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Putting the Literacy in Financial Literacy: Book Club with FAME

with FAME Specialist, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)

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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.

Quilting for Fun!

with Jane F Leonard

Apr

Next session: April 30th to June 4th, 2025

$25 More Info

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.

Spring into College Savings: The Alfond Grant and Maine’s College Savings Program

with FAME Specialist, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)

Apr

Next session: April 2nd, 2025

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Joining us - College Savings Superstar Alfond Foundation member, Caroline Palmatier. Maine families have access to two valuable programs to assist with saving and paying for education after high school: the $500 Alfond Grant and Maine's College Savings program. While these initiatives offer great benefits, understanding each of their features can sometimes be challenging. Whether you're a parent, guardian, or student, this session will provide you with information to make the most of these valuable resources. Join us to improve your understanding and take steps towards a successful educational future!

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Introduction to Paper Quilling

with Kim Crawford

Apr

Next session: April 10th, 2025

$23 More Info

Students will join Kim on a learning adventure in the art of quilling paper - rolling, shaping and glueing strips of paper to make art forms. Basic techniques will be covered, and students may create various items including cards and ornaments. Come with an open mind and a clothing top that you do not mind getting glue on! Supplies fee: $15 to be paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class.

Introduction to Spanish I

with Meredith G. Morehouse

$30 More Info

Whether it's for travel, work, Spanish-speaking friends/family, the music, or just a new challenge, there are many reasons to start learning Spanish. What's yours? In this fun, interactive class, you’ll learn basic Spanish, understand the eight ways it differs from English, and start reading, writing, listening, and speaking on Day #1. Subject matter will be tailored to your interests and goals. Having a dinnertime class on “Taco Tuesdays” means you’re encouraged to bring one! Class meets for 4 weeks, April 1, 8, 15, and 29, with April 22 off for spring break. Bring your pen & paper or digital note-taking materials.

Maine Driving Dynamics (MDD)

with MDD Instructor

Apr

Next session: April 16th to 17th, 2025

$70 More Info

This is a two-session class, you must be present at both sessions in order to earn the credit. The Maine Driving Dynamics course is a driver improvement course that is aimed to improve a student’s defensive driving awareness and abilities. This five-hour course runs over two evenings and includes discussion of collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challenge drivers on Maine’s highways. Our goal is to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce vehicle-related crashes. The course may be taken for point reduction only once every 365 days. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a three-point credit on their driving record.