SEPTEMBER 2009www.jccc.edu/brownandgoldBROWN

GOLDCLUB& IN THIS ISSUE:

• Japan Festival• New Trips• Ruel Joyce Series

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PresidentSpeaks . . .

The grandkids were coming, so what better plan than totake them to the country and introduce them to thewoods. We rented a cabin with running water but no TV.

After determining who was sleeping where, we dousedourselves with bug repellent and headed for the woods.Our little girls are 3 and 5. Our first decision was whatpath do we follow. Having a map in hand, I thought wehad it made, only to find that the map didn’t correspondwith the names of the trails.

A decision was reached and off we forged. We soondiscovered the path was rather treacherous as it hadrained the night before and the rocks on the path wereslippery. Our 5-year-old was mentally curious andphysically close to the ground. She discovered things anadult wouldn’t see or hear. How fun to be in thepresence of youth!

Finally, after crossing the hanging bridge and severalsmall creeks, the cabin was in view. We were in need ofsustenance after this much longer hike than intended, aswell as a little first aid.

That evening after the sun went down behind the tree-covered hills, we headed to the fire pit. What a peacefulsite with the fire blazing away, lighting up our littlecamp surrounded by family. Hopefully our little girlswill remember our outing in the woods, when thefireflies and the fire lit up the dark night and the onlysounds were from the creatures of the night.

I hope that your summer was a special one too, and thatgood memories survived. Now we’re headed into fall,with lots of exciting events and trips planned just foryou. Please read and take advantage of them.

Sheri

Senior SpooktacularJohnson County Senior Quest 2009

Tuesday, October 27, 2009OP Convention Center6000 College Blvd.9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join us again for Senior Quest. Feel free to wear aHalloween costume to join in the Spooktacular. Manyvendors will be represented. Bingo will be played in thelobby and performers will be around all day to entertainyou while you eat or take a break. Be sure to sign up forthe event’s door prize.

Admission and parking are free, and shuttle service fromthe OP Convention Center parking lot to the front doorwill be available. Additional parking will be available atthe NW lot of Black & Veatch on the south side ofCollege Blvd., with shuttle service to the center.

For additional information, call (913) 715-8999.

Come Tell Us What YouThink or Just Say “Hi!”Your JCCC Brown & Gold Club will have a special presence at

the Annual Downtown Overland Park Arts & Crafts Festivalon Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009. We will have a booth in front of

the church (Overland Park Presbyterian) and just across the

street to the east of the Santa Fe Commons Park (81st and

Santa Fe) from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Come by and say “Hi!”

when you are there enjoying the crafts, food and annual parade.

It is a very good time and place to let us know of anything you

think the club is missing. If you have any friends or neighbors

who are interested in joining our club, let them know that this

is an easy place to find out more about the club and to join.

(It’s also an excellent place to renew if you need to do so and

you can save a stamp!)

Save the Date!!!Overland Park Arts Festival ..................Saturday, September 26

Senior Quest ................................................Tuesday, October 27

B&G Halloween ConcertFest ........................Friday, October 30

B&G Winter Chorale ................................Sunday, December 13

Comments are welcome!

Please mail to:JCCC Brown & Gold Club12345 College Blvd., Box 7Overland Park, KS 66210-1299Phone: 913-469-8500, X4305Fax: 913-469-2724E-mail: kdye@jccc.eduWebsite:www.jccc.edu/brownandgold

JCCC Brown & Gold Club Executive Board

Sheri Truog, president Adrian Hertog, vice presidentPaula Yehle, secretaryBill Dean, treasurerSuzee Oberg, publicity liaison

Board of DirectorsMaxine Abbott, Maura Conry, Vivian Crosby, Carol Flynn,Bonnie Gleason, Muna Hussain, Paul Lynch, Betty Mahan, Neil Murphy, Pat McKillip, Karen Riley, Paul Russell,Cynthia Sdano, Walt Seibert,JoAnn Wilson

Lifetime HonoraryMembers

Virginia Krebs, Sam Montague, Cathie Peterson

Kristy J. Dye, Program Coordinator

Jerlyn D. Rowe, Program Assistant

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Continuing EducationPotpourri Fall 2009Snapshot of the JCCC Floral Design ProgramWednesday, October 21, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.Location: TBAFee: $6CRN# 90397

Diana Ryan with the JCCC Floral Design Program willpresent an informational session on what the programoffers to students, including providing in-depthknowledge and hands-on applications of floral designsusing silk and dried materials.  Also included in this classis a tour of the JCCC Greenhouse.  Class size is limited.

See the JCCC Culinary Team at WorkFriday, November 13, 10 a.m. - 12 noonCC 211Fee: $6CRN# 90396

Here’s your chance to learn more about theinternationally successful JCCC Culinary Team. We’llbegin in room CC 211 with Dean Lindy Robinson, whowill tell us about the culinary team, how they prepare forcompetition and the criteria for success.  Following herpresentation, we will walk the short distance to OCB tosee food that has been prepared for judging for a regionalcompetition in progress.  Class size is limited.

Registration required.

Call 913-469-2323 to register.

Current U.S. Issues Fall 2009

Discussion GroupSponsored by Community Services Division

Johnson County Community College

Time: 1:30-3:00 p.m.

Location: Polsky Theatre in the Carlsen Center, JCCC

Date Topic & Speaker

Sept. 15 Green EconomyDr. Jay Antle, Executive DirectorJCCC Center for Sustainability

Sept. 22 JoCo for K-State Research & ExtensionRick Miller, Director of JoCo Extension

Sept. 29 Homeland Security in Johnson County:Risks & How They Are Being AddressedNick Crossley, CEM, Coordinator for JoCo

Oct. 6 Life After the Recession of 08/09: Obamanomics AscendantChris Kuehl, PhDArmada Corporate Intelligence

Oct. 13 Visualizing Change: Unprecedented Poster Action of ObamaHal Elliot Wert, PhD Kansas City Art Institute

Oct. 20 Five Green Things/Bridging the Gap OverviewKristen Riott, DirectorCommunity Outreach

Recycling Grows at JCCCJCCC’s recycling efforts continue to grow. From Januarythrough July 2008, the college recycled 86,920 pounds ofpaper, cardboard and plastic. From January through July2009, recycling totaled 127,820 pounds – 40,900 poundsmore!

Not only was waste kept out of landfills, the proceeds fromrecycling brought in more than $1,200 which will gotoward student scholarships. For more information aboutrecycling at JCCC, please visit:www.jccc.edu/home/depts.php/S00036/site/recycling.

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Gold Quest Fall 2009

Nelly Don:  A Stitch in Time Friday, September 25, 2009,  1 - 2 p.m. CC 211

Nelly Don, the Kansas City fashion designer who by1947 had built the largest dress factory in the world, hashad her story captured by author Terrance O’Malley.  He will discuss her amazing and colorful life that wasintertwined with the history of Kansas City.  Mr. O’Malley has a master’s degree in radio, televisionand film from KU. He has worked as a TV reporter anda press secretary and now practices law in KansasCity. Questions will be entertained afterwards. His NellyDon: A Stitch in Time book and DVD will be for sale.

Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs, PPOs, PFFS)and Part D Prescription PlansSaturday, November 7, 2009, 1 - 2:30 p.m. GEB 233

Which plan is right for you? A member from Centers ofMedicare and Medicaid Services, a government agency,will discuss Medicare C, touching on Part D. Medicare’swebsite will be explored. A question-and-answer sessionwill follow the presentation. Please bring materials totake notes.

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Japanese culture comes alive at the 12th annualGreater Kansas City Japan Festival from 10 a.m. to 8p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Carlsen Center,presented by the Heart of America Japan-AmericaSociety and Japan Festival committee.

Tickets cost $7 for adults, $4 for students andchildren, and free for those younger than 5.

This year’s festival keeps annual favorites — classicalJapanese performances of Denver Taiko, koto,shamisen and buyo dancers; a formal openingceremony with the ritual breaking of the sake barreland toast; exhibits of kimonos, hina dolls, ikebana(flower arranging) and bonsai; children’s activitieslike origami, portraits in kimono or samurai armor,and a Japanese bank and store using yen; Japanesecandy artist; and calligraphy, Japanese conversation,tea ceremony and kimono workshops.

