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Soap Making

$20

with ELIZABETH GOODY

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 3, 2024 at 6 pm

POSTPONED!
"Soap Making" with Beth has been postponed until April 3rd.


Learn how to make your own soap with the melt and pour method! In this one-night class, Beth will show you how you can make your very own homemade soap using essential oils. She will show you how to mix combinations of oils to make unique aromas that you enjoy, or make some for a loved one as a nice holiday gift! Please bring a microwaveable glass measuring cup and bowl. If you want your soap to be in a specific shape, you can bring your own silicone mould to pour the soap into! (Please note once you use these moulds for soap, you should not use them for cooking).

Materials fee: $7 payable to the instructor, with the option to purchase additional materials. 

Beginner Expressive Art Journaling

$50

with Pam Clark

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 4, 2024 at 11 am
2 additional sessions

Mixed media art journaling gives you the freedom to create self-expressive art without the fear of mistakes. Expressive art journaling can help to reduce stress, depression and anxiety. In this 4-week class, learn to create a visual expression of ideas, thoughts and emotions while relaxing and having fun using a wide range of art supplies and techniques.

No art skills required! Supplies for use in class are provided.

Zentangle

$15

with Patricia Weeks

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 4, 2024 at 5 pm

The Zentangle method is easy to learn, relaxing and fun! This class is for beginners and experienced tanglers. Zentangle is a meditative art form that can gain you inspiration for other creative endeavors. 

Materials for this class include:
• Pencil
• Micron Pens (Sizes 01, 08, and probably 005)
• Small notebook
• Pencil Sharpener
• Holder for supplies
• Possibly folder for projects

Senior Rate (65+) is $10. To register for the senior rate, please call 207.676.3223

* TIME CHANGE
Class will be 5:30-7:30pm (not 5:00-7:00)

Sewing & Quilt Weekends

$18

with NACE Staff

Calendar Next session starts Apr 5, 2024
1 additional session on May 3, 2024

Finish those UFOs (aka unfinished objects) or start a new one. Pick up helpful tips from fellow stitchers and make new friends! Escape those constant interruptions at home with over five hours of sewing and camaraderie. Show and tell is encouraged, and no one is too new to join in the fun! Bring handwork or your sewing machine and supplies. Iron, ironing board, cutting mats and rulers supplied.

Space is limited to 14 people so be sure to register early! 


Class times are as follows: 
Friday: 5pm-8:30pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm


* Senior Rate (65+ is $10) to register for senior rate, please call 207-676-3223

Full Course

Martial Arts with "Ragnarok Martial Arts"

$70

with Emma Wyatt

Calendar Next session starts Apr 5, 2024 at 6 pm
7 additional sessions through Jun 5, 2024

** SCHEDULE CHANGE
Starting  Friday March 15, classes will be held on Monday and Fridays, instead of Wednesday and Fridays.

Have you ever thought of getting into martial arts but you're not sure where to start? Are you looking to build the skills and confidence necessary to defend yourself? Whether you are looking for an activity to get into shape and be active or whether you're just looking to do something for fun, NACE has a class for you! We are thrilled to be working with local martial arts studio, Ragnarok Martial Arts, to bring our community members a place to learn something new. In this six-week class, you will follow the structure of the studio's curriculum and belt system. For repeat students, each session will work through the different belt levels (starting from white and working to black) upon completion of each level. 

All experience levels are welcome. Instructor Emma has been training in martial arts since the age of 4, and currently teaches with 3 other schools along with running Ragnarok Martial Arts located here in North Berwick. 

Comfortable gym clothes are required. If you would like to purchase a Gi, belt and patch, for $50, please speak to the instructor before or after class.

No class on Jan 19, Feb 21+23, Apr 17+19, Jun 7+19 

* If you are interested in competition training, please reach out to the instructor for private lessons.

Printmaking

$30

with Gayle Fitzpatrick

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 5, 2024 at 6 pm

Students will develop a basic understanding of single and multiple block processes as they learn to design and develop a relief print by carving a linoleum block.

The class will start with students learning the general process of doing relief printing, and over the next classes Gayle will teach students how to take a drawing (or the image a student would like to make a print of) and transfer it to the linolium block. She will then teach the technique for carving out the sketch, finally getting to inking up and printing the block. 

At the end of the sessions, Gayle will show you how to sign and edition your prints.

Instructor will provide materials, for a cost of $8 per person which will be payable to the instructor the first night of class. 

No class Apr 20

Ceramics Open Studio

$75

with CYNTHIA PLAISTED

Calendar Next session starts Apr 8, 2024 at 5 pm

Come join us as we explore the wonders of clay! You will develop and use it to create unique pieces of your own design through a variety of techniques. You will be encouraged to try the manual and electric wheels, roller, carving tools, and beautiful glazes to bring the pieces you imagine to life. Beginners to experts welcome.

Clay and glaze cost is $40 due to the instructor at the first class.

Please note:

* Only 8 spaces available in this class and they fill fast! Be sure to sign up early!   

No Class Feb 12, Feb 19, Mar 25, Apr 1, Apr 15

* Date Correction!
The session 5 class will be April 8th - May 20th, not March 25th - May 6th

Full Course

Gentle Yoga S6 - Drop-In

$12

with NANCY COTTY

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 9, 2024 at 5:30 pm
5 additional sessions through May 21, 2024

Join us for a class in Hatha Yoga led by certified instructor, Nancy Cotty from Peace Within Yoga. Yoga is a great way to relax and improve your health and well being. The focus will be on stretching and breathing while building our strength and finding peace. All levels are welcome. Drop-ins are welcome and new students can join anytime. All equipment will be provided for you. Information learned through yoga classes and workshops should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. 

No class Feb 20, Apr 16





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