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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 10, 2025 to July 10, 2025
Thursday at 12:45 PM
Join us for a culinary journey to Australia and New Zealand. This immersive wine and food pairing class explores the unique and diverse terroirs of Australia and New Zealand. Discover the bold reds of the Barossa Valley, the crisp whites of Marlborough and everything in between as we delve into the distinct characteristics that make these regions world renowned.
Taught by: Walter Makarucha
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 17, 2025 to July 17, 2025
Thursday at 12:45 PM
Explore food and wine from the majestic andes Mountains to the vast Pacific coastline and discover the unique flavors and traditions that make Chile a rising star in the global gastronomic scene. This class offers a captivating blend of cultural immersion and sensory delight.
Taught by: Walter Makarucha
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 16, 2025 to July 16, 2025
Wednesday at 12:45 PM
In the waning days of transatlantic travel by sea, a revolutionary new ocean liner captured the imagination of the American people. For 17 short years, she was a floating example of American ingenuity, strength and style. Her afterlife was more than triple her glory days, and her legend lived on. Recently back in the news, the S.S. United States and her long saga make for a fascinating tale.
Taught by: Thomas Powderly
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 29, 2025
Tuesday at 10:45 AM
This class is an introduction to writing your family history in narrative form. The emphasis is on writing short drafts to share with class members using suggested topics to ignite the process. Approaches include memoir or the remembered past, family stories, oral history, research-based analysis and creative nonfiction. Supportive and collaborative efforts are encouraged.
Taught by: Susan Dion
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 29, 2025
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
Prerequisite: Time to write outside of class. Please bring your nonfiction piece (four pages or less) to the first class, where workshop guidelines and etiquette are reviewed. Students share their nonfiction writing (poem/prose, essay, memoir, literary journalism, creative nonfiction and academic works) and offer, kind, considerate, helpful and constructive critiques and comments. Discussions focus on developing great opening sentences and story arc, finding one’s voice, and creating a piece that educates and resonates with the reader.
Taught by: Kathleen Sundt
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 14, 2025 to July 14, 2025
Monday at 12:00 PM
Join this workshop to explore the fun and versatile world of monoprinting! Learn the basics, or simply use the time and materials provided to create unique, layered prints using gel plates, acrylic paints and various textures. Perfect for beginners and those experienced with gel printing.
Taught by: Rebecca Daniels
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 21, 2025 to July 21, 2025
Monday at 12:45 PM
Discover the art of printmaking with our kitchen lithography course! This hands-on workshop introduces a fun and accessible approach to traditional lithography using everyday kitchen materials like aluminum foil, cola and oil-based inks. Perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts, participants learn step-by-step techniques to create unique prints without the need for a professional studio. Unleash your creativity and explore this innovative, eco-friendly method of making art!
Taught by: Rebecca Daniels
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 7, 2025 to July 28, 2025
Monday at 9:00 AM
This course is an open workshop for all art students who would like studio time during the summer. No instruction, just bring a project to work on with friends!
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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 29, 2025
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
This course is an open workshop for all art students who would like studio time during the summer. No instruction, just bring a project to work on with friends!
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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 9, 2025 to July 30, 2025
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
This course is an open workshop for all art students who would like studio time during the summer. No instruction, just bring a project to work on with friends!
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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 10, 2025 to July 31, 2025
Thursday at 9:00 AM
This course is an open workshop for all art students who would like studio time during the summer. No instruction, just bring a project to work on with friends!
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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 7, 2025 to July 28, 2025
Monday at 9:00 AM
This course is an open workshop for all ceramics students who would like studio time during the summer. No instruction, just bring a project to work on with friends!
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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 29, 2025
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
This course is an open workshop for all ceramics students who would like studio time during the summer. No instruction, just bring a project to work on with friends!
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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 9, 2025 to July 30, 2025
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
This course is an open workshop for all ceramics students who would like studio time during the summer. No instruction, just bring a project to work on with friends!
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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 10, 2025 to July 31, 2025
Thursday at 9:00 AM
This course is an open workshop for all ceramics students who would like studio time during the summer. No instruction, just bring a project to work on with friends!
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Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 7, 2025 to July 28, 2025
Monday at 10:45 AM
Required texts: Kareem Between by Shifa Saltagi Safadi, Gather by Kenneth M. Cadow, The Deep Dark by Molly Knox Ostertag and The Enigma Girls by Candace Fleming. Get a taste of young adult literature by reading and discussing four books published for teens. What makes a book “young adult” and how well is it written? This summer’s theme is “resilient teens.” We read the above books, which are available in libraries and bookstores.
Taught by: Peggy Dillner
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 9, 2025 to July 30, 2025
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
The cruise industry has experienced incredible growth and diversification over the last half century. For better or worse, today’s cruise vacation is a vastly different experience than it was 50 years ago. Students learn how holidays at sea have evolved in terms of ship size, accommodations, onboard amenities, food, service and pricing. We explore how to differentiate cruise ships and discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the industry and ongoing health and environmental issues.
Taught by: Thomas Powderly
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 7, 2025 to July 28, 2025
Monday at 10:45 AM
This class covers barbecue meats, regional styles and flavorings, kinds of barbecue smokers and controlling fire. Students learn short-cook and long-cook techniques and barbecue specialties. The class concludes with information on barbecue competitions and resources.
Taught by: Jeffrey Chambers
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 29, 2025
Tuesday at 10:45 AM
Swedish death cleaning, which is based on a book, is a method of organizing and decluttering your home before you die in an effort to lessen the burden on your loved ones after you’ve passed. Over the course, students learn the seven steps to master. This course is as much a gift to yourself as it is to your loved ones!
