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Our Classes

Holiday Bows & Tags

$25

with Dawn Stevens

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 7, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Come join me while I teach you to make beautiful bows perfect for decorating presents or a wreath! A selection of wired ribbon will be available for each person to leave with two completed bows. Feel free to bring your own wired ribbon if you would like to make more! We will also use rubber stamps and dies to hand make gift tags with many options to explore your creative side! Pre-made kits will be provided. Please bring your scissors, a glue stick, and your preferred coloring medium (markers, pencils, etc).

Raclette: The Perfect Winter Dinner Party

$35

with Tiffany Harrington

Calendar Next session starts Dec 7, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Jan 11, 2027

This workshop will teach you all about the Swiss winter tradition of raclette, a meal that is all about cheese. Learn about creating a fun, memorable night for family and friends by throwing a raclette dinner party to get through the dark, cold winter. We’ll go over the traditional components of the meal and how it can be adapted to any diet or preference. The workshop will include a demonstration and tasting. Come ready to eat cheese. *JAN Session Snow Date: 1/25.

Beginner Line Dancing to Rock/Pop Songs

$42

with Anne Sirois

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 8, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 3 weeks
1 additional session

This is a beginner/slightly intermediate class that does not increase in difficulty. It focuses on everyone meeting for community and having fun. I choreograph light and easy, short dances to 80’s through current rock/pop songs. We break them down, then rehearse them 3-4 times before doing it to music. We usually get through 4 or 5 dances in one hour. The goal is to experience the basics of line dancing with confidence, relaxation, and joy. *This program runs for 3 weeks per session.

Understanding How Cortisol Affects Your Body and Overall Health
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Understanding How Cortisol Affects Your Body and Overall Health

$20

with Amy Burtt

*The instructor for this program is no longer able to teach due to family medical issues.

The Red Folder Project

$5

with Ashley Butterfield

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 10, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Feb 25, 2027

Designed for caregivers of individuals with dementia, developmental disabilities, or anyone needing daily support. What if you suddenly couldn’t provide care? Build peace of mind with a simple plan. Learn to organize key information, identify backup supports, explore helpful local resources, and prepare for emergencies so care continues smoothly. Presented by Ashley Butterfield of Bath-Brunswick Respite Care.

Yoga Nidra

$20

with Heather Laffely

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 10, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
2 additional sessions through Feb 25, 2027

Yoga Nidra is a meditative yoga practice, also known as "yogic sleep", that encourages a consciousness residing between sleep and awake. It is a guided meditation that focuses on relaxation and/or conscious dreaming. The class is practiced laying down, comfortable and supported with props, where the mind, body and senses are guided by the instructor into a physiological state of rest. Yoga nidra offers a break from the sensory overload often induced by busy life, screens and media. Among the many health benefits associated with yoga nidra are: improved sleep quality, stress-reduction, enhanced cognitive function, and a general sense of well-being. No previous experience necessary.

Watercolor Studio: Foundations for Beginners (Level 1)

$65

with Catherine Scanlon

Calendar Next session starts Dec 11, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

Discover the joy of watercolor in this welcoming three-week series designed for true beginners. Learn essential skills like brush control, color mixing, layering, and simple composition through guided practice and relaxed, supportive instruction. Each class builds confidence while allowing space to experiment and play. Leave with finished pieces and the skills to keep painting on your own. Meets 5–7:30pm for three weeks. $25 materials fee; all supplies provided.

Full Course

Emotional Intelligence Tools for Small Business Owners

$25

with Preethi Fernando

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 11, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Jan 22, 2027

Being calm during a conversation with an angry customer and knowing how to turn the conversation around in your favor takes emotional intelligence. A hand written thank you card can refresh a staff or customer’s spirit and lead to increased traffic for your business. Word choice matters. “What’s wrong with you? versus “What’s troubling you?” can send two different signals to a staff member who has a meltdown at work. People skills are everything, especially in hospitality, healthcare, and in any small business. This class is a must for anyone running a small business. Preethi Fernando is the author of “Emotional Intelligence in Business and Marketing.” Visit preethifernando.com. Objectives: How to practice calmness and maintain composure with an angry customer; How to use emotional intelligence in networking, such as thank you cards, post-it notes, remembering people’s names; How to handle tears in the workplace using emotional intelligence.





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