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UD OLLI Summer Selections: June 22 – July 23, 2026
Five weeks of fun topics, short courses and field trips
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Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Additional fee: Materials fee of $15, payable to instructor. Both beginners and experienced card makers are welcome. This course teaches techniques to produce lovely cards to lift spirits and celebrate all occasions. Most tools and supplies are provided. Please note the additional fee mentioned above.
Taught by: Charlene Jehle
Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 2:30 PM
Participants in this course will be able to listen, sing along or play an instrument brought from home. Instructor provides a chronological list of songs, including keys, that we will play each week. Participants can suggest additional songs as we move through our list. If we have enough players, we will rotate performance leaders. Discussions about the songs will occur between performances. We will start on “Route 66” written by Bobby Troup in 1946.
Taught by: Jack Bartley
Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 2:30 PM
Using The Book of Alchemy as a guide, this class takes a look at developing creative journaling practices for an inspired life. With a collection of wisdom from some of the world’s greatest writers, we will utilize a curated set of prompts for your own writing and reflections. Our focus is on process over perfection, helping participants find a state of “flow” and enjoying the creative process.
Taught by: Kolinda Scialabba
Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
Participants in this class perform a series of strength, flexibility and cardiovascular exercises from a seated position. It is appropriate for all skill levels and abilities.
Taught by: Charlene Jehle
This course has been added since catalog publication. Also, the schedule has been corrected from a Wednesday to a Monday meeting time.
Ocean View Community Center: March 30, 2026 to April 27, 2026
Monday at 9:00 AM
Class participants learn about the ancient Chinese practice of qigong and how to incorporate this into their daily lives. Qigong is a gentle practice that connects the body and breath with intentional movements that target specific body parts. This practice can be done standing or sitting. No equipment is needed. Participants are encouraged to listen to their own body and not push themselves beyond what they feel they can do.
Taught by: Cathy Jacobsen
This course has been added since catalog publication.
Ocean View Community Center: March 30, 2026 to April 27, 2026
Monday at 1:45 PM
Foundations of Investing is an educational program for people who are either new to investing or need a refresher. Participants will learn the importance of developing a strategy, the impact of asset allocation, and the influence of inflation on your long-term goals. We cover the basic features of bonds, stocks and mutual funds, and the importance of asset allocation.
Week 1 Subject: Foundations of Investing
Week 2 Subject: Healthcare and Your Retirement
Week 3 Subject: Retirement: Making Your Money Last
Week 4 Subject: Social Security
Week 5 Subject: Creating your Estate Plan
Taught by: Kevin Thompson, Lance Rogers
This one-session class has been added since catalog publication.
Ocean View Community Center: April 29, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 12:45 PM
Learn about the Camino de Santiago de Compostela, famously known as “The Way,” a hiking pilgrimage in Spain. There are eight official routes listed by the Cathedral of Santiago (but many variants) that would enable one to receive a certificate called the Compostela. Each route has a minimum distance, usually over 100km. However, a hiker’s goal may not be obtaining the Compostela but simply to enjoy hiking a well-marked route for physical, mental or spiritual health. This is a one-day class that meets on April 29, 2026.
Taught by: Cezarina Cornejo Alzona
Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
This is planned to be a fun social learning experience. We plan to play Rummy and Trash, both games enjoyed by younger children and adults in this day and age. Socialize, teach and play together.
Taught by:
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
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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