Art & Performing Arts   

Step into the world of cinema with CineSeniors, a lively community for film lovers who enjoy deep conversation and fresh perspectives. Together, we’ll explore unusual, overlooked, and thought-provoking movies that inspire debate and discovery. Each week, we’ll discuss themes, theories, and cinematic styles—from classic auteurs to bold contemporary storytellers—while sharing insights, laughter, and a love of great storytelling. No film degree required—just curiosity, conversation, and a good internet connection to stream the films from home!

Want to have fun with an easy-to-learn musical instrument? This class is for you—whether you're a complete beginner or just a little familiar with the ukulele. All you need to get started is a ukulele, a clip-on tuner (or tuning app), and a willingness to have FUN!

In this 6-week course, we’ll start right at the beginning. No prior experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm! You'll receive teacher-provided chord charts, songsheets, reference materials, and links to useful free online resources. EVERYTHING you need to enjoy making music together from the very first class.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to play several dozen popular folk and rock songs, and you’ll have had a great time doing it. Plus, you’ll enjoy the social connection that comes from learning and playing in a supportive group setting.

Traditionally Origami follows 3 rules: Models are folded from a single square, no cuts, and no adhesive. Modern origami has loosened these requirements for the sake of art and exploration. Origami design beginning with other geometric shapes is now common.

Included in this course will be a Sakura Star from a pentagon, a bowl from an octagon, and a flower/star from a hexagon. We’ll fold more as time allows.

A word to totally new folders: These are firmly intermediate level models. However, if you are willing to use the recording, start over and be persistent, you will find increasing success with each attempt. Andrea’s overhead camera makes it possible for you to see how I make each fold.

This is the second of three seminars exploring the major characteristics of the European art movements,1860s – 1945. This covers the period known as modernism and which was a true revolution as to the role of art and how people responded to it. The prime focus of this seminar is to enhance the enjoyment of the participants in viewing art by identifying not only key characteristics of each art movement but also how to examine and analyze a painting.

In this course we will explore our supplies, shading techniques in still life drawing, learning how to show light, break things down into shapes, and negative and positive space. We will cover composition and proportion in landscapes, background, middle ground, foreground, perspective drawing using vanishing points, and proportion in figure drawing. Learn techniques and develop skills to help you build confidence and find your own personal style as well. Supplies needed: (can be purchased at- Michaels, Jo-Anns, Ocean-State Job Lot, Five Below) Drawing paper- 9 x12 pad wirebound version allows you to tear out pages, Drawing pencils- a set of graphite that includes 2H, HB, 2B, 4B, 8B, Kneaded eraser and a White eraser- avoid pink pearl they can rip paper, and Blending tool- called a stump or tortillon-used for blending.

Calling all music lovers—this is not your typical lecture series. This course is a fist-pumping, head-nodding, lyric-deconstructing journey through the music of protest, rebellion, and revolution—past and present. Each week, we’ll explore powerful themes like racial injustice, anti-capitalism, mental health stigma, women’s empowerment, and youth-led uprisings through the lens of music that demands to be heard. From icons you know—Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, and Aretha Franklin—to modern firebrands like Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift, Macklemore, and Logic, we’ll pair legendary anthems with contemporary tracks to see how music fights back across generations.   Each session includes two main songs (usually one rock/pop and one rap/hip-hop), lyric analysis, music videos, and live performances.

Did you know that origami techniques are used in space, architecture, fashion, and medicine? Some major breakthroughs can thank origami for their development.

Did you know there are many different types of origami? In modular origami you make several copies of a single unit and then connect them without glue or tape. Action origami models move and change. Wet folding facilitates delicacy and curves. Pureland origami allows only mountain and valley folds. Tessellations cover a plane with twist folds. Origami is an exciting and varied artform to explore!

Start your origami journey here. During our 6 weeks together, you will fold several models that together will provide a peek into this variety and begin to develop your technique! You will be asked to support your learning and enjoyment by a small amount of folding outside of class.

Supplies will be provided for this intro course.

Over six weeks, members will build foundational skills, from understanding water control and layering, to learning how to show light and shadows. You will learn both wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques. We will be inspired by landscapes, still life, flowers and figures.

This 6-week course is a joyful continuation of Beginning Uke 1, designed for students who have either completed that class or are already comfortable playing in the key of C. To participate, you'll need a ukulele, a clip-on tuner or tuning app, and most importantly—an ability to have FUN! Each session will include teacher-provided chord charts, songsheets, reference materials, and links to helpful free online resources. With everything you need to enjoy the ukulele at your fingertips, all you have to bring is your instrument and enthusiasm. Together, we’ll keep making beautiful music, expand the number of keys we can play in, and grow our song repertoire to include favorite Rock and Folk tunes.

This seminar will emphasize the culture and arts of this critical time in British dominance and influence in the world during the 19th century. One of the themes in this seminar was the uniqueness of British art in contrast with the art revolutions occurring on the continent. Another theme will be the developments in fashion, dance, urban development, and everyday daily life (ex. arts and craft movement) in this transformative period. Finally, the connections between Victorian culture and its impact on 19th century United Sates culture will be examined.

This class will explore insider perspectives on Broadway shows of today, from the creative teams to areas of production, from actor insights to director perspectives - and more. Get an inside look at everything which happens to make the magic of musicals, along with stories, reviews, and discussions on Broadway shows from the last five years.

Are you a maker who wants to further their craft skills or a crafting novice who is looking for a creative hobby? Join us in this interactive course where participants will explore a variety of art and craft mediums each week. This course aims for you to spark creativity in a new arts and craft area or find joy in returning to a pastime favorite! This is a judgment-free zone for creative exploration, collaboration, and finding your favorite way to create. No prior experience required—just excitement about exploring your creative potential!