Fredericksburg

Kickoff/Orientation

In-person

Fredericksburg OLLI Spring 2025 Open House

Come enjoy wine and snacks and learn about the interesting and educational programs available through the TTU OLLI program in Fredericksburg.

Lubbock

Kickoff/Orientation

In-person

Lubbock OLLI Spring 2025 Open House

Join us for an open house with OLLI! Come register for classes, become a member and meet others. This is a come-and-go event with light refreshments provided.

Abilene

Kickoff/Orientation

In-person

Abilene OLLI Spring 2025 Open House

Come by the afternoon of Thursday, Jan. 16, to pick up extra spring catalogs, meet some of our spring semester instructors, other lifelong learners and find out what OLLI is all about. We’ll have snacks and soft drinks.

Lubbock

Arts and Culture

Hybrid

The Stories Behind Some of Our Greatest Love Songs

Join Larry Hess, BMEd, M.M., for this enchanting exploration into the captivating history of love songs, and uncover the intriguing tales behind your favorite romantic anthems. From ancient odes to modern ballads, discover how these timeless melodies have evolved and shaped our understanding of love throughout the ages. This talk promises to ignite your passion for music and romance in ways you never imagined!

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Happier and Healthier Aging Through Writing

Examine the research behind the benefits of writing to keep maturing brains healthy. Then dive into discussion about writing for pleasure versus writing to publish, developing a writing practice and where to find inspiration. Work through in-class writing exercises and leave this class with activities, exercises and a road map to continue your writing journey or create a new path to a happier, healthier you.

Instructor Lauren Cassel Brownell is the author of “Zen and the Art of Housekeeping” and “Dying to Donate.” She has written for magazines, newspapers and online outlets, and two of her plays have been produced locally.

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Introduction to Chess

With over 800 million players worldwide, chess has captivated inquisitive minds since its origin in India around 600 C.E. Today, the game remains so intricate that fewer than 1,500 grandmasters actively compete. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to chess, covering its rich history, the board and the pieces, along with essential game principles. By the end, you’ll gain an appreciation for chess’s depth, along with skills to play competitive games with family and friends. You may even feel inspired to join tournaments or pursue lessons to advance further as a player. Registration is for all four sessions.

Instructor Jeff Day ranks in the top 15% of all chess players in the United States. He teaches Introduction to Chess at Texas Tech.

Lubbock

In-person

OLLI Listening Session: Share Your Ideas

We value your input! Join us for a casual and interactive Listening Session, where OLLI members are invited to share their thoughts, ideas and suggestions for future programs, events and activities. This is your opportunity to help shape the direction of OLLI at Texas Tech University. Whether you have feedback on past offerings or ideas for new learning experiences, we want to hear from you! Come share what you’d like to see, meet fellow members and engage in an open conversation with OLLI staff and leadership. Your voice matters, and together, we can continue to enhance our lifelong learning community. This is a come-and-go event. You do not need to stay the full two hours.

Abilene

Home and Garden

In-person

Planning Your Dream Backyard Pond

The sound of trickling water is soothing no matter the season. Co-founder and owner of Willow Creek Gardens for 27 years, Adam Andrews will show you how to lay out and build your pond, how to choose the right plants for the water and the surrounding beds, and how to stay within your budget.

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Pinta Trail: A Journey Into History‌

The Pinta Trail, once used by Native Americans, explorers and settlers, connected San Antonio to the Presidio San Sabá (near modern Menard, Texas) and was used by the Spanish to reach Santa Fe well into the 19th century. In 1845, German immigrants established a route from New Braunfels to Fredericksburg, linking it to the Pinta Trail for European settlers. In 1847, Ferdinand von Roemer traveled this path with John Meusebach to Fredericksburg and beyond. The trail, later known as the Upper Emigrant Trail, guided Forty-Niners to the California gold fields under Fort Martin Scott’s protection.

Instructor Eric Hammersen, Ph.D., has spent 50 years in national security in the U.S. and abroad.

Abilene

Arts and Culture

In-person

Through a Curator’s Eyes at the Grace Museum

This major exhibition of Texas artists’ work from the 20th Century reveals much about Texas’ people, unmistakable landscape and the Great Depression, told through painting and photography. Judy Deaton, chief curator, will join us in the main gallery to visit about the art of William Lester, a member of the Dallas Nine who helped define Texas Regionalism. In adjacent galleries members will see the powerful photographic images that documented American life in the heartland for the Farm Security Administration.

Deaton is an author, art historian, frequent guest speaker and art juror at organizations in Texas and nationally. She was a recipient of the SMU Meadows Artistic Scholarship Graduate Award in Art History.

Lubbock

Current Topics

In-person

Lubbock Area Gangs

Erin Van Pelt, J.D., will cover the gangs commonly seen by law enforcement in the Lubbock area, the types of crime associated with gang activity and gang trends.

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Hayfields and Horseflesh: Stories From Morris Ranch

Today the quiet beauty and the lonely limestone buildings of Morris Ranch, a scattered ghost town 12 miles southwest of Fredericksburg, offer only hints of the colorful history once made at this world-famous training ground for racehorses.

Instructor Michael Barr writes the local history column Hindsights for the Fredericksburg Standard. The author of five books and numerous short stories, he is a regular contributor to Rock and Vine Magazine.

Highland Lakes

Kickoff/Orientation

In-person

John Arthur Martinez: Life in Stories and Songs

Join us as John Arthur Martinez shares the story of his journey to becoming a full-time singer-songwriter, with a song accompaniment describing each chapter of his life. He will discuss how the journey began in grade school and the enormous influence Southwest Texas State University, San Marcos, and his mentors had on his career. He will include a description of his performances in domestic and international venues and highlight some unlikely private performances. He will share stories about opening for superstars like Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Dwight Yoakum, and Elton John. He will then implore participants to search their lives for a possible song inspired by a moment in their experiences.

Lubbock

Science and Technology

In-person

Agri-STEM and Agricultural Experience Center Tour

Discover the future of agriculture and innovation at Lubbock ISD Agri-STEM and the Roger Green Supervised Agricultural Experience Center. With the global population set to exceed nine billion by 2050, agriculture faces the challenge of producing more food on less land. Students earn industry certifications with hands-on programs in animal science, environmental and natural resources, food science and plant science.

Instructor Michelle Pieniazekis coordinator of agricultural education at Lubbock ISD.

