Center at
Celebration
FALL 2015
Course catalog & schedule
Fall 2015 • Three-week sessions begin: Sept. 22, Oct. 13, & Nov. 3 • Stetson Lifelong at Celebration
Mission
The mission of Stetson Lifelong at Celebration is to provide an
extraordinary educational and enrichment program for mature
adults in Celebration and its environs, dedicated to intellectual
growth, social interaction, and well-being of its members.
Stetson Lifelong is a membership program which encourages
those who are willing to volunteer their time and talents to
teach and develop courses and activities.
There are three sessions in the fall. Each session lasts three weeks.
This fall the sessions will begin on: September 22nd, October
13th, and November 3rd. Most classes last one hour and fifteen
minutes and there are three classes for each course. Classes
meet on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. In addition,
Wednesday afternoons are devoted to special lectures and events.
be a Member with Stetson Lifelong! As a Member, you will not
only have the opportunity to attend classes but also be able to
participate in lectures, clubs, and activities outside of the classroom.
ANNUAL COURSE PACKAGES
These packages offer the ultimate flexibility to fit your lifestyle
and schedule throughout the year. As a Member, you can
choose from any of the Course Packages below. Members can
purchase a single course or Course Package at any time during
the year. Courses must be taken during the membership year
(September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2016). Leftover courses
or packages do NOT roll over into the next year, and are not
transferable. You may choose to purchase a Course Package for
the entire year or buy packages as you go! Now you have the
flexibility and options to do what you want, when you want!
Benefits of becoming a member of
Stetson Lifelong at Celebration:
• An extensive selection of more than 100 courses offered
each year with no tests or homework required
• A congenial learning community
• A social environment to share education, information,
conversation and good friendships
• Member-only events, including lectures, musical
performances, field trips, and social events
• Participation in a variety of clubs – such as Book, Movie,
Bonsai, Origami, and Wellness Clubs
• Two guest passes per year which can be used for a
75-minute class, lecture or concert based on availability
• Annual course packages which offer ultimate flexibility
to fit your lifestyle and schedule
• Free Wi-Fi access in every classroom for your laptop
or mobile device
The courses in a package can be used in either Fall term,
Spring term, or spread over both terms.
As a Member, you can choose from:
SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP PRIVILEGE
The Fitness Centre & Day Spa at Celebration Health is offering
members of Stetson Lifelong a corporate discount. Current
members of the Fitness Center can get monthly fees adjusted.
Please take your Lifelong registration receipt to the Fitness
Center for this great discount.
NON-MEMBER SINGLE COURSE OPTION
If you’re not a Member but want to take a single course you
can do that too! Now we have a non-member single course fee.
We will first fill our classes with our member requests before
opening up the non-member registrations. Non-members will
be able to register for available courses one week prior to the
beginning of each term. Our Non-Member Single Course Fee is
$75 for under 65 years of age and $65 for ages 65 and older.
annual membership fee
Beginning in September 2015, all Memberships will be annual.
Your Annual Membership will be effective from September 1,
2015, to August 31, 2016. The fee for Stetson Lifelong Annual
Membership is $85 a year ($75 if you are 65 or older as of
September 1, 2015). Memberships are available only at the annual
rate. Membership can be purchased without purchasing a Course
Package. Membership is non-transferable.
Whether you’re in town full-time or part-time, you will always
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4 Course Package Fee:
8 Course Package Fee
12 Course Package Fee
16 Course Package Fee
20 Course Package Fee
Single Course Fee:
Under Age 65
$50
$90
$120
$145
$160
$20
Age 65+
$45
$80
$110
$130
$145
$18
Additional fees may be required for course materials or field
trips as noted in this catalog. All field-trip reservations must be
accompanied with the appropriate fee at the time of registration.
Refunds will be given up to two weeks prior to the event. No
refunds will be given after this date.
WE APPRECIATE OUR INSTRUCTORS AND
LECTURERS - THE ULTIMATE BENEFIT
Thinking of being an instructor or lecturer for Stetson Lifelong
Learning? Just fill out a course or lecture proposal form that
can be picked up in our Stetson Lifelong Office. The details of
submission are on the forms. If your course/lecture is approved
by our curriculum committee, you will receive the following:
• As a Stetson Lifelong instructor, you will receive a
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FREE annual Membership and an 8 Course Package
for the year you are teaching. If you teach in both terms
you’ll receive another 8 Course Package for a total of 16
courses for the year.
• As a lecturer, you will receive one FREE course or lecture
to take within the membership year for a “taste of ”
Stetson Lifelong Learning.
GUESTS VISITING YOU?
GUEST PASS INFORMATION
You receive two guest passes with your membership which
entitles your guest to attend one 75-minute class or lecture per
pass. If you would like additional passes, you can purchase
them for a fee of $10 per class. You must check with the
Stetson Lifelong Office within one week of the class to see if
there is space available.
refund policy
Refunds will be made prior to the beginning of each term for
any registered Lifelong participant. After the first week of
classes, prorated refunds will be made for cancellations due
to illness, pressing family situations, or other circumstances
beyond a member’s control. All requests for refunds must be
made in writing and submitted directly to the Stetson Lifelong
Office. Membership and Course Packages are not transferable
and must be used by August 31, 2016.
PARKING
Free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
REGISTRATION
September 3, 2015, beginning at 9:30 a.m.
• At Open House (9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
• Online at:
www.stetson.edu/lifelong-learning
After September 3, 2015
• Online at:
www.stetson.edu/lifelong-learning
• In person at the Stetson Lifelong Office in Celebration
• By phone 321-939-7619
• By mail
Stetson Lifelong at Celebration
Stetson University
800 Celebration Avenue
Suite 104
Celebration, FL 34747
Open House
Take this opportunity to determine which
Lifelong Learning courses will be the best
for you! Instructors will be available to
answer your questions about the exciting
courses that we are offering this fall.
thursday
September 3, 2015
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Stetson University at Celebration
800 Celebration Avenue • Celebration, FL
Ways To register
Come to the Open House on Thursday,
Sept. 3, 2015, at 9:30 a.m.
If you are an existing member after Sept.
3, you may register at: www.stetson.edu/
lifelong-learning
Stop in at Stetson University at
Celebration, Monday through Friday, from
9:30 - 11:30 a.m., beginning Sept. 3.
Call 321-939-7619, and give the
information over the phone to our staff.
Mail in both registration forms from
Pages 26 - 28 completely filled out, and
attach a check or use a credit card.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE.....................................pg. 05
Getting Involved.............................................pg. 06
Civics.................................................................pg. 06
Computers & technology.............................pg. 07
finance.............................................................pg. 08
HEALTH & MEDICINE...........................................pg. 09
HISTORY & CIVILIZATION.....................................pg. 12
LITERATURE........................................................pg. 14
PERFORMING ARTS............................................pg. 14
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT....................................pg. 14
RELIGION............................................................pg. 17
SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES................pg. 17
SPORTS..............................................................pg. 18
VISUAL ARTS & CRAFTS......................................pg. 19
WORLD CULTURES & LANGUAGES......................pg. 21
MEMBERS-ONLY clubs.....................................pg. 22
MEMBERS-ONLY GUEST LECTURES
& SPECIAL EVENTS.............................................pg. 23
FIELD TRIPS........................................................pg. 24
REGISTRATION FORMS.......................................pg. 26
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TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Sept. 22, 29 & Oct. 6
Sept. 23, 30 & Oct. 7
Sept. 24 & Oct. 1 & 8
A Bucket Full of Travel Ideas
for Your Bucket List (pg. 14)
Making Jewelry (pg. 20)
Naked Astronomy (pg. 18)
Digital Photography (pg. 7)
What are Essential Oils and How to
Use Them in Your Life (pg. 11)
Hands in Clay (pg. 20)
Art of Inner Peace (pg. 9)
From Chaos to Order (pg. 16)
PowerPoint Clinic (pg. 7)
Art of Inner Peace (pg. 9)
American Icon Series:
Tiffany, Phillips & Bok (pg. 12)
Life in the Beginning (pg. 7)
Rodeo: An Inside Look (pg. 18)
Beginning Crochet (pg. 19)
4:15
Is Sweden a Country?
An Intellectual Game (pg. 21)
Reserved for Stetson University
Guest Lectures
and Social Events (pg. 22-25)
Brain Train (pg. 10)
Session #2
Oct. 13, 20 & 27
Oct. 14, 21 & 28
Oct. 15, 22 & 29
11:00
Japanese Culture
& Language (pg. 21)
Bridge 2: Some Conventional
Wisdom (pg. 15)
Polymer Clay: Basics
of Sculpting (pg. 20)
Using Self-Hypnosis to Play
Your Best Golf Ever (pg. 19)
Manage Your Emotions:
Feel Less Angry, Depressed,
Anxious & Stressed (pg. 10)
Historical Analysis of the
Cold War (pg. 13)
A Walk Through the
Old Testament (pg. 12)
Staging a House to
Sell a Home (pg. 9)
Session #1
1:15
2:45
1:15
2:45
Estate Planning Provide & Protect (pg. 8)
A Walk Around
the Block (pg. 17)
Sunshine Beer State (pg. 17)
Architectural History & Virtual
Tour of New York City (pg. 13)
Exploring Orlando’s Past, B.D.
(Before Disney) (pg. 13)
Common Sense
Interior Design (pg. 16)
Disney Cruise Line: Did You Ever
Wonder? (pg. 16)
Slow Medicine:
Hope and Healing (pg. 11)
Basic Printmaking (pg. 19)
Introduction to Drawing
& Painting (pg. 20)
Reserved for Stetson University
Guest Lectures
and Social Events (pg. 22-25)
American Icon Series:
The 3 Henrys (pg. 12)
Session #3
Nov. 3, 10 & 17
Nov. 4, 11 & 18
Nov. 5, 12 & 19
11:00
Food for Life: A Kickstart Program
to Improve Your Life (pg. 10)
Broadway’s Greatest Musicals Part 3 (pg. 14)
Drawing: Open Studio (pg. 19)
An Insider’s View of
Automotive Design (pg. 12)
Broadway’s Greatest Musicals Part 3 (pg. 14)
Webwizarding 101:
Exploring Social Media (pg. 8)
Terrarium Building (pg. 18)
World War II Strategy (pg. 13)
American Comic Strips
and Sunday Funnies (pg. 15)
Celbration’s “Alphabet Soup” (pg. 6)
The Short Stories
of William Faulkner (pg. 14)
Women in the Bible:
Our Hebrew Sisters (pg. 17)
Showcasing Your
Travel Memoirs (pg. 8)
Safeguarding Your Computers
& Your Data (pg. 8)
Planning for the
Independent Traveler (pg. 17)
4:15
1:15
2:45
Alternative Reds (pg. 15)
4:15
Wealth Care (pg. 9)
Auto Mechanics and
Maintenance (pg. 15)
Reserved for Stetson University
Guest Lectures and
Social Events (pg. 22-25)
Voyage en Francais! (pg. 21)
Using Medications Safely in an
Era of Information Overload (pg. 11)
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how can you become more involved?
