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Membership Benefits ( Monthly Meetings

Members enjoy ten monthly meetings each year which feature a speaker, continental breakfast, and a chance to socialize with other members. Upcoming winter programs are listed on pages four and five.

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

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A chance to get together on a regular basis with others who share your passion for a sport, social activity or interest.

The SVSU-OLLI program was established in September, 2001. Since then, we have grown to over 1,600 members! Members of our 50+ program come from throughout the mid-Michigan area.

Groups include: Buddhist Psychology • Bridge • Theatre Current Events • Board Games • Kayaking Cross Country Skiing • Ping Pong • Lunch • Readers Theatre • Choral Singing • Knitting Dinner • Pickleball • Cycling • Gardening Mah Jongg • Recreational Cycling• Euchre • Stamp Collecting

We are one of 120 OLLIs in the nation and one of four located in Michigan. All OLLIs are located at a college and supported by the Bernard Osher Foundation. We are proud to be the first lifelong learning program in the state of Michigan to receive this designation.

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

( Membership Discounts Why Join OLLI?

• Up to 50% Off Classes

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

SVSU-OLLI is a membership-based program. The annual membership fee is $60 and is prorated as the year progresses. Members receive discounts on classes, reduced pricing on trips, and much more.

• Travel Discount

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

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

• Discounted Ryder Center Membership

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

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OLLI Advisory Board 2014-15

Contents

Chair, Steve Parkhurst

About OLLI

Vice Chair, Vacant

Class Location Key

Secretary, Rosemary Kohut

WinterFest

Monthly Meetings

Finance Chair, John Walter

Tai Chi/QiGong Festival

Technology Chair, Terry King

Stratford Extravaganza

Door County Wisconsin

Member at Large, Carol Gohm

OLLI Dinner Dance

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

Winter Day Trips

Past Chair, Susan Zelinko Membership Chair, Leslie Sanders Curriculum Chair, Barb Mitchell Travel Chair, Karen Howell SVSU Faculty, Marilyn Skrocki OLLI Memorial Garden, Vicki Shrope SVSU Representative, Jo Brownlie

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Science, Nature & Health

Health, Fitness & Sports

Art, Crafts & Photography

Cooking & Hobbies

Computers & Technology

Music

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

Religion & Foreign Language 23

C R A ES

History

You will receive a campus map with your registration confirmation.

Local Commerce

Current Events & Social Studies

Cancellation Policy

Registration

Literature, Writing & Movies 21

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Curtiss Hall Ryder Center Arbury Fine Arts Center Regional Education Center

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

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Wednesday, January 14, 2015 SVSU - Curtiss Hall 8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Noon Time is Brain Presenter:

Registration, Visit Display Tables & Continental Breakfast Welcome & Announcements Program (With 15 Minute Break) Program Concludes Joseph Adel, MD, Neurosurgeon

Each year, about 795,000 Americans have either a new or recurrent stroke. Every 40 seconds, someone in this country suffers a stroke. It is the fourth leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability in adults in the United States. Dr. Joseph Adel, a new neurosurgeon with St. Mary’s of Michigan Neurosurgery Associates, will share how “Time is Brain” in dealing with strokes. He’ll discuss hemorrhagic strokes, review some of the intracranial pathology and help you recognize the alarming symptoms. A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel ruptures and blood accumulates in the tissue around the rupture. This produces pressure on the brain and a loss of blood to certain areas. Dr. Adel, who joined Dr. E. Malcolm Field and Dr. Naman Salibi this past August, is the region’s only dually trained neurosurgeon in endovascular interventional procedures as well as open vascular surgeries. 10:45 a.m. Break 11:00 a.m. Program Continues Get Back into Life with Healthy Knees and a Strong Back

Presenters: Dan Scheffer, MSPT, MTC and Brent Betzold, MSPT, MTC

Knee pain and back pain are some of the most common reasons why people visit their physician in the United States. Dan Scheffer and Brent Betzold, physical therapy specialists regarding knee and back pain, will identify exercises, stretches and activities that can get you back into doing the things you love. They have over 30 years of combined experience in treating people of all ages for knee and back pain and returning them to activities such as walking, climbing stairs, running, golf, tennis, swimming, and other recreational exercise. You will learn specific techniques to manage, prevent and protect yourself from injury. Alzheimer’s Research Update

Presenter: Gary Dunbar, Ph.D., Executive Director Field Neurosciences Institute

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that damages and eventually destroys brain cells, leading to memory loss and changes in thinking and other brain functions. It usually develops slowly and gradually gets worse as brain function declines. Currently, there is no cure, but neuroscience research efforts are under way, right here in Saginaw, to develop effective treatments and ways to prevent the disease. Researchers with Field Neurosciences Institute (FNI) are actively engaged in research projects that advance the boundaries in neurosciences, specifically with Alzheimer’s disease. Gary Dunbar, Director of the Neuroscience Program and Brain Research and Integrative Neuroscience (BRAIN) Center at Central Michigan University and executive director of FNI, will share some of the recent research he and his team are conducting. Researchers at the University of California, Davis, are translating research ideas generated in FNI labs to the clinic in hopes of offering the world’s first effective treatment for Huntington’s disease. The basis of this therapy should be readily transferrable to other neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease This program is free for members and potential members – there is no need to pre-register.

Bring a Friend!

OLLI members who bring a guest will be put in a drawing to win a $10 voucher, and their guest will be included in a drawing to win a free membership! Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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Upcoming OLLI Monthly Meetings Location: SVSU Curtiss Hall

8:45 a.m. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Agenda for all Meetings

Registration, Socializing & Continental Breakfast Announcements & Program

Wednesday, February 11, 2015 Police Brutality & Detroit’s Black Freedom Struggle in the Interwar Years

This talk by SVSU history professor Ken Jolly examines police brutality against African Americans in Detroit in the first half of the twentieth century. This appalling wave of “official police murder” helped galvanize the city’s civil rights forces to challenge local political power while laying the foundation for the post-war Black Liberation Movement. This earlier movement fused local police brutality with colonialism, growing hostilities in Europe, and lynching in southern U.S. states which informed African American demands for political power, self-defense, and self-determination. Examining this history of police brutality and the movement to end it helps sharpen our understanding of police violence in the 21st century. Dr. Jolly joined the SVSU faculty in 2004. He teaches courses in African American History, the Black Power and Civil Rights Movements and U.S. History.

Wednesday, March 11, 2015 Live Authentically!

Working without purpose and meaning, our lives can grow empty and lifeless. Too often people have a vision for the life they desire, but they just can’t seem to grasp the “how” and find themselves stuck in their fears. Am I good enough? Can I afford to change? What will people think? In this lively and thought provoking talk, Beth Bryce will encourage you to get out of your routine and start living what’s in your heart. You’ll learn strategies to embrace risk and let go of fears that are blocking you from realizing your dreams. Beth is the Director of Career Services at Northwood University, a Certified Motivational Career Coach, and the founder of Girls to Woman Coaching. She is also one of the co-authors of Women on Fire: 21 Inspiring Women Tell Their Life Secrets.

Wednesday, April 8, 2015 The Lullabies of Broadway!

Join Jim Hohmeyer and friends for this fun and entertaining monthly meeting. We’ll travel down the great white way of Broadway from the 1920s to the present with Jim and singers from the Midland Center for the Arts (MCFTA). You’ll hear showstopping songs from Gershwin to Sondheim in this lively one-hour program. Jim is the conductor emeritus of the Rochester Symphony Orchestra and the Director of Choral Programs and Music Theatre for the MCFTA. In 2010, he was the conductor of the Hollywood Concert Orchestra on a national tour with Shirley Jones in A Night at the Oscars. Dexter and Laura Brigham will be joining Jim on stage. They are new residents of Midland. Dexter is the managing director of the Center Stage Theaters and Choirs and Laura is a professional actress and director. Both of them have been on national Broadway tours and on Broadway. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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Tai Chi/QiGong Festival Saturday, February 7, 2015

Escape cabin fever and come join in the fun . . .

Transform your quality of life as millions of Chinese have. “The ancient art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improves health,” according to the Mayo Clinic. Students and teachers from around the state will explore the latest developments and techniques. This event will be hosted by OLLI’s Tai Chi teacher and founding member of Cloud Hands Michigan, Jim Bush. There will be five morning and three afternoon sessions focusing on interesting aspects of these arts, led by outstanding instructors from around Michigan. The sessions will be relaxed and suitable for beginners as well as more advanced practitioners. There will be sufficient breaks, with lunch included in the cost. Wear comfortable clothing for movement. Please note that swords or weapons are not allowed per University policy.

Details:

Saturday, February 7, 2015

Time: 9:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: SVSU, Curtiss Hall, Banquet Rooms Cost: $30 (Includes Lunch) until Jan. 29 $40 (Includes Lunch) after Jan. 29 Cancellation policy applies to this event

Save the Date Notice for Upcoming OLLI Trips Stratford Extravaganza: June 16 & 17, 2015 This trip will feature three shows, including the musicals The Sound of Music and Carousel, and the Shakespearean classic Hamlet. One-night lodging, some meals, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU will also be provided. Look for details in the February newsletter.

2015 Spring/Summer Day Trips Will Likely Include: Holland Tulip Festival Indian Village House Walk Tiger Game Kinky Boots at the Wharton Center

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Pippin at the Fisher Opera dress rehearsal The Bikinis at Meadow Brook Show at the Purple Rose in Chelsea

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Door County, Wisconsin July 25 - 31, 2015

Contact the OLLI office for a detailed brochure at 989-964-4475. Or visit our website: www.svsu.edu/olli.

Travel with OLLI and discover Wisconsin’s famed Door County, a peninsula which is home to five state parks, ten lighthouses, and 300 miles of scenic shoreline. You’ll learn about the peninsula’s unique geography and climate, see the Niagara Encarpment, and hunt for fossils. We will discuss artistic expressions with working artists and explore historical and maritime museums. This trip includes: • Round trip motorcoach transportation from SVSU to Rowley’s Bay Resort, and a ferry ride on the U.S. Badger across Lake Michigan (both ways). • One-night lodging in Ludington and five nights lodging at Rowley’s Bay Resort. • Breakfast daily, six lunches and four dinners. • Pre-trip dinner at SVSU. • All gratuities.

OLLI Dinner Dance: Flashback to the 1960s Thursday, April 16

As spring approaches, we have planned a fun night for members and guests. The evening will begin with a three-course dinner and a cash bar. You’ll have your choice of a beef or seafood entree. After dinner, you’ll be entertained by the area’s number one dance and party band, CEYX, who will play songs we all remember from the 60s. The members of CEYX started by playing high school proms and homecoming dances in 1971. The band now has a 700-song repertoire and has performed at over 2000 events, including Festivals, Concerts in the Park and Corporate Events. Some include: Thomas Township Band Shell, Tittabawassee Twp. Band Shell, Bay Arts Council-Band Shell, Wenonah Park, Frankenmuth Memorial Park (9 years in a row opening for 96FM Oldies Palooza), Tridge Midland Parks, Auburn Concert In The Park, Munger Potato Festival, Apple Mt. Resorts Summer Pavilion concerts, Bay City’s Fireworks, and Caseville’s Cheeseburger in Paradise Festival. Look for complete details on this event in upcoming OLLI newsletters.

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Winter 2015 - Day Trips Michigan Premiere of Kinky Boots at the Fisher (15) Kinky Boots is the inspirational story which follows a struggling shoe factory owner who works to turn his business around with help from Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of sturdy stilettos. Together, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common then they ever dreamed possible. The winner of six Tony Awards, including best musical, it features a score by Cyndi Lauper. It is inspired by a true story and is based on the hilarious book by Harvey Fierstein. Our package includes main floor seats to the 2 p.m. matinee, a three-course lunch before the show at La Dolce Vita, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Thursday, January 15: 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Price: $149 Members; $169 Non-Members

Things My Mother Taught Me at Meadow Brook Theatre (16) Olivia and Gabe have just packed up all of their belongings and driven halfway across the country to start a new life together in Chicago. Their moving day doesn’t go exactly as planned, though, and things become slightly more complicated when their parents show up to help! Can a two-bedroom apartment contain all the love, laughs, worry and wisdom that’s about to happen? Funny and touching, the Michigan premiere of this new comedy will make you laugh out loud and fall in love all over again. The day includes an hour stop for coffee and gourmet shopping at Nino Salvaggio’s in Troy, a three-course lunch at Alfoccino’s, and finally the 2 p.m. matinee at Meadow Brook. Motorcoach transportation from SVSU is also included. Wednesday, January 28: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Price: $79 Members; $99 Non-Members

Once at the Fisher (17)

Winner of eight Tony Awards, including best musical, Once features an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments on stage. It tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who’s about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to powerful heights, but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance. Our package includes a three-course lunch at the Union Street Grill, main floor tickets to the 1 p.m. matinee, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Thursday, February 5: 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Price: $129 Members; $149 Non-Members

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I Love Lucy Live On Stage at the Wharton (18)

What better way is there to spend Valentine’s Day than with Lucy, Ricky, Fred and Ethel? This is a brand-new hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history. It’s 1952 and you are a member of the Desilu Playhouse studio audience awaiting the filming of two hilarious and oh-so-familiar I Love Lucy episodes. A charming host entertains and enlightens you to the behind-the-scenes filming process of this brand-new thing called “television,” and the Crystaltone Singers perform advertising jingles in perfect 50s-style harmony. Our package includes a family-style lunch at the Bravo Cucina Italian, main floor/center seats to the 2 p.m. matinee, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Saturday, February 14: 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Price: $109 Members; $129 Non-Members

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the Detroit Opera House (19)

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was founded in 1958 by dancer, choreographer and visionary Alvin Ailey to bring African-American cultural expression and the American modern dance tradition to the world. The company has gone on to perform for an estimated 25 million people at theaters in 48 states and 71 countries. Their Detroit performance will include their signature Revelations which debuted in 1960 and has moved audiences throughout the world with its powerful storytelling and soul-stirring music. Our package includes Inner Circle (main floor) tickets to the 2:30 matinee, a three-course lunch prior to the show at Traffic Jam and Snug, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Saturday, March 21: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Price: $89 Members; $109 Non-Members

Phantom of the Opera at the Wharton Center & MSU Art Museum (20) Following an acclaimed sold-out tour of the United Kingdom,this spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s Phantom comes to the Wharton Center as part of a brand-new North American Tour. Hailed by critics as “bigger than ever,” this Phantom features new scenic design, costumes, staging and special effects. The beloved story and thrilling score, with songs like The Music of the Night, All I Ask of You, and Masquerade, will be performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, making this Phantom one of the largest productions now on tour. Plus, Bay City Central graduate Katie Travis will be playing Christine and her parents are both OLLI members! Prior to lunch and the show, we will enjoy a docent-led tour of the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum. Our package includes the museum tour, a three-course lunch at the Kellogg Center, main floor/center seats to the 2 p.m. matinee, and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Thursday, April 2: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Price: $139 Members; $159 Non-Members

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Merry Widow Dress Rehearsal at the Detroit Opera House (21) The Merry Widow revolves around a rich widow whose wealth would be transferred to her next husband, were she to remarry. Franz Lehar’s rollicking operetta fills the air with waltzes as the locals scramble to keep the widow from leaving the country with a foreign guy and all her loot. This operetta has enjoyed tremendous success since its premiere in 1905 in Vienna and continues to be revived and recorded. Our package includes tickets to the 11 a.m. matinee; lunch at Texas de Brazil, a Brazilian steakhouse which offers a very unique dining experience; and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. It also includes a pre-trip opera overview led by Greg Largent, Director of Music Ministries at First Presbyterian Church in Saginaw. Pre-Trip Lecture: Tuesday, April 7 from 4 - 5:30 p.m. Room: C129 Trip: Friday, April 10: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Price: $99 Members; $119 Non-Members

Diego Rivera & Frida Kahlo Exhibit at the DIA (22)

This trip will begin with a guided tour of Pewabic Pottery, where you will learn about the past and present of this pioneering company. Then we travel to the Detroit Institute of the Arts to enjoy an exhibition by Mexican artists Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo. Between April 1932 and March 1933, Rivera created one of his most accomplished mural cycles, Detroit Industry, on the four walls of a centrally located courtyard at the DIA. At the same time, Kahlo developed her artistic identity. This exhibit will include works before, during and after their time in Detroit and it looks at the evolution of each artist’s career. Our package includes the Pewabic tour; admission to the DIA special exhibit, a 30-minute lecture about the exhibit prior to entry; and motorcoach transportation from SVSU. Lunch will be on your own in the DIA Café. Thursday, April 23: 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Price: $59 Members; $79 Non-Members

Day Trip Follow-Up Details

Upon registration for a day trip you will receive a receipt. Approximately one week prior to the trip, you will receive details about where and when to meet the motorcoach and other pertinent information. See page 26 for trip cancellation policy.

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

The senior fitness test (SFT) was designed specifically for seniors over the age of 60 years at the Ruby Gerontology Center at California State University, Fullerton. The test meets scientific standards for reliability and validity. Results for individuals are compared to performance standards based upon over 7,000 men and women, ages 6094. You will participate in eight simple tests: chair stand test, arm curl test, two-minute step test, back scratch test, eight-foot up and go test, and Body Mass Index. You will be tested by undergraduate students enrolled in Kinesiology 372 under the direct supervision of Dr. Jennifer Bridges, Ph.D., Professor of Kinesiology. You will receive individualized, immediate and confidential results. Wear non-slip soled shoes (tennis shoes) and comfortable clothing. Please sign up early. Call the OLLI office by March 9 to register: 964-4475. Monday, March 16 from 10:30 - 11:20 a.m. OR Noon - 12:50 p.m. Tuesday, March 17 from 10:30 - 11:20 a.m. OR Noon - 12:50 p.m. Price: Free Room: Ryder Fitness Center Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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Winter 2015 Classes tive; however, an attempt will be made to incorporate the information into historical, political and philosophical frameworks. The class will be led by SVSU biology professor David Stanton.

Science, Nature & Health

Fridays: February 13, 20 & 27 • 2 - 4 p.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C102

Our Marvelous Earth: Geological Wonders (201)

Whether you are an armchair traveler drawn to exotic places via TV or books, or the adventuresome sort who has been around the world, you will find this class informative and a motivator to continue your quest for new horizons. We will consider some of the world’s most spectacular geologic wonders with explanations of the forces that have formed them and the telling of stories of human concert that add meaning to specific places. Drawing upon material from The World’s Greatest Geological Wonders: 36 Spectacular Sites, one of the Great Course offerings, Bob Enszer, OLLI member and retired science teacher, will be our guide. We will consider the following topics: the impact of volcanic eruptions, mid-ocean ridges, rocks and fossils, tropical forests, worlds underground, ice, deserts, and geological miniwonders. By including scientific background and geohistory to our focus, this class will add further dimension to your appreciation of spectacular geologic formations.

Basic Astronomy: Making Sense of the Night Sky (203)

Make that evening stroll a little more interesting! This class will introduce you to the ever-changing night sky, including the motions of the sun, planets and stars over the course of a day, a year, and longer. You will learn how and why the sun’s cycle of activity affects us, how our solar system compares to others recently discovered in the Milky Way galaxy, how a star lives and dies, and what the universe looks like and how it was formed. The class will be led by Laurie Reed, a lecturer in the SVSU Physics department. She holds an M.S. in Astronomy and has more than 20 years of teaching experience

Fridays: March 13, 20, 27 & April 10 • 10 - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

Tuesdays: January 20, 27, February 3 & 10 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

The Truth About Evolution: A Scientist’s Perspective (202)

The theory of evolution stands as the cornerstone of all modern biology. Although the theory itself is quite simple, interpretation can be quite complex. For this reason, many misconceptions exist regarding the actual claims of the theory. This class will first examine some common misconceptions in order to identify the claims made by the theory. Then we will examine scientific evidence with regard to the predictions made by evolution. Evidence from paleontology, comparative anatomy, developmental biology, and genetics will be explored. The discussion will be from a scientific perspecOsher Lifelong Learning Institute

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How to Identify and Attract Birds (204)

Birds can be a wonderful source of entertainment, especially during the long Michigan winters. In this class, you learn what you can do to make your backyard more attractive to different types of birds and even register your yard as a certified bird habitat. You’ll learn what birds are native to Michigan, and which types of feeders and feed attract which birds. You will also learn methods for identifying birds. Our class leader is Dick Beeckman, owner of wildbecks.com, an online retail seller of wildlife supplies, including birdhouses, baths and feeders. The site also includes a blog with articles on birds and birding. Mondays: February 16, 23 & March 2 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

The Zoo Comes to OLLI (206)

The Children’s Zoo in Saginaw will be starting its 86th year of operation in 2015. The first two class sessions will be held at SVSU and feature visits from several non-human residents of the zoo. You’ll learn about the history of the zoo and carousel, and the future plans for one of the region’s best loved attractions. The third class will meet at the zoo, where you will be given a guided tour which will include many “behind the scenes” stops known only to a few human staff members and perhaps a ride on the carousel at Celebration Square. The class will be led by zoo volunteer and OLLI member Roger Spann, along with a zoo staff member. This is sure to be an enjoyable class, especially for animal-lovers. Wednesdays: April 15, 22 & 29 • 1 - 3 p.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129/Off-Site

Swans of the Saginaw Bay (205)

The Saginaw Bay is unique in uncountable ways, but its role as a primary destination for thousands of Tundra Swans is an annual highlight of spring for area birdwatchers. In this three-session class, naturalist Janea Little, of Little’s Touch of Nature, will introduce you to the natural history and identification of Tundra Swans, as well as that of other birds of the Bay. The first session will be in the classroom, with a presentation on swans and the logistics of birding the Bay during this brisk season. The other two sessions will be field trips, with participants choosing to either meet the group at the destination sites, or caravanning from SVSU. Destinations will include Fish Point Recreation and other public access sites on the east side of the Bay, and Nyanquing Point, Pinconning Park, and Bay City Recreation Area on the west side. Some stops may require a day or annual pass for each vehicle and this is not included in the class fee. Lunch will be on your own. Up to one-half mile of walking may be required for best views. Wednesdays: March 18 • 9 - 11 a.m. (classroom); March 25 & April 1 • 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (field trip) Price: $49 Members; $79 Non-Members Room: C129/Off-Site

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Health, Fitness & Sports Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease (207)

In this class you will learn about the latest research and advice for using a low-fat, whole foods, plant-based diet to prevent and even potentially reverse heart disease, the #1 killer in America. There is so much you can do with diet to make huge improvements in key indicators for heart disease, such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and body weight. Dietary changes are easier and safer than standard approaches such as prescription drugs and medical procedures. We’ll review information from top doctors in this field including Caldwell Esselstyn, author of Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease; T. Colin Campbell, author of The China Study, and John McDougall, author of The Starch

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Solution, and many others. The class will be led by Jennifer Parsley, owner of Jennifer Parsley Nutritional Healing.

function, balance, etc. Please note that class will have a “playful” atmosphere. It will be led by Nichole Bartel, a certified Ageless Grace and Feldenkrais Method educator. The class maximum is 15.

Fridays: February 20, 27 & March 6 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

Session One (212) Fridays: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Session Two (213) Fridays: March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price per session: $56 Members; $86 Non-Members Room: R244

Discover the Benefits of Yoga (208/209)

Yoga is a calm, yet exhilarating, total-body conditioning exercise. It is gentle enough to be practiced by those over 50, so you’ll be able to work within any limitations you may have. In this introductory course, we’ll do strengthening and stretching, along with breathing and meditation. Cindy Pope, a Certified Yoga Instructor, will lead the class, specially designed for our OLLI group. Bring a yoga mat or towel to class. Each session is limited to 20.

Introduction to Strength Training (214/215)

Don’t put it off any longer. Here is your chance to begin a strength training program with the support of a trainer in a fun, group atmosphere. Regular strength training can reduce your percentage of body fat, increase your amount of muscle, and increase body density. Each session will meet twice a week for five weeks to help you make weight training a regular part of your routine. You will use light weights and receive a program using a variety of machines. Your trainer is Amara Bishop, a health fitness specialist student who is working toward her bachelor’s in exercise science. No class will be held on February 11 or April 8, due to OLLI monthly meetings.

Session One (208) Thursdays: January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Session Two (209) Thursdays: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16 & 23 • 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Price per session: $56 Members; $86 Non-Members Room: R244

Continuing Yoga (210/211)

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

Session One (214) Monday & Wednesday: January 21, 26, 28, February 2, 4, 9, 16, 18, 23 & 25 • 9 - 10 a.m. Session Two (215) Monday & Wednesday: March 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, April 1, 6, 13, 15 & 20 9 - 10 a.m. Price per session: $49 Members; $79 Non-Members Room: Ryder Fitness Center

Session One (210) Thursdays: January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 11 a.m. - Noon Session Two (211) Thursdays: March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16 & 23 • 11 a.m. - Noon Price per session: $56 Members; $86 Non-Members Room: R244

50+ Zumba (216/217)

Ageless Grace: 21 Simple Exercises for Lifelong Comfort and Ease (212/213))

The twenty-one tools, or exercises, of Ageless Grace focus on healthy longevity of body, mind, emotions and spirit. They can be done by almost anyone of any age or ability. The movements are designed to be practiced in a chair for ten minutes per day to music you love. Each of the tools focuses on a different anti-aging strategy based on the results of research in neuroplasticity and gerontology. This includes joint mobility, spinal flexibility, right-left brain coordination, cognitive Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Get ready to burn some calories and have fun! Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. It integrates some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training to maximize calories burned, cardio benefits, and total body toning. It’s easy to learn and this class is specially designed for those over 50. Our new instructor is Cindy Ellsworth, who is AFAA certified, and a certified Basic and Gold Zumba instructor. Session One (216) Tuesdays: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24 & March 3 • 10 - 10:45 a.m. Session Two (217) Tuesdays: March 10, 17, 24, April 7, 14, 21 & 28 • 10 - 10:45 a.m. Price per session: $56 Members; $86 Non-Members Room: R244 (989)964-4475 www.svsu.edu/olli

Beginning Qigong & Tai Chi (218/219)

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

Create Seasonal Arrangements at Warmbier Farms (223)

Join Stacey Jezowski at Warmbier Farms on Garfield Road in Auburn and create three beautiful arrangements which will spruce up your home this winter and spring. In January, beat those winter blues with an adorable heart-shaped wreath. In February you’ll make a spring centerpiece in a ceramic container. Your March project will be a spring wreath which will surely bring a smile to your face. You’ll have lots of choices so everyone’s final product will look different. All supplies will be provided.

Session One (218) Mondays: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23 & March 2 • 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Session Two (219): Mondays: March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13 & 20 • 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Price per Session: $48 Members; $78 Non-Members Room: R244

Tuesdays: January 13, February 10 & March 10 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $105 Members; $135 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Continuing Qigong & Tai Chi (220/221)

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

Introduction to Quilting at Bonnie’s Sewing Center (224)

Have you always been intrigued by the quilts your friends have made and thought perhaps you would like to learn how to create your own beautiful creations? If so, join us for this beginning quilting class. It will be held at Bonnie’s Sewing Center on Wilder in Bay City. Over the course of six weeks, you will make a table topper. An instructor will be on hand to help you every step of the way. The class fee includes a kit which will include all the materials you need. You do need to have your own sewing machine at home to sign-up for the class. The class maximum is 10.

Session One (220) Mondays: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23 & March 2 • 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Session Two (221) Mondays: March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13 & 20 • 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Price Per Session: $48 Members; $78 Non-Members Room: R244

Bowling for Beginners and Intermediates (222)

Tuesdays: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Price: $59 Members; $89 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Has it been some time since you hit the bowling lanes? Do you bowl from time to time but find yourself frustrated by your low score or poor form? Bowling is good exercise and a fun pastime, and now that smoking is not allowed in the alleys, it can be more enjoyable. Join Stardust Lanes’ bowling coaches Phil Platko and Jim Tesner for this six-session class which will be held at Stardust on Bay Road in Saginaw. Phil is also SVSU’s bowling coach. The class will include an instruction period, critique, and free time bowl. Both Phil and Jim are USBC Silver Certified instructors. The class price includes bowling, shoes and a ball, if needed. Wednesdays: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18 & 25 • 1 - 3 p.m. Price: $89 Members; $119 Non-Members Room: Off-Site Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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Beginning Watercolors: Getting in Touch With Your Inner Artist (225)

This class is designed for the true beginner. It will give you a chance to get creative and develop your painting skills using various watercolor techniques. You will be introduced to the principles of drawing and also learn about mixing and matching color, and basic color theory. The class will be led by Matt Krease, who holds a BFA in Illustration/ Graphic Communication from the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. He is currently a freelance graphic designer, writer and illustrator. You will receive a supply list upon registration. The class maximum is 15. Mondays: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2 & 9 • 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Price: $89 Members; $119 Non-Members Room: A107

Continuing Watercolors (226)

This class will start with refreshing your basic watercolor skills. Then you’ll learn new techniques and how to incorporate all the basic skills into a piece of art that is more refined. If you enjoy watercolor painting and want to take your talents a little further, this is the class to take. From dry brush to washes, all techniques will be explored. The class will be led by Matt Krease, who holds a BFA in Illustration/Graphic Communication from the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. He is currently a freelance graphic designer, writer and illustrator. You will receive a supply list upon registration. The class maximum is 15. Mondays: March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20 & 27 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Price: $89 Members; $119 Non-Members Room: A107

Watercolor Monoprints (227)

Learn a unique way to make watermedia monoprints. Create both drawing and painted images on a plastic template with watercolors, watercolor pencils, and watercolor crayons and then offset it onto dampened watercolor paper. The result is a oneof-a-kind vibrant painterly print. Additional techniques will also be discussed. Seasoned or amateur watercolorists can enjoy and learn this method of making prints. The class will be led by Andrea Ondish, the Curator of Education for the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum at SVSU. You will be sent a supply list after you register. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

The class maximum is 20.

Thursdays: February 5, 12 & 19 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $29 Members; $58 Non-Members Room: A107

Painting Pottery at Painterly Pottery (228)

Are you interested in creating fun pieces of pottery, but not excited about starting with a lump of clay? In this class held at Painterly Pottery on Bay Road in Saginaw, you’ll pick out a different unfired pottery piece each week, choose your paint, and then have fun designing your own look with guidance from Painterly Pottery artists. Your choices will include bowls, mugs, salad plates, etc. The staff at Painterly Pottery will then fire your piece and give you the finished product a week later. The class fee includes three pieces of pottery.

Tuesdays: February 17, 24 & March 3 • 2 - 4 p.m. Price: $57 Members; $87 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Basic Skills in Portrait Drawing (229)

When drawing, a picture can be created in a realistic or interpretive manner. However, when drawing a portrait in order to get a likeness, accuracy is important. This class will attempt to show how the face and features are constructed in order for the depiction to be understood and remembered. Session one will be devoted to showing participants how to see and then reproduce these features to achieve a likeness. Comparative measurement will be taught as well as sharing and values. The last session will be spent reproducing a finished portrait. Our class leader is Joanne Rummel, a professional artist who has taught pre-school to college-level art. You will be sent a supply list. The class is limited to 15. Thursdays: February 26, March 5 & 12 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $29 Members; $58 Non-Members Room: A107

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Experience Origami (232)

Have fun and impress your friends by learning how to make some simple creations using the Japanese art of paper folding. Origami started in the 17th century and was popularized outside Japan in the mid-1900s. Today, paper folding has evolved into a modern art form. This class is appropriate for beginners or more advanced students as we will start with simple projects and work up to more complex ones. The class will be led by Mark DeWolf Ott who has led Origami classes for the Japanese Cultural Center and the Saginaw Art Museum. Paper will be provided. Mondays: March 9, 16, 23 & 30 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Bob Ross Style Oil Painting (230)

Have you ever watched Bob Ross on PBS and thought that by using his techniques even YOU might be able to paint? If so, this class is for you. Using the wet-on-wet oil painting techniques used by Ross and Bill Alexander, everyone can enjoy the joy and magic of oil painting. The class will be led by Morris Hinson, who has both an Alexander Art and Bob Ross Certification. This class is geared toward the hobby, or recreational painter. The class fee includes all painting supplies and a canvas spread. A picture of the lighthouse painting you will do appears above. You will receive a list of a few everyday items from home that you will need to bring to class. Please bring a bag lunch. Friday: April 24 • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Price: $85 Members; $115 Non-Members Room: A107

Drawing With Colored Pencils (231)

Explore colored pencil drawing in this class. You will learn how to use color while drawing to add drama and depth to a composition. A variety of subjects will be explored including landscapes, portraits, and still lifes. Techniques including line, shading, and form will be focused on to create one of a kind drawings. The instructor, Marcia Henne, has worked in many media and holds an M.F.A. in painting. You will receive a supply list upon registration. The class maximum is 15.

Tuesdays: March 24, 31, April 7, 14 & 21 • 2 - 4 p.m. Price: $59 Members; $89 Non-Members Room: A107

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Cooking & Hobbies Cooking at the Fusion 1 Café (233/234)

Join Chef Craig Fiebke for two more enjoyable cooking classes. The January/February session will feature a tour of Asian cooking and the April session will explore current trends in cooking. At least one class will have a “hands on” component where you can make something new. Each week you will enjoy a delicious four-course meal at the conclusion of the lively cooking demonstration. The class will be held at the Fusion 1 Café on Saginaw Street in downtown Bay City. The class is limited to 20.

Session One (233) Wednesdays: January 21, 28 & February 4 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Session Two (234) Wednesdays: April 15, 22 & 29 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Price for Each Session: $85 Members; $115 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Learn to Grow Edible Mushrooms (235)

Have you ever wanted to learn more about mushrooms or learn how to grow fresh mushrooms yourself? Have you ever wondered what the nutritional values and benefits are in eating mushrooms? In this class you will learn about different edible mushrooms and then how to grow them in your garden at home. During class, we will inoculate poplar logs with a strain of edible grey dove oyster mushrooms (pleurotus ostreatus). Everyone

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will take home a mushroom log to plant, to watch their mushrooms grow, and eat! The class is led by mushroom afficionado and SVSU adjunct criminal justice instructor Diane DeKett.

Tuesdays: April 7, 14, 21 & 28 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Wednesday: March 18 • 2 - 4 p.m. Price: $14 Members; $28 Non-Members Room: C129

Bridge Workshop: Advanced Play of the Hand (238)

This eight-session class is intended for those who wish to raise their level of declarer play. The class will quickly review planning, the five basic declarer strategies, and then a group of advanced strategies. The latter will include advanced finessing, dummy reversal, cross trumping, endplays, squeezes, and coups. The two-hour class will be divided between a class session and play of prearranged hands. Rich Siemer, a Silver Life Master, is the instructor.

How to Research and Preserve Your Family History (236)

Fridays: April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $79 Members; $109 Non-Members Room: C129

In cooperation with the Public Libraries of Saginaw, OLLI is pleased to offer a class which introduces you to community genealogy resources and provides tips on how to effectively trace your family history. The first session, held in a computer lab, will be an introduction to genealogy and will also provide useful information on the history and care of family documents and photographs. It will be held in a computer lab at SVSU. In the second session, held at the Hoyt Library in Saginaw, you will be shown its vast collection of unique and valuable resources on the history of the Saginaw Valley, and its people and families. The class will be led by Leo Lefevre, Local History and Genealogy Library Assistant at the library.

Wine Seminar and Tasting at Jake’s Old City Grill (239)

Attention, wine lovers! Here’s a chance to take your knowledge of wine to the next level. We have put together a unique experience for you that includes an educational seminar about wine production, how to appreciate and evaluate wine, and how to shop, keep and serve wine to maximize enjoyment. You will learn how to identify wine types and about the different wine regions of the world. The class will be led by Jake’s managing partner, PJ Barrera. Six wine samples will be served and discussed. The price also includes lunch and a glass of your favorite wine. This will definitely be an enjoyable way to spend a winter afternoon!

Fridays: February 13 & 20 • 10 - noon Price: $18 Members; $36 Non-Members Room: C141/Off-Site

Monday: February 2 • 1 - 4 p.m. Price: $55 Members; $85 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Beginning Mah Jongg (237)

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

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Computers & Technology Social Media Savvy (240)

If you have jumped on the social media bandwagon you likely have questions about what types of things you should post on your page, who you should “friend,” and when it’s appropriate to comment or just “like” something. This class will cover etiquette on social media, issues of privacy management, and potential drawbacks of using social media. There will be plenty of time to get answers to all your questions. The class will be led by Melissa Hobart, a communications professor at SVSU. Thursdays: January 22, 29 & February 5 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C140

Friday: January 30 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Price: $37 Members; $67 Non-Members Room: C141

iPad Fundamentals (243)

If you have jumped on the iPad bandwagon but still don’t feel as though you’re using it to its full potential, join us for this class. We’ll start with the basics and also cover apps, accessories, downloading books and movies, taking pictures, and much more. Bring your iPad to class, but please, no firstgeneration iPads! Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20.

Introduction to Pinterest (241)

Do you have a Pinterest account yet? If not, you’re missing a wonderful opportunity to connect with others throughout the world who share your passions. This unique postboard-style photo sharing website allows users to create and manage theme-based collections which might pertain to hobbies, interests, events and more. You can browse other pinboards for inspiration, re-pin images to your board, and “like” posts. In this class, you will learn how to set up your own Pinterest page, how to navigate the website, and post to your page. The class will be led by Terry King, CEO of Action Leaders, a consulting, training and coaching organization. If you do not yet have a Pinterest account, please arrive by 9:30 a.m. on the first day, and if you already have an account, please arrive by 10 a.m.

Fridays: January 30 & February 6 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

iPad Level Two (244)

If you have already taken our Fundamentals class, or already know the basics of your iPad (like updating it and installing apps), this class is for you. We will focus on more advanced applications and how to get your iPad to sync with all your other devices. Bring your iPad to class, but please, no firstgeneration iPads! Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20

Fridays: January 16 & 23 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C141

Viruses & How to Clean Your Computer (242)

Fridays: February 27 & March 6 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

Computer viruses can destroy computer data, hard drives and make your computer completely non-usable. Knowing how to prevent them and what to do if you get one is essential. In the first half of this class, you will learn about viruses, malware, spyware and adware. We will discuss various software Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

applications that can help prevent viruses and how to remove viruses once they are on the computer. In the second half of the class, you will learn how to keep your computer running at top speed by cleaning it up and removing excess files. Learn how to remove unwanted programs and how to find and delete old files, temp files, or the garbage left over when downloading programs. The class will be led by Gary Holik, who also leads classes for the Bay County Library System. You will have a one-hour break for lunch and the class limit is 15.

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iPhone Level Two (247)

How to Optimize the Usage of Your Kindle Fire (245)

Do you mainly use your Kindle to just read books? Would you like to learn more about its capabilities but don’t know where to start? This class will provide an overview of all Kindle functions and also cover apps, cloud storage, and much more. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. Bring your Kindle to class. The class maximum is 20. Fridays: January 30 & February 6 from 1 - 3 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

So You Bought an iPhone?! (246)

If you have completed our beginning iPhone class, or already have a pretty good understanding how to use your phone, this class is for you! You will learn more about how to get the most from your iPhone and increase your comfort level with using it. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20. Fridays: March 20 & 27 • 1 - 3 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

Android Tablet Fundamentals (248)

Although iPad is the most popular tablet, there are many other options available which are less expensive and use Google’s opensource Android operating system. Brands include Samsung, Asus, Google Nexus, and Sony. If you own one of these devices but don’t feel as though you’re using it to its full potential, join us for this class. We’ll start with the basics and also cover apps, accessories, downloading books and movies, taking pictures, and much more. Bring your tablet to class. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20.

Have you recently taken the plunge and bought an iPhone? In this two-session class, we will go through the capabilities of this powerful tool and help you to become more comfortable using it. After completing this course, we suggest that you consider the iPad class as both use the same platform. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20. Fridays: February 13 & 20 • 1 - 3 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

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

Android Tablet Level Two (249)

If you have taken our Android fundamentals class, or already have a pretty good understanding how to use your tablet, this class is for you. You will learn more about how to get the most out of your tablet. You will also get answers to the burning questions you have about your device. Bring your tablet to class. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. The class maximum is 20. Fridays: March 20 & 27 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

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Password Manager (250)

Everything we use today has a username and password, but are you supposed to remember all those accounts? This class will provide an overview of password managers available to manage all those pesky accounts. We will also cover how to create, change, and make passwords that are as secure as possible and how to secure your accounts with two factor authentication. Our instructor is Zachary Moreno, who has been instructing OLLI students for two years now and provides advice to customers at a major local computer retailer. You must know your device’s user name and password to enroll in this class. The class maximum is 20.

who also leads classes for the Bay County Library System. Sign up quickly; we are limited to 15 participants. You will have a one-hour break for lunch. Friday: April 10 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Price: $37 Members; $67 Non-Members Room: C141

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Fridays: February 27 & March 6 • 1 - 3 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C128

Computer I for Windows 8.1 Users (251)

Have you purchased a new personal computer and feel frustrated by Windows 8? This class will explain how Windows 8 varies from earlier platforms. It will also guide you through these basic skills: the taskbar; how to open, save and print files; how to move, resize, minimize, and maximize windows; and customizing your desktop. You must bring your own portable computer to class (laptop, notebook, etc.) as the computers in the University labs still use Windows 7. If you have Windows 8, you need to update for 8.1 prior to the first session. (Call the OLLI office if you don’t know how.) Our instructor is Jerry Vance, a retired Dow Chemical computer programmer who has been leading OLLI classes for three years. The class maximum is 12. Fridays: February 13, 20 & 27 • 1- 3 p.m. Price: $37 Members; $67 Non-Members Room: C140

How to Buy and Sell on eBay (252) In this class you will learn how to establish an eBay account, search to find what you are looking for, and complete your transaction. We will also discuss this site’s built-in security features. In the second half of the class, you will learn how to sell something on eBay. We will cover how to make your item stand out, how to deal with bad checks, postage, and other issues. The session will be held in a computer lab so that you will be able to find specifically what you are looking for. The class will be led by Gary Holik, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Madonna (253)

This course will examine the life and career of one of the most successful and controversial woman in the history of popular music. During the past 32 years, Madonna has achieved international success as a singer, songwriter, actress and businesswoman. Often called the “Queen of Pop,” she is the best-selling female artist in history with over 300 million records sold worldwide. Born Madonna Louise Ciccone in Bay City in 1958, her grandparents were lifelong residents, and her mother, Madonna Louse Fortin was born and married there. Despite her Bay City roots, Madonna’s relationship with her hometown has been rocky at best. The course will include many classic music videos, scenes from her films, and several hundred photos, including some rare family photographs. It will also examine her family’s history in the area and also discuss why Bay City has failed to capitalize on its most famous native. The class will be led by OLLI member Gary Johnson. Thursdays: February 12, 19, 26 & March 5 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

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Blues, Cajun & Zydeco Music (254) The Pipe Organ and Its Music (257) Join the talented Ziggie Zeitler, owner of the White Crow Conservatory of Music, for an entertaining and informative class about Blues, Cajun, and Zydeco music. He will discuss the origins of each type, show some videos which illustrate each of the styles, and also demonstrate each style. Ziggie, who has been recording and touring for more than 40 years, is a multi-instrumentalist with more than a dozen albums to his name. He is also one of Saginaw’s most prolific music teachers. The class will be held at the White Crow, 3736 Mackinaw in Saginaw.

The pipe organ is one of the world’s oldest and most diverse instruments. Its tonal colors cover a large dynamic range and are utilized in sacred and secular contexts. This three-part class is an introductory survey of the organ’s repertoire highlighting the stylistic periods of Baroque, Romantic, and the 20th century. Musical examples will be performed on the Frances Goll Mills Memorial Pipe Organ, First Congregational Church’s recently restored four-manual pipe organ. The class will be led by Nicholas Schmelter, who has served as the Minister of Music at the historic church since 2011. Please note that this class will be held at the church, 403 South Jefferson, in Saginaw.

Wednesdays: February 18, 25 & March 4 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Tuesdays: March 3, 10 & 17 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

SBSO Preview Lecture With Maestro Brett Mitchell (255)

Join Saginaw Bay Symphony music director Brett Mitchell as he delves into the pieces which the symphony will perform two days after each of his talks. The March 14 concert entitled On the Road Again, features the music of Kilar, Mendelssohn, Ravel, and Beethoven. The April 11 concert will be a Grand Farewell and feature pieces by Puts, Mozart and Mahler which were performed in 2010, Mitchell’s first year with the SBSO. This will be a fun, in-depth look at what you will hear at the concert. Tickets to the concert are not included in the class fee.

Literature, Writing & Movies The Poetry of Mary Oliver (258)

Thursdays: March 12 & April 9 • 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Price: $16 Members; $32 Non-Members Room: ES115

Fiddlin’ Around (256)

Is there something about violin music that really gets to you? Or maybe it’s the fiddle that appeals. (They’re the same instrument - just the tunes are different.) Join a group that will allow you to test your abilities. Long-time music teacher and performer Duane Spyker will guide class members into the world of violins. Meet your musical peers at the White Crow Conservatory of Music, 3736 Mackinaw, Saginaw. Violins will be available to borrow for the class. The maximum is 12.

Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award poet Mary Oliver is widely celebrated for her precise descriptions of the natural world that become springboards to reflections on faith, aging, her dogs, and the culture around us. She invites us to look - and to look again - at the quiet events that surround us and through such looking find meaning. Please bring Blue Horses (2014), Oliver’s latest short poetry collection to the first class. We’ll explore a variety of techniques to read and respond to these poems supplemented by selections from Oliver’s earlier works. The class is led by Kay Harley, a retired SVSU English professor. Mondays: January 26, February 2 & 9 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

Tuesdays: March 24, 31, April 7 & 14 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $39 Members; $69 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

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OLLI Book Club (259)

This winter our first selection is the classic Our Town by Thorton Wilder which was first produced and published in 1936 to wide acclaim. Our second book is The Boys in the Boat, a 2013 non-fiction book by Daniel James Brown about nine Americans and their quest for gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Our March selection is The Lowland, a work of fiction by the Pulitzer Prize-wining author Jhumpa Lahiri. Our final selection is the thought-provoking nonfiction book by Nicholas Carr entitled, The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains. This semester the discussion will be led by OLLI members Leslie Sanders, Alice Buchalter, Jane Acker and Bev McFarland. Please read the first book prior to the first class. Wednesdays: January 28, February 25, March 25 & April 22 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C140

Classical Mythology (260)

Phrases like “Trojan Horse,” “Achilles’ Heel” and dozens of others have become a permanent part of our culture. Even the constellations of the northern hemisphere embody stories from Greek and Roman mythology. Barb Mitchell, a fellow OLLI member who holds a Master’s in Classical Languages from Ohio State, will introduce (or reacquaint) you with the stories from our past that satisfied the human desire to understand the universe around us for more than a thousand years. Although she will using a number of sources, please purchase Little Books About Big Things: Classical Mythology by Bob Bailey Mucker. It will be available in the SVSU bookstore. Tuesdays: March 17, 24, 31 & April 7 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Arthurian Legend (261)

This class will study core medieval texts of the Arthurian Legend, from Geoffrey of Monmouth’s 12th century History of the Kings of Britain (selections) to Sir Thomas Malory’s 15th century Morte d’Arthur (selections). Readings will include Wace. Roman de Brut (Selections); Layamon. Brut (selections); The Alliterative Morte Arthure (selections); Chrétien de Troyes. The Knight of the Cart; The Prose Merlin; and The Suite du Merlin. Those enrolled should purchase the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

course book in advance of the first meeting of class: The Romance of Arthur: An Anthology of Medieval Texts in Translation. Ed. Norris J. Lacy and James J. Wilhelm. 3rd ed. Our instructor is Professor Basil Clark, SVSU English Department. Thursdays: March 19, 26, April 2, 9 & 16 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $32 Members; $62 Non-Members Room: C129

Weird Films That I Like (262)

If you like films that are “not quite the norm” you’ll want to join OLLI member Steve Parkhurst for this class. We’ll begin each session by watching the film and then lively discussion will follow. The films include Chronos by Guillermo del Toro, a highly unorthodox tale about the seductiveness of the idea of immortality; Das Boot by Wolfgang Peterson, which is set on a WWII submarine and told from the German point of view; and Prospero’s Books by Peter Greenaway, an interesting take on Shakespeare’s Tempest. Tuesdays: February 17, 24 & March 3 • 1 - 4 p.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

Writing Your Life, One Piece at a Time (263)

Whether you want to write your memoir for family or for the world, this class is packed with ways to access your stories and ways to make those stories come alive on the page. You’ll learn ways to build a compelling narrative and examples of forms that the stories might take. The class is led by Marylou Bugh, an OLLI member who holds an MFA from Goddard Collage in Vermont and has 30 years teaching, from elementary to college students. She has had several short stories and nonfiction pieces published. The class fee includes her new book, Writing Your Life, One Piece at a Time. Tuesdays: April 14 & 21 • 1 - 4 p.m. Price: $35 Members; $65 Non-Members Room: C129

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Religion & Foreign Language History & Philosophy of God (264)

Now that we have a solid grounding in the anatomy and functioning of the brain, as well as the scanning technologies that allow us to have an intimate view of brain activity, we will continue this semester with the Teaching Company’s course, “The Spiritual Brain: Science and Religious Experience.” During this journey we will examine such topics as near death experiences, revelations, brain stimulation and religious experiences. Also, we will consider the most interesting duet of “how the brain changes God” and “how God changes the brain.” The two focal points of the class, science and God, and God and the brain, should give us a great platform for lively discussion. The class discussion will be led by OLLI member Ron Taylor. Thursdays: January 15, 22, 29, February 5 & 12 9:30 a.m. - Noon Price: $32 Members; $62 Non-Members Room: C129

Chinese Culture and Language (265)

Are you planning a trip to China and want to talk to the locals? Do you want to learn more about Tai Chi, Chinese painting, and china? Does Chinese culture and language seem interesting to you? If you answered “yes” to these questions, this class is right for you. This beginning class will introduce you to the Chinese Mandarin language and the culture behind the language. You will learn about Chinese songs, games, traditional Chinese food, and Chinese holidays. This course is offered by the Saginaw Chinese and Research Institute. The instructor is Ge Yin (Ge), a native Chinese speaker with a vast amount of teaching experience in the Great Lakes Bay region. She has a master’s degree in Education from SVSU Wednesdays: January 14, 21 & 28 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $75 Members; $105 Non-Members Room: C129

Conversational Spanish I (266)

Are you traveling to Spain or Mexico and wish to learn a little Spanish to enhance your visit? In this course, you will learn essential vocabulary and phrases needed to begin communicating immediately with Spanish Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

speakers. It is a beginning course which will emphasis oral communication at a basic level. It is intended for those with none to some knowledge of the Spanish language. This will be a fun and lively class. Your class leader is Jorge Parodi, a Midland school teacher who also leads Spanish classes for SVSU’s Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development. Mondays: February 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16 & 23 4 - 5:30 p.m. Price: $37 Members; $67 Non-Members Room: C129

History The Mystery of Richard III (267)

Richard III was King of England for two years, from 1483 until his death in 1485 in the Battle of Bosworth Field. Was Richard III the ambitious wicked uncle who killed his brother and nephews and usurped the throne as depicted by Shakespeare, or was he the maligned statesman championed by the Richard III Society? Does the discovery of his skeleton in a car park in 2012 help us to better understand this king and his place in English history? Join SVSU retired history professor Bob Braddock for a closer look at this mysterious historical figure.

Thursdays: January 15, 22 & 29 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

Richard Nixon: His Rise and Fall (268)

Richard Nixon was one of the most complex leaders in American political history. In terms of intelligence, education, experience and toughness, he had the qualities to be a great president. But, he fell short less than two years after carrying 49 states in his successful campaign for a second term. What happened? Why the spectacular rise and fall? This class will cover his early years through World War II, his rise to the top, the presidential years, and the fall and partial comeback. The class will be led by Northwood University history professor, John Pafford. Tuesdays: January 20, 27, February 3 & 10 10 a.m. - noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

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Murder by the Bay and Other Dastardly Crimes (269)

President Nixon’s improprieties in office, including support for criminal activities perpetrated by internal allies of the President, such as the Plumbers and the Committee to Re-Elect the President, Watergate altered Americans’ faith in government forever. The class is led by Katherine Ellison, an SVSU adjunct faculty member and managing director of History Geek Consulting.

Bay City during the last half of the 19th century was a lumber industry boom town creating dozens of multi-millionaires as it grew into the third-largest city in the state. With the booming economy came the dark side with vices of every description to lure the coins from the pockets of the workingman. Violence along the waterfront was common, but murder was rare and when it happened it was big news. Sifting through the murder cases of the era, a number of them will come alive in dramatic form in this class. Hear about the killing involving a Civil War soldier which ended in the oldest murder trial in Bay City, a bunch of drunken coal miners shooting a young bride in an Amelith dance hall, a counterfeiting wannabe who bludgeoned his turncoat partner, and the violence and disorder of rioting Polish immigrants in the South End around St. Stanislaus Church as they chased after the parish pastor to lynch him. The class will be led by former Bay City Times crime reporter, Tim Younkman.

Mondays: March 9, 16, 23 & 30 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Saginaw’s Early Transportation Systems & Hotels (271)

In the 1800s the Saginaw River was the main highway into the Saginaw Valley for transportation, commercialism, and culture. Then, the railroads, streetcars, roads and bridges brought more people into the valley. The horse and carriage era was replaced with the automobile in the early 1990s. Over the years, several leading hotels were built to accommodate the large number of people coming to Saginaw. This class led by local historian Rose Ederer, is based on her new Book Two, Where Once The Tall Pines Stood.

Mondays: February 16, 23 & March 2 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

Thursdays: March 19 & 26 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $18 Members; $36 Non-Members Room: C129

Cooke’s Wagon Road of 1846 and the Mormon Battalion (272)

What connection ties together Bay City’s “River of Time,” the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the California Gold Rush, Brigham Young, the Eisenhower Road System and the Gadsden Purchase? Answer: Why, the U.S. Army’s Mormon Battalion, of course. If you have not heard of them, you’re not alone. Yet this 500-man infantry unit, specifically recruited at President James K. Polk’s request, proved to be General Stephen Kearny’s “ace in the hole” in securing Aalta California” during the Mexican War. This class will place the battalion in context of its recruitment, service, accomplishments and importance in helping fullfill America’s “Manifest Destiny.” It will be led by Kevin Henson, an amateur historian and Mapping & Project Consultant for Mapntour, a 3D geomarketing company based in Midland.

Tricky Dicky and Watergate: A Nation Deceived (270)

This course examines the Richard M. Nixon administration from 1969-1974, with a focus specifically on Nixon’s dirty tricks and the Watergate Affair, as well as the impact of these events on future American political consciousness. Already experiencing a crisis in confidence due to the lingering Vietnam War, Americans looked with horror into the back alley of Washington’s political corruption through the exposes of the Washington Post and other news media. Termed the “Watergate Affair,” this event would supersede any successes during Nixon’s administration and illustrate the capability for a president’s abuse of power. Eventually revealing Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Mondays: April 13, 20 & 27 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

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Local Commerce Behind Closed Doors (273)

In this unique “class” you will visit four local companies/organizations and learn more about them. Visits include: the historic Bay City Hall, which reopened in early 2014 after a 2010 fire; the Spicer Group, a Saginaw engineering, planning and surveying firm; Weiss Centennial Farm in Frankenmuth, Michigan’s 2013 Centennial Farm of the Year; and GM/Saginaw Metal Casting plant, which offers four aluminum casting processes. After each tour, you will have an opportunity to join the class for lunch at a nearby restaurant. Your hosts are OLLI members Maggie and Dan Kempf. The class is held off campus and you are responsible for your own transportation. You will be sent addresses and phone numbers for each site and lunch information when you register. Wednesdays: January 21, February 18, March 18 & April 15 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

Best of Behind Closed Doors (274)

Over the years, our Behind Closed Doors class has visited some especially interesting organizations. This class includes repeat visits to three of these: the Children’s Museum in Saginaw, a hands-on museum designed for children under 12; Saginaw Water Works, which purifies and pumps water to the region; and Valley Publishing, a printing plant owned by the Bay City Times and Saginaw News. After each tour, you will have an opportunity to join the class for lunch at a nearby restaurant. Your hosts are OLLI members Maggie and Dan Kempf. The class is held off campus and you are responsible for your own transportation. You will be sent addresses and phone numbers for each site, and lunch information when you register. Wednesdays: February 4, March 4, April 1 & May 6 • 10 a.m. - Noon Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: Off-Site

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Post-Retirement Financial Planning: It is Never Too Late to Enhance Your Retirement (275)

Just because you are already retired doesn’t mean you can’t improve your chances for a successful retirement. This interactive class addresses a number of strategies that can add to your financial security in retirement. Kim Gardey, a Certified Financial Planner who has counseled hundreds of retirees, will lead the class. In addition, several guest speakers will bring to the classroom their expertise on specific topics. All registrants will receive a Post-Retirement Planning Kit to aid them in enhancing their retirement. Tuesdays: March 10, 17 & 24 • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

Current Events & Social Studies The Militarization of American Police (276)

Americans have always desired that police operations be local in nature, not federally structured. The image of the friendly patrol officer known to the community has disappeared and instead has been replaced by a new image which appears more like an occupying hostile military force. What began during the “War on Drugs” has exploded during the “War on Terror.” The military armament and tactics witnessed in Afghanistan are now appearing on our local streets. SWAT teams employing night vision goggles, flash bang grenades and armored former military vehicles are changing the relationship between local police and their role in our daily life. Innocent adults and children are the all too frequent casualties. This course will explore the accelerated militarization of American local and state police forces. The class will be led by Jim Johnson, an adjunct political science professor and attorney. Fridays: January 30, February 6, 13 & 20 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C224

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The Constitution: Its Beginnings and Relevance Today (277)

Since its creation over 200 years ago, the Constitution remains the greatest legal document ever written, and it is a living document. While the Supreme Court continually interprets the Constitution so as to reflect a rapidly changing world, its basic tenets have remained virtually unchanged since its inception, and unchallenged as well. In this class, OLLI member and retired school teacher Jim Reha will explain the background of the Constitution and how it is still meaningful today. Attendees will receive a pocket-sized Constitution. Tuesdays: February 17, 24 & March 3 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $22 Members; $44 Non-Members Room: C129

Issues in the News (279)

This class will discuss various issues currently in the news. There will be two topics in each of the four class periods. A 15-20 video from TED.com will present one speaker’s view of the issue. Discussion of the issue will follow each talk. TED talks don’t just present a summary of events and their causes, they tend to focus on innovative ideas and broad issues. Likely topics will be the art of democratic debate, charter cities as a solution to poverty, social experiments in poverty, antidotes to apathy, ways to fix a broken legal system, aid versus trade to Africa, and probably a couple on education. The class will be moderated by OLLI member Carol Gohm.

The Seduction of America by the Pentagon (278)

Since WWII, Americans have been told that supporting the military is an essential part of being patriotic. Corporate America has found it extremely profitable to develop ad campaigns around the phrase “Support the Troops.” We were warned over half a century ago that this would happen from one of our greatest war heroes, President Eisenhower. His farewell address to the nation implored us to beware of what he termed, “the military-industrial-complex.” We have not only ignored his advice but have become totally seduced by all things military. It is now political suicide to suggest any reduction in the defense budget and as a consequence we spend more on military activities than the next 13 nations on the planet combined. This course will explore how Americans have willingly become seduced by the Pentagon and the corporate interests of the militaryindustrial-complex. The class will be led by Jim Johnson, an adjunct political science professor and attorney.

Thursdays: February 19, 26, March 5 & 12 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Price: $27 Members; $54 Non-Members Room: C129

Class & Trip Cancellation Policy Policy for Classes and Events:

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

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$10 cancellation fee. If your spot is filled from the wait list, the remainder of the registration fee will be refunded. If your spot isn’t filled, and you cancel less than one month prior to the trip your registration fee will be forfeited. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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