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!

• 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
• Bonjour! French Fun with the Kids of North Seattle French School
  Say bonjour to North Seattle French School’s summer campers! Together you’ll learn some new French words and phrases, and work together on a fun craft… Read more: Bonjour! French Fun with the Kids of North Seattle French School
• 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
• 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
• Curation 101: Archiving and Preservation Workshop
  Tuesday, June 30, 2:00 pm—3:30 pm Learn how to take care of your own treasures with the Shoreline Historical Museum! Bring a treasured photo, letter,… Read more: Curation 101: Archiving and Preservation Workshop
• Death Café
  Mondays, 7/13 & 8/10, 1:00 pm—3:00 pm Death Cafés are gatherings where people can discuss death, dying, and mortality in a relaxed, supportive, and safe… 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
• English Learners Conversation Group
  This is a social group for people learning English to practice the language together.Este es un grupo social para personas que están aprendiendo inglés y… Read more: English Learners Conversation Group
• 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
• Living Alone with (Minimal) Fear
  Aging-related losses can make us question our ability to continue to live safely and comfortably in our own home. Join us for a conversation about… Read more: Living Alone with (Minimal) Fear
• 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-Body-Medicine Skills Group
  Join in for a weekly small-group experience focused on reducing stress, supporting emotional well-being, and building inner resilience. Learn practical tools like meditation, movement, and… Read more: Mind-Body-Medicine Skills 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
• Mind(full) Aging: Share Space/Grief
  Loss is an inevitable part of living and loving. It is painful, ever-changing, and too often experienced in isolation. Share Space / Grief is a… Read more: Mind(full) Aging: Share Space/Grief
• Never Grow Up: Science Fun with Marlin
  Join Marlin Martin, retired physics and chemistry teacher, for an hour of timeless hands-on science experiments like a garden pinwheel made from recycled materials. Bring… Read more: Never Grow Up: Science Fun with Marlin
• 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: Summer Fun Folding
  Not necessarily a class of traditional origami forms, but some fun things you may of learned during summer camp days, perhaps…long ago. Hopefully, after learning… Read more: Origami: Summer Fun Folding
• 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 Donna Turner. Thursdays 12:30… Read more: Pinochle
• 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. Members: $4/Non Members: $8 (tax included)… 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
• Senior Citizens Day Celebration with Tammy & Candace
  Celebrate Senior Citizens Day with our amazing long-time volunteer duo, Tammy & Candace! Come for coffee, tea, and snacks, and share wisdom, memories, and the… Read more: Senior Citizens Day Celebration with Tammy & Candace
• Senior Property Tax Exemption Info Session
  Are you a homeowner over the age of 61 or disabled with a maximum household income less than $84,000? If so, you qualify for the… Read more: Senior Property Tax Exemption Info Session
• Shoreline Heat Pump Program Presentation
  Join Energize Shoreline for a free Energize Shoreline workshop to learn how heat pumps can both cool your home in the summer and keep it… Read more: Shoreline Heat Pump Program Presentation
• Stages of Change
  Why don’t they just do it? Is there anything more frustrating than watching someone resist a necessary change? Whether it’s quitting a bad habit, starting… Read more: Stages of Change
• Summer Social Fridays
  Meet people, play cards, have a cup of coffee, and just hang out with friends new and old. Every Friday in the summer (that we’re… Read more: Summer Social Fridays