Courses by Category
volunteer
Stetson Lifelong at Celebration operates with the support and
help of member volunteers. To volunteer, sign up on your
course registration form or call the Stetson Lifelong Office at
321-939-7691.
CIVICS
hospitality committee
The Hospitality Committee staffs the Welcome Desk, assists
Stetson Lifelong Members, hosts Open House, lectures, musical
events, and social activities.
Have you ever wondered: Who takes care of the park at
the end of your street? Whom do you call when there
is a pothole in front of your house? Or who can answer
questions about social issues or volunteerism? And by
the way, is there anything going on in Kissimmee and
Tallahassee that we should know about? If you are like most
of the residents in Celebration, you have certainly been
befuddled at some point by the numerous associations,
companies, and government entities that make up our
“Alphabet Soup” governance. In this course, members and
representatives from the various organizations will lead you
through the maze of acronyms and entities that affect how
our town functions on a daily basis.
Instructors:
Michael Harford -A life-long resident of Osceola
County, Mike was elected to the Osceola County
Commission in 2008 and served as Vice Chairman of the
Board of Commissioners for 2012. He currently serves as
Osceola County’s representative on the Board of Directors
for Experience Kissimmee, Toho Water Authority,
the Four Corners Area Council, the South Florida
Water Management District Water Resources Advisory
Commission, the Impact Homelessness Task Force, the
Board of Directors of the Celebration Foundation, and as
president of the Kiwanis Club of Kissimmee.
Committee Members
Rene Baron - Co-Chair
KT Budde-Jones
Bette Chaszar-Feit
Phil Cocks
Sylvia Cocks
Gary Feit
Sue Hersher
Barbara Ingraham
Jane McVicker
Judi Nelson - Co-Chair
Caren Schimmel
Traci Vinson
TECHNOLOGY & DATA MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
The Technology & Data Management Committee assists
Stetson Lifelong Members with the registration process and
creating/analyzing program data.
Committee Members
Carol Coelho
Joe Horacsek
Annie Johnson
Jane McVicker
Cheryl Rosenberg
Laura Simpson
Terry Wick
Ways To register
Come to the Open House on Thursday,
Sept. 3, 2015, at 9:30 a.m.
If you are an existing member after
Sept. 3, you may register at: www.
stetson.edu/lifelong-learning
Stop in at Stetson University at
Celebration, Monday through Friday,
from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., beginning Sept. 3.
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Celebration’s “Alphabet Soup”
Session #3
Tuesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Jim Mantia - B.S. in Business, University of Missouri;
JD, St. Louis University Law School. Jim worked as an
attorney for approximately 40 years, primarily in the
federal sector employed by the U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs. He also worked for the Social Security
Administration as a private practitioner, and as an
assistant Public Defender. He served in the U.S. Army as
an atomic demolitions specialist, and is currently involved
as a volunteer in the Veterans Mentor Program in Osceola
County, and recently completed training to become a
Guardian Ad Litem in Osceola County.
Floyd McCollum - B.S. and B.Arch., The Pennsylvania
State University. Floyd was elected to the Celebration
Community Development District (CCDD) Board of
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Supervision in 2010 and served as Chair from 2013-2014.
In addition, he is a founding member of the Celebration
Foundation’s New Urbanism Committee (serving as
President in 2014), a member of the Thriving in Place
Advisory Council, a registered Architect, former general
contractor; member of AIA, CNU, LEED AP BD+C,
NCARB, and ICC.
with 20 years of experience in non-profit management.
Under her management, The Celebration Foundation
has launched several programs and initiatives, including
Osceola Connected, Learning without Hunger, Campus
Express Tours, The New Urbanism Committee, WINGS
(Women’s Initiative Nurturing Girls’ Strength), and
Thriving in Place.
Gloria Niec - B.A. in Sociology, College of Saint
Elizabeth. Gloria is the Executive Director of The
Celebration Foundation, with 20 years of experience in
non-profit management. Under her management, The
Celebration Foundation has launched several programs
and initiatives, including Osceola Connected, Learning
without Hunger, Campus Express Tours, The New
Urbanism Committee, WINGS (Women’s Initiative
Nurturing Girls’ Strength), and Thriving in Place.
Panel - The panel will be comprised of residents and
community members who will share their first-hand
experiences of what it was like to be a part of the early days
in Celebration. Each week the moderator will present topics
to the panel to promote a lively discussion of early life in
“the bubble” from the varying personal points of view.
Eric Oppegaard - B.S. in Media Production,
Quinnipiac University. Eric was elected to the
Celebration Residential Owners Association (CROA)
Board in 2013 and is currently serving as President.
He is the Marketing Communications Manager for
Newmarket, an Amadeus Company, and a member
of SMPTE. Before moving from Connecticut to
Celebration, he was actively involved with the North
Madison Volunteer Fire Department, and also served as
a Board Member of Madison Cable Access Television.
Life in the Beginning
Session #1
Tuesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be one of the
first residents in Celebration? Or perhaps to be involved in
the development of one of the world’s most famous New
Urbanism towns? If so, don’t miss this moderated panel
discussion of the early years in Celebration. The course will
focus on Celebration’s Five Cornerstones—Community,
Place, Education, Health, and Technology—and present
first-hand accounts of Celebration’s early years from the
perspectives of residents, business owners, development
team members, and representatives of town organizations.
Come experience the “good old days” as remembered by
folks who were in Celebration at the beginning.
Moderator: Gloria Niec -B.A. in Sociology, College
of St. Elizabeth, Convent Station, NJ. Gloria is the
Executive Director of The Celebration Foundation,
Computers & Technology
Digital Photography
Session #1
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
We will enable ourselves to take the pictures we want
by gaining knowledge of our cameras and its settings.
We will also explore how to make each image more
compelling with lighting and composition. This course
is designed for use with digital cameras rather than cell
phones, but the instructor is willing to accommodate
that option. Class size limited to 15.
Scott Ferris -Scott has been a professional
photographer since 1985. He has worked in a range
of disciplines in the UK, Caribbean, and now Florida.
He also has an extensive background in teaching
photography, film and print development.
PowerPoint Clinic
Session #1
Tuesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Would you like to improve and practice your
PowerPoint presentation skills? In this clinic, we will
explore some of the most powerful of this program’s
functions. We will focus especially on inserting
hyperlinks, inserting and formatting pictures, inserting
audio, and inserting and editing ad-free videos from
YouTube. Please bring any works-in-progress and be
ready to brainstorm and troubleshoot with your fellow
PowerPointers! Class size limited to 10.
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Dolores Salvo - B.S. in Education, Mathematics and
English, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania; MA in
English, University of Pittsburgh; M.S. Ed., Duquesne
University. Dolores taught math and English at a
suburban high school near Pittsburgh before being named
Supervisor of Mathematics for the district. She has
presented workshops on math pedagogy and technology
at the national, state, and regional levels. Dolores is
pleased to have capped her career with her very happy
years teaching high school and middle school math at the
Celebration K-12 and K-8 Schools.
Safeguarding Your Computers & Your Data
Session #3
Wednesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
The course will provide an overview of options available to
setup and secure home networks. We will also cover use of
backup and anti-virus programs and cloud storage as a way
to share data among people and devices. Time permitting;
we will also look at alternatives to common office software
products. The course material will be generic as possible to
include Apple, Microsoft and Android environments. Class
size limited to 20.
Joe Horacsek - B.S. in Engineering, University of
Western Ontario; Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator. Joe
worked for major banks in the U.S. and Canada for 36
years with nearly 30 years in the Information Technology
field. He managed the lab testing environment and
provided third level support for major banking system
upgrades in the branch and office tower environments.
Showcasing Your Travel Memoirs
Session #3
Tuesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Have you made a memorable trip or taken the vacation of
a lifetime? Do you have an upcoming trip? Learn how to
combine travel photos, memorabilia, and personal journal
entries into a unique glossy book. It can grace your coffee
table, be the perfect gift for a fellow traveler or be the visual
focus of discussions about your adventures. Basic computer
skills of uploading photos, drop, drag, and typing in a text
book are required. During the instruction the class will
be using Mixbook.com, an online tool chosen for its wide
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range of personalization in the creative process and options
for many different sizes and prices of books. Class size
limited to 16.
Jeannie Elliot - B.A. in Physical Education &
Recreation, Morehead State University; M.S. in
Recreation & Park Administration, Eastern Kentucky
University. She blends her personal interests in travel
and photography with her nomadic life as an Army wife.
This yields a unique understanding of the importance
of travel and how the records of those experiences are
vitally important to the individual. Her career has
included time with the Kentucky State Parks System,
the St. Louis Convention and Visitor’s Commission, and
The Walt Disney Company.
Webwizarding 101: Exploring Social Media
Session #3
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Curious about what the big fuss is about social media, and
why you should even worry about it? In Web Wizarding
101, we’ll be exploring and learning about the big websites
of social media - how to use them and how they can make
going on the Internet a fun and enriching experience. You’ll
learn about tweets, timelines, and more! Social media can
be a great way to keep in touch, share information, start a
business, or just have fun! Class size limited to 20.
Vincent Gerace - A.A. in Media Arts, Jamestown
Community College; B.S. in Film, Full Sail University.
Vincent is currently the Webmaster and Social Media
Manager for a number of companies, and manages
a short film and commercial videography business.
He is the YouTube expert at Social Media Visionaries
based out of Tampa, FL, and the Webmaster and Social
Media Manager for Creating Wealth USA based out of
Celebration, FL.
FINANCE
Estate Planning - Provide & Protect
Session #2
Tuesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
This course is designed to help you preserve and protect
your wealth during your lifetime and plan for the effective
distribution of your estate to your heirs. Topics covered:
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Which estate planning documents do I need? What is
the difference between a Will and a Trust? How does
a living trust work and should I have one? How can I
avoid probate? How do I make sure I do not accidentally
disinherit a loved one? How can I be proactive in creating
my own wealth distribution plan? What is a Letter of
Wishes and how will it benefit my loved ones? Can my
estate benefit from a Charitable Trust? This course is a
repeat from Spring 2014.
to securing your legacy. You have worked long and hard –
learn how to protect your investment.
