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The Hobbies Workshop

It is never too late to pick up something wonderful. Watch a quick how-to, follow a simple starter guide, and sign up for free lessons. More than one hundred hobbies, all made for life after 50.

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Creative & Crafts

Watercolor Painting14 video lessons

Watercolor Painting

Loose, forgiving, and gloriously relaxing

Start this one →Drawing and Sketching14 video lessons

Drawing and Sketching

All you need is a pencil and a few quiet minutes

Start this one →Calligraphy and Hand Lettering14 video lessons

Calligraphy and Hand Lettering

Turn everyday words into something beautiful

Start this one →Knitting14 video lessons

Knitting

Cozy, portable, and deeply satisfying

Start this one →Crochet14 video lessons

Crochet

One hook, one hour, endless possibilities

Start this one →Quilting14 video lessons

Quilting

Stitch warmth and memory into every square

Start this one →Pottery14 video lessons

Pottery

Get your hands in the clay and make something real

Start this one →Embroidery & Cross-Stitch14 video lessons

Embroidery & Cross-Stitch

Paint with thread, one calm stitch at a time

Start this one →Jewelry Making & Beading14 video lessons

Jewelry Making & Beading

Make beautiful jewelry with your own hands

Start this one →Soap Making14 video lessons

Soap Making

Turn oils and color into bars you'll love

Start this one →Scrapbooking & Card Making14 video lessons

Scrapbooking & Card Making

Turn photos and keepsakes into lasting memories

Start this one →Acrylic & Oil Painting14 video lessons

Acrylic & Oil Painting

Bring color and calm to your canvas

Start this one →Diamond Painting14 video lessons

Diamond Painting

Place sparkling gems into a glittering picture

Start this one →Macramé14 video lessons

Macramé

Soft cord, simple knots, beautiful things

Start this one →Sewing & Dressmaking14 video lessons

Sewing & Dressmaking

Make and mend clothes you love

Start this one →Weaving & Loom Craft14 video lessons

Weaving & Loom Craft

Turn simple thread into cloth you made yourself

Start this one →Needle Felting14 video lessons

Needle Felting

Sculpt soft, lifelike creations from wool, one gentle poke at a time.

Start this one →Stained Glass14 video lessons

Stained Glass

Turn plain glass and light into glowing, colorful art for your windows and home.

Start this one →Origami & Paper Crafts14 video lessons

Origami & Paper Crafts

Turn a single square of paper into cranes, flowers, and boxes, using only your hands and a little patience.

Start this one →Wood Carving & Whittling14 video lessons

Wood Carving & Whittling

Turn a simple block of wood into something you made with your own two hands

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The Great Outdoors

Gardening14 video lessons

Gardening

Fresh air, gentle movement, and things that grow

Start this one →Bird Watching14 video lessons

Bird Watching

A quiet adventure right in your own backyard

Start this one →Photography14 video lessons

Photography

See the world more closely, one photo at a time

Start this one →Fishing14 video lessons

Fishing

Patience, peace, and the tug on the line

Start this one →Hiking & Nature Walks14 video lessons

Hiking & Nature Walks

Fresh air, gentle miles, good company

Start this one →Beekeeping14 video lessons

Beekeeping

Keep bees, make honey, help the planet

Start this one →Kayaking & Canoeing14 video lessons

Kayaking & Canoeing

Glide across calm water at your own pace

Start this one →Camping & RVing14 video lessons

Camping & RVing

Sleep under the stars, travel on your terms

Start this one →Geocaching14 video lessons

Geocaching

A real-world treasure hunt outdoors

Start this one →Metal Detecting14 video lessons

Metal Detecting

Walk, dig, and uncover history

Start this one →Cycling14 video lessons

Cycling

Get back on a bike and enjoy easy, healthy rides on gentle trails and quiet roads near home.

Start this one →Foraging & Wild Edibles14 video lessons

Foraging & Wild Edibles

Learn to safely find, identify, and gather free wild food on gentle walks close to home.

