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CELEBRATION LIFELONG

Spring 2021 – All Courses will be presented virtually using Zoom

Course Catalog & Schedule



Mission

The mission of Celebration Lifelong is to provide an extraordinary educational and enriching

program for adults in Celebration and beyond. Dedicated to intellectual growth, social

interaction and well-being of its members, Celebration Lifelong is a membership program that

encourages those who are willing to volunteer their time and talents to teach and develop

courses and activities.

Celebration Lifelong is a community partnership program with the Celebration Foundation and

the Celebration Residential Owners Association (CROA). The office is located at the Celebration

Foundation on 610 Sycamore Street in Suite #110 in the Seminole Building, and the courses for

members are held at Celebration Town Hall, 851 Celebration Avenue.

There are three sessions in the spring. Each session lasts three weeks. This spring the sessions

begin on February 9, March 9, and April 13. Most classes last one hour and fifteen minutes and

there are three classes for each course. Courses meet on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and

Thursdays. In addition, Tuesdays from 3:00 – 4:15 pm are devoted to our Tuesday Lecture

Series.

Benefits of Becoming a Member of Celebration Lifelong

• COURSES: An extensive selection of 35+ courses offered each term with no tests or homework

required.

• LECTURE SERIES: Every Tuesday, 3:00–4:15 pm during the term.

• CLUBS: Participation in a variety of clubs – Book Club, Film Club, Origami & Paper Crafts Club,

Wellness Club, Brain Train and Travel Club.

• A congenial learning community and social environment for sharing information and

conversation while making lasting friendships.

• Two guest passes per term (February – August 2021) which can be used for a 75-minute class,

lecture or club based on availability.

• A weekly e-mail newsletter, Celebration Lifelong Mondays, informing you of updates and

events.



Special Membership Privilege

The AdventHealth Wellness Center at AdventHealth Celebration is offering members of

Celebration Lifelong a corporate discount. Current members of the Wellness Center can get

monthly fees adjusted. Please take your Lifelong registration email to the Wellness Center for

this great discount.

Term Membership Fee

Membership is PER TERM and is effective from February 2, 2021 – August 5, 2021. The fee for

Celebration Lifelong Membership is $40. Membership can be purchased without purchasing

any courses. Membership is non-transferable.

Whether you’re in town full-time or part-time, you can still be a Member of Celebration

Lifelong! As a Member, you can participate in all the clubs and attend the lecture series and any

special events. You also may sign up for as many courses as you’d like. There is an additional fee

for each course.

Course Fees

Each course is $20. Some courses have additional fees that may be required for course

materials as noted in this catalog. You can pick as many courses as you like! There are many

choices to fit your interests and/or lifestyle. Courses in this catalog must be taken during the

membership term (Spring 2021). Courses are not transferable to others.

What do I do if I ONLY want a Single Course?

If you’re not a Member but want to take a single course, you can do that too! The charge is $60

($40 for Membership and $20 for the course). The bonus is that you get to enjoy all the lectures

and clubs that term.



We Appreciate Our Instructors, Lecturers, & Club Facilitators –

The Ultimate Benefit

Thinking of being an instructor, lecturer or club facilitator for Celebration Lifelong? Visit our

website www.celebrationlifelong.org and click on the tab “Want to Teach?” to fill out a course,

lecture or club proposal form for the following term. The details of submission are on the form.

If your course, lecture or club is approved by the Lifelong Steering Committee, you will receive

the following:

• As a Celebration Lifelong instructor, you will receive Celebration Lifelong dollars (with a

value of up to $200) to be used toward your Term Membership and any courses,

including any material fees, for the term you are teaching.

• As a lecturer, you will receive one FREE Term Membership ($40 value) for the current

term.

• As a club facilitator, you will receive one FREE Term Membership ($40 value) per each

term that your club meets.

Guest Pass Information

Due to the virtual presentation of courses, lectures and clubs for the Spring 2021 Term, members are asked to please contact the Celebration Lifelong Coordinator at 407-595-5905 if they wish to share their course link with a guest.

Refund Policy

Course refunds will be made prior to the beginning of the term, February 9 for any registered

Celebration Lifelong participant needing to drop a course. We are not able to refund a course

fee once the term has begun. If your schedule changes, you may enroll in or switch to another

available course within the term. Prorated refunds may be available in cases of extreme

hardship, such as immediate death in the family or medical emergencies. Material fees are not

subject to refund. All requests for refunds must be made in writing and submitted directly to

the Celebration Lifelong Office. Membership and courses are not transferable.

Course Cancellations

On occasion, we need to reschedule or cancel an entire course. In this event, we will notify you

and give you an opportunity to sign up for another course in the same term.



TUESDAY LECTURE SERIES AT A GLANCE

February 2nd – The US Healthcare System - Access and Barriers – Bill Carbrey

February 9th – Annie Oakley – Audrey Byllott

February 16th – Terranauts: Living Smart and Saving Nature – Don Kendzior

February 23rd – Berthe Morisot: A Collection of Her Paintings Across Europe –

Arlene Sanchez-Busse

March 2nd – Celebration Clean Stream Initiative – Ken Lee

March 9th – Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)/Tapping Reduce Anxiety and Increase

Motivation – Andrea Baines

March 16th – What AARP Can Offer Me? – Steph Garber

March 23rd – The Story Behind the Income Tax – Tom Williams & Iris Palma

April 13th – Understanding Generations Y and Z – Wendy Farrell

April 20th – Rearing Endangered Butterflies – Laura Hardy

April 27th – Ten-Minute Play Readings – Will Newkirk, Don Salvo


Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Club Week

2/2, 3/2, 4/6, 5/4, 6/8, 7/6, 8/3 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5, 6/9, 7/7, 8/4 2/4, 3/4, 4/8, 5/6, 6/10, 7/8, 8/5

Morning Wellness Club or Brain Train 11:00 am–12:00 pm – alternates every month

Book Club 10:30 am–12 noon Film Club 10:30 am–1:00 pm

Afternoon Origami & Paper Crafts Club 1:30 pm–2:15pm

Travel Club 3:00 pm–4:00pm

CLUB SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

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SPRING 2021 - COURSE SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

Session #1 February 9, 16, 23 February 10, 17, 24 February 11, 18, 25

10:30 am - 11:45 am

Remember When...The Early Days of Rock ‘n’ Roll - Part 2

Pink Floyd – An Introduction

1950s: Communism, Conformity & Civil Rights

12:00 noon -

1:15 pm

Decluttering and Organizing Made Easy!

A Journey of Italian Ancestry

Radical Remission: Immune Boosting Factors to Improve

Chronic Conditions

1:30 pm - 2:45 pm

New Urbanism in Celebration

Cyber Security and Your Money Unexpected Jewels of Europe!

