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Summer 2016 Vol. 21 Number 4

Course GuideOsher Lifelong Learning Institute

Destination Learning (a.k.a. Oh the places you’ll go!)by Sandra Stevenson, Executive Director

You’ve heard of destination weddings? In the summer, OLLI at the University of Minnesota embraces “destination learning.” After months of being cooped up, members are ready to get out and about, and OLLI course leaders stand ready to meet the challenge. Course offerings reflect this summertime mood, featuring dozens of tours, trips, and excursions.

A quick glance as you turn the pages of the Course Guide offers a glimpse of the fascinating experiences that await. You’ll see courses such as the Tangletown Neighborhood Walking Tour, Minneapolis Streetcar Museum, Ethnic Markets of the Twin Cities, Lyceum at The Landing, Minnesota Military Museum, Shakespeare in Winona, Fort Ripley, and on and on…

Can’t get enough art, architecture, or film? The Twin Cities brims over with summer experiences in these areas. Join the Minneapolis Warehouse Historic District Walking Tour, Films of Robert L. Lippert Productions, The DrowsyChaperone, Hats: A History of KeepingOne’s Head, Upstairs/Downstairs, India’sTextiles, and of course, the ever-popularSummer @ Mia: Understanding andAppreciating Contemporary Art.

Are you up for a new experience? All aboard the light rail! The How to Ride the Light Rail course will be expertly led by Metro Transit Authority staff. There is no need to go it alone when this course offers a “show and experience” that will help you feel comfortable and confident when next you hop on the light rail.

Do you want to soak up a little Vitamin D while you learn more about the natural world? Look for the Showy Lady’s Slipper and Blooming Prairie tours at the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden & Bird Sanctuary and the Tour the Gardens of Master Gardeners course, to mention but a few.

Have you always wanted to stroll through the historic buildings of the University campus and were just waiting for the right opportunity? The “U” really shines in the summer as we take in these major venues: Williams Arena, Mariucci and Ridder Ice Arenas, and TCF Bank Stadium. These tours were offered last summer and are back by popular demand.

If more cerebral stimulation is required, let OLLI convey you through the summer with courses such as Churchill: The Life of Leadership; Night of Terror: D-Day Remembered; Stunde

Null: Holocaust and Memory after 1945; and Abraham Lincoln: The American Man of Sorrows.

As you peruse all the summer opportunities listed in the Course Guide, remember the timeless words of Dr. Seuss: “Out there things can happen and frequently do, to people as brainy and footsy as you.”

SUMMER TERM ALLOCATIONSee the inside back cover of this Course

Guide for detailed instructions

Course Request Period Two Weeks

May 2–16, 4:00 p.m., 2016

When you recieve the Course Guide, you can begin to request courses online or by mail.

List your course requests in order of priority: four courses for Basic member: six for Plus members.

You can add courses or change your priorities at any time during this period. To remove courses, email or call the OLLI office.

Allocation Period Three days, May 17–19, 2016

Course requests are processed in order of member priority choices.

If a course is oversubscribed (too many requests), a computer algorithm will randomly assign available seats and create a waitlist.

Members cannot add or remove courses, or change priorities.

Course confirmations are sent to members the evening of May 19.

Allocation Registration Period Seven days, May 20–27, 2016

Members may register for additional courses with available seating on a first come, first serve basis.

You may take as many additional courses as desired, regardless of membership level.

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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

It has been a non-stop year for me and for OLLI. I’ve come to understand that members connect to OLLI in a wide variety of ways. Some come primarily for the learning, some for the social opportunities and a small few for the opportunity to serve. OLLI benefits from all these interests but maybe a little bit

more from those who want to help. We lost a champion this year, and a faithful servant.

Barbara Whalen, our Finance Committee Chair, passed away as the result of a tragic accident. She cared deeply about lifelong learning and deeply about OLLI. In one of her reflective moments she told me that she liked being involved in governance even more than in SIGs and classes. OLLI benefitted from Barbara’s preferred connection to OLLI.

This year I would like to give a shout-out to this small group. Some have passed, some can no longer continue, and some soldier on. Let us each give a silent thank you to those who have made a huge difference to OLLI.

I would also like to thank all of you who have leaned into the winds of change with me. It has been a wondrous two and a half years. Thank you all members, volunteers, and staff who have hung in there through a time of change. My sincerest hope is that OLLI will keep what is good and change in ways that will make it better in the coming years.By Jeanette Sobania, President, OLLI Board of Directors

Course Leaders, Conveners, and Course Development Team MembersKathy Allen, JB Andersen, Dale Anderson, Kay Anderson, Neil Anderson, Rolf Anderson, Woody Andrews, Marcia Aubineau, Tom Balcom, Gene Bard, Edward (Jack) Bardon, Carrie Bassett, Susan Baxter, Nell Bean, Steve Benson, Odell Bjerkness, Adam Blackler, Peter Blewett, Walt Blue, Brian Boettcher, Lynn Bolnick, Margaret Borg, Irwin Boris, Paula Bramante, Aviva Breen, David Bucheck, Ann Buran, Robert Calgren, Vernon Cardwell, Gary Charles, Susan Charles, Donald Christensen, Mike Clark, Benjamin Coburn, Zachary Colby, Nancy Copeland, Larry Crawford, Stephen Daniel, Kirsten Dawson, Pat Deckas Becerra, Liz Dodson, Pamela Elliott, Thomas Emmert, Katherine Erdman, Ted Farmer, Lawrence

Farrar, Linda Feist, George Feldhamer, Jason Fenton, Darlene Forrest, Leonard Freeman, William Freiert, Richard Fuller, William Goetz, Pat Greene, Ted Greenfield, Edward Griffin, Peg Guilfoyle, Gary Hanson, Jeannie Hanson, Duchess Harris, Nancy Heinerscheid, Trish Herbert, William Howard, Kay Jaglo-Joseph, Maggie Jensen, Donald Clay Johnson, Gini Johnson, Roger Johnson, Alan Kagan, Richard Kain, Takehito Kamata, Dennis Kane, Dorothy Lamberton, Louis Lavoie, Shirley Leckie Reed, John Lindstrom, Jim Loeffler, Cathy Manning, Merritt Marquardt, Jim Martin, Dorothy McClung, Robert McGeachie, M.J. McGregor, Kay Miller, Erik Moore, Susan Mundale, IricNathanson, Bonnie Nelson, Charles Nelson, Connie Nelson,Bruce Nordstrom-Loeb, Stephen O’Connor, Tom O’Toole,Margaret O`Brien, Scott Olson, Michael Ormond, ConnieOsterbaan, Don Ostrom, Meryll Page, Steven Pine, ChristinePodas-Larson, John Ransom, Don Renner, Keith Roberts, CalvinRoetzel, Tom Rooney, Jack Rossmann, Marty Rossmann, AnitaRuth, Peter Sammond, John Satorius, Neala Schleuning, EmilyShapiro, Amir-Pouyan Shiva, David Shupe, Jenzi Silverman,Lonni Skrentner, Paul Solon, Bob Solotaroff, Beth Staats, E.John Staba, Carla Steen, Jack Stuart, Marghe Tabar, Ron Tabar,Susan Tanner, Robert Tapp, Diana Thottungal, John Toren,Al Trostel, Elaine Tucker, Carol Veldman Rudie, CatherineVesley, David von Weiss, Bill Walker, Ann Walker Smalley,Doug Wallace, David Walsh, Gil Ward, Gabriel Weisberg,Peter Weisensel, Henry West, Karen West, Rolf Westgard, JayWetmore, Gary White, Shirley White Pearl, Susan Wilkins,Charlotte Williams, Karl Willson, Winnifred Winkelman, JanetWoolman, Pat Wuest, Derek Young

SIG Leaders, Course Assistants, Board Members, Committee Members, and OthersJane Abts, Arlene Alm, Barbara Amram, Kay Anderson, Kate Anderson, Sharon Anderson, Nancy Anderson, Kathy Ball, Gene Bard, Frank Barnwell, Carrie Bassett, Nella Bean, Steve Benson, Odell Bjerkness, Peter Blewett, Lynn Bolnick, Penny Bond, Karen Boyum, Helen Brooks, Dave Bucheck, Jerome Burdorf, Barb Burleigh, Andrea Canter, Katherine Carney, Ron Chamberlain, Yuen Chou, Jack Christensen, Kathy Christofell, Kay Cooper, Nancy Copeland, Carole Cranbrook, Marilyn David, Joe De La Cova, Lynn Dekker, Dot Delegard, Joan Delich, Liz Dodson, Knowles Dougherty, Kahty Dristas, Jerry Edwards, Lois Edwards, Osman Eldahary, Paul Ellinger, Elizabeth Everett, Fran Felix, Geoffrey Ferster, Ruth Fingerson, Pat Fishel,

20 Years of Volunteering

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Course Guide Summer 2016 June 6 – June 30

