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Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 1:00 PM
Additional fee: Materials. A hands-on class for experienced weavers to work independently creating baskets of their choosing while learning new techniques and chatting with other weavers. The instructors are available to help with the weaving process and questions. Students may bring their own basket and supplies to class, or the instructors can guide the students in selecting and purchasing basket kits and/or supplies to be made in class. Weavers pay for ordered supplies at cost. There is an additional fee to cover materials.
Taught by: Harriett Smith, Maurice McGrath, Christina Rocke
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to April 21, 2026
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
This class is a weekly workshop for those who know the basics of card making and want a friendly, social environment to share ideas and work on their craft. Participants should bring their own materials.
Taught by: Cindy Myers
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 2, 2026 to April 20, 2026
Monday at 9:00 AM
Join us for a cooperative workshop for art students of all levels and mediums. Exchange ideas and gain knowledge and new perspectives from fellow artists. Students should bring their own art supplies, reference materials and setup.
Taught by: Mary Kate McKinley, Pam McMillan, Peter Feeney
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): March 31, 2026 to April 28, 2026
Tuesday at 12:30 PM
Students learn the ‘Tiffany’ method of stained glass creations. They design a pattern, cut glass, grind, foil and solder a project. This course is open to beginners and advanced artists. The instructor must approve all projects. Closed-toe shoes are required. No sandals or flip-flops should be worn. Please note additional fee: $25 lab fee to cover the cost of materials. Sign up for either the Tuesday or Thursday section, both meeting in Lewes.
Taught by: Paul Puch, Rodney Lau
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): April 2, 2026 to April 30, 2026
Thursday at 12:30 PM
Students learn the ‘Tiffany’ method of stained glass creations. They design a pattern, cut glass, grind, foil and solder a project. This course is open to beginners and advanced artists. The instructor must approve all projects. Closed-toe shoes are required. No sandals or flip-flops should be worn. Please note additional fee: $25 lab fee to cover the cost of materials. Sign up for either the Tuesday or Thursday section, both meeting in Lewes.
Taught by: Paul Puch, Rodney Lau
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 1:00 PM
If you have ever wanted to try watercolor, this is your class! You will learn the basics in a fun and relaxed environment. We’ll cover materials and methods and have you painting right away. A materials list will be sent before the first class.
Taught by: Linda Towers
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 2, 2026 to April 20, 2026
Monday at 12:30 PM
Collage is an art form using paper, glue, paint and found objects in new ways. This course is exploratory and includes printmaking and painting techniques. The curriculum varies each semester due to the multitude of ways to create collages. All levels of experience welcome!
Taught by: Mary Kate McKinley, April Wiaczek
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026
Wednesday at 1:00 PM
Additional fee: Materials. Always wanted to weave a basket but didn’t know how? Now’s your chance. This class is designed for people new to basket weaving. Whether you have never woven a basket or have made just a few, come join us. We help you learn basic weaving techniques as you weave one or two baskets during the five-week period. Basket kits and supplies are prepared for each member at cost. There is an additional fee to cover materials.
Taught by: Harriett Smith, Maurice McGrath, Susan Whitton
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
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to April 22, 2026
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
Painting styles and techniques of a famous artist will be presented in lecture format followed by class participants creating an acrylic painting in the style of the featured artist. Every two weeks a new artist will be discussed. Materials and supplies must be brought to class by the student.
Taught by: Nancy Horan
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): April 2, 2026 to April 30, 2026
Thursday at 1:00 PM
Prerequisite: Beginner’s Acrylic, part one. A comprehensive beginner’s landscape acrylic painting class designed for students to build on the fundamental skills learned in the Beginner’s Acrylic painting class (part one), covering the techniques necessary for creating expressive landscape artwork. The class provides a supportive and inspiring environment for students to explore their creativity and continue to develop their painting skills.
Taught by: Joseph Vescio, Barry Moshinski
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 12:45 PM
This class offers students the option of knitting one of three small patterns: a classic infant cardigan, a chevron scarf, or a shawlette with beginning lace techniques. Knitters should be comfortable with basic knit and purl stitches and pattern reading. Help with picking which pattern to choose will include discussion of yarn considerations and needle requirements. Patterns will be provided; students must provide their own yarn and needles.
Taught by: Helen Hines
Lewes (off site, Cinema Art Theater): February 2, 2026 to April 13, 2026
Monday at 2:00 PM
In this weekly Monday series, guest hosts will introduce a movie of their choosing, show the movie on the big screen at the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes, and lead a post-movie discussion. Movie themes: to be determined.
Taught by: Martin Rosensweig
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to April 22, 2026
Wednesday at 12:45 PM
This class will look back at the life and works of the man who is arguably our greatest–and most beloved–composer, conquering Broadway and Hollywood with his unforgettable songs, but also writing pathbreaking “jazzical” music, as well as our most enduring opera, Porgy and Bess, which is marking its 90th anniversary with a new production in New York City. This class will also reveal the instructor’s choice for the three greatest songs ever written in the United States.
Taught by: Daniel Pritchett
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
Learn about the great American Folk Music movement and its revival. In Part 1 we covered folk music’s origins and performers of “folk music” through the mid-1950s. Lots of Carter Family, Guthrie, Seeger, Almanac Singers, and The Weavers. Part 2 covers The Kingston Trio, Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Peter Paul & Mary, the Smothers Brothers and many more. Part 2 will cover after the mid-1950s.
Taught by: Glenn Rill
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
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 5, 2026 to April 23, 2026
Thursday at 2:30 PM
Join the Elder Moments in song. Sight-reading is preferred, but a good ear and a smile are a must! We sing four-to-six-part harmony, and our music ranges from folk tunes to Gershwin. All voice parts are welcome.
Taught by: Roo Brown
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 2, 2026 to April 20, 2026
Monday at 2:30 PM
Enjoy playing traditional Celtic and old-time tunes in a relaxed environment. All skill levels and acoustic string instruments welcome. Other instruments such as flute, penny whistle, recorder, etc. are also welcome. Stringed instrument players should know basic chords in keys of G, D and A. Ability to sight read music is not a requirement but is a very helpful skill.
Taught by: Oliver Hansen, Nikki Roberson
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): April 1, 2026 to April 29, 2026
Wednesday at 12:45 PM
This course covers the history of activism in America and what it has achieved, from the abolitionist movement to Moms Demand Action.
Taught by: Bonnie Tamres-Moore
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): April 2, 2026 to April 30, 2026
Thursday at 12:45 PM
This presentation provides interesting details related to the challenges of meeting President Kennedy’s goal of getting to the moon by the end of the decade in the 1960s. It focuses on ILC Industries, a Dover, Delaware, company that was a true underdog in the competition to develop the ideal space suit to provide our astronauts the safety and freedom needed to move about on the lunar surface. It all came down to great engineering and the skills of the seamstresses that stitched the materials together.
Taught by: William Ayrey
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
Two minutes was the time allowed for a pony express rider to switch mounts at a relay station. The iconic Pony Express would be the first “fast” mail between the settled East and the developing West of America. This step forward, in speeding up communications, would be a factor in holding California in the Union. This course covers the Pony Express from the beginning to its end, 19 months later, with its amazing history and impact upon America.
Taught by: Ray Glick
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
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to March 11, 2026
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
This course studies the influence and accomplishments of four women who served in the highest level positions in the Roosevelt Administration. We also learn about the influences and accomplishments of the thousands of unsung World War II heroines who held positions in all military branches and the cryptanalysts and spies of the Office of Strategic Services. Additionally, we examine the contributions of the civilian women on the home front who worked in crucial industries and businesses.
Taught by: Susan McFarlane
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 2, 2026 to March 2, 2026
Monday at 10:45 AM
Universities developed slowly from the Middle Ages, changing through crises, ideas, charismatic teachers, scientific developments and educational methods. Some developed out of disciplines of study, while others came from disputes and schisms. Class discussion topics include qualifications of teachers; the rights of the students; the impact of the university on its location; humanism’s impact; and current discussions of academic freedom; and the status, role and purpose of today’s university.
Taught by: Katherine Henn
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): March 30, 2026 to April 27, 2026
Monday at 9:15 AM
Since ancient times, humans have chronicled the world: from inscribed bones of our earliest ancestors to today’s Google Maps. See how geography shapes our view of the planet and how maps have fashioned the world we know today. Visit some of Earth’s most isolated locales and places where conflicts still arise due to disputed borders and contested national boundary claims. Finally, explore our maps of other worlds and even the entire cosmos.
Taught by: Jim O’Leary
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 5, 2026 to April 23, 2026
Thursday at 9:00 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: 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
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 5, 2026 to April 23, 2026
Thursday at 10:45 AM
This class concludes Twentieth Century Europe Part I, exploring the aftermath of World War II when the continent split into two ideologically hostile armed camps, and the presence of nuclear weapons made the 40-year Cold War a time of constant tension. The fall of the Berlin Wall and end of Communism seemed to finally guarantee peace in Europe for the first time ever. However, the closing decade proved otherwise as events again put the name Sarajevo in the news and gave us the term “ethnic cleansing.”
Taught by: James Patterson
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): March 30, 2026 to April 27, 2026
Monday at 10:45 AM
After his Waterloo defeat, Napoleon knew he was in danger. He quickly abdicated and appealed to Great Britain for protection. Britain accommodated Napoleon’s request although not at the “hearth of the British people” in England as he had envisioned, but on the remote British-owned South Atlantic Ocean island of St. Helena, a natural fortress. From his arrival in 1815 to his death in 1821 Napoleon impacted the British citizens, while life on the island became Napoleon’s “last battle.”
Taught by: Katherine Henn
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 31, 2026
Tuesday at 10:45 AM
Join me to discover or revisit the late writer and cultural icon Joan Didion’s background and memoirs — The Year of Magical Thinking and Blue Nights — for an informative program on memoir, memory, loss, aging, and healing through writing. Didion brought decades of critical reportage, a keen eye for the telling detail, surgical precision with language, and a reputation for being a “cool character” in her journey to endure the hardest of all human endeavors: saying goodbye to those we love.
Taught by: Jo-Ann Vega
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 5, 2026 to April 23, 2026
Thursday at 12:45 PM
Required text: Mrs. Dalloway, by Virginia Woolf, Norton Critical Edition (ISBN 10-0393655997), and The Hours, by Michael Cunningham (ISBN 10 -9780312243029). Virginia Woolf’s novel, Mrs. Dalloway, is a seminal work, and Michael Cunningham’s novel, The Hours, is a “theme and variations” on Mrs. Dalloway. (“The Hours” was Woolf’s working title for her novel. Cunningham’s novel received the Pulitzer and the PEN/Faulkner prizes in 1999 and was the basis for the 2002 film starring Nicole Kidman, Meryl Streep and Julianne Moore.) We’ll read and discuss both novels and some essays by and about Woolf, and conclude by watching and discussing the film. (Note: participants are requested to obtain the Norton Critical Edition of Mrs. Dalloway, as the class will be using secondary materials included in that edition.)
Taught by: Paul Huey-Burns
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to April 1, 2026
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
This class features seminar discussion of the issues included in the Great Decisions textbook published by the Foreign Policy Association (FPA). Topics are U.S. Foreign Policy at a Crossroads; U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy; U.S.-China Relations; International Cooperation on Climate Change; Future of NATO and European Security; AI and U.S. National Security; India: Between China, the West, and the Global South; After Gaza: U.S. Policy in the Middle East; two additional topics will be announced at a later date. Participants are encouraged to lead discussion on topics of special interest. Purchase of text book required from FPA or Amazon.
Taught by: Sergei Boboshko
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026
Wednesday at 10:45 AM
This 5-week course examines the origins of a number of aspects of the current Middle East crisis from a reverse chronological perspective, looking at the current situation in Syria, the Gaza War, Iran and the Salafi-jihadist movement (ISIS, al-Qaeda) and, from there, trace back in time to understand how things have arrived where they are. The final week of the course turns the focus to the United States, assessing our current policy in the Middle East in the same manner.
Taught by: F. Gregory Gause III
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 10:45 AM
What might happen if other nations no longer look to America as a contributor to global peace and prosperity? This course explores the changing geopolitical landscape as the liberal rules-based international order of the past eighty years is disintegrating at an accelerating pace; it updates and extends the course on this topic given in fall 2025. Students complete the course equipped to assess developments in Great Power Competition that are shaping the evolution of a new global order.
Taught by: Christopher Mark
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
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 12:45 PM
Led by a language enthusiast who has studied English, German, French, Korean, Spanish and Russian, this course introduces the history of language study, various branches of linguistics, the origin of human language and what makes it unique, human language acquisition, the origin of writing, and a bit about the history of the English language.
Taught by: Trudie Thompson
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to April 21, 2026
Tuesday at 12:45 PM
Learn how to read and pronounce the Cyrillic alphabet using the Russian language. This course uses Google Translate to help students read and speak Russian to help build vocabulary. Students learn the phonetics of the alphabet and are given tools that can help them learn in class and independently. This is not a regimented foreign language class. The measure of success is conversational comfort, not tests!
