In this immersive class, a Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project member will guide you step-by-step in creating a beautiful lotus flower lantern using colored paper and wireframes. Enjoy a captivating presentation on the lotus and lantern festival, followed by a short documentary on Korea. Complimentary books on Korean history and culture will be available for free. Don’t miss this chance to craft, learn, and explore Korean heritage!

Are you frustrated by our confusing and complex world of news and information? Are you concerned about “bias” in the news media as well as online misinformation/disinformation and the effects on our society? Explore these critical topics in a nonpartisan manner from a “news literacy” perspective and discover some useful skills from the world of news and information literacy. This five part course follows the optional “overview” session that was offered in the fall and includes five “deeper-dive” topics exploring the “ABC’s” of news literacy. A “field trip” (date to be determined) to meet with the executive editor of the Portland Press Herald, Steve Greenlee, to discuss all things news and journalism is offered as well! Instructor: George Whitbread

Create the perfect platter for your lobster dinner! Join us as we guide you through an easy technique to craft a beautiful, mouth-watering design. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll leave with a stunning and functional piece that will impress your guests and enhance your dining experience.

at Firefly Pottery, 72 Mirona Rd Suite 1, Portsmouth, NH 03801

n this online Nature Photography Workshop Steve will show you all the various camera settings you can use when taking Nature Photography utilizing your Shutter and Aperture settings for the best exposure. Including understanding and using natural light, finding the best composition, understanding the ways different focal length lenses behave, and using depth of field and the use of filters. Tripods are also a plus but not mandatory for the class! PLEASE NOTE: May 17 is in-person at Schoodic Point.

Steve will send you the Zoom link the week before class starts.

Get ready for summer by turning your sea glass and small beach stones into beautiful jewelry! In this class, we'll discuss the best drill bits to use and how to drill glass without overheating it. Bring in your favorite collection and transform them into earrings, pendants, or even rings. We'll show many examples of what you can create with your drilled treasures. No experience is required, and all materials and supplies are provided. Join us and make unique pieces from your summer finds!

Instructor: Alice Carroll

Class is located in Alice Carroll's Studio in The Button Factory, 855 Islington St. #202 Portsmouth, NH 03801