Explore your love for the outdoors, art-making and the historic Biddeford Mill District! Take in the beautiful textures, shapes, light and shadow of the Mills' architecture. Learn to see the landscape as broad areas of value and shape to create sophisticated sketches. All drawing levels welcome. Please arrive by 9 AM as we will be moving to various locations. Wear comfortable shoes and layered clothing. Drawing materials included. No class 5/24.

Note: Bring an easel (not required), sunscreen, water bottle and a folding chair or blanket.

Tory Gordon is a watercolor/pen & ink artist living and working in Biddeford. Her art is inspired by people, places and things and expresses itself in a fluid style. She believes everyone has an artist within waiting to express itself in beautiful, surprising ways.

What and when to do tasks in your landscape or garden can be confusing and often dictated by the weather. Find the appropriate timing for each major component, including shrub and tree mulching, fertilizing, trimming and pruning. Move on to lawn care with a general cool season turf care calendar provided. Discuss the care of your garden: when and where seeds should be started, weeding, mulches, fertilizers, compost, lime use and harvesting. Get a brief overview of annuals, perennials, soil and composting. Bring your questions!Rob Moody has extensive knowledge from nursery development & landscape design to irrigation installation & engineering. He has worked at Moody's Nursery for 35+ years and was President of MELNA. Who knew he is also a Chef!

Get started with an overview of basic stitches including chain, turning, single and double crochet. Learn techniques to complete a basic blanket started in class. Registration closes at noon the 1st day of class.Required: One size H or larger crochet hook and whatever yarn you have on hand.Note: Need to get comfy with online classes? For more info visit https://oobsaco.maineadulted.org/online-classes/Meleena Erikson, crocheting for 15+ years, currently sells her creations in her Etsy shop. She has more than 10 years of experience teaching college and adult education courses.

Explore how birds adapt to the many challenges that Maine’s harsh winters bring to our fine-feathered friends! Discover the migratory birds that visit us including ducks and birds of prey. Focus on the feeding and identification of winter birds and the various tools available to help you accomplish this. Registration closes at noon the 1st day of class.Note: Need to get comfy with online classes? For more info visit https://oobsaco.maineadulted.org/online-classes/Linda Woodard, an avid bird watcher, has been Director of the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center for 18 years. She has taught high school biology, bird watching, marsh ecology and a wide variety of environmental topics.

Hypothyroidism is a common issue particularly for women. Medication may help only so much before fatigue, weight gain, brain fog and skin issues begin creeping in again. Explore why medication may not be the only answer and simple lifestyle strategies to get you on the road to recovery. Registration closes at noon the 1st day of class.Note: Need to get comfy with online classes? For more info visit https://oobsaco.maineadulted.org/online-classes/Dr. Aline Potvin is a Naturopathic Doctor, teacher, medical muse and healthcare advocate. Her love of working with patients is only surpassed by her deep desire to educate and support families to become independently healthy and bring that forward into building community.

Having an understanding of color theory is important for any visual artist. Discuss visual vocabulary, color relationships and explore hands-on applications of color theory and mixing. Paint your own color wheels and charts - useful resources that you can take home and use to help with future artistic endeavors!

Required: Watercolor paper, watercolor palette w/ brush, pencil, round watercolor brush (if not bought with palette), cup for water (available at Michael’s, approx. $12).

Tory Gordon is a watercolor/pen & ink artist living and working in Biddeford. Her art is inspired by people, places and things and expresses itself in a fluid style. She believes everyone has an artist within waiting to express itself in beautiful, surprising ways.

Mindfully move through a mix of standing and seated poses, focusing on the mind/body connection and awareness of the breath. Acquire an understanding of poses, how you can modify them for your own body and learn techniques to calm the mind whether on or off the mat. Laughter and questions are encouraged! Wear comfortable clothing and use a yoga mat. Registration closes at noon the 1st day of class.Note: Need to get comfy with online classes? For more info visit https://oobsaco.maineadulted.org/online-classes/Nyiesha DeLima’s love of dance helped pave her path to yoga. A professional dancer in LA for over a decade, she incorporated yoga into her daily warm ups, it became therapy for her body and a ritual practice to balance out her running workouts. She hopes to help students feel strong and confident in their bodies through breath, movement and mindfulness.

What Your Brain May be Telling You - Session 3Gut health is key to brain health! What you eat can either support or compromise brain activity. Learn about the gut-brain connection, how stress, depression or anxiety effect your gut health and what foods or supplements are vital for optimal brain and gut health. Registration closes at noon the 1st day of class.Note: Need to get comfy with online classes? For more info visit https://oobsaco.maineadulted.org/online-classes/Stephanie Walsh is a Master Nutrition Therapist, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition®, Certified Eating Psychology Coach and Personal Trainer. She uses a holistic approach, treating each person as unique.