–Serving All of York County Since 1999–

When You Hear it Thunder–Don’t Expect Pennies from Heaven

USM Marketer, DJ, New Senior College Advisor

Vol. XIII No. 1 A Publication of York County Senior College Saco/Sanford Summer 2015

Y C S CYork County Senior College

UMaine SystemSaco–Sanford

‘Learning as it should be: Life-long’

See ‘Dan’ page 2 Dan Philbrick

Senior MoMentS

‘Book–Movie,’ ‘Islam’ Courses to Debut in Fall

See ‘Curriculum,’ page 4

As a young man, Daniel K. Philbrick aspired to be an air traffic controller,

enrolling in airport management studies at Daniel Webster College. Prefering home cooking, however, he left to pursue a major in history at USM and a work-study program at the Port-land campus library. Which led him in 1989 to a position at the Gorham Li-brary, which he left in 1995 when he was commissioned to create a new post re-

sponsible for public relations and marketing at the USM Lewiston campus, which led to his elevation to director of communications. Whew. Now, Dan has become director of The University College at Saco, and we of York County Senior College, are under his wing. He moved into the new center in the Saco River Mall on March 19, replacing Erica Wat-son, a resident of Lewiston who took a job

There follows just a brief glimpse of the curriculum to be offered during the fall

semester starting the week of Sept. 14. Even as this preview was going to press wheels were turning to create more options for your pleasure. Stay tuned. Making its appearance in Saco after a well received debut in Springvale will be Food, Glorius Food, a movie course in which food plays an important role–an approach con-ceived by Cynthia Mowles; also making the trek north will be Fleurette Bannon’s per-petual winner, Writing Your Memoirs; Joan Mento again will offer her popular approach to Shakespeare; and Adele Millette, Medita-tion. Also in Saco, Carol Doyle will facilitate the popular panel, Great Decisions; Margaret

Hey will tease your brain with the fasscinat-ing Play Go; and Pat Wood will again mentor our artist community in Let’s Do Watercol-ors. David Moberg’s dedicated entourage, al-ways welcoming newcomers, will continue its artistic efforts in Springvale’s Open Art; and another new twist on movies dreamed up by Cynthia Mowles–Book–Film Discussion–will consider four books each followed the next week by a related film. These are to be presented by Jane Carlson, Gloria Day, Cyn-thia Renner and Ted Hargrove. Books to be discussed: The Girl with the Golden Earring, The Kite Runner, The Maltese Falcon and Cobb, by Al Stump.

When thunder roars, go indoors. Such was the advice given by John

Jensenius, featured speaker at the YCSC annual luncheon and business meeting, June 4 at the Ramada Inn in Saco attended by 102 members and guests. Jensenius is a lightning safety specialist and warning coordination meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Gray, Maine. Though seeking shelter indoors from lightning outdoors seems like common sense, myths about lightning and its prop-erties still exist; and among John’s myriad responsibilities is the eradication of such misconceptions.

Some things you should know: All thun-derstorms produce lightning and are danger-ous; lightning often strikes outside the area of heavy rain–even as far as ten miles from the rain; if you hear thunder, you are in danger.

Some things you should do: Get to a safe place–fully enclosed buildings with wiring and plumbing are best (sheds, picnic shelters, tents or covered porches do not offer protection); have a plan–i.e. know where to go in case of a storm; keep an eye on the weather and its warning signs. Some things you should not do: Don’t use a corded phone; don’t contact electrical equipment and wiring; don’t take a shower or use other plumbing; don’t go near isolated tall trees, towers or utility poles. John’s well-timed, sprightly presentation utilized striking visuals and flawless delivery while imparting a valuable lesson in surviv-al. His visit with us was arranged by David Howe.

Bear in mind: YCSC is flexible and accommodat-ing. if you can’t start the first week, start the second; if you must miss a class or three, come when you can–the teacher won’t make you stand in the corner. among our founding prin-ciples: eliminate all man-ner of potential stress.

Page 4 Senior Moments Summer 2015

From Its Simple Concept Winter Lecture Series Burgeons

Non-ProfitUS Postage Paid

Biddeford, ME04005

Permit # 128

Y C S CYork County Senior College

UMaine SystemSaco–Sanford

‘Learning as it should be: Life-long’

P.O. Box 1625Saco, ME 04072

It’s like icing on the cake, or probably more like the filling in a Boston cream pie: the

lecture series filling the gap between fall and spring semesters. What started as a modest interlude for those hardy seniors not taking refuge in warmer climes has burgeoned into a highly anticipated winter staple. Named in memory of the key figure in the founding of YCSC–Gary Sullivan, the series is cobbled together by Fred Boyle, a YCSC stalwart of council and classroom. Each winter offers three double-headers on three otherwise dismal days–one each in January, February and March. Each day’s program offers a morning and afternoon lec-ture preceeded by coffee and pastry time and sandwiched around a buffet lunch provided by the Brothers of Christian Instruction, who also provide the lecture hall.

The modest charge–usually about $25–covers the cost of the morning snack, mid-day meal and overhead. Speakers are not paid. Despite the low wage, Fred has been suc-cessful in securing a fulfilling range of inter-esting speakers with interesting things to say. The quest for speakers goes on–always, year ’round.

Other organizations and institutions can be fertile ground, but so can the check-out line in the market: the introduction to an old TV show declared, “There are 8 million people in New York, and each one of them has a story to tell.” Be alert to possibilities and tell Fred about them.

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Sanford Aide Retires,‘Gina’ Now Liaison

She was referred to as a guardian angel, keeping our instructors out of electron-ic trouble and rescuing those still stum-

bling over education’s modern amenities. She was Theresa Nelson, assistant direc-tor of Sanford’s Community Adult Educa-tion Department, who retired this year–”gracefully retired” to Florida, according to Georgina Hutchins. Georgina, SCAE ad-ministrative aide, is now YCSC’s liaison who coordinates classroom assignments, copying and those myriad matters that senior instruc-tors are heir to. Allen Lampert is director of SCAE, our weekly host at The Anderson Center to whom we are indebted.

Membership in a Maine Senior College grants the privilege of enrolling for

classes in any of the 17 in the state, from Fort Kent to York County, subject, of course, to payment of the tuition set by the individual college. Each of our York County classes costs $25; other colleges may differ. Included in the York County membership fee of $25 per fiscal year ( July 1-June 30) is a free luncheon at year’s end. This perk is extended to York County members only.

Luncheon a YCSC Perk

Or Current Resident

Sycamore Row by John Grisham; Wright Brothers by David McCullough; Fifth Gospel by Ian Caldwell; Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde; The Cho-sen by Chaim Potok; The Boys in the Boat by Daniel Brown; English Teacher by Lily Brown.

Diversity–Senior College lectures run the gamut–from dealing with scams to the Irish during the Civil War. Among this year’s lineup, introduced by Series Chairman Fred Boyle (l): auctioneer Floyd Hartford and UNE vice-president of Clinical Affairs, Dr. Dora Ann Mills.

‘Curriculum’, continued from page 1

We’re Flexible

Arlene Jackson will offer her more conven-tional book discussion course, Bring a Book to Breakfast–which will continue to meet at the Springvale Library; and Margaret Hey will make her Play Go game available also in Springvale. A title made urgently timely by world events–Islam–will be explored by a team of two of our popular veterans: the Rev. Don Smith and Brother Albert Heinrich.

A complete listing of curriculum course descriptions and registration form will be published mid August.

Rev. Smith, Br. Albert Team Up Books to be discussed in Arlene’s class:

A look back and a glance forward at my journey

with York County Senior College present pleasant memories and interesting possibilities in the future.

My introduction to YCSC came by way of a phone call about ten years ago. I was asked if I would be interested in facilitating a class in Writing Memoirs. Having said yes was cer-tainly a good decision. In all this time I have had the distinct plea-sue of meeting so many amazing people and hearing their wonderful stories. The variety of classes I have taken run the gamut from Shakespeare to Spirituality discoveries and discussions and so many other interesting and stimulating subjects. Serving on the Senior College Council and various committees has been time well spent.

View from the Top Back to the Classroom Still a Yearly Thrill

by Fleurette Bannon

‘Senior Moments’ is a publication of York County Senior College, affiliated with the University of Maine System, operating out of the University College of Saco and Sanford. It is mailed free to members of Senior College. It is also made available at libraries, senior centers, and is available to other interested persons upon request. Tel: 282-4030. A vol-unteer will return your call. Contributors to this edition: Fleurette Bannon, Fred Boyle, Elmer Brown, Gloria Day, Carol Doyle, Ginne Hebert, Cynthia Mowles, Design by Tracy Hargrove Editor—Ted Hargrove

Senior Moments

YCSC Calendar

Fall ClaSSeS Start–September 14

regiStration deadline: September 4

Spring ClaSSeS Start marCh 21

garY Sullivan memorial leCtureS 2016

Jan. 20–Feb. 17–marCh 16

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Bancroft, CarlsonNamed to Council

Fleurette

Participating in these varied activities aside from all the enrichment and stimulation has given me the best gift of all and that is meet-ing many new friends. Having been an educator in public schools throughout my entire working career, I have been fortunate to have summers off. As sum-mer waned every one of those years I be-gan being anxious and excited to go back to school. To my great delight that is still hap-pening because of Senior College. Glancing forward now, I am wondering about who the interesting folks will be mem-bers or my writing class this fall. As the new school year moves along, my hope is that we will continue to find new instructors. Our membership has been growing and hope is that more people will discover what a delight-ful experience York County Senior College membership and participation can be.

Three dedicated Council members, in-cluding one of the founders of YCSC,

have left our deliberative ruling body after distinguished service: Dick Lamb, former treasurer; Cynthia Renner, curriculum chairman; and Dr. Muriel Poulin. Muriel was one of three founders who launched this noble effort in 1999, and remained active in a variety of capacities–and always as the strict conservator of our institutional memory. Elected treasurer was David Howe, who joined the council last year. David has also been appointed to the Public Relations Committee and will pick up where Muriel left off as coordinator of the Speakers Bu-reau. Named to take over curriculum as co-chairmen were Dr. Cynthia Mowles of Saco, herself a past chairman of the Coun-cil, and Margaret A’Hearn, also of Saco, a veteran of the curriculum chair. Elected to the Council during the busi-ness meeting were Tom Bancroft of Saco and Jane Carlson of Biddeford. While individual committees are re-sponsible for specific aspects of the col-lege’s program, and since none claim exclu-sive expertise, advice and suggestions from any member are always welcome. Know of a potential guest lecturer? A potential course instructor? A potential new member? We are all volunteers dedicated to the enrichment of the community and our own intellectual pleasures. You can help.

closer to home after a year of that daily long round trip. Dan, himself no stranger to the highway, commutes from the home where he grew up in Auburn. There he was graduated from Ed-ward Little High and where, he, to this day, is heard over the internet spinning records through the night on WQRY 106.com. The Philbrick household includes his mother, wife Lyn and daughters, Kelsey and Katie aged 22 and 19–certainly being mis-taken for siblings of their youthful father. As director of this Saco academic unit, Dan is committed to fostering the developing trend in higher education, utilizing electron-

ic innovations that adapt readily to individual learning styles: live, on-line lectures, with no interaction with the instructor except later by phone; and becoming more popular, video conferencing, connecting students and in-structor in live discussion through the magic of electronics. Though such methods might be alien to our Senior College demographic Dan invites us to sit in on a class to get a feel for the fu-ture. And although this new job requires him to keep any number of balls in the air, Dan emphasizes his commitment to us, to guide us and help us any way possible–a commitment he has in his brief sojourn among us, already amply demonstrated. He’s astute enough as a PR practitioner to recognize that while he advocates for us, we are advocating for him–complementary partners devoted to the edu-cation of adult learners.

