• When Seeing is No Longer Believing: Media Literacy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

• Artificial intelligence has made it easier than ever to create convincing fake images, videos, news articles, and audio recordings, and harder than ever to tell what is real. This course introduces participants to the basics of media literacy in a world where misinformation spreads quickly, and AI-generated content is increasingly difficult to detect. Through clear explanations and hands-on examples, participants will learn how to pause and evaluate information before accepting or sharing it, how to use free and simple fact-checking tools to verify news and claims, how to recognize the common visual and textual signs of AI-generated content, and how to identify deepfake videos and manipulated audio. The session also covers practical strategies for staying safe online, including how to spot phishing attempts, AI voice scams, and misleading social media posts. No prior technical knowledge is required. By the end of the session, participants will leave with a set of concrete, easy-to-use fact-checking skills and tools that will help them navigate today's information landscape with greater confidence and informed awareness

   

• Instructor: Chidalu Gloria Nnorukah

• Dates: 11/2/2026 - 11/2/2026

  Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

• Sessions: 1

  Days: M

• Building: Sangren Hall

  Room: 2510

• Member Rate: $10, Non-Member Rate: $20

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• Preparing for Death: Leave No Stone Unturned

• Participants in this course will be introduced to a variety of topics that one might wish to address in preparing for the eventuality of death. Rather than approach this as a taboo or morose topic, the course will focus on identifying important topics and issues that one wishes to be honored both before and after dying. These topics include legal documentation and considering if one wants a service and, if so, what kind of service. We’ll also think about some questions. Does one want to write their own obituary? Are there people one hopes to be present when near death? Or are there people one does not want to be present at that time? Overall, the theme of this course is to create an inventory of what is important and begin work on addressing each item in one's inventory.

   

• Instructor: Sue Caulfield

  Capacity Remaining: 18

• Dates: 11/10/2026 - 11/24/2026

  Times: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

• Sessions: 3

  Days: Tu

• Building: First Presbyterian Church

  Room:

• Member Rate: $30, Non-Member Rate: $60

  NOTE: The Dates and Times have been changed, this has not been reflected on the printed mailer.

• Simplify and Declutter as Seniors

• As seniors we looked forward to retiring and simplifying our lives. But now we find our homes and schedules full to the brim and overflowing. How can we reduce all the stress and strain of too much of everything? Declutter websites and books tell us to divide things into "keep" or "donate" piles or maybe teach us how to better organize our time. But after such long lives with our homes, belongings and interests, it's never this simple. Emotions, commitments, and our identities get in the way. This series of classes will focus on ways we can meet the task of simplifying (our homes & our schedules) without feeling deprived of memories or pressured to drop down to the bare necessities. We explore what questions are the best ones to ask. We practice how to distinguish between life’s treasures (or meaningful experiences) and mere possessions (or busyness for the sake of just having something to do). Learn to let go of what is no longer relevant to today. Although a similar course was offered before, content has been tweaked and the approach renewed. Feel free to repeat for added motivation

   

• Instructor: Niki Nimmo

  Capacity Remaining: 11

• Dates: 11/5/2026 - 11/19/2026

  Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Sessions: 3

  Days: Th

• Building: College of Health and Human Services

  Room: 1035

• Member Rate: $30, Non-Member Rate: $60

• Karl Marx and the Civil War in the United States

• While we may not realize it, our country’s Civil War stirred a great deal of international interest. For example, most Americans may not know that Karl Marx was a close observer of the conflict. He wrote over a hundred articles and letters that addressed the war, commenting on the Union’s military tactics, Lincoln’s political strategy, emancipation and the impact it would have upon the postwar republic, and many other topics. Join us as we dive into Marx’s unique opinions and analyze his observations about the American Civil War from a new perspective. 

   

• Instructor: Tom Dietz

  Capacity Remaining: 22

• Dates: 11/6/2026 - 11/13/2026

  Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Sessions: 2

  Days: F

• Building: Portage Zhang Senior Center

  Room: Meeting Rooms 2A/2B

• Member Rate: $20, Non-Member Rate: $40

• Solo-Aging in SW Michigan Online Via Webex

• This session is for those who identify as or wish to know more about solo-agers. A solo-ager is an older adult who is aging without a partner, adult children, close friends/neighbors, etc. for significant support for critical decisions like healthcare, finances, transportation, estate planning, end-of-life decisions, pet care, etc. In this course, we will share strategic planning options and community resources available for solo-agers as well as support each other through the solo-aging journey.

   

• Instructor: John Hulsebus

  Capacity Remaining: 21

• Dates: 11/9/2026 - 11/9/2026

  Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Sessions: 1

  Days: M

• Building: Online

  Room:

• Member Rate: $10, Non-Member Rate: $20

• Golden Information for the Golden Years: Gift of Life Michigan: Organ Donation Information

• Golden Information for the Golden Years: Gift of Life Michigan: Organ Donation Information Are you curious about how organ donation works? What happens after you put your name on the organ donor registry? What happens after your organ has been donated? Is there follow up with the family? There are many questions about this life changing and life saving decision. Choosing to become an organ and tissue donor can make an impact in many ways and in many lives. Hear some of the stories of donors and recipients and find out how you can make a difference, and how it all works.

   

• Instructor: K. Lynn McFarlen

  Capacity Remaining: 18

• Dates: 11/17/2026 - 11/17/2026

  Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Sessions: 1

  Days: Tu

• Building: Milestone Senior Services

  Room: 918 Jasper St, Kalamazoo MI 49001

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• How to Protect Yourself from your Computer

• Frustrated with your computer? Notice how it slows down over time? Wondering why we have to keep buying new devices? It turns out the vast majority of headaches, security issues, tech expenditures, and e-waste are preventable. In this course, I'll de-mystify and explain the IT industry in Plain English. (Especially the Windows 11 Cash Grab this past October!) Topics I explain: Why Antivirus software is obsolete Why software becomes more complicated every day -The Four New Threats Avoiding Fake Rental WiFi How Smart TVs watch YOU Why Complicated Passwords are Ineffective How to save money on printing Bulletproofing a PC fand more! This is the only self-defense class offered where you won't break a sweat!

   

• Instructor: Marc-Anthony Arena

  Capacity Remaining: 25

• Dates: 11/18/2026 - 11/18/2026

  Times: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

• Sessions: 1

  Days: W

• Building: Online

  Room:

• Member Rate: $10, Non-Member Rate: $20