Celebrating 65 Years!

Lifelong 119 West Court Street Ithaca NY 14850 Lifelong Catalog 607.273.1511 Fall 2017 - Volume 19 - Issue 2 www.tclifelong.org

A vibrant, active community center for Learning, Activities, & Social Groups for adults age 50 and over

Please join our celebration

Saturday, October 14

2:00pm-4:00pm

Live music & dancing, light

refreshments, tours,

conversation and fun!

ALL are welcome to attend!

This catalog is available online at www.tclifelong.org

Table of Contents Course Registration Process

To register for classes or activities, please submit Classes: by mail or in person, course selection, payment Arts & Films Page 8 forms (pg.35-38), and applicable fees to Lifelong or Finance Page 12 visit www.tclifelong.org to register online.

Gardening & Outdoors Page 14 Membership is required for participation in any

Lifelong Learning classes and/or Lifelong Activities Humanities Page 14 held on-site at Lifelong during business hours.

Languages Page 17 Evening and off-site sessions do not require membership. (See membership page 39-40). Offsite Courses Page 18 We encourage early registration as class sizes Political Issues Page 19 may be limited and, if there are not enough

registrations, classes will be cancelled. Science & Technology Page 21 Registrations are processed in the order in which Sundry Topics Page 23 they are received.

Wellness and Health Page 26 You will receive an email confirming your course registrations. Please be sure that we have your Activities: Creative & Language Arts Page 34 email address!

Health & Wellness Page 33

Social & Support Groups Page 5-6 Scholarships

Walk Program Page 34 A limited number of need-based scholarships are AARP Smart Driver Program Page 7 available. Some of the courses are free when the

cost is met by outside sources such as the Coffeehouse Events Page 30 Northside/Southside (NS/SS) Program. Course Selection Form Page 35-38

General Information Page 4 Lifelong Membership

HIICAP Page 29 Membership is open to anyone age 50 and above!

Membership – Waiver – Donor Form Page 39-40 Annual membership dues (along with donations)

Northside Southside Program Page 30 support all of Lifelong’s programs. Individual membership dues are $25 and Payment Form for Learning & Activities Page 35 $40 for households of two.

Staff, Volunteers, Board Members Page 3 See page 39-40 for the Membership Form

We thank you and are grateful for all of your support!

Lifelong is a very important part of this community and all that we do is only possible through the support of our members, volunteers, instructors, generous funders, Board of Directors and dedicated staff.

Lifelong Staff

Lucia Sacco, Executive Director – [email protected] Tammy Dunn, Program Director & Northside/Southside Coordinator – [email protected] Mary Pat Dolan, Program Assistant – TCE – [email protected] Nicole Zulu, HIICAP Coordinator – [email protected] Robin Tuttle, Business Manager – [email protected] Joyce Billing, Administrative Assistant – [email protected] Karen Koyanagi, Program Assistant – [email protected] Ken Kleist, Custodian

Lifelong Volunteers

All of our Lifelong Learning instructors!

Northside/Southside Advisory Committee: Bonnie Collazo, Carolyn Miller, Jennie Graham

Office Volunteers: Elizabeth Ashford, Helene Croft, Mary Slaght, Pearl Stemley, Pris Glenn, Sandy Baxter

Open Computer Lab Assistants: Earl Kaiser, MarieAnne Krieg

Walk Program Coordinators: Elke Schofield, Jane Zimmer

President – Tom Butler

Vice President – Robert Levine

Treasurer – Judy Saul

Secretary – Carrie Narrow

Anna Raphaelidis  Julia Bentley-Macdonald Beverly Baker  Kate Supron Colleen Perkins Mike Schaff Janis Graham Noemi Kraut Josephine Allen Ramona Gonzales

Membership Drive

BETWEEN NOW AND THE END OF 2017, IF YOU BECOME A MEMBER OF LIFELONG, YOU WILL RECEIVE A VOUCHER FOR: 1 FREE ACTIVITY CLASS AND 1 FREE $10 LIFELONG LEARNING CLASS!

Already a member? Refer a friend and if they become a member, you get the same benefit! ($25 individual/$40 household)

General Information for Lifelong Learning Fees: No one will be denied participation because of an inability to pay registration fees. A limited number of need-based scholarships are available. If you need and are eligible for a scholarship, fill out the box on the back of the Membership/Waiver/Donor Form on page 39-40.

Lifelong Learning Course Fees: Course fees are indicated by the series number: • (000) series are free • (100) series are $10 • (200) series are $20 • (300) series are $30 • (400) series are $40 or 3 courses for $100

(E) Courses: Series number courses followed by an E are held in the evening and open to non- members. Walk-ins are welcome, but we encourage pre-registration to ensure we have sufficient enrollment. Any fees can be paid at the door.

NS/SS Courses: Courses with NS/SS are offered at Lifelong under the Northside/Southside Program and are free to those who attend.

LGBT Courses: Any offering that has an LGBT focus will be indicated with the logo. All are welcome to attend.

Course Location: All of our Lifelong Learning classes are held at Lifelong, 119 West Court Street, unless indicated otherwise.

Cancellation Policy: Lifelong reserves the right to cancel programs due to lack of sufficient enrollment or unforeseeable circumstances. If a class is cancelled or rescheduled, we will do our best to notify you in advance. If you cancel your registration in a class & request a refund, an administrative fee of $5 will be deducted from the amount paid. To receive a refund you must make the request one week before the start of the class. If you paid $100 for 3 courses and cancel your registration in 1 or more of the courses, your fees for the remaining courses will revert back to $40 each. Your refund will be calculated accordingly, including a $5 administrative fee per cancelled course.

Inclement or Severe Weather Policy: All activities and classes are cancelled when the Ithaca City School District is closed because of inclement weather conditions. If the Ithaca City Schools have a delayed opening, Lifelong will delay opening as well and any classes scheduled before noon will be cancelled. Tune in to News Talk Radio WHCU 870AM or visit http://www.icsd.k12.ny.us/.

Parking: Limited parking is available in the front and back parking lots on a first-come, first-served basis only when participating in a Lifelong program or function. Our rear parking lot consists of the two rows of spaces closest to Lifelong. If you park in any other space, your vehicle may be towed at your expense. Metered parking is available on W. Court Street and Buffalo Street. There are non-metered spots on Geneva Street, Cascadilla Street, Farm Street, and Plain Street.

Cell Phone Policy: Please turn off your cell phone or put it in silent mode while participating in any Lifelong programs.

Guest Policy: We want your friends to learn what great things are going on here at Lifelong, and so we encourage you to bring an occasional guest with the following provisions: Please be sure you have the instructor’s permission, have the guest check in at the front desk, and pay the single class fee of $10. Guests who wish to return should become a Lifelong member.

Advertising: If you’re interested in advertising in a future Lifelong Catalog, please contact Tammy Dunn, Program Director at [email protected] or call (607) 273-1511.

Disclaimer: Lifelong is not affiliated with any political organization or party or with any particular religious faith. The opinions and views expressed by class instructors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lifelong. Lifelong does not allow any trading or selling of goods on the premises.

SOCIAL GROUPS AT LIFELONG

A Social Group consists of individuals who come together on a regular basis to pursue a common interest. Lifelong Membership is required but registration is not, unless otherwise noted. There is a $2 per person per session fee for social groups that meet during Lifelong’s regular business hours and a $3 per person per session fee for social groups meeting outside of Lifelong’s regular business hours.

Monday Afternoon Book Club Chess Group 2nd Monday of the month 1st Thursday of the month 11:00am-1:00pm (1:00pm-2:00pm) (Julia Bentley-Macdonald) (Carol Santucci)

If you’re a reader and are looking for a book club Come play a game or two! to discuss what you’ve read, this is for you! Open to all levels.

Musicians at Heart Reiki Circle rd st rd 3 Thursday of the Month 1 & 3 Wednesday of the month (3:30pm-5:00pm) (2:00pm-3:30pm) (MarieAnne Krieg) (Dianne Ferriss and Lucy Hassinger) For those who love playing the piano or Share, meditate and experience deep any other instrument and for those who enjoy listening. relaxation through gentle touch led by All levels from beginners to advanced, and everything certified Reiki practitioners. in between, are welcome. Don’t be shy!

Women’s Spirit Circle Social Group ‘Viva La Vegan!’ Dish-To-Pass Gathering 1st & 3rd Monday of the month 2nd Thursday of the month 1:30pm-3:30pm (3:30pm-6:30pm) (Marian Brand) (Any questions, call MarieAnne at 607-273-8328)

Women gather to share spiritual & philosophical Those who love vegan cuisine (no meat, dairy or readings, followed by reflection & discussion eggs) and would like to share their appreciation of of the ways the readings resonate this very healthy way of eating are invited to and impact their lives. join our Vegan Dish-to-Pass.

Knitting Circle The Play’s the Thing Mahjong Fridays Last Friday of the month Fridays (9:30am-10:30am) (1:00pm-3:00pm) (1:30pm-3:00pm) (Irene Gleason) (Dolina Millar & Virginia Sierra)

(Nancy Schuler) One-Act plays are a principal form This is a fun opportunity to share of dramatic stage performances All Levels Welcome! your knitting experience and to today across the nation. Each week seek limited assistance with our “producers” will present three projects. Open to all knitters. No one-act plays read by members of knitting lessons are offered. the group who volunteer for the roles at the prior session. Prepare Wednesday Night Book Club your role, put yourself “on stage” nd 2 Wednesday of the month and join in a discussion of each Saturdays (7:00pm-9:00pm) dramatic or comedic presentation.

(9:30am-12:00pm) (Currently the group is full) Looking for new members! (Carl Taylor) 5

Other Lifelong Member Benefits

TCAT Bus Tickets

Discounted tickets are available at

the front desk at Lifelong.

Neither Lifelong membership nor registration is required to participate in any of the support groups. There are no fees, but donations are welcome and appreciated!

Open Computer Lab Alzheimer’s Support Group st 1 Wednesday of the month The lab is available for member use 5:30pm-7:00pm and is staffed with a volunteer to help Ithaca Bipolar Explorers Club with any computer questions. nd th 2 & 4 Tuesday of the month

7:00pm-8:30pm Mondays: 2:30pm-5:00pm (Volunteer - MarieAnne Krieg) MS Support Group Tuesdays: 9:30am-12:30pm 2nd Monday of the month (Volunteer - Earl Kaiser) 6:30pm-7:30pm

Visit the Sciencenter FREE - Any time, any day, with whomever you like! Passes are available at the front desk at Lifelong. BorgWarner Swim Pass

--- (1) per member --- Enjoy the heated, outdoor swimming pool with

complimentary passes from BorgWarner! (Some restrictions apply. See details on the ticket.) Lifelong Membership required and must be valid through entire swim season pass.

