potato salad, garlic Caesar salad, spicy Thai chicken salad and
Japanese soba noodle salad with veggies and peanut-sesame dressing.
Thursday                      6:30 – 9 p.m.
May 22
1 session                      GMS
Res Fee: $20                Non Res: $23

JoAnne Wood.  See previous bio.

FAMILY MATTERS


The A, B, Cs and Ds of Medicare   Add to Shopping Cart
This free seminar will cover the health care coverage offered by and through Medicare, as well as health insurance coverage that works with or through Medicare. Did you know that in 2008 there will be two types of Medicare coverage offering 123 plan options, 53 prescription drug plans and 18 supplemental insurance carriers offering up to 180 different insurance plans to Mainers? This seminar will help the average Mainer sort through these myriad choices. This class is offered at no cost.  Registration is required.
Tuesday                       3 – 5 p.m.
April 8
1 session                      GMS

Carol Rancourt is the Southern Maine Area on Aging Coordinator for State Health Insurance Programs and Senior Medicare Patrol program. She works to educate older people about their rights and benefits under Medicare and complementary insurance programs.

Fairy Folk Lunch Party  Add to Shopping Cart
Garden spirits abound in our garden and delight in inviting those that believe to our Fairy Folk Lunch. Share a fairy lunch under the tent, walk through the garden to see how these spirits have nurtured all that grows and each child will design a “garden in a box” using materials gathered from nature. Fee is for one adult and one child. Each additional child: $12.
Sunday             1 – 3 p.m. 
June 1             
1 session                      120 Flaggy Meadow Rd.
Res Fee: $33                Non Res: $38

Linda Faatz is a long-time Gorham resident.  As a teacher and artisan, she loves sharing her knowledge and enthusiasm with others.

HEALTH AND FITNESS

Hatha Yoga for Beginners Add to Shopping Cart
Experience the joy and benefits of a gentle and compassionate approach to yoga practice: decreased stress, improved circulation and flexibility, increased confidence, vitality, and peace of mind.  Please bring a yoga mat. No class 1/21, 2/18, 4/21.

Session 1
Monday                       5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
Starts: Jan. 14               Ends: March 17
8 sessions                     GMS
Res Fee: $60                Non Res: $65

Session 2
No class 4/21
Monday                       5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
Starts: March 24           Ends: May 19
8 sessions                     GMS
Res Fee: $60                Non Res: $65

Debi Dahms is a University Certified Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer.  She is also certified in Pilates and Reiki.  She has over 10 years experience in the fitness field. 

Pilates  Add to Shopping Cart
Pilates is a system of floor exercises that targets deep abdominal muscles to develop core stability while toning, strengthening and balancing your body, mind and spirit.  This method gives maximum results for all levels of fitness and allows you to progress at your own pace. Bring a mat. No class 1/21, 2/18, 4/21.
Session 1
Monday                       7 – 8 p.m.
Starts: Jan. 14               Ends: March 17
8 sessions                     GMS
Res Fee: $60                Non Res: $65

Session 2
Monday                       7 – 8 p.m.
Starts: March 24           Ends: May 19
8 sessions                     GMS
Res Fee: $60                Non Res: $65

Debi Dahms.  See previous bio.

T’ai Chi Add to Shopping Cart
T’ai Chi, which translates to “Supreme Ultimate,” often invokes an image of people rhythmically moving together in a public park at early dawn and harmonizing as one with nature. This basic introductory class will focus on a set of fun exercises that involve Qigong (Chi Kung) breathing exercises, push hands, and a basic introductory form. Students will leave at the end of each class feeling more relaxed with a calm peace of mind. No class 2/19.
Session 1
Tuesday                       6 – 7 p.m.
Starts: Jan. 15               Ends: Feb. 26  
6 sessions                     GMS
Res Fee: $40                Non Res: $45

Session 2
Tuesday                       6 – 7 p.m.
Starts: March 4 Ends: April 8   
6 sessions                     GMS
Res Fee: $40                Non Res: $45
 
Toby Plourde holds black belts in various styles of karate, kung fu and t’ai chi and has taught self defense courses in New Hampshire, Florida, Massachusetts and Maine.

