Current Classes

Self-care is the practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness. Learn tips on how to incorporate self-care into your daily routine so you can reduce stress and be productive.

Explore the historical and cultural significance of the oldest state park in America and how it impacts us today. Discover how Niagara Falls got its shape, how it's still changing today, and what secrets lie beneath it.

Discuss how dating has changed over the years including safe sex, catfishing, scams, and other scenarios you may encounter while dating.

Attend this session to learn what's in-season during fall and winter, as well as some tips on preparation and cooking methods. Learn to maintain weight or work on health goals while enjoying seasonal favorites.

Learn how to operate a computer, identify its parts, and use various useful software programs. Additionally, receive tips on purchasing a computer that fits your needs.

Learn about well-known scams that affect people in every walk of life, each and every day. What red flags should you watch for to identify these scams? What tips will prevent you from becoming a victim?

Cutting back perennials; protecting plants and pots; overwintering geraniums, begonias, and others; bringing in houseplants; and general cleanup all help your garden survive until the spring. We'll also talk about the "leave it be" philosophy of fall cleanup.

We'll talk about the benefits older adults commonly qualify for, such as SNAP and HEAP. Learn about eligibility guidelines and the application process, and how to get the most out of these benefits. Come prepared with an idea of your household income.

Learn the basics of exploring the Internet. You'll be taught about the Internet browser Google Chrome, how it works, and how to search for specific web pages.

Why do we call some plants "herbs"? Learn about the history, lore, and uses for both common and unusual herbs you can grow.

The Michigan Street Baptist Church is one of the oldest structures built by African Americans for African Americans in the city of Buffalo. Its members were part of the Underground Railroad, and the church community was pivotal in the development of today's African American community in Buffalo.

Learn the difference between price gouging and supply and demand and find out where to file complaints. We'll also hear how consumers can avoid panic buying.

Learn how Erie County and the University at Buffalo have employed wastewater-based epidemiology to better understand COVID-19 impacts locally and how these methods might help monitor community health in the future.

Learn how Erie County and the University at Buffalo have employed wastewater-based epidemiology to better understand COVID-19 impacts locally and how these methods might help monitor community health in the future.

Join us for a talk about the ethnic, cultural, and manufacturing center for Buffalo and Western New York.

Explore the historical and cultural significance of the oldest state park in America and how it impacts us today. Discover how Niagara Falls got its shape, how it's still changing today, and what secrets lie beneath it.

This session is designed for the homeowner who is not quite ready to sell but sees it on the horizon, perhaps in six months or even five years.

Enjoy a whirlwind trip to all the amusement parks from past to present through Western New York's eight counties.

What is fake news? How do you spot wrong information? Where does it run most rampant? We'll give you tips and tricks to vet your sources.

Between 1840 and 1890, cotton sacks replaced barrels for food packaging and feed storage. Learn about the clever marketing idea and how it changed the lives of families during the Depression and World Wars I and II.

The presentation will cover basic estate planning (wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills), advanced estate planning (revocable and irrevocable trusts), and the basics of Medicaid.

Hear about the residents of Western New York who shaped local, regional, and national history, commerce, and culture in the 1800s.

Explore ways Alzheimer's and other dementias affect an individual's ability to communicate across different stages, and get tips to better communicate with people living with the disease.

This class will provide a lesson in the background of news seldom seen by readers, viewers, and listeners.

What can we do when conversations seem tense? Will communicating get any easier? We'll discuss the steps you can take to build and repair relationships while finding common ground.

The goal of palliative care is to improve quality of life for patients and their families. Learn more about this medical specialty and how to have conversations about your values and wishes for your future care.

The presentation will cover basic estate planning (wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills), advanced estate planning (revocable and irrevocable trusts), and the basics of Medicaid.

We'll talk about the science behind electric vehicles (EVs) and what their future may look like. You'll also learn what Erie County is doing to become more EV-friendly.

Explore the historical and cultural significance of the oldest state park in America and how it impacts us today. Discover how Niagara Falls got its shape, how it's still changing today, and what secrets lie beneath it.

Learn about well-known scams that affect people in every walk of life, each and every day. What red flags should you watch for to identify these scams? What tips will prevent you from becoming a victim?

Learn the difference between refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers; the process they go through to come to the US; and the challenges when they arrive.

We'll focus on the conflict's political, sectarian, ethnic, and socioeconomic causes, as well as its far-reaching consequences on the region in general - particularly U.S. foreign policy.