Workshop: Write A Ten-Minute Play

Part 1

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

LIFELONG LECTURE SERIES

Women in The Wine World - No Wine Samples

Digital: How We Got Here

Women in The Wine World - With Wine Samples*

Session #2 March 9, 16, 23 March 10, 17, 24 March 11, 18, 25

10:30 am - 11:45 am

Historic Kidnappings

Common Mistakes, Falsehoods, and Misunderstandings Around

Money

Watercolor Unleashed*

12:00 noon -

1:15 pm World Religions

The Art of Family Relationships: A Scientific Tour

The Road to Self-Publishing Fiction

1:30 pm - 2:45 pm


Part 2

Ancient Greek Influences on the Contemporary Church's

Views on Women

Women in the Arts: Mary Cassatt

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

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Pandemics, Narcotics, and Mental Illness

Session #3 April 13, 20, 27 April 14, 21, 28 April 15, 22, 29

10:30 am - 11:45 am

Plant Hunters

Magnificent Homes to Visit in Florida

Short Stories of Mavis Gallant

12:00 noon -

1:15 pm

Coloring The Flowers of Spring: Basic Colored Pencils

Techniques

American Icons: John D. Rockefeller, Frances Langford

and Salvador Dali

Mark Twain – The One You Know and the One You Don’t

Know

1:30 pm - 2:45 pm


Part 3

The Evolution of Country Rock

An Elite Sorority: America's Iconic First Ladies

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

LIFELONG LECTURE SERIES Cartooning Step by Step Joking Around

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REGISTRATION BEGINS ONLINE

Date: Monday January 25, 2021

• Online registration opens at 10:00 am

• If you need registration assistance, call 407-595-5905 or email

[email protected]

How Can You Become More Involved?

Volunteer!

Celebration Lifelong relies on the support and help of member volunteers. To volunteer, call the

Celebration Lifelong Office at 407-595-5905 or e-mail [email protected]

Volunteer Services: Registration Assistants and Zoom

Classroom Assistants

Registration Assistants make themselves available by telephone to assist members with the

online registration process. Zoom Classroom Assistants are responsible for hosting the Zoom

virtual classes – assisting the instructor and taking attendance.

The Lifelong Steering Committee

The Lifelong Steering Committee, composed of Operations and Curriculum Committees,

provides direction and leadership for Celebration Lifelong. This group oversees the

administration of Celebration Lifelong and develops the curriculum of courses, lectures and

clubs offered each term.

The Lifelong Steering Committee Members

• Beverly “B.” Alksninis, Celebration Lifelong Coordinator

• Bob Boyer, Operations Committee

• Suzy Boyer, Operations Committee

• Joe Horacsek, Operations Committee – Tech Team



• Jane McVicker, Operations Committee – Tech Team

• Mark Hayes

• Floyd McCollum

• Bob Pearson

• Meryl Rachlin

• Cheryl Rosenberg

• Alexis Saire

• Dolores Salvo

• Don Salvo

• Sue Wagoner

Celebration Foundation

Celebration Foundation was established in March of 1996 to promote and conduct community

building activities in Celebration. Its mission is to build better community through arts, culture

and education. Through its programs, listed below, Celebration Foundation promotes a sense of

belonging and nurtures a strong community spirit. Arts, culture and education enhance social

health, economic prosperity, social engagement, and community strength.

• Celebration Lifelong

• Celebration Concert Series

• Holiday Home Tour & Winter Wonderland

• Learning Without Hunger

• New Urbanism

• Scholarships

• Thriving in Place

• Women’s Initiative Nurturing Girls’ Strength (WINGS)

Disclaimer

The views and opinions of instructors and lecturers do not necessarily reflect the views of the

Celebration Foundation or CROA. Please consult your own appropriate professional if you have

questions or concerns.




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1950s: Communism, Conformity & Civil Rights

If the parents of Baby Boomers were part of the “Greatest Generation,” what are the Boomers?

Chopped liver? Join us in a conversation about the 1950s. Bob will bring some facts you may be unaware

of about this period. You bring some recollections. Beware: not everything during this period is as happy

as Lucy or The Beaver would have had you believe. The course is open to those born before 1947 and

after 1963 as well as those born during those years. (It was a 15-year-long decade, okay?) You will not

be required to duck and cover under the desks.

Instructor: Bob Pearson Bob taught at the University of Pennsylvania for ten years, being voted best teacher by the Fels Institute

of Government's graduating class of 2011. He is currently attending a course on world religions at

Valencia College and has been engaged in independent study of religions for the past three years. The

tentative title of his current book project is Blind Faith: What My Minister Didn't Tell Me About

Christianity. He earned a PhD in political science from the University of Chicago and taught Sunday

school many years ago.

3 Classes — February 11, 18, 25

Thursday 10:30 — 11:45AM

A Journey of Italian Ancestry

In this course we will explore a personal journey to pursue dual Italian citizenship through ancestry,

known as jure sanguinis (by law of bloodline). It’s a journey that many people make every year and the

law and criteria continue to change. But this course is NOT just for those of Italian descent. We will

explore the resources beyond Ancestry.com. We will learn how to order records, how to search the

National Archives and order certified records, and how to access the US Citizenship and Immigration

Services records. Come along and learn more about your ancestors, so that you can pass that

knowledge to the next generation!

Instructor: Dan Zagata Dan is the Managing Director of Evershore Financial Group, an independent comprehensive financial

services firm. Dan brings 19 years of experience working with professionals, businesses, and non-profits

to help them realize their financial potential and goals. Dan earned a BA in Economics and MBA in

Finance from Bentley University, Boston, and earned his DBA in Finance from the International School of

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Management, Paris, France. He also holds a graduate certificate of Financial Planning from University of

Miami. In addition, he has earned the Certified Financial Planner (CPA) and Chartered Financial

Consultant designations from the American College and is a Chartered Life Underwriter.

Dan lived in Paris for several years both as a graduate student and working in diplomatic sales. He

travels back to Paris a few times a year to recharge in the contradictions of Parisian life. He attended

classes in Paris for his Doctor of Business Administration and holds a Diplôme approfondi de langue

française from the University of Paris I, Sorbonne.


Wednesday 12:00 — 1:15PM

American Icons: John D. Rockefeller, Frances Langford and Salvador Dali

These three people have led very different lives; John D. Rockefeller, as the founder & president of

Standard Oil, became America's 1st billionaire over 100 years ago. Was he a tyrant or generous

philanthropist? Everyone was "In the Mood for Love" when Frances Langford, renowned Big Band

singer, rose to fame from radio to the movies during Hollywood's Golden Era. She was also the Armed

Forces Sweetheart, performing for the troops in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. Salvador Dali produced more

than 1,500 paintings as well as sculpture, jewelry, lithographs, set designs, etchings, and objects d'art.

They each have something to do with Florida: Rockefeller's winter home is in Ormond Beach and open

to the public, Frances and her husband built the Frances Langford Outrigger Resort (the restaurant is

famous for its shrimp dishes, along with a picture gallery of her), and there is a unique museum in

Clearwater that houses an extensive collection of Dali's works. Come learn some more about these

three American Icons!

Instructor:

Audrey Byllott

After working for Citibank for 20 years, Audrey became a Director for MasterCard USA for six years, then

joined MasterCard Europe as a consultant for five more years. Her banking career may have nothing to

do with American Icons but her love of history and interesting people does! As a Lifelong instructor,

Audrey has lectured on 18 American Icons. All of them have museums and/or homes right here in

Florida and are worth a visit.

3 Classes — April 14, 21, 28


An Elite Sorority: America's Iconic First Ladies

“The power behind the throne IS the power.” Join us as we discuss several of America’s iconic First

Ladies. How did their lives before living in the White House impact the contributions they made while



there? What were their lasting legacies? The position of First Lady is a fascinating aspect of American

culture. Together, let’s learn more about the influences of some of the remarkable women who have

served in this role – a role that has no job description.

