Designed for students of all ages, this class provides a thorough understanding of how to effectively plan for the future, ensuring peace of mind and financial security. Discussion will include the key elements of estate planning, retirement planning, advance directives, various options and strategies to pay for long-term care, and how to pass your assets outside of the probate process.

Attorney Mark Nale and Attorney Matthew Nale will be available after class to answer any questions as well.

Grow Your Own Organic Garden covers all the basics of organic gardening -- such as supporting soil and plant health, starting seeds indoors and outdoors, interplanting, pest management, watering, and harvesting. Participants will have plenty of time to ask questions and connect with one another about shared experiences in their gardening journeys so far. By the end of this class, you should feel equipped with knowledge and connected to resources and community members that will help them grow an organic garden, and feel satisfied with the process of doing so. We’ll even send you home with some seeds to start in your own garden! This class is for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike.

Whether you are newly eligible for Medicare or have been enrolled for years, this class has something for everyone. You'll gain information on how to obtain Medicare when you are eligible, and many other important topics. We will also discuss supplemental insurance that can be purchased to compliment original Medicare. There are many different products and carriers available, therefore it is so important to become educated about the options you can choose. Medicare has various enrollment periods which gives you the opportunity to change your policy if appropriate. Anyone with questions about Medicare will find this class helpful.

Courtney Cowan (license #PRR252278) offers insurance products through Maine Medicare Solutions, a licensed insurance agency.