Calendar listing
Calvert County
Basics of Acting and Public Speaking. Saturdays, Oct. 6 Nov. 10, 9 a.m. – noon, Southern Pines Senior Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby. Learn the fundamental skills of acting and public speaking. A great prep class for anyone wishing to try out for local theater productions or looking to improve their public speaking skills. Fee. Sponsored by the College of Southern Maryland. 301-934-7652 or 301-870-3008, Ext. 7652 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7652 for St. Marys County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7652 for Calvert County or email vickieg@csmd.edu.
Feng Shui for Your Home. Nov. 17, 10 a.m. 4 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. This introductory Feng Shui class will teach you how to bring balance and harmony to your home. Discussions will include the different schools of Feng Shui, what Feng Shui is and isn't, the five concepts of Feng Shui, which include Tao, Chi, Yin/Yang and the five elements. Bonus: learn how to bring abundance and balance into your life and relationships. Fee. 301-934-7652 or 301-870-3008, Ext. 7652 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7652 for St. Marys County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7652 for Calvert County or email vickieg@csmd.edu.
Charles County
Introduction to Voice-Overs. Oct. 8, 7 – 9 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. This informative and empowering class will teach the basics of entering a successful career as a voice-over artist. Many who have taken this class have gone on to become professional voice actors. Fee. 301-934-7652 or 301-870-3008, Ext. 7652 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7652 for St. Marys County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7652 for Calvert County or email vickieg@csmd.edu.
The Ancient Art of Beadwork. Saturdays, Nov. 3 – 10, 9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. Find your creative side through use of seed beads, needle and thread to create beautiful pieces of jewelry. This beginners class will introduce techniques such as ladder, brick, peyote and herringbone stitch. Fee. 301-934-7652 or 301-870-3008, Ext. 7652 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7652 for St. Marys County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7652 for Calvert County or email vickieg@csmd.edu
Introduction to Therapeutic Riding. Saturdays, Dec. 1 15, 10 a.m.-noon, Kamp-A-Kom-Plish Equestrian Center, 9035 Ironsides Road., Nanjemoy. A North America Riding for the Handicapped certified instructor will introduce the theories as well as the physical, emotional and cognitive benefits behind therapeutic riding. Learn basic horsemanship skills, complete a volunteer training course and assist in lessons and activities as side-walkers and leaders. Fee. Sponsored by the College of Southern Maryland. 301-934-7652 or 301-870-3008, Ext. 7652 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7652 for St. Marys County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7652 for Calvert County or email vickieg@csmd.edu.
St. Marys County
Ghost Hunting. Saturdays, Sept. 22 Nov. 10, 10 11:30 a.m., College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown. Learn the basics of ghost hunting and execute your own investigation plan as you visit a local and reportedly haunted location. Fee. 301-934-7652 or 301-870-3008, Ext. 7652 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7652 for St. Marys County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7652 for Calvert County or email vickieg@csmd.edu.
Scrapbooking Basics. Saturdays, Oct. 6 27, 9 – 11 a.m., Garvey Senior Center, 41780 Baldridge Street, Leonardtown. Indulge your creative side and learn the timeless tradition of scrapbooking. Learn to tell stories through the use of visual and tactile page elements. Bring your favorite photos or memorabilia, the rest will be provided. Fee. Sponsored by the College of Southern Maryland. 301-934-7652 or 301-870-3008, Ext. 7652 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7652 for St. Marys County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7652 for Calvert County or email vickieg@csmd.edu.
Feng Shui Gardening for Fall and Winter. Oct. 20, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus, 22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown. Learn how to use elements like line, color and touch to bring harmony to your garden and create a healthy, happier, and more playful outdoor environment. Fee. 301-934-7652 or 301-870-3008, Ext. 7652 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7652 for St. Marys County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7652 for Calvert County or email vickieg@csmd.edu.