Instructor:

Mark Hayes

Mark has been a student of the presidency for 50 years. He spent thirty of those years living in and

around Washington, D.C. Always fascinated with the history of Washington, DC and especially The White

House and its inhabitants, he brings an in-depth knowledge and passion for the subject. In his two

previous courses, The White House and most recently, The American Presidency, he shared his

knowledge and keen interest on the two subjects. Mark, a “junior historian,” majored in American

Studies in college and continues to study American history today.


Thursday 1:30 — 2:45PM

Ancient Greek Influences on the Contemporary Church's Views on Women

Plato and Patriarchalism. This course will survey Plato's writings about the nature and role of women in

ancient Greek society, and then trace how those patriarchal views have persisted even until the present

day in the Christian Church. We all inherit ideas and thoughts from the culture that surrounds us and

the generations that preceded us. Ideas can be amazingly persistent! It is interesting to trace the

history of certain ideas, such as the role of women in society and the church, and then pause to consider

whether or not the origins of those ideas justify their ongoing acceptance. We will discuss reasons to

conclude that Plato's world view does not warrant such continued influence on this topic. This will be a

fun look at history and at our current ideas too!

Instructor:

Susan Bubbers

Susan is the founding Dean of the ATLAS Theological Center. Her background includes a BS in Computer

Science, a Masters of Divinity, a Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation, and PhD from the London

School of Theology. She was ordained an Anglican priest in 1995, served in parish and campus settings,

and taught in undergraduate and graduate level programs. She is an author, conference speaker, and

pastor of the local Celebration Anglican Fellowship. She teaches courses leading to a Certificate in

Christian Studies.

3 Classes — March 10, 17, 24




Cartooning Step by Step

You say you can't draw. You tell me you have no talent. But wouldn't it be cool if you could draw your

own cartoon characters? I say you can! Yes, there are a couple of basic rules, but once you learn them –

anything goes! In this class, we will start by examining well-known cartoon characters: head shapes,

facial features and expressions, body shapes and movement. Through some basic lessons to help us

interpret our observations, we will create our own character or make ourselves into a character.

Instructor:

Meryl Rachlin

Meryl has been an artist for as long as she can remember. Meryl studied Graphic Design at

Massachusetts College of Art. She worked on creative technology as part of her corporate career until

starting her own mural /decorative painting business in 1995. Meryl also creates unique 3-dimensional

dog portraits upon commission, manages the Celebration Art & Wine Strolls, and is a member of

Lifelong’s Steering Committee. Meryl continues to learn new arts and craft mediums to teach at

Lifelong.



Coloring the Flowers of Spring: Basic Colored Pencils Techniques

Springtime is the ideal time to sharpen our colored pencils and get ready to relax and enjoy rendering

the beautiful colors of spring flowers. Through a no-drawing-required approach, we will color flower

drawings that will be provided via PDFs or other means. We will follow step-by-step instructions which

will also be available in printed form. Participants are encouraged to use a Prismacolor set of 24 colored

pencils and a colorless blender pencil which can be purchased through Amazon or Blick. Come join us in

our springtime coloring adventure -- and let the artist within you create beauty and joy!

Instructor:

Silvia Arlene Sánchez- Busse

Arlene was trained in classical realistic painting in various media: charcoal, pastel, graphite pencil and

oil. She traveled to Europe and visited some of the world's most important museums, falling in love with

Impressionism and especially Claude Monet's paintings. Arlene is an avid collector of his work and has

traveled all over the world visiting museums that display his work, especially Monet's House and Garden

in Giverny. After retiring from a family law career, she learned colored pencils techniques that opened

to her a new world of artistic expression.


Tuesday 12:00 — 1:15PM



Common Mistakes, Falsehoods, and Misunderstandings Around Money

This new course will build on our previous courses about money management. We will focus on the

most fundamental mistakes that investors and planners make and why they make those same mistakes

again and again. We will explore the math behind a decision and why the math often doesn’t support

the investor’s behavior. Bring a pencil, but don’t be scared … it will be fun for all the math haters as well!

Instructor:

Dan Zagata

See bio on page 9.


Wednesday 10:30 — 11:15AM

Cyber Security and Your Money

We are under attack! Our senses have been heightened to the constant attacks to steal, scam, and

access our money and identity. Whether it’s a full-on malware attack, or a phishing scam that has caught

you off guard, the result is often the same. In this course we will bring to light the most recent scams

that are being perpetrated against people to access their money. We will share some of the materials

that are being shared in current day training to broker dealers, investment firms, and banks to prepare

for breaches. We will use examples of real investigations to highlight current trends and how you may

protect yourself. Remember, we must be diligent every time, but the criminals only have to be right

once. Explore what you can do to stay safe in the world of cyber security.

Instructor:

Dan Zagata

See bio on page 9.

3 Classes —February 10,17, 24


Decluttering and Organizing Made Easy!

Decluttering and organizing can add calm to your life. But, where to begin… or continue? The instructor

will outline easy tasks that make the job of getting decluttered easier and quicker. We will discuss what

can be tossed, donated or passed along to provide you more space – giving you empty places to fill with

new memories! By getting decluttered in your home and home office, you will find a great sense of calm

enter your life. Join us... bring your questions. The difference will be life changing.



Instructor:

Steph Garber For many people the job of organizing is truly onerous, but Steph LOVES it. Starting in high school, Steph

never visited friends without going into their kitchen and putting their spices in alpha order! After

working casually in the business for decades, she started her own business, From Chaos to Order, in

2014. Her BA in Psychology from the University of Miami helps keep her non-judgmental and

understanding – helping clients find organizing a joy rather than a chore.



Digital: How We Got Here

Our current world has leaped forward at least 10 years in the digital space, accelerated by the shelter-in-

place era of Covid-19. This course will help you get a better understanding of how digital technology

and marketing got to where they are today and how they impact you in your daily life.

Instructor:

Teresa Martin Teresa Martin has over 25 years of marketing experience with big brands, of which 15 years is in digital.

She has a passion for digital marketing and digital products and how they influence consumer behavior.



Historic Kidnappings

Join us as we explore three prominent kidnapping cases of the twentieth century.

In Class 1, we’ll discuss the Lindbergh kidnapping. Charles A. Lindbergh and Ann Morrow Lindbergh had

their first child taken from his crib in 1932. Was this act committed by an individual or by a gang? Many

theories have been put forth over the years. This class will consider a most recent one.

In Class 2, we’ll look at Patty Hearst’s abduction in 1974. Hearst, the heiress to a large family fortune,

was kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army. We will discuss how the Stockholm Syndrome

appears to have affected this case.

In Class 3, we will study the case of the Muse brothers, five and eight years old, who found themselves

in a circus sideshow act. This is a "Jim Crow" story from the turn of the last century. It involves a

mother's love and that of her sons -- over twenty-five years of searching for each other. The story will

soon become a feature motion picture.



Instructor:

Richard Larke Richard Larke graduated with a BS from Saint Michael's College and has a Master’s in Science from the

University of Connecticut.


Tuesday 10:30 — 11:45AM

Joking Around

Joke telling is one of the best ways to ease tension, make a new friend, or light up a room. That is, if you

can get a laugh. Telling good jokes is an art. In this course, we will continue exploring the art of the joke.

We’ll get even more advice from experts, continue learning the components of a good joke, practice

telling a few -- and listen to a lot. Laughter is strong medicine. It can trigger healthy physical and

emotional changes in your body, strengthen your immune system, boost your mood and squash stress.

