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July 27 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Seth Kibel, Musician and ComposerLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreSaxophonist Wayne Shorter, who passed away earlier this year at age 89, was among the most influential jazz performers and composers of the last half-century. This class will chart his remarkable career, from his career-making turn in Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers, to his central roles in both Miles Davis' "Second Great Quintet" and fusion pioneers "Weather... read more -
July 17 Wednesday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dan Sherman, PhDLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineBorn into the Russian aristocracy, Sergei Rachmaninoff quickly showed gifts as a composer and as a pianist. He went on to a spectacular international career, often performing his own works, including piano concertos that are frequently performed today. This class will review Rachmaninoff’s life and career, demonstrating the range and richness of his work... read more -
July 18 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Blaine Davies, MA, Professor of U.S. HistoryLocations: Online ClassOur first “feminist” first lady was also one of our most active and influential first ladies. While her paralyzed husband led our country through the Great Depression and World War II, Eleanor traveled throughout the country and the world bringing back to the White House a perspective that Franklin Roosevelt valued, appreciated and often implemented. An... read more -
July 27 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:15 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dorie Glass, Associate Broker, Long & Foster Real EstateLocations: Online ClassAre you are considering selling your home now or in the near future? It’s never too early to get your home ready. This session will cover proven strategies to enhance and position your home for today's buyers. Topics will include home improvement projects that will maximize your sale price, options to pay for these projects, low-cost touches to... read more -
July 15 Friday6:00 PM → 7:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsLocations: Online ClassRagtime, Boogie-Woogie and Swing: Let's celebrate the diversity and creativity that got everyone's toes tappin’, and kept the dance floor rockin'. Ragtime had its roots in the sporting houses of the South, Boogie-Woogie woke everyone up in Texas, and Swing adopted some of the magic to provide the sound track for New York’s fanciest clubs and the corner... read more -
July 27 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:15 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dorie Glass, Associate Broker, Long & Foster Real EstateLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreAre you are considering selling your home now or in the near future? It’s never too early to get your home ready. This session will cover proven strategies to enhance and position your home for today's buyers. Topics will include home improvement projects that will maximize your sale price, options to pay for these projects, low-cost touches to... read more
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July 17 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Daryl Davis, MusicianLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home Store(Due to HVAC issues at the Oasis center the date of this class has been moved to Wednesday, July 17 at 1:00pm.) From the mid-1950s through the present, his influence continues to shape Rock music like no one else on many different levels. He introduced flamboyance and glamour to the genre and the screaming of "Wooo," which permeates the songs of the Beatles... read more -
July 18 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steven Gimbel, Professor of Philosophy, Gettysburg CollegeLocations: Online ClassMachines can think...or can they? We know computers can calculate, and we know that for us to calculate we must think, but surely it does not then follow that computers must have thoughts. But could they? What would it mean for a machine to think? How would we know if a machine was actually thinking or just making it look as if it... read more -
July 19 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Henry George, Engineer, Archaeologist and GeologistLocations: Online ClassThe Ancient Roman Province of Illyricum includes today four modern republics of the Former Yugoslavia – Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia, and Montenegro. These countries in the Northwest Balkan Peninsula contain some of the most picturesque vistas and unique cultures in Europe. This lecture will explore from an anthropological perspective the prehistory,... read more -
July 19 Tuesday03:00 PM → 04:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jonina Duker, Certified Book Discussion LeaderLocations: Online ClassYes, you read the book title correctly: “octopus” sandwiched between “soul” and “consciousness”. The naturalist author meets her first octopus, Athena, at the New England Aquarium, followed by Kali and Karma. Cephalopods, otherwise known as octopi, like humans, get bored, display emotions through their bodies, and form attachments – in this... read more -
July 20 Wednesday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Ashley Bone, MD, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral HealthLocations: Online ClassThe pandemic caused lots of depression, anxiety and loneliness in older adults. Join Dr. Bone, Chair, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Suburban Hospital as she discusses the changes among mental health and the challenges facing older adults in a post pandemic... read more -
RECORDEDJuly 29 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Arch Campbell, Reporter and CriticLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineOne of D.C.’s most popular and enduring local television news personalities, Arch Campbell, shares how he inadvertently became an entertainment reporter and joined one of the country’s most successful on-air collaborations at NBC Washington. After the talk, Campbell will be signing copies of his new autobiography, The Accidental Critic: A Television... read more -
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August 8 Tuesday9:00 AM → 10:00 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Larissa Johnson, Exercise InstructorLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreAt the instructor's request, the date/time of this class has been changed from August 1 to August 8 at 9 am. Cardio drumming takes a simple movement – drumming – and turns it into a full-body workout that will leave you smiling and feeling great. You can do it seated or standing. Cardio drumming provides cardio exercise and helps improve your motor... read more -
July 20 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Robert Watson, PhD, Distinguished Professor of American History, Lynn UniversityLocations: Online ClassIn this talk, Dr. Watson will share inspiring stories of great women, some you may know, some you may not. They came from all walks of life, periods in history, ages, and occupations. We’ll discuss their contributions to the nation and... read more -
September 14 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Joan Hart, Art History Instructor, Museum One, Inc.Locations: Online ClassEdward Hopper’s "Nighthawks" is widely recognized and has become a part of American culture. Both a subject of honor and parody, Hopper’s urban diner is one of the country’s most famous works of art. This program will provide an in-depth exploration of Hopper’s 1942 painting as well as an overview of his artistic development and career. In addition,... read more -
July 22 Monday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Dr. Michael Kryzanek, Professor Emeritus, Political Science, Bridgewater State UniversityLocations: Online ClassThe United States military is an essential institution within the governing structure of the country. The military is not only charged with protecting the nation from foreign threats, but is also an important factor in affecting domestic economic conditions and enhancing corporate growth. This course will examine the role played by the military in shaping... read more -
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August 2 – August 3 Wednesday, Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: Deeva Garel, Technology InstructorLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreIf you are fairly new to using an iPhone or just not as familiar with it as you would like to be, this class will help you learn how to use your iPhone for more than voice calls. Topics include organizing the Home screen, using voice recognition, setting up the Find My app to find your phone should it become lost or stolen, downloading and installing apps,... read more -
July 22 Monday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Wider Circle Volunteer CoordinatorLocations: TripA Wider Circle’s Essential Support program provides basic items for the home to our neighbors seeking to rise out of poverty. Volunteers help sort donations and stock the showrooms where clients select their items. With the help of volunteer groups like ours, A Wider Circle is able to furnish 10-20 homes free of charge each day for our neighbors in... read more -
July 21 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Melvin Goodman, Adjunct Professor, Int'l Relations, Johns Hopkins Univ.Locations: Online ClassThis lecture will deal with the long-term and immediate causes of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It will examine Russian concerns with the increased powers of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as well as the reasons for Russia’s failures on the battlefield. Finally, we will examine the policies and personality of Russian President Vladimir... read more -
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July 23 Tuesday10:30 AM → 3:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Ken Ow, AARP VolunteerLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreDrivers who complete this course may receive a multi-year discount on their auto insurance, depending on state regulations. Exciting new content includes information on brain health, railroad and animal crossings, plus expanded information on car technology and updates on the many new laws in Maryland. A number of tips will be offered to help reduce your... read more
