Learn to draw what you see. If you can write you can draw! It is more a matter of learning to see and recognize shapes and proportions. We will spend three weeks rapidly improving our drawing and observation skills through a series of exercises and projects. In order to get the greatest benefit from the class, it is advised that you complete the short daily drawing challenge. Materials list will be provided by the instructor.

In this class, we will follow step by step instructions to create a unique explosion box! When the top is removed, the inside pops open and reveals pockets to tuck in a note or gift card, and colorful decorations. We will also make a mini gable box perfect for that small gift. Precut kits and envelopes are provided. Participants need a pair of scissors and colored pencils or markers.

Taking the hunter safety course is your getaway into a proud community of conservationists who help manage wildlife, support research, and fund critical habitat work through licenses and excise taxes. With over 17 million acres of pristine land and waterways, Maine offers some of the best hunting experiences in the nation. Minimum participants 6.

When:
Tue Dec. 2 from 5 PM to 8 PM
Sat Dec. 13 from 8 AM to 4 PM

Cost:
$5 Registration Fee -We do accept cash, check, and card. If you are paying with a card, please give us a call at (207) 568-3426 x1801. If you are paying with a check, please make the check out to RSU 3 Adult & Community Education.

Registration Dealine:
November 25

THis is a beginner frientdly Corner to Corner (C2C) Crochet class. Students will learn how to crochet projects by working from one corner of a piece to the opposite corner. Unlike traditional rfow by row crochet, C2C builds fabric in a staircase-like pattern, making it ideal for graph based designs, colorwork, and geometric shapes. Minimum of 7 participants. Maximum of 8 participants.

When:
December 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, & 15

Time:
3:30 to 5:30 PM

Cost:
$45 - We do accept cash, check, and card. If you are paying with a card, please give us a call at (207) 568-3426 x1801. If you are paying with a check, please make the check out to RSU 3 Adult & Community Education.

Registration Deadline:
November 24

This is an introductory hands-on class designed to learn the “ins and outs” of the Japanese running stitch technique called Sashiko. We’ll discuss the history of this beautiful and utilitarian stitching; types of fabrics, threads & needles; learn basic traditional patterns and how to transfer them, and use some of the tools that help make this a mindful and enjoyable pastime. We’ll create a small sampler of stitches and patterns, which can then be made into a potholder, a small quilt. Fabric, thread and tools are supplied, along with many handouts that will help you continue your journey long after class is over. *A materials fee of $25 is due to the instrcutor on the first night of class.

This class introduces the vocabulary of the book, the tools and materials needed for making beginner books. On the first evening we will hand decorate our papers, using different mark-making tools in calligraphic ways. The second night we will stitch two pamphlet books, binding them with soft and hard covers. Finally we will create pocket accordion books and begin to consider how to fill them. A materials fee of $20 payable to the instructor is due on the first night. Tools will also be provided.

This 2.5hr course is for anyone that goes into someone else’s home to do work, repairs, estimates, sales, nursing, or outside the home contractors. How can you be safe? Learn the basics to access the surroundings, stay safe and protect yourself without using a firearm. Part 3 of a 3-part series but can be taken separately. This is a Zoom class.

So many families have the wonderful holiday tradition of collecting new ornaments for each family member every Christmas. This year, add some handmade ornaments to your collection in this fun and festive ceramics class! The first class will be for ornament creation; the second class will be focused on glazing those ornaments; and the third class we will add ribbon or twine hangers to finish your lovel creations! 

*$14 for supplies payable to the instructor. Supplies fee includes creating 10-12 ornaments with glaze and ribbon/twine.

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