We will listen to several love songs from the first five albums of Bob Dylan. In discussing them, we will note the poetic mastery, the rhythmic precision and the utterly unique approach to human love. My youngest daughter once said to me about "Sad Eyed Lady of the Lowlands" that if someone had written a song like that for her she would marry him on the spot! Reminiscing is okay for Dylan lovers!

Color woodblock prints are individual prints made using multiple blocks - each block a color. Each print can have as few as two and as many as (in my case...) fourteen colors. I carve each block and then print each color. I will demonstrate the printing process and try and answer all questions: such as what kind of wood to use and how to register the blocks so they all print in the right place. Also what kind of ink should be bought, and where you might buy supplies.

Thousands of years ago in Greece, a chorus sang out. Why? Who stepped out of the chorus and spoke lines? Learn about the beginning of Drama with the "Oedipus Cycle" as an example.

Spanish is spoken and studied by millions in the world. If you are traveling, there is a good chance you will need some Spanish skills. (Where is the bathroom?) This course will serve as a forum to discuss the basic needs of a traveler and will help you acquire the means to communicate in Spanish. Come share your tips and resources and be ready to practice Spanish!

Two giants of American literature writing over three decades but never meeting face to face had an intense rivalry made clear in their terse exchange of letters and their public comments. Neither could have been more different than the other in style, subject matter and creative expression. One, a celebrity, courting public approval, and demanding attention to his work and himself; the other a near-recluse, refusing to talk about his work and barely recognized during his lifetime. Both won the Noble Prize. This course will examine a number of their shorter works and contrast their styles, themes, and their world view. Readings will be sent electronically.

Following the great success of last fall's Cary Grant Class, Paul presents four new titles showing the great diversity of Cary's career. There will be a Hitchcock thriller, some romantic comedy and even a drama.

Starting with simple steps we'll learn dances from many (mostly European) countries. Beyond the basics, the dances taught will reflect the interests of the participants: Meditative or athletic, fast or slow, simple to complex. We will do dances that raise your heart rate at times but we will build up to that and you can rest when needed. Learning the music and rhythms of different areas gives insight into those cultures; their dances often have deep symbolism. This is a beginners class; enjoyment not perfection is the goal.

In this class, we will make 4 Christmas/Winter Holiday greeting cards using rubber stamps. Participants will get hands-on experience with techniques using different types of rubber stamps, ink pads and embellishments. Participants will take home the cards that they have made. Please note that Art Plus is on the second floor and is not handicapped accessible.

Explore the Kimball Jenkins Estate, a haven of stunning architecture and towering trees that energizes the North End of Concord. Join us as we sit in the historic parlor of the 1882 Gothic High Victorian Main House to learn about the history of the Kimball family, from before the American Revolution to 1981, when Carolyn Jenkins bequeathed the estate to the community. Then tour the main house and adjacent carriage house to view an exhibit of artwork by Bob Larson, Melissa Miller, and Jim Wolcott. Take a peek into the art studios in the Yellow House School of Art, and maybe even meet our artist-in-residence. Please note the estate tour requires walking on a variety of indoor and outdoor surfaces, including stairs.

Tasha Tudor was a renowned illustrator of the New England countryside and a Webster, NH, resident for 30 years. This illustrated exploration looks at her books, Christmas cards, and doll fantasies from her Webster years. We'll also see a motion picture made at her house in 1955.

For the past three years, the Capitol Center for the Arts (CCA) worked to raise funds, purchase, renovate, and reopen the former Concord Theatre in downtown Concord. Just a few minutes walk from the CCA's larger theatre, the new Bank of NH Stage underwent a $6 million dollar transformation and is now presenting a variety of smaller performances in a 300-450 capacity small venue. This class will include a full tour of the venue and demonstration of the audio, lighting, and video systems. Learn about the plans for this space.

The NH State House is the oldest State House in the country where the legislature still meets in its original chambers, but the site and the building are so much more. They contain a treasure trove of art and history. Join us for an overview tour of the State House art. The tour will include viewing and discussion of various portraits including the the Faulkner murals in the Senate Chamber, the Document of the Fourth (Centennial document) and the statues on the State House grounds, including the Daniel Chester French statue behind the State House.

