In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class, and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration. Ages 13+

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class, and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Class is held online using zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+.

Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.

Learn the basic techniques of watercolor and how to use them to bring landscapes to life. You will learn about composition, value, and color to capture the beauty of the world around us. Bring along a few photos for reference and learn how to transform them into paintings in your own style. You are also more than welcome to bring your own paints, but it is not required.

Turn your clutter into cash and your hobbies into income! In this hands-on course, you will learn how to successfully sell on eBay, Etsy, and Poshmark. From setting up your shop to creating listings that sell. This class will give you the tools to start making money online, all while having fun. Please bring your laptop and a charger to class.

Embark on a journey to learn how to make one of your favorite meals from a different culture. Through local, culturally-specific grocery stores and tastings, discover diverse foods and traditions by connecting with natives from all over the globe. Participants gain confidence in exploring an array of ingredients and environments building confidence to cook differently, while expanding culinary horizons. Engage with diverse communities in Portland through intercultural dialogue and recipes. Experience the world, one grocery aisle at a time. Classes will be located at various stores in the Portland area.

This course will teach you how to take great photographs with an adjustable 35mm or digital camera (note: "point and shoot" cameras are not covered). Topics like composition, shutter speeds, F-stops, depth of field, lenses etc. will be discussed. Bring camera and instruction booklet.