MATTAPOISETT — Playing the drums increases dopamine and serotonin levels and can help reduce stress, according to a Mattapoisett Council on Aging release.

A drumming class is held once a month at the Mattapoisett Council on Aging.

The instructor is Sam Holmstock, who earned a B.A. music degree from Berklee College of Music.

Holmstock has performed worldwide as a member of a band called Entrain.

Upcoming sessions of the class are scheduled for Wednesdays Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 20 and Dec. 18. 

Classes begin at 1 p.m.

Register for future classes by calling 508-758-4110 or email coadirector@mattapoisett.net.