Community Enrichment

Introduction to Backyard Bird Watching

with Ian Lynch

Mar

10

Next session: March 10th to 24th, 2025

$35 More Info

Discover the enchanting world of backyard birdwatching with Ian Lynch! In this engaging course, learn essential techniques and tools for successful bird observation. Uncover the fascinating avian residents right outside your door and cultivate a deeper connection to nature through the joy of bird identification and observation. Limit 20 students.

Birding with Ian Lynch: Spring Migrants

with Ian Lynch

Apr

16

Next session: April 16th to 30th, 2025

$35 More Info

Spring days bring wonderful surprises for bird watchers. Nearly every day, new birds arrive, often species that weren't here the day before. Some of the birds are showing to breed in central Maine, but many are only stopping off on their way north. The numbers and the brevity of their visits can make identifying spring migrant birds feel overwhelming. This beginner class will concentrate on identifying the most common migrants by sight and by sound. In addition to suggestions for places to look for migrants, there will be an option for an outing together. Limit 20 students.

Learn to Ride a Bike*

with Erik DaSilva, Bicycle Coalition of Maine

May

10

Next session: May 10th, 2025

$10 More Info

If you never learned to ride a bike as a kid, you’re not alone and you’re not too late! We will guide you through simple steps to help get you rolling and build your confidence on two wheels. This class is open to teenagers and adults who haven’t learned to ride a bike before. Bring a 2-wheel bike to learn on—one where the seat can be set low enough to sit with both heels flat (no “tip-toes”) on the ground and knees slightly bent. We will focus on balancing, pedaling, and bicycle control. A parent or guardian must accompany students 13-16 years. Rain date will be Saturday, May 17. When registering please mark this date on your calendar just in case it rains on May 10. Donations are welcome to the Bicycle Coalition of Maine by cash or check at class or via their website at www.bikemaine.org/donate. Limit 5 students.

Fix-A-Bike Spring Workshop*

with Erik DaSilva, Bicycle Coalition of Maine

May

10

Next session: May 10th, 2025

$10 More Info

Join us for a bike maintenance workshop for Teens and Adults. Are you curious about bicycle mechanics? Would you like to maintain your bike better, do repairs yourself, or get your bike ready for spring? Would you like to be better prepared to fix breakdowns when you are out on the road? Bring your bike and tool kit, if you have one. A parent or guardian must accompany students 13-16 years. Rain date will be Saturday, May 17. When registering please mark this date on your calendar just in case it rains on May 10. Donations are welcome to the Bicycle Coalition of Maine by cash or check or via their website anytime at www.bikemaine.org/donate. Limit 18 students.

Fresh Floral Arranging at The Robin’s Nest

with Robin Samalus-Getchell & The Robin's Nest Team

Mar

13

Next session: March 13th, 2025

$50 More Info

Join Robin and her talented design team at The Robin's Nest and design your own fresh floral arrangement! Yoou will design a beautiful fresh floral arrangement to keep or give as a gift. Come prepared to learn some basics of floral design and to have fun! Alll materials are included in the cost.

Pottery: Make a Fun Mug — 2nd Session

with Rose Crossman, Rosie's Artistry / Elmhurst Street

Mar

3

Next session: March 3rd to 17th, 2025

$30 More Info

Join us for this mug-making class and learn how to create a mug and affix a handle the first night. On the second night, March 17, you will paint your mug. You will be able to pick up your artwork at the Adult Ed Office at Messalonskee on or about March 31. Materials fee is $30 cash or check to the instructor at the start of class to cover the cost of clay, glaze, and firing. Storm dates may affect this schedule. Limit 10 students.

Monday 5:30—8:00 p.m. | 2 Meetings, March 3 & March 17

Messalonskee High School, Room 127, Rose Crossman, Rosie’s Artistry

Self-Supporting Registration Fee: $30

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