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119 West Court Street Lifelong Catalog Ithaca, NY 14850 607.273.1511 Fall 2018 www.tclifelong.org

TAXES Lifelong HIICAP Enhancing the Second Half LIFELONG ACTIVITIES LIFELONG LEARNING

VOLUNTEERS CONNECTED

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

This catalog is available online at www.tclifelong.org

Table of Contents Course Registration Process

To register for classes or activities please submit Lifelong Learning Classes: by mail or in person the course selection form, payment form, membership application, if Arts & Films Page 11 applicable, (pg.37-42) and any fees to Lifelong.

Community Page 15 Membership is required for participation in any

Lifelong Learning classes and/or Lifelong Activities Finance Page 19 held on-site at Lifelong during business hours. Gardening & Outdoors Page 21 Evening and off-site sessions do not require membership. (See membership page 41-42). Humanities Page 22 REGISTER EARLY! Languages Page 23 We encourage early registration as class sizes

Political Issues Page 24 may be limited. Also, if there are not enough registrations classes will be cancelled. You need to Science Page 25 register even if the class is FREE. Registrations

Sundry Page 26 are processed in the order in which they are received. Technology Page 27 REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION You will receive an email confirming your course Wellness and Health Page 27 registration (s). (Please be sure that we have your email address) Activities: Creative & Language Arts Page 36

Health & Wellness Page 35 Scholarships

Social Groups Page 5 A limited number of need-based scholarships are available. Ask at the front desk at Lifelong. Support Groups Page 9 Some of the courses are free when the cost is met

Walk Program Page 36 by outside sources such as the Northside/Southside Program.

AARP Smart Driver Program Page 10 Lifelong Membership Coffeehouse Events Page 31 Membership is open to anyone age 50 and above!

Course Selection Form Page 38 Annual membership dues (along with donations)

General Information Page 4 support all of Lifelong’s programs. Individual membership dues are $25 and $40 HIICAP Page 20 for households of two. You can register for

membership online at www.tclifelong.org. Other Member Benefits Page 9

Membership – Waiver – Donor Form Page 41 (See page 41-42 for the Membership Form)

Northside Southside Program Page 31 Bring a Friend

Payment Form for Learning & Activities Page 37 We want your friends to learn what great things are

going on here at Lifelong. We encourage you to Special Events Page 7-8 bring an occasional guest. Staff, Volunteers, Board Members Page 3 (Refer to our Guest Policy on page 4)

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] Liza Burger, HIICAP / TCE 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, Sandy Baxter

Open Computer Lab Assistants: MarieAnne Krieg

Walk Program Coordinators: Elke Schofield and Jane Zimmer

Board of Directors

 Tom Butler, President  Mike Schaff, Vice President  Judy Saul, Treasurer  Anna Raphaelidis, Secretary

 Bill Ghiorse  Colleen Perkins  Janis Graham Jeanette Knapp Joe Sammons Josephine Allen Kate Supron Kirk Tolhurst Mary Lee Noden

Business Friends of Lifelong

Bridges Cornell Heights Brookdale Senior Living Lifelong is thankful for the generosity of the CloseToHome Productions.com Business Friends of Lifelong who have helped us Communique Design and Marketing meet our goal of enhancing the lives of seniors in Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Tompkins County. If your organization is interested in becoming a Business Friend of HOLT Architects Lifelong please give us a call. Kendal at Ithaca ------Travis Hyde Properties You can reach seniors throughout Tompkins True Insurance County by advertising in the Lifelong Catalog. If

interested, contact Tammy Dunn, Program Director by email [email protected] or by calling 273-1511 Ext. 231.

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 that 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.

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. Pay parking is available on W. Court Street and Buffalo Street. Free street parking is available 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.

See something Monday Afternoon Book Club Game Night nd st you might like 2 Monday of the month 1 Monday of the month to try? 11:00am-1:00pm (5:30pm-7:00pm) (Julia Bentley-Macdonald) (Robin Tuttle) New members If you’re a reader and are looking for a book club Who’s got game? Come and enjoy are welcome to playing a variety of board games! to discuss what you’ve read, this is for you! join any of the All are welcome! groups!

‘Viva La Vegan!’ Dish-To-Pass nd Chess Group Mahjong 2 Thursday of the month (3:30pm-6:30pm) 1st Thursday of the month Fridays (Any questions, call MarieAnne Krieg at 607-273-8328) (12:00pm-1:30pm) (1:30pm-3:00pm) (Carol Santucci) Those who love vegan cuisine (no meat, dairy or (Nancy Schuler) Come play a game or two! eggs) and would like to share their appreciation of All Levels Welcome! this very healthy way of eating are invited to join our Open to all levels. Vegan Dish-to-Pass.

The Play’s the Thing Last Friday of the month Piano Playing & Other Instruments (1:00pm-3:00pm) rd 3 Thursday of the Month (Dolina Millar & Virginia Sierra) (3:30pm-5:00pm) (MarieAnne Krieg) One-Act plays are a principal form of dramatic stage performances today across the nation. Each For those who love playing the piano or any other week our “producers” will present three one-act instrument and for those who enjoy listening. All levels from beginners to advanced, and everything in between, plays read by members of the group who volunteer for the roles at the prior session. Prepare your role, are welcome. Don’t be shy!

put yourself “on stage” and join in a discussion of each dramatic or comedic presentation.

New Social Group Knitting Circle Have an idea for a new Fridays social group? (9:30am-10:30am) (Irene Gleason) Opportunities for Men Let us know what you are This is a fun opportunity to looking for! Join any of our social groups. Why not share your knitting experience consider trying our Chess Group, the and to seek limited assistance Contact Tammy Dunn, Men’s Group, the Play’s The Thing or with projects. Open to all Program Director, at Square Dancing? knitters. No knitting lessons [email protected] See pages 6-7 for more information. are offered. or call 607-273-1511

New Social Opportunities

Drawing Social Group Round Singing th 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month 4 Monday of the Month (11:00am-1:00pm) (2:00pm-3:30pm) (Kathy Klemperer) (Susan Wolf)

Do you like to sketch and draw? Do you like to sing rounds? If you have ever belted out Would you like to get together and share "Row, row, row your boat", you've sung a round. Rounds can ideas and work on your drawing skills in a be simple or complex, easy or more difficult. Round-singing friendly atmosphere? is fun, it's cooperative, and you don't need to read music.

This is an informal group. There is no actual Come and we'll share and sing the rounds we know! teaching, just a chance to draw with some like-minded folks.

Lifelong is excited to offer more All skill levels welcome! opportunities for our members to engage and gather together to share common interests.

Brain Games

3rd Monday of the Month (1:30pm-2:30pm) (Tammy Dunn-Lifelong Program Director)

Do you like fun facts and trivia? Do you like to play brain games? Do you like to solve word problems or play memory games?

This is the social opportunity for you!

Doing some type of mental exercise, in the form of brain teasers or word and number games can: boost overall brain activity; increase your memory power, and reduce the risk and slow the decline of dementia. Research even indicates that it can improve ones’ mood!

Did you Know That Lifelong Offers ……..

Square , Round and Line Dancing

Fridays Music (2:00pm-4:00pm) Saturdays (Katy Hiene) (9:30am-12:00pm) (Carl Taylor) Come & enjoy music, dancing, friends, & munchies! No experience necessary! Newcomers Welcome! No Partner needed! Here is the opportunity to gather with other men just for Caller-led dances that increase muscular strength, improve coordination “shooting the breeze,” a cup of and balance, and reduce stress. Join as many dances as you would like. Enjoy watching your peers as they dance! coffee, a snack, and a hand of cards! Lifelong Membership required and there is an activity fee each Friday. New members welcome! 6

Opportunities .... continued

Dance for the Second Half Let’s Do Lunch! Mondays Tuesdays (4:00pm-5:00pm) (11:30am-1:00pm) (Karen Koyanagi) Foodnet Congregate Meal at Lifelong!

A gentle modern dance-based class for those who Individuals under the age of 60 can receive the meal want to explore movement, music, and expression, at full cost ($8.00 per meal), with private insurance, or but who have little, lapsed, or no dance by volunteering in the dining room. Foodnet training. Balance, flexibility, strength, and encourages individuals age 60 and over to make a coordination will be developed through basic modern contribution towards their meals, if able but no one will ever be turned away because of inability to pay. and ballet technical exercises, and the 1 hour class will include a short combination. Modifications for For more details regarding this program and to learn exercises will be suggested to accommodate all more about Foodnet’s other nutrition programs, visit levels of physical abilities. ($10/class) www.foodnet.org or call 607-266-9553.

We enjoy hosting these special activities to bring together Lifelong members, staff and friends to socialize and enjoy the company of our Lifelong Family. Keep an eye out for updates on our special monthly events. Further details will be included in our weekly email newsletter, posted on the website, Facebook page and/or on our What’s happening bulletin board in the office.

Ice Cream Social Chili Cook-off!

