We are an all-volunteer organization, offering continuing liberal arts education to adults in Pasadena and surrounding areas.  If you enjoy the excitement and stimulation of discussing ideas you will love PALAC!  We do!

“Joining PALAC shortly after I relocated to California from Upstate New York eased the transition of being in a new place with few contacts.  In each PALAC group, I met adults who shared the same passion for good conversation about books and short stories, movies and current events.  As a bonus–no matter what the size of the group, there’s always good food to share during the breaks!”……Norma, Upstate NY

“Always learning”……Sue, Palm Desert. CA

“I  love the liveliness of discussions and the variety of offerings.  There is always something new to explore and look forward to.”…… Barbara, New Hampshire

I moved to Pasadena from Pennsylvania after my husband passed away.  I was looking to begin the next part of my life exploring new cultural and intellectual adventures.  I was thrilled to discover PALAC. The literary groups are often on topics that I had never thought to explore.  The walking tours and outings have helped me learn about my new neighborhood…Southern California.  Most of all, PALAC members have lived very diverse and interesting lives and are willing to share their knowledge and perspectives.  It’s a great group! Barbara…..Pennsylvania

Some topics for discussion groups are fiction and nonfiction books (current and classic authors), science books, current geopolitical and hot button topics, articles from The Economist, short stories, movies, music, photography and more.  There are field trips, armchair travelogs, and social events.  We publish a quarterly brochure with about 25 new entries each time.

Small discussion groups are facilitated by trained PALAC members and hosted in volunteer homes. Most of the groups are four to six sessions, once per week, during the day with some in the evening.

Annual membership dues are $30 for individuals or $50 for couples.  Group fees are $5 to $10, not counting a book or entrance fee.

Here are links to …

The current Program Brochure

The on-line form to register for groups and then email to PALAC

The registration form to print out and fill in by hand and then mail to PALAC