Rockville Rec Guide - Fall 2016 Winter 2017 | Page 40

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 Page 40 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 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