The Gatherings

Joan Welgoss

Every 1st Friday
This popular monthly community potluck has returned to The Gatherings, every First Friday of the month at 6pm. Bring a dish or drink to share while spending time with your neighbors, make new friends, catch up with old ones, and fill up on a variety of home cooked dishes. We look forward to seeing you and trying out some of your favorite recipes! Donations to the community center are welcome.

For more information contact Flo: flo.l.reed@gmail.com 207-266-6864

Every Saturday at 9am
If regular yoga classes are a bit out of your price range, you have trouble finding the motivation to practice alone, or you have been curious to try out yoga for the first time, Community Yoga is for you! These casual classes happen in person every Monday evening at 5.30pm and every Saturday morning at 9am.

Monday's 5.30pm class is typically a Vinyasa Flow.

Saturday's 9am class is usually a more relaxing Yin Yoga.

Classes are in-person and streamed online through glo.com, which features dozens of different teachers and yoga styles!

After class, for those who want to, there will be time to ask questions about poses, help each other out, or share tips and stretches we've been enjoying.

These classes are very casual and are open to all ages and abilities (beginners welcome). There are mats, blocks and straps available, no special clothes are required (comfy recommended) and there is a separate unattended playroom for children if needed, but kids who can focus on the class are welcome to stretch with us too!

$2/person

For more information contact Alice: alicekslater@gmail.com 207 385 7694

Contra Dance Camping

Camping for the Surry Contra Dance, every 2nd Saturday. Check in 4-6pm Sat, checkout by 10am Sun. $20/person. FMI or to book a spot contact Matt at brickcircle@gmail.com or 207-412-3765

Every Sunday
We play awesome modern board games, card games, dice games, tile games, team games... bring your favorites! Everyone welcome.
$2/person goes to the community center.
Contact: Joe Greely
shallop1621@gmail.com
207-460-0515

Come and sit with us! This monthly group is an opportunity for adult men to join together in community and share space as we process things big and small. This group is focused on building a network of strength through connection. Our space will be used for open sharing and active listening; we encourage you to share as deeply as you feel comfortable. The group maintains a strict commitment to confidentiality. The goal is that through conversation and sharing we create a strong network which supports our exploration of fatherhood, friendship, leadership and community.
Contact:
Peter Hile
peter.hile@gmail.com
402-770-4614

Every Wednesday
Artists, age 18+, of any skill level are encouraged to attend, and may use any media. These 2-hour uninstructed sessions are every Wednesday, 10-Noon. Bring a mask. Cost is $17.
We are always looking for new models. Experience is not necessary, but models are expected to hold a pose for up to 20 minutes. All shapes, ages and sizes are welcome. Models are paid $60 per class.
If you are interested in attending Life Drawing as a participant or model, you can call Greg at 207-374-7224 or email gregory.payne@mac.com

March 12 through April 14
Mondays 10-12, Wednesdays 10-12

A lab-based 5 week, 10 meeting inquiry class that focuses on understanding density, how to measure and calculate the densities of liquids and solids, how they change with heat and pressure, and, how these concepts inform Geology: both the major categories of rocks and what drives plate tectonics.

We will be using the Topics of Physical Science Density set with supplemental materials and Rock Boxes of rock and mineral samples.

Each student will choose an Essential Question related to this class material and prepare a 3-8 minute Powerpoint presentation for the final class celebration, February 10, again either alone or with others. Possible questions include : How does density play a part in lobster trap design? How can we easily tell when radiator fluid needs more water (a question of density)? How can the density of stage props be minimized so their weight is minimal and yet they are strong? How do materials both change their natures and stay the same, as they change through different states of matter? We will brainstorm and you will choose what interests you.

Cost:
$15/class or $120 for 10 classes

Please don’t let money stop you if you want to take this class. Talk to me about a payment plan or paying me back by helping as a teaching assistant when I teach the class again next year.

Who can attend? Students 10 years old and up. I have taught this material at both the junior high and high school levels but there is no reason why someone younger than junior high age who is interested and motivated can't have fun with this too. Everyone will go as far as they want to. Class size is limited to 24.

