Upcoming Classes

Courses

Oct

Join artist and educator Rachael Wilson to learn the basics of drawing, a dynamic and fundamental art medium for any creative individual. In this introductory drawing workshop, students can learn contour drawing through understanding how to observe subjects closely. Rachael will guide the class through a variety of drawing exercises and help students switch their […]

Oct

This three week course will explore the basic methods of quilling. Students will complete three projects including a card and two framed pieces. A $35 fee for a beginner kit is payable to the instructor at the first class and will contain all the necessary tools and supplies for a beginner and will allow for […]

Oct

Learn about the eviction of a complete community living on Malaga Island in Casco Bay in 1912. Learn the prehistory of the island’s use by our indigenous people and post history of the island after the eviction. Learn a bit about the mainland African American village in coastal Maine that no longer exists but predated […]

Oct

In this course you will be able to use your own creativity, combined with some tips from the instructor, to create your own flower arrangement with real in-season flowers and greenery. Participants will take home their creations to enjoy! THE DATE OF THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM THE PRINT CATALOG! WAS 9/12 NOW […]

Oct

Join Upstream Cobbossee’s team of leading environmental activists and master naturalists along Cobbossee Stream in downtown Gardiner on three Saturday mornings in October. First, we’ll explore the rich history of the watershed and stream beginning 1000 years ago to today; the second morning participants will investigate the state of the stream, its wildlife, remaining dams […]

Oct

Expanding on Beginning Entomology of Fly Anglers, this class will focus on the group of aquatic insects known as stoneflies. We will learn about behavior, lifestyles, and how to recognize the common families in Maine. We will look at both preserved and live specimens to think about how to choose flies to best imitate relevant […]

Oct

Hike, snowshoe, geocache, hunt, and enjoy the woods and fields of Maine with confidence that you can read a topographic map, understand the symbols, know which way a river flows, plot a course bearing, use online resources, and how to get to safety. Familiarization to using a compass and map outdoors included. Students must have […]

Oct

To have a funeral or not, bury or cremate, prepay or wait? This class will cover common funeral home options as well as green burials and simple cremation and the pros and cons of both preplanning and not preplanning.

Oct

Your subconscious mind and body energy governs most of who you are and how you react to life. This course will introduce how it works, why it matters, and how to use it to improve your life. After completing the class you’ll have a tool to discover what is hidden in your subconscious and simple […]

Oct

Come and learn how to construct, set up, and maintain a worm bin to compost kitchen vegetable waste in order to recycle it as plant food. Join Jock Robie as he discusses the harvesting of worm castings and vermicompost for gardening and houseplants as well as “worm tea”! Each student will get to set up […]

Oct

Come paint some beautiful hydrangea and bring a friend! This class is designed for beginners with step by step instructions

Oct

Are you struggling to make ends meet? Do you know you make enough money to pay your bills, but lose track of your finances by the time bills arrive? There’s hope! Let’s work together to create a budget that you can stick to, that will help you take control of your finances. Instructor Bio […]

Oct

Using basic and gentle yoga moves along with breathwork to bring both flexibility and relaxation to the students. This class is designed to assist in reducing stress as well as creating a practice you may use at home to increase your own flexibility and balance

Oct

If you love cheese, sign up for this one-night hands-on NEW class! Learn to make VEGAN cheese with Diana. Enjoy a tasting session during class and then take home some of your cheeses to enjoy. Students will need to bring a one-pint containers to take cheese home. A materials fee of $8.00 is due to […]

Oct

Milk soap is the best moisturizer! Learn how to make this wonderful, luxurious soap and take a batch home too! You will have a choice of cow’s milk or goat’s milk (please indicate which you prefer at the time of registration). A supply list is available upon registration. A materials fee of $20 is due […]

Oct

Join self-proclaimed “mushroom Maineiac” David Spahr and get the inside information on the wild mushrooms of the Northeast. Edible and medicinal mushrooms represent an opportunity for sustainably foraging and enjoying healthy, locally sourced food and present a potential for health benefits beyond good nutrition. This presentation will cover finding, collecting, identifying and preparing the safe […]

Oct

ZUMBA® is a Latin inspired dance class fun for everybody and every body! Grooving to the beats of salsa, merengue and other world music feels more like a dance party than a workout. Combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility with simple dance steps you will see why “Ditch the […]

Oct

Following the same models we’ve used in the Mayflies, Caddisflies and Stoneflies classes, we will explore those aquatic insects and invertebrates. We will cover dragonflies, damselflies, midges, craneflies, scuds, cress bugs, crayfish and hellgrammites. We will learn about behavior, lifestyles, and how to recognize the common families in Maine. We will look at both preserved […]

Nov

Join the A Family for ME program for a live, virtual conversation about becoming a foster/adoptive parent in Maine. Recruitment Specialists will be answering your questions about the different ways to provide care for infants, teens and siblings. If you’ve ever considered foster care or adoption, this is a great opportunity to learn more and […]

Nov

Painting your pet is easier than you think with the help of Shirley! She sets you up for success by sketching your pet ahead of time and then mixes the exact colors you need specific to your pet, and you do the rest! This class is designed for absolute beginners and people who think they […]

Nov

The Heartsaver First Aid course trains participants first aid basics for the most common first aid emergencies, including how to recognize them, how to call for help, and how to perform lifesaving skills. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) and the 2015 AHA/Red Cross […]

Nov

To register for this course, you must complete Energy, Everybody, Every Day Traditional Chinese Medicine, like most other indigenous healing practices, has treated illnesses and discomforts through the correspondence of organs, body tissues, senses, and emotions with the elements of Wood, Water, Earth, Metal, and Fire. These elements align with points on the magnetic compass […]

Nov

Nearly any insect can fall in the water … but some are more important for trout fishing than others. In this class, we’ll talk about some of the orders of insects that are commonly eaten by trout. We’ll talk about how to recognize them, learn about their behavior, and discuss flies and techniques to imitate […]

Nov

This three-hour course is NOT about installing an alarm system. It is about adjusting your awareness around you as you move through your day and your home. It is about doing mental exercises to handle the “What if’s” to keep you and your loved ones safe. Learn situational awareness, conflict avoidance, and how to access […]

Nov

Nothing compares to the feel and healing power of handmade lotions, chapsticks and deodorants – especially when made from natural products. You will use all natural beeswax-based ingredients that are good for your skin and really work! Using a basic recipe, learn to mix and match different scents to create your own signature products. You’ll […]

Nov

Are heading off to college next year? Getting your own apartment? Ready to take charge of cooking for yourself? This amazing class will teach you all the basics. We’ll cover : healthier eating, cooking terms and styles, stocking a kitchen, meal planning, grocery shopping, and recipes. Each class has a hands-on cooking segment for practice […]

Nov

Intermediate fly tying will help a tyer gain new skills and be exposed to different techniques and methods to help you become a better fly tyer. This class will allow you to expand your current skill set with flies that you have not tried tying before or ones that you would like to learn how […]

Nov

This class is about how you can grow and harvest edible native plants. David has been farming his land (and a nearby public plot) in Washington, Maine for many years, and his PowerPoint will show the native plants he farms with – such as wild high bush blueberries, American chestnut, Viburnums and dozens more – […]

Nov

Learn the basics of coastal navigation using local charts, parallel ruler, and dividers. Learn what the symbols mean, how to determine safe and dangerous routes, create courses, learn rules of the “road”, what aids to navigation look like and do, plan for emergencies and more. For kayakers, sailors, powerboaters, and future Registered Maine Guides. Students […]

Nov

Come join Martial Arts for Women; bring your daughter, bring your friends! This class is open to women of all ages and abilities who have always wanted to try karate but have been too intimidated to walk into a class. This female only session will introduce martial arts in a fun and active way. Initially, […]

Nov

This three-hour course is for firearm owners and nonowners. You’ll learn what to do when you see an attack or if you are attacked and respond with force. You’ll learn how to contact the first responders, how prosecutors might view what you did, rules about concealed carry in the US and Maine, and various ways […]

Nov

Learn how to make beeswax wraps and reduce single plastic use. These wraps only take a few minutes to make and will last for months. They are made using beeswax, pine resin and jojoba oil.

