Pillar Institute for Lifelong Learning

The 23rd Annual PILLAR Palisade Peach Fundraiser is still going on!

There's still time to order real Palisade, Colorado peaches and support lifelong learning in the Pikes Peak Region.

Choose from a variety of options:
🍑 9 lb box (18-20 peaches) - $40
🍑 4.5 lb box (8-10 peaches) - $20
🍑 Jams (9 oz) - $15 | Blackberry, Blueberry, Chokecherry, Huckleberry, Peach, Plum, Rhubarb, Strawberry Rhubarb
🍑 Medium Peach Salsa (16 oz) - $15

The order deadline is Wednesday, July 15. Stop by our office for an order form or visit pillarinstitute.org/peaches to order online!

Pillar Institute For Lifelong Learning | Pikes Peak region, Colorado PILLAR Institute is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that creates lifelong learning classes and social and volunteer opportuntities for adults. It is similar to an OLLI or Osher Foundation lifelong learning institute.

Today is the day!

Join us as we celebrate PILLAR’s 30th Anniversary and 30 years of lifelong learning in the Pikes Peak region.

Stop by from 10am-2pm in our dedicated space at Chapel Hills Mall to meet instructors and staff, learn about upcoming classes, enjoy refreshments, and celebrate with the PILLAR community.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

PILLAR Institute is turning 30, and we're marking the milestone with an Open House at our dedicated space inside Chapel Hills Mall. Come see where curiosity lives, meet our instructors and staff, explore Summer 2026 classes, and enjoy refreshments with the community that makes it all possible.

Whether you've been with us for years or have always been curious about PILLAR, this one's for you.

Mark your calendar:
PILLAR's 30th Anniversary Party and Open House
Saturday, May 30 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Chapel Hills Mall, Suite 847 | Colorado Springs

Free and open to everyone. RSVP here: https://pillarinstitute.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/pillarinstitute/event.jsp?event=7728

From poetry and Shakespeare to current events and strategy, this week’s classes offer something for everyone. We love seeing both familiar and new faces in class, and we hope you will join us for another week of learning and conversation at PILLAR.

Please remember to pre-register for classes when required, as there are no walk-ins for registered programs. https://www.pillarinstitute.org/learn

Mah Jongg Open Play
Wednesday | 10:00am–1:00pm
Enjoy a fun and social afternoon of Mah Jongg in our dedicated game space.

#2001 Chaos in the Green Zone: The Iran War and Lessons from Iraq War Strategy
Tuesday, May 19 | 10:00am–12:00pm
Hear a firsthand perspective on leadership and decision making during the Iraq War.

#2010 Poetry Made Simple: Read It, Write It, Love It
Wednesday, May 20 | 10:00am–12:00pm
Read and discuss modern poetry while trying your hand at writing your own poems.

#2011 How Shakespeare Became Shakespeare
Wednesday, May 20 | 12:30pm–2:30pm
Explore Shakespeare’s life and journey to becoming one of history’s greatest playwrights.

#2012 When Politics Meets Homeland Security: Inside America’s Shifting Strategy
Thursday, May 21 | 10:00am–12:00pm
Examine current issues surrounding homeland security, politics, and the role of the military in the United States.

We look forward to another great week together at PILLAR!