Area residents ages 50 and older can explore everything from history and creative writing to hands-on hobbies through Lone Star College System’s Academy for Lifelong Learning, a low-cost program offering classes, activities and social connections across the system’s campuses, as stated in a Lone Star College Dec. 19 news release.

"I have enjoyed the ALL courses tremendously, especially those that I have been able to attend remotely. I enjoy meeting other people and sharing ideas as well as learning new things,” LSC-Montgomery ALL member Frank Imburgio said.

The details

The Academy for Lifelong Learning offers short, interest-based courses designed for older adults, with topics that range from Intro to Birding and History of Ancient Rome to Basics of Home Repair and Backyard Chicken Farming, according to the release.

Other options include classes and activities such as Tai Chi for Beginners, Competitive Chair Volleyball, intermediate ceramics, French cooking and practical sessions like Travel on a Budget and Smart AI Skills for Seniors.


Annual memberships, Sept. 1-Aug. 31, cost $25 per person and provide access to programming across Lone Star College System campuses, the release states.

"I don’t know where else you can take that number of courses for that price and get the quality that you have. It’s just a wonderful program," LSCS board trustee Jim Cain said in the release.

How to get involved

Residents can learn more and register during January open house events:
  • LSC-North Harris: Jan. 6, 10 a.m.-noon
  • LSC-Cy-Fair: Jan. 7, noon-2 p.m.
  • LSC-Montgomery: Jan. 8, 1-3 p.m.
  • LSC-Houston North Victory: Jan. 9, 10 a.m.-noon
  • LSC-Kingwood: Jan. 9, 1-3 p.m.
  • LSC-University Park: Jan. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • LSC-Tomball: Jan. 15, 10 a.m.-noon