Abilene

Arts and Culture

In-person

Butterflies Are Free

Tyler Sparks directs “Butterflies Are Free” live at Abilene Community Theatre. The lighthearted and engaging play’s original run was 1,128 performances. Set in 1970s Manhattan, a visually impaired young man falls in love with a free-spirited hippie girl. The young man’s disapproving mother provides plenty of laughs as she intervenes.

Abilene Community Theatre, founded in 1954, is one of the oldest continually operating theatrical organizations in Texas. It exists as a 100% volunteer organization.

Abilene

History

Hybrid

Maps and Navigation for Lewis and Clark

Lewis and Clark were meticulous in documenting their expedition to cross the newly acquired western portion of the U.S. after the Louisiana Purchase. How did they chart their course with early 19th-century tools? Where did they learn these skills? What did they learn from traders and Native Americans?

Instructor Stephen Kniffen, one of the foremost L&C authorities, returns to OLLI to show us the answers to these questions and more.

Highland Lakes

Current Topics

Hybrid

New EPA Rules Pick Up the Pace To Clean Power

A suite of new rules finalized by the Environmental Protection Agency to reduce air, water and waste pollution from power plants is intended to pave the way to cleaner power generation in the United States. The EPA’s initiatives work to push forward improved air emissions controls, reductions in the discharge of certain coal ash related wastewaters, and assessment and cleanup of legacy coal ash disposal units. This class will provide an overview of these new rules and what it could mean for you.

Instructor Holly Fults has a degree in chemistry. As an environmental regulatory consultant for 26 years, she has supported industrial markets as well as federal and state governmental facilities to align operations with regulatory requirements and permits.

Fredericksburg

Home and Garden

In-person

Catching the Rain: Harvesting for Tomorrow‌

Master gardener Anne Brown will teach the principals of rainwater harvesting. Water issues will be discussed and all components of a system to collect rain. Brown has been a rainwater harvesting specialist since 2008.

Lubbock

Current Topics

Hybrid

Ukraine: Why Americans Should Care

This first session explores Ukraine’s rich history and its shared values of freedom and independence with Texas. We’ll discuss Ukraine’s resistance to Russian aggression, the roots of the conflict and its potential impact on the U.S. Join us to understand why Ukraine’s future matters globally, with time for questions and open discussion.

Instructor Dr. Sergiy Nesterenko is an accomplished orthopedic spine surgeon based in Lubbock, Texas, where he specializes in the management of degenerative spine conditions. Born and raised in Ukraine, Dr. Nesterenko graduated from Dnipro State Medical University in 2002.

Fredericksburg

Arts and Culture

In-person

Our Furry Friends: The Evolution of Human-Pet Bonds

This class will cover the domestication of animals and how they move from woods to fields to barnyards and into the house, the different types of animals that people keep as pets, how different pet and human personalities blend, the future of pet ownership and related ethical issues, and if pet ownership an easier parenting option today.

Instructor Marye Tharp, Ph.D., is a retired associate professor having taught at the University of Texas, Emerson College and Shriner University.

Lubbock

History

In-person

Chuck Wagons and Cattle Drives

This course will explain the origins and early use of chuck wagons on cattle trail drives and ranches, as well as demonstrate cooking techniques over a wood fire, cooking equipment and cowboy jargon. Class participants can also experience hands-on cooking activities. After the presentation, the instructor will serve a meal from the wagon.

Instructor Monica Hightower is the owner and award-winning cook of the HX Chuck Wagon of Lubbock, Texas. The HX is a family heirloom wagon that cooks on ranches as well as for educational events, competitions and caterings. Hightower has more than 20 years of experience cooking on the wagon and enjoys preserving this historical aspect of the American West.

Lubbock

OLLI Book Club

In-person

OLLI Book Club: Inland by Tea Obreht

“Inland” by Téa Obreht is a haunting, richly atmospheric novel set in the rugged, drought-stricken Arizona Territory of 1893. It follows two distinct characters: Nora, a resilient frontierswoman awaiting her husband’s return amid a water crisis, and Lurie, a former outlaw haunted by ghosts, as their paths converge in unexpected ways. Blending myth and harsh reality, “Inland” explores themes of survival, loss and the deep thirst for connection in a vast, unforgiving landscape.

Instructor Katie Cortese is an author, teaches in the creative writing program at Texas Tech, and is the faculty director for Texas Tech University Press.

Highland Lakes

Food

In-person

A Flavorful Journey: Oil and Vinegar

This workshop will highlight the health benefits of balsamic vinegar and olive oil and their place in a balanced diet. Throughout the session, participants will sample a variety of flavors and discover creative ways to incorporate them into everyday cooking. By the end, attendees will leave with a newfound appreciation for the depth and versatility of balsamic vinegar and olive oil, ready to elevate their culinary skills and experiences.

Instructor Danna Laine Doremus is the owner and operator of The Oil Tap in Marble Falls.

Fredericksburg

Arts and Culture

In-person

Hill Country Through Artists’ Eyes and Women’s Lives

Explore early (1840-60s) Gillespie County and the Texas Hill Country through the art of Captain Seth Eastman, Richard Petri, Herman Lundquist and Louise Wueste, who captured the land and people in their work. Contrasting these visual depictions are the letters, diaries and memoirs of women from the era, revealing their lives, hardships and resilience.

Instructor Katherine Peake is an attorney and former Fredericksburg municipal judge of over 25 years.‌

Highland Lakes

History

Hybrid

Noah Smithwick: Local Legend

Noah Smithwick was a frontiersman, blacksmith and ranger who played a part in the saga of early Texas, eventually settling in Burnet County. Smithwick wrote a colorful autobiography which will provide a first-hand account of his adventures. In this presentation, local history buff Charles E. Watkins, Ph.D., portrays Smithwick and tells his story.

Fredericksburg

Food

In-person

Flavors of Mexico: A Culinary Adventure

Chef Stella Karp will lead a two-hour cooking demonstration where you will indulge in Mexican cuisine from different regions in Mexico. Wine is included with your delicious meal, and each will take home a recipe booklet with step-by-step instructions and cooking tips so you can recreate the magic of Mexico in your own home. The Menu includes: guacamole served with homemade taco chips, cochinita pibil (slow-cooked pork in banana leaves), charro beans (cowboy beans), cilantro and lime rice, pickled red onions a la yucateca, homemade flour tortillas, and pastel de tres leches con almendras (almond tres leches cake).

