FALL 1001 East Oregon Road 2016 CATALOG Lititz, PA 17543-9206 Capital Region | Lancaster County FALL 2016 CATALOG ENROLL TODAY! 717.381.3577 Lifelong Learning Courses, email: [email protected] | web: thepathwaysinstitute.org Excursions, & Service Projects for Adults 55+ in Lancaster County. Lifelong Learning Courses, Excursions, & Service Projects for Adults 55+ in Lancaster County. TABLE OF CONTENTS > TABLE OF PURPOSE/MISSION > PURPOSE/MISSION DIRECTOR’S WELCOME 1 CONTENTS > MEMBERSHIP PURPOSE/MISSION 2 > DIRECTOR’S MEMBERSHIP 2-3 WELCOME We commit to these values as we honor God in REGISTRATION 3-4 our service to others: PATHWAYS INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG JOY: Nurturing an atmosphere which is positive, PROCEDURES 4-5 LEARNING MISSION AND PURPOSE hopeful and thankful, while delighting in serving DIRECTIONS 6 DIRECTOR’S WELCOME The mission of the Pathways Institute for Lifelong others, fulfilling responsibilities and celebrating life. Learning® is to foster with persons 55+ a quest for Thank you for your interest in the Pathways COURSES & EVENTS BY TOPIC lifelong learning that enriches the mind and spirit to COMPASSION: Demonstrating Christ-like love and ® (SEPTEMBER 7 – DECEMBER 15) 7-18 Institute for Lifelong Learning ! pursue wisdom, service, and understanding. concern in our relationships, serving one another with grace, humility, gentleness and sensitivity in a manner History & Culture 7-9 The Pathways Institute provides adults age 55 Recognizing that older adults have much to celebrate, which respects diversity and honors the dignity and Local History 10-12 & better with educational & lifelong learning discover, and share, the Pathways Institute for worth of everyone. Current Topics & Discussions 12 opportunities in an environment conducive to Lifelong Learning was established by Messiah Lifeways to find meaningful use of their talents and INTEGRITY: Committing ourselves to be honest, Nature & Science 12-13 discussion and sharing. abilities. The Pathways Institute provides older adults sincere, trustworthy and accountable in relationships, Religion 13 with opportunities to engage in mental, cultural and communication and decision-making, with a respect We welcome you to enroll in the exciting fall 2016 Music & Fine Arts 13 spiritual activities promoting their wellness. In pursuit for confidentiality. classes and events and look forward to providing General Interests & Hobbies 14 of Lifelong Learning, the Institute focuses on three you with many new & enriching learning key components: STEWARDSHIP: Devoting ourselves to faithful and Wellness & Personal Development 14-16 opportunities! responsible use of resources entrusted to our care, • Personal Development Path – Promotes continued upholding high standards of performance and SPECIAL EVENTS learning opportunities, personal enhancement, and quality, striving for excellence and serving beyond (SEPTEMBER 30, DECEMBER 15) 17 spiritual growth expectations. Oscar Hammerstein, II – “Man of Many Words/Lyricist of Note” 17 • Service Path – Provides venues for seniors COMMUNITY: Relating with a spirit which A Musical History and Performance to share their knowledge, beliefs, and life is characterized by cooperation, teamwork, of Christmas Carols! 17 experiences with others encouragement and mutual respect, valuing each Susan J. Stauffer, Director person, affirming gifts and abilities, and seeking MOUNT JOY COUNTRY • Legacy/Sharing Path – Fosters generativity of older improvement through learning, creativity and HOMES COURSES 18 adults through opportunities to pass on wit and openness to change. REGISTRATION AND ENROLLMENT wisdom for future generations MOUNT JOY COUNTRY HOMES DIRECTIONS 19 FORMS ARE LOCATED AT THE MEMBERSHIP BACK OF THE CATALOG > INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES 20-23 Membership in the Pathways Institute for Lifelong REGISTRATION FORM 24-25 Learning is open to all adults age 55 and better residing in Lancaster County and surrounding areas. FALL 2016 FEE SCHEDULE 26 Members must pay a membership fee ranging from LANDIS HOMES MISSION $75 to $100 per term. This fee allows members to attend Pathways Institute classes and special cultural The ministry of Landis Homes is to serve aging adults events, and to participate in service learning and and their families by honoring and enriching their legacy sharing opportunities. lives in a community of Christ-like love. 1 2 An alternate registration option is available to • When registering online, please complete the CLASSROOM LOCATIONS persons wishing to register individually for classes registration process in its entirety. Your selections will at a cost of $25 per course. (Follow registration > MEMBERSHIP not be recorded if you do not click the CHECK OUT For the fall 2016 Pathways Institute term, most procedures