Learning In Retirement

Southern Illinois Learning In Retirement

Learning in Retirement is an educational community of older learners (50+) who wish to continue learning, expand their horizons, and enhance their personal development. This community offers a unique opportunity in which peer learning, collaborative leadership, and active member participation are fundamental. The curriculum is chosen, designed, and often led by members.

Membership:

• Membership is open to adults 50 and older living within commuting distance of Carbondale for a fee of $25 annually.
• General Meetings are held on the third Wednesday morning of each month, except July and December
• The General Meeting is open to all persons interested in educational adventures
• The meetings are held at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 1501 W. Chautauqua St., Carbondale IL; parking is readily available
• The building is handicapped accessible

Learning in Retirement Membership Brochure

Membership Privileges:

• Enrollment in SILR-Sponsored Courses
• Monthly General Meetings
• Monthly Newsletter
• Opportunities to serve on one or more of the various committees
• Special events and social activities

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Monthly Newsletter

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Annual Membership- July 1, 2026- June 30, 2027

Monthly Book Club - July 1, 2026- June 30, 2027

Monthly Luncheon - July 1, 2026- June 30, 2027

LIR OnTheGo

Donuts and a Tour of the New Powell Hall-October 16, 2026 (Registration Deadline Sept 9, 2026)

 Fall Session I  Classes

Five Best Broadway Musicals Turned into Movies-September 15 – October 13

The Impact of B-Vitamins on Neurological Function-September 22

The Federalist Papers-September 16-October 7

Tales from History-September 17 – October 15

Coping with Stress in Changing Times: Practical Tools for Resilience, Calm, and Meaning-Sept 17 – Oct 1

Fall Session II  Classes 

Gourd Creations Oct 21- Nov 11

The U.S. Constitution- Oct 22- Nov 19

The World’s Greatest Geological Wonders: 19 Spectacular Sites (Continued)- Oct 19- Nov 16

You, Me and Buddha Oct 21-Nov 17

Hitchcock and the Censors Oct 20- Nov 24

The 2026 Midterm Elections: How We Got Here on the Nation’s 250th Anniversary and Where We May be Going- Oct 20- Nov 10