Edmonton Lifelong Learners

04/26/2026

I am so excited to see all you learners starting tomorrow!

Rachel Wu, PhD, talks about why lifelong learning matters, how adults can learn more like kids, why feedback and failure are important, and what types of learning to seek out.

04/17/2026

Your voice is more powerful than you think. 🎭 Oral interpretation is a fun, low-key way to bring poems, stories, and scripts to life — no memorization required! Learn techniques to captivate any audience, bring your favourite pieces to share, and discover why it's fun, accessible, and surprisingly powerful!

📍 In person at the U of A | 📅 Starting April 27
👉 Register at my-ella.com

04/17/2026

Think feeling "old" is just part of aging? It doesn't have to be. 🌿 What you eat and how you live play a huge role in how you feel — and this fun, practical class shows you how simple food and lifestyle changes can boost your energy, slow aging, and help manage chronic conditions.

📍 In person at the U of A | 📅 Starting April 27
👉 Register at my-ella.com

04/16/2026

⏰ Registration is closing soon, curious minds!

ELLA’s Spring 2026 in-person courses begin April 27 — and this is your final chance to join.

Spend three weeks learning, connecting, and exploring new ideas on campus at the University of Alberta.

✨ Here’s a glimpse of what’s inside the Spring session:
🎨 Art, music & creativity
🧠 Philosophy & current affairs
🔬 Science & health topics
🧘 Wellness & movement

What makes ELLA unique?
✔ Designed exclusively for adults 55+
✔ In-person learning at the University of Alberta
✔ Taught by expert instructors
✔ A welcoming, pressure-free community

Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

➡️ Register today at my-ella.com before registration closes

04/15/2026

Bridge is one of the world's great card games — come find out why! 🃏 From the basics to bidding strategy, scoring, play, and defence, this class covers everything you need to sit down at any table with confidence.

📍 In person at the U of A | 📅 Starting April 27
👉 Register at my-ella.com

04/14/2026

Does your home still reflect you? Learn to be your own designer! Discover your personal style, assess your space, and apply key design principles — from colour and furniture to materials and cohesive styling. You'll leave with a real plan to transform your home. 🏡✨

📍 In person at the U of A | 📅 Starting April 27
👉 Register at my-ella.com

04/14/2026

Here is an ELLA course to further explore the idea
26-S201 Precision Medicine: A User’s Guide (Part II)

The patient was bedridden and needed daily blood transfusions, and she had tried nine different therapies that didn't bring lasting effects. So, researchers modified some of her immune cells so they would attack her faulty cells

04/10/2026

What could you explore this spring? 🌱✨

Dive into engaging in-person courses at the University of Alberta designed for adults 55+:

🎨 Art & creativity
🧠 Philosophy & humanities
🌎 Current events & global topics
🔬 Science & health
🧘 Wellness & movement

Learn for the joy of it — no tests, no exams, just exploration.

Connect with like-minded learners and expand your world this spring.

Classes begin April 27.

➡️ Explore more and register today at my-ella.com

04/05/2026

Happy Easter !
Here is some Easter traditions from Austria.

There are still spots left in our Spring Session for --Vienna: A Biography of One of the “World’s Most Livable Cities”

https://www.visitingvienna.com/culture/easter-traditions/

04/02/2026

Spring learning starts now. 🌿✨

ELLA’s Spring 2026 session is officially OPEN for registration.

Join us in person at the University of Alberta for a season of engaging, thought-provoking courses designed for adults 55+.

Here’s why people love ELLA:
✔ High-quality courses taught by expert instructors
✔ In-person learning and connection
✔ No grades — just the joy of learning
✔ A welcoming community of curious minds

From science and current events to art, wellness, and more — there’s something for everyone.

Classes begin April 27.

➡️ Register today at my-ella.com

04/01/2026

Something inspiring is coming this spring… 🌱✨

From science to storytelling, wellness to world events, ELLA’s Spring 2026 in-person courses are almost here.

✨ Explore engaging courses designed for curious minds 55+.

Join us on campus at the University of Alberta and experience the joy of learning — together.

Classes begin April 27.

➡️ Explore more at my-ella.com Registration opens tomorrow April 2, 2026.