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September 28 Wednesday3:00 PM → 4:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Aubrey Reinmiller, PT, CPTLocations: Online ClassDo you ever feel imbalanced? Have you, or a loved one, had a fall or two in the past year? Come to this interactive class in which a neurological physical therapist assistant and personal trainer, Aubrey Reinmiller, will clarify the most common reasons for imbalance while learning some exercises you can do to improve your balance! In this class, we will... read more -
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September 30 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jill Rivers, Founder, Enjoy the Photo MomentsLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreLearn how to set up medical IDs for first responders, use emergency SOS and contact features, avoid scam calls and filter spam texts, protect personal data on public Wi-Fi, use "Find My" to locate devices or share your location, and more. Handouts will walk you through each step. Be sure to bring your fully charged iPhone to... read more -
September 23 Monday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Deborah Kalb, Writer and PodcasterLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreDeborah Kalb is a writer, book blogger, podcaster, editor, and ex-journalist based in the Washington, D.C., area. Her most recent book is the 2023 novel Off to Join the Circus. Each month this fall, she will be chatting with a local author of note. This month, she'll sit down with Maria Leonard Olsen, the author of Fifty After 50, among other books.... read more -
September 29 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: David B Lindauer, Lt. Colonel (Ret.), US Army Signal CorpsLocations: Online ClassThe Mongol Horde enjoyed a fearsome reputation as a largely undefeated fighting force. They conquered China, terrorized Eastern Europe, sacked Baghdad, and attacked the Mamluks in Egypt. Their military prowess won them the largest contiguous land empire in history: Their conquests stretched from Eastern Europe to the Pacific Ocean. This course takes a look... read more -
September 29 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: David B Lindauer, Lt. Colonel (Ret.), US Army Signal CorpsLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreThe Mongol Horde enjoyed a fearsome reputation as a largely undefeated fighting force. They conquered China, terrorized Eastern Europe, sacked Baghdad, and attacked the Mamluks in Egypt. Their military prowess won them the largest contiguous land empire in history: Their conquests stretched from Eastern Europe to the Pacific Ocean. This course takes a look... read more
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RECORDEDSeptember 30 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dan Sherman, PhDLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineThe son of Irish immigrants, John Ford helped shape the visual identity of America through a remarkable career spanning nearly 50 years. Celebrated as one of cinema’s greatest storytellers, Ford brought a powerful visual style to films ranging from iconic Westerns to stories of war and the Great Depression. This class explores his life and legacy,... read more -
October 30 Monday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Wider Circle Volunteer CoordinatorLocations: TripPlease join us for Oasis Volunteer Day at A Wider Circle. A 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... read more -
September 29 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Denver Brunsman, Associate Chair, Department of History, George Washington UniversityLocations: Online ClassIn recent years, few eras have received more historical attention than Reconstruction, typically defined as the period between 1865 and 1877. Historians have particularly examined why America failed to realize racial equality in the aftermath of the Civil War. Oasis regular Professor Denver Brunsman of George Washington University will share the recent... read more
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September 23 Monday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Melanie Coffin, Chief Operating Officer, Get a Grip Construction Services, Inc.Locations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineJoin us for a friendly and supportive class dedicated to helping seniors stay safe and steady at home. Our expert instructor will guide you through practical home safety tips, simple solutions, and a variety of modern safety options available today. Learn how to make your living space safer and boost your confidence in everyday activities. Together, we can... read more -
September 24 Tuesday10:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Katie Sagayo, Volunteer Manager, Manna Food CenterLocations: TripEstablished in 1983, Manna Food Center distributes approximately 12,000 pounds of food daily. More than just a food bank, Manna is a center of distribution and nutrition education. For this volunteer event, participants will go to Manna’s warehouse and help check expiration dates and sort non-perishable food items into designated bins. Volunteers... read more
