2018 OLLI JUNE

SCHEDULE OF COURSES June Sampler 2018

June 1- June 28

DIRECTOR’S NOTE

Thank you for another great year at OLLI at Aquinas College. From a small class of 10 in 1973, when the then Emeritus College was founded, to today with over a thousand members and non-members visiting our classrooms many times each week. Curiosity never retires and obviously our students never do either.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS Religion and Science: Implacable Foes or Potential Allies? page 3

West Michigan’s Historical Museums – From A to Z

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TUESDAY

Tour the Mary Idema Pew Library – GVSU Campus 9:30 a.m.-Noon

Write and Publish Your Children’s Story 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Discovering Grace in Aging – An Experiential Conversation to Grow Deeper to Honor Our Aging Selves 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Seeing Nature with a Camera 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Religion and Science: Implacable Foes or Potential Allies?

1:30-3:30 p.m.

Dave’s Annual Summer Retreat – The Trip of a Lifetime (Meets T/W/TH) 9:30-11:30 a.m.

West Michigan’s Historical Museums – From A to Z 9:30-11:30 a.m.

More Fun with the Judge 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Navigating the Senior Care Maze 9:30-11:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAY A Purpose Worth Pursuing 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Mysteries of the Parthenon 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Barns into Birdhouses 1:30-3:30 p.m.

The Spirituality of Bread 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Clean Slate by Kate 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Medical Research Updates 1:30-3:30 p.m.

THURSDAY Grand Rapids – Gateway to the Playground of the Nation 9:30-11:30 a.m.

The Great Sellout – Hawking Food to the America Public 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Mt. Kilimanjaro: To the Roof of Africa 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Building the Historic Ottawa Hills Neighborhood 19221930 1:30-3:30 p.m.

FRIDAY Popular Music of the 1970s 9:30-11:30 a.m..

Grand Rapids’ Lady Legends 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Grand Rapids’ Lady Legends Walking Tour 10:30 a.m. - Noon Ottawa Hills Neighborhood Walking Tour 10:00 a.m. - Noon FREE MEMBER CLASSES

Running to Nowhere: My Successfully Failed Successful Runs for Congress 9:30-11:30

The History of Blandford Nature Center with The “Doc” 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Drawing from Photographs 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Transforming a College Campus for Zero Waste 9:30-11:00 a.m.

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Seeing Nature with a Camera page 3

Just for the Fun of It: Judge Sara Smolenski page 4

The Spirituality of Bread page 5

Clean Slate by Kate page 5

Grand Rapids – Gateway to the Playground of the Nation page 6

The Great Sellout: Advertising Food to the American Public page 6

Grand Rapids Lady Legends page 7

PRO-RATED MEMBERSHIPS STILL AVAILABLE Because OLLI’s year is half over, we still have reduced membership fees by more than 50%.

All membership advantages still apply through June with reduced pricing on tuition classes.

When you purchase a membership, you help the OLLI at Aquinas College program!

Look for your Fall I 2018 catalog the first week of August, 2018, to become an OLLI member for 2018-2019 year!

• Reminder: No OLLI credit will be given without a 24 hour notice, and all credits must be used before the academic year ends.

• All classes are held in the Browne Center (2001 Robinson RD SE) - unless noted or notified.

• Class cancellations due to weather at OLLI are based on Aquinas College closing – please check local TV stations and aquinas.edu • All special interest and small discussion group require membership.

OLLI TUITION COURSES

MONDAY Tour the Mary Idema Pew Library – GVSU Campus Monday, 9:30 a.m.-Noon 1 Class – June 4 If you think of a library as a place of complete quiet filled with stacks of books and the dreaded card catalog files - well, think that way no more. The Pew Library at GVSU is a new, state of the art library.

It is one of quiet, yes, but also loud conversations and - noise!

Common learning areas with white boards for writing, drawing and viewing are interspersed throughout the expansive building. Students can gather and solve problems together. The

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high ceilings and wide windows allow the outside to come inside with gorgeous views. There is even a fireplace to gather around!

Participants for this class, will join in the Browne Center for a short history of the Pew Library given

by Dr. Paul Farr. Then students will car pool to this amazing signature building on the Allendale campus.

