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Intro To Woodshop

$150

with Eric Dunder, Marrion Ladd, Portland Adult Education

Calendar May 18, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

Gain Hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning rough-sawn piece of hardwood in to a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Pottery; "Vases"

$45

with Joshua Rysted, MSAD#44 Adult & Continuing Education

Calendar May 18, 2024 at 10 am

This is a hand-built pottery class. 

In this one-day ceramic hand-building course, you will learn to make a slab constructed vase. Textures will be used to create dynamic surfaces on a vase that will make a beautiful addition to your home. Your finished project will be glazed in your choice of color. It will be ready for pick up approximately two weeks after class. No previous clay experience is required for this class. All tools and supplies will be provided by the clay studio. 

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Sheep in the Valley: A Painting with Fiber - MS

$50

with Bunny Caldwell, Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education

Calendar May 18, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

In this class you will make a felted picture using wool, bamboo, and silk--no experience necessary! You will leave with finished and matted work of art, which will be suitable later for an 8 x 10 frame if you choose. The instructor, Bunny, recently had the opportunity to study under Fiber Artist, Moy Mackay in Peebles, Scotland and has brought her new skills to you! You can visit Facebook--Bunny Caldwell Paints with Wool to see examples of the finished product we will make in class. All materials will be provided. There will be a $10 materials fee (cash or check, only) due to the instructor at the start of class. Please bring a snack, as the class will have a short break around noontime. Limit 10 students.

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FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER, SESSION 2

Free

with Megan and Erl Brown, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education

Calendar May 18, 2024 at 10:30 am, runs for 1 week

Tired of paying rent? Wondering how you can buy a home and start building equity instead of paying someone else's mortgage? Come learn all about the home buying process from industry experts! This is a chance to have all your questions answered. Best of all, participants can earn a closing cost credit by attending this class! Join us and learn how you can take the next step towards home ownership! Pre-registration is not required but is very helpful due to available space.

     Megan and Erl Brown, Realtor Team

     Maine Real Estate Experts

     BrownMaineRealty.com

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Sebago Lake Kayak Historical Tour - Session I

$59

with Sebago Trails Paddling, Westbrook Adult Education

Calendar May 18, 2024 at 11 am

Join the Registered Maine Guides at Sebago Trails for an on-the-water adventure. This two-hour course will begin with a safety briefing and lesson covering the fundamentals of recreational kayaking. Using the EZ launching system at Sebago Trails Paddling, the tour will explore the water-carved bends and twists of a meandering stream unveiling local wildlife in a rustic backdrop. Then continue onto Jordan Bay of Sebago Lake as the guides share stories dating back to the settlements of the region. Come for the beautiful lake views and leave with your new favorite hobby! This is a great experience for anyone looking to get outdoors. Perfect for first time kayakers and experienced kayaking enthusiasts. A kayak, paddle and life jacket will be provided. Co-owners of Sebago Trails Paddling Company, Bill and daughter Katelyn, have over 30 years of paddling experience and instruction between them. All classes will be held at Sebago Trails Paddling Co., 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond

Sebago Lake Kayak Lesson & Historical Tour

$49

with Sebago Trails Paddling, Windham/Raymond Adult Education

Calendar May 18, 2024 at 11 am, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on May 19, 2024

Join the Registered Maine Guides at Sebago Trails for an on the water adventure. This two hour course will begin with a safety briefing and lesson covering the fundamentals of recreational kayaking. Using the EZ launching system at Sebago Trails Paddling, the tour will explore the water-carved bends and twists of a meandering stream unveiling local wildlife in a rustic backdrop. Then continue onto Jordan Bay of Sebago Lake as the guides share stories dating back to the settlements of the region. Come for the beautiful lake views and leave with your new favorite hobby! This is a great experience for anyone looking to get outdoors. Perfect for first time kayakers and experienced kayaking enthusiasts. Sebago Trails Paddling will provide: Kayak, Paddle, Lifejacket

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Dunstan Cemetery Walk

$12

with Ron Romano, Scarborough Adult Education

Calendar May 18, 2024 at 12 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on May 18, 2024

Scarborough's Dunstan Cemetery holds a great collection of early 1800s slate grave markers from the shop of our region's first stonecutter, Bartlett Adams. Additional interesting monuments in marble and zinc, plus a few surprises, can also be found. You'll see what the best that Dunstan has to offer on this guided walk with cemetery historian and author Ron Romano. This walk is on even ground, but wear comfortable shoes as we will stroll the cemetery for about an hour. Held rain or shine, unless there is extreme weather. Maximum 20 participants per tour. Parking information will be shared before the walk. 

COLLAGE ART

$5

with Ann John, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education

Calendar May 18, 2024 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Collages can be used to express ideas, create works of art, or both! This versatile art form originated in the 1900s and was used by Picasso, Braque, and others as they experimented with different styles. Join Ann in exploring different colors, textures, and ideas to create a unique work of art. Variety is, after all, the spice of life. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

 

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