SCH 10201: Art Workshop

Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, and 21, 2008; 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM; Houlton Higher Education Center, Room 124

Having the basic art concepts learned in Art Workshop, this is a continuation of the lab work. Explore proportion, light and shadow as you work with charcoal, watercolor, pastels and pen and ink. Learn how to hold pencils and charcoal to achieve fluid, natural lines as you draw still life and nature objects.

Facilitator: Esther Faulkner.

SCH 10202: River Rock and Slate Painting

Thursdays, April 24 and May 1, 2008; 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM; Houlton Higher Education Center, Room 124

Bring any paints you may have, paper towels, mini brushes and old brushes (as rock painting is hard on brushes). Lab fee of $10.

Facilitator: Marge Melvin.

SCH 10203: Short Stories

Thursdays, May 8, 15, and 22, 2008p 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM; Houlton Cary Library

This class will read and discuss a variety of short stories, both American and International. With few words, short story writers have opened windows on human condition both past and present, providing readers with interesting perspectives on life.

Facilitator: Maureen Friel, is a Maine native who graduated from Lee Academy and the University of Maine, Orono with a major in math and a minor in history. She retired from teaching, counseling, social work, and research and development for the Department of Human Services. After retirement she was part of the Co-Mission movement and lived in Russia for a year.

SCH 10204: Reevaluating Life's Values

Tuesdays, April 15 and 22, 2008; 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM; Houlton Cary Library

The aim of this course is to help you clarify what you believe and understand why you believe it. You have lived a life when world views and values have changed tremendously. Have you change? Do the parts of your life still fit together? We will discuss what makes you individually, and we will put down in writing what lasting values you have.

Facilitator: Maureen Friel, is a Maine native who graduated from Lee Academy and the University of Maine, Orono with a major in math and a minor in history. She retired from teaching, counseling, social work, and research and development for the Department of Human Services. After retirement she was part of the Co-Mission movement and lived in Russia for a year.

SCH 10205: One-Stroke Painting

Thursdays, April 3, 10 and 17, 2008; 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM; Houlton Higher Education Center, Room 124

OneStroke Painting was created by Donna Dewberry and is a technique of brush loading with more than one color for shading and highlighting then painting in onestroke. Learn one stroke leaves, vines, moss and wild flowers. Learn how to "pounce" (a technique) Easter eggs and a bunny. For each class you should bring paper towels and a brush basin if you have one and a bar of castile or ivory soap to clean brushes. Class limit: 12. Brushes, paints, surface, practice sheets and palette will be provided at all classes for a lab fee of $15.

Facilitator: Linda Goodridge took Donna's OneStroke Certification class to become an instructor in May of 1999 in Portland, Maine. Her goal in teaching at S.A.G.E. is to relax, share the fun and just paint.

SCH 10206: Salt-Dough Ornaments

Tuesdays, May 6, 13, and 20, 2008; 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM; Houlton Higher Education Center, Room 124

Salt-Dough Ornaments class will teach you to make Easter eggs, bunnies, and chickens; hearts for Valentine gifts; pumpkins and black cats for Halloween; and trees and gingerbread ornaments for Christmas.

Facilitator: Leola Bishop has been involved with SAGE from its inception at UMPI. She facilitated several classes and attended many classes offered by others during that time.

SCHE 10211: Houlton Water Company Tour

TBD in May

We will be taking a tour of the Houlton Water Company. We will visit the main office, a pumping station, and the waste water treatment plant.

SCHE 10212: Basket Demonstration

Wednesday, May 21, 2008; departing 10:00 AM

Richard Silliboy will be giving a demonstratrion on making utility baskets from the brown ash tree, processing the log down to splints He is a Native American of the Micmac Tribe. This is an art that was taught to him by his mother. He is at least a fifth generation basket maker.

Twenty years ago basket making was at an all time low within the four tribes of Maine. It was a dying art that was turned into a source of pride for all native people.

SCHE 10213: Amish Visit

The date is TBD in the June time-frame.

Set up and hosted by Maureen Friel. We will be touring the Amish to see the greenhouses, store, dairy farm and much more.

SCHE 10214: Picnic with the 'Pacas'

Tuesday, August 5, 2008; 11:00 AM.

Hosted by Judi and David Howard. A complete luncheon picnic will be served.

