Bridge for Beginners

Instructor: Sally Morrison. This class is your chance to learn a great card game in a no pressure, comfortable atmosphere with other pleasant, like minded people. The instructor’s goal is to increase your confidence with knowledge of the game.

Bridge for Ongoing Learning

Instructor: Sally Morrison. This course if for those that want to learn more about the great game of Bridge. If you took a Bridge course last year, come play some more with the people you had so much fun with last year! No class November 21st.

Computer Basics I (#0602a)

Instructor: Cathy VanDyke. This course provides an introduction to basic computer terminology, computer operating systems, and application of software and hardware. Students will learn the basics of Microsoft Office for Windows products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This course will enable an individual to work independently on a personal computer.

Session 1

Session 2

Computer Basics II (#0602b)

Instructor: Cathy VanDyke. A continuation of Computer Basics I. Students will develop a deeper understanding of computer systems and programs. No class on November 21.

Session 1

Session 2

drawing
for the absolute
beginner

artist: dyan berk
date: saturday
october 20
time: 9:00 to 4:00pm
course fee = 90
materials fee = 10

Join us for this one-day intensive drawing workshops with renowned artist Dyan Berk. Have you ever wanted to learn from a pro? Here is your chance to see like an artist sees. Making marks on paper begins at a very young age. You just do it and you do it with great joy! At age 9 or 10, however, when your drawings ‘don’t look right’ you become discouraged and stop drawing. Based on the premise that everyone can learn to draw, this workshop begins right where you left off. Learning to draw is really a matter of learning to see. Once you begin to experience this new way of ‘seeing’, you will watch as your drawings begin to actually ‘make themselves’. A series of exercises will engage you in the process of direct observation. My job is to encourage you to see in this new way. When we experience drawing as a process of ‘seeing’ and not as an attempt to reproduce some idea of reality our work will reveal our personal vision and style. This workshop is a great introduction to the authentic drawing process. Course fee includes all materials and class will break for a one-hour lunch at noon.

eBay Tips & Tricks

Instructor: Anne Fensie. Whatever IT is, you can get or sell IT on eBay! The focus of this daytime eBay class is on making the most of your money, from getting a good deal to making a good sale - all as safe transactions.

Digital Photos: What Do I Do With Them Now?

Instructor: Anne Fensie. Learn how to download photos and organize them on your computer, name files, and create backups. We will also find out about photo printers and development services for prints and photo products. By the end of this course, students will be able to insert their photos into Microsoft Word documents, share photos online, and order merchandise customized with their photos. Students should bring their digital camera and related materials to class (cables, software, media cards, etc).

HypnoBirthing®

This course, facilitated by certified Hypnotherapist and HypnoBirthing® practitioner Emily Genever, is designed to teach couples who are expecting a child to eliminate fear and tension before, during and after birthing. For detailed information, look for this course on the Creative Economy page.

Internet for Research

Instructor: Anne Fensie. Can you find what you want online in three clicks? Is the information you come across reliable? Learn how to think like a search engine to locate the best sites quickly every time you look. We will also learn the cues to look for when researching online that tell us the quality of a website.

Internet for Shoppers

Instructor: Anne Fensie. Put away the umbrella, boots, and gas card and bring along your credit card as you learn how to shop safely, efficiently, and gratifyingly from the comfort of your own home. By the end of this class students will understand the ins and outs of online shopping, including the benefits and risks.

Internet for Travelers

Instructor: Anne Fensie. Make travel arrangements or research your next trip. Find great travel deals online and learn what to be wary of. Computer users of all levels and experience are encouraged to participate.

Introduction to Computers

Instructor: Anne Fensie. Students will learn the capabilities of Windows and how to navigate in the Windows environment. Instruction will be given on saving, opening, organizing, and finding files, what’s safe to touch on your computer, where to get help, and how to manage multiple tasks. Familiarity with computers is NOT necessary!

Introduction to the Internet

Instructor: Anne Fensie. This course provides basic knowledge on how to use Microsoft Internet Explorer to navigate the World Wide Web and effective search strategies. Students will email a computer file of the class notes to themselves, but bringing a note pad and pencil to take personal notes will prove helpful.

introduction to
jewelry making
with PMC

artist: freedom hamlin
date: saturdays
time: 10am – 3pm
session one: september 29
session two: october 20
fee per session = 35
materials fee = 35

Take a one-day intensive introductory course and learn how to make the jewelry you will want to give as a wonderful gift...or keep for yourself!
You will learn metallurgy and design concepts, create sketches and use real precious metal clay, or PMC. (PMC is composed of silver mixed with an organic binder, which can be molded and shaped however the artist chooses.) You will fire your pieces using a torch and we will discuss and critique our pieces to see where to go from that point. The ideas and decisions can be endless! The final stage is clean up, polishing and, if desired, setting a few stones in the pieces to make them complete.

PMC self-design

artist: freedom hamlin
dates: saturday
november 10
time: 9:00-4:00pm
course fee = 35
materials fee = 35

During this one-day workshop, Freedom will work with you to make pieces you have always dreamed of creating! Prior experience would be helpful for this class, but not necessary. Bring ideas, sketches, and/or a picture of what you would like to create.

Jin Shin Jyutsu

Certified practitioner and instructor Karen Searls is offering creative economy courses in the ancient art of Jin Shin Jyutsu, the ancient art of harmonizing the life energy in the human body. For more information, see the course description in the Creative Economy page.

Keyboarding: Beginners
(#0601 and #0610)

Instructor: Michael Herron. Ready to trade in the “hunt and peck” method of typing for a much faster one? Using a computer-based program, “Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing,” students will memorize the key positions and increase their typing speed.

