Learn the game whose name means “clattering sparrows” due to the sound of the tiles as they’re shuffled. We’ll use the National Mah Jongg League card, with plenty of time to play and build skills. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to confidently join a mah jongg group. Students purchase their own 2026 NMJL card. $5 materials fee.

Experience the lively tradition of contra dance, popular since colonial times. Dancers learn figures such as allemande, dosido, circle, star, promenade, and swing while progressing through long lines of couples. Instruction includes walk-throughs before dancing to music, with guidance from a caller throughout. Circle dances and English country dances will also be introduced. https://sites.nd.edu/wcawley/dance/.

We will use cotton rope/clothesline to sew a beautiful and useful bowl using the zig-zag stitch on a sewing machine. You just need to know basic sewing techniques for this course, and if possible, bring a working sewing machine with you. If you cannot bring a machine, I will have two extra machines for people to share. If time allows, we will learn techniques like adding fabric to a bowl. The course cost includes all materials needed (cotton rope, thread, needle and basic instructions). The session will meet on Friday, September 18 for 3 hours. 

Explore the complex relationship between religion and politics in the United States. Topics include America’s religious history and landscape, theories of religion and culture, public opinion, voting behavior, and the role religion plays in shaping American society, identity, and contemporary political life.

What happens when someone dies, and who makes the important decisions? Join a licensed funeral director with 17+ years of experience for an informative look at burial, cremation, funeral planning, legal considerations, and consumer choices. Learn about key documents, the history and science of funeral service, and ways to avoid costly mistakes. Bring your questions for an open Q&A and gain practical knowledge to help your family make informed decisions. Meets every other Friday for a 3-hour session.

Do you love playing canasta or maybe it’s been a while. Let’s get back on that horse! You already know how much fun it is! Score sheets will be provided as well as rules, and cards.

Learn the basics of traditional Hawaiian hula through graceful movements, expressive hand gestures, and rhythmic footwork. Students will explore foundational steps while discovering the cultural stories and history behind the dance. The course emphasizes rhythm, coordination, flexibility, and fun in a welcoming beginner-friendly environment. An optional performance opportunity will be available.

Return to your watercolor practice and enjoy creating with fellow artists. Projects include tropical leaves, palm trees, bamboo, roses, black-and-white studies, quick paintings, desserts, landscapes featuring the sun or moon, abstract art, and a final composite project. Prerequisite: Beginning Watercolor. $3.00 copy fee included in class cost.