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Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing a striking 3"" × 30"" fused‑glass garden stake—a colorful, permanent accent for any outdoor space. With guidance at every step and all materials provided (including a black stand), you’ll leave with a vibrant piece of garden art made entirely by you.

Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.

Join Chef Michele live on Zoom for a gluten-free baking class that focuses on practical skills and reliable results. You’ll bake sugar cookies, snack cakes, and rolls while learning how to create your own gluten-free flour mix that works across recipes.

You’ll get real-time guidance on how gluten-free doughs behave, how to adjust textures, and what to watch for in baking times. This class gives you a solid starting point for baking without wheat and helps you troubleshoot as you go. 

By the end, you’ll have a set of fresh baked goodies and a flour mix you can use again in your own kitchen.

Whether you're new to Airbnb or looking to level up your hosting game, this hands-on workshop will walk you through the essentials of preparing your home for guests—just in time for summer soccer visitors. Learn how to create a standout listing, communicate clearly with travelers, and streamline your cleaning and turnover process. Discover how to showcase your local flair while meeting guest expectations—and maximize your bookings while you're at it!

This class is sponsored by the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA), allowing us to offer a reduced registration fee of $19.

The session will be recorded and shared on the KEDA website publicly after the event, but live participants get the added benefit of asking questions and receiving real-time feedback tailored to their unique hosting situations. By registering for this class and attending live, participants acknowledge that the session will be recorded and consent to their questions or comments being included in the final recording.

If you love to cook and want to grow your own ingredients, From Plan to Plate: Grow an Edible Garden by Flavor Theme is a practical starting point. This beginner-friendly online class focuses on small-space gardening and shows you how to plan edible beds around flavor themes that match how you cook.

Chef Michele walks you through four themed planting plans: a Pizza Garden, a Salsa Garden, a Salad Garden, and an Herb Garden.

You’ll get straightforward advice on which plants to grow, where to put them, and when to start.

The class includes region-specific tips, container and raised bed layouts, and ideas for companion planting, and is scheduled in time to get your spring garden started.

Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing a striking 3"" × 30"" fused‑glass garden stake—a colorful, permanent accent for any outdoor space. With guidance at every step and all materials provided (including a black stand), you’ll leave with a vibrant piece of garden art made entirely by you.

Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.

Discover the joy of transforming simple glass into whimsical garden art. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the basics of scoring, breaking, grinding, fusing, and even managing a kiln. Then, dive into designing and creating two charming glass mushrooms perfect for your garden or favorite potted plant. All supplies are included—just bring your creativity and leave with your own handmade garden treasures.

Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.

Unlock the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and work safely with kiln processes. Then bring your skills to life while designing four beautiful fused‑glass panels to illuminate your own lantern. All glass supplies are provided but please bring a lantern frame:

One option: Modern Black LED Solar Lantern
 

Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.

Learn Shibori, a traditional Japanese method of creating fabric patterns through folding, binding, twisting, and clamping.

This workshop focuses on pattern design and resist techniques, while using fiber-reactive dyes for vibrant, lasting color with simple setup.

You will experiment with several Shibori methods and dye your own custom textiles.

All materials are provided, including four large cotton tea towels.

You may also bring one small cotton item to personalize.

Join us for Thai cooking and make a full meal together at home with Chef Michele.

You’ll start with fresh spring rolls using shrimp, herbs, vegetables, noodles, and rice paper. Then, you’ll learn how to balance sweet, salty, sour, and spicy as we make dipping sauces and a classic Pad Thai.

This class is hands-on, beginner-friendly, and designed for families to cook and eat together.

Long before Galileo raised his telescope, ancient astronomers looked skyward to guide travel, track seasons, and shape the mythologies that still influence us today. In this class, you’ll explore how early star‑watchers helped societies shift from nomadic movement to settled life and how their observations laid the groundwork for modern science. Along the way, you’ll build your own functioning sextant and learn the basics of celestial navigation. Come discover how humanity’s earliest scientists mapped the heavens and changed the world.

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.
 

Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing a striking 3" × 30" fused‑glass garden stake—a colorful, permanent accent for any outdoor space. With guidance at every step and all materials provided (including a black stand), you’ll leave with a vibrant piece of garden art made entirely by you.

Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.

Discover the joy of transforming simple glass into whimsical garden art. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the basics of scoring, breaking, grinding, fusing, and even managing a kiln. Then, dive into designing and creating two charming glass mushrooms perfect for your garden or favorite potted plant. All supplies are included—just bring your creativity and leave with your own handmade garden treasures.
 

Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.

A hard‑cider‑making class that feels as comfortable as your own kitchen: In this two‑day, hands‑on workshop, you’ll move step‑by‑step through the full cider‑making journey—from fermentation basics to separating, filtering, back‑flavoring, and carbonation. Each participant receives the materials needed to produce three liters of cider crafted to their own taste. Whether you’re curious about the process or ready to begin a new hobby, you’ll leave with practical skills, flavorful results, and the confidence to talk cider like a seasoned enthusiast.

Participants must be 21 or older.

Located at Sisters' Cider House on Bainbridge Island. 

Discover the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and confidently manage kiln work. Then bring your creativity to life by designing a striking 3" × 30" fused‑glass garden stake—a colorful, permanent accent for any outdoor space. With guidance at every step and all materials provided (including a black stand), you’ll leave with a vibrant piece of garden art made entirely by you.
 

Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.

Unlock the fundamentals of glass art as you learn to score, break, grind, fuse, and work safely with kiln processes. Then bring your skills to life while designing four beautiful fused‑glass panels to illuminate your own lantern. All glass supplies are provided but please bring  a lantern frame:

One option: Modern Black LED Solar Lantern - https://www.hobbylobby.com/spring-shop/spring-garden-decor/spring-outdoor-decor/modern-black-led-solar-lantern/p/81266173

Located in the Charleston District, in Bremerton. Address will be sent to class participants.
 

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.
 

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.

Dive into the fascinating world of aquaponics, a self-sustaining system where fish and plants support each other in perfect harmony. In this engaging online class, you'll learn how to design, build, and maintain a home or small-scale aquaponics setup that is both eco-friendly and productive. Whether you're growing food for your family or exploring a small business idea, this course offers practical guidance and inspiration to help your system flourish.

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.

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.