Pierian Spring Academy - Adult Education in Sarasota, Florida

ARCHITECTURE & LANDSCAPE
S12AC01-E • Frank Lloyd Wright: The Man, The Myth, the Legacy
Explore the incredible life of America's greatest architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. His personal life was filled with scandal; touched by infidelity, arson and murder. His professional career showcased innovative designs as modern today as they were fifty years ago. His legacy continues to be his contribution to the everyday life of the average American. We will cover it all with lively discussion and beautiful photographs of his work
Tuesdays, February 21-March 27 (6 weeks)
12:00-2:00 pm
Eckerd College • A • $75 • M. Tlachac add to cart

S12AC02-A • Landscaping for Florida
Learn to create an environmentally friendly landscape, introduce native and Florida friendly plants into your existing landscape, and identify all the plants in your landscape. Learn correct planning, planting and pruning techniques. Plant tours to Historic Spanish Point, Sarasota Garden Club, local condominium grounds and a final class at a large plant nursery where plants can be purchased at a discount.
Wednesdays, February 22-March 28 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • N. Paul add to cart

ART
S12A01-A • The World's Earliest Artists
Starting with an introduction to our earliest ancestors, the unknown Ice Age artists who painted the walls of their caves, we will continue on to Egypt, one of the oldest, most powerful and technically accomplished cultures the world has ever known. The arts of Egypt are intricately connected with life and death, kingship, and the relationship between man and his gods. Together we will view and discuss the beliefs and artifacts of this amazing civilization.
Tuesdays, February 21-March 13 (4 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Argosy University • A4 • $55 • G. Hirshfeld add to cart

S12A02-E • Conception, Creation, Form, and Content: Looking at the Art of Our Time
Introduction to twentieth century art through museum exhibition lectures. Planned museum visits to Ringling, St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Naples museums. First and last session to be held at Eckerd College. The first class session will introduce the exhibitions; the final meeting will review our experiences. Dates and times of museum visits to be arranged at first class. Museum admission, lunch and transportation not included in class fee.
Wednesdays, February 22-March 28 (6 weeks)
10:00-12:00 pm
Eckerd College • A • $75 • P. Koenig add to cart

S12A03-S • From the Rag Business to the Museum Business: How an Art Museum Operates
Can an art museum be run like a business? A former businessman and college English major with no art history background proves it might be possible, especially if the museum's trustees want the institution to operate in the black.
Mondays, February 27-April 02 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Senior Friendship Center • Dwyer • $75 • M. Rousseau add to cart

EARTH & BEYOND
S12E01-A • Close Encounters of the Bird Kind (Sorry, this class is now closed.)
This course will share the joys of birding by teaching bird identification with hands-on adventures in the field. One classroom session will be followed by seven field trips to some of the best birding "hotspots" in Sarasota and the region. You will learn about the latest field guides, binoculars and birding etiquette. The course is scheduled so members may have an opportunity first to identify wintering birds and later, the migrating birds in the springtime. Field trips begin at 8:15 a.m.
Wednesdays, February 22-April 11 (8 weeks)
9:30-11:30 am
Argosy University • A2 • $100 • O. Comora

GOVERNMENT & POLITICS
S12G01-S • Rationing Humanitarianism: Case Studies in Human Rights
Examine human rights issues through a consideration of specific case studies of “crimes against humanity,” “political asylum,” and the application of what Franklin Roosevelt called the “Four Freedoms.”
Tuesdays, February 21-March 27 (6 weeks)
12:00-2:00 pm
Senior Friendship Center • Dwyer • $75 • M. Williams add to cart

S12G02-A • The Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights is the great gift of our founders. It is the foundation of individual liberty and freedom. We will examine how our rights have been interpreted, expanded and sometimes contracted since 1789.
Mondays, February 27-April 02 (6 weeks)
12:00-2:00 pm
Argosy University • A4 • $75 • M. Pheneger add to cart