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Tom Flynn, Darlene Forrest, Nancy Garland, Roxane Gudeman, Howard Guthmann, Dolores Gutierrez, Pat Hagerty, Michele Hajek, Peggy Hall, Cherie Hamilson, Jeannie Hanson, Jack Harkness, Jim Hart, Shawn Hartfeldt, Gerry Hartman, Linda Havir, Mary Hegge, Marlyce Helm, Judith Hibbard, Sandra Hirsh, Joanne Holkestad, Judy Hoover, Janice Hoppe, Jerri Jenkins, Sylvia Johnson, Roger Johnson, Hugh Jones, Kay Joseph, Judy Karon, Colleen Kennealy, Mary Kenney, Faye Knowles, Terry Korupp, Janet Kramer, Juli Kroening, Nancy L. Anderson, Jeanne Labore, Jane Lafroth, Jan Lane, Marcia Larson, Patti Lazarus, Diane Lindgren, Jim Loeffler, Laurie Lykken, Mike Lynch, Finette Magnuson, Ginny Mahlum, Virginia Mahlum, Merritt Marquardt, Marcia Marshall, Marilyn Martin, Barbara Mason, Dorothy Mcclung, Sylvia Mccollor, Edie Meissner, Sharon Miller, Mary Morris, Christine Morris, Susan Mundale, Barbara Nelson, Chuck Nelson, Bonnie Nelson, Lois Nordling, Margaret O’Brien, Sue O’Brien, Georgia O’Hara, Connie Osterbaan, Ann Osterhus, Florence Ostrom, Lanie Paymar, Colleen Person, Pixie Pixler, Ginny Quattlebaum, Judy Remington, Keith Roberts, Jack Rossmann, Lesley Rylander, Carolyn Sayers, John Schaefer, Susan Schonfeld, Donna Scudder, Andrew Selden, Emily Shapiro, Daniel Shapiro, Jenni Silverman, Lonnie Skrentner, Jill Smith, Meredith Smith, Diane Smith, Bill Smith, Jeanette Sobania, Carolyn Sorensen, Ellen Sovik, Mary Lou Spann, Vivian Steblay, Marghe Tabar, Ron Tabar, Deborah Tabert, Dave Tabert, John Tancabel, Sharon Thronson, Al Trostel, Vince Trotta, Kathy Tuzzolino, Leo Verrett, Susan Verrett, Paul Von, Carla Waldemar, Betty Wallien, Constance Waterous, Eric Watkins, Dennis West, Elizabeth Young, Eleanor Zwiers

Community Partner Sites1666 Coffman, Artistry at the Bloomington Center for the Arts, Banfill-Locke Center For The Arts, Becketwood, Brookview Community Center, Calhoun Isles, Calvary Center Cooperative, Covenant Village, Crystal Community Center, Eastman Nature Center, Elm Creek Park Reserve, Edina Senior Center, Elm Creek Park Reserve, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, Falcon Heights City Hall, First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, Folkstone, Friendship Village of Bloomington, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Gramercy Park Cooperative at Lake Shore Drive, Gustavus Adolphus College, Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory, Hennepin County Library–Augsburg Park Library, Hennepin County Library–Brookdale, Hennepin County Library–Ridgedale, Hennepin County Library–Southdale, Johanna Shores, Jungle Theater, Knollwood Place Apartments (on the Sholom Campus), Lakewood Cemetery, Lenox Community Center, Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minnehaha Falls Park, Minnesota History Center, Minnesota Streetcar

Museum, Orchestra Hall, Park Square Theatre, Parkshore Senior Campus, Penumbra Theatre, Plymouth Congregational Church, Ramsey County Library–Roseville, Realife Cooperative of West St Paul, Richfield Community Center, Ridgedale YMCA, Roseville Lutheran Church, Sabathani Community Center, Sabes Jewish Community Center, Sholom East Campus, Somali Artifact & Cultural Museum, St. Paul JCC, Stout’s Island Lodge, Sundin Music Hall, The Gardens at Episcopal Homes, The Kenwood, The Landing: Minnesota River Heritage Park, The Legacy of St. Anthony, The Museum of Russian Art, The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis, U of M–Campus Club, U of M– Carlson School of Management, U of M–Elmer L. Andersen Library, U of M–Ferguson Hall, U of M–James Ford Bell Library, U of M–Les Bolstad Golf Course, U of M–Mariucci Arena, U of M–McNeal Hall–Goldstein Museum of Design, U of M– Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, U of M–Nolte Center, U of M - Rarig Center, U of M–TCF Bank Stadium, U of M–Williams Arena, U of M–Wilson Library Lab, Unity Church Unitarian, Walker Art Center, Walker Methodist Place

DonorsMargaret Alldredge, Adrian Almquist, Nell Bean, Stephen Benson, Carmi Bleifuss, Penny Bond, Helen Brooks, Mary Coddington, Gail Coffler, William Dustin, Ellen Etzkin, Ted Farmer, The K Foundation, Berna French, Greta Garmers, General Mills Foundation, Gerald Gilchrist, Marie Goblirsch, Rosemary Graham, Howard Guthmann, Patricia Hagerty, Nancy Harris, Lois Hendricks, Suzanne Herberg, Sandra Hirsh, Cheryl Houle, Roger and Ginny Johnson, Jeremiah Kearney, Joanne Kendall, Donald Kenney, Joseph Kuznik, Michael Maratsos, Florence Myslajek, Gerald Peterson, Roger Ricketts, David Ruch, Peter Sammond, Mary Schultz, Glenn and Donna Scudder, Emily Shapiro, James Sherman, Rebecca Shockley, Jeanette Sobania, Sharon Soike, Sandra Stevenson, Sheila Summerfield, Thomas Swain, Edwin Thiede, Parker Trostel, Joyce Wascoe, Eric Watkins, Rolf Westgard, Penny Winslow

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OLLI Course Guide is a publication of

the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute of

the University of Minnesota, providing

learning opportunities under the guidance

of its members

Special Accommodation: OLLI is committed to providing equal access to its programs. If you have vision, hearing, or mobility problems that may interfere with your full participation in our courses and/or activities, please call the OLLI office at 612-624-7847, to request accommodation.

Managing Editor: Taki Andrianakos

Copy Editors: Bonnie Anderson, Carmi Bleifuss, Ann Coates, Ginette Friesen, Sandra Stevenson

Photos: Judy Remington

You are never too old to set another goal or to dream

a new dream.

- C.S. Lewis


University of Minnesota

McNamara Alumni Center

200 Oak Street SE, Suite 250

Minneapolis, MN 55455

612-624-7847 [email protected]

You Are Cordially

Invited To Attend

OLLI’s

2016Annual

Meeting

Join us for light refreshments as we bring OLLI members together for the final event

of the year. Help us celebrate OLLI accomplishments

from the 2015–2016 year and welcome the Board of Directors for 2016–2017.

Registration details to follow.

DATE: Tuesday, June 14th

TIME: 1:00–3:00 pm

LOCATION: St. Maron’s Cedars Hall 602 University Ave. NE

Minneapolis 55413

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MONDAY

ARTSCourses Catalog Page Sessions Start Date Start Time End Time

10090 Orson Welles – Cinema Magic 8 4 6/6/2016 9:30AM 12:00PM

10086 Last Laugh 8 4 6/6/2016 12:30PM 3:00PM

10092 Visualizing Utopia: A History of Soviet Art–Presentation 8 4 7/11/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

SOCIAL SCIENCESCourses Catalog Page Sessions Start Date Start Time End Time

30113 How Violence Fails 12 2 6/6/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

30115 African History to Colonialism 12 4 6/6/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

30112 Author Talk: The Wedding Heard ‘Round the World 13 1 6/13/2016 6:30PM 8:00PM

30107 Churchill: The Life of Leadership 13 3 8/22/2016 8:00AM 5:00PM

TOURSCourses Catalog Page Sessions Start Date Start Time End Time

50009 Mariucci and Ridder Ice Arenas Tour 15 1 6/6/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50021 Beyond Bollywood: Indian Americans Shape the Nation 15 1 6/6/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50018 Minnesota Military Museum and Fort Ripley Tour 16 1 6/20/2016 8:00AM 5:00PM

50019 Ukraine in Minneapolis 16 1 6/27/2016 8:00AM 5:00PM

50010 Tangletown Neighborhood Walking Tour 16 1 6/27/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

TUESDAY


10087 Author Talk: Wild About Architecture with Bette Hammel 9 1 6/14/2016 6:30PM 8:00PM

10091 Shakespeare in Winona 8 3 7/19/2016 8:00AM 5:00PM

10095 The Drowsy Chaperone 9 2 8/23/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

PHYSICAL SCIENCESCourses Catalog Page Sessions Start Date Start Time End Time

20044 Energy Sources, Technologies, and Policy Options 11 4 6/7/2016 10:00AM 12:00PM

20045 Chemical Biology at the U of M, Part 3: Chemistry to Modern Medicine: Changing the way we “dye”€€

11 1 8/16/2016 10:00AM 12:00PM

20004 Big Water Bugs: Pond Macroinvertebrates and Water Quality 11 1 6/14/2016 1:00PM 3:30PM

Courses by Day of Week and CategoryAll information in this catalog is subject to change. Courses may be canceled due to circumstances beyond our control including but not limited to low enrollment, inclement weather or Course Leader issues. All changes/updates will be sent via email through the Up-to-Dater.

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30114 The Age of Genius 13 2 6/7/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM

30057 How We Got to Ferguson 13 4 6/7/2016 10:00 AM 11:30AM

MULTI-CATEGORYCourses Catalog Page Sessions Start Date Start Time End Time

40003 TED Talks we Watch, Listen and Discuss 15 2 6/7/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM


50012 Quaking Bog Tour–Tour 1 16 1 6/7/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50012 Quaking Bog Tour–Tour 2 16 1 6/7/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM

50020 Minneapolis Warehouse Historic District Walking Tour 16 1 6/7/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50014 Minneapolis Neighborhoods: Minneapolis Streetcar Museum 17 1 6/28/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50003 Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden History Tour 17 1 8/23/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

WEDNESDAY


10089 An Inside Look at the Northrop Dance Season 9 1 6/8/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

10043 India’s Textiles 9 5 6/8/2016 12:15PM 1:45PM

10088 Le Switch by Philip Dawkins 9 2 6/22/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

10092 Visualizing Utopia: A History of Soviet Art–Tour 1 10 1 7/13/2016 10:30AM 12:00PM

10092 Visualizing Utopia: A History of Soviet Art–Tour 2 10 1 7/13/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM

10094 Summer @ Mia: Understanding and Appreciating Contemporary Art 10 4 7/13/2016 2:15PM 3:45PM


20027 The Amazing Slime Molds! 12 1 6/15/2016 1:00PM 3:00PM


30109 Abraham Lincoln: The American Man of Sorrows 14 1 5/25/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM

30116 Humanity and Does Society Have a Conscience? 14 4 6/8/2016 10:30AM 12:00PM

30063 Lyceum at The Landing: Exploring Early Minnesota History 13 3 6/8/2016 1:00PM 3:00PM

30110 Night of Terror: D-Day Remembered 14 1 6/8/2016 2:00PM 3:30PM

30111 Stunde Null: Holocaust and Memory after 1945 14 7 6/15/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

30118 Untold Stories about Nuclear War 14 1 8/17/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM


50016 Ethnic Markets of the Twin Cities 17 4 6/8/2016 10:30AM 12:00PM

Courses by Day of Week and Category Continued

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THURSDAY


10093 Hats: A History of Keeping One’s Head 10 1 6/9/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

10085 Upstairs, Downstairs 10 4 6/9/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM

10096 Films of Robert L. Lippert Productions 10 7 6/9/2016 1:00PM 2:30PM




20043 Exploring the Past and Our Universe 12 4 6/9/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM


30117 Icelandic Culture through Film 15 6 6/16/2016 10:00AM 12:00PM


50011 Showy Lady's Slipper Tour–Tour 1 17 1 6/9/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50011 Showy Lady's Slipper Tour–Tour 2 17 1 6/9/2016 12:30PM 2:00PM

50008 Williams Arena History Tour 17 1 6/16/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50013 Blooming Prairie Tour 18 1 8/18/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

FRIDAY


10097 Writing Nature Haiku 11 1 6/17/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM




50007 Metro Transit–How to Ride Light Rail–Section 1 (Target Field Station) 18 1 6/10/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50017 TCF Bank Stadium Tour 18 1 6/10/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50007 Metro Transit-How to Ride Light Rail–Section 2 (Fairview Station) 18 1 6/17/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

50015 Tour the Gardens of Master Gardeners 18 4 6/17/2016 10:00AM 11:30AM

SATURDAY


50022 Extra Innings - A Target Field Experience 18 1 8/13/2016 2:00PM 10:00PM

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ARTSThis category includes: literature, music, performing arts, film, architecture, and visual art.

MONDAYS

10090 Orson Welles – Cinema MagicAfter success in the theater and radio, Orson Welles launched a filmmaking career inside and outside Hollywood that is unique for its bravura acting performances, intriguing narratives of search and conflict, and innovative techniques in sound, lighting, editing, and cinematography. To celebrate the Welles centenary, you will enjoy Welles’ distinctive storytelling style by screening four of his best films along with notable excerpts, as you discuss his singular place in American cinema. Seats: 25Larry Crawford is an OLLI member and film buff4 sessions, Mondays, June 6–27, 9:30 am–12:00 pm, The Gardens at Episcopal Homes, Theater, 1860 University Ave. W, St. Paul, MN 55104

10086 Last LaughNo one gets out alive, so let’s share a chuckle.June 6 – Bernie (1:39)June 13 – Death Becomes Her (1:44)June 20 – Death at a Funeral (1:36)June 27 – Up (1:36)Seats: 30Bonnie Nelson, retired humanities educator and OLLI member4 sessions, Mondays, June 6–27, 12:30–3:00 pm, The Kenwood, The Kramer Room, 825 Summit Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403

TUESDAYS

10091 Shakespeare in WinonaAgain this summer, Winona is the midwestern mecca for Shakespeare enthusiasts. The Great River Shakespeare Festival (GRSF), now in its 13th season, will call Winona home from July 19 to July 21. You will tour the Winona Marine Museum and attend two GRSF performances, Shakespeare’s As You Like It, and Georama, a new musical with a Mississippi River theme. Accommodations will be at the elegant new Charmant Hotel, in nearby LaCrosse. The Charmant, which opened in 2015, is an adaptive reuse of a Victorian-era chocolate factory. You will have access to a special hotel rate for OLLI members when you make your own reservations. The cost of your hotel, meals, and theater tickets are your responsibility. Tickets can be purchased by accessing a bloc of tickets reserved for OLLI. You will register for this excursion through OLLI’s new registration process. After your registration has been confirmed, you will be asked to pay a fee of up to $160, depending on enrollment, to cover coach transportation to/from and during your stay in Winona. Excluding the transportation fee, your cost for hotel accommodations (double occupancy), meals and theater tickets will be about $350. For more information, contact Iric Nathanson at [email protected] 612-789-7337, ext 814. Seats: 30 Course Fee: $160 (approx)Iric Nathanson, local history and neighborhood issues writer and lecturer, author of Minneapolis in the Twentieth Century, the Growth of an American City, OLLI member3 sessions, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, July 19–21, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Charmant Hotel, 101 State St., La Crosse, WI 54601

Summer 2016 Course Guide June 6 – June 30All information in this catalog is subject to change. All changes/updates are sent via email through the Up-to-Dater.

HOW COURSES ARE LISTED:Course are listed by category, day of the week, start date and time of day. Some courses meet outside of the regular four-week schedule. Please pay particular attention to session dates listed. See How to Request Courses on page 23.

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10095 The Drowsy ChaperoneJoin Music Director Anita Ruth and Director/Choreographer Michael Matthew Ferrell for a behind-the-scenes look at Artistry’s production. When a man suffering from “non-specific sadness” puts on a record of his favorite musical, the story’s characters sing and dance their way right into his apartment. A cheeky love letter to the musicals of the Jazz Age, The Drowsy Chaperone is filled with sweeping dance numbers and all-out delight from beginning to end. The production runs August 13 through September 11; tickets available at 952-563-8575 or artistrymn.org. Seats: 50Anita Ruth, music director, Artistry2 sessions, Tuesdays, Aug. 23 and Sep. 6, 10:00–11:30 am, Artistry at the Bloomington Center for the Arts, Council Chambers, 1800 W Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN 55431

10087 Author Talk: Wild About Architecture with Bette HammelCalling all architecture buffs! Architectural journalist Bette Hammel will recount personal tales of her adventures interviewing Minnesota architects and “starchitects” Frank Gehry, Cesar Pelli, and William Pedersen. In 1970, Bette met and married the love of her life, architect Dick Hammel, and soon switched her focus from advertising copywriting to architectural journalism. Now in her 90s, Hammel is the author of four books, including Legendary Homes of Lake Minnetonka. Seats: 40John Knuass, librarian, Hennepin County Library1 session, Tuesday, June 14, 6:30–8:00 pm, Hennepin County Library, Plymouth, Meeting Room, 15700 36th Ave. N, Plymouth, MN 55446

WEDNESDAYS

10088 Le Switch by Philip DawkinsMarriage equality finally reaches the U.S. and commitment-shy David finds himself unsure how to react to the nation’s honeymoon phase. Nervous in the face of “wedding fever,” he retreats to his home full of unopened books and his grieving activist roommate. When his best friend’s bachelor party takes him to Montreal, he’s unexpectedly swept off his feet by a beautiful young florist. David and his non-traditional family must decide for themselves what it really means to be committed, to be married, and what it means to be queer. Join guest director Jeremy Cohen for the first bookend, and cast members during the second. Le Switch runs June 17 to July 31 at the Jungle Theater. Box Office: 612-822-7063 Seats: 75Deb Sand, group sales managerJeremy Cohen, producing artistic director at The Playwrights’ Center and guest director at the Jungle Theater2 sessions, Wednesdays, June 22 and July 13, 10:00–11:30 am, Jungle Theater, 2951 Lyndale Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55408

10089 An Inside Look at the Northrop Dance SeasonDo you sometimes wonder how the artists that appear on the Northrop stage are chosen? Director Christine Tschida offers an inside look at putting together the season lineup. The presentation will focus on the hows, whys, and wherefores of the planning process, with a detailed explanation of the challenges, and the curatorial impulse behind the selection process. There will be sample videos of upcoming presentations with time for Q and A, and an opportunity to present your own performance “Wish List.” Seats: 50Christine Tschida, director of Northrop, has a 40-year history in arts administration, including several years as an agent for dance in New York.1 session, Wednesday, June 8, 10:00–11:30 am, U of M, Northrop Memorial Auditorium, Seminar Room, 84 Church St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

10043 India’s TextilesDiscover the distinctive, handcrafted, textile types in India and their cultural significance.Seats: 10Donald Clay Johnson, former curator, Ames Library of South Asia, U of M5 sessions, Wednesdays, June 8–July 6, 12:15–1:45 pm, U of M, McNamara Alumni Center, Benson Classroom #235, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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10094 Summer @ Mia: Understanding and Appreciating Contemporary ArtWhen observing contemporary art, do you ever say to yourself, “I don’t get it! What did the artist expect me to see or understand? Why does this work belong in a museum? Who decides?” Join us this summer at Mia to discuss these questions and decide for yourself what you think of contemporary visual art. Discuss artworks from around the world on view in Mia’s galleries and in several special exhibitions. Find refuge from July’s heat and join us! Seats: 40Emily Shapiro and Kay Miller, docents at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and OLLI members4 sessions, Wednesdays, July 13–Aug. 3, 2:15–3:45 pm, Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55404

10092 Visualizing Utopia: A History of Soviet ArtExplore art’s purpose in relation to the coming of utopia after the Russian Revolution led first to the triumph of the Avant Garde and then to the rediscovery of Realism. Artistic dialog, however, did not die with what looks like a visual consensus. Explore that ongoing conversation through the art pieces produced. Be prepared with background for your tour of the exhibit currently at the Museum of Russian Art. By choosing a tour, you are automatically enrolled in the lecture. Seats: 120Carol Veldman Rudie, lead docent and coordinator of outreach education, Museum of Russian Art Presentation, Monday, July 11, 10:00–11:30 am, Southdale Library, Full Meeting Room, 7001 Ave. S, Edina, MN 55435

Tour 1, Wednesday, July 13, 10:30 am–12:00 pm Tour 2, Wednesday, July 13, 12:30–2:00 pmTour 3, Thursday, July 14, 10:30 am–12:00 pmTour 4, Thursday, July 14, 12:30–2:00 pmTour 5, Friday, July 15, 10:30 am–12:00 pmTour 6, Friday, July 15, 12:30–2:00 pm

$7 admission required (payable to the museum) or a current museum membership

Museum of Russian Art, 5500 Stevens Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55419

THURSDAYS

10093 Hats: A History of Keeping One’s HeadHats are an integral part of fashion history and cultural identity all over the world. Sometimes hats bestow power to the wearer; other times they are purely utilitarian. Join us in taking a closer look at a selection of hats from the collection of the Goldstein Museum of Design in the College of Design at the U of M. Look at women’s hats from western culture and examples from around the world. Seats: 25Jean McElvain, assistant curator, Goldstein Museum of Design, Goldstein Museum of Design1 session, Thursday, June 9, 10:00–11:30 am, U of M, McNeal Hall, Goldstein Museum of Design, Room 274, 1985 Buford Ave., St. Paul, MN 55455

10085 Upstairs, DownstairsIf you’re suffering from Downton Abbey withdrawal, commiserate while we watch the original Edwardian soap. Episodes 9 – 16 Seats: 25Bonnie Nelson, retired humanities educator and OLLI member4 sessions, Thursdays, June 9–30, 12:30–2:00 pm, The Kenwood, The Kramer Room, 825 Summit Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403

10096 Films of Robert L. Lippert ProductionsIndependent Hollywood film producer Robert L. Lippert began making films in the late 1940s through the middle 1950s. Lippert died in 1976. He gave directors like Samuel Fuller and Charles Marquis Warren their starts. While many of his pictures were routine and did not win any Academy Awards they all made a profit and were accepted by the public. The following seven movie titles will be shown via a 16mm film projector in the order they were made. Trivia discussions will be held after viewing each film

1 – Shep Comes Home (1949) Robert Lowery 62 min.2 – Rimfire (1949) James Millican 65 min.3 – Deputy Marshall (1949) Jon Hall 73 min.4 – Call of the Forest (1949) Ken Curtis 57 min.5 – Marshal of Heldorado (1950) Russell Hayden 55 min.6 – Gunfire (1950) Donald Barry 59 min.7 – Holiday Rythm (1950) Mary Beth Hughes 60 min.

Seats: 25Don Wilkie, retired, 16mm film collector and movie buff, OLLI member7 sessions, Thursdays, June 9–July 21, 1:00–2:30 pm, Applewood Pointe Bloomington, Great Room, 8341 Lyndale Ave. S, Bloomington, MN 55420

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10097 Writing Nature HaikuYou don’t have to be Shakespeare here. Anyone can write a haiku. After a general intro to these three-line poems (5, 7, 5 syllables, respectively), we’ll read some classic Japanese and some contemporary haiku. After that, step outside or sit next to a window for inspiration. Next: write one. Then, if you like, share it for comments and discussion. Optional writing retreat to the North Shore: Aug. 4–6 (two nights). Instructor has taught this class several times elsewhere.Seats: 30Jeannie Hanson, OLLI member whose career has been largely as a professional writer and writing coach.1 session, Friday, June 17, 10:00–11:30AM, Hennepin County Library-Edina, Meeting Room, 5280 Grandview Square, Edina, MN 55436

PHYSICAL SCIENCESThis category includes: medicine, biology, physics, chemistry, cosmology, nature and environment, technology, wellness, and archaeology.

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20044 Energy Sources, Technologies, and Policy OptionsTake a look at the current, emerging, and long-term energy technologies available for us today. Examine coal, petroleum, natural gas, hydro, wind, solar, geothermal, nuclear fission, nuclear fusion, and others. The goal is to understand how the technologies work, their interactions, advantages and disadvantages relative to one another, and related issues such as energy storage and security. Focus will be on science, engineering, and economics rather than ideology and hype. Discussion will include consequences for global climate change and government policy options, both U.S. and global. Seats: 50Lockwood Carlson, Renier Chair in Technological Leadership, U of M, retired 3M corporate scientist.4 sessions, Tuesdays, June 7–28, 10:00 am–12:00 pm, U of M, McNamara Alumni Center, Benson Classroom #235, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

20004 Big Water Bugs: Pond Macroinvertebrates and Water QualityYou would be amazed at the diversity of life under the surface of a pond. Identify the crustaceans, arachnids, and insects that you can collect. Use microscopes and other technology to sort and examine them in detail. Focus on basic classification and examine the structural and behavioral adaptations that allow these creatures to thrive. In addition, you will learn about how invertebrate sampling can be one of our most powerful tools for determining the health of our waterways. Seats: 15 Course Fee: $5Elaine Tucker, interpretive naturalist. BA biology, MA teaching, 15 years’ experience in the field, a lifetime of interest in insects1 session, Tuesday, June 14, 1:00–3:30 pm, Eastman Nature Center, Elm Creek Park Reserve, outdoor course, 13351 Elm Creek Rd., Osseo, MN 55369

20045 Chemical Biology at the U of M, Part 3: Chemistry to Modern Medicine: Changing the way we “dye”Over the last three centuries, chemistry has evolved from a field based on scientific curiosity and inquiry to a central science that continues to impact our daily lives with life-saving medicines and high-tech materials. The personal narratives that led to these discoveries are both exciting and informative about how we view this science in its current form. To provide a foundation for understanding the chemistry that affects our everyday lives, discussion will include the stories behind several landmark discoveries, from the foundational work in synthetic dyes that color our clothes, to the search for Ehrlich’s “magic bullets” that led to the first antibiotics and anti-cancer drugs. Short course readings will be made available ahead of class including short readings from Emperor of all Maladies, by Siddhartha Mukherjee, The Billion Dollar Molecule, by Barry Werth and Mauve by Simon Garfield. No chemistry background is required. Class will conclude with a tour of research space. Stay and have lunch/coffee at the Campus Club.1 session, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 10:00 am–12:00 pm, U of M–Smith Hall, Room 117/119, 207 Pleasant St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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20027 The Amazing Slime Molds!They creep. They crawl. They have no brain but can solve mazes and drive robots—”slimebots.” Learn about the wonderful world of Myxomycetes, aka Slime Molds. These amazing organisms are neither fungi nor animals, they are actually giant amoebas. In addition to being intelligent they can be quite beautiful! Slime molds live in forests but are usually overlooked. Become aware of them and be astounded. The class will be followed by a walk in the woods in search of Myxomycetes. Seats: 15 Course Fee: $10Ronald Spinosa, past president of the Minnesota Mycological Society; chair of the cultivation committee of the North American Mycological Society1 session, Wednesday, June 15, 1:00–3:00 pm, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, outdoor class, Theodore Wirth Pkwy. and Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55422

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20043 Exploring the Past and Our UniverseExplore Astronomy—the oldest of the physical sciences — and work your way through how astronomy has affected us throughout history and helped determine where we are today. What is the scale of the universe? What is time, and how can it be delayed? Why are black holes so scary? How valid is the big bang theory? Discuss all these questions and more about our universe! Seats: 45Nardin Vahidi Azar, undergraduate student of physics and astrophysics, U of M4 sessions, Thursdays, June 9–30, 12:30–2:00 pm, U of M, McNamara Alumni Center, Benson Classroom #235, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

SOCIAL SCIENCESThis category includes economics, history, psychology, philosophy, world cultures, current affairs, government, law, and education.

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30115 African History to ColonialismExamine a panoramic study of African history from many angles: anthropological, historical, geographic, cultural,and religious. From human origins through the populatingof the continent, the great civilizations, the slave trades, tothe beginning of European domination, you will see how theAfrican continent and peoples have embraced triumph andtragedy over thousands of years. This information will help you see the study of diversity in a somewhat manageable whole.Recommended reading: Robert O. Collins and James M. Burns, A History of Sub-Saharan Africa, Second Edition, New York: Cambridge University Press, 2014. ISBN 978-1-107-62851-9Seats: 40Tom O’Toole, emeritus professor of sociology and anthropology, St. Cloud State University4 sessions, Mondays, June 6-27, 10:00-11:30 am, U of M-McNamara Alumni Center, Benson Classroom #235, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

30113 How Violence FailsViolent social change continues to fail, but very little attention is given to nonviolence. Read this well-researched exploration of those alternatives. Engler, Mark; Engler, Paul (2016) This Is an Uprising: How Nonviolent Revolt Is Shaping the Twenty-First Century. Nation Books. Seats: 30Bob Tapp, emeritus professor, humanities, religious studies, and South Asian studies, U of M2 sessions, Mondays, June 6 and 27, 10:00–11:30 am, Edina Senior Center, Classroom #2, 5280 Grandview Sq., Edina, MN 55436

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30112 Author Talk: The Wedding Heard ‘Round the World On September 3, 1971, Michael McConnell and Jack Baker exchanged vows in the first legal same-sex wedding in the United States. McConnell and Baker will share their remarkable story, published for the first time in their new book, The Wedding Heard ‘Round the World: America’s First Gay Marriage. There will be time for your questions. Seats: 40 Rachel Santos, librarian, Hennepin County Library1 session, Monday, June 13, 6:30–8:00 pm, Hennepin County Library–Brookdale, Full Meeting Room ABC, 6125 Shingle Creek Pkwy., Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

30107 Churchill: The Life of LeadershipIn keeping with our recent summer studies on the Civil War, WW I, and the founders’ drafting of the Constitution, take a look at the life of Winston Churchill as a model for leadership as the country selects a new president. Course Fee includes: 2 nights’ accommodations, a wine and cheese reception and sit-down dinner on Monday, 2 Continental breakfasts (Tue. & Wed.), 2 coffee breaks (Tue. and Wed.), and lunch on Tuesday. Seats: 26 Course Fee: Single Occupancy $322.76, Double Occupancy $226.26Merritt Marquardt, retired 3M attorney and past president of OLLI, OLLI member, and course leader3 sessions, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Aug. 22–24, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Stout’s Island Lodge, 2799 27th St., Red Cedar Lake, Birchwood, WI 54817

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30114 The Age of GeniusGrayling describes in great detail how this was the epoch that reshaped human history. A few thinkers, in a few places, displaced many ancient ideologies—during times of religious and political turmoil. Grayling, A.C. (2013) The Age of Genius: The Seventeenth Century and the Birth of the Modern Mind. Bloomsbury Publishing. Seats: 50Bob Tapp, emeritus professor, humanities, religious studies, and South Asian studies, U of M2 sessions, Tuesdays, June 7 and 28, 12:30–2:00 pm, 1666 Coffman, Social Room, 1666 Coffman St., Falcon Heights, MN 55108

30057 How We Got to Ferguson Take a look at a brief history of race relations in the U.S. from Reconstruction through the Civil Rights Movement. Examine the Reconstruction Era—its successes and failures—and its end, what C. Van Woodward called the “Strange Career of Jim Crow,” the spread of racist images and assumptions in the North, and finally, the struggle of African Americans and their white allies striving to attain racial equality in the 20th century. Discover how these events have affected the “Black Lives Matter” movement of today. Seats: 50Janet Woolman, former history educator, Blake School4 sessions, Tuesdays, Jun.7-28, 10:00-11:30 am, Richfield Community Center, Richfield Room, 7000 Nicollet Ave. S, Richfield, MN 55423

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30063 Lyceum at The Landing: Exploring Early Minnesota HistoryJoin us at The Landing: Minnesota River Heritage Park (formerly Historic Murphy’s Landing) as we seek to revive the spirit of the mid-1800s Lyceum movement. Each session will explore a different topic in the history of the Minnesota Valley, drawing upon the expertise of our program staff, who bring history to life daily for park visitors. Formal presentations include group discussion, providing the opportunity to directly engage with our experts. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided.

Wednesday, June 8 – Heritage Breeds and Heirloom Seeds

Wednesday, June 15 – Popular Fiction of the Victorian Age

Wednesday, June 22 – Gridding the Landscape – The Public Land Survey System in Minnesota.

Seats: 40 Course Fee: $ 20.00Bill Walker, cultural resource program manager, Three Rivers Park District3 sessions, Wednesdays, June 8–22, 1:00–3:00 pm, The Landing: Minnesota River Heritage Park, Historic Town Hall, 2187 Highway 101 E., Shakopee, MN 55379

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30109 Abraham Lincoln: The American Man of SorrowsWe know he saved the Union and that he died by assassination within days of the end of the Civil War. His memorial forms the looming backdrop to so many historic gatherings on Washington’s National Mall. But what do we know of Lincoln, the man behind the monument? Join presidential historian J.B. Andersen as he talks about Lincoln’s sometimes ne’er-do-well relatives, his financial success as a striving young lawyer, and the mysterious illnesses that afflicted his body and his spirit. Seats: 50J.B. Andersen, educator, curator, and writerJudy Woodward, history coordinator, Ramsey County Library1 session, Wednesday, May 25 12:30–2:00 pm, Ramsey County Library–Roseville, Community Program Room, 2180 Hamline Ave. N, Roseville, MN 55113

30116 Humanity and Does Society Have a Conscience? Four Sessions: I. - Course objective(s); vocabulary and definitions.II. Observed physiological/environmental human body changes.III. Observed animal brain functions and changes. Synergy and Serendipity.IV. What are the possible outcomes for humanity and society?Seats: 20E. John Staba, Ph.D., emeritus professor, pharmacognosy & medical chemistry, U of M4 sessions, Wednesdays, June 8–29, 10:30 am–12:00 pm, 1666 Coffman, Social Room, 1666 Coffman St., Falcon Heights, MN 55108

30110 Night of Terror: D-Day RememberedExperience the little-known story behind one of the best-known battles of World War II when Air Force veteran Ted Stamos recreates the events of the terrible night that preceded the Normandy landings of June 6, 1944. In this multimedia presentation, you’ll experience the sights and sounds of that fateful night. Veterans are especially welcome. Seats: 50Ted Stamos is a longtime volunteer at the Minnesota Historical Society who helped construct the well-known 1918 Jenny biplane exhibit. He draws on his background to introduce audiences to the horrors of D-Day as experienced by the troops who endured them.1 session, Wednesday, June 8, 2:00–3:30 pm, Ramsey County Library–Roseville, Community Program Room, 2180 Hamline Ave. N, Roseville, MN 55113

30111 Stunde Null: Holocaust and Memory after 1945The Holocaust is among the defining events of the twentieth century. An estimated 55 million people died worldwide in the Second World War, including nearly 6 million Jews, millions of Poles, and scores of other people from all over Europe. Explore how victims, perpetrators, bystanders, communities, and nations on both sides of the “iron curtain” remembered the crimes committed by the Third Reich. Examine how the Nazis’ goals of racial purification and territorial expansion still affect the world today. Seats: 50Adam A. Blackler, Ph.D. candidate, History Dept., U of M, former OLLI Scholar7 sessions, Wednesdays, June 15–July 27, 10:00–11:30 am, U of M, McNamara Alumni Center, Benson Classroom #235, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

30118 Untold Stories about Nuclear WarFrom the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945 to the testing of atomic bombs in the 1950s, some stories have been kept secret for decades. Caren Stelsen, a writer involved with the St. Paul-Nagasaki Sister City Committee, will share stories about survivors of nuclear bombings in Japan. Judy Helgen, a retired research scientist from the MN Pollution Control Agency, will tell about experiences of Minnesota’s atomic veterans, soldiers from “The Forgotten 216th,” who were sent to the Nevada bomb testing site in the late 1950s to document radiation immediately after above ground detonations. Not until decades later could they reveal what they knew. Seats: 50Judy Woodward, history coordinator, Ramsey County LibraryJudy Helgen, research scientist at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency where she led the state’s investigation into widespread deformed frogs, developed biological methods for determining water pollution in wetlands, and initiated a volunteer monitoring program. Her book, Peril in the Ponds: Deformed Frogs, Politics, and a Biologist’s Quest, published in 2012 by the University of Massachusetts Press. She has a B.A. from Mount Holyoke College, an M.A. from Columbia University, and a Ph.D. from U of M.Caren Stelson, Minneapolis writer and educator. B.A., history, and M.A., education, University of Pennsylvania, MFA from Hamline University, author of Sachiko: A Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Survivor’s Story to be published in fall of 2016 by Carolrhoda/Lerner Publishing Group.1 session, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 12:30–2:00 pm, Ramsey County Library - Roseville, Community Program Room, 2180 Hamline Ave. N, Roseville, MN 55113

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30117 Icelandic Culture through FilmWatching films by Icelandic directors in Icelandic settings, we’ll get some glimpses of the country’s humor, history, daily life, landscape, values, and quirks. (This is not a film study class.) Some—but not all—of the films were screened several years ago when the same class was offered. A trip to Iceland is planned for late June-early July of 2017. Optional: more discussion over lunch downstairs at D’Amico’s in McNamara. Seats: 40Jeannie Hanson has been reading about and leading trips to Iceland for 25 years, with special interests in its geology, history, and sagas6 sessions, Thursdays, June 16–July 21, 10:00 am–12:00 pm, U of M, McNamara Alumni Center, Benson Classroom #235, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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40003 TED Talks we Watch, Listen, and DiscussJoin OLLI Course Leaders for TED Talks, lecture, and discussion.June 7 – Explore the science of happiness with TED Talks from Dan Gilbert and learn how your present self continually misjudges what your future self values.June 14 – Jonathon Haidt explains the roots of our morality; how we are the same; how we differ; and how our culture differs from other cultures. Find out what drives our feelings of good vs. evil and desirable vs. repulsive.Seats: 45Jay Wetmore, OLLI presenter, investor (with 35 years of results), and avid reader in economics, business, and finance 2 sessions, Tuesdays, June 7 and 14, 12:30–2:00 pm, U of M, McNamara Alumni Center, Benson Classroom #235, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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50021 Beyond Bollywood: Indian Americans Shape the NationOne in 100 Americans can trace their roots to India. In Minnesota, Indian immigrants and their families number just under 40,000. Breakthroughs in business, the arts, medicine, science, and technology, the flavorful food, flamboyant fashion, and yoga of India have become a central part of our culture. The Minnesota History Society will be hosting a dynamic panel exhibition, augmented with artifacts, oral histories, and personal reflections in collaboration with members of Minnesota’s Indian American community. Join OLLI for an exclusive look at how the exhibit explores the Indian American experience and the community’s vital political, professional, and cultural contributions to American and Minnesotan life and history. The tour will be self-directed with two U of M Culture Corps students on hand to offer their cultural insights. Seats: 40 Course Fee: $10Avishek Mishra, master’s student, electrical and computer engineering, College of Science and Engineering, U of M1 session, Monday, June 6, 10:00–11:30 am, Minnesota History Center, Museum, 345 Kellogg Blvd., W, St. Paul, MN 55102

50009 Mariucci and Ridder Ice Arenas TourThis exciting tour will include a short history of Gopher men’sand women’s hockey; a short description/history of U of Mice arenas, and how the ice is maintained. The tour will include both Mariucci and Ridder Arenas, including the premium, team, mechanical areas, and more. Seats: 50Craig Floor, director, Mariucci and Ridder Ice Arenas1 session, Monday, June 6, 10:00–11:30 am, U of M, Mariucci Arena, 1901 4th St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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50018 Minnesota Military Museum and Fort Ripley TourIn the middle of an active military training and historic site is the Minnesota Military Museum. The collections cover all the wars and battles in which Minnesotans participated. After spending time in the museum, join trainees for lunch in the mess hall. A bus tour of the extensive grounds and the site of the historic fort will immobilize this site in Minnesota history. A short stop in St. Cloud’s Riverside Park will end your day. Return home by 5:00 p.m. Seats: 50Course Fee: $30Carol Veldman Rudie, lead docent and coordinator of outreach education, Museum of Russian Art1 session, Monday, June 20, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Bus pick up/drop off, Southdale Library, 7001 Ave. S, Edina, MN 55435

50019 Ukraine in MinneapolisDiscover ways in which the Ukrainians and their culture have impacted Minneapolis. The morning will feature a tour of the Museum of Russian Art highlighting the Ukrainian-American painter, Bulavitsky. Lunch will be at a favorite Ukrainian cafeteria, Kramarczuk’s, for the feast of your choice. A visit to Saint Constantine Ukrainian Catholic Church and a Ukrainian gift shop will fill the afternoon. Seats: 50 Course Fee: $25Carol Veldman Rudie, lead docent and coordinator of outreach education, Museum of Russian Art1 session, Monday, June 27, 10:00 am–5:00 pm, The Museum of Russian Art, Museum, 5500 Stevens Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55419

50010 Tangletown Neighborhood Walking Tour Learn about landmark sites such as the Washburn Water Tower, architect Harry Wild Jones’ home, and other houses designed by Jones, as we walk along the curving streets of the neighborhood originally known as Washburn Park. You will also see the former site of the Washburn Memorial Orphan Asylum (where Ramsey and Washburn High Schools are today) and Minnehaha Creek with its parkway, bridges, woods, and trails. This two-mile walking tour includes some hills and stairs. Meet at the Washburn Library. Complete list of locations will be sent out prior to the first week of class.Seats: 30Tom Balcom’s career was with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. He is currently a board member with the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota and is active in several historical and environmental organizations.1 session, Monday, June 27, 10:00–11:30 am, Washburn Public Library, 5244 Lyndale Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55419

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50012 Quaking Bog TourThe bog is home to many unique plants with interesting adaptations for survival. Discover the characteristics that make a bog habitat what it is and take part in hands-on analysis of the water in the bog. Meet at the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden parking lot and walk over to the bog, comparing the woodland and bog ecosystems as we go. Meet at Wirth Beach.Seats: 30 Course Fee: $10Kirsten Grohovsky, education program coordinator, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden & Bird SanctuarySection 1, Tuesday, June 7, 10:00–11:30 am, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, outdoor class, Theodore Wirth Pkwy. and Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55422Section 2, Tuesday, June 7, 12:30–2:00 pm, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, outdoor class, Theodore Wirth Pkwy. and Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55422

50020 Minneapolis Warehouse Historic District Walking Tour The Minneapolis Warehouse Historic District is the state’s largest commercial district listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Spread over 30 blocks near downtown Minneapolis, this warehouse and wholesaling district expanded during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with many buildings designed by the leading architects of the day. The tour leader will discuss the overall history of the district, the history and architectural styles of individual buildings, and the architects who designed them. This year’s tour will feature a new route with buildings that were not seen onlast year’s tour. Seats: 40Rolf Anderson, architectural historian who prepared the National Register of Historic Places nomination for the warehouse district.1 session, Tuesday, June 7, 10:00–11:30 am, Starting point for Warehouse District Tour, bridge on Washington Ave. N, between 3rd and 4th Aves. N, Minneapolis, MN.

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50014 Minneapolis Neighborhoods: Minneapolis Streetcar MuseumExplore the background and history of the extensive Twin Cities’ streetcar system. Experience a behind-the-scenes look at the car barn where historic streetcars are stored and restored. Ride an historic Oak–Harriet streetcar as it follows its old route between Lake Harriet and Lake Calhoun and share stories with the experienced motorman. Join us afterwards for lunch at the Lake Harriet Pavilion down the hill. Seats: 25 Course Fee: $8Steve Benson, retired OLLI executive director and film buff1 session, Tuesday, June 28, 10:00–11:30 am, Minnesota Streetcar Museum, 2330 W 42nd St., Minneapolis, MN 55410

50003 Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden History TourThis historical look at the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden will walk you through the area’s remarkable past. Discover the story behind the incredible woman for whom the garden was named. Learn about the garden’s creation and growth, as you walk the paths and visit sights from a “then and now” perspective. Take an in-depth look at the subsequent four garden curators and their contributions to the garden’s maintenance. You will be inspired by the foresight of the garden’s early days and our current vision for the garden’s future. Seats: 30 Course Fee: $10Kirsten Grohovsky, education program coordinator, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden & Bird Sanctuary1 session, Tuesday, Aug. 23, 10:00–11:30 am, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, outdoor class, Theodore Wirth Pkwy. and Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55422

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50016 Ethnic Markets of the Twin CitiesExplore an array of international markets: Meet with owners, discover new foods, and have lunch afterwards. Food cultures will include Mexican, Japanese, and Hmong. The first visit on June 8 will be to the Midtown Global Market (meet in the main lobby area) which has a cornucopia of specialty food stands, bakeries, meat and produce markets, and arts and crafts from around the world. Seats: 20Steve Benson, retired OLLI executive director4 sessions, Wednesdays, June 8–29, 10:30 am–12:00 pm, Various Locations, Various Markets

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50011 Showy Lady’s Slipper TourAll spring long, the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden woodlands have been filled with wildflowers. As summer approaches, the wetlands and prairie begins to shine! The highlight of early June at the garden is always the Showy Lady’s Slipper, our state flower. Join naturalists for a tour of the three garden habitats, with a focus on the gorgeous pink and white orchid that blooms in the wetland. Meet at the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden parking lot.Seats: 30 Course Fee: $10Kirsten Grohovsky, education program coordinator, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden & Bird SanctuarySection 1, Thursday, June 9, 10:00–11:30 am, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, outdoor class, Theodore Wirth Pkwy. and Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55422Section 2, Thursday, June 9, 12:30–2:00 pm, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, outdoor class, Theodore Wirth Pkwy. and Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55422

50008 Williams Arena History TourWilliams Arena is one of the oldest and most historic venues in college athletics. Opening in January 1928, the building was originally designed to house year-round football, baseball, andtrack events in addition to basketball and military drills. In the 1950s the building was split into two separate venues, Williams Arena for basketball and Mariucci Arena for hockey. After 1992 and the construction of new Mariucci Arena across the street, the west end of the building was renamed the Sports Pavilion and is now the current competition home for Gopher volleyball, wrestling, and gymnastics. Through numerous renovation projects, Williams Arena is in its 85th year on campus and a landmark in Minnesota and college athletics. Please enter on the south side of the arena through the doors that say “Daily Entrance.” The nearest parking is at the University Ave. parking ramp on the south side of the arena.Seats: 25Brady Buresh, manager, Williams Arena and Sports Pavilion1 session, Thursday, June 16, 10:00–11:30 am, U of M, Williams Arena, 1925 University Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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50013 Blooming Prairie Tour Many people visit the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden in the spring to see all of our woodland blooms, but they don’t return until the following spring. Come out this August to see our prairie in full bloom and discover beautiful flowers and grasses. Learn about the history of prairies in Minnesota, how the prairie garden was created, and the methods used to maintain this lovely landscape. Meet at the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden parking lot.Seats: 30 Course Fee: $10Kirsten Grohovsky, education program coordinator, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden & Bird Sanctuary1 session, Thursday, Aug. 18, 10:00–11:30 am, Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, outdoor class, Theodore Wirth Pkwy. and Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55422

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50017 TCF Bank Stadium TourTour the U of M’s TCF Bank Stadium! Gain access to the president’s suite, indoor clubroom, DQ clubroom, locker room complex, hall of fame, and the field, weather permitting. Spaces may change depending upon daily events, but regardless, this tour offers many fascinating features. Seats: 25TCF Bank Stadium Tour Guide1 session, Friday, June 10, 10:00–11:30 am, U of M, TCF Bank Stadium, 420 23rd Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

50007 Metro Transit–How to Ride the Light RailGet a hands-on lesson from a Metro Transit guide on taking the light rail and get comfortable with everything from purchasing a ticket to boarding and alighting. Taking the train is easy–give it a try! Seats: 30Joanna Hubbard-Rivera, Metro Transit customer advocateSection 1, Friday, June 10, 10:00–11:30 am, Metro Transit - Green Line, Target Field Station, Minneapolis, MN 55403Section 2, Friday, June 17, 10:00–11:30 am, Metro Transit - Green Line, Fairview Station, St. Paul, MN 55104

50015 Tour the Gardens of Master GardenersVisit the gardens of five Hennepin County Master Gardeners. Hosts will describe their gardens, offer tips, and answer questions. The first visit will be to the southwest Minneapolis home of Meleah Maynard and Mike Hoium. Over the past nine years, they have removed the turf grass from their corner property (including the boulevards) and replaced it with gardens packed with perennials, annuals, and vegetables.

Information about subsequent visits will be emailed or handed out at the first meeting. Seats: 30Meleah Maynard, Master Gardener, garden coach, and freelance writer5 sessions, Fridays, June 17– July 22 (no class July 1), 10:00–11:30 am, Various Locations, Various Parks

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50022 Extra Innings - A Target Field ExperienceThere is no better way to spend a summer evening than sitting in the great outdoors and enjoying the national pastime, baseball. And there is no better place to watch a ball game than at Target Field, ranked by “ESPN The Magazine” as the #1 baseball stadium experience in North America.

