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Sessions: 11Class Date(s): 05-03-2021 to 08-09-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 09:00 AM → 10:00 AMInstructor: Rosalind WalkerTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomThis will be a beginner-level Pilates workout and will include other flexibility, range-of-motion, toning, and balance exercises. Improve your strength, flexibility, balance, mind and body awareness, postural alignment, and muscle tone. This class will help you relieve tension and boost energy. Participants must be comfortable getting down to and up... read moreThis will be a beginner-level Pilates workout and will include other flexibility, range-of-motion, toning, and balance exercises. Improve your strength, flexibility, balance, mind and body awareness, postural alignment, and muscle tone. This class will help you relieve tension and boost energy. Participants must be comfortable getting down to and up from the floor. Mats are needed. This class is recommended for students who want a more challenging workout. (Pilates is NOT recommended for those with osteoporosis). Class is taught via Zoom-You must have a computer/tablet/phone with audio and video capability. -
Sessions: 13Class Date(s): 05-03-2021 to 08-09-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 09:30 AM → 10:30 AMInstructor: Rhonda WrightTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomWe welcome all Oasis members 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 songs. Usually twice per session (participation optional) the chorus performs for residents at a nearby... read moreWe welcome all Oasis members 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 songs. Usually twice per session (participation optional) the chorus performs for residents at a nearby nursing home, hospital, or senior facility. Music truly does lift the spirit and feed the soul. Music pick up is scheduled for Tuesday, December 29th from 10a-10:30a. This class is held via Zoom. You must have access to a smart phone, tablet or computer with audio and video capability.
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Sessions: 11Class Date(s): 05-03-2021 to 08-09-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 10:30 AM → 11:30 AMInstructor: Rosalind WalkerTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomThis class is an energetic but doable, low-impact cardio and weight-training fitness workout designed not only to be safe for participants with bone density concerns, but infused with a variety of exercises to help increase bone density. Most of the weight-bearing, cardiovascular workout will be done standing. Dumbbells and fitness bands will be utilized... read moreThis class is an energetic but doable, low-impact cardio and weight-training fitness workout designed not only to be safe for participants with bone density concerns, but infused with a variety of exercises to help increase bone density. Most of the weight-bearing, cardiovascular workout will be done standing. Dumbbells and fitness bands will be utilized for the strength exercises. Have a light (2-5 lbs.) pair of dumbells, fitness band and a bottle of water. Class is held via Zoom. You must have a computer/tablet/phone with audio and video capability.
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Sessions: 4Class Date(s): 05-03-2021 to 08-02-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 12:30 PM → 01:30 PMInstructor: Jenny LloydTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomWe have many avid readers at Oasis Rochester who share books with each other. This peer-led group will meet four Mondays this trimester to critique and share ideas on a selected book and to recommend favorite books to one another. This group will stretch your literary horizons. Meeting dates are 5/3, 6/7, 7/12, 8/2. The book selection for May is 'The Book... read moreWe have many avid readers at Oasis Rochester who share books with each other. This peer-led group will meet four Mondays this trimester to critique and share ideas on a selected book and to recommend favorite books to one another. This group will stretch your literary horizons. Meeting dates are 5/3, 6/7, 7/12, 8/2. The book selection for May is 'The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek' by Kim Michelle Richardson. Class is held via Zoom. You must have a computer/tablet/phone with audio and video capability.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-03-2021 to 05-03-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 01:30 PM → 03:30 PMInstructor: Dr. Anton Porsteinsson, Director of the AD-CARE ProgramTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomThe University of Rochester Alzheimer’s Disease Care, Research and Education Program (AD-CARE) has dedicated 35 years conducting, directing, and consulting in clinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Dr. Anton Porsteinsson, Director of the AD-CARE Program, has devoted his career to the care and study of individuals with memory... read moreThe University of Rochester Alzheimer’s Disease Care, Research and Education Program (AD-CARE) has dedicated 35 years conducting, directing, and consulting in clinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Dr. Anton Porsteinsson, Director of the AD-CARE Program, has devoted his career to the care and study of individuals with memory disorders and is considered one of the leading experts in Alzheimer's disease and dementia. He is internationally recognized in clinical research, including several prominent national Alzheimer's prevention and treatment trials, and is the author and collaborator of hundreds of research publications. He also serves as a site principal investigator for multiple research grants from the National Institutes of Health and other leading funders. Please join Dr. Porsteinsson as he presents information on Alzheimer’s disease, prevention, and learn about exciting clinical trial opportunities with the AD-CARE program. Class is presented via Zoom. You must have a computer/tablet/phone with audio and video capability.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-10-2021 to 05-10-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 10:00 AM → 11:30 AMInstructor: Darla Bair, Interfaith TeacherTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomWe will be visited by seven women who were very much in touch with the Holy and Sacred. They are not all Christians. One of the women saw God as female; one of the women called God her Beloved. My hope is that these introductions will pique your interest in one of these women, so that you might want to delve further into her life and her... read moreWe will be visited by seven women who were very much in touch with the Holy and Sacred. They are not all Christians. One of the women saw God as female; one of the women called God her Beloved. My hope is that these introductions will pique your interest in one of these women, so that you might want to delve further into her life and her spirituality. Perhaps one of these women, six of whom are deceased, may call out to you for some further learning and, perhaps, inspiration. Darla Bair is the Director of the Calm in the Chaos Interfaith Center. Class is presented via Zoom.
