Rochester Oasis Classes

Rescheduled from 6/11.  Located in the Charlotte neighborhood near Lake Ontario and the Genesee River.  Follow Boxart Street until it dead ends in a parking area near the Genesee River.  We will walk north along the west shore of the Genesee.  This is a paved pathway with a scenic boardwalk over the river.  There is one moderately steep incline but we take it slow. Please come prepared with comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, a hat, water and sunscreen.  Boots and trekking poles are useful. Walk will only be cancelled in the event of heavy rain or thunder.  

Too often a difficult decision must be made quickly with little information or guidance when someone is about to be released from the hospital and needs rehabilitation or long-term care.  Or someone currently in a nursing home is not receiving good care and wants to move. This class will address what to look for in making a decision beyond the lovely lobby and brochure. Common problems that can be solved, how to advocate for quality care and residents’ rights will also be covered. Elder Justice Committee of Metro Justice is an organization regionally recognized for advocating for quality care for those living in nursing homes and assisted living communities.

The National Warplane Museum is dedicated to the preservation and display of significant historical and military aircraft and artifacts for the benefit and education of the public.  Located in Geneseo, New York, the Museum offers visitors an up-close, living history experience that connects the past with present-day audiences.  Get up close with legendary warbirds including the C‑47A Whiskey 7, Antonov An‑2R Colt, B‑23 Dragon, and other meticulously preserved aircraft from WWII and beyond.  Discover authentic jeeps, trucks, and the amphibious DUKW vehicle, along with other ground equipment that supported aviation operations during the war.  Experience personal connections to history through exhibits showcasing uniforms, photographs, oral histories, and artifacts that tell the human stories behind the machines.  Wear comfortable shoes for walking and dress for the weather as there are some outdoor exhibits. RSVP by 7/16 at noon.

While most New Yorkers are familiar with Rieslings produced in our immediate surrounds, the wine is produced worldwide.   Not all Rieslings are created equal or identical.  In this class, we will explore the many facets of this wine. RSVP by 6/19 at noon.

Chardonnay is ubiquitous, and one often hears phrases such as “anything but Chardonnay."  That assumes a uniformity to these wines that is not accurate.  In this class, we will explore a range of Chardonnays from various countries and with various production methods that will demonstrate the versatility of this grape. RSVP by 7/24 at noon.