SVSU OLLI Fall 2015 Schedule

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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Classes & Travel for Adults 50+ svsu.edu/olli • (989) 964-4475

Membership Benefits ( Monthly Meetings Members enjoy 10 monthly meetings each year that feature a speaker, continental breakfast, and a chance to socialize with other members. Guests are welcome to attend one OLLI monthly meeting without a charge. This gives a non-member a chance to check our program out. If an individual comes more then once they would need to join OLLI, or pay a $10 fee per meeting.

Upcoming fall programs are listed on pages 5 and 7.

For adults who never stop experiencing life, there is a place and community that celebrates learning. We invite you to join us for a learning adventure through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI).

The SVSU-OLLI program was established in September, 2001. Since then, we have grown to over 1700 members! Members of our 50+ program come from throughout the mid-Michigan area.

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We are one of 120 OLLIs in the nation and one of four located in Michigan.

All OLLIs are located at a college and supported by the Bernard Osher Foundation. We are proud to be the first lifelong learning program in the state of Michigan to receive this designation.

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A chance to get together on a regular basis with others who share your passion for a sport, social activity or interest. See page 4 for a list of our active groups.

Monthly newsletters & bi-monthly emails keep you up-to-date on OLLI programs and other SVSU activities including lectures, concerts and plays.

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Why Join OLLI?

• Up to 50% Off Classes

SVSU-OLLI is a membership-based program. The annual membership fee is $60 and is prorated as the year progresses.

See registration form on page 31. Members receive discounts on classes, reduced pricing on trips, and much more.

OLLI offers unique classes that are all about learning, but without tests, grades and papers. Classes usually meet three to five times for two-hour sessions – no long-term commitments.

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• Travel Discount We offer educational and “just plain fun” day trips, multiple-day domestic and international travel opportunities with other OLLI members. We generally plan at least one day trip a month and up to two international trips a year.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Saginaw Valley State University Curtiss Hall - 142 7400 Bay Road University Center, MI 48710

• Discounted Ryder Center Membership

Enjoy a regular fitness program at SVSU’s physical education and recreation facility. OLLI members can receive a Ryder Center membership for $100 per year.

Office (989) 964-4475 Fax (989) 964-2656 Email olli@svsu.edu Bookmark us! svsu.edu/olli

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OLLI Advisory Board 2015-16

Contents About OLLI

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Class Location Key

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Vice Chair, Leslie Sanders

Interest Groups

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Past Chair, Susan Zelinko

Fall Kick-Off

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Membership Chair, Leslie Sanders

SVSU Fall Focus Series

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Curriculum Chair, Barb Mitchell

Monthly Meetings

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Travel Chair, Karen Howell

Fall Day Trips

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Technology Chair, Terry King

Science, Nature & Architecture

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Criminal Justice

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Health

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Fitness & Sports

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Art & Crafts

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Cooking & Hobbies

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Computers & Technology

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Technology Tuesdays

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Music

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Literature, Grammar & Writing

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Foreign Language & World Culture

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Religion, Meditation & Ethics

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Chair, Steve Parkhurst

Secretary, Rosemary Kohut

Finance Chair, John Walter

SVSU Faculty, Marilyn Skrocki

History

Member at Large, Ron Taylor Member at Large, Carol Gohm

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Local Commerce & Financial/Life Planning

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Current Events & Social Studies

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Cancellation Policy

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Registration

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SVSU Representative, Jo Brownlie The OLLI Advisory Board provides guidance, policy recommendations, and support on issues critical to the organization. It provides a link between OLLI members and the university. OLLI members are welcome to contact any advisory board member with suggestions.

OLLI Classroom Locations Each class description includes a room number. The letter that precedes the number indicates the building. An abbreviation code follows:

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Curtiss Hall Ryder Center Arbury Fine Arts Center

You will receive a campus map with your registration confirmation.

Keep in touch with OLLI on Facebook. Go to facebook.com/SVSUOLLI and you will see photos, short videos and remarks from OLLI classes, trips, interest group activities and more.

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SVSU-OLLI Interest Groups Over the years, we have learned that people join OLLI for two major reasons.

The first is the opportunity to learn new things and travel; but a secondary, and sometimes more important reason, is the opportunity to meet new friends who have similar interests. Our Interest Groups bring together members who have similar interests or hope to meet others socially.

From time to time we hear that our members would like to start a new Interest Group. The first step of the process is to find a group leader. This is the person who communicates with the group members, and works with the OLLI office to secure a meeting place and a regular meeting time. If you are interested in leading a group, or want to learn more about the process, contact Jo Brownlie at (989)964-4310 or email her at jap@svsu.edu.

Current Interest Groups: Board Games Bridge Buddhist Psychology Choral Singing Cross Country Skiing Current Events Cycling Dinner Euchre Gardening Kayaking

Knitting Lunch MahJongg Ping Pong Readers Theatre Recreational Biking Stamp Collecting Technology Theatre Walking

OLLI New Member Orientation Wednesday, November 4 1-3 p.m. in C129 This is your chance to learn more about OLLI, meet the OLLI staff and advisory board members, and also take a tour of the SVSU campus. Although there is no cost for the orientation and tour, you must register so we know how many to expect. The orientation will be held in C129, the OLLI classroom. Call the OLLI office to register by Friday, October 30, (989)964-4475.

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15th Annual Fall Kick - Off

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Wednesday, September 9, 2015 SVSU - Curtiss Hall 8:45 a.m.

Registration & Continental Breakfast

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Welcome & Announcements What the Affiliation between Covenant Cancer Care Center and the MD Anderson Cancer Network Means to the Great Lakes Bay Area

Presenter: Jackie Tinnin Director of Covenant Cancer Care Center

Covenant HealthCare is Michigan’s first and only certified member of the MD Anderson Cancer Network, a program of the MD Anderson Cancer Center. A world-renowned leader in cancer care, the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has been ranked in the top two cancer centers in the nation since the U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” survey began 25 years ago. By becoming a certified member of this network, Covenant can now offer new hope to local cancer patients. Access to treatment guidelines and best practices, along with second opinions available by worldrenowned cancer specialists allow patients to receive their cancer care close to home.

The MD Anderson Cancer Network builds on Covenant’s strong successful history of cancer patient care. Together their mission is to eliminate cancer, but until that time comes, together they will advance cancer care giving new hope to the region.

Jackie Tinnin, a registered respiratory therapist, has worked in the health care industry for 22 years and has been with Covenant HealthCare since 2010. Her areas of expertise include cancer care, wound healing & hyperbaric medicine, and chronic disease management, including asthma and diabetes.

Break 10:45 a.m.

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STAR (Survivorship Training and Rehabilitation Program): Enhancing Survivorship by Getting Your Best Self Back

Presenter: Shannon Kleinert Coordinator of the STAR Program

A key component of comprehensive survivorship services at Covenant Cancer Care Center is multidisciplinary cancer rehabilitation care that can help survivors improve their ability to function and their quality of life. Regardless of the stage of cancer or phase of treatment or recovery, survivors can benefit from participation in an evidence-based rehabilitation program. Yet, many cancer survivors who need cancer rehabilitation are not referred for services. For example, a study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology evaluated 163 women with metastatic breast cancer. Of these participants, 92% had at least one physical impairment and a total of 530 impairments were identified. This study found that more than 90% of patients need cancer rehabilitation, but fewer than 30% receive it. This unmet need may be in part due to a lack of understanding about what cancer rehabilitation can offer survivors.

Shannon Kleinert is a graduate of the University of Michigan-Flint physical therapy program. She currently works at Covenant as the lead physical therapist and coordinator of the STAR program. She has taken additional classes at Oakland University in the care of patients with a cancer diagnosis as well as becoming a STAR certified clinician.

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Bring a Friend!

This program is free for members and potential members – there is no need to pre-register. OLLI members who bring a guest will be put in a drawing to win a $10 voucher, and their guest will be included in a drawing to win a free membership!

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SVSU Proudly Presents the 2015 Fall Focus Series

Discovery!

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Eman Mohammed Breaking Taboos and Documenting Devastation: A Woman’s Journey 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 22 Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts

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Danielle Allen Our Declaration: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence in Defense of Equality 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 29 Rhea Miller Recital Hall

■ Paul Teed Contesting Freedom: The Civil War After Appomattox 4:00 p.m., Thursday, October 8 Founders Hall ■

Nathan Wolfe Before it Strikes: Viral Forecasting for Pandemic Prevention 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 13 Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts

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Nassir Ghaemi A First-Rate Madness: Uncovering the Links between Leadership and Mental Illness 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 21 Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts

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Vijay Gupta Music and the Mind 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 26 Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts

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Jennifer Stinson Laboring in Bondage in a Free Land: Remembering the 19th-Century Midwest’s Enslaved and Indentured African Americans 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 4 Rhea Miller Recital Hall

All lectures are open to the public. Admission is free of charge. For more information, contact the SVSU Box Office at (989)964-4261 or go to svsu.edu/fallfocus.

