The Ellsworth School Department is looking for substitutes in all departments - teachers, ed techs, secretaries, bus drivers, and custodians.  Effective substitutes need to know how to access policies and procedures, as well as the facilities.  This workshop addresses these topics, as well as the application process, tools and tips for classroom management and instructional practices for substitute teachers.  It will be followed up by a meeting with school administrators at relevant schools. This is an in-person workshop.

Have a sensory experience with sculpture. Disclaimer: We are focusing on process not product. In fact, you may leave the session with no sculpture at all. Materials included.

In this class, we will each make and bake a festive holiday bread plaque measuring 16" x 12". Using a variety of cut bread shapes and your family name, we will then paint it all to create a unique and fun decoration. Materials fee of $30 is due by cash or check, payable to the instructor, at the start of class.

This professional certification course certifies the student in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and choking protocols for all age groups, as well as other advanced skills including ventilation with an advanced airway or bag mask device.  This is an in-person class.

Restorative Yoga is a practice of conscious relaxation, using props in every posture to support your muscles in gentle, comfortable positions. There are NO Downward Facing Dog and Cobra that are the keystones of other popular yoga styles. Basic relaxation is the mainstay of a restorative yoga practice. Poses include gentle supine twists, supported forward folds, gentle reclining backbends and hip openers. The poses are held for anywhere from 3 to 30 min giving your body plenty of time to relax so that your mind can enter a quiet, meditative state. NO YOGA EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. Destress before your weekend activities. Blocks and bolsters provided. Please bring a mat, blankets and any other props.

Find yourself asking the question, “How do you get home care services in Southern Maine for myself or a loved one?” We will walk you through the steps to access care in the community. This will also cover access to assisted living and long term care. Other resources that will be reviewed: emergency medical alert systems, age well programs, meals on wheels, where to go to get Medicare questions answered, Maine Care, and advanced directives. Open discussion and questions encouraged.

There is nothing like the aroma of baking sourdough bread unless it is biting into a slice fresh from the oven! Students will learn how to care for a sourdough starter, how to knead using two different techniques, and how to mix, shape, and score the bread for baking. The instructor will demonstrate two ways to bake a loaf––using a cloche or a stone with steam in the oven––followed by a taste testing. Students will then shape, score and bake a loaf of their own in class. Bring a 32-ounce container to take home some sourdough culture for home baking. A $5 ingredients fee is payable to the instructor at class.

Join us for a delightful workshop where you'll turn everyday items into charming winter decorations! Craft two unique ornaments using provided materials—just bring a paintbrush, scissors, hot glue gun, and wire nippers. The $20 kit fee includes all other supplies. Add your personal flair to holiday decor and explore the joy of upcycling with us!