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Dive into the fascinating world of aquaponics—a sustainable system where fish and plants thrive together in perfect balance! This engaging online class will introduce participants to the essentials of building and maintaining a home or small-scale aquaponics system.
You’ll learn what components are needed—from tanks and grow beds to pumps and plumbing—and discover where to find affordable, reliable materials locally or online. We’ll explore multiple setup designs, from simple backyard systems to more complex indoor arrangements, so you can choose the model that best fits your goals and space. Through guided discussion and demonstrations, we’ll examine how aquaponics works, the biology of the system, and how to select compatible species. We’ll also touch on the business and sustainability side—including how to market your organically grown herbs, flowers, or produce at local farmers’ markets or community outlets.

7.5 Washington Educator STEM clock hours are available for this course. To request clock hours, please email continuinged@olympic.com before course completion. 

This intermediate-level class is designed for small business owners who already have basic experience using Canva and want to expand into video content for social media. In this one-evening workshop, students will learn how to create engaging short-form videos for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok using Canva Pro. Topics include working with video templates, editing clips, adding text animations, music, and brand elements, and formatting videos for different platforms. We will also cover basic video storytelling, pacing, and best practices to help videos feel polished and professional without advanced editing software. Students should bring a laptop and have access to a Canva Pro account, as this is hands-on project based class.

Discover the rhythm, footwork, and fluid movement of this iconic Afro‑Cuban dance style. In this beginner‑friendly class, you’ll explore classic Rumba steps, learn how to move with musicality, and build confidence through guided practice. Whether you’re brand new to dance or expanding your cultural dance repertoire, come enjoy an energetic, welcoming class that brings tradition and fun together.

Discover the playful world of river otters as you explore mixed media techniques inspired by their lively movements and serene pond habitats. In this short, hands‑on workshop, you’ll practice drawing, layering, and creative mark‑making to capture both character and environment. Whether you’re new to art or building your skills, you’ll leave with a charming finished piece, new mixed media confidence, and a deeper understanding of your materials.

Discover the art of leatherworking in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop designed to build confidence and spark creativity. Over four engaging hours, you'll learn the essential skills behind quality leathercraft, including material selection, cutting, tooling and stamping, edge finishing, dyeing, hand stitching, and setting simple hardware. The class starts with a small practice projects such as a bookmarks or keychains before you choose and create a larger piece. Options include a 4×6 journal cover, knife sheath, or a smart phone cross-body or belt pouch. With guided instruction and all materials included, you will leave with new skills and a handcrafted project you can be proud of. All materials included in class fee.

This interactive professional learning experience equips educators with the tools and strategies to design lessons that meet the needs of all learners through the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Participants will explore how to create flexible, engaging, and accessible learning environments that remove barriers and promote success for every student. By the end of the course, teachers will leave with a fully developed UDL-aligned lesson ready for implementation in their classroom. Through hands-on activities, collaborative planning, and practical applications, educators will learn to integrate culturally responsive practices, social-emotional learning (SEL), and evidence-based instructional strategies into their teaching. This course emphasizes designing lessons that provide multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression, ensuring equitable access for English Language Learners, students receiving special education services, and diverse learners.

No class June 8th.

 

In this hands-on studio class, you'll create your own 5x7" painting while following step-by-step demonstrations from a skilled instructor. Learn techniques in real time and receive personalized tips to bring your artwork to life. All materials are provided, including watercolors, brushes, paper, and a project sketch so you can focus on painting and having fun. No experience needed—just come ready to explore your creativity!
Join us this week as we paint a glass fishing float.

 

Thoughtful composition, subtle details, and expressive use of line and color can build the atmosphere and meaning of your work. This workshop blends technique and intuition to help you create evocative, poetically inspired mixed-media pieces.

Through guided exercises and the study of famous artists, you will explore core concepts such as perspective, the rule of thirds, and tonal composition.

