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Center 50+ ClassesCall the Center at 503-588-6303 for more information on these exciting class offerings.
Driver Safety Program
Older Adult Development : Challenges and Opportunitiestime and date to be determined
In this six-week series, we will consider themes related to older adult development and discuss how these are experienced in our daily lives. Sharing indivdiual perspectives through facilitated discussion will be a part of each group. Topics will include:
There is no cost for the group, but reservations are required. To register, call 503-588-6303 or stop by the Center's front desk. Dr. Kallemeyn is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Salem. Her prior experience includes working in a hospital setting in geriatrics and teaching courses in gerontology at Marylhurst University.
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| For those who have completed the first three years of Spanish or have knowledge of the present tense verbs of ser and estar, adjectives, commands, and stem-changing verbs. The class will be studying prepositions and direct objects. Emphasis will be on correct pronunciation and asking and answering questions. | For those who have completed the first four years of Spanish or have knowledge of the present, preterite, imperfect, future, and conditional tenses, and direct and indirect objects. The group will be studying reflextive verbs and -ir stem-changing verbs. | |||
| Tuesday | 1:00-3:00pm | Thursday | 9:00-11:00am | |
| $80/term | Class begins October 14. | $80/term | Call for next starting date. | |
Spanish Year Four |
Spanish Advanced |
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| For those who have completed the first three years of Spanish or have knowledge of the present tense verbs of ser and estar, adjectives, commands, and stem-changing verbs. The class will be studying prepositions and direct objects. Emphasis will be on correct pronunciation and asking and answering questions. | This class is suitable for students who have completed four or more years of Spanish or who have knowledge of the preterite, imperfect, present perfect, and subjunctive tenses. Students will be able to determine what will be studied and whill have the opportunity to speak to the class individually and in small groups. | |||
| Friday | 9:30-11:30am | Monday | 1:00-3:00pm | |
| $80/term | Call for next starting date. | $100/term | Call for starting date. | |
Learn to write poetry. Put your thoughts on paper--anyone can do it. The leader, LaVerne Miles, the author of Do-It-Yourself Poetry, will guide you throuhg the process in a supportive and fun environment. Cost: $1 per session.
This class offers students the opportunity to read their stories to an uncritical and empathetic audience. Most of the students concentrate on writing their life experiences. Come to this class to discover a new world of knowledge about yourself. Find out how easy it is to write about something you know. Cost: $1 per session.
This class opens the door to reminiscing. You will be able to take what you see, hear, smell, and feel and put it into words. The series of writing exercises will assist you in doing personal historical research. You will gain a new perspective on poetry and will let your imagination and love for words develop into a lasting memory. The finished product is a poetry keepsake. Enrollment limited to 10-25. Cost: $50/Five 2-hour sessions.
Not only learn basic conversation, but also gain knowledge of Chinese philosophy and philosophers. Culture and customs will be discussed to enhance your traveling experience or working with Chinese partners, supplies, or service providers. Textbook: New Practical Chinese Reader, volume 1. Limited enrollment of 5-10. Cost: $150/15 sessions.
Alphabet and vocabulary development, upper body and hand warm-ups, signing to music, and more will be included. This is a class that will give you another language for communicating with babies, hard of hearing or deaf people, and stroke sufferers. Cost: $30/10 sessions.
Bolivians eat a wide variety of potatoes--each has a name. Argentines eat large quantities of beef and pasta; each cut of beef and kind of pasta has it own name. The amazing variety of names for a particular food item says a great deal about a culture. Brazilians have their own particular foods. This class will look at the cultures of Latin America through the lens of their most common and important foods to discover the uniqueness of the culture. Could include the experience of trying some foods. Minimum enrollment of 7. Cost: $50 for five 2-hour sessions.
Class is based on the book "The Little Guide to Your Well-Read Life", by Steven Leveen. The objective is to get more books in your life and more life from your books. Learn how to make friends with the books you read, how to learn from them, and how to remember the impact they have had on our lives. This is not about reading more, but reading well! No book purchases are necessary! Minimum enrollment of 7. Cost: $20 for four 1-hour sessions.
This class if for those who have studied some Spanish or who are simply interested in short works of fiction by Latin American authors. Short stories and poetry from authors such as Jorge Luis Borges, Isabel Allende, Pablo Neruda, and others will be discussed. Knowledge of Spanish is not essential. Minimum enrollment of 7. Cost: $25 for five 1-hour sessions.
Movies provide a way of looking at ourselves, challenging our self-concept as well as providing ways of talking about significant events in a natural and honest way. They also provide a means of understanding our own culture and heightening awareness of how movies influence our beliefs. This is an opportunity to appreciate the great things movies do for us and our imaginations, while at the same time providing permission to discuss those topics that are of ultimate concern: life, death, happiness, fulfillment, etc. Enrollment limited to 7 to 15. Cost: $40 for four 2-hour sessions.
An expert team of music teachers will provide a fabulous music package this fall for you. Cost: $150 for four music lessons, an excellent ukulele, case, and book.
Throughout history, journaling has provided people with not only a record of the events of their lives, but also a method to reflect on those events and grow in wisdom. Instead of simply reacting to events, we learn to ponder them and reflect upon them. Reflection allows us to be aware of our feelings and discover new options and choices. Journaling helps us take control of our lives and is also a good way to remember the things that are important to us. Each participant will be asked to purchase a journal of his or her choice. Minimum enrollment of 7. Cost: $25 for three 1.5-hour sessions.
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This is a two-session class sponsored by AARP to improve your driving skills. Upon completion of this course, your auto insurance premium may be reduced. Call the Center 50+ at 503-588-6303 to register for one of these 2-session classes.
A presentation/discussion group on topics related to older adult development will be offered by Maribeth Kallemeyn, Ph.D., at the Senior Center. At this time, we are taking names of those interested in participating in this discussion group. The time and date will be determined once a group of six or more has been formed.
