The Spring Calendar has been mailed.
Most LIFE Institute courses begin the week of April 26th, however, we would like you to draw your attention to three courses that have early start dates.
S07A
ACT II Studio's annual Shaw Festival Previews, led by Vrenia Ivonoffski, begin April 6th (see pages 8-9)
S16
The first Theatre Alive play is April 14th, so all tickets must be purchased by April 8th & the 'cut off' for signing up for Theatre Alive Spring Season is quickily approaching. (see page 12)
S22
LIFE Among the Ruins: Two Visits to the Royal Ontario Museum starts April 15th. You must register by April 8th. (see page 14).
To avoid disappointment, if you are interested in taking any of these courses, please mail in your registration & cheque promptly.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Monday, March 22, 2010
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH INTO VIDEO GAMING
Programs for 50+, at The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, Ryerson University offers adults opportunities to participate in research studies in the various schools, departments in Ryerson University including other organizations and universities in our community.
The following is an offering from the Department of Computer Science in University of Toronto and they are looking for volunteers to take part in a study of a new online poker gaming environment, to measure effects on enjoyment and engagement, on social interaction, and on learning.
Your Task:
You will be asked to play Poker in our system perhaps with an assigned partner with whom you will be working. You will also be asked to answer questions about your experiences.
Time Commitment:
This study will be spread over 5-6 starting the week of April 19, 2010. We will hold 2 sessions per week, where participants will play on our system for approximately 1 and 1/2 hours each session.
Benefits and Compensation:
It will be fun and you will learn new things. Also, cash prizes of up to $250 will be awarded to participants who have shown the greatest improvement.
Location:
Ryerson University, 285 Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario
Eligibility:
Eligible participants must satisfy the following criteria:
- Be over the age of 50
- Feel comfortable using a computer
- Speak English
- Have no major vision impairments
For more information, or to volunteer for this study, please contact:
Nicholas Shim at nshim@dgp.toronto.edu
The following is an offering from the Department of Computer Science in University of Toronto and they are looking for volunteers to take part in a study of a new online poker gaming environment, to measure effects on enjoyment and engagement, on social interaction, and on learning.
Your Task:
You will be asked to play Poker in our system perhaps with an assigned partner with whom you will be working. You will also be asked to answer questions about your experiences.
Time Commitment:
This study will be spread over 5-6 starting the week of April 19, 2010. We will hold 2 sessions per week, where participants will play on our system for approximately 1 and 1/2 hours each session.
Benefits and Compensation:
It will be fun and you will learn new things. Also, cash prizes of up to $250 will be awarded to participants who have shown the greatest improvement.
Location:
Ryerson University, 285 Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario
Eligibility:
Eligible participants must satisfy the following criteria:
- Be over the age of 50
- Feel comfortable using a computer
- Speak English
- Have no major vision impairments
For more information, or to volunteer for this study, please contact:
Nicholas Shim at nshim@dgp.toronto.edu
Volunteer Opportunities : SSAF 2010
Programs for 50+ at The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education is offering older adults various opportunities to participate in volunteer roles in the schools and departments of Ryerson University. We are currently seeking volunteers to assist in our annual Silver Screens Arts Festival.
Interested in working for a fun-paced and exciting festival?
The upcoming Silver Screens Arts Festival in partnership with LIFE Institute on May 30 – June 6th, 2010 is looking for volunteers to help with the Festival.
We’re looking for help in
▪ Greeting, ticket taking, and selling tickets at the door
▪ Handing out promotional materials at the events
▪ Checking Passes
▪ Selling festival tickets at various locations
▪ Event setup and cleanup
▪ Ushering
▪ Promoting and providing information to the public about the festival
▪ Fashion Show setup and take down
Being a Silver Screens Arts Festival volunteer allows you free admission into the event you are assisting with.
Below is more detailed information about the festival.
Interested in working for a fun-paced and exciting festival?
The upcoming Silver Screens Arts Festival in partnership with LIFE Institute on May 30 – June 6th, 2010 is looking for volunteers to help with the Festival.
