with George Azar, M. Ed.
May 25th to June 29th, 2026
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with Vincenzo Carrasco, B.A.
July 6th to August 6th, 2026
Drum Circle is a fun, educational, and accessible musical experience that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and expression! Participants of drum circle will learn about various percussion instruments from all over the world and the proper technique for playing each instrument. The goal is for everyone who participates to discover and share their sense of rhythm which each other, even if just by clapping along! Dancing encouraged! This class will meet Monday and Thursday each week.
with Marcia Haslett, M.Ed.
July 6th to August 3rd, 2026
Participants will learn basic fingerspelling and conversational signs that will have you 'Signing to say it.' No previous sign knowledge needed. We learn common vocabulary during each of our seven easy-paced sessions, and monitor sign clarity, rather than speed. Join me 5 Mondays & 2 Wednesday mornings: 7/6, 7/8, 7/13, 7/20, 7/22, 7/27, & 8/3. Haslett, M.Ed.2. supplies fee $2.
with Dorothy McGovern, M.A.
July 6th to August 3rd, 2026
This semester we will read three mysteries where the detectives will be challenged to find the murderers and bring them to justice.
The Thursday Murder Club (2021) by Richard Osman
Murder in the Mews by Agatha Christie (this is a short story (80 pages) and available in various collections of Agatha Christies stories)
L is for Lawless (2007) by Sue Grafton
with George Azar, M. Ed.
July 6th to August 3rd, 2026
Cardio drumming is a low-impact, full-body workout set to the great music of the '60s, '70s, and '80s. If you have never tried this form of exercise, you are in for a real treat. Using drumsticks, a 65-75cm stability ball, and a 16–24-gallon bucket (with rope handles), we work at our own pace using our arms, legs, and core! All fitness levels are encouraged, even if you must sit. Please purchase your bucket and ball at Meijer, Walmart, or Lowe's. Drumsticks are available from the instructor for $3.
with Cynthia Nikolai, Ph.D.
July 6th to August 4th, 2026
This welcoming, beginner-level course helps learners build confidence using provided computers, smartphones, and essential online tools. Over 10 weeks, students will learn how to use devices, set up accounts and manage passwords, send and receive email, navigate the internet safely, use social media, complete online forms, shop and bank online securely, and access helpful digital resources. Smartphone basics such as texting, calling, and using apps are also included. A skills checklists will guide learning and assess progress. Students who successfully complete the course may check out a computer from the FLI Lending Library for home use. This course is free due to a generous grant from the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County. This class meet twice a week on Monday and Tuesday.
July 6th to August 6th, 2026
Beat the summer heat and stay active with our Forever Open Gym! On Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday throughout the Summer Semester, the gym will be open from 12:00–2:00 PM for walking, light dancing, stretching, juggling, or simply gathering with friends. Whether you want to keep moving, stay social, or enjoy a cool indoor environment to all FLI participants. Come whenever you like! Registration is used to communicate in the event of a closing.
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 12 PM to 2 PM.
with David Warkentien, EE & B.S.
July 6th to August 3rd, 2026
No pills. No fad diets. Dave will discuss how he lost 30 lbs so far this year without feeling overly hungry, while maintaining a mostly sedentary, "no treadmill" lifestyle and only eating foods he enjoys — such as spaghetti, pizza, hamburgers, bacon, cereal, and more. Also covered will be easy ways to count calories, how to read food labels to identify ingredients to avoid, the importance of fiber, and how the body uses proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. The course also includes simple explanations of terms such as BMR and the Mifflin-St. Jeor formula, cortisol, triglycerides, metabolic syndrome, glycemic index,
Also covered will be easy ways to count calories, how to read food labels to identify ingredients to avoid, the importance of fiber, and how the body uses proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.The course also includes simple explanations of terms such as BMR and the Mifflin-St. Jeor formula, cortisol, triglycerides, metabolic syndrome, glycemic index, insulin resistance, hypoglycemia, fatty acids, ATP, TRE, and many more.Time will be available for students to share their experiences with past or current diets, should they wish to do so.
with Paul Stevenson, M.A.
July 7th to August 4th, 2026
Superman is nearing nonagenarian status, tracing his U.S. introduction to Action Comics No. 1 way back in 1938. His incredible story is so ingrained in our culture that it is often seamlessly intertwined with other iconic programs like Seinfeld. The class will explore the rich history and cultural significance of Superman through the years and how Jerry’s obsession with this “strange visitor from another planet” was effectively integrated into Seinfeld, commercials, and internet marketing.