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October 10 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dan Sherman, PhDLocations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineAlthough now best known for his work with Oscar Hammerstein, composer Richard Rodgers worked with the brilliant Lorenz Hart to give us some of his most inventive music in nearly 30 stage shows. Songs like Manhattan, Bewitched, My Funny Valentine, The Lady is a Tramp, Ten Cents a Dance, and I Wish I Were in Love Again have become classics. In our class, we... read more -
October 18 Tuesday1:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Henry George, Engineer, Archaeologist and GeologistLocations: Online ClassThe Egyptians have been keeping historical records of their rulers to the year since 1991 BCE and in approximate time before that. This lecture will begin with the story and resulting legends of Howard Carter’s discovery of King Tut’s Tomb. We'll then review the dynasties and rulers of Ancient Egypt from the Early Dynastic Period through the New... read more -
November 17 Friday10:30 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Marianne Starr, Naturalist, Locust Grove Nature CenterLocations: TripLevel of difficulty: 3/5 We’ll have spectacular views of the Potomac River, the C & O Canal, and trees in their fall glory. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and layers. Hiking poles are recommended for stability as the trail is uneven and relatively steep in a few places. . Bring a snack and water bottle. There are no restrooms here so plan accordingly! Maybe... read more -
October 18 Tuesday03:00 PM → 04:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jonina Duker, Certified Book Discussion LeaderLocations: Online ClassPrize-winning author Geraldine Brooks gives us another dazzling work inspired by forgotten history. She once again weaves past (1850s Kentucky and Louisiana, 1950s New York) with the present (2019 Washington DC). The past includes the lives of a racehorse Lexington, his owner Richard Ten Broeck, his enslaved groom Jarret, the itinerant painter Thomas... read more -
November 20 Monday10:30 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 -
October 15 Tuesday10:00 AM → 1:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: CarFit TechniciansLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreThere's a lot more to safe driving than how you drive. Having the proper fit inside your vehicle can make a big difference and help protect you and those around you. With CarFit, an educational program developed by AAA, AARP, and the American Occupational Therapy Association, you’ll get information and resources on how you can enhance your safety in the... read more -
October 19 Wednesday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Cecilia Esquivel and Dani Cortaza, CantareLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreCantaré performs songs in Spanish and Portuguese, while sharing the music’s cultural background. You will hear a variety of instruments from different Latin American countries. You'll also learn about the geography and history of Latin America and about the different cultures that shaped its music – Indigenous, European and African. This event is made... read more -
October 19 Wednesday10:30 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Kimberly Coleman, Licensed Acupuncturist, RNLocations: Online ClassAutumn is here! Join Kimberly Coleman, a Registered Nurse and Doctor of Acupuncture to get an overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and its modalities including acupuncture, TCM practitioners use herbs, moxibustion, and cupping to treat a range of conditions. Kimberly will also discuss what foods are best to eat in Autumn and self-care treatments... read more -
October 19 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Daryl Davis, MusicianLocations: Online ClassMost people think in terms of Classical music when thinking of music prodigies. While there are many great Classical music prodigies, this class will dispel and shatter the myth that Classical musicians have a monopoly on the gift of musical genius. They come in all genres, genders, colors, and nationalities. Musicians like Mozart don't come along... read more -
November 21 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Bonita Billman, Art History LecturerLocations: Online ClassColonial American art was a vibrant concern, despite the small number of patrons who could afford to commission artwork. Portraiture was always much in demand. Benjamin West, John Singleton Copley and Gilbert Stuart were all leading lights in the Colonial and Federal periods. Also, there were many other artists just coming into their own by 1799 (when... 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 -
October 19 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Daryl Davis, MusicianLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreMost people think in terms of Classical music when thinking of music prodigies. While there are many great Classical music prodigies, this class will dispel and shatter the myth that Classical musicians have a monopoly on the gift of musical genius. They come in all genres, genders, colors, and nationalities. Musicians like Mozart don't come along... read more
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November 21 Tuesday3:00 PM → 4:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Jonina Duker, Certified Book Discussion LeaderLocations: Online ClassJohn Robert Lewis was born in 1940 to a family of sharecroppers and died in 2020 as an acclaimed international leader. An original Freedom Rider in 1961, he was later elected 19 times as one of Georgia’s Representatives in Congress. Among the author’s honors is the 2009 Pulitzer for a biography of President Andrew Jackson. This work concludes with... read more -
October 15 Tuesday1:00 PM → 2:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Elaine Apter, Secretary, League of Women Voters, Montgomery Cty.Locations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineOn November 5, we will choose our next President, and as Marylanders, we will also be asked to decide on several different state and local ballot questions. The wording in these ballot questions can often be difficult to decipher and may leave many voters wondering whether they voted in favor of or against an issue! Join Elaine Apter from the League of... read more -
October 20 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Bonita Billman, Art History LecturerLocations: Online ClassYou may feel you have been here before, for Waddesdon was an inspiration for Biltmore in Ashville, NC. Part of the National Trust. Waddesdon Manor, built by the Rothschild family, is full of English Grand Manner portraits, French furniture and Sevres porcelain and countless other treasures. We’ll take a tour of the house, and revel in the art objects,... 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 -
October 16 Wednesday1:00 PM → 2:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Joan Hart, Art History Instructor, Museum One, Inc.Locations: Hybrid - At Oasis and OnlineImmerse yourself in the Paris art scene of 1874 and explore the origins of the French Impressionist movement with art historian Joan Hart. This three-part series will illuminate the historic exhibition at the National Gallery, "Paris 1874: The Impressionist Moment", a rare reunion of many of the paintings featured in the groundbreaking 1874 Paris exhibition... read more -
October 21 Friday10:30 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Canden Arciniega, Manager and Guide, DC by FootLocations: TripEnjoy an autumn day exploring the diverse history and architecture of Georgetown, which is older than DC itself. Our two mile walk will include historic homes, Kennedy homes, the oldest house in DC, the C&O Canal, and the oldest family-run restaurant in DC. We’ll be viewing from the street and not entering any residences. Participants are responsible... read more
