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​The Fall term for 2021 is being finalized. Our online catalog will be ready to view on August 30. We have many new classes; some in person indoors, some in person outdoors, and some on Zoom. We hope you will join us.

Registration begins September 2 at 4:00 pm.
​The term runs from September 27 -November 5.

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Picture"Snowshoe Hike" led by Cary Atwood when we weren't required to socially distance.



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​Comments from Fall 2020 participants:

"Every class I took, and there were many, was very well organized and informative. I love ND."

"The diversity of the classes offered continues to amaze me. They are both stimulating and thought provoking."

"I am always impressed with the expertise of the presenters for ND."

"Every class was exceptional!"

"Very stimulating causing me to dig deeper after the class has ended."
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"​Many asked what I was going to do in retirement and ND was one."
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​"Such a bargain!"

"I DO recommend this program to my friends.,"

"Presenters took time to answer thoughtful questions."

​"The teacher's enthusiasm for the subject was infectious."

​​"I appreciate all the volunteers that spend time creating and presenting the programs. WONDERFUL!"

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"Social Justice" offered by Brenda Wilhelm, PhD during Spring 2020

​ 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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"Meditation and Mindfulness" presented by Bobbie and Boz Bosworth

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. (There will be no fee for Fall 2020 as there will be a limited number of classes and all will be on Zoom due to Covid19. Online classes are new for us and we want to make sure this experience is a good one for our members.) 

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 2020 term.
  • Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Beethoven's Nine Symphonies--Just the Best Bits
  • Broadway Musical: A Brief History
  • Building Resiliency and Happiness
  • Deciphering a Rare Mexican Codex
  • Democracy in Theory and Practice
  • Documentary Filmmaking & the Creative Process
  • Election Law and History
  • Historical View of the Political Parties
  • History of Migrant Workers in the Grand Valley
  • History of Public Lands
  • Surviving and Thriving in a New Normal
  • Systemic Racism: A Brief Introduction
  • What is Feminism
  • Practicing Best Practices
  • Zoom trainings and How to Host a Zoom gathering
  • Gallagher Amendment and Colorado Tax Policy in 2020
  • From Page to "Stage": Producing Theatre at a Social Distance
  • ...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
If you want to receive further information, ​please contact us at:​
info@newdimensionsgj.org
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