Elder Audience » Education/Instruction http://www.elderaudience.com Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:10:49 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 America’s Hub World Tours http://www.elderaudience.com/americas-hub-world-tours/ http://www.elderaudience.com/americas-hub-world-tours/#comments Tue, 27 Dec 2011 23:03:00 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=11453 Let’s have some fun while learning about  Oregon past, present and future! From the spectacular waterfalls of the Columbia River Gorge to Mt.Hood; from the Oregon Coast to Mt St. Helens to Oregon Gardens; from Oregon Wine Tasting to the Oregon Brew Pubs, you can count on America’s Hub World Tours for outstanding experiences.

SPECIAL ELDERAUDIENCE DISCOUNT! America’s Hub World Tours is pleased to offer a select group of tours to Elderaudience at a 20% discount. In order to receive the discount, all reservations must be received via phone or online booking, using discount code “AHWT“. For more information, please call (503)896-2464.

Phone: (503)896-2464

Email: info@hubworldtravel.com

Website: http://www.americashubworldtours.com

 

 

]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/americas-hub-world-tours/feed/ 0 Ray Brown, “A Son of Liberty”–US History Presenter http://www.elderaudience.com/ray-brown-son-of-liberty/ http://www.elderaudience.com/ray-brown-son-of-liberty/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 23:25:08 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=11258 As a retired history teacher, I give presentations on the Declaration of Independence, forming of the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights while dressed in period-correct colonial attire. In addition, I recently completed a cross-country walk from Florence, Oregon to Atlantic City to help raise an awareness for the importance of studying American history and the Constitution. This tale is a popular story of patriotism, hope, and perseverance.

Although I am based in Eugene, I travel widely!

Words of praise for Ray Brown: “We invited Mr. Brown to speak about his Walk Across America.  His presentation was polished and professional.  As a former teacher, Ray has no trouble with public speaking.  His material is interesting and entertaining with a touch of humor.  Our residents were very glad they attended and had lots of questions.  I use the Elderaudience site often to look for entertainment for our facility and I feel that Ray Brown would be an excellent fit for the site.  I recommend him highly.” Sincerely, J. Baker, Activities Director, Eugene Abbey

“The residents of Sheldon Oaks thoroughly enjoyed Ray Brown’s presentation  of his Walk Across America. Ray is an engaging speaker and had many great  visuals including the slideshow, maps, flags and costume. The presentation
 tied together his passion for history, his physical & emotion journey and  the stories of the kindnesses of people he met along the way. It was an  extremely moving and interesting presentation. Immediately after, I had  residents asking when we were going to have him back to speak. We plan on  having Ray back very soon. ” Sarah C., Enrichment Coordinator, Sheldon Oaks

 

Phone: (541)684-9792

Email : sonoflibertywalk@gmail.com

Website: sonoflibertywalk.blogspot.com

Samples from presentations:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXsuqKPKDGY (recitation Declaration of Independence)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJhntHGred8 (presentation re: walking across America)

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I perform and teach classical guitar, specializing in South American music. In addition to maintaining a private studio,I teach at Reed College and Oregon Episcopal School. For three years, I headed Classical Guitar studies at Lewis and Clark College. I have lived, studied and performed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where I worked with many celebrated teachers including Fabio Nin and Maria Lucia. And, I have performed in 6 countries and across the United States. In collaboration with a percussionist, I  recently released an album, Brasileirinho!

I enjoy performing both in recital as well as background music–plus, I offer interactive classical guitar presentations, where we discuss music and composers, and listen to pieces in an informal and conversational manner. Please listen to a music sample below, then contact me for more information about a program at your facility or event in the PORTLAND/VANCOUVER area!

 

Phone: Note new phone number(503)891-9878

Email : allen@allenmathews.com

Website : www.allenmathews.com

Music Samples:

http://www.allenmathews.com/page7.php

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99zgc9MLF9&feature=related

Words of praise for Allen Mathews:

“Thank you so very much for a fascinating presentation last Saturday at Oasis. The attendees really enjoyed your casual and informative description of the classical guitar and the composers. It seems you could have gone on for a longer time with everyone concentrating and attending to your playing. We look forward to having you return in April. Again, thank you Allen.” Joyce Hopps, Program Assistant, OASIS Portland

“I was completely bowled over by Allen Mathews…. His artistry is amazing…incredibly fluent and sensitive playing…” Maxine Frost, KING FM, Seattle

 

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Angel earned her PhD, and held executive positions at corporations and in academia. She now resides in Lake Oswego.

Invite Angel to share stories and reflections of her time in Southeast Asia and at “Angel’s Truck Stop”. She is based in the Portland area, but will travel beyond the Portland/Vancouver area  (travel expenses apply).

Contact: Angelica “Angel” Pilato

Phone: (503)754-7334

Email: angelpilato@yahoo.com

Website: angels-truckstop.com

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**DAY TOURS       **SENIOR FIELD TRIPS 

 **WILDLIFE VIEWING      **SCENIC DRIVES

Our Signature Tours include:

WATERFALLS TO WILDFLOWERS: Our signature day tour to enjoy the beautiful Columbia River Gorge from its Waterfalls to Wild Flowers.

GORGE GEOLOGY TOURS: We’ll take you on a trip through time with a knowledgeable guide. This tour shows off the beauty of the Columbia Gorge with a fun, educational, geological twist. You will learn a lot while having a great time! (Geology tours around the Portland Metro region too!)