Tom Kapusta - B.S. in Business Administration,
Youngstown State University; Certified Specialist in
Planned Giving, University of California. Tom has over 23
years of assisting clients at all economic levels with their
desire to leave a legacy for their family, loved ones, and
favorite charity through effective estate planning.
James Malatino - B.A., Providence College.
Malatino and Associates is a full service, comprehensive
wealth management team. The company has approximately
$1 billion in assets under management as of May 1, 2015.
Our team includes professionals with extensive financial
backgrounds in portfolio management, equity and bond
research, as well as tax-efficient investing and estate
planning strategies.
Staging a House to Sell a Home
Session #2
Wednesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Maybe you want to sell your home, or perhaps you have a
rental property to sell. Sellers must look at their property
through the eyes of a potential homebuyer. Staging is a
crucial part; buyers need to be able to walk into your house
and picture themselves living there. Audrey will teach you
how to make your rooms appear bigger and brighter and
how to make potential buyers want to make your home
their own. Best of all, this course will help make moving to
your new home easier! Class size limited to 25.
Audrey Byllott - B.S. in Business Management, C.W.
Post College. She left Citibank as a Vice President after
20 years to work for MasterCard USA as a Director for
five years then joined MasterCard Europe as a consultant.
Audrey and her husband, Augie, buy, renovate, and sell
houses and give seminars on real estate investing
Wealth Care
Session #3
Tuesday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
Wealth Care will cover a number of financial topics
particularly relevant to those 50 and older. Come learn
about the 7 Golden Rules of Investing. This course will
provide an overview of investment risks and help you to
understand how to manage these risks when developing
an investment strategy. Additionally, the course will speak
Instructors:
Anthony Malatino - B.S. in Finance, Syracuse University;
M.B.A in Quantitative Analysis, Siena College.
Robin Malatino - B.B.A. and Law Degree, University of Miami.
Andrew Zelman - B.A. in Communications, Tufts Univesrity.
Health & medicine
Art of Inner Peace
Session #1
Wednesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m. OR 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
(Note: Same course offered two different times)
This course will address the topic of inner peace through
meditation, mindfulness, and discussion. You will learn
the basics of meditation through focusing on your breath
and will awaken the beauty of being “in the now” through
your senses. We will read short excerpts of books or watch
short videos from the likes of spiritual teachers like Eckhart
Tolle, Wayne Dyer and Thich Nhat Hanh. Whether
you’ve attained inner peace or feel far from it, this course
will energize your sense of well-being, provide a space for
heartfelt connection, and leave you full of joy. Class size
limited to 15.
Tisse Mallon - From Mexico City to Chicago, IL;
Belfast, Northern Ireland to Orlando, FL, Tisse’s
journey has had one consistent focus – experiencing
the extraordinary. She has studied personal growth,
spirituality, and creativity with an insatiable thirst.
Tisse loves to share what she has learned by developing
interactive methods and exercises for inner peace, endless
inspiration, and unbridled passion.
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Brain Train
Session #1
Thursday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
Brain health plays a huge role in memory, organization,
creativity, problem-solving, driving a car and the ability to
live independently. Learn how physical activity, nutrition,
stress, social connections, and cognitive connections affect
brain function and explore the most effective strategies to
maximize brain health potential. Guest speaker Dr. Frank
Stone will explain the most current research focused on
brain health and dementia. With this exciting information
and clinically-based exercises, create your own proactive,
personalized action plan for a brain-healthy lifestyle. This
course is a repeat from Fall 2012.
Alexis Saire - M.Ed. in Health Education, Penn State
University; B.A. & M.A. in Dance, Butler University.
Alexis is the Health and Fitness Educator at the Fitness
Centre and Day Spa at Celebration Health. Prior to her
10 years at Florida Hospital, she was a faculty member at
Penn State University as well as an educator at hospital
and rehab centers. Alexis has been a conference presenter
for local and national organizations on topics including
yoga, stress management, obesity, senior health issues,
creativity, brain health, and self-esteem.
Frank Stone, MD - M.D. Bowman Gray School of
Medicine, Wake Forest University. The first primary care
physician to open a medical practice in the town of Celebration,
Dr. Frank Stone is currently the Medical Director of Florida
Hospital Celebration Health Assessment. He serves on the
medical staff and is past Chief of Staff at Celebration Health and
is team physician for the Atlanta Braves. Dr. Stone is boardcertified in both internal medicine and pediatrics, is a fellow
of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the
American College of Physicians.
Food for Life: A Kickstart Program to Improve
Your Life
Session #3
Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
(Note: Each class meeting is two hours in length)
This course is based on the Physicians Committee for
Responsible Medicine’s successful 21-Day Vegan Kickstart
program. A vegan diet of whole grains, beans, vegetables,
and fruits can help prevent diabetes, cardiovascular disease,
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cancer, and other chronic diseases. Clinically demonstrated
benefits include lower cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood
pressure, as well as improvements in energy and mood.
Much of the basis of the Kickstart program is about making
a qualitative rather than quantitative shift in the way we
eat with the idea of not restricting amounts of foods but
choosing the right foods. A variety of recipes and menus
will be included with 3-5 items demonstrated and tasted
each class! Fee for materials $30. Class size limited to 18.
Kim Kirschner - B.A. in Political Science and
International Relations, Drew University; Certified
Food for Life Instructor, Certified Holistic Health
Counselor, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Personal
Trainer and Health Coach, and A4M Fellow Integrative
Oncology. After a successful real estate career, Kim has
developed Willow Star Haven Foundation, dedicated to
health and wellness.
Manage Your Emotions: Feel Less Angry,
Depressed, Anxious and Stressed
Session #2
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
The purpose of this course is to help you make your
perceptions more accurate and your thoughts more rational,
so that you can feel more the way you want to feel. To
accomplish this goal, you will learn the ABC’s of Emotions,
rational self-analysis, the Top Ten Errors of Thinking, the
Process of Habit Formation and Change, and the Basics of
Rational Emotive Imagery. This is intended to be a fun and
interactive course in which we explore the ways that people,
often comically, get themselves upset on a daily basis. If
you are one of the 99.9% percent of us who sometimes
struggles with your emotions, you might want to consider
this class. This course is a repeat from Spring 2015. Class
size limited to 25.
Dennis Schimmel - B.S. in Psychology, University
of Wisconsin; M.S. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology,
Bowling Green State University. After receiving his Ph.D.,
Dennis spent more than 25 years working in the Federal
Prison System. The positions he held included Chief
Psychologist at a medium security prison in Wisconsin
and the Medical Center for Federal Prisons in Springfield,
MO. The last 10 years of his career he worked exclusively
developing, setting up, and monitoring drug programs
throughout the federal system. After retiring, he taught
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a variety of psychology courses at Edgewood College in
Madison, WI, and later at Polk State College. His prime
areas of expertise are cognitive approaches to counseling
and substance abuse assessment and treatment.
Slow Medicine: Hope and Healing
Session #2
Thursday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Testing and medicine and are big business now, favoring
technologies over the hands-on human care really
required for those with chronic illnesses. The principle
of Slow Medicine is to help you make informed
decisions about your health and to provide comfort and
control through your later years. Following a discussion
about the foundation of this new standard of wellness,
we will look at alternative therapies (chiropractic,
lymphatic yoga, and others), home nursing and palliative
care. All of these are life-affirming sensible stepvs to take
to assure that you age gracefully.
Anne Harbison Lucas - M.S., C.M.C,
Aging Life Care Manager
Roland Cayer - B.A. in Philosophy and Theology,
Franciscan University of Steubenville. Owner of Three Kings
Chiropractic. Chiropractor; YogaMatric; Florida Hospital
Home Health Nursing, Palliative Care and Hospice.
Using Medication Safely in an Era of Information
Overload
Session #3
Thursday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
Prescription medications may provide lifesaving therapy
and improved quality of life, yet many individuals find
themselves or loved ones ingesting multiple medications
daily, especially if diagnosed with more than one
chronic condition. Class 1 will review medication
safety principles, including drug interactions. Class 2
will address medication considerations for older adults,
such as physiologic changes which affect medication
dynamics, and also medication issues as older adults move
between different settings such as home, rehab centers,
hospital, and nursing home. Class 3 will review national
guidelines for medication use for chronic conditions such
as hypertension, cholesterol, diabetes, depression, and
preventive vaccinations. Class size limited to 25.
Rebecca Prevost - B.S. and Pharm.D., Mercer University
School of Pharmacy. She completed a pharmacy practice
residency at the VA Medical Center in Memphis,
Tennessee. Dr. Rebecca Prevost is the Medication Safety
Officer for the 8-hospital Florida Hospital System. She
works with administrators, physicians, pharmacists,
nurses, and other hospital personnel to implement
strategies for safe medication use. She was the founding
Director of Pharmacy for Florida Hospital, Celebration
Health. Prior to relocation to Florida, she served as the
clinical pharmacist for Women’s and Neonatal Services
at the Regional Center in Memphis and as an Associate
Professor, University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy.
What are Essential Oils and How to Use Them in
Your Life?
Session #1
Wednesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
We will be discussing the history of essential oils and how
they can be used in our lives.
• Class 1: Learn about frankincense and other ancient
essential oils which are mentioned in the Bible. We
will talk about where they are harvested throughout
the world and the process of making essential oils.
• Class 2: Learn about the vibrational energy and
chemistry of essential oils. We will also talk about
the many ways essential oils can be a safe and natural
approach to our health and how non-toxic oils can be
used to clean our homes.
• Class 3: See a demonstration of RainDrop Therapy
and experience making a product.
Join us for a fun adventure into a world of good smells…
and learn about the first medicines placed on our planet
– the essential oils. This course is a combination of both
parts 1 and 2 from Fall 2014 and Spring 2015. Fee for
materials $10. Class size limited to 25.
Teresa Conroy - Being a vegetarian for almost 30
years, Teresa has researched and used many natural
health products. She has used essential oils for 18 years.
She recently started an essential oils business to help
educate those around her about other choices for their
spiritual, physical, emotional, and mental health. She is a
representative for a medical device called BEMER. Prior
to starting her own business she and her husband were
stock traders/portfolio managers.
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Debbie Badamo - Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified
Natural Health Professional. Debbie is a massage
therapist at Lavender Spa, an aromatherapy specialist,
and health educator at Tranquiliti Spa. She has created
“The Heroes Club” which supports a Metaboliq lifestyle
that incorporates a mind, body, spirit approach. She has
taught aromatherapy classes for over ten years.
