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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-03-2023 to 04-03-2023Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 12:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Otto Bruno, host of Jazz 90.1 FM’s “Sinatra and Company”Term: 2023-1Location: Oasis RochesterThis film has it all - laughs, larceny, drama and suspense. Director Billy Wilder's use of humor in a picture about a prisoner of war camp in WW II Germany may have initially been shocking to 1953 audiences but it proved to be a big hit at the box office and with the critics. The film garnered three Academy Award nominations and brought home the Oscar for... read moreThis film has it all - laughs, larceny, drama and suspense. Director Billy Wilder's use of humor in a picture about a prisoner of war camp in WW II Germany may have initially been shocking to 1953 audiences but it proved to be a big hit at the box office and with the critics. The film garnered three Academy Award nominations and brought home the Oscar for actor William Holden. The story also spawned a controversial 1960s sitcom but the brilliance and appreciation of this film endures 70 years after its' premiere. -
Sessions: 3Class Date(s): 03-29-2023 to 04-12-2023Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:30 PM → 03:00 PMInstructor: Otto Bruno, host of Jazz 90.1 FM’s “Sinatra and Company”Term: 2023-1Location: Oasis RochesterCome join us for a fun-filled getaway to picturesque and hilarious Mayberry, North Carolina. Andy Griffith had to be persuaded to translate his naive but shrewd mountain persona to the small screen by legendary producer Sheldon Leonard but the popularity of The Andy Griffith Show exceeded all expectations. The gentle humor and idiosyncratic characters... read moreCome join us for a fun-filled getaway to picturesque and hilarious Mayberry, North Carolina. Andy Griffith had to be persuaded to translate his naive but shrewd mountain persona to the small screen by legendary producer Sheldon Leonard but the popularity of The Andy Griffith Show exceeded all expectations. The gentle humor and idiosyncratic characters of Mayberry continue to garner fan love and loyalty over 60 years after the program's network premiere. The class will cover the show's creation, popularity, individual episodes, and the legendary careers of its participants. -
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-06-2023 to 04-06-2023Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 1:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Lisa Robinson, Central CreativesTerm: 2023-1Location: Central Creatives Enjoy this step by step approach to painting tulips, daffodils and snowdrops in this beginner watercolor class. Materials are included. Skill Level: Beginners RSVP by 4/5 at... read moreEnjoy this step by step approach to painting tulips, daffodils and snowdrops in this beginner watercolor class. Materials are included. Skill Level: Beginners RSVP by 4/5 at noon. -
Sessions: 3Class Date(s): 03-31-2023 to 04-14-2023Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 1:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: MAG DocentTerm: 2023-1Location: Memorial Art GalleryThis class has received rave reviews from our members. Using art at the Memorial Art Gallery, the docents will guide you through the Gallery, teaching art appreciation skills of observation and interpretation. You will learn new ways to look at, and engage deeply with, works of art. Your new skills will enable you to enjoy art differently in the future.... read moreThis class has received rave reviews from our members. Using art at the Memorial Art Gallery, the docents will guide you through the Gallery, teaching art appreciation skills of observation and interpretation. You will learn new ways to look at, and engage deeply with, works of art. Your new skills will enable you to enjoy art differently in the future. Feel free to stay and tour the gallery on your own after. Pay at registration, not at the door. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-14-2023 to 04-14-2023Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 1:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Term: 2023-1Location: Little TheatreSame great experience, new course name!!! Enjoy 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. All movies are open captioned... read moreSame great experience, new course name!!! Enjoy 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. All movies are open captioned when available. You must pay in advance. Concessions will be available. Doors open at 12:30 pm and the movie starts at 1:00 pm. The doors will be locked when the movie begins. You may register and pay yourself and one guest. Registration deadline 4/14/23 at 10am. -
Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 11-14-2022 to 11-21-2022Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 11:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: David WoodruffTerm: 2022-3Location: Oasis RochesterThe End of the Middle Ages. The Roman Empire lasted for 1,480 years. They lasted the longest in the east. 1,123 Years and 18 Days. But that all came to an end on May 29, 1453. Warfare would never be the same again. The city that couldn’t possibly fall—fell. The Turks change the name to Istanbul, meaning “The City.” But it would both unleash the... read moreThe End of the Middle Ages. The Roman Empire lasted for 1,480 years. They lasted the longest in the east. 1,123 Years and 18 Days. But that all came to an end on May 29, 1453. Warfare would never be the same again. The city that couldn’t possibly fall—fell. The Turks change the name to Istanbul, meaning “The City.” But it would both unleash the Ottomans on Europe and start the age of discovery that would end up locating the new world. Please register for this class if you are interested in participating via in person only.