Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Topsham, ME
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General Enrichment
in Personal Enrichment at Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
MidCoast Ukes: Next Steps
with Nina Andersen, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
This is an ongoing instructional and playing session for students that have participated in the Intro to Ukulele session offered by Nina Andersen. Each session will build on the skills learned in the Intro class and we'll build a solid repertoire of songs to play together.
This class meets on the following Tuesdays: 9/30, 10/14, 10/28, 11/12 (Wednesday), 11/25, 12/9. However, the first classs (9/30) will meet at the library, as already arranged with Nina. All other class dates will meet at the Adult Ed Center in Topsham.
Creative Writing 2 Extension Course
with Violet Hart, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Creative Writing 2 Extension Course with Violet Hart
Scam Smarts Workshop
with Mechelle Given, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Recognize & Avoid Common Scams! This free 60-minute session is designed to help older adults, families, and caregivers recognize and avoid common scams. Spot red flags, understand the latest scams targeting seniors, protect personal and financial information, report fraud safely and confidently. Special emphasis on online shopping! Presentation by Coastal Enterprises, Inc.
Let It Go! Fiesta
with Tony Garreton, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
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.
Beginning Fly Tying
with Lane Soltesz, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
Attendees will learn the basic techniques for fly tying and progress to tying flies for catching freshwater fish in Maine's lakes and rivers. Vises, tools, hooks and all supplies needed to produce fishable flies will be provided by the instructor. Class size will be limited to 5-6 students to allow for individual assistance as required. Class will cover tools, hooks, fly size, fly type and construction techniques used to create flies. The student will learn to work with feathers, hair, tinsels, thread, wire, fur, beads and many other materials used in making flies. A materials fee of $25 must be paid to the instructor on the first night of class. *No Class: 2/18.
Beekeeping: An Introductory Workshop
with Sagadahoc County Beekeepers Association, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
This one day introduction course will provide an overview of beekeeping for those considering beekeeping or just wanting to learn more about honeybees. The course will cover equipment required, equipment sources, cost, level of effort required, basic bee biology and care, etc. The course is intended to provide basic background information and a general understanding of beekeeping, to help determine if beekeeping is for you. The course is not intended to function as a full beekeeping course; it is highly recommended that a full "Fundamentals of Beekeeping" course is completed if your goal is to become a beekeeper. Meets in Rm 160.
Beekeeping: The Fundamentals
with Sagadahoc County Beekeepers Association, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
This six class course of instruction is designed for those that wish to become a beekeeper. The course will cover the what, why, and how of beekeeping. Topics include but are not limited to bee biology, equipment requirements and setup, seasonal management techniques, diseases, pest management, honeybee environmental benefits, and hive products. The goal of this course is to develop a foundation for new beekeepers to be prepared to keep bees. A course textbook will be provided to each student. Meets in Rm 160. *NO CLASS: 2/19.