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Ceramic Fish Themed Wind Chimes - GP Meet-Up
Join us for a pottery workshop where you will create a fish-themed wind chime! You will learn to use clay slabs and templates. You will decorate your fish with underglazes. Once they are completely dry, they will be bisque fired then glazed with clear glaze and fired again. No experience is needed, and students will be guided by our instructors throughout the process step by step. All materials included in course fee. Fee: $45.00
Remaining Seats: 10
Instructor: Laura Blanchard
Dates: 6/9/2026 - 6/9/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
Building: Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art (opens in new tab)
Room: Pottery Building
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Embrace Your inner Artist: Create a Flower and Vase Scene - GP In-Person
Come join OLLI members at Twisted Canvas for a fun, uncomplicated painting session. Every participant will be encouraged to embrace their inner artist, and to put a unique creative twist on a prepared canvas. The instructor is here to show you that you can do it. Everyone will leave with a completed, original painting. In the words of Bob Ross, "We don't make mistakes, just happy little accidents." Materials included in course fee. Fee: $35.00
Remaining Seats: 12
Instructor: Elizabeth Tyner
Dates: 7/13/2026 - 7/13/2026
Times: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Granny Square Crochet Camp - GP In-Person
Come learn basic crochet stitches to make a granny square. Yarn provided. Supply List: 5 mm crochet hook. Fee: $15.00
Remaining Seats: 12
Instructor: Michelle Magrath-Greene
Dates: 6/25/2026 - 7/23/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Th
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Holiday Fun in July - GP In-Person
Join OLLI friends for a summer celebration of the winter holidays. There will be a cookie and treats swap (baked or store-bought/individually bagged) and we will exchange fun seasonal stories, play some cheery games, and make an easy Christmas craft. Ugly sweaters/t-shirts encouraged. Material cost is included in course fee. Fee: $15.00
Remaining Seats: 24
Instructor: Michelle Magrath-Greene
Dates: 7/30/2026 - 7/30/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Th
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Japanese Origami - GP In-Person
In this seminar, open to both beginner and returning students, participants will learn the basic origami (ori-to fold, gami-paper) folds and then construct such classic models as craness, peacocks, tulips, rabbits, sailboats, butterflies, flapping birds, hopping frogs, samurai hats, etc. Origami paper provided. Fee: $10.00
Remaining Seats: 24
Instructor: Dr. Benny Hornsby
Dates: 7/28/2026 - 7/28/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Landscape Art for Beginners - GP In-Person
This class will cover drawing and painting in watercolor. You will learn the technique of perspective with the use of color, shading, shadow, and form. Other landscape paintings, photos, and demonstrations will be used as examples of nature in art. If the weather permits the class will go out on the campus grounds to sketch. Supply List: Sketch pad, drawing pencils, gum eraser, pencil sharpener, small set of watercolor paints, watercolor brushes, a pad of watercolor paper, a covering for the table when painting, a container for water, paper towel and mixing pan if using tube paints. Fee: $20.00
Remaining Seats: 12
Instructor: Patricia (Pat) Noonan
Dates: 6/11/2026 - 6/25/2026
Times: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sessions: 3
Days: Th
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Landscape Art for the Intermediate Artist - GP In-Person
This class will cover drawing and painting in watercolor. You will learn the technique of perspective with the use of color, shading, shadow, and form. Other landscape paintings, photos, and demonstrations will be used as examples of nature in art. If the weather permits the class will go out on the campus grounds to sketch. Supply List: Sketch pad, drawing pencils, gum eraser, pencil sharpener, small set of watercolor paints, watercolor brushes, a pad of watercolor paper, a covering for the table when painting, a container for water, paper towel and mixing pan if using tube paints. Fee: $20.00
Remaining Seats: 12
Instructor: Patricia (Pat) Noonan
Dates: 7/13/2026 - 7/27/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: M
