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Week of May 4, 2026<\/strong> \"\ud83c\udf3c\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SHINGLES VACCINE CLINIC<\/strong> <\/strong>Did you receive your 1st Shingles Vaccine dose at our clinic in March? It\u2019s time for your 2nd dose!<\/strong> Or come for your 1st dose! Join us on Wed, May 6, 10:00AM-2:00PM <\/strong>in the OLLI Lobby. Get your vaccine, check your blood pressure and help pharmacy students practice their skills and grow as future healthcare professionals. Please bring health insurance information and wear appropriate attire. Email Dr. Lemay at glemay@uri.edu<\/a> with any questions or concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OLLI TRIPS & TOURS <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

INVITE A FRIEND to JOIN YOU!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SECRET GARDENS & STORIED HOMES – <\/strong>Escape for a day to scenic Litchfield Hills, CT! Explore three historical gardens filled with vibrant blooms and tour two house museums with expert guides sharing stories of colonial and early 20th century life. This adventure begins at 7:00AM with bus pick up at URI* and includes Bellamy Ferriday House and Gardens, Hollister House Garden, Lunch at a Marketplace Kitchen in Central Litchfield**, The Glebe House Museum and Gertrude Jekyll Garden, and the Woodbury Factory Store.*Comfort stops to and from destination **Group Menu TBA Tues, Jun 2, 2026 7AM-7PM $200  Click Here for More Info & To Register<\/a><\/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. Friday, May 8, from 10-11:30AM <\/strong> Click Here to Register<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

OSHER ONLINE COMMUNITY EVENT<\/strong> – After the Artemis II Journey What We Know (and Don\u2019t Know) About the Moon, <\/em><\/strong>Free <\/em><\/strong>Webinar, Now that the Artemis astronauts have returned safely, we look ahead to renewed exploration of our nearest neighbor, the Moon. July 20 marks the 57th anniversary of humanity\u2019s first steps on its surface. Since then, Apollo missions, robotic probes, and Earth-based observations have revealed a surprising world. In this non-technical talk, Andrew Fraknoi explores the Moon\u2019s past, present, and future including its violent origins, the mystery of frozen water at its poles, and its gradual drift away from Earth. With striking images from orbit and the surface, he brings the Moon to life as an eerie world next door, a changing object in our skies, and a possible future destination for humanity and its ambitions.Mon, May 11, 5PM Space Is limited – registration is required Click Here for More Info & To Register<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

OLLI EVENT<\/strong> – Cheers to Lifelong Learning at the Tilted Barn <\/strong>Join your OLLI friends for a relaxing afternoon at Tilted Barn Brewery. Enjoy the charm of a farm setting while sampling a wide selection of craft beverages available for purchase. Grab a bite from the visiting food trucks or bring along your favorite snacks to share. For extra comfort, feel free to bring a chair, settle in, and unwind with fellow OLLI members. It’s the perfect chance to connect, sip and savor time together. Thur, June 4, 5:00PM-7:00PM Click Here To Register<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Forest Bathing Walk Session #2 – <\/strong>1 Session with Mary Jane Sorrentino Thurs, May 7, 9:30-11:30 AM 6 Spots Left! Click Here for More Info & To Register<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overcoming Adversity with Resilience: A Brain Injury Survivor\u2019s Story – <\/strong>1 Session with Joan Gardiner Mon, May 11 1:30-3PM Click Here for More Info & To Register<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

NEW SPRING CLASS ADDITIONS (not listed in the catalog) <\/strong>–<\/strong><\/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 to Register<\/a><\/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 Here to Register<\/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

DATE CHANGE<\/strong> <\/strong>– The date for the class Understanding<\/em><\/strong> <\/em>Ultraprocessed Foods and Cardiometabolic Risk<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong>originally scheduled for Thurs, May 14, 1PM-2:30PM <\/strong>has been changed to Tuesday, May 19th, 1PM-2:30PM.  <\/strong>If you were registered and are unable to attend on the new date, please email the office or call 401-874-4197 and we will be happy to refund your payment. There are now additional seats available for this class. Click Here<\/a> if you would like to register.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NEW SESSION-<\/strong>The following second session was added to the spring semester. Please look at the dates carefully – second session<\/strong> – not the date originally listed in the catalog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Westerly Museum of American Impressionism -Tour #2<\/a>– Sat, May 23, 10:30AM-11:15AM 4 Spots Left!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OLLI SERVES UPDATE<\/strong> \"\ud83d\udc15\"\"\ud83d\udc31\"\"\ud83d\udc29\"\"\ud83e\uddb4\"What a successful pet drive we had!  We collected a bounty of pet food, toys & supplies for needy pets in our area. THANK YOU<\/strong> to everyone who participated in this impactful effort to support the local non-profit ‘Animal Refuge RI’ located in Peacedale!   If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about this organization please visit their website at: AnimalRefugeRI.org<\/a>.  Also, if you know of any non-profit organizations in the area that might benefit from our OLLI SERVES initiative – please contact Maria Masse, Membership Coordinator in the OLLI at URI office at 401.874.4194 or email maria.masse@uri.edu<\/a>. <\/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