We will visit a working Alpaca Farm in Hodgdon to learn the history of the alpaca and how the fleece is sheared and processed. We will spend some time with these friendly animals. There will be an opportunity to feed them, relax outdoors, and have a yummy picnic while we observe up close the new crias in the fields with their mothers. The farm store is always open.

SCP 10201: Latin for Beginners

Mondays, April 7, 14, 28, May 5, 2008; 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM; Campus Center, Room 118

Remember your first encounter with Latin in high school? We will learn to read basic texts and even compose in Caesar's mother tongue. We'll talk about the historic events leading to Rome's total triumph over the countries which ring the Mediterranean. Text required. Please call for cost of textbook.

Facilitator: Dr. Guy Gallagher spent forty years teaching English, Latin, and French at Presque Isle High School and the Maine School of Science and Mathematics, and UMPI. He is definitely not your father's Latin teacher.

SCP 10202: Moving to Music

Mondays, March 31, April 7, 14, 28, May 5, and 12, 2008; 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM; Campus Center, St. John and Aroostook Rooms. Wear lose clothing and comfortable shoes.

Enjoy moving to music at a pace that is comfortable for you. "A fun way to activate body responses and stimulate the brain. Some of us like to 'dance', some of us like to 'exercise' and the rest of us just like to move to the 'beat'. We have lots of laughs and our hearts are light as we move to the music with fun and delight", says Rolinda "Lindy" Fowler.

Facilitator: Lindy is a Retired Registered Occupational Therapist.

SCP 10203: Oldies but Goodies

Fridays, March 28, April 4, 11, and 18, 2008; 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM; Wieden Auditorium

This course promises to be entertaining, educational and full of timeless movie nostalgia. We'll have fun being critics, too, as we discuss the shows and their stars at the end of each class. Tap shoes are optional!

Facilitator: Dan Ladner a member of the SAGE Advisory Board, is an outstanding musical gift to SAGE and always presents a most entertaining and interesting program.

SCP 10204: High Impact Weather

Tuesday, April 8, 2008; 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM; Alumni Room

Explore high impact weather such as: hurricanes, tornadoes, lightning and nor'easters.

Facilitator: Tony Sturey is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist (WCM) at the National Weather Service (NWS) Office in Caribou, Maine.

SCP 10205: Northern New England Weather

Tuesday, April 15, 2008; 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM; Alumni Room

Learn about the science behind the weather. What does it take to make a prediction?

Facilitator: Todd Lericos is the Science and Operations Officer (SOO) at the National Weather Service (NWS) Office in Caribou, Maine.

SCPE 10201: Northeast Publishing

March 26, 2008; departing 10:00 AM.

We will see how our local newspaper is put together each week and how brochures, magazines and other print jobs are done.

SCPE 10202: Spring Break Maple and Honey Sugarhouse

April 1, 2008; departing 12:30 PM.

We will see maple syrup being processed and get to sample the end product. We will also see the honey extraction equipment as well as some of the antique equipment once used for maple sugaring and beekeeping. In July they have a beekeeping weekend when participants can learn about beekeeping.

SCPE 10203: Spudland Alpaca Farm

April 8, 200i; departing 12:30 PM.

The Porters raise potatoes, corn and alpacas on their farm. When they were looking for a way to involve their children and grandchildren in the farming operation, alpacas seemed to be the right fit because of their friendly nature and how similar the Aroostook County landscape is to their homeland in South America. We will meet these beautiful animals face-to-face. These alpacas are used for breeding and for their fleece. The Porters use the corn they grow for heating fuel.

SCPE 10204: Students Baking a Living

April 15, 2008; departing 9:00 AM.

Students learn all the aspects of operating a bakery as part of their curriculum. They bake for local school cafeterias and do catering for groups and parties. They also do special orders for individuals. We are invited to stay for lunch and enjoy some of their product.

SCPE 10205: Grand Falls, Canada

April 22, 2008; departing 12:30 PM.

Spring is the most spectacular time to view the Falls. At this time, the water fills the valley with a thunderous roar. There are plenty of photo opportunities at the Falls and along the many nature paths. Make sure you bring your passports or a picture ID and birth certificate.

SCPE 10206: Northwind Rabbitry

April 29, 2008; departing 12:30 PM.

The Thibaults breed and sell pet and show quality animals along with meat breeds. Also, some of the rabbits are used for therapy animals. Other products from the rabbitry include natural fertilizer, handmade solar lighthouses for the garden and rabbit fur for spinning. The Thibaults are involved with 4-H.