Classes
Adventures in Lifelong Learning
Classes provide an in-depth learning opportunity. Offering a wide array of topics and a yearly Week of Learning. Learn more about current class offerings and more below.
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Current Class Descriptions
ALL Classes 2026
Note that classes are now included as part of your membership so you do not have to pay anything extra to attend classes (yay!) but you do still need to register to attend.
There will be sign-up sheets at the class or you may watch online using Yuja. Remember that Yuja is for viewing and listening.
Guests will need to register and pay a nominal fee.
Understanding Dementia: Types, Warning Signs, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Reducing Risk
Wed Apr 29 | 10 am - 12 pm | In-person Tallent Hall, Room 182 or online through Yuja.
Register by Apr 27.
Presenter Dr. Covelo, a neuroscientist interested in motivation, uses non-human animal models to study the neurobiological mechanisms underlying motivated behaviors. We will explore what dementia is and how it differs from normal aging and mild cognitive impairment. Then, we will learn about the major types of dementia and their typical symptom patterns. The second half will focus on Alzheimer's disease, including common symptoms, general brain changes, current treatment options, early detection and diagnosis, and practical strategies that may reduce risk and support brain health.
The IEP Process in Education
Mon Mar 30 | 1 - 3 pm | In-person Tallent Hall, Room 182 or online through Yuja.
Register by Mar 27.
Karen Kempinen, special educator with 48 consecutive years of teaching experience and ALL member, is our presenter. She will start with the many ways in which a child could develop a disability before, during, and after birth, and then cover other steps in the IEP process. For details of the topics to be covered click the Learn More link to the class flyer.
A Place of Learning and Legacy: The DeKoven Story
Mon Apr 13 | 1 - 3 pm | In-person Tallent Hall, Room 182 or online through Yuja.
Register by Apr 10.
Presenter Rory Graves, Archivist of the DeKoven Center, will share the history of the campus through photographs, archival discoveries, and lesser-known stories drawn from the Center's collections. Originally founded as Racine College in the mid-19th century, the campus has been home to students, clergy, sisters, summer campers, and retreat guests – each generation leaving behind traces of its story.
2025-2026 Season of Met Opera at the Movies
Registration is open for the 2025-2026 Met Opera classes. Register for the four opera classes by Oct 13.
Classes are held on Fridays and the operas are on Saturdays at an area theater. See the schedule attached to the flyer linked to Learn More.
Gregory Berg will, again, be our instructor. He will lead us through eight upcoming operas that you can see on your own, Live in HD, at the Renaissance Theater in Sturtevant, or the Tinseltown Theater in Kenosha. You'll enjoy this class even if you don't attend all of the theater performances.
Class on Oct 17, 2025 Operas on Oct 18, 2025 and Nov 8, 2025
Class on Nov 21, 2025 Operas on Nov 22, 2025 and Dec 13, 2025
Class on Jan 9, 2026 Operas on Jan 10, 2026 and Mar 21, 2026
Class on May 1, 2026 Operas on May 2, 2026 and May 30, 2026
Past Class Video
11/22/24 Met Opera "Live in HD" (opens in Yuja) Note: You will need to move the scroller to about the 4:40 mark to start the class. The session concludes around 97:58.
Registration Information
To register for classes members can register via the links provided for each class or send in a check to the address provided.
Please make all payments at time of registration.
Address:
University of Wisconsin-Parkiside
Attn: Adventures in Lifelong Learning
900 Wood Road
Kenosha, WI
53141
Adventures in Lifelong Learning
Mon-Fri | 8:30 am-4:30 pm
262-595-3340
lifelonglearning@uwp.edu
900 Wood Rd.
Kenosha, WI 53144