Sunday, September 23, 2018 4:00pm-5:00pm Tuesday, October 9, 2018 4:00pm-5:00pm

Join us to celebrate our wonderful community!

Lifelong and Love Living at Home are jointly celebrating Porchfest and invite you to stop in at Lifelong for ice cream.

Lifelong Bring in your best pot of Chili for judging! 119 West Court Street. Contact Lifelong to submit your spot for the

cook-off! The categories will be most unique,

best taste and most heat.

RSVP to either organization for this free event. All welcome, be sure to come hungry!

Harvest Dish-to-Pass

Holiday Craft & Collectible Sale

Friday, October 26th November 5th (10:00am-3:00pm) 5:30pm-7:00pm

th at Lifelong Saturday, October 27 (9:00am-1:00pm) All welcome to attend!

Looking for that special gift? Baked items and lunch

Unique, hand-made items, will be available for Lifelong’s Holiday Open House

crafts, collectibles, jewelry, purchase. All proceeds Save the date! soaps and lotions, photo cards to benefit Lifelong. December 5th and prints, and much more! 1:00pm-3:00pm Contact Tammy Dunn at Lifelong at 273-1511 if interested in Light Refreshments being a vendor for this event. Entertainment

All are welcome! Bring a friend! FREE - No Reservations Necessary Travel with Lifelong Further details to be announced.

Tuscany Presentation Tuscany Tuesday, October 2 (1:00pm-2:00pm) September 19-27, 2019

A Collette Representative will be on-site at Lifelong to show a slide-show of the trip and to answer any questions you may have.

Call Lifelong at 607.273.1511 to save your

seat for the presentation!

Highlights: Day Travel! Montecatini Terme, Florence, Lucca, Gothic Line, Lifelong will provide updates as day trips are Pisa, Cooking Class, Siena, Choice on Tour, Winery organized. Many of the community senior groups Tour, Cheese Farm, San Gimignano provide Lifelong information on trips they are For more information: taking. Keep an eye out on our travel board at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/868460 Lifelong and note that we announce these also in

our weekly email for details.

Enrich the lives of older adults in Tompkins County Certified Fitness Instructors

Lifelong Learning is only made possible by the time and Do you have experience working with seniors? energy generously donated by volunteer instructors. Lifelong is interested in you!

Share your passions, your current or past profession and Lifelong is currently seeking certified fitness your knowledge. instructor(s) with experience working with seniors.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer instructor at Part-Time - Various locations in Tompkins County.

Lifelong please contact Tammy Dunn, Program Director If interested, please submit resume and availability at (607) 273-1511 or by email at [email protected]. to Tammy Dunn by email: [email protected].

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! BorgWarner Swim Pass

Alzheimer’s Support Group Enjoy the heated, outdoor swimming pool with 1st Wednesday of the month complimentary passes from BorgWarner! 5:30pm-7:00pm Lifelong Membership required and must be valid Ithaca Bipolar Explorers Club through the entire swim season pass. 2 nd & 4th Tuesday of the month (June – August) 7:00pm-8:30pm

MS Support Group nd IRS Federal & New York State Tax Prep 2 Monday of the month 6:00pm-7:00pm FREE for seniors 60+ and individuals with incomes below $32,000 or families with income below $53,000. Returns are prepared by IRS trained and certified volunteer tax counselors.

Tax clinics are held at Lifelong from

February 1 – Saturday April 14, 2018. Visit the Sciencenter FREE - Any time, any day,

with whomever you like! Passes are available at the front desk at Lifelong.

--- (1) per member --- Open Computer Lab (Some restrictions apply. See details on the ticket.)

The lab is available for member use and is staffed with a volunteer to help 25% off Cornell Concert Series Tickets with any computer questions.

Lifelong members who love music will appreciate this Mondays: 2:30pm-5:00pm new membership benefit! Tickets for the Cornell (Volunteer - MarieAnne Krieg) Concert Series performances can be purchased at a

25% discount. In addition, ticket holders will be able to ride the TCAT bus for free to get to Cornell, thus avoiding the hassle of parking.

Call Lifelong at 273-1511 to get all the details.

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 improvement based on research and expert opinion. 2018 Sessions

The course, offered over a two-day period for a total of Sept. 8 & 15 six hours of classroom instruction, is dedicated to Oct. 13 & 20 helping drivers stay safe, educated, and confident Nov. 3 & 10 behind the wheel. Course participants qualify 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)

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 possible only through the support of our members, volunteers, instructors, generous funders, Board of Directors and dedicated staff.

Note from the Program Director

I have been a part of the Lifelong family for three years now and it has been an amazing journey. I love what I do and enjoy working with “Team Lifelong!” The staff, volunteers, members, board of directors and the amazing Executive Director make coming to work such a pleasure.

I hope that you are excited with the offerings this semester and find yourself saying, “There are so many classes to choose from!”

Have a new idea or want to offer a course? Come see me! Hope to see you this semester!

- Tammy Dunn -

ARTS AND FILMS

(400-3416) World Cinema, Part III - Ron Krieg Tuesdays, September 4 - November 20, (12 sessions), (1:30pm-5:00pm)

 Description: Join us for a cinematic tour of great films from around the world including "Kagemusha" (Akira Kurosawa), "Umbrellas Of Cherbourg" (Jacques Demy), "Women In Love" (Ken Russell), "Yi Yi" (Edward Yang), "Indignation" (James Schamus), "Black Girl" (Ousmane Sembène) 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.

(402-3417) Create with Clay – Jennifer Brown Mondays, September 10 - October 1, (4 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: From a lump of clay to a finished piece, participants will learn how to make a simple ceramic creation of their own. Jennifer will guide the class through the steps and, after the glaze is applied, will fire the pieces. Everyone will finish the course with at least one completed work. This is not a wheel class.

 Bio: Jennifer Brown, a native Ithacan, began hand building with clay at Lifelong 11 years ago. She focuses on slab, pinch pots and coil work, drawing inspiration from places both real and imaginary. Her work can be useful, purely decorative, and very whimsical. Jennifer placed 1st in the NYS Fair 3 years in a row and was featured in the Lifelong gallery in 2017. "I love the feeling of the clay in my hands and seeing what it morphs into."

(403-3418) Art Techniques – Betty (B.J.) Goetz Tuesdays, September 11 - November 6, (8 sessions), (No class October 9), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Drawing techniques with Graphite and Introduction to Colored Pencil (wax/soft). Not a watercolor class. (5 student limit). Call Lifelong 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.

(405-3419) Opera: Watch, Listen, Discuss – Edward Hower Wednesdays, September 12 - October 31, (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 watching DVDs, a third discussing related musical material. Beginners and seasoned aficionados welcome. (No repeat operas from previous classes. 20 student limit).

 Bio: Edward Hower, 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. An opera fan since attending the old Met in New York in the 1950s. He appeared in non- singing roles with Beverly Sills during the 1966 opening season of the NYS Theater at Lincoln Center. 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.

(106-3420) Silk Fall Wreaths – Claudia Georgia Tuesday, October 9, (2:30pm-4:00PM)

 Description: Explore your creativity in putting together a silk flower wreath! The creation will be a simple silk wreath with an autumn theme. Bring a hot glue gun, wire cutters, and scissors if you have them. Flowers, wreath and other materials will be provided. There will be a material fee of $10 payable to the instructor the day of session. (Minimum of 5 participants, max of 10).

 Bio: Claudia Georgia, a recently retired floral designer, worked for 40 years in the business in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, New York City and Ithaca creating floral arrangements for weddings and other special occasions. She enjoys working with flowers and sharing her creativity with others.

(302-3421) Stamping for Fun – Anne Lee Thursdays, October 11 - October 25, (3 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Unleash your creativity and share with others. Have fun creating hand- made cards using different techniques. It’s more than just stamps and ink; it’s discovering the wonderful world of paper crafting. (Materials fee of $5 payable to the instructor at the first session).

 Bio: Anne Lee has been making hand-made cards since 2008 and became a Stampin’ Up Demonstrator in 2017. Anne loves to share ideas to open your world to creativity.

(303-3422) Collage – Healing Grief and Loss – Corinne Stern Mondays, October 15 – October 29, (3 sessions), (2:00pm-4:00pm)

 Description: Use art materials of various textures, dimensions, and construction to deal with major life changes, disappointments, and stressors- retirement, physical disability, loss of status, change in personal life and relationships, death of a spouse, friend or pet.

 Bio: Corinne, an artist since 2002, brings to her work her experience from her former career as a nurse including working with special needs children and drug and alcohol rehab. She has also had personal and family experience with grief, loss, and mental health issues.

(409-3423) Partners in Art – Luke Colavito Wednesdays, October 17 – November 14, (5 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm)

 Description: A vital chapter in American art began when Georgia O'Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz met in 1916 at his New York City 5th Avenue "Gallery 291.” Their union had an historic effect on the course of art in the U.S. This class will explore the impact of this partnership and other important “Partners-in-Art.”

 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.