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 12-04-2023 to 12-04-2023Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 1:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Lisa Robinson, Central CreativesTerm: 2023-3Location: Central Creatives Design your own hand made greeting cards with watercolor and mixed media. Students will create a variety of winter themed paintings on individual cards. Artwork can be scanned to produce a line of holiday cards for the artist to have printed locally. Materials are... read moreDesign your own hand made greeting cards with watercolor and mixed media. Students will create a variety of winter themed paintings on individual cards. Artwork can be scanned to produce a line of holiday cards for the artist to have printed locally. Materials are included. -
Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 11-14-2022 to 11-21-2022Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 11:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: David WoodruffTerm: 2022-3Location: ZoomThe End of the Middle Ages. The Roman Empire lasted for 1,480 years. They lasted the longest in the east. 1,123 Years and 18 Days. But that all came to an end on May 29, 1453. Warfare would never be the same again. The city that couldn’t possibly fall—fell. The Turks change the name to Istanbul, meaning “The City.” But it would both unleash the... read more
The End of the Middle Ages. The Roman Empire lasted for 1,480 years. They lasted the longest in the east. 1,123 Years and 18 Days. But that all came to an end on May 29, 1453. Warfare would never be the same again. The city that couldn’t possibly fall—fell. The Turks change the name to Istanbul, meaning “The City.” But it would both unleash the Ottomans on Europe and start the age of discovery that would end up locating the new world. Please register for this class if you are interested in participating via Zoom only. You will need a computer/phone/tablet with audio and video capability.
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Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 11-28-2022 to 12-05-2022Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 11:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: David WoodruffTerm: 2022-3Location: Oasis RochesterThe Tax War of Three Kingdoms. Taxes can set people to fighting in almost any age, but combine that with religion and you got a bloody war that can last for years. The war ended up a series of civil wars and political machinations between Parliament and King Charles, mainly over the manner of England’s taxes and issues of religious freedom. In the end, it... read moreThe Tax War of Three Kingdoms. Taxes can set people to fighting in almost any age, but combine that with religion and you got a bloody war that can last for years. The war ended up a series of civil wars and political machinations between Parliament and King Charles, mainly over the manner of England’s taxes and issues of religious freedom. In the end, it would cost King Charles his head but would create a military dictator, Oliver Cromwell. Please register for this class if you are interested in participating in person only.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-13-2022 to 04-13-2022Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 2:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Mark Sample, Professor of History, MCCTerm: 2022-1Location: Oasis RochesterThis year marks the 50th anniversary of one of the biggest political scandals in U.S. history: Watergate. President Richard Nixon was running for re-election and his worries about losing would bring about the downfall of his Presidency. Professor of history, Mark Sample, will detail the story of this scandal which involves everything from the Vietnam war,... read moreThis year marks the 50th anniversary of one of the biggest political scandals in U.S. history: Watergate. President Richard Nixon was running for re-election and his worries about losing would bring about the downfall of his Presidency. Professor of history, Mark Sample, will detail the story of this scandal which involves everything from the Vietnam war, to Howard Hughes, to Hillary Clinton and more. This is a sprawling saga sure to intrigue any listener. -
Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 11-28-2022 to 12-05-2022Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 11:00 AM → 12:00 PMInstructor: David WoodruffTerm: 2022-3Location: ZoomThe Tax War of Three Kingdoms. Taxes can set people to fighting in almost any age, but combine that with religion and you got a bloody war that can last for years. The war ended up a series of civil wars and political machinations between Parliament and King Charles, mainly over the manner of England’s taxes and issues of religious freedom. In the end, it... read more
The Tax War of Three Kingdoms. Taxes can set people to fighting in almost any age, but combine that with religion and you got a bloody war that can last for years. The war ended up a series of civil wars and political machinations between Parliament and King Charles, mainly over the manner of England’s taxes and issues of religious freedom. In the end, it would cost King Charles his head but would create a military dictator, Oliver Cromwell. Please register for this class if you are interested in participating via Zoom only. You must have access to a computer/tablet/phone with audio and video capability.
