Welcome to LifeLong Learning

LifeLong Learning at PebbleCreek, a volunteer organization, provides opportunities to expand the knowledge and horizons of the community’s residents. Our goal is to provide programs to entice you to explore new subjects and discover new places in the Metro Phoenix area. Our devoted volunteers offer quality programs to keep your mind active and engaged.

Browse the website. Click on the white menu headings above to review event category summaries. To review individual event pages, click on the down arrow for the drop down menu, and select the event you are interested in.

Be prepared to register for LLL events:

LLL events require advance online registration and payment, except for the Weekday Speaker Series. Registrations open on specified dates; the registration open time is 8:00 a.m.

To create a LLL new user account, use the Create Account link on the right side of this page and follow the directions. If you have questions or need help, send an email to: info@lifelonglearningatpc.org

Check the LLL website during the 2025 season for new event additions.

Premier Speaker Series:

The goal of the Premier Speaker Series is to provide you with an evening to enjoy yourself while learning something new. The programs begin at 7 p.m. at the Tuscany Falls Renaissance Theater. Admission to all Premier Speaker Series events is $15 per person and advance registration online is required.

Up to four admissions can be purchased in one transaction per LLL user account. An LLL account is required to purchase tickets and you can create an account on the right side of any web page. If tickets are available on the evening of the event, they can be purchased for cash in the theater lobby.

Jan. 10: The Soundtrack of the Viet Nam War
An evocative presentation by Doug Bradley, author and Vietnam veteran, as he delves into the powerful role of music during the Vietnam War.
Event is sold out - Tickets may become available on the night of the event, cash purchase in the theater lobby.

Registration is open:
Jan. 24: Jumping Over the Ram
On Friday, Jan. 24, at 7 p.m., prepare to be deeply moved by the story of Deng Mayik Atem, co-author of Jumping Over the Ram, a memoir of a childhood forever altered by the brutal South Sudan War. Separated from his parents and tribe, and forced into the life of a child soldier, Atem endured unimaginable hardship in the Kakuma refugee camp. He will share how 30years of his life and his entire childhood were stolen from him.

Classes:

Classes are at the LifeLong Learning Center, Room 107, except for most cooking classes. Registration is required.

One registrations can be purchased per LLL user account. If event is full, waitlist is open.

Events sold out - waitlist registration is open
Jan. 8: Magic and Mentalism

Jan. 14: Real Estate Matters: What You Need to Know

Jan. 16: Pasta from Scratch

Registration open:
Jan. 22: Making Kimbap Korean Sushi

Jan. 28: Arizona Weather - Why Is It So Hot?

Trips:

The fall schedule is just the beginning of an exciting LLL trip season.

Trips include a comfortable ride on a climate-controlled motor coach, admission fees, lunch (unless noted otherwise), all gratuities, as well as two knowledgeable, fun LLL escorts.

Up to two registrations can be purchased in one transaction per LLL user account.

Final details are being prepared - stay tuned for website updates:

February - LLL Lottery for 28 registrations for April 25 tour of Luke Air Force Base

February 12 - The Arizona Simulation Technology and Education Center (ASTEC) on the Tucson campus of University of Arizona’s (UofA’s) Health Sciences, and the Laboratory of Tree Ring Research at the UofA College of Science

February 18- Musican Instrument Museum

February 20 - Maricopa County Citizen's Academy including lunch

March 6: Barleen's #1 Hits Variety Show Matinee

March 13: RaeDawn Arabian Horse Farm, popular trip

April 17 - Ballet performance

Weekday Speaker Series:

Weekday Speaker Series are at the Tuscany Falls Renaissance Theater. Presentations begin at 10 a.m. Event fee is $5 at the door. No registration required. Open seating. Tickets will be available in the lobby of the Renaissance Theater beginning at 9:30 a.m.

Jan. 20: The History of Luke Air Force Base

Great Decisions 2025

Registration is open

If you have not experienced Great Decisions classes before, this is an excellent opportunity to meet new friends and discuss world affairs. Click on the Great Decisions 2025 link for more information about the 2025 world affairs discussion topics. We have no experts, only eager learners. Please join us!  Up to two registrations can be purchased in one transaction per LLL user account. 

PC Reads:

Book discussions are the 1st Thursday of each month, 4 p.m., at the LifeLong Learning Center, Room 107. This book discussion group gives you an opportunity to discuss a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction books with others who also like to read.

Registration is open:
Feb. 6: Project Hail Mary by Richard Osman

PC Reads Nonfiction:

Book discussions are the 3rd Thursday of each month, 4 p.m., at the LifeLong Learning Center, Room 107. This nonfiction discussion group is for readers of history, military history, sports and other topics that the group decides to pursue.

PC Reads Nonfiction begins the new year with two fascinating books: 

All PC Reads and PC Reads Nonfiction book discussions are free events. Registration is required. Registration is limited to one person for each LLL user account.

For technical assistance or questions about LifeLong Learning send an email anytime to info@lifelonglearningatpc.org  A LLL volunteer will be happy to assist you.

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