For a calendar of all cultural events at SVSU, including theatre, music performances and more, click “community” at svsu.edu.

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Upcoming OLLI Monthly Meetings Location: SVSU Curtiss Hall

Agenda for all Meetings 8:45 a.m.

9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Registration, Socializing & Continental Breakfast Announcements & Program

Wednesday, October 14, 2015 An Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Presenter: Nan Spence, Mindfulness Meditation teacher Too often we tend to focus on regret and grief about past experiences, or in fear of the future. Mindfulness is a form of meditation which teaches us to live in the present moment with non-judgmental awareness and acceptance of what is. It helps us to flow more easily with the ups and downs of our lives. It uses the power of the mind to help us to be present to our current life experiences. This can help to free our minds from negativity and open our hearts to deeper wisdom, love, joy, peace and compassion. This form of meditation is becoming popular in the medical, psychological, and education fields. Our presenter is Nan Spence, who has both educational preparation and experience to share as a mindfulness teacher. She holds master’s degrees in counseling and theology with an emphasis on spirituality. In addition, she has studied mindfulness with respected teachers, including Jon Kabat-Zinn.

Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Wingman: The Life of Retired General David M. Hall Presenter: Ricardo Verdoni, President of Verdoni Productions, with special guest General David Hall Born during the period of Jim Crow laws, General David Hall overcame many obstacles throughout his life to become a success on many levels. Influenced by his father’s positive attitude and his own determination and perseverance, he not only rose to the rank of Brigadier General in the Air Force, but later as a civilian, had a distinguished career in industry and education. Hall served for 30 years in the military and then worked for General Motors for 10 years. In 1993, Hall left the corporate life to teach for Northwood University and later was Executive in Residence for the business school at SVSU. Our November meeting will begin with the viewing of a 30-minute documentary about General Hall’s life entitled “Wingman.” The documentary was produced by Ricardo Verdoni, with input from General Hall and his wife Jackie. It is expected that General Hall will attend the presentation and be available for questions and answers following the film.

SVSU Football Game and Tailgate Saturday, September 19, 2015 The fall season wouldn’t be complete without our annual tailgate and SVSU football game. Join us as we cheer on the Cardinals at their first home game of the season as they battle Michigan Tech.

Members will receive general admission tickets to the game and also a tailgate-style lunch prior to the game. The tailgate will run from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the east end of the Ryder Center, and the game starts at 1 p.m. Although there is no charge for members, please call us at 964-4475 to register no later than September 10 so we have a food count. Non-Members and family members are welcome to join you for a nominal charge.

Date: Price:

Saturday, September 19 from 11:30 a.m. until approximately 3:30 p.m.

Free for Members; $15 for Non-Members

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Fall 2015 - Day Trips Lions and Tigers and Bears at the Detroit Zoo (05) When was the last time you visited the Detroit Zoo? For many of us, we probably haven’t been there since we were kids. Established in 1928, the zoo is situated on 125 acres with naturalistic habitats. It is the largest paid family attraction in Michigan with more than 1.3 million visitors annually.

It is home to more than 2,500 animals of 280 species. Major exhibits include the Arctic Ring of Life, Australian Outback Adventure, Great Apes of Harambee, National Amphibian Conservation Center, Holden Reptile Conservation Center, Penguinarium, and the Butterfly Garden. Our package includes admission to the park, a docent-led tour upon arrival, lunch, a train ride and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Please note that this trip will require extensive walking as the park is quite massive.

Monday: September 21 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Price: $59 Members; $79 Non-Members

Thunder Bay Resort Elk-Viewing Carriage Ride, Gourmet Lunch & Hartwick Pines Tour (06) We’re heading north to Hillman to enjoy the beautiful fall colors and some fine dining. On the way up, we’ll stop at Hartwick Pines State Park to view the large white pines and learn about the logging industry. We’ll arrive at the resort around lunchtime and your adventure will begin as you board a horse-drawn carriage that will take you through the wooded resort and into the Elk Preserve where you will get a close up look at majestic bull elk. Our deep-woods destination is the Elk Antler Log Cabin, where the resort’s culinary artist Jan Matthias and staff will prepare a five-course meal, which even includes five locally produced wines. After lunch, we’ll take the same route back through the woods to the motorcoach. This trip includes motorcoach transportation from SVSU, the Hartwick Pines tour, carriage ride, and lunch with wine.

Thursday: October 1 from 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Price: $139 Members; $159 Non-Members

ArtPrize in Grand Rapids (07) For 19 days this fall, three square miles of downtown Grand Rapids becomes an open playing field where anyone can find a voice in the conversation about what is art and why it matters. Art from around the world pops up in every inch of downtown, and it’s all free and open to the public. This will be the 7th year for ArtPrize in Grand Rapids. You will be able to help determine the winners when you cast your vote via the internet or your smart phone. The competition attracts artists from all over the world. The top prize is determined solely by public voting. In 2015 there were 400,000 visitors who viewed art submitted from 47 countries and all 50 states.

Our trip includes motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Meals will be on your own. This trip will require extensive walking.

Thursday: October 8 from 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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La Boheme Dress Rehearsal at the Detroit Opera House (08) Everyone, at some point in life, will endure the same trials: love and loss, and bliss and heartbreak. That’s especially true in Giacomo Puccini’s story of Mimi and Rodolfo, played by Nicole Cabell and Sean Panikkar. They play a poor young couple seeking a lovers’ paradise among their resilient, struggling friends in the Latin Quarter of Paris.

The Michigan Opera Theatre says they will be presenting a scintillating, easily accessible romantic adventure for lovers of any age. Our package includes general seating to the 11 a.m. dress rehearsal, a late three-course family-style lunch at Fishbones, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. It also includes a pre-trip opera overview led by Greg Largent, Director of Music Ministries at First Presbyterian Church in Saginaw.

Pre-Trip Lecture: Tuesday, October 13 • 4 - 5:30 p.m. in C129 Friday: October 16 from 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. $89 Member; $109 Non-Members

The Explorers Club at Meadow Brook Theatre (09) It’s 1879 in London and the prestigious Explorers Club is in crisis; their president wants to admit a woman, and their bartender is terrible. True, this candidate is brilliant, beautiful, and has discovered a legendary Lost City, but letting a woman in could shake the very foundation of the British Empire, and how to make such a decision without a decent drink? This is the Michigan premiere of a new comedy by Nell Benjamin. Our day begins with a chance to do a little shopping at Nino Salvaggio’s in Troy. Then, we’re off to lunch at Mitchell’s Fish Market for a three-course lunch followed by the 2 p.m. matinee. Our package includes tickets to the show, lunch, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Wednesday: October 21 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Price: $79 Members; $99 Non-Members

Dirty Dancing at the Fisher Theatre (10) Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heartpounding music, passionate romance, and sensational dancing. Seen by millions across the globe, this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. It features the songs, Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby, Do You Love Me? and I’ve Had the Time of My Life.

Our day begins with a three-course lunch at the Union Street Grill, followed by the 2 p.m. matinee. Our package includes main floor seats to the show, lunch, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Saturday: October 24 from 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

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Jersey Boys at the Fisher Theatre (11) Jersey Boys is the 2006 Tony and Grammy award-winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Winners The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi. This is the true story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds, and sold 175 million records worldwide all before they were 30. Featured songs include Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Rag Doll, Oh What a Night, and Can’t Take My Eyes Off You. Our day begins with a three-course lunch at Andiamo’s in the Ren Cen followed by the 1 p.m. matinee.

Our package includes main floor seats to the show, lunch, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Please note that some may find the “Jersey-style” language offensive.

Thursday: December 3 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Price: $119 Members; $139 Non-Members

Handel’s Messiah at the University of Michigan (12) Messiah is one of the most popular works in Western choral literature, and one of George Frideric Handel’s most famous works. Composed in London during the summer of 1741, and premiered in Dublin in 1742, it was repeatedly revised

by Handel, reaching its most familiar version in 1754.

The libretto by Charles Jennens is drawn entirely from the King James and Great Bibles, and interprets the Christian doctrine of the Messiah. The University of Michigan’s University Musical Society’s Choral Union has been performing this classic for decades with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. We have main floor seats for the 2 p.m. Sunday matinee. Our package includes tickets to the performance, brunch beforehand at Weber’s Inn, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Sunday: December 6 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Price: $119 Members; $139 Non-Members

Neil Berg’s Broadway Holiday & Meadow Brook House Tour and Lunch (13) Ring in the holidays! Our day will begin with a three-course lunch and self-guided tour of Meadow Brook Hall which will be all decked out for the holidays. It’s their 44th annual Holiday Walk of the 110-room Tudor-revival style mansion. Then we head to the beautiful Fox Theatre in downtown Detroit to enjoy Neil Berg’s Broadway Holiday. Direct from New York, this show brings five of Broadway’s finest stars to the Fox Theatre stage for an unforgettable holiday event. The show features much-loved holiday tunes along with hits ranging from classic shows such as My Fair Lady and South Pacific, through ground breakers like West Side Story and Chicago to current blockbusters like Jersey Boys and Wicked. Our package includes lunch and self-guided tour at Meadow Brook, main floor tickets to the 3 p.m. show, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Saturday: December 12 from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

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The Michigan Premier of Newsies at the Fisher Theatre (14/15) They delivered the paper until they made the headlines.

Direct from Broadway comes Newsies, the smash-hit new musical from Disney. Winner of the 2013 Tony Awards for Best Score and Best Choreography, Newsies has audiences and critics alike calling it a “musical worth singing about!”

It’s a high-energy explosion of song and dance you don’t want to miss. Based on true events, Newsies tells the captivating story of a band of underdogs who become unlikely heroes when they stand up to the most powerful men in New York. It’s a rousing tale about fighting for what’s right and staying true to who you are. The Sunday, December 20 trip begins with a three-course lunch at Traffic Jam and Snug followed by the 1 p.m. matinee, and the Wednesday, December 23 trip begins with an early dinner at the same restaurant followed by the 6:30 p.m. show.

Our package includes main floor seats to the show, lunch or dinner, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. (14) Sunday: December 20 from 2:30 - 11:30 p.m.

(15) Wednesday: December 23 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Price: $119 Members; $139 Non-Members

Day Trip Follow-Up Details Upon registration for a day trip you will receive a receipt. Approximately one week prior to the trip, you will receive details about where and when to meet the motorcoach and other pertinent information. See page 30 for trip cancellation policy.

Chicago Garden & Nursery Tour September 14 - 17, 2015 We are collaborating with The Dow Gardens in Midland to offer a four-day trip to the Chicago area to visit a variety of public and private gardens. We have lined up excellent hotel accommodations and many meals will be provided on the trip. Your group leader is Dow Garden’s horticulturist, Chuck Martin. As of press time, there still was room on the trip. Contact the OLLI office for a detailed brochure at 989-964-4475. Or visit our website: www.svsu.edu/olli.

Package Includes: • Deluxe motorcoach transporation from Dow Gardens • Three nights lodging - one in New Buffalo, MI and two in Chicago • Seven meals (three breakfasts, three lunches, and one dinner) • All entrance fees and tours as outlined

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Fall 2015 Classes be woven together as you probe the depths of oceanography.

Science, Nature & Architecture

Fridays: September 11, 18, 25 & October 2 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

A Whole Lot of Shakin’ Goin’ On: Earthquakes 2015 (101)

Understanding Architecture (103)

On May 2, 2015, and again on June 30, 2015, earthquakes rattled Michigan. Earthquakes in Oklahoma and Texas have become an almost daily occurrence. A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal in April 2015. This course will consider these questions: Do all earthquakes originate in the same way? Can we predict the locations, magnitudes, and timing of future earthquakes? Can hydraulic fracturing (fracking) in oil and gas wells cause earthquakes? Can the disposal of fluids in wells initiate earthquakes? The course will be led by Lee Smith, who has previously given OLLI courses on a variety of geological topics. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in geology and is a Certified Petroleum Geologist.

This new class will explore the fundamental thinking that shapes the design and building of structures and buildings we use and live in. By focusing on some of the definitions and theories that have developed in various cultures and societies over time, we can move from a loose understanding to one that is more complete and helpful in forming the basis of our perceptions. This will allow us to have a more complete understanding of architecture today. The four sessions will cover understanding architecture, pure architecture, architectural style, and conclusions. Our instructor is Hugh Gershon, who holds a master’s degree in architecture from Columbia University. He has worked with many building types and has experience teaching design and a host of other architectural classes.

Wednesdays: September 9 & 16 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $18 Members; $36 Non-Members Room: C129

Thursdays: October 29, November 5, 12 & 19 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Oceans in Focus as Global Climate Alters (102)

The Earth’s surface is 71% covered by ocean and it is often described as the last great wilderness. Oceanography draws upon all of the natural sciences in an attempt to interpret the marine realm. In this class we will start by examining basic information about the oceans; then later we will explore how humankind in the 21st century is altering the seas. OLLI member Bob Enszer, retired chemistry and biology teacher, will introduce you to the basics of oceanography and then, the current thinking about how climate change and human activity are changing the marine environment. To help in this exploration, some material from Oceanography: Exploring Earth’s Final Wilderness, one of the Great Courses offerings, will be utilized.

Geology, biology, physics, and chemistry will

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Wildlife Grab Bag (104) This three-session class will provide information on the identity, behavior and natural history of a wide variety of (mostly Michigan) wildlife, from aquatic insects to birds, butterflies and mammals. Janea Little, of Little’s Touch of Nature, will begin with a look at both baby animals and animals we love to hate in session one. She will explore parental strategies employed by an assortment of wildlife species, and consider why we are so enamored by young critters while being terrified of others. Session two will focus on insects, including the life histories of aquatic insects well-known to fly-fisherman, as well as Michigan’s migrating butterfly species. The final session will feature birds – their physiological and behavioral adaptations to winter and, to give you hope for the return of spring, some “hot spot” birding locales in both Ohio and the Saginaw Bay Area.

Tuesdays: November 10, 17 & 24 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

just a little more about the information provided? Please join us at our newest forensic class which will cover current events in the forensic world. The class is also designed for intense question and answer sessions, so come ready with your discussion topics!

The class will be led by Elaine Dougherty, a Forensic Scientist with the Michigan State Police Bridgeport Lab who is also an adjunct professor for the SVSU criminal justice program. Note: graphic photos regarding forensic cases or evidence may be shown during this course.

Tuesdays & Thursdays: October 20, 22, 27 & 29 6 - 8 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C129

Criminal Justice The Michigan Court System (105) This class will attempt to provide the lay person with a simple idea of how to maneuver their way through the Michigan court system.

It will define terms as misdemeanor, felony, preliminary hearing, trial, criminal courts, jail, prison, and supply a general view of the criminal justice system. The class will be led

by Louise Hendricks, an OLLI member who began working in the criminal justice system in 1977 and retired in 2008. She has a master’s degree from SVSU and was an adjunct instructor for Delta College in the corrections field.

Tuesdays: November 17, 24, December 1 & 8 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Current Events in Forensic Science (106) Are you a fan of the forensic shows on television, but always wanted to know if that’s really how they do it? Do you ever watch crime stories on the news and wish you knew Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Health Introduction to Essential Oils (107) Have you heard of essentials oils but don’t know exactly what they are or how to use them to compliment your health practices?

Join Linda Thomas RN, CBT, QNRT, in learning what essential oils are, what benefits therapeutic grade essential oils provide, and how they affect the brain and body. During class, you will receive an oil usage guide, and some sample oils to try using at home.

We will go over many individual oils, the healing properties they have, and how to use them properly. Come and join us in learning how essential oils can be used to assist you to regain, or maintain a healthy, balanced body, mind, and spirit.

Mondays: September 14, 21 & 28 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $23 Members: $46 Non-Members Room: C129

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Your Meds, Your Body (108)

Fitness & Sports

How do your pills work? Why are they so expensive? This new course will provide a review of the major classes of human medications with emphasis on how they affect the human body. Other issues that will be covered include: the cost of drugs, generic versus brand name drugs, insurance coverage, Medicare rules, what to do when you miss a dose, and new medicines on the horizon. There will be ample time to get all of your questions answered. The class will be led by well-known and retired Saginaw physician, Louis Constan, MD. Dr. Constan is also an OLLI member.

FREE: Senior Fitness Test (Designed for ages 60-94)

Mondays: September 14, 21 & 28 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C129

Prevent and Reverse Diabetes (109) In this class you will hear information on the most recent research for preventing, controlling, and even reversing diabetes with key dietary changes. No calorie counting, carb counting, small portions, or exercise regimes.

We will review information from Dr. Neal Barnard’s Program for reversing Diabetes.

His studies show an average fasting blood sugar drop of 28% and average weight loss of 16 pounds in just 12 weeks on the program. Two-thirds of participants were able to reduce or eliminate diabetes medications in that time frame. This program has a positive impact for those with Type 1, Type 2, and Pre-Diabetes. We will go over the program principles, dietary recommendations, and practical tips for getting started.

The class will be led by Jennifer Parsley, owner of Jennifer Parsley Nutritional Healing.

Wednesdays: September 30, October 7 & 14 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C129

The senior fitness test (SFT) was designed specifically for seniors over the age of 60 years at the Ruby Gerontology Center at California State University, Fullerton. The test meets scientific standards for reliability and validity. Results for individuals are compared to performance standards based upon over 7,000 men and women, ages 60-94. You will participate in eight simple tests: chair stand test, arm curl test, twominute step test, back scratch test, eightfoot up and go test, and Body Mass Index.

