Events Calendar

| 02--04-2010 |
Middle School Nordic Ski Race at Fryeburg - 3:30 PM
Freeport hosts: Gray/New Gloucester, NYA, Yarmouth, Greely, Merriconeag |
| 02-05-2010 |
Second Annual High School Coffee House
Poetry, music & dessert lovers will be treated to student and Faculty poetry, short stories, tales in Middle English, musical contributions, and delectable pastries. Don't miss this first cultural event of the new decade.
Friday, February 5, 2010
7:00 PM
Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 02-11-2010 |
Middle School Nordic Ski Race at Pineland - 3:30 PM
Merriconeag hosts: Gray/New Gloucester, Cape, LR, Greely, Waynflete |
| 02-12-2010 |
School Closed for Faculty Professional Day
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| 02-13-2010 |
Middle School Nordic State Championship Race
These races are in Fryeburg. TBA on start times. |
02-15-2010 -
02-19-2010 |
School Closed for February Break |
| 02-23-2010 |
Annual "Pay it Forward" Blood Drive
The 3rd Annual MWS Blood Drive is scheduled for Tuesday, February 23rd from 1pm-6pm, in the Community Hall. Blood donors, age 16 and older can register ahead on the schedule in the Desert Road office, walk-ins are welcomed. We encourage people to schedule a time to make the process runs smoothly and to prevent any unnecessary waiting. Volunteers are needed to help the Blood Drive be successful. Help is needed with registration, serving snacks, and escorting those who have given blood. Please see the sign up sheet in the office or email for more information.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Community Hall
Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 02-26-2010 |
Mardis Gras Ball
The 8th grade is sponsoring an adults-only Mardis Gras Ball in the Community Hall with proceeds to benefit Haiti. Come dance your socks off to live vintage and future rock and roll by Giraffe Attack ( and maybe a few surprise guests...) There will be delicious food, beverages, and a festive scene in which to show your support and have fun too. In order to encourage Merriconeag parents with young children to attend, we are offering free childcare by a student, in your home, to the first 20 ticket buyers in need. Tickets are only $10 each, and will go on sale February 4th at 3 pm. Look for the 8th graders and reserve a sitter and some tickets!
Saturday, February 26, 2010
7:00 - 11:00 PM
Community Hall
Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 03-02-2010 |
Early Childhood Information Session
At these sessions our Early Childhood teachers discuss the Waldorf philosophy of early childhood development and describe a typical morning in the classroom. There is time for questions. These afternoon sessions are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
1:45 - 2:45 PM
Early Childhood Center, 60 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 03-02-2010 |
Walk Through Grades 1-8
We invite parents to visit our grade school on one of the mornings set aside for our "Walk Through the Grades" tours. You will visit several classes and then join us for a question discussion period. Families new to Waldorf education find this glimpse into our classrooms informative. These morning tours are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
8:30 - 10:30 AM
Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport
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| 03-04-2010 |
Recovering Childhood for 21st Century Children
A Public Talk by Joan Almon, Director, U.S. Alliance for Childhood
Huge strides have been made in understanding children's development over the past 50 years, yet there is a growing gap between our understanding of what children need for a healthy and creative childhood and the actual practices and policies that deeply affect children's lives. As a result there are growing amounts of illness in children with huge increases in prescribed drugs for psychological problems, as well as a host of problems associated with childhood obesity. Overall, there is a sense that children are being rushed through childhood and that this is creating untold stress and strain for them. There is also a sense that the tide is shifting and there is much that can be done to support a healthy and vibrant childhood for all children. Joan Almon will explore with us the positive steps as well as the obstacles.
