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AI (Artificial Intelligence) Scams NEW!
- Shawn Smith
- Day of the week: Tu, Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM.
- Dates: 3/31/2026 - 3/31/2026
- Member Benefit
- Course Location:OLLI at UVA - 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:
As Artificial Intelligence technology continues to develop, it’s becoming harder for people to distinguish between what’s real and what’s AI. This presentation will explain what AI is, discuss how we use it in our everyday activities, and show how scammers are turning it against us to steal our money and information. Attendees will also learn how they can keep themselves safe from the scammers’ tactics.
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AI (Artificial Intelligence) Scams in Staunton NEW!
Limit (we do monitor enrollment and when possible may add seats): 35
Description:
As Artificial Intelligence technology continues to develop, it’s becoming harder for people to distinguish between what’s real and what’s AI. This presentation will explain what AI is, discuss how we use it in our everyday activities, and show how scammers are turning it against us to steal our money and information. Attendees will also learn how they can keep themselves safe from the scammers’ tactics.
Stay for the Social afterwards which includes a tour of the R.R. Smith Art Gallery.
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Author Talk NEW! has reached 19 enrolled, maximum enrollment.
Terry Newell: Democracy’s Champions: Civic Virtue in America
This is full, please add yourself to the WAIT LIST.
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OLLI staff monitor enrollment and work to open seats before 4/8/2026. 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: 4/8/2026
- Day of the Week: W
- Fees: $0.00
- Location: OLLI at UVA 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Pamela Hubbard: The Contemporary Cottage Garden: Staunton NEW!
Information: In this program, Pamela will talk about her book, The Contemporary Cottage Garden: Climate-Friendly, Mindful Methods for Growing Flowers and Food, Timber Press, 2026. The book’s hundreds of stunning photographs are by the renowned garden photographer Rob Cardillo. Pam will show you how she made her lovely gardens while dealing with challenges such as pollution, unpredictable heavy rainfalls, droughts, and the stresses we all face in today’s world. With the belief that children are our future, Pam describes how to instill a love for the environment in them. She shows how she installed a children’s cottage garden in Charlottesville, VA.
Born in England, Pamela Hubbard has been a sought-after speaker for over 20 years. Known as The Cottage Garden Diva, she offers advice for the home gardener on all garden and plantrelated issues. Her newspaper articles won a GardenComm silver medal. She gardens on a small farm in the Poconos.
Fee: $0, this is complimentary with spring 2026 membership
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Author Talk NEW! has reached 20 enrolled, maximum enrollment.
Pamela Hubbard: The Contemporary Cottage Garden: Charlottesville
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OLLI staff monitor enrollment and work to open seats before 4/15/2026. 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: 4/15/2026
- Day of the Week: W
- Fees: $0.00
- Location: OLLI at UVA 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Learn. Laugh. Link Up
- Day of the week: Th
- Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
- Date: 3/19/2026
- Location: The Green Room , 130 W Beverley St Staunton, VA 24401.
Mission Statement for OLLI Socials
To foster meaningful connections and strengthen the OLLI community by creating welcoming, informal gatherings where members can meet, mingle, and share experiences beyond the classroom. Organized by OLLI staff and brought to life by our members, these events celebrate the spirit of lifelong learning, friendship, and engagement.
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Connect Beyond the Classroom
- Day of the week: F
- Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
- Date: 3/20/2026
- Location: CVille Coffee, 1301 Harris Street Charlottesville, VA 22903.
Mission Statement for OLLI Socials
To foster meaningful connections and strengthen the OLLI community by creating welcoming, informal gatherings where members can meet, mingle, and share experiences beyond the classroom. Organized by OLLI staff and brought to life by our members, these events celebrate the spirit of lifelong learning, friendship, and engagement.
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Bring a Friend
Mission Statement for OLLI Socials
To foster meaningful connections and strengthen the OLLI community by creating welcoming, informal gatherings where members can meet, mingle, and share experiences beyond the classroom. Organized by OLLI staff and brought to life by our members, these events celebrate the spirit of lifelong learning, friendship, and engagement.
Join us before the Social to learn from Shawn Smith about How to Read Your Medicare Summary.
Medicare Summary Notices serve as one of the best ways can detect fraud. Too often, seniors receive these documents and immediately store or discard them before reviewing their contents. In doing so, many seniors allow scammers to get away with fraud, stealing their benefits and taking precious dollars from the nation’s Medicare system. This presentation will teach seniors how to read those documents and tell them what to do if fraud is suspected.
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Where Lifelong Learners Meet.
- Day of the week: M
- Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
- Date: 4/20/2026
- Location: Timberwood Tap House, 245 Merchant Walk Ave Charlottesville, VA 22902.
Mission Statement for OLLI Socials
To foster meaningful connections and strengthen the OLLI community by creating welcoming, informal gatherings where members can meet, mingle, and share experiences beyond the classroom. Organized by OLLI staff and brought to life by our members, these events celebrate the spirit of lifelong learning, friendship, and engagement.
NOTE: If you do not see the "Add to Cart" button, there are four possible reasons. 1) Registration may not be open 2) You have not added a membership to your cart or renewed your membership 3) You are not logged in (Click “Sign In” on the blue bar above) 4) You may need to refresh your screen.
