L.I.F.E.
L.I.F.E. Short
That Old Time Rock 'n Roll
Return with us to those Pink and Black days of Elvis Presley, Little Richard and all the other '50s stars for three hours of Rock 'n' Roll, Rockabilly, Doo Wop, and Rhythm and Blues from the 1950's and early 1960's. Don't forget to bring your requests and dedications!
Class Schedule: Saturday, February 7
1-4 PM
Fee: 10.00
Instructor: Dr. Neal Christensen
Neal is a Professor at MSMC, and a regular L.I.F.E. contributor.
Osteoporosis--an Intro
Join us for this short course on osteoporosis. Just the facts...what you really need to know. This introduction is expanded and documents with much more information in the full length course which follows it.
Class Schedule: Monday, November 3
9-11 AM
Fee: 5.00
Instructor: Wendy Rowland
Wendy Rowland works at Castle POint VAMC> She has 30 years in clinical chemistry, 20 years in histology and autopsy, and a frightening family history of osteoporosis. She has a 25 year history of bone loss. Her last DeXA scan in August 2008 was NORMAL, NORMAL, NORMAL!
Women Philosophers who Influenced Socrates and Plato
In Plato's Dialogues, Socrates tells us he learned philosophy from three women. Here is a chance to learn about these three women, read some of their work, and see their influence on Socrates and his pupil, Plato.
Class Schedule: Tuesdays, November 4, 11, 18
1-2:30 PM
Fee: 15.00
Instructor: Dr. Kate Lindemann
Kate has been blogging for years. She is convinced that blogging is not only the least expensive form of self-publishing, but is a powerful tool for marketing, publicity and social action. She will share her knowledge and insider tips.
Buying a Digital Camera
What are the important things to know when searching for the right digital camera? Come find out what camera fits your needs best.
Class Schedule: Thursday, November 6
10 AM-12 PM
Fee: 5.00
Instructor: Dr. Vincent Kayes
Dr. Vincent Kayes, Professor of Computer Science at Mount Saint Mary College, also teaches computer technology courses for local health care facilities.
Open Bridge
Come to Desmond to play the game with no instruction. There is no need to register, just sign in and pay upon arrival.
Class Schedule: Thursdays, November 6, 13, 20, December 4, 11, 18
11 AM-1 PM
Fee: 3.00
Instructor: No Teacher
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Mark Twain
Join us for some background and discussion on Mark Twain prior to our departure for the trip to see Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight.
Class Schedule: Saturday, November 15
4-5 PM
Fee: 0.00
Instructor: Dr. Jerry Wyant
Jerry is a Professor at Mount Saint Mary College and a frequent contributor to the L.I.F.E. Program.
Hisotry and Restoration of the Balmville Cemetery
One of the wonderful treasures of Mount Saint Mary College is the Desmond Campus in Balmville. A little known part of the Desmond Cmapus is the Balmville cemetery, located just south of the house off of a rutted dirt road that winds down the hill into the forest. Mount Saint Mary History Professor Glenn Reynolds has recently teamed up with Social Sciences Secretary Kundi Clark, and they have begun the laborious task of locating, restoring and cataloguing the dozens of gravestones on the site. Largely neglected and covered over with brush, leaves and ivy, the plots belong to well-known Organe County families from the Newburgh/Balmville region dating back to the 1830-60s, some of whom still have descendents residing in the area. Reynolds and Clark hope to have the cemetery historically recognized by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation shortly. This recognition will serve to raise awareness of the history of the area, and the integral role that Mount Saint Mary College plays in helping ot memorialize that history. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes, as you will walk to the cemetery, weather permitting.
Class Schedule: Tuesday, November 18
3-4 PM
Fee: 5.00
Instructor: Glenn Reynolds and Kundi Clark
Intro to Dream Appreciation
Come see what is entailed in the process of dream appreicaition. Join us for a brief intro, followed by a DVD showing an example of Dr. Montague Ullman's Dream Appreicaition process, in a session led by Dr. Ullman. A brief discussion will follow. A more involved series reagrding this subject will be offered in the spring session.
Class Schedule: Tuesday, December 2
1-2:30 PM
Fee: 5.00
Instructor: Maureen Cotter
Maureen has studied with Monte Ullman and has been involved with various Dream Groups for over twenty years.
Online Shopping Safety
Learn how to do your holiday shopping online without worry!
Class Schedule: Thursday, December 4
10 AM-12 PM
Fee: 5.00
Instructor: Dr. Vincent Kayes
Dr. Vincent Kayes, Professor of Computer Science at Mount Saint Mary College, also teaches computer technology courses for local health care facilities.
Buying or Upgrading Your Computer
Have you been thinking about purchasing a computer? Do you have one that is in need of some updating? Join this session to gain some valuable insight into buying or upgrading your PC.
Class Schedule: Wednesday, December 17
10 AM-12 PM
Fee: 5.00
Instructor: Dr. Vincent Kayes
Dr. Vincent Kayes, Professor of Computer Science at Mount Saint Mary College, also teaches computer technology courses for local health care facilities.
Old Time Radio and TV Christmas Show: The 2nd Annual Holiday Special
It's time to get into the holiday spirit with Jack Benny, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Ozzie & Harriet, and Duffy's Tavern along with a few surprises. Enjoy some cookies, holiday tea, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Class Schedule: Friday, December 5
1-3:30 PM
Fee: 10.00
Instructor: Frank Kieck
Frank is a popular long-time L.I.F.E. instructor and Steering Committee member with a great interest in mysteries.
Spanish for the Linguistically Challenged 101
This is a very basic class for those who don't speak a word of Spanish but who want to begin a new challenge. This class caters to people who fear learning a foreign language. There will be a few very short conversations to memorize each session. This will stimulate conversation. Addie Speranza taught Spanish in Newburgh Schools for 31 years. After retirement she taught Spanish Conversation at Vassar College. She has traveled extensively worldwide.
Class Schedule: Tuesdays, February 10, 17, 24
10:30-11:30 AM
Fee: 15.00
Instructor: Addie Speranza
Holiday at Radio City
With the movie presentation of the 1954 film White Christmas, we will try to capture the magic and the history of Radio City Music Hall and one of the movies that made it famous. Discussion will include Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Vera Ellen, Rosemary Clooney, Rockefeller Center and the Rockettes.
Class Schedule: Fridays, February 13, 20
2-4 PM
Fee: 15.00
Instructor: Frank Kieck
Frank is a popular long-time L.I.F.E. instructor and Steering Committee member with a great interest in mysteries.