Join FAME's College Savings Counselor, Maire Pelletier, in exploring Girls that Invest by Simran Kaur. This course is a great introduction to investing. All experience levels are welcome! (For general education purposes only, and should not be used as legal, tax, or financial advice.). Book synopsis: Your step-by-step guide to financial independence - from the creator of the #1 investing education podcast, Girls That Invest. Ever wondered how on Earth the stock market works, but felt too intimidated to ask "those" questions? This is the book for you! In this guide to investing in stocks (aka shares), Simran Kaur teaches the essential principles you can apply to any market, anywhere in the world. Because money provides the freedom to say yes or no, the freedom to handle whatever life throws at you, and the freedom to grow and prosper. This book is your invitation to join the thriving community of women who are building a better financial future. Investing is for everyone. Pick up Girls That Invest, become an investor-in-training, and claim a space for yourself in the world of finance - so you too can find financial independence and create generational wealth. Students will need to purchase their own copy of the book to participate. This class meets every other Tuesday on the following dates: 2/4/2025, 2/18/2025, 3/4/2025, 3/18/2025, and 4/1/2025 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.

The phlebotomist is a vital member of the clinical laboratory team who obtains patient blood specimens by venipuncture and micro collection for testing purposes. Phlebotomists are employed across the health care system. Classroom and clinical experience include medical terminology, blood collection, procedures, specimen hands-on practice, and training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. Class includes the National Healthcareer Association’s Certified Phlebotomist Technician (CPT) exam. Clinical experience for this class is held at Bridgton Hospital in Bridgton, Maine. Learners are required to pre-register through attendance at an in-person information session. Learners provide documentation of a recent medical physical examination conducted and signed by a physician, and the following vaccinations: COVID 19, Seasonal Flu, Hepatitis B, MMR, Tetanus, Varicella, and TB, before starting clinicals. Class size is limited.

So, you’re on a budget, managing a bank account, and wondering about the next steps in your financial journey. In Adulting 102, we will look at the differences between saving and investing, and if you are ready to invest, how to get started. Other topics will include protecting your assets (insurance), advanced budgeting, and understanding the role economics plays in our financial life. Join Steve Kautz, Financial Education Programs Specialist from the Finance Authority of Maine for this 1-hour virtual workshop as you take the next steps into adulting.

Notaries public perform important public services, serving as trusted officials to affirm signatures on legal documents. In Maine, they may also officiate weddings! If you might want to become a notary, this course will prepare you for the licensure examination.

This class is great for beginners and craft lovers! In this class, you will learn how to paint beautiful dot mandalas on rocks and canvases (your choice!). We will use acrylic paint and dotting tools. Supplies fee: $15 to be paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class.

Have you ever wanted to learn guitar? This class is for students just starting out. You will learn the basics about music and guitar. You will be instructed on chords, songs, light improvs and melodies, and gain the basic skills and confidence to become a beginner guitar player! Ask a friend to sign up with you and learn and practice together! Bring an acoustic guitar or let us know if you need to borrow one.

Ballroom Basics is a six-week session covering two ballroom dances, Fox Trot and East Coast Swing. The goal is to feel comfortable dancing through a full song - and have fun! Perfect for beginners and returning dancers - strong basics are for everyone. You will receive in-class instruction, handouts, and a weekly follow-up email. No partner or dance experience is necessary, just bring your willingness to learn!

Have you started to learn chords and songs, and are you looking for more formal instruction or the next step in your guitar playing? This class will build your confidence and take you to the next level. Jeffrey will teach you about music and songs, and different styles of music, and help you advance your guitar playing ability.