Taught by: Harry Banks
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to April 22, 2026
Wednesday at 12:45 PM
This course is for students who want to learn the basics of Spanish, especially those who might be planning a trip to a Spanish speaking country. Information about Spanish culture is also provided.
Taught by: Victor Sanchez
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): March 10, 2026 to April 14, 2026
Tuesday at 12:45 PM
Led by a language enthusiast who has studied English, German, French, Korean, Spanish and Russian. Come learn American Sign Language as together we take on a new challenge!
Taught by: Trudie Thompson
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to April 21, 2026
Tuesday at 2:30 PM
This course leverages Google Translate to enhance your vocabulary and speaking skills. Starting with a quick overview of Cyrillic phonetics, it then moves to using translation apps for independent practice. This practical course focuses on tools and skills, not drills. Please bring a smartphone with a translation app like Google Translate. Headphones optional.
Taught by: Harry Banks
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 2, 2026 to March 2, 2026
Monday at 12:45 PM
The course explores scientific principles and presents the basic biology and scientific methods for the discovery of new drugs for treatment of diseases and conditions. Students are not required to have a scientific background, as the course reveals the basic principles of and technologies used in current research and development. Topics include: how drug targets are identified, the nature of biotechnology medicine, the stages of clinical research drug regulations and more.
Taught by: John Gilly
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
There’s so much more to sea glass than a beach memory. In this 5-talk series, you’ll discover the glorious range of sea glass colors and how common or rare they are; the many kinds from bonfire glass and uranium glass to sea marbles, slag and pirate glass; why you should probably comb the beach without your family; and how not to wind up in your orthopedist’s office with an aching back. We’ll make time each session for show and tell, so you can share your favorite sea glass finds and stories. Happy hunting!
Taught by: David Liemer
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to April 22, 2026
Wednesday at 9:00 AM
Prerequisite: (Re)Learn Intro or other Feldenkrais class. This is a continuation of the introductory Feldenkrais class, designed for those who would like to learn more about themselves and to continue enhancing movement. Students should have completed any introductory Feldenkrais class, physical therapy training or yoga instructor training to participate in this class.
Taught by: Claire Brown
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 2, 2026 to April 20, 2026
Monday at 9:00 AM
Feldenkrais lessons reactivate our infant learning skills to increase our ease in moving. Bending, reaching, turning, getting up from a low seat or the floor: all become simpler, easier. Our feelings and sensations become clearer. This is relearning with our bodies, not our heads. Lessons are done lying on the floor, making unfamiliar moves while paying attention to ourselves. Gradual incremental changes bring big improvements in our movements and in our self-awareness. Bring a blanket or quilt.
Taught by: Claire Brown
Lewes (Moorings at Lewes): February 5, 2026 to April 23, 2026
Thursday at 2:30 PM
Come enjoy the dance form America grew up with. It’s been fun for more than three centuries, and it’s easy to learn! If you can walk and smile, you can do this kind of dance. The caller explains all the moves and walks you through the dance before it starts, then continues to prompt you as the dance goes on. Dances focus on the group, not the individual. We customarily change partners after each dance, so we get to dance with lots of different people. We’re a friendly group! It’s easy, and there’s music!
Taught by: Carol West, Dan Bilharz
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): April 2, 2026 to April 30, 2026
Thursday at 10:45 AM
This course examines the history, current status and potential future of five diseases representative of major categories of illness (e.g., cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, infectious disease, and neurologic disease). This is intended to be an engaging and interactive discussion.
Taught by: Sheldon Scheinert
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
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026
Wednesday at 10:30 AM
Easy Flow with gentle stretching and meditation. Must be able to get up and down from the floor. This course will introduce beginner poses and breath work. Please bring your own yoga mat, small towel and blanket.
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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
Lewes (Moorings at Lewes): February 5, 2026 to April 23, 2026
Thursday at 10:30 AM
Prerequisite: Tai Chi Basics. This class focuses on the basics of the tai chi 24-form, yang style, for beginning students and students who are familiar with the form and includes learning the form step-by-step through demonstrations and practice.
