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TECH HELP

with Josh Morton

Free More Info

This is a FREE session BUT you must call to schedule a time........... Call 207-824-2136 Ext 1340

Tuesday evening’s A Hands on Workshop to provide free training and advice to help you get to know your Electronic Device whatever it may be. Participants bring their own Smartphone, Tablet, Computer, Digital Camera, Digital Voice recorder, High Tech Gadgets, or any technology they would like to get to know better…even electronic musical instruments. The Instructor will be available to help research, troubleshoot, solve technological issues, give advice and help participants establish an understanding of their electronic devices, whether it’s uploading photos, syncing a phone to a computer, recovering a password, creating a calendar event or posting to Social Media. Will also be giving tips on keeping online accounts secure. Participants must bring…. 1:Their own Device(s) * 2: Any questions, concerns, issues or goals they have with the device(s) 3: A Small Notebook and Pen * It is preferred, but not necessary in all cases, that Smartphones, Tablets and Laptops have the latest updates installed if possible and that the participant knows any relevant passwords that they may need.

This is a FREE session BUT you must call to schedule a time. Call 207-824-2136 Ext 1340

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#1 Try Out the Potter’s Wheel

with Joshua Rysted

Oct

October 18th, 2021

$40 More Info

Experience working on the potter’s wheel in this two-hour session for adults. Working on the wheel is an age-old practice of using your hands and a spinning wheel to create useful and beautiful objects out of clay. You will learn the basics of centering the clay on the wheel, opening the form, and pulling up the walls to make everything from bowls to vases. Up to three completed pieces per person will be glazed in your choice of color and will be ready for pick up approximately two weeks after class. All participants will be required to wear masks during these classes.

Waiting list available

CPR / First Aid

with Hailey Tripp

Oct

October 21st, 2021

$75 More Info

This instructor-led class includes CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) for adults, child, and infant, as well as AED (automated external defibrillator) and first aid. Students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and care for individuals in emergency situations including cardiac arrest. Emphasis will be on providing basic care until advanced medical care personnel arrive and take charge. American Heart Association CPR certification will be awarded upon successful completion of class requirements. First Aid and CPR cards are good for two years and meet the requirements for child care providers. This is a two night class with CPR on the first night.

#2 Try Out the Potter’s Wheel

with Joshua Rysted

Oct

October 25th, 2021

$40 More Info

Waiting list available

Pottery-Utensil Holder

with Joshua Rysted

Nov

November 6th, 2021

$40 More Info

Organize that mess of wooden spoons and spatulas into a handsome countertop utensil holder. In this one-day course, you will use slabs of clay to hand build a large utensil holder. The slabs can be textured and a plaque with your last name or short phrase can be added to personalize your piece.

All classes are taught by Joshua Rysted in the studio, making hand-built pieces with no previous clay experience required. Tools and supplies will be provided, and projects will be glazed in your choice of color, fired, and ready for pick-up two weeks after class. Your pottery will be microwave and dishwasher safe. We will email you with pick-up instructions. All participants will be required to wear masks during these classes.

Felting a Christmas Ornament

with Betsy Raymond

Nov

November 10th, 2021

$30 More Info

Felting a Christmas Ornament

Now that you have learned the basics of needle felting, let's make a Christmas ornament! Bring your needles and foam pad if you have them and join in on the fun. Your supplies are included in the class.