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The Sales Agent Online Class
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The Sales Agent Online Class

$370

with Center for Real Estate Studies of Maine, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 1, 2025 at 8 am, runs for 24 weeks

This 55-hour remote learning real estate agent course, approved by the Maine Real Estate Commission, is a prerequisite to taking the Pearson VUE state licensing exam. Based on the book, Introduction to a Successful Career in Maine Real Estate, by Charles “Kim” Coit, its content includes material that is basic to the practice of real estate in Maine. This class is ongoing and the student can start as soon as they register. PDF copy of book is provided, $35 for hard copy.

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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Beekeeping: The Fundamentals

$110

with Sagadahoc County Beekeepers Association, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 15, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This six class course of instruction is designed for those that wish to become a beekeeper. The course will cover the what, why, and how of beekeeping. Topics include but are not limited to bee biology, equipment requirements and setup, seasonal management techniques, diseases, pest management, honeybee environmental benefits, and hive products. The goal of this course is to develop a foundation for new beekeepers to be prepared to keep bees. A course textbook will be provided to each student. Meets in Rm 160. *NO CLASS: 2/19.

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Candle-Making

$35

with Asia Cole, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Feb 14, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Come spend a relaxing evening making beautiful beeswax candles. We will be hand-dipping taper candles of your chosen shape and color design. Join us for this slow yet oh-so rewarding traditional craft! Kindly signup at least 2 weeks prior to the class start date.

Full Course

Ultimate Beginner Watercolor: Level 1

$25

with Catherine Scanlon, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Feb 17, 2026 at 2:30 pm, runs for 1 week

In this 2 day class, you'll learn everything you need to know to get started with watercolor painting. We will have an in-depth conversation about paper and pads, paint, palettes, and brushes. After the materials lecture, we'll jump right in and make a color chart, practice mixing paint and our brush strokes. After a quick review on the second day, you'll have the opportunity to paint a custom illustration created by Catherine and printed on watercolor paper. You'll leave this short, but sweet class with enough experience and knowledge to know if investing in the materials to paint with watercolor is something you are interested in doing. All materials provided. *A $20 materials fee must be paid to instructor at first class.

February 17th will be a special all day session. We will meet from 2:30 to 5, take a half hour break and finish up between 5:30 to 7:30. 

Full Course
Genealogy of Maine and French Canada
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Genealogy of Maine and French Canada

$135

with Craig Siulinski, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

This special online Genealogy program will cover some basic genealogy concepts but will primarily highlight two areas of research:  Maine and French Canada. The program will also include a deep dive into the top 10 free websites to use for family history research. No prior genealogy experience is required.

Hand Stamped Cards: Beat the Winter Blues

$20

with Dawn Stevens, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Feb 23, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Let’s have fun making two projects together! Project One will use flower stamps to make a layered card that you can customize for the intended recipient. For Project Two we will assemble a small die cut project to hang on the wall or from the ceiling. Precut kits and envelopes are provided. Participants need a pair of scissors and colored pencils or markers.

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