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CENTER FOR
LIFELONG LEARNING
Expanding minds across the Plateau
SUMMER 2022
Center for Lifelong Learning
2567 Cook Road
Crossville, TN 38571
https://roanestate.edu/CLL
cll.crossville@gmail.com
Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 2
INFORMATION ABOUT CLL
The Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) was re-launched in Fall 2019 by founding members Judy
Wade, Holly Hanson, and John Conrad. CLL seeks to provide an opportunity for all Cumberland
County residents and visitors to experience a supportive, community-based environment which
enriches the lives of adults, regardless of age, background, or educational level, through
continued learning.
CLL is sponsored by Roane State Community College (RSCC). RSCC provides classrooms and
administrative support to the program.
CLL programs are designed to reflect the interests of the community, and may include
classroom sessions, field work, local trips, or other activities. All presenters are volunteers who
are particularly passionate about their subject matter and wish to share their knowledge and
experience with others who are curious about the topic.
We are actively seeking suggestions for future classes as well as volunteer presenters!
CLL holds three semesters per calendar year, each typically lasting 4 to 8 weeks.
Term Begins
Spring March
Summer June
Fall October
—Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
—Registration remains open, as space allows, after the semester has begun.
--- 2022 SUMMER classes run MAY 31 to JULY 7.
—Check the course location in the catalog description carefully—some classes are held at a
location other than the Community Room at RSCC.
CLL members will register for classes via our automated online registration system. Anyone can
browse the class descriptions, but only users who have an account and have paid membership
fees may register for class(es).
Returning students who already have an account and have paid the membership fee for 2022
can log in and proceed directly to class registration. Otherwise, members must log in and pay
the $40 membership fee for 2022 before proceeding to class registration. Returning students
who did not create an account should follow the directions on page 3.
New students will need to create an account and pay membership fees before registering for
classes. Instructions are given on page 3.
If you have any questions or problems email us at cll.crossville@gmail.com.
Volunteers typically reply in 24-48 hours.
Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 3
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
To Open a New Account and Pay Your Membership Fee
(New students and returning students who did not complete this step)
• Go to https://roanestate.edu/CLL (type this directly in browser, not Google)
• Select “Membership, Registration and Class Listing”
• At top right of page, select “New User? Start Here”
• Select “Individual” in first field “Type?”
• Enter personal details, including Username and Password (at least 8 characters).
**MAKE NOTE OF THESE, AS CLL DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION**
• After submitting the form, you should see a welcome message that your account has
been created.
• Select “Membership” at top of screen
• Select “2022 Membership”
• Follow the instructions to pay by credit card
• Proceed with class registration
Class Registration (Only paid members with a confirmed account)
• Go to https://roanestate.edu/CLL (type this directly in browser, not Google)
• Select “Membership, Registration and Class Listing”
• Log in to your account
• Select the semester and the category (or “Any” to see all classes)
• Click on the class title to see the class description.
• Click on the Register button to register for any class.
• PLEASE NOTE: Your registration will not be complete until you check out
by clicking on the check-out cart (…just like you do with Amazon).
• You will receive a confirmation letter approximately one week before the class.
Online registration for Summer 2022 is scheduled
to open May 16, 2022.
If you find you will be unable to attend an upcoming class for which
you have registered, please sign into your CLL account and cancel your
registration (detailed instructions are in the confirmation letter you
will receive approximately one week before the class)
or email cll.crossville@gmail.com
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SUMMER 2022
Unless noted, Summer 2022 classes will be held at:
Roane State Community College
2567 Cook Road
Crossville, TN 38571
There is ample parking in the student lots on the EAST side of the building at
Roane State Community College. No special parking passes are required.
Handicap parking ONLY is allowed in the faculty parking lot on the WEST side of the building—
an official DMV hang tag or plate must be displayed.
“Anyone who stops learning is old,
whether at twenty or eighty.
Anyone who keeps learning stays young.”
― Henry Ford
***IMPORTANT NOTICE***
At the time of publication, all class information is correct.
We will continue to follow state and local guidance regarding
COVID-19 to ensure the safety of our members and volunteers.
