LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAM “To inspire, engage, and serve the lifelong learning interests of individuals 50 and older in eastern North Carolina.”



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L I F E LO N G L E A R N I N G P R O G R A M “To inspire, engage, and serve the lifelong learning interests of individuals 50 and older in eastern North Carolina.” The Lifelong Learning Program (LLP) at East Carolina University (ECU) is for adults 50 and older who want to continue learning in a relaxed atmosphere, without entrance requirements, exams, or grades. The older adults’ desire to learn for the joy of learning and personal fulfillment is the underlying feature of this program. It is easy to join and is affordable. The LLP offers a wide array of learning opportunities designed to: stimulate intellectual and cultural learning, promote social interaction and greater understanding of our world, and broaden horizons in many creative ways. Learning formats include enriching courses and lectures, engaging workshops and seminars, panel presentations, discussion and special interest groups, special events, and more. The LLP is also a venue for older adults to share their skills, expertise, and special interests through active involvement in the program as members, class participants, instructors, leaders and/or volunteers. The major goals of the program are to enhance the lives of LLP members as learners and to encourage a vibrant and growing learning community.

Why Join the Lifelong Learning Program?

A Special Library Service for LLP Members

You will enjoy these benefits when you become a member:

The ECU Joyner Library and Laupus Health Sciences Library provide free borrowing and other services to LLP members. You will need to show your LLP membership card and a valid North Carolina identification card. The libraries will register you as a Cooperative Member. For detailed information on their services, visit http://www.ecu.edu/ecu/libraries.php. The Circulation Desk phone number for Joyner Library is (252) 328-6518 and (252) 7442219 for the Laupus Health Sciences Library.

• Receive a membership card • Receive course catalogs and newsletters • Enjoy discounts on classes and programs • Participate in classes and events • Teach and lead classes • Serve on the Advisory Council and on committees • Meet and network with other members • Receive discounts on select social and cultural events at the University

• Use the services of the ECU Joyner Library and Laupus Health Sciences Library • Receive parking pass for on-campus classes • Enjoy opportunities to volunteer for the LLP program, on campus, and in the community • Serve as ambassador for LLP

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How to Register For Membership: Membership is open to any adult 50 or older. Registration for membership is open throughout the year, and the appropriate fee is due at the time of enrollment. For Courses and Events: Registration for courses and events is open throughout the program year. You may register for all classes of interest to you all at once, or add courses or events after your initial registration. Please enroll by the preregistration date listed for each course in order to ensure a seat and help us avoid course cancellations. Enrollments after preregistration dates will be accepted on a space-available basis.

You may sign up for membership, courses, or events by any of these methods: Mail completed registration form with payment to: Office of Continuing Studies East Carolina University Self-Help Center, Suite 301 Mail Stop 514 Greenville, NC 27858-4353

Walk In: Self-Help Center Third floor, Suite 301 301 Evans Street Greenville, NC 27858

Telephone: (252) 328-9198 or (800) 767-9111

Web: www.ecu.edu/llp

Fax: (252) 328-9342

Refund Policy Registrants may request a refund of a program fee by contacting the Office of Continuing Studies (OCS), in writing to [email protected] or by mail, at least 10 business days before the program begins. A 25% processing fee will be charged. For trips or programs that have incurred expenses well before they begin and have contractual obligations (e.g., transportation, admission tickets, food, and expensive supplies), different refund rules may apply, including a higher program withdrawal fee or no refund at all. The registrant withdrawing from the program will be responsible for any unrecoverable expenses paid to date on his or her behalf. The OCS reserves the right to cancel any class or event due to low enrollment and to substitute faculty or make other changes as needed. If OCS cancels a course or event, you will be notified and given a choice of a full refund or credit toward another program within the membership period.

Class Cancellations Due To Weather/Climatic Conditions All LLP classes, scheduled on or off campus, will be cancelled when the local public schools close to students, as announced by the media, due to bad weather or catastrophic events. You may check the LLP website (www.ecu. edu/llp), or call these phone numbers, when in doubt: (252) 328-9198 or 1-800-767-9111.

For More Information and/or Questions Please contact the Office of Continuing Studies at: (252) 328-9198 1-800-767-9111(long distance only) [email protected]

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and he likes to quote the famous artist Michelangelo who at age 87 said, “I’m still learning.”

Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s Spring 2014 Kickoff..........................................................................5 Computers and Technology..........................................................6 History..................................................................................................10 Religion................................................................................................13 Nutrition and Health.......................................................................15 Lifelong Learners in the Library.................................................17 The Arts..............................................................................................18 Aging and Retirement Concerns...............................................19 Special Topics...................................................................................24 Interest Groups................................................................................32 Travel...................................................................................................34 Special Events (Save the Dates)..................................................35 Monthly Calendar............................................................................36 Course/Event and Fee List.........................................................37 Registration Form and Committees........................................38 Program Sponsors and Donation Form................................39

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SPRING 2014 KICKOFF Making Every Day A Learning Adventure Featuring: Art “Almost Andy” Fettig Art is considered a “Motivational Humorist”, author, and Andy Griffith look-alike. He believes that every day should be a learning adventure and he likes to quote the famous artist Michelangelo who at age 87 said, “I’m still learning”.

January 11, 2014 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. City Hotel & Bistro 203 SW Greenville Blvd. Greenville, NC 27834

LLP Highlights: • Enrich your minds and meet other people. • Ask questions about our Lifelong Learning Program. • Explore our Spring 2014 courses and events. • Sign up for classes. • Sign up for or renew membership. • Visit our program partners and explore their services. • Explore how you may share your talents and skills with our program.

Seating is limited! Preregisteration is required by January 7. Registration after this date will be accepted as space allows. This event has always been a sell-out; please register early to ensure a seat.

Free admission! Refreshments will be served.

Code: LLPKICKS14 For more information and/or to register, please call (252) 328-9198 or visit www.ecu.edu/llp.

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Facebook 100: How to Start Over 1.3 billion people use social media to stay connected with family and friends. This course will introduce participants to social media. Participants will be taught how to set up a Facebook account and get connected. Topics will include: • Introduction to social media—what are they; what do they do; and why would you want to use them • Introduction to Facebook—how to start; set up profiles; search for friends, family, and groups; add photos; Facebook jargon; and tools

Facebook 101: Start Getting “Friended” and “Liked” Starting out on Facebook can be overwhelming. How does one start making “Friends” and getting “Liked”? What does that mean? This course will teach you that and more. You will learn about: • Searching for friends, family, and groups • Adding photos and videos • Facebook jargon • Tools and applications Instructor: Jeffery Alejandro.

Instructor: Jeffery Alejandro, Ed.D., is the Program Coordinator for Continuing Professional Education, as well as the Interim Director of the Lifelong Learning Program, Office of Continuing Studies at ECU. He has over 15 years of experience in computers and technology.

Date and time: 1 session Friday, February 28; 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $10 for LLP member; $30 for non-member

Date and time: 1 session Friday, February 28; 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $10 for LLP member; $30 for non-member

Preregister by February 21. Code: LLFB101S14

Preregister by February 21. Code: LLFB100S14

Facebook 102: Building a Facebook Community That Is “Liked” More and more companies, community groups, and civic organizations now have Facebook Groups. Why shouldn’t you? This course will teach you how to set up a Facebook page for your company, group, or organization. Other topics to be discussed will be managing the group, marketing, event invitations and group discussions. Instructor: Jeffery Alejandro. Date and time: 1 session Friday, February 28; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 21. Code: LLFB102S14

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Personal Technology Devices for the Digitally Challenged

Basic Macintosh (Apple) Laptop Computer Class

We all see the TV ads for the latest 3G and 4G personal technology devices. But what are they, what can they do, and do I need one? Do I need a digital camera, a video recorder, and a laptop, or can a smart phone do it all for me? Do I need an e-reader if I have a laptop? Since laptops are so big and heavy, can I just get a Netbook instead? These questions will be addressed during this two-hour discussion.

This class offers a basic introduction to Apple Laptop Computers, finding your way around and understanding the core of the Mac laptop computer, along with organizing files and folders, getting on-line, text editing, getting through the basics and more if times permits.

Instructor: Jeffery Alejandro, see description on page 6. Date and time: 1 session Monday, April 7; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $10 for LLP member; $30 for non-member Preregister by March 31. Code: LLPTECHS14

Windows 8.1 Computers Do you have a new computer with Windows 8.1? Is your new computer Touch or mouse-centric? Are you confused without the Start button? Want to know how to get a Start button? Do you understand Tiles and Charms? How about SkyDrive? Does the App store have anything for you? You just might need this class to make your computing useful and a lot more fun. Come on in and explore the sometimes confusing world of Windows 8.1.

Instructor: Gloria Schwartz has worked with computers since 1969, first in the US Army as a computer and communications specialist, then with Sperry Univac as a specialist and technician, travelling internationally setting up computer sites, and most recently as a Technical Consultant at ECU until her retirement. Gloria has worked on main frames, desktop to laptops, and everything in between. Dates and time: 3 sessions Thursdays, February 20, 27 & March 6; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $25 for LLP member; $45 for non-member Preregister by February 13. Code: LLPMACS14

You Took the Picture, Now What?

You must bring your own Windows 8.1-equipped laptop; LLP does not have any computers with this operating system.

During this seminar, participants will learn what to do with the pictures on their digital cameras. Many models of digital cameras have editing capabilities built into the camera. All you need to do is learn to use these to enhance the photograph you just took. Attendees will need to bring their digital camera with storage media and the directions for that camera, if available.

Instructor: David L. Parke is a retired ECU lecturer.

Instructor: David Parke.

Dates and time: 2 sessions Wednesdays, February 5 & 12; 10:00 a.m. - noon. Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member

Dates and time: 2 sessions Friday, February 7 & 14; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member

Preregister by January 29. Code: LLPWINS14

Preregister by January 31. Code: LLPICS14

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I Have an iPad. Now What Can I Do with It? In this course, we will explore the basic features of the iPad: the home screen, the dock, applications, opening and closing apps, rearranging and deleting apps, the multitasking bar and settings. We’ll even cover a few tips and tricks: hidden special characters, adding PDFs to your iPad and controlling notifications. Instructor: Andrew Cartee is the technology support guru for the Office of Continuing Studies at ECU. Date and time: 1 session Monday, February 17, 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 10. Code: LLPPADS14

iPhone Apps: when, where and how to use them. We love apps! Apps help you get things done quickly, connect with people, and access all kinds of information on your phone. The issue is that you might not know how to use those apps, what they do, or where to go to find more. This course will teach you how to download, use, and manage the apps on your iPhone. Learn how they can help or hurt your phone. Instructor: Jeffery Alejandro, see description on page 6. Date and time: 1 session Friday, April 11; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by April 4. Code: LLPHNS14

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Android Apps Made Easier Have a new Android phone or not know how to use the old one? Well this class will help you use your phone to its fullest potential. This course will teach you how to download, use, and manage the apps on your Android phone and how to put them to good use in your everyday life. Instructor: Jeffery Alejandro. Date and time: 1 session Friday, April 11; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by April 4. Code: LLPAPHS14

C o m p u t e r s a n d Te c h n o l o g y

The Virtual World of Second Life Students will be introduced to the virtual world of Second Life. Each attendee will be able to create an avatar and enter the immersive environment. Students will receive a tour of the ECU educational space and will be given some tools to change their appearance, build an object, and play a game. They will also get to participate in a scavenger hunt, visit Paris and Spain, visit some other educational sites, and more! Instructors: Dr. Patricia J. Anderson is a Professor in the Department of Elementary Education and Middle Grades Education in the College of Education at ECU. Her research explores the use of Second Life in online courses as used to supplement teacher education students in the designing of elementary classrooms. Dr. Maureen Ellis is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Business and Information Technologies Education Department in the College of Education at ECU. Her research explores the use of online courses in traditional, undergraduate education, and assessing the needs of adult learners in non-traditional classrooms. Dr. Sharon Kibbe is Director of the Early College Second Life Program as well as the Second Life and iWeb Folio Administrator at ECU. Her expertise includes work on virtual environments as an estate manager, instructional designer/support, builder, and mentor to students and faculty. She is the author of The Virtual Worlds Handbook which was published in December 2009. Date and time: 1 session Tuesday, March 25; 10:00 a.m. - noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member; fee includes earbuds Preregister by March 18. Code: LLPSLFS14

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History

Pitt County History: ALL New Material This class will cover the history of villages and towns in Pitt County that no longer exist, as well as the formation of Pitt County and Greenville, its buildings and businesses. You’ll also hear about some of the county’s more interesting people. Pictures and historical articles will be available for viewing. Instructor: William B. Kittrell, lifelong resident of Pitt County, is the Historian for the Black Jack Original Free Will Baptist Church and the Pitt County Historical Society. A genealogist and founder of Pitt County Family Researchers, Kittrell is the author of Cemetery Survey of Pitt County, a book of over 800 cemeteries in Pitt County. Date and time: 1 session Friday, February 21; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Sheppard Memorial Library 530 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 14. Code: LLPHISS14

A Concept of Warfare in the Modern Era Infantry units and patrols no longer comb the countryside on foot in search of an elusive enemy. Long marches and search and destroy operations on foot have been replaced by mobile movements using Humvees, tanks, jeeps, helicopters, and aircraft to find the opposition. In addition, increased urban combat has become the norm of battle. The American fighting force on the battlefield is an integrated team with each individual assigned a specific responsibility and capability. It is the total team that wins in the battle. Modern warfare is designed to find the enemy, to rapidly pursue him, to overcome him, and to eliminate him and his objective. Instructor: August Keyes has an MBA-ORSA, with operations research concentrations in personnel and life cycle management of weapons systems. He served in the U.S. Army from 1962-1982 and was the Life Cycle Analyst for the Headquarters, Department of the Army for the Black Hawk and Apache Helicopters and backup for Abrahams tank, Bradley Fighting Vehicle, Multiple Launch Rocket System, and Patriot Missile. He earned three Legions of Merit, three meritorious service medals, two commendation medals, and a Bronze Star. He also served as instructor in the U.S. Army from 1968-1970. Date and time: 1 session Wednesday, March 19; 11:00 a.m. – noon Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $10 for LLP member; $30 for non-member Preregister by March 12. Code: LLPMODS14

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The Battles of Con Thien in the Vietnam War This class will discuss how American units withstood enemy attempts to destroy unit morale and the unit will to fight. Disciplined Marine units hold the line against long range, intermediate range artillery burrages and still maintain courage in battle against numbers weighted in favor of the enemy. Watch the battles unfold as US leaders demand character beyond expectation and sacrifice beyond belief. There is dedication that no one can understand, no one will even believe, yet every participant knew that the team would eventually win. Instructors: August Keyes. Earl Wade is a retired Lieutenant Colonel. He served as Platoon Leader during the Battle of Ap Gu. He completed his MBA at Liberty University in Virginia. Dates and time: 2 sessions Wednesdays, February 26 & March 5; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member Preregister by February 19. Code: LLPCONS14

Commercial Movies of the Vietnam Era This course reviews four commercial films pertaining to the Vietnam War. Emphasis is placed on the dedication of the combatants, the integrity of the United States forces in battle, and the capabilities of American forces to gain and sustain efficiency with all of the environmental constraints. The course will evaluate the impact upon service personnel fighting in an indigenous environment where any local citizen could be an enemy. The availability of ammunition, water, and food, and the impact of the environment on clothing will be evaluated. The North Vietnamese battle tactics also will be discussed. Instructors: August Keyes and Earl Wade. Dates and time: 4 sessions Fridays, March 7, 14, 21, & 28; 9:30 a.m. – noon Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $30 for LLP member; $50 for non-member Preregister by February 28. Code: LLPVIETS14

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First and Second Battles of Fallujah

The Navy SEALs: Past and Present

This is a battle series that includes house-to-house fighting to gain control. This urban fighting is not a normal battlefield for American forces. The demand for additional attention to protection and maneuverability from safety to safety become more important. To win, the enemy must be routed from each house, each hideaway discovered and eliminated. Aggressiveness and willingness to accept loss become increasingly important. This is your opportunity to evaluate modern warfare on the urban battlefield with its door-to-door attacks and its high explosive capabilities.

This class will present an overview of the Navy’s SEAL teams, starting with the Underwater Demolition Teams and the Scouts and Raiders of World War II. The lecture will be augmented by anecdotal accounts of SEALs in action.

Instructors: August Keyes and Earl Wade, see descriptions on page 11. Dates and time: 2 sessions Wednesdays, March 26 & April 2; 10:30 a.m. – noon Location: Cypress Glen Retirement Community 100 Hickory Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member Preregister by March 19. Code: LLPFALUS14

The Battles of El Alamein This pair of classes will examine the Allied and Axis preparations for battle, the Panzer attacks at Deir el Shein with the Eighth Army defenses, the XXX Corps directive to capture Tel el Eisa with the resulting outcomes, and the First Battle of Ruweisat Ridge with New Zealand brigades breaking through minefields to strike elements of the 15th Panzer Division. The Austrian maneuver against the Italian Tenth Division at Miteirya Ridge and the Eighth Army thrust in the second Battle of Ruweisat Ridge also will be covered. Come review the key battles of North Africa for our British Allies that spanned June through November 1942. Instructor: August Keyes. Dates and time: 2 sessions Wednesdays, February 12 & 19; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member Preregister by February 5. Code: LLPALAS14

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Instructor: Capt. Larry Bailey served 27 years on active duty in the US Navy, completing training as a Navy SEAL in 1963. He served as Commanding Officer of Naval Special Warfare Center in Coronado, CA, where all Navy SEALs undergo basic training. He has also had tours of duty in Scotland, Panama, Bolivia, and Colombia, and is a Spanish and Portuguese linguist. Capt. Bailey has been awarded the Bronze Star, the Legion of Merit, and the Meritorious Service Medal. Date and time: 1 session Monday, February 24; 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 17. Code: LLNAVYS14

Religion

The World’s Religions Outside of Christendom This brief survey of the world’s non-Christian religions will take a look at their origins, founders (if any), and basic belief systems. The class is designed to make participants more aware of the backgrounds of the religions we so often hear about in the news but may not have much knowledge of. Instructor: Charles Saunders was awarded his MA degree at ECU. He taught history and comparative religious studies at Pitt Community College for 28 years until his retirement in 2012. During that time he received the college’s highest honor being awarded the Joseph E. Downing Award for Excellence in Teaching in 1993 and an Excellence in Teaching Award from the National Society of Leadership and Success in 2012. Dates and time: 6 sessions Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25; March 4 & 11; 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $40 for LLP member; $60 for non-member Preregister by January 28. Code: LLWORLDS14

The “Lost” Books of the Bible Well, they’re not really lost. They are, however, not very well known. There are some very interesting stories in the Apocrypha, Pseudepigrapha, noncanonical gospels, and other collections; Daniel outsmarting the corrupt priests of Bel, Jesus’ first day at school, and wise counsel from ancient proverbs. We’ll enjoy looking at these texts and as many other stories as we have time, and we’ll give a critical assessment of the historicity of some of these old texts.

