Downtown Albion

Spanish 101
2026-04-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-09 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Forks Senior Center, 101 N Albion Street, Albion, MI, 49224, United States
Led by Paul Vasquez, a sign-up sheet is available in-person at Forks Senior Center.

Wiggle Worms Storytime
2026-05-05 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-05-12 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-05-26 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-06-02 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-06-09 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-06-16 10:00 - 10:45 | Albion District Library
Dance on down the library on Tuesday mornings at 10:00am for WIGGLE WORMS!
Wiggle Worms will include a fun, age-appropriate Storytime filled with song and dance (and wiggling)! Parents and caregivers are invited to participate, of course, but there’ll also be free coffee for grownups to enjoy while chatting with other adults.
Wiggle Worms is FREE and open to caregivers with children ages 0—2.

The Mathematics and Art of M.C. Escher - AALL Course
2026-05-05 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-12 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-26 14:00 - 16:00
Lead by David Reimann, Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science, Albion College
Tuesdays, 2:00 pm—4:00 pm. May 5, 12, 19, 26. Class size unlimited.
This course offers an exploration of the extraordinary art of M.C. Escher, one of the most influential and innovative artists of the twentieth century. Through four standalone weekly sessions, the emphasis will be on the intriguing connections between Escher’s art and mathematics.
Week 1: Explore the life, inspirations, and artistic practices of M.C. Escher. Focus will be on early work and the mathematical concepts found in his works.
Week 2: This session will delve into the paradoxes at the heart of M.C. Escher’s art, where reality and illusion merge to create worlds that defy logic and the laws of space.
Week 3: M.C. Escher was a master of tessellations — intricate, repeating patterns that seamlessly fill space without gaps or overlaps.
Week 4: This session will examine how Escher captured the concept of infinity through his unique artistry.
Recommended Book: The Magic Mirror of M.C. Escher, by Bruno Ernst.

Albion Area Lifelong Learners Membership & Registration Information
While members must be 55 or older, younger partners are also eligible to join. Annual dues are $30 per person, with the membership year running from July 1 through June 30 of the following year. Dues are prorated based on when a member joins:

$30 for the full year
$20 if joining after one academic session
$10 if joining after two academic sessions

Members may take one free course per term (fall, winter, and spring). Additional courses in the same term cost $10 per course. Some classes may have extra charges for materials or transportation.
Members who are unsure whether their dues have been paid for the current year should contact the AALL Registrar at registrar@albionaall.org

Fraud Fighting: Protecting Your Finances & Yourself from Scams - AALL Course
2026-05-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-20 10:00 - 12:00
Lead by Connie O’Brien, Associate Professor of Accounting, Albion College
Wednesdays, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. May 6, 13, 20, plus Monday May 18 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Class size unlimited.
This course equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills needed to identify, prevent, and respond to fraudulent activity in everyday life. Through clear examples, practical tips, and easy-to-follow guidance, you’ll learn how to recognize common scams, safeguard your personal and financial information, and take confident action when something doesn’t feel right.
Designed with seniors in mind, this course focuses on real-world situations—from phone and email scams to financial and in-person fraud—empowering you to stay informed, stay alert, and stay protected.
Albion Area Lifelong Learners Membership & Registration Information
While members must be 55 or older, younger partners are also eligible to join. Annual dues are $30 per person, with the membership year running from July 1 through June 30 of the following year. Dues are prorated based on when a member joins:

$30 for the full year
$20 if joining after one academic session
$10 if joining after two academic sessions

Members may take one free course per term (fall, winter, and spring). Additional courses in the same term cost $10 per course. Some classes may have extra charges for materials or transportation.
Members who are unsure whether their dues have been paid for the current year should contact the AALL Registrar at registrar@albionaall.org

Film Adaptations of Works of Agatha Christie - AALL Course
2026-05-07 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-21 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Bohm Theatre, 119 S Superior St, Albion, MI, 49224, United States
Dale Kennedy, An avid mystery reader! (and biologist—being a scientist is being a detective)
Thursdays, 2:00-4:00 pm. May 7, 14, 21, 28. Bohm Theatre. Class size unlimited. There is a $10 charge to help cover the cost of the theatre rental.
Agatha Christie (1890-1976) is the greatest mystery writer of all time. Her publications include 66 detective novels, 20 original plays, 153 short stories (compiled in 14 collections), and 13 plays adapted by her from several of her novels and short stories. She is the third best-selling author in the world, behind The Bible and the works of William Shakespeare, and is the most translated individual author (over 1 billon copies published in English and another billion in more than 100 languages). She authored the world’s best-selling mystery, And Then There Were None, published in 1939. Her play, The Mousetrap, opened in 1952 in London’s West End and continues to run today, the longest-running play ever. In London, it has had more than 30,000 performances and has been seen by more than 10 million people, who are sworn to secrecy not to reveal the play’s ending.
Christie’s first published book, The Mysterious Affair at Styles (1920), introduced Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. She went on to publish 34 novels and many short stories featuring Poirot. In 1930, she published The Murder at the Vicarage, her first novel featuring Miss Jane Marple and the village of St. Mary Mead; Christie wrote 12 novels and many short stories featuring Miss Marple.
We will watch four films based on Christie’s work:
And Then There Were None (1945) – the first film adaptation of the world’s best-selling mystery. Based on a stage play adapted by Christie from her 1939 book. Directed by René Clair, the actors include Walter Huston and Barry Fitzgerald.
Murder, She Said (1961) – based on the 1957 book, 4.50 From Paddington. First film based on a Miss Marple novel. Directed by George Pollock, features Margaret Rutherford as Miss Marple, with Arthur Kennedy and Stringer Davis.
Murder on the Orient Express (1974) – based on the 1934 book of the same title. Features Albert Finney as Hercule Poirot and a star-studded cast. Directed by Sidney Lumet, nominated for six Academy Awards (won one) and 10 BAFTA Awards (won three).
Witness for the Prosecution (1957) – based on a short story by Christie published in 1925 as Traitor’s Hands, turned into a play by Christie that premiered in 1953 with the same title as the film. Actors include Charles Laughton, Marlene Dietrich, Tyrone Powers, and Elsa Lanchester. Directed by Billy Wilder, nominated for six Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards (won one).
Albion Area Lifelong Learners Membership & Registration Information
While members must be 55 or older, younger partners are also eligible to join. Annual dues are $30 per person, with the membership year running from July 1 through June 30 of the following year. Dues are prorated based on when a member joins:

