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September 29 Tuesday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Rose McManus Coleman, Oasis MemberLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreExplore a playful, accessible approach to photography using flowers, water, light, reflection, and simple tools like flashlights and sunshine. Rose McManus Coleman demonstrates how everyday materials become vibrant backdrops for surprising, magical images. Participants will watch a mini photo scene come to life, explore how light transforms objects, and... read more -
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September 29 – November 3 Tuesday10:30 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 6Instructor: Michele Heffner, Canasta InstructorLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreCanasta is hot these days! It’s become a very popular pastime in the last few years. Come learn this old card game in its modernized version. You'll learn the basics of playing the game, strategies, and rules, and have fun playing with other... read more -
RECORDEDSeptember 29 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Elaine Apter, Secretary, League of Women Voters, Montgomery Cty.Locations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreThe 2026 midterm elections are approaching — and the legal landscape surrounding them is more complex than ever. In this timely and informative session, we'll explore the key forces shaping our elections and what they mean for voters right here in Montgomery County. We'll examine recent Supreme Court decisions and their potential impact on voting rights... read more -
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September 30 – November 11 No Class: October 21Wednesday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 6Instructor: Marti Brown Bailey, BS, CSA, CADDCT, CDPLocations: Oasis at Macys Home Store"Solo aging" is not simply living alone. It describes growing older without the benefit of nearby or available close family members who can routinely provide care, make decisions during emergencies, or offer ongoing support. Whether by circumstance or choice, solo agers can thrive by planning, building meaningful relationships, and creating a reliable... read more -
RECORDEDSeptember 30 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Michael Liebow, PodiatristLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreProper foot care is a vital, often overlooked component of fall prevention. Pain, numbness, or structural issues disrupt your balance and gait. This lecture will cover multiple aspects of fall prevention and its relationship with your feet, including helpful tips on lowering your risk of falling during your daily activities. This program is generously... read more -
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September 30 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Supreme Court GuideLocations: Supreme CourtThis guided tour will bring attendees into the Courtroom for a discussion of how the Court functions, as well as the history of the Supreme Court building and its architecture. Attendees will also visit some of the formal conference rooms, the Great Hall, and the Library. Participants are responsible for their own transportation and will meet at the... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 1 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Julie Kurzava, Faculty, Loyola UniversityLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreThe Great American Songbook has given us songs that never seem to age — and singers who can't resist making them their own. From Sinatra to Fitzgerald, Bennett to Bublé, the art of interpretation is what keeps these standards alive. Performer and teacher Julie Kurzava guides this engaging exploration of how great singers take a familiar song and... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 1 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Barbara Paulson, Travel SpecialistLocations: Online ClassThe Eastern Shore is SO much more than the hubbub of Ocean City and tourist-driven St. Michaels. Consider: a State Park and Museum dedicated to Harriet Tubman (near where she lived and facilitated the underground railroad); a wildlife refuge considered the "Everglades of the North"; a nationally ranked ice creamery with Scottish roots; a wooden boat... read more -
October 1 Thursday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Ralph D Buglass, Montgomery County Historical Society Speaker and Author, "Images of America: Rockville"Locations: Montgomery History CenterMontgomery County has had a remarkable history since its founding Sept. 6, 1776. Join us for a walking tour of Rockville, Montgomery County's seat of government, to highlight points of interest telling the county's 250-year history. The tour will be entirely on downtown sidewalks with several street crossings; 7 blocks total (approximately 3/4 of mile... read more -
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October 6 Tuesday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Patricia Dubroof, Oasis MemberLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreDid you know that making art improves your physical and mental wellbeing? This class offers time for you to make art in a safe and encouraging space. Patricia Dubroof will guide you through warmups and a project that will make you smile. We will be using oil pastel on paper. This is a fun and forgiving medium. No prior knowledge needed. This is a hands-on... read more
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RECORDEDOctober 6 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Richard Bell, Professor of History, University of MarylandLocations: Online ClassThe thirty years between 1815 and 1845 witnessed the greatest transformation in American infrastructure and information technology before the internet. Investment and experimentation helped to facilitate the creation of a single national, American economy, capable of challenging European countries for supremacy. Prior to 1815, the most advanced industrial... read more -
October 6 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Janice Pliner, Oasis Program ManagerLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreIn 1950s Tehran, two young girls form a deep friendship across social classes, but their bond faces challenges as they navigate Iran's political turmoil during the decades leading up to and through the Iranian Revolution. This 2024 novel was a New York Times bestseller. Please read the book so you can participate in our... read more -
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RECORDEDOctober 7 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Maria Thannhauser, Physical Therapist, Suburban HospitalLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreFalls often start before you'd expect; in subtle shifts in how you walk, and in the quiet fear that follows a stumble or near-miss. In this session, a physical therapist breaks down the walking pattern changes that signal rising fall risk, plus fun, practical balance challenges you can safely try at home. You'll also learn how fear of falling can actually... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 8 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: John McCarthy, Montgomery County State's AttorneyLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreSeniors in Montgomery County are under attack. Scammers continue to target older adults, constantly expanding their methods and tools—including AI—to do it. Learn what you need to know to protect yourself. Our presenter, John McCarthy, State's Attorney for Montgomery County, knows the scams threatening you and will tell you how to stay a step... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 8 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steven Gimbel, Professor of Philosophy, Gettysburg CollegeLocations: Online ClassSoren Kierkegaard sought to bring the human being and its lived experience back to the center of philosophy. The problem, he thought, was that others have done this by stressing the place of logic and reason, but the most important truths are inaccessible to the rational mind. He sought a way to find them, but realized that it involved dread, angst, and... read more -
October 8 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: OASIS StaffLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreGrab a cup of coffee and join us for a relaxed conversation with the Oasis staff! This is your chance to meet the people behind the programs, ask questions, share feedback, and let us know what classes or experiences you'd love to see more of. We value your voice and want to hear what's on your mind — come for the coffee, stay for the... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 13 Tuesday10:30 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Seth Kibel, Musician and ComposerLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreThe 1940s output of Aaron Copland is some of the most "American-sounding" music in the entirety of the classical oeuvre. The works Copland produced during this decade, from Appalachian Spring to Fanfare for the Common Man to Rodeo, have become touchstones for American classical music, earning him the sobriquet of "Dean of American Composers." These... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 13 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:15 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Sandra Heiler, Montgomery History Speakers BureauLocations: Oasis at Macys Home StoreMost Americans know about the Boston Tea Party, but few know what happened next, right here in Montgomery County. On June 11, 1774, ten local men gathered at Hungerford’s Tavern on what is now Route 355 in Rockville and signed the “Hungerford Resolves,” calling for a boycott of all British trade in response to the blockade of Boston Harbor and... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 14 Wednesday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Dr. Michael Kryzanek, Professor Emeritus, Political Science, Bridgewater State UniversityLocations: Online ClassThe invasion of the Ukraine by Russia has affected United States foreign policy in both the Biden and Trump administrations. This presentation will examine the response of both the administrations and analyze how the policy positions of each has changed over time. The presentation will assess issues related to the war such as the prospects for democracy in... read more -
October 14 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Daryl Davis, MusicianLocations: Oasis at Macys Home Store2026 marks the 100th birthday of the man who created one of the greatest and most popular genres of music ever produced in America; Rock’n’Roll. It was shunned, feared, and banned but went on to be loved and accepted the world over. Come celebrate the legacy of this musical genius with... read more
