Animal Care for Pet Owners

Introduction to Pet Massage

Introduction to a step-by-step approach to massaging your dog or cat. This class will introduce the holistic philosophy of animal well-being, while teaching an elementary knowledge of your pet’s anatomy, basic animal psychology, and showing how massage can help your cat or dog, how your cat or dog speaks to you with body language, and how to create the best massage routine. With hands-on practice on real animals! (Textbook is included in material fee). Class Limit: 12

Fee: $39  Materials Fee: $20  Registration Fee: $5

PET 001 B1  S  09:00AM-01:00PM  03/22/08  Staff  
Humane Society of Wash Co.

Home Dog Grooming

This course for dog owners covers basic home grooming techniques. Topics include nutrition for healthy coat, safety, equipment, plus techniques that include: clipping, scissoring, thinning and how to choose a groomer. Students will be able to bring individual pets the last night of class for sharing and getting individual grooming tips. (Textbook included) Class Limit: 15

Fee: $34  Materials Fee: $25  Registration Fee: $5

PET 007 A  W  06:00PM-09:00PM  06/04/08-06/18/08  
Staff  Humane Society of Wash Co.

The Art Studio

Painting, Acrylic and Oil

Painting is fun! Come give it a try. Whatever your skill level, join us to stretch your creative ability. Individual instruction takes you step by step. You’ll work on a painting of your choice working from a picture or photo. Bring to class: a picture of what you would like to paint, a basic set of paints (acrylic or oil—not sure, try acrylic), canvas no larger than 16" x 20", long handled bristle brushes (#4, #8 would be good sizes to start with.) Other materials will be discussed in first class. Class will not meet on 1/21. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $85  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

PDV 142 B  M  06:30PM-09:00PM  03/24/08-04/28/08  
E McCafferty  Valley Mall 1

PDV 142 C  M  06:30PM-09:00PM  05/12/08-06/16/08  
E McCafferty  Valley Mall 4

Tole Painting

Join Rhonda Younker in this fun and interesting tole painting and decorative painting course. Create the hand made gift or home project you have been dreaming of, using decorative tin, ironware, wooden items such as plaques or novelty wooden cut-outs as well as canvases and many other creative surfaces. Tole painting can be applied in both oil and acrylic paint. Beginner, intermediate and advanced students are welcome. Authentic period designs, as well as individualized motifs are explored. Class Limit: 12

Fee: $75  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

PDV 833 C  T  06:30PM-08:30PM  03/18/08-04/22/08  
R Younker  Valley Mall 4

Stained Glass: a Study of Mosaics

Join Mary Lemen stained glass artist and owner of The Glass Loft for a new class in the art of Mosaics. Mosaics is the art of decoration with small pieces of colored glass, stone or other material. In this new class, instructor Mary Lemen will teach both the direct and indirect Mosaics methods. The direct method of mosaic construction involves directly placing the individual pieces onto the supporting surface. The construction of a serving tray will be the direct method project for the first three sessions. In this process glass is will be cut, placed and grouted to create a mosaic serving tray. The next three weeks will focus on the indirect method. In the indirect Mosaic method pieces are applied face-down to a backing paper using an adhesive, and transferred to the project. The indirect project will be a glass brick in which the glass is cut, placed into a mold then cemented. With the knowledge of these methods you can create table tops, stepping stones, and floor or wall mosaics. The possibilities are endless. The Materials Fee includes all materials to complete both projects and use of tools. You will need to provide a dust mask, rubber or latex gloves, and safety glasses. Please bring these items to the first class session. These items may be purchased at any hardware store and will be necessary for participation in this class. Please dress for work or bring a smock to protect yourself and your clothing. This class is open to participants 18 years of age and older. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $85  Materials Fee: $45  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 134 A  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  04/05/08-05/10/08  
M Lemen  Adv. Tech. Center 105

Advanced Stained Glass Class: A Trinket Box

Join Mary Lemen stained glass artists and owner of The Glass Loft for this advanced course in the copper foil method in the construction of a trinket box. The class will consist of cutting, foiling and soldering a 4" x 6" x 2" box with a bevel lid and a mirror bottom, which can be used to keep jewelry or your favorite keepsakes. Pre-requisite: participants must have a working knowledge of cutting glass, foiling and soldering. This class will teach the construction of the box, adding a hinge and knob. Your will need to provide safety glasses, a dust mask and latex gloves. These items may be purchased at any hardware store and will be necessary for the participation in this class. Materials Fee includes the materials needed to complete your project and the use of tools. Instructor Mary Lemen has been working with stained glass for 18 years and looks forward to sharing her knowledge with You! Students must be 18 years or older. Due to exposure to lead, pregnant women are advised not to participate in this class. Please dress for work and bring a smock to cover your clothing. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $85  Materials Fee: $50  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 445 A1  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  06/07/08-07/12/08  
M Lemen  Adv. Tech. Center 105

Celebrate Spring Creative Occasion Cards

Join calligraphy instructor, Jordenne Ferrington in this fun seminar focusing on the beauty of spring! Just in time for the spring season. You will learn several creative card techniques such as the simple but beautiful art of embossing and debossing. These techniques will be used to create unique all occasion cards, stationary, memory pages, etc. Creating greeting cards by hand is an enjoyable and practical learning experience. Supplies: (All supplies are available at local arts stores.) Ruler, pencil (0.7 or 0.5mm), Stylus, eraser, x-acto knife or disposable utility knife, scissors. Paper: 20 sheets (example: Mi-Teines pastel paper pad or pastel/light colored card stock or Canson Drawing 80lb.) You are also welcome to bring the following if handy: colored pencils, markers, rubber stamps, ink pads, watercolors, and brushes. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 146 B1  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  04/05/08  J Ferrington
Valley Mall 1

