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What is Lifelong Learning?

Lifelong Learning is 1 of 9 programs Lifelong offers to older adults in the community.  Lifelong Learning started in the spring of 1998 and offers volunteer-taught community classes which focus on sharing knowledge and linking communities with one another.  In 1998 the program began with 15 classes and 139 people participating. The program now offers over 150 classes each year with over 500 people participating.

Registration Process

To register for a class listed, please submit a completed registration form and return it with any fees to Lifelong by mail or in person.  Class sizes are limited, so early registration is encouraged.  All registrations are processed in the order in which they are received.  After registering, participants will receive a confirmation letter by mail which confirms their status as enrolled or wait-listed.   If you pre-register for a class and fail to attend the first session without notifying the office, your seat may be given to someone else. 

Class Evaluations

Lifelong evaluates all the classes on a regular basis and welcomes your feedback. Evaluation forms are available for you to share your experience and voice your input.  You can pick up an evaluation form in the front office or download a copy from our website.

Cancellation Policy

Lifelong reserves the right to cancel programs for lack of enrollment or other unforeseeable circumstances.  If a class is canceled or rescheduled we will make our best attempt to notify you well in advance. 

Inclement or Severe Weather Policy

Our facilities will be closed when the Ithaca City School District is closed because of inclement weather conditions.  Tune into WHCU News Talk 870AM radio for announcements.

Assistance & Accommodation

Lifelong seeks to provide program accessibility for people of all abilities.  If you have questions or need accommodation during your participation in a class or activity, please notify a staff person when you register.

Membership

Although membership in Lifelong is not required, we encourage everyone to join.  Yearly membership contributions help support our programs and help cover the financial cost.  Twelve month membership dues are  $20.00 for an individual and $30.00 for a household. Members receive a $5 discount on their total registration cost for courses offered by Lifelong Learning and receive a $5 discount on all trips and monthly Activity fees.

Fees & Expenses

Need-based scholarships are available for anyone who is unable to afford the cost of registration (see registration form). 

form on pages 13-17).  The fee schedule will be the following:

Fees for materials are noted in the course listing and are due at the time of registration.  These fees are non-refundable unless you cancel two weeks prior to the class. 

Cell Phone Policy

Please turn off your cell phone or put it in silent mode during courses or presentations.

Advertising

A nonprofit corporation, Lifelong is financed through a combination of public and private funds, including contributions from members, participants, and friends.  If you’re interested in advertising, please contact Jillian Pendleton at jpendleton@tclifelong.org or call (607) 273-1511.  We thank the following businesses for advertising in this catalog: Blumkin, Finlay and Bixler, LLP;  Business is Blooming; Cayuga Medical Center; Hospicare & Palliative Care Services of Tompkins County; Kendal at Ithaca; Longview; McGraw House.

Parking

Participants are expected to park legally and refrain from parking in either of Lifelong’s parking lots while running errands.  Limited parking is available for participants on a first-come, first-served basis.  We encourage everyone to use alternative means of transportation whenever possible.  Our rear parking lot consists only of the two rows of spaces closest to Lifelong.  If you park in any other space, your vehicle may be towed at your expense.  Metered parking is available on West Court and Buffalo Streets.  There are non-metered spots on Geneva, Cascadilla, Farm, and Plain Streets. 

Disclaimer

Lifelong is not affiliated with any political organization or party or with any particular faith.  The opinions and views expressed by class instructors are their own and are not necessarily shared by all people, nor do they reflect the views of Lifelong.  Lifelong does not allow any trading or selling of goods by the volunteer instructors on the premises. 

When registering in person, please do so between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the front desk.

Additional material fees are noted and due at the time of registering.  The materials fee is non-refundable, unless you cancel 2 weeks prior to the class. 

As of July 1, 2009, a $5.00 administrative fee will be charged for any refund requests due to cancellations by participants.