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ROLLINS STARS SENIOR ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
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INSTRUCTOR: Adrienne H. Lee
TITLE: Frida Kahlo: Explore the Many Facets of this Fascinating Artist's Life and
Work
DESCRIPTION: Frida Kahlo lived an illustrated life. She was brutally honest with
herself and with the public, often using her paintings as a form of art
therapy. Her short life was a constant struggle between tragedy and pain and
creativity and artistic success. This series dives deep into the many facets of
Kahlo’s life and artwork including her relationship with fellow artist Diego
Rivera, her rejection of the label “Surrealist” and her legacy of empowering
female artists who came after her. Kahlo’s life was spent trying to find
balance between the dark and the light and we will discuss how this duality
affected every part of her being.
DATES: Mondays, June 4, 11, 18, 25; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Building, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: Meril Salzburg
TITLE: Mah Jongg for Beginners
DESCRIPTION: Mah Jongg (commonly referred to as Maajh) is a fascinating,
rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards, originating in China. It
uses a Card of Official Standard Hands and Rules by the National Mah Jongg
League, against which all games are played. The game is enjoying a
resurgence in popularity, with millions of dedicated players around the
world. In this class, participants will learn the elementary principles of the
game, leading to mastering the fine points of Mah Jongg. Patience and
practice will be repaid many times by the keen enjoyment invariably derived
from the game. Keep your mind active and vibrant by playing Maajh! Also, as
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noted in the course description, the game is played with "Mah Jongg Cards,"
which cost $8.00 each. Thus any students continuing the game will need to
buy this card in order to play, which they can buy from me. I will have cards
with me when teaching and then they can purchase them.
DATES: Mondays, June 4, 18, 25; from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
LOCATION: Westminster Baldwin Park, 2837 Lake Baldwin Lane, Winter Park,
Florida 32814, The Amenities Center
INSTRUCTOR: Patricia Farless
TITLE: The Gilded Age in the US: Bring Us Your Industry
DESCRIPTION: We will examine the rapid economic growth that took place
following the Civil War and Reconstruction. We will consider the greed and
political corruption associated with the Gilded Age as the pursuit of “free
labor” ideology became distorted in an economy that saw the rise of
monopolies. In doing so, the course looks at the rise of big business and the
challenges these gains posed to farmers, labor and the middle class. Finally, it
fleshes out the shift in legal thought that saw corporations viewed as
“persons” and the establishment of “liberty of contract” and economic
substantive due process as a way to limit state and federal regulations.
DATES: Mondays, June 11, 18, 25; from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: Bonnie Ausmus
TITLE: The Art of Basket Making: Learn the Techniques and Secrets to Making
your Own Beautiful Basket
DESCRIPTION: Have you ever wondered how a basket is made? Or, wished you
knew the secrets and techniques to make a basket of your very own? Well,
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this is the class for you! It is a grass-roots, start at square one, beginners’
class. No experience necessary! All you have to do is be open to learning with
a sense of humor and a little patience. We will start with the basic basket
foundation and work through upending the stakes, weaving and twining until
you have a completed basket to take home. So, why not come join the fun in
addition to accomplishing a new skill/hobby. We would love for you to join us.
But please, register early as class seating is limited.
DATES: Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19; from 10:00am to 12:00pm (We will be weaving
a summertime beach basket)
LOCATION: Maitland Civic Center, 641 Maitland Avenue South, Maitland, Florida
32751
NOTE: Additional $20 fee for supplies due first day of class payable to the
instructor. Students must have good dexterity in both hands. Students will
need to bring: a hand towel; a ruler or tape measure; a pen; a pencil; a pair of
scissors; a pair of pliers; super glue; and a flat head screwdriver.
