Create a beautiful piece of jewelry for yourself or craft the perfect Mother’s Day gift in this hands-on jewelry making experience! We will make a 2-inch copper wire-wrapped Tree of Life Pendant and matching earrings. There will be a $30 Materials Fee which will cover the cost of the wire and stones and is payable to the instructor (cash or check) at the beginning of class. Once we have enough students for the class you will receive a Supply List via email from the Adult Ed secretary. Pictures of the jewelry and tools you will need to buy will be on our webpage at midmaine.maineadulted.org. Limit 10 students.

The so-called “oriental” or round leaf bittersweet is a creeping vine with inedible berries that is considered invasive in North America. It is a frustrating plant for gardeners and arborists, and it isn't very popular with birds either. But in this class we will make a traditional basket from its vines. We will cover identification, responsible collection, processing, and storage. We will cover the basics of stake-and-strand twining, and weaving to create a basket that you will cherish for many years to come. Limit 10 students.

Are you a photographer looking to increase your client's comfortability? Are you a frequent picture taker, looking to have better engagement when taking photos with friends & family? We all have our picture taken at one point or another in our lives, and if we're not comfortable in the moment it's taken...that shines through. This class will focus is to increase your comfortability both in front of the camera and while being behind it. Required supplies: a mindset of learning and a camera if you own one, cellphone cameras are okay! Let's create more smiles and better photographs together!

This hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the art of creating unique jewelry using UV resin. Attendees will learn essential techniques for mixing, coloring, and curing resin to craft custom pendants, earrings, and rings. The class will cover safety protocols, basic design principles, and the use of embellishments like dried flowers, glitter, and pigments to personalize each piece. By the end of the session, participants will leave with several completed jewelry items and the skills to continue crafting on their own. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class offers a fun, creative outlet and the opportunity to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry. *Materials Provided*: Resin, molds, tools, and embellishments *Skill Level*: Beginner to Intermediate

Learn fundamentals of casting from a Fly Fishers International Certified Casting Instructor. Beginners to advanced casters welcome. You will learn on a one-to-one basis how to make the basic cast, a roll cast, line management, casting in wind, aerial mends and other useful casting techniques. Special Instructions: This class will be held OUTDOORS. Bring a 4-7 wt. fly rod with a floating line. Also bring a hat and sunglasses to protect head and eyes. Instructor will provide a leader and practice fly to attach to your fly line. First class will meet in classroom before going outside to field.

Prosperity and Good Fortune: Chinese Wonton Dumplings We will make Chinese dumplings with pork filling made from scratch in class. You will learn the multiple styles of folding dumplings using wonton wrappers. Then we will boil the won ton to make a classic wonton soup or chili oil wonton. Additionally, you will learn to make our own Sichuan-style chili oil and learn about other common Chinese condiments used for dipping sauces. All ingredients, materials, equipment and recipes will be provided. Plant-based ground meat can be substituted for the pork upon request. The dumpling wrappers include gluten. Limit 12 students. Self Supporting Registration Fee: $65

Come learn more about both the artistic side--including composition and design--and the technical, such as aperture, shutter speed, loss and non-loss files, downloading to electronic formats, simple editing, and more. We will be outdoors shooting as much as daylight and weather permit. YOU MUST BRING TO EACH CLASS: CAMERA, MEMORY CARDS, CHARGED BATTERIES, ALL CORDS, and MANUAL. If it is rainy weather, please bring your LAPTOP, and if you have it, a memory card reader. Interested students 13-17 may register with a registering and participating parent or guardian. Limit 6 students.

Come join Shirley Anderson for an engaging and beginner-friendly ‘Paint your Pet’ class! In this workshop budding artists will receive step-by-step guidance to create a beautiful portrait of their beloved furry of feathered companions. No Prior experience is necessary; Shirley welcomes beginners with open arms. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this class is a fun and rewarding experience as you immortalize your pet on canvas. After signing up for this class you will need to email shirl.art5050@mail.com with 5 good quality photos of your pet.