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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 moreExplore 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 leave inspired to experiment at home with what they already have. This is a demonstration, not a hands-on, class. -
August 10 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Ali Soltani, Owner/Project Manager and Melissa Bressler, Occupational Therapist, HandyProLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreIs your home aging gracefully with you? This educational discussion introduces what is a home modification, how home modifications can play an important role in improving one's safety and independence as one grows older, why planning ahead before a fall or health condition can be beneficial, what are simple and low-cost home modifications, and which home... read moreIs your home aging gracefully with you? This educational discussion introduces what is a home modification, how home modifications can play an important role in improving one's safety and independence as one grows older, why planning ahead before a fall or health condition can be beneficial, what are simple and low-cost home modifications, and which home modification funding options are available. -
August 17 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steven Gimbel, Professor of Philosophy, Gettysburg CollegeLocations: Online ClassTheir salon at 27 Rue de Fleurus was the incubator of a thousand intellectual developments. They hosted the likes of Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Juan Gris, Ernest Hemingway, Archibald MacLeish, and Thornton Wilder. They were the parents of modernism, and their relationship so close that Stein wrote Toklas' autobiography. This lecture will examine their... read moreTheir salon at 27 Rue de Fleurus was the incubator of a thousand intellectual developments. They hosted the likes of Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Juan Gris, Ernest Hemingway, Archibald MacLeish, and Thornton Wilder. They were the parents of modernism, and their relationship so close that Stein wrote Toklas' autobiography. This lecture will examine their life, love, and work. (See related classes #365 and 396.) -
August 8 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steven Gimbel, Professor of Philosophy, Gettysburg CollegeLocations: Online ClassAre there thoughts we cannot think and if so, how can we think about them? What are the limits of thoughts? Are they indicative of aspects of the world or simply arbitrary boundaries of our neurological wiring? We can surely think of thinks that are false, but can we imagine that which is impossible? Could there be truths that we cannot know and if so, how... read moreAre there thoughts we cannot think and if so, how can we think about them? What are the limits of thoughts? Are they indicative of aspects of the world or simply arbitrary boundaries of our neurological wiring? We can surely think of thinks that are false, but can we imagine that which is impossible? Could there be truths that we cannot know and if so, how would we know this without knowing them? -
August 11 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dan Sherman, Musical Theatre InstructorLocations: Online ClassAlthough some might think classical music is removed from the world of politics, there has long been a political overtone to how classical music is presented and its performers received. This (non-political!) class will discuss fascinating history of how classical music has interacted with larger political history in the two world wars and in particular the... read moreAlthough some might think classical music is removed from the world of politics, there has long been a political overtone to how classical music is presented and its performers received. This (non-political!) class will discuss fascinating history of how classical music has interacted with larger political history in the two world wars and in particular the Cold War. The course will cover roughly 100 years from the First World War, and include material related to the current situation in the Ukraine. -
August 8 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Judy Scott Feldman, Ph.D., Art Historian/National Mall CoalitionLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineThe Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, with one of the greatest collections of Western (European) art in the world, is impossible to appreciate in one visit, or even two or three. In this two-part virtual tour, we’ll skip effortlessly from gallery to gallery to highlight some of the masterpieces of painting and sculpture in the Met. Moving... read moreThe Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, with one of the greatest collections of Western (European) art in the world, is impossible to appreciate in one visit, or even two or three. In this two-part virtual tour, we’ll skip effortlessly from gallery to gallery to highlight some of the masterpieces of painting and sculpture in the Met. Moving chronologically, we’ll consider how each master work expresses a distinctive interpretation of nature and the human form and what makes it a stand-out among its contemporaries. For this class, we will explore Renaissance to early modern painting, including the 45 galleries reorganized for the new exhibition “Look Again: European Paintings 1300-1800.” -
August 11 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: David B Lindauer, Lt. Colonel (Ret.), US Army Signal CorpsLocations: Online ClassTo promote the success of the Allied landings on D-Day, British and American planners organized an enormous array of deceptions to distract the Germans and draw their attention away from the real landings. This presentation looks at those plans, how they were conceived and the many ruses, plants, and false information used to protect the plans'... read moreTo promote the success of the Allied landings on D-Day, British and American planners organized an enormous array of deceptions to distract the Germans and draw their attention away from the real landings. This presentation looks at those plans, how they were conceived and the many ruses, plants, and false information used to protect the plans' security. -
