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Join this exciting four-week class where flat paper transforms into amazing 3-D worlds! We will learn how to use simple card stock to build incredible models.

First, we will cover the essential materials, tools, and processes. We will also learn important safety rules for cutting and gluing so everyone can craft safely. We will start by building classic Putz houses. You will design spooky scenes for Halloween, displays for Dia de los Muertos, and winter tableaus for Winter villages.

Next, we leave Earth to build 3-D fictional spacecraft! You will also craft detailed card models that are perfect for tabletop RPG games. Finally, we will learn the magic of automata, creating fun paper models with mechanical moving parts.

Get ready to cut, fold, and build your own paper worlds! For syllabus and materials list, email: artnlunch@gmail.com

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The more advanced recorder players participate in a group. Students will analyze and interpret the music and improve their playing! Join us as we progress along the “path to perfection”. This class is for “beyond beginners”. Bring your own recorder, either soprano or alto.

Learn to play the Recorder. Stay and listen in or keep practicing with the Intermediate group.

Bring your own recorder to class.

Contact Fran Wenger at olli@csulb.edu for details.

Join me for a 6 week journey that bridges ancient wisdom and modern wellness coaching. This course is designed for those seeking to navigate life’s transitions with more clarity, intention, and ease. Each session is designed to engage both the body and the mind. We begin with 45 minutes of Somatic Grounding—utilizing gentle breathwork, guided meditation, and chair-supported movement to calm the nervous system and sharpen focus. The second half of the class transitions into a Professional Coaching Workshop. We will explore the 6 Pillars of Mindful Living and learn how to apply these timeless principles to our daily habits, relationships, and state of being. Come to explore and discover what is possible for you.

This class will examine three important conditions that cause people to believe misinformation and lies that weaken our democracy.

Especially important in a democracy is a commitment to a ”Just War”. How is that different from “War”? A discussion of the principles of a “Just War” will be included

Explore contemporary nonfiction books in this engaging book club for lifelong learners. We examine works on politics, history, public policy, and current events through thoughtful conversation, critical thinking, and shared reflection in a welcoming environment. This summer, our readings trace how the global competition for strategic resources shapes geopolitics, conflict, and economic power. We begin with an exploration of the six essential raw materials that underpin modern civilization, from microchips to construction. We then turn to four decades of rivalry in the Middle East, a region holding much of the world's energy resources. At a moment when supply chain disruptions, trade policy, and energy security dominate headlines, these books offer crucial context for understanding how the scramble for materials drives international relations, technological advancement, and regional instability. Together, they reveal why control over physical resources remains central to global power, and how resource competition continues to reshape alliances, economies, and conflicts worldwide.

Summer books: July 31 – "Material World" by Ed Conway

August 28 – "Black Wave" by Kim Ghattas

Prerequisite: Bridge 1 or knowledge of Bridge 1 materials.

Topics include: major suit transfers,“Two Over One” bidding, one no trump forcing, overcalls, takeout doubles, negative doubles, plus an in-class tournament for master points. Pay an additional $20 card fee to LB Bridge Center. 

 Prerequisite: Bridge 1 and 2 or knowledge of Bridge materials.

Topics include: preempts and The Law, leads and carding, 2 club strong opener, 1430 and slam bidding, finesses, defensive thoughts, plus an in-class tournament for master points. Pay the additional $20 card fee to the LB Bridge Center.

Whether you are an experienced singer or have always desired to sing, this creative chorus is for you. Together we will gain confidence in our natural singing abilities and musicianship. Performances will be scheduled when we are fully prepared.

Fee for music scores. A pencil w/eraser and a 1” BLACK 3 ring binder are required.

FREE EVENT FOR OLLI MEMBERS...

