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Ceramic Ornaments
with CYNTHIA PLAISTED

So many families have the wonderful holiday tradition of collecting new ornaments for each family member every Christmas. This year, add some handmade ornaments to your collection in this fun and festive ceramics class! The first class will be for ornament creation; the second class will be focused on glazing those ornaments; and the third class we will add ribbon or twine hangers to finish your lovel creations!
*$14 for supplies payable to the instructor. Supplies fee includes creating 10-12 ornaments with glaze and ribbon/twine.
No class: 12/9
Make a Holiday Wreath or Kissing Ball
with ELIZABETH GOODY

Kick off the holiday season with an evening of creativity and cheer! Join Beth to learn how to make your very own holiday wreath or kissing ball using fresh-cut evergreens. These beautiful, fragrant decorations will last the entire season and bring a festive touch to your home. Feel free to bring your own decorative touches to personalize your project! No experience needed-just come ready to have fun and get into the holiday spirit!
A materials fee of $25 is due to the instructor at the start of the class. Materials include fresh cut greens, ribbon and embellishments.
Beginner Drawing
with Gayle Fitzpatrick

Develop skills to draw what you see. Start with the basics: contour, perspective, value shading, composition, and gesture. Then move on to observational drawing using line, gesture, shape, value and texture to record and interpret reality. Bring to class all items from the materials list supplied at registration.
Drawing Class Supply List:
• Sketchbook
• Kneaded eraser
• Various pencils ( 2B – 6B )
*No class: 12/25
Make-and-Take Kimekomi Ornaments
with Dale McKibben

Add a handmade touch to your holiday season with this festive 3-night class! Join instructor Dale as you learn the traditional Japanese art of kimekomi—a fun and beginner-friendly technique where fabric is tucked into pre-scored foam shapes to create beautiful, no-sew ornaments. Each night you'll complete a make-and-take project, perfect for decorating your tree or giving as heartfelt gifts. No experience needed—just bring your holiday spirit!
A materials fee of $15 due to the instructor at the start of the class.
Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 10
Holly Jolly Ornament Paint & Sip! (Hot Chocolate Edition)
with CYNTHIA PLAISTED

Get into the holiday spirit with a cozy morning of creativity!
In this Saturday, family-friendly class, you'll paint your own premade Maine-themed ceramic ornaments—think moose, lighthouses, lobsters, and more—perfect for gifting or adding a personal touch to your holiday décor. Sip on hot cocoa while you paint, chat, and enjoy a festive, no-stress morning that’s fun for all ages. All materials (and marshmallows!) provided.
Cost of the class includes 4 pre-made ceramic ornaments, paint, and ribbon!
Learn How to Find Signs from Departed Loved Ones
with Rob Gutro

Holidays are times when spirits of loved ones give us messages. In this class you'll learn some signs to look for from your loved ones. To understand what happens after death and how to recognize communications from spirits of loved ones, this is a class for you. Learn what blocks messages and hear true encounters from others. By the end of the talk, you'll know what to look for.
Make Your Own Bargello Needlepoint Earrings
with Heather Coombs

Get into the festive spirit with this fun, one-night class just in time for the holidays! Learn the bold, colorful art of Bargello needlepoint and create a stylish pair of handmade earrings—perfect to keep or give as a thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gift. Join instructor Heather who will guide you through the basics of Bargello stitching, a retro geometric technique that's easy to learn and impossible to forget. Choose your colors, stitch your patterns, and turn your work into wearable art.
A materials fee of $15 due to the instructor at the start of the class.
*DATE CORRECTION: The date in the brochure is September 17th, but the correct date is December 10th.
Minimum: 5 | Maximum: 12
Nature Angel Ornaments
with ELIZABETH GOODY

Get crafty and festive in this heartwarming workshop where you’ll create beautiful angel ornaments using locally sourced natural materials. Beth will guide you step-by-step as you learn how to turn everyday natural finds into charming ornaments-perfect for your holiday tree or as handmade gifts with a personal touch. No experience necessary-just bring your holiday spirit and a little creativity! Feel free to bring your own nature finds to personalize your angels.
A material fee of $5 is due at the start of class to the instructor.
Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 8