*The instructor for this program is no longer able to teach due to family medical issues.

Come join us to visit and see the new three floor addition to  the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem Massachusetts. We will  start with a private tour. After the tour, you will be able to  enjoy the museum on your own. We will finish the museum  visit at 12:30. We will have lunch (which is included in the  price) at the historical Hawthorne Inn with a choice of one  of four menu selections. We will return to Wells High School  approximately at 4:00.Limit of 7 people.

We’re partnering with Parsons Memorial Library to bring a guest speaker to the second Toddler Time of each month. Learn more about resources available for families while your kids play in the library. Second Thursdays of the month, pre-registration required.

September 9th: September's speaker will be Pam Leo from the Book Fairy Pantry Project presenting "Literacy and Bonding."

October 8th: October's speaker will be Mallory Gott from MaineHealth presenting "Toe Walking Tips: Helping your child walk with flat feet."

November 12th: More information coming soon.

December 10th: December's speaker will be Melinda Corey from Help Me Grow presenting "Developmental Milestones and Car Seat Safety."

Join me for a two-part hands-on class that blends meditation and creative weaving to create your Receiving Bowl with the intention of transforming a painful message from your past into a new message of healing, strength, and possibility. Through guided reflection, intention-setting, and creative weaving, you will create a beautiful symbolic piece to carry forward as a reminder of your growth and inner resilience. Participants will have the use of a loom throughout the two-part workshop. The loom must be returned at the end of the second class. A small amount of additional weaving at home will be necessary before attending the second class. A $25 material fee which includes the loom rental,, payable to the instructor, must be paid on the first day of the class. Led by Diane Doiron of Wise Women Sacred Art. *Second class is 1-330pm.

Experience the tradition of the Dragon Boat Festival through Zongzi, a beloved sticky rice dumpling wrapped in bamboo leaves. In this hands-on cultural cooking class, you’ll learn to prepare sticky rice, choose fillings like pork, red bean, or dates, and wrap the signature pyramid shape or other shapes. Discover the legend of poet Qu Yuan and the deep symbolism behind this ancient dish as you cook your Zongzi to perfection. *A $20 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.

Open to all levels and paint mediums, these one-night workshops by Jessie are designed to give students the fundamentals of painting different types of landscapes. 

Trees: In this class, open to all levels, students will learn to paint trees with strong form, texture, and movement. We’ll study values, color, and tree forms to capture depth and character. Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.

Fall Forests: In this class, open to all levels, students will learn the fundamentals of color so they can paint their favorite New England fall scenes! Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.

Water: In this class, open to all levels, students will learn to paint water from placid ponds to splashing waves. We’ll study wave structure, reflections, transparency, and color. Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.

Winter Scenes: In this class, open to all levels, students will learn how to bring pale winter scenes to life through focusing on form and light. We'll study the colors of snow, the shapes of winter plants, and learn to notice the interesting moments that make this time of year unique. Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.

Discover the joy of acrylic painting in this welcoming series of two separate 2-night studio workshops. Each workshop may be taken on its own or together, allowing you to choose the subject that inspires you most—or enjoy both for a fuller creative experience.

In each session, you’ll be guided step-by-step through a complete painting while building confidence with foundational techniques such as composition, color theory, and color mixing.

One workshop will focus on painting peaceful landscapes, exploring how to capture light, depth, and atmosphere in scenic views. The second workshop will focus on pet portraiture (or another favorite animal), with an emphasis on bringing out personality, expression, and texture.

Whether you’re painting a meaningful place or a beloved companion, these relaxed studio-style evenings offer a supportive space to learn, create, and enjoy the process of making art. Each student will leave with a finished piece and a deeper understanding of acrylic painting techniques. 

Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 8 

Acrylic Painting Studio: Choose Your Subject

Discover the joy of acrylic painting in this welcoming studio workshop where you can choose the subject that inspires you most! Students may select from two creative options: Peaceful Landscapes or Pet Portraits & Favorite Animals. Each option is a complete 2-night workshop experience, or choose to take both for a fuller creative journey.

In each session, you'll be guided step by step through creating a finished acrylic painting while building confidence with foundational techniques such as composition, color theory, and color mixing.

Choose your painting focus:
• Peaceful Landscapes: Explore how to capture light, depth, and atmosphere as you create a scenic landscape.

• Pet Portraits & Favorite Animals: Learn techniques for bringing personality, expression, and texture to a beloved pet or favorite animal.

Whether you're painting a meaningful place or a cherished companion, these relaxed studio-style evenings offer a supportive space to learn, create, and enjoy the process of making art. Each student will leave with a finished piece and a deeper understanding of acrylic painting techniques.

Want to sign up for both workshops at a discounted rate? Click here to register!

Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 8