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Quickbooks Online Level 2
with Marcus Lander
Now know how to work with more advanced QuickBooks Online topics. Become capable with such skills as how to customize settings, banking, credit cards, foreign currencies, statements for debts collection, using tags and projects. And come away with your Certificate in Quickbooks Online.
Dumpling Artistry: Mastering Fancy Folding Techniques
with Jeff Mao
Ready to elevate your dumpling skills from delicious to dazzling? Join this unique, hands-on cooking class focused specifically on creating stunning, fancy Chinese dumpling folds! Go beyond the basics and learn techniques that will transform your homemade dumplings into edible art. We'll master several intricate designs: learn the secrets to shaping delicate Har Gow (crystal shrimp dumplings) into charming goldfish and practice the elegant, flowery plum blossom fold. We'll also make vibrant pork dumplings using different colored doughs, incorporating natural ingredients like spinach or beet as the coloring agent for eye-catching hues. While focusing on folding artistry, we'll cover making the necessary doughs and a classic pork filling to bring our creations to life. Leave this class with impressive new folding skills, recipes, and a batch of your own edible art to wow friends and family. Perfect for those with some dumpling experience or adventurous beginners eager for a creative challenge! All ingredients and tools provided. Allergen Info: Contains soy and gluten.
Wire Wrapping Jewelry Class
with Shufang Liao
Discover the art of wire wrapping and create your own handcrafted jewelry in this beginner-friendly class. Students will learn essential techniques such as making loops, coils, decorative wraps, and securely setting stones without soldering. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll design and complete at least one finished piece— a pendant as below and cords/chains if you want to change it into a necklace. All materials are included, such as copper wire, jewelry pliers, natural gem stones or beads, findings, and polishing cloths. No prior experience is required—just bring your creativity! By the end of the class, you will leave with new skills, confidence in basic wire-working techniques, and a beautiful handmade piece of jewelry to take home.
Investing at Retirement
with Sarah Blondin
Nearing or entering retirement? Maybe you're just thinking about it? Join us to learn how developing a customized strategy can assist you in identifying considerable risks to mitigate them while making the most out of your benefits and assets. This can help you plan for a financially secure retirement!
Luscious Lemon Night
with Deb Arter
Celebrate spring in Maine! In this 3 hour class we will refresh our palette by making Lemon Portuguese Tartlets, Lemon Poppy seed Scones and Easy Lemon Bars! No experience required. Debra has been teaching adult baking classes for nearly a decade. You are sure to have fun and not leave with a sour face. Bring tubs to take home baked goods you can resist eating! All materials included.
Paint Night: Pet Portrait Level 2
with Shirley Anderson
Are you ready to take your pet portrait skills to the next level? This class begins with a pre-sketched pencil drawing, which you will then enhance with appropriate shading techniques. Next, you will create your own custom color palette to ensure a precise match for your pet's unique characteristics. Throughout the class we will focus on capturing the subtleties of real fur texture and expressive eyes, with the goal of producing a remarkably detailed and realistic portrait of your pet. Five clear photos of your pet must be emailed in before class to Shirl.art5050@gmail.com. Canvas and paints are supplied.
Introduction to Upholstery: Ottoman Edition
with Kate Hedlund-Groden
Ottoman Edition! This hands-on workshop introduces students to some of the foundational skills of upholstery. Over the course of three classes, students will learn to transform a plain, wooden frame into a beautiful, custom ottoman. Through guided instruction, students will become familiar with a variety of upholstery tools and techniques. Students will also learn how to measure and cut cushioning materials, and properly assemble a finished ottoman. If you're looking to gain a new skill, this course provides a brief introduction to the art of upholstery. Course Highlights: + Learn how to transform a plain, wooden frame into usable furniture. + Hands-on practice with a variety of upholstery tools: pneumatic staple gun, rubber and wooden mallets, staple remover, pliers, and more. + Guidance on fabric selection, estimating, and manipulation. + Basic padding, assembly, and finishing. + Safety procedures and proper tool usage. Materials: Students will need to provide their own fabric. All other materials, including the ottoman frame, will be provided. Recommendations on where to purchase fabric can be found on my website: khgupholstery.com. Feel free to reach out should you prefer to discuss fabric options prior to purchasing. *Upholstery weight fabrics preferred.* All tools will be provided for use during the class. What to Bring: 2 yards of fabric *Be sure to have your fabric on hand for the first class* For additional comfort, feel free to bring a pair of gloves, safety glasses, and/or mask to wear while upholstering.
Session 1: February 25, 26, and March 4
Session 2: March 5, 11, and 12
Session 3: May 6, 7, and 13
Session 4: May 14, 20, and 21
Your Health Is In Your Hands
with Margit Ahlin
Self-Help with the Ancient Healing Art of Jin Shin. Achieve physical, mental, and spiritual harmony and healing through the application of hands as 'jumper cables' to gently balance the flow of life energy in the body. This course will teach you the physio-philosophy of the Art of Jin Shin, along with simple and highly effective, hands-on self-help techniques that promote optimal health and well-being, facilitating your own profound healing capacity through this ancient healing art. Margit Ahlin is a certified Art of Jin Shin practitioner, having studied with top instructors throughout the country since 2001. She is a member of the Jin Shin Guild and practices out of her home studio in Boothbay Harbor. www.jinshinmidcoast.com