(304-3424) Paper Bead Jewelry – Pamela Mading Wednesdays, October 17 – October 31, (3 sessions), (2:00pm-3:30pm)

 Description: Come and learn how to make paper beads, an easy, addictive craft which can turn junk mail, magazines and so many types of paper into fun and beautiful jewelry. A short supply list will be available at the front desk.

 Bio: Pamela Mading, a recent transplant to Ithaca, is a “Jersey girl” most recently from the Pocono Mountains. She loves art, every sort of craft and nature and has taken and

taught art classes at a variety of venues for over 40 years.

(001E-3425) Poetry Reading – Rafting the Medusa – Jack Hopper Thursday, October 18, (6:00pm-7:00pm)

 Description: “Rafting the Medusa,” is Jack Hopper’s 4th and newest published collection of poetry, pursues familiar themes of daily life that over time appear eternal. The poems travel through fast and easy times, family memories, sex & fantasy, marriage, friends, music and poetry, and close with mean dreams, being tamed by grandchildren and how to “walk don’t run” to the nearing exit.

 Bio: Jack Hopper has written and had produced radio and stage plays; founded and edited Works: A Quarterly of Writing; acted as chief editor for the academic AMS Press; served two terms as poet laureate of Tompkins County, NY; and is one of the cofounders and editors of Cayuga Lake Books.

(200-3426) Zentangle Method of Drawing – Susan Arnsten-Russell Fridays, November 9 – November 16, (2 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: The Zentangle Method is a simple-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful art by drawing structured patterns. If you can hold a pencil and draw a line (and it doesn’t have to be a straight line), a curve, an orb and a dot with a pen, then you can create Zentangle abstract art. This class will include the philosophy, method and approach to creating Zentangle art. No artistic or drawing skills are needed. (There will be a materials fee payable to the instructor at the first session).

 Bio: Susan is an artist and an occupational therapist that has lived and worked in Ithaca for more than 40 years. As both a facilitator and a participant she has experienced how all of our drawing is affected when a group all draws together, each simultaneously exploring their own inner world.

(305-3490) Writing Auto-Ethnography – Barbara Regenspan Mondays, November 5 – November 12, (3 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Auto-ethnography is the art of telling a historical, political, or cultural story and then paralleling (or contradicting) that story with an account of an event or events in the writer/narrator's life. It can take the form of any genre: poetry, conventional prose narrative, drama, or experimental combinations or made-up forms. The focus need not be big, global, tragic, or dramatic but specificity and details are key. It is often the case that auto-ethnography unleashes emotional and/or political wisdom, and is almost always put to the use of enhancing the struggle for greater democracy and greater vitality in the society by way of appreciating human complexity.

 Bio: Barbara Regenspan is Professor of Educational Studies, Emerita from Colgate University where she increasingly used poetry and imaginative literature to do the work of pro-social justice theory with her students and in her own scholarship. She is the author of Haunting and the Educational Imagination, (Sense, 2014) and Parallel Practices (Peter Lang, 2003). Barbara has led the Cascadilla Writers' Group for two years, and the group is still going strong. She and her husband of 36 years, David, raised their children, Ben and Sarah, in Ithaca and they returned to this community when Barbara retired from Colgate.

(416-3442) Ukulele for Beginners – Meredith Williams Thursdays, November 29 – December 20, (4 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Do you want to get in on the ukulele craze? Do you have a ukulele gathering dust? This class will get you started with basic chords and strums and you'll be singing and playing by the end of the first class. No musical experience required. If you don't already have one, Ithaca Guitar Works and Hickey's Music Center have ukuleles for sale starting around $50, or you can rent one from Hickey's for $25/month. (Class cap of 12)

 Bio: Meredith Williams has played several musical instruments through the years and was introduced to ukulele a few years ago. She was hooked immediately and likes to spread the ukulele love.

(201-3427) Holiday Crafts with Pinecones – Pamela Mading Wednesdays, December 5 – December 12, (2 sessions), (2:00pm-3:30pm)

 Description: Pine cones, with the addition of a few natural materials and some inexpensive craft store supplies can be transformed into little gnomes, angels, owls, and other critters or holiday or year-round decorations and gifts. Bring your ideas and let’s do it!

 Bio: See bio from “Paper Bead Jewelry” on page 13.

(119-3428) Folded Paper Stars – Gret Atkin Thursday, December 6, (1:00pm-2:30pm)

 Description: If you enjoy working with your hands, you will certainly have a good time learning to make folded paper stars. Known by some as Moravian Stars, these little gems are wonderful as package decorations, wall hangings, and holiday ornaments.

Unlike Origami, they are made with four strips of paper. Bring a pair of small scissors. (If you choose to you can join Gret on Thursday, December 13th to finish up your stars).

 Bio: Gret Atkin, Ithaca resident and long-time lover of handwork, has made and sold the stars for a number of venues. She is the retired Extension Clothing Specialist from Cornell and a current – and very contented – resident of Longview.

COMMUNITY

Lifelong Presents a Community Series: How Can We Help?

Tompkins County is a very caring and committed community. We are so lucky to have a plethora of agencies and services to call upon when needed, but sometimes it’s hard to know where to turn when you need assistance. This series is designed to help you understand who does what. You may never need these services but someone you care about might. A friend, neighbor or loved one will be better served if you know where to find the help they need. We invite you to come and hear some or all of these informative presentations.

The series of presentations is FREE and open to the public. Membership for any of these offerings is not required, but registrations are appreciated.

(003-3429) How Can We Help? – Family Reading Partnership – Amber Smith, Dorothy Lovelace Thursday, September 6, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Family Reading Partnership has been in the Ithaca area for 20 years. Our collaborative effort with dozens of local organizations focuses on providing resources to the community that support the development of emerging literacy skills in young children, and family engagement. This presentation will take a deeper look at FRP's current programming, highlight opportunities for community involvement, and have some fun with books!

 Bio: Presenters will be Dorothy Lovelace, Programs and Outreach Coordinator, and Amber Smith, Interim Executive Director of Family Reading Partnership.

(006-3430) How Can We Help? – Hospicare – Johanna Zussman-Dobbins Thursday, September 13, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: How to have the Conversation: An overview of the services and resources provided by Hospicare & Palliative Care Services and tips for starting difficult conversations with loved ones about end-of-life decision making, advanced directives and healthcare proxies.

 Bio: Johanna Zussman-Dobbins is the communications and outreach manager at Hospicare & Palliative Care Services. She lives in Ithaca and has a passion for public health education and expanding access to the rich resources in our community.

(009-3431) How Can We Help? – Human Service Coalition – John Mazzello Thursday, September 20, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Tompkins County is enriched by the variety of nonprofit organizations that contribute to the quality of life in our community. Join us to learn about the Human Services Coalition’s programs, including building the nonprofit sector’s capacity, connecting area residents to community services, helping people obtain and use health insurance, and much more.

 Bio: John Mazzello is the Director of Community Services for the Human Services Coalition of Tompkins County. He lives in Danby and has spent his entire career working with nonprofit human and social service organizations.

(011-3432) How Can We Help? – Ithaca Free Clinic – Norb McCloskey Thursday, September 27, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: The mission of the clinic is to facilitate access to health care for all with a focus on the needs of the un- and underinsured. The clinic offers medical and holistic care for the uninsured, assistance and advocacy for low income people facing medical debt, and free health and wellness information.

(014-3433) How Can We Help? – Foodnet – Jessica Gosa Thursday, October 4, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Foodnet Meals on Wheels provides social dining, meal delivery, and comprehensive nutrition services for older adults and others in need throughout Tompkins County. Eighty percent of Foodnet participants say that the meals help them to continue to live independently. Come join an interactive discussion about Foodnet’s experiences in the community, and how the services might help you or a loved one.

 Bio: Jessica Gosa (MSW, Suny Albany) is the Executive Director of Foodnet Meals on Wheels. Jessica came to Foodnet from her role as a Client Services Consultant at Concept Systems, Inc. in Ithaca, NY. Prior to that role, she was the Senior Services Program Coordinator at Family and Children’s Service where she managed Caregiver Counseling, Respite, and Geriatric Care Management programs.

(015-3434) How Can We Help? – Alcohol & Drug Council – Stacy Cangelosi Thursday, October 11, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Prescription drug abuse has been on the rise for years. Educating ourselves about these drugs, how they work, warning signs of addiction, how to safely store and dispose of them is crucial. This session will examine these topics among others and try to dispel common misconceptions. Alcohol & Drug Council of Tompkins County is a private, non-profit agency that views addiction as a progressive, treatable disease and provides information, counseling, and referral services to individuals and families in an effort to provide the support necessary for sobriety and good health.

 Bio: Stacy Cangelosi, Education/Prevention Director at the Alcohol & Drug Council since 2001, received her MA in Social Work from Syracuse University. At SU, she discovered a passion for health education and outreach while working around issues of sexuality and sexual health in the Health Center. A Licensed Master Social Worker (2010), she

strives to raise awareness about addiction, addiction prevention, and to remove the stigma associated with the disease.

