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March 19
May 2 & 26
All preregistration (if required) for 50 years+ programs is taken at the Willamalane Adult Activity Center. All programs are held at the Center unless otherwise noted.
To register for programs held at Lane Community College, call LCC at 463-5252.
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Lectures are usually one-time programs, while classes take place over a series of days. They are generally listed here in date order, with ongoing programs at the very end.
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Lectures cover a variety of topics, including nontraditional and new approaches to health and wellness. Preregistration required unless otherwise indicated. Call 736-4444.
Dr. Sunny Kierstyn, a clinical nutritionist, chiropractic physician, and
a registered nurse, will provide lectures on various topics each month.
Bring your lunch or just come and listen. Fill your body with knowledge.
Safety in Food Supply . . . 5/27 . . . Tu . . . 12:30-2p . . . Free
Osteoarthritis . . . 6/24 . . . Tu . . . 12:30-2p . . . Free
Join the majority of elders who
view growing old as a meaningful time of life, filled with creative possibilities
and enjoyment in spite of physical and mental challenges. Learn four basic
actions that are vital to growing old with a positive frame of mind. Preregister.
Presenter: Todd Peterson, M.S., Lasting Legacies.
5/15 . . . Th . . . 1:30p . . . Free
Discuss what it’s like being male in today’s
world. How do we cope with pressures and multiple roles. Includes self-exploration
exercises. (Interested women are welcome to attend). Preregister. Presenter:
Keith McConnell, Ph.D., psychologist and life coach.
5/20 . . . Tu . . . 7-8p . . . Free
Hear the fascinating histories behind some common words and
expressions, such as “groovy,” “take the cake,” and “pass
the buck,” and how word historians uncover the true origins of
disputed words like “jazz.” Preregister. Presenter: Rosemarie
Ostler, author and word historian.
5/22 . . . Th . . . 1:30p . . . Free
Do you feel people are whispering and not speaking clearly? Do you
have difficulty hearing when in a group? Learn about new assistive listening
devices and communication strategies to support your relationships and
improve your self image. Management and treatments for tinnitus and dizziness
also discussed. Preregister. Presenters: Dr. R. Craig Ford and Dr. Donna
Hill, Audiology Professionals, Inc.
NEW DATE! 6/2 . . . M . . . 1:30p . . . Free
Don’t get caught by financial abuse. Educate
yourself on not becoming a victim of unscrupulous insurance agents, securities
brokers, or scam artists. Free materials will be available. Preregister.
Presented by the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services.
6/6 . . . F . . . 1:30p . . . Free
The Civil War’s most famous battle, Gettysburg,
will be discussed as well as the legendary speech and the development of
the national battlefield park. Preregister. Presenter: Robert Hart, Lane
County Historical Society and Museum executive director.
6/13 . . . F . . . 1:30-3p . . . Free
Are you the one in five seniors who has
Essential Tremors (ET) “shakes”?
Learn what medical options there are to help control trembling hands, head,
and voice. Video and discussion on why ET can be misdiagnosed, why so many
do not seek treatment, and how to cope with this embarrassing and often
life-altering condition. Preregister. Presenter: Nick Richmond, ET support
group leader.
6/19 . . . Th . . . 1:30p . . . Free
What two items should you always have with you when you’re
out trekking in nature? Come find out and participate in the discussion
of ways to keep yourself safe and healthy. Preregister. Presenter: John
Miller, Lane County Search and Rescue.
6/26 . . . Th . . . 1:30p . . . Free
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Preregistration required unless otherwise indicated. Call 736-4444.
Refresher course to improve your driving skills. Eight hours of classroom instruction
may lower your insurance rate. AARP certified instructor.
5/12 & 19 . . . M . . . 12:30-4:30p . . . $10
6/23 & 30 . . . M . . . 12:30-4:30p . . . $10
Master the elementary principles of the American
version of an ancient Mandarin game played with tiles and cards. Pay $7.50
supply fee to instructor. Preregister. Instructor: Jeanne Barnes.
4/1-5/20 . . . Tu . . . 10:30a-12:30p . . . $5
Create and sample delicious south of the border
flavors with our native Mexican cook. Explore tasty entrees, snacks, and
beverages. Adapt recipes for various group sizes. Preregister. Instructor:
Rosalia Marquez, Mexican cook.
NEW DATES: 4/21-6/2 . . . M . . . 5:30-7:30p . . . $60/6 weeks
Tap into the strength of the mind to improve your life. Understand
what gets in your way of making wiser choices about how you take care of
yourself and how you live your life. Learn specific and clear techniques
to deal with issues that are getting in your way to living a healthier
and happier life. Preregister by 5/30. Limit 12. Presenter: Carolyn Higgins
CHT, personal growth teacher.
6/3-24 . . . Tu . . . 1-3p . . . $24
Self-hypnosis is a skill that can be learned. It
is a natural, self-directed altered state of consciousness used to instruct
the mind/body to implement changes in your life. Examples: reduce stress,
improve sleep, manage pain, modify unwanted habits, and increase concentration.
Preregister by 6/2. Presenter: Carolyn Higgins, certified clinical hypnotherapist.
6/4-11 . . . W . . . 6-8p . . . $5
This FREE program, developed by Stanford
University, will be helpful to those with any chronic illness to better
manage your condition. Each participant receives the book, Living a Healthy
Life with Chronic Conditions. Must preregister by calling 687-6234. Sponsored
by United Way of Lane County 100% Access Coalition.
6/4-7/9 . . . W . . . 5:30-8p . . . Free
Basics of fly-fishing covers equipment, casting,
habitat, food, techniques, and strategies for fooling the fish. Must bring
to each class wide-brimmed hat that encircles head and wrap-around glasses
that protect all eye parts. Rods and reels provided. Other supplies discussed
first class. Preregister. Instructor: Paul Caruso.
6/4-6 . . . W: 6-8p Th: 6-9p F: 6-8p . . . $5/3-session class
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Interactive courses filled with humor, culture, and technology. Preregister. Instructor: Upasana Grugan.
For the beginner without previous training. Conversational
in focus, including the basics such as numbers, telling time, directions,
health, money exchange, and weather.
1/10-3/20 . . . Th . . . 11a-12:30p . . . $45/10 weeks
Continuation of Beginning I with more advanced grammar and
conversation.
4/3-6/5 . . . Th . . . 11a-12:30p . . . $45/10 weeks
Continuation of Beginning II with more advanced grammar and conversation
4/3-6/5 . . . Th . . . 3-4:30p . . . $45/10 weeks
For those who have completed Beginning I and II and do not
feel ready to go on to Conversational Spanish. Review of the basics including
verbs, grammar, and conversation related to culture.
4/3-6/5 . . . Th . . . 1-3p . . . $60/10 weeks
Entirely in Spanish for those who want to improve their spoken and written
proficiency. Active class with games, presentations, music, and an exploration
of culture.
1/10-3/20 . . . Th . . . 9-11a . . . $60/10 weeks
4/3-6/5 . . . Th . . . 9-11a . . . $60/10 weeks
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Meet to discuss books. Newcomers welcome. Book titles appear
in Center newsletter.
Monthly . . . 1st Tu . . . 10a . . . Free
A diverse group of women meet to extend horizons through the exchange
of ideas and knowledge in a discussion group format.
Semi-monthly . . . 1st & 3rd W . . . 10-11:30a . . . Free
A support group for people interested in writing about facts, stories,
and events of their lives. Facilitator: Charles Hitt.
Weekly . . . M . . . 1-2:30p . . . Free
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