This part of our class will look in depth at Leon Russell. Early in his career, Mr. Russell was a much sought-after session musician in Los Angeles. Gradually, his skills as a songwriter allowed him to make the transition to becoming a very successful solo artist. From his recordings to his concert performances, Mr. Russell was known around the world for quality of his work.

---

No session is currently available for registration

If you are familiar with the library resources but want to go beyond the basics, this session will explore some of the more interesting and unusual digital collections and databases. This is an advanced session that builds on the information introduced in Bounty of Boatwright.

---

Thursday, June 18, Synchronous Online

Learn how to find books, articles, and other resources that are of interest to you. This session provides an overview for beginners or those new to Osher and includes a virtual tour of the library.

---

Thursday, June 4, Synchronous Online

Join Dan in his quest for the funniest movies. We'll view these films: 'Monkey Business' (1952) with Cary Grant, Ginger Rogers, and Marilyn Monroe; 'Road to Morocco' (1942) with Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, and Dorothy Lamour; and A League of Their Own' (1992) with Tom Hanks, Geena Davis, and Madonna.

---

No session is currently available for registration

Join Dan in his quest for the funniest movies. We'll view these films: 'Annie Hall' (1977) with Diane Keaton (Oscar winner) and Woody Allen; 'That Touch of Mink' (1962) a sophisticated love affair with Doris Day and Cary Grant; and 'Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell' (1968), a WWII confusion with Gina Lollobrigida, Phil Silvers, Telly Savalas, and Peter Lawford.

---

No session is currently available for registration

Join Dan in his quest for the funniest movies. We'll view these films: 'Ball of Fire' (1940) directed by Howard Hawks and written by Billy Wilder; 'Charade' (1963) with fun, romance and mystery in France, starring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn; and 'I Love You Again' (1941), MGM's screwball comedy featuring William Powell and Myrna Loy.

---

Tuesdays, July 14, 21, 28, TBD - UR Campus

This semester we will view four great movies of the 'Film Noir' genre. We'll start with two lesser known films: 'Where the Sidewalk Ends,' starring the inimitable Dana Andrews and Gene Tierney, and 'The Verdict' with the Peter Lorre and Sydney Greenstreet. Then we'll move to the classic film 'Laura' (again with Andrews and Tierney), and end with 'Witness for the Prosecution,' a justifiably famous movie with fine performances from Charles Laughton and Marlene Dietrich.

---

Wednesdays; June 3, 10, 17, 24, TBD - UR Campus

This iteration of Four Friday Films presents movies that invite us to think about our experience and perception of the world. As usual with this course, the films are fun to watch, but the emphasis this semester is less on 'feel good' than on 'hmmm, I hadn't considered that before.' We'll watch 'Stranger Than Fiction,' 'Brother From Another Planet,' and 'The Man From Earth,' finishing with Anne Hathaway in 'Colossal.'

---

No session is currently available for registration

UR's Dr. Sonja Bertucci's most recent feature-length documentary, 'The Diamond Couple' (2024), is an intimate meditation on love, aging, and the transmission of memory. The film premiered at the Arizona International Film Festival, where it received the Jury Prize for Inspirational Filmmaking, and continues to screen internationally. Join us for Dr. Bertucci's opening remarks, the film screening, and Q&A.

---

No session is currently available for registration

This class offers a visual journey through the changing seasons in and around Richmond. From spring blooms and nesting birds to summer butterflies, fall migrations, and winter's quiet beauty, the presentation highlights the rhythms of local wildlife and landscapes. Filled with Jim's beautiful photographs, it also includes suggestions and brief descriptions of nearby parks, gardens, and natural areas, encouraging viewers to explore and connect with local nature.

---

No session is currently available for registration

Join us for tips about being a savvy news consumer in this difficult climate with the rise of social media and artificial intelligence (AI), as well as the decline in local newspapers. Virginia Public Media President Jayme Swain will provide an update on what's happening in the news landscape and share how you can tell fact from fiction.

---

No session is currently available for registration