Who is teaching this? Lin Gould, M.Ed.  I began my career as an outdoor naturalist, then taught Junior High for 4

Contact information:
Science classes
Lin Gould
lingould347@gmail.com
2074128151

Every Wednesday
This is a friendly way to challenge your vocabulary and build your listening skills. All levels are invited. ¡Bienvenidos! $2/person goes to the community center.
Contact: Sharon Minogue 757-515-0409 al_bustan@yahoo.com

Are you interested in building a sacred community with us through singing Earth-based and women-affirming songs and chants? If that is a YES, then here's the info you want. We meet every Wednesday evening at The Gatherings community space in Surry to sing familiar and new songs around a nature based altar from 7-8:30 p.m. Young women and girls are encouraged to join us, too, as long as they are old enough to be present in the circle.

We enjoy a scent-free and peaceful environment built on trust, kindness, and respect for ourselves, one another, and the Earth. You are welcome to join us regardless of your experience with singing for we believe everyone's voice matters and adds value!

Cost: $2/person

FMI Contact Stacie Jacques 
staciejacques73@gmail.com
or
Eileen Mielenhausen 
207.441.2785 
eileen.mielenhausen@gmail.com.

First Meeting back from break.

2nd & 4th Thursdays
Open-format Kirtan where everyone is welcome to come and sing, and perhaps bring some chants to share, whether that's in English, Sanscrit, or other languages. Feel free to bring instruments too... percussive, stringed, etc! Kirtan is a non-denominational singing practice that means different things to different people, most enjoy it as a form of connection - whether that's to a higher power, to the earth, to others, or to themselves. $2/person
FMI contact Alice at alicekslater@gmail.com (mailto:alicekslater@gmail.com) or 385-7694

Joan Welgoss

Closed Group. FMI Contact: David DiLena dave@unionriverbookandtoy.com

Every Saturday at 9am
If regular yoga classes are a bit out of your price range, you have trouble finding the motivation to practice alone, or you have been curious to try out yoga for the first time, Community Yoga is for you! These casual classes happen in person every Monday evening at 5.30pm and every Saturday morning at 9am.

Monday's 5.30pm class is typically a Vinyasa Flow.

Saturday's 9am class is usually a more relaxing Yin Yoga.

Classes are in-person and streamed online through glo.com, which features dozens of different teachers and yoga styles!

After class, for those who want to, there will be time to ask questions about poses, help each other out, or share tips and stretches we've been enjoying.

These classes are very casual and are open to all ages and abilities (beginners welcome). There are mats, blocks and straps available, no special clothes are required (comfy recommended) and there is a separate unattended playroom for children if needed, but kids who can focus on the class are welcome to stretch with us too!

$2/person

For more information contact Alice: alicekslater@gmail.com 207 385 7694

When we practice mindfulness together, we generate a powerful collective energy that can help bring healing and transformation to ourselves and the world. This series shares accessible mindfulness practices to promote peace, joy and presence in our daily lives. These practices can be woven into any belief system, community, or personal practice.

This series is held by Heather/Sunbird, who has been a practitioner of Usui Shiki Ryoho (Blood Moon Reiki) since 2013 and is currently exploring an unordained at-home monastic practice. Heather/Sunbird stewards Lichen Center, which is a manifestation of an ancestral, living art, and energetic practice, rooted in awareness of interconnection, deep listening, and honoring the more than human world.

This five-part series meets once a month and each part of the series explores one aspect of mindful practice:

February - Meditation
March - Deep Listening
April - Harm Reduction
May - Craft
June - Tending Grief

Registration is required to attend and space is limited. Attendees are encouraged to take part in the full series to foster supportive connections and intimacy within the group. Please email Heather/Sunbird for more information and to register: tendingcenter@pm.me

Cost: Suggested donation/dāna of $45-125 for the entire series, or $10-35 per session.

FMI Contact: Heather/Sunbird

tendingcenter@pm.me

Vocal toning is a practice of play and deep listening. Come with an open mind, heart, and spirit.
We will open by practicing nine tones together (10 minutes), followed by a deep listening practice through toning (10 minutes), and finish with open toning (10 minutes). We will then close with a chance to share and reflect on our experience in circle (20 minutes).