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Learn the Ancient Art of Temari: Hand Ball - GP In-Person
In this class we will start with Temari basics, learning how to make a foundation ball, mark and separate the foundation ball and apply thread to make a beautiful and artful design. Temari can be made with many materials, but we will be using beginner friendly materials. Some materials will be provided. Supply List: 3" Styrofoam ball, a skein of knitting/crochet yarn (This does not need to be new and does need to be all one color as it will be covered by other wrappings.), glass head pins (available at Walmart), large spool of COTTON sewing thread (500 yards is the best size and buy a color that you will want as a background color for your design - Coats and Clarke is fine), scissors, sewing needles - at least 3" long, embroidery floss of your choice (any color) or Perle Cotton (any color) - several skeins of each of the colors you choose and embroidery floss is less expensive and works well, but Perle Cotton gives a "richer" look and is a little easier to work with. Fee: $25.00
Remaining Seats: 15
Instructor: Lorraine Magrath
Dates: 7/14/2026 - 7/21/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Tu
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Let's Play the Ukulele - GP Meet-Up
In this class OLLI members will come to understand the ukulele as a musical instrument, learn to read ukulele chords and play while reading the chords. Left-handed members will need left-handed ukuleles. Supply List: Concert, tenor or baritone (with GCEA strings) ukulele, ukulele tuner (used before class begins) and music stand.
Meet at the First United Methodist Church, 208 Pine Street, Long Beach.
Remaining Seats: 10
Instructor: Gina Aguilar
Dates: 6/17/2026 - 7/29/2026
Times: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Sessions: 5
Days: W
Building: First United Methodist Church (opens in new tab)
Room: Youth Center
(No Class July 1 and 8)
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Marker Art: Rock, Paper, Metallic Object - GP In-Person
Using easy-grip POSCA paint markers and acrylic paint pens, we will learn simple techniques to create bright graphic art on paper, rocks and other surfaces. No drawing experience is needed - just come ready to experiment with color and leave with artwork you will be proud to display or share! Some supplies provided. Supply List: Bring a set of at least eight bright-colored POSCA markers. Fee: $15.00
Remaining Seats: 24
Instructor: Christi Magrath
Dates: 7/29/2026 - 7/29/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: W
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Summer Bloom Watercolor Workshop - GP In-Person
Join us for a watercolor workshop using a limited palette of layers of three colors and paint a glowing rose in full bloom. Basic watercolor skills are recommended. Supply List: Transparent watercolor paint, tube or pan in nickel Azo or permanent yellow (PY150), ultramarine blue (PB29), and quinacridone rose (PV19), 2 sheets of 100% cotton 140 lb. cold pressed watercolor paper, 9x12 inches or larger, watercolor brushes (round sizes 0,2,and 6, small scrubber brush), mechanical pencil (Bic #2), kneaded eraser, 12 inch ruler, wax free transfer paper, white dinner plate for palette for mixing paint, Viva paper towel, drawing board or foam core to hold your watercolor paper, masking tape, waterproof table cover, hairdryer, apron or smock to protect your clothing and table cloth or cover. Fee: $20.00
Remaining Seats: 12
Instructor: Tammy Gragg
Dates: 7/15/2026 - 7/16/2026
Times: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: W Th
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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Yarn Wrapped Art Decor - GP In-Person
In this seminar, we will transform ordinary jars, bottles and containers into beautiful, textured vases using colorful yarn, easy wrapping methods, pattern variations and finishing techniques. We will enjoy a fun and simple crafting project. Whether you prefer soft neutrals, bold brights, or playful patterns, you will leave with a one-of-a-kind decorative piece. Yarn will be provided. Supply List: Bring a few small to medium size bottles or jars. Fee: $10.00
Remaining Seats: 24
Instructor: Christi Magrath
Dates: 6/24/2026 - 6/24/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: W
Building: Gulf Coast Library (opens in new tab)
Room: OLLI - Room 105
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