From the comfort of your own home, play the piano like a professional by

using chords. Learn to form the three basic types of chords, handle a

variety of keys and time signatures, and avoid counting and simplify more than 12,000 complex chords. This class is part lecture/demonstration and part hands-on instruction. Course includes an online book, follow-up video lessons, optional periodic Q&A sessions and a recording of the class–enough materials to continue your practice and study on your own!  Required: a stable internet connection; a computer, tablet or cell phone; and a piano or keyboard available during class. Registration closes April 6. Pre-registration is required to receive online materials and link.

Craig Coffman, an experienced piano and guitar instructor, professional pianist, and music director, has 30+ years of experience teaching piano privately. His piano and guitar seminars have been attended by 30,000+ students throughout the US over the last 27 years.

Tai Chi is one of SVACE’s longest-running classes which has experienced some gradual and wonderful changes over the years. It is now led by loyal volunteers who are willing to lead, learn, and practice the Yang Style 24 Form, the 40 Form, and the Qigong warm-ups for all attendees. Bring water and comfortable footwear. Please pre-register as a minimum of 8 people is required to run the course.

Tai-Chi is one of SVACE’s longest-running classes which has experienced some gradual and wonderful changes over the years. It is now led by loyal volunteers who are willing to lead, learn, and practice the Yang Style 24 Form, the 40 Form, and the Qigong warm-ups for all attendees. Bring water and comfortable footwear. Please note: This is for one day a week. You can do Tuesday or Thursday in any given week as your schedule permits.

This is your chance to learn to play this amazingly versatile instrument. You’ll need a ukulele, some curiosity, a love of music, and time to practice. Join our stress-free program for plenty of fun and learning. You won’t want to stop once you have mastered the fundamentals. The nicest part is that you don’t have to read music! Sign up, tune up, and show up to start your musical adventure now! Buying a ukulele? Duncan can provide you with brand, price, style, and size recommendations as well as local stores where you can purchase an excellent beginner’s ukulele. Contact us and we’ll have him reach out to you! Required: Five days before the start of the program, important documents will be sent to the email address you provided at registration. Before attending the first session, please read the email and documents carefully. Pre-registration is required to receive online link.

Fresh sourdough bread - it’s easier than you think and as delicious as you imagine! Join experienced breadmaker Martine for this two-part course. At the first meeting, students will learn how to feed their sourdough starter and make goodies from their excess sourdough. At the second meeting, students will learn how to make and form the levain (dough) and how to bake their sourdough loaves. Please bring a large container for your starter (starter is provided by the instructor) and a cooking scale (preferable but not necessary) to the first meeting. For the second meeting, bring your fed starter (from the previous class), a large mixing bowl, and a cooking scale (preferable but not necessary). All ingredients will be provided. Materials fee of $8 is payable to instructor at class. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

Spend some time creating a beautiful welcome door hanging. This project involves basic painting skills while tapping into your floral arranging skills and imagination. This class is designed to give you a couple of hours of talk, laughter, and creativity resulting in a finished work of art that can decorate your home or serve as a great gift. No experience needed. All materials, decorations, and tools are provided. Please pre-register as a minimum of 3 people is required to run the course.

Tried composting and it didn’t seem to work? Are you afraid of inviting pests if you try? There are some important ingredients to composting that make the difference in developing the “black gold” that can both transform your waste and nourish your gardens. We’ll cover types of composting and containers, components of successful composting in rural and urban settings, and common problems in composting and their solutions. Please pre-register as we need a minimum of 4 people to run this course.

     Earth Day! Tue. April 22, 6-8 p.m., 1 Meeting

About Brigit: An avid gardener, researcher, and teacher, Brigit loves teaching classes where everyone learns new things, and where she goes home having learned more herself, for her own gardens, and for teaching future classes.

Tired of paying rent? Wondering how you can buy a home and start building equity instead of paying someone else's mortgage? Come learn all about the home buying process from industry experts! This is a chance to have all your questions answered. Best of all, participants can earn a closing cost credit by attending this class! Join us and learn how you can take the next step towards home ownership! Pre-registration is not required but is very helpful due to available space.

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