The idea that learning doesn't stop with the end of formal education is not new. Growing up near The Chautauqua Institution in Western New York State, I occasionally participated in its life-long learning community. In fact, Chautauqua's wonderful nine-week season begins in two-and-a-half weeks on June 23rd. It looks like another year that I won't be able to attend, even for a three day "sabbatical" ... but there's always next year.

In any event, since the advent of the internet I have been dreaming of the online equivalent of Chautauqua ... not just for nine weeks, but year around. Finally, I feel that dream may be moving along. The Lulu Press, founded by Red Hat's Bob Young, is about to explore the power of the internet in the educational realm.

I believe Chautauqua is nearing its 130th year. LuLu Press was announced yesterday, June 4th. They are connected only in my mind.