Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Wells, ME
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General Enrichment
in Personal Enrichment at Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
DIGITAL PHOTO FOR NEWBIES S1 ONLINE CLASS
with Steve McGrath, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Are you still getting to know your digital camera and its features?Here’s an opportunity to learn from an expert in this seminar forbeginners! Have your camera ready and learn when and how touse its special features - such as program mode, manual mode,aperture priority and shutter priority. Also covered will be basiccomposition and best use of light for different situations, such asplant, people, macro, and landscape photography.I
NSTRUCTOR: Steve McGrath, www.stevemcgrathphotography.com.
Self care is as easy as PIES!
with Annette Hurman, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Self‑care doesn’t have to be complicated — it can be as easy as P.I.E.S.$50pp This course introduces a practical, holistic approach to personal well‑being through four core dimensions: Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social/Spiritual care. Designed for busy people who want meaningful change without overwhelm, the program blends reflection, science‑based strategies, and real‑world application.
Participants will learn how to recognize their needs, build sustainable habits, and create a personalized self‑care plan that supports resilience, balance, and overall quality of life. Through interactive activities, guided exercises, and supportive discussion, learners will explore how small, intentional actions can lead to lasting improvement in health, mood, and daily functioning.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand the P.I.E.S. framework and how each dimension contributes to well‑being
Identify personal strengths and gaps in their current self‑care practices
Develop simple, realistic routines that fit their lifestyle
Use practical tools to manage stress, boost energy, and maintain emotional balance
Build healthy, meaningful connections that support long‑term wellness
This course is ideal for anyone seeking a grounded, approachable path to self‑care — whether you’re just beginning your wellness journey or looking to refresh your habits with a more intentional, whole‑person approach.
Need: journal size notebook
SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY S1 ONLINE CLASS
with Steve McGrath, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
This Class is dedicated to helping you with understanding howto use your smartphone photography, how to take a create greatImages on your phone, what editing apps to use, how to share andprint your images. Join Steve as we go over how to find out how touse essential controls on your phone along with the best free andlow-cost tools for editing and image management.
INSTRUCTOR: Steve McGrath
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
with Christopher Chessie, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Come join us for an adventure in exploring the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is a people’s garden, a grassroots effort that began as a casual conversation between friends and evolved into the largest botanical garden in New England. Lunch is available at the Kitchen Garden Café, at the Market on-site or bring your own lunch. To search for what’s in bloom during a specific time period, please visit FloraFind, our online database of what is planted at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Please register early, there is a limit of 8. Transportation is provided
GUIDE: Wells-Ogunquit Staff
BOATING: SUDDENLY IN CHARGE
with U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
This Course is designed to teach passengers what to do if the boat operator becomes injured, unconscious, or unable to operate the vessel. A hands-on safety course that prepares you to take control of the boat in an emergency – even if you have never driven one before. Topics covered: Control of the boat, Navigation safety, Communications and signal for help, emergency response basics and docking and anchoring. INSTRUCTOR: Members of the USCG Auxiliary FL-24
THE HAMILTION AND SARAH JEWETT HOUSE TOUR WITH TEA AT THE LADY MARY INN SOUTH BERWICK, MAINE
with Lynne Longworth, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
This trip will be a tour of two historic homes and afternoontea at the Lady Mary Inn. The trip starts with the HamiltonHouse in South Berwick, the home of the sea merchantJonathan Hamilton. The second home is of Sarah Orne Jewettalso in South Berwick. She was an American poet andnovelist. We will end the trip with a traditional tea service.Trip is limited to 8 people.GUIDE: Lynne Longworth
DISCOVER SOUTHERN ITALY & SICILY INFO NIGHT
with Collette Travel, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Informational meeting on a future trip scheduled October 23-No-vember 4, 2027 to Southern Italy & Sicily. Journey through a cross-roads of civilizations in Sicily and on to the spectacular coastlines of Southern Italy. Allow the unique culture to capture your heartand get a glimpse into an age-old heritage composed of ancientmonuments and cultivated lands.INFORMATIONAL MEETING
SIMPLE SKILLS THAT MAKE WORK LESS FRUSTRATING
with Dave Dec, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Work can feel overwhelming, stressful, and exhausting attimes. This practical and encouraging class explores simplecommunication, organization, and mindset skills that can helpreduce frustration and improve everyday work experiences.Participants will learn realistic strategies for handling stress,working with others more effectively, staying professional duringchallenges, and creating smoother workplace interactions.INSTRUCTOR: Dave Dec