Love dumplings? Learn the secrets behind China’s most iconic comfort food in this hands-on class! You’ll make dumplings from scratch—creating soft dough, preparing flavorful fillings, and mastering various wrapping styles like crescent and pouch shapes. Explore the cultural meaning of dumplings as symbols of reunion and wealth, traditionally enjoyed during Chinese New Year. By the end, you’ll be able to boil, steam, or pan-fry your own perfect dumplings and take home the authentic techniques and recipes to recreate this festive dish anytime.

Unlock your creative potential and discover the joy of painting vibrant spring Tulips. Shirley’s step-by-step guidance will empower you to capture their bright yellows and oranges, and reds, embracing the beauty of spring. All skill levels welcome! Canvas and paints are supplied.

Turn a landscape photograph into a gorgeous painting on canvas! Learn color theory and use a simple abstract shape technique to create a realistic and vibrant acrylic landscape painting worthy of display. No experience necessary! Instructor will gather landscape photos via email. A $15 materials fee is due at the first class. *No Class: 4/23.

Learn how to make sauerkraut and kimchi using lacto-fermentation! This is an ancient way of preserving food using only salt and water to create the necessary conditions for fermentation. We'll use knives and other kitchen tools to cut up the vegetables, and follow a few time-tested and honed recipes to craft some delicious and healthy food. Every student will make one pint of sauerkraut and one pint of kimchi to take home. All required tools and materials will be provided.

Minimum: 4 | Maximum: 10 

Get hooked on the fun of surprise stitches! In this 4-night class, a pattern will be randomly selected with a different granny square pattern each week. We will crochet two of that week’s design. From classic to quirky, no two weeks are the same! By the end of the session, you’ll have a colorful collection of squares ready to be stitched into a one-of-a-kind pillow sham. Students should have a basic knowledge of crocheting.

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 8

Choosing assisted living is one of the most important decisions a family can make. This 2-part workshop offers clear, practical guidance for older adults, caregivers, and adult children who want to understand options, avoid common pitfalls, and make confident choices. Through real-world examples and a simple evaluative framework, participants learn what truly matters when selecting a community. Kaitlyn Cunningham Morse, founder of Maine Aging Partners, helps families navigate care decisions with clarity and confidence. Her work is grounded, practical, and shaped by years inside Maine’s senior living industry.

Interested in a travel experience with Collette Tours? Come join Andrew for more specific details about how these inclusive travel packages are backed by a century of experience. Collette (a family-owned and award winning leader in travel) is proud to show you the world. Their passionate tour design team travels the globe, creating new experiences and staying ahead of the latest travel trends. Plus, with a professional Tour Manager at your service and local guides by your side, you'll never miss a thing! Choosing Collette comes with benefits that take your guided travel experience to another level. Our inclusive tours provide you more value for your money and more of what makes travel special. SPECIAL NOTE: This Info Night is specifically focused on the current Collette Tours being offered through Merrymeeting: Spain's Costa del Sol & Treasures of Egypt (see page 47).

This workshop is designed to help strengthen and stretch the low back muscles and abdominal muscles. These two muscle groups work together to form a strong core to support our whole body. The poses that we learn will also open the hips and stretch the back and whole body. We will learn many poses that can be practiced at home. 

Join us and learn some poses that can help relieve your tension. All levels are welcome.

Equipment will be provided for you. Information learned through yoga classes and workshops should not be considered a substitute for medical advice.