(017-3435) How Can We Help? – NY Connects – Teri Reinemann Thursday, October 18, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: NY Connects is an informational and referral service for anyone looking for community based services and supports. Our Loan Closet and Try It Room allow people to borrow equipment ranging from wheelchairs to magnifying glasses. We also support three different homecare aide programs providing assistance in the home from personal care to cooking to housekeeping.

 Bio: Teri Reinemann serves as the NY Connects Coordinator and Registry Coordinator. Teri has worked in education and human services in and around Tompkins County for over 25 years.

(018-3436) How Can We Help? – Women’s Opportunity Center – Ryan Harriott Thursday, October 25, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Our mission: Leading low income women out of poverty through career counseling, training and removing barriers to help them become job ready and find employment. We offer: 1:1 career counseling, cover letter and resume building, interview strategies; mock interviews; group workshops that focus on professional growth, networking events, health and wellness, financial literacy, and on the job training with our Leadership Employment and Development Skills program that includes Customer Service Training at our boutique, The Mary Durham Boutique.

 Bio: Ryan Harriott has been with the Women’s Opportunity Center for 4 years. She began as an Outreach Coordinator/Employment Counselor and two years into her career with the agency was promoted to Program Manager. She is currently enrolled in a Master’s program studying in Public Administration and will also earn a Non-Profit Management Certificate.

(022-3437) How Can We Help? – Loaves & Fishes – J.R. Clairborne Thursday, November 8, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Loaves & Fishes of Tompkins County is a Christian ministry providing a place for free meals, hospitality, companionship, and advocacy for those in need, regardless of their faith, beliefs, or circumstances.

(3438) Ice Cream Social – Offered by Lifelong and Love Living at Home September 23, (4:00pm-5:00pm), (FREE)

 Description: See special events on page 7.

(012-3439) One Phone Call Changed Everything - Jacy Good Tuesday, October 2, (1:30pm-2:30pm), NSSS

 Description: Jacy always had an activist spirit. She was of the mindset that if she wasn’t part of the solution, she was part of the problem. Jacy took that attitude with her to Muhlenberg College (Penn.) and quickly became the president of the Environmental

Action Team. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with Phi Beta Kappa honors with a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies and German Studies on May 18, 2008. She had plans to start a position with Habitat for Humanity through AmeriCorps. Jacy left graduation with her parents, Jay and Jean. As they approached a green light on a relatively busy one-lane highway, an 18-year old man talking on his cell phone approached the red light at the intersecting road. As he entered the intersection, a tractor trailer swerved to miss him and hit the Good Family’s car full-force. Join us to hear more about Jacy’s story!

 Bio: We are Jacy Good and Steve Johnson, nationally recognized public speakers and advocates for cell-free roads. Since the 2008 crash, caused by a distracted driver, we have worked tirelessly to educate the country about the dangers of cell phone use behind the wheel.

(021-3489) Henry Hinckley – A Multi-Faceted Man – Rod Howe Wednesday, November 7, (1:30pm-2:30pm), NSSS

 Description: See CoffeeHouse Events on page 31 for further details.

(414-3441) Finding the Uplift in all our Truths -- Sacred & Secular -- Living Skillfully after the Mid-Term Elections – Eric Clay Tuesdays, November 20 – December 18, (5 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: When we examine our personal experiences and our most trusted truths closely, we discover there are multiple narratives, competing and contradictory elements, and even hypocritical stances. Explore your most important stories--those you can use to understand and value others, even if you don't share a common history, morality or hope. A close analysis of our stories helps us to live better, more honest and

truthful, lives.

 Bio: Eric Clay, M.Div., Ph.D., founder of Shared Journeys, facilitates, coaches, and counsels groups and individuals addressing differences around religion, science, politics, economic class, race, and culture. Eric also is an on-call chaplain at Cayuga Medical Center and hosts The Made of Clay Report, interviewing area residents about their lives

on WRFI 88.1FM.

(118-3443) Getting Your Home Sold - Overview of the Selling Process - Ellen Morris-Knower Thursday, December 6, (10:30am-11:30am)

 Description: Getting a home sold is not as 1-2-3 easy as the TV shows like to make it seem, but there is an order and a method that can help you achieve your goal. This class will cover the ins and outs of marketing and pricing, understanding a comparative market analysis, choosing an agent, what to expect from showings, open houses and inspections, reviewing, accepting and closing on an offer, and more.

 Bio: Ellen Morris-Knower has been selling real estate in Tompkins County since 2006 when Audrey Edelman hired and trained her. She enjoys managing all the details of selling a home to help clients can stay calm and focus on their next steps. She has a keen eye for quality and value in all types of homes and loves working with clients to make their property shine and sell.

(120-3444) Home Repairs & Improvements: Are They Worth It? – Margaret Hobbie Thursday, December 13, (10:30am-11:30am)

 Description: Homeowners know that their house is a major financial investment as well as a place to live. They know it is important to protect this investment through regular maintenance and upgrades. But it’s also important not to overspend, or to spend money on the wrong things. This class will help you identify and prioritize home improvement

projects and get the best return out of your investment of time and money.

 Bio: Margaret Hobbie has been selling residential real estate in the Tompkins County area for over 20 years. Prior to that she was Director of the DeWitt Historical Society (now The History Center). She holds the Senior Real Estate Specialist designation and loves working with seniors and their families.

(122-3455) Decluttering Your Home – Linda Slattery Thursday, December 20, (10:30am-11:30am)

 Description: Getting your home ready to be put on the market is not a small task. Having your home looking its best will help to get the best possible price. Decluttering your home is one of the most important things you can do in preparation for sale --- and it is never too soon to start. This class will describe exactly what decluttering means and will give you some good ideas on how to make your home appealing and attractive.

 Bio: Linda Slattery has been selling real estate for 22 years and has enjoyed working with sellers in helping them through this process of preparing their homes for today’s real estate market.

FINANCE

(004-3446) Medicare & Other Health Benefits: Who Pays First? – Sara Jane Blake Wednesday, September 12, (1:30pm-3:00pm)

 Description: You've made sure that your doctor, hospital, and all of your other health care providers know what type of Medicare you have. Great! It’s also important to make sure they know if you have health coverage in addition to Medicare. Claims must be submitted to the correct payer in the correct sequence to avoid reimbursement delays. This class will give an overview of how Medicare coordinates with other health insurance such as retiree benefits, and who should pay your bills first.

 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.

(100E-3447) It’s Your Estate – Are you in Control? – Susan Suben Wednesday, October 3, (5:30pm-7:00pm)

 Description: Learn about the two most important phases of estate planning - conservation and transfer – in order to protect all that you have accumulated over your lifetime. You’ll be given conservation and transfer tools to make sure you are in control of your assets in retirement so that you and your family can have peace of mind.

 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 23 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.

Medicare Basics – Sarah Jane Blake (013-3448) Thursday, October 4, (9:45am-12:00pm) -OR- (002E-3449) Tuesday, November 6, (5:45pm-8:00pm)

 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 cost reduction is the objective!

 Bio: See bio from “Medicare & Other Health Benefits on page 19.

(102E-3450) Life Settlements – Susan Suben Tuesday, November 6, (5:30pm-7:00pm)

 Description: What would you do if you found out you had thousands of dollars available to you that you never knew about? Buy a new car? Take your grandkids on a trip to Disney? Pay off your mortgage? Would you be surprised if I told you that all of these wishes could come true? The life insurance policy that you have been paying premiums on all these years, and perhaps no longer need, can bring you money while you’re still alive to give you a better quality of life, more enjoyment, and peace of mind. Join our class and learn about LIFE SETTLEMENTS.

 Bio: See bio from “It’s Your Estate… on page 20.

(115-3451) Wills, Probate & Settling Estates – Marcie Finlay Thursday, November 15, (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: We will discuss the basics of Estates, Wills and Probate. Some of the questions to be covered are: Who really needs a will? What happens if I die without one? What property and assets does a will control? What does it mean when someone’s

will is probated? What is the process like, what does it cost and how long does it take? Does it make sense to set up my estate to avoid probate, and if so, how do I do that?

 Bio: Marcie A. Finlay, Cornell Law graduate, member of Tompkins County. Estate Planning Council and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, has practiced law in Ithaca for over 20 years in the areas of Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate and Estate Administration, Guardianship and Special Needs Planning. She has previously served as a Board Member for the Community Foundation of Tompkins County and McGraw House and is a volunteer Panel Member for the Surrogate Decision Making Committee.

(121-3452) A Masters Class for the Older Entrepreneur – Pam Silverstein Wednesday, December 19, (10:30am-11:30am)

 Description: Studies show that entrepreneurs over 55 are twice as likely to be successful than their younger counterparts. Older entrepreneurs are more focused, resource rich, less distracted, and can draw on an amazing wealth of knowledge. Pam Silverstein will show how you as, a member of an older generation, can start a business and will help you take your first steps into entrepreneurship. She’ll share her enthusiasm and encourage you to turn your dreams into reality.

