Courses
301 Tour of Marshall Fredericks Sculpture Museum at SVSU
The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum and Jo Anne and Donald Peterson Sculpture Garden features a unique collection of more than 200 sculptures that span the 70-year career of "America's Public Sculptor," Marshall M. Fredericks (1908-1998).
June 13, 2023 to July 11, 2023, Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
June 13, 2023 to July 11, 2023, Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
304 Jewelry Making - You Can Do It!
In this class, you will learn to select bead colors, find out what all those tools do, and what exactly a "finding" is.
May 8, 2023 to June 12, 2023, Arbury Fine Arts Center Room 157
May 8, 2023 to June 12, 2023, Arbury Fine Arts Center Room 157
305 Jewelry-Making Workshop
This class is for you if you have taken a basic jewelry-making class, know a few techniques, and are ready to explore and design further.
June 19, 2023 to July 17, 2023, Arbury Fine Arts Center Room 157
June 19, 2023 to July 17, 2023, Arbury Fine Arts Center Room 157
306 Stitching on Denim
In this class, you will turn your everyday, comfy denim pieces into one-of-a-kind, contemporary fashions.
July 24, 2023 to August 14, 2023, Arbury Fine Arts Center Room 157
July 24, 2023 to August 14, 2023, Arbury Fine Arts Center Room 157
307 Make Your Own Marshmallow!
In this appetizing class you will get to explore what ratio of sugar to corn syrup produces the best-tasting and best-textured marshmallows!
Wednesday, June 21, 2023, Memorial Park Building - Freeland (Behind Taco Bell)
Wednesday, June 21, 2023, Memorial Park Building - Freeland (Behind Taco Bell)
308 Art of Making French Macarons
This class is designed to help you succeed in mastering the macaron.
Wednesday, July 26, 2023, Memorial Park Building - Freeland (Behind Taco Bell)
Wednesday, July 26, 2023, Memorial Park Building - Freeland (Behind Taco Bell)
309 Become a Backyard Pitmaster
Join OLLI for a class with Pitmaster Steve Seige as he demonstrates how to prep, season and smoke brisket.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
311 Wine 101
Join us for a tasting at the longest-operating, largest, and most-awarded winery in the state!
Monday, August 7, 2023, St Julian Winery & Distillery
Monday, August 7, 2023, St Julian Winery & Distillery
313 The Art of Making Sushi
Join Chef Craig Feibke for another enjoyable cooking class at Fusion 1 Cafe.
Monday, June 19, 2023, Fusion 1 Cafe
Monday, June 19, 2023, Fusion 1 Cafe
314 Ice Cream Social
Join us for some ice cream, conversation, and fun.
Wednesday, August 2, 2023, The Farm at Apple Acres
Wednesday, August 2, 2023, The Farm at Apple Acres
315 MI Table
Come have a seat and taste Pure Michigan at MI Table, which is a farm-to-table style restaurant that highlights Michigan produce, fish, and game.
Tuesday, August 22, 2023, MI Table
Tuesday, August 22, 2023, MI Table
316 Great Supreme Court Justices and Decisions
This class features PowerPoint lectures on current members of the Court, the 12 most important Court cases in U.S. history, and the greatest Supreme Court Justices.
Thursday, July 27, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Thursday, July 27, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
320 Beatles
Fun facts about about the Fab Four you may or may not know.
Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
321A Senior Strength Training - DATE CHANGE - STARTING MAY 4 - NO CLASS MAY 30
This class is for anyone already strength training but wanting a fun, group class to kick it up a notch.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
321B Senior Strength Training - STARTING JUNE 6
This class is for anyone already strength training but wanting a fun, group class to kick it up a notch.
June 6-29, 2023, Ryder Center, Auxiliary Gym
June 6-29, 2023, Ryder Center, Auxiliary Gym
322A Ditch the Workout and Join the Party! - STARTING MAY 10
Zumba is a fitness dance class that combines Latin American-influenced dance moves with songs from various genres.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
323 Spin Class
Never tried indoor cycling? No worries - our spin instructor will guide and coach you every step of the way!
