Personal Enrichment

Just how short can a short story be? Can you tell a tale in few words? In this course, we will explore and practice hint fiction, drabble stories, and the craft of the flash. Come join the challenge and the fun of being a quick-on-the-draw writer.

This class is offered through video conferencing and/or pre-recorded video, or a combination of the two. Students must have an audio and video enabled computer, tablet or smartphone to participate. Merrymeeting will send you information about accessing the class prior to its start date.

Please note the date and time of this class was changed due to COVID 19. If you were registered for the March session, you are automatically enrolled in this class.

Join author David Spahr for an indoor presentation and discussion of edible and medicinal mushrooms, identification, tools and equipment for harvesting, as well as books, materials, and other resources. David has collected edible mushrooms for 46 years. He is a member of the Maine Mycological Association and the North American Mycological Association. 

This class is offered through Zoom. Students must have an audio and video enabled computer, tablet or smartphone to participate. Merrymeeting will send you information about accessing the class prior to its start date.

Writing Creative Nonfiction (Including Memoir)

Have you been journaling about your life experiences or challenges?  Have you always wanted to write down your family stories or share your successes in life?  Let’s explore the creative nonfiction genre together.  Memoir is a well-known focus of creative nonfiction, but you don’t have to write a memoir to achieve your individual goals.  In this four-week course, we will talk about different CNF forms, how to approach your particular topic or interest, and where to find inspiration.  We’ll have writing prompts to be completed on your own time and we’ll workshop in an online group workshop each week.  Instructor will also offer suggestions for additional (optional) reading based on your personal interests.  All budding writers welcome!  (No previous writing experience required.) 

This class is offered through video conferencing and/or pre-recorded video, or a combination of the two. Students must have an audio and video enabled computer, tablet or smartphone to participate. Merrymeeting will send you information about accessing the class prior to its start date.

Map and Compass Level 1 is designed for outdoor enthusiasts who feel unsure about how to use a map with a compass, or using topo maps or baseplate compasses. You might be a youth group leader, hiker, paddler, snowmobiler, or someone who wants to expand their skills or refresh them.

You will go through this online course and work through exercises designed to build your skills. You will need a baseplate compass with 2 degree accuracy. A bubble compass, military, or a lensatic compass will not work. 

We will be having two Webex class meetings as part of this course. You should have a computer, internet access, and a webcam to participate. A meeting invitation will be emailed to you prior to the start of class.

Please note the date and time of this class has changed and it will now be offered online.

Do you have a hobby or skill you would like to share? Have you taught a skill or subject in the past? Teaching adult education is rewarding and fun. Join Merrymeeting staff for an informative evening of questions and answers. We will look at what is popular, how to write an appealing course description and how to create a dynamic first evening that will keep the students coming back for more. Come with your ideas!

This class will be delivered online using the Zoom remote meeting platform. Students should have access to an audio and video-enabled computer with internet. More information about accessing the class will be available prior to its start date.

Malaga Island is a 41-acre island at the mouth of the New Meadows River in Casco Bay, ME. It was the site of an interracial community from the Civil War until 1911, when the residents were forcibly evicted from the island. Travel back in history and learn about who used the island before the colony, about the colony and its history, and then about it now. Take a virtual tour with Master Maine Guide, Alice Bean  Andrenyak, who specializes in its tumultuous history. 

This class is offered through video conferencing and/or pre-recorded video, or a combination of the two. Students must have an audio and video enabled computer, tablet or smartphone to participate. Merrymeeting will send you information about accessing the class prior to its start date.