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Maine's Death with Dignity Act
with Valerie Lovelace

There is still a lot of misunderstanding and misinformation about Maine's compassionate end-of-life care option. Many providers and patients in Maine are not familiar with Maine's Death with Dignity Act. Since September 2019, the law permits physicians to practice medical aid-in-dying under specific circumstances. Learn the facts and, if qualified, the right to access medical aid in dying if they choose. Join this class to get fact-based information and the details you need to know about Maine's law, how to have the conversation with your physician, how to qualify for the law and support your loved one who may be qualify.
The day before the Zoom meeting an email will be sent out to all who register with the Zoom meeting ID and passcode.
Basket Weaving: May Baskets
with Sue Campbell

We will focus on crafting three vibrant, small May baskets. Guided by your instructor, participants will learn a traditional weaving technique using an array of colorful natural reeds to create square-to-round baskets with handles. Use your creativity to perfect these charming, one-of-a-kind celebratory May baskets...still a tradition in Downeast Maine. No experience necessary.
When you register, you will receive an email confirmation with a YouTube link to view a video. Please watch this prior to attending class!
Grow Your Own Organic Garden
with MOFGA

We'll cover all the basics of organic gardening such as supporting soil and plant health, starting seeds indoors and outdoors, interplanting, pest management, watering, and harvesting. Participants will have plenty of time to ask questions and connect with one another about shared experiences in their gardening journeys so far. By the end of this class, you should feel equipped with knowledge and connected to resources and community members that will help them grow an organic garden, and feel satisfied with the process of doing so. We’ll even send you home with some seeds to start in your own garden! This class is for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike.
Fly Fishing: An Introduction
with Kevin Tracewski

This course is designed to get you solidly grounded in the fundamentals needed to enjoy fly fishing. Topics covered include tackle selection and assembly, knots, fly casting, fish foods, artificial flies, fly fishing strategies, entomology, and wading safety. After completing this course, you should have all the understanding and skills necessary to catch fish with a fly rod on your own.
This course will be taught in Orono by Kevin Tracewski, a registered Maine Guide and author of the best selling book, A Fisherman's Guide to Maine.
Reiki, Level One (Certification into Gendai Reiki Ho)
with Gianna Settin

Please call the Adult Education office to register for this class. 422-4794
Reiki is a Japanese Vibrational Energy Healing Method bringing physical, mental and emotional, and spiritual harmony by balancing Chi. Gendai Reiki Ho is a school of Reiki rarely taught outside of Japan. Through the Empowerment given by a Shihan (GRH Master Teacher), practicing Reiki meditation and breathing, and giving and receiving a hands on Reiki session, you will learn to sense, perceive and utilize its energy using specific hands on methods to: Reduce stress and pain, speed healing, enhance intuition, improve relationships, help friends and family, stimulate creativity, assist with work and career, and manifest goals. It is valuable in addressing emergencies and acute conditions, as well as underlying emotional and spiritual crises, and is frequently taught to medical staff for use in hospitals.
As a retired PhD psychologist and Reiki Master Teacher for almost 25 years, I can attest to its value in working with mood and other medical imbalances, trauma and addiction. Its compassionate and joyful energy is calming, clarifying and grounding. Reiki benefits all living beings and situations — plants and animals love it (you may even get to meet Barnaby the Reiki Dog). And most of all, it’s a beautiful way to love yourself! - Gianna
Original 30 page manual included.
Basket Weaving: Picnic Basket
with Gin Randolph

This handcrafted 10x14x22 picnic basket features a classic design with a single sturdy handle for easy transport. The woven natural reed basket provides ample space for packing your picnic essentials and is perfect for outdoor outings, family gatherings, or as a charming storage solution. You can also add some colored reed to distinguish your basket.
Mindful, Visible Mending: Where Creativity Meets Sustainability!
with Kathy Button

Learn techniques to repair and transform worn items into unique, functional pieces. Using colorful threads, patches, and embroidery, we'll explore the art of visible mending, fostering a mindful approach to reusing and recycling fabric. This hands-on experience encourages patience, self-expression, and environmental awareness. Whether you're a beginner or skilled crafter, bring your favorite items in need of repair and discover how mending can bring new life to your wardrobe while promoting a conscious, eco-friendly lifestyle.
Acadian Arts Asian Fusion Cooking Retreat - Prospect Harbor
with Chris Toy

Your instructor, Chris Toy, is the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and hastaught Asian-fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. Cooking students will learn how to prepare a variety of recipes from Asia, Europe, and the Americas incorporating traditional and local ingredients. Each meal will actively engage cooks with the tools, techniques, and stories behind the dishes being created.
Escape to a Victorian Inn, the Harbor View House in Prospect Harbor on the coast of Maine, with an intimate group of artist, cooks and creatives! All meals are included in the workshop fee plus special activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops, including a private house concert by Grammy balloted sing-songwriter, storyteller, and author Gordan Ward.
For more information about the workshop, call Mary at 207-632-2251. To book your stay at the inn call 207-963-9122 or visit https://harborviewhousellc.com/.
There is a $60 non-refundable fee when you register through RSU 24 Adult Educatio.