Do you love Osher and want to give back to this wonderful program by serving as a volunteer? We would love to have you! We are currently seeking volunteers to serve as Classroom Assistants throughout fall term in classes where they are already enrolled.
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Classroom Assistants help instructors by taking roll in classes, encouraging fellow Osher members to use our whiteboard name tents so we can all get to know each other, and reading a few announcements each week about five minutes before class begins from our weekly email newsletters.
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Having a friendly face greet you during classes and announce Osher happenings out loud goes a LONG way, especially for folks new to our program. This is a low effort but high impact, easy, and fun way to get involved by helping in classes you are already attending! Sign up using this Google Form and our graduate student intern Elizabeth Butler from the College of Social Work will follow up with you. Thank you for taking the time to help us start the Osher school year with a smile. And all volunteers get one of our cool t-shirts!
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Once we reach a certain age, most of us know someone--a family member, friend, associate, even ourself--who has lost a breast to cancer. In this class, we will learn to use the Magic Loop knitting technique to knit a comfortable, machine washable, affordable prosthesis. Class members should know how to do a long tail cast on, as well as knit and purl. Skills taught will include how to handle a cable needle for Magic Loop, casting on to knit in the round, increasing and decreasing, and finishing.
Wednesday September 23 at 3:30 pm
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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 October 5 at 1:00 pm
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About 697,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year--that's one in every five deaths! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. Many times, patients do not get all of their questions answered at their doctor's appointments. If you or a family member has been diagnosed with a cardiac condition, or if you want to understand how to maintain a healthy heart, this class is for you. We will discuss fundamental cardiac concepts in an enjoyable format.
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You will learn basic cardiac anatomy, learn how the heart works, and review some cardiac diseases and their current treatments. You will be invited to participate in an open discussion about heart-healthy living including diet, exercise, stress reduction, and living with chronic conditions. We will end our session with hands-only CPR training. Join like-minded people to focus on health and wellness, as well as get personal attention so that you can live a healthier life.
Wednesday October 21 at 9:30 am
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Coming to a theater near you! This 2026 series has been built around Warner Bros. Studio's 1936 to 1940 patriotic film series Old Glory—which has recently been restored to its original, vibrant Technicolor--as a springboard for understanding the latest scholarly insights regarding the history of the American War of Independence. Each session includes four parts: a 20-minute screening of an American Revolution-related "short-reel film," a film historian's introduction, a contemporary historian's discussion, and a Q&A interaction between scholars and participants.
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The American War of Independence topics in this film and lecture series include the Declaration of Independence, the story of Patrick Henry, the story of the Sons of Liberty, the Bill of Rights, and Edward Everett Hale's 1863 short story The Man Without a Country. Dr. James D'Arc, retired curator of the BYU Motion Picture Archive, and Brad Westwood, retired senior public historian for Utah, organized this series for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute to expose participants to the most recent scholarship in the history of the American Revolution, presented by seven Utah university professors. The series will also seek understanding about how the US film industry interpreted this story during the Great Depression from 1929-1940, and show how accurately interpreting American Revolutionary history can help Utahns to be more informed and more engaged U.S. citizens today. This free series, co-sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Utah, is open to all ages. You do not need an Osher membership to participate, but we hope you will join us for Osher classes in the future, especially if you are already age fifty and better!
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Sessions at 6:30 pm
October 21 through November 18 – FREE!
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In this Emmy-nominated feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking Bowling Alone research into America's decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis. Watch this fascinating film with fellow Osher members and share your thoughts in a guided discussion.
Monday October 26 at 1:30 pm
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| A film about why you should join a club... and why the fate of America depends on it.
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This transformative class explores the profound art of connecting with horses through presence, breath, and mutual understanding. Far beyond traditional horsemanship, this experience invites participants to develop a deep, intuitive relationship with these magnificent beings without the barrier of riding. Class members will each be interacting and connecting with horses (not riding them).
Saturday October 31 at 10:00 am
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Guiliana speaking at PATH International Region 10 Conference
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Resistance took many different forms in the Japanese incarceration camps of WWII, from draft resistance, to saying NO-NO on the loyalty questionnaire, to expressions in art, music, poetry, and photography. What you will see is the harshness of their daily lives, being held against their will. Additionally, we will explore the vocational side of the camps, from job training to the many work positions that the Japanese performed, jobs and services that the War Relocation Authority was unable to provide.
Wednesday September 23 at 11:45 am
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The American Origin story is steeped in mythology, Pilgrims, Colonists, Frontiersmen, Explorers, Traders, the Indian "troubles," the French and Indian War, and the Revolutionary War brought the United States of America into being. Then came the Wilderness Road, Westward Ho, cowboys and Indians, the Wild West, the gunfighters, the gold strikes, the Intercontinental Railroad, the ranchers and farmers and the exploitation of the West. The telling was mythic, the people heroic, their feats legendary. It was a story that captured the imagination of the world. Join us as we explore the mythmaking that attended the creation of a nation, the defeat and subjugation of its Indigenous peoples, and its westward expansion that soon reached from the Atlantic to the Pacific. We examine what purpose this mythmaking served.
Wednesday September 23 at 3:30 pm
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Explore the intersection of psychedelics and human development through historical, scientific, psychological, and spiritual lenses. Examine the cultural roots and modern resurgence of psychedelic substances, learn about their therapeutic uses, and engage with cutting-edge research on their potential to address mental health challenges. Emphasis will be placed on the biopsychosocial-spiritual model of healing, offering a holistic framework for understanding transformation and integration. By the end of the course, class members will have a deeper understanding of how psychedelics can influence identity, healing, and growth--both individually and collectively.
Thursday September 24 at 9:30 am
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What is spirituality? How is it different from religion? What role does it play in a healthy aging process? In this six-week course, we will explore together some of the mysteries of life and death and how we create meaning and purpose along the way. The class will be taught with a combination of group dialogue and instructor presentations. Class members are encouraged to co-create an inclusive learning community in this class, and share with and learn from each other. Our instructor, Dr. Dave, is Professor Emeritus at the University of Utah, College of Social Work, former Director of Peace and Conflict Studies, and author of seven textbooks that link spiritual development with physical and mental wellbeing.
Thursday September 24 at 9:30 am
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If you know the basics of photography and use a digital camera, this course is for you. In this highly interactive course, you will learn about landscape composition, exposure, lenses, landscape equipment and accessories, depth-of-field, lighting, time and timing, photographing in different seasons, dealing with flare, shooting in snow, and more. You will receive feedback on your photos, time providing.
Friday September 25 at 11:30 am
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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 Briar Club by Kate Quinn as the launching point, this class will offer a one-hour look at the the of the "Red Scare" and McCarthyism, along with the changing roles for women in postwar America. We will then spend an hour discussing the novel as contemporary literature. Readers and history buffs welcome! Participants should read The Briar Club before class.
Friday September 25 at 1:30 pm
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Join the Osher Booker Book Group for our October meeting as we discuss September's book selection, Hotel du Lac (1984) by Anita Brookner -- a novelist takes refuge from life in a hotel on the shores of Lake Geneva. 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 (November), we will discuss Lincoln in the Bardo (2017) by George Saunders.
Friday October 2 at 1:00 pm
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Come on a tour of Spy Hop Youth Media Productions, a Utah-based nonprofit, that provides after-school programming for teens in the media arts. Young people learn to tell their stories and express their creativity through filmmaking, songwriting, video game creation, and audio recording. Take a peek inside Spy Hop's state-of-the-art facility along the 9 Line and discover how young people are empowered to become storytellers, artists, and creators. Help let the world know that the youth voice matters!
Wednesday October 7 at 10:00 am
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Join us for a special lecture on World Polio Day by Osher member and retired MD Robert Day. Epidemics of polio in the United States became prevalent in the early 20th century. This discussion will focus on some of the science and characteristics of poliomyelitis and on the many individuals who became known for the great American fight against polio. Included are the pioneer scientists who originated the Salk (injected) and Sabin (oral) vaccines, and President Franklin Roosevelt, himself a victim of polio. The origins and the roles of The March of Dimes, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, Rotary International, the World Health Organization, and other groups will be discussed.
Friday, October 23 at 11:00 am
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| Osher Special Events in 2026 are brought to you in part from funding from ZAP
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Experience something very few people in the world have experienced—Rattlesnake Painting. You will not handle a snake, but will direct the rattlesnake wrangler on how you would like the snake to paint your art. You will choose the artist (snake), size and type of paper, color palette, wet or dry method of watercolor; and direct the wrangler where you want the paint and snake on the paper. Since you are dealing with a living animal, you never know how the painting will look. It is a fun and interesting experience and you will go home with a very unique work of art. Folks have said that it is actually a very relaxing experience to watch the process. The paint used is safe for the snakes; the instructor, has consulted with a world-renowned venom researcher who approved the paint as well as the process. Snakes are not being harmed in any way. Kim, the instructor, is a Certified Venomous Safety Instructor. You will never be near the snake, except when it is safely locked in its case. The snakes stay in their cases except when creating art. The $40 special fee is due upon arrival and will be donated to the Asclepius Snakebite Foundation. Please be considerate of the instructor who is buying all the materials and do not cancel last minute.
Registration Deadline Sept 22
Friday September 25 at 11:00 am
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Located in Cottonwood Heights, this class will introduce you to the sport of canine scent detection. Bring your dog for a fun session to start teaching them to purposely search for a target odor. Our target odor will be essential oils on Q-tips paired with a treat. It's fun to enter their world and see how they get to the source of the odor we're having them look for. Your dog will get a great workout while you don't have to break a sweat! And the dogs LOVE the game! One dog per registrant please. The $15 special fee is due upon arrival.
Registration Deadline Sept 29
Friday October 2 at 11:00 am
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Written by Laura Munts (with Reb Fleming and Elaine Jarvik), directed by Julie Jensen, and starring Reb Fleming, this one-woman play is about aging in plain sight—a subject avoided, disguised, or lied about. Sophia is a septuagenarian actor figuring out what she is supposed to be doing between now and when she dies. She is funny, cringeworthy, and ruthlessly honest. She is the wrong person in the right place. The right talent at the wrong age. This stunning and thought-provoking 45-minute performance is followed by a conversation among guests who share in the experience of exploring creative aging, together with the actor who brings it to life.
Tuesday November 3 at 3:00 pm
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For anyone who would like a little extra support learning how to take an idea through the Special Event application process, members are also invited to attend the upcoming Osher Behind the Scenes: Special Events class.
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Do you love attending Osher Special Events each term? Are you curious about how we select and organize our many varied fun events and who is responsible for planning them? This single-session free class will give you a behind-the-scenes tour of how Osher staff and volunteers run this very special and unique aspect of our program. Volunteerism is the foundation of Osher and especially of Special Events. Come learn how it's done and maybe even plan a new special event yourself for your fellow Osher members or share your ideas for fun places for Osher to visit.
Wednesday September 30 at 10:00 am
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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. 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!
Wednesday, September 23 at 2:00 p.m.
Red Butte Garden Plaza
For questions or more information, contact Sandi Greene: sandi@sandigreene.com
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Did you know that we share our Osher building with seven other programs? Continuing Education will be hosting a program-wide open house on Saturday, September 26 at 540 Arapeen Drive. We'll have demos and workshops, including watercolor, bridge, and photography. We'll have fun for all ages, so bring your whole family! Osher instructors Joon Bae, Jennifer Love, Marcie Collett, Charlie Belusa, Jonathan Duncan, David Stillman, and Amy Hargreaves-Judzis will represent the Osher program. You can enroll in their classes or join us to enjoy a day of fun conversations with all programs open house style.
about the joys of learning!
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- Jennifer Love – Watercolor Demonstration
- Marcie Collett – Marcie's Movie Club Film Review
- Charlie Belusa – Bridge Demonstration
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Joon Bae – Korean Ink Painting: Chrysanthemums
- Jonathan Duncan – The History and Future of the Great Salt Lake with Q&A
- David Stillman
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Travelogs: Go Learn Patagonia
- Travelogs: Go Learn Bhutan
- Travelogs: Go Learn Mexico
- Amy Hargreaves-Judzis – Sip and Stitch
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Saturday September 26 from 12:00 to 5:00 pm
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NOVA Chamber Music Series 49th Season
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NOVA Chamber Music Series' 49th Season opens on September 27 at 3 pm at Libby Gardner Hall. The concert features Kenji Bunch’s Lost Freedom, which was created in collaboration with actor George Takei, who experienced incarceration in a Japanese-American internment camp as a child. We are proud to present Plan-B Theatre’s Artistic Director Jerry Rapier as narrator for this work. The concert also features music by Franz Schubert and a world premiere by University of Utah Professor Jessica Rudman.
Use promo code OSHER for a 15% discount!
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Are you interesting in contributing to research investigating brain mechanisms of memory among older adults? The Lifespan Motor Neuroscience and Sleep Motor Memory Lab under the direction of Dr. Bradley King and Dr. Genevieve Albouy are recruiting for a study investigating learning and memory in older adults. They are looking for participants between 18 -35 or greater than 55 years old to participate in an experiment that examines the neural processes underlying memory using non-invasive brain stimulation. If you would like to contribute to their research or if you know someone who would be interested, please contact them directly for more information: SleepMotorMemoryLab@utah.edu
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- 55 years old or older
- Right-handed
- No medical, neurological, psychological or psychiatric conditions
- No sleep disorders
- No musicians or professional typists
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Compensation? Yes! $60
Where?
HPER E Research complex (250 1850E)
Imaging and Neurosciences Center INC (729 Arapeen Dr)
We provide free parking!
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Salt Lake City School District is collecting public comments, both in person and written for those who cannot attend their board meetings and conducting a survey. They are currently asking the public for feedback on how best to use the now closed and vacant Salt Lake City school building properties. Mary W. Jackson, M. Lynn Bennion, and Hawthorne. Community input is essential to this process. They want to hear from you, our community members, neighbors, and stakeholders. You are invited to take a short completely anonymous survey now through the end of September to tell them what matters most to you as they plan the future of these sites. You can also comment as a matter of public record for their board meetings.
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