Howard Community College

howardcc.edu/ConEd 443-518-1700 Winter / Spring 2020 77 60+ History of the U.S. Presidency Part III NEW! Join instructor Patrick Heline for a fascinating journey through U.S. history by reviewing the policies, programs and legacies of our U.S. presidents. is is the third in a series of courses and will focus on the country's presidents, from John Tyler to James Buchanan. You will examine the leadership abilities of each president and determine how their actions changed the course of American history. $64 (includes $49 in fees*) Sun 11:30am-1:30pm, Apr 19-May 31 (No class May 10 & May 24) XI-428 6638 #7864 Health Sciences Building History of Presidential Assassinations and Civil War NEW! is course will cover the historical events and social im- pact of the assassinations of Presidents Lincoln, Garfield, McKinley and Kennedy. You will evaluate the social and historical impact of each and examine conspiracy theories associated with each event. Instructor: Patrick Heline. $64 (includes $49 in fees*) Sun 2pm-4pm, Apr 19-May 31 (No class May 10 & 24) XI-427 6639 #7566 Health Sciences Building The Magic of the Beatles e Beatles are arguably the most influential musical group in the history of popular music. As musicians, practically every one of their albums broke new ground. Join Amy Andrews as she shares her knowledge of and passion for the original "boy band." Discover—or rediscover—their journey to musical stardom and beyond. Travel with us through the Early Years, Beatlemania, Psychedelic Years and the Studio Years, and explore how John, Paul, George and Ringo made such a lasting impact in the rock 'n roll world and on their fans. $45** (includes $40 in fees*) Thu 10am-12pm, Jan 23-Feb 13 XE-293 6631 #6717 North Laurel Community Center Best American Short Stories Part III NEW! ere have been many clever definitions of the short story over the years. One of the best comes from Lorrie Moore, a writer particularly known for her short stories: "A short story is a love affair; a novel is a marriage." Each year, the editors of the more than 200 American literary magazines that publish short stories send their top stories to compete for a spot in the Best American Short Story anthology. is year's guest editor is Anthony Doerr, the author of the Pulitzer-winning novel, All the Light You Cannot See. is course will meet every other week for six sessions and students will read and discuss two stories for each meeting, a total of 12. For the first class, students in all sections should read Our Day of Grace by Jim Shepard and Wrong Object by Mona Simpson. Instructor: George Clack. $89 (includes $45 in fees*) Thu 1pm-3pm, Jan 9-Mar 19 (No class Jan 16 & 30, Feb 13 & 27, Mar 12) XI-418 6621 #7582 Glenwood Community Center Fri 1pm-3pm, Jan 10-Mar 20 (No class Jan 17, Jan 31, Feb 14, Feb 28, and Mar 13) XI-418 6623 #6682 Health Sciences Building Thu 1pm-3pm, Jan 16-Mar 26 (No class Jan 23, Feb 6 & 20, Mar 5 & 19) XI-418 6622 #7585 Glenwood Community Center Deadlier Than the Male, Part II Agatha Christie is an icon in the classic mystery field. Lesser known, but every bit as accepted as part of the set of classic female detective writers of the Golden Age, is Ngaio Marsh, a New Zealander with British roots. e two of them follow the paths of the traditional Golden Age mystery with some interesting, and different, diversions. e first session of this class will be devoted to Agatha Christie and the second to Ngaio Marsh. You should read (or reread) the classic Christie, e Murder of Roger Ackroyd, and Death and the Dancing Footman by Ngaio Marsh. Both should be readily available at the public library if you do not wish to purchase them. You will discuss them as representatives of their genre as well as products of their individual authors. Instructor: Jean Sonntag. $25 (fee based, no waivers) Tue 1pm-3pm, May 5-May 12 XI-393 6627 #6694 Glenwood Community Center How Movies Tell Stories Part II NEW! You know what makes a good movie—or do you? In the sec- ond of this two-part course, instructor Arthur "Otts" Laupus will delve into more facets of film-making. rough film clips and discussion, you will explore the important elements in narrative film, including editing and sound techniques; the actors' performance and role in the story-telling process; how the director controls a film's artistic and dramatic as- pects, and more. e work of several famous directors will be discussed along with their unique styles and techniques. $59 (includes $45 in fees*) Tue 9:30am-11:30am, Jan 14-Feb 11 XI-420 6629 #6706 Elkridge 50+ Center Discover Patapsco Valley State Park Patapsco Valley State Park is full of historic and natural treasures, and it is all right in your own backyard. Discover historic landmarks and remnants from the past, the evolu- tion from forest reserve to state park, current environmental challenges and explore today's programs, wildlife and other features. Author of recently published book, Patapsco Valley State Park: Images of America, Betsy McMillion will have you seeing the park through new eyes. $25** (fee based, no waivers) Tue 10am-12pm, Apr 21-Apr 28 XE-517 6666 #7612 Elkridge 50+ Center The New Business of Art NEW! The famous contemporary graffiti artist, Banksy, made headlines when one of his paintings sold at auction at So- theby's for $1.4 million and was then immediately shredded. e Whitney Museum of American Art recently opened a Warhol survey to showcase aspects of his Business Art proj- ect. A 2018 HBO documentary, "e Price of Everything," highlights the impact of money on the contemporary art scene. When the spotlight is on the dollar signs next to the art instead of the art itself, what happens to the quality of the art? is course will explore the factors that led to this condition in the current art market and aspects that might re-direct the art market in the future. You will take a look at several financially successful artists and discuss the true value of art. Instructor: Ann Wiker $79 (includes $40 in fees*) Sat 10am-12pm, Mar 7-Mar 28 XI-416 6620 #6679 Elkridge 50+ Center

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