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Emeritus College Fall, 2023 Classes

Emeritus College is a non-credit program of
Santa Monica College designed for older adults.
Classes are free.
Students are encouraged to sign up before the first class. However, Emeritus College offers continuous enrollment, so you can also join the class anytime during the semester.


For information about registering, click HERE.

1) Beginning Jewelry-Making Class

Class Title: Art E80, Jewelry Making, Section 9729

Dates: Every Thursday, August 31st - December 14th.
NOTE: No class 11/23/23 (Thanksgiving)

Time: 2:00 - 4:15pm

Location: This class is now being held remotely on Zoom. A  Zoom link will be sent after you register.
For information about registering, click HERE.

Class Description: In this project-based class, you will learn a wide range of jewelry-making techniques ranging from various methods of attaching clasps, to pearl knotting, chain maille, bead weaving and more. Bring to class a small towel and any jewelry tools or materials you already own. Do NOT buy any new tools or materials until after class discussion. Students can purchase jewelry materials from Susan at discounted prices.

Click here for more info about Susan's Emeritus College Jewelry-Making Classes.
(Note: After clicking on this link, scroll down to "ART E80, Jewelry Making".)

2) Advanced Jewelry-Making Class

Class Title: Art E80, Jewelry Making, Section 9728

Dates: Every Thursday, August 31st - December 14th.
NOTE: No class 11/23/23 (Thanksgiving)

Time: 11:30am - 1:45pm

Location: This class is now being held remotely on Zoom. A  Zoom link will be sent after you register.

For information about registering, click HERE. 

Class Description: In this project-based class, you will build on skills learned in the beginning jewelry-making class.
Pre-requisites are: mastery of wire-wrapping & looping, pearl knotting & basic chain maille. Bring to class a small towel and any jewelry tools or materials you already own. Do NOT buy any new tools or materials until after class discussion. All tools & materials will be available for purchase from Susan at discounted prices. 

Click here for more info about Susan's Emeritus College Jewelry-Making Classes.
(Note: After clicking on this link, scroll down to "ART E80, Jewelry Making".)

3) Needlecraft Class: Knitting, Crochet, Weaving, Macrame, Embroidery, etc.

Class Title: Hme Ec E71, Needlecraft II, Section 9795

Dates: Every Wednesday, August 30th - December 13th.

Time: 1:30 - 4:20pm

Location: This class is now being held remotely on Zoom. A  Zoom link will be sent after you register.

For information about registering, click HERE.

Class Description: In this casual, friendly class, you will have the opportunity to learn any fiber technique that interests you, including knitting, crochet, all types of weaving, needlework, basketry, macrame, etc. Bring your own project to class and Susan will help you complete it and solve any problems you may have. You can also learn from scratch any of the techniques listed above. Absolute beginners as well as advanced students are all welcome. Be prepared to make friends, share ideas and be inspired to try something totally new!

Click here for more info about Susan's Emeritus College Needlecraft Class. 
(Note: After clicking on this link, scroll down to "HME EC E71, Needlecrafts".)

Students can join anytime throughout the semester.
Fall, 2023 classes will be held remotely, on Zoom.
ALL CLASSES ARE OPEN TO ANYONE WHO RESIDES IN CALIFORNIA!
Contact Emeritus College to register.

For information about registering, click HERE.

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