RECENT AND UPCOMING EVENTS
Creative Solutions with Skip Eisiminger
Monday, April 28
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cheezem Education Center
A recent OLLI salon class was particularly fun. It was called “Creative Solutions,” and it involved among other things questions such as the following: 1. If you were trapped in a blizzard while driving a herd of oxen in 1888, what would you do? [Kill the largest, gut it, and crawl inside. The cowhand survived but had to be helped out of his shelter because the hide froze.] 2. If you’re the pastor of a church today needing to raise revenue, and your church has a steeple, what do you do? [Rent the steeple to a wireless company; one Massachusetts church earned $74,000/yr. in 2006.] 3.0If you were Booker T. Washington in 1880 and wanted to build a university, what did you do if you had no bricks? [Hock your gold pocket watch, buy a kiln, and bake the first bricks for Tuskegee University.] In each case, I’ll describe a real predicament that someone faced or is facing; I’ll then ask for solutions from the audience, and then I’ll briefly describe what really happened. If anything said reminds someone of something similar, all the better. There are few deaf ears at OLLI. This free OLLI lecture/discussion should last about an hour.
Free but registration is required; call 864-633-5242 to register.
Summer Open House
Friday, May 2
12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Cheezem Education Center
Curious about OLLI? Stop by our drop-in style event! Meet the OLLI team, explore a preview of exciting summer courses, and check out the fabulous Spring Fling silent auction prizes. You can also become a member or grab your Spring Fling tickets on the spot! Whether you're already part of the OLLI community or thinking about joining, we’d love to see you there!
Long Distance Grandparenting - Keeping the Connection Alive
Tuesday, May 6
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cheezem Education Center
Becoming a grandparent is a joyous occasion as we usher in a new generation to our family. Depending on our proximity to our grandchild, it can present its own set of challenges. Let us gather together and share creative ideas to keep that connection alive.
Free but registration is required; call 864-633-5242 to register.
Tech Talks
2nd Thursday of Each Month
- April 10
- May 8
- June 12
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cheezem Education Center
Have questions about your phone, tablet, laptop or other electronic device? Make a 30-minute appointment with a Pickens County Outreach Librarian for basic troubleshooting assistance.
Free but an appointment is required; call 864-633-5242 to make an appointment.
Stop the Bleed
Thursday, May 15
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cheezem Education Center
The number one cause of preventable death after injury is bleeding. This “Stop the Bleed” program is a life-saving educational initiative designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to respond effectively in the critical minutes following a traumatic injury. “Stop the Bleed” isn’t just a program; it’s a movement that empowers you with essential bleeding control techniques. If you have a qualifying medical background, join us to register to become an instructor, taking this life-saving information back to your workplaces and community to teach and train others.
Meredith Wood, is the Upstate Region Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Specialist for the DPH, in the Bureau of Emergency Preparedness and Response (BEPR). She has a B.A. in Sociology, a background in Respiratory Therapy, and is certified as a Stop the Bleed instructor. The MRC is a national volunteer program with specific training for preparation to respond during disasters and non-emergency public health activities and to assist in educating the community we live in. It is made up of medical and non-medical volunteers. Meredith will teach the course and then, with assistance from other MRC Volunteers, have the hands-on skills check-off afterward for certification.
Free but registration is required; call 864-633-5242 to register.
Spring Fling II
Sunday, May 18, 2025
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Clemson Outdoor Lab
Support the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Clemson with this exciting fundraising event!
Join us at the Clemson Outdoor Lab for an unforgettable afternoon featuring:
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Live music to set the mood
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A silent auction and teacup raffle with exciting prizes
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A lively dessert auction for your sweet tooth
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Fun lawn games
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Light refreshments to enjoy throughout the event
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to support OLLI while enjoying an afternoon of entertainment and community!
Click here to purchase your tickets today!
AnMed Health Series: Aortic Aneurisms Can Develop Without Symptoms
Wednesday, May 21
11:00 a.m.
Cheezem Education Center
Aortic aneurysms are are bulges in weak spots of the aorta, the largest artery in your body. They are more common in men and become increasingly common with older age. Some people have them and don’t even know it. If they rupture, though, they can be life-threatening. Learn what to know and do from Dr. John Muhonen II of Anmed Vascular Surgery.
Free but registration is required; call 864-633-5242 to register.
AnMed Health Series: Respiratory Diseases Require Expert Attention
Wednesday, June 11
11:00 a.m.
Cheezem Education Center
Respiratory diseases can become more prevalent in adults over age 55. Learn what you should know, what you should consider, and what you can do if you’re having trouble from Dr. Megan McClam of AnMed Pulmonary &
Sleep Medicine.
Free but registration is required; call 864-633-5242 to register.
Medicare 101 – Get The Facts
Wednesday, June 11
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cheezem Education Center
Are you or a loved one turning 65 and getting ready to sign up for Medicare? Are you already on Medicare and would like to learn more about your Medicare options? Wondering how to find your way through the maze of Medicare? Medicare Assurance Group, LLC invites you to attend this course to learn more about Medicare and your health plan options. During our Medicare 101 session you will learn the differences between Medicare and other health coverage, what Original Medicare is and are other options including whether original Medicare is enough health coverage; what Medicare Parts A, B,
C & D include prescriptions covered; how much coverage costs and deadlines to enroll. This class is designed to be an informational seminar with ample opportunity for individual questions.
Lauren Hawkins, a native of South Carolina, graduated Magna Cum Laude from Augusta University with a bachelor’s degree in health services. As a licensed, independent insurance broker, Lauren is passionate about helping others and has a special interest in the Medicare arena of healthcare. Lauren holds her Department of Insurance (DOI) Health Insurance license in South Carolina, Georgia and Connecticut. Kim McGuire is the co-founder and principal of Medicare Assurance Group. She has more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare field. Kim holds a bachelor’s degree in health administration from Quinnipiac University and master’s degree in public administration with concentration on health policy and management from New York University. In addition, Kim is currently pursuing a doctorate in Business Administration specializing in Health Care Administration from Northcentral University.
Free but registration is required; call 864-633-5242 to register.