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Free and Open to the Public!
- Date: 9/21/2026
- Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- Day of the week: M
- Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab), 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Presentation Description: Join us for a discussion on the 3 constitutional amendments on the ballot this November! The League of Women Voters is sponsoring a new event, Civic Circles, during which citizens have discussions on issues of interest to our local community. The theme for the fall circles Is the proposed amendments. These are non-partisan events.
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Shawn Smith
Day of the week: Th
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM.
Dates: 10/8/2026 - 10/8/2026
Member Benefit
Course Location:OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address:1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit (we do monitor enrollment and when possible may add seats): 35
Description:
“Cyber Security” – Keeping your digital space safe is as challenging as it is important. Knowing what to do and what help is available is sometimes difficult to understand. This presentation will educate seniors on the top tips for staying safe from cyber crimes and help them acquire knowledge about Anti Virus Software, Virtual Private Networks, and Internet Security Services. It will also review the top-rated providers for each.
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Shawn Smith
Day of the week: Th
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM.
Dates: 11/12/2026 - 11/12/2026
Member Benefit
Course Location:OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address:1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit (we do monitor enrollment and when possible may add seats): 35
Description:
“Imposter Scams” – Our society is rife with impostors who are seeking to steal our money, credit, and identities. Seniors are often targeted for these scams, as they are often asset-rich and technologically vulnerable. From fraudulent phone calls to ‘The Grandparent Scam, this presentation will discuss in detail the five most common imposter scams and teach seniors how to keep themselves safe and report them.
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Day of the week: W
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM.
Dates: 10/14/2026 - 10/14/2026
Member Benefit
Course Location:OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address:1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit (we do monitor enrollment and when possible may add seats): 35
Description:
Have you ever wondered what to do if you encounter a Black Bear, at home or in the wild? Have you ever wondered how to prevent human-bear conflicts, like upended garbage cans and torn-down bird feeders? Virginia Master Naturalist volunteers Carol Diggs, Jack Day, and Beth Kuhn will help you find the answers to these questions and more, as they guide you in learning more about bear behavior and actions people can take to keep bears wild and people safe. This presentation is part of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources project “Living with Black Bears in Virginia”.
Beth Kuhn has been a Virginia Master Naturalist volunteer in the Rivanna chapter since 2014, and currently is coordinator for the RMN Black Bear education group and chair of the Outreach Committee. As an RMN, she enjoys stream monitoring, school nature walks, and Outreach tabling events. She retired from a middle school teaching career in 2019 but continues to be a dedicated science nerd and reading advocate.
Carol Diggs has been a member of the Virginia Master Naturalist program’s Rivanna chapter since 2021, and a trained Black Bear educator since 2025. Her volunteer work has included monitoring the trail at The Nature Conservancy’s Fernbrook Natural Area, working on a VDOT/Virginia Tech roadkill tracking project to identify the need for wildlife corridors along Route 29 south of Charlottesville, and checking local kestrel nest boxes for new broods. She retired to Charlottesville from a public relations career in 2016 and is happily busy with RMN volunteering and continuing education, freelance writing, and leading visitor tours at James Madison’s Montpelier.
Jack Day has been a Virginia Master Naturalist in the Rivanna chapter (RMN) since 2020. In 2023 he completed the DWR program about ‘Living with Black Bears’, which prepared him to participate in public speaking and information table events about black bears in Virginia. Before becoming a Master Naturalist, he was monitoring bluebird boxes on a trail at Lake Monticello to report population data to the Virginia Bluebird Society (VBS). Bluebird monitoring has been his main volunteer activity for RMN. In the fall of 2025, he became a County Coordinator for VBS where he advises and supports those who monitor bluebird box trails in Albemarle and Fluvanna Counties.
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Margie Swanson
Day of the week: F
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM.
Dates: 10/23/2026 - 10/23/2026
Member Benefit
Course Location:OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address:1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit (we do monitor enrollment and when possible may add seats): 20
Description:
This 45-minute class followed by Q&A will demystify any of the issues you may have with controlling your Required Minimum Distributions (RMD)- answer any of your burning questions and ensure that You are the master of your IRA. Learn to harness the power of Qualified Charitable Distributions—the ultimate win-win scenario.
