Personal Enrichment

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Best Hairstyles, Glasses & Necklines For Your Face Shape

with Candace Sanborn

Mar

Next session: March 25th, 2025

$25 More Info

Learn what looks good for your face shape! In this fun class, you’ll learn all about your face shape and receive tips for hairstyle dos and don’ts, as well as best glasses, clothing patterns and necklines for your features. Come on your own or grab a friend and learn some great tips that will help you look your best!

Instructor: Candace Sanborn, owner of Radiant Image

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 at 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $25

Your Retirement Roadmap: Building Wealth and Saving for the Future

with Lisa Brislin

Apr

Next session: April 15th, 2025

Price not available More Info

This presentation is intended for pre-retirees and focuses on planning for, saving for and spending in retirement. Reaching your retirement goals starts with developing a roadmap to help you put the plans and strategies in place to continue to build wealth and save for the future. During this session we’ll discuss important retirement planning factors, highlight smart investing tips and strategies, and examine some retirement income sources and how to make that money last.

Instructor: Lisa Brislin, CFP®, AAMS™, Private Wealth Advisor
Bio: Lisa is a Private Wealth Advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ at Hughes Wealth Advisors in Scarborough, Maine, with over 24 years of experience as a financial advisor.She is dedicated to assisting individuals in managing their finances and guiding them toward a successful retirement. Her approach is personalized, taking into account each client’s unique financial situation, goals and risk tolerance. Her dedication and passion for helping others make her an invaluable asset to Hughes Wealth Advisors and the clients she serves. *This is an informational event. There is no cost or obligation. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and CFP certification mark (with plaque design) in the U.S. (*this is a special disclaimer requested by the presenter..)

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: (the same information is offered on each date)
Session 1 - Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 at 6 PM - 7 PM
Session 2 - Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 at 6 PM - 7 PM

Cost: FREE

Hand Hammering Necklaces

with Elise DeSigns

Apr

Next session: April 8th, 2025

$75 More Info

Come join for a fun evening at Scarborough Adult Education/Scarborough HS where you will learn hand stamping techniques and create your very own hand stamped necklace with Elise Marie DeSigns! Pick from letters, numbers and so many fun stamps like suns, ying yangs, evil eyes, waves, mountains and more to make a necklace that speaks to you. It's a great opportunity to unleash your inner artist and create unique jewelry pieces that you can wear or gift to loved ones. No experience is necessary, as Elise will guide you through the process step by step.

Instructor: Elise Marie DeSigns
Bio: Elise DeSalvo, Owner of Elise Marie DeSigns, inspires with uniquely hand-crafted designs and a marketplace of local goods. We strive to empower customers to look and feel their best while also supporting female-owned small businesses. Learn more at: https://elisemariedesigns.com

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 6 PM - 7:30 PM

Cost: $75 - includes materials

Every Picture Tells A Story: Organizing Photographs

with Jill Braceland

Apr

Next session: April 9th, 2025

$21 More Info

Learn techniques on how to work through that box of photographs we all have. Integrating the stories behind the pictures will also be explored.

Please bring some of your photographs to get started.

Instructor: Jill Braceland, Managing Change

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $21

Scallop Shell Decoupage

with Lisa Young

Apr

Next session: April 9th, 2025

$40 More Info

In this workshop you will create 3 beautiful decoupage scallop shells that can be used as trinket dishes or hung as art or ornaments. Choose from a wide variety of themes and prints to make your own design. This 4 step process is fun and easy to do! Each student will make 3 finished pieces-great for yourself, or to give as gifts.

Instructor: Lisa Young, coastalcraftworkshop.com

Location: Scarborough High School

Dates & Times: Tuesday, April 9th, 2025 at 6 PM - 8 PM

Cost: $40, includes materials

Bao Down to Flavor: Mastering Char Siu Bao

with Jeff Mao

Apr

Next session: April 9th, 2025

$94 More Info

In this hands-on cooking class, you'll dive deep into the art of making Chinese Steamed Char Siu Bao, the beloved fluffy buns filled with savory Chinese BBQ pork. Learn the secrets of creating the perfect bao dough from scratch. Jeff will guide you through each step, from mixing and kneading to proofing, ensuring you achieve that perfect pillowy texture. Master the rich and flavorful char siu filling. Discover the blend of spices and techniques that make this BBQ pork so irresistible. Take a culinary journey through history as we explore the legend of how bao were first invented. You'll hear captivating stories that add a cultural dimension to your cooking experience. By the end of the class, you'll not only have a batch of delicious Char Siu Bao to enjoy but also the skills and knowledge to recreate this traditional treat at home. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this class promises to be a fun and educational adventure. Class fee includes a set of traditional Chinese bamboo steamer baskets. Registration Fee: $94 [Bao contain gluten and soy]

Instructor: Jeff Mao
Bio: Jeff Mao is a published cookbook author (Essential Chinese Hot Pot Cookbook) and cooking instructor. He also operates a micro bakery in Brunswick where he produces hand-rolled New York bagels. Find him on his website, Kneadandnosh.com.

Dates & Times: Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 at 5 PM - 7:30 PM

Cost: $94