Special OLLI EventsSpecial Events include celebrations, film premiers, author talks, special lectures, and other programs open to OLLI members. Musica Scolara The Chorus of UConn Waterbury and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute  14 Sessions – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Established in fall 2008, this premiere vocal ensemble is committed to performing outstanding repertoire. It sings well-known choral masterworks, as well as small-ensemble choral literature. The group seeks to nurture a love for, and global awareness of, music from many cultures. OLLI members, community members who wish to join OLLI, UConn students, and UConn faculty and staff are invited to join Musica Scolara, the first intergenerational OLLI Chorus in the United States. Dr. Sharon Shoblom-Van Nest, Director of Musica Scolara, holds a Bachelor of Music degree from San Francisco State University, graduating with Honors, a Master of Music degree from Colorado State University, and a Doctorate of Musical Arts degree from the Conservatory of Music at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Her professional music career spans thirty years of playing, singing and conducting in the United States and Europe. Known for her choral artistry, as well as her enthusiasm and passion for people, Sherry has served on the faculty at Northern Illinois University, the University of Virginia-Wise, the University of Hawaii-Hilo, and Ferrum College in Virginia. She also taught elementary and high school music in northern California. Patricia Richards has been the accompanist for OLLI’s Musica Scolara chorus since its inception. Ms. Richards is the full-time Director of Music at Sacred Heart Church in Southbury, CT. As accompanist for Sacred Heart Adult Choir (16 years) she traveled with the choir to Italy, with the distinct honor of playing at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. She continues to work with the Adult Choir at Sacred Heart and also formed a 30 member Youth Choir three years ago. Ms. Richards just completed accompanying four Cabaret performances at St. Teresa’s in Woodbury, CT.
OLLI TravelA new dimension has been added to the learning experiences for OLLI at UConn Waterbury ~ TRAVEL. The fall trips will start with day tours but will be evolving with time. Watch for more details in upcoming OLLI newsletters. Also, leave any suggestions or questions in the OLLI Suggestion Boxes at either OLLI information table – addressed to the Travel Committee. See “Some Facts for OLLI Travelers” below. Join us at OLLI Travel and learn about new – and old – places waiting to be explored! SEE Registration form to sign up for these events.  A Firsthand Glimpse of Connecticut Maritime Studies at Avery Point, Groton Price $25.00 – separate check to OLLI at UConn  Walk the Wadsworth Price $28.00 – separate check to OLLI at UConn 
Some Facts for OLLI Travelers Trips are open to current OLLI members. All travel fees must be paid when submitting annual membership and course fees with fall registration form. Availability will be on a first come – first serve basis. Minimum of 40 people is required or trip will be cancelled. If space allows, non-OLLI members will be allowed to register at an additional fee of $7.00. All pre-travel forms, parking/directions, and trip information will be sent in the mail with verification of your trip. Pre-travel forms are due back at least one week before the date of the trip. Please make separate checks for each trip, writing the name of your trip on the memo line in the bottom left hand corner of your check. Include check with your registration form payable to OLLI at UConn.
OLLI Partnership EventsOLLI members will receive ticket discounts for events sponsored by partnering
organizations. CONNECTICUT DANCE THEATRE  During Fall 2009, Connecticut Dance Theatre will offer OLLI members a 10% discount on all dance and yoga classes. Connecticut Dance Theatre is celebrating its 20th anniversary as a non-profit Arts organization. Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party and Holiday Craft Fair Sunday, November 15, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM at CDTstudio, Watertown Clara and the Nutcracker Friday, December 18, 7:00 PMSaturday, December 19, 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM Sunday, December 20, 1:00 PM Bingham Theatre, Taft School, Watertown Narrated for the young and the young at heart 
Donna Bonasera
For all CDT events, contact Donna Bonasera at CDTstudio, 860-274-0004 or email: ctdance523@aol.com THE PALACE THEATER Show your OLLI membership card at the box office or call 203-755-8484. May not be combined with other discounts or promotional offers. Mat & Chat The Palace Theater has something unique and exciting to offer OLLI members this season – the opportunity to participate in creative conversations with some of the incredibly creative people who make the national Broadway touring productions coming to the Palace 2009-2010 season happen. Planned to take place before or after the Saturday or Sunday matinee of each show, you can take a front row seat for the opportunity to learn about various aspects of what it takes to mount a real Broadway touring show!  Avenue Q Friday, October 16 – 8:00 PM  Cirque Dreams Illumination Friday, January 15 – 8:00 PM  A Chorus Line Friday, February 26 – 8:00 PM  Disney’s Beauty and The Beast Friday, March 12 – 8:00PM  The Color Purple Friday, May 7 – 8:00 PM
OLLI AT UCONN OFFERS THE AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE November 10 & 17, 2009, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Room #113
Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate which they can submit to their insurance companies for an insurance discount. State law mandates that all insurance companies must provide a discount of at least 5% off liability insurance for at least two years for those 60 and older. Check with your insurance company to verify the discount. Registration and Cost Please call 203-236-9924 to register today!
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