Soapmaking 102: Liquid and Goat’s Milk Soap

Join soapmaking professional Verona Creek for this new advanced soapmaking course focusing on liquid and goat’s milk soap. Instructor, Verona Creek will walk you through the fragile process of creating these special soaps. Many of us are seeking gentle, natural soaps that have added benefits for our skin and are safe for our family. The liquid and goat’s milk soaps created in this advanced class will meet your needs and are also wonderful gifts for friends. Please wear old clothing while participating in this class. Prerequisite: All participants in this class must have attended both sessions of the Herbal Soapmaking class. This new advanced class will build on the basic understanding of soapmaking chemistry and safety principles covered in the Herbal Soapmaking class. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $35  Materials Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 195 B1  S  09:30AM-12:30PM  04/12/08-04/19/08   
V Creek  Valley Mall 1

Note Tote Stamping

Join Jennifer Downey, Stampin’ Up Demonstrator and Art Instructor and create a set of greeting cards with matching envelopes and a coordinating tote to hold them all in! Make it for yourself or as a gift for someone else! Class Limit: 10

Fee: $15  Materials Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 091 A1  M  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/07/08  Staff   
Valley Mall 3

Stamping for Our Mothers

Show your mother just how much she means to you by creating a unique stamped gift set that includes a card, candle, chocolates, checkbook cover with matching pen, and put it all inside a coordinating gift bag! Join Jennifer Downey, Stampin’ Up Demonstrator and Art Instructor for this class and create a complete Mother’s Day gift ready to give! Class Limit: 10

Fee: $15  Materials Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 447 A1  S  09:30AM-12:00PM  05/03/08  Staff   
Valley Mall 3

Stamping Tiles for Father

Join Jennifer Downey, Stampin’ Up Demonstrator and Art Instructor and create a set of 4 stamped tiles that can be used as coasters along with a card and gift bag to give to your father this Father’s Day. He’ll love the personal touch of his gift when he finds out you’ve made it yourself! Class Limit: 10

Fee: $15  Materials Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 446 A1  W  06:30PM-08:30PM  06/04/08  Staff   
Valley Mall 4

Knitting

Introduction to Knitting

Join instructor Susan Hostetter at The Knitting Cottage for this great new introductory knitting class. Learn the basics of knitting and felting as you make this small coaster or trivet. Learn to cast on, knit, and bind off. Materials including needles and yarn may be purchased in the first class session. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $20  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 211 A1  F  06:00PM-07:30PM  06/13/08-06/20/08   
S Hostetter  The Knitting Cottage

ANE 211 B1  F  10:30AM-12:00PM  06/13/08-06/20/08   
S Hostetter  The Knitting Cottage

Needle Felting

Join instructor Susan Hostetter at The Knitting Cottage for this great new course featuring needle felting. You will use yarn or roving to embellish knits or fabric. No knitting experience necessary. Materials may be purchased in the class session. This class is held at The Knitting Cottage, 2194 Leitersburg Pike. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 441 B1  T  06:00PM-07:30PM  06/17/08  S Hostetter  
The Knitting Cottage

ANE 441 A1  T  10:30AM-12:00PM  06/17/08  S Hostetter  
The Knitting Cottage

Photography

Portrait Photography

This is the photography class you have been waiting for! If you enjoy taking pictures of your family and friends and would like to improve your skills, as well as explore the possibilities of taking professional and casual portraits, this is the class for you! Instructor Don Cooper will discuss the importance of equipment, lighting, film, and composition. After gaining the essential knowledge you need to focus in on great portraits, then you gain additional knowledge by taking portraits of subjects in class and in a local studio. Professional photographer Don Cooper, has been teaching for over 30 years. Come and enjoy this interesting class with Don and learn the basics of portrait photography. Equipment necessary for class: 35 mm camera or digital camera with single lens reflex. 8 Clock Hours. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

PDV 485 B  W  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/02/08-04/23/08  
D Cooper  Valley Mall 3

PDV 485 C  R  06:30AM-08:30PM  06/05/08-06/26/08  
D Cooper  Valley Mall 3

Low Light Photography

Join Don Cooper for this field study of low light photography and taking photographs after dark. The course will cover time exposures, multiple imaging, flash painting, and other low light techniques. Don Cooper is a retired National Geographic Society photographer and printer, who has spent over 30 years photographing birds and wildlife in the Appalachian System. Equipment to bring to each class: SLR (single lens reflex) 35mm or digital camera, wide angle lens, medium telephoto lens, tripod, and a cable release or equivalent. Prerequisite: Basic 35mm photography or equivalent. Class Limit: 12

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

PDV 746 A  M  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/21/08-05/12/08  
D Cooper  Valley Mall 3

Basic 35MM Photography

Learn the basics to improve your 35mm photography. Discuss the importance of the shutter, aperture, lenses, film, filters, flash, macro (close-up) techniques and composition. Color slides will be projected at each session to explain the specific topic. Don Cooper is a retired National Geographic Society photographer and printer. He has been teaching photography over 30 years. Equipment necessary for class: 35mm camera—film or digital, (single lens reflex helpful but not necessary). Class Limit: 15

Fee: $50  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 103 C  W  06:30PM-08:30PM  05/07/08-06/04/08  
D Cooper  Valley Mall 3

Nature and Wildlife Photography

Are you interested in capturing the moment of a beautiful sunset, delicate flower or wildlife in their natural habitat? Join photographer Don Cooper for this new course focusing on nature and wildlife photography. Class sessions will cover bird, macro and outdoor photography as well as equipment including use of lenses, tri-pods, blinds, feeders and bait to set up those great wildlife shots. Don Cooper, professional photographer has been teaching for over 30 years. Equipment necessary for class: 35mm or digital camera with a single reflex lens. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $50  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 090 A  R  06:30PM-08:30PM  05/08/08-06/05/08  
D Cooper  Valley Mall 3

Black and White Photography

Taking black and white photographs is an intriguing form of photography. There are many subjects that just have to be photographed in black and white. This course will introduce you to this fascinating form of photography. You will be introduced to film, lens, techniques and how to look for those black and white photos. Don Cooper is a retired National Geographic Society photographer. He has been teaching photography for over 30 years and is still a very active photographer. Prerequisite: Basic 35mm photography knowledge or equivalent. Equipment necessary for class: 35mm camera—film or digital, with SLR (single lens reflex). Class Limit: 15

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

PDV 338 C  M  06:30PM-08:30PM  06/09/08-06/30/08  
D Cooper  Valley Mall 3

Level II Photography

Join Don Cooper as you take the next step beyond basic 35 mm photography. Explore the advanced applications of lighting, lenses, filters and other photography equipment. You will also learn the photography techniques necessary to take special situation photographs such as weddings. Don Cooper is a retired National Geographic Society photographer who has spent 30 years photographing birds and wildlife in the Appalachian System. Field trip to be discussed in class. Don has been teaching photography for 30 years and is still an active photographer. Prerequisite: Basic 35mm photography or equivalent. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 003 B  W  06:30PM-08:30PM  06/11/08-07/02/08  D Cooper  Valley Mall 3

Poetry

Poetry

Explore poetry through a broad range of styles from the classical era to the modern day. Gain insight and appreciation for all the different forms of this magnificent art. Consider the various techniques and devices used by poets through the ages. The goal of the class is recognition of types of poetry and styles of the better-known poets along with the pure enjoyment and understanding of poetry. At course’s end you will find more meaning in the poetry you read and more diversity in the poetry you may go on to write. Series dates are 5/3, 5/21 and 6/21. Series units may be purchased individually—see course descriptions below. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $50  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 455 A1  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  05/03/08-06/21/08  G Halbach  Learning Resource Center 342

Sonnets and Romantic Poetry

Poets of almost every era have followed and adapted the sonnet. Hear and discover the style, structure, and technique of Sonnets and Romantic Poetry, plus Villanelles, Sestinas, and Ballads. Among poets to be discussed: Michelangelo, Shakespeare (Sonnets), Thomas Ashe, Howard, Brownlow, Gwendloyn Brooks, Adeline Foster, Cyrano de Bergerac, Browning, Edna St. Vincent Millary, Sir Thomas Wyatt, Anthony Hecht, E Bishop, PJ White, Sara Henderson Hay. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $20  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 456 A1  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  05/03/08  Staff Learning Resource Center 342

Structured and Humorous Poetry

Poetry holding both its sides! Squibs, satire, puns, and wordplay built into Acrostic, Anagram, Shape Poetry, Clerihew, Haiku, Limericks, Elegies and Epigrams. Just for pleasure poems. Among poets to be discussed: Houseman, Steel, Basho, Longfellow, Ruth Stone, Jenny Josephs, Sandburg, R.L. Stevenson, S.Silverstein, Lowell, Roberts, Rachel Field, Dylan Thomas, Edward Learn, J Baxter, others. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $20  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 457 A1  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  05/31/08  Staff   Learning Resource Center 342

Freestyle Poetry Heroics

T. S. Eliot wrote: “No verse is free for the man who wants to do a good job.” But then we have poets such among others, to show us the way. Hear and discover the real beginnings, the style, and techniques of free verse. Also discussed will be Heroics, Odes, Light Verse, and Eccentric Poetry. Among poets to be discussed: Frost, Stuart, Maya Angelou, E.E. Cummings, Catullus Gaius, Hughes, Thoreau, Whitman, Shoffstall, Adeline Foster, Edgar Allen Poe, Akhmatova, Szymborska, Ruth Stone, Gwendolyn Brooks, Thomas Hardy, S. Plath, and others. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $20  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 458 A1  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  06/21/08  Staff Learning Resource Center 342

Personal Finance and Wealth Building

Your Credit Score: How It Works and How to Improve It

Your Credit Score: How it Works and How to Improve It. Are you paying higher premiums on insurance or a higher interest rate because of your credit score? Consumers don’t always understand the impact their credit score can have. Attend this course to learn what the score means, how people score, what factors determine a credit score, and how scores are weighted. A free copy of your credit report and a credit analysis will be offered. Class Limit: 30

Fee: $5  Registration Fee: $5

MON 017 A1  T  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/08/08  Staff  
Valley Mall 6

Literature

Instructor Bio: Dr. Karen Gray grew up in Spokane where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Whitworth College; then expanding her academic interests to include a 3 year post-graduate degree from Harvard Divinity School and a Ph.D. in Theology at the University of Edinburgh. Dr. Gray worked for the Smithsonian Institution’s Association Program for 20 years, developing educational tours on subjects ranging from art to zoology. She has a lifelong fascination in philosophy, sacred writings, ancient myths, and the human search for truth and meaning. Dr. Gray has been teaching Continuing Education programs for HCC since her move from Washington, DC to Hagerstown in 2001.

