Whether you're a seasoned weaver or have never tried your hand at weaving before, this course is perfect for you. Our instructors will provide step-by-step instructions to help you create your very own 17" tall basket using premium reed. These pack baskets are not only functional but also versatile, making them ideal for ice fishing, day hiking, attending music festivals, or simply visiting your local co-op. Plus, they make a fantastic gift for that special someone in your life! By the end of the course, not only will you walk away with a unique pack basket that you've crafted with your own hands, but also with lifelong weaving skills. Jessica Steele M.Ed. has a deep passion for the wilderness and for teaching. She has been working in the field of Adventure and Environmental Education for more than 30 years. This leg of her journey is about connecting more deeply with herself, others, and the wilderness. Join her for a program of connection, learning, and growing. All classes are taught by instructor Jessica Steele and all materials are included. Registration and payment are required to hold your spot in class. Space is limited! Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to receive a refund. If our Adult Ed office or instructor cancel class, refunds will be issued to students. FMI: www.woodthrushwilderness.com Jessica’s Credentials: B.A. Ecopsychology and Outdoor Education from Prescott College, AZ M.Ed. Adventure Education Plymouth State University, NH Registered Maine Recreational Guide National Registered EMT SOLO Wilderness First Aid/First Responder Instructor American Red Cross First Aid & CPR Instructor and Lifeguard American Canoe Association Level 1 & 2 Instructor Leave No Trace Master Educator

Let's access the energy of the full moon to set your intentions for the upcoming Winter Solstice! December's full moon, named the Cold Moon, marks the final full moon of the year and symbolizes winter's arrival and a time for reflection. You will experience a guided meditation to reflect on this past Fall, followed by a cacao ceremony to honor the equality of dark and light of the equinox and the energetic hibernation of winter. Cacao is 100% ground cacao beans (chocolate in its purest form) which helps to open up the heart chakra and elevate the manifestation of intentions that are put forth. Please bring a yoga mat and/or blanket or meditation pillow, water bottle, journal and pen. Chairs will be available for those who are most comfortable not being on the floor. Elissa Nauman facilitates guided meditations and women's circles throughout the Portland area and is an energy healer using the modalities of Reiki and Integrated Energy Therapy (IET). She is certified in essential oils coaching, Usui Reiki, Integrated Energy Therapy, Reiki Crystal Healing, and Chakra Therapy.

Saturday, 12/14, 10:00am-11:00am, Baxter Library, $29

Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.

In these one-day, three-hour classes, you will have the opportunity to try out the pottery wheel and get a brief introduction to our studio space and community. You will have an accelerated lesson in working with clay and wheel throwing and we will save and fire any pieces you would like to keep. One-day clay classes are perfect if you feel like you want to get a taste of pottery before committing to a full session with us or are just looking for a nice weekend activity with friends or family! Location: Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook, 10 Wentworth Dr, Gorham. Materials Included. Cost: $65

Session IV, Saturday, 12/14, 10:00am-1:00pm

Make a project using 1 to 1-1/2 yards of fabric and a sewing machine. Choice of two projects: Easy Yoga Wrap Pants or Jiffy Wrap Blouse. Basic sewing machine experience is required.

Mend your favorite garments to keep them out of landfills while saving money. You’ll learn on woven and knit fabrics, stitching by hand or machine.

We are alive because of story; it is one of our ancestors’ most powerful technologies, and we are all storytellers. A story is an energy, and like the walls of Jericho, maybe if we put enough of our stories out there, into the air, the walls will start falling; they are already cracking. –Natalie Diaz Sometimes to live our best lives, it is necessary to revisit the myriad stories from our past to come home to our genius or true essence. Elizabeth Potter, published poet and essayist, will lead you on a journey through your life, assisting you to uncover the often hidden gems of stories from your personal history, which have wisdom and insight to impart to you as well as your readers. These “messenger stories” can often crack the code of what we need most to step back onto the path to reaching our full potential. She will present chapters and exercises from her manuscript, I Go Back to Find Her, which recounts her own journey through the stories of her past toward healing and vibrant living. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided, as well as a relaxed, supportive community of writers. No experience is necessary and all are welcome.

MaineGeneral's Harm Reduction Program leads training and conversation on Overdose Response and Narcan Administration. The presentation will begin by discussing what harm reduction means, and what opioids are, before identifying what an opioid overdose looks like. The training will then discuss steps for responding to an overdose, and close with a conversation about the Good Samaritan Law. Attendees are invited to ask any questions and/or share experiences throughout. Every attendee will be offered a Narcan kit and educational materials to take home.

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