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Spring at Last!
The spring quarter of Adventures in Learning starts Friday, April 7, and runs through Friday, June 9. We have a full slate of classes and speakers ready for your enjoyment.
After Zooming for the winter quarter, we will again be meeting in person. We are returning to Keystone United Methodist Church, 407 W. 74th Street, Kansas City, MO 64114.
Our regular classes continue in Mind and Body Mechanics, line dancing and Adventures in Art, as well as News and Views, our popular current-events discussion session.
You will find more choices at 11 a.m., when two different selections will be offered each week. One option will be “A series of series,” featuring talks on Civics (a three-part series), Sports (a four-part series) and Barbecue (a three-part series). The other option is “Let’s Explore,” a 10-week line-up focusing on different topics each week.
Noon Forum will resume with lunch and a keynote speaker each week. Bring your own lunch or order a box lunch from Adaire Stewart, 816-293-9612, by 10 am the Wednesday before.
Come for the whole morning or drop In for one or more classes that fit your interests.
A new take on box lunches
Shirley Legg recently spearheaded a committee to explore new options for box lunches. This quarter, we will sample lunches from different caterers, and we’ll invite your feedback to pick a favorite. The price remains $10.
Questions? Contact Adaire at 816-293-9612 or adaire@kcshepherdscenter.org.
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Mind & Body Mechanics with Judy Delphia | |
9:00 am Every Friday
This 50-minute "drop in" class of gentle exercises will emphasize restorative techniques, principles of body mechanics and rhythmic movement. Judy Delphia, R.N., an Adventures member and retired nurse, will lead the class.
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NEWS & VIEWS with Dick Ballentine |
10:00 am Every Friday
Do you have views on the news? Join us for an interactive conversation about local, national and international news. Share your thoughts and hear what others have to say at our weekly current events discussion, led by Dick Ballentine.
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Adventures in Art - Joy of Living
With Cheryl Moran
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9:30 am - 11:00 am Every Friday
Where do you find joy? In the garden, shopping, taking hikes, in galleries?
Come join the Adventures in Art group this spring as we take side trips to galleries, visit a home for lunch and experience gel printing. Take out your paints and learn new techniques.
Join us and try something new.
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11:00 am - 12:00 pm Every Friday
All are welcome whether you are an experienced Bridge player or you want to learn.
Join in on the fun!
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April 14
Civics 101: The Electoral College
In this three-week series, Prof. Max Skidmore will help us understand how a bill is passed, how the electoral college works and what the founders meant by separation of powers, among other topics. This class is for those of us who studied civics in grade school but have since forgotten a lot of what we learned!
Let's Explore - “Better Sleep - Why and How it is Important” - Dr Keith Jantz, internist, will discuss the subject we face alone in the middle of the night. We will learn the why and how of an essential part of our health and well-being, better sleep.
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April 21
Civics 101: Separation of Powers
In this three-week series, Prof. Max Skidmore will help us understand how a bill is passed, how the electoral college works and what the founders meant by separation of powers, among other topics. This class is for those of us who studied civics in grade school but have since forgotten a lot of what we learned!
Let's Explore - “Our Pets” - Tonya Rockaway from Golden Paws Grooming in Lee's Summit, Mo. will share her love of animals and pet grooming. After her presentation, everyone is encouraged to ask questions and share favorite animal stories.
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April 28
A Smorgasbord of Sports - Negro Leagues Baseball Museum - Cathie Moss, museum event coordinator and docent, will share the legacy and history of Negro Leagues Baseball. She is a proud Kansas City native and has been with the Museum for more than 20 years.
Let's Explore - “Train Travel” -- Mark Manning developed an interest in trains at a young age. His model railroading hobby began at age 5. Love of trains took him on many adventures, and he will share some with us.
May 5
A Smorgasbord of Sports - Sporting KC - MaKenzie Yearby, Community Impact Coordinator of Sporting KC, will talk about the history of the club as well as the work the club’s Victory Project does in the community.
Let's Explore - “Places We Have Worked” - Adaire Stewart, program manager at Shepherd's Center Central, will share her job history, which led to working here with us and lead a discussion with us about places we have worked.
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May 12
A Smorgasbord of Sports - Arrowhead Pride Blog – Blogger Joel Thorman will tell us all we need to know about Arrowhead Pride, the official Chiefs blog site. What is a blog? What is the Arrowhead Pride blog? How do I interact with a blog and why? Learn about this and much more from the 'Blogfather' himself. What started out as two brothers from Brookside wanting to receive game-day information about the Chiefs ended up being a nationally syndicated blog and, for Joel, a full-time career. Hear how it all started and get some insights into the upcoming Chiefs season. (A combined class with “A Smorgasbord of Sports.”)
May 19
Let's Explore - “Everything's up to date in Kansas City, including Radio Theatre” – Adventures in Learning member Rohn Dennis shares the history of “Shots in The Night Radio Theatre,” the #1 longest-running award-winning radio show in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The shows consist of a variety of skits from the bitingly satirical to the heartfelt and poignant. The show airs every second Thursday on KKFI 90.1FM-Radio starting at 7 p.m. The shows are written, acted and produced mainly by persons well over 50. (P.S., says Rohn, “They're always looking for new talent ... interested?”)