New additions include a wedding kimono display, a Japanese cultural village for children, a diorama displayof famous Japanese sites, and more anime and manga.

A larger selectionof food andbeverages will beoffered than everbefore. Festival-goers can sampletraditionalJapanese foodserved by JCCCDining Servicesand local restaurants — One Bite Japanese Grill,Nara, Siki and Jo’s from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. in the CapitolFederal Conference Room of the Regnier Center, withJapanese beer and sake tasting available. Food willalso be served at the JCCC cafeteria, Café Tempo andEncore Espresso. Shoppers will find a bazaar withcrafts, kimonos, happi coats, books, sweets and moreon the second floor of the Carlsen Center.

JCCC has hosted the Greater Kansas City JapanFestival since 2004.

For a complete list of events and times, go towww.kcjapanfestival.com or call 913-469-8500, ext. 3470, for more information.

Experience Old and New Japan

Denver Taiko Band

Gold Quest classes are intended for members only and are FREE –no registration necessary!

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After checking inwith our hosts atJCCC, we aresettled in ourluxurious Arrowbus (and yes,there is arestroom onboard). Our

competent and jolly driver takes us to our first stop,where we see a special display and learn about ahistoric church.

Next we travel toanother historicsite in KansasCity, where westand in a placewhere streetcarsonce ran beneaththe street andwhere a lovelyshady park and fountain now quietly exist,surrounded by luxury lofts in the splendid oldbuildings that once held businesses. Here we learnabout the garment district that formerly existed herefrom Harvey Fried, who knows all about it since hewas once a garment manufacturer himself. He is

also a long-timeBrown & Goldmember. Insidethe HistoricGarment DistrictMuseum,directors Harveyand AnnBrownfield

(herself a former clothing designer in the district)answer questions and show us around. They thentreat us to a guided bus tour of the area.

Next, we make a quick visit to Case Park, only afew blocks away, to see the fabulous bronze statuescommemorating the journey and visit of Lewis andClark, York, Sacagawea, Jean Baptiste and Seaman,

the dog. This spotoverlooks theconfluence of theKansas andMissouri Riversand in thedistance we cansee Kaw Point,another localityassociated with the epic Lewis and Clark journey.

A fun lunch in the Power & Light district isfollowed by a visit to the Ewing and MurielKauffmanMemorialGardens, and thento our finaldestination of theMiniature and ToyMuseum ofKansas City,where we areescorted by tour guides and shown the highlights ofthis most fabulous of places with its world-renowned collections.

If you haven’t beenon one of our trips,you are missing outon a day filled withadventure and someof the most friendlypeople in JohnsonCounty.

Come join us next time!

Brown & Gold Trip in ReviewArticle submitted by Suzee Oberg

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Kansas: Exploring ArtistsCRN 91371 – Wednesday, October 7, 20091:00-3:00 p.m.Fee: B&G $9

Join Dr. Allison Smith, Associate Professor of ArtHistory, in an engaging discussion of art-making inKansas. Well-known artists such as Aaron Douglas andJohn Steuart Curry will be addressed, as well as lesser-known Kansas folk artists including M.T. Liggett andS.P. Dinsmoor (creator of the “Garden of Eden”). From19th century European immigrants (Birgir Sandzen) tocontemporary trail- blazers (the internationallyrecognized Roger Shimomura), Smith offers aninformative introduction to Kansas art.

Kansas: The Dust Bowl in Literature and VideoCRN 91374 – Thursday, October 22, 2009 6:30-9:00 p.m.Fee: B&G $9

Gain a better understanding of the Dust Bowl of the 1930sthrough books, diaries, songs, photographs, oral historiesand video. In this two-and-a-half- hour session, we’llmove like the wind to read a bit, listen a bit, and discusshow the yellow-brown haze and walls of black cloudsmade life difficult for our Kansas ancestors, who struggledto stop the dirt and watched their crops blow away.

