This Zoom series provides training on four essential topics for providers who work with parents/caregivers of infants and/or young children: Mandated Reporting: For providers requiring Mandated Reporter Training by the State of Maine. Upon successful completion of the training, the Mandated Reporter Certificate is granted by the Maine Office of Child and Family Services. Infant Safe Sleep: Topics covered include the ABCDs of safe sleep, Maine data, common myths and FAQs and how to support parents/caregivers. Period of PURPLE crying: The Period of PURPLE Crying is an initiative to avoid abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome) by educating parents and providers on the normal developmental phase of increased crying in early infancy, action steps, and understanding why shaking a baby is dangerous. Protective Factors: The Protective Factors Framework is a set of strengths-based ideas used to guide programs, services, supports and interventions aimed at preventing child maltreatment and promoting healthy outcomes.

There is still a lot of misunderstanding and misinformation about Maine's compassionate end-of-life care option. Many providers and patients in Maine are still not familiar with Maine's Death with Dignity Act. In effect since September 2019, the law permits physicians to practice medical aid-in-dying under specific circumstances. Know the facts and, if qualified, the right to access medical aid in dying if they choose.

Join this class to get fact-based information and all the details you need to know about Maine's law, how to have the conversation with your physician, and how to qualify for the law or support your loved one who may be qualifying. (No materials/supplies required).

Valerie Lovelace is the founder and executive director of Maine Death with Dignity, a 501©(3) not-for-profit organization whose mission isend-of-life education and patient advocacy. She has a masters degree from Husson University in Bangor and is an ordained interfaith minister. Valerie co-authored Maine’s Death with Dignity Act and led the grassroots movement in Maine for medical aid in dying from 2013-2019 when the law passed.

Iceland! Land of fire and ice, and some of the most ecological and sustainable practices in the world. On this trip you will take beautiful photos while learning about this amazing and unique country. We are holding a free information night over Zoom to help answer questions about our trip to Iceland planned for May. For details on the trip click this link: Iceland Photography Tour Workshop Flyer.

Please Note: You must complete Session 1 or Session III prior to taking Session IV. We are alive because of story; it is one of our ancestors’ most powerful technologies, and we are all storytellers. A story is an energy, and like the walls of Jericho, maybe if we put enough of our stories out there, into the air, the walls will start falling; they are already cracking. –Natalie Diaz Sometimes to live our best lives, it is necessary to revisit the myriad stories from our past to come home to our genius or true essence. Elizabeth Potter, published poet and essayist, will lead you on a journey through your life, assisting you to uncover the often hidden gems of stories from your personal history, which have wisdom and insight to impart to you as well as your readers. These “messenger stories” can often crack the code of what we need most to step back onto the path to reaching our full potential. She will present chapters and exercises from her manuscript, I Go Back to Find Her, which recounts her own journey through the stories of her past toward healing and vibrant living. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided, as well as a relaxed, supportive community of writers. No experience is necessary and all are welcome.

Train to become a working Registered Maine Guide not just a test taker. Learn the skills that guides use daily including: trip planning, species ID, map & compass, coastal navigation, shelter building, separated client searches, cooking, canoeing, snowshoeing, SUP’ng, plus specialty skills for recreation, sea kayaking, tide-water fishing, inland fishing, and hunting. This ten-session hybrid program includes Zoom, optional all-day skill workshops, and homework assignments. All day skills workshops are at an additional cost. Those wishing to test to become a Registered Maine Guide will need to take a first aid and CPR course, not included. No class 2/18/25

This introductory course teaches the basics of the Zentangle Method of pen & ink drawing. It is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. This course will provide instruction in fundamental pen strokes, multiple tangle patterns, and simple shading techniques. We will explore basic components of design and ideas for embellishment. Materials Kits are included in class cost; they can be picked up at the CLCAE Office in Damariscotta prior to class start date.

Students are expected to attend all 5 sessions held on 2/4, 2/18, 3/4, 3/18, 4/1

Join FAME’s College Savings Counselor, Maire Pelletier, in exploring Girls That Invest by Simran Kaur. This course is a great introduction to investing. All experience levels are welcome! (For general education purposes only, and should not be used as legal, tax, or financial advice) 

Book Synopsis: Your step-by-step guide to financial independence―from the creator of the #1 investing education podcast, Girls That Invest . Ever wondered how on earth the stock market works, but felt too intimidated to ask "those" questions? This is the book for you! In this guide to investing in stocks (aka shares), Simran Kaur teaches the essential principles you can apply to any market, anywhere in the world. Because money provides the freedom to say yes or no, the freedom to handle whatever life throws at you, and the freedom to grow and prosper. This book is your invitation to join the thriving community of women who are building a better financial future. Investing is for everyone. Pick up Girls That Invest , become an investor-in-training, and claim a space for yourself in the world of finance―so you too can find financial independence and create generational wealth. 

 Students will need to purchase their own copy of the book to participate.

Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular and you don't even need to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, country, tunes old and new -- even classical music. Duncan Perry, who has taught more than 900 students of all ages, will introduce you to essential chords and playing skills using familiar songs. There are lots of laughs along the way and learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! If you don't own a ukulele, please contact us for information. What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy!