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Tuscaloosa · Gadsden
Greater Birmingham · Greensboro
North and South Pickens County
Richard Rhone, Ed.D.,
President
OLLI at The University
of Alabama
We’ve just completed a most successful spring term, had an outstanding, enjoyable evening
at our Annual Gala, began our new Mini-Mester, had informative community meetings, had
our annual instructor recognition, began our new registration procedure, gained numerous
new members and now we eagerly begin a new summer semester! It’s important that we all
recognize the countless hours of necessary preparation that go into ensuring the success and
continued growth of OLLI.
OLLI is fortunate to have four wonderful, cheerful staff members from the CCS that
work with us. They do an excellent job. But, at the same time, I hope all of our members
recognize the vital importance of the member volunteers in our member-led organization.
Countless numbers of individual members throughout West Alabama in all our chapters
donate their valuable time and effort to ensure that OLLI provides the wonderful classes, travel
opportunities, Bonus programs, and social activities we all so enjoy. Whether as an officer
or Board member, an instructor, a presenter, a facilitator, a committee member, or one who
agrees to volunteer when needed, our dedicated members are at the forefront of making OLLI
successful. Indeed, those who faithfully attend and participate in our classes and activities are
the most important part of our volunteer effort.
So, thank you all, for all you do! Service to each other is certainly a noble activity and I
believe we are creating a better world for each other. “What is the use of living, if it be not to
strive for noble causes and to make this muddled world a better place for those who will live in it
after we are gone?” – Winston Churchill
Membership is the heart of any organization. By continuing to share our OLLI with others, OLLI at UA has
become a way to enrich the mental and physical well-being of our members. Be a part of our continuing success
by inviting friends to become a part of the OLLI family. – Sharon Shelton
OLLI Board Members
Officers
President
Richard Rhone, Ed.D.
[email protected]
Secretary
Marty Massengale
[email protected]
Member-at-Large
Patti Trethaway
[email protected]
Committee Chairs
Membership
Sharon Shelton, Ph.D.
[email protected]
Past President
Francine Marasco, Ph.D.
[email protected]
Treasurer
Dorothy Peacock
[email protected]
Member-at-Large
Chris Bell
[email protected]
Social
Carolyn Gunter
[email protected]
VP, Long-Range Planning
Hattie Kaufman
[email protected]
Parliamentarian
Edward “Buck” Whatley
[email protected]
Member-at-Large, Gadsden
Kathy Russell
[email protected]
Social
Mary Ann McKissick
[email protected]
VP, Curriculum
Brenda Harris
[email protected]
Historian
Dot Martin
[email protected]
Marketing
Amelia Yessick
[email protected]
VP, Gadsden
George Tilbury
[email protected]
OLLI Director
Jennifer Anderson
[email protected]
Member-at-Large,
Birmingham
Connie Arnwine
[email protected]
BCC Designee
Leroy Hurt, Associate Dean
[email protected]
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Membership....................................................................4
Tuscaloosa
Courses.....................................................................6
Field Trips ............................................................ 12
Registration........................................................... 15
Gadsden
Welcome and Locations...................................... 18
Courses.................................................................. 18
Bonus Programs................................................... 20
Field Trips............................................................. 21
Special Events....................................................... 22
Registration........................................................... 23
Greater Birmingham
Welcome and Locations...................................... 25
Courses.................................................................. 25
Bonus Programs................................................... 26
Field Trips............................................................. 27
Registration .......................................................... 29
North Pickens
Courses and Registration.................................... 31
Begin your OLLI experience with us.
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at The University
of Alabama is a membership program that is member-planned
and member-managed. Become a member regardless of where
you live. Currently we offer programming in Tuscaloosa,
Birmingham, Gadsden, Vestavia, Hoover, Homewood,
Greensboro, Gordo, and Aliceville. Member participation
and volunteerism are the fuels for the success of OLLI. Being
involved in OLLI provides you boundless opportunities for
social interaction, numerous classes for the mind and body, as
well as field trips and social events. You will enjoy the learning
atmosphere and rich collaboration with other adults. Members
select from dozens of courses each semester to attend or teach.
Because of financial support from the Bernard Osher Foundation,
The University of Alabama’s College of Continuing Studies,
partners, and our own members, OLLI fees are kept amazingly
low each semester.
Benefits of Being a Member:
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Intellectual, cultural, and social interaction
Increased knowledge, exploration of new interests
Bonus presentations, field trips, and socials
Bama Perks with your UA Action Card
Online video lectures
Understanding Your Membership
Registration Considerations: Your courtesy and
assistance are appreciated in these matters:
• Only sign up for courses you plan to attend. If
your plans change, promptly contact Registration
Services at 205-348-3000 to drop the course.
• Register for only one course per any given day
and time.
• Using a credit card is the preferred method of
payment.
Class Cancellations: If classes are cancelled for
any reason and you are enrolled in the class, you
will be notified via email or phone prior to the
start of the class.
Weather Incidents: OLLI adheres to the UA
inclement weather policy regardless of the chapter
location. If UA is closed due to the weather, OLLI
will not hold classes at any location.
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LLI membership is just $25, once per year, and gives you
access to all the benefits listed above.
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ach semester, you may elect to register for courses, as many as
you like, for a semester course fee.
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handful of courses have additional material fees, and most
field trips have fees to cover costs.
Consider Teaching for OLLI
Many adults choose to share their passion through teaching.
You choose your curriculum and there are no assignments to
grade. If you are interested in teaching at OLLI, please contact the
representative in your area:
Tuscaloosa: Brenda Harris, [email protected]
Gadsden: Kathy Russell, [email protected]
Birmingham: Nancy Ekberg, [email protected]
Greensboro: Buck Whatley, [email protected]
N. Pickens: Craig Patterson, [email protected]
S. Pickens: Johnie McKinzey, [email protected], or
Sara Peebles, [email protected]
Have a Course Proposal? Visit OLLI.UA.EDU and follow the
links to submit a course proposal.
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Calling All Volunteers!
Get involved by volunteering to become part of a committee!
Sign Up and Get Involved!
Online Lectures:
Summer 2016 with
Your Membership!
As a new benefit with your OLLI membership, you
may choose to sign up for the following pre-recorded
online video lectures! Any member from any chapter
may register for these lectures. We will send a link
directly to you so that you can watch these lectures
from the privacy of your home or wherever you
choose. Register for the Video lectures through
registration services.
Origins and Conduct of World War I with Bruce
Burrows
Learn the role of national alliances in taking minor
disagreements to complete war, and find out how both
sexes were unprepared for the consequences of modern
warfare.
World War II, Europe with Bruce Burrows
Learn about the devastating six-year war beginning with
the installation of Hitler as Chancellor of Germany and
Roosevelt as President of the U.S. Focuses on political
and military leaders.
Cuba
Eight fascinating expert presentations on Cuba,
including current US-Cuban politics, history, health
care, photography of daily life, music, archaeology, Bay
of Pigs invasion, and UA's Cuba Initiative.
A Potpourri of 20th Century Women with Jill Stokley
Learn about cultural movers and shakers Geraldine
Ferraro, Margaret Mead, Margaret Chase Smith, Shirley
Chisholm, Rosa Parks, and Helen Keller.
George Washington with Richard Rhone
Study the military and political experiences of the
Father of Our Country, with greater emphasis on his
personality as well as the more intimate details of his
personal and family life.
The Curriculum Committee plans, implements and evaluates
all OLLI courses and programs. Contact: Brenda Harris,
817-319-0321, [email protected]
The Membership Committee works to build and sustain a
strong and active OLLI membership.
Contact: Sharon Shelton, [email protected]
The Social Committee promotes interaction among the OLLI
members by planning and implementing social events on a
regular basis. Contact: Mary Ann McKissick, 571-521-9038,
[email protected]
The Marketing and Publicity Committee works with the CCS
marketing staff to develop and implement marketing for OLLI
activities and to provide appropriate publicity for OLLI and its
activities. Contact: Amelia Yessick, [email protected]
There are so many ways that you can get involved, including
planning a field trip, facilitating a course, teaching a course,
establishing an interest group, speaking to groups, and more.
When it comes to making OLLI a quality program for our
members, there is no job that is too small. We appreciate all of
our volunteers and would love to have more.
Scholarships
Do not let financial reasons keep you from Learning to Live
and Living to Learn. We can help through our Community
Grant which was funded through the generosity of an
anonymous donor. A scholarship for half of your membership,
course fee and local field trip fees is available. Call Jennifer
Anderson at 205-348-3002 or complete the scholarship form
found on our website, OLLI.UA.EDU.
Giving to OLLI
If you would like to give a gift to OLLI, you can do so by
visiting olligiving.ua.edu. If you would like your gift to be
designated for scholarships, a specific chapter, or an area of
interest, please explain in the note section under your gift
amount.You may also call Brett Riley at 205-348-1158 and he
will be glad to assist you with your gift.
No gift is too small. We appreciate all of our donors.
Ten years of teaching mostly history has been remarkable
about keeping the cobwebs out of my brain. Teaching
on a regular basis helps my memory too, because I don’t
lecture from notes. Also, modern research and presentation
methods like YouTube and Wickipedia offer significantly
more interesting programs than traditional PowerPoint
and textbooks. Most importantly to me is the desire of the
senior students to really learn, much more so than their
undergraduate counterparts.
– Bruce Burrows, Volunteer Instructor, Past President
TUSCALOOSA
OLLI Office
The OLLI Administrative Office is located in the Bryant
Conference Center, 240 Paul W Bryant Dr, Tuscaloosa.
Class Locations
Monday Courses
1968: Year of Ferment and Change
9:00 – 10:15 am, Monday
June 6, 13, 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25; Aug 1
A10
240 Paul W Bryant Dr, Tuscaloosa
Instructor: Earl Tilford
What do you remember about 1968? Over eight weeks, we will examine
this historical watershed year - a leap year and “year of the monkey,”
when America and the world experienced a cultural and political shift
from modernity to the post-modern era. The focus will be the when,
what, where, why, how and impact of those changes politically and
culturally.
Black Warrior Studio
A11
All courses are held at the Bryant Conference Center
unless otherwise noted in the catalog.
Bryant Conference Center (BCC)
2929 10th Avenue, Tuscaloosa
Clay Co-op, Kentuck Art Center
503 Main Avenue, Northport
Clarke Building, Kentuck Art Center
Restoring Piece
Parking on UA Campus
OLLI members need to complete a parking permit form
for their patron permit. This form will be available at the
Registration Day on May 19th at the Bryant Conference
Center, or you may contact the OLLI office to have it
emailed directly to you.
Retired from The University of Alabama?
Call Parking Services at 348-5471 to obtain a permit.
Mark Your Calendar!
Summer Registration
& Open House
Bryant Conference Center
May 19, 2016
9:00 – 3:00 pm
Fun with Photography
9:00 – 10:15 am, Monday
June 6, 13, 20, 27
Instructor: Philip Malone
We will explore ways to have fun taking photographs and creative ways
to use the camera to make life more enjoyable. This includes your
vacation photos, as well as ways to use your phone camera to help with
everyday chores. We will show you how to use very simple techniques
to play with your photographs and have fun creating stunning results
using software that is simple and free. The aim is to give you a few tools
to explore your creativity and develop your own style. No Photoshop
(TM) will be used in this class. The class will be very interactive with the
attendees.
