Maine Adult Education Program
with Maureen Andrew
Next session: March 22nd, 2025
Create an adorable, chubby bird sculpture using wool and a felting needle. This fun, hands-on workshop will guide you through shaping and sculpting techniques to bring your plump feathered friend to life and make you smile! No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity!
with Polly Wolfe
Next session: March 22nd to May 10th, 2025
Learn the fundamentals of kettlebell training where we will focus on building strength, mobility, and coordination through basic exercises such as swings, squats, and presses. Your instructor will guide you on proper form, safety, and technique, ensuring an effective full-body workout. Whether you're new to fitness or kettlebells, this class will help you build a strong foundation while improving endurance and overall fitness. Participants should wear comfortable clothing (nothing baggy) and bring a kettlebell (recommended 10 lb) and a water bottle.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact the instructor via email at kettlebellclass@yahoo.com
with Craig Shipp
Next session: April 17th to May 29th, 2025
Learn the fundamentals of safe boating and earn the Maine state recognized certification that requires completion of a boating education course before operating most water craft for anyone born after 1999. Class covers safety equipment, trip planning, navigation rules and aids, state and federal regulations, anchoring, dealing with adverse conditions and emergencies, communications, trailering, knots and lines, and more! The information is useful for both ocean and freshwater boating. The course includes an examination for certification.
A materials/administration fee for the course is $10. Manuals are $35 if you want to buy one, payable at first class by cash or check ("Penobscot Bay Sail and Power Squadron").
No class 4/24.
This course is sponsored by the Penobscot Bay Chapter of the US Power Squadrons, America’s Boating Club.
with Jane MacKeil
Next session: April 12th, 2025
Get a fun workout, burn some calories and move to the music. This belly dance workshop will focus on developing confidence in your own abilities to improv moves on your own, to your own music. This is a low impact cardio workout. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring belly dance gear if you have it. Otherwise, gear will be provided.
There is a $7 fee for this class, payable by cash or check.
with Kathy Button
Next session: April 10th, 2025
Learn techniques to repair and transform worn items into unique, functional pieces. Using colorful threads, patches, and embroidery, we'll explore the art of visible mending, fostering a mindful approach to reusing and recycling fabric. This hands-on experience encourages patience, self-expression, and environmental awareness. Whether you're a beginner or skilled crafter, bring your favorite items in need of repair and discover how mending can bring new life to your wardrobe while promoting a conscious, eco-friendly lifestyle.
with Gin Randolph
Next session: March 22nd, 2025
Must have prior basket weaving experience to sign up for this class.
This carrier/organizer tray is designed with crafters in mind and is perfect for the rug hooker, punch needle artist, knitter or crocheter. Participants will weave a lovely and functional basket/tray with wooden handle and dividers to keep crafting tools and supplies organized and easily transported.
When you register, you will receive an email confirmation with a YouTube link to view a video. Please watch this prior to attending class!