Start this one →Nature Journaling14 video lessons

Nature Journaling

Slow down, look closely, and record the small wonders of the natural world in words, pictures, and simple notes.

Start this one →Backyard Chickens14 video lessons

Backyard Chickens

Keep a small flock of friendly hens for fresh eggs, gentle daily purpose, and a lot of quiet joy.

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Mind & Word

Chess14 video lessons

Chess

The grandest game, and a wonderful workout for the mind

Start this one →Genealogy14 video lessons

Genealogy

Discover the people you came from

Start this one →Creative Writing14 video lessons

Creative Writing

Your stories are worth telling

Start this one →Learning a New Language14 video lessons

Learning a New Language

It is never too late to learn

Start this one →Astronomy & Stargazing14 video lessons

Astronomy & Stargazing

Wonder you can reach from your backyard

Start this one →Puzzles & Crosswords14 video lessons

Puzzles & Crosswords

Sharpen your mind, one clue at a time

Start this one →Magic & Card Tricks14 video lessons

Magic & Card Tricks

Amaze your grandkids with a deck of cards

Start this one →Book Clubs & Reading14 video lessons

Book Clubs & Reading

Read, gather, and talk about great books

Start this one →Poetry14 video lessons

Poetry

Turn a lifetime of feeling and memory into words that last.

Start this one →Trivia & Quiz Games14 video lessons

Trivia & Quiz Games

Fun facts, friendly rivalry, and a sharper memory

Start this one →Learning History14 video lessons

Learning History

Explore the endlessly fascinating story of the world, one book, documentary, or museum visit at a time.

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Home & Workshop

Woodworking14 video lessons

Woodworking

Build something solid with your own two hands

Start this one →Baking14 video lessons

Baking

Fill the house with something wonderful

Start this one →Candle Making14 video lessons

Candle Making

Pour warmth, light, and a little magic

Start this one →Cooking & Home Chef14 video lessons

Cooking & Home Chef

Cook real meals with confidence

Start this one →Home Brewing & Winemaking14 video lessons

Home Brewing & Winemaking

Patient, rewarding, and wonderfully social

Start this one →Home Canning & Preserving14 video lessons

Home Canning & Preserving

Put up your own food, safely

Start this one →Leathercraft14 video lessons

Leathercraft

Make handsome leather goods that last for years

Start this one →Cake Decorating14 video lessons

Cake Decorating

Turn an ordinary cake into a gift that makes people smile

Start this one →Coffee & Home Barista14 video lessons

Coffee & Home Barista

Turn your morning cup into a small, satisfying craft you look forward to every single day.

Start this one →Cheese Making14 video lessons

Cheese Making

Turn a pot of milk into fresh, delicious cheese right in your own kitchen.

Start this one →DIY Home Improvement14 video lessons

DIY Home Improvement

Learn to fix, refresh, and improve your own home, save real money, and feel proud every time you walk through the door.

Start this one →Grilling & BBQ14 video lessons

Grilling & BBQ

Fire, smoke, and food worth gathering around

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Music & Movement

Learning Piano14 video lessons

Learning Piano

It is never too late to make music

Start this one →Ukulele14 video lessons

Ukulele

The happiest instrument, and the easiest to learn

Start this one →Yoga for Seniors14 video lessons

Yoga for Seniors

Gentle movement for strength, balance, and calm

Start this one →Tai Chi14 video lessons

Tai Chi

Gentle, flowing movement that steadies body and mind

Start this one →Ballroom & Social Dancing14 video lessons

Ballroom & Social Dancing

Glide across the floor with a partner

Start this one →Guitar14 video lessons

Guitar

Make music with your own two hands

Start this one →Singing14 video lessons

Singing

Your own voice, no equipment needed

Start this one →Golf14 video lessons

Golf

Fresh air, good walks, lifelong fun

Start this one →Harmonica14 video lessons

Harmonica

Slip a whole instrument in your pocket and be making music by the end of the afternoon

Start this one →Hand Drumming14 video lessons

Hand Drumming

Feel the rhythm in your hands and let the drum do the talking.