25% off Cornell Concert Series Tickets

Lifelong members who love music will appreciate this IRS Federal & New York State Tax Prep new membership benefit! Tickets for the Cornell FREE for seniors 60+ and individuals with incomes Concert Series performances can be purchased at a below $32,000 or families with income below 25% discount. In addition, ticket holders will be able $53,000. Returns are prepared by IRS trained and to ride the TCAT bus for free to get to Cornell, thus certified volunteer tax counselors. avoiding the hassle of parking.

Call Lifelong at 273-1511 to find out how to Tax clinics are held at Lifelong from receive your discount. February 1 – Saturday April 14, 2018.

AARP Smart Driving Program

AARP’s driver-safety course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed for older drivers, but is open to all age groups. The Smart Driver curriculum meets standards for driver Fall Sessions! improvement, based on research and expert opinion. The course, offered over a two-day period for a total of Sept 23 & 30 six hours of classroom instruction, is dedicated to Oct 14 & 21 helping drivers stay safe, educated, and confident Nov 4 & 11 behind the wheel. Course participants qualify Dec 2 & 9

for a three-year insurance discount after (9:00am -12:30pm) completing the course and could be eligible for You must attend both sessions point reduction on their driver’s license. Arrive 15 minutes early the first session

WHAT TO BRING Call Lifelong to register Valid Driver’s License (607) 273-1511 AARP Membership Card (if a member) Fees: $20/AARP member and $25/non-member (Pay by check or money order payable to AARP)

Come and enrich the lives of older adults in Tompkins - Travel with Lifelong - California Coast County!

Lifelong Learning is only made possible September 16 - September 23, 2018 by the time and energy generously •8 Days •10 Meals donated by volunteer instructors. Share your passions, your current or past profession and your knowledge. The Lifelong family is always looking for new ideas and appreciates all who are able to share their experience and time.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer instructor please contact Tammy Dunn, Program Director &

Northside Southside Coordinator at Highlights Lifelong at (607) 273-1511 or San Franciso, Choice of Cruise on San Franciso Bay or City [email protected]. tour of San Francisco, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey, 17- Mile Drive, Hearst Castle, Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez Wine Country, Hollywood, San Diego!

Details can be viewed here: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/823601

Interested? Join us on August 29, 2017 at 10:00AM at Lifelong for more information.

Note from the Program Director

Lifelong is THE place to be and people continue to talk about us! Again this semester we have the joy of welcoming new instructors with a variety of topics along with our faithful and devoted favorites!

The dedication and loyalty of the Lifelong Family continues to amaze me! We have such a devoted list of instructors, participants and volunteers and we would not be able to do what we do without each and every one of you! Thank you all for everything that you do! - Tammy Dunn -

ARTS AND FILMS

(400-3197) World Cinema – Ron Krieg Tuesdays, September 5 – November 21, (12 sessions), (1:30pm-4:30pm)

 Description: Join us for a series of twelve great films from around the world including “Beauty and the Beast” (Jean Cocteau), “Babette’s Feast” (Gabriel Axel), “The Heiress” (William Wyler), “State of Siege” (Costa-Gavras), “Good Morning” (Yasujiro Ozu), “The Earrings of Madame de...” (Max Ophuls), and six more.

 Bio: Ronald is a retired postal clerk. His main interests are history, political conspiracy, photography, and film. He owns over 250 DVDs, of which 200 are foreign films.

(401-3198) Drawing - What Message Would you like to Share with the World?- Betty Goetz Tuesdays, September 5 – October 24, (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: In this black and white advanced drawing art class we will explore creating meaningful images using graphite (pencil) or charcoal on tinted paper, and further develop your own style of expression. ” Class cap at 8 participants. Call for supply list.

 Bio: B.J. Goetz, a new resident of Ithaca, is a Midwestern artist who owned and operated an Art Studio for over 45 years in Michigan. She is self-taught and has instructed art classes since 1959. B.J. is experienced in most media.

(414-3205) Anyone Can Draw! – Tom Butler Mondays, October 16 – December 4, (8 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm)

 Description: Well, almost anyone can draw….. Some folks simply cannot let go of their fears about drawing, and a few struggle to copy a simple line, but in my experience, almost anyone can learn to draw. It means acquiring a new way of seeing and a good deal of serious work, but for students willing to persevere the rewards are worth the effort. Through a series of graduated exercises, we will move from simple linear work through to portraiture in the course of eight weeks. It will be a challenge but it will also be lots of fun.

 Bio: Tom Butler (Yale, 1971), enjoyed a 40-year teaching career at a variety of independent schools in New York & Connecticut. Specializing in history and economics, he also ventured into English, psychology, law, and math & school administration. Tom has taught at Lifelong since 2011, recently adding teaching drawing to his repertoire. Tom has primarily worked in 3-dimensional collage, but has had a variety of training in two dimensional art forms.

(404-3199) A Writing Journey with Julia – Julia Bentley-Macdonald Tuesdays, September 12 – October 31, (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Take a writing journey based on fun prompts and memoirs amongst novices and writers of all stages in a safe, confidential setting. The first half of this course will focus on writing based on prompts such as what is your favorite hobby and why? Or what is in your pocketbook or wallet? The second half will focus on memoir writing – how to organize your thoughts and get started. We write and then we read our pieces aloud, sharing our stories. Suggested Reading: Writing Down The Bones by Natalie Goldberg and How to Write Your Own Life Story by Lois Daniel

 Bio: Julia has been facilitating writing courses at Lifelong for over five years and has been published in the Finger Lakes Community Newspapers. A graduate of Cornell's College of Human Ecology, and a retired social worker, she has been writing from an early age. Julia's training in writing has been through a variety of workshops at Lifelong and in the Ithaca Community. She especially enjoys sharing the basics of writing with others who may think they have no talent and who wish to leave something behind for posterity. When Julia is not writing she enjoys doing art work, coordinating the 2nd Monday Book Club and visiting our local waterfalls.

(406-3200) Opera – Watch, Listen, Discuss – Edward Hower Wednesdays, September 13 – November 1, (8 sessions), (2:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Opera’s tragedies, comedies, and romantic dramas often hark back to earlier times but grab our emotions today as powerfully as ever. Find out why! We’ll spend about two thirds of each class time watching DVDs, one third discussing related musical material. Beginners and seasoned aficionados welcome. No repeat operas from previous years’ classes. Space limits us to twenty students.

 Bio: Edward Hower, a local novelist and journalist, taught for many years at Cornell and Ithaca College, as well as at universities in India where he was twice a Fulbright scholar. He has been an opera fan since attending the old Met in New York in the 1950s and appearing (in non-singing roles) with Beverly Sills during the opening season of the New York State Theater at Lincoln Center in 1966. Over the years, he has acquired a library of videos and a growing knowledge of music and opera lore that he is eager to share with local students.

(123-3201) Tapestry Workshop – Sarah Gotowka Thursday, October 12, (1:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: During this workshop you will be introduced to the art of weaving. Weaving might look complex and intimidating, but Sarah will show you how simple weaving can be with a small, take-home cardboard tapestry loom. Please bring your own yarn to weave with!

 Bio: Sarah Gotowka is a practicing textile artist and instructor. She has been weaving since 2005 and has been growing natural dyes since 2010. Since moving to the Ithaca area she has taught workshops at Cornell University, Ithaca College, The Johnson Museum of Art, Wells College, New Roots Charter School, The Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts, The Craftstitute, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and

Trumansburg Middle School. For more information on Sarah Gotowka please visit her website: www.saagoto.com

(407-3202) Dare2Bare Art Class – Karen Becker Thursdays, September 14 – November 2, (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Paper, paint, and glue. Crooked lines encouraged. Collage with maps, painting tyvek, painting with bleeding tissue paper, altered pages. Explore pure color, texture and gelli plate printing. Imagination and willingness to explore are the only experience needed. &12 Ellis Drive, Dryden 844-8106 Focus is abstract. Come learn and share your work in a supportive Insurance available exclusively through Local atmosphere. (Class cap at 12 participants. Independent Agents Materials fee $6.00 payable to the instructor at first session).

 Bio: Karen Becker... retired by accident. BS Michigan State University Child Development & Education; AS Tompkins Cortland Community College, Computer Graphics & Graphic Design; Interests: Photography & Textile arts. Exhibits: State of the Art Gallery Photography, NYSBIA Graphics, Brazieres for a Cure Cancer Challenge winner for most innovative, turned a bra into a 3 dimensional Blue Footed Booby.

(411-3203) Masterpieces of the Met, Part 2 – Luke Colavito Wednesdays, October 11 – November 15, (6 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm)

 Description: Let's complete our study of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's curatorial department wings: Egyptian, Greek and Roman, American, Contemporary and Modern. We'll catch up on the Met's current roof installation which uses the collection as a scavenger hunt. There will be a short review of the Part I class, with some new material added. Part I is not a prerequisite. All are welcome.

 Bio: Luke Colavito was a researcher in Environmental Biology at Boyce Thompson Institute. After retirement in 1998, he began participating in the Lifelong Learning Program. He has been a docent at the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell and has lectured with Elderhostel’s Road Scholar Program.

(125-3206) Food Memories: A Creative Workshop – Zee Zahava Monday, October 23, (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Whether you choose to describe a family meal from years ago, or write about last night's dinner, come write and share food memories. Bring a notebook and pen. Class cap at 12 participants, requires a minimum of 8 to hold the session.

 Bio: Zee Zahava has been leading writing circles in her downtown Ithaca studio since 1994. She is the 2017 Poet Laureate of Tompkins County.

(200-3207) Beat Readings – Tom Hall Mondays, October 23 – October 30, (2 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Many of us have read some of the Beats, Kerouac, Ginsberg, Snyder and so on. These open discussions are an opportunity to share our comments on the Beats, and for those new to the Beats to gain some insight on reading them. The sessions are open discussions of readings. During the first one I will introduce the topic, give some background, and raise some issues to discuss. The group will decide what we will do and read, as the session evolves.

 Bio: Tom Hall's interest in Beats began in 1960's. In June 1988 he attended the opening commemoration of the Kerouac Memorial in Lowell, MA, Kerouac's home town. He continues to read and read about the Beats.

(201-3224) Coming Attractions: Inside Indie Film Distribution & Exhibition– Brett Bossard Monday, October 30, (10:00am-11:30am at Lifelong) Monday, November 6, (1:00pm-3:30pm at Cinemapolis)

 Description: What makes a film "independent," and why does it sometimes take longer for them to find their way to Ithaca? Who decides where, when, and what "art films" play here? Find out the answers to these and many other questions in two "behind the scenes" sessions with the director of Cinemapolis. Session one features movie clips and a discussion of the changing landscape of art house cinemas; session two features a backstage tour of the theater and a special private screening.

 Bio: Brett Bossard, (B.S. Ithaca College, MA Burlington Green State University), the executive director of Cinemapolis, spent the past two decades in arts administration, working for a variety of community arts organizations and public history centers. A recovering broadcaster, he stumbled into the non-profit sector while interning at a history museum in Bowling Green, Ohio. Having spent a life mired in popular culture, he traces his own cinephilia back to the Jerry Lewis Twin Cinema in his hometown of Hornell, New York.

Jewelry for the Holiday Season – Sally Anderson Tuesdays, November 7 – November 14, (2 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) (202-3208) (You can register for both sessions or individually)

(130-3209) Tuesday, November 7 - OR- (131-3210) Tuesday November 14

 Description: Make an eye-catching set of bead-strung earrings in one session and the next session a beaded necklace or bracelet. No previous experience necessary! If you have round nose pliers and wire cutters please bring them, although some will be available to share at the class. A list of supplies, suppliers, and the necklace’s image will be available at Lifelong’s desk a month in advance of the class if you want to purchase your own beads.

Material Fees: Materials fee for earring kit $5, which is enough supplies to make 6-8 pair of earrings. The material fee for a bracelet kit and/or necklace will run from $6-$20 depending on type of beads chosen. Material fees payable to the instructor.

 Bio: Sally Anderson is a retired psychiatric social worker, who has lived in Ithaca for the past 40 years. She has participated in the Ithaca Festival, Apple Festival, Rochester Lilac Festival and the Syracuse Holiday Craft Spectacular. She has a strong passion for creative expression with jewelry making and enjoys sharing this with others.

(111E-3211) – Polynesian Dance – Julianne Wrolstad Tuesday, November 7, (6:30pm-7:30pm)

 Description: Aloha! Come hang loose with Hula Hut Polynesian Dance professional and local dance instructor, Julianne Wrolstad, as she performs a hula dance demo, then shares tidbits about Polynesian culture, costumes and more.

 Bio: Julianne Wrolstad, (MA, Clinical Psychology) began studying Polynesian styles of dance around the age of ten. She also has years of experience performing ballet, jazz, funk, hip hop, modern/lyrical, Caribbean and Middle Eastern dance. Originally, Julianne founded Hula Hut Polynesian Dance in Minnesota as a way to bring the warmth of Polynesian dance to the very cold winters in the Midwest. She moved to NY in 2006 and continues to spread the beauty and spirit of these dance forms today.

(132-3212) Exploring Music & Meaning - Deborah Rifkin Monday, December 11, (2:00pm-3:30pm)

 Description: How does music create meaning? Especially for music without words, how do organized sounds evoke such powerful emotional responses? Using examples from 18th-21st-century classical music, this course will explore several theories of musical meaning. Please bring pen and paper and come prepared for active discussion and learning!

 Bio: Deborah Rifkin is an award-winning teacher of music theory and aural skills at Ithaca College. Before coming to Ithaca, she taught at the Oberlin College Conservatory, and received her Ph.D. from the Eastman School of Music. She started out as a classical violinist, earning prizes and prestigious seats in regional orchestras. Now, she is an avid fiddler. Another passion of hers is cultivating creativity. In addition to teaching a general-education class on creativity at Ithaca College, she has been an invited speaker leading workshops on creativity in both national and local venues.

FINANCE

(101E-3213) Treasured Possessions and Family Heirlooms – Kimberly Gazzo Tuesday, September 19, (5:00pm-6:00pm)

 Description: What am I going to do with all this? Whether downsizing or clearing out a loved-one’s estate, unraveling the complexity of sending personal property to market can stymie the best of us. Come learn how to make this a simple process and maximize the return from selling personal property by offering it to a global buying market.

 Bio: Kimberly Gazzo serves as a community liaison for Worth Asset Brokerage which is home to Worth Auctions, National Book Auctions and other related services. A widowed mother of two young-adult sons as well as daughter to aging parents, Kimberly’s

guidance can help fellow boomers manage the unique relationships and life tasks forged in the sandwich generation.

(116-3214) End-of-Life Decisions and Care – Emilee K. Lawson Hatch Wednesday, September 20, (10:00am-11:00am)

 Description: Join us for a discussion about palliative care and end-of-life decision making. Emilee Lawson Hatch, a local attorney, will lead a discussion to provide you with information about how to make sure your wishes are known, and how to honor the wishes of your loved ones. We will discuss how to: communicate your end-of-life wishes, help your loved ones prepare, help you and your family feel confident with your plan, make life easier on your health care proxy and loved ones, be an effective health care proxy, and make decisions for someone with diminished capacity.

 Bio: Emilee K. Lawson Hatch, (BA, Colorado, JD, Syracuse University, LLM, University of Miami) grew up in Evergreen, Colorado. She was previous author of the Syracuse Law Review’s Trusts and Estates Survey of Law, honored with the CNY Business Journal 40 Under 40 Award in 2014, and named a NY Super Lawyers' Rising Star. She was awarded the Onondaga County Bar Assoc. Volunteer Lawyer's Project 2014 Distinguished Service Pro Bono Award, as well as the NYS Bar Assoc. President's Pro Bono Service Award. Currently an Attorney at Bousquet Holstein, she concentrates her practice in the areas of estate planning, trust and estate administration, and elder law.

(107E-3215) Take Care of Those You Love - How to be an Executor and/or Trustee – Emilee K. Lawson Hatch Thursday, October 19, (5:30pm-6:30pm)

 Description: There are many sensitive issues and emotions that can arise when it comes to thinking about your estate or the estates of your loved ones. Emilee Lawson Hatch, a local attorney, will lead a discussion to provide you with information about the estate planning process and executor and trustee duties. We will discuss how to help your loved ones prepare their planning documents, simplify your estate plan, help you and your family to feel confident with your plan, make life easier on your future executor and trustee, and effective executor and/or trustee.

 Bio: See bio under “End-of-Life Decisions and Care” above.

(108E-3216) Financial Planning:Live Demonstration – Bill Murphy & Rusdi Sumner Monday, October 23, (6:00pm-7:00pm)

 Description: Come and see a real time demonstration of actual financial planning software. You’ve probably heard that anyone who is either approaching retirement, or in retirement, “needs a financial plan.” But what does that mean exactly, and what does a financial plan really look like? We’ll look at some common “what-if” scenarios that can affect cash flow for retirees such as:

 Bio: Bill Murphy, CFP® is a Wealth Advisor for Tompkins Financial Advisors. He works with current and potential clients to help them pursue their financial goals. Bill provides guidance on investment strategies to address each client’s specific needs, working toward building, protecting, and preserving wealth throughout a client’s lifetime.

 Bio: Rusdi Sumner is a financial planner for Tompkins Financial Advisors. She works with clients to identify their wealth management and financial planning needs while

collaborating with a team of financial planners and analysts. Rusdi brings over 15 years of client service experience to her role. Prior to joining Tompkins, she was owner and co- founder of Avalon Homes, LLC., a local residential construction and development company.

(110E-3217) Long-Term Care Planning Solutions– Susan Suben & Mardis Kelsen Wednesday, November 1, (5:30pm-7:00pm)

 Description: How do you plan for long-term care? This class will address the many different planning strategies from a legal and financial point of view. Our two presenters, an attorney and LTC planning specialist will cover such topics as wills, power of attorney, Medicare, Medicaid, irrevocable trusts and probate as well as long-term care insurance, life insurance, short-term recovery plans and the NYS Partnership.

 Bio: Susan Suben, MS, CSA is the President of Long Term Care Associates, Inc. and Elder Care Planning. She is an independent broker who has been helping families plan for long-term care for 21 years and she also serves her clients as a care coordinator when they are helping a loved one deal with a long-term care illness.

 Bio: Mardis Kelsen, attorney, is located in Cortland, New York.

Gardening & Outdoors

(128-3218) Soil Health, the Key to Sustainable Food Production – Peter Hobbs Tuesday, October 31, (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Much like our own bodies and gut, soil is a living kingdom of soil micro- organisms. We cannot see them and only recently are we starting to understand their importance in nourishing plants. Like other forms of nature, it is easy for one to degrade this biodiversity by using agricultural techniques that destroy this micro-biome. We will discuss the many forms of biodiversity in soils and explain why they are important and what can be done to nurture their survival not only for the soil health but the survival of humankind.

 Bio: Peter Hobbs, born in the UK, completed his Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Botany before moving to the US for his graduate degrees including a PhD at Cornell. After 30 years in South Asia working with national research programs and farmers to help improve food productivity, he returned to Cornell in 2002 teaching and advising students in International Agriculture.

HUMANITIES

(115-3219) What Works For You? Maintaining Resilience As You Age - Eric Clay Friday, September 15, (1:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: In this skill-building workshop, you will explore how to maintain a forward- looking approach to your relationships--with yourself and others--as you age. As part of a small group, you will describe and share the practical, everyday steps you take to live the life you value. Share your hopes and expectations with the group, in anticipation of conversations with loved ones who may neither understand nor agree with your choices

or desires. In addition, you will explore how your approach may need to be adapted to address the changes you can expect in your life as you age. This workshop will help you identify crucial timing and skills for important conversations, as well as anticipate when you will need to reassess what works and when to adapt your strategies to new realities.

 Bio: Eric Clay, founder of Shared Journeys, facilitates coaches, and counsels groups and individuals addressing differences and conflicts regarding religion, science, politics, economic class, race and culture. For 20 years, he has facilitated "Aging Well" groups in Ithaca at Lifelong, through Shared Journeys, and at other venues. He hosts The Made of Clay Report, interviewing area residents about their lives on WRFI 88.1FM, Sundays, 10 am - noon, http://madeofclay.org/.

(403-3220) Conscious Conversation– Neil Golder Thursdays, September 7 – December 14, (no class November 23), (14 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm)

 Description: Conversation—that is, conscious conversation—has the power to transform each of us and the world. But what is this world? Who are we and what is our place in the world? How do we love it? Can we make it better? What is the actual reality of being? Here's an opportunity to work together on these and other ultimate questions through learning and practicing conscious conversation. (My approach is based on the work of Robert and Cheryl Sardello, and Carl H. Flygt.)

 Bio: Neil H. Golder, PhD. has lived in Ithaca almost 50 years. He has been a kitchen manager at the Loaves and Fishes community kitchen, and for many years has worked for justice with the Ithaca Catholic Workers. He trained at the School of Eurythmy and the School of Spiritual Psychology.

Exploring Astrology With Others – Laura Negronida (102E-3221) Tuesday, September 19, (5:30pm-6:30pm) -OR- (122-3222) Tuesday, October 10, (1:00pm-2:00pm)

 Description: A session open to all who are interested in discussing and exploring astrology as it manifests in us and through our lives. Appropriate for “beginners” to “experts,” the level of expertise is not as important as is a willingness to share knowledge and questions. If there is enough interest, perhaps this will be the beginning of a network of some kind for further exploration.

 Bio: Laura Negronida first began to learn how to cast & interpret a birth chart almost 50 years ago. Since then she has explored chart comparisons (synastry) and transits (particularly of the outer planets). She is interested in learning more, as well as sharing what she has learned.

