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August 21 Friday12:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Locations: Little TheatreEnjoy a private screening for Oasis members only of a currently running movie at the Little Theatre. In the past, we've had several Academy Award winners. We select the movie based on what is playing at the theatre - you take your chances and enjoy a wonderful afternoon with friends. The movie will be announced via Facebook and an email by Tuesday of the... read more -
September 14 – November 9 Monday9:30 AM → 10:30 AMSessions: 9Instructor: Tim FarnumLocations: Oasis RochesterT'ai Chi, a 2,000-year-old form of exercise, is gentle and self-paced. The slow and continuous movements lengthen and strengthen the muscles while relaxing the mind. It is used as therapy for chronic pain, high blood pressure, depression, and limited mobility. Described as swimming through air, it is a perfect exercise for all ages and abilities. It can be... read more -
September 14 – September 21 Monday10:00 AM → 11:00 AMSessions: 2Instructor: Pat MartinezLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is your opportunity to have two private lessons with Pat and learn whatever you need to advance your technology skills. Includes iPhone or Android phones, laptops or Alexa devices, but no Mac laptops... read more -
September 14 – November 9 Monday10:45 AM → 11:45 AMSessions: 9Instructor: Tim FarnumLocations: Oasis RochesterThis more advanced level of T'ai Chi is for those students who have taken previously taken T'ai... read more
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RECORDEDSeptember 14 – September 21 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: Oasis RochesterA Short History of Lying to the Public. You’d be surprised how far back in history humans have lied to each other and called it news. Even in your average democracy. From a very young age, we’re told not to lie, but the minute we get into business, we forget everything our parents taught us. Even though we understand that the lies have consequences.... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 2 – November 9 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: Oasis RochesterThe Modern Knight of the Battlefield. Anyone who has used a website can tell you all about technology gone horribly wrong. But there is a science fiction-like element to the invention of the tank. And a whole new level of wrong that deserves its own category. We’ll blow apart some myths about the invention of the armored vehicle. And look at some truly... read more -
RECORDEDSeptember 14 – September 21 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: ZoomA Short History of Lying to the Public. You’d be surprised how far back in history humans have lied to each other and called it news. Even in your average democracy. From a very young age, we’re told not to lie, but the minute we get into business, we forget everything our parents taught us. Even though we understand that the lies have consequences.... read more
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September 14 – September 21 Monday11:15 AM → 12:15 PMSessions: 2Instructor: Pat MartinezLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is your opportunity to have two private lessons with Pat and learn whatever you need to advance your technology skills. Includes iPhone or Android phones, laptops or Alexa devices, but no Mac laptops... read more
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September 14 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Bruce Smoller, SommelierLocations: Oasis RochesterIn this class, we will explore wines from Lebanon and Israel, along with several other regions. While not well known, the quality of the wines from this region is greatly improving as the worldwide availability increases. Approximately 5 wines from the region will be presented, along with a discussion of their production methods and qualities. These... read more -
September 14 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Michael NighanLocations: Oasis RochesterAlthough Susan B. Anthony, as one of America’s most famous women, has been honored by appearing on postage stamps and coinage, the story of how she got there - and the times that attempts to commemorate her in that manner failed - hasn’t been told. In “Stamping on Rochester and Susan B”, and “What’s (Not) in Your Wallet”, Michael J. Nighan... read more -
September 14 – December 14 No Class: 11/30Monday2:30 PM → 3:30 PMSessions: 13Instructor: Rhonda WrightLocations: ZoomWe welcome all Oasis participants who enjoy singing, and those who think they might, to give us a try. There are no auditions and newcomers are always welcome. The chorus learns to sing in harmony to favorites and popular Broadway tunes to new contemporary arrangements. The Chorus usually performs one outreach concert for residents at a nearby nursing home... read more -
September 21 – October 19 No Class: 10/12Monday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Guy NeriLocations: Oasis RochesterIn class, you will learn to cut, grind and assemble the pieces of glass using the two traditional methods of copper foil and lead cane, both of which require using a soldering iron. Over the course of our time spent together you will make two simple projects: a sun catcher and an angel. This is a hands on experience so please wear something you... read more -
September 28 – October 5 Monday10:00 AM → 11:00 AMSessions: 2Instructor: Pat MartinezLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is your opportunity to have two private lessons with Pat and learn whatever you need to advance your technology skills. Includes iPhone or Android phones, laptops or Alexa devices, but no Mac laptops... read more
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RECORDEDSeptember 28 – October 5 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: Oasis RochesterSwan versus the Boar. The crown of the King of England moved around over eight different heads in the fifteenth century. But it wasn’t just two sides fighting over the royal seat. These were cousins. Blood relatives. And none of them had any problem shedding that blood to get what they wanted. A place at the front of the line. The top of the hill. But the... read more -
RECORDEDSeptember 28 – October 5 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: ZoomA Swan versus the Boar. The crown of the King of England moved around over eight different heads in the fifteenth century. But it wasn’t just two sides fighting over the royal seat. These were cousins. Blood relatives. And none of them had any problem shedding that blood to get what they wanted. A place at the front of the line. The top of the hill. But... read more
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September 28 – October 5 Monday11:15 AM → 12:15 PMSessions: 2Instructor: Pat MartinezLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is your opportunity to have two private lessons with Pat and learn whatever you need to advance your technology skills. Includes iPhone or Android phones, laptops or Alexa devices, but no Mac laptops... read more
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RECORDEDOctober 12 – October 26 No Class: 10/19Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: Oasis RochesterThe Misunderstood King. In 1763, America loved this guy. We put up a statue of him in New York City. He was the twelfth English king to lay claim to this part of North America. And by 1776, we hated his guts… and told him so in our Declaration of Independence. Now, 250 years after that eventful day, it might be worth a minute to see who this person was.... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 12 – October 26 No Class: 10/19Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: ZoomThe Misunderstood King. In 1763, America loved this guy. We put up a statue of him in New York City. He was the twelfth English king to lay claim to this part of North America. And by 1776, we hated his guts… and told him so in our Declaration of Independence. Now, 250 years after that eventful day, it might be worth a minute to see who this person was.... read more
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October 12 – November 2 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Monk Rowe, Fillius Jazz Archive DirectorLocations: Oasis RochesterMonk Rowe, the Director of the Fillius Jazz Archive at Hamilton College, follows up his first successful Oasis course with a new program of jazz oral history excerpts. Since 1995, Monk has conducted over 500 video interviews with jazz artists that cover the breadth and lore of the music’s storied history. With Romy Britell, Monk co-authored the book, Jazz... read more -
October 19 Monday10:00 AM → 11:00 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Matt Kennel, AFC VacationsLocations: ZoomLearn all about these upcoming trips. Great Canadian Cities is scheduled to begin on June 16th, 2027 and Highlights of England, Scotland and Wales on November 3, 2027. In this online meeting with host AFC Vacations and interested participants from Oasis Rochester, as well as Syracuse and Washington Metro centers, you will be able to get all your questions... read more
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