Into the World of Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales

Take a journey into the late 14th century and join a group of pilgrims on their way to Canterbury. With Karen Gray as your guide, you’ll enter into Chaucer’s world, learn about the travelers in his Canterbury Tales and their storytelling competition. Emphasis is placed on the travelers themselves, their life, beliefs, values, and ethics. The lectures are designed as an introduction for those unfamiliar with this great work, and a review from an unusual perspective for those who are. Series dates are 5/14 and 6/18, Series units may be purchased individually—see series course sections to the right. Each series is three hours in length, please bring a snack to enjoy during class session! Class Limit: 40

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 205 A  W  10:30AM-01:30PM  05/14/08-06/18/08  K Gray  Valley Mall 7

Meet the Travelers

After a brief review of Chaucer’s life and the manuscripts that are our source for this work, Dr. Gray introduces the travelers, drawing on the Prologue and those parts of the Tales that concern their relationships with each other and events on their journey. Among the people we will meet are a prioress, a knight and his 20-year old son; an oft-wed woman from Bath, and colorful craftsmen and “white-collar professionals” of the day. Series session is three hours in length. Class Limit: 40

Fee: $20  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 206 A1  W  10:30AM-01:30PM  05/14/08  K Gray  Valley Mall 7

The Society and Culture of the Travelers

This second lecture goes more deeply into the ethics, values, and beliefs of the travelers. Each personality is distinctively and colorfully developed by Chaucer—a master observer of human nature—and becomes a window into the role of gender, class, church and state, law and piety, in late-14th century England. Series session is three hours in length. Class Limit: 40

Fee: $20  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 207 A1  W  10:30AM-01:30PM  06/18/08  K Gray  Valley Mall 7

Real Estate Investing/Landlord Courses

Landlord Crash Course

This is a how-to course on being a landlord in Washington County and covers such topics as, leases, lead paint laws, evictions, and code enforcement. Co-sponsored by the Community Housing Resources, a non-profit organization devoted to housing issues in Washington County.

Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

PLC 116 A1  W  06:00PM-09:00PM  03/12/08  Staff   
Valley Mall 6

Successful Real Estate Investing

Create wealth by investing in real estate, find out how. This course will show you the fundamentals of safe and successful real estate investing. Topics covered will include how to locate good buys, negotiate with sellers, do creative financing, work deals with investors and much more. This course is taught by local investor and REALTOR Steve Powell.

Fee: $40  Registration Fee: $5

PLC 168 A1  T  06:00PM-09:00PM  03/25/08  Staff  
Valley Mall 6

Landlord Laws For Washington County

A course devoted exclusively to legal questions faced by landlords in Washington County. The last 1/2 hour will be devoted to answering specific questions from the students. Topics will include, lease agreements, security deposits, evictions, collecting back rents, Lead-Paint Laws.

Fee: $44  Registration Fee: $5

PLC 330 A1  W  06:00PM-09:00PM  04/16/08  Staff  
Valley Mall 4

The Business of Being a Landlord

Learn to operate your rental properties as a business and be profitable. Joe Mullenax of Allegany Business Consulting is back by popular demand to discuss tax advantages of rental properties, implications of new tax laws for landlords, incorporation, record keeping tips and more.

Fee: $40  Registration Fee: $5

PLC 167 A1  W  06:00PM-09:00PM  04/30/08  Staff  
Valley Mall 6

Selling Your House for Maximum Profit

Home Sellers pay thousands in unnecessary and unwarranted fees in addition to lost revenue due to lack of negotiating skills. Learn how you can save money using the techniques and tips of negotiations from this course. Topics covered include closing fees, which selling method is best for you, preparing the property for maximum profits and understanding terms of listing agreements. Students compare Selling By Owner, discount Brokerage, Full-Service Brokerage and Auctions. Your home is probably your largest investment, learn how to protect your profits. Taught by a consumer real estate consultant. Class Limit: 50

Fee: $10  Materials Fee: $5  Registration Fee: $5

PLC 611 A  T  05:30PM-09:30PM  06/17/08  C Hull
Valley Mall 6

Home and Garden

Feng Shui in the Garden

Join Jodi Spickler, a graduate of the Western School of Feng Shui to learn how to apply Feng Shui principles in your garden. With an understanding of Feng Shui you can instinctively create a beautiful, harmonious space in your yard, and thus in your life. Gardens play an important part in our lives as places to relax, to provide food and medicine and to maintain a link with the earth. Join Jodi for this interesting class that will bring harmony and beauty to your garden this year. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $25 Materials Fee: $5

HOM 035 A1  T  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/01/08-04/08/08  
J Spickler  Adv. Tech. Center 132

Use Home Staging Ideas to Sell Your Home

Would you like to sell your home? Do you need ideas to help “stage” your home so buyers will buy? This class will help you to enhance your home without spending extra money or very little money. Jodi is an Accredited Professional Stager (ASP). She will share ideas with you that could make a difference in setting your home apart from all the rest on the market. Come join us and we will discuss many unique ideas. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $20  Registration Fee: $5

