Lifelong Learning started in the spring of 1998 and consists of volunteer-taught classes that inform, entertain and enlighten. From the original 15 classes and 139 participants, the program has increased almost tenfold! We now offer over 150 classes a year with more than 1000 registrations.
Semester dates:
Registration:
To sign up for a class, please submit to Lifelong (by mail or in person) a completed registration form (found in catalog) along with any fees. Class sizes may be limited and classes have been cancelled because of low enrollment or a seeming lack of interest due to the absence of pre-registrations. Early registration is encouraged.
All registrations will be processed in the order that they are received. Lifelong will send you a letter confirming your status as enrolled or wait-listed. (If you are wait-listed, we will call only if a space becomes available. If you don’t receive a call before the class starts, the class remains full.)
As the starting date of each class approaches, you will receive a reminder call for all classes in which you are registered. If you cannot attend the class, please call to let us know in a timely manner.
When registering in person, please do so between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the front desk.
Lifelong Learning class fees range from free to $40 a class. Course fees are indicated by the series number:
(000) series are free
(100) series are $10
(200) series are $20
(300) series are $30
(400) series are $40 or 3 courses for $100
Activity class fees are $5 drop-in per class, or, for members only, $30 a month for unlimited classes in either Health and Wellness or Creative Arts and Language Activities. Offsite classes do not require membership unless opting for the $30/month benefit.
No one will be denied because of an inability to pay registration fees. Need-based scholarships, provided by the Community Foundation, are available. If you need and are eligible for a scholarship, fill out the box on the back of the Membership/Waiver/Donor Form.
Payments can be made in cash, or by check or credit card.
When registering in person, please do so between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the front desk.
Additional material fees are noted and due at the time of registering. The materials fee is non-refundable, unless you cancel 2 weeks prior to the class.
As of July 1, 2009, a $5.00 administrative fee will be charged for any refund requests due to cancellations by participants.
A limited number of need-based scholarships are available to those who earn less than $1400 gross income per month (single household) or less than $1900 gross income per month for a two-person household. Please see our membership and course registration applications for more information.
Class Evaluations
Lifelong evaluates all the classes on a regular basis and welcomes your feedback. Evaluation forms are available in the front office or you can download one by clicking here.
Cancellation Policy
Lifelong reserves the right to cancel programs for lack of enrollment or other circumstances. If a class is canceled or rescheduled we will do our best to notify you well in advance.
Inclement or Severe Weather Policy
When the Ithaca City School District is closed because of inclement weather conditions, our facility will be closed and all classes and activities (onsite and off-site) cancelled. If the ICSD classes are delayed, all Lifelong activities and classes before noon (on site and off-site) will be cancelled. Tune into WHCU News Talk 870AM radio for announcements.
Assistance & Accommodation
Lifelong seeks to provide program accessibility for people of all abilities. If you have questions or need accommodation during your participation in a class or activity, please notify a staff person when you register.
Membership
Along with any class fees, membership is required to participate in courses or activities held during regular business hours onsite at Lifelong. Twelve-month membership dues are $25.00 for an individual and $40.00 for a household of two. Membership contributions are essential to keep our programs and organization running.
Evening and offsite classes do not require membership, but may have a course fee.
Cell Phone Policy
Please turn off your cell phone or put it in silent mode during classes or presentations.
Advertising
A nonprofit corporation, Lifelong is financed through a combination of public and private funds, including contributions from members, participants, and friends. If you’re interested in advertising, please contact Lifelong at call (607) 273-1511.
Parking
Lifelong is fortunate to have parking available in the front and rear of the building on a first-come, first-served basis while attending Lifelong functions. Our rear parking lot consists of the two rows of spaces closest to Lifelong. If you park in any other space, your vehicle may be towed at your expense.
Participants are expected to refrain from parking in either of Lifelong’s parking lots while running errands elsewhere.
If necessary, there is metered parking on West Court and Buffalo Streets and non-metered spots on Geneva, Cascadilla, Farm, and Plain Streets.
Disclaimer
Lifelong is not affiliated with any political organization or party or with any particular faith. The opinions and views expressed by class instructors are their own and are not necessarily shared by all people, nor do they reflect the views of Lifelong. Lifelong does not allow any trading or selling of goods by the volunteer instructors on the premises.
