GLADSTONE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
FALL 2025
REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Please join us for a selection of in person classes featuring crafts, art, exercise and learning!
Register Here at Online Registration
Or by phone at 503-650-2570
You can also register in person at 17789 Webster Rd, Gladstone OR 97027.
If If paying by check, please make payable to Gladstone School District
See below for all of class selections and locations!
BAKING SOURDOUGH AT HOME WITH SAMANTHA ROMANOWSKI
In this class you’ll learn the basics of sourdough baking, with an easy, no-knead method. Participants will learn how to shape, fold and score a loaf, how to take care of your starter, and what to do with leftover starter. You’ll take home strong sourdough starter, a loaf to bake at home, a packet of recipes and a proofing basket! (Please bring a large bowl and 16oz jar.)
Tuesday 9/9/25 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Tuition $55
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
BRIOCHE CINNAMON ROLLS WITH SAMANTHA ROMANOWKSI
Learn how to make soft, buttery and delicious brioche dough that you can roll into beautiful pinwheels of cinnamon and sugar in this hands-on class. Learn all the tips and tricks to making delicious overnight brioche cinnamon rolls, cinnamon swirl bread and other brioche dough based delights. Participants will get to taste delectable treats and take home 9 cinnamon buns to bake the next day (and icing ingredients) as well as a packet of recipes and info! (Please bring a 9x13 baking vessel or 2 smaller baking pans.)
Tuesday 11/18/25 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Tuition $55
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
BASIC CANNING - TOMATOES
Come take this Hands-On class to learn the basics of “hot water bath” canning. Nan will guide you through what equipment to use, what fruits or veggies to use, and tips for hot and cold packing. Make tomato sauce, canned tomatoes and a special tomato curry preserve!
Bring a sharp paring knife, a cutting board and a small box to hold 2 pint jars.
Tuesday 9/23/25 from 6:00-9:00 PM
Tuition: $30 plus a $12 Supply Fee
Abernathy Grange - 15745 S Harley Ave, Oregon City
BASIC CANNING - PICKLED VEGGIES
Learn to make Yummy & Smokey Carrots pickled with special spices, Refrigerator Cukes, and Green Tomato Relish. These make great Holiday Gifts! All vegetables sourced from Organic Farm!
**Bring a sharp paring knife, cutting board and a box to carry your jars home in.
Tuesday 9/30/25 from 6:00-9:00 PM
Tuition: $30 plus a $12 Supply Fee
Abernathy Grange - 15745 S Harley Ave, Oregon City
LIVING SUCCULENT WREATH
Using various succulents, create a planted “LIVE” wreath to use as a table decoration, hang or use to surround a large candle!
Instructed by Nan Hage
**Please bring Garden Gloves, Small Screwdriver or Chopstick and a box with short sides to bring your wreath home (24")
Tuesday 10/21/25
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Tuition $30 (62 and older $25) plus a $12 Supply Fee
Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave
FRESH GREENS WREATH
Create a unique wreath using assorted fresh greens! Class includes wire, ribbon and the greens!
Instructed by Nan Hage
**Please bring Garden Gloves and Pruners
Tuesday 11/18/25
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Tuition $30 (62 and older $25) plus a $12 Supply Fee
Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave
COLLAGE - CREATIVE EXPLORATION
Interested in exploring Collage? We will work with a wide assortment of colored and textured papers, scraps, old book pages and personal items you choose to add! Collage allows for spontaneous and layered work that can be beautiful, personally meaningful and fun and easy to do! Serafine can help you get focused and get started with materials for inspiration. In this month long class you will dive into a them and create around your theme, discuss ideas about the process and see examples and design concepts to help your pieces!
Please bring any materials that you want to incorporate into you collage - magazines, newspapers, old paintings, old books or personal items. The instructor will also provide materials.
