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Summer 2018
Summer Semester Membership ONLY $20
(May 2018 - August 2018)
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Indiana State University
Phone: 812-237-2345 Web Site: www.OlliTerreHaute.com E-mail: olli@indstate.edu
What is OLLI at ISU?
Mission Statement
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is a forum for adults of all academic and
economic backgrounds to learn about a wide variety of subjects they find interesting
and engaging.
The Purpose of OLLI at ISU
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Indiana State University (OLLI at ISU)
is a membership program open to all adults but geared towards individuals age
50 and older, regardless of academic background, and is a program of Indiana
State University. At its center are learning programs designed by its members and
tailored to suit their interests. These programs (lectures, courses, and special events)
are offered without concern for grades, credits, or prerequisites. Indeed, the only
requirement for membership in the Institute is a desire to learn.
The Institute emphasizes collaborative leadership and active member participation.
The primary responsibilities for programs are assumed by Institute members, all of
whom volunteer their time. However, it is only because of the substantial support
of the Bernard Osher Foundation and Indiana State University that the Institute can
offer these unique learning opportunities to residents of the Wabash Valley.
OLLI Steering Committee 2017-2018
Brenda Christianson 2018 Don Layton 2018 Christine Schellenberg 2019
Karen Goehl 2019 Bruce McLaren 2020 Sally Whitehurst 2018
Brenda Green 2020 Tom Reck 2019 Eileen Whalen 2020
Patrick Harkins 2018 Tom Sauer 2020 Annie Whitman 2019
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Members’ Views of OLLI
I enjoy the intellectual stimulation of the programs I attend. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed all of the programs I’ve participated
I have had some experiences of refreshing my knowledge of in...what a wonderful variety of topics have been explored.
some subjects, and I have encountered entirely new areas. Most recently I’ve looked forward each week to “International
The opportunity to enjoy cultural events and interesting Perspectives,” where we gained insights into the homes,
cuisine has been most enjoyable as well. A recent highlight families, daily lives, and religions of students from India,
for me was the presentation on Shakespeare’s first folio by Finland, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia. We were also able to
Prof. Tom Sauer, and I look forward to his presentation in gain an understanding of how cultural differences here in the
April on Shakespeare Now and Then. Another important and United States have impacted the students’ experiences here.
most entertaining series was that by Prof. Patrick Harkins on These sessions were very enlightening! I hope that this class
poets of the WWI era. On the magic carpet of OLLI I have with students from other countries will be offered again soon!
visited Ancient Egypt, Germany in the Middle Ages, unique - Jan Jerry
homes and architecture of Terre Haute. Finally, leaving the
driving to someone else for a trip to Bloomington for a great We enjoy participating in OLLI because it is an opportunity
performance at the IU Opera and a tasty meal is a special to take part in different activities. Through Olli we have
bonus for me in OLLI membership. been able to meet new people. We have learned that you are
- Gene England never too old to learn. We have especially enjoyed being able
to audit classes. Doing this has enabled us to share our life
It is very easy for me to name a valuable OLLI program.... experiences with the younger generation and in turn have been
An International Perspective with Zachariah Mathew is able to learn from them. We also enjoyed the International
unique and inspiring every time it meets. Learning about other Perspective classes. We had the privilege of meeting four
countries and cultures from the students who come here to very bright and informative students. We learned about their
study is positive in so many ways... we each learn from one countries and their lives, both in their country and here in the
another, and how we receive and treat our ‘guests’ leaves a United States. They were all willing to stay after class and talk
lasting impression when these students go back to their home with us.
countries. - Ron & Sandy Gadberry
- Ruth A. Erickson
It has been inspiring to teach OLLI classes. Interested
students, great questions, and a real sense of satisfaction in
facilitating better use of technology. I have learned so much
myself while preparing these sessions for the past two years.
OLLI is fun and invigorating. Learning with OLLI is a
bargain whatever the cost.
- Bruce McLaren
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Benefits of OLLI at ISU Membership
Take Advantage of this Great Offer!!
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Indiana State University (OLLI at ISU) is geared towards
its members, age 50 and older. We offer a wide variety of programs to our members including
Courses, Special Events, and Presentations. As a way to thank our members, we are offering one free
course from the list below to members. To take advantage of this benefit, use the registration form on
pages 45-46 of this guide or call the OLLI at ISU office at 812-237-2345.
Smithsonian American Art Museum: Female Artists
Exploring The Human Condition Through Fiction: Ishmael by Daniel Quinn
Introduction to U.S. Immigration
Water Stress
Beyond Recycling - Sustainability
Writing 101: Get the Ideas out of Your Head and onto the Paper
The Comedy of Nostalgia: The Andy Griffith Show
Ron Howard and the American Dream
Smart Technology A to Z - You Ask, We Answer
Art of War: Hitler and the Holocaust’s Influence on Artistic Creativity
Jane Austen Ahead of Her Time?