HOM 028 A1  T  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/15/08  J Spickler  
Adv. Tech. Center 132

Pruning Landscape Plants Seminar with
Sandy Scott

Join retired Washington County horticulture consultant Sandy Scott for this new seminar focusing on pruning landscape plants. Spring will soon be here and our thoughts will turn to green grass, spring flowers and landscaping! Now is the time to learn all the latest techniques of pruning and shaping plants to enhance their beauty and develop sturdy growth. Through a combination of lecture and hands on demonstrations using plants located on our beautiful College Campus the proper techniques of pruning and shaping will be explored. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

HOM 009 A1  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  04/05/08  S Scott
Adv. Tech. Center 121 

Wildflowers

We all appreciate the beauty of wildflowers in a natural setting; join Sandy Scott for this great new class focusing on the cultivation of Wildflowers in your home garden this spring. Most wildflowers are insect and disease tolerant and do not require special care. Let Sandy show you how easy wildflowers are to grow! Class Limit: 20

Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

HOM 034 A1  M  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/14/08  S Scott  
Valley Mall 6

Growing Woody Ornamentals

Join Sandy Scott for this new course focusing on a successful plan for growing Woody Ornamentals. Learn the basics of growing Woody Ornamentals including proper planting, selecting and caring for these trees and shrubs. Sandy Scott will help you to create a beautiful landscape with the right foundation when you purchase and plant your trees and shrubs! Class Limit: 20

Fee: $30  Registration Fee: $5

HOM 030 A1  M  06:30PM-08:30PM  05/05/08-05/12/08  
S Scott  Valley Mall 6

Spring Birding: Migratory Song Birds—Class and Field Trip

Every year thousands of song birds migrate north into our Mid-Atlantic region. Join Dave Weesner, area birding specialist and discover the joy of spring birding! The first session will introduce you to the spring birding basics focusing on: migration, silhouettes, identification, equipment and habitat. You will discover where and how to find birds in Washington County and Maryland with a focus on Spring Migration. This class will culminate in a local birding field trip to view habitat and identify these beautiful birds. Please bring binoculars and bird book, dress in layers and wear waterproof shoes. Field Trip date is Saturday, April 26, 7:00AM - 9:00AM, location for this field trip to be discussed in class session. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $30  Registration Fee: $5

SEN 521 A1  W  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/16/08-04/26/08  
D Weesner  Valley Mall 1

Mysterious Creatures of the Night:
Evening Wildlife Walk

As the sun sets in Washington County and dusk surrounds the evening air, many animals that are not active during the daylight hours come out of hiding. Join Dave Weesner, area Naturalist and Maryland DNR Ranger, for this relaxed and informative evening wildlife walk. Dave has led many of these interesting evening wildlife walks and always enjoys pointing out and identifying many of these mysterious voices of the night. Nocturnal animals we hope to see or hear: Barred Owl, Screech Owl, Whip-Poor-Will, Woodcock, beaver, deer, bats and species of frogs, toads and insects. We will be walking on relatively flat terrain in the Indian Springs Wildlife Management Area. We will meet in the parking area of the Indian Springs Wildlife Management Area near Clear Spring, Maryland. A complete itinerary and directions to the parking area at Indian Springs will be sent to you one week prior to the trip departure date. Please bring binoculars, flashlights, dress in layers and wear hiking boots or supportive shoes. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 147 A1  S  07:30PM-10:00PM  05/17/08  D Weesner   

History of Your House

Would you like to learn the history of your house or a building that interests you? Join Christine Toms for this interesting course combining technology and traditional research skills. Christine is a recent graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design and holds a Master of Arts in Historic Preservation. Christine will guide you through the process of reading deeds, wills, census records, city directories, and other reference tools to research the history of your property. Whether you are interested in area history, researching the lore of your own home or the potential purchase or selling of property let Christine Toms help you to gain the basic research tools for success. Class Limit: 14

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

HOM 027 C  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  04/12/08-04/26/08  
C Toms  Valley Mall 7

Architecture of Your House

Join Christine Toms for this interesting new course focusing on the architectural history of your home. Ever wonder what architectural style your house is or what changes have happened to your house over time? Thinking about redoing your house and what to save in all the architectural elements that give your house its character? This course will explain the different architectural styles and floor plans from the late 1700’s to the early 1900’s and how to look at your house in architectural elements not as an entire house. Christine Toms is a graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design and holds a Master of Arts in Historic Preservation. Class Limit: 14

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

HOM 033 C  S  09:00AM-12:00PM  05/10/08-05/24/08  
C Toms  Valley Mall 7

Growing and Cooking With Herbs

Join instructors Lori Young and Rob Rubisch for this new course featuring gardening and cooking! Many of us enjoy gardening and are interested in adding flavorful fresh herbs to our gardens and then into our kitchen! Horticulturalist Lori Young will guide you through the basics of easy growing for healthy herbs! Rob Rubisch will then show us the best way to cook with herbs and demonstrate the appropriate herbs to use for each dish. This hands-on class will provide you with delicious multiple ways to use and cook with herbs. We will discuss 2-3 herbs per class. Come and enjoy the aromas and tastes of herbs! Our instructors Lori Young holds a horticulture degree from Penn State University and Rob Rubisch is a graduate of the L’Academie de Cuisine. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $40  Materials Fee: $15  Registration Fee: $5