 Bio: Pam Silverstein, MBA Cornell, 1976, is an entrepreneur and mentor. She has been mentoring large and small idea startups since she and her husband successfully sold their early tech company. Currently, Pam is the entrepreneur-in-residence and board member at Life Changing Labs, an entrepreneurial incubator where she mentors Cornell students. She also serves as a board member for Chloe Capital and Anabel's Grocery.

Gardening & Outdoors

(123-3453) Following the Wild Bees with Dr. Thomas Seeley Date To Be Determined

 Description: Dr. Thomas Seeley, author of several books including Bee Democracy, and most recently Following the Wild Bees: The Craft and Science of Bee Hunting, will present a talk about the craft and science of finding wild colonies of honey bees. For nature and science enthusiasts, this is an event not to miss! (Minimum of 10 participants – so register early to make this a go!)

 Bio: Dr. Thomas D. Seeley is the Horace White Professor in Biology at Cornell University. He is based in the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior, where he teaches courses on animal behavior and does research on the behavior and social life of honey bees.

HUMANITIES

(300E-3454) Lifespan Creativity – Mary Ann Erickson Wednesdays, September 26 – October 10, (3 sessions), (7:00pm-8:00pm)

 Description: This is an opportunity to join an Ithaca College class at Lifelong for an exploration of creativity. The sessions will explore questions like: Can we measure creativity? Are some people born with creativity and others without? How does creativity develop and change with age? The 3 sessions will be a mix of presentation, discussion, and participation with about 28 Ithaca College students.

 Bio: Mary Ann Erickson, Ph.D., is Associate Professor and Chair of Aging Studies at Ithaca College. Her undergraduate degree is in math and music, and she has continued to accompany students at Ithaca College. Mary Ann spent six years as a member of the Lifelong Board of Directors and served as Board President.

(408-3458) The Major Trends In Western Political Thought, Part II - Alex Delfini Thursdays, October 11 – December 6, (No class on Nov. 22), (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Part II continues the exploration of the major trends of western political thought. It will start by examining the ideas and ideals behind the French & American Revolutions and finish off looking at political thought as it developed in the 20th century leading to the emergence of mass movements and the conflict of world changing ideologies such as communism & fascism. We will consider are: Rousseau, Locke, Madison, Burke, Coleridge, Emerson, Marx, Mill and Dewey.

 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.

(412-3455) Exploring The Oxford English Dictionary – Barry Adams Wednesdays, November 21 – December 19, (5 sessions), (2:00pm-3:30pm)

 Description: The history of this monumental achievement, which is marking its 90th anniversary in 2018, has been told in such popular books as Caught in the Web of Words by K.M. Elisabeth Murray (1977) and The Professor and the Madman by Simon Winchester (1998). This course will review some of the fascinating human-interest material in these and other sources but will look more closely at what this dictionary is, what it does, and why it interests non-specialists as well as why it is criticized by some specialists. We will consider editorial policy governing selection (inclusion and exclusion), etymologies and word histories, definitions and meanings, illustrative quotations, the thesaurus component of the online version, and more. We will also consider how it relates to similar endeavors by two illustrious lexicographers, Doctor Samuel Johnson and Noah Webster.

 Bio: Barry Adams, Professor of English Emeritus at Cornell, also served as Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Director of the Religious Studies Program in Cornell’s College of Arts and Sciences. Since retirement, he has taught a variety of courses at Lifelong. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Funeral Consumers Alliance of the Finger Lakes, and volunteers at Red Cross blood drives.

(415-3456) Stories from the Middle Ages – Tom Butler Tuesdays, November 27 – December 18, (4 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm)

 Description: Between the fall of Rome and the rise of the Renaissance in Europe, scores of bright personalities illuminated what used to be called the Dark Ages. This course will look closely at some of these individuals and examine how they influenced the evolution of Europe. Their stories make modern day soap operas and political who- done-its look awfully tame.

 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, math and school administration. Tom has taught at Lifelong since 2011 and is the current Board President of Lifelong.

(413-3457) Native Peoples of North America – Jo Ann Palmer Mondays, November 12 – December 17, (6 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: A series of video lectures from The Great Courses in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution. This course offers a multidisciplinary perspective on the experiences of Native Americans in the five centuries since 1492. The course focuses on stories of encounters and exchanges, negotiations and border crossings, accommodation and resistance. It is ultimately a story of indigenous survival.

 Bio: Jo Ann 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 pursuits of reading and art.

LANGUAGES

(404-3459) Beginning Spanish – Natasha Tall Mondays, September 10 – November 5, (No Class September 24 or October 8), (7 sessions), (11:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: This class will include instruction and practice in conversation, grammar, and literacy skills. The instructor will contact new students to assess knowledge level. (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. Natasha is also a local writer of short stories.

(406-3460) Continuing Intermediate and Advance French – Natasha Tall Fridays, September 14 – October 26, (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: See bio under Beginning Spanish on page 23.

(008-3461) Advanced English as a Second Language – Dolina Millar Fridays, September 14 – November 16, (no class on September 28 & October 26), (8 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm)

 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.

(411-3462) Introduction to American Sign Language – Susan Wolf Fridays, November 2 – December 14, (no class on November 23), (6 sessions), (11:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: This class is intended for learners who want to begin learning ASL or who have an introductory knowledge of ASL and Deaf culture. We will learn new vocabulary, basic ASL grammar and syntax, and explore deaf culture. We will also learn hand- shapes for the alphabet and numbers.

 Bio: Susan Wolf is a retired teacher and guidance counselor who worked within the Deaf community for over 40 years. She learned ASL at Gallaudet University, the University for the Deaf in Washington, DC, and continued to learn through her work with students and relationships with Deaf friends and colleagues. She looks forward to sharing ASL with you!

POLITICAL ISSUES

(401-3463) Current Events/World Affairs: An Open Discussion – Henry Stark Wednesdays, September 5 – November 28, (10 sessions), (No Class on October 10, October 24, November 7), (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. He has been facilitating Current Events discussion groups at Lifelong, both fall and spring, for over 15 years.

(101E-3464) Understanding the Right by Leaning Left – Wayne O’Brien Wednesday, October 24, (5:30pm-7:30pm)

 Description: We often get embroiled in our emotions when considering the current political situation. When we get emotionally involved we often forget to try and understand who the folks on the “other side” are, and why they hold their convictions. During this session we will look at the reasons motivating both sides as well as why it is so difficult to change their minds. Join us for what is surely to be a lively evening of discussion. (Max 14 with a Min of 8 people)

 Bio: Wayne, BS and MA from the U of Maryland, is a close follower of the current political turmoil facing the country today. He has taught a wide variety of courses at Lifelong since 2007. In addition to having absorbed much of the “left-leaning” culture of Ithaca over the last 12 years, he has done extensive study of the psychological character, attitudes and value systems of the "right-leaning" culture in the U.S.

(301E-3465) The Constitution & the Supreme Court – Tom Butler Tuesdays, October 2 – October 16, (3 sessions), (4:00pm-6:00pm), (Held at the Enfield Community Center, 182 Main Road, Ithaca)

 Description: What the Constitution says and how the Supreme Court interprets it have become hotly contested issues. By examining the context in which the Constitution was written, the actual text, and the processes used by the Supreme Court to interpret its meaning, this course will try to dispel some myths. The final session will look at some of the Court's most important cases as well as some of the current controversies.

 Bio: See bio under Stories from the Middle Ages on page 23.

 See page 18 for the full details.

SCIENCE

(108-3467) Pollination and Sociality – Zoe Getman-Pickering & Julie Davis Thursday, October 18, (10:00am-11:30am)

 Description: Most people know about honey bees and colony collapse, but many people aren't aware of the huge diversity of native bees, flies and butterflies that pollinate flowers around Ithaca. This presentation will discuss some of the important pollinators and some of the research that is being done at Cornell on them, as well as ways people can help native bees. The presentation will also touch on the difference

between solitary and social bees. It will conclude with a bug petting zoo, with a variety of cool insects that can be handled.

 Bio: Zoe Getman-Pickering and Julie Davis are PhD students in Dr. Jennifer Thaler's lab at Cornell University. Zoe studies how mycorrhizal fungi, a plant mutualist, alters its plant hosts susceptibility to pest insects. Julie studies how the nutrients from different flowers affects syrphid fly health and behavior. They both love crafting and basil.

(110-3468) – Comets and Origins of Life – Zoe Learner Ponterio Monday, October 29, (10:30am-11:30am)

 Description: Learn about the importance of comets in understanding how life on Earth arose, including a history of past and future spacecraft missions to comets and a live demonstration of making a “mini-comet” using dry ice.

