Classes and Events
Drawing & Making - Gr. 4-5
Tuesdays: February 24 - March 31 from 3:30-5:30 pm
The first half of these sessions is drawing; learning perspective, shading, texture, etc. The second half we make a craft like origami, paper crafts, dioramas, etc. Teacher: Tina Kennedy
MiniMakers for Kindergarten to Gr2
Tuesdays, February 24 - March 31 from 3:30-5 pm
Explore a variety of media working both as a group and independently at stations. Lots of pretend and creating from our imaginations while gaining good maker skills with scissors, glue, paint, etc. Instructor. Mary McDonald brings many years of experience with this age group.
Kids Carving Club
Wednesdays: February 25 - April 1 - 3:30-5 pm
Grades 3-5
Learn traditional carving techniques using special point-free knife created for kids. Expert carver, Eric Goodson, leads them through carving dice, whistles, gnomes, and more.
Drawing for Fun Gr 2-3
Wednesdays: February 25 - April 1
3:30-5:00 pm
Join Tina Kennedy to improve your drawing and learn to draw animals, seasonal motifs and anything you want help with.
Creative Drawing - Gr. 6-8
Thursdays: February 26 - April 2 - 3:30-5:30
Grades 6-8
Use your drawing skills in this 2-hour class. Illustrate your imagination. Focus on fantasy realms, maps of imaginary kingdoms, mystical characters and settings. Teacher: Tina Kennedy
Embroidery Evening - Part II
Tuesday, March 17 - 6:30- 8 pm
For people who took Embroidery Evening Part I on Feb 24.
Build on the work you started with Pam and begin working on individual projects.
Toy Adaptation Workshop - Come Tinker with Us!
Tinkerhaus is partnering up with the “May We Help” organization to provide a fun and impactful volunteering opportunity! You will learn step -by-step how to adapt toys for children who are not able to play with toys in a traditional way.
Volunteers will take a toy that relies on buttons, cranks, levers or dials and adapt them so they can be activated with just a gentle push.
Paper Flower Workshop with In-House Artist Tina Kennedy
Shake off the winter gray and create something beautiful. Join Tinkerhaus’ own artist Tina Kennedy for a hands-on paper flower workshop where you’ll learn how to craft stunning blooms that never wilt.
These lovely flowers make thoughtful housewarming or hostess gifts, sweet Easter décor, or cheerful pick-me-ups for nursing homes and loved ones who could use a little brightness this season. Best of all, you’ll walk away with skills you can use again and again for the people you love.
What to expect:
Step-by-step guidance from Tina
All materials provided
Relaxed, creative vibes in our Tinkerhaus studio
Flowers you’ll be proud to gift—or keep for yourself
Bring a friend, bring your teen, and BYOB. Perfect for a night out, creative bonding, or simply doing something fun for you.
Spots are limited—come make something lovely with us.
Keep it Clean- Working with Transparent Watercolor
Saturday, March 28 from 10-3 (with tea and critique at 3pm)
(Materials list will be sent upon registration.)
Watercolor is a uniquely transparent medium with its own set of techniques. Depth and contrast happen as the painting is layered with transparent color through techniques like glazing and negative painting.
Different ways of “saving whites” will be addressed. This workshop will help you avoid images that look “muddy”. Knowing more about brushwork and color choices will greatly enhance your experience. Demonstrations and individual assistance will be ongoing throughout the class.
Our subject matter will focus on ocean themes. The studio will be filled with a variety of specimens and references.
Join us in a relaxed setting and settle into a wonder-filled watercolor experience with Margaret Dwyer who holds a BFA and MFA in visual art.
Her paintings have been recognized in numerous regional, national and international juried exhibitions such as The National Watercolor Society, New England Watercolor Society, and The Copley Society of Boston. Margaret was the Artist in Residence for Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park in Woodstock VT, followed by a residency at Woodstock’s Billings Farm & Museum. She has extensive experience teaching watercolor throughout New England.
Margaret has recently been a facilitator for the Maine Art Education Association at Haystack in Deer Isle ME, and Monson Arts.
Embroidery Evening - Part I
Tuesday, March 31 - 6:30-8 pm
An introductory class for folks with no experience or haven't done it in a while. Teacher, Pam Marrese will guide you through basic stitches. Materials included.
Spring Adaptive Toy Giveaway & Meet-Up
You are invited!
To a community gathering — bringing together families, makers, and professionals to support children with disabilities.
This is a starting point. We hope to learn together and grow a supportive community to help people with disabilities of all ages.
Each child may receive an adapted toy -- Request a toy here so we can have enough. (This link opens a new window and takes you to a form page on another website.)
Meet the volunteers who modified the toys
Share feedback that helps guide future efforts
Spend time in a welcoming, low-pressure environment
This is our first event — simple, friendly, and community-focused.
