[Vital Aging] Vaccines for Older Adults: Staying Protected As You Age, with Deborah Gold

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[Vital Aging] Vaccines for Older Adults: Staying Protected As You Age, with Deborah Gold

Thursday, February 12, 2026
Thursday, February 12, 2026

Staying up to date on vaccines is especially important for older adults. Yet today, recommendations about what vaccines to get — and when — has been blunted and blurred. At this month’s Vital Aging gathering, Dr. Deborah Gold will discuss the key vaccines for older adults, followed by ample time for Q&A.

About the Speaker

Deborah Gold, M.D. an infectious diseases specialist for more than 30 years, including nearly 20 years as a hospital epidemiologist, spent her career treating conditions such as tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, malaria, and serious infections of the bones and heart valves. Now retired, she volunteers with the MAVEN Project which provides subspecialty consultation for medical practitioners in underserved areas in the US.  

Details

  • This event is for OLLI members and faculty only
  • It will be livestreamed and recorded
  • Free for OLLI members and faculty; $15 for Best of OLLI subscribers
[Vital Aging] Vaccines for Older Adults: Staying Protected As You Age, with Deborah Gold

Maggie Morgan

January 2026

A smiling Maggie Morgan

Maggie Morgan, a professor emeritus at UC Davis, is a costume designer for stage and screen with experience working on films such as Apollo 13, Casino, and Men in Black. 

What’s the role of costume design in films?

Steven Savage

January 2026

A smiling Steve Savage looking at camera

Steven Savage is the Executive Director of Blue Bear School of Music and holds a Ph.D. in musicology. An active record producer and recording engineer, he has worked on seven Grammy-nominated recordings. Steve taught musicology at San Francisco State University for more than a decade.

Four Years On: The Russia-Ukraine War

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Four Years On: The Russia-Ukraine War

Friday, February 13, 2026
Friday, February 13, 2026

As we approach four years since the start of Russia’s war on Ukraine, join us for a timely and illuminating conversation that examines both the human and economic stakes of the conflict. This talk will explore the resilience of Ukraine’s economy amid the immense costs of war, consider plans for postwar recovery, and probe the strategic thinking behind Vladimir Putin’s decision to invade — including how his mind-set has evolved over the course of the conflict. 

About the Speakers

George Breslauer is a Berkeley Professor Emeritus of Political Science, and the author or editor of fourteen books on Soviet, Russian and Communist politics and foreign relations.

Yuriy Gorodnichenko, a native of Ukraine, is the Quantedge Presidential professor in Berkeley's Department of Economics. He received his B.A. and MA at EERC/Kyiv-Mohyla Academy (Kyiv, Ukraine) and his Ph.D. at the University of Michigan. He is the leader of CEPR's Ukraine Initiative.

Details

  • Open to all:
    • $0 for OLLI members and faculty
    • $10 for public
  • The event will be livestreamed and recorded
  • The Zoom link will be included in the registration confirmation email, and in a reminder email the morning of the event
  • The video will be shared with registrants as soon as it's captioned — typically within a week.

Not an OLLI @Berkeley member? Now is the time to join. Members receive exclusive access to 100+ courses per year, speaker events, town halls, field trips, socials and more. Fee assistance is available.

[OLLI members and faculty, be sure to log into your OLLI account before registering]

Four Years On: The Russia-Ukraine War

[Field Trip] Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Cal Memorial Stadium

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[Field Trip] Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Cal Memorial Stadium

Friday, February 27, 2026
Friday, February 27, 2026

Step inside a century of Cal history with a guided tour of California Memorial Stadium. Opened just in time for the legendary 1923 Big Game, the stadium roared to life before 73,000 fans as Cal shut out Stanford, 9–0. Built as a living memorial, it honors students, alumni, and Californians who lost their lives in World War I. From storied rivalries to solemn remembrance, discover the powerful history, architecture and moments that make this stadium more than a field of play. Join us for a free behind-the-scenes tour and experience the place and history for yourself. 

🏟️ Details

  • Tour takes place Friday, Feb. 27, at 12 PM and will last about one hour
  • Please arrive by 11:45 AM
  • The stadium is located at 2227 Piedmont Ave (cross street Bancroft; next to the International House)
  • Meeting Place: In front of the "Sturdy the Bear" Statue 🐻
  • Parking: Paid parking is available at the Stadium Parking Garage, immediately adjacent to the stadium on Piedmont Ave.
  • You're welcome to join OLLI staff and other members for a bite to eat afterward (place TBD)
  • Organized by OLLI's Member Engagement Committee. 👏

[For members only]

[Field Trip] Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Cal Memorial Stadium

Sing Out! A Singalong: Songs of Freedom, Justice & Hope

Special Event

Sing Out! A Singalong: Songs of Freedom, Justice & Hope

Sunday, March 15, 2026
Sunday, March 15, 2026

Join OLLI at UC Berkeley for a high-octane celebration of the anthems that defined a generation’s fight for a better world. Belt out dozens of classics by greats like Woody Guthrie, Joni Mitchell and Bruce Springsteen, plus get a kick out of inspiring backstories and fun pop quizzes. Led by The Quarry Persons (Joe Cadora, Carol Curtis, Lisa Goulder and OLLI superstar Pete Elman), this multi-generational music fest is one where every voice counts.

Grab your friends and family — let’s fill the room with unity, resolve, harmony and heart! 🎶

Tickets

  • 🎟️ $35 (price goes up to $40 on Friday, March 12 at 5 PM and at the door)
  • 🎟️ $50 (includes goody bag with pocket notebook)
  • 🎟️ $100 (includes goody bag with pocket notebook + recognition on pre-show screen)

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Details, Details

  • Lobby doors open at 12 PM
  • Showroom doors open at 12:30 PM
  • Show runs from 1–3 PM with a 10-minute intermission
  • Freight & Salvage is at 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94704
  • This is an in-person-only shindig
  • Beer, wine and other beverages plus noshes available for purchase at the Freight 🍺🍪🥨
  • All are welcome — including children!
  • You may purchase up to 9 tickets at once!

About OLLI @Berkeley

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UC Berkeley is a one-of-a-kind community for learners 50+ (but we don't card!) We offer 100+ courses per year taught by Berkeley faculty and other top scholars, speaker events, field trips, town halls, socials, and more. Join us!

Sing Out! A Singalong: Songs of Freedom, Justice & Hope

Start-of-Winter-Term Happy Hour: All are Welcome!

Special Event

Start-of-Winter-Term Happy Hour: All are Welcome!

Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Winter term is off and running! Let's raise a glass in celebration at a Happy Hour mixer organized by OLLI's Member Engagement Committee on Wed., Jan. 21, 3:30–5:30 PM, at Zino (2086 Allston Way, Berkeley) in the Hotel Shattuck. Come solo or bring a friend. New members and longtime members who've never attended a Happy Hour are encouraged to attend. The welcome will be warm! This is a no-host (but yes-fun) gathering. No need to RSVP. Hope to see you there.

Start-of-Winter-Term Happy Hour: All are Welcome!
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