This Week at OLLI
Monday
- 9:30AM Improv-The Power of Play
- 1:00PM One Hundred Years of Solitude
- 3:30PM Exploring RI’s History Through Cemeteries
Tuesday
- 9:30AM Women in Combat
- 1:00PM The History and Future of Automobiles
- 1:45pm Golf
Wednesday
- 9:30AM Aviation Literature
- 1:00PM Walking Group
Thursday
- 9:30AM The Labyrinth: Its History, Use and Design
- 11AM Early Vocal Groups
- 1:00PM Mah Jonng
- 3:00PM Finance Committee
Friday
- 1:00PM Book Club
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CLASS SPOTLIGHT–Register online
Women in Combat with Brian Wallin
Tues, July 13, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM $10.00
Starting with the first woman known to bear arms under the American flag, this program traces the exploits of those brave women who, sometimes dressed in male attire, fought in the defense of their country. Rhode Island’s own Kady Brownell, who fought beside her husband in the Civil War, is one of the heroic figures presented. The lecture also includes spy stories and traces the changing role of women in the military up to today.
The Labyrinth: Its History, Use, and Design with Yadina Clark
Thurs, July 15, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM $10.00
The labyrinth is an ancient structure dating back thousands of years and found in numerous places around the world. It has become a symbol, now seen in public and private settings, of an opportunity for personal reflection, spiritual practice, or the reduction of stress in many situations. Explore the benefits of meditative walking and the labyrinth experience, the ebb and flow of labyrinth use throughout history, the variety of ancient and contemporary labyrinth designs, and the many labyrinths in the New England region.
Surviving a Year of Pandemic with Kathleen Greer Tues, July 20, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM $10.00
The pandemic has taken a great psychological toll on individuals and families over the past year. This session will provide an opportunity to gather virtually to discuss trauma and resilience with others. By sharing what we’ve learned, participants will be able to connect, re-frame, and rebuild from the strength and experiences of others.
OLLI 101, Tuesday, July 20, at 11AM
Both current and new members are invited to log in and learn about all OLLI has to offer in this virtual presentation and discussion. We’ll discuss our history, our current programs, and our special interest groups while exploring and becoming more familiar with our OLLI website and software. Plenty of time for Q & A. Join us! Click here to register.
July Tech Talk
Photos, Photos and Photos, OH MY!!
Thursday, July 29, 11:30AM
The discussion this month will be about the storage & organization of all our photos on our different devices. The first half will focus on suggestions and the second half will allow for open discussion & sharing of other alternatives from those attending.
Do you have a smart phone with hundreds (if not more) pictures stored on the phone? Do you worry what would happen to the photos if you lost your phone? Do you wish you could organize them into virtual “albums”? Did you know that you can access them via a computer and thus have access to them anywhere – NOT just on your phone? Did you know that typically photos take up the largest amount of storage space on your smartphone and wish you could free some of that space?
Whether you use an iPhone or an Android or any other smartphone with a camera, you can do these things. Join us at the July Tech Talks and see how! Click here to register.