Senior University
December Class Sneak Preview
Wednesday, December 3
Paint and Sip – Folk Ornaments
Artväna, the leading Paint & Sip Events provider for Western Washington, will provide a fun and accessible art instruction experience with step-by-step painting instructions to create your very own artwork. No artmaking experience is required to have a great time! Pre-registration is required and the cost for the event is $40. Beverages will be provided.
10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Tobey Jones Craft Room
Wednesday, December 10
Traveler’s Guide to the Deep Blue Sea
Explore the oceans' water cycle, depths, tides, coastlines, currents, animals, man’s early exploration beneath the surface and other fun facts and theories about what is going on beneath the Deep Blue Sea.
11:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Thursday, December 11
Understanding Gender: What’s Cake Got to Do with It?
This presentation is a bite-sized “beginner’s” introduction to gender, a good fit for anyone who might feel overwhelmed or perplexed by the topic. There is a lot of misinformation and confusion about gender today, especially gender identity. It’s critical to have accurate information. We cover the basic concepts and terminology related to gender, focusing on both what gender is and what it is not; a kind of Gender 101. Our 40-minute PowerPoint presentation is followed by time for questions, comments and discussion. We hope to plant seeds for future conversations about how gender affects us all and why we all need supportive and safe environments to grow into our best selves. And yes, we’ll also talk about why cake is related to gender!
11:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Friday, December 19
American Musics - Hosted by EJ Crocker: Songs for the Season
Join Serni Solidarios and EJ Crocker on a romp through some classic winter tunes.
4:00 pm, MJ Wicks Wellness Center
Registration required. To register call 253-756-6219 or email Jana at jwennstrom@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.