Current Classes
Welcome!
1) Read through the catalog to see what interests you. You can also search for classes below using our search tool. All University Express classes are free and either in-person or virtual using Webex. Some of the in-person classes will be livestreamed on-site and you will be able to log on and watch from home. This is the first time we are offering this option. We ask that you please be patient and understanding if issues arise. Be sure to visit us here regularly for the latest schedule and list of recordings!
2) Register for the classes that interest you.
Virtual Classes: Visit our Virtual Classes page to register for the classes you want to virtually attend. You’ll receive an email confirming your registration status after registering. You can call our office for assistance if you do not have internet access.
In-Person Classes: Call the location where the in-person class is offered and reserve your spot ahead of time. Consider making a lunch or dinner reservation too so you can enjoy our Stay Fit Dining meals either before or after the class! Lunch and dinner reservations must be made at least one week in advance. We will be uploading schedules for each location in the near future!
3) Make sure you have the right technology. You can access the virtual classes from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. You may also phone in if you’d just like to listen to the presentation.
4) Participate in the classes you registered for!
Virtual Classes: Once your registration is accepted, you will receive email reminders before the class(es) start that you can join from.
In-Person Classes: Make sure you called the location ahead of time to register. Be sure to follow all safety guidelines at the location you are attending.
| Date - Time | Topic | Course Description | Instructor | Location | Category |
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6 PM |
The Birth of the Steel City | Hear the story of how the 4th largest steel plant in the country came to the shores of Lake Erie and explore the legacy of Bethlehem Steel in Lackawanna. |
Eileen Healy | West Seneca Public Library |
History |
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6 PM |
The Birth of the Steel City | Hear the story of how the 4th largest steel plant in the country came to the shores of Lake Erie and explore the legacy of Bethlehem Steel in Lackawanna. |
Eileen Healy | West Seneca Public Library |
History |
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5:30 PM |
Supporting Brain Health in Our Community | We all deserve a life with the healthiest brain possible. Learn science-backed strategies that support brain health and may reduce your risk for Alzheimer's and dementia. |
Kailea Lalka | Akron-Newstead Senior Center |
Health and Wellness |
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12:30 PM |
Practical Self Defense for Seniors. | In this class I teach awareness, prevention and simple moves to get away if someone grabs you. |
Judy Beiswanger | Lancaster Senior Center |
Health and Wellness |
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2 PM |
Severe Weather Hazards Across Western New York | Discover the basics of thunderstorm development and the hazards associated with severe storms, including strong winds, large hail, tornadoes, and flash flooding. |
Matthew Brothers | Amherst Senior Center |
Natural Science |
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10 AM |
My City Smells Like Cheerios - The History of Cereal | On a warm, breezy summer day, that sweet aroma wafting over the city will tell you they're making Cheerios. But why here in Buffalo? And how did breakfast become a thing, what is the connection to health sanitariums? Hear the story of how Cheerios came to be made in Buffalo and how dry, ready to eat cereal right out of the box began in central New York, and even cereal's connection to Mar-a-Lago! |
Cheryl McDonald | Cheektowaga Senior Center |
History |
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10 AM |
My City Smells Like Cheerios - The History of Cereal | On a warm, breezy summer day, that sweet aroma wafting over the city will tell you they're making Cheerios. But why here in Buffalo? And how did breakfast become a thing, what is the connection to health sanitariums? Hear the story of how Cheerios came to be made in Buffalo and how dry, ready to eat cereal right out of the box began in central New York, and even cereal's connection to Mar-a-Lago! |
Cheryl McDonald | Cheektowaga Senior Center |
History |
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6 PM |
Thinking of a Hip Replacement? | Thinking of a Hip Replacement? Learn what to expect before, during and after surgery. |
David S. Phillips | Amherst Senior Center |
Health and Wellness |
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6 PM |
Thinking of a Hip Replacement? | Thinking of a Hip Replacement? Learn what to expect before, during and after surgery. |
David S. Phillips | Amherst Senior Center |
Health and Wellness |
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12:30 PM |
Supporting Independence | Focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations. |
Chelsea Torgalski | Lancaster Senior Center |
Health and Wellness |
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9:30 AM |
Senior Hiking Club - Sprague Brook Park | Join us as we partner with Club 99 for their Senior Hiking Club! The Hiking Club is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to stay active and enjoy the beauty of nature in the company of like-minded individuals. Summary: Join the Environmental Specialist Wendy on a summer hike of the cross-country ski trail! On this hike we will explore the forests at the park and also the adjacent forestry lot. This park is a great place to be on a hot summer day. Dogs are welcome on a leash. (*For your safety, please see online for duration, difficulty, distance, elevation, equipment and cancellation policy*) |
Parks | Special Events | |
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1 PM - 4 PM |
Trivia In the Park - Northtowns | Grab your thinking cap and a few friends-it's time for Trivia in the Park! University Express is taking the fun outdoors with a friendly trivia challenge featuring questions about everything from Buffalo history and pop culture to movies, music, and random surprises. Don't |
Edie Monroe | Special Events | |
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7:00 PM |
Shakespeare in the Park | Fools and Foes: Get ready for mischief, mayhem, and magic with Shakespeare in Delaware Park's touring production, Fools and Foes. This fast-paced, one-hour show features Shakespeare's most unforgettable clowns and villains - from laugh out loud fools to deliciously wicked foes - in a playful, action-packed performance perfect for all ages. |
Gretchen Didio | Special Events | |
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10:15 AM |
Discover Burchfield with University Express! | UE is going on location to celebrate & explore the work of an American master. Join us for a docent-led tour at The Burchfield Penney Art Center, home to the largest public collection of works by Charles E. Burchfield (1893-1967), as well as an archive of more than 10,000 pages of handwritten journals, 25,000 drawings, and other ephemera-including a scale re-creation of the artist's studio. Join us to experience the genius of one of America's most original artists! Thanks to the Birchfield team for offering this wonderful opportunity! |
Mary Kozub, Director of Education | Special Events | |
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1 PM - 4 PM |
Trivia in the Park - Southtowns | Grab your thinking cap and a few friends-it's time for Trivia in the Park! University Express is taking the fun outdoors with a friendly trivia challenge featuring questions about everything from Buffalo history and pop culture to movies, music, and random surprises. Don't Southtowns Trivia: (James Depczynski Casino, Como Lake Park) |
Edie Monroe | Special Events |