August 2-23, 2023, Ryder Center, Room 246
August 2-23, 2023, Ryder Center, Room 246
324 Gentle Beginner's Yoga
Yoga is a calm, yet exhilarating, total-body conditioning exercise.
August 1-22, 2023, Ryder Center, Room 244
August 1-22, 2023, Ryder Center, Room 244
328 A Brief Introduction to the Physical and Cultural Geography of Chile
Discover Chili - Landscape, Culture and Economy
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
329B Dementia or Just Aging? SESSION TWO - JUNE 8
In this class, we will discuss he signs of normal aging and dementia.
Thursday, June 8, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Thursday, June 8, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
329C Dementia or Just Aging? SESSION THREE - JULY 13
In this class, we will discuss he signs of normal aging and dementia.
Thursday, July 13, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Thursday, July 13, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
330 Why Meditate?
Why meditate? What do you expect? How will you practice meditation? When will you start?
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
331B My Life Book - SESSION STARTING JUNE 8
Take charge of your habits to lead a healthier life.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
331C My Life Book - SESSION STARTING JULY 27
Take charge of your habits to lead a healthier life.
July 27, 2023 to August 17, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
July 27, 2023 to August 17, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
332B Legacy Journaling and Meditation - SESSION STARTING JUNE 5
We will explore the many methods of leaving a "memory book(s)" for your loved ones to share with generations to come.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
332C Legacy Journaling and Meditation - SESSION STARTING JULY 10
We will explore the many methods of leaving a "memory book(s)" for your loved ones to share with generations to come.
July 10, 2023 to August 7, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 140
July 10, 2023 to August 7, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 140
333B Thought for Food - SESSION STARTING AUGUST 1
It's becoming more difficult to know what's good for us! Food labels use buzz words to fool us into thinking we're making the right decision.
August 1-22, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
August 1-22, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
334B Living Mindfully - SESSION STARTING AUGUST 1
Learn the art of habit tracking, design your own daily rituals, and define your evolving purpose.
August 1-22, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
August 1-22, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
335A Exploring Meditation - SESSION STARTING MAY 4
This class will show you how to meditate properly, the benefits of regular meditation practice, and the styles of meditation.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
335B Exploring Meditation - SESSION STARTING JUNE 8
This class will show you how to meditate properly, the benefits of regular meditation practice, and the styles of meditation.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
335C Exploring Meditation - SESSION STARTING JULY 27
This class will show you how to meditate properly, the benefits of regular meditation practice, and the styles of meditation.
July 27, 2023 to August 17, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
July 27, 2023 to August 17, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
336 Balance Education
This class will help you learn how to improve your balance to varying degrees, including a segment on simple exercises that can be done with a chair.
June 6-27, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
June 6-27, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
337 Simple Stretches to Avoid Pain and Stiffness
Learn some simple stretches to treat pain and stiffness.
May 2, 2023 to June 13, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 140
May 2, 2023 to June 13, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 140
341 Pelvic Health Exercise Series - DATES CHANGED TO 5/10, 6/14, 7/12, 8/9
Join the pelvic health team from Renue Physical Therapy for a Pelvic Health Exercise Series!
May 10, 2023 to August 9, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
May 10, 2023 to August 9, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 222
343 Michigan History
Join instructors Christina and Jason Szilagyi to take a tour through the history of the Great Lakes State from its initial native settlement to recent days.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
344 The Empire Strikes Back - The Falkland War
This class will examine the war between Argentina and England over the Falkland Islands from April to June 1982.
July 24, 2023 to August 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 140
July 24, 2023 to August 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 140
345 Great Moments in the History of Medicine: The Medication Revolution
You may have noticed the proliferation of ads for new medicines for some familiar old diseases: Diabetes, Psoriasis, Crohn's, Rheumatoid, etc. So, why are these medicines so good? And why are they so expensive? Are they worth it?