Kansas: Ethnic Groups in the 20th CenturyCRN 91370 – Tuesday, November 10, 2009 –6:30-9:00 p.m.Fee: B&G $9

Geared toward those interested in ethnic studies andKansas history, this course will explore the strengthsand struggles of various ethnic groups occupying thestate of Kansas up to and including the 20th century.What role did these groups play in the development ofKansas communities, and what can this history teach usabout the myths and realities of immigration, both pastand present?

Kansas: Its History and ImageCRN 91373 – Monday, November 23, 2009 – 3:00-5:00 p.m.Fee: B&G $9

Whether free-staters or exodusters, reformers orhayseeds, Auntie Em or Bob Dole, the histories ofKansans have not always matched their images, but thetwo have definitely evolved together. This courseexplores key moments in Kansas history – the“bleeding” territory period, early 20th centuryprogressivism and the Dust Bowl – and shows how earlydepictions of Kansas in the national media have changedas a consequence.

Kansas Studies SeriesThe Kansas Studies Institute at JCCC promotes research and teaching on the culture, history, economics andnatural environment of Kansas. Among its activities are sponsorship of a Kansas Lecture Series; statewide tours forstaff, faculty, and students; curriculum development; and the building of collegial relationships with other collegesand universities in Kansas. To enroll, call WCED Registration at 913-469-2323.

The Polsky Practical Personal Enrichment SeriesThis series of educational presentations is underwritten bythe Norman and Elaine Polsky Family SupportingFoundation within the Greater Kansas City CommunityFoundation with Johnson County Community College. Theseries includes a number of topics, which are not nowbeing offered in a formal academic setting. Each event isfree and open to senior citizens, students and the generalpublic. Refreshments and socializing are offered beforeand after each program.

The events are free, but seating is limited. To ordertickets, call the JCCC Box Office at 913-469-4445.Reserved parking is available.

All programs are held Wednesdays, 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.,in the Polsky Theatre, Carlsen Center, unless otherwisenoted.**

October 7, 2009What It Takes to Be SuccessfulNorman PolskyPolsky Theatre

November 11, 2009Harry Truman Film and PresentationMichael Devine, Director of the Harry S. TrumanPresidential Library**Yardley Hall

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PLEASE NOTE: If you wish to be seated with specific individuals, you must so indicate on your reservation form. We will do our best to adhereto your requests in making seating arrangements. However, once assignments are made, we will be unable to change them. Thank you for yourcooperation. Questions on B&G trips, call 913-469-8500, ext. 4305.

*A $10.00 surcharge must be paid by non-members (including spouse non-members). HOWEVER, THE SURCHARGE CAN BE APPLIED TO A B&G CLUB MEMBERSHIP FOR THOSE ELIGIBLE.

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B&G Trips and ToursReligions of the World Series: IslamAl-Inshirah Islamic Center Kansas City, MOBus Tour: Wednesday, September 23$15*

Attend a lecture by Imam Rudolph Muhammad, an award-winning community leader in Kansas City, who is active inpromoting understanding between Islam and other religions. This is an opportunity to learn about Islam and how itspractice influences the daily lives of devout Muslims in theUnited States and worldwide. There will be an opportunityto ask questions which will promote understanding of thisreligion of peace and surrender.

NB: Since we are guests at the center, it is recommendedthat modest clothes be worn that mostly cover the arms andlegs. Shoes (not socks) will be removed in the mosque.Women may wish to cover their heads with a scarf, but thisis not required.

Christmas SpectacularColumbian Theatre, Wamego, KSSunday, December 6, 2009 $68* (includes lunch)

Historic Fort Scott and the Gordon Parks CenterSaturday, October 17, 2009 $55* (includes lunch)

Join us for a trip to Fort Scott, beginning with a stop at theVisitors Center, after which we will have an escortedwalking tour of the old military fort. We will then proceed tothe Lyons Mansion, and then to a nearby home to see a modeltrain exhibit built by a gentleman who worked for the railroad.

After lunch we will tour historic Fort Scott to include theVeterans Cemetery, then return downtown to the ScottishRite Masonic Temple, a beautiful architectural structure. A member will be available to explain the history of thefacility. There will be time to shop and to visit the newPerforming Arts Center which includes the Gordon ParksCenter. We will enjoy snacks before returning home. Thereis a lot of walking, so please wear comfortable shoes!

