Steve Roberts has been a journalist for almost 60 years, covering some of the major events of his time, including fourteen presidential election campaigns. As a broadcaster, Roberts appears regularly as a political analyst on the ABC radio network and writes a nationally-syndicated newspaper column. He teaches politics and journalism at George Washington University, and lectures widely on American politics and the role of the news media. Join Steve for a look at the upcoming 2022 Congressional midterm and gubernatorial elections

This class will focus on a review of ways to motivate yourself, and keep yourself motivated, to engage in physical activity. It will begin with a review of physical activity guidelines and what you should think about as your goals. We'll then address screening and whether or not it is needed. We'll next have a comprehensive review of tricks of the trade to start a program and to keep yourself motivated. We'll conclude with a presentation of various motivational resources.

September is National Falls Prevention Month! Join Jim Resnick, Battalion Fire Chief at Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service (ret), to learn about the national and local data for falls, home and bathroom safety features to reduce the risk of falling, what is a home safety check, who to call, when to call and why to call.

Join us for a guided walking tour of the enchanting historic National Park Seminary, once a private women’s school, then Walter Reed’s rehabilitation center, and now a unique residential community.

Bump your smartphone skills up a notch and learn how to use the full complement of camera and photo editing features for fun and creative photography. Learn about new techniques and resources to get started and/or improve your photography using your cell phone. Please bring your fully-charged Apple or Android cell phone, your charger, and your Google login information to class.

The true history of Roe v. Wade was never about women's rights or autonomy. The case preceding Roe, which laid the constitutional groundwork and subsequent answer for Roe, was a case in Connecticut about citizens being allowed to use contraceptives. Married couples were prohibited from using contraceptives in their own homes. The year was 1965, not 1879 when the law was first passed. The argument for Roe came from the 9th and 14th Amendment, which guarantee the right to privacy to individuals. However, now we're back to where we started, before abortion was legal. What will this new landscape look like for women?

When he wrote about his career challenges, the perils of fame, and the fleeting pleasures of life, Marcus Aurelius knew what he was talking about. Emperor of Rome, leader of legions of soldiers, and philosopher at heart, Marcus left behind for us his journal, one of the most beloved books in the Western canon. At the heart of Stoicism is this notion: that we control almost none of the circumstances of our lives, but we have absolute autonomy over our reactions to them. Like Buddhism in the East, Stoicism offers clear, down to earth, and straightforward guidance for how to navigate this challenging life.

From 1956 to 1969, Elvis Presley made 31 films, playing the above-the-title star in all but one. That’s an extraordinary achievement and it helped make him one of the wealthiest performers in Hollywood as a result. But unfortunately, Elvis’ dream of being taken seriously as an actor and becoming a true movie star was never fulfilled, thanks to the almost insatiable greed and crass commercial instincts of his manager, Col. Tom Parker. This talk will examine the ups and downs of Presley’s Hollywood career, which started off with such promise in films like King Creole and Jailhouse Rock but would ultimately conclude with dozens of cheap, mediocre movies.

The Supreme Court struck down a New York law that required residents to show “good cause” for carrying a weapon when applying for a permit. Maryland has a similar “good cause” requirement that is now unconstitutional under the new ruling. However, it is still constitutional to require people to apply for permits and meet certain restrictions. For example, residents under the age of 21, cannot get a permit. People with certain criminal records cannot get a permit. Also, there are certain sensitive areas where people cannot carry a weapon such as schools and courtrooms.

The Supreme Court struck down a New York law that required residents to show “good cause” for carrying a weapon when applying for a permit. Maryland has a similar “good cause” requirement that is now unconstitutional under the new ruling. However, it is still constitutional to require people to apply for permits and meet certain restrictions. For example, residents under the age of 21, cannot get a permit. People with certain criminal records cannot get a permit. Also, there are certain sensitive areas where people cannot carry a weapon such as schools and courtrooms.

This class will explore Van Gogh’s life and personality, shattering myths about Van Gogh and providing an in-depth visual analysis of his most famous paintings along the way. It will trace his development as an artist and take on some of the common misperceptions of him and his work – for example, that he was a solitary and mad genius of popular culture. It also will explore his relationships with his brother Theo and the artist Paul Gaugin and the actions Theo’s wife took that brought posthumous recognition to Van Gogh.

This class will explore Van Gogh’s life and personality, shattering myths about Van Gogh and providing an in-depth visual analysis of his most famous paintings along the way. It will trace his development as an artist and take on some of the common misperceptions of him and his work – for example, that he was a solitary and mad genius of popular culture. It also will explore his relationships with his brother Theo and the artist Paul Gaugin and the actions Theo’s wife took that brought posthumous recognition to Van Gogh.

From humble beginnings in 1971, The Eagles quickly became one of the most successful American rock bands of the decade, racking up six Grammy Awards. Despite disbanding for over a decade and taking a short break between 2016-17, the band is back together again.  Modern-day audiences will have certainly heard some of their greatest hits, such as “Desperado”, “Hotel California”, and “Take it Easy”.

In this and Steve Gimbel's other classes this term, we will examine the multifaceted nature of humor and its integral role in the human experience. Besides laugher, what does humor provide us?  Is the ability to find things funny what makes us human? Is a humorless life an impoverished existence? Does humor just make us laugh at nonsense or are there profound insights and meanings that come from appreciating the funny?  Is the ability to find things funny what makes us human? Is a humorless life an impoverished existence? Does humor just make us laugh at nonsense or are there profound insights and meanings that come from appreciating the funny? (See also, class #556, 595, 635)

Learn how to act as an immediate responder to help save lives when disaster strikes. Individuals with little or no medical training will learn how use their hands to apply pressure to a wound, pack a wound to control bleeding, how to correctly apply a tourniquet. These three techniques will empower you to assist in an emergency and potentially save a life. Get trained!

We will begin this musical journey in the 1st Century and enjoy Medieval Europe, danceable Renaissance tunes, the music of the Baroque and Classical masters, and much more! We will hear ancient chants and ballads to the fabulous orchestral soundtracks of the present. This hour is designed to allow you to experience gorgeous music through time.

Suburban Hospital physical therapists will use a Falls Risk screening tool to evaluate your risk as low, moderate, or high.

During the mid 1900s the Osage tribe in Oklahoma were targeted in a murderous scheme to steal their oil rights by assassinating or poisoning key members of the tribe. Not until the FBI under the direction of J.Edgar Hoover was justice meted out to the killers, yet hundreds of Osage people were killed. The presentation will follow the Reign of Terror from the the early days of the Osage to the intervention of the FBI.