Later this summer OLLI is offering an opportunity to attend a ball game at Target Field and much more. We also will be joined by an OLLI group from the University of Nebraska, who will be on a road trip to the Twin Cities.

On Saturday August 13, OLLI is coordinating a three part “Target Field Experience”. The first part is an educational forum from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Among the speakers will be Dave St. Peter, President of the Twins and Clyde Doepner, the Twins curator.

Part 2 is the “pre-game warm-up” between 4:00 and 6:00 pm. During this period you can explore Target Field (self-guided tour information provided), enjoy an array of Target Field dining choices, watch batting practice, etc.

Part 3 is the game itself, which begins at 6:00 pm. The Twins host the World Champion Kansas City Royals. We have reserved a block of seats in Field Box 102.

Total cost for this experience is less than you would pay for the ticket alone! So if you are thinking of attending a Twins game this summer, this is a great opportunity for a ball game... and a whole lot more. Deadline to register for this course is Friday, July 16. Refunds will not be available after Friday, July 16. Seats: 50 Course Fee: $55Tom Rooney, senior guest services specialist, Minnesota Twins1 sessions, Saturday, Aug. 13, 2:00–10:00 pm, Target Field, Press Conference Room, 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN, 55403

TOURS continued

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UMMA TRAVELOLLI members are eligible to participate in University of Minnesota Alumni Association sponsored trips. All trip inquiries should be directed to the UMAA or the travel vendors listed below. Call 612-624-2323 or visit www.minnesotaalumni.org for more information and to view the full list of travel opportunities.

Moroccan DiscoverySeptember 9-22, 2016, from $4,979 per personVisit five UNESCO World Heritage sites including Meknes, Volubilis, with its ancient Roman ruins; and Fez, prized for its cultural, religious, and educational institutions. Spend three nights in alluring Marrakech before concluding in storied Casablanca. Contact Odysseys Unlimited: 888-370-6765

Vienna, Munich & Oktoberfest by River ShipSeptember 9-16, 2016, from $3,995 per personSatisfy your palate during this grand journey from Vienna to Munich—stopping at charming cities and quaint villages to glimpse fairytale castles, panoramic landscapes, and visit landmark breweries. On-board beer tastings and a visit to Oktoberfest are among the special inclusions. Contact Orbridge: 866-639-0079

The Stars of Western CubaMarch 11-18, 2017, from $5,299 per personExperience the best of western Cuba on this extraordinary cruise: spend three days in Havana, where jewel-toned vintage cars roll past towering cathedrals. Enjoy Guanahacabibes UNESCO Biosphere Reserve; Trinidad, Cuba’s Spanish colonial showpiece, and the French heritage of Cienfuegos. Enjoy insider access to unique cultural activities and interact with Cuban citizens, including artists, musicians, historians, naturalists, and more. Contact GoNext: 800-842-9023/952-918-8950

*Dates, prices, and itineraries are subject to change

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The Rather Odd Book Club/Discussion: This group is odd: Members do not all read the same book for each meeting. We will choose a decade in history of America or elsewhere and come together to pool our insights, perspectives, and information. Meeting on 2nd Friday, 3:00 pm, Edina near Crosstown and Hwy. 100. Contact leaders for specifics: Jeannie Hanson, [email protected] or Shawn Hartfeldt, [email protected]

Women’s Topics Book Club: Fiction and nonfiction related to women’s history and concerns: 2nd Tuesdays, (no meeting August, December or January) 1:30 pm, St. Paul JCC, 1375 St. Paul Ave., St. Paul. Deborah Tabert, 952-831-1703, [email protected], Dot Delegard, 612-922-1495, [email protected]

ALL OTHER SIGS:

Applause, Applause: Adventures in Theater and Dining: Leader will provide information on show listings, when and how to get tickets, and news about each production. When possible, lunch or dinner will also be available. Led by OLLI member and theater fanatic Jim Loeffler, [email protected]

Bridge/East Metro: 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6:00 pm, Falcon Heights. For more details contact Kate Anderson, 651-488-9061, [email protected]

Bridge/West Metro: 1st and 3rd Monday, 2:30 pm, Perkins, Hwy. 394 at Louisiana Ave., St. Louis Park. Carole Cranbrook, [email protected], 763-535-2141

New: Bridge Intermediate: Bridge players who may be “rusty” or don’t recall some of the finer points of the game come to play for the experience and to learn from each other. Winning is not the point. Frequency, time and meeting place still to be decided. If interested contact Gene Bard, [email protected], 651-280-7007.

Digital Scrapbooking: Come ‘crop’ with us—digitally. Bring your laptop. Create your own digital pages in the company of others in a friendly and informal setting, while we share and learn together. All levels of expertise welcome. 2nd Mondays, 12:30–3:30 pm; our location has been changing based on membership preferences. No meeting June, July, or August. Please contact Kathy Tuzzolino, [email protected], for details.

Discussion Roundtable: Topics from local to global issues. All positions are open for discussion. 2nd and 4th Mondays, 12:30 pm. St. Paul JCC, 1375 St. Paul Ave., St. Paul. Vince Trotta, 651-200-2330, [email protected]

Documentary Films: Meet to watch and discuss documentary films. 3rd Friday monthly, 1:30–4:30 p.m. Episcopal Homes, 1860 University Ave. W, St Paul, the first building on the right as you enter campus. Contact Joan Delich, [email protected].

Economic Disparity: Group will meet monthly to discuss readings on the topic and consider further actions on areas of interest. Contact leader for time and location. Mary Morris, [email protected]

Elderwise Investment Club (must be an OLLI member to belong): This investment club requires a beginning investment and monthly investments of $50. Meets 4th Thursday every other month, 10:00 am, Wells Fargo Bank Community Room, 2600 E Franklin Ave., Minneapolis. Howard Guthmann, 651-222-1801, [email protected]

Ethnic and Patio Dining (evolves from a course into a SIG): This group gathers for meals in various restaurants scattered around the Twin Cities. Members take turns arranging ethnic lunches or dinners during the fall, winter and spring, then change to patio dining in the summer. Ron and Marghe Tabar, 651-690-0604, [email protected].

Special Interest GroupsOLLI Special Interest Groups (SIGs) meet regularly year round (except where noted) to provide enriching opportunities beyond the OLLI classroom. Members are encouraged to start new SIGs as a way to meet others who share a similar interest. For additional information, contact Nancy Garland, 612-850-1495, [email protected].

Contact the group coordinator(s) listed below to join or for more details on a specific SIG.

BOOK CLUBS:

Literary Fiction Uptown: 3rd Tuesday, 1:30-3:00 pm, Walker Library 2880 Hennepin Ave, Mpls. Carla Waldemar, a freelance book reviewer, 612-813-1896, [email protected].

American History Book Club: 1st Thursday, 1:30 pm, St. Paul JCC, 1375 St. Paul Ave., St. Paul. No meeting in July and August. Chuck Nelson, [email protected]; Jack Christensen, [email protected]

Fiction/St. Paul East: 3rd Monday, 1:00 pm, at various Roseville locations. Contact leaders for current location information. Sharon Thronson, 612-707-9955, [email protected]; Georgia O’Hara, 651-489-9096, [email protected]

Now Open: Fiction/Nonfiction Arden Hills: 3rd Wednesday, 1:30 at Davanni’s on Lexington in Arden Hills. Marcia Larson, [email protected].

Mysteries: 1st Tuesday, 2:30 pm, St. Paul JCC, 1375 St. Paul Ave., St. Paul. Michele Hajek, 651-646-0616, [email protected]

Nonfiction/St. Paul: 3rd Thursday, 2:30 pm, St. Paul JCC, 1375 St. Paul Ave., St. Paul. Jeanne LaBore, [email protected].

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Jazz Appreciation/The OLLI Cats: 4th Friday, 12:30 pm, (3rd Friday in May and Nov., no meeting in July or Dec.). SCHMITT Music, Southdale Square, Edina (66th and York). Andrea Canter, [email protected]

Knitting/East Metro: 4th Wednesday, 1:30 pm, The Yarnery, 840 Grand Ave., St. Paul. Jeanette Sobania, 651-295-0852, sobaniaj@aol. com; Ginny Mahlum, 651-489-7750, [email protected]

Knitting/West Metro: 2nd Wednesday, 1:30 pm, the library at Shir Tikvah Congregation, 1360 W Minnehaha Pkwy., Minneapolis. (occasional meeting in yarn shops) Nancy Garland, 612-850-1495, [email protected]

Memoir Writing: Monthly on 3rd Monday, in June, July and August 1:00 pm, 3rd Thursday starting September. Franklin Library, 1314 E Franklin Ave. Minneapolis. Knowles Dougherty, 612-874-9357, [email protected]

THE NEW YORKER Discussion Group: Thursdays, 2:00 pm, Washburn Library, 5244 Lyndale Ave. S, Minneapolis. Jan Lane, 612-822-0229, [email protected]; Diane Lindgren, 952-927-7693, [email protected]

Norsk Fjords, Folklore, and Food: Norwegian Fiskeboller luncheon and lecture open to all interested in Norway and its food, customs, and cultural history. Thursdays, three times a year, at a location to be decided. To be placed on mailing list contact Odell Bjerkness, 612-866-3699, [email protected] or Karen Boyum, 952-920-3042, [email protected]

OLLI Qwesters: Biking Weekly on Wednesdays, May-Sep., Nell Bean, 612-432-6457, [email protected].

