Upcoming Classes

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Courses

Sep

Create your own special pet’s portrait or the pet of a family member: cat, dog, rooster, etc! Shirley will sketch your pet onto a canvas and get it ready for you to paint in class. Register early and email your pet’s photo to her at least a week before the class (call our office for […]

Sep

If you love to learn different crafts, this class will help you to make your own string art in a few hours! All materials and tools will be provided for you. A fall leaf or a heart are the options available. Join us for a fun night learning a new craft!

Sep

In this class, you will 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 set […]

Sep

In this one session, you will learn how to make a delicious feta cheese and a very versatile paneer cheese, a staple in India, which can be crumbled, fried, sliced and cubed. It can also be stuffed into bread, mixed with fresh herbs and used in salads, soups and main dishes. You will take home […]

Oct

Start your journey to becoming a foster or adoptive parent! Foster families and homes are needed in every Maine community. Children in foster care need supportive adults to provide loving homes until they can be safely reunited with their family. Join us for this informational meeting to learn how you can help Maine children.

Oct

For over 200 years, Maine women kept farms, businesses, and families together when men were at sea, at war, or in the woods. The beautiful quilts they made can reveal information about how these women lived, the social networks that supported them, and the ways Maine changed through the years. Most Maine quilters were middle-class […]

Oct

Opening a Family Child Care means you will be a small business owner. You will be welcoming children into your home, providing a nurturing, safe environment supporting their development. Members of the Family Child Care Association (FCCAM) will share their stories. We will raise questions that will help you figure out if family child care […]

Oct

Participants will learn about different styles of woodcarving and the tools and materials used. Participants will carve and finish a basic bird carving; if a participant finishes a project early, they may begin another project of their choice, and participants with some carving experience may select a different project.. The course will also cover safety […]

Oct

This three hour course includes a walk through the woods to find edible mushrooms along with detailed descriptions of habitat and structure of mushrooms. Most mushrooms found in nature are not edible, but learning this is more important than knowing which ones to eat. David Spahr has collected edible mushrooms for 45 years and is […]

Oct

Learn how to create beautiful, lightweight earrings in different shapes with an exciting assortment of papers in a variety of colors and patterns. All supplies included.

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

If you bought a scone recently you know they can be over $4 each! Take the time to learn how easy they are to make! We will make traditional scones, savory scones, apricot ginger, orange cranberry and chocolate cherry together. Bring a tub and plastic bag to take home all the leftover goodies to enjoy […]

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

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

Come create an abstract painting and let your imagination run wild. A variety of application techniques and beautiful colors will get you started.

Oct

This course is designed to be a very basic introduction to the field of audio engineering and recording. From simple micing techniques to learning the layout of a Digital Audio Workstation, this course will begin your path to the home recording revolution. Over the course of eight (8) weeks, students will learn a basic understanding […]

Oct

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 – […]

Oct

Everyone needs a home and for wildlife that means a suitable habitat. Join us as we take a look at the idea of backyard habitats and discuss ways to create wildlife friendly spaces on your own land. Using different perspectives, from bird to ground beetle, we will discover what each of the four elements of […]

Oct

Prepare ahead for Medicare: get all the information on Medicare plans you will need, explained in plain English, by a Medicare Plan Specialist. 50 minute, 1 time class.

Oct

Have you wanted to play guitar but do not know where to get started? Then look no further! We are offering our guitar course for beginners! Breaking down the fundamentals of the instrument make it easy and enjoyable for all ages! Electric and/or acoustic guitarists are welcome! DISCLAIMER: if you are an advanced or intermediate […]

Oct

This hands-on beginner food preservation workshop will teach you the basic steps for both canning and freezing. Participants will receive a “Preserving the Harvest” food preservation packet and will learn the latest and safest recipes, about equipment to ensure safety, and how to check for properly sealed jars. Please bring a potholder with you to […]

Oct

An introduction to creating a successful bird feeding garden, including food, feeders, pest issues, habitat, and conservation, using a powerpoint presentation chock full of expert advice, beautiful bird photos and helpful tips. In 18 years of running Freeport Wild Bird Supply, Derek Lovitch has heard it all and this overview will help you help birds […]

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

Explore what life was like in a 19th-century Maine logging camp, discover the dangers of river drives, and follow the logs into the sawmill. Examine the machinery involved in the harvesting and transporting timber and the many innovations that were inspired to make hard work of the lumber industry a little bit easier.

Oct

Do you want to get your book, short stories or articles published? In this one-evening workshop learn all you need to know about publishing your writing. Learn how to approach publishers and editors, prepare manuscripts, do research and write a book proposal or query letter. Handouts include helpful websites, a Maine publications list, query letter […]

Oct

Cooking Matter for Adults is a nutrition program that teaches participants how to eat healthy, cook, and shop on a budget. Participants learn about cooking, meal prep, grocery shopping, food budgeting, and nutrition. Participants will enjoy a cooked meal together, and receive take home groceries every week.

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

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

Nothing smells like fresh bread baking! Learn how to make a savory braid, Swedish tea ring, cloverleaf, butterflake, caramel pecan and more rolls in this one night class. Bring tubs and bags to take home dough to bake later as well as fresh goodies we will bake together. Registration includes non-refundable materials fee of $10.

Nov

Join this fun paint class and create a beautiful bouquet of Lily of the Valley in a lovely blue and white vase. Step by step instruction will make you an artist in a night!

Nov

In this 4-week class, we’ll work together on basic watercolor techniques as we complete a painting of watercolor flowers. All materials will be provided in the class – just bring yourselves and a willingness to learn something new!

Nov

This class will teach the skills necessary to stay safe in a variety of situations; from outward appearance and confidence level, to utilizing the body as a weapon. Everyday items that can be used as a form of self protection will be addressed.

Nov

Learn how to make these all natural soaps! Create your own signature soap to take a whole homemade batch with you. A supply list will be provided before class and there is also a $20 fee for the instructor to help facilitate with her products.

Nov

Create a sparkling suncatcher from copper wire and a variety of dazzling glass beads. Make your own variation from a basic shape and wire wrap a variety of glass beads to catch the light. Makes a great gift. A $10 material fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of class. Please bring a […]

Nov

Learn how to read basic patterns, simple stitches, techniques, tips and tricks. Bring a skein of yarn. Instructor will supply a crochet hook for your use and to take home.

Nov

The Maine Labor Mural is a visual montage of imagery depicting working life in Maine. Each panel communicates a unique theme and is backed by a collage of scenes of Maine workers. The Maine State Museum’s Curator of Historical Collections, Angela Goebel-Bain, will delve into the imagery to piece together the multitude of stories that […]

Nov

Exploration of mandala making in snowflake form! Students will create a framable piece using multiple quilling shapes. A $10 fee is due to the instructor at the first class. *Prerequisite: Introduction to Qulling

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

Bacon is an ingredient many people adore! In this one night class we will compare bacon types and use it to make Bacon Fettuccini Alfredo, Bacon Broccoli Salad and even Maple Bacon Candied Nuts. Bring a tub and/or plastic bag to take home all samples that are not eaten on the spot! Registration includes non-refundable […]

Nov

Time spent outdoors is good for us! Have a bad day, go outside. Have a good day, go outside. Want to avoid chores, go outside. The truth is the fresh air, time spent exploring and enjoying nature away from screens, and structure is good for the brain. Sometimes we hesitate to go out because it’s […]

Nov

Use your imagination and create a unique piece of art using colorful pieces of sea glass, driftwood and seashells. All supplies included.

Nov

Let’s take time during two sessions to center ourselves with guided imagery, breath work, some gentle yoga stretches and a bit of meditation. With winter and the busy holiday season soon to be here, take a little time for yourself. Bring your yoga mat (or borrow ours).

Dec

If you love cheese, sign up for this one-night hands-on class! Learn to make mozzarella and ricotta cheese without any special tools or pans. Enjoy a tasting session during class and bring two 1-pint containers to take some cheese home to enjoy. A materials fee of $8.00 is payable to the instructor at the beginning […]

Dec

If you love to learn different crafts, this 2 hour class will help you to make your own string art in a few hours! All materials and tools will be provided for you. A snowflake or a simple snowman are the options available. Join us for a fun night learning a new craft!

Dec

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.

Dec

Join this program for a tour of agriculture and food in Maine through a historic lantern slide presentation and talk. This unique look at our past will illustrate the agricultural bounty that makes Maine a rich and diverse land for food and farming.

Dec

Imagine one of your favorite photos prominently displayed as a canvas wrap. In this class you will learn techniques and how to present your photograph with the greatest impact. Preparation of the photos, and for distribution and display online, will also be discussed. Each student may make one canvas wrap print in class. There will […]