Taught by: Bette Kaupa, Marlene Marie Evans
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 5, 2026 to March 5, 2026
Thursday at 10:45 AM
This course looks at the evolution of ancient to modern medicine by examining the fascinating lives and times of key medical thinkers, philosophers and scientists. We review how they arrived at their insights and how those revelations and discoveries changed the world. This is intended to be a fun, engaging and interactive course.
Taught by: Sheldon Scheinert
Sussex County off site locations: February 4, 2026 to February 25, 2026
Wednesday at 2:30 PM
This walking group consists of scenic walks in the Ocean View and surrounding areas (possibly Dagsboro up to Rehoboth Beach) led by an experienced hiker. Locations may include Assawoman Canal, James Farm, Holts Landing, Bethany/Dewey beach and Delaware Seashore State Park, with routes up to 4 miles, with options to walk 2 miles and/or leave earlier if needed. Participants should expect to walk at a pace of approximately 2 miles/hour (minimum). Route location is sent by email before each walk.
Taught by: Cezarina Cornejo Alzona
Sussex County off site locations: February 6, 2026 to March 6, 2026
Friday at 10:45 AM
One of the greatest forms of exercise is the simple act of walking. It’s too cold you say? I say (usually) not! Beat the temptation to lounge indoors during the cold winter months. Fresh air and exercise are essential to health and mood. Make the most of the season with these easy weekly walks, which will be less than 2 miles long. This course features scenic walks on pavement, forest trails, packed sand, or boardwalks within 45 minutes of Bethany Beach (so plan your adjacent courses accordingly, allowing for travel time). Each week we choose the walk location for the following week based on our group interest and weather prediction. The instructor emails the locations/directions of each meeting prior to class start.
Taught by: Scott Widlake
Sussex County off site locations: February 3, 2026 to April 21, 2026
Tuesday at 12:45 PM
One of the greatest forms of exercise is the simple act of walking. Exercise boosts endorphins, commonly referred to as your feel-good neurotransmitters. Beat the winter doldrums by getting out for these moderate weekly walks between 2 and 4 miles long. This course features scenic walks on pavement, forest trails, packed sand or boardwalks within 45 minutes of Rehoboth Beach (so plan your adjacent courses accordingly, allowing for travel time). The instructor emails the locations/directions of each meeting prior to class start.
Taught by: Scott Widlake
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026
Wednesday at 10:00 AM
This yoga class introduces beginner poses and breath work, with gentle stretching and meditation. Participants must be able to get up and down from the floor. Please bring your own yoga mat, small towel and blanket.
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Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): March 31, 2026 to April 28, 2026
Tuesday at 10:00 AM
All levels are welcome to this gentle introduction to the fundamentals of qigong and tai chi. These ancient Chinese practices combine slow, mindful movements with coordinated breathing, energy flow and meditation to promote balance, flexibility, relaxation and enhanced focus and coordination. Students are introduced to popular qigong forms such as Eight Pieces of Brocade (Ba Duan Jin), Shibashi Set 1 and animal forms. The course may also include basic movements from the widely practiced tai chi 24-form, yang style. Join us for this gentle practice designed to improve overall health and wellbeing. No prior experience is necessary!
Taught by: Bette Kaupa
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 2:15 PM
Jewelry has been cherished and gifted for thousands of years. While there is a vast array of jewelry created, one of the most treasured is diamond jewelry. We’ll explore the development of diamonds and diamond jewelry, how diamond jewelry is set and designed, the metals used for diamond jewelry (both traditional as well as surprising new methods). We’ll cover the new world of Lab-Grown Diamonds, taking the jewelry world by storm, what they are, how they’re grown and differences and similarities.
We’ll also explore estate jewelry, either as a purchase or a method to sell your jewelry if you’ve been thinking of doing so.
We’ll explore diamond pricing and how to make your next diamond or diamond jewelry purchase.
Taught by: Lee Kuperstein
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 9:00 AM
How do you picture your retirement? We discuss strategies designed to help you work toward fulfilling your retirement expectations. We also explore how to address concerns such as inflation, health care expenses and market volatility as well as ways to prepare in advance for things that may not go as expected.
Taught by: Travis Olszewski
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 2:30 PM
Designed for those approaching Medicare eligibility or those currently enrolled in Medicare, this course outlines all parts of Medicare (A-D), Medicare Supplement or Medigap Plans (A-N), Prescription Drug Plans, Medicare Advantage Plans, and other ancillary products to help you save money and protect your assets. Residents from any state are welcome.
