Summertime Living Is Easy! |
Summer term is a fun time at Osher. Our Continuing Education campus becomes even livelier as we share hallways, classrooms, and lawn space with children attending our Youth Camps. We have a variety of new shorter session classes starting every week, everything from The Birth of Rock and Roll, to History and Literature to an Introduction to Snorkeling. Our special events season starts winding down a bit as our volunteers take summer vacations. But if you’d like to see even more fun special events offered, join one of our many opportunities to volunteer to help plan interesting tours and exciting new things to do with fellow Osher members in the upcoming academic year. A special thanks to Osher member and instructor Sandi Cameron-Greene for running our Special Events Club that meets this week and our Welcome New Members classes. The more each member participates and gives back, the better our program becomes!
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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 10 or 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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You joined Osher and paid your membership dues for a year of fun. Now what? This single-session free class will welcome new members, provide a "meet and greet" opportunity to socialize a bit with others new to Osher, and show you the ropes of how to get involved. We will cover the material in our Member Handbook, letting you know how you can get the most out of your membership benefits...everything from where to get your U of U student ID card, to where to use it for discounts, to the many campus amenities available to Continuing Education students. Our program becomes stronger with each new member!
Thursday June 25 at 1:30 pm
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Try Out Our Beautiful Sandy Center This Summer!
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The melodies often had only three chords, and the lyrics were not always the most socially uplifting, but the music just grabbed you from the first moment you heard it. It was rhythmic, clean, and totally fun to dance to. Growing up with this music was pure joy. We all love the tunes that were popular when we were young, when we first danced with our 7th grade sweetheart, when we went to our first boy-girl party, when we first turned out in pink and black. That music and the stories behind it are forever young.
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The instructor hopes you find in the Birth of Rock 'n Roll a small portion of the pleasure he found and when the musical art form was taking its first steps.
Tuesday June 16 at 10:00 am
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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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The Great Salt Lake is one of the most misunderstood and remarkable landscapes in North America; it's vast, shifting, and deeply tied to Utah's natural and cultural story. In this three-week online course, we'll explore the lake's current health and challenges, understand its distinct regions and ecosystems, and discover the most compelling places to visit around its shorelines.
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Learners will gain practical travel insight into scenic routes, wildlife areas, historic sites, and hidden gems that make the lake worth experiencing firsthand. Through storytelling, visuals, and place-based context, this class blends science with soulful exploration making it ideal for curious travelers, nature lovers, and lifelong learners.
Tuesday June 16 at 1:30 pm
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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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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: June 17th
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Ever wondered how products in your online shopping cart get from Amazon to you? Join Amazon's tour leaders on a walk through the SLC Fulfillment Center. We will go behind the scenes to witness firsthand the intricate web of people, technology, and processes that help prepare each customer order. Please note: You must bring a government-issued photo ID. The name on your ID must match the name you used to register, or you may not be able to participate.
Thursday June 11 at 11:15 am
Registration Deadline is June 8 – Today!
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Inspired by The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff, this intimate gathering invites you to slow down, sip tea, and explore the wisdom of simplicity, presence, and playfulness in the beautiful setting of Lila Studio in Sugar House. Together, we'll share thoughtful conversation and meaningful connection while reflecting on how gentleness, ease, and community can nourish us in everyday life. This is not a lecture or workshop, but a relaxed and welcoming space for reflection, laughter, and authentic conversation. Space is limited to 10 participants to keep the experience intimate and conversational.
Thursday June 18 at 1:30 pm
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Please join us for Part II of The Other Side program serving Utah. During this event, we will tour The Other Side Academy, share conversation with students at a luncheon prepared by The Other Side, and listen to stories about their journey to the "other side." The Other Side Academy is a training school where students learn pro-social, vocational, and life skills, helping them emerge with a healthy life on "the other side." This program is available as an alternative to those facing long-term incarceration, as well as those seeking a change from the life they've chosen in the past.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 12
Friday June 19 at 11:30 am
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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 Special Events in 2026 are brought to you in part from funding from ZAP
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We currently do not have any upcoming special events with fees listed this week. But if you would like to see more of them, please volunteer to help us have even more fun at Osher. Join our next Osher Special Events Club meeting June 11 at 2:00 pm on the Red Butte Garden Patio to learn more!
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New! Osher Special Events Club — Join the Conversation
Osher members are invited to a new monthly gathering designed to spark ideas, build connections, and help shape future Osher special events. This informal gathering is an opportunity for members to come together, share ideas, and collaborate on creative possibilities for future Osher events. Following our discussion, we’ll take a leisurely stroll through Red Butte Garden together. Future meetings may rotate to other Osher partner locations and wonderful places that Osher members can enjoy through their membership benefits. Whether you love brainstorming, planning, or simply connecting with fellow lifelong learners, we’d love to have you join us. No registration needed, please just show up and have fun!
For questions or more information, contact Sandi Greene: sandi@sandigreenecoaching.com
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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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