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Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Topsham, ME

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Investing at Retirement

Free

with Sarah Blondin, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 4, 2027 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Nearing or entering retirement? Maybe you're just thinking about it? Join us to learn how developing a customized strategy can assist you in identifying considerable risks to mitigate them while making the most out of your benefits and assets. This can help you plan for a financially secure retirement!

Intro to Mat Pilates

$78

with Barbara McGranahan, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 4, 2027 at 6:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Beginner mat classes are for people who have never tried Pilates before, those who’ve had a substantial break from the practice, and for many of us whose bodies might have their fair share of quirks yet don’t require individual postural correction. With a focus on the breath and flow, Pilates exercises relieve stress and soothe aches and pains. With all the hunching, sitting, and planning we tend to do, the cues and corrections of each class will increase your postural and muscular awareness, both during class and the minute you step out of class. ***Please bring your own mat.

Social Event Dance

$100

with Barbara McGranahan, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 4, 2027 at 7:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Do you go to weddings, family and school reunions or planning a cruise and would like to participate when dancing is offered? Maybe you participated in the past and feel a bit rusty with certain dance moves? How about learning basic foxtrot, waltz, and swing (jitterbug) moves and enjoy getting your groove back. Also dance has additional benefits related to active aging such as improving posture, balance, and cognition. Come with a dance partner or solo. The summer social engagements are right around the corner. See you on the dancefloor!

Tai Chi Easy™ with Robin

$155

with Robin Brooks, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2027 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. *No Class: 11/24 (Fall Session). **No Class: 2/16 (Winter Session). ***Snow Date: 3/23 (Winter Session).

Botanical Illustration with Watercolor and Ink

$150

with Claire Loon Baldwin, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2027 at 5 pm, runs for 4 weeks

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 or they can buy material kits from the Mix, an art store in Brunswick. *Snow Date: 2/2.

Professional Artist Grade Kit

Student Grade Kit

Gentle Yoga w/ Heather (Winter Sessions)

$114

with Heather Laffely, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2027 at 5:30 pm, runs for 7 weeks
1 additional session on Jan 6, 2027

This gentle class is for those looking to stretch, connect to the breath and practice traditional yoga postures, at a slow pace. We gently and safely encourage our muscle tissues to deeply lengthen and stretch, increasing range of motion and flexibility. Conscious intention and awareness are given to the breath, strengthening the nervous system and deepening the connection to mind and body. This class is designed for new, as well as, seasoned yogis looking for a mindful, gentle practice. *No Class: 2/17, 2/18.

Let It Go! Fiesta

$70

with Tony Garreton, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2027 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This is a unique dance therapy program, led by Tony Dancer, that offers physical and mental health benefits. Not only does it help you stay physically fit and burn calories, but it also serves as a form of therapy to combat depression and anxiety. With Tony as your guide, you can dance and let go of your worries without fear of judgment. Let It Go Fiesta features a mix of Latin and multicultural music, making it enjoyable 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 "Let it Go Fiesta" 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.

Spanish for Beginners: Conversational Skills & Everyday Life

$150

with Courtney Hutchings, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Jan 5, 2027 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session

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

Join us for this engaging 6-week introduction to Spanish, designed to build confidence and spark conversation. In weekly two-hour sessions, you'll explore topics such as introducing yourself, expressing likes and dislikes, ordering food in restaurants, and navigating places around town. With a focus on speaking and listening, each class blends vocabulary building, practical phrases, and cultural insights to bring the language to life. Whether you’re planning a trip, connecting with Spanish-speaking communities, or simply curious to learn, this course offers the perfect springboard. No prior experience needed!





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