This course empowers you to become an active environmental conservationist through simple, impactful changes in your home and garden. You'll learn practical strategies for reducing waste, conserving natural resources, and making mindful garden choices that directly benefit the planet and foster a healthy ecosystem in your backyard.

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No session is currently available for registration

Critical thinking is important for many reasons, including being a better citizen. As conspiracy theories abound, studying and analyzing the facts, evidence, and truth becomes increasingly important. We will cover the challenges, logic, the fallacies, and the solutions in arriving at the best conclusions. Insights into the brain as well as why science represents the ultimate in evidence-based decisions will be studied. Approaches to critical thinking and the best fact-checking sites will be covered.

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Wednesdays; Sept 17, 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, BUS, Ukrop Auditorium Q162 (8 seats (8%) remaining)

This class will provide a concise guide exploring ten practical applications of generative AI specifically designed for adults over 50. From health management and memoir writing to travel planning and financial organization, this presentation offers straightforward strategies to enhance daily life. Perfect for seniors curious about AI technology but unsure where to begin. We'll include actionable starting points for immediate implementation.

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Monday, 11/10, TBD - UR Campus ( No seats currently available )

Islam's entry into the Indian subcontinent was a gradual process spanning several centuries, primarily through trade and later through military conquest. Arab traders established contact with India initially on the western coast along the Gujarat and Malabar areas. These Arab traders became the key figures in introducing faith to the region. Evidence suggest early Muslim settlements began along the coast with mosques being built as early as the 7th century.

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No session is currently available for registration

Come on a guided tree walk with one of our horticulture professionals to see all of the colorful foliage throughout Maymont's rolling hills peppered with historic state and national champion trees. Fall is a beautiful time to visit! Be sure to wear good walking shoes. The terrain includes hills and flat areas, grass, and paved pathways.

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Tuesday, 11/4, Maymont ( No seats currently available )

This course offers a broad overview of four specific psychotherapeutic approaches used in clinical mental health: Person-Centered Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. Many clinicians combine aspects of various approaches depending on the client's needs (e.g. regarding trauma).

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Tuesdays, 11/11 & 11/18, BML, Adams Auditorium ( No seats currently available )

The 500-Year Forest Foundation conserves mature forests and the biologically diverse species they nurture. Come hear how this non-profit organization works in partnership with private landowners to help ensure their forests are protected into the future.

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Tuesday, 12/9, TBD - UR Campus

Have you found some of your ancestors, collected information, started a family tree... and want to do more? This class will help you make sense of what you have, expand your research skills, learn to use more advanced tools and techniques, and broaden your knowledge of genealogical resources. The goal is to build on what you have already done and add to the depth and breadth of your family history.

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Mondays and Thursdays, Oct 20, 23, 27, 30, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156

We will survey the development, operational use, and subsequent evolution of the world's first operational cruise missile, the V-1; and the world's first operational ballistic missile, the V-2. The course will be broken into four parts: the post-WWI environment that led to development of these missiles; the V-1 cruise missile in operational service; the V-2 ballistic missile in operational service; and early US Air Force missile development based on these two designs.

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Thursday, 12/18, GOTW, Auditorium Room A001 (4 seats (6%) remaining)

Discover some classic and modern holiday flavors for a smaller crowd: Brined and Roasted Turkey Breast, Scratch Green Bean Casserole, Cheesy Chive Mashed Potatoes, Sourdough Stuffing and Gravy, and Pumpkin Pecan Pie. Class may run over/under the allotted time. Fees are non-refundable unless we are able to fill your vacated slot.

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Thursday, 11/13, Kitchen Classroom ( No seats currently available )
Thursday, 11/20, Kitchen Classroom

Learn how native plants provide ecological services to native members of the animal kingdom, why these services are vital, and why invasive plants aren't able to provide these services. Discover dozens of examples of plants that have become invasive in Virginia, and get inspired about the many native plants that we can intentionally plant on our property that not only play nicely with other plants, but also enhance biodiversity.