Foods During Biblical Times Biblical history virtually begins with an act of eating: Adam and Eve’s taste of the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden. Throughout the Bible, food continues to play an essential role. The act of eating was often much more than a matter of nourishing the body; it was imbued with sanctity. Through a deeper look, we will explore all the fascinating and surprising ways in which food and Scripture are linked, and we will discover that the Bible, the inspiration of our spiritual lives, can be an inspiration in our kitchens and dining rooms as well. Instructor: Laura Nelson is a Registered Dietitian with more than 30 years of experience in foods and nutrition with expertise in many areas of public health. She retired in 2009 as a Captain in the U.S. Public Health Service. Laura co-leads a class “Cooking with the Bible” at St. James United Methodist Church and is currently a member of the LLP Social Events Committee. Date and time: 1 session Wednesday, February 19; 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Alice Keene Center 4561 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 12. Code: LLPFOODS14

Instructor: Calvin Mercer has studied, taught, and written about the Bible and the “lost” books of the Bible for many years. He holds a PhD in Religious Studies and is the director of the Religious Studies Program at ECU. His current research includes the religious and social implications of human enhancement technology. Date and time: 1 session Thursday, February 13; 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 6. Code: LLPLOSTS14

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Confucius and Lao Tzu: The Heart of Chinese Civilization Chinese civilization is remarkable not only for its age (over 4000 years) but also for its continuity and ability to absorb and transform change. Twenty-five hundred years ago, during the “Axial Age” of religion and philosophy, there lived in China two men whose influence is central to Chinese civilization and to East Asian cultures influenced by it, such as Korea and Japan. Lao Tzu was the mystic hermit librarian who revealed the patterns of nature, time, and change. Confucius, his contemporary, was a teacher, civil servant, and advisor to rulers. He developed a code of ethics and morality intended to apply to both the family and the state. Their philosophies are different yet complementary in so many ways. We will study the two men and their teachings and how these ideas transformed and were transformed by Chinese culture, particularly in the development of folk religion. Also we will examine how these ideas continue on in relevance in the modern world. Instructor: Dr. Robert Bunger is an Associate Professor of Anthropology at ECU and specializes in the Anthropology of Religion, focusing on comparative religions and religious change. Date and time: 1 session Saturday, March 1; 9:00 a.m. - noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 22. Code: LLPCHIS14

Understanding Islam, Part I

Understanding Islam, Part II

This course provides an introduction to the religion of Islam in historic and contemporary perspectives. Participants will learn the basic terms of Islamic jurisprudence, leading them to an understanding of Islam and the beliefs and practices of Muslims. Course topics include: reasons for understanding Islam, the life and ministry of Muhammad, the Qur’an, the central beliefs and principal practices, status of women in Islam, Muslim community in history, Muslim personal and communal life, and diversity in Islam.

(You will need to take Understanding Islam, Part I before taking Part II.)

Instructor: Maliha Farhadi, originally from Kabul, Afghanistan, came to the US as a Fulbright scholar and attended graduate school at NC State University. She has an MA in Teaching English as a Second Language and a Master of Library Science from ECU. She worked at the Joyner Library’s Circulation Department and later in the Teaching Resources Center from which she retired in 2011. Teaching foreign students and working with the public for over 36 years has given her a broad understanding of diverse populations. Dates and time: 3 sessions Mondays, February 3, 10, & 17; 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: ECU campus, Joyner Library, Teaching Resources Center (Second Floor) Fee: $25 for LLP member; $45 for non-member Preregister by January 27. Code: LLPISLMS14

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This course will provide details of the beliefs and practice of Islam and will concentrate on who Allah is, the life of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), and the Holy Book of the Qur’an. Participants will learn the Islamic view of creation, its creator, and a human’s purpose of life for the present and hereafter. Instructor: Maliha Farhadi. Dates and time: 3 sessions Tuesdays, March 18, 25, & April 1; 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location: ECU campus, Joyner Library, Teaching Resources Center (Second Floor) Fee: $25 for LLP member; $45 for non-member Preregister by March 11. Code: LLPISL2S14

Nutrition and Health

TEA: Its Culture and Health Benefits

Taking Care of Your Health After 50

Coffee and soda are the mainstays of the American diet, and for health reasons, some people have switched to drinking water. But instructor David Pan presents another alternative, TEA, a drink that is tastier than water and healthier for you than soda. Pan, who was born in China, a tea drinking country, will use his first-hand experience with tea to discuss its long history and culture, and then he will prepare lemon tea for the class to enjoy.

This course will provide an overview of all the vital organs and systems of the human body. It will introduce the students to the cellular structure and functions, as well as organs and functions. The course will also look at how the organ systems interact to allow humans to live and will conclude with information on diet and physical activities that will enhance the body and its function after age 50.

Instructor: David Pan was born in China and educated in the US at New York University-Polytechnic Institute and holds a Masters Degree in Science. Currently he is a Research Associate at ECU. Date and time: 1 session Saturday, March 8; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member An additional fee of approximately $2 will be payable to the instructor to cover the cost of refreshments. Preregister by March 1. Code: LLPTEAS14

Ask the Nutrition Experts Are you trying to eat healthy but are confused by the conflicting information you hear in the media? Join us for a brief presentation on the latest nutrition stories in the media followed by lots of time for your questions about food and nutrition. Two ECU experts will be on hand. Instructors: Dr. Kathy Kolasa, professor emeriti, Brody School of Medicine at ECU, is an internationally recognized medical nutrition educator and has provided a weekly nutrition column for the Daily Reflector since 1986. For 10 years she directed the local Food Literacy program where volunteers received 20 hours of training in food and nutrition in exchange for 20 hours of community service. Kay Kraven is a registered dietitian and a certified diabetes and nutrition instructor in the Department of Family Medicine at ECU. She developed and taught a unit on food preparation for Pitt County high school students and teaches a weekly weight management class and a weekly diabetes class at ECU Physicians. Date and time: 1 session Tuesday, February 4; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Location: Cypress Glen Retirement Community 100 Hickory Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $10 for LLP member; $30 for non-member

Instructor: James Woodley graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BS in Zoology and from Old Dominion University with an MS in Biology. He taught anatomy and physiology at UNC-CH and Elon College and worked as a Biologist at the US Environmental Protection Agency for 10 years until retiring. Dates and time: 3 sessions Mondays, March 17, 24, & 31; 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location: Alice Keene Center 4561 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $25 for LLP member; $45 for non-member Preregister by March 10. Code: LLPHEALS14

Yoga for Seniors Research has proven that a regular practice of yoga can help lower blood pressure, improve posture, strengthen muscles, reduce stress, and lift spirits. This series of 6 classes is an introduction to the practice of yoga. We will learn how to sit, stand, and breathe using proper body alignment. We will progress from these key foundations to learning basic yoga asanas, or postures, connected by gentle movement. All postures can be modified to accommodate each student so that everyone can participate. Each class will close with a period of deep relaxation. Instructor: Cindy Wooten is a registered teacher with Yoga Alliance, and she has a certificate from Duke University’s Integrative Medicine course in teaching therapeutic yoga to seniors. Cindy especially enjoys introducing yoga to people who may not see themselves as yoga practitioners due to concerns about age, flexibility, body size, or inhibitions of any type. Dates and time: 6 sessions Mondays, March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7 & 14; 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: To Be Announced Fee: $40 for LLP member; $60 for non-member Participants will need to purchase a Yoga mat (available at TJ Maxx or Target). Preregister by March 3. Code: LLPYOGAS14

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Beginning Belly Dancing This class will introduce you to Belly Dance (Middle Eastern Folk Dance) and will include a brief history. Basically it is an activity/exercise class; muscle tone and flexibility will be improved. The main portion of the class will focus on developing isolated body movements necessary to perform the dance correctly, followed by the development of traveling steps, turns, and shimmies. Veils will be incorporated. The final portion of the class will be learning choreography that will be danced together by the group. Traditional and modern Middle Eastern music will be used, and basic Middle Eastern rhythms will be identified and explained. Participants will need to wear stretchy clothes, allowing freedom of movement. The dance will be performed in bare feet or socks; flexible dance or gym shoes may be worn. Students will need a scarf that is long enough to be tied around the hips. Instructor: Annette W. Brooks studied Middle Eastern Dance (Belly Dance) with Donna Whitley, a well-known local Belly Dance teacher and performer, as well as with numerous other well-known national and international Belly Dancers. She has performed many times locally and regionally with Mirage, a troupe led and directed by Ms. Whitley. For the past two years, Annette has been teaching basic Belly Dancing at a local gym. Dates and time: 8 sessions Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, & 26; 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Location: To Be Announced Fee: $50 for LLP member; $70 for non-member Preregister by January 29. Code: LLPDANCS14

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Lifelong Learners in the Library