2015-16 Membership (Still only $25)(July 1, 2015-June 30, 2016)

Remember: You must be a member to enroll in classes

Name______________________________________Date______________

Address_____________________________________________________

City, State, Zip_______________________________________________

Telephone(s) Home______________________Cell__________________

E-Mail (please):______________________________________________

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A Visit to Knight–train Lane...Sanford Couple Finds Creative Fulfillment

Share the Joy of Learning and FellowshipBecome a Member

Method of PaymentMoney order

Check (payable to York County Senior College)

Please charge my:

Account Number

Expiration Date

Signature (required for credit card orders)

Security Code

York County Senior CollegeP.O. Box 1625Saco, ME 04072

They may be intellectual opposites, but the Knights of Sanford have been

closely attracted to each other since their meeting on the Orono campus more than 60 years ago–he a mechanical engineer, she, an English major. They bury their differences, though, through Senior College, immersing them-selves in a range of courses–whichever is most appealing to them each semester. She prefers something literary, he scientific; but they usually manage to meet somewhere in the middle and have successfully avoided divorce court. Since the decision to spend their retire-ment in Sanford, and subsequently discov-ering Senior College, the two have toured local industries, visited a number of Maine lighthouses, studied modern American his-tory, become acquainted with the mystique of wine and studied the intricacies of base-ball–among their ten classes. They look forward to perusing with open minds the offerings coming up in the fall and attending each of the winter lectures–which they never miss. Dallas and Eleanor Knight grew up, not worlds apart but far enough–he on Boston’s South Shore, she in Aroostook County. Her father was a school principal, so college for her was pre-ordained; Dal-las was able to attend after military service qualified him for the GI Bill.

The twain came together in Orono and have been together since. Dallas was gradu-ated in 1952, Eleanor, 1954. She has taught school and edited scholarly papers; he was an engineer for United Shoe

Machinery in Norwood, Mass. Together they raised two boys and two girls. Their careers behind them and their nest well emptied, like so many retirees embark-ing on a new leg of their journey, the Knights had a void to fill; and like increasing numbers of us, found the solution afforded by Senior College. Bridge partners Fred and Barbara Boyle introduced them to the program, which they have found invaluable in keeping their minds supple and in meeting many new friends. Complementing their college pursuits the Knights, particularly Dallas, the retired en-gineer, sustain an elaborate model railroad in their spacious Sanford basement–a fasci-nating network of eight narrow gauge trains that wind through towns and tunnels, across bridges and highway crossings. (As a volun-teer, he has also served as a docent on Amtrak’s Downeaster and the Portland narrow gauge; and he maintains a substantial library of train books.) And like the intricate pattern of their rail-road cars, the Knights keep moving, taking joy in their circuitous journey.

Adding to the uniqueness of YCSC is the Friday lunch, an hour-long break

between morning and afternoon classes in Springvale offering a happy weekly surprise masterminded by our organizational party planner, Selma Carlson. Assisting Selma again this year was Anne Lamb. The dishes offered each week come from the kitchens of generous members, and sometimes from Selma’s special purchases (think pizza). No set charge is exacted of partakers, but contributions are expected and money collected keeps the shelves stocked. Any surplus cash is turned over to the college at year’s end. As in most volunteer enterprises, ours sends out a plea for more participants: Selma can always use another willing hand, culinary experience not required.

Kudos to Selma, Anne

Continued from page 1Dan Touts Electronics at Saco Center

Model Couple–Dallas and Eleanor Knight have made Senior College a regular stop along their retirement journey. They’ve taken ten classes together and plan to take more.

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Warm Welcome–David Howe (l) greets speaker John Jensius at the annual luncheon. During the business meeting, David was named YCSC treasurer.

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YCSC emailinfo@yorkcountyseniorcollege.org

YCSC websitewww.yorkcountyseniorcollege.org

A look back and a glance forward at my journey

with York County Senior College present pleasant memories and interesting possibilities in the future.