Christina Heldreth-Johnson - Christina is the owner
of Iron Dragonfly Pilates at Lavender Spa. Christina has
enjoyed a successful career as a dancer and aerial artist at
Disney. She is trained and certified in Pilates, Yoga, TRX,
and Psoas Release. Christina has 11 years of experience
with essential oils, which she credits as a part of her
healing process after experiencing dance injuries.
History & Civilization
A Walk Through the Old Testament
Session #2
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
From Genesis to Malachi, we will walk chronologically
through the Old Testament to help gain a sense of historical
flow as the nation of Israel comes into being and faces
opposition. This course is a repeat from Spring 2014.
Tom Kennington - B.S. in Broadcasting, University
of Florida. Tom has 20 years of radio experience as an
on-air personality, Program Director, National Program
Director, and General Manager. He spent 16 years at Walt
Disney World as the Manager of Promotions and Film &
Television Development Director.
American Icon Series: The 3 Henrys
Session #2
Thursday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
Henry Plant was determined to have his trains running
to the ports on the west coast of Florida, not only for
carrying goods from his steamships but also to bring people
to his Tampa Bay Hotel, built in 1891 and still standing.
Henry Flagler was just as determined, building railroads
and hotels along the east coast of Florida, all the way to
Key West. Henry Ford wasn’t interested in railroads but
in the automobile; he didn’t invent it, but he developed
and manufactured the first automobile that middle class
Americans could afford. Come and learn how these 3
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Henrys made a difference to Florida. This course is a
repeat from Fall 2014.
Audrey Byllott - B.S. in Business Management, C.W.
Post College. She left Citibank as a Vice President after
20 years to work for MasterCard USA as a Director for
five years then joined MasterCard Europe as a consultant.
Audrey and her husband, Augie, buy, renovate, and sell
houses and give seminars on real estate investing.
American Icon Series: Tiffany, Phillips & Bok
Session #1
Thursday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Did you ever wonder who Dr. Phillips is? After all,
there’s a town named after him, along with a magnificent
performing arts center. And, if you’ve been to the Morse
Museum in Winter Park, perhaps you’d like to know
more about the man behind the stained glass, Louis
Comfort Tiffany (and what has he got to do with the
jewelry store!). Bok Tower & Gardens in Lake Wales gets
thousands of visitors every year, but who is Edward Bok?
Come and learn about these 3 amazing men and what
they’ve done for Florida.
Audrey Byllott - B.S. in Business Management, C.W.
Post College. She left Citibank as a Vice President after
20 years to work for MasterCard USA as a Director for
five years then joined MasterCard Europe as a consultant.
Audrey and her husband, Augie, buy, renovate, and sell
houses and give seminars on real estate investing.
An Insider’s View of Automotive Design
Session #3
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
No consumer product elicits more interest and emotion
than the automobile. Just how and why have cars evolved
over the years? An automotive insider, Jim Siegel, will
pull back the curtain on automotive design and reveal the
factors that led to the cars, trucks and SUVs of the last 60
years. We’ll start with the period of 1955-1970, often called
the Golden Age of the Automobile.
Jim Siegal - B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Purdue
University; M.B.A., University of Michigan. Fulfilling
a teenage dream, Jim began his 37-year automotive
career with Ford Motor Company as a co-op trainee
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while an engineering freshman at Purdue University
and then earned a coveted engineering position at Ford’s
Design Center. As his career progressed, Jim moved
through a series of staff positions that involved product
development, manufacturing, marketing, and consumer
research worldwide. He was directly involved in many of
the industry’s most significant design and business trends.
Even after an early retirement, Jim has continued his
involvement as a consultant to the auto industry.
Architectural History & Virtual Tour of New York City
Session #2
Thursday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Understanding the topography, geology, and sociology
of the greater New York area that led to the NYC of
today are important first lessons. In this course you will
study how the history of settlement and development
is represented in the city’s architecture. We will explore
Manhattan’s city planning, famous buildings, and
neighborhoods. Discovering how architectural styles and
engineering make New York significant and memorable
will answer such questions as “Why is Manhattan’s skyline
shaped the way it is?”
Gene Lucas - M.A. in Architecture, University of
Texas; B.A. in Architecture, University of Texas. Now a
Celebration resident, Gene has been in architecture for
nearly 40 years. His career spans from Design Instructor
at the University of Texas at Austin to Owner/Principal
of Gene Lucas, Architect, Inc., a general architectural
practice specializing in custom residential design and
medical office and treatment facilities.
Exploring Orlando’s Past, B.D. (Before Disney)
Session #2
Thursday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
In two illustrated lectures and a guided walking tour of
downtown Orlando, this course will introduce participants
to the real history behind one of the most visited places
on earth -- from its beginnings during the Seminole Wars
through the booms and busts that accompanied the coming
of the railroad, the Roaring 1920s, and the post-World
War II Space Age. We’ll look at the evolution of the “The
City Beautiful” and the people who built it, including
its downtown, neighborhoods, and longtime ties to the
arts. The third class will be a field trip to Orlando’s
downtown. Transportation is not provided.
Joy Dickinson - B.A. in English and History, Florida
State University. She has written hundreds of “Florida
Flashback” features in the Orlando Sentinel, in addition
to editorial work at the newspaper. She has edited books
for the Institute of Early American History and Culture in
Williamsburg, VA, and also teaches courses about Central
Florida’s past in the Rollins College Lifelong Learning
program. She is the author of the three books about
Orlando’s past, including Orlando: City of Dreams (2003)
and Historic Photos of Orlando.
Historical Analysis of the Cold War
Session #2
Wednesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Do you remember “duck and cover?” This course is
designed to analyze what triggered the Cold War. We will
also assess whether or not the Cold War had to be fought
the way it was and if it could have been avoided entirely.
Charles M. Quinn - B.A., M.Ed. and M.A., University
of Pittsburgh; D.A., Carnegie Mellon University. Charles
has taught high school level History and has been a
college History professor for 16 years. Additionally, he
taught in a prison environment for 16 years.
World War II Strategy
Session #3
Wednesay, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
World War II will be discussed from a campaign perspective
although some individual battles will be featured. The
course will trace the origins of World War II back to the
peace treaty ending World War I, including economic issues
and political/nationalistic issues. Finally, the aftermath of
the war will be discussed along with the political issues that
framed some of the final fighting. Basic military principles
and terms will be introduced to assist in understanding the
actions and mistakes made during the war.
Walt Herscher - Ph.D., Marquette University; M.S.,
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh; M.A., University
of Notre Dame; B.A., Kalamazoo College. He taught
military history, world history, humanities, and AP art
history in high school as well as Western Civilization
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and Humanities at the college level. Last fall, he edited
a special themed issue on AP social studies for Social
Education, the national social studies journal. He also
wrote an article on AP Art History for the journal.
Literature
The Short Stories of William Faulkner
Session #3
Wednesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Join us in reading and discussing some of William
Faulkner’s iconic short stories (one or two per week).
William Faulkner, poet, short story writer, and novelist, is
one of the most celebrated of American writers. He created
the fictional Yoknapatawpha County, which he peopled
with outcasts and aristocrats, and chronicled with masterly
description and insight. Faulkner won the Nobel Prize for
Literature, two Pulitzer Prizes for Fiction, and two National
Book Awards, one for his Collected Stories. All of the
stories which we will be reading are contained in Collected
Stories of William Faulkner, available in multiple formats:
hardcover, paperback, eBook, and pdf for free download
from the internet. Come and meet, or be reintroduced to,
Flem Snopes, Quentin Compson, and a host of memorable
Southern characters!
Dolores Salvo - B.S. in Education Mathematics and
English, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania; M.A. in
English, University of Pittsburgh; M.S.Ed., Duquesne
University. Dolores taught math and English at a
suburban high school near Pittsburgh before being
named Supervisor of Mathematics for the district. She has
presented workshops on math pedagogy and technology
at the national, state, and regional levels. Dolores is
pleased to have capped her career with her very happy
years teaching high school and middle school math at the
Celebration K-12 and K-8 Schools.
Open House
September 3, 2015
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
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PErforming arts
Broadway’s Greatest Musicals - Part 3
Session #3
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
OR 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
(Note: Same course offered two different times)
The story in a Broadway Musical is told in important
numbers from the show. In Part 3, we will continue to
reveal the musical’s intent by exploring those vital numbers
which “tell the story and progress the plot.” Using extensive
song and dance video excerpts, we will transport you form
Stetson to Broadway for some of the greatest classic and
modern shows which will make you tap your toes, wipe
your tears, and remember why Broadway Musicals are the
greatest entertainment in the world. NOTE: Broadway
Part 3 will explore different shows and different themes
from Broadway Parts 1 and 2. You do not need to have
taken either of the previous courses in order to enjoy
this class.
Don Salvo - B.S. in Comprehensive English Education,
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania; M.Ed. in English
Education, University of Pittsburgh; M.S.Ed. in
Educational Administration, Duquesne University;
Fellow/School of Speech and Drama, Northwestern
University. Don was a long-time member of the nationally
known Kenley Players and did more than 60 EQUITY
musical productions. Don has performed with Joel
Grey in Cabaret, Robert Goulet in Carousel, Florence
Henderson in My Fair Lady, Juliet Prowse in The Boy
Friend, Harry Goz in Fiddler on the Roof, Arthur Godfrey,
Ethel Merman, Noel Harrison and more than 60 musical
theatre luminaries. An EQUITY member since the age
of 18, and a professional playwright, Don’s first love is
musical theatre, and he is excited to be offering this class
to Stetson Lifelong.
Personal enrichment
A Bucket Full of Travel Ideas for Your Bucket List
Session #1
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
What’s on your bucket list? Add these amazing must-see
travel destinations from all around the globe to your list of
places you want to visit before you kick the bucket! Each
week you will travel to various destinations both near and
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far. During the first week, you’ll travel closer to home in
locations throughout the United States. The second week,
you’ll journey to distant lands across the globe, and in the
final week visit some locations you wouldn’t have imagined
you would want to see. Please join us! This course is a
repeat from Spring 2015.
Tom Kennington - B.S. in Broadcasting, University of
Florida. Tom has 20 years in radio as an on-air personality,
Program Director, National Program Director, and
General Manager. He spent 16 years at Walt Disney
World as the Manager of Promotions and Film &
Television Development Director.
Alternative Reds
Session #3
Tuesday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
Explore the non-conventional and some obscure red wines
of the World. We will taste and compare varietals of red
wine that are obscure and some that are up and coming.
