Instructor: Sue Monroe Dates: 2/7/2023 - 4/18/2023 Days: Tu Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Sessions: 10 Location:The Social Chico Room: Bradley 2 Fee: Included
The words "travel" and "vacation" are often used interchangeably, but careful examination indicates subtle differences between the two. Vacation implies an escape, while travel may offer the opportunity for total immersion in a different culture. Both are relevant and explored in depth by OLLI members whose pictures, stories, and information will leave you aching to go – and return with your own adventure to tell.
Instructor: Sue Monroe Dates: 2/7/2023 - 4/18/2023 Days: Tu Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Sessions: 10 Location: Online Learning Room: Link to be Provided Fee: Included
The words "travel" and "vacation" are often used interchangeably, but careful examination indicates subtle differences between the two. Vacation implies an escape, while travel may offer the opportunity for total immersion in a different culture. Both are relevant and explored in depth by OLLI members whose pictures, stories, and information will leave you aching to go – and return with your own adventure to tell.
Instructor: Maureen Fredrickson, Bill Houck Dates: 3/3/2023 - 4/21/2023 Days: F Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Sessions: 6 Location: Other Room: Various Locations Fee: Included
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We'll visit museums, art galleries, and studios in the area and talk with curators and artists to learn more about the places and the work. Afterwards, we'll go to coffee houses or restaurants for no-host treats and conversation with group members.
Instructor: Joni Samples Dates: 3/21/2023 - 4/18/2023 Days: Tu Times: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Sessions: 5 Location:The Social Chico Room: Gordon 1 Fee: Included
How does your brain develop? Does trauma, like COVID or other issues, change your brain? We'll explore some of these questions, as well as create a mindset or thinking pattern, in other words a habit, that could overcome some of these kinds of situations. You choose what you'd like to explore and change. Now comes the hard part: practice! There are fun ways to form new healthier habits, and we'll explore those as well.
Instructor: Sandra Flake (she/her) Dates: 2/8/2023 - 4/19/2023 Days: W Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Sessions: 10 Location:The Social Chico Room: Bradley 2 Fee: Included
Chico State's tradition of academic excellence goes back more than 130 years. With over 900 faculty members and 14,200 students, the University's teaching and learning community is thriving. Discover the imagination, cutting-edge research, and expertise that flourishes in our own backyard!
Instructor: Sandra Flake (she/her) Dates: 2/8/2023 - 4/19/2023 Days: W Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Sessions: 10 Location: Online Learning Room: Link to be Provided Fee: Included
Chico State's tradition of academic excellence goes back more than 130 years. With over 900 faculty members and 14,200 students, the University's teaching and learning community is thriving. Discover the imagination, cutting-edge research, and expertise that flourishes in our own backyard!
Instructor: Michelle Borges Dates: 4/14/2023 - 4/14/2023 Days: F Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sessions: 1 Location: Other Room: See Notes Fee: Included
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The University Farm serves as the center for agricultural education, literacy, and research for a significant portion of Northern California. We welcome opportunities to show off our "living laboratory" to students, youth, farmers and ranchers, and the public. Please join us for a guided tour!
Instructor: Michelle Borges Dates: 4/21/2023 - 4/21/2023 Days: F Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sessions: 1 Location: Other Room: See Notes Fee: Included
The University Farm serves as the center for agricultural education, literacy, and research for a significant portion of Northern California. We welcome opportunities to show off our "living laboratory" to students, youth, farmers and ranchers, and the public. Please join us for a guided tour!
Instructor: David Price Dates: 2/6/2023 - 4/17/2023 Days: M Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Sessions: 10 Location:The Social Chico Room: Bradley 2 Fee: Included
A scintillating review of current themes in the media will be discussed in each class. Class members present a topic, discuss it, then open the floor for discussion and debate. Poetry, literature, scientific discovery, and educational progress are examples of the issues addressed. Special guests are welcome to present.
Instructor: David Price Dates: 2/6/2023 - 4/17/2023 Days: M Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Sessions: 10 Location: Online Learning Room: Link to be Provided Fee: Included
A scintillating review of current themes in the media will be discussed in each class. Class members present a topic, discuss it, then open the floor for discussion and debate. Poetry, literature, scientific discovery, and educational progress are examples of the issues addressed. Special guests are welcome to present.
