Lifelong Learning
Explore enriching courses designed for personal growth, creativity, and lifelong learning. Enjoy engaging experiences that build skills, knowledge, and connections.
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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.
New Knowledge Adventures - Pocatello
New Knowledge Adventures at ISU is a member-directed organization for adults of retirement age to expand knowledge and explore new ideas.
Course Catalog
Walk to End Alzheimer's® FFL Team
We’re excited to invite you to join the FFL Team at our third annual Walk to End Alzheimer's®. To participate, please register on the official Alzheimer's website. https://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=19583&pg=entry Sign up here to be part of the FFL group as we support a wonderful cause together. Everyone who registers on this FFL site by August 13th will receive an FFL Walk t-shirt.
Move Well, Live Well: Fitness Fundamentals
Staying active is one of the most powerful ways to protect your health and independence as you age. In this class, we'll explore the foundations of fitness, including strength, balance, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Participants will learn how to exercise safely, stay active year-round (even at home), and separate common fitness myths from facts. This session includes simple movement demonstrations, practical strategies, and realistic tips to help you build confidence and consistency. Whether you're just getting started or looking to maintain your routine, you'll leave with the knowledge and tools to move your body with purpose and confidence.
Ebikes--Power to the Pedal
Join us for an informative and engaging presentation on electric bikes (eBikes) — the fast-growing trend transforming the way people commute, exercise, and explore the outdoors. We will cover the basics of how eBikes work, the different classes and features available, benefits for riders of all ages and abilities, and practical tips for choosing the right model. Whether you're curious about eBikes for recreation, transportation, or fitness, this session will give you the knowledge and confidence to get started. Bring your questions and enthusiasm — you may even find yourself ready to ride!
Museum of Idaho: Life Before Dinosaurs Tour
A Guided Tour through the traveling exhibit, "Live Before Dinosaurs: Meet the Permian Monsters".
Science Wednesday
Join a welcoming group of peers to discuss the latest frontiers of science. Each week, you will receive an accessible science article (via email) to read at home. In class, we gather for a relaxed, lively discussion to unpack the discoveries and explore their real-world impact. No scientific background is required—just curiosity!
Ancient Egypt - Introductory Lectures
Introduction to Ancient Egypt will be presented in 4 two-hour lectures providing students a view of the ways of life in Ancient Egypt throughout the millenias. You don't have to attend all 4 sessions, but you will receive a more well rounded background if you can! Topics will include: Predynastic Egypt, chronological timeline of the kings, gods and goddesses. New Kingdom - the great warrior kings, Queen Hapshepsut, the Armarna period, and unknown details of Tutankhamun. Funerary practices and the 'common' people of Dier el Medina - what we know of everyday life. Art and iconology.
Woodcarving, Advanced
Advanced woodcarving classes are for carvers who have completed at least one semester as a beginner carver or who have prior experience and do not require constant assistance and/or supervision. Advanced carvers will provide their own tools and equipment to include rotary power tools and knives/gouges (edged hand tools). Carvers select projects based on their individual interests. Related optional activities include participation in woodcarving competitions and displays.
T'ai Chi Chih - Beginners Class
Joy through movement and meditation in motion. Harvard Woman’s Health Letter calls Tai Chi “Medicine in Motion” and lists its numerous health benefits. The graceful, gentle movements improve physical balance and enhance spiritual balance. We will learn and practice the 19 Tai Chi Chih disciplines and several classical Qigong forms. Wear gym clothes and soft-soled shoes.
Fitness Made Simple
This class meets weekly on Tuesdays throughout the semester from 9/8 through 12/15. Notifications will be sent for any cancellations due to weather, illness, or travel. Leslee will give us the opportunity to improve our strength, flexibility and balance. Chairs are provided for balance and/or sitting if needed. A one time extra fee of $20 (for the whole semester) is due on the first day of class for equipment and use of the space at Bonneville County Extension. Checks may be made out to Bonneville County Extension.