ILIRWinter 2019 Program January 14 - March 7, 2019
Institute for Learning in Retirement, Inc. at the Boca Raton Community Center 561-883-0999 • ilirincinfo@att.net • www.ILIRetirement.org
Registration for Winter 2019 Session You may attend as many classes as you like for one all-inclusive registration fee of $135.00. Classes are held at the Boca Raton Community Center on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Each class meets for eight sessions. You can register at the Boca Raton Community Center in person at any time, at Meet the Instructors on January 9, or on your first day of class. The Boca Raton Community Center is located at 150 Crawford Blvd, Boca Raton
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CURRENT EVENTS with Joel Ivers Read the papers, watch the news, check the blogs, and be ready to discuss the week’s issues. And there is always plenty to talk about! Facilitator Joel Ivers will summarize the week’s lead stories, discuss in depth any significant new legislation, and lead you in an informative and vibrant discussion.
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SPOTLIGHT: Arts and Literature 1/14 The Art of Hand Drumming for Health and Fitness –Michael Teller, Center for Long Term Care Planning;
Founder, Downtown Delray Beach Drum Circle 1/28 The Morikami – Contemporary Japanese Lacquer Sculpture – Diane Carter, The Morikami Ambassador 2/4 My Mother’s Stories – Kanchana Krishnan, Author, Teacher of Indian Philosophy, Yoga and Mythology 2/11 The Great American Songbook, Broadway, and Beyond – Cantor David Presler, Cantor, Opera Singer,
Composer 2/25 Norton Museum of Art – Glenn Tomlinson, Curator of Education 3/4 Herman Melville: Sounding the Depths of the Soul of Man –Adam Bradford, Associate Dean of
Graduate Studies, FAU Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, Director of the College’s PhD program in Comparative Studies, Associate Professor of English
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mondays 1:15-2:30 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– THE SUPREME COURT AND ISSUES OF THE DAY with Judge Dave Simon
Judge Simon will discuss the Supreme Court and how it works, and address issues of the day including gun control, separation of church and state, gay rights, Roe vs Wade, civil rights, and the death penalty.
THE JOY OF POETRY with Nan Ganyard & John Gabrielson Join Nan and John each week to read and discuss a variety of poems – happy, sad, charming, thought-provoking, traditional, modern and everything inbetween. Participants read and discuss the poems and, most important, experience the joy of poetry.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mondays 2:45-4:00 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPOTLIGHT: Science & Environment
Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Science and Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters professors will present a series on science and the environment to encourage participants to expand their knowledge of and interest in science. 1/14 Agriculture, Drought, and Fire: Reconstructing Past Environments and Climates to Inform the Present –
Erik Johanson, Assistant Professor, Department of Geosciences 1/28 Perspectives on New Cancer Treatments – Gregg Fields, Professor and Chair, Department of Chemistry &
Biochemistry, Director, Center for Molecular Biology & Biotechnology 2/4 Unlocking the Mysteries of the Infant Mind: The Rest of the Story – Teresa Wilcox, Chair and Professor,
Department of Psychology 2/11 Exploring the Connection between Galaxies and Supermassive Black Holes – Vicki Sarajedini, Professor
of Physics 2/25 Sounds Like a Winner: What Animal Voices Teach Us about Human Communication and Politics –
Rindy Anderson, Animal Behavior, Behavioral Ecology, Communication and Casey Klofstad, Associate Professor, University of Miami, Political Science
3/4 No Bones About It: Exploring Shark Cartilage and Swimming –Marianne Porter, Florida Atlantic Biomechanics Lab
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Wednesdays 9:45-11:00 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– THE NEWS: A JOURNALIST’S PERSPECTIVE with Jacobo Goldstein
Born in Honduras, this remarkable journalist was the first Latin American correspondent at the White House, reporting for CNN for over 20 years. He has been honored by the National Press Club for 25 years of active membership. He still reports on air to several radio stations in the United States and overseas. He will give us the inside scoop on politicians and fellow correspondents during his Washington years from the Carter through the Bush Administrations.
SHORT STORIES with Bari Attis & Judith Yellen Edgar Allan Poe defined a short story as one that could be read in “one sitting.” Stories will reflect different time periods, countries, and viewpoints. All stories will either be accessible online or given to you. So, sit back, read and enjoy a short story and join Bari and Judith in a thoughtful discussion.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Wednesdays 11:15-12:30 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPOTLIGHT: Florida-topias
Join Drew Martin, Conservation Chair, Sierra Club; Steve Schwartz and Bradley Rosendorf, Loxahatchee Wildlife Refuge; Harvey Eisen and other local Florida nature aficionados. Topics will include Loxahatchee birds, wetlands, invasive and native species, native plants, reef systems, and environmental protection. Learn more about this treas- ured ecosystem so close to home.
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MIND ODYSSEYS with Geoffrey Kashdan A retired educator, Geoffrey Kashdan believes that education can also be recreation. Similar in sophistication to pro- grams on the Discovery and History Channels, these talks are presented with visuals, sometimes accompanied by short video clips. Your body sits while your mind goes on a fascinating trip. Look for the topic of the week in the weekly e-mail. 1/17 Escher’s Mathematical Art 2/7 The War Against Teaching Evolution 1/24 How Historic China Created the Modern World 1/31 The Christian Nation Myth and Why It Matters 2/13 From the Mind of Leonardo 2/21 God on Trial 2/28 God or No God, That is the Question 3/7 Mike, the Headless Chicken
Jacobo Goldstein
Geoffrey Kashdan
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SPOTLIGHT: Health and Wellness 1/17 All Aboard the Brain Train – Judy Herman, The Braintertainer, former Jeopardy champion. “Brainter-
tainment” is the name of the game, presenting challenging mental activities designed with fun in mind. 1/24 Healing Our World: The Hippocrates Way – Hippocrates Health Institute 1/31 An Introduction to Meditation – Anna Crane, Shambala Meditation Guide. What is meditation and what
are some of the benefits of a regular meditation practice? We’ll explore the lineage of this practice. We’ll practice the techniques of Mindfulness Meditation so you can develop, if you choose, a home meditation practice.
2/7 From Grief to Joy – Suzanne Wachtel, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Author of Losing A Loved One: From Grief To Joy 2/14 Super Herbs for Optimal Health – Shivani Gupta, PhD, Ayurveda Science Studies, Author, Speaker 2/21 My Memory and Me: How to Build a Better Brain as We Age – Dr. James E. Galvin, FAU Professor and
Associate Dean; Director, Comprehensive Center for Brain Health; Director, Lewy Body Dementia Research Center of Excellence.
3/28 The Six Dimensions of Wellness - Dr. James Cassidy, Doctor of Chiropractic; Director, Personal Physician Care Community Center formerly The Delray Wellness Center
3/7 Balance Integration w/Super-brain Yoga - Randy Eady, The Foot Whisperer
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ARISTOTLE’S BISTRO with Tony LaDuca, PhD The ancient Greek philosophers were the great questioners. Aristotle’s Bistro continues the tradition by inviting questioning of our ethical views and those of others in an atmosphere of respectful inquiry. Tony LaDuca has led these ILIR classes for several years. He will formulate guiding questions and facilitate dynamic discussions.
YOU CAN UKULELE with Fritz Aufdencamp Come and open a new chapter in your life by learning to play the “happiest” musical instru- ment. Sing the songs you thought you would never have an opportunity to sing again.
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FILM CLUB with Tony & Susan LaDuca, PhDs Film Club welcomes serious film lovers for interactive discussions about challenging films. Class is led by Susan and Tony LaDuca, lifelong film lovers and critics. Empha- sis will be on aspects of film writing, acting, directing and editing. Participants are expected to see recommended films that are showing at local theaters.
Registration for Winter 2019 Session You may attend as many classes as you like for one all-inclusive registration fee of $135.00. Classes are held at the Boca Raton Community Center on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Each class meets for eight sessions. You can register at the Boca Raton Community Center in person at any time, at Meet the Instructors on January 9, or on your first day of class. The Boca Raton Community Center is located at 150 Crawford Blvd, Boca Raton.
Tony & Susan LaDuca
21346 St. Andrews Blvd. #142 Boca Raton, Florida 33433
MEET THE INSTUCTORS On January 9, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
presentations begin at 1:30
at the Boca Raton Community Center, 150 Crawford Blvd just north of Palmetto Park Rd
Meet the Instructors – Register for Class Refreshments served