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March 14 – March 14 Thursday1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Sessions: 1Instructor: Jim DuncanLocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisThe Spanish Entrada, which refers to the Spanish exploration and colonization of North America, had a significant and lasting impact on the region—this period of exploration and conquest, which began in the late 15th century and continued into the 17th century, had profound consequences for the indigenous peoples, the environment, and the future... read moreThe Spanish Entrada, which refers to the Spanish exploration and colonization of North America, had a significant and lasting impact on the region—this period of exploration and conquest, which began in the late 15th century and continued into the 17th century, had profound consequences for the indigenous peoples, the environment, and the future development of the continent. Join instructor Jim Duncan, M.A., to learn about what happened to the dynamic “Temple Mound” builders. We will discuss how early Spanish “slaving expeditions” affected the large towns that pioneered several forms of intense agriculture, including “water gardening.” We will discuss the impact of these early Spanish explorers and “slavers” (who enslaved American Indians), which had an immense effect on the indigenous societies. -
March 15 – March 15 Friday11:00 am – 12:00 pm Sessions: 1Instructor: Linda KusmerLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisWe’ve all heard the sayings equating clutter in the house to clutter in the mind. It’s true clutter causes mental and physical stress, and stress immobilizes creativity, clarity, memory, and health. If you have ‘stuff’ you haven’t seen or used within the last two years, it is time to declutter! We’ll discuss alternative options to throwing... read moreWe’ve all heard the sayings equating clutter in the house to clutter in the mind. It’s true clutter causes mental and physical stress, and stress immobilizes creativity, clarity, memory, and health. If you have ‘stuff’ you haven’t seen or used within the last two years, it is time to declutter! We’ll discuss alternative options to throwing things in the trash only to fill landfills. Clutter isn’t always junk—perhaps you have something that could earn you money by selling or bringing you joy by giving it away to others. Join us to lighten up your life by decluttering!
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March 15 – March 15 Friday1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Sessions: 1Instructor: Jim TudorLocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisJoin instructor Jim Tudor, Film Studies Instructor for Webster University, Film Critic for ZekeFilm, ScreenAnarchy, and professional Filmmaker for cataloging and tribute to the funniest women in movie history. In front and behind the camera, the notable women of film comedy have left their indelible marks. In this session, with plenty of great film clips,... read moreJoin instructor Jim Tudor, Film Studies Instructor for Webster University, Film Critic for ZekeFilm, ScreenAnarchy, and professional Filmmaker for cataloging and tribute to the funniest women in movie history. In front and behind the camera, the notable women of film comedy have left their indelible marks. In this session, with plenty of great film clips, we’ll look back on some of cinema’s most enduring funny ladies. From legendary actresses Doris Day and Marilyn Monroe to filmmakers such as Nora Ephron (You’ve Got Mail), the women of comedy have always kept us laughing. Join us for this venture into the comedy feminine side!
March 15 – March 15 Friday1:00 pm
– 2:00 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: Nick SaccoLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisSt. Louis was one of the largest cities in the United States during Ulysses S. Grant's presidency. In 1876, the Missouri State Legislature passed an act that allowed for the separation of St. Louis City and St. Louis County. This act paved the way for the formal division, and voters in both the city and county approved the split in August of that year. ... read more
St. Louis was one of the largest cities in the United States during Ulysses S. Grant's presidency. In 1876, the Missouri State Legislature passed an act that allowed for the separation of St. Louis City and St. Louis County. This act paved the way for the formal division, and voters in both the city and county approved the split in August of that year. The St. Louis City-County split of 1876, often referred to as "The Great Divorce," was a significant event in the history of St. Louis, Missouri, and the surrounding area. It marked the separation of St. Louis City from St. Louis County, turning them into distinct and separate jurisdictions. This division has had lasting implications for the region's governance, development, and demographics and, to this day, remains a significant historical event in the region's history, reflecting the complex relationships between urban and suburban areas, as well as the enduring impact of political and economic decisions on the development of cities and counties across the United States. In this presentation, Historian/Curator Nick Sacco from Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site will examine the causes, context, and consequences of the St. Louis City-County split.
