Instructor: George Hamilton Growing food on the moon presents a complex array of technical, resource, biological, economic, and environmental challenges. This talk explores why lunar farming will eventually be essential and how it might be[...]

Instructor: Multiple Grab a chair and take off on some exciting travel adventures! Jan. 26–Iceland: The Coolest Place on Earth. Tom Ress navigates Iceland’s scenic “Ring Road,” the 825-mile remote route that encircles the entire[...]

Leader: Janet Tedrow Mah Jongg players of all levels meet weekly on Mondays to play. Beginners class is available upon request. For more information, contact Janet Tedrow at wftedrow@aol.com.

Instructor: Tom Borcher This program provides an opportunity to watch a real trial as it unfolds. The program leader will scout court calendars to find an interesting trial, and a notice with the time, date,[...]

Leaders: Bob Stagg This literary discussion group reads one selection each week and discusses the author, time period, and relevance in today’s world. Since there is a new selection each week, prior attendance is not[...]

Instructor: William “Bill” Confer Psychologists consider the ability to delay gratification when tempted and to self-restrain when provoked as necessary skills for successful adaptation. This class will review and apply psych lab-derived principles for self-control[...]

Instructor: Peter A. Finzel Have you ever wanted to write a short story about an event in your life? This class provides a supportive environment for writing a personal short story and sharing it with[...]

Instructor: Penny Sumners Glenwood Cemetery, established in 1870 by the City of Huntsville, was created as a burial ground for African American citizens, where families purchased their own grave sites as in other city-owned cemeteries.[...]

Instructor: Ramona L. Hyman Poetry as Witness is an hour-long reading by Dr. Ramona L. Hyman to commemorate Black History Month. Drawing on spirituality, folk speech, history, and cultural depth, her poetic voice captures the[...]

Instructor: Kristin Mumper This program offers online chair yoga classes over Zoom. These hour-long chair yoga classes will be great for beginners and for attendees on a tight schedule. Sessions will work on mindfulness, joint[...]

Instructors: Steve Jones, Chris Stuhlinger This program features Part Two of the award-winning video series created by Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. This course is a continuation of Part[...]

Leaders: Cheryl Hodges Everyone, beginner to expert, is welcome to play the Hand and Foot variation of Canasta. Instruction and “cheat sheets” are provided upon request. For further information, contact Cheryl Hodges at maxine46@ymail.com.

Instructor: Jaimie Hannah This monthly book club will read selections from The New York Times’ 100 Best Books of the 21st Century list, which features a mix of award-winning fiction, thought-provoking nonfiction, and groundbreaking storytelling.[...]

instructor: Bill Carter This program showcases an innovative approach that turns waste into a valuable resource. By blending recycled plastic polymers into asphalt aggregates, this technology can extend road life by 50% or more while[...]

 

Instructor: Judi Shade Getting more out of an iPhone is easier than ever! This 90-minute presentation shows you how to use your device with ease and confidence. Topics will include health safety features that can[...]

Instructor: Tracie Collier Join us for a monthly exploration of the lives, ideas, and legacies of America’s Founding Fathers. We’ll examine their contributions to our nation and the complexities of their personal stories. Participants will[...]

Instructor: Jeff Nelson Muriel Rukeyser documents a mine disaster in a collage of legal, medical and personal testimonies; Edna St. Vincent Millay radical redefines traditional love poetry; Theodore Roethke makes greenhouses a “symbol for the[...]

Instructor: Jennifer Garlen Fight the Nazis abroad and at home with four films that span the World War II era. The series opens with the iconic classic, Casablanca (1942), starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and[...]

Instructor: Theresa Miller The LearningQUEST UkeQuestors is a special interest group (SIG) that provides an opportunity for ukulele players of all levels to meet in an open, accepting environment to refine and expand their skills,[...]

Leader: Joy Anderson Participants are invited to a fun-filled morning of Bunco. As it is played today, Bunco is a social dice game played in teams of four that involves 100% luck and very little[...]

Instructor: Multiple Grab a chair and take off on some exciting travel adventures! Jan. 26–Iceland: The Coolest Place on Earth. Tom Ress navigates Iceland’s scenic “Ring Road,” the 825-mile remote route that encircles the entire[...]

Leader: Janet Tedrow Mah Jongg players of all levels meet weekly on Mondays to play. Beginners class is available upon request. For more information, contact Janet Tedrow at wftedrow@aol.com.

