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Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

Maine Adult Education Program

Arts & Crafts

in Personal Enrichment

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Plein Air Painting: Clarry Hill

with Gary Roberts

Jul
21

July 21st, 2025

$29 More Info

Wonderful vistas and plants make a stunning background for this fun plein air painting class overseen by Maine Guide and painter Gary Roberts. Standing easels, stools, painting supplies, a surface to paint on (canvas, watercolor paper, etc.) of any size, sunscreen, and bug spray should be among the materials brought with you for this one-day class. Please also bring a bottle of water (or two) and lunch. Class will meet at the parking lot for Union Common.

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Painting Maine Birds

with Gary Roberts

Mar
13

March 13th to April 17th, 2025

$29 More Info

During this six-week course you'll learn about Maine birds, their habitats, behaviors, and songs, while you paint. At the first session we will each pick a bird from a supplied selection of photos then draw preliminary sketches. During the next five sessions we will paint and talk about the birds we selected. This course is open to beginning and experienced painters. Bring the canvas, medium, and brushes of your choice.

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Papercutting Around the World

with Leslie Miller

Mar
10

March 10th to 31st, 2025

$79 More Info
PAPER CUTTING! Sounds simple—a piece of paper, a tool with which to cut. Three-thousand-year-old scissors were found in China, where we are pretty sure paper was invented, way before the papyrus in Egypt. What can you do with this "simple" paper and cutting tools? You will explore the world of papercutting, an artform found in countries all over the world. Bring your experiences and curiosity! A $5 materials fee is included in registration.
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Needle Felting for Beginners: Gnomes

with Mary Sabins

Apr
1

April 1st, 2025

$45 More Info

Come learn the basics of needle felting and make an adorable gnome approximately six inches tall that will fit in the palm of your hand! This course is designed for beginners but experienced needle felters are welcome. Fiber color options will be available to choose from, so you can customize your gnome to your liking. All materials will be provided. Materials fee of $15 is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the class—cash or check. Storm make-up date will be April 8, please mark your calendar just in case. Limit 10 students; ages 14+ welcome.

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Oil Painting: What’s Hidden in the Trees

with Linda Leach and Sandy Clement

Mar
25

March 25th to May 6th, 2025

$59 More Info
Into the woods we go to discover the many species of trees and the companions they protect. Our main focus for this semester will be the wonderful trees of Maine, but hidden amongst the branches or behind the tree trunks can be glimpses of the creatures that live among them. Supplies needed: oil paints, 2-3 brushes, a painting or palette knife, a 16 x 20 canvas, and a palette or palette paper. A general materials list can be obtained through the Adult Ed office. Class skips 4/22.
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Molded Leather Cuffs

with Susan Hurst

Mar
3

March 3rd to 5th, 2025

$35 More Info

Cut, mold, and dye your own beautiful leather cuffs. You'll receive materials to make two cuffs during this two-night workshop. You can choose from three different designs. The first night we'll cut the shapes and mold them. The second night, we'll dye them and add a finish. You'll go home with two lovely cuffs. Registration includes materials fee. Bring a pair of scissors if you have them.