In the past you probably could drop weight by cutting back on calories or exercising a bit more. But then suddenly the scale stops moving and you just can’t seem to lose weight. THE GOOD NEWS - You could lose up to 20 pounds in a year – without eating less. Just by revving up your metabolism, you can burn more calories every day, lose fat, boost energy, feel stronger and more fit. In this class, you will learn 20 SIMPLE things you can do every day to boost your metabolism and burn as much as 30% more calories every day.

Senior Discount: $20

This class is for Adults & Kids - In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment.  Learn to play piano the way professionals do-using chords. The chord method is LOTS of fun and dramatically easier to learn than reading notes.  Class is held online using Zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture demonstration.  Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session. Students take the online class and then follow that up with their own private study and practice by using our follow up video lessons and the online book which they begin using in the first seminar. 

Optional monthly question and answer session after the class is held is offered for any interested students.

Ages 13+

No Senior Discount.

For Adults & Kids - In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it.  This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away.  Fee includes the online book, online follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also an optional periodic question and answer session.   Class is held online using Zoom and is partly hands on instruction and partly lecture/demonstration. Students take the online class and then follow that up with their own private study and practice by using our follow up video lessons and the online book which they begin using in the first seminar. Optional monthly question and answer session after the class is held is offered for any interested students.

Ages 13+

No Senior Discount

If you currently take thyroid medication but are still gaining weight and still have a variety of symptoms, there’s more you need to know. Fatigue, weight gain, depression, anxiety, rising cholesterol levels, inability to focus, thinning hair, digestive problems, abnormal blood pressure, reduced sex drive, and heart palpitations are only some of the symptoms.  We’ll discuss the 5 things that need to be measured, but usually aren’t; why the #1 thyroid replacement may not be helping you; foods that help or hinder; commonly misunderstood rules of how and when to take thyroid meds; environmental triggers and info you need to discuss with your doctor.

This workshop is a source of information only and should by no means be considered a substitute for the advice of a qualified medical professional.   

Senior Discount: $20.00                    

The RAD system of self-defense is specifically tailored 4-week course offered by the Town of Somerset Police Department that is designed for women to develop and enhance their options for self-defense.  The course is broken down into 4 sessions of 3 hours each and consists of both PowerPoint instruction and hands on tactics.  Additional information can be received at the Somerset Police Department. 

• Fee includes materials provided for course.
• Free to any High School female student.

Seniors:  $20.00

Class Dates:  October 22, 29, November 5, 12

Everyone is artistic! Enjoy this introductory class to stained glass but skilled glass workers are very welcome too!  Have fun creating a keepsake that is for yourself, a family member, or a friend.  This course is meant for all stained-glass skill levels.  We will have pictures of pieces you can make such as Buffalo Bills buffalo, bees, flowers, ravens, dragonflies, etc.  on the website.   

Please note, each class date is a separate registration.

No Senior Discount

This class will focus on the chandelier quilt pattern. This quilt pattern magic changes just by turning the blocks on point, like light hitting crystal prisms, the orientation lets the light dance through the shapes in a completely different manner, giving it a modern twist.  Guaranteed to be a fun and relaxing day to share ideas between other quilters of all level of experience as you work on a beautiful keepsake!

Seniors:  $12.50

The AARP Smart Driver™ Course includes a focus on areas where drivers could benefit from additional training. This program is beneficial for all ages! A minimum of 15 people is required to hold this class. Participants of the course will qualify for a discount on their automobile insurance. Participants will also qualify for a 3-point reduction on their driver’s license for any points previously accrued for moving violations. Check with your insurance provider for specifics. There is no Barker Senior discount for this course.

PLEASE NOTE, YOU MUST REGISTER BUT THERE IS NO COST TO BCS AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION, RATHER PAY AARP DIRECTLY.  YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR AARP NUMBER TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT.

Cost:  $30.00 AARP Members/$35.00 Non-Members payable to AARP.