Tomorrow, February 13, 2025 is a snow day. Our office will be open by appointment only on Friday, February 14. Next week we will be on vacation. Please be safe and stay warm (check local listings for warming shelters)
with Jock Robie, Mainely Worm Bins
Next session: March 20th, 2025
Please choose the correct night from your Beginners Class.
November 7th, 2024 class: Please select March 20th.
March 25th, 2025 class: Please select May 22nd.
A reconvened evening for the second session from the Beginners class. The worm bin is harvested and set up for another 3 to 4 month "harvest cycle".
with Elizabeth Miller
Next session: March 22nd, 2025
Would you like to learn the art of North American rug hooking in an easy going, relaxed environment that encourages modern interpretations? You will make one of your choice from the instructor’s 6" x 6" patterns. The Adult Ed secretary will be in touch by email prior to class to note your pattern preference which are available on our website. The titles of the artwork are Maine Mountains, Hippie Bus, Peace on Earth, and Shaker Heart. The session will include an introduction to hooking including some history of the craft, an overview of styles, how to choose hooking wools and other materials, tools, a few rules, tips and tricks, and getting started on the projects. Finishing instructions will also be demonstrated! Materials Fee $85 cash or check at the beginning of class and includes: hook, 12" hoop, 6" x 6" pattern hand drawn on high quality rug warp, all wool needed to complete the pattern, printed instructions, ongoing access to the instructor for questions after class. Please bring a bag lunch, as we will break about noon for a short indoor picnic. Storm make up will March 29; please reserve this date on your calendar when you register--just in case we have a spring snowstorm. Limit 10 students.
with Shirley Anderson
Next session: March 25th, 2025
Wolf Paint Night Get ready to unleash your creativity as you bring a magnificent wolf scene to life on canvas, guided step-by-step by Shirley's expert instruction. Discover the joy of painting while gaining a deeper appreciation for these majestic creatures. Join us for an unforgettable evening of artistry, inspiration, and connection with nature at the Wolf Paint Night. Beginners welcome and encouraged.
with Maine Bureau of Highway Safety
Next session: March 25th to 27th, 2025
This five-hour program covers crash prevention for drivers of all ages and is cosponsored by the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety. Those completing the course will receive a three-point reduction on their driver’s license. It is a 5 hour class split into two sections of 2.5 hours on Tuesday + Thursday. Participants must attend both classes to earn the certificate of completion and point reduction.
with Jock Robie, Mainely Worm Bins
Next session: March 25th, 2025
This class teaches you how to use worm composting to recycle your kitchen scraps into worm castings and sets you up with a worm bin with worms to take home. It also teaches you: The benefits of worm castings as soil amendment and how to use them; What to consider before you start; How to maintain a worm bin so the worms thrive; How to avoid (and correct if necessary) the common problems Each household (limit of 5 households but not limit on attendees from the household) goes home with their own worm bin with worms to maintain for 3 to 4 months. The class is reconvened for the second session in 3 to 4 months (5/22/25). The worm bin is harvested and set up for another 3 to 4 month "harvest cycle".
with Rob Smith
Next session: March 25th, 2025
A properly planned estate strategy gives you control over how to provide for who or what you value most, both in a financial and personal sense, when you are no longer able to do it for yourself. A Zoom option is available please email janderson@rsu18.org after you have registered. Storm makeup will be April 1. Limit 15 students.
MMRACE is one of Maine’s 60+ Adult Education centers. Located in Northern Kennebec County in the City of Waterville, MMRACE serves over 1,200 learners (inclusive of our Community Education Program) every year.
adulted@aos92.org
MMRACE Waterville Campus Academics and Enrichment
Phone: (207) 873-5754
Fax: (207) 873-7052
Office Hours: Mon 12:00-4:00pm, Tue-Thu, 8:00am-4:00pm Fri by appointment
Evening Hours: Mon-Thu, 5:00-8:30pm
01 Brooklyn Ave. Waterville, ME 04901
MMRACE Messalonskee Office Enrichment Only
Phone: (207) 465-9134
Fax: (207) 465-9151
Evening Hours: Mon-Thu, 5:00-9:00pm
131 Messalonskee High Dr. Oakland, ME 04963
Learner Advising Hours
By appointment: Mon-Wed, 12:00pm-4:00pm.
Additional hours may be available. Contact our Waterville campus for all Academic Program information.
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