Welcome to Oasis Everywhere!
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-24-2024 to 06-24-2024Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 12:00 PM-01:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Gina Simmons Schneider, PhD, Licensed Psychotherapist, Executive Coach & AuthorTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisLearn exciting neuropsychology discoveries to improve your medication response, expand your health span, and recover more quickly from illness. Gina Simmons Schneider, Ph.D. Licensed Psychotherapist, Executive Coach, Author of Frazzlebrain: Break Free from Anxiety, Anger, and Stress using Advanced Discoveries in Neuropsychology (Central Recovery Press,... read moreLearn exciting neuropsychology discoveries to improve your medication response, expand your health span, and recover more quickly from illness. Gina Simmons Schneider, Ph.D. Licensed Psychotherapist, Executive Coach, Author of Frazzlebrain: Break Free from Anxiety, Anger, and Stress using Advanced Discoveries in Neuropsychology (Central Recovery Press, 2022). -
Sessions: 12Class Date(s): 06-24-2024 to 08-07-2024No Class: 2024-07-01,2024-07-03Day(s) of the week: Monday, WednesdayTime: 03:30 PM-04:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Craig MillerTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisTai Chi, an ancient Chinese tradition, is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. Learn Sun Style Tai Chi utilizing a series of slow, focused movements and deep breathing to relieve pain, reduce stress and decrease fall risk while improving balance, muscular strength, coordination, confidence and mood. In this class, you will learn the Basic 6 and... read moreTai Chi, an ancient Chinese tradition, is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. Learn Sun Style Tai Chi utilizing a series of slow, focused movements and deep breathing to relieve pain, reduce stress and decrease fall risk while improving balance, muscular strength, coordination, confidence and mood. In this class, you will learn the Basic 6 and Advanced 6 forms from a certified instructor. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-25-2024 to 06-25-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 09:30 AM-11:00 AM Central TimeInstructor: David B Lindauer, Lt. Colonel (Ret.), US Army Signal CorpsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Washington Metro OasisRarely in modern military history has any unit identified so strongly with its commander as did Patton’s Third Army in the final campaigns of World War II. We will take a look at the Third Army, its commander, and its notable campaigns from the breakout from Normandy until it crossed Germany and entered Czechoslovakia. Along the way, we’ll discuss some... read moreRarely in modern military history has any unit identified so strongly with its commander as did Patton’s Third Army in the final campaigns of World War II. We will take a look at the Third Army, its commander, and its notable campaigns from the breakout from Normandy until it crossed Germany and entered Czechoslovakia. Along the way, we’ll discuss some vignettes about a few of the people in the Third Army. The Third Army was in combat only from August 1944 until May 1945 (that is, 281 days); but its contribution to the victory of the Western Allies was spectacular. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-25-2024 to 06-25-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 10:30 AM-11:45 AM Central TimeInstructor: Johnny RabbitTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisPrepare your taste buds for a delectable journey with gourmet Johnny Rabbitt as he guides you through the nostalgia of numerous St. Louis dining spots. From 'The Branding Iron' with its exquisite creamed spinach to Sala's Under the Viaduct and the legendary Sala’s Special sandwich, the exploration continues with Famous-Barr's renowned onion soup, Melrose... read morePrepare your taste buds for a delectable journey with gourmet Johnny Rabbitt as he guides you through the nostalgia of numerous St. Louis dining spots. From 'The Branding Iron' with its exquisite creamed spinach to Sala's Under the Viaduct and the legendary Sala’s Special sandwich, the exploration continues with Famous-Barr's renowned onion soup, Melrose Pizza, Golden Fried Chicken Loaf, The Orient Chinese Restaurants, Ed's White Front BBQ, and many more. Dive into a brew review featuring iconic names like Falstaff, Lemp, Green Tree, Hyde Park, Gast, Alpen Brau, Faust, and more. Additionally, enjoy insights from a special foodie guest and tantalizing recipes that add a flavorful touch to this culinary adventure. Get ready to savor the rich history and flavors of St. Louis dining!
