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To see all of our regular
class series, scroll down or jump to a particular type of class by
clicking on one of the links below:
To see a calendar of the
classes, click here.
North Seattle Community
College also offers classes taught at GSC. Click
here
for their current offerings at our location.
To see a list of the ongoing
groups, click
here.
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Special Senior
Offerings
AARP Driving Safety
Corine Olson, AARP
Ages 55 & up
Thu & Fri, Jan 26 & 27 Feb 16 & 17 or Mar 29 & 30, 9:30am-2:30pm. $12 AARP
member, $14 Public. Come and join this refresher course in defensive driving.
Different issues will be covered each time. If you are an AARP member, bring
your card or membership number with you on the first day. To register call
206.297.0875.
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Creative Arts
Poetry
*The Poetry Group can not accept any new members at this time. Check back
to see when space opens up.* Sharon Cumberland facilitates a poetry workshop.
Bring your poetry for sharing and critiquing. New members always welcomed to
join in this creative environment and friendly group of poets as space permits.
Free, contributions appreciated.
Valentine Card Making
Thu, Feb 2, 1-3pm. $5 PNA member, $7 Public. Make beautiful Valentine
greeting cards this winter with friendly people! Materials and samples are
included in this crafty workshop. Veteran card makers will help show you the
ropes if you need assistance with stamping, embossing, cutouts and a variety of
other unique card making techniques. No prior experience needed. Registration
required. To register call 206.297.0875.
Jewelry Making Workshop
1st & 3rd Tue, Jan 17, Feb 7 & 21 and/or Mar 6 & 20, 1-3pm. $5 class fee &
$10 supply fee. Get creative in this fun workshop where you will learn to create
your own beautiful jewelry. Bead a necklace, make eyeglass chains, bracelets or
whatever you’d like to create. Use gems, glass beads, shells and metal
materials. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. To register call
206.297.0875.
Watercolor & Drawing
Susan Schneider
Wed, Ongoing*, Jan 11-Mar 28, 10am-noon. $10 PNA member, $12 Public. In this
welcoming two-hour drop-in class, students of all skill levels can participate.
Watercolor students learn about materials, composition, light and shade. Colored
pencil or acrylic students paint still life. Bring art supplies. Newsprint and
charcoal provided. Contact Susan, a professional artist and teacher in Seattle,
at susanbatik@yahoo.com. *Minimum 3 participants, registration required. No
class: Feb 29. To register call 206.297.0875.
Poeming The Silence: A
Women’s Writing Workshop
Esther Altshul Helfgott, PhD
Thu, Mar 1, 10am-noon. $10 PNA member, $12 Public.
Discover how one small poem can help you uncover real or fictional stories you
have not even known you were looking for. Learn how to transform your finds into
memoir, poetry, history, play or song. Consider this two-hour session an
archeological dig. Beginning and experienced writers welcome. Esther Altshul
Helfgott is a writer and writing group facilitator. No computers please. To
register call 206.297.0875.
Original Theater Class
Roberta Maguire
Tue, Mar 6-27, 2:30-4:30pm. $40 PNA member, $48 Public.
In this four-week class, we’ll create original theater through games, Improv,
narrated stories and supportive ensemble work. We’ll begin getting to know each
other with warm-ups and exercises to jump-start our memory and creative mind.
Next, we’ll produce theater scenes together, ranging from serious to comic, in a
safe and fun atmosphere. Beginners welcome. *Minimum of four participants.
To register call 206.297.0875.
Watercolor Painting
Glen Oberg
Wed 1-4 pm, Ongoing. Cost: $15 PNA member, $18 Public.
Join a great group and learn to paint. Some experience is necessary. Bring your
own supplies. Fee due for each class. For information call 206-297-0875.
Beginning & Intermediate Guitar
Offered through North Seattle Community College. For information, click
here.
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GSC offers computer classes in cooperation with the Phinney Neighborhood
Association in our Community Technology Center.
One-On-One Computer
Mentoring for Seniors
Ongoing, various weekly hours. Suggested Donation: $3.
Calling all seniors! Are you having problems on your personal computer and not
sure how to find the answers? Sign up for an hour-long session and receive
personalized help. Volunteer computer mentors will work with you to improve your
skills. Bring your own laptop, or use one of our Windows XP lab computers. By
appointment only. To register call 206.297.0875.
Drop-In Computer Use: FREE!
PNA and GSC Members can always use our computers when a class is not is session.
We have Microsoft Office, Photoshop elements, Internet access, a scanner and
printer! Just ask at the front desk for more information.
