Local logging sports athlete/promoter "Timber" Tina Scheer (Great Maine Lumberjack Show) and arborist Michelle Braley will teach you everything from starting the saw, operating it safely, fixing simple problems, filing a chain, cutting a small tree and de-limbing it, cutting your own firewood and doing it for yourself with confidence! Then it's into the woods to practice cutting safely with guidance from your instructors. This is a hands-on class. Expect a FUN atmosphere with expert knowledge! Students may bring their own chainsaw and safety equipment if they have them. Otherwise, equipment will be provided. Please bring a bag lunch and drink to class.

If you enjoy crafting and DIY projects, you’ll like this “make and take” class from Chalk Couture. Students will select from a variety of “surfaces” (double-sided boards, framed chalk board, etc.), and your instructor will demonstrate and then guide you on how to apply reusable silk screen transfers and the specially formulated, water-soluble chalk paste. Over 40 transfers and 30+ colors of chalk paste to choose from. Have fun while creating beautiful home décor pieces for yourself or as a gift.

Join Nina Emlen, owner of Emlen Family Doula, and discover what to expect at the end of your pregnancy, during labor, and the first few weeks postpartum. You will learn what is happening emotionally and physiologically as you labor, what your options are during and after birth, and how you can prepare for the birth experience you want. This will be a fun, interactive class where you will meet other families who are preparing to welcome a baby into their life!

Please note that the registration fee of $69.00 covers two adults. Please register yourself online and either call us at 207-422-4794 or email us at adultedinfo@rsu24.org to provide us with registration information for the additional person, if an additional person is attending. Thank you!

One of the most important computer classes you can take. Learn tips and strategies to keep you and your family safe online. Computers will be available for this training, you will not need to bring a laptop or purchase software to attend. You can feel free to bring your own computer if you would like.

This class is offered without charge thanks to the Maine Digital Inclusion Initiative and AmeriCorps.

This introductory course is for people who are comfortable with some technology but are curious about getting started with Facebook, Twitter, and other social media tools.

Computers will be available. You don’t need to bring a laptop or purchase software to attend. If you would like to bring your own laptop, please feel free to do so.

This class is offered without charge thanks to the Maine Digital Inclusion Initiative and AmeriCorps.

Ready to start diving into your family history but not sure how to start? Trudy Martin has been doing genealogy for twenty years, and she'll share her researching tips. You?ll look for records online, study a census, and begin your pedigree chart. You can bring your own computer for research or use one of ours. (It's not mandatory for you to research online.) It's a great hobby and it's addicting!

(Class originally scheduled for Apr. 3 has been rescheduled for Apr. 8.) Interested in learning how to grow your own vegetables in a sustainable manner? This is an introduction to the basics of organic gardening, presented by the Maine Organic Farmers & Gardeners Association (MOFGA). We'll talk about the basics of soil science and how to enrich your soil to produce healthy, high-yielding plants. Learn the fundamentals of making and using compost, the principles of crop rotation and how to incorporate green manures to manage nutrients in the garden. Other topics include: how to tell the difference between cultivated plants and weeds, basic weed control strategies and cultural methods for dealing with pests. The instructor is an experienced farmer or gardener from our area. All are welcome, from first-timers to experienced gardeners who want to experiment with new techniques.

Just in time for Mother's Day! Create two silk scarves using the unique process of resist. We?ll use PVC pipes and string to create the design on each scarf. Many colors will be available to enhance your designs and you will also be given the opportunity to paint directly on the silk scarves. The science of art and the creativity of the individual unite in this workshop to produce a finished product that can be worn with pride or given as a gift.