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OLLI at DU Fit Tai Chi classes begin in Observatory on Monday,
April 22 at 10 am. Free for members! (See article below) | |
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OLLI Fundraiser to honor the work of our Platinum Facilitators and to celebrate our 28 years (1996-present)
A team of volunteers is hard at work putting together all the pieces for the Back to the Future: Beatles, Bellbottoms and Brews" event to be held on Sunday, May 5, from 3:30-6 pm at Acoya Cherry Creek. Have you bought your tickets yet? You can buy single tickets or packages of 4 or 6 if you want to bring your friends. Click here to buy tickets.
This event will highlight the work of our very strongest and longest serving facilitators who have reached the Platinum designation (40+ courses taught!). Not an easy accomplishment, but one that makes a positive difference in people's lives. We are grateful for the work of all of our facilitators who make this program so meaningful for so many.
Our eight Platinum Facilitators are:
- Charlie Holt
- Bob Magnani
- Mo Mathews
- Larry Matten
- Mac McHugh
- Sydney Myers
- Dick Reinish
- Jerry Wischmeyer
Read Platinum Facilitator Larry's Matten's paragraph below as he captures how important OLLI has been in his life:
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What OLLI Has Meant to Me:
"Education is a lifelong journey. From Kindergarten through Graduate School then statistics, computer programming, business courses, and Law School. When my first wife died from leukemia, I was burnt out as a caregiver and Professor. My reawakening occurred after I married my current wife and was introduced to adult education. OLLI gave me a chance to rediscover my love of teaching and interacting with knowledgeable and interesting people who are also dedicated to lifelong learning. From my first class on Amazing Tales that Fossils Tell to my current class on Movies of the 1980s, I have savored every moment with the students and have continued to learn. Last term, in my Dinosaurs class, the students helped to teach me about bird reproductive anatomy and physiology; and this term I am learning about American Mah Jong. OLLI has been a part of my life for the past 14 years and I look forward to being a part of it for many years to come."
- Larry Matten, Platinum Facilitator, April 2024
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We hope to see you at the event where there will be a professional photographer for portraits, a live auction, a silent auction of many themed items, music trivia contest and more.
Bruce
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OLLI at DU Member Upcoming Month
Calendar of Opportunities!
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Embrace the serenity of spring and summer with OLLI at DU's Tai Chi sessions in Observatory Park, kicking off on Monday, April 22nd, at 10:00 am.
Held every Monday
April to May, 10-11 am June to August, 9-10 am
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Tai Chi in Observatory Park
(near the DU Campus)
Free
Delve into the art of mindful movement and join fellow OLLI members in this rejuvenating experience as part of our OLLI Fit program! Grounded in the principles of longevity and fulfillment—Cognitive, Physical, Social, and Spiritual—our Tai Chi program embodies our commitment to enriching lives at every stage. Created through a collaborative effort with esteemed partners like the Knoebel Institute for Healthy Aging, the DU Wellness Program, the DU Enrichment Program, and the Tai Chi Project at Living Younger Longer Institute, this initiative is a testament to our dedication to your wellness journey. Step into tranquility, foster connection, and nurture your body and mind with OLLI at DU!
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Talking Baseball: The Rockies and Major League Baseball in 2023, 2024 and Beyond
FREE Member Webinar
Friday, April 26, 10AM - 11:30AM
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Step up to the plate for an engaging discussion on The Rockies and Major League Baseball! Join OLLI facilitator Greg Petty as he sits down with local baseball aficionados Thomas Harding and Manny Randhawa, both distinguished members of the mlb.com team. Together, they'll dissect the factors behind the Rockies' challenging 2023 season, exploring major and minor league developments that will shape the team's future. Dive into the impact of recent rule changes in Major League Baseball and speculate on what the future holds for the game. Discover how statistical analysis, or analytics, has transformed the landscape of MLB, and gain insights into the upcoming baseball season. Plus, don't miss your chance to participate in the discussion by submitting questions to our panelists. Swing for the fences and join us for an evening of baseball insights you won't want to miss! | |
Calling all Opera Lovers
OLLI members have the opportunity to attend the final dress rehearsal for Opera Colorado's Samson & Delilah, "an opera of biblical proportions that promises to bring the house down"! If you plan to go, OLLI member and opera course facilitator Jan Friedlander has put together a helpful backgrounder. Click here.
- WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 7:00pm.
- WHERE: Ellie Caulkins Opera House, 1385 Curtis St, Denver.
- COST: OLLI members $15; each OLLI member who registers may bring one adult, non-OLLI member for $20.
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REGISTER FOR THE EVENT AT: education@operacolorado.org or 303.778.7350.
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A Buddy Comedy for the Ages!
OLLI is off to another excursion to the Cherry Creek Theatre -- our third play -- this time to see “The Heartbeat of the Sun” on Sunday, May 19, at 2 pm.
“Best friends for 50 years, actors Bea and Althea navigated the ups and downs of their lives and careers arm in arm. As the spitfire pair adjusts to senior living, the women reminisce about their lives on and off the boards, and mildly hallucinate on a particularly funky kind of cheese.”
To receive the OLLI member discount, call 303-316-6360 and use the code OLLIGROUP24. Cherry Creek Theatre performs in the intimate Pluss Theatre at the Mizel Center, 350 S. Dahlia Street, Denver.
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Back to the Future:
Beatles, Brews and Bellbottoms
Social Event!
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Come join OLLI members and friends for fun and socializing on Sunday, May 5 from 3:30-6 pm at Acoya Cherry Creek, 301 S. Harrison St., Denver. Come visit with some of your favorite facilitators and have a chance to say thanks!
Your $75 entry ticket provides light food fare, music, complimentary beer and wine, valet parking and a trip back into the 1960s.
To know more about how to donate, please send an email inquiry to olli@du.edu or contact Jackie Wyant at jacqueline.wyant@du.edu
| | OLLI at DU is planning a silent auction and we need our members’ assistance in gathering items! Please help us by bringing in any new item that we can put together into a gift basket. Some examples are new books, gardening tools, gift certificates; puzzles, BBQ utensils. Click below for a complete list! | | |
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Calling all Members!
We're on a mission to capture the vibrant spirit of our community, and we need your help to make it happen. We're inviting each and every one of you to contribute your personal photos from classes, events and membership gatherings to be featured on our Facebook page. Let's highlight our community and reflect the diverse and vibrant individuals of OLLI at DU. And while we are at it, come visit our Facebook page and enjoy fun updates and engagement with the program.
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