Neighborhood Scholars

Welcome to Neighborhood Scholars
In cooperation with community partners, Encore 55+ Learning presents opportunities to take off-campus courses throughout Greater Cleveland. In-person and virtual courses are offered. Note: Neighborhood Scholars virtual courses are live and only available to view during scheduled dates and times.
Registration Information
Click on a course link below to view the description and register.
Note: Neighborhood Scholars courses are part of the Encore 55+ Learning program and requires participants to register as Tri-C students via the online registration system or at a campus Enrollment Center.
CanalWay Tours
See the splendor the season brings to the Ohio and Erie Canal Reservation via fully enclosed cart.
Cleveland's Jewels
You never knew they existed … or maybe you did! Join us as we experience Cleveland’s hidden jewels.
- ZELD-9975: Cleveland Police Museum
- ZELD-1120: Gordon Square Walking Tour
- ZELD-1140: Lake View Cemetery (Walking Tour)
- ZELD-1150: Lake View Cemetery (Walking Tour)
Cleveland Museum of Art Series
Join us for gallery talks hosted by the Cleveland Museum of Art and presented by CMA’s department of public and academic engagement.
Note: The on-site course beginning Jan. 28 is canceled. The course will still be offered virtually beginning Jan. 24.
- ZELD-1011: Sculpting the Figure Across Time I: The Ancient Mediterranean World
- ZELD-1102: Sculpting the Figure Across Time II: The Modern Era
A Glimpse of the Past
The past is not the past if you enjoy it every day! Relive those fond memories with this nostalgic series.
The Development of Cleveland series will present the development of Cleveland, both a metropolis and small town founded by over 50 ethnic groups from all over the world. Beginning in the 1700s to present day, we will learn about the early development and growth of Cleveland over centuries to come.
- ZELD-1170: Development of Cleveland (1700s)
- ZELD-1190: Development of Cleveland (1800s)
- ZELD-1185: Development of Cleveland (1900 – Present Day)
- ZELD-1160: Historical Shaker Heights Mansions: An Inside Look
- ZELD-1195: Remembering the Golden Age of Cleveland Shopping
Places of Worship
Explore the beauty and history of Greater Cleveland’s places of worship.
- ZELD-0910: Church of the Covenant
- ZELD-0635: First Baptist Church of Greater Cleveland
- ZEMS-1120: Greater Cleveland Shiva Vishnu Temple
- ZELD-0220: Islamic Center of Cleveland
- ZELD-0636: St. John Cantius
- ZELD-1110: St. Theodosius Orthodox Christian Cathedral
- ZELD-0920: St. Vitus Catholic Church
Tea 101
Join us for the perfect introduction to the vast world of tea - from plant to cup.
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