(410-3223) Introduction to Platonic Dialogues II - Alex Delfini Thursdays, October 5 – November 30, (no class Nov. 23), (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: This fall the class will continue to explore the philosophy of Plato, delving into works that, while still having Socrates as the central figure, deal more specifically with Plato’s view of morality, justice, the nature of the soul and the nature of knowledge. We will focus primarily on Plato’s most well-known and influential work,

the Republic. The course will begin with a review of the Early Dialogues examined in Part I. Part I is not a prerequisite for participation in Part II.

 Bio: Alex Delfini, recently retired from Iona College, was an Associate Professor, teaching philosophy and classic works of Western Civilization. He also taught Social Theory, Literature, and Religion in the Hudson Valley region. He recently taught this course through a grant from the NY Humanities Council. Since his undergraduate days, he has performed folk music, singing and playing guitar and banjo.

(413-3204)Turning Points in Middle Eastern History – Joann Palmer Mondays, October 16 – December 11, (9 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Designed to increase our understanding of the Middle East, this set of lectures by Eeamonn Gearson of Johns Hopkins University explores a 1,300 year window from the rise of the prophet Muhammad to the fall of the Ottoman Empire following World War I. This course comes from The Great Courses and consists of 36 lectures. We will watch 2 of the videoed lectures each session and join in group discussions in an effort to increase our knowledge of this critically important area of the world.

 Bio: JoAnn Palmer is a retired special education teacher dedicated to the process of life long learning. She enjoys the outdoors – swimming, kayaking, and horseback riding, and the indoor pursuit of reading and art.

Cooking Matters for Adults – Tina Snyder Thursdays, November 9 – December 21 (no class on Nov. 23), (6 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: This series teaches adults how to prepare and shop sensibly for health meals on a limited budget. You can participate in the entire series or in individual sessions.

(020-3226) - (November 9 – December 21) Cooking Matters for Adults, (ALL 6 sessions) (021-3227) - (November 9) Healthy Cooking Basics (022-3228) - (November 16) Choosing Fruits, Vegetables and Whole Grains (024-3229) - (November 30) Cooking Lean and Low Fat (026-3230) - (December 7) Plan to Make the Most of Your Meals (028-3231) - (December 14) Shopping Smart (029-3232) - (December 21) Recipe for Success

 Bio: Tina Snyder has been employed at Cornell Cooperative Extension for 28 years as a Nutrition Program Educator, is credentialed in Family Development, a certified lactation

counselor, and is currently working toward a degree in Public Health. She has worked with many people helping them improve their health by teaching how to prepare foods for themselves that are nutritious, inexpensive and tasty too.

LANGUAGES

(408-3233) Continuing Intermediate and Advanced French – Natasha Tall Fridays, September 15 – October 27, (7 sessions), (11:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: The class will continue to work on becoming more fluent in French. Students will review grammar rules and more emphasis will be given to conversation. This class is open to students who have already taken French. The instructor will contact new students to determine if this level is appropriate for them. (Class cap at 6 participants)

 Bio: Natasha Tall is trilingual in Spanish, English, and French (her native tongue from spending ten years as a child in Switzerland), and has lived in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She holds a degree in languages from Denison University, Ohio and taught French at a private school in Queens, NY. Now retired, Natasha is a local writer of short stories.

(409-3234) Introductory Japanese – Lynn Broquist Hoshino Fridays, September 22 – November 17, (No class on October 20), (8 sessions), (11:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: This class offers an introduction to the basics of a language that is fascinatingly different from English, as well as a look into the interesting culture that is reflected in that language. There will be classroom discussion in English as well as lighthearted immersion in the Japanese language, facilitated by the instructor’s use of mime, props, and laughingly bad drawing! We will also discuss the unique Japanese writing system, but we will be using the Roman alphabet for our classroom purposes.

 Bio: Lynn Broquist Hoshino is a former adjunct professor of applied linguistics at Columbia University and visiting lecturer at Cornell. She currently works as a dictionary editor (lexicographer) here in Ithaca. She studied Japanese at London Polytechnic Institute, Nichibel Kaiwa Gakuin, Tokyo, and at Columbia University in New York City. She lived in Japan for two and a half years, studying Japanese and teaching English at Aoyama Gakuin University.

(412-3235) Sign Language – Aurora Golden-Appleton Thursdays, October 12 – November 16, (6 sessions), (1:00pm-2:00pm)

Description: This class is intended for learners with an elementary knowledge of ASL and Deaf culture. We will learn the basic syntax of ASL, fingerspell the alphabet, increase vocabulary knowledge, and explore deaf culture

 Bio: Aurora Golden-Appleton is a homeschooled student with a longstanding interest in sign language. She was taught ASL I, II, and III by a deaf couple and is involved in the Deaf community. She coordinates an ASL practice group at Barnes & Noble Tuesday evenings. She loves learning languages and is excited to teach this class.

Offsite Courses

(012-3236) Understanding Brain Injury: Causes and Challenges – Jessica Morley Thursday, September 21, (2:30pm-4:00pm), (Session to be held at Ulysses Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg)

 Description: Each year, over 140,000 New Yorkers experience traumatic brain injury. From the teenager sustaining a concussion on a football field, to the parent injured in a car crash on her daily commute, to the senior who falls in his home, brain injury may affect anyone, anytime, anywhere.

 Bio: Jessica Morley is a Certified Brain Injury Specialist. As a Family Advocacy, Counseling, and Training Services Coordinator for the Brain Injury Association of New York State, she works with brain injury survivors and their families. She provides supportive counseling, system advocacy, and information referral in Southern Tier and Central NY.

(011-3237) Advanced English as a Second Language – Dolina Millar Fridays, September 15 – November 10, (no class on September 29 & October 27), (7 sessions), (1:15pm-3:15pm) (Classes to be held at Tompkins Learning Partners, 124 W. Buffalo Street, Ithaca)

 Description: Classes for learning English. The class will work on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. No textbook is required for the class.

 Bio: Dolina Millar was an “English as a Second Language” and “Adult Basic Education” teacher with BOCES for over 15 years and has been a Lifelong Learning instructor for over 5 years. She also spent time in Thailand as a Peace Corp volunteer.

(005E-3238) – Who’s Going to Arrange Your Funeral? – Dave Bandler Tuesday, October 17, (6:30pm-7:30pm), (Session will be held at the Newfield Public Library, 198 Main Street, Newfield)

 Description: We’re all going to die! The problem is, we don’t know when or where! With prior planning and help from the Funeral Consumer’s Alliance of the Finger Lakes, you and your family can be ready for that life-changing event. Essentially, this is Estate Planning 101. The discussion will include the need for Wills, Powers of Attorney, Health & Death Care Directives, a Survivors Checklist, as well as knowing Your Funeral Consumer Rights in New York State. Making your own End of Life decisions can be one of the best favors you can do for your family and for yourself!

 Bio: David Bandler is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Food Science at Cornell. He served on the faculty from 1965 until his retirement on January 1, 1998. He has been a member of the Funeral Consumers Alliance since 1961 and is currently an Advisor to the Board.

(104E-3239) Fascism – Tom Butler Wednesday, October 4, (6:00pm-8:00pm), (Session to be held at Ulysses Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg)

 Description: Sadly, we have been hearing this term bandied about in an accusatory fashion for over a year now, but how many of us really know what fascism is? Drawing from a variety of sources, all written well before American politics became so polarized, this presentation will attempt to give you a workable understanding of fascism so that you can decide for yourself whether the term is applicable to any of the political forces at large both in the U.S. and in the world in 2017.

 Bio: See bio under “Anyone Can Draw” on page 10.

(109E-3240) Budgeting 101 – Joseph Outzen Wednesday, October 25, (6:30pm-7:30pm), (Session to be held at Titus Towers, 798 South Plain Street, Ithaca)

 Description: Further details on course content forthcoming.

 Bio: Joseph is an advisor for Tompkins Wealth Advisors and brings over nine years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining Tompkins, he was a supervisor with Transamerica. He holds the FINRA 7 and 66 security registrations through LPL Financial, and a bachelor’s degree in finance from Florida State University.

POLITICAL ISSUES

(100E-3277) Restoring Democracy – A Plan for Campaign Finance Reform that Will Work – Gillian Pederson-Krag Tuesday, September 12, (5:30pm-6:30pm)

 Description: The American Anti-Corruption Act is the creation of a non-partisan group called Represent Us. Already being enacted in many cities and districts in America, it was originally created by 2 Republicans; Jack Abramoff and Trevor Potter, George Bush's Federal Elections Commissioner and a Democrat; Lawrence Lessing, a Professor of Constitutional Law at Harvard and the person who initiated the Occupy movement. It is a comprehensive, practical and inspired plan to fix our broken election system and change the way our elections are funded.

 Bio: Gillian Pederson-Krag is a painter and taught art at Cornell for 13 years. She has also taught at Dartmouth, Queens College, Swarthmore, and Indiana University. Her work is represented in the permanent collections of the Everson Museum, the Library of Congress Print Collection, the Memorial Art Gallery, the Johnson Museum and the Mint Museum of Art among other collections.

(405-3241) Chaos and You – Wayne O’Brien Tuesdays, September 12 – October 3, (4 sessions), (1:00pm-2:30pm)

 Description: We all live in chaos at times in our lives. These chaotic times promote changes within. Usually we don't notice that a paradigm shift has resulted; but, after our lives have "settled" down, we begin a new phase of life not really noticing somehow change has occurred. This class will offer a way to understand what has happened

during, and after, such shifting paradigms. Come experience how and why these chaotic times lead to a new way of living.

 Bio: Wayne O'Brien received his BA and MA from the University of Maryland. He has taught in the high school and Lifelong settings for a combined total of over 35 years. While his expertise is mainly in Science, he is well versed in human psychology and experiential philosophy. He brings his life long endeavors of trying to understand human behavior to all classes he teaches by combining presented material with a Socratic method of teaching.

(002E-3242) Africana Library Film Series: “Agents of Change” – Eric Kofi Acree Tuesday, September 26, (6:30pm-8:00pm), NSSS

 Description: In April 1969 Black students occupied the Willard Straight Hall at Cornell University. This film investigates the Black students’ struggle for a more relevant and meaningful education. Through the young men and women at the forefront, Agents of Change examines the untold story of the racial conditions on college campuses that led to these protests, revealing how unprepared institutions were when confronted by demands for black studies programs, safer housing, fairer judicial proceedings, and other democratizing changes. The film's characters were at the crossroads of change and controversy at a pivotal time in America's history.

 Bio: Eric Kofi Acree, Director of the John Henrik Clarke Africana Library and Coordinator of Fine Arts and Music Libraries at Cornell, is the African/African American subject specialist for Cornell University Library. In 2012 he began serving on the Boards of The History Center in Tompkins County, and Cinemapolis. He attained his Masters of Library Studies from the University at Buffalo where he also devolved a fondness for Buffalo wings, and beef on wick. His hobbies include model trains and physical fitness.