Relax with Reflexology Add to Shopping Cart
Reflexology is the practice of applying pressure or massage techniques to parts of the feet and hands that in turn has benefits to other parts of the body. Learn self-help techniques and easy exercises that can be done right at home. Benefits of reflexology are many  including increased circulation and relaxation.
Wednesday                  6 – 8 p.m.
Jan. 30                        
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13

Barbara Cushman has served as the Vice President of the Maine Council of
Reflexologists and has been nationally certified for eight years.

Weight, Weight, Weight Add to Shopping Cart
Don’t hold onto weight – release it with hypnosis!  Are you always battling with diets and extra pounds? If you are determined to look better and feel better about yourself, let hypnosis help you. Hypnosis is a positive approach to obtaining a healthier body. Through these three sessions you will be given suggestions that will seal themselves in your subconscious and become a permanent part of your life. You will be given new methods of action, positive thoughts, and an effective pattern to help you succeed in reaching your goal weight. A CD is included in the cost of the course.
Feb. 4, 7, 14                6:30 – 8 p.m.
3 sessions                     GHS
Res Fee: $45                Non Res: $50

Anita Findlen is certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists as a hypnotherapist (CHt). She has had extensive training in past life regression therapy, pain management, weight release and smoking cessation.

Using Herbs for Wellness and Longevity Add to Shopping Cart
Come learn how to use these herbal allies to attain good health for you and loved ones. We’ll discuss many herbs that can help us on the road to joy and health, recharging our bodies and spirits.
Wednesday                  6:30 – 8:30 p.m.          
Feb. 6             
1 session                      GMS
Res Fee: $20                Non Res: $23

Deborah Gideon’s interest in herbs was sparked by her old world grandmother who made herbs an integral part of her life.  Deborah has studied herbs for several years with various teachers.  She is a graduate of Rosemary Gladstar’s Sage Mountain Herb School in Vermont.
 
A Natural Way to Manage Stress and Anxiety with Herbs Add to Shopping Cart
Stressed out? Learn a gentle way to use herbs for anxiety relief and discover which herbs offer a path to wellness and calm.
Wednesday                  6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Feb. 13           
1 session                      GMS
Res Fee: $20                Non Res: $23
 
Deborah Gideon.  See previous bio.

Herbs for a Restful Sleep Add to Shopping Cart
Time to pamper yourself and have some fun. Make your own dream pillow, room spray and herbal tea blend to help give you a good night’s sleep- all in one evening! Materials fee: $5 payable to the instructor.
Wednesday                  6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Feb. 27
1 session                      GMS
Res Fee: $20                Non Res: $23
 
Deborah Gideon. See previous bio.

Past Life Regression Add to Shopping Cart
The saying goes, “One life, many lives,” and the theory is that each of us has lived several lives, and that parts of those existences come together to make us who we are today.  Join this past life regression hypnosis session to learn about your past, which will lead to greater understanding of who you are right now. Bring a pillow and mat or your favorite folding chair.
Thursday                      6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
March 13
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $20                Non Res: $25

Anita Findlen. See previous bio.

Introduction to Spiritual Energies Add to Shopping Cart
This course will help you understand what Spiritual Energies are, their positive and negative effects, and how they can improve our lives. Learn how to change your thought processes to achieve the life you dream of while moving forward on your spiritual path.
Thursday                      6:30 – 8 p.m.
April 3
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $25                Non Res: $30

Brenda Paquette is the owner of Guided Hands in Biddeford. She has studied spirituality for over 16 years. She is a Usui Reiki Master/Teacher, Lightarian Reiki Master, Lightarian Ray Teacher, Angel Healing Practitioner, Soul Therapy Practitioner, and is IET certified.

Meditation 101 Add to Shopping Cart
Explore various ways to meditate including “eye open” meditation that can be done throughout the day, guided meditation to relax and quiet the mind, and deep meditation to deepen your spiritual nature. 
Thursday                      6:30 – 8 p.m.               
April 10                       
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $25                Non Res $30

Brenda Paquette. See previous bio.