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Table of Contents
Courses........................................................................................................................ 9-15
Smithsonian American Art Museum: Female Artists ................................................................................................................9
Exploring The Human Condition Through Fiction: Ishmael by Daniel Quinn .........................................................................9
Introduction to U.S. Immigration ............................................................................................................................................10
Water Stress .............................................................................................................................................................................11
Beyond Recycling - Sustainability ..........................................................................................................................................12
Writing 101: Get the Ideas out of Your Head and onto the Paper ...........................................................................................12
The Comedy of Nostalgia: The Andy Griffith Show ...............................................................................................................13
Ron Howard and the American Dream....................................................................................................................................14
Smart Technology A to Z - You Ask, We Answer ....................................................................................................................14
Art of War: Hitler and the Holocaust’s Influence on Artistic Creativity .................................................................................15
Jane Austen Ahead of Her Time? ............................................................................................................................................15
Community School of the Arts - OLLI Courses........................................................... 16
Breath of Fresh Air: Plein Air Drawing/Painting Workshop ..................................................................................................16
Art Workshop Series: Alcohol Inks ........................................................................................................................................16
Special Events........................................................................................................ ...17-26
Toyota and Azalea Arboretum ................................................................................................................................................17
There’s More to Marshall, Illinois .........................................................................................................................................17
Rose-Hulman Performing Arts: Texas Tenors ........................................................................................................................18
Container Gardening ...............................................................................................................................................................18
Nepalese Luncheon .................................................................................................................................................................19
Wetlands Hike at Dobbs Park .................................................................................................................................................19
Korean Cooking ......................................................................................................................................................................20
Brentlinger Garden Tour ..........................................................................................................................................................20
Start Spreading the News... .....................................................................................................................................................21
Summer Stage:Steel Magnolias ..............................................................................................................................................22
Summer Stage: Hairspray ......................................................................................................................................................22
Summer Stage: War of the Worlds ..........................................................................................................................................23
Fresh Whole Food Luncheon ..................................................................................................................................................23
“Billy, Biltmore & Beautiful Views” .....................................................................................................................................24
Terre Haute Air Show Preview ...............................................................................................................................................25
Bridles, Bits & Bets ...............................................................................................................................................................25
Pre-Register For These Fall Special Events ............................................................................................................................26
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Table of Contents
Wednesday Presentations ....................................................................................... 27-35
From Mastication to Elimination What Screenings Do We Need ...........................................................................................27
Tai Chi .....................................................................................................................................................................................27
My Journey to Everest .............................................................................................................................................................28
Best View of Our World ..........................................................................................................................................................28
First Friday .............................................................................................................................................................................29
Summer Reading for Kids of All Ages ...................................................................................................................................29
Fall Prevention .........................................................................................................................................................................30
Tragedy and Triumph of Widows in Afghanistan: The HEMEFund Project ..........................................................................30
Overview of Terre Haute Air Show .........................................................................................................................................31
Common Blood Disorders .......................................................................................................................................................31
Crows .......................................................................................................................................................................................32
Homeless .................................................................................................................................................................................32
Is America Becoming More Secular? ......................................................................................................................................33
Urology Basics ........................................................................................................................................................................33
The United Way: ALICE Program ..........................................................................................................................................34
First Disgrace, Then Redemption: a Story of Midwestern Soldiers in the Civil War ............................................................34
Lucky Linden, The Ride of My Life ..........................................................................................................................................35
Other Presentations.................................................................................................. 36-37
Farrington Grove Chorale .......................................................................................................................................................36
NOSTOS: In Myth and Poetry ................................................................................................................................................36
A General Understanding of the United States Immigration Process ....................................................................................37
“The Journey that Saved Curious George” ..............................................................................................................................37
OLLI Trip to Egypt 2019............................................................................................38-39
Treasures of Egypt ...................................................................................................................................................................38
Treasures of Egypt Itinerary ....................................................................................................................................................39
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Courses
Smithsonian American Art Exploring The Human
Museum: Female Artists Condition Through Fiction:
With LeeAnn Lawch, Docent at Smithsonian American
Art Museum
Ishmael by Daniel Quinn
With Nick McCreary, Coordinator for ISU Office of
Date: Tuesdays, May 1 & 8, 2018
Sustainability
Time: 3 - 4 PM
Date: Tuesdays, May 15, 22 & 29, 2018
Place: ISU University Hall, Room 008R
Time: 2 - 4 PM
Cost: $10
Place: ISU University Hall, Room 201
Maximum: 25
Cost: $15
The Smithsonian American Art Museum is the nation’s first
In three guided sessions, we will work
collection of American art, home to one of the largest and
through the many topics raised by
most inclusive collections of American art in the world,
Daniel Quinn’s award winning novel,
representing more than 7,000 artists. Now you can visit The
Ishmael. The overarching question of
Smithsonian American Art Museum from the comfort of
this piece of fiction is, why are things the way they are? With
your local classroom by having the class live streamed from
this question in mind, we will have the opportunity to explore
Washington, D.C.
topics including: environmental inquiry, ethics, realism,
economics, anthropocentrism, religion, sociology, ecology,
Come and examine how artwork sometimes reflects the social
and more! It would take a semester to unpack this book
and political influences of American culture by focusing on
completely, so the objective of this course is to use Ishmael
female artists.
as a guide to thinking differently – once we are thinking
differently the class can explore any number of topics that are
of interest.
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Courses
Introduction to U.S. Immigration
With Zachariah Mathew, ISU Associate Director of International Affairs & International Students; Angela
Adams, Owner/Managing Attorney Adams Immigration Law, LLC; Donald Maxwell, ISU Senior Instructor of
History; Christopher Elmore, Attorney at Law
Date: Thursdays, May 17, 24, 31 & June 7, 2018
Time: May 17, 24, 31 from 12 - 2 PM; June 7 from 3 - 5 PM
Place: ISU College of Nursing, Room 109
Cost: $20
The United States experienced major waves of immigration during
the colonial era, the first part of the 19th century and from the 1880’s
to 1920. Many immigrants came to America seeking greater
economic opportunity, while some, such as the Pilgrims in the early
1600’s, arrived in search of religious freedom. Immigration has clearly played an important role in American history, so why is it
so misunderstood and controversial? Join us as we get a better understanding of some of the issues surrounding immigration as
well as a better understand of the history of immigration in the United States.
Zachariah Mathew will share his personal experience of his immigration process to the United States from student visa to
greencard.
Angela Adams will discuss the questions and issues surrounding undocumented immigrants from DACA to deportation.
Donald Maxwell will give us a brief overview of the history of immigration in the United States from first immigration laws
enacted to the shift from states’ passed immigration laws to the Supreme Court declaring regulation of immigration a federal
responsibility.
Christopher Elmore will explain immigration topics from visas, green cards, cost of immigration, the process of how to get into
the country and what it takes to stay. We will also clarify many terms used that are not understood like the green-card lottery.
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Water Stress
With Nick McCreary, Coordinator for ISU Office of Sustainability; Mike Chamber, ISU Professor of Political
Science; and Jeffery Stone, ISU Associate Professor of Environmental Geosciences
Date: Mondays, June 11, 18 & 25, 2018
Time: 2 - 4 PM
Place: ISU College of Nursing, Room 109
Cost: $15
Join us as we look at the issue of water stress from a conservation, political, and
environmental view. Learn what is being done and can be done to conserve water,
as well as the political issues being faced around the world because of water stress.
Lastly we will look at how this has become a problem from a scientific prospective.
Water Conservation with Nick McCreary
Water conservation includes all the policies, strategies and activities to sustainably manage the natural resource of fresh water, to
protect the hydrosphere, and to meet the current and future human demand. Population, household size, growth and affluence all
affect how much water is used. Factors such as climate change have increased pressures on natural water resources especially in
manufacturing and agricultural irrigation. Many US cities have already implemented policies aimed at water conservation, with
much success. Learn what is being done and what you can do to help conserve water for the next generation.
The (International) Politics of Water with Mike Chambers
While many Americans are familiar with the political squabbles over water in the western U.S., there are similar dynamics at
work in other countries where water is a scarce resource. This session will examine conflicts over water in other countries as well
as between other countries, and will draw particularly on examples from Asia.
Water Crisis in U.S. West with Jeffery Stone
Much of the U.S. West’s water supply is under threat as rapidly-warming temperatures melt more snow-pack annually than
is created by precipitation. Each spring, melted snow and ice from the Rocky Mountains recharges up to 80 percent of the
Columbia, Missouri, and Colorado River Basins. Together, these basins form the primary water source for nearly 70 million
people in an area plagued by droughts—including Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake City. The new study, by the
U.S. Geological Survey, appears to confirm a key source of the droughts: Snow-pack has been disappearing over the past several
decades. This session will explore why snow-pack plays such a key role and why it has been changing over the last decade.
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Beyond Recycling - Writing 101: Get the Ideas
Sustainability out of Your Head and onto
With Nick McCreary, Coordinator for ISU Office
of Sustainability & Jennifer Latimer, ISU Associate the Paper
Professor of Earth and Environmental Systems With Leah Singer, Writer and Editor
Date: Thursdays, June 14, 21 & 28, 2018 Date: Tuesdays, June 19 & July 17, 2018
Time: 12 - 2 PM Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Place: ISU University Hall, Room 209A Place: ISU College of Nursing, Room 109
Cost: $15 Cost: $10
Sustainability is one of the hottest words being used Have you always thought about writing, but don’t know how
nowadays, but what does it really mean? This course will to start? Do you have ideas for stories or personal narratives
unpack sustainability as an interdisciplinary field that goes you want to capture on the page? Whether you want to write
beyond recycling. Sustainability is a field of study that personal narratives, record your family history, or write a
considers social-equity, economic growth, and environmental work of fiction, this two-part course will help you take the
protection equally. If you are missing one of these three ideas you’ve been thinking up and put them down on paper.
pillars, then you need to find a new buzzword. We will focus
mainly on the social-equity portion of sustainability in this In the first class, we will talk about how to start the process of
course because it is the least recognized and understood part writing. Students will leave with a focus, tools to help them
of sustainability. Some topics that will be covered are: human write, and an assignment for the next session. In the second
rights as they relate to climate change, environmental justice/ class, participants will have an opportunity to share their
racism, higher education’s role in sustainability, and what you written work in a workshop environment. We will discuss
can actually do to make a difference. writing problems and obstacles, and talk about a plan for
continuing to develop your writing project.
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The Comedy of Nostalgia:
The Andy Griffith Show
With Mike Lunsford, Writer and Columnist
Date: Tuesdays, June 19 & 26, 2018
Time: 2 - 4 PM
Place: ISU University Hall, Room 209A
Cost: $10
Join local columnist and author Mike Lunsford for a relaxed discussion about the 1960’s classic television program, The Andy
Griffith Show. Still popular today, with thousands of “The Andy Griffith Show Re-Run Watchers Clubs” active across the country,
TAGS offers a comforting and humorous window on a simpler America for which many of us still yearn. Richard Kelly, author of
The Andy Griffith Show (John F. Blair, Pub., 1981) refers to the classic show’s warm writing as “The Comedy of Nostalgia.”
Author of six books, a regular column, and monthly features for the Terre Haute Tribune-Star, Lunsford, a now-retired educator,
will discuss the show’s major themes, present several episodes, provide a reading list, and lead discussions about what makes
TAGS so special, even now in such turbulent and noisy times.
