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October 27 Thursday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Susan Carmen-Duffy, Owner, Create Art 4 GoodLocations: Central CreativesAutumn is the season of shedding of leaves from deciduous trees. The transition from green to light yellow, deep gold, orange, crimson and dark red is an inspiring sight! As someone who’s favorite season is Autumn, I am enthralled with the colors of the season. The trees, the shapes of the lives, and the colors too! This workshop is inspired by Autumn,... read more -
January 21 Thursday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dan Reardon, Retired TeacherLocations: Oasis RochesterEvery year, every show, RIFF gives their audience members the opportunity to vote for their favorite films. These ballots determine the winners of the Best of the Fest award, and they’ve compiled the winners from many years of festivals into a traveling program of audience picks. Dan is a retired teacher and movie buff and will bring a favorite for... read more -
February 18 Thursday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Lesley Shakespeare-BroganLocations: Oasis RochesterLearn why Creatives are so intrigued and excited about this unconventional artform. Fluid acrylics is one of the easiest ways to create exciting art. In this class you will learn the many ways you can achieve beautiful paintings with simple techniques. You will complete 3 mini canvases. You will be pleasantly surprised. No “artistic” ability or... read more -
March 10 Thursday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Susan Carment-Duffy, Owner, Create Art 4 GoodLocations: ZoomDragonflies are mystical creatures! This workshop will explore the beauty of the dragonfly. We will create a delicate painting using the best mixed media combination! Class is given via Zoom. You must have a computer/tablet/phone with audio and video capability. Materials needed-pencil, watercolor paper, brushes, water, watercolors, ink pens, colored... read more -
February 25 Thursday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dan Reardon, Retired TeacherLocations: Oasis RochesterEvery year, every show, RIFF gives their audience members the opportunity to vote for their favorite films. These ballots determine the winners of the Best of the Fest award, and they’ve compiled the winners from many years of festivals into a traveling program of audience picks. Dan is a retired teacher and movie buff and will bring a favorite for... read more
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March 4 – March 25 Thursday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Jack RosenberryLocations: Oasis RochesterGet hands-on with Google! In this four-week, in-person class, you’ll explore the full suite of Google Tools through guided demos and hands-on practice. Learn to manage Gmail, organize files in Google Drive, create and format documents and spreadsheets, and even experiment with Gemini, Google’s new AI tool. Bring your own laptop (no iPads or phones) and... read more -
March 11 Thursday1:00 PM → 3:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Lesley Shakespeare-BroganLocations: Oasis RochesterYour March “pick-me-up” is here. Join us to paint these dusty roses in acrylics on a 12”x12” canvas. Dusty blue background with soft pinks, yellows and greens. Much of the painting is complete with one brush which Lesley will show how to use in various ways. No experience necessary. All materials... read more
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March 18 – April 8 Thursday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Laurence BrittLocations: Oasis RochesterThe year 1914 marked not only the beginning of World War I, but also the end of an era and the start of a dangerous new age in which long-held beliefs and illusions were shattered. This updated look at the topic explores the world on the eve of war through four one-hour sessions: the political, cultural, and economic landscape at the start of 1914; how... read more -
January 8 – April 16 No Class: 2/12Friday9:00 AM → 9:45 AMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is a continuation of Level 2B. You will be working on speed, accuracy and tap technique. You will visit steps such as time steps, turning steps and syncopated rhythms. A good basic knowledge of tap dancing is needed for this level. Erika will decide which Level 2 class you should... read more -
January 8 – April 16 No Class: 2/12Friday9:45 AM → 10:25 AMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterThis tap class is a continuation of Tap 2B, with a focus on rhythm, more advanced steps, sound articulation, clarity and... read more -
January 8 – April 16 No Class: 2/12Friday10:30 AM → 11:10 AMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterTap Aerobics is a fun, high-energy fitness class that combines basic tap dance steps with aerobic movements to boost cardiovascular health, coordination, and rhythm. Set to upbeat music, this class offers a great workout while allowing participants to enjoy the joy of dance. Basic experience is Tap is highly recommended. Come with a willingness to move... read more -
January 8 – April 16 Friday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 15Instructor: Rhonda WrightLocations: ZoomNia means “with purpose” in Swahili and is a whole-body approach to fitness. This class can be enjoyed while seated or standing. The Nia Technique encourages participants to find their body’s way through a combination of dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts. Through expressive movement and music, Nia invites you to achieve mental, physical, and... read more -
January 8 – April 16 No Class: 2/12Friday11:30 AM → 12:15 PMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is class is mandatory for all Oasis Tappers, which will consist primarily of choreography for current seasons, or featured artists. Dancers will receive focused instruction on difficult rhythms and patterns that will be set to music. All dancers must have completed tap 4A or have at least 6 years tap dance experience. Dancers must also be committed... read more
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January 8 – April 16 No Class: 2/12Friday12:00 PM → 1:00 PMSessions: 14Instructor: Erika AtkinsonLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is the performing tap dance troupe which is open for participation with permission from Erika... read more
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January 8 – April 9 Friday1:30 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Jenny LloydLocations: ZoomWe have many avid readers at Oasis Rochester who share books with each other. This peer-led group will meet four Fridays 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 1/8, 2/12, 3/12, 4/9. The book selection for 1/8 is 'The... read more -
January 15 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 -
January 15 Friday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Susan Carmen-Duffy Locations: Oasis RochesterReady to design your year with purpose? Skip the pressure of traditional resolutions and join us for a creative, collage-based vision board workshop. Instead of focusing on restrictive goals, we will dive into a hands-on art session centered on your deepest intentions. You will curate, cut, and assemble a personalized visual map that reflects how you want... read more -
January 29 Friday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Bruce Smoller, SommelierLocations: Oasis RochesterWhile wines from Napa Valley and Sonoma are widely known and appropriately highly regarded, California produces wines in many other regions that are less well-known and produce high-quality wines, often at a fraction of this price. In this class. We will explore wines from the less familiar California wine-producing regions. RSVP by 1/22 at... read more -
February 5 Friday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Susan Carmen-Duffy Locations: Oasis RochesterSay it with something unexpected. In this playful workshop, you'll learn clever paper folds and then dress them with a plethora of treasures from made and found papers galore. We will create using some exciting techniques for turning simple paper into cards that are truly unique, with pockets, flaps, and surprises inside. All supplies are included, and... read more -
February 4 – February 18 Friday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 3Instructor: Memorial Art Gallery StaffLocations: 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. Pay... read more
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