So, join us to learn how to tell a joke and, if you want, tell us one or two. If you’re not a joke teller, join

us anyway…we can all use a good laugh.

Instructor:

Donna Mogilski Donna is an RYT 200, with additional certifications in Lakshmi Volker Chair Yoga, Lymphatic Yoga® and

Restorative Yoga. In the 1980s she created Mom-me-cise Prenatal Fitness and worked on the American

College of Obstetrics and Gynecology guidelines for exercise during pregnancy. Her studies have

included anatomy, physiology, relaxation/meditation, Feldenkrais, Integrative Positional Therapy as well

as certifications in low-impact aerobics, Step Aerobics and Aqua Aerobics. Donna also has a BA in

Communications, an MBA in Marketing and had a career as a nonprofit fundraiser. She credits knowing

how to use humor as a major component of her success.



Magnificent Homes to Visit in Florida

Come with us on a virtual tour of some magnificent homes you can visit in Florida. In Central Florida, we

will explore the Capen House and the Stetson Mansion; on the West Coast, the Gamble Plantation, Ca

d'Zan (the Ringling Mansion), and the winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford; on the East

Coast, Flagler's mansion Whitehall, the Bonnet House, Vizcaya, and the Deering Estate; and in Key West,

the Truman Little White House. And if there's time, we can look at some wild and crazy homes found on

each coast, along with the most eccentric village in Florida! Be prepared for lots of pictures and

background stories!



Instructor:

Audrey Byllott See bio on page 10.



Mark Twain – The One You Know and the One You Don’t Know

So, you think you know Mark Twain? This course explores the connections between the life and writings

of Samuel L. Clemens and his role in an emerging America between 1865 and 1910. Using biographical

materials, actor portrayals, photos from his life, recordings, and samplings of his writings, we will

discover more about Mark Twain and his legacy.

Instructor:

William Grindl Bill has a lifelong interest in Sherlock Holmes and has read and studied biographical information of Mr.

Doyle. Bill has an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Suffolk University and a BA in Music Composition

from Berklee College of Music. He is a former professional musician and administrative staff member of

Berklee College of Music.



New Urbanism in Celebration

New Urbanism is the building of complete communities to create diverse, walkable, compact and

vibrant places to live, learn, work and play. They are designed to help people know their neighbors and

enjoy a unique sense of place. Celebration is a traditional American town built anew. In the words of its

master architect and planner Robert A.M. Stern, Celebration was "to recapture the idea of the

traditional town, traditional in spirit but modern in terms of what we know about how people live." This

course will introduce you to the history of New Urbanism and the team that built our community.

Discussion will include the fundamentals of New Urbanism and how and where they play out (or don't)

in Celebration.

Instructor(s):

Floyd McCollum Floyd has a BS and BArch from The Pennsylvania State University. He is a Registered Architect, founding

member of the Celebration Foundation’s New Urbanism Committee, former general contractor, former

Celebration Community Development District Supervisor, holds a LEED AP BD+C green building

certification, and is a member of the AIA, CNU, and NCARB.



Geoffrey Mouen Geoffrey Mouen, AIA, founded Geoffrey Mouen Architects in 2003. He designed several award-winning

buildings and has served as Celebration Town Architect since 1999. As an Associate at Robert A.M. Stern

Architects 1992-1999, he designed several houses, resorts, education, government, and mixed-use

buildings in Celebration Town Center. Geoffrey holds a BArch and MArch from Savannah College of Arts

and Design and is an active member of the AIA, NCARB, CNU and ICA&CA.

Mark Jones Mark Jones has a BArch from the University of Tennessee. He is a Registered Architect, the Town

Architect for The Celebration Company, founding member of the Celebration’s New Urbanism

Committee, and a member of the AIA.



Pandemics, Narcotics, and Mental Illness

The incoming Surgeon General is sure to face several unresolved public health crises, including ending

the pandemic, curbing the raging epidemic of narcotic addiction, and dealing with the rising numbers of

Americans with mental illness. In this course, we will look at how doctors and societies have handled

these same “plagues” in past times. It has been said that history informs the present. Might we find

some touchstones for moving forward in these stories? Come explore with us.

Instructor:

Wilhelmina C. Korevaar Wilma is a 1977 graduate of Yale Medical School (MD). She worked as an Anesthesiologist and Pain

Management specialist for over 35 years in the Philadelphia area. Now retired and living in Celebration,

Wilma has been an instructor and lecturer for Celebration Lifelong since 2017. She also serves on the

Volunteer Faculty at UCF College of Medicine as an Associate Professor of Anesthesiology.



Pink Floyd – An Introduction

Join us and hear about the “Flying Pig,” “Stardom Goes Paranoid” and “Crashing Walls!” Oh…and you

get to hear outstanding music too!



The course covers the evolution of Pink Floyd from 1965 to today: from the early days with Syd Barrett,

to superstar status with their Dark Side of the Moon album, to going mainstream with The Wall, to their

current version as a 3/4 Pink Floyd. We will explore the solo careers of the members and touch on their

movies, concerts and album covers. And on how they invented the light show or used quadraphonic

sound, or had a floating pig, or...

This course is for everyone - from hardcore Floyd fans to those who want to discover them.

Instructor:

Alan Binau

Alan Binau has a Master Certification in Music Production from Berklee College of Music in Boston. He

has an MBA from the Copenhagen Business School in Denmark. Alan has been a part of the music

business for over 40 years. He has owned a radio station, a record company, and a record label. He

continues to create new music with CEONEO (their 4th album is being readied for release in advance of

the 2019 Danish Tour), and also produces many other international and local bands and artists. In 2010,

he and his band recorded part of their second album in the Abbey Road "Studio Two"... where The

Beatles recorded the majority of their songs!



Plant Hunters

Have you ever wondered where many of your household and landscape plants originated? Wonder no

more as we explore the fascinating world of Plant Hunting! We will look at Sir Joseph Banks, a British

explorer and naturalist, who sailed with Captain James Cook. And let’s not ignore the accomplishments

of the ladies. Learn about the lives of naturalists such as Maria Sibylla Merian who explored South

America in the 17th century, Anna Atkins who studied seaweed and was one of the first women

photographers, and Emily Dickinson who was better known in her lifetime for her skills as a gardener

and botanist than for her poetry.

These scientists all had a passion for travel and exploration and an absolute love of the plants they

collected. But there is a dark side to plant collecting as well, since there’s always the possibility of

bringing back microscopic fungus and non-native species that may become invasive. Sit back and enjoy

some armchair travel as we explore the world of Plant Hunting!

Instructor:

Diane Finney Diane Finney has a BA in Anthropology. She's served as President of the Garden Club of Celebration, is a

Master Gardener and Master Naturalist.




Tuesday 10:30 — 11:45AM

Radical Remission: Immune Boosting Factors to Improve Chronic Conditions

In this course we will examine healing factors which can boost immunity and aid healing. In researching

over 1500 cases of remission from cancer and other chronic diseases, Dr. Kelly Turner identified 10

healing factors that patients and their health care practitioners employed. This research and her best

selling books Radical Remission (2014) and Radical Hope (2020) are the basis of workshops currently

being conducted around the world for patients and caregivers. In this course we will focus on four of the

10 factors -- the research behind them, illustrative case studies, and practical ways to incorporate them

in your life. Kimberly Kirschner is a licensed clinical nutritionist with a Master’s degree in Nutrition and

Integrative Health. She personally trained with and is certified by Dr. Turner to conduct Radical

Remission workshops.