Over two sessions, you will practice thumbnail sketching, prepare photo transfers, and develop a final drawing. By the end, you'll complete a dynamic mixed-media piece and gain a deeper understanding of the creative process.

Materials list for Poetic Spaces

~ 3 photocopies of student photograph of choice (i.e. landscape of natural or city environment).  

**Laser photocopy with high contrast must be made to complete the photo transfer project.

~ graphite pencils – 4b, 6b and 8b

 ~ black or colored markers (fine and medium tipped)

~ blue or black ink pen (regular ballpoint pen)

~ watercolor paint – payne’s grey, titanium white and 1 color of choosing

~ 4 oz bottle of liquid matte medium (for photo transfer project, layering and adhering collage papers)

~ Choice of collage papers (i.e. tissue paper, heavy card stock, newspaper, colored bond paper)   *Instructor will be bringing samples.

~ 2 watercolor brushes small and medium    *Michaels or craft stores better for this.  You can buy single instead of a kit

~ 1 pad of mixed media paper

Discover how to elevate any meal with the perfect cider pairing. In this introductory tasting class, you’ll explore how appearance, aroma, mouthfeel, and flavor each shape the full sensory experience of cider. Learn what distinguishes different cider styles, how to assess them like a pro, and how to match them with foods to enhance both the drink and the dish. A fun, flavorful class for anyone curious about craft cider and confident pairing.
 

Whether you are new at playing with clay or a seasoned ceramicist, classes in this series provide an opportunity to learn. 

The class is intended for those who want additional practice or for those who want to try out the pottery wheel for the first time but unsure if they want to commit to a class. By the end of class students will have a single glazed piece and will understand ceramic terms like bat, rams head, coning, opening, leather hard, bone dry, bisque and glaze.

This class is offered on location, at Lost Forest Ceramics, 11236 Sunrise Drive NE, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110.

Create a stunning, light-catching sea glass window while learning the basics of working with Art Resin. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and assemble a custom window using sea glass, shells, and other coastal-inspired elements. Bring your own treasured finds to personalize your piece, though shells and glass will be provided if you do not have enough. Materials are supplied, and guidance is offered every step of the way. For best results, please limit window size to a maximum of 24" x 24". Leave with a finished piece ready to display and the confidence to keep creating.

Materials are supplied, however personalized items are recommended to add to your window.

For centuries, Japanese folktales (mukashibanashi) have been shared across regions of Japan as a means of transmitting cultural values, moral lessons, and ways of thinking. Although individual stories may vary by region or generation, their central themes and guiding principles remain consistent. These narratives have played an essential role in shaping cultural identity, influencing how individuals understand community, responsibility, nature, perseverance, and the unseen world. Participants will engage with well-known Japanese folktales and examine the cultural values embedded within them. Through guided discussion and storytelling, we will consider how these narratives reflect broader Japanese perspectives on harmony, obligation, humility, resilience, and the relationship between humans and the spiritual world.

Explore how our beliefs about time, productivity, and hustle culture shape stress and exhaustion and learn practical ways to create a more sustainable daily rhythm. Each session blends big-picture ideas with hands-on skills like attention management, note-taking habits, energy allocation, and decision-making. You will connect weekly themes to your own life and discover strategies for building balance, clarity, and resilience without burning out.

This hands-on course gives participants a practical and supportive space to strengthen their speaking skills, refine their message, and communicate with presence. 
Come explore a six-step framework that blends storytelling, communication strategy, and theatre-inspired practice to build clarity, structure, and confidence. 
Through guided exercises, voice and body techniques, message-crafting tools, and peer feedback, participants will learn how to design and deliver clear, compelling, and authentic presentations — whether speaking at work, in community settings, or in everyday life.

Add a whimsical pop of color to your garden or entryway by creating a 10" fused glass mushroom. In this creative, hands-on class, you’ll choose from a variety of vibrant glass colors and learn the basics of glass layout and design for fusing. Each student will craft a one-of-a-kind mushroom top, then pair it with a base you bring from home—such as a beautiful piece of wood or a clear glass vase—to complete the look. All materials and tools will be provided except for the vase.
 

