The CPR class includes adult, child, and infant CPR and AED use, adult, child, and infant choking, and how and when to call emergency services. The course cost includes the use of the manikins, video, certified instructor, practical components, and a certificate of completion. The video portion has been shortened, and the practical time has been increased to ensure everyone has enough time to gain confidence in their skills. This class is taught to the standards established by the American Heart Association. The workbook is not included in this class. If you would like a workbook, please indicate on your registration form (one workbook covers CPR and first aid). The cost is $10 for the book, payable to the instructor.

Session III, Thursday, 4/17, 6:00pm-9:00pm, GMs, $60

This class will be an introduction to hand-building with clay! In these 7-week sessions, you will learn to make both functional and sculptural pieces, ranging from cups, platters, and vessels to more sculptural work like wall pockets, garden gnomes, and funky planters…the possibilities are endless! We will explore coiling, slab building, molds, and more. We will also focus time on learning different surfacing and glazing techniques to create unique textures and designs. The small class size allows for a fun, relaxed, and collaborative learning environment for people with all experience levels. Instructor: Piper Smith. All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook.

Session III: 7 classes, Mondays, 4/28-6/16 (no class on 5/26), 6:00pm-8:00pm, $200

Add to the online listing: Additional, optional work time will be offered for open studio members and current students on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays between 10 am and 1 pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. This extra, optional work time is first come, first serve for available space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays unless otherwise specified.

Chris Toy will be in the house providing expert hands-on instruction and lots of fun!  Learn how to season, care for, and use a Chinese wok and cleaver.  You’ll take home a specially selected kit with a seasoned wok appropriate for all heating sources, long handled wok spatula, a sharpened professional restaurant grade cleaver, honing steel, an edge guard, a large cutting board, and one of Chris’ popular cookbooks. (kit valued at over $200).  Of course, to learn all these steps, there must be food involved!  Bring a container for leftovers! Chris Toy is a retired Maine educator, cooking instructor, author, and Registered Maine Guide. He also enjoys beach combing, where he finds his craft supplies. When he’s not cooking he creates rustic upcycled crafts by combing the coastline for driftwood, beach stone, and recycled wire from political signs. His work can be viewed on Facebook at Acadian Driftwood Arts.

Tuesday, 4/29, 5:00pm-8:00 pm, GMS, $195

Please note our policy: Cooking classes require a 5-day cancellation notice as they require the advance purchase of perishable products.  No shows and late cancellations will not be refunded.

Join us in this fun, in-depth exploration of clay! This class will provide an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel and becoming acquainted with our studio and materials. In these 7-week sessions you will learn about all the stages of working with clay: throwing, trimming, surfacing, firing, glazing, and beyond! Our small class size and experienced teachers allow for plenty of individual instruction and learning at your own pace, so whatever experience level you are coming in with works for us. You will leave with your own unique body of work and an exciting new skill/hobby!  All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook. 

Tuesday Evening, Session III: 7 classes, 4/29-6/10, 6:00pm-8:00pm, $250

Additional, optional work time will be offered for current students and members on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10am-1pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. This optional work time is first come, first serve for available wheel use and table space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays.

Join us in this fun, in-depth exploration of clay! This class will provide an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel and becoming acquainted with our studio and materials. In these 7-week sessions you will learn about all the stages of working with clay: throwing, trimming, surfacing, firing, glazing, and beyond! Our small class size and experienced teachers allow for plenty of individual instruction and learning at your own pace, so whatever experience level you are coming in with works for us. You will leave with your own unique body of work and an exciting new skill/hobby!  All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook. 

Wednesday Afternoon, Session III: 7 classes, 4/30-6/11, 2:00pm-4:00pm, $250

Additional, optional work time will be offered for current students and members on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10am-1pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. This optional work time is first come, first serve for available wheel use and table space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays.

Join us in this fun, in-depth exploration of clay! This class will provide an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel and becoming acquainted with our studio and materials. In these 7-week sessions you will learn about all the stages of working with clay: throwing, trimming, surfacing, firing, glazing, and beyond! Our small class size and experienced teachers allow for plenty of individual instruction and learning at your own pace, so whatever experience level you are coming in with works for us. You will leave with your own unique body of work and an exciting new skill/hobby!  All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook. 

Wednesday Evening, Session III: 7 classes, 4/30-6/11,  6:00pm-8:00pm, $250

Additional, optional work time will be offered for current students and members on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10am-1pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. This optional work time is first come, first serve for available wheel use and table space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays.

Open studio is offered for those who are interested in using our space and materials to make clay work independently from a class and is available for use only by those who have taken at least one ceramics class at our studio or for those with prior experience that has been approved by the studio manager. Open studio members can choose to handbuild, throw on the wheel, or both! Registration will include 25 pounds of clay, use of wheels and tools, a storage shelf, and the glazing and firing of work made in that month. All clay must be purchased through Gorham Arts Alliance and all firings will be done by the studio manager. You are welcome to purchase your own cone 5/6 glazes to use in firings if you want something other than what is provided. All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook. 

AM Session V: 4 classes, Thursdays, 5/1-5/22, 10:00am-1:00pm, $140

Additional, optional work time will be offered for open studio members and current students on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10am-1pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. Members are welcome to attend as many or as few times during the week as they choose, but Thursdays will be the only day where there is guaranteed space. The extra, optional work time is first come, first serve for available wheel use and table space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays.

Open studio is offered for those who are interested in using our space and materials to make clay work independently from a class and is available for use only by those who have taken at least one ceramics class at our studio or for those with prior experience that has been approved by the studio manager. Open studio members can choose to handbuild, throw on the wheel, or both! Registration will include 25 pounds of clay, use of wheels and tools, a storage shelf, and the glazing and firing of work made in that month. All clay must be purchased through Gorham Arts Alliance and all firings will be done by the studio manager. You are welcome to purchase your own cone 5/6 glazes to use in firings if you want something other than what is provided. All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook. 

PM Session V: 4 classes, Thursdays, 5/1-5/22, 5:00pm-8:00pm, $140

Additional, optional work time will be offered for open studio members and current students on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10am-1pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. Members are welcome to attend as many or as few times during the week as they choose, but Thursdays will be the only day where there is guaranteed space. The extra, optional work time is first come, first serve for available wheel use and table space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays.