Adults 50+: Classes & Lectures

Lectures

 

Health and Nutrition Advice with Dr. K

Dr. Sunny Kierstyn, a clinical nutritionist, chiropractic physician and registered nurse, lectures each month. Free. Register.
How to stop colds, flu, pneumonias . . . 10/27 . . . Tu . . . 12:30pm . . . Free . . . 14960  

 

AARP Driver Safety

Refresher course to help improve your driving skills. Eight hours of classroom instruction may lower your insurance rate. Register.
11/23 & 30 . . . M . . . 12:30-4:30pm . . . $14/$12 with AARP card . . . 14870

 

Legal Advice

Attorney Bill Atwood provides legal advice monthly. Register.
Advanced Directives Assistance
11/18 . . . W . . . 3pm . . . Free . . . 15005

Wills and Trusts Assistance
12/16 . . . W . . . 3pm . . . Free . . . 15007

 

Majestic Owyhee Canyonlands

The wild and scenic Owyhee River is described as the Grand Canyon of Oregon. Located in the remote southeastern corner of the state, the river travels through magnificent desert canyons with hoodoos resembling Bryce Canyon. Join Lana Lindstrom as she recounts a five-day raft trip. Register.
10/22 . . . Th . . . 1:30pm . . . Free . . . 14854

 

Medicare Updates

Medicare beneficiaries of all ages can learn about changes and choice options that will work best for you. Review important updates and information about Medicare Parts A, B, and D. Get straight answers from Cynthia Hylton, field officer for SHIBA, Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance, a volunteer-based program that provides unbiased information about Medicare and health insurance. SHIBA’s goal is to educate, not sell. Register.
10/29 . . . Th . . . 1-3pm . . . Free . . . 14964

 

Healthy Boundaries

Learn how to say NO delicately and effectively. Knowing when and how to set a boundary is a task that can be challenging. Let’s examine the link in knowing and feeling that one experiences when requests are beyond the scope of a relationship. Register. Presenters: Toni Fudge and Elizabeth Roberts, counselors at Chrysalis Drug Treatment Program.
11/6 . . . F . . . CANCELLED

 

Traveling the Old Silk Road

The old Silk Road used by medieval traders between Venice and the East winds through Uzbeki cities with fabled names: Bukhara, Khiva, and Samarkand. Visit them all on this magical journey that features camels, carpet weavers, merchants and musicians. Presenter: Jan Moursund, world traveler. Register.
11/13 . . . F . . . 1:30pm . . . Free . . . 14857

 

Get the Help You Need

Learn about local support services for seniors in Lane County. Springfield Outreach worker Linda Dodgen discusses the different programs in our area that you or someone you care about might be eligible for through Senior and Disabled Services. Session highlights the Bill Payer Program, Elder Help program and volunteer opportunities. Register.
11/19 . . . Th . . . 1:30pm . . . Free . . . 14933

 

Low-Cost Dental

Learn what options are available for low-cost dental services in Lane County. Register. Presenter: Lane County Dental Society.
12/4 . . . F . . . 1:30pm . . . Free . . . 15014

 

Battle of Hembrillo Canyon

Many have heard of Geronimo, but a more dangerous opponent was Victorio, who clashed with the Army in April 1880 at Hembrillo Canyon, N.M. Discover facts of the terrain, tactics and outcome at this well-documented battlefield located on the White Sands Missile Range. Presenter: Bob Hart, director, Lane County Historical Museum. Register.
12/11 . . . F . . . 1:30-3pm . . . Free . . . 14858

 

 

Classes

 

Conversations With Women

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 10-11:30am . . . Free

 

Writing Your Memoirs

A support group for people interested in writing about facts, stories and events of their lives. Facilitator: Charles Hitt.
Weekly . . . M . . . 1-2:30pm . . . Free

 

The Next Step with Reiki

You’ve taken first, second, or Master-degree Reiki training — now what do you do? Let’s get together and enjoy it. Join in a monthly meeting with your fellow “Reiki Hands” to give and receive support, encouragement and Reiki. Facilitators: Cork and Carolyn Higgins, Reiki Masters.
9/2, 10/7, 11/4, 12/2 . . . W . . . 1-3pm . . . Free

 

Training Your Aging Brain to Remember

Our minds can continue to grow and flourish. Learn ways to keep your brain healthy and practice mental exercises that enhance your ability to remember. Increase your sense of control over your brain’s health and well-being. Register. Instructor: Todd Peterson, M.S., certified geriatric wellness educator. Materials supplied by HomeInstead In-Home Care. Different information each session.
10/14 . . . W . . . 9:30-11:30am . . . $5 . . . 15010
12/9 . . . W . . . 9:30-11:30am . . . $5 . . . 15011

 