Learn about the three ships docked at the largest inland naval museum in the country. You'll hear their history and the memorable events of which they were a part.

Enjoy a whirlwind trip to all the amusement parks from past to present through Western New York's eight counties.

"Urban renewal" typically referred to a series of programs used by cities in the mid-20th century to address urban decay. Learn how Buffalo's neighborhoods were shaped by urban renewal policies.

This session is designed for the homeowner who is not quite ready to sell but sees it on the horizon, perhaps in six months or even five years.

Learn about how time is mentally constructed and significantly personalized as it ebbs and flows throughout our lives.

We'll relive the good old days of big bands and famous clubs throughout this city. Prepare to be transported!

"Urban renewal" typically referred to a series of programs used by cities in the mid-20th century to address urban decay. Learn how Buffalo's neighborhoods were shaped by urban renewal policies.

Between 1840 and 1890, cotton sacks replaced barrels for food packaging and feed storage. Learn about the clever marketing idea and how it changed the lives of families during the Depression and World Wars I and II.

Hear never-before-told inside stories from wrestlers' dressing rooms, recording studios, and record hops of the 1950s "Happy Days" era.

Join us for a lesson on what Senior Services does and how you can access its programs and services.

Join us for a lesson on what Senior Services does and how you can access its programs and services.

We'll discuss the types of visual impairment and available programs and services to assist.

We'll journey through the history of beer in Western New York starting with Prohibition and ending where we are today.

Compare natural sugars, added sugars, and substitutes, and then discover roles each can play in a healthy pattern of eating.

This education program will help you recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.

What is fake news? How do you spot wrong information? Where does it run most rampant? We'll give you tips and tricks to vet your sources.

Are you unsure of what questions to ask your doctor about your health or how to ask? Learn how to create a successful partnership with your doctor.

Are you unsure of what questions to ask your doctor about your health or how to ask? Learn how to create a successful partnership with your doctor.

Review the several meanings of "witchcraft" and identify 14 attributes that describe the near-universal concept of a really terrible being.

Learn basic genealogy concepts, the types of records used, and an overview of genealogy resources available.

How well do you know your artifacts? A museum docent will bring a canvas bag of artifacts so the audience can identify what each object is and what it does.

Learn about issues you'll face as you approach retirement, including when to take Social Security, how to manage your investments as you get closer to beginning distributions, assessing your Medicare choices, and preserving assets for future generations.

Enjoy a low-impact exercise routine and discuss health and wellness programs the department offers.

Join us for a lesson on what Senior Services does and how you can access its programs and services.

Join us for a lesson on what Senior Services does and how you can access its programs and services.

Buffalo is experiencing a remarkable transformation. We'll talk about the recent developments and what is yet to come in the City of Good Neighbors.

Explore the historical and cultural significance of the oldest state park in America and how it impacts us today. Discover how Niagara Falls got its shape, how it's still changing today, and what secrets lie beneath it.

Learn about the rich life of this brilliant man - and his many contributions to his adopted city and the advancement of cancer research and treatment nationally and internationally.

The county's history spans over 200 years and includes major military conflicts, significant inventions, three presidents, and an assassination.

Bitcoin has been around since 2017, and new cryptocurrencies are popping up for use instead of paper or plastic. Could banks fall by the wayside?

There are many memorials to Lincoln around the city and region; hear how our 16th president visited Buffalo on four occasions.

Historic records were used to piece together details of inmates from the Erie County Poorhouse (1829-1926) to reveal the period before or after their time spent in the institution.

Self-care is the practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness. Learn tips on how to incorporate self-care into your daily routine so you can reduce stress and be productive.

White House pets provide companionship to First Families, but they have also promoted important issues, served as ambassadors for the U.S., and played a significant role in humanizing the president's political image.

Discuss how dating has changed over the years including safe sex, catfishing, scams, and other scenarios you may encounter while dating.

We'll chat with directors past and present and explore the ways in which a director approaches a Shakespearean script differently than that of a performer

We'll chat with directors past and present and explore the ways in which a director approaches a Shakespearean script differently than that of a performer

Medicare fraud costs taxpayers billions of dollars a year. Find out how the Senior Medicare Patrol can help you prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud.

Hear about the residents of Western New York who shaped local, regional, and national history, commerce, and culture in the 1800s.

Learn how the Library of Congress in Washington literally rose from the ashes of war to become the most renowned library in history

We'll cover the several popular meanings of "magic," and describe six principles that comprise the anthropological meaning.