Includes deluxe motorcoach transportation, lunch, snacks, alladmission fees and gratuities including the bus driver.

Leave JCCC at 7:30 a.m. Return appproximately 6 p.m.

Begin the Christmas season with a very special ChristmasExtravaganza at the beautiful Columbian Theatre inWamego, Kansas. The show promises to be one you willcontinue to enjoy throughout the holidays. We will enjoy adelicious buffet lunch before attending the matinee designedto entertain you.

The renowned Columbian Theatre was constructed of nativeKansas limestone and was completed in 1896. Parts of thebuilding were purchased from the Chicago World’s Fair in1893. A local banker, Mr. J.C. Rogers, was a visionary ofthe 19th century who brought this magnificent theatre to hishometown of Wamego.

Enjoy the buffet luncheon, attend the musical and relax onthe bus trip home with your Brown & Gold friends.

Leave JCCC at 10:30 a.m. Return approximately 6:30 p.m.

Oktoberfest in Hermann, MOFriday, October 9, 2009$57* (includes lunch)

Enjoy Missouri’s beautiful fall foliageas we travel to the historic German town ofHermann. Our bus will depart from JCCC early (7:30 a.m.)to arrive about 11 a.m. Our guide will join us on the bus totour downtown and point out places of interest that we maywish to visit on our own in the afternoon. Following the tour we’ll have a German-style lunch in theVintage Restaurant at Stone Hill Winery, Missouri’s oldest

and most awarded winery. After lunch we’ll tour the wineryand see the largest series of vaulted cellars in NorthAmerica, take some time to taste samples and browse in thebeautiful gift shop. We’ll head downtown to browse andshop after the tour, then about 4 p.m. head west to JCCCwith an estimated time of arrival of 7:30 p.m.

Walking for 3-4 blocks with some uneven surfaces, climbingsome stairs, and standing for 30 minutes is necessary.

Leave JCCC at 7:30 a.m. Return appproximately 7:30 p.m.

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TRIPS & TOURS REGISTRATION FORM

Moon River Chestnut Theatre, Olathe, KSSaturday, February 13, 2010 $54* (includes lunch)The program will feature the very talented Chestnut cast inthe presentation of “Moon River: Johnny Mercer’s AmericanSongbook.” You will enjoy music spanning 50 years of bigbands, radio shows and great Hollywood film scores.Chestnut Theatre’s commitment to high-quality, enrichingentertainment includes producing six plays or musicals per

year, in addition to sponsoring workshops for children aswell as for those interested in participating in various artactivities.

Before the program, we will enjoy a wonderful buffet lunchat the beautiful Deer Creek Country Club, recognized for itsnatural beauty and architecture.

This program would be a wonderful Valentine for that

someone who is special in your life. Come join us!

Leave JCCC at 11:45 a.m. Return approximately 5:00 p.m.

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Symphony Trio Opens Fall Ruel Joyce Recital Series

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Elena Lence Talley (clarinet), Alex East (cello) andDan Velicer (piano) will perform at noon onMonday, Sept. 14, in the Recital Hall of the CarlsenCenter. The trio opens the nine-week Fall 2009Ruel Joyce Recital Series featuring Kansas Cityclassical musicians. Recitals are free and open tothe public.

Named for Ruel Joyce, a longtime jazz bassist whoheaded the local musicians’ federation from 1977until his death in 1989, the series is co-sponsoredby the JCCC Music Dept., Community Servicesand the Richard J. Stern Foundation for the Arts.Seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis.

For more information, call 913-469-8500, ext. 3605.Free – No Reservations!

The Ruel Joyce Recital Series continues at noon onMondays in the Recital Hall, except as noted:

Sept. 28 Richard Cass, piano, Yardley Hall

Oct. 5 Tamamo Gibbs, violin

Oct. 12 Don Lipovac, accordion

Oct. 19 Duo Solo — Mary Kirkendoll, flute; Mike Kirkendoll, piano

Oct. 26 Nathanael May, piano

Nov. 2 Mark Gibbs, cello, Yardley Hall

Nov. 9 Jeff Harshbarger, bass, and guests, Yardley Hall