Beginning Sewing: Designed Apparel

ENRICHMENT

CRAFTS

Beginning Sewing

No more struggling through sewing projects; learn to sew the fun and easy way. Practice pattern reading, choosing the right fabrics and laying out fabric to create a finished piece you can be proud of. Whether you want to redecorate your home, make crafts or clothes, we’ll get you stitching in the right direction. You will sew two to three projects in class with all fabric and patterns provided. Bring a sewing machine in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, operator’s manual (if available), sharp scissors, tape measure and straight pins. Material Fee of $30 is due to the instructor at the first session. See wwww.learnatnorth.org for complete Sewing Supply List. 11421 6/30/2022 - 8/18/2022 6:30 - 9:00PM 8 ses Th Johnson CC Bldg; Room 1254B $205 Beginning Sewing II: Designed Apparel

Want to sew more? Using a commercial sewing pattern, you will learn to create a professional-looking garment from start to finish, using more design elements of collars, sleeves, adding buttonholes, seam finishes and much more. For inspiration, feel free to bring a few photos of designs you’ve been dying to sew; we’ll use applications and techniques employed in the readyto-wear garment industry to make your garment come alive. Previous sewing experience and sewing machine knowledge/operation is required. Bring your sewing machine in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, operator’s manual (if available), sharp scissors, tape measure and straight pins. Material fee of $30 is due to the instructor at the first session. Fabric and trims will be provided, please see www.learnatnorth.org for the complete Sewing Supply List and recommended patterns to purchase. 11422 7/9/2022 - 7/30/2022 9:00AM - 2:00PM 4 ses Sa Johnson CC Bldg; Room 1254A $205

ENTERTAINMENT

Flying Saucer Cinema

This is a classic science fiction film appreciation class highlighting beloved films that cry out for viewing in a group setting the way they were first presented to the world. Each week will bring something new, films ranging from ‘Golden Age’ sci-fi of the 1950s and 60s to the dystopian science fiction of the 1970s and occasional forays beyond. Co-hosts Eric Cohen and Mark Daniels will be your guides and provide you with film information, trivia and lively post-screening discussions every week. We kick off this quarter with Ib Melchior’s timeless classic Angry Red Planet, an imaginative take on how the first mission to Mars could play out. Next up is It! The Terror from Beyond Space. (You’ll have to sign up to learn what ‘it’ is.) After that we will explore one of the first computer-run-amok films, Colossus: The Forbin Project. (Move over, Skynet.) We wrap up the quarter with Steve McQueen (yes, you read that correctly—it was his breakout leading role) in an unforgettable classic, The Blob, about an iconic alien life form that consumes everything in its path. Whether you are a seasoned science fiction film buff or simply want to put your head in a different place for a couple of hours every week, this will be an engaging, fun adventure of a class you won’t want to miss. 10594 7/6/2022 - 7/27/2022 7:00 - 9:00PM 4 ses W Cohen/Daniels CC Bldg; Room 3457 $79

PERSONAL

Introduction to Yoga Philosophy

There is much more to yoga than the physical poses. The eight philosophical limbs of yoga, or the eightfold path, offers opportunities to develop resilience, concentration and felicity. We will explore these eight limbs as explained in The Yoga Sutras of Sage Patanjali in the second chapter on practice written approximately 1,500 years ago. We will view them through the lens of yoga postures and The Tree of Yoga written by BKS Iyengar while journaling and learning simple relaxation techniques to quiet the mind. This course is open to all. Handouts will be provided. You will walk away with a solid understanding of the eight limbs of yoga and of the Sage Patanjali. Class will meet outdoors, weather permitting. 11427 6/30/2022 - 8/18/2022 9:00 - 10:15AM 8 ses Th Bernstein ED Bldg; Room 2843A $119

ENRICHMENT

Rejuvenate Your Retirement

In this comprehensive course, several key issues will be addressed that retirees or pre-retirees face today. Discover new ways to stay mentally, physically and socially active. Learn about important financial topics like reducing taxes, assessing investment risk, planning for health care needs and planning your estate. Whether your goal is to become more active, give your life a new sense of purpose or make more informed financial decisions, this course will have something for every retiree or those considering retirement. 12358 7/6/2022 - 7/13/2022 1:00 - 3:00PM 2 ses W Briggs Online; Zoom $39 12357 7/9/2022 - 7/16/2022 9:30 - 11:30AM 2 ses Sa Briggs Online; Zoom $39 Therapeutic Massage for Couples

Designed for partners looking to aid themselves and their intimates with basic massage techniques to relieve stress, improve physical comfort and foster intimacy. Gain experience in proper body mechanics for injury prevention. Taught by a licensed massage therapist, you will explore traditional Swedish massage techniques to care for another person through touch, including the three basic approaches: Effleurage, Petrissage and Tapotement. Bring a yoga mat, three pillows and wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. You should bring a small bottle of oil, such as coconut oil, or lotion. Massage will be done fully clothed. Learn by observing instructor demonstrations and Q&A followed by practice time. You will receive printed reference material. Please note: Class price is for two people; only one person in the pair is required to register and pay for the class. 10719 7/11/2022 - 7/25/2022 6:00 - 7:30PM 3 ses M Brenith HS Bldg; Room 2536A $175 Mindfulness Meditation for Stressful Situations

