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Beginner Book Binding

$75

with Joelle Webber, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Dec 2, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 3 weeks

This class introduces the vocabulary of the book, the tools and materials needed for making beginner books. On the first evening we will hand decorate our papers, using different mark-making tools in calligraphic ways. The second night we will stitch two pamphlet books, binding them with soft and hard covers. Finally we will create pocket accordion books and begin to consider how to fill them. A materials fee of $20 payable to the instructor is due on the first night. Tools will also be provided.

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Be Safe When Your Office Is Someone's Home

$35

with Alice Bean Andrenyak, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Dec 2, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

This 2.5hr course is for anyone that goes into someone else’s home to do work, repairs, estimates, sales, nursing, or outside the home contractors. How can you be safe? Learn the basics to access the surroundings, stay safe and protect yourself without using a firearm. Part 3 of a 3-part series but can be taken separately. This is a Zoom class.

Ceramic Ornaments

$30

with CYNTHIA PLAISTED, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Dec 2, 2025 at 6 pm

So many families have the wonderful holiday tradition of collecting new ornaments for each family member every Christmas. This year, add some handmade ornaments to your collection in this fun and festive ceramics class! The first class will be for ornament creation; the second class will be focused on glazing those ornaments; and the third class we will add ribbon or twine hangers to finish your lovel creations! 

*$14 for supplies payable to the instructor. Supplies fee includes creating 10-12 ornaments with glaze and ribbon/twine.

No class: 12/9

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Deliciously Gluten-Free: Chinese Dumplings

$84

with Jeff Mao, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Dec 3, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Craving homemade Chinese dumplings but need to keep it gluten-free? Dive into this comprehensive hands-on class where you'll master the art of creating delicious Gluten-Free Chinese Dumplings from start to finish! Learn the essentials for GF success: You'll make your own tender gluten-free dumpling wrappers completely from scratch, and prepare a savory pork filling (plant-based option available upon request). We'll guide you through multiple folding styles suited for gluten-free dough, ensuring your dumplings look as good as they taste. Elevate your meal by learning to make authentic Sichuan-style chili oil from scratch! We'll also delve into the world of dipping sauces, discussing common Chinese condiments, identifying hidden gluten, and exploring flavorful GF substitutes. Finally, you get to choose your favorite cooking method – boil, pan fry, or steam your handcrafted dumplings! You'll leave with newfound skills, fantastic recipes, and a belly full of your own delicious GF dumplings. All ingredients and tools provided. Allergen Info: Contains soy.

Full Course

Holiday Centerpiece Workshop

$20

with Catherine Scanlon, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Dec 3, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session

Join us for a quick workshop to create a beautiful etched glass centerpiece for your winter tablescape. The $20 kit fee includes all tools and supplies you will need to create a beautiful glass centerpiece, you will have several designs to choose from.

Colorful & Expressive Pastel Sketching

$35

with Dana Bateman, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Dec 3, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Designed for beginners but open to all levels, we will use our pastels in a loose, expressive way to create several quick drawings, with the goal of finding new approaches to a very traditional medium. Using expressive mark-making and bold color choices, we will work from a selection of reference photos from our beautiful state of Maine. An array of mats will be provided, with the goal of everyone leaving with something matted that they would consider worthy of display! *Registration is required by Nov 19th.

Full Course

Holiday Embroidery

$20

with Elizabeth Schrider, Massabesic Adult and Community Education

Calendar Dec 3, 2025 at 6 pm

Get in the holiday spirit and make these cute holiday sweater ornaments for a gift or to decorate your tree. Materials fee $10

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Make a Holiday Wreath or Kissing Ball

$25

with ELIZABETH GOODY, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Dec 3, 2025 at 6 pm

Kick off the holiday season with an evening of creativity and cheer! Join Beth to learn how to make your very own holiday wreath or kissing ball using fresh-cut evergreens. These beautiful, fragrant decorations will last the entire season and bring a festive touch to your home. Feel free to bring your own decorative touches to personalize your project! No experience needed-just come ready to have fun and get into the holiday spirit!

A materials fee of $25 is  due to the instructor at the start of the class. Materials include fresh cut greens, ribbon and embellishments.

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