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
346 The Goodridge Brothers of Saginaw
The presentation will discuss the lives of these nationally-recognized black photographers and will be followed by a walking tour using their images to explore the history of downtown Saginaw.
Wednesday, August 23, 2023, SVSU Riverfront Saginaw Classroom
Wednesday, August 23, 2023, SVSU Riverfront Saginaw Classroom
348 A Woman's Place is Under the Dome: The Michigan State Capitol and the Women's Suffrage Movement
Hear inspiring work and relive some of Michigan's most important suffrage moments under the dome with Capitol historian and curator Valorie Marvin.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 224
Wednesday, June 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 224
349B Basic Floral Design - JUNE 7
Get in touch with your creative side while learning tips for making floral arrangements that will dazzle your family and friends.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
349C Basic Floral Design - JULY 19
Get in touch with your creative side while learning tips for making floral arrangements that will dazzle your family and friends.
Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Aubury Fine Arts Center Room 107 (Near the Marshall Fredericks Museum)
Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Aubury Fine Arts Center Room 107 (Near the Marshall Fredericks Museum)
351 Pickleball
Looking for a fun way to get some exercise this summer? Consider pickleball - a very popular game for all ages!
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
353 Genealogy
This course is designed to help family historians who have little or no experience with genealogy research.
June 7-21, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
June 7-21, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
356 OLLI Inside Look: Saginaw Wastewater Treatment Facility
The Saginaw Water Treatment Plant has been operating since September 29, 1929, and is one of the largest drinking water plants in the state with a maximum treatment capacity of 52 million gallons per day (MGD).
Wednesday, June 21, 2023, Saginaw Water Treatment Plant - main entrance foyer
Wednesday, June 21, 2023, Saginaw Water Treatment Plant - main entrance foyer
357 An OLLI Inside Look: Hemlock Semiconductor - DATE CHANGED TO WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16
Hemlock Semiconductor is a leading provider of high-purity polysilicon products for the electronic and solar power industries.
Wednesday, August 16, 2023, Hemlock Semiconductor Operations
Wednesday, August 16, 2023, Hemlock Semiconductor Operations
358 An OLLI Inside Look: The Zilwaukee Bridge
Join OLLI on this unique opportunity as we explore the inside of the Zilwaukee Bridge.
Monday, June 12, 2023, Zilwaukee Bridge
Monday, June 12, 2023, Zilwaukee Bridge
359 Creating a Bird-Friendly Yard - DATE AND TIME CHANGED TO THURSDAY, AUGUST 10 FROM 10AM TO 12PM
Bird feeding is a popular activity for people of all ages!
Thursday, August 10, 2023, Chippewa Nature Center
Thursday, August 10, 2023, Chippewa Nature Center
363 Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes: A History of Passenger Steamships on the Inland Seas
Author Joel Stone will examine how, through much of the nineteenth century, steam-powered ships provided one of the most reliable and comfortable transportation options in the United States, becoming a critical partner in railroad expansion and the heart of a thriving recreation industry.
Monday, June 12, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Monday, June 12, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
364 Book Discussion - "Arsenal of Democracy"
OLLI member Beacher Pearce will host this book discussion prior to our day trip visit to the Yankee Air Museum on June 6. This book discussion is open to anyone, whether or not you are registering for the day trip to the Yankee Air Museum; however, you must be registered by May 1 in order to receive the book on time.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
365 Writing Stories One Piece at a Time
Whether memoir or fiction, this class offers techniques on getting started and finishing a piece.
June 15-22, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
June 15-22, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
366 Fun Experiments in Chemistry
Join OLLI for experiments that teach everyday applications of chemistry in a fun, hands-on approach.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
368 "Tech Tuesday" - All About Electric Vehicles
Join OLLI member Carolyn Zelinski in a discussion about EVs - how they work, what is the cost versus savings, what type of vehicle support is available and much more!
