This membership entitles anyone 50 years or older to enroll in any class or activity during the Fall/Winter term only. 

There are 3 GLI terms: Summer (June-October), Fall/Winter (October-February), and Spring (February-June).

Membership in GLI or another Maine Senior College is required for registration in any Gold LEAF program offering. 

If you are 90 years old or older, you are entitled to free membership, although still responsible for any class fees. To take advantage of this benefit, do NOT register for membership through this online catalog; simply let the office know that you're entitled to free membership at goldleaf@maine.edu

Online

Please join us for a monthly Zoom get-together for coffee, conversation, and crafts.  Settle in with your favorite craft, bring your coffee, tea, or beverage, and visit with Gold LEAF friends.  Crafts are not essential, and guys are welcome! The goal is to get together and spend an hour or more talking with friends.

NOTE: The Fall/Winter term begins on October 1, 2025.  Please register if you wish to continue or are new to the class.

2nd Monday of the month

October 13

November 10th

December 8th

January 12th

February 9th

10 am-11:30 am

In-person

Participants will meet once a month for lunch at various restaurants in the Farmington area. Reservations need to be firm one week before the date. Participants will order from the standard menu and receive separate checks.

First Thursday of the month

October 2, 2025

November 6, 2025

December 4, 2025

January 1, 2026

February 5, 2026

11:30 am.

Location: TBD

Patricia Overall has been a member of GLI for several years.  She is a retired high school mathematics teacher who later worked in hotel management.

Other occupations included working for NACA, now NASA, and bartending. She has lived in 18 states and obviously enjoys eating out.

In-Person

Each session will be a walk or snowshoe in various meadows, woodlands, or mountains in the vicinity of Farmington. The travel time to the trailhead will generally be between 30 and 45 minutes, and participants should plan to be on the trail for 1 to 2 hours. Efforts will be made to avoid difficult terrain, and a makeup date will be scheduled in the event of cancellation.

Approximately one week before each session, participants will receive an email detailing the travel plan, providing information about the destination, and offering suggestions on what to bring.

October 23 or 24, 2025, at 10:00 am, weather dependent, will be led by Barb Toner with forester Jon Dody. Jon will take us on a walk through the woods, sharing what he looks for from a forest management perspective, taking into account the landowners' objectives.

November 20, 2025, at 1:00 pm, led by Eileen Kreutz

December 18, 2025, at 1:00 pm, led by Eileen Kreutz

January 28, 2026, at 10:00 am, led by Barb Toner

Barb Toner and Eileen Kreutz have conducted many similar outings in past sessions.

In-Person and Hybrid

The Templars were created as a military religious order in 1119 and were based in Jerusalem to protect Christian pilgrims. During the next two centuries, the Templars became the most powerful network in the world. They became the bankers of Europe, transferring funds between nations and rulers, and amassed great wealth as an organization.

The accumulated wealth attracted envy, and envy begat rumors of licentiousness and accusations of heresy. Phillip IV of France engineered the destruction of the Order of the Templars in 1307. Fables concerning the Templars will be discussed, and the facts of the Templars, a most remarkable order of knights, will be emphasized.

October 30, 2025 

November 6, 13, 20, 2025

10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Location: Ed Ctr, 107

Chuck earned a master's degree in history, focusing on Islamic ideology and Muslim history. He mentored with Dr. Stephen Harmon and completed a thesis discussing Hamas. This provided the background and interest in the Templars.

Online 

The Book Discussion Group continues a long Gold LEAF tradition and will meet three times during the Fall/Winter Term to discuss works of fiction and non-fiction. Our sessions are open and casual, but also stimulating and informative - we learn from each other. This term, each book has been chosen and will be facilitated by a member of the group.

The group meets on the second Tuesday of each month except December.

November 11: The Book Binder: A Novel by Pip Williams

January 13: The Boxcar Librarian by Brianna Labuskes

February 10: Table for Two: Fictions by Amor Towles

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Each of the facilitators has participated in this book group previously. Both newcomers and past participants are encouraged to join us for this Fall/Winter Term.

In Person

Baskets to Buggies will include visits to two unique museums on Route 27 from New Portland (Nowetah's Indian Store) and Kingfield's Stanley Museum.

Nowetah's is a hidden gem where visitors can explore a collection of meticulously curated and displayed Native American artifacts, with one room devoted to Maine baskets. There is no entry fee.

The Stanley Museum ($5 entry fee) houses artifacts and information about the renowned Stanley family, including inventors and artists. 

Lunch is possible in Kingfield. If this class is cancelled due to weather, we will reschedule for the Spring term.

Date: November 18, 2025, at 10:00 am.

Nowetah's Indian Shop: 2 Colegrove Rd, New Portland, ME 04961

Stanley Museum: 40 School St, Kingfield, ME 04947

The museum staff are very knowledgeable.

In-Person

Are you passionate about the outdoors and preserving access to the places you love? Join us for a special presentation by the High Peaks Alliance designed for people who care about access to nature, wild places, and community.

Join us to: 

• Get the inside scoop on trail and conservation updates, including the latest on Mosher Hill Falls, Sandy River Bridge, and our Rec Rangers initiative
• Pick up free trail maps and guides for your next adventure
• Hear inspiring personal stories about people just like you who’ve made a difference
• Learn ways you can volunteer and amplify your impact
• Connect with fellow GoldLEAF members who share your values, and become part of an active community dedicated to preserving public access for future generations

This is also your invitation to make your voice heard on issues that matter in Maine’s High Peaks. Come and ask your questions and find your next adventure!

Date: December 2, 2025

Location: Education Ctr, Room 112

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Brent West is the Executive Director of the High Peaks Alliance. He brings a genuine love for Maine’s great outdoors and a commitment to keeping its natural beauty accessible for everyone. He works closely with local communities, volunteers, and landowners to protect public access and the unique wild places that make the High Peaks region special. He’s known for bringing people together — whether it’s building new trails, supporting conservation projects, or finding creative ways for residents and visitors to connect with nature.

Amanda Laliberte leads community engagement and outreach at the High Peaks Alliance, where she helps connect people to Maine’s wild places through storytelling, events, and partnerships. She manages membership and communications, coordinates with local partners, and leads initiatives like planned giving and outreach programs.