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The Fundamentals of Creative Writing: Level 1

$175

with Violet Hart, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 16, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks
1 additional session on Jan 6, 2026

In this 8-week course, we’ll explore the basics of creative writing, including the various mediums, genres, and publication routes available to you, and we’ll practice the fundamental skills and habits you’ll use to become a successful writer. This class is open to students of all skill levels, and whether you’re ready to become the next Stephen King or just want to put pen to paper and have some fun, there’s a place for you here.

Colored Pencils for Astronauts

$170

with Ed Higgins, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 17, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 10 weeks

Learn to use colored pencils (and watercolor pencils!) in new and exciting ways. It’s time to loosen up and take this traditionally fussy adult coloring book media outside the lines and into the 21st century. Learn to layer your colors, sketch and paint, even mix traditional colored pencils and watercolor pencils together. The materials list for this class is a mixed media, or watercolor pad or journal, a pad of Bristol, and an artist-grade set of colored pencils and/or watercolor pencils. Contact the instructor if you have any questions (ed_higgins@icloud.com). Class runs in an open-studio style format.

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Young At Heart Fiesta

Free

with Tony Garreton, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 17, 2025 at 10:30 am, runs for 6 weeks

Loneliness and social isolation in older adults is a serious public health risk that affects a significant number of people in the US, putting them at risk for dementia and other serious conditions. For this reason, Tony Dancer, under his TDF program, has created the “Young at Heart Fiesta” Latin Fusion dance class program with low impact, low-volume music to protect hearing, easy steps to follow and lots of laughter. This program is offered free of charge with Tony Dancer, plus once a month potlucks! Adults with strong social relationships have a lower risk of major health problems, such as depression, high blood pressure, and an unhealthy body mass index. *Program is for individuals 70+ only.

Full Course

Oil Painting Atelier: Fall Open Studio

$170

with Ed Higgins, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 17, 2025 at 1 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Calling all oil painters! Ed Higgins’ popular oil painting atelier continues to grow into a dynamic group of accomplished artists. Some prior experience with oil paints or past attendance in one of Ed’s sketching or painting classes is recommended. You will work independently, developing your original style with plenty of one-on-one feedback and technical instruction from Ed, designed to get your work going in the direction you want. Subject matter is entirely up to you. You will need a set of oil paints, brushes, Liquin original gel medium, Odorless paint thinner, and lots of rags. Contact the instructor if you have any questions (ed_higgins@icloud.com).

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Night Club Dance Basics

$100

with Sergei Slussky, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 17, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Oct 29, 2025

Night Club dancing is contagious: once you start, you might never want to stop. Dance develops balance and coordination, physical, mental, emotional, and social abilities. Come to exercise & meet new friends. In this class, we will go over: West Coast Swing, Night Club 2-Step, Kizomba. This class is open to all skill levels. *No Class: 11/26.

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Tumbled Seaglass & Broken Pottery

$55

with Shirley Anderson, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 17, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Get creative in this whimsical class, blending tumbled glass and pottery. We have lots of glass and pottery to choose from, come join us for a fun night out and create a keepsake and simply indulge in this therapeutic artistic process. All materials provided.

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Pilates: All Levels

$78

with Barbara McGranahan, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 17, 2025 at 5:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks
2 additional sessions through Jan 14, 2026

If you are familiar with the principles of Pilates and/or have completed the Intro to Mat Pilates w/ Barbara offering you are ready to get down to some practical work. A brief review of basic techniques that underpin all Pilates exercises and then on to foundation exercises and progressive exercises. Joseph Pilates said: "In 10 sessions you'll feel the difference, in 20 sessions you'll see the difference, and in 30 sessions you'll have a whole new body." Let's continue to work toward your postural, musculoskeletal alignment and development,and safe movement. *No Class: 11/26. **Please bring your own mat.

Spanish for Beginners: Conversational Skills & Everyday Life

$125

with Courtney Hutchings, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Sep 17, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Jan 7, 2026

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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