Fall Term 2026

Week of November 9

Zoom links for online-only and hybrid classes are in the weekly newsletter. They can also be obtained by contacting the ALL Program Coordinator.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026  –  Hybrid
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

What Happens When Coffin Butte Landfill Closes?
Presented by Bailey Payne, Benton County Solid Waste Coordinator

Bailey Payne, Benton County Solid Waste Coordinator, will discuss the plans currently being developed by the Joint Task Force On Municipal Solid Waste in the Willamette Valley (established by HB 3794). The presentation will cover the options and regional regulatory structures under consideration, with a specific focus on the transfer and recycling station infrastructure required by Benton County.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026  –  Hybrid
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Stories by ALL Veterans, Families and Friends
Presented by Bruce Black, ALL Member

ALL members and guests tell their stories on Veterans Day. Some are exciting; some are poignant; some are thought-provoking. Some will be firsthand accounts; some will be tales by friends and loved ones about military members they remember. From war stories to tales of basic life in the armed forces.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026  – In Person ONLY, This presentation will not be recorded.
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Homo Sapiens: A Natural History [Part III] 
Presented by Dr. Jeff Hart, Naturalist and Writer

IHave you ever wondered how humans came to be, where we as a species came from? Are we part of nature, or something special, apart from other life forms? Are we rational beings? What is the nature of our morality? Are we a social species that cares for one another, or self-centered primates seeking what is best for the individual? If so, then this four-part series is for you. Attendance at Parts I and II is not a requirement for attending Part III.

DISCLAIMER: Some classes may present controversial issues which are subject to various points of view. ALL does not endorse the opinions or positions of our presenters. ALL believes the free flow of ideas contributes to the process of continued learning.