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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-23-2023 to 06-23-2023Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Bev SchuetzTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisFamous Feuds and... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-23-2023 to 06-23-2023Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 05:00 PM-06:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisSpanish music has its own passion and flair that is magically infectious. This hour is a celebration of Spanish melodies, from the Renaissance, Baroque and Romantic Eras to the fire of the street and tavern. I’ll include gorgeous and thoughtful music from the classical guitar and the passion and magic of flamingo. This hour is a musical mosaic from Spain... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-26-2023 to 06-26-2023Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 01:30 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Allen SchwabTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisLike memories wakened by the taste and aroma of long forgotten food or drink, the popular songs of our youth and young adulthood may carry special associations for many of us. We'll listen together to excerpts of vocal music which illuminate changing aspects of American romantic relationships from The Civil War to the teenage years of post-World War II Baby... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-26-2023 to 06-26-2023Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 02:00 PM-03:00 PM - Central TimeInstructor: Nina Kraus, Professor of NeurobiologyTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Washington Metro OasisMaking sense of sound is one of the hardest jobs we ask our brains to do. Dr. Nina Kraus, Northwestern University professor, and author of recently published, Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World examines the partnership of sound and brain, demonstrating that the processing of sound drives many of the brain’s core functions and... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-27-2023 to 06-27-2023Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 10:30 AM-12:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Julie NicolaiTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis Oasis... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-27-2023 to 06-27-2023Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 12:00 PM-01:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Richard BellTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Washington Metro OasisBetween 1779 and 1782, Spanish rangers from Texas herded 10,000 cows over 500 miles to Louisiana to help feed Spanish soldiers fighting the British in the American Revolutionary War. Spain had joined the war on the patriots’ side in 1779 and would spend the next four years contributing a deluge of fresh soldiers, sailors, ships, and cows to the war... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-28-2023 to 06-28-2023Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 12:00 PM-01:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Judy Scott Feldman, Ph.D., Art Historian/National Mall CoalitionTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Washington Metro OasisIn 1792, President George Washington announced America’s first official architectural design competition – for the future U.S. Capitol Building. He rejected a series of uninspired and even bizarre proposed designs before enthusiastically embracing William Thornton’s distinctive submission. That competition effectively established an official... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-29-2023 to 06-29-2023Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Craig StimsonTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisWhat is the musical style known as the blues? Where did it come from and who were the early players? During this class we will explore the world of the blues, including its origins, artists and certainly a few savory musical tastes to accompany the... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-29-2023 to 06-29-2023Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 01:30 PM-02:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Marcie HandlerTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisIn this class we will explore the beginnings of chocolate and it's spread across the globe. We will look at its uses and inventions in the past. Finally we will delve into innovations that will ensure a long... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-30-2023 to 06-30-2023Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Gwenyth Mapes, Professor of HumanitiesTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisSometimes known as a Surrealist painter, Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) is probably Mexico’s best known artist, known for her vibrant colors, unflinching self portraiture, and her celebration of the indigenous culture. We will look at her life and some of her... read more
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Sessions: 9Class Date(s): 07-03-2023 to 08-28-2023Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Oasis FacilitatorTerm: 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 more
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Sessions: 18Class Date(s): 07-03-2023 to 08-30-2023Day(s) of the week: Monday, WednesdayTime: 03:30 PM-04:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Craig MillerTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Oasis NationalTai 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 more
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Sessions: 9Class Date(s): 07-05-2023 to 08-30-2023Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Central TimeInstructor: Penny MoskusTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisThis program is designed with exercises to increase your functional mobility, ease of movement in day-to-day life, and to create a general sense of well-being in your body. Elements of gentle yoga, tai chi, gentle therapeutic exercise and short meditation are incorporated into the class. Using a chair, participants are encouraged to use a sitting or... read more
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Sessions: 5Class Date(s): 07-05-2023 to 08-09-2023No Class: 2023-07-26Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 12:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Jennifer CaseTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Rochester OasisWriting is a great way to process the world around you. It allows you an opportunity to reflect on your experiences and to make meaning from them. Join this friendly workshop setting where you'll read and discuss short pieces of literature, respond to writing prompts, and have the chance to share your work with other members of the group. All levels of... read more
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Sessions: 9Class Date(s): 07-06-2023 to 08-31-2023Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 11:45 AM-12:45 PM Central TimeInstructor: Cindy FernandezTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisThese gentle yoga postures are designed to relieve pain and improve balance. This class is perfect for beginners and those who would prefer not to sit on the floor. This class will be in presentation mode; you will be able to see and hear the instructor, but all participants will not be able to see or hear one... read more
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Sessions: 17Class Date(s): 07-06-2023 to 08-31-2023Day(s) of the week: Tuesday, ThursdayTime: 02:00 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Cindy BlairTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Oasis NationalThis full-body workout helps you create and achieve your weekly fitness goals. Suitable for all levels of fitness, this class helps enhance your overall strength, flexibility and endurance to help you engage more fully in all your daily activities. Enjoy fun dance moves, health trivia, and... read more
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Sessions: 17Class Date(s): 07-06-2023 to 08-31-2023Day(s) of the week: Tuesday, ThursdayTime: 03:30 PM-04:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Craig MillerTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Oasis NationalTai 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 more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-07-2023 to 07-07-2023Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Evann MeyerTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisPark Guide Evann Meyer will discuss archaeological explorations performed by the National Park Service at Ulysses S. Grant's St. Louis home White Haven, including artifacts unearthed in areas of the property thought to be occupied by enslaved people. Evan will discuss the background of slavery at White Haven, Grant's relationship with slavery and what these... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-07-2023 to 07-07-2023Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 11:00 AM-01:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Martha BogartTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisWe all know that as users of technology devices and websites, we are vulnerable to data hacks, scammers, and prolific advertising. Sometimes ads and emails come in so targeted to our personal lives we think someone has read our mind. While there is no way to perfectly guard our privacy and personal data, we CAN do things that tighten our security. This... read more
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Sessions: 14Class Date(s): 07-10-2023 to 08-23-2023Day(s) of the week: 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 more