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Learning in Retirement Schedule

Learning in Retirement Schedule – Spring ‘12 Series

Fridays at 9:50 a.m., Wohlgemuth Music Education Center

“Hear for I will speak noble things.” – Proverbs 8:6

February 24
Ready…Set…Change!
Change can be great…when you’re ready for it! As a former PK/MK who married a “ministry man,” Lori Walsh, Wichita, will share how she has happily spent her life following God’s calling into many new, sometimes surprising, adventures.

March 2
Give the Winds a Mighty Voice
Many of us remember when a Sunday couldn’t go by without listening to the Old Fashioned Revival Hour with Charles E. Fuller and Rudy Atwood. Lee and Di Suderman and Stephen Vincent will take us back to those wonderful days with music and story.

March 9
My Aunt’s 11 Years in Siberian Forced Labor
Suffering received a new face when thousands of Germans caught in the aftermath of World War II were shipped like cattle into exile to face hunger, frigid cold and religious restriction. Author, Katie Funk Wiebe, Wichita, will share. David Brown, leader.

March 16
Aprons: The Great American Cover-up
Susie Haver, Concordia, is known for delightful presentations. Today’s is guaranteed to trigger memories of growing up. Haver, ties singing, story-telling and “show and tell” into an entertaining, light-hearted program for men and women.

March 23
Biscuits and Bison: Exploring Kansas Food Heritage
Jane Marshall, an award winning food editor now at Kansas State Univ., will talk about the diverse cuisines found in Kansas including our own food heritage. If you wish to show Jane some of our unique ethnic foods, bring a small sample.

March 30
Successful Retirement and Healthy Aging
Phillip Miller, PhD, LP, is a licensed clinical psychologist who sees clients in the McPherson and Hillsboro offices of Prairie View. Based on his experience with older adults, we’re sure to be encouraged and come away with some helpful tips.

April 6, Good Friday, No Meeting

April 13
Zimbabwe: the Country and Its People
Longtime United Methodist Church pastor, Bob Priest, Marion County Lake, will report on his 2011 visit to this wild yet beautiful African country and its hardworking people. His projected digital slides will take us there!

April 20
What Everyone Should Know About Poverty
Denise Brown, motivational speaker and mother of Tabor College football standout Spencer Brown, will share how social class affects the way we perceive others (often incorrectly). What are the “hidden rules?” We’ll gain practical insights on how to reach out to others. Marilyn Jost, leader.

April 27
Year-end Coffee and Concert
While seated at tables, we’ll share fellowship and delicious rolls made by Dorene Thiessen. Then we’ll enjoy David Anderson’s selections on his dulcimer. Lastly, plan to have fun as game-show host, Ron Braun, leads our version of “Name that Tune.”

For more information contact:
Connie Isaac (620) 947-3121 xt 1212 or email at conniei@tabor.edu

View a few pictures.