Hypnosis to Help Your Golf Game Add to Shopping Cart
Are you frustrated with your golf game? Lacking concentration on the course? Want to perfect that swing and be able to focus on improving your round? Attend this one-night hypnosis session and let its effect help you become the golfer you aspire to be! This evening is sure to change your ability to focus and help improve your overall golf game. A CD is included.
Monday                       6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
April 28                                   
1 session                     
Res Fee: $35                Non Res: $40

Anita Findlen. See previous bio.

HOME & GARDEN

Kitchen Gardening from Apples to Zucchini Add to Shopping Cart
Have you dreamed of enjoying continual harvests of delicious, healthy, home-grown foods?  Well, you can do it this year, no matter what size yard you have. This course is suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to learn new skills, and covers the basics of organic gardening, food preservation, cooking, and eating with the seasons.   
Wednesday                  6 – 8:30 p.m.
March 12                    
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $15                Non Res: $18
 
Roger Doiron is the founder and director of Kitchen Gardeners International, a nonprofit network of 4,800 gardeners and home cooks from 80 countries. When he’s not thinking about food (which is rare), he is writing about it. His articles on food and gardening have appeared in several publications, including Organic Gardening and the Chicago Tribune. 

Home Ownership in the Works Add to Shopping Cart
Are you planning to buy your first home? If yes, this class is for you. Those completing this course will receive a certificate of eligibility required for Maine State Housing Authority (MSHA) programs or any federal mortgage product. You will learn about financial planning of home ownership, obtaining a mortgage, shopping for a home, the closing and beyond. Experts in the home buying process will be available during the classes. To register, contact Vicky Doughty at 1-800-698-4959 or 842-2988 ext. 23 or vdoughty@propeople.org.

Mon. & Wed.              6 – 8:30 p.m.
Starts: March 17           Ends: March 26
4 sessions                     GHS
Fee: $30                      

PROP staff and Irene Oldfield will conduct this workshop using the hoMEworks education curriculum. Irene is a mortgage development officer for Bangor Savings Bank and is a certified instructor for this course.
 
YardScape: Healthy Lawn Care Made Simple Add to Shopping Cart
Do you long for a lush, green lawn that is also safe for kids and pets? Get the lawn you want without relying on chemical fertilizers, insecticides or herbicides. You will discover how to create a lawn that safeguards the health of your family while saving time and money.
Saturday                       10 a.m. – noon
April 12                       
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13
 
Tamara Lee Pinard works with local municipalities, assisting them with their Stormwater Management Plans. The YardScape program is an important educational outreach component of that work.

Not Your Ordinary Four Season Garden Add to Shopping Cart
This course will introduce some new ideas to combine with some of your favorites for garden planting, such as bulbs and ornamentals. Learn how to create color in the garden from early spring to frost and beyond. Participants are encouraged to bring one pressing issue – such as “I have no color in July” – for discussion.  No class 4/23.                                   
Wednesday                  6-8 p.m.
Starts: April 16 Ends: April 30
2 sessions                     GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13

Kathleen Carr Bailey, a sole proprietor, started Finishing Touches, a garden design, installation and maintenance company, six years ago. Recently she has facilitated workshops for L.L. Bean and Skillins Greenhouses, and is a University of Maine Cooperative Extension Master Gardener.

Rain Gardens Add to Shopping Cart
Did you know that during a one-inch rainstorm, over 500 gallons of water will fall on your roof? Rain gardens are ecologically-friendly landscaped areas designed to soak up water from driveways, rooftops and other hard surfaces.  Learn everything you need to know to install one. Weather dependent, the second class will include a field trip to view a local rain garden in Standish. Materials fee: $10 payable to the instructor.
Tuesday, May 6           6 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 10         10 a.m. – noon
2 sessions                     GHS   
Res Fee: $20                Non Res: $23

Mary Gilbertson has been working in the water quality field for the past 10 years, most recently as a Water Resource Specialist at the Portland Water District. She is a University of Maine Cooperative Extension Master Gardener, and a certified professional in erosion and sediment control. She enjoys combining her fondness of gardening with her passion for the environment, and sharing her enthusiasm with others.

