An easy to understand and non-technical class on the open AI program, Chat GPT. This course includes the many ways it can help you, such as saving time, and offering varied ways to word your thoughts, thus improving your communications and productivity. You will learn some of the many uses of Chat GPT, how to create your own account, and how to manipulate prompts to get targeted and productive results. Through this online, one-hour class, you will realize the many benefits of Chat GPT for your own varied uses- both at work and in your personal life. Simply sit back and follow the class for personal enrichment and professional development. Working professionals can apply this towards their professional development credit.

Do you have a skill or knowledge others might enjoy learning from you? Now is a great time to learn to share your passion with the community. Adult Education is a terrific venue for teaching your craft or sharing your knowledge, earning supplemental income as a side gig or in retirement. Don't know where to start? Learn the ins and outs of teaching with Adult Education. Tia will help you design a course or workshop specific to your hobby or profession. Topics will include course titles, course descriptions, lesson plans, engaging your audience, price points, and whether your course should be a one-off or sequence. You may find yourself proposing a course with Lake Region and Fryeburg Area Adult Education for the next or a future semester!

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.

Welcome to the fun and creative world of beginner earring making! In this class, you will learn the basics of creating your own unique earrings from scratch. No prior experience is necessary - just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to try something new! You'll be introduced to various earring making tools, techniques, and materials while learning how to design and assemble your very own dangles. By the end of class, you will have a collection of handmade earrings to show off or gift to friends and family. Unleash your inner jewelry designer and add a personal touch to your accessories! You'll pick from a variety of beads, allowing for complete customization. You'll leave with a tools and materials list including where to buy, and of course, your earrings! What to expect: Each participant will create 2-3 pairs of dangles. All materials and supplies will be provided: supplies & materials fee: $20 to be paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class.

Learn the simplicity of basic watercolor skills and the craft of making your own greeting cards. In this class, we will paint beautiful spring scenes. You will take home a set of 4-6 cards - ready for framing or giving. All paint and card-making supplies included.

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.

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.

Painting with alcohol inks is a magical process using isopropyl alcohol (yes, the same alcohol you already have in your medicine cabinet). Alcohol inks are a fluid medium that are hard to control and that is the best part! Once you have learned how to manipulate the inks and the right approach to this medium, you should find it an extremely fun and addictive style of painting! Students should bring their open mind and an adventurous spirit to this class as we explore this fluid medium and techniques. Lab fee: $10 to be paid directly to the instructor at the start of class.