Member Events   

We are excited to host the very first OLLI at ASU Curiosity Fair! This new event is designed to bring together many of the people, programs, and opportunities that make OLLI at ASU such a vibrant learning community. Whether you are a long-time member or newer to OLLI at ASU, the Curiosity Fair will offer a fun and engaging way to explore all that your membership includes. Discover new classes, activities, and member benefits you may not yet have explored. Enjoy giveaways, treats, and interactive tables throughout the event.

One of the things that makes OLLI at ASU so unique is the incredible community of faculty, experts, and partners who contribute to the lifelong learning experience. The Curiosity Fair is an opportunity to celebrate those connections while giving members and their guests a welcoming place to discover what OLLI at ASU is all about.

During the event, you will have the opportunity to:

• Meet OLLI instructors and learn more about their classes and areas of expertise.
• Attend a special instructor panel where members can ask questions and share ideas for future topics.
• Connect with community partners who provide behind-the-scenes experiences, discounts, and special opportunities for OLLI members.
• Discover new classes, activities, and member benefits you may not yet have explored.
• Enjoy giveaways, treats, and interactive tables throughout the event.

OLLI at ASU Member Exclusive Event

Led by Dr. Kevin Sandler, ASU Associate Professor of

Film and Media Studies

5th Annual Sedona International Film Festival

Thursday, February 25 through Sunday, February 28, 2027

**Must be a current OLLI Member to Attend**

**We must have a minimum of 20 participants to offer event**

Join Dr. Kevin Sandler for a four-day, three night OLLI event at The 33rd Sedona International Film Festival.  The film festival is a nine-day event that features more than 150 independent films from around the world. From narrative features to documentaries, animation to feature films, the Festival includes Q&A discussions with filmmakers, free workshops, seminars and panel discussions, and much more.

The registration fee is $445.00. The registration fee includes the items listed below and will cover the stipend paid to Dr. Sandler for his planning, expertise, facilitation, and behind-the-scenes access. The fee will be paid at time of registration with OLLI.  It will become non-refundable on November 25, 2026. 

1. Morning discussion (catered breakfast buffet included) led by Dr. Kevin Sandler in private meeting room
2. Advanced selection of movies before general public (some films are not available at early release)
3. Exclusive overview of the festival from the festival director
4. 4 tickets for each registrant (1 for each of the 4 movies Dr. Sandler picks for discussion)

Additional items included with the event but the cost is in addition to the OLLI registration fee are:

1. NEW HOTEL - Courtyard by Marriott | 4105 W State Rte 89A, Sedona, AZ | $289 (King) & $309 (Double Queen) | Parking is $25+ tax, per vehicle, per night. If the group reserves more than 22 rooms, then there will be an additional discount on the room rate and parking rate. Each room will be reserved by the member themselves.The member is responsbile to confirm the room cancellation policy directly with hotel. You will want to reserve your room as soon as possible. The link will be in 'My Class List' under 'meeting link' after the payment is completed for the OLLI registration fee.
   • Must book minimum of 2 nights to qualify for the group rate. Guests wishing to book 1 night only can book directly at Marriott.com/FLGCS at the prevailing rate. Group rate is not available for 1-night reservations. 
   • Cancellation Policy: One night will be charged for cancellations made 30 - 8 days prior to arrival. Higher rate may also apply. All nights booked will be charged for cancellations made within 7 days of arrival. 
2. Members can request additional film tickets at a discounted price of $12 instead of $18 per ticket per film (price subject to change). There is a maximum of four additional tickets and the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre is not available for pre-selection. Once the film schedule is released each registered member will be sent a list to request any additional ticket.
3. Access to at least one festival party(cost TBD).

Join us each month for a lunchtime conversation with an ASU-affiliated author at Hayden Library on ASU’s Tempe campus OR on Zoom! Each gathering features an engaging Q&A with the author about their work, writing process, research, and the ideas behind their books. Authors will participate in person, while OLLI members can join either in person or remotely. Come discover the fascinating work of ASU’s authors and enjoy an opportunity to ask questions and connect with the university’s vibrant literary community.

