Classes Springing at Forever Learning

It might be cold outside, but as the days inch longer Michiana adult learners are getting ready to return to Forever Learning Institute for another 10-week semester of lifelong learning at its finest.

A not-for-profit school attracting volunteer instructors from a variety of backgrounds, the breadth and depth of course offerings is what brings over 1,000 students to FLI each semester. And at only $45.00 a course, Forever Learning remains accessible to seniors on any budget. Class top-ics include health and fitness, creative arts, music, dance, history and political science, religion, languages, literature, leisure activities, business and computer technology.

Students may view the 100-plus course offerings online at www.foreverlearninginstitute.org or stop by Forever Learning at 54191 Ironwood Road, South Bend to pick up a course guide. Guides are also made available through the St. Joseph County Public Libraries.

Classes are held at locations throughout Michiana. Forever Learning’s main campus and office are in St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church Parish Center. Classes are also taught at the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph County, Southfield Village, and new this semester, Howard Park.

The 10-week spring semester will begin March 2. Onsite registration for all classes will be held February 18, 19 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Students may also register for classes by mail, using the registration form online or in the course guide.

The Forever Learning Institute, Inc., is a not for profit organization whose mission is to improve the quality and dignity of senior adult life through continuing intellectual challenge, spiritual reflection, and social interaction. Classes are available to all seniors fifty years of age and older re-gardless of race, color, religion or ethnic origin.

FLI was founded in 1974 by Rev. Louis J. Putz, C.S.C., a retired professor from the University of Notre Dame who saw a need for lifelong learning opportunities in the South Bend area and sur-rounding communities. This amazing community service is experiencing unprecedented growth as more and more seniors discover the joys of learning and sharing their lives with their peers.

For more information, contact Eve Finnessy, Executive Director, at 574-282-1901, eve@foreverlearninginstitute.org.