Join Museum Director Tara Raiselis for a tour of the Saco Museum, a treasure trove of local history! Since its founding in 1866 (under its original name, York Institute), the stated purpose of the organization was "to promote the study of natural history; encourage science and art; and also to collect and preserve whatever relates to the natural and civic history of York County." Evolving over the years to meet the changing needs of the community, the museum's galleries are set up to allow revolving exhibitions showcasing the extraordinary collections, special interpretive exhibits, and work by contemporary Maine artists. Permanent exhibits include paintings, furnishings, and household objects with documented histories of ownership in the Saco valley in the 18th and 19th centuries. The second floor includes a room furnished to reflect a mill girl's boarding house bedroom from the 1840s. The museum also has a display of antique natural history specimens, including birds of New England. Preregistration required as space is limited, registration closes at noon on 2/28.

Tara Vose Raiselis has served as Museum Director at Dyer Library & Saco Museum since 2012. She holds a BA & MA in History from Pennsylvania State University, and an ABD from the College of William and Mary, also in History. Prior to her time in Saco, she worked at Strawbery Banke in Portsmouth, NH, and served as curator of the History Media Center at the University of Delaware.

This Class is dedicated to helping you with understanding how to use your smartphone photography, how to take a create great Images on your phone, what editing apps to use, how to share and print your images.

Join Steve as we go over how to find out how to use essential controls on your phone along with the best free and low-cost tools for editing and image management.

SESSION 2 ONLINE: March 4,11,18 from 7:30-9:00

Safely Creating Online AccountsCreate an online account, discuss how to recover your passwords, navigate issues for privacy and safety and much more!

MAR 5 6-7pm @ Leeds Town Hall/$10 AE Admin Fee

Enjoy a fun evening creating 2 wire-wrapped rings with Elise Marie DeSigns! Learn how to use bead wrap wire and select beads, how to find your ring size, and use a ring mandrel!

You don't need to bring anything as Elise will bring the materials and guide you through the process step-by-step. We hope to see you there! Elise has a degree in Textiles, Merchandise & Design from the University of Rhode Island. She has always loved the "design your own jewelry" approach and tries to preserve that experience. Elise has a custom-built studio space that allows her to have a workshop set up where she can fulfill wholesale orders while also creating a beautiful environment for shopping experiences.

Check out her website at https://elisemariedesigns.com/ to see Elise's designs or custom build the perfect piece for you or your lucky gift recipient!

MARCH 6th 5-6:30pm

In this online class, discover poses that will calm the nervous system, stretch your muscles and help you relax!

TUES 9-10am/$35 per

SESSION 2: MAR 11-APR 15

SESSION 3: APR 29-JUNE 3

Is there anything more glorious than sitting down at a table full of fun art supplies and letting your imagination soar!

Amy will provide the opportunity for major creative exploration every Tuesday once a month!

For ages 6 years and up!

Enjoy a fun evening creating 2 wire-wrapped rings with Elise Marie DeSigns! Learn how to use bead wrap wire and select beads, how to find your ring size, and use a ring mandrel!

You don't need to bring anything as Elise will bring the materials and guide you through the process step-by-step. We hope to see you there! Elise has a degree in Textiles, Merchandise & Design from the University of Rhode Island. She has always loved the "design your own jewelry" approach and tries to preserve that experience. Elise has a custom-built studio space that allows her to have a workshop set up where she can fulfill wholesale orders while also creating a beautiful environment for shopping experiences.

Check out her website at https://elisemariedesigns.com/ to see Elise's designs or custom build the perfect piece for you or your lucky gift recipient!

MARCH 13 5-6:30pm

Strength & Balance for Seniors ONLINE

Work on strengthening and stretching the muscles and improving cardiovascular and bone density health.

MONS 8:30-9:30am/$35 per session

SESSION 1: JAN 20, 27, FEB 3,10, 24 & MAR 3

SESSION 2: MAR 17, 24, 31 APR 7, 14 & 28