Volume 7, Issue 4

OAA ON THE GO

MCCOAA Update Manchester Community College Organization of Active Adults

Great Path MS #16, PO Box 1046, Manchester CT 06045-1046 ● 860-512-2840

Read the Update in color on the MCC Web Site at www.manchestercc.edu/continuing/oaa.

Thirty-three Years Serving the Community 1983 - 2016

by James St. Pierre

Non-luncheon programs are open to the public free of charge. The programs begin at 1:30 in the SBM Charitable Foundation Auditorium (AST Bldg.) and are followed by refreshments. We encourage members to invite friends to become OAA members for additional benefits. Please use the West Parking Lot (formerly Lot C), which includes handicapped parking.

Spotlight on New Orleans

April 23-27, 2017

Day 1: Sunday, April 23, 2017, New Orleans, Louisiana – Tour Begins – Step into a cultural melting pot the “Jazz Capital of the World.” Day 2: Monday, April 24, 2017, French Quarter – Get to know the city’s famous French Quarter on a walking tour. Tonight,

roll up your sleeves and prepare to cook New Orleans-style. Day 3: Tuesday, April 25, 2017, French Quarter – Set out on a drive along New Orleans’ historic Esplanade Avenue. Then, journey through Louisiana’s swamp on a cruise. Day 4: Wednesday, April 26, 2017, New Orleans – This morning, enjoy a panoramic tour of New Orleans. Day 5: Thursday, April 27, 2017, New Orleans – Tour Ends – Your tour of this captivating city comes to a close today. For additional information, contact Mary Violette, 860-648-0223.

Canyon Country October 2-10, 2017

Highlights: Scottsdale, Oak Creek Canyon, Kaibab National

Forest, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Choice of Monument Valley

Navajo Tribal or Canyon Adventure Cruise, Bryce Canyon

National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas.

For additional information, contact Jeannette Lesperance,

860-643-8130.

Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights

November 7-13, 2017 7 Days, 10 Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners

Highlights: Reykjavik, Northern Lights Cruise, Golden Circle,

Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, Seljalandsfoss, Vik,

Eyjafjallajokull Volcano Visitor Centre, Skogar Museum,

Skogafoss, Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, Skaftfell National Park,

Vatnajakull Glacier, Blue Lagoon.

For additional Information, contact Anne Kehl, 860-646-0696.

See you on the bus!

SCHEDULED TRIPS

Friday December 2, 2016

Winterfest Luncheon at Glastonbury Hills

Country Club 12:00

Join your MCCOAA friends for a delicious luncheon to start the

winter season.

Friday, January 20, 2017

Eight of the World's Greatest Artists Mr. Ed Hicks will present a live lecture of interesting stories about eight legendary painters: Picasso, Dali, Warhol, Van Gogh, O'Keefe, Pollock, Toulouse-Lautrec and Whistler. He will discuss not only their masterful work, but also their powerful words and colorful lifestyles. This will be a fast-paced presentation that promises to be both informative and entertaining.

December 2016

ATTENTION

Please report any special needs, physical, medical or dietary, at the time your reservation is made, to the trip coordinator for your trip. Persons requiring assistance need to be accompanied by a companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the assistance. MCCOAA cannot provide special individual assistance to tour members with special needs.

OAA ON THE GO

COMING ATTRACTIONS

by Jim Reuter

Upcoming Continuing Education Courses in 2016!

Visit Portugal and Spain Join Mallorie as she travels throughout Portugal both on land and on the Douro River. Visit Lisbon and Oporto, the 12th century walled town of Obidos, seaside communities and the vineyards of the Douro Valley. In Spain, we will visit Madrid, Barcelona and Salamanca, one of the oldest college towns in Europe and the inspiration for Harry Potter. CRN 31510 | Fee: $5 | 1 Friday | 12/2 | noon-1:30 PM | AST Room E202 Instructor: Mallorie Ostrowitz, M.F.A.

Holiday Specialties: Holiday Brunch In the finale to this fall series, join us for a holiday brunch. We’ll prepare and enjoy the tantalizing tastes of Fruit Parfait with Maple Cashew Cream, a colorful Frittata, crusty Pecan Waffles with real maple syrup, and sizzling Roasted Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus. Materials fee: $18, payable to instructor at the beginning of class. CRN 31648 | Fee: $50 | 1 Friday | 12/2 | 6-9 PM | GPA Room GP213 Instructor: Rebecca Brown, A.S., B.S. The Early Broadway Composers Broadway during the first decades of the twentieth century was dominated by a small group of composers and lyricists; Berlin, Cohan, Gershwin, Kern & Porter. Their shows were the hits of the day! They were referred to respectively as “the man who owned Broadway,” another the “father of American musical theatre,” “the greatest songwriter that has ever lived,” and finally, “the man who did it all - words and music.” We’ll sort out these legends and compare their works in this interactive session. CRN 31578 | Fee: $5 | 1 Friday | 12/9 | noon-1:30 PM | AST Room E202 Instructor: Barbara King, M.A. Crete and the Bull of Minos The largest of the Greek Islands is Crete which boasts a fascinating history of its own, dating from the ancient Minoans to its brutal occupation during World War II. We will explore what is known of the early days of King Minos and the half-mythic, half-historical labyrinth, as well as Crete’s subjugation during the Roman and Byzantine empires. A rugged and stunning landscape of mountains and deep valleys, including the amazing Samaria Gorge, serves as a fitting backdrop to the tumultuous history of this fabled island. CRN 31512 | Fee: $5 | 1 Friday | 12/16 | noon-1:30 PM | AST Room E202 Instructor: David Garnes, M.A. Small Plates of Spain: Tapas! In Spain, Tapas are small plates of appetizers that may be served hot or cold. We will be featuring three small plates, which make for delightful bites that you can take to a party or have at home as a light meal: Ham and Cheese Croquettas (bite-sized rounds similar to the French version of croquette); Manchego (a Spanish cheese) that we will stuff inside Roasted Baby Peppers and serve with a Spicy Tomato sauce; and a Saffron Shrimp and Spicy Sausage Skewer that can be served hot or cold and with two different dipping sauces. Take your new skills home for spicing up special meals and entertaining! Come and join us, Olé! Materials fee: $15, payable to instructor at beginning of class. CRN 31612 | Fee: $55 | 1 Monday | 12/5 | 6-9 PM | GPA Room GP213

HOW TO REGISTER FOR COURSES: There are many easy ways to register for MCC courses. Call 860-512-3232 to register by phone. Be sure to have your credit card ready. Or, if you have access to the Internet, you can download a registration form at www.manchestercc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016-FallCredit-Free-catalog.pdf and send in your completed form with a check or money order. You can also find a registration form in any printed MCC Credit-Free catalog. The easiest way is to register in person the next time you are on campus for a monthly OAA meeting! The Registrar’s Office is in the main lobby of the Lowe Building and is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pre-registration allows the instructor and course schedulers to prepare materials for the course and to contact students in the event of a scheduling change or cancellation.

The UPDATE is published each month except July and August, for and by OAA members, and is edited with the assistance of MCC’s Credit -Free Programs Office.

Information on OAA activities and other items of interest to OAA members will be considered for publication.

Please submit articles and suggestions to the editors via email to oaa@manchestercc.edu.

Board Meetings 10 a.m. — Room A108 (by Library in LRC Building): Oct 14, Nov 11, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 7, May 12

Program Events 1:30 p.m. — SBM Auditorium (AST Building): Oct 21, Nov 18 , Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 17, May 19

PLEASE USE WEST PARKING LOT (formerly Lot C) for all campus events.

Luncheons 11:30 a.m. — Sept 16, Dec 2

2016-2017 Officers Committee Chairs

President: Geoffrey Naab Hospitality: Margaret Mirante

Vice President: Jim Reuter Membership: Karen Rosano

Secretary: Marilyn Steele Program: Sheila Springsteen

Treasurer: Dan Miller Publicity: Rosemarie Mazzotta

Trustee (2019): Darlene Sutton Travel & Mail: Mary Violette

Trustee (2018): Irma Hart Tuition Rebate: Theresa Ebenhoe

Trustee (2017): Natalie Chirico Auditor: Dana O’Neal

Manchester Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The person designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies is: Affirmative Action and Staff Development Coordinator (Title IX and Section 504/ADA Coordinator), Manchester Community College, Great Path MS #2, Manchester CT 06045; Lowe Student Services Center L-134c; 860-512-3107.

Total Members 840

Members Paid Rebates 18

Rebates Paid to Members $410

Credit-Free Course Fees Paid to College $2,287

The Bottom Line

Nov. 10, 2016

Check the Fall 2016 catalog for many more interesting courses. Register with a friend!

Remember, as OAA members, you could each qualify for a 20% rebate (up to $50 per membership year) on credit-free courses costing over $10. There should be a form

for each class. Please do not put multiple classes on one rebate form

MEMBERSHIP REMINDER

If you've not yet renewed your membership, your renewal grace period ends November 30 and this is the last mailing you will receive until/unless you rejoin us.