(416-3243) Current Events/World Affairs: An Open Discussion – Henry Stark Wednesdays, October 18 – December 20, (10 sessions), (10:00am-11:30am)

 Description: Participants discuss one or more topics from local, national, or international news topics that occur each week. Sessions are provocative and challenging but always respectful. Come and participate or simply listen to others. It's a great way to keep up with the news while being challenged to think - and rethink - your own perspectives. (Class cap of 12).

 Bio: Henry Stark lived in England and France where he taught investing and business- related courses for the government and at public universities. In the U.S. he taught and lectured at over 25 colleges and universities, including the Yale School of Management for 13 years and Cornell for over a decade.

(007E-3244) Africana Library Film Series: “I Am Not Your Negro” – Eric Kofi Acree Tuesday, October 24, (6:30pm-8:00pm), NSSS

 Description: Master documentary filmmaker Raoul Peck envisions the book James Baldwin never finished. The result is a radical, up-to-the-minute examination of race in America, using Baldwin's original words and a flood of rich archival material. A journey into black history that connects the past of the Civil Rights movement to the present of #BlackLivesMatter.

 Bio: See bio under “Agents of Change” above.

(417-3245) Current Economic Issues – Tom Butler Thursdays, November 30 – December 21, (4 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: As this is being written, no one knows for sure what the major issues facing our economy will be in the fall, but they are sure to be complex. Our first class will review basic macroeconomic theory from a standard Keynesian perspective and begin to take an inventory of what issues participants wish to discuss. Possible topics include tax policy/reform, the impact of immigration, defense spending, investment markets, the Federal Reserve and a host of others.

 Bio: See bio under “Anyone Can Draw” on page 8.

(009E-3246) Africana Library Film Series: “Jackie Robinson” – Eric Kofi Acree Tuesday, December 5, (6:30pm-8:00pm), NSSS

 Description: This is the story of Jack Roosevelt Robinson, a sharecropper's son who elevated an entire race and country when he broke Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947. The film illuminates Robinson's place as a leader and icon of the civil rights movement whose exemplary life and aspirational message of equality continues to inspire generations of Americans. Includes interviews with family members and rarely- seen photographs and film footage.

 Bio: See bio under “Agents of Change” on page 20.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

(113-3250) Sudoku for Beginners – MarieAnne Krieg Wednesday, September 13, (2:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: 81 little boxes but only 9 numbers, one for each box on the board. This class will take the mystery out of those numbers and have you addicted in no time. Come and have some fun!

 Bio: MarieAnne Krieg was born and raised in the Bronx but she and her spouse Ron have made Ithaca their home since 1989. In addition to playing the piano and various culinary abilities, she is a self-taught and full time computer nerd. She has taught at Lifelong since 2001 where she hosts a monthly Vegan dish-to-pass dinner.

(114-3247) OverDrive for eBooks and eAudiobooks – Thomas Fredette Thursday, September 14, (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: OverDrive is a service that allows patrons to borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks. Titles borrowed can be enjoyed on desktop or laptop computers, as well as tablets and smartphones. In most cases patrons will have to download additional software (which is free) to be able read or listen to their eBooks. Official OverDrive website: https://www.overdrive.com/ Finger Lakes Library System eBook catalog: https://flls.overdrive.com/

 Bio: Thomas Fredette has been a librarian with Tompkins County Public Library since 2014, and enjoys teaching patrons how to download eBooks and other digital content.

(117-3248) RBDigital – Thomas Fredette Thursday, September 21, (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: RBDigital for Libraries: The RBDigital for Libraries services allows patrons to borrow digital versions of popular magazines. Titles borrowed can be enjoyed on desktop or laptop computers, as well as tablets and smartphones. In most cases patrons will have to download additional software (which is free) to be able to read their eMagazines. Official RB Digital website: https://www.rbdigital.com/

Finger Lakes Library System eMagazine catalog: https://www.rbdigital.com/fingerlakesny/service/zinio/landing?

 Bio: See bio from OverDrive for eBooks and eAudiobooks above.

(118-3251) Intermediate Sudoku - MarieAnne Krieg Wednesday, September 27, (2:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: So you know the basics of Sudoku but still have problems putting those 9 numbers in the right place. Join us for some fun tips for solving the trickier games.

 Bio: See bio “Sudoku for Beginners” on page 21.

(119-3249) Hoopla – Thomas Fredette Thursday, September 28, (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Hoopla: Hoopla is a service that allows patrons to borrow a variety of media, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital comic books, movies, television shows and full length music albums. Titles borrowed can be enjoyed on desktop or laptop computers, as well as tablets and smartphones. In most cases patrons will have to download additional software (which is free) to be able to read, watch or listen to their digital content. Official Hoopla website: https://www.hoopladigital.com/

 Bio: See bio from OverDrive for eBooks and eAudiobooks above.

(121-3252) Amateur Radio – Gregory Lawrence Friday, October 6, (11:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Participants in this class will experience a brief overview of amateur radio, radios to pass around, live contact with another ham operator via a local repeater (audience members can join in), and sending morse code with the left foot (an amateur radio tradition).  Bio: Gregory Lawrence has been an amateur radio operator for 30 years. He holds his father’s call sign, W2JWM. Employed at Cornell, Greg is a librarian at the agriculture library. Greg enjoys building radio equipment and talking “on the air.”

(415-3253) The ABCs of Immunity – Bill Ghiorse Tuesdays, October 17 – November 14, (5 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: The course starts with a brief overview of microbial pathogens and processes of infection and disease. This is followed by discussion of the barriers to infection, focusing on the human immune system that is designed to neutralize and eliminate any invading microbial pathogen or damaging foreign substance. Recognizing that our immune system can be overcome or avoided by a few virulent pathogens, the class will focus primarily on the normal function of the healthy immune system.

 Bio: Bill Ghiorse is Professor Emeritus of Microbiology at Cornell University. He has done extensive research in environmental microbiology and taught general microbiology, including lectures on medical microbiology for more than 37 years. He believes that everyone should know more about the microbes in their life and the many positive (and few negative) impacts they have on human activities.

(124-3254) They’re Out to Get You: Malware, Ransomware, Trojan Horses & Other Computer Nasties! - MarieAnne Krieg Wednesday, October 18, (2:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: If your computer has ever been attacked by some form of Malware, you are not alone. New research shows that Malware incidences are on the rise and that no one is immune. Learn how to recognize the different forms of malware, how to protect yourself, and what to do when your computer falls victim to such attacks.

 Bio: See bio under “Sudoku for Beginners” on page 21.

(126-3255) When Your Computer Slows Down – MarieAnne Krieg Wednesday, October 25, (2:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: There often comes a time in each computer's life when it seems to slow down to a snail's pace. This class will investigate the reasons for this and what to do about it. Among other things we will learn how to delete unwanted programs and how to clear the cache (two very simple procedures). Other topics covered will be disc defragmenting, putting an end to pop ups as well as searching for spyware and other kinds of malware.

 Bio: See bio under “Sudoku for Beginners” on page 21.

SUNDRY CLASSES

(402-3256) Beginners Bridge – Linda VonCino Thursdays, September 7 – October 12, (6 sessions), (10:30am-11:30AM)

 Description: Learn the element of beginners bridge: Bridge etiquette; valuing the points in your hand; bidding conventions; playing the hand - more bidding conventions. Bridge is an interesting, complex card game. This course will help you understand the elementary rules giving you a foundation on which to build a robust and many-faceted game.

 Bio: An Ithaca resident for 11 years, and a bridge player for 30 years. Linda considers herself to be an intermediate level bridge player and just simply enjoys the game!

(001E-3257) Enough Abuse: Strategies for your Family & Community - Enough Abuse Tompkins Tuesday, September 19 (5:30pm-7:30pm)

Description: Kids have the right to be safe, yet 1 in 6 men and 1 in 4 women report being sexually abused in childhood. In this interactive workshop we will begin to understand child sexual abuse as a public health problem. We will discuss the many messages children receive from our culture, their communities and families, and how these contribute to sexual abuse. We will briefly touch on tactics abusers use to gain access to children, as well as ways we can protect and prevent abuse of the kids in our own lives.

 Bio: Since 2013, Enough Abuse Tompkins, an Advocacy Center Project, has been teaching adults how to prevent people from victimizing children and how to prevent children from developing sexually abusive behaviors. In 2015 and 2016 alone, our volunteer trainers conducted 58 workshops and trained 1,137 adults. Participant comments include that they “... want to commit this to memory and use it” and “This should be REQUIRED for all caregivers, teachers, and parents.”

Land of Forgetfulness: Adapting Through a Journey of Alzheimer’s – Lorraine Pakkala (103E-3281) Tuesday, September 19, (5:00pm-6:00pm) -OR- (120-3282) Monday, October 2, (11:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: This book was written to be of assistance to those receiving the shattering news of a loved one entering or already in the throes of Alzheimer’s. There are many books with reams of statistics and warnings of terminal certainty but nothing helpful for coping on a daily basis. We will share a few of the coping mechanisms that may be helpful.

 Bio: Lorraine Pakkala’s essays and articles have appeared in Good News Broadcaster, Christian Life, PTL’s Action magazine, and the Aglow magazine, among others. Lorraine received the national 1984 Safety Award in recognition of excellence for editorial features to effectively increase safety awareness and methods to decrease hazards in agriculture. Lorraine has served as editor of several magazines.

Greensprings Natural Cemetary – A Sustainable and Beautiful Alternative to Conventional Cemeteries - Herb Engman (014-3259) Tuesday, October 3, (10:00am-11:30am) -OR- (008E-3260) Tuesday, November 14, (5:30pm-7:00pm)

 Description: Greensprings Natural Cemetery is located atop a beautiful hill in Newfield, NY. It offers a sustainable, natural alternative to conventional burials. Natural or “green” burial will be described in general with focus on the Greensprings model in particular, including the 130 acre property which is designed as a nature preserve, the process and costs.

 Bio: The Presenter: Herb Engman is the President of Greensprings and had additional experience with Inlet Valley and Lakeview Cemeteries while serving as Town Supervisor

of the Town of Ithaca, retiring in 2015. Engman retired from Cornell's Department of Human Development in 2008.

(003E-3261) It's Not Just Jenna: film & discussion - Enough Abuse Tompkins Tuesday, October 10, (5:30pm-7:30pm)

 Description: It’s Not Just Jenna is a true story of sexual abuse. In this 20 minute film Jenna Quinn and her family share the ways Jenna’s abuser gained access to her, the ways her behavior changed that were signs she was being abused, and how the family responded & recovered once they learned of the abuse. The film is followed by a guided discussion exploring the issues central to Jenna and her family’s story.

