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MidCoast Ukes: Next Steps
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MidCoast Ukes: Next Steps

$60

with Nina Andersen, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

This is an ongoing instructional and playing session for students that have participated in the Intro to Ukulele session offered by Nina Andersen. Each session will build on the skills learned in the Intro class and we'll build a solid repertoire of songs to play together.

This class meets on the following Tuesdays: 9/30, 10/14, 10/28, 11/12 (Wednesday), 11/25, 12/9. However, the first classs (9/30) will meet at the library, as already arranged with Nina. All other class dates will meet at the Adult Ed Center in Topsham.

MidCoast Ukes: Next Steps

$96

with Nina Andersen, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 13, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 8 weeks

This is an ongoing instructional and playing session for students that have participated in the Intro to Ukulele session offered by Nina Andersen. Each session will build on the skills learned in the Intro class and we'll build a solid repertoire of songs to play together.

No Meeting on Tuesday, April 14th. The February 24th and April 7th meetings will be at Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick.

 

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HandBasics Presents: Self-care for Osteoarthritis

$50

with Mary Woodbury, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 18, 2026 at 3 pm, runs for 1 week
5 additional sessions through Aug 18, 2026

If you, or someone you know, suffers from Osteoarthritis pain in the hands, wrists, elbows or shoulders, please join Mary Woodbury, OTR/L CHT for a discussion about self-care and easy-to-perform techniques to ease discomfort in the hands and upper extremities. According to the Arthritis Foundation, 32.5 million adults in America with osteoarthritis woke up in pain today. Come learn about techniques, devices, and splints, to balance daily activities and exercises with pain management. Self-care is conservative care and often the first line of care prescribed by Occupational Therapists.

Paint Night: Pet Portrait (FF)
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Paint Night: Pet Portrait (FF)

$55

with Shirley Anderson, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Ages: 6 - 17

*This is a Family-Friendly program, which means this workshop is open only to adults with minors. To participate in this program, adults need to register themselves and at least one child. An adult can register multiple children (up to 3).

Come join Shirley Anderson for an engaging and beginner-friendly ‘Paint your Pet’ class! In this workshop budding artists will receive step-by-step guidance to create a beautiful portrait of their beloved furry of feathered companions. No Prior experience is necessary; Shirley welcomes beginners with open arms. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this class is a fun and rewarding experience as you immortalize your pet on canvas. After signing up for this class, you will need to email shirl.art5050@mail.com with 5 good quality photos of your pet. Canvas and paints are supplied.

CALL US AT 729-7323 TO REGISTER!

Astrology: Houses and House Systems
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Astrology: Houses and House Systems

$25

with Rebecca Quigg, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Learn about the twelve houses of an astrological chart, the themes and topics indicated by each house, and some of the different house systems and the theories behind them.

Scam Smarts Workshop

Free

with Mechelle Given, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 19, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 1 week

Recognize & Avoid Common Scams! This free 60-minute session is designed to help older adults, families, and caregivers recognize and avoid common scams. Spot red flags, understand the latest scams targeting seniors, protect personal and financial information, report fraud safely and confidently. Special emphasis on online shopping! Presentation by Coastal Enterprises, Inc

Chinese Cuisine: Mooncakes

$50

with Shufang Liao, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 19, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival in style! In this no-bake class, you’ll craft delicate Snow Skin Mooncakes—modern variations of a centuries-old symbol of reunion and gratitude. Using glutinous rice flour, you’ll make the smooth, chewy “snow skin” and fill it with sweet lotus paste, red bean, or fruit flavors before molding them into beautiful designs. Learn about the cultural stories behind the mooncake while enjoying a creative, hands-on experience. All ingredients & equipment provided.

Intermediate Book Binding

$75

with Joelle Webber, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Mar 19, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 3 weeks

Classes will cover various techniques and materials including Decorative Paste Papers, The Stab Binding, and the Long Stitched Book. Each class will focus on a different topic, while we learn the basics of book binding vocabulary, tools & materials. Tools & materials provided. A materials fee of $20 payable to the instructor is due on the first night.





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