Community college or vocational school (e.g. BOCES) is one potential source. Another source would be to seek out a non-profit community theater group and sign yourself up as an apprentice carpenter. (Look for a group that builds their own sets of course. And groups that don't pay their members are going to be much more likely to take you in.) They usually have a couple of members who are pros, or just plain accomplished amateurs, who'll show you the ropes (literally!), and especially how to cover up your mistakes. :-> Just be prepared to do other things in addition to building sets (e.g. like carrying costumes and props, selling tickets, ushering). You'll learn basic skills and maybe make some new friends. After that you can grow your woodworking hobby in whatever direction you like.
If your dad, granddad or uncle didn't take you under his wing when you were a kid then your chance at a one-on-one craftsmanship tutorial is long gone, I'm afraid.
J.
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