Apple Laptop Mentoring
Quin Jackins
Call for dates & times. $5 PNA member, $7.50 Public
Got a Mac laptop and want some help figuring out how to use it? Get help with
your specific questions or learn about some of the features and applications on
your Mac. Schedule an hour-long appointment for one-on-one help. Participants
must bring a Mac laptop and appropriate power cord. To register call
206.297.0875.
Cell Phone Mentoring
Ariel Burnett
Call for dates & times. $5 suggested donation.
Do you have a cell phone and want some help figuring out how to use it? Get help
with your specific questions or learn about some of the basics such as how to
add a contact to your address book and how to record your greeting message.
Schedule a half-hour long appointment for one-on-one help. Participants must
bring your own cell phone and preferably your user manual. To register call
206.297.0875.
Seniors Training Seniors Computer Basics
Shirley Lyshol
Tue & Thu, Feb 7 & 9 or Mar 6 & 8, 10am-3pm. $10 PNA member, $15
Public.
This class is for true beginners. Students will learn how to use the computer,
mouse, internet and e-mail. Enjoy learning in a relaxed and non-intimidating
environment. Participants must attend both days in the session. Class is for
seniors with little to no computer experience. *Minimum of 3 students per class.
To register call Patti at 206.684.0639, Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens.
Seniors Training Seniors Computer Basics Plus!
Shirley Lyshol
Tue, Feb 14 or Mar 13 10am-3pm. $10 PNA member, $15 Public.
This class is for advanced beginners and intermediates who want to s t r e t c h
and gain new skills. You must know your existing e-mail address and password and
have good mouse skills to attend class. Class is offered each month. *Minimum of
three students per class. To register call Patti at 206.684.0639, Mayor’s Office
for Senior Citizens.
Seniors Training Seniors: Intro To Microsoft Word
Paul Garavaglia
Tue & Thu, Jan 17 & 19, Feb 21 & 23 or Mar 27 & 29, 10am-3pm. $10 PNA member,
$15 Public. It’s time to be creative with the power of word processing now that
you know how to use a computer, email and internet. Microsoft Office Word makes
writing personal memoirs, stories, letters and documents easy. In this practical
approach, you’ll discover surprises in what you can insert and create in your
letter and story writing! Basic typing skills required. To register call Patti
at 206.684.0639, Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens.
How To
Search The Internet
Erika Anderson
Tue, Jan 17, 6-8pm. $10 PNA member, $15 Public.
Yahoo!, Google, Bing…where should you begin? This class starts with the very
basics—the best ways to search the internet. You’ll learn how to optimize your
searches to get the information that you want quickly and accurately. To
register call 206.297.0875.
Seniors Training Seniors Photo Editing Using
Adobe Elements
Lynn Mickelson
Mon-Fri, Jan 23-27 or Mar 19-23, 10am-3pm. $20 PNA member, $30 Public.
A five-day class for repairing, sharpening or improving photos! Learn the basics
of cropping and adjusting color, then focus on separating and combining images
to create personal projects. Good memory retention skills and ability to use
mouse and Windows programs are necessary to enroll. Adobe Elements Six or Seven
must be installed on your home computer. *Minimum of three students. To register
call Patti at 206.684.0639, Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens.
Facebook 101
Julie Nathon
Wed, Feb 1 & 8, 6:30-8pm. $15 PNA member, $20 Public.
Want to join Facebook, but concerned about privacy? Already have an account but
feel frustrated by its many features? Learn about the Wall, manage your Friends
list and adjust privacy settings so you can have fun and feel comfortable using
this tool to connect with friends and family. Please register for a Facebook
account before coming to class. To register call 206.297.0875.
Online Shopping: How To Keep Yourself Safe
Erika Anderson
Tue, Feb 7, 6-8pm. $10 PNA member, $15 Public.
Are you interested in online shopping, but don’t know where to begin? Demystify
Ebay, Paypal, Craigslist and more. This new class starts with the best and
safest ways to shop online. Get your questions answered in this fun, informative
class. To register call 206.297.0875.
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Language
¡Aventuras! Spanish Class For Learners Of All
Levels
Wed, Ongoing, 10am-noon. By Donation Only.
Spanish language learners of all ability levels are welcome. Our facilitator
creates an environment in which learners of all language ability levels can feel
successful. Participants are invited to join this special group where learning
happens through both actively engaging and simply being immersed in the
language. Donations gladly accepted. To register call 206.297.0875.
Talk Time
Mon, Ongoing, 10:30am-noon. FREE.
