Educational & Experiential
Join classes at Vivalon to learn something new or experience something extraordinary—from travel opportunities to language classes and workshops that support your personal growth.
Educational & Experiential
Join classes at Vivalon to learn something new or experience something extraordinary—from travel opportunities to language classes and workshops that support your personal growth.
Our Offerings
Livingstreaming Travel Tours
We’ve partnered with Wowzitude to bring virtual, interactive travel experiences to the culturally curious! Travel to cities around the world with no passport, no plane ticket, and no luggage. Join us at the Healthy Aging Campus to experience all the sights, sounds, and stories of each location, led by a helpful, local guide.
November Tours
Tuesday, November 5 – Edinburgh, Scotland
Tuesday, November 12 – To Be Announced
Tuesday, November 19 – Costa Rican Wonders: Exploring Nature and Culture in the Heart of Paradise
Tuesday, November 26 – Midtown Marvels & Thanksgiving Traditions: A Walk Through Parade History
- And more virtual experiences!
Tours are offered as a monthly package. Each package includes the following:
- Live tours hosted at Vivalon every Tuesday.
- Recording of Tuesday tours as well as as additional tours on Thursdays that can be viewed at home at your convenience.
- Trip Kits for every tour that feature information on each destination.
Monthly Package Cost: $10 for members, and $15 for non-members
Registration required. Call 415-456-9062 to register.
An offering of Vivalon’s Cowles Active Learning Program.
English as a Second Language
Weekly on Mondays, 9:00 – 10:15am
Intermediate ESL Class at Level 200.
Registration required.
Location: Remote only. Zoom information provided upon registration.
Contact Efrain Santamaria at 415-456-9062 x119 to register.
Financial Literacy Workshops
How to Thrive in Retirement: Lessons from Practice and Science
Wednesday | October 23 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
This interactive workshop will explore the non-financial challenges that adults often face when they retire. We’ll discuss The Three Pillars of Happiness – factors that research finds are strong predictors of retirement happiness – and how you can apply these in your life. The workshop will include real-life retirement case studies and a collaborative roundtable on retirement tips and practical wisdom.
Registration required. Call 415-456-9062 to register.
Location: In-Person at Vivalon Healthy Aging Campus: 999 Third Street, San Rafael
An offering of Vivalon’s Cowles Active Learning Program.
Preventing Financial Scams
Wednesday | October 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
In today’s digital age, financial scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Join this engaging and interactive workshop led by Community Action Marin where you’ll learn to identify different types of scams, including online, phone, and in-person fraud. We’ll discuss common tactics used by scammers, red flags to watch for, and steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have the tools and knowledge to confidently spot a scam and know exactly what to do if you encounter one.
Registration required. Call 415-456-9062 to register.
Location: In-Person at Vivalon Healthy Aging Campus: 999 Third Street, San Rafael
An offering of Vivalon’s Cowles Active Learning Program.
Estate Planning Workshops
Estate Planning Workshop
Wednesday | November 13 | 3:00-5:00 pm
Stay tuned for details!
Registration required. Call 415-456-9062 x4800 to register or email [email protected]
Location: Vivalon Healthy Aging Center – 999 Third St, San Rafael
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