Lifelong Learning

Writing for Healing and Growth (ONLINE)

Monday, July 6, 2020 | 10:00-12:00pm

Anyone who has ever kept a journal, written stories about his or her life, or just let the pencil do the talking knows that writing is indeed a powerful instrument for fulfillment, growth, and healing. Writing that comes from the heart and mind gives expression to that which is uniquely us. Experience the adventure of writing in this weekly workshop. The emphasis is on—but is not limited to—the writing of memoirs. This is not a critique group; it is designed to provide the support that people need to tell their stories. Strict rules of privacy and confidentiality will be observed. Leonard Tuchyner facilitates. Members only, limited availability, $15 per month. 

PLEASE EMAIL JENNIFER CREWS at jennifer@thecentercville.org IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING THIS GROUP. CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL.

Members only.

Location: Online

Online Watercolor Class starts June 30

Tuesday, July 7, 2020 | 11:00-12:30pm

This class is held each Tuesday for four weeks until July 21st

Jane Skafte offers a judgment-free opportunity to explore watercolor in this four-week online Zoom class for beginning and intermediate artists.  It is all about enjoying creative exploration in color. The subjects will be from reference photos that Jane will send via email links prior to our meetings. In each class session, a variety of techniques and strategies for experimenting with materials will accompany instruction in basic brush skills, transparent layering and color mixing.

Jane is creating a private Facebook group for those who would like to share their finished work online and get feedback from Jane and other participants.

Participants will receive an email shortly before class with the zoom meeting link and ID number.

Open to all, but space is limited; please register below. 

Supply list:

Watercolor paper 140lb, size 12″ x 16″ or similar

Pencil

Painting palette for watercolor paints 

Water container

Paper towels or a rag

Brushes: there is a pretty good synthetic set at Michael’s, Artist loft set: 

Wash brush (1")

Flat brushes (sizes 10, 6)

Round brushes (sizes 10, 3, 5, 1)

Filbert brushes (sizes 6, 4, 1)

Winsor & Newton® Cotman® Watercolors Sketchers' Pocket Box  OR: if you have paint already or want to add to your supply: (The individual colors are suggested, don’t worry if you have another brand that calls the color by another name. You need the primary colors in both warm and cool (e.g. warm blue is purplish and cool blue is greenish)

Two reds:  for example, Alizarin Crimson and permanent red or Cadmium red

Two blues: for example, Cobalt Blue or Ultramarine and Cerulean blue 

One or two greens: for example, Hookers green or sap green

Two yellows: for example, Lemon yellow and Gamboge

Nice colors to have (can be added later): Raw sienna, burnt umber, ivory black, paynes gray, quinacridone rose

Open to all.

Location: Online

Seats available: 14

Beginning Spanish (ONLINE)

Tuesday, July 7, 2020 | 1:00-2:00pm

In this year long course we use Conversational Spanish in 7 Days by Shirley Baldwin and Sarah Boas since it focuses on the most common, everyday situations you’ll encounter in Spanish-speaking countries.  Everything is explained in clear, concise English so if you have to miss a class, you can easily keep up with what we are doing in class.  We meet three times a month, and cover about a lesson a month:  during September-December we work with learning the present tense of regular verbs, in January we learn how to use object pronouns, and then in February add irregular verbs, in March stem-changing verbs, and in April reflexive verbs as we talk about daily activities.  In May we turn to a past tense, the present perfect, and then in June look forward, to the future tense.  Finally in July and August we end our year’s study of Spanish by working with the two simple past tenses.

If you are looking for a basic course in Spanish, and can commit to spending at least two to three hours a week (ideally 20-30 minutes a day!) studying Spanish, then this is the course for you!  But if you just want to learn a few phrases for travel, this course is more than you really want.  

For more information on this class, contact program leader, Helen Ida Moyer.

Open to all.

