FALL 2023
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Dear Lifelong Learners,
As the hot summer months begin to wane and we look forward to cooler weather, Lifelong Learning of Hilton Head Island is excited to present our exciting fall line-up of classes. For nature lovers, history buffs, lovers of ballet and dance... we’ve got something for you. There’s a Supreme Court class, one focused on the Electoral College, and one exploring the recent banking crisis. That’s just a sampling of your fall term. I hope you will take some time to choose the ones that most fit your interests.
Because we have had such great success with enrollments during the last two semesters, we have decided to lower the cost of the semester once again to only $50. As always, this amount allows you to take as many classes as you wish!
Last year, LLHHI and Art League Academy of Hilton Head worked in collaboration to present a wonderful exhibit which included some of our members’ artwork. One success naturally leads to another and there will be an encore art exhibition this fall. This will be free and open to the public from Monday, October 16 through to Wednesday, October 25. A wine and cheese reception for the artists will be held at Art League Academy on Cordillo Parkway, Wednesday, October 18 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. You are cordially invited.
The entire LLHHI Board and Curriculum Committee are looking forward to a new academic year of entertaining and educational classes. We hope you are too.
My very best to you,
Kristen Sakati, President, Lifelong learning of Hilton Head Island
Lifelong Learning of Hilton Head Island and Art League of Hilton Head are excited to announce a collaborative exhibit this coming October!
T Originalism: The Supreme Court and the Constitution
In recent years, as the Supreme Court has become more conservative, the doctrine of originalism (hewing to the original meaning of the Framers) has taken on new importance in its decision making. This class will examine the history of originalism; the politicization of the originalist methodology; and its in uence on major issues of our times. Attendees, as “Justices of the Supreme Court of Hilton Head,” will be free to weigh in with their opinions.
October 9: The History — Originalism is a theory of constitutional interpretation, which has been applied by the current Supreme Court in several critical decisions. We will explore the roots of this methodology and the contributions to the theory’s development by two prominent pioneers of originalism, Judge Bork and Justice Scalia. We will then examine the “politicization” of the methodology.
October 16: School Desegregation — We will discuss the di culty that originalists have in justifying the result in Brown v. Board of Education and the understanding of the drafters of the equal protection clause. We will then discuss what most people do not appreciate about the State of South Carolina’s contribution to the Brown decision in the case of Briggs v. Elliot and attempt to clarify precisely what Chief Justice Warren’s opinion said.
October 23: Gun Rights — We will explore the majority originalist opinion delivered by Justice Scalia in the Heller case deciding the Second Amendment provides an individual the right to possess a gun in his home and the minority originalist opinion o ered by Justice Stevens coming to the opposite conclusion.
October 30: Abortion — We will analyze the originalist foundation for Justice Alito’s opinion in Dobbs overturning Roe v. Wade; speci cally, his history of selected states abortion statutes and the meaning of the 14th Amendment. We will also explore if there is an originalist foundation for Judge Thomas’ concurring opinion that the Court should also reverse its decision which provided for same sex marriages.
Charlie Sanders is one of our most popular presenters. He probably enjoys giving the course slightly more than the many "Justices" attending.
Four Sessions: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Mondays TidePointe (Second right o Point Comfort Road.)
Mondays
T Learn the Basics of CPR
This class will give you the con dence to jump in during an emergency and perform CPR if necessary. You never know when you may be needed!
One Session: 10 AM to 11:30 AM, Monday, October 30
Hilton Head Island Fire and Rescue, 40 Summit Drive alongside the Airport. (Approach via Dillon Road and Gateway Circle.) Class Limit: 12
T Honor Flights Savannah
The Honor Flight Network was created in 2005 with a simple, yet powerful, mission – honoring our nation’s veterans by bringing them to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials built to commemorate their service and sacri ce. While initially focused on America’s World War II veterans, Honor Flight Network has expanded its mission to include those who served during the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and veterans of any service era who are critically ill. Transporting approximately 22,000 veterans annually, Honor Flight Network has own nearly 275,000 veterans to Washington, D.C. since its inception. Join Jim Weiskopf and Owen Hand to learn more about the work of this worthy organization.
Jim Weiskopf and Owen Hand are both on the Board of Directors of Honor Flight Savannah. Jim is a retired U.S. Colonel. Owen is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve.
One Session: 10 AM to 11 AM, Monday, November 6
The Seabrook (O Pope Avenue.)
T Reptiles of the Lowcountry
The Lowcountry of South Carolina is lled with reptiles due to its temperate environment and meandering swamps and rivers. Come and explore the diversity of our native reptiles and learn why these animals are so vital to the health of our ecosystems.
