The Service Tree lists all services in "branched" groups, starting with the very general and moving to the very specific. Click on the name of any group name to see the sub-groups available within it. Click on a service code to see its details and the providers who offer that service.
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction
Programs that provide classes or individual lessons for people who want to learn or perfect their ability to portray a variety of characters on stage or in film or television productions or commercials.
Programs that provide classes, individual lessons or other opportunities for people who want to learn or perfect their skills and techniques in any of a variety of visual art forms or crafts.
Programs that offer classes or lectures which teach the history and fundamentals of any of the arts including architecture, art, music, opera, dance, theater and film.
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Programs that provide instruction for individuals of all ages who want to learn about or perfect their skills in using computers, computer-related hardware and specific home and business applications including word processing, spreadsheet development, presentation development, database management, electronic publishing and image processing. Included are both introductory classes for people unfamiliar with computers and the Internet and more advanced courses, as well as programs that provide instruction in the use of related technology such as smartphones and social media. Instruction may focus on publishing tools such as blogs, video logs (vlogs), photo sharing, podcasting or wikis.
Programs that provide instruction, demonstrations and special programs in the culinary arts for individuals of all ages who want to become proficient in the selection and preparation of any of a number dishes that are representative of different cuisines. Included are programs aimed at teaching low income people how to cook nutritious meals from fresh ingredients at a cost much cheaper than pre-packaged meals.
Programs that provide classes or individual lessons for people who want to learn or perfect their skills, grace, rhythm, coordination and individual expression when executing or participating in any of a number of different dance forms.
Programs that provide classes, individualized instruction or other opportunities for hobbyists or other amateurs who want to learn or perfect their skills in a trade or craft such as cabinetry, carpentry, masonry, auto mechanics, painting, plastering, or furniture refinishing, which enables them to do their own construction or repairs without assistance from paid professionals.
Programs that provide behind the wheel instruction for individuals who want to learn to drive a motor vehicle including automobiles, commercial vehicles, off-road vehicles, tractors and other farm equipment.
Programs that provide classes for people who want to learn or perfect their ability to produce, direct, shoot and edit films or videotape productions for television or theatrical release. Also included are classes for people who want to develop productions that utilize holographic images.
Programs that provide instruction for people who want to learn to use a rifle, shotgun, automatic, revolver or other legally-owned firearm.
Programs that provide classes, individual instruction or other opportunities for people who want to learn or perfect their skills in developing aesthetic floral displays.
Gardening/Landscaping Instruction
Programs that provide classes, individual instruction or other opportunities for people who want to learn or perfect their skills in landscape design; decorative plant selection and maintenance; construction or installation of walls, decking, lighting, fencing and planters; and other aspects of indoor and outdoor gardening.
Programs that provide classes which teach individuals who have an interest in researching their family history how to use birth and death records, cemetery and funeral home records, census records, Internet resources and software products that produce family tree displays.
Home Food Preservation Instruction
Programs that offer classes which teach people methods for safely preparing and preserving food at home so that it can be stored for future use. Participants may learn the science behind food spoilage and the causes of food-borne illness as well as specific techniques and recipes for canning fruits and vegetables, pickling fruits and vegetables, preserving jams, jellies and conserves, curing and preserving olives, smoking and curing fish and meats, and dehydrating and freezing food. Home food preservation is a good way for families, especially those who grow their own food, to limit their intake of salt and other additives commonly found in commercially preserved foods and stretch their food budget.
Programs that provide classes or individual instruction for people who want to learn or perfect their skills in another language. Included are programs that offer instruction in languages other than English (often referred to as foreign languages), indigenous languages (languages of the peoples native to North America), heritage languages (languages to which an individual has a cultural connection) which may also be indigenous or foreign languages depending on the community context, and languages that are at risk for extinction and need to be preserved to pass them along to future generations.
Programs that provide classes or individual lessons for people who want to learn to improve their poise, physical appearance and social graces. Instruction usually focuses on makeup techniques, figure and posture improvement, wardrobe selection, hair styling, diction and etiquette, and may include fashion show experience, portfolio development and/or job placement assistance.
Programs that provide classes, individual lessons or other opportunities for people who want to learn or perfect their skills in music composition and/or performance.
Programs that provide classes, individual lessons or other opportunities for people who want to learn or improve their ability to design, make and finish garments and craft items utilizing a wide variety of construction techniques.
Programs that teach people the art of public speaking, oratory, debating or other forms of public address and provide opportunities for them to practice their skills.
Programs that offer classes that teach people the mechanics of using a typewriter or computer keyboard.
Programs that provide classes, individualized instruction or other opportunities for people who want to develop or perfect their writing skills. Included are classes that address basic craft and technique as well as those that focus on writing in plain language or writing fiction, poetry, plays, screenplays, journals, business correspondence, reports and other specializations.