Leaders: Bob Stagg This literary discussion group reads one selection each week and discusses the author, time period, and relevance in today’s world. Since there is a new selection each week, prior attendance is not[...]

Instructor: William “Bill” Confer Psychologists consider the ability to delay gratification when tempted and to self-restrain when provoked as necessary skills for successful adaptation. This class will review and apply psych lab-derived principles for self-control[...]

Instructor: Peter A. Finzel Have you ever wanted to write a short story about an event in your life? This class provides a supportive environment for writing a personal short story and sharing it with[...]

Instructor: Connie Atkinson There’s so much more to New Orleans Mardi Gras than the tourists will ever see. Take an inside look at America’s most non-American festival and the religious, ethnic, and social stories behind[...]

Instructor: Jane Wodtke Join us monthly for an international dining experience. Starting in February, we will eat and critique Italian, Vietnamese, Greek, Indian, and Thai cuisine at restaurants in and around the Huntsville area. Our[...]

Instructor: Ralph Allen The historic 1860 Huntsville Memphis & Charleston railroad depot has played a major role in the development of Huntsville. Owned and under-appreciated by the city, it is currently the topic of discussions[...]

Get ready for a sweet and exciting afternoon filled with Valentine’s treats and Bingo fun! Join us and let the good times roll!  No registration is required. All members are invited!

Instructor: Kristin Mumper This program offers online chair yoga classes over Zoom. These hour-long chair yoga classes will be great for beginners and for attendees on a tight schedule. Sessions will work on mindfulness, joint[...]

Instructors: Steve Jones, Chris Stuhlinger This program features Part Two of the award-winning video series created by Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. This course is a continuation of Part[...]

Leaders: Cheryl Hodges Everyone, beginner to expert, is welcome to play the Hand and Foot variation of Canasta. Instruction and “cheat sheets” are provided upon request. For further information, contact Cheryl Hodges at maxine46@ymail.com.

Instructor: Michael Stallcup This presentation will give an overview of food that has been eaten in space flight from early days to the present, including the food on the International Space Station. Also addressed will[...]

Instructor: Jeff Nelson Muriel Rukeyser documents a mine disaster in a collage of legal, medical and personal testimonies; Edna St. Vincent Millay radical redefines traditional love poetry; Theodore Roethke makes greenhouses a “symbol for the[...]

Instructor Elaine Fredericksen This course looks at how language changes and examines resistance to, and acceptance of, these changes. Participants will consider their own attitudes toward change by looking closely at their regional preferences and[...]

Instructor: Theresa Miller Have you been wanting to learn an easy musical instrument? The ukulele is a user-friendly choice, perfect for quickly learning chords to accompany singing. This class will cover the basics of strumming,[...]

Instructor: Multiple Grab a chair and take off on some exciting travel adventures! Jan. 26–Iceland: The Coolest Place on Earth. Tom Ress navigates Iceland’s scenic “Ring Road,” the 825-mile remote route that encircles the entire[...]

Leader: Janet Tedrow Mah Jongg players of all levels meet weekly on Mondays to play. Beginners class is available upon request. For more information, contact Janet Tedrow at wftedrow@aol.com.

Leaders: Bob Stagg This literary discussion group reads one selection each week and discusses the author, time period, and relevance in today’s world. Since there is a new selection each week, prior attendance is not[...]

Instructor: William “Bill” Confer Psychologists consider the ability to delay gratification when tempted and to self-restrain when provoked as necessary skills for successful adaptation. This class will review and apply psych lab-derived principles for self-control[...]

Instructor: Peter A. Finzel Have you ever wanted to write a short story about an event in your life? This class provides a supportive environment for writing a personal short story and sharing it with[...]

 

Instructor: Auston Cherbonneaux While many have heard of the calorie, its origins and how heat became associated with respiration are less known. This program will explain how this fundamental measurement for nutrition, fitness, and health[...]

Instructor: Multiple What were you doing in the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s? This light-hearted program takes you on a fun romp through three memorable decades with visuals, laughter, and music—while  leaving the turmoil and chaos[...]

Instructors: Steve Jones, Chris Stuhlinger This program features Part Two of the award-winning video series created by Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. This course is a continuation of Part[...]