This offering takes place as an ongoing five part series. The next round begins in February and will finish in June 2025, meeting the third Saturday of the month from 3-4pm. Registration is required to attend and space is limited to twelve adult attendees. Suggested donation/dāna of $10-45 for the entire series, or $2-10 per session. Attendees are encouraged to take part in the full series in order to foster supportive connections with others in the group and to deepen our collective practice. Please email Heather/Sunbird for more information and to register: tendingcenter@pm.me

Cost: Suggested donation/dāna of $10-45 for the entire series, or $2-10 per session.


FMI Contact: Heather/Sunbird
tendingcenter@pm.me

Tending Wonder, Hope, And Potluck! Traumas, known and buried, haunt many of us in many ways. Some of these we react from, even unknowingly, to misinterpret so much offered Beauty and Wonder surrounding us. How do we keep birthing, freshening and nurturing Wonder in our lives and with those we touch? We are not all wise. We are all teachers at times. Share stories and experiences over a meal, and bring a dish to share!

Cost: Suggested donation $2-10

FMI Contact: Joe Porada
woods1water2@yahoo.com
207-479-0322

Every Sunday
We play awesome modern board games, card games, dice games, tile games, team games... bring your favorites! Everyone welcome.
$2/person goes to the community center.
Contact: Joe Greely
shallop1621@gmail.com
207-460-0515

March 12 through April 14
Mondays 10-12, Wednesdays 10-12

A lab-based 5 week, 10 meeting inquiry class that focuses on understanding density, how to measure and calculate the densities of liquids and solids, how they change with heat and pressure, and, how these concepts inform Geology: both the major categories of rocks and what drives plate tectonics.

We will be using the Topics of Physical Science Density set with supplemental materials and Rock Boxes of rock and mineral samples.

Each student will choose an Essential Question related to this class material and prepare a 3-8 minute Powerpoint presentation for the final class celebration, February 10, again either alone or with others. Possible questions include : How does density play a part in lobster trap design? How can we easily tell when radiator fluid needs more water (a question of density)? How can the density of stage props be minimized so their weight is minimal and yet they are strong? How do materials both change their natures and stay the same, as they change through different states of matter? We will brainstorm and you will choose what interests you.

Cost:
$15/class or $120 for 10 classes

Please don’t let money stop you if you want to take this class. Talk to me about a payment plan or paying me back by helping as a teaching assistant when I teach the class again next year.

Who can attend? Students 10 years old and up. I have taught this material at both the junior high and high school levels but there is no reason why someone younger than junior high age who is interested and motivated can't have fun with this too. Everyone will go as far as they want to. Class size is limited to 24.

Who is teaching this? Lin Gould, M.Ed.  I began my career as an outdoor naturalist, then taught Junior High for 4

Contact information:
Science classes
Lin Gould
lingould347@gmail.com
2074128151

Unitarian Universalist Church of Ellsworth who meet to discuss different spiritual topics each month.

1st & 3rd Tuesdays
Come dance & play mid-week with us! This is a casual contra dance get-together, where you can have fun dancing for a couple of hours, and help one another with flourishes, plus sharing other contra dancing tips. This is an easy space to learn and experiment and ask questions! It also helps out our local beginner callers, where they will practice calling dances, doing walkthroughs etc. Both new & experienced dancers will enjoy the practice evenings.
Want to play contra dance music? Bring your instruments, the open band welcomes all abilities!

$2/person goes to the community center.

FMI contact Alice at 385-7694 or alicekslater@gmail.com or follow Surry Contra Dance on Facebook / Instagram

This practice dance is part of the Surry Contra Dance series. Join us every 2nd Saturday of the month for the full contra experience! Full details here.

