Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Topsham, ME
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Heartsaver First Aid/CPR with AED: Adult & Child
with John Coffin, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Become certified in First Aid/CPR/AED – Adult and Child. All the equipment (manikins and AEDs), videos, Student Workbooks, and consumable supplies are provided. Included in the course are adult and child CPR with AED and first aid skills, where the students demonstrate the skills learned. Upon successful completion, an American Heart Association First/Aid CPR and AED Certification card will be sent to the student, valid for two (2) years. For those taking the course to meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements, a Certificate of Completion that indicates this course meets the requirements of 46 CFR 11.201 for Merchant Mariner Credential will also be issued. American Heart Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor: John E. Coffin
Relaxation Mini-Retreat: Soothe Your Nervous System
with Heather Shaughnessy-Cato, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
This 2-hour retreat is a gentle invitation to rest, release, and reset. Through calming breathwork, body-based relaxation, and restorative practices, you’ll soothe your nervous system and offer your body and mind the deep rest they deserve. This retreat is designed for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. Activities include: Guided relaxation practices, Guided meditation for rest and renewal, Gentle & restorative movement, and Journaling or quiet reflection. Please bring: A yoga mat, a journal, and anything that supports your comfort—such as a blanket, cushion, or eye pillow.
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Intro to Ukulele Beginner PLUS
with Nina Andersen, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
The ukulele is one of the easiest ways to try making music for the first time, or learn a new instrument. In this class we’ll start with 4-5 basic chords that can be used to play lots of popular and familiar tunes and build from there. We’ll cover how to tune, strum and sing along. No prior musical experience required and all levels are welcome! Instructor Nina Andersen has 30 years of experience facilitating and supporting adults making music at whatever level they can. She is the Founder and Music Director of the Southern Maine New Horizons Band, Music Director of the New England Adult Music Camp and the Associate Conductor of the Harpswell Concert Band. She was also the Music Director of the Maine Pops Concert Band from 1997-2017.
No class on President's Day, February 16th
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Get Healthy Easily
with Emily Bottino, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Transform your relationship with food and movement in this 90-minute workshop. Using self-hypnosis and mindset techniques, you'll learn to replace unhealthy habits with energizing nutrition and joyful activity. Create lasting change by rewiring patterns, boosting motivation, and aligning behavior with your wellness goals. Lost? Start here!
Message Circle with Jeannie Sullivan
with Jeannie Sullivan, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
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.
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Nontraditional Hand Stamped Greeting Cards
with Dawn Stevens, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
In this class, we will follow step by step instructions to create a uniquely folded occasion greeting card. We will also create a carnival themed slimline card. You will choose the sentiments to make them birthday, get well, friends, etc. Precut kits and envelopes are provided. Participants need a pair of scissors and colored pencils or markers.
Beginning French
with Laurie Notch, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Voulez-vous apprendre le français? Learn French essentials or revive French learned from decades ago! We’ll cover pronunciation, basic phrases, structure and vocabulary with the textbook Barron's E-Z French. *No Class: 11/25.
Intermediate French
with Laurie Notch, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
This course will offer lessons in structure and grammar, reading comprehension, listening comprehension, and conversation using variety of materials. Continuons à apprendre la langue français! *No Class: 11/26.