Upcoming Book Group Meetings:

Sep. 24 - MeXicana Roots and Routes
Edited by Vanessa Fonseca-Chávez and OLLI Faculty, Anita Huizar-Hernández
Register and more info - https://asuevents.asu.edu/event/asu-book-group-mexicana-roots-and-routes-edited-vanessa-fonseca-chavez-and-anita-huizar 

Nov. 18 - Channeling Emily Dickinson 
By OLLI Faculty, Rosemarie Dombrowski
Register and more info - https://asuevents.asu.edu/event/asu-book-group-channeling-emily-dickinson-rosemarie-dombrowski

Feb. 25 - Tumbleweed Underworld
By OLLI Faculty, Eduardo Pagán
Register and more info - https://asuevents.asu.edu/event/asu-book-group-tumbleweed-underworld-eduardo-pagan

LDNS Masterclasses are free, live, interactive professional development sessions led by former U.S. ambassadors, military and national security leaders, and other distinguished practitioners. Participants gain practical leadership and global affairs knowledge through discussion, Q&A, and real-world insights from experts.

Masterclasses can be taken individually for professional development or completed as part of pathways toward the Global Literacy and Impact Certificate or Practical Diplomacy and International Leadership Certificate. Participants who complete the required masterclasses may purchase the corresponding ASU professional certificate.

The program is designed for a broad audience, including students, professionals, government and military personnel, nonprofit leaders, and lifelong learners such as OLLI members. 

Click here to view the full 2026 - 2027 schedule and register! 

To push the envelope is to test a limit—to go a little farther than feels safe. For writers, this means risk. It means doubt. It means vulnerability. It means taking the leap to follow a path that perhaps only you can see.

This year at Desert Nights, Rising Stars, we ask a simple, difficult question: how do you push the envelope of your work—and find the courage to take the risks that will deepen it? In a generous, attentive community of writers, we’ll share lessons learned, examine risks of craft and content, and support one another as we listen for the heart of our stories.

Our 2026 keynote speaker is the visionary, genre-bending, bestselling novelist Stephen Graham Jones, author of The Buffalo Hunter Hunter.

Click here to learn more and register starting Jun. 1

Virginia Piper is currently offering writers, educators, and MFA students the opportunity to present panels or lead workshops at the conference.

You can apply through the following opportunities:

• Community Writers – Writers may apply to teach a workshop (free conference registration) or present a panel as part of a group of 2–5 (discounted $50 registration)
• MFA Presents – MFA students may apply in groups of 2–5 to present a panel (discounted $50 registration)
• Conference Teaching Fellowship – Experienced writers and educators may apply to lead a workshop (free conference registration)

Application link: https://piper.asu.edu/hostaconferencesession
Deadline: May 15

***Registration ends on Friday, Sep. 25. After registration closes, you will receive a registration link from an OLLI staff member. You must follow the link to select your desired class dates/times. After registering with OLLI, all reminder emails and communication will happen directly from Vivo. 

Maintaining muscle strength and balance is essential for preserving health and independence as we age. Without strength training, older adults often experience a decline in muscle tone, which can affect mobility and balance. Vivo is an interactive, live online strength-building course tailored to your individual fitness level, designed to help you improve physical fitness through a focus on strength, balance, and cognitive exercises.

Classes are small, ensuring personalized attention, and are led by certified personal trainers with expertise in working with older adults. These trainers provide modified exercises to accommodate each participant's specific fitness needs. Vivo offers two 45-minute sessions per week and includes one-on-one assessments before the course starts to establish a baseline of your abilities. At the end of the program, a final assessment will track your progress and results.

Whether you're new to exercise or already have an established routine, Vivo is designed to help you achieve your fitness goals and enhance your overall well-being.

Vivo is an online program, where you will pick the class day and time that works best for your schedule. Before the first days of class, Team Vivo will reach out and schedule your baseline assessment.

Fall Session - Vivo for 2 classes per week for 10 weeks (Oct. 5 - Dec. 11)

Includes 8 weeks of 2 classes / week, welcome kits for new participants, and a beginning and ending assessments.

Our Lifelong Learning Institute dedicated day/class times are as follows: (please note, these are in Eastern Time)

Mondays: 9am/10am/11am/1pm ET

Tuesdays: 9am/10am/1pm ET

Wednesdays: 9am/10am/11am/1pm ET

Thursdays: 9am/10am/11am/1pm ET

Friday: 11am/1pm ET