With a half-million cardiac arrests each year, CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) can help save a life if a person’s breathing or heart stops. Why Is CPR Important? Keeping the blood flow active - even partially – extends the opportunity for a successful resuscitation once trained medical staff arrive on site. ALSO: Learn about support for women and the threat of Heart Disease. Come to find out more about the “Red Bags of Courage"

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

This is an on-going crafts class that explores different crafting projects, tools, techniques and mediums. Projects are varied and chosen with the class interests in mind. Projects may have a supply fee for specific materials needed. Students need to bring a basic tool and supply kit that will support the current project. This class is for mid to high skill level students. Experience in card making, crafts, basic art skills, tools and techniques is required.

Stay informed and have your say on the news of the day. Instructors will choose a few current event topics each week, give a brief presentation for each and then ask for thoughtful comments and questions from the class. Discussions are very much valued and are the core of the class. Class members are also encouraged to choose a topic of their own and present it for discussion

Learn the fundamentals of finger style, Travis picking, finger rolls, thumb independence, and chord melodies. Review knowledge of chords and positions. Learn a variety of song styles, including: traditional, folk, country, blues, and jazz.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

“When you read a short story, you come out a little more aware and a little more in love with the world around you.” — George Saunders If you want to read short stories that leave an impact long after reading them, sign up for “Four Stories, Four Weeks” to discuss a classic or contemporary work each week in the company of readers who enjoy storytelling in the short form.

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We will begin the class learning the guitar nomenclature and how to tune the guitar. Next, we will go through strumming techniques. Then we will go through basic chord structures and how to change from one chord to another. Finally, we will work on playing our favorite song.

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Rancho Los Cerritos We will meet on site at the Rancho Los Cerritos, a national historic site located in the heart of Long Beach on the ancestral homeland of the Tongva people. The historic adobe house was constructed in 1844 and over the years has served as headquarters for cattle and sheep ranching, tenant housing, a private residence and currently a museum. Our interactive study of Rancho history will include house and garden tours, hands -on activities, visits from living history characters from the Rancho's past and exploration of artifacts.

Come, enjoy Jeff's favorite movies. Offer a suggestion if you have a favorite!

1. The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance: John Wayne, Jimmy Stewart

2. The Bride Came COD: Bette Davis, James Cagney

3. Rebel Without A Cause: James Dean, Natalie Wood

4. The Third Man: Orsen Welles, Joseph Cotton

5. Freebie And The Bean: James Caan, Alan Arkin

6. Young Frankenstein

7. D.O.A... Edmund O'brien

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Have you ever thought about starting a family tree or an extensive genealogy and did not know where to begin?

This course takes you on a journey through the stories of resistance and rebellion among enslaved people in the Americas. We’ll dive into famous uprisings like the Haitian Revolution, the Amistad Rebellion, and Nat Turner’s Uprising, as well as some lesser-known fights for freedom in places like Brazil, Cuba, and the Guianas. You’ll get to look at firsthand accounts and expert research to figure out what drove these movements, how they were organized, and what they accomplished.

It gives me great pleasure to host our cinematic journey during the summer session.

Although each prior session hasn’t followed a central theme, the movies I chose this time arranged themselves quite neatly in a theme. We’ll see an “Oldie,” an animated film, a foreign film, a drama, a comedy and a new category; films about Los Angeles. The balance are movies I thought excellent. I choose films for their excellent writing, dialogue, acting, and their overall aura. If you enjoy delving more deeply into this art form enhanced via a group discussion, then this is the place to be. We will continue our quest to find the answer to: “What makes a movie a timeless masterpiece?”

How can we create a beautiful, intimate experience as we move from this lifetime to our final “sunset”?

I/we will start by turning the fearful unknown into a known by exploring our options for palliative care, hospice care, end-of-life doulas, some alternative treatments and more. It is human to want to do things “our way”. This is true throughout life and possibly no more important than towards the end. We do need to understand our options; who can support us (and loved ones) in this, thus create the experience we all want and desire.

Thirty plus years in the Emergency Department and teaching about our directives has allowed me to be witness to life, death and everything in-between.