Older Folders, Origami: Last Wednesday of each month, 10:00 am–noon, 9th floor Skyline Room, Calvary Cooperative, 7600 Golden Valley Rd., Golden Valley. Nancy Garland, 612-850-1495 [email protected]

Persistent Problems in Education and the Possible Solutions: 2nd Monday, 1:00–2:00 p.m. at the Franklin Library, 1314 E Franklin Ave, Mpls. There is a blog that presents ideas about the persistent problems in education and some possible solutions. At the second-Monday sessions, those ideas are discussed. Contact Knowles Dougherty at [email protected] or 612-874-9357

Play Reading: 2nd Friday, 10:00 am, Sep.–June, no meeting July or August. Walker Place, 3701 Bryant Ave. S, Minneapolis. Janet Kramer, 952-473-4710, [email protected]; Jack Harkness, [email protected].

SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN Discussion Group: 4th Friday, 1:00 pm, Southdale Library, Helen Young Meeting Room, 7001 York Ave. S, Edina. Jerry and Lois Edwards, 952-942-7232, [email protected]

Scrabble: Players at all levels are welcome to join. Meeting weekly on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. at the Walker Library, 2880 Hennepin Ave, Mpls. There is parking below the library and nearby. Contact Marlyce Helm, 612-926-8178, [email protected]

St. Paul Chamber Orchestra: We will be buying season tickets to the SPCO performances at the Ordway Concert Hall in St Paul on Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m. We will attend four concerts starting in October and running through mid-2017. The cost for the four concerts will range from $50–$120 depending on location you choose. A complete listing of the scheduled programs can be found at www.thespco.org. After the performance the group will have lunch together at nearby restaurants. (OLLI members who buy their own tickets are also welcome to join the lunch.) Dave Bucheck, 651-770-1730 or [email protected]

Travel Exchange: OLLI members exchange travel experiences and recommendations, and find travel partners by email. Ron Tabar, 651-690-0604, [email protected].

Twin Cities Chamber Music: Members will receive a list of chamber music groups and contact information for schedules. Occasional events will be hosted—members meet at the concert and go to a nearby restaurant afterwards or vice versa. Knowles Dougherty, 612-874-9357, [email protected]

Wednesday Walkers: Wednesday mornings weekly. This group enjoys fresh air, exercise, and camaraderie while walking/hiking for about an hour in various locations around the Twin Cities. Group leaders take turns choosing and leading the walks. Delightful lunch option follows. Judy Remington, [email protected].

The following SIGs are FULL and not accepting new members at this time:

Spanish Conversation/East

These book clubs: Fiction/Minneapolis Fiction/St. Paul Nonfiction/Minneapolis

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• The Up-To-Dater is OLLI’s time-sensitive email notification vehicle. We publicize course changes (time, dates, cancellations, etc.), new courses, in memoria, and other topics of direct and keen interest to OLLI members. We keep it brief and specific to OLLI.

• If you are not reading the Up-To-Dater, you may miss information critical to your courses.

• If you are not getting the Up-To-Dater, email [email protected] for instructions. For those who do not use email, the office mails copies of the Up-To-Dater in as timely a manner as possible

OLLI Membership Benefits and ResponsibilitiesOLLI’s Mission Statement:

OLLI is a community of lifelong learners who are actively engaged in volunteer-led, high-quality educational, cultural, and social pursuits.

OLLI Membership Benefits:

• Access to OLLI courses led by volunteer course leaders who are experts in their fields and eager to share their knowledge and love of learning.

• Access to over 40 Special Interest Groups and the opportunity to create your own.

• OLLI Course Guide mailed to the home, or emailed in a PDF file; as per your preference.

• Free admittance to at least three OLLI social events per year.

• Access to participation in OLLI and U of M Alumni Association trips and travel (all trip fees apply).

• Free admittance to other special OLLI-sponsored presentations and events.

• Invitation to participate in U of M and community special events and research projects of interest to the OLLI community.

OLLI Membership Responsibilities:

• Be up-to-date in membership fees payment.

• Enrollment in courses is on an equal opportunity basis.

• Recognize that you are not guaranteed enrollment in the courses of your first choice.

• Attend courses in which you are enrolled.

• Do not attend courses in which you are not enrolled.

• Drop courses that you will not continue to attend.

• Comply with requests from course leaders and course assistants during a course.

• RSVP carefully to events understanding that there are costs associated with non-attendance and that these costs adversely impact other members.

• Understand that OLLI is a guest at sites used for courses and as such, respect the policies and culture of the site.

• Wear name badge to courses, events, and other OLLI-related gatherings.

• Volunteer your time and expertise for OLLI. OLLI is a volunteer-powered organization and members aid in the success of the program.

Important Dates:Course Request Period: May 2 – May 16, 4:00 p.m., 2016

- Members request and prioritize courses. No one is registered during this period.

- Basic Members may request up to 4 courses; PLUS members may request up to 6 courses.

- There is no competition; take your time.

Allocation Period: May 17 – 19, 2016

- Courses are closed to maintain allocation fairness; members cannot request, reprioritize, add or remove courses.

- The software processes all course requests in order of members’ prioritization choices and runs allocation algorithm on oversubscribed courses.

- Course(s) Request Acknowledgements are sent.

Additional Registration Period: May 20 – 27, 4:00 p.m., 2016

- All members invited to enroll in additional courses with available seating.

- Registration is first come, first served.

Registration ends May 27, 2016 at 4:00 p.m.

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How to Request Courses Watch the online tutorial at: www.olli.umn.edu With Course Allocation Registration, there is no need or advantage to rushing to submit your course requests. Take your time. The course request period ends at 4:00 p.m. on Mon., May 16, 2016.

Requesting courses online:

1. Go to OLLI.UMN.EDU and click on the Registration/ Member Page button on the right side of the screen.

2. On the Sign In page, find the Sign in to Existing Account option and enter your user name and password.

3. Follow the instructions listed under How to Request/Register for Courses.

4. Select the Category and Course(s) you wish to request. Click Request Course.

TIP: Be sure to click on the Request Course button for each course.

5. Basic members may request up to four courses; PLUS members may request up to six courses.

6. Once all of your requested courses are added to your cart, check your selections. Remove unwanted courses by clicking on Remove Course Request. Once you are satisfied, click on Check Out.

7. Verify your personal data on Check Out: My Information. Please verify your email address. Click Next.

8. Double check your order and click Purchase.

TIP: Be sure to click Purchase or your requests will not be retained.

You must “Prioritize” your course requests after you Purchase:

9. Click on My Account then Course Priorities.

10. Check your course priorities and reprioritize using the drop- down list under the column Priority. Click Save Priorities.

TIP: Be sure to click Save Priorities or your prioritization will not be retained.

TIP: Look for the message Priority(s) Saved Successfully which will appear in green above the Priority column.

How to change course requests during the Course Request Period:

• To add requests or reprioritize, access your online account any time during the Course Request Period (see steps 9 and 10)

• To remove a course, you must contact the office by email ([email protected]) or phone (612-624-7847).

You will receive a Course(s) Request Acknowledgement email listing the courses you have requested.

TIP: Courses are not listed in your priority order in this email acknowledgement.

Requesting courses by mail:

Mail your request any time during the Course Request Period. The office must receive it by Mon., Mar. 7, 2016, 4:00 p.m. It will be entered the day it is received at the office.

• Provide the following information on an 8.5” x 11” sheet of paper and mail it to: OLLI, U of M, McNamara Alumni Center, Suite 250, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455:

• Include the following information on an 8.5” x 11” sheet of paper:

- Numbered list of course requests in order of your priority; #1 being your highest priority. Include course number and title. Up to 4 courses for Basic members; up to 6 courses for PLUS members. - First and last name - Mailing address - Daytime phone - Email address - Do NOT send payment for course fees (see below) - DO submit payment for Membership purchase or renewal

Course fees for online or mail:

With Course Allocation Registration, members will not pay course fees during the Course Request Period. The office will bill you after the Allocation Period for courses in which you are registered that have a fee.

How to join OLLI or renew your membership:

OLLI is a membership organization. You must be a member to enroll in OLLI courses and participate in most OLLI events.

Online: • Go to OLLI.UMN.EDU and click on the Registration/ Member Page button on the right side of the screen.

• On Sign-In Page select either New to OLLI–for new members, or Current OLLI Member–for renewing members.

TIP: You may select and purchase a membership simultaneously while you are requesting courses.

By mail: • Mail a check for $50 (Basic Membership) made out to the University of Minnesota, to: OLLI, McNamara Alumni Center, 200 Oak St. SE, Suite 250, Minneapolis, MN 55455.

• The fee shown above is prorated and will cover your membership through the Summer 2016 term. You will be due to renew your membership prior to the Fall 2016 term.

• Please include your full name (as you wish to be called), address, daytime phone number, and email address.

• You will receive confirmation via email within 24 hours of being processed or by regular mail within one week.

Do you need financial assistance?

Please call the office at 612-624-7847 to receive a Scholarship Application.

University of MinnesotaMcNamara Alumni Center200 Oak Street SE, Ste. 250Minneapolis, MN 55455

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Course GuideOsher Lifelong Learning Institute

Important dates Summer 2016Allocation Dates: Course Request Period: May 2–16, 4:00 p.m. Allocation Period: May 17–19, 2016 Additional Registration Period: May 20–27, 2016, 4:00 p.m.

Summer Term Dates: June 6–30, 2016

Course Leader Luncheon: May 25, 2016, 12–2:00 p.m., St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Ave. S, Minneapolis 55408

Annual Meeting: June 14, 2016, 1:00–3:00 p.m., St. Maron’s Cedars Hall, 602 University Ave. NE, Minneapolis 55413

Volunteer Luncheon: July 13, 2016, time 12:00–2:00 p.m., Como Park Pavilion, 1360 Lexington Pkwy., St. Paul 55103

Fall Info Fair: Aug. 24, 2016, 12:00–2:00 p.m., St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Ave. S, Minneapolis 55408

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