Instructor:

Kimberly Kirschner For the past ten years Kim Kirschner has pursued an education aimed at understanding the

requirements to foster mind-body wellness. This education includes an MS in Nutrition and Integrative

Health, a Massage Therapy License and Certifications in Personal Training, Radical Remission Training,

Whole-Food-Plant-Based Cooking Classes, and advanced workshops with Dr. Joe Dispenza on

meditation. In addition to practicing daily meditation, she leads a weekly Healing Circle Meditation and

(pre-COVID) a twice-monthly meditation discussion group and cooking class.



Remember When...The Early Days of Rock ‘n’ Roll - Part 2

This course is a continuation of Remember When...The Early Days of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Relive your youth

maybe even sing and dance a little, as we groove through the wide range of music that we listened to

from 1955 to 1980. Learn more about what made popular tunes popular and the memorable milestones

that made Rock ‘n’ Roll a true part of the American culture.

Instructor:

Tom Kennington Tom has a BS in Broadcasting from University of Florida. Tom spent 20 years in radio as an on-air

personality, Program Director, National Program Director and General Manager. For 16 years, he

worked at Walt Disney World as the Manager of Promotions and Film and as Television Development

Director.




Tuesday 10:30 — 11:45AM

Short Stories of Mavis Gallant

Mavis Gallant is “one of the most brilliant story writers in the language” according to The New Yorker.

John Updike wrote that “Gallant’s talent is as versatile and witty as it is somber and empathetic.” Come

explore with us this master of the short story who had more than 100 stories published in The New

Yorker and was awarded the Order of Canada as well as the Governor General’s Award, that country’s

highest literary honor. We will read two or three stories each week from The Collected Stories

(Everyman’s Library Contemporary Classics Series) available as an e-book. The reading list will be

emailed to participants before the first class. Join us to discover how “with breathtaking control and

compression, Gallant delivers a whole life, a whole world, in each story.”

Instructor:

Dolores Salvo Dolores has a BS in Education, Mathematics and English from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, an

MA in English from the University of Pittsburgh and an MSEd from Duquesne University. Dolores taught

math and English at a suburban high school near Pittsburgh before serving as Supervisor of Mathematics

for the district. She has conducted workshops and seminars in math pedagogy and educational software

at the national, state and regional levels. Dolores runs the Celebration Duplicate Bridge Club which

meets Thursdays at Celebration Town Hall and she is excited by the prospect of once again indulging her

passion for literature by helping facilitate the Celebration Lifelong Book Club.



The Art of Family Relationships: A Scientific Tour

How have marriages changed over centuries and how does married life change over time? What is the

purpose of grandparenthood and how do (and should!) grandparents act? Are there really phases of

widowhood and what helps people cope with this loss? Join us as we explore the latest research relating

to these three core family relationships and scientific tips about how to relate to your loved ones.

Instructor:

Janet Belsky Janet has a PhD in Psychology from the University of Chicago and has been teaching courses and writing

textbooks in human development for the past 40 years. She is the author of Experiencing the Lifespan,

now in its fifth edition, a market-leading undergraduate text in the field. She has also written textbooks



in child development, aging and adult development and a popular book in gerontology. In her search for

her happy life, Janet recently moved to Celebration to enjoy this beautiful community and (of course!)

be near her son.



The Evolution of Country Rock

Country Rock is a new genre that is very popular in present-day Top 40 country music. In this course we

will discuss the instruments, vocal harmonies and songwriting styles that exemplify Country Rock. We

will listen to artists from the 1950s to the present, including The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Byrds,

Buffalo Springfield, New Riders of the Purple Sage, Poco, Pure Prairie League and the Eagles.

Instructor:

Gary Pinkston Gary Pinkston has a BS in Education from Southeast Missouri State University and a Master’s Degree in

Teaching from Webster University, St. Louis, MO. Gary has taught Social Studies and Gifted Education in

Missouri and Florida. Gary is a guitarist, singer/songwriter and professional musician.



The Road to Self-Publishing Fiction

This course provides an overview of the steps prospective fiction writers may want to take to self-

publish their novels -- taught from the perspective of Barbara Kroon, the author of 13 self-published

novels and two novellas. It will cover the steps she has taken to publish her books through two major

distributors. The classes will focus on: 1) Creativity and Structure (writing the manuscript), 2) Mechanics

(preparing it for publishing), and 3) Procedure (pulling the trigger to self-publish).

Instructor:

Barbara Kroon Barbara has a BA in American History from the University of Iowa and an MA in American History from

Drake University. Barbara has been in human resource management with the State of Iowa, a Western

Civilization instructor at Des Moines Area Community College, and a published author (pen name

Barbara Barrett) with eleven contemporary romance novels, two romance novellas and four cozy

mysteries featuring Mah Jongg.





Unexpected Jewels of Europe!

Most of us have enjoyed a European vacation. We’ve seen the big sights, maybe even multiple times.

Where do we go next? Join us as we explore the riches of Croatia, Austria and Switzerland. This course

will delve into the expected, unexpected, unique and authentic. We’ll look at the best itineraries, learn a

little history, discuss transportation and, of course, virtually sample the cuisine and wine!

Instructor:

Cindy Dykman Cindy has a BS in Business Administration from Bowling Green State University. She spent her 35+ year

career in the travel industry working for companies such as Delta Dream Vacations, Holiday Inn and

Disney Destinations. Cindy was awarded the Walt Disney World Partner in Excellence award in 2007. In

2019 Cindy opened Inspired Travel Designs to share her passion with others. Cindy and her husband

have traveled to 38 countries – and counting!



Watercolor Unleashed

Learn how to use the art of Brusho to create vibrant, brilliantly colored artwork. Brusho is a unique

painting medium that uses crystalline powders to create a loose and expressive watercolor style. Brusho

can be used alone or with traditional watercolors and in a variety of artistic applications. This course is

perfect for beginners through experienced watercolorists. Enjoy being guided through some happy

“accidents” with this vibrant, expressive style!

Instructor:

Joan Werner Art has been a part of Joan Werner’s life ever since she can remember. As a little girl, she remembers

painting with her grandmother, an art and music teacher, who traveled by wagon between schools to

teach. After her graduation from Kutztown University with a BS in Art Education, Joan also traveled

among four schools and used an “art cart.” She subsequently earned a degree in Early Childhood and

Elementary Education, served as a high school Art & Music department head, taught AP Art and many

other art courses, and received a Master’s Degree in Education when online learning was a new

concept. After retiring from public education, she continued educating and learning from others as

director of a small museum. Art has always let her HeART soar, and teaching keeps her grounded.

3 Classes — March 11. 18. 25




Women in the Arts: Mary Cassatt

Mary Cassatt, the American Impressionist painter who lived in France for 54 years and co-founded the

French Impressionist Art Movement, was an artist with a life full of paradoxes. She was classically

trained, but rebelled against the art establishment and created her own “independent" artistic style. She

was known for her exquisite portraits of mothers and children, reminiscent of Madonna and Child

Renaissance paintings, but she never married and never experienced motherhood. Cassatt is also

considered to be the impressionist printmaker par excellence and was instrumental in bringing

traditional and impressionist art collections to American museums. A staunch feminist, Cassatt

advocated for women’s rights. We will delve into Mary’s interesting life story and her extraordinary

artistic achievements. “I have touched with a sense of art some people - they felt the love and the life.