Learn about the myths and truths about supplements. Do they work? How do they work? Are they safe?

Cultures throughout history have believed dangerous beings roam in search of human victims. We'll look at examples of such beliefs and explanations for them.

Learn about how time is mentally constructed and significantly personalized as it ebbs and flows throughout our lives.

Attend this session to learn what's in-season during fall and winter, as well as some tips on preparation and cooking methods. Learn to maintain weight or work on health goals while enjoying seasonal favorites.

This class will provide a lesson in the background of news seldom seen by readers, viewers, and listeners.

Medicare fraud costs taxpayers billions of dollars a year. Find out how the Senior Medicare Patrol can help you prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud.

Learn how to operate a computer, identify its parts, and use various useful software programs. Additionally, receive tips on purchasing a computer that fits your needs.

Considering the recent Israeli military activities in Gaza, we'll examine how this event fits into the Arab-Israeli conflict overall, and what it means for American relations with all sides.

We'll continue our study of how the streets in Buffalo got their names. Learn about the man who brought vocational schools to the city, how the electric chair is connected, and more.

Learn how the Library of Congress in Washington literally rose from the ashes of war to become the most renowned library in history

Cultures throughout history have believed dangerous beings roam in search of human victims. We'll look at examples of such beliefs and explanations for them.

Since our country's inception, the right to vote has been a contested issue. This presentation will give an overview of the lobbying for suffrage in the 1900s.

We'll look through the old cemeteries of Erie County to decipher what messages were left on headstones and monuments across the area.

How do things like Apple Pay, Venmo, and PayPal work? What are the safeguards? Join us to find out.

Historic records were used to piece together details of inmates from the Erie County Poorhouse (1829-1926) to reveal the period before or after their time spent in the institution.

Join for a discussion on the avenues to gift to loved ones and charities. We'll also discuss what to consider and the main implications.

Review the several meanings of "witchcraft" and identify 14 attributes that describe the near-universal concept of a really terrible being.

Cultures throughout history have believed dangerous beings roam in search of human victims. We'll look at examples of such beliefs and explanations for them.

Learn how to operate a computer, identify its parts, and use various useful software programs. Additionally, receive tips on purchasing a computer that fits your needs.

Learn the basics of exploring the Internet. You'll be taught about the Internet browser Google Chrome, how it works, and how to search for specific web pages.

How did Tesla change the world of electricity - and the world itself?

We'll examine important points of biographical similarity between these men, as well as parallels between their revolutionary innovations.

We'll relive the good old days of big bands and famous clubs throughout this city. Prepare to be transported!

The Michigan Street Baptist Church is one of the oldest structures built by African Americans for African Americans in the city of Buffalo. Its members were part of the Underground Railroad, and the church community was pivotal in the development of today's African American community in Buffalo.

This training method that teaches the compressions-only technique is a combination instruction and skills session that lasts approximately 30 minutes. CPR training certification is not provided through this course

Learn how the Library of Congress in Washington literally rose from the ashes of war to become the most renowned library in history

Learn about well-known scams that affect people in every walk of life, each and every day. What red flags should you watch for to identify these scams? What tips will prevent you from becoming a victim?

Learn about resources and strategies to find living relatives. This class is helpful if you're hoping to connect with family to collaborate on research, an adoptee looking for your birth family, trying to find heirs for probate cases, or planning a family reunion.

This play won the Pulitzer Prize for drama. "Our Town" teaches us about mortality; appreciation of life, love, and marriage; and the circle of life.

Learn the difference between refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers; the process they go through to come to the US; and the challenges when they arrive.

Cutting back perennials; protecting plants and pots; overwintering geraniums, begonias, and others; bringing in houseplants; and general cleanup all help your garden survive until the spring. We'll also talk about the "leave it be" philosophy of fall cleanup.

Join us for a lecture on the daily life and treatment of patients at the Buffalo State Asylum during the 19th century.

The presentation will cover basic estate planning (wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills), advanced estate planning (revocable and irrevocable trusts), and the basics of Medicaid.

Join in a brief history of the four North Tonawanda Amusement Companies, their products, and the legacy they left behind.

This training method that teaches the compressions-only technique is a combination instruction and skills session that lasts approximately 30 minutes. CPR training certification is not provided through this course

The presentation will cover basic estate planning (wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills), advanced estate planning (revocable and irrevocable trusts), and the basics of Medicaid.

Between 1840 and 1890, cotton sacks replaced barrels for food packaging and feed storage. Learn about the clever marketing idea and how it changed the lives of families during the Depression and World Wars I and II.

