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Senior University August Class Sneak Preview

July 1, 2023 — Friday, August 4, August 11, August 18, & August 25 American Mah Jong, Beginning Level* Mah Jong is a game of calculation, skill, and strategy employing tiles with Chinese Characters. Players seek to acquire specific tiles to form a “mah jong” in a predetermined pattern. In the American version, several exchanges of tiles among players... Read More

Senior University June Class Highlights

June 2, 2023 — Wednesday, June 7, June 14, & June 21 Evolution of Ballet* Learn about European classical ballet’s rich tradition from Louis XIV’s Versailles to its progression into the various eras. We will also greatly discuss ballet’s advances in The United States. 10:00 – 11:30 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room Friday, June 16, June 23,... Read More

Senior University July Class Sneak Preview

June 2, 2023 — The Operas of Mozart* Monday, July 10 – Early works Wednesday, July 12 – Opera Seria: Idomeneo; La Clemenza di Tito Monday, July 17 – Opera Buffa – The Mozart/da Ponte Operas: Le nozze di Figaro; Don Giovanni; Cosi fan tutte Wednesday, July 26 – Singspiel: Die Entfürung aus dem Serail; Die Zauberflöte 10:00 am,... Read More

Senior University May Class Highlights

May 3, 2023 — Fridays, May 12,19 and 26 Meaningful Journaling —To Enhance your Well-Being Sometimes Journaling can seem pointless and redundant or becomes more like a diary of the weather or everyday events. This class will introduce participants to the importance of Mindful Journaling and how the practice of it can enrich our lives. Participants will learn: What... Read More

Senior University June Class Sneak Preview

May 3, 2023 — Wednesday, June 7, June 14, & June 21 Evolution of Ballet Learn about European classical ballet’s rich tradition from Louis XIV’s Versailles to its progression into the various eras. We will also greatly discuss ballet’s advances in The United States. 10:00 – 11:30 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room Friday, June 16, June 23,... Read More

Senior University April Class Highlights

March 31, 2023 — Wednesday, April 5, April 12, & April 19 Ballet Folklórico An exploration of Mexican culture through movement, music, and costume. 10:00 – 11:30 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room Friday, April 21 Ancient Disasters and the Legends and Myths They Inspired Extreme events in nature have always been a part of human life and... Read More

Senior University May Class Sneak Preview

March 31, 2023 — Friday, May 12, May 19, & May 26 Meaningful Journaling —To Enhance your Well-Being Sometimes Journaling can seem pointless and redundant or becomes more like a diary of the weather or everyday events. This class will introduce participants to the importance of Mindful Journaling and how the practice of it can enrich our lives. Participants... Read More

Senior University March Class Highlights

March 1, 2023 — Thursday, March 2 Alzheimer’s Association Lecture Series: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s* Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life. Join us to learn about 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others. The program covers: Typical age-related changes, common warning signs... Read More

Senior University April Class Highlights

March 1, 2023 — Wednesday, April 5, April 12, & April 19 Ballet Folklórico* An exploration of Mexican culture through movement, music, and costume. 10:00 – 11:30 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room Friday, April 21 Ancient Disasters and the Legends and Myths They Inspired* Extreme events in nature have always been a part of human life and... Read More

Senior University February Class Highlights

February 7, 2023 — Wednesday, February 1 Seniors Helping Seniors – Scams to Avoid: Travel Tips   Friday, February 17 Travels Through Uruguay Tuesday, February 21 Native Peoples of the Northwest: An Anthropological Overview Friday, February 24 Self-Care Practices for Living Well – Breath of Life: Inspiration You must register for all classes at jwennstrom@gmail.com or call 253-756-6219. For... Read More

Senior University March Class Sneak Preview

February 7, 2023 — Thursday, March 2 Alzheimer’s Association Lecture Series: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Wednesday, March 8 Vision Matters – The Newest Technology for Those Visually Impaired Monday, March 6 From the Crater to the Courtroom Wednesday, March 15 Wise Grandparents Discussion You must register for all classes at jwennstrom@gmail.com or call 253-756-6219. For the full class calendar... Read More

Senior University January 2023 Class Highlights

January 5, 2023 — Wednesday, January 4, January 11, January 18, and January 25 Tacoma Community Ukulele Project: Exploring the Ukulele The ukulele is an instrument that you can learn chords & songs on with no prior musical training, so please join us regardless of your previous musical experience and leave with the tools to keep learning on your... Read More

Senior University February 2023 Class Sneak Preview

January 5, 2023 — Wednesday, February 1 Seniors Helping Seniors – Scams to Avoid: Travel Tips Are you ready to take a vacation with the family?  Did you decide to rent a house from Airbnb or other vacation rental site?  This class will talk about travel tips for seniors as well as how to spot travel scams using today’s... Read More