EVENTS

Separating Church from State

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of the Pacific is a non-profit education program designed for people ages 50+ and open to all adult learners. Each year, OLLI provides intellectually stimulating non-credit classes, interest groups, local and international trips, and special events for its members.  OLLI Membership Fee is $65 per Semester.

The lecture series is FREE to all OLLI members as a benefit of the membership.  View the spring catalog online,  Sign up on or online.

David Diskin, Instructor – Although the words “separation of church and state” never appear in the U.S. Constitution, this phrase by Thomas Jefferson has impacted our lives and freedoms ever since the U.S. Supreme Court referenced it in 1879. But what do these words mean? Why was Jefferson affirming this separation? And how has the First Amendment’s establishment clause been used to defend the rights of the religious and non-religious at every level of our government? In his lecture, David Diskin discusses the history of these words and their impact, along with recent decisions that protect religious freedom and the conflicts that arise between opposing worldviews in our courts and our lives.

Please join us on…

Monday, May 4, 2020
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
O’Connor Woods – West Hall
3400 Wagner Heights Road
Stockton, CA 95209

For more information, please call 209-956-3400.

Using Music for Health and Wellness

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of the Pacific is a non-profit education program designed for people ages 50+ and open to all adult learners. Each year, OLLI provides intellectually stimulating non-credit classes, interest groups, local and international trips, and special events for its members.  OLLI Membership Fee is $65 per Semester.

The lecture series is FREE to all OLLI members as a benefit of the membership.  View the spring catalog online,  Sign up on or online.

Jennifer Geiger, Board Certified Music Therapist – From radio programs to vinyl albums, cassette tapes to CDs, live performances to electronic access, music has long been an integral part of our lives. Learn how to maximize the potential of your favorite music to motivate movement and induce relaxation. Together, we will make music, and you will leave with new ways to use music for your health and wellness. No prior music experience required.

Please join us on…

Monday, May 11, 2020
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
O’Connor Woods – West Hall
3400 Wagner Heights Road
Stockton, CA 95209

For more information, please call 209-956-3400.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Second Thursday of Each Month
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
O’Connor Woods – West Hall
3400 Wagner Heights Road
Stockton, CA 95209

Would you like to talk with people who understand what it means to live with Parkinson’s or who have loved ones with the disease?

Our group meetings focus on a different topic each month and center around Parkinson’s patients and their support team (family and friends). On occasion, we will invite guest speakers to present to the group.

You’re invited to join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month.  The group is open to newcomers, family members, and those who wish to learn more about Parkinson’s.

You may direct inquiries to Mary Ann Behrens at 209-477-6496.

The Widowed Persons Association of California (WPAC) is a social organization and support group for widowed men and women of all ages.

All are invited to attend this monthly social gathering. Make new friends, enjoy a delicious lunch, and learn about all of the great outings and programs they have coming up.

This group meets on the third Saturday of each month in West Hall. If you aren’t sure if you would like to become a member just yet, you are welcome to attend the luncheon as a guest.

Social Hour:  11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Lunch Served: 12:00 pm.
Event Ends:   2:00 p.m.
Cost:  $20.00 (pay cash or check in-person at luncheon).

Please RSVP to Penny Francis at 209-476-4047 by the Tuesday before each session.

Celebrate Wellness & Well-being

Join us for our Wednesdays in the Woods speaker series.

This month’s topic, we will discuss “Wellness and Well-being”.

Wednesday, May 20, 2020
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
O’Connor Woods – North Clubhouse
3400 Wagner Heights Road
Stockton, CA 95209

Seating is limited. Please RSVP at 209-956-3400.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Second Thursday of Each Month
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
O’Connor Woods – West Hall
3400 Wagner Heights Road
Stockton, CA 95209

Would you like to talk with people who understand what it means to live with Parkinson’s or who have loved ones with the disease?

Our group meetings focus on a different topic each month and center around Parkinson’s patients and their support team (family and friends). On occasion, we will invite guest speakers to present to the group.

You’re invited to join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month.  The group is open to newcomers, family members, and those who wish to learn more about Parkinson’s.

You may direct inquiries to Mary Ann Behrens at 209-477-6496.

The Widowed Persons Association of California (WPAC) is a social organization and support group for widowed men and women of all ages.

All are invited to attend this monthly social gathering. Make new friends, enjoy a delicious lunch, and learn about all of the great outings and programs they have coming up.

This group meets on the third Saturday of each month in West Hall. If you aren’t sure if you would like to become a member just yet, you are welcome to attend the luncheon as a guest.

Social Hour:  11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Lunch Served: 12:00 pm.
Event Ends:   2:00 p.m.
Cost:  $20.00 (pay cash or check in-person at luncheon).

Please RSVP to Penny Francis at 209-476-4047 by the Tuesday before each session.