Christopher Kehrer is a naturalist with a B.S. in Biology with a concentration in coastal ecology.
One Session: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Monday, November 6 TidePointe (Second right o Point Comfort Road.)
T Great Charities of Hilton Head Island
Who are these people who turned a sleepy island into the Volunteer Capital of the World? What were they thinking?
David Lauderdale has seen the community up close for the past forty years as an editor and columnist for the The Island Packet . In retirement, he still writes one column per week and is a frequent public speaker.
One Session: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Monday, November 13 The Seabrook (O Pope Avenue.)
T Paradise: Memories of Hilton Head in the Early Days
Ora and Nellie Smith and their three children moved to Hilton Head Island in 1963. At that time there were only twelve fulltime residents. The roads were unpaved and Sea Pines, as we know it today, was only a dream. Their stories are de nitely interesting, some are hilarious, and occasionally heartbreaking, but each are authentic and lled with a deep and abiding love for this island we call home.
Ora and Nellie Smith are the authors of the book Paradise: Memories of Hilton Head in the Early Days . They were instrumental in the development of the island we know today.
One Session: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Tuesday, October 10
The Seabrook (O Pope Avenue.)
T Mastering Medicare: Enroll with Confidence
Confused by Medicare and recent changes to the program? Come get a refresher course and learn how to structure your bene ts for a secure future. Topics include Part D drug plans, Medicare Advantage Plans, and saving money on Medicare Supplement Insurance.
Joseph Arroyo is an independent, licensed health insurance agent with many clients throughout the region. He is the author of Mastering Medicare: Enroll with Con dence.
One Session: 10 AM to 12 Noon, Tuesday, October 17
TidePointe (Second right o Point Comfort Road.)
T Why Banks Fail
If you have a bank account, which most of us do, hearing about bank failures recently has not been fun and, to many, quite unsettling. Keeping your money in a bank is supposed to be boring and safe and should not require you to run to the medicine cabinet for an aspirin every time you turn on the business news.
This presentation, will discuss why banks fail, the leading causes of today’s bank failures, and some of the causes of bank failures of the past.
The presentation will introduce some concepts of sound banking practices, that, once violated, can cause even the largest banks to fail. These concepts will be nontechnical and easy to understand. A dose of the history of bank failures in the U.S. will be thrown in for good measure.
Dean Sakati has an MBA from Boston College and a BS in accounting from the State University of New York. He has twenty- ve years of global marketing experience. Most recently he served as Head of Strategy and Business Development for BNY Mellon Markets Division.
One Session; 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Tuesday, October 17 The Seabrook (O Pope Avenue.)
T The Electoral College
As we approach the 2024 Presidential election the electoral college is once again in the news. Join Judge Bill Bodoh as he reviews the origins of this unique system, its advantages and short comings, and why it’s likely to endure.
Bill Bodoh is a retired federal court judge and former faculty member at Ohio State University College of Law.
One Session: 10 AM to 12 Noon, Tuesday, October 24 TidePointe (Second right o Point Comfort Road.)
Tuesdays
T Watercolor: The Art of the Quick Sketch
If you have ever wanted to draw and paint a subject in a spontaneous way, this course is for you. Using an ink pen and watercolors, you will learn the fundamentals of how to simplify your scene and how to position the subject to create a strong, lively composition. Each class begins with a demonstration speci c to the day's learning. Beginners will be comfortable in this class, and those with more experience will be challenged. Bring your own photos for painting reference or paint from your imagination. Materials needed:
• Watercolor paints in at least the following colors: 2 Reds: (1 bright red/ Cadmium red and 1 pinkish red/Alizarin Crimson)
• 2 Blues: (1 bright blue/Ultramarine blue and 1 turquoise blue/Phthalo blue)
1• Yellow of your choice
• 2 Greens: (1 dark green/Hookers Green and 1 yellow green/Sap Green)
• 1 Brown: Burnt Sienna or other brown NOTE: If you already have water color paints, bring what you have. If buying paints for the rst time, there are good artist sets that have a range of colors.
• Watercolor palette or large white dinner plate that can hold water for mixing. A plastic folding watercolor travel palette is a good choice.
• Watercolor paper: size of your choice (10 x 14" or smaller is good). Staples has some at reasonable prices.
• 1 or 2 brushes: a size #8 or larger round brush and a 1/2" at brush is all that you need. (Bring what you have.)
• 1 Ink Pen in your choice of color.
• 1 #2 Pencil and soft eraser
• Wide mouth container for water.
Alexandra Sharma is a Master of Fine Arts and has taught art at the university level. She is a member of the Hilton Head Art League, The Apple Pie Painters, and Delta Phi Delta, the national art honorary. She is represented locally by the Charles Street Gallery in Beaufort, SC.