We’re looking for help in
▪ Greeting, ticket taking, and selling tickets at the door
▪ Handing out promotional materials at the events
▪ Checking Passes
▪ Selling festival tickets at various locations
▪ Event setup and cleanup
▪ Ushering
▪ Promoting and providing information to the public about the festival
▪ Fashion Show setup and take down
Being a Silver Screens Arts Festival volunteer allows you free admission into the event you are assisting with.
Below is more detailed information about the festival.
You can also check out the website at: http://www.silverscreens.ca
If you are interested in serving as a volunteer, please send your name, phone, e-mail, preferred date available to:
Mena Carravetta
mena.carravetta@ryerson.ca or 416 979.5103
Thursday, March 18, 2010
ACT II STUDIO Theatre Bus Trips
The ACT II STUDIO theatre bus trips are about to go into high gear. If you have not heard about them, here is a list of the plays and dates.
AN IDEAL HUSBAND at Shaw April 28. 2010.
Dead line for registration is March 24. Cost is $86.00, plus $14.00 for the box lunch.(optional)
THE TEMPEST at Stratford, June 16.2010. Deadline for registration is May 16.2010. Cost is $111.00 plus buffet lunch @ $16.00.(optional)
JACQUES BREL IS ALIVE AND WELL AND LIVING IN PARIS at Stratford (Tom Patterson) on September 08.2010. Registration deadline is August 08.2010. Cost is $103.00 plus Buffet luncheon @ $16.00 (optional).
For a full brochure contact the ACT II STUDIO office at 416-979-5000 ext 1 then 6297.
Or for more information call Floyd Green at 416-4265-0116, or e-mail floydgreenster@gmail.com
Programs for 50+ in The Chang School offers older adults various opportunities to participate in research studies in the various schools and departments in Ryerson University. The following is an offering from the Department of Psychology to be listed in their data bank of seniors willing to participate in any of their research studies open to you. Please feel free to contact them directly as noted if you wish to be on their lists.
Older Adults are Invited for
Older Adults are Invited for
Paid Research Participation
Department of Psychology
Department of Psychology
Ryerson University
If you are aged 60 or above and healthy, you are invited to participate in psychology studies directed by Dr. Lixia Yang and her colleagues in the Department of Psychology at Ryerson University. These studies examine perception, cognition and thinking in people of different ages. They involve some computerized tasks and/or paper-and-pencil questionnaires. Participation is CONFIDENTIAL and participants will receive compensation ($10/hr) for their time and effort.
If you are aged 60 or above and healthy, you are invited to participate in psychology studies directed by Dr. Lixia Yang and her colleagues in the Department of Psychology at Ryerson University. These studies examine perception, cognition and thinking in people of different ages. They involve some computerized tasks and/or paper-and-pencil questionnaires. Participation is CONFIDENTIAL and participants will receive compensation ($10/hr) for their time and effort.
For details or registration, please contact the Cognitive Aging Laboratory at 416-979-5000 X 4987. E-mails should be sent to cal@psych.ryerson.ca.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
The Spring 2010 Calendar is almost here!!!
The LIFE Institute's Spring 2010 Curriculum is at the printer & will be mailed to you next week.
Included in this mailing will be the Silver Screens Arts Festival Program
Also, please note that once again, we are inviting all LIFE Members to Bring a Friend to LIFE.
Included in this mailing will be the Silver Screens Arts Festival Program
Also, please note that once again, we are inviting all LIFE Members to Bring a Friend to LIFE.
It is a Special Offer during the Spring 2010 Semester Only.
You’ve been raving about the LIFE courses you’ve enjoyed recently. Maybe you’ve noticed that some of your friends are interested, intrigued…perhaps a bit jealous? Here’s your opportunity to invite those friends to catch the spirit of LIFE and sample for themselves the great courses we offer.
· Invite a friend or friends who would enjoy taking one or more courses without paying a full membership fee. Friends pay only the cost of the course(s) selected. This way, they will discover what LIFE has to offer, and perhaps decide to become a member in the Fall.
· Friends may register and pay for any course(s), not just courses that you choose to take. Due to limited capacity, our Computer Courses are not included in this offer.
Enclosed with your calendar will be a special “Guest Registration Form” which can be completed and mailed to the LIFE office along with the appropriate payment for the course(s) selected. NB: all registration forms must be signed; your guest MUST sign his or her OWN form/liability waiver.
We accept registrations by mail only. Payment by cheques only, payable to The LIFE Institute. Don’t forget to sign the registration form in the required box.
Mail to: LIFE Institute, The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, Ryerson University, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto ON M5B 2K3
We look forward to welcoming both you and your friends in the exciting Spring semester.
This offer is valid ONLY for Spring 2010
You’ve been raving about the LIFE courses you’ve enjoyed recently. Maybe you’ve noticed that some of your friends are interested, intrigued…perhaps a bit jealous? Here’s your opportunity to invite those friends to catch the spirit of LIFE and sample for themselves the great courses we offer.
· Invite a friend or friends who would enjoy taking one or more courses without paying a full membership fee. Friends pay only the cost of the course(s) selected. This way, they will discover what LIFE has to offer, and perhaps decide to become a member in the Fall.
· Friends may register and pay for any course(s), not just courses that you choose to take. Due to limited capacity, our Computer Courses are not included in this offer.
Enclosed with your calendar will be a special “Guest Registration Form” which can be completed and mailed to the LIFE office along with the appropriate payment for the course(s) selected. NB: all registration forms must be signed; your guest MUST sign his or her OWN form/liability waiver.
We accept registrations by mail only. Payment by cheques only, payable to The LIFE Institute. Don’t forget to sign the registration form in the required box.
Mail to: LIFE Institute, The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, Ryerson University, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto ON M5B 2K3
We look forward to welcoming both you and your friends in the exciting Spring semester.
This offer is valid ONLY for Spring 2010
Thursday, March 11, 2010
ACT II STUDIO is pleased to present...
MATTHEW JOCELYN
ARTISTIC & GENERAL DIRECTOR
THE CANADIAN STAGE COMPANY
ARTISTIC & GENERAL DIRECTOR
THE CANADIAN STAGE COMPANY
Matthew Jocelyn will talk about theatre in general and The Canadian Stage Company in particular. With the launch of the new season just a few weeks away, he will have lots to share about the upcoming season and the vision for the company, etc.
This will be followed by a Question & Answer period, a wonderful opportunity to “pick the brains” of a leader in his field.
MARCH 23, 2010
NOON – 2 PM
HEASLIP HOUSE, 7TH FLOOR
297 Victoria Street, Toronto
(nearest subway Dundas Street)
Admission $10 for ACT II STUDIO and LIFE members (and guests) – come and get an inside view of a large professional theatre in Toronto, the biggest in Canada.
For all, a chance to ask questions of someone who has the answers.
You are welcome to bring a “silent” lunch for this lunch period event.
For more information or to confirm your attendance, please contact ACT II STUDIO at 416-979-5000, Ext. 6297 (please leave your name and number if office is closed); or email act2@ryerson.ca. Admission fees will be collected at the door.
ACT II STUDIO is a theatre program and creative drama centre which is part of the Programs for 50+, The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, Ryerson University. It is an accredited member of the Toronto Assoc. of Acting Studios (T.A.S.S.)
MARCH 23, 2010
NOON – 2 PM
HEASLIP HOUSE, 7TH FLOOR
297 Victoria Street, Toronto
(nearest subway Dundas Street)
Admission $10 for ACT II STUDIO and LIFE members (and guests) – come and get an inside view of a large professional theatre in Toronto, the biggest in Canada.
For all, a chance to ask questions of someone who has the answers.
You are welcome to bring a “silent” lunch for this lunch period event.
For more information or to confirm your attendance, please contact ACT II STUDIO at 416-979-5000, Ext. 6297 (please leave your name and number if office is closed); or email act2@ryerson.ca. Admission fees will be collected at the door.
ACT II STUDIO is a theatre program and creative drama centre which is part of the Programs for 50+, The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, Ryerson University. It is an accredited member of the Toronto Assoc. of Acting Studios (T.A.S.S.)
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