Hand sewing, darning, fixing, and mending clothing are age-old, keystone human skills. Patches can be made to be beautiful as well as functional. Needles and thread can always be made from naturally-harvested organic material, while sewing comprehension with industrial supplies remains invaluable in the modern world. Fix it, use it, wear it out - make it do, or do without. Learn the vital art of sewing, darning and mending. We'll study cross-hatch hole-mending, then employ a few simple stitches to create a functional cloth pouch. Bring your holy garments! We have an assortment of yarns and fabrics. We’ll fix as much as we can.

Bring your stones and crystals to this hands-on, interactive class. We will work together so you can build a grid to help you manifest your dreams. Did you know that crystals help you speed up the time in receiving what it is you want?  You will learn what stones work well together, how to balance your grid, and at least two ways to create grids! Come join the fun! 

There’s more to the art of divination than just Tarot cards and crystal balls. Learn something new in this Divination Salon Series and try your hand at some other unique forms of divination in this series of a la carte salons. Numerology is divination by numbers in the Pythagorean system. Numbers have sacred characters and interpretations in many different cultures. Learn how to calculate the numbers in your name and birthdate to get information about your personality, strengths, challenges, and life path with just a pencil and paper.

There’s more to the art of divination than just Tarot cards and crystal balls. Learn something new in this Divination Salon Series and try your hand at some other unique forms of divination in this series of a la carte salons. Runes are divination by ancient Norse letters. The runic alphabet was used to record events on ancient monuments and markers in Scandinavia, but they also had a poetic and magical function. Learn the basic meanings of the runes and how to cast them to answer questions and receive guidance.

Is your money working as hard for you as you do for it? Are you confident that your current investment strategy will help you reach your goals? Whether you're brand new to investing or a seasoned investor, join us to learn the power of compounding interest, managing risk, and strategically investing to reach your goals!

Explore nature through a series of art exercises designed to spark creativity and mindfulness. This all-levels class begins with a nature walk to gather inspiration and draw what we see in our sketchbooks, and finishes with longer art exercises in the studio. We’ll explore techniques for exploring the outdoors with all our senses, and drawing landscapes using watercolor pencils. Students will gain a variety of techniques for working quickly, accurately, and creatively, all while connecting to nature. Students can either buy themselves the required materials - the materials list is linked here - or they can buy material kits from the Mix, an art store in Brunswick (here is a link to a student-grade kit, and here is a link to an artist-grade kit). *Special Note: Meet at a nearby trailhead then go to Topsham location.

This course is an introduction to ‘strange tale’ writer Robert Aickman. Considered a master of strange and dark storytelling, Aickman wrote 48 short stories in his life. The Wine-Dark Sea is a reprint of a collection of short stories by Aickman. In this course, we will discuss several of these short stories, focusing on one each week. Participants will need to purchase their own copy of the anthology before class starts. You will need to come to class each week prepared to talk about the assigned story.

In this 8-week course, we’ll explore the basics of creative writing, including the various mediums, genres, and publication routes available to you, and we’ll practice the fundamental skills and habits you’ll use to become a successful writer. This class is open to students of all skill levels, and whether you’re ready to become the next Stephen King or just want to put pen to paper and have some fun, there’s a place for you here. *No Class: 4/22.