Events
Pet Show will be July 21 at 6:30 pm. Registration not required, but very much appreciated
Concert: Kindling Stone
Kindling Stone's third venture into Maine and their third visit to the Shaker Meetinghouse follows last year's successful release of their first CD. Chris Moore and Mark Wingate, otherwise known as Kindling Stone, will bring their instrumental/vocal uniqueness to Shaker Village - their music is contemporary and original yet rooted in rich musical traditions including the Shaker heritage. Join us on Saturday, July 25 at 7 PM for a return of two talented musicians.
FEE: $15.00 (reservations required - call (207) 926-4597 or email usshakers@aol.com)
Beads Woven From Paper
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 12 Noon at Shaker Village
Instructor: Dolores Broberg
Using some elementary basketry techniques, participants will transform strips of paper into attractive beads for jewelry making and ornaments. Learn how to prepare the materials, how to weave the beads and what to do with them once you've got them. Bring scissors suitable for paper cutting, glue stick, hair spray or nail polishes can be useful if you have them. All other materials will be provided.
FEE: $20.00 (pre-registration required)
ENROLLMENT: 7 people
Over 100 farms including the Shakers and Pineland Farms will host tours. Check the www.getrealmaine.com website for details.
Casting call for the 2009 play, July 28, at 6:30 pm. Every one who wants a part is guaranteed a part.
Shaker Oval Box Workshop #1
Saturday, 10 AM - 3 PM; Instructor: Michael Graham
NEW! Basil: Growing & Using the King of the Herb Garden
Saturday, 10 AM - 1 PM at Shaker Village
Instructor: Betsey-Ann Golon
Learn about the many varieties of basil, growth tips, harvesting for fresh and dried use. The workshop will enjoy tasting a bounty of sample recipes and each person will leave with recipes and basil from the Shaker gardens.
FEE: $30.00 (pre-registration required)
ENROLLMENT: 12 people
Two New Gloucester fiber artists' studios are on the Maine Fiber Arts Tour this weekend:
Betsey Leslie's "Ewes2You" studio at Running Brook Farm, 34 Jack Hall Rd. (926-3708), and Beth Acker at Ackers' Acres Angora, 359 Gloucester Hill Rd. (926-4921). Open Sat & Sun.
Two New Gloucester fiber artists' studios are on the Maine Fiber Arts Tour this weekend:
Betsey Leslie's "Ewes2You" studio at Running Brook Farm, 34 Jack Hall Rd. (926-3708), and Beth Acker at Ackers' Acres Angora, 359 Gloucester Hill Rd. (926-4921). Open Sat & Sun.
Chair Caning (Class 2)
Saturday, 9 AM - 4 PM; Instructor: Fran Faulkner
Learn the 7-step method of chair caning. Bring a chair of your own that is clean and sound. The class is restricted to hand woven chairs (the chairs can be identified by the hole drilled through the seat and/or back for the weaving of the cane). Supplies will be provided to get you started on your first chair. Take special note to bring hand woven chair. Fran will be available the following Saturday, August 22 from 9 AM - 12 Noon for those needing more guidance.
FEE: $35.00 (pre-registration required)
Woodworking: Drawer Construction
Saturday, 9 AM - 12 Noon (session 1) OR 1 PM - 4 PM (session 2);
Instructor: Chris Becksvoort
Basic hand-dovetailed drawer construction will be demonstrated. Participants will practice layout, grooving, through dovetails and half-blind dovetails. Materials will be provided. Please bring a pencil, square, marking knife, T-bevel (or dovetail gauge), dovetail saw, chisels, mallet, block plane and clamps if you have them. Important Note: choose session 1 or session 2 when registering.
FEE: $35.00 (pre-registration required / fee includes materials)
Nature Hike (pre-registration required)
10 AM - 12:30 PM OR 1:30 PM - 4 PM
See May 23rd entry for details. Wear sturdy footwear.
FEE: $5.00 adults; $2.00 children; under 6 FREE
Call (207) 926-4597 to make reservations, or email usshakers@aol.com
Summer Reading Program comes to an and August 18 (Tuesday). The Library Players will be presenting their play that night.
