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Third Wednesday of the month

April – The Maid: A Novelby Nita Prose.  Molly Gray is not like everyone else. She struggles with social skills and misreads the intentions of others. Her gran used to interpret the world for her, codifying it into simple rules that Molly could live by.  May, June, July, and August May will be determined at the March or April Book Club meeting by the members present.  Join us to help us plan our next book selection. 

SAGE memberrship is available for anyone over 50+ and interested in lifelong learning.  There are no tests, little homework and no pressure to achieve any preset standards.  It is for the fun, friendship and keeping the brain sharp.

We need two forms completed - Assumption of Risk (Click here) and a Photo Release (Click here) and return them to us by clicking "submit" on each form.

The Membership fee covers September 1 to August 31.  The membership fee must be paid to take classes through SAGE or other Senior Colleges.  Membership Fees Are Non-Refundable. We do not prorate this fee if someone joins for just one semester.  

Funding is available for membership/class fees through TheSAGEfund.  Please leave a message at the SAGE Volunteer Office for more information by calling 768-9501. 

MEMBERS OF OTHER SENIOR COLLEGES ARE AUTOMATICALLY MEMBERS OF SAGE.

Membership in SAGE or any other Maine Senior College Network is required.  If you aren't a member, click on Annual SAGE Membership for 2024 - 2025 and join today.

(Correction to the brochure) The Symposium will be held on the fourth Friday of every month. We are now meeting at the Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library in Presque Isle so we will be meeting every fourth Friday until June.  

Unlock the secrets of your family’s past in our immersive “Tracing Roots” symposium.  Join fellow enthusiasts once a month, each spanning about three hours on a “drop-in or stay for the entire class” basis. Our expert Ancestry.Com users will guide you through archival records, DNA analysis, and historical context using the latest version of Ancestry.com provided by the university library.  Individually, dive deep into your family tree, unearthing stories, connections, and hidden branches.  Whether you are a beginner or seasoned researcher, this symposium promises to enrich your understanding of heritage and identity. 

Instsructors: Dennis Prue and Spike Savage

SAGE membership is not required to join this class.  If you see anything to the contrary, please ignore it.

Also, Sandy is running into scheduling issues.  We are changing the dates of this class on more time to accommodate her schedule.  Sorry about that.

What history has never revealed is the story of thousands of Germans trapped inside the Third Reich who defied Hitler every way they could: they sent intel to the Allies, hid the hunted, joined the French resistance, encouraged deserters, and stopped roundups. The moral repugnance of fascism motivated them to risk their lives to save strangers, their civilized, cultured Germany, and the rest of the world. Their daring in the face of certain death, their willingness to honor their conscience and risk their lives for a more humane and peaceful world is a model for those of us now confronted by the onslaught of fascism everywhere. A book and film list for those who want to know more will be provided.   Instructor Sandy Garson was a recognized Maine journalist from 1973 to 1983 when she discovered the hidden history of Germans who fought Hitler inside his Reich and began working on this material. She went to Germany, met resistance survivors, and found those who had emigrated from Germany to the United States. The book she was assembling was never published as few people in 1986 wanted to hear about Good Germans. People were reluctant to admit there were any. But in our troubled time, their courage and defiance resonate loudly, so she is sharing the untold story of “the Other Germany.” During her journalistic career, Sandy was also cooking on the side and by request opened a catering take-out business in 1985. When an orthopedic collapse forced her to quit, she studied Food History at Radcliffe College and has been a published food historian with two cookbooks and many articles since. For the 2024 Camden Conference on India, she was invited to give talks on The Indian Kitchen: Crossroads of Cultures. 

The course is about how people use technical analysis to make their living by trading stocks and commodities. The tools they use -- charts, Elliott waves, Fibonacci, and simple things such as balance volume -- are based on the idea that stock market activity is determined only by fear and greed, and nothing else. The class will introduce these concepts and provide a basic understanding.

There will not be a class on April 17.

We invite both beginner and experienced knitters and crocheters to join us in creating handmade baby caps for newborns. The class will provide an opportunity to learn a new stitch or technique while building an inventory of soft, warm caps to provide comfort to babies and their families. Whether you’re just learning to knit or crochet or have years of experience, we invite you to be part of this heartfelt effort. Together, we can make a meaningful difference, one stitch at a time. Donations of baby caps are also greatly appreciated from community members who wish to contribute. Instructor:Nancy Beloungie – she has been knitting for many years and has taught several SAGE classes over the years.

Folsom Hall, Room 103, University of Maine at Presque Isle

Home Cybersecurity is a must-have class for anyone looking to protect their personal data and devices from cyber threats. In this course, you'll learn essential cybersecurity practices, including password management, safe browsing habits, recognizing phishing scams, and securing your home Wi-Fi network. We’ll cover best practices for keeping your smart devices, computers, and online accounts safe from hackers. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your digital security, this class will equip you with practical strategies to safeguard your information. Stay ahead of cyber threats and gain the confidence to navigate the digital world securely from home.

The space race didn’t start in the 1950’s, it started in the 1300s. Come join us as we look at the race for space. This class will be broken up into 4 parts: 1) 1962 and before – the development of flight and the early era of manned flight; 2) 1962 to 1973 – The race to the moon and a hand shape in space: 3) After 1973 – Space stations and the future of space flight: and 4) Scientific discovery, probes to other worlds