Learning Opportunities
Group opportunities for educational, social, and skill-building enhancement.
A variety of recurring programs across our three communities. Available to anyone at no cost. You do not need to be a resident or receive services through Village of Merici to participate.
Skill-building, one session at a time.
From Book Club to Music Therapy to Walking Club, every program is built around the same idea: growth happens in community, at a pace that fits the person. Some meet at one location, some at all three, and everyone is welcome.
What is happening this week.
Browse the current schedule across all three communities, then RSVP for whatever calls to you. If you are new to our community, please register ahead.
Programs we offer.
A variety of recurring programs across our communities. Some offered at one location, some at more than one.
Merici Village Apartments
- Book Club
- Music Therapy
- Knifty Knitters
- Grief Group
- Sexuality and Relationships Class
- Walking Club
- Garden Club
- Video, Game, and Movie Nights
- Creative Connection
- Healthy Living With Dr. Mary
- Yoga
- Jabbers
- Nutrition
- Merici Faith
- Quillo
North End Apartments
- Book Club
- Music Therapy
- Sexuality and Relationships Class
- Walking Club
- Video, Game, and Movie Nights
- Creative Connection
- Arts and Talents Club
- Coffee Chats
- Fields Market Garden (volunteer location, twice weekly)
The Brunette Condominiums
- Book Club
- Garden Club
- Video, Game, and Movie Nights
- Creative Connection
- Coffee Chats
Partners who make this possible.
We are grateful for the people and organizations who walk alongside us. A few are named here.
Brooke’s Place
Our ongoing partnership with Brooke’s Place supports our Grief Group programming. This collaboration helps us provide a compassionate, supportive space for individuals processing loss.
Johnny Mac Coffeehouse at Cathedral High School
Our collaboration with Johnny Mac continues to create valuable vocational opportunities. Several of the People we support work at the Cathedral High School coffee shop during morning hours, building employment skills and community connections.
North End Neighbors
The North End Neighbors, a dedicated group of volunteers from St. Christopher Episcopal Church, play a vital role in supporting our programs at the North End location. In addition to running programs, the North End Neighbors also provide volunteer drivers for our Merici City Rides program, helping residents stay connected to the community. Throughout the year, they offer a variety of fun and engaging activities for residents, one of the most beloved being the annual pool party.
Lawrence Advisory Council on Disabilities
LACD works to positively enhance the lives of people with disabilities in Lawrence, providing engagement and awareness opportunities, offering community support and resources, and addressing current challenges facing people with disabilities in Lawrence.
Our newsletters, all in one place.
Sign up once and choose the ones you want: the Village of Merici newsletter, North End, The Brunette, and lists for families, volunteers and Merici City Rides. Each one brings the upcoming schedule, the events, and the small things that make a community feel like home.
Joining a program.
You do not need to be a resident or receive services through Village of Merici to participate. There is no cost. If you have questions about a specific program, would like to confirm a time, or want to be added to a newsletter, please reach out.
- [email protected]
- Phone
- 317.292.9408