You will be tested by undergraduate students enrolled in Kinesiology 372 under the direct supervision of Dr. Jennifer Bridges, Ph.D., Professor of Kinesiology.

You will receive individualized, immediate and confidential results. Wear non-slip soled shoes (tennis shoes) and comfortable clothing. Please sign up early. Call the OLLI office by October 12 to register: 964-4475.

Wednesday, October 21 • 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

OR 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Thursday, October 22 • 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

OR 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Price: Free Room: Ryder Fitness Center

Beginning Archery (110) Here’s your chance to try a new sport! This course is designed to teach the beginning archer the safe handling of archery equipment and range safety. You will learn different shooting styles and techniques and should become proficient enough to enjoy archery as a recreational sport by the end of class. Your instructor is Chris Landeryou, an adjunct instructor at SVSU. Bows and arrows will be provided and the class will meet at the archery range near the intersection of Pierce & Davis. The class maximum is 20.

Tuesdays: September 8, 15, 22 & 29 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Price: $39 Members; $69 Non-Members Room: SVSU Archery Range

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Continuing Yoga (114/115)

Join Dr. Guy Giordana for a three-session course that will provide useful tips on how to establish healthy habits. Session one will focus on the proper position and ergonomics while sitting. It is ideal for those who experience neck tension, headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, fatigue, low back pain, or arm and leg pain. The second session is designed to help anyone who could use a little extra energy throughout the day by focusing on portioned eating, water intake, supplements, rest, stress reduction, stretching and time management. The final session is designed to help you improve your relationship within all aspects of your life: family, friends, work, etc. You will identify your own personal stress type and learn different methods of how to best deal with stress and stressful situations. Dr. Guy holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and practices at TriCity Chiropractic.

If you have already taken an introductory yoga class, or would like to learn more challenging positions and techniques, this class is for you. Akiko Dykhuizen, a Certified Yoga Instructor, will lead the class. Bring a yoga mat or towel to class. Each session is limited to 20.

Session One (114) Thursdays: September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8 & 15 • 11 a.m. - Noon Session Two (115) Thursdays: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3 & 10 11 a.m. - Noon Price per Session: $48 Members; $78 Non-Members Room: R244

Zumba Gold & Toning (116-119) Get ready to burn some calories and have fun! Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance fitness class that incorporates music and dance movements which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. This Zumba Gold and Toning class is tailored for active older adults who want to focus on muscle conditioning, light weight and body weight activity and balance. It will blend with the Zumba party we love at a slower pace. Our instructor is Cindy Ellsworth, who is AFAA certified, and also Zumba certified for Basic I, II, and Gold.

Tuesdays: December 1, 15 & 22 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C129

Discover the Benefits of Yoga (112/113) Yoga is a calm, yet exhilarating, total-body conditioning exercise. It is gentle enough to be practiced by those over 50, so you’ll be able to work within any limitations you may have. In this introductory course, we’ll do strengthening and stretching, along with breathing and meditation. Akiko Dykhuizen, a Certified Yoga Instructor, will lead the class, specially designed for our OLLI group.

Bring a yoga mat or towel to class. Each session is limited to 20.

Session One (116) Tuesdays: September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, & 13 • 10 - 10:45 a.m.

Session Two (117) Thursdays: Sept 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8 & 15 • 10 - 10:45 a.m.

Session Three (118) Tuesdays: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, & December 1 10 - 10:45 a.m.

Session Four (119) Thursdays: Oct 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3 & 10 • 10 - 10:45 a.m.

Price per Session: $48 Members $78 Non-Members Room: Ryder Auxiliary Gym

Session One (112) Thursdays: September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8 & 15 • 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Session Two (113) Thursdays: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3 & 10 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Price per Session: $48 Members; $78 Non-Members Room: R244

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Beginning Qigong & Tai Chi (120/121)

on October 14 or November 11 due to OLLI monthly meetings.

Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong are beneficial for good health, energy development and enjoyment. Transform your quality of life as millions of Chinese have. You will get a satisfying workout emphasizing balance, joint mobility, blood circulation, endurance and a sense of energy (Chi). The class will be led by Jim Bush, who has been learning for 35 years and teaching for 30 years in the Saginaw area. Wear comfortable clothing.

Session One (124) Monday & Wednesday: September 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, October 5, 7, 12 & 19 •9 - 10 a.m.

Session Two (125) Monday & Wednesday: November 2, 4, 9, 16, 18, 23, 30, December 2, 7 & 9 9 - 10 a.m.

Price per Session: $59 Members; $89 Non-Members Room: Ryder Fitness Center

Session One (120) Mondays: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 & 19 • 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Session Two (121): Mondays: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & December 7 • 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Price per Session: $48 Members and $78 Non-Members Room: R244

Art & Crafts

Continuing Qigong & Tai Chi (122/123) If you participated in a past OLLI Qigong & Tai Chi class, or have taken Tai Chi elsewhere, this class is for you. We will assume that you are familiar with some basic warmup exercises and the beginning sequences of the classic Yang style form. It will be led by Jim Bush, who has been learning for 35 years and teaching for 30 years in the Saginaw area. Wear comfortable clothing.

Session One (122) Mondays: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 & 19 • 10:45 - 11:45 a.m.

Session Two (123) Mondays: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & December 7 • 10:45 - 11:45 a.m.

Price Per Session: $48 Members and $78 Non-Members Room: R244

The Printmaking Process (126) The printmaking process is an exciting art form. Realistic to abstract creations can be made easily using techniques from carving away to building up a surface. In this class, we will be adding to a flexible surface called a “gelli” plate. Two sessions will be devoted to using the surface to pull prints. During these sessions, we may add objects to the ink to alter the surface that is already inked to get more prints and ghost prints of the surface previously used. The third session will be devoted to several other ways in which a print can be made. You will also learn ways in which the printing process can be used to create cards or textiles. Our class leader is Joanne Rummel, a professional artist who has taught pre-school to college-level art.

The class prices includes a $32 supply fee.

The class is limited to 15.

Thursdays: September 10, 17 & 24 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $59 Members; $89 Non-Members Room: A107

Introduction to Strength Training (124/125) Don’t put it off any longer. Here is your chance to begin a strength training program with the support of a trainer in a fun, group atmosphere. Regular strength training can reduce your percentage of body fat, increase your amount of muscle, and increase body density. Each session will meet twice a week for five weeks to help you make weight training a regular part of your routine. You will use light weights and receive a program using a variety of machines. Your trainer is Amara Bishop, a health fitness specialist student who is working toward her bachelor’s in exercise science. No class will be held Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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Beginning Watercolors: Getting in Touch With Your Inner Artist (127) This class is designed for the true beginner.

It will give you a chance to get creative and develop your painting skills using various watercolor techniques. You will be introduced to the principles of drawing and also learn about mixing and matching color, and basic color theory. The class will be led by Matt Krease, who holds a BFA in Illustration/ Graphic Communication from the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. He is currently a freelance graphic designer, writer and illustrator. You will receive a supply list upon registration. The class maximum is 15.

Mondays: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 & 19 • 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Price: $89 Members; $119 Non-Members Room: A107

Continuing Watercolors (128) This class will start with refreshing your basic watercolor skills. Then you’ll learn new techniques and how to incorporate all the basic skills into a piece of art that is more refined. If you enjoy watercolor painting and want to take your talents a little further, this is the class to take. From dry brush to washes, all techniques will be explored. The class will be led by Matt Krease, who holds a BFA in Illustration/Graphic Communication from the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. He is currently a freelance graphic designer, writer and illustrator. You will receive a supply list upon registration. The class maximum is 15.

Mondays: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & December 7 • 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Price: $89 Members; $119 Non-Members Room: A107

Create Seasonal Arrangements at Warmbier Farms (129) Join Stacey Jezowski at Warmbier Farms on Garfield Road in Auburn and create three beautiful arrangements which will spruce up your home this fall. The September project will be a fall wreath and in October you’ll make a Thanksgiving centerpiece. The final arrangement in November will be a Christmas basket. You’ll have lots of choices so everyone’s final product will look different.

All supplies will be provided.

Drawing Flowers & Botanicals (130) Here is your chance to explore the basic theories and techniques of drawing flowers and plants with graphite pencil. This class will explore the anatomy of a flower to creating a variety of floral textures such as soft, velvety petals, spiky thorns, and leaves. Please purchase the book Flowers & Botanicals by Diane Cardaci which is part of the “Drawing Made Easy” series, prior to the first class. It is available at Michaels, online through Amazon, or walterfoster.com. The instructor, Marcia Henne, has worked in many media and holds an M.F.A. in painting. You will receive a supply list upon registration.

The class maximum is 15.