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Sessions: 3Class Date(s): 11-21-2023 to 12-05-2023Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 2:00 PM → 3:30 PMInstructor: James Kraus, retired English teacher, Rochester City School DistrictTerm: 2023-3Location: Oasis RochesterThis final course on Sinatra's musical career will focus on recordings from the 1970's to 1990's after a retirement of almost two years in the early 70's. When Sintra returned, he carefully alternated new material (Sondheim, Jim Croce, Stevie Wonder, George Harrison) with reworkings of old chestnuts in both his recordings and personal appearances. A... read moreThis final course on Sinatra's musical career will focus on recordings from the 1970's to 1990's after a retirement of almost two years in the early 70's. When Sintra returned, he carefully alternated new material (Sondheim, Jim Croce, Stevie Wonder, George Harrison) with reworkings of old chestnuts in both his recordings and personal appearances. A review and overview of his career will be included. Some film segments will be seen. Jim Kraus is a retired CSD English teacher with a deep affection for the songs and performers of the great American songbook. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-13-2022 to 04-13-2022Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 2:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Mark Sample, Professor of History, MCCTerm: 2022-1Location: ZoomThis year marks the 50th anniversary of one of the biggest political scandals in U.S. history: Watergate. President Richard Nixon was running for re-election and his worries about losing would bring about the downfall of his Presidency. Professor of history, Mark Sample, will detail the story of this scandal which involves everything from the Vietnam war,... read moreThis year marks the 50th anniversary of one of the biggest political scandals in U.S. history: Watergate. President Richard Nixon was running for re-election and his worries about losing would bring about the downfall of his Presidency. Professor of history, Mark Sample, will detail the story of this scandal which involves everything from the Vietnam war, to Howard Hughes, to Hillary Clinton and more. This is a sprawling saga sure to intrigue any listener. Register for this class if you will ONLY be attending via Zoom. You must have a computer/tablet/phone with video and audio capability.
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Sessions: 4Class Date(s): 11-21-2023 to 12-12-2023Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 2:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Laurence BrittTerm: 2023-3Location: Oasis RochesterNazi Germany vs. Soviet Russia – 1941-1945: This course will cover the titanic struggle between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union during World War II. The first session will cover the events leading up to the war tracing all the way back to traditional German views of “drang nach osten” and to Hitler’s racialist policies and geo-political... read moreNazi Germany vs. Soviet Russia – 1941-1945: This course will cover the titanic struggle between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union during World War II. The first session will cover the events leading up to the war tracing all the way back to traditional German views of “drang nach osten” and to Hitler’s racialist policies and geo-political ambitions. The strategies and preparations of both sides will be considered along with the context of this event to the totality of World War II. Then the initial clash of the armies to the fall of 1941 will be discussed. The second session will cover the balance of the 1941 campaign up to the German reversal before Moscow in December. The second part of the session will show how the Germans recovered and resumed the offensive in 1942 and reached Stalingrad and the Caucasus and conclude with the German defeat at Stalingrad. The third session will deal with the strategies employed for 1943 by both the Germans and Soviets including the Battle of Kursk and subsequent German retreats to the spring of 1944. The final session of the course will cover the Soviet summer offensive of 1944 and the 1945 drive on Berlin leading to the German surrender. A review of the total campaign will include the reasons for the Soviet victory and German defeat and the implications for the postwar world. Please register for this class if you plan to join us in person. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 12-05-2022 to 12-05-2022Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 1:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Susan Carmen-Duffy, Owner, Create Art 4 GoodTerm: 2022-3Location: Central CreativesPerfect for a gift, we will paint and personalize glass ornaments. You can choose your own designs, or the ones demonstrated by the instructor. Hand-painted ornaments are a fun holiday craft, and make wonderful gifts for your favorite people. Once you make one you will see how easy it is to make more! All materials are included - each participant can make... read morePerfect for a gift, we will paint and personalize glass ornaments. You can choose your own designs, or the ones demonstrated by the instructor. Hand-painted ornaments are a fun holiday craft, and make wonderful gifts for your favorite people. Once you make one you will see how easy it is to make more! All materials are included - each participant can make up to three ornaments. -
