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Engage your curiosity this spring as the tulips and daffodils emerge and the weather warms.

Join fellow learners for a sampler of what Osher has to offer. In this special course, we’ve gathered some of our finest Study Leaders from across the fields of science, religion, culture, literature, music, and hands-on crafting.

If you’ve never taken an Osher class, try us out and discover what makes the Osher experience so rewarding. If you’re already a member, this is a perfect opportunity to explore new ideas, reconnect with friends, and continue to challenge and delight your mind.

We look forward to seeing you this spring.

May 9: Beverly Marshall
Beyond the Fringe: Flappers and the Jazz Age

This class examines the flapper as a bold cultural figure of the 1920s, emerging in the wake of World War I and after the enactment of the 19th Amendment. In many ways, flappers symbolized women’ s expanding freedoms, flaunting their disdain for what was considered “acceptable behavior.” Through narrative and videos, we will explore how flappers redefined fashion, gender roles, and social norms. We will also consider shifts in music and literature and reflect on both the glamour and contradictions of this transformative era.