Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Iowa State University

09/08/2026

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Stephens Auditorium?

Join OLLI at Iowa State for an exclusive tour of one of Ames’ most iconic venues! Come with us to learn more about what it takes to bring mesmerizing performances to the big stage.

When? September 25, 2026, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where? Stephens Auditorium, 1900 Center Dr., Ames
Cost: $25 per person.

Space is limited. Register today!

https://olli.iastate.edu/events/behind-the-scenes-at-stephens-auditorium/

09/03/2026

Hey, you! 👋 Come join OLLI for some coffee this Friday morning (September 4)! It’s a great opportunity to catch up with friends, meet fellow OLLI members, and enjoy some hot coffee!

When? Friday, September 4, 9 a.m. CT
Where? Sixty Forward, (205 S. Walnut St.) Ames
Can anyone join? YES! Come one, come all! You do not have to be an OLLI member to attend.

Can’t make it in person? Join us on Zoom! Find the link and event details at olli.iastate.edu/events

09/02/2026

One week until the big game!

OLLI at ISU members — join us on September 9 for an inside look at ISU Men’s Basketball with assistant coaches Diante Garrett and Micah Byars! Hear their insights on the program’s sustained success, both on and off the court.

NOTICE: This event is exclusively for OLLI at Iowa State members and is not open to the general public. It is part of our OLLI Talks series, which is included as a membership benefit.

When?
- September 9, 2026
Where?
- Green Hills, Ames (2210 Hamilton Drive)
Is it free?
- Yes, but registration is required.

08/28/2026

We’re postponing today’s Speed-Friending event at Sixty Forward due to low RSVPs.

We’re looking forward to rescheduling and creating another opportunity to make new friends, enjoy great conversation, and connect with the community!

Stay tuned for a new date and details. Thank you for your understanding, and feel free to take a look at other events OLLI is offering in the future!

https://olli.iastate.edu/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/about-olli/olli-events/

08/24/2026

☕ Start September off right with good coffee and great company!

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗜 𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗼𝘄𝗮 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰 𝗮𝘁 𝟵 𝗮.𝗺. 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝘅𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱, 𝟮𝟬𝟱 𝗦. 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗻𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝘁. 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝘀.

Come connect with fellow OLLI members, enjoy some coffee, and kick off the fall season with us! 🍂

Can’t join us in person? A Zoom option is available. Visit olli.iastate.edu/events for the event link.

08/21/2026

Ready to make some new connections?

Join the OLLI at Iowa State Community Engagement Project Team for Speed-Friending at Sixty Forward — a fun and unique opportunity to meet new people and enjoy great conversation!

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻? Friday, August 28, 2 – 4 p.m.
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲? Sixty Forward, 205 S. Walnut Ave., Ames
𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻? RSVP is required — find the link below.
𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁: FREE!

Come join us in person and make a few new friends along the way! RSVP here: https://olli.iastate.edu/events/speed-friending-social-event-2/

08/20/2026

Ames Chamber Artists is one of OLLI at Iowa State's membership supporters by providing two complimentary concert tickets to all OLLI at Iowa State members. We hope you will consider supporting them as they share their talents with community!

Looking for a choral home in the Ames Community?
The Ames Chamber Artists is an ensemble representing a broad spectrum of educational and vocational backgrounds, joined in the common love of fine choral singing. We are looking forward to an exciting 2026-2027 season!
To learn more about potential membership, please join us at our annual Open House: Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 5:30-7:15 at our regular rehearsal space--the Unitarian Universalist Church on 1015 Hyland Ave, Ames. Refreshments will be provided.
New and prospective singers are welcome.
Qs? Visit ameschamberartists.org (see "Contact" tab if you need to get in touch).

08/19/2026

🍂Savor the flavors of fall – Italian style!🍝

Join Phyllis Lyte for “Authentic Italian Cooking: Italian Fall Flavors”and discover delicious, seasonal dishes inspired by Italian cuisine. 🇮🇹

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻? Tuesday, September 1, 9:30 – 11 a.m.
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲? Boys and Girls Club in Ames or online via Zoom
𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻? RSVP is required.
𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁: $30/in-person (ingredients covered in class cost), $25/Zoom (ingredients 𝗡𝗢𝗧 covered in class cost)

Come cook, learn, and enjoy the tastes of autumn! Register at https://olli.iastate.edu/events/authentic-italian-cooking-italian-fall-flavors/

08/17/2026

𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐔𝐒 𝑻𝑶𝑴𝑶𝑹𝑹𝑶𝑾!

No plans? Come hang out at the Sixty Forward Center tomorrow afternoon and enjoy “Remembering the 1950s” with Chuck Achter! In this presentation, Chuck will take the audience on nostalgic trip back in time and reminisce about the people, places, and cherished memories that made the decade unforgettable.

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻? Tuesday, August 18, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲? Beran Room at Sixty Forward in Ames, or online via Zoom
𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻? RSVP is required. Find the link here: https://olli.iastate.edu/events/remembering-the-1950s/

08/14/2026

𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗜 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡!

Ready to learn something new, explore a fascinating topic, or simply connect with fellow lifelong learners? OLLI at Iowa State has a full catalog of engaging courses waiting for you!

📚 Browse the Fall 2026 course catalog and find your next class:
olli.iastate.edu

Don’t miss out — open the door to learning this fall!🍂

https://olli.iastate.edu/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/course-info/