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Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Additional fee: Materials fee of $15, payable to instructor. Both beginners and experienced card makers are welcome. This course teaches techniques to produce lovely cards to lift spirits and celebrate all occasions. Most tools and supplies are provided. Please note the additional fee mentioned above.
Taught by: Charlene Jehle
Ocean View Community Center: February 4, 2026 to April 22, 2026
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
This course will cover the development of classical music from the Baroque period to the 20th century. Students learn the five elements of music and how they work together to form music that remains popular for centuries. Course includes lecture, discussion and video recordings of the music being presented. Students have the opportunity to listen to the selected works at home both after a class presentation and in preparation. All genres of classical music are covered.
Taught by: James DiBenedetto
Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 2:30 PM
Participants in this course will be able to listen, sing along or play an instrument brought from home. Instructor provides a chronological list of songs, including keys, that we will play each week. Participants can suggest additional songs as we move through our list. If we have enough players, we will rotate performance leaders. Discussions about the songs will occur between performances. We will start on “Route 66” written by Bobby Troup in 1946.
Taught by: Jack Bartley
Ocean View Community Center: February 4, 2026 to April 22, 2026
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
This course will present and discuss the U.S. Civil War, focusing on the engagements between the Union’s Army of the Potomac and the South’s Army of Northern Virginia.
Taught by: Donald Egan
Ocean View Community Center: February 2, 2026 to April 20, 2026
Monday at 10:45 AM
Discussion class based on the Bancroft Prize winning book Seven Social Movements that Changed America by New York University historian Linda Gordon. We intersperse four lecture classes establishing historical context between seven discussion classes based on the seven chapters of the book. Topics range from the Settlement House Movement, to the push for old-age pensions, to recent efforts recognizing the social significance of intersectionality. Come think with me. Sign up for the Dover, Lewes or Ocean View section.
Taught by: Thomas Kelly
Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 12:00 PM
Using The Book of Alchemy as a guide, this class takes a look at developing creative journaling practices for an inspired life. With a collection of wisdom from some of the world’s greatest writers, we will utilize a curated set of prompts for your own writing and reflections. Our focus is on process over perfection, helping participants find a state of “flow” and enjoying the creative process.
Taught by: Kolinda Scialabba
Ocean View Community Center: February 2, 2026 to March 2, 2026
Monday at 10:45 AM
Argentine tango is an improvisational partner dance popular worldwide, and nothing like the “show tango” seen on TV. Argentine tango is mostly slow and sensual, deliberate in movements and all about the walk and your connection to your partner, the music and the moment. We teach the basics starting from tango posture, the embrace, the walk and how to wordlessly lead or follow, plus basic dance moves. After completing the course, students should be prepared to join a local tango group.
Taught by: John Huegel
Ocean View Community Center: February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026
Wednesday at 12:45 PM
This course explores the cultural heritage of the Pacific Islands through dances from places such as Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand and the Philippines. The class emphasizes enjoyment while developing physical fitness, including stamina, balance and coordination. A beginner level course, the class may be taken several times for exercise. Participants should wear comfortable clothing.
Taught by: Cezarina Cornejo Alzona
Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
Participants in this class perform a series of strength, flexibility and cardiovascular exercises from a seated position. It is appropriate for all skill levels and abilities.
Taught by: Charlene Jehle
Ocean View Community Center: February 2, 2026 to April 13, 2026
Monday at 10:45 AM
This is a beginning class for those who are interested in learning how to knit. If you have never knitted before and not sure you have what it takes, or would just like to try, this is the class for you. We plan to teach how to cast on and use three knitting stitches (garter, stockinette and seed stitches). Completion of a smaller scale project is our goal. Beginning supplies will be made available to learn with, or you are welcome to bring or purchase your own supplies. No specific needle size is required to start.
Taught by: Eileen McDaniel, Karla Timmons
Ocean View Community Center: February 2, 2026 to March 2, 2026
Monday at 12:30 PM
This class is for beginners who wish to learn to play well and learn this widely-used and respected version of Mah Jongg, based on the National Mah Jongg League rules. Beginner players will learn tiles, hands, play and strategies using a 300 point “pie.” Support and solutions will be available during play, as well as league news updates.
Taught by: Beth Defrances
Ocean View Community Center: April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
This is planned to be a fun social learning experience. We plan to play Rummy and Trash, both games enjoyed by younger children and adults in this day and age. Socialize, teach and play together.
Taught by:
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
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