Tuesdays 9/23/25 - 10/14/25
From 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Tuition $90
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
STAINED GLASS FOR BEGINNERS WITH MIKAYLA MOORE
Join us for an opportunity to create your very own stained glass Suncatcher! In this 3 week workshop, you will learn the copper foil method of stained glass as you cut, grind, foil and solder your creation. There will be a variety of beginner friendly patterns for you to choose from. No experience is required, however a certain amount of hand strength is required to cut glass. (If you have any concerns, please contact us) Booklet summarizing what you learned, and how to take care of your Suncatcher is provided. Students are required to be 18+.
- Classes held on Tuesdays
- Sept 16th - 30th Register Here
- Oct 14th - 28th Register Here
- Dec 2nd - 16th Register Here
Tuition $150 plus a $35 Supply Fee
6:30-9:00 PM
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
QUILTING - FENCE RAIL (BEGINNING SEWING) WITH NAN HAGE
Simple design using only straight stitch. Great for those who want to learn basic sewing techniques while making a lap quilt. Please request a supply list.
**Age 12 and under welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult helper.
**Please bring your own sewing machine.
Thursdays 10/2/25 - 10/23/25
From 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Tuition $100
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
HOLIDAY APRON - BEGINNING SEWING WITH NAN HAGE
Make an easy apron for the Holidays! Great for gifts, while learning how to sew! Please request Supply List
Two Night Class
**Please bring your own sewing machine.
Thursdays 11/6/25 & 11/13/25
From 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Tuition $50
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
WATERCOLOR WITH MELISSA GANNON - EVENINGS
Explore the exciting and challenging medium of transparent watercolor! Learn to mix colors and the basics of composition in this multi level class. Each class will include a demo!
See Melissa’s work at www.melissagannon.com
Please see attached Supply List
Thursdays 10/9/25 - 10/23/25 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Tuition $40
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
DRAWING WITH MELISSA GANNON
DRAWING LEAVES
Learn about the beautiful shapes of leaves and how to draw them. Using pencil or pen create lovely drawings. Bring leaves or use the leaves provided. Class will talk about shapes, composition and adding values. If you would like to use colored pencil or watercolor pencils that’s fine. All skill levels welcome.
Bring pencil or pen and paper.
Thursday 10/30/25 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Tuition $30
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
JOURNALING PLUS ART WITH MELISSA GANNON
Love to journal? Want to add more? This class is an introduction to combining small paintings and sketches into your entries. Bring several entries that you wish to illustrate. Create artwork that fits with the entry. (You can work from memory or bring a reference photo.) Then tape or glue your entry to the artwork page. Class will talk about creating simple drawing and paintings to complement your journal entries. Everyone will illustrate at least one entry.
See Supply List Below
Thursday 11/6/25 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Tuition $30
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
METEOROLOGY WITH JOHN SALTENBERGER
Learn about our different weather patterns in 4 separate classes. Each class is focused on a specific weather pattern. Class is instructed by Portland Meteorologist and CCC Faculty member in the Fire Science Dept, John Saltenberger.
Gladstone High School - 18800 Portland Ave
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WEATHER SATELLITES
An introduction to the types of weather satellites in operation, their orbits, and their observational capabilities. Emphasis will be placed on a description of the current suite of GOES-R weather satellites operated by NOAA. Websites with real time satellite displays will be provided.
Thursday 10/30/25
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Tuition $25
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WEATHER RADARS
An introduction to radar basics and a description of the capabilities of the network of doppler weather radars operated by NOAA/NWS across the US. This lesson will focus on how weather radars can be used to detect severe weather, especially how doppler capability can be used to identify tornadoes before they strike. .
Thursday 11/6/25
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Tuition $25
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INTERPRETING WEATHER FORECASTS
This lesson will describe the meaning of terminology often used in everyday weather forecasts such as confidence levels, probabilities, and chances. Understanding these will allow a reader to better interpret weather forecasts and more effectively plan for upcoming changes in weather.
Thursday 11/13/25
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Tuition $25
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ADVANCED ROSSBY WAVES
This lesson will build on previous lessons on Rossby wave dynamics with additional details on long versus short Rossby waves, jet stream streaks, vorticity, shear, and their implications for large scale weather patterns around the globe.
