CRE-913 ONLN-Painting

Section Info: Online | Painting | This course offers intermediate and experienced oil or acrylic painters the chance to refine their skills in composition, design, and execution. The instructor provides lectures and individualized guidance. Previous painting experience is recommended. Students will learn to evaluate and improve their own work, painting their own subjects or images selected by the instructor. The course emphasizes working from photographs, taking creative risks, and developing individuality. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 12:30- 3:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 203.

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 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.

ENC-972 ONLN-Cultural Influences in Am

Section Info: Online | Cultural Influences in America | No class May 27 | Cultural Innovators and Influences in America. Read about and discuss female screenwriter pioneers of the silent era who have been erased from film history. This collective explores the history of these women who helped to mold the industry that thrives today. Textbook is ''When Women Wrote Hollywood" by Dr. Rosanne Welch. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions on Wednesdays from 1-4 p.m. is mandatory for section 203.

ENC-972 SCSC-Cultural Infl. America Fi

Section Info: South County | Cultural Infl. America Film | The course will examine the interaction of film with culture, noting through a variety of genres and time periods how the symbiotic nature of film and culture has enriched American life. The roles of individuals, groups, history, language, religion, fashion, technology, and art will be among the topics discussed as they intersect in American film classics.

HTH-926 ANSR-Whole-Body Fitness

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Whole-Body Fitness | This class is a whole-body work out designed to improve flexibility, balance, endurance, and strength. Gradual transition from standing to floor mat work will challenge you and teach new movement patterns for a greater range of motion. We will use a wide variety of fitness resources, from weights to bands to keep moving and have fun.

HTH-926 MC-Aerobics, Strength

Section Info: Main Campus | Aerobics, Strength | No class April 14, 16, or 21 | This class improves balance, cardiovascular fitness, and strength using weights, balls, bands, bars, and a mat or chair. We begin with a warm-up and stretch, followed by low-impact aerobics to raise the heart rate. Strength and cardio segments alternate, ending with core work and stretching. Thursdays include time in the fitness center. All major muscle groups are trained for a total-body workout-set to great music.

HTH-926 ONLN-Aerobics and Strength

Section Info: Online | Aerobics and Strength | This upbeat cardio class warms the muscles and gets the blood flowing. We then stretch to elongate muscles, ligaments, tendons, and spine, focusing on correct posture by lifting from the sternum and crown of the head. Maintaining good posture helps with balance and fall prevention. Light hand weights and chair routines strengthen the upper and lower body. Each workout is unique and set to great music! | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. is mandatory for section 202.

HTH-929 ASRC-Self Defense

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | No class May 25 | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-929 ASRC-Tai Chi

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Tai Chi | No class May 25 | This course provides instruction on improving and maintaining health through education and awareness of movement and balance concepts and practices. Topics include muscle groups, fall prevention, maintaining and improving coordination, and improved balance.

HTH-929 COSR- Tai Chi Beginner

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Tai Chi Beginner | No class May 25 | This beginner Tai Chi class is perfect for those new to the practice. You'll explore fundamental principles through the Yang Simplified 24 Form. Tai Chi is a Chinese exercise system using slow, smooth movements to relax the body and mind. It supports overall health, strengthens the cardiovascular and immune systems, and enhances mobility and balance. Suggested Equipment: Comfortable clothing and flexible shoes.

HTH-929 COSR-Self Defense

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | No class May 25 | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-929 PASD-Self Defense

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-929 PSRC-Comprehensive Tai Chi

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Comprehensive Tai Chi | This continuing education course provides instruction on improving and maintaining health through education and awareness of movement and balance concepts and practices. Topics include muscle groups, fall prevention, maintaining and improving coordination, and improving balance.

HTH-929 PSRC-Self Defense

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | No class May 25 | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.