Senior University Class Sneak Preview November 2022
Wednesday, November 9
From the Streets of Shakespeare to the Court of Elizabeth
Have you ever wondered what life was like in Shakespeare’s time? In this two-costume program, Tames presents a look into the lives of the working class and the nobility during the Elizabethan era. She discusses what these people ate, wore, and what it was like to go to the doctor. 2:00 pm, MJ Wicks Wellness Center
Friday, November 11
Exploring the String Quartet
Explore and come to understand why the string quartet is such a wonderful combination of instruments. We will demonstrate how our instruments complement each other and explain how we communicate musically with each other. In the process we will perform some of our favorite string quartet music providing interesting tidbits about the music and composers we play. Questions will be welcomed. 10:00 am, MJ Wicks Wellness Center
Thursday, November 17
When Death Is Welcome: Hastening Dying Ethically, Legally, and with Palliative Support
The class will begin with a brief but comprehensive review of legally permissible ways for a patient to hasten death, including their major respective advantages and disadvantages to patient and family. Ethical arguments – some readily accepted, some highly controversial – will then be explored, particularly those about several of the less well-known or understood options. Special attention will be given to options for hastening death for those who wish to avoid living into the final stages of progressive dementia (including Alzheimer’s). 2:00 pm, Zoom
Meeting ID: 481 600 3295
Passcode: 845170
You must register to attend. Please register with Jana Wennstrom at 253-576-6219 or jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com
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.