Upcoming Events

February 13
Illustration of a globe on a coffee table

There are many reasons to relocate abroad — study, love, retirement, a fresh start, or a better (and often more affordable) quality of life. Stepping out of your comfort zone — and into a new culture and way of being — can be revitalizing and intriguing. In this month's Vital Aging Forum, Annette Segal discusses the numerous benefits of moving abroad, such as making life-long international friends, learning a new language and obtaining a fresh perspective, as well as unearthing what you don’t like and what you’re capable of doing on your own.

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February 14
Friday, Feb. 14, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM (PT)
Two stacked books of "What You Don't Know Will Make a Whole New World" on a table

Oakland author and one of California's most celebrated librarians and public historians, Dorothy Lazard will read from her coming-of-age memoir, What You Don't Know Will Make a Whole New World, and discuss the challenges, techniques, and cultural benefits of grounding personal narratives in specific place and time.

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February 19
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 12:10 PM – 12:40 PM (PT)
Stephanie Wells in front of a class

We are delighted to announce that Stephanie Wells is this year’s recipient of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute's Excellence in Teaching and Learning award. Please join us in honoring this extraordinary educator on Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 12:10–12:40 PM, either in person at Freight & Salvage in downtown Berkeley or online.

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February 21
A globe partially buried in a muddy puddle of water

Climate change disproportionally impacts low-income and vulnerable communities around the world, the people and places least responsible for the problem. Berkeley professor Daniel Kammen will discuss the science and policies that address the root causes of climate change — and the social, racial, and environmental injustices entangled with it — and possible paths forward to create an equitable and sustainable future for all.

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February 28
Friday, Feb. 28, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM (PT)
An arm in a suit manipulating individuals with strings, like puppets

The Trump administration is back in power. Attorney Jeff Ruch, who has represented government whistleblowers and scientists for decades, will  review laws relating to government transparency, scientific integrity, and whistleblowing, and discuss their application during the return of Trump.

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March 12
Wednesday, Mar. 12, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (PT)
Overhead shot of Mt. View Cemetery

Join us for a docent-led  “Women’s History Tour” at Mt. View Cemetery. Learn about some of the famous and not-so famous women who influenced California, such as Julia Morgan, Ina Coolbrith, Sara Lemmon, Ellen Colton, and others. As we explore the Frederick Law Olmstead-designed cemetery, we’ll also learn about the women's suffrage movement which began in California in the 19th century and was successful with the passage of Proposition 4 in 1911.

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March 13
Closeup of illustrated ear

You're invited to learn more about how deep listening enhances our curiosity and empathy toward the world around us. Elizabeth Rosner will discuss her newest book, Third Ear, which braids together personal stories of a multilingual upbringing with scholarly inquiry across a variety of disciplines. This presentation will help you discover how the power of deep listening can contribute meaningfully to interpersonal connection as well as social transformation. 

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March 23
Sunday, Mar. 23, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (PT)
An outline of a drum in the foreground framed by a photograph of a crowded freight

Channel your inner Fab Four at OLLI @Berkeley's third annual Beatles Singalong: A Musicganza & Fundraiser! Come ready to SING dozens of your faves, plus revel in backstories, games, quizzes, and a whole lot of fun with "The Quarry Persons” featuring Joe Cadora, Carol Curtis, Lisa Goulder and Pete Elman. Invite family, friends, neighbors — anyone, any age — to join you for a rollickin' good time. 

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