Have you always wanted to knit but don't think you are coordinated enough or have the dexterity to do it? Do you find that knitting with needles is hard on your hands? Whether you already know how to knit or are new to knitting, this is the way to go. Why not join in the fun as our own SSC resident knitter Suzie O’Clair teaches us how to knit a slouchy hat and/or a scarf using a round loom. It is quick and easy and can be done anywhere. During these classes you will learn multiple patterns and techniques. This class is perfect for newbies and more experienced knitters and will be held in the warm cozy knitting atmosphere of Machias’ own “Woolez of Maine.” This class is being repeated due to popular demand so sign up early.

Instructor:  Suzie O'Clair has been very interested in all kinds of artistic venues: weaving, enameling, sandblasting, fabric arts and working with wood. She has always wanted to learn to crochet or knit and after finding knitting on the round and long looms, realized that the ease of working with this type of knitting can be done by people of all ages.

Class Information:  This is an in person only class - held at Wooleez of Maine, 4 Colonial Way #1, Machias, ME. 

All facilities at the University of Maine at Machias (UM@M) are fully handicap compliant.  The facilities used by Sunrise Senior College (SSC) at the college have ramps, elevators and handicap accessible bathrooms.  Our offsite functions and activities have various limitations and restrictions and may not be fully handicap accessible.  SSC will endeavor to identify limitations at these to you in advance.

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This is a fee-based class and for this class only, Sunrise Senior College (SSC) will be purchasing the materials for all the students.  MSCN and Non-Members will be charged $25.00 for the materials.

Sunrise Senior College (SSC) is a membership-based organization. Our SSC members receive special benefits as current members when they register for this course. Any member of another MSCN college is also able to enjoy this course, but may incur some additional charges. If you are a member of the general public, you can take this course but will have to pay additional fees associated with being a non-member. For any attendee that is not a current member of Sunrise Senior College, the materials required for the course are your responsibility. When checking out, please carefully read and answer the questions asked associated with this specific course so that you are charged appropriately for this class. Failure to do this may result in your being cancelled from the course. We hope you enjoy this offering. 

A forest of trees is more than a monochromatic green landscape in spring and summer, more than a riot of color in autumn, more than a blur of browns and grays in winter. A forest is more than what you can see. Join us as we examine deciduous trees through the lens of science and art. Topics include the Natural Science of Trees, Tree Portraits, Tree Identification, and artists who focus on trees. International artists work with life-size trees and the parts of trees including leaves, growth rings and bark. Artwork is effective as it enhances scientific study and comments on our relationship with the natural world.

Instructor:  Catherine Hunter was museum curator, educator, and consultant for over twenty years. She received her Bachelor of Arts in History of Art from Cornell University and began her career as a curator in the Department of Textiles at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Catherine has a lifelong interest in studying the intersection of art, art history, science, and culture. Catherine lives in Massachusetts.

Class Information:  This is a hybrid class - held in-person in UM@M’s room TBD and via Zoom.  This class will not be recorded.

All facilities at the University of Maine at Machias (UM@M) are fully handicap compliant.  The facilities used by Sunrise Senior College (SSC) at the college have ramps, elevators and handicap accessible bathrooms.  Our offsite functions and activities have various limitations and restrictions and may not be fully handicap accessible.  SSC will endeavor to identify limitations at these to you in advance.

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This class is available to all current Maine Senior College (MSCN) Members. The general public not wishing to join Sunrise Senior College at this time may attend this class for a $20.00 fee.

Important, if you are not currently a current member of Sunrise Senior College (SSC) but are planning on joining SSC as a member today.  Make sure you answer that “Your SSC membership is current” when checking out so the we can properly bill you for this class. 

Sunrise Senior College (SSC) is a membership-based organization. Our SSC members receive special benefits as current members when they register for this course. Any member of another MSCN college is also able to enjoy this course, but may occur some additional charges. If you are a member of the general public, you can take this course but will have to pay additional fees associated with being a non-member. For any attendee that is not a current member of Sunrise Senior College, any materials required for the course are your responsibility. When checking out, please carefully read and answer the questions asked associated with this specific course so that you are charged appropriately for this class. Failure to do this may result in your being cancelled from the course. We hope you enjoy this offering.

Come join SSC’s resident political analyst, Dr. Robert Arseneau, as he delves into the central question, "Will voters cast their ballots for continuity and reelect the incumbent Joe Biden in this year's presidential election or will they vote for change and once again elect former president Donald Trump and his vision to Make America Great Again?"

Over the first two lectures of this three-session presentation, Dr. Arseneau will provide insights, analysis and discussion on the changes in the Party coalitions. This will include the impact of the drift of working-class Whites, Blacks and Hispanics toward candidate Trump. He will also review data on how voters' assessments of the issues that might affect the outcome of the election including: abortion, immigration across our Southern border, the state of the economy, climate change and the future of Democracy. He will also provide analysis and discussion for the classes’ consideration of the information about how the voters' assessments of the strengths and weaknesses of candidates Biden and Trump as individuals are affecting the election.

Each candidate' s campaign platform will be summarized and the major events in the 2024 campaign will be outlined. In his final wrap-up lecture, we will look at the outcomes of the election on November 5th and where the country stands now, and how the projections made by the analyst and pundits went both wrong and right. 

