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Noble Adult & Community Education



Our Classes

Sewing & Quilt Weekends

$18

with NACE Staff

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 2, 2026
4 additional sessions through Feb 26, 2027

Finish those UFOs (aka unfinished objects) or start a new one. Pick up helpful tips from fellow stitchers and make new friends! Escape those constant interruptions at home with over five hours of sewing and camaraderie. Show and tell is encouraged, and no one is too new to join in the fun! Bring handwork or your sewing machine and supplies. Iron, ironing board, cutting mats and rulers supplied.

Space is limited to 16 people so be sure to register early! 


Class times are as follows: 
Friday: 5pm-8:30pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm


* Senior Rate (65+ is $10) - the website will ask if you are 65+ before checkout and automatically apply your senior discount.

Myths of Medicare

Free

with Tyler Kretschmar

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 5, 2026 at 5 pm
3 additional sessions through Feb 8, 2027

Reviews the basics and coverage levels of Medicare

• Coverage of Part A, B, C and D
• When to sign up
• How to sign up
• The differences between Medicare advantage and Medicare supplement

Sewing Open Studio

$70

with Nancy LeClair

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 5, 2026 at 5 pm

Every sewist knows what it’s like to cut their fabric on the floor and then sew at the kitchen table. We also know it’s a bit lonely and sometimes frustrating to find help when we are stuck on a particularly baffling pattern instruction. Whether you’re trying to complete unfinished projects or start new ones, Nancy will be on hand to guide you through the difficult spots. Bring your sewing machine and supplies, or do hand work.

NACE has irons, ironing boards, cutting mats, and rulers available to use during class time. If you need to borrow a sewing machine, please let us know ahead of the class.

Senior Rate (65+) is $45. The website will ask if you are 65+ and then automatically apply your senior discount before checkout.


No class: 10/12

Exploring Mainland Portugal

Free

with Leslie Slater

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 6, 2026 at 6 pm

Interested in planning a trip to Portugal? Join this one-day workshop to map out your perfect itinerary. You'll get essential transit tips, regional highlights, and local secrets to confidently travel on your own. We'll also share details about our upcoming, stress-free 10-day group trip. Whether you want to go independently or travel with us, leave with the blueprint for your dream Portuguese adventure.

Minimum: 3 | Maximum: 10+ 

How to Market Your Book

$20

with Rob Gutro

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 6, 2026 at 6 pm

In this one-night workshop, author and medium Rob Gutro will provide guidance in how to best self-market your book. Writing a book can sometimes be the easiest part! Marketing is a constant job! You’ll learn about some easy to make resources in this course and how to look for interviews. Rob will guide you through building a marketing plan to help turn your story into a successful self-published title.

Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 20 

Introduction to Black & White Film Photography

$135

with Troy Bennett

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 6, 2026 at 6 pm

Have you always wanted to try black and white photography? Are you tired of the digital world and ready to make real pictures you can hold in your hands? Come take advantage of Noble’s excellent darkroom facilities and learn the basics of developing your own black and white film! In this 3-week course we will cover everything from basic camera controls and exposure, through the art of composting good black and white photographs and then how to develop your film. The lab fee will cover the use of the darkroom and costs for chemicals and upkeep.

Participants will need to bring: their own working 35mm camera and two rolls of Kodax TRI-X 400 36-exposure film. A link for where you can purchase the film will be provided.

A lab fee of $15 is due at the start of the class.

Pottery Wheel Basics

$85

with Cynthia Plaisted

Calendar Next session starts Oct 7, 2026 at 5:30 pm

Have you ever wanted to learn how to use a pottery wheel but felt intimidated by where to start? Join instructor Cynthia Plaisted in this 5-week beginner wheel throwing class where she will show you the fundamentals of creating on the pottery wheel. From centering your clay, to learning how to throw simple forms, this class is a great way for you to step into the fun world of pottery wheel work. No pottery experience is needed, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and resist the urge to dramatically recreate that scene from Ghost. (Patrick Swayze references are optional, but encouraged.)

Clay and glaze cost is $50, due to the instructor at the first class.

Minimum: 8  |   Maximum: 8

Full Course

NACE Annual Family Literacy Pajama Party!

Free

with MSAD60 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 7, 2026 at 6 pm

Grab your coziest pajamas and make it a family night to remember! Join Noble Adult & Community Education for our FREE Annual Family Literacy Pajama Party—an evening filled with stories, creativity, and family fun!

Enjoy: 
• A special reading of Noah and the Shark by Southern Maine author ML Bruin, followed by a chance to meet the author! 
• Coloring and a fun hands-on craft 
• Every child will take home a FREE goodie bag! 
• Quality family time celebrating the joy of reading!

Whether you're looking to spark a love of reading, create special memories together, or simply enjoy a fun night out in your favorite PJs, this is the perfect event for families with young readers. 

Paul Johnson Library at Noble High School 
FREE to attend – just bring your pajamas and your imagination!

About the Author:ML Bruin is a Southern Maine author whose engaging children's books feature fun rhymes, memorable adventures, and positive life lessons. After a 32-year career as an engineer and leader at National Semiconductor/Texas Instruments, he followed his passion for writing and education. His beloved "Noah" children's series encourages imagination, kindness, and a lifelong love of reading.

We can't wait to celebrate the joy of reading with you and your family! 





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