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Summer Knitting

$48

with Vicky Vaughn

Calendar Current session started Aug 4, 2026 at 5 pm

Escape the summer heat and join a welcoming community of knitters for a fun and relaxed evening of creativity and connection!

This class is open to all skill levels—from complete beginners to those looking to refresh their skills—and creates a supportive space where knitters can learn from one another while sharing their passion for the craft. Beginners will learn how to cast on, master the knit and purl stitches, build confidence reading patterns, and pick up helpful tips for fixing common mistakes. More experienced knitters are encouraged to share ideas, support fellow makers, and enjoy time spent stitching together in good company.

Instructor Vicky brings years of knitting experience and knowledge, along with enthusiasm, encouragement, and a lighthearted approach that makes every class enjoyable and welcoming for all.

Materials to bring to class: 
• Size 7 Knitting Needles
• 1 pair of small scissors
• Tape measure
• 1 light color Supersaver Red Heart Yarn (7 Ounces)


Cant make a full session? Student drop-ins are welcome! Drop-In fee is $13 per class.

Gel Plate Printmaking For Beginners

$80

with Pam Clark

Calendar Next available session starts Aug 27, 2026 at 11 am
1 additional session on Jan 7, 2027

Gel Plate Printing is a dynamic and fun way to express yourself through creating monoprints on a soft, pliable gel plate.  Each one-of-a-kind print is as individual as the person creating it and requires no prior art skills to do. In class you will learn what gel plate printing is, how to do it using several different techniques, and be provided with the materials needed to create a variety of prints. 

This class is so much fun & expected to fill up fast so sign up early!

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 8

Knitting - 6 Weeks

$72

with Vicky Vaughn

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 1, 2026 at 5 pm
3 additional sessions through Feb 16, 2027

 Join us for a fun, no pressure knitting experience! This 6-week knitting class is great for not only beginners, but for anyone who may be a little rusty. You'll learn how to cast on, master the basic and purl stitches, learn some tips and tricks on repairing mistakes, and learn how to read a pattern! Vicky is a passionate knitter and always makes classes fun for her students. 

Materials to bring to class: 
• Size 7 Knitting Needles
• 1 pair of small scissors
• Tape measure
• 1 light color Supersaver Red Heart Yarn (7 Ounces)


Cant make a full session? Student drop-ins are welcome! Drop-In fee is $13 per class.

How to Find Signs from Departed Loved Ones

$20

with Rob Gutro

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 8, 2026 at 6 pm

Holidays are times when spirits of loved ones give us messages. In this class you'll learn some signs to look for from your loved ones. To understand what happens after death and how to recognize communications from spirits of loved ones, this is a class for you. Learn what blocks messages and hear true encounters from others. By the end of the talk, you'll know what to look for. 

Sewing & Quilt Weekends

$18

with NACE Staff

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 11, 2026
5 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) to register for senior rate, please call 207-676-3223

Noble Striders
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Noble Striders

Free

with NACE Staff

Calendar Next session starts Sep 14, 2026 at 4 pm

Bringing Community Together, One Step At A Time

Since 2001, we have opened our doors to welcome community members to walk our multiple indoor and outdoor walking routes throughout the Noble High School property. Indoor routes range from 1/3 to 1/2 mile. If you’re up for a challenge, you have the option of including stairs in your workout. The outdoor routes are about a mile in distance. This is a great way to get in some exercise, especially during the cold New England months. Bring a friend or come as a family. All are welcome! Not to mention, joining is FREE!

To join, just drop by the main office to sign in and pick up a name tag. When you're done, you just sign out and drop off your name tag. Join the fun and become a Noble Strider!

**IF you are thinking of walking during one of the schools vacation weeks, please call the office ahead of time to make sure Striders will be taking place.

Ceramics Open Studio

$80

with Cynthia Plaisted

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 14, 2026 at 5 pm
2 additional sessions through Jan 25, 2027

Come join us as we explore the wonders of clay! You will develop and use it to create unique pieces of your own design through a variety of techniques. You will be encouraged to try the manual and electric wheels, roller, carving tools, and beautiful glazes to bring the pieces you imagine to life. Beginners to experts welcome.

Class scheduled as follows;
Classes 1-4: For creation
Class 5: Prepping pieces for firing
Class 6: Glazing pieces

Clay and glaze cost is $45 due to the instructor at the first class.

There is a max of 15 students per session.

** Please note: If a Monday class is cancelled due to weather, class will be made on up Tuesday.

*No class 10/12, 2/15

Myths of Medicare

Free

with Tyler Kretschmar

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 14, 2026 at 5 pm
4 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





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