The University of Utah observes Juneteenth on June 15 this year and the Osher offices are closed today. Celebrated each year during the week of June 19, we commemorate emancipation of enslaved African Americans in our country and renew our commitments to equality and unity. The Juneteenth summer holiday honors freedom, resilience, and the enduring value of community. The University of Utah’s Juneteenth commemoration invites students, faculty, staff, and community members to come together in recognition of this important history through dialogue, reflection, education, and celebration. Our 2026 Juneteenth events feature a community panel discussion, reflection, food, and collective remembrance honoring the significance and ongoing legacy of Juneteenth. All are welcome and encouraged to attend! Find out more here: https://culture.utah.edu/events/juneteenth.php
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This course is for both new and continuing Osher instructors who would like to provide class members with digital learning resources, including syllabi, handouts, slides, and videos. Learn how to make these resources more accessible for all learners in just a few clicks! Come away understanding how to ensure your course materials comply with new federal legislation regarding Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, which all courses will need to follow by April 2027.
If possible, bring your own laptop or tablet to familiarize yourself with the resources available on your device, or follow along with provided examples. Thank you for helping us provide the Osher experience to more of our community!
Wednesday June 17 at 11:30 am
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The Marriott Library is more than just a place for undergraduates to study; it's a high-powered toolkit for academic research. Learn how to navigate the library, access premium resources, and utilize specialized University of Utah services designed for all U students, including Osher members. From database shortcuts to personalized librarian support, we'll show you how to make the library work for you!
Friday June 19 at 10:00 am
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The AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation's first and largest 4-hour refresher course designed specifically for older drivers. The goal is for you to become an even safer driver through this program and our additional resources. This course will review driving skills and techniques, as well as strategies and tips to help you adjust to normal age-related changes that may affect your driving ability. As an added bonus, graduates could receive a discount on their auto insurance.
Plus, it's fun and enjoyable!
Monday June 29 at 1:00 pm
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Looking forward to swimming with sea turtles, or finding Nemo? Join your instructor in the pool at Neptune Divers for an hour-and-a-half learning experience on snorkeling. Pick up safety procedures and tips for how to get the most out of an opportunity to view sea-life from the perspective of ocean animals - IN the water, not looking AT it. Changing rooms are available, or you can just show up in your swimsuit. You are welcome to bring your own equipment, or rent from Neptune for $10 for the session. Classes are limited to six participants.
Thursday August 13 at 10:00 am
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Try Out Our Beautiful Sandy Center This Summer!
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This class will celebrate the 55th anniversary of the printing of the "Pentagon Papers" in the New York Times and the Washington Post. The US government had previously filed a lawsuit to prevent the publication of the papers claiming that the publication would cause 'irreparable injury' to the United States. However, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the right of the Press to print the papers based on the public's 'right to know' the truth about government deception regarding the Vietnam War.
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Much of this story is revealed in an excellent 2017 movie by Steven Spielberg, called "The Post" starring Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks. After class, those who wish can join Scott for lunch at the soup and salad buffet "Dollies" which is nearby the Sandy Center.
Tuesday June 30 at 11:00 am
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Run by the National Resource Center (NRC) at Northwestern University, this special program allows members from various Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes to participate in shared online courses, thanks to the generosity of Bernard Osher Foundation. These courses are not meant to replace our locally offered in-person or online courses but rather to supplement our own local offerings. The very high-quality courses feature popular instructors from some of the 124 Osher Institutes across the country. Osher Online allows Osher members from different states and institutions to learn with and connect to each other while maintaining membership at their own local Institutes. We hope you will enjoy being a part of the fun!
Registration Deadline: Wednesday June 17th!
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Historical novels tell interesting stories about a time, a place, and the people living there. Authors must do extensive research so their writing accurately reflects the history. Using The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club by Helen Simonson as the launching point, this class will offer a one-hour look at the history of England at the end of World War I and after the Spanish Influenza pandemic, emphasizing rapidly changing political, economic, and social realities. We will then spend an hour discussing the novel as contemporary literature. Readers and history buffs welcome!
Participants should read The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club before class.
Friday June 26 at 1:30 pm
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When you think of rock & roll, do you think of that classic era of the Fifties, Sixties, and Seventies? The music was incredible. Just hearing it made you glad to be alive. But they were tumultuous times, too. Demonstrations over civil rights, the Viet Nam War, political assassinations - sometimes it seemed like the world was coming apart. The music helped us get through it. This is a memoir of those days of wonder and rage.
Monday June 29 at 1:30 pm
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In 2019, Eli Vega started a 2.5-year project of creating his own photographic renditions of 30 famous paintings. Eli will talk about what inspired him, and how he found models, props, venues, and costumes. He will take you behind the scenes and share how he created my renditions. The art included spans five centuries of art, from Girl with A Pearl Earring to Campbell's Soup Cans. After the presentation, Eli will share several of his renditions via a slide show.
Tuesday June 30 at 11:30 am
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Join us for a warm and thought-provoking discussion inspired by Karen Casey's book 52 Ways to Live a Course in Miracles. Drawing from 52 short essays based on the timeless principles of A Course in Miracles, this gathering invites us to explore practical ways to bring more peace, forgiveness, compassion, and love into our everyday lives. Whether you are familiar with A Course in Miracles or simply curious about living with greater intention and inner peace, you are welcome. This is not a lecture or a debate. Rather, it is an opportunity for meaningful conversation, personal reflection, and authentic connection with others who are interested in personal growth and conscious living. Come as you are, bring an open mind, and join us for an inspiring afternoon of conversation and connection.
Wednesday June 24 at 2:15 pm
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Presented by JPMorganChase, in this workshop you'll learn practical, easy to follow tips to help protect your finances and plan for the future, including how to create a simple financial care plan. With fraud and scams on the rise, we will cover how staying organized can help you spot unusual activities sooner and respond quickly. You'll also learn to recognize common scams that often target older adults and warning signs of potential exploitation abuse. We will wrap up with what to do if you or a loved one is impacted by fraud or identity theft, including immediate next steps and where to get help.
Thursday June 25 at 1:30 pm
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Join the Osher Booker Book Group for our August meeting as we discuss June/July's book selection, The Luminaries (2013) by Eleanor Catton. The novel examines the world of shipping, banking, and the gold rush in 1800's New Zealand. At 800 pages, we need two months to read it! We meet monthly at the Osher Building to discuss the previous month's book selection. Everyone is welcome. Perhaps we are "novel" in that we actually discuss the book! Next meeting (September), we will discuss The Life of Pi (2002) by Yann Martel.
Please note: Registration is required for each month's meeting you plan to attend.
Friday August 7 at 1:00 pm
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Osher members, how would you like a sneak peek at one of northern Utah's best-kept secrets? Soon, a new visitor center will revolutionize the guest experience at Antelope Island State Park. The massive facility will feature meeting spaces, a classroom, a dry lab, all new exhibitions, and sweeping views of the Great Salt Lake from multiple outdoor terraces. The new building also includes a giant screen theater which will show the custom-created 3-D film Secrets of Great Salt Lake.
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The film is 44 minutes long and takes viewers on a journey from ancient Lake Bonneville to modern-day Utah. Antelope Island State Park is inviting the University of Utah's Osher Institute to preview the new facility and the film before it opens to the public. Additionally, Park Ranger James Bustin will give a brief presentation on bird populations and the changing Great Salt Lake. This event, and admission to the state park, is free of charge, but you must register to attend.
Thursday July 16 at 10:00 am
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