Rochester Oasis Classes

  • RECORDED
    November 2 – November 9
    Monday
    11:00 AM → 12:00 PM
    Sessions: 2
    Instructor: David Woodruff
    Locations: Oasis Rochester
    The 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...
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    The 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 ridiculous ideas. Some of which made it off the drawing board. We examine how a truly wild bunch walked the tightrope between speed, protection, and firepower.  And what failed. Please register for this class if you are interested in participating via in person only.  
  • RECORDED
    November 2 – November 9
    Monday
    11:00 AM → 12:00 PM
    Sessions: 2
    Instructor: David Woodruff
    Locations: Zoom
    The 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...
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    The 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 ridiculous ideas. Some of which made it off the drawing board. We examine how a truly wild bunch walked the tightrope between speed, protection, and firepower. And what failed. Please register for this class if you are interested in participating via Zoom only.  

  • November 9
    Monday
    1:00 PM → 2:30 PM
    Sessions: 1
    Instructor: Bruce Smoller, Sommelier
    Locations: Oasis Rochester
    Good wine does not have to cost a fortune.  In this class, I will present a strategy that will enable participants to choose wines that provide good value, as well as high quality.  In effect, this class addresses a tiny view of the micro-economics of producing, marketing and selling wines.  A series of 5 such wines will be presented as examples.  RSVP...
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    Good wine does not have to cost a fortune.  In this class, I will present a strategy that will enable participants to choose wines that provide good value, as well as high quality.  In effect, this class addresses a tiny view of the micro-economics of producing, marketing and selling wines.  A series of 5 such wines will be presented as examples.  RSVP by 11/2 at noon.
  • November 3
    Tuesday
    1:00 PM → 3:00 PM
    Sessions: 1
    Instructor: Lisa Robinson, Central Creatives
    Locations: Central Creatives
    Painting heirloom recipe cards is a lovely way to preserve family culinary traditions. Hand paint elements or ingredients from the recipe to make decorative borders. Practice painting fruits and veggies, utensils and baked goods. These fun skills will allow you to begin your own recipe journal or a special art piece to frame for our home kitchen....
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    Painting heirloom recipe cards is a lovely way to preserve family culinary traditions. Hand paint elements or ingredients from the recipe to make decorative borders. Practice painting fruits and veggies, utensils and baked goods. These fun skills will allow you to begin your own recipe journal or a special art piece to frame for our home kitchen. Materials are included.
     
     
     
  • November 4 – November 11
    Wednesday
    1:00 PM → 4:00 PM
    Sessions: 2
    Instructor: Otto Bruno, author 'Barney Miller and the Files of the Ol' One-Two’
    Locations: Oasis Rochester
    How can you tell the story of a star like Bette Davis in just four movies? Simple, you can't. That's why we're going to explore just a little more from the filmography of this giant of American film in a two week addendum to our summer survey into "la Davis." Don't miss out on the continuing...
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    How can you tell the story of a star like Bette Davis in just four movies? Simple, you can't. That's why we're going to explore just a little more from the filmography of this giant of American film in a two week addendum to our summer survey into "la Davis." Don't miss out on the continuing fun!
  • RECORDED
    November 5
    Thursday
    1:00 PM → 2:00 PM
    Sessions: 1
    Instructor: Steve Schockow, Retired History Teacher
    Locations: Oasis Rochester
    Much too often, we forget about our U.S. Presidents who have served only one term in office.  This class will analyze four of those Presidencies – John Adams, Martin Van Buren, Benjamin Harrison and George H.W. Bush.  This session will help us think about the contributions they made to our nation and will beg the question:  Would the nation have...
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    Much too often, we forget about our U.S. Presidents who have served only one term in office.  This class will analyze four of those Presidencies – John Adams, Martin Van Buren, Benjamin Harrison and George H.W. Bush.  This session will help us think about the contributions they made to our nation and will beg the question:  Would the nation have prospered if they won their bids for re-election?
  • RECORDED
    November 5
    Thursday
    1:00 PM → 2:00 PM
    Sessions: 1
    Instructor: Steve Schockow, Retired History Teacher
    Locations: Zoom
     Much too often, we forget about our U.S. Presidents who have served only one term in office.  This class will analyze four of those Presidencies – John Adams, Martin Van Buren, Benjamin Harrison and George H.W. Bush.  This session will help us think about the contributions they made to our nation and will beg the question:  Would the nation have...
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     Much too often, we forget about our U.S. Presidents who have served only one term in office.  This class will analyze four of those Presidencies – John Adams, Martin Van Buren, Benjamin Harrison and George H.W. Bush.  This session will help us think about the contributions they made to our nation and will beg the question:  Would the nation have prospered if they won their bids for re-election?  Please register for this class if you plan to join via Zoom using your phone, laptop or tablet.
     
  • November 11
    Wednesday
    10:30 AM → 11:30 AM
    Sessions: 1
    Instructor: Benjamin T. Massarini, CPT, LOG, NYARNG
    Locations: Oasis Rochester
    With severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions....
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    With severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions. The 1.5 hour long training course will provide an introduction to responding to a natural or man-made disaster. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies. This program is the only one of its kind nationally and New York State is the only state providing an educational program, taught by the National Guard, on Disaster Preparedness.
  • October 22
    Thursday
    1:00 PM → 3:00 PM
    Sessions: 1
    Instructor: Susan Carmen-Duffy
    Locations: Central Creatives
    Claude Monet found endless inspiration in water, light, and gardens. In this workshop we'll create an acrylic painting inspired by reflections, movement, and color. Rather than focusing on perfect details, we'll explore loose brushwork and the impressionist approach to painting what we see and what we feel. This is a wonderful workshop for beginners and...
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    Claude Monet found endless inspiration in water, light, and gardens. In this workshop we'll create an acrylic painting inspired by reflections, movement, and color. Rather than focusing on perfect details, we'll explore loose brushwork and the impressionist approach to painting what we see and what we feel. This is a wonderful workshop for beginners and experienced painters alike.
  • November 12
    Thursday
    11:00 AM → 12:00 PM
    Sessions: 1
    Instructor: Roberta R Ryan
    Locations: Oasis Rochester
    In this class, we’ll look at matinee idols who fought in WWI and WWII. Some we all know and some will surprise you (maybe). We’ll also touch on those who didn’t go, as well as how their service  - or not - affected their career. There may even be a song or two thrown in, just for fun. Join us to see how it went for beloved celebrities “Over...
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    In this class, we’ll look at matinee idols who fought in WWI and WWII. Some we all know and some will surprise you (maybe). We’ll also touch on those who didn’t go, as well as how their service  - or not - affected their career. There may even be a song or two thrown in, just for fun. Join us to see how it went for beloved celebrities “Over There”.
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