Lubbock

Health and Wellness

Hybrid

Bones and Groans

This session will cover essential information on diagnosing osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, including an overview of symptoms and risk factors. We’ll discuss standard treatment options along with natural approaches for managing these conditions, such as lifestyle modifications, dietary adjustments and alternative therapies to support joint and bone health.

Instructor Taylor Warmoth, M.D., is a board certified physician of internal medicine and rheumatology.

Fredericksburg

Home and Garden

In-person

Insect Pests and Helpers in Your Garden

Gardeners always wonder, “Is this insect helpful or harmful among my vegetables?” We will take a brief look at insects in general and then discover the most common garden pests and ways to control them. We’ll also look at beneficial insects and their importance in the garden’s ecosystem.

Instructor Ray Tiemann is a retired Lutheran pastor who earned his master gardener certification through the Hill Country Master Gardeners in 2019. In 2023, he received one of their Advanced Training certifications in entomology, which is offered through Texas A&M. He enjoys sharing what he has learned about the multi-faceted world of insects.

Highland Lakes

Hobbies and Activities

Hybrid

Exploring the Joy of Birds and Birding

Whether through song or sight, birds are one of the most encountered wildlife. Bird watching ranks amongst the most popular outdoor activities in Texas. This class will provide you with tips and tricks for getting started on this adventure, including the best field guides, phone apps and binoculars for successful birding. You’ll be introduced to how you can participate in citizen and community science efforts to help with conservation and understanding of the birds where you live.

Instructor Craig Hensley has a master’s degree in zoology and currently works with the Texas Nature Trackers program as one of two biologists.

Highland Lakes

Hobbies and Activities

Hybrid

Amateur Artifact and Fossil Hunting Tips

The geology of the Texas Hill Country makes it a great place to hunt artifacts and fossils. This presentation will include advice on looking for fossils and prehistoric artifacts in Central Texas, including how to collect legally, ways to properly excavate and how to document significant finds. The speaker will also discuss his discoveries including that of a 700-year-old bison skeleton close to his home.

Instructor Ryan Murray, B.A., is the editor of Texas Cache Magazine. He has written articles and appeared on podcasts discussing artifacts.

Lubbock

Science and Technology

In-person

Amphibians and Reptiles of the Llano Estacado

Lou Densmore, Ph.D.,will discuss the biology of reptiles and amphibians, as well as various other animals that live in and around the Lubbock area. He will also show some of the venomous reptiles that are part of the educational collection in the Department of Biological Sciences at Texas Tech University.

Densmore has been major professor for 22 doctoral and 23 graduate students who have graduated in Biological Sciences at Texas Tech since 1985.

Lubbock

History

Hybrid

Forgotten Towns of Lubbock County

By the turn of the 20th century, Lubbock County was dotted with small communities. Today, perhaps only a name is reminiscent of a place where people once worked and lived. Sometimes relics remain of a past community; often only memories exist. This program will explore the history of some of Lubbock County’s ghost towns.

Instructor Sandy Fortenberry grew up in a small town in Lubbock County. She currently serves as chairperson of the Lubbock County Historical Commission.

Highland Lakes

Arts and Culture

In-person

Monet: Gardens as Life and Art

Monet created a memorable life at Giverny. The masterpieces he produced, his famous flower garden and his lesser-known kitchen garden, that met his gourmet tastes for over 40 years, melded into his unique life and art. Here, we can dream of lunching in his yellow dining room surrounded by his beloved Japanese woodcuts before touring the serene flower garden.

Instructor Carole Buchanan, Ph.D., is an award-winning teacher and trains world and European history advanced placement teachers.

Fredericksburg

Arts and Culture

In-person

The Public Library Is Full of It (Knowledge, That Is)

Public libraries are far more than just places for books—they are dynamic community spaces that provide essential resources, programs and support for people of all ages. In this presentation, we’ll explore the evolving role of public libraries in America, including current trends and innovations. We’ll also discuss how the City of Fredericksburg can continue to grow its library services to meet the needs of our community in the years ahead.

Instructor Erika Caputo, MLIS, is the director of the Pioneer Memorial Library.

Lubbock

History

Hybrid

Lubbock’s Cotton Club: Not Your Usual Dance Hall

The Cotton Club holds a unique place in Lubbock’s history and American music history as well. It brought well-known artists featuring a variety of music styles to Lubbock and was open to all races and social classes. In the early 1950s, a young Buddy Holly was influenced by hearing and meeting Elvis Presley at the Cotton Club. In later years, oilfield workers, farmers, cowboys and hippies came together to enjoy music and dancing at the Cotton Club.

Instructor Cindy Martin, was an archivist at the Southwest Collection at Texas Tech, and currently serves on the Lubbock County Historical Commission and on the Board of the Lubbock Heritage Society.

Lubbock

Hidden Local Tours

In-person

Behind the Scenes Tour of Buddy Holly Hall

Take a tour of the world-class Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences in Lubbock, home of Buddy Holly. We will go backstage, on stage and around the venue to see what makes it so special. There will be a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended. The tour will last approximately one hour.

Our guide will be Melissa Key, community relations director of Lubbock Entertainment & Performing Arts Association.

Highland Lakes

Food

In-person

The Art of the Meal: Cooking for Vitality

Join us for a fun, interactive cooking class designed to ignite your culinary creativity and boost your confidence in the kitchen! Whether you’re a novice cook or a seasoned home chef looking to expand your skills, this class offers something for everyone. Under the guidance of an experienced chef, you’ll learn essential cooking techniques, explore various ingredients, and create delicious recipes from scratch. By the end of the class, you’ll have a repertoire of versatile recipes and a newfound kitchen confidence to wow your friends and family.

Instructor Ginger Sprouse is chef instructor at Art of the Meal. She has been teaching recreational cooking classes for 11 years and delights in hands-on classes that utilize local seasonal ingredients.

Abilene

Food

In-person

Cordell’s Cooking Class and Dinner 2025

Be part of our annual spring visit to Cordell’s gourmet foods, bistro and coffee shop where hosts Joy and Jason Beard invite OLLI members into the kitchen to watch and participate in the creation of a fresh and beautiful meal from the freshest ingredients. This year we are exploring the wonders of Thai cooking. This class will have a maximum of 10 people and a minimum of six, so please reserve your place early!

