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Lifelong Learning for Adults Age 50+

FALL 2026 CATALOG - click here: Fall 2026 University Express Catalog

CHECK OUT UNIVERSITY EXPRESS ON SPECTRUM NEWS! Click here: Older adults head back to class as part of Erie County's University Express

GET YOUR SPOOKY ON WITH UE! Strange & Unusual Stories I Tell My Friends Flyer

Join Tim Shaw for a Halloween-season evening of strange tales, unexplained encounters, unusual history, and wonderfully weird stories drawn from his life and work - and from his forthcoming book, Strange and Unusual Stories I Tell My Friends. As a paranormal investigator, author, filmmaker, and collector of the unusual, Tim brings a lifetime of curiosity and storytelling to an entertaining program that may leave you intrigued, amused, and just a little unsettled. Attendees are encouraged to join the Halloween fun by wearing a costume. A costume contest will be held during the program, with prizes awarded for first, second, and third place. Instructor: Tim Shaw, Para Investigator, Author, Collector of the Unusual, Filmmaker, Host of the Black Cat Lounge, Media Personality & Grumpy Old Man

Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 PM - West Seneca Public Library, 716-674-2928 to register

University Express began in 2012 with just a few locations. Today, the program has expanded to 30 senior centers and public libraries across Erie County. It offers two semesters each year—May through July and October through December—with approximately 400 classes per semester. All classes are free and open to adults ages 50 and older.

Classes are offered both in person and virtually through Webex, so you can join from home or attend on-site—whatever works best for you. UE now also offers free special events highlighting some of the area’s best cultural, artistic, and environmental treasures. Participants can enjoy unique programs in partnership with local arts organizations, nonprofits, and our beautiful parks, celebrating the richness of our region while learning something new. To register, call the site directly for in-person classes or visit erie.gov/ue to sign up for virtual sessions & special events.

Visit our Combatting Social Isolation page for other opportunities to keep yourself busy!

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Locations

During our semesters we offer in-person and virtual classes. If you think your location might be a good fit for our program, please reach out to us!

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We are grateful for everyone's participation in our program!

Classes are fun!

Join other like-minded adults interested in learning new things and having lively discussions — all in a fun and safe environment. Classes are typically 45–60 minutes, followed by a question and answer session.

We have over 200 class recordings on our website that you can watch on-demand. Start taking advantage of them now!

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