Bitcoin has been around since 2017, and new cryptocurrencies are popping up for use instead of paper or plastic. Could banks fall by the wayside?

We'll journey through the history of beer in Western New York starting with Prohibition and ending where we are today.

Compare natural sugars, added sugars, and substitutes, and then discover roles each can play in a healthy pattern of eating.

Bitcoin has been around since 2017, and new cryptocurrencies are popping up for use instead of paper or plastic. Could banks fall by the wayside?

The presentation will cover basic estate planning (wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills), advanced estate planning (revocable and irrevocable trusts), and the basics of Medicaid.

We'll discuss advantages of these tools for estate and financial planning, as well as potential problems that can arise.

Receive unbiased information on Medicare Advantage plans. Discuss supplemental plans, options to pay for prescription drugs, and low-cost care options.

Discuss how dating has changed over the years including safe sex, catfishing, scams, and other scenarios you may encounter while dating.

Between 1840 and 1890, cotton sacks replaced barrels for food packaging and feed storage. Learn about the clever marketing idea and how it changed the lives of families during the Depression and World Wars I and II.

Contemporary with the expansion of cities in Japan's Edo Period (1600-1868), a rambunctious drama form arose to entertain the urban masses. Kabuki is still world-class theater today.

Learn about the three ships docked at the largest inland naval museum in the country. You'll hear their history and the memorable events of which they were a part.

Hear never-before-told inside stories from wrestlers' dressing rooms, recording studios, and record hops of the 1950s "Happy Days" era.

Let's change our way of thinking about growing older! We'll learn about exercises and activities you can do at home to help maintain your independence.

How does a cyberattack work? What is ransomware, malware, and spyware?

This education program will help you recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.

Explore the historical and cultural significance of the oldest state park in America and how it impacts us today. Discover how Niagara Falls got its shape, how it's still changing today, and what secrets lie beneath it.

Learn how to operate a computer, identify its parts, and use various useful software programs. Additionally, receive tips on purchasing a computer that fits your needs.

Learn about issues you'll face as you approach retirement, including when to take Social Security, how to manage your investments as you get closer to beginning distributions, assessing your Medicare choices, and preserving assets for future generations.

We'll talk about the science behind electric vehicles (EVs) and what their future may look like. You'll also learn what Erie County is doing to become more EV-friendly.

Are we friends or foes? What are both powers thinking about the relationship? How can they both shape this world and make it better for everyone?

We'll discuss advantages of these tools for estate and financial planning, as well as potential problems that can arise.

The importance of communication within relationships is crucial to interpersonal health and balance. Learn how to effectively communicate while avoiding miscommunications.

Learn about well-known scams that affect people in every walk of life, each and every day. What red flags should you watch for to identify these scams? What tips will prevent you from becoming a victim?

Explore the historical and cultural significance of the oldest state park in America and how it impacts us today. Discover how Niagara Falls got its shape, how it's still changing today, and what secrets lie beneath it.

Receive unbiased information on Medicare Advantage plans. Discuss supplemental plans, options to pay for prescription drugs, and low-cost care options.

"Urban renewal" typically referred to a series of programs used by cities in the mid-20th century to address urban decay. Learn how Buffalo's neighborhoods were shaped by urban renewal policies.

Come learn about the story of the local Niland family's contribution and sacrifice during WWII and their connection to the movie "Saving Private Ryan."

This class will provide a lesson in the background of news seldom seen by readers, viewers, and listeners.

Using the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act as a turning point in Asian immigration to the U.S., the class will offer snapshots of Asian American experiences during the periods of exclusion and inclusion.

"Urban renewal" typically referred to a series of programs used by cities in the mid-20th century to address urban decay. Learn how Buffalo's neighborhoods were shaped by urban renewal policies.

Hear never-before-told inside stories from wrestlers' dressing rooms, recording studios, and record hops of the 1950s "Happy Days" era.

Is it time to end the filibuster? Is it outdated? Is it blocking progress? Join us for an informational discussion.

Since our country's inception, the right to vote has been a contested issue. This presentation will give an overview of the lobbying for suffrage in the 1900s.

Join us for a lesson on how platforms like Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok are used; how they work; and how you can join.

Join us for a lecture on the daily life and treatment of patients at the Buffalo State Asylum during the 19th century.

Are you unsure of what questions to ask your doctor about your health or how to ask? Learn how to create a successful partnership with your doctor.

Are you unsure of what questions to ask your doctor about your health or how to ask? Learn how to create a successful partnership with your doctor.

