Friends for Learning - Idaho Falls
FFL is an educational venture enjoyed by people age 50 and over. This venture is for those who wish to stimulate their thinking and expand their knowledge. For membership information or other information about FFL, please contact Continuing Education at (208) 282-3372 or email cetrain@isu.edu.
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Fall 2026 Registration Opens August 10.
FFL Mission Statement
"The purpose of Friends for Learning is to provide, at minimal cost, activities, special events, and opportunities for study for retired and semi-retired people who want to continue their intellectual growth and enjoy being part of a like-minded community."
Make new friends. Explore new frontiers. Have some fun!
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General Classes
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Course Catalog
Air Idaho Rescue base Tour
Tour the Air Idaho Rescue base at EIRMC in Idaho Falls. Discover how this critical lifeline operates, see the helicopters up close, and learn how the flight crews bring life-saving emergency care to the region's most remote areas.
How to Manage Conflict in a Positive Way
Dr. Joy Beck will teach us skills to practice civility in a world full of conflict. We will learn how to build healthy relationships in our family, community, and work environment, based on respect for self and others, listening to understand, self-awareness, and responsibility for our own feelings.
The Credit Union Difference
Discussion about the credit union difference, how credit unions were founded by groups of people to help people and how credit unions are still living by their moto of People Helping People today.
Russia's Present, Future & Why it Matters
Russia's onslaught in Ukraine has changed European history, but it's changing Russia even more. To maintain the war effort, Vladimir Putin has polarized his populace, drained his economy, and backed himself into a corner with few options to right the ship peacefully. That's bad news for everyone, including the US. We'll take a look at what's happening now and what to watch for in the coming years -- because Russia will not be ignored.
Dam to Farmland Tour, Henrys Fork Foundation
Friends for Learning will be hosting a presentation by Climate Adaptation Program Manager Dr. Christina Morrisett, who is with the Henrys Fork Foundation. Dr. Morrisett will lead a 4-hour car caravan “Dam to Farmland” tour through the Island Park region. The tour includes stops at: Big Springs, Island Park Dam, Ashton-area farms, St. Anthony canal systems, and Egin Sand Dunes. Dr. Morrisett will take us through how water moves from the dam through farmland and supports agriculture across the region. This should be a very interesting session, especially for those who enjoy learning more about local landscapes, water systems, and how our region works.
Idaho Falls Humanitarian Center
Come tour the Idaho Falls Area Humanitarian Center! The center is a nonprofit, non-denominational organization. They produce a variety of projects and collect household and hygiene items, and partner with over 100 agencies to provide for the underserved and needy in our community. Discover how you can help in your community!
Dot Mandala Rock Painting
In this class you will learn how to make geometric patterns using dots of acrylic paint on rocks to create your very own simple dot mandala rock. Gretchen will start you out using the basic anchor system to start your design. All supplies will be provided including a rock to paint and take home. She'll talk about the craze of painting rocks and hiding them for others to find in local parks, the minimal supplies needed to paint rocks, and some basic techniques. Still not sure what we're talking about? Google Dot mandala rock images! If you've already taken this class, please let other folks have an opportunity to attend!
I Found a Famous Ancestor, Sculptor From Illinois
A journey finding an ancestor, a female sculptor from Illinois, with Irish roots. Learning about her life, her struggles, and her legacy.
Finding Hope and Resilience After Loss
In this class we will learn how to find meaning after grief, resilience through adversity, and purpose after loss, based on the instructor's personal loss and cancer. We will learn about how she rediscovered herself during her 107 day journey at sea to 26 ports around the world. This will be a class via Zoom in conjunction with the New Knowledge Adventures (NKA) group which is Pocatello's version of FFL!