Taught by: Madeline Dobbs
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 9, 2025 to July 30, 2025
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
Tree Club members are “volunteer tree stewards” for the Wilmington campus. During the summer session, we select trees in the park at Goodstay Gardens and prepare an attractive guide to use when visiting this special woodland.
Taught by: Jim Hainer
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 29, 2025
Tuesday at 10:45 AM
This course presents information about the four main vital signs, which are the initial step in evaluating a person’s state of health. Through lectures, discussion and some active demonstration, participants learn about the measurement and physiologic basis of heart rate, blood pressure, temperature and respiratory rate with brief discussions about changes in these parameters in different disease states.
Taught by: Hisham Sherif
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 10, 2025 to July 31, 2025
Thursday at 10:45 AM
Materials required: Blocks and a tie or belt are helpful. Chair yoga is offered as an option for those who wish to practice yoga and are uncomfortable transitioning between floor poses and standing poses. Options for stretches and yoga poses are offered, including sitting on a chair and standing using a chair for support.
Taught by: Carol Lovett
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 9, 2025 to July 30, 2025
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of computers and Excel and a home computer with Microsoft Excel software. This Microsoft Excel course is for people who know how to use the Windows or Mac operating system, possess Excel software, and have basic Excel knowledge. Students learn several special topics not covered during the fall or spring semesters (see syllabus). Each week students receive lesson instructions to be used. The class involves a short video previewing the lesson to be taught followed by a step-by-step, hands-on walk through of the lesson.
Taught by: Phillip Weinberg, Reg Herzog
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 29, 2025
Tuesday at 10:45 AM
Prerequisite: Intermediate or advanced performing skills. Some people are prolific songwriters that constantly develop new ideas, while others write the same song over and over again. Well-developed song arrangements keep songs fresh and inviting for the listener. These songs build familiarity so people remember them and add distinctive surprises so they don’t tire of them. This workshop is about using musical forms and techniques to enhance songs, while providing inspiration and aiding creative development.
Taught by: Terry Merriman
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 10, 2025 to July 17, 2025
Thursday at 10:45 AM
The story of West Side Story began more than 75 years ago. From its earliest conception as East Side Story to its ground-breaking Broadway run and the award-winning film, West Side Story has become an icon of American culture. This class begins with the creation of the original stage version of West Side Story and then brings the story to the making of the 1961 film and present day.
Taught by: Thomas Powderly
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 9, 2025 to July 30, 2025
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
The U.S. Constitution has served as the foundational document over many political and social changes in American history. The transitional period after the 2024 presidential election presented several challenges to the functionality of the three branches of government, as they were outlined in the Constitution. This program focuses on the executive branch, as presented in the writings of the Founding Fathers and within the Constitution, and how those works have been interpreted since January 2025.
Taught by: Claire Sullivan
The date of this class has been corrected since catalog publication.
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 8, 2025
Tuesday at 10:00 AM
Additional fee: Please note that this course requires an additional fee of $40. Participants receive a payment link from OLLI prior to the first class. There is also an additional $25 material fee due to the instructor. Learn to cut, grind, foil and solder your stained glass suncatcher using the Tiffany Style of stained glass (foil and solder method). No experience necessary. This workshop is perfect for beginners. Offered in partnership with The Art Studio, the arts education center of New Castle County’s Department of Community Services. Please note the additional fee mentioned above.
Taught by: Karen Berstler
The date and time of this class have changed since catalog publication.
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 22, 2025 to July 22, 2025
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
This class explores the unique aspects of cruising, such as drink packages, excursions, dining venues, spas and considerations.
Taught by: Carolyn Stankiewicz
The time of this class has changed since catalog publication.
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 15, 2025
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
Join our class for a discussion of at least two new TED Talks along with some challenging and some easy trivia questions for prizes! Student participation is necessary to make this class interesting and fun!
Taught by: Carolyn Stankiewicz
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 24, 2025 to July 24, 2025
Thursday at 12:45 PM
¡Bienvenidos! Forget phrasebooks and verb conjugations and join us for a culinary and oenological immersion. This course dives into the heart of Spanish culture through its vibrant food and wine. This class is your passport to understanding Spain’s diverse regions, rich traditions and the art of sobremesa (post-meal conversation). This isn’t just a tasting; it’s a cultural experience.
Taught by: Walter Makarucha
An online section of this class has been added since catalog publication.
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 9, 2025 to July 30, 2025
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
Name calling can be a slippery slope to fascism. But, what is real fascism? While Italy and Germany provide historical examples, is there anything comparable in the United States? It is an old Republic, and the guardrails are many.
Taught by: John Bullock
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 8, 2025 to July 29, 2025
Tuesday at 12:00 PM
Explore the nostalgic world of 1980s and 1990s movies, feel-good classics, teen comedies, action hits, and cult favorites. Bring your lunch to watch movies with your OLLI friends! Different movies are offered for each class section. View the Tuesday movie list.
Taught by: Jenna Cole
Wilmington (Arsht Hall): July 9, 2025 to July 30, 2025
Wednesday at 12:00 PM
Explore the nostalgic world of 1980s and 1990s movies, feel-good classics, teen comedies, action hits, and cult favorites. Bring your lunch to watch movies with your OLLI friends! Different movies are offered for each class section. View the Wednesday movie list.
Taught by: Jenna Cole
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OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
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