Ever wondered how musical artists make money? This beginner-friendly course explores the modern music industry and the many career paths within it. Learn about branding, royalties, publishing, marketing, contracts, and how independent artists build successful careers in today’s digital world. Perfect for musicians, aspiring producers, content creators, and anyone curious about the business behind the music.

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

The “Foundation” maintains 150 km of trails that are considered by many to be the finest cross-country ski trails in the Eastern United States. Jackson Ski Touring Foundation presents state of the art grooming on trails designed to suit every taste and ability, whether you prefer quiet striding through  old growth, New England forest, or all out skate skiing. You  can visit on-trail destinations: the warming cabin and Cocoa  Cabin on the Ellis River Trail. We will arrive to have a full day of cross country skiing or snowshoeing. You may bring your own equipment or rent at the touring center. Before heading back, we will dine at one of the fine local restaurants. This trip will enrich lives and promote a healthy lifestyle. Rental fees and food expenses are participant’s responsibility.  Maximum of 8 may participate on this trip. 

INSTRUCTOR: Chris Chessie

Country Line Dancing includes a sequence of steps danced tocountry music. You don’t need a partner, everyone followsthe patterns together. It provides movement and light cardio,community and social connection and it is FUN! No experiencenecessary. Beginners are welcome and the songs will either begentle or energetic depending on song selection.INSTRUCTOR: Judy Stark

A gentle yet effective 45-minute class designed to improveflexibility, mobility, and support posture. This class has anadded benefit of gentle stretches and strengthening exercises torestore balance to hips and lower back. It will include the use oflight hand-held weights. This class is accessible for all levels, noexperience necessary, and especially beneficial for thoseexperiencing tight hips, lower back discomfort, or seeking greaterease of movement. Please bring a mat and hand held weights. Judyhas been a Fitness Instructor for 20+ years in numerous formats.INSTRUCTOR: Judy Stark

New season, new projects!

Join us for a fun and creative wire wrapping class where you’ll learn techniques to create your own beautiful wire-wrapped pieces - no matter your experience level! Whether you’re brand new or looking to sharpen your skills, this class is for you. There will be several projects to select from. Let’s get wrapping and make something magical together! All skill levels are welcome. Please bring round nose jewelry pliers with you if you have them, and you can bring your own stones if you’d like.

A materials fee of $10 per project is due to the instructor at the start of the class. Beth will also have additional jewelry kits available for purchase.

This class is dedicated to helping advance your understandingof how to use your smartphone photography and Manualcontrols. Like ISO, Shutter Speed, Aperture, and how to take acreate great Images on your phone! What editing apps to use togive you more control if your Smartphone doesn’t have them!And Equipment that you can use to help your Images, likeTelephoto Lenses, Tripods, Filters. Join Steve as we go over how touse the essential controls on your phone along with the best freeand low-cost tools for editing and image management.INSTRUCTOR: Steve McGrath

In this Class we are going to use our Macro/Close Up settings,Lenses, Filters and Lighting to take some awesome Images ofSnowflakes! And go over the Controls to capture them! Likeour Aperture, ISO Exposure Compensation. And Compositionwhich is important with the Snowflakes! And this is for aDigital Camera or a Smartphone!INSTRUCTOR: Steve McGrathAn online link will be provided to you prior to class.