YMCA Lighthouse Project

Enrollment is still open for our virtual fall programs. Drawing, songwriting, music production and photography. Free to teens in the Pittsburgh region. To learn more and register go to: https://padlet.com/ylight/wh5eulbp6jn6wb0r

Learn how to make bangin' remixes with free music production software. This 10-week virtual course will also explore the connections between remix culture and social justice. The course begins October 27th and includes virtual group instruction and one-on-one production sessions. Professional DJ's and teaching artists David Shoemaker (DJ Shoe) and Jordan Taylor (Tracksploitation) will lead students as they work towards producing original remixes of local artists’ songs. Alon...g the way, students will explore various approaches to remixing and their impact on Black dance music and racial inequality in the music industry. All participants will receive Ableton Lite and a USB drive with acapellas, loops, and instrumentals. For students without a laptop, Lighthouse will lend this necessary learning tool for the course’s duration. Open to youth ages 14-20 living in the Pittsburgh region. No prior beatmaking or djing experience is required, just apassion for music and/or social justice. Apply here: https://forms.gle/vir92hYVjxC35mA4A For more info: [email protected] Application deadline is October 22nd.

Do you like to draw or write stories? Are you into comics or Anime? Bring your skills and interests to the Homewood Heroes Project. Saturdays, 2-3:30pm, starting 10/24. Open to youth ages 13-17. Learn about Homewood's rich cultural history, re-imagine its present and future. Click here to register: https://forms.gle/n1TVPYAbhwEKKPEV6

Calling teen musicians, singers, rappers... join a community of songwriters and learn new techniques to grow your craft. Collaborate virtually with peers and record in our studio. Sessions are lead by expert producers DJ Thermos and Jay Card. Sessions start October 15th. Every Thursday, 4-6pm. Register using the QR Code or complete the Google form at: https://forms.gle/LPqaRdWdFsy26xCc9... Admission is on a rolling basis through October and November. For more information email: [email protected]

We're announcing our Fall lineup of virtual programs for youth ages 13-20. Stay creative and connected. Level up your skills. Songwriting Sessions: Collaborative, open forum songwriting and recording (ages 13-19) Homewood Heroes: Superhero character creation, visual art and creative writing (ages 13-17)... Photo Time Capsule: Smartphone photography and photo essay project (ages 13-17) Pre-registration now open at: https://padlet.com/ylight/wh5eulbp6jn6wb0r

The Time in a Tunnel Photo Essay + Workshop Series invites young artists ages 16-22 to reflect, discuss and create works that bring perspective to this moment marked by uncertainty and unrest. What new light has been cast on the past? How are you surviving and thriving? What is your vision for life on the other side? Apply using the link or QR code and share your voice through words and images. Check out the flyer for more details.