Chef Jason Beard has been cooking for over 32 years and is widely known for his knowledge about pairings, eating healthily and how to assure quality in ingredients. Joy Beard merchandises the store beautifully and helps inform our region's appreciators of fine food.

Abilene

Finance

Hybrid

Three Steps To Mastering Emotions Versus Money

Roughly 90% of top earners have high emotional intelligence, yet half the people earning over $100k are still living paycheck to paycheck. How can we think more intelligently about our money so we can build wealth? We’ll look at why people use a particular money lens, and how we can develop ways to improve our relationship with money. Then we’ll learn the simple steps to improve our investing decisions and grow wealth.

Instructor Kaki Clark Perdue is a CPA and certified financial planner. She is the founder of Look Both Ways Financial and the podcast with the same name, available on Apple and Spotify.

Highland Lakes

Arts and Culture

In-person

Antique Cars as Works of Art

Since its inception, the automobile remains a means of personal freedom and expression as it has evolved from basic transportation to a major factor in the changing character of our nation. The Art Deco design of last century is one of the best examples of the artful auto; however, human creativity would continue to change not just the appearance, but also the performance of automobiles. Increased power, speed and styling fostered nationwide subcultures filled with hot rods, customs, lead sleds, low riders and rat rods. Join us as we explore the world of unique car clubs and the artful auto!

Instructor Frank Caramanica, Ph.D., is a retired geologist and a collector of special interest and antique automobiles.

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Texas Rangers: Guardians of the West

This class provides an overview of the Texas Rangers, tracing their origins and early history to their evolution into the modern-day Texas Rangers. Discover how this iconic law enforcement group has transformed over time while maintaining its legacy in Texas history.

Instructor Chad Matlock is a Texas Ranger assigned to Company F and has been with the Texas Rangers for over seven years. He started his career in the United States Air Force and eventually joined the Texas Department of Public Safety as a highway patrolman in 2008.

Abilene

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Crafternoon at the Grace Museum

Kathryn Mitchell, head of education at the Grace Museum, will design a class where you’ll produce a beautiful take-home artifact.

Highland Lakes

History

Hybrid

The Story of Marble Falls on the Colorado River

The city of Marble Falls was named after a waterfall on the Colorado River, which is now covered by the water impounded by Max Starke Dam. However, the bedrock of the falls is limestone, not marble, leading to the question of who named, or misnamed, the falls? This lecture will discuss the exploration along the Colorado River and the settlement of the Marble Falls area.

Instructor Bob Kent earned a bachelor's in geology from the University of Texas at Austin and a master's in history from Boise State University. He has published several professional and historical articles. He is on the board of directors for the Falls on the Colorado Museum.

Fredericksburg

Arts and Culture

In-person

Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah

James Klein, Ph.D., and Charlotte Freeborn will take you on a journey through this hauntingly beautiful song. They will cover the music, the lyrics and the Bible stories that are part of the song as well as biographical material on Leonard Cohen.

Klein is a retired music professor and professional conductor who has over 40 years’ experience in orchestra and opera performances. Freeborn has a bachelor's degree in elementary education from the University of North Texas and a Master of Religious Education from Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University.

Lubbock

Film Study

In-person

Enjoy a Love Affair

“Love Affair,” the 1939 film directed by Leo McCarey, has a distinct place in the history of American movies. It’s a film that has been remade several times, but this version is one of the outstanding achievements in the comedy romance genre. It features Michel Marnet (Charles Boyer) as an engaged ladies’ man who falls in love with singer Terry McKay (Irene Dunne) who is also spoken for. Even though the odds are against them, they eventually find a way to be together. Nominated for six Academy Awards, this film helped set the template for similar films to follow.

Instructor Rob Weiner, M.S., M.A., is a Texas Tech librarian and has taught many film classes for OLLI.

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Der Stadt Friedhof

The City Cemetery, Der Stadt Friedhof, is an important landmark in Fredericksburg. It holds the stories and secrets of the town’s history. Housing the remains of those who built and grew Fredericksburg, it contains noteworthy sculptures in the grave markers and signage. In this tour, local historian Glenn Treibs will lead the group through the cemetery as he selects key residents which reveal some of the stories of Fredericksburg’s history.

Instructor Glen Treibs, M.S., is a retired educator and former president of the Gillespie County Historical Society. He served two years as chairman of the State Historical Commission and has provided entertaining and informative local history courses in Fredericksburg for many years.

Lubbock

Health and Wellness

In-person

Benefits of Strength Training on Vascular Aging

This presentation will cover how arteries function in young adults and the changes in arterial function and structure with aging. We’ll explore how arterial dysfunction affects blood pressure, glucose control and muscle health, including sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass. Aging also brings anabolic resistance, where muscle response to strength training is reduced. Research shows that dietary supplements can improve arterial function and enhance training responses. Findings from Dr. Figueroa’s studies and others will be presented on this topic.

Instructor Dr. Arturo Figueroa is a cardiovascular physiologist with 24 years' experience in exercise physiology studies focused on postmenopausal women.

Highland Lakes

Home and Garden

Hybrid

Fun Activities To Do With Your Grandkids

Spending time with our grandchildren is one of the most fulfilling aspects of our lives. Have you ever found it challenging to come up with fun and creative activities to share with them? This course is designed to provide ideas, as well as tips for engaging their interests and fostering a focus on play. We will research local organizations that offer experiences and will assist in planning outings. There will also be hands-on activities to help enhance your creative play skills for your next fun day with your grandchildren!

Instructor Amy Foster Palmer, M.S., CCHC, has a master's degree from the Erikson Institute in Child Development. She is a project specialist with Texas A&M AgriLIfe Extension Services Promoting Early Education Quality.

Lubbock

Health and Wellness

In-person

Senior Living: Navigating Your Options

As we or our loved ones age, choosing a senior living community becomes an important decision. With options ranging from independent living to continuing care retirement communities, the choices can be overwhelming. Understanding the features, services and lifestyles of each type helps seniors and families make informed choices that suit their needs. Join us to explore the world of senior living and find the best fit for your golden years.

Instructor Kami Shore and Glenn Patton are residency counselors with Carillon Senior Living. This team has put together a condensed version of senior living options to help you on your journey to finding the right care and options as you age.

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Lyndon B. Johnson’s Presidency at the LBJ Ranch

David D. Schafer will provide course participants with insights into Lyndon B. Johnson’s historic presidency during the 1960s when he was governing the nation from the LBJ Ranch near Stonewall, Texas. Through stories, descriptions and a variety of media—such as photographs and audio-visual recordings—Schafer will share this compelling history with attendees.

