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 204.

CRE-913 PSRC- Acrylic Painting

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Acrylic Painting | All levels welcome! Hone drawing, planning, and composition, then master a three step acrylic method that prevents muddy color. Demos and critiques guide you through personal or instructor provided subjects and invite bold experiments in pen, ink, collage, and mixed media. We will also survey exhibition venues and sales opportunities. Note: Supply needs are explained at Session 1- please wait to buy materials and try to attend the kickoff class.

LAU-306 Beginning French 1

Section Info: Note: Attendance in online class sessions Mondays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 201. No class May 25.

LGA-945 ANSR-Beginning Spanish

Section Info: Annapolis | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | No class May 25 | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | Explore the Spanish language through practical, real-life applications. Build useful vocabulary, practice light conversation and gain a deeper appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions.

LGA-945 ASRC-Beginning Spanish

Section Info: Arnold | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | No class May 25 | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | Explore the Spanish language through practical, real-life applications. Build useful vocabulary, practice light conversation and gain a deeper appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions.

LGA-945 Beginning Spanish for Seniors

Section Info: South County | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | No class May 25 | Explore the Spanish language through practical, real-life applications. Build useful vocabulary, practice light conversation and gain a deeper appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions.

LGA-945 ONLN-Beginning Spanish

Section Info: Online | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | Explore the Spanish language through practical, real-life applications. Build useful vocabulary, practice light conversation and gain a deeper appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 202.

ERC-904 ASRC- Genealogy

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Genealogy | No class April 28 | Make genealogy more interesting by fleshing out information about ancestors' lives. Learn how and where to find and record information. Discuss how to solve genealogical obstacles. Explore proper genealogy methods to construct a family tree that goes beyond names and dates and incorporates the history of the times.

ERC-904 PASD- Genealogy

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Genealogy | No class April 29 | Make genealogy more interesting by fleshing out information about ancestors' lives. Learn how and where to find and record information. Discuss how to solve genealogical obstacles. Explore proper genealogy methods to construct a family tree that goes beyond names and dates and incorporates the history of the times.

BNS-916 PASD-Advanced Stain Glass

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Advanced Stain Glass | No class May 25 | Learn glass cutting, pattern preparation, foiling, and soldering to complete a stained-glass project. Students will receive help with designs, produce beautiful creations and be given individual guidance to reach personal goals. Discuss opportunities for marketing and sale of completed projects.

MUC-905 ONLN-Music Masterpiece

Section Info: Online | Music Masterpiece: Romantic Russians | This course explores the development of Russian music from its early lack of a national tradition to its emergence as a distinctive cultural force. Students will study the rise of native composition with Mikhail Glinka, the nationalist movement of the "Mighty Fistful," and the blending of folk elements with Romanticism. The course concludes with an examination of major Soviet-era influences and composers, including Shostakovich and emigre figures such as Rachmaninov and Stravinsky. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9:00-11:00 a.m. is mandatory for section 201.

MUC-905 ONLN-Music Masterpiece

Section Info: Online | Music Masterpiece: Romantic Russians. | This course explores the development of Russian music from its early lack of a national tradition to its emergence as a distinctive cultural force. Students will study the rise of native composition with Mikhail Glinka, the nationalist movement of the "Mighty Fistful," and the blending of folk elements with Romanticism. The course concludes with an examination of major Soviet-era influences and composers, including Shostakovich and emigre figures such as Rachmaninov and Stravinsky. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions on Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. is mandatory for section 202.

LGA-907 Online-French Lang. & Customs

Section Info: Online | French Language and Customs | Refine grammatical structures while learning new vocabulary to communicate in French on a variety of topics like arts, history, culinary and UNESCO heritages sites in France. This course will emphasize all aspects of French language: listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture. No book requirement for this course. Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. is mandatory for section 201.

LGA-933 ONLN-Spanish Conversation

Section Info: Online | Spanish Conversation: Beginning to Intermediate | Continue building on previously acquired Spanish language skills with an emphasis on increasing vocabulary, comprehension, and correct usage in spoken language. Classroom materials will focus on everyday situations and interaction with the instructor in a relaxing and fun atmosphere. Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. is mandatory for section 201.

MUC-911 PSRC-Fundamentals of Ukulele

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Fundamentals of Ukulele | No Class May 25 | Learn ukulele fundamentals. Explore a brief history of the ukulele, fundamentals of basic music theory, forms of notation, chord chart reading, major scales and music history with related information of the basics of a variety of genres. All skill levels welcome; beginners are encouraged.