The Gatherings

Is there something you’d like to see happening here? Let us know what activities you’d enjoy at The Gatherings and learn how you can get involved.

NEW GROUPS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

SHAPE NOTE SINGING

Sunday, January 4th, 1-4pm

Shape note singing is a system originally devised to teach sight-reading and singing in harmony to folks with no musical background. From its beginnings in colonial America, it now has an international following. Non-performance singing, in four parts, for the joy of the activity alone is a beautiful example of community-based art. No experience or talent is required.

Cost: $2 per person

FMI Contact:
Maine Shape Note Singing Community
biopestman@gmail.com 

NEW! COMMUNITY WRITERS’ GROUP

Thursdays, January 8th and 22nd 6-7:30pm

This group is open to writers of all levels and genres who are looking for encouragement, inspiration, and community. Each session will include time for introductions and check-ins, a short writing prompt to spark creativity, and opportunities for members to share their work in a supportive environment. The group also provides accountability, community, and a chance to connect with others who share a love of writing.

Cost: By donation

FMI Contact:
Jetta Hattaway
jettahattaway@gmail.com

We all encounter grief and loss on a daily basis and it often piles up. A grief circle is a place to share and witness one another’s grief through simple ritual.  Gathering in this manner often  eases the strain of carrying undigested grief all alone.  Facilitated by Marianne Reis and Annick McIntosh.  Registration is encouraged but not required by emailing growgathergiveproject@protonmail.com

Cost: Sliding scale $2-10/person 

FMI Contact:
Marianne Reis
4mreis@gmail.com 

CALENDAR

ONGOING GROUPS

• $2 Community Yoga Sat 9am. All are welcome to these affordable yoga classes. We stream teachers from glo.com using the big screen. $2/person.
• Life Drawing Wednesdays 10am. Artists age 18+ sketch each week from live models using a variety of drawing media; from charcoal and pastels to colored pencils. These uninstructed sessions are open to the community and all skill levels are encouraged to attend. Masks required. $17/person.
• Spanish Conversation Wednesdays 5:30pm. This is a group meeting for people wanting to practice their Spanish conversation – all levels are invited! $2/person.
• Ukulele Jam 1st & 3rd Thursdays 5:30pm. Easy-going ukulele group – beginners welcome! $2/person.
• Food with Friends every First Friday at 6pm! Community potluck. Bring a dish or drink to share while spending time with your neighbors and fill up on a variety of home cooked dishes. Donations to the community center are welcome.
• Community Writers’ Group 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month at 6pm. This group is open to writers of all levels and genres who are looking for encouragement, inspiration, and community. By donation.
• Board Game Night every Sunday at 6:30pm. We play modern board games, tile games, card games, dice games, word games, cooperative games… bring your favorites! $2/person.

LOOKING FORWARD
We have lofty visions for the community center. With your support we hope to continue to improve the property to include:

• A gazebo for outdoor events and activities such as pickle ball
• Solar panels to offset electrical costs and maintain a safe and warm place for the local community to use in the event of a power outage
• An improved community kitchen
• A community orchard and playground

The Gatherings Program Coordinator Clarisa Diaz manages our communications, general information, and booking/use inquiries:

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Messages can be sent to The Gatherings board of directors at board@surrygatherings.org .