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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-11-2024 to 06-11-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 10:00 AM-11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Kathy WalshTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisAudubon, synonymous with American bird paintings, established the standard for avian artistry. As an adventurous explorer, he boldly hunted, captured, and painted a comprehensive collection of birds that represented the entire continent. Audubon's encounters with royalty and presidents solidified his place in history, leaving behind a rich artistic legacy.... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-12-2024 to 06-12-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Julie NicolaiTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisEnroll in a session led by Julie Nicolai, esteemed author of Enslavement & the Underground Railroad in Missouri and Illinois, and local historian with a BA and MA from Washington University in St. Louis. Drawing from her article featured in the Missouri Historical Society's Gateway Magazine, this class delves into the topic of enslavement in St. Louis.... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-13-2024 to 06-13-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 10:30 AM-12:15 PM Central TimeInstructor: Carol Diaz GranadosTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisEmbark on a journey with Carol Diaz-Granados, PhD, as we delve into the origins of "Art." How far can we trace the roots of artistic expression? Uncover the mysteries of the most ancient forms of art and explore the reasons behind the creation of symbols. This session will take you on an insightful exploration of artistic expressions, spanning from the... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-13-2024 to 06-13-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Bev SchuetzTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisEmbark on a captivating journey with Bev Schuetz as she unveils a collection of amazing stories including the world's strangest romance, the hysterical narratives of baseball's funniest man, the greatest art hoax, and the sad tale of reclusive wealthy brothers. This presentation promises an eclectic blend of fascinating and unforgettable stories that will... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-14-2024 to 06-14-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Central TimeInstructor: Nick SaccoTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisEnroll in a session with Nick Sacco, who holds a Master's Degree in History from Indiana University, Purdue University, Indianapolis. Although Ulysses S. Grant resided in St. Louis for only five years, his connection to the city spanned forty years. St. Louis held a special place as a home for Grant and his family. In this introductory presentation, explore... read more
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Sessions: 2Class Date(s): 06-17-2024 to 06-24-2024Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Central TimeInstructor: David WoodruffTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Rochester OasisWar Crimes Before the Hague. If you rob a bank and get caught in almost every country, you go to jail—if they don’t shoot you. But what if the government of one country sets out to rob all the banks of an entire continent—and commit thousands of other crimes as well? Before WWII, they sent you to Elba. But German and Japanese leaders raised the stakes... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-18-2024 to 06-18-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 01:00 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Lucy Schmitz MorrosTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisAlexis de Tocqueville, a young French aristocrat (1805-59), came to America in 1831 driven by a desire to witness the workings of a great republic. Having observed France's struggle to maintain democracy following the upheavals of the French Revolution and Napoleon, Tocqueville was profoundly struck by the vibrancy of American democracy. His keen insights... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-20-2024 to 06-20-2024Day(s) of the week: ThursdayTime: 02:00 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Elizabeth EikmannTerm: OELocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisIf you can believe it, St. Louis was once a photography capital of the world. The city attracted all kinds of innovative photographers, manufacturers and dealers, and inventors in the nineteenth century. This presentation explores the early history of photography in St. Louis, introducing participants to the people, places, and technology behind the... read more
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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 more
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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 more
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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 more
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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 more
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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 more
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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 more
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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 more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-15-2024 to 07-15-2024Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Patricia Maclay, Board Member, The American Friends of LafayetteTerm: OELocation: Zoom - Washington Metro OasisIn August 1824, the Marquis de Lafayette, a Frenchman and the last surviving major general of the American Revolution, triumphantly returned to the country he loved. Over the next year, Lafayette covered over 6000 miles by carriage, stagecoach, canal barge, and steamboat, traveling to all 24 exiting states and “Washington City.” This presentation will... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 07-30-2024 to 07-30-2024Day(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 OasisThe Transatlantic Slave Trade was the largest forced migration in human history. In all, more than 12 million African men, women, and children were kidnapped, enslaved and made to board European ships destined for the New World. However, this talk turns this history inside out, examining the huge varieties of African resistance to this 400-year-long... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 08-14-2024 to 08-14-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Gloria JenningsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisWhat makes idioms different from other common phrases is that usually, you cannot understand the given expression by its literal meaning. For example, imagine you're learning a new language and hear someone saying 'it's raining cats or dogs, or tells you to 'break a leg,' this would be very confusing! And on top of it all, even if you ask a native speaker... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 08-21-2024 to 08-21-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Michael Cude, Ph.D., Schreiner UniversityTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisThis course will contextualize current events in Ukraine through an overview of its history. The class will illustrate how this “borderlands” of Eastern Europe evolved from the powerful medieval kingdom of Kievan Rus to a region divided by neighboring powers. After overviewing its experience as part of the Soviet Union, the class will conclude with a... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 12-11-2024 to 12-11-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Michael Cude, Ph.D., Schreiner UniversityTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisThis course will examine the history of Christmas traditions in the United States. The course will consider how medieval Christians established traditions for celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and the process adopted elements from pre-Christian Roman and Germanic holidays to help spread the faith. It will then examine how modern Americans adopted... read more