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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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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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Message Circle with Jeannie Sullivan

$45

with Jeannie Sullivan, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

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

Come hear what Spirit has to say to you. Get your questions answered and learn what your family and friends have to say in Spirit. This is a fun and interactive way to get introduced to psychic readings. You may be surprised who you hear from. Led by Jeannie Sullivan from HeartFelt Energies. Makeup date Feb. 3

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Chinese Culture & Conversation

$100

with Shufang Liao, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Feb 24, 2026 at 3:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This course introduces students (Beginning learners) to basic Chinese language and culture through engaging, hands-on activities. Students will learn Pinyin, tones, simple vocabulary, greetings, numbers, and expressions such as “How are you?” and “I like to….” Cultural topics include Chinese calligraphy, paper cutting, zodiac signs, traditional festivals like the Spring Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival, and creative projects such as designing Chinese names, making fans, mooncakes, and red pockets. Through conversation, art, and cultural exploration, students develop an appreciation for Chinese traditions while gaining foundational speaking and writing skills in Mandarin. All the materials are included.

Botanical Illustration with Watercolor and Ink

$145

with Claire Loon Baldwin, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Feb 24, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 4 weeks

IMPORTANT NOTE: MARCH 24TH IS A SCHEDULED MAKE-UP DATE IN THE EVENT WE HAVE A SNOW DAY AND CLASS IS CANCELED. If we have no bad weather, this class will end on March 17th. 

This all-levels class explores botanical illustration with watercolor, pen and ink. Students will learn principles of scientific illustration through painting subjects ranging from mushrooms to wildflowers, focusing on observational drawing and precision watercolor painting techniques. Students can either buy themselves the required materials - the materials list is linked here - or they can buy material kits from the Mix, an art store in Brunswick (here is a link to a student-grade kit, and here is a link to an artist-grade kit).

Learn more about instructor Claire Loon Baldwin and see her illustrations for books and magazines on her website: CLICK HERE

THIS COURSE IS 4 WEEKS.

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