A Life in Music (all ages)

Considering a profession in music, just love music or simply seeking inspiration? You’ll love this program! Musician Lee Bush has lived a life he loves as a guitarist, arranger, composer, producer, recording engineer and educator. Join Lee for pizza, a little music and a lot of conversation as he shares his experiences and tips for making a life in music. The workshop begins with an informal pizza dinner (the first 30 minutes of the program). The cost of the pizza is included in the workshop price.

Lee holds degrees from Baldwin-Wallace College, the University of Missouri and has studied music theory and composition with Phil Rizzo. Active in the community as a professional, Mr. Bush co-leads the Nice Jazz Trio and plays with other area ensembles. Lee is also a member of the Jazz Studies Faculty at Cleveland State University.

Maximum group size is 60.

Pizza & Portraits (ages 8 & up with parent or grandparent)

Looking for a cool way to spend some one-on-one time with your kiddo? How about a pizza dinner and some creative fun? First, enjoy pizza beneath the FAA Art Tent. Then learn basic drawing techniques to each create a portrait of yourselves! The workshop price includes an informal pizza dinner (the first 30 minutes of the program) and all supplies.

Maximum group size: 30 participants.

Mother & Daughter: Jewelry Making Workshop (ages 7 & up with accompanying adult)

During this hands-on workshop, mothers and daughters create jewelry pieces together. This is a wonderful opportunity to make something to be treasured for generations! Tools, beads and basic jewelry making supplies are provided. Participants may bring some of their own beads too. The workshop begins with an informal pizza dinner (the first 30 minutes of the program). The cost of the pizza and all supplies are included in the workshop price.

Maximum group size: 30 participants.

Music Makin’ Fun for Families (all ages)

Celebrate the history and heritage of the Appalachian Mountains with music and folklore shared by Brett and Serenity Ridgeway. Much of our Appalachian history and customs are preserved in song and music. Many Scottish and Irish ballads brought over by the early settlers were better preserved here than in their own lands of origin! This traditional music has inspired, comforted, and helped many folks through the hard times of life. Experience the sounds of the Appalachians on hammered dulcimer, fiddle, banjo, Appalachian dulcimer and more. Audience participation is welcome and encouraged. The workshop begins with an informal pizza dinner (the first 30 minutes of the program). The cost of the pizza is included in the workshop price.

Maximum group size is 60.

Auditioning: The Basics (ages 9-13)

Do you want to take an audition but don’t know where to start? This workshop teaches the ABC’s of auditioning, how to find out about upcoming auditions and what to prepare. A must for all young aspiring actors. The workshop begins with an informal pizza dinner (the first 30 minutes of the program). The cost of the pizza is included in the workshop price.

Maximum Group Size: 20 participants.

Creative Writing for Teens (ages 11-15)

Love to write? Share your love of writing and grow as a writer this summer! Discover poetry, fiction and creative non-fiction through various examples, prompts, discussions and writing sessions. Explore the English language, wordplay and acquire new artistic tools and techniques to make your written word jump right off the page. Each writer shares their artistic expressions in a comfortable class setting every week. Please bring a notepad and writing utensil with you.