Folk Art Quilting
9:00 – 11:00 am, Monday
June 6, 13, 20, 27
Class location: Clarke Building at Kentuck Art Center
A12
Instructor: Yvonne Wells
Noted quilting artist, Yvonne Wells, will guide students to explore their
creativity as they design a quilt from the provided fabric, notions, and
“surprises”, plus sewing notions brought from their own homes. This
class is done with needle and thread, not sewing machines. Come and
tell your own story the folk art quilting way. Bring pins, needles, thread,
a thimble, and a good pair of scissors. Students will be instructed about
bringing their personal choice of notions. Class Size Limit: 5 students.
Fee $15
Geology in Alabama
9:00 – 10:15 am, Monday
A13
July 11, 18, 25; Aug 1
Instructor: Philip Malone
Join us, as we take a look at the basic geology of Alabama and how it has
helped shape its history. We will study the role geology had in forming
the different areas in the state, such as the forest, plains and mountains,
along with its influence on farming, mining, the petroleum industry,
and urban development. We will also explore some of the more
beautiful areas created by the many landforms in the state, such as rock
formations, rivers, beaches, caves and waterfalls.
Join us for a “cool treat”!
Ice Cream Social
Tuesday, June 7th – 11:45 - 1:00 pm
TUSCALOOSA
SUMMER 2016
Monday Courses Continued
Development of the Electoral College
10:30 – 11:45 am, Monday
June 6, 13, 20, 27
A14
Instructor: Bruce Burrows
As we prepare for our quadrennial presidential election, it is
good to note that this is the only non-democratic election this
country holds. This course will review the evolvement of the
Electoral College to its present condition and review some of the
pitfalls that occurred along the way.
Media Matters
10:30 – 11:45 am, Monday July 11, 18, 25; Aug 1
A15
Instructor: Mary Tillotson
In this course, we will continue to look at public policy issues
and how they are covered by the mass media. We’ll also look at
the issues which are frequently, and perhaps tellingly, ignored
by the media, and why that might be happening. You’ll have the
chance to share and discuss your opinions on the topics of the
day. Everyone attending these sessions will be encouraged to
participate in an open dialog on these intriguing subjects.
Natchez to New Orleans: A Plantation Parade
Noon – 1:15 pm, Monday
June 6, 13, 20, 27
A16
Instructor: Ian Crawford
Let’s take an in-depth look at the culture and trends of the 19th
century people, who settled and lived along the Mississippi River
from Natchez to New Orleans. From the Creole customs to the
new American trends, from plantation families to city houses,
from steamboats to mule wagons, there is much to learn about
this vibrant time and place. The class will culminate in a Creole
dinner (price of dinner not included in registration).
Cyber Security: Identity Theft
June 6, 13, 20, 27
A17
Instructor: Ashley Ewing
Security breaches have been in the news. Find out how they
relate to you. Learn some of the common malicious tactics used
to trick people into providing access to their computers and
other personal information. We’ll talk about how to recognize
common phishing emails, how to secure your information,
and how to destroy or wipe that information before disposal or
donation of old devices. We’ll present options on what to do in
the event you fall victim to one of these schemes.
Bad Women of the Bible
July 11, 18, 25; Aug 1
A18
Instructor: Jill Stokley
Join us as we study the lives of several “Bad Women of the Bible”.
We will examine their issues and times. Come and participate in
the discussion on each of these women.
What is Encaustic Painting?
1:00 – 3:00 pm, Monday
A19
June 6
Instructor: Tonyia Tidline
Do you want to know about encaustic painting? Come see and
touch real examples and listen to some history, background, and
discussion of this heated beeswax and colored pigment painting
process that dates as far back as the 5th century B. C. While
this is NOT a hands-on painting class, you will get a chance to
see what encaustic painting is all about. Class Size Limit: 15
students
Revolting Women
1:45 – 3:00 pm
A20
Monday, June 6, 13, 20, 27
Instructor: Richard Rhone
With the emphasis on the Founding Fathers during the
American Revolution and its aftermath, we sometimes overlook
the significant contributions made by women in founding our
Republic. It was a different time and women’s roles may have
been legally limited, but that did not limit the courage of our
female Patriots. We’ll look at the lives of Abigail Adams, Betsy
Ross, Martha Washington and others, and the personal sacrifices
they made during these turbulent times. In our last class, guest
speaker Major Thomas Melville will share his thoughts on the
upcoming Independence Day.
Underwater Archaeology
1:45 – 3:00 pm, Monday
July 11, 18, 25; Aug 1
A21
Instructor: Richard Diehl
Underwater archaeology is not treasure hunting, but rather
archaeology practiced underwater. It is not restricted to the
study of shipwrecks, but includes any human traces found in
the water or in water-logged settings, including sunken cities,
boats, wharves, isolated artifacts, and areas submerged by rising
sea levels in the past 10,000 years. In this course, we will delve
into this fascinating topic through films that illustrate the special
approaches that underwater archaeologists must use and the
surprising results of their investigations.
Mad about These Movies!
3:15 – end of program, Monday
June 6, 13, 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25; Aug 1
A22
Coordinators: Amelia Yessick, David McKissick
Relax and enjoy a special movie selected just for you by a fellow
OLLI member. Perhaps, you will see an old favorite, but more
likely it will be something new and heretofore unappreciated.
See you at the movies!
June 6: “Tootsie”, 1982. An American comedy about a
temperamental actor who revives his career by posing as a
woman on a hit TV soap opera, starring Dustin Hoffman and
Jessica Lange. It was the second highest grossing movie of 1982
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TUSCALOOSA
Monday Courses Continued
and was nominated for 10 Academy Awards. Presented by
Amelia Yessick, 116 minutes.
June 13: “The Dresser”, 2015. British drama starring Sir
Anthony Hopkins as an aging actor and Sir Ian McKellen as his
personal assistant; it’s a peek at the real drama behind the scenes
at a play. Presented by Roberta Weisberg, 120 minutes.
June 20: “Frequency”, 2000. A thriller-drama about radio
contact with someone who died 30 years earlier, starring Dennis
Quaid. “Keeps the audience spellbound” was the consensus
in reviews. Music was nominated for a Golden Globe Award.
Presented by Linda Rosen, 118 minutes.
June 27: “Wuthering Heights”, 1992. A remake of a classic
English Gothic romance starring Ralph Fiennes as Heathcliff.
Presented by David McKissick, 105 minutes.
July 11: “Sarah’s Key”, 2010. In modern-day Paris, a
journalist (Kristin Scott Thomas) finds her life becoming
entwined with a young girl whose family was torn apart during
the notorious Vel’ d’Hiv Roundup in 1942. Presented by Mary
Ann McKissick, 111 minutes.
Excel for Beginners
6:00 – 7:15 pm
Monday, June 6, 13, 20, 27
A24
Instructor: Susan Lee
There are many things you can do with Excel. Join us, as we
take a look at the basics, and a little more, of how Excel can
make your life easier. You’ll learn how to make use of Excel
when keeping track of your budget, doing your taxes, making
an inventory of household items, or even maintaining a minidatabase of contact and birthday information that you can use to
send invitations, greeting cards, and announcements to family
and friends!
Beginning Word
6:00 – 7:15 pm
M
onday, July 11, 18, 25; Aug 1
A25
Instructor: Susan Lee
New to Microsoft Word or just want to take your Word
knowledge up a notch? Join us as we cover basic Word topics
such as navigating the program, editing and formatting text,
page setup, previewing and printing, and much more. Learn
how you can use Word in your daily life and how easy it really is!
Tuesday Courses
July 18: “Miracle”, 2004. The story of the 1980 U.S. Olympic
Hockey Team and their unlikely victory over a seemingly
invincible Russian team, starring Kurt Russell as the inspiring
coach. Won Best Family Film and Best Sports Film. Presented
by Brenda Harris, 135 minutes.
A26
July 25: “Citizen Kane”, 1941. Following the death of a
publishing tycoon, news reporters scramble to discover the
meaning of his final utterance. An American classic starring
Oscar Wells (who also wrote and directed it) and Joseph Cotton.
Received the Oscar for Best Writer. Presented by Bob and
Dorothy Pieroni, 119 minutes.
Instructor: Jim Ezell
Ever wonder why Tuscaloosa is sometimes spelled “Tuskaloosa”,
has the nicknames “Queen City” and “Druid City”, or why local
leaders opposed secession in 1861? What role did slaves and
Indians play in the capital being moved to Montgomery? Why
was early Northport known as “Kentuck”? This fast-paced
course addresses these questions and many more.
August 1: “The Black Swan”, 2010. A psychological thriller
about a ballerina (Natalie Portman) who begins to lose her grip
on reality in the high pressure world of professional dance. The
film received five Oscar nominations and won the Oscar for Best
Actress. Presented by Sandy Stimpson, 108 minutes.
Armchair Travel
3:15 – 4:30 pm, Monday
June 6, 13, 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25; Aug 1
A23
Presenters: Various speakers
There are many kinds of travelers. There are the ones who
simply want to go from Point A to Point B without much bustle.
There are the regulars on the travel circuit, for whom the journey
is more important than the destination. Then, there are the
ones who would love to travel but are moored to one place for
whatever rhyme or reason. Join us as we hear from different
speakers about their trips -big or small - from the comfort of
your OLLI chair. Remember, no money, no passport, and no
shots required – the luxury of armchair travel is accessible
to us all!
The First 200 Years:
A Quick, Quirky Review of Tuscaloosa’s History
9:00 – 10:15 am, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28
A Confident Retirement:
Essential Steps to Make This Happen
9:00 – 10:15 am, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28
A27
Instructors: Ted Jackson and Jack Evans
Looking for a stress-free retirement? In this four-week course,
you will learn about important tax savings strategies, guaranteed
lifetime income sources, the importance of investment
diversification, and more. We will also cover the crucial steps
you need to know to prepare for unexpected risks during
retirement and go over how you can make sure you have taken
all the proper estate planning steps.
TUSCALOOSA
SUMMER 2016
Tuesday Courses Continued
Introduction to Landscape Painting (Oil)
9:00 – 12:00 pm, Tuesday
June 7, 14
A28
Instructor: Jack Kidd
Come learn the basics of painting landscapes using water
miscible oils, including composition, the four planes of a
landscape scene, linear and atmospheric perspective, color
harmony, color transition, and edges. We will also cover some of
the basics for the first-time students that include characteristics
of water miscible oils, brushes, canvas types, painting knives, and
other tools. Class Size Limit: 10 students, Fee $25
Retro Report
9:00 – 10:15 am, Tuesday
A29
July 12, 19, 26; Aug 2
Instructor: Brenda Harris
How often does a great story dominate the headlines, only to
be dropped from the news cycle? How often do journalists tell
us of a looming danger or important discovery – only to move
quickly to the next new thing? What really happened? How did
these events change us? What are the lingering consequences
that may affect our society to this day? Combining documentary
techniques with shoe-leather reporting, Retro Report peels back
the layers of some of the most perplexing news stories of our
past, with the goal of encouraging you to think more critically
about current events and the media. Join us, as we review and
discuss these stories and gain new insight into the events that
shaped our lives.
