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Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education



General Enrichment

Life Story Writing

$220

with Craig Siulinski

Calendar Current session started Apr 16, 2026 at 3 pm, runs for 8 weeks

This course provides focus and motivation to write life stories. The course will help participants organize and write their life stories using the Guided Autobiography (GAB) method. Each week, students are required to write at least two pages based on a theme-of-the-week, and share their work with a dedicated group. Students will participate in discussions relating to the theme topics. Associated writing exercises will enhance memory recall and storytelling skills. It is recommended that students have a gmail account as most handouts will be shared virtually via Google Docs. From Diana S., a Life Story Writing participant from Craig's Fall 2025 course: “I signed up for this class with no expectations except that it would be interesting. It was more than interesting--it sparked my memories and my thinking about them. Putting those thoughts and memories down on paper, clarified them and opened up new channels of thought and memory. It was also very interesting to hear others' writing--each of us so different--and yet so eloquent. Craig was very good at guiding us and keeping us on track. I highly recommend this class.”

Foundations of Genealogy
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Foundations of Genealogy

$185

with Craig Siulinski

This course covers basic genealogy concepts for researching and documenting one's ancestors. Topics include: general ideas to get started, where and how to find key genealogy records, paper and digital organization strategies, using online databases and resources, and where to go in the community to research family history. One class meeting will include a field trip to a research site. It is recommended that students have a gmail account as most handouts will be shared virtually via Google Docs.

Sri Lanka, Tahiti, Tonga: Islands of Splendor

$25

with Preethi Fernando

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 18, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 1 week

Discover the beauty of Sri Lanka, Tahiti, and Tonga in the comfort of your home. The story of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka where a King usurps the throne and builds a kingdom on a rock will fascinate you. The Tongan Stonehenge, the Tonga Royal Palace, and the breathtaking beaches of Tahiti will take you to the edge of your seat and give you a virtual visit to these three beautiful islands. WATCH CLASS INTRO VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/2cVtckISdno

Life Skills for Working or Living with a Difficult & Toxic Person

$25

with Preethi Fernando

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 18, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 1 week

Working or living with a toxic person can be emotionally, physically, and sometimes financially draining. From being controlling, belligerent, verbally abusive, to being manipulative, demeaning, and sneaky, toxic people can derail our plans, dreams, and hopes – if we allow them to. Watch intro video for the class here: https://youtu.be/YcSYEWXb4VE You will feel better after you listen to what I have to say during this one hour class... I guarantee it. In my class you will learn simple, effective emotional tools to maintain your cool, calmness, and sanity, when you are affected by a toxic person, day in, day out. I am the author of “I Never Said It Was Easy. I Said You Got This: Emotional Intelligent Tools to Deal With Difficult Toxic People and Lead Through Change.”

Tarot Readings: Individual Session

$22

with Devanna Wolf

Calendar Next session starts Apr 21, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week
9 additional sessions through Apr 21, 2026

Have you always wanted to find out what a Tarot Reading was like but never felt it was the right place and time? Devanna Wolf has been reading Tarot for 35 years, teaching Tarot fundamentals for a decade, designed her own deck, and would love to introduce you to the magic of the cards! Sign up for a 15-minute reading and get a glimpse into the art of Tarot and how it can offer a unique perspective on your life and circumstances. *Registration limited to one session per person.

Meeting Your Spirit Guides

$45

with Jeannie Sullivan

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 27, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week

In this class we will discuss what the other side (heaven) might look like. You will learn about the dimensions between heaven and earth. We will also talk about what we do as souls while we are on the other side. Near the end of class, there will be a meditation where you will have the chance to meet an ancestor, angel. spirit guide, or spirit animal.

How to Use Grok Artificial Intelligence

$25

with Preethi Fernando

Calendar Next available session starts May 1, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 1 week
2 additional sessions through Jun 6, 2026

A basic introduction to Grok AI. You will learn how you can use Grok AI to improve your professional work life as well as your personal life. Simple to understand, interesting and fun class. No prior knowledge of AI is necessary for you to sign up for this class.

Side Hustle with Chat GPT and AI

$25

with Preethi Fernando

Calendar Next available session starts May 1, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Unlock the power of AI to transform your living room into a profit center. This masterclass reveals 20+ ways to turn your talents into income with Chat GPT + AI. Manage social media posts for businesses, create greeting cards, resume writing, online tutoring, teach Yoga online, write project proposals, for a side hustle. Great class for people looking for work, out of work individuals looking to start a small business, retirees wanting to get back into the workforce part time, seniors seeking enrichment, and those in the workforce who are in jobs they don’t enjoy and want to find new career opportunities working from home. You will gain useful knowledge either for yourself or to pass on to someone else who could use an income.





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