Noncredit Continuing Education Courses
Fall 2008

Myths, Mystery and Meaning in Today's World *NEW!*
Reflect on the major mythologies in today’s spiritual marketplace as you examine and compare contemporary world religions. This course is conducted in a non-sectarian manner discussing religions comparatively in an equal and tolerant fashion. Mysticism is discussed as a blessing and a danger, and new religious movements (NRM) are examined. The instructor, Rev. Dr. Tim Dissmeyer, is a retired clergy and hospice chaplain who brings years of experimental religious discipline and parish ministry to postmodern interfaith dialogues. $99

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Developing a Sense of Place *NEW!*
Take this opportunity to exercise your mind, body, and spirit and to learn about the local wildlife and history of Howard County. This four-week program will take you around the Centennial, Wilde, Kittamaqundi, and Elkhorn lakes while we explore the natural wonders right here in our own backyards. Bring a friend or make a friend while enjoying the beauty of an early Fall evening. Native Marylander and naturalist Ned Tillman will be your guide. First night, meet at the entrance to the Owen Brown InterFaith Center. Call 443-472-3681 for questions. First night meet at the lower entrance to the Owen Brown InterFaith Center. Call 443-472-3681 for questions. $69**

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Genealogy: Discovering Your Roots
Let the past guide you to discover your ancestry as you learn how to access information through texts and web sites. As a Maryland resident, you also have easy access to the world's greatest genealogical collections. A trip to a research facility will be scheduled. (Students provide own transportation and entrance fee is required). A $5 materials fee* is due to the instructor at the first class. $99**

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Genealogy: The African American Family
Discovering the African American family experience is inspiring and quite rewarding, but can sometimes be a challenge. This exciting new course for beginners provides strategies for finding information about African American ancestors not only in federal, state, and local records but also in other unusual places. Alice Harris, who has traced her maternal lineage back to the 17th century, will help you explore methods for learning some of the amazing aspects of the African American experience, for free Negroes and slaves, through research on your own ancestors. Learn practical techniques to trace your heritage and overcome some of the obstacles including finding records of pre-1870 value to genealogists. $79**

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Introduction to Archaeology: Howard County Style
Discover the techniques and principles of archaeology and how archaeologists have reconstructed Howard County's 12,000+ year history. This hands-on class will introduce you to the five steps of archaeology as well as the thousands of artifacts excavated at over 250 sites in the county. Learn the similarities and differences between prehistoric and historic material culture by handling artifacts made of stone, bone, ceramic, shell, wood, metal and more. The course has a Saturday dig on 11/1 (students provide own transportation). Instructor: Lee Preston. $89

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Intermediate Genealogy: Climbing Your Family Tree *NEW!*
This class focuses on more specific avenues of genealogical research including probate, female ancestors, church records, and organization. Emphasis will be on addressing and working through your genealogical brick wall problems. The beginning genealogy class is not a required prerequisite, but is suggested. An optional field trip will be scheduled; you must provide your own transportation and entry fees. (T) $99**

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Introduction to Archaeology: Howard County Style
Discover the techniques and principles of archaeology and how archaeologists have reconstructed Howard County's 12,000+ year history. This hands-on class will introduce you to the five steps of archaeology as well as the thousands of artifacts excavated at over 250 sites in the county. Learn the similarities and differences between prehistoric and historic material culture by handling artifacts made of stone, bone, ceramic, shell, wood, metal and more. The course ends with a seven-hour dig (students provide own transportation). Instructor: Lee Preston. $89**

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English Afternoon Tea
Relax in the beautiful surroundings of Belmont and learn about the customs, food, and etiquette including dress codes and table linens associated with an English afternoon tea. Discover how afternoon tea began, prepare English foods appropriate for an afternoon tea, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. You'll take home literature from class and a small recipe book of foods and tea after you enjoy your own tea party. Students volunteer to bring food for the tea party (second class). Tea party attire is optional. $69**

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*Fees not eligible for waiver.
**Neither XE courses nor their fees are eligible for waiver.
(T) Textbook recommended or required. Purchase at HCC Bookstore before first class.
(S) Supplied needed. Instructor will provide list at first class.