Senior University January 2023 Class Highlights
Wednesday, January 4, January 11, January 18, and January 25
Tacoma Community Ukulele Project: Exploring the Ukulele
The 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 eight songs, multiple strumming patterns, practice techniques to carry your learning into the future, and all in a fun & engaging social setting!
10:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Friday, January 6, January 13, January 20, & January 27
Basics of Sign Language
Join this “voice off” six-week class to learn the basics of American sign language (ASL) communication. Classes are taught using a combination of PowerPoint presentations, games, demonstrations, and dialogue practice via partners and groups.
10:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Thursday, January 19
Great Decisions Discussion Kick-off Meeting
This will be a short meeting to request your briefing book, get a copy of the program descriptions with meeting dates, and to sign up to lead discussions. You may feel free to use this opportunity to learn more about the Great Decisions discussion course and ask questions. It’s also a great way to get familiar with Zoom if you aren’t already. Please register in advance.
3:30 pm, Zoom (Pre-register to receive the Zoom link)
Thursday, January 26
Steve’s Local History: Tacoma Police and Fire Departments
Steve Dunkelberger is a local historian, author, and journalist, as well as a teacher in the Tacoma Public Schools and Pierce College. He focuses on local history, particularly the odd quirks and figures of our shared heritage.
4:00 pm, Bristol View 1st Floor Gathering Room
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.