Lifelong Learning

Learn for the love of it! Discover something new, plan your next trip, or an amazing meal. 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. Our affordable programs are open to anyone 18 years and older. 

We offer some classes on Zoom. If you would like to learn how to use Zoom, please call 850-891-4000 and Senior Center staff will set you up with a volunteer who can help you over the phone or computer. Or click here for our Zoom guide.

For more information, email Maureen.Haberfeld@talgov.com

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Real vs. Fake News? Cybersecurity Awareness Seminars

December 2, 2024 – December 16, 2024, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

The Cybersecurity Outreach Organization at Florida State University is hosting a series of seminars at the TSC aimed at educating the community on essential online safety practices. These events align with the organization’s mission to foster cybersecurity awareness, education, and collaboration with the surrounding communities.

Mon. 12/2, The first seminar will explore how to identify real versus fake news online. Attendees will learn effective strategies for evaluating the credibility of information sources.
Wed. 12/11, The second seminar will address phishing attacks, providing practical advice on recognizing and avoiding email and phone scams.
Mon. 12/16, The final seminar will focus on safely navigating the web, helping participants ensure the authenticity and trustworthiness of websites while protecting their personal information and avoiding common online threats.

Fee $15 for series, or pay $5 at the door for each individual session. 

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Holiday No-Bake Dessert Class

December 9, 2024, 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Join Tiffany Lewis of Milk Me Treats as she teaches us how to make and decorate no bake chocolate and vanilla cake cup treats for the holidays. Participants will each make and decorate 2 delicious cake cup treats to take home. Get in the holiday spirit as you learn to make easy, delicious desserts for your guests.

Fee $15.

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Healthy Holiday Appetizers

December 9, 2024, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Robin Bateman is back with delicious whole food, plant-based appetizers to serve at your holiday gatherings. Join us for a fun afternoon of learning how to make and sampling these healthy and tasty items. Everyone will go home with the recipes.

Fee $8.

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Holiday Model Trains

December 19, 2024, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Toy trains are a big part of many of our holiday memories. Come to the TSC and celebrate the holiday season with the Big Bend Model Railroad Association. Four model train layouts, including a Disney set, will be on display in the Tallahassee Senior Center auditorium and members of the club will be available to answer questions. Holiday refreshments will be served. Pre-registration optional. Check ins at the door accepted.

Kids are welcome so bring the grandchildren. $5 donation for adults, kids are free.

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Plant-based Nutrition for Your Health

January 16, 2025 – February 6, 2025, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Start the new year off on the right foot and come to our four-class series, which provides the resources and tools for healthy eating. Learn why a plant-based diet is good for your brain, your heart and for lowering your risk of chronic diseases, such as Type 2 diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer’s. Learn which foods provide the most nutrients. At each class, there’s a short video, a cooking demonstration, and a time for supporting each other on our food journeys. Take a virtual tour of a grocery store, receive informative fact sheets and new recipes, and taste the delicious foods that will be highlighted at each of the classes. Instructor Linda Oaksford.

Fee: $40 for the series. Limited space available.

Each class will be held in the TSC Dining Room from 10 am – Noon. The Power of Your Plate and Grocery Cart: Jan 16th; Plant-based Nutrition for the Brain: Jan. 23rd; Plant-based Nutrition for the Heart: Jan. 30th; Introduction to Fighting Diabetes: Feb. 6th.

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