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Appreciation
- Day of the week: W
- Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Date: 5/20/2026
- Location: Ox-Eye Vineyards , 44 Middlebrook Avenue staunton, VA 24401.
Mission Statement for OLLI Socials
To foster meaningful connections and strengthen the OLLI community by creating welcoming, informal gatherings where members can meet, mingle, and share experiences beyond the classroom. Organized by OLLI staff and brought to life by our members, these events celebrate the spirit of lifelong learning, friendship, and engagement.
NOTE: If you do not see the "Add to Cart" button, there are four possible reasons. 1) Registration may not be open 2) You have not added a membership to your cart or renewed your membership 3) You are not logged in (Click “Sign In” on the blue bar above) 4) You may need to refresh your screen.
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Learn. Laugh. Link Up
- Day of the week: F
- Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
- Date: 5/22/2026
- Location: CVille Coffee, 1301 Harris Street Charlottesville, VA 22903.
Mission Statement for OLLI Socials
To foster meaningful connections and strengthen the OLLI community by creating welcoming, informal gatherings where members can meet, mingle, and share experiences beyond the classroom. Organized by OLLI staff and brought to life by our members, these events celebrate the spirit of lifelong learning, friendship, and engagement.
NOTE: If you do not see the "Add to Cart" button, there are four possible reasons. 1) Registration may not be open 2) You have not added a membership to your cart or renewed your membership 3) You are not logged in (Click “Sign In” on the blue bar above) 4) You may need to refresh your screen.
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Options for Funding an Extended Care Plan
- Tracy Meade
- Day of the week: Th, Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM.
- Dates: 3/26/2026 - 3/26/2026
- Member Benefit
- Course Location:OLLI at UVA - 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:
Should you need extended care, where will the funds come from to pay for that care? Will you be eligible for Medicare, Medicaid or Veterans Benefits? What will trigger the benefits in your long-term care insurance policy? Will your policy pay for home care or will you be forced to move to a nursing home? Learn the answers to all of the questions by attending this informational seminar.
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This is full, please add yourself to the WAIT LIST.
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OLLI staff monitor enrollment and work to open seats before 4/20/2026. 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: 4/20/2026
- Day of the Week: M
- Fees: $0.00
- Location:
Join us for an exclusive behindthe-scenes tour of The Fralin Museum of Art’s Spring exhibitions, led by Carol R. Angle Academic Curator, M. Jordan Love. This private event offers a unique opportunity to explore the museum’s brand-new slate of special exhibitions debuting this season. Discover thought-provoking works and gain insider insights into the curatorial process, exhibition themes, and the stories behind the art. Whether you’re a seasoned art lover or simply curious, this intimate tour promises a rich and engaging experience. While The Fralin occasionally hosts public lectures in collaboration with visiting scholars, this private tour is specially arranged for our group and offers a more personal and in-depth encounter with the museum’s offerings. Space is limited.
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The Brief Insider's Guide to Virginia Wine
- Scott Elliff
- Day of the week: F, Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM.
- Dates: 5/1/2026 - 5/15/2026 *5/15 Tour and Tasting at DuCard Vineyards
- Member Benefit
- Course Location:OLLI at UVA - 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:
The local wine industry has become an important feature of Charlottesville's landscape. This course will provide an overview, designed to help casual wine drinkers and enthusiasts get a better appreciation of the industry and a background on how it all comes together. Topics will include: 1) history and background of the industry, current status and future challenges; 2) key decisions and steps involved in starting and operating a vineyard, the science and art of making wine—methods, equipment, and decisions involved; 3) an on-site visit to DuCard Vineyards in Madison County, where we will walk through the vineyard and the winery to see it all first-hand and enjoy a tasting.
*You are welcome to bring your own cheese and crackers to enjoy in the classroom.
Note: Wine tasting at DuCard will involve a separate fee; transportation is on your own.
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Understanding Senior Living & Care Options in Charlottesville NEW!
- Jennifer Perry
- Day of the week: W, Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM.
- Dates: 4/8/2026 - 4/8/2026
- Member Benefit
- Course Location:OLLI at UVA - 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:
Navigating senior living and healthcare choices can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. Join licensed healthcare professionals Jennifer Perry and Jessica Beck 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.
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This opportunity begins 2/20/2026.
Online registration for this program is currently closed.
- Online registration closes one week before the start date to allow time for preparation, and/or
- Registration remains closed once the program has begun.
You may still be able to participate.
Call the OLLI Office at 434‑923‑3600 to register. Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
There are 10 seats available.
- Dates: 2/20/2026 - 3/27/2026
- Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Days: F
- Fee: $0.00
- Course Location: OLLI at UVA - Terrace Level
- Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
- *Two-Hour Sessions
Description: Reading Shakespeare carefully to examine the design of ideas and the progression of feelings as they build, attending to dramatic texture and poetic nuance, and seeing and thinking about different productions are the main class activities. Actors from the Mary Baldwin Theatre program will join us to present selected scenes and excerpts. Your voluntary contributions to support them will be appreciated.
Henry McHenry graduated from Yale and has taught English for decades in local schools. He holds the PhD in English Language, Literature and Pedagogy from UVA.
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