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Week of September 22, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CYBER SENIORS IS BACK THIS WEEK – <\/strong>Cyber Seniors is back Beginning Tuesday, September 23!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stop by and meet Keira on Tuesdays, from 1:30PM to 3:30PM for help with all your technology needs: Laptops, Phones, Tablets and more! No appointment needed. You can also check out the national CyberSenior program<\/a> & connect over Zoom!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IF YOU ARE ATTENDING CLASSES AT OLLI, YOU MUST HAVE A PARKING PASS! <\/strong>If you are not sure, please call the office at 401-874-4197. Parking is FREE with membership but you must register your vehicle now if you are taking classes in 2025 -2026. If you get a ticket you will be responsible for appealing it with the URI parking administration. If you would like us to renew your parking pass we need the following information as soon as possible: License Plate #, Car Make, Model & Color and if your car is gas, electric or hybrid.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

FLU VACCINE CLINIC AND BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING at OLLI<\/strong>– <\/strong>URI Pharmacy students will be in the OLLI lobby on Thursday, October 30, from 11:00AM-1:00PM. Bring your insurance information and wear appropriate clothing. By participating, you\u2019re not only taking a step toward better health\u2014you\u2019re also giving students valuable hands-on experience that helps them grow into compassionate, skilled professionals. Your presence makes a difference. Come by, roll up your sleeve, and be part of their learning journey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NEW SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP <\/strong>– Registration is now open for our newest Special Interest Group…Game On!<\/strong> Register online<\/a> or call 401-874-4197. First date of play is September 30, and continues every Tuesday from 1:00PM – 3:00PM in the OLLI lobby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THESE SECOND SESSIONS! <\/strong>(Please look at the dates carefully as these are second sessions and not the dates listed in the catalog.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Poetry of Mary Oliver – Session 2<\/a> – 2 sessions with Betty Bogutt Fri, Dec 5 & 12, 9:30-11AM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch Island: Pasture, Fortress, Park – Session 2<\/a> – 1 session with Brian Wallin Tues, December 9, 10-11:30AM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s Explore the Google Suite – Session 2<\/a> – 5 sessions with Peter Stetson Mondays, Nov 10, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8, 1-2:30PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japanese American Incarceration During WWII – Session 2<\/a> – 1 session with Ken Nomiyama Thurs, Nov 20, 1-2:30PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Salem Witch Crisis of 1692 – Session 2<\/a> – 3 Sessions with Gale Eaton, Thurs, Oct 16, 23, 30 1:30-3PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

VIRTUAL PREVIEWS<\/strong>– Click here<\/a> to check out our Virtual Previews for the upcoming Fall semester. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLASS SPOTLIGHT-<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Introduction To Flying Drones – <\/strong>1 Session with Peter Vogt Tues Sept 23 1:30-3PM This course offers an overview of commercially available drones, outlining the responsibilities of drone pilots and the regulatory framework established by the FAA. Participants will gain insights into safe operation practices, the FAA registration process, and practical tips for flying drones. Click Here<\/a> to register<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This class is open to non-members so you can register a friend to come with you!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purpose Driven Retirement<\/strong> – 5 Sessions With Jet Vertz begin Sat, Sept 27, 10-11:30AM This course is designed to empower and inspire retirees to set meaningful, achievable, and motivating goals for their retirement years. Research shows that having a clear sense of purpose and direction not only enhances quality of life but can also contribute to greater longevity. By setting and pursuing personal goals, participants will stimulate their minds, take purposeful action, and experience a renewed sense of self-worth and fulfillment. Click Here <\/a>to register.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lagerst\u00e4tte, an Introduction – <\/strong>1 Session with Ernest Zielinski Tue Sept, 30 1:30-3PM <\/strong>Join this introduction to fossil sites known as Lagerst\u00e4tte (German for storage area), which are areas where the fossils are part of a motherlode, where there are either a great many disarticulated fossils such as a bone bed, or where the fossils are in a state of exceptional preservation. There are numerous Lagerst\u00e4tte throughout the world, some of which are open to amateur collectors but most of which are open only to researchers with credentials. We will address the problems paleontologists face with new discoveries at these sites, discuss some curious examples, and discover the reasons why many Lagerst\u00e4tte are restricted. <\/strong>Click Here<\/a> to register<\/p>\n\n\n\n

THIS WEEK AT OLLI <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n