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Week of March 30, 2026<\/strong> \"\ud83c\udf3c\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TRAFFIC ALERT <\/strong>– ACCESS TO FLAGG RD WILL BE LIMITED UNTIL APR 3<\/strong>. The easiest way to access the Plains Rd Lot #25 – Take Rt.138 to Plains Rd – Take Plains Rd to Lot #25 on the right. The sidewalk from Lot #25 to OLLI (210 Flagg Rd) is OPEN & ACCESSIBLE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SPRING REGISTRATION IS ONGOING! –<\/strong> Click Here<\/a> to browse the online catalog. Click Here<\/a> to log into your OLLI account and register for classes or feel free to give us a call in the office at 401-874-4197. You can also visit us at 210 Flagg Rd or download and complete the Registration Form<\/a> and include a check (made out to URI).  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

NEW SPRING CLASS ADDITIONS (not listed in the catalog) <\/strong>–<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art in the Courthouse – <\/strong>1 Session with Retired Justice Gilbert V. Indeglia at The McGrath Judicial Complex. Friday, June 5, 1:30PM-3:00PM. After a welcome by Hon. Gilbert V. Indeglia (Ret.) and Kara Picozzi of the Rhode Island Supreme Court, our tour will include a look into the current photography exhibit featured as part of our community art initiative \u201cArt in the Courthouse.\u201d The visit includes a conversation with the artist. The 90-minute tour includes a short walk and a Q & A with a judicial officer. Free parking onsite. Click for More info<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The History of Modern Architecture and Urbanism, Part 2 – <\/strong>3 Sessions with Richard Levy, beginning Thurs, May, 7 3-4:30PM $40 <\/strong>Click Here for More Info<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make Your Own Spring Flower Arrangement – <\/strong>1 Session with Floral Designs by Donna, Thurs, Apr 2, 5:30-7:30PM $55 Click Here for More Info<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fostering Safe Spaces for Members of the LGBTQ Community<\/strong> – 1 Session with Gerri August & Annmarie Vaccaro, Thurs Apr 23, 10-11:30AM Click Here for More Info<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click Here<\/a> to check out the virtual previews for some of OLLI\u2019s spring classes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

VOLUNTEER WITH US! <\/strong>– <\/strong> OLLI continues to be a strong organization due in part to members serving on various committees providing leadership in partnership with the staff. It\u2019s time to recruit new volunteers for our Curriculum, Finance, Program, & Events<\/strong> Committees.<\/strong> To learn more about these opportunities, please attend one of these upcoming meetings – Thursday, April 2, at 10AM or Friday April, 3 at 1PM <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

OSHER ONLINE ORIENTATION <\/strong>–<\/strong>If you have enrolled in an <\/strong>Osher Online Class you will receive an email containing login information needed to access your course materials and ZOOM classroom. If this is your first time attending an Osher Online class and you were not able to attend the orientation on Tuesday, March 24, a recording will be available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

OLLI NEW MEMBER WELCOME<\/strong> – <\/strong>Are you new to OLLI @ URI? or returning after being gone awhile? Both current and new members are invited to attend and learn about all OLLI has to offer. We\u2019ll review our current programs, and our special interest groups, all while exploring and becoming more familiar with our OLLI website and registration software. Plenty of time for Q & A. Coffee & refreshments too! Join us! <\/strong>Bring a friend! <\/strong>Non-members welcome! If you are not a member and need a temporary parking pass, please call the OLLI office at 401-874-4197.Wed, Apr 8, 11:30AM Click Here to Register<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SPRING IS HERE!<\/strong>\"\ud83c\udf37\"– Is there a more hopeful season especially after the winter we\u2019ve endured? Come celebrate spring with us as we greet the new semester. We are always interested in learning from our members\u2026What brings you purpose? What brings you joy? What brings you peace?  Please stop by the lobby during the first week of spring semester (April 6 -10). We encourage you to share your thoughts and reflections on our idea board that will be in the OLLI lobby for the week\u2019s entirety.  Some small treats will also be on hand to help fuel your ideas.  We will collect your responses and share common themes that emerge with the greater OLLI community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AND THE WINNER IS\u2026\u2026NORM PARENTEAU! <\/strong> This year\u2019s OLLI Oscar Party was a big success! OLLI member Norm Parenteau correctly picked 20<\/strong> academy award winners and won a $25 OLLI Gift Card! Congratulations Norm!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PARKING <\/strong>– <\/strong>OLLI Members continue to enjoy FREE<\/strong> parking (with permit) in the Plains Rd Lot (#25)<\/strong>. Click Here <\/a>for more information about parking and disabled parking or call the office at 401.874.4197 with any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

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