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Butterfly Mortar Mosaic Spring 2024

$20

with Sharon Nichols

Calendar Jun 3, 2024 at 5:30 pm

Get ready to dive into the world of mosaic art as we embark on a hands-on adventure with mortar! Join us in crafting a vibrant butterfly-shaped mosaic stepping stone, where your creativity knows no bounds. Bring along your own special pieces to add that extra touch of personal flair. The instructor will provide all the essentials, including molds, mortar, glass stones, and sea shells. Let’s turn this crafting session into a mosaic masterpiece – a whimsical blend of imagination and bling awaits! Please bring your own acrylic paints, brushes, 2-part resin kit and a box of disposable gloves.

Arts & Crafts with Michelle - Fairies & Flowers Spring 2024

$40

with Michelle Cross

Calendar Jun 6, 2024 at 2 pm

This flower pot is decorated with a parade of colorful fairies and flowers. It is sure to brighten any spot! Michelle Cross is a retired educator who has a lifelong passion for crafting of all types. Creating beautiful works of art with friends is sure to make these classes a pleasure for students of all levels. All supplies provided by Michelle, but please bring your own brushes.

Handbuilt Vases Spring 2024

$120

with Cody Clinton

Calendar Jun 8, 2024 at 10 am

Weekend Ceramics Workshops All classes are taught by instructor, Cody Clinton, and will be held at PHEC on Saturday and Sunday from 10am-4pm. Finished pieces will be dried and fired after the workshop ends, and be made available for pickup approximately 2 weeks after the workshop unless otherwise specified. In this workshop, we will explore a variety of Vase and vase-like forms using various hand-building techniques from throughout history. This course is best for small to medium vase forms but if you are feeling adventurous on day two, we heartily encourage you to use what you have learned and go as big as you like!

Mortar Leaf Casting Spring 2024

$20

with Sharon Nichols

Calendar Jun 17, 2024 at 5:30 pm

Join our unique mortar art workshop! Craft lasting masterpieces using real leaves cast in mortar. Bring your own paint, brushes, 2-part resin kit, disposable gloves, and a leaf (around 12 inches). Dive into the joy of crafting and take home a beautiful, enduring creation. Let’s play in the mortar and turn nature into art!

Arts & Crafts with Michelle - Garden Gnome Spring 2024

$40

with Michelle Cross

Calendar Jul 11, 2024 at 2 pm

This gnome with his brightly colored hat and cute snail buddy will add color to your indoor or outdoor garden! Michelle Cross is a retired educator who has a lifelong passion for crafting of all types. Creating beautiful works of art with friends is sure to make these classes a pleasure for students of all levels. All supplies provided by Michelle, but please bring your own brushes.

Alternative Firing - Saggar Firing and Horsehair Pottery Spring 2024

$120

with Cody Clinton

Calendar Jul 20, 2024 at 10 am

Weekend Ceramics Workshops All classes are taught by instructor, Cody Clinton, and will be held at PHEC on Saturday and Sunday from 10am-4pm. Finished pieces will be dried and fired after the workshop ends, and be made available for pickup approximately 2 weeks after the workshop unless otherwise specified. During this two-day workshop we will be firing a wood-fired barrel Sagger Kiln multiple times, a technique of firing pottery that is similar to ancient pit-fired pottery, with some colorful flair to it. I will also demonstrate the traditional Horsehair Raku technique. Each participant will be provided one premade piece to decorate and fire. You may also bring your bisque-fired pieces to fire, as well as additional pre-made pieces will be available for purchase. All fired pieces will be completed and ready to take home at the end of each day. If time allows, there will be a throwing demonstration each day while we wait for the kilns to finish firing.

Arts & Crafts with Shirley BEE Happy Spring 2024

$40

with Shirley Groody

Calendar Aug 8, 2024 at 2 pm

Join Shirley Groody, a seasoned artist and PVAEC instructor, in a whimsical painting adventure! Create your own charming honey bee masterpiece on a wooden truck cutout. Shirley’s expertise and engaging teaching style cater to students of all levels. All necessary supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own brushes if you have them. Immerse yourself in the joy of art and bring home a unique, buzzing creation!

Commercial Driver's Licence CDL CLass A Spring 2024
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Commercial Driver's Licence CDL CLass A Spring 2024

$7,000

with Maryann Cupero

Instruction is based on State Laws, Industry Regulations and Equipment Maintenance required for licensing. State of Maine standards for classroom and driving instruction are adhered to during the course. Students spend a good part of their instructional time operating trucks through a combination of on the range practice and road time. There will be a pre-employment drug test, and DOT physical (included with tuition costs). For more information or to enroll, please contact PVAEC Academic Coordinator, Eve Salley at 207-341-5370 (call or text) or email esalley@pvaec.org. Start Date: Spring 2024 TBA





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