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Waitlist2D FeltingArts, Crafts, and HobbiesWe will talk about the art of felting and the many uses of raw wool. Come and create a wet felted artwork by "painting with a needle.” You will learn both the wet felting technique and how to use a special needle to create an image. All pieces turn out very unique, and it’s great fun to see what your peers are also creating! Beginners welcome. Additional materials fee of $25 due to instructor at time of class.Winter 2023
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Mic JohnsonLP (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)5-String Banjo: BeginningMusicInstructor: Eileen Sugars Instructor: Eileen Sugars Learn to play Scruggs-Style 5-string banjo. Learn how to hold, tune, and pick your banjo. Also shopping for banjos and accessories, chords, practice methods, reading banjo tablature with eventual learning to play by ear, and some basic bluegrass tunes. Please bring a 5-string banjo in playable condition, 1 thumb pick and 2 finger picks. No class 2/21, 4/11.Winter 2023
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Rawpixel Ltd (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)5-String Banjo: Beginning PlusMusicThis class is for beginners who wish to continue on their banjo journey, but are not yet ready to strike out on their own. Goals for this class are to increase your bluegrass song library and strengthen your "hard skills". Participants should have basic banjo skills and be able to play a few songs.Winter 2023
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Mic JohnsonLP (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)5-String Banjo: IntermediateMusicInstructor: Eileen Sugars For those wishing to continue their banjo journey, we will start transitioning into the “soft skills “ of learning to play by ear, improvising in different keys, playing in a group, and basic music theory. Students should have basic 5-string skills and be able to play some tunes from memory. No class 2/21, 4/11.Winter 2023
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ABC&D's of MedicareGeneral InterestInstructor: Celeste Plunkett This is an educational presentation that will provide a foundation of understanding of Medicare, one letter at a time.Winter 2023
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WaitlistEric Sonstroem (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Abs & Aqua FitnessPool ActivitiesInstructor: Jolane Sundstrom CORRECTION: CLASS RUNS JANUARY 26 - MARCH 30 A safe, complete floor stretching and water aerobics workout. Floor exercises in the locker commons on main floor for 25 minutes, followed by 50 minutes of pool aerobics. A peaceful approach to a relaxing but vigorous workout. Feel your best gaining strength and stamina! Bring (or wear) swimsuit, towel and a mat for floor exercise. Some pilates, stretching, toning, balance and strengthening exercise. Enjoy the company of some fine women ages 20 - 80. No class: 2/14,2/16,2/21,2/23,4/11,4/13.Winter 2023
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Adult EnrichmentRegistration for Winter 2023 starts January 9thCategory
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Aging Successfully Living in CommunityGeneral InterestAn overview about living in community, rather than home care or residing in assisted living or nursing homes, to “age in place”. Explore models for community for second half living. This class is a Webinar format. Once you register you will be emailed the class content link. You can view the content at anytime. Please provide an email address when you register. There is an optional follow up/discussion on Lee’s Zoom on Monday, March 13, 6:30 – 7:30 PM. Follow up information will be sent in the confirmation email.Winter 2023
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All About Hearing Aids, Implants, and Related TechnologyHealth & Wellness/LifestyleInstructors: Brent Fisher This course will provide a basic review of hearing equipment including hearing aids, implantable devices, and over-the-counter (OTC) products intended to support communication.Winter 2023
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Altered and Redacted: Creative Books and PoetryArts, Crafts, and HobbiesWork across literacies! Learn various methods of creating altered book pages, utilizing poetry, prose, and art as a vehicle for creative expression (and stress reduction!). Poetry, prose, and samples of other Redacted poetry will be available for participants to utilize and gain understanding of the concepts addressed. Explore therapeutic techniques for using art with others and for yourself. Minimum age is 17. Additional supply fee of $15 due to instructors at class.Winter 2023
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Apple GraftingGeneral InterestSave or propagate the old family apple tree by learning to graft it onto a new root. Grafting also works on most temperate trees, not just apples. All bands and parafilm, rootstocks, a few non-patented scion sticks & Band-Aids will be available through the instructor. Each student must bring a sharp, straight bladed knife along with $7 for each apple root (supplies limited). Bring your own scion wood from a 1-2 year old 6-8 inch long twig that has been cut directly before class if you prefer. Let the instructor know if you want more than one rootstock. Also you can learn these techniques without purchase of a rootstock.Winter 2023
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Arts, Crafts, and HobbiesFind your inner Picasso or learn how to make a bat house. The possibilities are endless when you enroll in one of our arts, crafts and hobby classes.Category
