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Acadian Arts Asian Fusion Cooking Retreat: The Harbor View House

with Chris Toy

Apr

April 11th to 14th, 2025

$595 More Info

Your instructor, Chris Toy, is the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and has taught Asian fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. Cooking students will learn how to prepare a variety of recipes from Asia, Europe, and the Americas, incorporating traditional and local ingredients. Each meal will actively engage cooks with the tools, techniques, and stories behind the dishes being created. $595 includes a workshop fee, all meals, and special activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops.

Recent Acadian Arts Retreats participants commented: “I learned so much from Chris that I can use immediately at home in my own kitchen.” “Great kitchen hints!”.

4/11-4/14, The Harbor View House is in Prospect Harbor on the coast of Maine. Come join this intimate group of artists, cooks, and creatives! Evening activities include a private house concert by Grammy-balloted singer-songwriter, storyteller, and author Gordan Ward. For more information about the workshop, call Mary at 207-632-2251. To book your stay at the inn, call 207-963-9122 or visit https://harborviewhousellc.com/.

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Barre Bootcamp Session II

with Jenna Chase

Mar

March 10th to April 14th, 2025

$44 More Info

Barre Bootcamp is a low-impact workout that will produce a big burn! It combines elements of strength training, Pilates/Yoga, and dance. Small movements and many reps will help sculpt and tone muscles you didn't even know you had! This class is offered virtually through Zoom. Equipment that will be used in the class includes a chair or countertop or something to hold onto light hand weights (think 3lbs - 5lbs), a versa loop, gliding disks for hardwood floors or socks or face cloth for carpet floors, or use paper plate, and bender ball (or equivalent). Jenna is a certified Group Fitness instructor with a degree in Exercise Science. Jenna has taught group fitness classes for over a decade and enjoys helping people move their bodies to feel empowered and strong!

Session II: 6 classes, Mondays, 3/10-4/14, 6:15am-7:15am, virtual, $44

Small Fruit 101

with Joel Leak

Mar

March 11th, 2025

$20 More Info

Join Master Gardener Joel Leak and explore the many different small fruits you can grow in any sized yard. Fruits are delicious and nutritious, and many are easy to grow. Joel will cover over 20 different kinds of fruit - both native and cultivated. Many of these are familiar to you, and some you may not have thought of growing before. Joel Leak has been a Master Gardener since 2001 and has been gardening for over 50 years. He teaches Adult Education classes in vegetable gardening, fruit trees, culinary herbs, and growing berries. He lives in Falmouth, where he maintains a large vegetable garden, berries bushes, fruit trees, and an incredible edible hedge.

Tuesday, 3/11, 6:30pm-8:00pm, GMS, $20

Sebago Lake Kayak Lesson and Historical Tour Session I

with William Allen

May

May 17th, 2025

$59 More Info

Join the Registered Maine Guides at Sebago Trails for an on-the-water adventure. This two-hour course will begin with a safety briefing and lesson covering the fundamentals of recreational kayaking. Using the EZ launching system at Sebago Trails Paddling, the tour will explore a meandering stream's water-carved bends and twists, unveiling local wildlife in a rustic backdrop. Then, continue onto Jordan Bay of Sebago Lake as the guides share stories dating back to the region's settlements. Come for the beautiful lake views and leave with your new favorite hobby! This is a great experience for anyone looking to get outdoors. Perfect for first-time kayakers and experienced kayaking enthusiasts. A kayak, paddle, and life jacket will be provided. Co-owners of Sebago Trails Paddling Company, Bill and daughter Katelyn, have over 30 years of paddling experience and instruction between them. All classes will be held at Sebago Trails Paddling Co., 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond.

Session I, Saturday, 5/17, 10:00am-12:00pm, Sebago Trails Paddling Co., $59

Stained Glass Studio Session I

with Christina Thibault

Feb

February 25th to March 18th, 2025

$104 More Info

This is an open studio option for beginners who would like to hone their skills or for more confident makers who would like to have the opportunity to work on a larger piece with the company of fellow makers. Instructor: Christina Thibault. Materials are included. All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook.

Session 1: 4 classes, Tuesdays, 2/25-3/18, 5:30pm-7:30pm, $104

Handbuilding (Beginner/Intermediate) Session II

with Piper Smith

Mar

March 3rd to April 14th, 2025

$200 More Info

This class will be an introduction to hand-building with clay! In these 7-week sessions, you will learn to make both functional and sculptural pieces, ranging from cups, platters, and vessels to more sculptural work like wall pockets, garden gnomes, and funky planters…the possibilities are endless! We will explore coiling, slab building, molds, and more. We will also focus time on learning different surfacing and glazing techniques to create unique textures and designs. The small class size allows for a fun, relaxed, and collaborative learning environment for people with all experience levels. Instructor: Piper Smith. All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook.

Session II: 7 classes, Mondays, 3/3-4/14, 6:00pm-8:00pm, $200

Add to the online listing: Additional, optional work time will be offered for open studio members and current students on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays between 10 am and 1 pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. This extra, optional work time is first come, first serve for available space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays unless otherwise specified.

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