Events

In the final section of “The Search for the Smallest Thing”, we’ll get heavily into subatomic particles. It turns out there are a lot of them, and a lot of them are made of even smaller particles like “quarks”. We’ll talk about particle accelerators and how they contribute to new discoveries. We’ll talk about the […]

Why do some seniors opt for a will when planning their estate, while some choose a trust and others decide they need both? When might a trust serve your own unique situation better than a will? Please join us for an informative class on the differences between these important legal instruments and information on the […]

The Line Dancing Club will meet once per month on the third Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. If you attended any of the 3 previous line dance classes, you should be able to join in the fun. We will review all the dances learned and take requests for your favorites. New dances will […]

What really happens after you dial 911? Who is on the other end of the line? This presentation will introduce you to the Prince William County Department of Public Safety Communications (DPSC) and the trained operators who answer the call. The Community Outreach Team will discuss its function and relationship to the PW County fire […]

In the final section of “The Search for the Smallest Thing”, we’ll get heavily into subatomic particles. It turns out there are a lot of them, and a lot of them are made of even smaller particles like “quarks”. We’ll talk about particle accelerators and how they contribute to new discoveries. We’ll talk about the […]

Having completed the classes on women in the Old Testament, Father Hughes will now cover the historical, theological and archeological components of women in the New Testament. The information Father Hughes told of the Women of the Old Testament was filled with fascinating details, humor and the history of the times. You may want to […]

Screen goddess Marilyn Monroe was born 100 years ago, yet she continues to fascinate audiences today. If anything, her talent and charisma are more appreciated now than during her heyday in the 1950s and early 1960s. Her extraordinary career and the challenges of her unhappy personal life have been the subject of dozens of biographies […]

Join artist Heidi Rugg and the Barefoot Puppet Theatre for a deep dive into the art of puppetry. You will learn the five basic types of puppets (hand, rod, shadow, marionette, and object) in this interactive demonstration. There will be a dash of history, a handful of contemporary examples in how puppetry works in movies […]

Judge William Jarvis returns to continue his always popular discussions of topics currently at the forefront of the judicial system. High profile trials, policing practices, and other legal issues are always in the news. How should we look at these headlines? What do we need to know to understand them? Judge Jarvis answers these questions […]

In the final section of “The Search for the Smallest Thing”, we’ll get heavily into subatomic particles. It turns out there are a lot of them, and a lot of them are made of even smaller particles like “quarks”. We’ll talk about particle accelerators and how they contribute to new discoveries. We’ll talk about the […]

A rotation of seasoned writers will lead the weekly sessions. Participants will receive inspiration, ideas, examples, and prompts from various sources and will have in-class time to write and share their writing. Each class will include time to learn from, write with, and listen to fellow writers. Our guide for the fall semester will be […]

Recent advancements in our understanding of how the brain learns have transformed the way we design and support effective instruction. These insights are especially powerful in adult learning, where research now shows that the brain continues to adapt and reorganize throughout life, a phenomenon known as neuroplasticity. As we age, the brain retains a remarkable […]

Books, both fiction and non-fiction, are selected by the members, and the suggested books are assigned to a month from September through June. Members are encouraged to lead a discussion. The discussions are educational, interesting, and fun for all, including those who may not have finished reading the book. Presenter: n/a n/a LLI Coordinator: Lianetta […]

This class will be a chronological journey backwards and forwards in time to examine the development of English from its prehistoric origins, through Old and Middle English, and finally to Modern English and its many dialects. Dr. Wulf will explore ways in which English as a language has developed, including in its phonology, morphology, syntax, […]