Come learn some more advanced Latin dance moves with Barbara! You will learn about Bachata, Salsa & Rumba. Add to your Latin Dance experience with Afro-Cuban origin that became internationally popular in the last century. Rumba, the "Dance of Love" has your hips swaying and close partner connections. A popular choice for slow partner dances of both Latin and pop music. The Bachata is a playful Latin dance from the Dominican Republic. This style is danced with soft hip motions, turns and side-to-side footwork. The music of Bachata is very recognizable for its predominant use of the electric guitar combined with Caribbean and Latin musical influences. Salsa is a Latin dance, associated with the music genre of the same name, which was first popularized in the United States in the 1960s in New York City. Salsa is an amalgamation of Cuban dances, such as mambo, pachanga and rumba, as well as American dances such as swing and tap. The basic Salsa dance rhythm consists of taking three steps for every four beats of music.

During this talk, Rob will provide insight on what demons really are, the truth about poltergeist activities, and what happens with near death experiences and how the affect people later. 

Dining Chair Edition! This hands-on workshop introduces students to the foundational skills of upholstery. Over the course of six classes, students will learn to transform 4-6 outdated dining chairs into beautiful, functional pieces. Through guided instruction, students will become familiar with a variety of upholstery tools and techniques. Students will also learn how to select fabrics, measure and cut cushioning materials, and properly assemble a finished seat. Whether you're looking to refresh your dining room or gain a new skill, this course provides the perfect introduction to the art of upholstery. Course Highlights: + Learn how to reupholster dining chair seats using modern and traditional techniques. + Hands-on practice with a variety of upholstery tools: pneumatic staple gun, wooden mallet, staple remover, and pliers. + Guidance on fabric selection, estimating, and manipulation. + Basic seat assembly, padding, and finishing. + Safety procedures and proper tool usage. Materials: Students will need to provide their own fabric. All other materials will be provided. Recommendations on where to purchase fabric can be found on my website: khgupholstery.com. All tools will be provided for use during the class. What to Bring: Your chairs and fabric! *Be sure to have your new fabric selected by the second week of classes.* Please email a picture of your chairs to khgupholstery@gmail.com. This will help me estimate materials for the group and anticipate any details to mention. I recognize that vehicle sizes may prohibit people from bringing all of their chairs to the class. Please reach out should this be the case. If preferred, bring a pair of gloves, safety glasses, and/or mask to wear while removing materials from the chair. Old foam can be dusty!

Discover the art of junk journaling in this fun, hands-on class! In this class, you'll learn how to turn everyday materials—like old book pages, scrap paper, fabric bits, and ephemera—into a one-of-a-kind vintage themed journal full of personality and charm. We’ll cover basic binding, layout, and creative embellishing techniques. All materials provided. *Registration deadline is 10/22.

Create a stunning quilt using a traditional pattern with a twist. This quilt contains 36 blocks and finishes at 72” x 72”. The construction is easy, using a jelly roll (2.5inches wide) and a honey bun (1.5 inches wide) pack. There needs to be a goodcontrast between the jelly roll and the honey bun in order to see the curvedshapes. The center square is traditionally red (signifying the heart of the home) or yellow (the light or fire of the home). You can choose whatever color you want,especially if you like a more modern look. There are many ways to set the blocks- check out Google images for some ideas. * Please pre-cut your center squares before the first class.

Fabric Requirements:
• 1 Fat Quarter - Center Square
• 1 Jelly Roll - 2.5 “ wide, 40 strips
• 1 Honey Bun - 1.5” wide, 40 strips
• 1.5 yards border fabric

No class: 11/5

*Brochure correction!*
The class times in the brochure are incorrect. Class runs from 6 - 9pm.

Minimum: 6 | Maximum: 8

Join Debra to try 5 new scone varieties. We will make Savory Hotel standard as well as Butterbeer Scones (like Harry Potter!), Pistachio Cranberry, Rosemary Cheddar and Carrot Cake Scones. All ingredients provided. Bring your apron and containers to take home samples! Class size limited so sign up early! All materials included.

All skill levels are welcome in this relaxed four-week embroidery studio! Whether you're brand new to stitching or already deep into a project, this is the perfect place to create, learn, and connect. Bring a project from home or purchase a beginner-friendly kit from the instructor. Guidance and encouragement will be available every step of the way.

If you would like to buy a kit for the class, kit fees are $25 each and is payable to the instructor the first night of class. You can choose from the following kits;

• Maine Blueberries
•  Lobster
•  Piece of Cake Sampler
• Lavender
•  Maine Pride and Heart
•  Maine Flag

If you would like to buy a kit for the class, please indicate which one you would like upon registering.

Minimum: 5   |   Maximum: 12

A bird that will eat almost anything is the perfect subject to paint this Halloween. Glossy black iridescent plumage is possible to paint with just a few brush strokes. In this class you will learn to paint feathers by layering and dry brushing. No Prior experience is necessary; Shirley welcomes beginners with open arms. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time you’ll find this to be a fun and engaging class. Canvas and paints are supplied.