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Upcycle It - Feed Sack Flip
with Nancy LeClair, Noble Adult & Community Education
From feed sack to fabulous!
Turn something ordinary into something beautifully useful in this hands-on upcycling workshop. In this class, you’ll transform used animal feed bags into durable, reusable tote bags full of personality and rustic charm.
Each feed sack tells its own story—from farm store staple to one-of-a-kind fashion piece. You’ll give it a brand-new life instead of sending it to the landfill. Along the way, you’ll learn simple sewing and construction techniques to create a sturdy, functional tote you’ll actually want to show off.
Some prior sewing experience is recommended, and a willingness to create, experiment, and have fun. Perfect for anyone interested in sustainability, crafting, or making something unique with their own two hands. Leave with a finished tote and a fresh perspective on how everyday materials can be reimagined.
Please bring to class:
• Sewing Machine
• Scissors
• Thread (regular thread is fine)
• A jeans or heavy-duty needle
• Marker
• Clips
Optional to bring:
• Nancy will have feed sacks available for the class, however you are welcome to bring your own if you would like. (These sacks are made of a plastic recyclable material, not paper. Make sure to clean out the feed sack prior to class by either wiping it out or rinse out in a tub. Then let it dry. Also trim the top and the bottom edges of the bag.)
Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 12
Card-Making with Dawn
with Dawn Stevens, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Create your own hand made greeting cards! Dawn will guide you through every step of the process. Please bring your scissors, a glue stick, and your preferred coloring medium (markers, pencils, etc).
Diorama Card: Come join me while I teach you to make a 3D card that folds flat for mailing! This adorable diorama can be customized to be a birthday card or another occasion with the simple change of sentiment. Precut kits will be provided. Please bring your scissors, a glue stick, and your preferred coloring medium (markers, pencils, etc).
Halloween Mice Card: Imagine the surprise of receiving a hand made Halloween card! Join me as we use inks to blend backgrounds and embossing to add sparkle to this cute card that will put a smile on the recipient’s face! Precut kits will be provided. Please bring your scissors, a glue stick, and your preferred coloring medium (markers, pencils, etc).
Capybara Surprise Birthday Card: Come join me while I teach you to make this adorable card. The capybaras alone will brighten anyone’s day and then, surprise! When the recipient pulls the tab, a message will be revealed for them with the perfect spot to attach a gift card or personal message. Pre cut kits will be provided. Please bring your scissors, a glue stick, and your preferred coloring medium (markers, pencils, etc).
Valentine's Day Shaker Card: This dimensional card has a shaker built in to add some fun to your Valentine’s Day card! Come have some fun creating a unique greeting card. Precut kits are provided. Please bring your scissors, a glue stick, and your preferred coloring medium (markers, pencils, etc).
Conversation with a Psychic
with Jeannie Sullivan, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
What happens when the Spirit world decides to make themselves known? In this fun and eye-opening class, we'll have a real, honest conversation about what it's like to be psychic. Bring your questions about mediumship, psychic abilities, and holistic energy, because nothing is off limits. And stick around for the stories — because Spirit has a serious sense of humor. Spirit also loves irony!!
Paper Bag Journal
with Susan Stacey, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
In this class, you’ll learn how to create a unique, pocket-filled journal using an ordinary paper lunch bag. Through folding, binding, and decorating, you’ll design a one-of-a-kind keepsake perfect for writing, art journaling, memory keeping, or gifting. We’ll explore a variety of ideas using patterned papers, ribbons, tags, and more—to make each page unique. All materials are included.
Color Workshop
with Megan Franasiak, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Color can be quite baffling to new artists and experts alike. In this two week workshop we will explore color mixing and color relationships to begin to demystify color and apply it effectively in our art practices. No experience is required! Students are responsible for bringing their own brushes and painting implements. The instructor will provide liquid watercolors and paper for experimentation, however students are encouraged to bring their art materials of choice.
Learn to Play the Ukulele!
with Duncan Perry, Noble Adult & Community Education
Your Journey Begins Here!
The ukulele has never been more popular, and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, and country tunes old and new -- even classical music.
Join instructor Duncan Perry on ZOOM, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, and who will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy!
If you don’t own a ukulele, download the buying and care guide provided by the instructor below;
A Ukulele Buying and Care Guide
Play the Ukulele: Your Journey Begins Here
with Duncan Perry, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, country, tunes old and new -- even classical music. Duncan Perry, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! If you don’t own a ukulele, please contact Duncan at uketime24@gmail.com for information. What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy!
Paint Night: The Barn Quilt
with Shirley Anderson, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Come join us and unleash your creativity with these beautiful Barn Quilts. Pick out a design and colors and you’re ready to create your masterpiece. These will be painted on 24 x 24 inch birch plywood panels primed with white Kiltz ahead of time. No prior experience necessary, just be ready to paint a visually stunning piece of art that's rich in history and cultural significance. This class has have a fee for supplies of $15, payable to the instructor. Canvas and paints are supplied.