Should class information change, it WILL NOT be updated in this catalog,
but WILL be kept current in the online listing at https://roanestate.edu/CLL
Monitor your email (including SPAM folder) for notices of changes or cancellations.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 5
CONTENTS
Art & Culture Life Experiences and Skills
1010: Creating a Season of Live Theater **…………………………..…………6 3535: Yes, You Can Travel Internationally as a Senior! **……………..14
1030: Introduction to Knitting.………………………………………………………..7 3536: Speak Your Piece Now! **.......................................................14
1033: Knitting Your First Hat **……………………….…………………………….7 3537: Mindfulness and Meditation **..............................................15
3538: Roane State Community College – Now and in the Future…..16
Computer 3539: When Life Makes Us Pivot …………………………………………………..17
1516: iPhone and iPad Basics ………………………………………………...........8 Medicine & Health
1517: Beyond Basics of iPhone and iPads .……………………………………..8
1518: Throw Away That Paper Calendar! **..………………………………..9 4500: Five Wishes…………..….…………………………………………………………17
4533: Light, Its Effect on Seniors…………………………………………………..18
Cooking
2513: Planning Summer Salads………………………..……………………….…..10 Outdoor Adventures
2515: Let’s Create and Enjoy a Charcuterie Board **........................10
5263: Great Smoky Mountains and Beyond- A Visitor’s Guide…..….18
Finance
2023: Planning for Future Long-Term Care ……………..……………………11 Religion
2024: Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning Mistakes **.............................11
6011: An Overview of Mennonite Beliefs…......................................19
History
Science & Technology
3039: The Oak Ridge Manhattan Project Story……………………………..12
3040: Tennessee: A State Divided **…………………….……………………..12 6541: Home Safety During Severe Weather **...………………………….19
6542: Hi Honey! The Importance of the Honey Bees…………………….20
Language
3253: Building on the Basics of Sign Language….…….……………….…..13 Miscellaneous
8001: Let’s Learn to Play Mahjong……………..………………………………….20
** NOTE CLASS LOCATION IN COURSE DESCRIPTION 8015: Introduction to Pinochle…………………..………………………………….21
8018: Act Now to Protect Your Home from Fire …………….…………….21
8019: Beginning Sudoku…………….……………..………………………………….22
8020: Learn to Play Cards. We’ll Deal!....…..………………………………….22
The course content provided in these classes is for informational purposes only.
CLL and its committee members provide no warranty about the content or
accuracy of the subject matter presented. Information provided is subjective.
As a student, you are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements,
and information. If you need specific advice (i.e., medical, legal, or financial),
please seek a professional licensed in that area, outside of the classroom setting.
Please contact CLL at cll.crossville@gmail.com
if you have any questions or concerns.
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--------------------------ART & CULTURE--------------------------
1010 Creating a Season of Live Theater
Each year, patrons of The Cumberland County Playhouse (CCP) eagerly wait to
hear its season announcement. After a half-century of successful
programming, a reputation for quality, and a mission to uphold, choosing a
diverse twelve-month lineup of musicals, plays, concerts, and special events is
no simple task. Many would be surprised to learn that months of planning go
into this, and that the final season is a result of artistic vision, instinct,
economics, risk-taking, data analysis, compromise, and much more. Come and
get an inside perspective with Producing Director Bryce McDonald, as he shares the secrets of the composition
of a season at CCP.
After ten years in NYC, Producing Director Bryce McDonald is proud to have worked on Broadway and Off-
Broadway with Roundabout Theatre Company, Lincoln Center Theater, Manhattan Theatre Club, Second Stage,
and Vineyard Theater. Selected CCP directorial credits include: Ring of Fire, Shrek, Mamma Mia, The Addams
Family, Million Dollar Quartet, Sister Act, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Sweeney Todd.
Six sessions: Wednesdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6; 2:30 -4:00 p.m. Cumberland County Playhouse
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25 221 Tennessee Ave., Crossville, TN 38555
If you find you will be unable to attend an upcoming class for which
you have registered, please sign into your CLL account and cancel your
registration (detailed instructions are in the confirmation letter you
will receive approximately one week before the class).
This will open up the seat for other interested students,
and allow the presenter to plan accordingly.
If unforeseen circumstances require you to cancel at the last minute,
please send an email to cll.crossville@gmail.com.
Repeated “no-shows” without cancellation or notification
may limit your future class registrations.
Thank you for your courtesy and cooperation!
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1030 Introduction to Knitting
The first session will get you started with the most basic component of knitting –
the KNIT stitch. Students will learn to cast on and knit, and just keep on knitting.
Along the way, we will talk about the different yarns, needles, and patterns. In the
second session, we will tackle the PURL stitch and binding off. Once students have
mastered those four components, everyone will be ready to take on a small project
with their remaining yarn.
Dr. Cheryl Brown, professor emeritus from Marshall University, retired from higher education after teaching
political science for 22 years. She has been knitting for more than 20 years. She attends knitting retreats,
workshops, and classes as she continues to learn more about yarn and knitting.
Required materials: (Students must purchase these and bring to class with them)
• 1 ball of worsted weight (4) yarn. Suggestions: Mainstays 100% acrylic, worsted weight (4), or Lion
Brand Vanna’s Choice worsted weight (4) acrylic, or Bernat super value worsted weight (4) acrylic.
(available at Walmart)
• Set of single point needles, size 8. Suggestions: Clover bamboo or Lion Brand plastic (available at
Walmart)
Two sessions: Tuesdays, June 7 and 14; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 4 Max: 8
1033 Knitting Your First Hat
If you know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off, it's time for a real project!
Everyone will knit a pull-on hat with a ribbed section, a stockinette section and
a decrease, and then seam up the back (as shown in the picture).
See bio for Cheryl Brown above.
Required materials: (Students must purchase these and bring to class)
• 1 ball worsted weight yarn (4). The Yarn Patch (68 N. Main St.), carries Uptown Worsted in hues or
solid colors. Other Suggestions: Mainstays 100% acrylic, worsted weight (4), Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice
worsted weight (4) acrylic, or Bernat super value worsted weight (4) acrylic available at Walmart.
• Set of single point (straight) needles, size 8. Wood or plastic preferred.
(Available at The Yarn Patch or Walmart).
• Stitch markers (small round circles that fit on your needles)
• Tapestry needle (bigger than a regular sewing needle)
• Small scissors or yarn cutter
Two sessions: Tuesday, June 28; 2:00-4:00 p.m. RSCC, Room 155
Tuesday, July 5; 2:00-4:00 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 3 Max: 8
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-----------------------------COMPUTER----------------------------
1516 iPhone and iPad Basics
This interactive class is a basic tour of the Apple iPhone and iPad for new users of
Apple products and entry level smart phone skills. Web browsing, basic calendar use,
retrieving voicemails, basic camera functions, and installing and using apps will all be
covered in 3 class sessions. Students must bring either an iPhone or an iPad to class.
Tim Pickel taught middle and high school fine arts for over 30 years. He later earned a
Masters in Computer Science and then worked at Apple for seven years as a “Creative.” He also worked
several years with a non-profit in Africa teaching Africans to repair drinking wells that provided clean drinking
water for their communities.
Three sessions: Mondays, June 6, 13, 20; 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
1517 Beyond Basics of iPhones and iPads
This interactive class builds upon the basic Apple iPhone class for users more
experienced with Apple products and smart phone technology. Students will
learn to build and manage multiple calendars, install applications, customize
phone functions such as wallpaper, etc. Students must bring either an iPhone
or an iPad to class.
See bio for Tim Pickel above
Three sessions: Tuesdays; June 21, 28, July 5; 9:00-10:30 a.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
Who Are the Class Presenters at CLL?
The retired Navy pilot in your neighborhood, a doctor from the local hospital,
a home cook passionate about Chinese food, someone who loves to play card games,
and just maybe you, too.
All presenters are volunteers who have discovered the joy of sharing their knowledge in a
meaningful and fulfilling way.
Please email cll.crossville@gmail.com if you’d like to consider sharing your passion or life
experiences to further expand our course offerings.
Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 9
1518 Throw Away That Paper Calendar!
Are you still trying to manage a paper calendar and all those little appointment
cards? This requires you to have the paper calendar when someone wants to
meet with you. And it usually doesn’t contain your “to do” tasks. Learn how to
use your phone, tablet, computer, and your Alexis or Google home device to
keep track of your appointments, reminders, and tasks. This class is for beginner to intermediate Google Apps
users who want to learn to set up and manage their appointments, tasks, and reminders using Google
Calendar. You'll even learn how to check your Google Calendar while you are talking on your phone!
Students should bring their smart phone or tablet to class with them. Please have your Gmail account set up
before class starts.
Jim Gries has been involved with Information Technology for over 50 years, beginning as a programmer then
working his way up to senior management positions in IS and operations. He has taught computer technology
classes for more than 12 years at the college and graduate school levels and has provided computer training
throughout his career. He holds a BS in Physics and an MBA in Systems Management.
One session: Tuesday, July 5; noon - 1:30 p.m. RSCC, Computer Lab
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 18
CLASS ASSISTANTS NEEDED!
Please consider volunteering to be a class assistant for one or more classes.
Responsibilities include taking attendance, assisting with audio-visual equipment
(training provided), taking candid photos during the class, and
distributing/collecting post-course survey forms.
If interested, please send your name and phone number via email to:
cll.crossville@gmail.com
Visit the online catalog at https://roanestate.edu/CLL for the
latest class information. Check your email (including SPAM
folder) before leaving home for any class.
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------------------------------COOKING----------------------------
2513 Planning Summer Salads Materials fee: $5.00 (payable day of class)
Who doesn’t enjoy the bounty of summer produce? It just calls us to
create healthy, delicious salads! Taking into consideration some basic
planning and preparation techniques, and using a little imagination,
we will learn how to assemble those tasty, nutritious, and refreshing
ingredients into side and even main meal status salads.
