Casco Public Library is holding various Winter Workshops, detailed below, during the next few months. The workshops are open to adults and older teens. Call the library at 627-4541 for more information and to register. Some workshops have limited enrollment. Most will take place from 2 to 4 p.m.
Jan. 8
TIKI CARVING
Try this intriguing art and create your own sculpture. Bring a sharp pocket knife with a short blade. John Phillips will be your guide.
Jan. 15
MEMORY PRESERVATION
Bring several pictures, learn techniques from scrapbook artist, Tammy Potter, and take home a keepsake.
Jan. 22
VEGETARIANISM OR “WHAT DO YOU EAT?”
Longtime vegetarian, Lisa Willey, will explain how she prepares food for her active family.
Jan. 29
FLY-TYING
Opportunity for beginning fly-tiers – learn what’s involved & how it’s done. Hands on workshop with Dave Morton. (make wonderful earrings too)
Feb. 5
CALLIGRAPHY: HISTORY & MECHANICS
Learn the history of this art form & try it for yourself with the guidance of calligraphy artist, Andrea Asken-Dunn.
Feb. 12
WOODWORKING
Demonstration for beginners with Technical Education teacher, Trevor Tidd. Project depends on number of participants. Please call to register.
Feb. 19
BASKETWEAVING
Demonstration and hands on workshop with fiber artist, Laurie Phillips.
Feb. 26
FLORAL DESIGN
Create your own arrangement with the help of professional florist, Jessica Fay, owner of Raymond Village Florist. Minimal charge
Mar. 5
CREATIVE MEMORIES SCRAPBOOKING
Learn how to make your own scrapbook with artist, Leslie Brooks. Supplies available.
Mar. 12
RUG-HOOKING
Natalie Sanborn, member of Tin Pedlars & Mainely Woods Hooking Guild, will have a display of hand-hooked rugs and a demonstration of technique.
Mar. 19
MEDICARE RX
If you’re still confused about which plan to choose, take advantage of this workshop with individual help. Registration required.
Mar. 26
BEGINNING DRAWING
Learn the elements of drawing and receive personal guidance from professional artist, Anne Weber.
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