Joyner Library: Preserving Your Memories, An Archival Approach to Managing Digital and Paper Memories In this session, you will learn about preserving paper-based and digital memories. Topics will include digital preservation, file naming, preserving tacit knowledge, and archival methods of preservation. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to present your own material for preservation consultation tips with a workshop on at-home solutions to combating common archival issues including mold, water, and air. Digital preservation of materials for future enjoyment will be discussed. Instructor: Arthur L. Carlson holds Master’s Degrees from ECU in American History and North Carolina Central University in Library Science. He worked as a history instructor in Wayne County, NC Schools until returning to ECU to serve in the University Archives and Records Management Department. Date and time: 1 session Wednesday, March 12; 11:00 a.m. – noon Location: ECU campus, Joyner Library, Room 1020 Fee: $5 for LLP member; $15 for non-member Preregister by March 5. Code: LLPRESS14

Laupus Library: A Healthier U @ Your Library: Finding Quality Health Information on the Internet This workshop will introduce you to the resources and services available in the Laupus Health Sciences Library. Within its physical and electronic collections, Laupus Library provides access to health sciences-related resources. Additionally, this session will give special attention to consumer health resources available through Laupus Library collections, and instruction will be provided for accessing and utilizing these consumer health materials. The session will also include a demonstration on accessing electronic resources and a tour of the facility, including the History of Medicine collection. Instructors: Christine Andresen, MLS, has been with the Laupus Health Sciences Library since 2011. Her areas of expertise are instructional design and technology, electronic resources, mobile resources, and liaison outreach services. Jeffrey Coghill, MA, MLIS, AHIP, has been with the Laupus Health Sciences Library since 2001. His areas of expertise are collection development, electronic resources, and outreach services. He is also an author, editor, and contributor to professional publications. Date and time: 1 session Thursday, March 6; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: ECU Health Sciences campus, Laupus Health Sciences Library, Room 3503 Fee: $5 for LLP member; $15 for non-member

Sheppard Memorial Library: Resources and Services This session gives an overview of traditional and electronic resources and services provided by the local public library system. Special attention will be given to items that may be of interest to seniors. A brief demonstration will be given on accessing electronic resources and a tour of the main facility will be provided. Instructors: Tammy Fulcher is the Head of Adult Public Services, Kim Averette is the Serials Librarian, and Sharon Vaughn is the Readers Advisory Librarian. Date and time: 1 session Thursday, April10; 10:30 a.m. – noon Location: Sheppard Memorial Library 530 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member and non-member Preregister by April 3. Code: LLPSHEPS14

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America’s Great Popular Composers: Their Music, Their Lives and Times This course will be divided in three sessions: 1.) The Life, Times and Music of Johnny Mercer, 2.) Cole Porter, the Man and his Music, and 3.) The Magic of George and Ira Gershwin. Participants will go back to when America’s music was classy, beautiful, and fun. The hits of these legendary composers will be discussed and performed by vocal, keyboard, trumpet, and flugelhorn artist, Ed Wheatley. The instruments used will be demonstrated and discussed. The benefits and strategies for beginning or resuming musical instruction and performance will be presented. These strategies will be helpful to participants and may also assist them in guiding their children/ grandchildren along the musical path. You’ll tap your feet and sing along as Ed sings and plays this lively and beautiful program from the Great American Song Book. Instructor: Ed Wheatley was an “All American” musician, First Chair Trumpeter in the New Jersey All State Symphony, All State Band, and South Jersey Band. He has led his own big band and jazz combos and currently performs with the Emerald City Big Band, the Tar River Community Band, the Tommy Smith Band, the San Luis Valley Big Band, his trio Sentimental Journey, and as a solo concert artist. He is an ECU Professor Emeritus and award winning teacher. Dates and time: 3 sessions Wednesdays, March 26, April 2 & 9; 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $25 for LLP member; $45 non-member Preregister by March 19. Code: LLPCOMPS14

ZenTangle: Relaxation Art ZenTangle is an artistic meditation that supports relaxation, focus, and inspiration. Create beautiful images from multiple repetitive patterns. Anyone who can hold a pen can tangle. Students can plan on learning at least 4 tangles in 3 hours. Everyone will have fun and will see how relaxing ZenTangle is! Instructor: Donna Conroy became a certified ZenTangle instructor in 2008. She holds a BA in Photography/Media and a BS in Psychology from Worcester State University in Massachusetts. Her recent work has appeared in Mixed Media and Art Journals and has been displayed in numerous juried exhibits. Date and time: 1 session Thursday, March 20; 9:00 a.m. – noon Location: Pitt County Council on Aging/Senior Center 4551 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member (includes supplies) Preregister by March 13. Code: LLPZENS14

Beginners Quilting II This class is for beginners who have a basic understanding of the quilting process. The quilt will be a lap-size of 49” x 69”. Sewing machines in class will be helpful but not mandatory; students may choose to do their sewing at home. The quilt is a simple “Log Cabin” block with sashing between the blocks, a border, and binding. The first session will focus on cutting fabrics for the blocks, and subsequent sessions will cover making the blocks, adding sashing, borders, quilting methods, and binding. A cutting mat, rotary cutter, and quilt rulers should be brought to the first session. Fabric requirements will be sent to students so they may purchase fabrics prior to the first session. Instructor: Linda Mandell has been quilting for about 20 years and is an active member in the Greenville Quilters Guild. Dates and time: 4 sessions Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19 & 26; 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Pitt County Council on Aging/Senior Center 4551 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $30 for LLP member; $50 for non-member Preregister by January 29. Code: LLQUILTS14

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Aging and Retirement Concerns

The Road to Medicare It is very important for everyone becoming eligible for Medicare to get accurate information about coverage and delivery options, including supplemental health insurance, Medicare health plans, and prescription drug coverage. Attention to these issues will help you avoid serious and costly problems later. This workshop will help you map your journey to Medicare, highlighting roadblocks and warning signs along the way. Instructor: Christal Curran is the Coordinator of Information, Assessment, and Case Assistance at the Pitt County Council on Aging, where she also serves as Coordinator for the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP). She was recognized as Statewide Coordinator of the Year for SHIIP in 2004. She holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work, along with a Graduate Certificate in Gerontology from ECU. Date and time: 1 session Friday, February 21; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Pitt County Council on Aging/Senior Center 4551 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free to LLP member; $20 for non-member Preregister by February 14. Code: LLPROADS14

Understanding Alzheimer’s/ Dementia and Resources Available This panel discussion will enhance your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia from the perspective of a physician, an Alzheimer North Carolina, Inc. professional, and a residential care director. Alzheimer’s/dementia is a complex disease that impacts families emotionally and financially for a long period of time. This course will provide information about the physiology of the disease, the latest research and treatment, and the resources available to caregivers. Serving on the panel will be a physician, a certified assisted living administrator who will identify the signs that suggest considering a transition to a resident care facility for the benefit of the patient and the caregiver, and a family caregiver who will share a personal journey and lessons learned. Panelists: Tae Lee, MD, a family practitioner and geriatrician, serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the ECU Brody School of Medicine and Director of the Golden Living Center. Kathy Ash, a North Carolina Assisted Living Association Certified Administrator, is the Director of Spring Arbor in Greenville. Tamyra Jovel is the Alzheimer’s North Carolina, Inc. Outreach and Community Development Director. Date and time: 1 session Thursday, April 17; 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: Pitt County Council on Aging/ Senior Center 4551 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free to LLP member and non-member Preregister by April 10. Code: LLPALZS14

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Medication Safety Medications treat diseases, decrease symptoms, and maintain health. Unfortunately they may also cause side effects or other problems. Strategies to use medications safely will be covered including communication with prescribers, reading an over-the-counter medication label, using reminder devices, and making a medication list. Instructor: Ann Marie Nye is a geriatric pharmacist with 11 years of experience. She is an Associate Professor at Campbell University and an Affiliate Associate Professor at ECU. Date and time: 1 session Tuesday, March 25; 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Alice Keene Center 4561 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by March 18. Code: LLPMEDS14

End of Life Care: The Most Important Conversation We’re Not Having This program will address some of the current issues related to the provision of compassionate and appropriate care for people at or near the end of life. Resources currently available in North Carolina for those who wish to best ensure that their wishes for care at this time are honored and respected will also be discussed. The first session will address the current state of care for persons near the end of life including the introduction of palliative care in chronic disease. The second session will focus on the physical, emotional, and spiritual signs and symptoms of the dying process with particular emphasis on how caregivers can be of help at this time. The last session will address more specifically tools available in North Carolina to help persons and their caregivers as they deal with end of life issues. Instructor: Susan Redding has worked for more than 25 years as a nurse and nurse practitioner, working with people dealing with advanced disease. Her practice has included geriatrics, education, hospice, and palliative care in the community and inpatient settings. She is a member of the End of Life Care Coalition of Eastern Carolina and the North Carolina Partnership for Compassionate Care. Dates and time: 3 sessions Thursdays, April 10, 17, and 24; 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Location: Sheppard Memorial Library 530 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $25 for LLP member; $45 for non-member Preregister by April 3. Code: LLPENDS14

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There’s No Place Like Home: Aging with Dignity and Independence As we age, we are presented with many choices to make our senior years more rewarding. We all should have a plan for how we will live our golden years and get the best out of life possible. This class will present options available to older adults and give insights on where senior care is headed in the future. Instructor: Malcolm Smith is the Community Coordinator for SILVERcare in Greenville. Date and time: 1 session, (Greenville) Tuesday, April 1; 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: SILVERcare 2865 Charles Boulevard, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member; $20 for non-member Preregister by March 25. Code: LLHOMEGS14

Repeat Session: Date and time: 1 session, (Washington) Thursday, March 20; 10:00a.m. – 11:00a.m. Location: Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center 310 W. Main Street, Washington, NC 27889 Fee: Free for LLP member; $20 for non-member Preregister by March 13. Code: LLHOMEWS14

Planning for Long-Term Care and How to Protect Assets This course will present a comprehensive examination of the hopes, worries, and needs of families regarding their lifetime health and independence and will identify the steps to achieving a sense of financial security. The course will explore the realities of aging for a generation that is expected to live longer than any previous generation. Information on the NC Partnership for Long-Term Care will be covered for you to understand how this new legislation can be used to protect assets against the high cost of long-term care. This course will identify long-term care planning options, including long-term care insurance and other financing methods, along with features and benefits of the various options. There will be time for discussion, questions and answers, and source material will be available for later reference and follow-up. No selling or recommendations of products or carriers will be included in this course. Instructor: Sharon Alligood is a Long-term Care Specialist and has been serving eastern North Carolina since 2005, with previous experience in Ohio. Date and time: 1 session Thursday, March 27; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Alice Keene Center 4561 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by March 20. Code: LLPLANS14

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Mama Didn’t Leave a List: Legal Issues Related to Estate Planning, Inheritance, Asset Protection, End-of-Life Care Planning, and Estate Administration The course will highlight important laws and practical considerations in estate and end-of-life care planning, as well as estate administration. This course will also cover these topics: the legal documents necessary to ensure that a person’s wishes regarding property distribution, financial management, and end-of-life care are followed; legal issues regarding property transfers, asset preservation, and techniques that may limit financial costs and minimize emotional strain on loved ones; and North Carolina inheritance laws, estate administration and costs related to estate administration, as well as basic estate taxation laws and Medicaid recovery rules. *This course is not intended as a substitute for legal advice for a particular case. However, course participants will gain knowledge necessary to help them make informed choices about estate planning, asset preservation, end-of-life care planning, property transfer, caregiver assistance and estate administration. Instructor: Charlotte-Anne T. Alexander, Attorney at Law (Mattox, Davis, Edwards, and Alexander, P.A.) Dates and time: 2 sessions, (Greenville) Tusedays, March 18 & 25; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Sheppard Memorial Library 530 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member Preregister by March 11. Code: LLMAMAGS14

Repeat Session: Date and time: 1 session, (Washington) Thursday, March 13; 10:00a.m. – noon Location: Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center 301 W. Main Street, Washington, NC 27889 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by March 6. Code: LLMAMAWS14

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Navigating Your Next Adventure: Managing Your Income in Retirement This session is a 45-minute workshop designed for people who are thinking about retiring or who have retired recently. The workshop introduces a number of ideas to help build a reasonable and sustainable strategy for managing income and expenses during retirement. The workshop also explores how to plan upfront for concerns like inflation, health care expenses, and market volatility, as well as how to prepare if things don’t go as expected. Instructor: Gregory A. Weigum has been with Edward Jones as a Financial Advisor since 1988. He holds certification as an Accredited Asset Management Specialist from the College for Financial Planning. He graduated from Missouri Western State University with a BSBA in Business Administration, majoring in Economics and Finance. Date and time: 1 session Tuesday, April 22; 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Pitt County Council on Aging/Senior Center 4551 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member and non-member Preregister by April 15. Code: LLPNAVS14

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Mapping Your Retirement Journey: The Non-Financial Dimensions Are you interested in developing a coherent and holistic map for your journey to retirement? If so, join us in this workshop. You will discover and explore issues that can help you create a “soft landing” when you retire. Designed for pre-retirees and those who recently retired, the workshop will focus on non-financial dimensions, while recognizing the value of finances. Questions you will explore include: • When do I retire? • Where should I live when I retire? • How do health and wellness affect retirement? • Can I afford to retire? • How can I use my time in retirement? • What kind of support systems will I need? • What legal issues do I need to look at? At the last session, a panel of retirees will provide you more tips on how to plan for a satisfying milestone in later life. Instructor: Lolita G. Harbit holds a Ph.D. in Continuing Education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She has several years of experience managing educational programs for adults in California and Greenville. She successfully led ECU’s Lifelong Learning Program in the past two years. With graduate studies in gerontology, she has special interests in retirement and other aging issues. Dates and time: 3 sessions Saturdays, March 29, April 5 & 12; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Sheppard Memorial Library 530 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $25 for LLP member; $45 for non-member Preregister by March 22. Code: LLPMAPS14

Retirement: Transitioning to a Meaningful Life This class will address ways to prepare for a life after retirement that is rich with joy and fulfillment. The instructor, who is himself moving into retirement, will also share his personal insights into the process. Instructor: Frank Dawkins has served as pastor, mental health administrator, religion professor, pastoral counselor/licensed clinical social worker, and the Regional Director of CareNet Counseling East. He is currently transitioning to retirement and works part-time with clergy and congregations in the areas of coaching and consultation. He is a graduate of Wake Forest University (BA), the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky (MDiv, MRE, PhD), and East Carolina University (MSW). Date and time: 1 session Monday, April 21; 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by April 14. Code: LLPRETS14

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Board Gaming: Not Just for Kids Modern Board Gaming has come a long way since the days of Monopoly, Life, and Candy Land. There are multitudes of different board games and board game types on the market, available to all kinds of people. In this class we will explore the different types of Modern Board Games, where to find them locally and online, and how to play. Several well-known games will be explained along with some lesser known board games. Instructor: Leslie Spain has been board gaming for over 10 years. In that time she has taught many different people how to play these games. She is also the advisor to the Board Gaming and Table Top Society at ECU which is a student led society, open to the public, that provides a social arena for people promoting entertainment, critical thinking skills, and stress relief through board games, table top games, RPG games or any other type of game play. Date and time: 1 session Saturday, February 15; 9:00 a.m. – noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 8. Code: LLPGAMS14

Introduction to Bridge Bridge is one of the oldest card games in the world and can be the most challenging one too. Playing bridge helps to develop logic, reasoning, and memory, and anybody can learn to play bridge. Bridge is a partnership game. Bring a partner and learn together. If you don’t have one, we will provide one for you. Those who have some exposure to this game are also encouraged to join and develop new skills to further their knowledge. There are no prerequisites and no prescribed books, but we suggest taking notes during the short, 30-minute lectures. The first class will start with the basic rules and simple concepts of the game, and YOU will be able to PLAY real bridge hands after that. At the beginning of the following classes, we will introduce new features of the game with demonstration hands. During the later part, you will play hands to practice and apply the concept that was presented in the lecture section. We will provide lecture outlines and hand records, with hints and explanations for each class. Extra hand records will be available to practice at home. Questions are always welcome. Instructors: Christopher Carolan teaches statistics in the Department of Mathematics at ECU, and Pal Hargittai is a Support Associate in the Department of Biology. Both are life masters and co-direct weekly duplicate bridge games on Tuesdays and Saturdays at the Pitt County Senior Center. Dates and time: 10 sessions Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 20, 27, April 3, 10 & 17 (NO class March 13); 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Location: Howell Science Building N102 (ECU Campus) Fee: $60 for LLP member; $80 for non-member Preregister by January 30. Code: LLPBRDGS14

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Crossword Construction as a Hobby

Preparing for Emergencies: From House Fires to Hurricanes

This is a course in crossword construction as a hobby and for local use. We will work on four major areas of puzzle construction: theme development, grid construction, grid filling, and clue writing. Students taking this course should bring their own laptop computer, if possible; otherwise a computer will be provided.

In this program, we will review the essentials of preparing a plan to help you have the best possible response to a disaster. You will learn how to assemble an emergency preparedness kit for yourself, your family, and even your pet. Information will be provided on the types of emergencies that may occur where you live, work, or play. We will discuss what you can do to assist your family and community in time of an emergency. Materials will be provided on how to prepare an emergency kit, develop a plan, and find needed resources in your community. Recovery is easier when you are properly prepared for an emergency.

Instructor: Harvey Estes has had his crossword puzzles published in Greenville’s Daily Reflector, as well as in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, the LA Times, Simon & Schuster Publications International, Dell Crosswords, Games Magazine, and many others. Dates and time: 5 sessions Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25, & March 4; 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, Room 300-G 301 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $35 for LLP member; $55 for non-member Preregister by January 28. Code: LLPXWRDS14

Instructor: Neil E. Dorsey has been a Disaster Action Volunteer with the American Red Cross for nearly 30 years and volunteers with the Pitt County Chapter. He is a member of the Emergency Service Team and is a certified trainer. He has worked following many large disasters and has responded to local fires and emergencies in eastern North Carolina. Date and time: 1 session Tuesday, April 8; 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member; $20 for non-member Preregister by April 1. Code: LLPREPS14

Advocacy: The Art of Being Heard by Your Elected Officials This course will review the legislative process at the grassroots level. You vote and have the right to educate your elected officials on the issues important to you and the community. We will review the preparation of your advocacy plan, the research needed, the communication process, meeting with your representatives, the importance of personal contact, preparing correspondence, and coordination of advocacy activities with other groups. A very important part of advocacy is educating your representative regarding the goals of your issues. Big Political Action Committee (PAC) money can influence legislation, but local grassroots advocacy can also impact your local representative. Your vote does count, and through a coordinated advocacy plan, you can influence legislation. Your representative will see hundreds of bills, and they need to be educated about each one. Don’t let the PACs and party leaders tell your representatives what is best for your community. Get involved and be an advocate. Instructor: Neil Dorsey has been an advocacy volunteer for nonprofits in Maryland and North Carolina and has been honored for advocacy work by the American Cancer Society and American Heart Association. He has led advocacy groups and testified before local and state legislators and has 25 years of advocacy experience. Date and time: 1 session Wednesday, April 16; 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $10 for LLP member; $30 for non-member Preregister by April 9. Code: LLPADVOS14

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After the Arrest, What Happens?