The last class will be held at FishBones, 6707 Sand Lake
Road, Orlando, FL 32819. The additional cost will be
$20.00 per person. This will include the tasting and
light appetizers. Transportation will not be provided.
Marco Alemany - B.A. in History, Florida State
University; M.B.A., University of Texas; Certified Level,
Guild of Master Sommeliers; Certified Beer Server and
Certified Cicerone candidate, Cicerone Organization.
Marco is the General Manager of Giovanni’s Italian
Restaurant in Lake Nona. Most recently the General
Manager and Sommelier for Thai Thani in Celebration
and manager and sommelier for Talk of the Town
Restaurant Group. Prior to that the buyer, trainer and
sommelier for EPCOT Center’s Alfredo’s of Rome.
American Comic Strips and Sunday Funnies
Session #3
Thursday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Using numerous illustrations, we will review the
development of the newspaper comic strip.
Cartoons will be selected from circa 1880 through today
and focus on early newspaper comic “wars” and “yellow
press,” changes in styles, types of comic stories including
funny and adventure, social commentary in the comics,
the impact of comics on popular culture, and crossovers
between comics, marketing, and cartoons.
Bill Grindl - B.M. in Composition, Berklee College
of Music; M.B.A., Suffolk University. Bill has a lifelong
interest in comics and is a collector of selected artists. He is a
professional musician, a real estate manager and developer.
Auto Mechanics and Maintenance
Session #3
Tuesday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
This course will provide a non-technical review of scheduled
maintenance requirements that owners can use to keep their
vehicle operating safely and help avoid unexpected repair
costs. Whether you do your own vehicle maintenance,
or rely on someone else to do it for you, this course will
help you become more comfortable with the basics of
your vehicle, including how the battery, brakes, tires, and
wiper blades can contribute to safe operation and how the
filters and lubricants can help save money and avoid costly
repairs. In addition, this course will provide useful tips on
how to select a repair facility and a maintenance and service
contract. Class 3 will reinforce the information from
classes 1 & 2 with an off-site visit to a vehicle repair
facility to see a maintenance procedure. Students will
meet for class 3 at Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center, 2600
Access Road NW, Davenport, FL 33897. Transportation
will not be provided.
James Distler - B.S. in Technical Management, Tri-State
University. James has over 30 years of experience in the
automotive industry and over 20 years with Ford Motor
Company. He is currently establishing and delivering
enhanced curricula to Ford Motor Company field personnel.
Bridge 2: Some Conventional Wisdom
Session #2
Wednesday, 11:00 - 12:15 p.m.
Join us in Bridge 2: Some Conventional Wisdom as we
focus on more advanced problem solving. In Bridge by the
Numbers, we investigated some principles of probability
that help us bid and play our hands. Now we will explore
several common problems of communicating with our
partners and three useful conventions that help solve
those problems: the Negative Double, Jacoby 2NT, and
Cuebids. Join us in Bridge 2 as we engage in problem
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solving, socializing, and having fun – all great ways to
maintain good brain health! Please note: This is not an
introductory bridge course. In order to fully appreciate
this course, participants should know the basics of
bidding and playing. Class size is limited to 20.
Dolores Salvo - B.S. in Education Mathematics and
English, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania; M.A. in
English, University of Pittsburgh; M.S.Ed., Duquesne
University. Dolores taught math and English at a
suburban high school near Pittsburgh before being named
Supervisor of Mathematics for the district. She has
presented workshops on math pedagogy and technology
at the national, state, and regional levels. Dolores is
pleased to have capped her career with her very happy
years teaching high school and middle school math at the
Celebration K-12 and K-8 Schools.
Common Sense Interior Design
Session #2
Thursday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
This course is designed to instruct homeowners about
finding practical solutions to design questions we all
face as we “nest” in our beautiful Florida homes. We
will discuss how to measure a room and develop a
comfortable, useable floor plan. Learn how to properly
scale and place accessories. Discover your personal color
palette and style. Learn about size, shape, and placement
of window coverings. There will be optional homework
for those serious about designing a specific room, or
just come and enjoy the experience of learning design
principles and tricks used by professional designers. This
course is a repeat from Fall 2014.
Mary Lujan - Mary has over thirty years of design
experience. She worked for Roy Hankis Interiors for
three years before setting out to practice interior design
on her own. She owns Hepplewhite’s Interiors, a design
studio and showroom on Main Street in Downtown
Rochester, Michigan specializing in upscale interior
design and home furnishings since 1985. Involved in
two Model Home Shows, Mary won Best in Show
both times. She has designed rooms in several Detroit
Junior League and Detroit Symphony Show Houses.
The Grosse Point Showhouse room designed by Mary
and daughter, Becky, was featured in the Detroit News
Homestyle Magazine last spring.
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Disney Cruise Line: Did You Ever Wonder?
Session #2
Wednesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Did you ever wonder what might have lead The Walt
Disney Company to enter the cruise business and set out to
transform an entire industry? Did you ever wonder what it
takes to create magical vacations at sea for Guests of all ages,
while transporting them to new destinations and immersing
them in one-of-a-kind adventures? Did you ever wonder
what it’s like to live and work on a cruise ship? This class
gives you a peek behind the curtain at Disney Cruise Line,
providing backstage insights into how the business started –
and has evolved – since setting sail in the 1990s.
Meredith Renard - B.A. in English, Caldwell
University. Meredith is currently Director of
Operations Integration at Disney Cruise Line, having
previously worked at Walt Disney World, Singer
Sewing Company, Saatchi & Saatchi Compton (a
New York advertising agency), and Congoleum
Corp. Meredith’s 40-year career journey has included
experience in Advertising, Brand Marketing,
Community Relations, Consumer Affairs, Event
Management, Incentive Trip Management, Public
Relations, National Account Sales, Trade Show
Management, and most recently – Operations,
including a brief contract as an officer aboard the
Disney Wonder cruise ship.
From Chaos to Order
Session #1
Thursday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Clutter in our homes can nag at us, slow us down, drag on
us psychologically and overwhelm us. Clutter can also be
the cause of falls with things everywhere. Adding order can
increase your happiness and provide calmness to your life.
We will work on easy tips to better organize within your
home and home office. We will tackle how to organize
your closets, rooms within your home and those dreaded
stacks of paper that might be weighing you down.
Steph Garber - B.A., University of Miami. Steph is
a member of the National Association of Professional
Organizers. She has spent her career as a National Account
Executive, but her heart has always been organizing. After
more than ten years of providing organizing services, she
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has opened her own company, From Chaos to Order,
serving Celebration and the surrounding community. She
works side by side with her clients determining what to do
with all that stuff no longer needed and how to get order
providing greater calm in their lives.
Planning for the Independent Traveler
Session #3
Thursday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
This course will address every aspect of world travel that
may cause stress and reveal ways to minimize that stress,
while maximizing the rewards. Included in the course will
be tips for traveling at the right time, to the right places
to see just those sights that appeal to you! Learn how to
travel cost effectively and in comfort while you expand your
intellectual horizons. This course is a repeat from Spring
2015. Class size limited to 25.
Tim Johnson - B.Arch. and B.F.A. in Architecture
and Fine Arts, University of Florida; M.B.A., Rollins
College. Tim spent the last 21 years of his career with
Walt Disney Imagineering developing commercial
projects for WDW and retail projects for all the Disney
Theme Parks around the world. Those WDW projects
include Team Disney, Cirque du Soleil, Coronado
Springs Resort, Celebration Town Center, and Aulani
Resort in Hawaii. Retail projects included the redevelopment of Main Street at Tokyo Disneyland and all
retail venues at Hong Kong Disneyland.
Sunshine Beer State
Session #2
Tuesday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
This course is an introduction to the fascinating world of
Craft Beer in the State of Florida. The State of Florida has
one of the largest and lucrative Craft Beer industry in the
Nation. We will look into ‘Micro-Breweries”, “Restaurant
Breweries” and how they are a thorn on the big brewery
business. The last class will be held at Cask and Larder
(565 West Fairbanks Ave. Winter Park, FL 32789) where
we will have a private guided tour by Brew Master Larry
Foor and sample some of their great brews and house
made snacks. Transportation is not provided. Fee for
materials $20. Class size limited to 20.
Marco Alemany - B.A. in History, Florida State
University; M.B.A., University of Texas; Certified Level,
Guild of Master Sommeliers; Certified Beer Server and
Certified Cicerone candidate, Cicerone Organization.
Marco is the General Manager of Giovanni’s Italian
Restaurant in Lake Nona. Most recently the General
Manager and Sommelier for Thai Thani in Celebration
and manager and sommelier for Talk of the Town
Restaurant Group. Prior to that the buyer, trainer and
sommelier for EPCOT Center’s Alfredo’s of Rome.
religion
Women in the Bible: Our Hebrew Sisters
Session #3
Thursday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
In this course we will explore the stories of a few of the
women in the Hebrew Scriptures to discover how their
histories shape our lives today. In Class 1, we’ll discover
why the stories of Ruth and Esther are the foundations of
Great Celebrations. In Class 2, we’ll explore sibling rivalry,
jealousy, and heritage in the stories of Rebekah, Haggar,
Rachel and Leah. In Class 3, we will celebrate the wisdom
of the well-known women of ancient Israel.
Beth Ramos - B.A., University of Massachusetts;
M.Ed., Rutgers University; M.A., Boston College
School of Pastoral Counseling and Religious Education.
Beth was also the Emmanuel College Campus Minister
and the Director of Religious Education in various
communities.
science & environmental studies
A Walk Around the Block
Session #2
Tuesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Spend an afternoon walking down Market Street with
an urban planner and discover the New Urban planning
principles utilized for Celebration’s mixed-use, compact,
and vibrant town center using the planning principles of
New Urbanism. Another week find yourself strolling with
our current town architect through Savannah Square,
along Longmeadow Street, and around Hippodrome Park
identifying architectural styles and discussing the details of
these streetscapes designed to help people get to know their
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neighbors and enjoy a unique sense of place. While strolling
through the parks, learn from experts about the design and
management of our public parks and trails, as well as of
our lakes and drainage system. Offering all three distinct
walking tours each week (for which the class enrollees will
be divided up) this course will highlight those details of
Celebration that might not be obvious to the untrained eye.
In case of rain, we’ll meet together indoors for a panel
discussion with all of our instructors. Wear comfortable
shoes and bring a bottle of water. This course is a repeat
from Spring 2013 and Spring 2014.
Instructors:
All four instructors are founding members of the
Celebration Foundation’s New Urbanism Committee.
