For retirees, geezers and geezers to be in Maine (Ellsworth: credit, college)

[slyfox2]

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There are 17 organizations all over Maine that provide great fun, classes without grades, and socializing. I am familiar with the Downeast Senior College in Ellsworth, and the Acadia Senior College on MDI.

Lots of stuff to do especially in the winter.

[retiredtinbender]

Yes, many things. Along with your list, some places have dance classes, dances, nature hikes and kayaking expeditions. A lot of winter activities both outside (if your able) and inside. Cultural events even in the small towns and villages. Great place to be, isn't it?

[slyfox2]

My wife is on her third class. Last year she had one on music appreciation taught by a famous pianist from Castine, one on singing old campfire songs, one on cooking. This year she is already taking one on Native Americans in Maine. I took one on "the nature of consciousness". We are being encouraged to teach one, but most of my hobbies are pretty weird so I don't think anyone, especially geezers, would really be interested. There are also at least three major parties each year, and lots of drinking. Geezers love to drink.

People said when I got older I would lose my mind. What they didn't tell me was that I wouldn't notice its absence.

[retiredtinbender]

[quote=slyfox2;26052526]My wife is on her third class. Last year she had one on music appreciation taught by a famous pianist from Castine, one on singing old campfire songs, one on cooking. This year she is already taking one on Native Americans in Maine. I took one on "the nature of consciousness". We are being encouraged to teach one, but most of my hobbies are pretty weird so I don't think anyone, especially geezers, would really be interested. There are also at least three major parties each year, and lots of drinking. Geezers love to drink.

People said when I got older I would lose my mind. What they didn't tell me was that I wouldn't notice its absence.[/quote]


I resemble that remark. I'll have to steal that for personal use. WIth proper credit given, of course. The more I read it the more I like it.

[AnnapolisSailor]

Originally Posted by slyfox2

My wife is on her third class. Last year she had one on music appreciation taught by a famous pianist from Castine, one on singing old campfire songs, one on cooking. This year she is already taking one on Native Americans in Maine. I took one on "the nature of consciousness". We are being encouraged to teach one, but most of my hobbies are pretty weird so I don't think anyone, especially geezers, would really be interested. There are also at least three major parties each year, and lots of drinking. Geezers love to drink.

People said when I got older I would lose my mind. What they didn't tell me was that I wouldn't notice its absence.

I can relate!

[Submariner]

I enjoy being retired in Maine. There is plenty to keep me busy

[animalcrazy]

I wish I was retired in Maine.

[Jellybean50]

Getting old(er) has been the best thing that's ever happened to me

The older i get, the weirder i get - and the less i care.

Good thread, and thanks for the info about the classes etc.