RETURNING INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR: Peter Telep
TITLE: Write Your First Novel
DESCRIPTION: In this course, students will embark on an exciting and humorous
adventure into the world of writing novels in any genre. Your humble tour
guide, Peter Telep, author of over forty books and collaborator with the late
Tom Clancy, will help you hone that fiery passion in your soul that’s urging
you to write your story. You’ll learn to create vivid settings, dynamic
characters, and compose dialogue that’s crisp and believable. You’ll also
review classic plot structures like the Hero’s Journey and screenwriting
paradigms (as they apply to fiction). But wait. There’s more! You’ll even
participate in breathtaking “multimedia extravaganzas” (PowerPoint
presentations). We’ll bring written work to class, engage in small group
workshops, and read short passages aloud so we can marvel over our
brilliance. And if that weren’t enough, we’ll even discuss the business side of
writing and tricks to manage your time and enable your creativity. Our
ultimate goal, of course (in addition to world domination), is for you to finally
pay attention to those voices in your head and do something productive with
them: write your first novel.
DATES: Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26: from 10:00AM to 11:30AM
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 208
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INSTRUCTOR: Anne Gardepe
TITLE: Florida: A Land Remembered
DESCRIPTION: This class will cover 100 years of Florida history using Patrick D.
Smith’s award-winning novel, A Land Remembered. We will read and discuss
the novel in 4 sections as we follow three generations of the fictional Mac Ivey
family. Each week’s lecture will relate to one theme of the book, including
early pioneers in Florida, Seminoles, the cattle and citrus industries, and the
cost of progress. An optional field trip to the Orange County Regional History
Center
DATES: Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26; from 10:30am to 12:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: Gary Prager
TITLE: Current Events and Politics
DESCRIPTION: This is a round table discussion group that addresses weekly issues
of both local and national current events. Included in our weekly discussion
we also consider the effects of international political issues and how they
influence us here at home.
The agenda changes weekly and full and respectful participation is
encouraged on a class wide basis.
DATES: Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 107
INSTRUCTOR: Robin Wilson
TITLE: Stretch Yourself: Promote a Healthier more Youthful Body (1)
DESCRIPTION: Flexibility promotes a more youthful body and mind. By blending
of the art of dance, the power of yoga and the science of Pilates. This class is
designed to do just that! The special benefit is that each student will gain the
ability to perform these movements and exercises in the privacy of their own
homes for many years to come.
DATES: Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26; from 12:00pm to 1:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Annie Russell Dance Studio
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INSTRUCTOR: Bonnie Ausmus
TITLE: Canasta for Beginners
DESCRIPTION: Do you love to play cards but don’t know how to play
Canasta? Or, have you played Canasta in the past, but your skills need some
fine-tuning? Well, now is the time to learn (or, relearn, as the case may be)
Canasta! During this session, we will be learning and playing “Boot” Canasta
(sometimes referred to as “Hand and Foot”). We will start with the
elementary principles of the game such as dealing the cards, the difference
between a red, black and wild card Canastas, singles play and card values,
advancing to playing partners, strategy and much, much more. So, why not
come and join the many people who have had a renewed interest in this
fascinating card game? WARNING! Canasta came become addictive, so
watch out! Please register early, as seating is limited.
DATES: Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19; from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
LOCATION: Maitland Civic Center, 641 Maitland Avenue South, Maitland, Florida
32751
NOTE: There will be an additional $5.00 materials fee due the first day of class,
paid directly to the instructor that covers the cost of the cards.
INSTRUCTOR: Gary Prager
TITLE: Israel, the Palestinians and the Arab Israeli Conflict, Part II
DESCRIPTION: A continuation of Part I. You do NOT need to take Part I of this
course to take Part II.
This will be a class that will deal with the origins of the conflict and will
examine how all sides were directly affected by International events that
directly influenced the region. Areas to be covered will include the origins of
Zionism and the Jewish resettlement of the Holy Land as well as the impact
this has had on the existing Palestinian population. The British Mandate will
also be covered as well as the growth of the Arab Nationalist movement in
the area. Finally, the wars that have taken place between Arabs and Israelis
will also be examined in depth. There is no doubt that this is an emotive
subject and I will endeavor to teach this as impartially as I am able. All
viewpoints will be covered and opposing views will be treated with respect. It
is my intention to be fully engaged with the class and to encourage open and
respectful discussion.
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DATES: Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26; from 2:30pm to 4:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 107
INSTRUCTOR: Patricia Farless
TITLE: Getting to Know Our Bill of Rights
DESCRIPTION: This course examines the United States Bill of Rights. In doing so,
it looks at early colonial experiences with a Bill of Rights on both sides of the
Atlantic. It further considers the arguments for and against a Bill or Rights
during the ratification fight over the Constitution. In doing so, it will hone in on
possible intentions of the founders of the Constitution. Finally, it will focus on
a few of the Rights to consider how they have been interpreted from their
inception.
DATES: Tuesdays, June 12, 19, 26; from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
NEW INSTRUCTOR - NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Laurence J. Ruggiero, Director
Jennifer Perry Thalheimer, Curator and Collection Manager
Betsy Peters, Director of Programs
TITLE: Designing the Gilded Age
DESCRIPTION: Learn about the life and career of American artist and designer
Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848-1933). Starting with an exploration of nineteenth-
century society, politics and the arts, the course examines Tiffany as an artist,
a collector and a visionary.
DATES: Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27; from 10:00am to 11:30am
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 107 and The Charles
Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
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NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Adrienne H. Lee
TITLE: From Muse to Master: Celebrating Women Artists
DESCRIPTION: This is a very special course that explores female artists
throughout art history. Beginning in the Middle Ages, we will celebrate
female artists who were nearly erased from history simply because of their
talent and gender. We will continue through the Modern Art era and
recognizes the work of women artists who were often overshadowed by their
male significant others. We will also look at what women artists are creating
in the 21st century and discuss art theories regarding the work women
produce.
DATE: Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 222
INSTRUCTOR: Yvonne Vassel
TITLE: Your Life in Words (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION: Whether written or spoken, your life story is not an exercise in self-
indulgence. Indeed, your story in your words will be a gift to your friends,
family and future generations. It is a way to ensure the people, special events,
and lessons of your existence do not entirely disappear. Through a
combination of short writing exercises, photo and artifact prompts, group
discussion, published and recorded visual examples, you will begin the
process of compiling a life story.
DATES: Wednesdays, June 6, 12, 20, 27; from 12:00pm to 1:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 107
INSTRUCTOR: Steven Bechtel
TITLE: Introduction to Humanism. A Primer on the History, Philosophy, and
Goals of Humanism
DESCRIPTION: Humanism is a progressive philosophy of life that, without theism
of other supernatural beliefs, affirms our ability and responsibility to lead
ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good of
humanity. This is but one of the many definitions of Humanism. The Course is
designed to provide the student a general understanding of what Humanism
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is (and what it is not), the role of Humanism in history, the core principles of
Humanism, and what Humanism offers the individual and society. The Course
will discuss the history of Humanist ideas and their role in the development of
the Modern World. It will explore the meaning and scope of the Humanist life
stance in the contemporary era. The instructor will suggest reading materials
that will be discussed in class and will present videos for discussion.
DATES: Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27; from 1:00pm to 2:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: David Polakoff
TITLE: Smart Photography
DESCRIPTION: Have you ever wanted to take beautiful pictures on your
smartphone? Perhaps you’d like to know how to apply filters to your photos,
or how to share them with your friends on a variety of social media platforms?
Then this class is for you! In this course you will learn how photography basics
transfer to the smartphone setting; how to use lighting and your phone’s
built-in features to make your pictures look vibrant; how to edit your photos;
how to apply filters to change the look and feel of your photos; and how to
share your photos on social media apps. By the end of this course, your phone
won’t be the only thing that’s smart - your photos will be, too!
DATES: Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27; from 4:00pm to 5:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Science Center, Room 310
NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Gary Prager
TITLE: The King’s Revenge: King Charles The Second of England and the
Greatest Manhunt in English History
DESCRIPTION: This course will examine The English Civil War and the execution of
King Charles The First by Oliver Cromwell and the Parliament. We will learn
of the Restoration of the monarchy and the manhunt that later followed for
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the capture and execution of the killers of the King. This manhunt involved
the American Colonies and countries throughout Europe.
Class participants will also be introduced to American grievances that would
eventually lead to the American Revolution.
DATES: Thursdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Gary Lessord
TITLE: Animal and Wildlife Drawing and Painting
DESCRIPTION: Animal and Wildlife drawing and painting provide the artist the
ability to render favorite subjects along with their specific environments.
Demonstrations and Sample artwork will illustrate how to create full images,
vignettes and montage compositions. Media can include graphite and color
pencil along with wet media such as watercolor and acrylic paints
DATES: Thursdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28; from 1:00pm to 2:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
NOTE: Please bring a couple of #2 pencils and a drawing pad (11”x14” or 9”x 12”
Strathmore or other quality heavy paper). The need for additional supplies
will be discussed at the first class.
NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Robert Bernstein
TITLE: End of Week Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION: Here a chance to know by heart, your peace of mind. A chance to
release the week’s stress with a Friday, end of week guided meditation.
This class is good for new, part time or full time practicing meditators, as well
as those who have taken this type of class before. And that is because each
class will feature reading and discussion of Eastern spiritual viewpoints by
various people such as: The Dalai Lama, Eckhart Tolle, The Beatles, Michael A.
Singer, Carl Jung, Thich Nhat Hanh, Gandhi, Swami Satchidananda, Pierre de
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Chardin, Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, and others. Please bring along books or
quotes you would want to share.
Each class will feature a guided meditation, with silent meditation time never
to exceed twenty minutes. In this way you can “experience for yourself, not
just something you heard about or learned from a book, the “everyday life”
benefits of meditation.
DATE: Fridays, June 8, 15, 22, 29; from 10:30am to 12:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 208
INSTRUCTOR: Kim LeBeau-Ross
TITLE: Games to Sharpen the Mind
DESCRIPTION: From not-so-simple crosswords, to brain teasers, word jumbles,
to jeopardy, family feud to computer games, we will explore a variety of ways
to keep our minds active and engaged.
Challenge yourself, your classmates and your teacher with brain-teasing
games for at least 90 minutes per week and that may help slow the degree of
mental decline associated with the natural aging process! Whenever you
participate in something that requires mental energy, especially a new
activity, no matter how simple it may seem, you exercise your abilities. When
you exercise your physical muscles, you get stronger. Here, we will exercise
the cognitive “muscle”.
DATE: Friday, June 8, 15, 22, 29; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: Robin Wilson
TITLE: Stretch Yourself: Promote a Healthier more Youthful Body (1)
DESCRIPTION: Flexibility promotes a more youthful body and mind. By blending
of the art of dance, the power of yoga and the science of Pilates. This class is
designed to do just that! The special benefit is that each student will gain the
ability to perform these movements and exercises in the privacy of their own
homes for many years to come.
DATES: Fridays, June 8, 15, 22, 29; from 11:15am to 12:45pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Annie Russell Dance Studio
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NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Adrienne H. Lee
TITLE: Modern Art Madness!
DESCRIPTION: When looking at Modern Art, have you ever thought to yourself,
“This doesn’t make sense!” or “A five-year-old could have painted that!”
Modern Art Madness! offers an in-depth look at the “why” behind Modern
Art’s varied art movements. We will explore the many “-isms” that fall under
the umbrella of Modern Art, like Cubism, Expressionism, Fauvism and Abstract
Expressionism. We will also discuss Modern Art’s “origin story” rooted in
Impressionism. Together we will pull back the curtain to reveal the real
meanings behind Modern Art’s epic masterpieces.
DATE: Mondays, July 2, 9, 16, 23; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 107
INSTRUCTOR: Meril Salzburg
TITLE: Intermediate Mah Jongg
DESCRIPTION: Mah Jongg (commonly referred to as Maajh) is a fascinating,
rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards, originating in China. It
uses a Card of Official Standard Hands and Rules by the National Mah Jongg
League, against which all games are played. The game is enjoying a
resurgence in popularity, with millions of dedicated players around the
world. In this class, participants will learn more about hands and rules on
game playing, strategy and scoring. Keep your mind active and vibrant by
playing Maajh!
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DATES: Mondays, July 2, 16, 23; from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
LOCATION: TBD Westminster Winter Park
NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Patricia Farless
TITLE: Readings in Reconstructing America
DESCRIPTION: This class examines the successes and failures of Reconstruction,
considering how the choices made by the historical actors of this time laid the
economic, political and social groundwork for the modern era. In doing so,
we will read and discuss the major documents (Emancipation Proclamation,
Lincoln’s 10% Plan, Wade Davis Bill, Congressional Acts of Radical
Reconstruction, economic plans, state disenfranchisement laws, etc.) that
framed the 2nd half of United States history.
DATES: Mondays, July 2, 9, 23, 30; from 5:00pm to 6:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Leslie Boles
TITLE: The Art of Impressionism
DESCRIPTION: One of the most beloved styles of art is Impressionism, but what is
the story behind the style? Join us for a discussion of the art movement to
find out how it got started, who the major players were and how the style
developed. We will take a look at the work of Edouard Manet, Claude Monet,
Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Mary Cassatt, Berthe Morisot, and Edgar Degas.
DATES: Mondays, July 9, 16, 23, 30; from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Cornell Fine Arts Museum, Room 116
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INSTRUCTOR: Bonnie Ausmus
TITLE: The Art of Basket Making: Learn the Techniques and Secrets to Making
your Own Beautiful Basket
DESCRIPTION: Have you ever wondered how a basket is made? Or, wished you
knew the secrets and techniques to make a basket of your very own? Well,
this is the class for you! It is a grass-roots, start at square one, beginners’
class. No experience necessary! All you have to do is be open to learning with
a sense of humor and a little patience. We will start with the basic basket
foundation and work through upending the stakes, weaving and twining until
you have a completed basket to take home. So, why not come join the fun in
addition to accomplishing a new skill/hobby. We would love for you to join us.
But please, register early as class seating is limited.
DATES: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24; from 10:00am to 12:00pm (We will be weaving
a square basket with handle)
LOCATION: Maitland Civic Center, 641 Maitland Avenue South, Maitland, Florida
32751
NOTE: Additional $20 fee for supplies due first day of class payable to the
instructor. Students must have good dexterity in both hands. Students will
need to bring: a hand towel; a ruler or tape measure; a pen; a pencil; a pair of
scissors; a pair of pliers; super glue; and a flat head screwdriver.
INSTRUCTOR: Bob Lemon
TITLE: The Period Eye: How Did 15th Century Florentines “Read” a Painting?
DESCRIPTION: In Florence of the early 1400s, only about 15 percent of the
population could read and write, as we know it. Yet, nearly everyone went to
church and knew well the tales of the Old and New Testaments. They learned
their Bible literature visually – from paintings, frescoes and sculpture. How did
they ‘read’ the art of their time? What did they see when they looked at a
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painting? When they viewed religious art, it is likely they saw something very
different from what we see when we look at the same pieces. Explore the
15th-Century art of Florence through the eyes that saw it in that place, at that
time. We will study the varieties of assumptions about space, narration, color
and conventional characteristics of biblical figures. Examples will come from
New Testament themes such as the Annunciation, Nativity, Adoration of the
Shepherds/Magi and the Passion of Christ.
DATES: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31; from 10:30am to 12:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: Gary Prager
TITLE: Current Events and Politics
DESCRIPTION: This is a round table discussion group that addresses weekly issues
of both local and national current events. Included in our weekly discussion
we also consider the effects of international political issues and how they
influence us here at home.
The agenda changes weekly and full and respectful participation is
encouraged on a class wide basis.
DATES: Tuesdays, July 10, 17 24, 31; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 107
INSTRUCTOR: Robin Wilson
TITLE: Stretch Yourself: Promote a Healthier more Youthful Body (1)
DESCRIPTION: Flexibility promotes a more youthful body and mind. By blending
of the art of dance, the power of yoga and the science of Pilates. This class is
designed to do just that! The special benefit is that each student will gain the
ability to perform these movements and exercises in the privacy of their own
homes for many years to come.
DATES: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31; from 12:00pm to 1:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Annie Russell Dance Studio
INSTRUCTOR: Amado Bobadilla
TITLE: Singing the Songs of the Greatest Generation: 1920 – 1959
DESCRIPTION: Some of the most singable songs of the last century had their
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heyday during the ‘20s, ‘30s, ‘40s and ‘50s. You know this because you love
to sing them! Everyone does! Yet, try as we might, we often can’t get past the
first couple of lines before we start humming wordlessly. Well, if you want
more out of your singing experience, this class is for you! We’ll explore the
most popular songs of each decade; get the low down on how they were
written and first performed then hear and watch the original hits. Finally, with
lyrics in hand, (and this is the most fun) we’ll sing them together! It doesn’t
matter if you’re a trained singer or have trouble carrying a tune in a bucket!
This class is about having fun singing your heart out and reliving a bygone
era! Come, join the fun as we sing our way back through a host of old
memories and maybe even pick up a few new ones along the way!
You won’t want to miss it!
DATES: Tuesday, July 10, 17, 24, 31; from 1:00am to 2:30pm
LOCATION: TBD
INSTRUCTOR: Deborah Danziger
TITLE: Pick-A-Poet Again: Discuss the Elements of Poetry as Seen in Your
Favorite Poet
DESCRIPTION: For those of you who have previously taken this class, new poets
will be identified and discussed. We will look at poetry as it exists in our daily
lives and the world around us. Each week a different element of poetry will be
discussed, background of poet and reading followed by open discussion. Also,
if applicable, we will include original poetry from students.
DATES: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31; from 1:00pm to 2:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: Patricia Farless
TITLE: US Foreign Policy in the 19th Century and Early 20th Century
DESCRIPTION: This course provides an initial overview of the state of US Foreign
Policy from Washington’s Farewell Address through the Gilded Age. It then
considers the economic the economic motivations of the last quarter of the
19th Century for overseas expansion, culminating in the push for an overnight
empire with US entry into the Spanish-American War. As a result of this new
stage of US foreign policy, we will look at the debates that raged throughout
the US over whether the US should morally consider becoming an imperial
nation or was it a betrayal of the American Revolution. Throughout these
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developments, the class will look at the lasting impact of the Monroe Doctrine.
This document served as the justification for fighting in Cuba and expanding
our influence through Latin America with the Roosevelt Corollary, Dollar
Diplomacy and Wilsonian interventionism. It also played a key role in our
hesitancy to enter both WWI and WWII.
DATES: Tuesdays, July 17, 24, 31; from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins Campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Leslie Halpern
TITLE: Dreams in the Arts
DESCRIPTION: This survey course examines the use of dreams in literary, visual,
and performing arts. We’ll look at representative novels, poems, films,
paintings, comic strips, plays, and songs to see how artists specifically used
their own dreams as inspiration or used generalized dream scenes to tap into
the collective unconscious and connect with their audiences. Poet Edgar Allan
Poe, director Tim Burton, painter Salvador Dali, and playwright William
Shakespeare are a few of the many artists we’ll study who have used dreams
to enhance their art. Through video presentations and interactive discussion,
students will gain a new appreciation for the beauty of the dreaming world as
seen through the eyes of the artist.
DATES: Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25; from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
NEW COURSE
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INSTRUCTOR: Gary Prager
TITLE: To Marry A Lord
DESCRIPTION: Following the success of the British T.V. drama Downton Abby, this
class will examine at length the phenomenon of wealthy American Ladies and
their pursuit of English titled aristocrats to marry. The class will entertain and
discuss the motives of both sides. We will take you inside what is meant to be
an American in London as well as what it really took to manage an English
Country Mansion House. Also, we will examine the Upstairs, Downstairs lives
of the domestic servants and how they came to terms with the new reality of
American inclusion in their lives.