March 15 – March 15 Friday1:00 pm
– 2:00 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: Nick SaccoLocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisSt. Louis was one of the largest cities in the United States during Ulysses S. Grant's presidency. In 1876, the Missouri State Legislature passed an act that allowed for the separation of St. Louis City and St. Louis County. This act paved the way for the formal division, and voters in both the city and county approved the split in August of that year. ... read more
St. Louis was one of the largest cities in the United States during Ulysses S. Grant's presidency. In 1876, the Missouri State Legislature passed an act that allowed for the separation of St. Louis City and St. Louis County. This act paved the way for the formal division, and voters in both the city and county approved the split in August of that year. The St. Louis City-County split of 1876, often referred to as "The Great Divorce," was a significant event in the history of St. Louis, Missouri, and the surrounding area. It marked the separation of St. Louis City from St. Louis County, turning them into distinct and separate jurisdictions. This division has had lasting implications for the region's governance, development, and demographics and, to this day, remains a significant historical event in the region's history, reflecting the complex relationships between urban and suburban areas, as well as the enduring impact of political and economic decisions on the development of cities and counties across the United States. In this presentation, Historian/Curator Nick Sacco from Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site will examine the causes, context, and consequences of the St. Louis City-County split.
March 15 – March 15 Friday10:00 am
– 11:30 am
Sessions: 1Instructor: Mary SaputoLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisJoin instructor Mary Saputo for a presentation about the life of the stunningly handsome Tyrone Power. This Hollywood heart-throb came from a talented family of actors dating back to the 1800s. Beautiful film clips of some of his most famous films will leave you mesmerized as we follow his life's work from the 1930s, 40s, and... read more
Join instructor Mary Saputo for a presentation about the life of the stunningly handsome Tyrone Power. This Hollywood heart-throb came from a talented family of actors dating back to the 1800s. Beautiful film clips of some of his most famous films will leave you mesmerized as we follow his life's work from the 1930s, 40s, and 50s.
March 21 – March 21 Thursday10:00 am
– 12:00 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: Parks SmithLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisBletchley Park was once the top-secret home of the World War II “Codebreakers”—a term coined about the over 9,000 men and women who worked at the facility intercepting and cracking German war messages. We will discuss the history of Bletchley Park from 1939 to 1946, including stories of the men and women who worked at Bletchley Park. How the German... read more
Bletchley Park was once the top-secret home of the World War II “Codebreakers”—a term coined about the over 9,000 men and women who worked at the facility intercepting and cracking German war messages. We will discuss the history of Bletchley Park from 1939 to 1946, including stories of the men and women who worked at Bletchley Park. How the German messages were captured and decoded during the battle of the Atlantic, breaking the German Enigma and Lorenz codes and leading to the development of the Colossus computer. Join us for this fascinating exploration of the history of the codebreakers.
March 21 – March 21 Thursday10:00 am
– 12:00 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: Jean PonziLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisEcology is the scientific study of the interactions between organisms and their environment. It has a rich history that spans several centuries. Ecology is all about relationships. The foundations of ecology are traced back to pre-19th century ancient civilizations, where people observed and interacted with their natural surroundings. However, these early... read more
Ecology is the scientific study of the interactions between organisms and their environment. It has a rich history that spans several centuries. Ecology is all about relationships. The foundations of ecology are traced back to pre-19th century ancient civilizations, where people observed and interacted with their natural surroundings. However, these early observations were often intertwined with mythology and folklore. How did recent science evolve after generations of understanding life from specimen collections? How can we benefit from eco-logically relating to so many varieties of fellow Earthlings? Environmental sustainability and the study of human-environment interactions have become critical areas of research in ecology. Join presenter and Green Resources Manager for Missouri Botanical Garden, Jean Ponzi, as she shares her perspectives as an expert with a 30+ year career in Missouri Botanical Garden's EarthWays Center—the Garden's sustainability division.
March 22 – March 22 Friday11:30 am
– 1:30 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: Martha BogartLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisThis class covers using your iPhone’s camera, setting up shots, and storing and editing your photos. You will also learn how to use Apple Maps and all its... read more
This class covers using your iPhone’s camera, setting up shots, and storing and editing your photos. You will also learn how to use Apple Maps and all its features.