My introduction to YCSC came by way of a phone call about ten years ago. I was asked if I would be interested in facilitating a class in Writing Memoirs. Having said yes was cer-tainly a good decision. In all this time I have had the distinct plea-sue of meeting so many amazing people and hearing their wonderful stories. The variety of classes I have taken run the gamut from Shakespeare to Spirituality discoveries and discussions and so many other interesting and stimulating subjects. Serving on the Senior College Council and various committees has been time well spent.

View from the Top Back to the Classroom Still a Yearly Thrill

by Fleurette Bannon

‘Senior Moments’ is a publication of York County Senior College, affiliated with the University of Maine System, operating out of the University College of Saco and Sanford. It is mailed free to members of Senior College. It is also made available at libraries, senior centers, and is available to other interested persons upon request. Tel: 282-4030. A vol-unteer will return your call. Contributors to this edition: Fleurette Bannon, Fred Boyle, Elmer Brown, Gloria Day, Carol Doyle, Ginne Hebert, Cynthia Mowles, Design by Tracy Hargrove Editor—Ted Hargrove

Senior Moments

YCSC Calendar

Fall ClaSSeS Start–September 14

regiStration deadline: September 4

Spring ClaSSeS Start marCh 21

garY Sullivan memorial leCtureS 2016

Jan. 20–Feb. 17–marCh 16

Page 2 Senior Moments Summer 2015

Bancroft, CarlsonNamed to Council

Fleurette

Participating in these varied activities aside from all the enrichment and stimulation has given me the best gift of all and that is meet-ing many new friends. Having been an educator in public schools throughout my entire working career, I have been fortunate to have summers off. As sum-mer waned every one of those years I be-gan being anxious and excited to go back to school. To my great delight that is still hap-pening because of Senior College. Glancing forward now, I am wondering about who the interesting folks will be mem-bers or my writing class this fall. As the new school year moves along, my hope is that we will continue to find new instructors. Our membership has been growing and hope is that more people will discover what a delight-ful experience York County Senior College membership and participation can be.

Three dedicated Council members, in-cluding one of the founders of YCSC,

have left our deliberative ruling body after distinguished service: Dick Lamb, former treasurer; Cynthia Renner, curriculum chairman; and Dr. Muriel Poulin. Muriel was one of three founders who launched this noble effort in 1999, and remained active in a variety of capacities–and always as the strict conservator of our institutional memory. Elected treasurer was David Howe, who joined the council last year. David has also been appointed to the Public Relations Committee and will pick up where Muriel left off as coordinator of the Speakers Bu-reau. Named to take over curriculum as co-chairmen were Dr. Cynthia Mowles of Saco, herself a past chairman of the Coun-cil, and Margaret A’Hearn, also of Saco, a veteran of the curriculum chair. Elected to the Council during the busi-ness meeting were Tom Bancroft of Saco and Jane Carlson of Biddeford. While individual committees are re-sponsible for specific aspects of the col-lege’s program, and since none claim exclu-sive expertise, advice and suggestions from any member are always welcome. Know of a potential guest lecturer? A potential course instructor? A potential new member? We are all volunteers dedicated to the enrichment of the community and our own intellectual pleasures. You can help.

closer to home after a year of that daily long round trip. Dan, himself no stranger to the highway, commutes from the home where he grew up in Auburn. There he was graduated from Ed-ward Little High and where, he, to this day, is heard over the internet spinning records through the night on WQRY 106.com. The Philbrick household includes his mother, wife Lyn and daughters, Kelsey and Katie aged 22 and 19–certainly being mis-taken for siblings of their youthful father. As director of this Saco academic unit, Dan is committed to fostering the developing trend in higher education, utilizing electron-

ic innovations that adapt readily to individual learning styles: live, on-line lectures, with no interaction with the instructor except later by phone; and becoming more popular, video conferencing, connecting students and in-structor in live discussion through the magic of electronics. Though such methods might be alien to our Senior College demographic Dan invites us to sit in on a class to get a feel for the fu-ture. And although this new job requires him to keep any number of balls in the air, Dan emphasizes his commitment to us, to guide us and help us any way possible–a commitment he has in his brief sojourn among us, already amply demonstrated. He’s astute enough as a PR practitioner to recognize that while he advocates for us, we are advocating for him–complementary partners devoted to the edu-cation of adult learners.

