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0718KC 7.2M Register in advance by calling (888) 600.2560, or emailing [email protected]. At the time listed for the program, dial in from any phone. . . and enjoy. All calls are FREE! Share Telephone Topics with your friends— the more the merrier! Discover. . . chat. . . journey. . . without leaving your home! Get Connected to Possibilities Your Turn: Feedback on Telephone Topics Lisa Evans, Mather LifeWays Wednesday, August 1 11:30 a.m. CT Here’s your chance to give your opinion on specific topics you liked and didn’t like, what you’d like to hear more about, or even topics you’d like to present. Elmer Fudd Brian Salgado, Presenter Thursday, August 2 1:00 p.m. CT Brian talks about the fumbling hunter whose mission is to kill his archenemy Bugs Bunny. Alvar Aalto Friday, August 3, 11:00 a.m. CT See feature left. Storytelling with Megan Megan Wells, National Touring Storyteller, 2016 Oracle Winner Friday, August 3, 1:00 p.m. CT Hear a master storyteller read a thought-provoking short story, followed by discussion. Meditation Susan Wilkens, Yoga Instructor, Dancing Cranes Monday, August 6, 13 & 20 2:00 p.m. CT Learn simple breathing and focusing techniques you can do to help reduce stress and multiply your “happiness factor”! Conserve Energy and Save $ Kate Marrs, Presenter Tuesday, August 7 11:00 a.m. CT Learn small, easy changes you can make that will result in big benefits for any household. August Stuff Joe Cunniff, Instructor, DePaul University Wednesday, August 8 11:00 a.m. CT Join a fun discussion about places, events, and holidays in August. All programs are central time (CT). Interactive talks, exercise, performances, lectures, and more Mather LifeWays 1603 Orrington Avenue, Suite 1800 Evanston, IL 60201 Explore Endless Experiences at Home! AUGUST 2018 Pick up the phone and dial up free, fun, and interesting topics from the comfort of your home. All you need is your telephone! Lynette Bremer, Art & Architecture Historian Friday, August 3 11:00 a.m. CT Learn about this Finnish architect who designed furniture, textiles, and glassware, as well as sculptures and paintings. Alvar Aalto Register at (888) 600.2560 or [email protected]

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Page 1: Explore Endless Experiences at Home! · Explore Endless Experiences at Home! AUGUST 2018 Pick up the phone and d ial up free, fun, and interesting topics from the comfort of your

0718KC 7.2M

• Register in advance by calling (888) 600.2560,or emailing [email protected].

• At the time listed for the program, dial in fromany phone . . . and enjoy. All calls are FREE!

Share Telephone Topics with your friends—the more the merrier!

Discover. . . chat. . . journey. . .without leaving your home!

Get Connected to Possibilities

Your Turn: Feedback onTelephone TopicsLisa Evans, Mather LifeWaysWednesday, August 111:30 a.m. CTHere’s your chance to give youropinion on specific topics youliked and didn’t like, what you’dlike to hear more about, or eventopics you’d like to present.

Elmer FuddBrian Salgado, PresenterThursday, August 21:00 p.m. CTBrian talks about the fumblinghunter whose mission is to killhis archenemy Bugs Bunny.

Alvar Aalto Friday, August 3, 11:00 a.m. CTSee feature left.

Storytelling with MeganMegan Wells, National TouringStoryteller, 2016 Oracle WinnerFriday, August 3, 1:00 p.m. CTHear a master storyteller read athought-provoking short story,followed by discussion.

MeditationSusan Wilkens, Yoga Instructor,Dancing Cranes Monday, August 6, 13 & 202:00 p.m. CT Learn simple breathing and focusing techniques you can do to help reduce stress and multiply your “happiness factor”!

Conserve Energy and Save $Kate Marrs, Presenter Tuesday, August 711:00 a.m. CTLearn small, easy changes youcan make that will result in bigbenefits for any household.

August StuffJoe Cunniff, Instructor, DePaul University Wednesday, August 811:00 a.m. CTJoin a fun discussion about places,events, and holidays in August.

All programs are central time (CT).

Interactive talks, exercise, performances, lectures, and more

Mather LifeWays1603 Orrington Avenue, Suite 1800Evanston, IL 60201

Explore Endless Experiences at Home! AUGUST 2018

Pick up the phone and dial up free, fun, and interesting topics from the comfort of your home. All you need is your telephone!

Lynette Bremer, Art & Architecture Historian

Friday, August 311:00 a.m. CT

Learn about this Finnish architect who designedfurniture, textiles, andglassware, as well as

sculptures and paintings.

Alvar Aalto

Register at (888) 600.2560 [email protected]

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Hold that Thought!Molly Hofer, University of Illinois,Extension Educator, Family LifeWednesday, August 221:00 p.m. CTDiscover research-based recommendations for good brain health and dealing witheveryday forgetfulness.

Peter Graves Rich Lang, Media HistorianThursday, August 2311:00 a.m. CTRich discusses the life and career of this iconic actor bestknown for his role on TV’s Mission: Impossible.

Women Inventors, Part 1Caryl Derenfeld, Joy Fueled SoulsThursday, August 231:00 p.m. CTJoin Caryl as we explore whywomen were prevented from attaining patents in earlier centuries and how we honorsome women inventors today.

Whole-Person Wellness: The Wellness Wheel Rolls On!Randi Kant, MS, MPH, CHES, CPT,Certified Intrinsic CoachFriday, August 2411:00 a.m. CTWe’ll discuss the ongoing journey to create a lifestyle that encompasses multipledimensions of wellness.

Storytelling with Caroline Caroline Latta, Theatre Department,Columbia College ChicagoFriday, August 24, 1:00 p.m. CTSee August 17.

Time for Us: Let’s Chat!Kate Marrs, Presenter & Lisa Evans, Mather LifeWaysMonday, August 2711:00 a.m. CTJoin an uplifting and informationalchat about thoughts and experi-ences from your world.

Chair YogaTom Wilkens, Yoga Instructor,Dancing CranesMonday, August 272:00 p.m. CT Through a series of stretchingpostures and breathing tech-niques, yoga develops strength,flexibility, stamina, and balance.

NEWEXERCISESERIES!

Active Adult Exercise

Paige Corley, Certified Personal TrainerTuesday, August 28, 11:00 a.m.CTTry a one-hour monthly session ofseated and standing exercises thatwill boost your mind and body!

What’s Hot in Politics Judy Lear, ActivistTuesday, August 281:00 p.m. CTJudy recaps the past month’s national issues and news andasks for your input.

NEWEXERCISESERIES!

Chair Ballet StretchJeanine Dent, Instructor Wednesday, August 2911:00 a.m. CTLearn stretching and strength-ening techniques using ballet positions, focusing on hip flexors,core strength, spinal alignment,and lengthening and toningmuscles.

John Singer SargentDave Williams, Art Institute of ChicagoWednesday, August 291:00 p.m. CTLearn about the leading portraitpainter of his generation, knownfor his depictions of high-societyfigures in Paris, London, and NewYork.

Value Tales: Men in History,Part 2Jeanne Roppolo, Author, Storyteller& Motivational SpeakerThursday, August 301:00 p.m. CTJoin a discussion about men inhistory and the qualities thatmade them great.

Storytelling with WillWill Casey, Theatre Department,Columbia College ChicagoFriday, August 311:00 p.m. CTSit back and enjoy a tale deliveredby a master storyteller, then joina discussion about the story.

Game Time with JeanneJeanne Roppolo, Author, Storyteller& Motivational SpeakerWednesday, August 81:00 p.m. CTWe’ll challenge ourselves by trying to name the world’s coun-tries, islands, oceans, and more!

Dick Van DykeRich Lang, Media HistorianThursday, August 9,11:00 a.m. CTRich talks about Van Dyke’s lifeand fabulous seven-decade career.

Wedding Traditions Caryl Derenfeld, Joy Fueled SoulsThursday, August 91:00 p.m. CT Join Caryl as we discuss weddingtraditions, trends, and memories.

Simply StrongRandi Kant, MS, MPH, CHES, CPT,Certified Intrinsic CoachFriday, August 1011:00 a.m. CTJoin us for a guided strength-training routine that can be done in your home.

Pablo Picasso: Creator ofModern Art

Pat Rose, Artist, Teacher & Art HistorianFriday, August 101:00 p.m. CTLearn about the genius who created the format of twentieth-century art and the very personaof the modern artist.

The Totality of ExercisePaige Corley, Certified Personal TrainerTuesday, August 1411:00 a.m. CTLearn how exercise can have apositive effect on different aspectsof our lives, including our brains,emotions, and eating habits.

At the HopHeather Braoudakis, VocalistTuesday, August 141:00 p.m. CTHeather sings sock hop classicsfrom the 1950s.

(More) Appreciations—Here & NowWalter Podrazik, Author, Watching TV: Eight Decadesof American TelevisionWednesday, August 1511:00 a.m. CTWe’ll look at the careers of artistswho have made a difference—and still do—including HarrisonFord, Salma Hayek, Mel Brooks,and more.

The Chicago LighthouseLaurine O’Donnell, Director, Seniors ProgramWednesday, August 151:00 p.m. CTLearn about this world-renownedorganization that serves the blind,visually impaired, disabled, andveterans.

Hot Summer FeelingFabiana Glazer, Arts EducatorThursday, August 1611:00 a.m. CTHear about artists who have celebrated summer in their work—the light, the heat, and even the ice cream!

John EiflerLynette Bremer, Art & Architecture HistorianFriday, August 1711:00 a.m. CTLearn about this Chicago architectknown for his work preservinghomes designed by Frank LloydWright.

Storytelling with Caroline Caroline Latta, Theatre Depart-ment, Columbia College ChicagoFriday, August 171:00 p.m. CTHear a master storyteller read athought-provoking short story,followed by discussion.

Nature’s Lifelong NurturingKate Marrs, PresenterTuesday, August 2111:00 a.m. CTLearn how the natural world canhave a positive impact on ourbodies, feelings, and evenlifestyles.

Cross Your Fingers: A BriefHistory of SuperstitionsPaula Fenza, HistorianTuesday, August 211:00 p.m. CTJoin Paula as we explore the origin and history of common superstitions.

The Wildbird Shack Alyse Cohen Burman, Owner

Wednesday, August 2211:00 a.m. CTLearn ways to attractdifferent kinds ofbirds and facts

about bird conservation.