Instructor: Heather McCafferty (she/her) Dates: 3/25/2023 - 4/22/2023 Days: Sa Times: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Sessions: 5 Location: Other Room: Various Locations Fee: Included
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Join us on a journey of discovery along Oroville's Museum Mile! The City of Oroville owns and operates five city museums including The Oroville Chinese Temple, The C.F. Lott Historic Home, The Pioneer History Museum, The Feather River Nature Center & Native Plant Park, and the Bolt's Antique Tool Museum. Each museum tells a part of the story of this region's rich heritage. Enjoy docent-led tours each class and dig deeper into the stories, artifacts, and lives of this unique Northern California town.
There is a $4 entry fee for each of the museums, which must be paid in cash, except for the Feather River Nature Center & Native Plant Park. The schedule of museums will be emailed to registered participants.
Instructor: Debra Barger, Debi Durham Dates: 3/21/2023 - 4/11/2023 Days: Tu Times: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sessions: 4 Location: Outdoor Classes Room: Various Locations Fee: Included
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California's temperate climate allows an amazing array of plants to be grown locally. Edible gardens, pollinator gardens, native gardens, contemplative gardens, and demonstration gardens are some of the many varieties to tour. Inspired by the successful model of the "Arts & Eats" OLLI class, "Garden Gourmands" will focus on touring the art of garden landscapes combined with eating locally. Join two Master Gardeners as we explore different area gardens followed by a no-host lunch at various local eateries to enjoy the bounty of Butte County.
Instructor: Leanne Ulvang, Lori Murphy Cole (she/hers) Dates: 3/21/2023 - 4/18/2023 Days: Tu Times: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sessions: 5 Location: Online Learning Room: Link to be Provided Fee: Included
This course examines the various aspects that face gardeners on the West Coast: our warming climate, drought, and fire, and how we apply those challenges to a real garden.
Instructor: Suzie Lawry-Hall (she/her) Dates: 3/21/2023 - 4/18/2023 Days: Tu Times: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Sessions: 5 Location: Online Learning Room: Link to be Provided Fee: Included
This lecture series consists of distinct classes, each designed to address a unique area of health-related issues. Presented by highly-qualified physicians and other caregivers, these classes will provide you with an opportunity to learn more about staying healthy and active. Each class is a complete topic and participants are invited to attend any combination of the offerings during the series.
Instructor: Janet Rechtman Dates: 4/10/2023 - 4/10/2023 Days: M Times: 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM Sessions: 1 Location:The Social Chico Room: Gordon 2 Fee: Included
In this half-day reflective workshop, participants can articulate their own perspectives about the lived experience of leadership as one ages. We will also explore the dynamics in play in the construction of elders' leadership identity.
Instructor: Tatiana Fassieux, Victoria Brennan Dates: 4/5/2023 - 4/5/2023 Days: W Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Sessions: 1 Location: Online Learning Room: Link to be Provided Fee: Included
This course will provide participants with the tools necessary to appeal denials of care or coverage for those with Medicare. Whether you're covered by regular Medicare or by a Medicare Advantage plan, including prescription drug coverage, you have certain protections and rights to appeal denials. This includes those who have retiree coverage as secondary to Medicare.
Instructor: Janet Rechtman Dates: 3/20/2023 - 4/3/2023 Days: M Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Sessions: 3 Location:The Social Chico Room: Bradley 1 Fee: Included
Participants in this class can deepen their understanding of the role of the board and the board's relationship to the executive director. We will look at nonprofit basics, board member roles and responsibilities, and board structures in the context of the nonprofit life cycle. There will also be opportunities to explore specific questions and concerns raised by participants.
Instructor: Joe Matthews Dates: 2/9/2023 - 4/20/2023 Days: Th Times: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Sessions: 10 Location: Online Learning Room: Link to be Provided Fee: Included
TED Conferences, LLC is a media organization that posts talks online for free distribution under the slogan "ideas worth spreading." TED's early emphasis was on technology and design, consistent with its Silicon Valley origins, but it has since broadened its repertoire to include talks on many scientific, cultural, and academic topics. Join us for the opportunity to view and discuss various TED Talks and get to know fellow OLLI members better.