Senior University Class Sneak Preview September 2022
Senior University Class Sneak Preview September 2022
Friday, September 2, September 9, September 16, September 23, & September 30
Writing Forever Letters
This 5-week course introduces participants to the value of writing about their own beliefs and values to the people important in their lives, whether they be living or have passed on. With texts, tweets and instant messaging, the personal letter has become a rarity. This class will teach the value of writing Forever Letters to convey what has become important in the writer’s life and how the receiver has contributed to that. The class will be interactive in format and each session will provide writing practice along with providing and receiving feedback. You must register to attend. Please contact Jana Wennstrom to register at jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or at 253-756-6219.
10:00 – 11:30 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Thursday, September 8, September 15, September 22, & September 29
Tacoma Community Ukulele Project: Exploring the Ukulele
Ukulele is an instrument that you can learn chords & songs on with no prior musical training, so please join us regardless of your previous musical experience and leave with the tools to keep learning on your own. Over the course of just four classes, you will learn at least 8 songs, multiple strumming patterns, practice techniques to carry your learning into the future, and all in a fun & engaging social setting! You must register to attend. Please contact Jana Wennstrom to register at jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or at 253-756-6219.
2:00 pm, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Friday, September 23
Lady at the Crossroads: Narcissa Whitman – Living History Performance by Karen Haas
Our nation's history is the story of diverse cultures meeting and interacting in ways both peaceful and hostile. As a missionary to the Cayuse in what is now Eastern Washington, Narcissa Whitman was at the center of one such cultural intersection.
Using the text of many of Narcissa's letters as well as portions of her beloved hymns, Karen portrays Mrs. Whitman as she shares her challenges, joys, and sorrows. You must register to attend. Please contact Jana Wennstrom to register at jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or at 253-756-6219.
2:00 pm, MJ Wicks Wellness Center
September classes will be posted on the FTJ website at the end of August.
Franke Tobey Jones
Senior University
Senior University at Franke Tobey Jones provides a wealth of lifelong learning programs for people 55 or better, for both campus residents and seniors in the surrounding community. This educational and cultural program designed for seniors is unique to Pierce County. Senior University offers the opportunity to build skills, explore new subjects and enjoy the learning process with others. Lecturers and instructors are experts in their fields hailing from local colleges and universities, businesses, not-for-profits and cultural organizations, along with others who have retired with rich career experiences. Most classes are offered free of charge as a public service to the Tacoma-Pierce County community.
The Mission of Franke Tobey Jones
To enrich and extend the quality of life for seniors in our community. As a not-for-profit organization, we provide senior residential services, a supportive continuum of care and innovative community outreach.