 Bio: Having a grandmother who worked on the Apollo Moon missions and growing up not far from the California Jet Propulsion Lab, it was natural for Zoe to earn BS degrees in astrophysics & math (U of Oklahoma, 2002), then attend grad school in planetary science at Cornell. During that time (2002 – 06) she worked on the science and mission critical operations teams for the Mars Exploration Rovers Mission. She is now the manager of the Spacecraft Planetary Imaging Facility (SPIF) and lives in Lansing with her husband and two daughters.

(117-3469) – Icy Worlds – Zoe Learner Ponterio Monday, December 3, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Learn about the abundance of water we’ve found in the solar system, most commonly in solid form, and how these frigid but wet worlds are the top candidates for finding extraterrestrial life.

 Bio: See bio under Comets and Origins of Life above.

SUNDRY

(407-3470) Introduction to Chinese Mahjong – Louise Tang Thursdays, October 4 – October 25, (4 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm)

 Description: Learn how to play the Chinese version of Mahjong, a game for four players that originated in China. It is a game of wit, skill, strategy, and luck. The object of the game is to be the first person to build complete suits (usually of threes) from either 13 or 16 tiles. There will be an hour of instruction, then time to practice afterwards.

 Bio: Louise Tang is a retired Ithaca College Mathematics professor. She began playing Mahjong as a child and still enjoys playing to this day. She believes Mahjong is a great game for all ages!

Technology

Open Lab – Get Help with your Gadget – Ithaca College Students ($10 each session or all sessions for ($40)

(109-3471) Thursday, October 25, (2:30pm-3:30pm) (111-3472) Tuesday, October 30, (2:30pm-3:30pm) (113-3473) Tuesday, November 6, (2:30pm-3:30pm) (114-3474) Thursday, November 8, (2:30pm-3:30pm) (116-3475) Thursday, November 15, (2:30pm-3:30pm) (410-3476) ALL (5) sessions, (Oct. 25, Oct. 30, Nov. 6, Nov 8, Nov. 15)

 Description: Are you new to the computer and need a basic introduction to it? Or do you have a new device and are not sure how to use it and all its fancy functions? These open lab sessions are just for you! Bring in your own device and join Ithaca College students as they lend a helping hand to answer any questions you may have.

 Bio: Students from Ithaca College. Directed under Lynn Gitlow, Associate Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy.

(020-3477) Television Studio Presentation – Lauren Stefanelli Wednesdays, November 7 – November 28, (1:00pm-2:30pm), (Held at Pegasys Media Center, 612 W. Green Street, Ithaca)

 Description: Participants will learn the basics of doing a TV studio presentation as on- camera “talent.” The course will cover the basics of presenting to the camera, using tag- lines and make practice video recordings and explore 2 in-studio formats: the “talk show” and the “how-to.” Each student will choose one of these 2 formats and create an 8 minute video in week 4.

 Bio: Lauren Stefanelli is the access coordinator at the PEGASYS Media Center, a media access service provided to the community by Spectrum Networks. For many years she has been teaching hands-on video production classes to people with no prior video production experience. She is also the producer and host of “PEGASYS Presents,” a talk show series that runs on channel 13 and on Youtube.

WELLNESS AND HEALTH

(103-3479) Memory & Aging Research: Fuzzy Trace Theory – Minyu Chang Tuesday, September 4, (11:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Over the years, researchers in the Memory and Neuroscience Lab at Cornell University have been seeking explanations for the memory changes in aging, based on a dual-process theory called Fuzzy Trace Theory. This presentation will cover current research findings in memory and aging, and how the lab uses Fuzzy Trace Theory to explain such findings. In addition, the lab's most updated study about memory

monitoring, how people’s confidence in their memory tracks their actual memory accuracy will be explained.

 Bio: Minyu Chang is a first year PhD student in the Memory and Neuroscience Lab at Cornell University. She completed her undergraduate education in Psychology at the University of Hong Kong, and has always been interested in research about memory and aging.

(005-3478) – Eat Smart, Live Strong – Tina Snyder Thursdays, September 13 – October 4, (4 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm)

 Description: Enjoy fun lively activities and talk about easy ways to make smart food choices and exercise more. Topics to be covered are:

1. Reach Your Goals, Step by Step 2. Challenges and Solutions 3. Colorful and Classic Favorites 4. Eat Smart, Spend Less

 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.

(007-3480) Know the 10 Signs: Detection Matters – Alzheimer’s Association Friday, September 14, (11:00am-12:00pm), (McGraw House, 221 S. Geneva Street)

 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.

(104-3481) Bootcamp for Aging Well – Eric Clay Monday, September 24, (1:30pm-5:00pm)

 Description: Find ways to live a fulfilling, meaningful life as you age. Build new, lasting relationships and deepen your current relationships. Adapt your personal practices to fit your own personality and desires. Entertain the idea of learning some totally new skills for this stage of life.

 Bio See bio under “Finding the Uplift” on page 18.

(010-3482) Falls Prevention Screening – Anne Reilley Monday, September 24, (9:30am-12:30pm), (at Lifelong) You have the power to prevent falls. Educate yourself and take

action now. Register Today!  Description: Lifelong is teaming up with Cayuga Medical Center, Office for the Aging, Cayuga Area Preferred Network, Ithaca College, Visiting Nurse Service, the Tompkins County Health Department, Foodnet/Meals on Wheels, and the Health Planning Council of Human Services Coalition to offer a special multidisciplinary pro-health screening and information session to kick off Falls Prevention Awareness Week.

 Come speak with experts in Geriatric Physical Therapy (under the direction of Geriatric-Certified Physical Therapist, Anne Reilley and team).

 Pick-up resources about Physical Therapy and exercise programs that improve strength, balance, mobility and reduce fall risk.

 Take part in a brief Fall Risk screening that includes a balance and mobility screen

 Find out if you are at low, moderate of high risk for falling and what you can do to lower your risk for falling.

 Review your medication list with a Pharmacist or nurse and ask questions about medications.

 Pick-up resources and information about vison health and fall risk  Speak with an Occupational Therapist about home safety and adaptive devices and equipment.

 Learn about many additional resources (available through the Tompkins County Office for the Aging and the Health Department) to make your home safer. Get information about a free home assessment and home modification options.

(FREE) Flu Clinic at Lifelong Tuesday, October 2, (9:00am– 12:00pm)

Description: Please call the Tompkins County Health Department at 274-6616 to schedule your appointment to get the flu shot. Lifelong is not making the appointments.

(105-3483) Macular Degeneration – Diane McMillan Tuesday, October 9, (10:00am-11:00am)

 Description: Macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of severe vision loss in people over the age of 60. It occurs when the small central portion of the retina known as the macular deteriorates. The retina is the light sensing nerve tissue at the back of the eye. Because the disease develops as a person ages, it is often referred to as age- related macular degeneration. Although AMD is almost never a totally blinding condition it can be a source of significant visual disability.

 Bio: Diane McMillan, MA, University of South Florida Rehabilitation, specializing in Blindness, has a dual national certification as a Low Vision Therapist and a Vision Rehabilitation Therapist. She has worked in the field of blindness for 40+ years, in Florida and North Carolina before moving to the Binghamton area about 17 years ago. She is the manager of the children’s program, and Low Vision Practice manager where she works with people who are visually impaired or legally blind, and conducts a

Functional Vision Assessment Clinic twice a month for people in the community to help them make the most of their remaining vision.

(016-3484) General Medical Safety - CHAT Friday, October 12, (2:00pm-3:00pm), NSSS

 Description: This session will provide an introduction and overview to common safety concerns that can be overlooked. Participants will engage in discussion with CHAT facilitators and amongst themselves to help identify such areas in their lives. The session will also provide strategies and information used to address these concerns. Topics covered include: how patients can effectively communicate information about their health, ways to keep track of a patient’s medical history, things to look for and ask about when prescribed new medications or therapies, questions to ask when receiving a diagnosis, and more.

 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.

(107-3485) Traditional Healing & Modern Medicine: Informed Partners – Will Fudeman Monday, October 15, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: Do you or a loved one have continuing symptoms from chronic illness or strenuous treatment regimens, despite great medical care? An alternative treatment may be able to give you some relief. In recent years, more western medical practitioners and their patients have discovered the ways that traditional practices (including acupuncture, herbal medicine, meditation, yoga, qigong and tai chi) can provide relief from discomforts and side effects of modern western treatments, such as chemotherapy, and recovering from surgeries, in addition to helping to slow the progress of chronic degenerative neurological conditions like MS, Parkinsons, and memory loss associated

with aging.

 Bio: Join Will Fudeman, Licensed Acupuncturist, graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture in 1997, after practicing as a Social Worker (MSW from SUNY Buffalo). Will has taught Qigong (meditative movement) and lectured widely on

emotional healing with Chinese medicine.

(019-3486) Finding Reliable Health & Medical Information on the Internet - CHAT Friday, November 2, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 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: See bio under “General Medical Safety” on page 30.