Start this one →Pilates14 video lessons

Pilates

Gentle, low-impact exercise that builds core strength, better posture, and steady balance.

Start this one →Line Dancing14 video lessons

Line Dancing

Step in time to great music, no partner needed

Start this one →Swimming & Water Aerobics14 video lessons

Swimming & Water Aerobics

Slip into the pool for a gentle, refreshing, full-body workout that is wonderfully kind to sore joints.

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Games & Social

Bridge14 video lessons

Bridge

The world's greatest partnership card game

Start this one →Mahjong14 video lessons

Mahjong

A warm tile game and a standing date

Start this one →Pickleball14 video lessons

Pickleball

America's fastest-growing, easy-to-learn court game

Start this one →Board Games & Strategy14 video lessons

Board Games & Strategy

Gather round the table, have fun, think a little

Start this one →Billiards & Pool14 video lessons

Billiards & Pool

A friendly table game for life

Start this one →Dominoes14 video lessons

Dominoes

The friendly click of tiles, a lifetime of good company.

Start this one →Poker14 video lessons

Poker

A friendly game of skill, memory, and reading people

Start this one →Table Tennis14 video lessons

Table Tennis

A fast, friendly game that keeps your reflexes sharp and your spirits high.

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Collecting & Curiosities

Coin Collecting14 video lessons

Coin Collecting

History you can hold in your hand

Start this one →Stamp Collecting14 video lessons

Stamp Collecting

A quiet window into history, one stamp at a time

Start this one →Antiquing & Thrifting14 video lessons

Antiquing & Thrifting

Hunt for treasure, history, and a deal

Start this one →Model Railroading14 video lessons

Model Railroading

Build a whole little world that runs

Start this one →Vinyl Records & Music Collecting14 video lessons

Vinyl Records & Music Collecting

Rediscover music you can hold in your hands

Start this one →Sports Card Collecting14 video lessons

Sports Card Collecting

Chase the cards you loved as a kid, and maybe strike gold along the way.

Start this one →Comic Book Collecting14 video lessons

Comic Book Collecting

Rediscover the heroes and stories you loved, and turn the thrill of the hunt into a collection all your own.

Start this one →Rock & Mineral Collecting14 video lessons

Rock & Mineral Collecting

Slow down, look closely, and discover the beauty hidden in stone

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Wellness & Mindfulness

Meditation & Mindfulness14 video lessons

Meditation & Mindfulness

Calm your mind in five minutes

Start this one →Journaling14 video lessons

Journaling

Put your thoughts on the page

Start this one →Adult Coloring & Zentangle14 video lessons

Adult Coloring & Zentangle

Screen-free calm, one page at a time

Start this one →Aromatherapy14 video lessons

Aromatherapy

Fill your home with calming, natural scents, gently and safely.

Start this one →Qigong14 video lessons

Qigong

Gentle, flowing movement that calms the mind and eases the body.

Start this one →Tea & Mindful Rituals14 video lessons

Tea & Mindful Rituals

Slow down, warm your hands, and savor a daily cup — the gentle art of tea.

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Tech & Digital

Learning to Code14 video lessons

Learning to Code

It is never too late to teach your mind a brand-new language

Start this one →3D Printing14 video lessons

3D Printing

Design and make almost anything, one layer at a time

Start this one →Podcasting14 video lessons

Podcasting

Share your voice, stories, and know-how, right from your desk

Start this one →Blogging & Writing Online14 video lessons

Blogging & Writing Online

Share your stories and know-how with the world, right from your favorite chair

Start this one →Video Editing & Family Movies14 video lessons

Video Editing & Family Movies

Turn your home videos and photos into movies the whole family will treasure.

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Performing Arts

Community Theater & Acting14 video lessons

Community Theater & Acting

Step into the lights, make wonderful friends, and tell stories on your local stage.

Start this one →Storytelling14 video lessons

Storytelling

A lifetime of stories, waiting to be told

Start this one →Stand-Up Comedy14 video lessons

Stand-Up Comedy

Turn a lifetime of stories into laughs, one open mic at a time.

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