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Ron Howard and the Smart Technology A to Z -
American Dream You Ask, We Answer
With Beth Loudermilk, Movie Enthusiast With Bruce McLaren, ISU Emeritus Professor
Date: Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2018 Date: Tuesday & Thursday, July 24 & 26, 2018
Time: 1 - 4 PM Time: 4 - 6 PM
Place: ISU University Hall, Room 102 Place: ISU Federal Hall, Room 222
Cost: $20 Cost: $10
Maximum: 15
Who doesn’t love Ron “Opie” Howard and the American
Dream? You’d be surprised! Even though Howard’s movies Confused about technology? Join us on day one for a question
have grossed almost $3.9 billion at the box office, he is often and answer session based on what you want to know. Before
criticized for his happy endings and nice guy persona. The class starts, a survey will be sent to you asking what questions
concept of the American Dream is taking its lumps, too. An you want answered.
ideal that inspired millions since the Great Depression is
now eyed suspiciously as something reserved for the already Possible topics include:
privileged. Join us for a weird but wonderful examination of What tech do I need?
Ron Howard’s life, career and the portrayal of the American Pictures with your phone
Dream in three of his best movies. Apps
Passwords
July 10 – Defining the American Dream and a retrospective of What is WiFi?
Ron Howard’s life Smart speakers (Alexa)
July 17 – Cinderella Man and the American Dream Misc devices - eg, smart thermostats
July 24 - Apollo 13 and the American Dream
July 31 – Parenthood and the American Dream Day two will be a hands on workshop covering topics from
day one.
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Art of War: Hitler and the Jane Austen Ahead of Her
Holocaust’s Influence on Time?
Artistic Creativity With Michelle Bennett, OLLI at ISU Program
With Amy Guess, Program Coordinator, CANDLES Administrator
Holocaust Museum and Education Center
Date: Tuesdays, August 14, 21 & 28, 2018
Date: Mondays, August 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2018 Time: 2 - 4 PM
Time: 2 - 4 PM Place: ISU University Hall, Room 102
Place: CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center Cost: $15
1532 S. 3rd Street, Terre Haute
Cost: $20 Jane Austen was an English novelist known primarily for
her six major novels, which interpret, critique and comment
This course will examine art during German occupation and upon the British landed gentry at the end of the 18th century.
the Holocaust: from Hitler’s overarching campaign to create Austen’s plots often explore the dependence of women on
the largest art museum in the world, to the Third Reich’s marriage in the pursuit of favorable social standing and
plundering of internationally acclaimed art collections, to the economic security. Her use of biting irony, along with her
censorship of art deemed “degenerate,” to the creative pieces realism and social commentary, have earned her acclaim
that remarkably came out of the darkness of concentration among critics and scholars.
camps, and ultimately to the complicated process of art
Join us as we discuss one of her best known works, Pride and
restitution that began with the Monuments Men and still
Prejudice. We will look at the historical context of the period
continues today. Each class session will focus on a different
to understand the world that Jane lived in as well as wrote
topic regarding how the Holocaust influenced the art world.
about. The second session, we will take a more critical look
Join Amy Guess, Program Coordinator at CANDLES
at the book Pride and Prejudice and discuss whether she was
Holocaust Museum and Education Center and Art History
ahead of her time in her opinions about marriage, women’s
Professor, to examine this lesser-known area of the Holocaust.
rights, and society. The last session, we will watch a movie
Learn about Hitler’s obsession with artistic control and how
titled Bride and Prejudice which is a modern take on the
artists continued to produce works even in the depths of hell
book.
on earth.
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OLLI Courses
Breath of Fresh Air: Art Workshop Series:
Plein Air Drawing/Painting Alcohol Inks
Workshop
Date: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday,
August 13, 14 & 15, 2018
Date: Saturdays, May 19 - June 9, 2018 Time: 10 AM - 2 PM
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM Place: TBA
Place: TBA Cost: $125 (Lunch will be provided)
Cost: $100 Minimum: 5
Minimum: 5 Maximum: 15
Maximum: 15
Discover magic! Join the vibrant, prismatic world of luminous
New to Plein Air Painting? Or just looking to take your Plein alcohol inks. Versatile, inexpensive, and FUN, alcohol inks
air painting to the next level? are one of the newest mediums to hit the art community.
Discover how to experiment with a wide variety of fascinating
In this all-level workshop, our instructor will focus on techniques and tools. Learn how to work on a variety of
fundamentals for drawing and painting outdoors - how to surfaces, including paper, glass, metal, fabric, and plastic,
begin, how to proceed and how to finish. We’ll show you how through step-by-step demos. Perfect for all levels, from the
to capture the moment quickly and effectively but without beginning crafts person to the professional artist.
sacrificing mood and magic. This workshop will include Explore the limits of your artistic ingenuity, and jump-start
demonstrations but also plenty of time for student work plus your creativity with the expansive world of alcohol inks!
group critiques.
Students must provide their own supplies.
Students must provide their own supplies.
For additional courses offered by CSA go to http://unboundedpossibilities.com/community-school-of-the-arts.aspx
or call 812-237-2575
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Toyota and Azalea There’s More to Marshall,
Arboretum Illinois
Date: Thursday, May 3, 2018 Date: Friday, May 4, 2018
Time: 8 AM - 8:30 PM Time: 10 AM - 2 PM
Place: First Financial Bank Conference Center Place: Marshall Illinois Public Library
4353 S 7th St, Terre Haute, Indiana 612 Archer Ave., Marshall, Illinois
Cost: $98 Cost: $25
RSVP by April 19, 2018 RSVP by April 23, 2018
Join us for a lovely Spring day in Southern Indiana. We In 2016 over 150 artists from across the United States as well
will start our day with a tour of the Toyota Visitors Center. as Canada, New Zealand, Scotland, England and Australia
This Visitors Center displays items that are brand new and descended upon Marshall, Illinois leaving behind 16 historic
items that are decades old. We will have a video presentation murals and a custom-glass piece. Join Jennifer Bishop for a
followed by a factory tour aboard a tram that takes us presentation and tour of the murals along with other artwork
throughout the plant. We will then visit the Azalea Path in the community. After the tour we will enjoy lunch at the
Arboretum and Botanical Gardens where we will have a Main Street Supper Club, followed by a look at the Gaslight
delicious catered lunch and then we will tour the Gardens Art Colony and a tour of Harlan Hall.
where we shall see over 2,000 azaleas. There will be time for
shopping in downtown Princeton and at Grace’s before we
complete our day with a family-style dinner at the Log Inn
Restaurant. This trip has something for everyone, don’t miss
this opportunity.
