OLLI Kent & Sussex Counties at the University of Delaware

OLLI Kent & Sussex Counties at the University of Delaware Find out about all of the happenings at OLLI in Kent and Sussex Counties in Delaware.

In 1989, the University of Delaware established the Southern Delaware Academy of Lifelong Learning. In 2010 the Academy received endowment support from the Bernard Osher Foundation. In recognition of that support, we joined similar organizations in 49 other states and became the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Delaware in Lewes (OLLI-Lewes). We operate a self-governing, cooperative education community that promotes and provides intellectual, cultural and art-of-living learning experiences in a supportive social environment for mature active adults in Southern Delaware under the aegis of the University of Delaware’s Professional and Continuing Studies. Classes are conducted in the Trinity Faith Christian Center - Education Building (15516 New Road, Lewes), as well as other locations in Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, and Ocean View.

Discover all that OLLI has to offer! Join our community and keep your mind and body engaged! We’d love to meet you and s...
09/19/2026

Discover all that OLLI has to offer! Join our community and keep your mind and body engaged! We’d love to meet you and share more about the opportunities waiting for you. We’re at the Milford Riverwalk… Hope to see you there!

💙💛 We LOVE our OLLI members! Meet Larry - 95 years old and still showing up for OLLI classes! And take a look at his hat...
09/15/2026

💙💛 We LOVE our OLLI members!
Meet Larry - 95 years old and still showing up for OLLI classes!
And take a look at his hat! It says: “It took 95 years to look this good!”
Yes, Larry! You sure do look good! 😊 And we are so grateful to have you as a member of OLLI. Larry is a wonderful reminder that learning, friendship, and staying engaged have no age limit!
Keep showing us how it’s done, Larry!💙💛

We’re delighted to welcome our wonderful instructors and members back to class!There’s something special about coming to...
09/10/2026

We’re delighted to welcome our wonderful instructors and members back to class!

There’s something special about coming together to learn, explore new ideas, share perspectives, and continue our lifelong pursuit of knowledge. We’re looking forward to another semester filled with engaging conversations, fascinating topics, and the joy of learning in the company of friends and fellow lifelong learners.

Here’s to a wonderful semester ahead — welcome back!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended our Instructor Orientation yesterday, especially all of our amazing instr...
09/03/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended our Instructor Orientation yesterday, especially all of our amazing instructors who generously share their time and talents with our OLLI community. We appreciate you more than you know! Here’s to a fantastic fall semester! Don’t miss out! Come join us! 🙌🎃🍁

There’s still time to join us for fun classes & social opportunities this fall at UD’s lifelong learning program for age...
08/27/2026

There’s still time to join us for fun classes & social opportunities this fall at UD’s lifelong learning program for age 50+ in Dover, Lewes, Ocean View, Wilmington, Newark, or online! Class starts Sept. 8 and registration is open till Sept. 17.

UD lifelong learning classes start Sept. 8, still time to register until Sept. 17 OLLI offers learning, social and travel opportunities for age 50+ The University of Delaware’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) fall semester starts Sept. 8, with over 300 courses ranging from art, history, l...

08/26/2026

📚 Registration is OPEN for the University of Delaware’s OLLI Fall Semester! 🎉
Come join the fun, learning, and friendship! With 120+ in-person classes offered at three different locations, plus hundreds of online classes, there truly is something for everyone!

Whether you want to learn something new, explore a favorite interest, or simply connect with a wonderful community, OLLI has a place for you. 💙💛

Join us this fall and be part of this amazing community! Give us a call today and we’ll get you registered! 302.645.4111 🍂📖

A BIG thank you to the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Congresswoman Sarah McBride for joining us at OLLI for this morning...
08/19/2026

A BIG thank you to the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Congresswoman Sarah McBride for joining us at OLLI for this morning’s wonderful mixer. And a special thank you to our Lewes business neighbors who joined us as well. We truly appreciate your support of OLLI and the important role you play in our community!

Thanks for the OLLI shout-out from Delaware Today about staying socially involved, mentally sharp and physically active ...
08/16/2026

Thanks for the OLLI shout-out from Delaware Today about staying socially involved, mentally sharp and physically active in retirement! There's still time to join us at UD’s lifelong learning program this fall, in Dover, Lewes, Newark, Ocean View, Wilmington and online, https://www.olli.udel.edu/preview/

Most people nearing retirement understandably think first about whether their savings portfolio will provide adequate income as they age—but there are other important considerations for enjoying a long life of “after work” that merit equal attention.
https://delawaretoday.com/life-style/retiring-delaware-questions/

Thank you, Matt, and a huge shoutout to all of our members and instructors who joined us for hybrid training! 🙌 We’re gr...
08/13/2026

Thank you, Matt, and a huge shoutout to all of our members and instructors who joined us for hybrid training! 🙌 We’re grateful for your time, energy, and commitment—great things happen when we learn together.

08/05/2026

Don’t miss our very own Monica, Tom, and Connie on WBOC tonight at 4PM as they share what makes the OLLI community such a special place to learn, connect, and thrive!
Be sure to let us know if you catch the segment - we’d love to hear what you think! 💙💛👏

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15516 New Road
Lewes, DE
19958

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Monday 9am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm

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