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​We had a great Fall 2019 term and are hard at work on Winter/Spring 2020. Watch for new classes to be posted January 18.
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​Comments from previous participants:
"This is the first year that I have registered for New Dimensions, and I was very impressed with the variety of classes that were available."

"This is a gift to the senior community."

"I love the classes you offer and the use of such professional talent in the Valley."
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"Informative....entertaining....well organized. I only wish I had had time for more classes this term."

"I learned so much from each class.  Also, it was nice to see other people I had taken classes with in previous years.  We shared recommendations of classes we enjoyed."

​"I have recommended to friends and strangers alike! "
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"Adult learning is vital to our mental health in our senior years. $75 is a small price to pay for this opportunity. "

"Left all sessions invigorated about the topic."
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​"I think it's phenomenal that you have as many as 85+ classes offered in a wide variety of subjects and interests. Keep up the good work. We all need to spread the word about this terrific opportunity for seniors."
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"Every year I think I won't find classes to take and every year I learn so many new things."

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"Power Journaling: a Way to Enhance your Memory" presented by Anna Goetz & Linda Malesich

​ NEW DIMENSIONS

New ​Dimensions Lifelong Learning Institute offers Grand Valley adults 50 and over the opportunity to enroll in a variety of non-credit classes focused on academic and personal enrichment.

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"Madams, Mahem, & Murder on Main: Crime Sprees of the 1930's" presented by Dave Fishell

A variety of classes are presented each fall and winter/spring terms. Participants can enroll in any number of classes on a space available basis with a membership fee of $75 for each term in which they register. 

Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to join regardless of race, creed, color, and/or educational level.

Classes meet in various locations and have diverse formats. Some may meet only once per term; others a number of times. Most meet during the daytime.

Courses involve no tests and no papers — simply learning for the joy of learning in a noncompetitive environment. Volunteer instructors are community members with advanced skills and knowledge in the subject they are teaching.  They will maintain a balance of opinion and approach controversial subject with a neutral perspective.  Courses are designed to encourage participation and to challenge one's thinking.
 Course Offerings
Classes reflect an academic focus featuring an array of disciplines such as history, science, philosophy, ethics, political science, art, literature, economics, current issues, nature study, and performing arts. We also offer classes that are active including social games, hikes, dancing, etc. New Dimensions members are encouraged to make suggestions for potential class topics and instructors. While some courses may be offered regularly, others may be changed, added or deleted from term to term.


Below is a sample of classes offered during the Fall 2019 term.
  • 5G Wireless: the next revolution in wireless
  • Bitcoin, Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
  • Civil Discourse and the Language of Argument
  • Cribbage for Beginners
  • Difficult Conversations: Finding Common Ground
  • Election Polling Introduction: "They never ask me...."
  • Grand Valley Irrigation System and Infrastructure
  • Hike: Pollock Bench Trail
  • Historic Tales of Settlers of Colorado’s Grand Valley
  • John Otto: Boostingly Yours--A Chautauqua Presentation
  • Landfill Operation and Recycling in Mesa County
  • Madames, Mayhem & Murder On Main: Grand Junction Crime Sprees of the 1930s
  • Pickleball Clinic for Beginners
  • Power Journaling: a Way to Enhance Your Memory
  • Primary Sources: Sleuthing Historic Documents
  • Tai Chi/Qigong: An Introduction to Movement and Breathing Exercise for Better Health
  • ...and many other classes both new and repeats for those new to our program and those who have been unable to take certain classes, or want to repeat them
Watch for our Winter/Spring 2020 term. If you want to receive further information, ​please contact us at:​
info@newdimensionsgj.org
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