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August 26 Thursday1:00 PM → 2:15 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Brian Rose, Professor (ret.), Department of Communication and Media Studies, Fordham Universitys College at Lincoln CenterLocations: Online ClassBeginning in the mid-1950s, rock music found a surprising home on mainstream television. Programs hosted by Milton Berle, Steve Allen, and especially Ed Sullivan featured a wide variety of musicians. Then, in 1964, the appearance of the Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show would change the face of pop culture, leading to an explosion of televised rock. This... read more -
August 27 Friday6:00 PM → 7:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsLocations: Online ClassMozart’s concertos are musical miracles. They are graceful and elegant. He blessed the world with 27 piano concertos, his “out of this world” clarinet concerto, and additional woodwind, violin, and horn concertos. A day with Mozart is a better day! Enjoy with a treat of your choice! (For more Friday night music programs, see class #624, 656, 669,... read more
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March 20 10:00 AM → 11:30 AMSessions: 1Instructor: Caitlin MillerLocations: Online ClassPresented by Planet Word, The Museum where Words come to Life, in this session participants consider how words are themselves cultural artifacts. Participants also participate in quick linguistic puzzles and analyze a spoken-word piece by Professor Jamila Lysicott, presented in the Words Matter gallery at Planet Word. The session will provide opportunities... read more -
July 14 Wednesday7:00 PM → 8:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: William Durham, Stanford UniversityLocations: Online ClassExplore open questions about one of the most studied environments on Earth. How did tree finches evolve where there were no trees? Why are Nazca and blue-footed boobies so very aggressive, despite comical appearances? Join us for this fascinating look at the island that inspired Darwin's Origin of Species! This program is in partnership with and hosted... read more
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February 9 10:30 AM → 3:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Linda Shiffman, Tutor InstructorLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreNew tutor training is required for all volunteers seeking to participate in our Oasis Tutoring program. During this full-day training you will engage with fellow new tutors and get a glimpse of what tutoring looks like in action. Together with your peers you will participate in activities focused on teaching and building literacy skills with children. You... read more -
July 29 Thursday7:00 PM → 8:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Stephanie Miller, Founder, Zero Waste in DCLocations: Online ClassDig into the contents of your recycling bin during this hands-on workshop with Zero Waste in DC Founder Stephanie Miller. Identify what's recyclable, what's not, and how to reduce waste at home. Everyone will have an opportunity to ask specific questions related to their own recycling. Finally, we'll know whether to recycle that little thing that holds the... read more
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February 23 11:30 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Gloria Silverberg, MCPS School CounselorLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreGloria Silverberg, former MCPS School Counselor (MCPS Counselor of the Year, 2020 & Maryland State Semifinalist Counselor of the Year, 2021) and current Child Social Emotional & Coping Skills Coach, presents on managing student behaviors, i.e., students who are highly distractible or lack academic motivation. You will learn about the impact of the... read more -
February 23 11:30 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Gloria Silverberg, MCPS School CounselorLocations: Online ClassGloria Silverberg, former MCPS School Counselor (MCPS Counselor of the Year, 2020 & Maryland State Semifinalist Counselor of the Year, 2021) and current Child Social Emotional & Coping Skills Coach, presents on managing student behaviors, i.e., students who are highly distractible or lack academic motivation. You will learn about the impact of the... read more
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August 17 Tuesday7:00 PM → 8:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Serenella Linares, Director of Adult Education, AudubonLocations: Online ClassDid you know that Saharan dust storms have a big impact on soil, water, and human health in the Americas? Every year, many tons of dust travel from Africa to the Americas carrying a slew of creatures and minerals. Those particles fertilize marine plankton in the Atlantic, as well as the canopy of trees in the Amazon rainforest. Dust storms are also vectors... read more
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May 6 – July 29 Thursday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 7Instructor: Libby Merrill, FacilitatorLocations: Online ClassParticipants will be invited to suggest topics of interest for a relaxed and lively discussion by the group. Topics will cover a wide range of issues and concerns. Meetings: May 6 and 20; June 3 and 17; July 1, 15, and... read more
