Lifelong Learning

To register for most Lifelong Learning classes at the Center, simply visit the Reception Desk just before the class begins. Unless otherwise specified in the class description, you can register and pay for your chosen classes right there. Our staff will be happy to assist you with the process and answer any questions you might have. We look forward to helping you continue your journey of lifelong learning!

• Abstract Painting
  Taught by local artist, McKy Karounis. McKy will lead you through creating an abstract painting you’ll love while listening to music that inspires you! All… Read more: Abstract Painting
• Acrylic Painting
  Taught by local artist, Theresa Williams. Theresa will lead you step-by-step though the process of painting your personalized version of our NW tulip field. All… Read more: Acrylic Painting
• Anxiety Toolkit
  There are many reasons why anxiety can increase as we age, and it is easy to become overwhelmed by worry, discomfort, and sleepless nights. There… Read more: Anxiety Toolkit
• Bar Stories Legacy Program
  Pull up a chair and share your story—it’s waiting to be told! The Legacy Project is a relaxed, meaningful storytelling event that brings people together… Read more: Bar Stories Legacy Program
• Basic Knitting Club
  Whether you want to learn a new craft or gain tips on a knitting project you are working on, this group of friendly crafters will… Read more: Basic Knitting Club
• Beginning ESL Reading Class
  This class will practice the English sound system for pronunciation, words and reading with grammar and vocabulary. It will also focus on simple sentence structure.… Read more: Beginning ESL Reading Class
• Bring Your Own Book Club
  Have you always wanted to join a book club but couldn’t commit? Then this casual book discussion group is for you! Talk about whatever you… Read more: Bring Your Own Book Club
• Budgeting and Retirement Basics
  As advancements in medicine and technology have increased the average life expectancy in the US, our retirement nest egg needs to reflect these changes. Add… Read more: Budgeting and Retirement Basics
• CISC Chinese Musical Group
  CISC Chinese Musical Instrument Group is an ensemble comprising both instrumentalists and vocalists, dedicated to performing a repertoire of traditional and contemporary music. The group… Read more: CISC Chinese Musical Group
• Coloring for Adults
  Join facilitator Teresa Houghtaling for relaxation, fun, and friendship. There are many great benefits to coloring, including improved brain function, relaxation, mindfulness, improved motor skills,… Read more: Coloring for Adults
• Conversational ESL
  If English is not your native language and you would like to improve your conversation and pronunciation skills, this is the class for you. Participants… Read more: Conversational ESL
• Conversational Spanish
  Whether you are well-versed in the language or just beginning, you are welcome to attend. Participants of all abilities welcome to this class taught by Eric… Read more: Conversational Spanish
• Death Café
  Death Cafés are gatherings where people can discuss death, dying, and mortality in a relaxed, supportive, and safe environment. They are not grief support groups… Read more: Death Café
• Driftwood Sculpture
  Unveil the hidden beauty in driftwood with expert Susan Watts. Explore the art of driftwood transformation by shaping, smoothing and enhancing weathered wood into stunning… Read more: Driftwood Sculpture
• Duplicate Bridge
  This is a friendly, non-sanctioned game in which identical deals are played in order to compare individual scores. Come join the fun! You need to… Read more: Duplicate Bridge
• Finding, Evaluating, and Using Health Information
  Do you rely on Dr. Google for health information? How do you know whether the information is trustworthy? In this class, participants will join Susan… Read more: Finding, Evaluating, and Using Health Information
• Free Tech Support
  We are excited to have a new partnership with a local company called Techs Repair to offer FREE one-on-one tech support here at the Center.… Read more: Free Tech Support
• Gather and Create: Handmade Cards
  Discover the joy of card-making in this beginner-friendly rubber stamping class—no experience needed! Instructor Pamela Keller Tomchick will guide you step-by-step as you create your… Read more: Gather and Create: Handmade Cards
• Memoir Writing Group
  We’ve all got a lifetime of stories. Join facilitator Arlene Springer every 1st and 3rd Thursday to work on and share your short memoirs. Practice… Read more: Memoir Writing Group
• Mind(full) Aging
  Join mental health provider Christine Vervitsiotis in exploring Meaning and Purpose Through Expressive Arts – In this 8 week series, we will explore what the… Read more: Mind(full) Aging
• Open Art
  Join facilitator Brian Schuessler for an opportunity to create and socialize. Bring your creative projects to work on while enjoying the company of others working… Read more: Open Art
• Origami
  Welcome Spring with some joyful origami! What could be a more symbolic of our seasonal change than butterflies? Turn a colorful square of paper into… Read more: Origami
• Pinochle
  This fun game is a trick-taking, Ace-Ten card game for four players (per table) played with a 48-card deck. New players always welcome. Facilitated by Karen Napora and Donna… Read more: Pinochle
• Printmaking
  Join instructor Nataliya Zigelboym to learn about the history of printmaking, tools, and techniques. We will make the  artworks inspired by the Pacific North West… Read more: Printmaking
• Puget Sound Strummers Ukulele Jam!
  Puget Sound Strummers was started 25 years ago by Larry Squire. We still follow his format. We take turns picking the song from our Uke… Read more: Puget Sound Strummers Ukulele Jam!
• Queer Senior Social
  Attention queer seniors of all shades! This group is by queer people and for queer people, so bring a friend and have fun! Get together… Read more: Queer Senior Social
• Quilting & Sewing
  All levels of quilters welcome; work on your own project. Be prepared to laugh and make some new friends. Free, thanks to a generous anonymous… Read more: Quilting & Sewing
• Sea Mar
  Do you know any Spanish-speaking seniors? Sea Mar (a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse… Read more: Sea Mar