Events
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
CRAFTS DEMONSTRATION: R&R Spinners
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
(No pre-registration required)
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)
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)
July 18- Let’s Salsa! Cooperative Extension’s Master Food Preservers teach us how to preserve all those tomatoes, peppers and spices! Suggested donation: $5.00 1 p.m.
AMVETS Hall, Rte 100
Saturday, 9:30 am - 4 pm; Instructor: Pat Libby
The most well-known Shaker style basket amongst all of the Shaker heritage is the cathead basket - named for its four pointed base that looks like cat's ears. This basket will be made from either natural or multi-colored reed and can serve many uses. Super for beginners and beyond.
Enrollment: 10
Fee: $35.00 (pre-registration required)
(Bring your own lunch - lemonade will be provided)
12 noon - 4:30 pm
Shaker Village opens at 12 noon as a part of this state wide celebration of Maine agriculture. Enjoy wagon rides and barn tours, Scottish Highland cattle, and sheep, the Shaker Store, barbecue meals, and tours of our Herb Department and gardens, Museum Reception Center with gifts and exhibits, and our new architecture exhibit. Admission is free.
(www.getrealmaine.com)
August 1-Wellness Week for you and your four-legged friend! Pet nutritionist and owner of ThePetPeople.com, Dayna Fellows, will be on hand to talk to you about the best diet for your doggie from 11-12. Then join the new owners of Curves in Gray, Peggy Schiereck and her mom, to discuss nutrition and healthy lifestyle practices from 12:30-1:30. FREE.
AMVETS, Rte 100
Saturday, 10 am - 1 pm; Instructor: Betsey-Ann Golon
Canning and preserving the herbal harvest is the reward for the hours spent in the garden. Celebrate with us by making, tasting, and taking home recipes to enjoy later. We'll pick herbs from the Shaker garden and then create an herbal bounty of flavor. White wine vinegar with lemon thyme, tarragon mustard and cinnamon basil oil are just a few recipes we'll try. Participants will leave with recipes, resources, herbs and samples.
Enrollment: 12
Fee: $40.00 (pre-registration required)
Jul 30, 2010 - The First Annual New Gloucester Historical Society Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, August 7th from 9 am to 1 pm at the Town Hall Parking Lot, 385 Intervale Rd. (Route 231), New Gloucester, ME. Featured items include antiques, cameras, furniture, pet items, household items, holiday materials, yard, garden, vinyl records, sheet music and much more.