Planning an Herb Garden Add to Shopping Cart
The satisfaction and pleasures gained from growing and using herbs are countless. Herbs are healthy, economical and useful. Learn how to grow herbs and cook with fresh and dried herbs to enhance your meals and create hours of enjoyment. You will create a small herb garden in a pot to take home and will sample tasty herbal treats. Materials fee: $25 payable to instructor.
Wednesday                  5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
May 14                       
1 session                      120 Flaggy Meadow Rd.                       
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13

Linda Faatz is a long-time Gorham resident.  As a teacher and artisan, she loves sharing her knowledge and enthusiasm with others.
MUSIC AND DANCE

You Can Dance! Beginner Tango & Cha-Cha Add to Shopping Cart
Get in the groove and learn the basics of the Tango and Cha-Cha, as well as
how to follow and lead, good partnership and proper techniques for these popular, unique and fascinating dances. A partner is suggested. Wear comfortable foot apparel.
Mon. & Wed.              6 – 7 p.m.
Starts: Feb. 25              Ends: March 12
6 sessions                      GHS
Res Fee: $40                Non Res: $ 45

Wayne Young is certified to teach dance through the nationally recognized
Fred Astaire Studios. He teaches at the Centre of Movement.
 
You Can Dance! Beginning Ballroom Add to Shopping Cart
Learn the basics of the Fox Trot, Waltz and East Coast Swingas well as
how to follow and lead, good partnership and proper techniques for easy
and graceful dancing. A partner is suggested. Wear comfortable foot
apparel.
Mon & Wed                7 – 8:15 p.m.
Starts: Feb. 25              Ends: March 12
6 sessions                     GHS
Res Fee: $40                Non Res: $ 45

Wayne Young.  See previous bio.

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
 
FUNdamentals of Genealogy (Register by phone or mail)
Topics will include: How to Begin, Pedigree Charts, Family Group Sheets, Vital Records, Documentation, Basic Resources, Preserving Old Documents & Photographs, etc.  A text will be recommended at first class.  This class is sponsored by Baxter Memorial Library, Gorham Adult Education and Professor Faulkner at no cost for community members.
Thursday                      6 – 7:45 pm
Starts: Jan. 17               Ends: Feb. 28
6 sessions                     Baxter Memorial Library

Howard Maynard Faulkner, Professor Emeritus, USM completed genealogy courses at William & Mary College and the National Genealogical Society in Virginia. He has written for genealogy journals, speaks frequently at genealogy events and to the public. He teaches genealogy courses at Senior College, USM.

Genealogy and the Computer (Register by phone or mail)
Recommended for those who understand the content of the first course.  Topics to include: Important online genealogical resources will be discussed and demonstrated including; Message Boards, Newsletters, Genealogical Software and important websites for genealogists. Computer activities will include: Censuses, Family History Center research, Passenger Ships Lists, Ellis Island, Castle Island, National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), the DAR, etc.  The library has several computers available for class use however; participants with wireless laptop computers are encouraged to bring them to class.  A reference CD will be provided by the instructor.   This class is sponsored by Baxter Memorial Library, Gorham Adult Education and Professor Faulkner at no cost for community members.
Thursday                      6 – 7:45 pm
Starts: March 13           Ends: April 17
6 sessions                     Baxter Memorial Library

Howard Maynard Faulkner.  See previous bio.
 
Schedule A: Itemized Deductions (Register by phone or mail)
Uncle Sam gets his fair share, but what about you? Are you claiming all the tax benefits to keep your hard-earned income? Tracking your deductible expenses can work in your favor, if you know what is deductible. Don’t miss the chance for a smaller tax bill or a larger refund next year. An experienced tax professional will lead a discussion about what is classified as a deductible, itemized expense. This class is offered at no cost. Registration is required.
Tuesday                       6 – 8 p.m.
Feb. 5
1 session                      GHS

Marilyn Brinnick has been preparing personal tax returns with H&R Block for over 12 years with more than 200 hours of certification courses. She is an experienced instructor on both basic and advanced personal tax topics. In her current position, she manages five offices and 25 employees.

