This informative workshop will provide attendees with all the information they need to enter National Service through the AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps is the program whereby citizens can Make a Difference in their community by enrolling to lend their energy and ability to advance a well thought out project and program. AmeriCorps members receive a stipend, fully paid health benefit (full time) and an education award that can be applied to any post-secondary school tuition/fees. Member terms are full or part time and there are many opportunities available, including the Augusta area. Hear more about how you can enlist to provide National Service through AmeriCorps in your own community by attending this lively in-person seminar. There is no charge to attend a workshop and participants are under no obligation to join.

Everyone can do some yoga, and, with very little instruction, you can begin to practice your focus on breath and holding postures. Yoga can be helpful with managing pain, improves your posture, tightens and tones your body, increases circulation, strengthens the back muscles, and helps with anxiety. Students should bring a yoga mat and a towel or light blanket. Wear loose clothing suitable for exercise. This class is for the beginner to experienced yoga student.

Jane is a seasoned quilter who will teach you how to make quilt squares for beautiful pot holders, towels bags and full size quilts. This is a special weekly morning class! Bring your fabric and a sewing machine.

If you've always wanted to learn watercolor painting in a relaxed, no-critique environment, this is the perfect class! Throughout four sessions you will learn some foundational skills and a variety of techniques, painting a simple landscape, birds and a floral. A suggested materials list will be available at the first class. Please bring whatever materials you have. Lab fee: $10 for supplies to be paid directly to the instructor at first class.

There are many different facets to the student loan program that can be powerful in helping you achieve your financial goals but also can be confusing. If you are struggling with your payments, did you know there are several income-based repayment plans as well as deferment or forbearance? Did you know you could get .25% off your interest rate if you sign up for auto-debit on your federal loans? Do you know you can work towards loan forgiveness now if you work for a non-profit, government or tribal agency? Whether you have recently graduated from college or have been repaying your students loans for a long time, join us to learn how to best manage your student loan repayment. Join Nikki Vachon, College Access Counselor from the Finance Authority of Maine as she shares pro-tips and answers questions.

Do you have skills 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!

Join Tia for an hour or so on an easy-rated hike along several trails within Sebago Lake State Park. We'll explore trailside through the forest, around an active beaver pond and visit the Songo river, sharing sightings, stories and questions. Meet at the "Sebago Lake State Park Campground" entrance parking lot on State Camping Road just off of State Park Road. Rain or shine. Wear hiking shoes and as desired bring a water bottle, cameras, binoculars, field guides, a hat, and rain gear.

Join Jenn from Candlewood for a fun and creative evening making two crafts! We will use dried flowers and nature debris to create stunning, decorative pieces that add a touch of nature to your home and make the perfect gift. You will learn to craft beautiful, aromatic candles using delicately dried flowers, soothing scents, and natural ingredients to make unique and charming dough bowls. You will also learn the art of Decoupage, transforming a simple glass jar into a stunningly adorned and scented lantern. Students will take home both beautiful and functional pieces. Supplies fee: $10 to be paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class.