Watercolor abstracts is back by popular demand!

Explore your creativity with this one-night fun and relaxing watercolor class! Using leaves and blossoms as a natural references, you’ll create a beautiful abstract painting inspired by the shapes and textures of nature.

No experience is needed—just bring your imagination and enjoy experimenting with color, form, and the natural world. Take home a unique piece of art that celebrates the beauty of spring!

The cost of this class includes materials for the class.

Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 8 

From feed sack to fabulous!

Turn something ordinary into something beautifully useful in this hands-on upcycling workshop. In this class, you’ll transform used animal feed bags into durable, reusable tote bags full of personality and rustic charm.

Each feed sack tells its own story—from farm store staple to one-of-a-kind fashion piece. You’ll give it a brand-new life instead of sending it to the landfill. Along the way, you’ll learn simple sewing and construction techniques to create a sturdy, functional tote you’ll actually want to show off.

Some prior sewing experience is recommended, and a willingness to create, experiment, and have fun. Perfect for anyone interested in sustainability, crafting, or making something unique with their own two hands. Leave with a finished tote and a fresh perspective on how everyday materials can be reimagined.

Please bring  to class:
• Sewing Machine
• Scissors
• Thread (regular thread is fine)
• A jeans or heavy-duty needle
• Marker
• Clips

Optional to bring:
• Nancy will have feed sacks available for the class, however you are welcome to bring your own if you would like. (These sacks are made of a plastic recyclable material, not paper. Make sure to clean out the feed sack prior to class by either wiping it out or rinse out in a tub. Then let it dry. Also trim the top and the bottom edges of the bag.)

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 12

Your Journey Begins Here! 
The ukulele has never been more popular, and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, and country tunes old and new -- even classical music.

Join instructor Duncan Perry on ZOOM, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, and who will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy! 

If you don’t own a ukulele, download the buying and care guide provided by the instructor below;

A Ukulele Buying and Care Guide

The choral ensemble is open to anyone from the community who would like to sing! No audition is required. The goal of this ensemble is to bring the power of singing to our community members. Whether you’ve sung for years, in high school, or are just finding your voice, you belong here! We will sing a variety of choral literature and perform a small concert at the end of the session. Additional opportunities to sing for community events are also possible!

The cost of dues for this community group helps cover instructor pay and use of music.

No class: 11/11, 11/25

MEET CHRISTIAN!
Dr. Christian Giddings teaches music at Noble Middle & High School and serves as Music Director of the Tri-City Community Chorus in Biddeford. With extensive experience as a conductor, composer, and educator, he is passionate about creating welcoming musical experiences for learners of all backgrounds and is excited to share that passion through Noble Adult & Community Education classes. 

Minimum: 12 | Maximum: - 

This course is open to anyone and is designed to increase your knowledge of music and its composition. The course will focus on the fundamentals of music: rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, texture, and form. Students will take that musical knowledge and learn how to compose music in various styles, including but not limited to hip-hop, trap, R&B, Pop, folk, rock, or EDM. Students will learn the basics of recording, mixing, editing, sampling, composing, and producing music in any style they choose. The course will use SoundTrap as the recording software, and students will create high-quality electronic compositions using various tools and techniques. No specific prior training is required.

No class: 10/29, 11/5

Minimum: 6   |   Maximum: 20

Every sewist knows what it’s like to cut their fabric on the floor and then sew at the kitchen table. We also know it’s a bit lonely and sometimes frustrating to find help when we are stuck on a particularly baffling pattern instruction. Whether you’re trying to complete unfinished projects or start new ones, Nancy will be on hand to guide you through the difficult spots. Bring your sewing machine and supplies, or do hand work.

NACE has irons, ironing boards, cutting mats, and rulers available to use during class time. If you need to borrow a sewing machine, please let us know ahead of the class.

Senior Rate (65+) is $45. The website will ask if you are 65+ and then automatically apply your senior discount before checkout.

No class: 10/12

Have you always wanted to try black and white photography? Are you tired of the digital world and ready to make real pictures you can hold in your hands? Come take advantage of Noble’s excellent darkroom facilities and learn the basics of developing your own black and white film! In this 3-week course we will cover everything from basic camera controls and exposure, through the art of composting good black and white photographs and then how to develop your film. The lab fee will cover the use of the darkroom and costs for chemicals and upkeep.

Participants will need to bring: their own working 35mm camera and two rolls of Kodax TRI-X 400 36-exposure film. A link for where you can purchase the film will be provided.

A lab fee of $15 is due at the start of the class.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to use a pottery wheel but felt intimidated by where to start? Join instructor Cynthia Plaisted in this 5-week beginner wheel throwing class where she will show you the fundamentals of creating on the pottery wheel. From centering your clay, to learning how to throw simple forms, this class is a great way for you to step into the fun world of pottery wheel work. No pottery experience is needed, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and resist the urge to dramatically recreate that scene from Ghost. (Patrick Swayze references are optional, but encouraged.)

Clay and glaze cost is $50, due to the instructor at the first class.

Minimum: 8  |   Maximum: 8