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Rawpixel Ltd (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Astrology, Numerology, and the Wheel of PredictabilityGeneral Interest“The Wheel of Predictability©” is Pam’s modern version of a horoscope in which she utilizes your date of birth, Numerology and the Houses of Astrology to explore the predictability of life experiences. Discover the hidden meaning of numbers in your date of birth and the numeric formula that reveals when you may be faced with predestined life events, potential opportunities and/or challenges throughout 2023. Additional supply fee of $25 to be paid to the instructor at class time.Winter 2023
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FullAstronomy for EveryoneGeneral InterestWINTER SESSION IS FULL Class meets in-person at the UMD Planetarium Instructor: Bob King Want to learn more about what's twinkling overhead at night? Get all the latest space news? Join us for four weeks of heaven as we survey the sky. We'll use the planetarium to get better acquainted with the current constellations, planets and deep-sky objects. On clear nights after class, we'll meet at Hawk Ridge to see these spectacular sights through a telescope. Please bring an additional $8.00 fee per person that will go toward supporting UMD planetarium programs, payable to UMD and given to the instructor the first night of class. Class will meet at the Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium on the UMD campus.Winter 2023
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WaitlistAttracting BatsArts, Crafts, and HobbiesHaving bats in your backyard is a good deal for you and them. Build an attractive house and they will stay out of yours and eat pesky mosquitoes to boot. You’ll be amazed at what a good neighbor “myotis” can be. Under 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian while in class. Bring a hammer and $15 materials fee to class to build a bat house.Winter 2023
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Ballroom DancingDanceWe will start slow and spend time learning the basic footwork for the Cha-Cha, Rumba, Tango, and Foxtrot (2 step). Once you learn the basic steps, we add turns and twirls. Each night starts with a review of the steps learned the week before. Singles are always welcome. Life is short, learn to dance.Winter 2023
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Beginner Belly Dance IIDanceYou must have taken at least 1 year (3 sessions) of Beginner Belly Dance I. The class will be a Belly Dance Choreography class with the option to perform in the Spring Student Performance Show. No class 2/15 & 2/22.Winter 2023
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PopularBeginning Scuba DivingPool ActivitiesInstructor: Jorie Strunk This class is for beginners, ages 12 and up(students under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian). Classroom and pool time will give you the knowledge and skills to make the open water dives required for certification. The four dives required for certification are not part of the class fee. All equipment is provided including mask, fins and snorkel. There is an equipment fee of $125 payable to the instructor for equipment use and materials. No class 2/22.Winter 2023
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Body FitnessSports and Exercise/FitnessInstructor: Mary Gavitt This class has been designed to complement your regular fitness routine. Classes include both cardio and Pilates workouts, with a focus on stretching and low impact floor exercises. A thorough warm-up and cool-down are incorporated into the class. All ages and fitness levels are welcome in this comfortable atmosphere. Bring a floor mat/pad. No class 2/20, 2/23 and 3/6.Winter 2023
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Broadening your Knowledge of InvestingGeneral InterestThis seminar is designed to help you by increasing your knowledge beyond your current investments. It is an expanded look at the “how” of creating an investment strategy as well as the investment components that form your financial picture. And we’ll discuss investing as a process and a journey toward your goals. Must be 18 years or older to attend.Winter 2023
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Nenad Stojkovic (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Building Foundations for Love-to-Learn AttitudesGeneral InterestHow parents can become active partners in their children's education in the classroom, home, and community by empowering their children to own their education.Winter 2023
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PopularCOSCircle of SecurityThe Circle of Security Parenting Program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. The sessions are practical skills-based, using video clips, discussion, and handouts to explore children's emotional needs and build parents' ability to respond sensitively to those needs. You will learn to: Understand your child's emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs Support your child's ability to successfully manage emotions Enhance the development of your child's esteem When registering select the adult attending the class and if childcare is needed register the child for sibling care.Early Childhood 2022-2023
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Campfire GuitarMusicInstructor: Jerry Kaldor Are you comfortable switching between some basic chords and want to learn more? Join us! We will cover the basic chords (major, minor, 7th), work on basic barre (bar) chords, and practice a variety of strumming patterns using songs you might sing around a campfire. Ages 14 and up are welcome. You must have your own guitar. No class 2/20, 3/6Winter 2023
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WaitlistCanoe PaddlesArts, Crafts, and HobbiesCustom paddle designs, construction, and detail to suit your preferences. Choose bent or straight-shafted paddles with solid or laminated construction. Design help and material available in class make this an easy way to personalize your paddling experience. Materials and gluing extra charge discussed in class (about $30). Minimum age 16 with adult supervision.Winter 2023