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Yoga 3-in-1

$78

with Barbara McGranahan

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 27, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This yoga class blends Hatha, Yin, and Restorative practices, offering a gentle yet comprehensive introduction to mindful movement, deep stretching, and profound relaxation. We will begin each session by focusing on breathwork and foundational postures to warm the body and cultivate a sense of presence. Next a transition to stretches that target deep connective tissues, promoting flexibility and releasing tension in the hips, pelvis and lower spine. Finally we will conclude with a restorative sequence, using props to support the body in passive poses allowing deep relaxation and rejuvenation. Please bring a yoga bolster or personal cushion, blanket; yoga blocks provided.

Intro to Latin Dance II: Bachata, Salsa & Rumba

$78

with Barbara McGranahan

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 27, 2025 at 7:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Come learn some more advanced Latin dance moves with Barbara! You will learn about Bachata, Salsa & Rumba. Add to your Latin Dance experience with Afro-Cuban origin that became internationally popular in the last century. Rumba, the "Dance of Love" has your hips swaying and close partner connections. A popular choice for slow partner dances of both Latin and pop music. The Bachata is a playful Latin dance from the Dominican Republic. This style is danced with soft hip motions, turns and side-to-side footwork. The music of Bachata is very recognizable for its predominant use of the electric guitar combined with Caribbean and Latin musical influences. Salsa is a Latin dance, associated with the music genre of the same name, which was first popularized in the United States in the 1960s in New York City. Salsa is an amalgamation of Cuban dances, such as mambo, pachanga and rumba, as well as American dances such as swing and tap. The basic Salsa dance rhythm consists of taking three steps for every four beats of music.

Introduction to Upholstery: Dining Chairs Edition

$275

with Kate Hedlund-Groden

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 29, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 3 weeks

Dining Chair Edition! This hands-on workshop introduces students to the foundational skills of upholstery. Over the course of six classes, students will learn to transform 4-6 outdated dining chairs into beautiful, functional pieces. Through guided instruction, students will become familiar with a variety of upholstery tools and techniques. Students will also learn how to select fabrics, measure and cut cushioning materials, and properly assemble a finished seat. Whether you're looking to refresh your dining room or gain a new skill, this course provides the perfect introduction to the art of upholstery. Course Highlights: + Learn how to reupholster dining chair seats using modern and traditional techniques. + Hands-on practice with a variety of upholstery tools: pneumatic staple gun, wooden mallet, staple remover, and pliers. + Guidance on fabric selection, estimating, and manipulation. + Basic seat assembly, padding, and finishing. + Safety procedures and proper tool usage. Materials: Students will need to provide their own fabric. All other materials will be provided. Recommendations on where to purchase fabric can be found on my website: khgupholstery.com. All tools will be provided for use during the class. What to Bring: Your chairs and fabric! *Be sure to have your new fabric selected by the second week of classes.* Please email a picture of your chairs to khgupholstery@gmail.com. This will help me estimate materials for the group and anticipate any details to mention. I recognize that vehicle sizes may prohibit people from bringing all of their chairs to the class. Please reach out should this be the case. If preferred, bring a pair of gloves, safety glasses, and/or mask to wear while removing materials from the chair. Old foam can be dusty!

Vintage Junk Journal: Create Your Own Beautifully Imperfect Keepsake

$45

with Susan Stacey

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 29, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Discover the art of junk journaling in this fun, hands-on class! In this class, you'll learn how to turn everyday materials—like old book pages, scrap paper, fabric bits, and ephemera—into a one-of-a-kind vintage themed journal full of personality and charm. We’ll cover basic binding, layout, and creative embellishing techniques. All materials provided. *Registration deadline is 10/22.

Simple Scones

$60

with Deb Arter

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 29, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Join Debra to try 5 new scone varieties. We will make Savory Hotel standard as well as Butterbeer Scones (like Harry Potter!), Pistachio Cranberry, Rosemary Cheddar and Carrot Cake Scones. All ingredients provided. Bring your apron and containers to take home samples! Class size limited so sign up early! All materials included.

Paint Night: Black Crow

$55

with Shirley Anderson

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 30, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

A bird that will eat almost anything is the perfect subject to paint this Halloween. Glossy black iridescent plumage is possible to paint with just a few brush strokes. In this class you will learn to paint feathers by layering and dry brushing. 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 you’ll find this to be a fun and engaging class. Canvas and paints are supplied.

Learn to Sew a Basic Wardrobe

$150

with Susan Ellis

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 30, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Jan 8, 2026

Classes cover sewing basics like the tools you’ll need to get started, threading a needle, sewing by hand, and how to purchase and use a machine as well as how to choose and use a sewing pattern to put together a wardrobe of basic clothing pieces. We’ll make a drawstring bag in class, and a simple piece of clothing. There is a $45 tools and materials fee payable to the instructor on the first night of class (includes fabric and pattern for your bag but not for the clothing piece). *No Class: 11/27.

Maine Death w/ Dignity Act

Free

with Valerie Lovelace

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 30, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Mar 5, 2026

There is still a lot of misunderstanding and misinformation about Maine's compassionate end-of-life care option. Many providers and patients in Maine are still not familiar with Maine's Death with Dignity Act. In effect since September 2019, the law permits physicians to practice medical aid-in-dying under specific circumstances. Know the facts and, if qualified, the right to access medical aid in dying if they choose. Join this class to get fact-based information and all the details you need to know about Maine's law, how to have the conversation with your physician, and how to qualify for the law or support your loved one who may be qualifying. (No materials/supplies required).





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