Literacy Volunteer
Tutor Training

Instructor: Beth Gifford. LVMCM is a non-profit organization that strives to assist the adults in the mid-coast area to improve their reading, writing and related literacy skills. We will be gathering at the Mid-Coast Adult Learning Center in Rockland. The training itself is FREE but we do ask for a donation of $35.00 to help defray the cost of texts and materials. Scholarships are available upon request. Please call us at 594-5154 to register and receive your information packet. You can start making a positive difference in the lives of your friends and neighbors today!

Microsoft Excel I (#0608a)

Instructor: Michael Herron. Learn how to build Excel spreadsheets to better manage your household budget, enhance your vocational skills or help save for that yearly vacation! You will learn how to format cells with text, lines, sums, shading and much more. This is a class for beginners. Basic knowledge of Word is required.

Visit the course website at www.msad5.org/adulteducation/enrichment/excel

Microsoft Excel II (#0608b)

Instructor: Michael Herron. Explore how to build more complex Excel spreadsheets by using advanced formulas; connect multiple pages; and sort, hide, and analyze data. This class is essential for anyone using Excel in the workplace or those looking to find work in an office setting. Using your individual data, we will explore how to make your spreadsheets work for you in order to lighten your workload! Basic knowledge of Excel is required.

Visit the course website at www.msad5.org/adulteducation/enrichment/excel2

Microsoft Word: Desktop Publishing

Instructor: Anne Fensie. This course is for those with some familiarity of the basic features of Microsoft Word. More advanced features of Word will be explored such as tables and borders, graphics, bullets and numbered lists, columns, customizing templates, and page layout. By the end of this course students will be able to use Word to create highly formatted documents such as a resume, newsletter, or flyer.

Microsoft Word: Mass Mailings

Instructor: Anne Fensie. Never address another envelope by hand! In this class students will learn to use the mail merge feature in Microsoft Word to print out envelopes, mailing labels, stickers, labels for organizing, gift tags, and more. Experience with MS Word is helpful but not necessary.

Photo Editing with the Gimp

Instructor: Anne Fensie. This is an open source free version of Adobe Photoshop. We will use this software to learn how to improve old photos, enhance new photos, and also express your personal creativity. Minimal instruction on scanning, printing and digital photography.

Physical Therapy
Treatment for
Osteoporosis

Instructor: Richard Baldwin, P.T. Weight-bearing exercises and maintaining good postural alignment are very important in osteoporosis treatment. A proper exercise program will strengthen your musculoskeletal system and keep you in better body alignment, reducing the likelihood of spinal fractures. Learn proper exercise and prevention techniques.

PowerPoint for Beginners

Instructor: Anne Fensie. For people with little or no experience with Microsoft PowerPoint. By the end of this course students will be able to prepare and organize information in presentation format, create a presentation, insert slides and graphics, animate slide elements and run a presentation.

quilting ~
christmas
stockings

consultant: deb rogers
date: sunday, september 30
time: 11:30am - 2:30pm
fee = 15 (not including materials)
sewing machine rental = 10

Learn how to make a unique and beautiful Christmas stocking during this one-day workshop, which will be held at the Quilt Divas store in Rockland. Apply your newfound skill to make stockings for the whole family. By suggestion of the instructor, if you have previous quilting experience, quilt the fabric before class.

Senior Walking Program

Come try out the Senior Walking Program held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 6-7am for FREE at Rockland District Middle School, Gym Entrance!

Tennis For Beginners

Instructor: Deb Merchant. This course is for players with little or no tennis experience. You’ll learn basic technique and stroke production and soon be on your way toward understanding court positioning and playing short rallies. Deb Merchant is an accomplished player and teacher of the sport. Open to all ages (high school and older) and abilities. All you’ll need is a racket and a desire to have fun.

watercolor
for the absolute
beginner

artist: dyan berk
date: saturday
october 27
time: 9:00 to 4:00pm
course fee = 90
materials fee = 20

You do not need to have any prior experience for this class, just the desire to learn how to paint with using unmistakably beautiful watercolor. If you have always wanted to paint with watercolors, then starting at the very beginning of the painting process with Monhegan’s accomplished watercolor artist, Dyan Berk. This one-day workshop will cover: an introduction to materials including paper, paint and brushes; making marks with your brushes and learning how to make washes (application of paints); mixing colors to achieve your desired effect; learning to see values/doing value studies; composing a painting and much, much more! As a class, we will use the natural world as well as still life as our subjects. This is a fun and intensive workshop for all those wanting to start to learn the wonderful process of painting. Course fee includes all materials and class will break for a one-hour lunch at noon.

Web Design Certification Program

Instructor: Anne Fensie. This program will teach you how to promote and market your business or organization by learning web site development. Students will work with a client to design and produce a functional web site that addresses the needs of their client utilizing the following topics covered in this course: Internet technologies, Microsoft FrontPage, color & font; organization & navigation schemes; graphics; universal design; search engines; site promotion; e-commerce. This course is ideal for small businesses that want a presence on the web or people who want an introduction to the web design profession. Previous experience using Microsoft Word is recommended.

Visit the course web site at http://webdesign.fensie.com

Writing to Publish

Instructor: Wanda Curtis. The purpose of this course is to prepare the student to publish articles in newspapers, magazines, or other publications. The student will receive instruction in how to generate ideas for articles, how to do research for an article, how to prepare a manuscript, how to copyright a manuscript, and how to market their work. The main focus will be on nonfiction articles. However, other types of writing such as poetry will also be addressed. There will also be some instruction regarding book publishing.