This acrylic painting lesson for the beginner teaches how to create depth with color, tinting and glazing. Please bring the following brushes: 3/4" synthetic flat, #1 or 0 script/long liner, #5 round, #8 flat (Royal Aqualon Delux Set is good), water container, palette paper or Styrofoam plate, white and gray graphite paper, paper towels, stylus or ball point pen, paint pot strips (to take instructor provided paint home), 9x12" back stapled canvas i.e. Gallery Wrap which does not require framing. The instructor will provide paints, line drawing and tracing paper. Bring a bag lunch. We will take a 1/2 hour break for lunch.

Anyone can paint this pumpkin with acrylic paints. Bring: wooden cutting board that measures approx. 9"W x 12"H (set of 2 available at Bed, Bath & Beyond, use the larger one) Before class paint black (acrylic) on one side. Bring brushes: 3/4" synthetic flat, #1 or 0 script/long liner, #5 round, #8 flat (Royal Aqualon Delux Set is good), water container, palette paper or Styrofoam plate, white and gray graphite paper, 2oz bottled black acrylic paint, paint pot strip (to take instructor provided paint home). The instructor will provide paint, line drawing and small stipple brush. The stipple brush will be used to teach a dry brush technique. Bring a bag lunch. We will take a 1/2 hour break for lunch.

No prior experience is needed for this class. You will learn to use a fan brush to paint spruce trees in this winter landscape. Bring: 12x12 or 14x14 stretched canvas or canvas board, (It is your choice whether to paint on gallery wrap or canvas that needs framing), 2oz bottled white acrylic paint, size 2 bristle fan brush. Also bring brushes: ¾” synthetic flat, #1 or 0 script/long liner, #5 round, #8 flat (Royal Aqualon Delux Set is good), water container, palette paper or Styrofoam plate, white and gray graphite paper, paper towels, stylus or ball point pen, paint pot strips (to take instructor provided paint home). Before class, paint canvas white. The instructor will provide paints, line drawing and tracing paper. Bring a bag lunch. We will take a ½ hour break for lunch.

This program focuses upon humor in three ways. It explores the origins of Jewish humor. Why are there so many books written on this topic? The presentation answers this by looking at the history and literature of Judaism. Next, the talk looks at the anatomy of a joke - what makes a joke funny? It concludes with the role of humor in health. It shows how humor is the best medicine by enhancing your immune system, decreasing heart attacks and relieving stress, to name some of its benefits. The audience not only hears a lively narrative and jokes but also is encouraged to share their own funny stories. The talk makes people feel engaged and good.

Whether you're someone who's wondering what all the fuss is about or a long-time Shakespeare fan, you'll enjoy this interactive approach to "Taming of the Shrew," Shakespeare's comic and controversial play about love and marriage. Since Shakespeare wrote plays to be seen and heard, and not necessarily read, the instructor uses an approach that reads the entire play aloud, using class participants to read various roles in a scene (and, no, you don't have to read if you prefer not to). Along the way, the instructor will lead discussions on themes, language, character, and staging. Required text: any copy of "Taming of the Shrew." Presenter will be physically located in Concord and the class will live-stream to Conway. Both locations will be able to interact with the presenter.

Learn to paint simple folk art roses and rosebuds with acrylic paint. We will paint a small and medium size gift bag, book marks and a note card for you to take home. Supplies to bring: #8 flat synthetic brush and #1 or 0 script/long liner, palette paper or Styrofoam plate, water container, paper towels, stylus or ball point pen, paint pot strips (to take instructor provided paint home).

This smaller (6" x 10" x 8-1/2" w/ handle) version of a traditional hearth basket is accented with dyed reed and a snowflake (which could be switched after the winter). It's a fairly simple basket and teaches the basics, plus decreasing weaving and an overlapped & wrapped handle.

This smaller (6" x 10" x 8-1/2" w/ handle) version of a traditional hearth basket is accented with dyed reed and a snowflake (which could be switched after the winter). It's a fairly simple basket and teaches the basics, plus decreasing weaving and an overlapped & wrapped handle.