A Confident Retirement:
Essential Steps to Make This Happen
9:00 – 10:15 am, Tuesday July 12, 19, 26; Aug 2
A30
Instructors: Ted Jackson and Jack Evans
Looking for a stress-free retirement? In this four-week course,
you will learn about important tax savings strategies, guaranteed
lifetime income sources, the importance of investment
diversification, and more. We will also cover the crucial steps
you need to know to prepare for unexpected risks during
retirement and go over how you can make sure you have taken
all the proper estate planning steps.
The Great Painters of the 16th and 17th Century
10:30 – 11:45 am, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28
A31
Instructor: Kitty Johnson
This course will discuss some of the great masterworks of the
Renaissance and the Baroque era, showing their secrets, their
connections, and why they mean so much to us today.
Living With Your iPhone or iPad
10:30 – 11:45 am, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 12, 19, 26; Aug 2
A32
Instructor: Kenneth Kuntz
Get comfortable with your iPhone or iPad in this eight-week
course! Select the best apps and organize them. Learn about
iCloud and sharing, conserving battery power, protecting your
privacy, syncing your computer and IOS device, and more. For
two sessions, we will focus on the camera and photo functions
and present a sampling of apps for editing and adding variety to
your photos. This course only covers Apple devices.
Participants must bring their own device.
A Blast from the Past:
Tuscaloosa History in the Archive
10:30 – 11:45 am, Tuesday July 12, 19, 26; Aug 2
A33
Instructor: Kate Matheny
The W. S. Hoole Special Collections Library at The University
of Alabama is a rich repository of Alabama history, and it’s no
surprise that much of this material is centered on Tuscaloosa.
This class will cover some major moments and themes in
Tuscaloosa’s past, whether familiar or forgotten. You’ll also
learn a bit about the range of local history resources available at
Hoole and how to find these materials. The course will be led by
Hoole’s outreach and instruction librarian.
Gentle Ballet
Noon – 1:00 pm, Tuesday
A34
June 7, 14, 21, 28
Class location: Ballet Arts & Fitness,
312 Merchants Walk, Ste 4B, Tuscaloosa
Instructor: Alison Hollingsworth
Basic beginner ballet with a gentle approach for joint health
and no special attire is needed. Please wear comfortable
workout clothing and socks. We will work on building strength,
stretching, correct posture, and balance all while learning the
grace and beauty of basic ballet movements. This class will be
for OLLI members only. Class Size Limit: 10 students
Continuation of Beginning Crochet
Noon – 1:15 pm, Tuesday July 12, 19, 26; Aug 2
A35
Instructor: Mary Ann McKissick
This is a continuation of the Spring 2016 Beginning Crochet
class and is limited to students who took the Spring 2016
Beginning Crochet class. Students will bring work in progress.
Class Size Limit: 15 students
Paint Play 101 with Chalk Paint
1:00 – 2:30 pm, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21; July 12, 19, 26
A36
Class Location: Restoring Piece, Northport
Instructor: Jeni Bowen
In this six-session class, we’ll cover the basics of chalk paint,
including several techniques such as two-color distressed
finishes, smooth or modern finishes, cracked and rustic finishes,
applying a soft wash over gilded molding, and saying goodbye
to sandpaper for good. You’ll leave this class with a newfound
confidence to tackle your next project. Class Size Limit: 13
students. Fee $50
TUSCALOOSA
It’s Painting Cats in Acrylics
1:00 – 3:00 pm, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28
A37
Instructor: Emily Mitchell
Paint a realistic style gray tabby cat in acrylics. Students
will work with a provided sketch, a reference photo and the
instructor’s guidance, plus step-by-step demonstration with
enough room for creativity, so that no two paintings will be
alike. This class is not open to students who have already taken
“It’s Painting Cats and Dogs.” Class Size Limit: 8 students. Fee
$20
Woodworking: Furniture Building
1:00 – 4:00 pm, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28
A38
Class Location: Black Warrior Studio
Instructor: Ed Allen
In this class, students will be taught tool safety and then will
build their own piece of small furniture. It is for both beginning
and intermediate woodworking students. All materials will be
supplied. Class Size Limit: 4 students. Fee $25
It’s Painting Dogs in Acrylics
1:00 – 3:00 pm, Tuesday
July 12, 19, 26; Aug 2
A39
Instructor: Emily Mitchell
Paint a realistic style basset dog in acrylics. Students will work
with a provided sketch, a reference photo and the instructor’s
guidance, plus step-by-step demonstration with enough room
for creativity, so that no two paintings will be alike. This class is
not open to students who have already taken “It’s Painting Cats
and Dogs.” Class Size Limit: 8 students. Fee $20
Navigating the Waters:
A Four Level Approach to Senior Living
1:45 – 3:00 pm, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28
A40
Instructor: Tori Burden
OLLI members who are experiencing the aging process with
their parents, friends, or even for themselves, will have an
opportunity to learn about and discuss each of the four levels
of Senior Care. Topics will include, “Independent Living and
Home Health Care,” “Assisted Living,” “Specialty Care Assisted
Living,” and “Long-Term Nursing Care and Hospice”.
HERstory: Women in American History
1:45 – 3:00 pm, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28
A41
Instructor: Andrea Dobynes
HERstory will be a survey of women’s contributions to American
history. These women trailblazers risked their lives and their
dignity for Women’s Rights, Civil Rights, Pay Equity, Education,
and more. From Susan B. Anthony to Ida B. Wells, we will cover
the lives of these legendary women. Using biographies, their
speeches, poetry, and film, we will finally allow these amazing
women a chance to tell HERstory.
Alabama Politics
1:45 – 3:00 pm, Tuesday
A42
July 12, 19, 26; Aug 2
Instructor: Bill Stewart
Come join us, as we continue to tackle the difficult questions
that arise when looking at Alabama politics. We will take a hard
look at our state’s political system, as seen from the local and the
national point of view.
The American Gangster Film
3:15 – 4:30 pm, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 12, 19, 26; Aug 2
A43
Instructor: Larry Fagen
From a short silent film, The Musketeers of Pig Alley (1912),
through the classic gangster films of the 1930s, (Little Caesar,
Public Enemy, Scarface), to the Godfather films of the 1970s,
and finally the 1980s and 1990s mafia TV series, Americans have
had a fascination with “gangsters” and “gangster” films. Over
the course of eight sessions, we will view movies from Edward
G. Robinson’s uncouth “Little Caesar” (1931), through Marlon
Brando’s Academy Award performance in “On the Waterfront”
(1954). Hopefully, we can engender some post-viewing
conversation on the films and some repeating themes.
Beginner’s Guide to Android Phone / Tablet
6:00 – 7:15 pm, Tuesday
June 7, 14, 21, 28
A44
Instructor: Lacee Nisbett
Need help with your new Android phone or tablet? Whether
you’re new to smart devices or switching from an iPhone or
Blackberry, this course will guide you through the basics of
owning an Android device! Learn to set up and access your
Google Account from your phone or tablet, the basics of using
the keyboard, installing and managing apps, setting up general
and privacy settings, and browsing the Internet safely, along with
how to utilize the email, calendar, camera, and music apps. This
course will only cover Android devices, not Apple equipment.
Participants need to bring their own Android Phone or Tablet —
no equipment will be furnished.
Wednesday Courses
About Boating Safely
9:00 am – 12:30 pm, Wednesday and Thursday
July 13, 14, consecutive days
A45
Instructor: Richard Byrne
If you are interested in an exciting, in-depth boating safely
course, join us for this two-day beginner boating class. We will
give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety
certification in many states. Many boat insurance companies
will offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who
successfully complete About Boating Safely. Passing the course
TUSCALOOSA
SUMMER 2016
Quilting Christmas Ornaments (select one)
A52 3:00 – 4:15 pm, Wednesday
June 8 and 15
July 13 and 20
Wednesday Courses Continued
exam provides the certificate needed for an Alabama boating
license. Handbook included. Class Size Limit: 20 students. Fee: $25
A Book Make-Over
10:00 – 12:15 pm, Wednesday
A46
June 8, 15, 22
Instructor: Suzanne Gray
This three-class series is an exercise in rethinking either an
ordinary book or a special book and discovering the art object
within it. Students will bring a book that will get a unique
make-over. Examples and inspiration will be provided. Class Size
Limit: 6 students. Fee $15
ChocoArt - A Chocolate Painting Class (select one)
A47 10:30 – 12:30 pm, Wednesday
July 27
July 27
Instructor: Heather Reier
Led by an instructor from Peterbrooke Chocolatier, participants
will use their own creativity to paint a chocolate frame and
other edible chocolate items with chocolate. We will provide
pictures for inspiration or you can make your own designs. Class
members will paint a chocolate frame, a chocolate lolli, and two
chocolate numbers to package and take home. Class Size Limit:
10 students. Fee $35
Blender Papermaking (select one)
June 8
June 22
Instructor: Vickie House
Have you ever used a blender to make paper? Learn to recycle
paper scraps into colorful art paper. Students will leave with
their brand new art paper and the ability to create more at home.
Class Size Limit: 8 students.
Furniture Stripping and Refinishing
1:00 – 4:00 pm, Wednesday
June 8, 15, 22, 29
A51
Class Location: Black Warrior Studio
Instructors: Ed Allen, David Allen
Take the mystery out of furniture refurbishment. Join us and
learn the techniques needed to strip and refinish furniture. You’ll
even get a chance to do a real project and create a revitalized
treasure of your choosing. We recommend selecting a small
piece of furniture that you would like to see refurbished, such as
a table or a chair. Aside from the furniture itself, we’ll provide all
other materials. Class Size Limit: 4 students. Fee $25
Instructors: Candy Hayes, Lonna Holman, Renee Sullivan
If you would like to make a beautiful fabric ornament which
looks like quilting without any sewing, this two day workshop
is for you! Even the cutting of the fabric squares is already done
for you by the team of instructors. Using pins, Styrofoam, and
coordinating fabric squares, you will create a unique Christmas
ornament with the added benefit of knowing how to do this craft
in your own home. Choose either the June or the July sessions.
Class Size Limit: 10 students. Fee $15
Thursday Courses
Drawing for the Absolute Beginner
A54 10:00 - 12:00 pm, Thursday June 9, 16, 23, 30
Instructor: Kelsey Windham
Learn the basics of beginning drawing. Explore the uses of
versatile drawing materials such as Conte crayons, charcoal,
special use drawing pencils and a large scale drawing surface.
This class is for beginners. Class Size Limit: 10 students. Fee $25
Children’s Felt Christmas Tree (select one)
A55 1:00 – 4:00 pm, Thursday
June 16
A56 9:00 – 12:00 pm, Thursday
July 14
Instructor: Brenda Harris
Learn to make the perfect (and easy) children’s Christmas gift.
