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Knitting - 6 Weeks

$72

with Victoria Vaughn, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Oct 14, 2025 at 5 pm
2 additional sessions through Jan 27, 2026

 Join us for a fun, no pressure knitting experience! This 6-week knitting class is great for not only beginners, but for anyone who may be a little rusty. You'll learn how to cast on, master the basic and purl stitches, learn some tips and tricks on repairing mistakes, and learn how to read a pattern! Vicky is a passionate knitter and always makes classes fun for her students. 


Cant make a full session? Student drop-ins are welcome! Drop-In fee is $13 per class.

No class: 11/25, 12/13, 12/20, 2/17

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Cold Reading and Scene Study Workshop
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Cold Reading and Scene Study Workshop

$59

with Gregory Athans, Noble Adult & Community Education

Are you interested in acting or looking to strengthen your public speaking skills? Join NACE instructor and theatre actor Gregory Athans, in this 6-week workshop where you will have the opportunity to explore and express your creative talents. This course is designed for beginners who are interested in the craft of acting, but also beneficial to participants who have never attempted acting or done plays. The process will be informative, enriching and most importantly: fun.

Together we will embrace and cultivate the creative exploration of theatre where everyone can refine their talent and learn skills and techniques to reach their individual potential. Using the words of the playwright; along with instinct, motivation, emotion and other performance skills, participants will, through their own authenticity, develop a character and gain the confidence to be a great performer.

Each week, you’ll be paired with a partner and assigned a scene from a script. Beginning with cold readings and analysis, the scenes will be rehearsed and workshopped, culminating in a casual performance for your classmates at the following week’s class where the process will then begin again with a new partner and scene.

No prior experience is necessary-just a willingness to explore, take risks, and most importantly have FUN.

NACE is offering a special discount for high school students ages 15 - 17 who are interested in taking the class. Class cost for students ages 15 - 17 is $39. Contact us today to register.

* Please note that parents must sign a permission slip in order for students to participate in the class.

WATERCOLOR S2 Intermediate

$79

with Russel Whitten, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Calendar Oct 21, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Learn and practice a variety of techniques and approaches  specific to watercolor painting. Whether a beginner or experienced, enjoy a relaxing and supportive environment to  paint from references, still life objects and observation. You  will receive feedback and see what others are working on.  Bring ideas for projects to class for instruction tailored to  your needs, or participate in guided exercises to gain a deeper  understanding of this medium. You may bring your own  supplies, if you prefer to purchase your own supplies, please  request a materials list at registration. 

INSTRUCTOR: Russel Whitten 

Acadian Arts Retreat: Make Art / Share Food

$595 Originally: $79

with Chris Toy, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Calendar Nov 7, 2025 at 8 am, runs for 1 week

This is a Drawing Workshop & Hands-On Asian Fusion Culinary Adventure on Merrymeeting Bay. Escape to Maine for a unique retreat where you get to try both drawing and hands-on Asian Fusion cooking! Truly embody Making Art & Sharing Food on the scenic shores of Merrymeeting Bay. Join drawing instructor Mary Laury to learn the art of seeing and translating observations to paper. Then, with chef Chris Toy, dive into hands-on culinary exploration, where everyone gets to eat the delicious creations! Set your own pace amidst Maine's natural beauty, with kayaks and nature trails available. Feel free to bring musical instruments to share your talents! On-site AirBnB-style accommodations are $300 per person for the weekend (contact Chris Toy at christoy.net@gmail.com), with local hotels and B&Bs also an option. Spaces are limited! Register today for an unforgettable journey of art, food, and discovery. For $595, all workshops and meals are included. Lodging is NOT included. *There is a $50 cancellation fee (no exceptions).

Learn to Play the Ukulele!

$79

with Duncan Perry, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Nov 11, 2025 at 6 pm
1 additional session on Feb 4, 2026

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

Upcycled Holiday Stars S2
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Upcycled Holiday Stars S2

$20

with Lucy Webb Hardy, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Upcycle those beautiful holiday cars into a striking three-dimensional ornament. Perfect for your decor or as a hostess gift. Instructor has  cards or bring your own. Please bring paper scissors, hot glue gun, and glue sticks $3.00 material fee may apply. 

Instructor: Lucy Hardy has been a teacher of crafts and sewing for 20+ yrs.

BEADING EXTRAVAGANZA - NEW

$40

with Jeffrey Darnell Carpenter, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Calendar Nov 13, 2025 at 6 pm

Using beads, charms, and jewelry hardware, create an assortment of fabulous earrings for your fashion style!!! Yes, you can even make Holiday earrings too!!!! There is a $10 supply fee. You can even bring your assortment of old beaded jewelry to repurpose!! You will leave with several pairs of earrings to compliment your wardrobe. $10. class fee due to instructor.

INSTRUCTOR: JEFFREY DARNELL CARPENTER  Granite Bay Care is offering this course……..with Jeffrey Carpenter, the Workforce Development and Training coordinator as the instructor.

Sewing & Quilt Weekends

$18 Originally: $40

with NACE Staff, Noble Adult & Community Education

Calendar Nov 14, 2025
1 additional session on Dec 12, 2025

Finish those UFOs (aka unfinished objects) or start a new one. Pick up helpful tips from fellow stitchers and make new friends! Escape those constant interruptions at home with over five hours of sewing and camaraderie. Show and tell is encouraged, and no one is too new to join in the fun! Bring handwork or your sewing machine and supplies. Iron, ironing board, cutting mats and rulers supplied.

Space is limited to 16 people so be sure to register early! 


Class times are as follows: 
Friday: 5pm-8:30pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm


* Senior Rate (65+ is $10) to register for senior rate, please call 207-676-3223

**PLEASE NOTE: Brochure Corrections for September and October. 

• September should be September 5th and 6th ( not September 19, 20 )

• October should be October 3rd and 4th ( not October 17, 18 )

 

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