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Rose-Hulman Performing Container Gardening
Arts: Texas Tenors Date: Thursday, May 10, 2018
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Date: Friday, May 4, 2018 Place: ISU Community Sustainability, Community Garden
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 PM 219 North 11th Street, Terre Haute
Place: Rose-Hulman Hatfield Hall Cost: $10
Cost: $42 Maximum: 15
Maximum: 20 RSVP by April 19, 2018
RSVP by April 19, 2018
Did you know that you can turn basically any old container
Back to Hatfield Hall by popular demand and hot off their into a home for a plant? In this course you will learn how
latest PBS Special RISE, America’s Got Talent Emmy to re-purpose old materials into an indoor garden. We will
Award-winners The Texas Tenors continue to wow audiences be planting herbs in whatever containers you find around
around the world with their breathtaking vocals, humor and the house. Additionally, you will learn about gardening
irrepressible cowboy charm. Don’t miss a night of classic techniques, soil chemistry, and plant health.
rock, pop, country hits and Broadway favorites all with a
healthy dose of Texas charm.
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Nepalese Luncheon Wetlands Hike at Dobbs
Date: Monday, May 21, 2018 Park
Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
Place: Himalayan Aroma Date: Tuesday, May 22, 2018
1559 Fort Harrison Rd, Terre Haute Time: 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Cost: $25 Place: Dobbs Park Nature Center
RSVP by May 7, 2018 5170 E Poplar Dr., Terre Haute, IN
Cost: $5
Nepalese cuisine comprises a variety of cuisines based upon RSVP by May 8, 2018
ethnicity, soil and climate relating to Nepal’s cultural diversity
and geography. Much of the cuisine is a variation on Asian Join us at Dobbs Memorial Park in Terre Haute, Indiana for a
themes. Other foods have hybrid Tibetan, Indian and Thai presentation about wetlands and an easy hike to the wetlands
origins. Momo—Tibetan style dumplings with Nepalese with Naturalist Carissa Lovett. Make sure to wear good
spices—are one of the most popular foods in Nepal. walking shoes and feel free to bring your camera!
Join us we explore the foods of Nepal with an expanded buffet Snacks and water will be provided!
lunch at Himalayan Aroma!
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Korean Cooking Brentlinger Garden Tour
Date: Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Date: Saturday, June 9, 2018
Time: 12 - 2 PM Time: 10 - 11:30 AM
Place: ISU Community Sustainability, Community Garden Place: David and Kathy Brentlinger’s Home,
219 North 11th Street, Terre Haute 1051 Gannon Rd., West Terre Haute, IN
Cost: $15 Cost: $5
Maximum: 20 Maximum: 25
RSVP by May 25, 2018 RSVP by May 31, 2018
Interactive Asian cooking class where you learn to cook three Terre Haute’s historic past finds new life in David and Kathy
dishes and you get to eat too! Mrs. Ly of the Asian Market will Brentlinger’s home in the woods of western Vigo county.
walk us through the steps to making several Korean dishes. David has used bricks from St. Anthony Hospital and almost
every building removed from Wabash Avenue, limestone
curbs from downtown, Twelve Points, Maple Avenue and St.
Mary’s, a carved limestone horse-watering trough marked
“HUMANE” salvaged by Tony Hulman, and turret from the
Big Four train station, and various other elements of Terre
Haute. Join us for a tour of this unique setting.
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Start Spreading the News...
Date: Monday - Saturday, June 11 - 16, 2018
Time: Boarding June 11 at 6:00 AM Returning at 8:00 PM on June 16, 2018
Place: First Financial Bank Conference Center
4353 S 7th St, Terre Haute, Indiana
Cost: $1,813 P/Person, 2 P/Room; $1,630 P/Person, 3 P/Room; $1,538 P/Person, 4 P/Room;
$2,302 P/Person, 1 P/Room
RSVP by May 11, 2018
Just the name brings images of the sights and sounds of the City That Never Sleeps. Join us as we travel to New York City. Of
course, we will visit the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the new 9/11 Museum and Memorial with additional sightseeing in
New York City. We will enjoy a fabulous dinner on both evenings prior to our Broadway Show in Time Square. There will be
time for shopping in Times Square and a chance to be seen on the Today Show plus a trip to the Top of the Rock. We will also
travel to Lancaster, PA for dinner at Good and Plenty Restaurant and reserved seating for a spectacular presentation of “Jesus” at
the Sight & Sound Theater and a guided tour of the Pennsylvania Dutch countryside. We will also have dinner in Somerset, PA
and make a visit to the Flight 93 Memorial to pay our respects at the site of one of the most tragic events in our history.
Price includes round trip transportation from Terre Haute, IN to New York City, five (5) nights lodging with breakfast and
baggage handling, six (6) main meals, reserved seating for two (2) Broadway Shows, ferry transportation to the Statue of Liberty
and Ellis Island, admission to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial, admission to the Top of the Rock, free time for shopping and
sightseeing in New York City, reserved seating for “Jesus” at Sight & Sound Theater plus guided tour of Pennsylvania Dutch
countryside, visit to Flight 93 Memorial. Applicable group tax and gratuity on above inclusions.
