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Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education



General Enrichment

So You Want to Run an Airbnb?

$50

with Deb Arter

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 19, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Did you know that the number of people turning to Airbnb for lodging in Maine has almost doubled from just a few years ago?! The revenue earned by Airbnb wonders in Maine was roughly $40 million. If you have entertained the idea of opening up your guest house or summer camp for short term rentals, this is a class not to miss! Debra has operated River Escape for two years in Damariscotta as an active and popular Airbnb.

The Art of Storytelling

$200

with Violet Hart

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 23, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

In this 8-week course, we'll explore the many different ways to tell stories, from fiction and non-fiction prose to comic books, movies, and everything in between. We'll dive into the fundamental skills and habits that will make you a skilled storyteller, and how to manage the obstacles that every creative writer faces at one time or another. This course is open to storytellers, writers, and artists of all levels. *No Class: 4/20.

Advanced Storytelling

$200

with Violet Hart

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 24, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

This 8-week course will dive deep into more tools, skills, and habits that can help you meet your writing and storytelling goals. The course is best suited for students who have some experience in creative writing, whether on their own or through other educational avenues, but registration is open to all. The course is formatted as a fusion of education and workshop time - students are encouraged to share their own creative work and provide feedback to others. *No Class: 4/21.

How Money Works

Free

with Sarah Blondin

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 25, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Do you want to eliminate debt? Stop living paycheck to paycheck? Take full control of your finances? Join us to learn how implementing a few simple financial concepts can transform your relationship with money!

Understanding Assisted Living

$25

with Kaitlyn Morse

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 26, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 2 weeks

Choosing assisted living is one of the most important decisions a family can make. This 2-part workshop offers clear, practical guidance for older adults, caregivers, and adult children who want to understand options, avoid common pitfalls, and make confident choices. Through real-world examples and a simple evaluative framework, participants learn what truly matters when selecting a community. Kaitlyn Cunningham Morse, founder of Maine Aging Partners, helps families navigate care decisions with clarity and confidence. Her work is grounded, practical, and shaped by years inside Maine’s senior living industry.

Collette Tours Info Night

Free

with Andrew Leighton

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 26, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

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: Spain's Costa del Sol & Treasures of Egypt (see page 47).

Adventure Marketplace Info Night

Free

with Nancy Dorrans

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 30, 2026 at 6:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Interested in a local travel experience with Adventure Marketplace? Come join Nancy for more specific details about how these local travel packages are designed with you in mind. Adventure Marketplace is a member of the Adventure Travel Trade Association, working together to create impactful experiences that are more sustainable and offer community building partnerships. Nancy Dorrans is the founder/owner of Adventure Marketplace and has close to 40 years of travel industry experience. Booking your next adventure with her will add value and convenience to your trip!

Social Security Optimization

Free

with Damian Smith

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 2, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week
2 additional sessions through Aug 6, 2026

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.





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