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Spanish for Beginners: Conversational Skills & Everyday Life

with Courtney Hutchings

Sep

Next session: September 17th to October 22nd, 2026

$150 More Info

*SCHEDULE CHANGE: This class will now run on Thursdays rather than Wednesdays. Same weeks and times that were originally published, just different day.

Join us for this engaging 6-week introduction to Spanish, designed to build confidence and spark conversation. In weekly two-hour sessions, you'll explore topics such as introducing yourself, expressing likes and dislikes, ordering food in restaurants, and navigating places around town. With a focus on speaking and listening, each class blends vocabulary building, practical phrases, and cultural insights to bring the language to life. Whether you’re planning a trip, connecting with Spanish-speaking communities, or simply curious to learn, this course offers the perfect springboard. No prior experience needed!

Acadian Arts Retreats: Asian Fusion Cooking

with Chris Toy

Sep

Next session: September 18th to 20th, 2026

$695 More Info

Your instructor, Chris Toy is the author of 6 popular cookbooks, a private chef, and has taught Asian-fusion cooking for several Maine community education programs. Cooking students will learn how to prepare a variety of recipes from Asia, Europe, and the Americas incorporating traditional and local ingredients. Each meal will actively engage cooks with the tools, techniques, and stories behind the dishes being created. More about the retreat location: Escape to a Victorian Inn, the Harbor View House in Prospect Harbor on the coast of Maine, with an intimate group of artists, cooks and creatives! All meals are included in the workshop fee plus special activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops, including a private house concert by Grammy-balloted sing-songwriter, storyteller, and author Gordan Ward. For more information about the workshop, call Mary at 207-632-2251. To book your stay at the inn call 207-963-9122 or visit https://harborviewhousellc.com/. *Lodgings not included in price. **There is a $60 cancellation fee.

Acadian Arts Retreats: Watercolor Painting

with Mary Laury

Sep

Next session: September 18th to 20th, 2026

$695 More Info

Your instructor, Mary Laury, is an accomplished watercolorist and highly esteemed teacher. She encourages all her students to believe they can be successful. Painting is an exciting medium; it flows and moves and does beautiful things. If you have never painted in watercolors, we will start at the beginning. If you have painted before, you will pick up some new tips and tricks as well. We all learn together! More about the retreat location: Escape to a Victorian Inn, the Harbor View House in Prospect Harbor on the coast of Maine, with an intimate group of artists, cooks and creatives! All meals are included in the workshop fee plus special activities to extend your learning from the day’s workshops, including a private house concert by Grammy-balloted sing-songwriter, storyteller, and author Gordan Ward. For more information about the workshop, call Mary at 207-632-2251. To book your stay at the inn call 207-963-9122 or visit https://harborviewhousellc.com/. *Lodgings not included in price. **There is a $60 cancellation fee.

Life Drawing

with Ed Higgins

Sep

Next session: September 18th to October 16th, 2026

$95 More Info

You will work from a live (clothed) model, starting with shorter gesture poses to loosen up, followed by longer poses. There is no better way to learn to draw the human form than to work with a live model. This is not a media dependent class. You may work with any media you prefer. The instructor will supply paper and pencils, conté crayons or charcoal, or you can bring your own. The instructor recommends an easel, but only has 3 or 4 for use. In addition to the registration fee, you will be expected to tip the model at the end of each class (all models accept cash or Venmo). Contact Ed Higgins directly with any questions ed_higgins@icloud.com.

Found Material Mosaics

with Herenya Wilkey

Sep

Next session: September 18th to October 2nd, 2026

$65 More Info

Using broken pottery, recycled glass and other found object materials we will make truly one of a kind mosaic creations. Bring a nature photo for inspiration or take the abstract path. The first two classes will be for breaking plates, designing and gluing mosaics. The third class will be finishing with grout. Tools provided for in class use. A material fee of $20 must be paid to the instructor on the first night of class. Material fee includes substrate, glue and grout. Please bring in any chipped or thrifted plates, pots, shells, rocks etc to use in your mosaic. If it’s waterproof it can be used in a mosaic! Great for beginners or those with mosaic experience!

Candle Making (Pour)

with Shannan Heacock

Sep

Next session: September 18th, 2026

$55 More Info

Create your own custom candle in this hands-on workshop. Learn the basics of scent blending, choose from a curated selection of fragrances, and pour your own candle from start to finish. Enjoy a fun, relaxed experience and leave with a beautifully crafted candle that’s uniquely yours. What’s Included: All materials and supplies (vessels, fragrance oils, tools, etc.), guided step-by-step instruction, and a unique and memorable experience for participants. Led by Shannan Heacock of Northista Scent Bar in Saco.