Tuesdays: October 20, 27, November 3, 10 & 17 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $49 Members; $79 Non-Members Room: A107

Self Publishing on Createspace.com (131) This class is for the novice who is interested in publishing a book of their writings and/or artwork. We will use the free tools and services offered through the website Createspace in the process. You will learn design concepts with text and image, how to format images, front cover design, how to publish on Createspace and more. The first two classes will cover design concepts and the Createspace website. The third class, one month later, will be reserved for publishing completed books. Other topics which will be discussed include borders, fonts, spacing, bleeds, white space, cut lines, special characters, how to get a good image of your art, and more. You should be familiar with the publishing program you plan to use (for example, InDesign, Publisher or Word.) The class will be led by Andrea Ondish, Curator of Education for the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum.

Thursdays: October 22, 29 & December 3 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: A107

Tuesdays: September 8, October 13 & November 10 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $115 Members; $145 Non-Members Room: Off-Site Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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make fresh mozzarella, which will be used in a Capresse salad. You will also taste a little charcuterie and learn how Artigiano’s cheeses can be used in everyday meals. In the last class, we’ll make hors d’oeuvres out of fruits, vegetables, cheese and charcuterie.

Mike promises that this will be a fun class and that no one will go away hungry! The class will be held at the cheese shoppe on Saginaw Street.

Tuesdays: September 15, 22 & 29 • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Price: $95 Members; $125 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Cooking at the Fusion 1 Café (134/135) Join Chef Craig Fiebke for two more enjoyable cooking classes. The September session will feature fall harvest recipes and the October/November session will explore holiday fare. At least one class will have a “hands on” component where you can make something new. Each week you will enjoy a delicious four-course meal at the conclusion of the lively cooking demonstration. The class will be held at the Fusion 1 Café on Saginaw Street in downtown Bay City. The class is limited to 20.

Make Authentic Shaker Oval Boxes(132) Before the age of canisters and Tupperware, the Shaker craftsmen made and marketed their oval boxes. In this class, you will have an opportunity to try this traditional bent woodcraft which is easier than you might think. The result will be two cherry oval boxes which are attractive and useful. This workshop will give you hands-on experience in making a nesting set of two oval cherry boxes. The class fee includes all materials, instruction booklet, and use of tools during the workshop. Our class leader, John Wilson, has been a box maker and teacher of the oval box workshop for the past 25 years. He will also provide background on the Shaker life and craftsmanship. Bring a bag lunch to class.

Session One (134) Wednesdays: September 16, 23 & 30 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Session Two (135) Wednesdays: October 28, November 4 & 18 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Price for Each Session: $85 Members and $115 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

How to Grow and Care for Orchids (136) Are you interested in learning more about successfully growing orchids? Most orchids are as easy to care for as regular houseplants and many can be grown on your windowsill. In this class offered by the Saginaw Valley Orchid Society, you will learn orchid basics, including lighting, how to water and feed your plants, when to repot, and the best potting media. You will also learn what to look for when buying an orchid and how to prevent and treat pests. In the second session, you will have an opportunity to repot a plant and take that plant home. The class fee includes an orchid plant, potting materials, and handouts. The Society will host a orchid sale at the conclusion of the second session.

Friday: November 6 • 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $119 Members; $149 Non-Members Room: A107

Cooking & Hobbies The Wonderful World of Cheese (133) Calling all cheese lovers! Mike Parker, co-owner of Artigiano, an artisan cheese shoppe in downtown Bay City, is offering a new OLLI class all about cheese. In class one, you will taste olive oils and flavored vinegars and then make dressing with the olive oil, vinegars, accompaniments, and dairy products. In the second class you’ll Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Wednesdays: September 30 & October 7 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $35 Members; $65 Non-Members Room: C129

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Beginning Mah Jongg (137)

to class. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer.

The class maximum is 20.

Want to have lots of fun and exercise your brain at the same time? Mah Jongg will open new worlds to you, whether meeting new friends right here, wintering in Florida, or on a cruise ship at sea. This fascinating, fast-paced American version of a traditional Chinese tile game has become universally popular. Once you learn the basics, you’ll find groups ready to welcome you for weekly play. OLLI member Ted McLaughlin will teach you the fundamentals of the game.

Please purchase the book Beginner’s Guide to American Mah Jongg by Elaine Sandberg prior to the first class. Register soon; the maximum is only 16.

Fridays: September 18 & 25 • 1 - 3 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

iPad 101: The Fundamentals (140) If you have jumped on the iPad bandwagon but still don’t feel as though you’re using it to its full potential, join us for this class.

We’ll start with the basics and also cover apps, accessories, downloading books and movies, taking pictures, and much more.

Bring your iPad to class, but please, no firstgeneration iPads! Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20.

Tuesdays: September 8, 15, 22 & 29 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Bridge Bidding for Beginners and Others (138)

Fridays: September 18 & 25 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

Improve your bridge bidding and enjoyment of the game. This eight-week series is designed for those who are new to the game or wish to improve their bidding. The class will focus on the widely used Standard American System and rely on ACBL’s Club Series for Bidding (not included.) The two-hour sessions are equally divided between learning the principles of modern bridge bidding, and applying them by playing prearranged hands.

The instructor is Rich Siemer, a Silver Life Master.

iPad 201 (141) If you have already taken our iPad 101 class, or already know the basics of your iPad (such as updating it and installing apps), this class is for you. We will focus on more advanced applications and how to get your iPad to sync with all your other devices. Bring your iPad to class, but please, no first-generation iPads!

Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20.

Fridays: October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, December 4 & 11 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $79 Members; $109 Non-Members Room: C129

Fridays: October 23 & 30 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C141

Computers & Technology Android Tablet Fundamentals (139) Although iPad is the most popular tablet, there are many other options available which are less expensive and use Google’s opensource Android operating system. Brands include Samsung, Asus, Google Nexus, and Sony. If you own one of these devices but don’t feel as though you’re using it to its full potential, join us for this class. We’ll start with the basics and also cover apps, accessories, downloading books and movies, taking pictures, and much more. Bring your tablet

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Facebook 101: Getting Started (142)

to class. The class maximum is 20.

Fridays: October 9 & 16 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

Are you ready to reconnect with old friends?

This is your chance to hear some of the advantages and shortcomings of this popular tool. You’ll learn how Facebook is changing the way people communicate and look at what it means to stay connected in this fast-paced social media frontier. You will set up a Facebook account, and the instructor will be there to answer your questions as you go. The first session will be an overview and session two will be a hands-on learning lab.

The class will be led by Terry King, CEO of Action Leaders, a consulting, training and coaching organization. If you do not yet have a Facebook account, please arrive by 9:30 a.m. on the first day, and if you already have an account please arrive by 10:00 a.m.

Computer I for Windows 8.1 Users (145) Have you purchased a new personal computer and feel frustrated by Windows 8? This class will explain how Windows 8 varies from earlier platforms. It will also guide you through these basic skills: the taskbar; how to open, save and print files; how to move, resize, minimize, and maximize windows; and customizing your desktop. You must bring your own portable computer to class (laptop, notebook, etc.) as the computers in the University labs still use Windows 7. If you have Windows 8, you need to update for 8.1 prior to the first session. (Call the OLLI office if you don’t know how.) Our instructor is Jerry Vance, a retired Dow Chemical computer programmer who has been leading OLLI classes for three years. The class maximum is 12.

Fridays: October 2 & 9 • 9:30 (or 10 a.m.) - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C141

Facebook 201: Going to the Next Level (143)

Fridays: October 9, 16 & 23 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $37 Members; $67 Non-Members Room: C140

If you already have a Facebook account and generally know how it works, this class will help you further expand your network and level of enjoyment. You will learn how to mine for friends, increase and decrease your level of security, add pictures and video, and explore other common applications. There will be plenty of time for hands-on learning.

The class will be led by Terry King, CEO of Action Leaders, a consulting, training and coaching organization.

iPhone 101: The Fundamentals (146) Have you recently taken the plunge and bought an iPhone? In this two-session class, we will go through the capabilities of this powerful tool and help you to become more comfortable using it. After completing this course, we suggest that you consider the iPad class as both use the same platform. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class max is 20.

Fridays: December 4 & 11 • 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C141

The Best Travel & Navigation Apps (144) Considering where to stay or eat in another city and don’t know where to start? Traveling by car and not sure how to get from point A to B? If you download the right apps you can have a wealth of information at your fingertips. We will go over the best turnby-turn directions, find the cheapest gas, the nicest lodging options for the price, and the best places to eat. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. Bring your smartphone or other device

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iPhone 201 (147)

Technology 101 (150)

If you have completed our beginning iPhone class, or already have a pretty good understanding of how to use your phone, this class is for you! You will learn more about how to get the most from your iPhone and increase your comfort level with using it. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20.

