Lifelong Learning Class Schedule

Classes for Curious Minds

Who says learning stops after retirement? In our lifelong learning classes, curiosity is contagious and every class is a chance to discover something new! Whether it’s mastering a new language, developing artistic talents, learning a new sport or diving into history, our classes are packed with passion, laughter and lively discussion. It’s brain fuel, social connection and lively fun all rolled into one.

Classes are available for community residents and seniors living in Carroll County.

Spring 2026 Class Schedule

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Payment for classes is due at the time of registration.
Refunds may be available no later than 10 days prior to the class start date.

Zentangle

Instructor: Jaqui MacMillian

Wednesdays
Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11

2 – 4 p.m.

Location: Heuer Art Studio
Fee: $35 per session

The Art of Pottery: Studio Ceramics

Instructor: Anna Crooks, Carroll Community College

Thursdays
Session 1: Sept. 10 – Oct. 29      Session 2: Nov. 5 – Jan. 14

1 – 4 p.m.

Location: Leisure Arts Room
Fee: $80 for residents/$100 guests per session 

The Rise and Fall of American Women 1915 – 1950

Instructor: Marcy Gouge, Carroll Community College

Fridays and Monday
Sept. 11, 14, 18

10 – 12 p.m.

Location: Wellness Classroom
Fee: $15 residents/$30 for guests

Swimming Lessons

Instructor: Maxim Basin

Fridays

Sept. 11 – Oct. 2

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Pool

Fee: $30 for residents/$60 guests

Fundamentals of Tai Chi

Instructor:  Bill Wiltenton, Carroll Community College

Mondays

Session 1: Sept. 14 – Oct. 19       
Session 2: Oct. 26 – Nov. 30

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Aerobics Dance Studio

Fee: $15 for residents/$50 for guests per session

Basket Weaving

Instructor: Sharon Schaffer

Monday, Sept. 14 – Small Square Basket with Handles

Friday, Oct. 23 – Woven Reed Vase

Monday, Nov. 30 – Woven Reed Bells

1 – 4 p.m.

Location: Leisure Arts RoomFee: $15 for residents/$30 for guests per class

Drawing and Painting: Studio Art

Instructor: Sarah Abel-Deluca, Carroll Community College

 

Mondays

Session 1: Sept. 14 – Nov. 2 
Session 2: Nov. 9 – Jan. 11

2 – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Heurer Art Studio

Fee: $60 for residents/$80 for guests per session

Tapping Your Way to Happy

Instructor: Angel Dunchack


Tuesday, Sept. 15, 1 p.m.,
Wellness Center

Friday, Oct. 16, 10 a.m., Windsor Club Room
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 1 p.m.
– Wellness Center

Fee: $5 for residents/$15 for guests per session

History of Christian Thought

Instructor: Ruth Ann Wood, Carroll Community College

Tuesdays
Sept. 22 – The Middle Ages and the Renaissance
Oct. 20 – Reformers and the Age of Reason
Nov. 17 – Post-Reformation and the Modern Period

10 – 12 p.m.

Location: Wellness Center
Fee: $5 for residents/$15 for guests per session

Chatting with AI

Instructor: Jack Bayne, Carroll Tech and Innovation Council

Thursday

Sept. 24

1 – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Wellness Classroom

Fee: $5 for residents/$15 for guests

Calling All Booklovers!

Instructor: Marcy Gouge, Carroll Community College

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Sept. 28 – Oct. 210 – 2 p.m.

Location: Wellness Classroom

Fee: $15 for residents/$35 for guests

Tabletop Photography

Instructor: Walt Calahan, Carroll Community College

Wednesdays
Oct. 7 – 21

1 – 3 p.m.

Location: Wellness Classroom
Fee: $15 for residents/$35 for guests

The Rise and Fall of the American Mafia

Instructor: Paul Ruehs, Carroll Community College

Monday and Wednesday

Oct. 12 and 14

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Wellness Classroom

Fee: $10 for residents, $25 for guests

Intro to Internet Browsers

Instructor: Jack Bayne, Carroll Tech & Innovation Council

Thursday

Oct. 15

1 – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Wellness Classroom

Fee: $5 for residents/$15 for guests

Needle Felted Pumpkins

Instructor: Gayle Matthues, Carroll Community College

Wednesday
Oct. 21

1 – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Leisure Arts Room
Fee: $10 for residents/$25 for guests

Photographing People

Instructor: Walt Calahan, Carroll Community College

 

Wednesdays

Nov. 4 – 181 – 3 p.m.

Location: Wellness Center Classroom

Fee: $15 for residents/$35 for guests

Fused Glass Holiday Ornaments

Instructor: Cathy Trostle, Carroll Community College

Friday
Nov. 6

9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Leisure Arts Center

Fee: $15 for residents/$30 for guests