 Bio: See bio “Enough Abuse: Strategies for your Family & Community” on page 24.

(127-3262) Cooking for One or Two – Lorraine Johnson Monday, October 30, (2:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: There are approximately 80 million one and two person households in the United States. Sometimes, cooking for one or two may seem like it’s not worth the trouble; however, everyone needs a variety of foods to stay healthy. Homemade meals are usually more nutritious, better tasting and more economical, compared with restaurant, fast food or other prepared meals. We will prepare two three-course, easy meals for one or two and taste the results. (Material fee is to be paid to the instructor. If fewer than six participants the fee will be $7, six or more and the fee will be $6)

 Bio: Lorraine Johnson (BA Cornell, MA Syracuse) has been teaching cooking in a variety of settings for over 20 years. For 25 years she has been a volunteer ESL teacher and combines her passion for cooking, love of meeting people from different cultures, and experience teaching English into classes she calls “Cooking up English”. Students from different countries get to practice their English while learning to cook up American style food.

(129-3263)_How to Tell a Darn Good Story – Regi Carpenter Monday, November 6, (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Learn how to tell a great, fun and engaging folk or fairy tale to your grandkids and friends. We will play story games and learn stories to tell with paper, handkerchiefs, and small household items.

 Bio: For over twenty years Regi Carpenter has been utilizing the power of stories to motivate, inspire, energize and focus individuals in corporate, academic and non-profit settings. She is the recipient of many awards, including Storytelling World, Parent’s Choice, and Parents’ Guide to Children’s Media Award and founder of Stories with Spirit, a creative initiative dedicated to bringing songs of joy and stories of hope to grieving children and the people who love and care for them in homes, hospices, and hospitals.

(112E-3264) The Modern Car Buying Process – Nick Simpson Tuesday, November 14, (5:30pm-7:30pm)

 Description: In this two hour course you will learn insider knowledge on how to get a good deal and avoid scams when buying or leasing a car. Learn how to search for the right car, how to secure and when to avoid financing, what to do with your old car and

how to sell it yourself. You’ll also get tips for negotiation and how to walk into the dealership with the deal already settled.

 Bio: Nick Simpson, an Ithaca native, has a degree in management from Keuka College, is a car enthusiast, and worked in “new car sales”. While in the industry he enjoyed connecting with people and sharing his love of all types of cars. He did not enjoy high pressure sales people, overpriced add-ons, and the general high stress and adversarial process. He started Painless Car Buyer as a service to advocate for buyers, thus making the car buying process painless.

(133-3265) Batter Breads – Lorraine Johnson Tuesday, December 12, (2:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: If you want to make yeast bread and either you have never made it before or you think it takes too much time, batter breads are the answer. Usually, there is only one rising and no kneading. We will prepare 3 batter breads and taste the results. (Material fee is to be paid to the instructor. If fewer than six participants the fee will be $6, six or more and the fee will be $5).

 Bio: See bio under “Cooking for One or Two” on page 25.

WELLNESS AND HEALTH

(010-3266) Parkinson’s Disease: More than Motor Symptoms – Dr. Amjad, MD Thursday, September 7, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: More than 50% of people with Parkinson’s Disease will experience hallucinations and/or delusions during the course of their journey with the disease. In this presentation, Dr. Amjad, MD will explain the difference between hallucinations and delusions and discuss why they occur and what can be done about them

 Bio: Fahd Amjad, (MD,Georgetown) is an Assistant Professor of Neurology in the Movement Disorder Division and co-clinical Director of the Care Education and Research Center for Huntington Disease at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. His special interests include the medical and surgical management of Parkinson's disease, essential tremor and dystonia. He is also experienced in the treatment of Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes, ataxia, tardive dyskinesia, Huntington Disease and tic disorders.

(013-3267) Play a Game, Speed up Alzheimer's Research– Schaffer/Nishimura Lab Friday, September 8, (1:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: The Schaffer/Nishimura Lab conducts research on Alzheimer's Disease, and uses biological findings in mice to develop potential treatments for humans. One step in all of their research is extremely time consuming though, so another organization called the Human Computation Institute developed a computer game called Stall Catchers, exponentially speeding up progress toward drug development. Presenters will explain some of the science, and give everyone a chance to play the game and ask any questions. Anyone can play Stall Catchers - no specific knowledge or scientific background is required.

(105E-3268) Wildflowerfire – A Pathway to Living Better – Daniel Kaiya Fuson Tuesday, October 10, (5:30pm-7:00pm)

 Description: This class offers its participants through movement, meditation, and breath exercises that can be used in response to daily challenges. There are 12 exercises that inspire creativity, energy amidst lethargy, and help participants cope with anxiety and/or anger and more. As he teaches the exercises, Daniel will explain why these techniques work and introduce his practice and studio for those interested in continuing this work.

 Bio: Daniel Kaiya Fuson traveled an intensely personal healing journey that led him to the creation of Wildflowerfire. After studying with martial artists, healers, dancers, shamans, yogis, and musicians, he left his Wall Street job and after further exploration began to teach yoga and energy work at festivals and holistic centers throughout the US. Wildflowerfire is the integration of his experiences, understanding of the Twelve Chakra system, and the application of music theory and energetics. He has had a practice in Ithaca since 2012 and is completing a book.

Lifelong , in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, is pleased to offer workshops to help support those

who have a loved one diagnosed with

Alzheimer’s.

(016-3269) Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters Friday, October 13, (4:00pm-5:00pm)

 Description: What is the difference between typical age-related memory changes and Alzheimer’s disease? How do I know if I need to be concerned about myself or a loved one? What steps should I take if I think there might be a problem? This class will answer these questions and more. We will discuss the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s, why early detection is important, and how Alzheimer’s is diagnosed. We will also touch briefly on risk factors for Alzheimer’s and related dementias as well as the role of genetics in Alzheimer’s disease.

(025-3272) Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research Monday, December 4, (4:00pm-5:00pm)

 Description: For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age. Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease (023-3270) Tuesday, November 28, (4:00pm-5:00pm) -OR- (027-3271)Thursday, December 7, (3:30pm-4:30pm)

 Description: Is dementia a normal part of aging? What is the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia? This class will answer these questions and cover the basics, including risk factors, diagnosis, stages of Alzheimer’s, treatments, and resources. We will also discuss the benefits of early detection. This class briefly reviews risk factors, types of dementia, and how the brain is affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

(106E-3273) Aging, Driving & Family Conversations: Facts, Tips and Resources for Seniors, Friends, and Family – Sophie Somerfeldt Tuesday, October 17, (5:30pm-7:00pm)

 Description: The number of older drivers is booming! So is the need to understand the effects of aging, how to drive safer longer, and transportation alternatives. Come learn how to optimize safe driving for yourself and/or others, types and benefits of driver assessments, tips for effective family conversations, and what to do when safety concerns persist.

 Bio: Sophie Somerfeldt is a Transportation Community Educator with Way2Go of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County She works with local schools, helping professionals, transportation providers and more.

(017-3274) Finding Reliable Health & Medical Information on the Internet - CHAT Friday, October 20, (2:30pm-3:30pm), NSSS

 Description: Searching for health and medical information on the internet can be an overwhelming experience. This session will introduce you to helpful websites and discuss ways to identify reliable resources.

 Bio: Cornell Health Advocacy Topics (CHAT) aims to teach you how to be an effective advocate for your healthcare, how to more fully understand & better manage your health.

(018-3278) Let’s Do Lunch! Nutrition for Optimal Health with Foodnet Meals on Wheels – Kelly Quinn

Wednesday, October 25, (12:30pm-1:30pm)

 Description: Join Kelly Quinn, Foodnet Meals on Wheels Registered Dietitian, to discuss the impact diet can have on chronic diseases. The interactive discussion over lunch will include a review of dietary guidelines for preventing and treating chronic diseases, including how Foodnet Meal on Wheels program promotes optimal health through nutritious meals and social interaction. (Bring your own sack lunch; beverage and dessert will be provided).

 Bio: Kelly Quinn has a BS in Dietetics from Marywood University, an MS in Nutrition from Northern Illinois University and is certified as a Personal Trainer by the American Council on Exercise. In over 25 years as a registered dietitian, she has worked in hospitals, fitness centers, home care and hospice organizations throughout Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, and Illinois. She is a registered dietitian at Foodnet Meals on Wheels, where she oversees all aspects of their nutrition program.

Medicare Basics – Sarah Jane Blake (006E-3275) Monday, October 23, (5:45pm-8:00pm) -OR- (019-3276) Tuesday, November 7, (1:45pm-4:00pm)

 Description: Designed for those approaching age 65 and/or new to Medicare. Topics included will be: Medicare Parts A, B, & D and EPIC. Other topics will include Medigap plans, Medicare Savings Plans, Extra Help, and discount drug cards. We will also discuss how Medicare works with other health insurance. Health care reduction is the objective!

 Bio: Sarah Jane Blake (BA, English, University of Maine; JD, Franklin Pierce Law Center, NH) is the Tompkins County Outreach Coordinator for New York Statewide Senior Action Council. She has been a counselor and advocate for seniors, senior programs, and policies affecting seniors for over 10 years. Previously she was HIICAP Coordinator for Tompkins County and Retirement Services Coordinator at Lifelong.

Northside/Southside Program

Northside/Southside is a multicultural program open to all seniors, providing opportunities to participate with their peers in daily activities like shopping and dining as well as special events that promote cultural education and awareness. Activities are free unless otherwise noted. Lifelong membership is not required. We are grateful to the Tompkins County Office for the Aging for their continued support and funding of some of our programs.

NSSS Gatherings: 2nd Wednesday of the month, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

Time spent together to socialize! We will enjoy a light snack, share ideas for future programming and special events. Each gathering there will be a topic of discussion. There may be memory sharing, trivia, games, and a look into various cultures and traditions.

September 13 (Titus Towers) October 11 (McGraw House) November 8 (Conifer Village) December 13 (Lifelong)

NSSS Shopping: 3rd Tuesday of the month (Pick-up 10:00am, return pick-up at 1:45pm)

Lifelong will provide round-trip Gadabout service for you from Lifelong to shop at the Shops at Ithaca Mall.

September 19 October 17 November 21 December 19

st NSSS Dining: November 1 12:00pm-1:00pm at Lifelong

Time spent together to share conversation over lunch. Bring a dish-to-pass and enjoy the company of others.

CoffeeHouse Events Sponsored by Lifelong and NSSS (FREE)

(015-3279) Different Drummers – Margaret J. Moschak Tuesday, October 10, (2:00pm-3:00pm), NSSS

Description: Do you often wonder why people are so slow doing a job? Why don't they just get at it, do it and move on? Or maybe you feel just the opposite. Do you feel you are always being pushed by those around you? What is their everlasting hurry? Why do they

want everything done yesterday? If these questions ring a bell, you could find some answers in this book. Whether you have ever asked yourself any of the above questions, you might be interested to learn how these two different acting people cook differently, chose their clothes each day with a different focus, approach sex with a different flair and even enjoy and succeed in jobs as completely different say as a news reporter or a gardener.