HOM 036 A1  W  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/23/08-05/07/08  
Staff  Valley Mall 1

Interior Design Inspiration Part II

You asked for It! We heard your requests for Part II and Interior Designer, Carolyn is back to teach you the “tricks-of-the-trade.” You will learn creative painting techniques, tips on purchasing and hanging wallpaper, how to use various types of wall products such as tile or mirrors, window treatments, different types of flooring and ways to add custom touches with accessories. Whether you are a first time decorator or experienced homeowner this class will give you the decorating skills you can build on! Class Limit: 12

Fee: $60  Registration Fee: $5

PDV 203 B1  W  07:00PM-09:00PM  04/09/08-05/21/08  
C Lachenmayr  Adv. Tech. Center 121

History and Culture

Women in the American Revolution

The purpose of this program is to illustrate the diversity of experiences of women involved on both sides of the war. Major categories covered are: (1) Camp followers. We will define this term as well as cover their roles in detail. We will also discuss the disparate experiences of those followers of enlisted men as compared to those of officers. (2) The home front. Examples given range from the roles of Abigail Adams to the Mohawk, Molly Brant. (3) Bearing arms. We will discuss examples ranging from the frontiers to that of the eastern theatre of operations. In the east, besides the experiences of Margaret Corbin and Mary Ludwig Hays, particular attention will be spent on Deborah Sampson from Massachusetts. By choice, she enlisted in the Continental army in 1781. We will discuss her motivations as well as the myths and realities of her experiences. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $50  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 185 A  T  09:00AM-12:00PM  03/04/08-03/11/08  
R Swartz  Valley Mall 6

Lord Dunmore’s War

Join Roger Swartz in this new program investigating the background causes of the 1774 war between Virginia and the Ohio Indians, including reasons for Great Britain’s efforts to withhold settlement east of the Proclamation Line of 1763; and Virginia’s efforts to institage an Indian war in order to procure lands east of the Ohio. Major events of the war are explored, including: the massacre of Logan’s family at Yellow Creek; the Battle of Point Pleasant; and Governor Dunmore’s expedition to the Muskingum, culminating in the Indians’ ceding their Kentucky lands. What were the war’s results? Inspire of Dunmore’s success for Virginia, why was he so unpopular? These questions will also be addressed.
Fee: $50  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 208 A  T  09:00AM-12:00PM  04/08/08-04/15/08   
R Swartz  Valley Mall 6

French & Indian War: “The Forbes Campaign
of 1758”

Picture in your mind the following scenes: A Moravian Missionary —alone—confronts the war chief of the Lenape Indians, allies of the French. Against the odds of mud, rain, and the bloody flux— enlistments are running out. Political intrigue rules this world of battles fought to control the new economics of land and trade. George Washington disobeying his immediate commander, Virginians fire upon Virginians, the French attack a British fort, The French Fort Duquesne becomes a major objective worldwide by the British Prime Minister, Sir William Pitt. Join Roger Swartz, historian and author for this incredible narration of these historical facts which relieved the frontiers of Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania during the French & Indian War. Class Limit: 20
Fee: $50  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 201 A  T  09:00AM-12:00PM  05/21/08-05/28/08   
R Swartz  Valley Mall 4

The 1864 Shenandoah Valley Campaign

When Confederate General Jubal Early marched “Stonewall” Jackson’s old army corps back into the Valley in June 1864, some might have thought “Old Jube” would be able to reclaim both the Valley and the glory of 1862. Early had some success, launching an invasion of Maryland in early July 1864, during which time he won the Battle of Monocacy and actually threatened Washington. But in early August 1864, overall Union army commander Ulysses S. Grant sent Union General Philip Sheridan to take command of Federal troops in the Valley, ordering him to destroy both Early’s Confederate army and the Shenandoah Valley as a food source for the Confederacy. Sheridan followed his orders to the letter. Join Jeff Driscoll for this four-week class as we look at the incredibly important 1864 Shenandoah Valley Campaign. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $60  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 189 A  W  06:30PM-08:30PM  03/12/08-04/02/08  
T Driscoll  Valley Mall 4

The Desert War: War World II in North Africa

The Desert War started as an Italian attempt to revive the glory of Rome, with territorial acquisitions in North Africa. But when the Italians ran into trouble fighting against British forces, in early 1941 Hitler sent in what would become the famous Afrika Korps, a small German force commanded by Erwin Rommel. In reality the war in North Africa was nothing more than a side-show, especially in comparison with the massive forces battling on the Eastern Front. But despite that, Rommel’s German/Italian made history, pushing the British back to the western frontiers of Egypt. It was then that Bernard Montgomery was appointed to take command of the British Commonwealth field forces facing Rommel. Montgomery would prove Rommel’s nemesis, defeating the Axis army at El Alamein in the fall of 1942, forcing Rommel to retreat west, in the direction of the U.S. forces that had already landed in North Africa. Join Jeff Driscoll for this five-week class that looks at this fascinating piece of World War II history, beginning with Italy’s initial ventures, through the surrender of Axis forces in May 1943. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $75  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 194 A  R  06:30PM-08:30PM  04/03/08-05/01/08  
T Driscoll  Valley Mall 3

Hitler: the Monster Leads the World To War:
1936-1941

By the end of 1936, Adolf Hitler and his Nazi Party had reached a position of absolute power in Germany. For Hitler, however, it was just the beginning. He intended leading his nation into war —a war that would, among other things, destroy Bolshevism, win lands in Eastern Europe (“Lebensraum”), and gain sweet revenge for the unjust provisions set out in the Treaty of Versailles. Hitler would get his war, of course, a conflict that would eventually draw in most of the countries of the world and in the end be responsible for the death of as many as 50 million people. Join Jeff Driscoll as he looks at this fascinating, yet tragic, period in our world history. We’ll pick up our story in 1936, look at the next three years leading up to the outset of World War II, on September 1, 1939, then continue through the Invasion of the Soviet Union, on June 22, 1941. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $50  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 192 A  R  06:30PM-08:30PM  05/08/08-05/22/08  
T Driscoll  Valley Mall 6

Normandy Invasion

Were you or a member of your family part of World War II? Did you serve overseas or on the homefront? Spend four great weeks in this focused course considering all aspects of the Normandy Invasion. Instructor Jeff Driscoll will explore the following Normandy invasion topics: the concept of an invasion of Western Europe, the building of the Atlantic Wall by Nazi Germany, the planning of the invasion, the build-up of Allied forces in England, the many methods of deception the Allies used, all pre-invasion preparation, the invasion itself, and the aftermath of the invasion. We’ll also take a particularly hard look at the involvement of U.S. forces in the invasion, including the work of the U.S. Airborne troops and the landings on Utah and Omaha Beaches. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $60  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 115 A  R  06:30PM-08:30PM  05/29/08-06/19/08  
T Driscoll  Valley Mall 4

Hitler’s Downfall: the Monster Falls, 1941-1945

The Monster, Adolf Hitler, got his war, and for the first few years, things went even better than anyone had expected they would. That all changed, however, mainly because the Germans over-extended themselves by invading the Soviet Union. By the end of 1942, the German Sixth Army was facing annihilation in and around Stalingrad; Rommel’s Afrika Korps was retreating west from El Alamein; and German cities were being bombed. The German Wehrmacht, initially on the offensive, found itself now on the defense, and by 1944, Soviet armies were creeping ever closer to Germany’s eastern borders, and the western Allies had landed on the French coast and were slowly making their way up the boot of Italy. By the spring of 1945, German cities were in ruins, millions of Jews and other Europeans had been exterminated, and the “Monster” and his fanatical Nazi followers continued to hold out in Berlin. But the end was near. Join Jeff Driscoll for this three-week course that focuses on the final few years of World War II in Europe and the eventual collapse of Hitler and his Third Reich. Class Limit: 20

Fee: $50  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Registration Fee: $5

DIS 193 A  R  06:30PM-08:30PM  06/26/08-07/10/08  
T Driscoll  Valley Mall 6

Genealogy

Genealogy Plus

Get on the inside Genealogy Track! HCC Genealogy instructor Dorothy Reed will guide you through new and innovative computer generated research techniques, using Family Tree Maker, Heritage Quest, DNA research and the Internet. This class is in the HCC Valley Mall Training Center computer lab with direct access to the mainstays of genealogy research online. This hands-on computer class is designed for genealogy enthusiasts who are researching their family history and would like to explore additional resources. Basic computer keyboard skills and knowledge of Windows helpful. Class Limit: 14

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Materials Fee: $10

Registration Fee: $5

SEN 097 A1  F  01:30PM-04:00PM  05/16/08-06/06/08  
D Reed  Fort Ritchie Education Center 1

SEN 097 B1  F  01:30PM-04:00PM  04/11/08-05/02/08  
D Reed  Valley Mall 2

Tracing Your Family Roots—Introduction To Genealogy

Making a personal connection with history and discovering previously unknown relatives are just two of the many rewards available from researching your family tree. Join HCC Genealogy instructor Dorothy Reed in this introductory course that will cover the fundamental building blocks of genealogy research using the most current reference tools, including an introduction to computer reference CDs and the Internet. Learn to put your family information on paper, where to find the source documents, and the best ways to research in order to save valuable time. This class is held in the HCC Valley Mall Training Center, with direct access to three of the mainstays of genealogy research online: Family Tree Maker, Heritage Quest and the Internet. Take advantage of instructor Dorothy Reed’s twenty plus years of genealogy research. Class Limit: 14

Fee: $45  Senior Adult Fee: $35  Materials Fee: $10

Registration Fee: $5

SEN 377 B1  F  09:30AM-12:00PM  04/11/08-05/02/08  
D Reed  Valley Mall 2

SEN 377 C1  T  06:00PM-08:30PM  04/08/08-04/29/08  
D Reed  Valley Mall 2

SEN 377 A1  F  09:30AM-12:00PM  05/16/08-06/06/08  
D Reed  Fort Ritchie Education Center 1

Washington D.C. Research Trip

Join HCC Continuing Education Genealogy instructor Dorothy Reed on this genealogy research trip to Washington, D.C. Research time is built into this day and may be used either at the DAR Library, the Library of Congress or the National Archives. Instructor Dorothy Reed will contact participants one week prior to the trip for a discussion of research options. Lunch is on your own but may be purchased within walking distance of all facilities. Tour fee includes: motor coach transportation/gratuity. A complete itinerary will be sent to you one week prior to the tour date. There is an additional admissions fee of $6 to the DAR Library. Class Limit: 15

