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The Art of Har Gow: From Scratch Crystal Shrimp Dumplings

$84

with Jeff Mao, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Nov 17, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Love Har Gow? Learn the secrets to their beautiful translucent skin in this hands-on, in-person class! Master one of dim sum's most popular items by making Har Gow (crystal shrimp dumplings) completely from scratch – including the flavorful shrimp filling and the special 'crystal' dough. In this fun session, you'll learn essential techniques: handling the unique wheat starch dough, rolling delicate wrappers, executing classic pleats, and achieving perfect steaming. Perfect for dim sum lovers, you'll leave with the skills, recipe, and tasty results. All ingredients & equipment provided. Allergen Info: Contains shrimp. Wrapper uses wheat starch which may contain trace amounts of gluten.

Ornament Palooza

$35

with Catherine Scanlon, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Nov 18, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Join us for a delightful workshop where you'll craft 2 to 3 unique ornaments (time dependent) using provided materials—just bring scissors, hot glue gun, and wire nippers if you have them. The $25 kit fee includes all other supplies. Add your personal flair to holiday decor and explore the joy of crafting and upcycling with us!

Repurposed Mosaic Collage or Landscape

$65

with Herenya Wilkey, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Nov 18, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 3 weeks
1 additional session on Jan 6, 2026

Using broken pottery, recycled glass and other found object materials we will make truly one of a kind mosaic creations. Bring a nature photo for inspiration or take the abstract path. The first two classes will be for breaking plates, designing and gluing mosaics. The third class will be for grouting and finishing. Tools provided for in class use. A material fee of $20 must be paid to the instructor on the first night of class. Material fee includes substrate, glue and grout. Please bring in any chipped or thrifted plates, pots, shells, rocks etc to use in your mosaic. If it’s waterproof it can be used in a mosaic!

Developing A Personal and Home Protection Plan

$35

with Alice Bean Andrenyak, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Nov 18, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

This 2.5hr course is NOT about installing an alarm system. It is about adjusting your awareness around you as you move through your day and your home. It is about doing mental exercises to handle the “What if’s” to keep you and your loved ones safe. Learn situational awareness, conflict avoidance, and how to access your home’s defense. Part 1 of a 2-part series but can be taken separately. Class taught via Zoom.

How to Self-Publish & Market Your Book

$15

with Rob Gutro, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Nov 18, 2025 at 6 pm

If you’ve written a book (or are dreaming of it), the task of getting it out into the world can seem like a daunting task. In this one-night workshop, author and medium Rob Gutro will demystify the world of self-publishing. Guiding you through choosing the right publishing platform, formatting your work, and building a marketing plan, Rob will cover the tools you need to turn your story into a successful self-published title.

Rob has written and self-published 13 books, five of which have hit #1 best seller on Amazon, and he has been awarded the Book Authority Award for Best Grief Book for the last three years.

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 10

Investing at Retirement

Free

with Sarah Blondin, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Nov 18, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Nearing or entering retirement? Maybe you're just thinking about it? Join us to learn how developing a customized strategy can assist you in identifying considerable risks to mitigate them while making the most out of your benefits and assets. This can help you plan for a financially secure retirement!

Paint Night: The Barn Quilt

$55

with Shirley Anderson, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Nov 19, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Come join us and unleash your creativity with these beautiful Barn Quilts. Pick out a design and colors and you’re ready to create your masterpiece. No prior experience necessary, just be ready to paint a visually stunning piece of art that's rich in history and cultural significance. This class will have a fee for supplies of $15, payable to the instructor. Canvas and paints are supplied.

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Holiday Loaves & Rolls

$40

with Kayla Day, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Nov 19, 2025 at 5:30 pm

Fill your kitchen with the warm, comforting aromas of the season in this one-night, hands-on baking class! Join instructor Kayla Day of Little Acre Farm as you learn to make a soft, flavorful sandwich loaf and classic dinner rolls—perfect for holiday feasts, leftover sandwiches, or gifting fresh from the oven. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, you'll leave with recipes, tips, and delicious breads to take home.

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 8





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