August 17 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Barbara Paulson, Travel SpecialistLocations: Online ClassYes, you’ve seen St. Vitus Cathedral and the John Lennon wall, BUT have you been to a beer spa? The Cold War Museum? The second-most famous castle in Prague with a church decorated in both Gothic and Art Nouveau styles? A museum dedicated to the history of garnet mining in the Czech lands? Artifacts from early Czech astronomers Tycho Brahe and Johannes... read moreYes, you’ve seen St. Vitus Cathedral and the John Lennon wall, BUT have you been to a beer spa? The Cold War Museum? The second-most famous castle in Prague with a church decorated in both Gothic and Art Nouveau styles? A museum dedicated to the history of garnet mining in the Czech lands? Artifacts from early Czech astronomers Tycho Brahe and Johannes Kepler? European Travel Specialist Barbara Paulson offers alternatives to the oft-visited sites of Prague. (See related classes #319, 357, and 387.) -
August 11 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: David B Lindauer, Lt. Colonel (Ret.), US Army Signal CorpsLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreTo promote the success of the Allied landings on D-Day, British and American planners organized an enormous array of deceptions to distract the Germans and draw their attention away from the real landings. This presentation looks at those plans, how they were conceived and the many ruses, plants, and false information used to protect the plans'... read moreTo promote the success of the Allied landings on D-Day, British and American planners organized an enormous array of deceptions to distract the Germans and draw their attention away from the real landings. This presentation looks at those plans, how they were conceived and the many ruses, plants, and false information used to protect the plans' security.
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May 8 – August 14 No Class: May 29, July 3Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 13Instructor: Oasis MembersLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreThis is a practice, not an instructional, group. Play the game and practice your skills with other advanced-beginner and intermediate players. Limit:12. The group will not meet on May 29. Please bring your own... read moreThis is a practice, not an instructional, group. Play the game and practice your skills with other advanced-beginner and intermediate players. Limit:12. The group will not meet on May 29. Please bring your own card. -
August 12 Friday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steven Gimbel, Professor of Philosophy, Gettysburg CollegeLocations: Online ClassIsaac Newton created the most important scientific theory in history. This theory not only accounted for the falling of apples and the motion of planets, but gave rise to a scientific worldview that many thought could explain everything. But that result bothered Newton, who thought it squeezed God out of the picture. We will explore Newton's life, science,... read moreIsaac Newton created the most important scientific theory in history. This theory not only accounted for the falling of apples and the motion of planets, but gave rise to a scientific worldview that many thought could explain everything. But that result bothered Newton, who thought it squeezed God out of the picture. We will explore Newton's life, science, and beliefs to see the genius behind the science. -
August 10 Saturday10:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Marianne Starr, Naturalist, Locust Grove Nature CenterLocations: TripLevel of Difficulty: 2.5 out of 5 This natural trail includes a beautiful waterfall and plenty of trees to keep you in the shade. Its namesake, Rachel Carson, was an outstanding American writer, environmental activist, and Montgomery County resident. Burnt Mills West Special Park, 10700 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD. Poles are optional. ... read moreLevel of Difficulty: 2.5 out of 5 This natural trail includes a beautiful waterfall and plenty of trees to keep you in the shade. Its namesake, Rachel Carson, was an outstanding American writer, environmental activist, and Montgomery County resident. Burnt Mills West Special Park, 10700 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD. Poles are optional. There are no restrooms, but the park is across the street from a Trader Joe's and a Starbuck's. Walkers will leave promptly at 10:00 am, so plan to arrive and park before then. (See additional walks: #248, 349, 396) -
August 12 Friday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Nanak Chugh, MD - Neurology Section Chief at SibleyLocations: Online ClassHeadache is among the most common medical complaints. An overview of different headache types, what to watch out for and common treatments... read moreHeadache is among the most common medical complaints. An overview of different headache types, what to watch out for and common treatments options. -
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 moreProper 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 supported by the Frederick H. Bowis Community Fund. -
August 15 Monday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Blaine Davies, MA, Professor of U.S. HistoryLocations: Online ClassIn one of the most ambitious engineering projects in history, in the early 1900s the United States constructed an aquatic path connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans across the newly-created nation of Panama. The Americans completed what the French started. To do it, the Americans had to conquer disease, move massive amounts of earth, build an... read moreIn one of the most ambitious engineering projects in history, in the early 1900s the United States constructed an aquatic path connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans across the newly-created nation of Panama. The Americans completed what the French started. To do it, the Americans had to conquer disease, move massive amounts of earth, build an ingenious system of locks and even create a massive lake. Professor Blaine Davies, who recently visited the Panama Canal, explains how in spite of disease, politics and daunting civil engineering obstacles the canal was conceived, engineered and opened for ocean-to-ocean transit over a century ago.
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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 moreThis 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 Court. The Supreme Court is located on First Street NE between Constitution Avenue NE and East Capitol Street NE. Please enter the building via the Visitor Entrance, located to either side of the main steps on the front plaza, and proceed through security screening. Please allow time as there may be a line. A guide from the Curator’s Office will be posted at the John Marshall statue—the large bronze statue located at the end of the carpet on the ground floor. Please see this link for a list of prohibited items. Photography is prohibited inside the Courtroom, however it is permitted in the public parts of the building. The guide will provide more explicit instruction during the tour. Photos taken by guests elsewhere in the building are approved for personal memento use only and not for publication, and they may not be used in any manner that would convey endorsement by the Supreme Court. If you have any special needs, please inform Oasis ASAP and we will do our best to accommodate you. Please note that the class fee will be used to cover Washington Metro Oasis’s administrative costs. Neither Oasis nor the Court is profiting from this tour. -
August 19 Tuesday3:00 PM → 4:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jonina Duker, Certified Book Discussion LeaderLocations: Online ClassAn enslaved woman has a light-enough complexion and the physique to “pass” as a white man. She and her enslaved husband, who pretends to be her manservant, escape slavery in Georgia in 1848. They find refuge in the North. Newspapers cover them extensively, and they join abolitionists on the lecture circuit. After the Fugitive Slave Act passes in... read moreAn enslaved woman has a light-enough complexion and the physique to “pass” as a white man. She and her enslaved husband, who pretends to be her manservant, escape slavery in Georgia in 1848. They find refuge in the North. Newspapers cover them extensively, and they join abolitionists on the lecture circuit. After the Fugitive Slave Act passes in 1850, they emigrate to England. No, no – this really isn’t fiction! The book won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in Biography and the author used contemporaneous original sources in her exhaustive documentation of the lives of the couple, Ellen Craft (1826 to 1891) and William Craft (1824 to 1900). Please read the book so you can participate in our structured, facilitated, Zoom discussion. (Note: Please join the meeting at 3 pm if you would like some assistance using the features of Zoom. Otherwise, join us at 3:15 pm for the start of our discussion.) (See other book discussions: #322, 362, 401) -
August 16 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Henry George, Engineer, Archaeologist and GeologistLocations: Online ClassThe three small nations forming the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea have a similar recent history, but are very different in their ancient histories, cultures, ethnicities, and attitudes. Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia have been free and independent from the former Soviet Union for over two decades and now are in the process of reclaiming their... read moreThe three small nations forming the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea have a similar recent history, but are very different in their ancient histories, cultures, ethnicities, and attitudes. Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia have been free and independent from the former Soviet Union for over two decades and now are in the process of reclaiming their identities and their places in 21st Century Europe. In this lecture, we will visit these three countries and examine their peoples, places, cultures, and histories. -
August 16 Tuesday03:00 PM → 04:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jonina Duker, Certified Book Discussion LeaderLocations: Online ClassTime for something just a bit different; join us in closing out our summer semester by discussing a very “smiley” Read... 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 moreMontgomery 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 altogether). Audio headsets will be provided. Participants are responsible for their own transportation and will meet at the new Montgomery History Center, located at 4 Courthouse Square, Rockville (corner of Montgomery Avenue and Washington Street, opposite the Rockville Police Station). Metered street parking available or at Rockville Garage B, entrance at 36 Maryland Avenue. The location is also accessible from the Rockville Metro station. Rain date Monday, October 5, 1:00 - 3:00 pm.
