Peeking at the President
Science Tuesdays
Barack Obama
This session ends the series on “Peeking at the
Presidents.” As President Barack Obama leaves office
after eight years, look back at the historic events of his
presidency. What will Obama’s legacy be? What will
retirement mean for this young president?
All the Jewels!
Join gemologist Denise Nelson as she visits Brazil’s mines,
the source of many of the world’s best emeralds, and
explains collecting and the processes that result in jewelry
and museum treasures.
Seniors
Joan Adams, our popular college professor, presents
an in-depth view of the times and issues faced by our
commanders-in-chief.
57696 M
Card Room
1/23
10:15-11:15 AM
$6/$9/$11
Piano — Continuing Students
This course is for our continuing, most advanced students.
The course focuses on keyboard, rhythms and techniques.
Students must have taken at least two sessions prior, and
the class is limited to four students to allow for individual
attention.
57786 Tu
Board Room
1/17-2/28 11:30 AM-12:20 PM $85/$107/$134
Piano Beginner II
This course is for students who have taken the fall 2016
class or have completed a basic beginner course. Keep
your fingers nimble and music in your life. Class continues
to cover keyboard, rhythms and techniques. Limited to
four participants to allow for individual instruction.
57787 Tu
57839 Tu
Board Room
1/17-2/28 10:30-11:20 AM
1/17-2/28 2-2:50 PM
$85/$107/$134
$85/$107/$134
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Come join our friendly group of quilters, share ideas
and techniques, and keep current on the latest trends in
quilting. Work on your own or join a group project. No
class Feb. 20.
12:45-2:45 PM
$9/$13/$17
Positive Pow Wow
Looking for a discussion group? Meet with fellow seniors
and chat about the day, current events or hobbies.
58042 Tu
2/7-3/14
Counselors Office
1-2:30 PM
56773 Tu
Azalea Room
Free
12/13
1-2 PM
Free
Robotics
Bob Ekman, president of the Rockville Science Center,
demonstrates what’s new and exciting in robotics, and the
current development of the science center.
57973
Tu
1/10
1-2 PM
Free
Let’s Get Spacey
Meet Michael Salapka, an amateur astronomer who brings
us up-to-date on black holes, new planets and private
space exploration.
57974
Tu
2/14
1-2 PM
Free
In the Body
Dr. Alexandra Denito is the newest board member of
the Rockville Science Center and a published molecular
endocrinologist. Learn about diet, environment and gene
interaction.
57975 Tu
Board Room
Piecemakers’ Club
57780 M
1/23-3/6
Arts and Crafts Room
An engaging monthly presentation and conversation with
a scientist, each meeting focusing on a different topic. No
scientic background required, just curiosity. Co-sponsored
by Rockville Science Center.
3/14
1-2 PM
Free