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Sessions: 12Class Date(s): 06-25-2024 to 08-08-2024Day(s) of the week: Tuesday, ThursdayTime: 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Idaria K GoodwinTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisLow-impact aerobics, strength training, flexibility and balance exercises - a total body workout! The ability to move freestanding without use of a chair is necessary for this class. Floor work is optional. This class will be in interactive mode, allowing the instructor and other class participants to see and hear... read moreLow-impact aerobics, strength training, flexibility and balance exercises - a total body workout! The ability to move freestanding without use of a chair is necessary for this class. Floor work is optional. This class will be in interactive mode, allowing the instructor and other class participants to see and hear you
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-25-2024 to 06-25-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 12:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Virginia WaldronTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Syracuse OasisTo begin a meditation practice, one needs only a few moments, a quiet place to be, and one’s breath. Learning to meditate is as easy as learning to focus on breathing. Gradually it can become an easy and natural process to allow the mind to let go of the stress and focus of the daily routine and move into an inner sense of peace and calmness. When our... read moreTo begin a meditation practice, one needs only a few moments, a quiet place to be, and one’s breath. Learning to meditate is as easy as learning to focus on breathing. Gradually it can become an easy and natural process to allow the mind to let go of the stress and focus of the daily routine and move into an inner sense of peace and calmness. When our mind is peaceful, we are free from worries and mental discomfort, and experience true happiness. If we train our mind to become peaceful, we shall be happy even in adverse conditions, but if our mind is not at peace, then even in the most pleasant conditions we are unable to feel happy. So it is important to train our minds, through techniques such as simple meditation, to be aware of the joys and true happiness that is our birthright. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-25-2024 to 06-25-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Lola Sparrowhawk, Int'l Award-Winning Author/HistorianTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThis Spanish galleon transported gold, silver, and gems from Latin American colonies back to Spain, creating vast wealth for Spain’s King Philip. Last seen in 1708, now, three hundred years later, the ship has been found lying nearly 3,100 feet below the ocean’s surface loaded with gold, silver, and emeralds. This lecture explores the time period of the... read moreThis Spanish galleon transported gold, silver, and gems from Latin American colonies back to Spain, creating vast wealth for Spain’s King Philip. Last seen in 1708, now, three hundred years later, the ship has been found lying nearly 3,100 feet below the ocean’s surface loaded with gold, silver, and emeralds. This lecture explores the time period of the ship’s history and present recovery efforts. -
Sessions: 9Class Date(s): 06-25-2024 to 08-08-2024No Class: 2024-07-02,2024-07-04Day(s) of the week: Tuesday, ThursdayTime: 03:30 PM-04:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Craig MillerTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisTai Chi for Arthritis: Intermediate is ideal for those participants looking to further expand and challenge their Tai Chi skills. Learn new forms while continuing to improve your health and reduce fall risk. Previous enrollment in Tai Chi for Arthritis mandatory. All participants should have completed instruction in the entire Beginner (Part 1) program... read moreTai Chi for Arthritis: Intermediate is ideal for those participants looking to further expand and challenge their Tai Chi skills. Learn new forms while continuing to improve your health and reduce fall risk. Previous enrollment in Tai Chi for Arthritis mandatory. All participants should have completed instruction in the entire Beginner (Part 1) program before enrolling in Part 2.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-26-2024 to 06-26-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:30 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Janet SimonTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Albuquerque OasisWalking/hiking is an evidence-based, life-long wellness activity. Join Janet Simon as she shares strategies for maintaining your feet in the best working condition. She details walking shoe/hiking boot selection tips, insert/orthotic benefits, injury prevention, and ways to address common foot maladies and deformities. Janet Simon, Doctor of Podiatric... read moreWalking/hiking is an evidence-based, life-long wellness activity. Join Janet Simon as she shares strategies for maintaining your feet in the best working condition. She details walking shoe/hiking boot selection tips, insert/orthotic benefits, injury prevention, and ways to address common foot maladies and deformities. Janet Simon, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, MEd, is executive director of the New Mexico Podiatric Medical Association and is a board-certified podiatric physician in Albuquerque with New Mexico Foot & Ankle Institute. She has more than 30 years of experience in clinical practice and serves as senior advisor to the Public Health Committees of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Public Health Association. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-27-2024 to 06-27-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Neil Farber, NASA/JPL Solar System AmbassadorTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisUntil recently, Venus, the twin and nearest planet to Earth, was a complete mystery due to a very dense cloud layer. In recent years, however, orbiter probes and one lander have given up Venus’ secrets. This talk will explore what we have learned over time, and what NASA plans in further exploration of the... read moreUntil recently, Venus, the twin and nearest planet to Earth, was a complete mystery due to a very dense cloud layer. In recent years, however, orbiter probes and one lander have given up Venus’ secrets. This talk will explore what we have learned over time, and what NASA plans in further exploration of the planet.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-27-2024 to 06-27-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 01:00 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: John GuentherTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisJoin John C. Guenther, FAIA, LEED AP, John C. Guenther Architect LLC. Named for its designer and builder, James Buchanan Eads, work on the Eads Bridge began in 1867. Even during construction, the New York Times called it "The World's Eighth Wonder.” Completed in 1874, the Eads Bridge was the first bridge across the Mississippi south of the Missouri River... read moreJoin John C. Guenther, FAIA, LEED AP, John C. Guenther Architect LLC. Named for its designer and builder, James Buchanan Eads, work on the Eads Bridge began in 1867. Even during construction, the New York Times called it "The World's Eighth Wonder.” Completed in 1874, the Eads Bridge was the first bridge across the Mississippi south of the Missouri River and is the oldest bridge on the Mississippi River. The 6,442-foot-long Eads Bridge is an engineering marvel and aesthetic triumph. It was the first large-scale use of steel as a structural material. The triple span, tubular steel arch construction – with the longest arch span of 520 feet – are supported by two shore abutments and two mid-river piers, whose foundations were the deepest underwater constructions at the time, reaching more than 100 feet below water level. Construction techniques featured an inventive cantilevered rigging system supported by the stone piers to erect the steel arches. Attendees will leave with a greater appreciation of this much-loved landmark of St. Louis and its designer, James Buchanan Eads. -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-28-2024 to 06-28-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 10:00 AM-11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Bonnie VegaTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisExplore the origins of the New Testament, penned between 50 and 95 AD, and unravel the selection process that determined which gospels made it into the canon during the early centuries of Christianity. Additionally, delve into the diverse translations that emerged after the Protestant Reformation, shedding light on the evolving landscape of religious texts.... read moreExplore the origins of the New Testament, penned between 50 and 95 AD, and unravel the selection process that determined which gospels made it into the canon during the early centuries of Christianity. Additionally, delve into the diverse translations that emerged after the Protestant Reformation, shedding light on the evolving landscape of religious texts. Join us in this insightful program as we navigate through the historical journey of biblical literature and its transformative impact on religious traditions.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-28-2024 to 06-28-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Aaron McMullinTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisIt is no surprise that Laura Smith Haviland was inducted into the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum in 2018. Everywhere she went, she dedicated her life to racial equity. From co-founding Michigan's first racially integrated school to traveling to the South to aid escaped slaves, the question is, "What didn't Laura Smith Haviland do?" She was so... read moreIt is no surprise that Laura Smith Haviland was inducted into the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum in 2018. Everywhere she went, she dedicated her life to racial equity. From co-founding Michigan's first racially integrated school to traveling to the South to aid escaped slaves, the question is, "What didn't Laura Smith Haviland do?" She was so bold that a family of enslavers from Tennessee harassed her for 15 years and placed a bounty of $3,000 on her head. That's the equivalent of over $110,000 in 2024! Laura Smith Haviland is one of about 50 women featured in the Legacy Quilt Project, a project organized by artist and activist Aaron McMullin. Join Aaron for an engaging presentation about Haviland's life and legacy.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-28-2024 to 06-28-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 12:00 PM-01:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Fred Bercovitch, BA, MS, and PhD Biological AnthropologyTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisCharles Darwin spent five years on Her Majesty’s ship The Beagle, but only five weeks on the Galapagos Islands, a pivotal location in his development of ideas. Learn how Darwin’s expedition provided the foundation for his theory of natural... read moreCharles Darwin spent five years on Her Majesty’s ship The Beagle, but only five weeks on the Galapagos Islands, a pivotal location in his development of ideas. Learn how Darwin’s expedition provided the foundation for his theory of natural selection. -
Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 07-01-2024 to 07-08-2024Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Central TimeInstructor: David WoodruffTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Rochester OasisNine Days Queen. In the history of England, every text will tell you about Henry VIII’s son Edward VI, who was followed up by Queen Mary. Who gave her throne to Elizabeth I. But England had another queen, their first. A woman the English tried to sweep under the rug. She signed her name: Jane the Queen. But she only lasted nine days. Her story may be the... read moreNine Days Queen. In the history of England, every text will tell you about Henry VIII’s son Edward VI, who was followed up by Queen Mary. Who gave her throne to Elizabeth I. But England had another queen, their first. A woman the English tried to sweep under the rug. She signed her name: Jane the Queen. But she only lasted nine days. Her story may be the ultimate tale of palace intrigue. Pitting noble house against noble house in a tale that features greed and religious struggles that would rival any party politics going on today.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-02-2024 to 07-02-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 09:30 AM-11:00 AM Central TimeInstructor: Richard Bell, Professor of History, University of MarylandTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Washington Metro OasisWhen Tom Paine, the author of Common Sense, died in June 1809 only a dozen people came to his funeral. This program examines Paine’s meteoric rise to celebrity status during the American Revolution and his equally dramatic fall from grace in the decades afterwards. Once lionized as our most relatable and revolutionary founding father, Tom Paine died a... read moreWhen Tom Paine, the author of Common Sense, died in June 1809 only a dozen people came to his funeral. This program examines Paine’s meteoric rise to celebrity status during the American Revolution and his equally dramatic fall from grace in the decades afterwards. Once lionized as our most relatable and revolutionary founding father, Tom Paine died a pariah, too radical and uncompromising for the cautious new country he had called into being.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-02-2024 to 07-02-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Erin DavisTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisTake a groovy trip back in time to the 1960s! We’ll talk about toys, TV, movies, music, cars, fashion, sports, and more. Join us as we reminisce about the lighter side of the ‘60 while discovering cool St. Louis County Library resources you can access at... read moreTake a groovy trip back in time to the 1960s! We’ll talk about toys, TV, movies, music, cars, fashion, sports, and more. Join us as we reminisce about the lighter side of the ‘60 while discovering cool St. Louis County Library resources you can access at home.
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Sessions: 4Class Date(s): 07-02-2024 to 07-30-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 12:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Jennifer CaseTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Rochester OasisIn this class we'll use brainstorming techniques, writing prompts, and discussions of literature to help you get your own story on the page. The focus will be on generating short pieces of writing that you can share with other participants in a supportive workshop environment. The activities are generally applicable to both fiction and nonfiction writing,... read moreIn this class we'll use brainstorming techniques, writing prompts, and discussions of literature to help you get your own story on the page. The focus will be on generating short pieces of writing that you can share with other participants in a supportive workshop environment. The activities are generally applicable to both fiction and nonfiction writing, and all levels of experience are welcome.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-02-2024 to 07-02-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Allen SchwabTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisIs Melville's novel just a very long 19th Century story about the failed vengeance for his maiming of a whaling captain? Or is it also much more, a riveting cultural adventure with powerful issues and questions for 21st Century readers, especially for Americans? We'll explore both points of view as we examine details of Melville's masterpiece, its... read moreIs Melville's novel just a very long 19th Century story about the failed vengeance for his maiming of a whaling captain? Or is it also much more, a riveting cultural adventure with powerful issues and questions for 21st Century readers, especially for Americans? We'll explore both points of view as we examine details of Melville's masterpiece, its contemporary commercial failure and soaring current fame.
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Sessions: 12Class Date(s): 07-08-2024 to 08-14-2024Day(s) of the week: Monday, WednesdayTime: 09:15 AM-10:00 AM Central TimeInstructor: Sharon KirschTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisStay active so you can do the things you want to do! ExerStart is a low-intensity exercise class for you to add more activity to your life. You will exercise using a resistance band while standing or... read moreStay active so you can do the things you want to do! ExerStart is a low-intensity exercise class for you to add more activity to your life. You will exercise using a resistance band while standing or sitting.