DATES: Thursdays, July 5, 12, 19, 26; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 107
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Frederick B. Lee
TITLE: Memory Improvement
DESCRIPTION: In this class you'll learn to use your brain better by creating
pictures in order to improve your memory tremendously. You'll learn how to
memorize facts, jokes, numbers, passwords, birthdays, to-do-list, names, and
everything you would like to keep in your mind. The first hour of this class will
check your present memory; then I’ll give you hints on how to do better. We'll
discuss special needs in improving the memory. With Dr. Lee's special
interactive seminar presentation and your participation, you'll understand how
the synapses in your brain are working. Your family and friends will be
amazed about your good memory. Previous classes accomplished 80% - 90%
in remembering facts and names.
DATES: Tuesdays, July 12, 19, 26; from 11:00am to 1:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
NEW INSTRUCTOR - NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Rochelle Thomas Swidler
TITLE: The 20th Century Defined: Explore Who or What Helped to Define This
Amazing Era
DESCRIPTION: Does the artist/visionary shape the 20th Century or in retrospect
does the 20th Century Define the artist? This course encapsulates how our
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society may conclude what the 20th Century was really all about. We will
review the elements of artists, writers, and photographers to help determine if
their creations defined the 20th Century or, in fact, did wars and
industrialization, help aid in concluding the era.
DATES: Thursdays, July 5, 12, 19, 26; from 1:30pm to 3:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: Robert Bernstein
TITLE: End of Week Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION: Here a chance to know by heart, your peace of mind. A chance to
release the week’s stress with a Friday, end of week guided meditation.
This class is good for new, part time or full time practicing meditators, as well
as those who have taken this type of class before. And that is because each
class will feature reading and discussion of Eastern spiritual viewpoints by
various people such as: The Dalai Lama, Eckhart Tolle, The Beatles, Michael A.
Singer, Carl Jung, Thich Nhat Hanh, Gandhi, Swami Satchidananda, Pierre de
Chardin, Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, and others. Please bring along books or
quotes you would want to share.
Each class will feature a guided meditation, with silent meditation time never
to exceed twenty minutes. In this way you can “experience for yourself, not
just something you heard about or learned from a book, the “everyday life”
benefits of meditation.
DATE: Fridays, July 6. 13, 20, 27; from 10:30am to 12:00pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 107
INSTRUCTOR: Adrienne H. Lee
TITLE: Art History in Pop Culture: How the Internet Changes How We See Art
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DESCRIPTION: This series discusses art historical topics through the lens of
today’s social media and pop culture trends. Have selfies replaced Self-
Portraits? Are food pictures modern day Still Life? What on earth is a meme?
This series takes a humorous and contemporary approach to art history and
connects the past with the present. We will discuss how art historical themes
have been "trending" for thousands of years and are simply manifesting
themselves in a brand-new way. No prior art historical background is
necessary and no social media experience required. This is art history in the
21st century!
DATE: Fridays, July 6, 13, 20, 27; from 11:00am to 12:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
INSTRUCTOR: Robin Wilson
TITLE: Stretch Yourself: Promote a Healthier more Youthful Body (1)
DESCRIPTION: Flexibility promotes a more youthful body and mind. By blending
of the art of dance, the power of yoga and the science of Pilates. This class is
designed to do just that! The special benefit is that each student will gain the
ability to perform these movements and exercises in the privacy of their own
homes for many years to come.
DATES: Fridays, July 6, 13, 20, 27; from 11:15am to 12:45pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Annie Russell Dance Studio
NEW INSTRUCTOR - NEW COURSE
INSTRUCTOR: Dana Brook Thurmond, Professor of Humanities, Valencia College
TITLE: From Hercules to Achilles: Ancient Greek Heroes
DESCRIPTION: Explore the ancient Greek tales that inspired generations and
provided the foundation of Classical Mythology. In this course, we will
explore the myths about heroes and demigods, including Hercules, Jason,
Theseus, Perseus and Achilles. We will study them through the lens of ancient
Greek culture to learn about the values and beliefs of that era. In addition we
will see how these heroes have survived the test of time and evolved to fit our
mass media today.
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DATES: Fridays, July 6, 13, 20, 27; from 2:00pm to 3:30pm
LOCATION: Rollins campus, Bush Executive Center, Room 108
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