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The Sea Islands of Georgia and South Carolina are the source of the largest body of Negro spirituals. Though originating in a remote, impoverished area, this musical heritage had an enormous influence on 20th century gospel, jazz and popular music. The spirituals of the Gullah Geechee people are particularly significant because of their deep connection to West African heritage. From 1867–1966, scholars routinely visited Gullah Geechee islands to examine and record the strong West African retentions in this American folk music, producing five major studies encompassing over 600 transcriptions of spirituals. Despite the important contributions of the Gullah Geechee people to American music, accessing consistent, high-quality recordings or documentation of their music remains difficult, and their music and its historical significance is not widely appreciated. With the instructors, OLLI members will explore digital archives that they can continue to explore long after the session.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 51
Dates: 10/19/2026 - 10/19/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
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Instructor: Aaron Carter-Enyi, Brenton Jordan, Trevon Hood, Quintina Carter-Enyi
Building: Off Site (opens in new tab)
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The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) is a federal program that provides free, unbiased, and local Medicare counseling. Because beneficiaries often learn about their options from insurance brokers who earn commission from signups, they do not always receive a full picture of how their Medicare decisions can affect them long-term. Although SHIP counselors have been rigorously trained in the ins-and-outs of the Medicare program, they cannot hold a license to sell insurance in order to prevent bias. This session will cover the different parts of Medicare, how your retiree status affects your decision making, what misleading marketing looks like, and how to make a decision that is right for your unique healthcare needs.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 34
Dates: 10/19/2026 - 10/19/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
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Instructor: Louise Platter, Joe Wisenbaker
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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Cotton began as a cultivated fiber in the Indus River civilization. We will trace its development, its movement into medieval Europe and the American colonies, the various species now dominant, how cotton became so important in American history, and its role in continuing industrial revolutions.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 35
Dates: 10/19/2026 - 10/19/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
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Instructor: Ian Hardin
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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This class spans two sessions for thorough learning. Session one covers the game's history, American development, rules, format, and National Mah-Jong League card. Session two features actual gameplay to practice one's skills and address additional questions. This two-part structure ensures comprehensive understanding through both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, allowing students to confidently apply what they've learned in real-game situations.
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Fee: $23.00
Capacity Remaining: 1
Dates: 10/20/2026 - 10/22/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sessions: 2
Days: Tu Th
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Instructor: Janette Bryan
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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Please note: There are 3 separate Mahjong classes being offered. September 23 & 25; October 20 & 22; December 2 & 4
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We will taste and learn about five impressive wines from the Bordeaux region of France. These red and white wines will focus on the terroir differences between left and right bank vineyards. Tapped owner Todd Hurt will present background and stories with you and share five, 2-ounce pours of wine paired with cheese for each selection. Please note: This class requires a separate fee of $40 paid directly to Tapped via an online link in order to cover the costs of wines and snacks. This link will be sent to registered attendees 2 weeks before the class and must be paid in advance in order to secure your spot.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 10/20/2026 - 10/20/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
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Instructor: Todd Hurt
Building: Off Site (opens in new tab)
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Please note: This class requires a separate fee of $40 paid directly to Tapped via an online link in order to cover the costs of wines and snacks. This link will be sent to registered attendees 2 weeks before the class and must be paid in advance in order to secure your spot. Please see receipt note for address/parking details.
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First stop: the William Daniell House, where attendees will explore the home of this Revolutionary War veteran. The tour combines Revolutionary War history with cultural storytelling, early American life, and the role of Georgia and local militias during the war. If available, hear traditional stories and history from Oconee Joe, a Native American storyteller. Discover the culture and practices of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. Attendees then drive four miles to the Eagle Tavern Museum, once a vital stop for travelers, where docents bring to life early Georgia through immersive exhibits. Discover what it was like to travel and stay overnight during the early 1800s; explore trade practices and early shopping experiences; see the goods that would have been sold or traded; and learn about tavern conversations, including politics and revolutionary ideas. Please note there will be considerable standing and minimal seating at both venues. Attendees are welcome to BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair)
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 15
Dates: 10/20/2026 - 10/20/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
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Instructor: Sarah Cumuze
Building: Off Site (opens in new tab)
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Please note: Seating is limited at both locations. Members are welcome to bring a chair if they do not wish to stand for the entire time. Please see receipt note for address/parking details.
