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Period 1
9 - 10:15 am
Period 2
10:30 - 11:45 am
Period 3
1 - 2:15 pm
Period 4
2:30 - 3:45 pm
Period 5
4 - 5:30 pm
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6:45 pm +
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Period 4
Class Spans
1 Period
Acupressure and Self Care with Greg Padrick
Available:
Week 2
Skill Level:
N/A
Learn several methods of stimulating acupressure points for self-care as well as for the treatment of friends and family.
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Period 1
Class Spans
1 Period
Bonsai: More Than Meets the Eye w the Maryland Bonsai Association
Available:
Week 2
Skill Level:
N/A
Dive into the world of Bonsai with members of the Maryland Bonsai Association
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Period 2
Class Spans
1 Period
Gentle Yoga with Erica Chesnik
Available:
Week 2
Skill Level:
N/A
Gentle Yoga incorporates breathing exercises, guided imagery, and meditation for a deeply relaxing experience.
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Period 1
Class Spans
2 Periods
Golf with Phil Gallery
Available:
Week 2
Skill Level:
N/A
Unravel the mysteries of golf. You may never have to yell "fore" again.
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Period 1
Class Spans
1 Period
Morning Yoga: Yawn-Stretch-Yoga with AJ Blye
Available:
Week 1
Available:
Week 3
Skill Level:
N/A
A great way to start your day - with yoga!
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Period 2
Class Spans
1 Period
Natural Beauty for Everyone w Charlotte Orlove
Available:
Week 2
Skill Level:
N/A
Learn techniques to feel like the most confident version of yourself.
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Period 2
Class Spans
1 Period
Playback Improvisation Theater and the Joy of Story - Week 1 VIRTUAL
Available:
Week 1
Skill Level:
N/A
Develop skills as improvisational actors - it's fun! No previous acting experience necessary.
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Period 5
Class Spans
1 Period
Playback Improvisation Theater and the Joy of Story - Week 3 IN PERSON
Available:
Week 3
Skill Level:
N/A
Non-actors and actors alike will enjoy developing the skills of improvisational acting.
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Period 3
Class Spans
1 Period
Qi Gong for Health w Greg Padrick
Available:
Week 2
Skill Level:
N/A
Discover the gentle movements and breathing exercises of Qi Gong.
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Period 2
Class Spans
1 Period
Qi Gong: The Dance of the Phoenix w Nancy McKenzie
Available:
Week 1
Skill Level:
N/A
Learn the Dance of the Phoenix form of Qi Gong.
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Period 3
Class Spans
1 Period
Salsa and Stories with Andrea Cano
Available:
Week 1
Skill Level:
N/A
Go beyond store bought salsa - discover the cultural, spiritual and historical significance of salsa as you learn about ingredients, techniques and recipes.
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Period 5
Class Spans
1 Period
Wine Appreciation with Russ Lorber
Available:
Week 2
Skill Level:
N/A
Get to know the great variety of wines in a supportive environment.
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Period 4
Class Spans
1 Period
Yoga with AJ Blye: Week 1 VIRTUAL
Available:
Week 1
Skill Level:
N/A
Unwind from the stresses of the day with some afternoon yoga!
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Period 3
Class Spans
1 Period
Yoga with AJ Blye: Week 3 IN PERSON
Available:
Week 3
Skill Level:
N/A
Unwind from the stresses of the day with some afternoon yoga!
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Something For Everyone
Schedule a week or two, or three! Or, just sprinkle some classes in between other commitments.
Week 1
6/23/25
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6/27/25
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Week 2
7/7/25
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7/11/25
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Week 3
7/14/25
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7/18/25
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