Special Interest

Instructor: Laurie Jones 

Gain the confidence to step out on the dance floor and join the fun! Learn basic steps, moves, and rhythms while having a great time in a relaxed group setting. Instructor Laurie Jones will guide you through new and classic dances. Great for beginning line dancers and anyone wanting to get extra practice, improve their coordination, and add pizzazz to their moves. 

Laurie is an artist, dancer, and art teacher by profession. She shares her love of dance by creating a space where people can come together, finding connections one step at a time. 

Day of the week: Monday 

Dates: Oct. 5, 12, 26 & Nov. 2 (4 lessons) 

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm 

Cost: $60 

Instructor: Christine Lunceford 

When severe weather impacts our area, having a simple plan in place can make a difficult situation feel more manageable. This workshop focuses on practical, no-stress ways to prepare an emergency bucket using freeze-dried foods and essential supplies. Participants will learn how to build a compact “go bucket” (with guidance for expanding to a 5-gallon version), including a clear list of must-have items and helpful additions. You’ll also learn how to choose freeze-dried foods that can be eaten as they are or quickly reconstituted, making them ideal for situations where cooking options may be limited. 

Christine is the co-founder of Oh My Goodness Farm, a small family business focused on helping people use freeze-dried foods. What began as a way to store food has grown into a practical system for keeping real, nourishing options available when they are needed most. 

Day of the week: Friday 

Dates: November 13 

Time: 12:00 – 2:30 pm 

Cost: $75 

Instructors: Sally Burleson & Jessica Harris 

Looking for a new hobby or creative outlet? Join other adults in learning how to play the ukelele in a relaxed and happy environment. No musical experience is required. Learn basic chord with finger diagrams, simple rhythms, strumming patterns, and how to play some old familiar songs. Students need to bring a Soprano (small), Concert (medium), or Tenor (preferred size and large for a uke). Also bring a tuner and already tuned, if possible. Or come early to get it tuned and ready for class. 

Sally loves to be creative and enjoys finding new uses for old things and writes new words for old songs. Sally grew up in the Ozarks, retired from Bergman School, is a crafter, musician, and experienced homesteader. Jessica lives in Lead Hill and has played multiple instruments for many years. She loves teaching music and jamming with friends at home or at local bluegrass events. 

Day of the week: Tuesday 

Dates: October 13, 20 & 27 (3 lessons) 

Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm 

Cost: $70