Senior University October Class Highlights
Monday, October 2
Around The World with Nellie Bly – A Living History Performance by Debbie Dimitre
Join living history performer, Debbi Dimitre, as she portrays Nellie Bly, the first female investigative journalist in America. Must RSVP to Jana to attend. jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or 253-756-6219.
3:00 pm, MJ Wicks Wellness Center
Wednesday, October 11
Glaciers at Work
Learn about glaciers and explore areas of Southeast Alaska that have been and are being carved by ice, including the Juneau Icefield Research Program that provides the longest continuous study of glaciers in the Western hemisphere. Must RSVP to Jana to attend. jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or 253-756-6219.
11:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Friday, October 20
LGBTQIA+ Competency
We used to call it the gay community. Then it was the lesbian and gay community. Now it’s the LGBTQIA+ community. But what does it all stand for and why is it so complicated? Join us for a discussion in which you will learn what to say and what not to say, but far more importantly learn what it all means and why it’s important. Learn about gender identity, sexual orientation, and gender expression, how these things interact, how they impact all of us, and how to love and support the LGBTQIA+ people in our lives. Bring your curiosity, questions, and an open mind! Must RSVP to Jana to attend. jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or 253-756-6219.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
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.