2011 Programs for 50 Plus

As part of our Continued Learning stream, Programs for 50 Plus introduces two new courses open to everyone and starting in January. These are part of a new unit of programming in Media Arts under Programs for 50+ .   Bring your friends – you do not have to be a member of our current programming in LIFE Institute or ACT II Studio.

Women’s Stories in Documentary Film with Maureen Judge (CSPI 165)

In the series, we examine award-winning documentaries that use oral history, observational filming and personal narratives of elder women to reflect upon memory, adversity, family, and love. In each class, a selected film is screened, followed by a discussion around the questions of the role of women in the film, their stories and how these are told, and the point of view of the filmmaker.

Films include: And We Knew How To Dance, an oral history, Grey Gardens, an observational documentary, In My Mother’s Garden a personal narrative and Undying Love an oral history about finding love in the midst of unimaginable horrors.

Classes will start Monday January 17 and run through February 14th from 6:30 -9:30 pm.
Fee : $40 Plus HST Registration is through Ryerson University,  NOT The LIFE Institute.



Sunday Film Club with Kevin Courrier (CSPI 175)
Meeting monthly to review films you’ve seen and always wanted to discuss intelligently, the Sunday Film Club will open with the theme “Reel Politics” in an age when political discourse is at its most divisive and polarized. In an attempt to bring some nuanced debate to political dialogue and deepen our understanding of international affairs, the film club will review and discuss four major movies that tackle political realities of post 9/11, terrorism and committed activism. The Film Club will run on Sundays, Feb. 13, 27, March 13, and 27 from 2- 4pm.
Fee: $31. Plus HST Registration is through Ryerson University, NOT The LIFE Institute.


The Film Club will open Sunday afternoon, January 30, 2011 at 2pm with a FREE INTRODUCTION Session 2- 4 p.m. in LIB 72  To register for this free session please contact Mena Carravetta, Program Assistant, Programs for 50+  Tel:416 979.5103 OR Email: mena.carravetta@ryerson.ca


Watch for more information on these offerings in early January.

JANUARY ETHICS LECTURE

LEGACY REMINDER

Legacy for Learning


Thank you, Thank you to the many LIFE members who have donated to this year’s campaign.

Just a reminder that donations to the Legacy for Learning must be postmarked no later than December 31, 2010 to qualify for a 2010 receipt.

This year your contribution will go to the Innovative Caring Clown program at the Chang School. The Caring Clown course trains people in the 50+ age group to use humour and compassion as a tool to engage the isolated elderly in long term care homes with great success. Dressed in their cheerful garbs, they make people feel special and give them a sense of autonomy and independence.


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LIFE Travels: Russian Gems - A Reminder

You will have seen the information on the Russian River Cruise in the LIFE Winter Calendar.

The trip is selling very well, and a wonderful group of travellers has formed. Our option on the reduced group prices expires January 12, 2011.   If you would like to join us, it is best to book soon.

For booking and other information, call Donald McKay at 416-962-7447.

ACT II STUDIO INFORMATION DAY

INFORMATION DAY:

January 6, 2011

2 - 4 pm

Heaslip House, Ryerson University

297 Victoria Street, Room CED 303,

Toronto. ON

(nearest subway stop Dundas Street)

INFORMATION DAY is designed to welcome those who would like to learn more about

the courses and activities offered by this vibrant organization; a must for those wishing

to put a little drama in their lives. Newcomers will be welcomed by members of the

student body and faculty, all of whom will be delighted to share their experiences and

answer questions. Copies of the calendar of courses offered will be available, along

with the opportunity to register on the spot for courses starting in January or later

ACT II STUDIO is a creative drama centre and theatre program at Ryerson University.

The "it" place for those over 50 who want to explore self-expression through drama,

develop theatre skills and become involved in creating shows that use their life

experience and that have an impact in the wider community. It is a community which

comes together to share its love of theatre.

ACT II STUDIO is part of the Programs for 50+ of the G. Raymond Chang School of

Continuing Education. It is an accredited member of the Toronto Association of Acting

Studios (T.A.A.S) with a faculty of active theatre professionals. Since its inception in

1988, ACT II STUDIO has grown to become a leader in the unique area of older adult

theatre education and creativity.

For any further information, please contact:

Tel: 416-979-5000 Ex. 6297 (please leave message if office is closed)

E-mail act2@ryerson.ca

Website: www.ryerson.ca/~act2

STELLA AWARD

ACT II STUDIO BUS TRIPS

announces the dates for their bus trips to Stratford:

Richard III on May 25, 2011 at 2:00 pm

Jesus Christ Superstar on June 29, 2011 at 2:00 pm.

Both of these are special seniors matinees, meaning the best possible prices.

A+ seating has been requested.

Tickets for The Admirable Crichton at Shaw have been ordered (but not yet confirmed) for Oct 26 (first choice) and Oct 12 (second choice). This too, is a special seniors matinee.

The full brochure will be available early in the new year.  For further information or to register, call Floyd at 416-425 0116 or ACT II STUDIO at 416.979.5000 x 6297

Note: You do not have to be a member of ACT II STUDIO or LIFE Institute to take the bus tour, however you must be a senior to take advantage of group ticketing.

 

WINTER 2011 COURSES : Full or Cancelled

W-02 POLITICS AND PEOPLE is FULL

W-03 RUSSIAN LITERATURE A LA DIANA is FULL

W-10 9/11 AND ITS CONSEQUENCES is FULL

W-11 CURRENT EVENTS is FULL

W-14 DRIVING IN TODAY'S TRAFFIC is CANCELLED

W-15 IMMIGRATION AS A GLOBAL PHENOMENON is FULL

W-16 MONEY AND TAXES is CANCELLED


W-18 LANDSCAPES OF BYZANTIUM is FULL

W-21 OUT AND ABOUT is FULL

W-23 THEATRE ALIVE is FULL

W-24 FEARLESS FEMINISTS is CANCELLED

W-27 EMERGING CITIES is FULL

W-29 FORBIDDEN DESIRES is FULL

W-32 FRIDAY MORNING AT THE OPERA is FULL

W-33 THE ECONOMIST SEMINAR is FULL

W-36 WINE COURSE is CANCELLED

W-37 FABULOUS FRIDAYS is FULL

COMPUTER COURSES
W-39 A, B and C (Jan.31, Feb7, Feb.14) Managing Your Digital Photographs Parts 1, 2 and 3 is FULL
W-40 Understanding Web Code Pages is FULL
W-44 Downloading Music is FULL
W-45 Tables and Charts with Excel 2011 is FULL