AT INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY 21Special Events
Summer Stage: Summer Stage: Hairspray
Steel Magnolias Date: Friday, July 6, 2018
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 PM
Date: Friday, June 22, 2018 Place: ISU Dreiser Hall Theater
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 PM Cost: $16
Place: ISU Dreiser Hall Theater RSVP by June 22, 2018
Cost: $16
RSVP by June 8, 2018 This hysterical adaptation of the John Waters film transports
us to 1962 Baltimore where our young heroine, Tracy
Hilarious and touching, Robert Harding’s Steel Magnolias Turnblatt, dreams of dancing on the Corny Collins Show. The
tells the story of six unique women who find strength and only problem? She (and her fellow cast of zany characters)
support in a beauty parlor in small-town Louisiana. Through doesn’t quite fit in with the social norms of the day. Her
four scenes spanning three years, the staff and customers bond solution—to challenge the norms and start a revolution!
through gossip and a series of personal challenges to create a Packed with 60’s-style music and fantastic dance numbers,
story with which everyone can relate. Robert Harling’s play Hairspray is sure to be an audience favorite!
made its 2005 Broadway debut after a 1987 off-Broadway
premiere and successful 1989 film version.
22 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTESpecial Events
Summer Stage: Fresh Whole Food
War of the Worlds Luncheon
Date: Friday, July 13, 2018 Date: Monday, July 16, 2018
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 PM Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
Place: ISU Dreiser Hall Theater Place: Aracari Kitchen
Cost: $16 428 Wabash Ave, Terre Haute
RSVP by June 29, 2018 Cost: $25
RSVP by July 2, 2018
The War of the Worlds, an exciting adaptation of the 1938
Orson Welles radio broadcast of the groundbreaking H.G. So you’ve heard about the benefits of a plant-based diet. More
Wells novel. Audiences will witness a special re-broadcast of likely than not, you’ve known someone who has done well by
this event where aliens attack the planet Earth, sound effects their own health by improving their nutrition. And now you
are performed live onstage, and the specters of the past are want to learn how you too can be healthier by eating a more
called upon to recall this profound moment in American whole food, plant-based diet? Join us for a meal to explore all
history. the options plant-based foods have to offer from sandwiches to
salads. Don’t forget about the cold-pressed juices and no meal
is complete without dessert.
AT INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY 23Special Events
“Billy, Biltmore & Beautiful Views”
Date: Tuesday - Friday, July 24 - 27, 2018
Time: Boarding on July 24 at 6:00 AM Return at 9:00 PM on July 27, 2018
Place: First Financial Bank Conference Center
4353 S 7th St, Terre Haute, Indiana
Cost: $755.00 per Person, 2 P/Room; $687 per Person, 3 P/Room; $653 per Person, 4 P/Room;
$958 per Person, 1 P/Room
RSVP by June 22, 2018
WOW!! This trip has it all. We will start by traveling to Asheville, NC where we will tour the Biltmore Mansion, America’s
largest private home. In addition to the house tour, we will have plenty of time to tour the grounds and gardens. We will also have
lunch at the Deer Park Restaurant on the grounds of the Biltmore. There will be ample time for shopping at the various shops
and stores at the Biltmore House, plus time at Antler Village for additional shopping and an opportunity to shop and taste at the
Biltmore Winery. Then we are off to Charlotte where we will visit the Billy Graham Library with a chance to experience “A
Journey to Faith,” “The Graham Family Homeplace,” “Ruth’s Attic,” “The Prayer Garden” and the Graham Brothers Dairy Bar
for lunch on your own. We will then travel to the 1927 Lake Lure Inn and Spa for our next stop where we will enjoy a cruise on
beautiful Lake Lure, named one of America’s most beautiful man-made lakes by National Geographic, followed by a delicious
dinner at the Inn. There will be time to relax at the Inn plus we will have a guided tour of the Music Box Collection at the Inn.
After spending the night at this Historic Inn, we will continue on to the Chimney Rock State Park for some of the most breath-
taking views in the Smoky Mountains. Lunch is included at Chimney Rock before we leave and make our way home.
Price includes round trip transportation aboard a deluxe motor coach from Terre Haute, IN to Charlotte, NC, three (3) nights
lodging with baggage handling and continental breakfast, four (4) main meals, admission to Biltmore Estate and House tour,
admission to Billy Graham Library, cruise on Lake Lure, admission to Chimney Rock State Park and applicable group tax and
gratuity on above inclusions.
24 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTESpecial Events
Terre Haute Air Show Bridles, Bits & Bets
Preview Date: Friday, August 24, 2018
Time: 8 AM - 8 PM
Date: Friday, August 17, 2018 Place: First Financial Bank Conference Center
Time: 10:30 AM - 4 PM 4353 S 7th St., Terre Haute
Place: Terre Haute Regional Airport Cost: $86
581 S Airport Street, Terre Haute RSVP by July 27, 2018
Cost: $10
Maximum: 40 Ellis Park is a thoroughbred racetrack in Henderson,
RSVP by August 3, 2018 Kentucky, just south of Evansville, Indiana. While the track is
located north of the Ohio River that forms the border between
Get a sneak peek of the Terre Haute Air Show with Bill Kentucky and Indiana, which would put it within Indiana, the
Foraker, the Air Show Director. We will start the morning by border is based on the course of the river at the time Kentucky
touring the grounds and getting to see aircraft up close and became a state in 1792. The park was built by the Green River
personal as well as see what it takes to operate a small city Jockey Club in 1922 and was designed after the Saratoga
for two days! After the morning tour you will be able to get Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York, and features
food and drink at a few of the food stands before we sit in the a 1.125 mile dirt track. Enjoy a day of racing that includes
VIP section to watch the rehearsal show including the Blue transportation from Terre Haute, Indiana, to Henderson,
Angels. This opportunity is not open to the public and space is Kentucky, reserved seating at Ellis Park Raceway, buffet meal
limited, so don’t wait to register! and race program in the air-conditioned Sky Theater.