Bio: 91 year-old Margaret J. Moschak will share her book and help us learn to see why we are the way we are with some compelling and funny examples!

(004E-3280) Come Get a Dose of Vitamin L - Janice Nigro Tuesday, October 17, (5:30pm-6:30pm), NSSS

Description: Vitamin L’s director Janice Nigro will speak about Vitamin L’s purpose and history and Vitamin L singers will perform some uplifting songs. VITAMIN L consists of songwriter Jan Nigro and a diverse group of talented Ithaca area singers ages 11 - 18. They sing songs from five nationally released, award winning VITAMIN L recordings. Song topics include empathy, gratitude, appreciating diversity, perseverance, human rights, friendship and more. Since 1989, Vitamin L has given over 1,100 performances at schools, festivals and conferences around the Northeast and beyond. The purpose of Vitamin L’s work is to spread love and goodwill, and to encourage positive character development through music, by inspiring young people with messages that are meaningful in their daily lives.

Bio: Vitamin L’s director Janice Nigro is co-founder of Vitamin L with her husband Jan Nigro, who wrote all of the Vitamin L songs and performs with the chorus.

Northside Southside Program

We Want You involved …

Programs offered under Northside Southside are open to all seniors. We are looking to expand our efforts and reach more seniors and we need your help! Do you know… Are you, or someone you know, interested in becoming part of an Advisory Committee to help plan events? Someone who could benefit

from a friendly visit?

-OR-

Someone who would enjoy Lifelong Contact: Tammy Dunn involvement in learning Program Director & Northside opportunities, exercise and Southside Coordinator social gatherings? Email: [email protected]

Phone: 607-273-1511 Ext. 231 Refer them to Lifelong!

Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon – Date To Be Announced

This annual tradition is a wonderful way to bring the community together to honor Dr. King’s legacy, enjoy the company of your friends and neighbors and have a delicious lunch. Lifelong will announce further details at a later date.

Are you a certified fitness Instructor? Do you have experience working with seniors?

Lifelong is interested in you!

Lifelong is currently seeking certified fitness instructor(s) with experience working with seniors.

Part-time. Various locations throughout Tompkins County.

If interested, please submit resume and availability to Tammy Dunn by email: [email protected] or call Lifelong at 273-1511.

LIFELONG ACTIVITIES – HEALTH & WELLNESS

Some of these programs are partially supported by Tompkins County and The County Office for the Aging. Lifelong membership is required for Health and Wellness activities held at Lifelong only. Class fees are $5 per class drop-in fee or $30 per month for unlimited Health and Wellness activities at any location. Lifelong Activities run year-round and any change to schedules below will be communicated accordingly.

SAILTraining: (Stay Active and independent for Life): Classes focus on stretching, flexibility, balance, low-impact aerobics, strength training, and deep breathing exercises.

Brooktondale Community Center Monday/Wednesday/Friday 10:00am-11:00am

Dryden Currently looking for an instructor Juniper Manor in Trumansburg Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9:00am-10:00am Lifelong Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:30am-9:30am McGraw House Monday/Wednesday/Friday 2:00pm-3:00pm

Tai Chi: Using precise, fluid movement, dissolve tension, increase your strength, cardiovascular fitness, and overall sense of wholeness.

Lansing Community Library Tuesday 11:30am-12:30pm Lifelong Friday 11:30am-12:30 pm Lifelong Tai Chi with staff (must Friday 12:30pm-1:30pm participate in 11:30am-12:30pm class) Titus Towers Apartments Monday 10:00am-11:00am

Chair Yoga: Using breathing techniques, basic yoga postures, relaxation, and focus, you will become more in tune with your body, and improve your breath awareness and control.

Lifelong Wednesday 10:30am-11:30am Ulysses Philomathic Library Tuesday / Thursday 10:15am-11:15am

Zumba Gold: Improve your breathing & cardio with fun music!

Lifelong Wednesday 12:00pm-1:00pm

Strength Training: Resistance exercise strengthens bones, increases muscular endurance and improves coordination and balance.

Lifelong Monday / Thursday 12:30pm-1:30pm St. Catherine’s of Siena Friday 9:30am-10:30am

Square, Round, Line & Polka Dancing: Caller-led dances that increase muscular strength, improve coordination and balance, and reduce stress. Join as many dances as you would like and enjoy watching your peers as they dance too! No experience necessary. There will be basic instruction given in the first 30 minutes. Newcomers Welcome! (Fridays at Lifelong from 1:30pm-4:00pm)

ACTIVITIES - CREATIVE & LANGUAGE ARTS Lifelong membership is required for creative arts activities held at Lifelong. Fees are $5 per class drop-in fee or $30 per month for unlimited Creative Arts Activities. Lifelong Activities run year-round and any changes to the schedule will be communicated accordingly.

Clay Class Watercolor Studio Mondays - 10:00am-12:30pm Tuesdays – 10:00am-1:30pm (Laurie Hultberg/Jennifer Brown) (Susan Zehnder)

Bring your paints and join an active class of all Come and create clay creations with the abilities, painting still life or an image of your guidance of a skilled clay artist! choosing. Class works independently, with suggestions and guidance of the instructor. All levels and new participants welcome! Every week there is a new set-up, and each session ends with a class critique sharing work

finished or in progress from the morning session. Business is Blooming donates a beautiful floral arrangement for the All levels & new participants welcome! Lifelong Watercolor Studio class each week! Thank you!

Lifelong Senior Theatre Troupe Thursdays – 2:00pm-3:00pm (Sue Perlgut)

A chance to express yourself and have fun using improvisation theater exercises. No lines to learn. No acting background necessary. Come join the members of Lifelong’s Theatre Troupe for an enjoyable experience.

Lifelong’s Walk Program Looking for new members!

Meet at 1:15pm at Lifelong Walks start at 1:30pm Lifelong Walk Program Requirements

Lifelong’s Walk Program is a great way to explore the ● Complete a Participant Waiver form before surrounding area while increasing your strength, your first walk. improving your balance, and enjoying the company of your fellow walkers. Volunteer coordinators, Elke ● Lifelong membership is required to participate in the walk program. Schofield and Jane Zimmer, enjoy sharing these walks. ●You must be able to walk 1-2 miles with your

own aide (if needed) and be capable of keeping Aug. 30: Game Farm up with the group. When carpool is necessary a Sept. 13: Mural Walk, downtown with guide $1-$2 fee will be required for gasoline and Caleb Thomas parking and is to be given to the driver.

Sept. 27: Sciencenter Oct. 11: Beebe Lake The Participant Waiver and Lifelong Oct. 25: Inlet and Marina Membership forms are available at the front desk at Lifelong located at 119 West Court Street

Lifelong Learning & Activities Payment Form – Fall 2017 Semester

Please Print (Registration is also available online)

Date: ______Name: ______Current Member: □Yes Expires: _____ □ No

Phone: ______Email: ______

Calculate your payment below

A. Membership Fee (Member Form on pg. 39, $25/Individual or $40/Household) ______

B. Activity Fees (from Activities Fee Worksheet below) ______

C. 400-level courses ($40 each x _____) and/or (3 for $100 ______) ______

(400-level Course #’s ______)

D. 300-level courses ($30 x ______courses) ______

(300-level Course #’s ______)

E. 200-level courses ($20 x ______courses) ______

(200-level Course #’s ______)

F. 100-level courses ($10 x ______courses) ______

(100-level Course #’s ______)

G. Materials’ fee and/or theater tickets ______

H. FREE courses (Course #’s ______) N/A

(A+B+C+D+E+F+G) = Amount Due: $ ______

Amount Enclosed: $ ______

Lifelong Activities Fee Worksheet

Lifelong Activities Registration Lifelong Activities Registration for Health & Wellness (H&W) for Creative & Language Arts (CA)

□ $30 per month for unlimited H&W Activities □ $30 per month for unlimited CA Activities

Month (s) paying for: ______Month (s) paying for: ______

$120 for the Fall Semester of unlimited □ □ $120 for the Fall Semester of unlimited CA H&W Activities (Sept-Dec) Activities (Sept-Dec) Total (transfer to B above) ______Total (transfer to B above) ______

Payment Method: □Cash □ Check# ______Amount ______□ MC □ VISA □ Discover □ AmEx

Card Number: ______Exp. Date: ___/___V-Code: ____ Signature: ______Date: ____/____/____

□ I would like a scholarship (scholarships are limited to 3 course offerings, and any donation is appreciated). By checking this box I attest that I make less than $1400 monthly gross income per single household or less than $1900 monthly gross income for a two person household.

Please return completed payment form and membership form, if applicable, to Lifelong at 119 W. Court Street, Ithaca, NY 14850. Please Note: Lifelong stops making financial transactions at 3:30PM. A $5.00 Administration Fee will be charged for any refund requests due to cancellations by participants. 35

Lifelong Course Selection Form

Please attach to the Membership Application/Waiver/Donation Form It is important to check off each course, class or event for which you are registering even if it is FREE. This is extremely important for assigning the appropriately sized room for each offering.

