Class List #37-75   

This session is Part III of the Immigration Series. We'll discuss past immigration policies comparing these policies to current situations. The class will include lectures, videos, guest speaker(s) and discussion. New students are welcome, space permitting.

Note: this has been changed to a one-time workshop, meeting on June 11

The world we live in is rapidly changing. There is a war between Ukraine and Russia. A terrorist group captured innocent people and has kept them hostage. There is a new president and administration. The U.S. is repatriating individuals who do not have legal immigration status. There are reductions in the workforce among federal employees. The news is relentlessly hitting us every day with something new. Let us talk about these subjects and share different views.

Over the years OLLI has purchased many titles from Great Courses. We have access to over 250 titles that can be streamed from your home. If you sign up for this class, you will be given access to the Prescott OLLI account, and can stream at will for the session. Learn about music, history, mindfulness, science and travel.

Airline & commercial aviation accidents have been in the news. We’ll take an in-depth look at the midair over the Potomac, the air ambulance out of PHL, and JeJu Air in South Korea. Don Baier, a 32-year veteran of commercial airlines, Captain for both US Airways and American Airlines, and a member of investigation & safety debrief teams, will review the incidents from a unique perspective of decades of operational experience. On our 2nd week we’ll talk about routine normal airline operations. Why did they switch my seat? Why are we getting de-iced?? No food on the airplane? Can’t they just get another airplane? We’ll dive into facts, ask and answer questions, & explain what goes on here.

Are you a seasoned hiker who would like to take advantage of our beautiful location and wonderful trail system? We'll be hiking 6-8.5 miles with 500-1800 ft elevation gain on rocky, uneven terrain that is sometimes steep. We'll hike at a moderate pace, with infrequent breaks, for 2.5-3.5 hours. For the enjoyment and safety of all involved, moderate hiking experience at this elevation and pace is required. Hike locations will be emailed to you weekly. Helpful gear: water bladder, hiking poles.

Join us on moderate hikes of up to 5 miles on rocky and sometimes steep terrain and experience the beauty and diversity of some of the many trails in our area. You will need to be in good physical condition and accustomed to hiking at higher elevations and temperatures. A description of the hike and directions to the trailhead will be emailed to participants before each hike.

This class will continue to view and discuss more of some of the best astronomical images captured in the past several years. These DVDs feature Dr. David Meyer of Northwestern University should be sure to generate lots of thoughts for questions and comment. There will also be time in this class to discuss special topics of interest to the class such as the search for Earth-like planets, life beyond Earth, and where are the best places to look. Because this class only covers three weeks, we will be watching a NOVA presentation on the Solar System the last three weeks.

The electric guitar has formulated much or our modern culture but how did it get here, what are the concepts, principles behind it all? This will be an introduction to the electric guitar and a bit on how to play it, firstly by delving into its history and development. The science behind it all is basic electromagnetism which everyone in the modern era should have some understanding. Topics will turn to the technology of how the generated string signal is processed and amplified. Lastly, the beginner fundamental of playing rock, blues, folk guitar will be covered. The class will involve hands-on demonstration of guitars and equipment from the instructor's collection.

Fewer gas powered vehicles are being sold each year, more hybrids and electric vehicles are being offered. Hybrids are outselling EVs by a wide margin but it is important to know that there are 3 different types of hybrids out there. People are avoiding these vehicles because they have read distortion and lies on the internet, social media in particular. We will discuss the distortion and the reality and present just the facts so you can make an informed decision. I will not recommend brands or models unless asked, that's up to you. The political environment is relevant but this will be a 2 to 3 minute segment at most.

You'll find the answer to this question when you attend this upbeat presentation! The way you sit, stand, cross your arms and tilt your head, silently communicates specific messages. Body Language is an outward display of the inner person. Properly interpreted it can give you insight to the overall disposition, sincerity, and motivation, being presented. Approximately 55% of communication is non-verbal, 38% verbal, and 7% words only. The effective use of nonverbal communication is a critical factor for ensuring positive personal relationships, negotiating, problem solving, or being an A+ Facilitator.

Learn personal safety techniques and how to burglar proof your homes. Practical information and applications based on many years of experience. Refuse to become a victim.

We will be examining the stages the Male goes through from ages 18 to 80; and the energies that determine their actions. We will study the struggles between fathers and sons, motherly love and the male/female communication issues. The class will exam scenes from various movies and study lyrics from various song writers that deal with our subject. We expect the student to better appreciate and learn about the passages Males live through and tools to better navigate these passages.

Steve Lake, a retired pit boss from Caesars Palace, will present a class covering everything you wanted to know about casinos but were afraid to ask. The various casino games such as Blackjack, Roulette, Dice, Baccarat & Poker will be discussed including the odds, best games to play, games to avoid & betting strategies. Steve will also talk about various cheating schemes that he has either observed or been made aware of in his 30 year gaming career. There will also be demonstrations of a few of the games he will discuss, plus tips on how to survive living in Las Vegas including how not to get caught up in gambling. There will be plenty of time for all your questions & comments.

Aimed at learners with little or no knowledge of Spanish, this class is designed to facilitate competence in very basic survival Spanish. By the end of the course, participants should be able to: introduce yourself and others; use numbers from 1-1000 in the context of personal contact information, travel, and monetary transactions; describe, order, and purchase food; and give and get directions between locations and within a city or town.

The modern American short story is bursting with energy and is a celebration of innovation and and contains an avalanche of talent. Spanning the period from 1970-2020 we will read a variety of genres - science fiction, horror, fantasy, as well as some of the beloved giants of the literary form. The Penguin Book of the Modern American Short Story is needed to participate in the class - ISBN: 9781984877826 $17.00 (less a 10% discount from Peregrine Book Company). For those who prefer an audio book to supplement the reading - Audible - $19.69.