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FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER, SESSION 1
with Megan and Erl Brown
Tired of paying rent? Wondering how you can buy a home and start building equity instead of paying someone else's mortgage? Come learn all about the home buying process from industry experts! This is a chance to have all your questions answered. Best of all, participants can earn a closing cost credit by attending this class! Join us and learn how you can take the next step towards home ownership! Pre-registration is not required but is very helpful due to available space.
Megan and Erl Brown, Realtor Team
Maine Real Estate Experts
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COMPUTER LITERACY FOR ADULTS & SENIORS, Session 1
with Renee Payeur
It’s not just a matter of teaching old, young, or other “dogs” new tricks. You can do it! Technology is more user-friendly than you may realize. Learn the basics of informational and transferable skills focusing on what you want to do and how to simplify life using your computer, laptop, or tablet as well as the Internet and Gmail. Bring your laptop or tablet. If you need one to use, just let us know. Please pre-register as space is limited.
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HOME COMPOSTING
with Brigit McCallum
Tried composting and it didn’t seem to work? Are you afraid of inviting pests if you try? There are some important ingredients to composting that make the difference in developing the “black gold” that can both transform your waste and nourish your gardens. We’ll cover types of composting and containers, components of successful composting in rural and urban settings, and common problems in composting and their solutions. Please pre-register as we need a minimum of 4 people to run this class.
About Brigit: An avid gardener, researcher and teacher, Brigit loves teaching classes where everyone learns new things, and where she goes home having learned more herself, for her own gardens, and for teaching future classes.
HOW TO USE A SMART PHONE: NO YOU’RE NOT A DUMMY
with Megan Brown
Afraid to ask someone how to use your phone? Don’t be! The truth is most of us find out as we go. Different phones often have the same things in different places. Let’s join forces and figure this out together! Please pre-register as space is limited.
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UKULELE FOR BEGINNERS, SESSION 2
with Duncan Perry
This is your chance to learn to play this amazingly versatile instrument. You’ll need an ukulele, some curiosity, a love of music, and time to practice. Join our stress-free program for plenty of fun and learning. You won’t want to stop once you have mastered the fundamentals. The nicest part is that you don’t have to read music! Sign up, tune up, and show up to start your musical adventure now! Buying a ukulele? Duncan can provide you with brand, price, style and size recommendations as well as local stores where you can purchase an excellent beginner’s ukulele. Contact us and we’ll have him reach out to you! Required: Five days before the commencement of the program, important documents will be sent to the email address you provided at registration. Before attending the first session, please read this email carefully. Pre-registration is required for access to online link.
Duncan Perry is a popular ukulele performer and teacher. He believes studying an instrument makes the brain sharper, helps reduce stress and brings joy to the uke players and audiences. He has taught the powerful ukulele to almost 700 individuals!
ITALIAN NIGHT OUT: STUFFED SHELLS
with Ron Armentino
Join our talented local chef, Ron Armentino, in preparing another complete, delicious Italian dinner! Everyone raves over his delicious meals. They seem so simple, but they taste so good. Join as we all work together to prepare a feast! Course fee includes registration, supplies, and dinner. Please pre-register as a minimum of 5 people is required to run the course.
MAINE WEATHER CLIMATE CHANGE -LIVE ONLINE
with Amalia Siegel
The Maine Climate Council, formed in 2019, is a group of scientists, industry leaders, bipartisan local and state officials and engaged citizens. They are working to develop a four-year plan to address the impacts of climate change on Maine, build resilience to climate effects and meet state statutory targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Join us to learn about the council’s climate action plan, how individuals can take action on climate change and how climate change is impacting our state. Pre-registration is required to receive online link.
Molly Siegel, BA, Dartmouth College, is the Climate Council Coordinator with the ME Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future and brings experience in community development, stakeholder engagement, and project management to the team. Prior to joining GOPIF, she was the Program Manager for Electric Vehicle Initiatives at Efficiency Maine, where she played a key role in developing the state’s first Plan for EV Infrastructure Deployment.
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SOLAR 101
with Chris Jones
Interested in learning more about solar energy for your home? Join ReVision Energy for an overview of all things solar! We'll discuss how grid-tied solar and net metering works and the all-electric household models (including heat pumps, EV charging, and battery storage) and explain how we design and price systems. The cost of solar panels has dropped 75% in the past 10 years, and there's a 30% Federal Tax Credit for solar, so now is the time to explore solar energy for your home. Light refreshments will be provided. Please pre-register if possible for the purpose of providing materials.
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