Circle Square Cultural Center, the largest performing facility in Marion County, is a bustling place. Some of the sold out shows over the first half of Some of the sold out shows over the first half of 2018 include Frankie Avalon, Staying Alive Bee Gees Tribute, and a Kingston Trio. Each performance, Master the Possibilities’ classes and the private events and receptions held in-between, takes a tremendous amount of planning and preparation. Come behind the scenes with Jo Salyers, Director of Circle Square Commons, and Gary Pierre, Facilities Manager and Gary Manges, Technical Support. See the “green” rooms where performers do make-up and costuming, the front of the house and back stage equipment. Learn about the ticketing system and how shows are selected. You will never think about a concert the same after you know all that goes into staging performances.

Learn how to operate the Hydrawise irrigation controller using app-based technology. Class participants will learn how to use the application and navigate through the water savings features using a tablet, laptop, or smart phone.

Participants will need to have a Hydrawise account set up with a functioning clock they can link to. In addition, they will need to know their email address and password.

Sholom Park is a wonderful gift to the community. A place of striking beauty, it has also been a source of inspiration and peace. Come and learn about the thought that went into its development and the hope that it would inspire. Take a guided nature walk through the facility with Robert Colen. See the park in a new way in theory and in use. Once you learn about the park, it may just teach you something about yourself.

Learn the basics of maintaining your home, so you can do minor projects yourself and know when to call a professional. Review the most frequent maintenance issues experienced by homeowners. From changing air conditioner filters to fixing clogged toilets and sinks to understanding fuses; this overview will help build your confidence and get your started. Go over how to build a basic tool kit, how to approach things with safety in mind, and when you should not attempt to do it yourself. This will be a classroom discussion using diagrams and props and will not involve hands-on exercises. Brings questions about maintenance projects you would like to tackle.