BECOME A PREMIER MEMBER TODAY! Join the Merrymeeting PREMIERE Membership Club for only $25! *membership fee is annual.

Membership benefits include:

Early Access: Premier members receive a copy of our catalogs prior to public distribution, for exclusive early access to class schedules and offerings (actual registration still limited to public release).

Loyalty Program: Premier members receive $5 off every class they take with Merrymeeting (applies to all classes under $100, excluding certain programs).

Catalog Opportunity: Premier members may submit announcements in our future catalogs, as we are dedicating a page for announcements by our Merrymeeting Premiere members. (restrictions apply, contact us directly for details).

Discount Offer: Premier members receive a 10% discount on any Merrymeeting Youth & Family program (excluding DE and any program over $400; can only be used once annually).

Subscription Service: Premier memberships include a free subscription to our latest Merrymeeting Premiere Magazine (exclusive annual online publication emailed directly to club members).

Special Invitations: Premier members will enjoy access to special workshops and events developed especially for them.

Authentic Belly Dance, or raks sharqi, is an ancient form of dance. Raks sharqi means “dance of the east” in Arabic. Belly dance celebrates every body type and every stage of life. The dance is proud and powerful and soft and sinewy with elegant and isolating movements emanating from the core. It’s the Pilates of dance. And so much fun! This is a great refresher class for experienced dancers and suitable for dancers new to belly dance. Please wear comfortable clothing, similar to what you might wear to a yoga class that will allow for free movement and the ability to see your movement. Hip scarves make it even more fun. You can dance barefoot or in a pair of comfortable dance shoes in the studio. Zills (finger cymbals) will be used in class. Check in with the instructor before you purchase any. As an added bonus, you will also have access to a video library with instruction, drills, and ongoing choreography during the length of the session. The class fee is per person and for 10 sessions. Class meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month: 9/11, 9/25, 10/9, 10/23, 11/13, 12/11, 1/8, 1/22, 2/12, 2/26. *No Class: 11/27 & 12/25.

Experience the gifts of yoga through awareness of mind and body, attention to breath and movement, through an exploration in slowing down, and moments of settling to stillness, all to support your journey. This practice is guided by Nicola, with a sustainable approach, and open to all. Nicola Eden - Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher.

Watch this video message from instructor, Nicola Eden: CLICK HERE

Gather with a group to introspectively analyze why you may have anxiety and other negative patterns. This is a place for deep discussion, meditation, journaling, visualization, and Emotional Release: Subconscious Clearing to Release trapped emotions and limiting beliefs. Discover what no longer serves you and open yourself up to new possibilities. *Please Note: Cats on premise.

Learn to play percussion through the fun and engaging art of bucket drumming. This is a fun and accessible way to enjoy making music with others. Participants need to bring a plastic bucket. Written materials provided and we’ll create our own customized sticks during the first session. No prior musical experience is required. Nina Andersen has 30 years of experience facilitating and supporting adults making music at whatever level they can. She is the Founder and Music Director of the Southern Maine New Horizons Band, Music Director of the New England Adult Music Camp and the Associate Conductor of the Harpswell Concert Band. She was also the Music Director of the Maine Pops Concert Band from 1997-2017. This program will run out of Bowdoin College, Gibson Hall, Room 10. *No class: 1/20, 2/17.

Please bring a birth certificate or passport to the first class and a pen to every class. Parents/Guardians are required to attend the last 45 minutes of the first class and do a ride-along with their child, to be scheduled by the instructor and parent. 

**Please Note: There is a make-up fee for all missed classes and drives.

Review all Rules and Expectations on our website: https://merrymeeting.maineadulted.org/home/driver-education/

 Are you between ages 15 and 19 and want your State of Maine permit to prepare for your driving exam? We offer driver education courses to help build strong, safe, and confident drivers. Students are awarded an instructional permit upon successfully completing the course with a grade of 80 percent or better. The total hours of instruction are 40; 30 are in the classroom, and 10 are hours behind the wheel. A full payment of $560 is due at the time of registration. If a student withdraws from the course, $75 is withheld from the refund to cover program costs. Only employee discounts for this class. Please call Merrymeeting to register by phone if you are employed by MSAD 75, RSU 1, Brunswick, or Wiscasset school departments. If the student has a medical diagnosis, the list is on our website.  Please contact the office or click the link below for the required CR-24 medical form. Driver Medical Evaluation CR24 Topsham Campus

**Disclaimer: Due to the instructor's full-time job, a class may run from 5:30-8:30 pm. Please always check your email. A notice will be sent out on the day of the class.

 September 2024

• Class Time: 4:45 - 7:45 pm
• September: 16,17,18,23,24,25,30
• October: 1,7,8
• Final Exam: October 8

January 2025

• Class Time: 4:45 -7:45 pm
• January: 6,7,8,13,14,15,21,22,27,28
• Final Exam: January 28

April 2025

• Class Time: 4:45 - 7:45 pm
• April: 14,15,16,28,29,30
• May: 5,6,12,13
• Final Exam: May 13

Embark on a captivating crafting journey with Catherine to create your own 11x14 image transfer panel. Delve into collage on the first night, crafting a captivating background with vintage papers. Then, unleash your creativity on the second night, adding vibrant colors and finishing touches. Seal your masterpiece with matte varnish for longevity. Don't miss this chance to let your creativity flourish! Kit fee of $25 payable on the first night.

Learn which papers, materials, and brushes work best for you as we go over the basics of traditional and contemporary watercolor ideas and techniques. Class work will be a combination of watercolor exercises, whereby we learn the behavior of and particularities of watercolor through exercises. We will then apply this knowledge to small set ups so that we can gain some practical application. I will spend some time going over basic drawing ideas, color theory, color mixing, and brush care. A willingness to draw, and/or improve upon drawing skills will enhance your experience in this class. Absolute beginners in both drawing and watercolor need to recognize that they are attempting two new skills: drawing and watercolor. Don't let this dissuade you from signing up, but recognize where you are coming in and give yourself some grace in the moments where drawing is involved. I will do my best to help you where you are at! Always wanted some watercolor instruction from the ground up? This class will get you started! *No Class: 10/14, 11/11, 1/20, 2/17.