Note: Meet in the Browne Center at 9:30 a.m., carpool to Allendale at 10:00 a.m. Tour begins at 10:30 a.m. Volunteer drivers needed.

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Discovering Grace in Aging – An Experiential Conversation to Grow Deeper to Honor Our Aging Selves Monday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

3 Classes – June 4, 11 & 18 Kathleen Delp Higgins is a clinical social worker in private practice since 1999 in the Grand Rapids area.

She was raised as a Roman Catholic and then, in her 40’s, was introduced to Buddhism and now engages in regular meditation, yoga and journaling as a spiritual practice.

Some of us are in the midst of “midlife” while some of us recognize that midlife is over

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COURSES CONT. – and that there are more days behind us than ahead of us.

This small class will provide students an opportunity to share their thoughts using a book

by Kathleen Dowling Singh, The Grace in Aging: Awaken as You Grow Older as a guide for discussion. Students will be taught how to contemplate life’s changes through meditation.

Dr. Singh’s insights and wisdom provide a fresh way to look at our lives in view of the Buddhist concepts of impermanence and mindfulness.

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Religion and Science: Implacable Foes or Potential Allies?

Monday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

2 Classes – June 4 & 11 Sheldon Kopperl, Ph.D., is Professor Emeritus of Biomedical Sciences and Liberal Studies at GVSU. Retiring in Dec. 2017 after a 47-year career at GVSU, he taught history of science and religious studies classes among others. Though retired, he remains active in the GR Interfaith dialogue community.

Two areas of great interest in 21st century America are scientific discovery and Abrahamic religions. Sheldon will investigate the areas of overlap between these two fields since the early days of Christianity through current discussions of their impact on one another and on our daily lives. By charting the history of the relationship between them, we can learn much about the nature of scientific discovery as well as understanding Western religious concerns. As Albert Einstein said in

1941, “Science without religion is lame; but religion without science is blind.”

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West Michigan’s Historical Museums – From A to Z Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

2 Classes – June 18 & 25 Jeff Neumann is a retired professor of electronics from GRCC and regular OLLI student and speaker. He has always loved the outdoors, and retired from teaching to start a new business called GR Paddling, which provides customized canoe and kayak tours on the Grand Rapids Area Rivers and lakes.

We are certainly fortunate to have the wonderful Grand Rapids Public Museum to help us recall and reflect on our historical past. However, in addition to the GRPM, there are over two dozen smaller local historical museums in Ottawa and Kent Counties that are within a 30-mile radius of Grand Rapids. For the most part, these museums are sponsored by smaller local historical societies as a way to share their stories. This is your opportunity to discover some of what these interesting public treasures, from Ada to Zeeland, have to offer.

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TUESDAY Write and Publish Your Children’s Story Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

3 Classes –June 5, 12 & 19 Betty Epperly has taught selfpublishing classes and assists 3

people in writing and publishing life stories, novels, and children’s books through her company, Crooked Tree Stories.

We can all relate to the wonder and allure of children’s books. In this class, each student will write and publish an original children’s book; Betty will assist with story development and editing will also be provided. For those requiring more assistance with illustrations, an additional fee may apply. Word processing skills are helpful but not necessary. Participants will pay the instructor $10 per copy for this professionally printed book. Come have fun and write a story your grandchildren will treasure forever!

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Seeing Nature with a Camera Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Class – June 5 Daniel Bauer, MD, is a retired physician who received his BS in botany and zoology and his medical degree from U of M. He has owned a cabin in western Mackinac County in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and has spent time photographing wildflowers and anything else that attracts his naturalist’s curiosity and photographer’s “eye.”

Dan will show many photographs of wild flowers, lakes, fields and woods, and landscapes, big and small, in Michigan and elsewhere, to demonstrate how always having a camera (even a cellphone camera) within reach will help you better “see” and more deeply appreciate nature. Spring and

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summer wildflowers of western Michigan will be a highlight.

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More Fun with the Judge Tuesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Class – June 5 Judge Sara Smolenski was elected to the bench in 1990 and appointed by the Michigan Supreme Court as Chief Judge of the 63rd District Court in 1996. Judge Smolenski is as witty as she is wise so it is in her nature to tell stories that are entertaining. She will bring to OLLI not only classic stories from the Bench and her life, but also new hilarious ones. Sara is an outstanding judge whose job is difficult and demanding so finding humor in everyday life is often most comforting! Sara is a favorite at OLLI. M: Bronze $17 Silver $14 NM: $20 Location: Donnelly Center

Dave’s Annual Summer Retreat – The Trip of a Lifetime Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday*9:30-11:30 a.m.

3 Classes – June 12, 13 & 14* Dave Kampfschulte is director of Amazing Circles Workshops, speaker and author of I’m Dying to Talk with You: Twenty Five Years of Conversations on End of Life Decisions. Using his energy, humor, empathy and over 30 years as an educator, Dave facilitates his interactive workshops and classes.

Our lives have been quite a trip and the adventure continues. Join

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Dave as he explores, through discussion and interactive activities, the events and people in our lives that have brought us this far and prepare ourselves for the uncharted adventures that still lie ahead. If you like getting to know yourself and others better, this interactive class is tailor-made for you. *This class meets three days in a row to better capture the moment while the moment is hot!

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Navigating the Senior Care Maze Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

2 Classes – June 19 & 26 Elizabeth EardleyHarrell is founder and president of Crossroads Eldercare Planning in Grand Rapids. She believes in promoting knowledge, compassion and information in the community for the elderly and their families. Sonja Lee is a social worker who helps families through the myriad of housing options and services available to seniors.

There are many critical issues and questions facing the elderly today: Will I be able to stay in my home? When is it time to think about moving to a senior housing facility? Who will manage the finances when help is needed?

Is a power of attorney required?

What are some of the community resources available to help seniors and their families make decisions?

And, what are many of the strategies for care​giving? Elizabeth and Sonja will answer these questions as well as questions generated in the class discussion.

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WEDNESDAY A Purpose Worth Pursuing Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Class – June 6 Jan Morrison, MA from Eastern Michigan University, retired to the Traverse City area after 30 years teaching art in five different states.

Are you bored with retirement?

Are you looking for a new and different purpose? Jan knows exactly how you may be feeling as she came face to face with the idea that “now it was her turn!”

Should she retire or rewire? From her passion for art, she built a small business that is now gaining momentum. Listen to Jan’s experience – maybe now it’s your turn!

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Mysteries of the Parthenon Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

3 Classes – June 6, 13 & 20 Albert Bell, Ph.D., is professor of History at Hope College. His research interests focus on ancient Rome in the first century A.D. In addition to articles and stories, Dr. Bell has published historical mysteries for adults and children, his most recent Death in the Ashes, the fourth in the Pliny series.

The Parthenon, the Colosseum, and the Pyramids may be the most recognizable monuments from the ancient world. This year marks the 2450th anniversary of the completion of the Parthenon, which stood intact until the 1680s.

Archeologists are just beginning

COURSES CONT. to understand how the Parthenon was constructed. It has always been described as a temple of Athena, but recent research suggests that it might not have been a temple at all.

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Barns into Birdhouses Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Class – June 13 John Guertin is a master naturalist with degrees in English and animation from the University of Toronto. In addition to working in film and television animation, he worked as an architectural model maker.

His lifelong love affair with nature and architecture has led John to combine his passions by saving the remains of ancient barns to make one-of-a-kind nature products.

John will give an overview of his conservation effort, Barns into Birdhouses, and present how he uses barns slated for destruction to make these wellcrafted birdhouses, bat houses, and bird feeders. John will also bring some of his architectural creations along to illustrate his work. His products are located throughout the country including Fredrick Meijer Gardens, San Luis Mission Museum, and the Chicago Botanical Gardens. President Gerald Ford owned one of John’s birdhouses!

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The Spirituality of Bread Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Class – June 20 Karin Orr, Ph.D., is the retired pastor of Centreville United Methodist Church. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Albion College and a master’s and a doctorate from Wayne State University. Her master’s in divinity is from Northwestern University.

Baking an honest loaf of bread is akin to a religious experience.

First there is the gathering of ingredients, each with its own integrity and potential. Then there is the transformation, wherein the separate ingredients are made into an entirely new creation.

The process involves measuring, mixing, proofing, adjusting, and kneading the individual parts into an integrated whole. Left alone to rise, the mass is knocked down, but rises again and again.

Finally, it is ready to be baked to perfection, and the results savored by its creator. If you recognize your own possibilities in this metaphor, come join Karin in this mindful journey.

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Clean Slate by Kate Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Class – June 27 Kate Wert, LLMSW, owner of Clean Slate by Kate runs a professional organizing business that centers on decluttering environments and the mind to enhance quality of

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life. She emphasizes creating a judgment-free zone and using a person-centered approach in her practice. Kate is an active member with the Grand Rapids Area Hoarding Task Force.

Do you know someone who might be a hoarder? We all have an emotional attachment to our stuff. It’s time for a change, however, when it starts getting in the way of living life to the fullest.

There is no one size fits all for getting organized, but there are practices and shifts in thinking that can get us more comfortable in our spaces. Did you know that having a tidy home can make you happier, healthier, and less stressed? Kate will discuss how culture, genetics, the brain, and life experiences shape how we view our spaces and our stuff and help us get organized.

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Medical Research Updates Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Class – June 27 Dr. Jeff MacKeigan is a professor of Cancer Biology and Complex Diseases in the College of Human Medicine at MSU in Grand Rapids. He earned his Ph.D. in microbiology and immunology at the University of North Carolina Comprehensive Cancer Center and did postdoctoral research in the department of cell biology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. MacKeigan will give an update on medical and biological science research, especially the research being done here in Grand Rapids in the areas of Parkinson’s and cancer.

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THURSDAY Grand Rapids – Gateway to the Playground of the Nation: A Look Back at Promoting the City and West Michigan Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Class – June 7

Chris Byron and Tom Wilson share a love of northern Michigan and a fascination with its history. They are co-authors of five books in their “Vintage Views” series. The book featuring Grand Rapids explores the development of tourism in Michigan through pictorial histories and is illustrated with vintage images.

Grand Rapids was widely known in past years for promoting its furniture industry and is now known for promoting craft beer, ArtPrize, Meijer Gardens and other attractions. In 1917, the West Michigan Tourist Association was founded which played a major role in the development of tourism. Other early organizations promoted our wonderful corner of the world including the Grand Rapids Board of Trade, Grand Rapids Advertising Club, Grand Rapids Convention Bureau, along with local newspapers and periodicals. Time-travel with Chris and Tom on a visitors’ tour of Grand Rapids as it was promoted in bygone years. You’ll see the Pantlind Hotel, Civic Auditorium, the downtown business district, Furniture Museum, Ramona Park, and much more in their hay-day.

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The Great Sellout – Hawking Food to the America Public Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Class – June 7 Darlene Kaczmarczyk in an emeritus professor at Kendall College of Art and Design where she taught graduate and undergraduate photography and photo history.

The way we eat has changed more in the last 100 years than in the previous 10,000. A variety of 20th Century events, including the science of home economics, the Great Depression, and WWII, had a significant impact on the foods Americans consume. The advertising industry however, led by the power of photographic imagery is arguably the most significant of these influences.

Darlene will look closely at how photographs of food are used in cookbooks, social media, and especially in print, TV, and packaging to form an understanding of how our food choices are impacted by photographic imagery.

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Mt. Kilimanjaro: To the Roof of Africa Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Class – June 14 Craig Benjamin, Ph.D., professor of history at the Frederik J. Meijer Honors College at GVSU. Craig is a frequent guest presenter at conferences worldwide, and the author of several books and articles on ancient Central Asian history.

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and The First Silk Roads Era (spring 2018). Craig has programs on The History and The Discovery Channels.

In August 2013, GVSU history professor, Craig Benjamin set out to climb the two highest mountains in Africa – Mt. Kenya and Mt. Kilimanjaro. His party, which included his daughter, brother and niece, successfully completed the arduous ascents of these two spectacular ancient volcanic mountains. In this lavishly illustrated lecture, Craig will share his adventures with us, and discuss some of the history of exploration and mountaineering in the East African region.

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Building the Historic Ottawa Hills Neighborhood 1922-1930 Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Class – June 14 Pamela VanderPloeg has graduate degrees in library science from Indiana University and management from Aquinas College.

Pam founded the West Michigan Modern Project that documents and promotes the restoration of midcentury modern architecture and design.

In 1922 four visionary businessmen sat in an old apple orchard near Franklin Street and Giddings and made a deal to turn a golf course into a neighborhood of gently curving streets, upscale homes and two“machine” (car) garages. Pam VanderPloeg has documented over 20 architects and builders of nearly 100 Ottawa Hills homes and will share current and vintage images and stories about the designers, owners and the original homes completed

COURSES CONT. from 1923 through the disastrous stock market crash of 1929.

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Running to Nowhere: My Successfully Failed Successful Runs for Congress Thursday, 9:30-11:30 1 Class – June 21 Fred Johnson, Ph.D., is associate professor of history at Hope College. His primary field of study is 19th Century U.S. History, specifically, the Civil War. Dr. Johnson has received many awards for his exemplary teaching.

In 2008 and 2010, Fred Johnson ran for the U.S. House of Representatives as a Democrat in Michigan’s 2nd Congressional District. Historically identified as one of the most staunchly Republican districts in the nation, vast numbers of people, including Democrats, considered Johnson’s campaigns lost causes from outset.

The resulting failures masked electoral successes and political awakenings in the candidate and the 2nd Congressional District.

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Drawing from Photographs Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

2 Classes – June 21 & 28 Scott Kenyon studied portrait painting and drawing at The Maryland Hall for Creative Arts in Annapolis, The Fine Art Academy in CA and The Chesapeake Fine Art Studio. He will teach to the

beginner and the advanced students who want to get the basic foundations of drawing or continue developing their drawing skills. Students will work from a photograph of their choice – either portrait, landscape or object, concentrating on structure, edges and design.

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FRIDAY Popular Music of the 1970s Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

2 Classes – June 1 & 8

REPEAT CLASS

Dr. Benita Wolters-Fredlund is associate professor of music at Calvin College, where she teaches popular music, American music, and world music. Her research explores the connection between music and politics, and she has written on music of the Jewish left, Holocaust music, and Canadian musical nationalism.

Bring your bellbottoms and your disco ball to this two-part series on American popular music of the 1970s - the so-called “me” decade, when popular music splintered into a myriad of niche genres.

Benita will look at a wide variety mainstream 70s styles, such as adult contemporary, country, progressive rock, early metal, soul, and disco, using the music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, John Denver, The Eagles, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and Bee Gees as examples, among others. She will also probe the decade’s “outsider” genres that were less commercially successful.

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Grand Rapids’ Lady Legends Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Class – June 1 Caroline Cook and Amy Kornoelje both have lives invested in West Michigan and a love for everything Grand Rapids. Caroline founded Grand Rapids Running Tours in 2014 and Amy is her fellow tour ambassador in telling the fascinating tales of Grand Rapids from the culture, history, entertainment and growth.

The number of organizations or causes that were founded or inspired by a woman or a group of women in Grand Rapids history, recent and long, is staggering. Most of these institutions continue to operate today and have touched the lives of countless citizens through the years. As a community, we are grateful for these women and their vision, leadership and incredible stamina. Grand Rapids is progressive in many ways, and the story of Lady Legends is just one more example. We will celebrate 20+ noteworthy sights that originated because of the special women of Grand Rapids.

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Grand Rapids’ Lady Legends Walking Tour Friday, 10:30 a.m. - Noon 1 Class – June 8 You heard about Grand Rapids’ lady legends, now come walk with Caroline and Amy by building, statues, streets and neighborhoods that still stand today. These female pioneers were thrust into positions of leadership giving a voice to the poor, the

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sick, the elderly, the ophrans and widows in the community who did not have a voice. These women were inspirational for those who followed in their footsteps. This will be 90 minutes of exercise, education, and entertainment.

Meet at 10:15 a.m. in the JW Marriott Hotel lobby, near the front desk – dress for the weather!

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Ottawa Hills Neighborhood Walking Tour Friday, 10:00 a.m. - Noon 1 Class – June 15

under a mile and will take place rain or shine. Participants will visit the interiors of two homes.

Please park on the street and wear comfortable walking shoes. We will meet at the southeast corner of Alexander and Iroquois and begin our walk at 10:00 a.m. sharp.

Join Pam VanderPloeg on a walking tour of Ottawa Hills to learn more about the neighborhood’s beautiful historic revival homes built between 1923 to 1930 and designed by Grand Rapid best known architects. This tour is just

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The History of Blandford Nature Center with The “Doc” Friday, 9:30-11:00 a.m.

June 15

Blandford Nature Center is celebrating its 50th anniversary all during 2018. Have you been there? The “Doc”, Mary Jane Dockeray, as founding director, has collected a slide story of those 50 years. The whys and hows, the laughs, scares and thrills. Come for a chance to enjoy it all!

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Transforming a College Campus for Zero Waste Friday, 9:30-11:00 a.m.

June 22 Jessica Eimer Bowen, director of sustainability at Aquinas College, will share the journey of transformation toward authentic sustainability using the college’s robust zero waste initiative as an example.

Did you know the school’s zero

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waste initiative is ranked in the top 15 nationally? This success has been accomplished by focusing on the “people” piece of sustainability.

But how does one engage the entire campus and establish a cultural norm for sustainability, and zero waste specifically? Select programs to be discussed include an office pledge, “radical” actions like removing trash cans, waste competitions, exposing employees and students to sustainability on their first day, pertinent research on behavior change and lessons learned in focusing on people!

DO NOT MISS OLLI’S MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL KICK OFF AND WELCOME BACK BRUNCH!

We are pleased to announce that OLLI’s September Free Member Kickoff speaker will be popular OLLI instructor, Dr. Fred Johnson.

He is an outstanding scholar and well respected history professor at Hope College. Dr. Johnson is also an accomplished author, writer and award winning international speaker. He will give an enlightening preview of his 2018 OLLI lecture series titled, “The Last Gatekeepers.” We are excited to welcome everyone back for another full year of classes, trips and fun with a delicious brunch on Monday, September 10, following Dr. Johnson’s presentation. This is a member only class be sure to register before the event!

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Registration Form (June 2018)

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Email __________________________________________________________ Membership (2017 - 2018 academic year) q Bronze $25 $12.50 q Silver $60

Courses

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# of Classes

MONDAY Tour the Mary Idema Pew Library Discovering Grace in Aging Religion and Science West Michigan’s Historic Museums

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TUESDAY Write and Publish Your Children’s Story 3 Seeing Nature with a Camera 1 More Fun with the Judge 1 Dave’s Annual Summer Retreat (6/12, 6/13, 6/14) 3 Navigating the Senior Care Maze 2

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THURSDAY Grand Rapids – Gateway to the Playground of the Nation The Great Sellout – Hawking Food Mt. Kilimanjaro: To the Roof of Africa Building the Historic Ottawa Hills Neighborhood Running to Nowhere Drawing from Photographs

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FRIDAY Popular Music of the 1970s Grand Rapids’ Lady Legends GR Lady Legends Walking Tour Ottawa Hills Walking Tour

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WEDNESDAY A Purpose Worth Pursuing 1 ________ Mysteries of the Parthenon 3 ________ Barns into Birdhouses 1 ________ The Spirituality of Bread **Add $5** 1 ________ Clean Slate by Kate 1 ________ Medical Research Updates 1 ________

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MEMBER FREE CLASSES 6/15 - History of Blandford Nature Center 1 6/22 - Transforming a College Campus for Zero Waste 1

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Call the OLLI office to register at 616.632.2430

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Aquinas College OLLI at Aquinas 1607 Robinson Road SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506-1799

Look for these exciting Fall I 2018 OLLI Classes:

The Last Gatekeepers Fall Series with Dr. Fred Johnson Bernstein on Broadway Photographs from the 1900s

June 2018

Course Schedule

English Monarchs – Angevin Kings

Classes begin: June 1, 2018 Registration begins: May 9 Phone: 616.632.2430 Fax: 616.732.4480 aquinas.edu/olli

Journey to Antarctica

MISSION STATEMENT

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Aquinas College is a community of adults joining together to achieve personal transformation of mind, body, and spirit through lifelong learning and community service.

Call to register: 616.632.2430

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