Every Wednesday
Artists, age 18+, of any skill level are encouraged to attend, and may use any media. These 2-hour uninstructed sessions are every Wednesday, 10-Noon. Bring a mask. Cost is $17.
We are always looking for new models. Experience is not necessary, but models are expected to hold a pose for up to 20 minutes. All shapes, ages and sizes are welcome. Models are paid $60 per class.
If you are interested in attending Life Drawing as a participant or model, you can call Greg at 207-374-7224 or email gregory.payne@mac.com

March 12 through April 14
Mondays 10-12, Wednesdays 10-12

A lab-based 5 week, 10 meeting inquiry class that focuses on understanding density, how to measure and calculate the densities of liquids and solids, how they change with heat and pressure, and, how these concepts inform Geology: both the major categories of rocks and what drives plate tectonics.

We will be using the Topics of Physical Science Density set with supplemental materials and Rock Boxes of rock and mineral samples.

Each student will choose an Essential Question related to this class material and prepare a 3-8 minute Powerpoint presentation for the final class celebration, February 10, again either alone or with others. Possible questions include : How does density play a part in lobster trap design? How can we easily tell when radiator fluid needs more water (a question of density)? How can the density of stage props be minimized so their weight is minimal and yet they are strong? How do materials both change their natures and stay the same, as they change through different states of matter? We will brainstorm and you will choose what interests you.

Cost:
$15/class or $120 for 10 classes

Please don’t let money stop you if you want to take this class. Talk to me about a payment plan or paying me back by helping as a teaching assistant when I teach the class again next year.

Who can attend? Students 10 years old and up. I have taught this material at both the junior high and high school levels but there is no reason why someone younger than junior high age who is interested and motivated can't have fun with this too. Everyone will go as far as they want to. Class size is limited to 24.

Who is teaching this? Lin Gould, M.Ed.  I began my career as an outdoor naturalist, then taught Junior High for 4

Contact information:
Science classes
Lin Gould
lingould347@gmail.com
2074128151

Every Wednesday
This is a friendly way to challenge your vocabulary and build your listening skills. All levels are invited. ¡Bienvenidos! $2/person goes to the community center.
Contact: Sharon Minogue 757-515-0409 al_bustan@yahoo.com

Are you interested in building a sacred community with us through singing Earth-based and women-affirming songs and chants? If that is a YES, then here's the info you want. We meet every Wednesday evening at The Gatherings community space in Surry to sing familiar and new songs around a nature based altar from 7-8:30 p.m. Young women and girls are encouraged to join us, too, as long as they are old enough to be present in the circle.

We enjoy a scent-free and peaceful environment built on trust, kindness, and respect for ourselves, one another, and the Earth. You are welcome to join us regardless of your experience with singing for we believe everyone's voice matters and adds value!

Cost: $2/person

FMI Contact Stacie Jacques 
staciejacques73@gmail.com
or
Eileen Mielenhausen 
207.441.2785 
eileen.mielenhausen@gmail.com.

Joan Welgoss

Every Saturday at 9am
If regular yoga classes are a bit out of your price range, you have trouble finding the motivation to practice alone, or you have been curious to try out yoga for the first time, Community Yoga is for you! These casual classes happen in person every Monday evening at 5.30pm and every Saturday morning at 9am.

Monday's 5.30pm class is typically a Vinyasa Flow.

Saturday's 9am class is usually a more relaxing Yin Yoga.

Classes are in-person and streamed online through glo.com, which features dozens of different teachers and yoga styles!

After class, for those who want to, there will be time to ask questions about poses, help each other out, or share tips and stretches we've been enjoying.

These classes are very casual and are open to all ages and abilities (beginners welcome). There are mats, blocks and straps available, no special clothes are required (comfy recommended) and there is a separate unattended playroom for children if needed, but kids who can focus on the class are welcome to stretch with us too!

$2/person

For more information contact Alice: alicekslater@gmail.com 207 385 7694

Every Sunday
We play awesome modern board games, card games, dice games, tile games, team games... bring your favorites! Everyone welcome.
$2/person goes to the community center.
Contact: Joe Greely
shallop1621@gmail.com
207-460-0515

March 12 through April 14
Mondays 10-12, Wednesdays 10-12

A lab-based 5 week, 10 meeting inquiry class that focuses on understanding density, how to measure and calculate the densities of liquids and solids, how they change with heat and pressure, and, how these concepts inform Geology: both the major categories of rocks and what drives plate tectonics.

