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Gentle Yoga w/ Heather (Wednesday Sessions)
with Heather Laffely, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
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. *No Class: 10/7, 11/25.
Spanish for Beginners: Conversational Skills & Everyday Life
with Courtney Hutchings, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Join us for this engaging 6-week introduction to Spanish, designed to build confidence and spark conversation. In weekly two-hour sessions, you'll explore topics such as introducing yourself, expressing likes and dislikes, ordering food in restaurants, and navigating places around town. With a focus on speaking and listening, each class blends vocabulary building, practical phrases, and cultural insights to bring the language to life. Whether you’re planning a trip, connecting with Spanish-speaking communities, or simply curious to learn, this course offers the perfect springboard. No prior experience needed!
The Art of Spanakopita
with Constantine Zoulamis, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to make homemade phyllo dough from scratch, a cherished tradition passed down through generations in my family. Together, we’ll create authentic spanakopita while mastering techniques that bring this iconic Greek dish into your own kitchen. All materials/ingredients provided. *This is a 3wk class.
Caregiving for Dementia 101
with Ashley Butterfield, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Gain confidence in your caregiving journey. Learn what dementia is, how it affects the brain, common behaviors and how to manage them. Explore practical strategies, supportive tools, and real-world approaches to make daily care more manageable and meaningful. Presented by Ashley Butterfield of Bath-Brunswick Respite Care.
Intro to Life Story Writing
with Craig Siulinski, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
This 2wk intro workshop is designed to introduce students to the corresponding course, Life Story Writing. Though this workshop is not a prerequisite for the course, it is an opportunity to meet the instructor and preview lesson plans before committing to the full course.
Chinese Cuisine: Noodles with Zhajiang Sauce
with Shufang Liao, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Learn to prepare Beijing-style handmade noodles topped with flavorful Zhajiang (soybean paste) sauce. Want to master the art of hand-pulled noodles? Join this immersive class and learn traditional noodle-making techniques that symbolize longevity and prosperity. You’ll knead, roll, and cut dough by hand, exploring how simple ingredients—flour, water, and salt—transform into silky strands perfect for soup or stir-fry. Then we make Zhajiang Noodles with pork, veggie and sauce. Celebrate the cultural meaning of noodles in birthdays and festivals while creating your own bowl of happiness from scratch. *A $20 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
Open Studio Ceramics (Thursday Sessions)
with Heather O'Neil, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Are you comfortable with your clay abilities and just looking for a place to work and improve your skills? Join us in the Morse High School Ceramics Studio and start making all those things you have been dreaming up! This is not an instructor lead class, but the instructor will be on site working in case you need something. $75 for materials and studio fee, payable to instructor, must be paid on the first night of class. *Purchasing additional clay: The fee is an additional $75 to cover the firing, glazes and other consumables used during class. Please note: If you miss a class, you cannot make-up the class at another time. The ceramics schedule is very tight and these classes are usually full. Thank you for your understanding! *No Class: 11/26.
Painting the Landscape Series
with Jessie Lozanski, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Open to all levels and paint mediums, these one-night workshops by Jessie are designed to give students the fundamentals of painting different types of landscapes.
Trees: In this class, open to all levels, students will learn to paint trees with strong form, texture, and movement. We’ll study values, color, and tree forms to capture depth and character. Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.
Fall Forests: In this class, open to all levels, students will learn the fundamentals of color so they can paint their favorite New England fall scenes! Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.
Water: In this class, open to all levels, students will learn to paint water from placid ponds to splashing waves. We’ll study wave structure, reflections, transparency, and color. Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.
Winter Scenes: In this class, open to all levels, students will learn how to bring pale winter scenes to life through focusing on form and light. We'll study the colors of snow, the shapes of winter plants, and learn to notice the interesting moments that make this time of year unique. Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.