Schafer, a native of Kansas, worked for the National Park Service for 32 years at historic sites in Kansas, Hawaii, Missouri, Puerto Rico, Oklahoma and Texas. In 2019, he retired as a supervisory park ranger at Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. In addition to researching and writing, he leads trolley tours of historic Fredericksburg.

Fredericksburg

Science and Technology

In-person

An Updated View of Oil: Past, Present and Future

Petroleum has revolutionized our world. Dana Rowan will discuss oil’s origin, occurrence and production techniques that have led to our country’s record production levels. The course will address the economic benefits and environmental challenges of burning fossil fuels, emphasizing proposed and current technologies designed to ameliorate the environmental consequences of burning fossil fuel energy sources. Similar in scope to the author’s previous OLLI course, this updated course will address the rapidly changing energy landscape.‌

As a petroleum geologist, Dana Rowan worked for Chevron and its predecessor for 35 years and currently holds professional geoscientist licenses in Texas and Wyoming.‌

Lubbock

Current Topics

Hybrid

Ukraine: A Closer Look

This second session offers an expanded look at Ukraine’s ongoing challenges and the resilience of its people. We’ll explore recent events, cultural impacts and the complex dynamics shaping Ukraine’s path forward. This discussion-based session will provide additional insights into Ukraine’s story, allowing participants to deepen their understanding and engage with questions and perspectives on the broader significance of these developments.

Abilene

Health and Wellness

Hybrid

Neuromatters: The Brink of Brain Power

Is it a problem to not remember a name after five minutes? As we age, nearly everyone wonders about memory loss. Is it dementia? In this session you’ll learn the differences between dementias, their diagnoses and treatments as well as healthy brain habits.

Instructor Samuel Brinkman, Ph.D., has a doctorate in neuropsychology from the University of Houston. He was co-director of a geriatric research center at Wayne State University developing treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. He now lives in Abilene treating patients with a wide range of neurological disorders.

Lubbock

OLLI Book Club

In-person

OLLI Book Club: Bad Smoke, Good Smoke

From his home in the Texas Panhandle, John R. Erickson, rancher and author of the bestselling “Hank the Cowdog” series, saw firsthand the raw power of two megafires that swept across the high plains in 2006 and 2017. Evocatively chronicled, and now newly updated with information from the 2024 Smokehouse Creek Fire, Erickson tells what it is like trying to stop the unstoppable. “Bad Smoke, Good Smoke: A Texas Rancher’s View of Wildfire” gives voice to the particular pains that ranchers must face in our era of climate change and ever more powerful natural disasters.

Instructor Katie Cortese is an author, teaches in the creative writing program at Texas Tech, and is the faculty director for Texas Tech University Press.

Lubbock

In-person

Battling Aging With Resistance Training

In this talk we’ll explore how the body changes as we age and why those changes can impact daily life, health and independence. We’ll look at the science behind aging, focusing on the decline of muscle mass, bone density and metabolic function, and the critical role resistance training plays in slowing these effects. With a combination of physiology insights and practical advice, you’ll learn how regular resistance exercise can help maintain strength, vitality and quality of life at any age.

Instructor Payton Miller, M.S., is a first year doctoral student at Texas Tech University.

Highland Lakes

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Torr Na Lochs: From Rocks to Wine

Join us for a tour and tasting at Torr Na Lochs Vineyard and Winery. Torr Na Lochs, which loosely translates from Gaelic to “hill over lakes,” sits high above the Colorado River valley overlooking both Inks and Buchanan lakes. Our wines are made using only Texas fruits. Come taste great Texas wines with an even greater Texas view! We look forward to sharing our passion and dream of a truly Texas wine experience with you.

Highland Lakes

Health and Wellness

Hybrid

Stay Independent: Fall Prevention Workshop

Join us to gain valuable insight to avoid falls. You will be provided with a home safety checklist and how to build a mobility plan. There will be discussion on the steps to take to prevent a fall. Also, we will conduct a 30-second chair stand test, a risk for falls indicator, to judge your leg strength and endurance.

Instructor Rhonda Thompson is a master trainer for Matter of Balance Falls Prevention, a national evidence-based program.

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Tour of the Black Church and the Black School

Dr. Paul Phillips III has been a champion in restoring and preserving the Black church and school on Main Street in Fredericksburg where his ancestors worshiped and studied. In this tour, Dr. Phillips will take participants on a tour of the restored buildings while explaining the history of the buildings and contents along with the process of their restoration.

Phillips is a 4th-generation Fredericksburg resident, orthopedic surgeon, retired U.S. Army Medical Corps colonel and board president of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Gillespie County.

Abilene

"Hidden Local Tours Science and Technology"

In-person

Exploring Plant Evolution at the Lake Kirby Shores

Join Rick L. Hammer, Ph.D., for a spring field trip to Lake Kirby Park, where he and other naturalists have created a place to enjoy and learn about the surprising variety of flora and fauna that thrive along the shoreline of this lake constructed in the 1920s. A nature trail provides accessibility to the beautiful wildflowers that will be at their spring peak. As an award-winning botanist, Hammer can provide OLLI members with a new understanding of the adaptations and beauty of our West Central Texas environment.

Hammer is a writer, photographer, speaker and naturalist based in Abilene. His specialty is in plant evolution and taxonomy.

Lubbock

Hidden Local Tours

In-person

Historic Wallace Theater

Learn the history of the historic Wallace Theater in Levelland, Texas. Walk through the newly renovated venue and see the hand-painted murals in the auditorium. Enjoy a bite to eat as you take in the magic of the theater. Our instructor and guide, Alycyn Keeling, is the executive director.

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Bloom Into Spring With a Fresh Floral Arrangement

Join us for a lively, hands-on class where you’ll create a stunning spring-themed flower arrangement to take home! Discover the secrets of flower selection, top care tips for long-lasting blooms and design techniques that will elevate all your future floral projects. Get ready to unleash your creativity and leave with a beautiful arrangement and fresh skills to match!

Instructor Cassie Sanders is a floral design instructor at Lubbock ISD Agri-STEM Complex, with a bachelor’s and master’s in agricultural science from West Texas A&M. She is an accredited member of the American Institute of Floral Design, a Texas master florist and serves as an instructor for the Texas State Florists Association.