"Urban renewal" typically referred to a series of programs used by cities in the mid-20th century to address urban decay. Learn how Buffalo's neighborhoods were shaped by urban renewal policies.

Join in a discussion of the companies that employed thousands of workers during the early 1900s.

The county's history spans over 200 years and includes major military conflicts, significant inventions, three presidents, and an assassination.

Join us for a talk about the ethnic, cultural, and manufacturing center for Buffalo and Western New York.

We'll discuss types of anxiety, how anxiety may impact us, and ways to cope.

Find out about the religious, civic, social and work lives of Jewish Buffalonians from the 1840s to the late 1880s, in the first of a series of explorations tracing institutions, businesses, families and individuals that played a role in shaping this early community and Buffalo.

Explore ways Alzheimer's and other dementias affect an individual's ability to communicate across different stages, and get tips to better communicate with people living with the disease.

Join in a brief history of the four North Tonawanda Amusement Companies, their products, and the legacy they left behind.

We'll discuss the ideas of those invisible things filling our universe - dark energy and dark matter - and the arguments that require their existence.

Compare natural sugars, added sugars, and substitutes, and then discover roles each can play in a healthy pattern of eating.

Eating a diet high in fiber is a big step toward improving your health - but most Americans don't consume the recommended 25 to 35 grams of fiber each day. Join us as we discuss how you can add more fiber to your diet and pick up some healthy recipes too.

We'll discuss types of anxiety, how anxiety may impact us, and ways to cope.

Learn about issues you'll face as you approach retirement, including when to take Social Security, how to manage your investments as you get closer to beginning distributions, assessing your Medicare choices, and preserving assets for future generations.

Learn about the interactive online maps available for free through Erie County's website. We'll demonstrate how to access and use the Tax Parcel mapper, the Natural Resource Inventory map, the County Parks finder, and more!

Hear never-before-told inside stories from wrestlers' dressing rooms, recording studios, and record hops of the 1950s "Happy Days" era.

Enjoy a whirlwind trip to all the amusement parks from past to present through Western New York's eight counties.

Step onto a paddle wheeler and travel along one of Europe's storied rivers. We will float between two of the continent's most interesting cities, with major tours along the way. See, for example, where Luther posted his 95 Theses, the restored beauties of Dresden, in addition to the fascinating capitals of Germany and the Czech Republic.

This class will provide a lesson in the background of news seldom seen by readers, viewers, and listeners.

How does a cyberattack work? What is ransomware, malware, and spyware?

Learn what defines mammals and how to determine what kind of eater they are, what kind of vision they have, and how they walk.

Buffalo's first environmentalist, Stanley P. Spisiak, spearheaded the cleanup of the horribly polluted Buffalo River, a nearly 40-year crusade.

Join us for a lesson on how platforms like Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok are used; how they work; and how you can join.

Let's change our way of thinking about growing older! We'll learn about exercises and activities you can do at home to help maintain your independence.

Learn how to operate a computer, identify its parts, and use various useful software programs. Additionally, receive tips on purchasing a computer that fits your needs.

Learn the basics of exploring the Internet. You'll be taught about the Internet browser Google Chrome, how it works, and how to search for specific web pages.

We'll talk about the main types of mental illness and their prevalence, where to get help, and what that help can look like.

Learn about the ranges for high blood pressure, the risk factors, and treatment paths.

Erie County is developing an equity-centered Community Climate Action Plan and is seeking your input to ensure the plan addresses impacts on your neighborhood, your backyard, and your family

If you're always reading about different foods in the news or online, it can be hard to know what to believe. Are some foods really "superfoods"? Are there some foods you should completely avoid? We'll learn how to separate the fact from the fiction.

The goal of palliative care is to improve quality of life for patients and their families. Learn more about this medical specialty and how to have conversations about your values and wishes for your future care.

Join in a discussion of the companies that employed thousands of workers during the early 1900s.

As we prepare to tuck our gardens in for the season, we can rejoice in the fact that seed catalog season is upon us! In this class we'll unpack a lot of symbols and terms we see used to describe seeds - heirloom, open pollinated, hybrid, determinate, and more! We'll talk about the importance of regional adaptation and how to choose varieties that will thrive in your garden next year. Disease and insect resistance? We'll touch on that too! So, dig out your favorite catalog, or two, or three and let's geek out about seeds.

Learn about the three ships docked at the largest inland naval museum in the country. You'll hear their history and the memorable events of which they were a part.