$30 for the full year
$20 if joining after one academic session
$10 if joining after two academic sessions

Members may take one free course per term (fall, winter, and spring). Additional courses in the same term cost $10 per course. Some classes may have extra charges for materials or transportation.
Members who are unsure whether their dues have been paid for the current year should contact the AALL Registrar at registrar@albionaall.org

STEM Saturday
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | INNOVATE Albion, 200 W Center Street, Albion, MI, 49224, United States
STEM Saturday is an open-house style family event to get hands-on and up close to all that we have to offer at INNOVATE Albion. Parents and kids can explore together how to code a robot, use their creative problem skills, learn about 3D printing and much more.
This event is FREE and open to all families.

This program was made possible in part by the 32n OST Grant awarded by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential (MiLEAP).

Estate Planning
2026-05-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Kellogg Community College’s Eastern Academic Center, 14055 26 Mile Rd, Albion, MI, 49224, United States
Learn estate planning essentials including Wills vs. Trusts, asset transfer options, Power of Attorney, and Patient Advocate Designations. Bring a guest at no extra cost.
Lead by Diane Peters. $25. Registration required. https://kellogg.edu/campus-community/lifelong/
Kellogg Community College – Lifelong Learning Course – Eastern Academic Center

Dealing with Invasive Species: Watch List Species and CISMAs - AALL Course
2026-05-20 14:00 - 16:00
Lead by Sara Rahn and April Savickas, Invasive species coordinator, and Program specialist, Barry Calhoun Kalamazoo Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (BCK CISMA)/Barry Conservation District
Wednesday 2:00-4:00 pm. Single AALL session, May 20 (linked to the second, hands-on public event on May 27). Class size unlimited.
Invasive species are everywhere, impacting recreation, agriculture, the economy, and local habitats. April and Sara, two local land managers that focus on invasive species in three counties through the Barry Calhoun Kalamazoo Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (BCK CISMA) are here to guide you through: ways to manage invasive species, strategies when managing your property, what newer invasive species to look out for, and an example of the key purpose of CISMAs to respond to new invasive detections right in Albion. Mile-a-minute weed, a highly invasive vine, was detected in Albion in 2020, its first detection in Michigan. Learn how local partners and the BCK CISMA strike team responded to this new plant and the status after 5 years of management. BCK CISMA’s mission is to combat the threat of invasive species in Barry, Kalamazoo, and Calhoun counties. We are a resource to help you with your invasive species management goals. We assist landowners with invasive species management. Our priority invasives are mile-a-minute weed, knotweed species, phragmites, black swallow-wort, cinnamon vine, giant hogweed, and more. Information about the partnership and species listed is available on our website at BarryCD.org/BCK.
Participants in this class are encouraged to also participate in the Mile-A-Minute Weed Learn and Pull, Wednesday May 27, 6:00-8:00 pm at the Whitehouse Nature Center. You can register for this free public event at bit.ly/LearnandPull2026.
Albion Area Lifelong Learners Membership & Registration Information
While members must be 55 or older, younger partners are also eligible to join. Annual dues are $30 per person, with the membership year running from July 1 through June 30 of the following year. Dues are prorated based on when a member joins:

$30 for the full year
$20 if joining after one academic session
$10 if joining after two academic sessions

Members may take one free course per term (fall, winter, and spring). Additional courses in the same term cost $10 per course. Some classes may have extra charges for materials or transportation.
Members who are unsure whether their dues have been paid for the current year should contact the AALL Registrar at registrar@albionaall.org

Classics Reading Group
2026-05-28 18:00 | Stirling Books & Brew
The Stirling Classics Reading Group meets on the Fourth Thursday of the month at 6pm at Stirling Books & Brew.
The reading list is posted to the right of the fiction section in the store.
Please feel free to join us, even if you haven’t had a chance to read the book – so that you can get to know the group and get in the queue for next month! Please indicate your interest on the Facebook event as “going”!