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RECORDEDOctober 1 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Maria Thannhauser, Physical Therapist, Suburban HospitalLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineLearn how an Acute Physical Therapist assesses fall risk and what you can do to stay safe and steady. We will cover how to use assistive devices confidently, navigate stairs and uneven surfaces safely, and share simple exercises to help improve your strength and balance. This program is brought to you through the generosity of the Florence Nesh Charitable... read more -
October 31 Tuesday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dan Sherman, PhDLocations: Online ClassOn July 20, 1969, a team of American astronauts met the goal set by President Kennedy in 1969 to land on the moon by 1970 and safely return to earth. This talk will describe the careers of the Apollo astronauts, from those who died in a launch rehearsal in 1967 to the last men who walked (and rode) on the moon in 1972. The class will present a chance to... read more -
September 30 Friday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Robert Sutter, Professor of Practice of International Affairs, George Washington Univ.Locations: Online ClassThe program will answer three sets of questions: Why has US rivalry with China emerged in recent years and why has Congress been so important in this process? Why are challenges posed by Chinese government practices so serious? What are the roles of Congress and developments in Ukraine in insuring continued US resolve to counter the challenges posed by... read more -
September 30 Friday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Robert Sutter, Professor of Practice of International Affairs, George Washington Univ.Locations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreThe program will answer three sets of questions: Why has US rivalry with China emerged in recent years and why has Congress been so important in this process? Why are challenges posed by Chinese government practices so serious? What are the roles of Congress and developments in Ukraine in insuring continued US resolve to counter the challenges posed by... read more
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September 24 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:15 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Frederic Luskin, Director of the Stanford University Forgiveness ProjectsLocations: Online ClassIn this workshop, Dr. Fred Luskin, one of the world’s leading researchers and teachers of forgiveness, will guide you through the steps of how to let go of hurts, grudges and anger, while increasing confidence, hope and happiness. Dr. Luskin founded and currently serves as Director of the Stanford University Forgiveness... read more -
September 30 Friday4:00 PM → 5:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Matthew Wion, Ph.DLocations: Online ClassIn a functioning democracy the media is meant to speak truth to power. The purpose of the news is to insure that the citizenry is informed. Does this mean that the media must be neutral no matter what? Can the media ever ethically take sides? What does a properly functioning media look like? In this class we'll explore the answers to these questions and... read more -
October 3 Monday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Elaine Apter, Secretary, League of Women Voters, Montgomery Cty.Locations: Online ClassAs we prepare for the November election, we will review what happened in the primaries. Were there problems? Did new state law changes affect the election? We will then move to discussing the upcoming General Election with an overview of how the Electoral College works and check out the League of Women Voters' online Voters' Guide - Vote411. We will end... read more -
May 20 – July 1 Thursday3:00 PM → 4:00 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Anna Shuster, Digital Media Manager, Planet Word MuseumLocations: Online ClassIf you aren’t able to attend all four sessions, contact Oasis ([email protected]) to register with a prorated fee. Grab a mug, pull up a cozy chair, and prepare to be inspired by some of America’s most iconic poets. We’ll deepen our appreciation and broaden our understanding of poetry by closely reading the work of Maya Angelou, William Carlos... read more -
September 25 Wednesday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Owen Ullmann, Journalist and AuthorLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineAmericans overwhelmingly believe immigration is a positive force for the nation and, surprisingly, agree on the need to address the recent tide of illegal entries in an effective but humane way. A centrist and common-sense set of reforms exists if only Congress would end its bitter, four-decade-long partisan deadlock on the issue and coalesce around these... read more -
November 1 Wednesday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Richard Bell, Professor of History, University of MarylandLocations: Online ClassFrederick Douglass was a visionary—a prophet who could see a better future that lay just beyond reach. His talents were nothing short of extraordinary and he put his exceptional gifts to use in the service of freedom, driving American slavery into the grave. In this talk, we’ll explore this many-sided man’s life, family, and career, and consider his... read more
