Classes, etc. for the 50+ set

Increase your computer savvy with “Technology for Today and Tomorrow” courses through the Shepard Center of Charlotte. Learn the basics, tips and tricks for iPhone and iPad and ramp up your skills in digital photography and social marketing. Most classes held at Southminster Retirement Community, 8919 Park Road.

To register: shepherdscharlotte.org; 704-365-1995

“Orchid Care” Aug. 15 at 9 a.m. at all Pike Nursery locations. Learn how easy and maintenance free these beautiful and exotic houseplant really are. Garden experts will teach proper watering, feeding and repotting techniques for all things orchid. Free.

No registration required.

Join Chef Alyssa in her South End kitchen for a night of food and painting 6-9 p.m. Aug. 18. The night begins with a cooking demo featuring local ingredients and seasonal vegetables. Following the demo, Wine and Design will lead a painting session with a produce theme.

Cost: $55 per person. Registration required: www.chefalyssaskitchen.com.

Join the latest sports craze played indoors with a paddle, tennis net and wiffle ball. Games offered Monday through Friday, 9-11:30 a.m. at the Howard R. Levine Gymnasium at the Jewish Community Center, 5007 Providence Road.

Fees apply depending on membership level. Details: 704-366-5007.

This story was originally published August 3, 2015 at 2:56 PM with the headline "Classes, etc. for the 50+ set."