We will be using the Topics of Physical Science Density set with supplemental materials and Rock Boxes of rock and mineral samples.

Each student will choose an Essential Question related to this class material and prepare a 3-8 minute Powerpoint presentation for the final class celebration, February 10, again either alone or with others. Possible questions include : How does density play a part in lobster trap design? How can we easily tell when radiator fluid needs more water (a question of density)? How can the density of stage props be minimized so their weight is minimal and yet they are strong? How do materials both change their natures and stay the same, as they change through different states of matter? We will brainstorm and you will choose what interests you.

Cost:
$15/class or $120 for 10 classes

Please don’t let money stop you if you want to take this class. Talk to me about a payment plan or paying me back by helping as a teaching assistant when I teach the class again next year.

Who can attend? Students 10 years old and up. I have taught this material at both the junior high and high school levels but there is no reason why someone younger than junior high age who is interested and motivated can't have fun with this too. Everyone will go as far as they want to. Class size is limited to 24.

Who is teaching this? Lin Gould, M.Ed.  I began my career as an outdoor naturalist, then taught Junior High for 4

Contact information:
Science classes
Lin Gould
lingould347@gmail.com
2074128151

Every Wednesday
Artists, age 18+, of any skill level are encouraged to attend, and may use any media. These 2-hour uninstructed sessions are every Wednesday, 10-Noon. Bring a mask. Cost is $17.
We are always looking for new models. Experience is not necessary, but models are expected to hold a pose for up to 20 minutes. All shapes, ages and sizes are welcome. Models are paid $60 per class.
If you are interested in attending Life Drawing as a participant or model, you can call Greg at 207-374-7224 or email gregory.payne@mac.com

March 12 through April 14
Mondays 10-12, Wednesdays 10-12

A lab-based 5 week, 10 meeting inquiry class that focuses on understanding density, how to measure and calculate the densities of liquids and solids, how they change with heat and pressure, and, how these concepts inform Geology: both the major categories of rocks and what drives plate tectonics.

We will be using the Topics of Physical Science Density set with supplemental materials and Rock Boxes of rock and mineral samples.

Each student will choose an Essential Question related to this class material and prepare a 3-8 minute Powerpoint presentation for the final class celebration, February 10, again either alone or with others. Possible questions include : How does density play a part in lobster trap design? How can we easily tell when radiator fluid needs more water (a question of density)? How can the density of stage props be minimized so their weight is minimal and yet they are strong? How do materials both change their natures and stay the same, as they change through different states of matter? We will brainstorm and you will choose what interests you.

Cost:
$15/class or $120 for 10 classes

Please don’t let money stop you if you want to take this class. Talk to me about a payment plan or paying me back by helping as a teaching assistant when I teach the class again next year.

Who can attend? Students 10 years old and up. I have taught this material at both the junior high and high school levels but there is no reason why someone younger than junior high age who is interested and motivated can't have fun with this too. Everyone will go as far as they want to. Class size is limited to 24.

Who is teaching this? Lin Gould, M.Ed.  I began my career as an outdoor naturalist, then taught Junior High for 4

Contact information:
Science classes
Lin Gould
lingould347@gmail.com
2074128151

Every Wednesday
This is a friendly way to challenge your vocabulary and build your listening skills. All levels are invited. ¡Bienvenidos! $2/person goes to the community center.
Contact: Sharon Minogue 757-515-0409 al_bustan@yahoo.com

Are you interested in building a sacred community with us through singing Earth-based and women-affirming songs and chants? If that is a YES, then here's the info you want. We meet every Wednesday evening at The Gatherings community space in Surry to sing familiar and new songs around a nature based altar from 7-8:30 p.m. Young women and girls are encouraged to join us, too, as long as they are old enough to be present in the circle.

We enjoy a scent-free and peaceful environment built on trust, kindness, and respect for ourselves, one another, and the Earth. You are welcome to join us regardless of your experience with singing for we believe everyone's voice matters and adds value!