Taught by: John Lopez
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 2, 2026 to March 2, 2026
Monday at 10:45 AM
In a rapidly evolving world, your financial plan and investments must keep pace. With markets offering more choices than ever, traditional strategies like the 60/40 portfolio and buy-and-hold may fall short. Are AI-driven investments or Bitcoin suitable for retirees? Join us to explore process-driven research, tax and financial planning, and other critical topics. This class is designed for everyone interested in markets and planning, with insights into advanced concepts for all levels.
Taught by: Michael Loftus
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
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to April 22, 2026
Wednesday at 10:30 AM
This course is open to OLLI students who enjoy each other’s company as they work on their handicraft. This is not an instructional course, but a venue for creative handiworkers to share what they do best while sitting with genial folks. If you knit or crochet and are looking for a project, we can find you one that helps a good cause! Join the group as your schedule allows.
Taught by: Karen McKinnon, Helen Hines
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 2, 2026 to April 20, 2026
Monday at 12:30 PM
Mah Jongg Club is for those who already know how to play and are looking to improve their skills. Participants should be experienced players using the National Mah Jongg League card, rules and etiquette. Pie will be set at 400 points. No instruction will be provided. Participants should bring their own 2025 card.
Taught by: Katherine Henn
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 9:30 AM
Each student deals cards and learns to play and bid with a partner, with partners rotated around the table so players can experience different playing styles. We cover only basic bridge, so students can leave class and play at home. It is recommended that students have prior experience playing card games that involve “trick” taking, and understand the hierarchy of a deck of cards, i.e., aces higher than kings, kings higher than queens, etc.
Taught by: Catherine Kennedy
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): March 31, 2026 to April 28, 2026
Tuesday at 9:30 AM
Prerequisite: Beginner bridge class or basic bridge knowledge. The intermediate class builds off the skills learned in the beginner bridge class. Students learn three conventions: Jacoby transfer and Stayman for no-trump bids along with “weak twos.” We also cover scorekeeping for party bridge (contract bridge) to include under tricks, over tricks and vulnerable. If time allows, we cover “double” as a bid strategy.
Taught by: Catherine Kennedy
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.
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Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026
Tuesday at 12:45 PM
This class explores one of the United States’ (and world’s) most-loved word games, specifically crossword puzzles! We can discuss the history of crosswords (the first crossword was in 1913!), evolution of the hobby, “rules” of creating crosswords (which helps when solving the1m), worldwide variations (like cryptic crosswords in the UK and other English-speaking countries), the most popular creators in the U.S., and links to download crosswords or do them online.
Taught by: Lee Kuperstein
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 4, 2026 to March 4, 2026
Wednesday at 2:30 PM
The Queen’s Gambit TV miniseries re-energized a widespread interest in this game that originated in sixth century India and has made household names of Bobby Fischer, Boris Spassky and Deep Blue. Come join us to learn (or relearn) chess basics and experience gameplay with fellow classmates. The class is targeted to those who have either no experience with chess, have a rudimentary understanding of the game, or for those who have played before and want to get back into the game. Each session starts with some short lessons and discussion to be followed by actual gameplay.
Taught by: Ken Milutin, Len Caro
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): March 11, 2026 to April 15, 2026
Wednesday at 2:30 PM
We review and explain various standard chess openings. King pawn openings will include the Ruy Lopez, Sicilian defense, French defense, and Caro-Kann defense. Queen pawn openings will include the Queen’s Gambit Declined, Queen’s Gambit Accepted, Nimzo-Indian defense, and King’s Indian defense. Emphasis will be on understanding the reasoning behind standard chess opening moves.
Taught by: Jim Rizzitano
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 3, 2026 to April 21, 2026
Tuesday at 12:30 PM
Beginners or those who seek a refresher learn this widely used and respected Mah Jongg version based on the popular National Mah Jongg League’s rules and etiquette. Players learn tile identification, hands, play and strategies, using a 300 point pie. Support and solutions are available during play, as well as league news updates. Instructor has more than 25 years of experience with the National Mah Jongg League game.
Taught by: Katherine Henn
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building): February 5, 2026 to March 5, 2026
Thursday at 12:45 PM
Cribbage is a card game played with two players using a cribbage board and a standard 52-card deck. Players take turns playing cards from their hand and adding the card values for the round. Players score points by having cards that total 15, making pairs or flushes, and creating runs of sequential cards.
Taught by: Lynn Kroesen
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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