Computer Tune Up & Upgrades Add to Shopping Cart
Learn how to protect your computer from ad-ware, and how to clean the registry and keep your system running smoothly. The instructor will share free programs and cover basic troubleshooting solutions to common problems. Learn what to consider when upgrading an existing PC or buying a new system.
Tuesday                       6 – 8 p.m.
1 session                     
Feb. 5                          GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13
 
Jason Saucier works for the University of Southern Maine’s Department of Residential Life and Resident Education as a Coordinator of Co-curricular Development. While computers are a hobby, Jason spends a great deal of his work time on computers for Web design, program management and assessment. Jason built his own computer and a full-size, upright arcade machine that is powered by a PC.

Attracting the Life You Want Add to Shopping Cart
The only thing standing between you and your dreams is your belief that it is possible.
Are you ready to harness the power between what you think and what you get? This workshop is based on the Law of Attraction: Our thoughts and feelings are powerful magnets by which we attract people, opportunities, circumstances and outcomes into our lives. You will be given practical tools to use to attract prosperity in all areas of your life and will learn to use the Law of Attraction to shift your thoughts around money to increase wealth, stop attracting things you don’t want, clarify your goals and strategies and deliberately create what you want.
Wednesday                  6:30 – 9 p.m.
March 5
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $35                Non Res: $40

Deborah Bergeron CPCC, ACC is a personal and professional life coach. She has a  Bachelor’s degree in Education and more than 20 years’ experience in sales, sales management, team building and leadership for a Fortune 500 Company.  Deborah earned her credentials as a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) from The Coaches Training Institute and her Associate Certified Coach (ACC) certification from the International Coach Federation.
 
I Came – I Saw – I Bid Add to Shopping Cart
Learn about buying and selling on the Internet and the basics of selling on eBay, the Internet’s most popular shopping destination. Whether you are looking for a unique item, need to sell what is up in the attic or you wish to start an Internet business – eBay may be just the ticket! Covered topics include getting started on eBay, setting up eBay and PayPal accounts, security issues and identity theft, and the basics of buying and selling. No class 4/21.
Monday                        6 – 8 p.m.
Starts: April 7               Ends: May 5
4 sessions                     GMS
Res Fee: $40                Non Res: $45
 
Michael Mills has a degree in electronic technology and operates a full-time eBay business. He is a buyer and seller, a Registered Trading Assistant (buying and selling for others) and is an authorized eBay education specialist and consultant, trained by eBay to teach others how to “do it eBay.”

Learn to Geocache Add to Shopping Cart
Geocaching is an outdoor treasure-hunting game where participants, known as geocachers, find coordinates on a Web site to locate hidden boxes. In this hands-on, introductory class, participants will learn how to use a GPS unit to play the game and have an opportunity to put their new skills to use by locating an actual geocache. This is a family-friendly course offering and school age children are welcome.
Saturday                       10 -11:30 a.m.
May 3 
1 session                      GHS
Res fee: $15                 Non Res: $18
 
Wendy Almeida and her family have been geocachers for several years and have enjoyed the varied aspects of the game, from finding geocaches and moving game pieces to creating and hiding their own caches. They enjoy introducing others to this fun activity.

Living a Life of Gratitude Add to Shopping Cart
From the moment we wake, to the moment we drift off to sleep at the end of the day, life presents one opportunity after another to be grateful. Through the eyes of gratitude we open our hearts and bring joy into our lives. This interactive class is packed with tools, ideas, and support to inspire you to create your own gratitude list. Bring an open mind and experience new ways to develop an “attitude of gratitude,” appreciate the many blessings in your life, and understand the restorative power of gratitude.
Wednesday                  6:30 – 9 p.m.
May 7
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $35                Non Res: $40

Deborah Bergeron. See previous bio.

Why Baseball Matters Add to Shopping Cart
The game of baseball, often called America’s “national pastime,” has been played for nearly 200 years. The history of baseball and its influence on the nation, region, and local area will be explored in this discussion-based course. The third and final meeting of the course will meet at Hadlock Field in Portland for a conference with Sea Dogs personnel and an Eastern League game. Price includes the cost of one ticket to the June 7th  game.  Class dates: May 17, 31 and June 7.
Saturday                      10 a.m. – noon    
May 17, 31                  GHS
June 7                          Evening at Hadlock Field in Portland
Res Fee: $25                Non Res: $30

Mike Brady teaches at the University of Southern Maine. His course “Baseball and American Society: A Journey” has run for 12 consecutive summers and has won a national education award. Mike batted .188 in Little League but has been improving ever since.  Steve Small has taught at Gorham’s Village School for 22 years. Steve is a lifelong fan and has read widely on the game of baseball.  Steve was an all-star first baseman in Reading, Mass. and would be in the Baseball Hall of Fame if he could hit the curve ball.
 
