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.
May 6th • 2025
BOTH CAMPUSES
Our Sincere Appreciation and heartfelt thanks to all who Donated to the Gala
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
$80.00 for in-person classes
$60.00 Zoom-only classes
Summer Classes start on June 17, 2025, until July 23, 2025
Summer Classes – Lakeshore Campus only, Tuesdays and Wednesdays only.
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
May 5
Summer & Fall Registration Begins
May 6
Give NOLA
Day
May 15
Westbank Spring Showcase
May 16
East Bank Spring Showcase
May 16
Spring Session
Ends
June 17
Summer Session Begins
July 23
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