Discover something new! A variety of interesting classes are offered throughout the year for adults who enjoy the fun and excitement of learning new things. We offer classes in diverse areas such as history, science, nature, music, current events and places of interest in the Big Bend region.
For questions about Lifelong Learning classes,
Contact Emily Starnes: email Emily.Starnes@talgov.com phone 850-891-4017
Health Care Decisions Day
Mon., June 15, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for a free event where you can meet with law students and attorneys to prepare and execute important health care decision documents. Walk in’s Accepted, RSVP’s Appreciated. Appointments are first come first serve and take about 15 minutes, so please come prepared! Located in TSC Dining Room. More Info & Registration Here
Sourdough Making 101
Mon., June 15, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
This hands-on sourdough workshop is designed for beginners and curious bakers alike! During the class, you’ll mix, create, and shape your own sourdough dough while learning the fundamentals of fermentation and technique. By the end, you’ll leave with the confidence to bake at home—and your own loaf to bake at home! Fee $65. Instructor: Jessica Burns from Burns Bun’s More Info & Registration Here
Summer Movie Series: Lost Wolves of Yellowstone (3D)
Fri., June 19, 11:45 am – 1:00 pm
This program is back by popular demand! All showtimes start at Noon but please try to arrive by 11:45 am in order to use the restroom, grab snacks, and find your seat! Grandkids are welcome as well! Fee $20 with transportation; $15 without transportation. For more information, please see class page. More Info & Registration Here
June Spring House Tour
Tues., June 30, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
While attending the 1950 World Federalist Conference at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL, George and Clifton Lewis of Tallahassee asked Frank Lloyd Wright to design a home for them, saying they “have a lot of children and not much money.” Wright agreed and the couple located a beautiful five-acre parcel on the outskirts of Tallahassee. Mr. Wright completed the plans in 1952 of an unconventional pod-shaped home, described as a passive solar “hemicycle” It took just nine months to build the house in 1954. Take a guided tour of this unique structure which is the only Frank Lloyd Wright designed private home in Florida. Most of the fee from this one-of-a kind tour goes to the restoration of this local treasure. Fee $37. More Info & Registration Here
Julie Torres: Generations at Gadsden Art Center
Thurs., July 9, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Julie Miller Torres works at the intersection of fine art and craft, combining traditional printmaking, crochet, and weaving techniques to create her distinctive “woven screenprints” and “paper quilts.” Born in Boise, Idaho, and raised in Tallahassee, Florida, Torres draws upon her background in both art and law to explore themes of freedom and empowerment, transforming legal texts and civic ideals into intricate visual narratives. Fee $10 includes museum admission and tour. More Info & Registration Here
Summer Movie Series: Ancient Caves (2D)
Fri., July 10, 11:45 am – 1:00 pm
This program is back by popular demand! All showtimes start at Noon but please try to arrive by 11:45 am in order to use the restroom, grab snacks, and find your seat! Grandkids are welcome as well! Fee $20 with transportation; $15 without transportation. For more information, please see class page. More Info & Registration Here
“Ice Cream Shop” Cupcake Decorating Class for Grandparents & Grandkids
Fri., July 17, 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Create sweet memories together at our Ice Cream Shop Cupcake Decorating Class for Grandparents & Grandkids! Families will enjoy decorating fun ice cream-inspired cupcakes with frosting, sprinkles, and cheerful treats in a relaxed, hands-on class. A perfect opportunity to laugh, create, and spend quality time together while taking home delicious masterpieces. Fee $30 per 4ct homemade cupcake box and supplies (Suitable for up to two kids and one adult). Families who have more participants (or wants to decorate more cupcakes) are welcome to purchase another box. Instructor notes that this class is recommended for children ages 5 and up. More Info & Registration Here
Summer Movie Series: Asteroid Hunters (3D)
Fri., July 24, 11:45 am – 1:00 pm
This program is back by popular demand! All showtimes start at Noon but please try to arrive by 11:45 am in order to use the restroom, grab snacks, and find your seat! Grandkids are welcome as well! Fee $20 with transportation; $15 without transportation. For more information, please see class page. More Info & Registration Here
July Spring House Tour
Tues., July 28, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
While attending the 1950 World Federalist Conference at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL, George and Clifton Lewis of Tallahassee asked Frank Lloyd Wright to design a home for them, saying they “have a lot of children and not much money.” Wright agreed and the couple located a beautiful five-acre parcel on the outskirts of Tallahassee. Mr. Wright completed the plans in 1952 of an unconventional pod-shaped home, described as a passive solar “hemicycle” It took just nine months to build the house in 1954. Take a guided tour of this unique structure which is the only Frank Lloyd Wright designed private home in Florida. Most of the fee from this one-of-a kind tour goes to the restoration of this local treasure. Fee $37. More Info & Registration Here
Summer Movie Series: Born to be Wild (2D)
Fri., August 7, 11:45 am – 1:00 pm
This program is back by popular demand! All showtimes start at Noon but please try to arrive by 11:45 am in order to use the restroom, grab snacks, and find your seat! Grandkids are welcome as well! Fee $20 with transportation; $15 without transportation. For more information, please see class page. More Info & Registration Here
Summer Movie Series: Apollo 11 (2D)
Fri., August 21, 11:45 am – 1:00 pm
This program is back by popular demand! All showtimes start at Noon but please try to arrive by 11:45 am in order to use the restroom, grab snacks, and find your seat! Grandkids are welcome as well! Fee $20 with transportation; $15 without transportation. For more information, please see class page. More Info & Registration Here
August Spring House Tour
Tues., August 25, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
While attending the 1950 World Federalist Conference at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL, George and Clifton Lewis of Tallahassee asked Frank Lloyd Wright to design a home for them, saying they “have a lot of children and not much money.” Wright agreed and the couple located a beautiful five-acre parcel on the outskirts of Tallahassee. Mr. Wright completed the plans in 1952 of an unconventional pod-shaped home, described as a passive solar “hemicycle” It took just nine months to build the house in 1954. Take a guided tour of this unique structure which is the only Frank Lloyd Wright designed private home in Florida. Most of the fee from this one-of-a kind tour goes to the restoration of this local treasure. Fee $37. More Info & Registration Here
Need help with your cell phone, tablet, or laptop?
Tech help is offered three times per month:
1st Tuesday of the month, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
3rd Wednesday of the month, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
3rd Thursday of each month, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Stop by the Health Suite with your device and your questions.
No registration required. Donations are appreciated.
Intermediate: Mondays, 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Advanced: Mondays, 11:00 am – Noon
Beginners: Mondays, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
*The above in-person French classes will take a summer break starting Monday, June 8 and will resume Monday, September 14.
Advanced French (on Zoom): Mondays, 10:30 am – 11:30am
Conversational Spanish Study Group
Mondays 2-3pm in Conference Room 1A
Must have taken one year of high school level Spanish.
*Sold Out Please contact Emily.Starnes@talgov.com 850-891-4017 to be put on the waitlist
Intermediate German Study Group: Mondays, 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm