This class takes a detailed look at the final year of World War I, and the events leading up to the 11 November Armistice. We will examine the competing strategies, assumptions and miscalculations, and tortuous path to the armistice in November 1918, an imposition of a fleeting vision of peace that engendered as many difficulties as it alleviated. We will focus on what was accomplished by the armistice, but more importantly within the context of the Twentieth Century, what was NOT settled – and how the latter brought about a second great conflict.

This class takes a detailed look at the final year of World War I, and the events leading up to the 11 November Armistice. We will examine the competing strategies, assumptions and miscalculations, and tortuous path to the armistice in November 1918, an imposition of a fleeting vision of peace that engendered as many difficulties as it alleviated. We will focus on what was accomplished by the armistice, but more importantly within the context of the Twentieth Century, what was NOT settled – and how the latter brought about a second great conflict.

Throughout much of the 20th century, blues was a genre identified with men wielding guitars. But during the blues craze of the 1920's, the iconic image of this music was a woman, belting out the blues in front of a large band. This class will examine the lives and music of key figures of this era, including Mamie Smith, "Ma" Rainey, and Bessie Smith. Audio and video recordings, along with live performances from the instructor, will make this course as lively as the music itself, albeit a little less bawdy.

Are you or a loved one experiencing issues with memory loss or other cognitive impairment? Do you have trouble with your daily activities? Join us on the first Friday of each month for a fun and social way for you to meet and spend time with others experiencing a similar journey. You are not alone. Meeting dates are: September 3 and October 1. Limit: 18

Join us at an Open House to celebrate the re-opening of our center! Re-connect with old friends, see our health and safety upgrades, register your proof of vaccination, Q and A with Oasis staff, get help with Zoom, get help with registration, and enjoy the musical stylings of guitarist Vladimir Fridman. You must show proof of vaccination to attend this event.

Muhammed (570-632 CE) created a new religion, a vast network of trade, and the changes made to Islam after his death continue to influence the world’s literature and art. We will look at some of the history during and after his life, as well as some Islamic art and architecture.

(This program is more of a concert than a class.) This hour will sample the fabulous melodies, rhythms, and creativity of America’s foremost musical invention: Jazz. Featured artists will include Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald, and many more. Come and be charmed by the exotic sounds of the trumpet, sax, organ, and vibraphone. Experiencing 125 years of gorgeous and soulful music will jazz up your day!

When the Constitution was written in 1787, the Founders viewed the U.S. Supreme Court as the weakest branch of government. Today, the Court’s decisions influence every aspect of our Nation’s life. This series of classes will explore the Court’s evolution and the judicial titans responsible for it. (Sign up for one, two or all three sessions in this series. See class #821 for Part 2 and class #832 for Part 3.) This session will consider how the Founders viewed the Court at the outset, and how the unequaled leadership of Chief Justice John Marshall transformed the Court into a powerful and respected institution. In this time he crafted groundbreaking and landmark decisions, beginning with Marbury v Madison, on judicial review of the constitutionality of the laws legislated, and on the authority of Congress and the states under the Constitution. Then in 1857 half of the country rejected the legitimacy of the Court’s Dred Scott decision overturning the Missouri Compromise, helping to precipitate the Civil War. In its immediate aftermath the Court’s prestige sank, and many of the Court’s gains under Marshall were threatened.

When the Constitution was written in 1787, the Founders viewed the U.S. Supreme Court as the weakest branch of government. Today, the Court’s decisions influence every aspect of our Nation’s life. This series of classes will explore the Court’s evolution and the judicial titans responsible for it. (Sign up for one, two or all three sessions in this series. See class #821 for Part 2 and class #832 for Part 3.) This session will consider how the Founders viewed the Court at the outset, and how the unequaled leadership of Chief Justice John Marshall transformed the Court into a powerful and respected institution. In this time he crafted groundbreaking and landmark decisions, beginning with Marbury v Madison, on judicial review of the constitutionality of the laws legislated, and on the authority of Congress and the states under the Constitution. Then in 1857 half of the country rejected the legitimacy of the Court’s Dred Scott decision overturning the Missouri Compromise, helping to precipitate the Civil War. In its immediate aftermath the Court’s prestige sank, and many of the Court’s gains under Marshall were threatened.

Now that you have participated in Zoom video calls and/or classes, move on to the next step--host your own meeting! This class will show you helpful features of Zoom so that you will be able to set up and conduct meetings or get-togethers with one or more other people. In addition, time will be spent on some of the more advanced features of Zoom. Prerequisite: Oasis "How to Use Zoom" class or experience using Zoom as a participant. Participants should have the Zoom application installed and sign in to class using a desktop computer or a tablet. The class is NOT recommended for those who only have access via a mobile cell phone.   Limit: 20    

In the third of a series of discussions of the sub-fields of philosophy, we examine epistemology, the study of knowledge. What can we know? Do we know anything? What are the means by which we acquire knowledge? Are there different kinds of knowledge? (For a related philosophy class, see class #835)

In the third of a series of discussions of the sub-fields of philosophy, we examine epistemology, the study of knowledge. What can we know? Do we know anything? What are the means by which we acquire knowledge? Are there different kinds of knowledge? (For a related philosophy class, see class #835)

As a result of an FCC ruling in 1964, FM progressive radio was born. Rock radio enjoyed a brief, shining moment in between the late Sixties and early Seventies. Richard Neer will trace the history of the medium, including colorful stories from his time at the nation's foremost free form outlet, WNEW FM in New York. The complete story is told in his memoir, FM, the Rise and Fall of Rock Radio.

Home to perhaps the oldest settled, farming civilizations and the oldest universities, India has been, and still is, crucial to the world’s trade, culture, religions, architecture and art. We will take a quick romp through some of its most famous art and architecture.

A catalogue of great music suddenly becomes the score for a Broadway Musical. From Fats Waller to the Gershwins to the Four Seasons and Carole King, the music associated with these artists has become the backdrop for a genre of musical known as the Juke Box. Learn the history of the genre and enjoy the fun these great musicals offer. This class is being underwritten by the Robin Fields Memorial Lecture Fund.