Gain a comprehensive understanding of how both adverse and positive childhood experiences sculpt the foundation of individual development and uncover the transformative potential of PCEs in early childhood.

This is part of a series hosted by Maine Youth Thriving. Please see the other classes here and here.

Have fun weaving a cute and functional potholder. Choose from different patterns and colors to create your unique potholder. Materials fee $15

Get to know the basics of starting your own sourdough. Leave with a couple of basic recipes and a container of sourdough starter to begin your own adventure! Materials fee $15

Let’s cover the basics of raising goats: housing, feeding, and fencing will all be discussed. Bring your questions!

Families who play together, stay together. Whether you have had martial arts training or are just a beginner, all families are welcome to this fun, stress-free martial arts class! Based on World Tang Soo Do, Jessica Peck-Lindsey will guide participants through gentle therapeutic exercises that lead up to focus work and traditional forms. Learn a new way to move, together!

Ages: 6+

Bring a friend and have fun at our monthly Paint Nights! Janis will guide you to create a beautiful painting in one night. Materials fee $20

Never has there been a more gentle approach to a cardio workout! Balloon Boxing incorporates the elements of slow, flowing movements, as practiced in Tai Chi, while focusing on the spontaneous adaptations to the unpredictable, floating movements of a balloon. With particular focus on breath-work, gentle stretching, no impact, and fun, Balloon Boxing is designed for all fitness levels. Can be practiced seated or standing. Materials fee $3