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Taiji Qigong Shibashi for Body, Breath and Mind Connection II

$150

with Carlos Collado, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 15 weeks

This 15 week is designed to be easy and safe to learn. Taiji Qigong Shibashi is an effective exercise blending the gentle and fluid art of Taiji with the strength of Qigong producing potent health benefits. The wavelike, fluid motions of the form stimulate the flow of qi and blood throughout the entire body. Because of its many health benefits and its efficiency it is a part of the curriculum in most Chinese Medicine Universities throughout China. In this course we will explore how anatomical alignment facilitates deeper breathing and a meditative mindset. Practicing Shibashi will balance your Qi, improving your wellbeing and the quality of your life. Prerequisite: Taiji Qigong Shibashi for Body, Breath and Mind Connection I or previous experience with other Shibashi series. *No Class: 4/21.

Nature Journaling (Ages 5+)

Free

with UMaine Cooperative Extension 4-H, Massabesic Adult and Community Education

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 4:30 pm

Bring your curiosity and observation skills, and start a nature journal from scratch in this three part series open to youth aged 5+. You don’t need to be an artist to benefit from nature journaling: learn different techniques and record what is happening in nature at that very moment.

Drawing Pet Portraits for Absolute Beginners

$85

with Elizabeth Sokoloff, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 3 weeks

Turn a photograph of your pet into a realistic portrait! Learn how to see abstract shapes, understand the value scale, and use a simple gridding approach to create a beautiful portrait of your pet, ready to frame. No drawing experience necessary! All materials included. Instructor will gather pet photos via email.

Gentle Yoga w/ Heather

$98

with Heather Laffely, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
3 additional sessions through May 13, 2026

This gentle class is for those looking to stretch, connect to the breath and practice traditional yoga postures, at a slow pace. We gently and safely encourage our muscle tissues to deeply lengthen and stretch, increasing range of motion and flexibility. Conscious intention and awareness are given to the breath, strengthening the nervous system and deepening the connection to mind and body. This class is designed for new, as well as, seasoned yogis looking for a mindful, gentle practice.

Advanced Storytelling

$200

with Violet Hart, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

This 8-week course will dive deep into more tools, skills, and habits that can help you meet your writing and storytelling goals. The course is best suited for students who have some experience in creative writing, whether on their own or through other educational avenues, but registration is open to all. The course is formatted as a fusion of education and workshop time - students are encouraged to share their own creative work and provide feedback to others. *No Class: 4/21.

American Sign Language (ASL): Level I

$90

with Martin Samelson, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Mar 26, 2026

Learn basic sign language communication, including the manual alphabet, fingerspelling, numbers, vocabulary, Deaf culture, and familiar phrases to enhance communication with Deaf and hard of hearing family, friends, co-workers, students, clients, and customers. Previous sign language experience, textbooks, and a dictionary are not required. Your instructor will supply all materials. Martin Samelson has taught ASL to college and high school students in private lessons, corporate programs, and job development with Deaf clients. ASL is a visual language, so no textbook is required. The instructor will supply all materials. Our IN-PERSON instruction will include Deaf culture, hand-shapes for the A-B-Cs and number systems, vocabulary and simple sentence structures. Each class will include time for you to practice and suggestions for at-home practice. We will NOT be using ZOOM for any portion of this class.

*No Class: 4/21 & 4/23.

Intro to Macrame

$24

with Massabesic Adult and Community Education

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 6 pm

Join us for a cozy night out! In this beginner friendly class, you will learn all of the basics to get you started by making your own keychain. We’ll discuss varying types of cords, common hardware, how to ‘mount’ and bind off a project, and a few basic knots. You’ll leave with a small info packet and your own keychain. 

Materials fee payable to instructor: $5

Learn How Pets Communicate from the Afterlife

$15

with Rob Gutro, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 6 pm

Learn how pets in spirit have the ability to send signals to the living, and wait for us in the afterlife. Rob Gutro, medium, paranormal investigator, scientist, and author of the Pets and the Afterlife series (books 1-4) will discuss how to cope with grief after losing a beloved pet. He will identify the signs they give us and the science behind why living pets can sense entities. By the end of the talk, you'll be able to find the signs from your pets in spirit. 





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