Every four years Sunrise Senior College looks forward to the critical objective analysis that Dr. Arseneau brings to this complex often stressful subject. His first lecture will be on October 26th with the second session occurring on the Saturday before the election November 2nd. We will then meet for a post review of the election results on November 9th.      

Instructor:  Robert B. Arseneau has a Ph.D. in Political Science from U.C. Berkeley, and has taught courses in American government at U.C. Davis, U.C. Berkeley, and Dartmouth College. He is currently doing research on U.S. House elections from an historical perspective.

Class Information:  This is a hybrid class - held in-person in UM@M’s room SCI 102 and via Zoom. 

All facilities at the University of Maine at Machias (UM@M) are fully handicap compliant.  The facilities used by Sunrise Senior College (SSC) at the college have ramps, elevators and handicap accessible bathrooms.  Our offsite functions and activities have various limitations and restrictions and may not be fully handicap accessible.  SSC will endeavor to identify limitations at these to you in advance.

                                                           IMPORTANT:  See Below

This class is available to all current Maine Senior College (MSCN) Members. The general public not wishing to join Sunrise Senior College at this time may attend this class for a $20.00 fee.

Sunrise Senior College (SSC) is a membership-based organization. Our SSC members receive special benefits as current members when they register for this course. Any member of another MSCN college is also able to enjoy this course, but may occur some additional charges. If you are a member of the general public, you can take this course but will have to pay additional fees associated with being a non-member. For any attendee that is not a current member of Sunrise Senior College, the materials required for the course are your responsibility. When checking out, please carefully read and answer the questions asked associated with this specific course so that you are charged appropriately for this class. Failure to do this may result in your being cancelled from the course. We hope you enjoy this offering.

Making your own Christmas ornaments and gifts can be fun and whether you are a crafty person or not, it’s easy.  They make great gifts and have more meaning because they were made by you!  Whether they’re glittery, colorful or simple scenes, each one is unique and reflects the joy with which they are made.  Give it a try – you’ll be surprised what you can do.

Instructor:  Suzie O'Clair has been very interested in all kinds of artistic venues: weaving, enameling, sandblasting, fabric arts and working with wood. She has always wanted to learn to crochet or knit and after finding knitting on the round and long looms, realized that the ease of working with this type of knitting can be done by people of all ages.

Class Information:  This is an in person only class - held in the Undercroft of St. Aidan’s Church, 36 Dublin Street, Machias, ME. 

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This is a fee-based class and for this class only, Sunrise Senior College (SSC) will be purchasing the materials for all the students.  MSCN and Non-Members will be charged $25.00 for the materials.

Sunrise Senior College (SSC) is a membership-based organization. Our SSC members receive special benefits as current members when they register for this course. Any member of another MSCN college is also able to enjoy this course, but may incur some additional charges. If you are a member of the general public, you can take this course but will have to pay additional fees associated with being a non-member. For any attendee that is not a current member of Sunrise Senior College, the materials required for the course are your responsibility. When checking out, please carefully read and answer the questions asked associated with this specific course so that you are charged appropriately for this class. Failure to do this may result in your being cancelled from the course. We hope you enjoy this offering. 

This membership covers June 1st 2024 to May 31st 2025.  SSC Members must have a valid membership entry on your file to enjoy the full benifits of our - Summer-Fall 2024, Winter-Spring 2025 programs. You should select your 2024- 2025 membership one time as part of registering for your first class in this new year.  If you need to apply for a scholarship to cover your membership fees, this is done using a separate application which is located on the SSC website.  Your request must be reviewed and processed by the Scholarship committee before registering for any classes.

Please make sure that you click "My SSC Membership is Current" when purchasing a membership.   

Sunrise Senior College wishes to thank you for your tax-exempt donation.  Your generosity enables us to continue providing the programs and activities that are so vital to our community.  In accordance with IRS regulations, we acknowledge that no goods or services were received in exchange for this gift.  Please save this email for your tax records.  

Thank you.

Susan O'Clair 

Treasurer, Sunrise Senior College   

Sunrise Senior College wishes to thank you for your tax-exempt donation.  Your generosity enables us to continue providing the programs and activities that are so vital to our community.  In accordance with IRS regulations, we acknowledge that no goods or services were received in exchange for this gift.  Please save this email for your tax records.  

Thank you.

Susan O'Clair 

Treasurer, Sunrise Senior College

Sunrise Senior College wishes to thank you for your tax-exempt donation.  Your generosity enables us to continue providing the programs and activities that are so vital to our community.  In accordance with IRS regulations, we acknowledge that no goods or services were received in exchange for this gift.  Please save this email for your tax records.  

Thank you.

Susan O'Clair 

Treasurer, Sunrise Senior College

Sunrise Senior College wishes to thank you for your tax-exempt donation.  Your generosity enables us to continue providing the programs and activities that are so vital to our community.  In accordance with IRS regulations, we acknowledge that no goods or services were received in exchange for this gift.  Please save this email for your tax records.  

Thank you.

Susan O'Clair 

Treasurer, Sunrise Senior College