MILES
BEDFORD • LOWELL
MIDDLESEX INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG EDUCATION FOR SENIORS
M.I.L.E.S. offers:
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Intellectual stimulation, interaction and friendship for older adults
Daytime courses without term papers, tests or grades
Enrollment in as many classes as you want to take for $95
Personalized fitness program and free use of the MCC Fitness Center
To register for M.I.L.E.S., call 1-800-818-3434 or walk-in:
Enrollment Center, Rm. 118 l Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
To learn more, call Lauren Ellis at 781-280-3669 or visit www.middlesex.mass.edu/MILES
MILES
MIDDLESEX INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG EDUCATION FOR SENIORS
Middlesex Community College
591 Springs Road
Bedford, MA 01730-1197
MILES is an Affiliate of the Elderhostel Institute Network
“Education in not preparation for life; education is life itself” -John Dewey
MILES
MIDDLESEX INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG EDUCATION FOR SENIORS
Spring 2017 Opening Session
2 to 4 p.m. • Thursday, March 23, 2017
Middlesex Community College • Café East
Campus Center, Building 8
591 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 01730
KEY NOTE SPEAKER
Stephen O’Connor,
local author
Stephen O’Connor is a native of Lowell, where
much of his writing is set. He is the author of
Smokestack Lightning, a collection of short
stories, and the novels The Spy in the City of
Books, and The Witch at Rivermouth. His short
stories have appeared in The Massachusetts
Review, The Houston Literary Review, Aethlon,
Sobotka Literary Magazine, and elsewhere.
His short story “Work, Music and Love” recently
won the Helen Literary Award, while “St. Lucy’s
Day” received honorable mention in a short
story contest in the British journal, Open Road Review. He lives in Lowell with his wife Olga, and is
currently at work on a comic novel tentatively entitled This Is No Time to Quit Drinking.
FREE and open to the public.
Questions: Call Lauren Ellis at 781-280-3669 or email [email protected]
MONDAY CLASSES:
SPRING HAS SPRUNG FLORAL ARRANGEMENT
FILM SERIES: STRONG WOMEN
Movies from their origin have been
dominated by men. From studio
heads to producers to filmmakers,
the world of film is seen mainly
through a man’s perspective.
We’ll be viewing Mae West in I’m No Angel, 1939;
Rosalind Russell in His Girl Friday, 1940; Joan
Crawford in Mildred Pierce, 1945; Katharine
Hepburn in Adam’s Rib, 1949; and Bette Davis in
All about Eve, 1950.
Presenter: Stan Hitron, retired MCC faculty
MIL 601 30 MIL 601 31
MIL 601 32
MIL 601 33
MIL 601 34
March 27
April 3
April 10
April 24
May 1
2 - 4 p.m.
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2 - 4 p.m.
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TUESDAY CLASSES:
Presenter: Ellen Malloy from Circle Home, Inc.
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-114
BEGINNING GENEALOGY AND MORE
A trio of local genealogists will
discuss different aspects of
genealogy, for the beginner and
intermediate genealogists. Dave
Welsh will address family research;
Bob Oliphant will discuss federal census records
and will describe how to do foreign language
genealogy and Patti Mason will discuss the sources
available on the internet, as well as some lesserused sources.
Presenters: Patti Mason, Dave Welsh & Bob Oliphant
from Cameron Senior Center
MIL 608 30
April 4
2 - 4 p.m.
MIL 688 30
April 11
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-220
INTRODUCTION TO ASTROLOGY
Join us for this session that will introduce students
to the basics of astrology. Chris Flisher is a
practicing astrologer with a lifetime of interest and
study on the subject. He is the host of a nationallybroadcast radio talk show about astrology called
Turning of the Wheel.
Visit www.chrisflisher.com for more information.
