Tuesday, 1wk, 2/18, 1:30-3:30p

Format: Participation
Instructors: Meghan Brasuell, General Manager, Prairie Arts Center
Location: Prairie Arts Center
À La Carte Price: Free

Materials Fee: $25

Note: Max 8 people

Would you love to make an artwork made from glass but the idea of cutting glass is intimidating? Well, this class if for you. We’ll use glass that is already cut (scraps, irregular shapes, cabochons and stringers) to design a beautiful, personalized suncatcher or trivet. The base will be clear glass, and you can choose between a long rectangle shape or square. When we fire the pieces, hooks can be added for hanging or it can be used as a trivet.

 

Mondays, 8wks, 2/17-4/14, 10a-12p

Format: Presentation

Instructor: Various
Location: Stillwater Community Center
À La Carte Price: Free

 

Join us for an eclectic mix of weekly speakers. A full list of presenters and topics is available on the OLLI course enrollment page. 

 

Tuesday, 1wk, 2/18, 1:30-3:30p

Format: Participation
Instructor: Glo Lorenzi, Hospitaity marketing and management
Location: OSU Botanical Garden Education Building
À La Carte Price: $10

Materials Fee: $25, all levels

Note: Max 12 people

 

Have you ever wondered exactly what is involved with “high tea” or even where the concept came from? In this event you will learn the history of high tea, as well as the proper etiquette expected through the ages. Students will be treated to the three courses of high tea: finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jams and the final course of sweets, while enjoying elegant flavored teas.

Tuesdays, 6wks, 3/4-4/15, 1:30-3:30p

Format: Lecture
Instructor: Carol Schmitz, PhD, Educator and Historian
Location: Stillwater Community Center
À La Carte Price: $25

 

Oklahoma's history is unlike any other state's, shaped by decisions nearly 200 years ago that still impact its citizens today. Whether you're new to Oklahoma or took history classes years ago, this course offers a deeper look at our state’s unique story. Explore the influence of tribes, treaties, cowboys, land runs, riots, prohibitions, dust storms, bombings and ongoing challenges. Join us to uncover the fascinating events and complex forces that have shaped Oklahoma into what it is today.

Wednesdays, 4wks, 2/19-3/12, 10a-12p

Format: Participation
Instructor: Tandi Memmott, Artist
Location: Art on 6th
À La Carte Price: $25

Note: Max 12 people. Supplist provided upon registration.

 

Learn the basics of drawing using different drawing media including pencil, charcoal and pen and ink wash. We will draw from both still life and photos. References will be provided but students may bring their own photos for subject matter. This class is good for both beginners and those with drawing experience. We’ll focus on developing our observational abilities to improve drawing skills while covering the visual elements of line, shape, form, space, value and texture. Supply list provided upon registration.

Wednesdays & Fridays, 8wks, 2/19-4/18, 9-10a

Format: Participation
Instructor: Gary McCoy and Shirley McDoy, Tai Chi Instructors
Location: Stillwater Community Center
À La Carte Price: $40

 

Experience this ancient Chinese martial art that is more like “meditation in motion” and provides health benefits for the body, mind and spirit. We’ll start with easy warm up exercises to loosen up and demonstrate other techniques for relaxation and mental focus before focusing on the Tai Chi forms, which are practiced in three sections as a sort of slow-motion routine. Learning the Tai Chi forms relieves stress, encourages relaxation, improves balance and helps bolster cognitive ability as you work to memorize the movements.

Wednesdays, 4wks, 2/19-3/12, 1:30-3:30p

Format: Participation
Instructor: Shiitake Mama, Phd, Educator
Location: Legacy Village
À La Carte Price: $25

Note: Max 10 people

 

In this class, we'll generate spontaneous writing in any form and genre using computer-generated prompts and photographs. We’ll write one of our own life stories and create a group performance piece from that work. The writing process, sharing our writing, working together on a performance piece, and performing for our friends and families is intended to build creative expression and have fun. No acting experience is required, and not everyone is required to perform. Laptop or tablet with a keyboard is recommended for writing.

Wednesdays, 8wks, 2/19-4/16, 1:30-4p

Format: Presentation

Instructor: Vickie Sturgeon, PhD, Film Historian

Location: Legacy Village

À La Carte Price: $25

 

Experience the finest of British Isles cinema with eight acclaimed comedies from Scotland, Ireland, and England. These films, directed by top talents, showcase unforgettable performances by actors like Michael Caine, Colm Meaney, Daniel Day-Lewis, Brenda Fricker, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent and Ewan McGregor. Featured titles include The Van (1996), The Snapper (1993), Gregory’s Girl (1980), My Left Foot (1989), Comfort and Joy (1984), Local Hero (1983), Educating Rita (1983), and Little Voice (1998). Join us for a lively exploration of humor and culture across the British Isles.

Wednesdays, 4wks, 3/26-4/16, 10a-12p

Format: Participation
Instructor: Tandi Memmott, Artist
Location: Art on 6th
À La Carte Price: $25

Note: Max 12 people. Supply list provided upon registration.

 

This class will introduce you to the basics of acrylic painting. We’ll learn about the qualities and versatility of acrylic paint. We’ll learn how to mix colors from a limited palette. References will be provided for subject matter but feel free to bring your own photos/references. We will try to complete three or four 11x14 paintings during the session. Supply list will be provided upon registration.

Wednesdays, 4wks, 3/26-4/16, 1:30-3:30p

Format: Participation
Instructors: Shiitake Mama, PhD, Educator
Location: Legacy Village
À La Carte Price: $25
Note: Max 16 people

 

Learning basic stage and voice techniques allows anyone to build confidence and skills in staying in the moment and adapting to various situations. Whether you want to explore the world of acting or just want to learn how to “think on your feet” in social situations, you’ll be inspired and have fun—even if you are shy. No acting experience is required. You just need a willingness to speak, move and play. Those who are differently abled are welcome.

Thursdays, 8wks, 2/20-4/17, 1:30-3:30p

Format: Lecture
Instructor: Haridas Heitz, PhD, Associate Professor of Philosophy, OSU
Location: Stillwater Community Center
À La Carte Price: $25

Rooted in 2,400 years of holistic healing, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views disease as an imbalance within an interconnected system rather than from organic causes. Unlike Western medicine, TCM offers a complementary perspective on health, with insights that enhance well-being. This course introduces TCM’s core concepts, including energy pathways, organ functions, common patterns of disharmony, and diagnostic basics, with special focus on the role of “spirit” in health. Participants will gain an understanding of TCM’s unique approach to human nature and healing.

Thursdays, 6wks, 2/27-4/10, 1:30-3:30p

Format: Participation
Instructor: Kami Koontz and Pam Brown, Musicians
Location: Stillwater Community Center
À La Carte Price: $25

Note: Max 16 people. Twelve loaner ukuleles available for use during the course.

 

Pair your love of learning with the joy of music for a great combination. The ukulele is an easy instrument to learn, and this course will provide instant gratification of playing songs right away. You’ll use those basics to build what you need to continue learning. Each session includes hands-on strumming, one-on-one time with instructors and experienced volunteers, plus a sing-along and strum-along session using learned chords. Intermediate players can break off with an instructor for more advanced guidance, meeting them at their skill level and supporting further progress.

Thursdays, 2wks, 3/6-3/13, 10a-12p

Format: Lecture
Instructor: Francis Epplin, PhD, Regents Professor of Agricultural Economics
Location: Stillwater Community Center
À La Carte Price: $10

 

This course will explore the draft including the instructor’s personal experiences, from his undergraduate studies cut short by the May 1970 Kent State tragedy to being drafted into the U.S. Army, trained for combat and sent to Vietnam, where he served near the Demilitarized Zone. We will discuss how and why the U.S. entered and exited the war, the impact of military drafts on the outcome, and the history of drafts and possible alternatives to the Selective Service System from a perspective of fostering choice and civility.