HISTORY
S12H01-A • The History of African American Life in Sarasota
A historical review of the African American experience in Sarasota from the earliest settlement of the town to the present. The course is taught by a native son who is both a product of the experience and a contributor.
Tuesdays, February 21-March 27 (6 weeks)
9:30-11:30 am
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • J. Brown add to cart

S12H02-S • The Civil War: An Oxymoron - Part 2
Discussions will cover the home front, runners and raiders, history or Hollywood. Investigate why the South lost, the post-war problems and examine where we are, 150 years later. Students may attend this course without having attended Part 1.
Wednesdays, February 22-March 28 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Senior Friendship Center • Dwyer • $75 • G. Stassa add to cart

S12H03-A • Saintly Shepherds and Despicable Despots: The History of the Papacy (Sorry, this class is now closed.)
Explore the intriguing world of the papacy in terms of its 1st century origins, its evolution, and its prominent role on the stage of world history. We will take a close look at the personal lives and pontificates of some of its most illustrious and infamous incumbents.
Thursdays, February 23-March 29 (6 weeks)
12:00-2:00 pm
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • J. Johnson

S12H04-A • Irreconcilable Conflict: The American Indian Wars
For nearly 400 years, two mutually incompatible cultures waged a savage war across North America. This course will examine and follow the conflict chronologically and geographically from the Columbian moment to the inevitable conclusion at Wounded Knee.
Mondays, February 27-April 02 (6 weeks)
9:30-11:30 am
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • A. Grindal add to cart

HUMAN BODY & MIND
S12HB01-P • The Brain & Health Living: What are We Learning?
The symposium is a one-day event designed to separate myths from realities and provide research evidence that supports the importance of healthy life styles as we grow older. Each of the presenters will lend their expertise in neurobiology, cognitive development, and older adult learning and human development. Lunch provided.
March 02
9:30-3:30 pm
Plymouth Harbor • Pilgrim Hall • $50 • R. Carlson, A. Grindal, C. Smith add to cart

IDEAS & SPIRITUALITY
S12I01-S • Medical Ethics (Sorry, this course has been canceled.)
Advances in technology and changes in our culture have complicated choices we make medically from birth to end of life. Exploring these options can improve the quality of care and increase decision-making capabilities for both the individual and the larger community. (Class may meet March 21 instead of March 14).
Wednesdays, February 22-March 21 (5 weeks)
12:00-2:00 pm
Senior Friendship Center • Dwyer • $55 • M. Pickard

S12I02-A • Western World Religions: Part 2 - World View
Continue the exploration of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, turning to an examination of their key teachings concerning God, creation, the nature and destiny of human beings, and the path of spiritual transformation. Special attention will be given to their sources of commonality and difference. Students may attend this course without having attended Part 1.
Mondays, February 27-April 02 (6 weeks)
12:00-2:00 pm
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • J. Johnson add to cart

LANGUAGE
S12LA01-A • Kvetch Que C’Este?: Mamaloshen for the Yenta or the Maven
Yiddish listening, conversation, singing, and shmoozing. If you know ten words or a thousand, you will enjoy this cheerful and entertaining course that is taught in Yiddish and English. Multi-media presentations will be used to discuss Jewish History, family, health, and the pleasure of Kvetching.
Wednesdays, February 22-March 28 (6 weeks)
12:00-2:00 pm
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • B. Miller add to cart

LITERATURE
S12L01-A • Hamlet
An intensive review of this play and its history using media and lecture. Students must furnish a copy of the play and have read it prior to attending the class since emphasis will be placed on textual study. Beginners welcome.
Mondays, February 20-March 26 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • S. Isenberg add to cart

S12L02-S • Thomas Hardy's Women - Part 2
Though not all the major characters in Thomas Hardy’s fiction are women, the great English novelist was unusually sensitive to the vulnerable position of women in the late nineteenth century. We will read and consider closely Tess of the d’Urbervilles (1891) and Jude the Obscure (1895). Students may attend this course without having attended Part 1.
Tuesdays, February 21-March 27 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Senior Friendship Center • Dwyer • $75 • L. Blanchard add to cart

