Courses

(CINT203) WHERE HAVE ALL THE SHRIMP BOATS GONE? HUMOR, HISTORY AND HERITAGE

This is a deep dive into the 100-year history of shrimping in Beaufort County, SC. This comprehensive two-hour course covers notable firsthand milestones.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(CINT204) GETTING STARTED IN GENEALOGY

Whether you are already looking for records or don't have a clue how to begin, there are easy steps you can take to grow your family tree. This class will help you get moving in the right direction.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(CINT209) WHAT'S HAPPENING ON THE ISLAND FROM THE OFFICE OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS?

Learn more about what the Town's public art projects, the annual Crescendo Celebration of Art and Culture, and the Lantern Parade. Find out what projects are coming for this year and how you can get involved.

Thursday, April 9, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(CRE200) AMERICAN QUILTS - 250+ YEARS OF CLOTH, COMFORT AND CREATIVITY

Quilts, an expression of art, comfort, and love, are also tellers of history, stories, and cultures. Quilts are displayed in many museums around the world. Quilting is accessible to anyone with basic/beginner skills, an urge for self-expression, and an eye for beauty.

Thursday, February 19, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(CRE202) DIY SUGAR SCRUB_YOULL MAKE TWO UNIQUE SCRUBS

Create two custom sugar scrubs in Wendala's hands-on class using a provided base, essential oils, and sugars. Learn about each ingredient's skincare benefits while crafting your blends-all materials included.

Monday, March 2, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(CRE207) GREETING CARD MAKING IS AN ART

We will create 3 beautiful greeting cards for you to keep and display or send to friends and family. Learn techniques including stamping, die cutting, embossing, and coloring.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026, HHI campus

(CUL200) HYDRATING FOODS FOR BODY AND MIND

Throughout the seasons, it is vital to stay well hydrated. This course will explore hydrating foods and beverages, with creative recipes and quick go-to solutions.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(CUL202) AN ITALIAN FAVORITE_CHICKEN MARSALA

The various scallopine dishes, Marsala, Piccata, Francese, etc., have long been staples in Italian households as well as on neighborhood Italian restaurant menus. Rich Buffa will demonstrate how relatively simple it is to prepare and serve one of the favorites - Chicken Marsala.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(ECO202) LOWCOUNTRY CRITTERS: ALLIGATORS TO ZOOPLANKTON

This class will cover a variety of plants and animals you need to know about if you live here. We'll learn how to tell all those white wading birds apart, talk about reptiles, mammals, fish and some invertebrates.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(ECO204) BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY OF WHALES IN THE NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

The session will discuss the biology, ecology, and traditional and new research techniques used to learn about whales of the North Atlantic.

Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(ECO216) LANDSCAPING FOR A HEALTHY BACKYARD ECOSYSTEM

Do you like nature, but realize you are not truly a part of it? Learn why we need to improve our backyard ecosystems, and the components needed.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(EVENT3) VINS De FRANCE-A TASTE OF THE WINES OF FRANCE

Explore the wines of France while mastering tasting techniques and uncovering how grape varieties shape aromas, flavors and character.

Thursday, February 26, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(EVENT4) SIPS AND STRIPES-A TASTE OF THE WINES OF THE U.S.A.

Explore the wines of the U.S.A. while mastering tasting techniques and uncovering how grape varieties shape aromas, flavors and character.

Friday, March 13, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(EVENT5) ST PATTY'S DAY LUCKY BUNCO

If you can roll dice and spot a 3 Of A Kind, you can play BUNCO! Join us for a fast-paced, social game with treats, prizes, and plenty of fun with fellow OLLI students.

Monday, March 16, 2026, HHI campus

(HEA204) FROM LAB TO LIFE: THE JOURNEY OF THE NEW SAFE DRUGS

Ever wonder what it takes to discover a brand-new pharmaceutical drug and bring it to the market for patients to safely use? Join us and find out.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(HEA206) LET'S TALK ABOUT A-FIB AND STROKE - AM I AT RISK?

Learn the signs, ways to help prevent A-Fib, and how to reduce your stroke risk if you already have it. Dr. Alikakos will also share the latest advances in treatment and prevention, including innovative options like The Watchman procedure.

Thursday, March 5, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(HEA208) ADVANCES IN PRECISION MEDICINE TO IMPROVE TREATMENT OUTCOMES

Managing medication treatment is essential for people with 5+ medications (polypharmacy) and 2+ medical conditions, (comorbidities) such as cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, diabetes, kidney, depression, and other conditions.

Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(HEA209) ADVICE FROM A GERIATRICIAN

Join us for a day with a geriatrician to explore ageism and its impact on culture, economy, and healthcare. Learn about biological aging, gender differences in drug prescribing, and strategies for navigating the healthcare system.

Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(HIS200) SECRETS OF THE SEA PINES SHELL RING

For many years, archaeologist have been working to uncover the deeply buried secrets left behind by the people who built the Sea Pines Shell Ring. This course will review the past decade of archaeology at the Ring and what it was used for.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(HIS202) THE SOUTHERN CAMPAIGN IN THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR

After failing to subdue the Northern colonies, Britain shifted its strategy south. This two-session presentation explores key events in South Carolina-from the 1776 attempt on Charleston to its fall in 1780-culminating in Cornwallis' surrender at Yorktown and continued partisan conflict

February 18-25, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus
February 18-25, 2026, Live on Zoom

(HIS205) PALMETTO BLUFF - WHERE NATURE AND MAN COEXIST

Palmetto Bluff has been used by man for centuries - each steward leaving their mark in one way or another. Join the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy as we discuss the ecological timeline of Palmetto Bluff and the work the Conservancy conducts every day to manage this gem of the Lowcountry.

Monday, March 2, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus
Monday, March 2, 2026, Live on Zoom

(HIS215) CULTURAL PROPERTY PROTECTION BY THE US ARMED FORCES: IDEALS AND REALITIES

The film-'The Monuments Men' depicted protection of cultural property during World War II. Military operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, and other countries also have required the US forces to protect cultural property in conflict zones.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(HIS227) THE ORIGINS OF THE GREAT DEPRESSION

Economists and Historians are still debating the causes of the Great Depression. It is a complex topic, but well worth looking at.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(HIS233) THE HISTORY OF GLOBAL PANDEMICS AND EPIDEMICS

We recently experienced the COVID-19 pandemic, which some estimate has killed upwards of 20 million people, and changed our culture and economy in innumerable ways. Diseases have shaped the world from the beginning of recorded history.

Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(TECH200) AVIATION PHOTOGRAPHY-AN INTRODUCTION

Exploring the unique challenges and requirements for aviation photography including equipment, exposure, and shutter settings, which differ for propellor vs. jet aircraft. Topics include composition for both static and airborne aircraft.

Thursday, March 26, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(TECH201) "CATCH ME IF YOU CAN" - TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES IN FORENSIC SCIENCE

Popular television shows like CSI, NCIS, and Forensic Files reveal its appeal. Since Sherlock Holmes's time, crime-solving has evolved dramatically. This presentation explores today's cutting-edge forensic technologies.

Monday, March 30, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(WRI203) THE PERFORMING ARTS MEET THE WRITTEN WORD

The Performing Arts provide a wealth of robust stories for authors who love to write historical fiction, biographies and more. Let's explore a rich example and discuss what we learn from The Great Passion by James Runcie, who also wrote the famous PBS Grantchester series set in Great Britain.

Thursday, April 23, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus