OLLI NOTES
Celebrating 25 years of Learning in Retirement
The OLLI Office is open 8:30-5 Monday-Thursday, and 8:30-4 on Fridays. Our number is 864-294-2998.
We are thrilled to welcome Furman student and pianist, Emma Saba, in recital on Monday, April 23 at 3:15, in the Herring Center Lobby. Emma, a sophomore from Charlotte, NC, will perform selections from Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Rachmaninoff. Please help us welcome Emma as she shares her gift of music using our beautiful grand piano. Free! Reservations are helpful; sign up in the OLLI office so we know how many to expect.
COURSE ANNOUNCEMENTS
There is room for YOU in the following Friday Bonus Events. Sign up in the OLLI Office.
April 27:
Hispanic Alliance Greenville – 10 a.m., HC105
Paper Dolls for Big and Little Girls – 1 p.m., HC111
Today’s Reverse Mortgages – 1 p.m., HC004
May 4
Parkinson’s Disease Alliance – 10 a.m., HC004
OLLI HAPPENINGS
Lunch and Learn, Tuesdays, HC110, 12:30-1:15 p.m. April 24, Carolina Music Museum: Celebrate! Entertain! Inform! The New Museum on Heritage Green with Tom Strange, Ph.D. executive director, Carolina Music Museum at Heritage Green, with special guest pianist and OLLI member Jann Howell, demonstrating an 18th or 19th century keyboard utilizing its period music.
Catholic Charities is opening Our Lady’s Pantry and they could use your skills and talents – as could Project Host, who needs help in the Soup Kitchen or in the Greenhouse/Garden. Learn the details of these and many other volunteer opportunities for meaningful engagement at the Community Volunteering SIG on Wed., April 25, 12:20–1:20 p.m. in HC004. Questions? Contact Tom Nowlin.
This Gluten-Free SIG is for anyone interested in sharing gluten-free recipes and information on gluten-free products available locally and online, as well as information on local restaurants/businesses that offer gluten-free options. We will meet on the 1st Wednesday of each month, beginning May 2 at 1 p.m, HC003. For additional information, contact Diane Bagwell at 864-344-1976.
Want to play Bocce? Let’s play. Gather in the OLLI lobby on Thursdays at 3 p.m. Please contact Stan Klotz if interested. All skill levels welcome!
What’s GOING ON at Furman University?
The Furman Psychology Department could use your help next week! Did you know Furman’s Social Cognition and Aging Lab is conducting three different studies about memory strategies and interpersonal interaction? The studies are online surveys that you can complete from your own home. Time needed to complete the surveys range from half an hour to an hour. You will be compensated for your participation. To see if you qualify for participation, email psychologyresearch@furman.edu.
Furman University Theatre presents Michael Cristofer’s The Shadow Box April 17-21 at 8 p.m., with matinee performances April 21 and 22 at 3 p.m. All performances take place in The Playhouse. For ticket information and reservations, call the Theatre Box Office at 864-294-2125. Tickets are on sale now and may be ordered online. Learn more on the website.
Furman University Lyric Theatre presents Engelbert Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel Saturday, April 21 at 8 p.m. in McAlister Auditorium. Tickets are $20 for seniors and available through Eventbrite.
Furman University, WYFF and the Upstate Chamber Coalition will host a Democratic Gubernatorial Debate on April 22 at 7 p.m. at Younts Conference Center. Learn more and register to attend here.
Notre Dame Professor Emeritus Walter J. Nicgorski will speak on Monday, April 23 at 7 p.m. at Daniel Memorial Chapel. A reception with Nicgorski follows in the Bryan Garden Room of the Chapel. His talk, The Morality of the Liberal Arts, is this year’s Hesburgh Lecture presented by the Furman University Office of Spiritual Life in partnership with the Notre Dame Club of the Western Carolinas and the university’s Catholic Campus Ministry.
Anne Frank. Ruby Bridges. Ryan White. More than just familiar names, their stories of courage, resilience and endurance embody the message of The Power of Children – Making a Difference, the newest exhibition at the Upcountry History Museum-Furman University, a Smithsonian Affiliate, on display through Wednesday, May 23. Learn more on the Upcountry History Museum website.
What’s GOING ON in and around Greenville?
Add some native plants to your landscape this Spring! You’ll find many varieties of native plants, shrubs, grasses and trees at the Native Plant Sale, April 21, (9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.) at Conestee Nature Park on Mauldin Road, near the former Braves stadium. (Sales support the work of the SC Native Plant Society.)
On Tuesday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m., Science on Tap – Greenville will feature The DIG Greenville Project, the 1.5 mile tunnel being built under Greenville now to serve the county for the next 100 years. Graham Rich, execute director of Renewable Water Resources, will discuss the art and science of keeping our waters clean. Meetings take place at Coffee Underground (downtown Greenville) and all are invited to attend.
Warehouse Theatre presents Much Ado About Nothing through May 5. Learn more and order tickets here.
The Carolina Bronze Handbell Ensemble, established as a community group in 2000, presents their Spring Concert Series. View the complete list of performances on the website.
Were you involved with the United Way during your career and interested in reconnecting? Volunteer with ReUNITED, United Way’s new group for retirees, on May 5, Hands on Greenville Day. We will meet at 8:30 a.m. at A Child’s Haven (helping them sanitize and organize INSIDE) and then join the after Party at Fluor Field at 12:00 pm. Free food and t-shirts! Email Holly Manuel for more information or to sign up!
Music on Sunday at the Temple of Israel, April 29, 3 p.m.: The Poinsett Piano Trio will perform with a complimentary wine and cheese reception to follow. Visit their website for more information.
Greenville Chorale’s “Boots & Barbecue” will be held April 27, 6-10 p.m., Downtown Airport Hanger. OLLI members are invited to join the party to celebrate the Greenville Chorale. Great food-wine-beer, dancing to live band, silent auction, and live auction (care to bid on the opportunity to CONDUCT the Chorale in concert!?). Tickets are $35/person, $60/pair and are available in the OLLI Office.
Join Chautauqua Tue., May 1, 7 p.m. to hear amazing stories of Francis Marion (Swamp Fox) who with his ragged band of volunteers just kept fighting until the Revolution was won. Led by Dr. Christine Swager, author of 7 books on the Southern Campaign. She knows where all the bodies are buried. This event is not a costumed performance. Hughes Main Library, downtown Greenville. Call 864-244-1499 or visit the website. Free!
Greater Greenville Master Gardeners Plant Sale will be held Saturday, April 28 from 8 a.m.—1 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. Rain or Shine! Learn more on the website.
The Peace Center will hold a Volunteer Training Session on May 1 from 6 – 8:30 p.m. for those interested in joining their team in providing world class service to all our patrons. Click here to sign up! If you have any questions, please email pcvolunteer@peacecenter.org.
Upstate International presents NAFTA: Perspectives from Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. on Monday, April 30 at Clemson One, 1 N. Main Street in Greenville; wine and hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 p.m., panel discussion 6-7:30 p.m. $30, $25 for UI/WACU members. Visit their website for more information.