Winter Term 2012
Behind the Lens: Films at Garden Way
We continue to examine films by German directors exiled by the Nazi Party in 1933, including Billy Wilder, Fred Zinneman, Otto Preminger, Robert Siodmak, and Michael Curtiz. Please note that our sessions have been moved to Thursday nights. DIVA instructor Tom Blank will feature a different film each week, and conduct follow-up discussion. Pre-register by phoning Garden Way at 541.343.3317. Seating is limited. Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to pay for and claim your seat. Also call for single screening information. This class is co-sponsored by the Successful Aging Institute of Lane Community College and Garden Way Retirement.
6:30-9:30 pm, Th, Jan 12-Mar 22, Garden Way Retirement (33 hrs $15) - Blank (SAI Course)
Citizenship
The Citizenship class helps prepare candidates for their U.S. Citizenship interview/test. Topics covered include U.S. history and government, and information about the interview and application process. Candidates must have some English speaking, reading, and writing skills as these are part of the interview/test. USCIS requires candidates to have held Permanent Resident Cards (Green Cards) for five years when interviewing/testing for citizenship (applications can be sent three months ahead of time), or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen.
33234 - 6:45-8:45 pm, W, Jan 11-Mar 14, DTC Rm 322 (20 hrs No Charge) - Hotaling
West African Drumming
Join us in the fun and uplifting class taught by professional drummer/dancer Ibrahim Sylla from Guinea West Africa. Learn beginning level djembe drumming techniques and traditional rhythms. At an easy to follow pace learn includes hand positions, coordination, sounds and timing as well as the significance of each rhythm to the beautiful culture of West Africa. For registration, cost, and payment contact our co-sponsor, River Road Park & Recreation at 541.688.4052.
7-8 pm, Th, Jan 19-Mar 22, RRPK (10 hrs) - Sylla (SAI Course)
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