Floyd McCollum - B.S. and B.Arch., The Pennsylvania
State University. Floyd is a Celebration Community
Development District (CCDD) Supervisor; , a Registered
Architect, former general contractor; member of AIA,
CNU, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB, and ICC
Mark Jones - B.Arch., University of Tennessee. Town
Architect for The Celebration Company, a Registered
Architect, a Principal of LRK Architects, & member of AIA.
Michael Prevost - B.L.A., Mississippi State University;
M.S. in City and Regional Planning, University of
Memphis. Landscape Architect and Principal of Prevost
Stamper, Inc. an irrigation consulting firm.
John Van Fossen - B.S., Salisbury University; B.Arch.,
University of Maryland. John is a Registered Architect and
Urban Designer for Architects, and is a member of CNU.
Naked Astronomy
Session #1
Thursday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Naked Astronomy brings the science of Astronomy and the
pleasure of stargazing to the general public. This course will
offer an overview of observational astronomy, a tour of the
autumn constellations, and a report on the New Horizons
mission of discovery to Pluto.
Robert Vogel - B.A. in Psychology, Loras College; M.Ed.,
University of Miami. Robert has over 30 years of experience
in pharmaceutical sales and extensive sales training.
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Terrarium Building
Session #3
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
This course is a hands-on, interactive opportunity to
learn how to create a mini ecosystem in your own home.
Bring life indoors while creatively and decoratively
engineering your own take-home terrarium. This course
is a repeat from Spring 2014. Fee for materials $20.
Class size limited to 15.
Tony Pigtain - A fearless, former gator handler and animal
trainer at Gatorland, Tony has more than 12 years’ experience
in animal husbandry and handling, terrarium exhibit design,
and ecosystem maintenance. Tony is the designer and builder
of the beautiful and large terrarium exhibit of plants and
live creatures at the Osceola County Welcome Center and
History Museum on U.S. Highway 192.
SPORTS
Rodeo: An Inside Look
Session #1
Wednesday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Rodeo is a competitive sport that arose out of the working
practices of cattle ranching. It is based on the skills required
of working cowboys and consists of events that involve
horses and other livestock, designed to test the skill and
speed of cowboy and cowgirl athletes. In this course, we
will look into the history, events, rules, and animal welfare
of professional rodeo. We will study the Silver Spurs
Rodeo, the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi, and meet
some of its competitors! We will have the opportunity to
attend the Silver Spurs Rodeo Champions Challenge in
Heritage Park. No transportation provided. This course
is a repeat from Spring 2014.
Tiffany Brown - B.S. in Food and Resource Economics
with a specialization in Agribusiness, University of
Florida. A fourth generation owner of a cattle ranch in
Osceola County, Tiffany has many daily jobs that vary
from keeping up with the accounting of the ranch to
being in the cow pens when sending cattle to the market.
A former Miss Rodeo Florida in 2003, she is a current
member and former president of the Osceola County
Cattlewomen’s Association and currently the treasurer of
the Rodeo Reunion Club.
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Using Self-Hypnosis to Play Your Best Golf Ever
Session #2
Wednesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
It is said that golf is 90% mental. This course will teach
you to tap into the mental side of your golf game,
virtually eliminating the two things that now ruin your
game - lack of consistency and not visualizing the shot
first. With self-hypnosis (SH), you will come away with a
new skill that will drastically improve these areas of your
game. After a brief history of SH, you will learn what it is
and is not. You will find out that it is a very safe practice
and, in fact, you have experienced SH many times and did
not even realize it.
Grover Wigglesworth - Grover has been a golf teaching
professional for over thirty years. He is also certified
hypnotist, with fifteen years of experience. He is unique
in his approach to teaching golf, as he teaches the physical
side of golf and the mental side. He believes that learning
golf and self-hypnosis should be a fun experience. Sign
up; you have nothing to lose but some strokes.
Visual arts & Crafts
Basic Printmaking
Session #2
Thursday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
This course is an introduction to printmaking with
Linocuts (linoleum). Relief printing is certainly the oldest
printmaking process; relief printmaking probably began the
first time a dirty hand was used to make a print on a wall.
In relief printing, raised areas on a block of wood, stone or
in this case linoleum is created by carving away any areas
not intended to print. Ink rolled across the raised areas will
mark when pressed on a surface such as paper.
• Class 1: There will be a demonstration of the
process, showing examples, discussing positive and
negative space, design drawing, and copy image all
on linoleum.
• Class 2: We will copy the images on linoleum and
begin carving.
• Class 3: Our final course will provide a product of
a print image.
Fee for materials $20. Class size limited to 15.
Karen Owen - M.A. in Humanities, California State
University; B.F.A., University of South Florida. She is a
Humanities Professor at Valencia College. She also works
at The Walt Disney World Compnay in FL as a level 2
Stage Technician for Nemo the Musical. Her current
responsibilities there include painting/maintaining props,
puppets, and set pieces. She has been a professional artist
in central Florida since 2010. Karen has won art titles
such as the Award of Excellence at the Winter Springs Art
Festival in 2013 and the Award of Honor at the Apopka
Art and Foliage Festival in 2012.
Beginning Crochet
Session #1
Thursday, 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.
Get started with crochet! Learn the stitches, tools, and
techniques you need to create popular, easy dish cloths.
Step by step instruction will be provided on properly
holding your hook, selecting the right yarn, reading
patterns, using the basic chain stitch, and troubleshooting
rows gone wrong. Building on the needed skills of
dexterity and hand-eye coordination, crochet can
contribute to a multitude of physical and mental health
advantages. You will be provided with a materials kit;
however, please bring a pair of scissors and a tape measure.
Fee for materials $10. Class size limited to 10.
Joan VanHurley - Joan worked in administration for
most of her professional career. She started crocheting
at the age of nine. She is the founder and CEO of
Alle Creations™ offering handmade adult clothing,
accessories, baby clothes, and pet sweaters through her
line Precious Treasures Crochet™.
Drawing: Open Studio
Session #3
Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
(Note: Each class meeting is two hours in length)
This studio is for advanced beginners, intermediate artists,
or above. In this open drawing studio, artist students
can work with any graphite, charcoal, or ink media.
You can work from good quality photographs to make
a finished drawing, or set up a small still life to draw, or
bring a current drawing project. The instructor will give
individual guidance and feedback.
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You will need to supply the appropriate materials for
your project. A drawing board is strongly suggested.
9 x 12 Pads of drawing paper and graphite pencils can be
purchased from the teacher if needed. This course is a
repeat from Summer 2015. Class size limited to 15.
and using values of light and shadow. Class 1: Pencil
- Contour line drawing and creating values; Class 2:
Charcoal – Creating value in reverse by carving the light
out; Class 3: Acrylic paint – Still life value study. Fee for
materials $20. Class size limited to 12.
Meryl Rachlin - B.F.A. in Graphic Design,
Massachusetts College of Art. Meryl worked on some
of the very first computer graphic systems in the country
for many years, but eventually she escaped the corporate
world for world travel where she discovered painting on
walls in New Zealand. After returning home, she studied
the decorative arts and founded Meryl’s Murals in 1995.
Meryl continues to paint murals along with Art That
Pops, where she creates custom 3-D pet portraits. Meryl
also organizes the Art & Wine Strolls in Celebration and
enjoys being a part of the Stetson Lifelong curriculum
committee and teaching drawing at Stetson and
throughout the community.
Cathy Hempel - B.F.A. in Drawing and Printmaking,
University of Central Florida. She primarily paints
in oils. She exhibits in the Central Florida area and
participates in Plein Air Paint Out events with The
Florida Painters. Cathy is currently a member of the
faculty for the Crealde School of Art and teaches at the
Jessie Brock Community Center in Winter Garden.
Hands in Clay
Session #1
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Learn how to create and decorate your own piece of pottery
using hand-building techniques and colored clay. All work
will be kiln fired to turn your creation into an object of
permanence. Suitable for all levels of experience. Fee for
materials $25. Class size limited to 15.
Kellie Moore - B.F.A. in Printmaking and Printing,
University of Central Florida. She has over 15 years of
experience as a potter. She has worked both locally and
abroad. She has instructed pottery for over 10 years,
teaching courses at The Mount Dora Center for the Arts
and in the British Virgin Islands.
Introduction to Drawing & Painting
Session #2
Tuesday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
Learning to draw is not only a matter of familiarizing
yourself with a few fundamental techniques but also
the mental process of ‘learning to see.’ An untrained
eye will tend to draw what we intellectually know
about the subject vs. really looking at what is in front
of us. This class involves contour drawing, measuring
for proportions and perspective, using negative shapes,
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Making Jewelry
Session #1
Wednesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
This course will provide a hands-on opportunity to bring
ideas to life! Learn how beads are woven into intricate
designs reflecting skill, culture, and available materials.
We will discuss the kinds of beads used, where they come
from, and how they are used historically and in the present
day. We will use techniques including wire loops and
wraps, memory wire, bead weaving, stringing on wire, and
crimping. Participants will have the opportunity to make
earrings, a bracelet, and a pendant. Fee for materials $20.
Class size limited to 17.
Sandi Loychik - Sandi retired from a profession
in medicine and neurophysiology with degrees from
Houghton College and SUNY Buffalo. Her bead education
began with learning from her cousin. She has taught basic
beading and bead weaving, served as director of crafts at the
Presbyterian Church of the Lakes, and currently teaches at
Gallery One Artists in Kissimmee.
Polymer Clay: Basics of Sculpting
Session #2
Tuesday, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
This course is a beginner’s journey into sculpting. Through
the creation of robot cats and dogs with polymer clay, you
will learn the basics about polymer clay and tips on how
to use the material. This course will be hands-on with
an anticipation of getting dirty – so make sure you wear
the appropriate clothing. Polymer clay is a type of hard
enable modeling clay based on the polymer polyvinyl
chloride (PVC). It typically contains no clay minerals, but
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like mineral clay a liquid, is added to dry particles until
it achieves gel-like working properties, and similarly, the
part is put into an oven to harden, hence its colloquial
designation as clay. Polymer clay is generally used for
making arts and craft items, and is also used in commercial
applications to make decorative parts. Art made from
polymer clay can now be found in major museums. Fee for
materials $20. Class size limited to 15.
Melissa Witkowski - Melissa has a background in
graphic design and has been a self-taught polymer clay
artist for over 10 years. For five years her full time career
in sculpting robot figures. She is the owner and operator
of “Robots Are Awesome.”
World cultures & languages
Is Sweden a Country? An Intellectual Game
Session #1
Tuesday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
The year 1950 was a watershed year in Swedish history.
