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Tracy's Tunes began back in 1994 with a single studio in a basement in Colchester, CT. With just one student, it wasn't long before Tracy found herself sending parents all over the state to pick up supplies for their children's lessons. In order to make it easier for them, she decided to open a store front in town and carry all of the supplies and accessories her students needed. With the store front came the need for more teachers and employees, so Tracy began to hire additional staff to teach a wider variety of instruments. Now, Tracy's Tunes has three teachers, four studios, and over 100 students. The range of instruments taught includes Piano, Guitar, Percussion, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet and Trombone. The success of Tracy's Tunes is a testament to the dedication and hard work she has put in since opening the business in 1994. She has created an amazing learning environment for her students, and continues to strive to provide the best possible resources for them.

Grand Master David Turgeon and his wife Judy have been a part of the Colchester, Connecticut community for the past 35 years, owning and running the Connecticut Chung Do Kwan Academy together. Over the years they have enjoyed watching their two sons become black belts and their daughter excel in dance! As an 8th Dan Grand Master Instructor, Grand Master Turgeon has been studying Taekwondo for over 45 years and has had the pleasure of teaching and passing knowledge on to over 2,000 students! Daniel Turgeon, their eldest son, started Taekwondo when he was just 4 years old and went on to become the youngest student at the school to test for his black belt at 8 years old. He now assists with Monday and Wednesday classes at the academy, passing on the same knowledge that his father has been teaching for decades.

, Karate for Kids is the premier source for Character-Based Karate for Kids in the area. With classes in Kickboxing, Krav Maga and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults, this martial arts studio is a great choice for your family’s martial arts needs. Karate for Kids is the perfect place for parents and kids to learn the life-changing benefits of martial arts. With the focus on Character-Based Karate, children will learn self-discipline, respect, and confidence, all while having fun and making friends. For adults, Kickboxing, Krav Maga, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes help students become fit, build confidence, and learn self-defense techniques. Whatever your martial arts needs, Karate for Kids has something for everyone. Located in Colchester, Connecticut, the studio also serves students in Lebanon, Salem, Marlborough, Willimantic, Hebron, Moodus, East Hampton, Amston, Franklin, and Windham. Get in touch with the studio to learn more about their programs and how to get started.

Paragraph 1: Creating a healthy community starts with people! Individuals can make a huge difference by becoming more active and making healthier choices. Community members can come together to support each other in their health goals, from setting up walking clubs to organizing potluck dinners featuring nutritious recipes. Paragraph 2: Having access to parks and green spaces is an important part of any community. Parks provide a place for people to get out into nature and enjoy physical activities like walking, running, and biking. Communities can also come together to organize events in parks, from music festivals to movie nights. Paragraph 3: In addition to people and parks, programs are an essential part of creating a healthy community. Community centers can offer classes, workshops, and events that focus on health and wellness, such as yoga classes, nutrition classes, and cooking demonstrations. This can help provide support and resources to those who need it most. With the right people, parks, and programs, any community can become healthier and stronger.

Purring Pottery is the creative child of potter and cat lover, Hanna Emory. The journey began with one small apartment kitchen/studio and a mischievous kitty named Mischief. Hanna's living space quickly became home to clay paw prints and vessels that were hand-paw and fur stamped. Now located in Colchester, CT, Hanna's studio is filled with the same healing energies and good vibes that it was when it all began. All of Purring Pottery is wheel thrown and hand-built by Hanna and her team. As a commitment to creating beautiful and safe pieces, all glazes are non-toxic, lead-free, microwave and dishwasher safe. With each piece, Hanna brings the same enthusiasm and love for her craft and her cats that she did all those years ago.