Each student will make two completed felt Christmas tree wall
hangings about 36” x 42” in size, along with felt ornaments,
which the children can enjoy using to decorate the trees. In
addition, take-home instructions will be provided. Just bring
your glue gun and extra glue sticks, along with a good pair
of scissors; all other materials will be provided. No sewing
required. Class Size Limit: 10 students. Fee $30
ChocoArt - A Chocolate Painting Class (select one)
A57 12:30 – 2:30 pm, Thursday
June 23
A58 3:00 – 5:00 pm, Thursday
June 23
Instructor: Heather Reier
Led by an instructor from Peterbrooke Chocolatier, participants
will use their own creativity to paint a chocolate frame and
other edible chocolate items with chocolate. We will provide
pictures for inspiration or you can make your own designs. Class
members will paint a chocolate frame, a chocolate lolli, and two
chocolate numbers to package and take home. Class Size Limit:
10 students. Fee $35
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Thursday Courses Continued
Intermediate Woodturning
1:00 – 4:00 pm, Thursday
A59
June 9, 16, 23, 30
Class location: Black Warrior Studio
Instructors: Ed Allen, Bill Hubbard
This class will expand the skills of anyone with knowledge of the
lathe and basic turning skills. Group and individual instruction
will assist you in completing projects you can take home and use.
Class Size Limit: 4 students. Fee $25
Decorating with Blooms, Branches and a Bluff
1:00 – 3:00 pm, Thursday
July 28
A60
Instructor: Deborah Hughes
Life is one big celebration - birthdays, holidays, weddings,
retirements, fundraisers, and awards banquets. Watch and learn
the art of transforming common and inexpensive materials to
have a big impact, for special occasions and events with this
presentation and demonstration. You will leave with a greater
appreciation of what you can do with everyday items! Class Size
Limit: 15 students
Department of Art & Art History, UA Campus
Wednesday, June 1
A72
Facilitator: Peggy Hamner
Registration deadline: Monday, May 23
Depart BCC: 9:45 am; return 1:30 pm
Fee: $20 (for transportation)
Activity Level: moderate (walking in and between buildings,
standing)
Join our first ever OLLI tour of UA’s Department of Art and Art
History’s teaching facilities. We’ll start at the Ceramics & COE
Foundry to see its facilities for creating sculptures and ceramics.
From there, we’ll walk to Woods Hall to visit the Sella-Granata
Art Gallery, a sculpture workshop, and classrooms for design,
printmaking, painting, drawing, photography and digital media.
Along the way, we’ll talk with instructors and students in the
department. Our tour will end in the Ferguson Center for a
Dutch-treat lunch in the food court and a visit to the student
store with its wealth of UA-themed merchandise.
Fairhope and History of the Arts
Thursday, June 2 – Sunday, June 5
A73
If you have any trip suggestions, questions, or would like to
become part of the Travel Committee, please contact Peggy
Hamner, chair, [email protected].
Facilitators: Mark Sfirri and Jennifer Anderson
Registration deadline: Thursday, May 19
Depart BCC: 10:00 am, June 2; return 6:00 pm, June 5
Fee: $430 dbl (transportation, breakfast, 1 lunch)
Activity Level: moderate (extended walking and standing)
Mark Sfirri, an internationally known woodworking artist
will guide us to explore art and art history in Fairhope, AL.
Renowned artist historian from Fairhope, Dean Mosher, will
give a personal tour of his hand-built home and studio, the
Mosher Castle. We will tour the Marietta Johnson Museum,
Fairhope Museum of History, and enjoy the Friday Art walk
in downtown Fairhope. Master potter Tom Jones, another
local artist, will provide a unique look at his quality ceramics.
Included will be a lunch at the beautiful The Grand Hotel.
Activity Level Icons
A74
Field Trips
All field trips depart from the BCC unless otherwise specified.
NEW CANCELLATION POLICY: There will be NO refunds
on ANY trips. Please make sure that you will be able to attend
before registering. If you do decide to cancel a trip, please
contact Registration Services at 205-348-3000.
Walking,
Walking,
Extended
Flat
Uneven/Outdoors Standing
Discover the Past; Dearborn, MI
Wednesday, June 8 – Sunday, June 12
Easy
(Sitting)
Stairs or
Climb
Alabama Baseball Game and Tour of the “Joe”
Tuesday, May 17
A71
Facilitators: Marion Reed and Jennifer Anderson
Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 10
Depart: Meet at Alabama Baseball Stadium
Time: TBD based on confirmation of game schedule
Fee: $5 (includes ticket and tour)
Activity Level: easy
Join us at the “Joe” to cheer on the Alabama Baseball Team vs
Samford University. Food may be purchased inside the stadium.
Transportation is on your own to the stadium.
Facilitators: Amelia & Bill Yessick
Registration deadline: May 25
Depart BCC: 8:30 am, Wednesday, June 8; return 4:00 pm,
Sunday, June 12
Fee: $595 dbl (includes transportation, lodging, 2 tours, 1
box lunch, breakfasts; other meals are Dutch-treat)
Activity level: moderate/strenuous (walking in and between
buildings, standing)
Travel with OLLI to the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield
Village in Dearborn, MI. Our first stop will be Louisville,
KY, where we will spend the night and in the morning, tour
the Frazier Historic Museum, which brings to life 1,000 years
of world and American history, and see a special exhibit
commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark
Expedition. On to Cincinnati, OH, to take a “view of the giant
murals” walking tour, have lunch, and tour the Town Square
Fountain and Park. We’ll spend the next two nights in
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SUMMER 2016
Field Trips Continued
Maumee, OH. Friday, we will tour the Ford Museum where
a LOT more than cars is on exhibit! Think whole diesel train
engines, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, etc.; everything artfully displayed.
Next door is Greenfield Village, where we can tour an authentic
turn of the century sawmill, grist mill, blacksmith shop,
schoolhouse, pubs, and colonial restaurants, while strolling or
riding through a replica of an old village, which includes Thomas
Edison’s workshop, rebuilt on the spot. After leaving Maumee
on Saturday, we will stop in historic Elizabethtown, KY, for the
night. On Sunday morning, we will take a brief driving tour of
the town, and on the way home, stop for lunch in Athens, AL.
Bryant-Denny Stadium and Digital Media Center
Thursday, June 9
A76
Facilitator: Brenda Harris
Registration deadline: May 26
Fee: $18 (includes ticket, transportation; Dutch-treat lunch)
Activity Level: moderate (extended walking and standing, two
staircases or elevator)
Kick off the 2016 football season with a tour of Bryant-Denny
Stadium. The tour may include Donor Hall of Recognition,
South Zone, Sky Box, Press Box, Recruiting Room, Home
Locker Room, and a walk by the field (not on the field) for a
photo opportunity. The tour route involves almost one mile of
walking and two staircases. (Elevators are available. BryantDenny Stadium is ADA accessible.) After the stadium tour, we’ll
enjoy a Dutch-treat lunch, your choice of Zoe’s in the Stadium or
Rama Jama’s next door. After lunch, we’ll visit the Digital Media
Center (DMC), located in Bryant-Denny Stadium and one of the
largest teaching centers of its type in the nation. This state-ofthe-art facility houses WVUA23, the Center for Public Television
and Radio, and UA Athletics’ Crimson Tide Productions.
Photo Field Trip and Workshop
Wednesday, June 15
A76
Facilitators: Philip Malone and Kenneth Kuntz
Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 1
Fee: $20 (transportation, Dutch-treat lunch)
Activity Level: easy (walking uneven surfaces/outdoors)
This will be a one-day field trip for camera enthusiasts to
photograph areas at Capitol Park, Westervelt Japanese Gardens,
The University of Alabama Arboretum, and Manderson Landing.
Tips on improving your photographic skills and using your
creativity will be given. You will pick your top five photos to be
displayed at OLLI the following week. We will adjust the areas
we visit depending on the weather. This trip is for photographers
of all levels, so bring your camera equipment (any type is fine),
and enjoy a day of creativity and sharing ideas. Lunch will be
Dutch-treat downtown.
OLLI
Having
UnicoiMembers
State Park andare
Helen,
Georgia Fun!
A77
Thursday, June 16 – Saturday, June 18
Facilitators: Beth Seale and Lois Strachan
Registration deadline: June 2
Depart BCC: 8:30 am, June 16
Fee: $356 dbl (includes transportation, lodging, 2 breakfasts,
1 box lunch; other meals Dutch-treat)
Activity Level: moderate (extended walking and standing)
Travel to Helen, Georgia, a re-creation of a Bavarian Alpine
village, complete with cobblestone streets. On the way, we
will enjoy a Dutch-treat lunch and visit Nacoochee Village for
shopping and sight-seeing, before checking in at the Lodge in
Unicoi Sate Park. After time to relax, we’ll drive to downtown
Helen for touring, shopping and supper. Helen has more than
200 specialty shops, offering everything from candle-making
and glass-blowing to cuckoo clocks and quilts. Dining options
range from traditional German fare to traditional Southern. On
Friday, after our complimentary breakfast, a Naturalist will tell
us about scenic Unicoi State Park and the surrounding area.
Next, we will drive along Russell Brasstown Scenic Byway (with
waterfalls along the way). We will reach the summit of 4,784’
high Brasstown Bald by shuttle for a 360 degree view of the
countryside, then stop at beautiful Anna Ruby Falls in Unicoi
State Park. After lunch, we’ll drive to Cleveland, GA, to visit the
local Cottage Vineyard and Winery, with mountain views, fine
wines, cheeses and music. Cost is $7 for a tasting of five wines
and $10 for eight wines. We’ll return to Helen for a Dutch-treat
dinner at a local German-themed restaurant. After breakfast and
checkout on Saturday, we’ll head home, with a stop at Amicalola
Falls and, if time allows, a visit to the historic Village of Sautee,
with a Dutch-treat lunch along the way.
Black Warrior River, Holt Lock and Dam
Wednesday, June 22
A78
Facilitators: Lawson Hamilton and Peggy Hamner
Depart BCC: 9:30 am; return by 3:30 pm
Fee: $30 (includes transportation and lunch)
Activity level: easy
Our voyage begins with a bus ride from the BCC to the Holt
Lock and Dam Resource Center. Then, a presentation at the lock,
as a vessel passes through the Holt Lock (a 64 foot rise). Lunch
and other presentations will be in the classroom at the Resource
Center. Presentations will include:
• History of the Alabama River Projects with special emphasis on
the Black Warrior waterway system.
• Commerce on the Black Warrior-Tombigbee Waterway and the
economic impact on the area as millions of tons of commerce
move over the system each year. Electrical generation at several
dam sites provide clean and economical hydroelectric power to
the region.
• Recreational facilities provided by more than 40,000 acres
of lakes in a natural setting for fishing, hunting, watersports,
camping, hiking, etc.
• Ecological and environmental considerations for the area.
Reference materials will be provided for the presentations.