Share Your Stories

We all have stories to tell about the variety of experiences in our lives.  Meet monthly to talk about our childhood, teens, courtships and many other significant experiences.  Facilitator:  Ellen Gabehart. Register.
Monthly . . . Oct.-Dec. . . . 1st Tu . . . 6:30-8:30pm . . . Free . . . 14803

 

Other People’s Religions, Part II

Explore various beliefs and cultures including several indigenous traditions. Many religions are Earth-based; explore how landscapes shape belief and ritual and how geography becomes sacred. No prerequisite required. Instructor: Rick Aherns. Register.
10/15-11/19 . . . Th . . . 6:30-9pm . . . $25 . . . 14808

 

Live the Life You Want

You can live the life you have always dreamed of, even if you don’t know exactly what that is right now. Learn how to define what you want. Understand what gets in your way and eliminate those obstacles. And then with joy, begin living the life you have always dreamed. Register. Instructor: Carolyn Higgins, certified hypnotherapist, personal growth teacher.
11/3-24 . . . Tu . . . 1-3pm . . . $12 . . . 14966

 

Ooby Dooby Latin

An introductory exploration of the language that provides English with many words used in law, medicine, literature, government mottos and even Hollywood. Learn basic Latin and expand your vocabulary. You’re guaranteed to learn what every good Latin scholar should know, i.e., the true meaning of semper ubi sub ubi. Instructor: Patrick King. Register.
11/3-12/1 . . . Tu . . . 7-8pm . . . $20 . . . 14815

 

International Cooking with Silvia

Taste traditional and contemporary Mediterranean food, featuring pasta making, breads, and desserts, along with entertaining Italian styles for the holidays.  Easy, tasty, always healthy recipes from popular instructor Silvia Mattiello. Register.
11/9-30 . . . M . . . 5:30-8pm . . . $52/4 weeks . . . 14809

 

To Forgive or Not to Forgive?

We all know someone – family or friends who have been angry with each other for years. Explore “forgiveness attitudes and beliefs” and how one can begin the journey into forgiveness. Instructor: Susan Busler, OSU Extension Service. Register.
11/18 . . . W . . . 2-3:30pm . . . $5 . . . 14813

 

NEW! Holiday Foods from Italy and Beyond

Taste holiday treats from appetizers to desserts and courses in between created by popular cook Silvia Mattiello.
12/7 . . . M . . . 5:30–8pm . . . $13 . . . 17637

 

 

Languages

 

Spanish, Beginning 4

Advanced beginners will study conversation, reading and writing. Instructor: Upasana Grugan. Register. No class 11/19 and 26.
9/17-12/17 . . . Th . . . 9-10:30am . . . $65 . . . 14907

 

Spanish, Conversational

Class is entirely in Spanish with games, presentations, music and culture. Instructor: Upasana Grugan. Register. No class 11/19 and 26.
9/17-12/17 . . . Th . . . 10:30am-12:30pm . . . $65 . . . 14908

 

Spanish, Intermediate

Conversation, grammar and cultural studies in Spanish and English. Instructor: Upasana Grugan. Register. No class 11/19 and 26.
9/17-12/17 . . . Th . . . 1-3pm . . . $65 . . . 14909

 

Spanish, Beginning

Basic tools to communicate without having to become bilingual. Instructor: Upasana Grugan. Register. No class 11/19 and 26.
9/17-12/17 . . . Th . . . 3-4:30pm . . . $65 . . . 14905

 

Italian, Beginning

Introduction to the language and culture. Focus on basic grammar, conversational skills, useful vocabulary and phrases for the traveler. Text required. Instructor: Sied Imani. Register.
9/19-11/21 . . . Sa . . . 9-10:30am . . . $55 . . . 14804

 

Italian, Intermediate

Learn Italian language and culture with a focus on conversation as well as mastering grammar. Text required. Instructor: Sied Imani. Register.
9/19-11/21 . . . CANCELLED

 

LCC Classes

 

Just For You: Boomers & Beyond

Each of the four programs spans three Saturdays. You may register for only one of the four below by calling Lane Community College Successful Aging Institute, (541) 463-4634.

LCC Main Campus Building 5, Room 202
10/31, 11/21 & 12/5 . . . . Sa . . . . 12:30-3pm . . . . $29

 

Northwest Culinary Arts: Learn how to delight any palate with the best of the region’s seasonal baking and pastry, produce, cheese, chocolates and wines. All food included.

 

Fun with Fitness: Spice up your workout with thunder drumming, stability balls, mind/body stretching, & fitness circuits. (Special release to be signed at first class.)

 

Online Social Networking: Twitter, Flikr, Blogs, Wikis, Digg, Facebook and YouTube! Learn and practice ways to connect with others in your own way. Step-by-step instruction provided.

 

Behind the Mask: Shakespeare and other world literature comes to life through theater by student and community actors. Ticket to an upcoming student production included. (Class meets 3-5 p.m. Nov. 21 and 2-4 p.m. Dec. 5)