Please fill out the form below to sign-up for this event.
Watercolor: Try Before You Buy
April 11 - 11 am - 3 pm
$100 + $15 materials fee
This workshop encourages people who have always wanted to try this amazing medium and those who have some experience. We will cover the basic differences among paints, brushes and papers. You will learn about brushwork, core techniques, and making good color choices.
Don’t worry if you do not have supplies as a variety of professional watercolor paints, paper, brushes and palettes will be on hand. Should you wish to pursue watercolor, you will have better knowledge of what quality materials to buy at the best cost. If you have your own materials, bring what you have so that you can compare them with the available samples to try.
Demonstrations and individual instruction will be offered as students try their hand at simple nature studies and small landscapes. You will be amazed at how rewarding and accessible watercolor really is!
April Vacation Woodworking Mini Camp
Monday-Tuesday, April 20-21 - 9 am-3 pm
Must be 10+, teens welcome
(Materials included)
In this class students will have the opportunity to look through photo albums of 20 summers of projects to help them decide what they would like to make - a bookcase, Plinko, Skeeball, knockhockey, pirate's chest and more.
Sketches with measurements will help make accurate material lists to ensure we know how much lumber will be needed. Then wood selection, measuring, cutting and sanding followed by double checking to make sure all pieces are ready for assembly.
Finally a discussion of possible finishes (paint, varnish, polyurethane, etc which can be done at home with parental supervision) and photographs so they can be in the next photo album!
Kentucky Derby–inspired Hat & Fascinator-Making Workshop
Get Derby-ready! Join Tinkerhaus at Port Vida for a Kentucky Derby–inspired hat and fascinator-making workshop. Design your own track-worthy look with our “Run for the Roses” supply bar—feathers, florals, ribbon, tulle, and plenty of flair.
Ticket includes your hat/fascinator base + materials. Want extra sparkle? BYO bling (brooches, gems, mini toys, vintage finds) and go for Best in Show!
Intro to Woodworking
SOLD OUT
Learn to use our shop tools safely, be certified to use the shop alone, and begin making a really nice cutting board. You will learn about choosing wood and doing a glue up. You can then learn to use the saws, planer and drill press.
Please note: Attendees under 18 must contact Tinkerhaus to set up specific arrangements.
Toy Adaptation Workshop - Come Tinker with Us!
Tinkerhaus is partnering up with the “May We Help” organization to provide a fun and impactful volunteering opportunity! You will learn step -by-step how to adapt toys for children who are not able to play with toys in a traditional way.
Volunteers will take a toy that relies on buttons, cranks, levers or dials and adapt them so they can be activated with just a gentle push.
Wooden Puzzle After-School Workshop
March 9 & 10 - 3:30-5:30 pm - $150 (materials included)
Age 10+
Come work with Tinkerhaus' own "Sloydlaerer" (Woodcraft Teacher) Eric Olson for a special two-day after-school workshop where kids will design and create their very own wooden puzzles!
Recommended for ages 10 and up, this hands-on class introduces young makers to basic woodworking skills, creative problem-solving, and safe tool use in a supportive, fun environment. Kids will learn how puzzles are designed, cut, and crafted—then bring their ideas to life locally harvested hardwood and makerspace tools.
Your child will walk away with at least two different puzzles, one will be the famous "Tower of Hanoi", and another will be an individually designed one-of-a-kind wooden puzzle they made themselves—plus the confidence and pride that comes from building something from start to finish. Perfect for curious kids who love to tinker, build, and create!
Copper Flower Soldering Art with Ryan Kelley
SOLD OUT
Join award-winning artist Ryan Kelley for a two-hour copper soldering class to make a copper flower of your own creation. Perfect for Valentine's Day week fun! Materials included.
Intro to Woodworking
Learn to use our shop tools safely, be certified to use the shop alone, and begin making a really nice cutting board. You will learn about choosing wood and doing a glue up. You can then learn to use the saws, planer and drill press.
Please note: Attendees under 18 must contact Tinkerhaus to set up specific arrangements.
Tina Kennedy Art Show
Tina Kennedy teaches several classes and workshops here at Tinkerhaus. She is an accomplished watercolor painter, pen and ink artist and crafter. Her work captures beautiful New England moments.
Friends, students and art lovers are welcome to come see Tina’s latest work.
Christopher Russell Art Show
Christopher Russell Art Show
Local visual artist interested in producing images that evoke mystery, doom, and imagination. Perfect for the Spooky Season!
Intro to Woodworking
Learn to use our shop tools safely, be certified to use the shop alone, and begin making a really nice cutting board. You will learn about choosing wood and doing a glue up. You can then learn to use the saws, planer and drill press.
Please note: Attendees under 18 must contact Tinkerhaus to set up specific arrangements.