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Helen Keller Festival, Tuscumbia
Friday, June 24-Saturday, June 25
A79
Facilitators: Beth Seale and Judy Campbell
Registration deadline: Friday, June 3
Depart BCC: 8:00 am, June 24
Fee: $226.00 double, $265.00 single (includes
transportation, lodging, one breakfast, one lunch, one dinner,
and tickets to all attractions; gratuities not included)
Activity Level: moderate (walking inside and outdoors)
Travel to Tuscumbia, AL, to enjoy the Helen Keller Festival.
Highlights of the trip include a visit to the W.C. Handy home, a
tour of the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, a self-guided tour of
Ivy Green, home of Helen Keller, and a live performance of The
Miracle Worker, the story of Helen Keller’s life and that of her
teacher, Annie Sullivan. On Saturday, we will have lunch at the
Rattlesnake Saloon, the “watering hole under the rock”, and have
time for shopping and visiting the Arts and Crafts Festival at
Spring Park.
Rickwood Caverns
Wednesday, July 13
A80
Facilitators: Philip Malone, Gloria and Rodney Oglesby
Fee: $50 (includes transportation and lunch)
Activity Level: strenuous (walking uneven/outdoors, about 200
steps in cave)
Escape summer’s sweltering heat with a guided tour of Rickwood
Caverns, a massive cave that contains 260-million-year-old
formations that were created by water. This underground
wonder maintains a constant 58-62 degree temperature, as you
descend 175 feet beneath the earth’s surface. On our way to the
caverns, we will describe the geology of cave development and
talk about roadside geology that we see on the ride. We’ll enjoy a
box lunch after our cave tour.
Pepper Place Farmers Market
Saturday, July 16
Facilitators: Judy Campbell and Peggy Hamner
A81
Registration deadline: Friday, July 1
Fee: $32 (transportation; Dutch-treat lunch)
Activity Level: moderate (lots of walking on level surfaces)
Fill up your recyclable bags at the largest farmer’s market in
the southeast, located in the historic Dr. Pepper Complex near
downtown Birmingham. We will visit areas for crafts, vegetables,
fruits, breads and other summer offerings, watch cooking
demonstrations and visit adjacent home décor and garden shops.
We will then head to Niki’s West for a Dutch-treat cafeteria-style
lunch, where you can choose from an astonishing variety of
main and side dishes and luscious desserts! Might need to nap
on the ride home…
Birmingham Museum of Art
Thursday, July 21
A82
Facilitator: Peggy Hamner
Registration deadline: Thursday, July 7
Depart BCC: 9:00 am; return by 3:45 pm
Fee: $32 (includes transportation and museum admission)
Activity Level: easy/moderate (walking, standing, sitting)
Enjoy a day of art and a delicious lunch at the Museum of
Art in Birmingham, housing one of the finest collections in
the Southeast. On a special tour for adults, “Crosscurrents
of Culture”, our guide will use objects created by Native
American, African, and Asian cultures to provide comparative
information about the cultural beliefs and traditions of these
ancient civilizations. After the tour, we’ll have a Dutch-treat
lunch at Oscar’s at the Museum. Then you’ll have time to visit
the Museum shop and explore the galleries exhibiting more
than 27,000 paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, video, and
decorative arts, that span more than 4,000 years and represent
cultures from around the globe.
Phifer’s Design Studio and Tuscaloosa’s
Recycling Plant
Wednesday, July 27
A83
Facilitators: Brenda Harris and Peggy Hamner
Registration deadline: Thursday, July 14
Fee: $12 (transportation)
Activity Level: moderate (walking and standing)
Phifer, Inc., in Tuscaloosa, began in the 1950s as a weaver of
aluminum insect screening, but through time, its weaving
expertise has expanded to include innovative woven fabrics
for specialty markets. Today, Phifer is the largest producer of
fabrics for interior and exterior sun control in the world. We
will have a rare opportunity to step inside Phifer’s state-ofthe-art Design Studio to see how Phifer’s designers combine
their creative and technical skills to create textile products
for sale around the world. From Phifer, we will move on to
the Tuscaloosa Environmental Services’ recycling facility that
processes cardboard, papers, cans, plastics, electronic waste,
and, most recently, glass. You will hear a presentation about
the Environmental Services Department and stand on the
observation deck to watch the recycling process from start to
finish. To recover from observing all this bustling activity, we’ll
stop for a Dutch-treat lunch before returning to the BCC.
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SUMMER COURSES
[ ] A10 1968: Year of Ferment and Change
[ ] A11 Fun With Photography
[ ] A12 Folk Art Quilting – $15
[ ] A13 Geology in Alabama
[ ] A14 Development of the Electoral College
[ ] A15 Media Matters
[ ] A16 Natchez to New Orleans: A Plantation Parade
[ ] A17 Cyber Security: Identity Theft
[ ] A18 Bad Women of the Bible
[ ] A19 What is Encaustic Painting?
[ ] A20 Revolting Women
[ ] A21 Underwater Archaeology
[ ] A22 Mad about these Movies
[ ] A23 Armchair Travel
[ ] A24 Excel for Beginners
[ ] A25 Beginning Word
[ ] A26 The First 200 Years: A Quick, Quirky Review of Tuscaloosa’s History
[ ] A27 A Confident Retirement: Essential Steps to Make This Happen
[ ] A28 Introduction to Landscape Painting (oil) – $25
[ ] A29 Retro Report
[ ] A30 A Confident Retirement: Essential Steps to Make this Happen (Repeat)
[ ] A31 The Great Painters of the 16th and 17th Century
[ ] A32 Living with Your iPhone or iPad
[ ] A33 A Blast From the Past: Tuscaloosa History in the Archive
[ ] A34 Gentle Ballet
[ ] A35 Continuation of Beginning Crochet
[ ] A36 Paint Play 101 with Chalk Paint – $50
[ ] A37 It’s Painting Cats in Acrylics – $20
[ ] A38 Woodworking: Furniture Building – $25
[ ] A39 It’s Painting Dogs in Acrylics – $20
[ ] A40 Navigating the Waters: A Four Level Approach to Senior Living
[ ] A41 HERstory: Women in American History
[ ] A42 Alabama Politics
[ ] A43 The American Gangster Film
[ ] A44 Beginner’s Guide to Android Phone/Tablet
[ ] A45 About Boating Safely – $25
[ ] A46 A Book Make-Over – $15
[ ] A47 ChocArt- A Chocolate Painting Class – 10:30-12:30 pm class - $35
[ ] A48 ChocArt- A Chocolate Painting Class – 1- 3 pm class - $35
[ ] A49 Blender Papermaking – 12:30 pm June 8
[ ] A50 Blender Papermaking – 12:30 pm June 22
[ ] A51 Furniture Stripping and Refinishing – $25
[ ] A52 Quilting Christmas Ornaments – June class - $15
[ ] A53 Quilting Christmas Ornaments – July class - $15
[ ] A54 Drawing for the Absolute Beginner – $25
[ ] A55 Children’s Felt Christmas Tree – June class - $30
[ ] A56 Children’s Felt Christmas Tree – July class - $15
[ ] A57 ChocArt- A Chocolate Painting Class – 12:30 pm class - $35
[ ] A58 ChocArt- A Chocolate Painting Class – 3:00 pm class - $35
[ ] A59 Intermediate Woodturning – $25
[ ] A60 Decorating with Blooms, Branches, and a Bluff
FIELD TRIPS
[ ] A71 Alabama Baseball game and tour of the”Joe” 5/17 - $5
[ ] A72 Department of Art & Art History, UA Campus 6/1 - $5
[ ] A73 Fairhope and History of the Arts 6/2-6/5 - $430 dbl only
[ ] A74 Discover the Past; Dearborn MI 6/8-6/12 - $595 dbl only
[ ] A75 Bryant-Denny Stadium and Digital Media Center 6/9 - $18
[ ] A76 Photo Field Trip and Workshop 6/15 - $18
[ ] A77 Unicoi State Park and Helen, GA 6/16 - 6/18 - $356 dbl
[ ] A78 Black Warrior River, Holt Lock and Dam 6/22 - $30
[ ] A79 Helen Keller Festival, Tuscumbia 6/24 - 6/25 - $265 sgl
[ ] A79 Helen Keller Festival, Tuscumbia 6/24 - 6/25 - $226 dbl
[ ] A80 Rickwood Caverns 7/13 - $50
[ ] A81 Pepper Place Farmers Market 7/16 - $30
[ ] A82 Birmingham Museum of Art 7/21 - $32
[ ] A83 Phifer’s Design Studio & Tuscaloosa’s Recycling Plant 7/27 - $12
GADSDEN
As Albert Einstein said, “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for
tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.” The OLLI
Mark Your Calendar!
program offers challenging course material, but there are no exams
Summer Registration
& Open House
May 12, 2016
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Gadsden Center
have to; where you decide what you want to study and how you want
Food, Fun, and Friendship!
Come Join Us!
Courses are held at the
UA Gadsden Center unless
otherwise noted.
and no grades. It’s where you go because you want to, not because you
to study it. Volunteer instructors, most often OLLI members, share
their expertise and passion in courses that span diverse topics.
I invite you to join us in an adventure you’ll never forget. Enjoy
intellectual, cultural and social interaction with your fellow classmates
in a fun environment. This is a fun way to learn something new, share
your own experiences, see new places, and make new friends. Come
see for yourself!
– Shirley duPont
There will be no classes on Mondays.
Tuesday Courses
“To the Barricades!”
10:00-11:30 am, Tuesdays
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The UA Gadsden Center
121 North 1st Street, Gadsden, AL
Gadsden Public Library
254 College Street, Gadsden, AL
Gadsden Senior
Activity Center
623 Broad Street, Gadsden AL
June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26
Instructor: Linda York – Room 110
This semester, we will venture into European political history looking into the
fascinating period of the French Revolution and the Age of Napoleon. We will go
from the frivolity of life at Versailles, the pampered Queen Marie Antoinette and her
inadequate King Louis XVI, to the fall of the Bastille, the creation of the first written
constitution in Europe, the advent of the guillotine, to the coming of political
stability and military glory through the Little Corporal, Napoleon Bonaparte. We
will look at the causes of the French Revolution, the consequences of the revolution,
and the rise of nationalism after the fall of Napoleon at the battle of Waterloo. Even
though the defeat of Napoleon occurred 99 years before the beginning of World War
I, the European settlement after Napoleon will lead directly to events that will cause
World War I. Come join us as we study Liberte’, Egalite’, and Fraternite’.
Bridge for Beginners
1:00-2:30 pm, Tuesdays G11
June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26
Instructor: Miki Cook
*Class held in the Bridge Room (second floor) of the Senior Activity Center at
623 Broad Street, Gadsden, AL 35901
This course is designed for those who have some experience playing bridge but may
have forgotten many of the common bridge practices, rules, and regulations. You
will review how to evaluate your hand, bid, respond, make your contract, and play
bridge. You will play bridge every week and practice, practice, practice. Do not
miss this opportunity to keep your mind active.
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Mahjong
1:00-2:30 pm, Tuesdays
June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26
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Instructor: Charlotte Cohn – Room 101
Learn about this ancient Chinese tile game that is part luck,
part skill, and all fun. We will begin with the basics for absolute
“newbies”, as well as provide strategies and pointers for those
wanting to improve their playing skills.
