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RECORDEDOctober 9 – October 30 Thursday3:00 PM → 4:30 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Richard Bell, Professor of History, University of MarylandLocations: Online ClassThe real story of the American Revolution is far more than the catalog of deeds done by a handful of famous men. Declaring independence on a piece of parchment on a summer’s day in Philadelphia in 1776 would have meant nothing had not tens of thousands of ordinary Americans been willing to support that cause and fight to make it a reality. In this... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 14 Tuesday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Bernardo Vega, Investigator, Office of Consumer ProtectionLocations: Online ClassScams targeting older adults are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated. Join us for an important update on the most common scams today and how they impact older adults. Learn practical tips to recognize and avoid scams, plus essential steps to take if you or a loved one becomes a victim. Empower yourself with the knowledge to stay safe and... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 14 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Barbara Blumberg Ressin, CCBCLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineFrom ancient Egypt to modern runways, explore the surprising history of handbags—first carried by men—and how they’ve changed over time. Learn about iconic designers like Louis Vuitton and Judith Leiber, see a Michelangelo-inspired bag, and discover how fashion’s favorite accessory became a cultural... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 15 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Geoffrey Kabaservice, Director of Policy Studies, Niskanen Center, D.C.Locations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineAs the Democratic Party responds to the return of Donald Trump to the presidency, internal debates about the party’s direction have grown more visible. Two major factions are emerging. One is the progressive wing, energized by younger voices like Zohran Mamdani, whose recent success in the New York mayoral Democratic primary has drawn national attention.... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 16 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steven Gimbel, Professor of Philosophy, Gettysburg CollegeLocations: Online ClassMedieval Jewish thinkers entered into deep disagreement in part because they were Jewish, but also because they advocated different philosophical approaches to understanding the nature of reality, knowledge, and ethics. While the Torah and Talmud provided frameworks, thinkers like Maimonides, Judah HaLevi, and Philo adopted very different means of seeking... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 22 Wednesday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Robert K Sutton, Chief Historian of the National Park Service (Retired)Locations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineDuring the 1850s Kansas became the hotbed over the issue of slavery. It pitted radical abolitionists--determined that Kansas would become a free state--against radical pro-slavery advocates-- willing to literally stop at nothing to make Kansas a slave state. During the war, Kansas became the site of some of the most brutal guerilla warfare anywhere. After... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 22 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Judy Scott Feldman, Ph.D., Art HistorianLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineThis presentation delves into the Romanesque churches that grace the Camino de Santiago, the famed medieval pilgrimage route leading to Santiago de Compostela in northwest Spain. Built in the 11th and 12th centuries, and housing the sacred relics of beloved Christian saints, these churches—including Conques, Vézelay, and Saint-Sernin in... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 23 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Sue Kirchoff, Medicare Expert CounselorLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineThis session is designed specifically for current Medicare beneficiaries to help you navigate the 2026 Open Enrollment period with confidence. Learn about important plan updates, changes to benefits, and how to make the best choices for your healthcare coverage. We’ll also cover practical tips to protect yourself from Medicare fraud and scams. The... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 23 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Howard Gleckman, Senior Fellow, The Urban InstituteLocations: Online ClassWe are seeing major changes in government supports for older adults and their families. Some critical government programs are shrinking or even disappearing. How can older adults, their families, and their communities... read more -
RECORDEDOctober 23 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Johns Hopkins Medicine–Affiliated SpeakerLocations: Online ClassOccasional memory lapses are a normal part of aging—but when changes in thinking or memory become more noticeable, it’s important to know what they might mean. This webinar is for older adults who want to learn more about moderate cognitive impairment, a stage between typical age-related forgetfulness and more serious conditions like... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 5 Wednesday10:30 AM → 11:45 AMSessions: 1Instructor: M. Jane Markley, RN (ret), LFACHE, Health Care Ethics AdvisorLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineThe instructor will review your healthcare responsibilities and the aspects you should consider now to improve your quality of life and manage your healthcare as you age. Focus will be given to the documentation required to ensure you receive the care you prefer, such as healthcare power of attorney, advance directive, MOLST, etc. She will also discuss how... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 5 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:15 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Allen Pietrobon, Associate Professor of Global Affairs, Trinity UniversityLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineIn the years after WWII, owning a single-family home with an American-built car in the driveway came to symbolize the American dream. In this presentation we will explore how and why this unique form of suburban living first arose in America. What are the legacies of the suburbs and how did they shape American politics, culture, race relations, and gender... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 11 Tuesday1:30 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Panel of Physicians and Community VoicesLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineTalking to your doctor can feel overwhelming — especially when time is short or medical terms are confusing. This engaging panel is designed to help you feel more confident and prepared during medical visits, whether for yourself or on behalf of a partner or loved one. Hear from both doctors and patients as they share practical tips, real-life stories,... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 13 Thursday10:30 AM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Molly Williamson, Foreign Service Officer (Ret.) and Scholar, Middle East InstituteLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineEven if you attended Molly’s talk in January 2025, you won’t want to miss this program. Each session builds on the other — with Part II offering deeper analysis of themes introduced in Part I. Part I: Key Factors in the Current Chaos This segment examines the regional demographic, economic, and policy factors in the evolving period of the Arab... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 13 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Johns Hopkins Medicine–Affiliated SpeakerLocations: Online ClassBone health is essential as we age—but what happens when your bone density is lower than normal, yet not low enough to be osteoporosis? This condition is called osteopenia, and it’s more common than you might... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 18 Tuesday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Kim Williams, Architectural HistorianLocations: Online ClassLong before it became a bustling capital, Washington, D.C. was a patchwork of farms and country estates spread across a quiet rural landscape. This presentation traces the transformation of that landscape from the late 18th century until the last farm ceased operation in the 1960s. As the city grew beyond its original bounds, most of these farmsteads and... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 18 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Seth Kibel, Musician and ComposerLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineDave Brubeck was a gifted jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader, but even more than that, he helped redefine the sound of 20th century American music. We'll follow him from his early days as a leading figure of both the West Coast and "cool" jazz movements, to his golden years as an elder statesman of American music. We'll also explore the strange genesis... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 19 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Owen Ullmann, Journalist and AuthorLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineThe U.S. government has used tariffs as an economic tool since the founding of the Republic. Over the centuries, they have proven useful for developing economies to establish a manufacturing base. But they have led to catastrophes in a modern world of advanced economies and global trade. This lecture looks at the benefits and dangers of new tariff-triggered... read more -
RECORDEDNovember 20 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steven Gimbel, Professor of Philosophy, Gettysburg CollegeLocations: Online ClassAfter the Crusades, Christianity came into possession of Greek and Roman philosophy, and influenced by the Muslim and Jewish thinkers before them, some early Church Fathers took up the conversation on their own terms. Saints Anselm, Augustine, and Thomas Aquinas offered different approaches to the Divine and the worldly based on different philosophical... read more
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RECORDEDDecember 3 Wednesday10:30 AM → 11:45 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Alan I. Saltman, AuthorLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineParticipants are encouraged to attend this interactive class in-person. Author and Churchill scholar Alan Saltman draws on his deep knowledge of Winston Churchill to explore how the legendary leader might view today’s pressing issues—from Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the war in Ukraine to rising authoritarianism. Based on his highly acclaimed books No... read more
