Lifelong Learning for Curious Minds

Explore non-credit courses in history, science, literature, technology, and more — right here in Aiken.

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Registration opens 9 AM, August 11 for both Open House and online registration.

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1

Line Dancing

Begins Aug 17 for 5 weeks  |  2:00 - 3:00 PM

Learn fun line dances while improving balance, memory, and fitness in a welcoming class that builds confidence, coordination, and new friendships.

2

Regional Growth Management: How Smart Growth and Land Conservation Can Make Cities Happier, Healthier and Wealthier

Begins Aug 24 for 2 weeks  |  9:30 - 10:30 AM

Explore how smart growth and land conservation can create healthier, more sustainable, and more livable communities for the future.

3

Presidential Elections for Boomers: 1952-2024

Begins Aug 24 for 2 weeks  |  12:30 - 1:45 PM

Relive the presidential elections that shaped the Baby Boomer generation and discover how politics reflected changing American culture and history.

4

The Microbiome and Implications for Human Health

Begins Aug 25 for 2 weeks  |  9:30 - 10:30 AM

Discover how the microbiome influences health, aging, and disease, and learn practical insights into maintaining a healthier body and mind.

5

Srs Nuclear Weapons Powerhouse: Origins, Tritium and Pit Production

Begins Aug 25 for 3 weeks  |  11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Examine the fascinating history, mission, and evolution of the Savannah River Site and its role in America's nuclear program.

6

British Revolution War Strategies

Begins Aug 25 for 2 weeks  |  12:30 - 1:30 PM

Follow the British Northern and Southern strategies during the Revolutionary War and discover how they shaped America's fight for independence.

7

A Writing Workshop: Sharing Stories of Farming and Agriculture

Begins Aug 26 for 2 weeks  |  9:30 - 10:30 AM

Write and share meaningful stories inspired by South Carolina farming traditions, family memories, and the rich culture of rural life.

8

Can You Hear Me Now? a Brief Overview of the Ear, How It Works, How It Breaks, and What Hearing Aids Can and Cannot Do

Begins Aug 26 for 1 week  |  11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn how hearing works, why it changes with age, and what modern hearing aids can realistically improve in daily life.

9

Cruise the Great Circle in Your Private Yacht

Begins Aug 26 for 2 weeks  |  12:30 - 1:30 PM

Experience an entertaining journey around the Great Circle water route aboard a private yacht through canals, rivers, lakes, and coastal waterways.

10

Changing Lives Every Day: the Impact of Tri-Development Center of Aiken County, Inc.

Begins Aug 26 for 1 week  |  2:00 - 3:00 PM

Learn how Tri-Development Center has transformed lives in Aiken County through decades of compassionate support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

11

Irish Traveller Origin Debates: the Ancestry of the Irish Travellers

Begins Aug 26 for 2 weeks  |  3:30 - 4:45 PM

Explore the mystery of Irish Traveller ancestry and the competing theories surrounding one of Ireland's most intriguing cultural groups.

12

Inspirational Journey of Dr. Matilida Arabella Evans

Begins Aug 27 for 1 week  |  9:30 - 10:30 AM

Discover the inspiring life of Dr. Matilda Evans, a pioneering physician who transformed healthcare and education for African Americans in South Carolina.

13

Elizabeth Van Lew: Preservationist of the Union

Begins Aug 27 for 1 week  |  11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Meet Elizabeth Van Lew, the daring Richmond socialite who risked everything to support the Union during the Civil War.

14

iPhone 101

Begins Aug 27 for 3 weeks  |  1:30 - 3:30 PM

Gain confidence using your iPhone by learning essential features, gestures, apps, contacts, calling, and everyday troubleshooting skills.

15

The Strategies of Estate Planning

Begins Aug 27 for 3 weeks  |  2:00 - 3:00

Learn practical estate-planning strategies that help protect assets, reduce stress, and prepare confidently for every stage of life.

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