Location: The Center

Intermediate Spanish (ONLINE)

Tuesday, July 7, 2020 | 2:10-3:10pm

Intermediate Spanish  (Tuesdays at 2:10 pm)

In this year long course we use McGraw Hill’s Spanish Conversation by Jean Yates in the series of “Practice Makes Perfect”.  The text serves as a guide for expanding your conversational fluency through the use of realistic everyday dialogues.  The exercises in the text will be complemented by handouts that include personal questions which make use of the expressions presented in each lesson.  During September and October we shall be reviewing the two key simple past tenses, the preterit and imperfect, which were introduced at the end of the Beginning Spanish course.  In this course the student’s knowledge of the basic structure of the language will be expanded to include complex sentences with dependent noun, adjective, and adverbial clauses which often require the use of the subjunctive mood. 

For information on the class, contact program leader, Helen Ida Moyer

Open to all.

Location: The Center

Current Events Talk - July 8 (ON SITE)

Wednesday, July 8, 2020 | 10:00-11:00am

2^nd and 4^th Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 am -  NOW BEING HELD AT THE CENTER!

Welcome to the program! Meetings are designed to encourage an enjoyable discussion about important issues. The discussion leader will highlight the major issues during the first five minutes of the event. Then input is welcome. The discussion leader will keep the conversation balanced, making sure that all who wish to speak have the opportunity. We are committed to sponsoring friendly and civil discussions. We want to respectful of all opinions, different points of view. All ideas about the important topics of our times are welcomed.

You are welcome to send suggestions about interesting topics for discussion. Please send your ideas to RBTKLB@gmail.com. In the heading of your email message, indicate “Current Events Suggestions”   

July 8 topic

“Immigration Reform: Past, Present and Future.” Join Jim Donahue from the Charlottesville History Club for a vibrant discussion.  He will recap the various immigration measures that Congress has taken over the previous 30 years and then open the floor for discussion.

Debates about immigration have been around a long time but have heated up in the past ten years.

Some stress that America is a nation of immigrants. They point to the hard work of immigrants in farming and building and the immigrants’ contributions in science and technology. Protect the youths who grew up here (DACA), they urge, and keep the doors of opportunity open for newcomers!

Others warn that millions of people want to move here because of troubles in their countries. We cannot accept everyone who wants to come to the USA. Immigration should be limited to those who will not be a burden on our schools, hospitals, and social services. Also, we should not let immigrants take jobs away from Americans, especially during a pandemic and recession.

What do you think? What lessons do you draw from our history of immigration, and what should our leaders do about the many people who want to come here?

Open to all.

Location: The Center

Online Sketching Class with Jane Skafte

Wednesday, July 8, 2020 | 1:00-3:00pm

This class is held each Wednesday for four weeks until July 22nd

This Sketching class enables you to discover your own style and develop a kind of shorthand that helps you find a way of working that "summarizes" the overwhelming amount of detail in any subject. You will learn to record what you see and represent it in the most economical way.

We will cover sketching, doodling and noodling, which is shading with pencil and ink to show light and dark and texture. I will be referring to Bert Dodson's books "Keys to Drawing" and "Keys to Drawing with Imagination" for exercises (both available on Amazon) and will send PDFs of material that we will cover in advance of your class.

Participants will receive an email shortly before class with the zoom meeting link and ID number.

Recommended Supplies:

Sketchbook with paper recommended for mixed media

index cards

several pencils (hard and soft)

pencil sharpener

erasers

drawing pens

Open to all.

Location: Online

Sorry, this event has sold out!

Reading for Pleasure (ON SITE)

Thursday, July 9, 2020 | 12:00-1:00pm

If you enjoy robust literature written by a variety of authors but only have a little extra time to read each week, this may be the program for you.  Participants read the week's selection at the start of each session, then discuss their thoughts on the piece. Free to members, but first time guests are welcome! Sandra Garret is the program leader.

Members only.

Location: The Center

Socrates Cafe™ (ON SITE)

Thursday, July 9, 2020 | 3:00-5:00pm

Meet the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month

Socrates Café is a group of people who are interested in discussing topics which arouse philosophical ideas and thoughts among the members of the group. Any source if fair game, from education to politics, religion to cultural attitudes; lively discussion takes place no mattter what the discussion. Chris Phillips, author and co-founder of The Society for Philosophical Inquiry, developed the idea of Socrates Café™ to do as Socrates did, bring philosophy to the every day individual: “It's a dialogue where people discover their unique philosophical perspectives and worldviews as they lock hearts and minds with other people.” Join our gatherings at which participants propose and choose the questions and take turns facilitating the discussions. To learn more about the concept, visit www.philosopher.org. 

Members only.

Location: The Center

Supporting Local Trees (ONLINE)

Thursday, July 9, 2020 | 3:00-4:00pm

How to Support Urban and Rural Trees in the Charlottesville Area

The Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards (CATS) mission is to "support rural and urban forests and promote knowledge and understanding of the value of trees for present and future generations." Tree Steward Tim Maywalt will teach us how to identify various trees, care for and protect them, and recommend what trees to choose for planting in your own backyard.  Projects of the Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards include: woodland restoration at Ivy Creek Nature Center by removing non-native invasive plants, creating and implementing Tree Steward training classes, and holding tree sales. There will be time for questions and discussion following Tim's presentation. 

Tim moved to Charlottesville from Northern Virginia where he was a 2011 graduate of TreeStewards Arlington and Alexandria. He has been a volunteer at Monticello, removing and controlling invasive English ivy at the World Heritage site.

Carolyn Merrick is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 869 2921 6068
 

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Meeting ID: 869 2921 6068
 

Open to all.

Location: Online

Writing for Pleasure (ONSITE)

Friday, July 10, 2020 | 12:00-2:00pm

What you have to say matters ... Why not say it in writing? Come discover and share your best style! All genres and experience levels welcome. Weekly "Writing for Pleasure" meetings are members only, but monthly coffeehouses are open to all.  As always, free and open to the communities. Coffee provided. Munchies to share welcomed.

Members only.

Location: The Center

Contact: Sandra Garrett sandrag992@gmail.com

Online Watercolor Pencils Class - Beginning and Intermediate

Friday, July 10, 2020 | 1:00-3:00pm

This class is held each Friday for four weeks until July 10th

Join Joanne Coleman for this multi-ability level class using colored pencils. Online using the zoom platform, learn how to: Blend multiple colors to create a unique effect on your painting, use your pencils to create shading, lines, and shadow to give dimension, and combine colored pencil with watercolor pencil for a lovely sunny effect.  A professional artist for twenty years, Joanne took art classes both in college and with private tutors. 

Class fee = Standard Members and Guests - $45.00

       Prime Members – included in membership fee, but registration is still required

Materials needed:

• Set of colored pencils - primary colors - at least 6-8
• pencil sharpener
• 10x12 inch drawing paper
•  watercolor pencils (usually come in a tin, available at art stores and Amazon.com)
• 3 small inexpensive paint brushes.

Open to all.

Location: Online

Seats available: 1

Money & You with Jorgen Vik (ON SITE)

Tuesday, July 14, 2020 | 10:00-11:30am

* Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network and SKV Group, LLC are not legal or tax advisors. You should consult with your attorney, accountant and/or estate planner before taking any action.

Jorgen Vik, CFP®, is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and partner of the SKV Group, LLC, a Charlottesville based wealth management company. Jorgen has worked in the financial services industry since 2001. Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN), Member SIPC. SKV Group is a separate entity from WFAFN.

Open to all.

Location: The Center

CyberSecurity Basics: Protecting your Personal Data at Home (ONLINE)

Tuesday, July 14, 2020 | 2:00-4:00pm

This special presentation for Center members will focus on the fundamental principles and best practices every home computer user should know in order to keep their personal and financial information safe from online threats. Phil Jadeborg, CEO and Founder of PJ Networks Computer Services, will start with the basics of how data can get compromised and explain the concepts behind “malicious code”, breaking everything down into plain English using easy-to-understand analogies with real life examples that he has encountered during his 25-year career in Information Technology (IT). So, whether you want to know how phishing e-mails really work and how to spot one when it arrives in your Inbox, or when a phone call “from Microsoft” should make you very suspicious, you won’t want to miss this fun and informative virtual live event!  No prior knowledge of advanced computer concepts required.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83216542303

Meeting ID: 832 1654 2303
 

Phone connection only, dial
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Meeting ID: 832 1654 2303

 

Open to all.

Location: Online

Dedollarization - The US Dollar and Global Economic Leadership (ONLINE)

Thursday, July 16, 2020 | 3:00-4:00pm

As new world economic powers rise, some countries have begun to question their dependence on the United States Dollar. The world's primary reserve currency for just over 75 years, the Dollar's dominance is now being challenged as countries move to conduct trade in their national currency or adopt new reserve currencies entirely. Join us for a discussion of this trend, known as dedollarization, and its implications for the United States' global economic leadership. Julian Waters is a Charlottesville/Albemarle native who ran for the Albemarle County School Board prior to attending George Mason University, where he studies Government and Public Policy. 

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 881 8688 7759
 

Join by phone only:
         (646) 558 8656
Meeting ID: 881 8688 7759

 

Open to all.

Location: Online

Mixed Media Workshop (ON SITE)

Monday, July 20, 2020 | 1:00-3:00pm

2 sessions, July 20th and 27th 1-3 pm

Joanne Coleman has created a fun and interesting class that uses acrylic paints, a gel medium, and organic materials on canvas to create a unique landscape all your own. Learn how to: mix colors properly, use organic materials from the garden to create a painting, and glaze a painting with acrylic medium. A professional artist for twenty years, Joanne took art classes both in college and with private tutors. Open to the community.

Class fee = Standard Members and Guests –  25.00

                Prime Members – included in membership, but registration is still required

Materials fee = $20.00 for all participants, payable to instructor at time of class

Open to all.

Location: The Center

Seats available: 6

Zoom Bingo and Trivia Time (ONLINE)

Monday, July 20, 2020 | 2:30-3:30pm

Are you ready to have some FUN? Join us for a Zoom session of Online Bingo and Trivia. We'll play 4-5 games of Bingo interspersed with Trivia questions everyone can have a crack at answering (no Googling allowed!). Five and ten dollar gift certificates, as well as other mystery prizes will be awarded - winners can pick up prizes and get a tour of The Center. Simply register and you will be emailed a Zoom link, a Bingo card and game instructions closer to the date. Register today - spots are limited! 

Members only.

Location: Online

Meditation - Living Life Fully (ONLINE)

Tuesday, July 21, 2020 | 2:00-3:00pm

Meditation is a practical activity that can provide tangible benefits that can improve our outlook on life. This program meets online via zoom on the Third Tuesday of every month, and provides an introduction to meditation - it's nature, general goals, and simple techniques. Benefits of different meditation types will be discussed and participants' experiences are invited. A very simple and gentle form of meditation will be presented that requires no physical flexibility or special capabilities. There will be a short sitting of 10-15 minutes at each program.

Gerry Gorman, recently retired engineer, engineering manager, and business development executive has been a student and practitioner of meditation for over 40 years. He describes a very practical form of meditation and explores how a meditation practice can help each of us develop a healthier perspective to fully appreciate life. He and his wife, Penny, have been married for 38 years and have two grown sons. 

Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 873 4511 2031

free

Open to all.

Location: Online

5 Element Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (ONLINE)

Wednesday, July 22, 2020 | 3:00-4:00pm

Five Element Acupuncturist Jamie Paxton will introduce Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. You will learn what to expect from acupuncture treatment, the myriad of symptoms and conditions for which acupuncture treatments are recommended, and how Chinese Medicine can enhance the quality of your life.

Jamie Paxton, M.A. in Acupuncture, embraces a holistic approach to treatment and addresses both physical and emotional well-being in her practice. She has also completed study in Chinese and Western Herbalism and advanced pulse diagnosis. Chinese Medicine has been a great source of healing in her life, inspiring her to share this medicine with others.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 842 2346 7880
 

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Meeting ID: 842 2346 7880

 

Open to all.

Location: Online

Intro to Kayaking at Beaver Creek Reservoir (Off Site)

Thursday, July 23, 2020 | 4:30-6:30pm

Learn how to confidently paddle a kayak on a lake with an instructor from the Rivanna River Company. You will learn about the equipment, terminology, and techniques of launching, landing, and maneuvering in a sit-on-top kayak. This session is suitable for beginners and anyone else who wants to improve their paddling skills and enjoy a summer evening on the water. All necessary equipment is provided. Social distancing will be observed by the instructor and participants during this all-outdoor class. Registration required. Prime Members $60.00, Standard Members and Guests $70.00.  (Min: Participants= 6 Max Participants = 14)

Beaver Creek Reservoir Boat Ramp Parking Directions from Charlottesville: Take State Route 250 West towards Crozet; Cross over Mechums River, take immediate right onto State Route 680 Browns Gap Turnpike; Turn left into Park on Beaver Creek Park Road and follow this road until it ends at the boat ramp parking lot.  (Apparently using the address can be misleading in google maps)

Open to all.

Location: Beaver Creek Reservoir - Off Site

Seats available: 14

Book Group (ONLINE)

Wednesday, August 5, 2020 | 11:00-12:00pm

This enthusiastic group meets monthly to discuss items of current mutual interest – mainly contemporary works, fiction and non-fiction.  Participants make suggestions, the group selects the books for group reading, and everyone enjoys sharing their impressions and feedback on the work of the month.

To join the July Zoom discussion, click on this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89087762468

If joining by telephone, call

+1 646 558 8656  

Upcoming Selections:

July 1: The Red Address Book by Sofia Lundberg

August 5:  People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks    

September 2: Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates      

Members only.

Location: Online

Contact: Rosemary Connelly, Book Group Leader rdconnelly@embarqmail.com

Apple/Mac Users Group

Thursday, August 6, 2020 | 1:00-3:00pm

Apple/Mac classes are held for both new and experienced Apple product users. Clay Sisk coordinates meetings; contact him via email to receive weekly program announcements. In the first hour, some Mac basics and utilities for new users are covered, and then other topics as detailed on their email announcement. In the second hour, iPad and iPhone basics and accessories are covered. If you want to be on the Apple/Mac email list, send a message to Clay Sisk at siskva@mac.com This mailing has many valuable links for Apple/Mac users. Free for Senior Center members.

Members only.

Location: The Center

Contact: Clay Sisk

Investors Forum - First Friday

Friday, August 7, 2020 | 10:00-11:30am

Investors meet twice a month to discuss the stock and bond markets, and investment strategies.  After general discussion, we usually focus on a specific topic.  No money is collected or invested by this group.  Investors of all levels are welcome.  

A related Health of the Market website is updated every Saturday.

A list of favorite investment websites can be found here.

Members only.

Location: The Center

Contact: Bruce Saunders at (434) 245-0605 or saundershsd@earthlink.net for more information or to join the e-mail notification list.

Central Virginia Dowsers

Sunday, August 9, 2020 | 1:00-3:00pm

Dowsing is an ancient art of searching for information with or without the assistance of a tool such as a forked stick or pendulum. Surveyors, archaeologists, health practitioners, business men and women and more use this art for information and to solve problems. The Central Virginia Dowsers invite you to learn about the art of dowsing and how it can be used in almost every aspect of life.  Beginners and experienced welcome! For more information, contact Roxanne Louise at 434-263-4337. 

Members only.

Location: The Center

Block Printing Basics - Print at Home, Learn Online (ONLINE)

Monday, August 10, 2020 | 10:00-12:00pm

Monday, August 10th, 10-12pm and Tuesday, August 11th, 10-12pm

Learn the block printing process from start to finish while creating a canvas bag with your own design. Register to order artist Emily Wool’s block printing kit (15% of sales goes to PHAR Public Housing Area Redevelopment) which provides everything you need to start on your block printing adventure. You will learn to create your own design for printing on fabric including sketching techniques, what to keep and what to take away during the carving process, and how to design a “good” block for printing. Kits will arrive at The Center a week before the online instruction classes – you can pick it up before the online class. Emily runs her block printing business Emily Ruth Prints from her home and is delighted to share her skill and expertise with us. Click here to register. Class fee 70.00 for Standard Members and Guests, 60.00 for Prime members.

Open to all.

Location: Online and at home

All Things Digital

Monday, August 10, 2020 | 1:00-2:00pm

Open to all.

Location: The Center

Intro to Paddleboarding (SUP) at Walnut Creek Park (Off Site)

Thursday, August 13, 2020 | 4:30-6:30pm

Learn how to confidently paddle a Standup Paddleboard on a lake with an instructor from the Rivanna River Company. You will learn about the equipment, terminology, and techniques of launching, landing, and maneuvering a standup paddleboard. Participants will first learn to paddle from a kneeling position and then, when they feel ready, will have a chance to try out standing. It is easier than most people think it will be! This session is suitable for beginners and anyone else who wants to improve their paddling skills and enjoy a summer evening on the water. All necessary equipment is provided. Social distancing will be observed by the instructor and participants during this all-outdoor class. Registration required. Prime Members $60.00, Standard Members and Guests $70.00. 

Walnut Creek Park Boat Ramp Parking Lot Directions from Charlottesville: Take Route 29 South; Turn left onto Route 708 (Red Hill Road); Turn right onto Route 631 (Old Lynchburg Road); The park is 1/2 mile on the left. Follow park entrance road for 1/4 mile to right turn into parking lot at lake.  (4250 Walnut Creek Park Road, North Garden, VA 22959)

Open to all.

Location: Walnut Creek Park - Off Site

Seats available: 12

Elder Law with Doris Gelbman - Online

Tuesday, August 18, 2020 | 10:00-11:30am

Open to all.

Location: Online

Investors Forum - Third Friday

Friday, August 21, 2020 | 10:00-11:30am

Investors meet twice a month to discuss the stock and bond markets, and investment strategies.  After general discussion, we usually focus on a specific topic.  No money is collected or invested by this group.  Investors of all levels are welcome.  

A related Health of the Market website is updated every Saturday.

A list of favorite investment websites can be found here.

Members only.

Location: The Center

Contact: Bruce Saunders at (434) 245-0605 or saundershsd@earthlink.net for more information or to join the e-mail notification list.

Long Term Care Insurance Q&A

Friday, August 21, 2020 | 11:00-12:00pm

Tracy Meade will guide you through any questions you have about long term care insurance. If you have inquiries about an existing policy, you are welcome to bring the policy with you. Please note that space is very limited; there are only 2 appointments available each month. Please register at the Welcome Desk. (434) 974-7756.

Members only.

Location: The Center

Intro to Canoeing at Beaver Creek Reservoir (Off Site)

Thursday, September 10, 2020 | 4:30-6:30pm

(Participants need to sign up in pairs who will paddle the tandem canoes together.)
Learn how to confidently paddle a canoe on a lake with an instructor from the Rivanna River Company. You will learn about the equipment, terminology, and techniques of launching, landing, and maneuvering in a tandem (2-person) canoe. Participants will need to sign up in pairs with someone with whom they are already in close contact. With a little instruction, participants will discover the joy traveling across the water in this classic watercraft. This session is suitable for beginners and anyone else who wants to improve their paddling skills and enjoy a summer evening on the water. All necessary equipment is provided. Social distancing will be observed by the instructor and participants during this all-outdoor class. Register here. Prime Members $60.00, Standard Members and Guests $70.00.  

Beaver Creek Reservoir Boat Ramp Parking Directions from Charlottesville: Take State Route 250 West towards Crozet; Cross over Mechums River, take immediate right onto State Route 680 Browns Gap Turnpike; Turn left into Park on Beaver Creek Park Road and follow this road until it ends at the boat ramp parking lot.  (Apparently using the address can be misleading in google maps)

Open to all.

Location: Beaver Creek Reservoir - Off Site

Seats available: 16