March 26 – March 26 Tuesday10:00 am
– 11:30 am
Sessions: 1Instructor: Miriam DiamondLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisDo you watch "Whose Line is it Anyway" and wish you could partake in the fun? Do you enjoy engaging in story-telling, being playful and collaborating with others? Would you like to step out of your own skin and become something else for a few minutes? Join Dr. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond virtually for a morning of impromptu imagination games in which there... read more
Do you watch "Whose Line is it Anyway" and wish you could partake in the fun? Do you enjoy engaging in story-telling, being playful and collaborating with others? Would you like to step out of your own skin and become something else for a few minutes? Join Dr. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond virtually for a morning of impromptu imagination games in which there is no right or wrong and everyone is a winner. No experience or talent necessary - just a willingness to jump in and have a good time.
March 26 – March 26 Tuesday10:30 am
– 11:30 am
Sessions: 1Instructor: Johnny RabbitLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisWe promise a good time livin' in the past as we learn about our city. Join your 'host with the most' KMOX's Johnny Rabbitt to explore the places, people, tales, and oddities of St. Louis' history. Rabbitt will share his collection of historic photos and the stories behind them. See a near-life-size replica of one of the twelve wonders of the ancient world.... read more
We promise a good time livin' in the past as we learn about our city. Join your 'host with the most' KMOX's Johnny Rabbitt to explore the places, people, tales, and oddities of St. Louis' history. Rabbitt will share his collection of historic photos and the stories behind them. See a near-life-size replica of one of the twelve wonders of the ancient world. Hear riverboat stories about Mark Twain and John Streckfus. Do you know where the oldest continually operating library west of the Mississippi is located?...(hint: it's in St. Louis County). Learn the origins of the "Weatherbird" cartoon. Where will you find a statue of David R. Francis or Chuck Berry? It'll be a happy hour!
March 26 – March 26 Tuesday12:00 pm
– 2:00 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: Martha BogartLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisThis class covers making/receiving calls on your phone, setting up a voicemail greeting, retrieving messages and blocking callers. In addition, you will learn how to customize rings, so you can tell who is calling just by the sound of the ring! All facets of texting with the iPhone are covered including sending and receiving photos in text messages and how... read more
This class covers making/receiving calls on your phone, setting up a voicemail greeting, retrieving messages and blocking callers. In addition, you will learn how to customize rings, so you can tell who is calling just by the sound of the ring! All facets of texting with the iPhone are covered including sending and receiving photos in text messages and how to unsend, schedule and report text messages as junk. We will also cover how to set up an auto reply text message while you drive. You will also learn how to set up your iPhone to receive and send emails, how to schedule emails and how you can guard your privacy in the email app. Other topics include how to use the Contacts app, how to set up Emergency contacts and how to use features of FaceTime such as screen sharing and connecting to Android devices.
April 1 – April 1 Monday12:00 pm
– 1:00 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: David MischLocation: Zoom - Oasis NationalRipped from the pages of his award-eligible “Funny: The Book / Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Comedy,” David Misch presents a some-holds-barred survey of absolutely everything funny that’s ever happened, in an hour. (FDA advisory: Some funny things not included.)
Beginning in pre-history with the mythological Trickster, this multimedia... read more
Ripped from the pages of his award-eligible “Funny: The Book / Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Comedy,” David Misch presents a some-holds-barred survey of absolutely everything funny that’s ever happened, in an hour. (FDA advisory: Some funny things not included.)
Beginning in pre-history with the mythological Trickster, this multimedia presentation looks at comedy from Ancient Greece to yesterday morning, from court jesters to Groucho, from Plato & Aristotle to Abbott & Costello. With stops along the way for commedia dell’arte, a French fartist, and how comedy killed Abraham Lincoln, David uses clips and commentary to look at what comedy is, where it comes from and where it’s going (oddly enough, Philadelphia).
