Celebrate the Seasons
Holidays Around the World! by Emily Ricketson on Tuesday evenings, 10/21/25- 12/02/25 (skip 11/25)
Service Description
Join us on a fun and festive journey as we explore how people from different cultures and backgrounds celebrate holidays around the world! We’ll dive into the colorful lights of Diwali, the spooky fun of Halloween, the heartfelt traditions of Día de los Muertos, the joyful meaning of Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, the history of Thanksgiving, and the excitement of Christmas and New Year’s. Along the way, we’ll discover the stories, symbols, and traditions that make each celebration unique. If you love learning about people, places, and how we all come together to celebrate, this class is for you!
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Our classes operate on a first-come, first-serve basis, with limited seating for up to 13 participants to ensure a quality learning experience. By registering, you reserve a valuable seat that may prevent others from joining. We understand that plans can change. However, cancellations made within one week of the class start date are not eligible for refunds. If you are unable to attend, we are happy to offer a course voucher, allowing you to apply your registration toward a future class of your choice. Parent/Guardian Attendance Policy Our program is designed to empower adults with IDDs to participate in classes at UT Austin alongside their peers, including both other adult students and college students. We encourage our participants to build self-confidence, practice age-appropriate social skills, and experience the independence of a college environment, just as any neurotypical college student would. To support this mission, parents and guardians are not permitted to attend classes with their student. However, if there are special circumstances—such as a need for assistance with personal care or concerns about behavior—exceptions to this policy may be considered. These exceptions require review and approval by our Executive Director, Kaelin Rubenzer, on a case-by-case basis. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Contact Details
7132487393
lifelonglearningwithfriends@gmail.com
2500 Speedway, Austin, TX, USA