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Indie Publishing: Soup to Nuts NEW!
Instructor: Dianne Farb
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Day of the Week: W
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Dates: 10/21/2026 - 10/21/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 1
Fee: $14.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 35
Course Description:
Indie Publishing: From Soup to Nuts is a welcoming, beginner-friendly workshop designed especially for adults who have a story to tell. Whether you’re interested in memoir, fiction, or simply learning how books are made, this step-by-step course guides you through the entire self-publishing process — from planning and editing to covers, pricing, and basic marketing. Participants will receive instruction in a relaxed learning environment. No technical background required — just curiosity and creativity. Perfect for lifelong learners ready to explore modern publishing and bring their ideas to life.
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The Beatles, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah! NEW!
Instructor: Michael Martucci
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Day of the Week: M
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Dates: 11/2/2026 - 11/16/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 3
Fee: $42.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 35
Course Description:
Remember the fun and excitement of The Beatles and their music? Come listen to the history of The Beatles and share your own experiences. Reminisce about the Fab Four and the people that helped them make music. No tests. A splendid time is guaranteed for all.
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The Human Microbiome: How Your Microbes Control You NEW!
Instructor: P.J. Rooney
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Day of the Week: Tu
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dates: 12/1/2026 - 12/15/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 3
Fee: $42.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 25
Course Description:
Imagine an organ as influential as your brain—one that shapes your memory, mood, health, weight, and behavior. This “organ” is your human microbiome, the vast collection of microbes living in and on your body. Gut microbes alone contain about 3 million genes, far exceeding human genes, enabling them to produce essential molecules for survival. These microbes help regulate stress, hormones, immune function, and even brain activity, influencing cognition and behavior. Humans depend heavily on these beneficial organisms. This course explores the fascinating world of the microbiome and offers insights into maintaining a healthy gut.
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Clinton’s Ditch: A Wild Idea That Actually Worked NEW!
Instructor: Gregory Sampson
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Day of the Week: Tu
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Dates: 11/10/2026 - 11/24/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 3
Fee: $42.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 35
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The promotion, construction and operation of the Erie Canal together constitute one rollicking adventure. In this course, we will follow the debates between the nay-sayers and the visionaries who conceived the “crazy notion”. Without getting into any engineering details, we will discuss the construction of the canal, stretching rom Albany to Buffalo—some 400 miles. There were folk songs about the arduous labor of digging the canal, and we will listen to some samples. The dangerous task of canal operation will be described. Finally, the enormous impact of the project on the development of the young nations will be described.
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From the Page to The Stage: How Theatre Gets Made! NEW!
Instructor: Jeff Sands
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Day of the Week: M
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Dates: 11/2/2026 - 12/7/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 6
Fee: $84.00
Course Location: Homewood Suites (opens in new tab) - Albemarle Room
Location Address: 2036 India Road Charlottesville, VA 22901
Limit: 35
Course Description:
A producer chooses a play to put before an audience. Now what? How does the printed text of a play become a performance? Who will direct it? And what exactly does the director do? Who will design the set, lighting and costumes—and build, install and sew them? Auditions and casting—what’s all that about? Then, the rehearsal process must be carefully planned and rigorously carried out. The list of considerations goes on and on—and on. And every component must be seamlessly woven together to creative a unified, coherent theatrical experience. Whether it’s classical, Elizabethan, modern, contemporary, or avant-garde —comedy, tragedy, farce, melodrama, musical or anything you can imagine, it’s a magical and often mysterious path from the page to the stage. We will wend our way through this creative labyrinth, examining the works of the most respected, influential and successful directors, designers and actors throughout the history of the theatre to show us how it’s done. The course will be almost entirely visual— drawings, photographs, videos—while your instructor serves as a combination tour guide, docent, and critic to illustrate, illuminate, and explicate the most complex artistic process ever devised— the staging of a play.
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Great American Architects
Instructor: Richard Guy Wilson
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Day of the Week: Tu
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dates: 9/8/2026 - 10/13/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 6
Fee: $84.00
Course Location: Unity of Charlottesville (opens in new tab) - Sanctuary
Location Address: 2825 Hydraulic Road Charlottesville, VA 22901
Limit: 100
Course Description:
The history of architecture can be approached) from many perspectives, one of which focuses the work of individuals. This course will investigate the contributions of six American architects and the creation of noteworthy buildings. Six lectures will treat the following: Benjamin Henry Latrobe (1764-1820), Alexander Jackson Davis (1803--1892) with Andrew Jackson Downing (1815-1852), Frank Furness (1839-1912), Bertram Goodhue (1869-1924), Philip Johnson (1906-2005) and the Post Modernism of Michael Graves (1934-2015) and Robert A. M. Stern (1939-2025). They designed and worked on important buildings from the US Capitol to state houses such as Nebraska, giant skyscrapers, private residences from wood to glass, and pioneered many styles, from Classical, Gothic Revival and Post-Modernism.