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Wild pigs (aka feral hogs, feral swine) are one of the world's top 100 invasive species. In the SE United States, they are responsible for hundreds of millions of dollars in damage to agriculture and native ecosystems. This class will discuss their ecological impact, damage, biology, and control.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 31
Dates: 10/21/2026 - 10/21/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Instructor: Mike Mengak
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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Join us for a one-hour educational workshop focused on understanding long-term care planning and the impact healthcare costs can have on retirement. Where does Medicare stop paying and what Coverage do you need. This class will cover the basics of long-term care, common misconceptions, ways to protect your assets, available care options, and strategies to help prepare for future healthcare needs. You’ll also learn how long-term care planning fits into an overall retirement income and legacy strategy, helping you make informed decisions for yourself and your family.
This is an informational and educational session designed to provide you with appropriate information, answer questions, and help you better prepare for the future. Option to take the customized Quiz to see your personalized options to mitigate the risk of a Long Term Care event.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 38
Dates: 10/22/2026 - 10/22/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: Th
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Instructor: Shantel Haines
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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Tour the Little Rose Organics hydroponic lettuce farm where we will gather ingredients from the greenhouse and outdoor gardens to create a salad to accompany additional lunch items (homemade quiche from a neighbor's chicken eggs). We will also re-plug hydroponic towers from what we gather and re-seed replacement cups. Tips on automated watering systems in outdoor gardens will be shared.
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Fee: $39.00
Capacity Remaining: 1
Dates: 10/22/2026 - 10/22/2026
Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Th
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Instructor: Melissa Steele
Building: Off Site (opens in new tab)
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Tour the Speech & Hearing Clinic at UGA and learn about the innovative, cutting-edge technology we use to serve Georgians. We'll show participants our audiology booths, cochlear implant technology, hearing aid selection, our flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) equipment, and AAC devices, as well as our speech & feeding therapy facilities.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 18
Dates: 10/22/2026 - 10/22/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Th
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Instructor: T.J. Ragan
Building: Off Site (opens in new tab)
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This session concerns several lawsuits that resulted from Harper Lee's 2016 termination of The Dramatic Publishing Company’s rights to her great novel and her assignment of rights to Scott Rudin and others. This class will be a lesson on copyright law and an esoteric doctrine called claim preclusion that resulted in one of the cases settling in the fall of 2025.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 36
Dates: 10/22/2026 - 10/22/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Th
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Instructor: David Shipley
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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This presentation is designed for LGBTQ+ adults and allies who want to take an active role in planning for the future. Many LGBTQ+ older adults have lived through periods of discrimination that have shaped their experiences with healthcare, housing, and community support. Acknowledging this history is important but so is recognizing the power of proactive planning. Attendees will leave with practical tools, a clear planning checklist, and greater confidence about navigating the aging journey with dignity, security, and support. Participants will learn: The importance of advance planning for healthcare and financial decisions; How to ensure your wishes, relationships, and identity are respected in medical and care settings; Ways to strengthen your support network, including chosen family and trusted professionals; Strategies to reduce isolation and remain engaged in your community.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 37
Dates: 10/23/2026 - 10/23/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: F
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Instructor: Abbie Vogt
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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This interactive class and tour offers an inside look at how the Innovation Gateway and Innovation District propel UGA research discoveries into the global marketplace. Participants will hear about UGA’s #1 ranking among U.S. universities for new products while learning about the impact of products and startup companies emerging from UGA research. The session highlights UGA’s many success stories ranging from dry-eye drug RESTASIS® to DE-FLUORO™ for degrading forever chemicals, to disease-resistant peanut varieties that claim 95% of the state's market share. Participants will learn about the UGA programs and services that support commercialization of promising technologies including educational programming, mentoring, seed funding, incubator space and more. Plus, hear about resources available to support student, alum, and community entrepreneurs. In addition, class participants can tour UGA’s Delta Innovation Hub.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 16
Dates: 10/23/2026 - 10/23/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: F
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Instructor: Derek Eberhart, Dan Geller
Building: Off Site (opens in new tab)
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