Spend your day painting a dramatically lit still life. In a step-by-step manner, students will design the still life, create an effective composition, and select a color and value palette. The workshop will detail techniques for creating luminous darks, managing edges, texturing, and maintaining color harmony. By the end, students will not only gain new technical skills, but also appreciate the use of dramatic lighting in still life painting. Please note: This is a one day 7-hour workshop with a brief break for lunch. Bring your own lunch/snacks. Students should bring their own watercolor supplies which should be of professional grade, all cotton 300 lb watercolor paper, large excellent brushes and professional grade tube watercolors. In addition, please bring several small jars for mixing pouring options.

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 - a materials list will be provided - or they can buy material kits from the instructor (additional $23 fee). *Special Note: Meet at a nearby trailhead then go to Topsham location.

This gentle class is for those looking to stretch, connect to the breath and practice traditional yoga postures, at a slow pace. We gently and safely encourage our muscle tissues to deeply lengthen and stretch, increasing range of motion and flexibility. Conscious intention and awareness are given to the breath, strengthening the nervous system and deepening the connection to mind and body. This class is designed for new, as well as, seasoned yogis looking for a mindful, gentle practice.

Nearing or entering retirement? Join us to learn the power of having a customized strategy to make the most of your benefits and assets, identify considerable risks, and plan for a comfortable, financially secure retirement.

Come learn more about Tarot and Oracle cards. When to use either, why you would want to use them, and what they can tell you. Each type has a different purpose and both can give you the messages you are looking for. Beginners are welcome and you don't have to have cards to attend. Instructor: Jeannie Sullivan from HeartFelt Energies.

We will discuss basic design aspects of European Geomancy and ancient Feng Shui. Why do we feel comfortable with some houses and awkward with others? How can our living space improve prosperity? Learn how to interpret visual signs in the environment, such as cul-de-sacs, hidden entrances, ceiling beams or slanted roof lines. We will cover Feng Shui tips for House Hunting whether you are buying, selling, or re-modelling. This will be a fun class. Bring your questions and home or office pictures to share. Werner Brandmaier is Austrian and has worked as an Electrical Engineer in the high-tech medical field for more than a decade before he founded the Institute of Feng Shui & Geopathology in Portland, Maine in 1999.

EMS response in rural areas like Maine is too long to save a life of someone who is bleeding out! The ABC’s learned in first aid classes do NOT cover what to do when there is a major bleed. Hands on learning for: effective bleeding control, estimating blood loss, compression bandage use, tourniquets, wound packing, penetrating injuries, treatment for shock and emergency transfer. A supplies list will be provided in advance.

In a non-threatening safe environment with no live ammunition present, learn the basics of: handgun safety at home; how to handle a pistol safely; parts of a pistol and ammunition; fundamentals of pistol shooting including holding, stance and aiming; common malfunctions; cleaning; and selecting a pistol just right for you. The two-hour semi-private range time is separately scheduled and has a fee of $60 payable to the instructor. If you go to the range, you’ll fire either your own pistol or one from the instructor and try to put five rounds of ammunition through 4 separate target circles at ten feet using only 20 rounds. You will need 50 rounds of ammunition for your personal handgun. If “renting” a pistol from the instructor, she will have 50 rounds of ammunition for you for a cost of $25. To pass this nationally rated course and get certified you must: attend all sessions and actively participate, pass a written examination, and pass the ten-foot shooting qualification, all within two weeks of the last class session. Certification can be used to apply for a Concealed Carry Permit. Two week classroom sessions 5:30 – 8:30pm. $125 plus two-hour semi-private range instruction.