(112-3487) History and Origin of Internal Martial Arts – Cliff Martin Monday, November 5, (10:30am-11:30am)

 Description: There is a lot of myth and story about the internal martial arts (Tai Ji, BaQua and XingYi) generated by books and movies. This lecture will discuss the

difference between internal and external martial arts and the origins and commonality of each art including some stories about the founders and masters.

 Bio: Cliff Martin has been a martial arts practitioner for over 40 years, with expertise in judo, tang soo do, Hapkido, Tai Ji, Ba Qua, and Xing Yi, as well as Qi Gong. He has multiple black belts and certifications in Tai Ji, Ba Qua, and Egoscue. He has taught for many years and has many happy Egoscue clients.

(023-3488) Doctor Patient Interactions – CHAT Friday, November 30, (2:00pm-3:00pm)

 Description: The focus of this session is to teach participants how to improve their interactions with their doctors and other healthcare providers. By improving these interactions, participants will be able to better utilize the time they have during an appointment and feel more comfortable engaging in discussion. This will provide participants with more information and help keep doctor appointments more focused on

their needs.

 Bio: See bio under “General Medical Safety” on page 30.

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.

CoffeeHouse Events

Sponsored by Lifelong and NSSS (FREE)

(021-3489) Henry N. Hinckley: A Multi-Faceted Man– Rod Howe Wednesday, November 7, (1:30pm-2:30pm), NSSS

 Description: Henry Hinckley’s life is symbolic of so many American stories and certainly of narratives specific to Ithaca and Tompkins County. He connected with Ithaca in varied ways. The presentation will provide an overview of the arc of his life including his triumphs, tragedies and passions. Some may still remember the Hinckley Museum and Foundation on E. Seneca Street which was open approximately 30 years (1970-2000).

*Thanks to a generous donation by the Hinckley Foundation this is the first in a series of presentations regarding Hinckley’s contributions to our community.

 Bio: Rod Howe, Executive Director, The History Center in Tompkins County

NSSS Gatherings: (2:00pm-3:00pm) at various locations indicated below

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 or an activity.

McGraw House Titus Towers Lifelong (September 26th) (October 24th) (November 28th)

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

Lifelong will provide round-trip Gadabout service for you from Lifelong to shop at the Shops at Ithaca Mall. (September 18, October 16, November 20, December 18)

NSSS Holiday Gathering: Wednesday, December 12, (12:30pm-1:30pm) at Lifelong

Bring your favorite holiday snack or desert and enjoy casual conversation, great company and good food!

Do you know …

Northside Southside Program Someone who could benefit

We Want You involved … from a friendly visit? -OR- Programs offered under Northside Southside are open to ALL Someone who would enjoy seniors. We are looking to expand our efforts and reach more involvement in learning seniors and we need your help! opportunities, exercise and Are you, or someone you know, interested in becoming part of social gatherings?

an Advisory Committee to help plan events? Refer them to Lifelong!

MY NOTES & REMINDERS

New to Lifelong this Fall! The Aging Mastery Program® (AMP) will help you create your own playbook for aging well via actionable goals, sustainable behaviors, peer support, and incentives. The program encourages mastery—developing behaviors across many dimensions that will lead to improved health, stronger financial security, and overall well-being. AMP up your life! What you will gain from the program:  Information to help you make small but impactful changes in your health behaviors,

financial well-being and enrichment in later life. Classes include:  Real incentives and rewards for taking small steps that can improve your well-being.  A chance to meet new friends, provide support and encouragement to your peers, and become more involved in your community.

What the program requires of you:  Commitment to attend at least 7 (but hopefully more!) of the 10 ninety-minute classes.  Following up after each class with Action Steps specific to that class topic.

What is the AMP Curriculum?

o Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery® Introduction to the program with a special emphasis on the new realities of aging, making the most of the gift of longevity, and taking small steps to improve overall quality of life.

o Exercise and You Discussion of the importance of exercising both the mind and the body with a focus on strategies for incorporating meditation, aerobics, strengthening, flexibility, and balance into daily routines.

o Sleep Overview of how sleep patterns change as we age, the importance of the sleep cycle, and simple strategies to improve sleep.

o Healthy Eating and Hydration Review of nutrition with strategies for incorporating healthy eating and hydration into daily routines.

o Financial Fitness Introduction to strategies for remaining economically secure in an era of longevity with an emphasis on setting financial goals and setting financial boundaries with friends and families.

o Medication Management Best practices on how to take medications as directed, store medications safely, and keep track of them.

o Advance Planning Guidance around key steps needed to manage health care, financial, and housing/care decisions with a focus on considering the role of personal values and beliefs in these decisions.

o Healthy Relationships Exploration of the benefits of being socially active and the risks of isolation with a focus on practical strategies for continuing to build and strengthen friendships and family connections. www.ncoa.org/AMP o Falls Prevention Overview of the importance of falls prevention among older adults along with strategies to prevent falling.

o Community Engagement Introduction to the value of continuing contribution and small acts of kindness with a focus on identifying personal aptitudes for meaningful volunteer and civic opportunities.

Further Details

o When: Thursdays, October 4 – December 13, (5:30pm-7:00pm) (No class on November 22)

o Where: Lifelong, 119 West Court Street, Ithaca

o Who: Any adult age 50 and above and is a resident of Tompkins County

o Cost: The value of this program for each individual is over $100, but Lifelong is able to

offer this series FREE due to the generous support of NYS Office of the Aging.

o How: Contact Lifelong at 273-1511 to register for this series. You need to be committed to attending no fewer than 7 of the 10 sessions.

LIFELONG ACTIVITIES – HEALTH & WELLNESS

Some of these programs are partially supported by Tompkins 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 Volunteer Fire Company Monday/Wednesday/Friday 10:00am-11:00am Juniper Manor in Trumansburg Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9:00am-10:00am Lifelong Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:30am-9:30am McGraw House Monday / Friday 2:00pm-3:00pm

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

Brooktondale Volunteer Fire Company Thursday 12:30pm-1:30pm

Tuesday 11:30am-12:30pm Lansing Community Library Thursday 2:30pm-3:30pm

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 and Line 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)

Enhance Your Fitness: Classes focus on stretching, flexibility, balance, low-impact aerobics, strength training, and deep breathing exercises.

Newfield Public Library Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-9:30am

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-12:00pm (Jennifer Brown) Tuesdays – 9:30am-1:30pm (Susan Zehnder)

Come and create clay creations with the Bring your paints and join an active class of all guidance of a skilled clay artist! abilities, painting still life or an image of your choosing. Class works independently, with All levels and new participants welcome! suggestions and guidance of the instructor. 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 All levels & new participants welcome! beautiful floral arrangement for the 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.

Looking for new members!

Lifelong’s Walk Program Lifelong Walk Program Requirements

Meet at 1:15pm at Lifelong ● Complete a Participant Waiver form before your first walk. Walks start at 1:30pm ● Lifelong membership is required to participate Lifelong’s Walk Program is a great way to explore the in the walk program. surrounding area while increasing your strength, ●You must be able to walk 1-2 miles with your improving your balance, and enjoying the company of own aide (if needed) and be capable of keeping your fellow walkers. up with the group. When carpool is necessary a

$1-$2 fee will be required for gasoline and Volunteer coordinators, Elke Schofield and Jane parking and is to be given to the driver.

Zimmer, enjoy sharing these walks. The Participant Waiver and Lifelong

Membership forms are available at the front desk at Lifelong located at 119 West Court Street

Lifelong Learning & Activities Payment Form – Fall 2018 Semester

Please Print (Membership Registration is available online)

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Phone: ______Email: ______

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

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G. Materials’ fee and/or theater tickets (Details:______) ______

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I. FREE courses (# of courses selected______) N/A

Amount Due (Total A-H Above) $ ______

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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

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I would like a scholarship: cholarships are limited to (3) Lifelong Learning course offerings per semester. A □ S limited number of Lifelong Activity scholarships are available.

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.

