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howardcc.edu/ConEd 443-518-1700 Winter 2018 49 Personal Enrichment Ms. Fix-It: Secrets of Home Repair Do you feel helpless when confronted with a home repair? is limited hands-on class teaches you how to fix common household problems easily and safely. Enjoy the savings and satisfaction of learning tips, tools, and skills for simple jobs around the house. Topics include power tools, carpentry, plumbing, and electricity. Class size is limited, so sign up now. $115** (includes $40 in fees*) Thu 6:30pm-9pm, Jan 11-Feb 1 XE-815 6254 #7867 Oakland Mills High School Beer & Wine Appreciation Beer Appreciation From ancient Sumatra to Delaware; Old Country to Plym- outh Rock; Chicha to Chili Pepper Ale; Fritz Maytag to Michael Jackson; Prohibition to the GABF - learn a brief history of the Nectar of the Gods. Join Nick "e Balti- more Beertrekker" Nichols as you taste a variety of beers from microbrews to imports, paired with cheeses! Come celebrate Maryland beers and learn about Baltimore beer history! Participants must be 21 or older. Please bring a glass (not plastic) and a bottle of water. Minimum of six students required. $69** (includes $55 in fees*) Thu 7pm-9:30pm, Mar 8 XE-624 6226 #7861 Gateway Campus Introduction to Wine Do you enjoy wine but don't feel confident in your knowledge of the subject? Join this class and overcome your insecurities. Discuss wine production, different types of wines, wine ter- minology, and other useful information. Examine different aromas and decipher wine labels to determine how various wines will taste. Discover varieties of California wines, as well as regional wines from France, Italy, and Germany. e class includes comprehensive tasting. Participants must be 21 or older. Do not wear perfume or cologne. Bring four glasses (not plastic), bottled water, salt-free crackers and napkins to class. Minimum of six students required. $119** (includes $65 in fees*) Thu 6:30pm-9:30pm, Feb 22-Mar 1 XE-746 6257 #3713 Gateway Campus Myth and American History NEW! Societies select and promote information about the past to help people develop a sense of their history and identity. Unfortunately, many of the "facts" that are taught are oen overly simplified, half-true, excessively biased or just false. It is oen difficult to separate legend and popular misconcep- tions from historically accurate information. is course will explore why myths arose, the role they play and what histo- rians say really happened. It will assist you to think critically while challenging widespread misunderstandings. Examine how popular culture, politics and education influence our knowledge of the past. Historical topics will include colo- nialism, the Revolution, expansion of the nation, the rights of women, minorities and immigrants, the wars of the 20th century, the 1960s and more. $109** (includes $40 in fees*) Wed 7pm-9pm, Feb 7-Mar 14 XE-564 6355 #4141 Gateway Campus New Genealogy on the Internet NEW! In the past five years, because of technology and the internet, there has been a revolution in the way genealogists do their research and record their findings. Come learn about the huge repositories, some free and others with fees, to preserve your legacy (the treasures you have discovered) and to break through your brick walls. In addition, learn how you can contribute to the growing on-line resources to assist others in their quest and to select genealogy soware for your home. Instructor Davis Gardner is president of the Howard County Genealogical Society and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this topic. $109** (includes $40 in fees*) Tue 6:30pm-8:30pm, Jan 16-Feb 20 XE-555 6352 #4119 Gateway Campus Home & Garden From Seeds to Blooms NEW! As the winter drags on, thoughts of spring take root. Join Christian Melendez and learn how to start and propagate your own seedlings. By adapting the basic elements that greenhouse growers use, gardeners in this class use creativ- ity in their space to get a head start on the growing season by starting their own seedlings and propagating existing plants...all on a budget. Other benefits to starting your own seedlings include ensuring higher quality and timing your plants so they are ready to go for planting. $49** (includes $40 in fees*) Thu 6:30pm-8:30pm, Mar 15 XE-572 6212 #4162 Oakland Mills High School