Want to get into the digital age, but don’t know where to start? Do you hear the terms wifi, Bluetooth, 3G, and 4G all the time and have no idea what they mean? In Technology 101 we will cover the very basics of technology, and if you are completely new what products would be best for you. So take the jump and learn to love technology, not fear it.

Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer.

Fridays: November 13 & 20 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

Fridays: November 13 & 20 • 1 - 3 p.m.

Price: $27 Members $54 Non-Members Room: C140

How to Optimize the Usage of Your Kindle Fire (148)

How to Buy and Sell on eBay (151)

Do you mainly use your Kindle to just read books? Would you like to learn more about its capabilities but don’t know where to start?

This class will provide an overview of all Kindle functions and also cover apps, cloud storage, and much more. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. Bring your Kindle to class. The class maximum is 20.

In this class you will learn how to establish an eBay account, search to find what you are looking for, and complete your transaction. We will also discuss this site’s built-in security features. In the second half of the class, you will learn how to sell something on eBay. We will cover how to make your item stand out, how to deal with bad checks, postage, and other issues. The session will be held in a computer lab so that you will be able to find specifically what you are looking for. The class will be led by Gary Holik, who also leads classes for the Bay County Library System. Sign up quickly; we are limited to 15 participants. You will have a one-hour break for lunch.

Fridays: October 23 & 30 • 1 - 3 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

Viruses & How to Clean Your Computer (149) Computer viruses can destroy computer data, hard drives and make your computer completely non-usable. Knowing how to prevent them and what to do if you get one is essential. In the first half of this class, you will learn about viruses, malware, spyware and adware. We will discuss various software applications that can help prevent viruses and how to remove viruses once they are on the computer. In the second half of the class, you will learn how to keep your computer running at top speed by cleaning it up and removing excess files. Learn how to remove unwanted programs and how to find and delete old files, temp files, or the garbage left over when downloading programs. The class will be led by Gary Holik, who also leads classes for the Bay County Library System.

You will have a one-hour break for lunch and the class limit is 15.

Fridays: November 20 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $37 Members; $67 Non-Members Room: C141

Friday: November 6 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $37 Members; $67 Non-Members Room: C141

Fridays: December 4 & 11 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

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Password Manager (152) Everything we use today has a username and password, but are you supposed to remember all those accounts? This class will provide an overview of password managers available to manage all those pesky accounts. We will also cover how to create, change, and make passwords that are as secure as possible and how to secure your accounts with two factor authentication. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. You must know your device’s user name and password to enroll in this class.

The class maximum is 20.

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Technology Tuesdays These programs are free for members and there is no need to pre-register.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s)

How to Track Your Activity with the FitBit

Tuesday, October 6

Tuesday, November 17

This presentation will take a walk through the beginning of the UAV technology and look into how the systems have been updated and used throughout the years.

Today with drones being hyped in the media we will look at the commercial and military uses for UAVs along with rules and regulations. Other items that will be covered will include how a remote control model is different than a UAV, current and future uses of the technology inside U.S. airspace, and future uses for the technology from a commercial standpoint. Multiple UAVs will be on display during this session and there will be a demonstration of a Quad Rotor UAV. Our speaker is David Herald, a program manager with Merrill Aviation and Defense in Saginaw. He has 15 years of advanced composite experience and ten years aerodynamic experience in auto racing and UAS technology.

Have you heard people talking about their FitBit or have you seen one in a store and wondered how they work? A FitBit is a small, easy-to-use technological device worn on your wrist (or carried in your pocket) that tracks physical activity.

Tracking physical activity has been shown to be effective for increasing and maintaining physical activity levels. This session will provide information about the FitBit, including how it works, what type of information it tracks, and how you can view and interpret the information. FitBit users will be on hand after the presentation to provide one-on-one assistance to attendees.

This program will be led by Meghan Baruth, an assistant professor in the Department of Health Science at SVSU. Tuesday: November 17 • 4 - 5 p.m.

Room: Banquet C, Curtiss Hall Price: Free for Members and $10 Non-Members

Tuesday: October 6 • 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Room: Ryder Center East Price: Free for Members and $10 for Non-Members

October 17 with guest conductor Alexander Platt; Drama, Voyage, Folklore and 21 Years of Inspirations on January 28 with guest conductor Stillian Kirov; From Central Europe on March 17 with guest conductor Andris Franco; and A Knight of Romance on May 5 with guest conductor Laura Jackson. This will be a fun, in-depth look at what you will hear at the concert. Tickets to the concert are not included in the class fee.

Music SBSO Preview Lecture With Candidate Conductors (153) Join conductor candidates for the Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra as they delve into the pieces which the symphony will perform two days after each of their talks. The 2015-16 concerts include: A River’s Tale on Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Thursdays: October 15, January 28, March 17 & May 5 • 2 - 4 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

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The Man in Black: Johnny Cash (154)

to a hard bottom and rocks in place which we can call reality” (Walden, Chapter 2). Take a walk with us as we explore Walden, an American Classic. Basil Clark, Professor Emeritus of English, and James Hitt, Associate Professor of Philosophy, will be your guides.

We’ll listen to Thoreau’s literary voice and peer behind his transcendentalism. In three classes, we’ll explore Thoreau’s experiment in reducing life to its essentials along with other themes. The classes will be a mix of lecture, video, readings, and importantly, discussion. Please read chapter two prior to the first class.

This course will examine the life and career of one of America’s greatest musical icons, Johnny Cash. Cash holds the distinction of being the only artist to have been inducted into the Hall of Fame for Songwriters, Country Music, and Rock and Roll. The course will use a wide range of photographs to document Cash’s life as well as a great deal of performance footage from every phase of his remarkable 48-year career. The instructor is Gary (Dr. J) Johnson.

Mondays: November 16, 23, 30 & December 7 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Tuesdays: September 15, 22 & 29 • 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C140

Writing Your Life (157)

Sondheim Part I: Putting it Together (155)

We live and experience the world through our own eyes, heart, and mind. No two chapters are the same. Whether it’s one small episode, or a lifetime of memories, personal writing is a great way to recall, reflect, and share. This five-week class will concentrate on developing ideas and writing in ways to engage both writer and reader. Writing prompts will be used, which will make the process fun and stress-free. The class will be led by Ron Brown, a Delta and SVSU composition instructor.

Few in the theatre world would argue with Frank Rick of the New York Times who said that Stephen Sondheim is “now the greatest and perhaps best-known artist in the American musical theatre.” A protégée of Oscar Hammerstein II, this brilliant Broadway composer and lyricist has even surpassed his master by winning more Tony Awards than any other composer, including a special Tony for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.

Some of his most famous shows include West Side Story, Gypsy, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Company, Sweeney Todd and Into the Woods. Keith Spaulding will be the usher for this investigation which will include productions from early in Sondheim’s career, through A Little Night Music (1973). The second part of Sondheim’s career will be covered in a future spring 2016 class.

Fridays: September 18, 25, October 2, 9 & 16 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $32 Members; $64 Non-Members Room: C140

OLLI Book Club (158)

This fall our first selection is the fiction, Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng, which was an NPR Best Book in 2014. Our second book is A Walk in the Woods, a nonfiction novel by Bill Bryson about rediscovering America on the Appalachian trail.

Our final selection is the classic, Fahrenheit 451, by Ray Bradbury. The novel presents a future American society where books are outlawed and “firemen” burn any that are found.

Discussions will be led by OLLI members Alice Buchalter, Bev McFarland and Leslie Sanders. Please read the first book prior to the first class.

Tuesdays: November 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

Literature, Grammar & Writing The Language and Thought of Thoreau’s Walden (156)

Wednesdays: September 23, October 28 and November 18 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C129

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Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey (161) Did Homer, the blind bard, really exist?

Who wrote the Iliad and the Odyssey? Why was the story of Troy so important to the Greeks? Who were the heroes and where did they come from? These epics were so important they were studied in schools as early as 400 BC. They have remained an important part of the curriculum of Western education for almost 3,000 years! This brief foray into Homer and his contributions will be led by Barb Mitchell who is an OLLI member and a student of classical civilizations and literature.

Tuesdays: October 13, 20, 27, November 3 & 10 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $32 Members; $62 Non-Members Room: C129

Station Eleven: The 2015-16 Great Michigan Read (159) Join OLLI member Steve Parkhurst as we read and discuss the Michigan Humanities Council’s Great Michigan Read, Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. It is the story of the Traveling Symphony, a troupe of Shakespearean actors orchestral musicians traveling the shores of the Great Lakes in a post-apocalyptic Michigan. It has been called the most positive post-apocalyptic book ever written. With time available, we will explore the genre of post-apocalyptic writing beyond this book. The first 30 who sign up for the class will receive a free copy of the book. The Great Michigan Read is presented by the Michigan Humanities Council with support from Meijer and the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Tuesdays: November 17, 24 & December 1 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C140

Joyce Carol Oates: a Gothic novel (162) Take part in an in-depth study of A Bloodsmoor Romance by prolific writer Joyce Carol Oates. The publisher of the novel described it as “an ingenious blend of myth and history, humor and profundity; the sublime and the grotesque.” It starts with a young woman being abducted and whisked away in a black hot air balloon. Gradually, adventures of her four sisters unfold. Join Oates’ devotee Rose Kohut and explore this amazing saga, layer by mysterious layer.

