Fall 2023

A BRIEF COURSE IN OHIO HISTORY | 50+ YRS Ed Lentz A pleasant place and its earliest residents to 1783. A general description of the state and its advantages and resources. A look at the last ice age and the prehistoric people who came here after it left. The Prehistoric Moundbuilder cultures - who they were and what became of them. The Historic Indian Tribes and the French and English. Ohio in the American Revolution. 553539 A 10-11 am F 10/27 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 104 $5 CAREGIVER FUNDAMENTALS - RESOURCES, Join Maggie Rusnak, Caregiver Specialist with Syntero, in a dynamic discussion about supporting family caregivers. Discover helpful resources, gain valuable insights on self-care and gather practical knowledge that addresses the unique challenges that caregivers face. Time available for Q&A. Lunch is provided. You must be a current UA Senior SKILLS, ANSWERS | 50+ YRS Maggie Rusnak, MOT, Syntero

THE VOYAGE OF THE MAYFLOWER | 50+ YRS Van Young The tale of that voyage is really about the beginning of America and why and how the Pilgrims came to our continent. Hardships, death and adversity were a constant. The talk tells the facts behind this remarkable sailing and how the determination of these forefathers led to not only their survival but would become the model for future settlements in the “new world.” A great way to prepare for Thanksgiving. 553522 A 1-2:30 pm Th 11/2 Senior Center Bldg 3, Rm 301 $5 WHAT DO YOU KNOW? | 50+ YRS Van Young Remember the game Trivial Pursuit, where you could pick a topic and answer a multiple-choice question? This presentation gets everyone involved with questions and fascinating information from a variety of topics including History, Science, Entertainment, Geography and General knowledge. Each audience member has a chance to participate. Get a right answer and win a “delicious” prize. Fun, educational and engaging as we all try to learn about

“What we don’t know.” 553523 A 1-2:30 pm

Association member to attend. 553598 A 11:30 am-1 pm F Senior Center Bldg 2, Cafe UA Free, registration required

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10/27

Senior Center Bldg 3, Rm 301 $5

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! | 50+ YRS Richard Bloom

Did you know that Clark Gable as Rhett Butler could not bring himself to cry after his daughter’s death in Gone With The Wind ? Not until Olivia de Havilland stepped in. Did you know that the most famous line in Jaws was ad-libbed? Those are just a few of the tidbits and gossip you encounter as we take a walk through the world of American film, which is just as much a part of American history as Washington crossing the Delaware. Turn off your cell phone, grab a soda and some popcorn and join in our visual odyssey of discovery. SERIES II 10/30 - Be a Sport, Ok?: A look at the best sports movies not starring Jim Brown. 11/6 - Draw!: Which is better, Tombstone or The Outlaw Josey Wales ?

SERIES I 9/11 - The Best of the Best: The best movies of all time (open to debate.) 9/18 - Whose Line is it Anyway?: A look at the top 25 most memorable movie lines. 9/25 - That’s a Wrap: The best endings of all time. 10/2 - Oops!: A look at the bloopers, mistakes and non-continuity of some of America’s great films. 10/9 - To Be or Not to Be: The mysterious deaths of some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. 10/16 - Ya Gotta Have Heart: The best love stories and buddy pics through the years. 553514 A 10-11 am M 9/11-10/16 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 104 $30 O 6 sessions

ENRICHMENT

11/13 - Gives Me a Chill: The best thrillers of all time. 11/20 - This’ll Kill Ya: The best movie villains of all time. 11/27 - Can We Run that Again?: Remakes - always a failure? 12/4 - At the Helm: The most influential directors of our time. 553515 A 10-11 am M 10/30-12/4 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 104 $30 O 6 sessions

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