Welcome! Our Mission at Cape Elizabeth Community Services is to provide versatile community programs, offering educational, cultural, recreational, and social enrichment opportunities to a wide segment of the citizenry. Our commitment to lifelong learning creates a flexible and comprehensive delivery of services which meets the changing needs and interests of the community. We are committed to enhancing and improving the quality of life for the residents of Cape Elizabeth.

Here you will find all of the information you need regarding our programs and even be able to sign up for many of the programs online conveniently. If you are still unable to find what you are looking for, give us a shout – we’d love to help!

 

Adult and Youth Program Openings Next Week

Adult Activities

Join Artist Mary Jane Ham on Friday, July 10 from 2 – 4 pm and learn to decoupage clay plant pots. $30 fee includes materials.

Registered Herbalist in Clinical Herbalism Jill Skrabalak is offering an immersive, hands-on introduction to working directly with medicinal herbs through teas and tinctures focusing on remedies for insomnia, anxiety and mental clarity. Saturday, July 11th from 9 – 10:30 am. $35 pp.

Youth Programs

DIY Spa Camp now open to 4th graders…Indulge in a week of creativity and self-care! From bath bombs to facial masks, body butters and lip care, campers will learn how to create (and bring home!) relaxing and rejuvenating treatments. Taught by Cape’s own Jen Gray, owner of Cape Gold! July 6 – 10 from 9 am to Noon. $185 pp.

Community Athletic Solutions Full and Half Day Soccer Camp for ages 6 – 18, July 6 – 10. International coaching staff foster player’s technical skills and tactical smarts. Goal Keeper Camp too. Half Day $250/Full Day $400.

Call 799-2868 for more information or to register.

PRESCHOOL OPENINGS FALL 2026

Established in 1986, Cape Care is a Town of Cape Elizabeth child care program licensed by the Maine DHHS for children aged 3 to 12. Located in the Community Center, we offer a safe, stimulating environment. We collaborate with parents to meet each child’s needs and build lasting family relationships.
Our preschool for three-year-olds focuses on age-appropriate development through monthly academic themes, weekly letter focuses, and social skills. Children enjoy multidisciplinary activities including arts, science, and music. The curriculum builds math and motor skills, featuring seasonal swim or music and movement lessons.
Preschoolers are exempt from the annual enrollment lottery and are grandfathered directly into the Public Pre-K program.
Preschool
Hours: 8:30 am – 2:30 pm (3-day minimum)
Fee: $ 66 per day
Requirements: Age 3 by October 15th. Fully potty trained.
Teachers: Verna Gordon and Jenny Allen.
Capacity: 12
Before School Care (Preschool – 4th Grade)
Hours: 7:15 am – 8:30 am
Fee: $ 12 per day/$ 60 per week
Capacity: 25
After School Care (Preschool – 4th Grade)
Hours: 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Fee: $ 25 per day/$ 125 per week
Capacity: 50
Cape Care also offers Special Care Days, half and full-day Professional Development Days, and camps during school vacations. Registration is required. Register Now or email for availability/more information.

April 16 Cape Care Cancelled

Cape Care Before Care, Preschool and Pre-K will be closed today,
April 16th.  We were notified late Wednesday evening, the hot water heater failed .
Due to licensing requirements, we cannot have students in the building without hot water.
We hope to have it repaired as soon as possible.
We apologize for the inconvenience.

Ten Apple Farm Alpine Goat Hike in Gray, Maine

Join Community Services for this two hour educational and recreational goat experience. The hike consists of an approximately one and a half mile loop through the woods on lightly groomed trails. There is some steep terrain. Along the way we’ll talk about the wide variety of things goats are used for, including dairy, fiber, land management, as pack animals, and you’ll learn a thing or two about raising and caring for goats. After the hike, you’ll be able to sample some fresh goat milk and cookies! Activity Level II involves waking up to 60 minutes on uneven terrain or stairs with opportunities to rest. 

Date: Tuesday, April 14 (Rain Date April 28th)

Time: 12:15 – 4:30 pm

Per Person Cost: $35 (Includes transportation and experience)

To Register: Call 799-2868