Linda Riess was born in Sheboygan, WI. Her education includes a BS in
Psychology; MS in Human Development and Learning, and a PhD In
Educational Psychology and Leadership. Linda enjoyed a career in education and was professionally affiliated
with both private and public institutions. She helped to pioneer structure and accessible delivery of degree
granting programs to employed adult learners seeking career promotion or career change. Linda is happily
retired, a parent of four adult children, grandparent to eight grandchildren, and a great grandparent
to one child.
One session: Thursday, June 16; 10:30 a.m. – noon RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 20
2515 Let’s Create and Enjoy a Charcuterie Board
Materials fee: $10.00 (payable day of class)
In this informative and TASTY class, you will learn all about blending taste, texture, and
presentation in the creation of a charcuterie board. This fun way to entertain for a
couple, small group or large party is a simple way to provide tasty treats without having
to be a great cook. We will talk about the components of a charcuterie board and then
sample them for ourselves.
Judy Wade has developed several new interests and hobbies since retiring in 2014 from
a long career in the computer industry. Her favorites include gardening, cooking, and
taking lifelong learning classes.
Michele Cooke developed her love of cooking at an early age while growing up in
Canada. Her parents frequently entertained friends and extended family on weekends.
That meant providing snacks, appetizers, and desserts at a moment's notice.
One session: Tuesday, June 21; 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. RSCC, Room 155
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 11
------------------------------FINANCE----------------------------
2023 Planning for Future Long-Term Care
Most people do not realize that Medicare does not cover long-term care
(custodial) expenses. Long term care is very expensive ($93,960 per year in
Crossville) and the odds of eventually needing long term care are surprisingly high.
This strikes fear in the hearts of many elders who dread the thought of losing their
homes and hard-earned savings to nursing home expenses. This class describes in
simple, understandable terms how, with advance planning, an individual can
qualify for Medicaid (TennCare) to pay for long term care without losing everything. (This is NOT a sales pitch
for investments or investment advice.)
Nina Whitehurst has been practicing law for over 35 years in the areas of estate planning, elder law, real
estate and business law. She is currently licensed in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Oregon and
Tennessee. Her Martindale-Hubbell attorney rating is the highest achievable: 5 stars in peer reviews. Nina's
real passion is estate planning, which arises out of her natural proclivity to plan for every contingency. Nina
has seen, and has experienced first-hand, the effects of good, bad and non-existent estate planning, and
absolutely wants to help others to plan properly for the inevitable. Helping others avoid the pitfalls of failing to
plan, failing to fund their existing plan or failing to update their plan as their life and the law changes is Nina's
passion; it's why she does what she does. Nina is a member of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel and the National
Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Nina has two dogs adopted from rescue shelters and has been adopted by
two cats. She also volunteers to transport adopted pets from shelters to their new forever homes.
One session: Thursday, June 30; 10:00 – 11:00am RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
2024 Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning Mistakes
This class provides a survey of a variety of do-it-yourself estate planning
techniques that people often use and the pitfalls of each.
Examples include:
• Joint tenancies and other co-ownership arrangements
• Mistakes around beneficiary designations
• DIY wills (Legal Zoom, Nolo, Statutory Forms, etc.)
See bio for Nina Whitehurst above
One session: Monday, June 27; 1:30 – 3:00p.m. RSCC, Room 155
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 12
-------------------------------HISTORY-------------------------------
3039 The Oak Ridge Manhattan Project Story
The story of the Oak Ridge Manhattan Project will be told by an Oak Ridge
historian. Key points will range from the first shovel of dirt, to the building
of the four plants, to life in the city of Oak Ridge, to the dropping of the
bomb in 1945. You don’t want to miss the retelling of a story that
changed the world but also stopped a world war.
Don Hunnicutt was born in the Oak Ridge Hospital, delivered by a military doctor in Sept 1944. He grew up in
Oak Ridge and has become an Oak Ridge Historian and a tour guide for the Oak Ridge History Museum. His
wife, Emily, is the daughter of Ed Westcott, the official photographer for the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge.
One session: Tuesday, June 7; 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
3040 Tennessee: A State Divided
During the Civil War, Tennessee was the last state to secede from the union
because the voters were divided on whether to join the Union or the
Confederacy. During this class, the instructor will explain the reason behind this
disagreement, the role Tennessee played in the Civil War, and several significant
battles that took place in the state. The instructor will be dressed in period costumes and will show
equipment used during the Civil War.
JC Davis is a graduate of Cumberland County High School and achieved degrees from Freed Hardeman College,
Harding College, and Tennessee Tech. He returned to Cumberland County HS as a teacher for 34 years and has
been an adjunct professor at Roane State Community College for 30 years, primarily as a history teacher. JC
and his wife of 41 years have traveled to many historical sites all over America, collecting stories and historical
artifacts. He has used this experience in many historical reenactments and community activities including
Pioneer Day, and while serving on the Homestead Tower Association.
One session: Tuesday, May 31; 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. RSCC, Room 155
Class Size—Min: 10 Max: 25
Visit the online catalog at https://roanestate.edu/CLL for the latest class information.
Check your email (including SPAM folder) before leaving home for any class.Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 13
------------------------------LANGUAGE----------------------------
3253 Building on the Basics of Sign Language
Do you have a friend, family member or person in your community who
you cannot communicate with because he/she is deaf? In this five-week
class, students who have completed the Basic Sign Language Class from
the Spring 2022 semester or students who have prior experience with ASL
Basic Sign Language will continue to build on those basics. Come join the
fun as we perfect the basics and venture into more advanced phrases with
lots of interactive practice.
Bob and Kathy Tolich moved to Tennessee from California in 2013. They have been married for 36 years and
have two grown, married children, and one grandson. Kathy has been a sign language interpreter for 20+
years. Her passion is signing music for the deaf. She has interpreted music at military bases, religious venues,
and concerts, in addition to teaching sign language for beginners in a classroom setting. She enjoys sharing the
enjoyment that comes from communicating with the deaf. Bob is a certified sign language interpreter and has
a 29-year law enforcement career. During his career, Bob interpreted in law enforcement, medical, church,
community, and military environments.
Five sessions: Mondays, June 6, 13, 20, 27, Tuesday, July 5; 11:00 a.m.- 1:00p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
REGISTRATION CONTINUES AFTER THE SEMESTER BEGINS
You may register for a class after the semester has begun as long as that class has not yet
reached maximum capacity. In general, registration remains open until 5 days before
each class start date.
Please do not show up to a class if you do not have a confirmed registration.
Questions? Email cll.crossville@gmail.comSummer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 14
------------------LIFE EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS-----------------
3535 Yes, You Can Travel Internationally as a Senior!
Join Kathy Wheale and learn how to plan well in advance, find the best travel deals,
and enjoy new sites you've always dreamed of seeing, even as a senior! She'll
discuss how to read the fine print in travel brochures and airline tickets, book your
own excursions, and pack economically.
Kathy will share her experiences from a seven country European vacation she took
alone this spring, and relate some of her own travel mistakes she has made over
many years of exploring five continents. She has traveled to most of the popular destinations in Northern and
Western Europe, Africa, New Zealand, Antarctica, and Cuba, with plans to return to Africa for a month this
winter and cruise to Australia in 2024. Your joy of travel does not need to stop when you turn 65!!
Kathy Wheale worked in the travel industry for many years and met incredible seniors traveling alone during
her vacations. When friends were telling her it was time to slow down after she turned 70, she still had places
to see on her "bucket list", so while we were “hunkered down" for 2 years, she was busy booking future trips.
Join our class and learn from observations she has made along the way!
One session: Thursday, June 2; 9:00-10:30 a.m. RSCC, Room 155
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
3536 Speak Your Piece Now!
Life is extremely unpredictable! Learn how to take control of your future now so your
final desires are well-known. Do you have someone designated to handle your affairs
when you are unable? Is this person equipped and knowledgeable with issues of
aging? Where are your important documents and how will they be accessed? Who will
be your voice if you are unable to speak? Do yourself and your loved ones a favor and
"Speak Your Piece" now! This class will not only be of interest to “solo seniors,” those single seniors who have
no children, but may be of interest to seniors whose spouse or children may not be able to carry out their final
wishes. In this class, you will learn important tips from a Nationally Certified Guardian who brings a vast
knowledge of future planning. Be sure to bring your questions for a relaxed, interactive class.
Kym Dunham is a Nationally Certified Conservator and private fiduciary. Kym began her career training
mentally disabled clients to live on their own. She has worked with the elderly as a director of a Home for the
Aged, a Site Coordinator for an Alzheimer’s Day Care, and as the Public Conservator for this region.
Ms. Dunham went out on her own and created Kym Dunham, LLC where she could offer a wide range of
services to seniors and disabled with her expertise. Ms. Dunham works with various courts and attorneys to
ensure proper care is given to those placed in her care. Kym received a Business Degree from Vols State.
Two sessions: Tuesday, May 31 and Thursday, June 2; 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. RSCC, Room 155
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 15
3537 Mindfulness and Meditation
What is mindfulness? What does it have to do with meditation? Can I benefit from it?
How can I try it out? Mindfulness has become quite a buzzword. It has even made the
cover of TIME magazine with the headline “The Mindfulness Revolution: The science of
finding focus in a stressed-out, multitasking culture.” What was once a fringe movement
has become mainstream with programs such as MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress
Reduction) and others being accepted as effective by the scientific community. Come learn
about secular Mindfulness & Meditation in a relaxed, informal atmosphere making it
accessible to anyone. These informative and experiential sessions will incorporate lecture, short
guided meditations, and time for Q&A. This class is offered by a long-time dedicated practitioner of this “new
craze” which is actually based on techniques and approaches that were taught an estimated 2500 years ago!