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Labyrinth: A Practice of History, Mystery, Beauty, and Wellness
Instructor: Mary Ann Wamhoff
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Day of the Week: Tu
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dates: 9/8/2026 - 9/29/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 4
Fee: $56.00
Course Location: Unity of Charlottesville (opens in new tab) - Classroom
Location Address: 2825 Hydraulic Road Charlottesville, VA 22901
Limit: 18
Course Description:
Have you ever wondered why some folks walk in circles and seem to love it? Do you know the difference between a labyrinth and a maze? Have you ever wanted to build a labyrinth in your yard or on a beach? Are you interested in exploring moving meditation? Would you like some inspiration? Are you in a process of discernment? Would you like to think more metaphorically? Come, explore with us! We’ll learn about the varieties and history of what is constructed using sacred geometry and why it works! We’ll practice on various labyrinths in each session. We plan to take field trips.
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Let’s Bike! Turning On Our Anti Aging Genes
Instructor: John Burt, Jeanette Bowman
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Day of the Week: M
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Dates: 10/5/2026 - 10/26/2026
One hour class sessions.
Number of class sessions in this course: 4
Fee: $56.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 16
Course Description:
We are born with 20,000 genes, and several of them are anti-aging by design. Let’s learn how to turn and keep these genes on while we pedal mini bikes in the comfort of OLLI! We will learn all about anti-aging genes, as well as tips on healthy aging through exercise habits, lifestyle, diet, relaxation, and sleep.
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My Life in Cartoons NEW!
Instructor: Anne Kinney
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Day of the Week: M
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dates: 9/28/2026 - 10/26/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 5
Fee: $70.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 35
Course Description:
Almost all assignments involve both drawing and writing. Some students may feel squeamish about their ability to convey in drawings exactly what is intended, but you can always compensate with more writing. For example, you might want to feature your new blue dress but feel the drawing doesn’t quite deliver. Solution: make a minimalist drawing but add a descriptive caption: “Here I am in my beautiful new designer dress in Mediterranean Blue.” Most important, however, is to remember that these are comics—no one expects or wants a Rembrandt in this context!
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Richard Wagner and the Art of the Future NEW!
Instructor: Timothy Snider
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Day of the Week: Th
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Dates: 10/8/2026 - 10/29/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 4
Fee: $56.00
Course Location: WTJU-UVA's Community Radio Station (opens in new tab) - WTJU Radio Station
Location Address: 2244 Ivy Road , VA 22903
Limit: 25
Course Description:
Richard Wagner was one of the dominant artistic figures of the 19th Century. He composed massive operas that remain mainstays of the repertoire today. The opera house that he built in Bayreuth for the staging of his mighty works is still the destination for pilgrimages by his followers. His Art of the Future influenced the course of music and culture for generations. He still inspires passionate devotion and fierce opposition. He was a fervent German nationalist and a thoroughly amoral human being. We’ll explore the art of this operatic titan and challenging personality.
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Tai Chi for Beginners: An introduction to Yang style
Instructor: Ronald Salomon
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Day of the Week: F
Times: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Dates: 10/30/2026 - 12/11/2026
One-Hour Class Sessions
Number of class sessions in this course: 7
Fee: $98.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 12
Course Description:
Yang style Tai Chi is the most popular style. It helps participants with strength, balance, flexibility, and concentration. This class will cover the first parts of the Yang 24 sequence. It will also include Tai Chi walking and some basic Qi Gong exercises. As with all exercise programs, people should check with their primary care providers before participating.
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The 5 Domains of Functional Healthspan NEW!
Instructor: Scott Fulton
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Day of the Week: W
Times: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Dates: 9/23/2026 - 10/21/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 5
Fee: $70.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 35
Course Description:
Over 60% of healthspan is determined by functional markers, NOT disease, according to the WHO. Developing and preserving physical and cognitive functional reserves—the vehicle for extended healthspan—is up to us. The Five Domains of Functional Healthspan research happened here in Charlottesville, with the primary purpose of promoting better healthspan outcomes. Based on the 44 functional markers in the book FUNCTION, this course is a 50:50 blend of lecture and active self-assessments of everyday activities, including dual-task-training— the most proven approach to building and preserving cognition. You’ll discover your current healthspan trajectory, and how to improve it. Plan to discover yourself.
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The Enduring Legacy of Colonialism NEW!
Instructor: Paul Mack
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Day of the Week: M
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dates: 11/9/2026 - 12/7/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 5
Fee: $70.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 12
Course Description:
This course intends to actively involve participants in dialogue through careful examination of the continuing effects, both obvious and hidden, of colonialism, on both colonized and colonizer. Such consideration, undertaken in a group, can offer essential perspectives on human experience as our global society compresses, and as we acknowledge the lived realities of irrevocably changed lives. Close contact with the lived cultures of others will help us better understand our own culture.
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The Turbulent Tudors
Instructor: Ruth McWilliams
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Day of the Week: M
Times: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates: 10/19/2026 - 11/16/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 5
Fee: $70.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 35
Course Description:
The goal is to share Tudor tidbits of history with the audience. The Tudor Dynasty is one of the most well-known to history even though it only lasted 118 years. We’ll discuss the founding, the monarchs, their spouses (yep, definitely including the six wives!) and the power plays both within England and the rest of the world.