AT INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY 25Special Events
Pre-Register For These Fall Special Events
Galena, Glarus & Grease
Date: Tuesday - Thursday, September 25 - 27, 2018 (Register by August 21, 2018)
Cost: $496 per person, 2/Room; $458 per Person, 3/Room; $442 per Person, 4/Room; $605 per Person, 1/Room
We will begin out journey to Galena, IL, originally the largest steamboat hub on the Mississippi River north of
St. Louis. We will have guided tours of the Belvedere Mansion & Gardens, the Dowling House and the Ulysses S. Grant Home.
There will time for shopping and sightseeing on your own, plus dinner will be at the DeSoto Hotel. Day 2 will start in Galena and
then we will proceed to New Glarus, WI, “Little Switzerland.” We will have time for shopping in the numerous quaint stores and
shops prior to dinner at the New Glarus Hotel with a fondue demonstration and entertainment. We will overnight near Madison,
WI and then make our way to Ft Atkinson on day 3 for a delicious buffet lunch at the Fireside Dinner Theater followed by a
presentation of “Grease.” Afterwards, we will make our way home with good memories and new friends.
New England Autumn Splendor
Date: Monday - Monday, October 15 - 22, 2018
Cost: $1507 per person 2/room; $1367 p/person 3/room; $1297 per person 4/room; $1925 p/person, 1/room
Join us for a trip to New England in the Fall where we will enjoy fabulous fall colors while we explore historic New England.
Our tours will include “The Breakers”, the summer cottage of the Vanderbilts in Newport, RI, Martha’s Vineyard with a local
guide, Boston, Massachusetts, including the John F. Kennedy Library, Old North Church, the Freedom Trail walk and more.
Enjoy a traditional New England lobster bake in historic Gloucester, MA. We will visit Maine where we will tour its beautiful
coastline, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, the Portland Head Light and Freeport, where you can shop at L. L. Bean and numerous
other stores. Enjoy fall foliage in Vermont and New Hampshire as we travel to Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream factory and the Cold
Hollow Cider Mill. We will also have a shopping opportunity at the Yankee Candle Flagship Store. Our return home will take us
through northern New York and Pennsylvania enjoying the fall colors that should be in full regalia.
A Branson Style Holiday!
Date: Tuesday - Friday, November 13 - 16, 2018
Cost: $724 P/Person, 2/Room; $688 P/Person, 3/Room; $670 P/Person, 4/Room; $853 P/Person, 1/Room
How better to start off the Holiday Season than with entertainment, Branson Style! Join us in Branson for a delightful holiday trip
that will start with an inspirational performance of The Miracle of Christmas at the Sight and Sound Theater. This inspiring show
will leave you in awe. We will cruise aboard the Showboat Branson Belle for a delicious lunch and fabulous show. An evening
with SIX – The Knudsen Brothers one of the most popular shows in Branson. Clay Cooper’s Country Express has something for
everyone – music, singing, dancing, comedy and more! Pierce Arrow is Branson’s Hottest Show plus we will complete the trip
with A Christmas Wonderland – one of Branson’s biggest and best holiday productions. There will be plenty of time for shopping
plus a chance to experience the Branson’s Gift of Lights show. Of course, we will have some “Thrown Rolls” at Lambert’s en
route home.
Spots are limited to first come first serve so don’t wait to register!!!
26 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTEWednesday Presentation
From Mastication to Tai Chi
Elimination What With Steven Walden, Certified tai chi for arthritis
Instructor
Screenings Do We Need
With Dr. Shail Sheth, Gastroenterologist Date: Wednesday, May 9, 2018
Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
Date: Wednesday, May 2, 2018 Place: Landsbaum Center
Time: 1:30 - 3 PM 1433 N. 6 1/2 Street, Terre Haute
Place: Westminster Village Cost: Free
1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute
Cost: Free Join Steve as he discusses how tai chi can be used not only
as exercise but a way to improve gait and balance. Because
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic the movements in tai chi are slow, deliberate and extremely
digestive disease. GERD occurs when stomach acid or, low-impact, they are perfect for seniors, people with joint and
occasionally, stomach content, flows back into your food muscle pain and “couch potatoes” of all ages who would like
pipe (esophagus). The backwash (reflux) irritates the lining to improve flexibility, strength and balance. Come learn more
of your esophagus and causes GERD. Both acid reflux and about what it can do for you!
heartburn are common digestive conditions that many people
experience from time to time. Come learn about the signs,
symptoms,what damage it can cause, and how it can be treated
and what screening can be done for this and colon cancer.
