So, you're on a budget, managing a bank account, and wondering about the next steps in your financial journey.  In Adulting 102, we will look at the differences between saving and investing, and if you are ready to invest, how to get started.  Other topics will include protecting your assets (insurance), advanced budgeting, and understanding the role economics plays in our financial life.  Join Steve Kautz, Financial Education Programs Specialist from the Finance Authority of Maine for this 1-hour virtual workshop as you take the next steps into adulting.  FREE, but you must register to get the ZOOM link.

The class that started the dance-fitness revolution and changed the way we look at a “workout” forever. It’s fun, effective and best of all? Made for everyone! It is a dance fitness cardio class with roots in latin rhythms. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes, bring water and a towel. Erin has been teaching Zumba since 2014, with hundreds of students across Maine and beyond! You can learn more about her and her classes at: https://www.zumba.com/en-US/ profile/erin-hamlin/1091680. 6-week session.  REGISTER EARLY TO ENSURE THE CLASS WILL RUN!                                                 

(Photo Credit:  Jeff Kloft)

The time to plan is now! Should you have a Power of Attorney? What should you consider when drafting a will, making gifts, or transferring assets? Sometimes our actions can have unintended consequences. Laws, regulations, and healthcare issues surrounding the elderly are complicated. Come learn the facts and what to consider as you plan for the future. Jim is an attorney from the Elder Law Offices of Kienitz & Pross, PA.

WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISPRINT IN OUR BROCHURE OF $10 FOR THIS CLASS, IT IS $20

We Learn to knit a project! Yourchoice! Bring the required knitting needles, yarn and a pattern. Keep it simple: hats, mittens, socks, etc.  Students should know how to knit and purl for this class.  3 weeks, Registration:  $20.

Make an adventure of it with Acadian Arts Retreats, dedicated to Watercolor Painting or Asian Fusion Cooking! Mary Laury and Chris Toy will be certain to enrich your life over the course of a wonderful get-away. Meals are included in the workshop fee, as well as specially planned evening activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops. Day students are welcome. The fee of $595 covers workshops & meals. Lodging is available; details regarding accommodations are noted on our website:  www.mechanicfalls.maineadulted.org. Search “Acadian Arts.”

Acadian Arts Asian Fusion Cooking or Watercolor Retreats Chris Toy & Mary Laury

Chris Toy is the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and has taught Asian-fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. 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.

Mary Laury is an accomplished watercolorist and highly esteemed teacher. She encourages all her students to believe they can be successful. Painting is an exciting medium; it flows and moves and does beautiful things. Beginners to advanced welcome! We all learn together! Our focus for this retreat will be florals! See website for all the details.

Harbor View House, Prospect Harbor Retreat Escape to a Victorian Inn on the coast of Maine, with an intimate group of artists, cooks and creatives! To book your stay at the inn call 207-963-9122 or visit

https:// harborviewhousellc.com/  Friday, 4/11 - Monday, 4/14; $595

The CPR class includes adult, child and infant CPR and AED use, adult, child and infant choking, and how and when to call emergency services.  The course cost includes use of manikins, video, certified instructor, practical components and a certificate of completion.  Video portion has been shortened and the practical time has been increased to ensure enough time to gain skill confidence.  This class is taught to the standards established by the American Heart Association.  Workbook not included but can be purchased for $10 at the time of class.  

Photo:  American Heart Association

Hands-on instruction from a pro - Chris Toy will be in the house providing expert hands on instruction and lots of fun! Learn how to season, care for, and use a Chinese wok and cleaver. You'll take home a specially selected kit with a seasoned wok appropriate for all heating sources, long handled wok spatula, sharpened professional restaurant grade cleaver, honing steel, edge guard, large cutting board , and one of Chris' popular cookbooks. (kit valued at over $200). Of course, to learn all these steps, there must be food involved! Bring a container for left-overs!

Watercolor is a great medium for creating artwork from life. Inthis course we will create watercolor drawings of still life objects.Topics discussed will include colors and how to mix them,brushes, basic techniques including wash and dry brush, process,and art supplies. A suggested supply list will be provided.  4 weeks, Registration:  $85