S12L03-P • Oscar Wilde: His World, His Writings, His Wit, His Woe
Reputation! Reputation! Oscar Wilde captured the approval of the Victorians for his imaginative plays and fiction. His personal behavior aroused their contempt, and punishment followed. Learn about the vicissitudes in this gifted man's life as we examine his literary creations.
Thursdays, February 23-March 29 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Plymouth Harbor • Pilgrim Hall • $75 • P. Jaffe add to cart

MUSIC
S12M01-P • Verdi and Shakespeare
Verdi's operatic masterpieces which are derived from Shakespeare plays are examined, with comparisons between the dramatic elements of the sung and spoken works, with an emphasis on guided listening and viewing of the parallel excerpts from the plays and operas. No class February 28th.
Tuesdays, February 21-April 03 (7 weeks)
9:30-11:30 am
Plymouth Harbor • Pilgrim Hall • $75 • J. Goodman add to cart

S12M02-A • Jazz in the 21st Century: Trends, Artists, Scenes
Who are the new stars of jazz? Where are the hot jazz scenes today? How are jazz education and the digital revolution affecting the future of jazz? We will explore these questions plus the state of jazz in Southwest Florida using video, recordings, websites, and special guests.
Thursdays, February 23-March 29 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Argosy University • A4 • $75 • H. Ettman add to cart

S12M03-A • For the Love of Classics: European Masters of the Turbulent 1800’s
Listen to Schubert, Mendelssohn, Chopin, and Liszt. Excursions into the biographies and historical circumstances affecting the creative process. Lots of music to hear and explore.
Thursdays, February 23-March 29 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • G. Zaritsky add to cart

SPECIALITY
S12S01-P • For Chocolate Lovers Only
An introduction to the world of chocolate: trends towards specialty dark chocolates; how they are processed, the role of small cocoa farmers and a final session on sensory tasting to challenge your palette.
Fridays, March 09-March 30 (4 weeks)
9:30-11:30 am
Plymouth Harbor • Pilgrim Hall • $55 • T. Weihe add to cart

SPORTS
S12SP01-E • The Evolution of Tennis
Curious about tennis? Explore the origins of this “sport for a lifetime” as we examine its social impact, historical highlights, and related technologies.
Mondays, March 05-March 26 (4 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Eckerd College • A • $55 • G. High add to cart

THEATER & FILM
S12TH01-P • Exploring Realities
Study, watch, and discuss Murnau’s Nosferatu, Dreyer’s The Passion of Joan of Arc, Rossellini’s Rome Open City , Fellini’s 8 1/2, Herzog’s Aguirre, the Wrath of God, Wenders’ Wings of Desire and their conflicting ideas of reality. No class February 28th.
Tuesdays, February 21-April 03 (7 weeks)
2:00-4:45 pm
Plymouth Harbor • Pilgrim Hall • $75 • J. Stith add to cart

S12TH02-A • New Waves in Cinema History
Discover great films and learn modern film history, one influential film director at a time. Learn about the post-1960’s national ‘film movements’ of the United States, China, Russia, Denmark, Iran and Romania with a weekly film screening and discussion.
Mondays, February 27-April 02 (6 weeks)
2:30-4:30 pm
Argosy University • A4 • $75 • K. Moon add to cart

WORLD
S12WL01-A • Southeast Asian Political Systems
Examine the political systems of the eleven countries of Southeast Asia from Myanmar to Timor Leste with emphasis on the post-independence period. Some history will be included in this exploration, which should further a general understanding of the region and enhance any anticipated visit.
Tuesdays, February 21-March 27 (6 weeks)
12:00-2:00 pm
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • P. Sarno add to cart

WRITING
S12W01-A • Got Stories?
Begin or continue writing your personal stories for yourself and family. Discussion of life experiences through the lenses of societal, historical and political contexts will lead to the writing of memoir or autobiography. Identification of generational markers will be used to guide discussions and the writing.
Thursdays, February 23-March 29 (6 weeks)
9:30-11:30 am
Argosy University • A2 • $75 • C. Smith add to cart

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