At that time, twice as many people of Swedish descent
lived outside the Swedish borders as lived inside. Yet,
since 1950, this small country has gone through a
remarkable development to become one of the most
advanced countries in the world. In this course, we will
travel back 1600 years and discuss the laws and history
that shaped Sweden from the Middle Ages to 1950 and
then to modern day Sweden. We will discuss the effects
of immigration, including asylum seeking and, tragically,
human trafficking. Our final class will focus on the food
and national festivities of Sweden.
Sonja Sandin - B.A. in Studio Arts, University of
Pittsburgh; B.A. in English Literature and Creative Writing,
University of Pittsburgh; History Studies, University of
Stockholm. Between 1980 and 1996 Sonja was the Swedish
Instructor at the University of Pittsburgh. There she
conducted The Nordic Choir composed of 45 people who
performed at Heinz Chapel and other locales.
Japanese Culture & Language
Session #2
Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
(Note: Each class meeting is two hours in length)
social knowledge of Japan such as Japanese food, origami,
brush calligraphy, tea ceremony, and kimono. Hands-on
activities and live demonstrations by a specialist will be
presented. Participants are encouraged to attend the annual
Orlando Japan Festival in November. Fee for materials
$15. Class size limited to 15.
Izumi Sakurada - B.A. in Fine Arts, Chapman University,
Orange, CA. Izumi was born and raised in Nara, Japan.
Since 2006, she has been instructing Japanese culture and
language in private and group sessions as well as online.
She has taught workshops and seminars for the Road
Scholar program of Stetson University, Hilton Grand
Vacations Asian cultural seminar, National Entrepreneur
Center and various local educational institutions. Izumi is
a member of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce
of Central Florida and is currently serving on the Board of
Directors for Youth Enrichment Senior Service / Asia Trend
community learning center in Orlando, FL.
Voyage en Francais
Session #3
Thursday, 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
In this class, we will learn the basics needed for travel
in La Belle France. The first class will be dedicated to
basic greetings and everyday expressions. The second
class will cover numbers, asking for directions, and useful
travel vocabulary. In the final class, we will work on food
vocabulary and menus. By the end of the third class,
students should be able to navigate through the wonders
of traveling and dining in France. As a firm believer in the
immersion method, the instructor will teach the class in
French, so, s’il vous plait, leave your English at home. This
course is a repeat from Spring 2014 and Spring 2015.
Gregory Triffon - B.A. in French and International
Business, Florida State University; MA in French Language
and Civilization, New York University in Paris, France.
Gregory has served as center director for ELS in Celebration
for 5 years, and academic director for ELS in Los Angeles,
California. Gregory lived abroad for 10 years, and speaks
English, French, German and Portuguese. For more
than 25 years, Gregory has been involved in teaching
international students.
This unique course will offer a variety of information
regarding Japan. Learn language, traditional culture and
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What else does Stetson Lifelong offer?
One of the elements that Stetson Lifelong prides itself
on is its approach to community-building and our
fun members-only events including lectures, musical
performances, field trips, and club offerings. Below is a list
of all the “extras” just for our members:
Stetson Lifelong Book Club
The Mysteries of Life
Join us the third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. as we
discuss three mystery novels -- each of which transcends
its genre to give us insights into the mysteries of life. In
September, we will read The Woman in White by Wilkie
Collins. The Woman in White is considered to be one of the
first, and finest, mystery novels. Written in 1859, it is an
early example of detective fiction as well as of sensational
fiction. In 2003, The Observer listed it as number 23 in
“the top 100 greatest novels of all time.” In October, we’ll
discuss The Daughter of Time, written in 1951 by Josephine
Tey. The Daughter of Time fuses the detective novel with
historical fiction as a 1950’s detective investigates the
alleged crimes of King Richard III of England, the monarch
supposedly guilty of the murder of the young princes in the
Tower of London. The Daughter of Time was voted number
one in “The Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time” by the
UK Crime Writers’ Association in 1990 and rated as “one
of the best mysteries of all time” by The New York Times. In
November, we will read The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency,
the first of a series of novels by Alexander McCall Smith.
The novel, published in 1998, introduces us to Mma
Precious Ramotswe who opens the first female detective
agency in Botswana. The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency
is a mystery novel that gives us glimpses of the culture,
traditions, and beauty of Botswana. It has been adapted as
a movie, a television series filmed by the BBC and HBO,
and a radio series for BBC Radio.
Stetson Lifelong Book Club meets the 3rd
Thursday at 10:00 a.m. on September 17,
October 15, and November 19.
Facilitators:
Don Salvo - B.S. in Education, Mathematics and English, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania; M.A. in
English, University of Pittsburgh; M.S. Ed., Duquesne
University. Dolores spent much of her career as a math
administrator and teacher in Pennsylvania and at Celebration School, but she especially enjoyed her early years of
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teaching both English and math. She is excited by the
prospect of once again indulging her passion for literature
by helping facilitate the Stetson Lifelong Book Club.
Dolores Salvo - B.S. in Education, Mathematics and
English, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania; M.A. in
English, University of Pittsburgh; M.S. Ed., Duquesne
University. Dolores spent much of her career as a math
administrator and teacher in Pennsylvania and at Celebration School, but she especially enjoyed her early years of
teaching both English and math. She is excited by the
prospect of once again indulging her passion for literature
by helping facilitate the Stetson Lifelong Book Club.
Stetson Lifelong Movie Club
Join us each month to view and discuss a selection of
recent and classic movies. The fall theme will be mystery
movies and we’ll be enjoying selections from Alfred
Hitchcock, John Huston and Bryan Singer.
Stetson Lifelong Movie Club meets at 9:30 a.m.
on the 4th Thursday of the month: September
24, October 22, and December 3 (because of
Thanksgiving).
Facilitator:
Joe Horacsek - B.S. in Engineering, University of Western Ontario; Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer and
Microsoft Certified Database Administrator. Joe worked
for major banks in the U.S. and Canada for 36 years with
nearly 30 years in the Information Technology field. He
managed the lab testing environment and provided third
level support for major banking system upgrades in the
branch and office tower environments.
Stetson Lifelong Bonsai Club
The focus of the Bonsai Club is to provide hands-on
experiences making various styles of bonsai. We will use
indoor and outdoor plants suitable for the Orlando area,
such as jades, schefflera, ficus and desert rose. Materials for
this club can be brought in by the participant or purchased
at the meetings by the facilitator for a minimal fee.
Bonsai Club meets the 2nd Wednesday of the
month at 9:30 a.m. on September 9, October 7,
and November 11.
Facilitator:
Virgil Weiss - Ph.D. and M.S. in Chemistry, University off
Illinois: B.S. in Chemistry, University of Texas. Virgil held
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senior management positions in corporations including
Unilever, Hills Pet Nutrition and Loctite Corporation.
After retirement he became a Master Gardener who
specializes in the study of Bonsai.
stetson lifelong origami club
Members who have taken Yuni and Izumi Skurada’s
amazing Origami courses have decided to meet twice
a month to share all the fun things they have found to
continue their Origami studies. This will be an informal
meeting where you can come as a novice and learn or
come as an expert and share. There is not pressure, you are
welcome to come and socialize and observe to see if origami
is something you would like to try. Origami is a creative
art that can beneft manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and
allow us to use our brains in a different way. It can be very
relaxing while challenging in a good way! No need to bring
any supplies, we have more than enough to get you started.
Origami club meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays
of the month at 11:00 a.m.; September 7,
September 21, October 5, October 19, November
2, November 16
Facilitator:
Izumi Sakurada - B.S. in Fine Arts, Chapman University.
Izumi was born and raised in Nara, Japan. Since 2006, she
has been tutoring Japanese culture and langauge in private
and group sessions as well as online. She has taught
workshops and seminars for the Road Scholar program of
Stetson University, Hilton Grand Vacations Asian cultural
seminar, and the Seacoast Montessori training program.
Izumi is a member of the Asian American Chamber of
Commerce of Central Florida and the owner of Japanese
Lesson 34747.
Stetson LIFELONG WELLNESS
COACHING CLUB
Do your diet and exercise plans fall apart after a few weeks
or never get started at all? Would you like to achieve lasting
improvement in areas of health and wellness such as fitness,
nutrition, energy, quality sleep and stress management?
Discover how to clarify your direction, create a realistic
plan of action, and make permanent lifestyle changes in a
positive non-judgmental group environment. The built-in
support system of a group provides accountability, new
perspectives and creative strategies to unlock your wellness
potential. Be motivated, confident and empowered as
you travel on your journey to health and celebrate you
achievements with your Wellness Coaching Club.
Wellness Coaching Club meets the 1st Tuesday of
the month at 10 a.m. on September 1, October 6,
November 3, and December 1.
Facilitator:
Alexis Saire - M.Ed. in Health Education, Penn State
University; B.A. & M.A. in Dance, Butler University.
Alexis is the Health and Fitness Educator at the Fitness
Centre and Day Spa at Celebration Health. Prior to her
10 years at Florida Hospital, she was a faculty member at
Penn State University as well as an educator at hospital
and rehab centers. Alexis has been a conference presenter
for lcoal and national organizations on topics including
yoga, stress management, obesity, senior health, issues,
creativity, brain health, and self-esteem.
Guest Lectures / Special events
Lectures are scheduled on Wednesdays at 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.
at the Celebration Center.
Sept. 16 .........................................................................................................
Alex Foster - Jazz Meets Motown Inc.
Come join Mr. Alex Foster for an afternoon concert
by Jazz Meets Motown Inc.--a group of over 100 of
the best musicians in Central Florida who gather on
Monday nights at the Bohemian Hotel in Celebration
to play with their peers and keep this indigenous music
style alive. Members of the group include a three-time
Grammy winner, several gold and platinum record
holders, graduates from Berklee College of Music
and other prestigious music schools, and residents of
Celebration. Accompanying this incredible concert will
be introductions providing contextual and historical
backgrounds of the music presented.
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Kathy Redman - Principles of Immigration
Kathy Redman is the Southeast Regional Director for
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS),
the agency of the Department of Homeland Security
that oversees legal immigration to the United States.
