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Please join us for our annual member luncheon hosted at the beautiful Little America Hotel Grand Ballroom. Enjoy a delicious plated lunch, meet dynamic Osher instructors, learn about upcoming courses, and socialize with fellow Osher members. As a special treat, we will hear speeches by University of Utah President Taylor Randall about his vision for the U campus and Fred Esplin, Osher Instructor and Past Director of Development, about our history at the U on our 20th anniversary. For those who would like to contribute, we will be collecting donations of canned foods as well as financial contributions for the Feed U Pantry.
Wednesday, December 4 at 11:00 am
Space is Limited - Register by Nov 25!
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Save the Dates!
Our upcoming winter term will feature 91 classes, 72 in person and 19 online, including Osher Online with Northwestern University. The six-week term will run from January 21 to February 28, 2025 with some classes starting earlier and some running longer into early March. Registration will open on December 2 at 9:00 am. Our new classes will be announced on our website next week and a beautiful winter brochure will be arriving in your mailbox very soon!
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Oboist Luca de la Florin will present a half-hour preview lecture about the music featured in the November 1 performance of the Utah Symphony. Learn about things to listen for, either during the Finishing Touches Rehearsal immediately after the lecture, or during one of the regular weekend performances. The Finishing Touches series gives audiences an opportunity to observe behind-the-scenes working rehearsals. Selections will be rehearsed at the discretion of the conductor. After the lecture and before the rehearsal, enjoy complimentary brunch bites in the lobby, courtesy of various generous symphony sponsors and donors.
Friday, December 6 at 9:00 am
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The University of Utah's Marriott Library is constantly reinventing itself. As part of ongoing revitalization efforts, in 2019, hundreds of books were relocated from the second floor to the first floor, clearing 16,000 square feet for an innovation center dubbed ProtoSpace. Located on level 2, this space contains: a virtual reality (VR) arena, featuring an open lab for immersive VR experiences and game research and development; data visualization wall and equipment, including eight high-performance computers equipped with computational analysis software; geospatial information systems (GIS) services, software, and support; and much more. Digital Matters is a joint venture among Marriott Library, the College of Humanities, College of Fine Arts, College of Architecture and Planning, and School for Cultural and Social Transformation. T.J. Ferrill, Assistant Head of Creative Spaces, and Mark Howell, the ProtoSpace Program Coordinator, will show off their department's services by introducing our group to all of these wonderful resources.
Friday, November 22 at 1:30 pm
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Caputo's can be an overwhelming experience - hundreds of chocolate bars, dozens of cheeses, tons of tins, and oodles of bottled goods wait patiently to be taken home to a pantry near you. The paradox of choice can be paralyzing in a store like Caputo's and the willingness to spend hard earned cash on something we might not be familiar with can be risky. This tasting class will explore the most decadent, most intimidating, and most worthy foods begging to be explored. We'll taste, talk about their uses and unique stories, and help make shopping at Caputo's more delightful and less overwhelming.
Sunday, December 8 at 5:00 pm
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, December 5
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Witness the beauty of lush greenery and delicate mosses thriving within. Capture the essence of nature in a stunning glass bowl with an exquisite terrarium. An expert instructor will guide you through the process of creating your own miniature ecosystem encased in a crystal-clear glass container. All materials are included.
Monday, December 9 at 9:30 am
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 24
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Meet Our New Instructors! | |
Read about Winter Term Instructors & Their Upcoming New Classes | |
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Celia is a native Utahn who grew up in Ogden and was exposed to her painter mother’s interest in art. Her interest in art, including art history and painting, has remained with her all her life. Traveling often is something she enjoys and she likes to paint from her own photographs. Europe and Utah provide wonderful memories and an endless supply of subjects to paint. After retiring from a career as a school and city librarian and after her children were on their own, Celia returned to Utah from California to be with family. Reading, painting, and traveling are her passions, including ballet lessons for senior citizens provided by Ballet West. Utah is a pretty great place to be retired. Join Celia this winter for Painting Art Studio on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at our Arapeen Drive location.
