This  course is offered in cooperation with Ed2Go. Self-guided and teacher led options are available. 

Please click this link to register; https://www.ed2go.com/telstar/online-courses/certificate-in-depression/

This course provides an in-depth understanding of depression, covering its symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options, both conventional and integrative. Gain the knowledge to recognize and manage symptoms of depression. You'll also learn about the critical issues surrounding suicide, including risk factors, assessment, and prevention strategies.

Depression (also known as major depression, major depressive disorder, or clinical depression) is a common, yet serious, mental health disorder in adults, children, and adolescents. Depression interferes with an individual's daily life and normal functioning and may cause emotional pain for the individual with the disorder as well as family and friends. By understanding the symptoms, risk factors, criteria for diagnosis, and treatment options available, depression can be recognized early, and depressive symptoms can be reduced or alleviated. Death by suicide, which can result from depression, is a tragic reaction to stressful life circumstances. Understanding the issues surrounding suicide and mental health is a vital step in preventing suicide, helping others in crisis, and changing the way all of us view suicide and mental health issues.

Membership with WMSC covers membership cost for programs from September 2023 to August 2024. There may be an additional cost for specific programs. Serving primarily the over-50 population, with Associate Membership available for anyone over 18. WMSC membership grants access to courses at any of Maine's 17 Senior Colleges; https://www.maineseniorcollege.org/

Some courses offered through WMSC do not require that you be a member. However, most courses do require that you become a member. 

We offer: 

-A wide variety of regular classes, some with directed readings and discussion, others more hands on.

-No testing: participation is for the sheer joy of learning.

-Enjoyable and engaging members-only activities. 

Our Mission: To support lifelong learners in their quest for new knowledge and experience by providing a variety of programs and activities. 

Copies of WMSC By-laws are available upon request. 

For questions and more information, please email; wmsc@sad44.org

**NEW CLASS**

If you've never tasted fresh paneer, then youre in for a treat. We'll gather together to learn cheesmeaking basics by demonstration and discussion. You'll leanr how to make a simple non-melting cheese knows as paneer in Indian cuisine. 

Each participant will have cheese to take home. There will be opportunity to meet the milk-makers, the Nigerian Dwarf goats who produce the udderly wonderful milk! 

**This class is for WMSC members only. For more information and to register as a member, please click here and add the membership to your cart: https://sad44.coursestorm.com/category/membership

When: Friday, Jan. 24 (snow date Jan. 31st)

Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m. 

Where: Susan's Home on Chapman St. Bethel. 

Are you interested in exploring your ability to write? Wanting to capture your thoughts on paper in a creative way but do not know where to begin, or feel shy about the words you see?

Stephanie Frykholm, a creative writer herself, will guide you while you write from prompts and will then be invited to read your pieces in a safe, welcoming environment. These are stand-alone writing workshops designedfor the new and seasoned writers alike. Free up  your voice through mindfullness wiritng practices. 

Having a creative space to write is key. This course is held "off site" at Cafe Dicocoa. Please bring a notebook and pen. $10 per session. 

Session I; Saturday, Jan 25. Winter Foods: Feeding Friendship

Session II; Saturday, Feb. 1.  Winter Rituals: Sustaining the Spirit

Session III; Saturday, Feb. 8. Winter Nights: Enchanting the Heart

Time for each session: 3:00-5:00 p.m. 

Particicipants must register for each session separately. 

Develop a deeper understanding of the Android system and its connection to Google, learn how touse common apps more effectively, and become comfortable with a wider range of settings.

Requirments for this class:

An Android tablet or phone with Internet access and completion of Android Basics or have equivalent knowledge.

This course is three daily sessions in total:

Monday,January 27 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 PM

Tuesday, January 28 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 PM

Wednesday, January 29 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 PM

Join Reese Remington for this creative art course. 

Pour painting, also known as fluid art, is an abstract art technique that involves pouring liquid paint onto a canvas to create a painting. The paint's fluid consistency allows it to spread and move freely, creating organic shapes. 

Bring your paint clothes, an apron, and prepare to get messy. You will leave with your own unique piece of modern art on canvas that can be displayed in your home. 

All materials will be provided by the instructor. 

This class is for WMSC members only. To  become a member, please click this link and add it to your cart; https://sad44.coursestorm.com/course/western-mountain-senior-college-annual-membership

In this class, we will explore the most popular, free, cloud-based platforms to safely back-up theinformation that is important to you.

No devices required for this class; just bring yourself. However, please feel free to bring a device that can connect to the internet if you wish to work with your device while you learn. 

Deb Lewis is teaching a Watercolor  Skills Class at DiCoco’s!”

A new place, new time (10 to noon), and new lighting (the sun!). If you want to learn new skills, tricks of the trade, and have a group of like-minded people sharing ideas, then join us! Work at your own pace, explore new media, and find out what watercolors really can do!!

 Deb Lewis studied painting and sculpture at Maine College Of Art, has had studios in a variety of places in Maine as well as her own outdoor fine arts camps. Beyond art, Deb has collegiate education in biology, physics, chemistry, geology, and a lifelong love of marine science! Deb has been sharing her passion for the arts in the Bethel area for over 25 years. 

When: Wednesdays starting Feb. 5th

Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm. 

Where: Cafe DiCocoa's Main St. Bethel