Can you offer me anything to compare to that joy for an artist?" Mary Cassatt.

Instructor:

Silvia Arlene Sánchez- Busse See bio on page 12.



Women in The Wine World

The number of female winemakers in this world is small compared to men. However, that number is on

the rise. In this course, you will be guided through some thought-provoking facts about females in the

wine world. Along our journey we will discover some top females in the world of wine. As a few key

female wine professionals are highlighted, we of course, will be doing a deep dive into their wines. For

those who choose to participate in the tasting aspect of this course, we will enjoy some of the wines

from our featured female wine professionals. Let's learn together what may or may not make a female's

palette special. The number of female winemakers in this world is small compared to men. However,

that number is on the rise. In this course, you will be guided through some thought-provoking facts

about females in the wine world. Along our journey we will discover some top females in the world of

wine. As a few key female wine professionals are highlighted, we of course, will be doing a deep dive

into their wines. For those who choose to participate in the tasting aspect of this course, we will enjoy

some of the wines from our featured female wine professionals. Let's learn together what may or may

not make a female's palette special.

Wines to be sampled include Vajra Dolcetto d'Alba 2019 from Piedmont, Italy, Vina Leyda Single

Vineyard Las Brisas Pinot Noir 2018 from Chile, and Gary Farrell Chardonnay Russian River Selection

2017 from Sonoma. Theresa will provide the class with the complete wine list after registration.



You have the option to choose one of two versions of this course. One does not include any Materials

Fee and does not have wine samples. The second version will have a Materials Fee of $25 added to

your cart for wine samples that will be available for you to pick up locally in Celebration prior to class

each week (the location will be emailed to you). Instructor Theresa Duwe will also provide those who

register for either option with a list of wines that may be purchased on your own through Wine.com.

Instructor:

Theresa Duwe Theresa has a BS in Telecommunications from Indiana University. She has enjoyed cooking since she was

a child and eventually transformed her love of cooking into a small catering business which she owned

for 16 years. She is a self-taught private chef and has taught cooking classes. After moving to the

Orlando area, she met some wine enthusiasts who introduced her to the world of studying wine.

Theresa was hooked and her new passions became studying wine and pairing food and wine. She holds

a SafeServ Manager Certificate and an Alcohol Server Certificate. She has passed the Introduction Level

of Court of Master Sommeliers Exam and continues to study and learn as much as she can about wine.

Now she enjoys teaching others about wine as well as food and wine pairings.



Workshop: Write a Ten-Minute Play - Part 1

Have you always wanted to write a play but don’t have a clue how to do it? Workshop: Write a Ten-

Minute Play will guide you from your original idea to a staged reading of your play. Many plays written

in this workshop have been produced by theater companies around the United States. Several plays

have been published in international anthologies of the best new plays of the year. Part 1 will introduce

the concept of ten-minute plays and get your play started. Note: For the public reading in the Lifelong

Lecture Series, preference will be given to the scripts of those playwrights who enrolled in all three

courses. Class size is limited to 6.

Instructor(s):

William L. Newkirk Will’s award-winning play [Miss] received the 2017 Charles M. Getchell Prize from the Southeastern

Theatre Conference. Other award-winning plays include: East Lansing (Best Play, Tampa Bay Theatre

Festival), In Me (Vigoda Award, Best Dramedy), 5 to 4 (Best Play, 4x6 Fest, Tampa, Florida), Suffocation

(Grand Prize, Emerald Theatre Company New Play Festival, Memphis, Tennessee), The Nude (Best Play,

A Strong Woman Play Festival, Washington, D.C.), and After the Intervention (Judges Choice Award,

Festival of Shorts, Edmonds, Washington.) William Newkirk has a BA from Harvard and an MD from The

Ohio State University.



Don Salvo Don has a BS in Comprehensive English Education from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, an MEd in

English Education from the University of Pittsburgh, an MSEd in Educational Administration from

Duquesne University, and was a Fellow in the School of Speech and Drama, Northwestern University. An

Equity member, Don has performed in more than 60 Equity productions and is a published and

produced playwright.




This course is a continuation of Write a Ten-Minute Play 1. Participants will continue editing and

polishing their scripts. Note: For the public reading in the Lifelong Lecture Series, preference will be

given to the scripts of those playwrights who enrolled in all three courses. Class size is limited to 6.

Instructor(s):

William L. Newkirk Don Salvo See previous bios.




This course is a continuation of Write a Ten-Minute Play Parts 1 and 2. Participants will prepare and

rehearse their scripts for public reading. Note: For the public reading in the Lifelong Lecture Series,

preference will be given to the scripts of those playwrights who enrolled in all three courses. Class size is

limited to 6.

Instructor(s):

William L. Newkirk Don Salvo See previous bios.





World Religions

This course examines the history and doctrines of six of the world’s important religions: Hinduism,

Buddhism, Daoism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity. The course will discuss the differences, similarities,

and relationships among them and the considerable diversity within each. The course will also consider

what each religion considers the principle problem facing humankind, the paths to addressing that

problem, and its thoughts on death and the afterlife. We will consider who wrote each religion’s sacred

documents, their historical contexts and what they reveal about each religion’s key features.

Instructor:

Bob Pearson Bob taught at the University of Pennsylvania for ten years, being voted best teacher by the Fels Institute

of Government's graduating class of 2011. He is currently attending a course on world religions at

Valencia College and has been engaged in independent study of religions for the past three years. The

tentative title of his current book project is Blind Faith: What My Minister Didn't Tell Me About

Christianity. He earned a PhD in political science from the University of Chicago and taught Sunday

school many years ago.





WHAT ELSE DOES CELEBRATION LIFELONG OFFER?

Celebration Lifelong prides itself on is its approach to community-building and on our fun

events including the Celebration Lifelong Lecture Series and Club offerings.

The Celebration Lifelong Lecture Series is scheduled on Tuesdays, 3:00 pm–4:15 pm

FEBRUARY 2nd

THE US HEALTHCARE SYSTEM -- ACCESS AND BARRIERS

This lecture will offer insights into the healthcare system -- how the system works, how it is financed,

what rights we have, and what we need to navigate the system. We will discuss various entry points into

the system and their corresponding definitions, problems and expectations. We will also review various

insurance plans and payment mechanisms.

Lecturer: Michael "Bill" Carbrey holds a Master's Degree in Health/Hospital Administration from Georgia State

University. In his over 50-year career in Healthcare, he has held positions including Nursing Assistant,

Chief Executive Officer of large and small hospitals, and Healthcare Consultant to both Physicians and

Hospitals. He has worked in both for-profit and non-profit settings. In the furtherance of his education,

he has been licensed as a Certified Medical Coder, a Certified Coding Instructor and a Licensed Insurance

Agent in the State of FL. As an educator, he has presented at national healthcare conventions, state and

local organizational meetings, and he’s served as a web-based instructor for the Practice Management

Institute. Mr. Carbrey has authored magazine articles and is the co-author of the e-book, The Five Levers

for Medical Practice Improvement. Mr. Carbrey was Honorably Discharged from the US Navy, where he

served as a Hospital Corpsman. He was stationed in Great Lakes, IL; San Diego, CA, Guantanamo Bay,

Cuba; and VW4 Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, FL.

FEBRUARY 9th

ANNIE OAKLEY, ANOTHER FLORIDA SNOWBIRD!

