Learning in Retirement Program releases fall schedule
Tabor College 60+ Learning in Retirement program will begin its fall semester Monday, Sept. 27, with Helen Beckham, a local Marion County Lake enthusiast. She will present "Monument to Posterity: Marion County Lake." Coffee will be served preceding the first meeting from 9:30 to 10 a.m. at Wohlgemuth Music Center.
Future sessions include:
Oct. 4: "From Aristocracy to Care Givers." Gregg Schroeder, Goessel, will explore the historical background and heroism of Russia's volunteer nurses, including those who provided care at the front of the Crimean War. Tona Leiker, chair of the Nursing Department at Tabor College Wichita, will also be in attendance.
Oct. 11: "Oh Worship the King Around the World." Lowell Ratzlaff, a videographer from Denver, Colo., will show an original DVD of China, Saigon, Paraguay and Ukraine. Palmer Becker will also respond to the proposed liquor-by-the-drink in Marion County that will appear on the November 2 ballot. Becker will share his "vote no" effort that defeated a similar proposal in Hesston.
Oct. 18: "A Special Concert by the Franz Family of Berryville, Ark." The Franz family grew up in Henderson, Neb., and went on to perform in Branson, Mo. The group will share gospel harmony with a touch of bluegrass. A love offering will be taken.
Oct. 25: "Leaving It To the Children: The Second Generation Takes Over the Homestead." Author Naomi Gaede Penner, Denver, Colo., finds humor in revisiting the Alaskan outpost where she was raised by medical missionary parents. Larry Nikkel, Tabor College president, will also share of events on the Tabor campus.
Nov. 1: "It's Not the Cherry On the Pudding." Internationally known, award-winning sculptor Esther Augsburger, Harrisonburg, Va., will share her philosophy of art as a Christian, her sculptures and her work with artists in developing countries.
Nov. 8: "A Merry Heart Does Good
Nov. 15: "Hershey's Gift to Our Family." Nathan Vogel, a second place finisher at the Hershey's track meet, and brother David, will show and tell highlights from their trip to Hershey, Pa., and points east. Their parents, Brad and Beverly, will fill in as needed.
Nov. 22: "Hospice: Stories of Care and Compassion." Social worker Betty Bachman, Hutchinson, and nurse Eleanor Franz, Wichita, will share their experiences. A time for questions will be provided. Jim Elliott, vice president for advancement at Tabor College, will also be introduced.
Dec. 6: "Annual Christmas Coffee and Carols." The 52-voice Sunshine Academy Choir, directed by Jewel Melugin, Wichita, will perform a cantata, "A Midnight Clear." Everyone is invited to bring refreshments.
Older adults are invited to attend these events. All sessions will be held in Tabor's Wohlgemuth Music Education Center every Monday morning from 10 to 11 a.m. Enrollment is $15 per person a semester, $27 per couple or $4 a session. First-time visitors will be admitted free of charge. An optional lunch for registrants is offered for $3.
For more information, contact Connie Isaac, coordinator, at 620-947-5964.
