Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Topsham, ME
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Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education Classes
MidCoast Ukes: Next Steps
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
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.
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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Drawing For The Creatively Frustrated
with Kat Logan, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Discover your hidden artistic side in this engaging drawing class, inspired by the principles of Betty Edwards,”Drawing from the Right side of the Brain”. Designed specifically for adults who may feel uncertain about their drawing skills, this course aims to reset your creative pathways and develop confidence in your abilities and to have a lot of fun in the process. All materials are provided. Kat Logan is a professional artist with a studio in Bath and instructs workshops In Maine and abroad. A $15 materials fee, payable to the instructor, must be paid on the first day of class.
Fit to Salsa
with Tony Garreton, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
In this unique dance fitness class, led by Tony Dancer, you will experience more high impact teaching using salsa music. This is a full body cardio workout modified from salsa steps into fitness. This program is appropriate for people of all ages, genders, and body types. You can move at your own pace and have a great time. So why not join the fun with "Fit to Salsa" and experience the joy and freedom of dance? If you hate to workout but love to dance, this is for you! Course fee is for 6 sessions with Tony.
Maine Death w/ Dignity Act
with Valerie Lovelace, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
There is still a lot of misunderstanding and misinformation about Maine's compassionate end-of-life care option. Many providers and patients in Maine are still not familiar with Maine's Death with Dignity Act. In effect since September 2019, the law permits physicians to practice medical aid-in-dying under specific circumstances. Know the facts and, if qualified, the right to access medical aid in dying if they choose. Join this class to get fact-based information and all the details you need to know about Maine's law, how to have the conversation with your physician, and how to qualify for the law or support your loved one who may be qualifying. (No materials/supplies required).
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Publish your own Book
with Preethi Fernando, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Curious about what it takes to publish your own book? Preethi’s class is ideal for the retired Senior, the busy working professional wanting to become a published author, working professionals wanting to publish a book to boost their resume, the stay at home parent wanting to publish a children’s book, and for the curious individual wondering if they have what it takes to become a published author. Yes you can. The instructor, Preethi Fernando, has published 15 books. (This is not a writing class.) Watch video here: https://youtu.be/bj41XMi49nM. Visit preethifernando.com to learn more.
A Personal Finance Class for Hard Working Folks During Hard Times
with Preethi Fernando, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
You will look at your financial life and identify what’s working for you, what’s going against you and how to make the shift to becoming financially wealthy. We look at your larger financial picture - together. Our relationship with money and how we feel about money dramatically affects our wallet. A rich mindset matters. Have multiple sources of income. Say no to continuously picking up a family member’s financial burdens and irresponsible behavior. What are your money leaks? Don’t fall for financial scams. Start a side hustle from home and increase your ability to earn. Warren Buffet once said, "if you don’t make your money work while you sleep, you will work till the day you die.” WATCH CLASS INTRO VIDEO HERE : https://youtu.be/wW-BcPsASRI
American Castles
with Preethi Fernando, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
In an amazing one hour, you will watch, hear, and be mesmerized by the stories, pictures, and scandals behind American castles. The scandal of William Randolph Hearst and Marion Davies of Hearst Castle, California, the overthrow of Queen Lili’okalani in Iolani Palace in Hawaii, rumors of fraud and murder surrounding Barrington House in Massachusetts, General William Palmer’s deep love for his “Queen” wife in Glen Erie Castle, Colorado, and the fascinating story behind Boldt Castle, in Alexandria Bay, New York, and many more that will leave you feeling awed and stunned. The presenter, Preethi Fernando is the author of “Castles and Grand Homes of America.” This is a visually stunning presentation with fun storytelling delivered by the author herself. You don’t want to miss this. Let’s visit 20+ American castles together in one short hour. WATCH CLASS INTRO VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/uGMKwP5ziaI