2015-16 Membership (Still only $25)(July 1, 2015-June 30, 2016)

Remember: You must be a member to enroll in classes

Name______________________________________Date______________

Address_____________________________________________________

City, State, Zip_______________________________________________

Telephone(s) Home______________________Cell__________________

E-Mail (please):______________________________________________

Page 3 Senior Moments Summer 2015

A Visit to Knight–train Lane...Sanford Couple Finds Creative Fulfillment

Share the Joy of Learning and FellowshipBecome a Member

Method of PaymentMoney order

Check (payable to York County Senior College)

Please charge my:

Account Number

Expiration Date

Signature (required for credit card orders)

Security Code

York County Senior CollegeP.O. Box 1625Saco, ME 04072

They may be intellectual opposites, but the Knights of Sanford have been

closely attracted to each other since their meeting on the Orono campus more than 60 years ago–he a mechanical engineer, she, an English major. They bury their differences, though, through Senior College, immersing them-selves in a range of courses–whichever is most appealing to them each semester. She prefers something literary, he scientific; but they usually manage to meet somewhere in the middle and have successfully avoided divorce court. Since the decision to spend their retire-ment in Sanford, and subsequently discov-ering Senior College, the two have toured local industries, visited a number of Maine lighthouses, studied modern American his-tory, become acquainted with the mystique of wine and studied the intricacies of base-ball–among their ten classes. They look forward to perusing with open minds the offerings coming up in the fall and attending each of the winter lectures–which they never miss. Dallas and Eleanor Knight grew up, not worlds apart but far enough–he on Boston’s South Shore, she in Aroostook County. Her father was a school principal, so college for her was pre-ordained; Dal-las was able to attend after military service qualified him for the GI Bill.

The twain came together in Orono and have been together since. Dallas was gradu-ated in 1952, Eleanor, 1954. She has taught school and edited scholarly papers; he was an engineer for United Shoe

Machinery in Norwood, Mass. Together they raised two boys and two girls. Their careers behind them and their nest well emptied, like so many retirees embark-ing on a new leg of their journey, the Knights had a void to fill; and like increasing numbers of us, found the solution afforded by Senior College. Bridge partners Fred and Barbara Boyle introduced them to the program, which they have found invaluable in keeping their minds supple and in meeting many new friends. Complementing their college pursuits the Knights, particularly Dallas, the retired en-gineer, sustain an elaborate model railroad in their spacious Sanford basement–a fasci-nating network of eight narrow gauge trains that wind through towns and tunnels, across bridges and highway crossings. (As a volun-teer, he has also served as a docent on Amtrak’s Downeaster and the Portland narrow gauge; and he maintains a substantial library of train books.) And like the intricate pattern of their rail-road cars, the Knights keep moving, taking joy in their circuitous journey.

Adding to the uniqueness of YCSC is the Friday lunch, an hour-long break

between morning and afternoon classes in Springvale offering a happy weekly surprise masterminded by our organizational party planner, Selma Carlson. Assisting Selma again this year was Anne Lamb. The dishes offered each week come from the kitchens of generous members, and sometimes from Selma’s special purchases (think pizza). No set charge is exacted of partakers, but contributions are expected and money collected keeps the shelves stocked. Any surplus cash is turned over to the college at year’s end. As in most volunteer enterprises, ours sends out a plea for more participants: Selma can always use another willing hand, culinary experience not required.

Kudos to Selma, Anne

Continued from page 1Dan Touts Electronics at Saco Center

Model Couple–Dallas and Eleanor Knight have made Senior College a regular stop along their retirement journey. They’ve taken ten classes together and plan to take more.

