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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-08-2024 to 05-08-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Gloria JenningsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisOnly within the last 70 years has it become socially acceptable for women to wear pants. Until the mid-1960s, the average American woman wouldn’t dare leave her house wearing dungarees. But as early as the mid-1800s, a few pioneering women had started quite literally making strides toward more practical women’s wear. In this class we will discuss the... read moreOnly within the last 70 years has it become socially acceptable for women to wear pants. Until the mid-1960s, the average American woman wouldn’t dare leave her house wearing dungarees. But as early as the mid-1800s, a few pioneering women had started quite literally making strides toward more practical women’s wear. In this class we will discuss the revolution of the suit/pantsuit and the women who wear them.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 05-22-2024 to 05-22-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Duplantier, SallyTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisProper sleep has been linked to a host of health benefits, including better memory, emotional regulation, and a reduced risk of chronic disease. Yet, getting to sleep and staying asleep can be challenging, especially as we age. In this presentation by gerontologist Sally Duplantier, we will explore how sleep changes as we age and why we are more prone to... read moreProper sleep has been linked to a host of health benefits, including better memory, emotional regulation, and a reduced risk of chronic disease. Yet, getting to sleep and staying asleep can be challenging, especially as we age. In this presentation by gerontologist Sally Duplantier, we will explore how sleep changes as we age and why we are more prone to disorders like sleep apnea and frequent waking. We’ll also discuss risk factors for poor sleep and 9 strategies for improving your sleep. Walk away with 1-2 practical steps you can take for a better night’s rest.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-05-2024 to 06-05-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Gloria JenningsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisMany of America’s favorite toys were introduced during the post-World War II era and gained popularity among the baby boom generation. At Christmastime, children asked Santa Claus for things such as a Barbie doll, Etch A Sketch, G.I. Joe or a Tonka Truck. Other popular playthings included Play-Doh, Slinkies and Mr. Potato Head. What fun, and not an app in... read moreMany of America’s favorite toys were introduced during the post-World War II era and gained popularity among the baby boom generation. At Christmastime, children asked Santa Claus for things such as a Barbie doll, Etch A Sketch, G.I. Joe or a Tonka Truck. Other popular playthings included Play-Doh, Slinkies and Mr. Potato Head. What fun, and not an app in sight! Join us as we discuss some interesting facts about some of these classic items.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 06-19-2024 to 06-19-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Russell GainerTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisAn exploration into the concept of what makes some people more adept at negotiating emotions than others. Using a self-test, participants get to explore their own Emotional... read moreAn exploration into the concept of what makes some people more adept at negotiating emotions than others. Using a self-test, participants get to explore their own Emotional Intelligence!
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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 moreThis 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 consideration of independent Ukraine leading to the present.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 09-09-2024 to 09-09-2024Day(s) of the week: MondayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Doris Slay-BarberTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisWant to learn what some of the most common emojis mean, where to find them on your smartphone keyboard, and when to use them. Learn how to create an avatar using Bitmoji and Memoji (iPhone only). GIFs and Memes are also ways to add some color to your communications. We can learn where to find and create those... read moreWant to learn what some of the most common emojis mean, where to find them on your smartphone keyboard, and when to use them. Learn how to create an avatar using Bitmoji and Memoji (iPhone only). GIFs and Memes are also ways to add some color to your communications. We can learn where to find and create those also."
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 09-25-2024 to 09-25-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Duplantier, SallyTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisWhen it comes to healthy aging, maintaining a healthy brain is of the utmost importance for quality of life. While some age-related changes in the brain are normal, diseases like Alzheimer’s, other forms of dementia, or even mild cognitive impairment are not normal. The good news is there are steps you can take in mid-life and later life to reduce the... read moreWhen it comes to healthy aging, maintaining a healthy brain is of the utmost importance for quality of life. While some age-related changes in the brain are normal, diseases like Alzheimer’s, other forms of dementia, or even mild cognitive impairment are not normal. The good news is there are steps you can take in mid-life and later life to reduce the risk of cognitive decline as you age. This presentation explores the relationship between lifestyle choices, such as diet, movement, and sleep, in mitigating or promoting cognitive decline. We will also discuss emerging risk factors such as hearing loss, high blood pressure, and gum disease, which are increasingly linked to dementia. Walk away with a better understanding of how your daily habits reduce your risk of cognitive decline, including 1-2 practical steps you can take right away to keep your brain in optimal condition.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 10-16-2024 to 10-16-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Beverly PradoTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisA small group of stars are known only by their first names : Garbo, Valentino, Madonna, and Cher to name a few, but no one is more well-known than Elvis. From his phenomenal rise in the 1950s, he made hit records, appeared in dozens of movies, and was a constant reminder of the rebellion of his generation. His untimely death in 1977 never diminished his... read moreA small group of stars are known only by their first names : Garbo, Valentino, Madonna, and Cher to name a few, but no one is more well-known than Elvis. From his phenomenal rise in the 1950s, he made hit records, appeared in dozens of movies, and was a constant reminder of the rebellion of his generation. His untimely death in 1977 never diminished his popularity. Come and enjoy a program about his life and career with musical and film clips.
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 11-06-2024 to 11-06-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 01:00 PM-02:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Don LucasTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Antonio OasisPsychological science has revealed 10 factors associated with happy people. There are also things people often think are associated with being happy but are in-fact not. We will discuss this, and an emotion beyond happiness, in this class about the science of... read morePsychological science has revealed 10 factors associated with happy people. There are also things people often think are associated with being happy but are in-fact not. We will discuss this, and an emotion beyond happiness, in this class about the science of happiness.
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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 moreThis 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 the holiday and the ways in which they modified and built upon the older traditions