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Learn from a mycologist about the pharmacological activities and benefits of medicinal mushrooms, and how mushrooms can improve your health. $10 Class minimum: 8; Class maximum: 20; Instructor | Steve Sierigk
Discover your inner sommelier with curated wine and cheese pairings alongside a Certified Sommelier with a PhD in Food & Nutrition from Cornell University. Sample unique regional pairings during each session. Class minimum: 20; Instructor | Laura Winter Falk, PhD Last Monday of January, February, March, April starting January 27 $20 per class or $65 […]
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
This relaxed course focuses on student discussion. The class will explore literary values and historical background in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, with reference to the three great monotheisms of which it is the source. 16 sessions; class maximum: 7; Instructor | Anne Winters
The Constitution is a complex, flawed document, but most of us, including politicians, do not know what it says. The start of a new administration is a good time to examine this document, which serves as the foundation of our government. $20 for series; Class maximum: 20; Instructor | Tom Butler
Zoom is a popular way for parents and grandparents to keep in touch with out-of-town friends and family. Learn how to create a personal account and build confidence using features on the videoconferencing platform. $10; Class maximum: 6; Instructor | Tom Fredette
Letting go of possessions is hard and there are few shortcuts. Learn downsizing and clearing practices, timelines, and logistics. We’ll also discuss the emotions that come with this work, and learn coping strategies to help manage them. $40 4 sessions; class maximum: 20; Instructor | Melynda Wissar
Regardless of political affiliations, this class series is based on embracing your values and putting judgement aside. Learn about current issues and connect across party lines as we discover our “new normal” together on a journey of continual re-evaluation and learning. 21 sessions; Class maximum: 7; Instructor | Eric Clay
Curious about how plants grow, capture light, utilize water, take up soil nutrients, flower, produce fruits and seeds, and survive the winter? Examine these issues with a plant physiologist and increase your understanding as you grow your own plants in your garden. 6 sessions; Class minimum: 5; Class maximum: 25; Instructor | Peter Davies
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
Explore the poems of beloved poets with an eye toward figuring out how the poems move and impact the reader, as well as writing your own poems. We’ll try our hand at several forms, such as the sonnet, pantoum, haiku, and haibun. 4 sessions; $40 for series; Class minimum: 5; Class maximum: 10; Instructor | […]
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
This relaxed course focuses on student discussion. The class will explore literary values and historical background in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, with reference to the three great monotheisms of which it is the source. 16 sessions; class maximum: 7; Instructor | Anne Winters
Loving-kindness meditation (LKM) cultivates kindness toward oneself and others. Scientific research shows many benefits of LKM, including reduced pain, anxiety, and self-criticism. First time and experienced meditators welcome. $10; Class minimum: 6; Class maximum: 16; Instructor | Diane Hecht
Regardless of political affiliations, this class series is based on embracing your values and putting judgement aside. Learn about current issues and connect across party lines as we discover our “new normal” together on a journey of continual re-evaluation and learning. 21 sessions; Class maximum: 7; Instructor | Eric Clay
Celebrate the successful restoration of Atlantic Puffins and other seabirds to the islands of Maine. Learn how methods to bring back puffins are helping create new colonies of endangered seabirds worldwide. $10; Class minimum: 6; maximum 15; Instructor | Stephen Kress
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
Explore the poems of beloved poets with an eye toward figuring out how the poems move and impact the reader, as well as writing your own poems. We’ll try our hand at several forms, such as the sonnet, pantoum, haiku, and haibun. 4 sessions; $40 for series; Class minimum: 5; Class maximum: 10; Instructor | […]
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
Love comes in many forms—through grief, acceptance, romance, and more. Use writing to explore how love has transformed your life. Excerpts will be printed into an ebook available to members. $10; Class minimum: 6; Class maximum: 20; Instructor | Rebecca Troy
This relaxed course focuses on student discussion. The class will explore literary values and historical background in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, with reference to the three great monotheisms of which it is the source. 16 sessions; class maximum: 7; Instructor | Anne Winters
Treat yourself! Enjoy an afternoon of pampering with a beauty care specialist. Delight in a relaxing manicure and hand massage, apply masks and topical treatments, sip lemon water, and nibble on healthy snacks. Games, crafts, and adult coloring books will be on hand for added fun. $10; Class maximum: 18; Instructor | Abby Ganton
Regardless of political affiliations, this class series is based on embracing your values and putting judgement aside. Learn about current issues and connect across party lines as we discover our “new normal” together on a journey of continual re-evaluation and learning. 21 sessions; Class maximum: 7; Instructor | Eric Clay
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
OFF-SITE, meet at Gourdlandia. Take a tour of Gourdlandia and make a gourd night light to take home. You'll start with a clean gourd already attached to a night light switch, then come up with a design. It’s easy and fun! $50; Class minimum: 6; Class maximum: 14; Instructor | Graham Ottoson
Bingocize combines the game of Bingo, nutrition education, and fall prevention exercises into a fun, interactive 10-week workshop. This evidence-based program is endorsed by the U.S. Administration for Community Living and the Department of Agriculture. FREE; Class minimum: 10; maximum 16; Instructor | Susan Weiner
Explore the poems of beloved poets with an eye toward figuring out how the poems move and impact the reader, as well as writing your own poems. We’ll try our hand at several forms, such as the sonnet, pantoum, haiku, and haibun. 4 sessions; $40 for series; Class minimum: 5; Class maximum: 10; Instructor | […]
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
Flower essences have vibrational energy that balance emotions, improve wellness, and ease pain and anxiety. Using hands-on trials, you will learn how flower essences can support your life. Includes a take-home custom blend. $10; Class minimum: 3; Class maximum: 14; Instructor | Mary Wittig
This relaxed course focuses on student discussion. The class will explore literary values and historical background in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, with reference to the three great monotheisms of which it is the source. 16 sessions; class maximum: 7; Instructor | Anne Winters
FREE! Musical Memories Café is a compassionate, joyful, shared musical experience designed to enrich the lives of care-givers and care-receivers, as well as isolated adults. We offer a simple meal, professional musical entertainment, and a welcoming space. Musical Memories is open to all at no cost, yet pre-registration is required. Interested? Please call Lifelong at […]
Free. Preview of Collette trips in 2026: Costa Rica: A World of Nature, Exploring S. Africa: Victoria Falls & Botswana, Southern Italy, and Sicily.
