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MSAD 11 Gardiner Area Adult & Community Education (adulted@msad11.org) 207-582-3774

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Maximize Your iPad’s Potential

$30

with BoomerTECH Adventures

Calendar Current session started Jan 17, 2023

Learn to increase your capabilities to  communicate, create, and connect by mastering your iPad’s features. This  course covers navigating your iPad, its Camera and Photos apps, the options  available in Settings, ways to communicate through writing and video, plus how  to answer and make phone calls. Plus, you will learn about the apps that came  already loaded on your iPad like the Calendar and Siri, your virtual assistant. It is  important that you have updated to iOS 15; but don’t worry—if you don’t know  how, we will show you the steps. Finally, you will also learn about accessibility  features that are helpful for folks with finger mobility, sight, or hearing difficulties.

*Please provide a current working email address when registering for this course. This class is based on iOS devices and Mac computers and the technology requirements for this class are a strong internet connection and a MAC Computer, iPad, iPhone to access videos and articles. This is a fully asynchronous, online course that students complete on your own time and at your own speed. Each course includes a PDF booklet with information about the class, instructions for using the class, and the content of the class. Instructors are available for personalized support for the class via email and/ or online chat.

More Hidden Gems in Your iPhone/iPad

$30

with BoomerTECH Adventures

Calendar Current session started Jan 17, 2023

In our basic course on  “hidden gems,” we explored: tracking, slide to type, customizing your control  center, and accessing the built-in scanner among other cool features. In this  level 2 course, we delve into the additional secrets of our iPhones and iPads.  Learn how to set up helpful widgets, control text size, choose an interesting Siri  sidekick, access important privacy features, and more. You’ll definitely increase  your understanding of the intricacies of your iPhone and/or iPad at the  conclusion of this course. 

*Please provide a current working email address when registering for this course. This class is based on iOS devices and Mac computers and the technology requirements for this class are a strong internet connection and a MAC Computer, iPad, iPhone to access videos and articles. This is a fully asynchronous, online course that students complete on your own time and at your own speed. Each course includes a PDF booklet with information about the class, instructions for using the class, and the content of the class. Instructors are available for personalized support for the class via email and/ or online chat.

Take Fabulous Photos of the Flora and Fauna in Your World

$30

with BoomerTECH Adventures

Calendar Current session started Jan 17, 2023

This course  shows you how to take beautiful photos of flowers, plants, and wildlife. Four  easy-to-follow videos demonstrate and give examples of each of the topics  which include: Using focus, exposure and HDR features to capture the beauty of  your surroundings; ways to avoid blurry images; tips for composing your  images; and editing options that turn so-so images into stunning images. In  addition to the instructional videos, we have several articles with useful  information to build your repertoire of photographic strategies. This course is  made for you if you want to learn to use your camera or significantly upgrade  your skills and abilities. 

*Please provide a current working email address when registering for this course. This class is based on iOS devices and Mac computers and the technology requirements for this class are a strong internet connection and a MAC Computer, iPad, iPhone to access videos and articles. This is a fully asynchronous, online course that students complete on your own time and at your own speed. Each course includes a PDF booklet with information about the class, instructions for using the class, and the content of the class. Instructors are available for personalized support for the class via email and/ or online chat.

Taking Awesome Pictures With Your iPhone/iPad Camera

$30

with BoomerTECH Adventures

Calendar Current session started Jan 17, 2023

This is a  step-by-step guide to taking beautiful photos, appropriate for novice  photographers and anyone who wants to significantly upgrade their  photography skills. Students will learn to take photos, portraits, slo-motion,  panos, and more. Also students will learn about camera settings for proper  focus and exposure, High Dynamic Range, and picture composition.

 

*Please provide a current working email address when registering for this course. This class is based on iOS devices and Mac computers and the technology requirements for this class are a strong internet connection and a MAC Computer, iPad, iPhone to access videos and articles. This is a fully asynchronous, online course that students complete on your own time and at your own speed. Each course includes a PDF booklet with information about the class, instructions for using the class, and the content of the class. Instructors are available for personalized support for the class via email and/ or online chat.  

Unlock Safari’s Secrets on Your Mac in Just Five Lessons

$30

with BoomerTECH Adventures

Calendar Current session started Jan 17, 2023

Doing  basic internet searches on Safari is fairly straightforward. However, within Safari there  are many options most of us never explore. Join us for five lessons that will unlock the  secrets of Safari: options contained in the top menu, choices provided on the opening  screen, tips for more efficient searching, possibilities hidden within the share feature,  and a demo of why you want to click on the AA button. After completing the five  lessons you will truly know the ins and out of Safari.

*Please provide a current working email address when registering for this course. This class is based on iOS devices and Mac computers and the technology requirements for this class are a strong internet connection and a MAC Computer, iPad, iPhone to access videos and articles. This is a fully asynchronous, online course that students complete on your own time and at your own speed. Each course includes a PDF booklet with information about the class, instructions for using the class, and the content of the class. Instructors are available for personalized support for the class via email and/ or online chat.

Healthy Living for Brain and Body

$10

with Susan Wren

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 7, 2023 at 5 pm

For centuries, we’ve known that the health of brain and body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help to keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in theareas of diet and nutrition, exercise, congnitive activity, and social engagement, and use of hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Winthrop-Gardiner Adult Education Trip to London

$75

with EF Go Ahead Tours

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 11, 2023 , runs for 1 week

(A $75 Administration Fee must be paid before trip registration information will be released. If you decide not to go on the trip by June 3rd, you will receive a full refund minus fees.)

Join us for a 7-day tour of London and discover everything Great Britain’s most dynamic city has to offer.!

London was once considered the capital of the world—and it shows. It has a history that stretches back 2,000 years, and a culture as rooted in the local pub as it is in world-class museums. Get acquainted with this city at your own pace, whether that means strolling through Kensington Gardens, entering Westminster Abbey, or seeing Big Ben up close.

Your tour package includes:

5 nights in a well-located hotel

5 breakfasts

2 dinners with beer or wine, including a signature farewell dinner experience and ride on the London Eye

Expert Tour Director

Sightseeing tour with a local guide

4-day Tube pass

Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights:

Trafalgar Square

Big Ben

Buckingham Palace

Ride on the London Eye

Covent Garden

Charming pubs & eclectic eateries

 Extra excursions are available for a fee.

 

Please have your passport information and debit or credit card information ready at the time of enrollment.

 The total for 1 traveler flying out of Boston is $3713 which includes the admin fee.

Important tour information:

Tour Dates: 11/11/23 — 11/17/23

Final payment date (manual payments): 08/31/23

Tour finalization date: 08/31/23

 

*Please keep in mind that all spots on tour are first come first serve and a traveler is required to place a deposit down in order to officially reserve their spot.

 

Payment Options:

Pay-in-full:

Visa, MasterCard, or direct debit are accepted

Reservation is completely refundable for a 60-day risk-free period

Automatic Payment Plan (recommended)

$99 down payment

Automatic monthly payment on date of your choosing

First interest-free automatic payment is 60 days after the down payment

Payments are set up directly through your checking account or debit card

Reservation is refundable for a 60-day risk-free period

Final payment extended to 30 days before departure

Manual Payment Plan

Minimum $300 deposit + cost of insurance

Payments can be made online or over the phone

Reservation is refundable for 72 hours

Balance is due 70 days prior to departure

Visa or MasterCard are accepted





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