below.) button. Once you have registered successfully, you will courses will be held at Landis Homes in one of the > REGISTRATION receive an e-mail response promptly after checking out following locations: A few special events may require an additional fee; indicating that your registration has been received. • Harvest Room however, these amounts will generally be discounted > PROCEDURES • Warwick Room for Pathways groups. Other miscellaneous costs not included in Pathways Institute membership are PROCEDURES • West Bethany Chapel books, transportation for field trips, supplies, meals Information about locations and special off-campus and admission fees. Please complete all sections and use separate form ATTENDANCE for each person. courses, cultural events, and field trips is included in course descriptions. OTHER PATHWAYS INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG Anyone enrolled who must cancel a course or event is • An invoice will then be issued to you through the LEARNING MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: asked to notify the Pathways Institute office as soon mail stating the amount due and confirming classes as possible so that someone else may attend. Also, if CONTACT INFORMATION • On Pathways class days, members can receive a in which you are registered. during a term a Pathways member wishes to attend a Announcements of special events, etc. are made by discount at the Garden Room or Dogwood Café by class for which he or she is not registered, please call to • Payment is due within two weeks after you receive regular mail and e-mail, so please make certain to showing their Pathways Institute membership card. see if space is available. As unique needs and situations your invoice and can be made by check, cash, or provide all of your contact information including your come up, they will be considered individually. Please money order to: current e-mail address. • Information about special events and seminars at discuss any questions with Pathways Institute staff Landis Homes and partnering organizations regarding registration and scheduling. LANDIS HOMES COURSE AND EVENT INFORMATION • Invitations and group discounts to special events CANCELLATIONS AND DELAYS and seminars MAIL TO: The Pathways Institute provides a forum for education and lifelong learning through discussion and sharing in In the event of inclement weather, Pathways Institute PATHWAYS INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG Pathways Institute for Lifelong Learning an open and objective environment. All opinions are members can call the main reception desk of Landis LEARNING MEMBERSHIP CARDS Landis Homes welcome. Information presented in courses or events is Homes at 717.569.3271 or send an email to: 1001 East Oregon Road provided for educational and enrichment purposes only Pathways Institute for Lifelong Learning membership Lititz, PA 17543-9206 and is not representative of the Pathways Institute for [email protected] cards will be issued following receipt of your Lifelong Learning or Landis Homes. membership application. The Pathways Institute REGISTER ONLINE to inquire if a course or event will be cancelled card must be shown to receive the Garden Room or Pathways Institute courses are non- You may also register for courses online. Please refer or delayed. Residents of Landis Homes can also Dogwood Café discount on class days. degree courses. No credits are earned, to the Pathways Institute catalog for complete details check the campus TV channel (channel 95) for this no grades are assigned, and there on courses and events. To register online and to information. are no tests or papers. The Pathways REGISTRATION view and print an electronic version of the Pathways Institute for Lifelong Learning Institute catalog along with all registration forms, Please note that courses and events are also subject operates on a two-term system, to change and/or cancellation for other reasons REGISTRATION PROCEDURES FALL 2016 TERM REGISTRATION DATES please visit the Pathways website: MEMBERSHIP unrelated to weather. If this occurs, individuals who offering classes and events during the spring and fall. Courses typically • July 28 to September 7, 2016 – Registration thepathwaysinstitute.org are enrolled will be informed promptly. If possible, • September 7, 2016 - First day of classes & events the course or event will be rescheduled. Courses with consist of 1-4 sessions. • December 15, 2016 - Final day of classes & events • Once registered, an invoice will be issued to you ten or fewer enrollments may be cancelled at the through the mail stating the amount due and discretion of the instructor. Membership and registration forms for the fall 2016 confirming classes in which you are enrolled. term will be accepted beginning July 28, 2016 through September 7, 2016 (or later until