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
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!
Why and What Public Defenders Do
In this class we will learn about the Public Defender system, and its role in defending indigent people charged with a crime. We will learn how the Public Defender system protects people's constitutional rights to a fair trial.
MWT Snack Food Pilot Plant Tour
Presentation and tour of snack food R&D facility including cracker line demonstration.
Let's Make Jelly!
Making jelly is an easy process, but there are some tricks and things to be aware of. In groups of three, we will make a batch of jelly to take home. We'll use locally grown fruit, and follow the low-sugar recipe, letting the natural fruit flavor burst as you enjoy it on freshly made bread. Participants should bring aprons or clothes that can handle a few stains, as it might get a little messy. All supplies and jelly making ingredients will be provided.
Strictly Sourdough Starter
Come learn about and enjoy the wonderful world of sourdough. This class is for the novice. A sourdough starter is simple and is not as much work as you might think. We'll discuss the care and feeding of a sourdough start and make one. Sourdough culture can be used in many recipes. Come begin a wonderful tasty journey!
Museum of Idaho: Galileo Tour
A guided tour through the Galileo exhibit at the Museum of Idaho, learning about his achievements, his discoveries, and his contributions to science and modern thought.
The Four-String Banjo in American Music
Ron gives a demonstration of the four-string jazz banjo with playing examples of music from the 1910s-1920s. He also discusses his Army Band career, centering on his use of the banjo in that setting.
Wonderful World of Poinsettias!
Poinsettia care, how to keep them growing. Where do they come from? Are they a desert or tropical plant?
Beginning Colored Pencil Art
This class will meet twice and will teach colored pencil techniques such as how to: transfer an image using tracing & transfer paper, use different types of pencil strokes & pencil pressures to produce a realistic image, mix colors by adding layers of different colored pencils, depict reflections on a shiny surface and texture of a fabric. Students should bring regular pencils, erasers, pencil sharpener if you have one, and a set of 24 or 36 Prismacolor Premier pencils. (Purchase at Sam's Club for $20.00.) AVOID other brands including Prismacolor Scholar or watercolor pencils.