Annie Oakley was one of America's earliest superstars. She shot her way out of poverty, overcame

childhood hardships and earned the admiration of all who witnessed her amazing marksmanship. Her

legacy lives on through the Broadway musical, Annie Get Your Gun, in which she was originally played by

Ethel Merman in 1946 and over the years by Mary Martin, Bernadette Peters and Reba McEntire. But

CELEBRATION LIFELONG LECTURE SERIES

(LIFELONG MEMBERS and GUESTS with a PASS)



did you know Annie Oakley wintered in Leesburg, Florida? Please join us to learn more about this

remarkable "Little Sure Shot!".

Lecturer:

Audrey Byllott

See bio on page 10.

FEBRUARY 16th

TERRANAUTS: LIVING SMART & SAVING NATURE

Feeling overwhelmed and helpless about the state of our planet and don’t know what to do? Confused

by misinformation about climate change and don’t know what to believe? Then join naturalist Don

Kendzior for an educational, entertaining, and inspirational presentation about sustainable living, self-

empowerment, and saving nature!

Noah’s Notes Terranauts program helps you become an eco-conscious Earth steward who makes a

difference by living smart and taking action to save nature in your home and garden. Learn how the

choices you make every day, like being an eco-shopper, curbing consumption, reducing waste, and

gardening with nature, can help save the Earth and its creatures.

Lecturer: Don Kendzior is president of Noah's Notes, a nonprofit environmental organization, and a certified

state naturalist with a comprehensive knowledge of the environment and a passion for sharing the

wonder of nature. His professional experience encompasses work as an environmental consultant,

designer, and communicator. He lectures extensively on environmental topics from helping

hummingbirds to gardening with nature. Don's communication talents and love of nature have inspired

many to make a difference right in their own backyard.

FEBRUARY 23rd

BERTHE MORISOT: A COLLECTION OF HER PAINTINGS RENDERED ACROSS EUROPE

Berthe Morisot, known as the first lady of French Impressionism, travelled throughout the European

continent during her lifetime, always observant of possible motifs to paint. She rendered some of her

most exquisite and powerful paintings during her journeys to England, southern France, Normandy, Italy

and Spain. We will take a virtual tour of her treasured European creations and delve into some of the

interesting stories behind the paintings. Morisot, the visual poet of womanhood, "lived her painting and

lived to paint her life."

Lecturer: Silvia Arlene Sánchez-Busse See bio on page 12.



MARCH 2nd

CELEBRATION CLEAN STREAM INITIATIVE

This lecture is designed to shine a light on our recycling issues and the proper way to recycle in

Celebration. Ken Lee, CEO of Celebration Sanitation Services, will discuss the Celebration Clean Stream

Initiative. He will explain what products can be recycled, why we only recycle certain products here, how

we are to recycle these items and what happens to these recycled products after they leave Celebration.

Come and learn the great strides that Celebration has taken in meeting the Clean Stream Initiative and

get answers to your recycling questions.

Lecturer: Ken Lee is the Celebration Sanitation Service Operations Manager.

MARCH 9th

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE (EFT)/TAPPING REDUCE ANXIETY AND INCREASE

MOTIVATION

EFT or Tapping is an easy and very effective way for you to help yourself let go of negative emotions and

accept positive replacements. It is a combination of talk and physical therapy, tapping with your

fingertips along specific meridian/acupressure points while talking. During the process you acknowledge

and release the negative event/feeling while tapping, and then replace the patterning on those meridian

points with tapping positive intentions. VA Hospitals use EFT with veterans, especially with PTSD. Come

learn more about how tapping can help you achieve a state of well-being.

Lecturer: Andrea Baines has a BS in Homeopathy from Middlesex University, Regents College, London, UK and

an AA in Business Administration from Cape Fear Community College, Wilmington, NC. Andrea practiced

homeopathy in London at Ainsworth (the Queen’s homeopathic pharmacy) and in Gillingham, Dorset,

UK. Andrea, of Wonderfully Well LLC, is a Wellness Coach specializing in Homeopathic Education and

Consulting and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Homeopathy changed Andrea’s life which is why

she is so passionate about sharing information with others.

MARCH 16th

WHAT CAN THE AARP OFFER ME?

Learn about options you can take advantage of through AARP! We’ll discuss opportunities such as free

Movies for Grown Ups, exercise classes, information about improving your resume, driving

improvement classes and much, much more. We will discuss the availability of the various programs

and how to access them.



Lecturer:

Steph Garber

See bio on page 14.

MARCH 23rd

THE STORY BEHIND THE INCOME TAX

Come and learn interesting facts while also taking part in a trivia game with prizes for the top

three winners. We’ll discuss how the income tax started and its development over the years.

Why did it become necessary? How have tax rates changed over time? What are some strange

deductions taxpayers can claim? Join us for an afternoon of virtual fun!

Lecturers: Tom Williams is a federally licensed tax practitioner with 20 years’ experience in the small business

field. He holds an undergraduate degree in accounting and an Enrolled Agent license, an elite status

reflecting the highest designation awarded to individuals for taxes by the IRS.

Iris Palma has a Juris Doctor and an undergraduate degree in entrepreneurship. Both Iris and Tom

Williams are the co-authors of a series of tax books and guides for small business owners and individual

taxpayers, including the award-nominated book Deducting The Right Way: Untangling Small Business

Accounting & Taxes.

APRIL 13th

UNDERSTANDING GENERATIONS Y AND Z

Would you like to better understand Generations Y and Z? Why are they like they are and what can we

learn from them? This presentation will help you understand Gen Y (millennials) and Z (born after 1997).

We will explore the exterior and social influences that affect them. We will also look at how brands have

changed their marketing to reach them and the advertising bombardment that these generations are

subjected to daily. This lecture will give you insights into these generations and help you better

understand and connect with your children and grandchildren!

Lecturer: Wendy Farrell has over 20 years in marketing, promotions and branding experience running Signature

Promotions and assisting companies in marketing to different social groups and ages. Before that

she ran her own Executive Recruitment Agency in the UK and was a qualified psychometric

assessor. Wendy has always been interested in what makes people like they are. She has volunteered in

schools providing career lectures, judging senior presentations, and teaching resume and interview skills

to high school students. Wendy has a Generation Y and Z!



APRIL 20th

REARING ENDANGERED MONARCH BUTTERFLIES

Who's eating my milkweed!? I planted it to attract butterflies, but soon after it disappears... Join me for

this opportunity to learn all about the Monarch Butterfly, why it's endangered, where they go in the

winter, and how you can help support them. Plus, how to successfully raise these beauties to increase

their populations. It is an easy hobby... and a thrill with every butterfly release, every single time.

Lecturer: Laura Hardy has been rearing endangered Monarch Butterflies since December 2017. Audrey Byllott

got her started, and after much research and guidance from others, she has become quite successful in

bringing them from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis and finally releasing over 500 over almost 3 years.

She has had the opportunity to do presentations for young children in a school, as well as conduct a

workshop for adults.

APRIL 27th

TEN-MINUTE PLAY READINGS

Come, be amazed and enjoy the new plays of the Lifelong playwrights, written in this term’s Workshop:

Write a Ten-Minute Play! Previous plays from these readings have gone on to be performed in

professional theaters and published in anthologies of the best plays of the year.

Lecturers: William L. Newkirk

Don Salvo

See bios on page 24.



Club Weeks for the Spring Term are February 2 - 4, March 2 - 4, April 6 - 8, May 4 - 6, June 8 - 10,

July 6 -8, August 3 - 5.

