Prescott OLLI Online Offerings   

Imagine your photos organized in one place, permanently and safely and being able to find any photo in a matter of seconds! This includes old slides and movies. We will talk about digitizing old media, cloud storage, software for creating photo projects and photo restoration. You will learn techniques you can use with any photo management system. Begin to enjoy your photos again and leave a legacy through photos and stories in a way that is simple, manageable, and stress free.

Musicals have been a significant force in Broadway and Hollywood. They show all facets of life, love, history, comedy, and even scary times. This class will highlight all the above by showing 5 of the best musicals ever made. Including (not in any particular order) Fidler on the Roof(1971), Funny Girl(1968), The King and I(1956), Damn Yankees(1958),  and An American in Paris(1951.) The first class meeting is an introduction to the class structure, say hello to each other and a preview of the first movie to watch. Each class member is responsible for viewing the film on their own, and information will be provided on how to find the movies streaming online or through the Yavapai County interlibrary loan system.

One way of remembering events in your life is by writing them down. In doing so, you tell your story. In a supportive and constructive environment, each week class participants will write a short thematic essay about their lives. We will share our pieces and provide friendly feedback. This class is for those wishing to begin to write their ‘memoirs’ and for those who have previously taken the Writing Your Memoirs class.

Please join me on a journey into the world of ideas. Each week we will explore a different subject: History, science, space, the human body, art, architecture, and current events. No week will be the same subject.

We’ll travel the world without passports, expense, long airport lines or fatigue.  We will explore cultures, history and do lots of sightseeing on the wonderful planet of ours.  We’ll see new places every session.

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. There is music, history, mindfulness, science and travel.

FREE and OPEN to the Public. We will welcome different guest speakers each week. Alzheimer's Association Northern AZ Community Engagement Coordinator, Alexis Ramirez, discusses normal memory issues, when to be concerned, and planning to take care of yourself and loved ones as they age. The Desert SW Chapter provides support groups and a variety of public education programs. Yavapai College Foundation and Estate Planning Specialist Jessica Kerber of Desert Financial Credit Union's Wills & Trusts Division hosts this educational seminar to explain the differences between a Will, Trust, Powers of Attorney, and other significant documents. Taking care of family comes first, but remembering a nonprofit in your estate plans can mitigate taxes both now and later, with the added benefit of leaving a legacy of kindness as a model and benefit for generations to come. A panel of fellow OLLI members share their philanthropic plans, why they've chosen to give this way, and answer questions.

 

How do engineers design machinery and giant structures? They apply the Laws of Physics. How do we bring our thoughts, words and actions into alignment with our life's purpose? By applying the Law of Attraction! Referencing the book “Ask and It Is Given” and videos related to Abraham Hicks, the facilitator will introduce the class to the channeled entity Abraham and the Law of Attraction. Students will learn how all areas of life are influenced by Universal Laws, and that by working with these laws, we create a happier, more fulfilling life. Each week we will focus on exercises designed to apply the Law of Attraction, starting with the Emotional Guidance Scale. 
NOTE: The book “Ask and It Is Given” by Esther and Jerry Hicks, is available on Amazon, or as a free PDF at: https://www.academia.edu/27743143/Ask_And_It_Is_Given_pdf

This midweek guided meditation is intended to give ourselves a much needed break and simply relax. There are no books or suggested reading. Each week we will: -Briefly discuss the meditation topic and -Experience a relaxing 30min guided meditation. The guided meditations will include “Loving Kindness”, “Heart-Mind Coherence”, “Creating an Inner Sanctuary” and special requests from the participants.

Join us for a repeat of Workshop A, but this time on Zoom!  Recently joined OLLI? Did you know it is more than a classroom? Come learn more about all OLLI has to offer, how to get involved and meet people. Find out all the important details like parking, the cafeteria and where your classroom is! The answers to these and many more questions will be revealed in our New Member Welcome. Bring a friend. We look forward to meeting you!

