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Beginning Ceramics
with Heather O'Neil, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Ever wanted to take some time for yourself and play with clay? Learn the basics of hand building and wheel throwing in this 6 week class. This class is geared toward the beginner. The first 10 people to sign up have priority on the wheel. Please let admins know if you prefer to hand build or wheel throw so we can keep an accurate account. Glazing will also be covered so that you can leave with finished pieces. $65 materials fee is due to the instructor on the first night of class. *Purchasing additional clay: The fee is an additional $65 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: 4/21.
Open Studio Ceramics (Tuesday 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. $65 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 $65 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!
13 Yeast Rolls in 3 Hours
with Deb Arter, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Who can resist the smell of fresh bread baking? We will learn how to mix, knead, proof and shape basic yeast dough. Participants will learn how to create cloverleaf rolls, butter crescents, cinnamon swirls, tea rings and whole-wheat rolls, as well as an economically savory braid that comes together quickly. All materials included.
Emotional Eating: Unpacked & Under Control
with Amy Burtt, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
This empowering class is designed to help you rebuild your relationship with food by understanding emotional eating and learning how to trust your body again. We'll explore the roots of emotional eating and how to recognize true hunger vs. emotional cravings. Class is lecture and Q&A.
Men's Stretching and Strengthening Program
with Carlos Collado, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Using a combination of soft flowing and strengthening exercises, gentle stretching and balance postures focusing on postural alignment, focused breathing and a meditative mindset. Free the mind of distracting thoughts, expectations, and anxiety in order to experience centering, balance, reduce stress, develop strength, flexibility and gain personal control. Bring a yoga mat, a stretch strap, and a water bottle. Wear loose comfortable clothing. *No Class: 4/21
POSTURE POWER: STRENGTHEN YOUR BODY FROM THE GROUND UP VIA ZOOM
with Carole Freeman, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
research from psychology, neuroscience, and breath work, you’ll learn how happiness isn’t just a mood, but a trainable skill. Through guided exercises, reflection prompts, and interactive discussion, you’ll discover how to catch moments of joy, keep them alive longer, and spread them with intention. Live class on Zoom. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman S1 WEDNESDAYS APR 15-MAY 6 10:00 – 11:00 AM S2 WEDNESDAYS APR 15-MAY 6 5:00 – 6:00 PM COST PER SESSION $25 THE BALANCE BLUEPRINT: CORE STRENGTH MEETS STABILITY VIA ZOOM Unlock the secrets to better balance in this dynamic workshop that connects the mind and body. You’ll learn about the brain's role in stability, techniques to develop better balance, and the essential connection between core strength and control. Perfect for all ages, this class is ideal for anyone seeking improved coordination, injury prevention, or confidence in movement. Offered live on Zoom, 1 hour class for 3 weeks. You will receive a Zoom link the day before class. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman S1 WEDNESDAYS MAR 4-25 10:00 – 11:00 AM S2 WEDNESDAYS MAR 4-25 5:00 – 6:00 PM COST PER SESSION $35 POSTURE POWER: STRENGTHEN YOUR BODY FROM THE GROUND UP VIA ZOOM Poor posture can wreak havoc on your breathing, energy, and overall well-being. In this workshop, you’ll learn simple correction techniques for common postural imbalances, including Upper Cross Syndrome (tight chest, weak upper back) and Lower Cross Syndrome (hip tightness, weak lower back). By focusing on breathing and alignment, you’ll feel taller, stronger, and more energized. You will receive a Zoom link the day before class. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman
Glass on Glass Landscape Mosaics
with Herenya Wilkey, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Please bring a photo of a natural landscape special to you to class. We will use the photos to create 8x12” mosaics by simplifying the landscape and highlighting its most prominent features. Although this is a great beginner class, all experience levels are welcome. We will learn how to score, break, and snip glass down to shape and glue to our substrate. On the last day of class we will finish with grout. No experience required! All Materials/Tools provided. A material fee of $35 must be paid to the instructor on the first night of class.
POSTURE POWER: STRENGTHEN YOUR BODY FROM THE GROUND UP VIA ZOOM
with Carole Freeman, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
research from psychology, neuroscience, and breath work, you’ll learn how happiness isn’t just a mood, but a trainable skill. Through guided exercises, reflection prompts, and interactive discussion, you’ll discover how to catch moments of joy, keep them alive longer, and spread them with intention. Live class on Zoom. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman S1 WEDNESDAYS APR 15-MAY 6 10:00 – 11:00 AM S2 WEDNESDAYS APR 15-MAY 6 5:00 – 6:00 PM COST PER SESSION $25 THE BALANCE BLUEPRINT: CORE STRENGTH MEETS STABILITY VIA ZOOM Unlock the secrets to better balance in this dynamic workshop that connects the mind and body. You’ll learn about the brain's role in stability, techniques to develop better balance, and the essential connection between core strength and control. Perfect for all ages, this class is ideal for anyone seeking improved coordination, injury prevention, or confidence in movement. Offered live on Zoom, 1 hour class for 3 weeks. You will receive a Zoom link the day before class. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman S1 WEDNESDAYS MAR 4-25 10:00 – 11:00 AM S2 WEDNESDAYS MAR 4-25 5:00 – 6:00 PM COST PER SESSION $35 POSTURE POWER: STRENGTHEN YOUR BODY FROM THE GROUND UP VIA ZOOM Poor posture can wreak havoc on your breathing, energy, and overall well-being. In this workshop, you’ll learn simple correction techniques for common postural imbalances, including Upper Cross Syndrome (tight chest, weak upper back) and Lower Cross Syndrome (hip tightness, weak lower back). By focusing on breathing and alignment, you’ll feel taller, stronger, and more energized. You will receive a Zoom link the day before class. INSTRUCTOR: Carole Freeman