Regardless of political affiliations, this class series is based on embracing your values and putting judgement aside. Learn about current issues and connect across party lines as we discover our “new normal” together on a journey of continual re-evaluation and learning. 21 sessions; Class maximum: 7; Instructor | Eric Clay
Online via Zoom FREE An introduction to Medicare, the federally administered health insurance program for people 65 and older, and disabled persons under 65. Learn how to receive benefits, how Medicare works with other health insurances, and financial-assistance options that may be available. Pre-register to receive presentation and Medicare materials prior to class. Zoom link: […]
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
Make your estate easier for your heirs by learning which documentation you should hang onto, real estate titles and the impact on estates, how to leave all or part of your estate to charity, and avoiding things that take up time and money during probate. $10; Class maximum: 30; Instructor | Deborah Wolf Miller, esq
Bingocize combines the game of Bingo, nutrition education, and fall prevention exercises into a fun, interactive 10-week workshop. This evidence-based program is endorsed by the U.S. Administration for Community Living and the Department of Agriculture. FREE; Class minimum: 10; maximum 16; Instructor | Susan Weiner
Explore the poems of beloved poets with an eye toward figuring out how the poems move and impact the reader, as well as writing your own poems. We’ll try our hand at several forms, such as the sonnet, pantoum, haiku, and haibun. 4 sessions; $40 for series; Class minimum: 5; Class maximum: 10; Instructor | […]
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
This relaxed course focuses on student discussion. The class will explore literary values and historical background in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, with reference to the three great monotheisms of which it is the source. 16 sessions; class maximum: 7; Instructor | Anne Winters
Christian Nationalism can be a confusing term: What does it mean? What does it mean for the nation? This one-session class will discuss its origins, growth, and implications for where we are headed as a country. $10; Class maximum: 20; Instructor | Tom Butler
Come learn how to access ebooks and emagazines with Libby. $10; Class maximum: 6; Instructor | Tom Fredette
Regardless of political affiliations, this class series is based on embracing your values and putting judgement aside. Learn about current issues and connect across party lines as we discover our “new normal” together on a journey of continual re-evaluation and learning. 21 sessions; Class maximum: 7; Instructor | Eric Clay
These films are relatively short and leave time for friendly discussion. Curated film selections include “Fences,” “Our Town,” “Locke,” “Wit,” and “The Glass Menagerie.” There will be a break on April 23 and 30. $10 per class or $40 for series: Class minimum: 8; Class maximum: 40; Instructor | Preston Wilson
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
Bingocize combines the game of Bingo, nutrition education, and fall prevention exercises into a fun, interactive 10-week workshop. This evidence-based program is endorsed by the U.S. Administration for Community Living and the Department of Agriculture. FREE; Class minimum: 10; maximum 16; Instructor | Susan Weiner
Discover your inner sommelier with curated wine and cheese pairings alongside a Certified Sommelier with a PhD in Food & Nutrition from Cornell University. Sample unique regional pairings during each session. Class minimum: 20; Instructor | Laura Winter Falk, PhD Last Monday of January, February, March, April starting January 27 $20 per class or $65 […]
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
Create your own unique reverse painting on glass work of art by applying paint to the back of a glass panel, then view the art by turning the glass over. Class includes materials. $10; Class minimum: 3; Class maximum: 14; Instructor | Mary Wittig
This relaxed course focuses on student discussion. The class will explore literary values and historical background in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, with reference to the three great monotheisms of which it is the source. 16 sessions; class maximum: 7; Instructor | Anne Winters
Join us for a cinematic tour of 12 great films from around the world, including "Pleasantville” (Gary Ross), "The Milky Way" (Luis Buñuel), “Paisan” (Roberto Rossellini), “The Importance of Being Earnest” (Anthony Asquith), “The Big City” (Satyajit Ray), “Orchestra Rehearsal” (Federico Fellini), and more. Class minimum 6; Class maximum 40. 12 sessions; $10 per class […]
Regardless of political affiliations, this class series is based on embracing your values and putting judgement aside. Learn about current issues and connect across party lines as we discover our “new normal” together on a journey of continual re-evaluation and learning. 21 sessions; Class maximum: 7; Instructor | Eric Clay
These films are relatively short and leave time for friendly discussion. Curated film selections include “Fences,” “Our Town,” “Locke,” “Wit,” and “The Glass Menagerie.” There will be a break on April 23 and 30. $10 per class or $40 for series: Class minimum: 8; Class maximum: 40; Instructor | Preston Wilson
Improve your balance with this 12-week Tai Chi-based class modified for falls prevention. This evidence-based program is backed by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. 24 sessions; Tuesdays and Thursdays starting February 25. $40 for series; Instructor | Margaret Steffie
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