The loss of a driver's license becomes the loss of one's independence. CJ Meldahl, director of the non-profit "People Who Care" will lead a discussion on the impact of losing one's driving license and the ability to live independently and safely. Imagine yourself as one whose 
perspective of the world is limited to gazing out a window, unable to participate in the ritual of daily life. This can lead to isolation, loneliness, depression and a rapid deterioration of life. Ms. Meldahl will explore the loss of independence as a lived experience and how it manifests 
itself.

Profiles of January 6th Insurrectionists. Mark Denbeaux, JD, Professor Emeritus at Seton Hall Law School, has been involved in a project analyzing the profiles of those charged with various crimes related to the January 6th attack on the Capitol. He will share profiles of those 
arrested and the details of the charges against them. So, who are they? They are us in many ways: 90% white men, both with and without criminal records, who believe that certain rights have been taken from them.

The Wright Brother's Aircraft holds many secrets unknown to most viewers at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. Wilbur and Orville's flight from Kill Devil, NC, in 1903 was the first ever heavier-than-air, powered, controlled flight. Don Baier, a previous docent at the museum for 34 years, will take us on a virtual highlights tour of aviation history with stories and photos that most visitors to the museum never see.

Lowell Observatory was founded in 1894 by Percival Lowell to study Mars. It has dramatically expanded to include the first evidence of our expanding universe, the discovery of Pluto, contributions to the Apollo missions and many more. This level of research can be seen today with its numerous sites, telescopes, and ongoing projects. One current project monitors near-earth asteroids while continuing its pursuit of scientific studies. Join Lowell on the journey of learning about the phenomenon of our solar system and the marvel of 
astrophysics. $10.00 fee for the museum.

Historic Prescott, the Elks Opera House, opened in Prescott in 1905. Historian Parker Anderson will talk about its importance in the community. Through the years, it has hosted plays, movies, political rallies, boxing matches, weddings, funerals, church services and much more. Learn about this historic building and the people who performed there over the last century.

"Unsung" Quiet Voices of US Navy Heroes. A non-fiction book written by a husband and wife team telling the stories of a very small special forces community: Navy EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal). It is a book of unsung heroes based on in-depth interviews with those actively involved in some of the most dangerous work performed by American military members. Learn who these people are and how they think about their work and lives.

TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas in the form of short powerful talks. To make great ideas accessible and spark conversation, thousands of talks are available for free on their website (www.ted.com). You’ll receive an email with links to the 3-5 TED talks you need to watch BEFORE our scheduled discussion, background information, questions to keep in mind while viewing the talks ON YOUR OWN, and additional resources. Then we’ll meet for 1.5 hours over Zoom to share a lively discussion on the thought-provoking, innovative, and inspiring talks. Note that this class only meets once.

We are celebrating spring with David Hockney’s beautiful and uplifting art as exhibited at the Royal Academy of Arts. These works were created in 2020, during the pandemic. In addition to their extraordinary beauty, they also remind us that no matter what is going on, we can find something wonderful, something truly astonishing and joyful, both within us and around us.

Igor Stravinsky is best known for his 3 Russian Ballets: The Firebird, Petrushka, and The Rite of Spring. A scandalous premiere of the Rite led to a riot and lasting fame! A lecture by Robert Greenberg, articles, documentaries and ballet and concert performances will greatly enhance your love and appreciation of this daring and innovative composer and his amazing music.

Retirement planning has traditionally excluded housing wealth. Today, with volatile investment and interest rate markets, more individuals are taking a fresh look at reverse mortgages to help meet their long-term goals. In this three-session study, we will read and review two nationally recognized reverse mortgage authors and watch the training provided by the Official Education Partner of the Financial Planning Association. Subjects to be covered include how a reverse mortgage works with a review of eligibility, costs, misconceptions, safeguards, and several case studies. We will cover how to manage long-term care costs, delay social security, and address the bad reputation of reverse mortgages. We will wrap up with a powerful presentation on “A new discovery in risk reduction.” Books will be provided at no charge for this course.