Please read section one (80 pages) for the first session.

Mondays: November 2, 9, 16 & 23 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

Foreign Language & World Cultures

Fun with Basic Grammar (160) Believe it or not, learning more about grammar can be quite a pleasant activity. We’re not getting into grammar snob territory here—just the basics. If you’ve never felt completely sure about where apostrophes and quotation marks fit into the scheme of things, this class is for you! Conquer that uncertainty of the quirky English language while having an enjoyable morning. The class will be led

by Rose Kohut, who will not hesitate to correct a public sign, if necessary.

Mondays: October 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

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Conversational Spanish & Latin American Culture (163) In this class, you will be introduced to the Spanish language and the Latin American culture. We will discuss and learn about Latin American history, cultural tips, and the fundamental tools of the Spanish language.

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weather, shopping, health, getting around, and traveling. You will learn how to greet others, introduce yourself and ask about others, ask where something is, ask for general information when traveling, make a phone call, shop for clothing, express feelings, and other verbal skills necessary when traveling to a Spanish-speaking country.

Religion, Meditation & Ethics Justice: What is the Right Thing to Do? Part 2 of 3 (165) Is murder ever right? How much is a life worth? Is redistribution taxation forced labor? Is it ever right to lie? These questions and more are the subject matter of Harvard professor Michael Sandel’s book and very popular course on the topic. This semester we will watch the second eight of his 24 lectures.

Topics include the draft versus conscription, the free market system as it pertains to reproductive rights, fundamental duties and rights as the source of moral values, whether it is ever right to lie, how to design a fair society, the level playing field concept, and the fairness of modern pay distribution systems. Each 30 minute lecture will be followed by about 30 minutes of discussion. Though this class is the second in a series of three, each topic is interesting and worthwhile on its own so you may attend any combination of the three semesters. The class is moderated by OLLI member Carol Gohm.

Thursdays: September 17, 24, October 1, 8 & 15 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Price: $32 Members; $62 Non-Members Room: C129

Thursdays: October 1, 8, 15 & 22 • 10 a.m.-noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

My Life in the Foreign Service (164) What is life like as a U.S. Diplomat in Cuba, Brazil or Djibouti? In this class you will hear fascinating stories from OLLI member Dr. Kathleen List who spent 20 years as a U.S. Diplomat in these countries and others. Each session will focus on one of the countries.

Now retired and living in Midland, List holds four degrees from the University of Michigan. She taught at the University of Michigan and at the American University of Paris.

She received many awards during her career, including Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Meritorious Civilian Service Award, and a Medal of Valor for her service in Liberia. This is sure to be a fascinating class!

The Four Hallmarks of Buddhist Thought (166) This class will serve as an introduction to four essential Buddhist ideas that are commonly misunderstood by westerners. What is really meant by the following: all connected phenomena are impermanent; all contaminated phenomena are suffering; all phenomena are empty of inherent existence; and nirvana is peace? These topics will be discussed with regards to their relevance to the Buddhist path of perceptual, cognitive, and behavioral transformation. This class will be taught by Dr. Eric De Vos, Professor of Psychology at SVSU.

Thursdays: September 10, 17 & 24 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C129

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Mindfulness Meditation (167) Mindfulness meditation helps us learn to live in the present moment with non-judgmental awareness and acceptance of what is. It helps us to flow more easily with the ups and downs of our lives. It is a practice which helps to create a more peaceful mind and heart open to deeper wisdom. Controlled clinical studies of mindfulness-based meditation have documented reduction of physical and emotional distress and an increase in greater health and well being. Our leader is Nan Spence, who for the past 11 years has studied mindfulness with respected teachers and has been authorized to teach it by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Nan holds a Master’s Degree in Theology with an emphasis in spirituality.

The class maximum is 16.

Wednesdays: October 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9 & 16 • 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Price: $139 Members; $169 Non-Members Room: C140

Introduction to Western Esotericism (169) The Western esoteric traditions have their roots in a religious way of thinking, which reaches back to Gnosticism, Hermeticism, and Neoplatonism in the Hellenistic world during the first centuries AD. This class is meant to serve as an introduction to this growing field of study. The class will be convened by OLLI member Wayne O’Brien, a long-time student of esoteric topics. Wayne has convened a bi-monthly Esoteric Cosmology Group on campus for the past several years. If you are considering this class, please download the free pdf book, The Western Esoteric Traditions: A Historical Introduction by Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke and read the author’s introduction of an overview of this area of study before deciding to enroll.

Wednesdays: October 28, November 4, 18 & 25 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

History & Philosophy of God (168) During this semester we will use the Learning Company’s study guide entitled How Jesus Became God by Bart Ehrman, from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill.

This is one of the more intriguing traditions/ theologies debated and developed in the early years of the Christian Church. The relationship of Jesus to God was a theological hot button and dominated the early Church debate for over three hundred years, as well as determining the final fate of a plethora of “different” interpretations of the young faith.

Ehrman will guide us through the early period, when the followers of Jesus, known as the “Followers of the Way,” was a sect within the Jewish faith, to the period after the Jewish Synagogue banned them in 88 CE (beginning of Christianity), through the sorting out period of the Council of Nicea in 325 CE and the creed that declared Jesus as God. This is a very powerful program that will bring the latest academic thoughts concerning the early church, and in doing so may challenge your understanding of Christian doctrine. The class discussion will be led by OLLI member Ron Taylor.

Thursdays: October 29, November 5, 12, December 3 & 10 • 9:30 a.m. - Noon Price: $32 Members; $62 Non-Members Room: C129

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History

More Murder by the Bay and Other Dastardly Crimes (170) Tim Younkman, retired Bay City Times crime reporter, is back with more interesting local murder stories. One involves a 1937 bank robbery-murder in Midland in which a Bay City man was gunned down and one of the gunmen, Anthony Chebatoris, was convicted in federal court in Bay City and hanged for the crime, the only person to be executed in the State of Michigan. Another story deals with the 1885 attempted murder and robbery of an elderly woman who was the toll person at the toll house on the Tuscola Plank Road.

Others include “The Mark of Cain” brother

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killing a brother, a “child bride” murder case, and the murder of Bay City police officer Frank Kowalkowski in 1923. He will also consider whether Bonnie and Clyde had their eyes set on robbing a Bay City bank.

Thursdays: September 10, 17 & 24 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C129

WWI: Part Two (1917 - 1918) (171) The United States entered the war on April 17, 1917, tipping the scales decisively for a victory by the Allied powers. Germany’s 1918 offensive was a desperate attempt to win before the weight of American power doomed the Central Powers. The military victory by the Allies was impressive, but the securing of a just, peaceful world much less so. Before long, freedom and peace were threatened by Fascist Italy, Imperial Japan, and Nazi Germany. Week one will cover the opening months of 1917, in week two we consider the U.S. entering the war, week three explores the German offensive of 1918 and the Allied counter offensive, and in the final week we discuss the end of the war and the results. The class will be led by Northwood University history professor, John Pafford.

Custer and the Civil War (173) When most people recall George Armstrong Custer, they picture him standing in the midst of terrible violence and destruction with his troops surrounding him at the Battle of Little Big Horn. In this class, we will meet one of the boldest officers of the Civil War. We’ll follow Custer as he leaves his boyhood home in Michigan to attend West Point, and then meet him again later in his natural element on the battlefields of the Civil War. We will meet Libby Custer and learn about the role she played as the wife of this famous general.

Finally, we’ll meet the Midwest boys and men who were Custer’s and Stuart’s troops and learn about their equipment, mission, and fears as they rode through the bloodiest years of American History. The class will be led

by Fred Welsh, a former industrial engineer and volunteer for the Bay County Historical Museum.

Tuesdays: September 8, 15, 22 & 29 10 a.m.- Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Who’s Who in Wolf Hall: Thomas Cromwell, Thomas More & Henry VIII (172)

Thursdays: October 1, 8, 15 & 22 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Viewers of PBS’s acclaimed series, Wolf Hall which was based on Hilary Mantel’s awardwinning novel, may have been surprised at the depiction of its main characters. Thomas Cromwell, the bully of Robert Bolt’s Osarwinning, A Man For All Season, was transformed into a humane servant, while Bolt’s saintly More is portrayed as a bitter torturer.

Even more surprising is that the larger than life Henry VIII was relegated to the sidelines.

This course explores which author got it right, and what these interpretations of 16th century men say about us in the 21st century.

