Lifelong Learning
You are never too old to learn, and we have a plethora of enjoyable, valuable classes that will enrich your life.
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FFL - Idaho Falls
Spring 2026 Registration Opens January 13th. Login and then select membership to begin enrollment into the classes on this page. Membership is $25.
NKA - Pocatello
2026 Spring membership registration will open on January 8th, with class registration opening (for up to 20 classes) on January 20th. No class limit on January 21st.
Course Catalog
2 Mile Walking Video – Inside
Let’s take a two-mile indoor walk with Leslie Sansone! This fun and energizing video workout is a great way to meet your cardio goals – especially when the weather isn’t cooperating. Leslie guides you through a series of full-bodied movements that get your heart rate up and keep you moving for a complete cardio workout. Location: Liberty Hall (upstairs)
Creating a Fused Glass Greenhouse
Decorate clear glass in the shape of a house with sections to fill with flowers, leaves, and pots to complete a colorful greenhouse. Location: 456 University St., Pocatello Class Limit: 16 Class Fee: $45 How to Pay: Please RSVP and send check payable to Christine Brower at 235 Sorenson Ave., Pocatello ID 83201 by April 9th. Venmo available, please contact facilitator for more info. If payment is not received by this date, wait-list members will be invited. Fees are non-refundable unless your seat can be filled by another participant.
Lunch and Games
People who are interested in attending the NKA Lunch and Games class - changes are coming. For this semester you will still need to register for Lunch and Games each month that you are able to attend but henceforth this class for NKA will be: GAMES AND GOODIES. See the new class description below. GAMES AND GOODIES Hand and Foot and Dominoes Mexican Train will be played from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. You must sign up to participate each month you plan to attend. There will be goodies each month provided by different groups of class members. Call Sharon Manning (208-233-9425) if you must cancel so that someone from the wait list can be invited to attend. Section 1 -Friday, September 19, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Section 2 - Friday, October 17, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Section 3 - Friday, November 21, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Section 4 - Friday, December 19, 1:00 - 4:00 PM LOCATION: Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 215 North 18th (Use the ADA entrance on the west side of the church) FACILITATOR: Sharon Manning & Committee (208-233-9425, manninsh@aol.com) COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Ann Smith, Diane Tauscher, Mary Spinner and Nancy Dafoe CLASS LIMIT: 80 CLASS FEE: $5 per person for each section paid at the door (This will cover the cost of the goodies served. Any excess funds will be given to NKA )
Help for your Green Thumb (Class B)
Aaron will give us a tour of Eagle Rock's shop and greenhouse and discuss new plant varieties that well thrive in Eastern Idaho. We will offer the same class twice to allow for more to attend.
Strength Training, an Introduction
Many people shy away from strength training because they believe it takes a lot of effort. If your doctor has been recommending it, here is your chance to be a good patient. Bring a mat, a pair of three- or five-pound weights, or even two cans of soup to join this intro class. We will put on some music for 20-30 minutes and discover a weight training routine to build muscle and bone strength. You can pick the amount of effort you are willing to put into your exercise. Come join us and have some fun! Class Limit: 25
Tour of Idaho Falls Airport
Join us for an insider’s tour of the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA), the gateway to eastern Idaho and Yellowstone country. This guided visit offers a behind-the-scenes look at airport operations, including passenger services, security, and airfield management. Learn how flights are coordinated, see how safety and efficiency are maintained, and discover the airport’s role in supporting regional travel and economic growth. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or simply curious about how an airport runs, this tour provides a fascinating glimpse into the workings of Idaho Falls’ busy regional hub. Class limit: 30
Glass Blowing - Pendants
Create custom pendants in this beginner lampworking class. Poky Glass Art Studio artists will show you how to manipulate color, shape, and flow in glass. Participants will make 2 or 3 pendants in this one-hour class. Choose from a wide selection of colored frit to make a unique piece of wearable art! ALL SECTIONS ARE THE SAME CLASS; PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE Section 1 – Monday: September 15; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by September 8th Section 2 – Monday: September 29; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by September 8th Section 3 – Monday: October 13; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by October 6th Section 4 – Monday: October 27; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by October 6th Section 5 – Monday: November 10; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by November 3rd Section 6 – Monday: November 24; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by November 3rd Section 7 – Monday: December 8; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by December 1st Section 8 – Monday: December 15; 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – payment due by December 1st Class Limit: 4 Class Fee: $40 How to Pay: send your $40 check payable to Poky Glass Art to: Chara Boehm 336 South 12th Ave Pocatello, ID 83201 Payments for the class fees are due one week before the day of the class.
Glass Blowing - Paperweight
Create your own paperweight in this beginner soft glass class. Work alongside Poky Glass Art Studio artists to create a work of glass art! Participants will make a solid glass paperweight swirled with color. Choose from a wide selection of colored frit to make something you can display, while learning the basics of soft glass in our furnace. Participants may have time to make more than one paperweight, but each additional paperweight will have a $35 fee applied for material cost. ALL SECTIONS ARE THE SAME CLASS; PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE Section 1 – Monday: September 15; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by September 8th Section 2 – Monday: September 29; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by September 8th Section 3 – Monday: October 13; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by October 6th Section 4 – Monday: October 27; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by October 6th Section 5 – Monday: November 10; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by November 3rd Section 6 – Monday: November 24; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by November 3rd Section 7 – Monday: December 8; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by December 1st Section 8 – Monday: December 15; 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – payment due by December 1st Class Limit: 4 Class Fee: $40 (for one paperweight) How to Pay: send your $40 check payable to Poky Glass Art to: Chara Boehm 336 South 12th Ave Pocatello, ID 83201 Payments for the class fees are due one week before the day of the class.
National Security Basics
America’s multi-faceted approach to U.S. National Security. How it has been shaped and how it is changing. Learn about how you benefit while traveling abroad as a U.S. citizen, as well as the security you enjoy stateside