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-3425 Poetry: Rafting the Medusa, Thursday, October 18, (6:00pm-7:00pm), NSSS, (pg. 13) 002E-3449 Medicare Basics, Tuesday, November 6, (5:45pm-8:00pm), (pg. 20) How Can We Help? - Family Reading Partnership, Thursday, September 6, (2:00pm-3:00pm), 003-3429 (pg. 15) 004-3446 Medicare and Other Health Benefits…, Wednesday, September 12, (1:30pm-3:00pm), (pg. 19) 005-3478 Eat Smart, Thursdays, September 13 – October 4, (4 session), (10:00am-12:00pm), (pg. 28) 006-3430 How Can We Help? - Hospicare, Thursday, September 13, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 15) Know the 10 Signs: Detection Matters, Friday, September 14, (11:00am-12:00pm) 007-3480 (Held at McGraw House, 221 S. Geneva Street, Ithaca), (pg. 28) Advanced English as a Second Language, Fridays, September 14 – November 16, (no class on 008-3461 September 28 & October 26), (8 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 24) 009-3431 How Can We Help? - Human Service Coalition, Thursday, September 20, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 16) 010-3482 Falls Prevention Screening, Monday, September 24, (9:30am-12:30pm), (pg. 29) 011-3432 How Can We Help? - Ithaca Free Clinic, Thursday, September 27, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 16) 012-3439 One Phone Call Changed Everything, Tuesday, October 2, (1:30pm-2:30pm), NSSS, (pg. 17) 013-3448 Medicare Basics, Thursday, October 4, (9:45am-12:00pm), (pg. 20) 014-3433 How Can We Help? - Foodnet, Thursday, October 4, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 16) 015-3434 How Can We Help? - Alcohol and Drug Council, Thursday, October 11, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 16) 016-3484 General Medical Safety, Friday, October 12, (2:00pm-3:00pm), NSSS, (pg. 30) 017-3435 How Can We Help? - NY Connects, Thursday, October 18, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 17) How Can We Help? - Women’s Opportunity Center, Thursday, October 25, (2:00pm-3:00pm), 018-3436 (pg. 17) 019-3486 Finding Reliable Health & Medical…, Friday, November 2, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 30) Television Studio…, Wednesdays, November 7 – November 28, (1:00pm-2:30pm) 020-3477 (Held at Pegasys Media Center, 612 W. Green Street, Ithaca), (pg. 27) 021-3489 Henry N. Hinckley…, Wednesday, November 7, (1:30pm-2:30pm), NSSS, (pg. 31) 022-3437 How Can We Help? - Loaves & Fishes, Thursday, November 8, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 17) 023-3488 Doctor Patient Interactions, Friday, November 30, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 31) 100 SERIES - $10 PER CLASS 100E-3447 It’s Your Estate…, Wednesday, October 3, (5:30pm-7:00pm), (pg. 20) 101E-3464 Understanding the Right by Leaning Left, Wednesday, October 24, (5:30pm-7:30pm), (pg. 25)

102E-3450 Life Settlements, Tuesday, November 6, (5:30pm-7:00pm), (pg. 20) 103-3479 Memory & Aging…Fuzzy Trace..., Tuesday, September 4, (11:00am-12:00pm), (pg. 27) 104-3481 Bootcamp for Aging Well, Monday, September 24, (1:30pm-5:00pm), (pg. 28) 105-3483 Macular Degeneration, Tuesday, October 9, (10:00am-11:00am), (pg. 29) 106-3420 Silk Fall Wreaths, Tuesday, October 9, (2:30pm-4:00pm), (pg. 12) 107-3485 Traditional Healing & Modern Medicine…, Monday, October 15, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 30) 108-3467 Pollination and Sociality, Thursday, October 18, (10:00am-11:30am), (pg. 25) 109-3471 Open Lab – Get Help with your Gadget, Thursday, October 25, (2:30pm-3:30pm), (pg. 27) 110-3468 Comets and the Origins of Life, Monday, October 29, (10:30am-11:30am), (pg. 26) 111-3472 Open Lab – Get Help with your Gadget, Tuesday, October 30, (2:30pm-3:30pm), (pg. 27) 112-3487 History and Origin of Internal Martial Arts, Monday, November 5, (10:30am-11:30am), (pg. 30) 113-3473 Open Lab – Get Help with your Gadget, Tuesday, November 6, (2:30pm-3:30pm), (pg. 27) 114-3474 Open Lab – Get Help with your Gadget, Thursday, November 8, (2:30pm-3:30pm), (pg. 27) 115-3451 Wills, Probate & Settling Estates, Thursday, November 15, (10:00am-12:00pm), (pg. 20) 116-3475 Open Lab – Get Help with your Gadget, Thursday, November 15, (2:30pm-3:30pm), (pg. 27) 117-3469 Icy Worlds, Monday, December 3, (2:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 26) 118-3443 Getting Your Home Sold – Overview, Thursday, December 6, (10:30am-11:30am), (pg. 18) 119-3428 Folded Paper Stars, Thursday, December 6, (1:00pm-2:30pm), (pg. 14) 120-3444 Home Repairs and Improvements, Thursday, December 13, (10:30am-11:30am), (pg. 19) 121-3452 A Masters Class…,Entrepreneur, Wednesday, December 19, (10:30am-11:30am), (pg. 21) 122-3455 Decluttering Your Home, Thursday, December 20, (10:30am-11:30am), (pg. 19) 123-3453 Following the Wild Bees..., Date to be determined, (pg. 21) 200 SERIES - $20 PER COURSE Zentangle Method…, Fridays, November 9 – November 16, (2 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 200-3426 (pg. 13) 201-3427 Holiday Crafts..., Wednesdays, December 5 – December 12, (2 sessions), (2:00pm-3:30pm), (pg. 14) 300 SERIES - $30 PER COURSE 300E-3454 Lifespan Creativity, Wednesdays, September 26-October 10, (3 sessions), (7:00pm-8:00pm), (pg. 22) Constitution and the Supreme Court, Tuesdays, October 2 – October 16 , (3 sessions) 301E-3465 (4:00pm-6:00pm), (Held at Enfield Community Center, 182 Enfield Main Road), (pg. 25) 302-3421 Stamping…,Thursdays, October 11 - October 25, (3 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm), (pg. 12) 303-3422 Collage…, Mondays, October 15 – October 29, (3 sessions), (2:00pm-4:00pm), (pg. 12) 304-3424 Paper Bead Jewelry, Wednesdays, October 17 - October 31, (3 sessions), (2:00pm-3:30pm), (pg. 13) 305-3490 Writing Auto-Ethnography, Mondays, November 5 – November 19, (3 sessions), (1:00pm-3:00pm), (pg. 14)

400 SERIES - $40 PER COURSE OR 3 COURSES FOR $100 400-3416 World Cinema…,Tuesdays, September 4 - November 20, (12 sessions), (1:30pm-5:00pm), (pg. 11) Current Events/World Affairs…,September 5–November 28, (10 sessions), (10:00am-11:30am) 401-3463 (No Class on October 10, October 24, November 7), (pg. 24) 402-3417 Create with Clay, Mondays, September 10-October 1, (4 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm), (pg. 11) Art Techniques, Tuesdays, September 11 - November 6, (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 403-3418 (No class October 9), (pg. 11) Beginning Spanish, Mondays, September 10–November 5, (7 sessions), (11:00am-12:00pm) 404-3459 (No Class September 24 or October 8), (pg. 23) 405-3419 Opera…,Wednesdays, September 12 - October 31, (8 sessions), (2:00pm-4:00pm), (pg. 11) 406-3460 …, French, Fridays, September 14–October 26, (7 sessions), (11:00am-12:00pm), (pg. 24) Intro. to Chinese Mahjong, Thursdays, October 4–October 25, (4 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm) 407-3470 (pg. 26) The Major Trends…, Thursdays, October 11–December 6, (8 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 408-3458 (No class on Nov. 22), (pg. 22) 409-3423 Partners in Art, Wednesdays, October 17–November 14, (5 sessions), (1:30pm-3:30pm), (pg. 12) Open Lab: Get Help with your Gadget, ALL (5) sessions, (Oct. 25, Oct. 30, Nov. 6, Nov 8, Nov. 15), 410-3476 (2:30pm-3:30pm), (pg. 27) Introduction to American Sign Language, Fridays, November 2–December 14, (6 sessions) 411-3462 (11:00am-12:00pm), (no class on November 23), (pg. 24) Exploring The Oxford…,Wednesdays, November 21 - December 19, (5 sessions), (2:00pm-3:30pm) 412-3455 (pg. 22) 413-3457 Native People…, Mondays, November 12–December 17, (6 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm), (pg. 23) Finding the Uplift …, Tuesdays, November 20–December 18, (5 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 414-3441 (pg. 18) Stories from the Middle Ages, Tuesdays, November 27 – December 18, (4 sessions) 415-3456 (1:30pm-3:30pm), (pg. 23) Ukulele … Beginners, Thursdays, November 29 – December 20, (4 sessions), (10:00am-12:00pm) 416-3442 (pg. 14) Special Events 3438 Ice Cream Social-Sunday, September 23, (4:00pm-5:00pm), (FREE), (pg. 7) 3491 Travel with Lifelong – Tuscany Presentation, Tuesday, October 2, (1:00pm-2:00pm), (FREE), (pg. 8) Chili Cook-off, Tuesday, October 9, (4:00pm-5:00pm), (Indicate if bringing Chili with a ), (FREE) 3492 (pg. 7) 3493 Holiday Craft & Collectible Sale, Friday, October 26th, (10:00am-3:00pm), ($20), (pg. 8) 3494 Holiday Craft & Collectible Sale, Saturday, October 27th, (9:00am-1:00pm, ($20), (pg. 8) 3495 Holiday Craft & Collectible Sale, BOTH DAYS ($35), (pg. 8) 3496 Harvest Dish-to-Pass, Monday, November 5, (5:30pm-7:00pm), (FREE), (pg. 8) 3497 Lifelong Holiday Open House, Wednesday, December 5, (1:00pm-3:00pm), (FREE), (pg. 8)

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