 

Let’s hike amongst the towering cedar and fir, experiencing the wetland vegetation and wildlife that thrives around and in our local ponds and streams.
Learn how beavers shape the landscape and understand how that activity transforms waterways into productive habitats for a diversity of life. We will listen and watch for migratory and resident birds that rely on these protected wetlands for shelter and food. And we will trace the life cycle of salmon through the waterways we pass. Be sure to dress for the weather.

 

Create a vibrant 8" x 8" fused glass vase inspired by spring or summer gardens. Design a colorful piece perfect for hanging in a sunny window or displaying proudly on a shelf—an eye‑catching work of art that brings the beauty of the season indoors.

The Blacksmith’s Knife is a great course for any student looking to create something both useful and memorable. This beginning bladesmithing class introduces the fundamentals of the craft, including proper hammering techniques, heat‑treating basics, filing methods, and safe tool use. Whether you’ve never stood near a blazing forge or already have a little experience, this class offers skills you can build on. Students will learn essential blacksmithing safety, become familiar with forging equipment, and practice drawing, tapering, and upsetting metal. By the end of the day, you’ll forge your own version of a Blacksmith’s Throwing Knife. Blacksmithing is simple—but not easy—and it’s incredibly rewarding.

Curious what sets a West Coast IPA apart from the rest? Dive into the world of hops, aroma, and brewing technique in this hands‑on introduction to IPA style. You’ll explore the core ingredients and processes that define IPAs—from malt balance to hop selection—while learning what makes the bold, bright West Coast varieties so distinctive. Get up close with brewing steps like dry hopping and beer transferring, enjoy guided tastings throughout the session, and finish with a more formal tasting at the end of your facility tour. A perfect class for anyone ready to learn, taste, and talk hops.

Located at Ridgeline Brewing.

In this one day workshop you will learn the history and cultural significance of the didgeridoo. You will make and paint your own Didgeridoo to take home with you. Come learn how to play the didgeridoo, learn circular breathing and other techniques used to play this ancient instrument.

American Heart Association (AHA) HeartCode® BLS (blended learning) course includes:

• Approximately 2 hours of self-paced online coursework, completed in advance Includes content review, skills videos, and the written exam completed online.
• Followed by an approximately 2-2.5 hour in-person skills practice and testing session on the scheduled date and time.
• Students may retake the online written exam as many times as needed to achieve a passing score prior to attending the skills session.
• Students must arrive at the skills session with proof of successful completion of the online portion. If proof cannot be provided, the student cannot participate and would need to reschedule.
• Students must have passed the written exam with a minimum score of 84% (21/25) prior to the start of the 2-2.5 hour in-person skills practice session.  

Step into the world of the modern-day troubadour and discover how to bring your music confidently into the public sphere. In this supportive class, you will explore practical formulas, checklists, and real-world strategies gathered from years of experience, plus a few cautionary tales to keep things grounded.

Whether you're looking for performance opportunities or simply wanting to share your sound more widely, you will gain tools and insights to move forward safely, creatively, and with purpose. Come explore this fun option of getting your music out there, in a safe supportive environment.

This course will meet on Tuesdays at OC Bremerton and Saturday in downtown Bremerton. Exact location will be provided to participants. 

Come reset your nervous system, relax your body, and calm your mind through the power of sound. How does sound healing work? When our bodies are in a state of inflammation or stress, our cells vibrate at a faster rate than our natural frequency. After prolonged periods of stress, it can become like a disease in the body, mind, and spirit. Humans are mostly water, and sound waves move through our bodies like ripples in a lake or ocean. When our bodies align with the resonance of sound, we strengthen our life force energy and feel better. Sound healing benefits everyone but can especially help those looking to reset their nervous system, relax the body, and calm the mind. The class will have guided meditations that begin each sound experience, which are also wonderful for those who desire a deeper mind/body connection and want to tap into their imagination in new ways. Students should bring a yoga mat or something comfortable to lay on and wear comfortable clothing and bring anything they need to feel cozy (pillows, blankets, etc.)

