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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 | 29 | S P R I N G 2 0 2 1 C O U R S E C ATA L O G Class Details ing the fi rst seven centuries of Christian- ity. Data collected from churches, wine presses, graves, tombs, skeletons, and ar- tifacts paint a positive picture of rural life that contrasts sharply with the picture of poverty developed by historians studying documents from the nearby large Roman/ Byzantine cities. Jerry Rose, an Emeritus U of A Professor in Anthroplogy, excavated early Christian villages in Jordan for 15 years and will use numerous illustrations of the excavations and materials stud- ied to paint a positive picture of country Christian life east of the Jordan River. This course will be taught on the nonspe- cialist level and be illustrated with exca- vation and analysis pictures throughout. Rose will utilize 15 years of experience directing excavations in the country of Jordan. INSTRUCTOR: Jerry Rose DAY/DATE: Fridays, 4/2/21 - 4/9/21 (2) TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM FORMAT: Hybrid LOCATION: Drake COST: $35 OLLI Member $50 Non-OLLI Member BLOOMING SPRING IN THE OZARKS DESCRIPTION: Join a trip to enjoy Spring artistry of the gorgeous Ozark Mountain terrain while ascending the highest Arkansas Peak of 2,753 feet in Mount Magazine State Park. View Spring fl ora and fauna during a voyage up the mountain along the Mount Magazine Scenic Byway. Once atop the mountain, a delectable Dutch-Treat lunch may be en- joyed while overlooking a breath-taking view of the Petit Jean River Valley and Blue Mountain Lake. If weather condi- tions permit, possibly hang-gliders may be viewed there, one of the state's most popular hang-gliding sites. The fi ne dining in the Skycrest Restaurant off ers a variety of delicious entries. Hicko- ry furniture completes the rustic warmth of this unique mountain dining experi- ence. After lunch, a visitor center with an inter-active exhibit gallery and gift shop, with high quality gifts and merchandise, may be explored. If a refreshment booster is needed while traversing the mountain, a picker-upper will be available to enjoy at a scheduled stop. Don't miss this fun-fi lled class enjoy- ing games and laughter with old friends while making new ones. INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Clarice Cox DAY/DATE: Monday, 4/5/21 (1) TIME: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM FORMAT: In person only LOCATION: Mt Magazine SP COST: $25 OLLI Member $40 Non-OLLI Member TRANSLATING A BRAZILIAN MODERNIST CLASSIC: SAO BERNARDO, BY GRACILIANO RAMOS DESCRIPTION: In Graciliano Ramos', Säo Bernardo, a masterwork about back- country life in Brazil, a scrappy young man named Paulo Honório was a fi eld hand who schemed and plotted his way to suc- cess, eventually becoming the master of the decrepit estate, São Bernardo, where he once worked incessantly. Paulo is no- torious for his exploitation and cutthroat mentality. This is until he meets a beauti- ful young woman who challenges him and his old ways. Join us in hearing Padma Viswanathan discuss the genesis and pro- cess behind her translation of Säo Ber- nardo, how she breathed new life into Ra- mos's enchanting and funny 1934 novel. Participants are highly encouraged to read the translation, published in May 2020 by New York Review Books, in advance of the session. Viswanathan's articles on the place of Graciliano Ramos in Brazilian and international letters are also available on- line or on request. Book purchase is the responsibility of the participant and is optional. Amazon cost is $9.99 Kindle / $11.89 paperback INSTRUCTOR: Padma Viswanathan DAY/DATE: Monday, 4/5/21 (1) TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM FORMAT: Virtual LOCATION: via Zoom COST: $21 OLLI Member $36 Non-OLLI Member HIPBILLIES DESCRIPTION: The counterculture fl our- ished nationwide in the 1960s and 1970s, and while the hippies of Haight--Ashbury occupied the public eye, a faction of back to the landers were quietly creating their own haven off the beaten path in the Ar- kansas Ozarks. In Hipbillies, Jared Phillips discusses his research into the subject, which combines oral histories and archival resources to weave the story of the Ozarks and its population of country beatniks into the national narrative, showing how the back to the landers engaged in "deep revolution" by sharing their ideas on rural development, small farm economy, and education with the locals, and how they became a fascinating part of a traditional region's coming to terms with the modern world in the process. INSTRUCTOR: Jared Phillips DAY/DATE: Tuesday, 4/6/21 (1) TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM FORMAT: Virtual LOCATION: Via Zoom COST: $25 OLLI Member $40 Non-OLLI Member CHASING WATERFALLS: KINGS RIVER FALLS DESCRIPTION: Come enjoy the adven- ture and fun on this hike to one of the state's most beautiful waterfalls. Arkansas is home to hundreds of natural fl owing waterfalls that come to life during the wet seasons. Flowing over tall bluff s and grot- tos, they provide some of the most unique and beautiful sights in the state. On this outing, hikers will explore the Kings River Falls Natural Area. It includes 3 miles of the Kings River with the falls be- ing a focal point. The trail is a 2 mile round trip rated easy to moderate. It fi rst parallels Mitchell Cr. and then runs along the the Kings River and ending at the falls. Here one can enjoy cascading water, overhang- ing bluff s and the cool mist from the falls. Activity Level: 4. Meeting location and time will be sent to participants in the email class reminder prior to the date of class. INSTRUCTOR: Josh Raney DAY/DATE: Wednesday, 4/7/21 (1) TIME: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM FORMAT: In person only LOCATION: Kings River COST: $25 OLLI Member $40 Non-OLLI Member PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY DESCRIPTION: Learn how to take bet- ter portraits. Diana Michelle Hausam is sharing her photography expertise in this 6 session class for OLLI members. Partici- pants will enhance their skills using bet- ter techniques in composition, framing and lighting. She will also help the par- ticipants use the camera functions more comfortably and become more techni- cally knowledgeable. In 6 weeks, each participant will see their picture taking improve and will get im- mediate feedback from a pro. Hausam teaches photography and Photoshop at NTI and displays her fi ne art work in gal- leries and museums, both locally and re- gionally. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best. All skill levels are welcome and all kinds of cameras are too, so take your portrait photography to the next level! Most sessions will take place outdoors. INSTRUCTOR: Diana Michelle Hausam DAY/DATE: Wednesdays & Fridays, 4/7/21 - 4/23/21 (6) TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM FORMAT: In person only LOCATION: Mt. Sequoyah COST: $69 OLLI Member $84 Non-OLLI Member NATIVE PLANT ECOLOGY DESCRIPTION: What makes a species 'native' to a given area? What are the ecological relationships between native plants and other elements of the eco- system such as birds and insects? What FORMAT KEY | = In-Person Only | = Virtual Only | = Choice of In-Person or Virtual