PHOTOGRAPHY

FULL  Digital Camera Workshop
This workshop will start with the basics of using and comparing digital cameras. It will then focus on camera functions and the controls used to control focus and exposure. Please bring your digital camera and its cords and operating manual. The course will be taught in a computer lab.
Tuesday                       6 – 8 p.m.
March  4
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee:  $10               Non Res $13

Cole Caswell received his bachelor’s degree from the Art Institute in Boston and his Associate of Arts Degree from Rockport College/Maine Photographic Workshops. He has returned to Portland and is attending the Maine College of Art. Cole’s photographic endeavors have culminated in the merger of his photographic practice with technology. 
 
FULL  Digital Photography Workshop I Add to Shopping Cart
This workshop will cover the programs used to upload, store, and adjust image files. It will focus on importing images to the computer, managing files, saving, archiving, file types, and formatting images for the Web. Time will be spent learning how to adjust the image and make minor digital alterations. Please bring your digital camera with images on it, the cameras cords, and the operating manual. The course will be taught in a computer lab. 
Tuesday                       6 – 8 p.m.
March 11
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee:  $10               Non Res $13

Cole Caswell. See previous bio.

FULL Digital Photography Workshop II Add to Shopping Cart
This hands-on workshop will focus on the development of a critical eye and using Photoshop. Half the class time will be spent engaging with the techniques that make some images succeed and other images struggle. The remainder of the time will focus on basic adjustments and improvements using Photoshop. The course will be taught in a computer lab.  
Tuesday                       6 – 8 p.m.
March 18
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee:  $10               Non Res $13
 
Cole Caswell. See previous bio.

ON THE JOB
 
Childcare Providers  Add to Shopping Cart
These days, children entering school are expected to come with skills once taught in kindergarten. Those who enter school without these skills are behind other children and may struggle to catch up their entire school career. As daycare providers and preschool teachers, you have an important role in preparing children for school and supporting parents as teachers of their children. These workshops will address developmental milestones, brain research and age-appropriate learning goals. Age appropriate books, games and activities will be shared.  Proof of contact hours will be provided.

Workshop 1 – Learning from Birth to 1 ½ Years
Tuesday                       6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Feb. 26                       
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13
Workshop 2 – Learning from Age 1 ½ to Age 3
Tuesday                       6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
March 11                    
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13
Workshop 3 – Learning from Age 3 to Age 5
Tuesday                       6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
March 25                    
1 session                      GHS
Res Fee: $10                Non Res: $13

Ellen Mazuzan is the Family Literacy Coordinator in Gorham. She has a degree in elementary education and has worked with preschoolers and their families for 25 years.  Jane Meggison has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years and has worked in the Gorham schools for the past 10 years. She has a special interest in providing services to children/families for early intervention and improved mental health.

Access for Beginners Add to Shopping Cart
This course is for participants new to Microsoft Access. Learn how to create a database, query the database, and create labels and reports. No prior knowledge of Access is required, just basic computer skills. Please bring a writeable CD or USB drive to class to store your work.
Tuesday                        6 – 8 p.m.
Starts:   March 11         Ends: April 1
4 sessions                     GHS
Res Fee: $40                Non Res: $45

Daniel Schorr works for the Professional Development Center at the University of Southern Maine. He has been working with and teaching others to use Excel and Access for the past 15 years. He believes that computers are useful tools that can greatly assist our capacity to organize and display all the information we need to collect in our personal and professional lives.

Excel for Beginners Add to Shopping Cart
This course is for participants new to working with Microsoft Excel. Learn how to create worksheets, modify and edit worksheet data, and format the worksheet. Additional topics covered include printing techniques, working with basic formulas and functions, and charts. No prior knowledge of Excel is required, just basic computer skills. Please bring a writeable CD or USB drive to class to store your work. Book fee: $25 payable at registration.
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