Mindfulness Meditation for Stressful Situations description change: Mindful walking and sitting in nature, known as “forest bathing,” is part of this in-person class. Participants will discover that freedom from anxiety and trauma evolves from incorporating small moments of stillness into your everyday life. Join a supportive community to enjoy practices that increase energy and joy like mindful breathing, movement, nature connection and doodling that engage your senses and help overcome trauma. Try out self-compassion practices that allow you to step out of negative thoughts and bring deep care to yourself and others. Based on the classic Kabat-Zinn Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course, instructor Andrea D’Asaro offers a streamlined course for people in high-stress jobs such as nurses, doctors, parents and teachers, or for anyone who needs moments of calm in their daily lives. 10089 8/6/2022 - 8/6/2022 10:00AM - 12:30PM 1 ses Sa D’Asaro HS Bldg; Room 2536A $29 Welcome to Medicare

Need help understanding Medicare? This workshop is for current and new beneficiaries, those who will soon be eligible and anyone who wants to learn more about Medicare health coverage. Various plan options, prescription drug coverage, supplements and ways to get help paying for Medicare will be discussed. This class is taught by a trained SHIBA advisor (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors). The SHIBA program provides free, unbiased and confidential assistance with health care choices. Au pairs may not take this workshop for hours unless given permission; contact the Continuing Education Director at conted@seattlecolleges.edu. 10390 8/13/2022 - 8/13/2022 9:30 - 11:30AM 1 ses Sa SHIBA Instructor Online; Zoom Free

Well, presented with lots of very useful handouts. The instructor made confusing information very understandable.

LANGUAGE

ESL

Everyday English Conversation

Join a friendly and relaxed atmosphere where you’ll have the opportunity to practice casual English and learn more about life in this culture. This is the perfect class for students who can comfortably read, write and speak English as their second language but want to build confidence and experience using it. In addition, you’ll learn things not found in books like American idioms and slang. No class on 7/4. 11304 6/27/2022 - 8/17/2022 7:30 - 9:00PM 16 ses M, W O’Connor CC Bldg; Room 3352 $225 Intermediate ESL Workshop: Speaking and Listening

This course is designed to help non-native speakers improve their oral communication skills, accent and pronunciation. We will review and practice various grammatical forms and develop conversation skills for use in everyday communication. Class sessions will consist of listening or watching video clips, class discussion, games and role play. Learn new vocabulary in context, work on pronunciation and deepen your knowledge of North American grammar. 9158 6/28/2022 - 8/18/2022 7:00 - 9:00PM 16 ses Tu, Th Markova Online; Zoom $299

I really enjoyed the atmosphere. We share our opinions about different subjects, and we watch videos. We role played which I liked the most.

– Heidy on Intermediate ESL Workshop:

Speaking and Listening ESL: A Cultural Exploration of Seattle

Improve your English while exploring the sights of Seattle. The lessons and excursions will introduce students to Seattle’s culturally and ethnically diverse communities. This ESL workshop will take students throughout the cityfrom Daybreak Star Center at Discovery Park to the International District, Beacon Hill and Ballard. Expenses for museum entrances $5-10 will be paid directly by student plus lunch and snacks $10 each day. Cultural Explorations is an intensive 12-hour English Conversation class that runs over three consecutive days starting online on Zoom Thursday evening from 7:00 -9:00pm. In-person field trips will be on Friday and Saturday. Friday class is from 10:00am - 2:00pm and Saturday is from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Students will need to plan to meet at each of the field trip locations; details will be given on Thursday. Come and join other students, practice your everyday English and learn about Seattle’s cultural diversity. The teacher has lived in Seattle for over 35 years and has taught and taken student groups on trips around Seattle, Latin America and across the United States. 10608 8/4/2022 - 8/6/2022 Varies 3 ses Th, F, Sa O’Connor Online; Zoom and Off Campus; Arranged $109

FRENCH

Continuing French: Esprit critique

For French learners eager to expand their speaking skills and reinforce their language usage and terminology. Each session will hinge on a language lesson and topical exploration. The language lesson will consist of a verb tense review or the use of comparisons, while the topical exploration will include expressing a preference or an opinion of a subject and supporting it. We’ll entertain topics of interest suggested by class members and instructor alike. Group participation will play an important role in how we learn together. Prerequisites: French I, French I: Encore!, French for Beginners I or equivalent. See www.learnatnorth.org for textbook information. 9157 7/9/2022 - 8/20/2022 10:00AM - 12:00PM 7 ses Sa Morehead Online; Zoom $149

LOUISE MOREHEAD Using her potential earned through studies and work in anthropology, music, teaching, raising a family, interpretation, human relations and counseling in France and in the United States, Louise is combining her diverse living and learning experiences to create her Experience Language Project based on ... you! Bring your curiosity and your willingness to share it within the class, and discover your potential for moving into the Creative Language Experience.