MIL 692 30
Join us for a screening and discussion of the PBS
Frontline documentary Being Mortal. The film
follows Dr. Gawande as he shares stories from the
people and families he encounters, including his
own father. After the screening, we’ll talk about
actions you can take to communicate your health
care decisions. Watch a trailer here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRkr09ZMI3w
March 28
Presenter: Cindy Mattson from Given Erwin Florist
Presenter: Chris Flisher from Turning of the Wheel
PBS FRONTLINE DOCUMENTARY,
BEING MORTAL
MIL 691 30
Daffodils, tulips and other flowers
are joyful harbingers of the season.
Just in time for spring and Easter,
learn tips for how to best care
for these fresh flowers that you
will arrange and take home. Enjoy learning while
you make something beautiful and you’ll get the
bragging rights for doing it yourself. All materials
are included.
HH-114
April 18
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-114
MASS DOT REGISTRY OF MOTOR VEHICLES TO
PRESENT SHIFTING GEARS Michele Ellicks, community
outreach coordinator, will present
Shifting Gears - a safe driving
workshop that covers issues facing
older drivers. The program looks
at age and how it affects driving and discusses the
most common collisions for older drivers. Portions
of the program have been featured on WCVB-TV’s
Chronicle as well as in the Boston Globe, Patriot
Ledger, and Springfield Union News.
Presenter: Michele Ellicks from MASS Department of
Transportation, Registry of Motor Vehicles
MIL 678 30
April 25
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-114
SMARTPHONE TECHNOLOGY 101
If you have a smartphone or a tablet
and want to know how smart your
device is then this 2-hour session is
for you. Smartphones these days are
powerful tools that go far beyond
simply placing phone calls. If you have questions
like What’s an app?, or Why does my battery run out
so quickly? we can help you with these questions
and more in this session!
Presenter: Pramod Bhardwaj, MCC Staff
MIL 690 30
May 2
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-114
WEDNESDAY CLASSES:
MAINTAINING FRIENDSHIP WHEN
A FRIEND HAS DEMENTIA
Dementia is a devastating disease with huge
impacts for family, friends, and communities.
Whether diagnosed in the mid-stages of the disease
or as early-onset Alzheimer’s, many individuals fear
the isolation of potentially losing their friends, jobs,
and connection to the life they once knew.
For the friends of those who have been diagnosed
there is a lot of fear too. Will their friendship
become a one-way relationship? How do you now
treat this person who you care about deeply?
Learn a few tips for how to maintain friendships
and support people you care about through their
diagnosis and journey with dementia.
Presenter: Jennifer Quinn, Owner, ComForCare Home Care
MIL 696 30
March 29
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-210
TOXINS IN OUR ENVIRONMENT
Did you know Europe bans over 1,300 harmful
chemicals from personal care products? The U.S.
bans 11! Learn how to be an ingredient detective
and make safer product choices in personal care
and home products for yourself and your family.
Fun and interactive class.
Presenters: Shirley Smith & Maria Murphy
from Pure Haven Essentials
MIL 685 30
April 5
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-210
LOCAL ART MUSEUMS:
ADDISON, HILL-STEAD AND GARDNER Learn about some of the fantastic art museums
in New England. This session will focus on three:
Addison Gallery of Art in Andover, Hill-Stead
Museum in Connecticut, and the Isabella Stewart
Gardner Museum in Boston. We will explore the
history and highlights of each museum.
Presenter: Jennifer Aradhya, MCC Director of
Marketing Communications
MIL 668 30
April 12
2 - 3:30 p.m.
refurbished the building and it was opened as a
Designer Showhouse.
Address: John Nesmith House, 229 Andover Street,
Lowell, MA
Directions: https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/
historic/nesmith/direction.aspx
Presenter: Maureen Spinney, Historic Homes Director
MIL 693 30
April 19
2 - 4 p.m.
John Nesmith House
POETIC INTERLUDE
Join us for a sampling of America’s
favorite lyrical poems. No need to
prepare, and no quizzes to take.