Sessions: 4Class Date(s): 11-21-2023 to 12-12-2023Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 2:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Laurence BrittTerm: 2023-3Location: ZoomNazi Germany vs. Soviet Russia – 1941-1945: This course will cover the titanic struggle between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union during World War II. The first session will cover the events leading up to the war tracing all the way back to traditional German views of “drang nach osten” and to Hitler’s racialist policies and geo-political... read moreNazi Germany vs. Soviet Russia – 1941-1945: This course will cover the titanic struggle between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union during World War II. The first session will cover the events leading up to the war tracing all the way back to traditional German views of “drang nach osten” and to Hitler’s racialist policies and geo-political ambitions. The strategies and preparations of both sides will be considered along with the context of this event to the totality of World War II. Then the initial clash of the armies to the fall of 1941 will be discussed. The second session will cover the balance of the 1941 campaign up to the German reversal before Moscow in December. The second part of the session will show how the Germans recovered and resumed the offensive in 1942 and reached Stalingrad and the Caucasus and conclude with the German defeat at Stalingrad. The third session will deal with the strategies employed for 1943 by both the Germans and Soviets including the Battle of Kursk and subsequent German retreats to the spring of 1944. The final session of the course will cover the Soviet summer offensive of 1944 and the 1945 drive on Berlin leading to the German surrender. A review of the total campaign will include the reasons for the Soviet victory and German defeat and the implications for the postwar world. Please register for this class if you plan to join us in person. Please register for this for Zoom only access. You must have a tablet/phone/computer with audio and video capability.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 11-30-2022 to 11-30-2022Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 12:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Otto Bruno, host of Jazz 90.1 FM’s “Sinatra and Company”Term: 2022-3Location: Oasis RochesterJoin us as we revisit this modern masterpiece of screwball cinema on the 50th anniversary of its initial theatrical release. This was Bogdanovich's most successful screen comedy featuring a mixture of sexiness and zaniness from stars Barbra Streisand and Ryan O'Neal, a roster of fabulously funny character actors, and the screen debut of one of the most... read moreJoin us as we revisit this modern masterpiece of screwball cinema on the 50th anniversary of its initial theatrical release. This was Bogdanovich's most successful screen comedy featuring a mixture of sexiness and zaniness from stars Barbra Streisand and Ryan O'Neal, a roster of fabulously funny character actors, and the screen debut of one of the most brilliant screen comediennes of the modern era, Madeline Kahn. If this one doesn't leave you laughing, nothing will!
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 12-07-2022 to 12-07-2022Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 12:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Otto Bruno, host of Jazz 90.1 FM’s “Sinatra and Company”Term: 2022-3Location: Oasis RochesterCelebrate the Christmas holiday with this long forgotten gem about the discovery that joy and humanity doesn't always come wrapped in a ribbon. The film features legendary character actors Eugene Pallette and Billie Burke as the heads of a family of spoiled wealthy layabouts. Their home and their lives are changed forever by a drunken old actor (played by... read moreCelebrate the Christmas holiday with this long forgotten gem about the discovery that joy and humanity doesn't always come wrapped in a ribbon. The film features legendary character actors Eugene Pallette and Billie Burke as the heads of a family of spoiled wealthy layabouts. Their home and their lives are changed forever by a drunken old actor (played by Joseph Schildkraut) and an unusual Christmas holiday.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 12-06-2023 to 12-06-2023Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 12:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Otto Bruno, author 'Barney Miller & the Files of the Ol' One-Two’Term: 2023-3Location: Oasis RochesterIn what’s become an annual tradition, join Otto Bruno for some cinematic holiday fun. This year’s selection is Warner Bros.’ 1942 screen comedy, Larceny, Inc. starring Edward G. Robinson, Jane Wyman, Broderick Crawford, Anthony Quinn, and a host of marvelous character actors in one of the zaniest caper films of the classic age of motion pictures.... read moreIn what’s become an annual tradition, join Otto Bruno for some cinematic holiday fun. This year’s selection is Warner Bros.’ 1942 screen comedy, Larceny, Inc. starring Edward G. Robinson, Jane Wyman, Broderick Crawford, Anthony Quinn, and a host of marvelous character actors in one of the zaniest caper films of the classic age of motion pictures. Will Eddie G. play Public Enemy #1, Robin Hood, Santy Claus, or all of the above? Join us for some holiday laughs and find out!
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 11-18-2022 to 11-18-2022Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 1:00 PM → 3:00 PMInstructor: Term: 2022-3Location: Little TheatreSame great experience, new course name!!! Enjoy 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. You must pay in advance. ... read moreSame great experience, new course name!!! Enjoy 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. You must pay in advance. Concessions will be available. Doors open at 12:30 pm and the movie starts at 1:00 pm. The doors will be locked when the movie begins. You may register and pay yourself and one guest. *You must provide us with proof vaccination for you and your guest. Registration deadline 11/18/22 at 10am.
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