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Sandi is a Certified Levin Life Coach, specializing in Reinvention Coaching. The work outlined in the book, The Art of Change by Nancy Levin, helped Sandi change her life, so much so that she wants to share with others. Her approach is about self-discovery, personal growth, and conscious evolution with support. Join Sandi this winter for The Art of Change: 8 Weeks to Making a Meaningful Shift in Your Life on Mondays on Zoom from 1:30 to 3:00 pm.
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Charlie Belusa has been addicted to bridge since she began playing in 2012. She is a local bridge player and director, and a Life Master through the American Contract Bridge League. She plays bridge casually with friends and has played competitively throughout the US and Canada. Her objective at the bridge table and in the classroom is to uncomplicate the game as much as possible, and to help others learn to love it as much as she does. When Charlie isn’t focused on bridge, she’s focused on writing, or on spending time with friends--many of whom she’s met at bridge tables. Join Charlie this winter for Beginning Bridge on Tuesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 pm at our Arapeen Drive location.
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Michael Louis Austin has been a music instructor for 20 plus years. He has toured the United States three time as the lead and rhythm guitarist of Las Vegas' award-winning Rock band The All-Togethers. He teaches guitar, ukulele, bass, and vocals. Michael has a degree in guitar performance from McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul Minnesota. He has opened up for bands such as The Steep Canyon Rangers, Billy Strings, Taylor Ashton, Cracker, Nada Surf, Everclear, and the Spin Doctors. He has released a full album of all original music titled Radio in 2015 and has released eight new singles produced by Thaddeus Corea (Son of Jazz legend Chick Corea). Join Michael this winter Ukulele for Beginners on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 pm at our Arapeen Drive location.
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New Shared Interest Group – Just for Osher Men!
Interested in connecting with fellow men at Osher? Join us for an informal coffee gathering where we’ll explore the idea of starting a regular men’s group. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, discuss shared interests, or simply enjoy good conversation, this is a great opportunity to connect, get to know each other, discuss issues and news of the day, and learn from each other.
Wednesday, November 20 at 9:00 am
Where: Meet at 540 Arapeen Drive, downstairs in the cafe area, Continuing Education Building
Bring your ideas and enthusiasm as we discuss how a regular meet-up might look. Join us for some fun at the end of the term. We’d love to see you there!
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Sweepstakes Part 2 Premiere Invitation | |
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Osher members are cordially invited to the Sweepstakes Part 2 Premiere at Brewvies Cinema Pub. This will show the first and second of three parts to the film, an open premiere with a Q&A afterwards. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the film will start at 6:30. The restaurant and bar will be open if you'd like to purchase something to eat there. Please note all guests need to be 21 or older. Please help spread the word about the premiere and invite anyone you think would be interested, Keep an eye on the Facebook page for exciting updates about the project!
Thursday, November 18 at 6:00 pm – TONIGHT!
Brewvies Cinema Pub
677 S 200 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Our Special Partnership with Vivo Fitness for Seniors
Muscle strength and balance are critical to maintaining health and independence as we age. Without additional strength training, most older adults will suffer a loss of muscle mass and strength that can negatively impact their balance and mobility. Osher is proud to be offering Vivo, a live, online, interactive strength-building course again for winter term, starting January 27.
Vivo classes are customized to your fitness level and help you attain physical fitness. Sessions consist of cognitive, balance, and strength exercises informed by the latest science and research on exercise for older adults. Vivo is the recipient of a National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant to study its science-based training strategy and personalized online small-group format. Certified personal trainers, skilled in working with older adults, provide modified exercises to meet each student's fitness needs. Try Vivo for a free test drive and see for yourself in this series of online videos!
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Learn about The Benefits of Strength Training from NPR
Research shows people who do weight training a few days a week live longer. Women get the biggest boost in longevity. Strength training is also good for mood, and it helps protect joints and bones. Learn more from NPR!
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Stay Connected by Joining Us on Social Media | |
The Osher Instagram and Facebook pages are a great way to stay connected. We highlight the accomplishments of Osher instructors and members. Special Events are updated, posted, and featured here too. Please like us to stay up to date and share with your friends who would enjoy all that Osher has to offer!
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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
801-581-6461 | osher@utah.edu
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