MSNBC said “immigration issues dominated the opening
debate” of the election; and Breitbart News declared that
“It’s clear that immigration is the number one issue on
Americans’ minds heading into the 2016 presidential
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primary process.” With those headlines, it’s important
for the public to better understand the U.S. immigration
system. It’s not easy—immigration law has been called
second only to tax law in its complexity—but in this brief
lecture you will be given a dynamic overview of the legal
immigration system in this country. Senior leadership
of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services—the
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agency that
oversees legal immigration— will discuss the legal avenues
to immigrate to the U.S.; the difference between a work
card and a green card; how employers sponsor foreign
workers; how long family members have to wait to
immigrate; the difference between a refugee and asylee;
how many people are allowed to immigrate every year;
and the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. Attendees
will gain a better understanding of how the immigration
system works so don’t miss out on this great opportunity
to learn from a top DHS immigration official.
Sept. 30 .........................................................................................................
Robert Hill - A Career in Ballet
Orlando is famous for its world-class attractions. We are
fortunate to have the best-of-the-best in our city. That
now includes Robert Hill and the Orlando Ballet. You
are invited to meet and hear Robert Hill as he discusses
what it means to be a Principal Dancer with the American
Ballet Theatre and, as Artistic Director of the Orlando
Ballet, what he is doing to make it a premiere ballet
company. This is an artistic opportunity not to be missed.
Oct. 7 ..............................................................................................................
Diane Finney - Pathway to Self-Publishing
Is there a story you long to tell the world? Have you tried
the traditional publishing track without success? Many
authors from Edgar Allan Poe to Beatrix Potter to Ernest
Hemingway have chosen to self-publish their books. The
publishing world has changed and the gatekeepers can
no longer hold back the flood of writers who wish to be
published. Diane Finney is a self-published author of To
Know Sweet You Must Taste Sour, a Cancer Survivor’s
Self Help Guide. Diane will share the experience of
creating her book from concept to publication. Diane will
offer helpful tips, mistakes to avoid and resources she has
gathered from writers’ conferences.
Oct. 14 ...........................................................................................................
ARTrium Event
Eight artists will have their work on display in the atrium
during the afternoon of October 14th, then during the lecture
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at 4:30 the artists will speak about their art, their process and
how they got into the art medium.
Oct. 21 ...........................................................................................................
Bonnie Gibson - Volunteers for Community Impact
Have you ever thought about what the world would be like
without the selfless devotion of volunteers? This lecture
invites participates to engage in activities and discussion
about the importance of volunteering within their
communities as well as the many benefits to volunteering.
Volunteers will receive information on ways they can stay
actively involved in the Osceola County community.
Oct. 28 ...........................................................................................................
Dolores and Don Salvo - Be Italian!
Benvenuti Amici: Welcome Friends! Join us for a whirlwind
tour of Italy through music and video clips. We will explore
this magnificent country’s history as well as its spectacular
culture—art, architecture, music, film—and books about
and by Italians and Italian-Americans. For 75 minutes, let’s
all “Be Italian!”
Nov. 4 ............................................................................................................
Edely Wallace - Lymphatic Yoga
In a stunning discover that overturns decades of textbook
teaching, researchers have determined that the brain is directly
connected to the immune system by vessels previously thought
not to exist. The discovery could have profound implications
for diseases from autism to Alzheimer’s to multiple sclerosis
(University of Virginia Health System). Join us for an
informative lecture on how Yoga is making a difference in the
body’s lymphatic system and overall health and well-being.
Nov. 11 ...........................................................................................................
Veteran’s Panel
Lifelong Learning has been very fortunate to have amongst
its membership a considerable number of veterans. This is
an opportunity to honor those veterans and learn from their
past to engage towards the future. This panel discussion will
include several veterans from the various armed services to
discuss topics such as challenges they faced while deployed,
coping with the struggles of returning to civilian life, and
highlights they wish to share. This will be a preplanned
question and answer event facilitated by Stetson University’s
Dr. Paul Croce, Professor of History in the Department of
American Studies.
Nov. 18 ...........................................................................................................
KT Budde-Jones & Syd Jones: Florida’s Treasure
Past - The Discovery & Recovery of the Nuestra
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Senora de Atocha
For centuries, the wealth of the New World flowed past
Florida’s shores as it made its way to Europe to keep the
Spanish Empire afloat. The Nuestra Senora de Atocha
is one of many Spanish Galleons that left Cuba loaded
with gold, silver, emeralds, and trade goods that did
not make it to Spain. Considered one of the richest and
most significant shipwrecks to ever be lost, the Atocha
was found 30 years ago this summer. On July 20, 1985,
Syd Jones and KT Budde-Jones were part of Mel Fisher’s
“Golden Crew” that found the Atocha Main Pile 40 miles
west of Key West Florida. Syd and KT share their personal
as-it happened stories and photos taking you with them
on the journey that led to the recovery of $500 million
worth of treasure and artifacts.
Field Trip Opportunities (for
lifelong members only):
Friday, Oct. 9, 2015 .............................................................................
Explore Morikami Gardens
Celebrate the rich history of the more than century-old
connection between Japan and South Florida. The Yamato
colony was formed as an agricultural colony in the early
1900s by a group of young farmers. The legacy of their
efforts has been preserved in the beautiful Morikami
Museum and Japanese Gardens. Visit over 16 acres of
authentic Japanese gardens, rotating exhibits of Japanese
art, authentic tea houses and cultural programs. Watch
an authentic demonstration of a beautiful Japanese
Tea Ceremony by the master and her students. The
Museum offers a variety of Japanese fine art exhibits from
traditional to modern. This all-day trip to Delray Beach
is limited to 50 people. Cost will be $75 per person
and will include transportation, admission, and a
boxed lunch.
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015 ...................................................................
Hatter Day Saturday!
Show your Hatter Pride by joining in the Stetson
Homecoming fun! Spend a day in DeLand enjoying
all the campus has to offer. Our day will start with the
Dedication of the Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial followed
by a special presentation of the Alumni Choir Rehearsal.
Enjoy a wonderful lunch at Cook’s Café and do some
shopping in the Hatter Village prior to the afternoon
Homecoming Game against Ave Maria College. This trip
to DeLand is limited to 35 people. Cost will be $65
per person and will include transportation, ticket to
football game, and lunch.
All field trip reservations must be accompanied with the
appropriate fee at the time of registration. Refunds will
be given up to 2 weeks prior to the event. No refunds
will be given after this date.
Curriculum committee
The Curriculum Committee works in conjunction with
Stetson University to determine the number and selection
of courses, lectures, and special events offered each term.
Decisions are based on the interests of Lifelong Members
and qualifications of potential instructors.
Committee Members
Toni Castillo, Director of Celebration Center
Audrey Byllott
Joe Horacsek
Mary Ann Kinser - Co-Chair
Anne Lucas
Floyd McCollum
Alexis Saire
Dolores Salvo
Don Salvo
Laura Simpson - Co-Chair
Meryl Rachlin
Terry Wick
Ways To register
Come to the Open House on Thursday,
Sept. 3, 2015, at 9:30 a.m.
If you are an existing member after
Sept. 3, you may register at: www.
stetson.edu/lifelong-learning
Stop in at Stetson University at
Celebration, Monday through Friday,
from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., beginning Sept. 3.
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REGISTRATION FORM
First Name:
Last Name:
First Name for Nametag (if different from above):
Mailing Address:
City, State, ZIP:
Phone:
Preferred Email: Date of Birth: Last 4 digits of Social Security #:
(used to create student ID)
Contact Name for Emergencies:
Relationship: Phone:
On occasion we take photographs or create videotapes of events and classes connected to Stetson Lifelong at Celebration. Photographs and
videotapes take of you while attending any Stetson-related activities or courses are the property of Stetson University and may be used for
future marketing purposes. Being a Lifelong member implies you irrevocably grant to Stetson University the right to record your likeness
and voice, to edit such recording or photo, and to use it for the educational benefit of those associated with Stetson University.
Course selections for fall 2015
Course Title
Session (1,2,3)
Day (T/W/R)
Priority 1:
Priority 2:
Priority 3:
Priority 4:
Priority 5:
Priority 6:
Priority 7:
Priority 8:
Priority 9:
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Priority 11:
Priority 12:
Priority 13:
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Priority 15:
Priority 16:
Priority 17:
Priority 18:
Priority 19:
Priority 20:
Are you interested in volunteering?
Interested in volunteering? (see page 6) Yes:
Interested in presenting a course or lecture?
No:
Yes:
No:
MEMBERSHIP & COURSE PACKAGE SELECTION FOR FALL 2015 - SPRING 2016
Description
Fee (Under 65)
Fee (65 Plus)
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$85.00
$75.00
QTY Purchased
Amount Due
Check with Column used
Under 65 or 65 Plus
→
Note you must be 65 by 9/1/15 to be
eligible for your discount this year!
Members Only
Annual Membership Fee - Required
Choose an Annual package that best fits your schedule. spring 2016 classes will be available january 2016.
Paying for a full-year is more cost-effective for you!
4 Course Package Fee
$50.00
$45.00
8 Course Package Fee
$90.00
$80.00
12 Course Package Fee
$120.00
$110.00
16 Course Package Fee
$145.00
$130.00
20 Course Package Fee
$160.00
$145.00
Additional Single Course Fee
$20.00
$18.00
$75.00
$65.00
non-MemberS
Non-Members Single Course Fee
FEES (List Courses with Material Fees below.)
Field trips
total fees due
NOTES: Membership may be purchased without purchasing a Course Package; Membership is not transferrable. Members can
purchase a Course or Course Package at any time during their Membership year. Courses must be taken during the Membership year
(September 1, 2015 - August 31, 2016). Non-Members are not eligible to purchase Course Packages.
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Stetson Lifelong at Celebration
Stetson University
800 Celebration Avenue
Suite 104
Celebration, FL 34747
Name as it appears on Credit Card:
Credit Card Acct. #:
Three (or four) digit security code on back (required):
Expiration Date:
Signature:
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STETSON UNIVERSITY
at Celebration
800 Celebration Ave., Suite 104
Celebration, FL 34747
Ways To register
Come to the Open House on Thursday,
Sept. 3, 2015, at 9:30 a.m.
If you are an existing annual member
after Sept. 3, you may register at:
www.stetson.edu/lifelong-learning
Stop in at Stetson University at
Celebration, Monday through Friday, from
9:30 - 11:30 a.m., beginning Sept. 3.
Call 321-939-7691, and give the
information over the phone to our staff.
Mail in both registration forms from
Pages 26 - 28 completely filled out, and
attach a check or use a credit card.
Open House
Take this opportunity to determine which
Lifelong Learning courses will be the best
for you! Instructors will be available to
answer your questions about the exciting
courses that we are offering this fall.
thursday
September 3, 2015
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Stetson University at Celebration
Fall 2015 • Three-week sessions begin: Sept. 22, Oct. 13, & Nov. 3 • Stetson Lifelong at Celebration