Join us for one or all of these festive holiday events:
 #605 | Jewelry Design: Holiday Glamour
Presented by Kim Yang, Wednesday, November 22, 1:00 – 3:00, San Marcos Senior Center.
#410 | Coping with the Holi-daze
Monday, November 27, 10:00 - 12:00 | Come ready to gain nourishing lessons to deal with the month of December and the challenges it may present to our personal, social, and spiritual lives.
#127 | Floral Creations: Holiday Arrangements
Tuesday, November 28, 6:00 - 8:00 | Learn how to create a unique arrangement that you can showcase or share during the holidays; all materials provided.
December Nights: Festival of Trees and More
 Friday, December 1 | Avoid the parking and leave the driving to us at the annual December Nights in Balboa Park with a special viewing of the Festival of Trees!
Click here to see the flyer for this trip, which includes activity level and description, attendee notes, inclusions, schedule and name of the Oasis ambassador assigned to the trip.
#504 | Leaving from Grossmont Center
#505 | Leaving from Escondido Transit Center
#334 | The Mythology of Christmas
Friday, December 1, 10:00 - 12:00 | In the U.S., Christmas has snowballed into something so massive that it draws together elements from disparate cultures and traditions all over the world. Join us as we explore the many tendrils and roots of this beautiful holiday and tease out the underlying mythological significance and spiritual meaning of these familiar images, icons, and songs.
 #129 | Make Your Own Cards: Snow Flakes, Snow Men
Monday, December 4, 1:00 – 3:00 | Make four unique holiday cards with all supplies provided to give to someone special or keep for yourself.
#412 | Holiday Accessories: The Little Things That Make You Shine
Tuesday, December 5, 1:00 – 3:00 | Bring your own accessories to class and learn how to use them to maximize their use to add some holiday shine to your outfit.
 #792 | Holiday Favorites Sing Along
Wednesday, December 13, 1:00 - 2:15 | Christmas and winter-themed folk songs provide us with some of the most beautiful music ever composed. Come enjoy timeless melodies and together we will sing the classics. This music is wonderful, and renewing our experience of its simple beauty is a special delight.
In this season of giving,
why not include San Diego Oasis?
There are many ways to give that will support the mission of San Diego Oasis and the wide-variety of offerings we are able to provide our members throughout the year.
Year-End Giving is Simple
You can visit our website to easily set up a recurring, monthly, annual or one-time gift. Or call us at (619) 881-6262 and we'll help you!
How Do You Want to be Remembered?
As you consider what is important in your life and what your legacy will be, you can include San Diego Oasis in your gift planning.
Honor Someone with a Tribute Gift
A Tribute Gift is a unique way to honor someone, whether it be associated with a special event, a birthday, or an anniversary. Not only will you be able to let them know that a gift has been given in their honor, but it will also appear in the Oasis Catalog.
Looking for that perfect, but elusive gift?
Why not treat friends and family to classes at Oasis! Gift Certificates are available in any denomination. Just call us and we'll have them ready for you.
Here is just a sampling of our current class offerings.
Please refer to your catalog or the website for a full listing.
#435 | Acting Workshop: Showcase Performance
Monday, November 20, 1:00 – 3:00 | An afternoon of monologues and scenes from a variety of sources presented by both experienced and new acting students. Cost: Free.
 #179 | Going Wireless: How to Use Wi-Fi Safely
Tuesday, November 28, 10:00 - 12:00 | Learn all about using Wi-Fi (wireless) including: what it is, how to connect, how to set it up and how to use it safely in a public setting.
 #411 | Sprinkles from Heaven: Awareness of Your Abundance
Wednesday, November 29, 1:00 - 2:30 | Learn to bring more abundance into your life with empowering tools that change your thinking.
#112 | SoulCollage®
Thursday, November 30, 10:00 - 12:00 | Gather pictures to create collages for cards that reflect your story including inner aspects of your personality, community, guides, and meaningful symbols.
#160 | Economic Update: Concerned about the Markets & What To Do
Thursday, November 30, 10:00-11:30 | Should you react to economic headlines? Could your investments be doing better? Is it time to change your financial strategy? Join Charles D. Etzweiler for a thoughtful discussion.
#333 | Words and Music by Jerry Herman
Thursday, November 30, 1:00 - 3:00 | Come and enjoy a documentary about Jerry Herman and his music with Leslie Leech.
#180 | Everything Web Browsers
Tuesday, December 5, 10:00 - 12:00 | Mary Burns will provide an overview of web browsers their function and some basic tools found on all browsers.
Here is just a sampling of our current class offerings.
Please refer to your catalog or the website for a full listing.
 #743 | Touring the Louvre
Presented by Artist Amanda Schaffer, Saturday, November 18, 1:00 – 2:30, Encinitas Library. Cost: Free
#609 | Creative Card Making
Presented by Natalie Travis, Tuesday, November 21,10:00 – 11:30, Escondido Senior Center.
 #737 | Religions from Persia to the Americas: Islam
Presented by Bill Kimbrough, Monday, November 27, 10:00 – 12:00, Escondido Senior Center.
#738 | Southern California by Train: Trips & Tricks
Monday, December 4, 1:00 - 3:00 | This workshop is all about using trains to get to destinations between Escondido, Oceanside, and its surrounding areas, including San Diego, Orange County, L.A.'s Union Station, and much more. Instructor Dennis Sullivan will share his comprehensive knowledge of routes, schedules, cost, and the different classes of service you can select from. This lecture will also discuss long distance trains that Amtrak offers from L.A. to Seattle, Chicago, and New Orleans.
 #634 | Sources of Retirement Income
Saturday, December 9, 10:00 - 11:30 | How much income do you need to retire comfortably? Where will that money come from? You start with Social Security and retirement accounts, but what if those are not enough? This course is designed to help you think outside the box to identify other potential sources for retirement income, as well as finding creative ways to use the resources you already have.
 #503 | Bowers Museum: Two Special Exhibitions & Lunch at Tangata
Tuesday, December 4, 12:00 PM | Known as Orange County’s finest, we’re traveling to the Bowers Museum in Anaheim for two special exhibits and lunch at the incredible Tangata Restaurant.
El Cajon Residents: Do You Love to Read?
 Why not share your pleasure and read with a child? The Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring program is seeking volunteers who can spend one hour a week at Madison Elementary School in El Cajon, with a K-5th grade child to build reading and language skills, self-esteem and positive attitudes toward learning.
No teaching experience is needed; your enthusiasm, patience and compassion are far more important. Oasis provides training, free books, teaching materials, and ongoing support. Clearance required. Contact John Dunnicliff at (619) 881-6262 or jdunnicliff@oasisnet.org.
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum
Offers Discounted Admission through January 31
 From November 18 to January 31, San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is proud to offer Oasis members and their family members $5 discounted admission, with access to all their daily activities! Simply indicate that you are an Oasis member at the front desk.
Come experience a world of wonders with hands-on activities for the entire family! Since 1999, San Diego Children's Discovery Museum has been inspiring children to learn about their world through exploration, imagination, and experimentation.Today they remain the only hands-on educational children's museum in North San Diego County, serving children ages 0-10 with interactive exhibits and programs focused on science, world cultures, and art.
All exhibits and programs are designed with the help of museum experts, educators, and childhood development specialists, ensuring a wide range of skill development and concepts that align with California’s Common Core curriculum.
Through play, children have the opportunity for creative problem solving, critical thinking, and hands-on exploration and experimentation.
When & Where:
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
320 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025
Visit the SDCDM website to learn more. |
