Courses

120B Joy of Painting - Seascape

Create Your Own Bob Ross-Style Masterpiece

Thursday, December 18, 2025, Aubury Fine Arts Center Room 107 (Near the Marshall Fredericks Museum)

129 Understanding Social Justice

What does social justice really mean, and why does it matter today?

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

130C All about Bubbles

Raise your glass and join OLLI for a fun and approachable introduction to the world of wine.

Monday, November 24, 2025, River Rock Cafe

138 A River Cruise through European History

Join us for a virtual journey through Europe as we follow the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers on a 15-day river cruise aboard the River Melody.

This course contains no sessions

142 November is Caregiver Month! Caring for Oneself while Caring for Another

Join JerryWilling, who shared a powerful program with OLLI a few years ago, as he returns to reflect on the challenges, rewards, and realities of being a family caregiver.

This course contains no sessions

143 Are We Entering the Marital Golden Age? - Avoiding Marital Disasters by Learning from Marital Masters

Back by popular demand, Jerry Willing returns with his engaging, insightful look at relationships and marriage.

November 19-26, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

144 Dementia Stages & Quality of Life

When we think of someone living with dementia, most of us picture the end stage of life when the effects are most noticeable.

Thursday, November 20, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

145 Healthy Traveler

Enhance your travel adventures with our meticulously crafted walking fitness course.

September 4, 2025 to December 18, 2025, Ryder Center - Fitness Center Track

146B Senior Strength Training - OCTOBER SESSION

This class is ideal for beginners and those already engaged in strength training, offering dynamic variations on familiar exercises.

This course contains no sessions

146C Senior Strength Training - NOVEMBER SESSION

This class is ideal for beginners and those already engaged in strength training, offering dynamic variations on familiar exercises.

November 13, 2025 to December 18, 2025, Ryder Center, Auxiliary Gym

147B Vitality Flow: Yoga for Wisdom & Wellness - OCTOBER SESSION

Join OLLI for a rejuvenating yoga class that enhances flexibility, strength, and mindfulness.

This course contains no sessions

147C Vitality Flow: Yoga for Wisdom & Wellness - NOVEMBER SESSION

Join OLLI for a rejuvenating yoga class that enhances flexibility, strength, and mindfulness.

November 13, 2025 to December 18, 2025, Ryder Center, Auxiliary Gym

148C Pilates - NOVEMBER SESSION

Whether you're brand new to Pilates or have some experience, you'll enjoy guided movements that boost flexibility, coordination, and overall well-being.

November 3-24, 2025, Ryder Center, Auxiliary Gym

15 Meadow Brook Hall Tour and Holiday Shopping

Discover the beauty and history of Meadow Brook Hall, a National Historic Landmark, museum, and the fourth-largest historic home in the country.

This course contains no sessions

156 Understanding and Managing Hand and Wrist Arthritis: A Guide for Everyone

The session will provide practical strategies for managing pain and enhancing hand function, includingexercises, adaptive devices, and lifestyle modifications.

This course contains no sessions

158C The American Civil War: Reconstruction

Explore the causes, conflict, and consequences of the American Civil War.

November 19, 2025 to December 10, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

16 Starbright Christmas at Victoria Playhouse - 2025

Celebrate the season with Starbright Christmas at the charming Victoria Playhouse in Petrolia, Ontario.

Tuesday, November 25, 2025, Parking Lot J1
Thursday, December 11, 2025, Parking Lot J1

160 Grant, Lee, and the Final Year of the Civil War: A Nation Forged in Fire

This course will review the final crucible of the Civil War, the last and most relentless and violent year from the spring of 1864 until the surrender at Appomattox.

October 28, 2025 to November 18, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

162 The Nuremberg Trials

Explore one of the most significant legal and historical events of the 20th century - the Nuremberg Trials.

October 17, 2025 to November 14, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 224

163 The Age of Alexander the Great and his Successors

Join historians Christina and Jason Szilagyi for a captivating look at the life, conquests, and legacy of Alexander the Great.

October 20, 2025 to November 24, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

166 Basket Making with Sue: Flowerpot with Cherokee Wheels

In this intermediate-level workshop, you'll create a stunning 9"x 9", 8" high woven flowerpot basket, complete with decorative Cherokee wheels.

This course contains no sessions

172C Fall OLLI Book Club: The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden

In this gripping psychological thriller, Sydney Shaw thinks she's finally found the perfect man - charming, handsome, and successful.

Monday, November 24, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

173 Creative Conservation

Join wildlife conservationist and former Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom host Stephanie Arne for an inspiring look at real-life conservation efforts.