Abilene

"History Repeat Class"

In-person

Myths and Facts of the Lewis and Clark Expedition

The Lewis and Clark Expedition, the Corps of Discovery, was the first great American exploration mission. It is also one of the least studied in American history classes. Following the Louisiana Purchase, the Corps went where no white man had been before and came home to tell about it. Since their return, facts, myths and legends emerged. This class will be a quick refresher on the expedition and explore some of the big myths that continue to follow the expedition.

Instructor Steve Kniffen has extensive teaching experience in lifelong learning, including two traveling Elderhostels that followed the route of Lewis and Clark from St. Louis to Portland. He has written 190 articles based on research he has gathered on the subject.

Lubbock

Science and Technology

Hybrid

The Nature of Fire on the Landscape

This presentation will cover the principles of fire ecology, with a particular focus on the ecological consequences and challenges that arise from excluding fire in fire-adapted landscapes.

Instructor Keith Blair holds a bachelor's and master's from Texas Tech in Range Science, has 37 years of prescribed burning experience, and has conducted prescribed burns in Texas, New Mexico, Kansas, Ohio, North Dakota and South Dakota.

Highland Lakes

Hobbies and Activities

Hybrid

Edible Plants: Foraging in the Hill Country

Did you know that food is growing all around us? Would you like to know how to identify native and adapted edible plants that are growing in the Hill Country? Master Gardener April Cothran will explain what edible plants may be growing near you and how to incorporate them in your life.

Lubbock

Hidden Local Tours

In-person

Rescued Animals Second Chance Horse Sanctuary

Founded in 2013 by Dr. Beth Nickels, Rescued Animals Second Chance Inc. is a non-profit charity formed to promote animal welfare through rescue, permanent shelter, veterinary care, and rehabilitation of unwanted, neglected and abused horses. Dr. Nickels, a Lubbock trauma and general surgeon, will describe her non-profit work with rescued horses and education about horse slaughter. There will be a follow-up to this class with a tour of the Double Nickel Ranch, which now has 55 rescued horses who will have a pasture and home for the rest of their lives.

Nickels is a Lubbock native, graduate of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and part of SWAT Surgical Associates, LLP.

Highland Lakes

Science and Technology

In-person

Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery Tour

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service was the first organization in the state of Texas to propagate and release freshwater mussels into the wild. Learn why these are some of the most endangered animals on the planet, their history and how Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery is rearing them. The lecture will also discuss the channel catfish propagation and how these fish fulfill tribal treaty agreements with the southwest Native Americans.

Instructor Bailey Gaines has a master's in fish biology from Texas Tech. He started the freshwater mussel propagation and research program at Inks Dam NFH. Instructor Jacqualyn Halmbacher has a bachelor's from Ohio University in freshwater, marine and environmental biology. She started implementing in vitro techniques at Inks Dam NFH in 2020.

Lubbock

In-person

Muscle Strengthening for Healthy Aging

Strong muscles support movement and independence, but aging can lead to declines in muscle mass and strength, impacting bones and metabolism. Fortunately, healthy habits can help preserve muscle. This course explores age-related muscle changes, their effects on the body, and offers an interactive discussion on habits to counteract these changes. A simple exercise demonstration will follow (optional to participate). The goal is to age strong! Athletic wear encouraged but not required. All fitness levels are welcome.

Instructor Danielle Levitt, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of exercise physiology at Texas Tech. Her research is funded by the National Institute on Aging and the National Strength & Conditioning Association Foundation.

Abilene

Food

In-person

Cypress Street Station Wine Dinner

Join owner Amanda O’Connor for Cypress Street Station’s three-course wine dinner with wine pairing, curated especially for OLLI members. This class will have a maximum of 20 seats and a minimum of 6, so please reserve early.

Terry and Amanda have been synonymous with the renaissance of downtown Abilene since they became owners of Cypress Street, Abilene's favorite gathering place. The restaurant is known for its extensive wine list, hospitality and consistently fine dining.

Lubbock

History

Hybrid

Lubbock Through a Lens: The Art of Winston Reeves

The class will explore the life of Lubbock photographer Winston Reeves from his time as a student at Texas Tech through his career as a professional photographer. Reeves established his studio in 1938, served as an Army flight instructor at Breedlove Field during World War II and documented various aspects of everyday life on the South Plains until his passing in 1965. His wife, Annie Letha Reeves, was his partner in the business and kept it going for more than three decades after his passing.

Lynn Whitfield, Texas Tech's University Archivist, holds a bachelor’s in art, a master’s in museum science and national archival certification. She is associate director of the West Texas Historical Association and president of the Lubbock Heritage Society.

January

1/16 Fredericksburg OLLI Spring 2025 Open House

Fredericksburg

Kickoff/Orientation

In-person

Fredericksburg OLLI Spring 2025 Open House
Thursday, January 16 | 5-7 p.m.

1/16 Lubbock OLLI Spring 2025 Open House

Lubbock

Kickoff/Orientation

In-person

Lubbock OLLI Spring 2025 Open House
Thursday, January 16 | 2-4 p.m.

1/16 Abilene OLLI Spring 2025 Open House

Abilene

Kickoff/Orientation

In-person

Abilene OLLI Spring 2025 Open House
Thursday, January 16 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.

1/22 The Stories Behind Some of Our Greatest Love Songs

Lubbock

Arts and Culture

Hybrid

The Stories Behind Some of Our Greatest Love Songs
Wednesday, January 22 | 2-3:30 p.m.

1/28 Happier and Healthier Aging Through Writing

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Happier and Healthier Aging Through Writing
Tuesday, January 28 | 5:30-7 p.m.

1/29 Introduction to Chess

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Introduction to Chess
Wednesday, January 29 | 2-3:30 p.m.

1/31 OLLI Listening Session: Share Your Ideas

Lubbock

In-person

OLLI Listening Session: Share Your Ideas
Friday, January 31 | 2-4 p.m.

February

2/4 Planning Your Dream Backyard Pond

Abilene

Home and Garden

In-person

Planning Your Dream Backyard Pond
Tuesday, February 4 | 1:30-3 p.m.

2/5 Pinta Trail: A Journey Into History‌

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Pinta Trail: A Journey Into History‌
Wednesday, February 5 | 2-3:30 p.m.

2/6 Through a Curator’s Eyes at the Grace Museum

Abilene

Arts and Culture

In-person

Through a Curator’s Eyes at the Grace Museum
Thursday, February 6 | 1:30-3 p.m.

