A Sense of Belonging, Join The Adventure!
Adventures in Learning is KC Shepherd’s Center’s signature lifelong learning program. This KCSC program relies on volunteer energy and fulfills our mission of keeping older adults mentally and physically active and engaged. Get ready to explore topics like current events, line dancing, and Classical music or even learn about technology. Classes and topics vary. Adventures in Learning promotes lifelong learning and cultural enrichment. Courses chosen by the participants cover a wide range of engaging topics and cultivate a rich community of active older adults who are enthusiastic about adventure, learning, exploring, and building new friendships.
2026 Adventures in Learning Winter Class Zoom Schedule
Registration is Required
Recurring Classes- Friday via Zoom
- 9:00 am - 9:50 am: Mind & Body Mechanics with Judy Delphia
Judy Delphia’s Mind and Body Mechanics class will be offered both in person and over Zoom. When our Spring Quarter starts April 3rd, we will resume in-person meetings. Click Here to Register
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am: News and Views with Dick Ballentine
Do you have views on the news? Join us for an interactive conversation about local, national and international news. Share your thoughts and hear what others have to say at our weekly current events discussion, led by Dick Ballentine. Click Here to Register
Nonrecurring Classes- Friday via Zoom
- 11:00 am Classes (Each Class is Different Descriptions Below)
January Classes
*Please note that you must register for each class individually*
January 9: Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge
The flood of 1993 destroyed the bottomland forest, which was the dominant habitat along the lower part of the Missouri River. Join us to learn about this Refuge established in 1994 from St. Louis to Kansas City.
Today a young growth of gallery forests covers several thousand acres providing a habitat important to migratory songbirds and raptors as well as many animals, reptiles and amphibians. Tim Haller, Visitor Services Manager at US Fish and Wildlife Services, will guide us in this journey concentrating on an area near Booneville called Jackass Bend.
January 16: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
More than 100 galleries make up the Museum of Fine Arts. It is one of the top things to do in Boston and is the 20th largest art museum in the world, measured by the public gallery area. It is one of the most comprehensive collections in the Americas and has over a million visitors each year. It is affiliated with the School of Fine Arts at Tufts. Along with a history and overview, we hope to view work by VanGogh.
January 23: The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Join us for a virtual tour of The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, led by Giovana Perez-Olivaras, Arts & Health Program Coordinator. We will explore its fascinating history, cultural legacy in Sarasota, Florida, and masterpieces from the museum's permanent collection. Highlights include Peter Paul Rubens, Triumph of the Eucharist, John Ringling's bronze David and other works by the Old Masters. Discover art that educates, inspires, and entertains.
January 30: William J. Clinton Presidential Library
The library has three floors. Permanent exhibit highlights include the presidential limo, an Oval Office replica, and reminders of some memorable visitors. One temporary exhibit is of the Portraits of President Clinton. He was the 42nd President of the United States of America and served from 1993-2001.
February Classes
February 6: To Be Announced! You can still register below.
February 13: Biscayne National Park
Ranger Esmeralda Reyes will guide us on our visit. The "Biscayne Discovery" distance learning program is a great introduction to the park and marine science taking place. During the 45-minute presentation, park staff will orient us to the park resources, review marine science work, answer questions and discuss stewardship of public lands.
February 20: FDR Presidential Library
Franklin D. Roosevelt was our 32nd President and served from March 4, 1933, to his death in 1945. The library is located in Hyde Park, New York and is located on the Roosevelt family estate. The library's mission is to foster research and education on their life and times and the continuing impact on contemporary life. Jeff Urbin, an Education Specialist, will give us an introduction to Franklin D. Roosevelt and his presidency.
February 27: Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art
This gallery is located in Overland Park at the Johnson County Community College and offers interesting and fun exhibits. These exhibits will be on display until May 3, 2026. "Linda Lighton's: Love & War, A Fifty-Year Survey, 1975-2025" will be on display. You can view the art of KCMO native Angeline Rivas now based in LA. Also see "Visionary: The Art of Michael Brantley" which will be exhibited on the second floor. Join us to learn about this local treasure.
Spring Quarter starts April 3rd, when we will resume in-person meetings.
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