Four Sessions: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Tuesdays, Oct. 24, 31 and November 7, 14
Hilton Head Island Rec Center (Gum Tree Road to School Road to 36 Wilborn Rd) Class Limit: 20
T Ballet Masterworks: The Nutcracker with Hilton Head Dance Theatre and School
The 1954 Nutcracker was the rst full-length work presented by the New York City Ballet. The overwhelming success of this production, with elaborate scenic e ects, helped assure the permanence of the company. The use of children from the School of American Ballet, recalling Balanchine’s early experience at the Mariinsky, set a precedent for future New York City Ballet works.
Join Michelle Audet and guest artists from Hilton Head Dance Theatre and dancers from Hilton Head Dance School for a two-part presentation on the history of The Nutcracker that has become a celebrated holiday tradition performed around the world.
Part One is a lecture with video viewing of the traditional as well as contemporary and hip-hop interpretations of this beloved ballet.
Part Two is a live lecture-demonstration with artists, choreographers and dancers as they rehearse for their performances of The Nutcracker at the Seahawks Cultural Center.
Hosting this presentation is Michelle Audet who was the Founding Director of Education for the New York City Ballet. Guest lecturers are Karena Brock-Carlyle and John Carlyle, the Co-Founders and Artistic Directors of Hilton Head Dance Theatre and School. Instructors Katie Girardi and Jamal Edwards are certi ed in the American Ballet Theater National Training curriculum.
One Session: 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Tuesday. November 14
The Seahawk Cultural Center, 70 Wilburn Road
T Slavery and the Civil War
In our winter/spring session, Joe Melita took us through the pivotal points in the founding of our nation. He returns this fall to remind us of the greatest threat the young republic ever faced . . . the run up to the Civil War, its ghting, and aftermath.
October 11: Why was African slavery introduced into England's American colonies and how did the institution evolve into one of total deprivation of all human rights, dignity, and the odious legacy that lingers to this day?
October 18: How did slavery contribute to secession and civil war and why did the spirit of compromise fail to avert that tragic con ict?
October 25: How did the Lincoln Administration ght and win the Civil War thereby restoring the Union?
November1: How did the Civil War and the so-called Civil War Constitutional Amendments alter the status of African Americans?
Joe Melita is a retired high school history teacher with thirty-four years of experience. He taught numerous college level (Advanced Placement) courses in both American and European history. He holds a bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Queens College in New York City.
Four Sessions: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Wednesdays TidePointe (Second right o Point Comfort Road.)
T Current Events
For over a decade Hilton Head lifelong learners have come together to discuss the issues of the day—locally, nationally, and globally. We seldom solve anything, but the conversation is always spirited and informative. Join us as we move into the 2024 Presidential race. The nation is divided, the economy uncertain, and we face challenges in Europe, the Middle East, and especially Asia. Thankfully we Lifelong Learners are here to sort it all out!
As always, your moderators will select the topics for the rst session. Thereafter, participants will decide what they want to discuss. Remember, all points of view are welcome, and all will be respected.
Your moderators: Bruce Lerner, a liberal and Jim Van Cleave, a conservative.
Four Sessions: 10 AM to 12 Noon, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 25 and Nov. 8, 15
The Bayshore of Hilton Head Island, 421 Squire Pope Road, (Just outside the rear gate to Hilton Head Plantation.) Class Limit: 35
T Hudson’s and Shrimpers and Oysters! Oh, My!
There is so much information--historical, fascinating, amusing, practical, and environmentally important about Hilton Head Island's iconic restaurant. Learn about its beginning as a seafood processing plant, the vital role of the shrimping industry in the growth and health of the Island's economy, and the critical importance of sustainable oyster farming to the Lowcountry ecology.
Andrew Carmines, besides being the general manager of Hudson's Seafood Restaurant on the Docks, has been in the Hilton Head Island Sea Turtle Project. He is a member of the Southern Shrimpers Alliance and the Eastern Shell sh Growers Association. He is also the founder and president of Shell Ring Oyster Company.
One Session: 9:30 to 11:30 AM, Wednesday, November 1
Hudson’s Seafood on the Docks, 1 Hudson Road, o Squire Pope Road Class Limit: 45
T The Battle of Tulifinney: Defense of the Charleston to Savannah Railroad
In the closing days of the Civil War, cadets from the Citadel (then The Military College of South Carolina) were called upon to defend the Charleston to Savannah railroad, known as the “vital rails.”
