The Adult Learners Institute of Chelsea (ALI-Michigan) supports lifelong learning by offering a diverse array of enrichment classes and workshops for adults in south-central Michigan. The Fall 2026 term was kicked off in early August. Fall 2026 classes are scheduled from mid-September through mid-November, and class catalogs have been mailed out and also distributed at various sites in the area.
Look for ALI’s table at the Chelsea Senior Center’s Community Open House on Wednesday, September 9, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. ALI’s representatives will provide catalogs and more detailed information, answer questions, and help you register for classes.
Football 101
September’s classes begin with America’s favorite sport—Football! If you’re a beginner and feel left out by all the game talk, come to Football 101, taught by retired coach Paul Schudel. He will start slowly with the very basics and welcomes questions.
This two-session class meets on Wednesdays, Sept. 21 and 28 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Chelsea Senior Center. The class is both in-person and on Zoom.
From Mine to Masterpiece: A Gemstone Journey through Africa
Next up is Stephen Kolokithas, gemologist and jewelry creator, owner of Set in Stone in Chelsea. Join Stephen for an unforgettable journey in From Mine to Masterpiece: A Gemstone Journey through Africa. Stephen traveled to Kenya and Tanzania last summer, where he explored gemstone sources, ranging from 1,000 feet below the earth’s surface to alluvial deposits. Participants will have the opportunity to handle real gemstones and ask questions throughout the class.
This class has two sessions: Tuesdays, Sept. 22 and 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Chelsea State Bank (downtown office). It is both in-person and on Zoom.
Oaxaca: A State of Mexico (Travelogue)
Join Steve Daut, geologist, computer expert, and storyteller, for travel of a different sort in Oaxaca: A State of Mexico (Travelogue) on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Chelsea Senior Center. Steve has spent two months in this large Mexican state over the last two years. He has visited its rugged mountains and beautiful beaches, and will describe the exports, cultural attractions, and artwork of this magical place. This class is both in-person and on Zoom.
At ALI’s website, alimichigan.org, you will find more detailed information about each class and can register online or download mail-in registration forms. For more information, email [email protected] or write to ALI Michigan, P.O. Box 134, Chelsea, MI 48118.
