About The Community Learning Center (CLC)

Partner Programs
Community Group Space Available



St. James has been providing facilities to individuals and groups serving the surrounding community since its inception over 100 years ago. Today, over 1600 community members per month take advantage of free and low-cost programming including 12-step programs, neighborhood clubs, classes for young children, classes for parents, yoga classes, Buddhist meditation, numerous seminars, recitals and concerts, community organizing meetings, and election polling stations.

Please explore the offerings of our Partners below and, if you'd like to investigate producing your program(s) at The Community Center At St. James, please see our "Community Group Space Available" page and/or contact the CLC Executive Director, Michael Cushing, at 751-1199, or email him at mdcushing@gmail.com.

Partner Programs for Children (ages 4 to 10)

Dee Dee Lawson Presents: Kindermusik, Advanced Music and Private Flute and Piano Lessons

Kindermusik classes develop a beginning foundation in music for young children.   Rhythm, singing, dancing, playing instruments in a group with parents/caregivers, and learning how to take turns and play a part of a musical piece are taught.   Advanced Kindermusik drop off classes for kids 4 to 5.5 years old are also offered.   It this class the basics of music are taught and the children begin to play the piano.   Cost: For price and time information please call Dee Dee Lawton 415-561-9754

Suzuki Violin Lessons

Classes held in the side chapel on Monday and Tuesday from 3:00-5:30 pm., and are for children ages 4 to 8 and include the student, their parent or care provider (who will help the child with practice during the week) and the instructor. For cost information and details please call Ed Wilcox at 415-412-6723.

Partner Programs for Adults

Yoga That's Right for You With Madeleine Hexter

Thursdays 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., in the Nave.   Madeleine Hexter teaches in the tradition of B.K.S. Iyengar, which allows her to adapt her instruction to each student's age and fitness level.   Drop-ins welcome.   Cost:   $12.00 per class or 5 classes for $50.00.  

Classes with Connie

Tai Chi Classes
Saturdays 10:30-12:00, Parish Hall.   Classes start January 27-June 16.   Cost $90.00.   Call Connie Lam at 510-520-3755 for more information.

Mandarin Classes
Saturdays 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Classes start January 27- June 16.   Cost $180.00.   Call Connie Lam at 510-520-3755 for more information.

Golden Gate Mother's Group

Thursday, February 15, 5:00 p.m.   A group of women that meet to share information about issues that come up for mothers raising children in the twenty first century.

Buddhist Meditation

Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Caldwell Room.

12 Step Programs

The CLC hosts several 12 Step Programs. For information please contact our CLC Executive Director, Michael Cushing, at 751-1199, or email him at mdcushing@gmail.com.

 


 

 
 
   
 
The Community Learning Center, a Community Center at St. James Partner
Offering Personal Growth through Education and Community Programs
Contact: Michael Cushing, Executive Director
Phone: 415-751-1199
Email: mdcushing@gmail.com
4620 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94118
   
 
The Community Center at St. James
Building Hope - Building Community - Building Futures
Contact: Michael Cushing, Executive Director
Phone: 415-751-1199
Email: mdcushing@gmail.com
4620 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94118
 
 
   

 

The Community Center At St. James