Now at Bard LLI
In MAY, 2026: Pickleball Wednesdays: Save the Date!
Spring has arrived, and that means it’s time to get back on the court! I’d like to personally invite you to join our LLI Pickleball group at the beautiful Red Hook outdoor courts. Whether you are a seasoned player or have always wanted to try the game, now is the perfect time to join us. We are starting our fourth year of play, bringing together a fun, social group of LLI folks with a common interest.
Now on Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m on May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24.
Open play, all levels at Red Hook Rec Park. Contact [email protected] for more information.
JUNE, 2024: Updated COVID Vaccination Policy:
LLI’s policy regarding COVID-19 is aligned with Bard’s which can be viewed here.
Out of consideration for others, we ask that no one attend class or any other LLI event if you are feeling unwell, including dealing with a persistent cough or the sniffles.
Looking Ahead:
LLI is always looking for volunteers to serve as Session Managers for our Thursday virtual classes and Class Managers for our Friday in-person classes. We provide training and guarantee you will love the friends you gain and the skills you learn. Information on all current volunteer opportunities at LLI is here.
Need tech help as an LLI member? Email [email protected] for help (including getting LLI.bard.edu email addresses). DO NOT contact the Bard help desk, which is only for Bard students and faculty.
News + Notes
Locavores, Rejoice!
by Deborah Lanser
Introduction
On the northern edge of Bard’s campus lies a 1.24-acre farm that harvests more than 20,000 pounds of organic produce for the Bard community every year. Some of that produce is sold at its farm stand for reasonable prices.
Notes From Curriculum
by Mary McClellan
Introduction
As we begin Bard LLI SummerFest and our new member application and current member renewal period (June 1 to June 21), the Curriculum Committee continues to present additional offerings and prepare for our fall semester.
Blithewood Garden
by Gretchen Lytle
Introduction
Blithewood Garden is a handsome, classical Italianate formal garden that overlooks the Hudson River with the Catskill Mountains as a backdrop. At the beginning of the twentieth century, Francis L. V. Hoppin designed both the current mansion and its formal garden set on the hillside,
Art in Conversation: LLI Wraps Up Interactive Tour Series
by L. Walker
Engaging with the Exhibition
On May 14, LLI hosted its fourth and final interactive art tour at the Hessel Museum. Designed to help members feel comfortable “talking about art,” the event brought together 34 attendees.
LLI Scholarship Winners: Creative, Resourceful, and Enthusiastic
by Deborah Lanser
Student Photos by Charles Hobson
Introduction
Nine impressive students described their senior projects and future plans to an engrossed audience of LLI members, Bard faculty, and students at the annual Dean Stuart Stritzler-Levine Seniors-to-Seniors tea on April 17.
Spring Zooming From Afar
by Barb Renfro
Introduction
Barb Renfro, reporting to you remotely from an undisclosed location (in the Pacific NW). I must admit I was disappointed that I would not be able to be there to take in-person classes, but I forged ahead with the wonderful alternative offered.
SummerFest and the Learning Is Easy
by Deborah Lanser
Introduction
The four-week SummerFest session will begin on June 5, with a wonderful variety of interesting options. Most classes will be held on Fridays, while a few off-campus classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
April Blooms at Bard
by Gretchen Lytle
Introduction
For a few years it seemed that Hudson Valley winters had become shorter and milder…until this winter season, to which we are bidding farewell, finally, we hope. The cold came early and lasted a long time.
Meet the Candidates
by Collin Lovas
Introduction
March marks the Council election period for Bard LLI members. Voting will start on March 8 and will end on March 15, at the end of day. The term of office for each position will commence on July 1,
Upcoming Events
Our current 2026 calendar is now available here. You can also find it from the top navigation bar under News + Events and then select Annual Calendar on the left side of the wide, dropdown menu.
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In case of emergency on campus
Should there be a serious emergency – medical, fire, etc. – call TWO numbers in the order below.
First call: 9-1-1
For Dutchess County Emergency Services. It is available 24/7.
Second call: (845) 758-7777 or from emergency call boxes: 7777
For Bard College Emergency Medical Services (a trained campus emergency response team).
Bard EMS is always to be called second. While the service provides the fastest response, it follows the college academic schedule and is therefore not always available.
Welcome to Bard LLI
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