We are planning a trip to Pennsylvania Dutch Country - Lancaster County PA - to witness the culture, learn some history, experience the food, sights and sounds of the Amish on May 2-6, 2023. Come to this info night to discuss options for the trip. We'll have plenty of time to customize the itinerary based on the interests of the participants. Trip and info night leader David Watts grew up in Lancaster County.

Art Trail Maine: Explore, Create, See Art, Collaborate! Visit exceptional galleries in destinations that offer some of the best image collecting locations and a mid-day collaborative/sharing over lunch! Each destination will afford approximately 3 hours to explore and create in visually interesting locations, followed by a relaxed lunch and afternoon gallery visits. The trip leader will be available for image-making support as requested, and anecdotal information about the area. These are locations Deb has visited annually for over 30 years, and are among her favorite image collecting sites. Curated introductions by gallery staff/owners as available. At 9:30 am we will meet at West Market Square for artisan coffee in the heart of downtown Bangor, then we will coordinate sites for drawing and photography. At 12:30 pm we will meet for lunch at Paddy Murphy’s. There is an outdoor dining option with reservations required (through group leader). After lunch we will visit the Zillman Art Museum of the University of Maine - one of the finest Modern and Contemporary galleries in the state.

Art Trail Maine: Explore, Create, See Art, Collaborate! Visit exceptional galleries in destinations that offer some of the best image collecting locations and a midday collaborative/sharing over lunch! Each destination will afford approximately 3 hours to explore and create in visually interesting locations, followed by a relaxed lunch and afternoon gallery visits. The trip leader will be available for image-making support as requested, and anecdotal information about the area. These are locations Deb has visited annually for over 30 years, and are among her favorite image collecting sites. Curated introductions by gallery staff/owners as available. At 9:30 am we will meet at West Market Square for artisan coffee in the heart of downtown Bangor, then we will coordinate sites for drawing and photography. At 12:30 pm we will meet for lunch at Paddy Murphy’s. There is an outdoor dining option with reservations required (through group leader). After lunch we will visit the Zillman Art Museum of the University of Maine - one of the finest Modern and Contemporary galleries in the state.

We are planning a trip to Pennsylvania Dutch Country - Lancaster County PA - to witness the culture, learn some history, experience the food, sights and sounds of the Amish on May 2-6, 2023. Come to this info night to discuss options for the trip. We'll have plenty of time to customize the itinerary based on the interests of the participants. Trip and info night leader David Watts grew up in Lancaster County.

With a 99% renewable energy supply, Iceland is one of the most eco-friendly countries in the world. A land of stunning scenery it has the third largest glacier in the world and over 600 hot springs and volcanoes. Learn more about Iceland and our upcoming trip in June focused on the culture, history and geography which has shaped the sustainable practices of Icelanders today. Class is free but you must register.

This will be a fantastic time with an opportunity to choose one of three workshops. “Freeing your creative spirit” will help you access your authentic self and creative expression using your intuition. Kat Logan will lead you through an opening process and explore your creative self using different materials and exercises. Also offered is Asian Fusion Cooking with Chris Toy and Watercolor with Mary Laury. This four day workshop will be offered at the beautiful Grey Havens Inn and Restaurant in Georgetown, Maine. Lunches and dinners will be prepared and shared by the cooking class. Each day will begin with a morning meditation offered by Kat and end with a special activity planned by your instructors including a special house concert by Kat on Wednesday evening. COVID note: All participants will need to provide a negative COVID test within 24 hours prior to arrival. We will follow CDC guidelines according to location and dates.

Escape to a Grand Victorian Inn, the Harbor View House on the coast of Maine with an intimate group of artist, cooks and creatives! You will get to choose one of two workshops including, Asian Fusion Cooking with Chris Toy and Watercolor Painting with Mary Laury. All meals are included in the workshop fee, as well as a special private house concert by Grammy balloted sing-songwriter, storyteller, and author Gordon Ward. Day students are welcome. For more information about the workshop call Mary at 207-632-2251. To book your stay at the inn call 207-963-9122 or visit https://harborviewhousellc.com/. COVID note: All participants will need to provide a negative COVID test within 24 hours prior to arrival. We will follow CDC guidelines according to location and dates.

Join us for a six day adventure exploring Iceland's alluring landscapes, renewable energy and sustainable practices, and learn what you can do to become a part of the solution to the challenges we face. On this trip we'll explore Reykjavik, Iceland's beautiful capital city, and taste some of its delicious cuisine. We'll learn about Iceland's Viking history, and the culture, language and geography that has shaped who Icelanders are today. You'll get to know Hordur and Kristin, an Icelandic farm couple and friends of CELL, and partake of a traditional Icelandic meal. And at the completion of the program, you'll develop an action plan for engaging sustainable practices in your own life back home.