Leaders: Cheryl Hodges Everyone, beginner to expert, is welcome to play the Hand and Foot variation of Canasta. Instruction and “cheat sheets” are provided upon request. For further information, contact Cheryl Hodges at maxine46@ymail.com.

Instructor: Jill Stallcup This workshop will feature three different cards with three different themes, made using torn pieces of paper. The projects are fun, quick, and easy. No supplies are needed, but participants are welcome[...]

Instructor: Jeff Nelson Muriel Rukeyser documents a mine disaster in a collage of legal, medical and personal testimonies; Edna St. Vincent Millay radical redefines traditional love poetry; Theodore Roethke makes greenhouses a “symbol for the[...]

Instructor Elaine Fredericksen This course looks at how language changes and examines resistance to, and acceptance of, these changes. Participants will consider their own attitudes toward change by looking closely at their regional preferences and[...]

Instructor: Theresa Miller The LearningQUEST UkeQuestors is a special interest group (SIG) that provides an opportunity for ukulele players of all levels to meet in an open, accepting environment to refine and expand their skills,[...]

Instructor: Multiple Grab a chair and take off on some exciting travel adventures! Jan. 26–Iceland: The Coolest Place on Earth. Tom Ress navigates Iceland’s scenic “Ring Road,” the 825-mile remote route that encircles the entire[...]

Leader: Janet Tedrow Mah Jongg players of all levels meet weekly on Mondays to play. Beginners class is available upon request. For more information, contact Janet Tedrow at wftedrow@aol.com.

Leaders: Bob Stagg This literary discussion group reads one selection each week and discusses the author, time period, and relevance in today’s world. Since there is a new selection each week, prior attendance is not[...]

Instructor: Brent Pittman, Edie Hermes This three-part workshop addresses bone loss, a common concern for adults over 30. While some bone loss is normal with aging, many experience accelerated loss that can lead to osteoporosis.[...]

Instructor: William “Bill” Confer Psychologists consider the ability to delay gratification when tempted and to self-restrain when provoked as necessary skills for successful adaptation. This class will review and apply psych lab-derived principles for self-control[...]

Instructor: Peter A. Finzel Have you ever wanted to write a short story about an event in your life? This class provides a supportive environment for writing a personal short story and sharing it with[...]

Instructor: N/A LearningQUEST “Let’s Do Lunch”—Group 1 will lunch at various locations within the Huntsville/Madison area. Two weeks prior to the monthly luncheon, the coordinator will identify the “Restaurant of the Month” and will obtain[...]

Instructor: Anthony Hale Wireless devices—from smartphones to tablets to smartwatches—are becoming essential tools for everyday life. This class provides an overview of devices most useful to seniors, explains how they work together, and highlights ways[...]

Instructor: N/A LearningQUEST “Let’s Do Lunch” see description for Group 1- Please register for one group only; duplicate registrations will be removed since all groups go to the same restaurants. Group 2 will meet on[...]

Instructors: Steve Jones, Chris Stuhlinger This program features Part Two of the award-winning video series created by Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. This course is a continuation of Part[...]

Leaders: Cheryl Hodges Everyone, beginner to expert, is welcome to play the Hand and Foot variation of Canasta. Instruction and “cheat sheets” are provided upon request. For further information, contact Cheryl Hodges at maxine46@ymail.com.

Instructor: Liz Hall This course will explain how to live with purpose by understanding and appreciating the roles you’ve served, sometimes without realizing it. Understanding the role of purpose can give you more power over[...]

Instructor: N/A LearningQUEST “Let’s Do Lunch” see description for Group 1. Please register for one group only; duplicate registrations will be removed since all groups go to the same restaurants. Group 3 will meet on[...]

Instructor: Debbie West Color is never an innocent or passive presence in our world. Throughout millennia, humans have used color in art, industry, and institutions, shaping how we see and understand life. This collection reveals[...]

Instructor: Ralph E. Carson Hope is a vital ingredient for happiness, which in turn is essential to a high quality of life. Research shows that hope expands mental capacity, improves mood, and helps slow the[...]

Instructor: Xingrong Chen Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that today is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. It is one of the most popular methods of movement for seniors involving a series of[...]

Instructor: Jeff Nelson Muriel Rukeyser documents a mine disaster in a collage of legal, medical and personal testimonies; Edna St. Vincent Millay radical redefines traditional love poetry; Theodore Roethke makes greenhouses a “symbol for the[...]