by Deborah Lanser
Introduction
The four-week SummerFest session will begin on June 5, with a wonderful variety of interesting options. Most classes will be held on Fridays, while a few off-campus classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can check out the offerings on May 21 when the ProClass catalog arrives.
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by Gretchen Lytle
Introduction
For a few years it seemed that Hudson Valley winters had become shorter and milder…until this winter season, to which we are bidding farewell, finally, we hope. The cold came early and lasted a long time. Snow also arrived promptly. Other winters we might welcome fresh snowfalls that whitened and brightened the landscape,
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by Collin Lovas
Introduction
March marks the Council election period for Bard LLI members. Voting will start on March 8 and will end on March 15, at the end of day. The term of office for each position will commence on July 1, 2026, and end on June 30,
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by Mary McClellan
Introduction
Although we are currently in the depths of winter, spring is not far behind. And the Bard LLI spring semester will arrive even earlier.
Course Formats
In fact our first Zoom class is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4. Barbara Danish and Laura Brown are returning with a new format.
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by Deborah Lanser
Introduction
What a remarkable lineup of classes we have for spring. As you’ll see when the catalog is released on February 19, we are once again spoiled for choice. History buffs, art and music lovers, hikers, and gardeners will all have wonderful choices. Dance, literature,
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by Barbara Danish and Laura Brown
Introduction
How do we create our classes? Here is a brief look at the development of our two courses for this semester.
Then racism changed our path.
We’ve taught courses at Bard LLI for more than 15 years.
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by Alan Katz
Introduction
Maureen Dowd, celebrated columnist for The New York Times, each year lets her more conservative brother Kevin provide an annual letter from “the right — but not always correct — side.” In that spirit, I am opening the floor to my grandson, who turned two years old in December.
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by Felice Gelman
Introduction
LLI has been fortunate to have several courses from filmmaker Jon Bowermaster in recent years: Around the World by Sea Kayak, Sail Freight on the Hudson, Environmental Hopes and Risks, Jon Bowermaster Presents.
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by Deborah Lanser
Introduction
Mark your calendar for December 21, the day when the WinterFest catalog will be published, so you can start planning your January schedule. As usual, the talks will be held on consecutive Wednesday mornings, starting January 7. No sign-up is required. Just log into Zoom using the link that will be sent to each LLI member and enjoy the class.
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by Deborah Lanser
Introduction
Now that the fall semester is over, four new members volunteered to share what they think about their initial experience. They learned about LLI by various means. Catherine Burgos, who sees herself as a lifelong learner, evaluated several local college LLIs. She liked what she saw at Bard,
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