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Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 05-10-2021 to 05-17-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 11:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: David WoodruffTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomCharles Ponzi was the embodiment of the concept of thinking big and believing in yourself. Probably no one ever born believed in his ability more than he did. And the 1920s was the get rich era of the American dream. When these two forces met it resulted in an explosion which cost millions. And through it all, when doubters assailed Charles Ponzi... read moreCharles Ponzi was the embodiment of the concept of thinking big and believing in yourself. Probably no one ever born believed in his ability more than he did. And the 1920s was the get rich era of the American dream. When these two forces met it resulted in an explosion which cost millions. And through it all, when doubters assailed Charles Ponzi claiming his visions weren't possible, he would! I'm the man!" For a while, he was. Sadly he would not be the last. The course is taught via Zoom. You must have a computer/tablet/phone with microphone and video capability.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-10-2021 to 05-10-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 1:30 PM → 2:30 AMInstructor: Elaine Miller, PhD, SUNY Brockport , retired; owner, ek miller ProductionsTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomThe 2020 presidential election is over, but the issues that weighed so heavily in the contest continue to demand the attention of the nation. With their talent for blending artistry, metaphor, and humor, political cartoonists are among our most effective observers and critics of those issues. As one cartoonist has put it, “Politics, as such, will never... read moreThe 2020 presidential election is over, but the issues that weighed so heavily in the contest continue to demand the attention of the nation. With their talent for blending artistry, metaphor, and humor, political cartoonists are among our most effective observers and critics of those issues. As one cartoonist has put it, “Politics, as such, will never cease to be a contentious business, and political cartoons are everyday in-the-moment commentaries on how we could still do better, all things considered.” Class is given via Zoom: You must have a phone/tablet/computer with audio and video capability,
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Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 06-07-2021 to 06-14-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 11:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: David WoodruffTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomPossibly the deadliest war in history, but certainly the deadliest of the 19th century. Like most Americans, you probably did not learn about the Taiping Rebellion as part of your standard education. One could easily manage to get through twelve years of public schooling and four years of college before ever learning about it, despite the fact even the... read morePossibly the deadliest war in history, but certainly the deadliest of the 19th century. Like most Americans, you probably did not learn about the Taiping Rebellion as part of your standard education. One could easily manage to get through twelve years of public schooling and four years of college before ever learning about it, despite the fact even the United States was involved and took casualties during this war. In the end it would cost the lives of between 20 and 70 million people. Its heroes are remembered by both free and Communist China. The course is taught via Zoom. You must have a computer/tablet/phone with microphone and video capability.
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Sessions: 5Class Date(s): 06-21-2021 to 07-26-2021Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 10:00 AM → 11:15 AMInstructor: Diane Macchiavelli, LAcTerm: 2021-2Location: ZoomThese ancient exercises are very simple to do yet give excellent results. Using breath work and self-massage methods, these easy to follow movements bring balance and relaxation to the body, mind and spirit alike, while also energizing the practitioner and sharpening their mental focus. The exercises are often prescribed by Tibetan and Chinese physicians... read moreThese ancient exercises are very simple to do yet give excellent results. Using breath work and self-massage methods, these easy to follow movements bring balance and relaxation to the body, mind and spirit alike, while also energizing the practitioner and sharpening their mental focus. The exercises are often prescribed by Tibetan and Chinese physicians and are highly doable for people of all ages, physical conditions and level of experience. Join us and find out for yourself! This class is given via Zoom. You must have a computer with internet connection, audio and video capability. You will be given a link for the class with your registration confirmation.
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