Just sit back - close your eyes if you
like - and join with the poets telling
wonderful stories. Poems will include some you
loved years ago and others you may not know but
will be happy you learned about.
Presenter: Terrence Downes, MCC Executive Director,
Homeland Security
MIL 672 30
April 26
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-210
HERE COME THE HOLLYWOOD
COMIC BOOK HEROES!
Take a walk through three-quarters of a century
of adapting comics to the big screen with a selfprofessed - and proud - comic-book geek. Get
ready to talk all things Batman (including of course
the infamous 1966 halcyon TV days of POW and
BAM), Dick Tracy, Spider-Man, and more, as we peel
back the curtains on Hollywood’s burgeoning comic
book empire. (BYOP: Bring your own popcorn.)
Presenter: Patrick Cook, MCC Executive Director Public Affairs
MIL 695 30
May 3
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-116
THURSDAY CLASSES:
TEACHING AND EDUCATION POLICY
HH-210
MCC JOHN NESMITH HOUSE TOUR
The John Nesmith House reflects
the splendor of an era when Lowell
was home to some of America’s first
captains of industry. Today, Nesmith
House is owned by the Middlesex
Community College Foundation. In 1994, the
residence was restored to its former grandeur,
when more than 30 interior and landscape designers
This course explores contemporary issues in
education policy through the lens of teachers
and students. We will examine the challenges
facing students in public schools and the teaching
methodologies that seek to meet their needs.
We will then use this understanding to unpack
complicated issues in education policy, such as
school choice, accountability, and funding.
Presenter: Charles Jabour, Musical Director,
Somerville Public Schools
MIL 686 30
March 30
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-114
A CHALLENGE TO CIVILIZATION –
THE SCIENCE, POLITICS, AND ECONOMICS
OF CLIMATE CHANGE
CAMBODIA IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
This talk will cover some basic
science about climate change and
then examine the politics around an
issue that seems to be controversial
only in the U.S. We will conclude
by exploring the economics of renewable energy
sources and green technologies to see whether there
is any hope for this fundamental challenge to the
future of human civilization.
Since the liberation of 1979,
Cambodia’s economy has
undergone a gradual transformation
from centrally planned to marketbased economy, making significant
progress from extreme poverty to a lower-middle
income country and to the next Asia’s Tiger
economy. This lecture starts with a brief overview of
the economic history of Cambodia, followed by the
discussion of major factors that integrate Cambodia
with the global economy.
Presenter: Professor Robert Kaulfuss, MCC faculty
Presenter: Dr. Reth Soeng, MCC Fulbright Scholar in Residence
MIL 687 30
April 6
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-114
MIL 694 30
May 4
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-114
GET MOVING AND CHILL OUT!
Participants will experience a handson workshop that is as physical as it
is mindful. Enjoy camaraderie and
work up a sweat with a light warmup followed by an introduction to
circuit training. You will leave refreshed, energized,
and stronger than when you arrived! Note: Bring
water, wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. As
with all physical activity, confirm with your doctor
before registering.
Presenter: Tiffany Laudano, MCC Center for Health and Wellness
MIL 673 30
April 13
2 - 4 p.m. NA-G2 EXPLORING ALASKA – PART 1
We will begin our Alaska adventure in Skagway,
we’ll learn about the Yukon gold rush of 1897
and the famous Chilkoot Trail. Next, we will visit
Fairbanks and Anchorage. We will hike through the
magnificent scenery of Denali National Park. Lastly,
we will see glaciers and wildlife during a cruise
through Kenai Fjords National Park.
Presenter: Ron Reynolds, MILES Member
MIL 661 30
April 20
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-114
EXPLORING ALASKA – PART 2
First, we will travel back in time to visit Sitka, the
Russian capital of Alaska. After visiting the state
capital, Juneau, we will move on to Glacier Bay
National Park. Next, we will visit three national
parks: Wrangell–St. Elias National Park, Katmai
National, and lastly, Lake Clark National Park to see
the Richard Proenneke historic site.