SENIOR DAY TRIPS/FIELD TRIPS: Join us for fun, relaxing day trips to view wildlife and wild flowers, enjoy the beautiful Oregon countryside, attend events and enjoy the company of other seniors on the go!

Talk to us about our many OPTIONS!

  • Full day or Half day Tours
  • Plenty of destinations
  • We can even design a tour around your specific interests

Our tours are all inclusive: You’ll have an experienced and engaging guide,  snacks, water and lunch (full day tours only), as well as transportation! OR, if you already have your own coaches and driver, let us help you plan your day or provide one of our many tours. This is an inexpensive alternative that still includes lunch, water, snacks and a guide! NEW! Personal tours for 1-3 people  – Great for those that just want to wander with a few friends but don’t want to drive themselves or have access to a car.

**If you have a guaranteed 25-30 passengers, you’ll receive a discounted per person rate!

This is just a sample of what we offer. For more information check out our website and contact us with any questions!

Contact: Darcie Hildreth

Phone: (503)709-8458

Email: getoutoftown@yahoo.com

Website: getoutoftowntours.com

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Please check out our website for more information!

Locations around Vancouver, Washington

 

Phone : (360)992-2163

Email : tkelly@clark.edu

Website: www.clark.edu/cce

]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/clark-college-mature-learning-program/feed/ 0 Nora Martin Janik–My Early Years in Hollywood as an Actress and Singer! http://www.elderaudience.com/nora-martin-janik-my-early-years-in-hollywood-as-an-actress-and-singer/ http://www.elderaudience.com/nora-martin-janik-my-early-years-in-hollywood-as-an-actress-and-singer/#comments Sat, 16 Jul 2011 21:11:15 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=9091 Invite me to share my recollections of early life in Hollywood before and during WWII. I was “discovered” by Eddie Cantor, made movies with Roy Rogers and Gene Autrey, and sang with some of the most well known orchestras of the time–Paul Whitman, David Rose, Mark Warner, etc. I also sang with the great Les Paul, and helped raise millions of dollars in War Bonds. I am now 90, and though I no longer sing, I do love to speak about those early days, show you photos and memorabilia, and let you hear recordings of my songs that have been made into a CD! My program is free, but if you would like to purchase a CD, all proceeds will go to scholarships for women through the P.E.O., a philanthropic organization providing scholarships, grants, awards, and loans to motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. http://www.peooregon.org/

I am available to visit your facility or event in the Portland/Vancouver area.

Contact: Marie Forrester (Nora’s friend and fellow P.E.O. member)

Phone: (503)516-9439

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ActivityConnection.com is appropriate for all settings – Senior Centers, Retirement Communities, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Adult Day, Alzheimer’s, and Skilled Nursing Facilities. Our materials give Activity Directors ready-to-go activities that will entertain, challenge the mind, and lift the spirits of seniors. With more than 35 sections updated each month and hundreds of fresh activities for all ability levels, Activity Directors will find a wealth of fun and healthful activities to engage their seniors.

Click here to learn about ACTIVITY CONNECTION.com! http://www.activityconnection.com

]]> http://www.elderaudience.com/activity-connection/feed/ 0 Wellness by Nature’s Design, with Tara Hicks http://www.elderaudience.com/wellness-by-natures-design-with-tara-hicks-3/ http://www.elderaudience.com/wellness-by-natures-design-with-tara-hicks-3/#comments Fri, 15 Apr 2011 06:20:06 +0000 pam http://www.elderaudience.com/?p=7803 Therapeutic horticulture is the purposeful use of plants and meaningful plant-related activities to promote health and well-being for individuals and groups. It offers a wide variety of benefits, and can occur indoors or outdoors throughout the seasons. It comes in many formats, including activities, crafts, observation, and direct contact with plants and natural materials. Therapeutic horticulture is beneficial for anyone and everyone. Programs are tailored to fit the needs of the client. Needs, interests, and abilities are considered and adaptive strategies are used to accomplish goals.

Wellness by Nature’s Design – Promoting health and wellness in self and surroundings.

Services:

~ Group sessions

~ One-on-one sessions

~ Activity packets

~ Year-round programming

~ Consulting

~ Garden design and maintenance

~ Community inclusion in a public garden setting

~ Guidance with growing food

~ Teaching adaptive strategies

~Other needs? Please inquire.

Tara is an Oregon native and graduated from the University of Oregon with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture in 2006.  She completed the Horticultural Therapy certificate program through Legacy Health System in 2008. In 2010 she became a Registered Horticulture Therapist through the American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA). Tara is also a certified Activity Director, Master Gardener, and board member for the Friends of the Portland Memory Garden. She currently leads Garden Clubs at several senior communities and maintains therapeutic gardens at Legacy Emanuel and Good Samaritan Hospitals. Wellness by Nature’s Design offers a free initial consultation at your facility to discuss program possibilities.

Please visit our website for more information and photos!

 

Contact: Tara Hicks

Phone: (971)678-5111

Email: hicks.tara@gmail.com

Website: www.wellnessbynaturesdesign.com

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We are a Delta Society Affiliate group who provide Handler/Dog visiting teams. Invite us to bring our therapy dogs to your facility on the Oregon Coast!

(Neskowin to Florence)

 

Phone: (541)444-2950

Email: octa@peak.org

Website: oregoncoasttherapyanimals.org

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