Join me to empower yourself and loved ones through this knowledge.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Did you study French in high school or college and wish that you could have continued your studies? Have you been using Duo Lingo or other online classes but want to have feedback from a live Frenchspeaking person? If so, this course is for you! Come to refresh your memory and ignite your ability to speak and understand French through a variety of modalities. Guided conversations, vocabulary building, review of essential grammar, and training in proper pronunciation will be supported by a little reading, a little writing, and songs. This course is for those with some knowledge of French and is not intended to be a first-time experience in learning French.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Did you study French in high school or college and wish that you could have continued your studies? Have you been using Duo Lingo or other online classes but want to have feedback from a live Frenchspeaking person?

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

We are a group of amateur musicians, instrumentalists and vocalists, beginner to experienced, gathering to have fun and make music. We play and sing together while developing our personal instrumental skills. Basic song sheets with chords of favorite Folk, Blues, Country and Pop tunes are compiled in the Session’s Songbook and are provided digitally. The Jammin’ class is built around the guitar and ukulele; but diverse instruments such as acoustic bass, banjo, harmonica, and keyboards are welcome.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

 Tuscan and Roman Italian Gothic, Renaissance, and Mannerism Periods

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 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 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. Students may find that, over time, they exude a glow or energetic illumination!.

CLASS TIME  CHANGE - 10:00 - 11:30 AM

In this six-week course, we’ll be exploring different methods for creating our ultimate well-being. Some of the possible topics (subject to change): Journaling Ourselves to Wellness, The Benefits of Tea, Creativity Heals, All About Oracle Cards, and a Crystal Grid for Release. Each class will also feature an active meditation such as new ways to nurture the self, expanding possibilities to release our old thinking patterns, and saying good-bye to the past once and for all. Please bring your journal to the first class session

This class requires some (but limited) tap experience.  Classwill have a warm up, learning steps, dancing across the floor with short combinations, and a cool down with stretches. Tap will improve your coordination, balance, dance moves, and of course your mood! Tap shoes are recommended but not mandatory; give the class a try first if you’d like.

For more information you can contact the instructor via email (abianchinoolli@gmail.com)

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Have you ever wanted to learn to tap dance but never got around to it? This beginner’s class will get you moving, making noise, and having fun while getting a great workout.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Learn tips and tricks to use your devices more effectively or efficiently. How to use control center, app switcher, Siri, how to get free apps, get phone life daily tip, show health app, internet reader version, downloads, search, add to home screen, find my app, and many other shortcuts.

Class will cover basic information on traveling by car, cruising, plane, packing, and travel insurance. Review Apps that are available to help with travel plans. Using the internet, Siri and apps to help plan travel. How to use your apple devices when traveling.

iPads are available for classroom use

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Have you wanted to know how to play the ukulele and didn’t know where to start? This beginning ukulele class will teach you how to tune and strum your uke and provide you with basic chords that will enable you to play many songs.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

We'll work on practice pieces and sharpen our skills. Build a portfolio of work in which you will see your skills growing. Paint a different subject together each week. Subjects will range from still life to nature, landscapes, animals, people, and abstract. Learn and practice new techniques. We will paint on day one so bring your materials.

This workshop offers an opportunity to improve your watercolor painting focusing on fundamental elements such as colors, value patterns, perspectives, and composition. It is intended for students who have experience with watercolors. Bring your own materials and reference photos.

Mike gives lessons from 10:00 - 12:00, but all students contribute to the class by sharing experience, feedback and critiquing each other’s work. Students decide on their own hours to work independently or with lessons.

Everyone has a story or 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 an environment that is supportive and offers a sense of intimacy, spontaneity, and possible surprise. It is preferred that readings be done from a printed page rather than a device. Each week ALL class members will read a story they have written outside of class. Come join our lively readings and discussions

Enjoy practicing flexibility, strength building, and balance by using different yoga poses or asanas. Participants need to be able to move from a seated position on the floor to standing with ease. Learn relaxation and meditation techniques that help reduce stress, depression and anxiety. Create a flexible and strong mind/body connection.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Do you want to feel younger, look younger, and supercharge your brain? Do you want to improve your posture, stand taller, and walk or move with more ease, and diminish back, neck discomfort? Practicing the ancient art of yoga has produced these results for ages!!