Presenter: Ron Reynolds, MILES Member
MIL 661 31
April 27
2 - 4 p.m.
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Art Exploration Seminars with
Creative Artist, Jennifer Aradhya!
Note: These classes are separate from the
MILES program and are offered on a Friday
in Bedford.
To enroll call 1-800-818-3434
ARTIST HENRI MATISSE
A master of 20th century Modernism, the
artistic career of Henri Matisse (1869 1954) proves his boundless creativity and
energy. This seminar presents an overview
of Henri Matisse’s life and art, beginning
with his powerful Fauvist work. Matisse’s
style continued to change and evolve, as
we see his subject matter gravitate around
the female form, leading to his mature style
focusing purely on color and form. Matisse’s
experimentation with reduction of space and
simplification of form, set the stage for the
incredible Cut-Outs series. $29
PER 774 30
March 24
2 - 4 p.m.
HH-112
ARTIST VINCENT VAN GOGH
Vincent Willem van Gogh was a Dutch PostImpressionist painter who is among the most
famous and influential figures in the history
of Western art. This seminar presents an
overview of Van Gogh’s life and art. His work
is characterized by bold, symbolic colors, and
dramatic, impulsive and highly expressive
brushwork that contributed to the foundations
of modern art. $29
PER 780 30
April 28 2 - 4 p.m.
HH-112
MIL 616.30 COFFEE AND CONVERSATION WITH LAUREN OF THE MILES PROGRAM
Join us for this end of the semester gathering. On 05/10/17 we will gather to
debrief the MILES semester. We will talk about courses you liked, what could
be improved and ideas for the future. We will provide refreshments. There is
no registration fee for this discussion but please RSVP to Lauren at 781-2803669 so we know how many to expect.
One meeting, Wednesday, May 10, 2017
2 - 3:30 p.m. Location HH-116
MIL 689.33 MRT Showing of My 80-Year-Old Boyfriend
Join us for a matinée show on Saturday, May 6th at 4 p.m.
MY 80-YEAR-OLD BOYFRIEND
Book and lyrics by Christian Duhamel
Music and lyrics by Edward Bell
Conceived and performed by Charissa Bertels
Directed by Sean Daniels
A WORLD PREMIERE MUSICAL
Time goes fast. Say “Yes.” In this delightful new musical,
Charissa, a quirky, twenty-something actress, meets Robert, a
quick-witted, eighty-something millionaire who loves Schubert, Shakespeare, and
Dallas BBQ. From a chance encounter to the unlikeliest of friendships, Charissa
discovers there’s much she can learn from her surprising new companion.
Based on the true story of performer Charissa Bertels, My 80-Year-Old Boyfriend
reveals the thrill of chasing a dream, the power of living in the now, and all
that can happen when we let ourselves say “yes.”
All MILES members should register with the college by registering for MIL 689 33.
TICKETS WILL BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR FOR $35
Time of show: 7:30 p.m.
Payment is due the day of the show at the Merrimack Repertory Theater,
50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA. This special presentation is a separate fee
and does not count towards the $95 membership fee.
BEDFORD • LOWELL
Please register with MCC so we will
have an accurate count of attendees.
SPRING 2017 MILES REGISTRATION FORM
Register for each course individually for a $15 per class fee with a maximum fee of $95 for the semester.
Please print:
Last Name
First Name
MI
City
State
Zip + 4
(Area code)
Day Phone Number
Ext.
(Area code)
Evening Phone Number
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Street Number and Name
Email address
Date
MONDAY CLASSES
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
COURSECRS#
MIL 601 30
MIL 601 31
MIL 601 32
MIL 601 33
MIL 601 34
COURSECRS#
MIL 696 30
MIL 685 30
MIL 668 30
MIL 693 30
MIL 672 30
MIL 695 30
❑❑Film Series: Strong Women
❑❑Film Series: Strong Women
❑❑Film Series: Strong Women
❑❑Film Series: Strong Women
❑❑Film Series: Strong Women
❑❑Maintaining Friendship When a Friend has Dementia
❑❑Toxins in Our Environment
❑❑Local Art Museums: Addison, Hill-Stead, Gardner
❑❑MCC John Nesmith House Tour
❑❑Poetic Interlude
❑❑Here Come the Hollywood Comic Book Heroes
TUESDAY CLASSES
THURSDAY CLASSES
COURSECRS#
❑❑PBS Frontline Documentary, Being Mortal
MIL 691 30
❑❑Beginning Genealogy
MIL 608 30
❑❑Spring has Sprung Floral Arrangement
MIL 688 30
❑❑Introductions to Astrology
MIL 692 30
❑❑Mass DOT Reg. of Motor Vehicles, Shifting Gears MIL 678 30
❑❑Smartphone Technology 101
MIL 690 30
COURSECRS#
MIL 686 30
❑❑Teaching and Education Policy
❑❑A Challenge to Civilization - The Science, Politics
and Economics of Climate Change
❑❑Get Moving and Chill Out
❑❑Exploring Alaska - Part 1
❑❑Exploring Alaska - Part 2
❑❑Cambodia in the Global Economy
MIL 687 30
MIL 673 30
MIL 661 30
MIL 661 31
MIL 694 30
❑❑My 80-Year-Old Boyfriend, Play at MRT
MIL 689 33
ALL CLASSES TAKE PLACE FROM 2 TO 4 P.M. UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
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MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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Melodies Through Ages and Places:
Music for Solo Guitar, and
Two Guitars and Tenor
MCC faculty member Raley Beggs, guitar, will be joined by
Austin Burns, tenor, and Jonas Kublickas, guitar and melodica,
for a concert of trios by Samuel Barber, Charles Ives, Cole
Porter, and songs from the Traditional American Songbook.
Beggs will also perform solo guitar pieces by Francesco da
Milano, Enrique Granados and Claude Debussy.
8 p.m. • Friday, March 31
MCC Concert Hall • Bedford campus
MCC Composers Concert
New works by music faculty members Richard Chowenhill,
David Janssen, Todd Kitchen and Aaron Rosenberg will
be performed.
7 p.m. Sunday, • April 23
MCC Concert • Hall Bedford campus
All Concerts are Free &
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Exploring LGBT Issues
Through Music
MCC faculty member Anna Ward, soprano, will be joined by
Rudy Giron, countertenor, Drew Ricciardi, viola, and Elaine
Rombola, piano, for a program that reflects LGBT issues
through music from the 1600s until today.
Featured will be vocal duets by Claudio Monteverdi, arias by
George Frideric Handel, songs by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, a
song cycle by Juliana Hall set to poetry by Elizabeth Bishop and
Edna St. Vincent Millay, plus And The Barriers Had Vanished,
a song cycle for soprano and viola by Dominick DiOrio.
3 p.m. • Saturday, April 29
Federal Building, Assembly Room •
Lowell Campus
Co-sponsored by MCC’s Interdisciplinary Weekend: LGBT
MCC Student Recitals
Student Instrumentalists and Singers
12:30 p.m. • Monday, May 1
MCC Concert Hall • Bedford campus
Voice Students of Anna Ward and Guitar Students
of Raley Beggs
11:15 a.m. • Tuesday, May 2
Federal Building, Assembly Room •
Lowell campus
Questions:
Trios for Flute, Cello and Piano
Contact Carmen
Rodríguez-Peralta,
Director of A World of Music,
at 781-280-3923
or [email protected]
8 p.m. • Friday, May 12
MCC Concert Hall • Bedford campus
Jill Dreeben, flute, Renée Delgado, cello, and MCC faculty
member Carmen Rodríguez-Peralta, piano, will perform trios by
Carl Maria von Weber, Ned Rorem and John Kusiak, plus a new
work written for them by Pasquale Tassone.