LifeLong Learning-San Marcos
A Proud Affiliate of the Aging Forward Alliance
Come Learn with Us!
I moved here in 2020 without knowing anyone.
Without LLL programs, I would not be enjoying so many wonderful opportunities and people.
It has made all the difference in the quality of my life.
~ Bernadette B., LifeLong Learning Participant
CLICK HERE to learn more about our new, upcoming courses
Starts May 5: Mapping Music—A Musician’s Guide to the Galaxy
Starts May 15: Genealogical Updates for 2025: Websites, Methods, and Techniques
CLICK HERE to learn more about upcoming events in San Marcos
Wednesdays: Texas State Philosophy Dialogue Series
Hosted by Marianne Reese
2:00-3:00pm, First Thursday of Every Month
KZSM – San Marcos Community Radio
Streaming at KZSM.org
Whether shopping for everyday items or a costly, significant purchase, do you do so ethically?
CLICK HERE to listen to April's show with host Marianne Reese and members of the Humanists and Freethinkers of Hays County as they discuss ethical shopping... the importance of shopping ethically, elements that should be considered, and examples of ethical companies and/or places to shop.
On May 1, join Marianne for Human Interest when she welcomes San Marcos Police Chief Stan Standridge and Corporal Joseph Osborne, head of SMPD's Mental Health Unit, to discuss the department's proactive initiatives to respond to individuals experiencing mental health crises and connect them to appropriate resources.
Human Interest hosts guests and shares conversations that may spark compassion, empathy, motivation, laughter, fear, love, and perhaps even anger… all part of the human condition and each of human interest. Local experts and community organizations will be featured to offer a broader context around topics relevant to our community.
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Once you register, you will receive Zoom links to all sessions… attend those of interest!
The Wittliff Book+ Club
Email lifelonglearningsm@gmail.com to register
The Wittliff Collections at Texas State University is home to an extraordinary collection of rare and unique treasures reflecting the works of writers, photographers, musicians, filmmakers, and other artists. Our new Wittliff Book+ Club, which meets every six weeks, will take advantage of these amazing materials.
Each session of the Wittliff Book+ Club will have two segments: first, Wittliff staff will showcase archival material related to the session's book; second, participants will discuss the book. The Chat function in Zoom allows our facilitator to pose questions for consideration while participants can ask questions and post comments throughout the session. (Email lifelonglearningsm@gmail.com if you have questions about using Chat.)
Even if you don’t finish reading the book, join us for a lively discussion of the Austin live music scene… you will enjoy the sharing and conversations.
For our next session on Apr. 17, Wittliff staff will showcase archival material highlighting the musicians, venues, and scenes mentioned in Jan Reid’s The Improbable Rise of Redneck Rock, which portrays an Austin-based live music explosion variously described as progressive country, cosmic cowboys, and outlaw country. Participants will view photographs, ephemera, and more!
Even if you don’t finish reading the book, join us for a lively discussion of the Austin live music scene… you will enjoy the sharing and conversations.