Graduating with an Ed.S. in Psychology, Margie Swanson worked as a School Psychologist before starting her own financial practice in the Midwest. She moved to Charlottesville in 1987, driving cross country during the crash of ‘87 and slowly built up a clientele of teachers, nurses, and everyday individuals who wanted to be involved in the process of growing their hard earned assets. Margie, who retired in 2023, learned early on that her background in psychology was valuable with steering clients into becoming more confident financial decision makers.
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OLLI staff monitor enrollment and work to open seats before 11/13/2026. We will contact those on the wait list to invite them to enroll when seats become available. Joining the wait list is free; if you are invited and choose to enroll, the $0.00 fee will be collected at that time.
- Date: 11/13/2026
- Day of the Week: F
- Fees: $0.00
- Location: Leander McCormick Observatory 600 Mccormick Rd , VA 22904
Enjoy an evening under the stars at UVA’s historic McCormick Observatory (est. 1885). OLLI members will explore this landmark while learning about its famous 26 inch refractor and, weather permitting, viewing the night sky through telescopes. If skies are cloudy, the program continues indoors. Join fellow members for a relaxed, engaging night of learning and connection.
Note: This event is rain or shine. In case of inclement weather, an indoor program will be provided. This event is not handicapped accessible.This is a historic building with steps. Parking is on a gravel lot with uneven surfaces; wear comfortable shoes.
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Day of the week: M
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM.
Dates: 11/30/2026 - 11/30/2026
Member Benefit
Course Location:OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address:1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit (we do monitor enrollment and when possible may add seats): 35
Description:
overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. Join licensed healthcare professionals Jennifer Perry from Benchmark Senior Solutions for an informative session exploring the full spectrum of senior care options available in the Charlottesville area. In this session, you’ll:
• Learn about different levels of care, including in-home services, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing communities.
• Understand the types of support offered in each setting and how they align with individual needs.
• Explore insurance and payment options, including what is (and isn’t) typically covered.
• Gain practical tools and questions to ask providers as you navigate the healthcare and senior living continuum. By the end of the discussion, attendees will have a clearer understanding of the services and resources available — and the confidence to make informed decisions for themselves or their loved ones.
Jennifer Perry has worked with the geriatric population for over 20 years in both clinical and operational roles. As an occupational therapist, Jennifer provides a focus on function and safety in the home environment as well as a keen eye when considering senior living options. Jennifer has a strong familiarity of the senior living business with experience in management at the community level as a rehab director and at the corporate level as a regional rehab director. Jennifer has a high expectation of quality care and positive outcomes, with an eye for details and excellence. This combination provides her clients at Benchmark Senior Solutions with a compassionate and factual resource to provide advice in the process of selecting the best resources to meet individual needs. Jennifer obtained her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. She is Licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine and certified by the National Board of Certification of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. She is an independent contractor and owner of OnPoint Solutions LLC, and is a Certified Geriatric Care Professional as well as Certified Dementia Practitioner.
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Free and Open to the Public!
- Date: 12/15/2026
- Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Day of the week: Tu
- Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab), 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Presentation Description: Children with disabilities have been part of the population for millenia, but in the contemporary world there has been a marked increase in societies’ recognition of them. Identifying and serving them in schools has become a primary concern for many people. This session provides a broad overview of childhood disabilities and special education—identification, causes, testing, teaching, and prognosis—for the general public. Through multi-media and interactive presentations, it will help participants acquire an understanding and appreciation of children with disabilities and their education.
John Wills Lloyd began teaching children with disabilities in the 1960s. He earned a PhD from the University of Oregon in 1976 and then taught prospective teachers and researchers at Northern Illinois University and the University of Virginia for 40 years. Along the way he made the usual academic contributions (speeches, articles, chapters, books, editing) but he took the most joy from designing the activities that led up to students— whether they are 5 or 35 years old—having “aha moments.” Cooking and consuming yummy food with family and friends comes in a close second, though. Currently, he edits Special Education Today [https://www.SpecialEducationToday.com].
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