Joan Almon is a co-founder and director of the U.S. Alliance for Childhood, an advocacy organization that works on policies and practices that support children’s creativity, health and well-being. Joan was a Waldorf preschool and kindergarten teacher in Maryland for 18 years and has consulted with schools in Mexico and South America, Africa, Asia and Europe, as well as throughout the U.S. and Canada. She also served on the Council of the Anthroposophical Society in America as its Chair or Co-Chair for five years.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
7:00 PM
Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 03-10-2010 |
12:30 Dismissal for Parent-Teacher Conferences |
03-11-2010 -
03-12-2010 |
School Closed for Parent-Teacher Conferences
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| 03-13-2010 |
Big Time Vaudeville
Local performing arts legend Michael Trautman will bring his world-class variety show to Merriconeag. The Big Time Vaudeville Show is directed and hosted by Michael Trautman. Michael, who has been performing around the world for over thirty years, draws on his wide network of performing friends to put together an evening of non-stop artistic excellence and over the top fun. This event not only brings great entertainment to Merriconeag but it is also a fundraiser for the school since we get a percentage of the box office. So tell all your friends about this wondeful show. Ticket prices are quite friendly - Adults $10, Seniors and Students $5, Families $25. Please spread the word and bring the whole family. Call 450.5342 for questions, information, and reservations.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
7:00 PM
Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 03-25-2010 |
Thursday Spring Parent-Toddler Session Begins |
| 03-26-2010 |
Friday Spring Parent-Toddler Session Begins |
| 03-27-2010 |
Tuition Assistance Fundraiser
Happy Birthday!
Come celebrate Merriconeag’s 25th birthday
at the Tuition Assistance Fundraiser (and Party!)
Saturday, March 27, 2010
6 PM
Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 04-02-2010 |
12:30 Dismissal |
| 04-06-2010 |
Early Childhood Information Session
At these sessions our Early Childhood teachers discuss the Waldorf philosophy of early childhood development and describe a typical morning in the classroom. There is time for questions. These afternoon sessions are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
1:45 - 2:45 PM
Early Childhood Center, 60 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 04-07-2010 |
Walk Through Grades 1-8
We invite parents to visit our grade school on one of the mornings set aside for our "Walk Through the Grades" tours. You will visit several classes and then join us for a question discussion period. Families new to Waldorf education find this glimpse into our classrooms informative. These morning tours are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
8:30 - 10:30 AM
Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
04-19-2010 -
04-23-2010 |
School Closed for April Break
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| 05-02-2010 |
Merriconeag Waldorf High School Poetry Festival
TBA
Sunday, May 2, 2010
2:00 - 5:00 PM
Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 05-04-2010 |
Early Childhood Information Session
At these sessions our Early Childhood teachers discuss the Waldorf philosophy of early childhood development and describe a typical morning in the classroom. There is time for questions. These afternoon sessions are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
1:45 - 2:45 PM
Early Childhood Center, 60 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 05-08-2010 |
May Celebration & Medieval Fair
TBA
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 05-12-2010 |
Ensemble and Chorus Evening
TBA |
| 05-31-2010 |
School Closed for Memorial Day |
| 06-01-2010 |
Early Childhood Information Session
At these sessions our Early Childhood teachers discuss the Waldorf philosophy of early childhood development and describe a typical morning in the classroom. There is time for questions. These afternoon sessions are for adults only. Please call Lyn Baird, 207-865-3900 x 103, to register.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
1:45 - 2:45 PM
Early Childhood Center, 60 Desert Road, Freeport
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| 06-02-2010 |
Last Day of Classes for Early Childhood |
| 06-03-2010 |
Grade 12 Play
TBA
Thursday, June 3, 2010
7:00 PM
Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 06-04-2010 |
Grade 12 Play
TBA
Friday, June 4, 2010
7:00 PM
Community Hall, Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
| 06-11-2010 |
Last Day of Classes for Grades 1 - 8 and High School |
| 06-12-2010 |
Grade 12 Graduation |
08-05-2010
08-06-2010 |
Circus Smirkus presents
Wilderness Wonders: Outdoor Adventures Under the Big Top
The Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour will travel over majestic mountains and across racing rivers in a series of daring adventures in a forest of fun. Grab your backpack, set your compass and join the intrepid Smirkus Scouts in celebrating the great outdoors, inside the circus ring. Hike the wilderness alongside Trailblazing Tumblers, soar with Alpine Aerialists, and trek through the trees with Juggling Lumberjacks. You’ll explore the “FUNtier,” as Circus Smirkus celebrates the wonders of nature, with merrymaking, mirth and a touch of magic, in a fantastically fabulous four-season spectacle! For more information and tickets after May lst or to become a fan of Smirkus on Facebook, visit smirkus.org.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Friday, August 6, 2010
1:00 PM & 6:00 PM
Grade School Campus, 57 Desert Road, Freeport |
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