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Legal Secretary Certificate Course
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Legal Secretary Certificate Course

$1,095

with Center for Legal Studies

Calendar Next session starts Oct 19, 2026
1 additional session

Our intensive Legal Secretary Certificate Course is designed for both beginning and experienced legal assistants who are interested in improving their skills and working more efficiently within the law office. Learn how to make informed business decisions based on your knowledge of legal language and concepts. Explore topics such as legal terminology; legal process; jurisdiction and venue; ethics; written communications, including letters, pleadings, discovery, notices, and motions; filing procedures, billing and accounting; time management; records management; an overview of commonly used word and data processing programs; legal research; memoranda preparation; and citation format.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, paralegal and legal assistant careers are expected to grow much faster than the average — at a rate of 12% through 2030. 

Interested in taking this certificate course? Visit https://www.legalstudies.com/product/noble-adult-and-community-education-paralegal-certificate-course/ to register! 

Beginner Beekeeping

$70

with Peggy McLaughlin

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 20, 2026 at 6 pm

What’s all the ‘buzz’ about Beekeeping?

Have you ever wondered what it takes to keep honey bees? Join NACE as we welcome Peggy McLaughlin to our program for an introduction to beekeeping class. In this five-night class Peggy will help teach you the basics of hive setup, bee biology, seasonal care, and harvesting honey. We will also welcome a State Apiarist from the Department of Agriculture one evening to give a presentation on the best beekeeping practices, colony, management, and hive registration license. Whether you're considering your first hive or simply want to learn more about these amazing pollinators and the roles that bees play in our ecosystem, this class is a great place to start!

Please purchase The Beekeeper's Handbook, 5th edition by Dianna Sammataro and Alphonse Avitabile before the first class. It can be purchased on Amazon.

 

Beginner Crochet: Fall Fun Projects

$60

with Lisa Langley

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 21, 2026 at 6 pm

Get ready for a cozy, creative adventure in this beginner‑friendly crochet class! No experience needed— just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to try something new. Over four weeks, we’ll stitch our way through four adorable projects, each designed to build confidence and spark joy.

• Week 1: Little Ghost — A cute, squishy ghost perfect for fall decorating

• Week 2: Pumpkin Plush — A soft, chunky pumpkin you’ll want to make in every color

• Week 3: Cozy Hat — A warm, stylish hat made with simple stitches

• Week 4: Chunky Scarf — A soft, snuggly scarf you’ll be proud to wear or gift

Materials
We’ll use #6 super bulky yarn and an L/11 hook for all projects — perfect for beginners because the stitches are big, soft, and easy to see.

Don’t have supplies? No problem! Lisa will have hooks and yarn available for a small fee.

Why You’ll Love This Class

• Relaxing, social, and beginner‑friendly    
• Fun fall‑themed projects you can finish quickly
• Step‑by‑step guidance in a supportive environment    
• Great for adults who want a new hobby or creative outlet

No Class: 11/11

Min: 4   Max: 10
 

Evolutionary Astrology I

$25

with Rob Stewart

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 21, 2026 at 6 pm

”Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards” - Soren Kierkergarrd

Evolutionary Astrology is based on the premise that a soul lives many lifetimes, and suggests your birth chart may provide hidden clues into your multi-life journey. In this workshop we will unpack themes that astrology suggests may have been relevant in past lives as well as themes that may provide opportunities for your personal growth and evolution.

There are no prerequisites for the class. Participants are encouraged to email their birth information (date, place, time) to the instructor, Rob at rob@innercenterastrology.com, prior to the start of the class. He will provide a copy of your birth chart in class. It would be optimal to have your exact birth time available (documented on your birth certificate) but is not necessary.

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 10

The Magic of Lensless Photography: Build Your Own Pinhole Camera Workshop

$75

with Troy Bennett

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 24, 2026 at 9 am

Step away from your smartphone and discover the art of analog photography. In this hands-on workshop, you'll build a working pinhole camera from an everyday upcycled object, learn the fascinating science behind the camera obscura, capture your own image, and develop it in a traditional darkroom. Along the way, you'll explore the principles of light, basic exposure techniques, and the timeless magic of black-and-white photography. No prior photography experience is required. 

Please note a brochure correction: There is a materials fee of $10 is due at the start of the class.

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 6

Black & White Photography II: Printing Your Pictures

$135

with Troy Bennett

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 27, 2026 at 6 pm

Designed for students who have already completed the introductory course and/or have a roll of black and white film they’d like to learn to make real prints from in Noble’s excellent darkroom facilities. This course will lead students through basic black and white picture printing, learning how to evaluate a black and white negative, operate a photographic enlarger, and choose the correct multi-contrast filter for optimal finished pictures. Students will also leave class understanding basic photographic chemistry. The lab fee will cover the use of the darkroom and costs for chemicals and upkeep.

Participants will need to provide: their own 25-sheet package of multi-contrast, RC photographic paper. 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.

 

SUSHI Made Simple

$65

with Carol Steingart

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 2, 2026 at 5:30 pm

Sushi may seem mysterious and exotic, but making sushi at home is something anyone can do. Join this fun, hands-on adventure into the art of sushi rolling. You will choose from a wide assortment of sushi fillings and customize your own rolls to eat during class. Delight in this all-you-can-eat buffet. A complimentary bamboo mat will be provided to bring home. No raw fish is served. This class is vegan and gluten friendly.

Children 12 years old and up accompanied by an adult are welcome to register at the same price. Please bring a cutting board, a sharp NON- serrated knife, large bowl, and a cotton dish towel.

NEW! PLEASE NOTE: The class time has changed to start at 5:30pm instead of 6pm!

MEET CAROL!
Carol Steingart is a marine educator of over 25 years, the owner/operator of Coast Encounters, and specializes in unique programs centered around “life between the tides”.

Sensational Sea Vegetables

$65

with Carol Steingart

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 9, 2026 at 5:30 pm

Join Coastal Carol of Coast Encounters for a delightful culinary journey into the world of sea vegetables. Learn the many nutritional benefits of sea vegetables and the simple methods of preparation to incorporate them into your diet. Carol is a marine educator with over 25 years’ experience educating people of all ages about “life between the tides.” She has made these ancient plants of the sea a regular part of her diet. Find out why and enjoy tasting each of the many recipes she prepares.

A full meal will be served and is included in the cost of the class. Menu includes dishes made with various sea vegetables, all harvested by local companies in the Gulf of Maine.

PLEASE NOTE: Carol will be serving dishes with meat, dairy, and wheat. This class is not completely vegan or gluten free.

NEW! PLEASE NOTE: The class time has changed to start at 5:30pm instead of 6pm!

MEET CAROL!
Carol Steingart is a marine educator of over 25 years, the owner/operator of Coast Encounters, and specializes in unique programs centered around “life between the tides”.

 





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