This class will be led by SVSU retired history professor Bob Braddock.

Saginaw’s Early History: 1850s to 1870s (174) After lumber was discovered in 1847, both Saginaws experienced exceptional growth during the 1850s to 1870s. The post-Civil War era was one of the most prosperous growth periods in Saginaw history. The lumber and salt industries obtained their labor from the large immigration to the Saginaw Valley. Local author Roselynn Ederer will discuss these three decades of history along with some events from her just published book, Saginaw Adventures With Georg.

Tuesdays:October 20, 27 & November 3 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: C140

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Mondays: November 2 & 9 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $18 Members; $36 Non-Members Room: C129

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Best of Behind Closed Doors (177)

Local Native American History (175)

Over the years, our Behind Closed Doors class has visited some especially interesting organizations. This class includes repeat visits to three of these: Pumford Construction, established in 1938, builds a variety of facilities including LEED certified buildings; Morley Companies, established in1863, whose current services include meetings and incentives, business process outsourcing, and exhibits and displays; and Standard Electric Supply Co., established in 1911, which provides a wide-range of products to the industrial market. After each tour, you will have an opportunity to join the class for lunch at a nearby restaurant. Your hosts are OLLI members Maggie and Dan Kempf. The class is held off campus and you are responsible for your own transportation. You will be sent addresses and phone numbers for each site, and lunch information when you register.

The Great Lakes Bay area has a rich Native American history. In this three-session class you will learn more about the everyday life and the culture of the Council of Three Fires tribes, the Ojibwa, Ottawa, Potawatomi Indians and other Great Lakes tribes. Our class leader is Mike Slasinski, retired owner of Hawk Design, a mechanical design company.

He has amassed a large collection of artifacts and just last year donated a portion of his collection to the Castle Museum. The first class will be held in Slasinski’s basement, which has been turned into a museum. Sessions two and three will be held at SVSU. You will receive Slasinski’s address upon registration.

Mondays: November 2, 9 & 16 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: Off-Site/C129

Wednesdays: October 7, November 4 & December 2 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Local Commerce & Financial/Life Planning Behind Closed Doors (176) In this unique “class” you will visit three local companies/organizations and learn more about them. Visits include: the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Bay City, a Freemasonry membership organization which also rents facilities to the general public; Spicer Group, a consulting engineering firm with offices in Saginaw and St. John; and our third visit will be to The Standing Company in Bridgeport which manufactures a unique wheelchair which allows users to stand. After each tour, you will have an opportunity to join the class for lunch at a nearby restaurant. Your hosts are OLLI members Maggie and Dan Kempf.

The class is held off campus and you are responsible for your own transportation. You will be sent addresses and phone numbers for each site and lunch information when you register.

Financial Second Opinion (178) The course is designed to provide you with an action plan to protect yourself against the various threats to your financial future. After answering a series of questions with a simple “yes” or “no,” you will leave the class with a list of actions to take. This list will give you a clear understanding of what you need to do to protect both you and your assets. Reverse mortgages, estate planning, tax minimization, too much or too little insurance, portfolio risk, annuities, outliving your investments, and post-retirement planning will be addressed. It is common practice to acquire a medical second opinion; this course provides

Wednesdays: September 16, October 21 and November 18 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

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the same service to your fiscal health. The class will be taught by Kim Gardey, Chairman of Gardey Financial Advisors. He has counseled hundreds of clients in his career as a financial advisor.

Current Events & Social Studies

Thursdays: October 1 & 8 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $18 Members; $36 Non-Members Room: C129

Maximize Your Medicare (179) Last October, Jae W. Oh provided an excellent presentation at our monthly meeting on how you can maximize your Medicare benefits. Oh is back with updated information for 2016. He will focus on what you need to know before you make decisions during the open enrollment period. He is the author of Maximize Your Medicare: Understanding Medicare, Protecting Your Health, and Minimizing Costs. Oh has served in a variety of management roles on three continents in the securities industry. He is also an expert contributor to a website powered by the nation’s second largest provider of Medicare, Humana. There will be plenty of time to get your questions answered. Although this program is free of charge, please pre-register so we know how many to expect.

Key Issues in the Supreme Court’s 2014-15 Term (181)

The Supreme Court is the final arbiter of what our Constitution says and means, and each term it is called upon to decide important questions that balance the powers of our governments and the rights of our citizens. Similarly to other courses led by Eric Gilbertson, course discussion will focus on rulings from recent cases decided by the United States Supreme Court in the 2014-15 term. These will include cases involving capital punishment, congressional redistricting, freedom of speech, the Affordable Care Act, same-sex marriages and others. Gilbertson is now SVSU’s Executive in Residence, Academic Affairs.

Wednesday: October 14 • 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Price: Free for Members; $15 for Non-Members Room: Banquet C - Curtiss Hall

Answers for Aging Population (180) What choices do you have for in-home care? What services are available? Is a will enough? What is a living trust? What is assisted living? How do I pay for it? What decisions must I make concerning nursing homes? What is Medicare Part D? When is it appropriate to call hospice? Am I eligible for Veterans Benefits? At some point most people face difficult decisions about aging and care. Life expectancy is now 77 and the fastest growing segment of the population in the U.S. is 85+. This class will be led by Roy Schulthesis, owner of Comfort Keepers in Bay City, Saginaw, and Midland. Guest speakers will cover nursing home law, Veteran’s Benefits and more.

Tuesdays: October 6 & 13 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $18 Members; $36 Non-Members Room: Banquet C - Curtiss Hall

The Constitutional Amendments (182) Since its creation over 200 years ago, the Constitution remains the greatest legal document ever written, and it is a living document. This class will take a look at the 27 amendments to the constitution. We will examine why they came about and what ideas did not become amendments. Article 5, the process of amending the Constitution, will be explained. Copies of the amendments will be distributed. OLLI member and retired school teacher Jim Reha will lead the class.

Tuesdays: October 20, 27 & November 3 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $23 Members; $46 Non-members Room: C129

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China Rising... (185) The United States became a unipolar hegemon by default in December 1991 with the collapse of the Soviet Union. Unipolar hegemons have limited life spans for a number of reasons. Since the creation of the nation-state with the Treaty of Westphalia in 1648, the world has seen many hegemons – Spain, France and England are now former hegemons. The United States, at some point, will also become a former hegemon as our ability to dominate world affairs declines.

The most likely candidate to replace the United States at present is China. This course will explore China rising. The class will be led by Jim Johnson, an adjunct political science professor and attorney.

World and United States Political Update (183) This course will combine our frequent global political update of trends and political events which shape our world with an in-depth look at the status of candidates and issues one year out from the 2016 presidential election.

The first primaries will occur in a matter of weeks from this course and we will analyze which candidates are best positioned to make it through the maze of presidential politics.

The class will be led by Jim Johnson, an adjunct political science professor and attorney.

Wednesday & Thursday: September 23 & 24 1 - 5 p.m.

Price: $27 Members: $54 Non-Members Room: Banquet C - Curtiss Hall

Monday & Tuesday: November 9 & 10 • 1 - 5 p.m.

Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: Banquet C - Curtiss Hall

Issues in the News (184) This class will discuss various issues currently in the news. There will be two topics in each of the four class periods. A 15-20 minute video from TED.com will present one speaker’s view of the issue. Each talk will be followed by class discussion of that topic.

TED talks don’t just present a summary of events and their causes. They tend to focus on innovative ideas and broad issues. Topics include: how we’re priming kids for college versus prison; lack of law enforcement as a hidden reason for world poverty; people of Muslim heritage challenging fundamentalism; fighting injustice with hidden cameras; which country does the most good for the world; how not to be ignorant about the world; how equal do we want income to be worldwide; and the workforce crisis of 2030.

The class will be moderated by OLLI member Carol Gohm.

Class & Trip Cancellation Policy Policy for Classes: $10 cancellation fee. The remainder of the registration fee will be refunded or remain as a credit on your account. The cancellation must be done by one week prior to the first class or no refund will be given.

Policy for Day Trips: $10 cancellation fee. If your spot is filled from the wait list, the remainder of the registration fee will be refunded. If your spot isn’t filled and you cancel less than one month prior to the trip your registration fee will be forfeited.

Thursdays: November 12, 19, December 3 & 10 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140 Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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9:30 a.m. Welcome 9:45 a.m. Program

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PMore than 80 classes to choose from on such diverse topics as architecture, technology, Buddhism, China, Civil War, strength training, forensic science, Shaker box making & much more! (pages 12-30) PEleven fun day trips including the Detroit Zoo, La Boheme at the Detroit Opera House, Dirty Dancing at the Fisher, Handel’s Messiah at Hill Auditorium and ArtPrize in Grand Rapids (pages 8-11) PTechnology Tuesdays: Drone Technology & Using Your FitBit Free for OLLI members (page 22) PSVSU football game and tailgate - September 19 (page 7)

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