2/6 Lubbock Area Gangs

Lubbock

Current Topics

In-person

Lubbock Area Gangs
Thursday, February 6 | 2-3:30 p.m.

2/10 Hayfields and Horseflesh: Stories From Morris Ranch

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Hayfields and Horseflesh: Stories From Morris Ranch
Monday, February 10 | 2-3:30 p.m.

2/11 John Arthur Martinez: Life in Stories and Songs

Highland Lakes

Kickoff/Orientation

In-person

John Arthur Martinez: Life in Stories and Songs
Tuesday, February 11 | 3-4:30 p.m.

2/11 Happier and Healthier Aging Through Writing

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Happier and Healthier Aging Through Writing
Tuesday, February 11 | 5:30-7 p.m.

2/12 Agri-STEM and Agricultural Experience Center Tour

Lubbock

Science and Technology

In-person

Agri-STEM and Agricultural Experience Center Tour
Wednesday, February 12 | 5:30-7 p.m.

2/14 Butterflies Are Free

Abilene

Arts and Culture

In-person

Butterflies Are Free
Friday, February 14 | 7:30 p.m.

2/19 Maps and Navigation for Lewis and Clark

Abilene

History

Hybrid

Maps and Navigation for Lewis and Clark
Wednesday, February 19 | 10:30 a.m.-noon

2/19 New EPA Rules Pick Up the Pace To Clean Power

Highland Lakes

Current Topics

Hybrid

New EPA Rules Pick Up the Pace To Clean Power
Wednesday, February 19 | 1:30-3 p.m.

2/19 Catching the Rain: Harvesting for Tomorrow‌

Fredericksburg

Home and Garden

In-person

Catching the Rain: Harvesting for Tomorrow‌
Wednesday, February 19 | 2-3:30 p.m.

2/19 Ukraine: Why Americans Should Care

Lubbock

Current Topics

Hybrid

Ukraine: Why Americans Should Care
Wednesday, February 19 | 5:30-7 p.m.

2/20 Our Furry Friends: The Evolution of Human-Pet Bonds

Fredericksburg

Arts and Culture

In-person

Our Furry Friends: The Evolution of Human-Pet Bonds
Thursday, February 20 | 2-3:30 p.m.

2/20 Chuck Wagons and Cattle Drives

Lubbock

History

In-person

Chuck Wagons and Cattle Drives
Thursday, February 20 | 4-6:30 p.m.

2/21 OLLI Book Club: Inland by Tea Obreht

Lubbock

OLLI Book Club

In-person

OLLI Book Club: Inland by Tea Obreht
Friday, February 21 | 2-3:30 p.m.

2/25 A Flavorful Journey: Oil and Vinegar

Highland Lakes

Food

In-person

A Flavorful Journey: Oil and Vinegar
Tuesday, February 25 | 10 a.m.-noon

2/25 Hill Country Through Artists’ Eyes and Women’s Lives

Fredericksburg

Arts and Culture

In-person

Hill Country Through Artists’ Eyes and Women’s Lives
Tuesday, February 25 | 2-3:30 p.m.

2/26 Noah Smithwick: Local Legend

Highland Lakes

History

Hybrid

Noah Smithwick: Local Legend
Wednesday, February 26 | 1:30-3 p.m.

2/26 Introduction to Chess

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Introduction to Chess
Wednesday, February 26 | 2-3:30 p.m.

2/26 Flavors of Mexico: A Culinary Adventure

Fredericksburg

Food

In-person

Flavors of Mexico: A Culinary Adventure
Wednesday, February 26 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

2/28 Bones and Groans

Lubbock

Health and Wellness

Hybrid

Bones and Groans
Friday, February 28 | 10:30 a.m.-noon

March

3/2 OLLI Listening Session: Share Your Ideas

Lubbock

In-person

OLLI Listening Session: Share Your Ideas
Sunday, March 2 | 2-4 p.m.

3/3 Insect Pests and Helpers in Your Garden

Fredericksburg

Home and Garden

In-person

Insect Pests and Helpers in Your Garden
Monday, March 3 | 2-3:30 p.m.

3/4 Exploring the Joy of Birds and Birding

Highland Lakes

Hobbies and Activities

Hybrid

Exploring the Joy of Birds and Birding
Tuesday, March 4 | 1:30-3 p.m.

3/5 Amateur Artifact and Fossil Hunting Tips

Highland Lakes

Hobbies and Activities

Hybrid

Amateur Artifact and Fossil Hunting Tips
Wednesday, March 5 | 1:30-3 p.m.

3/5 Amphibians and Reptiles of the Llano Estacado

Lubbock

Science and Technology

In-person

Amphibians and Reptiles of the Llano Estacado
Wednesday, March 5 | 5:30-7 p.m.

3/7 Forgotten Towns of Lubbock County

Lubbock

History

Hybrid

Forgotten Towns of Lubbock County
Friday, March 7 | 2-3:30 p.m.

3/11 Monet: Gardens as Life and Art

Highland Lakes

Arts and Culture

In-person

Monet: Gardens as Life and Art
Tuesday, March 11 | 1:30-3 p.m.

3/12 The Public Library Is Full of It (Knowledge, That Is)

Fredericksburg

Arts and Culture

In-person

The Public Library Is Full of It (Knowledge, That Is)
Wednesday, March 12 | 2-3:30 p.m.

3/12 Lubbock’s Cotton Club: Not Your Usual Dance Hall

Lubbock

History

Hybrid

Lubbock’s Cotton Club: Not Your Usual Dance Hall
Wednesday, March 12 | 2-3:30 p.m.

3/13 Behind the Scenes Tour of Buddy Holly Hall

Lubbock

Hidden Local Tours

In-person

Behind the Scenes Tour of Buddy Holly Hall
Thursday, March 13 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

3/13 The Art of the Meal: Cooking for Vitality

Highland Lakes

Food

In-person

The Art of the Meal: Cooking for Vitality
Thursday, March 13 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

3/13 Cordell’s Cooking Class and Dinner 2025

Abilene

Food

In-person

Cordell’s Cooking Class and Dinner 2025
Thursday, March 13 | 5:30-7 p.m.

3/14 Three Steps To Mastering Emotions Versus Money

Abilene

Finance

Hybrid

Three Steps To Mastering Emotions Versus Money
Friday, March 14 | 1:30-3 p.m.