During the Spring 2021 Term, all Clubs will take place via Zoom.

Wellness Club

Tuesday 11:00 am–12:00 am Tuesday of Club Week (Meets Every Other Month)

February 2, April 6, June 8 and August 3, 2021

Do your diet and exercise plans fall apart after a few weeks or never get started at all? Would you like to

achieve lasting improvement in areas of health and wellness such as fitness, nutrition, energy, quality

sleep and stress management? Discover how to clarify your direction, create a realistic plan of action

and make permanent lifestyle changes in a positive, non-judgmental group environment. The built-in

support system of a group provides accountability, new perspectives and creative strategies to unlock

your wellness potential. Be motivated, confident, and empowered as you travel on your journey to

health and celebrate your achievements with your Wellness Club!

Brain Train Club

Tuesday 11:00 am–12:00 am Tuesday of Club Week (Meets Every Other Month)

March 2, May 4 and July 6, 2021

Join us as we focus on topics and fun activities targeting all dimensions of brain health. Directly address

every function of the brain, including attention, memory, motor skills, visual/spatial skills and executive

abilities within the gentle encouragement of a friendly group setting. Receive the latest research

updates, the most reliable information on a brain-healthy lifestyle and great suggestions on successfully

incorporating brain training into everyday life. Learn to preserve all of your cognitive abilities to live

independently and happily into your later years!

Facilitator:

Alexis Saire MEd, MA, is a Health and Fitness Educator and Certified Personal Trainer at AdventHealth

Wellness Center Celebration. Prior to her many years in Florida, she was a faculty member at Penn State

University and community colleges, as well as an educator at hospital and rehab centers. Alexis has been

a conference presenter for local and national organizations on topics including yoga, stress

management, obesity, senior health issues, creativity, brain health and self-esteem.

CELEBRATION LIFELONG CLUBS

(LIFELONG MEMBERS ONLY)



Origami & Paper Crafts Club

Tuesday 1:30 pm–2:15 pm of Club Week

February 2, March 2, April 6, May 4, June 8, July 6 and August 3, 2021

Join us on Tuesday during Club Week to continue exploring and sharing origami and other paper crafting

creations. These will be fun, informal meetings where we learn from each other. There is no pressure or

skill required. Origami and other paper crafts are creative arts that can benefit manual dexterity and fine

motor skills and allow you to use your brain in a different way. Club members are always welcome to

work on their own projects during meetings. Some meetings may include directions for optional

projects. For those meetings, a materials list will be furnished to club members in advance.

Facilitator:

Nancy Bedwell earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from Nova

Southeastern University. She had a 35-year career in project management roles in industrial, residential,

commercial and entertainment construction. Her first experience with Origami has been through

courses taught at Lifelong by Izumi Sakurada.

Book Club

Wednesday 10:30 am–12 noon of Club Week


New York, New York: World War II to the 21st Century February 3 Join us on Wednesday of Lifelong Club Week as we discuss books exploring the history and neighborhoods of New York City from the 1940s to the present. February 3 - Small Mercies by Eddie Joyce (2015) Ten years after their loss of Bobby, the Amendola’s youngest son, everyone is still struggling to recover from the firefighter’s unexpected death on 9/11. According to Richard Russo, “the novel is so American that it might as well have taken place at the base of the Statue of Liberty. [Joyce’s] Amendola family and their beloved Staten Island may be flawed, but they represent what’s best and most necessary in the American character, what our tired and poor still yearn for.” The New York Times Best Books of 2020 March 3, April 7, May 5 Join us this spring on Wednesday of Lifelong Club Week as we discuss three of the best fiction and nonfiction titles of 2020 as chosen by literary editors of major publications. March 3 - Deacon King Kong by James McBride



Deacon King Kong is part mystery story, part crime novel and part urban farce. At its rollicking heart is a fumbling, cranky church deacon who in 1969 inexplicably shoots and wounds a local drug dealer. McBride, a National Book Award winner, “conducts his antic symphony with deep feeling, never losing sight of the suffering and inequity within the merriment.” The novel is an Oprah’s Book Club Pick and a Top 10 selection of The New York Times and Time magazine. April 7 - Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell “An exceptional historical novel” according to The New Yorker, Hamnet is the story of how the death of Shakespeare’s 11-year-old son Hamnet may have shaped his play “Hamlet.” “A luminous portrait of a marriage, a shattering evocation of a family ravaged by grief and loss, and a tender and unforgettable re-imagining of a boy whose life has been all but forgotten, and whose name was given to one of the most celebrated plays of all time, Hamnet is mesmerizing, seductive, impossible to put down.” Winner of the Women’s Prize for Fiction, the book was named a best book of the year by The New York Times and the New York Public Library. May 5 - Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family by Robert Kolker Hidden Valley Road is a nonfiction medical mystery story of how schizophrenia ravaged six members of the Galvin family. Kolker’s book “is a feat of narrative journalism but also a study in empathy; he unspools the stories of the Galvin siblings with enormous compassion while tracing the scientific advances in treating the illness.” The book was an Oprah’s Book Club Pick and was named a best book of the year by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, NPR, Time, Smithsonian, and People. Summer in the City: Reader’s Choice June 9, July 7, August 4 Book Club members nominate and vote for the books they want to read and discuss during the summer. Watch for Celebration Lifelong Mondays’ emails to see which books are this year’s choices!

Facilitators:

Dolores Salvo has a BS in Education, Mathematics and English from Edinboro University of

Pennsylvania, an MA in English from the University of Pittsburgh and an MSEd from Duquesne

University. Dolores taught math and English at a suburban high school near Pittsburgh before serving as

Supervisor of Mathematics for the district. She has conducted workshops and seminars in math

pedagogy and educational software at the national, state and regional levels. Dolores runs the

Celebration Duplicate Bridge Club which meets Thursdays at Celebration Town Hall and she is excited by

the prospect of once again indulging her passion for literature by helping facilitate the Celebration

Lifelong Book Club.

Don Salvo has a BS in Comprehensive English Education from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, an

MEd in English Education from the University of Pittsburgh, an MSEd in Educational Administration from






Film Club

Thursday 10:30 am–1:00 pm of Club Week


Calling all film lovers! Join us on Thursday of Lifelong Club Week at 10:30 am to discuss a variety of films – classics, blockbusters, art films, and foreign language films. Each month’s feature is a film loosely related to that month’s Lifelong Book Club selection, either by time period or theme. The films are free on YouTube or to members of Netflix or Amazon Prime Video. So, grab your popcorn and be sure to watch the featured film prior to the Zoom discussion. Look for Lifelong’s Monday Email to announce the title of each month’s movie.

Facilitator:

Don Salvo has a BS in Comprehensive English Education from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, an

MEd in English Education from the University of Pittsburgh, an MSEd in Educational Administration from




Travel Club

Thursday 3:00 pm–4:00 pm of Club Week


Join us on Thursday during Club Week for a discussion about Truly Terrific Travel Tips and Tricks! There will be presentations on a variety of travel topics timed to truly titillate terrific travel thoughts! Join the group to look at the rapidly changing travel landscape that is changing from one day to the next. These are unprecedented times, and every week that passes presents new opportunities and new threats to our plans and potential travel adventures. Each month this interactive club will dive into a specific topic and will open up for questions and experiences.

Facilitator:

Dan Zagata

See bio on page 9.

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