Personal Enrichment

Malaga Island is a 41-acre island at the mouth of the New Meadows River in Casco Bay, ME. It was the site of an interracial community from the Civil War until 1911 when the residents were forcibly evicted from the island. Travel back in history and learn about who used the island before the colony, about the colony and its history, and then about it now. Take a virtual tour with Master Maine Guide, Alice Bean Andrenyak, who specializes in its tumultuous history. The class takes place on Zoom. No discounts

Students must have an audio and video-enabled computer, tablet, or smartphone to participate.

This 2.5 hour course will include walking the woods to find edible wild food along with detailed descriptions for habitat and structure of the plants. David has been foraging for over 50 years. No equipment is absolutely necessary but a knife and basket or paper bags are optional. No discounts. Covid 19 safety protocols will be followed, including masks and social distancing.

This 2.5 hour course will include walking the woods to find edible wild food along with detailed descriptions for habitat and structure of the plants. David has been foraging for over 50 years.  No equipment is absolutely necessary but a knife and basket or paper bags are optional.  No discounts. Covid 19 safety protocols will be followed, including masks and social distancing.

Do you want to get comfortable with your furry friend and they with you through the art of touch? Some dogs do not react well when first experiencing the feel of touching but do adjust rather quickly as they realize it is very calming. This class will show you how to massage your dog and why this benefits you both. We will also take time to go over what tools are needed for grooming, including why you need a stuffed animal to practice on. No discounts. The class takes place on Zoom.

Students must have an audio and video-enabled computer, tablet, or smartphone to participate.

Would you like to be able to clip your dog yourself? We will direct you on how to clip and use scissors on your stuffed animal with your dog in the room. Do you have a long-haired or short-haired dog or one in between? Is there a certain direction you need to clip in? What size clipper attachments should you use? How can I feel comfortable using scissors on my dog? Questions like these will be answered to help you feel more comfortable grooming your dog. Please try to find a stuffed dog with similar fur length to your pet. No discounts. The class takes place on Zoom.

Students must have an audio and video-enabled computer, tablet, or smartphone to participate.

It's all about a spa day for your dog! Shampooing your dog, cleaning their ears and eyes, clipping their nails, brushing their coats, and if necessary, how to perform anal gland expression. What are the recommended shampoos? Are there certain types of wipes to use around their eyes and ears or will a face cloth with some shampoo work? Answers to these questions and more! No discounts. The class takes place on Zoom.

Students must have an audio and video-enabled computer, tablet, or smartphone to participate.