Design a serene fused glass beach scene sized at 8" x 6", perfect for hanging in a sunny window or displaying on a shelf. In this creative, hands-on class, you’ll learn basic glass layout techniques while layering colors and shapes to evoke sand, sea, and sky. Whether you’re dreaming of the coast or missing the ocean breeze, this project lets you bring the beach to you. All materials are provided, and no prior glass experience is needed—just your imagination and love of coastal vibes.
 

Brighten your garden or flowerpots with color that lasts all year. In this hands-on fused glass class, you’ll create two decorative garden stakes, each measuring 3" x 16". Choose from a variety of glass colors and learn basic design and layout techniques to create bold, eye-catching pieces that shine in any season. Finished stakes are perfect for outdoor beds, planters, or even indoor displays. All glass materials are provided, and no prior glass experience is required—just come ready to create.
 

Explore the charming world of alpine pikas as you experiment with mixed media inspired by their expressive poses and colorful wildflower habitats. In this short, hands‑on workshop, you’ll practice drawing, layering, and playful mark‑making to bring these mountain dwellers to life. Whether you’re new to art or expanding your creative toolkit, you’ll leave with a delightful finished piece, fresh techniques, and renewed creative confidence.

Build a strong foundation in workplace safety with OSHA 10, the nationally recognized introduction to general industry safety standards. In this course, you’ll learn the core requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), understand workers’ rights and employer responsibilities, and identify common hazards that affect entry‑level employees. Whether you’re preparing for a new job or strengthening safety awareness in your current role, this training boosts your confidence and keeps you compliant.

Successful participants earn an official OSHA 10 certification—an immediate advantage in any safety‑focused environment.

Whether you have programming experience or not, this introductory Python course is designed for anyone ready to learn the basics of the language. We will begin with first principles and explore essential Python concepts such as variables, conditionals, loops, functions, and simple data handling. Through guided examples and hands-on exercises, students will practice writing clear, functional programs they can use in real-world applications. This class offers a supportive start for anyone curious about learning to code.

Step outside and discover the joy of painting directly from nature in this relaxing plein air watercolor workshop. We’ll explore essential principles of outdoor painting—how to choose dynamic compositions, simplify complex scenes, and start with confident sketches before building luminous layers of watercolor. Enjoy the freedom and versatility of the medium while capturing the beauty of Silverdale’s Sound Side, including the occasional cameo of Mt. Rainier.

Offered in partnership with Kitsap Art Center, this class welcomes curious beginners and seasoned artists alike.

This hands-on workshop introduces adult learners to the fundamentals of watercolor painting in a relaxed and supportive environment. Come explore essential materials, basic color mixing, and core watercolor techniques such as washes, layering, and dry brush. Through guided exercises and a simple painting project, participants will learn how watercolor behaves on paper while building confidence and enjoyment in the painting process.

Supplies needed:

● 140lb cotton watercolor paper

● watercolor paint pan set

● assorted round watercolor brushes, assorted sizes 2-10

● 1 pencil

● 1 roll of painters tape

● paper towel/rag

● 1 water container

● recommended: P1 flat watercolor wash, brush size 1 inch

Explore the magical kingdom of fungi!

Join us and acquire a basic understanding of fungi ecosystems. This class is for outdoors lovers, scientists, naturalists, herbalists, foragers, and chefs.
Day 1 =  Dive Into the Science - What are fungi
Day 2 =  Wild Mushrooms -  Foraging & Mushroom Identification
Day 3 =  EthnoMycology -  Mushroom Cultivation, Current and Historic Uses of Fungi

After the first three classes are completed Aaron will guide a foray into the forest to get your feet on the ground and your hands on the mushrooms!

The mushroom foray will be located at a park in South Kitsap on the scheduled Saturday.  Address will be sent to class participants.