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This Zoom series provides training on four essential topics for providers who work with parents/caregivers of infants and/or young children: Mandated Reporting: For providers requiring Mandated Reporter Training by the State of Maine. Upon successful completion of the training, the Mandated Reporter Certificate is granted by the Maine Office of Child and Family Services. Infant Safe Sleep: Topics covered include the ABCDs of safe sleep, Maine data, common myths and FAQs and how to support parents/caregivers. Period of PURPLE crying: The Period of PURPLE Crying is an initiative to avoid abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome) by educating parents and providers on the normal developmental phase of increased crying in early infancy, action steps, and understanding why shaking a baby is dangerous. Protective Factors: The Protective Factors Framework is a set of strengths-based ideas used to guide programs, services, supports and interventions aimed at preventing child maltreatment and promoting healthy outcomes.

This introductory course teaches the basics of the Zentangle Method of pen & ink drawing. It is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. This course will provide instruction in fundamental pen strokes, multiple tangle patterns, and simple shading techniques. We will explore basic components of design and ideas for embellishment. Materials Kits are included in class cost; they can be picked up at the CLCAE Office in Damariscotta prior to class start date.

Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular and you don't even need to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, country, tunes old and new -- even classical music. Duncan Perry, who has taught more than 900 students of all ages, will introduce you to essential chords and playing skills using familiar songs. There are lots of laughs along the way and learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! If you don't own a ukulele, please contact us for information. What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy!

Let’s explore the attributes of various writing genres: memoir, creative nonfiction, lyric essay forms, poetry, nonfiction essays, short (and shorter) fiction, and more. This two hour class offers definitions and examples and invites your questions in an informal discussion. What are the different forms and why might certain genres appeal to your interests and goals? Perhaps you will discover a new form of writing that feels like it was made just for you!

Learn about the eviction of a complete community living on Malaga Island in Casco Bay in 1912. Learn the prehistory of the island's use by our indigenous people and post history of the island after the eviction. Learn a bit about the mainland African American village in coastal Maine that no longer exists but predated the Malaga Island Colony. Visit the island remotely through a slide show created by Master Maine Guide, Alice.

Love to perform? Love to make people laugh? This 6 session workshop will teach you the fundamentals of Improvisational Comedy and how to think on your feet like a professional. 

Weekly sessions meet Thursday afternoons at 5:30 PM