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W05 Singing on Sight (without “Reading Music”)
with Maretta Hershberger, M.A.
Can’t read music? Maybe you can...A singer once told me, “When I see the note, I can sing it, but I don’t know what it is.” This class will help you know just that - how to sing the note without necessarily knowing “what it is.” Believe it or not, you do not need to know the name of a note to know how it should sound. This is not music theory, but ear training, learning to hear the notes and their relationship to each other, enabling you to sing what you see. This class is aimed at choral singers who love to sing but learn primarily by ear; however, anyone is welcome. $2.00 copy fee due at first class.
W07 Introduction to Origami
with R. Patrick Hickey
Show the basic folds and bases from which more complex objects can be formed.
Hopefully this class will enable the student to be comfortable to follow other directions readily found on the internet. Paper will be discussed at the 1st class and square origami paper can be purchased at craft stores or on Amazon. A $2.00 copy charge will be collected at the 1st class.
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W06 Forever Euchre Club
with George Azar, M. Ed.
Join us for Forever Euchre Club, a fun and social class designed for those who enjoy this fast-paced card game of strategy and teamwork! Each week, participants will gather to play friendly games of euchre in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just learning the ropes, this club offers a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, share tips, and enjoy lively conversation. No formal instruction—just plenty of cards, laughter, and camaraderie. Bring your competitive spirit and get ready for lots of fun! All skill levels are welcome.
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W08 Taking down their Harps. The history of "Hidden Saints: Black Catholic Voices That Changed America, A History of Faith and Freedom
with Richard Putz, B.A.
Meet the first Black Catholic slave of record to arrive on Texas soil in 1528, the enslaved layman who became New York's most beloved philanthropist. Discover the mixed-race brothers who became bishops while passing for white. Learn about the nuns who defied segregation and the activists who demanded the Church live up to its gospel. This course uncovers the remarkable—and largely forgotten—history of Black Catholics who challenged racism inside and outside the Church while creating vibrant spiritual communities. Powerful stories that will change how you see American history. Join us for eye-opening history that speaks directly to today's conversations about race, religion, and belonging.
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Th01 Watercolor Workshop - Zoom
with Dorothy McGovern, M.A.
Each week we'll paint a picture. Before class, you'll receive a sketch, a reference photo and a list of paint colors and accessories. In class we'll practice a technique, then move on and use the technique in our painting. Each week expect something different - we'll do loose paintings and realistic painting - everybody gets a chance to suggest what they'd like to paint. Everyone is encouraged to be creative and paint their own version of the subject. Prerequisites: Beginner Water Color and Zoom Experience
Th02 Hot Spots In the Cold War
with Robert Jankowski, MBA
From Cuba to Ukraine: We will take a look at all the flashpoints that could have escalated into WWIII
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Th05 Watercolor Workshop - Zoom
with Dorothy McGovern, M.A.
Each week we'll paint a picture. Before class, you'll receive a sketch, a reference photo and a list of paint colors and accessories. In class we'll practice a technique, then move on and use the technique in our painting. Each week expect something different - we'll do loose paintings and realistic painting - everybody gets a chance to suggest what they'd like to paint. Everyone is encouraged to be creative and paint their own version of the subject. Prerequisites: Beginner Water Color and Zoom Experience
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Th03 Uncle Tom's Cabin by H. B. Stowe
with John H. Haas, Ph.D.
Today, the typical novel sells fewer than 1000 copies over its lifetime; Uncle Tom's Cabin sold more than 3000 copies on the first day of its publication in 1852. An international sensation, it was translated into more than 20 languages by the end of the decade, and was the first American novel to be translated into Chinese, in 1901. When Lincoln met the 5 foot tall Stowe he remarked, "So this is the little lady who started this great war." Perhaps the most important novel ever written, it's fast paced, psychologically astute, and culturally informed. We will be using the Norton Critical Edition of the book, which I ask students to purchase