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ILR272
Ethnicity on the Landscape of the
Cumberland Valley
4 sessions, 8 hours
Cumberland Valley is in the northern area of the Great Appalachian
Valley within Pennsylvania and Maryland. Many artifacts and buildings
still found in the region reflect the ethnic heritage of the people who
created them. This is especially true for the Pennsylvania German
tradition of the Valley. Let William Sheppard, an anthropologist and
archaeologist, guide you on an exploration of the identity, folklore,
generational factors, and degrees of assimilation of this regional
group within American society.
Instructor:
William J Sheppard is a college Anthropology and
Archaeology instructor who earned his Masters Degree in
Anthropology from The College of William and Mary. As a professional
archaeologist for thirty years, Mr. Sheppard has directed prehistoric
and historic period archaeological investigations in Massachusetts,
Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Virginia. His current research
includes the analysis of cultural systems of power including ethnicity,
race, gender and religion through the study of material culture in
Historic Archaeology.
5-Digit Number: 17130
Fri, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., 2/1 – 2/22
Location: Conference Center/E106
Tuition: $30.00 Fee: $69.00
Total: $99.00
MD residents age 60+ pay fee only
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ILR528
Art Appreciation: Early
American Folk Art and Functional
Decorative Objects
3 sessions, 6 hours
In this course, you will learn to identify and appreciate functional folk
art including common household objects. You’ll come to understand
how and why early American life produced this distinctive art and
what it’s role was in society. Please note that this course is an art
appreciation course; individual art projects will not be completed.
Instructor:
Jeanne McDermott has a master’s Degree in Art Education
from the College of Notre Dame of Md. and worked over 7 years as a
floral designer for Radebaughs in Towson, Md. She has over 10 years
teaching experience for FCPS.
5-Digit Number: 17110
Fri, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., 2/1 – 2/15
Location: Conference Center/E123
Tuition: $20.00 Fee: $54.00
Total: $74.00
MD residents age 60+ pay fee only
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HOM126
Beginning Calligraphy: Italic
6 sessions, 12 hours
Join us to discover the basics of the Italic hand. In this course, students
will become familiar with the tools and methods of hand lettering
while gaining knowledge of basic letter forms through hands-on
experience. Learn the tools of the trade, practice basic lettering
strokes, and leave with your own finished calligraphy piece at the end
of the class!
Instructor:
Jodie Lide
5-Digit Number: 17287
Fri, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 2/8 – 3/15
Location: Visual & Performing Arts Center/F141
Fee: $119.00
SEN153
Tai Chi for Balance and Well Being
10 sessions, 15 hours
Terrific for adults of all fitness levels and abilities, Tai Chi Ch’uan
has been practiced for fitness and health for hundreds of years.
The slow, graceful movements and fluid natural postures can help
improve balance, coordination, muscle tone, posture, breathing, and
concentration.
Instructor:
Toni Minkel has been teaching Tai Chi and fitness methods
to seniors and others since 2000.
5-Digit Number: 17107
Fri, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m., 2/8 – 4/19
No Class: 3/29
Location: Athletics Center/D129
Fee: $99.00
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ACR158
Introduction to Metalsmithing
1 session, 5 hours
Master the basics of metalsmithing in this 1-day workshop. Learn how
to use a torch, sawing, hammering plus other texture techniques to
apply and finish copper jewelry (to take home!) Workshop includes
lecture, demonstration, hands on practice and one on one instruction
in the creation of your own unique designs. All tools and materials are
provided. No experience necessary. Class will take a 30 minute lunch
break so be sure to bring a packed lunch.
Instructor:
Gina Copanzzi
5-Digit Number: 17082
Fri, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., 2/22
Location: Monroe Center/MC147
Fee: $79.00
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