Curious minds don't retire — they just finally get time to read the footnotes.
Each semester, The Center offers a rich lineup of courses in history, literature, the arts, current events, science, music, and more — led by knowledgeable instructors who love what they teach. Whether you’re a longtime learner or exploring something new, there’s a course waiting for you.
Online registration opens on September 8. Walk-in registration will take place at The Center on September 8 & 9 from 10:00AM to 12:00PM.
The fall 2026 semester courses begin on September 21.
View this semester’s offerings below and register via Schedules Plus↗ when online registration opens. Click on the courses below to view the details. Each individual course page has a direct link to register.
Register at Schedules Plus — visit thecenterduxbury.org, click Register Now, or go directly to the calendar.
Payment must be received upon registration.
Fall 2026
This semester we offer 15 classes including one virtual class. The calendar below includes only the first session of each class with a link to register. The classes are numbered based on the order on the flyer that was distributed. Click on a course below for details and a direct link to sign up via Schedules Plus.
Virtual class: #7 The New 60s Through the Great Speeches of the 60s. Starts Sept. 23.
A seven-session exploration of the history and culture of Russia with Susan Cook Thanas.
Join Carl Meier for the fifteenth installment of Film Noir and another season of film, ideas, and lively discussion.
Explore and discuss Pulitzer Prize-winning works of the 21st century with Corinne Woodworth.
Spend Tuesday mornings exploring poetry and the written word with Peter Trenouth at The Center.
Join the Tuesday session of Carl Meier’s Film Noir XV for eight afternoons of film and discussion.
Join Patrick Browne for 1863: A New Birth of Freedom Tuesday evenings at The Center.
Experience the 1960s through its great speeches in this virtual course with Arthur “Buck” Benedict.
Explore cultural clashes through The New Yorker in this eight-session course with Gene Blanchard.
Explore the Maya, Aztecs, and Incas with Stephen Kaufmann in this four-session Lifelong Learning course.
A six-session Lifelong Learning course exploring human potential with Louis “Skip” Schippers.
Discover the wonders of DNA and genetic technology with Gail Begley in this four-session course.
Explore The Beatles and beyond with Larry King in this six-session look at the British Invasion.
Join Senator O’Connor and Representative Sweezey for a six-session discussion of Hot Topics on Beacon Hill.
Join Beth Cameron-Kilbridge for an eight-session exploration in Did Thurber Write That?
A Lifelong Learning exploration of religion and the Constitution with John S. Ross III.
In-person and virtual options — choose what works best for you.
On the day and time of the scheduled program, go to the Virtual Center on Schedules Plus and click the Join link. All live programs are held via Zoom. If you do not have access to a computer or smart device, you can listen using the audio options provided.
We’re happy to help you find the right course or walk you through registration. Stop by the front desk or give us a call.