This course contains no sessions

174 Legendary Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes: Tales from the Inland Seas

Explore the haunting stories of shipwrecks beneath the Great Lakes in this captivating course led by author and storyteller Anna Lardinois.

October 9, 2025 to November 13, 2025, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.

175 American History in Six Songs (Approximately)

Explore how music reflects and shapes American history - from indigenous traditions and colonialism to African influence and modern cultural shifts.

October 14, 2025 to November 18, 2025, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.

176 The Power of One in Steven Spielberg Films

Explore themes of morality and redemption in the films of Steven Spielberg through scene-by-scene analysis of Close Encounters, Lincoln, Bridge of Spies, Saving Private Ryan, Munich, and Schindler's List.

October 20, 2025 to November 24, 2025, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.

177 The Magic of Motown

Celebrate Motown's golden era - from its 1950s roots to its 1970s legacy - through iconic artists, timeless hits, and the label's groundbreaking impact on music and culture.

October 28, 2025 to December 2, 2025, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.

178 U.S. Supreme Court Roundup & Preview 2025-2026

This course will review major decisions issued by the U.S. Supreme Court during its 2024-2025 term and preview current cases pending before the Court during its October 2025 sitting.

This course contains no sessions

184 Tech Tuesday - Is a Smart Home Right for You? NEW DATE/LOCATION NOVEMBER 4, C223

Curious about smart home technology but not sure where to start? Discover how smart devices can add convenience, entertainment, and security to your everyday life.

This course contains no sessions

188 Getting to Know Your Android: Tips for Phones & Tablets

In this beginner-friendly session, you'll learn the essentials: how to download apps, access content, adjust settings,and navigate your device with confidence.

This course contains no sessions

189 Cloud Storage Made Easy: Protecting Your Digital Life

Cloud storage offers a simple, reliable way to back up and protect your digital information.

Monday, November 17, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

19 Inside the Action: A Tour of Mobile Medical Response (MMR)

Get an up-close look at how emergency medical care works with this behind the-scenes tour of Mobile Medical Response (MMR).

This course contains no sessions

192 Password Manager

This class will provide an overview of password managers available to manage all those pesky account passwords.

This course contains no sessions

193 Understanding Current TV Streaming Services

Today, there are so many options for TV streaming services.

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

194B Travel Book Discussions: One of Them: My Life Among the Maasai of Kenya

One of Them: My Life Among the Maasai of Kenya by Eti Dayan is a memoir that tells the remarkable personal story of how the Israeli author's life became intertwined with the Maasai people in Kenya.

This course contains no sessions

196 Journey to Kenya & Tanzania: An OLLI Member's African Adventure

Join a fellow OLLI member, Marvin Tegen, for a fascinating look at a recent trip to Kenya and Tanzania.

This course contains no sessions

197 Ancient Wonders of Egypt

Journey to the land of pharaohs and pyramids with OLLI member Deb Piotrowski as she shares her recent adventure through Egypt, one of the world's most fascinating civilizations.

Thursday, November 20, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

198 Discovering Costa Rica

Join fellow OLLI members Luis and Rosie Mulford as they share their recent adventure to Costa Rica.

Monday, December 8, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

199A Travel Preview: Hawaii - Oahu, the Big Island & Maui

Cross the Pacific to discover a state unlike any other.

Thursday, November 13, 2025, Curtiss Hall - Seminar Rooms D & E

199B Travel Preview: Egypt, Jordan & Nile River Cruise

Descend into a world of ancient wonders to discover the land behind the legends.

Thursday, November 13, 2025, Curtiss Hall - Seminar Rooms D & E

199C Travel Preview: Scotland: Glasgow, the Highlands & Edinburgh

Scotland's rugged landscapes and centuries-old fortresses tell the tale of a bold, brave people.

Thursday, November 13, 2025, Curtiss Hall - Seminar Rooms D & E

199E Travel Social Hour

Join fellow travelers for light refreshments and conversation. Share stories, ask questions, and get excited for your next OLLI Adventure!

Thursday, November 13, 2025, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

199F Travel Preview: New Year's Eve in Paris: The City Experience

Whether for romance, history, indulgence, or artistic inspiration, Paris is the destination for experiences you'll never forget.

Thursday, November 13, 2025, Curtiss Hall - Seminar Rooms D & E

20 A Taste of Tradition: Tour of Bay Port Fish Company

Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Bay Port Fish Company, one of Michigan's last remaining commercial fisheries.

This course contains no sessions