Located in New Orleans, People Program is an educational non-profit founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph 50 years ago to provide seniors with creative ways to enjoy community, learning, and staying active.
People Program Offers 175+ Weekday Classes
In fall, spring, and summer sessions. All instructors are volunteers interested in sharing their knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere where community building is as essential as skill development. Typically, 425 participants enjoy themselves at People Program each semester.
People Program
Fall Festival
4 Days
Monday – Thursday
Oct 13-16 • 10am to 2pm
People Program Lakefront Campus
Holiday Items
Handmade Crafts
Bake Sale
Daily Luncher
Invite your Family and Friends.
All proceeds benefit the People Program
Class Schedule
Classes are offered in person at our Eastbank and Westbank campuses and virtually by Zoom. Cost: For a flat membership fee of $200 per semester ($150 Zoom only), participants can take as many classes as they’d like because there is no charge for each individual class (i.e., no “per class” charge).
Summer Fees
Summer session Fee is $80
Summer session fee for (zoom only) is $60
Summer Session Ends July 23 2025.
Fall Session begins on August 25 2025
Printable Schedules 2025
Sign-Up & Payment Instructions
In the calendar below click the RESET button:
For Summer Classes, filter by Date – June 2025
For Fall Classes, filter by Date – August 2025
Please note: If you choose June or July the Fall classes will be listed as well-make sure you are selecting the correct class double check the LOCATION/DAY/START DATE
Select the Location – Lakeshore, Westbank or Zoom – you wish to attend. If you want to take classes at more than one location, you will need to repeat this step or do not filter by location.
Be sure you are enrolling in your preferred class-double check the LOCATION/DAY/START DATE
You can filter by Category, Facilitator (Instructor) or Level (Day of the Week)
Click on a class to see more information or to enroll.
To go back to the class list click go back. To enroll Click the blue ENROLL button.
Enroll in as many classes as you like!
Once you have selected all your classes, please go to the “Pay For Classes” page.
Fees: Spring & Fall: $200.00 for in person / $150.00 for Zoom
Summer: $80.00 for in person / $60.00 for Zoom
We invite you to join us!
People Program’s mission aligns with Harvard’s 85-year Adult Development study, showing that personal connections are the most important factor in long-term health and happiness for seniors.
People Program Calendar
2025
Sept 24-Oct 8
Suggested Annual Appeal Dates
Monday, October 13
Teacher recommitments begin (e-mail blast)
Oct 13-16
Fall Fest (Eastbank)
Wednesday, October 15
Fall Fest (Westbank)
Thursday, October 30
Teacher recommitments due
Tuesday, November 18
Press releases sent, class schedules finalized
Friday, November 21
Classes posted on webpage
Friday, November 21
E-mail blast about registration reminder
November 24-28
Thanksgiving Break
Monday, December 1
Registration begins, Gala Meeting 11 a.m.
Thursday, December 11
Session ends
Friday, December 12
Dance performances at assisted living
Monday, December 15
Staff follow-up
2026
Monday, January 5
Semester start reminder via email
Monday, January 5
Teacher Meeting email reminder
Tuesday, January 6
Staff Meeting 10 a.m.
Wednesday, January 7
Auction asl letters mailed
Tuesday, January 13
Lakeshore Teacher Meeting 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, January 14
Westbank Teacher Meeting 11:00 a.m.
Monday, January 19
MLK Holiday
Tuesday, January 20
Classes Resume
February 16-20
Mardi Gras Holidays
Sunday, March 22
Gala at UNO noon -3 p.m.
TBD
Poetry Forum 2 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7
Teacher Commitment in folder
March 30 – April 3
Easter Holiday
TBD
Press releases sent
Monday, May 4
Registration begins 9 a.m.
Tuesday, May 5
Give NOLA Day
Thursday, May 14
Showcase on Westbank 10 a.m.
Friday, May 15
Showcase on Eastbank 1 p.m.
Friday, May 15
Session ends
Tuesday, May 19
Staff Meeting and Luncheon
Tuesday, June 16
Summer Session Begins
Wednesday, July 22
Summer Session Ends
Annual Giving
Each year, we invite all members of the People Program community to consider an annual giving gift to People Program. Funds raised through annual giving provide important unrestricted financial support to our operating budget, and allow People Program to better serve to its members, instructors, staff, and Board. A letter has recently been mailed to each of us, and we ask that all members of our community consider an annual giving gift to People Program that is meaningful to you and your family, regardless of gift amount. Your gift to People Program is tax-deductible, and foundations and other funders look at and consider how well our own members support us when making funding decisions. Please consider making your annual giving gift by check or credit card today!
Thankful For You!
As we enter this new year People Program is most thankful for each of YOU. Your loyalty and dedication to People Program makes our community vibrant and unique. We appreciate your support and thank you for all that you do in service to People Program.
Experience the People Programs Difference
With years of experience in senior health, a commitment to excellence, and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of our seniors, the People Program stands as a trusted partner in the journey of aging gracefully.
Of Happy People
People Program has something for everyone
Photography, Poetry, Storytelling, Foreign Language, Piano, Guitar, Knitting, Financial Fitness, Writing Memoirs, Meditation, Stress Management, Genealogy, Biblical Studies, New Orleans Civil War History, Armchair Exercises, Fitness and Strength Training, Drawing & Painting, Thai Chi, Aerobics, Computer Instruction, Yoga and Chair Yoga, Internet and Tables, Friendship & Socializing, Table Tennis, Tap Dancing, Line Dancing, Quilting, Singing and Performance
Archives Committee Announcement
Goal: People Program has been a significant experience for many of us. Let’s ensure that future participants can access pictures, documents, and stories that vividly illustrate who we are and the enjoyment we’ve shared.
As People Program celebrates its fiftieth anniversary in 2024, the newly formed Archives Committee invites your participation in recreating pivotal moments from our rich history. Your assistance will contribute to capturing and preserving the essence of our journey over the past five decades
If you have pictures and memorabilia that you would like to donate, please contact us. If you do not want to part with your pictures, we can digitize them. Also, if you have vivid memories of past experiences that you’d like to share orally, we would love to record them.
Email Ann Sayas and the other committee members at archives@peopleprogram.org