“What’s Your Story?
June 7, 14, 21, 28; July 5, 12
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Instructor: Bill Browning – Room 110
This is a course about how to write your life story and that of
your ancestors: Writing your Legacy. Researching your family
tree is one thing, one means of answering the questions, “Who
am I and where did I come from”? I am a writer, a memoirist,
and lately a genealogist. I also grew up in that southern tradition
of storytelling. After researching my family tree, I found the
result to be a skeleton, lacking the flesh and blood of narrative.
As members of my family passed away, I realized that I wanted
to know more about them. I was out of luck. They were gone.
Family members saw the tree and they wanted to know more
about each of those little branches. More demands for narrative.
What really gave my research a kick-start was discovering “errors
in the code”. Mistakes made by other family genealogists. There
was one glaring example; my great, great, grand-uncle. He was
not in the Confederate Army unit ascribed by family Bibles. I
found him on the rosters of two Union Cavalry units! Later I
obtained copies of his service records and discovered a skeleton
in the family closet. His three brothers fought in Rebel units.
Now, here was a story! This course describes the reasons for
writing your story. Your written legacy is a gift to your children
and grandchildren. It is a gift of discovery, a gift of love and
honors the past. I take you through the “whys”, the “wherefores”,
and “how to” elements of research and writing. Everyone has
a story to tell and everybody can write. Your results will be
rewarded.
Get Your Groove Back
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June 7, 14, 21, 28
Instructors: Susie and James Adams – Room 101
A line dance is a choreographed dance with a repeated sequence
of steps, in which a group of people dance in one or more rows,
without regard for the gender of the individuals, all facing
either each other or in the same direction, and executing the
steps at the same time. Line dancing is practiced and learned in
country-western dance bars, social clubs, ballrooms, and OLLI
classes. Come get your “groove” on, as Susie and James teach us
the latest dances. We will look like pros!
Wednesday Courses
History Over Easy
10:00-11:30 am, Wednesdays
June 8, 15, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27
G15
Moderators: John McFarland and Randy Holland
Room 111 for June, Room 110 for July
This novel approach to history introduces a “topic du jour” and
allows class participants to chart the course of the discussions.
With Internet sources available, the moderators’ wide range of
knowledge, and members’ input, you can expect a kaleidoscope
of ideas. Politics and religion are never off-limits, as long as
discussion remains civil. Previous topics have included the
origin of our food sources, Civil Rights in Gadsden, cemeteries,
sociopathy, humor, and medical ethics.
The Completely Subjective Orchestra Conductor’s
Guide to Eight Symphonies You Should Know
10:00-11:30 am, Wednesdays June 8, 15, 22, 29
G16
Instructor: Mike Gagliardo, EYO Music Director and Conductor
Room 110
We’ll look at:
Wednesday, June 8th – Haydn Symphony No. 104, “London,” &
Mozart Symphony No. 40
Wednesday, June 15th – Beethoven Symphonies No. 5 & 9,
“Choral”
Wednesday, June 22nd – Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5 &
Dvorak Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”
Wednesday, June 29th – Copland Symphony No. 3 & Hanson
Symphony No. 2, “Romantic”
Let’s make it! Let’s drink it!
10:00-11:30 am, Wednesdays
G17
July 6, 13, 20, 27
Instructor: Janie Coppey
*Class will be held at Wills Creek Vineyard, 12661 Duck
Springs Rd, Attalla, AL
Note: This class is limited to the first six who enroll.
Students will meet at the winery for lessons on the art of wine
making. You will see the supplies, the tools, and learn the
steps you’ll need to start making your own wine. As you make
your wine, you can continue to return for advice and tips on
how to make sure you capture the best flavor. The winery sells
everything you need to get started. After you have learned the
art of wine-making, you can take home your first kit and get
started right away.
OLLI is for learners. You can help
OLLI grow by introducing friends.
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Wednesday Courses Continued
Financial Planning for the Mature Adult
1:00-2:30 pm, Wednesdays
June 8, 15, 22, 29
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The Constitution of the United States of America
July 6, 13, 20, 27
Instructor: Craig Scott
*Class held in the computer classroom (second floor) of
the Gadsden Public Library, located at 254 College Street,
Gadsden, AL 35901
Once you’ve mastered the basics of computer research, exploring
your family’s roots becomes even more intriguing, as Craig
introduces an array of reliable sources and links to the past
from the collection of The Gadsden Public Library. Previous
computer experience is a MUST!
G18
Instructor: Financial Group – Room 110
This course will give an overview of financial matters specific
to those in the pre-retirement and retirement phase of life.
Financial topics to be discussed include estate planning,
insurance planning, tax planning, and discussions of appropriate
investments in today’s economic environment. Along with
instruction, there will be time for questions on topics of your
particular interest.
G19
Instructor: Bill Browning – Room 110
The U.S. Constitution is the foundation of American government
(at all levels). It is the oldest constitution in the world and
the United States is the oldest democracy in the world. Have
you read this fundamental document? Do you understand
its content and impact on our lives? This course will take an
in-depth look at the document analyzing its content Article
by Article, section by section, and line by line. We will look at
what led to its writing, what rights and freedoms it addresses
(and not), how it has changed over more than 235 years and
various interpretations. It seems especially timely that we study
it now, in the midst of an election year: for all Representatives,
one-third of the Senate and, of course, a bitterly contested
presidential race. Another important event is the recent death
of Supreme Court Justice Anton Scalia, which has resulted in a
bitter contest between the Senate and President over the right of
the President to appoint a successor to the Court.
American Literature of the Mid-Nineteenth Century
June 8, 15, 22, 29; July 6, 13
G20
Instructor: Dave Murdock – Room 110
Since the 1941 publication of F.O. Matthiessen’s groundbreaking
book, American Renaissance, the middle of the nineteenth
century has been viewed as a formative period of American
literature. Although people had been writing in America since
the earliest exploration and colonization, many literary scholars
have argued that a recognizably “American” literature does not
form until the
nineteenth century, with the period from 1850 to 1855 being the
moment that defines much of what we now think of as classic
American literature.
Week One: Introduction – Precursors in Poe and Emerson
Week Two: Nathaniel Hawthorne
Week Three: Herman Melville
Week Four: Henry David Thoreau
Week Five: Walt Whitman
Week Six: Emily Dickinson
Ongoing Genealogy Club
9:30-11:30 am, Thursdays
June 9, 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28
Movie’s Great; is the Book Better?
1:00-2:30 pm, Thursdays
June 9, 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28
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Instructor: Shirley du Pont – Room 111
How many times have you wondered if the book might
have been better, more detailed, or contained more wellrounded characters? Here is the perfect venue for comparison.
We will view one half of the movie and compare the book at
each session. We will be able to enjoy film adaptations, while
savoring the original works as well.
In Cold Blood released 1966, based on the book In Cold Blood
by Truman Capote and published in 1966
Helter Skelter released 1976, based on the book Helter Skelter
by Vincent Bugliosi and published in 1974
The Phenix City Story released 1955, based on the book The
Tragedy and Triumph of Phenix City, Alabama, by Margaret
Anne Barnes and published in 2012
The Onion Field released 1976, based on the book The Onion
Field by Joseph Wambaugh and published in 1973
Thursday Bonus Days
ALL BONUSES WILL BE HELD ON
THURSDAYS 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Man Food: Recipes from Pig Iron Rough Notes
Magazine, 1928-1950 – June 16
G40
Presenter: Karen Utz – Room 110
In November 1926, Sloss Furnaces launched a new marketing
venture to help it compete in the foundry business. Known as
Pig Iron Rough Notes, a name based on the expression “as rough
as pig iron,” it began as a small monthly publication with around
600 subscribers. Despite its small stature, Rough Notes became
one of Sloss Furnaces’ greatest contributions to the advancement
of the foundry trade, playing an educational role, as well as a
technical role. Realizing that prominent foundry men would
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Thursday Bonus Courses Continued
appreciate free advertising and seeing their company’s name in
print, Russell Hunt, the editor, devoted one or two articles in
every issue to a leading entrepreneur, facility, or community that
was predominately associated with the foundry trade.
Knowing the passion foundry men had for the “great
outdoors,” Hunt encouraged his readers to submit their hunting
and fishing experiences, as well as the recipes that resulted
from these outdoor excursions. The enthusiastic response
to Hunt’s request resulted in a small feature located on the
back page entitled A Gentleman Cooks. Introduced in the
1936 fall edition, A Gentleman Cooks (with its customary
byline, “Cookery is becoming an art, a noble science; cooks are
gentlemen!”) became a standard feature of the magazine and
offered recipes ranging from Tennessee Squirrel Stew to Catfish
Chowder. The 1948 publication featured Muskrat Stew and
recommended that the first thing one must do in preparing
this delicacy was to “skin, decapitate and remove entrails,
being careful not to puncture musk gland.” Fun PowerPoint
presentation that explains the overall significance of the book, as
well as lots of interesting and “unique” recipes!
G41
Know your iPhone/iPad – June 23
Presenter: Kenneth Kuntz – Room 110
This session will focus on useful Apps and tips for searching
the App Store. We will concentrate on Apps that are helpful for
traveling. These Apps include Maps, Weather, and other services
for the times when you are on the go. We will talk briefly about
some of the additions with the newer IOS versions and newer
phones.
(Note: This will cover only Apple iPhones and iPads. Ken cannot
teach Android or Samsung phones and tablets.)
G42
Fourth of July Party – June 30
Presenter: Shirley du Pont – Room 101
Come get the holiday started early. We will eat, drink, laugh,
talk, and be merry; all those things you do at a party. Don’t miss
this fun OLLI time. Come celebrate our nation’s anniversary.
G43
The Life & Morals of Jesus of Nazareth – July 7
Presenter: Skip Campbell – Room 110
The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth, commonly referred
to as the Jefferson Bible, was a book constructed by Thomas
Jefferson over a number of years and completed around 1819,
by meticulously cutting and pasting (with a razor and glue),
numerous sections from various translations of the New
Testament (Greek, Latin, French, and English) as extractions
of the doctrine of Jesus. This short course will take place over
two sessions; the first (July 7th), showing a video providing
an overview of Jefferson’s Bible, while the second (July 14th),
will allow for an examination of the actual text and for group
discussion.
G44 The
Life & Morals of Jesus of Nazareth (cont’d) July 14
Presenter: Skip Campbell – Room 110
The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth, commonly referred
to as the Jefferson Bible, was a book constructed by Thomas
Jefferson over a number of years and completed around 1819,
by meticulously cutting and pasting (with a razor and glue),
numerous sections from various translations of the New
Testament (Greek, Latin, French, and English) as extractions
of the doctrine of Jesus. This short course will take place over
two sessions; the first (July 7th), showing a video providing
an overview of Jefferson’s Bible, while the second (July 14th),
will allow for an examination of the actual text and for group
discussion.
G45
I Painted My Masterpiece – July 21
Presenter: Susan Thrasher – ROOM 101
Cost: $35
Create your own masterpiece. Susan will inspire you to put your
brush in the paint and let your creative genius take over. She
provides the tips and guidelines - you do the rest. No talent
required; just a desire to paint! It is always amazing to see the
results of this class.