In early December 1864, the situation became dire for the Confederate forces of General Hardee as Sherman approached Savannah. Their only escape was via the railroad. The Citadel cadets joined the depleted confederate forces to prevent the capture of the railroad at a place known as Tuli nny Creek just twenty miles north of Beaufort. They defeated the U.S. Marines from the garrison at Hilton Head and escaped to ght another day.
One Session: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Wednesday, November 8
The Cypress, Hilton Head Plantation, 20 Lady Slipper Lane, (Use the back gate at the end of Squire Pope Road.)
T Fantastic Fungi
Why go o to far away planets to discover exotic lifeforms? Here on earth, we know only about one percent of the third kingdom of life—fungi which t into neither the animal or vegetable kingdoms.
This course will feature an awardwinning lm about fungi followed by a discussion of the incredible features of this third kingdom and how it is a keystone to all life on this planet.
Dave DesJardins is a retired environmental scientist, a master gardener in three states, and a wild mushroom forager.
One Session: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Wednesday, November 15
The Cypress, Hilton Head Plantation, 20 Lady Slipper Lane, (Use the back gate at the end of Squire Pope Road.)
T What Civil War Are We Talking About? Southern Honor and the Myth of the Lost Cause
In the aftermath of a brutal Civil War, many southerners justi ed their sacri ce by creating a romanticized version of the War. Prominent people like South Carolina’s Wade Hampton and LaSalle Corbell Pickett, widow of the famed Confederate General, promoted a version of the War that justi ed the South’s secession, casting doubt on the real causes of the con ict.
This presentation explores this 19th century manifestation of “fake news” and its lasting consequences on the national memory and understanding of the Civil War.
Ron Roth was a historian for the Gettysburg National Military Park, and a Licensed Battle eld Guide at Gettysburg. He is the author of the acclaimed book The Civil War in the South Carolina Lowcountry. He received his bachelor’s degree in history from Case Western Reserve University and a Masters-at-Teaching degree in Museum Studies from George Washington University.
One Session: 10 AM to 12 Noon, Thursday, October 12 The Cypress, Hilton Head Plantation, 20 Lady Slipper Lane, (Use the back gate at the end of Squire Pope Road.)
T Poetry Workshop
As Dylan Thomas wrote: “Poetry is what in a poem makes you laugh, cry, prickle, be silent, makes your toenails twinkle, makes you want to do this or that or nothing, makes you know that you are alone and not alone in the unknown world, that your bliss and su ering is forever shared and forever all your own.”
Try your hand at “toe twinkling,” guided by Audre Allison.
Audre Allison has an advanced degree in creative writing and poetry and has taught for thirty years at both high school, college, and adult writing workshops here and on Long Island for many years.
Four Sessions: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Thursday, October 12, 19, 26 and November 2
Hilton Head Island Rec Center (Gum Tree Road to School Road to 36 Wilborn Rd)
Class Limit: 10
T The "Ins" and "Outs" of Argentine Tango
If you can walk, you and your dance partner will enjoy this new, four-week couples only course learning the art of the Argentine tango. We will study the structure of the tango, its history and the music from the "Golden Age: 1935-1952." Included in the in-person instructions are slow walking lessons, partnering, videos to watch, and music and lyrics from tango orchestras. Come learn about this beautiful dance and the codes of the milonga.
Karen Lucey is a retired public-school teacher and ight instructor who studied Argentine tango in Buenos Aires for thirteen winters. She built a tango community in northeast Pennsylvania and has hosted hundreds of tango events.
Four Sessions: 10:30 AM to 12 Noon, Thursdays, October 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 9 Hilton Head Dance Studio, 24 Palmetto Business Park (O Arrow Road or Palmetto Bay Parkway.) Class Limit: 8 Couples
T Scams, Frauds, and Schemes: An Update on What to Watch Out For
We all hear about how seemingly easy it is for “cyber-criminals” hiding in the digital cloud to swoop in and steal a person’s or organization’s identity, money, or take control of your computers and accounts, never to be seen again.
As an update to last year’s session, this session will review popular and some of the newest methods these cyber criminals aim at individuals like us as well as the high pro le schemes that have exposed the soft under-belly of security at our largest multi-national rms and governments.
Finally, we will review how you can easily protect yourself from falling into their traps with some basic ways to recognize and avoid opening your front door. You are encouraged to bring questions and examples.
Paul Weismantel has worked for forty years in high tech hardware and software for governments and businesses in North America, Europe, and Asia.
One Session: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Thursday, October 19
The Cypress, Hilton Head Plantation, 20 Lady Slipper Lane, (Use the back gate at the end of Squire Pope Road.)
