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We believe learning never stops and are dedicated to creating classes and other learning opportunities for all ages and interests. Live your best life with us.
Upcoming Courses
We offer enrichment and personal development courses throughout the year to help prepare you for key parts of life.
The Evolution of American Football
September 8, October 13 & November 10, 2026
12-1 p.m.
Live, Virtual (Zoom)
This three-part virtual series will explore the historical development and cultural significance of football in America—from the roots of college football to the early days of the NFL, to the modern professional game as we know it today.
Mark Murphy will guide participants through the evolution of the sport, examining changes in rules, player development, league structure, media influence, and the broader social impact of football.
Cost: $119
Financial Wellness for Widows & Widowers
October 13, 20, 27, 2026
6-7 p.m.
Live, Virtual (Zoom)
This interactive class is for anyone preparing for or going through the loss of a spouse. It will give you answers to important questions like:
- How to navigate all the paperwork
- How taxes, Social Security, and pensions may be affected
- Wills, trusts and navigating probate
- And much more!
Winch Financial Advisors and a local estate planning attorney provide this purely educational course. No products will be sold during this course.
Cost: $59
Retirement Planning Fundamentals
Virtual Classes
September 16, 23 & 30, 2026
Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m.
Whether you are nearing retirement, already retired, or beginning to develop a retirement plan, you can benefit from a wealth of real-world information and strategies for retirement success. This course focuses on how you may prepare for a comfortable retirement and introduces you to concepts and strategies that may help you handle your day-to-day finances, potentially reduce your taxes and manage your investments. What’s more, it will discuss how you can assess your current financial situation and develop a personalized plan that may help you pursue your retirement goals. The presenters teach the material in a way that is easy to understand, using real-life examples that may be applied to your situation. The course is presented in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where your participation and questions are encouraged! In this course, you will learn:
- How to calculate retirement needs
- Setting financial and lifestyle goals
- The importance of estate planning
Fee: $119 (includes workbook)
Instructors
Roger Klumb, CFP®
Roger is a financial advisor and a Certified Financial Planner™ at Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated. He has been teaching retirement planning classes since 2016.
Sulay R. Ringwala, CFP®, CDFA®
Sulay is a financial advisor and Certified Financial Planner™ at Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated. He has been teaching adult education courses on retirement planning and personal finance since 2015.
Alexandra Spangler, CFP®
Alexandra believes in a holistic approach to financial planning and enjoys customizing portfolios specific to clients’ needs and goals with a specific interest in family, legacy, and estate planning.
Note: The workbook will be mailed to your home address after you register.
Self-Paced Courses
In addition to scheduled courses online or in-person, we also offer self-paced courses.
Addiction Recovery Ally Program
Gain a gentle yet powerful introduction to the realities of addiction in this ally program. Designed especially for friends, family and loved ones, it provides practical tools and compassionate strategies to help you walk alongside someone on their recovery journey—offering hope, understanding and support through meaningful connection.
Enjoy Lifelong Learning
Lifelong Learning Institute is a volunteer-led program for adults interested in learning in retirement to expand your thinking, create vibrant new friendships and share exciting experiences. When you become a member, you are eligible for 15+ classes each spring and fall.
World Languages Classes
Optimize talent and performance as a training professional with a certificate program designed to ensure employees make the most of their talent and maximize performance.
Online Short Courses
We offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely online. All of our courses are led by expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient and geared just for you.
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