Real Energy Savings: always something NEW

What does happen after a person is arrested? This course will move through all levels of correctional programming, from pre-trial programs, incarceration in local detention centers or prisons, probation, paroles and communitybased correctional programs. The instructor will share his experiences as a 38-year veteran of correctional operations. Have you ever wondered what happens when a person goes to jail? What is the daily routine in a jail? Do inmates have more rights than you? What kind of programs are there in jails or prisons, and why? What does a parole or probation agent do? What is the role of a correctional officer? What goes into designing a community-based program? What does a work release program do? We will look at a system that does not select its clients.

By following the information provided in this fast-paced, interactive course, you will see a significant drop in your utility costs and will learn how to calculate what it costs to run everything in your home. Spring class covers how to save on home cooling and includes more information on air-conditioning systems, types of systems, proper operation, home shading and simple do-it-yourself methods to trouble-shoot your own air conditioner and ducts systems. Special information will be provided on building science-related issues for healthy living such as the causes and remedies for mold and mildew. Real props are used for hands-on visual learning. Printed literature will be provided.

Instructor: Neil Dorsey has held multiple positions in corrections, from juvenile probation counselor, law enforcement planner, Director of Administration in a local correctional department, to managing a community-based program. He has been an instructor at the American University corrections program, taught at the Maryland Police and Corrections Academy, and is a Certified Corrections Manager. Neil received his MS in Correctional Administration from The American University. Date and time: 1 session Tuesday, April 22; 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by April 15. Code: LLPARSTS14

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Instructor: Andy Yakim is the Energy Services Supervisor for the Greenville Utilities Commission (GUC) and conducts research and compiles information on the energy-related building sciences. He has worked for over 36 years in the building-related industry and has been with the GUC for 28 years. Dates and time: 2 sessions Thursdays, March 13 & 20; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Sheppard Memorial Library 530 Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member; $25 for non-member Preregister by March 6. Code: LLPREALS14

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Little Free Library: A Global Initiative

An Overview of Community and School Gardens

Little Free Library is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting literacy and community connections. The first Little Free Library was installed in Hudson, Wisconsin in 2009, followed by more in Wisconsin, then more all over the upper Midwest, then more all over the country, and then more still all over the world. There are now somewhere between 5,000 and 6,000 Little Free Libraries in a total of 36 countries all over the globe with more being registered every day. Be inspired by what thousands of people have done to put free books in the hands of children. Learn how you can create a Little Free Library in your community. Check out the website: www. littlefreelibrary.org, join this interesting presentation, and then put your Little Free Library on the map!

This course will explore the history and development of community gardens in the US and abroad. Topics will include the multiple benefits of community gardens, policy which supports or hinders community gardens, causes for the recent resurgence in interest and the current affiliation with both the local and slow food movements. Examples of different types of community gardens will be discussed with an armchair tour of gardens in NYC, San Francisco, Denver, Seattle, and North Carolina. At the end of the presentation, a tour of the Making Pitt Fit Community Garden will be offered for interested participants.

Instructor: Catherine Billingsley has a long history of working retail in numerous bookstores, is an active member of the Friends of Sheppard Memorial Library, and has conducted several Book Fairs to benefit our troops in Iraq participating in United Through Reading. She has been the Program Coordinator for LLP, is the current chair of the LLP Program Committee, and is a member of the LLP Board of Advisors. Date and time: 1 session Friday, February 14; 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member

Instructor: Joni Torres is the Community Garden Technician for Pitt County and the garden coordinator for the Making Pitt Fit Community Garden. One of her early job assignments was to provide technical support to community gardens in Queens, NYC. Joni has a BS in Horticulture and an M Agr. in Economic Entomology. Date and time: 1 session Saturday, February 22; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Alice Keene Center 4561 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by February 15. Code: LLPGARS14

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Pet Behaviors and What to Do If They Need First Aid Your cat or dog may exhibit behavior you do not understand. Why does your cat chew your favorite leather chair? Why does your dog chew up your remote when you leave the house? These questions and others about animal behavior will be answered in the first session. Find out what typical behaviors are for animals and what tactics you might use to get you and your pet on the same wave length. The time will be divided between cats and dogs. The second session will include caring for your pet and tips for first aid procedures. What do you do when your 10 pound poodle eats your Lipitor? Should you accept a peace lily as a gift if you have a cat? The session will include a discussion of common emergencies and a short list of materials needed. Instructor: Dr. Linda Kuhn is the owner of the East Carolina Veterinary Service. She holds a BA from Colby College in Maine and a DVM from North Carolina State, College of Veterinary Medicine. Dates and time: 2 sessions, 4 weeks apart Wednesdays, February 5 and March 5; 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Location: Pitt County Council on Aging/Senior Center 4551 County Home Rd., Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member Preregister by January 29. Code: LLPPETS14

Why a Chimpanzee Is Not a Monkey and Other Aspects of the Lives of Lemurs, Monkeys and Apes This course will cover the evolution and differences between the major groups of primates, prosimians (lemurs and sifakas) New World monkeys (capuchins and howler monkeys), Old World monkeys (baboons and Asian monkeys), and the apes (gibbons, orangutans, gorillas, chimpanzees, and bonobos). The discussion will include the locomotive, social, and mating systems, and cognitive abilities of each of the major groups of primates. The relationship between people and primates in those countries where habitats overlap will be illustrated. The course will include handouts. Instructor: Linda D. Wolfe, PhD, is a professor emerita in the Department of Anthropology at ECU. A biological anthropologist, she taught courses concentrating on primate behavior and human evolution and has 35 years of university experience. Her specialization is the behavior of Asian monkeys. Dates and time: 2 sessions Mondays, April 7 & 14; 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Alice Keene Center 4561 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $20 for LLP member; $40 for non-member Preregister by March 31. Code: LLCHIMPS14

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The Story of the Universe This course is a brief overview of the evolutionary history of the universe. It is meant to introduce participants to information available today that was not as readily available to our generation during our school-age years. It is information our grandchildren are learning in their biology, geology, astronomy, and anthropology classes. Participants will meet every two weeks, and every session will conclude with references for further study. The course’s biweekly schedule is designed to provide adequate leisure time so students can independently access (if they so wish) a variety of materials to deepen their understanding. Instructor: Barbara Glatthorn has an MA in Anthropology and an MSW in Social Work. She has taught on all levels from elementary school to college and is currently a part-time instructor in anthropology at Beaufort County Community College. She has a special interest in the relationship of science and religion as relates to the unfolding story of the evolution of the universe. Barbara also maintains a private practice as a clinical social worker. Dates and time: 4 sessions; class meets every other week! Mondays, February 17, March 3, 17, & 31; 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Alice Keene Center 4561 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $35 for LLP member; $55 for non-member Preregister by February 10. Code: LLPUNIVS14

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Readers’ Theater Readers’ Theater is a genre of theater that requires minimal preparation on the part of the readers but retains the power of a theatrical performance. Our medical and nursing student readers are assigned characters and they read their roles while sitting before you (the audience). They use only their voices and facial expressions to convey the action taking place. There are no costumes, makeup, special lighting, or movement. For the audience it is like listening to a story on the radio. Like radio drama, much is left to the listener’s imagination. Some call Readers’ Theater “theater of the mind.” The Medical Readers’ Theater program is sponsored by ECU, Brody School of Medicine, Department of Bioethics and Interdisciplinary Studies, and by the ECU College of Nursing. The purpose of our program is to foster a closer relationship between medical and nursing students and the general public they will soon be serving. Performances are short plays or adaptations of short stories that focus on timely medical issues. Following each performance, an ECU faculty coordinator moderates a discussion between the cast and the audience. This discussion provides an arena for examining personal values and assumptions relating to ethical and social issues in medicine. Instructors: Medical Readers’ Theater coordinator, Todd Savitt, PhD, is an historian of medicine who has taught in medical humanities programs at the University of Florida and ECU since 1976. His research is primarily in the area of African-American medical history. Dr. Savitt has led discussions and served as coordinator of the ECU Medical Readers’ Theater Program since its beginning in 1988. Co-coordinator, Cheryl V. Elhammoumi, RN, MSN, CCRN, has been teaching at the ECU College of Nursing since 2008. Her research interests are health care disparities, culture and its impact on health and illness, and using peer mediated learning to advance skill acquisition. She is also a student in the PhD Nursing program. Date and time: 1 session Monday, February 24; 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Location: Medical Campus/College of Nursing Fee: Free to LLP member; $20 for non-member Preregister by February 17 . Code LLPTHEAS14

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Friday Forum Session 1: The Creation of the Arts Council: The Importance of the Arts in the Community

Session 3: Going Global: Fulbright Opportunities at Pitt Community College

When Holly Garriott arrived as a student at ECU in 1999, there was no Arts Council, little cultural presence in the downtown area, and no bridge from the arts at the university out into the community. Now over a decade later, the Uptown area is a thriving cultural district, and the Pitt County Arts Council has re-Emerged! Hear how this transformation took place and how you can be a part of the Emerging Arts Scene!

Dr. Stephanie Rook’s presentation will focus on the efforts of Pitt Community College to incorporate global awareness and perspectives into their students’ educational experiences and thereby bringing that awareness into the community. PCC is currently hosting two Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistants from Argentina.

Speaker: Holly Garriott is the Executive Director of the Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge. She is also full-time faculty at the ECU’s School of Art and Design and teaches Community Arts Management and Work Experience in the Visual Arts and Design. Holly founded the Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge, the local arts council and a community art center in Greenville, NC in 2000 and has helped with the revitalization of Uptown Greenville. Educated at ECU, Holly has been on the state Board of Directors of Arts North Carolina. Date and time: 1 session Friday, March 7, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free to LLP member and non-member Preregister by February 28. Code: LLFRIS14-1

No session on Friday, March 14; Spring Break at ECU. Session 2: Women in Ministry Bishop Rosie O’neal will speak about how she came to her position with Koinonia Church, how her church views her as a female minister, and how she sees her role in the community she serves. Speaker: Bishop Rosie S. O’neal is the Founder and Senior Pastor of the Koinonia Christian Center Church Ministries. She partners with her husband Toiriste to oversee the spiritual and practical day-to-day operations of KCCCM in Greenville and a second location in Raleigh, but she provides coverage to 18 churches both statewide and internationally. Bishop O’neal has counseled Pastors, churches and people from all walks of life, sharing knowledge and information that has transformed ministries and impacted lives. She is a graduate of Mount Olive College with a BS in Religion. Date and time: 1 session Friday, March 21, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free to LLP member and non-member Preregister by March 14. Code: LLFRIS14-2

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Speaker: Dr. Stephanie Rook serves as the Dean of Arts and Sciences at Pitt Community College. The daughter of an Air Force Sergeant and a public school principal, Stephanie grew up in Texas and Louisiana and moved to Greenville, NC. She began teaching at Pitt Community College in 1999 and became a dean at PCC in 2007. In 2005, Stephanie was selected as a Rotary Group Study Exchange recipient, for which she traveled to India for a month. In 2013, she received a Fulbright-Nehru International Education Administrator’s award, which again took her to India for three weeks of visits and collaborations with Indian colleges and universities. Date and time: 1 session Friday, March 28, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free to LLP member and non-member Preregister by March 21. Code: LLFRIS14-3

Session 4: From the Shadows of Yesterday to the Light of Today Joyce Mitchell will share firsthand her student experiences during the early days of integration at ECU in the mid-1970’s. Her story proves that what seemed difficult then has equated to success today. Speaker: Joyce Mitchell serves as Community Outreach Director for U. S. Senator Kay R. Hagan. Previously Joyce worked for U. S. Congresswoman Eva M. Clayton, the U. S. Department of Commerce Bureau of the Census and later for U. S. Senator John Edwards. She has also worked for the Democratic National Committee as N. C.’s Eastern Political Director. Joyce also hosted WNCT-TV’s Awaken talk show for 14 years and is an advisory board member for NC STRIVE, the Mediation Center of Eastern Carolina. Date and time: 1 session Friday, April 4, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free to LLP member and non-member Preregister by March 28. Code: LLFRIS14-4

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Session 5: Story Narrative: A Patient’s Experience Rev. Carolyn Fleming-Sawyerr’s dramatic presentation of “An Old Lady’s Poem” gives an account of the memories, sorrows, and joys of a patient reviewing her life and accomplishments. This touching poem helps us experience what it is like to age in our modern-day society. Speaker: Rev. Carolyn Fleming-Sawyerr moved to Greenville in 2010. She serves as Administrator of the Pastoral Care Department at Vidant Medical Center. As the lead chaplain, Carolyn has developed several new initiatives which reflect the mission statement of the hospital “our family caring for yours” and which draw the Medical Center’s employees into service in the community. Warm Toes N’ Souls, a campaign to gather shoes for the needy, distributed 1,900 pairs of shoes in eastern NC to those most impacted by hurricane Irene. And the Gifts from the Heart canned food campaign resulted in a sizable donation for local food banks. Carolyn graduated from Yale Divinity School in Connecticut with a Masters of Divinity degree and from Seton Hall Law School in New Jersey with a Juris Doctorate. Date and time: 1 session Friday, April 11, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free to LLP member and non-member Preregister by April 4. Code: LLFRIS14-5

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Interest Groups LLP is now offering a number of Interest Groups designed to meet informally once or twice a month, year round. These groups will be guided by their members for the general purpose of sharing ideas and expertise. As interest grows in this approach to learning, we will add more offerings. Memoir or Life Writing

Current Events

Put your stories into words and share your life experiences with other class members. What you remember will no doubt trigger memories in others. Write a different story each month and read it to the class for their feedback.

The moderator will introduce various topics after which the floor will be open for discussion by all participants. Everyone is encouraged to seek supporting data in order to remain as objective as possible. Reading multiple sources on each subject will give everyone a broader view of the issues. Some topics may carry over from month to month. Share your ideas and learn from the opinions of others.

Coordinator: Gloria Schwartz was a computer and communications specialist while serving in the Army. After moving to North Carolina in 1983, she worked as a Computer Technical Support Consultant at ECU until her retirement in 2011. Gloria has also been a member of the LLP Life Writing classes for the past year and recently had one of her stories published in a hometown newspaper. Dates and time: Mondays, February 10 & 24, March 10 & 24; & April 14 & 28; 9:30 a.m. – noon Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member; $5 for non-member Preregister by February 3. Code: LLPWRITS14

Men’s History Book Group Book group members are most often women, but here’s a group FOR MEN. The focus is on reading books that deal with history and historical figures. The members will choose what to read and will discuss a different book every month. Being part of this group will offer members the opportunity to make new friends and discuss interesting and stimulating topics. The current group recommends that participants read All the Shah’s Men: An American Coup and the Roots of Middle East Terror by Stephen Kinzer prior to the February meeting. The book is available in paperback. Coordinator: Ted Weil is a retired retail merchant who enjoys reading political histories and biographies of the US, Middle Eastern, and European countries. Dates and time: Mondays, February 10, March 10, & April 14; 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member; $5 for non-member Preregister by February 3. Code: LLPMBKS14

Coordinator: Ray Sobel is retired as Chair of the Oceanside High School History Department, New York, and he also did a stint as an Adjunct Professor of Education at Hofstra University, Long Island, New York. He is the co-author of a three-volume series entitled Readings from Left to Right on the Socio Political Spectrum. Dates and time: Tuesdays, February 18, March 18, & April 15 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member; $5 for non-member Preregister by February 11. Code: LLPCURS14

Women’s Book Group Have you ever read a book and longed to have someone to talk to about it? Well, here is your chance to do just that! Join this Women’s Book Group, choose what you want to read, and come together to discuss a different book every month. Being part of this group will offer members the opportunity to make new friends, and you are bound to expand the scope of your reading. The current group recommends that participants read The English Girl by Daniel Silva prior to the February meeting. The book is available only in hardcover. Coordinator: Lynda Wilms began her lifelong love of reading as soon as she learned to read. She grew up on a farm in rural Missouri in the 40’s and 50’s. The weekly trip to the small town library provided the path to exploring the world and learning more about other cultures. Still an avid reader today of all genres of literature and non-fiction, Lynda never leaves home without a book or e-reader at her fingertips. Dates and time: Tuesdays, February 11, March 11, & April 8 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member; $5 for non-member Preregister by February 4. Code: LLPWBKS14

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Knit and Crochet All the beautiful yarns on the market have helped rekindle interest in knitting and crocheting. Join this special interest group if you are interested in learning the how-to’s from others in the group. Join if you already have some skills but want to learn more. Or join if you just want to enjoy the company of others while you knit or crochet. Share ideas, patterns, and materials. Work on a group project or work individually. Let Ann Hamze get you started. Coordinator: Ann Hamze is retired from Pitt County Schools and knits for relaxation. She has won numerous ribbons from the Pitt County Fair for mittens, sweaters, and hats. She looks forward to being joined by new and experienced knitting enthusiasts, and although her crochet expertise is limited, among the attendees are several who are willing to help the novice. This group is all about sharing. Dates and time: Wednesdays, February 12, March 12, & April 9; 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: Free for LLP member; $5 for non-member Preregister by February 5. Code: LLPKNITS14

2014 Travel Preview

Yellowstone and the Wild West Departing September 12, 2014 Featuring two National Parks, Yellowstone and Grand Teton, and 4 nights in Jackson, WY. Tour highlights in addition to the Parks: -Salt Lake City Tour -Old Faithful Geyser -Utah Olympic Park Cost from RCU: $2,149 More details to follow. Please contact (252)328-9198 or [email protected]

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Tips for Traveling on the Cheap Have you ever thought about traveling to Ireland, Italy, or Portugal, even in the United States, but worried about the cost? Tips for Traveling on the Cheap will offer just that -- tips on how to spend less and do more. Learn how to find inexpensive accommodations online, how to save on sightseeing, how to get around affordably using public transportation. Also learn a tip or two on “budget” packing for a safer, more comfortable trip and get acquainted with some popular guide books. Instructor: Rosie Erskine Lamrhari is a seasoned budget traveler and teacher of English as a Second Language. Date and time: 1 session Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m. – noon Location: Self-Help Center, Third Floor, 300-G 301 S. Evans St., Greenville, NC 27858 Fee: $15 for LLP member; $35 for non-member Preregister by March 8. Code: LLPTIPSS14

Discover the Potters of Seagrove, North Carolina Here is your chance to experience the 200-year old pottery tradition of Seagrove, North Carolina. This day-long trip will start with an hour’s visit to the North Carolina Pottery Center where we will learn about the history of Seagrove, followed by lunch (on your own) at the Westmoore Family Restaurant. After lunch Ben Owen, third-generation potter and MFA graduate of the School of Art and Design at ECU, will demonstrate throwing on the wheel . Then after browsing at Ben’s studio, we will visit a variety of other studios that will give us a broad knowledge of the pottery produced in Seagrove, from traditional to contemporary and from figurative to whimsical.

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River Cruise Along the Pamlico on the Tall Ship Schooner Jeanie B. The Schooner Jeanie B. is a 72-foot classic schooner designed after the famous working class schooners of the 1700 and 1800’s, but with additional modern navigational equipment for safety. Our half-day excursion will start at the Historic Washington Waterfront, proceeding south along the Pamlico River 5-7 nautical miles toward Blount Bay and back. Along the way, we will experience the environmental wonderland of the Pamlico River where we might see osprey, cormorant, pelicans, and sea gulls, along with a multitude of fish, turtles, and maybe even pods of dolphins. During the trip, we will be invited to participate in the sailing experience by raising and trimming the sails and even taking hold of the wheel and piloting the schooner under the direction of Captain Paul Del Rio. Note: A light jacket is recommended for most weather. The trip will be rescheduled if the weather does not permit safe travel. Date and time: Saturday, April 26 (one-day trip) Starting location: To be determined. Depart Greenville at 10:45 a.m. Return approximately at 5:00 p.m. Fee (includes land and water transportation): $55 for LLP member; $75 for non-member Lunch and snacks on your own. Preregister by April 15. Code: LLCRUISS14

It will be a full day, 7am-7pm, but what an experience!! You’ll be glad you went!! Date and time: ONE DAY TRIP Saturday, March 22, 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Fee: $50 for LLP member; $70 for non-member Preregister by March 15. Code: LLPPOTS14

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Saturday, March 8, 2014 City Hotel and Bistro 203 Greenville Blvd SW Greenville, NC

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Cinco de Mayo Party! Saturday, May 3, 2014 City Hotel and Bistro 203 Greenville Blvd SW Greenville, NC

Latin Music, Cuisine, and Dancing!

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Understanding Islam, Part I World’s Religions Outside of Christendom, The Ask the Nutrition Experts Crossword Construction as a Hobby Windows 8.1 Computers Beginning Belly Dancing Beginners Quilting II Pet Behaviors and What to Do If They Need First Aid Introduction to Bridge You Took the Picture, Now What? Memoir or Life Writing Men’s History Book Group Women’s Book Group Battles of El Alamein, The Knit and Crochet “Lost” Books of the Bible, The Little Free Library: A Global Initiative Board Gaming: Not Just for Kids I Have an iPad. Now What Can I Do with It? Story of the Universe, The Current Events Foods During Biblical Times Basic Macintosh (Apple) Laptop Computer Class Pitt County History: All New Material Road to Medicare, The Overview of Community and School Gardens, An Navy SEALs: Past and Present, The Readers’ Theater Battles of Con Thien Facebook 100: How to Start Facebook 101: Start Getting “Friended” and “Liked” Facebook 102: Building a Facebook Community That Is “Liked”

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Confucius and Lao Tzu: The Heart of Chinese Civilization Laupus Library: A Healthier U @ Your Library Commercial Movies of the Vietnam Era Creation of the Arts Council, The TEA: Its Culture and Health Benefits Yoga for Seniors Joyner Library: Preserving Your Memories Mama Didn’t Leave a List (Washington) Real Energy Savings: always something NEW Tips for Traveling on the Cheap Taking Care of Your Health After 50 Understanding Islam, Part II Mama Didn’t Leave a List (Greenville) Concept of Warfare in the Modern Era, A Zen Tangle: Relaxation Art There’s No Place Like Home (Washington) Women in Ministry Discover the Potters of Seagrove, North Carolina Virtual World of Second Life, The Medication Safety First and Second Battles of Fallujah America’s Great Popular Composers Planning for Long-Term Care and How to Protect Assets Going Global: Fulbright Opportunities at Pitt Community College Mapping Your Retirement Journey

April 1 There's No Place Like Home (Greenville) 4 From the Shadows of Yesterday to the Light of Today 7 Personal Technology Devices for the Digitally Challenged 7 Why a Chimpanzee Is Not a Monkey 8 Preparing for Emergencies: From House Fires to Hurricanes 10 Sheppard Memorial Library: Resources and Services 10 End of Life Care: The Most Important Conversation 11 i Phone Apps 11 Android Apps Made Easier 11 Story Narrative: A Patient's Experience 16 Advocacy: The Art of Being Heard by Your Elected Officials 17 Understanding Alzheimer’s/Dementia and Resources Available 21 Retirement: Transitioning to a Meaningful Life 22 After the Arrest, What Happens? 22 Navigating Your Next Adventure 26 River Cruise Along the Pamlico on the Tall Ship Schooner Jeanie B

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Mardi Gras Party...............................................35 Tres de Mayo...................................................35

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LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAM (LLP) REGISTRATION SPRING 2014

Contact Information: Full Name

Street Address

City

Primary Phone

State

Zip

E-mail Address

Membership fee: Spring Semester (January 1, 2014-August 31, 2014): $20 Total of Program Registration Fees: (from previous page) Grand Total:

Payment Method: CHECK (payable to East Carolina University)

MASTERCARD

Card Number

Name on Card

Expiration date

Authorizing signature

VISA

CVV Code (3 digits)

SPECIAL THANKS BOARD OF AVISORS Ron Kemp, Chair Catherine Billingsley Patricia Dunn, Ph.D. Annette Eubanks Carolyne Everett Maliha Farhadi Judy Jeannette

Laura Jett Alice Keene David Parke Patricia Pertalion Camille Scales Gloria Schwartz Diane Skalko, Vice Chair

ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES COMMITTEE Camille Scales, Chair Gladie Hamilton, Co-chair Mary Gay Lea, Secretary Avis Carr Norma Pelleu Charlotte Smith

Andrea Thompson Terry Skank Linda Marsal Donna Conroy Sandra Coan

PROGRAM PARTNERS MARKETING AND MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Jeffery Alejandro, Chair August Keyes Freddie Outterbridge

Lillian Outterbridge David L. Parke Malcolm Smith

PROGRAM COMMITTEE Catherine Billingsley, Chair Joanne Patricia Askew Maliha Farhadi Nell Garner Woody Harton Parmalee Hawk

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Spring 2014

August Keyes Gloria Schwartz, Secretary Aline Shulman Diane Skalko Raymond Sobel Nancy & Ted Weil

Cypress Glen Retirement Community East Carolina Alumni Association Eastern North Carolina World Affairs Council - Great Decisions Program ECU Academic Departments, Joyner and Laupus Health Sciences Libraries ECU Retired Faculty Association ECU Thomas Harriot College of Arts and SciencesVoyages of Discovery Lecture Series Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center, Washington Greenville Museum of Art Immanuel Baptist Church Mid-East Commission Area Agency on Aging Pitt County Community Schools and Recreation Center Pitt County Council on Aging-Greenville Senior Center Sheppard Memorial Library St. James United Methodist Church

CORPORATE SPONSORS: Platinum Level

Silver Level

Gold Level

INDIVIDUAL DONORS: Dennis Pelletier, Ph.D. Gold Level

Ron Kemp Silver Level

Friends Sehreiera Alan Michael Dean Aston Brittany Bailey Beverly Davis Marie Farr Alice Keene Marylee Lannan

Lauretta Lewis Linda Menke Dennis Robert Patton Camille Scales Ann Schwarzmann Tom Walker Larry Webb

DONATIONS For donations, please complete this section and write a separate check, payable to ECU Foundation - Lifelong Learning Program. Donation for ________ memberships @ $35 or $20 each Donation for course scholarships (any amount) Donation to Foundation: Platinum Level: $2000 or more Gold Level: $1,000 - $1,999 Silver Level: $500 - $999 Friends: Below $500 Grand Total:

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PRINTED WITH NON-STATE FUNDS

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OFFICE LOCATION Office of Continuing Studies Self-Help Center, 3rd Floor, Suite 301 301 Evans Street Greenville, NC 27858

OFF-CAMPUS CLASS LOCATIONS Cypress Glen Retirement Community 100 Hickory Street Greenville, NC 27858 Grace Martin Harwell Senior Center 301 W. Main Street Washington, NC 27889 Greenville Museum of Art 802 Evans Street Greenville, NC 27834 Alice Keene Center 4561 County Home Road Greenville, NC 27858 Pitt County Council on Aging/Senior Center 4551 County Home Road Greenville, NC 27858 Immanuel Baptist Church 1101 S. Elm Street Greenville, NC 27858 Sheppard Memorial Library 530 Evans Street Greenville, NC 27858

(Classes held at this location are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Sheppard Memorial Library)

St. James United Methodist Church 2000 E. 6th Street Greenville, NC 27858

Office of Continuing Studies Lifelong Learning Program Self-Help Center, Suite 301 Mail Stop 514 Greenville, NC 27858

Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 110 Greenville, NC