Have you ever wondered how you'd like to be remembered? This workshop offers a unique and transformative opportunity to reflect on your legacy by crafting your own obituary. Far from morbid, this session is an empowering exploration of life, values, and aspirations. Through guided exercises and thoughtful prompts, you’ll delve into your accomplishments, passions, and the mark you wish to leave on the world. By the end of the workshop, you'll walk away with a powerful piece of writing that not only captures who you are but also serves as a roadmap for the life you want to lead. Whether you’re looking for personal clarity, a creative challenge, or a fresh perspective on what truly matters, this workshop invites you to embrace the big picture with honesty, humor, and heart. No prior writing experience is necessary—just bring an open mind and a willingness to reflect. It is recommended that students have a gmail account as most handouts will be shared virtually via Google Docs. The preferred device for this course is a laptop rather than a tablet.

Learn investment basics, discover how money grows, and build your investment portfolio to confidently reach your financial goals. Presented by Damian Smith of Set Apart Investing.

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.

Did you know that YOU could be the life-changing person for a child/family here in Maine? Yes, YOU can become a foster or adoptive parent! Come learn about the licensing process and the different ways you can help Maine children. There is a special need for people who can care for infants, sibling groups, and adolescents, while also supporting the reunification process. Join us for this informational meeting and take that very first step to becoming a resource family.

This foundational course provides a clear overview of the Medicare system. Participants will learn about Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D), avoid lifelong enrollment penalties, and confidently compare Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage to maximize coverage. Presented by Damian Smith of Set Apart Investing.

This course provides a strategic guide to maximizing Social Security benefits. You'll learn about optimal claiming ages, spousal and survivor benefits, and tailored strategies for single, married, divorced, and widowed individuals to make informed decisions about when and how to file. Presented by Damian Smith of Set Apart Investing.

Our community book club is back! Come and have a lively discussion as we share our thoughts on these books! *NOTE: Each session below is one-night.

OCT Session: Come join us for our first meeting in October! The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides is a psychological thriller to get us in the spooky mood for the season. About a woman named Alicia Berenson, a painter who murders her husband, Gabriel, then never speaks another word. Theo Faber, a forensic psychotherapist is obsessed with her case, becomes her therapist to uncover her motive, only for the narrative to reveal that the storylines are not occurring simultaneously, leading to a shocking twist regarding their connection.

NOV Session: We are going to put a spin on November's book selection. For November you will be challenged to read a book of your choice in a genre that you have never/very rarely read. Let's have a thoughtful conversation on the book and genre you chose and why. Was this an eye opener for you? Will you read more books of that genre in the future? Come and let us know! Speaking of the future, The Merrymeeting Adult Ed Center will be putting its Spring/Summer catalog together soon! We will take some time during this meeting to discuss the future of our club, anything you would like to add/subtract? We will also choose future selections and possible locations. Please bring with you at least 2 book titles and a small summary that you would like the club to discuss and we will vote on the top titles!

DEC Session: Home for the holidays? Not so much for the characters in our December book pick! We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer is about a queer couple, Charlie and Eve, who buy a house to flip, only for their lives to unravel after they let a family of former residents tour the home, leading to supernatural events, disappearances, and a breakdown of reality. Originally a viral short story on Reddit. Would you have let the former family in? Let's talk about what you would have done! 

JAN Session: Happy New Year! Lets start the new year off with a great read from Fredrik Backman, the author of the bestselling book "A Man Called Ove." My Friends by Fredrick Backman is about the enduring power of friendship, art, and human connection. Follow an aspiring artist named Louisa as she uncovers the story behind a famous painting of four teenagers from a transformative summer 25 years prior, weaving together past and present narratives of trauma, hope, and healing. Come join us for a great conversation! 

FEB Session: [Wayward] - Unruly, unpredictable or difficult to control. This month we will be reading a book with that very title! Weyward by Emilia Hart is a debut novel that weaves together the stories of three women from different centuries—Altha (1619), Violet (1942), and Kate (present day)—who are connected by a shared legacy of female power, intuition, and a deep bond with nature, often labeled as witchcraft. The book explores themes of resilience, and the struggle of each woman as she confronts abuse and societal constraints, finding strength in their "weyward" spirit and connection to the natural world. Let's talk about the lives of these 3 women and what they taught us. 

MAR Session: We’d love to have you join us for a book to movie discussion. Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir is a science fiction novel following Ryland Grace, a junior high science teacher turned astronaut who wakes up with amnesia on a spaceship. He discovers he is on a desperate, one-way mission to save Earth from a solar-dimming microorganism. Was the book or movie better? Let's find out together! 

Discover time management strategies that bring more clarity and control to your life. Grounded in FranklinCovey® principles, explore how to focus on what matters most through simple habits that keep you organized and reduce stress. Includes: A framework for prioritizing; practical weekly and daily habits; practical exercises and guided application.