Contemporary Literature Group
This group enjoys reading and discussing the best contemporary literature, both fiction and nonfiction. We meet via Zoom on the second Monday of each month from 3:00 to 4:15 p.m. For more details and to be added to our mailing list, please contact Barbara Amago.
Courageous Conversations
This group meets weekly to discuss important social justice issues of racial equity and inclusion. Our past discussion topics informed by current events have included “Gerrymandering,” “Reproductive Rights,” “Gentrification” and “Gun Violence.” Our website is frequently updated and includes recommended articles to enrich each discussion and a new “Take Action” page with a variety of resources to encourage individual engagement. We also offer a Dialogue without an agenda every Thursday from 3 to 4:00 p.m. when the SIG is not meeting.
We meet via Zoom on the second Thursday of each month from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. Email us at olliatduke.courageous@gmail.com to get on our list for meeting announcements.
Craft Group
Love crafting or want to learn a new skill? The OLLI Craft Group is a welcoming community where members of all skill levels come together to work on their individual projects while enjoying conversation.
We meet on Zoom the first and third Monday of each month at 3:00 p.m.
For more information, contact Judy Grauer.
Intergenerational Connections
The Intergenerational Connections SIG fosters a welcoming, mutually supportive community between traditional-age Duke students and OLLI members. We host dinners that pair equal numbers of undergraduates and OLLI members for open conversations. We hold two dinners each semester in private dining rooms on campus or at nearby restaurants. If you’d like to be part of this, please contact Ben Edwards.
Lunch Bunch Group
Looking to connect with fellow OLLI members over a good meal? Come join us for a bi-weekly lunch at a local restaurant in the greater Durham Area!
We gather every other Friday at noon. Sign up to be on the Lunch SIG email list here. Contact Annette Baker for more information.
Mystery Book Group
This lively group of mystery fans welcomes returning and new members. We meet on the second Tuesday of the month, 1:30–2:45 p.m. all year long. Contact Rosemary Ford or Richard Ford.
Public Policy Group
This group is intended for those interested in important international, national, and local public policy issues. Meetings take place on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 10:00–11:30 a.m. Coordinator: Larry Reed.
Science Book Club
We read and discuss nonfiction science books on a variety of topics. This group meets on the first Thursday of the month from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. via Zoom. Contact Daniel Oldman for more information.
Short Story Discussion Group
Now in its 5th year, our SIG has read and discussed over 80 short stories. Join us on Zoom on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 10:30–11:30 a.m. Contact Howard Goldberg.
OLLI Singles
This group is for single OLLI members who enjoy engaging with others on Zoom and in person.
Activities include:
- Potluck gatherings at members’ homes
- Kayaking or bowling
- Walks in parks, farms, Duke Gardens
- Symphony concerts, Playmakers, DPAC Theater
- Board games, trivia contests
- Zoom presentations and discussions
Join OLLI Singles to be added to our mailing list. Contact olliatdukesingles@gmail.com for information.