Join Oasis! History is filled with amazing tales of smoldering hatreds and sometimes lifelong animosities. There are conflicts whenever we find big egos – from politics to art, from family fights to Hollywood disputes including the war between the gossip queens, Louella Parsons and Hedda Hopper, and the fascinating feud between the powerful publisher, William Randolph Hearst and the genius Orson Welles.
Join Oasis! Goals shape your dreams, provide the clarity of what you need for achievement of each goal. In this class we will explore the steps in setting goals to achieve the goals you want.
Join Oasis! When did “Art” begin? Why did Art begin? How far back can we go in examining actual examples of what can be considered “Art?” This class will cover art over a span of thousands of years, while focusing on the earliest proof that early humans had a desire to create art. In addition, we will discuss the possible and probable reasons for the creation of “Art” and its lasting importance.
Join Oasis! Explore African American art from the 1980s to today, a period shaped by postmodern ideas and new forms of cultural expression. This session highlights artists whose work reflects identity, history, innovation, and contemporary social themes. Participants will view key examples from the postmodern era and are encouraged to join in discussion about the art, its context, and its ongoing influence.
Join Oasis! The Japanese culture has existed for thousands of years. Tokyo is the jewel of Asia. Once our enemy, Japan is now flourishing and a strong ally. At 12,000 feet, Mount Fuji’s exceptionally symmetrical cone is the near-mythical symbol of Japan. It is a must-do hike. “Everyone should climb Mount Fuji once; only a fool would climb it twice.”
Join Oasis! Explore death as a natural transition within life’s greater flow. Rooted in the perspective that consciousness underlies all existence, participants will consider death as a transformation—a return to source—rather than an end. Through reflections, guided meditations, teachings, and open conversation, attendees will examine how this view can ease fear, reframe grief, and deepen appreciation for life. Drawing insights from both science and spirituality, the program suggests that consciousness transcends the physical body. No prior knowledge is required—only curiosity and openness. Ultimately, this compassionate space encourages participants to face the mystery of death with presence and courage, finding peace, clarity, and love in the process.
Join Oasis!We know Ernest Hemingway for his love of bullfighting, drinking, and his groundbreaking writing style, but who was the man behind the legend? Discover the story of his first love that inspired one of his greatest novels, his globe-trotting career as a journalist, and why Hemingway remains one of the most celebrated American writers of all time.
Join Oasis! Chopin and Liszt are two super bright talents that shared common space in France. Chopin had immigrated from Poland. Liszt had arrived from Hungary. In Paris they settled…but using the above analogy, bright stars can be too close; there was drama! During this hour we can enjoy their exceptional gifts….concertos and nocturnes…ballads, etudes, and rhapsodies, and much more! You’re invited to enjoy it all!
Join Oasis! This class covers using your smartphone’s camera, setting up shots, exposure, and editing your photos. You will also learn about storing your photos either on the smartphone or in the cloud for either Android or iPhone.
Join Oasis for this class that covers using your smartphone’s camera, setting up shots, exposure, and editing your photos. You will also learn about storing your photos either on the smartphone or in the cloud for either Android or iPhone.
Join Oasis! From giant stone medicine wheels to standing stone calendars and enormous stone habitation structures, megalithic monuments have been found around the world. Most have been determined to be constructed during the last 10,000 years, however, some date even earlier to the last ice age. Rare inscriptions have been found which offer tantalizing clues to the architects of these amazing wonders. Enjoy a sampling of these fascinating sites in this lecture.
Join Oasis! This lecture takes you on a captivating journey to some of the world’s most enigmatic locations. From ancient ruins with unknown origins to modern-day phenomena that science has yet to explain, this exploration uncovers the strange and unexplained events that have baffled historians, scientists, and explorers for centuries. Get ready to dive deep into the legends, theories, and mysteries surrounding these destinations, and discover the strange occurrences that continue to puzzle us today.
