The Merc


Classes
at The Merc
Welcome, we’ve been expecting you! We offer a wide selection of classes each month, each sure to stimulate your intellect as well as your appetite. You’ll appreciate our welcoming, inclusive environment and the care we take in preparing for your arrival. Sit back, relax, and enjoy all that our classes have to offer. Click Class Calendar page to the left to see our current class offerings or browse through the lastest class posts below.


 

Latest Posts

How to Register for a Class

Registration is easy - sign up for a class today!
Please note: Due to the popularity of Merc classes, we cannot accommodate walk-ins. Everyone must pre-register.

In-Store
There is a self-service class sign-up counter near our book department. Fill out a registration form, put it in the provided envelope along with your class payment and drop it in the drop box - checks or cash only - we cannot accept credit, debit or Merc gift cards for class payment.

Or by Mail
For your convenience we are happy to accept registrations by mail. Please call the Education Department first to make sure there is still space available. We can be reached at 785-843-8544, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:30pm.

Include the name of the class you are registering for, a phone number and a check for payment made out to The Merc Classes.


Mail to: The Merc
Attn: Nancy O'Connor
901 Iowa Street
Lawrence, Kansas 66044


The Nuts & Bolts

  • Classes are limited to 30 participants, unless otherwise noted.
  • Prepayment is required to assure your place in class. We cannot hold class space for those who do not include payment with their class registration.
  • Class registration closes 24 hours prior to class.
  • We will contact you if there is a question about your registration, otherwise you can assume you are in the class.
  • We do not make reminder calls, however please help yourself to a reminder sticker for your calendar, available at the class registration cart.
  • If you must miss a class please give us at least 48 hours notice. We will issue you a credit that may be used for any of our classes in the future.
  • If you don't show for a class and haven't called us 48 hours prior to the class, we will not be able to issue a class credit or refund.
  • Classes will be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met 48 hours prior to class. Participants will be notified and class credit or full refund will be issued if class is cancelled.
  • Class Gift certificates may be purchased for any amount and are available at the Customer Service Desk or from the Education & Outreach Department.
  • Scholarships are offered to those who need them−please talk to Nancy O'Connor.
  • Material presented in Merc classes reflects the views and opinions of the presenter and is not an endorsement of products sold or philosophies held by the Merc.

 



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Today's Deli Menu

Stop by The Merc's Deli counter for made-to-order sandwiches (hot and cold),salads, soups and fresh smoothies, coffee or espresso drinks.

Hot Bar

M-F
11a-2p
4-8p
Sat 11a-8p
Sun Bunch 9a-1p
Lunch/Dinner 1-7p

Today

05/18

  • Fried Wild-Caught Cod
  • Hush Puppies
  • Red Beans & Brown Rice
  • Steamed Broccoli
  • Merc-Made Condiment Bar

Tomorrow

05/19

  • Kansas City-Style BBQ Pork
  • Roasted Pepper Mac & Cheese
  • Steamed Broccoli
  • Herb-Roasted Potatoes

Pizza

M-Sat
11a-8p
Sunday
11a-7p

Today

05/18

No information available.

Seasonal Pizza

Our pizzas are created daily on our house made crust with only the freshest ingredients. Every morning our skilled cooks carefully choose two types of pizza to prepare. Check back daily to find out what's hot and ready today.

Soup

M-Sat
11a-8p
Sunday
11a-7p

Today

05/18

No information available.

Seasonal Soup

Look for these soups this season

  • Smoky Butternut Squash & Quinoa
  • Potato & Cheddar
  • White Bean & Bacon

Everyday Deli

Made to order Sandwiches

Stop by and we will make you a sandwich made to order using our finest meats and cheeses that we also sell for you to take and make at home. Our choose one of our classic Merc Specialty Sandwiches.

Salad Bar

Our salad bar is fresh daily with all of the fixings you'll want. We even make our own salad dressings in house.

Grab & Go

If you are on the go or just want something easy for dinner tonight. Grab a favorite today!

Deli Features

Co-Op Calendar

Co-op Calendar events are listed below. To view all Merc events, click on the View Full Calendar link.

May 22

Tuesday

All New Vegetarian Moroccan

7-9pm

Enjoy exotic flavors for a spring evening. We’ll start with a salad plate of Carrot Salad with Mint; Roasted Eggplant Salad with Harissa; and Sliced Oranges with Black Olives. Then we’ll bring out loaves of freshly baked Moroccan Anise Bread to dip into Bessara (Berber-style Bean Puree). We’ll cap off the evening with an extravagant dessert of Lemon Couscous Cake served with Medjool Date Ice Cream. All the benefits of travel to an exotic land with none of the hassles.

Taught by: Chef Nancy Stark

Location: The Merc's Community Classroom

Cost: $20 per person, $18 for Merc Owners & Seniors

How to Register

May 23

Wednesday

Spring at the Farmers' Market

7-9pm

Join Chef Paige for a celebration of the growers who feed us with an early market menu. You’ll be inspired by fabulous Roasted Beet Salad with Yogurt & Mint (even if you think you don’t like beets); Market Ragout of Spring Vegetables; Orrechiette with Asparagus, Peas & Pancetta; Swiss Chart Tart with Goat Cheese, Currants & Pine Nuts (this alone is worth taking the class), and a sublime finish of Rhubarb Streusel Coffeecake. Hooray for the Farmers’ Market!

Taught by: Chef Paige Vandegrift

Location: The Merc's Community Classroom

Cost: $20 per person, $18 for Merc Owners & Seniors

How to Register