Cost: $2/person

FMI Contact Stacie Jacques 
staciejacques73@gmail.com
or
Eileen Mielenhausen 
207.441.2785 
eileen.mielenhausen@gmail.com.

We meet every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month between Sept and June with the exception of when there is no school such as Thanksgiving, Christmas break, winter break.
Girl Scouts Troop 823
Hannah Colson hannah.colson@gmail.com

2nd & 4th Thursdays
Open-format Kirtan where everyone is welcome to come and sing, and perhaps bring some chants to share, whether that's in English, Sanscrit, or other languages. Feel free to bring instruments too... percussive, stringed, etc! Kirtan is a non-denominational singing practice that means different things to different people, most enjoy it as a form of connection - whether that's to a higher power, to the earth, to others, or to themselves. $2/person
FMI contact Alice at alicekslater@gmail.com (mailto:alicekslater@gmail.com) or 385-7694

Joan Welgoss

Closed Group. FMI Contact: David DiLena dave@unionriverbookandtoy.com

Every Saturday at 9am
If regular yoga classes are a bit out of your price range, you have trouble finding the motivation to practice alone, or you have been curious to try out yoga for the first time, Community Yoga is for you! These casual classes happen in person every Monday evening at 5.30pm and every Saturday morning at 9am.

Monday's 5.30pm class is typically a Vinyasa Flow.

Saturday's 9am class is usually a more relaxing Yin Yoga.

Classes are in-person and streamed online through glo.com, which features dozens of different teachers and yoga styles!

After class, for those who want to, there will be time to ask questions about poses, help each other out, or share tips and stretches we've been enjoying.

These classes are very casual and are open to all ages and abilities (beginners welcome). There are mats, blocks and straps available, no special clothes are required (comfy recommended) and there is a separate unattended playroom for children if needed, but kids who can focus on the class are welcome to stretch with us too!

$2/person

For more information contact Alice: alicekslater@gmail.com 207 385 7694

Every Sunday
We play awesome modern board games, card games, dice games, tile games, team games... bring your favorites! Everyone welcome.
$2/person goes to the community center.
Contact: Joe Greely
shallop1621@gmail.com
207-460-0515

March 12 through April 14
Mondays 10-12, Wednesdays 10-12

A lab-based 5 week, 10 meeting inquiry class that focuses on understanding density, how to measure and calculate the densities of liquids and solids, how they change with heat and pressure, and, how these concepts inform Geology: both the major categories of rocks and what drives plate tectonics.

We will be using the Topics of Physical Science Density set with supplemental materials and Rock Boxes of rock and mineral samples.

Each student will choose an Essential Question related to this class material and prepare a 3-8 minute Powerpoint presentation for the final class celebration, February 10, again either alone or with others. Possible questions include : How does density play a part in lobster trap design? How can we easily tell when radiator fluid needs more water (a question of density)? How can the density of stage props be minimized so their weight is minimal and yet they are strong? How do materials both change their natures and stay the same, as they change through different states of matter? We will brainstorm and you will choose what interests you.

Cost:
$15/class or $120 for 10 classes

Please don’t let money stop you if you want to take this class. Talk to me about a payment plan or paying me back by helping as a teaching assistant when I teach the class again next year.

Who can attend? Students 10 years old and up. I have taught this material at both the junior high and high school levels but there is no reason why someone younger than junior high age who is interested and motivated can't have fun with this too. Everyone will go as far as they want to. Class size is limited to 24.

Who is teaching this? Lin Gould, M.Ed.  I began my career as an outdoor naturalist, then taught Junior High for 4

Contact information:
Science classes
Lin Gould
lingould347@gmail.com
2074128151

Feel free to bring a snack or beverage to share, wine provided. Attendees must be 21+. Come and meet some new friends, then participate in the challenging and rewarding experience of drawing the human body. Bring a sketchbook and a pencil, charcoal, paints, or other materials of your choice. You didn't go to art school? No problem! Artists of all abilities are welcome. 
Cost: Sliding scale of $10-15/person
FMI contact: Clarisa Diaz 
clarisadiaz@gmail.com