Rev. Dustin (Abhaya) Davis is ordained as a Dharmacharya (Buddhist Minister) in the Embracing Simplicity
Contemplative Order and is an affiliated teacher at Heartwood Refuge & Retreat Center in NC and Lotus Light
Contemplative Community Center in Knoxville. His central meditative practice of Satipaṭṭhāna (4 Establishings
of Mindfulness) in the style offered by Bhikkhu Anālayo springs from an affinity for the approaches offered in
Early Buddhism. He also has an appreciation for the later traditions, having undertaken Vajrayāna and Zen
retreats including formally receiving the 5 Mindfulness Trainings from Thích Nhất Hạnh in 2013. He offers these
practices via a secular lens making them accessible to all via Mountain Mindfulness Society (satigiri.com).
Having worked over 25 years in the hospital critical care setting, he brings his intimacy with the illness, death,
and dying processes to bear in his sharing. He is also passionate about the contemplative approach as a central
support for dealing with addictions of all kinds.
Three sessions: Thursdays; June 23, 30, July 7; 1:00-2:30 p.m. RSCC, Room 155
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
Who Are the Class Presenters at CLL?
The retired Navy pilot in your neighborhood, a doctor from the local hospital,
a home cook passionate about Chinese food, someone who loves to play card games,
and just maybe you, too.
All presenters are volunteers who have discovered the joy of sharing their knowledge in a
meaningful and fulfilling way.
Please email cll.crossville@gmail.com if you’d like to consider sharing your passion
or life experiences to further expand our course offerings.Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 16
3538 Roane State Community College Programs – Now and in the Future
How do students pay for college today? Learn more about TN Promise and
TN Reconnect funding and who qualifies. What is Dual Enrollment for High
School students? What is Middle College? Do classes at Roane State
Community College transfer to four-year institutions? Can seniors audit
classes just for fun? Can seniors earn a degree or certificate? What degrees
and certificates does Roane State Community College offer? What classes are
required for each degree? Where can I find the classes that are taught on the
Cumberland Campus?
BONUS - Holly is in the planning stages of developing a new program for
lifelong learners that are interested in spending an academic year as an RSCC Fellow. Acting as a Focus Group,
your input will be helpful in defining what the RSCC Fellow program will include.
Holly Hanson’s corporate career was in the aerospace, machine tool, and cutting tool industries. She is a
licensed business coach, certified executive coach, and certified retirement coach, and currently serves as the
Director of the Cumberland Business Incubator and the Director of the Cumberland Campus of Roane State
Community College. Her education includes a BS in Mathematics, MS in Management, and PhD work in
Community College Leadership. In addition, Holly is a serial entrepreneur, having started 16 successful
businesses.
Since 2013, as the Director of the Cumberland Business Incubator, Holly has served a client community of over
500 entrepreneurs, businesses in their growth stage, and start-ups. She develops curriculum and delivers
classes and workshops, and also utilizes subject matter experts in specific topics of business development and
entrepreneurship. Holly developed the CBI Maker Space, funded through an SBA grant, where community
members and entrepreneurs learn and utilize 3D printing, laser engraving, CNC machining, woodworking, vinyl
cutting and application, and fiber arts in their businesses.
One session: Wednesday, June 15; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
USE OF PHOTOS AND VIDEOS
CLL reserves the right to use photographs and/or videos taken in any CLL class or at any
sponsored activity, without the expressed written consent of those included in the
photograph/video. Photographs may be used in any CLL publication, including but not
limited to: newsletters, brochures, course catalogs, emails, websites,
Facebook pages, and/or other print or online media designed to help the
organization meet its goals.Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 17
3539 When Life Makes Us Pivot
One day Angela was a Secret Service agent, the next day she is the
owner/operator of an artisan market. Life changes and we must adapt.
Come join us for this interesting class where we will hear some fascinating
stories of how Angela overcame many career twists and turns ending up in
Crossville as an owner of a business in a small rural community. Angela will
share her thoughts on how we can all reap the benefits of embracing change
instead of resisting it.
Angela Witzel is a graduate of the University of South Carolina. After college she spent 21 years in law
enforcement including as an EMT and as a US Secret Service Agent. She retired in July 2015 and opened the
Dogwood Exchange LLC in Aug 2016.
One session: Wednesday, June 8; 9:00-10:30 a.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
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4500 Five Wishes Materials fee: $1.00 (payable day of class)
This two-hour class will begin with the viewing of the documentary based on the
book Being Mortal. This video makes it very clear how important it is for every
individual, no matter their age or health, to have a legal advance directive prepared.
Five Wishes is an easy-to-use legal advance directive document written in everyday
language. It helps all adults, regardless of age or health, to consider and document
how they want to be cared for at the end of life. An interactive discussion will walk you through the
completion of a Five Wishes document that each participant will be given. At the end of the class, you can
walk away with a completed advance directive to share with your health care providers and your family.
Kathy Wheale graduated from Columbia College in SC and began her career as a buyer with a large group of
department stores based in SC, then TN. After 15 years she became an independent sales representative for
Hanes Hosiery, Fox Premier Sales, then Orient Lines Cruises. Her love of travel found her in many countries,
including her favorites: Antarctica, New Zealand, and Africa. She moved to the Cumberland Plateau in 2013
and spends her time kayaking and volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, The Playhouse, and the Center for
Lifelong Learning.
One session: Thursday, July 7; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00pm. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 18
4533 Light, Its Effect on Seniors
All buildings are not equal when it comes to natural light and fresh air. Why does that
matter? In this informative class you will learn how natural light is part of a safe and
healthy environment. Seniors need more natural light to perform even simple tasks like
extended periods of reading. Natural light is a high-intensity full-spectrum light that is
critical to maintaining a healthy body, both physically and mentally. And seniors on a
budget will appreciate learning how natural light can save on energy bills.
Conrad Miller grew up learning the carpentry trade as an apprentice to his father, the late
Alvin Miller. In his mid-twenties, he started installing tubular skylights on a part-time basis, and then grew the
business to full-time, supporting many types of skylights. It is very gratifying to Conrad to see the
transformation of space with the introduction of natural light and how it affects the homeowner.
One session: Wednesday, July 6; 1:00 -2:30 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
Please bring a sweater to class, as the heating and cooling at RSCC
is controlled by a computer at the Harriman campus.
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5263 The Great Smoky Mountains and Beyond – A Visitor’s Guide to GSMNP
Come learn about what the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer,
including John’s favorite places to camp, fish, hike, bike, and auto tour.
Also, John will discuss areas outside the park with comparable beauty
but fewer crowds. Time for questions will follow the presentation.
(This class is a repeat of the program that was given in 2021).
John McArthur is a native of Blount County and grew up near the
Smokies. He is a retired lawyer and lived near the Smokies virtually his entire life. He has camped in all the
developed and primitive campgrounds in the Smokies, hiked over 1500 miles of Park trails including the 71
miles of the Appalachian Trail in the Park. Trout fishing, hiking, and camping are some of his favorite pursuits.
One session: Tuesday, June 14; 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 19
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6011 An Overview of Mennonite Beliefs and Practices
In this informative class, the instructor, who grew up as a Presbyterian and as an
adult converted to the Mennonite faith, will give an overview of the beliefs,
practices, and Biblical applications of the Mennonites. Questions will be welcomed.
George Pinkham taught at Salem College for 12 years. His interests include the
cultural life, crafts, history, language, and music of West Virginia. He is also
interested in log cabin construction and early pioneer life.
One session: Thursday, June 9; 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
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6541 Home Safety During Severe Weather
While our weather is often quite pleasant on the Cumberland Plateau, there are
certainly times when the weather gets rough. Winter's cold, snow, and ice can
take a toll on our homes. In warmer weather severe thunderstorms can wreak
havoc with high winds, flash flooding, large hail, and deadly cloud-to-ground
lightning. While we are safer in our homes than we would be outside in the
elements, are we doing all we can to keep our home safe from weather's fury? Keeping our home secure
ultimately keeps us safer inside. In this class we will discuss what you can do to keep both you and your home
better protected when the weather outside gets severe.
Mark Baldwin earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism from Tennessee Tech in 2003. He then earned his
master’s degree in meteorology from Western Kentucky University and immediately went to work for the
Tennessee Emergency Management Agency in Nashville. After a few years, he accepted a position at
Mississippi State University, where he taught for several years. He then moved back home to work for
weatherTAP in downtown Crossville. He currently teaches adult education classes at the Crossville Career
Center and at the Fentress County jail.
One session: Wednesday, June 1; 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. RSCC, Room 155
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25.Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 20
6542 Hi Honey! The Importance of the Honey Bees
Honey bees may be small, but they are mighty. So many of the foods that we eat and
products we use are dependent upon natural pollinators. This class will explore the
nature of honey bees and how we can help ourselves by ensuring that they survive
and thrive in our natural landscapes.
Monica Hackett has been a farmer in Cumberland County for the past 25 years. Her
more than nine years of experience successfully raising honey bees, producing honey, and developing useful
products from the raw materials provided by the bees, has given her a greater insight into why we need to
preserve the pollinators in our area. Her degrees in Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, as well as her
farm experience, have helped her to understand the vital role that the tiny honey bee plays in our lives as we
struggle to produce food and enhance the beauty of our surroundings.
