Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education
Maine Adult Education Program
with Kathleen Gerdes
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.
with Katelyn Perry
Next session: May 17th, 2025
Join the Registered Maine Guides at Sebago Trails Paddling for an on-the-water adventure! This two hour course will begin with a safety briefing and lesson covering the fundamentals of recreational kayaking. Using the EZ launching system at Sebago Trails Paddling, the tour will explore the water-carved bends and twists of a meandering stream unveiling local wildlife in a rustic backdrop. Then continue onto Jordan Bay of Sebago Lake as the guides share stories dating back to the settlements of the Sebago Lake region. Suitable for all skill levels. Come for the beautiful lake views and leave with your new favorite hobby! Meet at Sebago Trails Paddling Co.,1311 Roosevelt Trail in Raymond. Kayak, Paddle & Lifejacket provided. Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and binoculars/camera in a ziplock or waterproof bag.
with Tia Simon
Next session: May 14th, 2025
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.
with FAME Specialist, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)
Next session: April 2nd, 2025
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!
with FAME Specialist, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)
Next session: May 7th, 2025
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.
with BoomerTECH Adventures, with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee
This course by BoomerTECH Adventures guide, Jill Spencer, shows you how to take beautiful photos of flowers, plants, and wildlife. Four easy-to-follow videos demonstrate and give examples of each of the topics including: Using focus, exposure and HDR features to capture the beauty of your surroundings; ways to avoid blurry images; tips for composing your images; and editing options that turn so-so images into stunning ones. In addition to the instructional videos, we have several articles with useful information to build your repertoire of photographic strategies. This course is made for you if you want to learn to use your camera or significantly upgrade your skills and abilities. This course package contains all the materials you need: Tips for Getting Started, summaries of each of the instructional videos, and a list of all course resources (videos and printed articles). All resources are accessible from the course booklet. Students will need a strong internet connection and a Mac computer, iPad, or iPhone to access videos and articles.