Thursday 11/20/25
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Tuition $25
TAI CHI CHUAN - EVENINGS
Instructed by Michael Beckley, Tai Chi is an ancient art that promotes physical and mental health. It is a moving meditation and has been shown to decrease stress, improve flexibility and balance, reduce blood pressure, and a host of other internal and external benefits. While the health benefits are well known, Tai Chi Chuan is also a martial art and its techniques use redirection and full body motion in order to achieve the goal of self defence. This is a slow and quiet class and each student will progress at his or her own pace.
**Wear comfortable pants (not shorts - some people like pajama pants) and a comfortable top that the sleeves can pushed up or a T-shirt**
Ages 12+
Tuesday & Thursday 9/16/25 - 11/6/25
from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Tuition $50
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
INDOOR FITNESS WALKING
Join this FREE Indoor walking program where weather is not an issue! Led by Suzette Love, you will go through a variety of choreographed walking workouts. Bring Water!
Tues and Thurs 9/2/25 - 12/30/25
7:15 - 8:15 PM
Tuition FREE
Gladstone Seventh-day Adventist Church - 8378 Cason Rd, Gladstone OR
TAEKWONDO FOR ADULTS AND KIDS WITH DAVID BEASLEY
taeThis non-competitive class is a great workout for adults and also a great way to the harness the energy of your child! Learn basic moves while developing respect, discipline & self esteem.
- Ages 5-7: 6:00-6:50 PM Tuition $80 Register Here
- Ages 8-15: 6:00-7:30 PM Tuition $85 Register Here
- Ages 15+: 7:30 - 9:00 PM Tuition $85 ($65 for 62+) Register Here
**We will combine Adult with the Kids classes if we do not have enough enrollment
Tues and Thurs 9/9/25-11/18/25 (No Class 11/11/25)
Kraxberger Middle School, 17777 Webster Rd, Gladstone
GENTLE YOGA - EVENINGS WITH MARY ERICKSON
Yoga can help you feel better physically and reduce stress. It’s beneficial to your health and well-being. This gentle yoga is designed for Seniors, but suitable for anyone, regardless of age or fitness level. Wear loose clothing, bring blanket or exercise mat.
Thursdays 9/11/25 - 11/13/25 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Tuition $75 (62+ $65)
Gladstone High School, 18800 Portland Ave
- Gladstone Youth Football: Team Pass
- Gladiator Basketball Association: http://gladstonebasketball.org/
- Gladstone Youth Cheer: https://www.gladstonecheerleading.com/gyc
- Gladstone Girls Softball Association: www.gladstonegirlssoftball.com
- Gladstone Junior Baseball Association: www.gladstonejuniorbaseball.com
- Gladstone Soccer Association: www.gladstonesoccer.com
**Contact each individual sport for information
Located at 1050 Portland Ave, The mission and vision of the Gladstone Community Center is to enhance the vitality and wellness of a multigenerational community through meaningful connections. The Community Center will provide an enriching space for community connections. We intend to continue to encourage and provide space for group activities, meals, recreational classes, share information about health and wellness, as well as other social gatherings that occur within a community. Lunch, Activities, and Transportation, as well as other program and services are provided Mon - Fri from 8:00 - 4:00 PM.
For more information please visit: http://www.ci.gladstone.or.us/s or call 503-655-7701
GLADSTONE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Do you have an idea for a Community School Class you would like to teach?
It could be anything from fitness to crafts to teaching a second language!
We would love to hear your ideas!
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503-650-2570 or
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How Do I Register?
Register online at Online Registration
Or call us at 503-650-2570
You can also visit us at 17789 Webster Rd, Gladstone OR 97027 to register in person. Please click the pdf at the bottom of the page to download the registration form.
What if I request a refund?
If you enroll in an ongoing class (not a one time class) and you feel it is not for you after trying the first one, we will issue you a full refund. For one time classes, cancellation must be received 48 hours prior to the class beginning. (Supply fees may not be refunded if not cancelled 1 week prior to class starting)