T Inside Politics
We all are interested in politics whether we admit it or not. We listen to the news channels; we read news and editorials in the papers. All our sources have their biases. So, do we really know what goes on behind closed doors? Here’s your chance to nd out.
Join Mike Scanlon for an inside look based on a career stretching from the Cleveland, Ohio mayor’s o ce to Washington, D.C. working for senators, cabinet members, Vice President Rockefeller, and Presidents Nixon Ford, and Reagan.
Mike Scanlon’s career spans forty- ve years in politics.
One Session: 1:30 to 2:30 PM, Thursday, October 26
The Cypress, Hilton Head Plantation, 20 Lady Slipper Lane, (Use the back gate at the end of Squire Pope Road. Passes will be called in.)
T What is Happening to the Bees?
David Arnal knows his bees! He is the owner of Hilton Head Honey, a thriving beekeeping business and President of the Beaufort-Jasper Beekeepers Association.
David will explain how some bee populations are declining largely due to human activities such as largescale changes in land use, industrialized agricultural practices, and the detrimental use of pesticides.
Join him as he shares his knowledge of beekeeping and explains the steps being taken to preserve this vital natural resource.
David Arnal is the former Director of the Master Beekeeping program for the South Carolina Beekeepers Association.
One Session: 10 AM to 12 Noon, Thursday, November 16
The Cypress, Hilton Head Plantation, 20 Lady Slipper Lane, (Use the back gate at the end of Squire Pope Road. Passes will be called in.)
T Four Vietnam War Movies
Not all Vietnam War movies are the same. The war provides the background, and the storyteller provides the tale, each as unique as human DNA or ngerprints. Vietnam veterans when rst encountering another veteran of the war will ask “When were you there? Who did you serve with?“ Once the context is established the story unfolds. Mike McDonell has selected four lms each of which tells a unique story about “our war”.
October 13: The Sapphires (2013) A musical comedy-drama about four aboriginal Australian women who form an R&B singing group, decide to leave it all behind and head for Vietnam in 1968 to entertain the troops.
October 27: Jacob’s Ladder (1990) A psychological horror lm in which Tim Robbins stars as a combat veteran whose experiences before and during Vietnam result in strange visions and hallucinations that continue to haunt him. He searches for the truth . . . and nds it.
November 3: 84 Charlie MoPic (1989) A mock documentary that depicts a long-range reconnaissance patrol deep inside enemy territory. It is as real as it gets. And it was all shot outside Los Angeles.
November 10: Da 5 Bloods (2020) A war drama directed by Spike Lee and the last lm in which Chadwick Boseman (The Black Panther) starred. Four aging Vietnam veterans return in search of the remains of their fallen leader and the treasure they buried with him.
Mike McDonell is a Vietnam veteran and has been showing movies for LLLHHI for many years. He has been back to Vietnam four times and has a great a ection for the country and its people.
Four Sessions: 1:30 to 4:00 PM, Fridays
The Cypress, Hilton Head Plantation, 20 Lady Slipper Lane, (Use the back gate at the end of Squire Pope Road. Passes will be called in.)
T All About Solar Power
In this informative and engaging session, you will learn about the history, the pros and cons, and likely future of solar energy.
Henrik de Gyor will cover the basics of solar power, including how it works, the di erent types of solar panels available, and how solar energy is harnessed to power homes and businesses.
Whether you're interested in learning about solar power for personal reasons or simply want to become more informed about this growing eld, this course is the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge and discover more about solar energy.
Come join us for an engaging and informative two hours that will leave you feeling empowered and inspired.
Henrik de Gyor is a consultant at Another DAM Consultancy (Digital Asset Management) who assists, advises, and advocates for his clients. He is an active speaker, pod-caster and author.
One Session: 1:30 to 3:30 PM, Friday, October 20 TidePointe (Second right o Point Comfort Road.)
OCTOBER
Mail-In Membership for LLHHI
To register by mail, check the courses you wish to attend from the list on this page and mail it to LLHHI, P.O. Box 3074, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 by September 29, 2023.
WE HAVE LOWERED OUR CLASS FEES! Enclose a check for $50 to cover your membership. This allows you to take as many of our fall courses as you wish.
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Or register online at www.LifelongLearningHHI.org
2023 Fall Courses:
Mondays Supreme Court
CPR
Honor Flights Network
Reptiles
Charities of HHI
Tuesdays
HHI Memories
Medicare
Why Banks Fail
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Electoral College
Watercolors
The Nutcracker
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Slavery & The Civil War
Current Events
Hudson’s
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Battle of Tuli nney
Fungi
Thursdays
What Civil War?
Poetry
Tango
Scams
Inside Politics Bees
Fridays
Vietnam War Films
Solar Power
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