Scarborough Adult Education
Maine Adult Education Program
Try Something New This Year
Make this the year you get your high school equivalency (HiSET) credential. Or, get inspired by learning a new skill or hobby. We offer cooking, crafts, and practical courses and seminars so that you can live your best life.
Whatever new skill or life change you’re dreaming of, there’s a good chance your local Maine adult education program can help you get there! Check out a few upcoming classes below:
Feb
12
Prosperity and Good Fortune: Chinese Wonton Dumplings
We will make Chinese dumplings with pork filling made from scratch in class. You will learn the multiple styles of folding dumplings using wonton wrappers. Then we will boil the won ton to make a classic wonton soup or chili oil wonton. Additionally, we’ll learn to make our own Sichuan-style chili oil and learn about […]
Feb
24
Start Writing: A Quick Intro to Creative Writing
Start writing that great American novel that rests within each of us. Learn about a writer’s notebook, pre-writing process, poetry, and publication issues. Enjoy two sessions of exploring creative writing in a friendly environment. Instructor: Jill Braceland, Managing Change Location: Scarborough High School Dates & Times: Mondays, February 24th – March 3rd, 2025 at 6 PM – […]
Feb
24
Landscape Pastel Painting (ZOOM)
This class will help students to find their own way of expressing themselves in chalk pastel using different landscape photos. Gestural painting, layering, and blending are a few of the techniques that will be explored. Open to those with previous pastel painting experience in addition to beginners. A brief meditation will help in letting go […]
Feb
25
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Guitar
Advanced beginners and intermediate players will learn the chords, skills, and techniques for starting their guitar-playing journey. Learn how to strum simple tunes and make the most of your practice time. An acoustic guitar and picks required, and an electric tuner and capo are recommended. Instructor: Mike Shannon Location: Scarborough High School Dates & Times: […]
Feb
27
Ferment This! Kombucha
You could buy a $4 bottle of kombucha, or you could make your own for pennies. It’s simply sweetened black or green tea with a culture added. We’ll make a primary ferment in class. A secondary one will be demonstrated so you can make it at home once your primary has developed. We’ll discuss kombucha’s […]