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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-23-2024 to 04-23-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 10:30 AM- 11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Johnny RabbitTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisThis class will learn about what went on in the 1950s and 1960s. Instructor Johnny Rabbitt hopes you'll be up for some serious back-in-time travel, plus he'll bring along a special guest. You'll get the inside stories of Gaslight Square's birth, life, and death. We'll look around downtown before the Arch was constructed, refresh with Pinky Pevely, Velvet... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-23-2024 to 04-23-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Ricky Deutsch, BS Aerospace Engineering, MS, MBA, Former Captain US Air Force, Space CommandTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThis Spanish volcano archipelago was a stopping point for Columbus on his first New World voyage. Born of lava, Mt. Teide is the world’s highest peak when measured from its base at the bottom of the ocean. Only 600 miles from Morocco, the Canaries boast a tropical climate. The island of Tenerife was the site of the worst air disaster in the history of... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-24-2024 to 04-24-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Emily Nye, Ph.D.Term: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisAn increasing number of books—some of which are considered classics—are being banned in schools around the country. Have you wondered what’s behind the movement to ban books? In this class we’ll learn about some of the books being pulled from school and library bookshelves, why, and what this could mean for future... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-25-2024 to 04-25-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 10:00 AM- 11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Parks SmithTerm: OELocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisBletchley Park was once the top-secret home of the World War II “Codebreakers”—a term coined about the over 9,000 men and women who worked at the facility intercepting and cracking German communication during the war. We will focus on the lesser-told stories of the women who worked at Bletchley Park from 1939 to 1946. And learn how the German messages... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-25-2024 to 04-25-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 01:00 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Larry EdisonTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisWe’ve all heard of The Cloud, but what is it exactly, what does it cost and how can we keep it safe? In this class, we will take a look at the answers to these questions and more about online storage of your private files and photos. Specifically, we will take a look at iCloud, Google Cloud, Amazon Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox. We will examine the pros and... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-25-2024 to 04-25-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 01:00 PM- 2:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Steve Tamari, Ph. DTerm: OELocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisJoin instructor Steve Tamari, Professor of Middle East and Islamic History at SIUE, to learn about how women of the Ottoman imperial harem exerted power over the palace and the empire. Ancient Turco-Mongolian traditions and Ottoman succession patterns allowed women of the imperial harem to all but run the empire during the 17th century behind closed doors.... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-26-2024 to 04-26-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 11:30 AM-01:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Martha BogartTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisThis class provides an overview of Google Drive, specifically Google Docs (word processing). Learn how to store and back up your files to Google Drive including PDFs, videos, audio files and photos, so you can access them from anywhere. Any file you have on your computer can be stored on Google Drive. Learn how to upload, create, edit, share and organize... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-26-2024 to 04-26-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Javier Gonzalez-Meeks, Associate Professor of History, San Diego Miramar CollegeTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThe fall of the Roman Empire was a complex and multifaceted event that marked the end of an era and ushered in a period of significant change in European history. While the empire's decline was a result of a combination of factors, its legacy continues to shape the modern... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-26-2024 to 04-26-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 01:00 PM- 3:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Jim TudorTerm: OELocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisNot all great science fiction films take the stars, as evidenced by the Atomic Age creature features of the 1950s to the contemporary classics such as RoboCop, The Terminator, and The Matrix. In this session, we will look at such films and their creators to distill what they have to tell us about our world. Instructor Jim Tudor is a Film Studies Instructor... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-26-2024 to 04-26-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 05:00 PM-06:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisFrom King David's temple to the modern concert hall, from the Irish pub to the Renaissance court, the harp has made life better and more lovely for millions over time. In this hour we will enjoy the sounds of the harp from all around the world, including journeys to South America and Japan. The harp's diversity and creative expressions will amaze... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-30-2024 to 04-30-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 10:30 AM- 12:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Bonnie VegaTerm: OELocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisThe Vatican’s history as the seat of the Catholic Church began with the construction of a basilica over St. Peter’s grave in Rome in the 4th century A.D. Having embraced Christianity with the Edict of Milan in 313, Emperor Constantine I began constructing a basilica over St. Peter’s tomb in 324. St. Peter’s Basilica became a spiritual center for... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-30-2024 to 04-30-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 01:00 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Martha BogartTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisAre you an organization freak, or would you like to be more organized? This class is for you! Google Keep is a free Google tool that can help you keep notes, reminders, lists and even links to favorite websites or ones that you want to read later. It allows you to add images to your notes, color code them, and add labels to them so you can group your notes... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-30-2024 to 04-30-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Alex Castaneda, Ph.D.Term: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisEvery two years since 2008, the World Design Organization (WDO) reviews proposals from cities worldwide to become the next World Design Capital. The international non-governmental organization recognizes cities for their effective use of design to drive economic, social, cultural, and environmental development. How much do we know about this event? In what... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-01-2024 to 05-01-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Karl KindtTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisEmbark on a captivating journey through time as we step into the grandeur of the 1904 Fair. Immerse yourself in the splendor of the era by venturing inside the remarkable buildings that once stood as magnificent testaments to human innovation and creativity. Transport yourself to a bygone era, allowing you to see, touch, and experience the Fair just as our... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-02-2024 to 05-02-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 10:30 AM-11:45 AM Central TimeInstructor: Peter John BellisTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisOver the last 150 years, the depictions of Emily Dickinson have transformed from that of ashy and reclusive poet to a daring and rebellious young writer grappling with societal norms in a popular Netflix series. Her poetry, simultaneously childlike and innocent yet powerful and elusive, encapsulates a rich tapestry of emotions and themes. In this class, we... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-02-2024 to 05-02-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Bev SchuetzTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisDelve into the lesser-known love saga of Winston and Clementine Churchill in this captivating class. Uncover the intricacies of their intimate history, marked by the emotional imprints of challenging childhoods, episodes of failure and disdain, and a shared ascent to remarkable triumphs. Explore the intriguing question: Would Winston's extraordinary... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-03-2024 to 05-03-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Aaron McMullinTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisParticipate in an enlightening presentation and discussion with Aaron McMullin, a local artist and activist, as she shares her inspiring journey from activism to artistry. From delving into the research of cotton farmer suicides in India to her involvement in the Ferguson uprising after Mike Brown was killed, Aaron's activism has always been grounded in her... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-03-2024 to 05-03-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 10:30 AM-12:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Sally RainsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisOn May 3, 1937, Margaret Mitchell's Civil War saga 'Gone with the Wind' won the Pulitzer Prize! Join St. Louis author Sally Tippett Rains, renowned for her work, "The Making of a Masterpiece: The True Story of Gone With the Wind." Rains traveled to Atlanta at least eight times while writing her book to conduct interviews with all the living actors involved... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-03-2024 to 05-03-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 02:00 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Karl KindtTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisEngage with Karl Kindt, a certified Missouri substitute teacher holding two Master's Degrees, as we embark on an exploration of zoo creatures and some intriguing unusual beings. Zoom in on their distinctive features and delve into the fascinating concept of devolution. Discover the evolutionary twists and turns that have shaped these creatures, unraveling... read more
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Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 05-04-2024 to 05-25-2024Day(s) of the week: SaturdayTime: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Lynn Morgan, Licensed InstructorTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThis class is for everyone who enjoys music and wants to have fun while getting some exercise. We will dance salsa, merengue, swing and cha-cha using Latin and International music! No experience necessary. Lynn will carefully demonstrate the easy-to-follow movements and help everyone learn in a safe, welcoming... read more