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Thursday, 11/6, WHC, Living Room (Deanery) (6 seats (11%) remaining)

Mughal Architecture in India refers to the distinctive Indo-Islamic style that flourished under the Mughal emperors from the 16th to 19th Centuries. This style is characterized by its use of arches, domes, and minarets, blending Persian, Turkish, and Indian architectural traditions. Key features include bulbous domes, slender minarets, large gateways and intricate ornamentation. Notable examples include the TajMahal, Red Fort in Delhi and Agra, Humayuns Tomb, Fatehpur Sikri, Jama Masjid, and Shalimar Gardens.

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Monday, 11/17, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156

Osher is having its own Trivia Night -- but in the afternoon. Come join us for this new, fun event. We are bringing in the local expert, Ball of Fire, to run the event, and we'll have snacks and beverages to sustain you when the competition gets tough! Come join us!

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Thursday, Nov 20, THC, Alice Haynes Room

Plastics are everywhere. We use them constantly, store and cook our food in them, and wear them as polyester clothing. We travel in plastic cars and airplanes. But plastics are not biodegradable. Recent studies indicate that we're eating, drinking, and breathing increasing amounts of tiny micro- and nano-plastics. This course will discuss strategies to reduce our plastic consumption, and refer to recent studies of the health problems these substances may cause.

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Tuesdays; 12/2, 12/9 & 12/16, TBD - UR Campus ( No seats currently available )

This course will highlight how climate change is making Richmond hotter and stormier, with historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged communities bearing the greatest impacts. It will provide an overview of RVAgreen 2050, and explain how the city partners with communities across Richmond to address the causes of climate change and build climate readiness and resilience.

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Wednesday, 11/5, BUS, Ukrop Auditorium Q162

The Enneagram is a powerful tool that can be used to understand self and others. This class will cover a brief introduction and history of the Enneagram followed by class attendees participating in teaching the Nine Types to others via the Narrative oral wisdom Tradition.

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Fridays, Oct 24, 31, Nov 7, 14, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156

Before machines cut through Suez and Panama, magnificent canals and aqueducts graced civilizations from ancient times to the Industrial Revolution. In this class, we follow the story of how humans learned to move water. Cultures that began with primitive irrigation channels would one day build canals that joined Europe to Asia and the Mediterranean to the Atlantic. These canals changed the world long before the age of steam, internal combustion engines, or electric power.

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Tuesdays, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Synchronous Online

Let's explore the ocean floor: a hidden world of vast ridges, deep trenches, volcanoes, and plateaus. Learn how powerful forces beneath the Earth shape the seafloor, drive ocean circulation, and influence global climate. From the Atlantic to the Pacific and beyond, discover why the ocean floor holds the keys to understanding our dynamic planet.

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Monday, 11/10, JAC, Robins Pavilion 151 (14 seats (8%) remaining)

This course will explore the rotator cuff, providing an understanding of its structure, function, and significance. Common causes of rotator cuff injuries will be examined, along with insights into why surgical intervention is not always necessary. Students will gain valuable knowledge about alternative treatment options and factors to consider when managing rotator cuff-related issues. Students will also learn why the shoulder muscles can cause neck, elbow, and thumb pain.

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Tuesday, Nov 11, Special Programs Building, Room 160

This course provides an introduction to the sociology of religion, an important field within the discipline of sociology. Religion is one of the most powerful sources of social cohesion, order, meaning, disruption, protest, and change in human societies, both historically and today in the modern world. Sociology provides a particular disciplinary perspective and analytical tools and theories for describing, understanding, and explaining the nature and influence of religion.

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Tuesdays, Oct 21, 28, Nov 4, JPSN, Room 109 ( No seats currently available )

This new class is designed for homeowners and those who just want to learn more about ornamental trees. Learn the many benefits of trees and some common challenges, as well as what to do and what to avoid when choosing, planting, and caring for trees.

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Friday, 12/5, TBD - UR Campus ( No seats currently available )

In today's society, Science has become controversial and people often find it difficult to define what it is. This seminar traces Science from its pre-historic beginnings through epochs of missteps, stagnation, and near-extinction up to the present day and, while doing so, highlights the critical steps involved in the development of Science. This evolution was undirected and resulted in an institution unique among human endeavors.

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Mondays, Oct 27 and Nov 3, GOTW, Auditorium Room A001

With the holidays coming, there's no better time to sample six cheeses paired with six wines and find your favorites to share on your holiday table! Class may run over/under the allotted time.

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Thursday, 11/6, Kitchen Classroom ( No seats currently available )