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Fall 2019

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O S H E R L I F E L O N G L E A R N I N G I N S T I T U T E | 33 | F A L L 2 0 1 9 C O U R S E C ATA L O G Class Details FRENCH FOR CULTURE AND CONVERSATION DESCRIPTION: Learn beginning French or refresh your skills. This basic French I class will focus on conversa- tion, vocabulary, and cultural con- nections. Join Shelley Steele, who has over 30 years of experience teaching French and English in the U.S. and Eu- rope, in this fun and conversational class. Shelley has a master's in French and continues to work with students as a tutor and mentor. If you love the French language and the culture of France, this is the class for you. INSTRUCTOR: Shelley Steele DAY/DATE: Tuesdays, 10/29/19-12/10/19 (6) TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM LOCATION: UPT-W COST: $40 OLLI Member $55 Non-OLLI Member ARMENIA - THE OTHER 20TH CENTURY GENOCIDE DESCRIPTION: The Armenian nation represents an ancient people who made (and continue to make) a sig- nificant contribution to world history. Armenia has existed as a nation for millennia and was the first to formally adopt Christianity as a state religion. The nation figured into the long and complicated strife between Rome and Persia. Later, Armenia was on the fore- front of the Bolshevik advance into the Caucasus region. The prominent position of Armenian businessmen and intellectuals in Ottoman days produced a jealous response within the more backward "Mountain Turk" population of the declining empire. That was the basic cause of what we know as the Armenian genocide, al- though the extent of official complic- ity is still hotly debated. Even so, we know that a secret organization head- quartered in Boston systematically sought out and assassinated those Turkish officials thought responsible. These stories and more will be illus- trated by photos made by Fred Paillet, during his travels to Armenia as part of his resource evaluation effort in the former Soviet Republic. INSTRUCTOR: Fred Paillet DAY/DATE: Wednesday, 10/30/19 (1) TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM LOCATION: BTV COST: $22 OLLI Member $37 Non-OLLI Member SCOTT FAMILY AMAZEUM TOUR DESCRIPTION: Scott Family Amaze- um is an interactive museum for chil- dren and families located in Benton- ville, Arkansas. The Amazeum features approximately 50,000 square feet of exhibit and learning spaces inside the museum to bring learning to life and enhance family involvement, while evoking a sense of curiosity and dis- covery through hands-on activities. Programs and exhibits are rooted in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math with the core purpose to spark the curious and creative spirit in all of us. Class will include a 15-20 minute pre- sentation that will provide an over- view of the Scott Family Amazeum's approach to learning and the educa- tional programs provided both inside and outside the walls of the museum. This will be followed by a behind the scenes tour of the Amazeum and will include time for the group to play in the exhibit area and participate in a Hershey Lab experiment. INSTRUCTOR: Shannon Dixon, Director of Development DAY/DATE: Wednesday, 10/30/19 (1) TIME: 1:30PM - 3:00PM LOCATION: Scott Family Amazeum, 1009 Museum Way Bentonville COST: $25 OLLI Member $40 Non-OLLI Member MAKING WATERCOLOR PAINTS FROM OZARK PIGMENTS DESCRIPTION: You already know the Ozarks are full of rocks, but did you know those rocks are full of pigment? Stop cursing them and start using them! In this class you'll learn how to make rich and colorful watercolor paints from pigments sourced right here in northwest Arkansas. The col- ors span a range from yellow to dark gray, with shades of red, orange, and brown in between. You'll use prepared Ozark pigments and tools of the trade to create a range of colors. This is how paint was made by the great masters, before the advent of art supply stores and synthetic colors. Each participant will create one or two colors and ev- eryone can trade among themselves to procure a full palette to bring home. Max enrollment is 10. INSTRUCTOR: Madison Woods, Artist and Paleo Paint Maker DAY/DATE: Thursday, 10/31/19 (1) TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM LOCATION: Kingston Square Arts, Kingston, AR 72742 COST: $30 OLLI Member $45 Non-OLLI Member RETHINKING THE MACABRE AND MEXICO DESCRIPTION: This course approach- es Mexican history from the angle of death and the macabre. The goal is not to reinforce standing stereotypes that suggest that Mexicans embrace and laugh at death. Kathy Sloan, pro- fessor of Latin American history at the University of Arkansas, who special- izes in Mexican cultural and social his- tory, will use death as a trope to nu- ance the study of Mexico and its rich cultural tradition. INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Sloan, Professor DAY/DATE: Thursday and Friday, 10/31/19-11/1/19 (2) TIME: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM LOCATION: Drake COST: $29 OLLI Member $44 Non-OLLI Member PADDLING DOWN THE RIVER RELIVED DESCRIPTION: Join in the fun for an unforgettable experience aboard the Branson Belle Showboat, and get into the Christmas Spirit. This classic showboat transports guests back to the days of paddle boats along the Mississippi River. The historic hom- age provides great views while trav- eling down Table Rock Lake. The Branson Belle towers over the lake at an astounding 112 feet tall. While enjoying a delightful Christmas Show, guests will dine over a delicious meal prepared by the boat's crew. Register early as space is limited. Transportation only. NO Commuter Rate. Max enrollment is 24. INSTRUCTOR: Ross Hopper DAY/DATE: Tuesday, 11/5/19 (1) TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM LOCATION: Branson, MO COST: $75 OLLI Member $90 Non-OLLI Member FACING HARD HISTORY: RACIAL TERROR LYNCHING IN WASHINGTON COUNTY DESCRIPTION: A multi-racial group of Fayetteville citizens has embarked on a community remembrance proj- ect that involves uncovering a case of racial terror lynching that occurred in Washington County in 1856. Find out what happened, hear about the methods used by local historians, explore your thoughts and feelings about addressing this kind of history, and learn about a project that is un- derway to publicly memorialize the 1856 lynching victims. The class will end with a discussion about other lo- cal truths and reconciliation efforts. INSTRUCTOR: RoAnne Elliott and Margaret Holcomb Learn about Arkansas's most endangered historic places, Page 20

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