The JMU Lifelong Learning Institute is dedicated to enriching the intellectual and social lives of adult learners by offering stimulating non-credit educational opportunities.

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Courses are taught by outstanding university faculty and guest lecturers. Classes are designed to broaden students’ understanding of diverse cultural, societal, scientific, and global issues.

The Institute is a membership-based organization that also provides opportunities for members in social interaction, volunteer engagement, leadership, and travel. Free events are also available and open to the public.

Welcome to LLI!

Fall 2025 Semester available courses

To view the full Fall 2025 catalog, please use the link below.
Fall 2025 Class Catalog
Please be aware the full catalog is no longer up-to-date.
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Welcome to the LLI Fall 2025 semester!

Classes have officially started!

On Day One of registration we had over 60% of classes enrollment, for that we owe a huge Thank You to our members. We still have a ways to go, so please feel free to review the catalog for more class options. There are alot of great classes for you to choose from!

Course registration is available online and in person at the Ice House. Please note, Membership Registration is STILL open. Please be sure your membership status is up to date to save you time when selecting classes. 

Register Online

Register in-person: Visit the Ice House (3rd floor, 127 W. Bruce Street, Harrisonburg, VA) from 9:30am-3:30pm to register. 

October Seats to Fill!
Mon Timeless Aging
Mon Pumpkin & Gourd Fall Table
Mon Merely Players: Reading and Watching Shakespear
Wed Botanical Beauties w. Zentagle
Wed Secret History of American Pop II
Wed Hide & Seek
Thu Point of View Alpaca Farm
Thu History of Early Jewelry Design
Free Events | Member Exclusive | Open to the Public

Coffee and Company

This member exclusive event is a great opportunity for our members to socialize and make new friends while supporting local business right here in Harrisionburg. Visit the Member Exclusive Events Page for full list of dates!

Next meeting date: September 30 from 11:30-12:30pm

Venue: Drifters

NOONtime Knowledge
Our noon presentation series with topics ranging from community involvement opportunities to luxury travel, home organization and health.

Next meeting date: October 14

Venue: IH 104

Topic: A Brief History of Yoga in America

Feel free to submit a proposal for Noontime Knowledge using the form below:

Event Proposal Form 

Wine Down Wednesdays

This member exclusive events is a popular and great opportunity to make new friends amoung LLI. Visit the Member Exclusive Events Page for full list of dates! 

Next meeting date: October 22 from 4-6pm

Venue: Hotel Madison

Wine and Wisdom
Join us at Brix & Columns Vineyard to sip and learn about various topics.

Next meeting date: October 15 from 3:30-6pm

Venue: Brix & Columns Vineyards

Topic: Two Agriculural Revolutions

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