Reader's Choice The first book will be "The First Ladies" by Marie Benedict.
Join us monthly for a lively discussion of the book and author of the month. With the exception of the first month, the group will decide which book we will read.
Instructor: Pat Russell Members: $8; General Public: $13
Course #: LIT152 | Room: Room 2 Day of Week | Date | Time : M | 7/14/2025 - 12/8/2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM This class meets 6 times Seats Available: 3 This course meets: July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, and Dec. 8. The first book will be: The First Ladies by Marie Benedict.
This workshop is designed for those who enjoy writing short fiction. Led by published writers, each session will include a facilitated discussion of one or more of the critical ingredients of fiction writing along with the opportunity to share, review and discuss individual group members' writing. The workshop is based on the concept that feedback from peers can contribute to a writers' confidence and creativity. The goal is to build writing skills and help one another to strengthen things like story lines and character development.
If you enjoy writing and have a creative bent our monthly meetings will inspire you to dig deeper. You will spend time with other writers, some published, some not, all whom, regardless of their level experience, want to exchange ideas with other writers, and by doing so, improve their own craft. As an example, we will work on character development, story content, writing convincing dialog and the importance of Show-don't tell.
Course #: WRI107 | Room: Room 1 Day of Week | Date | Time : W | 7/16/2025 - 12/10/2025 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM This class meets 6 times Seats Available: 4 Class meets: July 16, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, Nov. 12 & Dec 10, the last class will meet in room 2.
This presentation traces the history of the German medical system under Hitler from the rise of Nazism to the end of World War II. Different aspects of the Nazi medical structure is covered including the implementation of their sterilization program, euthanasia program, shift in medical education, and concentration camp experiments. The role of Mengele is discussed as well as the relevance of Nazi medicine and experiments to our contemporary medical ethics. This lecture was based on the book "Nazi Medicine" by Robert Lifton, complemented by other references and enlightened by personal visits to the Dachau and Auschwitz concentration camps.
Having been a newspaper reporter for more than 35 years, Lori Szepelak has had her share of writing obituaries. In this class, attendees will be given examples of how obituaries have evolved over the decades, and a handout will provide a helpful outline and sample of what one should consider in his/her obituary.
Instructor:Lori SzepelakMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #: WRI119 | Room:Room 2 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 10/30/2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Seats Available:9
One of the first lessons that Lori Szepelak learned from her first newspaper editor more than 40 years ago was simple - “There is a story around every corner and it is your job to find it!” Throughout her career as a reporter - she took that message to heart and sought out human interest stories that would connect with readers. In this program, she will talk about her passion for getting the story - and how connections always led her to interesting people, places and things. Now residing at OTOW, she is the “editor” of her neighborhood newsletter and will share ideas for those wishing to start their own newsletter which promises to bring neighbors together in a new light.
Instructor:Lori SzepelakMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #: WRI120 | Room:Room 2 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 11/4/2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Seats Available:8
Life's a rollercoaster, right? Have we ever stopped to think about all the lessons we've learned along the way? In this class, we're going to take a trip down memory lane, from our high school days and beyond, and look at the lessons we've learned that has brought us to where we are today.
So, are you ready to go back in time and write a note to your younger self? It is hoped this transformative experience will provide profound insights and personal enlightening.
Instructor:Lori SzepelakMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #: WRI122 | Room:Room 2 Day of Week | Date | Time:M | 11/10/2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Seats Available:10
Do you have a story to tell? Is it compelling? Inspiring? Thought-provoking? Have you been held back telling that story because the idea of writing a book seems daunting? Join author Lori Szepelak as she takes you through the steps she used for the three books she has self-published through Balboa Press, a division of Hay House. If you are up to the challenge - and have the financial resources - perhaps it is time to take the plunge and write the next New York Times best seller! There will be time to share your own book ideas if you'd like to receive feedback from attendees. It is never too late to share your story if you feel compelled to do so!
Instructor:Lori SzepelakMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #: WRI121 | Room:Room 3 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 11/18/2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Seats Available:7
Life's a rollercoaster, right? Have we ever stopped to think about all the lessons we've learned along the way? In this class, we're going to take a trip down memory lane, from our high school days and beyond, and look at the lessons we've learned that has brought us to where we are today.
So, are you ready to go back in time and write a note to your younger self? It is hoped this transformative experience will provide profound insights and personal enlightening.
Instructor:Lori SzepelakMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #: WRI122 | Room:Room 1 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 12/4/2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Seats Available:10
Mortality is a subject many would rather avoid. Leo Tolstoy's novella "one of he most lacerating works of literture ever written, a hard, pitiless stare into the abyss, not just of death, but of human nature" allows us breathing room to investigate it through one man an how he faces dying and those close to him.
Reading the book is a prerequisite for the class discussion. This is not a lecture. The book can be purchased online for $.99 and may be free on some sites.
Instructor:Emmett CoyneMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #: LIT151 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 12/9/2025 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Seats Available:14
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Join us monthly for a lively discussion of the book and author of the month. With the exception of the first month, the group will decide which book we will read.
This workshop is designed for those who enjoy writing short fiction. Led by published writers, each session will include a facilitated discussion of one or more of the critical ingredients of fiction writing along with the opportunity to share, review and discuss individual group members' writing. The workshop is based on the concept that feedback from peers can contribute to a writers' confidence and creativity. The goal is to build writing skills and help one another to strengthen things like story lines and character development.
Having been a newspaper reporter for more than 35 years, Lori Szepelak has had her share of writing obituaries. In this class, attendees will be given examples of how obituaries have evolved over the decades, and a handout will provide a helpful outline and sample of what one should consider in his/her obituary.
Life's a rollercoaster, right? Have we ever stopped to think about all the lessons we've learned along the way? In this class, we're going to take a trip down memory lane, from our high school days and beyond, and look at the lessons we've learned that has brought us to where we are today.
Do you have a story to tell? Is it compelling? Inspiring? Thought-provoking? Have you been held back telling that story because the idea of writing a book seems daunting? Join author Lori Szepelak as she takes you through the steps she used for the three books she has self-published through Balboa Press, a division of Hay House. If you are up to the challenge - and have the financial resources - perhaps it is time to take the plunge and write the next New York Times best seller! There will be time to share your own book ideas if you'd like to receive feedback from attendees. It is never too late to share your story if you feel compelled to do so!
Mortality is a subject many would rather avoid. Leo Tolstoy's novella "one of he most lacerating works of literture ever written, a hard, pitiless stare into the abyss, not just of death, but of human nature" allows us breathing room to investigate it through one man an how he faces dying and those close to him.
