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Enamel earrings
with Alice Carroll
This course on enamel earrings is a quick intro to enameling. Will will discuss sifting and wet laying the enamel on the metal. Enamel is powdered glass that is heated with a kiln or a torch to achieve a beautiful color. Each student will learn how to cut and form the metal to create the shapes. Students will also learn how to use rivets or other cold connections to attach pieces of metal to each other. We will explore multiple ways of designing an ear wire to complete the pieces.This is class is open to all skill levels, there will be demonstrations, and plenty of work time.
Instructor: Alice Carroll
macOS Intermediate
with National Digital Equity Center
This course is the extension of the MacOS Basics class. The intermediate class covers in greater detail how to customize your Mac to better suit your work and personal style. System preferences are covered in greater detail which includes the ability to create user accounts for each member of the family.
Required for this class: A MacOS computer connected to the internet.
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Grants, Loans, and Creative Means
with Joshua Bartlett
An in-depth look at many of the potential methods for funding college including loans, scholarships, and savings. Instructor: Josh Bartlett
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Planning and Paying for College
with FAME Finance Authority of Maine
Do you have children who will be looking at college in the next few years or might you be thinking of returning to school yourself? Now is a great time to start thinking about the college financial aid process and ways to boost college savings. The earlier you start, the more confident and relaxed you will feel when it is time to apply for financial aid. Join Jessica Whittier, College Access Counselor with the Finance Authority of Maine for this 1-hour workshop as we talk all things paying for college.
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Intro to Google Drive & Google Docs - NDEC
with National Digital Equity Center
Market Mastery for First-Time Home Buyers: Building Wealth From Your Front Door
with Jaclyn Bousquet
We've put all the experts in the 'room' with you! This course serves as a strategic guide for first-time home buyers. Participants will gain insights into overcoming these challenges, unlocking the secrets to successful home purchases, and strategically building wealth through real estate. From understanding the local market dynamics to making informed decisions, this course empowers first-time buyers with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of today's real estate landscape with confidence. Whether you are looking to buy next month or in five years, get ready to master the market and turn your first home purchase into a stepping stone for wealth creation right from your front door.
Instructors: Jaclyn Bousquet, Scott Mertens, Jed Kelley with JS Kelley Home Inspections, Skye Tomasyan with Keslar Insurance
Format: Live-online
Using Software & Devices for Better Health
with National Digital Equity Center
In this class, we will explore apps, software, and devices that help promote and maintain exercise and diet, monitoring blood sugar, blood pressure, weight medication reminders, using FitBits, Apple Watch, etc., and connecting with Bluetooth. #NDEC
Lighthouse and Puffin Cruise-Bar Harbor
with Steve McGrath
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In the first live online class, we'll start by learning camera settings, aperture, shutter, ISO, white balance and other compositional techniques critical to lighthouse photography. The following Sunday! During the Cruise, we’ll focus on photographing the wildlife and lighthouses, sharing techniques and approaches. Finally, we’ll meet online the following week to share, learn and critique our images. Limited to 15 students. This workshop is for beginner and intermediate photographers.
May 23 Thursday Online 6-8:00
May 26 Sunday On the Cruise
May 28 Tuesday Online Critique Class 6-8:00
Make up dates May 30
Instructor: Steve McGrath