April 1 – April 1 Monday1:30 pm
– 3:30 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: Jim SalihLocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisGoogle Photos offers free backup of your mobile phone's pictures! It's automatic and comes with a host of features too. Google Photos' Assistant will even create collages, animations, and albums you will enjoy. And that's only the beginning. This class is a great introduction to these features and will teach you how to install and use the app on your mobile... read more
Google Photos offers free backup of your mobile phone's pictures! It's automatic and comes with a host of features too. Google Photos' Assistant will even create collages, animations, and albums you will enjoy. And that's only the beginning. This class is a great introduction to these features and will teach you how to install and use the app on your mobile device as well as on your desktop or laptop. Google Photos works on both Android and iPhones. Lots of demonstrations will be provided as well as time for questions.
April 1 – May 8 Monday, Wednesday3:30 pm
– 4:30 pm
Sessions: 12Instructor: Craig MillerLocation: 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
Tai 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.
April 2 – April 2 Tuesday10:00 am
– 11:30 am
Sessions: 1Instructor: Mark EtlingLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisJoin instructor Dr. Mark Etling, Ph.D. in Historical Theology for an illuminating discussion on the timeline of events that led to the holiday we call Easter. What does it mean to say Jesus was "raised from the dead?" The event referred to as Easter was critical to the faith of the early Christian movement. Yet, the story's details vary quite a bit in the... read more
Join instructor Dr. Mark Etling, Ph.D. in Historical Theology for an illuminating discussion on the timeline of events that led to the holiday we call Easter. What does it mean to say Jesus was "raised from the dead?" The event referred to as Easter was critical to the faith of the early Christian movement. Yet, the story's details vary quite a bit in the four Gospels. We will take a close look at the Resurrection stories to come to a deeper understanding of Easter.
April 2 – April 2 Tuesday10:00 am
– 11:30 am
Sessions: 1Instructor: Miriam DiamondLocation: Zoom - St. Louis OasisIn Nora and Delia Ephron's play "Love, Loss and What I Wore" characters reminisce about key events in their lives along with the interesting outfits and accessories they wore at the time. What memorable items have you worn, and for what occasions? Join us as Dr. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond provides easy steps to write a short recollection about... read more
In Nora and Delia Ephron's play "Love, Loss and What I Wore" characters reminisce about key events in their lives along with the interesting outfits and accessories they wore at the time. What memorable items have you worn, and for what occasions? Join us as Dr. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond provides easy steps to write a short recollection about a meaningful, wild, or conventional item in your wardrobe. (If you wish, you may share a photo of yourself wearing the item.) Everyone is welcome, regardless of writing skill, experience, or familiarity with the play.
April 2 – May 2 Tuesday, Thursday10:30 am
– 11:30 am
Sessions: 10Instructor: Idaria K GoodwinLocation: 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
Low-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
April 2 – April 2 Tuesday10:30 am
– 12:00 pm
Sessions: 1Instructor: Bonnie VegaLocation: Zoom- St. Louis OasisBuilt on the site of an Etruscan settlement, Florence rose to economic and cultural pre-eminence under the Medici in the 15th and 16th centuries. Florence was built on the site of an Etruscan settlement and the later ancient Roman colony of Florentia (founded in 59 BC). This Tuscan city became a symbol of the Renaissance during the early Medici period... read more
Built on the site of an Etruscan settlement, Florence rose to economic and cultural pre-eminence under the Medici in the 15th and 16th centuries. Florence was built on the site of an Etruscan settlement and the later ancient Roman colony of Florentia (founded in 59 BC). This Tuscan city became a symbol of the Renaissance during the early Medici period (between the 15th and 16th centuries), reaching extraordinary economic and cultural development levels. Florence is materially associated with events of universal importance. It was in the milieu of the Neo-Platonic Academia that the concept of the Renaissance was forged. Florence is the birthplace of modern.
April 2 – May 9 Tuesday, Thurdsday2:00 pm
– 3:00 pm
Sessions: 12Instructor: Cindy BlairLocation: Zoom- Oasis NationalThis full-body workout for your brain and body helps enhance your overall strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. Enjoy brain games, fun dance moves, trivia, and more. Suitable for all levels of... read more
This full-body workout for your brain and body helps enhance your overall strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. Enjoy brain games, fun dance moves, trivia, and more. Suitable for all levels of fitness.