Field Trips
All trips depart from the Gadsden Center, unless otherwise
noted. Registration is limited and on a first come, first served
basis. Fees must be paid with registration. Trips are limited
to 17 for each event. Register early to avoid missing the trip
of your choice.
NEW CANCELLATION POLICY: There will be NO refunds on
Any trips. Please make sure that you will be able to attend
before registering. If you do decide to cancel a trip, please
contact Registration Services at 205-348-3000.
Jeanne Robertson – Friday, June 10
Oxford Performing Arts Center, Anniston, AL
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Tour Manager: Shirley du Pont
Departure time: 5:30 pm
Cost: $45.00 (with Dutch-treat dinner)
At 72 years young, Jeanne Robertson continues to charm
audiences with her humorous observations about life around her.
This former Miss North Carolina, standing tall at six-foot-two,
has an infectious personality, heart and sense of humor. With
eight nationally released DVD’s, three books, hundreds of hours
on Sirius XM satellite radio, and over 30 million YouTube hits,
the demand for Robertson’s family-friendly and engaging brand
of comedy has grown exponentially. Some of her most popular
anecdotes include “Don’t Go to Vegas without a Baptist,” “Don’t
Bungee Jump Naked”, and “Don’t Send a Man to the Grocery
Store.” Robertson’s witty depiction of everyday situations never
fails to have audiences of all ages rolling with laughter. Don’t
miss this performance by a truly funny lady!
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Tigers for Tomorrow – Friday, June 17, Attalla, AL
Departure time: 9:00 am
Cost: $40 (Lunch included)
Tigers for Tomorrow, at Untamed Mountain, is a non-profit
501-c-3 Wild Animal Preserve, home to over 175 animals,
including tigers, mountain lions, African lions, bears, wolves and
black leopards. As a last stop preserve, the animals that come to
live here remain here for the rest of their lives. Located on 140
acres in DeKalb County, Alabama, Untamed Mountain, home
of Tigers for Tomorrow, is open to the public as a premier exotic
animal park and preserve, and family recreational destination.
Their mission is to uphold the highest standards of care and
respect for native and exotic animals in need of a secure and
permanent home. Their goal is to bridge the gap between
humans and animals through education, preservation and
conservation.
Damn Yankees – Sunday, June 26
Virginia Samford Theatre, Birmingham, AL
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Departure time: 1:00 pm
Cost: $45 (with Dutch-treat dinner)
Middle-aged baseball fanatic, Joe Boyd, trades his soul to
the devil, also known as Mr. Applegate, for a chance to lead
his favorite team, the Washington Senators, to victory in the
pennant race against the New York Yankees. Mr. Applegate
grants his wish, turning him into a 22-year-old sports superstar
who must go back to his wife before 9 pm on the final game
day, if he doesn’t want Mr. Applegate to get his soul. Based on
the novel, “The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant” by Douglass
Wallop, Damn Yankees was a Broadway mega-hit and winner of
seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical! A light, fast-paced,
and devilishly clever romantic comedy, that is sure to please.
Berman Museum of World History – Friday, July 22
Anniston Museum of Natural History, Anniston, AL
G53
Cost: $25 (with Dutch-treat lunch)
At the Berman Museum of World History, you will view ancient
treasures and objects from all over the world. Oil paintings,
intricate jade sculptures, expressive Remington bronzes, ancient
and modern weapons, photos, clothing, hands-on displays and
lifelike dioramas fill the galleries, bringing history to life through
the eyes of artists and craftsmen.
At the Anniston Museum of Natural History, there’s something
for everyone. Explore the wilds of Africa, the wonders of the
North American wilderness, and the mysteries of 2,000-year-old
mummies in the seven fascinating exhibit halls of the museum.
Open-air exhibits place you face to face with majestic–and often
deadly–animals! See one of the country’s oldest exhibits of birds
in their habitats, and explore the children’s discovery room for
hands-on experiences with Alabama’s natural wonders. Visit
the Changing Exhibit Gallery for a look at how artists interpret
nature. Stroll along outdoor nature trails and enjoy global
shopping in the Museum Store.
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Int’l Motor Sports Hall of Fame – Friday, July 8
Cost: $35 (with Dutch-treat lunch)
The International Motorsports Museum is dedicated to the
preservation of the history of motorsports. Its collection of
racing vehicles and memorabilia, which is valued at more
than $15 million, is increasing every year. The museum tour
is a walking, self-guided tour that takes approximately an
hour to complete. The Talladega Superspeedway tour lasts
approximately 20 minutes and is narrated by the van driver.
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Special Evening
Saturday, June 18
Wine Tasting at Wills Creek Vineyard
12661 Duck Springs Road
Cost: Wine and hors d’oeuvres $35 per person
(to be paid at the venue)
Meet at 6 pm for an evening of wine tasting at Wills Creek
Vineyard. Hors d’ oeuvres will be provided along with
several wines to taste and enjoy. John and Janie Coppey, your
host and hostess for the evening, invite you to enjoy both
the sensory pleasure of the wines as well as an opportunity
to hear how the climate and soil can determine the taste of
the final product you drink. Whether you are a red, white,
or rose lover, you will enjoy knowing more about the wine
you drink. Some say there is no such thing as a bad wine;
just one that’s not as desirable. Come decide for yourself.
The picturesque, rural panorama found at Vineyard and the
atmosphere of the Duck Springs Valley offer an incomparable
setting for this tasting event.
Dutch-treat Supper Club
Join us for dinner with the OLLI gang at venues that promise
tasty meals ranging from home-cooked to haute cuisine. We will
carpool to these eateries, leaving the Gadsden Center at 5:00 pm.
Note: Participants will be asked to contribute $3 each for the
evening’s transportation. The money will be given to those who
drive. These are carpool trips, so come prepared to help drive.
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Silvertron Café, Tuesday, June 28
3813 Clairmont Avenue, Birmingham, AL
G61
The All Steak Restaurant, Tuesday, July 12
323 3rd Avenue South, Cullman, AL
G62
Zorba’s Restaurant, Tuesday, July 26
8805 North Main Street, Cedartown, GA
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] G40Man Food: Recipes from Pig Iron Rough Magazine, 1928-1950
] G41Know Your Iphone/Ipad
] G42Fourth of July Party
] G43The Life and Morals of Jesus Nazareth
] G44The Life and Morals of Jesus Nazareth Continued
] G45I Painted My Masterpiece, $35
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] G17Let’s Make It! Let’s Drink It!
] G18Financial Planning for the Mature Adult
] G19The Constitution of the United States of America
] G20American Literature of the Mid-Nineteenth Century
] G21Ongoing Genealogy Club
] G22Movie’s Great, is the Book Better?
] G50Jeanne Robertson, $45, June 10
] G51Tigers for Tomorrow, $40, June 17
] G52Damn Yankees, Virginia Samford Theater, $45, June 26
] G55 International Motor Sports Hall of Fame, $35, July 8
] G53Berman Museum of World History, Aniston Museum of Natural
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SUMMER 2016
GREATER BIRMINGHAM
Greater Birmingham Area OLLI meets the needs of
members by offering programs at a variety of locations.
Most of the summer sessions will be held at the Senior
Center in the Vestavia Hills Civic Center, with several at
the Homewood Senior Center, Homewood Library, and
Levite Jewish Community Center. See below for GPSready addresses and phone numbers.
Greater Birmingham Committee
Bob Kolar
Advisory Chair
Nancy Ekberg
Curriculum Chair
Connie ArnwineOLLI UA Board Member-at-Large
for Birmingham
Julie Harper
Membership
Glenn Morgan
Marketing
Linda McCullough Social
Bob Sholund
Field Trips
Martha Weber
Catalog
Greater Birmingham Locations
Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest
1221 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia, AL 35216, 205-978-4678
Vestavia Hills Civic Center
1975 Merryvale Rd, Vestavia, AL 35216, 205-978-0166
Levite Jewish Community Center
3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham, AL 35213, 205-879-0411
Homewood Library
1721 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209, 205-332-6600
Homewood Senior Center
816 Oak Grove Rd, Homewood, AL 35209, 205-332-6500
Tuesday Courses
INTERNATIONAL DANCE
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Tuesday Homewood Senior Center
B11
July 5, 12, 19, 26
Instructor: Barry Ivker, international dance instructor
Barry teaches the dances and culture of Romania, Hungary, Russia,
Israel, and Greece. The dances are simple and engage attendees. Let the
music and dance of another culture expand your understanding of its
people and their customs.
Wednesday Courses
CONFLICT MEDIATION: DIPLOMACY AND TERRORISM
1:30 - 3:00 PM, Wednesday August 10, 17, 24, 31
Vestavia Hills Civic Center - Senior Center
B12
Instructor: Renato Corbetta, Director of International Studies Program, UAB
Explore international conflict and conflict management, international
security, American foreign policy, diplomacy, international relations
theory, foreign policy, international law, and even terrorism.
Thursday Courses
COMPARING WORLD GOVERNMENTS
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Thursday
June 2, 9, 16, 23
B13
Instructor: Adamu Shauku, Teaching Fellow, UA
What makes a country democratic or authoritarian? How do we
distinguish a parliamentary system from our own presidential system?
Learn the principles of political organization through a systematic
examination of countries such as the US, UK, Australia, North Korea,
and South Korea.
AARON BURR: RESPECTED AND REVILED
10:30 - 12:00 PM, Thursday July 7, 14, 21, 28
B14
Monday Courses
NARRATIVE POETRY
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Monday
(each session is two hours)
June 6, 13, 20, 27
B10
Instructor: Bob Lipman, retired instructor of poetry
Explore some of the poems of American and British poets,
including The Raven, The Highwayman, Casey at the Bat,
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening, and The Charge
of the Light Brigade. Examine poetic form, context, and
historical background. Also, we will read some of the
narrative poems based upon O. Henry short stories that
have been written by the instructor.
Instructor: Joanne Bruer, retired instructor of history, Jacksonville
State University
The fascinating life of Aaron Burr (1756-1836), a hero of the American
Revolution, brilliant lawyer, sophisticated intellectual, Vice President
under Thomas Jefferson, a loving husband and father, suspected traitor,
and best known for taking the life of Alexander Hamilton.
July 7: A biographical account of Burr’s early life, marriage, and legal
and political careers; events leading to the tragic duel with Alexander
Hamilton.
July 14: The duel and the aftermath
July 21: Burr as a suspected traitor for his alleged attempt to create a
new empire out of western American territory; his subsequent arrest
and trial for treason.
July 28: Burr’s self-exile to Europe, his return to America and life in
New York City; his declining years and eventual death.
GREATER BIRMINGHAM
Thursday Courses Continued
FAVORITE CLASSIC AMERICAN MOVIES
1:30 – Approx. 3:30 PM (8/25 starts at 1:00 PM)
Thursday, August 4, 11, 18, 25
B15
Coordinator: Nancy Ekberg
Enjoy the full-length version of these classic movies.
