Now at Bard LLI
JUNE, 2024: Updated COVID Vaccination Policy:
LLI’s policy regarding COVID-19 is aligned with Bard’s which can be viewed here.
Out of consideration for others, we ask that no one attend class or any other LLI event if you are feeling unwell, including dealing with a persistent cough or the sniffles.
Looking Ahead:
LLI is always looking for volunteers to serve as Session Managers for our Thursday virtual classes and Class Managers for our Friday in-person classes. We provide training and guarantee you will love the friends you gain and the skills you learn. Information on all current volunteer opportunities at LLI is here.
Need tech help as an LLI member? Email [email protected] for help (including getting LLI.bard.edu email addresses). DO NOT contact the Bard help desk, which is only for Bard students and faculty.
News + Notes
Spring Classes
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,
Creating Classes
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.
Funny Bones: Time to Let My Grandson Do the Writing
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,
Jon Bowermaster: LLI Presenter and Adventurer
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,
Looking Forward to WinterFest
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,
Four First Impressions
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,
Lesser-Known Perks of Bard LLI Membership
by Felice Gelman
Introduction
You probably joined Bard LLI for the wide variety of courses and the unique opportunity to meet accomplished and interesting people in your age group. Because Bard LLI is part of the Bard College community,
Thank You Notes from BHSEC Recipients
by Deborah Lanser
Introduction
For years, LLI has provided financial help for students in the Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) in Manhattan for expenses incurred during summer internships. This year, four students in BHSEC’s New York City schools each received a $500 scholarship LLI grant.
Sawkill Trail at Montgomery Place
by Gretchen Lytle
Introduction
Bard College has many walking paths and trails, around cultivated gardens and landscapes, as well as through woodlands and along waterways. Montgomery Place alone offers several areas for walking and is open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Upcoming Events
Our current 2026 calendar is now available here. You can also find it from the top navigation bar under News + Events and then select Annual Calendar on the left side of the wide, dropdown menu.
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In case of emergency on campus
Should there be a serious emergency – medical, fire, etc. – call TWO numbers in the order below.
First call: 9-1-1
For Dutchess County Emergency Services. It is available 24/7.
Second call: (845) 758-7777 or from emergency call boxes: 7777
For Bard College Emergency Medical Services (a trained campus emergency response team).
Bard EMS is always to be called second. While the service provides the fastest response, it follows the college academic schedule and is therefore not always available.
Welcome to Bard LLI
This site will show you what is going on at Bard LLI. This site changes often, so we hope you will visit regularly.
