CRE-912 ONLN-Chinese Calligraphy

Section Info: Online | Chinese Calligraphy | Chinese calligraphy is a refined art form with five main styles, from informal to elegant. Characters express balance, proportion, and rhythm through precise stroke order and spacing. Influenced by Zen Buddhism and Taoism, the practice is meditative. Students will also explore exhibition opportunities and potential markets for their work. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9-11 a.m. is mandatory for section 313.

CRE-912 SCSC-Drawing

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Drawing | Scott Clarke is an accomplished local artist specializing in good art classes that combine laughter, creativity and motivation. Throughout his inspiring ten-week course, you will explore a different facet of drawing from still life and perspective to caricature and cartooning and MORE!

CRE-912 SSAC-Chinese Brush Painting

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Chinese Brush Painting | Learn fundamental Chinese calligraphy and brush techniques to paint orchid, bamboo, plum blossom, and chrysanthemum in the sumi-e tradition. Students experiment with ink, color, and brushwork while exploring the mind body connection and artistic expression. Suitable for beginners or those improving skills; art venues and sales potential are also discussed.

CRE-913 ONLN-Pastels

Section Info: Online | Pastels | This course is for students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Beginners will learn materials and pastel application methods through demonstrations, while advanced students will explore art principles and new techniques. Students will discover pastels as an exciting alternative to traditional painting methods. Individual attention is provided, and topics like framing, exhibiting, and shipping pastels will be covered. Students will paint their own subjects or images chosen by the instructor, with an emphasis on individuality, taking risks, and working from photographs. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 1-3:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 304.

CRE-913 SSAC-Drawing and Painting

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Drawing and Painting | Participants will complete several art projects of their own choosing, such as still life, portrait, and landscape, in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. No previous art experience is required. Drawing basics such as line, value, light and shadow, linear perspective, and portrait proportions will be covered using pencil, eraser and drawing paper. Color basics such as primary, secondary, tertiary, complementary, and neutral colors, tint, tone, and shade will be covered using acrylic paint and oil pastel on drawing paper.

HTH-900 COSR-Ballroom Dance

Section Info: OMalley | Ballroom Dance | Sharpen your dance skills, get exercise, and have fun in this engaging class with Carlos Pabon, former Rhythm and Latin National Champion and respected national competition judge. You will learn the basics of ballroom dance while building a foundation of movement, patterns, and skills for each dance style. Carlos enjoys working with seniors and highlights ballrooms benefits, from physical fitness to memory support. All levels are welcome, and partners are encouraged but not required.

HTH-900 SCSC-Healing Arts& Sciences 1

Section Info: South County Senior Center | A range of healing arts topics will be covered including alternative, complementary, holistic, integrative, mind-body, wellness, and world medicine. An overview of natural health foods, specialized diets and nutritional supplements is covered. Also included are self-healing practices of mindfulness meditation, journaling, reflective writing, plus intuitive and creative arts. Subtle energy therapies covered include homeopathy, herbs, essential oils, aroma therapy, acupuncture, bodywork and hands healing, plus Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong, and subtle energy movement exercise practices.

HTH-901 SCSC-Tap Dance

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Tap Dance | Come learn fun tap dance routines. Learn a variety of skills and choreographed tap dances. Some tap experience is preferred. Tap dancing will help increase muscular strength, motor skills, cardiovascular conditioning and will sharpen your memory.

HTH-903 ANSR- Ballroom Dance

Section Info: Annapolis | Ballroom Dance | Sharpen your dance skills, get exercise, and have fun in this engaging class with Carlos Pabon, former Rhythm and Latin National Champion and respected national competition judge. You will learn the basics of ballroom dance while building a foundation of movement, patterns, and skills for each dance style. Carlos enjoys working with seniors and highlights ballrooms benefits, from physical fitness to memory support. All levels are welcome, and partners are encouraged but not required.

HTH-903 ONLN-Belly Dance for Exercise

Section Info: Online | Belly Dance for Exercise | Belly dance celebrates every body type and age. One of the oldest dance forms, it draws from cultures across the Middle East and beyond. Learn to isolate movements to build strength, tone muscles, and increase flexibility while enjoying expressive dance set to vibrant, exotic rhythms. Increase your flexibility all while having fun dancing to exotic musical rhythms! | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. is mandatory for section 314.

HTH-903 ONLN-Cardio Dance

Section Info: Online | Cardio Dance | No class Sept 7 | Ready, set, dance! Burn calories with easy-to-follow choreography set to music from around the world, including salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, pop, hip hop, flamenco, and more. No dance experience needed-just wear comfortable workout clothes and bring your smile and energy. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions on Mondays from 5-6 p.m. is mandatory for section 301.

HTH-903 ONLN-Cardio Dance

Section Info: Online | Cardio Dance | No class Sept 7 | Ready, set, dance! Burn calories with easy-to-follow choreography set to music from around the world, including salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, pop, hip hop, flamenco, and more. No dance experience needed-just wear comfortable workout clothes and bring your smile and energy. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions on Mondays from 5-6 p.m. is mandatory for section 301.

HTH-903 ONLN-Cardio Dance

Section Info: Online | Cardio Dance | No class Sept 5 | Ready, set, dance! Burn calories with easy-to-follow choreography set to music from around the world, including salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, pop, hip hop, flamenco, and more. No dance experience needed-just wear comfortable workout clothes and bring your smile and energy. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Saturdays from 10-11 a.m. is mandatory for section 307.

HTH-903 ONLN-Cardio Dance

Section Info: Online | Cardio Dance | No class Sept 5 | Ready, set, dance! Burn calories with easy-to-follow choreography set to music from around the world, including salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, pop, hip hop, flamenco, and more. No dance experience needed-just wear comfortable workout clothes and bring your smile and energy. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Saturdays from 10-11 a.m. is mandatory for section 307.

HTH-903 ONLN-Cardio Dance

Section Info: Online | Cardio Dance | Ready, set, dance! Burn calories with easy-to-follow choreography set to music from around the world, including salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, pop, hip hop, flamenco, and more. No dance experience needed-just wear comfortable workout clothes and bring your smile and energy. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. is mandatory for section 302.