One session: Wednesday, June 8; 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 25
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8001 Let’s Learn to Play Mahjong
In this class you will learn the basics of American Mahjong, including recognition of tiles,
suits, how to read the Mahjong card and strategies and rules of the game. Each week will
be dedicated to previewing what has been learned so far plus a new element of the game.
Handouts will be provided at each class so you have something to review prior to
the next class.
Anita Lawrence is a graduate of California State University, and holds a Master’s degree in Public
Administration. Her career included 40 years in local government finance where she authored “Reserve
Policies for California Cities.” Anita has been playing Mahjong for seven years and currently serves on the
Board of Directors for the Fairfield Glade Ladies’ Club
Four sessions: Thursdays, June 9, 16, 23, 30; 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Size—Min: 4 Max: 12
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8015 Introduction to Pinochle
Single Deck Pinochle is a card game using a 48-card deck and is designed to
be played by two to four players. Points are earned by forming
combinations of cards, or “melds,” and scoring points during the card play.
Students will learn for three and four player (partner) games:
• The three phases of the game: bid, meld, and tricks
• How to bid meld
• Designating trump suit
• Point value of meld
• How to take tricks
• Rules of card play
• Strategies for taking points
By the last class meeting, students will play a game of pinochle.
Steven Brown has played pinochle since he was 16 years old. He served 20 years in the US Army and has
worked in higher education for 18 years. His last position was as an academic dean in West Virginia.
Four sessions: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, June 21, 22, 28, 29; 1:00 –2:30 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 4 Max: 18
8018 Act Now to Protect Your Home from Fire
This class covers fire safety in the home! Ever wonder what to look for when buying a
fire extinguisher? Does one type handle all fires? How do you safely use it? This class
will answer all of these questions and more about maintenance of smoke alarms and
carbon monoxide alarms, kitchen safety and exit drills in the home. What do you
need to do in the garage and around the outside of the house to reduce the risk of
fire? This interactive class will help to prepare you for any fire emergency in and
around your home.
Captain Mike Findley has 35 years of experience and is currently the Cumberland
County Fire and Life Safety Educator.
One session: Tuesday, June 7; 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 1 Max: 25
Please visit https://roanestate.edu/CLL to register for classes.
(See page 3 of this catalog for more information.)Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 22
8019 Beginning Sudoku
If you want to try Sudoku, but you don't know where to begin, this class will teach the fundamentals to start
solving puzzles. Sudoku may look hard or scary because it involves numbers. It is logic, not math based
(this is not that one opportunity to use Algebra that our teachers said you
would need one day). You will learn to use how to use logic and pattern
recognition to solve a puzzle. You will learn the basics of Sudoku:
-- The typical set up of the Sudoku square
(containing 9 smaller squares)
-- Line up of the rows and columns
-- The number alignment of the smaller squares
The class will be in two meetings and by the last meeting students should be ready to solve an easy Sudoku.
Steven Brown has played Sudoku for a number of years. He served 20 years in the US Army and has worked in
higher education for 18 years. His last position was as an academic dean in West Virginia.
Two sessions: Thursdays, June 2, 9; 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 6 Max: 18
8020 Learn to Play Cards. We’ll Deal!
If you're looking for a fun, leisurely way to pass some time, or interested in
learning how to play a new card game this may be the class for you! We will
play a different card game each week. We can even be flexible and revisit a
previously played game, if time permits and people are in agreement.
Week 1 – Garbage & King's Corners
Week 2 – Golf
Week 3 - I Buy
Week 4 - Ride the Bus
Sharon Bernhoft grew up playing games with her family as a child. She raised her own family playing
games together and even continued the tradition with her grandkids. Dice, cards, board games …
“We played everything”!
Four sessions: Mondays, June 6, 13, 20, 27; 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. RSCC, Community Room
Class Size—Min: 4 Max: 18Summer 2022 Center for Lifelong Learning 23
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Board of Directors
Russ Schubert, President
Kathy Wheale, Vice President
Judy Wade, Secretary
John Conrad, Treasurer
Holly Hanson, Director-at-Large
Curriculum Committee Management Team RSCC Crossville Campus
Judy Wade, Chair Michelle Bayless Holly Hanson, Director
Steven Brown Mike Durnwald Amy Barnes
Kathy Cass Sue Ginter Allison Brendel
Bob Emrick Shari Hahn Stan Tabor
Holly Hanson Nancy Mansfield
Nancy Mansfield Patty Meaney Catalog Editor
Jackie Wakefield Barb Korb
A tremendous thank you to all of the volunteers behind the scenes who are
making it possible to bring together eager students with talented presenters.
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Cover photos courtesy of CLL volunteers.
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