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Introductory Stained Glass Workshop

$35

with Penny Hartwell, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week
1 additional session on Jan 6, 2026

In this one night workshop, you will learn about the different kinds of glass , how to cut and grind glass. We will be making acid etched hearts. You will be able to take them home that night. Lab fee $10.00 to be paid to instructor at the beginning of workshop.

Joy of Watercolor: Landscapes

$185

with Deena Ball, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Experience the Joy of Watercolor while learning to paint landscape elements. This class is designed for intermediate watercolorists. While you do not need to be an advanced student, you should be familiar with your supplies, art terms and comfortable painting with professional watercolor materials. The course accommodates various skill levels while maintaining a focus on fundamental techniques. The first hour of class focuses on instruction and exercises related to that week's topic. Each session features the work of a contemporary or historical watercolorist. In the second hour, students work on individual projects with personalized guidance. You may choose to complete a quick project centered on the day's topic or continue working on a longer-term piece. This class requires some prior watercolor experience—you should know the basics, though you don't need to be beyond beginner level. Materials list will be provided by the instructor.

Energy Healing Insights

$25

with Shelley Fritz, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

In this engaging class, you will be presented with some basic information about the human energy field, and some simple, yet profoundly helpful tools to help you live a thriving, and fruitful life, while activating your full potential. Information will conclude the topics of Grounding, Chakras, energy clearing and more. Presented by Shelley Fritz Healing.

The Fundamentals of Creative Writing: Level 2

$175

with Violet Hart, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks
1 additional session

In this 8-week course, we'll continue exploring the art of creative writing, diving deeper into tools, skills, and habits that can help you meet your writing goals. This class is open to students who have already taken Fundamentals Level 1 (if you have not and would still like to participate, please contact the instructor directly). *No Class: 10/13.

Tai Chi Easy™ with Robin

$155

with Robin Brooks, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 6, 2026 at 1:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks
1 additional session

Join Robin to learn about the incredible health benefits of practicing tai chi. Tai Chi Easy™ is a health-enhancement system that includes a gentle qigong (chee-gong) warm-up, breathing practices, self-massage, and a modified Yang-style tai chi form. We will discover how to nurture our Qi, or vital life force, while engaging in the practices. This class is for everyone, both new and continuing students. Please contact Robin if you have any questions. Optional book to purchase: The Healer Within: The Four Essential Self-Care Methods for Creating Optimal Health by Roger Jahnke, OMD. *No Class: 11/11 & 11/25.

Beginning Ceramics

$125

with Heather O'Neil, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 6, 2026 at 3 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session

Ever wanted to take some time for yourself and play with clay? Learn the basics of hand building and wheel throwing in this 6 week class. This class is geared toward the beginner. The first 10 people to sign up have priority on the wheel. Please let admins know if you prefer to hand build or wheel throw so we can keep an accurate account. Glazing will also be covered so that you can leave with finished pieces. $65 materials fee is due to the instructor on the first night of class. *Purchasing additional clay: The fee is an additional $65 to cover the firing, glazes and other consumables used during class. Please note: If you miss a class, you cannot make-up the class at another time. The ceramics schedule is very tight and these classes are usually full. Thank you for your understanding! *For November Session: No Class on 11/25. **Class will run on 11/11.

Open Studio Ceramics (Tuesday Sessions)

$115

with Heather O'Neil, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 6, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session

Are you comfortable with your clay abilities and just looking for a place to work and improve your skills? Join us in the Morse High School Ceramics Studio and start making all those things you have been dreaming up! This is not an instructor lead class, but the instructor will be on site working in case you need something. $65 for materials and studio fee, payable to instructor, must be paid on the first night of class. *Purchasing additional clay: The fee is an additional $65 to cover the firing, glazes and other consumables used during class. Please note: If you miss a class, you cannot make-up the class at another time. The ceramics schedule is very tight and these classes are usually full. Thank you for your understanding! *No Class: 11/11 & 11/25.

Fit to Salsa

$70

with Tony Garreton, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 8, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

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.





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