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Warm Welcome–David Howe (l) greets speaker John Jensius at the annual luncheon. During the business meeting, David was named YCSC treasurer.

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YCSC emailinfo@yorkcountyseniorcollege.org

YCSC websitewww.yorkcountyseniorcollege.org

–Serving All of York County Since 1999–

When You Hear it Thunder–Don’t Expect Pennies from Heaven

USM Marketer, DJ, New Senior College Advisor

Vol. XIII No. 1 A Publication of York County Senior College Saco/Sanford Summer 2015

Y C S CYork County Senior College

UMaine SystemSaco–Sanford

‘Learning as it should be: Life-long’

See ‘Dan’ page 2 Dan Philbrick

Senior MoMentS

‘Book–Movie,’ ‘Islam’ Courses to Debut in Fall

See ‘Curriculum,’ page 4

As a young man, Daniel K. Philbrick aspired to be an air traffic controller,

enrolling in airport management studies at Daniel Webster College. Prefering home cooking, however, he left to pursue a major in history at USM and a work-study program at the Port-land campus library. Which led him in 1989 to a position at the Gorham Li-brary, which he left in 1995 when he was commissioned to create a new post re-

sponsible for public relations and marketing at the USM Lewiston campus, which led to his elevation to director of communications. Whew. Now, Dan has become director of The University College at Saco, and we of York County Senior College, are under his wing. He moved into the new center in the Saco River Mall on March 19, replacing Erica Wat-son, a resident of Lewiston who took a job

There follows just a brief glimpse of the curriculum to be offered during the fall

semester starting the week of Sept. 14. Even as this preview was going to press wheels were turning to create more options for your pleasure. Stay tuned. Making its appearance in Saco after a well received debut in Springvale will be Food, Glorius Food, a movie course in which food plays an important role–an approach con-ceived by Cynthia Mowles; also making the trek north will be Fleurette Bannon’s per-petual winner, Writing Your Memoirs; Joan Mento again will offer her popular approach to Shakespeare; and Adele Millette, Medita-tion. Also in Saco, Carol Doyle will facilitate the popular panel, Great Decisions; Margaret

Hey will tease your brain with the fasscinat-ing Play Go; and Pat Wood will again mentor our artist community in Let’s Do Watercol-ors. David Moberg’s dedicated entourage, al-ways welcoming newcomers, will continue its artistic efforts in Springvale’s Open Art; and another new twist on movies dreamed up by Cynthia Mowles–Book–Film Discussion–will consider four books each followed the next week by a related film. These are to be presented by Jane Carlson, Gloria Day, Cyn-thia Renner and Ted Hargrove. Books to be discussed: The Girl with the Golden Earring, The Kite Runner, The Maltese Falcon and Cobb, by Al Stump.

When thunder roars, go indoors. Such was the advice given by John

Jensenius, featured speaker at the YCSC annual luncheon and business meeting, June 4 at the Ramada Inn in Saco attended by 102 members and guests. Jensenius is a lightning safety specialist and warning coordination meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Gray, Maine. Though seeking shelter indoors from lightning outdoors seems like common sense, myths about lightning and its prop-erties still exist; and among John’s myriad responsibilities is the eradication of such misconceptions.

Some things you should know: All thun-derstorms produce lightning and are danger-ous; lightning often strikes outside the area of heavy rain–even as far as ten miles from the rain; if you hear thunder, you are in danger.

Some things you should do: Get to a safe place–fully enclosed buildings with wiring and plumbing are best (sheds, picnic shelters, tents or covered porches do not offer protection); have a plan–i.e. know where to go in case of a storm; keep an eye on the weather and its warning signs. Some things you should not do: Don’t use a corded phone; don’t contact electrical equipment and wiring; don’t take a shower or use other plumbing; don’t go near isolated tall trees, towers or utility poles. John’s well-timed, sprightly presentation utilized striking visuals and flawless delivery while imparting a valuable lesson in surviv-al. His visit with us was arranged by David Howe.

