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Personal Enrichment

Guide Pack Basket

$135

with Jessica Steele, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jul 17, 2024 at 9 am

In this course, we will weave a 17” tall basket with premium reed. We will go over the history of pack baskets and what materials have been used. The instructor will go through the process of making the basket step-by-step ensuring all will walk away with a finished basket. The baskets will have a base and feet along with pack straps. We will bring a variety of color straps and even color reeds to add a little color to your basket.

NO REFUNDS UNLESS THE CLASS IS CANCELLED OR RESCHEDULED.

Your Health Is In Your Hands: The Ancient Healing Art of Jin Shin Jyutsu

$95

with Margit Ahlin, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jul 17, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Achieve physical, mental, and spiritual harmony through the application of hands as 'jumper cables' to gently balance the flow of life energy in the body. This course will teach you the physio-philosophy of Jin Shin Jyutsu, along with effective self-help techniques that promote optimal health and well-being, facilitating your own profound healing capacity through this ancient healing art. *No Class: No Class 7/24

Farmer's Market Basket

$135

with Jessica Steele, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jul 18, 2024 at 9 am

Here is a basket that you can take to the market to grab your fresh produce and bakery items. Everyone is welcome to join this class. If you have never weaved before I will be doing step by step directions. You will walk away with a finished basket.

This basket will have two straps that can be worn on the shoulder or carried. Multiple color options on strap. The material of the basket is flat and half round quality reed. We will also add color reed in the basket if desired from blue, purple, red, green, and brown.

NO REFUNDS UNLESS THE CLASS IS CANCELLED OR RESCHEDULED.

Alternative Firing - Saggar Firing and Horsehair Pottery Spring 2024

$120

with Cody Clinton, Piscataquis Valley Adult Education Cooperative

Calendar Jul 20, 2024 at 10 am

Weekend Ceramics Workshops All classes are taught by instructor, Cody Clinton, and will be held at PHEC on Saturday and Sunday from 10am-4pm. Finished pieces will be dried and fired after the workshop ends, and be made available for pickup approximately 2 weeks after the workshop unless otherwise specified. During this two-day workshop we will be firing a wood-fired barrel Sagger Kiln multiple times, a technique of firing pottery that is similar to ancient pit-fired pottery, with some colorful flair to it. I will also demonstrate the traditional Horsehair Raku technique. Each participant will be provided one premade piece to decorate and fire. You may also bring your bisque-fired pieces to fire, as well as additional pre-made pieces will be available for purchase. All fired pieces will be completed and ready to take home at the end of each day. If time allows, there will be a throwing demonstration each day while we wait for the kilns to finish firing.

Freedom to Paint

$95

with Deena Ball, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jul 20, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

If you thoroughly understand the subject matter you are painting then you can paint with abandon and enjoy all the wonderful things that watercolor paint can do. In this workshop, we will spend our time coming up with individual methods to thoroughly understand our subject matter, compositional studies, value sketches, color studies and harnessing the power of creating a notan. Students will practice using these tools and then painting with abandon in limited time frames. References will be your own photos or sketches. Please note: This is a one day 8 hour watercolor workshop for intermediate and advanced levels. Students should be using professional tube watercolors, good quality brushes and surfaces. Bring your own lunch/snacks.

Katahdin Summit Full Moon Camping and Hiking

$250

with Chris Toy, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jul 21, 2024 at 8 am, runs for 1 week

Experienced hikers and campers prepare and plan to join up to 8 adventurers to summit Maine's tallest peak with Registered Maine Guide Chris Toy. You must be able to hike for 4 hours with a 20 pound pack while gaining 2000 feet in elevation to sign up for this trip. *The trip will take three days and two nights. The dates are approximate depending on when reservations are available. Summiting is not guaranteed and will depend on weather conditions. *Payable by check only. Call to register.

Full Course

Babysitter Training (American Red Cross)

$100

with Andrew Eckman, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

Calendar Jul 22, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Ages: 11 - 15

The primary purpose of the Babysitter’s Training course is to provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to give care safely and responsibly for children and infants, such as diapering, bottle- and spoon-feeding, age-appropriate games, activities, and dealing with uncooperative children. This training will help participants to develop leadership skills and become better babysitters. They will learn how to build a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe, and learn about basic childcare and basic first aid. This training is designed for youths ages 11 to 15.

Summer Kids Cooking Camp!

$245

with Deb Arter, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jul 22, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Jul 22, 2024

Embark on a culinary adventure at our new Kids Cooking Camp! Day 1 kicks off with Honey Cornbread and a Big Salad, introducing young chefs to procedures, oven use, and teamwork. Each day unveils new skills like wok cooking, sauce-making, and even delves into the history of dishes. Join us for a week of delicious discoveries and kitchen mastery! All materials included. For ages 10-13 years old.





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