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Create a “Home Sweet Home” Magnolia Deco Mesh Wreath W24

$32

with Amy Harrington, Augusta Adult and Community Education

Calendar Apr 29, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Amy will supply the materials to make a Beautiful “Home Sweet Home” Magnolia deco-mesh wreath and will guide you through the process of creating a beautiful 24-inch wreath. We will have an intermission halfway through the 3-hour class. Amy will provide snacks and drinks. This class is very relaxed and has a fun atmosphere. A $30 materials fee is due to Amy Harrington at the start of class.

Amy is a mom of four and has been crafting for over 13 years. Amy discovered a passion for wreath-making in 2021 and has been mastering the craft ever since. She enjoys bringing joy to her customers’ homes, warming hearts, and seeing the wonder in her students’ eyes as they say, “I made that!” Amy attends out-of-state workshops and takes classes online from her coaches to stay on top of the up-and-coming trends. She looks forward to sharing her passion with you.

Will run

Origami Mobiles - Theory and Practice

$55

with Chris Toy, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Apr 29, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Join Chris for a workshop combining the art of Japanese paper folding and constructing kinetic sculpture, origami and mobiles. You'll use recycled paper and wire to create original art that moves in the slightest air currents. All materials will be provided. Please bring a pair of needle nose pliers if you have them.

Bedrock and Glacial Geology of the Pemaquid Region

$55

with David Pope, Central Lincoln County Adult Education

Calendar Apr 29, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks

Explore the geology of our immediate area through two Saturday morning field trips each followed by a Monday evening class. From glacial sculpting and erratics to the primordial origins of the rock units, Mid-Coast Maine tells many geological stories.You will learn what the earth looks like in this area and how to unlock its secrets.

This quick course assumes an interest in rock and mineral identification, plate tectonics, bedrock geology and glacial geology all which will be presented in a local context. Maps, written text and on-line sources will be presented so the student can learn how to access the information. Suggested reading prior to class: “Geology of the Pemaquid Region, Mid-Coast Maine", 2015, by David M Pope. Available at Sherman’s Bookshop, Damariscotta; Treats of Wiscasset, and Ames Supply of Wiscasset.

David Pope grew up rockhounding in New Hampshire's White Mountains. He holds both an undergraduate and graduate degree in geology. He is the author of "Geology of the Pemaquid Region, Mid-Coast Maine".

Full Course

Boat America

$60

with Coast Guard Auxiliary Flottilla 2-5, Central Lincoln County Adult Education

Calendar Apr 29, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 2 weeks

This is the course that meets Maine’s requirement for people born on or after January 1, 1999 to operate boats inland and coastal waters. Learn boating skills from experienced boaters who patrol midcoast coastal waters from Small Point to Port Clyde.

TOPICS INCLUDE: Introduction to Boating: types of power boats, boating terms, sailboats paddle boats, and engine types. Boating Laws: Boat registration, regulations, hull identification numbers, required safety equipment, Federal boating laws, state boating laws, and reporting accidents. Safety Equipment: life jackets, fire extinguishers, sound-producing devices, visual distress signals, anchors, and other safety equipment. Safe Operation and Navigation: buoys and beacons, aids to navigation, navigation rules, docking, and the dangers of alcohol on the water. Boating Emergencies: hypothermia, boating accidents, man overboard, capsizing, emergency radio calls, carbon monoxide dangers, and weather. Trailering: types of trailers, lights, hitches, towing a trailer. Sports and Boating: water-skiing, hunting and hunting gear, personal watercraft operation, and other boating tips.

New Maine Boating Law: to operate a boat over 25 hp, on inland and coastal waters persons born on or after Jan. 1, 1999 must have taken an in-person Boat America course, pass an exam, have the state’s Boat America card, and be registered in the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife data base. Completing this course satisfies the requirements.

Card Making | 2 Options: Beginner or Intermediate

$20

with Pam Cullen, Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education

Calendar Apr 29, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session

Cards for Beginners: Create Three Stunning Cards and More!

This is a beginner class where you will learn to create three cards,using current Stampin’ Up! products. If time allows, we may also make some paper craft projects such as gift card holders, gift boxes or bags. All supplies will be provided along with step by step instructions. There will be no class on March 23. Limit 8 students.

Cards for Intermediates: Mastering Handcrafted Cards

This class will be for those who have some experience in stamping and die cutting. We will create cards and other projects using current Stampin’ Up! products. All materials will be provided as well as step by step instructions to help you create beautiful cards! Limit 8 students.

Ceramics: Death Star Bank

$25

with Melissa Corbin, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 29, 2024 at 6 pm

Every Star Wars fan needs a ceramic Death Star bank to hide their loot in.  Join us in making this cute bank!

Dimensions 5.25 in.L x 5.25 in.W x 5 in.H

Ceramics: Death Star Box

$20

with Melissa Corbin, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 29, 2024 at 6 pm

Every Star Wars fan needs a Death Star box.  This Death Star's top comes off and you can put some trinkets in it.  Put your unique spin on this Death Star.

Dimensions 5.25 in.L x 5.25 in.W x 5 in.H

Ceramics: Star Wars Logo Bank

$20

with Melissa Corbin, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 29, 2024 at 6 pm

Calling all Star Wars fans!  Join us for an evening of painting.  Make this bank unique by putting your personal style on it.  





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