Explore the beauty of traditional and modern Chinese art through this 3-week hands-on series. Each week focuses on a different artistic form—Chinese calligraphy, ink painting, and watercolor—allowing participants to experience the aesthetics, philosophy, and techniques behind each style. This course encourages creativity while introducing cultural values such as balance, harmony, and expression. All materials included. *A $20 materials fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

If you have not discovered what a time saver phyllo dough can be, this is the class for you! We will learn to make Spinach Feta triangles, Quick Sausage Cheese appetizers and Apple Sheet pan Baklava. All recipes employ phyllo dough. Be sure and bring a container or two to take home what you don't eat on the spot! All ingredients and recipes provided. Generous yield to divide among participants. No experience required! You will be hit of holiday parties!

Interested in a travel experience with Collette Tours? Come join Andrew for more specific details about how these inclusive travel packages are backed by a century of experience. Collette (a family-owned and award winning leader in travel) is proud to show you the world. Their passionate tour design team travels the globe, creating new experiences and staying ahead of the latest travel trends. Plus, with a professional Tour Manager at your service and local guides by your side, you'll never miss a thing! Choosing Collette comes with benefits that take your guided travel experience to another level. Our inclusive tours provide you more value for your money and more of what makes travel special. *SPECIAL NOTE: This Info Night is specifically focused on the current Collette Tours being offered through Merrymeeting: Switzerland-Austria-Bavaria Tour & Spotlight on Tuscany.

This class is presented by NE Food Safety. Learn what you need to stay safe, keep customers safe and pass the CFPM exam. All key points are covered, from cleaning and sanitization to cooking temperatures, purchasing, and proper methods of food preparation and delivery. Price includes unlimited practice questions, book, class, and proctored exam. Students will be taught information in a variety of manners, including an exciting round of Food Jeopardy. Your instructor will be bilingual (Spanish/English), with over a decade of experience instructing adult learners at hospitals, VAs, colleges and universities, restaurants and hotels, and more. Topics covered include correct ID Process, Drink Measurement, DRAM Shop Law, Negligence, How to Diffuse Difficult Situations, BAC rate and Intoxication Factors, as much more. This class is fun, but it’s also important. Get your team trained before the busy season! *There will be no alcohol on premise.

Experience a classic Chinese street snack through Tanghulu, a delightful treat of fruit coated in a crisp sugar shell. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to select fruits like strawberries, hawthorn, or grapes, skewer them, and create the perfect glossy sugar coating. Discover how this snack dates to ancient times and remains a favorite during winter festivals and street fairs. *A $15 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.

Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to brush up on previous skills, this is the drawing class for you. Working in a variety of media, we will cover all of the basics: line, shape, value, proportion, composition, perspective and markmaking. Particular focus is placed on observational skills, learning how to translate the 3-dimensional world onto a 2-dimensional surface. A materials list will be provided after registration. *This session is 6 weeks. **No Class: 11/26.

*SCHEDULE CHANGE: This class will now run on Thursdays rather than Wednesdays. Same weeks and times that were originally published, just different day.

Continue building your Spanish speaking skills through engaging conversations about music, art, and culture from across the Spanish-speaking world. This course expands on concepts introduced in Conversational Spanish 1, helping students increase vocabulary, improve fluency, and gain confidence in a supportive, interactive setting. *No Class: 11/25.

This class is designed for anyone who enjoys Irish music and is interested in trying a new form of dance. Irish Social Folk Dancing is similar to square dancing but danced to lively Irish music. It involves groups of eight people forming a square and dancing figures that make up a set. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. No experience or partner necessary.