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Canning for Beginners

$14

with Kate Cobb, Massabesic Adult and Community Education

Calendar Oct 27, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Canning is a great way to preserve your food, but it can also be a little intimidating to get started. Learn the basics of water bath and pressure canning equipment and techniques. Bring your questions!

Will run

Feeling Phyllo

$65

with Deb Arter, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Oct 27, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

If you have not discovered what a time saver phyllo dough can be, this is the class for you! We will learn to make Spinach Feta triangles, Quick Sausage Cheese appetizers and Apple Sheet pan Baklava. All recipes employ phyllo dough. Be sure and bring a container or two to take home what you don't eat on the spot! All ingredients and recipes provided. Generous yield to divide among participants. No experience required! You will be hit of holiday parties!

Learn to Play the Ukulele!

$79

with Duncan Perry, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Oct 27, 2026 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through Feb 2, 2027

Your Journey Begins Here! 
The ukulele has never been more popular, and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, and country tunes old and new -- even classical music.

Join instructor Duncan Perry on ZOOM, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, and who will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy! 

If you don’t own a ukulele, download the buying and care guide provided by the instructor below;

A Ukulele Buying and Care Guide

MAINE DRIVING DYNAMICS

$65

with Maine Bureau of Highway Safety Rep, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Calendar Oct 27, 2026 at 6 pm

You can improve your defensive driving abilities. Learn collisionavoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes,and the basic elements that challenge Maine drivers. If youcomplete the course, you will receive a 3-point credit on yourlicense. Sorry, online registration is not available for this class.Please provide your date of birth and license number when youcall to register at 646-4565, or write it on your registration formif mailing. A minimum of 10 people are needed to run the class,please register early.INSTRUCTOR: Maine Bureau of Highway Safety Representative

Play the Ukulele: Your Journey Begins Here

$79 Originally: $65

with Duncan Perry, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Oct 27, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks
3 additional sessions through Mar 3, 2027

Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular and you don't even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, country, tunes old and new -- even classical music. Duncan Perry, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. Oh, and there are lots of laughs along the way. And, learning to play an instrument is good for your brain! You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. And when folks hear you play this happy instrument, well, they just have to smile! If you don’t own a ukulele, please contact Duncan at uketime24@gmail.com for information. What are you waiting for? Grab a uke and get ready for a musical adventure, then spread the joy!

Intro Art Class Series

Originally: $25 Originally: $65

with Ed Higgins, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Oct 28, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week
11 additional sessions through Feb 19, 2027

These one-day workshops are designed to introduce students to the corresponding 5wk courses. Though these workshops are not a prerequisite for the courses, it is an opportunity to meet the instructor and preview lesson plans before committing to the full class. Feel free to contact Ed Higgins at ed_higgins@icloud.com with any questions.

Tai Chi for Life

Originally: $59

with Dennis Fallo, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Calendar Oct 28, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 4 weeks

Part 1 is recommened for this class. This gentle program was designed by Dr Paul Lamb MD - family physician, as a “gateway” for mature adults to have the opportu-nity to taste the fruit of Tai Chi, keeping in mind those who have not started their Tai Chi journey. Anyone can learn this programand improve their balance, strength, and health, and enjoy a betterquality of life. Please wear loose and comfortable clothing and flatbottom shoes.

INSTRUCTOR: Dennis Fallo, certified instructor through the Tai Chi ForHealth Institute founded by Dr. Paul Lam, MD and Family Physician.

Zumba - 6 Week

Originally: $45 Originally: $59

with Maribel Deprese, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Oct 28, 2026 at 5:30 pm
5 additional sessions through Jan 6, 2027

Zumba - Fitness and Fun Dance is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility. Maribel mixes both low-intensity and high-intensity moves for a calorie-burning dance fitness party. Students of all experience levels are welcome in this class, and Maribel will help show students both low and high impact dance moves to fit students' class goals/abilities. If you’re looking for a no-pressure fitness class that brings lots of fun and energy, then this class is for you!

Bring a water bottle; wear comfortable clothes and indoor shoes with little to no tread to reduce twisting knee joints.

* Now offering classes Monday AND Wednesday evenings! Special discount offering for students who would like to take both Monday and Wednesday Sessions! Call to register and recieve the discount. 

No class: 10/12, 11/11, 11/25, 1/18





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