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Step back in time with fellow OLLI members during a guided tour of Omaha’s magnificent Joslyn Castle. Built in 1903 and designed in the Scottish Baronial style, this historic landmark offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of George and Sarah Joslyn and Omaha’s early growth. Explore its remarkable architecture, rich history, and beautifully preserved spaces while enjoying an engaging and memorable cultural experience.

Understand the stages of dementia, potential treatment options, how to care for a loved one, and prepare for what comes next in your journey.

Explore modern floral design approaches that emphasize color and texture as seasons change from summer to fall. Participants are provided with tools and all supplies necessary for the creation of three unique designs to take home. Styles include: Colorful Tray Collection, Textural Green Ombre, and Fall Elegance in Cylinder Vase. All levels of floral design experience are welcome.

Research consistently finds that most people aged 50 and older want to stay in their homes and communities as long as possible. The AARP Home Fit session was created to help people stay in the homes they love by turning where they live into a “lifelong home,” suitable and safe for themselves and anyone in their household.

When it comes to caring for loved ones, most families don’t have a plan until a crisis happens. Discover how to provide the best care for your loved ones and/or to provide vital information for your children to assist you should that need arise. Receive the tools to plan for future housing needs, caregiving considerations and financial planning for the cost of healthcare. Create a comprehensive plan that includes your home, health, finances, and wishes.

Explore the science of chocolate making. Learn the importance of each step of chocolate making from growing cocoa trees to molding the final product. Discuss various types of chocolates and the role that each ingredient and processing conditions play in obtaining a high-quality chocolate with outstanding flavor. Common defects found in chocolate and the science behind them will be also discussed. Samples will be provided.

Discover the only roller-skating museum in the world housed in a building on the historic register. Established in 1980, the museum provides the public with the history, sport, and recreation of roller skating. In addition to skating, the museum has exhibits of wheel evolution, vaudeville acts, touring tent rinks, rink organs, and the unusual in skating’s 300-year history. Information about rink hockey, speed and figure skating, and artistic skating will be presented in preparation for the championships.

 

Stay active and strong during your golden years with guidance from a certified personal trainer. This program blends education and exercise, focusing on functional fitness, cardio, strength, flexibility, balance, and core training. All activities can be modified to meet individual needs, and take-home workout copies are provided. Wear comfortable workout clothes and tennis shoes. Participants must complete a health questionnaire and UNL Rec Center waiver, which will be emailed for electronic signature before the first session.

Look at the national and state election contests that are important in the November mid-term elections and participate in the analysis of what’s at stake. Four classes before the election will highlight key contests and two classes after the election will analyze the results. Class members will be able to participate in the “OLLI Election Prediction Contest” for the glamourous OLLI Prediction Trophy!

Look at the national and state election contests that are important in the November mid-term elections and participate in the analysis of what’s at stake. Four classes before the election will highlight key contests and two classes after the election will analyze the results. Class members will be able to participate in the “OLLI Election Prediction Contest” for the glamourous OLLI Prediction Trophy!

Learn about the disease, changes to expect and how to care for someone on this journey.