August 4: Cool Hand Luke with Paul Newman
August 11: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof with Elizabeth Taylor and
Paul Newman
August 18: Th
e Sting with Paul Newman and Robert Redford
August 25: Little Foxes with Bette Davis
Special event 8/25: Popcorn and soft drinks will be available at
1:00 PM preceding the movie, and you will have the opportunity
to review the fall catalog and to register for courses.
Friday Courses
ROAD TO THE WHITE HOUSE: PRIMARIES,
CONVENTIONS, AND ELECTORAL COLLEGE
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, Friday June 3, 10, 17, 24
B16
Instructor: John McNulty, Assistant Professor of Government, UAB
What really happened in Iowa and how that caucus differs from
most other states’ primaries; how the two parties assign delegates
to the conventions; how the delegates actually vote and the
trading that goes on at conventions; how the numbers add up in
the Electoral College to elect a new president; and the arguments
for and against a one-person, one-vote process of electing our
US President.
HISTORY OF IRAN
2:30 – 4:00 PM, Friday July 8, 15, 22, 29
B17
Instructors: Michael Shabani, Brian Motii, and Allen Shabani,
all of whom grew up in Iran before coming to America
The early history of the Persian Empire, the revolution, presentday Iran and the changes that occurred after the revolution;
as well as Persian literature, poets, holidays, festivals, foods,
customs, and King Cyrus the Great.
Bonus Programs
DOUBLE FEATURE!
B30 OUR PERSONAL FINANCES
10:30 AM – 12 PM
Tuesday, June 14
Presenter: Timothy Dolan, Financial Advisor
At all stages of life, we have many questions about our finances.
This program seeks to answer some of them, with a focus
on estate planning, Social Security, and fixed income. Light
refreshments will be provided.
STATE OF ALABAMA’S BUDGETING PROCESS
1:30 – 3:00 PM, Tuesday
June 14
B31
Presenter: Carol Gundlach, Policy Analyst, Alabama Arise
Learn about the state’s budgeting process, why there are two
budgets, why the majority of taxes are earmarked, what receives
the most money, and why Rainy Day Accounts were established
and how they are used. Learn where the state gets its money and
how it spends what it gets.
CALLING THE RULES:
SEC’S OFFICIALS COORDINATOR TELLS ALL
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesday
June 21
Vestavia Hills Civic Center – Dogwood Room
B32
Presenter: Steve Shaw, Coordinator of Football Officials,
Southeastern Conference
Steve will energetically expound on rules and regulations
affecting the best-loved sport in Alabama. He will update us on
the inclusion of medical observers and the 8th field official in
2015, plus highlight new rules for the 2016 season.
JAPANESE MAPLES: THE ARISTOCRAT OF TREES
1:30 – 3:00 PM, Tuesday
June 28
Vestavia Hills Civic Center – Dogwood Room
B33
Presenter: David Doggett, nursery owner and Jefferson County
Master Gardener
David will present many different cultivars of Japanese maples
and discuss how best to grow them in our climate. He will
describe the grafting process and why this is the most popular
method of propagating Japanese maples.
ALABAMA IDIOMS
6:30 – 8:00 PM, Thursday
Homewood Library
B34
June 30
Presenter: Jim Langley, author and Oak Hill Cemetery historian
A humorous presentation on the sayings unique to Alabama,
showing the history of and reasons behind lyrical words and
phrases we use and misuse.
NEW LEGISLATION AFFECTING ALABAMA’S
TEACHERS AND STUDENTS
1:30 – 3:00 PM, Wednesday
July 20
B35
Presenter: Larry Lee, author and blogger on Alabama education
Learn about the Alabama Accountability Act, Charter Schools,
Common Core, and the proposed RAISE/PREP Act: how they
affect teachers, students, funding, and education outcomes.
Learn about changes in tenure, salaries, teachers with teaching
certification versus adjunct teachers (those with a specialty the
school needs but without a teaching certification). Alabama is
losing teachers and schools are having a hard time filling
classrooms. Is the focus on teaching to the test and judging
teachers by student test scores, plus lack of adequate resources, part
of the reason?
SUMMER 2016
GREATER BIRMINGHAM
Bonus Courses Continued
EVANGELISM IN AMERICA: A CASE OF
UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES
6:30 – 8:00 PM, Thursday
Homewood Library - Round Auditorium
B36
July 21
Presenter: Shirley Worthington, professor of early American
literature, Jefferson State University
Religious freedom is a foundational characteristic of American
colonists, and Puritanism established the most influential iteration.
As religious fervor dimmed, however, the Puritans sought to revive
their “glory days” but instead unleashed their evangelical antithesis.
ALABAMA ROCKS 101–THE GEOLOGY OF ALABAMA:
Why the Land is Not Flat and the Dirt is Red and What
Roamed This Land before We Did
1:30 – 3:00 PM, Tuesday
August 2
B37
Presenter: Barbara Brande, Assistant Professor of Geology,
University of Montevallo
Local geology, natural resources, and geologic history of Alabama,
as well as general geology, including such moving subjects as
earthquakes
LIVING DECISIONS IN THE GOLDEN YEARS
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, Friday
August 5
B38
Presenter: Jack Norris, motivational speaker
We will examine the many decisions you face while planning for
your twilight years. Locations, nursing homes, real estate expenses,
and health-related topics such as “end of life” philosophies and
home modifications weave into this thought-provoking narrative.
References and research data include 17 current articles from major
periodicals, the New York Times, material from a “Death & Dying”
honors psychology course, and a college Gerontology text book.
BUILDING AND LIVING IN A COST-SAVING SOLAR HOME
1:30 – 3:00 PM, Tuesday
August 9
First Lady who saved the portrait of George Washington during
the British invasion of the city of Washington; but her fame is not
restricted to that one incident. As wife of the Secretary of State
under President Jefferson and as First Lady, while her husband,
James Madison, served as U.S. President, Dolley was a model for
political and social organization in the emerging young nation
(especially in the new capital city of Washington). Dolley became
a powerful political player in an age when women were excluded
from politics. Her political strength lay in her ability to build
models of bipartisan cooperation that would be crucial to the
development of democracy in the new nation.
Summer Field Trip
One field trip will be offered this summer; register through OLLI
UA Registration Services (205-348-3000 or 1-866- 432-2015).
Reservations on the Vestavia bus are accepted until the participant
limit is reached, and then a wait list is maintained. If you register
and then cannot attend, please cancel with Registration Services.
Alabama State Capital
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Saturday
Location: Montgomery, AL
B60
Coordinator: Bob Sholund
Register by: Friday, May 27; bus limited to 20 riders
Departure:
Meet at the Vestavia Hills Civic Center by 7:50 AM
Activity Level:Easy to moderate; wear comfortable shoes for
tours and museum
Return:
Approximately 5:00 PM
Cost:Bring $5 for gas and money for lunch; no charge
for buildings/tours
Our day in Montgomery will include a one-hour tour of the
Alabama State Capitol, the Civil Rights tour at Dexter Avenue
Baptist Church, and a tour and individual time at the Alabama
State Archives. Lunch will be “Dutch-treat” at a local restaurant.
You are invited to the 4th Annual
B39
Presenter: Elizabeth Scribner, owner of a solar home and
PhD student, UAB Department of Mathematics
Elizabeth will share her story about getting solar power, what the
process was like, and what it is like to live under an off-grid solar
power system. She will cover the basics of the technology and
different types of solar power systems: off-grid, grid-tied, and
hybrid.
DOLLEY MADISON: POLITICAL PLAYER
12:00 – 1:30 PM, Friday
August 19
Homewood Library
B40
Presenter: Joanne Bruer, retired instructor of history,
Jacksonville State University
Most Americans know Dolley Madison (1768-1849), as the brave
June 11
B41
NATIONAL SENIOR CITIZENS DAY CELEBRATION
Sunday, August 21
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Vestavia Hills Senior Lodge
1973 Merryvale Road, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Join with other senior groups for food, drinks, and information.
The Greater Birmingham Area OLLI is a sponsor and will have
a table, where you will be able to sign up or renew your annual
membership as needed and have your first opportunity to
register for Fall 2016 courses. Please RSVP by August 17 to
Julie at 205-978-0169.
Special Location: To reach the Senior Lodge, turn onto
Merryvale Rd, go past the Vestavia Hills Civic Center, turn left
at the four-way stop sign, and turn right onto the access road to
the lodge. Parking is very limited – additional parking is in the
Civic Center/Elementary School areas across the road.
B I R M I N G H A M R E G I S T R AT I O N
Join OLLI and sign up for
2016 Summer Courses!
SUMMER COURSES
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] B35New Legislation Affecting Alabama’s Teachers and Students
] B36Evangelism in America: A Case of Unintended Consequences
] B37Alabama Rocks 101- The Geology of Alabama
] B38Living Decisions in the Golden Years
] B39Building and Living in a Cost-Saving Solar Home
] B40Dolley Madison: Political Player
FIELD TRIPS
[ ] B60Alabama State Capital, June 11, $5 to driver
METHOD OF PAYMENT
SPECIAL EVENTS
[ ] B414th Annual National Senior Citizens Day Celebration, August 21
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registration to:
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or 1-866-432-2015
35487-0388
NORTH PICKENS
N O R T H P I C K E N S R E G I S T R AT I O N
SUMMER 2016
Tuesday Bonus
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Tai Chi for Everyone
5:30 – 6:30 pm
Tuesday, June 21
New Gordo City Hall
NP10
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Instructor: Pat Clements, RN, Certified Instructor in
Tai Chi for Energy
Come practice some simple tai chi moves that are
both energizing and relaxing. Tai Chi (pronounced
“tie chee”) is a form of exercise developed in China
that has become popular in our country for its health
benefits. Tai Chi can be done at any age or fitness
level. We will practice gentle moves of arms and legs
while standing, though participants who would be
more comfortable sitting may use chairs. Wear loose,
comfortable clothing and flat, nonslip shoes.
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On-line
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registration to:
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COUNTY GENEALOGICAL
SOCIETY PRESENTS THE OLD GORDO JAIL
AND LIBRARY
10:00 – 12:00 pm
Wednesday, July 27
Old Gordo Jail, Gordo, Alabama
Located on 2nd Street N.W. between 1st
and 2nd Avenues N.W
Instructor: Gail House and Jean Mills
The Old Gordo Jail building, completed in 1914, is
now home to the Pickens County Genealogy Society’s
Library. Members of the PCGS invite you to tour the
Old Jail building and library and to browse the many
genealogical resources available to the public.
SUMMER BONUS
[ ] NP10 Tai Chi for Everyone 5:30 pm June 21
SPECIAL PROGRAM
[ ] NP 11 P ickens County Genealogical Society Presents the Old
Gordo Jail & Library – July 27
35487-0388
Nonprofit Organization
U.S. Postage Paid
Box 870388
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35487-0388
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at The University of Alabama
Summer 2016 Open Houses and On-Site Registrations
Greater Birmingham
Thursday, May 5th
Vestavia Hills Civic Center
Gadsden
Thursday, May 12th
UA Gadsden Center
Tuscaloosa
Thursday, May 19th

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