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Spinning Demonstration CRAFTS DEMONSTRATION: R&R Spinners FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (No pre-registration required) Heirloom Seeds Saturday, 10 am - 1 pm; Instructor: Betsey-Ann Golon Shaker communities were growing and selling seed by the late 1700s here in America. You will visit the Shaker gardens and learn about early varieties, how to save seed and where to join seed swaps. You will leave class with heirloom seed catalogs, vegetable, flower and herb seeds, heirloom plants and a keener appreciation for our garden heritage. Enrollment: 12 Fee: $40.00 (pre-registration required) Shaker Style Bench Saturday, 9 am - 4 pm; Instructor: Chris Becksvoort Every home can use a bench and your home is no exception. This 14" high pine bench of Shaker design can also be used as a small side table. Although relatively simple looking, it requires a series of interlocking, wedged mortise and tenon joints. The bench will be completed during the workshop, awaiting the finish of your choice. Please bring a square, knife, marking gauge, saw, chisels and mallet. Enrollment: 10 Fee: $40.00 (pre-registration required) (Bring your own lunch - lemonade will be provided) Nature Hike (pre-registration required) Nature Hike (pre-registration required) 10 AM - 12:30 PM OR 1:30 PM - 4 PM See May 29th 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

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