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Using Meditation to Calm Your Mind and Sharpen Your Memory
Instructor: Susan Von Hemert
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Day of the Week: W
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dates: 10/21/2026 - 11/25/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 6
Fee: $70.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 12
Course Description:
Meditation improves memory by strengthening the brain, reducing stress related cortisol, and increasing gray matter density. Practicing mindfulness, focused attention, or meditation for 10-20 minutes daily can significantly boost working memory, concentration, and cognitive flexibility. The program objective for the first class is to provide an introduction and overview to mind body medicine, and how it can improve the lives of everyone, especially our senior community. The benefit of this program is you will have tools that you can take home to allow you to identify stress and utilize relaxation techniques to alleviate that stress.
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What’s in a Name? Perks and Pitfalls of Pen Names NEW!
Instructor: Dianne Farb
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Day of the Week: W
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Dates: 10/14/2026 - 10/14/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 1
Fee: $14.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 35
Course Description:
Have you ever thought about writing under a different name? Whether you’re interested in memoir, fiction, poetry, or simply exploring your creative side, this engaging workshop introduces the world of pen names and what they can mean for writers at any stage of life. Participants will learn why authors use pseudonyms, how a pen name can support creativity and privacy, and what practical considerations—like branding and copyright—come into play. Designed especially for lifelong learners, this program encourages self expression, thoughtful discussion, and creative exploration in a supportive, welcoming environment.
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Whither Music NEW!
Instructor: James Erler
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Day of the Week: M
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dates: 10/19/2026 - 11/16/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 5
Fee: $70.00
Course Location: Private Residence - Studio
Location Address: details will be shared with enrolled members , VA
Limit: 10
Course Description:
Class sesssions will occur at private residence in Charlottesville, six minutes from Barracks Road Shopping Center, specific address and directions will be sent to those enrolled.
Whither Music is inspired by Leonard Bernstein’s Norton Lecture series “The Unanswered Question” and Mr. Erler’s personal quest to understand why we respond to music and what makes some performances better than others. The course starts with the first sounds we hear at birth and how these lead directly to pleasing harmonies and rhythms through a discussion of the physics of music and the relationship between language and music. The evolution of music is then viewed through harmonic and structural changes. Mr. Erler will talk from the keyboard and will include a Master Class to demonstrate differences in performance.
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Women in War
Instructor: Elizabeth (Betsy) Donohoe, Sharon Lorish
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Day of the Week: W
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Dates: 10/28/2026 - 11/25/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 5
Fee: $70.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 15
Course Description:
Why is it that most stories of war are told by men? Although prevailing narratives are most often shared through a masculine lens, women have stories, too—as secret agents crossing enemy lines, nurses tending to the wounded, machinists in factories keeping supply lines moving, wives and mothers at home keeping farms and families intact, journalists reporting from the battlefields, and as warriors on the ground and in the air. Yet it wasn’t until 1948 that President Truman signed the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, giving women the right to serve their country across all military branches. It took another six decades for American women to legitimately fight beside their “band of brothers” in actual combat. Through film, diaries, letters, and personal accounts, this course examines the changing roles of women during wartime and how their stories are interwoven in the fight for women’s rights.have stories, too—as secret agents crossing enemy lines, nurses tending to the wounded, machinists in factories keeping supply lines moving, wives and mothers at home keeping farms and families intact, journalists reporting from the battlefields, and as warriors on the ground and in the air. Yet it wasn’t until 1948 that President Truman signed the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, giving women the right to serve their country across all military branches. It took another six decades for American women to legitimately fight beside their “band of brothers” in actual combat. Through film, diaries, letters, and personal accounts, this course examines the changing roles of women during wartime and how their stories are interwoven in the fight for women’s rights.
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Writing Your Life Story Part II NEW!
Instructor: Constance (Connie) Jones
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Day of the Week: Tu
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Dates: 10/27/2026 - 12/1/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 6
Fee: $84.00
Course Location: OLLI at UVA (opens in new tab) - Terrace Level
Location Address: 1 Morton Drive, Terrace Level Charlottesville, VA 22903
Limit: 10
Course Description:
This is a continuation of the process of writing your life story with emphasis on self-editing, reflective writing and and setting goals for the finished product. Open to those who have completed the Writing Your Life Story basic course and who enjoy the encouragement, learning and incentive for writing that comes from group interaction.
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WWII: The European Air War
Instructor: Edward Dillingham
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Day of the Week: W
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Dates: 10/28/2026 - 12/2/2026
Number of class sessions in this course: 6
Fee: $84.00
Course Location: Homewood Suites (opens in new tab) - Albemarle Room
Location Address: 2036 India Road Charlottesville, VA 22901
Limit: 35
Course Description:
"I wanted wings 'til I got the *!@#$ things. Now I don't want them anymore!"....was often the refrain from the men who flew, fought and died during the European air campaign of WWII. Using videos, slides and first-hand accounts, this course will take a look at the Men, Women, aircraft and missions that crushed the Third Reich.
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