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May 21 – August 27 Friday10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Jamie Borns, RN, BSN, CBPN-IC, Suburban Hospital Breast Cancer Nurse NavigatorLocations: Online ClassRegister by emailing Jamie Borns, Suburban Hospital Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator, at [email protected] Suburban Hospital, Sibley Memorial Hospital, and Washington Metropolitan Oasis have partnered to present this program for breast cancer survivors. Join Jamie Borns, Suburban Hospital Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator, for this free monthly program that... read more
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July 9 – August 6 Friday2:00 PM → 3:00 PMSessions: 2Instructor: Sheila Griffith, Program Manager, Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area ChapterLocations: Online Class 4Are you or a loved one experiencing issues with memory loss or other cognitive impairment? Do you have trouble with your daily activities? Join us on the first Friday of each month for a fun and social way for you to meet and spend time with others experiencing a similar journey. You are not alone. Meeting dates are: July 9 and August 6. Limit:... read more
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July 14 – August 25 Wednesday11:00 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 4Instructor: Roberta Drucker, LCSW-CLocations: Online Class 4Even when caring for a loved one is an act of love, it still takes many new skills and a great deal of energy. It also raises a lot of questions. Our Caregiver Series offers a place to learn from the experiences of others and to encourage those who are in similar circumstances. The sessions will be facilitated by compassionate professionals. Some sessions... read more
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August 31 10:30 AM → 3:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Linda Shiffman, Tutor InstructorLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreNew tutor training is required for all volunteers seeking to participate in our Oasis Tutoring program. During this full-day training you will engage with fellow new tutors and get a glimpse of what tutoring looks like in action. Together with your peers you will participate in activities focused on teaching and building literacy skills with children. You... read more -
September 8 Wednesday7:00 PM → 8:00 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Dr. Pete Marra, Director, Georgetown Environment Initiative Laudato Si’ Professor of Biology and the Environment Professor, McCourt School of Public Policy, Georgetown UniversityLocations: Online ClassTravel on a hemispheric journey to discover the unknown migrations of the birds, the latest technologies used for bird tracking, and why it’s up to us to uncover the secrets of bird biology to protect these marvelous species. Migratory birds are the Olympians of the natural world, traveling extreme distances, flying at night in flocks of tens of... read more
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September 21 10:30 AM → 3:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Linda Shiffman, Tutor InstructorLocations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreNew tutor training is required for all volunteers seeking to participate in our Oasis Tutoring program. During this full-day training you will engage with fellow new tutors and get a glimpse of what tutoring looks like in action. Together with your peers you will participate in activities focused on teaching and building literacy skills with children. You... read more
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September 13 Monday11:00 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steve Roberts, Journalist and AuthorLocations: Oasis at the Macy's Home StoreSteve Roberts will talk about the state of politics today. Why is there so much polarization? What role is played by Congressional districts, the news media, campaign money and the decline of moderates in both parties? Steve will discuss the changing ways voters get information about politics and how that impacts the political process. And rapidly shifting... read more
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September 28 10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Locations: Oasis at the Macys Home StoreCome join us for coffee to kickoff the start of the new tutoring school year! During this event, Kathleen McDaniel, Tutor Coordinator will review tutoring basics and reminders for the year. You will have an opportunity to ask questions and meet fellow tutors, experienced and new. Every tutor will receive a folder with essential information you will... read more -
September 28 10:30 AM → 12:00 PMSessions: 1Locations: Online ClassCome join us for coffee to kickoff the start of the new tutoring school year! During this event, Kathleen McDaniel, Tutor Coordinator will review tutoring basics and reminders for the year. You will have an opportunity to ask questions and meet fellow tutors, experienced and new. Every tutor will receive a folder with essential information you will... read more
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September 13 Monday11:00 AM → 12:30 PMSessions: 1Instructor: Steve Roberts, Journalist and AuthorLocations: Online ClassSteve Roberts will talk about the state of politics today. Why is there so much polarization? What role is played by Congressional districts, the news media, campaign money and the decline of moderates in both parties? Steve will discuss the changing ways voters get information about politics and how that impacts the political process. And rapidly shifting... read more