3/18 Antique Cars as Works of Art

Highland Lakes

Arts and Culture

In-person

Antique Cars as Works of Art
Tuesday, March 18 | 1:30-3 p.m.

3/18 Texas Rangers: Guardians of the West

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Texas Rangers: Guardians of the West
Tuesday, March 18 | 2-3:30 p.m.

3/19 Crafternoon at the Grace Museum

Abilene

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Crafternoon at the Grace Museum
Wednesday, March 19 | 1-2:30 p.m.

3/19 Introduction to Chess

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Introduction to Chess
Wednesday, March 19 | 2-3:30 p.m.

3/25 The Story of Marble Falls on the Colorado River

Highland Lakes

History

Hybrid

The Story of Marble Falls on the Colorado River
Tuesday, March 25 | 1:30-3 p.m.

3/26 Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah

Fredericksburg

Arts and Culture

In-person

Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah
Wednesday, March 26 | 2-3:30 p.m.

3/26 Enjoy a Love Affair

Lubbock

Film Study

In-person

Enjoy a Love Affair
Wednesday, March 26 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

April

4/1 Der Stadt Friedhof

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Der Stadt Friedhof
Tuesday, April 1 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/2 Benefits of Strength Training on Vascular Aging

Lubbock

Health and Wellness

In-person

Benefits of Strength Training on Vascular Aging
Wednesday, April 2 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/3 Fun Activities To Do With Your Grandkids

Highland Lakes

Home and Garden

Hybrid

Fun Activities To Do With Your Grandkids
Thursday, April 3 | 1:30-3 p.m.

4/3 Senior Living: Navigating Your Options

Lubbock

Health and Wellness

In-person

Senior Living: Navigating Your Options
Thursday, April 3 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/7 Lyndon B. Johnson’s Presidency at the LBJ Ranch

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Lyndon B. Johnson’s Presidency at the LBJ Ranch
Monday, April 7 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/9 An Updated View of Oil: Past, Present and Future

Fredericksburg

Science and Technology

In-person

An Updated View of Oil: Past, Present and Future
Wednesday, April 9 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/9 Ukraine: A Closer Look

Lubbock

Current Topics

Hybrid

Ukraine: A Closer Look
Wednesday, April 9 | 5:30-7 p.m.

4/11 Neuromatters: The Brink of Brain Power

Abilene

Health and Wellness

Hybrid

Neuromatters: The Brink of Brain Power
Friday, April 11 | 1:30-3 p.m.

4/11 OLLI Book Club: Bad Smoke, Good Smoke

Lubbock

OLLI Book Club

In-person

OLLI Book Club: Bad Smoke, Good Smoke
Friday, April 11 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/15 Battling Aging With Resistance Training

Lubbock

In-person

Battling Aging With Resistance Training
Tuesday, April 15 | 10-11:30 a.m.

4/15 Torr Na Lochs: From Rocks to Wine

Highland Lakes

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Torr Na Lochs: From Rocks to Wine
Tuesday, April 15 | 1:30-3 p.m.

4/16 Stay Independent: Fall Prevention Workshop

Highland Lakes

Health and Wellness

Hybrid

Stay Independent: Fall Prevention Workshop
Wednesday, April 16 | 1:30-3 p.m.

4/16 Tour of the Black Church and the Black School

Fredericksburg

History

In-person

Tour of the Black Church and the Black School
Wednesday, April 16 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/16 Introduction to Chess

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Introduction to Chess
Wednesday, April 16 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/17 Exploring Plant Evolution at the Lake Kirby Shores

Abilene

"Hidden Local Tours Science and Technology"

In-person

Exploring Plant Evolution at the Lake Kirby Shores
Thursday, April 17 | 3:30-5 p.m.

4/18 Historic Wallace Theater

Lubbock

Hidden Local Tours

In-person

Historic Wallace Theater
Friday, April 18 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

4/22 Bloom Into Spring With a Fresh Floral Arrangement

Lubbock

Hobbies and Activities

In-person

Bloom Into Spring With a Fresh Floral Arrangement
Tuesday, April 22 | 6-7:30 p.m.

4/23 Myths and Facts of the Lewis and Clark Expedition

Abilene

"History Repeat Class"

In-person

Myths and Facts of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Wednesday, April 23 | 10:30 a.m.-noon

4/24 The Nature of Fire on the Landscape

Lubbock

Science and Technology

Hybrid

The Nature of Fire on the Landscape
Thursday, April 24 | 10-11:30 a.m.

4/24 Edible Plants: Foraging in the Hill Country

Highland Lakes

Hobbies and Activities

Hybrid

Edible Plants: Foraging in the Hill Country
Thursday, April 24 | 1:30-3 p.m.

4/29 Rescued Animals Second Chance Horse Sanctuary (Class)

Lubbock

Hidden Local Tours

In-person

Rescued Animals Second Chance Horse Sanctuary
Tuesday, April 29 | 2-3:30 p.m.

4/30 Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery Tour

Highland Lakes

Science and Technology

In-person

Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery Tour
Wednesday, April 30 | 10-11:30 a.m.

May

5/1 Muscle Strengthening for Healthy Aging

Lubbock

In-person

Muscle Strengthening for Healthy Aging
Thursday, May 1 | 2-3:30 p.m.

5/6 Rescued Animals Second Chance Horse Sanctuary (Tour)

Lubbock

Hidden Local Tours

In-person

Rescued Animals Second Chance Horse Sanctuary
Tuesday, May 6 | 1:30-3 p.m.

5/6 Cypress Street Station Wine Dinner

Abilene

Food

In-person

Cypress Street Station Wine Dinner
Tuesday, May 6 | 5:30-7 p.m.

5/8 Lubbock Through a Lens: The Art of Winston Reeves

Lubbock

History

Hybrid

Lubbock Through a Lens: The Art of Winston Reeves
Thursday, May 8 | 2-3:30 p.m.

5/15 OLLI Listening Session: Share Your Ideas

Lubbock

In-person

OLLI Listening Session: Share Your Ideas
Thursday, May 15 | 2-4 p.m.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)

Address

Texas Tech Plaza | 1901 University Avenue, Suite 513 | Lubbock, Texas 79410-5095 || Mailing: Box 45095 | Lubbock, TX 79409-5095
Phone
(806) 742-6554
Email
olli@ttu.edu

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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)

Address

Phone

Email