Airbnb: How to Open and Run One Well
If you have entertained the idea of opening up your guest bedroom or summer camp for short term rental, this is a class not to miss. The instructor, herself an Airbnb owner since 2017, has interviewed many other Airbnb or VRBO owners and put together a packet of good information, tips, and actual stories of events in the life of a short-term landlord. The course will address issues dealing with ordinances, insurance, expectations, fees, safety, guests, communication, neighbors, and more. Live via Zoom, Thursday October 17, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Course fee $39.
An exciting new interdisciplinary field! This introductory class is designed for a wide audience––from the person needing a shift in perspective on the climate crisis to the working professional wanting to stay up to date on the cutting-edge research coming out of Environmental/Ecological Psychology. Thursdays for five weeks, starting October 3 to 31, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Course fee $30.
Bird Adaptions and Behaviors: Salt, Brackish, and Freshwater Marsh
Discover the fascinating physiological and behavioral adaptations birds use to survive the unique habitats of Maine and elsewhere. Maine Guide and expert birder Gary Roberts will discuss traits specific to birds of the salt, brackish, and freshwater marshes. Monday, October 21, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, plus a field trip, 8 AM – 10 AM, Saturday, October 26 to Weskeag Marsh in South Thomaston. Course fee $29.
Growing Garlic Learn how to plant it in the fall for a successful harvest next summer. One night, Monday October 7, 5:50 PM to 8:30 PM. Course fee $35.
Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms of New England
Whether you are a cook, forager, herbalist, or restaurateur, you will enjoy this one-night class featuring easy-to-understand information on finding, collecting, identifying, and preparing the safe, most common edible and medicinal mushroom species of New England and Eastern Canada. The book Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms of New England and Eastern Canada will be available for purchase in class for $21. One night, Tuesday, October 8, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Course fee $29.
Learn to process fruit and vegetables into delicious, canned goods. In this one-night class, you will learn how to do the basics and go over salsa, jam, and pickled mixed vegetables recipes. Every participant will go home with three half-pint jars filled with YUMMY goods! Wednesday, October 30, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Course fee $65.
An opportunity to finish up that project that has been languishing, get some expert help fixing your mistakes, or just take some time to knit in the company of others. Bring your own materials including projects at any stage, the instructor will have yarn and needles available for practice and demonstration. One night, Thursday, October 10, 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Course fee $15.
Local mobile artist, sculptor and goldsmith, Antje Roitzsch teaches the mechanics of mobile-making and balancing. Tuesday, October 22, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Course fee $20.
In this free one-evening class, find out the most important financial steps for a happy and successful retirement: how much to save, where to save it, and what types of investments to consider. It’s never too late to get prepared. One night, Thursday, October 17, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. FREE
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