AT INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY 27Wednesday Presentation
My Journey to Everest Best View of Our World
With David Cox, DDS With Linda Larson, Master Gardener & Emeritus of
Mesa College
Date: Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Time: 1:30 - 3 PM Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Place: Westminster Village Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute Place: Westminster Village
Cost: Free 1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute
Cost: Free
As a child, David watched Disney go to exotic places every
Sunday night. That mixed with his dad always saying to him, Exploring the world one garden at a time is a captivating way
“Try your best, never quit, and you’ll always get what you to travel. Gardens, both large and small, provide destinations
want.” He always thought, “I can do this.” all over the globe offering a sense of place experience. For
every garden, those who planted the seeds and arranged the
David will share his recollection and insights into the personal ground have stories to tell: stories of the homes they built, the
and cultural nuances a travel log wouldn’t. He will be flying social structure of the day, the power and struggle required
through Abu Dhabi to Kathmandu, then via a small plane to to make a garden. She will draw from personal travel to over
what’s touted as the “most dangerous” airport in the world; 750 gardens in 25 countries and 48 U.S. states. This program
Lukla. (Then through many Sherpa villages while there, up combines travel adventure and garden stories illustrated with
the Khumbu valley to Everest Base Camp.) He will climb nature’s beauty, curiosities, and wonders.
Kala Pathar, interacting with the Sherpa people and famous
climbers, listening to their stories.
After watching Josh Powers’s presentation on Kilimanjaro,
David became inspired by his efforts to aid “First Gen”
students. David will also be climbing to raise scholarship
funds for ISU first generation college students who are
confronting the inability to fully pay for their last semester or
two of their studies.
28 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTEWednesday Presentation
First Friday Summer Reading for Kids of
With Stephanie Pence, Downtown Terre Haute
Coordinator
All Ages
With Brittany Macke, Vigo County Public Library
Date: Wednesday, May 30, 2018 Youth Services Librarian
Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
Place: Westminster Village Date: Wednesday, June 6, 2018
1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
Cost: Free Place: Westminster Village
1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute
Join Stephanie as she covers the upcoming First Fridays from Cost: Free
June through November. Each month has a different theme
with something for everyone. She will also cover some of the Will you be seeing your grandchildren this summer? Would
projects going on downtown that the Chamber of Commerce you like to find new and different ways to interact with them?
is working on with the city and others: flower case boxes Brittany Mackey, Youth Services Librarian with the Vigo
to sidewalks to parking. She will give an update on the County Public Library, will present ways to connect with kids
Birthplace of the Coke Bottle Festival coming this fall. through literacy. Reading lists, activities, and information
about library programming will be provided.
AT INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY 29Wednesday Presentation
Fall Prevention Tragedy and Triumph of
With Julie Brasher, Encore Rehabilitation at
Westminster Village
Widows in Afghanistan: The
HEMEFund Project
Date: Wednesday, June 13, 2018 With Josh Powers, ISU AVP for Student Success and
Time: 1:30 - 3 PM VP for Programs, HEMEFund Worldwide
Place: Regional Hospital, Pavilion
501 E. St. Anthony Drive, Terre Haute Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Cost: Free Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
Place: Westminster Village
Julie will discuss ways to create a safer living environment. 1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute
She will also look at self awareness and better ways to do Cost: Free
everyday tasks from getting out of bed in the morning to
getting out of the car. Lastly she will show us some Physical Afghanistan is a nation of widows, devastated by decades
Therapy and Occupational Therapy exercises to work into our of war. This session will describe one Terre Haute army
daily routines to improve balance and reduce the risk of falls. medic’s quest to bring lasting peace, one widow at a time,
though a unique vocation school. The HEMEFund project
has enabled 300+ widows to learn a marketable skill (sewing
and embroidery), start a business with the gift of a sewing
machine at graduation, and send their children to school.
Come learn a counter narrative to what’s seen on the news
through the impact of female empowerment.
30 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTEWednesday Presentation
Overview of Terre Haute Air Common Blood Disorders
With Dr. Shailja Shah, Oncologist & Hematologist
Show
With Bill Foracker, Director of the Terre Haute Air Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Show Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
Place: Regional Hospital, Pavilion
Date: Wednesday, June 27, 2018 501 E. St. Anthony Drive, Terre Haute
Time: 1:30 - 3 PM Cost: Free
Place: Westminster Village
1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute When something is wrong with your blood, it can affect your
Cost: Free total health. That is why it is important for you to know about
some of the common blood disorders that may affect you.
Bill Foraker, the Director of the Terre Haute Air Show will Join Dr. Shah as she discusses how people may be affected by
give us insider information on the show and the performers many different types of blood conditions and blood cancers.
as well as the organization and show set-up. We will get a Common blood disorders include anemia, bleeding disorders
look behind the show at the planning and work that makes such as hemophilia, blood clots, and blood cancers such as
the show happen...from portable toilets to golf carts and food leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.
vendors to airplanes, you can see what it takes to make a large
event happen.
AT INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY 31Wednesday Presentation
Crows Homeless
With Carissa Lovett, Naturalist at Dobbs Park With Kelli Fuller, PATH Outreach Worker at Hamilton
Center
Date: Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Time: 1:30 - 3 PM Date: Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Place: Westminster Village Time: 1:30 - 3 PM
1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute Place: Westminster Village
Cost: Free 1120 E. Davis Drive, Terre Haute
Cost: Free
The American Crow is found all over North America, from
southern Canada down throughout the Continental U.S.. As The presentation will be on what homelessness looks like in
residents of Terre Haute, we are very familiar with crows Vigo Coounty and how it impacts our community. Kelli will
becoming a problem and it has been estimated that roughly discuss the differences of living in non-habitable situations
32,000 crows roost in the city during the winter. Join Carrissa versus staying with friends/family, couch surfing and
Lovett, Naturalist at Dobbs Park, as we take a closer look at emergency shelters. Topics to be addressed include different
these birds and what is being done to help relocate them. homeless subpopulations; how an individual may become
homeless; resources available; and some of the current gaps
in addressing the needs of displaced persons and those who
are at imminent risk. Learn about the findings of the annual
Point-in-Time survey and why HUD (Housing and Urban
Development) involved.
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