Tuesday, August 15, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Tuesday, August 15, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
370 Internet Security - Stay Safe from Scams
This class will teach the fundamentals of internet safety so you can explore the online world with confidence.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
371 Password Manager - DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO JUNE 16
Everything we use today has a username and password, but how are you supposed to remember all those accounts? T
Friday, June 16, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 141
Friday, June 16, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 141
373 Cloud Storage
In this class, you will learn how to utilize the cloud to keep valuable information safe and easy to access from anywhere.
This course contains no sessions
This course contains no sessions
374 Google Apps - LOCATION CHANGED TO C141
Learn all about the different free applications that Google offers.
June 7-14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 141
June 7-14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 141
375 Apple Pay
More businesses are accepting mobile phone payment via iPhone because it is hygienic, fast, and easy.
Wednesday, July 26, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Wednesday, July 26, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
376 Viruses and How to Clean Your Computer
Viruses, malware, and spyware are all scary computer terms you may not be familiar with. Learn what it all means and how you can prevent it.
August 1-8, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 141
August 1-8, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 141
377 Collette Travel App
Enhance your travel tour with this easy-to-use digital companion that never leaves your side.
Tuesday, July 25, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Tuesday, July 25, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
379 Everyday Helpful Travel Apps
Are you getting ready to travel to another country? The apps, covered in this workshop, may help make your trip a little less stressful.
Tuesday, July 25, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Tuesday, July 25, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
380 Pack for Your Next Trip Like a Pro
Learn how to pack for your next trip using special packing techniques.
Monday, August 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
Monday, August 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
381 Band of Brothers - LOCATION CHANGED TO C 100
Join Jason Szilagyi and OLLI as we watch and discuss the powerful miniseries.
June 1, 2023 to July 27, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 100
June 1, 2023 to July 27, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 100
383 I, Claudius (Part I) - DATES CHANGED TO JULY 24, AUGUST 7, 14, 21, 28
Join instructor Christina De Clerck-Szilagyi as we look at the 1976 BBC adaption of Robert Graves' classic novel telling the story of the Julio-Claudian Caesars.
July 24, 2023 to August 28, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 224
July 24, 2023 to August 28, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 224
384 An OLLI Inside Look: The Zilwaukee Bridge - Additional Session
Join OLLI on this unique opportunity as we explore the inside of the Zilwaukee Bridge.
Monday, June 12, 2023, Zilwaukee Bridge
Monday, June 12, 2023, Zilwaukee Bridge
385 Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise Travel Preview
Travel Preview of Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise 2024 Trip
Tuesday, June 13, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 100
Tuesday, June 13, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Room 100
386 Travel Preview for The Canadian Maritimes Trip
Travel preview for the 2024 Fall Foliage Tour: The Canadian Maritimes Trip
Monday, September 11, 2023, Curtiss Hall - Seminar Room D - Second Floor
Monday, September 11, 2023, Curtiss Hall - Seminar Room D - Second Floor
387 Travel Preview for Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini
Travel Preview for the 2024 Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini Trip
Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall - Seminar Room D - Second Floor
Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall - Seminar Room D - Second Floor
August 9, 2023 Monthly Meeting - There is No Shame in Taking Care of Your Mental Health
Join OLLI for this Monthly Meeting to strengthen your mental resilience and take care of your mental health!
Wednesday, August 9, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Banquet Rooms
Wednesday, August 9, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Banquet Rooms
June 14, 2023 Monthly Meeting - Capitol Women: Librarians, Clerks, Janitresses and Lawmakers (1879-1940); Pioneering Women At Work Under the Dome
Learn about these trailblazing women and the rules - written and unspoken - that both limited and inspired their successes with Capitol Historian & Curator Valerie Marvin.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Banquet Rooms
Wednesday, June 14, 2023, Curtiss Hall, Banquet Rooms