Nov

This course is an exploration of mandala making in snowflake form! Students will create a framable piece using multiple quilling shapes. Prerequisite: Introduction to Quilling (Sign up for the October 11-25 class) Materials Fee: A $12 fee is due to the instructor at the first class.

Nov

This course is an introduction to creating a successful bird feeding garden, including food, feeders, pest issues, habitat, and conservation. There will be a powerpoint presentation chock full of expert advice, beautiful bird photos, and helpful tips. In 19 years of running Freeport Wild Bird Supply, Derek Lovitch has heard it all and this overview […]

Nov

Want to be a Registered Maine Guide? Don’t know the process? Trying to decide how to train to take your tests? Want to know the rules about guiding? Take this one-hour interactive Zoom free class. Get your answers and create your future! This is a Zoom class. Please make sure to register with an accessible […]

Nov

Do you have crustophobia? With the right tools, a good recipe, and a little knowledge, you can be cured. Our instructor has a background in baking restaurant quality pies and will share her experience and tips for flaky, tasty crust. A materials fee of $7 is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the […]

Nov

In this class, students will learn how to recognize the differences between mayflies, caddisflies, and stoneflies for both adults and nymphs. We will discuss how the behavior of these insects relate to common fly patterns, such as dries, emergers, wet flies, and nymphs. We will look at both preserved and live specimens to think about […]

Nov

This three-hour course is for anyone that goes into someone else’s home to do work, repairs, estimates, sales, nursing, or outside the home contractors. How can you be safe? Learn the basics to access the surroundings, stay safe and protect yourself without using a firearm. Part 3 of a 3-part series but can be taken […]

Nov

Come create some beautiful artwork. Broken pottery and tumbled glass are the perfect night out with friends. Lots of colors and textures to choose from. Create something for you or to give as a gift.

Dec

Learn how to easily make beautiful paper stars. Choose from a variety of beautiful paper prints. Bring a friend for a fun night out. Warning (additive) and lots of fun! Supplies needed: Bring double sided tape and we will supply the rest!

Dec

If you’re from Maine, you’ve probably heard of needhams – a traditional sweet, covered in chocolate, with a soft coconut and POTATO center! Learn how to make this sweet Maine confection, just in time for the Easter holiday. A supply fee of $6.00 is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the class. Students […]

Dec

Jan

This will be a free session for any interested composting alumni. The instructor will inspect worm bins, demonstrate and assist with harvesting, and answer any questions. The instructor will bring harvest kits for alumni to use for harvesting their own worm bins.

Jan

Train to become a working Registered Maine Guide not just a test taker. Learn the skills that guides use daily including: map & compass, coastal navigation, shelter building, separated client searches, cooking, canoeing, snowshoeing, SUP’ng, plus specialty skills for recreation, sea kayaking, tide-water fishing, inland fishing, and hunting future guides. This ten-session hybrid program includes […]

Feb

Through covering the day-to-day challenges of living with Type 2 Diabetes or Prediabetes, this workshop empowers participants to increase self-efficacy and improve knowledge and beliefs around their diabetes management. Participants of this workshop can lower their A1C, increase physical activity, and implement diabetic friendly meal choices. This is a great workshop for anyone who wants […]

Mar

Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance and relieve pain, while improving your overall health and wellness. It is a slow exercise that’s easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing, and mental concentration. Tai Chi […]