8 ILR 55+ Registration now open NEW LIR202 Jamestowne - The Sequel, 1624-1699 3 sessions, 4.5 hours “Jamestowne - The Sequel, 1624-1699” picks up the story of the first permanent British colony in America where “Jamestowne: The Colony that Almost Wasn’t” ended. Virginia has become a royal colony and faces a whole new set of challenges, in particular Bacon’s Rebellion in 1676. This course will discuss those challenges and how they led to the eventual abandonment of Jamestowne in 1699. Note: Course will meet on campus in an in-person environment. Instructor: Tracy Lewis 5-Digit Number: 23571 | Mon, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 7/11 - 7/25 Location: Conference Center/E138 Tuition: $12 | Fee: $39 | Total: $52 | MD residents age 60+ pay fee only NEW LIR206 China Under Xi Jinping: A Global Power on the World Stage 4 sessions, 8 hours China has gone through significant internal and international changes since Xi Jinping came to power in 2012-2013. He appears poised to be given an unprecedented third presidential term which many see as a step to his being “President for Life.” Discussion will include what is to be expected from China under Xi’s third term and if there is a possibility that he will be unseated by opponents. Also examine what the prospect is for the United States-China Great State Dialogue (a goal of the Biden Administration.) We’ll finish with a discussion of what Xi Jinping means by the “China Dream.” Note: This Structured Remote Course (SR) is entirely online. Instructor: Jeffrey Steinberg 5-Digit Number: 23570 | Wed, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 7/13 - 8/3 Location: Online Tuition: $20 | Fee: $74 | Total: $94 | MD residents age 60+ pay fee only ILR554 Genealogy Basics: A Deeper Appreciation 4 sessions, 8 hours This course will cover the in depth basic records that all genealogists should investigate as cornerstones of their life-time of research. Learn how to best utilize the census, vital records, newspapers, and published histories. You’ll look deeply at on-line resources, and also discuss the “real” places that should be visited and why. Note: Course will meet on campus in an in-person environment. Instructor: Mary Mannix 5-Digit Number: 23466 | Tue, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., 6/7 - 6/28 Location: Conference Center/E138 Tuition: $24 | Fee: $69 | Total: $93 | MD residents age 60+ pay fee only LIR136 How to Use Your DNA Matches for your Genealogy Research 2 sessions, 4 hours A beginner’s guide on how to get started using DNA matches as a tool to help fill in your family tree. Learn to categorize and analyze DNA matches. Also learn how to use shared DNA matches to determine tree branch and strategies to use if a DNA match does not have a tree. Note: Course will meet on campus in an in-person environment. Instructor: Linda Frydl 5-Digit Number: 23464 | Wed, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., 7/13 - 7/20 Location: Conference Center/E138 | Fee: $39 ILR919 The Fool’s Journey: Tarot Cards for Divination, Brainstorming, Creativity, and Fun 3 sessions, 6 hours In today’s world, Tarot is no longer simply the tool of fortune tellers but is used by many for personal growth and creativity. This class will discuss what tarot is and isn’t. You will learn how a deck is arranged and obtain an overview of card meanings. Attendees will get hands-on experience reading throughout the two classes. No need to bring a deck of cards, they will be available for class use. Note: Course will meet on campus in an in-person environment. Instructor: Mary Mannix 5-Digit Number: 23467 | Tue, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., 7/12 - 7/26 Location: Conference Center/E140 | Fee: $65 Instructor Bios | Interested in learning more about an instructor? ILR instructor bios are now located in their own section on page 15. In-Person Courses | Courses taught in-person, on location, with specific class times. Details on page 1. Structured Remote Courses (SR) | Courses offered in an online format only. See page 1 for details. HISTORY, CULTURES & CURRENT ISSUES HOME & HOBBY
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