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September 19 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Elaine Miller, PhD, SUNY Brockport , retired; owner, ek miller ProductionsLocations: Oasis RochesterPolitical cartoonists are a gift to society. They are among our most compelling social critics. Using artistry, humor, and in-depth knowledge of current events, cartoonists craft commentary that captures the essence of controversial issues and encourages us to think further. Let’s look at how cartoonists carry out their passion for creating change, as... read more -
September 14 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Bruce Smoller, SommelierLocations: Oasis RochesterIn this class, we will explore wines from Lebanon and Israel, along with several other regions. While not well known, the quality of the wines from this region is greatly improving as the worldwide availability increases. Approximately 5 wines from the region will be presented, along with a discussion of their production methods and qualities. These... read more -
September 14 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Michael NighanLocations: Oasis RochesterAlthough Susan B. Anthony, as one of America’s most famous women, has been honored by appearing on postage stamps and coinage, the story of how she got there - and the times that attempts to commemorate her in that manner failed - hasn’t been told. In “Stamping on Rochester and Susan B”, and “What’s (Not) in Your Wallet”, Michael J. Nighan... read more -
January 10 – January 17 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: ZoomAmerica has been involved with Afghanistan since the Soviet invasion of December 1979… no that’s not right. Americans have been involved with Afghanistan since 1828 when an lone American would lead an army into the country and be declared Prince of Ghor in 1838. His descendant, the current Prince currently lines in Los Angeles. His life would lead... read more -
January 10 – January 24 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 3Instructor: Gladys Winkworth, Retired Professor, RITLocations: Oasis RochesterYou will explore your personality preferences and examine your behaviors. Then you will look at how the preferences and behaviors of family members, friends, salespeople, clients, support people might complement or conflict with yours. The materials used are taken from team building and sales... read more
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September 14 – December 14 No Class: 11/30Monday2:30 PM → 3:30 PMSessions: 13Instructor: Rhonda WrightLocations: ZoomWe welcome all Oasis participants 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 arrangements. The Chorus usually performs one outreach concert for residents at a nearby nursing home... read more -
September 21 – October 19 No Class: 10/12Monday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Guy NeriLocations: Oasis RochesterIn class, you will learn to cut, grind and assemble the pieces of glass using the two traditional methods of copper foil and lead cane, both of which require using a soldering iron. Over the course of our time spent together you will make two simple projects: a sun catcher and an angel. This is a hands on experience so please wear something you... read more -
January 10 – January 17 Monday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: Gladys Winkworth, Retired Professor, RITLocations: Oasis RochesterMost poetry is meant to be read aloud; some is meant to be performed. Come listen to American poetry read aloud including: Walt Whitman, Robert Frost, E.E. Cummings, Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes, Scott Momaday, Joy Harjo, Vachel Lindsey and everyone’s favorite beat poet, Lawrence Ferlinghetti. Copies of the poems will be... read more
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September 28 – October 5 Monday10:00 AM → 11:00 AMSessions: 2Instructor: Pat MartinezLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is your opportunity to have two private lessons with Pat and learn whatever you need to advance your technology skills. Includes iPhone or Android phones, laptops or Alexa devices, but no Mac laptops... read more -
RECORDEDSeptember 28 – October 5 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: Oasis RochesterSwan versus the Boar. The crown of the King of England moved around over eight different heads in the fifteenth century. But it wasn’t just two sides fighting over the royal seat. These were cousins. Blood relatives. And none of them had any problem shedding that blood to get what they wanted. A place at the front of the line. The top of the hill. But the... read more -
September 26 Monday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Lisa Robinson, Central CreativesLocations: Central CreativesParticipants will focus on becoming comfortable with watercolor painting techniques and enjoying the process of painting. The basics of materials, tools, techniques, color, value and “seeing” your subject will be explored. Skill Level:... read more -
January 10 Monday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Thomas Boyce, Printer Interpreter, Genesee Country VillageLocations: Oasis RochesterTom will cover Custer in his youth, his graduation at the 'goat' bottom of his class in the West Point Class of '61, becoming a boy general at the age of 23 rising to the rank of Brevet Major General and his exploits in The Civil War. He will also include his time in the Army as a Lt. Col. of the 7th Cavalry and his exploits as an Indian Fighter on the... read more
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RECORDEDSeptember 28 – October 5 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: ZoomA Swan versus the Boar. The crown of the King of England moved around over eight different heads in the fifteenth century. But it wasn’t just two sides fighting over the royal seat. These were cousins. Blood relatives. And none of them had any problem shedding that blood to get what they wanted. A place at the front of the line. The top of the hill. But... read more
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October 17 – October 24 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: Oasis RochesterHistory of Patent Medicines. A patent medicine, which isn’t really patented, is an over-the-counter (nonprescription) medicine that is typically protected and advertised by a trademark and trade name and claimed to be effective against minor disorders and symptoms. Its contents are typically incompletely disclosed. These quack remedies are ineffective and... read more -
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January 24 – January 31 Monday10:00 AM → 11:00 AMSessions: 2Instructor: Pat MartinezLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is your opportunity to have two private lessons with Pat and learn whatever you need to advance your technology skills. Includes iPhone or Android phones, laptops or Alexa devices, but no Mac laptops... read more
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September 28 – October 5 Monday11:15 AM → 12:15 PMSessions: 2Instructor: Pat MartinezLocations: Oasis RochesterThis is your opportunity to have two private lessons with Pat and learn whatever you need to advance your technology skills. Includes iPhone or Android phones, laptops or Alexa devices, but no Mac laptops... read more
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RECORDEDOctober 12 – October 26 No Class: 10/19Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: Oasis RochesterThe Misunderstood King. In 1763, America loved this guy. We put up a statue of him in New York City. He was the twelfth English king to lay claim to this part of North America. And by 1776, we hated his guts… and told him so in our Declaration of Independence. Now, 250 years after that eventful day, it might be worth a minute to see who this person was.... read more -
October 17 – October 24 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: ZoomHistory of Patent Medicines. A patent medicine, which isn’t really patented, is an over-the-counter (nonprescription) medicine that is typically protected and advertised by a trademark and trade name and claimed to be effective against minor disorders and symptoms. Its contents are typically incompletely disclosed. These quack remedies are ineffective and... read more
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January 24 – January 31 Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: Oasis RochesterBefore even the surrender of France was signed regular members of French society began resisting German occupation. But the French spent almost as much time fighting each other as they did the Germans. But in the end the world saw what individuals were capable of when then gathered to resist the forces of tyranny. In one case A resistance leader proved... read more
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RECORDEDOctober 12 – October 26 No Class: 10/19Monday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: David WoodruffLocations: ZoomThe Misunderstood King. In 1763, America loved this guy. We put up a statue of him in New York City. He was the twelfth English king to lay claim to this part of North America. And by 1776, we hated his guts… and told him so in our Declaration of Independence. Now, 250 years after that eventful day, it might be worth a minute to see who this person was.... read more
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