000 SERIES - FREE 001E-3257 Enough Abuse: Strategies…, Tuesday, September 19, (5:30pm-7:30pm) 002E-3242 Africana Library Film Series: “Agents of Change,” Tuesday, September 26, (6:30pm-8:00pm), NSSS 003E-3261 It's Not Just Jenna: film & discussion… ,Tuesday, October 10, (5:30pm-7:30pm) 004E-3280 Come Get a Dose of Vitamin L, Tuesday, October 17, (5:30pm-6:30pm), NSSS 005E-3238 Who’s Going to Arrange Your Funeral? Tuesday, October 17, (6:30pm-7:30pm), (Session will be held at the Newfield Public Library, 198 Main Street, Newfield) 006E-3275 Medicare Basics, Monday, October 23, (5:45pm-8:00pm) 007E-3244 Africana Library Film Series: “I Am Not Your Negro,” Tuesday, October 24, (6:30pm-8:00pm), NSSS 008E-3260 Greensprings Natural Cemetery…, Tuesday, November 14, (5:30pm-7:00pm) 009E-3246 Africana Library Film Series: “Jackie Robinson,” Tuesday, December 5, (6:30pm-8:00pm), NSSS 010-3266 Parkinson’s Disease: More than Motor Symptoms , Thursday, September 7, (2:00pm-3:00pm) 011-3237 Advanced ESL, Fridays, September 15- November 10, (no class on 9/29 & 10/27), (7 sessions), (1:15pm-3:15pm) (Classes to be held at Tompkins Learning Partners, 124 W Buffalo Street, Ithaca) 012-3236 Understanding Brain Injury…,Thursday, September 21, (2:30pm-4:00pm), (Session to be held at Ulysses Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg) 013-3267 Play a Game, Speed up Alzheimer's Research…, Friday, September 8, (1:00pm-3:00pm) 014-3259 Greensprings Natural Cemetery…, Tuesday, October 3, (10:00am-11:30am) 015-3279 Different Drummers, Tuesday, October 10, (2:00pm-3:00pm), NSSS 016-3269 Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters, Friday, October 13, (4:00pm-5:00pm) 017-3274 Finding Reliable Health & Medical Information…, Friday, October 20, (2:30pm-3:30pm), (NSSS) 018-3278 Let’s Do Lunch! … with Foodnet Meals on Wheels, Wednesday, October 25, (12:30pm-1:30pm) 019-3276 Medicare Basics, Tuesday, November 7, (1:45pm-4:00pm) 020-3226 Cooking Matters for Adults, Thursdays, November 9–December 21 (no class on Nov. 23), (6 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 021-3227 Healthy Cooking Basics, Thursday, November 9, (10:00am-12:00pm) 022-3228 Choosing Fruits, Vegetables and Whole Grains, Thursday, November 16, (10:00am-12:00pm) 023-3270 The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia …, Tuesday, November 28, (4:00pm-5:00pm) 024-3229 Cooking Lean and Low Fat, Thursday, November 30, (10:00am-12:00pm) 025-3272 Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body…, Monday, December 4, (4:00pm-5:00pm) 026-3230 Plan to Make the Most of Your Meals, Thursday, December 7, (10:00am-12:00pm) 027-3271 The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia …, Thursday, December 7, (3:30pm-4:30pm) 028-3231 Shopping Smart, Thursday, December 14, (10:00am-12:00pm) 029-3232 Recipe for Success, Thursday, December 21, (10:00am-12:00pm)

100 SERIES - $10 PER CLASS 100E-3277 Restoring Democracy... Tuesday, September 12, (5:30pm-6:30pm) 101E-3213 Treasured Possessions and Family Heirlooms, Tuesday, September 19, (5:00pm-6:00pm) 102E-3221 Exploring Astrology With Others, Tuesday, September 19, (5:30pm-6:30pm) 103E-3281 Land of Forgetfulness … Tuesday, September 19, (5:00pm-6:00pm) 104E-3239 Fascism, Wednesday, October 4, (6:00pm-8:00pm) (Session to be held at Ulysses Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg) 105E-3268 Wildflowerfire – A Pathway to Living Better, Tuesday, October 10, (5:30pm-7:00pm) 106E-3273 Aging, Driving & Family Conversations …, Tuesday, October 17, (5:30pm-7:00pm) 107E-3215 Take Care of Those You Love - How to be an Executor …,Thursday, October 19, (5:30pm-6:30pm) 108E-3216 Financial Planning Live Demonstration, Monday, October 23, (6:00pm-7:00pm) Budgeting 101, Wednesday, October 25, (6:30pm-7:30pm) 109E-3240 (Session to be held at Titus Towers, 798 Plain Street, Ithaca) 110E-3217 Long-Term Care Planning Solutions, Wednesday, November 1, (5:30pm-7:00pm) 111E-3211 Polynesian Dance, Tuesday, November 7, (6:30pm-7:30pm) 112E-3264 The Modern Car Buying Process, Tuesday, November 14, (5:30pm-7:30pm) 113-3250 Sudoku for Beginners, Wednesday, September 13, (2:00pm-4:00pm) 114-3247 OverDrive for eBooks and eAudiobooks, Thursday, September 14, (10:00am-12:00pm) 115-3219 What Works for You? Maintaining Resilience as You Age, Friday, September 15, (1:00pm-4:00pm) 116-3214 End-of-Life Decisions and Care, Wednesday, September 20, (10:00am-11:00am) 117-3248 RBDigital, Thursday, September 21, (10:00am-12:00pm) 118-3251 Intermediate Sudoku, Wednesday, September 27, (2:00pm-4:00pm) 119-3249 Hoopla, Thursday, September 28, (10:00am-12:00pm) 120-3282 Land of Forgetfulness… Monday, October 2, (11:00am-12:00pm) 121-3252 Amateur Radio, Friday, October 6, (11:00am-12:00pm) 122-3222 Exploring Astrology With Others, Tuesday, October 10, (1:00pm-2:00pm) 123-3201 Tapestry Workshop, Thursday, October 12, (1:00pm-3:00pm) 124-3254 They’re Out to Get You: Malware…,Wednesday, October 18, (2:00pm-4:00pm) 125-3206 Food Memories: A Creative Workshop, Monday, October 23, (10:00am-12:00pm) 126-3255 When Your Computer Slows Down, Wednesday, October 25, (2:00pm-4:00pm) 127-3262 Cooking for One or Two, Monday, October 30, (2:00pm-4:00pm) 128-3218 Soil Health, The Key to Sustainable Food Production, Tuesday, October 31, (10:00am-12:00pm) 129-3263 How to Tell a Darn Good Story, Monday, November 6, (10:00am-12:00pm) 130-3209 Jewelry for the Holiday Season, Tuesday, November 7, (10:00am-12:00pm) 131-3210 Jewelry for the Holiday Season, Tuesday, November 14, (10:00am-12:00pm) 132-3212 Exploring Music & Meaning, Monday, December 11, (2:00pm-3:30pm)

133-3265 Batter Breads, Tuesday, December 12, (2:00pm-4:00pm) 200 SERIES - $20 PER COURSE 200-3207 Beat Readings, Mondays, October 23–October 30, (1:00pm-3:00pm) Coming Attractions: Inside Indie Film …, Monday, October 30, (10:00am-11:30am at Lifelong) 201-3224 Monday, November 6, (1:00pm-3:30pm at Cinemapolis) 202-3208 Jewelry for the Holiday Season …, Tuesdays, November 7-November 14, (10:00am-12:00pm) 400 SERIES - $40 PER COURSE OR 3 COURSES FOR $100 400-3197 World Cinema, Tuesdays, September 5–November 21, (12 sessions), (1:30pm-4:30pm) 401-3198 Drawing - What Message…,Tuesdays, September 5–October 24, (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 402-3256 Beginners Bridge, Thursdays, September 7–October 12, (6 sessions), (10:30am-11:30AM) 403-3220 Conscious Conversation, Thursdays, September 7–December 14, (no class 11/23), (14 sessions),

(1:30pm-3:30pm) 404-3199 A Writing Journey…,Tuesdays, September 12-October 31, (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 405-3241 Chaos and You, Tuesdays, September 12–October 3, (4 sessions), (1:00pm-2:30pm) 406-3200 Opera – Watch, Listen…, Wednesdays, September 13–November 1, (8 sessions), (2:00pm-4:00pm) 407-3202 Dare2Bare Art Class, Thursdays, September 14–November 2, (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 408-3233 French…, Fridays, September 15–October 27, (7 sessions), (11:00am-12:00pm) 409-3234 Introductory Japanese, Fridays, September 22–November 17, (No class 10/20), (8 sessions),

11:00am-12:00pm) 410-3223 Introduction to Platonic…, Thursdays, October 5–November 30, (no class 11/23), (8 sessions),

(10:00am-12:00pm) 411-3203 Masterpieces of the Met…,Wednesdays, October 11–November 15, (6 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm) 412-3235 Sign Language, Thursdays, October 12–November 16, (6 sessions), (1:00pm-2:00pm) 413-3204 Turning Points…, Mondays, October 16–December 11, (9 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 414-3205 Anyone Can Draw, Mondays, October 16–December 4, (8 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm) 415-3253 The ABCs of Immunity, Tuesdays, October 17–November 14, (5 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm) 416-3243 Current Events…,Wednesdays, October 18–December 20, (10 sessions), (10:00am-11:30am) 417-3245 Current Economic Issues, Thursdays, November 30–December 21, (4 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm) SPECIAL EVENTS (see page 41 for specifics) Sept. 25 Game Night, Monday, September 25, (5:30pm-7:00pm) Oct 3 Flu Clinic, Tuesday, October 3, (9:00am-12:00pm) Oct 3 Chili Cook-off, Tuesday, October 3, (4:00pm-5:00pm) Nov 6 Dish-to-Pass Social Gathering, Monday, November 6, (5:30pm-7:00pm) Nov17 Crafts & Collectibles Sale, Friday November 17, (10:00am-4:00pm) Nov18 Saturday, November 18, (10:00am-2:00pm)

Dec 6 Holiday Open House, Wednesday, December 6, (1:00pm-3:00pm) Jan Date Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon

TBD

We enjoy hosting these special activities to bring together Lifelong members, staff and friends to socialize and enjoy the company of our Lifelong Family. Mark your calendar and be sure to join us!

Game Night - Monday, September 25, (5:30pm-7:00pm)

Who’s got game? Come to Lifelong and find out! This first evening bring along your favorite board game(s). Expect this first night to discuss what to play and plan for future gatherings. Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome to attend!

Chili Cook-off! - Tuesday, October 3, (4:00pm-5:00pm)

Bring in your best pot of Chili for judging - categories to be announced! Be sure to come hungry! Social Gathering

Harvest Dish-to-Pass

Flu Clinic

For your convenience, Lifelong will be holding an adult flu clinic.

Tuesday, October 3, 2017 November 6, 2017 From: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 5:30pm --7:00pm

at Lifelong

Call 274-6616 to schedule your appointment today! All welcome to attend!

Crafts & Collectibles Sale Friday, November 17, (10:00am-4:00pm) & Saturday, November 18, (10:00am-2:00pm)

With the holiday season approaching, what better way to get in the spirit than with a crafts and collectibles sale! Whether it’s handcrafted decorations or personalized gifts, albums and keepsakes, shopping for the unique gift is a fun and easy way to make that special someone in your life feel good.

Interested in showcasing at this event? Please call Lifelong at 273-1511 to save a table. (A table fee is applicable. Vendors do not need to be a member of Lifelong)

Holiday Open House Wednesday, December 6, (1:00pm-3:00pm)

Please join us for our annual holiday open house! ALL are welcome and encouraged to bring a friend and/or family member. Join us for light refreshments, entertainment and a great opportunity to gather with friends. This event is free and we look forward to this time together each year!

Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon January date to be announced! See page 32 for more details.

Lifelong is thankful for the generosity of the following Business Friends of Lifelong who have helped us meet our goal of enhancing the lives of seniors in Tompkins County.

Bridges Cornell Heights Travis Hyde Properties

Kendal Brookdale True Insurance Comfort Keepers

Communique Design & Marketing McGuire Family Dealership

Triphammer Wines & Spirits

Bangs Family HOLTArchitects

If your organization is interested in becoming a Business Friend of Lifelong please reach out to us by calling 273-1511.

You can reach seniors throughout Tompkins County by advertising in the Lifelong Catalog. If interested, contact Tammy Dunn, Program Director by email [email protected] or directly by calling 273-1511 Ext. 231.

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