Fee: $30  Registration Fee: $5

SEN 144 A1  T  07:00AM-05:30PM  03/25/08  D Reed  

Music

Opera Appreciation

The Hagerstown Community College Opera Appreciation class returns for our 11th season of wonderful opera classes in this entertaining course based upon the Spring 2008 Baltimore Opera Season at The Lyric Theatre. Join instructors Thomas Magruder for Romeo and Juliette by Charles Gounod and Joseph Marschner for Madama Butterfly by Giacomo Puccini. This exciting series will feature introductory lectures; discussing the story line, the composer, the background of opera and the performers, matched with a focused demonstration on the operatic production via recordings and film. Each class will culminate in a trip to the live production of each opera at The Lyric Theatre. Each class fee includes: two pre-opera lectures, Grand Tier opera ticket, and transportation/gratuity. Opera lectures will be held on Saturdays on the main campus of the Community College. All performances are Sunday matinees. Saturday lectures for The Romeo and Juliette ANE 100 C1 3/29 and 4/5. Sunday matinee performance is 4/6. Saturday lectures for Madama Butterfly ANE D1, 5/10 and 5/17. Sunday matinee is 5/18. Class Limit: 43

Fee: $110  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 100 C  SU  09:30AM-12:00PM  03/29/08-04/06/08  T Magruder  Theater

ANE 100 D  SU  09:30AM-12:00PM  05/03/08-05/18/08  J Marschner  Theater

Guitar

Guitar for Beginners

Have you always wanted to learn to play the guitar? You can learn in this low pressure, slow paced group environment. This class is for absolute beginners and teaches the fundamentals of basic guitar performance including chords, strumming, fingerpicking, and note reading. It is a great way to “try out” guitar before the commitment of private lessons or to refresh your memory from having played years ago. Sign up with a friend, or with your son or daughter! Student must provide his or her own guitar (electric or acoustic, but acoustic is preferred), picks, and a folding music stand. This course is open to adults and children 11 years of age or older. (Materials fee includes textbook, distributed in the first class session.) Class Limit: 15

Fee: $70   Materials Fee: $12   Registration Fee: $5

ANE 105 C1  W  06:00PM-07:00PM  05/07/08-06/11/08  
C Mowbray Classroom Building 123

Guitar Part II

Join Guitar for Beginners instructor, Candice Mowbray for the next step! Guitar for Beginners Part II. Students will continue to improve their skills and knowledge of music reading, chords, and strumming. Students will also learn basic scales and improvisations. Student must provide his or her own guitar (electric or acoustic, but acoustic is preferred), picks and a folding music stand. This course is open to adults and children 11 years of age or older. Pre-requisite: “Guitar for Beginners.” Class Limit: 15

Fee: $70  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 129 B1  W  06:00PM-07:00PM  03/19/08-04/23/08  
C Mowbray Classroom Building 123

Kindermusik

Kindermusik Village “Dewdrops” Newborn To 17 Months

Join instructor Shonelle Strausbaugh for this new session of Kindermusik Village, “DEWDROPS.” This new class focuses on spring time flowers and rain showers and provides a delightful environment unlike any other. Through a unique blend of multi-level activities that includes creative movement, vocal play, object and instrument exploration, and a colorful literature component, your baby’s growth and development are stimulated and all of his senses engaged. Kindermusik Village, for children newborn to 17 months of age with accompanying parent or caregiver, incorporates the most current research on early childhood development and provides families a special place for learning and connecting with other parents and babies through music and movement. High quality, professionally created class and At Home materials include Kindermusik Foundations of Learning, insights based on current research that educate parents about their babies’ unique development. Materials fee includes the “At Home” materials set including Baby’s Literature Book, Baby’s Home Journal, Home CD, Art Banner, Clear Vinyl Storage and Carry Bag. Materials fee is non-refundable after the first class session. Class sessions are held in the beautiful Antietam Room at the Robinwood Retirement Village located across the street from the Robinwood Medical Center. Plenty of close parking and easy access to the first level meeting room. Please use the entrance marked Town Center. Please contact Shonelle Strausbaugh if you have additional questions, musik4kids@yahoo.com. Class Limit: 10

Fee: $65  Materials Fee: $33  Registration Fee: $5

ANE 225 A1  M  10:30AM-11:00AM  03/31/08-05/19/08  
S Strausbaugh  Village at Robinwood RR

Kindermusik ABC Music and Me—Ages 3 and 4, Part 2

Join instructor Shonelle Strausbaugh for this new Kindermusik class “ABC Music and Me” Part 2. This new program will allow your growing preschooler some independence, while still allowing the parent or caregiver to join their child to participate in the last 10 minutes of class. This session designed for children 3-4 years of age with accompanying parent or caregiver, will have 2 themes: “Down on the Ground” and “Splash!” The “Down on the Ground theme uses children’s love of critters and outdoors to talk about things that live, grow, scurry and bounce around down on the ground. Children will sing, rhyme, gesture and move to a variety of activities, while they explore the theme “I love to observe the world around me. I can imitate sounds and movement.” The Splash theme is a trip to the beach, river and bathtub! Children will explore the sounds, sensations, movements, and music of all things wet and bubbly while they explore the theme “I’m learning to understand the world through opposites. I can think in 3’s.” At home materials: The “Down on the Ground” Home Kit includes a Family Guide and Home CD. The Family Guide details what a child learned in the classroom, suggests home activities and games to continue learning at home. The Home CDs include all the songs from the class and a narration of stories includ