Kansas City - Barbeque Capital of the World - LC's Bar-B-Q - Tausha Richardson- The original owner, L. C. Richardson, started his no frills barbeque joint in 1986. His granddaughter, Tausha Ricardson, grew up helping at the restaurant and is now the owner. She will tell us about this traditional spot just down Blue Parkway from Arrowhead. LC's is known for its award-winning barbeque.
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May 26
Let's Explore - “Atrial Fibrillation and Other Arrhythmias” – Dr. Alan Forker - Atrial fibrillation is an irregular and often rapid heart rate that can increase our risk of stroke, heart-related complications. Although atrial fibrillation itself isn't life threatening, it is a serious medical condition that needs to be diagnosed and addressed. Dr. Forker will help us to better understand what is commonly called "afib" and other arrhythmias.
Kansas City - Barbeque Capital of the World - Rosedale BBQ - Marisha Brown Smith is the granddaughter of the original founders Anthony and Alda Rieke. She serves in many different facets of the family business from operating catering services, marketing and other aspects.
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June 2
Let's Explore - Skin Aging, Wrinkles and Common Skin Cancer - As summer approaches, we begin to think more about our skin. Dr Jennifer Ashby, dermatologist, will talk to us about some problems that occur as we age. We will learn how to prevent some problems and how to take better care of our skin.
Kansas City - Barbeque Capital of the World - BB'S Lawnside BBQ - Jimmy Nickle, owner, will tell about this unique South Kansas City institution, where barbecue is eaten at communal picnic tables. This is a no-frills roadhouse joint that offers live blues along with the barbecue.
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June 9
Let's Explore - Remembering Pearl Harbor – Adventures in Learning member Bill Prange will share his experience of being a child in Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. We will discuss experiences on that day and how lives changed as a result of the attack.
Kansas City - Barbeque Capital of the World - Arthur Bryant’s BBQ - Adam White, general manager, will tell us about the history of Arthur Bryant's in Kansas City and how the tradition is growing.
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April 14
Sheriff Darryl Forte, the 43rd Sheriff of Jackson County, Missouri. Sheriff Forté is the first African American Sheriff of Jackson County and was the first African American Chief of Police for Kansas City, Missouri. During his tenure, Sheriff Forté has made prominent steps to transform the Sheriff’s Office into a premier law enforcement agency. Sheriff Forté has prioritized community engagement, improved organizational effectiveness and increased internal communications.
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April 21
“Artwork at Our New Airport Terminal,” Mark Spencer, Arts Program Coordinator, Kansas City Aviation Department. What does $5.6 million worth of art look like? Attend Noon Forum today and find out! The new KCI Airport terminal features the largest public art project in the history of the city, and the majority of it was created by Kansas City-area artists or those with personal connections to the region. Kansas City’s “One Percent for Art” program made it possible for the new terminal to feature 28 pieces throughout its garage stairwells, entry space, concourses and retail and seating areas.
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April 28
“Metamorphosis: Nature’s Magic Act,” Suzette Slocomb. We will learn about butterflies and how to grow a garden that attracts and nurtures them. Slocomb is a retired teacher who has taught in Japan, North Africa, Kansas and, for 30 years, in Kansas City’s Center School District. Slocomb will bring materials for show-and-tell, and she will describe her backyard, which is a butterfly habitat.
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May 5
“The Shepherd’s Center Story” - Co-Editors/Contributors Dr. Rusty Ryan and Rev. Dr. Clayton Smith will present highlights from “A Proven Experiment: The Shepherd's Center Story.” In this book we learn about our founder, Dr. Elbert Cole, and how "his legacy calls for on-going leadership dynamics."
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May 12
“Artwork on the Plaza” – a virtual tour with Georgia Klein. The Country Club Plaza was designed in 1922 as the nation's first suburban shopping district. Since then, its open-air public art gallery has continuously added to its collection, with fountains, sculptures and murals that bring the very best of the Old World and the New. Retired educator Georgia Klein will show us some of the highlights.
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May 19
Mentalist Duane Roberts, a member of the Kansas City Society of American Magicians, stars in a 30-minute demonstration of magic and mindreading. Is mind-to-mind communication possible? Can the future be foretold? J.D. may have the answers!
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May 26
“Whatever Happened to the Pilgrims?” -- Julie Crain Miguel, genealogist. Most of us associate the Pilgrims with "the first Thanksgiving" in 1621. But then what? Today our speaker will delve into the fate of this band of believers who fled Europe for the New World.
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June 2
“It’s Spring in Missouri! Baby Animals and Their Parents” - Claudine Lamb, regional supervisor, Missouri Department of Conservation, will tell us about animals native to Missouri and how they protect and nurture their young during this bountiful season.
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June 9
“Let’s Visit Egypt” – a travelogue with Lon Lane III, founder of Inspired Occasions. Egypt is perhaps best known as the home of the ancient Egyptian civilization, with its art, temples, hieroglyphs, mummies, and above all, its pyramids. Lon Lane and his wife, Marcia, recently toured this exotic land and returned with beautiful photos and indelible memories.
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