minimum of lecture time. The goal is to enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the game while building a foundation which will serve you as you progress as a player. Among the subjects we will cover are: declarer and defensive play, competitive bidding and essential conventions including Stayman, Transfers, Weak-Two Bids, Take-out Doubles, and Blackwood. Upon completion, you will have the tools to be a competitive social player and the confidence to play duplicate bridge at your local club. John Clancy is an accredited bridge teacher with over 25 years of experience and a Gold Life Master. Karen Clancy, a Bronze Life Master, will assist. PAH836 Greeting Cards For Any Occasion Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005) Unleash your creativity and design beautiful, handcrafted cards for every special moment! In this fun, hands- on class, you’ll learn techniques for layering, stamping, and embellishing to create personalized cards for Birthday, Thinking of You, Thank You, Sympathy Cards, Special Celebrations, and more. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, you’ll discover easy ways to express your creativity while adding your own unique touch to each design. All materials are provided—just bring your imagination and enthusiasm! Leave class with a collection of ready- to-give cards and the skills to continue crafting heartfelt greetings all year long. Materials fee of $45 is due to the instructor at the first class. Kimberly Hellams has been a mixed media artist, instructor and paper crafter for over 30 years. She shares her art on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. Shaun Hellams will assist with this course. LAN513 Let's Speak Italian Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Huff (HC105) Italians welcome visitors to their country with an open heart. Speak a little of their language, and that welcome becomes even more enthusiastic. This course will introduce you to the Italian language and culture and give you a basic knowledge of
premium considerations, estate and legacy planning, and practical ways to make your investments and charitable giving more tax-efficient. The focus is on proactive planning so you can maximize wealth in retirement and beyond. Justin Chastain began his financial career after earning a degree from Furman University. He has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ , Chartered Financial Consultant ® (ChFC ® ), and Certified Retirement Counselor ® (CRC ® ) designations. HIS428 Learn, Forrest, Learn Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110) "My momma said this OLLI course was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get." Forrest Gump would like this course – eight sessions on varying topics related to America 250. However, you won’t know what you’re gonna get until you arrive in the classroom. You might find something that you have been waiting all your life to learn. Sally Bornmueller is the coordinator of this course. This course will be taught by a variety of OLLI instructors on a variety of subjects, each to be revealed on the day of each session. HIS440 Last Week's News Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, President's Conference (HC103) If you are a news junkie and enjoy discussing issues of the day with diverse thinkers, this class is for you. We will examine news articles from various perspectives as a foundation for small group discussions. If you are a person who does not want to hear an opposing point of view, you will not have a good time in this class. Discussion will be facilitated through questions with a goal to have thoughtful, respectful, open class participation. Maggie Manning holds a B.S. in Industrial and Labor Relations and an M.A. in Organizational Development. She has been a member of OLLI since 2006 and an instructor since 2018. Betsy Forbush will assist with this course.
HIS439 Who are These People? Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111) Explore Statutory Hall in the US Capitol! We will cover each submission given from every state, their contributions, and why they are honored in such a fashion. Each state has two submissions, ranging from Sam Adams to Johnny Cash. This course will cover the biographies of 101 people and their cultural, scientific, civil, or other contributions made in their time! Donald Little served in the United States Marine Corps and United States Army from 1991-2015. After retirement from the military, Don instructed Georgia Studies in Cobb County, Georgia, at Daniell Middle School. LIT619 Write Life Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell, HC004 Write Life - in 300 words or less. These short snapshot scenes from moments in time can stand alone or be part of a larger story, whether fiction or nonfiction. Through in- class exercises that model great lines from other artists and weekly submissions generated by focused prompts, participants will have an opportunity to demonstrate their own “write tight” skills. Similar in format to previous classes—different emphases, examples, and exercises. However, there will likely be few repeated favorites because, as Groucho Marx said, “If you’ve heard this story before, don’t interrupt me. I’d like to hear it again.” Marcia Moston has published two books and contributed to several magazines, newspapers. and anthologies. She is an award-winning author who loves to help others write their stories. PAH832 Advanced Beginners Bridge Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113) This class is for individuals who have completed a beginner course and want to continue their bridge education, and for social players wishing to improve their game. We will emphasize hands-on learning through active student participation, with a
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