Join this conversation group for English language learners. The group aims to
provide a safe and relaxed environment where participants can practice English
and connect with community. All are welcome. This is a drop-in group, so come
when you can. To register call 206.297.0875.
Special Talk Time: Greenwood Library
Tue, Feb 21, 10:30am-noon, FREE. Greenwood Library, 8016 Greenwood Ave N.
Join us for this special Talk Time held at the Greenwood Library instead of the
GSC. Practice English and connect with community in a safe, relaxed environment.
All are welcome. This is a drop-in group usually held at GSC. After the group,
feel free to browse the library and learn more about this wonderful community
resource. To register call 206.297.0875.
Practique inglés: Talk Time
Los lunes, 10:30am al mediodía. GRATIS.
Para inscribirse, al 206.297.0875 (se habla inglés).
Este grupo se reúne para usar el inglés y conectar con comunidad en un ambiente
positivo y relajado. Todos son bienvenidos. Este grupo se reúne todos los lunes.
Venga cuando pueda.
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Line Dance - All Levels
MaryLee Lykes
Tue, Ongoing, 1-2pm. Thu, Ongoing, 11am-noon. $6 PNA member, $8 Public.
In this easy, fun class, you’ll learn many line dances to music like swing, rock
and roll, waltz, zydeco and western. It’s great for everyone who loves to move
to music. Exercise never felt like such fun! Benefits include increased
flexibility, better balance, stronger muscles and improved body awareness.
Different dances explored each month. For information call 206.297.0875.
Line Dance Class - Beginners
MaryLee Lykes
Tue, Ongoing, 12:30-1pm. $3 PNA member, $4 Public
In this easy, fun class, you’ll learn some beginning line dancing moves. It’s
great for everyone who loves to move to music. Exercise never felt like such
fun! Benefits include increased flexibility, brain enhancement, better balance,
stronger muscles and improved body awareness. This class is to learn the basics.
Stick around after class for the all levels dance class.
Exercise
Gerry Joyce
Mon, Wed, Fri, Ongoing, 10-11am. Suggested donation $1.
Health benefits for all. Socialize while you get in shape and you’ll have the
strength and flexibility to enjoy your independence. All skill levels welcome.
For information call 206.297.0875.
Feldenkrais®: Awareness Through Movement
LeeAnn Starovasnik, GCFP
Thu, Ongoing, 1-2pm. Pre-paid rate: $20/4 wks or $25/5 wks, Drop-in rate:
$7/class.
Discover this fun and easy movement method that improves your sense of balance
and overall well-being. Customized classes will engage your brain and body to
help you move easier and recover faster. No experience necessary! LeeAnn is a
Guild Certified Feldenkrais PractitionerCM with over 12 years experience
teaching curious learners of all ages. Wear warm, comfortable clothing for chair
poses. To register call 206.297.0875.
Yoga
D’vorah Kost
Thu, Ongoing, 2:30-3:45pm. $5 PNA member, $6 Public.
Improve your posture, flexibility and balance! This eclectic Viniyoga class
incorporates modern dance, Pilates, Feldenkrais and free form movement. Students
say that this class has improved their flexibility, relaxation, balance and
respiration. Instructor has 35 years of movement education and structures the
session from chair to standing, kneeling and lying down. Wear loose clothing,
bring a blanket and water bottle. For
information call 206.297.0875.
Healthy Steps: Moving You To Better Health With
Lebed Method
Barbara Miller & Holly Simonton
Mon & Wed, Ongoing, 3:15-4:15pm. $30/6 class card or $5/drop-in
An international therapeutic exercise and movement program using wonderful
music. Designed to work the heart (circulatory system) and clear and pump the
lymphatic system. Healthy Steps was created by two physicians and a dance
movement specialist to provide effective benefits for persons with conditions
that limit upper and lower body movement, range of motion and balance. For
information call 206.297.0875.
Essential Tai Chi & Qigong For Active Adults
Karin Collins
Tue & Thu, Ongoing, 9-10am. $100/10 week session.
Join us! A regular practice improves strength, balance, flexibility and
confidence. You will learn body alignment and structure principles to feel more
stable, breathing techniques to increase your lung capacity and tricks to feel
more graceful in movement. This is a fun, engaging classes with a great sense of
community. Karin has taught this class for over 8 years. To register call
206.898.5048.
Meditation
In Everyday Life
Chris Prenovitz, MSW,
www.heartofrelaxation.com
Fri, Jan 13-Feb 17, 10:30-11:30am. Standing Stone Healing & Arts, 943 N 89th St.
By donation.
