In this workshop you will create 3 beautiful decoupage scallop shells that can be used as trinket dishes or hung as art or ornaments. Choose from a wide variety of themes and prints to make your own design. This 4 step process is easy and fun to do! Each student will make 3 finished pieces-great for yourself, or to give as gifts. Class fee includes all materials. 

Get ready to sink your teeth in some tasty treats. This is a 3-hour course where we will learn how to make soft cheese, yogurt, ice cream and maybe even my favorite candy – salted caramels. We will go over the tools and materials needed, ingredients, recipes, and the step-by-step process. Get ready to taste our lovely homemade treats.

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 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.

• 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

Have you ever wondered how to create mobiles that spin and dance in the slightest breeze? Join Chris Toy and learn the secrets of how to connect and balance recycled driftwood and wire to make beautiful hanging mobiles and tabletop stabiles. Tools and materials will be provided but feel free to bring needle nose pliers, wire cutters, spare wire clothes hangers, and coin sized (quarter, half dollar, dollar) pieces of weathered driftwood. Chris Toy is a retired Maine educator, cooking instructor, author and Registered Maine Guide. He enjoys beach combing, where he finds his craft supplies. He creates rustic upcycled crafts by combing the coastline for driftwood, beach stone, and recycled wire from political signs. His work can be viewed on Facebook at Acadian Driftwood Arts.

Paint Night w/ Shirley! With its flashy orange wings, Monarch Butterflies certainly are a favorite. Whether you're a gardener or just a nature lover you will certainly enjoy this paint class that is designed for beginners. Shirley Anderson will lead you step by step through the process of bringing this beautiful Monarch Butterfly to life. Canvas and paints are supplied.

In this 4-week class you will create a felted patch of Maine's other state bird, the American Crow, perched on the branch of a flowering apple tree. The first week we'll cut out the pattern, felt the pieces together and add roving. Then in the second week we'll add embroidery for details. Registration fee includes all materials.

In this jewelry class, you will learn how to take wire and a hammer and make a very nice piece of jewelry!

This cost of the class is per person. Class is limited to children ages 12 and above. 

Materials fee: $10 per piece, payable to the instructor. 

You will learn how to make a selection of bath and beauty products perfect for the home spa experience. In the class, we will make all natural solid lotion bars, cleansing sugar scrub cubes and dry face masks. You will leave the class with 2 mini solid lotion bars, a jar of cleansing sugar scrub cubes and a dry face mask. You will also leave with the recipes used in the class.

Wednesday, May 15, 6-7:30pm

Registration Fee: $31

Material Fee: $20, paid to instructor at class by cash/check

Come create some beautiful artwork.  Broken pottery and tumbled glass are the perfect night out with friends. Lots of colors and textures to choose from. Create something for you or to give as a gift.