Facilitator: A.L.L. Staff
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Classes by this facilitator
Academy of Lifelong Learning Basic Full-Year Membership FY26
With 15-18 opportunities available each month, ALL provides enjoyable experiences in learning with a variety of opportunities to develop new friendships. We invite those ages 50 or better to begin the full benefits of an Academy membership: you can attend lectures, discussions and activity groups, presentations and hands-on activities. Travel opportunities and breakfast speaker programs are offered for a modest additional fee. Enjoy active learning and social interaction in a lively format!
July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026
Academy of Lifelong Learning Plus Full-Year Membership FY26
With 15 to 18 opportunities available each month, ALL provides enjoyable experiences in learning with a variety of opportunities to develop new friendships. We invite those ages 50 or better to begin the full benefits of an Academy membership: you can attend lectures, discussions and activity groups, presentations and hands-on activities. Travel opportunities and breakfast speaker programs are offered for a modest additional fee. Enjoy active learning and social interaction in a lively format! *Plus members enjoy all privileges of regular membership, plus 50 percent off most non-credit Community Education (CEW) classes. (Exceptions: culinary offerings, foreign languages and travel opportunities)
July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026
Adapted Yoga
Adapted Yoga is done seated in a chair and standing with the support of a chair. It offers the chance to relax and breathe, in addition to stretching, strengthening, and mobilizing your body. Join us in person or via Zoom. Zoom links are included in the monthly newsletter. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.
Friday, October 17, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Friday, October 31, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Friday, October 31, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Around Town
Around Town travels locally to learn about businesses, non-profit or government units, and nearby historical buildings or events. Participants arrange their own travel to meet at pre-arranged sites for tours, entertainment, and information from experts on the subject. View each session for the specific details. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, Bunn-O-Matic
Book Lovers
Book Lovers brings together those who share a love of reading. Different genres are read, lively discussions and opinions are shared in a respectful space. Book discussions are facilitated by a volunteer member of the group. Book Lovers' regular meeting time is the fourth Wednesday of each month. View each session for the specific details.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1105
Breakfast Round Table
Enjoy breakfast with other Academy members while hearing from a local speakers about topics of interest. View each session for the specific details.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, Route 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill and Museum
Conversations About Cultures
A lecture study of various cultures around the world. View each session for specific details.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, Kreher Agriculture Center Room K1115
Curious About Cultures Book Club (CAC Book Club)
Evening book club meets the second Tuesday of the month at 5:30. View each session for specific details.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1114
Flicks on Friday (FOF)
Bring your favorite movie snack to enjoy a classic movie (most are closed caption). View each session for details.
Friday, October 17, 2025, Trutter Center
GameOn!
Looking for a social, lively, and all-around fun time? GameOn! is the group for you! GameOn! wil feature a main game each month to bring everyone together. Members are encouraged to bring their own favorite games to share and play. View each session for details.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Hand and Foot
Hand & Foot is a fun and challenging card game. Want to learn to play? Contact the program chair to arrange for an instructor to meet you 30 minutes before play time. That's all it takes to be able to join the fun. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
History Hunters
History Hunters investigates historical events for analysis and group discussion. The topics focus on local, state, national and international events. The group meets on the second Tuesday at 10 a.m. in person and live streaming on Zoom. Immerse yourself in history through engaging speakers who make local and global events come alive! View each session for specific details.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Trutter Center
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg has a large group of regular participants, and the energy in the room is warm, social, fun and exciting. Any ALL member who knows the basics of this game is invited to join. If you have a Mah Jongg set, bring it for more play. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.
Monday, October 13, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, October 20, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, October 27, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, October 20, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, October 27, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Mah Jongg for Beginners
Learn the exciting and challenging game of Mah Jongg! ALL members who are interested in learning Mah Jongg or who would like to refresh their skills are invited. Attending all sessions is recommended.*** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.
Monday, October 20, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, October 27, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, November 3, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, October 27, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, November 3, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Meet, Greet & Eat Dinner
An opportunity to join other Academy of Lifelong Learning members for a meal and fellowship. Meal expenses are to be paid by the participant. View each session for the specific details.
Monday, October 27, 2025, Blue Margaritas
Meet, Greet & Eat Lunch
An opportunity to join other Academy of Lifelong Learning members for a meal and fellowship. Meal expenses are to be paid by the participant. View each session for the specific details.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, Yummy Crab
Pickleball
Noncompetitive pickleball play takes place most Friday afternoons from 1-3 p.m. at the Salvation Army. Our sessions are open play. The cost is $5 per session payable to the Salvation Army, please bring exact amount, change is not available. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.
Friday, October 17, 2025, Salvation Army
Friday, October 24, 2025, Salvation Army
Friday, October 31, 2025, Salvation Army
Friday, October 24, 2025, Salvation Army
Friday, October 31, 2025, Salvation Army
Pinochle
Pinochle players usually meet on the second Wednesday and the fourth Thursday of each month to play and have fun. Play is 3 handed and 4 handed, single deck, auction bidding pinochle. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, Trutter Center Room 1116
Wander on Wednesday (WOW)
Explore various sites throughout the year on these exciting day trips. View each session for the specific details. ***ALL Members may register anytime. ***Guest registration will open 10 business days before the trip if there are any seats remaining. Guests must select the Guest Registration Fee when registering online. Guests who enroll before the guest registration is open will be dropped from the course. Guests who enroll at the discounted member price will be required to pay the difference or their registration will be dropped.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign