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Increase your Guitar playing skills with this group of musicians. Peer learning with a Focus on The Fundamentals.

Questions?? Contact frankswatek@hotmail.com

FREE EVENT
Explore thought-provoking, contemporary nonfiction books in this engaging book club for life-long learners who want to stay informed and connected to the world. In this discussion-based course, we’ll explore compelling books on politics, history, public policy, and current events— examining how these topics shape our society and daily lives. Each session invites thoughtful conversation, critical thinking, and shared reflections in a welcoming and intellectually stimulating environment.

Class will meet twice (July 25 and August 29). Students are expected to have read the book before each meeting. Summer books:

July 25 – Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond

August 29 – The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee Leader: 

More laughter featuring a few more of my favorite comedy movies from the past. These will further our study of the many comedy genres. This session continues the laughs with films I have enjoyed and I hope you will too! Most are not the mainstream comedies you would expect, but rather overlooked films that deserve a second chance.

This hyflex class, both Zoom and on Campus, will make you smile with an occasional chuckle.

Time to grab the popcorn and get ready to enjoy your afternoon.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Have you ever thought about starting a family tree or an extensive genealogy and did not know where to begin? Maybe you have shoeboxes filled with portraits, old documents, and other items that would be useful if only they were organized? This is your chance to begin this project! First you have to identify a method of creating a lasting legacy. Then gain a familiarity with genealogical websites. Next explore a range of online resources useful for genealogical research. And finally, determine whether DNA is a useful option. The time and energy put forth with this project will be well-worth it –the completed project will be a mainstay in your family, especially if many family members already have passed. Family members: children and adults, will treasure the memories and learn similarities they have to their ancestors—this alone is a treasure.

FREE
Come to the Tech Lab and check out the computers and software. (Windows 11, Mac iOS, Chrome OS / ChromeBook and Linux) Talk technology with Wes Peck who can help with explaining the functions of a Mac or PC. We're also looking for volunteers to assist others with devices / phones or Pads. Come visit and take advantage of using the Lab computers for any project you might have.
Send an email with your questions to olli@ csulb.edu

Beginning with simple words and phrases is hardly new news! I will try to combine methods as practiced in the US Army Language School (when I was there, now the Defense Language Institute, West Coast) and The Berlitz Corporation. Learning should be enjoyable and students will be speaking and hearing from day one. Additionally, familiarity with German and Spanish are helpful as there are always parallels among European languages. We aim for a good second-grade appreciation for the language written, heard and spoken! Learning the Cyrillic alphabet is important, along with pronunciation and word recognition.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

This class will offer you an opportunity to develop skills in cutting and tearing, composition, color and texture leading to a finished collage and a strong artistic statement.

This session we will finish reading O. Henry Prize-winning short stories, selected by Amor Towles, from the 2024 edition of The Best Short Stories: The O. Henry Prize Winners. This is an opportunity to read outstanding stories from both new and wellknown authors, published or translated in English. For comparison, a few classic stories published earlier may also be considered. Each week we will read a short story and discuss our responses to what makes the story unique: themes, techniques, characters, atmosphere, etc. All class members participate, contributing multiple views of the same story. The results are stimulating, entertaining and sometimes surprising.

This will be our last use of this anthology: The Best Short Stories 2024: The O. Henry Prize Winners, Amor Towles, Guest Ed., with Jenny Minton Quigley, Series Ed. (New York: Vintage Books, 2024.  Please arrange access to this anthology to use for the class discussions. It is available in several formats: Kindle, paperback, Audible

This class is designed for anyone who wants to improve the flow of energy throughout their body and work on balance. My Tai Chi process will enhance your overall system harmony and incorporates many different styles. My teachings are open and available to anyone who wants to heal and feel fluidity in their life. Students may find that, over time, they exude a glow or energetic illumination!.   NOTE: time change to 11:30.  

Linux is an alternate computer operating system that is part of the FOSS (Free Open Source Software) movement. Learn about its history and why you may want to consider using it on your computer. With all the changes currently happening within the computer industry, many people have perfectly good computers that are being rendered obsolete. For many a Linux based system will do all they require without having to buy a new computer or software. We will explore what is available, how to get and install it, and how it differs from the Windows and Mac operating systems.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Everyone has a story to tell or several stories to tell. Regretfully, they seldom are brought to life, never articulated, never shared. This class encourages us to write our stories and share them in a classroom environment that is attentive and supportive. It offers a sense of intimacy, spontaneity, and possible surprise. This OLLI writing class meets in person. Each week ALL class members will read a story they have written outside of class. Come join our lively readings and discussions.

Yoga is for Every Body! Chair Yoga provides the full advantage of yoga’s amazing health benefits including relaxation and a feeling of well-being with adaptations for all levels of flexibility. This class uses yoga exercises, breath, energy work, affirmation and visualization as relaxation and mindfulness techniques. Students report better balance and stress management skills, along with increased strength and flexibility as a result of Chair Yoga! This Energy Medicine Yoga model is based on Lakshmi Voelker Chair Yoga (LVCY) and the Eden Energy Medicine model of Donna Eden.
NOTE: Class will be on ZOOM only July 11 and 18.  After that you can choose to attend at the church location or Zoom in from home.