Mindfulness is being present to what is happening with wise, non-judgmental
attention. Learn practical and useful ways to relax the mind and body and
integrate mindful practices into your life. Chris is a dharma leader with
Seattle Insight Meditation and a stress management consultant. To register call
206.297.0875.
Chair Ballet
Workshop
Lauri Amidon
Wed, Jan 25, 2-3pm. FREE.
Have you always wanted to be a ballerina, but you’re not sure where to begin?
Did you do ballet as a child and do you miss it? In this complementary workshop
we’ll tap into this graceful and feminine workout doing accessible ballet.
Instructor is trained professionally in New York and London. *Workshop will be
followed by a 6-week class. For information call 206.297.0875.
Chair Ballet Class
Lauri Amidon
Wed, Feb 15-Mar 21, 2-3pm. $60/series ($10/class).
This accessible class is a graceful and feminine workout for those who are
dancers and ballerinas at heart. Listen to classical ballet music while learning
ballet vocabulary and technique. By the end of the series, you will feel like a
true ballerina! Instructor trained professionally in New York and London. No
drop-ins for this six-class series. *8 participant minimum. For information call
206.297.0875.
True Happiness Workshop
Jean Katayama
Tue, Jan 31, 2:30-4:30pm, Free.
“Winter Blues” got you down? Join us for this free introductory workshop where
you’ll have the opportunity to dip into an inquiry process and try out some of
the types of experiential exercises we will use in the upcoming True Happiness
Course. Based on the book Be Happy by Robert Holden, Ph.D. Join us for this fun,
uplifting workshop. To register call 206.297.0875.
True Happiness I
Jean Katayama
Tue, Feb 14-Mar 13, 2:30-4:30pm. $10/class PNA member, $12/class Public.
This experiential 5-week course is based on Robert Holden’s book Be Happy.
Holden teaches that happiness is our true nature, not a reward that can be
pursued, achieved, purchased or possessed. What makes you happy, and why? Learn
how to stop blocking your happiness and express more natural joy. *Minimum of
six participants, must sign up for full course. To register call 206.297.0875.
True Happiness II
Jean Katayama
Tue, Mar 20-Apr 17, 2:30-4:30pm. $10/class PNA member, $12/class Public.
A 5-week continuation of our in-depth experiential exploration into the nature
of happiness based on Robert Holden’s book Be Happy. Take happiness to the next
level through kindness, gratitude, giving and receiving, and experience more
happiness in your family and relationships. *Prerequisite: True Happiness I.
Minimum of six participants, must sign up for full course. To register call
206.297.0875.
Meditation: The Ultimate Brain Workout
Wed, Feb 8, 1:30-3pm, FREE.
Are you curious about meditation and what it can do for you? Join our expert
panel to explore the physical, cognitive and emotional benefits of meditation.
Special guest presenters include Jane Tornatore, PhD, Gen Khedrub, Kadampa
Meditation Center and Christine Prenovitz, MSW. This is a special one-time
workshop facilitated by Carin Mack that you won’t want to miss. To register call
206.297.0875.
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Weight Management: Finding A Healthy Weight For
Your Body
Brianna Moulton, Holistic Health Coach,
www.briannamoulton.com
Wed, Jan 25, 2:30-4:30pm. $10 PNA member, $12 Public.
If you struggle with losing weight or putting it on, this class is for you. This
class will give you the foundation for achieving your ideal weight through
simple, easy steps. Learn new ways of cooking and eating while discovering small
lifestyle changes that can help you find the balance you desire. To register
call 206.297.0875.
Low Sodium: Warm Winter Foods
Brianna Moulton, Holistic Health Coach,
www.briannamoulton.com
Wed, Feb 15, 2:30-4:30pm. $10 PNA member, $12 Public.
Do low sodium diets make you think of tasteless, boring food? Have you been told
to cut salt out of your diet? Join us this winter as we prepare delicious,
flavorful warm winter foods that are low-sodium and easy to make. Come learn
tricks to eating and making delicious, flavorful food that is NOT loaded with
sodium. To register call 206.297.0875.
Cooking For 1-2 People
Brianna Moulton, Holistic Health Coach,
www.briannamoulton.com
Wed, Mar 7, 2:30-4:30pm. $10 PNA member, $12 Public.
Are you tired of spending hours cooking for yourself? Do you end up throwing
away fresh fruits and vegetables because you can’t eat them fast enough? If so,
join us to learn helpful tricks for shopping and cooking for 1-2 people. We will
cover how to cook once and eat three different meals and how to measure portion
sizes. To register call 206.297.0875.
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