Bear in mind: YCSC is flexible and accommodat-ing. if you can’t start the first week, start the second; if you must miss a class or three, come when you can–the teacher won’t make you stand in the corner. among our founding prin-ciples: eliminate all man-ner of potential stress.

Page 4 Senior Moments Summer 2015

From Its Simple Concept Winter Lecture Series Burgeons

Non-ProfitUS Postage Paid

Biddeford, ME04005

Permit # 128

Y C S CYork County Senior College

UMaine SystemSaco–Sanford

‘Learning as it should be: Life-long’

P.O. Box 1625Saco, ME 04072

It’s like icing on the cake, or probably more like the filling in a Boston cream pie: the

lecture series filling the gap between fall and spring semesters. What started as a modest interlude for those hardy seniors not taking refuge in warmer climes has burgeoned into a highly anticipated winter staple. Named in memory of the key figure in the founding of YCSC–Gary Sullivan, the series is cobbled together by Fred Boyle, a YCSC stalwart of council and classroom. Each winter offers three double-headers on three otherwise dismal days–one each in January, February and March. Each day’s program offers a morning and afternoon lec-ture preceeded by coffee and pastry time and sandwiched around a buffet lunch provided by the Brothers of Christian Instruction, who also provide the lecture hall.

The modest charge–usually about $25–covers the cost of the morning snack, mid-day meal and overhead. Speakers are not paid. Despite the low wage, Fred has been suc-cessful in securing a fulfilling range of inter-esting speakers with interesting things to say. The quest for speakers goes on–always, year ’round.

Other organizations and institutions can be fertile ground, but so can the check-out line in the market: the introduction to an old TV show declared, “There are 8 million people in New York, and each one of them has a story to tell.” Be alert to possibilities and tell Fred about them.

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Sanford Aide Retires,‘Gina’ Now Liaison

She was referred to as a guardian angel, keeping our instructors out of electron-ic trouble and rescuing those still stum-

bling over education’s modern amenities. She was Theresa Nelson, assistant direc-tor of Sanford’s Community Adult Educa-tion Department, who retired this year–”gracefully retired” to Florida, according to Georgina Hutchins. Georgina, SCAE ad-ministrative aide, is now YCSC’s liaison who coordinates classroom assignments, copying and those myriad matters that senior instruc-tors are heir to. Allen Lampert is director of SCAE, our weekly host at The Anderson Center to whom we are indebted.

Membership in a Maine Senior College grants the privilege of enrolling for

classes in any of the 17 in the state, from Fort Kent to York County, subject, of course, to payment of the tuition set by the individual college. Each of our York County classes costs $25; other colleges may differ. Included in the York County membership fee of $25 per fiscal year ( July 1-June 30) is a free luncheon at year’s end. This perk is extended to York County members only.

Luncheon a YCSC Perk

Or Current Resident

Sycamore Row by John Grisham; Wright Brothers by David McCullough; Fifth Gospel by Ian Caldwell; Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde; The Cho-sen by Chaim Potok; The Boys in the Boat by Daniel Brown; English Teacher by Lily Brown.

Diversity–Senior College lectures run the gamut–from dealing with scams to the Irish during the Civil War. Among this year’s lineup, introduced by Series Chairman Fred Boyle (l): auctioneer Floyd Hartford and UNE vice-president of Clinical Affairs, Dr. Dora Ann Mills.

‘Curriculum’, continued from page 1

We’re Flexible

Arlene Jackson will offer her more conven-tional book discussion course, Bring a Book to Breakfast–which will continue to meet at the Springvale Library; and Margaret Hey will make her Play Go game available also in Springvale. A title made urgently timely by world events–Islam–will be explored by a team of two of our popular veterans: the Rev. Don Smith and Brother Albert Heinrich.

A complete listing of curriculum course descriptions and registration form will be published mid August.

Rev. Smith, Br. Albert Team Up Books to be discussed in Arlene’s class: