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Reminder: MASKS ARE REQUIRED IN THE CLASSROOM FOR BOTH INSTRUCTORS AND STUDENTS.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n Click here to get a SNEAK PEEK at SPRING classes! *Members with expiration dates during the month of March<\/b><\/span> should renew now in order to register on March 14. Click here to log on to renew<\/a> or call 401-874-4197.<\/p>\n *<\/span>SUMMER COURSE PROPOSALS DUE<\/span><\/b> Think you might like to teach for OLLI? Or do you know a great teacher? Summer course proposals are due March 1. Click here to fill out a course proposal form. If you have any questions, please call Beth Desrosiers at 401-874-4197. <\/span><\/p>\n Monday<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n Tuesday<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n Wednesday<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n Thursday<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n Friday<\/b><\/p>\n CLASS SPOTLIGHTS Log on to register<\/b><\/a> or call the office at 401-874-4197.<\/u><\/p>\n Overcoming Negativity with Bob Cipriano <\/span>(Starts Tuesday, Call the office to register)<\/span><\/b> There\u2019s always a storm brewing. Every mild start to winter brings dire predictions of how we\u2019ll pay for it later. A couple of sneezes means the flu. Your drive-thru order will be botched. Your favorite team is going to lose. And that unusual pain? You must be at death\u2019s door. Where did this negativity come from? Past experience? Maybe, a little. But we influence our own reality. Why dwell on the worst? It isn\u2019t your bad luck that needs changing\u2014it\u2019s your attitude. Humans have been programmed for negativity ever since we came out from the caves. It\u2019s time for a new program. We\u2019ll discuss the entire notion of inevitability and reconsider the whole concept of expectations. You\u2019ll leave with a fresh perspective on daily life and the freedom that comes with it. For the first class: Come prepared to talk about anything you’re comfortable discussing when it comes to the role negativity plays in your own experiences.<\/p>\n Rare Plants of Rhode Island with Elizabeth Dickson and Karen Asher<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n 2 Sessions beginning Wednesday, March 2, from 9:30AM-11:00AM Click here to watch the Virtual Preview.<\/a><\/p>\n Although small in size, Rhode Island has a wide range of ecological habitats that support a rich diversity of plants, including seldom seen rare plant species. We will discuss definitions of rarity, habitats that support rare plant species, the importance of rare plants, the threats to their continued existence and ways of protecting them. We hope you will be inspired to keep your eyes open for these intriguing and often hidden beauties.<\/p>\n Roger Williams Zoo Virtual Meet and Greet<\/span><\/b> With us again this semester are educato<\/span>rs from the Roger Williams Park Zoo. They will introduce us to three animal ambassadors. During this interactive presentation, you’ll get up close to the animals and learn all about these wild wonders. As leaders in conservation and animal care, zoo staff create engaging experiences that empower guests to join in conserving wildlife and wild places. Participants interact by asking questions throughout the presentation. Log on with your grandchildren for this fun animal experience!<\/span><\/p>\n SHARE YOUR TALENTS AND EXPERTISE WITH OLLI.<\/span><\/b> We are seeking assistance with both Marketing and Outreach efforts as we grow our membership. Very simply we are asking for fresh ideas and best practices. If you are interested in joining a one-time brainstorm session please reach out to Beth Leconte at 401-874-2405, bleconte@uri.edu<\/a>. We are hoping to set a meeting date within the next few weeks. Another way you can help is to let Beth know what neighborhoods, faith-based communities, and other organized groups in which you are a member. This will help us reach out to others who may enjoy the benefits of an OLLI membership. Together let\u2019s spread the word<\/span><\/p>\n URI EVENTS: <\/span><\/b>Click here.<\/a><\/p>\n GFWC WOMAN’S CLUB OF SOUTH COUNTY SCHOLARSHIPS<\/span><\/b>. <\/span> Week of February 28 Reminder: MASKS ARE REQUIRED IN THE CLASSROOM FOR BOTH INSTRUCTORS AND STUDENTS. Click here to get a SNEAK PEEK at SPRING classes! Classes can be viewed online beginning March 7. 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\n<\/a>Classes can be viewed online beginning March 7. Registration starts March 14.<\/p>\n\n
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\n2 Sessions, beginning March 1, 4:00PM-5:30PM Click here to watch the Virtual Preview. <\/a><\/p>\n
\n1 Session on Monday, March 7, from 10-11AM Click here to watch the Virtual Preview.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n
\nMany of our OLLI members are active with GFWC and they are asking that you refer women over the age of 19 to apply. They are seeking applicants from highly motivated women, 19 and older, with or without dependents, who need further education or training to become more self-supporting. This is for women of: Block Island, Charlestown, Exeter, Hopkinton, Narragansett, North Kingstown, Richmond, South Kingstown, and Westerly. Scholarships awarded are for tuition toward certifications or first degrees linked to career advancement. Call 401-295-190 or go to gfwcri.org<\/a> (South County).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"