Senior University July 2023 Class Highlights
The Operas of Mozart*
Monday, July 10 - Early works
Wednesday, July 12 - Opera Seria: Idomeneo; La Clemenza di Tito
Monday, July 17 - Opera Buffa - The Mozart/da Ponte Operas: Le nozze di Figaro; Don Giovanni; Cosi fan tutte
Wednesday, July 26 - Singspiel: Die Entfürung aus dem Serail; Die Zauberflöte
10:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Thursday, July 13
Spinning a Yarn, Weaving a Tale*
Long, long ago, humans discovered the magic of twisting fibers into yarn, then weaving these yarns into a myriad of articles both useful and beautiful. Karen Haas relishes playing with both fibers and words and has fashioned a program designed to delight the eye and ear. You’ll even have a chance to try your hand at some of these arts, both ancient and new.
2:00 pm, MJ Wicks Wellness Center
Friday, July 14
Being Well: Evidence-Based Strategies for Mental Health*
Dr. Tiffany Artime will share research on strategies that support good mental health and prevent difficulties with concerns like depression or anxiety. The talk will present both the science on interventions that promote well-being as well as ways to apply these tools for good coping and self-care.
2:00 pm, MJ Wicks Wellness Center
For all Senior University Classes, you must register with Jana. You can contact her at 253-756-6219 or janawennstrom@franketobeyjones.com
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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.